In this enlightening message, Pastor Randall Crawford Senior explores the concept of vengeance from a biblical standpoint, specifically focusing on its true meaning in Hebrew as 'to restore'. He emphasizes the importance of having a grudge against evil and Satan, aligning with God's ultimate plan for restoration. Drawing from various passages including Luke 21, Isaiah 61, and Daniel, Pastor Crawford elucidates the timeline of God's vengeance and the eventual triumph over Satan. He encourages believers to remain vigilant, faithful, and spiritually prepared for the coming days of vengeance and the second return of Jesus Christ, highlighting the joy and restoration that awaits God's elect. This sermon is a call to understand the significance of spiritual vigilance and the role of believers in God's divine plan.
00:00 Introduction and Announcements
00:37 Welcoming the Congregation
00:46 Understanding Vengeance
01:35 The True Meaning of Vengeance
02:49 God's Elect and Restoration
04:04 New Information and Luke 21
04:38 The Day of Vengeance
06:03 Spiritual Armies and Desolation
09:33 The Parable of the Fig Tree
17:28 Jesus' Mission and Isaiah 61
32:26 Everlasting Joy and God's Judgment
36:29 The Desire for Material Wealth
37:15 Rejoicing in the Lord's Salvation
37:45 Preparation for the Savior's Return
38:59 The Day of Vengeance
40:15 God's Judgment on Nations
41:52 The Prophecy of Edom and Russia
49:41 The Rejuvenation of the Earth
58:40 The Final Generation and Antichrist
59:10 The Covenant of Antichrist
01:05:22 The Timeline of the End Times
01:09:03 The Coming of Antichrist
01:13:39 Conclusion and Call to Action