The Open Word (Audio)

We believe, Jesus will come back to rapture His church in the blink of an eye. It could be any day, at any hour. In today’s message, Pastor David implores us to be ready. Even though we don’t know exactly what it will look like, we need to be ready on that day. We need to live a life pleasing to the Lord and grow deeper in our walk with Him. We need to repent of all sin and be bold for the gospel. Do not leave any cards on the table. Are you ready and confident for the Lord’s return?

Today, Pastor David discusses the coming of the Antichrist. Currently, the antichrist is being restrained by the Holy Spirit; the Holy Spirit himself as well as the Holy Spirit inside all believers. When the second coming occurs, and Jesus raptures his followers, the Antichrist will be freed. The world will fall into complete chaos and destruction. It is not always a pleasant thing to pause and think about, but do you have a heart for nonbelievers? Be bold for the gospel lest no one be left behind?

In today’s message, Pastor David teaches about the word “apostacy,” meaning rebellion. He warns us that even small steps of disobedience or unbelief, can lead to a life of apostacy. We need to stay engaged with the teachings of God and faithful in our walk with Him. We should be growing and deepening in our spiritual knowledge and yearn to be closer to Him. Are you in danger of apostacy? Do you stray and let Satan get a foothold? Turn back to the Lord and be devoutly in His Word.

We can often take other people’s negative actions toward us very personally. We wish condemnation and God’s judgment on them right there and then. However, in today’s message, Pastor David reminds us that God is more patient than we are. He sees our struggles but wants for all people to come to a saving knowledge of Christ. He tarries now, but eternal judgment is coming for all. Do you love others with a heart like Christ’s? Are you patient and wish even your enemies well?

Believers in Christ should constantly be growing in their faith. If we are not growing, we are stagnant or sliding backward and the Enemy will get a foothold. He wants nothing more than for us to stray from Christ and doubt our beliefs. In today’s message, Pastor David reminds us that we have no excuse in today’s world. We have Bible teaching resources at our fingertips through the internet, the Library, and our churches. Is your faith growing and deepening? If not, ask yourself why not?

When we receive Jesus Christ as our Lord and savior, we are victorious over sin and death. In today’s message, Pastor David implores us to take hold of this victory! Some Christians still walk around in chains. However, these chains have no locks on them. Christians can stand victorious because of their risen savior. Have you taken hold of your victory in Christ? He died on the cross to give you life and freedom; not so that you would continue to walk in slavery to the enemy!

As Christians, we are all called by God to different jobs and roles. One of these roles is pastor and church leadership. Today, Pastor David reminds us that the Bible encourages us to esteem and respect pastors for their work’s sake. These people are under God’s authority to lead local believers. Their jobs are difficult and under constant attack from the enemy. Do you esteem your church authority in love? Do you value their God given calling and desire to help them in their efforts?

Many times we can become uncomfortable with the topic of the end times. It's an area that many have strong opinions on, and we find ourselves overwhelmed by the hopelessness that seems to be just around the corner. Today Pastor David reminds us that we shouldn't avoid this topic, and as believers of Jesus, we don't have to be afraid of it! We can take comfort in the knowledge that our Savior is coming back for us! He's going to rid the world of the evil currently in power and take us home to be with Him forever!

Today's message will take us into what the Bible says about the coming of the Lord, a day we all anticipate with joy and longing! Pastor David will share some prophecies in the Old Testament that had more than one application – they likely referred to both a current event, and an even greater event still to come! As we study these end times prophecies, we need to keep in mind that we won't know the exact interpretations each time, but that our Creator has it all in hand, and will return at the perfect moment!

In today’s message, Pastor David shares the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ. Do you have the assurance that if you died today, you would be in the presence of your savior? Or if Jesus came back today, do you have the assurance that you would not be left behind? Jesus died on the cross for you. He saved you while you were still a sinner. Choose to believe in Him and that you are forgiven, and you will be sealed with the Holy Spirit and destined for heaven. What a gift!