The Truth Church

Reverend Wodoslawsky takes his text from Matthew 16:13-20, where Jesus asks His disciples, 'Whom do men say that I am?' and Peter declares, 'Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.' The sermon emphasizes that this is not merely an intellectual assent but a divine revelation, as Jesus said flesh and blood did not reveal it to Peter but the Father in heaven. The preacher argues that the central issue throughout history is the identity of Jesus, which is tied to His name. He explains that the name 'Jesus' means 'Jehovah salvation,' and that believing in His name means believing He is exactly who He claimed to be—Jehovah Savior. The preacher contrasts those who refuse to use Jesus' name, like the Pharisees who addressed Him only as 'Rabbi' or 'Teacher,' with those who called on His name for mercy and healing. He stresses that John 3:18 says condemnation comes from not believing in the name of the only begotten Son of God. This belief demands action: repentance and baptism in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, as Peter commanded on the Day of Pentecost. The preacher illustrates that faith in the name, not human holiness or power, brings healing and deliverance, as seen in Acts. The sermon's spiritual purpose is to call listeners to a personal revelation of the name above every name, leading them to full obedience in baptism and a life of calling on that powerful name.

Reverend Wodoslawsky opens Revelation 13, arguing that the chapter is not primarily about the mark of the beast but about worship. He notes that the text repeatedly discusses worshiping the dragon, the beast, and its image, suggesting that worship precedes and leads to taking the mark—not the reverse. True worshipers, those whose names are in the Lamb's book of life, will resist the beast's system. The preacher draws a parallel to Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3, who, despite having their names, clothing, and bodies changed in Babylonian captivity, refused to worship the golden image. Their core identity as worshipers of Jehovah remained intact. Reverend Wodoslawsky warns that those who are not genuine worshipers now already possess the spirit of the mark and will likely succumb when pressure comes. He emphasizes Jesus' words in John 4:23-24 that the Father seeks true worshipers who worship in spirit and truth, explaining that the Greek word for 'true' implies a real, inward nature—not just outward forms. He cautions against mere religious routine, even among Pentecostals, and urges self-examination to ensure one's heart genuinely adores God, not just goes through motions. The message concludes by connecting true worship to Revelation 14's call to fear God and worship Him as Creator, urging listeners to become authentic worshipers today, regardless of circumstances or persecution.

Reverend Wodoslawsky opens with Hebrews 11:6, emphasizing that without faith it is impossible to please God, and that God is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. He distinguishes between casual prayer and wholehearted seeking, drawing from 2 Chronicles 7:14 and Psalm 119:10. Seeking, he explains, means making everything else secondary—eliminating distractions, false teachings, unhelpful entertainment, and even good activities that consume time needed for pursuing God. He illustrates this with his own journey: throwing away Eastern religion books, discarding music, and stopping TV and gym routines to focus entirely on reading the New Testament and interrogating Christians about what they truly believed. The preacher insists that God’s promises are absolute—'seek and you shall find' is not a suggestion but a guarantee. He points to Acts 5:32, noting that God gives the Holy Ghost to those who obey Him, and to John 3:8, where being born of the Spirit produces a tangible, audible evidence. The message culminates in a call to move beyond passive prayer into aggressive, wholehearted seeking—attending every altar call, never missing church, and persisting until breakthrough comes. He recounts how, after months of diligent seeking, he received the Holy Ghost with power, speaking in tongues and leaping in the church. The sermon’s spiritual purpose is to inspire hearers to make seeking God their highest priority, trusting that when they search for Him with all their heart, they will surely find Him.

Bishop Riggen opens with Romans 13:11-14, emphasizing that believers know the times but must recognize it is 'high time' to awake from spiritual sleep. He stresses that the Greek term for 'high time' points to a specific, urgent moment requiring immediate action. The sermon argues that many Christians are spiritually dozing, lulled by spirits of comfort and entertainment, while a battle rages. He warns that the church has been damaged by overemphasizing a pre-tribulation rapture, leading believers to expect no suffering, while Christians elsewhere face persecution. Using Matthew 6:33, he calls for seeking God's kingdom first, above career, family, and pleasure. He critiques casual church attendance and half-hearted commitment, citing Hebrews 10:25 to urge faithfulness in assembly. The message then examines the disciples in Gethsemane (Matthew 26), who fell asleep because they did not truly believe their lives were in jeopardy. Bishop Riggen contends that when believers grasp the seriousness of the hour, they will shake off lethargy and pray. He draws from Esther 4:13-14, where Mordecai tells Esther she may have come to the kingdom for just such a time as this, challenging the church that God saved them for this moment, not for comfort. The sermon closes with Mark 4:37-39, describing a brewing storm that requires believers to wake Jesus and cry out for deliverance. The spiritual purpose is to awaken the congregation to urgent prayer, holiness, and faithful service before impending crisis.

Reverend Hardman preaches from Luke 12:16-20, the parable of the rich fool, to urge listeners to consider the state of their souls above worldly distractions. He interprets the rich man's selfish pronouns—'I,' 'my,' 'mine'—as signs of a life consumed by material gain, neglecting eternal priorities. The preacher warns that busyness, whether from jobs, hobbies, or family, often leads to neglecting personal devotion, prayer, and church attendance, which starves the soul. He stresses that the soul is eternal and will either experience heaven or hell. Drawing from Mark 8:36, he asks what profit it is to gain the whole world and lose one's soul. He illustrates the reality of a sentient afterlife by referencing the rich man and Lazarus, who retained memory, sight, and feeling in torment. Reverend Hardman challenges listeners to repent of sin, be baptized in Jesus' name, and receive the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues as the biblical plan of salvation from Acts 2:38. He addresses common excuses, such as waiting for God to change them without action or thinking they have a private arrangement with God apart from His word. He urges immediate decision, noting that tomorrow is not promised and that divine calling is present right now. The sermon aims to shake complacency and lead souls to a transformative encounter with God.