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This sermon explores the opening vision of Jesus Christ in Revelation chapter one, emphasizing the believer's partnership with Him through tribulation, kingdom life, and patient endurance. The preacher connects John's exile on Patmos to the Christian experience on the Lord's Day, highlighting the importance of corporate worship and gathering together. By tracing Old Testament imagery from Exodus, Daniel, and Ezekiel, the text reveals Jesus as the fulfillment of temple symbolism, appearing among golden lampstands with divine authority. The exposition underscores that Christ holds the churches in His hand and wields the Word as a two-edged sword, calling believers to attentive worship and steadfast faith. Ultimately, the message encourages the congregation to look to the risen Lord for clarity and hope amidst worldly trials.

In the second half of the Great Tribulation, God will send two witnesses to preach and testify the Gospel of Jesus Christ for three and a half years. They will be killed at the end of that time and this world will see it and celebrate. Grab your Bible, turn to Revelation 11, and follow along with Pastor Mike as he explains how this passage couldn't have happened until our generation.

The sermon explores Micah 7 as a prophecy regarding the tribulation and God's ultimate provision for His people. It emphasizes that while nations will face judgment, God will feed and protect a faithful remnant just as He did in the wilderness. The message highlights God's character as one who pardons iniquity and delights in mercy, contrasting future wrath with eternal grace. By referencing multiple scriptures, the text illustrates that every knee shall bow and that God fulfills His covenants to Israel and all believers. The central call is to stand firm on the promises of Christ amidst life's trials.

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Romans Chapter 5 2:11 Experience, Hope 5:12 The Production of Hope 11:05 Remembering God's Works 15:44 Recognizing God's Pattern 18:47 Experience Looks Forward 20:34 Trusting the God Who Delivers 26:07 The Perspective of Hope 28:03 Hope Looks Toward Glory 31:23 The Permanence of Hope 33:19 Hope Survives Tribulation 34:48 The Proof of God's Love 37:51 Understanding Trials Through God's Love 38:59 Nothing Can Separate Us 41:00 The Presence of the Holy Ghost 44:07 Hope for Tomorrow 47:56 From Tribulation to Hope 48:40 Hope Begins With Salvation 49:51 Face Tomorrow With Hope 51:02 Closing Invitation

What time is at hand? The time of reckoning, of great trouble, of deliverance, of resurrection, and of reward. Are you ready for the Great Tribulation? Or, will you be raptured with the church (believers in Jesus) before it comes? If you die what resurrection will bring you from your grave? The resurrection to eternal life or the resurrection of damnation as you go before the Great White Throne Judgment. Are you living for eternity? Or, are you living for things that will burn up when they are tried at the Judgment Seat of Christ. Friends, we implore you to be ready - for the time is at hand.

The superficial peace sought by the world is contrasted with the profound, lasting peace offered by Jesus Christ. John 14 and supporting texts like Jeremiah and Psalm 73, argues that true inner peace is impossible without a reconciled relationship with God through the atonement of Christ. This divine peace is not merely an emotional state but a result of justification by faith and the ongoing transformation by the Holy Spirit. By focusing on Jesus' victory over sin and death, believers are assured of their security in God's love despite worldly tribulations. Ultimately, the message calls listeners to find their rest in Christ alone, knowing that He prepares an eternal place for them. Note: the video quits towards the end of the sermon

The sermon explores Isaiah chapter 24 as a prophetic description of the coming Tribulation, emphasizing the word 'behold' to urge attention to God's impending judgment on the earth. It outlines three primary purposes for this period: ending wickedness, initiating a worldwide revival through the conversion of 144,000 Jews, and breaking the stubborn will of the Jewish people. By connecting Isaiah with passages from Matthew, Revelation, and other prophets, the message highlights how global destruction serves as a catalyst for spiritual awakening and the eventual reign of Christ in Jerusalem. The tone is urgent yet hopeful, reminding listeners that despite the severity of divine wrath, God's compassion ensures a faithful remnant will emerge purified by the Lamb's blood.