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Revelation 20:2 "And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years," King James Version

This sermon examines the Sanhedrin's reaction to the apostles' defense in Acts 5, highlighting the tension between human authority and divine sovereignty. It analyzes Gamaliel's pragmatic counsel to leave the apostles alone, arguing that if the movement is of God, it cannot be stopped, and if it is of men, it will fail on its own. The message emphasizes that the early church's response to severe persecution was not fear but joy, viewing suffering as a privilege granted by God to conform believers to the image of Christ. By citing various Old and New Testament passages, the text presents a theological framework where tribulation serves as a means of sanctification and evidence of God's unthwartable purpose. The central call is for believers to trust in God's faithfulness and to remain bold in preaching the gospel, regardless of opposition.

Sermon Points: 1) Tribulation brings suffering 2) Comfort comes from the Lord to encourage and equip you 3) Comfort is a part of your salvation

This sermon explores the biblical timeline of personal and global eschatology, tracing the believer's journey from death or the rapture through the tribulation and into the millennial kingdom. It argues that the church will be evacuated to heaven prior to the period of God's wrath, where believers will exist in resurrection bodies to witness the judgments upon the earth. The central focus is on the second coming of Christ, which inaugurates a renovated earth where Israel is restored as the head nation and Christ reigns from Jerusalem for a thousand years. The teaching emphasizes that this millennial phase is part of a continuous 'new heavens and new earth' that transitions into the eternal state, where the curse is fully removed and God co-rules with the Lamb. The tone is instructional and hopeful, encouraging believers to view their ultimate destiny not as a temporary stay in heaven, but as a permanent inheritance on a purified earth where peace, longevity, and covenant faithfulness are realized.

This sermon explores the believer's response to suffering by examining 1 Peter 1:6-9, emphasizing that trials are temporary and serve to refine faith rather than destroy it. The message highlights the coexistence of genuine sorrow and great rejoicing, urging believers to cast their cares upon God who knows their specific struggles. It reinterprets the concept of contentment through Philippians 4, illustrating that strength comes from Christ regardless of circumstances. The sermon concludes with the assurance of a glorious salvation, where faith is replaced by sight and all pain is removed, encouraging believers to view their current hardships as precious processes that produce gold-like purity.

The sermon presents a prophetic analysis of the United States as a modern-day Babylon, drawing parallels between the biblical captivity of Judah and the current geopolitical and moral state of America. It argues that the American Empire, led by a figure identified as the Antichrist, is engaging in unjust wars and enabling genocide, particularly in Gaza and Iran, which aligns with the descriptions of the 'daughter of Babylon' in Revelation and Jeremiah. The speaker contends that these actions are part of a divine plan to bring about global tribulation and the eventual destruction of the empire, citing specific political events and military actions as evidence of this trajectory. The message calls for spiritual discernment, urging believers to recognize the evil of these global powers and to look forward to the return of Christ and the establishment of the heavenly Zion. The tone is urgent and convicting, challenging Christians to reject nationalistic pride and align themselves with biblical truth in the face of impending judgment.

We don't always know God's timing for the events in our lives, but we can trust that He has a calendar that He keeps for His purposes. In fact, those living in the tribulation can know specifically how long they must endure their hardships. -Notes: https://pastormarksbury.blogspot.com/2026/10/sermon-our-trust-in-gods-hidden.html -Livestream: https://lwbcfruita.org/live -Donations: https://www.lwbcfruita.org/give

This sermon examines Revelation 11:1-2, focusing on the prophecy of a future temple in Jerusalem that pertains specifically to Israel rather than the church. The message explains that the act of measuring the temple signifies God's ownership and preservation of His chosen people, affirming that He will fulfill His covenant promises despite current geopolitical tensions. The text contrasts this divine protection with the coming period of deception and persecution, where the Antichrist will desecrate the holy city during the latter half of the tribulation. While acknowledging the Jewish rejection of Jesus as the Messiah through their desire to resume sacrificial worship, the sermon emphasizes that salvation remains exclusively through faith in Christ's finished work. The tone is instructional and urgent, encouraging believers to remain ready for Christ's return while recognizing that God's sovereign plan for Israel is still unfolding.

Paul wrote to the Thessalonian church and warned them that tribulation would continue for the church, but they needed to stand fast in the Lord and love each other. That same formula works for the church today, we will never go farther than our faith in Jesus and our love for the brethren. Grab your Bible turn to 1 Thessalonians 3, and follow along with Pastor Mike.