It seems that anytime there is terrorism, violence or potential war, special attention is given to the prophetic books of the Bible like Revelation or Ezekiel or Daniel. And that is good!

People want to know, "Is this a sign from God about what is to come? Is the political climate in Israel connected to the second coming of Jesus?"

Many individuals have mistaken beliefs about Jesus' return just like they did when he first arrived in Bethlehem. Jesus constantly reminded the crowds, his disciples and even Pontius Pilate, that his kingdom is not of this world. (John 18:36) Jesus is a king, but not like many think.

Jesus also pointed to wars and rumors of wars and famines and earthquakes and other "birth pains" as reminders that this world will not last forever and that he would return. (Matthew 24)

God wants us informed and ready. He wants us to be prepared for what is going to come.

This weekend at CrossWalk Church in Phoenix we are starting a new, timely message series entitled, "Count On It." We listen to what Jesus says about the end of the world and his return.

This week we will look at John 14. And the very first words out of Jesus' mouth when talking about the end times are. "Don't let your hearts be troubled."

We can count on the truth that God will not leave us alone. We can enjoy his presence and peace. This makes all the difference as we head into difficult times.

Listen to what Jesus says about the future and be ready for it.

Follow along with your Bible: John, chapter 14, verses 1-14 & 25-31

Worship throughout your week by listening to CrossWalk’s Spotify playlist. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6oh96lgtXm0f46YtuJHdkL?si=6a78988beb284e4f

Song highlight of the week: "Jesus Paid it All" this Sunday, by John Thomas Grape, Elvina M. Hall, and Alex Nifong. (It is a old hymn with a contemporary addition). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Vp2O3YqeJQ

We look at God's promises and also the reality of living in a world that is broken and will someday be restored when Jesus returns. We are reminded that in Jesus we are made clean, our dirty rags of sin become as white as snow when washed with his righteousness, that he paid the debt we could never pay so that we will be with him eternally.

The sermon entitled “Count on God's Presence and Peace" was done by Senior Pastor Dan Solofra at CrossWalk Church, in part of the “Count On It” message series.

CrossWalk Church - Sunday Worship:

Online: cwlk.online.church - 9am /11am

Laveen Campus: Cesar Chavez High School - 9am/11am

Midtown Campus: Camelback High School - 10am