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The sermon addresses the political and cultural shifts following the midterm elections, framing them as part of a broader 'agenda of evil' that includes the advancement of LGBTQ policies, the expansion of abortion access, the influence of Islam, and the rise of progressive Christianity. While acknowledging the discouraging nature of these events, the message anchors hope in the promise of Jesus' return and the rapture of the church, as described in John 14. The speaker urges believers not to be troubled by worldly chaos but to maintain their faith and discernment. By contrasting the instability of political power with the sovereignty of God, the sermon calls for a steadfast commitment to biblical truth. The central exhortation is to continue in the things learned from Scripture, rejecting cultural compromises and adhering to the authority of the Bible in a time of increasing deception.

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The sermon examines the theological distinction between the judgment of sin on the cross and the judgment seat of Christ, which evaluates the works of believers. It clarifies that salvation is secured by grace alone, while the Bema Seat determines rewards based on faithfulness and obedience to God's will. The message emphasizes that Christians must live with an awareness of future accountability, prioritizing spiritual growth and service over carnal desires or self-directed plans. By contrasting the temporary nature of worldly achievements with the eternal value of godly works, the preacher urges believers to pursue a life of consecration and dependence on the Holy Spirit. The tone is both instructional and urgent, calling for immediate self-examination and a renewed commitment to serving Christ with integrity.

MAIN POINT: ...If you believe, you will see the glory of God John 11:40

This sermon examines the prophetic sequence described in 2 Thessalonians, specifically addressing the conditions that must precede the Day of the Lord. The central message clarifies that the church will not witness the rise of the Antichrist, known as the man of sin, because believers will be raptured prior to this event. The teaching identifies a great apostasy and the removal of the Holy Spirit's restraining influence as the necessary precursors to the revelation of the son of perdition. By contrasting the current era of the church with the future tribulation, the message encourages believers to remain steadfast in faith and avoid being shaken by false teachings. The sermon concludes with a call to repentance, urging the congregation to reject any spirit of self-exaltation and to actively share the gospel while the Holy Spirit continues to empower the church.

This sermon emphasizes the critical importance of studying the Bible with proper hermeneutical guidelines, specifically warning against adding to or subtracting from the text and advocating for the principle of using Scripture to interpret Scripture. The speaker illustrates these principles by correcting common misinterpretations of 1 Timothy 3:2 regarding pastoral qualifications and by analyzing the symbolic language in Revelation 12, where the woman represents Israel and the dragon represents Satan. The teaching connects the prophetic timeline of the Tribulation, the Rapture, and the eventual restoration of Israel, arguing that a faithful reading of passages like Isaiah 8 and Daniel 9 reveals that the 'flood' mentioned in Revelation is a military force rather than a natural disaster. The tone is instructional and corrective, urging believers to rely on the Holy Spirit for understanding and to avoid the pitfalls of forced interpretations or cultural biases that distort the clear meaning of God's Word.

In Part 2 we see that the Lord gives 3 unique promises to those believers of Sardis and to all true believers that will follow in history. These promises are for His Bride, true believers saved from Acts 2, Pentecost, to the catching up of the church at the Rapture. He promises: She is to be clothed in white garments of righteousness. She will "not never" be blotted out of the Book of Life, eternally His Bride. The Lord will acknowledge her as His eternal Bride before the Father. 0:00 A Charles Schulz "Young Pillars" cartoon 3:55 Three Promises to the Bride - Rev. 3:5 11:35 The 2nd Promise to the Bride - Rev. 3:5b 24:07 The 3rd Promise to the Bride - Rev. 3:5c

Dr. Mal Couch teaches through Matthew 24-25 verse by verse. Originally recorded in 2008.

FOR WOMEN- Someone said that, "self-righteousness stinks, unfortunately, we are the last to smell it on ourselves".

The first four trumpet judgments affected the earth primarily. The next three judgments primarily attack mankind. These are demonic types that allow us to learn about demons from them.

This sermon examines the biblical teaching that the specific day and hour of Christ's return are known only to the Father, explicitly rejecting any attempt to calculate or predict the timing of the Second Coming. By analyzing Matthew 24 and supporting passages in Mark, Acts, and 1 Thessalonians, the message emphasizes that believers are called to a state of constant vigilance and spiritual readiness rather than date-setting speculation. The preacher contrasts the error of naming a specific date with the error of assuming the Lord is delayed, urging the church to live as sober witnesses in the present age. The discussion further distinguishes the church's role from Israel's prophetic timeline, noting that the tribulation is a period of judgment for the nation of Israel, while the church is appointed to obtain salvation and avoid wrath. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a life of active faith and evangelism, trusting in God's patience and the certainty of Christ's imminent return.

Dr. Schmidt examines the mental torment that many face and how the Lord can give one victory over negative, destructive thinking.

What does it mean that Jesus delivers believers from the wrath to come in 1 Thessalonians 1:10? This lesson examines the biblical evidence for the Pre-Tribulation Rapture and the promise that Church-Age believers will be rescued before the horrific judgments of the Tribulation begin. Our blessed hope is not the appearance of the Antichrist or the beginning of the Tribulation, but the imminent return of Jesus Christ, who will take us to be with Him forever.

In this final section of the chapter, the Apostle Paul reaches the climax of his argument for the resurrection of the body. He not only continues with a stirring summary of the truth of the resurrection but now also introduces the truth of the rapture of the living saints. This then leads to a call to faithfulness in light of these wonderful truths in verse 58.