In Spirit & Truth

What if you were on trial and rather than defend you, your lawyer agreed with the prosecution saying, “Yep. He’s guilty Your Honor.” You’d fire them on the spot. But Pastor JD explains today that you are guilty. And Jesus acknowledges your guilt and then He takes your sentence onto Himself. Your debt is paid.

Whether your earthly father was good or not, we can see some pretty amazing examples of good fathers all throughout the Bible. In today’s message, Pastor JD will remind you that your God…is your Heavenly Father too! He is everything you could possibly want or need, in this world and in heaven!

Sometimes it seems like the world is spinning out of control. It’s like losing control of your car on the ice, and nothing you can do makes any difference. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that God has the whole world in His hands. So, trust in Him and surrender your hopes and fears to Him. He is completely in control.

Sometimes events can make us feel powerless. Things in our personal lives, and in the world can seem overwhelming. But today, Pastor JD encourages us that God is the power source. So, be sure to build your life on God’s Word, pray in the mighty name of Jesus, and trust in the power of the Holy Spirit.

As this world begins to wind down, the enemy will do anything he can to make this chapter the last chapter. He will deceive, he will use fear, and he will revel in the chaos. Don’t let him. Today, Pastor JD reminds you that there’s another chapter… one where Jesus is the victor and Satan is defeated and silenced forever.

Your salvation and freedom was not free. It was brutally and generously paid for by the blood of Jesus Christ! In today’s message, Pastor JD will remind you of that substantial price. It is important that you never forget what Jesus did on the cross for you and every other person to ever exist!

There is no such thing as living a perfect sinless life, but there IS a way for us to live a life that is actively turning away from sin…that way is Jesus! In today’s message, Pastor JD will show you how Jesus provides a way for you to live a life where you can sin less, where you can have freedom and still choose right!

What comes to mind when you think of “power”? Is it money, social status, or belongings? In today’s message, Pastor JD will show you how real power comes from Jesus Christ! Real, life-transforming power comes from THE blood of Jesus Christ! And, that power lives in you because Jesus died for you!

With how wild things have become, it’s natural to worry a little bit. I mean, with all of the violence going on, how can you not? I know it’s easier said than done, but don’t worry. Today, Pastor JD teaches that despite the chaos, the Lord will handle it. He created this world, He keeps it in orbit, and He’s in control.

How will you know the end is near? In Matthew 24, Jesus teaches that there will be wars, earthquakes, famines, et cetera. Sound familiar? In today’s update, Pastor JD teaches that while we don’t know the date, the time is getting closer and closer with each passing moment. If you’re a believer, get excited!

There’s no denying both the national and global tension going on today. You see it in the news, you see it on social media, and guess what… you also see it in Scripture. In today’s update, Pastor JD teaches that the wars and rumors of wars shouldn’t come as a shock to you. But take heart. The Lord’s in control.

Sometimes our lives can get in the way of our peace, joy, and just overall happiness. In today’s message, Pastor JD will remind you that God has a different story for you! With Jesus Christ, you CAN have unexplainable peace, overwhelming joy, and happiness that goes beyond anything you could ever imagine!

Whatever may be going on in your life, whatever situation may be trying to steal your joy, just know that there is hope! There is joy for YOU in these difficult areas! In today’s message, Pastor JD will encourage you to be hopeful and trusting in the Lord! There is joy specifically for you in ALL areas of your life, no matter what!

Have you seen the love a parent has for a child? Even the most loving and doting parents can’t measure up to the way that God loves you. Pastor JD wants you to know that no matter how far you stray from God, He is never out of reach, and He is ready to welcome back the prodigal child with His arms wide open.

Did the quick rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine pave the way for the mark of the beast? In today’s teaching, Pastor JD informs listeners of some stark parallels, including steps that were taken to require such an injection in the future. As the end draws near, has your eternity been secured in the finished work of Jesus?

What has taken place and what is taking place in our world today that is preparing the way for the rapture of the Church? Today, Pastor JD will unpack several significant societal movements that align with end times prophecy. How can you help filter your perspective of current events through the Truth of Scripture?

Are you watching for signs of the end times? Did you know that your knowledge of prophecy only increases over time? In today’s message, Pastor JD looks at Daniel’s revelation of the last days, but how his scope was limited compared to what has now come to pass. Embrace the learning and journey of our Lord’s prophecies!

The counterargument to the beliefs of Gnosticism is that God isn’t some absent Creator who is enslaving you, but instead is a Father who loves you and wants to be in a relationship with you. Pastor JD doesn’t want you to think that God is your enemy. He wants you to rejoice that God has given you eternal life.

Do you know about the dangers of Gnostic teaching? One of the biggest pitfalls of Gnosticism is that the body and spirit are treated as different beings, but Pastor JD reminds you today that you are one being, and the curse of sin is born by your body and soul alike. You can’t shed your body like a snake sheds its skin.

Have you ever taken a driving test? If you don’t pass the first time, you have to come back and retake the test until you pass and earn your driver’s license. Pastor JD teaches you today that sometimes God has you go through the same trials multiple times over so that you can learn what you need to learn.

What is the history behind these prophecy updates and how does their growth indicate where we are as a world? In today’s teaching, Pastor JD walks listeners through the beginnings of this ministry, and how current events have provided increasingly more content each week! You can know more because more is happening!

Today, Pastor JD will be explaining how the Laodicean church represents the church today, especially given all the current events taking place. Jesus warned the Church of Laodicea against becoming complacent and distracted. If you find yourself becoming lukewarm, confess and repent today, and the Lord will make you white as snow.

The End Times Church according to the book of Revelation is characterized by being lukewarm- neither cold towards the Lord, or on fire and zealous for Him. Today, Pastor JD will be reminding you that the Lord desires you to be on fire for Him, and to serve Him faithfully.

God is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Even when the world is going crazy around you, God’s character has not changed. Pastor JD wants you to know that God is always in control, and the circumstances of the fallen world do not change who God says He is. He loves you, and He always will.

There are teachings that deal with the concept of generational curses, things that are passed down from generation to generation. While there is a real issue of generational sin, Pastor JD teaches you today that in God’s grace, He gives mercy to those suffering consequences for the sins of their ancestors.

As Pastor JD continues his teaching series, he’ll be challenging you to obey the commands of God, regardless of how you feel. Many times how you feel will deceive you because your flesh and the influence of the world can sway you in the wrong direction. This is why renewing your mind with the Word of God is paramount.

Today, Pastor JD will be explaining how the church at Laodicea had become apathetic in their love for Christ. They were allowing the deceitfulness of wealth and the desires for other things, just as the modern church today. Christ called them to repent and live zealously for Him, and He calls the church today to do the same!

Hope is a person and His name is Jesus! As you learn from Pastor JD’s message today, hope is anchored to the Lord, Jesus! It’s in no other name that individuals can have their hope found. Anything or anyone other than Christ will ultimately be a letdown. Find your hope in the only Savior, Jesus today!

“Whom the Son set free is free indeed!” Pastor JD celebrates the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ with you in today’s message. The Bible says that there is only one way to salvation and that is through the belief and reception of Jesus Christ. When you receive Jesus as your Savior, you are a new creation!

God is love, at the same time, He is indeed holy, just, and righteous. Today, Pastor JD will be explaining how God must judge sin, yet He desires that none should perish but have everlasting life. This is why He’s made the perfect plan for the salvation of mankind by sending Jesus as a sacrifice.

Have you ever felt stuck, not knowing what the will of God is for your life? As Pastor JD continues his teaching series, he’ll be reminding you that God has a specific plan for your life and He wants to reveal it to you. If you're unsure, perhaps you’re not obeying what He’s already commanded you to do.

Today, Pastor JD will be encouraging you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus and the hope you have in eternity. The enemy will always try to cause you to become paralyzed with discouragement and despondency, but remember, the same power that raised Jesus from the grave lives in you!

Stay rooted in Scripture and commune with the Lord in prayer. Today, Pastor JD shares with you the importance of studying the Bible. Take time each day to sit with the Lord and to read His living and active Scriptures. Allow the Word of God to sharpen your character and transform your faith journey with Him.

Do you feel weighed down by all that’s taking place in our world right now? In today’s message from Pastor JD, he encourages you to put your hope in Jesus. Keep your eyes fixed on Him. He is the Author and Finisher of your faith and completely trustworthy. Jesus brings light and hope amidst the darkest of times.

What if there was a way to know what is going to happen in the future? What if there was a way to predict the major historical events to come? Today, Pastor JD teaches that there’s a way to do these things. God’s word has given us the outline of events in the past and the events to come, and it has an accuracy of 100%.

Have you ever felt that God was against you? Like all your choices lead to dead ends? Today, Pastor JD explains that when you ignore the truth and follow lies, God – in His love – allows you to choose your path and experience the consequences. But He never leaves you. He’s right there waiting to pick you up.

Which would you rather hear: the truth or what makes you feel good? It would be great if the truth were easy but, that’s not always the case. Today, Pastor JD encourages you to embrace the truth – no matter how hard it seems – rather than embracing the popular messages tailored to a world that wants easy.

There are so many voices claiming to be authorities, so how do you decide who’s speaking the truth? Do you simply choose what sounds good to you and ignore the rest? Today, Pastor JD tells you about the dangers of being deceived by what feels good rather than discerning and following what’s true.

It feels good to be in control, right? How often have you said “I’ll do it myself” about a task, rather than delegating simply because you wanted to be responsible? Today, Pastor JD will challenge you to relinquish control and put your faith in the one who ultimately is in control. God’s got this because He knows best.

The world is getting crazier by the minute. Violence is becoming more common, discussions turn into fights, and hatred is commonplace. In today’s update, Pastor JD will remind you that the world is looking to see how you respond to events and criticism. Will you demonstrate Christ’s love and joy?

Jesus says that the end will come like a thief in the night. It will be without warning. In today’s update, Pastor JD teaches that no one expects a thief to come at night, yet they still prepare. You probably lock your doors and might even set an alarm before bed, right? Are you also preparing for Jesus’s return in the same way?

Why do we have the Ten Commandments? What is their purpose? In his message today, Pastor JD explains that we were given these guidelines by which to live. They were given by a loving heavenly Father who desired to spare us the unspeakable grief, sorrow, and destruction resulting from the listed sins.

Have you ever wondered how to discern if it's God speaking to you or the enemy? Today, Pastor JD delves into this crucial topic, guiding us to distinguish between God's inner voice and the enemy's influence that can lead us astray. God's voice is one of conviction, while the enemy's voice is one of condemnation.

Sin is not often openly discussed in public except when it is mentioned in church. Today, Pastor JD talks about sin and its personal effects on us, as well as its impact on the church, the workplace, and our families. While sin may seem pleasurable at the time, its ultimate consequences can be devastating for us.

Much like the church in Thyatira, we are often exposed to false teachings that divert our attention away from the reality of the gospel. But, are you aware of it? Are you able to recognize a Jezebel in your life? In today's message, Pastor JD explains how to identify false doctrines and remain cautious at all times!

In Thyatira's church, a few people were steadfast in their belief that Jesus would return soon. This led them to live a faith-filled life. The world has moved much closer to the second coming of Jesus. Are you holding on to Him? In today's message, Pastor JD shares how you can start living a faith-filled life in Jesus.

You may have a predisposition to consider Jesus as a last resort, as if it were the worst-case situation. Only until suffering knocks you to the ground do you realize that Jesus is all you need. Today, Pastor JD outlines how you can begin to increase your reliance on God. He is not an option. Jesus is the only way!

As believers, we are to treat others as we would like to be treated—the Golden Rule. However, how we treat fellow believers in Christ is even more critical. Today, Pastor JD discusses several steps to take to be reconciled with another believer. It is important that we are reconciled to each other before serving.

Everyone seems too quick to judge and condemn someone else but fails to understand their own shortcomings. It is so easy to see flaws in others when they are often significant problems for us. Today, Pastor JD urges us to first take the ‘log’ out of our eye before pointing out the splinter we see in our neighbor’s eye.

Most people think they are not good or talented enough to be used by God. Today, Pastor JD uses the example of a crooked stick to draw a straight line. We are all imperfect vessels to be used by God to accomplish His will. When God uses an imperfect instrument, everyone will know the result has to be God.