In Spirit & Truth

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.

The world we live in is increasingly approaching the upcoming judgment period, during which God will deliver tribulations lasting seven years. But do you know what will happen to those who believe in Jesus? In today's message, Pastor JD defines rapture. Are you ready to be with Jesus if He arrives right now?

There’s a day coming soon when everything you know will become dust. You will stand either with Jesus or against Him. Have you made Him your God? Or do you worship other idols? Today, Pastor JD teaches that if you’ve made medicine or money your god, there’s still time to turn towards the one true God.

When you hear of pagan gods, do you believe they are present in the modern era? In today’s update, Pastor JD teaches that the worship of pagan gods is rampant today, whether you believe it or not. He will point your attention towards the worship of modern medicine and money instead of King Jesus.

What’s the most powerful thing you can think of? Today, Pastor JD says prayer allows ordinary people to become extraordinary. When you pray, you have the power of God on your side. God is for you. Praying to God should give you confidence in any situation because He wants what’s best for your life.

Can we agree that everyone has difficulties in life? Today, Pastor JD says that we all have a “thorn in our side” like Paul. Everyone’s going through something different but God is for us. Remember that you're not alone the next time you go through something hard. God’s with you and He’s for you.

It can be hard to talk to someone when we’re unsure if they support us. Today, Pastor JD says we need confidence when we pray because God is for us. You should have confidence in coming before God because He’s given you full access to Himself. When you talk to God, you can have His full attention.

Have you ever noticed the medical symbol that contains two snakes wrapped around a staff? Have you ever wondered what that symbol meant? Today, Pastor JD teaches that these two snakes symbolize money and medicine. Can you see the power and grasp these pagan gods have over the world?

Have you ever noticed churches getting dangerously close to the ways of the world? Unfortunately, this is becoming more and more common. Today, Pastor JD teaches that this practice clearly indicates the end times. In fact, it’s one of the main topics of one of the church-addressed letters in Revelation.

Today, Pastor JD will share that you are in the final lap of the race. The checkered flag is right around the corner, and the finish line is approaching. All current events and prophecies indicate that Jesus is coming soon. To unbelievers, this may sound scary, but if you are a follower of Christ, rejoice in this good news!

Have you ever prayed for patience? It’s a dangerous prayer, because what happens? God sends you a situation you need to be patient with. In his message today, Pastor JD will remind you that God wants you to learn perseverance, patience, and endurance, and He will lovingly give you trials that teach them to you.

“Why am I suffering God? Why are you letting this happen to me?” When we’re going through a difficult time in life, that is often our question. In today’s message, Pastor JD will teach that most of the time we don’t get that question answered. God's ways are greater than your ways. He wants you to trust Him.

When you’re posting on social media, do you ever think about God reading it? Would that change what you say or how you say it? In his message today, Pastor JD will challenge you to remember that God sees everything you do and hears everything you say, so be careful if you’re prone to complaining about others.

Would you agree that the world has gotten a little messy? Things are looking increasingly different from God’s original design. All you need to do is turn on the news. In today’s update, Pastor JD will point out that the craziness making headlines directly fulfills prophecies that indicate that you are nearing Jesus’s return.

The world may not be ready to admit it, but the end is right around the corner. In today’s update, Pastor JD encourages you to make sure your laces are tied tight because you are entering the final lap before the Lord’s return. You’ve had a long race, but don’t start walking yet… you haven’t reached the finish line.

Pastor JD challenges you today to look at your heart! What are the things of this world that are distracting you from the things of the Kingdom? Bible prophecy is meant to be a tool for you, and an encouraging reminder of Christ’s return. But when the trumpet sounds, those things will fade to dust and blow away.

Do you ever complain when you’re impatient? When you’re stuck in traffic or waiting in a long line at the grocery store? How about waiting for the return of Jesus? In today’s message, Pastor JD will remind you that Jesus is returning quickly. Would it change how much you complain if you knew He’s coming soon?

Patience is hard. Something like gardening takes a lot of patience. We have to wait and know that God will make things grow. In his message today, Pastor JD will teach that patience is waiting and trusting in God to work. You can be patient when you know that God is wiser than you and His timing is perfect.

We can get pretty attached to the stuff in our life, can’t we? This is my house, my car, my money. In today’s message, Pastor JD will remind you that all the stuff you own, you don’t really own. It all belongs to God. How would that change how you use your possessions? Could you use them to aid in God’s mission?

Have you let your heart be divided between the things of God and the things of the world? Pastor JD warns you today that the enemy wants to distract you from the things of Heaven by making you so concerned about the world. But remember that your eternal soul’s home is with the Lord in Heaven.

Do you know about the parable of the house on the rock? Jesus taught in this parable that you should build your life on a solid foundation so that it can withstand the storms that may come. Likewise, Pastor JD teaches that you should set your heart on the things of God, instead of staying tied to the fallen world.

In today’s prophecy update, Pastor JD teaches about the story of Lot and the warning he received to escape from Sodom before its destruction. When God tells you it’s time to go, He means it’s time to go! Don’t look at what you leave behind, because God has prepared something much greater than what you have now.

Do you have money or does your money have you? Do you own your possessions or do your possessions own you? In his message today, Pastor JD will talk about the always popular subject of money and challenge you to consider whether you’re putting your faith in your money or putting your faith in God.