In Spirit & Truth

Today, Pastor JD answers a very important question. How can you know, if it's Jesus, or, if it's the devil who's speaking to you? Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice.” And, we know, that it's the accuser of the brethren, who speaks words of condemnation. Jesus loving convicts you, and never condemns His bride.

There is so much happening in our world today. It's nearly impossible to keep up with it! From the Russian invasion of Ukraine to the end of the pandemic...the world is changing at such a rapid pace. Today Pastor JD will bring some insight into these changes.

We’re all used to change and inflation – that’s the way the world works. But the rise that we’re seeing – Pastor JD reminds us today – is not only of this world but of powers of darkness. We are hurtling towards end times, and this is only the beginning. Pay attention, because everything we see happening, points to Christ’s return.

Sometimes in a state of uncertainty, we cling to things or people, hoping that everything will work out in the end. Pastor JD reminds us today, that we are walking in a world of uncertainty. There’s division on every corner and there are things that we just can’t talk about. Instead of clinging to any earthly thing, put your hope in Jesus.

If you think God enjoys the thought of anyone spending eternity in hell, you're sorely mistaken. Pastor JD wants you to know, that if your end is hell, you took yourself there. If God enjoys seeing people in eternal torment, why do you think He sent His only Son to suffer and die to make a way so you don't have to?

The Apostle Paul warns you to keep yourself from idols. Today, Pastor JD reminds you, that all idols aren't just carved images. Today's idols, often, are people in high places – even people in religion. Some idolize pastors, TV preachers, and worship artists. Remember! Jesus will not share His glory with ANYONE.

Today, Pastor JD wants you to know, just how much Jesus loves you. Yes, He is a God of justice and judgment. But, at His core, is His long-suffering, and grace toward you. He said that He didn't come to judge, but to save, and to give you life, everlasting! Because of His love and mercy, you can trust Him.

It’s so tempting for a believer in Christ to share, not the truth exactly, but a more palatable version of the truth. Today, Pastor JD will explain how you must share God’s truth, in His word, as it is written. Don’t change it to appeal to more people. Don’t water it down to fit into society’s hopes. You must speak the truth!

In the current climate of the world today, Pastor JD implores you, believers, to be discerning of all you hear around you. This includes news and politics, as well as from your pastors and teachers. The devil tries to plant untruths inside churches, and you must be discriminating against what you trust and believe.

Quite often, you’ll hear unbelievers loudly proclaim some of the same things believers in Christ will be saying. And, as Pastor JD explains today, Satan uses this as a way to add confusion and distrust into the world. So, believers must be discerning and intentional to listen to the messages being spoken around them.

In our arrogance, we sometimes think we can fix our own problems. Pastor JD, wants you to know, that this is the antithesis of what God desires, for you. He wants you to, lay down your pride, and, simply surrender to Him. Remember, He gives grace to the humble, but rejects the proud.

One of the most important things, we need to come to terms with, is our utter helplessness. Today, Pastor JD wants you to know, that, that's why Jesus came. You can't save yourself. You can't make a better version of yourself. Self-help programs are useless. Only Jesus can give you a new heart, and save you.

Hebrews Chapter Twelve, explains the difference between our earthly fathers - who chastise us for our good - versus our Heavenly Father, who's chastisement brings us life. Today, Pastor JD's message is about the character of our God, who executes judgment, yet is full of mercy and grace.

People are struggling. They’re dealing with sicknesses they don’t understand, financial pressures, job uncertainty, and all of these things make people anxious. Pastor JD will be reminding you today that God is aware of your struggles. He knows the way for you to get through – not around – these hard times; it starts with putting your trust in Him.

There are all kinds of disasters happening around the world right now. Some are natural, while some appear to be caused by man’s activities. The results of all these are tragic for men and women around the world. But as you’ll hear Pastor JD teach, God stands above all, using these circumstances for His benefit.

It's hard to listen to people mock God and live their lives as though He didn’t exist. It becomes harder when you see them succeeding in finances and fame. Doesn’t God care? You ask. Doesn’t He see? Well, listen to Pastor JD’s update today and it’ll become obvious that God knows, and He’s giving these people a chance to get right with Him.

When Jesus taught the disciples to pray, He said to pray this way, “forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who've trespassed against us”. Today, Pastor JD reminds you to forgive one another. Even if you have been hurt, it’s so important to show them the same type of forgiveness your Lord has shown you.

When you go through hard times it’s natural to think, “Why am I going through this”. Have you ever wondered if the hardship you're enduring right now, is because of the benefit of someone else? Today, Pastor JD will bring to light how it’s not always about you. You may be the tool to bring someone else to Christ.

When you have been hurt or wronged by someone it can be difficult to see them with an eternal view. As you listen to Pastor JD today, he will encourage you to look at others with a heavenly perspective, and not a temporal view. You must see them as either saved or unsaved and if you do, it will change everything.

If you've been a believer for any given period of time, chances are you've asked the infamous question “what is the mark of the beast?” While many suspect the current vaccine might be it, Pastor JD suggests it might not be far off. In his prophecy update today, you'll learn how these current vaccines might be a precursor to the mark.

If you're familiar with your Bible, chances are you're familiar with what Scripture calls the great deception. Have you ever wondered or thought to yourself just how great it might be? In today's prophecy update, Pastor JD elaborates on the scale of this deception, and how it'll reach each and every nation.

If you've been paying attention for the last few years, chances are you've noticed that it seems like everyone is under a mass deception. Unfortunately, the great deception spoken of in Scripture will make today's events seem like a walk in the park. In today's message, Pastor JD warns you not to “buy the lie.”

As Pastor JD continues his teaching series through the book of Philemon, he'll be exhorting women to submit and respect their husbands, and for men to be loving and understanding. The Bible challenges husbands to lay down their own lives for their wives, just as Jesus laid down His own life for the church.

Have you noticed how most of the values of the world are in contrast to what God values? Today, Pastor JD will be encouraging you to be meek, not aggressive, and proud. Jesus, Himself is the perfect example of meekness, He had power under control. He was humble and cooperated with His Father in Heaven.

Prayer is one of the foundations of the Christian faith. Jesus, Himself had to get away from everyone to pray regularly. If the Lord felt it necessary to pray, how much more should you!? Today, Pastor JD will be challenging you to make prayer a staple discipline in your life and to allow God to speak to your heart.

We live in a time where everyone struggles with anxiety. Pastor JD does too! But today, He reminds us how we need to take our thoughts captive. Don’t let your fear rule you. Instead of fretting, remember to thank God for anything. Pray about everything, and in turn, don’t worry about anything. God will take care of you.

We’ve all been let down by people we love, and it hurts, even when it’s not malicious. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that God will never be one of those people. He can’t not keep a promise. Instead of reeling in the hurt and the fear, give your cares to God, and allow Him to wrap you in His peace that surpasses understanding.

We all go through times when we’re ruled by fear and anxiety. And, coming from someone who’s dealt with those things a lot, Pastor JD is here to remind us today that, God won’t forsake you. He’s not going to abandon you or turn away; His peace will encompass you, despite the world around you, if only you’ll allow it to.

As Pastor JD begins his new teaching through the book of Philemon, he'll be challenging you to forsake the ways of the world and to focus on living a victorious Christian life. This is a very rich letter that's filled with encouragement to forgive and restore, and also exhortation to have a godly character and reputation.

If you are doing something and you don’t have peace about it… then never, ever, ever follow through with it. God will open or close the right doors He wants you to walk through. Today, Pastor JD reminds you to walk away from something if you don’t have peace with it. God will open the door when the time is right.

The Bible is not just any book. It’s the life experiences of others who walked before you, who are showing you how to handle life and overcome situations. Today, Pastor JD reminds you that there are people with good and bad characteristics in The Bible. It’s up to you what type of person you will become.

We tend to hold onto things long past their expiration date. No one wants to let go of someone or something that they love. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that this world is not our home; soon and very soon, it will be time to let it go. Instead of holding on to it, let’s look ahead to the place that Christ has prepared for us.

There’s a struggle in this world: Christians war between being attached to this world, and longing for our Heavenly home. Today, Pastor JD reminds us, that loss is always hard – even the loss of a wicked and dying world. Let’s put our trust in God’s timing and the fact that He’s preparing a place for us, away from all this heartache.

There’re many people in the world who are sure they know THE Truth; people who think they’re going to Heaven because “they’re a good person.” But today, Pastor JD reminds us that none of us are good; we were born in sin and we live in sin. BUT, we don’t have to go on that way, because we have the option of living for Christ instead.

What do your actions say about you? Would someone describe you as faithful, dependable, or loyal? Today, Pastor JD doesn’t hold back. He will have you looking within yourself to see if you possess the characteristics of how Paul felt about Artemas and Tychicus. Two friends who were always faithful and reliable.

Satan has one goal, and that is to destroy anything that will bring pleasure to the Lord. He comes like a prowling lion only to kill, steal, and destroy. He studies you, just like a lion study’s his prey. Today, Pastor JD boldly reminds you to not be so naïve because Satan wants nothing more than to see your destruction.

If Satan can get you to argue with other Christians, then you can't do what God has called you to do. Too many people don't come to church because of how they see Christians acting. Today, Pastor JD delicately calls on you to not argue with fellow believers, but instead, reach out to the lost.

Today is the day of salvation. Pastor JD is convinced that we have no more time to waiver. Choose Jesus and be saved! It’s as easy as A, B, C. ‘A’ is for admit that you’re a sinner in need of a Savior. ‘B’ is for believe that Jesus Christ is Lord. ‘C’ is for call upon His name. Commit your life to Jesus today before you run out of time.

Of all the decisions we make in this life, the only one that really matters is this: Do you choose Jesus or no Jesus? The choice will seal your fate for all eternity. God grants your request… a life chosen separate from Jesus will be rewarded with an eternity separate from Jesus. Pastor JD encourages you today: choose wisely!

Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the unfairness and injustice in this life. We look around us and find it hard to believe that we serve a God who is actually in control. But, as Pastor JD reminds us today, we need to remember that this life is merely a vapor. Poof, and it’s over. Our true home is in heaven for all eternity!

Today, Pastor JD passionately reminds you to use your God-given spiritual gift of discernment when dealing with someone. You must assess the situation and determine if they are looking for an answer or an argument. To do this, just turn to the Holy Spirit and He will give you the wisdom to know the difference.

The second greatest commandment tells us that we are to love our neighbor as ourselves. Today, Pastor JD informs you, that being kind, gentle, and considerate is the fruit of the Spirit. Are you submitted to Him, to bear this fruit? God does not turn a blind eye, as to how you treat your brother or sister in the Lord.

Today, Pastor JD reminds us that slander is an abomination to the Lord. Your idle talk, disparaging a brother or sister is ranked right up there with murder, in the eyes of God. When you destroy the character of someone, in your hatred, you are, in fact, according to Jesus, guilty of murder!

The Bible is full of truths that we can grab onto in our time of need. God speaks to us through His Word. One promise Pastor JD reminds us of today is that nothing can come against us when we know Jesus. He is our defender, our Rock, and our protector. Stand firm in Jesus and you will be victorious.

God’s thoughts are not our thoughts and God’s timing is not our timing. This should be so encouraging to us. He is far greater, immensely more capable, and infinitely more knowledgeable than we are. Pastor JD reminds us today to dwell on these truths, as things in our world begin to unravel. Do not fear. God is in control!

If you’re listening to Pastor JD today, the most important thing he wants to get across to you is that Jesus’ return is very near. You have no more time to ponder a relationship with Him. It’s now or never. Today is the day to answer the most important question of your life for eternal life: Do you choose Jesus?

All throughout the Bible, we're told that judgment is coming upon an unbelieving Christ-rejecting world. Today, Pastor JD warns you, that you're responsible for the Truth of the Gospel, which saves people from judgment. Why wouldn't you warn those that you love, and tell them about Jesus who can save them?

The Apostle Paul writes that this world is passing away, and the lust of it, but he who does the will of God abides forever. Today, Pastor JD reminds us, not to become too heavily invested in the things of the world, because they can keep us from the expectant joy of the return of Christ, and the glory that awaits us.

Today, Pastor JD says, that if you feast on the Truth, supplied by the Spirit you won't crave the things of the flesh. Nothing can satisfy you, and nourish you, like spiritual food from God. And the table of the LORD is always full, and you have a seat at His wonderful feast, every minute of every day.

As always, Pastor JD ends today’s update with the “A, B, C’s” of salvation. This is a tool to show how easy it is to come into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ. ‘A’ is for acknowledge you’re a sinner. ‘B’ is for believe Jesus Christ is Lord. And ‘C’ is for call upon His name. Follow the A, B, C’s today and be saved!