In Spirit & Truth

We all know how tough the truth can be to hear. Pastor JD reminds us today that, it’s rare anymore, to find a church that teaches the Truth without dumbing it down. We don’t learn from sweet nothings – we learn from hard truths. And dumbing down the Gospel won’t change anyone, because it’s the Holy Spirit who does that.

Our society today is all about the life-hacks; we want the best, easiest, and quickest way possible to get what we want. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that, if we have that attitude when it comes to Christ, we’re going to get a cheap copy of Him. Why would you settle for a copy when you can have the Almighty Original?

How many times have you felt like everything is falling apart around you? Pastor JD reminds us in today’s update that, while things are looking grim - and they’re only going to get worse - we, who are alive in Christ, have all the hope we could ever need. If you can hold on just a little longer, Jesus will make it all worth it.

It’s far too easy to let behaviors become habits. Even bad habits - that we don’t like - are hard to break. Today, Pastor JD reminds us how God must refine us before He can truly bless us. There are things in our life that need to be cut out, and God - because He loves us so - is willing to do the cutting, so that we might be able to grow.

People often talk about how God can’t be all that loving, since He allows us to go through such horrific trials. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that, we have to allow the people we love most to mess up, in order that they might learn from their mistakes. God didn’t bring death into this world, we managed that all on our own.

How many times have you heard “judgment is coming?” At first, it sounds harsh and unloving. But In today's teaching, Pastor JD will show us how it doesn't come as a contradiction to a loving God. And for those who follow God, ultimate security lies within the judgment that Christ took on our behalf!

The certainty of being fully satisfied in Christ is attractive. But more than that, it's a reality for followers of Christ! In today's teaching with Pastor JD, we'll hear where this is written in scripture and how we can trust it. It'll give peace and hope for the days ahead, knowing more about the kingdom of our Lord.

As hard as it probably is to imagine, it's actually EASY to desire a world with no sin. Sounds like a fairy tale? Well, it's true! And it's a reality that is coming, as we'll learn in today's teaching with Pastor JD. Lean in and get a preview of God's plan to bind the works of evil and how that plays out in scripture's prophecy.

When we think of “evil,” we typically think of movies or stories, but the reality is, there’s nothing more evil than the devil and his demons. Pastor JD reminds us today that, Satan has an agenda, and it’s been in development for a very long time. Be careful who you believe or look up to: not everyone is trustworthy.

No one likes to be deceived; it makes us feel foolish or naïve, and nobody appreciates that. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that, more of us than not, have been deceived and continue to be deceived by the devil and his demons. They will stop at nothing to avert and distract us from the big picture, which is Christ Himself.

The older we get, the harder it gets to maintain friendships; we run short of time or energy and relationships seem to fall by the wayside. Today, however, Pastor JD reminds us that God doesn’t let you give up that easily. When He’s made a promise, He sticks to it; He’s not about to let you drift through life with His influence.

There’s a saying that goes, “you never know what you have until it’s gone.” In the same way, we often don’t know what we need until we experience it. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that Jesus can give us absolutely everything we require, and then some. If you doubt it, then it only means you haven’t experienced it for yourself.

When things are going smoothly, we’re not always willing to hear what should be different; we get comfortable and content to stay where we are. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that, it’s when we’re on edge that we start paying attention. Sometimes it takes a trial in order for someone to pay heed to what God’s trying to say.

We often think that, if we’re going through storms in our life, we must’ve screwed up somewhere along the way. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that the trials in our life, are often the will of God for our life. Sometimes we have to go through tough times in order to grow and learn and appreciate what we have.

No one likes to be deceived; it makes us feel foolish or naïve, and nobody appreciates that. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that, more of us than not, have been deceived and continue to be deceived by the devil and his demons. They will stop at nothing to avert and distract us from the big picture, which is Christ Himself.

The older we get, the harder it gets to maintain friendships; we run short of time or energy and relationships seem to fall by the wayside. Today, however, Pastor JD reminds us that God doesn’t let you give up that easily. When He’s made a promise, He sticks to it; He’s not about to let you drift through life with His influence.

While things have been looking bleak as of late – and only seem to be getting worse, according to prophecy – Pastor JD reminds us today, how God can work anything for the good. Even when something is meant for evil, God can use it for His glory. How comforting it is to know we serve a God to whom nothing is impossible.

We all know what happiness feels like, but what about joy? Joy is a pure emotion that is almost impossible to feel without a reason. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that we find our joy in the Lord. And the devil despises it! He will try everything to strip you of that joy because he knows it’s where your strength comes from.

It’s possible to walk with God and not please Him. Just like how you can have a marriage that’s unhealthy and toxic. Today, Pastor JD reminds us that our salvation is certain, but the blessings of God are contingent upon our trust in Him. If you don’t put your faith in Him, then why would He bestow blessings upon you?

Do you ever feel like you’re on God’s bad side? Sure, you’re saved, but He doesn’t seem to be in your corner. Well today, Pastor JD reminds us that, while salvation is certain, the blessings of God are conditional. If you want to walk with Christ, then trust is necessary; if there’s no trust, then you can kiss His blessings goodbye.

We’ve been in The Last Days for a while now, and things only keep spiraling. Today, Pastor JD reminds us how things have been planned and organized for quite some time now, and we – as Christians – need to be on the lookout. So many false and demonic doctrines try to worm their way into your life, and you must be mindful.

Everyone feels more comfortable when they’re in control. But what if everything that’s happened in the last five years was controlled by someone else? Today, Pastor JD reminds us how we’re all part of a plan. No matter how bad things get, God is in control. While satan does his best to distract you, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus.

We don’t often think of the Bible as being scientific, but today, Pastor JD reminds us of Noah in his time. Noah wasn’t chosen to build the ark because he was a righteous man, he was chosen because his genetics as a human was still in place. Neither he nor his family had been corrupted – like so many others – by the angels.

We have control over many things in our life, but certainly not everything. Pastor JD reminds us today that, one thing you do have control of is your salvation. Because it’s by your faith that you’re saved; your works have nothing to do with it. If you have faith and trust in God, then His grace will cover you until the end.

When you’re learning a new skill, how exciting is it when you get to a level that’s beyond beginner? When you learn the ins and outs of a trade, it becomes that much more intensive. Pastor JD reminds us today that our walk with the Lord is the same; when you really get to know Christ, you get into the hardier meat of the Bible.