In Spirit & Truth

Is there a King Uzziah in your life? Someone who keeps you from focusing on the throne of God? In today's message, Pastor JD challenges you to give God the rightful place in your life and in your heart. Isaiah had a great calling placed on his life once he looked to God's throne. What may the Lord be calling you to today?

What is the Lord calling you to? In today's message, Pastor JD teaches on the commission placed on Isaiah's life by the Lord. “Here am I, send me!” was Isaiah's response. How will you respond to what God is calling you to? Consider following Isaiah's example and wholeheartedly accept what the Lord has in store for you.

Have you ever put someone in the place of God? In today's message, Pastor JD shares that Isaiah did. After King Uzziah died, Isaiah was finally able to look beyond his shortsighted view of an earthly throne, to see the Lord seated on the heavenly throne. Seek to give God His rightful place in your life today.

Are you easily offended? It’s hard to walk through life when you take every little thing that people say, personally. Pastor JD reminds us in today’s update, that we can’t water down the Gospel – so as not to offend. If you’re not aware of your need for a savior, then you need the offense of the Gospel more than anyone.

We can all be overconfident at times. Occasionally, it works to our benefit, but Pastor JD reminds us in his update today, how our pride can get in the way, leaving no room for Jesus. We want to be driven towards the cross by our humility; we don’t want to be caught off-guard or unaware, especially so close to the Lord’s return.

When we hope for things, our discernment often flies out the window. Today, Pastor JD reminds us how important it is – especially today – to be discerning of the people and things happening around us. Things are bad and they will only get worse. Let’s not get caught with our hands in our pockets, looking at the ground.

Today, Pastor JD wants you to know, that God doesn't turn a blind eye to sin. You can't blame your sin on the devil. You can't blame it on your poor upbringing, or a generational curse, or anything else; only yourself. If you're born again, you are a new creation, and those things no longer hold power over you.

In his message, today, Pastor JD reminds you, that God is sovereign. Jesus came proclaiming the Kingdom of God. The Kingdom of God, is the Spirit of Jesus, ruling in your heart. But, to realize the great good of His rule, you must humbly submit to His reign. Allow Him to teach and discipline you, for your good.

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.