In Spirit & Truth

Would you say that others describe you as approachable, friendly, or inviting? Or do people tend to think of you as intimidating, stern, or perhaps even a little bit on the rude side? In today's message, Pastor JD reflects on the attractiveness of kind, gentle, and approachable individuals. Now, be sure to stay with us after today's message to hear how you can get your own copy of today's broadcast, subscribe to the In Spirit and Truth Podcast, or download the In Spirit and Truth iPhone or Android App. But, for now here's Pastor JD in the book of Proverbs chapter 19 with today's edition of In Spirit and Truth.

Chances are that you're familiar with the term “little white lie.” This term is to suggest that small lies aren't really that big of a deal. However, the Bible has something very different to say about lies. In today's message, Pastor JD will teach you the importance of telling the truth, no matter the repercussions.

Good friends are hard to find and as we get older, it seems to become even more difficult. Today, Pastor JD discusses the importance of true friendship and communion with one other. It’s not about the quantity, but the quality. Don’t be discouraged if your friends are few, because you have the greatest friend of all in Christ.

When things turn into a mess, it’s easy to blame everyone but yourself. We always think, “I couldn’t possibly have caused this disaster.” But Pastor JD is here to remind us today that often times, our attitude brings about our ruin. If you maintain a mindset of pride, whatever follows after will only be destructive.

If you know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, Pastor JD encourages you today, to move everyone, everyday a little closer to God. Don’t be the weak link in the chain on someone’s road to discovery. If you have even a tiny window of an opening to share Jesus with someone, take it. Their future eternity depends on it.

In today’s update, Pastor JD reminds you that you are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, who loves you. All people were made to worship. If you don’t worship God, you’ll worship other things that will never satisfy your longing. Turn away from the things you’re worshipping and turn toward your maker, God.

Have you ever gotten so caught up in speaking that you said something you didn’t mean? Maybe it wasn’t unkind but still, you couldn’t control your tongue. Pastor JD talks to us today about how powerful our words are; they can bring blessings or ruin. Before you speak, think hard about the words you want to voice.

Do you ever feel like you don’t make enough of an impact to make any difference? Pastor JD is here today to remind us that, we have the power to cause God delighted, as well as despair. Everything you do, God sees. He loves you and wants the best for you and when you follow Him, you bring delight to His heart.

Are you one of those people who needs to make sure everyone knows you’re right? God’s not like that. Pastor JD talks to us today about how God won’t force you to do anything. If it’s your desire to be sinful, it’ll make Him sad but He won’t stop you. But if you want God to work in your life, you must be open to the change.

It can be hard to admit to your faults. Pastor JD reminds us today that, the ‘best you’ is not your goal but rather, ‘being like Jesus’ should be your objective. Be open to criticism when it’s given in love. Take heed of advice – don’t get angry about it – and do your best to continually grow and become more like Him.

Pastor JD’s Bible prophecy updates are getting more specific as the weeks pass and the second coming of Christ draws near. He is more certain than ever that Jesus’s return is imminent. He also believes that the mark of the beast will come in the form of a mandatory COVID vaccination. Turn to Christ and be saved today!

It’s said that Christians lose their lives to gain Christ. What does that mean? Today, Pastor JD explains that when you receive Christ as your Savior, this world is no longer the most important thing to you. You understand that no matter what happens, there is eternity awaiting. Have you made the decision to gain Christ?

Sometimes we get our priorities horribly mixed up. Some people believe that family pride is all that matters. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that pride for the sake of ourselves, is folly and it only leads to failure. If you want to be wise in your ways, humble yourself; follow Jesus and set your priorities in a way that He would.

Sometimes we think we’re so smart; we pray and pray and wonder why in the world God doesn’t answer them because they only make sense! But Pastor JD is here to remind us today that, we don’t know everything. God knows infinitely more than you and He won’t answer your prayer when He knows it’ll bring about destruction.

Do you ever restrain yourself in your prayers because you think you dream too big? Pastor JD reminds us today that there is nothing too big for God. He’s promised to answer every prayer, if it’s for your good and His glory. Cry out to Him for anything at all; He wants to bless you and show you how capable He is.

Have you ever loved someone unconditionally? You want the very best for them no matter what. Pastor JD reminds us today that that’s how God feels about us. He will allow you to go through trials – in order that you may grow – but He will never push you past your breaking point. He loves you too much to watch you fall.

Today, Pastor JD encourages you to do your own research regarding the information he teaches over. Don’t just take his word for it. He receives emails from online members with current articles for him to study. Each week JD puts his heart and soul into these updates for the sake of Christ and getting the truth out there.

Today, Pastor JD reiterates the words of the Apostle Paul regarding losing your life for the sake of Christ. If you love your life on this earth, you’re holding tight to something that can’t last. When you accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, you give up your life and put all your hope in Him. Where is your hope?

Feelings are often based entirely on circumstance. Today, Pastor JD encourages us to not follow our emotions so closely. If you have the Lord in your heart, it should be filled with joy. No matter your circumstances, no matter how you’re feeling, you should be able to act and respond in a way that gives God all the glory.

Have you ever said something you regretted, so you try to make up for it by being extra sweet? Pastor JD teaches us today, that the wicked will do their best to overcompensate for their evil deeds, but there’s nothing outside of God’s grace that can save us. Own up to your mistakes and humbly ask for forgiveness.

In today’s society, anxiety is an issue for almost everyone. Today, Pastor JD talks about how worry stresses our immune system as well as our spirituality. Don’t let the anxiety get to you; find comfort in knowing you are loved and protected by an all-powerful God who wants to spend the rest of eternity with you.

Many people find their happiness in earthly things that won’t last. Pastor JD talks to us today about how the Joy of the Lord is our strength. The devil – through people as well as in your mind – will try to lessen you and take your joy away. Don’t let him! That joy you find in Jesus is the strongest thing you’ll ever know.

Today’s prophecy update is focused on biotechnology, the Coronavirus, and the expected mandatory vaccinations which are currently being manufactured. Pastor JD explains why he’ll never get the vaccine, but also encourages you that he doesn’t think the vaccine is the mark of the beast. That is yet to come.

Today, Pastor JD explicitly reminds us that he doesn’t claim to know the exact date of Jesus’ return. However, his question for those who have yet to accept Christ as their Savior is, “Why not err on the side that Christ is coming soon?” Even if JD is wrong about its imminence, is it worth your future eternity to be wishy-washy?