Jesus Will Meet You Where You Are

Jesus teaches the importance of being spiritually prepared for His second coming. He compares it to the days of Noah and Lot, when people were caught off guard by sudden judgment because they were absorbed in their daily lives.

Pastor Chris Parker

Psalm 91 is a powerful declaration of God’s protection and care for those who trust in Him. The psalm describes the safety and refuge found in dwelling in the presence of the Almighty. It emphasizes that God shields His people from dangers, both seen and unseen, including disease, disaster, and spiritual attacks.

Elisha’s calling and early ministry reflect his deep humility and faithfulness. He willingly leaves behind wealth, family, and comfort to follow Elijah, serves with patience, and remains loyal even in testing. He doesn’t demand power or recognition but seeks God’s help to fulfill his role. Through each step—from his apprenticeship to his prophetic ministry—Elisha shows humility in placing God’s mission above personal gain and remains faithful in delivering God’s word and guidance.

Psalm 9:17 emphasizes the certainty of judgment for the wicked, stating that they will be turned into hell. This reflects God’s justice and the consequences of rejecting His ways. However, the Christian belief teaches that Jesus Christ is the only way to avoid this fate.

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego in Daniel 3 reveals their courageous refusal to worship King Nebuchadnezzar’s golden image. Despite the threat of death, they boldly declared that God could deliver them, but even if He didn’t, they would not bow (Daniel 3:16-18, KJV). Furious, Nebuchadnezzar had them thrown into a furnace heated seven times hotter, but as he looked, he saw not three but four men unharmed, with the fourth “like the Son of God” (Daniel 3:25, KJV). God’s miraculous deliverance not only preserved them but also led the king to honor their God.

This account highlights unwavering faith, showing that God is present even in life’s fiercest trials, protecting His own and bearing witness to His power.