The Trumpet Will Sound

When Jesus healed on sabbath days, it infuriated the legalists who had twisted the true meaning of the sabbath to a point God never intended. Jesus answered them, “My Father works up until now, and I work” (John 5:17). In other words, God never stops working for the rules and opinions of men. Later, as Jesus walked through Herod’s district, certain men came to Him saying, “Get out and depart from here: for Herod will kill you.” Jesus answered, “Go tell that fox: Behold, I a

The Bible tells us that “government” is God’s design… “Let every soul be subject to the higher authorities. For there is no authority but from God: the authorities that exist are appointed by God” (Romans 13:1). God appointed these rulers to reflect His code of ethics… “not to terrify those working good, but those working evil” (Romans 13:3). Having the freedom to hold elections for our rulers is a God-given right and responsibility. But we’re all feeling tired of the teete

Jesus told a parable regarding late workers into His Kingdom. He said the Landowner “went out early in the morning to hire laborers into His vineyard.” In Jesus’ day, the workday began at 6 am and ended at 6 pm. He hired workers at dawn (6 am), the third hour (9 am), the sixth hour (noon), the ninth hour (3 pm), and He even hired late comers at the 11th hour (5 pm). No one needs to wonder whether Christ will welcome them into salvation at the late hour of their lives, or th

A missionary had come home for a visit from the Philippines and shared something unique about the Believers there. War had been a problem for the last ten years with Islamic militias taking over certain islands. But in spite of the threat, the Christians continued to gather to learn the Word and to pray. But their prayers were different! In America, prayer meetings are often pleas for the pain to stop, the disease to be healed, or the conflict to end peacefully, but in the

In the book of Revelation (17:15), we are told what the “waters” represent… “The waters that you (John) saw, where the prostitute is seated, are peoples and multitudes and nations and languages.” Take note, that the prostitute, also known as Babylon the Great, is seated upon the vast “waters” of the nations of the world. It represents global influence and control over the nations. With one glance at the world’s news, you don’t have to wonder if the prostitute is alive and

God has always made sure that His Word and His will was known, from generation to generation, first through creation, then chosen vessels (prophets), that faithfully delivered His Word to the people. And then through His Holy written Word. How blessed we are to live in a day and age when the living Word of God is in our hands and homes for us to read anytime. But we have to be in it. It is the Word of God that changes lives, not a new group of peers or a friendlier church;

“And we know that the Son of God has come, and has given us an understanding, that we many know Him who is true, and we are in Him who is true, even in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life” (1 John 5:20). Jesus has shown the world what God is like. God has not left us with questions. Jesus declared publicly, to those watching His miracles and hearing His teachings, “I and My Father are one,” meaning, they are the same in character and conduct. Jesus

“Who is this that comes from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? This One who is glorious in His apparel, travelling in the greatness of His strength?” “I, who speak in righteousness, mighty to save” (Isaiah 63:1). “Who is this?” … We’ve heard this question before. As Jesus healed the paralyzed man, He saw their faith and said, “Man, your sins are forgiven you.” And the scribes and Pharisees began to reason, saying, “Who is this who speaks blasphemies? Who can forgive si

The Word of God assures Believers (the Bride of Christ) that we are “being guarded (garrisoned) by the power of God through faith, for (the completion of our) salvation ready to be revealed in the last time” (1 Peter 1:5). Not only do we have this outward guard, we are given an inward guard… “Be anxious for nothing; but in everything, through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all underst

“For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified… that your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God” (1 Corinthians 2:4). There is no balm for the weary heart like the love, power, and wisdom of God. All of which are revealed by the Cross of Christ. He was the Lamb “slain from the foundation of the world” because God loved us before the foundation of the world. Nothing, not years, enemies, or trials, can sep

As Europe continues to grapple with the rise of Islam, fear and hopelessness is taking root. People keep making comments that they no longer recognize their country; that they know they need to move, but where? And they fear for their children’s future. Do we recognize that this desperation is the groundwork being laid for the rise of the antichrist? In the 1950’s, Paul Henry Spaak, a former Prime Minister of Belgium, made a statement that is even more true today… “What we

Nestled into the pages of Scripture are nuggets of truth that are as unchanging as gravity and as piercing as the sword of God’s Word. These truths are to be taken soberly, and fearfully, because God does not say something just to sound strong. He means it! “The Day of the Lord is near for all nations. As you have done, it will be done unto you; your deeds will return upon your own head” (Obadiah 1:15). And… “Whatever you have done to the least of these (a term used for th

The Bible tells us of a time that ALL that is designed by God will come under attack. The three main biblical institutions of the church, the family, and the government are all under fire. Satan knows he can’t destroy God - he’s already tried, but he knows he can destroy the institutions God created for our good and that is where the war is. We are watching the rise of Islam sweep across Europe, lighting everything on fire and boasting that Europe is now Islamic. Christian

“Thus says the Lord: In a time of favor have I heard You, and in a day of salvation have I helped You: and I will preserve You, and give You for a Covenant of the people, to establish the earth…” (Isaiah 49:8). This is the Father’s answer to Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus’ death and resurrection would open the door of the New Covenant, for all people, to “establish the earth.” While people today are working to “destroy the earth,” the promise to all thos

Ancient Babylon considered itself impenetrable. The city massive fortified walls, with 100 brass two-leaved gates, 25 on each side, bolted with iron bars. Babylon prided itself that nothing, and no one, could enter. But God told the Israelite captives that he would release them after 70 years in captivity and restore them to the land. Babylon mocked. But God had his eye on a Persian king… “This is what the Lord says to His anointed (king), to Cyrus, whose right hand I have

Today is the day God called Noah and his family into the Ark, seven days before the Flood hit. It took Noah 120 years to build the Ark and the Bible says, “The longsuffering of God waited, while the Ark was being prepared” (1 Peter 4:20). Longsuffering means “slow to wrath,” and we’re told the reason… “The Lord is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance” (2 Peter 3:9). Within 1,656 years from Creation, God’s as

Investigators have revealed there are over 48 anarchist and terrorist groups who have united to fuel the rioting across Europe. Their goal is to make it global. While we watch this masked militia “steal, kill, and destroy,” the Lord reminds us of three things that will take place at Christ’s return… 1. Their raging will end in futility: “Yet the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.” 2. Jesus Himself will stop the

We spend so much of our lives looking forward, anticipating needs, trying to see trouble before it arises and countering it… but the Bible encourages us to also look back and see if we are making a difference. Mordecai’s words to Esther were gripping, “Perhaps you have been brought to the kingdom for such a time as this” (Esther 4:14). She acted in courage and bravery when the system threatened death. When people look back at history they see she acted correctly, to save a

To sanctify something is to set it apart for a special purpose. How do we do that with our minds when the world is bombarding our senses each day? The Scriptures give us clear guidelines… “Set your minds on things Above, not on things of this world” (Colossians 3:2). This is our mental compass. Just like the ship that is tossed and beaten in the dark, stormy night, its compass keeps it headed for home. Likewise, living for Christ, investing in our personal spiritual growth

The Jews of Goshen obeyed the instructions of God, given through Moses, and applied the blood of the lamb to the doorposts of their homes in order that the death angel would see it and pass over. To be saved from the evil of their day wasn’t found in wealth, status or how popular they were, but only those found covered in the blood of the perfect lamb would be spared. Here we sit three millennia later, and this principle is the bedrock of our safety and security in a crooke