It’s not about a problem to solve, it’s about a person to follow
God is clear about what God cares about
Hang on to Hope
Embrace the Bride
Grow in Grit
March 17, 2024 • Jason Boyer • 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17, Revelation 3:10, Revelation 7:14, Matthew 24:29–31
Observation #1: Some people look the part, but lack the heart Observation #2: You can’t have a relationship with Jesus on “borrowed” faith Observation #3: A day will come when the door will shut
We have not been called to predict the future; we have been called to disciple the present. Don’t look at headlines; look at the behavior of mankind. If you’re prepared, you don’t have to be scared.
There are times when it seems like things are falling apart when in reality they are falling into place. Jesus is often cryptic to create tension that produces action The essential doctrine (belief): Jesus will return Keep Watch Be ready The Lord is not slow, he is patient If we believe his coming is imminent it has serious implications for how we live our life Responses: Peaceful anticipation Fearful apprehension Apathetic indifference