Drawing from 2 Timothy 3, Pastor Jack King paints a stark picture of "perilous times," a phrase he believes accurately describes our modern world. He argues that a societal push against God has opened the door for a return of demonic forces, a pattern seen throughout history in periods of spiritual decline. King links this spiritual darkness to the visible increase in violence, crime, and a profound lack of natural affection that he observes in society.
To combat this spiritual darkness, Pastor King offers a message of hope, rooted in the power of the Holy Spirit and the authority given to believers. He makes several key points:
-- Spiritual Revelation is Found in Christ: Pastor King highlights the story of Nicodemus, who came to Jesus seeking to understand miracles. Jesus' response—"You must be born again"—was a revelation that true power and understanding of the miraculous are not carnal but spiritual. This spiritual rebirth opens our eyes to the things of God and is the only way to transform a heart hardened by sin.
-- A Bold Church is Needed for Revival: King states that revival happens when individuals are transformed by the Gospel. The church's role is to be bold in proclaiming the Word of God, even if it offends people, because a temporary offense can lead to eternal salvation.
-- The Church Has Prevailing Power: Although the enemy comes "like a roaring lion," Pastor King reminds listeners that he is a chained lion with limited power. Believers, on the other hand, have "all-prevailing power" through Christ. The challenge is that the church often fails to realize and exercise this authority.
-- Hatred is a Mark of Defilement: The message concludes by referencing Titus 1:15, "Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled." Pastor King links this spiritual defilement to the hatred and cruelty seen in the world, arguing that those who commit such acts do not love themselves.
Scriptures for Further Study
-- 2 Timothy 3:1-5
-- Titus 1:15
-- Matthew 16:13-18
-- Mark 2:1-12
This is episode 097.
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