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It's becoming more clear as the days go by, that we are so so very close to the Lord's return! And today on Light on the Hill we're going to spend some time talking about how we're to live in light of the soon return of Jesus. Pastor James Kaddis says we're to remain awake, be alert, watch and be sober! That's the emphasis of his study based in First Thessalonians chapter five. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis is in an end times series, based in First and Second Thessalonians called, “Living in the Last Days.” It's exciting to think about… Jesus could return for His church at any time! But will you be ready for it, watching and sober-minded? Or will you be asleep? Like the Thessalonians we'll hear about today, we can and should live in expectation of the Lord's return. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We may wonder at times as we look around the world, “Could it get any worse?” It's good to be reminded that Jesus is coming for His church, and if you're a believer you have a glorious future with Him to look forward to. That's the perspective we need to carry through life, no matter how bad things get around us. Pastor James Kaddis will urge us to live with that understanding. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We talk about it often as believers... Jesus loves us! And it's true. But did you realize that we are to love others, as God has loved us? Today on Light on the Hill we get right back to our study of First Thessalonians, and pastor James Kaddis will spotlight verses 9-13. Lately we've been discussing how to have a life that pleases God, and as we'll learn today, loving others is a big part of that life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

If you want to know how to live, don't look to the world, but rather look to the Word. That's what we'll do today on Light on the Hill. Pastor James Kaddis is taking us through First Thessalonians right now, as part of our series, “Living in the Last Days.” And we're about to focus on chapter four. Here the apostle Paul describes the Believer's Walk. We'll learn through this study how to walk in a God-pleasing manner. We most certainly need encouragement in this area as we're bombarded with messages to go in the opposite direction in the world as we know it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Life is a gift, and when lived God's way, it's the gift that keeps on giving. When the truth, wisdom, and counsel of God is resisted, things go very bad. There's no room in our life for rebellion against God because the outcome will be catastrophic. It's time to listen and obey because there really is no other way! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

How different are we than the world around us? Perhaps some changes are in order. Today's Light on the Hill can help us with that. We're currently making our way verse by verse though First Thessalonians. And in chapter four we're given encouraging instruction on how to be truly countercultural. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

As you scan the headlines, and really consider what's going on around the world… it becomes clear… Jesus is coming very soon! The signs are all around us. Does your life reflect that reality, or like many are you being lulled to sleep spiritually? Today on Light on the Hill pastor James Kaddis reveals the appropriate response to the soon return of Christ through a study of First Thessalonians three. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Trials and persecution are a part of the Christian life. To some it's a surprise and to others a disappointment. But God can use the difficulty to expose and develop our faith. Pastor James Kaddis is making his way verse by verse through First Thessalonians. And we've come to chapter three where we learn about what encourages faith. One of those things is trials. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis is in a series called Living in the Last Days, taking us through both First and Second Thessalonians. In these unsettling times we're living in, it's a good idea to take time out to remember Jesus is coming again! If you're a believer, that should bring you tremendous comfort and hope! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Is there anything more exciting than being called by God? It confirms there's real purpose and meaning for your life. Since that's so, you'll want to know what's involved in this high calling. We're to trust the Lord, even in difficult days of persecution. That's our focus today on Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Words have great power to help, or to hurt; to comfort, or stir up trouble. It's a power that must be controlled or it'll be abused. Thankfully we don't have to wait till death to get control of this powerful instrument. We've been making our way through the book of James. James has reminded us that the world is watching us. But also, the world is listening to us! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

With all that's been going on in the Middle East many have been wondering, are these the last days? It's becoming more and more clear to us that they are. But how should we be living in them? That's the question we'll pursue today through a study of First Thessalonians chapter two. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

There is a false dichotomy that exists in the church between the clergy and the laity, that the New Testament knows nothing of. The truth is every believer in Jesus is called to share the good news. And yet some are frightened by the prospect, others are emboldened! But in both cases, the question remains how are we to minister the gospel to others? Well, we'll find out what the Scripture actually says about this today on Light on the Hill. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Too often what is seen and heard about the church and the Christian life can give the wrong impression. So, what is the Church and the Christian to be about? We'll get some answers from First Thessalonians chapter one! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We are just getting started in the book of First Thessalonians in a series we've titled, “Living in the Last Days.” And we'll inspired by the opening verses that our God has great things He wants to give His children and do in this world. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Today we resume our new series Living in the Last Days, a series through the end times. Pastor James Kaddis will be introducing us to the epistle of First Thessalonians. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Consider this a stern and heartfelt warning today on Light on the Hill…. “Watch Your Mouth! You May Start a Fire.” Our tongues can get us into big trouble and when used in a way that doesn't please God, things can go from bad to worse in a hurry. When we choose to exercise care in this area, it changes lives, including your own. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We've noticed in recent months, with all that's going on in the world, there's a noticeable hunger for studies on the end times! And so beginning today, pastor James Kaddis is going to take us through an end times series. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

A lot has been happening in the Middle East in recent months, not the least of which was the historic bombing of three Iranian nuclear facilities by the U.S. And that has led some to wonder, is this Ezekiel 38? Today on Light on the Hill pastor James Kaddis looks into this with a thought-provoking study of Ezekiel's prophecy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We're talking about what's been going on in the Middle East in recent weeks and all things Bible Prophecy today on Light on the Hill! What happens next? Could this spark a world war? Is Ezekiel 38 being fulfilled right now? We'll set out to answer all of that with the Bible as our guide! Don't miss out on this information packed study. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Today we're going to be wrapping up our series, In Spirit and in Truth. And we do so with the words of Jesus. In Matthew 22. He said, “Love the Lord God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” And then, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Pastor James Kaddis believes this perfectly capsulizes our series, and really the Christian life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

The Sadducees and Pharisees were constantly trying to test Jesus and trip Him up. Often through questions like the one we'll hear today on Light on the Hill. It was, “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment of the Law?” Jesus would take this opportunity to not only wisely answer their question, but relay to all of us a wonderful encapsulation of the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

So you say you have faith and belief in God, that's great! But today on Light on the Hill we'll discover that our actions demonstrate if the faith is real or not. In other words if you claim to have faith but your works do not accompany that, your faith is useless and dead. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis is going to visit Romans chapter eight and draw out from this passage the wonderful relationship we have with our Triune God. Through this study you'll not only see the roles of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit in your life, but also be encouraged to rely on them! As we do, amazing things happen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We're treading into some deep waters today on Light on the Hill as we discuss the trinity! You may have stayed up late into the night trying to understand what the trinity is all about. Our minds find this truth difficult to fully comprehend. And that's ok. Afterall this is God were talking about, and there are some things about Him we won't fully understand this side of heaven. But today pastor James Kaddis will take us to Romans chapter eight and point out why and how this triune God is beneficial to us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

If you'll recall, last time we were learning about what it means to be a peacemaker. In other words how to bring peace and order in the midst of chaos and disorder. We'll continue that message today, as pastor James Kaddis revisits First Kings chapter three. We're considering Solomon as a great example of a peacemaker. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

I think you'd agree, this world is full of chaos and disorder! But as pastor James Kaddis said a moment ago, the Lord can use us to bring order into the situation. And today on Light on the Hill we'll see how. We're learning how to be a peacemaker, as we return to our series, “In Spirit and in Truth.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Imagine if our President appointed you to be an Ambassador of the United States in a foreign land. I think you'd agree, that's quite an honor. But you know what's even better than that, and even a greater privilege? God Almighty has selected you to be His Personal Ambassador of the Kingdom of God. We'll spend some time talking about that on Light on the Hill, as we continue our series, In Spirit and in Truth. Pastor James Kaddis has framed his message around Romans chapter one. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We continue in the book of James here today on Light on the Hill. Chapter two speaks of faith and works! There's a long-standing debate which you might be familiar with to some degree. It concerns what is saving faith and the role of works in our salvation. Are we saved by doing good works as some would have you believe? Are we truly born again if we're not moved to action and live out our faith? Our teacher pastor James Kaddis will help us answer these critical questions right now! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

When we receive some good news, normally we can't wait to share it… with our friends and family and even through social media! But often we're reluctant to share the greatest news of all… the gospel! How can we get over that hurdle? Join us today on Light on the Hill as pastor James Kaddis shares encouragement from Romans chapter one. We won't be talking so much about how to preach the gospel, but rather the mind and heart of our evangelism. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Maybe you can relate to this experience. You went through the hardest time of your life, and years down the road you're able to look back on that time, and see how God used it in your life! Today on Light on the Hill, we'll notice how God wants to use the hardships we face to make us a better person, and someone that more resembles His Son Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

If you had to describe your life, and what's going on right now, I think it's safe to say many of us would point to a trial or two that we're experiencing. And maybe you feel like you're being steam-rolled by one right now? Here on this edition of Light on the Hill we receive great encouragement from James, who not only went through suffering himself, but he also explains why we go through them, and how to handle it too! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We come to what is a difficult subject for some, and a sore subject for others. Giving! While we realize many have been wrongly taken advantage of, even in church settings, we don't want to dismiss what God has to say about it. But rather just faithfully deliver His Word to you. As you'll see, you'll be blessed if you go along with God's will for you in this area. We're in Second Corinthians chapter nine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Here on Light on the Hill we're going to delve into the subject of giving. How much should we give, is just one among many questions pastor James Kaddis will seek to answer biblically. And we'll underscore along the way, we simply can't out-give the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We're looking at the book of James right now on the weekend edition of Light on the Hill, and today we zoom in on what God doesn't do and that's show favoritism. And what he does do… He shows mercy. We continue in chapter two with James asking three questions to help illustrate these truths. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

People today are devoted to all sorts of things… from sports, to entertainment, their job and even family. But today on Light on the Hill we'd like to encourage you to be devoted to the Lord. What does that look like? We're about to find out as we open First Thessalonians chapter five with pastor James Kaddis. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Let me ask you, when I say, Personal Devotions, what comes to your mind? Perhaps you think of the time you set aside each day to open the Bible and pray to the Lord. But today on Light on the Hill pastor James Kaddis will have us look at it in a whole new light. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Would you like to become an effective prayer warrior? If so, join us. To learn how to be effective in prayer, it's not a bad idea to study the life of Daniel. He was certainly a prayer warrior, and had an effective prayer life. And you can too if you'll implement these truths from Daniel chapter nine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Those of you who are mechanics or construction workers, I'm sure you have more tools than you can count. But I think you'd be the first to admit you need to know how to properly use those tools to get the job done. And so it is with the most important tool of prayer, that God has given us as Christians. Today on Light on the Hill we'll learn how to use it effectively, and it starts with going to the Word of God for direction. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

If you're a regular listener, you know we're all about the teaching of the Word… and for good reason. We'll discover what it can do for us through our time together in the Word today. Hebrews 4:12 describes the Bible in practical terms, and lays out some of its characteristics. By the end of our time together I think your appreciation for the Word will grow. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

There's no doubt about it we are all guilty of violating God's law, but the real question is, “Will we receive mercy?” We'll find that answer as we continue in our study in the book of James today on Light on the Hill. By the way the answer is very encouraging if you're in the right place. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We open and study the Word of God each and every day here on Light on the Hill. But how do you really know the Word can be trusted, and that it's reliable? Maybe you've had a well-meaning friend question it's reliability, or you have yourself? Join us as we look into some of the characteristics of the Bible. One of them being, it's totally reliable, and we have prophecy to prove it! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

I'm sure you gave and received quite a few gifts over the years. But I think you'd agree its kind of a bummer when we later find out the gift we gave was never used as we had hoped it would be. Today on Light on the Hill pastor James Kaddis will open First Corinthians thirteen and encourage us to use God's gifts as He wants us to. And as you'll see it involves love! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis is currently developing a series we've called, “In Spirit and in Truth.”And here in part six we're uncovering the Word and Mind of the Holy Spirit in Our Lives. Last time you may recall, pastor James was talking about the gifts God gives to His children, in order for us to be able to fulfill His calling on our lives. Now today we're going to see how we're to put these gifts to use… with love! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

We're in a series we've called, “In Spirit and In Truth.” And again we'll be discussing the mindset we're to have as we exercise the gifts of the Spirit. We learned last time that we all have an important part to play in the body of Christ. We might not be up on a stage teaching the Word or leading worship, but maybe our calling is more behind the scenes. Whatever it may be, pastor James encourages us now to seek the best gift for the call that you have from God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis will continue our series, “In Spirit and In Truth.” Here in part six, we open our Bibles to First Corinthians chapter twelve. You might recognize this chapter right away, as one of the places in scripture that describes the Spiritual Gifts. But we're going to take a different approach to the subject, and talk about the mindset behind the gifts of the Spirit. Perhaps you're under the impression that your calling from God is less significant that your pastor's calling, or the person leading worship at church. But the truth is, we all have equal importance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

In James chapter one we're reminded of the danger of being hearers only and not doers of the Word. Pastor James encourages us to put the Word into practice, in all aspects of life and ministry! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Today we get back into our series, “In Spirit and In Truth.” We're talking about the baptism of the Holy Spirit today, and if you're like a lot of people you have no idea what this is or how to experience it! Listen to today's program as it will serve to help! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis is in a series called, “In Spirit and in Truth.” And beginning today, our attention shifts to the works and attributes of the Holy Spirit. Pastor James will emphasize a wonderful experience in the life of the believer, we refer to as the baptism of the Holy Spirit. But before we get there, it's probably a good idea to get to know the Holy Spirit, and clear up some of the misunderstandings that exist. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

Pastor James Kaddis is leading us through a series called, “In Spirit and In Truth.” And here in part four the subject at hand is water baptism. Maybe you've been thinking about being baptized, but just aren't sure what it's really all about or necessary! You've picked a good day to join us, as pastor James will show us what it symbolizes. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29