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Introduction      What follows is an overview of future prophetic events as revealed in Scripture. It is not a comprehensive or technical analysis, but a panoramic survey designed to provide clarity and structure for understanding God's prophetic program. This presentation moves sequentially—from the Rapture of the Church to the eternal state—outlining the major movements of eschatology as understood from a literal, historical, grammatical interpretation of Scripture. Each section is grounded in key biblical passages and reflects a traditional dispensational perspective, affirming the distinctiveness of Israel and the Church and the unfolding of God's sovereign plan through both time and eternity. Readers should note that this is a bird's-eye view, intended to give the big picture. Deeper exegetical and theological treatments of these subjects are available elsewhere—but for now, we take our place as students of prophecy, watching history move steadily toward its divine consummation. Prophetic Overview      The next great event in God's prophetic program is the Rapture of the Church (John 14:1-3), which is the sudden, bodily, and upward catching away of all Church-age believers—both living and dead—to meet Christ in the air (1 Th 4:13-18; 1 Cor 15:51-53). The word Rapture—though not found in English Bibles—comes from the Latin rapturo, which translates the Greek harpazō (“to snatch away”) in 1 Thessalonians 4:17, and accurately describes the sudden catching away of believers to meet Christ in the air. This event is imminent, meaning it could occur at any moment, with no signs preceding it. It is distinct from the Second Coming and is exclusively for the Church, the body and bride of Christ (Eph 5:25-27). At the Rapture, deceased believers will be resurrected, and living believers will be instantly transformed. This marks the end of the Church Age—a mystery age not revealed in the Old Testament—and removes believers from the earth before God pours out His wrath in the Tribulation (1 Th 1:10; 5:9). The Church is promised deliverance, not participation, in the Day of the Lord (Rev 3:10). According to Fruchtenbaum: "The Church is composed of all true believers from Pentecost in Acts two until the Rapture of the Church. The Rapture excludes the Old Testament saints. It also excludes the Tribulation saints. The only saints who will be raptured are the Church saints. The Rapture passages clearly state that only those who are in Christ will partake of the Rapture."[1]      After the Rapture and while the Tribulation unfolds on earth, believers in heaven will appear before the judgment seat of Christ—also called the Bema seat—for evaluation and reward (2 Cor 5:10; Rom 14:10-12). According to Pentecost, “The believer's works are brought into judgment, called ‘the things done in his body' (2 Cor. 5:10), in order that it may be determined whether they are good or bad.”[2] This is not a judgment for sin, as all sins were fully paid for by Christ on the cross (Rom 8:1; Heb 10:14), and believers are already justified by faith (Rom 3:28; 5:1; Gal 2:16). Rather, the Bema is a judgment of the believer's service, motives, and faithfulness in the Christian life. Paul describes this as a testing of each person's work—whether it was built with gold, silver, and precious stones, or with wood, hay, and straw (1 Cor 3:12-15). Those works of eternal value, done in alignment with God's Word, empowered by the Spirit, and offered for the glory of God, will endure the fire of divine evaluation and be rewarded. Unfruitful or self-centered efforts will be burned up, resulting in loss of reward—but not loss of salvation. The Bema seat thus underscores the seriousness of our stewardship in this life and highlights the grace of God, who not only saves but also rewards His people for their faithfulness. It is here that crowns are awarded (2 Tim 4:8; 1 Pet 5:4; Jam 1:12), and the Church is made ready as the adorned bride of Christ (Rev 19:7-8).      Following the Rapture, the Tribulation period begins, a seven-year timeframe marked by divine judgment and escalating global chaos (Dan 9:27; Matt 24:4-28). According to Thomas Ice, “In this discourse [Matt 24:4-28], Jesus describes for the disciples the tribulation period. In verses 4-14, He speaks about the first half of the tribulation, and in verses 15-28, He describes the second half leading up to the second coming.”[3] The Tribulation begins with the signing of a covenant between the coming world ruler—the Antichrist—and Israel (Dan 9:27). This covenant allows Israel to resume temple worship, likely including animal sacrifices. The first half of the Tribulation (three and a half years) is marked by political deception, regional wars, famine, and limited divine judgments (Rev 6:1-8). Though catastrophic, these judgments are restrained, giving the world time to repent. Two notable events during this time include the ministry of the 144,000 sealed Jewish evangelists (Rev 7:1-8) and the rise of global religious syncretism symbolized by the harlot of Revelation 17.      Midway through the Tribulation, the Antichrist breaks his covenant with Israel, halts temple sacrifices, and sets up the abomination of desolation in the rebuilt Jewish temple, proclaiming himself to be God (Dan 9:27; Matt 24:15; 2 Th 2:3-4). This initiates the Great Tribulation, the second and more intense half of the seven-year period (Matt 24:21-22). During this time, Satan is cast down to earth with great fury (Rev 12:7-12), and the Antichrist is empowered to wage war against the saints, particularly the believing Jewish remnant and Gentile converts who refuse to worship him (Rev 13:7-10). The False Prophet promotes this global idolatry and enforces the mark of the beast (Rev 13:11-18). Despite escalating evil, God continues to offer grace through angelic proclamations (Rev 14:6-7) and the faithful witness of believers, many of whom are martyred.      As the Tribulation nears its end, a series of cataclysmic judgments intensify God's wrath: trumpet and bowl judgments devastate the environment, economy, and world population (Rev 8-9; 16). Political alliances form against Israel, setting the stage for the Battle of Armageddon. The kings of the earth, stirred by demonic influence, gather in the valley of Megiddo to destroy Jerusalem and annihilate the Jewish people (Zech 12:2-3; Rev 16:13-16). But just as it seems all hope is lost, the heavens open, and Christ returns in glory with His holy angels and glorified saints (Zech 14:1-11; Rev 19:11-16). According to Ryrie, “the second coming of Christ will occur prior to the Millennium, which will see the establishment of Christ's kingdom on this earth for a literal one thousand years.”[4] This Second Coming is visible, dramatic, and earth-shaking. Christ will personally destroy the Antichrist and the False Prophet, casting them into the lake of fire (Rev 19:19-20), and He will bind Satan in the abyss for 1,000 years (Rev 20:1-3).      At the return of Christ, the Millennial Kingdom will be established—a literal 1,000-year reign of Jesus Christ on earth, centered in Jerusalem (Rev 20:4-6). Fruchtenbaum states, “The Millennium will not begin the day immediately following the last day of the Great Tribulation because there will be a seventy-five day interval.”[5] The 75-day interval serves to cleanse and prepare the earth for Christ's Millennial reign by judging the nations, restoring order, and inaugurating millennial blessings (Dan 12:11-12; Matt 25:31-46). After that, Christ will establish His kingdom on earth. He will fulfill all Old Testament covenants with Israel, including the Abrahamic (Gen 12:1-3), Davidic (2 Sam 7:16; Psa 89:35-37; Luke 1:31-33), and New Covenants (Jer 31:31-34). Israel will be regathered, restored, and exalted among the nations (Isa 2:2-4; Zech 14:16-21). The curse on nature will be partially lifted, and peace, righteousness, and justice will characterize Christ's reign (Isa 11:1-10). Temple worship will resume, though modified, with sacrifices serving as memorials of Christ's once-for-all sacrifice (Ezek 40–48). Though Satan is bound, human beings born during the Millennium—descendants of Tribulation survivors—will still have sin natures and need salvation.      At the end of the thousand years, Satan is released for a final rebellion (Rev 20:7-9). He will deceive a vast number of people, proving that even in a perfect environment, man's sin nature still inclines him to rebel against God. Fire from heaven will consume the rebellious forces, and Satan will be cast into the lake of fire forever (Rev 20:10). Then comes the Great White Throne Judgment, where all unbelievers throughout history are resurrected, judged according to their works, and condemned to eternal separation from God in the lake of fire (Rev 20:11-15). This is not a judgment to determine salvation, but to reveal the just grounds for condemnation due to their rejection of God's provision of grace. There is no mention of the Church here, as believers were already judged at the Bema Seat following the Rapture (2 Cor 5:10; Rom 14:10).      After the final judgment, God creates a new heaven and a new earth where righteousness dwells (2 Pet 3:13; Rev 21:1). The eternal state begins, free from sin, death, pain, and sorrow. The New Jerusalem descends from heaven, adorned like a bride, and becomes the dwelling place of the redeemed (Rev 21:2-4). God's people from all ages will dwell in perfect fellowship with Him forever, enjoying His presence, His glory, and His goodness without end. There will be no temple in the New Jerusalem, for the Lord God and the Lamb are its temple (Rev 21:22). The curse is gone (Rev 22:3), the water of life flows freely, and the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. Eternity will be a time of unbroken peace, joy, service, and worship. The former things will have passed away, and the redeemed will enjoy their inheritance in the presence of their Savior forever. Summary      The prophetic Word of God unveils a majestic and ordered panorama of future events, from the imminent Rapture of the Church to the eternal state in the new heavens and new earth. Each stage—whether the Tribulation, Christ's return, the Millennial Kingdom, or the final judgment—demonstrates God's sovereign control over history and His faithfulness to fulfill every covenant and promise. For the Church, prophecy is about prediction and preparation. It reminds us that history is moving steadily toward divine consummation, and that our hope is anchored not in the shifting sands of this world, but in the unshakable promises of our returning Savior. As we await that blessed hope, we do so with confidence, vigilance, and joy, knowing that the same God who keeps His Word about the future is the same God who sustains us in the present. Come, Lord Jesus (Rev 22:20). Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div.     [1] Arnold G. Fruchtenbaum, The Footsteps of the Messiah: A Study of the Sequence of Prophetic Events, Rev. ed. (Tustin, CA: Ariel Ministries, 2003), 142. [2] J. Dwight Pentecost, Things to Come: A Study in Biblical Eschatology (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1958), 223. [3] Timothy J. Demy and Thomas Ice, Answers to Common Questions about the End Times (Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel Publications, 2011), 64. [4] Charles C. Ryrie, Basic Theology: A Popular Systematic Guide to Understanding Biblical Truth (Chicago, IL: Moody Press, 1999), 522. [5] Arnold G. Fruchtenbaum, The Footsteps of the Messiah, 361.

SERMON: THE DANGER OF UNFRUITFUL FAITHSCRIPTURE:   Hebrews 6:4-12 SERIES: HOLDING ON TO THE GREATER

#503 The Parable of the Unfruitful Tree For the video please go to www.patreon.com/faithdialogue where the videos are always free or www.faithdialogue.org 

Show #2403 Show Notes: Matthew 10:22 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2010%3A22&version=KJV Ephesians 5:11 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians%205%3A11&version=KJV ‘Reprove’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/Reprove Cornell Law Professor Says Harvard is Just a Symptom: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/05/cornell-law-professor-says-harvard-is-just-symptom/ Humanist Manifesto: https://heritage.humanists.uk/humanist-manifesto-ii-1973/ Communist Goals: https://www.ethanallen.org/45_communist_goals_from_58_years_ago Psalm 7:11 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%207%3A11&version=KJV 1 Peter 4: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20peter%204&version=KJV Dave Daubenmire, […]

This phrase, “neither barren nor unfruitful” comes from 2 Peter 1, where Peter is dealing with how we should add so many things to our faith, which is the foundation of our Christian lives. And once we do, we will be just that.

In the parable of the sower, Jesus teaches about 2 evils that are able to make a man unfruitful.Let's talk about them.

Psalm 129 (NCV)Andrew and Edwin connect and contrast Psalm 129 with the previous psalm, Psalm 128. Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=21030The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Борьба за веру-4 / Fighting for the Faith-4Послание Иуды-4Иуда 12-16I. Кто должен бороться? / Who must fight?II. За что бороться? / What to fight for?III. Почему нужно бороться? / Why must we fight?IV. С кем бороться? / Who to fight? A. Поведение мечтателей / The Behavior of Dreamers B. Дерзость мечтателей / The Insolence of Dreamers С. Трагедия мечтателей / The Tragedy of the Dreamers D. Характер мечтателей / The Character of Dreamers 1. Самолюбивы / Selfish 2. Лицемерны / Hypocritical 3. Бесплодны / Unfruitful 4. Нечестивы / Ungodly 5. Непостоянны / Unstable E. Плоды мечтателей / The Fruits of Dreamers 1. Нечестивые дела / Ungodly Deeds 2. Нечестивые слова / Ungodly Words

Pastor Will continues his series through the Book of 2 Chronicles with a message entitled "An Unfruitful Start" - 2 Chronicles 11. Other Scriptures Referenced: ​Proverbs 15:31-33, 2 Timothy 2:24-25, Matthew 16:24-25, Deuteronomy 17:17. Audio Feb 16th pm - "An Unfruitful Start" - 2 Chronicles 11.mp3File Size: 23733 kbFile Type: mp3Download File [...]

WEEK 5 - CURE FOR UNFRUITFUL HEARTS

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Dr. Harold B. Sightler preached a message entitled, "The Unfruitful Fig Tree." We hope you enjoy this classic sermon from a great preacher of the past. Visit classics.preachthebible.org for more gospel messages.

The marvel is – that although one has read the Bible over a great number of years one still comes across things one has not really taken notice of before.  The opening words of Peter's second epistle caught our attention “to those who have obtained a faith of equal standing with ours.”  The point does not stand out so much in the AV as the ESV.       How great was Peter's faith now – as he reflects back on his life's experiences.   In v.16-18 he reflects on the incredible experience on the mountain when his Master was transfigured before him and 2 fellow disciples; he declares, “we were eye witnesses of his majesty.”  Yet we know that not long after, in the panic that followed his Master's arrest, Peter's faith collapsed.      Faith is a quality that is proved by actions as we saw emphasized by James in his epistle. Those who are not conscious of the need to develop a real active faith, would not be impressed by the urgency of the words of Peter in his second epistle.  He writes, “You …having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire … make every effort to supplement your faith with …” [1 v.4,5] and there follows a list of the qualities of character which enable faith to grow.   Have a look at them! Then he says, ”if these qualities are yours and are increasing, they keep you from being ineffective or unfruitful….” [v.8]  Unfruitful in what?      Do we appreciate the point here? Peter writes of the danger of being “unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ”  But he is not talking about intellectual knowledge.  The Gk word here is epignosis and Paul uses it in Romans 1 v.28 “and since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, God gave them up to a debased mind …”       Peter uses it again in his 2nd chapter, expressing his dismay that there is no growth in their awareness of God's presence and oversight of their lives. He writes (v.20), “For if, after they have escaped the defilements of the world through the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled in them and overcome, the last state has become worse for them than the first.” (See also the next verse!)  Peter is referring to what we might term ‘heart knowledge' as distinct from ‘head knowledge.'  Both are essential, but, dare we say, ‘head knowledge' is easier!        But do not miss the point Peter makes in v.9 – what the failure of ‘heart knowledge' causes!  Such a person “is so nearsighted that he is blind, having forgotten that he was cleansed from his former sins. Therefore brothers (and sisters) be all the more diligent to make your calling and election sure, for if you practice these qualities you will never fall.” Then our faith will have some comparison to Peter's and v.11 will be true for you as it will be for him..  

What happens Christians don't pursue sanctification? Last week on All of Life for God, Pastor Conrad Mbewe reminded us of the beauty of the fruitful Christian life. This week, in his second message, Mbewe warns us of the dangers of a fruitless life and gives us pastoral counsel on how to fight it. Want to hear more from Pastor Mbewe on spiritual growth? Check out his new book, Cultivating Spiritual Growth, here. Check out Our Great Redeemer, Glorifying and Enjoying God, Spurgeon: A Life, and Paul Washer's books here Check out the Puritan Treasures for Today, Spurgeon's Sermons, the Family Worship Bible Guide, and the writings of Dr. Joel Beeke. Thank you for listening to All of Life for God by Reformation Heritage Books. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to hear more, please consider subscribing and sharing with a friend. Reformation Heritage Books is a non-profit ministry that aims to strengthen the Church through Reformed, Puritan, and experiential literature. To learn more about this ministry and how to support us, please visit rhb.org.

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WE should stand fast in the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness but instead expose them. God has called us out to stand firm against the fiery darts of the devil. 

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Send us a Text Message.Subscribe here to receive my new church history podcast every few weeks at.https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.comFor an ad-free version of the podcast plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month and also help keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free  for listeners everywhere at;patreon.com/JeremyMcCandlessThis Podcast is Hosted at;https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.comStudy Notes:Introduction: The Universality of ProblemsEveryone faces problems, often related to human relationships (friends, family, work).Problems with money, time, and relationships are common.Jesus' parting instructions to His disciples focused on relationships.Context of John 15:1-11Part of the Upper Room Discourse, transitioning from the Upper Room to the walk through the Kidron Valley.Jesus talks about relationships, particularly our relationship with Him.The Metaphor of the Vine and BranchesJohn 15:1-3: Jesus as the true vine, God as the gardener.God "prunes" fruitful branches to make them more fruitful.The Greek term for "cuts off" can also mean "lifts up," implying support and care for unfruitful branches.The Concept of PruningJohn 15:2: Pruning involves removing distractions and non-essential parts of our lives to focus on spiritual growth.Abiding in ChristJohn 15:4-9: Emphasis on the necessity of remaining in Christ to bear fruit.Without Christ, we can do nothing significant. Abiding in Christ leads to much fruit, while not abiding results in spiritual barrenness.Consequences of Not AbidingJohn 15:6: Unfruitful branches are thrown away and burned, symbolizing spiritual discipline and loss of impact.Interpretations vary: some see it as a metaphor for divine discipline rather than literal hellfire.How to Abide in ChristJohn 15:10: Obedience to Jesus' commandments is key to remaining in His love.Benefits of Abiding in ChristFruit Bearing:Becoming more like Christ and influencing others.Fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5) and winning others to Christ.Answered Prayer:Aligning prayers with God's will leads to fulfillment of those prayers.Fulfilled Purpose:Glorifying God by living as true disciples and fulfilling our purpose.Feeling Loved:Experiencing a deeper sense of God's love through obedience.Complete Joy:Full and lasting joy comes from remaining in Christ's presence.Practical ApplicationAbiding in Christ starts with aligning our lives with His teachings and commands.Pruning may feel uncomfortable but leads to greater spiritual growth and fruitfulness.Remaining connected to Christ is essential for overcoming problems and challenges.ConclusionPrioritize remaining in Christ: let His word guide, His love fill, and His joy strengthen you.Commit to staying connected to the vine, and witness God's transformative power in your life.By focusing on abiding in Christ and understanding the significaSupport the Show.Jeremy McCandless is creating podcasts and devotional resources | PatreonHelp us continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

Luke 12:42-48 Luke 13:6-9

KIB 443 – The Church and Unfruitful Works Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Large segments of the modern Church have embraced New Age doctrines on various levels.  From opening the door to a Kundalini spirit to teaching remote viewing to aspiring prophets, claims of “game-changing” abilities seem to fill the Internet.  Yet, these so-called “superpowers” have little effect on the currents of darkness that are now sweeping over the world.  At ground level, the Jezebel spirit has been so embedded into Western society that it continues to wreak havoc on families both inside the Church and the world.  It is time to return to the purity of the Word of God and the power of the Kingdom in this hour.   Dr. Michael K. Lake is the Chancellor and Founder of Biblical Life College and Seminary. He is the scholar-in-residence for the Strategic Remnant Learning Center – Biblical Life Assembly.  Dr. Lake is the author of the best-selling books “The Shinar Directive:  Preparing the Way for the Son of Perdition,” “The Sheeriyth Imperative:  Empowering the Remnant to Overcome the Gates of Hell,” “The Kingdom Priesthood: Preparing and Equipping the Remnant Priesthood for the Last Days,” and “The Kingdom Warrior: Full-Spectrum Spiritual Warfare 1.”  He is a popular speaker at national Christian conferences and is a frequent guest on many Christian TV and radio/podcast programs in North America.    Mary Lou Lake has worked side-by-side with her husband in ministry for over 40 years and is the author of the book “What Witches Don't Want Christians to Know – Expanded Edition.” 

Glory be to God! Welcome everyone to Episode #813, Season 9. **

Welcome to Grace in Focus radio. Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about John 15:6. When it talks about unfruitful branches being burned, is this about judgment or about discipline? Are there other possibilities? If believers are unfaithful or unfruitful, will they be sent to hell? Bob and Ken will offer some

3-13-23 Prayer Day Service "The Unfruitful Temple" Scripture Reading: Mark 11:12-26 Rev. Ralph A. Pontier

Pastor Henry Knox exposits Ephesians 5:11-14January 7, 2024

A new MP3 sermon from Providence Christian Fellowship is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Do not become unfruitful Subtitle: Gospel of John Speaker: Darren Newcomb Broadcaster: Providence Christian Fellowship Event: Sunday Service Date: 12/10/2023 Bible: John 15:1-11 Length: 53 min.

Summary: Against a moral backdrop much like ours, in which evil seemed ready to envelop the whole empire. Peter gave specific advice to the Christ-followers of his day. This episode examines that advice and how we can follow it in today's world. We will see that despite being disheartened by the way Evil was winning the cultural battle between Christ's kingdom of righteousness and the kingdom of darkness, Peter urges Christ-followers to fight a different battle—one that Christ has given us the resources to WIN.For Further Prayerful Thought: Why do you think Peter tries to motivate his readers to fight the battle against evil desires and supplant them with a heart like that of Jesus—by appealing that such effort guarantees that their commitment to Christ will not be INEFFECTIVE or UNFRUITFUL?Step 2 for accessing Christ's power to overcome selfish attitudes (from verse 4b) stresses that the power to partake of Christ's moral excellence comes through his precious and great promises. How can living by Christ's promises dispel the turmoil and self-preoccupation that tend to rule our hearts?Which specific promises of God stood out to you?Which selfish compulsion of you heart needs to be expelled by claiming a promise of God?For the printed version of this message click here.For a summary of topics addressed by podcast series, click here.For FREE downloadable studies on men's issues click here.To make an online contribution to enable others to hear about the podcast: (Click link and scroll down to bottom left).

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Message from Pastor Lynn on August 27, 2023

The Unfruitful Fig Tree (7/30/23) by Southwinds Church of Tracy

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29:36 – What do child sacrifice, man-on-man sex and bestiality have in common, and why are they not to be recommended? Dave in Kentucky provides the Yahwelian perspective and motivation. Also: why Canaan was not for the Canaanites, how to avoid food poisoning without understanding it, practical jokes to play on the deaf and the […]

Jim Fleming | 2 Peter 1:1–11

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Ephesians 5:8-13 — How does one know if they are a born-again Christian? What are some ways they can test their lives to see if they have been saved? What are the manifestations of darkness and why should one know them? In this sermon on Ephesians 5:8–13 titled “Unfruitful Works of Darkness,” Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones walks through a standard against which Christians can measure their lives, teaching that it is important to know these so that they can see whether or not they are producing the fruit that stems from being a follower of Christ and being changed by the Holy Spirit. The first manifestation is the mind—those who are in darkness are ignorant of God and the truth about themselves and the state of their souls. They deny that their sin is grievous enough to separate them from God, and they don't see the need to submit their lives to the authority of Jesus Christ. Another manifestation is the will. Many people today are trying to make the world a better place— they see all the crime in the world and think that it will be fixed with more money or success. However, dealing with unrighteousness without addressing the underlying ungodliness will avail nothing; the foundational issue must be fixed in order to see change. This is what needs to be repaired in order for the world to be a better place.

Judges 13-14:4 // The story of Samson. When we first are introduced to Samson, we are told about his mother. However, she is never named. Yet we have confidence that she was not unknown to God. God sees us, knows us, and loves us. Psalm 139:1-6. Samson's mother was barren before she gave birth to her son. When we consider fruitfulness is our lives – we must remember that it is expected however seasons are normal. Barrenness is not death. What brings unfruitful character in our lives? Anxieties, cares, pursuing riches, and our desire for comfort and convenience. Our calling is to be rooted and grounded in God's love, to abide in Him and so to avoid a life of trying harder. Rest in the Lord.

In this episode of Steadfast Hope, Dr. Lawson breaks down  John 15:6. **Follow me on social media:Instagram: @drstevenjlawsonInstagram: @onepassionministriesTwitter: @DrStevenJLawsonTwitter: @1PassionWebsite: OnePassion.org