Harris Creek Baptist Church The Return of Christ
May 18, 2025
Pastor JP emphasizes the urgency of anticipating Christ's return, urging believers to let grace guide their choices and reject worldly distractions. He explores how the promise of eternity can reshape our priorities, contrasting immediate desires with eternal significance. Listeners are encouraged to live purposefully, actively engage in good deeds, and help others prepare for Christ's return. Humor and personal anecdotes make the message relatable, highlighting the joy and readiness that comes from living in faithful expectation.
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Childhood Classroom Chaos Restored
- Pastor JP recounts a fourth-grade classroom paper fight while the teacher was away.
- The teacher returned silently, restoring order by just standing in the doorway.
Wakefulness for Christ's Return
- The Bible urgently admonishes believers to stay awake and be alert for Jesus' return.
- Jesus seeks a watchful bride, not a sleepy crowd, at His coming.
Grace Trains Us to Say No
- Grace not only saves but also trains us to reject ungodliness and live godly lives.
- Knowing we have a future inheritance empowers us to say no to worldly passions now.