Watch out for the Old Prophet! (1 Kings 13) Bible Conference 2026

Prayer: The Believer's Secret Weapon (Ephesians 6:18-20) Bible Conference 2026

Prayer is as vital to the Christian soldier in battle as any other piece of armour. In fact, it is arguably the key piece of the soldier's armour, for without it the other pieces are largely powerless. In this message, we study this most powerful weapon in the Christian's arsenal.

Watch out for the Old Prophet! (1 Kings 13) Bible Conference 2026

This sermon warns believers against the spiritual dangers of apostasy, specifically highlighting the deceptive influence of compromised older leaders. Using the narrative of 1 Kings 13 [https://www.blueletterbible.org/search/preSearch.cfm?Criteria=1Kings+13&t=KJV], the preacher contrasts a faithful young man of God with an old prophet who abandons biblical truth for comfort and deception. The message emphasizes that neutrality in the face of error is dangerous and that even respected figures can lead others astray through subtle lies. It urges the congregation to remain separated from worldly systems and to hold firmly to Scripture regardless of social pressure or seniority. Ultimately, it calls for unwavering faithfulness to God's Word as the only path to spiritual safety and a blessed legacy.

The Believers Worship (Jude verses 24-25) Bible Conference 2026

We come now to the concluding doxology in Jude. These verses highlight another vital principle for Christian living amid apostasy – worship! Jude concludes by turning our eyes heavenward to our Indescribable, Almighty God who is able to preserve and keep us. Remember that these words shine as a beam of pure light against the dark backdrop of apostates and their vile teachings and practices.

The Believers Witness (Jude verses 22-23) Bible Conference 2026

These verses describe passionate, fervent Evangelism. The apostasy of the hour does not call for reducing our efforts in Evangelism. It calls for us to increase our efforts in Evangelism! The lateness of the hour should produce a sense of urgency in the believer's heart.

The Believers Walk (Jude verses 20-21) Bible Conference 2026

We are now in the second major section of the Epistle of Jude. The whole Epistle is an exhortation to believers (see v. 3), but Jude now turns his attention from describing and denouncing the apostates to exhorting believers on how they are to live in the midst of apostasy. These verses show the believer's life in sharp contrast to the apostates warned of in the first section of the book. To survive the onslaught of apostasy, we need the right kind of walk. This is the Divine survival manual for navigating the spiritual dangers we face. Note four essential principles for our walk in an apostate age.