3 May 2026
Bible Prophecy Update, Writing Off Of The Writing Of Bible Prophecy - Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Pastor JD explains why so many are writing off the writing of Bible prophecy specific to the sound doctrine of the pre tribulation rapture, ultimately, though not surprisingly, fulfilling this very prophecy, at this, the very end.
Pastor JD explains why so many are writing off the writing of Bible prophecy specific to the sound doctrine of the pre tribulation rapture, ultimately, thoug...
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Video Summary
[00:00:00] The video begins with an opening prayer, invoking
God’s peace, calmness, and guidance over the congregation and their ability to receive His word without obstruction. The speaker sets a tone of spiritual readiness and openness to receive a message of hope and blessing from God.
[00:00:39] The speaker welcomes the attendees both in person and online, announcing an upcoming
all-church prayer meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 5th, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. The emphasis is on communal prayer and spiritual preparation.
[00:01:15] The service format is clarified: this is the
first of two Sunday morning services. The first service focuses on
Bible prophecy, while the second service, beginning at 11:15 a.m. Hawaii time (livestreamed online starting 10:45 a.m.), involves a
verse-by-verse study of the Gospel of Mark. The current study has progressed from chapter 1 into chapter 2, specifically from verse 18 through verse 22 in this session.
[00:02:42] The sermon is titled
“Pressuring Pulling Me from Jesus,” highlighting three tactics the devil uses to
intensify pressure and distractions pulling believers away from Jesus. The speaker notes the
exponential increase in spiritual pressure as biblical prophecy unfolds and intensifies.
[00:03:38] Viewers on platforms like YouTube and Facebook are informed that today’s prophecy update will
not end the live stream on those platforms, which is unusual and may continue next week or be subject to God’s direction.
[00:04:35] The speaker discusses the
increasing rejection (writing off) of Bible prophecy, especially the
pre-tribulation rapture doctrine, noting this trend has been growing for years and is intensifying as the prophesied time approaches. This is presented as a fulfillment of prophecy itself.
[00:05:17] A reflective question is posed:
“What would the final moments before the trumpet sounds and the rapture happens look like?” The speaker suggests it would be characterized by the devil’s
intensified attacks on truth, especially the doctrine of the pre-tribulation rapture.
[00:06:12] The devil, described as the
father of lies, accuser of the brethren, and author of confusion, will focus his efforts on
discrediting the truth about Jesus and the rapture because that is the priority given the limited time he has.
[00:08:16] The speaker notes the
vicious attacks on the doctrine of the pre-tribulation rapture and invites listeners to reflect on the
significance of this focused opposition, concluding that it validates the truth of this doctrine rather than discrediting it.
[00:09:29] The speaker shares personal experience of initial concern about these attacks but explains that God gently reassured him, highlighting the importance of remaining
joyful, hopeful, and faithful despite spiritual opposition.
[00:12:04] The
“big three” spiritual qualities—
hope, joy, and faith—are emphasized as being under attack by Satan, who seeks to
steal hope, kill joy, and destroy faith. The speaker laments the success of these attacks in the church but reaffirms the centrality of Jesus and His soon return as the source of these virtues.
[00:14:20] The focus returns to the
encouragement that Jesus is coming to rapture His church before tribulation, a truth meant to strengthen believers who are weary and troubled.
[00:17:12] To reinforce this hope, the speaker reads
two key Bible prophecies from lesser-known translations to refresh their impact:
- John 14:1-3: Jesus comforts His disciples, instructing them not to let their hearts be troubled, promising that He is preparing a place for believers and will come again to take them to be with Him forever.
- The metaphor of a bridal chamber is explained, referencing the Jewish custom of the bridegroom preparing a place for his bride, illustrating the intimacy and certainty of Jesus’ promise.
[00:29:48] The speaker previews the
seven-day wedding celebration customary in Galilean culture, drawing a parallel to the
rapture as the bridegroom’s coming for His bride (the church).
[00:30:52] The speaker then reads
1 Thessalonians 4:15-18 from an unfamiliar translation, emphasizing:
- The Lord’s return with a shout, the voice of the archangel, and the trumpet call of God.
- The distinction between the trumpet of angels (for Israel) and the trumpet of God (for the church)—an important theological point.
- The dead in Christ will rise first, receiving glorified bodies, followed instantly by the living believers being “caught up” (raptured) to meet the Lord in the air.
- The event is distinct from the second coming, as believers meet Jesus in the air rather than on earth.
- The promise that believers will be with the Lord forever.
[00:39:45] The Apostle Paul’s encouragement in 1 Thessalonians is highlighted: believers are told to
encourage one another with these words, which would not be appropriate if the rapture occurred after the tribulation due to its severity.
[00:42:34] The speaker challenges listeners to consider that the
increase in attacks against Bible prophecy and the pre-tribulation rapture may actually authenticate and validate these truths, drawing an analogy to how the existence of counterfeits verifies the genuineness of something valuable.
| Concept | Explanation |
|---------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Writing off Bible prophecy | Increasing rejection of biblical eschatology, especially the rapture. |
| Devil’s focus | Concentrated attacks on the truth of Jesus and the rapture doctrine. |
| Authentication through attack | Counterfeits and attacks prove the authenticity of the genuine article.|
[00:45:32] The speaker references a
recent New York Times article titled “The Apocalypse Goes Mainstream”, noting that about
40% of American adults believe we are living in the end times. The article explores the cultural permeation of apocalyptic beliefs, including the pre-tribulation rapture.
[00:48:19] An interview excerpt is shared with Chris Jennings, a former journalist and author of a book called
“End of Days”, who is a nonbeliever but fascinated by the widespread influence of
premillennial dispensationalism—a mid-19th-century theological framework dividing history into dispensations, culminating in a tribulation and millennial kingdom.
[00:54:10] Jennings acknowledges the
popularity of apocalyptic themes in evangelical culture, fueled by books like the
Left Behind series, which present highly literalized and fictionalized end-times scenarios, making biblical prophecy seem like a
sci-fi thriller.
[00:56:05] Jennings comments that this worldview affects
American foreign policy and geopolitics, sometimes
superseding rational policy decisions because events are interpreted through the lens of prophecy fiction.
[00:57:17] The speaker reflects on his initial frustration with such dismissive attitudes but concludes that the
mocking and scoffing of prophecy just fulfills Scripture’s prediction of the last days (2 Peter 3:3-4). This realization brings renewed excitement rather than alarm.
[01:00:57] The speaker reads from
2 Peter 3:9, emphasizing God’s
patience and desire for everyone to repent and be saved, underscoring that God does not desire anyone to perish eternally.
[01:04:08] The speaker stresses the
urgent need to preach the gospel, asserting that
now is the time for salvation and offering the
“ABCs of salvation” as a practical tool to help believers share their faith.
| ABCs of Salvation | Description |
|-------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| A - Admit | Acknowledge that you are a sinner in need of a Savior (Romans 3:10, 23). |
| B - Believe | Believe in your heart that Jesus Christ is Lord and was raised from the dead (Romans 10:9).|
| C - Confess | Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord (Romans 10:9, 13). |
[01:06:51] The speaker addresses common objections, such as the misconception that one can be “good enough” and clarifies that
all have sinned and fall short. The penalty for sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ.
[01:12:35] The role of the
Holy Spirit as the tutor to lead sinners to Christ is highlighted, and the speaker emphasizes the importance of genuine belief as evidenced by a change of mind (
metanoia), synonymous with repentance.
[01:14:21] The speaker explains that
even demons believe in Jesus, but lack of repentance seals their fate, illustrating that true faith involves a
turning away from sin and toward Jesus.
[01:16:07] The upcoming Bible study will cover
Genesis chapter 3, underscoring the ongoing teaching ministry.
[01:18:39] The speaker clarifies that
repentance is not penance or works-based, but a
fruit of true faith, a turning of the mind and heart toward Jesus, fully trusting in His sacrifice.
[01:23:11] The
heart-mouth connection is emphasized from Romans 10:9:
what comes from the mouth reflects what is in the heart, and true salvation is evidenced by confessing Jesus as Lord and believing in His resurrection.
[01:24:43] The speaker shares a poignant testimony about a woman who came to faith through the ABCs of salvation shortly before her tragic death, underscoring the
urgency and eternal significance of sharing the gospel.
[01:28:07] A letter from a church member named Kelly Kemp is shared, expressing appreciation for the speaker’s passion and teaching on prophecy and the rapture. Kelly speaks candidly about grief and encouragement, reminding listeners that
grief is strange and easily triggered, but God cares and the church family supports.
[01:31:16] The video concludes with a closing prayer asking God to make the message personal and applicable, especially as believers face daily challenges, and a plea for Jesus to
come quickly to take His church home.
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Key Insights and Themes
- Increasing spiritual pressure and deception intensify as the prophesied rapture approaches, fulfilling biblical predictions of the last days.
- The doctrine of the pre-tribulation rapture is under fierce attack, which paradoxically confirms its truth and significance.
- Hope, joy, and faith are the primary spiritual virtues Satan seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, but believers are called to remain steadfast.
- The rapture is distinct from the second coming, featuring Jesus coming to “catch up” His church to the Father's house (bridal chamber).
- The Bible’s promises are unbreakable, and believers are encouraged to live expectantly and confidently.
- Cultural awareness: apocalyptic beliefs have permeated mainstream American society, influencing even government policy, often with misunderstandings.
- The ABCs of salvation provide a clear, biblical framework for sharing the gospel with others.
- The urgency of salvation is underscored by testimonies and the reminder that now is the time to believe and repent.
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Summary Table: Comparison of Trumpet Calls
| Trumpet Call | Audience | Scriptural Context | Purpose |
|-----------------------|--------------------|-------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|
| Trumpet of Angels | Israel | Biblical trumpet calls to Israel | Gathering for battle or celebration |
| Trumpet of God | The Church (Believers) | 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Rapture event | Calling church to meet Jesus in the air |
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This summary captures the heartfelt, scriptural grounded teaching presented in the video, highlighting its encouragement, prophetic insights, and practical gospel application.
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