Message from Pastor Jim 11/10/2025

Dear Friends,

Some of Jesus’ disciples were admiring the beauty of the temple — the shining stones, the gold decorations, the grand design. They were impressed. Then Jesus, in His usual fashion of surprising people, said something like:

“Enjoy it while you can — it’s all coming down someday.”

Talk about a conversation stopper!

But Jesus wasn’t just predicting the temple’s fall; He was preparing His friends for life when everything else feels like it’s falling apart too. He told them there would be wars, earthquakes, famines, and persecutions — and then added, “But don’t be afraid.”

Easier said than done, right?

We’ve all had “temple moments” — times when something we thought was solid starts to shake. Jobs change. Health fails. Relationships crack. Even faith can wobble when life gets loud.

But Jesus wasn’t trying to scare His disciples; He was teaching them how to stand steady when the ground moves.
He said, “By your endurance, you will gain your souls.” (Luke 21:19)

In other words: hold on, even when the headlines sound scary. God’s still writing the story.

Notice that Jesus didn’t promise His followers an easy road — He promised His presence.

He said, “I will give you words and wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to contradict.”

That means when you’re under pressure — when you’re not sure what to say, what to do, or how to keep going — God will meet you right there with grace and guidance.

It’s almost as if Jesus was saying: “Don’t panic. Just keep showing up. I’ll handle the hard parts.”

Endurance in the Christian life isn’t about gritting your teeth — it’s about trusting the One who already overcame.
And sometimes, faith looks a little less like sprinting and a little more like steady walking — one step, one prayer, one act of kindness at a time.

So when the world feels uncertain, remember: the temple may fall, but the Kingdom still stands.

Friends, this week, don’t be afraid of the news or the noise. Just hold steady. God’s still in control, and He’s not done with your story yet.

Grace and peace,

Pastor Jim