Shining Light in the Last of Days

In today's gathering, we explored the profound reality of living in the "last of the last days," a period marked by increasing darkness but also the promise of God's light shining brighter than ever. This era, which began with the resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ, will culminate in His return. As we navigate these times, we are reminded of the vision given to Pastor David Wilkerson that Times Square Church would serve as a lighthouse, its beam reaching further as the world grows darker. This vision is being realized as the church's message reaches homes and hearts worldwide, even in places where faith is met with severe persecution.

We reflected on the challenges of these last days, characterized by lawlessness, confusion, and a rebellion against God's truth. Yet, amidst this chaos, there is a divine promise: God will pour out His Spirit on all flesh. This outpouring will empower believers to stand firm, prophesy, and declare truth with boldness. It is a call to live not just for ourselves but for the benefit of others, embodying the love and power of Christ in a world desperate for hope.

The sermon emphasized the importance of being prepared, drawing from past experiences where the church was ready to respond to crises with strength and faith. We are encouraged to praise God even in the wilderness, trusting that He is leading us to His promises. As we face the increasing darkness, we are called to gather at the banner of the cross, where victory was won, and to be filled anew with the Holy Spirit.

In these last days, we are not God's plan B; we are His chosen vessels to carry His light into the world. This generation, though visually oriented and often distracted, will read the presence of God in our lives. As we come together, empowered by the Spirit, we become a force that can move mountains of confusion and bring many to salvation. Let us open our hearts to the Holy Spirit, desiring His presence not for our comfort but for the sake of those who need to know Christ.

Key Takeaways

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  2. The Promise of the Spirit: God promises to pour out His Spirit on all flesh in these last days. This outpouring will enable us to prophesy, see visions, and dream dreams, equipping us to stand against the flood of evil. We are called to gather at the banner of the cross, where victory was won, and to be filled anew with the Holy Spirit.
  
  3. A Call to Praise in the Wilderness: Even in times of uncertainty and wilderness, we are encouraged to praise God, trusting that He is leading us to His promises. Our faith and praise in difficult times prepare us to be a light to others, demonstrating the power and love of Christ in a world desperate for hope.
  
  4. Empowered for Others: Christianity is about living for the benefit of others, not just for ourselves. We are called to embody the love and power of Christ, reaching out to those in need and bringing them into the land of God's promise. Our lives should reflect the presence of God, drawing others to Him.
  
  5. A Visual Generation: This generation is visually oriented and often distracted, but they will read the presence of God in our lives. As we come together, empowered by the Spirit, we become a force that can move mountains of confusion and bring many to salvation. Let us open our hearts to the Holy Spirit, desiring His presence for the sake of those who need to know Christ.
  
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Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [00:11] - Introduction and Gratitude
• [01:06] - The Weight of the Pulpit
• [01:34] - Vision of Times Square Church
• [02:28] - Global Reach and Persecution
• [03:10] - Mission to Nigeria
• [03:52] - The Last of the Last Days
• [04:38] - Preparing for Crisis
• [06:29] - Promise of the Last Days
• [08:02] - God's Word Shall Come to Pass
• [09:12] - The Final Rebellion
• [11:30] - Increase in Lawlessness
• [13:40] - The Lawless One Revealed
• [15:53] - Perilous Times Described
• [18:06] - Praising God in the Wilderness
• [19:33] - Imitation of God's Power
• [21:40] - Challenges to Family and Faith
• [25:28] - The Lord Enters the Fight
• [26:12] - Outpouring of the Spirit
• [28:09] - Dreaming Dreams and Seeing Visions
• [31:41] - A Visual Generation
• [34:16] - Whoever Calls on the Lord
• [36:24] - Confidence in God
• [38:11] - Crying Out for the Holy Spirit
• [41:34] - Invitation to the Altar

1. Acts 2:17-21
2. 2 Timothy 3:1-5
3. Isaiah 59:19

1. According to Acts 2:17-21, what are the signs that God will pour out His Spirit in the last days? How does this relate to the promise mentioned in the sermon? [26:12]
2. In 2 Timothy 3:1-5, what characteristics are described as prevalent in the last days? How do these characteristics reflect the current state of the world as discussed in the sermon? [15:53]
3. Isaiah 59:19 mentions a standard being raised when the enemy comes in like a flood. How does the sermon describe this standard, and what is its significance for believers today? [25:28]
4. The sermon mentions a vision given to Pastor David Wilkerson about Times Square Church being a lighthouse. How is this vision being realized according to the sermon? [01:34]

1. How does the promise of the Holy Spirit's outpouring in Acts 2:17-21 empower believers to stand firm in their faith during the last days? What does this empowerment look like practically? [26:12]
2. The sermon describes a world increasingly marked by lawlessness and rebellion against God's truth. How does 2 Timothy 3:1-5 help us understand the challenges believers face in such a world? [15:53]
3. In what ways does the sermon suggest believers can be a light in the increasing darkness of the last days? How does this align with the imagery of a lighthouse mentioned in the sermon? [01:34]
4. The sermon emphasizes the importance of praising God even in the wilderness. How does this practice prepare believers to be a light to others, according to the sermon? [18:06]

1. Reflect on the promise of the Holy Spirit's outpouring. How can you actively seek to be filled with the Holy Spirit in your daily life, not just for personal comfort but for the benefit of others? [26:12]
2. The sermon highlights the importance of being prepared for crises. What steps can you take to ensure you are spiritually ready to respond to challenges with strength and faith? [04:38]
3. In what ways can you embody the love and power of Christ in your community, especially in a world that is visually oriented and often distracted? How can your life reflect the presence of God to those around you? [31:41]
4. The sermon calls believers to praise God in the wilderness. Can you identify a current "wilderness" experience in your life? How can you practice praising God in the midst of it? [18:06]
5. Consider the vision of Times Square Church as a lighthouse. How can you contribute to your church's mission of being a beacon of hope and truth in your community and beyond? [01:34]
6. The sermon mentions the importance of living for the benefit of others. Identify one person in your life who is in need of hope. What specific action can you take this week to reach out to them with the love of Christ? [19:02]
7. How can you open your heart to the Holy Spirit's leading, especially in areas of your life where you may be resistant to change? What practical steps can you take to be more receptive to His guidance? [38:11]