Watching - 9/27/97

Summary

The sermon emphasizes the importance of being vigilant in three ways: inwardly watching over the needs of the church members, outwardly watching for the enemy—Satan—and upwardly watching for the return of Jesus Christ. The preacher stresses the reality of spiritual warfare, the necessity of prayer and perseverance, and the blessed hope of Christ's second coming. He encourages believers to live holy lives, be zealous for good works, and maintain faith and readiness for the Lord's return.