Bethel Church Service | Kris Vallotton Sermon | Worship with Josh Baldwin, Jordan Colle

Main message: The church should hold an expectant, Spirit‑filled end‑times view that shapes how we live now: be ready for Christ's return, embrace an apostolic mandate to disciple and culturally transform nations, and carry restoration (healing, rebuilding cities) into everyday life.

Key points:

• What you believe about the end (eschatology) determines how you live in the middle—be ready at any time and cultivate lasting "oil" (Holy Spirit).
• Abraham’s promise (father/mother of many nations) frames the church’s mission: make disciples of nations (Great Commission) rather than an inward or fear‑based focus.
• An apostolic calling is cultural transformation—sent ones reproduce the life and values of where they were sent from into new places.
• Isaiah 61’s mandate ties personal healing and deliverance to civic renewal: saved and healed people rebuild ancient ruins and restore cities.
• Reject date‑setting/fearful speculations about the end; instead pursue Spirit empowerment, boldness, and practical kingdom work (encouragement, generosity, witness in workplaces).
• The preacher prayed for and expected tangible Holy Spirit encounters and healings as part of this present mission.

Scriptures mentioned: Romans 4:17-18, Romans 12, Genesis (1; name changes in Genesis 17), Matthew 6 (Lord’s Prayer), Matthew 28, 1 Corinthians 12, Isaiah 61:1-3, Revelation 21, Psalm 23, Colossians 1:12