"We also rejoice in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces endurance." (Rom 5:3)

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. (James 1:2-3)

"And not only that, but we also rejoice in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces endurance."

Part two of one sermon, looking at the EIKON, the Image of the Beast.

Today we look at this mysterious EIKON of Bible prophecy. Part 1 of 2

Preached at Trinity Bible Church, in Merritt Island, Florida.

Preached at Trinity Bible Church in Merritt Island, Florida.

Taken from Matthew 24:1-14.

Matthew 24:1-14.

Preached at Trinity Bible Church, in Merritt Island, Florida.

Paul said that we shall not all sleep. (1 Cor 15:51)

Jesus said, "Whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die." (John 11:26)

On this program, before moving on to Rom 5:3, the Lord moved me to ask these questions.

Program 58 in our study in Romans.

Are you ready for the return of the Lord?

"...through whom we have also gained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God." (Rom 5:2)

Today we look at this phrase, "this grace in which we stand."

Religious leaders of all types have promised "access" to God, or eternal life.

But only the Lord Jesus Christ provides TRUE access to God!

"I am the door. All who enter in by Me will be saved." (John 10:9, 14:6)

"Through whom we have gained access..."