07-17-2025 PART 2: Truth, Timing, and Trust in the Last Days

Section 1:
Dr. Dave opens the show with Expository Thursday, focusing on 2 Thessalonians and reminding listeners of the importance of not being alarmed by false teachings. Paul’s message in the passage warns against those who claim the Day of the Lord has already occurred—a deceit that causes panic and division. Dave makes it clear: the Day of the Lord has not yet come. Anyone saying otherwise, whether in the form of a prophecy, message, or forged letter, is misleading believers. This kind of confusion, Paul cautions, doesn’t just stir eschatological debate—it damages faith by inducing fear and doubt.

Section 2:
In classic style, Dr. Dave invites listeners to interact—calling, texting, emailing—with praise reports, prayer needs, or just thoughts on the topic. A playful trivia segment asks whether Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River (spoiler: the answer is “yes”). Through it all, the tone remains upbeat and relational, with listener “Gemma” calling in for a humorous and heartwarming exchange. Dr. Dave reinforces his encouragement for Christians to testify to God’s goodness and to draw closer to Him daily, never being ashamed of Christ or hesitant to serve. The DNA (Draw close, Never ashamed, Always serve) framework returns as a regular spiritual discipline.

Section 3:
Returning to 2 Thessalonians, Dr. Dave passionately warns against believers being shaken by false claims or pseudo-spiritual messages that contradict Scripture. He explains that while differing views on eschatology (pre-, post-, or amillennial) are valid and can coexist, what’s unacceptable is teaching that distorts the gospel or proclaims events that clearly haven’t occurred. Paul’s concern wasn’t disagreement—it was deception. Dave emphasizes that when Christ returns or the rapture occurs, no believer will miss it. The Lord doesn’t work in secret when it comes to His promises. In closing, Dr. Dave offers a heartfelt prayer affirming God's reliability, grace, and love, reassuring listeners that they are secure in His timing and truth.