We learned that this is actually a Hebrew idiom, a figure of speech. So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him”.įor those of you who read my last devotional, The Search for Truth, you know that we studied Matthew 24:36, which stated that no one knows the day or hour of Christ’s return to earth. But understand this: If the owner of the house had known at what time of night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. This verse as well as Matthew 24:42-44 (and other passages) are cited to defend the viewpoint that no one will know when He will return: Most of my extra-biblical resources interpret this saying at face value. I have to say that I had a difficult time finding the origin or meaning of this saying, the analogy that Jesus will return “ like a thief in the night”. Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you,įor you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. Do we take this at face value or is it an idiom? Please join us in praying that God's messages will continue to penetrate the hearts of young and old. In fact, every country in the world except for one has visited LWF.org. Rogers preached overseas crusades in Taiwan, South Korea, Israel, Russia, Romania, and in Central and South America.Įven though the Lord called him home in 2005, his messages of "Come To Jesus" are still reaching around the world. Bush in the White House on the National Day of Prayer for America.ĭr. He visited and had the privilege of sharing the platform with President George W. Rogers was active in national leadership and personally consulted and prayed with five presidents of the United States. Rogers was honored to be inducted into the prestigious Hall of Fame by the National Religious Broadcasters.ĭr.
You can find LWF declaring the Gospel and changing lives in more than 150 countries around the world. The sun never sets on this ministry which is broadcast on radio, television, and the Internet. Rogers was the founder and Bible teacher of Love Worth Finding, an internationally syndicated television and radio ministry. Rogers’ ministry became even more evident with the birth of Love Worth Finding Ministries in 1987. And Adrian Rogers was a leader in his denomination, serving three terms as president of the Southern Baptist Convention. Under his pastoral leadership, Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee, grew from 9,000 members in 1972 to more than 29,000 at his retirement in 2005. The recipient of many honors and awards, the trophy he treasured most was one presented to him by his children one Father’s Day in which he was proclaimed The World’s Greatest Dad. Rogers often said his greatest joy centered in his relationship to Jesus Christ, his wife and family, and the church he pastored. He was a devoted family man - husband to his childhood sweetheart Joyce, father to four children, grandfather to nine, and great-grandfather to six. For over fifty years, he consistently presented the Good News of Jesus Christ with strong conviction, compassion,and integrity.
Known for his evangelistic zeal and uncompromising commitment to the Word of God, Adrian Rogers was one of the greatest preachers, respected Bible teachers, and Christian leaders of our time. Our prayer is that you will join with us in running the race and in broadcasting the Good News that Jesus Christ is truly the greatest Love worth finding. If you believe in what God has called LWF to do,we invite you to help us proclaim God's truth. Millions still have not heard the precious name of Jesus or know His redeeming grace. The messenger may be gone, but the message must continue. Rogers? No, God wants us to continue to proclaim the message of salvation.
In response to many who are asking,has that purpose changed since the home-going of Dr. That’s our commitment at Love Worth Finding."
Rogers stated, "I believe God wants us to proclaim the message of salvation in the power of the Holy Spirit by every means possible. Rogers' pulpit ministry Love Worth Finding provided that role and continues today.ĭr. He relates that "soon the requests began to grow to the point that we knew God was leading us into a wider ministry." As an extension of Dr. Love Worth Finding began in 1987, as a response to several requests for tapes of messages by pastor and Bible teacher Adrian Rogers. This happens primarily through efforts in publishing and broadcasting biblical truth. Love Worth Finding's purpose is to bring people to Christ and mature them in the faith.
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