Luke 21:5-9
In this message, Chuck reflects on Jesus’ teachings from Luke 21, acknowledging the challenges and rejection followers will face. He emphasizes that despite hardship, these struggles provide an opportunity to testify—to share what gives strength and hope. Chuck contrasts preaching, which involves preparation, with testifying, which comes from the heart and personal experience. He urges believers to rely on God's wisdom when facing adversity and to testify authentically about their faith. He closes with a powerful example of testifying through love and support, as shown by the community’s simple yet profound tribute to Henry Nowen.