07-07-2026 PART 1: The Certainty of God's Word

Section 1

An examination of fulfilled biblical prophecy highlights the remarkable evidence supporting the identity of Jesus Christ as the promised Messiah. Drawing from the work of Lee Strobel and mathematician Peter W. Stoner, Dr. Dave explains that even the fulfillment of just eight specific Old Testament prophecies carries an astronomical statistical probability. Those prophecies include details such as Jesus being betrayed for thirty pieces of silver, crucified alongside criminals, pierced in His hands and feet, and buried in a rich man's tomb. The lesson emphasizes that these events could not have been orchestrated by human effort, pointing instead to God's sovereign plan unfolding exactly as He declared.

Section 2

The discussion then shifts from the fascination of prophecy itself to its true purpose within God's redemptive plan. Dr. Dave cautions that believers can become so captivated by prophetic details that they lose sight of the One to whom every prophecy ultimately points. In the same way that people can become consumed with ministry while forgetting the Lord of the ministry, prophecy is meant to strengthen faith in Jesus rather than become an end in itself. The emphasis remains on allowing fulfilled prophecy to deepen confidence in God's faithfulness and the absolute reliability of His Word.

Section 3

A simple challenge concludes the message by inviting every sincere seeker to call upon the Lord personally. Rather than relying solely on statistics or intellectual arguments, Dr. Dave encourages listeners to ask God to reveal Himself and then honestly consider the results. Reflecting on his own journey to faith, he explains that God has consistently proven Himself faithful to those who genuinely seek Him. The final encouragement reminds believers that Christianity rests not only upon compelling evidence but also upon a living relationship with the God who continues to reveal Himself to those who call upon His name.