Dr Dalton Jenkins Ministry http://www.betheltempleofpraise.org/ Dr. Dalton Jenkins DrDaltonJenkins@gmail.com Dr. Dalton Jenkins Listen to the word of God preached by Dr. Jenkins. He is faithful to the text and relevant to the time. He is a voice in our time, declaring the truth, righteousness, godliness, and justice. He is bringing the Gospel Message to the world, one person at a time. Listen to the word of God preached by Dr. Jenkins. He is faithful to the text and relevant to the time. He is a voice in our time, declaring the truth, righteousness, godliness, and justice. He is bringing the Gospel Message to the world, one person at a time. en © 2026 Bethel Temple of Praise - Yonkers no Jesus, God’s Perfect Gift to You. Do You Have Time for God Dr. Dalton Jenkins <p>Are we truly ready for Christ's return? This powerful message delves into the parable of the Ten Virgins from Matthew 25:1-13, challenging us to examine our spiritual preparedness. The story of five wise and five foolish virgins waiting for the bridegroom serves as a poignant reminder that Jesus' return will be sudden and unexpected. We're called to maintain our spiritual 'oil' - our faith, devotion, and good works - so that when He comes, we're ready to meet Him. This parable beautifully illustrates the personal nature of our faith journey; no one can prepare for us, and we can't rely on others' spirituality. The urgency of being ready is emphasized throughout, reminding us that 'now is the acceptable time' for salvation. As we reflect on this message, let's ask ourselves: Are we living each day as if it could be the moment of Christ's return?</p> <p>Are we truly ready for Christ's return? This powerful message delves into the parable of the Ten Virgins from Matthew 25:1-13, challenging us to examine our spiritual preparedness. The story of five wise and five foolish virgins waiting for the bridegroom serves as a poignant reminder that Jesus' return will be sudden and unexpected. We're called to maintain our spiritual 'oil' - our faith, devotion, and good works - so that when He comes, we're ready to meet Him. This parable beautifully illustrates the personal nature of our faith journey; no one can prepare for us, and we can't rely on others' spirituality. The urgency of being ready is emphasized throughout, reminding us that 'now is the acceptable time' for salvation. As we reflect on this message, let's ask ourselves: Are we living each day as if it could be the moment of Christ's return?</p> Are we truly ready for Christ's return? This powerful message delves into the parable of the Ten Virgins from Matthew 25:1-13, challenging us to examine our spiritual preparedness. The story of five wise and five foolish virgins waiting for the bridegroom serves as a poignant reminder that Jesus' return will be sudden and unexpected. We're called to maintain our spiritual 'oil' - our faith, devotion, and good works - so that when He comes, we're ready to meet Him. This parable beautifully illustrates the personal nature of our faith journey; no one can prepare for us, and we can't rely on others' spirituality. The urgency of being ready is emphasized throughout, reminding us that 'now is the acceptable time' for salvation. As we reflect on this message, let's ask ourselves: Are we living each day as if it could be the moment of Christ's return?

]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3763 1 c15cebdd65e642aa2c9e0e1225d9db10 no Jesus is Coming Back! Are you ready to meet Him? You Must Be Born Again Dr. Dalton Jenkins Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2989 2 4781d2baa948426b3f9d40c0b98dcf22 no Online Worship Service of Bethel Temple of Praise @ 11:30 AM on Sundays Dr. Dalton Jenkins Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3791 3 e2ca0824eb8a996ea98c28351f1b0076 no Your Time Has Ran Out You Must be born again Dr. Dalton Jenkins <p>n this powerful message, we're challenged to confront our personal decision to follow Jesus. The central theme revolves around the universal offer of salvation, as exemplified in John 3:16. We're reminded that God's love extends to everyone, regardless of background or status. The sermon draws fascinating parallels between our lives and the stories of Herod the Great, Herod Agrippa I, and Herod Agrippa II from the book of Acts. These historical figures serve as cautionary tales, showing how pride, worldly success, and procrastination can lead us to miss God's invitation. As we reflect on these examples, we're urged to consider our own response to Jesus. Are we, like Agrippa II, almost persuaded but hesitating? Or will we seize the moment and accept Christ wholeheartedly? This message compels us to recognize the urgency of our spiritual decision, reminding us that our time on earth is limited. It's a call to action, encouraging us to embrace salvation while we still have the opportunity.</p> <p>n this powerful message, we're challenged to confront our personal decision to follow Jesus. The central theme revolves around the universal offer of salvation, as exemplified in John 3:16. We're reminded that God's love extends to everyone, regardless of background or status. The sermon draws fascinating parallels between our lives and the stories of Herod the Great, Herod Agrippa I, and Herod Agrippa II from the book of Acts. These historical figures serve as cautionary tales, showing how pride, worldly success, and procrastination can lead us to miss God's invitation. As we reflect on these examples, we're urged to consider our own response to Jesus. Are we, like Agrippa II, almost persuaded but hesitating? Or will we seize the moment and accept Christ wholeheartedly? This message compels us to recognize the urgency of our spiritual decision, reminding us that our time on earth is limited. It's a call to action, encouraging us to embrace salvation while we still have the opportunity.</p> n this powerful message, we're challenged to confront our personal decision to follow Jesus. The central theme revolves around the universal offer of salvation, as exemplified in John 3:16. We're reminded that God's love extends to everyone, regardless of background or status. The sermon draws fascinating parallels between our lives and the stories of Herod the Great, Herod Agrippa I, and Herod Agrippa II from the book of Acts. These historical figures serve as cautionary tales, showing how pride, worldly success, and procrastination can lead us to miss God's invitation. As we reflect on these examples, we're urged to consider our own response to Jesus. Are we, like Agrippa II, almost persuaded but hesitating? Or will we seize the moment and accept Christ wholeheartedly? This message compels us to recognize the urgency of our spiritual decision, reminding us that our time on earth is limited. It's a call to action, encouraging us to embrace salvation while we still have the opportunity.

]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3530 4 4632c0a9cacbe87e15bb08fb9bee2774 no Jesus is Coming Back. Are You Ready to Meet him? Dr. Dalton Jenkins <p>In this powerful message, we're reminded of the certainty of Christ's return and the urgency of being prepared. The central theme revolves around Jesus' promise in John 14 to prepare a place for us and come back. This isn't just a comforting thought, but a call to action. We're challenged to examine our spiritual 'passports' - are we truly ready to meet Jesus? The message draws fascinating parallels between physical preparation for a trip and spiritual readiness for eternity. It's a wake-up call to live each day in anticipation of Christ's return, letting this hope shape our choices and priorities. The vivid description of the trumpet sound at Christ's return serves as a powerful metaphor, urging us to ensure we're spiritually awake and alert. This message compels us to reflect on our faith, purify our lives, and share this urgent hope with others.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 1: The Promise of Christ's Return 0:00 - 10:00</p><p>Introduction to the sermon and the assurance of Jesus' second coming.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 2: The Urgency of Spiritual Readiness 10:00 - 20:00</p><p>The importance of being spiritually prepared for Christ's return.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 3: The Nature of Christ's Return 20:00 - 30:00</p><p>Description of how Christ will return and what will happen.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 4: Call to Salvation and Holy Living 30:00 - 40:00</p><p>Final appeal for salvation and encouragement to live holy lives.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're reminded of the certainty of Christ's return and the urgency of being prepared. The central theme revolves around Jesus' promise in John 14 to prepare a place for us and come back. This isn't just a comforting thought, but a call to action. We're challenged to examine our spiritual 'passports' - are we truly ready to meet Jesus? The message draws fascinating parallels between physical preparation for a trip and spiritual readiness for eternity. It's a wake-up call to live each day in anticipation of Christ's return, letting this hope shape our choices and priorities. The vivid description of the trumpet sound at Christ's return serves as a powerful metaphor, urging us to ensure we're spiritually awake and alert. This message compels us to reflect on our faith, purify our lives, and share this urgent hope with others.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 1: The Promise of Christ's Return 0:00 - 10:00</p><p>Introduction to the sermon and the assurance of Jesus' second coming.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 2: The Urgency of Spiritual Readiness 10:00 - 20:00</p><p>The importance of being spiritually prepared for Christ's return.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 3: The Nature of Christ's Return 20:00 - 30:00</p><p>Description of how Christ will return and what will happen.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapter 4: Call to Salvation and Holy Living 30:00 - 40:00</p><p>Final appeal for salvation and encouragement to live holy lives.</p> In this powerful message, we're reminded of the certainty of Christ's return and the urgency of being prepared. The central theme revolves around Jesus' promise in John 14 to prepare a place for us and come back. This isn't just a comforting thought, but a call to action. We're challenged to examine our spiritual 'passports' - are we truly ready to meet Jesus? The message draws fascinating parallels between physical preparation for a trip and spiritual readiness for eternity. It's a wake-up call to live each day in anticipation of Christ's return, letting this hope shape our choices and priorities. The vivid description of the trumpet sound at Christ's return serves as a powerful metaphor, urging us to ensure we're spiritually awake and alert. This message compels us to reflect on our faith, purify our lives, and share this urgent hope with others.


Chapter 1: The Promise of Christ's Return 0:00 - 10:00

Introduction to the sermon and the assurance of Jesus' second coming.


Chapter 2: The Urgency of Spiritual Readiness 10:00 - 20:00

The importance of being spiritually prepared for Christ's return.


Chapter 3: The Nature of Christ's Return 20:00 - 30:00

Description of how Christ will return and what will happen.


Chapter 4: Call to Salvation and Holy Living 30:00 - 40:00

Final appeal for salvation and encouragement to live holy lives.

]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3434 5 b0d438059f08520490b744ef13721c9d no You Cannot Hide From God You Must Be Born Again Dr. Dalton Jenkins <p>In this powerful message, we're reminded of Jesus' transformative encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. This story from John 4 beautifully illustrates how Christ meets us in our brokenness, confronts us directly, and offers living water to quench our spiritual thirst. We're challenged to drop our metaphorical buckets - our futile attempts at self-satisfaction - and embrace the transformative power of Christ's love. The message emphasizes that real change comes from the inside out, not the outside in. We're encouraged to confront our hidden struggles and secret hiding places, recognizing that Jesus seeks us out intentionally, just as He did with the Samaritan woman. This story serves as a poignant reminder that no matter where we are in life, Jesus will meet us there, offering grace, truth, and the opportunity for genuine transformation.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're reminded of Jesus' transformative encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. This story from John 4 beautifully illustrates how Christ meets us in our brokenness, confronts us directly, and offers living water to quench our spiritual thirst. We're challenged to drop our metaphorical buckets - our futile attempts at self-satisfaction - and embrace the transformative power of Christ's love. The message emphasizes that real change comes from the inside out, not the outside in. We're encouraged to confront our hidden struggles and secret hiding places, recognizing that Jesus seeks us out intentionally, just as He did with the Samaritan woman. This story serves as a poignant reminder that no matter where we are in life, Jesus will meet us there, offering grace, truth, and the opportunity for genuine transformation.</p> In this powerful message, we're reminded of Jesus' transformative encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. This story from John 4 beautifully illustrates how Christ meets us in our brokenness, confronts us directly, and offers living water to quench our spiritual thirst. We're challenged to drop our metaphorical buckets - our futile attempts at self-satisfaction - and embrace the transformative power of Christ's love. The message emphasizes that real change comes from the inside out, not the outside in. We're encouraged to confront our hidden struggles and secret hiding places, recognizing that Jesus seeks us out intentionally, just as He did with the Samaritan woman. This story serves as a poignant reminder that no matter where we are in life, Jesus will meet us there, offering grace, truth, and the opportunity for genuine transformation.

]]> Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2188 6 d275e50acfd7f49e3bc001c5d504e824 no You Must Be Born Again Dr. Dalton Jenkins <p>In a nighttime encounter with Nicodemus—a respected Pharisee and religious leader—Jesus delivered one of Christianity's most fundamental truths: the necessity of being born again. Despite Nicodemus's impressive religious credentials, Jesus made it clear that external religion without internal transformation cannot grant access to God's kingdom. Being born again isn't about physical rebirth but a spiritual regeneration that changes a person from the inside out. </p><p><br></p><p>This spiritual transformation involves completely surrendering to God, experiencing the Holy Spirit's regenerative work, and living differently than before. Many religious people miss true salvation because they mistake outward appearances and knowledge for spiritual rebirth. When someone is truly born again, their life changes noticeably—their priorities shift, their behaviors transform, and they become willing to be publicly identified with Christ. </p><p><br></p><p>The process is beautifully simple: recognize your need, believe in Jesus, confess with your mouth, believe in your heart, and receive the Holy Spirit. The result is freedom from condemnation, eternal life, new desires, and a transformed life that bears witness to others.</p> <p>In a nighttime encounter with Nicodemus—a respected Pharisee and religious leader—Jesus delivered one of Christianity's most fundamental truths: the necessity of being born again. Despite Nicodemus's impressive religious credentials, Jesus made it clear that external religion without internal transformation cannot grant access to God's kingdom. Being born again isn't about physical rebirth but a spiritual regeneration that changes a person from the inside out. </p><p><br></p><p>This spiritual transformation involves completely surrendering to God, experiencing the Holy Spirit's regenerative work, and living differently than before. Many religious people miss true salvation because they mistake outward appearances and knowledge for spiritual rebirth. When someone is truly born again, their life changes noticeably—their priorities shift, their behaviors transform, and they become willing to be publicly identified with Christ. </p><p><br></p><p>The process is beautifully simple: recognize your need, believe in Jesus, confess with your mouth, believe in your heart, and receive the Holy Spirit. The result is freedom from condemnation, eternal life, new desires, and a transformed life that bears witness to others.</p> In a nighttime encounter with Nicodemus—a respected Pharisee and religious leader—Jesus delivered one of Christianity's most fundamental truths: the necessity of being born again. Despite Nicodemus's impressive religious credentials, Jesus made it clear that external religion without internal transformation cannot grant access to God's kingdom. Being born again isn't about physical rebirth but a spiritual regeneration that changes a person from the inside out.


This spiritual transformation involves completely surrendering to God, experiencing the Holy Spirit's regenerative work, and living differently than before. Many religious people miss true salvation because they mistake outward appearances and knowledge for spiritual rebirth. When someone is truly born again, their life changes noticeably—their priorities shift, their behaviors transform, and they become willing to be publicly identified with Christ.


The process is beautifully simple: recognize your need, believe in Jesus, confess with your mouth, believe in your heart, and receive the Holy Spirit. The result is freedom from condemnation, eternal life, new desires, and a transformed life that bears witness to others.

]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3326 7 404915caa50d2543f1ab659551695f4b no You Must Be Born Again - Part 3 Jesus Is Coming to Your House Dr. Dalton Jenkins Sun, 22 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3844 8 c59b847f62c17996a84bc6e5d93137ec no You Must Be Born again Part 2 Dr. Dalton Jenkins Sun, 08 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2557 9 c963991df3e4f67b33230862ff1d3380 no