"A Wake-Up Call" - Pastor John D. Putnam
Series: POSC Services
September 14, 2025
Pastor John D. Putnam
In this urgent and Spirit-stirring message titled “A Wake Up Call”, Pastor John D. Putnam declares a warning for both the church and the culture we live in. Drawing from Isaiah 5:20, Pastor Putnam confronts the sobering reality of a generation that calls evil good and good evil, trading light for darkness and truth for lies. He reminds us that the erosion of morality is not just a political or cultural issue—it is a spiritual crisis demanding the church’s response. From Isaiah’s vineyard parable to Paul’s words in Romans 1, Pastor Putnam exposes the danger of redefining sin, the desensitization of our consciences, and the need for discernment in an age of confusion. He paints a clear picture of how quickly society can collapse when truth is twisted and values are inverted, urging us to recognize the urgency of the hour. But this is more than a warning—it is a call to action. Pastor Putnam challenges believers to cling to God’s Word as the unchanging standard of truth, to grow into spiritual maturity so that discernment can guide their lives, and to shine brightly as lights in a dark and deceived world. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the chaos of our times, this message will wake you up, call you higher, and remind you that the world is watching—and Christ is calling. To hear more about what God is doing in Sheboygan County and beyond, visit us at posc.church!
Episode Notes
Main Point: The world is redefining right and wrong, but God is calling His church to wake up and stand for truth.
- Isaiah 5 describes a vineyard God carefully tended, yet it produced worthless fruit—symbolizing Israel’s rebellion.
- Woe was declared to those who called evil good and good evil, exchanging light for darkness.
- Our present culture mirrors this inversion: celebrating sin while mocking righteousness.
- God is issuing a wake-up call for His people to cling to His Word, develop discernment, and shine as lights in a dark world.
Key Scriptures:
- Isaiah 5:20 – “Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness.”
- Romans 1:21-22 – “Their minds became dark and confused. Claiming to be wise, they instead became utter fools.”
- Psalm 119:105 – “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”
- Matthew 5:14-16 – “Ye are the light of the world… Let your light so shine before men.”
Major Themes:
- Moral Inversion – Society renames sin as freedom and mocks holiness as outdated.
- Consequences of Twisting Truth – Spiritual blindness, cultural corruption, and divine judgment.
- Call to Action – Christians must cling to God’s Word, seek discernment, and boldly be lights in darkness.
- Don’t Be Desensitized – Guard against becoming numb to sin and violence through constant exposure.
- Stand for Truth – Even when culture bows, God calls His people to stand for righteousness.
Reflection Questions:
- Have I grown numb or desensitized to sin in culture?
- Am I clinging to God’s Word as the standard for truth, even when it’s unpopular?
- How can I let my light shine more boldly in a culture of compromise?
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