"ONO" - Bishop John E. Putnam

Series: POSC Services

August 17, 2025
Bishop John E. Putnam

In a stirring and convicting message titled “ONO,” Bishop John E. Putnam reminds us that while salvation is freely available to anyone, living for Christ is a daily journey that requires vigilance, commitment and perseverance. Preaching from Luke 9 and Nehemiah, Bishop Putnam paints a vivid picture of the spiritual battles believers face and the constant temptation to compromise. Drawing from Nehemiah’s resolve to stay on the wall and not be lured into the “Valley of Ono”—a place of trade-offs and distractions—he warns that the enemy is always trying to pull us away from God’s work into a life of half-hearted faith. Yet this is not a message of despair, but of determination: Jesus has given His church the authority, the power and the Spirit to overcome. Whether you are dealing with personal struggles, family burdens, or the subtle pull of compromise, “ONO” will challenge you to stay on the wall, refuse distraction and cling to the joy and freedom found in Christ alone. To hear more about what God is doing in Sheboygan County and around the world, visit us at posc.church!

  Share on Facebook
  Share on Twitter
Download Media
Embed Code

Episode Notes

Main Point: Don’t Come Down from the Work of God
  • In Nehemiah’s story, enemies tried to lure him to “ONO” (a place of distraction and compromise).
  • The enemy still uses tactics of fear, distraction, and lies to pull believers away from God’s calling.
  • When you’re engaged in God’s work, the answer must always be: “I cannot come down.”
Key Scripture: Nehemiah 6:2-3
  • “But they thought to do me mischief. And I sent messengers unto them, saying, I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down.”
  • Enemy Tactics
  • Distraction – Pulling focus away from God’s mission.
  • Deception – False reports or lies to stir fear.
  • Discouragement – Using intimidation to weaken resolve.
Keys to Staying on the Wall
  • Stay focused on God’s mission.
  • Discern the enemy’s voice vs. God’s truth.
  • Stand firm in courage and conviction.
  • Remember: God’s plan > the enemy’s schemes.
Reflection Questions
  • What distractions try to pull you away from God’s work?
  • How can you strengthen your resolve to say “I will not come down”?
  • Where do you need discernment between the enemy’s lies and God’s truth?

Content Copyright Belongs to Pentecostals of Sheboygan County
10434