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The Four Spiritual Actions > “For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.” — James 3:2 Many mistakes and failures in life are connected to offences in words. Speaking right leads to living right. The direction of a man’s life is greatly influenced by the words he consistently speaks. > “Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” — Proverbs 18:21 Central To Our Living Is The Truth Who Is The Truth? > “I am the way, the truth, and the life…” — John 14:6 Jesus Christ Himself is the embodiment of Truth. Therefore, the believer’s victory is found in living, speaking, and walking in Christ. > “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world…” — 1 John 5:4–5 What Is The Truth? > “To this end was I born… that I should bear witness unto the truth.” — John 18:37–38 Truth is: All that God represents All that Christ represents and has accomplished in the finished work through his death and resurrection. All that the New Creation is and possesses in Christ Truth is the living Word of God. > “The words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.” — John 6:63 > “For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.” — 2 Corinthians 13:8 The Four Spiritual Actions 1. Worship The Father Based On The Truth > “God is a Spirit: and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth.” — John 4:24 True worship is based on who God is, not merely on what He has done. We worship Him because: He is Holy, He is Father, He is Truth, He is Life, He is Love Worship aligns our hearts with divine realities and opens our spirits to the operation of truth. > “Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless His holy name.” — Psalm 103:1 2. Meditate On and Interact With The Truth > “Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them…” — 1 Timothy 4:15 > “Be still, and know that I am God…” — Psalm 46:10 Meditation is spiritual interaction with truth until it becomes living reality within you. The believer must consistently think upon truth. > “Whatsoever things are true… honest… just… pure… think on these things.” — Philippians 4:8 Meditation: Renews the mind, Builds conviction, Strengthens faith, Establishes inner transformation, and generates divine revelation knowledge. > “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night…” — Joshua 1:8 3. Speak The Truth To Yourself Daily > “Speaking the truth in love, may grow up into Him in all things…” — Ephesians 4:15 The believer must daily declare who God says he is in Christ. Examples: “I am born of God.” — John 1:13 “I am a new creature.” — 2 Corinthians 5:17 “I am the righteousness of God in Christ.” — 2 Corinthians 5:21 “I am a chosen generation and royal priesthood.” — 1 Peter 2:9 “I am no longer a servant but a son.” — Galatians 4:7 Consistent confession of truth: Builds spiritual consciousness, Defeats condemnation, Produces confidence in God, Aligns the soul with divine identity > “Let the weak say, I am strong.” — Joel 3:10 4. Speak Truth To Every Situation Around You Daily > “We believe, and therefore speak…” — 2 Corinthians 4:13 > “Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God…” — Hebrews 11:3 The believer is called to speak God’s truth over circumstances, challenges, and situations. Examples: “In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33 “Greater is He that is in me, than he that is in the world.” — 1 John 4:4 “I can do all things through Christ…” — Philippians 4:13 “My God shall supply all my need…” — Philippians 4:19 Speaking truth to situations: Establishes divine authority, Changes atmospheres, Brings heaven’s reality into earthly situations > “Whosoever shall say unto this mountain… and shall not doubt in his heart… he shall have whatsoever he saith.” — Mark 11:23 Conclusion The power of spoken truth is activated through these four spiritual actions: 1. Worshipping the Father in truth 2. Meditating on the truth 3. Speaking truth to yourself 4. Speaking truth to situations around you As God's children continually practice these spiritual actions, truth moves from mere knowledge into manifestation and living experience. |
The Power of Purified and Godly Imagination The Image-Making Power of the Mind Part of the Creative Power of the Divine Nature Every action is preceded by seeing. Man naturally moves in the direction of his dominant imagination. What fills the heart eventually governs conduct. Genesis 3:6–7 > “And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat…” Sin began with a corrupted imagination before it became an outward action. Eve first conceived it inwardly before acting on it outwardly. This reveals the power of imagination in directing life and destiny. God Works Through Vision and Imagination Before creation, God had a divine vision and intention concerning all things, especially man. Genesis 1:26 > “And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness…” Creation itself was born out of divine intention, purpose, and vision. The coming of Christ was also first revealed in the heart and vision of God. Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 11:2–10 The redemption plan was not accidental; it was first conceived in the divine mind before manifestation in time. God’s Vision of the New Man in Christ God also has a divine imagination concerning the believer. Ephesians 4:24, Colossians 3:10, 1 John 4:17 The New Creation is designed to reflect Christ in nature, character, and authority. Spiritual growth therefore involves aligning our imagination with God’s vision of who we are in Christ. Prophetic Revelation Creates Divine Imagination The revelations in the Book of Revelation were given to form spiritual understanding and divine consciousness in the Church. Revelation 1:1–4 God communicates visions to shape the mentality, expectations, and spiritual outlook of His people. The Necessity of Vision Proverbs 29:18 > “Where there is no vision, the people perish…” A man without divine vision becomes vulnerable to confusion, carnality, and destruction. Every truth must first become an inward picture before it can effectively govern life. Habakkuk 2:1–3 > “Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it.” Truth becomes powerful when it is clearly seen inwardly. What is not seen inwardly cannot be sustained outwardly. The Power of Imagination Genesis 11:6 > “…now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.” Imagination is powerful enough to mobilize human life, actions, and collective destiny. Whatever continually occupies the imagination eventually shapes behavior and outcomes. Wrong Imaginations: The Root of Many Problems Most struggles in life begin from corrupted thoughts and imaginations. 2 Corinthians 10:5 > “Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God…” Fear, lust, defeat, bitterness, anxiety, and unbelief are often sustained by ungodly imaginations. The battle of transformation is largely a battle of mental images and inward meditation. -Living as Overcomers Through Divine Imagination Victory in life as sons of God depends greatly on building a renewed and sanctified imagination through the Word of God. Ephesians 3:20 > “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” The measure of divine manifestation in a believer is connected to the divine possibilities alive within his heart and imagination. How to Build a New Divine Imagination 1. Using the Truth of God’s Word The Word of God supplies heavenly images that replace corrupt and fearful thoughts. As believers continually behold Christ through the Word, a new inward picture is formed. 2. Meditation on the Right Things Philippians 4:8 > “Whatsoever things are true… honest… just… pure… lovely… think on these things.” Meditation strengthens divine imagination. Whatever the mind consistently meditates upon gains mastery over life. 3. Speaking the Truth Continually Matthew 6:31 > “Therefore take no thought, saying…” Thoughts are strengthened through words. Speaking God’s truth reinforces divine imagination and weakens negative mental structures. Practical Example 1 Peter 3:10 > “He that will love life, and see good days…” To experience the peace and goodness of God: Create a mental picture of a peaceful life. Imagine yourself walking in wisdom, joy, and victory. Reject imaginations of fear, failure, confusion, and defeat. Continually meditate on scriptures that reveal God’s peace and provision. A transformed imagination produces a transformed life. Conclusion The imagination is one of the most powerful faculties given to man. It can either become a channel for divine transformation or a doorway for corruption and bondage. Godly imagination is built by: Beholding Christ, Meditating on truth, Speaking the Word, And yielding the mind to the Holy Spirit. As our imagination becomes purified by truth, our lives increasingly manifest the image and nature of Christ. |
THE POWER OF MEDITATION Introduction Meditation is a vital spiritual discipline through which the believer intentionally fills the mind and heart with God's truth. It is not the emptying of the mind, but the focusing of the mind on God, His Word, His works, and His ways. Meditation cultivates spiritual understanding, transformation, and intimacy with God. --- 1. GOD HIMSELF MEDITATES God is a God of thoughts. His thoughts are innumerable and precious toward His people. Psalm 139:17-18 "How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them! If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee." God's thoughts reveal His nature, purposes, wisdom, and love. As believers, we are called to engage with His thoughts through meditation. --- 2. MEDITATION IS THE FARMING OF THE SOUL Just as a farmer cultivates the soil to receive seed, meditation prepares the heart to receive and retain God's Word. Luke 8:5,11 "A sower went out to sow his seed..." "The seed is the word of God." The Word of God is the seed, while the heart is the soil. Meditation tills the soil of the heart so that the seed can take root, grow, and bear fruit. Important Note: - Biblical meditation is not the emptying of the mind. - Biblical meditation is the filling of the mind with God's truth. --- 3. MEDITATION IS AN ANCIENT SPIRITUAL PRACTICE God's people have practiced meditation throughout Scripture. Genesis 24:63 "And Isaac went out to meditate in the field at the eventide..." Isaac intentionally separated himself to reflect upon God and His purposes. Meditation has always been part of a healthy spiritual life. --- 4. HOW TO MEDITATE Biblical meditation involves: a. Thinking on God's Word Carefully considering and reflecting upon Scripture. b. Muttering and Declaration Speaking God's Word softly to oneself repeatedly. c. Imagining Seeing the realities of God's promises and truths within the heart. d. Asking Questions Seeking understanding and personal application. Key Scriptures Joshua 1:8 "This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night..." Psalm 1:2 "But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night." Psalm 63:6 "When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches." Psalm 119:148 "Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word." Psalm 19:14 "Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight..." --- 5. WHAT SHOULD WE MEDITATE UPON? A. The Truth of God's Word Philippians 4:8 "Whatsoever things are true... honest... just... pure... lovely... of good report... think on these things." Believers are instructed to focus their minds on things that reflect God's nature and truth. B. God's Works Psalm 77:12 "I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings." Psalm 143:5 "I remember the days of old; I meditate on all thy works..." Reflecting on God's works strengthens faith and confidence. C. God's Precepts and Ways Psalm 119:15 "I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways." Meditation helps us understand God's character and align our lives with His ways. --- 6. BENEFITS OF MEDITATION A. Understanding and Revelation Psalm 119:99 "I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation." Meditation unlocks spiritual insight and wisdom. B. Visible Spiritual Growth 1 Timothy 4:15 "Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all." Meditation produces measurable growth and maturity. C. Transformation As God's truth fills the heart and mind, it changes attitudes, desires, and conduct. The believer gradually becomes what he consistently beholds and meditates upon. D. Quieting the Soul Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God." Meditation brings rest, peace, and stability to the inner man. E. Retaining God in Our Knowledge Romans 1:28 "And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge..." Meditation keeps God and His truth actively governing the mind and heart. --- 7. HINDRANCES TO MEDITATION A. Busyness Constant activity and distractions leave little room for reflection and communion with God. B. Wrong Concepts About Meditation Many believers avoid meditation because they associate it with Eastern religions or Yoga, whereas biblical meditation is rooted in God's Word. C. Intellectualism Depending solely on reasoning and human knowledge can hinder the heart from receiving spiritual illumination through meditation. D. Lack of Discipline Meditation requires intentional time, focus, and consistency. --- CONCLUSION Meditation is one of God's primary means for cultivating spiritual growth and transformation. Through meditation, the believer fills the heart with God's truth, gains understanding, receives revelation, quiets the soul, and experiences lasting change. A life of meditation is a life that continually beholds God's Word until His reality becomes our experience. |
Scripture tells us that there are two judgments in the Bible. The Bible says it is appointed unto man once to die and after death the judgment. But in fact there are two great judgments. One is the Great White Throne Judgment described in Revelation 20: And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. (Revelation 20:11-12, KJV) The very last verse of the chapter says, “And whosoever’s name was not written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire” (Revelation 20:15). That judgment is absolutely terrifying because those who are standing before God have something in common: they are unbelievers who do not have the protection of Jesus Christ from the wrath of God. Judgment of the Redeemed But there is another judgment called the Judgment Seat of Jesus Christ—or what we refer to as the Bema Seat. For Church Age followers of Christ, it will be a day of reckoning—something that should actually be very sobering to every believer. The Bible says there are tears in heaven, and that God is going to wipe away all tears (Revelation 21:4). But why tears in Heaven? Some Christians say the reason is that they will be profoundly disappointed and in great anguish because their friends aren’t there. I can imagine a mother weeping because her son has not come into heaven and won’t be there. Possibly that’s the answer. But I would like to suggest that the real reason is tears of regret over the way we lived, despite the wonderful opportunities that God has given to us, and the fact that some of what we’ve invested in all our lives will prove temporal and worthless. The Apostle Paul addresses this moment of reckoning beginning in 1 Corinthians. Speaking of his own ministry, he acknowledged that he initiated it, then others built on it. Then he says this (paraphrased): Let each one take care of how he builds upon it. For no one can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if anyone builds on the foundation with gold, silver, or precious stones, or it could be wood, hay, and straw, each one’s work will become manifest, for the day will disclose it, because it is to be revealed by fire. And the fire will test what sort of work one has done. If the work that anyone has built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward. If anyone’s work is burned up, he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire. (1 Corinthians 3:10-15) The imagery is this: even as Christians, our works will be tried before God, and He will reveal whether we have acquired gold, silver, and precious stones, or whether we’ve been building and living for wood, hay, and stubble. The imagery also conveys that when the burning takes place, if you’re a believer, you will be saved—but only as if you’ve barely escaped out of a house that’s burning and collapsing behind you. All the temporal, worthless works will be burned up and reduced to ash. Source:- https://christinprophecyblog.org/2026/03/the-bema-seat-judgment-your-day-of-reckoning-part-1-of-2/
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Kobojunkie:Dan 7:12:- As concerning the rest of the beasts, they had their dominion taken away: yet their lives were prolonged for a season and a time. |
Captain9ja:(How it Parallels Bible Prophecy) God has a perfect Chronology, a final Bible prophecy that has already been stated, written, already been carried out and once it began by the word of God, it cannot be stopped, accelerated nor decelerated. God is on perfect course with perfect timing for what he has promised. “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son,[f] but only the Father. {Matt 24:36} KJV weather they know it or not Armageddon is a real event, it is the final coalition of war at the end of the tribulation that Jesus Christ himself will bring to an end. All four reasons are straight out of the pages of final Bible prophecy. Jesus gave us major road signs to let us know that we are approaching the rapture of the Church. Reading through Matthew 24 will give you major insights into what lies ahead. We are currently living in the Church Age which began suddenly on the day of Pentecost, the next event on Gods prophetic calender is the Rapture of the church when all living believers on the Earth will be suddenly snached away from this Earth into Heaven in the twinkling of an eye. In the Book of Revelation, we see the rise of a World leader who comes to fill this vacuum of leadership. There are five things that will be the dormant visible political agenda of the last days:- Rev 13,14 &15, Dan 9:27 I - There is coming a one world leader ii -There is coming a one world government iii -There is coming a one world monetary system iv -There is coming a one world Religion v - There is coming a one world military power to enforce the severe mandates of the one world government Source....https://www.lostlamb.org/ |
This year, the Science and Security Board of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists leaves the hands of the Doomsday Clock unchanged due to ominous trends that continue to point the world toward global catastrophe. It’s currently set at 90 seconds to mid-night. This is the closest it has ever been since its creation in 1947. The Original Scientist that created it refers to mid-night in their own verdict as "Armageddon". Doomsday Clock: - What is it? The Doomsday Clock is a design that warns the public about how close we are to destroying our world with dangerous technologies of our own making. It is not a myth, neither is it a joke. It is a very serious matter. As of 2023, the Doomsday Clock has been set at the highest treat level it has ever been set in all of its history. (90 Seconds to Mid-Night) It is handled by a very distinguished elite group of scientist. They listed four reasons why they had moved the Doomsday Clock to its highest level in all history and all four reasons are straight out of the pages of final Bible Prophecy. The 4 reasons:- 1. Escalation of Geopolitical tensions created by the war between Russia & Ukraine 2. The Escalation of the Nuclear arms race 3. The increasing risk of Biological weapons & pandemics 4. The Vacuum of weakness in World leadership It was created back in 1947 in the wake of the World’s 1st nuclear detonation by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. Since 1991 it has been steadily moving closer to Mid-Night, except for a very brief reprieve in 2010 through 2012 when it was moved back slightly. Its original setting was 7 minutes from Mid-Night in 1947 when it was introduced. Lets take a look at the recent clock changes so far;- 2 minutes to mid-night in 1957 2.5 minutes to mid-night in 2017 2 minutes to mid-night in 2018 100 seconds to mid-night in 2020 90 seconds to mid-night in 2023 It’s been ticking since 1947. But it’s not a clock that keeps literal time. Midnight is now only 90 seconds away, according to members of today’s Bulletin. On January 24, at a news conference in Washington, D.C., five of them removed a black cloth from the Clock to reveal the new position of its long hand. The sentence at the bottom of the exhibit now reads, "It is 90 seconds to midnight." Source....https://thebulletin.org/doomsday-clock/ |
Captain9ja:4) The Book of Tears You number my wanderings; Put my tears into Your bottle; Are they not in Your book? Psalm 56:8 NKJV |
duro4chang:And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever. Dan 12:3 |
The Scriptures tell us about 5 Crowns that would be awarded to believers, these 5 crowns will be presented as rewards to believers when they appear before the Judgment Seat of Christ. However, there is something you must do to receive each one. 1. Incorruptible Crown; 1 Cor 9:24 - 25: Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receives the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that strives for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. A Crown given for running the race and finishing it. 2. The Crown of Rejoicing; Phili 4:1: Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved. 1 Thess 2:19: For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? Believers need to share their faith with others to receive this crown. It is given to those who win souls to Christ. 3. The Crown of righteousness; 2 Tim 4:8: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. This is for those who love Christ’s appearing, eagerly waiting for the return of our Lord. 4. The Crown of Life; James 1:12 : Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. Rev 2:10: Fear none of those things which thou shall suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. It is a reward for those who patiently endure testing, temptation, persecution & martyrdom. You need to love Jesus more than your own life to get this Crown. 5. The Crown of Glory; 1 Pet 5:4: And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. This is for every person who feeds the flock; – the pastors, apostles, prophets, evangelists, teachers, ministers, and every person carrying out the great commission. |
Nigeria will be like sand in his hands!... A.T.A |
"Nigeria will be like sand in his hands"... A.T.A |
Kobojunkie:Is this your view on the above subject? |
The are preparing for a way to explain the Harpazo! |
You don't need a prophet to tell you when a nation is under Judgement! |
Vision-Less Leadership will only drive you backwards! |
Captain9ja:The rise of AI is just the beginning! |
An Event where all who have put their trust in Christ, living and deceased, will suddenly be caught up from Earth, be joined with Christ in the air, and taken to heaven is what is referred to as the Rapture. (1 Tess 4:13-18). Just imagine what happens when millions of people disappear from around the globe. 1. Peace Will Be Taken Completely From The Earth. (Rev 6:4) Just imagine what happens when millions of people disappear from around the globe. The rapture has taken these people off the planet that had the codes to bank accounts and computer systems. Everything is suddenly in complete chaos, it’s impossible to imagine the whole scenario. 2. Children of Godly Parents Will Be Missing. (1corint 7:14). Some believe that all children will be taken off the Earth at one time at the rapture. 3. There Will Be Very Few Caring People Left (Survival Mode). (Matt 24:21), (2Tess 2:5 – 7) Think about not being able to pick up a telephone and call a prayer warrior. 4. The Mark of the Beast will be enforced. This universal mark of buying and selling is also linked to religion because the false prophet is also part of connecting people with these Mark of the Beast. (Rev 19:20). You will be forced to take the mark, and if you do, you can kiss your future goodbye. All men who have the mark are not permitted to rule with Christ for a thousand years. Source........ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZd9E1Hr3YI |
DavidEsq:hmmmmmmm! |
oz4real83:6th Trumpet War! |
Please watch the movie, very informative! |
Is it possible that what has happened to the United States and the world, from COVID-19 to 9/11, are part of an ancient mystery? Is it a warning? Does the mystery tell us what is yet to come? Do we have the key to uncover it? New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Cahn takes audiences on an epic journey from an island off of Massachusetts Bay to the Supreme Court, from Ground Zero, through the New York Harbor, to the Statue of Liberty to uncover this stunning mystery. Uncover… • The ancient signs that warn of impending calamity • The mystery that goes back to the prophet Jeremiah that pinpointed 2020 as the year a plague would come to America • The harbingers that appeared in the last days of an ancient nation that have now appeared on American soil https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=or1pa2jX9BQ Source....https://harbingersofthingstocome.com/
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ChildOfDoom:The greatest mistake in life is to die without giving your life to Jesus Christ. All you now see with your eyes came out of an unseen realm, there is a power that can change any situation. The Ressurection Power of Jesus Christ! |
2elliot:Concerning the identity of the Antichrist, we cannot say for sure just yet who it is. We can only speculate the area he comes from according to Bible Prophecy. |
2elliot:Everything seems set for the Beast System. They are just waiting for the perfect crises to unleash their plan |
2elliot:There is always an image of something coming upon the Earth before the main event arrives. What we are seeing now is d impression of the Earth preparing for the actual event.... The Tribulation... The Beast System ... Etc |
1. BELIEVERS RELYING UPON SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE INTERNET FOR END TIMES THEOLOGY When pastors remain silent on biblical prophecy, believers look for information on biblical prophecy on social media and the Internet. There they find a wide array of teachings and opinions, some biblical, but most are false and misleading. Some believers possess the needed scriptural discernment to sort through the mess of various teachings. But as the lack of biblical knowledge reaches epidemic proportions among those claiming to be Christians, most churchgoers lack the necessary discernment and fall prey to the misinformation available at their fingertips. A couple questions for preachers: Do you really desire for social media and the Internet to be the primary source of information regarding prophecy for those in your church? Would it not be better for you to provide the sound biblical guidance regarding our hope that they so desperately need during these perilous times? 2. THE FLOURISHING OF FALSE TEACHING Many pastors fear causing division in their congregation and thus remain silent on matters related to the Rapture. However, they fail to realize that it's their refusal to preach on what the Bible says on this matter that has led to the very diversity of opinions in their churches. The potential for disunity is there even if they remain quiet. Last year, I met with a pastor who said that if he preached what I believe, half of his congregation would walk out the door. It occurred to me later that if he taught what he really believes, the other half would quickly depart. We started attending his church after seeing that it's statement of faith said it was premillennial. The pastor, however, was most definitely not premillennial!! Pastors who ignore biblical prophecy allow false teachings to flourish or as in the case of the one I just mentioned, the church remains in the dark about what he really believes. 3. BELIEVERS LOOKING TO THIS LIFE FOR THEIR IMMEDIATE HOPE Another consequence of silence in the pulpits regarding future things is that believers look for hope in things other than Jesus' imminent appearing. A popular theology today, often referred to as "dominion theology," teaches that the church will prevail against the evils of this word and usher in a millennial reign of its own before Jesus returns to the earth. Many Christians falsely believe the church itself is their hope for the future. Additionally, even pastors who do not adhere to "dominion theology" also make the church the object of hope for those that hear them preach. Those who allegorize the book of Revelation often, in my experience, change its message to exalt the church rather than Jesus. 4. BELIEVERS NOT WATCHING FOR THE LORD'S APPEARING AS JESUS INSTRUCTED US TO DO Referring to His return, Jesus said this in Matthew 24:44, "Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect." In the same discourse, He later said, "Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour" (25:13). Jesus' instruction led to a church that eagerly anticipated His return. In Philippians 3:20-21 Paul wrote this: But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him to subject all things to himself. 5. BELIEVERS NOT RECOGNIZING THE CONVERGENCE OF PROPHETIC SIGNS My head is spinning from all that's happening in our world from a prophecy perspective. A few years ago, I believed that many signs of the approaching Tribulation were converging as never before, but today this reality has grown beyond what I could have imagined back then. As the shadow of the approaching Tribulation grows darker by the day, those aware of this convergence of prophetic signs recognize that Jesus' appearing to take us home must be ever so close. I never thought I would hear a president of the United States talk openly about the need for the New World Order, which during the Tribulation will morph into the kingdom of the antichrist. But yesterday, it happened as President Biden started talking about his commitment to it! I have long assumed this, but it's another matter to hear him talk about it as something that is going to happen. (https://www.prophecynewswatch.com/article.cfm?recent_news_id=5312) |
Righteousness2:The Prophecy of Damascus is loading.... |
michlins:Maybe u don't know... There is an asteroid racing towards earth �. Everything is connected! |
NaijaSatanlst:Enlighten me please! |
This is the GENERATION! |
It's not about the VIRUS, it's about the VACCINE! |
