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How Can I Know My Spiritual Gift?

The Bible teaches us that there are different kinds of spiritual gifts given by God for the building up of the Church. These gifts are not chosen by us they are given by the Holy Spirit according to His will.

1. The Biblical Foundation for Spiritual Gifts

In 1 Corinthians 12:4–12 (ESV), the Apostle Paul writes:

“Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit;
and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord;
and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone.
To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.
For to one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom,
and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit,
to another faith by the same Spirit,
to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit,
to another the working of miracles,
to another prophecy,
to another the ability to distinguish between spirits,
to another various kinds of tongues,
to another the interpretation of tongues.
All these are empowered by one and the same Spirit, who apportions to each one individually as He wills.”

Just like the human body has many parts that work together, so also the body of Christ is made up of many members, each with different gifts.

2. Types of Gifts: Natural and Spiritual

Gifts can generally be grouped into two categories:

A. Natural (Physical) Gifts

These are abilities people may be born with or develop over time. They include:

  • Strength, intelligence, creativity
  • Talent in music, sports, art, leadership, or teaching
  • Even charisma, quick learning, or public speaking

Though natural, these gifts can still bring glory to God when used rightly. However, they are not the same as spiritual gifts, which are given through the Holy Spirit after spiritual rebirth.

B. Spiritual (Supernatural) Gifts

These are spiritual empowerments given to believers through the Holy Spirit. As 1 Corinthians 12 teaches, these may include:

  • Prophecy
  • Healing
  • Discernment
  • Speaking in tongues
  • Interpretation of tongues
  • Teaching
  • Pastoring
  • Wisdom
  • Evangelism
  • And many others…

These gifts are not for personal gain but for serving the body of Christ.

3. Can Someone Be Born with a Spiritual Gift?

Yes. Just as someone may be born with a natural talent, people can be born with spiritual gifts. However, these gifts remain dormant or even misused if the person is not in Christ.

For example:

  • Someone born with a prophetic gift might end up practicing witchcraft, divination, or false prophecy if they grow up in an unchristian environment.
  • A person with leadership gifts may become a gang leader or criminal mastermind if not led by the Holy Spirit.
  • A person with the gift of discernment may become a spiritist or fortune-teller if not submitted to God.

But when such a person repents and comes to Christ, gets baptized, and is filled with the Holy Spirit, the gift is sanctified and awakened for God’s glory.

As Jesus said:

“You must be born again.”  John 3:7 (ESV)

Without spiritual rebirth, even God-given potential can be twisted or suppressed by the enemy.

4. Why Doesn’t God Just Tell Me My Gift?

Many people ask, “How can I know my spiritual gift?” They pray, fast, and wait for an answer but feel confused or hear nothing.

Let’s be clear: you don’t discover your spiritual gift by overanalyzing yourself or waiting for a voice from heaven. Most of the time, God reveals your gift through service and the confirmation of others.

Remember:

“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”  James 4:6 (ESV)

If you desire a certain gift simply because it’s popular or admired such as prophecy or singing be careful. Gifts are not self assigned. They are distributed by the Holy Spirit “as He wills.” (1 Cor. 12:11)

5. How Can I Discover My Spiritual Gift?

Here is a simple and biblical process:

Step 1: Be Born Again

Fully surrender your life to Jesus Christ. Believe in His death and resurrection. Be baptized in water in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins (Acts 2:38), and seek the infilling of the Holy Spirit.

Without this step, the Holy Spirit will not dwell in you, and your spiritual gift will remain buried or misused.

Step 2: Join the Fellowship of Believers

Start actively serving in a local church or group of believers. Don’t wait for a title just serve. Pay attention to:

  • What the Holy Spirit nudges you to do
  • What brings you spiritual joy and peace
  • What burdens you to act
  • What you naturally do without being asked

“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”  1 Peter 4:10 (ESV)

Step 3: Listen to the Body of Christ

Others will start noticing your gift before you do. You might hear people say things like:

  • “You pray and people are healed.”  Gift of Healing
  • “Your teaching is so clear.” Gift of Teaching
  • “You comfort me every time we talk.”  Gift of Encouragement
  • “You lead worship and God’s presence falls.”  Gift of Worship/Ministry
  • “You have insight into people’s lives.”  Word of Knowledge or Prophecy

The Church acts like a mirror, helping you see what God has placed in you.

6. Warning: Don’t Seek Gifts for Fame or Money

Many today desire spiritual gifts for the wrong reasons especially prophecy and music because they attract attention, influence, and income.

But Scripture warns us:

“He gave… apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.”  Ephesians 4:11–12 (ESV)

Spiritual gifts are for building up the Church not building your brand. If your desire is to use a gift for wealth or popularity, that’s not the Spirit of God it’s a counterfeit.

Jesus also said:

“Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.”  Matthew 23:12 (ESV)

You may not find your gift overnight. It could take months or even years. But as long as you walk faithfully with Christ, serve humbly, and remain connected to the Body, your gift will emerge.

Just remember:

  • Gifts are from God, not ourselves.
  • They are for the Church, not personal gain.
  • They build up others, not our ego.

Ask the Lord to purify your heart before He reveals your gift. Once He does, use it faithfully and for His glory alone.

Prayer

Father, thank You for the unique gift You have placed in me. I surrender myself to You fully. Reveal my gift in Your perfect time, and help me to use it for the building up of Your Church and the glory of Your name. In Jesus’ name, amen.

God bless you as you seek to walk faithfully in the calling He has placed on your life.

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The Prayer of Jabez: A Message of Hope and Redemption

Shalom, child of God!
Welcome as we study the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ the message that brings hope for both our present and eternal lives. Today, we reflect on a man named Jabez, a man whose story is brief but deeply impactful. We will look at his sincere prayer to God and how God answered him. His story is found in 1 Chronicles 4:9–10. Let us read it together:

“Jabez was more honorable than his brothers; and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, ‘Because I bore him in pain.’

Jabez called upon the God of Israel, saying, ‘Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my border, and that your hand might be with me, and that you would keep me from harm so that it might not bring me pain!’ And God granted what he asked.”
1 Chronicles 4:9–10 (ESV)

The Background of Jabez

From this short passage, we learn that Jabez did not have an easy start in life. His very name“Jabez” means “sorrow” or “pain”, because his mother gave birth to him during a time of deep distress. The Bible does not specify what kind of sorrow she experienced. It could have been due to health issues, financial hardship, personal loss, or emotional suffering. Whatever the cause, it was significant enough for her to name her son after her pain.

In ancient Hebrew culture, names carried deep meaning they were often prophetic or descriptive of a person’s destiny. To be called “Jabez” was to be labeled with pain, grief, and misfortune. People around him likely saw him as someone marked for a troubled life. While others were named Joy, Peace, Grace, or Blessing, he bore a name associated with sorrow, trouble, and misfortune.

A Life That Defied His Name

Despite this heavy burden, Jabez did not accept this fate as final. The Bible tells us he was more honorable than his brothers meaning he lived with integrity, dignity, and fear of the Lord, even when others may have seen him as cursed. Rather than blaming others or giving up, he turned to the only One who could change his destiny: the God of Israel.

His prayer is short but powerful. Let us look again at what he said:

“Oh that you would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, and that your hand might be with me, and that you would keep me from evil, so that it might not bring me pain.”1 Chronicles 4:10 (paraphrased)

Breaking Down His Prayer

Jabez made four bold requests to God:

  1. “Bless me indeed”  He didn’t just want material blessing, but a life touched by God’s favor.
  2. “Enlarge my territory”  Not just land, but influence, opportunities, and capacity to do good.
  3. “Let your hand be with me”  He asked for God’s constant presence and guidance.
  4. “Keep me from evil so that I may not cause pain”  He understood that the true source of sorrow in life is evil sin and disobedience.

This last point is crucial. Jabez didn’t blame his name or past. He identified the real threat to his future: evil, which causes pain both to us and those around us. He asked God to keep him from sin, and the Bible says:

“And God granted what he asked.”
1 Chronicles 4:10 (ESV)

Jabez Knew What Many Today Miss

Jabez realized something that many overlook:
It is not curses, names, or past mistakes that destroy us it is evil (sin) that ruins destinies.

Jesus taught a similar truth:

“But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this defiles a person.
For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false witness, slander.”Matthew 15:18–19 (ESV)

Jabez sought to be pure before God to be protected not just from harm, but from doing harm.

This Message Is for You Today

Maybe, like Jabez, your beginning was painful.
Maybe you were born into spiritual bondage, or you carry labels placed on you by others “thief,” “addict,” “prostitute,” “failure,” “useless,” “cursed.” Perhaps you’ve been called names or even cursed by your own parents. Maybe you’ve inherited spiritual problems through demonic dedications or ungodly family traditions.

But hear this clearly:
Your past does not define your future God does.

Jabez changed his story by seeking God with all his heart, and you can too.

How Can Your Life Change Like Jabez’s?

1.Repent sincerely  Acknowledge your sins and turn from them fully.

“Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out.” Acts 3:19 (ESV)

2.Accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior  Surrender your life to Him.

“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”  2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV)

3.Be baptized biblically  By full immersion in water in the name of Jesus Christ, for the forgiveness of sins.

“Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins…”  Acts 2:38 (ESV)

4.Ask for the Holy Spirit You need God’s power to overcome sin and walk in victory.

“…you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you…”  Acts 1:8 (ESV)

5.Pray like Jabez  Ask God to bless you, guide you, and protect you from evil.

You Can Overcome Every Sin

With the help of the Holy Spirit, you will overcome:

  • Addiction to alcohol, drugs, or pornography
  • Sexual immorality (fornication, adultery, homosexuality)
  • Masturbation and lust
  • Lying, stealing, gossip, anger, jealousy, pride, and more

“No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful… He will also provide the way of escape.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 (ESV)

You Are Not Defined by Your Past

Like Jabez, you can become more honorable than your past, your background, or your name.
Your story is not over. God is willing to write a new chapter for you today.

“Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts.” Hebrews 3:15 (ESV)

Let this be your moment of transformation.

May the Lord bless you, enlarge your territory, walk with you daily, and keep you from all evil. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Testimony of Rick Joyner: A Revelation of True Faithfulness

“This testimony can take you from one level of faith to another.”

Rick Joyner, a well known American evangelist and author, spent 26 years praying that God would take him into the third heaven, just as He did with the Apostle Paul (see 2 Corinthians 12:2).

“I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows.”2 Corinthians 12:2 (ESV)

One day, God answered that persistent prayer. Rick was taken into a heavenly vision, which he later documented in his famous book, The Final Quest, a work that gained widespread recognition worldwide. In it, he describes what he saw concerning the condition of today’s Christians and spiritual realities beyond this life.

For our purposes, let’s focus on one short but powerful portion of that vision  a lesson with deep theological and practical meaning for all believers.

The Vision in Heaven

As Rick was being led by the Lord through heaven, he came to a place where there were many thrones, each radiant with divine glory. Among them, one throne stood out. It was surrounded by angels and adorned more magnificently than the others. Upon this throne sat a great King, whose glory surpassed even that of King Solomon.

As Rick looked closely, he recognized something oddly familiar about the man’s face. He turned to the Lord and said, “Lord, I feel like I’ve seen him before, but I don’t remember where.”

The man, whose name was Angelo, responded, “You did see me once long ago in a vision.”

Suddenly, Rick remembered.

A Forgotten Encounter

Years earlier, as a young man, Rick had gone outside to sit quietly with his Bible, seeking to hear from the Lord. During that time, he had a vision of two people:

  1. The first man was a passionate, well known Christian. He often preached, taught, and prayed for the sick across many places.
  2. The second man was a homeless wanderer, rough and aggressive. Rick remembered seeing him even kicking a stray kitten that crossed his path.

The Lord asked Rick, “Which of these two pleases Me more?”

Confidently, Rick replied, “The first man, of course.”

But the Lord said, “No, it’s the second.”

Surprised, Rick listened as the Lord revealed their backstories:

How God Judges

The first man had every advantage: born into a godly family, raised in a good church, given opportunities to study Scripture deeply. God gave him 100% of grace, but he only used 75% of it.

The second man, Angelo, was born deaf. Abandoned as a child, he was raised in abusive institutions, and eventually ended up on the streets. God, in His mercy, gave him only three small portions of grace  but Angelo used all of them faithfully. He even overcame his violent habits, including his tendency to lash out at animals.

Faithfulness with Little

Rick asked the Lord to tell him more. The Lord explained that Angelo remained faithful even through severe trials. At one point, he nearly starved, but still refused to steal. Instead, he collected cans to sell and bought his food honestly. Occasionally, he was hired for odd cleaning jobs.

Despite being deaf, Angelo learned to read. God led him to read Gospel tracts, and as he read, the Holy Spirit opened his heart. He surrendered his life to Jesus.

Though unable to speak, he deeply desired to share the Gospel. So, he used over half of his small income to distribute Gospel tracts in the streets.

The Fruit of Angelo’s Ministry

Rick asked, “Surely, he must have brought many souls to You, Lord?”

The Lord replied, “Only one.”

A dying drunkard read one of Angelo’s tracts and gave his life to Christ. This one conversion was a great encouragement to Angelo and gave him the strength to continue sharing, even when no one seemed to listen.

“I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”
Luke 15:10 (ESV)

Why Was Angelo Crowned a King in Heaven?

Rick asked, “What made him worthy to sit on such a great throne?”

The Lord answered, “He was faithful with all he was given and overcame everything  to the point of being like Me. He died daily for others.”

Rick pressed further: “But how did he die for You, Lord?”

Jesus replied:

“He overcame the world through My love.”

Angelo didn’t live for himself. Despite having nothing, he was thankful for everything  even a cardboard box, which he used as a place of worship. He loved everyone and everything he encountered  even simple things like an apple brought him more joy than others experience in grand celebrations.

An Unexpected Judgment

Then the Lord shocked Rick.

“You passed by Angelo many times on the streets,” He said. “Once, you even pointed at him and told your friend, ‘These are the kind of people Satan sends to destroy the church.’”

Rick was devastated. “Lord, forgive me,” he pleaded.

“You are already forgiven,” the Lord replied.

The Lord continued:

“Angelo had much to give to My people, but they rejected him. When he visited churches, no one welcomed him. But had they received him, they would have received Me.”

How Did Angelo Die?

The Lord said:

“He died from the cold while trying to save a drunk man on the street.”

Rick then asked, “But Lord, isn’t it only those who die preaching the Gospel who are considered Your martyrs?”

The Lord responded:

“Angelo died for Me every day. He was willing to lay down his life for the sake of others  and that’s the true test of love.”

“If I give away all I have, and if I deliver up my body to be burned, but have not love, I gain nothing.”1 Corinthians 13:3 (ESV)

A Message for Us Today

Many people think that in order to be close to God, they must be like famous preachers or prophets. But God does not measure greatness the way people do. Each of us is given a measure of faith (Romans 12:3), and what matters is not how much, but what you do with what you’ve been given.

Think of it like this:

  • One student is given 10 questions and answers 9 correctly  that’s 90%.
  • Another is given 100 questions and gets 60 correct  only 60%.

Though the second answered more questions, the first was more faithful by percentage. In the same way, faithfulness is what God honors  not quantity, but obedience and integrity with your portion.

“One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much.”Luke 16:10 (ESV)

If you’ve made the decision to follow Christ with all your heart  stay faithful. Your day of reward is coming. The Lord sees every sacrifice, every effort, every moment of obedience, even when no one else does.

And if you’ve been resisting the voice of God in church services, sermons, or testimonies like this one  know that grace doesn’t last forever. One day, rewards will be handed out, and only the faithful will be found worthy.

“Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your master.”
Matthew 25:23 (ESV)

May God bless you and strengthen you to remain faithful  even in little  so that you may be counted worthy in much.

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You Shall Know the Truth, and the Truth Shall Set You Free

(John 8:32)

Many people struggle under the power of darkness, yet the truth remains: no one can be set free unless they personally choose to be free. Even the most anointed prayers or spiritual warfare will not deliver someone who has not made the decision to turn away from darkness.

This is because human will is powerful, and God Himself respects it. The Holy Spirit, though fully able to override human decisions, chooses not to do so. If God doesn’t violate human free will, certainly Satan cannot. When a person decides to remain bound either by sin, bitterness, unbelief, or rebellion no prayer can force their freedom. That is the divine order of free will.

1. Freedom Begins with the Word, Not Just Prayer

Jesus said:

“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32 (ESV)

What is this “truth” that sets us free?

“Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.”John 17:17 (ESV)

According to Jesus Himself, the Word of God is the truth. Therefore, it is not merely prayer, but the Word of God that brings true freedom. Deliverance begins when someone receives and believes the Word, and submits their life to it.

2. Why Preaching and the Gospel Matter

When a person is not yet saved, God does not force them to believe. Instead, He draws them through the power of His Word and His Spirit. He sends preachers (Romans 10:14), He stirs conviction (John 16:8), and He speaks peace and hope to the heart. But ultimately, the person must respond to that call.

Once they believe, then:

“The Spirit of God enters them and they are born again.”  cf. John 3:5-6

But if they refuse to believe, the power of darkness remains in control, no matter how many prayers are made over them.

3. Forgiveness Is Conditional on Your Obedience to the Word

It is very possible to pray for forgiveness, attend church, or even be prayed over by a powerful minister yet still remain in bondage, if you refuse to forgive others.

Jesus taught:

“For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you,
but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.”Matthew 6:14–15 (ESV)

You cannot claim freedom and forgiveness from God while harboring hatred or bitterness. Obedience to the Word is what brings freedom not religious activity or ritual.

4. Why Jesus Gave Us His Word  Not His Face or Wealth

When Jesus ascended, He did not leave behind His physical image, property, or wealth. Instead, He left us His Word (the Bible).

“Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.” Matthew 24:35 (ESV)

That Word is our spiritual inheritance our roadmap to freedom. His words teach us how to live, how to love, how to forgive, and how to overcome.

5. Personal Study of the Word Is Essential

Dear brother or sister, don’t depend solely on sermons or church meetings. Open the Bible for yourself. Read it chapter by chapter, with a hunger to know the truth. The Holy Spirit will teach you.

“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit… will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.”
John 14:26 (ESV)

“Now these Jews were more noble… for they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.”Acts 17:11 (ESV)

6. The Gift of the Holy Spirit Is for All Believers

God’s promise of the Holy Spirit is not for a select few it is for everyone who believes and repents:

“Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”Acts 2:38–39 (ESV)

7. Don’t Be Led by Fear or Superstition

If you don’t know God’s Word, you’ll fall into every kind of fear and false teaching:
Fear of food
Fear of trees
Fear of dreams
Fear of “stolen stars” and “witchcraft spirits”

You may be drawn into occult like prayers, spiritual manipulation, or “star restoration” rituals all rooted in fear, not faith.

“Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons.”1 Timothy 4:1 (ESV)

Many of these teachings claim to be Christian, but in reality, they distract believers from the gospel and keep them bound in fear and ignorance.

8. Beware of the False Prosperity Gospel

Some preachers only teach about money, wealth, and blessings, using isolated Bible verses to promote materialism. These messages often lack teachings on the Cross, repentance, or holiness.

Yet:

“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.”Hebrews 12:14 (ESV)

If you always leave a church service feeling eager to prove your enemies wrong instead of desiring to grow closer to God that is a red flag. You may be under the influence of a false gospel.

The devil also promises instant wealth:

He showed Jesus “all the kingdoms of the world in a moment of time” and said, “To you I will give all this authority and their glory… If you, then, will worship me, it will all be yours.”Luke 4:5–7 (ESV)

Jesus refused, knowing that God’s blessings take time and come with obedience.

“Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.”Proverbs 13:11 (ESV)

9. Now Is the Time to Surrender to Christ

If you’ve never surrendered your life to Jesus, do not delay. Tomorrow is not guaranteed.

Repent of your sins and believe the gospel. Then be baptized:

“Repent and be baptized… in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:38 (ESV)

Let the Word of God transform you daily. That is the truth that will set you free.

  • No one can be delivered unless they choose to be free.
  • The Word of God is the truth that sets us free not rituals, not prayers alone.
  • Unforgiveness blocks your freedom.
  • Study the Bible yourself don’t rely only on others.
  • Beware of teachings based on fear or quick riches.
  • The Holy Spirit is for everyone who truly repents and believes.

“You shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free.”

John 8:32

 May God bless you as you seek Him in His Word.

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The Marriage Supper of the Lamb: An Invitation You Must Not Miss

In today’s world, wedding celebrations are common and culturally significant. But have you ever tried to attend a wedding without an invitation? You’d likely be turned away at the gate. Even more, some invitations require a contribution or participation in planning  otherwise, even with the invitation in hand, you may still not be allowed in.

This earthly reality gives us a powerful glimpse into what awaits in eternity. The Bible speaks of a heavenly banquet  the Marriage Supper of the Lamb  a glorious event prepared by God Himself for His Son, Jesus Christ, and His bride, the Church. This is no ordinary feast. It is the ultimate celebration of love, union, and victory, and participation is by invitation only  and that invitation comes with conditions.

The Wedding in Heaven Begins with a Covenant on Earth

Just like earthly weddings require a marriage covenant before the celebration, the same principle applies spiritually. Jesus, the Lamb of God, must first unite with His bride  those who have truly surrendered their lives to Him  before the celebration in heaven begins.

This union begins here on earth when a person makes the conscious decision to follow Christ, repents of their sins, and is baptized in water in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38). At that point, they enter into a covenant relationship with Christ and become eligible for the wedding supper.

Blessed Are Those Who Are Invited

The Bible does not use the word blessed lightly when referring to this event:

“And the angel said to me, ‘Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.’ And he said to me, ‘These are the true words of God.’”
Revelation 19:9 (ESV)

The word blessed (Greek: makarios) means more than just “happy.” It denotes someone who is highly favored, fortunate, and eternally privileged. According to Scripture, many who call themselves Christians will miss this invitation  not because they never heard the Gospel, but because they did not respond appropriately.

“For many are called, but few are chosen.”
Matthew 22:14 (KJV)

The Bride Must Be Ready and Clothed in Righteousness

Scripture emphasizes that the bride must be prepared and properly dressed  not in casual clothes, but in fine, radiant linen.

“Let us rejoice and exult and give Him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His Bride has made herself ready; it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure  for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints.”
Revelation 19:7–8 (ESV)

Salvation is not just a confession  it is a transformed life. The “wedding garment” represents the righteous acts of those who have been sanctified. If your life doesn’t reflect holiness, you may be holding an invitation you cannot use.

“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.”Hebrews 12:14 (ESV)

Empty Confession Is Not Enough

Just as one cannot attend a wedding without both an invitation and proper preparation, so too one cannot claim salvation yet continue living in sin: drunkenness, pornography, gossip, hatred, fornication, and so on. The Bible warns that those who live this way will not inherit the kingdom of God (Galatians 5:19–21).

If the Rapture happened today  and it could  only the wise virgins (Matthew 25:1–13) would enter into the celebration. The rest  even some believers  would remain on earth to face the Great Tribulation under the Antichrist’s reign.

Not Every Churchgoer Will Be the Bride

Even nature teaches us. The moon, a biblical symbol for the Church, doesn’t always appear whole. Sometimes it’s a crescent, sometimes a half moon. In the same way, not everyone in the Church is part of the Bride. Just as some nations and religions use the crescent moon and star as symbols, this prophetically illustrates that only a small portion of the Church  the pure, holy remnant  will be taken up with Christ.

Jesus will not rapture the entire “church” as seen by men. He will rapture His Bride, the faithful few who have kept themselves pure and ready (Ephesians 5:27).

The Parable of the Great Banquet

Jesus gave us a sobering parable about the Kingdom of God:

“But they all alike began to make excuses…”Luke 14:18 (ESV)

Those who were originally invited to the banquet began to make excuses  business, relationships, possessions. This mirrors how many today neglect the Gospel. So the Master sends His servants to invite the poor, the crippled, the blind, and the lame  those the world rejects, but who humbly accept God’s invitation.

“For I tell you, none of those men who were invited shall taste my banquet.”Luke 14:24 (ESV)

A Loving Warning Don’t Be Left Behind

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
Jeremiah 29:11 (ESV)

God calls us today not to scare us, but to save us. Imagine the horror of realizing the Rapture has occurred  that others are in glorified bodies rejoicing in the presence of Jesus, while you’re still here on earth, facing the coming wrath and judgment. Don’t let that be your story.

“Then will appear in heaven the sign of the Son of Man… and all the tribes of the earth will mourn…”Matthew 24:30 (ESV)

The Spirit and the Bride Say, “Come!”

Even now, the Bride  the faithful Church  cries out with the Holy Spirit:

“The Spirit and the Bride say, ‘Come.’ And let the one who hears say, ‘Come.’ And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price.”Revelation 22:17 (ESV)

You can lose everything in this life  wealth, relationships, opportunities  but do not lose your invitation to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb. Eternity is at stake. Now is the time to repent, be baptized, and live a holy life as a true disciple of Jesus Christ.

“Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts.”Hebrews 3:15 (ESV)

May the Lord bless you and give you the strength to prepare. The invitation has been sent will you accept it?

 

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“Abide in Me, and I in You”

Shalom, child of God.
Welcome to today’s reflection on God’s Word. Our topic is taken from the words of Jesus Christ:

“Abide in Me, and I in you.”(John 15:4)

These words were spoken by our Lord Jesus while teaching the Jews, shortly before His crucifixion. He emphasized the importance of intimate spiritual union with Him.

Let us begin with John 6:53–56, where Jesus speaks profoundly about abiding in Him:

“Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood, you have no life in you. Whoever feeds on My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day. For My flesh is true food, and My blood is true drink. Whoever feeds on My flesh and drinks My blood abides in Me, and I in him.”(John 6:53–56, ESV)

And again in:

“Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.”(John 15:4, ESV)

Understanding “Abide in Me”

This phrase may seem mysterious at first, but consider this simple illustration:

Imagine a bucket full of water, and you lower a glass into it. The glass is in the water, and water is in the glass. You cannot separate the two. To reach the glass, you must go through the water and inside the glass, there’s also water.

That is what Jesus means: When we are in Him, He surrounds us externally, and at the same time, He dwells within us. He becomes our spiritual covering and our indwelling presence. When this union exists, what is happening outside us spiritually is also happening inside there is no contradiction.

No One Else Can Offer This Kind of Relationship

There is no other being not Satan, not human wisdom, not money, not possessions that can offer this kind of total care for both the body and the soul.

  • Satan may offer wealth, but not peace of heart.
  • Human beings may offer external security, but not spiritual protection.
  • Doctors may heal the body, but cannot restore a broken spirit (cf. Proverbs 18:14).
  • Possessions can guard your home, but cannot protect your soul from demonic attack.

Only Jesus Christ is the true physician of the soul. Only He can reach the deepest pain, the deepest fear, and the deepest need of the human heart. Only He has been anointed by God to deal with the matters of the spirit, as Isaiah prophesied:

“The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon Me,
because the LORD has anointed Me
to bring good news to the poor;
He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted,
to proclaim liberty to the captives,
and the opening of the prison to those who are bound;
to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor,
and the day of vengeance of our God;
to comfort all who mourn…(”Isaiah 61:1–2, ESV)

This prophecy was fulfilled in Jesus Christ alone (see Luke 4:18–21). He is not honored by religious fanfare, but by the truth of His person and mission. God has approved Him and so have those who have encountered His power. There is no one like Him, and nothing is impossible for Him (cf. Luke 1:37).

This Message Is for You

Whether you’re reading this with a burdened heart, uncertainty, guilt, fear, or pain know this: The solution is not in a preacher, a doctor, or a witchdoctor. The only solution is Jesus Christ living inside you.

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with Me.”(Revelation 3:20, ESV)

He is knocking on your heart today.

Like that glass in the bucket of water, Jesus wants to come into you, and surround you on the outside protecting, comforting, healing, restoring.

What Must You Do?

You don’t need to go to a prophet or a pastor. Right now, where you are, begin to reflect:

  • Look back at your life.
  • Consider your past sins, your current struggles, your fears, your pain.
  • Humbly speak to Him.
  • Ask Him to forgive you and wash you clean.
  • Invite Him to carry the weight of your sin and pain.

He is faithful and just and will forgive you (1 John 1:9). Then, respond to His command:

“Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”(Acts 2:38, ESV)

Just as medicine must be applied according to the doctor’s instructions, spiritual healing must follow Jesus’ instructions. He has ordained baptism by immersion in His name as part of the remission of sins. After this, He promises the gift of the Holy Spirit, who will help you walk in truth and victory over sin.

This is being born again (John 3:3–5), and entering into God’s royal priesthood, His holy nation, His eternal family (1 Peter 2:9).

A Life in Christ: Surrounded and Filled

When Christ lives in you and you live in Him:

  • Your prayers will be heard (John 15:7)
  • Your soul will be satisfied (John 4:14)
  • Your fears will be overcome (2 Timothy 1:7)
  • Your purpose will be restored
  • And you will bear fruit that glorifies God (John 15:8)

“In that day you will know that I am in My Father, and you in Me, and I in you.”(John 14:20, ESV)

This is the promise of Jesus to be in you, and for you to be in Him. Let nothing delay your response.

Are you ready to give your life to Christ? He calls you today.

If you’re willing, speak to Him in prayer. Surrender. Repent. Accept Him. Then, seek baptism as He commanded. And begin your journey of true life a life in Christ, and Christ in you.

“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”(2 Corinthians 5:17, ESV)

May the Lord bless you and lead you into all truth.

Jesus Christ is the answer today, and forever.

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The Shepherds of the Lord in the Fields(Luke 2:8–20,)

Throughout history, the Jewish people eagerly anticipated the arrival of the Messiah  the Anointed One who would redeem Israel. They studied the Scriptures, watched the signs, and hoped for His coming. Yet, when Jesus was finally born, very few recognized the moment. Why? Because God’s revelation came only to a select few  people whose hearts were pure and whose lives were aligned with God’s will.

We see this pattern in Luke chapters 1 and 2. Those who first recognized Jesus’ birth were individuals like Zechariah and Elizabeth (Luke 1:5–6), Simeon (Luke 2:25–32), Joseph (Matthew 1:20–21), and the prophetess Anna (Luke 2:36–38). The Bible tells us these were righteous and devout people, “walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless” (Luke 1:6, NKJV). They were spiritually alert and faithfully waiting for the promised Savior. God honored their spiritual diligence by revealing His greatest gift — the birth of Christ.

But God also extended this revelation to two unexpected groups: the wise men from the East (Matthew 2:1–12) and the shepherds in the fields (Luke 2:8–20). These were not priests, scribes, or temple officials. The wise men were Gentiles — likely astrologers or scholars who interpreted celestial signs. The shepherds, on the other hand, were common laborers, often looked down upon in society. Despite their humble status, God chose to reveal the Messiah’s birth to them first. Why?

Let’s look at Luke 2:8–12 (NKJV):

“Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid.
Then the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.
For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.'”

Why shepherds? Theologically, shepherds symbolize leadership, sacrifice, and care  all traits of Jesus Himself, who later called Himself “the Good Shepherd” (John 10:11, NKJV). Jesus wasn’t born in a palace, but in a manger, surrounded by animals. His humble birth matched the setting of a shepherd  someone used to the dirt, discomfort, and sacrifice of caring for others.

If God had revealed this news to tax collectors, officials, or royalty, they may have dismissed it or failed to appreciate the significance of a child born in a stable. But the shepherds understood  not just practically, but symbolically. They were used to hardship, night watches, and sacrificial service. That night, God entrusted the message of salvation to them.

When the angels left, the shepherds responded immediately:

Luke 2:15–16 (NKJV):
“Let us now go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has come to pass, which the Lord has made known to us. And they came with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the Babe lying in a manger.”

Their response was obedience. They left their flocks  their livelihood  to pursue God’s revelation. After witnessing the Savior, they became the first evangelists of Christ’s birth, spreading the news of what they had seen and heard (Luke 2:17–18).

This story holds deep prophetic meaning. Just as few recognized Jesus’ first coming, so too will few be prepared for His second coming. Jesus Himself said in:

Matthew 24:44 (NKJV):
“Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”

And like in His first coming, His return will not be announced with fanfare to the masses, but perceived first by those spiritually awake  those, like the shepherds, who live in watchfulness and obedience.

Furthermore, the shepherds represent faithful ministers and leaders in the Church today  pastors, evangelists, teachers  those tending God’s flock (1 Peter 5:2–4). These spiritual shepherds often work unnoticed, in the background, dealing with the “messiness” of ministry  heartaches, struggles, and sacrifices. Yet the Bible promises that when the Chief Shepherd appears, they will “receive the crown of glory that does not fade away” (1 Peter 5:4, NKJV).

If you are serving God in such a way  teaching, caring, sacrificing  be encouraged. The same glory that shone around the shepherds in the fields will shine on you when Christ returns. It may not be glamorous work now, but heaven takes note.

In conclusion:

  • God bypassed the proud and chose the humble.

  • He did not reveal His Son in the temple, but in a stable.

  • He did not appear first to kings, but to shepherds.

  • He honors those who quietly and faithfully serve.

Keep watch, just like those shepherds. Stay faithful to your calling. When the glory of the Lord appears again, you will be among the first to rejoice.

Revelation 22:12 (NKJV):
“And behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work.”

Be encouraged. Stay faithful. The glory is coming.

 

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A HEART TURNED TOWARD GOD

2 Chronicles 16:9 (ESV): “For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.”

When we study the stories of kings in the Bible, we encounter King Asa of Judah. The Scriptures describe him as a king who walked in the path of righteousness and sought to bring his nation into holiness. Asa removed all the male cult prostitutes and idols from the land of Judah, destroying the altars and sacred pillars set up by his ancestors (1 Kings 15:9–15). He was a king whose trust in God was evident in every decision, and God granted him great success.

At one point, Asa discovered that his mother had set up idols and was worshiping foreign gods. Despite her position as queen mother—a highly respected role in that era, where she was customarily seated beside the king—Asa removed her from her position. This was unprecedented in Israel’s history; no other king had dared to humiliate his mother to protect the honor of God. Asa prioritized God’s glory over human respect, showing a heart fully committed to the Lord.

Application: We too are challenged to weigh the advice and influence of others—even parents—against God’s Word. As Asa showed, our allegiance must ultimately be to God (Acts 5:29: “We must obey God rather than human beings!”).

Asa removed all idols from Judah and Benjamin, entering into a covenant with God that he and his people would seek the Lord wholeheartedly, with all their mind and strength. He proclaimed throughout Judah that anyone who would not seek the Lord, the Creator of heaven and earth, would be put to death without mercy, whether young or old, male or female. This demonstrates the seriousness of committing fully to God and purging evil from our lives.

God was pleased with Asa. He gave him peace from surrounding enemies for a long time, and whenever enemies rose against him, God granted him resounding victory and abundant spoils, increasing his wealth and instilling fear in his adversaries. He strengthened Judah with fortified cities, towers, gates, and walls, ensuring the kingdom’s stability for many years.

However, God, through the prophet Hanani, later warned Asa (2 Chronicles 16:7–9, ESV):

“In the same year Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah and said to him: ‘Because you relied on the king of Aram and not on the LORD your God, the army of the king of Aram has escaped you. Were not the Cushites and Libyans a mighty army with great numbers of chariots and horsemen? Yet because you relied on the LORD, he delivered them into your hand. For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. You have done a foolish thing; therefore from now on you will be at war.’”

Despite Asa’s long history of faithfulness, he turned to human alliances instead of continuing to trust God alone. This demonstrates a critical spiritual truth: even a godly life can be marred by moments of reliance on human strength rather than divine power. God desires wholehearted devotion, not partial trust.

Spiritual Lesson for Today:

God’s eyes are searching the earth for hearts fully devoted to Him, ready to demonstrate His power through them. Like Asa, we are called to trust God in every situation (Proverbs 3:5–6).

Do not turn to human solutions or rely on worldly powers for protection or success. Place your complete trust in God, your Creator.

Remove all idols and sin from your life. Anything that hinders your devotion to God must be cut off (1 Corinthians 10:21).

God will honor hearts fully committed to Him, strengthen us in trials, and reveal His power through our obedience.

If you have not yet surrendered your life to God, the door of grace is still open. The blood of Jesus Christ is effective now, offering forgiveness and transformation. Commit your life fully to Christ, repent from sin, and be baptized in the name of Jesus to receive the indwelling Holy Spirit (Acts 2:38). As your heart aligns with God’s will, His power will manifest in your life, just as it did for King Asa.

 

 

 

 

 

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Has Your Mind Been Opened?

Introduction

Many believers today long for a personal, tangible encounter with Jesus — to hear His voice audibly, to see His face, to walk with Him physically. But Scripture reveals something greater than outward experience: the inner revelation of Christ through His Word.

After His resurrection, Jesus appeared to two disciples walking to Emmaus, yet they didn’t recognize Him. Why? Because their spiritual perception was not yet opened — a condition common even among believers today.

Let’s revisit that powerful story — and ask ourselves: Has Jesus opened our minds to understand the Scriptures?

1. The Walk to Emmaus – Jesus Draws Near

📖 Luke 24:13–16 (NIV)

“Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him.”

Jesus didn’t appear with angelic light or divine power — He simply walked with them in the form of a man. They were discussing Him, and where two or three gather in His name, He is present (Matthew 18:20). This shows us that Christ honors spiritual fellowship.

Yet the disciples couldn’t recognize Him — not because He looked different, but because “they were kept from recognizing him.” (v. 16). This signifies that spiritual blindness is not due to lack of information, but lack of divine revelation.

2. Jesus Reveals Himself Through Scripture

📖 Luke 24:25–27 (NIV)

“He said to them, ‘How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?’ And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself.”

Notice: Jesus didn’t first reveal Himself physically — He revealed Himself through the Word.

🔎 Theological Insight:
Jesus could have said, “It’s Me! Look at My face!” But He didn’t. Why? Because faith that is grounded in sight is weak (John 20:29). Faith that is grounded in Scripture is lasting and fruitful (Romans 10:17).

Here, Jesus affirms the authority and unity of the Old Testament — showing that from Moses (Torah) to the Prophets, the entire Hebrew Bible points to Himself (cf. John 5:39).

3. Their Hearts Burned Within Them

📖 Luke 24:32 (NIV)

“They asked each other, ‘Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?’”

When Jesus expounds the Word, it ignites spiritual hunger, recognition, and conviction. This inner burning is the witness of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:16), stirring believers toward deeper understanding and love for Christ.

4. Recognition Comes Through Fellowship and the Word

📖 Luke 24:30–31 (NIV)

“When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight.”

It was not sight, but shared communion — centered around the breaking of bread, that opened their eyes. This is deeply symbolic of:

  • The Lord’s Supper (Luke 22:19)
  • The body of Christ given for us
  • The fellowship of believers (Acts 2:42)

Recognition of Christ becomes clear when we share the table with Him and embrace the Word He reveals.

5. Jesus Desires Us to Know Him Through the Word

📖 Luke 24:44–45 (NIV)

“He said to them, ‘This is what I told you while I was still with you: everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.’ Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.”

🔎 Theological Insight:
This moment fulfills Deuteronomy 29:4:
“But to this day the LORD has not given you a mind that understands or eyes that see or ears that hear.”

But now, in Christ, this veil is removed (2 Corinthians 3:14–16). He opens our minds (Greek: dianoigō – “to open thoroughly”) to grasp the full counsel of God revealed in Scripture.

Jesus wants us to understand His person and mission not merely through experiences, but through Scripture. This is why biblical literacy is not optional — it is the foundation of Christian discipleship.

6. The Danger of Seeking Signs Over Scripture

Even after seeing Jesus risen, many disciples still doubted (Luke 24:37–41).
Thomas demanded visible proof (John 20:25), but Jesus responded, “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” (John 20:29, NIV)

Even Judas, who lived with Jesus for years, saw His miracles and heard His teachings, still betrayed Him (Luke 22:3–6).
Miracles don’t change hearts — only the Word of God, revealed by the Holy Spirit, can do that (Hebrews 4:12).

7. The Call to Spiritual Fellowship and Bible Study

“Where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” — Matthew 18:20 (NIV)
“Let us not give up meeting together… but encouraging one another — and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” — Hebrews 10:25 (NIV)

Just as the two on the road to Emmaus experienced Christ when walking and talking together about Him, we too encounter Jesus when we engage in Spirit-led Bible study and fellowship. Christ honors gatherings focused on His name and His Word.

Conclusion: Has Jesus Opened Your Mind?

If you find yourself uninterested in reading the Bible — or struggling to understand it — ask Jesus to open your mind, as He did for the disciples.

But remember:

  • He reveals Himself to those who seek Him in His Word, not just in images or emotional experiences.
  • Faith is not built on seeing, but on hearing the Word (Romans 10:17).
  • The true face of Christ is found in the Scriptures (2 Corinthians 4:6).

If Jesus wanted us to follow His image, He would have left us a picture. Instead, He left us the living Word — and the Holy Spirit to illuminate it.

So Ask Yourself Today:

  • Am I seeking Jesus through His face — or through His Word?
  • Do I love the Jesus of the Scriptures?
  • Am I obeying His teachings?
  • Do I fellowship with other believers to seek Him together?
  • Has my heart been stirred by the Scriptures?
  • Has He opened my mind?

A Prayer to Conclude:

“Lord Jesus, open my mind to understand Your Word. Stir my heart as You did for the disciples on the road to Emmaus. Help me to seek You not through feelings or images, but through the living and enduring truth of Scripture. Let my eyes be opened to see You in every page, and my heart burn with love for You. Amen.”

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May the Lord bless you and those you encourage with this word.

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Eternal Chains of Darkness

Luke 8:30–33 (NIV)

Jesus asked him, “What is your name?”
“Legion,” he replied, because many demons had gone into him.
And they begged Jesus repeatedly not to order them to go into the Abyss.
A large herd of pigs was feeding there on the hillside. The demons begged Jesus to let them go into the pigs, and He gave them permission.
When the demons came out of the man, they went into the pigs, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and was drowned.

Understanding the Abyss and Eternal Chains

Shalom, beloved of God!

Praise the Lord for another day of life and grace. Today, we reflect on a powerful moment from Jesus’ earthly ministry—His encounter with a man possessed by many demons after crossing the Sea of Galilee.

As we read in Luke 8, the demons were terrified of being sent into the Abyss (Greek: abussos), also referred to as the bottomless pit or hell’s prison. They begged Jesus not to send them there, which shows us an important truth: even demons fear the place God has prepared for their judgment.

Why were they so afraid of the Abyss? Because it is a real, dreadful place of confinement, where some fallen angels and demons are already imprisoned, awaiting the final judgment.

2 Peter 2:4
“For if God did not spare the angels when they sinned, but sent them to hell, putting them in chains of darkness to be held for judgment…”

Jude 1:6
“And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own abode, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the judgment of the great day.”

This tells us that some demons are already locked away in the Abyss, while others still roam the earth under God’s permission. Even the demons that possessed the man in Luke 8 preferred to be cast into pigs rather than go into that prison-like place. That alone shows how terrible the Abyss is.

Why Do Some Demons Still Roam Free?

Not all demons are currently in chains. Some, like Satan and others, still have limited freedom to operate on the earth for a time. But their fate is sealed.

Revelation 20:1–3
“And I saw an angel coming down out of heaven, having the key to the Abyss and holding in his hand a great chain. He seized the dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil, or Satan, and bound him for a thousand years. He threw him into the Abyss…”

In the end, even Satan will be locked in the Abyss for 1,000 years. Afterward, he will be released for a short time before his final destruction in the lake of fire.

Where Do Demons Dwell Now?

Demons do not have a resting place on earth. They are restless spirits seeking to enter people.

Matthew 12:43–45
“When an impure spirit comes out of a person, it goes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’”

Jesus reveals here that when a demon leaves someone, it wanders through dry, desolate places, symbolizing spiritual barrenness. It finds no peace outside a host. That’s why demons are always seeking to inhabit human bodies—they are in torment without a home.

But when a person opens their heart to Jesus, the Holy Spirit comes to dwell within them. That person becomes God’s temple (1 Corinthians 6:19), and demons have no place there.

Warning Against Making Our Bodies a Dwelling for Evil Spirits

Anyone who continues in unrepented sin—such as idolatry, sexual immorality, witchcraft, and rebellion—is at risk of becoming a dwelling place for demons.

Ephesians 4:27
“Do not give the devil a foothold.”

Galatians 5:19–21
“The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery… idolatry and witchcraft… those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God.”

A person who allows such sin in their life essentially opens the door for unclean spirits to enter. And if they die in that state, they will join those who are already in the Abyss, awaiting the final judgment.

The Final Judgment: Eternal Fire

Revelation 20:14–15
“Then death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. The lake of fire is the second death. Anyone whose name was not found written in the book of life was thrown into the lake of fire.”

This is the final destination for the devil, his demons, and all who reject God’s salvation. Even those from ancient times—like the people of Noah’s generation and those of Sodom and Gomorrah—are now being held in chains, awaiting this very judgment.

Jude 1:7
“Just as Sodom and Gomorrah… serve as an example by undergoing the punishment of eternal fire.”

God’s Mercy Is Still Available

In the Old Testament, being possessed by a demon was a death sentence:

Leviticus 20:27
“A man or woman who is a medium or spiritist among you must be put to death.”

But under the New Covenant, Jesus came to set captives free. Anyone can be delivered from demonic bondage by repenting, believing in the gospel, being baptized, and receiving the Holy Spirit.

Final Exhortation

Satan and his demons roam the earth looking for a place to dwell—don’t let it be in you. Make your body a temple of the Holy Spirit by surrendering fully to Jesus. Test every spirit and every teaching (1 John 4:1), and let the Holy Spirit guide your entire life.

If you’ve been blessed by this message, share it with someone else. Let us live watchful, holy lives as we await the return of our Lord.

God bless you.

 
 
 

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