“All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows who the Son is except the Father, or who the Father is except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.”
This verse highlights the exclusive authority and divine knowledge shared between the Father and the Son. Jesus is not merely a prophet—He is the eternal Son of God, uniquely qualified to reveal the Father. Salvation and knowledge of God come through Him alone (John 14:6).
“Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God.”
This passage occurs just before Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. It confirms Christ’s pre-existence, divine mission, and authority over all creation—a clear affirmation of His divinity. He is the Alpha and the Omega (Revelation 22:13), returning to the glory He shared with the Father before the world began (John 17:5).
In this vision, the apostle John sees a scroll in the right hand of God the Father, sealed with seven seals. No one in heaven or on earth is worthy to open it—except the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ.
This scene reveals two key theological truths:
When a believer dies today, their soul goes to Paradise—a place of peace and rest in the presence of God, also referred to as Abraham’s bosom (Luke 16:22–25). This is not yet the final, eternal heaven described in Revelation 21–22, but a temporary dwelling in God’s presence.
“Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.”
This affirms that believers immediately enter into conscious fellowship with Christ upon death, though the resurrection of the body awaits Christ’s return (1 Thessalonians 4:13–18).
It is biblically sound to say that the heavenly city—the New Jerusalem—is not yet occupied by the saints in bodily form. Jesus ascended to the Father and is now seated at His right hand (Hebrews 1:3), preparing a place for His people.
“My Father’s house has many rooms… I am going there to prepare a place for you… I will come back and take you to be with me.”
This suggests that the final destination of believers is still being prepared and will be unveiled at Christ’s Second Coming (cf. Revelation 21:2). While the souls of the righteous are with the Lord, their final glorified state (resurrected bodies in a new heaven and new earth) is yet to be realized (Romans 8:23).
Even those who were taken without dying—Enoch (Genesis 5:24) and Elijah (2 Kings 2:11)—were taken into Paradise, not the final heaven. This aligns with Jesus’ statement:
“No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven—the Son of Man.”
At the time Jesus spoke these words, no human had entered the fullness of God’s heavenly dwelling, except Christ Himself, who came from there.
Many believers have claimed to see heaven through dreams or visions. While we don’t dismiss the possibility of God-given visions (Joel 2:28; Acts 2:17), it’s crucial to interpret them rightly.
Visions are symbolic. They are spiritual revelations, not literal visits.
Just as John saw “streets of gold” and “gates of pearl” (Revelation 21:21), these symbols reflect divine glory, purity, and majesty—not necessarily physical descriptions. People may see images of heavenly beauty, but that does not mean they’ve physically been there. It’s similar to watching a video of a foreign country—you’ve seen it, but you haven’t actually been there.
God speaks through symbols to communicate truths that surpass human language (1 Corinthians 2:9–10).
Many of the heroes of faith—Abraham, Moses, David—have not yet received the fullness of God’s promise.
“These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised, since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect.”
The saints who died in faith are waiting for the resurrection, when all God’s people will be glorified together (Romans 8:17; Philippians 3:20–21). This will occur at the Second Coming of Christ, when the dead in Christ will rise, and those who are alive will be caught up (raptured) to meet the Lord (1 Thessalonians 4:16–17).
The return of Christ and the rapture of the Church will be a glorious event for the faithful—but a moment of terror and regret for those who missed their opportunity.
Jesus warned of this day repeatedly:
“Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
For those left behind, eternal separation from God awaits—a place the Bible calls the lake of fire (Revelation 20:15).
Repent. Turn back to God today. If you’re reading this and know you’re not walking with Christ—don’t delay. The invitation to salvation is still open, but it will not last forever.
“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise… He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”
Let us not live as if this world is our home. Jesus is preparing something far greater—new bodies, a new heaven, and a new earth (Revelation 21:1–5). But only those who remain faithful and are found in Him will share in that glory.
We are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses (Hebrews 12:1). Let’s run our race with perseverance, fix our eyes on Jesus, and not grow weary. Paradise is real, heaven is being prepared, and Jesus is coming soon.
Will you be ready?
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The Lord Jesus taught us a very unique and comprehensive prayer — the Lord’s Prayer — a prayer that contains every essential element we need in our communication with God. In that prayer, there is a phrase that says:
“Your Kingdom come.” (Matthew 6:10)
Have you ever paused to reflect on why Jesus taught us to pray for the Kingdom to come? This implies that there is a Kingdom that has not yet fully come — the Kingdom of Heaven. What we see physically often mirrors what exists spiritually. In the physical world, we see many kingdoms and nations, each striving to be greater and more powerful than the other.
But if all humans came from one man, Adam, why then do we have so many divided kingdoms? Why is there not one unified global kingdom?
The answer lies in the spiritual conflict of kingdoms that began before the creation of the world.
Just as a home cannot have two fathers, so too the world cannot have two ruling kingdoms without conflict and destruction. That’s why chaos, wars, and moral decay continue in our world — because two opposing kingdoms are at work: the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan.
Before creation, God established His Kingdom in Heaven — a perfect, holy, and orderly realm. The Bible says:
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1)
Heaven was not formless or void; it was the dwelling place of holy angels, structured under divine order. Among the highest angels were Michael, Gabriel, and Lucifer (Satan) — beings of great beauty and wisdom (Ezekiel 28:12–14).
Lucifer was created as a covering cherub, anointed and appointed to oversee worship and leadership among the angels. But pride entered his heart. Seeing his own beauty and wisdom, he desired to exalt himself and establish his own throne:
“You said in your heart, ‘I will ascend to heaven; I will raise my throne above the stars of God… I will make myself like the Most High.’”— Isaiah 14:13–14
Lucifer’s pride turned him from worship to rebellion. He convinced many angels to follow him, forming a counterfeit kingdom in opposition to God. But his rebellion was swiftly judged — he fell like lightning from Heaven:
“I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.”— Luke 10:18
This fall was sudden and irreversible — a divine act showing that no creature can exalt itself against the Creator.
The prophet Ezekiel provides a profound revelation of Satan’s fall:
“You were in Eden, the garden of God… You were blameless in your ways from the day you were created till wickedness was found in you… So I drove you in disgrace from the mount of God.”— Ezekiel 28:13–16
And Isaiah writes:
“How you have fallen from heaven, O morning star, son of the dawn! You have been cast down to the earth, you who once laid low the nations.”— Isaiah 14:12
Lucifer, once radiant and honored, was cast out of God’s holy presence. His kingdom — built on pride, deception, and rebellion — became the kingdom of darkness, reigning over fallen angels and influencing the world.
When God created the earth, He established His Kingdom again through Adam, giving him dominion over all creation (Genesis 1:26–28). The Garden of Eden was the earthly reflection of God’s heavenly order.
But Satan, now cast to the earth, deceived humanity. Through sin, Adam forfeited the authority God had given him, and Satan became “the ruler of this world” (John 12:31). Since then, all earthly kingdoms that reject God’s rule operate under Satan’s influence.
This is why Jesus, during His temptation, was shown “all the kingdoms of the world” by Satan, who said:
“All this authority I will give You, and their glory; for this has been delivered to me.”— Luke 4:6
Indeed, Satan rules the systems of this fallen world — politics, culture, and false religions — through deception. But his reign is temporary.
Satan knows his time is short (Revelation 12:12). His strategy is to spread pride, immorality, and rebellion — the very sins that caused his own fall — among men, so that many may share in his destruction.
Just as his fall was sudden, so too will be the final collapse of his kingdom. Paul warns:
“While people are saying, ‘Peace and safety,’ destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.”— 1 Thessalonians 5:3
The world today boasts of scientific advancement, global unity, and human rights, claiming that peace and progress will sustain humanity for millennia. But Scripture declares otherwise — the kingdoms of this world will fall, just as Babylon fell overnight when the mysterious hand wrote on the wall:
“MENE, MENE, TEKEL, PARSIN.”— Daniel 5:25–28
In one night, Babylon’s empire collapsed — a prophetic image of how swiftly Satan’s world order will end.
When the seventh trumpet sounds, Heaven will proclaim:
“The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.”— Revelation 11:15
This marks the final overthrow of Satan’s dominion and the establishment of Christ’s eternal reign — a Kingdom of righteousness, peace, and truth.
Therefore, dear believer, do not be deceived by the glitter of this world. Its kingdoms are perishing. The world’s beauty, power, and fame are fleeting — but the Kingdom of God endures forever.
Let us seek that Kingdom first:
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”— Matthew 6:33
Be ready. The fall of Satan’s kingdom will be sudden — like lightning. But those who belong to Christ will reign with Him forever.
Do not follow the course of this world, nor be lulled by its apparent prosperity. Instead, fix your eyes on the coming King — Jesus Christ, who will soon return in glory to destroy the kingdom of darkness and establish His righteous rule upon the earth.
“For yet in a very little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay.”— Hebrews 10:37
Prepare your heart, walk in holiness, and proclaim this truth — that others may escape the sudden destruction and enter the everlasting Kingdom of Light.
May the Lord bless you and keep you ready for His coming. Amen.
“Truly I tell you, anyone who gives you a cup of water in my name because you belong to Christ will certainly not lose their reward. And if anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them if a large millstone were hung around their neck and they were thrown into the sea.”
The Lord Jesus spoke these words to show the seriousness of our conduct toward those who believe in Him. Earlier, He said that signs will follow those who believe:
“In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; they will pick up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.” (Mark 16:17–18)
But alongside those miraculous signs, there are also spiritual consequences — rewards for obedience and curses for disobedience — that accompany believers.
When a person believes in Christ, repents of sin, and receives the Holy Spirit, God places upon them a heavenly reward — a divine mark in the spiritual realm. Whoever blesses such a believer shares in their blessing. Jesus said,
“Whoever receives you receives Me, and whoever receives Me receives Him who sent Me.” (Matthew 10:40)
Thus, to welcome or serve a true child of God is to welcome Christ Himself. The reward for such kindness is eternal. But likewise, to curse or harm such a person brings upon oneself the curse of heaven, for Scripture says:
“I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse.” (Genesis 12:3)
This promise, though spoken to Abraham, extends to all who are spiritual Israel — those who have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ (Galatians 3:7, 29).
So when you speak evil against, despise, or harm a believer — you are doing it against Christ Himself. It is not a small matter. Such words or actions can open the door to unseen judgment.
There is one sin even more severe than cursing a believer — and that is to cause them to stumble.Jesus said it would be better for such a person to have a millstone tied around their neck and be drowned in the sea.
To cause to stumble means to intentionally do something that leads a believer into sin, temptation, or backsliding.For example:
A young woman who has given her life to Christ and decided to live in purity is deceived by a man who pretends to be godly, leading her into sexual sin.→ The man carries a heavier judgment than the woman who fell, for he became a stumbling block.
A woman, driven by lust or vanity, entices a brother in the Lord into immorality.→ Jesus warns that for her, it would be better if she were drowned with a millstone than to face the eternal judgment awaiting such sin.
This shows that God fiercely protects His children. Whoever destroys the faith of one of His little ones commits an offense that cries out before heaven.
In ancient times, people used two heavy stones to grind grain — the millstone. The upper stone turned upon the lower to crush grain into flour. Every home had one; it was a basic tool for daily sustenance.
When Jesus used this image, He was revealing something profound:If someone causes a believer to fall, it would be better for that person’s very means of sustenance — their work, livelihood, or provision — to become a burden that drags them to destruction.
In spiritual terms, Jesus was saying:
“It would be better if their own source of livelihood became their downfall — leading them to perish eternally.”
The phrase “thrown into the sea” symbolizes being cast into the lake of fire, the final judgment (Revelation 20:14–15).
Many people unknowingly destroy themselves by leading others astray — encouraging believers to compromise or sin.
For instance:
Paul warns us:
“When you sin against them in this way and wound their weak conscience, you sin against Christ.” (1 Corinthians 8:12)
So, even though you may think you are merely influencing another person, in reality, you are sinning against Christ Himself, who lives within that believer.
On the last day, Christ will separate the sheep from the goats — the righteous from the wicked.Those who comforted, helped, and respected the “little ones” (the believers) will inherit eternal life, but those who caused them pain and stumbling will face everlasting punishment.
“Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.’”(Matthew 25:41–46)
They will realize too late that every act of cruelty, mockery, or temptation toward a believer was a sin against the Lord Himself.
If you have ever caused another believer to stumble — knowingly or unknowingly — there is still hope.The Lord is merciful and ready to forgive all who repent sincerely. Confess your sin, turn from it, and determine to live in holiness.
Then, obey Christ’s command by being baptized in water in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins (Acts 2:38).After that, the Lord will fill you with the Holy Spirit, who will give you the strength to overcome sin and walk in truth.
The “millstone” symbolizes the heavy consequence of sin that destroys both spiritual and physical life.Let us, therefore, walk in reverence, honoring every child of God — for in doing so, we honor Christ Himself who dwells in them.
“Do not cause anyone to stumble… whether Jews, Greeks, or the church of God.” (1 Corinthians 10:32)
Blessed are those who bless God’s people; cursed are those who harm them.Choose life, choose holiness, and stand on the side of Christ’s flock — the sheep that hear His voice and follow Him.
May the Lord bless you.
The Bible tells us that angels are ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation. (Hebrews 1:14: “Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?”). It also tells us that Satan is our accuser, along with his army of demons, who accuse us before God day and night, as seen in the book of Revelation (Revelation 12:10). Similarly, the holy angels whom God has appointed to serve us (that is, Christians) stand before God day and night, carrying our good reports to Him.
This is why Jesus said:
“See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.” (Matthew 18:10)
This is the primary ministry of the holy angels.
Even though these angels have far greater power than we do, and are holier and more perfect than us, when they stand before God to deliver reports of our wrongdoings, they tremble and fear. Consider this: when you became a Christian, you received Christ, and His army of angels was sent to protect you and carry your prayers and good deeds before God. But imagine a Christian who deliberately walks in sin, fully aware that holy angels accompany them. How do you think those angels report this before the throne of God?
When you pray, your prayers are carried by angels to God’s throne. When you do good, your deeds are likewise delivered to heaven’s record. The angels rejoice to present these deeds before God, even praising you for them. As the Bible shows in Jacob’s vision:
“He had a dream in which there was a stairway resting on the earth, and its top reached to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it.” (Genesis 28:12)
However, if you live in sin while claiming to be a Christian, even though the angels are holy, your actions make them ashamed to report you positively. Your evil deeds may block your heavenly report, and God’s eyes, which see all, will notice your behavior. At that point, there is no defense against His righteous judgment.
The Bible warns:
“Especially those who indulge in the flesh, despising authority… even though angels, who are greater in might and power, do not bring a railing accusation against them before the Lord.” (2 Peter 2:10–11)
This shows that even powerful angels, who are far more capable than humans, hesitate to report evil actions done by a Christian. Yet Satan and his demons report sin without hesitation. They accuse us relentlessly before God. This is the ongoing spiritual warfare between angels and demons—not with swords, but through arguments and reports in the heavenly courts.
For example, a Christian named Rodgers might give alms, fast, and pray. The angels sent to him present these good deeds to God. But if Rodgers secretly sins, Satan and his demons will report these sins before God. Despite the angelic report of his good deeds, the demonic accusation may prevail because sin provides strong evidence against him. This is the reason Satan accuses humans. We see this clearly in the story of Job:
“One day the angels came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them to accuse Job.” (Job 1:6–7)
Thus, someone living a life of indulgence while claiming to be a Christian becomes a complete instrument of Satan. Persistent sin, whether sexual immorality, drunkenness, or secret sin, ultimately leads to a loss of angelic protection, leaving one vulnerable to Satan’s accusations and the judgment of God.
The name “Satan” or “the devil” literally means “the accuser”. His primary work is to accuse us before God day and night. In contrast, holy angels bring our good deeds before God. This is the spiritual battlefield we live in: angels advocating for the faithful, demons accusing the unfaithful.
God Himself warns us to live righteously:
“Be holy, for I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:16)
If you have not yet received Christ, now is the time. Repent, turn away from sin, be baptized in water in the name of Jesus Christ, and receive forgiveness of sins. (Acts 2:37–38) The Holy Spirit will then dwell in you, and the army of heavenly angels will be sent to protect you, advocate for you, and carry your good deeds before God day and night.
May the Lord bless
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In the past, when people were told about the last days, they trembled and wept. Today, however, many ignore these warnings; fear has vanished. People assume that the judgments recorded in the book of Revelation are distant tales, affecting only future generations, and therefore irrelevant to them. Some treat them lightly, while others even mock the Scriptures when it speaks of the day when all people—kings, commanders, rulers, the wealthy, slaves, and everyone—will hide under rocks and mountains, pleading for the wrath of the Lamb to fall on them instead (Revelation 6:12).
This is not a time to wish for. That is why the Lord has warned us in advance: once caught in the fierce wrath of the Lamb, the grace of Christ will have long departed. God is a God of justice; Scripture says, “whatever a man sows, that shall he also reap.” These days are specifically appointed by the Lord to execute judgment on the evils of the entire world. It is a special period prepared for those who reject salvation now and oppose the truth.
Throughout history, God has executed judgment: during Noah’s time with the flood, and in Sodom with fire. Today, however, many have witnessed these examples but refuse to repent. Scripture warns that this generation is prepared for tribulation, plagues, and fire. Before ultimate destruction, God must first execute justice on the evils committed in this life, through tribulation and plagues, culminating in eternal judgment in the lake of fire.
These terrifying days were called by Jesus “the days of vengeance” when He spoke to His disciples on the Mount of Olives about the events of the last days:
“For these are the days of vengeance, that all things which are written may be fulfilled.” (Luke 21:22)
Everything written in Scripture must come to pass. God will repay every ongoing evil on earth—murder, sexual immorality, idolatry, witchcraft, and other sins—before the final end.
“Thus says the Lord God: Disaster! Even the end is coming; the end has come. A time of trouble has arrived.” (Ezekiel 7:5-8)
God declares that in those days there will be no mercy. People will cry, repent, and plead, but no one will be heard until His final wrath is fully poured out.
“Anyone who has rejected the law of Moses dies without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. How much worse punishment, do you think, will be deserved by the one who has trampled the Son of God?” (Hebrews 10:28-30)
Beloved, the Church of Laodicea represents the last age of the Church (Revelation 3). Previous churches have passed: the sixth church, Philadelphia, was spared from the hour of trial because of their faithfulness (Revelation 3:10). But the Laodicean church, lukewarm and indifferent, will witness the days of vengeance—a time when the world will be tested.
Even false prophets, the Antichrist rising from the Roman Catholic system, false teachers, and self-proclaimed servants of God will face judgment in these days:
“Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter my flock,” says the Lord. “I will punish the evil of your deeds.” (Jeremiah 23:1-2)“My hand will be against the prophets who see false visions and speak lies.” (Ezekiel 13:6-11)
Do not be deceived by false gospels of comfort that ignore the reality of sin and eternal judgment. In those days, the corrupt rule of Rome under the Catholic Church, which persecuted millions of God’s saints, will also face divine justice, for this is the Babylon of Revelation:
“Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God, for true and just are His judgments; He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality, and has avenged the blood of His servants on her.” (Revelation 19:1-2)
Now is not the time to delay. Grace is still available:
“How can I pardon you? Your children have forsaken me and vowed allegiance to false gods. Shall I not execute judgment on such a nation?” (Jeremiah 5:7-9
“Come out of her, my people, so that you do not share in her sins and receive none of her plagues.” (Revelation 18:4)
As the apostle Peter preached the gospel of Christ, the people were cut to the heart and asked:
“What shall we do, brothers?” (Acts 2:37)Peter replied, “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 2:38-39)
Today, the Spirit still calls you. Repent, be baptized in Jesus’ name, and receive the Holy Spirit, avoiding the rebellious
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YOU ARE THE TEMPLE OF GOD
The body of every human being—or any living creature—is a dwelling place for a spirit. There is no person without a spirit, and no animal exists without a spirit. Therefore, the body is like clothing for the spirit.
When a person gives their life to Jesus Christ, completely repents of their sins, is baptized, and receives the gift of the Holy Spirit, two spirits dwell within them: their own spirit and the Spirit of God (the Holy Spirit) When the Holy Spirit enters, His work is to assist the human spirit that surrendered to the Lord, guiding it to carry out God’s will. He enters the innermost chambers of the heart and works in ways that cannot be easily observed.
The Bible says:
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (ESV) Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.”
Notice it says your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, not just a “house of the Holy Spirit.” A temple is different from a regular house. A house can have many uses—it can be rented, sold, or repurposed—but a temple has only one purpose: a place of prayer and worship.
So, when a person receives the gift of the Holy Spirit, their body is transformed that very day into a temple of the Holy Spirit , where all activities are meant to be acts of prayer and worship.
The Apostle Paul emphasizes this further:
1 Corinthians 3:16 (ESV) “Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you? If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy him. For God’s temple is holy, and you are that temple.”
If you study Scripture, you will see that a temple is different from a synagogue. Synagogues were local places for learning the Law, similar to churches today, and there were many of them. But the temple was unique and had three main sections.
1. The Outer Court 2. The Holy Place 3. The Holy of Holies
In simple terms:
The Outer Court is like the courtyard of a house. The Holy Place is like the living room. The Holy of Holies is like the master bedroom.
God commanded that these areas remain sacred, and only the priests of the tribe of Levi could enter certain parts. Others could worship in synagogues, but not in the temple itself.
Similarly, if the Bible says we are the temple of the Holy Spirit, then inside us are three main areas that must be kept holy:
1. The Body (like the Outer Court) 2. The Soul (like the Holy Place) 3. The Spirit (like the Holy of Holies)
All three must be kept pure.
When Jesus entered Jerusalem, He found people selling doves and doing business in the temple. Divine anger burned within Him, and He overturned their tables, saying:
Matthew 21:13 (NIV) “It is written, ‘My house will be called a house of prayer,’ but you are making it ‘a den of robbers.’”
Notice He was angered not by people in synagogues elsewhere, but by those defiling the one true temple of God in Jerusalem. They were conducting business in the Outer Court, not in the Holy of Holies, yet it was still deeply offensive to God.
The lesson is clear: When we are saved and the Holy Spirit dwells in us, our bodies are transformed into God’s temple. Not everyone is a temple of God—only those who have given their lives to Christ. Others, without the Holy Spirit, are temples for other spirits, even demonic ones.
Therefore, our body, soul, and spirit must always remain pure, as these three components make up the temple of the Holy Spirit.
1 Thessalonians 5:23 (ESV) “May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Purity begins with the body, moves inward to the soul, and finally reaches the spirit.
Purity of the Body
Many believe God only looks at the spirit, not the body. I want to lovingly clarify: God does not overlook the body, soul, or spirit—He looks at the temple as a whole. And the temple is made up of all three.
Even the traders in the temple, whom Jesus drove out, were in the Outer Court. Today, activities that defile the body—the “outer court”—are deeply offensive to God and can even lead to physical consequences.
Two key dangers in the temple:
1) Sexual Immorality
Sexual sin is the most destructive act a person who has given their life to Christ can commit.
1 Corinthians 6:17-18 (ESV) “But he who is united with the Lord is one with him in spirit. Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against their own body.”
Proverbs 6:32 (NIV) “But a man who commits adultery has no sense; whoever does so destroys himself.”
God’s anger is often first stirred by sin among His own children, not the unsaved. Just as the Flood came because God’s children desired worldly women, today sexual sin among believers invites God’s judgment.
2) Worldly Adornments
Certain adornments—like piercings, wigs, and heavy makeup—can defile the temple of God when misused.
Ear piercing, historically, symbolized servitude (Exodus 21:5-6). Wigs and heavy makeup, as with Jezebel (2 Kings 9:30), can represent spiritual deception or witchcraft.
The Bible condemns tattooing and marking the body for the dead or pagan rituals:
Leviticus 19:28 (NIV) “Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the Lord.”
Beloved, once you have given your life to God, the Holy Spirit makes your body His temple. Do not defile it with sexual sin, worldly adornments, or anything that distracts from holiness. Repent, remove these things, and let your body be fully sanctified.
If you have yet given your life to Christ, now is the time. God’s door of grace remains open:
“Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come.” (Ecclesiastes 12:1)
May the Lord guide you, sanctify you, and help you fully honor Him in body, soul, and spirit.
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As Christians who are waiting for the Lord, it is our daily responsibility to lift our eyes to heaven, carefully studying Scripture to understand the signs of the last days and the coming of Christ. If you are a diligent student of the Word, you will notice that the generation we live in is the one prophesied to witness the Second Coming of Christ.
Two key reasons confirm this:
Furthermore, the Bible predicts that before the bride of Christ ascends to heaven for the Marriage Supper of the Lamb, faith must first manifest within her (Luke 18:8). This faith will make her worthy of being taken; otherwise, the church cannot progress to the level of spiritual maturity God desires. Therefore, for these things to occur, there must first be a great awakening and outpouring of the Holy Spirit so that God’s chosen can reach the perfection He expects in His church.
As Joel 2:23 says:
“Be glad, O children of Zion, and rejoice in the Lord your God; for He has given you the early rain for your vindication, He has poured down for you abundant rain, the early and the latter rain, as before.”
Here, the Bible speaks of the early rain and the latter rain. The early rain fell on the day of Pentecost, marking the birth of the Church (Acts 2). But there is also a final outpouring, the latter rain, which will perfect the church before its departure from this world. Its glory will surpass that of the first church. Haggai 2:9 confirms this:
“The glory of this latter house shall be greater than the former,” says the Lord of hosts.
This final revival will manifest power unlike anything the church has witnessed since Pentecost. The spiritual gifts and works of the Holy Spirit predicted by Joel will reappear in fullness. Joel 2:28–32 (Acts 2:16–21 references the fulfillment at Pentecost) says:
“And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions. Even on the male and female servants I will pour out my Spirit in those days. And I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth: blood, fire, and columns of smoke. The sun shall be turned to darkness, and the moon to blood, before the great and awesome day of the Lord comes. And it shall come to pass that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
While part of this prophecy has been fulfilled in visions, dreams, and prophecy, the heavenly signs—blood, fire, darkness, and cosmic phenomena—will occur during this final church revival. Similarly, Revelation 10 speaks of seven thunders whose messages are reserved for the bride of Christ alone. Those outside the plan of salvation will hear only the thunder without understanding.
Even the disciples, after witnessing Christ’s resurrection and His authority over all things, struggled to comprehend God’s timing. They thought the Messiah’s kingdom would immediately restore Israel and punish the nations. They focused on their own nation rather than the wider mission of salvation for all peoples.
Acts 1:6–8 says:
“So when they had come together, they asked Him, ‘Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?’He said to them, ‘It is not for you to know times or seasons, which the Father has fixed by His own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.’”
We live in that same period where the harvest is ripe. Knowing this, we must focus on bearing fruit for God now, rather than waiting for a future outpouring. Many delay service, waiting for the “perfect time,” and in doing so, they accomplish little for the Kingdom. Ecclesiastes 11:4–6 warns:
“He who observes the wind will not sow, and he who regards the clouds will not reap. As you do not know the path of the wind or the bones in the womb of the mother, so you do not know the work of God who makes all things. Sow your seed in the morning, and do not withhold your hand from watering at evening; for you do not know which will prosper, this or that, or whether both alike will be good.”
God’s work cannot be predicted; it is beyond human understanding (Ecclesiastes 9:11, Romans 11:33). Therefore, if God gives us the privilege of being His witnesses, we must labor diligently, producing as much fruit as possible today, instead of waiting for the “perfect” moment.
Do not wait for the latter rain to start serving God. Begin now. Seek to do His will today. God bless you richly.
Have you ever observed the morning star closely? If you have followed its path and noticed its behavior, you would discover that it is truly unique. It is the only star that delays disappearing in the morning and also the only star that appears first in the evening before others. If you observe it carefully, you will realize that the morning star and the evening star are, in fact, the same star—there is only one.
What makes this star even more remarkable is that it can be seen during the daytime. On clear days, when there are no clouds, this star becomes visible. I have personally confirmed this with a group of people. Normally, one would think this is impossible. Even I initially did not expect to see a star at seven in the morning, but it happened. We were not alone; others saw it too. And on the following days, it continued to appear.
The star’s position changes according to the movement of the earth—it may appear in the east in the morning, overhead at noon, and in the west in the evening. If you take the time to observe it, you will discover all these phenomena and more.
In Scripture, the Lord has been compared to this Morning Star. Just as the morning star is unique in its brilliance, Jesus Christ is unique in His majesty and glory.
Consider how Jesus is also compared to the Lion of Judah (Revelation 5:5), because of the lion’s qualities: strength, courage, and kingly authority. Likewise, when Jesus triumphed over death on Calvary, He was given power, honor, and dominion over all creation, just as the lion reigns over the wild.
Similarly, the morning star shines not only in the morning and evening but also during the day. It is luminous in all periods—morning, noon, evening, and night. Scripture confirms this:
Revelation 22:16 – “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to testify to you about these things for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, the Bright Morning Star.”
Jesus Christ, who reigns in unapproachable light, shone before creation, shines now, and will shine forever.
1 Timothy 6:14–16 – “…until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, which he will bring about at the proper time—he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can see. To him be honor and might forever. Amen.”
Unlike other stars that fade with the night, Jesus Christ’s light never fades. His light is undiminished, eternal, and visible through every human era. Worldly leaders rise and fall, yet the Lord of Lords and King of Kings endures forever. His light shines even in broad daylight—a brilliance unmatched by anything else.
Do you know that the only figure universally recognized across time is Jesus Christ? Even the world’s records point to His unparalleled glory. This is why Jesus declared Himself the Light of the World:
John 1:9 – “The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him.”
Notice the emphasis on “true light.” While other lights exist, they are not genuine. Jesus’ light has the power to illuminate every person, transforming them to shine as He does.
Beloved, Jesus, the Lord of Life, desires all people to reflect His glory. He wants us to shine, even in the “broad daylight” of life, unaffected by circumstances, trials, or opposition. Scripture assures us:
Proverbs 4:18 – “The path of the righteous is like the morning sun, shining ever brighter till the full light of day.”
Those who accept the true light—Jesus Christ—will radiate brilliance even in the clearest daylight. When their earthly work is done, their glory will be fully revealed, shining like flames, brighter than the sun.
Daniel 12:3 – “Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.”
Matthew 13:40–43 – “As the weeds are pulled up and burned in the fire, so it will be at the end of the age. The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will weed out of his kingdom everything that causes sin and all who do evil. They will throw them into the blazing furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father.”
Have you received the true light, Jesus Christ, today? Have you surrendered your life to Him? The times we live in are perilous, and Christ is soon to return to gather His Church. He is the only Light and the source of redemption. Repent, be baptized for the forgiveness of your sins, and receive the Holy Spirit as a seal of God’s eternal light in your life.
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When a person becomes a child of God—truly repenting and surrendering their life to the Lord Jesus—they begin a new life. Their past is erased, and they are spiritually reborn. Salvation is not just a moment of decision but a process involving obedience to God’s commands, including water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ (Acts 2:38) and continual surrender to the Holy Spirit. On that day, the Spirit comes to dwell within, testifying that the believer is God’s child (Romans 8:16). From this moment, one can be confident that their name is written in the Book of Life and that they have passed from death into life (1 John 3:14), becoming an heir of God’s promises.
THE NECESSITY OF SUFFERING FOR THE RIGHTEOUS
Even after salvation, God’s children must undergo purification and trials. This mirrors the path of Christ Himself. Sanctification involves cleansing from sin and the world’s corruption. We cannot inherit the kingdom while clinging to sin (1 Corinthians 6:9-11). Pride, lust, greed, deceit, and worldly attachments must be removed, just as God purified His temple (Malachi 3:3). Only then can believers partake of the “cup of suffering” that Christ drank (Matthew 26:39).
Although Jesus was sinless—the perfect Branch (Isaiah 11:1)—He experienced part of God’s righteous judgment on the cross for our sins (Isaiah 53:4-5). For those of us who are sinners, this is even more necessary. God’s discipline ensures that believers are tested, refined, and proven. This suffering comes in this life, unlike the ultimate judgment of the unrepentant, which occurs after death (Hebrews 9:27).
1) THE RIGHTEOUS LIVING A HOLY LIFE
Believers will face trials even as they live righteously. 1 Peter 4:13-19 (ESV) explains:
But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when His glory is revealed… For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God?
Suffering in this context is not punishment but discipline and refinement, preparing believers for eternal reward. Just as Christ endured rejection, humiliation, and the cross without sin, believers too are tested to prove their faith and maturity (James 1:2-4).
Isaiah 53:4-5, 9-11 (ESV): Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows… but we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities… Yet it was the will of the LORD to crush Him; He has put Him to grief; when His soul makes an offering for sin, He shall see His offspring; He shall prolong His days; the will of the LORD shall prosper in His hand.
Isaiah 53:4-5, 9-11 (ESV):
Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows… but we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities… Yet it was the will of the LORD to crush Him; He has put Him to grief; when His soul makes an offering for sin, He shall see His offspring; He shall prolong His days; the will of the LORD shall prosper in His hand.
Christ’s suffering was both substitutionary and exemplary: He bore judgment on our behalf while demonstrating faithful obedience, modeling how the righteous are to endure trials without compromising holiness.
2) THE RIGHTEOUS WHEN THEY SIN
Even believers are not exempt from God’s discipline. Hebrews 12:5-11 (ESV) reminds us that God disciplines those He loves:
For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and chastises every son whom He receives… For they disciplined us for a short time as it seemed best to them, but He disciplines us for our good, that we may share His holiness.
Disobedience, even in small matters, may result in temporary suffering, correction, or loss, just as Ananias and Sapphira faced immediate judgment for deceit (Acts 5:1-11). God’s discipline is always redemptive, aiming to refine our character and align us with His will.
THE PERSECUTION OF THE RIGHTEOUS
Faithfulness often attracts opposition. When a believer abandons sin and fully embraces Christ, the world may resent them. Those who once ignored or admired sin may now oppose righteousness. False teachers, worldly leaders, or even peers may persecute faithful servants of God (John 15:18-20).
2 Timothy 3:12 (ESV): Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.
2 Timothy 3:12 (ESV):
Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.
Philippians 1:29 (ESV): For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in Him but also suffer for His sake.
Philippians 1:29 (ESV):
For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in Him but also suffer for His sake.
Such trials are God’s means of preparing believers for eternal inheritance. They refine faith, produce perseverance, and demonstrate God’s justice and glory to all (Romans 5:3-5).
THE FINAL JUDGMENT
If the righteous are saved through suffering, where will the sinner appear? Those who reject God in life and persist in sin will stand without hope before the Great White Throne (Revelation 20:11-15). There will be no repentance, only eternal separation from God. Conversely, those who endure trials faithfully, though tested, will inherit eternal life (Matthew 5:10-12).
CALL TO ACTION
Do not delay. If you have not yet turned to Christ, now is the time. Repent, surrender your life, and receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. Embrace trials as God’s refining tool and share this message with others so they too may experience the hope of God.
Revelation 3:10 (ESV): Because you have kept my word about patient endurance, I will keep you from the hour of trial that is coming on the whole world, to try those who dwell on the earth.
Revelation 3:10 (ESV):
Because you have kept my word about patient endurance, I will keep you from the hour of trial that is coming on the whole world, to try those who dwell on the earth.
For a long time, King Solomon sought the wisdom of all things on earth nature, human deeds, and more trying to uncover a single answer that would unlock the doors to BLESSINGS, KNOWLEDGE, LIFE, and PEACE in a person’s life. Solomon embarked on this search for many years, from his youth, guided by the wisdom within him. The Bible even mentions that Solomon explored what others might consider foolishness things that shouldn’t be done by people of God but he did so to uncover whether the answer he was seeking could be hidden in these actions. His goal was to find the key to a life of ease, peace, joy, fulfillment, love, and more.
We can read about Solomon’s investigation in the book of Ecclesiastes. Early in the book, Solomon describes how he set his heart on finding the answer to life. He was willing to try everything that the world offers, yet each time he found that it didn’t hold the key to human life, he labeled it as VANITY. He continued searching, moving from one thing to the next, trying everything he could until he explored every possible avenue on earth nothing was left out. He even explored witchcraft and foreign gods, but in the end, he found them all to be futile, like chasing after the wind.
In Ecclesiastes 1:14, Solomon writes, “I have seen all the things that are done under the sun; all of them are meaningless, a chasing after the wind.” This verse underlines his realization that earthly pursuits, no matter how glamorous or desirable, cannot satisfy the deeper longings of the human soul.
Finally, in the last chapter of Ecclesiastes, after all his searching and trials, Solomon found the answer he had been looking for all along. It wasn’t easy, and it even cost him his soul in the process, as he engaged in things he shouldn’t have done. But after all the struggle, he discovered the answer.
Solomon compared this search to looking for a rare, specific piece of clothing in the second-hand market. You’ll sift through pile after pile, and it may take a long time perhaps even a lifetime and you might never find it. This is the cost of discovering the true way to live a peaceful and fulfilling life.
Solomon’s search for the meaning of life led him to discover the FORMULA for human existence. By understanding this formula, a person can unlock the toughest doors in their current and future life. Without this understanding, a person may wander aimlessly, struggling and suffering, but once they know it, life becomes easier, filled with peace and joy.
The answer Solomon found is revealed in the conclusion of Ecclesiastes:
Ecclesiastes 12:13-1413 “Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: FEAR GOD AND KEEP HIS COMMANDMENTS, FOR THIS IS THE DUTY OF ALL HUMANS.14 For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.”
This is the ultimate answer to life: Fear God and keep His commandments. This is the key that opens every door in life, which previously seemed difficult. Solomon found that true peace, fulfillment, and wisdom come from a relationship with God and from obeying His Word.
In Proverbs 9:10, it is written, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”
This verse emphasizes that the foundation of wisdom and understanding begins with the reverence and respect for God, which leads to a life that reflects His commands.
Now, in our modern generation, everything is easier. We often believe that wealth will provide the answers to life’s questions. But Solomon also searched for wealth and material gain, hoping they would bring him the happiness and fulfillment he sought, only to conclude that they were VANITY and LIES.
Ecclesiastes 2:10-11“I denied myself nothing my eyes desired; I refused my heart no pleasure. Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind.”
Solomon’s experience reveals a profound truth: the pursuit of wealth, pleasure, and material success without a foundation in God ultimately leads to emptiness.
Solomon also searched for happiness in relationships and pleasures, including through numerous wives and concubines. Yet, he declared that none of these brought lasting fulfillment.
Ecclesiastes 2:8-9 says, “I amassed silver and gold for myself, and the treasure of kings and provinces. I acquired male and female singers, and a harem as well—the delights of a man’s heart. I became greater by far than anyone in Jerusalem before me.”
Yet, despite all his wealth and pleasures, he concluded that it was all vanity.
The Bible warns against waiting too long to seek God’s wisdom and guidance. Solomon urges the young to remember their Creator while they are still in their youth.
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Ecclesiastes 12:1, he writes, “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, ‘I find no pleasure in them.’”
This is a call to turn to God early in life, before the challenges of aging and life’s difficulties make it harder to do so.
Solomon’s final advice is simple yet profound: remember your Creator and obey His commandments. This is the way to live a life of purpose, fulfillment, and peace. The book of Proverbs is filled with guidance on this subject, as Solomon continually emphasizes the importance of wisdom and instruction in following God’s ways.
In Proverbs 4:10-12, Solomon advises, “Listen, my son, accept what I say, and the years of your life will be many. I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hampered; when you run, you will not stumble.”
Following God’s wisdom and commands brings stability and peace to life.
As Christians, we understand that the ultimate fulfillment of the wisdom Solomon sought is found in Jesus Christ.
In John 14:6, Jesus says, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
Jesus is the key to understanding and living out the wisdom that Solomon spoke about. Through faith in Christ, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to live according to God’s will, which leads to eternal peace and fulfillment.
Solomon’s wisdom points us to the need for a relationship with God and the importance of following His commands. Solomon’s journey of searching for meaning in worldly pleasures and achievements only led him to declare them as vanity. Now, we are called to heed his final conclusion: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the duty of all humans.
If you have not yet embraced this wisdom, the call remains: turn to God, repent of your sins, and place your trust in Jesus Christ. Romans 10:9 says, “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” This is the path to true life, peace, and purpose.
May you choose this path today.