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Will it be the body or the soul of a person that is punished in the lake of fire?

Question;

We often hear that when someone dies, they go to a place of torment—hell. But I would like to know: will it be only the soul that is destroyed, or will the body also be involved?

Answer

The Bible is clear that the final judgment will involve both the body and the soul.

John 5:28–29 (NIV):
“Do not be amazed at

condemned.”

Revelation 20:12–13 (NIV):
“And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. The dead were judged according to what they had done as recorded in the books. The sea gave up the dead that were in it, and death and Hades gave up the dead that were in them, and each person was judged according to what they had done.”

Those who died in Christ (the saints) will be given new, glorified bodies that will never perish or decay (see 1 Corinthians 15:42–54). But the wicked will stand before God in their natural, resurrected bodies—bodies that will then be judged and cast into the lake of fire, a place of eternal torment.

This means that it is not only the soul that will suffer, but also the body. Jesus made this very clear when He said:

Matthew 10:28 (NIV):
“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.”

Notice that—both the body and the soul will share in eternal judgment.

What should we do with this knowledge?

The most important question is: Have you believed in the Lord Jesus Christ?
Salvation is available now. Turn to Him today and be saved, so that even if death comes, you will have the assurance of eternal life.

Jesus asked:

Mark 8:36 (NIV):
“What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?”

Therefore, make the wise decision. Accept Christ as Lord and Savior today, and you will be safe for eternity.

If you are ready to take this step, pray a prayer of repentance and invite Christ into your life.

May the Lord bless you.

KUSHAWISHWA HAKUTOSHI, AMINI KIKAMILIFU!

BEING PERSUADED IS NOT ENOUGH – BELIEVE COMPLETELY!

When the Apostle Paul was arrested in Jerusalem and brought before kings to be judged, we see his remarkable boldness. Instead of using that opportunity to defend himself legally, he boldly preached the gospel. His message was so powerful that King Agrippa was almost persuaded to believe in Christ. Such courage is truly worth imitating.

**Acts 26:25–29 (NIV)**
25 Paul replied, “I am not insane, most excellent Festus. What I am saying is true and reasonable.
26 The king is familiar with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner.
27 King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do.”
28 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian?”
29 Paul replied, “Short time or long—I pray to God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.”

We notice something important here: King Agrippa was deeply moved by Paul’s words and was fully persuaded in his heart, yet he stopped short of surrendering to Christ. He ended at being “persuaded” but never truly converted. The truth is, anyone in that position is still unsaved.

This is similar to what happens today. Many people hear the gospel—they respect it, enjoy it, and are touched by it. Some even feel sorrow for their sins. But the question remains: **Have they truly accepted it and obeyed it?**

You will often hear people say:

* *“I’ve been blessed today.”*
* *“That was a powerful word.”*
* *“God help me, I’ve been touched today.”*

But, dear friend, those words do not mean you are saved. You are no different from Agrippa.

Those who are genuinely convicted by the Word always take the next step. They ask: **“Brothers, what shall we do?”**

**Acts 2:37–42 (NIV)**
37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”
38 Peter replied, “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.
39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”
40 With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.”
41 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.
42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.

Did you notice? They didn’t just say, *“Thank you Peter for the word,”* or *“Be blessed, pastor.”* Instead, they responded with action—repenting, getting baptized the very same day, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and continuing steadfastly in the apostles’ teaching. These are the people who later carried the gospel across the world.

This is what we need to see today—a generation of believers who don’t stop at being “persuaded,” but who fully surrender to Jesus with all their hearts and lives. Not like Agrippa, who admired the message but never obeyed it.

The time for salvation is **now**. Don’t say, “Tomorrow I will give my life to Christ.” There is no salvation tomorrow—only today. Do not deceive yourself. The Lord requires action now. To whom much is given, much will be required (Luke 12:48). So don’t just enjoy sermons and emotional moments. The real question is: **Have you been saved? If Christ returned today, would you go with Him?**

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ON THE ROAD CALLED STRAIGHT

Saul (later the apostle Paul) was on his way to Damascus with the intent of arresting and persecuting the saints. As we know from the story, Jesus met him on the road. A brilliant light struck his eyes, and he lost his sight. He was then led by the hand into the city, completely blind.

But while he was there, Saul was not in a normal state. He was in deep spiritual anguish. He ate no food and drank no water—he was fasting. More than that, he was praying earnestly.

After this, something remarkable happened. A man named Ananias was visited by the Lord in a vision and was instructed to go and find Saul. And the place he was told to go to was a street called Straight.

That is, the straight road.

Acts 9:8–12 (NIV)

8 Saul got up from the ground, but when he opened his eyes he could see nothing. So they led him by the hand into Damascus.
9 For three days he was blind, and did not eat or drink anything.
10 In Damascus there was a disciple named Ananias. The Lord called to him in a vision, “Ananias!”
“Yes, Lord,” he answered.
11 The Lord told him, “Go to the house of Judas on Straight Street and ask for a man from Tarsus named Saul, for he is praying.
12 In a vision he has seen a man named Ananias come and place his hands on him to restore his sight.”

You might ask yourself: Why that street?
Why call it Straight, and not “Main Street,” or “Good Street,” or any other name?

Because spiritually speaking, Christ places His people on the straight path—the path that is made right.

Before this encounter, Paul was walking on a corrupted path: a path of opposing Christ, violence, slander, sin, and death.
But when he met Jesus, he was taken off that broken road and placed onto the straight path of his calling and service.

It is striking to see how many people today resist Christ and refuse salvation, thinking that religion will straighten their paths, that money will level their valleys, or that education will remove their mountains.

They do not realize that the only straight path is life in Christ. Everywhere else leads to valleys and mountains—and in the end, to the pit and to death. There is no rest outside of Christ.

John the Baptist understood this and cried out loudly, saying:

John 1:23 (NIV)

23 John replied in the words of Isaiah the prophet, “I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness,
‘Make straight the way for the Lord.’”

To believe in Jesus is to make the way of the Lord straight.

So let me ask you: Are you on the straight path?

Be saved today, dear brother, dear sister. Remember, outside of Christ you are lost—there is no debate about this; it is the truth. There is no hope unless Jesus saves you. Hurry and repent today. Believe in the finished work of Christ’s redemption accomplished for you on the cross. Time is short; the door of grace will not remain open forever.

May the Lord bless you.

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The Author and Analysis of the First Epistle of Peter (1 Peter)

This short letter was addressed to the saints who were scattered and living as strangers in different regions of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey).

The central themes of the letter can be divided into four main sections:

To comfort believers by reminding them of the eternal glory prepared in heaven, which will be revealed at the last day. Because of this hope, they are encouraged to rejoice even in the trials of faith, which are only temporary.
To urge Christians to live holy lives that are pleasing to God during their earthly journey.
To emphasize the responsibility of believers to live with discipline and integrity among non-believers, so that their conduct glorifies God.
To remind church leaders to faithfully shepherd the flock of Christ, and to encourage the entire church to resist the devil.

1. Comfort in Times of Trials

Peter encourages believers to rejoice, even in suffering, because of the priceless value of their faith, which will be rewarded when Christ is revealed.

📖 1 Peter 1:6–7 (NIV)

In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.

Peter reminds us to follow Christ’s example: though He suffered unjustly, He did not retaliate. Likewise, we are to endure suffering with gentleness, patience, and perseverance.

📖 1 Peter 2:19–21; 4:12–16 (NIV)

2. The Call to Live Holy Lives

Because believers await the grace to be revealed when Jesus Christ returns, Peter calls them to live with self-control and holiness here on earth.

📖 1 Peter 1:13–16 (NIV)

“Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.’”

He continues by urging them to:

Put away all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander (1 Peter 2:1–2).
Live as strangers in this world, avoiding sinful desires that wage war against the soul (1 Peter 2:11; 4:2–3).
Love one another deeply, showing compassion and humility, not repaying evil with evil but blessing instead (1 Peter 3:8–12; 4:7).
Fulfill their marital responsibilities: wives submitting to husbands with inner beauty, and husbands treating wives with understanding and honor (1 Peter 3:1–7).

3. Living with Discipline Among Outsiders

Peter exhorts believers to live uprightly before unbelievers so that no one has grounds to accuse or slander them.

Slaves were encouraged to submit to their masters, whether kind or harsh (1 Peter 2:18).
All believers are called to submit to governing authorities for the Lord’s sake, whether to emperors or governors (1 Peter 2:13–15).
Christians are to show proper respect to everyone (1 Peter 2:17).

4. A Call to Church Leaders

Peter concludes with a word to church leaders, urging them to shepherd God’s flock willingly and faithfully—not for selfish gain but with a servant’s heart.

📖 1 Peter 5:1–3 (NIV)

“To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s sufferings who also will share in the glory to be revealed: Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.”

Finally, he warns all believers to stay alert and sober-minded, because the devil prowls around like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour. Their responsibility is to resist him, standing firm in the faith (1 Peter 5:8–9).

Conclusion

In summary, Peter urges the church to:

Remain steadfast in faith and endure trials with perseverance.
Pursue holiness and live blamelessly before others.
Fulfill their responsibilities in love, humility, and obedience.
Shepherd the flock of Christ faithfully and resist the enemy.

This message is as relevant today as it was in Peter’s time.

👉 As a believer, are you rejoicing in trials?
👉 Are you living a holy life?
👉 Do you reflect Christ in your community?
👉 Are you faithfully serving God and resisting the devil in prayer?

If so, then you are a partaker of the great grace of God, which will be fully revealed when Christ returns.

May the Lord bless you. 🙏

Begin the Year with Forgiveness

Scripture reminds us that “Things that cause people to stumble are bound to come” (Luke 17:1, NIV).

When someone close to you—or even far from you—hurts you deeply, forgetting that pain can be very difficult.

If you are born again and quick to forgive and let go, then the Lord has truly transformed your heart. But if you find yourself struggling with unforgiveness, recognize that this is a serious issue that needs to be dealt with—especially at the beginning of the year.

Perhaps you’ve been hurt by a family member, a loved one, a friend, your spouse, your children, your pastor, a fellow believer, a teacher, or someone else. That bitterness is like poison—today, it’s time to let it go.

There is one powerful key that helps us overcome unforgiveness:

Reflect on the Forgiveness of Jesus

Think for a moment about how many wrongs you have committed against God. You may say, “I have never wronged anyone!” But what about God? Have you never sinned against Him? Have you lived a completely flawless life? Scripture says, “When they sin against you—for there is no one who does not sin…” (2 Chronicles 6:36, NIV).

Consider your thoughts—how many times have they turned impure, and yet God still sees you? How many times has anger burned in your heart, and still God has watched patiently? Think about how many times He has forgiven you, and how many times you still need His forgiveness.

If God has freely forgiven us of so much, why can’t we forgive those who wronged us last year, last month, or even yesterday?

Sometimes the person who hurt you may never ask for forgiveness. But you should still forgive them. Jesus Himself forgave those who never apologized.

“Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.’ And they divided up his clothes by casting lots” (Luke 23:34, NIV).

Some people will hurt you and still believe they’ve done nothing wrong. Others may continue hurting you again and again. Still, the principle remains the same: forgive.

When you reflect on your own sins before God, you will always find a reason to forgive others.

A Parable of Forgiveness

Consider the words of Jesus in Matthew 18:21–27 (NIV):

“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?’
Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.’
Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. As he began the settlement, a man who owed him ten thousand bags of gold was brought to him. Since he was not able to pay, the master ordered that he and his wife and his children and all that he had be sold to repay the debt.
At this the servant fell on his knees before him. ‘Be patient with me,’ he begged, ‘and I will pay back everything.’
The servant’s master took pity on him, canceled the debt and let him go.”

This parable teaches us a crucial truth: if we fail to reflect on the forgiveness we have received from God, we may also fail to forgive others. But if we truly understand the weight of what we’ve been forgiven, it will soften our hearts to forgive those who wrong us.

None of Us Is Without Fault

Scripture says:

“Indeed, there is no one on earth who is righteous, no one who does what is right and never sins” (Ecclesiastes 7:20, NIV).

Even when others speak against you, remember: “For you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others” (Ecclesiastes 7:22, NIV).

In other words, you have also wronged people in the past.

A Prayer for the New Year

At the beginning of this new year, ask the Lord to create in you a heart of forgiveness. Only He can give such a heart. If you sincerely pray, He will transform you. Find a quiet place, go before Him, and ask Him to help you forgive freely as He has forgiven you.

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Where Did Satan Come From?

Question: Where did Satan, the one who deceives the world, come from?

Answer:
Satan was originally created by God. Before he became Satan, he was known as the anointed guardian cherub.

Ezekiel 28:14 (NIV)
“You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for so I ordained you. You were on the holy mount of God; you walked among the fiery stones.”

God created him perfect, without flaw, just like the other cherubim. But later, pride filled his heart, and he deceived himself into thinking that he could be like God—that he could receive worship as God. That’s when evil was found in him, and he refused to repent.

Ezekiel 28:15 (NIV)
“You were blameless in your ways from the day you were created till wickedness was found in you.”

When he rebelled against God, that’s when he became Satan. The word “Satan” means accuser or adversary, because he accuses human beings before God day and night.

Revelation 12:9–10 (NIV)
“The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.
Then I heard a loud voice in heaven say:
‘Now have come the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God, and the authority of his Messiah. For the accuser of our brothers and sisters, who accuses them before our God day and night, has been hurled down.’”

Therefore, Satan was created by God, he rebelled against God, and in the end, he will be destroyed by God in the lake of fire after the final judgment before the great white throne.

Revelation 20:10 (NIV)
“And the devil, who deceived them, was thrown into the lake of burning sulfur, where the beast and the false prophet had been thrown. They will be tormented day and night for ever and ever.”

May the Lord keep us safe from the schemes of the devil.

Understanding the Meaning of 2 Corinthians 8:9

“Though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich.”

Question:

What is the meaning of 2 Corinthians 8:9, which says He became poor so that we might become rich through His poverty?

Scripture (2 Corinthians 8:9, NIV):

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.

The Context

In this chapter, the Apostle Paul is writing to the Corinthian believers about the ministry of giving to help the poor among the saints in other churches far away. He encourages them to give generously by pointing to Christ’s own example of grace.

Paul reminds them how Jesus willingly became poor—not because He lacked divinity or worth, but because He left behind His heavenly glory, power, and authority to take on the lowly form of humanity. He humbled Himself, living a simple earthly life, and ultimately endured the cross for our redemption.

If Christ had not humbled Himself, accepting rejection, humiliation, and even crucifixion (naked and despised), then we would not have received forgiveness of sins.

Supporting Scripture

Isaiah 53:3 (NIV)

He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem.

Through His humility, we have now received grace and every spiritual blessing.

Ephesians 1:3 (NIV)

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.

The Example of the Macedonian Churches

Paul also uses the Macedonian believers as an example. Even though they were very poor and suffering under many trials, they still gave generously and joyfully to support the saints in Jerusalem.

2 Corinthians 8:1–3 (NIV):

And now, brothers and sisters, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. In the midst of a very severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own…

This teaches us that we too are called to serve and support one another in Christ—even when we ourselves are facing challenges.

A Common Misunderstanding

One mistake some people make is to interpret this verse as meaning that Jesus became poor so that we would become financially wealthy. While it is true that God blesses His people in many ways, this verse is not primarily about money.

Paul is talking about spiritual riches—the wealth of salvation, grace, forgiveness, and eternal life that we receive through Christ. The poverty of Jesus was about leaving heaven’s glory to give us the riches of His Spirit and the promise of the world to come.

Conclusion

Christ’s humility is both our salvation and our example. Just as He gave Himself for us, we are called to give freely, generously, and joyfully, especially to those in need.

May the Lord bless you as you live out this truth.

If It Were Not So, Your Children Would Be Unclean (1 Corinthians 7:14)

QUESTION: According to this verse, does it mean that the children of unbelievers cannot be saved?

1 Corinthians 7:14 (NIV)

“For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy.”

The Explanation

If we read from the beginning of this passage, Paul is addressing married couples where one spouse is a believer and the other is not. The Lord gives instruction that if the unbelieving spouse is still willing to remain in the marriage, the believing spouse should not separate from them.

Why? Because through this union, the unbelieving spouse is “sanctified” by the believing partner, and the children too are considered “holy.”

But Does This Mean Automatic Salvation?

No—it does not mean that if just one person in the household is saved, then the entire family—including the children—are automatically saved.

Instead, what Paul is teaching is that the presence of a believer in the home creates an environment where faith can spread more easily. The believing spouse becomes an instrument of God’s influence, making it more likely for the rest of the family to hear the gospel, witness a godly lifestyle, and eventually make their own decision to follow Christ.

Salvation is always personal. It does not come by inheritance, nor can one person believe “on behalf” of another. Each individual must respond personally to the gospel message.

Supporting Example

This same principle is echoed in 1 Peter 3:1–2 (NIV):

“Wives, in the same way submit yourselves to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives.”

Here we see how godly conduct within the home can draw unbelievers to Christ—not automatically saving them, but influencing their hearts towards salvation.

Conclusion

All people—whether young or old, believer’s child or unbeliever’s child—must come to personal faith in Jesus Christ in order to be saved from their sins. Yet God can use our witness, our words, our behavior, and the way we build our homes into places of worship as powerful tools to lead others to Him.

May the Lord bless you as you live out your faith and influence those around you for His kingdom.

What Is a Litter?

(Song of Songs 3:7)

Answer: Let’s look back at the Scripture.

Song of Songs 3:7 (on’s carriage, escorted by sixty warriors, the noblest of Israel.”

The word “litter” here doesn’t refer to the modern stretchers used today for carrying the sick or injured. In ancient times, a litter or carriage was a special kind of portable seat or bed used to carry kings and queens over short distances.

As times changed, the use of such litters for transporting royalty disappeared. Today, rulers and dignitaries travel in cars and airplanes instead. The word litter (or stretcher) is now used mostly in medical settings to describe equipment designed to carry emergency patients. Modern stretchers, unlike those of old, have wheels and are not carried by hand.

However, the ancient litters that carried kings had one major weakness they were not very stable. If those carrying them stumbled, the person being carried could easily fall. Since people walk at different speeds and strengths, the ride was often uneven shaking, swaying, and unsteady. The one being carried was always at risk of falling.

In the same way, the world today can be compared to a king being carried on a shaky litter unstable, unsteady, and in constant motion.

Isaiah 24:19–21 (NIV):

19 The earth is broken up,
the earth is split asunder,
the earth is violently shaken.
20 The earth reels like a drunkard,
it sways like a hut in the wind;
so heavy upon it is the guilt of its rebellion
that it falls never to rise again.
21 In that day the Lord will punish
the powers in the heavens above
and the kings on the earth below.

If the world itself is shaking and swaying, why should we put our trust in it? And why is it so unstable? Because its end is near. The world is filled with sin, and that sin is what causes it to tremble and decay.

For a deeper study, see: “The Earth Reels Like a Drunkard and Sways Like a Litter.”

Have you received Jesus Christ into your life? Or are you swaying along with the world driven by pleasure, sin, and worldly desires? Now is the time to turn away from the world and its empty promises, and make the Lord Jesus Christ the foundation of your life.

May the Lord bless you.

What Does the Word Desolate ( Ruins ) Mean in the Bible?

The word Desolate refers to something that has been ruined or left in ruins. For example, if a building is destroyed by a bomb, the debris and remains left behind are called Desolate. Similarly, when a city is burned down, the leftover ruins of that city are Desolate.

God has often used this word to illustrate the kind of destruction that comes as judgment upon those who do not fear Him.

Here are some of the Bible passages where the word Desolate (ruins) is used:

Leviticus 26:30–32 (NIV)

I will destroy your high places, cut down your incense altars and pile your dead bodies on the lifeless forms of your idols, and I will abhor you.
I will turn your cities into ruins and lay waste your sanctuaries, and I will take no delight in the pleasing aroma of your offerings.
I myself will lay waste the land, so that your enemies who live there will be appalled.

Ezekiel 6:14 (NIV)

And I will stretch out my hand against them and make the land a desolate waste from the desert to Diblah—wherever they live. Then they will know that I am the Lord.

Jeremiah 51:42–43 (NIV)

The sea will rise over Babylon; its roaring waves will cover her.
Her towns will be desolate, a dry and desert land, a land where no one lives, through which no one travels.

Jeremiah 4:7–8 (NIV)

A lion has come out of his lair; a destroyer of nations has set out. He has left his place to lay waste your land. Your towns will lie in ruins without inhabitant.
So put on sackcloth, lament and wail, for the fierce anger of the Lord has not turned away from us.

(See also Ezekiel 12:20; Ezekiel 29:12; Amos 9:14)

Even today, this world will one day be reduced to Desolate (ruins). No matter how advanced civilization becomes, or how beautiful cities are built, everything will one day be destroyed. The Lord Jesus Himself said that not one stone would be left on another (Matthew 24:2). Everything we see today will be dismantled and consumed by fire when the Day of the Lord comes—just as the flood in Noah’s time cleansed the first world.

2 Peter 3:10–12 (NIV)

But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare.
Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives
as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat.

The important question for us is this: Where are you and I investing our lives? Is it in this temporary world, or in heaven? Remember, life on earth is short and fleeting, but eternal life awaits us beyond this world.

God’s plan to turn this world into ruins is not because creation itself is bad, but because humanity has corrupted it through sin. Therefore, it must be destroyed and renewed.

That is why we must not share in God’s wrath. Instead, we must embrace the salvation offered through Christ. Remember—the Rapture is near. We should not be surprised if these things begin to unfold even in our own generation.

Shalom.

Author Archive Beatrice Shauri

Will it be the body or the soul of a person that is punished in the lake of fire?

Answer

What should we do with this knowledge?

BEING PERSUADED IS NOT ENOUGH – BELIEVE COMPLETELY!

ON THE ROAD CALLED STRAIGHT

The Author and Analysis of the First Epistle of Peter (1 Peter)

1. Comfort in Times of Trials

2. The Call to Live Holy Lives

3. Living with Discipline Among Outsiders

4. A Call to Church Leaders

Conclusion

Begin the Year with Forgiveness

Reflect on the Forgiveness of Jesus

A Parable of Forgiveness

None of Us Is Without Fault

A Prayer for the New Year

Where Did Satan Come From?

Understanding the Meaning of 2 Corinthians 8:9

Question:

Scripture (2 Corinthians 8:9, NIV):

The Context

Supporting Scripture

Isaiah 53:3 (NIV)

The Example of the Macedonian Churches

A Common Misunderstanding

Conclusion

If It Were Not So, Your Children Would Be Unclean (1 Corinthians 7:14)

1 Corinthians 7:14 (NIV)

The Explanation

But Does This Mean Automatic Salvation?

Supporting Example

Conclusion

What Is a Litter?

What Does the Word Desolate ( Ruins ) Mean in the Bible?

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