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In most cases, conflicts between people arise due to real, justifiable reasons—rather than for no cause at all. It’s rare for someone to dislike another without any reason (though jealousy may sometimes cause that). More often than not, people hold grudges or refuse to forgive because they have been genuinely wronged: someone stole from them, insulted them, betrayed them, killed a loved one, or even slandered them publicly.

These are serious offenses, and in human terms, they give us every right to be angry, bitter, or unforgiving. In fact, some might argue that if they stood before God, they could defend their bitterness:

 “God, I hate that person because they were a murderer, a corrupt leader, a liar, a witch, etc.”

But what does the Bible teach us to do when we find ourselves in such situations?

Biblical Response to Blame and Grievances

Colossians 3:12-13 (NIV)

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”

The key phrase is:

“…if any of you has a grievance against someone…”

This means even when your complaint is legitimate, you are still expected to forgive—just as God forgave you.

You may have every right to blame your parents for failing to educate you despite having the means. You may blame leaders, teachers, or pastors who neglected their duty. You may have helped someone who later turned around and falsely accused you or called you a witch.

But Scripture does not give us room to hold onto bitterness, no matter how justified it feels. It says:

“Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13)

Why Must We Forgive Even When We’re Right?

Because God forgives us daily despite having every reason not to. Every sin we commit—every lie, every act of hatred, every moment of pride—is worthy of judgment. God could condemn us, yet through Christ, He offers free and unmerited forgiveness.

Luke 6:37

“Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.”

When you release others from blame, you yourself are released from the heavy burden of unforgiveness. Bitterness chains the heart and gives the enemy room to operate. But forgiveness brings supernatural peace.

The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

Jesus illustrated this truth powerfully in the parable found in Matthew 18:23-35.

A servant who owed a king an enormous debt (10,000 talents) was forgiven, yet he refused to forgive a fellow servant who owed him a small amount (100 denarii). The king, upon hearing this, was furious:

Matthew 18:32-33

“You wicked servant, I canceled all that debt of yours because you begged me to. Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant just as I had on you?”

The result?

“In anger his master handed him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should pay back all he owed. This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart.”

(Matthew 18:34-35)

Forgiveness is not optional for believers. It is a condition for receiving mercy from God.

Why This Teaching Is Vital

In this fallen world, offenses are inevitable. Someone will disappoint you. Someone will hurt you intentionally or unintentionally. Jesus said:

 Luke 17:1

“It is impossible that no offenses should come…”

Therefore, we must prepare our hearts to forgive, even before we’re wronged.

Failing to forgive doesn’t just harm relationships—it threatens your eternity. Jesus said:

Matthew 6:14-15

“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.”

Final Encouragement

No matter how deep the wound, no matter how justified your pain, let go of the grudge. Choose forgiveness. Release the offender to God. Forgiveness is not denying the pain—they may never say sorry—but it’s surrendering your right to revenge.

Romans 12:19

“Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath…”

Let the love of Christ fill your heart. Let the peace of God rule your thoughts.

Colossians 3:14-15

“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts…”

Conclusion

If God, who is perfectly holy, has every reason to judge us and yet forgives—how much more should we, forgiven sinners, forgive one another?

 Ephesians 4:32

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

May the Lord bless you as you choose the path of mercy.

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In life, never make the mistake of reducing your time in prayer. It’s better to cut down time on other seemingly important things than to reduce even a little bit of your prayer life. If you’ve already become a person of prayer and then start to slack off, you are creating space for the enemy to cause significant destruction in your life.

There is a secret the Lord shared with His disciples about prayer. He said:

“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” (Matthew 26:41)

That phrase “so that you will not fall into temptation” is very serious.

Do you know why the Lord said,

“Even the very hairs of your head are all numbered” (Matthew 10:30)?

It’s because there’s another being who watches us very closely—even over the smallest things—and that is the devil. Many don’t realize that even after death, your body still has value to him. How much more your hair? Your saliva? Your fingers? Your hands? Yes, he desires all of them. That’s why the Bible says even our hairs are numbered (meaning they are protected so that not even one gets lost or is misused by the enemy).

If Satan fails to kill you in a car accident today, he might try to get you to cut yourself while doing dishes. If he misses poking your eye, he may at least try to cause you to scrape your skin. If he fails to infect you with a deadly disease like HIV, he’ll at least try to make you catch the flu just to trouble you. And if he fails even at that, he may try to get you pricked by a thorn on the road—just to hurt you. So the little things you think he doesn’t care about, he absolutely does.

But if you are a daily person of prayer—whether before bed, in the morning, or during the day when you get a quiet moment—you make it very hard for Satan to find room in your life. But if you are not prayerful, you’ll experience strange occurrences in your life and won’t even know their source. As an employee, you might suddenly start having conflicts at work or face unfair treatment. Or what you planned to succeed in fails. You might wake up healthy but return home gravely ill. These are life temptations.

Spiritual temptations are worse—you may find yourself in situations where you deny your faith or betray it.

Remember, just a few minutes after Jesus told Peter and the others to wake up and pray so they wouldn’t fall into temptation, what happened when they ignored Him? Just three hours later, before the rooster crowed and before their sleep was over, they were awakened by a crowd carrying clubs and swords. And some disciples fled so quickly that one ran away naked, leaving Jesus alone. (That’s already a denial of faith.)

And not just that! Peter, thinking he could overcome temptation without prayer, followed Jesus where He was taken—and ended up denying Him three times.

The same applies to us. If you’re not prayerful, you’ll wake up to messages from people asking for bribes so that your plans can succeed. But if you pray, God protects you from such things. You’ll be surprised to find the person who was supposed to ask for a bribe doesn’t ask—and still gives you your rightful service.

When you notice that you’ve reduced your prayer life, know that you’ve already started backsliding in your faith. The first sign is reduced prayer; the second is reduced reading of the Word.

Prayer is likened to the event with Prophet Moses during battle—when he lifted his hands, the Israelites gained power and won, but when he lowered them, the enemy overcame them. Likewise, God’s power remains over our lives only if we keep our hands and hearts lifted in daily prayer. These are just a few of the benefits of prayer; there are many more that we don’t have time to list here.

So never stop praying! And remember, prayer isn’t just that meal-time prayer, or “Our Father who art in heaven…” That’s not enough. The bare minimum, according to the Bible, is at least one hour per day. If you can do 3 or 4 hours, even better. And prayer isn’t going to be prayed for by a certain man of God or your relative. Prayer is you, standing by yourself, praying earnestly.

Again, remember—Satan is interested in your hair, your life, and every part of your body. Not necessarily through witchcraft or witches, as he has more demons than there are witches. Most of his work is done by these demons, more than by witches. A large percentage of people suffer from demonic oppression, thinking it’s witchcraft!

So set sail today—start a deep, daily prayer journey! If you’ve backslidden, return to your prayer lifestyle before things get worse.

If you’ve never given your life to Christ, these are the last days. Jesus is coming soon. Turn to Him today and surrender your life, and He will forgive you.

God bless you, and may He bless us all.

Maranatha! (The Lord is coming)

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“The realm of the dead is naked before God; Destruction lies uncovered.”

Job 26:6 (NIV)

Most pits that are dug—whether wells or trenches—are covered to prevent unsuspecting people from accidentally falling in, especially at night or during times of low visibility. But Scripture tells us that the grave is always open, and Destruction (Sheol or Abaddon) has no cover.

This means hell is perpetually accessible, and any soul that passes near its path without the covering of salvation is in grave danger of slipping into eternal separation from God. Hell doesn’t discriminate—it doesn’t ask if someone is a visitor, a native, or a child. Whoever falls in, perishes.

The Danger of Dying in Sin

When someone dies in sin, the descent into hell is immediate and irreversible. The Bible says:

 “They spend their days in prosperity and go down to the grave in peace.” 

Job 21:13 (NKJV)

To the one who dies without Christ, their transition is often without warning. And once there, they can only say, “If only I had known… If only I had listened.” But it’s too late.

Hell is a place of regret, not repentance.

Hell Enlarges Itself

“Therefore hell has enlarged itself and opened its mouth beyond measure; And their glory and their multitude and their pomp, And he who is jubilant shall descend into it.”

Isaiah 5:14 (NKJV)

Hell is not full, and never will be, as Proverbs 27:20 says: “Hell and Destruction are never full; So the eyes of man are never satisfied.”

Many who have had near-death experiences and were shown a glimpse of hell speak of endless weeping, regret, torment, and cries for just one more chance to return and repent.

But Scripture is clear:

“As the cloud disappears and vanishes away, so he who goes down to the grave does not come up. He shall never return to his house, nor shall his place know him anymore.”

Job 7:9-10 (NKJV)

Once you’re there, there’s no return. Your final destiny is sealed.

The Rich Man and Lazarus – A Real Warning

Jesus gave us a glimpse into the eternal fates of two men: one rich, and one poor (Luke 16:19–31). After death, the rich man found himself in torment, while Lazarus was comforted. The rich man begged that someone be sent to warn his brothers so they would not end up in that place of agony.

“They have Moses and the Prophets; let them hear them.” (Luke 16:29)

In other words, we have the Word of God now—we must heed it today.

“Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts.” 

Hebrews 3:15

Beware of Following the Crowd

Many are on the path to destruction. Just because others are doing something doesn’t make it right. The crowd can lead to hell.

“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it.”

Matthew 7:13

Avoid imitating worldly lifestyles:

Don’t join others in drunkenness or sexual immorality.

Don’t conform to trends that promote indecency or rebellion against God.

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…” – Romans 12:2

“The grave, the barren womb, the earth that is not satisfied with water—and the fire that never says, ‘Enough!’” 

Proverbs 30:16

Hell’s appetite is insatiable. That’s why we must run from sin and not treat it casually.

These Are the Days of Apostasy

The Bible warned that in the last days, lawlessness would increase (Matthew 24:12). Don’t be surprised by the rise in open rebellion, immorality, and mockery of righteousness. Instead, guard your soul and fix your eyes on Heaven.

Be Watchful – Jesus is Coming Soon

 “Let your waist be girded and your lamps burning; and you yourselves be like men who wait for their master…”

Luke 12:35-36

Whether the rapture comes in our lifetime or not, death is always near. We must live prepared.

Key Takeaways:

Hell is real, open, and active.

Dying in sin leads to eternal regret.

Today is the day of salvation.

Follow Jesus, not the crowd.

Stay watchful and holy.

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The first sign of spiritual immaturity is fear of witches. If you find yourself afraid of witches or obsessed with “witchcraft”, that is a clear sign that you are still spiritually immature and that the Word of God has not yet taken root in you—regardless of how many years you’ve preached from the altar! You are still immature.

Someone who fears witches or gives them too much attention is like a monkey afraid of a scarecrow in the field, thinking it will prevent it from eating the crops.

Witchcraft is a very small part of the Christian’s spiritual battle. Satan’s main department is not “charms and calabashes”—that’s a tiny part. And often, God protects you from it without you even realizing it. Now, if you are a Bible reader, show me any place where Jesus ever spoke about witches or warned His disciples to watch out for them?

The biggest and most dangerous weapon of Satan is the spirit of the antichrist, which goes against Christ. It operates inside the church and uses false ministers who disguise themselves as servants of God. It is very similar to the true Spirit, which is why even Jesus was constantly battling it—particularly within the Pharisees and Sadducees. He seriously warned His disciples to beware of them:

Matthew 7:15 

 “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.”

That spirit greatly troubled the apostles while they preached the Gospel. Some were even killed by it. It has been responsible for the killing of over 80 million Christians throughout history. It kills both spiritually and physically. This spirit is described extensively in the Book of Revelation and will be active during the Great Tribulation.

Back to the topic:

Is a cat crying at night on a rooftop witchcraft?

No, it is not witchcraft. When you hear a cat crying outside at night, it is not witchcraft. Cats cry at night mainly due to mating reasons. The sounds they make are intended to attract mates. Any type of cat—whether a stray, church cat, or a pastor’s pet—will make those noises during mating season, whether it’s day or night. Those sounds often resemble the cries of a newborn baby, and a healthy cat must make them.

Why do they sound like babies crying? That’s how God created them! Just like guinea fowl, goats, or chickens make unique sounds during mating or laying eggs.

Cats’ eyes also glow when struck by light at night—that’s natural. They are agile, can sneak through tiny spaces, walk silently, and vanish quickly—this is all part of their nature. They prefer high places and the night, much like leopards, to which they are related.

So, it’s normal to see them walking on rooftops or fences at night, even chasing each other. Some might enter your house uninvited, especially if the door is open. They can even give birth inside. They can be very persistent—if you chase them away, they’ll come back. That’s their nature.

It’s not a sin to keep a cat, regardless of its color (black, white, brown, etc.), especially if you have a rat problem. Cats are very useful for controlling pests. Even keeping them for affection is not a sin—it’s good if you love them.

What about owls and bats?

Same thing. These are unique creatures of God. They are nocturnal and feed in the dark. They are not pets, which is why they live in the wild.

But many people without knowledge become afraid when these animals display their unique God-given traits. They panic when they hear cats crying like babies at night. When they see bats flying at dusk or owls staring with large eyes, they assume it’s the work of witches. That’s ignorance.

In the end, some even kill these creatures thinking they’re defeating Satan!

This causes Christians to waste time—days, weeks, even years—praying and fasting against these animals, believing they’re cursed. A cat enters your house and immediately you start a month-long fast! You search for anointing water all over town, call every preacher, and live in fear, suspecting everyone of being a witch.

I’ve even heard some people believe cockroaches and lizards are used in witchcraft. So, if you see a roach in your home, you panic, thinking there’s dark magic at play.

Don’t lack knowledge, brother/sister!

Don’t waste your time on meaningless things. If cats are crying outside and it’s bothering you, go out and chase them away. Then pray for more important matters—like your family, church, or ministry. Don’t waste energy rebuking animals doing what they were created to do.

If chickens are making strange noises, try learning about their behavior first before jumping to conclusions. If hyena sounds at night disturb you, move to a city—you won’t hear them there.

These are just fears that Satan implants in people to make himself seem greater than God, so that people fear him more than they trust God.

If you are a Christian, have courage and faith and say:

“Witches have no power over me,” just as the Lord said, “The prince of this world has no hold on me” (John 14:30).

Then continue living your normal life.

God bless you.

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Isaiah 66:15-16 (ESV)

“For behold, the Lord will come in fire, and his chariots like the whirlwind, to render his anger in fury, and his rebuke with flames of fire. For by fire will the Lord enter into judgment, and by his sword, with all flesh; and those slain by the Lord shall be many.”

The second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ will not be like His first. The first time, He came as a humble servant — the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). He came in meekness, to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10). But the second coming will be dramatically different. He will come in glory, majesty, and righteous judgment.

The Bible reveals that He will return with fire and a sword, to judge the world and punish the wicked. His return will be terrifying for those who have rejected Him.

He Will Come With a New Name

Revelation 19:12 tells us:

“His eyes were like a flame of fire, and on His head were many crowns. He had a name written that no one knew except Himself.”

This shows that at His return, Jesus will come with a new name — not the name “Jesus” (Yeshua), meaning “Savior,” for at that time He will not be coming to save, but to judge and reign as King.

The world will be shocked. The same Jesus whom many mocked, ignored, or rejected — the One they heard about through weak preachers — will return with unimaginable power and authority. People will weep, tremble, and wail (Revelation 1:7), because they will realize too late who He truly is.

This is Why Grace Must Not Be Taken Lightly

Today is the day of grace. We live in the time when salvation is freely offered to all through faith in Christ. But this will not last forever.

A person once accused the author of being judgmental when speaking about the Day of Judgment. They quoted the story in John 8:7, where Jesus said:

“He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.”

But this passage must not be misused to silence warnings of coming judgment. Jesus did not excuse sin — He told the woman, “Go and sin no more” (John 8:11).

Though He didn’t cast a stone then, He will cast the sword of judgment upon unrepentant sinners at His return.

Jesus Himself Declares Judgment

Revelation 2:22-23 (KJV):

“Behold, I will cast her into a bed, and them that commit adultery with her into great tribulation, except they repent of their deeds. And I will kill her children with death; and all the churches shall know that I am He which searcheth the reins and hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works.”

These are the words of Jesus Himself, not the Father, not the prophets — but Christ. He declares that He will kill — not metaphorically — but literally judge with death those who persist in sin and refuse to repent.

This affirms what Isaiah prophesied:

“Those slain by the Lord will be many.” (Isaiah 66:16)

The Cup of God’s Wrath Is Almost Full

The Book of Revelation shows that after the Rapture of the Church, a time of great wrath will follow. The bowls of God’s anger will be poured out upon the earth.

Read Revelation 16 to understand the severity of these judgments — boils, blood, fire, darkness, and worldwide destruction.

When Jesus descends, the sun will darken, the moon will cease to give light, and stars will fall (Matthew 24:29-30). There will be a global earthquake greater than any ever recorded (Revelation 16:18). Then Christ, riding a white horse, will destroy the wicked with the sword from His mouth.

Revelation 19:11–21

“Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and makes war. […] He was clothed with a robe dipped in blood, and His name is called The Word of God.”

 “Now out of His mouth goes a sharp sword, that with it He should strike the nations. And He Himself will rule them with a rod of iron. […] And the rest were killed with the sword which proceeded from the mouth of Him who sat on the horse. And all the birds were filled with their flesh.”

(Revelation 19:11–21)

This is not symbolic. This is prophecy — Christ’s actual return in glory to execute judgment upon the wicked.

Still Clinging to Sin?

If you are still living in:

Pornography

Fornication

Adultery

Corruption

Theft

Nightclubs and drunkenness

…then consider this as a final wake-up call. The Word says:

 “Those slain by the Lord shall be many.” (Isaiah 66:16)

Don’t let this warning pass in vain.

John’s Example: From Intimacy to Awe

John the Apostle once leaned on Jesus’ chest (John 13:23). He was intimate with Christ in His earthly ministry. But later, on the island of Patmos, he saw Christ in His glorified state:

 “His eyes were like a flame of fire […] His voice as the sound of many waters. […] And when I saw Him, I fell at His feet as dead.”

(Revelation 1:14–17)

The same Jesus. But no longer meek Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus

Now is the time to flee to Him. Grace is still available. Salvation is still offered. But the day of the Lord will come like a thief (2 Peter 3:10). Repent, believe the Gospel, and live a holy life.

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Do you know why David was given a great and exalted name above all kings and those who preceded him in Israel?

It’s because there came a time when he reflected and thought: “God has given me everything—He has given me a kingdom, excellent leadership over all Israel, a beautiful house to dwell in—but why is it only me He shows such kindness to, while I do nothing for Him?”

He looked around and noticed that God had no dwelling place. He observed that the Ark of the Covenant was kept behind curtains, in thick darkness, inside worn-out tents. (1 Kings 8:12)

Then he reasoned in his heart: “This is not right. I will build a house for the Lord to dwell in.”

But that very night, the Word of the Lord came to Nathan the prophet and said: “Go and tell my servant David, ‘This is what the Lord says: Are you the one to build me a house to dwell in? I have not dwelt in a house from the day I brought the Israelites up out of Egypt to this day. I have been moving from place to place with a tent as my dwelling.’”

And God continued: “Wherever I have moved with all the Israelites, did I ever say to any of their rulers whom I commanded to shepherd my people Israel, ‘Why have you not built me a house of cedar?’”

What God meant to say to David was this: “I never asked for this from anyone. I didn’t want to seem like I was forcing them. I waited for someone to discover this on their own. But none of them did—except you, David. And because you have thought this in your heart, to honor me and bring me out of darkness and old tents, I will give you a great name and a better place.”

2 Samuel 7:1–9 (NIV)

 1 After the king was settled in his palace and the Lord had given him rest from all his enemies around him,

2 he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a tent.”

3 Nathan replied to the king, “Whatever you have in mind, go ahead and do it, for the Lord is with you.”

4 But that night the word of the Lord came to Nathan, saying:

5 “Go and tell my servant David, ‘This is what the Lord says: Are you the one to build me a house to dwell in?

6 I have not dwelt in a house from the day I brought the Israelites up out of Egypt to this day. I have been moving from place to place with a tent as my dwelling.

7 Wherever I have moved with all the Israelites, did I ever say to any of their rulers whom I commanded to shepherd my people Israel, “Why have you not built me a house of cedar?”’

8 “Now then, tell my servant David, ‘This is what the Lord Almighty says: I took you from the pasture, from tending the flock, and appointed you ruler over my people Israel.

9 I have been with you wherever you have gone, and I have cut off all your enemies from before you. Now I will make your name great, like the names of the greatest men on earth.

David then began all the preparations for the building of the temple, and later his son Solomon completed it.

Today we know how God gave David a name greater than all those before him. Even our Lord Jesus came from that same lineage of David in the flesh. But it all started because David didn’t wait to be told—he simply acted.

Today, many of God’s works are lacking, and yet God remains silent. He is watching and saying nothing. Yes, He will continue to be with us as His children and as His servants—He may even use us like He used Samuel.

But unless we examine and take action where there is need, we shouldn’t expect God to come and say, “Please do this or that for Me.”

The same goes for you. If you are born again, and you know that giving to God is your responsibility, don’t expect God to one day ask you:

“Why haven’t you given?”

He won’t say it. You’re supposed to recognize it yourself.

If you know you are called to share the Gospel using the gift God has placed in you, don’t sit back waiting for a vision or for God to speak audibly saying, “Go preach.”

Erase that thought completely.

It’s understandable if a new believer is waiting for guidance, but you, who have been saved for months or years and have no testimony—you are not waiting on God; God is waiting on you.

 “As soon as you take a step, God adds another.”

So don’t wait for God to tell you. Just do it.

On this day, from this message, the Bible teaches us to have eyes like David’s, so that we too may be honored by the Lord and be given a great name—both here and in eternity.

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There is power in being the second born.

Shalom! May the name of our Lord Jesus Christ be blessed.

The Bible declares that Israel is God’s firstborn son:

Exodus 4:22-23 (NKJV)

“Then you shall say to Pharaoh, ‘Thus says the Lord: “Israel is My son, My firstborn. So I say to you, let My son go that he may serve Me. But if you refuse to let him go, indeed I will kill your son, your firstborn.”’”

If there is a firstborn, that naturally implies there is a second born.

According to Scripture, Israel was chosen as God’s firstborn nation. This means the other nations of the world—including us—are considered “second born” in comparison.

This explains why Israel was the first to receive God’s blessings and divine revelation. They were the first to know God and walk in His covenant. That privilege belonged to them because they were firstborn in God’s divine order.

Imagine younger siblings in a family complaining because their elder brother received everything first—the first to be nursed, clothed, or taught. It would seem immature for them to complain, right? A mature mind understands that it’s simply because the older sibling was born first.

Likewise, why did God choose Israel first and give them special favor?

The answer is clearly given in

Exodus 4:22:

“Israel is My son, My firstborn.”

Being firstborn means receiving the primary portion of inheritance, blessings, and responsibilities.

We, the Gentiles (non-Jewish nations), came later and have inherited many of the spiritual blessings originally given to Israel. That’s why we read the Old Testament—a book filled with the lives and stories of Israelites—to learn the ways of God.

But there’s a powerful secret revealed to us “second borns”—through the Cross of Jesus Christ. 

Through Christ, a new kind of grace was released, not based on natural birth or heritage, but based on faith and spiritual rebirth. Those of us who were once considered not part of the inheritance have now been made heirs through Christ.

Ephesians 2:12-14 (NKJV)

“…that at that time you were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world.

But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.

For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of separation.”

This is a grace we do not deserve. You and I were once excluded from God’s promises, yet through the Cross, we were adopted into His family.

This is divine favor beyond human reasoning!

A Revelation in Genesis 48: The Blessing of the Second Born 

When Jacob (Israel) was blessing Joseph’s sons—Manasseh (the firstborn) and Ephraim (the second)—he crossed his hands, placing his right hand (symbol of authority and blessing) on Ephraim, the second born.

Genesis 48:14 (NIV)

“But Israel reached out his right hand and put it on Ephraim’s head, though he was the younger…”

This act symbolized the mystery of the Cross, where God reversed the natural order to bless the second born—the Gentiles—through the sacrifice of His Son.

Just as Jacob crossed his arms, God also crossed the boundary between Jews and Gentiles at the Cross, and gave us—Gentiles—a double portion of grace.

Do You Still Ignore the Cross? 

Are you still chasing money and earthly opportunities, while neglecting the hidden treasures found at the Cross?

The inheritance promised to the children of God is far greater than anything the world can offer:

A New Heaven and a New Earth.

1 Corinthians 2:9

“Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.”

Revelation 21:4

“And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.”

This is the eternal destiny for all who receive Christ: a life of unending joy, peace, and fellowship with God.

Do Not Treat the Cross as Foolishness 

1 Corinthians 1:18

“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.”

If you are not saved, today is your day.

This is not about joining a new religion or denomination. Giving your life to Jesus is about entering into the covenant of grace offered through His sacrifice.

The grace of the Cross will not last forever. A day is coming when it will be too late to repent. That’s why God’s grace teaches us to deny ungodliness and live righteously.

If you are still living in sin—whether in fornication, adultery, homosexuality, abortion, drunkenness, theft, cursing, or indecent living—then you are not yet walking in that grace. You must enter in.

What Should You Do? 

If your heart is ready today, make a wise decision.

Take a few moments to get alone before God, confess your sins to Him, and ask for His mercy. Repent sincerely—turn away from your past and determine never to go back to those sinful ways.

God is full of compassion and will forgive you if your repentance is genuine.

Next Step: Get Baptized 

After repentance, do not delay—seek true baptism.

This is a crucial step. Jesus Himself was baptized, and He commanded all who believe in Him to do the same.

Be baptized in much water (immersion), in the name of Jesus Christ, which is the revealed name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38).

If you treat this step lightly, it may be a sign you haven’t fully repented.

Conclusion: Be Born Again 

Through repentance, faith in Christ, and baptism, you will complete your salvation and become born again, just as the Scriptures teach.

Remember: we are living in the last days, and a time of great sorrow and judgment is approaching for those who reject Christ.

Hebrews 2:3

“How shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation?”

May the Lord help both you and me not to be counted among those who reject this gift.

Maranatha!

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Meeting Jesus in Jericho 

In the journey of our Lord Jesus to Jericho, we can learn valuable lessons from two individuals. The Bible tells us that there was a great crowd following Him. It’s important to remember that each person in that crowd was hoping for a personal touch from Jesus, each with their own struggles—some had family issues, others had business troubles, some were sick, and some were simply hoping to see Jesus.

In the midst of this large crowd of people all desiring personal service from Jesus, He encountered two unique individuals.

The First Person: The Blind Beggar 

The first person we meet in this story is a poor, blind beggar. Let’s read his story:

Luke 18:35-43 (NIV)

“As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. They told him, ‘Jesus of Nazareth is passing by.’ He called out, ‘Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!’ Those who led the way rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, ‘Son of David, have mercy on me!’ Jesus stopped and ordered the man to be brought to him. When he came near, Jesus asked him, ‘What do you want me to do for you?’ ‘Lord, I want to see,’ he replied. Jesus said to him, ‘Receive your sight; your faith has healed you.’ Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, praising God. When all the people saw it, they also praised God.”

Reflection:

This man was blind, unable to see, and had no way of physically reaching Jesus on his own. Yet, in his moment of need, he became the first to be healed and to have the opportunity to see Jesus up close—more than anyone else in that crowd who had their sight, feet, and hearing. Even though others tried to silence him, his determination to cry out to Jesus, despite his limitations, led to his healing.

The second person we meet is Zacchaeus.

He was a wealthy tax collector, but he knew that his wealth would not help him see Jesus. Despite being rich, he realized that his physical stature was preventing him from even getting a glimpse of Jesus. Let’s read his story:

Luke 19:1-6 (NIV)

“Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way. When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, ‘Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.’ So he came down at once and welcomed him gladly.”

Zacchaeus went ahead and climbed a tree to see Jesus. And when Jesus passed by, He looked up and called him by name, even though many others in the crowd were taller and likely had a better view.

Lessons We Can Learn 

Overcoming Weaknesses and Limitations:

Many of us think that our weaknesses are obstacles that prevent us from getting closer to God or serving Him. We make excuses like, “That person is a Christian because they were born into a Christian family,” or “That person can serve because they have enough money to fund a ministry,” or “That person has the physical ability to preach the gospel.”

But what we often forget is that those who seem like they have no chance to reach Jesus due to their weaknesses are often the first to be healed and served by Him when they earnestly seek Him in their circumstances.

Just like the blind beggar and Zacchaeus—one blind, one short in stature—these limitations didn’t prevent them from receiving Jesus’ attention. Their faith and determination broke through their weaknesses.

Perseverance in Seeking Jesus:

It’s easy to give up when we face obstacles, but the blind man didn’t give up on calling out to Jesus, nor did Zacchaeus when the crowd blocked his view. Both pressed on. No matter the limitations you think you have, keep seeking Jesus. One day, you may be surprised to find yourself in a position of service to Him, reaching others, even if you never thought it was possible.

God Sees Beyond Our Limitations:

No matter what our shortcomings are—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—God sees our hearts. Both the blind beggar and Zacchaeus were overlooked by the crowd, yet Jesus saw them and called them by name.

It’s a reminder that God does not see as humans see (1 Samuel 16:7). He sees the heart and knows our earnest desire to connect with Him.

A Call for Salvation 

None of this is possible unless you are first reconciled with God. If you are outside of Christ, this is the moment to invite the Savior into your heart. Repent of your sins, be baptized, and the Lord will give you His Holy Spirit. From that moment forward, He will set His eyes on you first, just as He did with the beggar and Zacchaeus.

Romans 10:9-10 (NIV)

“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. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.”

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There is a well-known event in Scripture involving a young boy possessed by a mute spirit. His father brought him to Jesus’ disciples, but they could not cast the spirit out. Later, when Jesus came down from the mountain, the father ran to Him and pleaded for help, explaining that the disciples had failed.

Jesus then asked for the boy to be brought to Him. What followed was astonishing—beyond what anyone present had expected. Let us carefully revisit this passage and uncover a profound truth from the end of the story.

Mark 9:17–27 (NKJV)

17 Then one of the crowd answered and said, “Teacher, I brought You my son, who has a mute spirit. 18 And wherever it seizes him, it throws him down; he foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth, and becomes rigid. So I spoke to Your disciples, that they should cast it out, but they could not.” 19 He answered him and said, “O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? How long shall I bear with you? Bring him to Me.” 20 Then they brought him to Him. And when he saw Him, immediately the spirit convulsed him, and he fell on the ground and wallowed, foaming at the mouth. 21 So He asked his father, “How long has this been happening to him?” And he said, “From childhood. 22 And often he has thrown him both into the fire and into the water to destroy him. But if You can do anything, have compassion on us and help us.” 23 Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” 24 Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!” 25 When Jesus saw that the people came running together, He rebuked the unclean spirit, saying to it, “Deaf and dumb spirit, I command you, come out of him and enter him no more!” 26 Then the spirit cried out, convulsed him greatly, and came out of him. And he became as one dead, so that many said, “He is dead.” 27 But Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him up, and he arose.

A DEEPER LOOK AT HOW CHRIST HEALS THE SPIRIT 

Verse 26 says:

“Then the spirit cried out, convulsed him greatly…”

The word “greatly” shows this was not a mild reaction—it was violent. The struggle was intense, so much so that people gathered quickly, drawn by the noise and chaos. Some might have thought the boy was being burned alive or poisoned. His father may have feared that things had now become worse than before. Some likely murmured, “He was better off before; now he’s ruined.”

Then, all became still. The boy no longer moved—no twitching, no breathing, no voice. It was as if he had died.

And what did the crowd say? “He is dead.”

Some may have panicked, thinking Jesus had failed. Others may have wept. But what was Jesus doing?

Jesus watched in silence, allowing the full work of God to unfold within the boy. When the transformation was complete, He reached out His hand, lifted him up, and the boy stood—not weak or staggering, but whole and strong.

This wasn’t just physical healing. This was complete spiritual restoration—done God’s way.

WHY DID JESUS HEAL HIM THIS WAY? 

Why didn’t Jesus heal him with a simple touch or word, like He did in many other instances? Why allow such a dramatic, terrifying scene?

Because Jesus was teaching a spiritual truth:

This is how He heals our souls.

Often, when we pray for deliverance, healing, or breakthrough, we expect instant peace. But many times, the moment after you pray is when things seem to grow worse—not better.

You pray for spiritual healing, and your inner struggles intensify.

You seek freedom from bondage, and the temptation increases.

You ask for healing from illness, and symptoms grow worse.

But do not fear. Once you’ve brought your situation to Christ, understand this:

The battle has already met Jesus.

The turmoil you see is the darkness screaming on its way out.

As with the boy, what appears to be death is actually deliverance. The spirit convulsed greatly, then left. The boy looked dead—but that was not the end. Jesus took his hand and lifted him up, fully healed.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR YOU? 

That illness, that struggle, that sin—you’ve already given it to Christ. Now it may look worse. Don’t lose hope.

Others may say, “You’re finished.”

But remember: No one dies in the presence of the Resurrection and the Life.

“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.’”

John 11:25

When Christ begins a healing work, He completes it (Philippians 1:6).

Even if you appear “dead” to others—emotionally, financially, or spiritually—He will raise you.

SOMETIMES GOD ALLOWS YOU TO “DIE” SO YOU CAN TRULY LIVE 

When you ask God to take you to a new level spiritually, don’t be surprised if things look like they’re falling apart. That’s how God removes what must die before He brings forth new life in you.

“Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain.”

John 12:24

Don’t fear the silence. Don’t fear the convulsions. God is at work, and when He’s finished, He will lift you up—restored, strong, and free.

YOUR PART: BELIEVE 

The father of the boy said:

“I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24)

That’s enough.

Just believe that Christ heard you. Believe that He is at work, even if you don’t feel it. And remain in Him, because only in Christ do we receive true spiritual healing.

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