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WHICH ARE THESE WEAPONS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS FOR THE RIGHT HAND AND THE LEFT HAND?

QUESTION: In 2 Corinthians 6:7, the Bible does mention about weapons of righteousness for the right hand and for the left hand. Which are they?

‭2 Corinthians 6:7 NIV‬
[7] in truthful speech and in the power of God; with weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left; “

According to the scripture above, there are weapons (spiritual) for the right and left hands. Apart from these,there are also other weapons which are fastened onto the feet,the chest area and the head),even though not part of what we are going to learn in our today’s study of the Bible. Today,our study of the Word focuses on those weapons that are for the hands,as we have read in above scripture.

ANSWER:

For us to find the answer to our question above,let us read the Book of Ephesians. The Bible says ;

Ephesians 6:13-17 NIV‬
[13] “Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. [14] Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, [15] and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. [16] In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. [17] Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. “

If you carefully make a picture of the kind of soldier portrayed in the scripture above,you can see that he holds a SWORD in one hand and in the other, a SHIELD. The two, that is, ” the Sword and the Shield “, are the weapons for the right and the left hands.

Talking of the Shield,the Bible refers to our Faith.As a weapon, faith is fastened on the hand,and therefore must not be ‘dropped down’.By faith,we are empowered to extinguish all the fiery darts of the evil one. Also,through faith,we can do the impossible, according to Hebrews chapter 11.

In verse 17 of the book of Ephesians chapter 6,the Bible mentions the Sword,referring to the Word of God.When we fill our minds with God’s Word,and let it dwell richly in us,we are able to stand against the enemy and his armies.They cannot overpower us.We will dash them to pieces,because we are filled with and therefore know God’s word.

‭Hebrews 4:12-13( NIV‬ );

[12] “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.

[13] Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account. “

Faith and the Word of God are closely tied together.They are both fastened on the hands. One on the right hand and the other on the left hand.One is dependent upon the other. We read this in;

‭Romans 10:17 (NIV‬ );

[17] “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. “

Do you have these weapons with you? Remember, you cannot claim to have them unless you have fully become a soldier in the world of the spirit. The weapons are meant for battle. If you aren’t facing any battle (spiritual warfare),then you are not yet a soldier. If you still live as the people of the world do,you do not need any weapon,because there’s nothing you are protecting against the Enemy. You are still under his authority and dominion.What would you need a sword or a shield for?

When you are born again and become a true believer in Christ,living righteously, and having forsaken your former evil ways,you become a soldier.You make the most sought-after and a greatly feared person by the enemy.You become an enemy of the devil.This means you have be alert always lest you be caught off-guard by the enemy,and,thus suffer ruin.

May the Lord help us to be true and bold soldiers of Christ, having put on the weapons of righteousness to enable remain grounded in faith,fighting for our salvation to the end.

Maran Atha!

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Seek to Fulfill God’s Work Through the Ministry He Has Placed in You

We serve God through the spiritual gifts He has entrusted to us, for these gifts give birth to our ministry. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are compared to the parts of a human body. Just as each part of the body has its own function, so do the gifts in the Body of Christ. Paul explains:

 

“For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.”

(Romans 12:4–5)

The Nature of Spiritual Gifts

One striking feature of body parts is that none exists for its own benefit; every part serves the other parts.

Feet carry the entire body, not just themselves.

Hands feed the mouth, wash the body, and comb the hair.

Eyes do not look at themselves; they watch over the entire body

Ears listen for the sake of the body.

The heart pumps blood to all the parts; it does not beat for its own pleasure.

Likewise, spiritual gifts function to edify and build up the Body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:7). Where there is no mutual support, something is wrong, and the Holy Spirit’s presence is absent. But where He is present, every member serves the others in love (Ephesians 4:16).

Are You Serving the Body?

If you find that you neither help others nor need help from anyone, it may indicate spiritual deadness—like a lifeless limb that no longer functions. Paul warned that spiritual inactivity can lead to being “disconnected from the Head” (Colossians 2:19).

Do not remain in this state; seek revival today!

Discovering Your Gift

Many believers claim, “I don’t know my gift, so I’m waiting for God to reveal it to me.”

But gifts are rarely discovered by passive waiting. Instead, they are uncovered in active service. As you engage in different areas of ministry, you will discover where you excel joyfully and naturally, often without external prompting.

Like the lepers in 2 Kings 7:1–15, who stepped out in faith and found God’s provision, you too must take action. As you serve, God will confirm and strengthen your calling, opening new doors of effectiveness.

Practical Steps to Walk in Your Ministry

Engage with the Body of Christ – Participate in the life of your local church. Offer your skills, ideas, and time wherever you can (Hebrews 10:24–25).

Observe where God uses you most effectively – Perhaps your words of comfort restore hope to the brokenhearted, or your counsel brings clarity to the confused.

Grow through practice – As you serve, the Lord will expand your capacity, increase your wisdom, and deepen your burden for the work.

Eventually, your calling will become so integral to your life that it will feel like spiritual “food,” echoing Jesus’ words:

“My food,” said Jesus, “is to do the will of Him who sent me and to finish His work.”

(John 4:34)

Check Your Motives

Spiritual gifts are for building others, not for personal gain. If your goal is fame, money, or personal status, another spirit is at work (Acts 8:18–23). Genuine service flows from love and the desire to glorify Christ (1 Peter 4:10–11).

Do Not Delay

If you have been waiting for visions, dreams, or angelic visitations before serving, remember:

“We walk by faith, not by sight.” (2 Corinthians 5:7)

Step out in faith today. Join those already laboring in God’s vineyard, and He will lead you to your appointed ministry.

A Call to Salvation

Before you can work for Christ, you must first belong to Him. Accept Jesus as Lord and Savior, be filled with the Holy Spirit, and allow Him to guide your steps (John 3:3; Acts 1:8).

Seek earnestly to fulfill God’s work with the ministry He has placed in you, and He will honor you (1 Samuel 2:30).

 

May the Lord bless you as you serve Him faithfull

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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AND THE SPIRIT AND THE BRIDE SAY, “COME!”

 

Shalom! I welcome you to reflect together on the words of life.

In this final season, there is only one response that will identify who the true Bride of Christ is.

Remember, the bride is different from a concubine. Solomon had 700 concubines, but his wives (the brides) were only 300. The difference between a wife and a concubine is that the wife has full legal rights, including inheritance and property, while a concubine may be given many things but not the inheritance or the family name.

You can see this in the life of Abraham. Besides Isaac, he had seven other sons, but they were given only gifts—lands, houses, and other possessions. Isaac alone received everything: the gifts, the inheritance, and the name. That is why even today we recognize Isaac and not the others, because they were sons of concubines and not sons of the lawful wife, Sarah.

Genesis 25:5–6
“And Abraham gave all that he had unto Isaac. But unto the sons of the concubines, which Abraham had, Abraham gave gifts, and sent them away from Isaac his son, while he yet lived, eastward, unto the east country.”

So it is even in these last days—these two groups still exist. Therefore, do not rejoice merely because God blesses you, or because He gives you this or that. Rejoice when you are certain that you are an heir of God’s eternal promises after this life.

For concubines are always more numerous than wives.

Now, when we return to the book of Revelation, you will see in many places that the Lord Jesus declared these words: “Behold, I am coming quickly.” Read the following:

Revelation 22:7
“Behold, I am coming quickly! Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book.”

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

This shows that the time of His return to the earth is very near.

But if you go a little further down, you will see two who are recorded as responding to that call—the Holy Spirit and the Bride.

Revelation 22:17
“And the Spirit and the bride say, ‘Come!’ And let him who hears say, ‘Come!’ And let him who thirsts come. Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely.”

Why did the Bride have the boldness to respond to that call, saying, “Come, Lord Jesus”? It is because she knew her true inheritance was near. It is because she had confidence in her faith through the Holy Spirit who dwelt within her.

That is why even the apostle John, when he heard the Lord repeat those words again, responded with great courage and said, “Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.”

Revelation 22:20
“He who testifies to these things says, ‘Surely I am coming quickly.’ Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!”

Only the Bride, filled with the Holy Spirit, will have the courage to speak these words in these last days.

The question to ask ourselves is this: Can you and I say these words? Remember, the answer is not in our mouths but in our hearts. If we do not have that boldness, then we are not the Bride—no matter how much we may claim to be saved. We would only be like the concubines, and when the day of the rapture comes, we will remain here on earth; we will not be taken together with the true Bride.

Concubines are also symbolized by the foolish virgins who took their lamps but carried no extra oil in their vessels. When the Bridegroom came, they were found without enough oil.

Matthew 25:1–13 (Excerpt)
“Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom… Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish… While the bridegroom was delayed, they all slumbered and slept.
And at midnight a cry was heard: ‘Behold, the bridegroom is coming; go out to meet him!’…
And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the wedding; and the door was shut.”

Therefore, brothers and sisters, let us not rejoice merely in calling ourselves Christians. Rather, let us rejoice in being the Bride—filled with the Holy Spirit. Remember the word of the Lord:

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

If we are already saved but still living lukewarm lives, then this is our time to prepare our lamps in the short time we have left.

May God grant us, by His grace, to reach a blessed end.

Maranatha — Come, Lord!

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KEEP YOURSELF FROM DEFILEMENT

 

Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome as we reflect once again on the Scriptures today.

There is great confusion in Christianity regarding food. Some believe that certain foods are unclean, while others believe that all foods are lawful to eat—leading to endless disputes.

If we read the Scriptures carefully, we will see that food cannot defile a person. However, this does not mean that everything is beneficial. Certainly not! You cannot eat wood, iron, poison, or alcohol and say they are suitable—they destroy the body rather than build it.

1 Corinthians 10:23
“All things are lawful, but not all things are helpful. All things are lawful, but not all things build up.”

Therefore, if you are certain that what you are eating does not harm your body, then eat—it is not a sin. But if you know it is harmful, do not eat it. Likewise, if you have doubts or uncertainty about whether it may harm you, it is better not to eat it at all, because abstaining is not a sin.

Romans 14:22–23
“The faith that you have, keep between yourself and God. Blessed is the one who has no reason to pass judgment on himself for what he approves. But whoever has doubts is condemned if he eats, because the eating is not from faith. For whatever does not proceed from faith is sin.”

Today we will not focus deeply on the subject of food. If you would like a teaching on that topic, you may let us know. Instead, we will learn how to avoid defilement through the following well-known passage.

Let us read:

Mark 7:5, 14–16
“Then the Pharisees and the scribes asked Him, ‘Why do Your disciples not walk according to the tradition of the elders, but eat with defiled hands?’
And He called the people to Him again and said to them, ‘Hear Me, all of you, and understand: There is nothing outside a person that by going into him can defile him, but the things that come out of a person are what defile him. If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear.’”

Our Lord Jesus spoke these words to a crowd that may have numbered in the hundreds or even thousands. Among them were His twelve disciples, and together they heard that nothing entering a person defiles them, but what comes out does.

After saying this, the Lord did not continue explaining, so everyone left with their own interpretation. Many likely thought that what enters a person is food, and what comes out is vomit, feces, or urine—and that these are what defile a person. The entire crowd dispersed believing they had understood the Lord, yet in truth they had not understood Him at all.

Later, the disciples realized there was something they had not grasped, so they approached Him privately and asked for clarification.

Let us read:

Mark 7:17–23
“And when He had entered the house and left the people, His disciples asked Him about the parable. And He said to them, ‘Then are you also without understanding? Do you not see that whatever goes into a person from outside cannot defile him, since it enters not his heart but his stomach, and is expelled?’ (Thus He declared all foods clean.)
And He said, ‘What comes out of a person is what defiles him. For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, coveting, wickedness, deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride, foolishness. All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person.’”

Do you see that? The disciples received the explanation clearly—but the crowd did not. The crowd left thinking defilement meant sweat, vomit, or bodily waste. But that is not so! Defiling things are those that come from the heart, not the body.

When you walk down the street and accidentally hear someone using insults, those words enter your ears and are stored in your memory—yet that does not defile you. But when you later become angry, open that storehouse, and use those same insults against someone else, that is when you become defiled.

If you witness a wrongdoing such as abortion that you did not commit, the event is stored in your heart—but you are not defiled. However, if one day you become pregnant and choose abortion, or advise another person to do so, then you have become defiled. The same principle applies to many other sins.

A defiled person before God is spiritually unclean. In the Old Testament, an unclean person was not allowed to enter the assembly of God but was separated until they were purified. Even today, defilement still exists. If you are a drunkard, sexually immoral, an adulterer, a murderer, abusive in speech, practicing homosexuality, addicted to pornography, a gossip, and so on—you are defiled before God. It does not matter how many years you have called yourself a Christian; you still need repentance and must separate yourself from such things.

Titus 1:15–16
“To the pure, all things are pure, but to the defiled and unbelieving nothing is pure; both their minds and their consciences are defiled. They profess to know God, but they deny Him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, unfit for any good work.”

If you are not yet saved, Christ loves you and died for us. Salvation is freely available today. What you should do right where you are is kneel down personally and repent sincerely before Him. If you truly mean it when you say “Amen,” He has already heard you and forgiven you. You will experience a remarkable peace entering your heart.

After that, seek proper biblical baptism—baptism in much water:

John 3:23
“John also was baptizing at Aenon near Salim, because water was plentiful there, and people were coming and being baptized.”

And be baptized in the name of our Savior Jesus Christ—the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit:

Matthew 28:19
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

Acts 2:38
“And Peter said to them, ‘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.’”

By obeying these few and simple commands, you assure heaven that you have truly turned to God, and He will honor you. The true cleansing of Christ will come into your life.

May the Lord bless you.

If you are saved, do not forget to pray daily for the Church, for all Christians, and for the servants of God.

Maranatha!

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HIS NAME IN HEBREW IS ABADDON, AND IN GREEK APOLLYON

In the Bible, Satan is described with different names that reveal his character and the works he performs on earth. For example, when Scripture calls him Satan or the Devil, it is because he is the adversary and accuser of our souls before God. This aligns with the meaning of his name (Revelation 12:10).

Elsewhere, he is called the Dragon (Revelation 12:9) because he is a deceiver like the serpent in Eden and a devourer of souls just as dragons devour their prey.

In other places, he is called the prince of this world (John 12:31; 2 Corinthians 4:4) because much of what is exalted in this world is under his dominion.

He is also called the prince of the power of the air (Ephesians 2:2), because the forces of darkness in the spiritual realm operate under his command. He is the father of demons, sorcery, and all wickedness.

Another title is the Tempter (Matthew 4:3; 1 Thessalonians 3:5), because he is the source of temptations that seek to bring down believers. That is why Jesus warned:

“Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41).

But above all these names, Scripture shows that he will one day be revealed with another title—Abaddon (in Hebrew) or Apollyon (in Greek). This name means The Destroyer (Revelation 9:11). It describes his ultimate work: to bring destruction upon humanity.

The Fifth Trumpet and the Release of Abaddon
When we read the book of Revelation, after the rapture of the Church, extraordinary judgments will unfold on the earth. After the seven seals, the seven trumpets are blown. Let us focus on the fifth trumpet, which directly introduces Abaddon/Apollyon.

Revelation 9:1–6 (NKJV):
“Then the fifth angel sounded: And I saw a star fallen from heaven to the earth. To him was given the key to the bottomless pit. And he opened the bottomless pit, and smoke arose out of the pit like the smoke of a great furnace. So the sun and the air were darkened because of the smoke of the pit. Then out of the smoke locusts came upon the earth. And to them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power… And they were not given authority to kill them, but to torment them for five months… In those days men will seek death and will not find it; they will desire to die, and death will flee from them.”

John explains that these locusts are not literal insects but demonic forces imprisoned until that appointed time (see Jude 1:6). They will be commanded by their king: “And they had as king over them the angel of the bottomless pit, whose name in Hebrew is Abaddon, but in Greek he has the name Apollyon” (Revelation 9:11).

These spirits will torment people who do not have the seal of God (compare with Revelation 7:3). They will not kill but will inflict unbearable torment, so intense that people will long for death but not find it.

Why This Matters Now
Today Satan already acts as a destroyer, but the devastation in that time will be far greater. These demons will drive people to madness, cruelty, division, and unbearable suffering—like the man possessed in the tombs of the Gadarenes (Mark 5:2–5). They will produce affliction without relief, diseases without cure, and despair without death.

This terrifying prophecy teaches us that it is only the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Church that restrains such evil from breaking loose now. Paul confirms:
“For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work; only He who now restrains will do so until He is taken out of the way. And then the lawless one will be revealed…” (2 Thessalonians 2:7–8).

When the Church is taken away in the rapture, the restraint will be removed, and the earth will face unparalleled destruction. Jesus Himself warned: “There will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be” (Matthew 24:21).

A Call to Salvation
The question, then, is: Do we still despise the salvation offered in Christ?
Jesus is full of mercy and warns us before judgment comes suddenly. He calls us to repent, be baptized in His name (Acts 2:38), and live in holiness. For the world is passing away, but “he who does the will of God abides forever” (1 John 2:17).

Christ asked, “For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?” (Mark 8:36).

Therefore, now is the time of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). Let us surrender to Christ before it is too late.

✦ Conclusion: Abaddon/Apollyon is not just a title but a revelation of Satan’s destructive mission in the end times. Yet, those who belong to Christ have the seal of God and will escape the wrath to come through the rapture of the saints.

 

 

 

 

 

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THE SPIRITUAL REALM EXISTS AND HAS AN IMPACT ON OUR LIVES!

 

In the book of Genesis, we read about creation. God created man from the dust of the earth, and He also created visible things like trees, animals, fish, and many others.

However, if you carefully read the creation account, you will notice that only what is visible to the naked eye is mentioned. The invisible things were not listed. For example, bacteria, which are more numerous than all visible creatures and have countless types, are not mentioned. Neither are viruses, nor the living blood cells in Adam’s body that defend him against bodily enemies. Likewise, dust is mentioned, but the much smaller building blocks of matter—protons and electrons—which are in every grain of soil and in all things, were not listed.

This means God’s creation is not limited to what we can see; He also made countless invisible things that exist among us. What we see is just a summary of all creation.

Many of life’s problems and successes are influenced by what we cannot see.

For example, all diseases are caused by unseen bacteria or viruses. The coronavirus, invisible to the naked eye, disrupted the whole world.

Likewise, many advances rely on the unseen: a thin wire can transmit electricity that powers massive machines or heats water in minutes—thanks to the invisible movement of electrons and protons.

In the same way, the spiritual realm exists. We cannot deny Satan, demons, or angels simply because we cannot see them.

Many events on earth originate in the spiritual realm. In fact, Scripture teaches:

 

“By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.” (Hebrews 11:3)

For this reason, the invisible should concern us even more than the visible:

“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” (2 Corinthians 4:18)

Even science confirms the reality of forces we cannot see—like gravity and magnetism—which remain mysteries to this day.

The spiritual world is real, and its effects on our lives are profound.

If you fear an unseen virus like HIV entering your body and avoid immorality for protection, consider that there are far worse unseen entities—evil spirits—that can enter your life through the same acts of sin, bringing direct destruction. A single demonic spirit gained through one sinful act can derail your entire life.

If you avoid an unseen electric shock by carefully handling wires, then fear sin even more, for there are unseen spiritual forces far more dangerous than electricity—capable of sudden and eternal destruction.

The Bible is our “microscope”, revealing the unseen. As we study God’s Word, we learn how to discern these spirits and guard against them. For example:

“But a man who commits adultery has no sense; whoever does so destroys himself.” (Proverbs 6:32)

When someone knows God’s Word and deliberately disobeys it, they open a door for demonic influence. These effects are not always immediate, but they become evident over time—sometimes through sudden misfortune, unexplained death, loss of honor, or even catastrophic accidents.

Many believe the only consequence of sexual immorality is contracting HIV, but the spiritual repercussions can be far worse.

May the Lord open our eyes to value the spiritual more than the physical and strengthen our faith. I say this because I personally encountered an evil spirit in the physical realm recently, and God reminded me that these spirits roam the earth seeking people to devour (1 Peter 5:8). In these last days, their efforts have intensified, knowing their time is short (Revelation 12:12).

Therefore, be vigilant. The spiritual realm is real.

Run into Christ for safety.

Maranatha!

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WHY IS THERE A GREAT FALLING AWAY AMONG CHRISTIANS TODAY?

Shalom! Let us study the Word of God together, especially since the end is drawing near.

We must always remember that salvation is a precious treasure which we must hold on to at all costs. Receiving salvation may appear simple, but keeping it to the very end is not easy. This is because there is another kingdom—the kingdom of darkness—whose sole purpose is to make people lose their salvation, even after they have already received it.

This is why preachers and teachers of the Word must continually emphasize perseverance in the faith. The apostles, our fathers in the faith, made this the central theme of their teaching. They urged believers to contend earnestly for the faith entrusted to the saints once for all.

“Dear friends, although I was very eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I felt compelled to write and urge you to contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God’s holy people.”
—Jude 1:3

The apostles saw the dangers and battles facing believers. They were not ignorant of the opportunities, wealth, or business ventures surrounding them in their time. But they knew where the real battle of human life was: the battle for faith.

When one is transformed into a new creation, things cannot remain the same. Satan will rise up to hunt down that salvation. His hatred is not directed at your business success, your wealth, or your education—it is directed at your faith. The moment you begin to grow spiritually, the enemy takes notice.

And when do you meet him face to face? It is exactly when you begin your new life in Christ. If you are not taught this truth and are simply told, “Now that you are saved, you are automatically bound for heaven,” without preparation for spiritual warfare, your faith is in great danger of collapsing. This is why we see so many Christians falling away today.

Jesus Himself warned that Satan would use two main weapons against the believer: tribulation and persecution.

“The seed falling on rocky ground refers to someone who hears the word and at once receives it with joy. But since they have no root, they last only a short time. When trouble or persecution comes because of the word, they quickly fall away.”
—Matthew 13:20–21

Tribulation refers to the hardships and trials you endure for the sake of your faith. Persecution refers to rejection, mockery, and opposition from people because of what you believe. At such times, you may be misunderstood by family members, rejected by friends, or even opposed by religious leaders. Like the early church, you may face imprisonment or suffer for your stand on the Word of God.

Yet, we must remember: these things happen under God’s sovereign allowance. They are temporary and cannot last forever. As Paul said:

“For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”
—2 Corinthians 4:17

Sadly, many believers do not endure this season of testing. Instead of pressing forward, they give up and turn back. This is the reason behind the large number of Christians who have fallen away in our generation.

But God has promised that if we hold fast, He will give us victory. The key is patience and perseverance.

“But the seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering produce a crop.”
—Luke 8:15

Therefore, let us fight the good fight of faith, endure to the end, and never let go of the treasure of salvation. The Lord is faithful to sustain us if we continue to abide in Him.

“You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.”
—Hebrews 10:36

May the Lord help us to overcome and remain steadfast until the end.

Shalom.

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THE DAYS OF THE SERVANTS OF GOD

Luke 17:26–29 (NKJV)

26 “And as it was in the days of Noah, so it will be also in the days of the Son of Man:
27 They ate, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noah entered the ark, and the flood came and destroyed them all.
28 Likewise as it was also in the days of Lot: They ate, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they built;
29 but on the day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven and destroyed them all.”

Blessed be the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

This prophecy was spoken directly by our Lord Jesus Himself. It was not spoken by Paul, John, Peter, or even Luke who recorded it. It came from the mouth of the Lord Himself, describing what His coming would be like.

In this prophecy, He compared His return to:

  • The days of Noah
  • The days of Lot

Many focus only on the outward activities mentioned: eating and drinking (a life of indulgence and drunkenness), marrying and giving in marriage (moral corruption and distorted unions), buying and selling (even corrupt and dishonest trade), planting and building (material preoccupation).

Indeed, we see much of this fulfilled in our generation.

However, there are two deeper expressions that are easy to miss:

  1. “As it was in the days of Noah”
  2. “As it was in the days of Lot”

Jesus did not say, “as it was in the day of the flood” or “as it was in the day of Sodom’s destruction.”
He specifically said: the days of Noah and the days of Lot.

This is very significant.

1. The Days of Noah – A Time of Warning Before Judgment

Noah was a servant of God. Before the flood came, God warned him.

Genesis 6:13 (NKJV)

“And God said to Noah, ‘The end of all flesh has come before Me… and behold, I will destroy them with the earth.’”

Noah was not only warned—he was given time to prepare and to preach.

2 Peter 2:5 (NKJV)

“…Noah, one of eight people, a preacher of righteousness…”

For many years while building the ark, Noah preached repentance. Yet only eight souls entered the ark (Genesis 7:13).

The rest mocked him. To them, he looked like a foolish old carpenter building a ship where there was no rain.

But when the door of the ark was shut by God (Genesis 7:16), it was too late.

2. The Days of Lot – A Time of Urgent Escape

Lot also was warned before destruction came.

Genesis 19:12–14 (NKJV)

“Have you anyone else here? … Take them out of this place!
For we will destroy this place…
So Lot went out and spoke to his sons-in-law… but to his sons-in-law he seemed to be joking.”

Lot warned his family, but they thought he was joking.

Only Lot, his wife, and his two daughters left. Even then, his wife looked back and perished (Genesis 19:26).

The Apostle Peter calls Lot a righteous man:

2 Peter 2:7–8 (NKJV)

“…righteous Lot, who was oppressed by the filthy conduct of the wicked…”

What Does This Mean for Us?

When Jesus says “as it was in the days of Noah and Lot,” He is revealing something deeper:

Before judgment comes, God raises servants to warn the world.

These are the true “days of the servants of God.”

Today, in every nation—including here in Africa and across the world—God has raised many “Noahs” and “Lots.” They preach:

  • Repentance
  • The return of Christ
  • The coming judgment
  • Separation from sin

Many people mock them.
Many say they exaggerate.
Many say they are dramatic or unemployed or seeking attention.

But when judgment suddenly comes, regret will be too late.

The Final Call Before the Door Closes

When you begin to hear strong preaching about the end times, understand something:

It is the final gospel call before judgment.

Matthew 24:14 (NKJV)

“And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.”

Just as in Noah’s time, people waited for a dramatic sign from heaven before believing.
Just as in Lot’s time, people dismissed the warning.

We must not repeat their mistake.

The Door of Grace Will Close

There came a time when:

  • The ark door was shut.
  • The angels finished speaking.
  • Fire fell.
  • The rain began.
  • Silence followed.

Likewise, there will come a moment when:

  • The Holy Spirit will no longer strive with humanity (Genesis 6:3).
  • The invitation to repentance will cease.
  • The age of grace will close.

Have You Received Christ?

Have you repented?
Have you received Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior?

Acts 3:19 (NKJV)

“Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out…”

Acts 2:38 (NKJV)

“Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

Jesus commanded baptism:

Matthew 28:19 (NKJV)

“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

And Scripture shows baptism in water by immersion:

John 3:23 (NKJV)

“Now John also was baptizing in Aenon near Salim, because there was much water there.”

When a person truly repents, is baptized in obedience, and believes in Christ, the Holy Spirit comes to dwell within them and guide them into all truth.

John 16:13 (NKJV)

“However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth…”

These Are the Days of the Servants of God

These are not merely the days of destruction.

They are the days of mercy. The days of warning. The days of grace. The days of God’s servants crying out.

But they will end.

Final Exhortation

Do not treat the message of Christ’s return as a joke.

Receive Christ today. Repent today. Obey today.

Because soon, you may no longer hear the invitation to enter the Ark.

Maranatha — “Come, Lord Jesus.”
(Revelation 22:20, NKJV)

 

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WHAT IS THE INCREASE OF SIN A SIGN OF?

Blessed be the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by grace that the Lord has allowed us to see the sun again today. Let us reflect together on the Scriptures.

As we know, we are living in the last days. Every passing minute brings us closer to the end. Today, another day has been subtracted from the few remaining before the consummation of all things.

The Bible warns us that one of the signs of Christ’s Second Coming is the increase of sin and lawlessness, as well as knowledge. Today we will focus on the increase of sin.

Jesus said:

“And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.”
— Matthew 24:12 (KJV)

When you observe life today, you may say that yesterday was better than today because rebellion and wickedness are increasing. Love is growing cold. Murders are increasing. Hatred, revenge, selfishness, theft, sexual immorality, and every kind of impurity are multiplying.

All these are signs of the Second Coming of Christ.

But here is an important question:

Why is the increase of evil a sign of Christ’s return? Why didn’t Jesus say that before His coming goodness would greatly increase instead?

Theological Insight: Two Harvests Maturing Together

The answer is profound.

Before Christ appears in the clouds, the level of holiness among the saints will also be very high. One sign that holiness has reached maturity is that evil has also reached maturity.

Jesus taught this principle in the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares:

“Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares… but gather the wheat into my barn.”
— Matthew 13:30 (KJV)

Both wheat (the righteous) and tares (the wicked) mature together. When sin reaches fullness, righteousness has also reached fullness somewhere.

This reflects a biblical principle: God allows both righteousness and wickedness to ripen before final judgment.

When Evil Increases, Holiness Also Increases

When you see sin exceeding its boundaries, know that somewhere goodness is also increasing—perhaps not among many people, but even if it is only one person, that person may be walking in extraordinary righteousness.

Many people mistakenly think that because sin is widespread, no one is pleasing God. Do not forget this truth:

When evil is high, holiness is also high somewhere.

Consider Sodom and Gomorrah. When their wickedness reached heaven:

“Because the cry of Sodom and Gomorrah is great, and because their sin is very grievous.”
— Genesis 18:20 (KJV)

At that same time, God was deeply pleased with one man—Abraham, the father of faith (Genesis 15:6; Romans 4:3).

The increase of wickedness in Sodom was also occurring during the rise of a man of great righteousness.

Likewise today, if the world appears morally corrupt, it is also a sign that somewhere God has saints who are purifying themselves intensely.

The Bible confirms this:

“He that is unjust, let him be unjust still… and he that is righteous, let him be righteous still: and he that is holy, let him be holy still.”
— Revelation 22:11 (KJV)

As the end approaches, both wickedness and holiness intensify.

False Prophets and True Servants

When you see a wave of false prophets, do not laugh or take it lightly. It is something to fear spiritually, because it also signals the presence of genuine servants of God.

Jesus warned:

“For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders…”
— Matthew 24:24 (KJV)

But God always preserves a remnant.

In the days of King Ahab and Jezebel, Israel was full of idolatry. Yet Elijah stood firm. And not only Elijah:

“Yet I have left me seven thousand in Israel, all the knees which have not bowed unto Baal.”
— 1 Kings 19:18 (KJV)

Even in extreme apostasy, God had 7,000 faithful people.

This is the doctrine of the remnant—God always preserves a faithful people (Romans 11:5).

Do Not Be Deceived by the Spirit of the Age

This is not the time to say, “The world is completely corrupt, so I must also be corrupt,” or “There are no saints anymore, so there is no need for me to pursue holiness.”

That is a lie of the devil. Scripture says:

“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
— Romans 12:2 (KJV)

And again:

“Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.”
— Hebrews 12:14 (KJV)

Holiness is not optional in the last days—it is essential.

A Warning About Comparing Past and Present

Scripture also warns us:

“Say not thou, What is the cause that the former days were better than these? for thou dost not enquire wisely concerning this.”
— Ecclesiastes 7:10 (KJV)

Every generation has its challenges. The key is not nostalgia—but faithfulness.

Final Encouragement

Yes, sin is increasing. Yes, love is growing cold in many places. But this is not a message of despair—it is a prophetic signal.

It tells us:

  • The harvest is near.
  • Christ’s return is approaching.
  • The righteous must shine brighter.

As Scripture says:

“And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.”
— Daniel 12:3 (KJV)

May the Lord help us open our eyes, remain faithful, and continue to purify ourselves as the Day approaches.

“And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.”
— 1 John 3:3 (KJV)

Amen.

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BUT AT MIDNIGHT, THERE WAS A CRY.

Shalom.

Throughout the Bible, we are constantly warned to remain ready. Many Christians assume that salvation is automatic—thinking, “I will be saved someday,” or “Since I am already saved, there is no need to deal with my remaining weaknesses.”

But we must understand: salvation is a process. It is a continuous work of grace in a believer’s life. It involves preparation. Before the rapture (the catching away of the saints), one must meet the spiritual qualifications of being a complete Bride of Christ—not merely a companion without readiness.

The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25)

We see this clearly in the parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25. This parable gives a prophetic picture of what will happen shortly before Jesus returns.

Five were wise, and five were foolish. All of them claimed to be waiting for the Bridegroom. This reflects the church today—mixed groups of Christians. Everyone claims to be waiting for the Lord, even those living in sin still make that claim.

The difference was preparation.

Matthew 25:6–12 (NKJV)

“And at midnight a cry was heard: ‘Behold, the bridegroom is coming; go out to meet him!’
Then all those virgins arose and trimmed their lamps.
And the foolish said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.’
But the wise answered, saying, ‘No, lest there should not be enough for us and you; but go rather to those who sell, and buy for yourselves.’
And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the wedding; and the door was shut.
Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, ‘Lord, Lord, open to us!’
But he answered and said, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, I do not know you.’”

The Meaning of the Oil

The oil represents the Holy Spirit and a life continually filled and led by Him.

Ephesians 5:18 (NIV) says:

“Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.”

Notice: it is a command to continually be filled.

The foolish virgins had lamps (a form of faith), but no extra oil (no sustained spiritual life). They assumed that arriving at the waiting place was enough. But Christian life is not about location—it is about preparation and transformation.

Romans 8:9 (ESV):

“Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him.”

The Holy Spirit cannot be borrowed from another believer. Each person must personally walk with God.

The Midnight Cry

Before the door was shut, there was first a cry.

This signifies a final warning—a short season of grace before Christ’s appearing. The cry awakens everyone. But it is not time to go buy oil; it is time to light lamps.

Spiritually, this suggests that before the rapture there will be intensified preaching, conviction, and global awakening messages calling believers to readiness.

1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 (NKJV):

“For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first.
Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord.”

There will be a shout. There will be a trumpet. But only those ready will go in.

Salvation Requires Preparation

Salvation is not randomness. It is preparation.

You wrote an important principle: with God, it is not enough to arrive “at the time”—we must arrive within the time.

This aligns with Hebrews 12:14 (NIV):

“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”

Holiness is not optional. It is preparation for seeing the Lord.

Just as a flight has a reporting time and a departure time, heaven has preparation before entry. If you arrive exactly at departure time, you are already late.

Spiritually speaking:

  • A lukewarm life is dangerous.
  • A compromised life is risky.
  • A “one foot in, one foot out” Christianity will not stand.

Revelation 3:16 (NKJV):

“So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth.”

Two Groups of Christians

The Bible reveals that in the last days there will be two groups waiting for Christ—the wise and the foolish. Not pagans and believers—but two types of believers.

This is sobering.

Not every lifestyle you see among Christians is worth imitating. Not every sermon is safe to follow. Not every inner voice is from God.

1 John 4:1 (NIV):

“Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God.”

Self-Examination

2 Corinthians 13:5 (NKJV):

“Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you are disqualified.”

This is a personal responsibility.

This is the hour to prepare your lamp personally. To live in daily repentance. To walk in obedience. To pursue holiness. To cultivate intimacy with the Holy Spirit.

A Final Warning

If someone treats salvation casually—living carelessly, without transformation—the rapture may occur before their eyes.

Jesus Himself warned in Luke 21:36 (NKJV):

“Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.”

We must be counted worthy—not by works alone, but by genuine faith evidenced in obedience and perseverance.

Conclusion

May we all live as wise virgins—spiritually alert, filled with oil, and ready at any moment.

Revelation 22:20 (NKJV):

“Surely I am coming quickly.”
Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus!

Maranatha — Our Lord is coming.

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