Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Don’t Get Caught Up!
TEXT: REVELATION 16:13-21
Key verse: “Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walked naked, and they see his shame” (Revelation 16:15).
Events across the world no doubt have continued to confirm that the present world is running its full course and ready to drop its worn-out garment of sin and disobedience.
John the beloved had the privilege of being shown the events of the last days as documented in the book of Revelation for our learning, and instructions and necessary actions. Nobody can claim ignorance of some of the recent happenings across the globe, all confirming earlier predictions and prophecies from prophets.
In our passage, the Bible lifts the curtain and gives us a picture of some of the fearful events that will happen after the saints had been raptured home. Although many religious organizations and some so-called assemblies may give different interpretations to some of these events, the fact remains that no true believer must go through any of them. It is better imagined than going through the sufferings and judgment. The reign of the anti-Christ, will be reaching its very height at this time and he will be mobilizing the world to fight against our Lord Jesus Christ and the saints.
The fiery judgment of God will be poured upon the people that will be on the face of the earth during the period. There will be no hiding place for anyone. The sufferings and anguish will be so severe that rather than repent, men will still blaspheme God. This is because it is rather too late to repent as the Holy Spirit that could bring conviction upon men would have been withdrawn.
If there is any time we must repent and align ourselves with the will and word of God, it is now! Don’t get caught up in the coming battle and outpouring of God’s wrath upon the world. This is the time to be watchful and be prepared for the coming of the Lord through a consistent righteous life and watchful waiting for His coming.
Thought for today: Christ will come very soon.
Don’t Get Caught Up!
TEXT: REVELATION 16:13-21
Key verse: “Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walked naked, and they see his shame” (Revelation 16:15).
Events across the world no doubt have continued to confirm that the present world is running its full course and ready to drop its worn-out garment of sin and disobedience.
John the beloved had the privilege of being shown the events of the last days as documented in the book of Revelation for our learning, and instructions and necessary actions. Nobody can claim ignorance of some of the recent happenings across the globe, all confirming earlier predictions and prophecies from prophets.
In our passage, the Bible lifts the curtain and gives us a picture of some of the fearful events that will happen after the saints had been raptured home. Although many religious organizations and some so-called assemblies may give different interpretations to some of these events, the fact remains that no true believer must go through any of them. It is better imagined than going through the sufferings and judgment. The reign of the anti-Christ, will be reaching its very height at this time and he will be mobilizing the world to fight against our Lord Jesus Christ and the saints.
The fiery judgment of God will be poured upon the people that will be on the face of the earth during the period. There will be no hiding place for anyone. The sufferings and anguish will be so severe that rather than repent, men will still blaspheme God. This is because it is rather too late to repent as the Holy Spirit that could bring conviction upon men would have been withdrawn.
If there is any time we must repent and align ourselves with the will and word of God, it is now! Don’t get caught up in the coming battle and outpouring of God’s wrath upon the world. This is the time to be watchful and be prepared for the coming of the Lord through a consistent righteous life and watchful waiting for His coming.
Thought for today: Christ will come very soon.