Who is online?
In total there are 38 users online :: 0 Registered, 0 Hidden and 38 Guests None
Most users ever online was 386 on Sun 25 Apr 2021, 2:56 pm
Latest topics
Let Us Be Alert And Sober
Page 1 of 1
Let Us Be Alert And Sober
July 02, 2009
Let Us Be Alert and Sober
1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-8
Many people are snoozing through life. They tell themselves that the earth's troubles will eventually end: leaders will somehow bring harmony to war-torn lands, provide food for all, and create economic stability. However, true peace and safety aren't possible in a world ruled by Satan and inhabited by fallen man.
The church must stay alert and monitor world events through the lens of biblical prophecy. Jesus warned of widespread trouble preceding the tribulation and His second coming (Matt. 24:6-14). He offered signs rather than dates so His followers would be watchful and ready to go at any moment. But we're not to neglect our kingdom duties. We should be building, serving, even while anticipating His return.
Nominal Christians run the risk of being unprepared for the troubling times ahead. These are people who come to church if the weather is good, read the Bible only when they're worried, or allow worldly pleasures to distract them from heavenly things. We're no better than drowsy watchmen if we adopt such attitudes. The wise believer is consumed by Christ--empty of his or her own wishes and pursuits and fully surrendered to the Lord's plans and desires. Only a servant completely focused upon God can be useful in His kingdom.
When God shifts things about on the world stage, people get anxious. We can encourage one another by sharing how He has worked in our life. We can also reveal the Source of our assurance and peace to a world in dire need of both. As the end draws near, realize now is not the time to be quiet.
Let Us Be Alert and Sober
1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-8
Many people are snoozing through life. They tell themselves that the earth's troubles will eventually end: leaders will somehow bring harmony to war-torn lands, provide food for all, and create economic stability. However, true peace and safety aren't possible in a world ruled by Satan and inhabited by fallen man.
The church must stay alert and monitor world events through the lens of biblical prophecy. Jesus warned of widespread trouble preceding the tribulation and His second coming (Matt. 24:6-14). He offered signs rather than dates so His followers would be watchful and ready to go at any moment. But we're not to neglect our kingdom duties. We should be building, serving, even while anticipating His return.
Nominal Christians run the risk of being unprepared for the troubling times ahead. These are people who come to church if the weather is good, read the Bible only when they're worried, or allow worldly pleasures to distract them from heavenly things. We're no better than drowsy watchmen if we adopt such attitudes. The wise believer is consumed by Christ--empty of his or her own wishes and pursuits and fully surrendered to the Lord's plans and desires. Only a servant completely focused upon God can be useful in His kingdom.
When God shifts things about on the world stage, people get anxious. We can encourage one another by sharing how He has worked in our life. We can also reveal the Source of our assurance and peace to a world in dire need of both. As the end draws near, realize now is not the time to be quiet.
Zerich- Posts : 302
Join date : 2008-10-28
Age : 82
Location : San Angelo, Texas
Similar topics
» The red alert of Zechariah
» ACTION ALERT!
» Alert Act For America
» ALERT! Act For AMERICA
» ISRAEL ALERT
» ACTION ALERT!
» Alert Act For America
» ALERT! Act For AMERICA
» ISRAEL ALERT
Page 1 of 1
Permissions in this forum:
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
Yesterday at 10:18 pm by Admin
» WORTHY NEWS
Yesterday at 10:11 pm by Admin
» Open letter Jewish COLLEGE STUDENTS
Yesterday at 9:42 pm by Admin
» Historic Milestone Saudi Arabia-Israel stability
Yesterday at 9:08 pm by Admin
» AISH Honest Reporting
Yesterday at 5:36 pm by Admin
» BIBLE STUDY on VERSE
Yesterday at 5:19 pm by Admin
» PRO TRUTH of Israel what Pro PA want
Yesterday at 4:59 pm by Admin
» ISRAEL BREAKING NEWS
Yesterday at 4:19 pm by Admin
» BRITAIN NEWS AND ALERT's
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11:56 pm by Admin
» JIHAD WATCH
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11:44 pm by Admin
» NUGGET Today's Devotional
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11:19 pm by Admin
» Israel 365 News
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11:09 pm by Admin
» CHRISTIAN NEWS NETWORK
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 11:05 pm by Admin
» PULSE OF ISRAEL
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 10:59 pm by Admin
» iNSPIRATIONAL DEVOTION Israel
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 10:38 pm by Admin
» THE FREE PRESS
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 5:52 pm by Admin
» THE BLAZE
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 4:40 pm by Admin
» Chip Brogden CHURCH WITHOUT WALLS
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 4:37 pm by Admin
» VERY IMPORTANT CHRISTIAN CONCERN
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 4:24 pm by Admin
» Jewish History~ WHO DOES IT BELONG TO
Tue 30 Apr 2024, 4:22 pm by Admin