Comfort in Christ: Finding Strength in the Finished Work of the Cross

Comfort in Christ: Finding Strength in the Finished Work of the Cross

by | Feb 16, 2023 | Daily Encouragement | 0 comments

‘Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. ‘

II Corinthians 1:3-5

 

2 Corinthians 1:3-5 tells us that our God is the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the same comfort we ourselves receive from Him. It’s a powerful reminder that no matter what we face in life, we can always turn to God for comfort and strength. Ultimately it is the finished work of the cross, the power of His resurrection, that is our source of comfort, for it reminds us that we are loved, forgiven, and redeemed by a Savior who died for us.

 

Through the cross, we are given the gift of eternal life, the hope of a future with Christ, and the strength to overcome any adversity. It is this message that we can share with others, bringing them the same comfort we have received from God.

 

So when you find yourself in the midst of trials and tribulations, remember that you are not alone. Our God is the God of all comfort, and He is with you every step of the way. Rest in His love and in study His word, let the power of His promises strengthen and sustain you through every challenge.

 

Devotional

Today, take a moment to reflect on the incredible gift of comfort that we have in Christ. As you meditate on the finished work of the cross, let your heart be filled with gratitude and praise for the love and mercy of our Lord. And as you go through your day, look for opportunities to share this message of hope and comfort with those around you, bringing the love (the gospel) of Christ to a world in need.

 

The Two Events Before the Second Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ

The Two Events Before the Second Coming of the Lord Jesus Christ

by | Feb 16, 2023 | Daily Encouragement, End Times | 0 comments

The Bible speaks of the end times as a series of events that will take place before the second coming of Jesus Christ (21:25-28). This period of time is divided into two parts, the Rapture of the Church and the seven years of Tribulation.

 

The Rapture of the Church is when the Body of Christ is filled with the last Gentile saved, and all those who have died in Christ during the Church Age will be resurrected with new bodies. Those who are alive and remain will follow the dead in Christ and their mortal bodies will be changed into their immortal bodies. Both groups will meet the Lord, bodily, in the clouds, where we will be with the Lord forever (1 Corinthians 15:51-53; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-7).

 

Soon after the Rapture of the Church, God will resume His dealings with the nation of Israel, leading to the seven years of Tribulation. During this time, the Anti-Christ will come on the scene, signing a seven-year treaty with Israel and allowing them to resume Temple worship (Revelation 6:1; 2 Thessalonians 2:8,9; Daniel 9:27).

 

Several events will occur at the beginning of the tribulation one will be the appearance of the two witnesses (Revelation 11:3), who will preach the Gospel of the Kingdom (not the Gospel of Grace; Matthew 24:14). These two witnesses will recruit and seal 144,000 young Jewish men (Revelation 7:4). They will preach this message all over the world, and shortly after the Tribulation begins, the Russian confederation will invade Israel, only to be destroyed by God. By the mid-point of the Tribulation, there will be a great earthquake, the two witnesses will be killed and resurrected, the Anti-Christ will come into the Temple in Jerusalem and declare himself as God, and Satan will be cast down from heaven.

 

The last 3 and a half years of the Tribulation will be known as the Wrath of God, with the earth enduring the wrath of both Satan (because he knows he has but a short time) and a righteous God. The scenes of human suffering will be beyond comprehension and worse than anything seen in history as the Lord Jesus Himself mentioned in Matthew 24:21.

 

It’s important to make the point that the Church, which is His body, the body of Christ, will not be here on the planet to experience the wrath of God. We will be raptured prior to God completing the seven years of the 490, we will return with the Lord at His second coming. Scripture makes a clear distinction between the rapture and the second coming. It’s crucial that we study End Times events and Bible prophecy to present ourselves approved unto God.

 

Revelation 19:14

“And the armies which were in heaven followed Him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean.”

 

Deception Alert: The Dangers of Spiritual Blindness and Moral Decay

Deception Alert: The Dangers of Spiritual Blindness and Moral Decay

by | Feb 15, 2023 | Daily Encouragement, End Times | 0 comments

The signs of the times before the rapture are sadly missing in much of today’s conversations and teaching about end times. So much of the focus is on the answer the Lord Jesus gave to a question by the apostles in Matthew 24, and Matthew 24 is all tribulation ground. Yes, the body of Christ, will witness the beginnings of what the Lord told the apostles will be the sign of thy coming… But today, Paul tells us explicitly what things we, the body of Christ, which is His church should look for as signs of the rapture of the Church. Sadly, most Bible prophecy teaching is focused on what will happen after the church is gone and during the tribulation (7 years) itself as signs of the second coming of the Lord Jesus, not the rapture of the church. 

 

Paul Makes it Clear what the World Will Look Like before the Lord Jesus Comes for His Church

 

In II Timothy 3:1-8, Paul describes a world in a complete moral breakdown. Men will be lovers of their own selves, covetous, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, fierce, despisers of those that are good, traitors, heady, high-minded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying the power thereof.

 

When reading these verses and looking around at the world near and afar (emphasis on “without natural affection”), it’s hard not to see that we are there. We see the evidence of a world in moral decay everywhere we turn, from abortion to child trafficking, to the murders, and the governments that support them. Sexual perversion runs rampant, despisers of those who are good are on the attack at unprecedented levels, the hatred for anyone claiming to be “Christian” is at levels never before seen in history, and people who claim to be “ever learning” are missing the mark when it comes to spiritual truth and sound doctrine.

 

For those of us wondering if it’s time for the rapture, we need to be aware of the signs that Paul delineates in 2 Timothy 3:1-6. The world is in complete moral decay, and it’s getting worse every hour. The rapture could very well happen at any time, and we need to be ready (by studying His word). Let us not be caught up in the decay of this world, but rather let us set our hearts on things above and be ready for His return.

 

Be not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ for it is the (only) power unto salvation.

 

‘For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. ‘

Romans 1:16

 

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Jesus is King of Kings and Lord of Lords “the King is Coming”

Jesus is King of Kings and Lord of Lords “the King is Coming”

by | Feb 13, 2023 | Daily Encouragement, End Times | 0 comments

Jesus is returning as the Warrior King, crushing all of His and Israel’s enemies. He will fulfill the promises He made to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and David.

 

‘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. 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. He was clothed with a robe dipped in blood, and His name is called The Word of God. And the armies in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, followed Him on white horses. 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. He Himself treads the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God.

And He has on His robe and on His thigh a name written:

KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.’

 

Revelation 19:11-16

 

Saved by Grace: The Love of God Demonstrated in Romans 5:8

Saved by Grace: The Love of God Demonstrated in Romans 5:8

by | Feb 12, 2023 | Daily Encouragement | 0 comments

Romans 5:8 states, “But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

 

This verse reminds us of the incredible love that God has for us, even when we were still sinners and separated from Him.

 

This amazing Love is further supported by Ephesians 2:4-6, which states, “But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.”

 

These verses tell us that God’s love for us is rich in mercy and grace and that through faith in Jesus Christ and the death, burial, and resurrection (the gospel), we have been made alive, saved, and seated with Him in the heavenly places.

 

So, when we read Romans 5:8, we see the unfathomable love of God for us, demonstrated in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ for our sins. This love brings hope to our hearts and gives us the assurance of salvation and our promised eternity with God.

 

A Short Bible Study – Devotional:

 

  1. Read Romans 5:8 and Ephesians 2:4-6. What do these verses tell us about God’s love for us?
  2. How does knowing that God loves us, even when we were still sinners, change the way we view ourselves and our relationship with God?
  3. How can meditating on the love of God and His sacrifice for us bring hope and encouragement to our hearts, even in difficult times?
  4. Spend some time thanking God for His love and sacrifice for you. In what specific ways has His love impacted your life?
  5. How can you share the hope and love of God with others, and demonstrate His love in your own life?

 

 

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