THE SOON
COMING CLIMAX
This message may be called a
road sign of warning. Some may look at a sign that readsTHE BRIDGE IS OUT,
and say, "Oh, someone is just trying to scare us into taking another road; lets
go on the same way." They go on and plunge to their death. The sign was not meant to
scare people, but to warn them of impending danger. The sign was put there, because
someone cared and didnt want others to perish.
God wants you to know, WHEN YOU SEE THESE THINGS COME TO PASS (the prophecies from the
Bible in this message), KNOW YE THAT THE KINGDOM OF GOD IS NIGH AT HAND-Lk 21:31.
Will Russia and some Arab nations
invade Israel? Yes.
Will the U.S.A. become involved in
this war? Yes.
Will 1/4th of the
worlds population die? Yes.
Will there be a one-world system
or global economy? Yes.
Will diseases increase such as
AIDS? Yes.
Did you know the Bible tells us
about what is happening?
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WHAT IS GOING ON?
People have said the end
was near many times in the pasttrue. But did you know the Bible shows us no prophecy
of the latter days meant anything until Israel was reborn into a nation? Did you know
Gods Word indicates to us a generation would not pass from Israels rebirth,
till all be fulfilled (which includes the Rapture, the Tribulation, and Jesus
Christs return)? A Jewish generation can be figured from the age of 20.
Many people have been
preaching about the latter days of the end times in churches, on radio, TV, and through
books and magazines. Some include Billy Graham, Hal Lindsey, Rex Humbard, Ray Brubaker,
John Hagee, David Breese, Zola Levitt, Jack Van Impe, and Peter Lalonde, just to mention a
few. Some people who do not know the Bible can sense something is about to happen. To them
that understand the Bible, no explanation is needed. To them that are prideful,
self-centered, that love this world, that despise Gods correction, that are
contentious and seeking the praise of men rather than of God, no explanation is
possible-ref Dan 12:4, 10; Mt 24:37, 39.
It has been said that it is
virtually impossible for anyone to make 11 straight predictions, 2000 years into the
future. There is only one chance in 8 x 10 to the 63rd power, or 80 with 63
zeros after it that such a thing could be done. If such a set of predictions existed, it
would have to be the Word of
God.
Consider, could you write
eleven straight predictions that would take place in the year 4000 A.D.? Include the
rebirth of a specific nation and exactly how it would be reborn. Include specific nations
that would exist and certain nations that would be allied together, and the exact size of
a nations army. Include what the people and church would be like. Also include the
names of actual cities and name certain crops and fruit trees that would exist. Do eleven
straight prophecies and be exactly correct on every single one. The Bible not only does
this eleven times, but hundreds of times with absolute, perfect accuracy. If this is so,
even the most skeptical person (that is truthful) would have to agree that there is
indeed a God and the Bible has to be His Word. 2 Pet 1:20,21-KNOWING THIS FIRST, THAT NO
PROPHECY OF THE SCRIPTURE IS OF ANY PRIVATE INTERPRETATION. FOR THE PROPHECY CAME NOT IN
OLD TIME BY THE WILL OF MAN: BUT HOLY MEN OF GOD SPAKE AS THEY WERE MOVED BY THE HOLY
GHOST. O FOOLS, AND SLOW OF HEART TO BELIEVE ALL THAT THE PROPHETS HAVE SPOKEN-Lk 24:25.
However, believing there is a God and acknowledging the Bible is the Word of God does not
save a person. A person needs to admit they are a sinner, repent, and receive Jesus Christ
as their only hope of being saved. This is done by faith.
Let's prove the Bible is true and we are nearing
the end of the last generation before Christ returns.
1. The Jewish people would be
scattered worldwide; yet Israel would become a nation again after a long time and at a
time the Bible calls the "latter days"-ref Isa 66:8; Mic 5:3; Ezek 38:8. Against
what appeared to be impossible odds, this prophecy has been fulfilled. It happened as
predicted on May 14, 1948 after about 2500 years. Thats 1 out of 1.
Note: Israel was destroyed in approximately 721 B.C. and Judah about
135 years later. Since that time, approximately fourteen different peoples have possessed
the land of Israel. Yet as the Bible said, the nation of Israel would be reborn.
The rebirth of Israel was a key sign, indicating we had entered a time
period called the "latter days." It was the beginning of a countdown leading to
the Tribulation and culminating with the Battle of Armageddon and the return of Jesus
immediately after. Along with the fulfillment of this crucial event are over 360
prophecies that would all come together, so we might recognize that the Tribulation is
very close at hand. Some of these are listed here.
Yet the Bible foretells that most people would not believe these
things, despite the overwhelming evidence of the signs from Gods Word being
fulfilled and the incredible rebirth of Israel happening exactly as predicted. As people
refused to believe the flood was coming in Noahs time, so people today willingly
choose to disregard the signs of the times.
2. Israel shall be brought
forth in one day, at once-ref Isa 66:8. Prophecy fulfilled-May 14, 1948. Thats 2 out
of 2.
Note: On Nov. 29, 1947, the General Assembly of the U.N. approved a
resolution calling for the establishment of a Jewish state in Palestine. On the morning of
May 14, 1948 (the last day of the British mandate), a meeting of the Peoples Council
took place in Israel to decide on the name of the state and to finalize the declaration.
At precisely 4pm, the proclamation ceremony began at the Tel Aviv museum. The 979 Hebrew
words of the Scroll of Independence were read. All stood, and the scroll was adopted. The
notorious White Paper, issued by the British in 1930 restricting Jewish immigration, was
declared null and void. Members of the Peoples Council signed the proclamation.
David Ben-Gurion rapped his gavel, declaring, "The State of Israel is established.
This meeting is ended." Israel was brought forth as a nation in one day, at once,
exactly as predicted. At midnight, the British soldiers and high commissioner would leave.
President Truman was swift in announcing U.S. recognition of Israel. The following
morning, on May 15, Israel was under armed attack by the Egyptians, Syrians, Lebanese,
Jordanians, and Iraqis.
3. Israel would be brought
forth (or reborn) "out of the nations"-Ezek 38:8. Prophecy fulfilled-May 14,
1948. Thats 3 out of 3.
Note: As previously stated, on Nov. 29, 1947, the General Assembly of
the "United Nations" approved a resolution calling for the establishment
of a Jewish state in Palestine. This prophecy was perfectly fulfilled. Consider, for
centuries the land of Israel had been occupied by many nations. Israel was "brought
forth out of the nations"the children of Israel from many nations have been
returning to their ancient homeland.
4. Israel must regain the
city of Jerusalem-Joel 2:32; Isa 28:14; Ezek 22:19. This happened just as predicted in
1967. Thats 4 out of 4.
Note: The Bible gives us two methods so we would know the time
we are in. One is by Israels rebirth. The other, by a precise line of events
that would all come together at one time. Israel was reborn on May 14th, 1948.
The Bible indicates that from Israels rebirth a generation would not pass till all
be fulfilled. A Jewish generation can be figured from the age of 20. We are not setting
any date; however, it seems clear from Israels rebirth and the signs of the
times that we are living in the generation in which the Rapture and Tribulation will
come and catch most people by surprise. Are you ready?
5. The Christian church at
the time of the end would be lukewarm, neither cold nor hot for Jesus. Prophecy fulfilled.
Thats 5 out of 5.
Note: God will spew them out. Many ministers and people that call
themselves a Christian will not be going to heaven. The Bible tells usyou have
acquired wealth, but your true condition is wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked
and you dont know it-Rev 3:14-22. This is todays church. Most preachers
use little Scripture, but lots of worldly stories. Many sing a great deal, but put little
emphasis on repentance, obeying, serving, and fearing God, on the fruits of the Spirit,
Bible prophecy, water baptism by immersion, and studying your Bible faithfully every day.
Many are only entertainment centers that teach what their members want to hear. Many
(so-called Christians) are so lukewarm or dead, they dont even bring their Bibles
with them to the house of God. Some famous ministers and Bible schools think this is the
best church age ever, yet the Bible clearly shows it is the worst and most deceived.
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The Bible gives us
over 50 descriptions about the people at the time of the end. These fit the
people of today perfectly, but did not fit the people of fifty years ago. Here are some:
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Some would depart from the faith and go into devil
worship-1 Tim 4:1. This is perfect. Reportedly in Great Britain alone, there are about
35,000 professing witches. |
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People would mock about the last days and not
believe-2 Pe 3:3; Jude 18. |
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People would become lovers of themselves-2 Tim
3:1,2. Remember the TV commercials"I do it for me"? |
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People would be disobeying their
parents-2 Tim 3:1,2. |
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People would be grateful for nothing-2 Tim 3:1,2. |
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Homosexuality would increase-Lk 17:28,30; ref Gen
19:5; Ro 1:24,26,27. |
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G.
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People would be without self-control in sex-2 Tim
3:1,2,6; Rev 9:21, Lk 17:28,30; Jude 7. Is this not the great sex generation? |
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People would love pleasures more
than God-2 Tim 3:1,2,4. This is true. Shall we go on a picnic, watch football, or sleep.
Church?we can go another time. Our American motto "In God we trust" has
become a joke. Remember, these were all predicted centuries ago as part of the signs that
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People would be taking drugs-Rev 9:21. The Greek
word for sorceries, in Rev 9:21, means pharmaceuticals or drugs. Gods Word is
100% right on every one. Thats 6 out of 6. How could you have any doubts at this
point?
Note: Fifty years ago, many people seldom locked their doors at night.
They could leave their keys in their car. Merchants could leave their merchandise on the
sidewalk without guards, and there was little or no profanity on television, radio, or in
the movies. One of the biggest problems in public school was gum chewing. Those days are
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7. There would be weapons
that could destroy the world-Mk 13:20; Rev 6:8; Rev 9:18; Zech 14:8,12. Incredibly, this
prophecy was written in the days of spears and arrows, yet today it is true.
Thats 7 out of 7.
Note: It is estimated that the combined nuclear arsenals of the USA and
Russia (as of the year 2000) could kill every living thing on earth 6 times over.
8. There would be an increase
in earthquakes-Mt 24:2,3,7; Mk 13:8; Lk 21:11. This prophecy is correct. Thats 8 out
of 8.
Note: Research from the U.S. Geological Survey, National Earthquake
Information Center reveals that in 1986, the total number of earthquakes was 12,718. In
1990, it was 16,612. In 1994, it was 19,371. This will culminate during the Battle of
Armageddon, AFTER THE TRIBULATION OF THOSE DAYS. At that time, there will be an earthquake
that will shake the world. The cities of the nations will fall. Every island will flee
away.
9. The Gospel must be
published in all the world-Mk 13:10. This seemingly impossible prophecy was written
when there was no printing press, but today it is true. That's 9 out of 9.
Note: In this last generation, to our knowledge, the Gospel is being
published (or is about to be published) in the primary language of every nation of the
world or "among all nations." In addition, the Gospel is available by short-wave
radio nearly everywhere in the world.
10. In the "latter
days" when Israel was once again a nation, there would be a great military power to
the extreme north of Israel in the land of Magog (which is modern-day Russia)-Ezek
38:2-4,8,15,16. Incredible. Thats 10 out of 10.
Note: How could the Bible have foretold the location of this nation,
facts about its military, and even the time period it would come to pass? As was already
said in Lk 24:25-O FOOLS, AND SLOW OF HEART TO BELIEVE ALL THAT THE PROPHETS HAVE
SPOKEN.
Here briefly are three more
prophecies out of the 365 that exist, regarding this latter day generation.
11. There would be a nation to the far east of Israel, to the end of
the earth. This nation would have an army of 200 million. This is astounding. How could
the Bible have told the location of a nation and given such a huge figure regarding the
size of its army nearly 2000 years ago? China has boasted that they could field an army of
this exact figure. Thats 11 out of 11. We have just reached the point that
seemed impossible11 perfect predictions made thousands of years agowith God
nothing is impossible. Certainly, at this point, even the biggest skeptic should see
the Bible is true, there is a God, and we are nearing the time of the end.
12. The currency in Israel at
the time of the end would be the shekel. The currency had been the Israeli pound until
June 1980, when it was changed to the shekel. How could the Bible have known this, except
that it is the Word of God? Thats 12 out of 12.
13. There would be an
economic alliance of the nations of the Old Roman Empire. It would have a military
capability. This is an exact description of the European Economic Community today (the
EEC), which has already adopted the one-currency system for many of their member nations.
It is written, IN THE DAYS OF THESE KINGS (these nations, which is now) SHALL THE GOD OF
HEAVEN SET UP A KINGDOM-Dan 2:44. Thats 13 out of 13.
About 24 prophecies in 13
sets have been given, all perfect and all written centuries ago. The chance that any
person could do this 2000 years into the future is not possible. The Bible is the Word of
God, and we have just proved it. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ. Repent and get baptized
by full immersion. Read and obey the Gospel. God loves you. He is not willing that any
should perish, yet many do. The Rapture is close. Most people are not ready and will
not be taken. However, "YOU" cannot say you did not know. Know and understand,
Mt 16:26-WHAT IS A MAN PROFITED, IF HE SHALL GAIN THE WHOLE WORLD, AND LOSE HIS OWN SOUL?
OR WHAT SHALL A MAN GIVE IN EXCHANGE FOR HIS SOUL?
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? THE
RAPTURE AND TRIBULATION
RAPTURE is a term used to
describe the removal from the earth of all living people that have been born-again as
evidenced by their fruits. Just prior to the Tribulation coming about, the Rapture
will take place. The number that will be raptured will be far fewer than most people might
think. The Bible unmistakably portrays the raptured saints in heaven before the throne of
God, prior to the Antichrist coming forth and the Tribulation beginning. The Scripture
tells us, in the twinkling of an eye, we shall be changed and be with Jesus in the air. 1
Cor 15:51,52-WE SHALL NOT ALL SLEEP, BUT WE SHALL ALL BE CHANGED, IN A MOMENT IN THE
TWINKLING OF AN EYE, AT THE LAST TRUMP: FOR THE TRUMPET SHALL SOUND; 1 Thes 4:16,17-AND
THE DEAD IN CHRIST SHALL RISE FIRST, THEN WE WHICH ARE ALIVE AND REMAIN SHALL BE CAUGHT UP
TOGETHER WITH THEM IN THE CLOUDS. We may be asleep, immediately we will be with Jesus. All
the unbelievers, the lukewarm Christians, and those that did not obey the Gospel will be
left to face the dreadful Tribulation.
THE TRIBULATION is the worst
time in history since man has been on the earth. Immediately following the Rapture, the
man of sin (called the Antichrist) comes forth and assumes control of the EEC. He can
be expected to be very charismatic and brilliant. He confirms a treaty with Israel and
others, which begins the Tribulation.
It is a 7 year period, but
the Lord may have shortened the first 3 1/2 years in some way-ref Mk 13:20; Ro 9:28. We
are not setting a date; however, we are now living in that generation in which this will
happen. Hate, murder, thefts, rape, and every imaginable form of evil will abound. During
this horrible period of Gods wrath, Russia, Iran, and other nations will come
against Israel. The USA becomes involved. One-fourth of the worlds population will
die. Many of the dead will be from the USA, as well as Russia. One-third of trees are
burned up. All green grass is burned up. One-third of the sea will become blood. One-third
of the creatures in the sea will die. One-third of the ships are destroyed. One-third of
the waters become wormwood (or poisoned, or radioactive). Massive famines, increased
earthquakes, and more diseases will happen as birth pangs of a woman. Those left
alive will have opportunities to receive Jesus through the preaching of 144,000 male,
virgin Jews; however, death by decapitation lies ahead for most that put their trust in
Jesus, unless they renounce their faith. There will also be many false Christs and false
prophets. A one-world, false religion that God calls MYSTERY, BABYLON THE GREAT, THE
MOTHER OF HARLOTS AND ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH will increase. This religion has existed
for hundreds of years and exists today. The nations of the world have become intoxicated
with her false teachings. The temple in Jerusalem will be rebuilt.
About 3˝ years from the end
of the Tribulation, the Antichrist (also called the beast) is killed with a wound in the
head by a weapon, but his deadly wound will be healed. He will come back to life. He then
declares himself to be God and moves into the temple in Jerusalem. A false prophet appears
that will do great wonders. The sacrifices at the temple will be stopped. The abomination
of desolation occurs. An image of the Antichrist will be set on a wing of the temple.
Those that refuse to worship it will be beheaded. The elect born-again Jews now
flee for their lives to a place where God will hide them and take care of them during the
last three and a half years. Power is given to the Antichrist over all kindreds, and
tongues, and nations. All that dwell on the earth shall worship the Antichrist, whose
names are not written in the Lamb's book of life. During these last three and a half years
(called the Great Tribulation), world conditions will continue to worsen. A one-world
system will exist. The Antichrist shall make war against the saints and will overcome
them. People will be required to take the mark of the Antichrist or the number of his name
(666) in or on their forehead or right hand. If they, refuse they cannot buy
or sell.
Two prophets of God will
appear. One of them is Elijah. Their ministry lasts 1260 days. They warn people not to
take the mark or worship the image. There is no forgiveness from God afterward for those
that do. They will go to the eternal lake of fire. These two witnesses have the power to
shut up heaven so that it does not rain. They have the power to bring all kinds of plagues
on the earth. Multitudes will be slain for the Word of God. Some type of locusts will
sting men with a sting like a scorpion. It will be so bad that men will seek death and
shall not find it. There will be terrible sores upon men. The rivers and fountains will
become blood. Men will be scorched with great heat. Earthquakes and diseases continue to
get worse and worse. Two hundred million troops will march to Israel from the east and
cross the dried up Euphrates River. One-third more of the earths population will be
killed. After the 1260 days, the two prophets of God will be killed. People will rejoice,
but then after three and a half days, they will arise and ascend up to heaven as others
watch. Great fear falls on those that see this. Men will be so terrified that their hearts
will fail, as they consider what is about to happen. Multitudes will hide in the rocks and
say, "FALL ON US AND HIDE US FROM...HIM (Jesus)
FOR THE GREAT DAY OF HIS WRATH
IS COME; AND WHO SHALL BE ABLE TO STAND?"-Rev 6:16,17.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE
TRIBULATION of those days, the Battle of Armageddon explodes. It lasts one day. The kings
and armies of the earth are gathered to make war against Jesus. Jesus Christ returns as
the King of kings and Lord of lords with all His saints. If He had not returned exactly
when He did, there should be no life left on earth. The Antichrist and false prophet are
cast alive into the lake of fire. Satan is chained for one thousand years, so he can
deceive the nations no longer till the thousand years be fulfilled. Every force of nature
is likely to be unleashed at once, including killer tornadoes, hurricanes, tidal waves,
lightning encircling the earth, and the biggest earthquake in mankinds history. The
cities and the mountains of the world will crumble. The Bible tells that every island fled
away. The mountains were not found. There is great hail out of heaven, every stone about
the weight of 70 to l00 pounds. The earth will move out of its place. At the end of that
one day, there are so few people left alive that a child could list them.
This may all sound like a
fairy tale, but rememberfrom Israels rebirth to the Tribulation, there are
about 365 prophecies. Incredibly, nearly all have now been fulfilled. In addition, there
are over 10,000 prophecies in the Bible and every one up to this time has come true
without a single exception. THE FOOL HAS SAID IN HIS HEART THERE IS NO GOD-Ps 14:1.
ARE YOU READY TO MEET JESUS?
We have proven that the Bible
is God's Word. Now you are faced with a decision. Will you ignore what you have learned,
or will you surrender your life to Jesus? If you had a sudden heart attack or the Rapture
came in the next five minutes, are you sure you are ready to meet God? You may say,
"I believe Im a good person." The Bible says all of your righteous deeds
ARE AS FILTHY RAGS. You may be religious and go to church, but if you died right
nowyou would perish to hell. Why? Because you have not been born-again. You may say,
"Well my church never preaches like this." Will you trust your religion or what
the Bible says? If you choose not to accept Gods way to enter heaven, then you are
choosing eternal separation from God.
YOU MAY ASK, WHAT DO I HAVE TO
DO? FOUR THINGS.
1. You must admit that you
are a sinner. The Bible tells us, ALL HAVE SINNED AND COME SHORT OF THE GLORY OF GOD. THE
WAGES OF SIN IS DEATH.
2. Be willing to change, to forsake all sin, to humble yourself and
live for Jesus. Repent. Be willing to ask God for His help to make that change. The Bible
tells us, EXCEPT YE REPENT, YE SHALL ALL LIKEWISE PERISH. WHOSOEVER THEREFORE WILL BE A
FRIEND OF THE WORLD IS THE ENEMY OF GOD. Jesus tells us, HE THAT IS NOT WITH ME IS AGAINST
ME.
3. Believe in your heart Jesus Christ is Gods only begotten Son,
God Who came to this earth in human form. Believe He died for your sins. It is written,
THERE IS NONE OTHER NAME UNDER HEAVEN GIVEN AMONG MEN, WHEREBY WE MUST BE SAVED. If you
are caught robbing a bank, you have to go to jail. Jesus never sinned. When He died on the
cross, He did not die for the things He did. He died to pay your jail sentence.
4. Ask for forgiveness. Ask for Gods mercy. By faith receive
Jesus Christ as your only hope of salvation. Afterwards, be willing to get baptized by
full immersion in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.
Nicodemus was considered a very religious man in the Bible; however, in
Jn 3:3, Jesus tells him it is not enough. You MUST BE BORN AGAIN. You must ask for
Gods forgiveness. You must confess Him publicly. Whenever Jesus called someone, He
did it publicly. He said in Mt 10:32-WHOSOEVER THEREFORE SHALL CONFESS ME BEFORE MEN, HIM
WILL I CONFESS ALSO BEFORE MY FATHER WHICH IS IN HEAVEN. As it is also written, BE READY
ALWAYS TO GIVE AN ANSWER TO EVERY MAN THAT ASKETH YOU A REASON OF THE HOPE THAT IS IN YOU
WITH MEEKNESS AND FEAR-1 Pe 3:15.
I am going to ask you to make
that decision for Jesus right now. You need to repent and ask Jesus to be your Lord and
Savior. Please kneel right where you are. Can you sense God calling you right now? Is your
heart pounding? You may have been baptized or confirmed, but something inside you is
saying, "Be sure." Perhaps you have strayed from God and need to rededicate your
life to Jesus now. Would you rather go to be with God or the lake of fire? You have that
choice right now. God wants you to receive the gift of eternal life. Are you sure there is
not a sin, there is nothing that stands between you and God? But you may know there is.
The Bible tells us THERE IS A WAY WHICH SEEMETH RIGHT UNTO A MAN, BUT THE END THEREOF ARE
THE WAYS OF DEATH. Jesus wants you to KNOW HIM, to have a personal relationship
with Him. Its not a matter of whether you think you know Jesus, but does
Jesus know you?
Right now, kneel and pray
this prayer out loud, and mean it with all your heart.
DEAR JESUS, I AM A
SINNER. I BELIEVE YOU ARE THE SON OF GOD AND DIED FOR MY SINS ON THE CROSS.
FORGIVE ALL OF MY SINS. JESUS, I REPENT. I ASK YOU TO HAVE MERCY ON ME, A
SINNER, AND COME INTO MY LIFE. GIVE ME YOUR SPIRIT AND YOUR POWER. HELP ME TO
FOLLOW AND OBEY YOUR COMMANDMENTS, AND TO LIVE FOR YOU. JESUS, I GIVE YOU MY LIFE.
THANK YOU FOR HEARING MY PRAYER. THANK YOU FOR COMING INTO MY LIFE. I ASK IT
IN THE NAME OF MY LORD AND SAVIOR, JESUS CHRIST. AMEN. |
IF YOU JUST SAID THAT PRAYER AND
MEANT IT
We recommend you now read
your Bible every day faithfully5 or more chapters a day. Begin with the Gospel of
John and read it through three times. Next go to Matthew and read the New Testament
through three times. Then begin reading the entire Bible in order, beginning with Genesis.
As God opens up His Word to you, obey it. Be a doer of the Word and not a hearer only,
deceiving yourself-ref Ja 1:22. As you are faithful, God will open your understanding of
His Word more and more.
Find a good Bible-teaching church that teaches Gods Word, sound
doctrine, Bible prophecy and the Revelation, not just stories about worldly things. Attend
often and get baptized. Tell others that Jesus is your only hope of salvation. If
youve just said that prayer and committed your life to Jesus, please e-mail us and
let us know. We would like to pray for you and send you some free
literature.
FINAL NOTE ON SALVATION
Many people are positive that
they are saved. They base this on emotion. They may make certain comments, such as,
"I am a good person. I do what is right. Im not as bad as that person. I know
that I am saved. I believe God is with me. I know the Holy Spirit is inside of me. I am a
preacher, an elder, a prophet, or a preachers wife. I have prayed, and God answered
my prayer. I believe in God. God did this or that for me. I sing in the choir. I go to
church. I praise and worship God. I give my money to the church. I was baptized."
While all of this sounds very nice, it is not based on biblical knowledge. Many that are
now in hell have said such things. The Pharisees in the New Testament also could have said
many of these things, but Jesus showed them clearly they were not saved.
If you have received Jesus Christ, Gods only begotten Son, as
your Lord and Savior, it is because God in His mercy has opened your understanding. As it
is written, FOR BY GRACE ARE YE SAVED THROUGH FAITH; AND THAT NOT OF YOURSELVES: IT IS THE
GIFT OF GOD: NOT OF WORKS, LEST ANY MAN SHOULD BOAST. FOR WE ARE HIS WORKMANSHIP, CREATED
IN CHRIST JESUS UNTO GOOD WORKS, WHICH GOD HATH BEFORE ORDAINED THAT WE SHOULD WALK IN
THEM-Eph
2:8-10.
"After" we believe on Jesus Christ, "after" we have
repented of our sins, we are commanded to be baptized by full immersion in the name of the
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. It is written, HE THAT BELIEVETH AND IS
BAPTIZED SHALL BE SAVED; BUT HE THAT BELIEVETH NOT SHALL BE DAMNED-Mk 16:16. Note,
believing on Jesus comes "before" water baptism. Infant baptism or any baptism
prior to repenting and believing on Jesus has no meaning. You cannot be baptized into One
on Whom you do not believe. It is written, FOR AS MANY OF YOU AS HAVE BEEN BAPTIZED INTO
CHRIST HAVE PUT ON CHRIST-Gal 3:27 Water Baptism is by full
immersion. As it is written, BURIED WITH HIM (with Jesus) IN BAPTISM (or buried
in the water)-Col 2:12, ref Ro 6:4. Jesus commanded, GO YE THEREFORE, AND TEACH ALL
NATIONS, BAPTIZING THEM IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER, AND OF THE SON, AND OF THE HOLY GHOST:
TEACHING THEM TO OBSERVE ALL THINGS WHATSOEVER I HAVE COMMANDED YOU: AND, LO, I AM WITH
YOU ALWAYS, EVEN UNTO THE END OF THE WORLD. AMEN-Mt 28:19,20.
Surrender means "you give up." You stop putting your will
before Gods will. You allow Jesus (Gods Word) to reign over you. You submit to
Jesus and let Him become the Lord of your life.
If you have not humbled yourself, and totally surrendered to Jesus, and
become as a little child (ref Mt 18:3), and continued steadfast in the faith, I would
suggest that NOW IS THE ACCEPTED TIME; BEHOLD, NOW IS THE DAY OF SALVATION-2 Cor 6:2.
Please submit to God, say the prayer, and mean it with all of your heart. God loves YOU
and cares.
I CALL HEAVEN AND EARTH TO
RECORD THIS DAY AGAINST YOU, THAT I HAVE SET BEFORE YOU LIFE AND
DEATH, BLESSING AND CURSING: THEREFORE CHOOSE LIFE, THAT
THOU
MAY
LIVE-Deut 30:19.
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