Is being in church different from being in Christ? A good churchgoer whose life is overwhelmed by the deeds of the old man has no standing before the Almighty God. Being in church is not the same as being in Christ. You must know where you belong. The Scripture is expressly clear on the need […]
Deception
Deception, Self-Righteousness, and the Church’s Decline
Strange Problems in the Church This Church was self-deluded and self-indulgent. The few contending believers among them were warned to be watchful, and to keep what they have. Christ is sounding the same warning to everyone today. You must be watchful not to be carried away by sinful deceived members in our midst. You must […]
The Deception of False Spirituality and the Consequences of Ignorance
The Spiritual Deception in the Church By the way they lived their lives; many strange problems came into the church. Demons attached to their evil acts brought strange fire, problems into the lives of weak members. Many evil spirits defiled the characters of the majority of the church members. The church was brought down by […]
The Deception of Material Blessings in Sardis
Self-Confidence in Material Blessings Sardis Church was a self-confident. The members of the church in Sardis were happy to be called Christians, followers of Christ but they were not aware that Christ does not recognize them. Their work and activities does not please Christ or honor Him. They do not care about their character, what […]
The Judgment of the Great Whore
The Woman and Her Judgment He was invited by one of the seven angels to a throne, the headquarters of Jezebel, a great whore, a great prostitute that sitteth upon many waters. He was told that this woman will be judged. She will not go free of all her persecutions, attacks and abominations against the […]
Spiritual Challenges and Deception in Pergamos: Lessons for Today’s Church
Christ’s Knowledge and Preparation for Pergamos When Christ sent the letter to Pergamos, He was adequately prepared to deliver them from whatever bondage they entered. He knows the city very well and was well equipped with two edged sword to fight every power behind their problem. No matter where you find yourself or the problem […]