Holy Spirit - The Promised Comforter, Thiruvananthapuram (2026)

The filling of Holy Spirit is an ongoing process in the Christian life. Like + Share this page with others. Jesus answered, “I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again". (John 3:5–7)

When a sinner believes on

the Lord Jesus as the Christ, trusting Him alone to forgive all sins, then the Holy Spirit come into one's heart what it means to be "born again" spiritually. So, a person needs to be born again in order to have their sins forgiven and have a relationship with God. Jesus said; It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper [Holy spirit] will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you. And when He has come, He will convict the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment: of sin, because they do not believe in Me; of righteousness, because I go to My Father and you see Me no more; of judgment, because the ruler of this world is judged.(John 16:7-11)

Jesus said; And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate [Holy spirit] to help you and be with you forever-the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. (John 14:16-18)

However, when He [Holy spirit], the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you. All things that the Father has are Mine. Therefore I said that He will take of Mine and declare it to you.(John 16:13-15)

Holy Spirit is the seal of salvation for all those who believe & receive Jesus christ as lord & savior. The Holy Spirit is God’s seal on His people, his claim on us as His very own. The receiving/indwelling of the Spirit occurs at the moment of salvation. Holy Spirit is the presence of God that guides us, teaches us, comforts us, rebukes us, reminds us of Scriptures, convicts us, loves us, intercedes in prayer for us, empowers us, heals us, enlightens us etc... So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace. (Romans 8:6)

(Romans 8:9)- tells us that if a person does not possess the Holy Spirit & do not produce fruits of Holy spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control), he or she does not belong to Jesus Christ. We know that anyone born of God [Born again] does not continue to sin; the One who was born of God keeps them safe, and the evil one cannot harm them. We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one. We know also that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true by being in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. (1 John 5:18-20)

And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession-to the praise of his glory.(Ephesians 1:13–14)

And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.(Ephesians 4:30-32)

About Spiritual Gifts:
Anyone who confess their sins, trust Jesus christ as lord and savior, baptize fully immersed into water, he/she is able to receive the gifts of the Holy spirit according to the will of God as described in the bible as follows;

The spiritual gifts identified in (Romans 12) are prophesying, serving, teaching, encouraging, giving, leadership, and mercy. The list in (1 Corinthians 12:4-11) includes the word of wisdom, the word of knowledge, faith, healing, miraculous powers, prophecy, distinguishing between spirits, speaking in tongues and interpretation of tongues. The list in (1 Corinthians 12:28) includes healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues. Now pray to receive the Gifts of Holy spirit promised to the believer;
Heavenly Father, I come in the name of Lord Jesus christ. Lord Jesus, I thank you that you shed your blood on Calvary's cross for my sins. I ask for forgiveness for my sins and I do acknowledge you as my Lord and Savior. I ask you to baptize me in the Holy Spirit. Thank you Jesus, Amen. For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.(Romans 8:14)

17/05/2026

🔥 ACCURSED PREACHERS: ENEMIES OF THE CROSS

📖 Main Text: Galatians 1:8-9
📖 Key Text: Philippians 3:18-19
“For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ: Whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things.”
— Philippians 3:18-19

🌌 INTRODUCTION

The greatest danger to the church is not:
❌ atheism
❌ liberalism
❌ globalism
❌ islam
❌ communism
❌ persecution
But false religion wearing Christian language.

Many preachers today:
⚠️ reject grace
⚠️ corrupt the gospel
⚠️ add works with grace
⚠️ mix law with grace
⚠️ preach prosperity
⚠️ glorify self instead of Christ
⚠️ preach another Christ, another gospel, another Spirit

👉 According to the Apostle Paul, those who pervert the Gospel are: “accursed” (Galatians 1:8-9)

In the Dispensational truth:
✅ salvation is by grace alone
✅ through faith alone
✅ in Christ alone
✅ apart from works
False preachers oppose the finished work of Christ. They reject the message of CROSS is sufficient for salvation. Anything add or replace the message of cross comes from the pits of hell.

1️⃣ ⚠️ FALSE PREACHERS PERVERT THE GOSPEL
📖 Galatians 1:6-9
They corrupt the simplicity of salvation.

🔹 A. They ADD Works To Grace
📖 Ephesians 2:8-9
🔹 B. They MIX Law With Faith
📖 Romans 11:6
🔹 C. They DENY Christ’s Sufficiency
📖 Colossians 2:10
🔹 D. They DISTORT Paul’s Gospel
📖 1 Corinthians 15:1-4
📝 Any gospel mixed with works becomes another gospel.

2️⃣ 🐺 FALSE TEACHERS DECEIVE THE MULTITUDES
📖 2 Corinthians 11:13-15
Satan disguises deception through religion.

🔹 A. They APPEAR Righteous
📖 Matthew 7:15
🔹 B. They SPEAK Smooth Things
📖 Romans 16:18
🔹 C. They CAPTIVATE The Ignorant
📖 2 Timothy 3:6
🔹 D. They LEAD Many Astray
📖 Matthew 24:5
📝 Popularity does not prove truth.

3️⃣ 💰 COVETOUS PREACHERS SERVE THEIR BELLY
📖 Philippians 3:19
False ministers often use religion for gain.

🔹 A. GREED Controls Them
📖 1 Timothy 6:5
🔹 B. MERCHANDISING Motivates Them
📖 2 Peter 2:3
🔹 C. MONEY Becomes Their God
📖 Matthew 6:24
🔹 D. FLESHLY Lust Drives Them
📖 Titus 1:11
📝 Some preach Christ for profit—not for souls.

4️⃣ ⚖️ LAW-PREACHING PRODUCES BO***GE
📖 Galatians 5:1
Many pulpits place believers back under the law.

🔹 A. LAW Cannot Save
📖 Romans 3:20
🔹 B. LAW Cannot Justify
📖 Galatians 2:16
🔹 C. LAW Cannot Perfect
📖 Hebrews 7:19
🔹 D. GRACE Gives Liberty
📖 Romans 6:14
📝 The cross is dishonored when law replaces grace.

5️⃣ ✝️ THE CROSS IS THE ONLY HOPE
📖 1 Corinthians 1:18
The message of the CROSS is God’s power.

🔹 A. CHRIST Paid The Full Price
📖 Colossians 2:13-14
🔹 B. CHRIST Finished The Work
📖 John 19:30
🔹 C. CHRIST Rose Again
📖 1 Corinthians 15:4
🔹 D. CHRIST Alone Saves
📖 Acts 4:12
📝 Salvation is not achieved—it is received by faith.

6️⃣ 📖 RIGHT DIVISION PROTECTS BELIEVERS
📖 2 Timothy 2:15
Many false teachings come from wrongly dividing Scripture.

🔹 A. DISTINGUISH Israel And The Body of Christ
📖 Romans 9:4
🔹 B. UNDERSTAND Mystery Truth
📖 Ephesians 3:1-9
🔹 C. FOLLOW Paul’s Apostleship
📖 Romans 11:13
🔹 D. STAND In Grace Doctrine
📖 Titus 2:11-12
📝 Right division protects believers from confusion.

7️⃣ 🔥 REJECT FALSE PREACHERS AND REMAIN FAITHFUL
📖 Romans 16:17
God commands separation from doctrinal error.

🔹 A. MARK Them
📖 Romans 16:17
🔹 B. AVOID Them
📖 2 Timothy 3:5
🔹 C. TEST Every Message
📖 Acts 17:11
🔹 D. HOLD Fast Sound Doctrine
📖 Titus 1:9
📝 Faithful believers must guard the truth.

🌌 CONCLUSION

Today we have 45000 church denominations in the world. Not every church and everyone behind a pulpit belongs to God.
Some preach:
❌ works based salvation
❌ prosperity gospel
❌ sacraments is necessary for salvation
❌ holy communion is necessary for salvation
❌ obey Sabbath and old testament laws
❌ freedom in Christ is dangerous
❌ salvation can be lost
❌ no entrance to heaven without water baptism
❌ once saved not always saved
❌ speaking tongues is necessary for salvation

But the true Gospel declares:
👉 Christ died for our sins
👉 Christ was buried
👉 Christ rose again
👉 Salvation is by grace through faith
📖 1 Corinthians 15:1-4
The enemies of the CROSS reject the sufficiency of Christ.

📣 CALL TO ACTION

👉 WHAT SHOULD WE DO TODAY?
🔹 A. BELIEVE The Gospel Of Grace
📖 Ephesians 2:8-9
🔹 B. BEWARE Of False Teachers
📖 Colossians 2:8
🔹 C. BUILD Your Life On Rightly Divided Truth
📖 2 Timothy 2:15
🔹 D. BOLDLY Preach Christ Crucified
📖 1 Corinthians 1:23

🔥 FINAL THOUGHTS

1️⃣ False gospels cannot save.
2️⃣ Christ’s finished work is sufficient.
3️⃣ Grace and works cannot be mixed.
4️⃣ Many religious/church leaders are spiritually blind.
5️⃣ Right division exposes false doctrine.
6️⃣ The cross is man’s only hope.
7️⃣ The true Gospel glorifies Christ alone.
8️⃣ False teachers often seek money and power.
9️⃣ Believers must test every doctrine.
🔟 Salvation is by grace through faith alone.
1️⃣1️⃣ God commands separation from doctrinal error.
1️⃣2️⃣ Stand boldly for the Gospel of Grace.
1️⃣3️⃣ Salvation is God's work, not man's work

👑 “ANY PREACHER WHO ADDS WORKS TO THE FINISHED WORK OF CHRIST BECOMES AN ENEMY OF THE CROSS.” 👑

🙌 PREACH THE WORD — DEFEND THE GOSPEL — STAND IN GRACE 🙌

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17/03/2026

⚠️ JUDAS ISCARIOT: CLOSE TO CHRIST BUT LOST

(Lessons from the Man Who Betrayed the Savior)

📖 John 6:70–71
“Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil?”

📖 INTRODUCTION

👉 Judas Iscariot is one of the most tragic characters in the Bible.
He:
• walked with Jesus Christ
• witnessed miracles
• heard divine teaching
• served among the apostles
Yet he was never truly saved.

💥 Judas life proves a powerful truth:
👉 A person can be near Christ but never know Christ personally.
👉 In the dispensation of grace, salvation & eternal life is clearly revealed through the Gospel of Grace: 📖 1 Corinthians 15:1–4

⚡ But Judas lived before the cross and became an example of someone who was religious but lost.

Let us examine seven tragic realities about Judas Iscariot.

1️⃣ CHOSEN BUT UNCHANGED
(Selected as an apostle but never spiritually transformed)
📖 Luke 6:13–16
Explanation:
Judas was chosen to be part of the twelve apostles, yet his heart remained unchanged.

Sub-points:
• Chosen for position
📖 Luke 6:13
• Called to ministry
📖 Matthew 10:1
• Close to the Messiah
📖 John 12:4
• Corrupt in heart
📖 John 12:6

2️⃣ DISCIPLE BUT DEVILISH
(A follower outwardly but wicked inwardly)
📖 John 6:70
Explanation:
Jesus Himself declared that Judas was a devil, showing his true spiritual nature.

Sub-points:
• Devilish character revealed
📖 John 6:70
• Deceptive conduct practiced
📖 Matthew 26:25
• Double-minded loyalty
📖 Psalm 41:9
• Diabolical influence accepted
📖 Luke 22:3

3️⃣ ASSOCIATED BUT UNREGENERATED
(Connected to Christ but never born again)
📖 John 13:10–11
Explanation:
Judas was among believers but never spiritually cleansed.

Sub-points:
• Associated with disciples
📖 Acts 1:17
• Attended the ministry of Jesus
📖 Matthew 26:20
• Accepted among the twelve
📖 John 13:21
• Absent of true salvation
📖 John 13:11

4️⃣ REMORSEFUL BUT NOT REPENTANT
(Felt guilt but never experienced true repentance)
📖 Matthew 27:3–5
Explanation:
Judas felt regret, but his sorrow was not genuine repentance.

Sub-points:
• Regret over sin
📖 Matthew 27:3
• Returned the silver
📖 Matthew 27:5
• Realized his betrayal
📖 Matthew 27:4
• Rejected God's mercy
📖 Matthew 27:5

5️⃣ USED BUT UNSAVED
(God used him in prophecy but he was not redeemed)
📖 John 17:12
Explanation:
Judas fulfilled prophecy but remained lost.

Sub-points:
• Used in God's sovereign plan
📖 Acts 1:16
• Unfaithful in stewardship
📖 John 12:6
• Unbelieving in heart
📖 John 6:64
• Unredeemed in soul
📖 John 17:12

6️⃣ SEDUCED BY SATAN
(Influenced and controlled by the enemy)
📖 Luke 22:3
Explanation:
Satan entered Judas because his heart was open to evil. "The love of money is the root of all evil" (1 Timothy 6:10) highlights that excessive desire or greed for wealth—not money itself—causes corruption, moral compromise, and harm to others. It acts as a warning against putting wealth above virtue, relationships, or ethics, which can lead to destructive behaviors and inner emptiness.

Sub-points:
• Satanic temptation
📖 John 13:2
• Spiritual surrender to evil
📖 Luke 22:3
• Sinful greed
📖 Matthew 26:15
• Selfish betrayal
📖 Luke 22:48

7️⃣ SENTENCED TO DESTRUCTION
(His destiny was eternal loss)
📖 Acts 1:25
Explanation:
Scripture teaches Judas went to his own place of judgment.

Sub-points:
• Son of perdition
📖 John 17:12
• Self-inflicted death
📖 Matthew 27:5
• Scripture fulfilled
📖 Acts 1:16
• Separated forever from Christ
📖 Acts 1:25

🏁 CONCLUSION

👉 Judas Iscariot is a sobering warning to us.
He proves that a person can:
• attend religious gatherings
• serve in ministry
• appear spiritual
Yet still be lost without true faith.

The tragedy of Judas teaches:
👉 proximity to Christ is not the same as faith in Christ.
Salvation today is clearly revealed through the Gospel of Grace.
📖 1 Corinthians 15:3–4
Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again.

📣 CALL TO ACTION

Ask yourself honestly:
• Are you near religion/church but far from Christ?
• Have you truly believed the Gospel of Grace?
• Are you trusting Christ alone for salvation?

👉 Do not follow Judas' path.
👉 Believe the Gospel today.
👉 Trust the risen Savior.

💡 FINAL THOUGHTS

1️⃣ You can be close to Christ but still lost
2️⃣ Religion cannot replace true salvation
3️⃣ Regret is not the same as repentance
4️⃣ Satan seeks hearts open to sin.
5️⃣ Don't sell your soul to satan.
6️⃣ Satan can enter through the love of money.
7️⃣ Excessive desire or greed for wealth causes corruption, moral compromise, and harm to others.
8️⃣ Only faith in Christ brings eternal life ✝️

Source : Preach the word

14/03/2026

🎺 WHEN THE TRUMP OF GOD SOUNDS

🔰 INTRODUCTION

🔥 The Trumpet in this passage is not Israel’s feast trumpets, not a judgment trumpet, and not Revelation’s trumpet.
👉 It is “the trump of God”—a unique call for the Body of Christ (church) alone.

This event belongs to the Dispensation of Grace, revealed to apostle Paul by revelation (1 Cor. 15:51). When it sounds, everything changes in a moment.

🔤 5 PREACHING POINTS (T-R-U-M-P)

1️⃣ T — TRUMPET SUMMONS THE BODY
The trumpet is a calling sound, not a warning. Only the body of Christ (church) hears the calling sound.

Trumpet of God – A divine summons, not angelic. (1 Thess. 4:16)
Timing Sudden – In a moment of twinkling eye, without advance signs. (1 Cor. 15:52)
Targeted Specifically – The Body of Christ (church). (Eph. 1:22–23)
Truth Revealed – A mystery once hidden. (1 Cor. 15:51)
Transition Triggered – From earth to glory. (Phil. 3:20)
➡️ This Trumpet is for believers in Christ only.

2️⃣ R — RESURRECTION OF THE DEAD IN CHRIST
Physical death does not stop God’s promise.

Raised First – Dead in Christ rise before the living believers. (1 Thess. 4:16)
Redeemed Bodies – Incorruptible and glorified body like resurrected Jesus. (1 Cor. 15:42–44)
Resurrection Certain – Guaranteed by Christ’s resurrection. (1 Cor. 15:20)
Rest Concluded – Sleep in Christ ends. (1 Thess. 4:14)
Reunion Assured – United again with loved ones. (1 Thess. 4:17)
➡️ The grave loses its victory. No more death, pain, sickness or sorrows.

3️⃣ U — UPWARD CATCHING AWAY
The word Rapture means caught up supernaturally by God before the wrath of God falls on earth (7 year tribulation).

Upward Motion – Caught up, not called down (1 Thess. 4:17)
Unexpected Moment – Like a thief (1 Thess. 5:2)
Unified Movement – All believers in the world together (1 Cor. 15:51)
Unchanged Identity – Still ourselves, but glorified body (Phil. 3:21)
Unending Hope – Blessed hope for church fulfilled (Titus 2:13)
➡️ Grace ends with glory, not wrath.

4️⃣ M — MEETING THE LORD IN THE AIR
Only the body of Christ meets Jesus in the air. Every eye sees Jesus is the glorious Second Coming of Christ, not Rapture. Both returns of Jesus are separate events.

Meeting Mid-Air – Not on the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem (1 Thess. 4:17)
Mediator Welcomed – Jesus Himself receives us (John 14:3)
Manifestation of Sons – Revealed with Christ (Col. 3:4)
Marvelous Communion – Face-to-face fellowship (1 John 3:2)
➡️ We meet Him before judgment falls on earth.

5️⃣ P — PARADISE WITH CHRIST FOREVER
The Rapture leads to eternal security.

Place Prepared – Heavenly home promised (John 14:2)
Position Perfected – Glorified with Christ (Rom. 8:17)
Protection Complete – Delivered from the wrath of God (1 Thess. 1:10)
Purpose Fulfilled – Reigning with Christ (2 Tim. 2:12)
Permanence Guaranteed – Ever with the Lord (1 Thess. 4:17)
➡️ The Church’s future is heavenly, not earthly.

🧾 CONCLUSION
One trumpet.
One moment.
One eternal separation.
Jesus is coming for his blood bought church first, then for Israel.
Don’t be left behind.
👉 The question is not if the trumpet will sound—
The question is are you in Christ?

📣 CALL TO ACTION

🔊 Believe the Gospel of Grace (1 Cor. 15:1–4)
🕊️ Be Saved by Grace Alone (Eph. 2:8–9)
⬆️ Be Ready for the Rapture (Titus 2:13)
📖 Be Rooted in Right Division (2 Tim. 2:15)
🔥 Be a Watchful Witness (2 Cor. 5:20)
👉 Believe now—before the trumpet sounds.

🔢 FINAL THOUGHTS

1️⃣ 📯 Trumpet Summons
2️⃣ ⚰️ Resurrection Secured
3️⃣ ⬆️ Upward Catching Away
4️⃣ ☁️ Meeting the Lord Jesus
5️⃣ ♾️ Heaven Forever
6️⃣ 🔥 No more evil, curse, death, pain, sickness or sorrows
7️⃣ 💥 Lost glory of God in Eden restored
8️⃣ 💥 Crowns and rewards at Judgement seat of Christ

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