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Apostle Paul clearly taught that we receive the Holy Spirit (third person of Triune God) the moment we receive Jesus Christ as our Savior.

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)

28/06/2026

🔥 YE ARE SONS OF GOD

The Foundation of Sonship

Text: Galatians 3:26 – "For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus." (KJV)

🌟 INTRODUCTION

👉 The greatest identity a believer possesses today is not found in nationality, religion, achievements, or emotions—but in Christ. According to the revelation of the Mystery committed to the Apostle Paul, every person who trusts the Gospel of the Grace of God (1 Corinthians 15:1–4) is immediately placed into the Body of Christ and becomes a son of God.

👉 In Dispensationalism, sonship is not earned by law, rituals, water baptism, or good works. It is a present spiritual position granted entirely by God's grace through faith.

Galatians 3:26
"For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus."

1️⃣ THE BASIS OF SONSHIP
By Faith Alone in Christ
Text: Galatians 3:26
Sonship begins with faith—not works. Under this present Dispensation of Grace, God justifies sinners solely by believing the finished work of Christ. Faith is the only basis for becoming God's child.

A. Faith Receives Salvation
📖 Galatians 3:26
Salvation is received by believing Christ, not by performing religious ceremonies.
B. Faith Rejects Self-Righteousness
📖 Romans 3:28
No amount of law-keeping can make someone a child of God.
C. Faith Rests in Christ's Finished Work
📖 Ephesians 2:8–9
Grace excludes boasting because Christ accomplished everything.

2️⃣ THE POSITION OF SONSHIP
Ye ARE Sons
Text: Galatians 4:6
Paul says "ye ARE sons," not "you might become sons someday." Sonship is a present possession.

A. A Present Relationship
📖 Galatians 4:6
God already calls believers His sons.
B. A Permanent Standing
📖 Romans 8:1
Our standing is secure because it is in Christ.
C. A Purchased Adoption
📖 Ephesians 1:5
God predetermined believers to enjoy the privileges of adoption.

3️⃣ THE PROOF OF SONSHIP
The Spirit Bears Witness
Text: Romans 8:16
The Holy Spirit is God's divine testimony that we belong to Him.

A. The Spirit Indwells
📖 Romans 8:9
Every believer possesses the Holy Spirit.
B. The Spirit Identifies
📖 Romans 8:16
The Spirit confirms we are God's children.
C. The Spirit Unites
📖 1 Corinthians 12:13
Believers are baptized by one Spirit into one Body.

4️⃣ THE PRIVILEGE OF SONSHIP
Abba, Father
Text: Romans 8:15
Grace gives believers intimate access to God as Father.

A. Freedom Instead of Fear
📖 Romans 8:15
Grace replaces bo***ge with liberty.
B. Fellowship with the Father
📖 Ephesians 2:18
Believers have direct access to God.
C. Full Acceptance
📖 Ephesians 1:6
We are accepted in the Beloved.

5️⃣ THE PROMISE OF SONSHIP
Heirs with Christ
Text: Romans 8:17
God has prepared an eternal inheritance for His children.

A. Heirs of God
📖 Romans 8:17
Everything belongs to God, and believers share His inheritance.
B. Joint-Heirs with Christ
📖 Romans 8:17
Our inheritance is secured in Christ Himself.
C. Hope of Glory
📖 Colossians 1:27
The believer awaits future glorification.

6️⃣ THE PERMANENCE OF SONSHIP
Sealed by the Holy Spirit
Text: Ephesians 1:13
God permanently seals every believer upon faith.

A. Sealed by God
📖 Ephesians 1:13
The seal is God's work—not ours.
B. Secured Until Redemption
📖 Ephesians 4:30
The sealing lasts until the day of redemption.
C. Safe in Christ
📖 Colossians 3:3
Our life is hidden with Christ in God.

7️⃣ THE COMPLETENESS OF SONSHIP
Complete in Christ
Text: Colossians 2:10
Believers lack nothing spiritually because Christ is sufficient.

A. Complete Acceptance
📖 Colossians 2:10
Nothing needs to be added to Christ.
B. Complete Forgiveness
📖 Colossians 2:13
Every sin has been forgiven.
C. Complete Sufficiency
📖 2 Corinthians 3:5
Our sufficiency is entirely in Christ.

📌 CONCLUSION

👉 Sonship is one of the greatest blessings revealed through the Apostle Paul. Under the Dispensation of Grace, believers are:

Saved by grace through faith.
Placed into the Body of Christ.
Adopted as sons & daughters.
Sealed permanently by the Holy Spirit.
Complete forever in Christ.

This identity is grounded in Christ's finished work, not in human performance.

2 Timothy 2:15 reminds us to rightly divide the Word of Truth so that we understand these truths in their proper dispensational context.

📢 CALL TO ACTION

✅ Believe the Gospel
📖 1 Corinthians 15:1–4
Trust Christ's death, burial, and resurrection alone.
✅ Rest in Your Position
📖 Colossians 2:10
Stop trying to earn what God has already given by grace.
✅ Walk Worthy of Your Calling
📖 Ephesians 4:1
Live daily as a grateful son of God, reflecting Christ's life through the power of the indwelling Spirit.

💭 FINAL THOUGHTS

✨ You are not trying to become God's child—you ARE God's child by faith in Christ.
✨ You are not working for acceptance—you are already accepted in the Beloved.
✨ You are not hoping to be complete—you are already complete in Christ.
✨ Your sonship is founded on grace, secured by the Spirit, and guaranteed forever because of the finished work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. 🙏

Source: Preach the word

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 🙌

Source: Preach the word

27/04/2026

🔑 “RIGHT DIVISION: THE KEY THAT UNLOCKS GOD’S WORD”

📖 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV

🔰 INTRODUCTION
📖 Key Texts:
"In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth". (Genesis 1:1)
“That in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him.” (Ephesians 1:10)

Many read the Bible… but few rightly divide it.
👉 Result? Confusion, contradiction, and wrong application. Today confusion leads many people into replacement theology—the idea that the Church has replaced Israel in God’s plan.

But when you rightly divide the Word of truth, everything becomes clear:
✔ Prophecy vs Mystery
✔ Israel vs Church
✔ Law vs Grace
📖 2 Timothy 2:15 – “Rightly dividing the word of truth”

🔑 1️⃣ PRECISION IN PROPERLY PARTITIONING THE WORD
(Right Division is Required)

📖 2 Timothy 2:15
📖 1 Corinthians 14:33
A. Careful Study – Study, not skim
B. Correct Separation – Divide properly
C. Clear Understanding – No confusion
D. Confident Service – Not ashamed

🔑 2️⃣ PROGRAMS OF GOD PROPERLY PLACED
(Two Distinct Divine Programs)

📖 Acts 15:7–11
📖 Romans 11:25
A. Israel’s Program – Earthly kingdom
B. Church's Program – Heavenly calling (Caught up at the day of Rapture)
C. Prophecy Declared – Spoken since the world began
D. Mystery Revealed – Hidden but now revealed through apostle Paul

🔑 3️⃣ PAULINE POSITION PRIORITIZED
(Follow the Apostle to the Gentiles)

📖 Romans 11:13
📖 Ephesians 3:1–3
A. Chosen Apostle – Paul to Gentiles
B. Clear Doctrine – For today
C. Church Instruction – Body of Christ truth
D. Current Dispensation – Grace age

🔑 4️⃣ PROMISES PROPERLY PERCIEVED
(Not All Promises Are For You)

📖 Romans 9:4
📖 2 Corinthians 1:20
A. Israel’s Promises – Land, kingdom
B. Body’s Promises – Heavenly blessings
C. Prophetic Context – Earth focus
D. Pauline Context – Grace focus

🔑 5️⃣ PERFORMANCE VS POSITION DISTINGUISHED
(Law vs Grace)

📖 Romans 6:14
📖 Galatians 2:16
A. Law Demands – Do and live
B. Grace Delivers – Believe and live
C. Works System – Israel under law
D. Faith System – Body under grace

🔑 6️⃣ PURPOSE OF SCRIPTURE PROPERLY PROCLAIMED
(All Scripture is for You, Not All to You)

📖 Romans 15:4
📖 2 Timothy 3:16
A. Learning Value – All Scripture profitable
B. Literal Context – Understand audience
C. Life Application – Apply correctly
D. Light Received – Truth becomes clear

🔑 7️⃣ PROFIT IN PRACTICAL PREACHING
(Right Division Produces Power)

📖 2 Timothy 4:2
📖 Acts 20:27
A. Sound Doctrine – No confusion
B. Strong Believers – Established faith
C. Straight Gospel – Grace message clear
D. Successful Ministry – God-honoring preaching

🔻 CONCLUSION

👉 The Bible is not confusing—
❗ It is misunderstood when not rightly divided
✔ Right Division removes contradictions
✔ Right Division reveals Christ clearly
✔ Right Division unlocks God’s full counsel
📖 Acts 20:27 – “All the counsel of God”

📣 CALL TO ACTION

A. Study the Word Daily – 2 Tim. 2:15
B. Separate Truth Properly – Know divisions
C. Submit to Pauline Doctrine – Follow grace truth
D. Share Rightly Divided Truth – Teach others

💭 FINAL THOUGHTS

1️⃣ Right Division is the KEY to understanding Scripture
2️⃣ God has two programs—Israel and the Church (Body of Christ)
3️⃣ Paul’s epistles are your direct instruction today
4️⃣ Law and Grace must never be mixed
5️⃣ Context determines correct interpretation
6️⃣ Right Division produces powerful preaching
7️⃣ Clarity in the Word brings confidence in Christ
8️⃣ Heaven and earth has two programs
9️⃣ Israel is not church, church is not Israel
🔟 Christ is the King of Israel, head to the church

🔥 “WHEN YOU RIGHTLY DIVIDE THE WORD—
YOU RIGHTLY UNDERSTAND GOD’S WILL.”

Source: Preach the word

19/04/2026

🔥 “SALVATION IS GOD’S WORK — NOT MAN’S WORK”

✨ INTRODUCTION

👉 Many today are trusting in good works, tradition, religion, church denomination, sacraments, water baptism, holy communion, pilgrimage, charity to be saved. But when we rightly divide the Word of truth (2 Timothy 2:15), we discover a powerful truth revealed through the gentile appointed Apostle Paul:

👉 Salvation in this present dispensation is not man’s performance—but Christ’s finished work (1 Corinthians 15:1–4).

📌 The cross is not a contribution—it is a completion (John 19:30).

🔥 1️⃣ SALVATION IS NOT BY WORKS
📖 Ephesians 2:8–9; Romans 4:5

A. Works Cannot Save
– No flesh justified
📖 Romans 3:20
B. Works Cannot Secure
– No eternal guarantee
📖 Galatians 2:16
C. Works Cannot Satisfy
– God requires perfection
📖 James 2:10
D. Works Cannot Substitute
– Christ alone is sufficient
📖 Titus 3:5
🪶 Illustration: Like trying to pay an infinite debt with small coins. Mixing works of the Mosaic law with grace loses GRACE.

🔥 2️⃣ SALVATION IS NOT BY RELIGION
📖 Colossians 2:8; Galatians 1:14

A. Religion Replaces Relationship
– Form without truth
B. Religion Relies on Set of Rules and Rituals
– External acts
C. Religion Rejects Grace
– Mixes works with faith
📖 Romans 11:6
D. Religion Ruins Simplicity
– Complicates the Gospel of Grace
📖 2 Corinthians 11:3
🪶 Illustration: Like following rules but never knowing the Savior.

🔥 3️⃣ SALVATION IS NOT BY RITUALS
📖 1 Corinthians 1:17; Galatians 5:2

A. Rituals Cannot Redeem
– No saving power
B. Rituals Cannot Remove Sin
– Only Christ’s blood
📖 Hebrews 9:22
C. Rituals Cannot Regenerate
– No new birth
D. Rituals Cannot Replace Faith
– Faith alone saves
📖 Romans 5:1
🪶 Illustration: Like washing the outside while inside remains dirty. Water baptism don't save, but the precious blood of Jesus saves.

🔥 4️⃣ SALVATION IS BY THE CROSS
📖 1 Corinthians 15:1–4

A. The Cross Paid the Price
– Christ died for our sins
B. The Cross Proved the Payment
– Burial confirms death
C. The Cross Produced Victory
– Resurrection power
D. The Cross Provides Salvation
– Believe and be saved
📖 Acts 16:31
🪶 Illustration: Like a debt stamped “PAID IN FULL.”

🔥 5️⃣ SALVATION IS BY GRACE
📖 Ephesians 2:8–9; Titus 2:11

A. Grace is Undeserved
– Not earned
B. Grace is Unconditional
– Freely given
C. Grace is Unmixed
– No works added
📖 Romans 11:6
D. Grace is Unending
– Eternal security
📖 Romans 5:21
🪶 Illustration: Like receiving a gift you could never afford.

🔥 6️⃣ SALVATION IS RECEIVED BY FAITH
📖 Romans 4:5; Galatians 2:16

A. Faith Trusts Christ Alone
– Not self
B. Faith Takes God’s Word
– Believe His promise
C. Faith Transfers Dependence
– From works to Christ
D. Faith Triumphs in Salvation
– Justified freely
📖 Romans 5:1
🪶 Illustration: Like sitting on a chair—you trust it fully.

🔥 7️⃣ SALVATION IS SECURED FOREVER
📖 Ephesians 1:13–14; 4:30

A. Sealed by the Holy Spirit
– Divine ownership
B. Secured by Promise
– Cannot be broken
C. Sustained by God
– Not by man
D. Settled Until Redemption
– Eternal guarantee
🪶 Illustration: Like a sealed document—unchangeable and final.

📣 CALL TO ACTION

👉 What must you do today?
1. STOP Trusting Works (like water baptism, tithing, charity)
📖 Romans 4:5
2. SEE Your Sinfulness
📖 Romans 3:23
3. SURRENDER to Christ
📖 1 Corinthians 15:1–4
4. STAND in Grace
📖 Romans 5:2

🏁 CONCLUSION

Salvation is not about what you do—it’s about what Christ has DONE.
📖 “It is finished.” (John 19:30)
👉 Stop striving.
👉 Start trusting.
👉 Rest in Christ.

💭 FINAL THOUGHTS

1️⃣ If works could save, Christ died in vain.
2️⃣ If religion could save, grace would not be needed.
3️⃣ If rituals could save, the cross would be powerless.
4️⃣ If Christ finished the work, why add to it?
5️⃣ If grace is free, why try to earn it?
6️⃣ If faith saves, why trust yourself?
7️⃣ If you believe today, you are saved forever.
8️⃣ Once sealed by Holy Spirit, always saved.
9️⃣ Salvation is a free gift of God.
🔟 Stop mixing works with grace.

📣 IF YOU BELIEVE SALVATION IS BY THE FINISHED WORK OF CHRIST ALONE, PUT AMEN!

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

Source: Preach the word

05/03/2026

✨ RAPTURED OR LEFT BEHIND?

Faith Alone or Faith + Works?
📖 “We shall be caught up… to meet the Lord in the air.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:17 (KJV)

📖 INTRODUCTION

The Bible reveals two distinct programs:
🔥 The Mystery Program — the Body of Christ (church) revealed through the apostle Paul, Salvation of gentiles, Rapture of church, Judgement seat of Christ, Crowns & rewards in heaven.
💥 The Prophetic Program — Israel, 7 year Tribulation, Glorious second coming of Christ on Mount Olives Jerusalem, Millennium Kingdom of Christ, White throne Judgement for unbelievers, New heaven and new earth in New Jerusalem.

Confusion comes when people mix these programs.
📖 “God hath not appointed us to wrath.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:9
➡️ The question is not if Christ is coming
➡️ The question is who will be caught up in heaven and who will be left behind on earth

🔤 EIGHT TRUTHS: RAPTURED VS. LEFT BEHIND

1️⃣ PLACEMENT OF THE PEOPLE
📖 “Caught up… to meet the Lord in the air.” — 1 Thess. 4:17
Explanation:
The Body of Christ (church) is heavenly in destiny, not earthly.

Sub-points:
Positioned in Christ (Eph. 2:6)
Prepared for his coming (1 Thess. 4:17)
Promised transformation like the image of Christ (1 Cor. 15:51–52)
Protected from wrath of God & from satan (1 Thess. 5:9)

2️⃣ PURPOSE OF THE RAPTURE
📖 “Comfort one another with these words.” — 1 Thess. 4:18
Explanation:
The rapture of church & transformed like the glorious image of Christ is not Judgment—it is deliverance.

Sub-points:
Preservation of the Church (Rev. 3:10)
Protection from Tribulation (Luke 21:36)
Presentation to Christ (2 Cor. 11:2)
Promise of Rest (Heb. 4:9)

3️⃣ PRINCIPLE OF SALVATION
📖 “By grace… not of works.” — Ephesians 2:8–9
Explanation:
The rapture is based on faith in the finished work of Jesus done at cross alone, not endurance.

Sub-points:
Grace Alone (Rom. 3:24)
Faith Alone (Rom. 4:5)
Finished Work of Jesus alone (1 Cor. 15:1–4)
Free Gift (Rom. 6:23)

4️⃣ PREDICAMENT OF THOSE LEFT BEHIND
📖 “That man of sin be revealed.” — 2 Thess. 2:3–4
Explanation:
After the Rapture, the left behind world face satanic Antichrist (like Hi**er) and enters prophetic Judgment.

Sub-points:
Antichrist (first beast) revealed to the left behind world. (2 Thess. 2:3)
Authority of the Anti-christ, his mandatory mark on your head or hand & false worship enforced. (Rev. 13:7)
Abomination, immorality, lawlessness enforced. (Matt. 24:15)
Absolute deception with false signs and wonders. (2 Thess. 2:10)

5️⃣ PRESSURE DURING TRIBULATION
📖 “For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.” — Matthew 24:21
Explanation:
Those left behind face 7 years of unprecedented wrath of God and from satan.

Sub-points:
No Buying or Selling without a mark of the Antichrist. (Rev. 13:16–17)
National Persecution who resists Antichrist, his mark and worships him as God. (Rev. 12:17)
Necessary Endurance till death. (Matt. 24:13)
Near-Constant fear of living. (Luke 21:26)

6️⃣ PERIL OF THE MARK
📖 “He causeth all… to receive a mark.” — Revelation 13:16
Explanation:
Antichrist religious companion False prophet (second beast) influences everyone to take the mark of the Antichrist. The mark of the Antichrist is irreversible condemnation.

Sub-points:
Forced Allegiance (Rev. 13:15)
Financial Control (Rev. 13:17)
Final Judgment (Rev. 14:9–11)
Forever Separation from God (Rev. 20:15)

7️⃣ PERSECUTION OF THE SAINTS
📖 “Were beheaded for the witness of Jesus.” — Revelation 20:4
Explanation:
Tribulation saints are saved through faith in Jesus + obey commandments + worship God + endurance till sacrificial death.

Sub-points:
Martyrdom (keep faith and die for Jesus) Required. (Rev. 13:7)
Military Opposition. (Rev. 19:19)
Messianic Loyalty. (Matt. 10:22)
Millennial Reward when Jesus gloriously returns on Jerusalem. (Rev. 20:4)

8️⃣ PRIVILEGE OF THE CHURCH
📖 “We shall ever be with the Lord.” — 1 Thess. 4:17
Explanation:
The Church (body of Christ) escapes from the wrath—not because it is better—but because of Grace.

Sub-points:
Union with Christ. (Col. 3:4)
Upward Calling. (Phil. 3:20)
Unmerited Escape. (Eph. 2:8–9)
Ultimate Glory. (Rom. 8:18)

🧾 CONCLUSION

There are two futures:
✝️ Raptured — by faith in the finished work of Jesus done at cross alone
🔥 Left Behind — faith + works required
📖 “Now is the accepted time… now is the day of salvation.” — 2 Corinthians 6:2

The Gospel Is Clear And Complete;
Christ died for our sins (Rom. 4:25, 1 Corinthians 15;1-4)
Christ was buried (Matt. 27:59–60)
Christ rose again (Rom. 6:9)
➡️ Nothing added. Nothing removed.

📣 CALL TO ACTION

🙏 Believe the gospel of Grace today
✝️ Trust Christ & his finished work alone
📖 Rightly divide the Word
🕊 Live in rapture readiness
🔥 Warn others in love
👉 Comfort one another

✨ FINAL THOUGHTS

1️⃣ ⏳ Time is short
2️⃣ ✝️ Grace is sufficient
3️⃣ 📖 Truth must be divided
4️⃣ 🕊 The Church will depart before wrath of God
5️⃣ 🔥 Wrath will follow
6️⃣ 👑 Christ will reign
7️⃣ 🌍 Israel will be restored
8️⃣ 🌟 Eternity is real
9️⃣ 👉 After Rapture, God is focused on Israel

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