The Truth

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  • WHERE DO WE STAND?

    Life is too short to be spent pursuing the things of this world. We must never exchange eternal life for the temporary pleasures of a sinful life. “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” (Matthew 16:26)

    Heaven and Hell are real. Eternity is real, and every soul must ultimately face the consequences of the choices it makes. “And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal” (Matthew 25:46).

    Lucifer, the chief among the archangels, was given a place of great honour and was in the presence of God. Yet pride arose within him. Scripture says, “Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness” (Ezekiel 28:17).

    The desire to exalt himself above God took root in his heart. Isaiah records his proud ambition: “I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God… I will be like the most High” (Isaiah 14:13,14).

    Yet pride could not stand before God. “How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning!” ( Isaiah 14:12)

    He fell from his exalted position because of rebellion and pride. Jesus Himself said, “I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven” (Luke 10:18).

    Hell is not Heaven, and Heaven is not Hell. Scripture speaks clearly of eternal judgment and the “everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels”(Matthew 25:41).

    If God judged the rebellion of such a glorious creation, where do we stand? If pride and rebellion brought such terrible consequences, how carefully must we guard our own hearts and minds?

    “Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall” ( 1 Corinthians 10:12).

    The reality of judgment should awaken every soul to the seriousness of sin. “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 6:23).

    God tested Judas by entrusting him with the money bag, even while allowing him to walk with Jesus, hear His words, receive His love, and witness His works. Yet Judas chose another path. Jesus said of him, “Woe unto that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed!” (Matthew 26:24)

    Judas had the privilege of walking with Jesus, yet privilege alone could not replace obedience.

    Likewise, Lucifer was surrounded by the glory and holiness of God, yet he allowed pride to enter his heart. “Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18).

    What is revealed within the heart ultimately determines the direction of a person’s life. “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he” (Proverbs 23:7).

    Therefore, we must examine ourselves. We must guard our hearts and turn away from sin. “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life” (Proverbs 4:23).

    We must seek the Lord while He may be found. “Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near” (Isaiah 55:6).

    Speaking through angels, prophets, and those whom God chooses may occur according to His will and purpose. Yet every spiritual manifestation must be tested against the Word of God. “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God” (1 John 4:1).

    Everything must ultimately point us back to God, His truth, and His will. “For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace” (1 Corinthians 14:33).

    This world is temporary. Its pleasures are temporary. Its possessions are temporary. But eternity is forever.

    “And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever” (1 John 2:17).

    Therefore, let us not live for this passing world while neglecting the eternity that lies before us. Let us repent, humble ourselves before God, guard our hearts, and seek the Lord with all that is within us.

    This life is temporary. Eternity is forever.

    Where do we stand?

    “Choose you this day whom ye will serve” (Joshua 24:15).

  • THE LORD KEEPS CRYING

    The Sinner Keeps Practicing Sin

    Drunks keep drinking.

    Smokers keep smoking.

    Liars keep lying.

    Thieves keep stealing.

    Cheaters keep cheating.

    Haters keep hating.

    Gossips keep gossiping.

    Boasters keep boasting.

    Murderers keep killing.

    Adulterers keep committing adultery.

    Fornicators keep committing fornication.

    Lustful keep lusting.

    Covetous keep coveting.

    Greedy keep grabbing.

    Idolaters keep worshipping idols.

    Blasphemers keep blaspheming.

    Swindlers keep deceiving.

    Fraudsters keep defrauding.

    False witnesses keep giving false testimony.

    Slanderers keep slandering.

    Backbiters keep backbiting.

    Witches keep practicing witchcraft.

    Sorcerers keep practicing sorcery.

    Proud keep exalting themselves.

    Arrogant keep boasting about themselves.

    Envious keep envying.

    Jealous keep being jealous.

    Angry keep raging.

    Wrathful keep fighting.

    Quarrellers keep quarreling.

    Contentious keep provoking.

    Rebellious keep rebelling.

    Disobedient keep disobeying.

    Ungrateful keep complaining.

    Hypocrites keep pretending.

    False teachers keep deceiving.

    False prophets keep prophesying falsely.

    Lovers of money keep chasing riches.

    Lovers of pleasure keep pursuing pleasure.

    Lovers of self keep serving themselves.

    The unforgiving keep refusing to forgive.

    The merciless keep showing no mercy.

    The faithless keep rejecting faith.

    The worldly keep loving the world.

    The wicked keep doing wickedness.

    The unrighteous keep practicing unrighteousness.

    The immoral keep practicing immorality.

    The corrupt keep corrupting.

    The dishonest keep deceiving.

    The idle keep wasting their time.

    The rebellious keep resisting God.

    The stubborn keep hardening their hearts.

    The scoffers keep mocking.

    The proud keep refusing correction.

    The foolish keep despising wisdom.

    The wicked keep plotting evil.

    Those who hate God keep rejecting God.

    Sin becomes a practice when the heart refuses to repent.

    Our Lord keeps crying. His heart keeps bleeding. Judas crucified Him once. We have crucified Him countless times.

    But whoever turns from sin, repents, and comes to Jesus Christ can be forgiven, cleansed, and made new.

    “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9)

    “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2 Corinthians 5:17)

  • GOD FIRST, THEN THE NATION.

    “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.

    And he said, Go, and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not; and see ye indeed, but perceive not” (Isaiah 6;8,9).

    The youth of the present day seem to know everything except God. Many are being influenced and controlled by dark forces. They neither respect their parents nor honour their elders. They want to live on their own terms. They want freedom—freedom to commit sin.

    The youth are greater in number, and therefore, when sin increases among them, the burden of sin upon the nation becomes much heavier. Sexual immorality, adultery, fornication, narcotics, atheism, the New Age movement, and false religions are all on the rise. These things have attracted many young people more strongly than the sacrificial suffering of our Lord Jesus Christ.

    Patriotism and love for the nation, when placed above God, will not lead a person to heaven. God must come first, and then the nation. When an individual turns to God and fears Him, that person becomes a better citizen, and this, in turn, reduces the nation’s burden of sin.

    This world needs true, sincere prayer warriors—faithful intercessors who will stand in prayer for the youth of this generation, seeking the Lord Jesus Christ on their behalf and crying out for their salvation, deliverance, repentance, and restoration.

    “For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” (1 Timothy 2:5)

  • SEEK HIM FIRST

    When you are troubled, you seek guidance from friends, discuss your problems with relatives, and sometimes with neighbours and colleagues, until the situation becomes worse. But the Word of God says, “Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee.” (Psalm 55:22).

    Whenever someone is sick, you rush to the physician; you trust him for deliverance from sickness. Yet the Lord says, “I am the LORD that healeth thee.” (Exodus 15:26)

    You surrender to every whisper that seems to guide you and run from one place to another seeking answers. Meanwhile, your Heavenly Father silently watches you. He is waiting for you to turn to Him, for He is your refuge and your very present help in trouble.

    The Word of God says, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5). “In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Proverbs 3:6).

    Your Heavenly Father is saddened when you seek the world first, leaving the One who truly knows your every need and has the power to lead you through every problem. He Himself says, “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33).

    Consultation, guidance, and wisdom are freely available from Him. The Bible says, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally.” (James 1:5).

    When you need deliverance, He says, “Call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee.” (Psalm 50:15).

    Yet you do not consider Him as your own. You treat Him like a stranger, ignoring Him and seeking everyone and everything else first, until the situation becomes too difficult and the problem grows worse.

    But He has not abandoned you. He is still waiting.

    “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock.” (Revelation 3:20).

    Open the door. Turn to Him first. Seek Him first. Trust Him first. For the One you keep searching for in the world is already standing beside you, waiting for you to call upon His name.

  • GROW CLOSER TO GOD

    As you grow closer to God, you will begin to see His hand working in every area of your life. At one point in your journey, when you look around, you may realise that He has blessed you in ways you never imagined, everything you truly needed, according to His perfect will.

    Our Lord Jesus said, “Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33)

    The closer you draw to your Heavenly Father, the more you experience His love, His peace, His guidance, and His grace. He knows what is best for you, and when He has planned something for your life, He will bring it to pass in His perfect time.

    “Delight thyself also in the LORD; and He shall give thee the desires of thine heart.” (Psalm 37:4)

    If God has planned it for you, no one can take it away from you. His plans are higher than our plans, and His ways are higher than our ways.

    “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” (Jeremiah 29:11)

    So, grow closer to Jesus. Spend time with Him. Seek Him before you seek anything else. Trust His timing, follow His guidance, and surrender your plans to Him.

    “Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you.” (James 4:8)

    And as you walk closely with Him, watch how He transforms your life, not merely by giving you earthly blessings, but by filling your heart with His peace, His wisdom, His presence, and His abundant grace.

    “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think.” (Ephesians 3:20)

    Draw closer to Jesus, and let Him choose what is best for your life. His choice is always better than ours.

  • HEAVEN IS OUR TRUE HOME

    This world is not your home.

    You may not have a shelter of your own, but let not your heart be troubled. Our loving Father has created numerous houses and mansions in heaven. He cares for each and every soul. He has created a place for every individual soul—for all the anointed believers and saved souls. For His ministers and trusted servants, He has created slightly bigger mansions. His prophets and saints of God are so close to Him in the third heaven.

    God instructed Prophet Moses to build the tabernacle according to the pattern shown to him on the mountain, and the earthly structure mirrored the true heavenly dwelling place.

    There are a lot of activities in the other parts of heaven. But in the throne room of this great and magnificent Monarch, Jehovah Yahweh, the Great I Am, it is completely silent. The silence is terrifying. At the gates of this throne room stand the archangels Michael and Gabriel.

    In the throne room, there are several screens, all glittering and shining like diamonds. This entire hall-like structure extends to an infinite height. The Almighty God, the King of kings, the Lord of lords, the Ancient of Days, appears as a consuming fire. He is fire.

    Here, as in the earthly tabernacle built by the prophet Moses, the throne room of the omnipotent and omniscient God is divided into the Holy Place and the Holy of Holies.

    God has already prepared a place for you. Seek Him diligently, and your residence will be very close to Him.

    Do you want to experience spiritual visitation and move in the Spirit?

    Then build a friendship with God, and nothing will be hidden from you.

  • JESUS CHRIST IS YOUR ALL IN ALL!

    “When my father and my mother forsake me, then the Lord will take care of me” (Psalms 27:10).

    No father, no mother, no sister, no brother, no relatives, no friends, no spouse—dead to this world, living in Christ.

    When you don’t have anyone, don’t go after this world or seek happiness from it. This world will only increase the sorrow in your heart, and you may feel even more lonely. You may feel more depressed, and Satan may torment you.

    Turn away from this world and focus on Him. When you don’t have anyone in your life, invite the Lord into your heart and into your home. He will be your ultimate companion. He will be your all in all. In Him, you will truly feel secure, for He is the Great Shepherd.

  • WHERE THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD DWELLS

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is liberty.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is peace.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there are blessings.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is abundance.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is prosperity.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is deliverance.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is healing.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is joy.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is strength.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is victory.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is hope.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is protection.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is restoration.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is wisdom.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is guidance.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is courage.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is righteousness.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is transformation.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is the presence of God.

    Where the Spirit of the Lord dwells, there is life everlasting.

    The Holy Spirit is the ultimate source of every spiritual and emotional blessings.

    Be filled with the Spirit of God, the Holy Spirit.

  • ELOHIM. ELSHADDAI. YAHWEH.

    To create anything, we need something.

    He created everything with nothing. He is the Mighty Elohim.

    His eyes move to and fro and find that you are lonely. He knows what it is to be alone, for He is alone. He feels that there is none to care for you. He is waiting to make your life meaningful and beautiful.

    El Shaddai, who speaks, is Yahweh. He wants to speak to you.

    Lend your ears to that sweet whisper.

  • DUST TO DUST

    Wages of sin is death.

    We should always remember that we are dust.

    One may become wealthy, powerful, educated or famous, but none of these things changes the fundamental truth that our physical life is temporary. Our possessions remain behind. Our achievements remain behind. Our earthly position remains behind.

    We cannot boast before God. Our lives are completely dependent upon Him.

    Lord Jesus Christ came into this world to deal with the problem of sin and death. Through Christ, the story does not end in dust.

    Let’s humble ourselves before God.

    “For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive” ( 1 Corinthians 15:22).