The church must be schooled and grown and matured
Scripture: Revelation 17:14-17
Revelation 17:14-17 says, “’ These will make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb will overcome them, for He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and those who are with Him are called, chosen, and faithful.” Then he said to me, ‘The waters which you saw, where the harlot sits, are peoples, multitudes, nations, and tongues. And the ten horns which you saw on the beast, these will hate the harlot, make her desolate and naked, eat her flesh and burn her with fire. For God has put it into their hearts to fulfill His purpose, to be of one mind, and to give their kingdom to the beast, until the words of God are fulfilled.’” The Bible states in the last days that there will arise an antichrist adversary that rises to test the whole church. God created this adversary. People are forced to choose. The valley of decision is emerging where people must choose either light or darkness. Are we going to go with God, or are we going to go against Him? That choice must be made. The church must be schooled and grown and matured so we can stand strong through adversity in the last days. That is the assignment of the leaders of the church. What happens when ministers get focused on trying to build a large congregation or a ‘successful’ ministry rather than obeying the Lord and preparing the saints to flow in their purpose and destiny? When leaders are absorbed in building a personal kingdom often preparing the people to overcome is thwarted. Unfortunately, we have that happening in many churches today, both in our nation and in others. Many are not teaching the saints to stand against the enemy or even how to recognize evil. We have a whole generation in the church perfectly comfortable with evil. We can’t make peace with evil and call ourselves Bible-believing Christians! The condition of the church is a most critical issue for the Lord at this stage. God desires leaders to walk with humility as lovers of truth and relentless in obeying and teaching the Word. He desires leaders who refuse to compromise!
Special Prayer-In all the special prayers this month. Please pray the word of God.
The Curse: Alcoholism
The Blessing: Ps 34:8; John 7:37; 4:13-14.