September 24, 2015 WWJWMTD by Steve the son of John

“Even so, come, Lord Jesus”

#6 Where Are We Going Wrong?

Series on the End Times, The Revelation & Christ’s Return

If you study Scripture and Church History it is not hard to understand the actions behind Christ’s Second Coming. There are problems and varied interpretations of what, when & why with regards to God’s actions and motives about Christ’s return.

Here are some reasons for the confusion:

1. We want to be chosen, that is to say, we want to trust we are doing and believing in the ‘right things’ God expects of us. We want the easy way out sometimes and God’s favor without commitment. Therefore we interpret what is written in the Bible to fit our desires.

2. We emphasize one set of scriptures over another: our focus in on Old Testament and Israel’s progress; or if we are pre, mid, or post rapture; or the classic—‘this is what I believe;’ instead of not answering the question, ‘what is the Revelation of Jesus Christ?’ (Figure out who Jesus is and you will get all the other things right.)

3. Too often we place all our ‘eggs in the same basket’. We hang all our hopes on one fact, one truth, or one scripture. We ignore what other Scriptures say in order to keep what we believe—ignorance abounds within the Church.

4. We allow apostles, prophets, teachers to teach doctrines that God has always said ‘no too’. They tell a few truths in order to tell lies. The Bible warns of such teaching and just because you like someone or are a friend to a person, should not mean that you do not challenge what he or she says. This warning is given to us over and over again by Jesus in the Gospels and repeated in Revelation, as well as, spoken of by Paul.

5. If we do not use the ‘check and balance’ that Paul has given to us in the Epistles, then there is no way we can judge if what those in authority say is true. Furthermore, if we do not keep God’s commandments (Jesus said, “If you love me you will keep my commandments”) God cannot work with you. (You will know yourself and others by the fruit—their actions & motives.)

6. Be prepared to adjust what you have always believed to be a biblical fact regarding Christ’s return. There is so much symbolism and types within Revelation, no two people believe exactly the same. Therefore, as the Holy Spirit teaches you and you see the events unfold mentioned in the Bible regarding the Second Coming, be prepared to adjust what to expect and respond to as God gets closer in His return. Do Not Be Set In Your Ways.

7. Remember, ‘we know in part and we see in part’, not everything will be clear to us until Christ’s return. God has said enough and some things John saw, as stated in Revelation, he was not permitted to write down and share with us. You and I will not know everything, that is why being perfect according to the commands in Revelation should be our guide even if we do not know the exact timeframe or the day of Christ’s return.

Loving Christ and doing what He says should be enough! He promises to keep you during the last days. Obedience, watching, praying, and being steadfast will keep us on track for His Coming.

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Dr. Steven J. Wentland www.wwjwmtd.com

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