Apostasy??

Apostasy means falling away from what one has believed and is the deliberate and permanent rejection of Christianity after a previous profession of faith in it. We will cover a few scripture that discuss this topic, and also issues that are currently going on in the world around us.

1 Timothy 4

Verse 1. Defines the apostasy and entails the causes for the apostasy. Many will Depart from the faith, no longer believing in Christ, because they have believed in another gospel or doctrine. It is mentioned in scripture that warned of Beings, being Spiritual or Natural may preach other gospels different from the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this verse it mentions that these individuals will give heed to deceiving spirits. Spirits who manipulate and charm their way into altering the belief of individuals. Altering the format and content of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and formatting it into different forms. Such as “Prosperity Gospel”, “Gospel of Inclusion”, and many others.

These doctrines are described as being doctrines of devils, “Catholicism”, “Islam”, “Jehovah’s Witness”, “Denominations in Christianity”, etc. These are all works of the Evil One, who came to alter and twist the Word of God in order to receive worship from the people and to try to counterattack Gods plan for our lives.

Verse 2. Mentions of teachers who are speaking lies, and know what they are doing is wrong, but are continuing to do them for the Benefit they are receiving (Money, Fame a.k.a Worship). When we are listening to or engaging in activities with teachers of the Gospel we must study the subject matter being taught, whether we know them or not. We must be alert at all times.

Verse 3-5. This verse clearly highlights 2 of the largest religious bodies in the World today. They are Catholicism which forbids priests and nuns to marry which is totally contrary to the Word of God, and Islam which commands its believers to abstain from various meats. It was very beneficial for these verses to be placed in the Bible, for God always warns his people of what is to come.To learn about the past and future, go to the Word of God, and allow God to reveal it to you. Don't depend on man , but Christ!

2 Timothy 3

Verse 1. Warns of Perilous (Difficult or Harsh) times will come. It appears to be a quite difficult time period now. The Earth as a whole appears to be in total discourse. Today we see constant wars (Libya, Middle East, etc), Weather (Mississippi River, Katrina, North Carolina, Japan, etc), Financial crisis (Unemployment, etc), and the list goes on.

Verse 2. Mentions a few traits that can be clearly seen today. Money lovers a.k.a the American dream which doesn’t exist. The music, and every entertainment sources main focus in money. Disobedient to parents, unholy. The world continues to degrade and the philosophers say we are progressing lol. Everything about this world is unholy, even the churches!! Allowing homosexuality, stealing the peoples income, accepting sin. Turning from worshipping God , to worshipping man.

Verse 3. Without natural affection, irreconcilable, slanderers, without self control, brutal, despisers of those that are good. Ability to molest and torture children is continually seen over and over again in our society today in the Catholic Church and outside of it. Teachers engaging in sexual activities with their students. But no one speaks up, we are caught up Watching instead of being Active Leaders in Christ!!

Verse 4. Traitors, reckless, haughty, lovers of pleasures rather than lovers of God.

Verse 5. This scripture details those who appear to be religious without a true relationship with Christ. They are mockers, and only use the Gospel as a tool for self-gratification.

Verse 6-7. This really explains our current state. We have access to a wealth of information and knowledge, and still can’t conclude that Jesus Christ is the ONLY WAY!!

They are slowly taking away our freedom to speak up and proclaim the truth. Many, who have stood up, have been forced to apologize, thus have been weakened and exposed themselves. Or have twisted the Gospel to please their audience.

HOW DO I STAY OR BECOME SECURE?

2 Timothy 3:15-17,” And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly equipped unto all good works.”

We must stay in the Word of God and meditate upon it daily. It is surely our daily bread, substance that we can’t go without especially in this evil day. We must turn away from the Worlds way of conducting church, and turn to the Lord Jesus Christ. As saints, we are to be sanctified and set apart for his Glory, fleeing from ALL UNRIGHTEOUSNESS!!! Showing love to all mankind that they too may come to the realization that Christ is the Savior of all men.

Continuing to fast and pray, and overcome our errors/ sins in our lives. We must allow the Holy Spirit to help cleanse us and this will allow the Lord to use us for his Glory. It’s important to receive the Spirit of the Lord and not the Spirit of the World which is against Christ. Embed yourself in the word of God, and pray without ceasing, and allow the Word to re-generate you and make you new. We all must believe in Jesus Christ, and with that belief comes action. Living a life acceptable to God, instruction provided through his holy word.

God Bless!!