MILESTONE OF CHRISTIAN JOURNEY

1. Salvation: “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God…For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”(Romans 3:23; 6:23). God of love and mercy knew that we would not be able to find a way of salvation out through our own efforts. As a result, He provided the solution. His love for fallen man made Him draw the plan of salvation. He allowed His Son, Jesus Christ, to suffer and die for us, so that through His suffering and sacrifice we can pass from death to life. “And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). Therefore, we must Admit that you are a sinner, be willing to repent, believe that Jesus died for your sins, and go to God in prayer, repent and invite Jesus into your life. “But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name” (John 1:12). 2. Supplication: “Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41). Prayers remain the only key that opens heaven’s doors for abundance of God’s grace and prosperity in our Christian journey on earth (1Thessalonians 5:17; Ephesians 6:18). 3. Separation: “And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty” (2Corinthians 6:16-18). Just like oil and water cannot mix, so there is separation between believers and unbelievers. The unjust will hate the just; the unrighteous will hate the righteous (James 4:4). 4. Surrender (Submission): “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). Every believer in Christ need to separate from the worldly system and practices that brings people into captivity. 5. Sanctification: After we are born again, there is still another experience that Christ gave on the Cross, sanctification, and He prayed for that, “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth” (John 17:17). The world cannot have sanctification, but they are to have salvation this second work of grace (1 Thessalonians. 4:3, 7-8; Hebrews 12:14). This sanctification is possible because faithful is He who has called you, He will do it in Jesus Name. 6. Spiritual baptism: “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth” (Acts 1:8). The power of Holy Ghost upon you will teach you all things, and will bring to your remembrance the teachings and words of Christ, this is why it is important that you are baptized in the Holy Ghost. Also, this is the power for service in the kingdom of God. 7. Soul-wining: “And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15). We are on earth not just for the temporary gain of life, nor for bread and butter, but many have forgotten that, and do not prepare their soul, nor the soul souls of others for heaven, so they lose it. 8. Stewardship and service: “Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful” (1 Corinthians 4:2). God required faithfulness of true followers of Christ in service. Not only that, they are expected to be models of righteousness to other members of the church. Believers are to exhibit the true virtues of Christianity in their workplace. This is what differentiates us from others in the world.

END TIME WARNING!

“And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many. And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved” (Matthew 24:11-13).

Our Lord Jesus Christ foretold the major trends that would precede His return to earth and therefore, counseled all believers to endure to the very end irrespective of life challenges, trials, and persecutions they faced daily. He mentioned was religious imposters who would come in His name to deceive many. The world systems and traditions through Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp, etc.) are taking over the hearts of many Christians today. But the truly wise child will take to the counsel of the Father through the Scriptures and turn away from their negative influences that engross his heart.

Therefore, stand on the word of God always, be ready to throw away anything that will not allow you to enter heaven when the end comes, and fight the good fight of faith so that you can make it to the end. The day of the Lord is coming nearer than you can ever think of, the love of many friends of Jesus is waxing cold daily, but God does not want it to be so for you. Dear friends, do you take Christ’s warning seriously? Then pray this prayer: Father Lord, grant me abundant grace to love and follow you to the end. Amen!