Rhapsody Of Realities for Today 28 July 2024 Devotional By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (Christ Embassy) is We’re the Restraining Force
TOPIC: We’re the Restraining Force (Rhapsody of Realities 28th July 2024 Devotional)
Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition
(2 Thessalonians 2:3)
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In 2 Thessalonians 2, the Apostle Paul issued a solemn warning against deception, emphasising the necessity for discernment. He asserted that before the Day of the Lord, there’d first be a falling away and the revelation of the man of sin, the son of perdition—a reference to the Antichrist.
This Antichrist is described as one who opposes and exalts himself above all that is worshipped, even declaring himself to be God. Paul reminded the Thessalonians of his previous teachings on this matter, urging them to recall what was holding back the revelation of the Antichrist until the proper time.
This withholding serves a purpose—to ensure that the Antichrist is revealed only at the proper time as predetermined by God. Who or what is restraining the Antichrist from full manifestation? It’s the Church! The Bible says, “And now ye know what withholdeth that he might be revealed in his time. For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way. And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming” (2 Thessalonians 2:6-8).
Our presence on earth serves as a barrier against the full unleashing of Satan’s malevolent intentions. Through our collective resistance and spiritual authority as Christians, we exert a preserving influence on the world, thwarting Satan’s schemes and safeguarding humanity from utter chaos and devastation.
Therefore, it is incumbent upon the Church to understand what our crucial role is in this divine timeline. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we hold back the forces of darkness until the appointed time decreed by God. Also, we use the mighty Name of Jesus Christ, for all of God’s authority is vested in His Name, and that Name has been given to us to live by.
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Rhapsody Of Realities 28 July 2024: PRAYER / CONFESSION
Dear father, thank you for your grace at work in me to fulfil my role in your divine plan to restrain the power of evil until the appointed time.
By the power of the Holy Spirit and in the Name of Jesus, I dispel the works of darkness and thwart the plans of the enemy, for the preservation of lives and for many to be transformed by the Gospel, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
2 Thessalonians 2:6-8 NIV;
He will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God or is worshiped, so that he sets himself up in God’s temple, proclaiming himself to be God.
[6] And now you know what is holding him back, so that he may be revealed at the proper time.
[7] For the secret power of lawlessness is already at work; but the one who now holds it back will continue to do so till he is taken out of the way.
[8] And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will overthrow with the breath of his mouth and destroy by the splendor of his coming.
2 Thessalonians 2:3 NIV;
Don’t let anyone deceive you in any way, for that day will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the man doomed to destruction.
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Romans 1:1-17; Psalms 32-34
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Ephesians 2:11-22; Isaiah 45
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Heavenly Father,
I come to You in humility and repentance, acknowledging my sins and my need for Your grace. Lord Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God, who died for my sins and rose again to give me eternal life. I confess You as my Savior and Lord.
Forgive me, cleanse me with Your precious blood, and fill me with Your Holy Spirit. I turn away from my sinful ways and open my heart to You. Take control of my life and guide me in Your truth.
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About the Rhapsody of Realities Devotional
Rhapsody of Realities 2024 Devotional was authored by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.), the distinguished President of Loveworld Inc., also known as Christ Embassy International.
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is a globally recognized spiritual leader whose ministry has profoundly impacted millions of lives through his insightful teachings and unwavering commitment to the gospel.
The Rhapsody of Realities devotional offers daily spiritual nourishment and inspiration, guiding believers in their walk with Christ and deepening their understanding of God’s Word.
Loveworld Inc., under Pastor Chris’s visionary leadership, continues to spread the message of hope and salvation to every corner of the world.
Pastor Chris has declared July 2024 as the month of JOY! As is customary, he reiterated that God's saints should organise themselves in their various Churches and groups to make merry, eating and drinking in the presence of the Lord, all-month-long. "It's the joy of the Lord and expression of that joy is a sacrifice to the Lord,'' the Man of God posed, explaining the significance of the feasts. So enjoy this Month of Joy!
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