II Thessalonians 2:9-12
II Thessalonians 2:9-12
We now conclude this section. Paul has made clear to the Thessalonians that the day of the LORD will not come until first the great falling away takes place. Secondly, not until the church is raptured prior to the man of sin being revealed.
We must understand that as the return of Christ hastens, we will be entering into some incredibly difficult and dangerous times. The deception we see today will increase rapidly. The hatred for Christ and His church will increase almost unchecked. Yes, the church will be raptured off this earth, but not before we see some perilous times.
How do we prepare for this time we are entering into? We must determine now that we will be faithful unto death. We must also determine that we will live in obedience to Jesus and His word regardless of cost or consequence. Now, like never before, we need to know God's word and live in obedience to His word.
Maranatha!