We are a very critical time in the history of mankind and the world. All biblical predictions are being fulfilled, especially the ones made by Jesus in Matthew 24. The cup of rebellion, wickedness and evil is nearly full, and God is preparing to bring all things to an end, that He might restore them in Christ Jesus. Jesus Christ is coming soon!!! (Acts 3:26)
Even though the Church of Jesus Christ seems impotent and is plagued with many problems, the Lord is encouraging us to rise up, take courage, be strong and work.
Haggai 2:4-7 NLT
“[4] But now the LORD says: Be strong, Zerubbabel. Be strong, Jeshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people still left in the land. And now get to work, for I am with you, says the LORD of Heaven’s Armies. [5] My Spirit remains among you, just as I promised when you came out of Egypt. So do not be afraid.’ [6] “For this is what the LORD of Heaven’s Armies says: In just a little while I will again shake the heavens and the earth, the oceans and the dry land. [7] I will shake all the nations, and the treasures of all the nations will be brought to this Temple. I will fill this place with glory, says the LORD of Heaven’s Armies.”
There has never been a time in history when the demand on the Church to rise up and work has been so urgent and critical. We have entered into harvest-time and everything that can be shaken is being shaken, and will be shaken.
God is shaking all things – ideologies and philosophies are failing, economies are failing as companies go bankrupt, etc. Families are breaking apart and society is disintegrating. Governments are perplexed and don’t know what to do. Just one disease brought the whole world to a standstill, and we are still reeling from its effects. Everything that can be shaken is being shaken and many are losing hope.
Joel 3:14 NKJV
“Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision! For the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision.”
There are multitudes that are lost and need to hear the Gospel; indeed, the harvest is plentiful. God is seeking to encourage and empower the Body of Christ to be strong and work to bring in the harvest. In the midst of all the shaking the Lord is saying.
‘Be strong and work; for I am with you… My Spirit remains among you; do not fear!’
The Lord is asking the entire Body of Christ, both leaders and laity, to be strong in Him. This is not the time for us to quaver and be fearful. This is not the time to be overwhelmed and draw back. This is the time for you and me to BE STRONG IN THE LORD AND IN THE POWER OF HIS MIGHT!
1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT
“So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.”
Ephesians 6:10 NKJV
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.” AMEN!
For Further Reading: Ephesians 6:10-18; Joshua 1:6-9; Hebrews 12:26-29
Fulfilling Our Theme For 2024: “Building The Highway And Lifting The Banner”
“And in that day, there shall be a Root of Jesse, who shall stand as a banner to the people; for the Gentiles shall seek Him…. (therefore) Go through, go through the gates! Prepare the way for the people; build up, build up the highway! Take out the stones, lift up a banner for the peoples!” [Isaiah 11:10, Isaiah 62:10]
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