Guarding Against Apostasy: Preparing for the Rapture

Sermon Summary:
This sermon addresses the urgent need for Christians to guard against apostasy and prepare for the imminent rapture. The pastor emphasizes that we are living in the end times and warns against the gradual departure from biblical standards occurring in many churches. He stresses the importance of adhering to God’s Word, maintaining godly relationships, and relying on the Holy Spirit to stay spiritually vigilant and ready for Christ’s return.

Key Points:

1. We are living in the end times, with the rapture being the next major event on God’s calendar.

2. There is a growing apostasy (falling away from godly values and principles) in the church.

3. Christians need to be vigilant in maintaining biblical standards and not compromising their faith.

4. The Holy Spirit is crucial in guiding believers into truth and helping them discern error.

5. Watching, praying, and staying prepared for Christ’s return is essential.

Scripture References:

• 1 Timothy 3:15

• 1 Timothy 4:1-2

• 2 Timothy 3:5

• Hebrews 2:1-3

• Mark 4:24-25

• 1 John 2:15-17

• Jude 1:17-21

Discussion Questions:

1. The pastor mentions that “everything is aligned” for end-time events. What

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   do you see in the world today that suggest we’re in the last days?

1. How would you define the difference between being a “

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   ” and a true Christian? Why is this distinction important?

1. The sermon emphasizes the importance of

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   and living by God’s Word. How can we practically incorporate more Bible study into our daily lives?

1. Discuss the concept of “evil companionship”

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   good morals (1 Corinthians 15:33). How can we balance being “in the world but not of it”?

1. The pastor warns about the “deceitfulness of

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   ” and the prosperity message. How can we maintain a biblical perspective on wealth and success?

1. What role does the

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   play in helping us discern truth from error? Share experiences where you felt the Holy Spirit’s guidance.

1. How can we “

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   and pray” effectively in preparation for Christ’s return?

Practical Applications:

1. Commit to a daily Bible reading plan for the next month.

2. Evaluate your close relationships and consider if any are pulling you away from your faith.

3. Practice listening for the Holy Spirit’s guidance this week and journal your experiences.

4. Identify one area in your life where you may be compromising biblical standards and make a plan to address it.

5. Set a daily reminder to pray for spiritual preparedness and alertness regarding Christ’s return.

Closing Prayer:

Thank God for His Word and the Holy Spirit’s guidance. Ask for wisdom and strength to live according to biblical standards and to be ready for Christ’s return.