END TIME DISCERNMENT AT THE END OF THE AGE

"Providing clear evidence as to the Biblical time frame we are living in, enabling believing Christians to be discerning and have a sense of urgency to share the gospel of Christ

32 Of the sons of Issachar, men who understood the times, with knowledge of what Israel should do, their chiefs were two hundred; and all their kinsmen were at their command. (1 Ch 12:32)

1 Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came, and testing Him asked that He would show them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered and said to them, “When it is evening you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red’; 3 and in the morning, ‘It will be foul weather today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ Hypocrites! You know how to discern the face of the sky, but you cannot discern the signs of the times. (Mt 16:1–3)

15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. (i.e. what God wants to accomplish through us) (Eph 5:15-17)

Whom will you follow the, "Sons of Issachar or the Pharisees and Sadducees ?"

As we approach the end of the age, biblical discernment will be of paramount importance. The institutional church will become more anti-biblical, and society will demonstrate more of an antichrist spirit. Their activities will culminate in "The Great Tribulation" (tēs megalēs thlipseōs) period. Those who hold a biblical worldview will be increasingly seen as undesirable and persecuted in various ways, i.e., socially, employment, legal, physical, institutional (academia, media, business), etc. (John 15:18-21)

SATAN THE GOD OF "THIS AGE"

The phrase 'god of this age' (2 Co 4:4) (Greek - ho theos tou aiōnos toutou), is a phrase nowhere else found in the New Testament. It implies rulership.

Jesus mentions the same idea of Satan's rulership in John 12:31; John 14:30, and Paul in Eph. 2:2; 6:12, and John in 1 John 5:19.

Satan claimed rulership over the world systems and governments during his attempted temptations of Jesus, which Jesus did not dispute. (Matt 4:8-9)

As the god of this age, Satan controls a powerful dominion over this present, fallen, dark world of sin and death (Eph 6:12; Col 1:13; 1 John 5:19). It is in this Christless world system that the unsaved walk in (Eph 2:1-2).

These verses also indicate that Satan is the major influencer on the ideals, opinions, goals, hopes, and views of people who follow the world's system. His influence spans philosophies, religion, ideologies, education, entertainment, politics (national and international), social media, business, and commerce of the world. These serve as mechanisms to distribute his antichrist / antibiblical message, which blinds the minds of those who reject Christ.

From a biblical standpoint, the onset of this evil age is traced back to Adam’s and Eve’s fall (Gen 3:1-7). It was through the act of rebellion initiated by Satan that humanity first turned away from God. Passages like 1 John 3:8 and John 8:44 depict Satan as the instigator of this defiance, setting in motion a cosmic and supernatural uprising against the one true and living God. As a result, humanity became entangled in this spiritual conflict that Satan began.

This understanding frames the biblical worldview regarding the pervasive nature of evil and the spiritual struggle present in the world today.

Satan’s Strongest Powers: Deceit and Spiritual Blindness

Satan, as the god of this age, wields his greatest powers through deception, as described in Rev 12:9.

His primary strategy involves blinding the minds of people to spiritual truth, which is affirmed in passages such as John 3:19–20, 2 Cor 4:4, Eph 4:17–19, and 2 Thess 2:9–10. His ability causes spiritual blindness and prevents individuals from recognizing and embracing the truth of God’s Word. (Mark 4:15) Jesus emphasized the character of Satan by stating, “He has always hated the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, it is consistent with his character; for he is a liar and the father of lies” (John 8:44). This description underscores Satan’s continuous and unchanging opposition to truth, which is at the core of his influence over humanity. The Light of God in Believers Despite Satan’s efforts to deceive, God has made His light shine in the hearts of believers, dispelling spiritual blindness and allowing them to recognize His truth (2 Corinthians 4:6). This divine illumination is what separates believers from those still under Satan’s deceptive power. The Christian’s Defense: God’s Word and Armor It is out of Satan’s kingdom that those who hold a biblical worldview will be increasingly seen as undesirable and persecuted in various ways, i.e., socially, employment, legal, physical, institutional (political, academia, media, business), etc. (John 15:18-21 ) This is especially true for Christ followers who actively shine the light of God in Satan’s dark kingdom. (Eph 2:8; Eph 6:12)

In response to Satan’s ongoing deception, Christians are called to remain firmly rooted in the Word of God. Foundational scriptures such as John 17:17, Psalm 119:11, 2 Tim 3:15, and 1 Pet 1:23 highlight the importance of God’s truth in the life of a believer. Additionally, Eph 6:11 instructs Christians to put on the full armor of God, enabling them to stand strong against Satan’s deceptive strategies and maintain their spiritual footing.

Whom will you obey? The world system whose ruler is Satan or the word of God - Yeshua?

THE BIBLICAL VIEW OF HUMANITIES CONDITION

Humanity, by nature, is prone and attracted to sin. Therefore, making it susceptible to Satanic influence. It does not mean a person will sin all the time. What it does mean, humanity has an inclination toward sin, both in thought (Gen 8:21; Matt 9:4; Matt 15:19) and practice. The corruption of sin extends to all humanity and all parts of humanity's being. Therefore there is nothing within the natural man (one not born again) that can give them merit in God’s sight.

Humanity is affected in the following areas:
intellect (2 Co 4:4; Ro 1:28), conscience (1 Tim 4:2), will (Rom 1:28), heart (Eph. 4:18), behavior (Matt 15:18-19; Gal 5:19-21) his total being (Ro 1:18–3:20) reflects a corrupt nature.

Therefore there is nothing within the natural man (one not born again) that can give them merit in God’s sight.

Humanity corrupt nature is a universal condition(Rom 5:12). It manifests itself by disobedience to the revealed will of God, as found in the Bible. The Bible describes this disobedience as lawlessness (1 John 3:4) because it doesn’t conform to the glory of God (1 Cor. 10:31).

Information that will enable you to be 'Discerning /Sober and Alert' as to the times we are living in (1 Pet 5:8)

The following links will provide clear evidence as to the Biblical time frame we are living in, enabling believing Christians to be discerning and have a sense of urgency to share the gospel of Christ. This information will serve as an aid for assessing the world in its relation to Biblical truth.

Anti Semitism Christian Persecution

Ecumenical Interfaith Movement

DISCERNING WHO IS THE SON OF MAN ACCORDING TO THESE RELIGIONS?” (Mark 8:27)

New Age Jesus

Discerning The State of The Institutional Church

Biblical Knowledge According to the Ponce Foundation" article title ,"Christians Don’t Read Their Bible". The following was stated:"... over 82% of Christian Americans only read their Bibles on Sundays while in church."
A little over 20 years ago, Gallup released the results of a major study indicating that 86% of Americans claimed to be Christian, although only 70% of these admitted to being “born again” according to biblical measure...

The study also shows that, in evangelical churches throughout the United-States, statistics show 36% of those who attend church weekly indicate that believing in Jesus Christ is the only true way to Heaven. A shocking 57% of American Christians believe other religions can lead to eternal life.

Another unfortunate statistic, "One of the main reasons why American Christians don’t read their bibles is, only 22% of them believe the Bible is fully inspired by God Himself, and written by men who were divinely appointed by the Lord almighty. Over 1 in 4 American Christians believe the bible to be a book written by mere men, not at all the word of God."

UPDATE
Just 2% of millennials hold a biblical worldview, lowest among all adults: "Although 61% of American millennials consider themselves to be Christian, just 2% of them were found to hold a biblical worldview, according to a recent study released by the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University."...read more

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