LAST DAYS SURVIVAL GUIDE – Part 1

“You emphatically and categorically need to know with unquestionable certainty that in the very end of days — when time has sailed to its last port and no more time remains for the journey — that last season will stand in the midst of uncontrollable, unpredictable, hurtful, treacherous, and menacing times that will be emotionally difficult for people.”

— 2 Timothy 3:1 (RIV )

“1. Brothers, listen carefully, for I am asking you in the strongest of terms to hear what I am about to say and to do exactly what I’m asking you to do. The appearance of the Lord Jesus Christ is very near. The moment we have all longed and waited for is almost upon us! I’m talking about that moment when Jesus will finally gather us together for Himself.

2. Some things will be happening right before His coming that could shake you up quite a bit. I’m referring to events that will be so dramatic that they could really leave your head spinning — occurrences of such a serious nature that many people will feel alarmed, panicked, intimidated, and even unnerved! Naturally speaking, these events could nearly put you over the brink emotionally and make you feel apprehensive and insecure about life. I wish I could tell you these incidents were going to be just a one-shot deal, but when they finally get rolling, they’re going to keep coming and coming, one after another.

That’s why you have to determine not to be shaken or moved by anything you see or hear. You need to get a grip on your mind and refuse to allow yourselves to be traumatized by these events. If you let these things get to you, it won’t be too long until you’re a nervous wreck!

You have to decide beforehand that you are not going to give in and allow fright to penetrate your mind and emotions until it runs your whole life.

I also want to tell you not to be too surprised if people start making weird spiritual proclamations and off-the-wall utterances during the time just before the Lord comes. All kinds of strange things are going to happen during those days! It’s going to get so bizarre that you might even receive a letter from some person who claims that the day of the Lord has already come! Who knows — he might even attach my name to it, alleging to have my endorsement, or he might even send it as if it were written and sent from us!

3. In light of these things, I urge you to refuse to allow anyone to take advantage of you.”

— 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3 (RIV)

LAST DAYS – RAPTURE IMMINENET: 2 Thess. 4:17 (harpozo) “CAUGHT UP”:

To snatch away just in the nick of time; to rescue at the most dangerous moment; transport (RIV)

HOW TO NOT ONLY SURVIVE IN THE LAST DAYS – BUT HAVE VICTORY, PEACE, AND JOY

EVERY DAY:

1. Intense prayer – ESPECIALLY in your prayer language

2. Live in the Word

2 Tim. 3:16-17 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, (17) that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

3. Quickly confess sin and receive the cleansing of Jesus’ Blood every day.

4. Put on the Whole Armor of God

5. Make a covenant with your eyes and ears

6. Maintain a strong relationship with those to whom you are spiritually Accountable

7. Stay in Church faithfully