April 12, 2018
1 John 2:18-25 New Living Translation (NLT)
In our passage today, the apostle John reminds us about the spirit of antichrist; the spirit that denies the Father and the Son. The phrase “the last hour” describes the time between the first and second coming of Jesus Christ. At one time or another, I am sure you have heard someone say, “I believe in God, but I do not believe Jesus is his Son.” Well, according to Scripture, “Anyone who denies the Son, does not have the Father, either” (v.23).
The Spirit of Christ has been given to those who believe in the work of the Son; the Spirit causes us to know the difference between the truth of God and the lies of Satan. Therefore, the Spirit is an incredible Gift from the Father and the Son so we can know the truth and live it. We recognize deception because of the Holy Spirit. Jesus will always be God’s divine Son and his sacrifice for the sins of the world is permanent. Jesus is the Truth and the Holy Spirit guides people to Jesus. Anything that is preached or taught that contradicts these truths comes from the spirit of antichrist and are inspired by lies.
If you have never done so, now is the time to believe, connect to Christ, and live in the Truth of God’s love.