In a recent video, pastor and author Dr. Mark Hitchcock spoke about current events in the Middle East and how they connect to biblical prophecies concerning the end times. According to Hitchcock, the escalating conflict between Israel and Gaza and the worldwide call for peace could be a prelude to a pivotal peace treaty, which he believes will be brokered by the Antichrist, marking the start of The Great Tribulation period described in the Bible.

“The talk about peace in the Middle East right now is pervasive,” Hitchcock says. “It’s dominating global news. The yearning for peace just keeps building.” He noted that the current international pressure on Israel for a ceasefire is unlike anything seen before. Headlines from news outlets such as Foreign Affairs and The Guardian are highlighting the urgency of peace talks and the potential for wider conflict. Hitchcock argues that this urgency reflects a “striking foreshadow” of events prophesied in the Bible.

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Hitchcock cited Daniel 9:27, which describes a future covenant between Israel and “many” that will be established by a coming world leader. “The final time of seven years that will begin after the Rapture of the church will begin with a peace treaty between Israel and its neighbors,” he explained. “This treaty is going to be forged and brokered by the coming final Antichrist, and the world’s stage has never been more ready for his appearance.”

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According to Hitchcock, the current efforts by global powers, including the United States, to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Gaza could be a precursor to this prophesied covenant. He referenced recent U.S. negotiations, noting, “The U.S. has been engaging with Egypt and Qatar to outline a final take-it-or-leave-it deal.” This type of forced agreement, Hitchcock suggested, mirrors the kind of compelled covenant mentioned in the biblical text. He explains that the Hebrew term used for “confirm” or “make” a covenant in Daniel 9:27 can imply enforcement or imposition.

Hitchcock believes the Bible’s prediction of a temporary peace, enforced by the Antichrist, aligns with the current geopolitical climate. He argued that this treaty will lead to the rebuilding of the third temple in Israel, a key event in end times biblical prophecy, and will ultimately be broken by the Antichrist midway through the seven-year period. “He will double-cross Israel, and all hell will literally break loose in the land of Israel in the end times,” Hitchcock said.

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Hitchcock emphasized that the seven-year Tribulation does not begin with the Rapture, a common misconception. “The seven-year tribulation begins with some kind of a treaty or a truce… that brings peace to Israel,” he clarifies. He suggested that this period could begin at any time, potentially soon after the Rapture.

“The world is ripe and ready for the rise of the Antichrist,” Hitchcock continues, adding that the next significant event on the prophetic timeline is the Rapture, which could happen at any moment. He encouraged listeners to be prepared, saying, “May our Lord Jesus come quickly, and may He find us ready when He comes.”

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Former President and current Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump will be joining a prayer call hosted by The National Faith Advisory Board.

The prayer call is tonight, Monday, Sept. 9, at 8:00 p.m. EDT. If you would like to join this call for prayer over the nation, you can RSVP your spot here.

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There will be leading Christian voices from across the country joining the call as well, including Paula White, Jentezen Franklin, Lorenzo Sewell, Samuel Rodriguez and IFA President Dave Kubal.

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According to the National Faith Advisory Board, “Now more than ever we need to unite as people of faith across the nation in prayer. We will come together to pray for the debate, our country and for the issues that are near and dear to our hearts.”

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This event offers open enrollment, but attendees must register ahead of time.

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For too long, too many in the American Christian church have remained silent as culture and society drifted away from God.

Content to preach uplifting sermons that ensure their congregants do not feel uncomfortable or convicted, depending on how you look at it, churches have focused on a “seeker-friendly” model to keep seats full and ensure tithes keep pouring in.

So what happens when God’s period of permissive patience runs out and those who were meant to fulfill the Great Commission and spread His Word refuse to do so in an increasingly dark and sinful world?

He raises up new voices who will not leave out or alter what the Bible says and preach it with a courage and fervor that has been sorely missing for years. And many of these voices may come from rather unexpected places.

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Enter perhaps the most shocking, yet refreshingly deep and authentic voice pushing a relationship with Jesus Christ as the answer to all of life’s problems: Russell Brand.

The irreverent comedian, former drug addict, New Age practicing, sexually deviant Englishman made a life-altering decision to be baptized in the River Thames on Apr. 28, 2024. Since then, he has consistently posted updates on his growing faith in Jesus Christ, while searching in the Bible the deeply philosophical reasons behind justification by grace through faith.

He is also speaking out at great length against the evil in the world he once took part of, and is countering this by sharing the light of Jesus to massive audiences around the world.

Recently, Brand was the special guest for Tucker Carlson’s live tour in Phoenix, Arizona, where they discussed the myriad events affecting society today, and the manipulative practices being forced onto the citizenry of the United States by those in power to achieve desired outcomes. Mainly, control.

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Yet it is Brand’s still relatively new understanding of what the Bible explains as the spiritual forces behind the “satanic force” of totalitarian practices being conducted in the world today that he is speaking about.

Brand is shining a very bright light on the very thing the apostle Paul warns Christians about in Ephesians 6:12:

For our fight is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, and against spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.

Sharing with Carlson that it is only through “the grace of our Lord God and my personal Savior Jesus Christ” that he has been able to overcome the challenges of life, such as the emergency heart surgery his at the time 12-week-old son needed, the imperfect Brand never ceases in pointing the millions who hear his voice back to Jesus.

What Brand is doing, and is drawing a major target on his back, is fulfilling what Jesus says in Matthew 10:32:

Therefore whoever confesses Me before men, him I will also confess before My Father who is in heaven.

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This is exactly what Brand does throughout the event with Tucker, but most prominently at the end, when he gets down on his knees in prayer at Carlson’s request before the millions who have already viewed the video.

…I pray in Your name [Jesus Christ] that the forthcoming election be an opportunity for unity for America and for Americans. For forgiveness and for grace. That the dark and demonic forces that appear to operate at the level of the state, the Deep State, and the corporate and global world experience Your light, Lord. That we are guided. That You guide all of our tongues and all of our words and all of our hearts. That we feel Your forgiveness and that we feel Your grace.

Thank You Lord for the many gifts that You have bestowed upon us. Thank You for the glory of consciousness itself in which we can experience You and live You. Thank You for the beauty of nature in which we see Your wisdom and Your creativity and Your infinite glory. Thank You Lord for the many leaders and thank You Lord that You were born and died that we may be forgiven and that we may have eternal life not through merit or anything that we have individually achieved for surely all of us are fallen, but in Your holy name we are forgiven. By Your act of redemption, by Your sacrifice, in Your name we pray. Amen.

There will always be a remnant who profess the Lordship of Jesus Christ, and its members often come from unexpected places. Was Gideon not the least of his tribe? Was Rahab not a harlot? Were Peter, James and John not mere fishermen? Was Paul not a murderer?

The enemy will never truly snuff out the Word of God, no matter how hard he tries. But he is able to silence many who are called to preach the Gospel using fear and worldly comfort. In those moments, God will raise up voices who are not afraid to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, regardless of how they are viewed by organized religion.

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Students at Texas A&M Corpus Christi are rejoicing at the joy and salvation being found on campus.

A student event hosted by New Life Church and the New Life Young Adults ministry saw “nearly 1,500 students” attend and 62 baptisms take place, according to New Life pastors Mike and Bonnie Fehlauer’s Facebook post.

Sharing details about the event and how God was moving among the college students to The Christian Post, New Life Young Adults Pastor Tarik Whitmore detailed how his message to those gathered was focused on Isaiah 6, which details the “conviction, cleansing, and commissioning that follows a genuine encounter with God.”

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“This was followed by testimonies from students and former students—sharing how God saved them, set them free, healed them physically, and is now using them to change the lives of others,” Whitmore shared to TCP.

“As the altar was opened, there was an invitation given to profess faith in Jesus through water baptism, receive prayer for healing and receive prayer for the baptism of the Holy Spirit,” he continued.

Whitmore described the convicting power of the Holy Spirit sweeping through the attendees, leading many to be baptized.

“The night continued with students and young adults sharing testimonies in real-time of salvation, healing, deliverance and being filled with the Spirit,” Whitmore says.

This magnificent surrendering to God by America’s young people is a continuation of the movement that has been taking place in greater numbers on university campuses ever since the Asbury Awakening.

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Just a week before the event held at Texas A&M took place, members of The Ohio State football team held a similar event the group had been praying over for a long time.

As previously reported by Charisma News on the event at Ohio State, “The number of those in attendance varies, with some reports claiming 800-1,000 people, and others saying some 2,000 attended the spiritual awakening. No matter how many truly showed up, with eyewitness accounts, images and videos showing a substantial crowd, lives were transformed as prayer, testimonies, worship and baptisms invited the presence of God into their midst.

“We were praying for years and years for an event like this, and we were praying with expectation—we serve a miracle-working God,” Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka says. “So we definitely had an expectation when it came out, but God did increasingly and abundantly more than what we thought. So, we’re just so blessed and thankful.”

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It is long past time for pastors and ministry leaders to speak out against the evil infecting culture today, and when voices such as apostle Alton R. Williams speak the truth of the Word out loud, people listen.

In a now-viral message at World Overcomers Church in Memphis, Tennessee, Williams issues a stern warning about the dangers of modern-day idolatry and replacing the Lord as the most important figure in our lives.

According to the World Overcomers website, “Apostle Alton R. Williams has served as Senior Pastor of World Overcomers Outreach Ministries Church since 1981.”

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Williams’ message tackled two of the biggest idols infecting American culture today: the worship of race, and gender and sexuality.

“This is the tough part, [and] y’all ain’t going to like this part, but there are two gods that the Black church, and I don’t like to say Black church cuz God don’t divide His church black and white. We all are part of the church, but I’m saying it to give reference to the African-American churches. Two gods that many are bowing to today and that’s the god of LGBTQ and the god of Blackness,” Williams reveals.

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“People have made a god out of color, in other words, ‘I got to be with my color. I got to stand with my color.’ Meaning I’ll reject Christ,” Williams continues.

“[The] church is bowing to this LGBTQ thing, yes they are, I’m seeing it happen all the time. What they did here, they pushed LGBTQ on Black people and now in order for you to be in line with Black folk you got to almost accept LGBTQ,” Williams warns, pointing to how this lifestyle and acceptance of it runs contrary to the righteousness of God.

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Taking his sermon one step further, Williams identifies the origin of how these two false gods were pushed upon Black Christians in America, and how the compromise made its way into the church.

“When [Barack] Obama put the [Pride] colors on the White House acknowledging this nation honors LGBTQ, I saw Black folk and Black preachers compromise. We got to accept it cuz our Black president goes along with [it]. I don’t care what color he is, if you ain’t in line with God I can’t stand with you,” exclaimed Williams to a church on its feet.

Hammering his point home, Williams reminds us that it is only with God that we can live a righteous life, and Williams cannot, and will not, vote for a political party who rejects the tenets of God.

“I can’t support a party that wants to remove God from its party platform,” says Williams. “You in trouble when the nation forgets ‘all got to make a decision: it’s either God or the devil. And when you vote, you’re trying try to ignore it and say it ain’t no big thing, but when you vote for people with these convictions and they get in office and they start doing these things you got a responsibility for it. If you’ve compromised in any way, you need to repent.

“…You can’t separate your politics from your biblical worldview. It’s my biblical worldview that determines my politics.”

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Apostle Alexander Pagani, a deliverance minister, pastor and author, has issued a warning to believers regarding the potential spiritual dangers of viewing films like “The Deliverance.” He argues that such movies can open doors to spiritual influences that many Christians may not be equipped to handle.

Streaming now on Netflix, “The Deliverance” is one of the most viewed movies in America. The storyline is detailed by IMDB and lists it as a Horror/Thriller film.

In a case widely covered at the time, Latoya Ammons and her three children experienced strange incidents in their Gary, Indiana, home that grew progressively worse: the children were levitating, becoming violent with one another, and speaking in deep growls with no recollection afterward. Skeptics abounded, but the Gary Police Department, Department of Child Services and the local church and hospital all became involved, filing reports that took the supernatural occurrences seriously. Officers, doctors and social workers said they witnessed many of the incidents, including one in which Latoya’s 9-year-old son walked backward up a wall. The Indianapolis Star covered it closely as the Department of Child Services investigated it.

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Pagani contends that movies like “The Deliverance” should not be taken lightly by believers, emphasizing that they often contain content that could “open a door” to demonic influence. “For some Christians, it’s dangerous,” Pagani says, referring to the movie’s portrayal of possession and exorcism. He believes that engaging with such material, even passively through entertainment, can have real spiritual consequences.

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From a biblical perspective, Pagani’s concerns align with Scriptural warnings against exposing oneself to ungodly influences. The Bible warns in Ephesians 6:12, “We do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world.” Movies that depict demonic activity in a sensationalized manner may desensitize believers to the reality of spiritual warfare, causing them to be less vigilant in guarding their hearts and minds.

Pagani further highlights the deceptive nature of horror films that portray exorcisms as entertainment. “We have to be discerning,” he advises, noting that the Bible encourages Christians to be sober and vigilant because “your adversary, the devil, walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour,” (1 Pet. 5:8). The minister argues that movies like this could numb viewers to the reality of spiritual warfare, making them more vulnerable to the very entities the films depict.

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Ultimately, Pagani does not recommend “The Deliverance” for Christians, citing the potential risks to their spiritual well-being. “Don’t see the movie,” he states plainly, “don’t open that door.” For Pagani, the potential cost of exposure to such material far outweighs any entertainment value it might offer.

In a culture where the lines between demonic dangers in reality and fiction are increasingly blurred, Pagani’s warning is a call for believers to remain spiritually vigilant and to guard their hearts against influences that could lead them astray.

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Tragedy struck a north central Georgia high school Wednesday morning, when a gunman opened fire at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, northeast of Atlanta.

According to the Barrow County Sheriff, “At approximately 10:23 a.m., officers from multiple law enforcement agencies and Fire/EMS personnel were dispatched to the high school in reference to a reported active shooting.”

The suspect is reportedly alive and has been taken into custody.

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Four deaths have been confirmed by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, with the exact number of wounded in a constant state of flux amid the chaos of the event.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has responded to the tragedy saying, “I have directed all available state resources to respond to the incident at Apalachee High School and urge all Georgians to join my family in praying for the safety of those in our classrooms, both in Barrow County and across the state.”

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a statement saying: “My prayers are with the high school students, staff and families affected by the senseless act of violence in Winder, Georgia.

“I have been in contact with Chief Schierbaum, and the Atlanta Police Department has been working with the Atlanta Public Schools Police Department to bolster patrols around our schools for the rest of the day out of an abundance of caution.

“APD has also been on standby in case law enforcement agencies need assistance with this incident. May God comfort the victims and their loved ones in the difficult days ahead.”

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Meanwhile, as reported through Yahoo News, President Biden first expressed not concern for the victims, injured, students and families affected by the tragedy, but with a statement condemning gun violence, while White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre cravenly seized the political opportunity to push for gun bans while the tragedy was barely hours old.

Now is the time to pray over our decaying nation. To pray for the hearts of her citizens to turn back to the Lord and to bind the enemy seeking to snuff out life as though it was worthless. Changing people’s hearts will bring about positive change in the world, not surrendering our freedoms for the false promise of governmental protections.

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Dallas Jenkins, the creator of “The Chosen,” recently shared exciting news about the show’s expansion and plans in an exclusive interview with Charisma Media. As the series continues to captivate audiences with its unique portrayal of the life of Jesus and His disciples, Jenkins expressed his enthusiasm for its growing success on national television.

The show’s move to the CW network brought “The Chosen” to a wider audience, many of whom may not have previously encountered the series. “It’s really exciting … seeing the show on the CW last year,” Jenkins said. “They did seasons one through three, and the ratings actually improved as the seasons went on, which was shocking to me.” Despite the show’s availability on multiple streaming platforms, Jenkins was pleasantly surprised to see a dedicated viewership tuning in to watch the episodes on the CW network.

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Jenkins emphasized the show’s mission to remain transparent with its audience, especially as “The Chosen” relies heavily on donations. “From the beginning, we said we’re going to pull back the curtain, and you’re going to be part of the process,” he explained. “We do survive because of your donations; we have an obligation to let them know where their money is going.” This commitment to transparency extends to the creative choices made in the series, particularly regarding the depiction of biblical events from a fictional standpoint.

Addressing the show’s approach to storytelling, Jenkins acknowledged that “The Chosen” often takes creative liberties while striving to remain true to the essence of the Bible. “I think there are people, of course, who would disagree with some of our choices over the years,” Jenkins noted. “But I think overall, I feel very proud and confident that we have accurately captured the character of Jesus in the Gospels and the character of God.” He stressed that while the show may not always present factual details, it aims to convey “capital T truthful” messages consistent with biblical truths.

Jenkins also highlighted the unique relationship between the show and its audience, particularly through interactive events. “We had … 4,000 people in one day,” Jenkins recalled, referring to scenes filmed with audience participation. “It was a really beautiful experience.” Looking ahead, Jenkins revealed plans for future seasons, including scenes that will again invite fans to become part of the storytelling. “Season six is going to require that again … because it’s the crucifixion season,” he said.

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With season four having just premiered on the CW Sunday, Sept. 1, Jenkins encourages viewers to tune in and spread the word. “Even if you’ve seen the season, it’s good to just turn on the TV to that channel … because numbers are what allow these networks and streamers to keep the show there,” Jenkins said. “When they see the success of it, it helps, and it does make a difference.”

For Jenkins, maintaining a strong connection with viewers remains a top priority. “We want you to feel like you’re a part of this,” he shared. As “The Chosen” continues to expand its reach, Jenkins is committed to ensuring that the show not only entertains but also resonates deeply with audiences.

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In a recent podcast episode, Pastor Jack Hibbs highlights one of the most pressing issues of our time, calling for unwavering support for Israel and cautioned against the misinformation being spread by commentators lacking the proper expertise. Emphasizing the nation’s unique role in biblical prophecy, Hibbs challenges the narratives critical of Israel and argues that such positions often stem from a lack of understanding.

Hibbs criticized many conservative commentators for stepping outside their areas of expertise to spread lies and conspiracies about Israel. “Just because you’re famous or just because you have a microphone doesn’t mean that you’re qualified to speak about what’s going on with Israel,” he says, asserting that only those who have studied the topic deeply should weigh in on the matter.

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He accused media outlets and influencers of manipulating public perception by sharing outdated or staged footage. “Be careful who you’re listening to,” Hibbs warns, “because God is going to, and He’s about to refocus His attention on Israel.” He claims that various media outlets use “old footage from things where there’s an earthquake and there’s been devastation” to mislead viewers about Israel’s military actions. According to Hibbs, these tactics are intended to frame Israel negatively.

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Hibbs further defended Israel’s military, arguing that it is among the most ethical in the world. “There is not a nation on Earth that has a more moral military than Israel, hands down,” he says, citing Israel’s practice of dropping leaflets to warn civilians before military strikes. He shared his personal experiences of witnessing Israeli military briefings and operations, stating, “I’ve sat there with the Israeli Air Force as a spectator in briefings… I’ve seen it with my own eyes.”

The pastor also highlighted the deep and mutually beneficial military and economic ties between the United States and Israel, arguing that cutting off support would harm American interests. “If we did what you’re hearing from many… we should cut Israel off, stop supplying them–you have no idea what you’re talking about,” he says.

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Hibbs urges his audience to recognize Israel’s strategic importance to the United States. “If you believe it or not, if you like it or not, Israel is the first line of defense for the United States,” he said, adding that the two countries share intelligence, technology and cultural ties.

He emphasizes the biblical perspective, arguing that supporting Israel aligns with God’s will. “God says… those who bless Israel, He will bless,” Hibbs quoted from the Bible, adding that failing to support Israel is “falling right into the trap that Satan has set for antisemitism.”

Hibbs calls for his listeners to be critical of the media and to ground their understanding of global events, particularly concerning Israel, in biblical teachings. “Watch out for media stunts,” he cautions. “Be smart, be wise, be careful–don’t be a sucker.”

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We’ve all been there. Times when we’ve stumbled in our walk with God, and through our own actions removed ourselves from His presence making it feel like He was far away from us. But He was always right there for us, waiting patiently for the prodigal to return.

In a recent message, Pastor Vlad Savchuk of HungryGen ministries expressed how the Lord wants to begin breaking this pattern of backsliding that has tormented the church for generations. No position, no matter how lofty, is safe when we cave to the temptations of the flesh, as we have seen with many high-profile Christian names falling from the calling God placed on their lives especially over this past several months.

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Savchuk breaks down five ways where we kill the fire of God in our lives and abandon the straight and narrow path He has us on.

1. When you focus more on your love for Jesus than His love for you. “The only light we project is the light we reflect. The only light we give is the light we receive,” Savchuk explains. “We don’t love God because we are loving. We don’t love God because we have an amazing personality trait called fire for God. We love God because we are aware of His passionate pursuit of us and as long as our eyes are on Him, our heart is burning for God.”
2. When your prayer life goes to sleep. “Anytime you go into prayerlessness, you wake up your past life. Your past is dead. Prayerlessness is the power that raises the dead. Your past is gone. When you stay in prayerlessness, your old habits begin to be quickened and begin to wake up. Things you were delivered from, things you’ve testified to God and to the church and said, I’ve been set free from this,” Savcuk says.
3. When we follow Jesus at the distance avoiding sacrifice. “At a distance means I’m going to follow Him as close as I can that I don’t lose my life,” Savchuk reveals. “You’re not backsliding. It’s just between me and the Lord is a safe distance. I don’t want to sacrifice. I don’t want to give. I don’t want to crucify my flesh. I don’t want to lay my sin on the cannot be on fire for God if that fire cannot consume you. That fire cannot consume you if you and the Lord have a distance.”
4. When we numb ourselves with the world’s fire. “There is a desire for something real and authentic and if you do not go 100% send into Jesus, you’re going to have to drift into the world’s fire and pretend to like it,” Savchuk says. “The world’s fire is world’s fire is annihilating because it broke [Peter’s] intimacy with God.”
5. When we return to our old life. “Some call it deconstruction. Some call it drifting. Some call it backsliding, apostasy. It’s where we go back to where we were,” Savchuk shares. “What you remember about your past life, when you go back to it, it will no longer have exactly same the feelings and ? Because as a child of God, when you walk away from God, God will discipline you.”

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Thankfully, God is always ready to welcome us with open arms, no matter how far we’ve strayed. God is eager to forgive us, offering grace and love beyond measure. His mercy is unending, and His heart overflows with compassion for those who turn back to Him. In a world where forgiveness can be hard to come by, we are blessed to have a heavenly Father who is ever-patient, understanding and quick to restore us when we seek His forgiveness.

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