And that, KNOWING THE TIME, THAT IT IS HIGH TIME TO AWAKE out of sleep: FOR NOW IS OUR SALVATION NEARER THAN WHEN WE BELIEVED. The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and LET US PUT ON THE ARMOR OF LIGHT. Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ and MAKE NOT PROVISION FOR THE FLESH, TO FULFILL THE LUSTS THEREOF.
(Romans 13:11-14)
Knowing that the Day of the Lord, or the rapture, is nigh, it is of the UTMOST importance that we are in tune with the Holy Ghost and remain spiritually aware of all that is transpiring around us—as each “end time sign” has already been manifested. As each day passes, we are hours, minutes, seconds, and nanoseconds closer to His coming. In response, we should beware of our lifestyle, ensuring that it is absent of willfully rebellious or ungodly behaviors; simultaneously “putting on the Lord Jesus” and making NO “provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof.” By “putting on Jesus” we are putting on our spiritual war clothes, arming ourselves, and walking in the Holy Ghost—which enables us to see properly. YES!!!…the flesh cries out at times with selfish desires and urges of its own, pleading just for a taste of sin—saying, “Surely, just one little taste wouldn’t hurt. Right?” Nevertheless, don’t be fooled. We may not have as much time as we think. The Holy Ghost wants to lead us. So, let’s put Him on, and let Him do just that.
Spiritual Awareness in the End Times
By Kirstyn Ricks