My last post focused mainly on technological advances proving man's ability to produce great signs and wonders. Since posting, I have learned of one more that warrants referencing in today's blog. I will not go into much detail but clearly as prophesied in scripture, there will be great signs and deception will be thick in the days prior to Christ return. Robot Sex? Yep, that is the key to future life on earth, at least according to the research shared in this article.
Perhaps by exploring and learning about human evolution, intelligent machines will come to the conclusion that sex is the best way for them to evolve. Rather than self-replicating, like amoebas, they may opt to simulate sexual reproduction with two, or indeed innumerable, sexes.(Source: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/10584380/Why-robot-sex-could-be-the-future-of-life-on-earth.html)
I will admit as I read the article, the Holy Spirit brought to my remembrance the following scripture, "The LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And the LORD regretted that he had made man on earth, and it grieved him to his heart. So the LORD said, I will blot out man whom I have created from the face of the land, man and animals and creeping things and birds of the heavens, for I am sorry that I have made them" (Genesis 6:5-8).
Folks, the days we are living in are extremely wicked and the thoughts of the heart of men continues to grow darker and more evil each day. It is not my intention to bring despair (although I mourn for this lost generation), but to share what the Father has placed upon my heart and to continue to sound the alarm that the "Day of the Lord" is upon us. As stated previously, it's important to examine scripture to know and understand truth.
What does scripture reveal about signs and wonders?
Clearly, the first GREAT sign and wonder was creation starting with "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1). We continue to observe in scripture signs and wonders describing Yahweh, His ways and character. They are unique to the awe of His power and glory and they are in rather unexpected methods. Oftentimes in scripture, the two (signs and wonders) were synonymous and appear frequently to occur together in the same text. First, I would like to reference what is a "sign" and "wonder" according to scripture.
A Sign
The Hebrew word "sign" (owth) in scripture is used as unexpected divine manifestation of Yahweh (Genesis 1:14); as a warning from Yahweh (Exodus 10: 1-2, Numbers 14:11); as a way to distinguish His character declaring who He is which clearly this expression can only come from His divine power and authority (Deuteronomy 4:34); for His promises He has made (Jeremiah 32:20-22, Genesis 9:17) and that a sign may bring belief (Exodus 4:5) to all those who may have disbelief in who He is.
A Wonder
The Hebrew word "wonder" (mowpheth) in scripture is used as a special display of Yahweh's powers (Exodus 11:9-10); to tell of future events, as a token (Deuteronomy 13:1-2, Joel 2:30); and to marvel at the wonderful works of Yahweh (Psalms 71:7, Psalms 78:43).
Unmistakably, signs and wonders distinguish who The Creator (Yahweh) is and declare His ways among all of the nations from past, present and days to come. Yet, scripture makes known there are also lying signs and wonders. In other words, there are signs and wonders (past, present and future) that are supernatural BUT not of Yahweh and deceiving in nature.
Signs and wonders will be during end-time events!
In Matthew 24: 24, Christ declares, "For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform great signs and wonders, so as to lead astray, if possible, even the elect." From the words of Christ, we discern just as Pharoah had his magicians perform similar wonders in the presence of Moses and Aaron; prior to His return, miracles will be performed and will be so great the elect would be deceived, if possible (wow that is worthy of a pause).
Additionally, Paul warns that the "lawless one" who will come will also show signs and wonders (2 Thessalonians 2:9). Paul goes on to make a very clear distinction by clearly revealing these will be "lying" wonders. Without question, satan seeks to counterfeit that which is holy and he deceives many through the works performed by false christs and false prophets. The "lawless one" (antichrist), who rebels against the Father's moral law will show great wonders and because the heart of men is wicked, many will believe these works of darkness.
Scripture reveals a time will come when the "lawless one" will have super power and will be a leader who allures the masses (Revelation 13:3). Some will even believe He is the Messiah (Mark 13:21-23).
(1) He will exalt himself against every other god that exist today and proclaim to be god (2 Thessalonians 2:4).
(2) He will make war against the saints, change laws and be successful at doing it (Daniel 7:25, Revelation 12:17).
(3) He will come without warning and will be very flattering (Daniel 11:21).
(4) He will deceive many and will be worhsipped by those who have not been sealed by The Most High (Matthew 24:24, Revelation 13:8).
(5) He shall make fire come down from heaven on the earth in the sight of men (Revelation 13:13).
(6) One of the most astonishing attributes of the lawless one is that he CANNOT be destroyed by mere men or human agency (Isaiah 11:4,Revelation 19:15, Revelation 19:20).
It is important to note only those who are sealed by the Father will not be deceived by lying signs and wonders performed by false prophets and false christs including the "lawless one."
The days ahead are filled with turbulence and tribulation but we have hope in Christ knowing He has overcome the world (John 16:33). More and more people continue to seek after a sign for many reasons. This is nothing new as Christ was asked to share what the signs will be of His coming frequently. Yet, he reveals only an evil and adulterous generation will seek after a sign for they desire to stay in the luxury of their present life having no desire for the things of the Kingdom of Yahweh. Now is definitely not the time to remain comfy in our living - if we can discern the seasons surely we can discern His coming is at hand!
"An evil and adulterous generation seeks after a sign, and no sign will be given to it except the sign of the prophet Jonah" (Matthew 12:39).
"A wicked and adulterous generation seeks after a sign, and no sign shall be given to it except the sign of the prophet Jonah" (Mark 16:4).
Let us not seek after signs and wonders but work towards being transformed in the image of Christ daily. The time is now to draw nigh to the Father, repent of sins believing in the gospel for the Kingdom of Yahweh is at hand – Peace and Love!
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