Preparation for the End Time

The cosmic controversy on planet Earth takes place in the human mind. Just as it did in heaven the fact that perfect angels and perfect Adam and Eve were victims of this battle proves that Satan?s deceptions had a powerful influence on perfect minds. How much more powerful these deceptions must be on imperfect fallen minds.

Paul pointed to the ultimate focus of the mind in 1 Corinthians when he stated that by beholding Christ we are continually changed into His image. Since preparation for heaven takes place in our minds it is imperative that we fortify our minds with the study of God?s Word as Paul admonished the church at Colossae ?Let the word of Christ dwell in you? Colossians 3:16. Any idea that questions the authenticity and authority of God?s Word is a tool in the arsenal of the enemy.

When Christ condescended to become human two natures were joined together. Never before and never again will there be another Person like Jesus. As He spent time with His Father He gained victory over His human mind. Lavish love flowed through Him as He was nailed to the Cross. Just as He exercised His free will in choosing to lay down His life for our salvation we must exercise our free will to receive the gift of that salvation.

When the controversy is ended and earth as we know it is no more the Cross will be an ever unfolding revelation of the depths of God?s unchanging love. Our only hope of being among the redeemed is to fix our gaze on Jesus. As the song so beautifully says

Turn your eyes upon Jesus

Look full in His wonderful face;

And the things of earth will grow strangely dim

In the light of His glory and grace.