He That Overcometh (continued)

Beloved, in continuance of our theme, “He that Overcometh” – scripture teaches us that “The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe” (Proverbs 18:10). Therefore, all of the plagues to come upon this unbelieving world (preached in the two-part sermon, “I’m not going to be Embarrassed,” January 23-30) will not affect the saints. We will be in heaven – not here – when these events take place. Understanding that Jesus’ coming is near at hand, “nearer than when we [first] believed” (Romans 13:11), we must give constant thought to being ready when Jesus comes. Let us strive to “overcome” sin, not live with it! If we truly want to be “safe” and we rely on Jesus’ Name to give us the authority to overcome our challenges, then it will not be long before we will be delivered from this evil world. Jesus told John to write, “Behold, I come quickly: hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crown” (Revelation 3:11).

Precious Ones, “him that overcometh will [Jesus] make a pillar in the temple of…God” (Revelation 3:12). Peter, James, and John are examples of pillars (Galatians 2:9). Scripture states that they kept the grace of God. They also kept the Word of Jesus’ patience, and did not deny His Name (Acts 4:8-20 and 5:27-32). These were men who knew the Word of God and could adequately preach it to those who were ignorant of its principles. They were true “pillars” in the House of God.

Chosen Ones, today the House of God needs pillars in the midst of her. Whosoever “overcometh” the false teachings of those of the synagogue of Satan, shall be made a firm support (pillar) in the Temple of God. The Bible gives us the assurance that we, the saints, don’t have to lie in order to reach those who are lost. In Christ, we find all that we need. That’s why the scripture says that “he shall go no more out” (Revelation 3:12). We won’t need to – everything we need is in Jesus, who is all truth (John 14:6).

I will write more on this subject next week. Until then, know this…

I love you all SO very much.
In His Love,

Pastor William L. McCoy