Matthew 24:23 Then if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there; believe it not.
[The Desire of Ages pp 324] We must inevitably be under the control of one or the other of the two great powers that are contending for the supremacy of the world. It is not necessary for us deliberately to choose the service of the kingdom of darkness in order to come under its dominion.
We have only to neglect to ally ourselves with the kingdom of light. If we do not co-operate with the heavenly agencies, Satan will take possession of the heart, and will make it his abiding place. Let us therefore use wisely, the remaining moments of probationary time, to become knowledgeable in the truths of God’s word, and thus be prepared for the deceptions that would be taking the world by storm.
We therefore end with a passage of scripture which should enable us to correctly appropriate and evaluate God’s instructions to us, for according to the Bible, they are intended for the godless as well as the remnant people of God.
Matthew 24:24 For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!