Preparation, Purity, and Proclamation

I. The Narrow Way Illuminated by His Word

The Word of God is not merely an ancient text or moral compass. It is a divine lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105). In a generation clouded by deception and relativism, we are commanded to hold fast to sound doctrine (Titus 1:9; 2 Timothy 4:3-4). The path to Christ is narrow, and many are lured by the broad way that leads to destruction (Matthew 7:13-14). The call to holiness and separation from worldly compromise is clear: 

"Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience" (Ephesians 5:6)

Modern voices promote a diluted gospel, one that requires no repentance or submission to Christ’s Lordship. But the Spirit says, 

"Come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you" (2 Corinthians 6:17)

II. The Bride Clothed in Righteousness and Love

Scripture reveals the Bride of Christ as adorned in "white linen, which is the righteousness of saints" (Revelation 19:8). This is not self-earned righteousness, but that which is imputed by Christ and walked out in obedience through the Spirit. Her garments are woven with mercy, love, and truth. She reflects the fragrance of her Bridegroom through holy living (2 Corinthians 2:15-16).

In a world stained by pride, lust, and division, the Bride radiates forgiveness, compassion, and healing. She forgives as she has been forgiven (Colossians 3:13), loves as she is loved (John 13:34), and lifts the broken, the burdened, and the lost. Her life is a testimony of grace received and grace extended.

III. The Watchful Bride: Messenger and Harvester

The faithful Bride is not idle. She watches and works. She proclaims the gospel while it is still day (John 9:4), knowing that night is coming when no man can work. She speaks with urgency to those with ears to hear, echoing the heart of her King: 

"Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Matthew 4:17)

She is a fieldworker in the harvest, gathering and nourishing souls with the Word of God. She prepares the way of the Lord, crying out as a voice in the wilderness (Isaiah 40:3). In our age, this cry is desperately needed. Wars rage, systems crumble, darkness deepens. The day of the Lord is at hand (Joel 2:1).

IV. The Warning to a Sleeping World

Many will be caught unaware at the brightness of His coming (1 Thessalonians 5:2-3). The Spirit is still pleading, 

"Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light" (Ephesians 5:14)

The deception of comfort, distraction, and compromise has lulled multitudes to sleep.

Without the Spirit and strength of God, none can resist the control systems now rising. Digital surveillance, centralized banking, global governance, artificial intelligence, these are not neutral advancements, but infrastructures for the coming beast system (Revelation 13). Without Christ, people will be helpless to resist the mark, the mandates, and the manipulation.

V. The Boldness and Purity of the Bride

The true Bride is unashamed (Romans 1:16). She is bold in her witness, filled with the Holy Ghost, and set apart for her King. She does not bow to culture. She weeps for the lost, but she does not waver in truth. Her life is a holy contradiction to the spirit of this age (Galatians 5:17).

She knows her Redeemer lives. She awaits the Prince of Peace. She prays continually. She clings to the hope of His appearing (2 Timothy 4:8). And her heart cries: 

"Even so, come, Lord Jesus" (Revelation 22:20)

VI. The Urgency of This Hour

This is not a season to linger in compromise. The signs are everywhere: Israel in turmoil, the nations roaring, pestilence, economic shaking, moral collapse. Jesus warned of these birth pangs (Matthew 24). We are in the final stretch before the return of the King.

The bride must make herself ready (Revelation 19:7). The time for casual Christianity is over. The call is going forth to the wise virgins: trim your lamps, fill your vessels with oil, stay awake, and be found ready (Matthew 25:1-13).

VII. A Call to Repentance and Salvation

All have sinned. "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23, KJV)

Sin brings death. "For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." (Romans 6:23, KJV)

Jesus paid the price. "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8, KJV)

Confess and believe. "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." (Romans 10:9, KJV)

VIII. Conclusion: His Return is Near

Do not delay. The voice of the Bridegroom is calling. The Spirit and the Bride say, Come. There is still time to repent, to awaken, to follow the narrow road, and to shine His light while the darkness encroaches.

Let the Church be found faithful. Let the Bride be made ready. Let every heart cry out: 

"Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord" (Matthew 23:39)

He is coming. Will you be ready?

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