Sunday Service
23rd March, 2025
Speaker: Mr. Emmanuel Philemon Mangdik
Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-5
Topic: The Urgency of Knowing Christ in This Perverse Generation
Introduction
In life, certain relationships are bound by covenant, one of which is marriage. When a couple is joined in holy matrimony, it is often declared, “What God has joined together, let no man put asunder.” From that moment, they become one in everything, and over time, they may even start to look alike. This covenant demands faithfulness until death, at which point the surviving spouse is free to remarry.
In a similar way, humanity was once bound to sin due to the fall in the Garden of Eden. However, through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, that bondage has been broken. When we accept Christ as Lord and Savior, we are no longer obligated to live in sin. We are now spiritually united with Christ, free to walk in righteousness.
Knowing Christ: The Key to True Freedom
When we truly know Christ, we experience Him as:
* Our Shepherd – guiding and providing for us (Psalm 23:1).
* Our Healer – restoring us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. "For by His we are healed"
* Our Strength – empowering us to overcome challenges.
* Our Place of Safety – shielding us from the enemy’s attacks. "For the name of the Lord is a Strong tower,the righteous runs in and is safe".
* Our Guarantor – clearing the debts of our sins.
* Our Redeemer – purchasing our salvation with His precious blood.
Why is Knowing Christ So Urgent?
The urgency of knowing Christ is not an option but a necessity because:
* The Devil is on the Hunt – "Your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour." (1 Peter 5:8) Without Christ, we are easy prey.
* We Live in a Christ-less Generation – 2 Timothy 3:1-5 describes a world filled with pride, disobedience, and godlessness. This is the reality of our times.
* The Lord’s Coming is Near – No one knows the exact hour (Matthew 24:36), and delaying our commitment to Christ is dangerous.
Conclusion
The difference between a believer and an unbeliever, a strong Christian and a weak Christian, is the knowledge of Jesus. The urgency of knowing Christ is not an option, but a necessity. Do you really know Christ?
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