THE ANTICHRIST...THE SPIRIT OF ANTICHRIST...WHAT DO THEY MEAN? PLEASE READ ALONG WITH ME...
The term or title antichrist, in Christian theology, is a leader who fulfills Biblical prophecies concerning an adversary of Christ, while resembling him in a deceptive manner. The antichrist will seemingly provide for the needs of the people but deny the ultimate salvation.
The term "antichrist" appears five times in 1 John and 2 John of the New Testament — once in plural form and four times in the singular.[1] The Apostle Paul's Second Epistle to the Thessalonians, in particular the 2nd chapter, summarizes the nature, work, coming, and revelation of the "Man Of Sin" - a passage often regarded as referring to same person as the antichrist of 1 and 2 John.
In 2 Thessalonians 2:3-10, the "Man of Sin" is described as one who will be revealed before the Day of the Lord comes. The Codices Sinaiticus and Vaticanus have the reading, "Man of Lawlessness," and Metzger argues this is the original reading.[1] Codices such as Alexandrinus, Boernerianus and Claromontanus have "Man of Sin".
This Man of Sin "will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God," and "set himself up in God's temple, proclaiming himself to be God" (verse 4). Something is said to be "holding him back" (verse 6), though that will be "taken out of the way" (verse 7). A "lawless one" will be revealed (verse 8), whom Jesus will destroy "by the splendor of his coming." MINE:(MICHAEL THE ARCH ANGEL IS HOLDING HIM BACK, NOT THE CHURCH.)
The Spirit Of The Antichrist Is,"Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son.
24For 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.
THERE ARE TWO MEANINGS...
1.) The Antichrist is a Leader: The term "antichrist" appears five times in 1 John and 2 John of the New Testament — once in plural form and four times in the singular.[1] The Apostle Paul's Second Epistle to the Thessalonians, in particular the 2nd chapter, summarizes the nature, work, coming, and revelation of the "Man Of Sin" - a passage often regarded as referring to same person as the antichrist of 1 and 2 John.
In 2 Thessalonians 2:3-10, the "Man of Sin" is described as one who will be revealed before the Day of the Lord comes. The Codices Sinaiticus and Vaticanus have the reading, "Man of Lawlessness," and Metzger argues this is the original reading.[1] Codices such as Alexandrinus, Boernerianus and Claromontanus have "Man of Sin".
This Man of Sin "will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God," and "set himself up in God's temple, proclaiming himself to be God" (verse 4). Something is said to be "holding him back" (verse 6), though that will be "taken out of the way" (verse 7). A "lawless one" will be revealed (verse 8), whom Jesus will destroy "by the splendor of his coming." MINE:(MICHAEL THE ARCH ANGEL IS HOLDING HIM BACK, NOT THE CHURCH.)
The Spirit Of The Antichrist Is,"Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son.
Matthew 24:24
24For 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.
- 1 John 2:18
Little children, it is the last time: and as ye have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time.
- 1 John 2:22
Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son.
- 1 John 4:3
And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world.
- 2 John 1:7
For many deceivers are entered into the world, who confess not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist.
| Commentary: Christ here foretels the going forth of deceivers; he begins with a caution,Take heed that no man deceive you. They expected to be told when these things should be, to be let into that secret; but this caution is a check to their curiosity,"What is that to you? Mind you your duty, follow me,and be not seduced from following me.’’ Now concerning these deceivers, observe here: (1.) The pretences they should come under. Satan acts most mischievously,when he appears as an angel of light: the colour of the greatest good is often the cover of the greatest evil. [1.] There should appear false prophets (v. 11–24); the deceivers wouldpretend todivine inspiration, an immediate mission, and a spirit of prophecy,when it was all a lie. Such they had been formerly (Jer. 23:16; Eze. 13:6), as was foretold, Deu. 13:3.Some think, the seducers here pointed to weresuch as had been settled teachers inthe church, and had gained reputationas such, but afterward betrayed the truth they had taught,and revolted toerror; and from such the danger is the greater, because least suspected. One false traitor in the garrison may do more mischief than a thousandavowed enemies without. [2.] There should appear false Christs, coming in Christ’s name (v. 5),assuming to themselves the name peculiar to him, and saying, I am Christ, pseudo-christs, v. 24. There was at that time a general expectationof the appearing of the Messiah; they spoke of him;as he that should come;but when he did come, the body of the nationrejected him; which those whowere ambitious of making themselves a name,took advantage of, and set up for Christ.Once again the world is looking for a Savior, a Messiah... Political Leaders, Science, Technology, Intellectually Elite, Medicine, HOLLYWOOD MOVIE STARS... Anything, Anyone to come and save us. That is Anything or Anyone besides JESUS CHRIST the SON of GOD! "Go not forth, for if you do, you are in danger of being taken by them; therefore keep out of harm’s way, be not carried about with every wind; many a man’s vain curiosity to go forth hath led himinto a fatal apostasy; your strength at such a time is to sit still, to have theheart established with grace.’’ GRACE, PEACE, MERCY, LOVE AND JOY IN JESUS CHRIST!!! |
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