Are you in one of the groups of Christians who will be quick to renounce Jesus? You might be shocked. Few can argue that we are experiencing a falling away right now. Many are surrendering wholehearted passion for Jesus for other more immediately satisfying, carnal pursuits. Our culture is growing darker by the day.

Embracing the beast
I’ve often wondered just how easy it will be to renounce Jesus when the pressure intensifies in the end times. After all, it’s easy for many to excuse apathy, carnality, prayerlessness, and other dangerous spiritual lifestyle choices. The ferocity of satan will be experienced at levels never before fathomed. I believe it will be the norm, not the exception, for Christians to embrace the beast.

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