Uniting Under Christ in Troubled Times

Join us for an inspiring reflection on the sermon given by His Grace Mar Mari Emmanuel, Bishop of Christ The Good Shepherd Church, on March 4, 2022. This powerful message delves into several theological themes and current societal issues, drawing primarily from John 7:37-53 and 8:12-20.

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In this video, we explore:

The importance of using "Sunday Resurrection" instead of "Easter"
Jesus' invitation to receive living water during the Feast of Tabernacles
The prophetic significance of the 70 weeks in the Book of Daniel
A critique of modern society and influential figures
A call for church leaders to repent and return to Christ
The impending tribulation and the persecution of the church
The need for unity among all Christians, regardless of denomination
An encouragement for believers to actively engage in their faith and church activities
The importance of building a strong youth community within the church
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel's sermon is a call to return to fundamental Christian values and unity in the face of modern challenges. Let us come together and strengthen our faith as we navigate these times.

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Introduction

In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, one God, Amen.

Dear beloved fathers, deacons, nuns, congregation, and everyone watching us through live streaming, I pray that the Lord Jesus is always with you, guiding you, protecting you, and showing you the way.

Fifth Week of Great Lent

According to the church calendar, we are now in the fifth week of the Great Lent. This year, there is a difference between the Gregorian and Julian calendars regarding the Sunday of Resurrection. I prefer to call it Sunday Resurrection instead of Easter, as Easter is a pagan term.

Scriptural Focus

Today's gospel is from the Gospel of St. John, chapters 7 and 8. The Lord Jesus, on the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles, invited those who are thirsty to come to Him for living waters. This feast symbolizes the second coming of Christ, where He will rule over everything.

Prophecy and Symbolism

The Book of Daniel speaks of 70 weeks, divided into three segments: seven weeks, 62 weeks, and one week. These are symbolic of years, with the last week being the period of tribulation. This period is focused on Israel and signifies the time of great suffering and persecution.

Critique of Modern Society

Modern society is heavily influenced by secret societies and leaders who worship Satan. Figures like Bill Gates and Anthony Fauci are part of this deception. The pandemic measures were planned to control and deceive the masses.

Call to the Church

Church leaders need to repent and return to Christ. True leadership comes from Christ alone, not from positions of power. The recent actions of many church leaders show a denial of Christ, which is a precursor to the tribulation.

Tribulation and End Times

We are approaching the end times, when the church will face severe persecution. The denial of Christ by the church is a sign of the coming tribulation.

Unity in Christianity

Despite denominational differences, all Christians must unite under Christ. In the end, only Jesus will matter, not the specific denominations like Catholicism or Orthodoxy.

Call to Action

Believers are encouraged to engage actively in their faith, participate in church activities, and bring others to the church. The Holy Bible and the sacraments are crucial in this journey.

Youth Engagement

Building a strong youth community within the church is essential for the future of our faith.

Conclusion and Prayer

Let us bow our heads and pray.

Our good God, full of mercy, pour Your grace upon Your servants. Renew them with Your Holy Spirit and purify them from all blemishes. Empower them to observe Your commandments and fulfill Your will. May they always confess, worship, and praise Your holy name.

May the Lord Jesus bless you, guide you, and protect you. Always come to the church, and let us work together to raise this young generation for Christ. Amen.

Love you all.

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