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Thursday, September 17, 2026
End-time Signs
KEY VERSE
“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 2:18).
Bible Reading:
1 John 2:18,19 (KJV)
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.
19 They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they would no doubt have continued with us: but they went out, that they might be made manifest that they were not all of us.
MESSAGE
Every time a young boy went over to his friend’s house to play, he saw his friend’s grandmother sitting quietly, reading her Bible. He asked his friend why she was always reading it, and the friend said he didn’t know for sure but thought that she might be studying for her finals.
We may as well need information that might help us start studying for the real finals. There is no doubt that we are currently living in the very last days of the last times. John, the aged disciple of Jesus Christ, wrote this epistle to believers in his day, warning them about the last times and the coming antichrist. He used the incident of the backsliding and apostasy of some of the believers in his time to illustrate how close they were to the end – the departure of some from the faith being one of the signs of the end-time. This closely relates to what he heard from Jesus himself, where He predicted the incident of the love of many waxing cold as one of the signs of the end-time.
It is believed that John wrote this epistle between 90 and 95 AD, predicting the end of the world. There are other end-time signs predicted in the Bible that are not specifically mentioned in this short passage. For instance, it is indicated that there will be wars, political instability, famines, earthquakes, betrayal, hatred for Christians, imprisonment, death, and a decline in morality. False prophets and heretical teachings are also mentioned. The spread of the gospel has already occurred, facilitated by the internet and social media. Some churches today are like a clubhouse, with liberal and progressive bishops ordaining anyone into the priesthood, including people with outlandish beliefs and practices.
The end is truly near. Believers need to look up; our Redeemer is coming. We need to keep our garments pure and white and our hearts fixed on things above as we expect the Lord to take His own. The rapture is the next event the saints now earnestly await. Closely followed by the Great Tribulation, where the Antichrist will be fully revealed. How ready are you?
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
It is too risky to remain a lukewarm believer at this last hour
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Numbers 22-25
COMMENTARY
1. We Are Living in the Last Time – John declares, “It is the last time.” The presence of many antichrists—false teachers and deceivers—confirms that we are in the final days. The departure of some from the faith is itself a sign of the end. Believers must be alert and discerning.
2. The Rise of Apostasy – John notes that some “went out from us, but they were not of us.” Apostasy is not a new phenomenon; it has been present since the early church. Today, many churches are compromising on biblical truth, ordaining leaders with ungodly beliefs and practices. This is a fulfillment of end-time prophecy.
3. The Signs of the Times – The devotional lists many end-time signs: wars, famines, earthquakes, betrayal, hatred of Christians, persecution, moral decline, and false prophets. These signs are evident in our world today. The spread of the gospel through technology also points to the nearness of Christ’s return.
4. The Call to Readiness – The rapture is the next event for the saints. Believers must keep their garments pure and their hearts fixed on things above. The question is: “How ready are you?” We must not be caught unprepared. We must live in a state of constant readiness.
5. The DCLM Ministry’s Emphasis on End-Time Readiness – The Deeper Christian Life Ministry emphasizes the imminent return of Christ and the need for readiness. Pastor Kumuyi teaches that believers must be watchful, prayerful, and holy. The Daily Manna devotional calls readers to examine their lives and prepare for the Lord’s coming.
About DCLM and Daily Manna
The Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) was founded in 1973 by Pastor Dr. W.F. Kumuyi. From a small Bible study of 15 students in Lagos, it has grown into a global ministry with churches across Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. The ministry emphasizes holiness, prayer, Bible study, and readiness for Christ’s return.
DCLM Daily Manna is a daily devotional written by Pastor Kumuyi. Each edition provides Scripture reading, exposition, and practical application to guide believers in their daily walk with God. The devotional consistently calls readers to be ready for the coming of the Lord.
Prayer Reflection
Lord, help me to be ready for Your return. Keep me from complacency and lukewarmness. Guard me from deception and false teaching. Let my heart be fixed on things above. May I be found faithful and prepared when You come. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
