Christian Behavior in the Last Days

Good Morning my Ekklesia Family

2 Timothy 3:1-5

“You should know this, Timothy, that in the last days there will be very difficult times. For people will love only themselves and their money... They will act religious, but they will reject the power that could make them godly. Stay away from people like that!”

The Apostle Paul paints a sobering picture of the “last days”—times marked by moral collapse, spiritual apathy, and self-idolatry. The Greek phrase for “difficult times” (χαλεποί καιροί) means fierce, perilous, and dangerous. These are not just tough days—they are spiritually hostile seasons.

In verse 5, Paul warns about those with a “form of godliness” who deny the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. This isn't a warning against atheists—it’s against pretenders, those who wear the label “Christian” but live like the world.

We are not called to survive the last days—we are called to shine in them. The darker the night, the brighter our light must be. Our behavior is our testimony. In these times of confusion and compromise, the Holy Spirit enables us to live lives of clarity and conviction.

Let’s live as Titus 2:12 says:

“We are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God.”

• Start your day in the Word and prayer to align your mindset with heaven, not headlines.

• Choose holiness over popularity—don’t water down your witness to fit into a world that’s drowning.

• Speak the truth in love. Share your faith boldly but kindly—be a bridge, not a barrier.

• Stay connected to your local church—Ekklesia is your lifeline, not just a label.

• Examine your own life regularly—ask, “Do I have the power of godliness or just the appearance?”

Lord Jesus,These last days are full of distraction, deception, and division. But I thank You that Your truth still stands. Help me live not by culture’s expectations, but by Kingdom convictions. Make me bold where I’ve been silent, faithful where I’ve wavered, and holy where I’ve compromised.Transform me by Your Spirit—make me light in darkness, salt in a tasteless world, and hope in a hurting generation.I surrender all—my ways, my habits, my time—to be used by You.In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Have you been conforming to the world instead of being transformed by the Word? It’s not too late. Today, Jesus is calling you to deeper commitment. Come back to the Cross. Come into the Light. Let Ekklesia Christian Life Ministries walk with you in discipleship. We’re not perfect, but we’re growing—together.Visit us at www.ekklesiachristianlife.org#EverydayEkklesia #LiveHoly #ChristianBehavior #LastDaysFaith #ComeFollowChrist

LoveUmorethanUknow,

Stephan Kirby