The Antichrist is Here

By Apostle Wale I. Owikoh

RELIGION, WORLD POLITICS & POWER! There is a lot of speculations in the atmosphere concerning the cause of the turbulence and chaos that is wildly raging in the world today. WE REMAIN OFTEN CONFUSED AND DISILLUSIONED ABOUT THE REALITY. Alas! There is an answer, to your QUESTIONS. Yes, the perfect answer has been divinely prepared for you in this book. You are about to make some shocking discovery that will amazingly turn you up for PERFECTION IN LIFE. VICTORY & LASTING PEACE. Where there is LIGHT there is LIFE & PERFECT DIRECTION.
THE ANTICHRIST IS HERE; THE MARK OF THE BEAST 666 IS HERE. Who is the ANTICHRIST and WHAT IS THE REPRESENTATION OF THE MARK 666? Find out in this book! Shalom.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Apostle Wale I. Owikoh
• Release date: Mar 9, 2015
• ISBN: 9781310614279

Apostle Wale I. Owikoh

'The Apostle of Piano' (Wale Israel Owikoh) as been popularly called by friends and many admirers is a graced servant of God. Passionate about excellence, a devout preacher, a virtuoso organist and a graceful psalmist. He has been a devout servant in the office of an Apostle and a Psalmist for about 20 years and still joyfully serving. Apostle Wale has written over a thousand five hundred hymns and spiritual songs in publishing process. Also, he has written countless sermons, quotable quotes, Gospel Jazz Combo Tunes, an exhaustive BIBLE ENCYCLOPEDIA, which he tagged Walk through the WORD and lots of great spiritual materials. He has also ministered to countless souls across many states and cities with signs following.One dynamic aspect of this lowly servant of God is the gift of music which glows in and out of his calling. An excellent and graceful man behind the BOARD {Organ/Piano} and a laser 'side the PULPIT. God gave him such combination that makes you want more of HEAVEN'S FULLNESS.Apostle Wale served as a chief pianist with the REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD NATIONAL MASS CHOIR for about 5-years. He has ministered on stage along side gospel greats in persons of, HELEN BAYLOR, USA. MARVIN WINNANS, USA and a host of others. He has served extensively as a music director and yet still serving as one.One will easily tag him a "music pen": however, God has given this vessel (Wale Israel Owikoh) such an astonishing depth in the knowledge of the scriptures. You always want to hear some more divine words of truth from God through his lips.Apostle Wale is the President and Chief Servant of ALLELUIA MUSIC MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL, HQ. Abuja, Nigeria. He presently travels far and near ministering at gospel seminars, revivals, conventions and christian gatherings. Apostle Wale is a gift of God to this generation and that which is to come.MARANATHA!

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1THE ANTICHRIST IS HERE

THE MARK OF THE BEAST IS HERE

THE DAY OF THE LORD IS NEAR

…He that hath an ear let him hear what the Spirit

saith unto the churches…Rev 3:22

Apostle Wale Israel Owikoh

THE ANTICHRIST IS HERE

THE MARK OF THE BEAST IS HERE

THE DAY OF THE LORD IS NEAR

Copyright © 2015, Apt. Wale Israel Owikoh

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All Scripture quotations used in this book are from the Holy Bible (mainly, the King James and the Webster Version). Other versions and translations of the bible used for quotations are clearly indicated alongside each citation. This is done to aid the reader’s quick and tidy navigation through the scripture while referencing, e.g. AMP. referring to The Amplified Bible, est

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Contents

DEDICATION

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

PREFACE

FORWARD

EXPOSITORY COLUMN

Chapter 1 JESUS CHRIST: Who is He?

1.1 THE PURPOSE…THE PLAN…THE AIM

1.2 CHARACTERS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Chapter 2 THE ANTICHRIST IS HERE: Who is the Antichrist?

2.1 THE PURPOSE…THE PLAN…THE AIM

2.2 CHARACTERS OF THE ANTICHRIST

Chapter 3 THE MARK OF THE BEAST (666) IS HERE

3.1 WHO IS THE BEAST?

3.2 THE REPRESENTATION OF THE MARK OF THE BEAST

3.3 IN WHAT WAYS DO MEN BLASPHEME GOD?

3.4 THE ENTICING MYTH OF THE FOE (SATAN), TODAY

Chapter 4 THE INFLUENCE OF THE BEAST IN THESE LAST

AND EVIL DAYS

4.1 THE POWER OF THE BEAST (The Pride of Life)

4.2 THE SEAT OF THE BEAST (Lust of the Eye)

4.3 THE AUTHORITY OF THE BEAST (Lust of the Flesh)

4.4 ARE YOU A TRUE MINISTER?

4.5 HOW TO DAILY CRUCIFY THE FLESH WITH ITS LUST

Chapter 5 THE WORLD SYSTEM (Controlled by the Beast)

5.1 STRANGE DOCTRINES

Chapter 6 THE HEAVEN’ SYSTEM (Controlled solely by GOD)

Chapter 7 THE DAY OF THE LORD IS NEAR

7.1 THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE LORD’S RETURN

Chapter 8 UPON WHICH FOUNDATION ARE YOU BUILDING?

8.1 IN WHICH WAYS DO WE STRIVE WITH GOD AND

ABUSE HIS GRACE?

8.2 FINAL SAYINGS

CRITICAL QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED

WORD OF TRUTH

QUOTABLE QUOTES

THE DON’T’S OF THE MINISTER AND THE CHURCH

Dedication

This book is solely dedicated to God and to the Word of His grace revealed amongst the saints.

All glory to the Lord of lords and the King of kings; our God who reigns now and forever more, Amen.

Acknowledgment

To the Greatest and Foremost motivator ever, my inspiration; God the creator of the universe, whom by His gracious Spirit hath made this book a reality. All praise, glory and honor to you great God forever and ever, Amen.

To my Priceless Jewel, a virtuous woman designed after the mind of Christ, my blest wife, Mrs. Victoria Wale who stood strongly in gap for me when the going got tough and drear. You are certainly most favored and blessed amongst all women, I love you the more.

I will not forget my little beginning; my parents Mr. & Mrs. J.B Owikoh, whom God hath raised from the foundations of the earth that I may be a vision, come through. May the door of grace and eternal glory be ever open unto you Daddy & Mama, amen! To all my folks, brothers and sisters, I say Gracia!

Finally, I like to acknowledge the splendid and immense contributions of two special artistic designers, Olumide Akinsanya & Tayo Adeniji, who worked tirelessly in designing and setting up the pages of this book. May the Lord set you up for the INCREDIBLE! To the entire family of Mr & Mrs Adeniji, friends and colleagues, who assisted and contributed even in the very least way, you all are greatly honored and appreciated.

Blest is the man who dost esteem virtues comely of Godly report, fervent in all good and perfect works, prudent and lowly, graceful and pure….he shall in no doubt be established in the bounty of God’s eternal glory, lifted above all odds; selah

Apt. Wale I. O

Preface

There is great need for the last days Christian to remain steadfast and resilient in focus, looking ever unto Jesus Christ, our very essence.

Heb 12:1-2a "Wherefore, seeing we also are encompassed with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us;

looking to Jesus the author and finisher of our faith"

This book is a ministry tool that has been graciously crafted by God for His people. It is to unveil deep and divine mysteries which God’s word continually teaches. Ensuring that we are wholesome in God’s Divine Truth and Perfect Will; preparing the devout Christian for the Final CONQUEST!

Get ready to encounter God’s divine presence as you gracefully read this book!

Forward

This book, ‘The Anit-christ is Here’ as a publication is an in-depth revelation of the events of the last days as foretold by the Holy Scriptures, both in the old and new testaments. It is a great book that all and sundry should possess as a spiritual tool, to checkmate our activities here on earth. It is indeed a spiritual mirror that reveals our true spiritual stand before the almighty; the final judge of the world.

The clear manifestations of the Antichrist as recorded in the scriptures are practically here now! The events that will precede the second advent of our Lord Jesus, (the king of Glory) are obvious in our everyday living encounters. The coming of the bridegroom is closer and nearer. The sound of the final trump will soon be heard; it shall be like a nightmare, (2Pet 3:10).

The tripartite sins of the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh and the pride of life has enslaved the inhabitants of the earth. The operators (powers) of the kingdom of darkness are fighting their last and fatal battle against earth’s mortals. Many of the called of God are massively backsliding today at an alarming rate and the flesh seems to be ensnaring many of those in house hold of faith today, Beware! How shall we escape God’s imminent judgment if we do not flee from the ‘Leaven of the Beast’ (Flesh/Sin)? The Author of this book has delivered a great spiritual work to us, by vividly showing us through the help of the Holy Spirit, the various ways to overcoming the flesh, thus been wary of the foe’s deceit. The only way to escape God’s imminent judgment and hell’s torment is by adhering strictly to the orders of God, just as the Author has tidily illustrated in this book.

While commending the Author for this awesome spiritual work, I strongly recommend this blessed book to all and sundry to procure, study it and retain it as a great spiritual treasure in your libraries.

The King is coming, will you and I be ready to meet with Him? Let us do everything possible to escape the pains and brutal torments of hell. The Antichrist is already here! May we all be wholly fit for Christ’s Second Advent. Amen!

Pastor Francis A. Oluwalade

PIC - R.C.C.G FCT PROVINCE 5

DESIRE OF NATIONS

ABUJA, NIGERIA

Expository Column

1John 2:18b…MKJV

"And just as you have heard that antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have risen up, from which we know that it is the last hour"

1John 2:22…MKJV

"Who is a liar but he who denies that Jesus is the Christ? He who denies the Father and the Son is antichrist"

1John 4:3…MKJV

"And every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the antichrist you heard is coming, and even now is already in the world"

Mat 24:24-25…MKJV

For false-Christ’s and false prophets will arise and show great signs and wonders; so much so that, if it were possible, they would deceive even the elect. Behold, I have told you beforehand

Rev 13:1

And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon his heads the name of blasphemy

Contemporary English Version (CEV) says…On each of its heads were names that were an insult to God

Rev 13:6…CEV

The beast cursed God, and it cursed the name of God. It even cursed the place where God lives, as well as everyone who lives in heaven with God

Rev 13:2b

And the dragon (Satan) gave him (the beast), his power, and his seat, and great authority

Rev 13:16-18

And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand or in their foreheads: And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name; here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count the number of the beast: for it is the number of a man; and his number is Six hundred threescore and six

Rev 16:2

"And the first went, and poured out his vial upon the earth; and there fell a noisome and grievous sore upon the men which had the mark of the beast and upon them which worshiped his image"

(DRB) "And the first went and poured out his vial upon the earth. And there fell a sore and grievous wound upon men who had the character of the beast: and upon them that adored the image thereof"

Rev 19:19-20

"And I saw the beast, and the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against him that sat on the horse, and against his army. And the beast was taken, and with him the false prophet that wrought miracles before him, with which he deceived them that had received the mark of the beast, and them that worshiped his image. These both were cast alive into a lake of fire burning with brimstone"

Rev 15:2

And I saw as it were a sea of glass mingled with fire: and them that had gained the victory over the beast, and over his image, and over his mark, and over the number of his name, stand on the sea of glass, having the harps of God

Zep 1:14-16…MKJV

The great day of Jehovah is near; it is near and rushing greatly, the voice of the day of Jehovah. The mighty man shall cry bitterly there. That day is a day of wrath, a day of trouble and distress, a day of waste and ruin, a day of darkness and gloominess, a day of clouds and thick darkness, a day of the ram’s horn and alarm against the fortified cities, and against the high towers

Mat 24:29-30…MKJV

And immediately after the tribulation of those days, the sun shall be darkened and the moon shall not give her light, and the stars shall fall from the heaven, and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken. And then the sign of the Son of Man shall appear in the heavens. And then all the tribes of the earth shall mourn, and they shall see the Son of Man coming in the clouds of the heaven with power and great glory

Rev 22:10-12

And he saith unto me, Seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book: for the time is at hand. He that is unjust, let him be unjust still: and he, which is filthy, let him be filthy still: and he that is righteous, let him be righteous still: and he that is holy, let him be holy still. And behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according his work shall be"

Mat 24:44…MKJV

"Therefore, you also be ready, for in that hour you think not, the Son of Man comes"

Brethren, it pleases God to have preserved our lives even to this very end and more so to establish our hearts and focus in His Word. Nothing more can be of immense blessing to us than the redeeming grace of God, offered abroad unlimitedly for all (Jesus Christ, the Gift of life). It is therefore expedient that we pay keen attention to every word of God and so let Him guide us each moment of our days. Knowing assuredly that in no time from now we shall account for all we have done, be it righteous unto Life Everlasting or evil unto death eternal. Our works shall be tried, our deeds shall be weighed and every of our activities shall be placed upon an open score. Judgment will be given and likewise rewards to everyone, each one according to his works, Rev 22:12.

It is therefore crucial that we follow the Word of God with true revelation that comes from Him alone. By His word your mind is transformed to knowing the divine mysteries embedded in His Word and to living in His perfect Will. These; the carnal mind cannot contain.

We are in the latter days and the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ is closer than when we first knew it. The Antichrist’ deception is now flagrantly spreading and many people are already been swayed off the Truth. There is so much distraction, false doctrines, heresies and vain-philosophies of men (2Tim 3:13, Eph 4:17-18) wining the air today. The people of the world (the unbelieving) are blinded by Satan (2Cor 4:1-4,) so they won’t believe or receive the true Word of God neither obey His commands.

2Tim 3:1 & 13 "This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. But evil men and seducer shall wax worse and worse deceiving, and being deceived"

Eph 4:17-18 MKJV "This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that you should not walk from now on as other nations walk, in the vanity of their mind, having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart"

2Cor 4:3-4 MKJV "But also if our gospel is hidden, it is hidden to those being lost, in whom the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelieving ones, so that the light of the glorious gospel of Christ (who is the image of God) should not dawn on them"

Let it not be strange to you that the antichrist; the liar and the deceiver, is now here. Beware!

1John 2:18b…AMP "And as you have heard that the antichrist [he who will oppose Christ in the guise of Christ] is coming, even now many antichrists have arisen, which confirms our belief that it is the final (the end) time"

Yes! The perilous season is here, (end-time). The world is fast yielding to falsehood and satanic deceptive doctrines. Majority of Christians who once stood fervent in Christ are

now tired and weary. There is great influx of lies and delusions spreading fast throughout the globe now; it’s been referred to as the Doctrine of Inclusion. More so, countless deceptive religious/non religious organizations are fast emerging to massively lead the souls of men into eternal captivity (hell). Do not be deceived; flee all forms of lust with fabricated doctrines and vain philosophies of men which is aimed at destroying your soul. Col 2:8 Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ

The infallible Word of God (Holy Bible) is the only approved and eternally perfected manual given by God, that all men in obedience to His Word (Holy Ordinances) should live unto righteous works, Titus 3:8, 2Tim 3:16-17.

The scripture states clearly that many are now amongst us who are Antichrists (false persons/false prophets). Deceivers whose heart Satan hath possessed, so that they speak great deception from their mouth and utter blasphemy to the Lord’s Holy name. Enslaving the deluded with vain and false miracles which they perform through the influence of the beast, (Rev 13:9-14). These false prophets are filled with pride, living in falsehood. They are cruel enemies of Calvary (Jesus Christ) and their master is Satan.

Matt 24:11 "And many false prophets shall rise and shall deceive many"

1John 2:22…MKJV

"Who is a liar but he who denies that Jesus is the Christ? He who denies the Father and the Son is antichrist"

1John 2:18b…MKJV

"And just as you have heard that antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have risen up, from which we know that it is the last hour"

Be wary of the Leaven of Deception; many deceivers (antichrists) are now here in the world.

These Satanic messengers (ANTICHRISTS) are dwelling amongst us today, of which some are even been deceptively called prophets God. BEWARE! Test every spirit and cling to the Spirit of God alone! The END is near.

Rev 16:2

"And the first went, and poured out his vial upon the earth; and there fell a noisome and grievous sore upon the men which had the mark of the beast and upon them which worshiped his image"

Now, the above quoted scripture explains something very deep and insightful, speaking of the destruction that will come upon the children of disobedient. Yes! Upon those whom the Mark of the beast is sealed. These are those who reject the Truth, refusing to worship the one and only true God of Heaven and Earth; they will be damned forever, Rev 20:10-15, Rev21:8. It is important to know the very deceptive means through which hell and Satan is reaping many into perdition in these last days. It is simply by introducing the personality, the attitude, the seal and the character of the beast into the lives of those refuse to believe in Jesus Christ and walk in His ways. Here is the mystery behind the BEAST’ MARK (666); it is the act of BLASPHEMY TOWARD GOD, impious speaking and obscene action(s) offered to God). Blasphemy against God is the seal of the beast (Character of the Beast); the seal of perdition and the symbolic representation of the Beast’s Mark (666).

In the chapters ahead, we will explain in full details the grave consequences of blasphemy toward God and the ill ways through which men/creatures are been ensnared by Satan to blaspheming God. Hence, we should carefully observe ourselves in the mirror (God’s Word) and be cautious as we daily live. Flee from all forms of evil (sin) whatsoever, that ye may escape God’s wrath and eternal judgment, Luke 21:33-36, Rom 2:1-11.

Take note of the book of Rev 16:2 quoted above and see how the Douay-Rheims Bible version further explains it...

Rev 16:2…

(DRB) "And the first went and poured out his vial upon the earth. And there fell a sore and grievous wound upon men who had the character of the beast: and upon them that adored the image thereof"

The vial been poured on earth represents the vengeance of God released upon men who abhors the Word of God in their hearts, who speak impiously to God, lusting after the beast. Now, those who lust after and worship the beast are classed as..."those who have

the mark on the Beast upon them. In dearer delight the DRB Version explains the term those who have mark of the Beast upon them as those who have the Character of the Beast". These are those who exalt the beast (falsehood) above God in worship; whose ways are an abuse unto GOD. Their words and actions blaspheme God just as the beast and the dragon does (Rev 13). Upon them is the SEAL OF PERDITION, (the mark of the beast *666*). Flee BLASPHEMY against the Holy One (GOD); IT IS THE SEAL OF THE BEAST, THE SEAL OF PERDITION, THE MARK OF THE BEAST (666).

Blasphemy toward God, equals profanity and obscenity offered to the Holy Spirit (the Spirit of God) John 4:24a… God is a Spirit: the CEV version says, God is Spirit. Whosoever blasphemes the name of the Lord blasphemes the Power of God, thus equally insulting the voice of God (Holy Spirit). This is indeed a GRAVE SIN, an unpardonable offence; a swift path that leads to eternal damnation.

Lev 24:6a… And whoever blasphemes the name of the LORD shall surely be put to death

Mar 3:29… But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation

As gross darkness broadly covers the earth, some people forlornly conclude that judgment day is simply an unrealistic panorama, an event that will not occur. Been deceived and deceiving others with vain philosophies and theories of men, (2Tim 3:13). Today, a lot of false persons are been used by Satan to give false predictions about the exact Day of Judgment, (this is a satanic strategy to abuse God’s Word). Now, as these false teachers predicts their lies just to shamefully fail, Satan then uses it to deflate the truth and hope in the hearts of the imprudent minded; who says already in their heart that the coming of the Lord is not real.

The book of 2Pet 3:8-9 in summary says, let no man take for granted the longsuffering of God, whose redemptive time-line plan is beyond Human calculation (for a thousand years before man appears to Him just like a

day). His timeless patience abound, so we all may come to the knowledge of His Word (repentance) and turn away from every sin and iniquity. Beware! Do not abuse the grace of God, for His judgment in severe, 2Thess 2:8-12. Let not the darkness of this world eternally foil your soul Matt 24:11...And many false prophets shall rise and shall deceive many. Do not be deceived; Heaven is real and eternal destruction (Hell) is real! Matt 24:36 …the day and the hour no man knoweth… But the season (perilous/tribulation season) has already been revealed, so that we all may be ready at His coming, Matt 24:21-44. The scripture is NOW BEEN FULFILLED!

The word of God can never fail, despite the unbelief of men. Whatever the Lord has spoken will surely come to fulfillment, ‘it shall not fail’. Matt 24:35 Heaven and Earth shall pass away but my WORDS shall not pass away. God’s Truth is established forever.

He will come with recompense unto every man, according to the work(s) each one has done. (Rev 22:12, Rev 3:11-13)

Rev 22:12 MKJV And behold, I am coming quickly, and my reward is with me, to give to each according as his work is

Rev 3:11-13 MKJV "Behold, I come quickly. Hold fast to that which you have, so that no one may take your crown. Him who overcomes I will make him a pillar in the temple of My God, and he will go out no more. And I will write upon him the name of My God, and the name of the city of My God, the New Jerusalem, which comes down out of Heaven from My God, and My new name. He, who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches"

Jesus Christ afore time through His Word, gave us a perfect insight into all the events that shall precede the Day of Judgment, which now unfolds daily, (Matt 24:1-42). Instructing that no one be deceived by the lie of Satan and false persons which shall enormously rise to deceive many and blaspheme the Truth of God’s Holy Word.

Beloved, give no attention to falsehood and let not your soul