24-1013: Abiding in Jesus Christ guards one against deception to remain faithful and live ready for His return. John begins this passage by stating that many antichrists are already here, many who want to be like the Antichrist, who actively serve in the same spirit. And this is how we know we live in the “last hour”. John is not speaking of chronology, but in culmination of redemptive history by the Lord Jesus’ second coming. He writes to strengthen Christ-followers to remain faithful in the days they live as they await Christ’s return. In this message, Pastor Lane provides four recognitions to prepare a Christ-follower to trust in Jesus daily as you live ready. we pray this message helps and encourages.