The prophesy that knowledge shall be increased was made known to Prophet Daniel.
Daniel 12:4 But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.
This is the assurance that gospel can be preached unto all nations.
Matthew 24:14 And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.
It is impossible then at that time can gospel be preached because of limited technology compared to what we have today. With the help of the internet using computers, the gospel when preached can be viewed simultaneously in all the four corners of this earth.
The question is, can anyone fund the simultaneous broadcasting? Knowing for a fact that an hour air time in a well known television channel is very expensive. Not unless there are members who are rich and are willing to share some of their wealth.
This young rich man asked Jesus, what shall he do that he may inherit eternal life?
Mark 10:19 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.
Mark 10:20 And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I observed from my youth.
Mark 10:21 Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.
Mark 10:22 And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions.
Mark 10:23 And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!
This question comes to my mind. Why is it that Jesus asked the young rich man in Mark 10:21 to sell his possessions and give it to the poor, take up his cross & follow him instead of saying follow me & we will use your wealth in preaching the gospel?
It is the assurance of Jesus to the young rich man that thou shalt have treasure in heaven, but as a follower of Jesus we have this commandment:
Galatians 6:6 Let him who is taught the word share in all good things with him who teaches.
I am confident, with the help of God, the gospel can be preached unto all nations. The very reason why I give my share although mine was not good enough.
Richest men of the world. Hear ye! Hear ye! Want to become Saints? Be baptized in order for you to share because this congregation do not accept anything from a non member.
3 John 1:7 Because that for his name's sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.
Who among the billionaires of this world will make the first move to fund the airing of the program and be a partner and fellow helper in preaching the gospel. Is it Bill Gates, the computer man? Will it be Buffet? or Slim chance?
1 Corinthians 4:7 For who maketh thee to differ from another? and what hast thou that thou didst not receive? now if thou didst receive it, why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it?
Lucas 12:21 So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God.
Matthew 6:21 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.
This is the commandment for the rich in this world.
1 Timothy 6:17 Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;
1 Timothy 6:18 That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;
The Story of the Rich Man and beggar Lazarus.
Luke 16:22 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried;
Luke 16:23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom.
Luke 16:24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
Luke 16:25 But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
Luke 16:26 And beside all this, between us and you there is a great gulf fixed: so that they which would pass from hence to you cannot; neither can they pass to us, that would come from thence.
Luke 16:27 Then he said, I pray thee therefore, father, that thou wouldest send him to my father's house:
Luke 16:28 For I have five brethren; that he may testify unto them, lest they also come into this place of torment.
Luke 16:31 And he said unto him, If they hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.
Richest men of this world. Hear ye! Hear ye!
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