PART 2 Jesus Red Letter Warning
“Not Everyone Who Says Unto Me: A Teaching on Matthew 7:21–23”
Can a Spirit Baptized Ministry Lose Their Eternal Salvation?
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Let’s Closely Examine this Key Scripture:
Matthew 7:21–23 (KJV) Jesus Addressing the Many Christian Leaders
“Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?
And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.”
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Please examine this alarming ministry passage:
I. Overview of Matthew 7:21–23: What Did Jesus Actually Say?
This is one of the most sobering warnings Jesus ever gave — and He gave it to religious people. Not unbelievers.
This passage isn’t about atheists or people far from the church — it’s about ministers, miracle workers, prophets, and spiritual leaders.
They had outward success in ministry but lacked a genuine relationship with the Lord.
And Jesus calls them out not for lack of activity but for their lawlessness (Greek: anomia) — working outside of God’s ways.
II. Word Study: “I Never Knew You” and “Iniquity”
Let’s define two key phrases using Strong’s Concordance:
“I never knew you” – Greek: ginōskō (Strong’s G1097)
To know intimately, relationally, personally. Not just “know about” someone. This is deep, experiential relationship.
“Ye that work iniquity” – Greek: anomia (Strong’s G458)
Lawlessness; rebellion; living outside of divine law and order. It implies spiritual autonomy and self-governance — doing God’s work without God’s heart or order.
III. Modern-Day Application: The Age of Platforms and Performers
In the YouTube/social media era, it’s easy to gain a following, look anointed, and produce “fruit” (videos, followers, events).
But Jesus didn’t say, “By their videos ye shall know them.”
He said, “By their fruits ye shall know them.” (Matthew 7:16)
What fruit?
The fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23).
The fruit of repentance (Matthew 3:8).
The fruit of righteousness (James 3:18).
The fruit of doing the Father’s will (Matthew 7:21).
IV. The Public Spectacle: False Accusation, Profiteering, and Religious Fame
Today, we see ministers:
Calling others false publicly — but with no relationship, no Matthew 18:15 “submitted to Bible command to face to face, one to one, private humble” confronting) approach.
Making videos to expose others — with zero humility, no context, no private communication.
Using Scripture as a sword to wound, not heal.
Profiting off reviling content that accuses, mocks, and exploits mistakes of others.
POINT: Most dangerously, subtly replacing Jesus as the gatekeeper to the kingdom with their personal standards.
V. Training the Body of Christ: What Jesus Wants vs. What Religion Demands
Jesus wants:
Relationship over résumé.
Obedience over output.
Intimacy over industry.
Heart over hype.
The people He said “depart from Me” to were functioning in power — but not abiding in His presence.
VI. A Plea for Reverent Leadership in the Ephesians 4 Community
- Jesus builds His Church on (Ephesians 45:11, 4) EORR mutual submission, respect, and the fear of the Lord.
Many today are:
- Discerning wrongly because they do not pause to know the person (Isaiah 1:18, Galatians 6:1, Matthew 18:15–16).
- Mocking the gifts of the Spirit, especially in women, charismatic, or racially diverse leaders.
- Targeting others outside their movement and bypassing biblical protocol for confrontation.
This is not reproof — it’s character assassination.And the Lord does not endorse abuse in His name.
VII. Conclusion: Who Truly Enters the Kingdom?
Jesus is not impressed with ministry output. He’s looking for hearts that know Him, obey Him, and represent Him in humility.
Key takeaway:
Before you name, call out, expose, or “discern” another minister — ask yourself:
- Have I followed Matthew 18:15–16?(am I submitted to in private, one to one confront?”)
- Am I conformed Galatians 6:1(am I knowledgeable enough to honor God’s whole Bible counsel and to “make a meek, face to face appointment” to maturely, respectfully leader “correct’ .Am I operating in genuine Jesus like “humility” or in personal ego and puffed up all knowing pride?
Let us walk worthy of our calling (Ephesians 4:1) — not merely loud in accusation, but low in heart and rich in mercy.
We all may need to repent!
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