Introduction

The word "now" is a fascinating word that holds great significance in the Bible. It refers to the present moment or without any further delay. Throughout the Bible, the Holy Spirit inspired the writers and translators to use this word frequently. In the limited time we have, let's explore seven instances where the word "now" appears in the Scriptures.

I. The Present Sacrifice (Hebrews 9:26)

During the last 2000 years, starting with Christ's first coming, we have come to understand that He came to earth as a sacrifice for the sins of the entire world. Christ's sacrifice is complete and perfect, needing no repetition (Hebrews 10:10, 12). Through Christ alone, we can approach the Father in heaven. There is no other way.

II. The Assurance of Safety (Jude 1:24)

The Bible assures us that Christ is able to keep believers from falling and failing. We are secure in God's care through the powerful cleansing blood of Christ and the sealing and indwelling of the Holy Spirit. If you are a genuine Christian, you can experience a sense of safety now, not just after death. We are safe in the arms of the Father and Son, whether we live or die on earth (John 10:28-29).

III. The Peace of Serenity (Romans 15:13)

In this verse, we learn that God fills us with joy and peace as we trust in Him. Even in the midst of challenging circumstances, every believer can experience divine joy, peace, and hope. Trust in the Lord, for He is the God of peace. His peace gives us hope that all will be well in His timing because He is Almighty and in control (Isaiah 26:3).

IV. The Certainty of Faith (Hebrews 11:1)

Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. It allows us to perceive the invisible and understand what is beyond the natural realm. Faith is a fruit of the Holy Spirit and comes by hearing God's Word (Romans 10:17).

V. The Present Sonship (1 John 3:2)

We are told that we are now the children of God. We can be confident that we have been spiritually born and are now God's children. The testimony of God's Spirit assures us of our divine sonship (Romans 8:15-16). Do you have the assurance of being a child of God now?

VI. The Urgency of Salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2b)

Delaying or procrastinating personal salvation is unwise. We never know when it might be too late to be saved. We should accept Jesus as our Savior now because life is passing by, and Jesus is calling. Each rejection of Jesus may make it harder to be saved later on. That's why God says, "Now is the day of salvation." If you are not yet saved, pray for God's mercy and salvation (Psalm 69:13).

VII. The Danger of Stubbornness (2 Timothy 3:8)

This verse refers to Pharaoh's chief magicians, Jannes and Jambres, who opposed Moses and Aaron during the Exodus. When they resisted God's truth spoken through His messengers, it was as if they were fighting against God Himself (1 Timothy 6:5a). As believers, we should avoid stubbornness and be open to God's truth.

Conclusion

As believers in Christ, we possess several blessings that unbelievers do not have: sacrifice, safety, serenity, certainty, sonship, and salvation. However, stubbornness should not be among our attributes. If you are unsure of your salvation, you can be 100% certain right now. Embrace the power of "now" and experience the transformative work of God in your life.

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