Are we witnessing this Last Days danger: falling away from the faith?
Matthew 13:20–21 (ESV)
“As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy, yet he has no root in himself, but endures for a while, and when tribulation or persecution arises on account of the word, immediately he falls away.”
The warning signs have been growing for decades, but today, they are impossible to ignore. A spiritual crisis is unfolding right before us—one that the Bible has long warned about.
The deconstruction movement (More), where individuals question, dismantle, and often abandon their Christian faith, is sweeping through churches, ministries, and even worship bands. Well-known pastors, Christian authors, and musicians have publicly declared they no longer believe in Jesus. What was once whispered in isolated corners of doubt has become a mainstream trend.
But is this merely a phase of questioning, or is it something much deeper? Could this be the great falling away that Scripture warns will take place before Jesus returns?
Apostasy: A Dangerous Trend
The Bible speaks clearly about a time when many will turn from the faith.
1 Timothy 4:1 (ESV)
“Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons.”
Apostasy—falling away from faith—is not just an unfortunate reality; it is a prophetic warning. Those leaving Christianity are not simply walking away in silence. Many of them are actively working to dismantle the faith of others, spreading doubt, and attacking core biblical beliefs.
Some former believers claim they have “outgrown” Christianity. Others say they have been freed from what they now call an oppressive system. But make no mistake—turning away from Jesus is not freedom. It is deception.
Many of these individuals were never truly rooted in Christ. They may have had an emotional experience, but when trials, persecution, or the pressure of the world came, their faith crumbled. This is exactly what Jesus described in the Parable of the Sower—faith that is built on shallow soil cannot survive hardship.
Ridicule and Mockery of Truth
The world has always mocked Christianity, but in these last days, the hostility seems to be intensifying.
A recent CNN report mocked the biblical teaching of the rapture, even going so far as to claim that children raised to believe in it suffer from PTSD (Link). This kind of attack is not new. Many who leave the faith say they were harmed by Christian teachings about sin, judgment, and eternity. But in reality, the problem is not with the truth—it is with a heart that refuses to accept it.
This rejection of biblical truth aligns with Paul’s warning:
2 Thessalonians 2:3 (ESV)
“Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction.”
The rebellion Paul speaks of is not just a general rejection of God—it is an aggressive turning away from the faith. This is what we see today as people proudly renounce Christianity and encourage others to do the same.
A Growing Corruption in the Church
The danger is not just outside the church—it is within. Many pastors and Christian leaders are abandoning biblical truth in favor of cultural acceptance. Some deny foundational doctrines like the authority of Scripture, the reality of sin, and the necessity of repentance. Others twist the gospel, making it about self-improvement rather than salvation.
Paul warned about this in 2 Timothy:
2 Timothy 4:3–4 (ESV)
“For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.”
This is exactly what we see today. False teachers tell people what they want to hear instead of what they need to hear. They preach a gospel of comfort without conviction, grace without repentance, and faith without obedience.
If your church is led by someone who does not uphold biblical truth, it is time to find a new church. Do not sit under leadership that waters down the gospel.
Stand Firm in the Faith
In these last days, we must be vigilant. Deception is everywhere, and the enemy is working hard to pull people away from the truth. But we are not without defense.
Ephesians 6:11 (ESV)
“Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.”
To remain strong, we must:
- Stay rooted in the Word. Make daily Bible reading a priority.
- Pray without ceasing. Strengthen your relationship with God through constant prayer.
- Be part of a Bible-teaching church. Surround yourself with believers who hold firm to Scripture.
- Guard your heart and mind. Do not let doubt, false teaching, or worldly pressures shake your faith.
Jesus is coming soon. Do not be one of those who fall away. Instead, stand firm, hold fast to the truth, and endure until the end.
Are you prepared to stand strong in these last days?
Additional Resources:
Signs of the Times
What to expect in the Last Days
Navigating the End Times: Finding Strength in Church Community
