THE KEEPER OF THE FAITHFUL By: Major Frank Materu
Key Scripture:
“The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand.”
— Psalm 121:5 (KJV)
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Introduction:
In this present age of spiritual turbulence and global unrest, there is a divine call to recognize and honor the One true Keeper of our souls—God Almighty. As voices rise from every corner of the earth—political, social, religious, and even demonic—many are left confused and entangled in a web of deceit. However, those who are rooted in the truth of God’s Word and led by His Spirit will discern the voice of the Living God above all others.
This article is a prophetic and spiritual exposition that unveils the nature of God as The Keeper. It warns against the seductive voices of deception and emphasizes the importance of discernment, steadfastness, and obedience in these perilous times. Drawing from divine revelation and scriptural truths, the message beckons the faithful to return to the safety and sanity of God’s covering. The reader is reminded that The Keeper is not only able but willing to preserve those who willfully and humbly remain under His protection.
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THE KEEPER AND HIS PROMISE
“The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.”
— Psalm 121:7 (KJV)
The Almighty God is not passive in His relationship with His people. He actively watches, guards, and preserves those who abide in Him. In a world where spiritual warfare is constant and demonic voices are ever present, the assurance of God’s keeping power is an anchor for the soul.
God’s promise is not a vague spiritual metaphor—it is an active divine intervention in the lives of those who keep themselves in Him. Just as a shepherd guards his flock from wolves, God surrounds His faithful with a hedge of protection, sheltering them from spiritual seduction and physical destruction.
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THE LURE OF DEMONIC VOICES
“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.”
— 1 John 4:1 (KJV)
We are living in times when seducing spirits and lying voices abound. These are not merely philosophical opinions or cultural distractions, but demonically empowered deceptions. They entice the undiscerning into spiritual traps, offering temporary pleasures that end in eternal ruin.
These voices often appeal to emotions, ambitions, or personal needs. They may come as friends, influencers, or even religious figures who speak with persuasive authority. Yet behind their charisma lies a deadly intent—to derail destinies and destroy souls.
It is only through intimacy with the Holy Spirit and continual exposure to the Word of God that believers can develop the spiritual discernment necessary to distinguish divine direction from demonic deception.
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THE TIMES OF TERROR AND TREACHERY
“This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.”
— 2 Timothy 3:1 (KJV)
We are undeniably in the last days. Evil has become normalized and wickedness institutionalized. From government offices to educational systems, entertainment, and religious establishments, the infiltration of demonic agendas is widespread. What was once hidden is now brazenly celebrated.
Witches, warlocks, and shape-shifting spirits are not fairy tales; they are spiritual realities manifesting through people and systems that have yielded to darkness. Leaders who should shepherd nations with righteousness have become instruments of cruelty, promoting perversion and suppressing truth.
But the Lord, The Keeper, is exposing these works of darkness. He is bringing to light the hidden deeds of treason and betrayal, and the cry of the righteous is not falling on deaf ears.
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JESUS CHRIST: THE DOOR TO SAFETY
“I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture.”
— John 10:9 (KJV)
Amid the noise and confusion, there remains a sure and steadfast door—Jesus Christ. He is the entrance into the Kingdom of God, the way back to sanity, safety, and salvation. All who enter through Him are delivered from the confusion of the world and brought into the fold of divine protection.
It is through Christ that we gain access to the presence of The Keeper. In Him, we are shielded from the arrows of the wicked, the snares of the deceiver, and the torment of fear. Those who reject Christ are left vulnerable, tossed to and fro by every wind of doctrine and every wave of destruction.
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THE SHAPE-SHIFTING SPIRITS IN HIGH PLACES
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world…”
— Ephesians 6:12 (KJV)
Many in power today have fully yielded to dark principalities. These rulers no longer operate under human reasoning but are driven by demonic instruction. Their strategies are rooted in destruction, and their aim is to enthrone chaos while enslaving the masses.
The shape-shifting spirits that control them manifest in the form of compromised morals, irrational policies, and godless governance. These are days when spiritual blindness is celebrated, and divine truth is persecuted. The faithful must not submit to such wickedness but must resist it through prayer, prophetic declaration, and unwavering obedience to God.
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THE COST OF CHOOSING FALSE KEEPERS
“There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.”
— Proverbs 14:12 (KJV)
Those who choose to follow false voices and demonic leaders will inevitably suffer destruction. The enemy never gives without taking. The pleasures of sin are but for a moment, yet the consequences are eternal. Many have exchanged their divine destiny for the temporary illusions offered by the devil, only to find themselves enslaved and destroyed.
Some sell themselves as “well-kept prostitutes” of the world, seeking validation and wealth, only to become puppets of demonic oppression. The very voices that once praised them turn to condemn and consume them when they are no longer useful. But those who keep themselves in God will be preserved and honored by Him.
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THE CALL TO DISCERNMENT AND DEVOTION
“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.”
— John 10:27 (KJV)
Now more than ever, God’s people must hear and obey His voice. Discernment is not a spiritual luxury but a survival necessity. The Holy Spirit is calling believers to a deeper level of devotion and discipline, where His voice is not just one among many, but the only one that matters.
Those who walk in obedience will be used mightily in these days as messengers of truth, instruments of healing, and defenders of righteousness. They will operate under divine authority, unaffected by the madness of the world, and sustained by the power of The Keeper.
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Summary:
The Keeper is calling. In these dark days of deception, He is preserving a remnant that refuses to bow to Baal, a people who reject compromise and choose the way of righteousness. This message is a divine reminder that God's keeping power is real, active, and available to those who stay faithful to Him.
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Conclusion:
As chaos escalates and deception intensifies, we are reminded that God remains The Keeper of all who place their trust in Him. He is not distant, nor is He indifferent. He sees, He knows, and He acts on behalf of His people. Let us therefore resist the voices of seduction, anchor ourselves in the truth, and walk in the power of divine preservation.
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Call to Action:
Now is the time to examine your heart and ask, “Whose voice am I following?” Return to The Keeper. Commit to intimacy with Christ. Reject compromise. Speak truth. Love righteousness. And boldly stand for the Kingdom of God in these perilous days.
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Final Word of Encouragement:
Be encouraged, beloved of God. You are not forgotten, and you are not forsaken. The Keeper is near. He watches over you, fights for you, and surrounds you with His unfailing love. Hold fast your confession, cling to His Word, and let your life be a testimony of His faithfulness.
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Salvation Prayer:
Lord Jesus,
I acknowledge that I am a sinner in need of Your grace. I repent of my sins and turn away from all that is wicked. I believe that You died for my sins and rose again on the third day. Today, I accept You as my Lord and Savior. Come into my life and make me new. I surrender to Your will and choose to walk with You all the days of my life. Thank You for saving me. In Your Holy Name, I pray. Amen.
