I happened to pick up a book at the Good Will right after I talked to the fellow who wrote The Apostasy. It was huge book written by Bullinger re biblical figures of speech, very interesting and quite complex. I just happened to open the page to the definition of apostasy so what I share now I think is very appropriate  and that is the title of this post. So it seems as if God is emphesizing this point. We know that the build up of apostasy started with satan as soon as Christ appeared. But of course it can not take full effect until the 5 wise virgins dissappear. I would pay very close attention to what this man says in his book which you can only get by mailing him a letter for now. He stated to me that going on the internet for him was like Samson losing his hair, he wants to stay pure and from this danger filled envirnment. Curiously I had just read that chapter in the bible before I called him.
 
Figures of speech in the bible should not be overlooked but taken very seriously, it is adding emphasis or emotion to the point being made to further understand what is being said.
 
THere will be very difficult times ahead for those who have become foolish and careless in their walk, this I would call passing under the rod.
 
THis is the link to the book re apostasy.
 
http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2007/s07040161.htm