The concept of Spiritual Alarm refers to the state of being vigilant and watchful in one's Christian faith, recognizing the presence of spiritual dangers and being prepared to respond to them. As the Bible warns, "Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour" (1 Peter 5:8), emphasizing the need for believers to be alert and mindful of their spiritual surroundings. In this sense, spiritual alarm is closely tied to the idea of spiritual warfare, as described in Ephesians 6:12, where believers are encouraged to put on the armor of God to withstand the schemes of the devil. By being spiritually alert, Christians can trust in God's sovereignty, as expressed in Romans 8:28, and live a life of faith and obedience, guided by the principles of Scripture.
A.W. Tozer addresses the alarming doctrine of the Remnant, emphasizing that throughout history, the majority of people, including those who identify as Christians, are lost and alienated from God. He illustrates this with biblical examples, such as Noah and Elijah, to show that only a small fraction
David Wilkerson calls for a revival of the 'Samuel Company,' a group of believers who hear God's voice and grieve over the backslidden state of the Church. He emphasizes the need for pastors and evangelists to boldly proclaim God's truth without fear of offending their congregations, just as Samuel
Zac Poonen emphasizes the recurring themes found in the minor prophets, particularly the anger of God against sin, the certainty of judgment, and the existence of a faithful remnant amidst spiritual decline. He draws parallels between the historical decline of Israel and Judah and the current state