Explosions Throughout America

Sometime in the wee hours of the morning the Spirit spoke and I heard the words many explosions in America. From everything transpiring within the United States, Christians should not be surprised. Unfortunately, I believe many have fallen to sleep. I wasn’t given specific areas since the words used was, all of America. I believe if America does not repent and turn to God, He will render discipline. But the words, America will fall keep echoing in my ear.

But please do not lose hope!

Those who follow Him are called to be a light in the world. We’re called to give testimony to the Christ Jesus and God’s amazing Mercy, Compassion, and love. We are to stand in God’s Truth and perserve. The Lord Jesus Christ is our great Hope because we know God raised Him from the dead on the third day, which means, we will also be raised and will forever be with the Lord.

Miracles Happen

Miracles happen! They happen all the time. I consider myself one, in many ways. The trouble is that the word is tossed about carelessly and used in error. You get varying numbers of how many time it is used in the Bible, depending on the version or the interpretation. Jesus is mentioned as doing thirty five but we know He did many more, so many the books could not hold them.

I have seen those whose lives were spared quite miraculously remain in unbelief that God had stepped in, one even told me that doctors made mistakes. Yes, they are fallible but this boy woke up just before they were preparing him to be an organ donor. Just like not everyone will be saved, not everyone will believe and even if they do they often attribute it to something else, a higher power or technological advancement, not the sacrifice or resurrection power of Christ.

A miracle, by definition,  is an event that is inexplicable in the natural or by scientific and physical laws. It is described as God intervening for mankind, though a lot of beliefs include them and ascribe them to different gods. I like this one from the Topical Bible.  Miracles are seals of a divine mission. That really sums up the ministry of Jesus.

Jesus replied, “I did one miracle on the Sabbath, and you were amazed. ” John 7:21

Now, of course, if you are familiar with Jewish teaching, He should not have worked on the Sabbath, but in the previous chapter, He had multiplied loaves and fishes. They had accused Him of having a demon and He answered that they were trying to kill Him, for He knew their thoughts and the intent of their hearts.  He always knows and we don’t always walk in that discernment. Sometimes, He had to walk away. Jesus told them about the bread of life and many walked away at the teaching of Communion, because they did not understand, the body and blood, and He had not been crucified of risen.

They were still following pagan laws and even the law of Moses, yet, they circumcised on the Sabbath and rescued livestock if the need arose. They were very critical of Him, and He chose not to go on to the feast of Tabernacles. He often said His time had not come. And it was the response to the first miracle at Cana, He changed water to wine for Mary but it was the same answer. He was so condemned for healing on the Sabbath…

Grudges

Many people, including Christians, find themselves holding on to grudges. This may be with a family member, a neighbor, an employer, fellow employee, customer service representative, a teacher, a retail clerk or anyone working in the public.

For me, it was my 3rd grade teacher. You see, I was sitting on the top level of the ladder of the school monkey bars when I was pushed from behind. I landed on my face breaking my nose and blood going everywhere. My teacher at the time got out of her chair came over to me looked closely at my face, tried wiping my face off to some degree and said, you’re ok. Of course when my mother who also worked at the school found out she was livid and rushed me to the hospital. Everything turned out fine but I had two black eyes, a swollen nose, and a busted lip. Unfortunately, nothing could be done except for me to rest, take it easy and allow my body to heal over time.

All these years later I hadn’t realized that I was still holding onto this grudge against my former teacher. And the only way I found out was while I was praying I asked God to remove anything from me that wasn’t becoming to my King. Before long this memory came flooding back. I believe God wanted me to forgive so much that He had the Holy Spirit bring it to my attention.

So as a Christian I know the importance of letting go of these stored up grudges and having the power of the Holy Spirit to guide us in forgiveness. Regardless of what someone does to us, we’re called to forgive them. Maybe this is just one of the reasons why our prayers go unanswered, because of a lack of forgiveness toward others.

Notice how the Lord Jesus Christ addressed this in Mark 11:25,26 when He stated;

And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses. But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.

While Jesus didn’t state that forgiveness hinders prayer, He did say while you’re praying if you have anything against anyone, forgive him. Basically the Lord Jesus is saying if you don’t forgive, you won’t be forgiven your trespasses. And don’t forget what the Lord said while hanging on the tree during the time of His sacrifice in Luke 23:34;

Then Jesus said, Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.

While letting go of grudges is difficult, the Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth says, it’s necessary if we expect to be forgiven our trespasses. If you pray to the Father and ask Him to remove anything that is unbecoming to Him, to our King, know this, He will do it.

You just better be prepared to let go of them!

A Need for Repentance

I was listening to a sermon by John MacArthur who is the pastor at Grace Community Church this evening and He quoted a scripture which caught my attention. For me this scripture is a direct reflection of what we see happening in our world today. This scripture reads;

What is righteousness?

Simply, it means to do what is morally right by the One, GOD, who gave us His divine law. He’s the same One who created the Heaven’s and the Earth and sent His Only Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, to teach us the right way to live.

What does this mean?

Basically it means, if the United States does not reverse it’s path from these world ideologies, if they don’t humble themselves and repent of their sins, America will cease to exist. People please wake up and repent of your sins before it’s too late. These world ideologies goes against everything Jesus taught and God Almighty will judge those who deny the Lord Jesus Christ.

While all sin goes against God it means we as Christians are NOT called to judge, condemn are ridicule non-believers. But we’re called to stand in God’s TRUTH and speak it in a gentle, loving manner regardless of who it offends. One of the scriptures which comes to mind reads;

Today, many claim the title of Christian but fail to live up to God’s TRUTH. Being a Christian myself I know I must be willing to evaluate my walk with the Lord Jesus Christ. Just as all Christians should be willing to do the same. Ask yourself, Where do I stand in my walk with Christ? Am I walking in the footsteps of Jesus? Do I have the mind of Christ? Am I following the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ? Or, am I walking worldly trying to fulfill every lust, desire and passion?

Remember, God knows the heart and there is nothing hidden that will not be exposed!

Blessed are the Meek

Sometimes I really like to focus on the beatitudes because I enjoy reading what the scriptures tell me about those who believe in Christ and in God will end up. For instance, when I spoke of those who are poor in Spirit, the Scriptures state that theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven. Which for me means their home is the Kingdom of Heaven. Knowing this brings me to the next beatitude which reads;

How is this important to Christians, the Church or Religion?

As part of the Church it’s important for Christians to evaluate where they stand. One of the ways I can do this is by using the Beatitudes as a type of measurement tool. But to fully understand this scripture better lets take a look at other words that could easily replace the word Meek. A few of these are, timid, shy, reserved, bashful, introverted, quite, modest, humble, obedient, peaceful, gentle, kind, softhearted, merciful, forgiving, patient, gracious, pleasant, lowly, mild, easygoing and warmhearted.

But what is the actual meaning?

The word meek is defined as someone who is patient and mild; not inclined to anger or resentment according to the American Collins Online Encyclopedia. And when you read this same scripture from the Amplified Bible, it reads;

Blessed[inwardly peaceful, spiritually secure, worthy of respect] are the gentle[the kind-hearted, the sweet-spirited, the self-controlled] for they will inherit the earth.

This particular scripture really makes me think about the Lord Jesus’s character and how it could easily be a reflection of Him and those who follow Him. So I could easily see the word gentle replaced with humble, obedient, peaceful, merciful and forgiving or even lowly. But notice what else this scriptures states, they will inherit the earth.

Can you imagine, living on earth at a time where there is no war, no disease, no hate, no famines, but, GOD’S TRUTH, LOVE, RESPECT and our KING!

May God’s Grace bless you daily,
bring you closer to the Lord Jesus Christ
and Sanctify you in God’s Truth!

Blessed are Those who Mourn

I often hear preachers say, at the end of their sermon, if you repent of your sins, believe in the Lord Jesus Christ you will be saved. While this is absolutely true, personally, the step of repenting of our sins should be one of that is much more detailed. We should lament over what we have done against God. In other words, we don’t recite a simple little prayer and state, I repent of my sins and then expect to be changed.

Because when you look at the Scriptures, when one repented of their sins there was lamentation over them. Meaning, there was grief there was sorrow over what they had done. It wasn’t a moment reciting a few words and expecting God to forgive us. NO! When the people from the Scriptures repented they had a very passionate cry to God over what they had done. It was sorrow cut straight from the heart and feeling guilt, regret and remorse over their sins and how they were lead astray.

Maybe this is why some Christians still struggle with sin. After all many preachers lead us to believe by reciting this generic prayer and lumping all our sins together, we’ll be forgiven of them and we’re no longer obligated to repent. Sure, we’ve all probably said a prayer but was it really heart felt? Did we “really” feel bad over our sins, cry and weep for a few moments, till the service ended and then went back to our normal day in life?

So this brings up many questions for me and leads me to believe that while this prayer maybe a first step, we shouldn’t stop repenting over our sins until we’re given a sign, a word by God or even a dream. And it also brings up the question, if one doesn’t display the same type of lamenting over their sin as in the Scriptures, have they truly been forgiven? Maybe God is calling His people to REPENT the same way they did in Biblical times. Which leads me to the Scripture;

As a Christian, if you’re still struggling with sin, maybe you need to humble yourself before God Almighty and start naming each of your sins before Him and display the same type of lamenting that the people of God did throughout the Scriptures.

May God’s Grace bless you daily,
bring you closer to the Lord Jesus Christ
and Sanctify you in God’s Truth!

This Video Could Save Your Life

After watching this video you will never see the world the same again. If you’re struggling as a Christian, this is breaking Christian News that all Christians and non-believers need to be aware of. It could potentially save your life. If you’re a none believer, maybe it’s time for you to change your path and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. This video exposed a global plan for a one world government or as some call it, the Great Reset. You will see how some blaspheme God and the Lord Jesus Christ and consider the Bible as Fake News. Within the video it states unless you are in complete compliance with them, you will NOT be able to buy food, travel, go to the doctor, or be within society. This is prophecy found within the Bible speaking of the MARK OF THE BEAST!

Those who believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, follow Him and refuse the mark of the Beast, will have eternal life. Unfortunately, many people walk blindly through this world never questioning anything, including Christians. They trust the government, doctors, and political leaders to lead them safely, however, these are mere men trying to be God. They have one agenda, a global governance. So watch this video through the lens of the Bible.

But remember;

We all have sinned, we all have turned away from God, so, God sent His son into the world to save us. We are God’s creation, made in His image. The Bible tells us;

So God’s Son, took on flesh and was born of a virgin. In Hebrew His name is Yeshua/Yehoshua the Mashiach (Messiah) of Natsareth, and in English, Jesus the Christ of Nazareth, whom we call Jesus Christ.

He preached to the Jewish people the need to repent of ones sins and turn back to God. And when you repent of your sins and believe in Him as the Son of God, the Lord Jesus the Christ, you would move from death to life. But this teaching went against the Jewish religious leaders of the time, so, together with the Roman empire they conspired to have the Lord put to death.

Christ was sacrificed on a tree, completely sinless and those who believe in Him His blood covers them through the Covenant. The Scripture reads;

But something amazing happened. On the 3rd day, the Lord Jesus Christ rose, the scriptures read;

Yes, Jesus rose and He ascended back into Heaven with God the Father. But there are many who still doubt this ever took place. But let me say this, there are thousands of people who have had a supernatural awakening, me included. The time is now to turn back to God before it’s too late! Our world is changing fast, things are happening that beyond man’s control. Put your faith in the ONLY one who can save you, the Lord Jesus Christ!

How do you know if you’ve sinned?
Have you ever told a lie?
Ever stole a piece of candy or taken money from your mom’s purse without asking?
Had sex before marriage?
Used God’s name as a cuss word?
Lusted for a new house, new car, new boyfriend or husband?

Many never realize that every action, every word, and even our thoughts can go against God. When we put our family, our wants and desires above God we’re guilty of idolatry! So Pray to Jesus, call out to Him, because religion can’t help you, only HE can!

Get on your knees, cry out to Jesus with a broken heart letting
him know you’re a sinner and you repent of all your sins. Name
every single one of them that you can remember. After you’ve
done this step, tell Him you believe in Him, you believe in His
name and you believe in the one who sent you. And you want
Him to be your Lord and Savior so you can follow in His footsteps.

Remember, Jesus is Lord and He is coming back!

Earthquake Coming

Lying in bed early this morning I heard words which spoke of a natural disaster coming to a particular country. The words spoken were very clear and purposeful for this country and  while I wasn’t given a specific reason as to why this event would take place, I was given particular Scriptures to help with further understanding.

The words spoken was a warning that a 9. magnitude earthquake would soon hit Venezuela. While debating if I should post this on the blog, I was reminded of the scripture;

What I tell you in the dark, speak in the daylight; what is whispered in your ear, proclaim from the housetops.

Matthew 10:27

This scripture refers to the Lord Jesus speaking to His disciples when He sent them out on their mission. He also encouraged His disciples by telling them not to be afraid because things that are hidden will be revealed. The Scripture reads;

So do not be afraid of them, for there is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known.

Matthew 10:26

I believe there is a deeper meaning that will unfold in this situation. Since I clearly heard the words being spoken to me, I believe there will be a revealing in Venezuela. Because the next scriptures Jesus spoke states;

And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear Him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.

Matthew 10:28

Jesus was warning His disciples, His followers, not to fear these people regardless of the actions they take against them. But instead to fear Him who can destroy the soul and body in the lake of fire.

Unfortunately, many people are doing the exact opposite of what Jesus taught and are fearing what is transpiring all around them. While it is human nature to have fear, Jesus taught, those who follow Him must overcome fear. We don’t need man’s weapons, but only the weapons God provides.

We do this by clothing ourselves with the Lord Jesus, by putting on the Armor of God and by standing firm in Faith. We are being urged to be obedient to the Lord Christ Jesus, to follow Him and not to deny. The scripture reads;

Therefore everyone who confesses Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father in Heaven. But whoever denies Me before Men, I will also deny him before My Father in Heaven.

Matthew 10:32

As a believer of Christ, one who seeks to do His will, I will be obedient to Him, to His teachings and to the Father. I will continue to confess the Lord Jesus Christ even in difficult times regardless of the consequences. When we fail to do what He tells us, we’re being disobedient. When we know what the right thing to do is but refuse to stand up for it, it becomes sin. For me it’s not man I fear, but Him who will destroy both soul and body in the lake of fire, as the scriptures reads;

And anyone not found written in the Book of Life was cast into the lake of fire.

Revelation 20:15

While my purpose for writing this is not to scare people but to prepare them and to be obedient. Regardless of what diaster one faces, there is ALWAYS HOPE in the Lord Jesus Christ. And if you don’t know Him start here.

Who Will You Choose?

For those of us who live in the United States we’ve never really experienced Christian persecution as a result of our Faith. Television, radio, and social media platforms are targeting those who believe in Jesus Christ and the message of Truth which He taught. But many Christians are failing to recognize the direction we’re headed and the decision each will have to make. While many Christians are more concerned with worldly issues instead of eternity, the scriptures teach us differently;

But laws are being enacted which could make speaking God’s TRUTH a hate crime. And if you look at the chaos and lawlessness taking place within America today you know the world is about to change. For those who earnestly seek to follow the Lord Jesus Christ and worship God, there’s no doubt, we will be hated.

But as a Christian, I’m not called to judge non-believers or even other Christians, but, I am called to speak God’s Truth in a loving manner to all people. And the Truth is;

But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved! But without repentance and deep sorrow over our sins toward God, it’s all in vain.

We must sincerely feel convicted over everything we’ve done which goes against God. All the lies, stealing, sexual immorality, filthy language, putting others before Him and living worldly. Once we confess all our sins to God we must believe in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Who left His heavenly home and took on flesh. He was born of a virgin, preached the Good News of the Kingdom, and was sacrificed on the cross for our sins, rose on the third day and appeared to His Apostles and over 500 brothers at once. Then, we must be baptized to receive the Holy Spirit.

This is the only way!

The Lost Sheep

One of my favorite parables in the Bible is, The Parable of the Lost Sheep. I say one of my favorites because I like all of them. But this one really speaks to the heart of who Jesus is. This parable is found in the Book of Matthew and Luke. In Matthew it speaks to how the Son of Man came to save those who are lost. But in this instance I’ll use the Luke version.

What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he loses one of them, does not leave the 99 in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost until he finds it? And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. And when he comes home, he calls together friends and neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost!’

I say to you that likewise there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over 99 just persons who need no repentance.

Isn’t this amazing!

Because this is exactly what the Lord Christ Jesus does for each of His lost Sheep. Those who were given to Him by His Father, if they stray or get lost, when they repent, He finds them.

None of us are perfect and many of us have strayed. But the Lord Christ Jesus will find you if you repent of your sins. Don’t hold on to them overburdening yourself with guilt or shame. Instead, humble yourself before God and speak to Him from your heart. Don’t be afraid to tell Him everything you’ve done, because, He already knows. But he’s waiting on you to take that step.

We’re each going to go before the Great White Throne so don’t let these worldly sins get the best of you. And if there’s a specific sin you can’t seem to shake, ask God to deliver you from it.

Repent now, because tomorrow is never promised.

Glory to God…

Speaking One’s Mind

One of the hardest things for me to overcome as a new Christian was the issue of speaking my mind. For those who are outgoing but mixed with an opinionated personality, it can be very difficult. And from time to time, it wants to rear it’s ugly head. But we can overcome these worldly traits in several ways. First, by praying to God and acknowledging this issue within us and asking for His help. Second, meditating on scriptures which speaks of these very things. And thirdly, by memorizing those same scriptures so we can recall them when they’re needed most. One of my favorites reads;

The reason I like this scripture so much is the word hypocrisy. Because it reminds me of the teaching Christ gave about removing the plank from your own eye before pointing fingers at someone else to remove theirs. It’s a great lesson, a reminder and invaluable as I continue my journey through the scriptures.

Know Where Your Church Stands

Many Christians go to Church as a way to learn about the Son of God, Christ Jesus, and to worship God. And now more than ever we want to ensure we’re following Scripture of how a Church should conduct themselves. Because the Lord Jesus warned there would be false Prophets who would deceive many. So it’s extremely important to follow God’s Truth.

But did you know that in the Book of Revelation there were 7 Churches Christ had an important message for? So, as a Christian who attends Church you need to be able to evaluate your Church against those listed. What we’ll be looking at is simply the admonitions Christ gave to the Church and His answer on how to fix it. As a comparison, see where your Church appears in the list.

Church of Ephesus

Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; REPENT and do the first works, or else I will come to you quickly and remove your lamp stand from its place – unless you REPENT. To him who overcomes I will give to eat from the Tree of Life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.

Church in Smyrna

Persecuted with no admonition. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the CROWN OF LIFE. He who overcomes shall not be hurt by the second death.

Church in Pergamos

But I have a few things against you, because you have there those who hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balak to put a stumbling block before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed to idols, and to commit sexual immorality. This you also have those who hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, which thing I hate. REPENT, or else I will come to you quickly and fight against them with the Sword of My Mouth.

To him who overcomes I will give some of the hidden manna to eat. And I will give him a white stone, and on the stone a new name written which no one knows except him who receives it.

Church in Thyatira

Nevertheless I have a few things against you, because you allow that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a Prophetess, to teach and seduce My servants to commit sexual immorality and eat things sacrificed to idols. And he who overcomes, and keeps My works until the end, to him I will give power over the nations. And I will give him the morning star.

Church in Sardis

I know your works, that you are alive, but you are dead. Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die, for I have not found your works perfect before God. Remember therefore how you have received and heard; hold fast and REPENT. Therefore if you will not watch, I will come upon you as a thief, and you will not know what hour I will come upon you. He who overcomes shall be clothed in white garments, and I will not blot out his name from the Book of Life; but I will confess his name before My Father and before His Angels.

Church in Philadelphia

I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; Because you have kept My command to persevere, I also will keep you from the Hour of Trial which shall come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth. He who overcomes, I will make him a pillar in the Temple of My God, and he shall go out no more. I will write on him the name of My God and the name of the city of My God, the New Jerusalem, which comes down out of Heaven from My God. And I will write on him My New Name.

Church of Laodicea

I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth. As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten. Therefore be zealous and REPENT. To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My Throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His Throne.

There seems to be a common theme;

Follow Christ and the Apostles teachings.

Love the Lord God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength

Do the works of the Lord Jesus

Repent of Sexual immorality

No false idols and eat nothing sacrificed to idols.

Stay away from False Prophets and their teachings.

And of course the need to REPENT if you’re not following according to Scripture. And  remember, denominations are not Biblical and if your Church Doctrine doesn’t align with Scriptures or they don’t preach the Good News, I suggest reading your Bible so you can learn the Truth.

But there is something else I noticed, the ONLY CHURCH kept from the Hour of Trial which comes upon the whole world, is the Church in Philadelphia. Which means ONLY those who follow the template of this Church will be protected from the Hour of Trial coming on the world.

Why? Because they’re not being obedient to the Lord. They’re falling false Prophets who twist and pervert God’s Truth. There Churches are filled with Sexual Scandals, false doctrines, and some may do the works but they’ve left their first love.

Many pastors, preachers, ministers an such preach that the Church is taken out and will not endure the Hour of Trial. But according to Scripture, Jesus Christ says this;

I, Jesus, have sent My Angel to testify to you these things in the Churches, I Am the Root and the Offspring of David, the Bright and Morning Star.

The Lord Jesus is giving the Churches a warning, the Book of Revelation was given to prepare these Churches of where they stand with Him and what they would endure if they failed to REPENT and be obedient and follow Christ as the Scriptures warn.

Do NOT be fooled, unless you are falling the Philadelphia Church, you WILL go through the Hour of Trial!