BAD NEWS......BUT GOD!

There seemingly is a great deal of fear in many parts of the world today. I know here in these United States citizens are concerned about a government that is out of control and no longer listens to them and fears dictatorship on the horizon. "But we have a Constitution, that will never happen" the uninformed will utter. But this fear is real and is frightening many people. Our balance of power and system of checks and balances is no longer valid it seems.

There is a verse in God's word which I love. Psalm 118:11(NLT) says 'The Lord is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?' We know it is not people we are necessarily supposed to be angry with but realize we are in the midst of spiritual warfare. A battle of good versus evil. Satan is having a hey day. He is using people as his pawns to do his evil works and many deceived are falling right smack dab into the enemies trap.

There is so much deception today. People hear something and believe it is true. Only God's word is true, yet today it is being misused and twisted to justify sinful behavior. Hebrews 13:6 also reiterates the same thing as Psalm 118:6 by saying '......what can mere mortals do to me.'

We truly need to not fear and realize God is indeed still on the throne. He is King of kings and Lord of Lords. God has a plan behind all the chaos that is going on. Sometimes He let's humans have their own way and suffer a bit. We choose to not listen, to not acknowledge Him, not keep His word first, well then see what happens. Isaiah 55:8-9(KJV) says 'For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.' God is still God and is still over the entire universe. No king, prince, czar, ruler, dictator, or president controls Him.

Psalm 93:4(NIV) says 'Mightier than the thunder of great waters and mightier than the breakers of the sea, the Lord on high is mighty.' Meditate on that verse for just a moment. There are things we need to do as well. 2 Chronicles 7:14 should be a very familiar scripture to those who have been praying for America to return to its' Christian roots. 'If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.' Are we truly doing this? Are we taking so much for granted and so busy with our daily lives that we even bother?

Hard times may in fact be on the horizon. Just remember who indeed is on the throne. Psalm 95:3(NIV) says 'The Lord is a great God a great King above all gods.' There are those who live in countries where Christians are persecuted and have to read their Bible in secret or risk death. We need to cry out to God and repent and ask Him to bring revival.

PRAYER: Lord Jesus thank you for being in control. I realize when we do not listen to you sometimes we suffer the consequences. Lord I ask that you open the eyes of the blind and end the curse that is overtaking the United States. Bring revival to this great land. Turn evil men and women's hearts to you. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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UNCERTAIN TIMES

Today is the big day here in the USA where "mere men" ,with too much
power, have put fear in us with a word called Sequestration. Here in
a military town this is especially causing stress not knowing whose
jobs will be safe or if the whole town will fold. Defense cuts affect
not just the military and their family and defense contractors, but the entire US and the

civilian town the military is near. But God is bigger than this crisis created by man. Remember
the verse in 1 Timothy 6:17(NIV) which says 'Command those who are
rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in
wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who
richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.' Elsewhere in
Proverbs 23:5(NIV) further drives this point home when it says 'Cast
but a glance at riches, and they are gone, for they will surely sprout
wings and fly off to the sky like an eagle.'

For those "awake" and paying attention to world events and things in
our own country,we are living in uncertain times. A country of
freedom, prosperity, and independence is slowly being controlled by a
domineering tyrannical government trying to seemingly take over all
aspects of our lives. Many people are frightened today because this day was hyped by the media so much as doomsday.

 

When and if doomsday does come, as a believer we are not to

trust in riches or man to help us or save us. Our hope is to be in the
Lord who made the heavens and the earth and who is in control of it
all. Sometimes He allows men to reap what they sow and has warned us
many times. In scripture it says in 2 Chronicles 7:14(NIV) 'if my
people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and
seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from
heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.' Are we
truly humbling ourselves and seeking God's face or are we way too busy
to have time? Many may be so busy in their careers or at home that
they do not even realize what is happening in the world around them
especially not getting info from the right sources. Many are oblivious

to the impending economic, military, and moral downfall of America

around them. But once again we are not to be frightened by what "mere
men" can do to us as our trust is in God. (See Psalm 118:6 and Psalm
56:4).

Psalm 23(NIV) is often just thought of as a passage of scripture read
only at funerals but there is much more within the words of that
chapter. I have copied it here. Take a moment and read it over and
think about something other than the funeral context you often
probably hear it in.

'The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down
in green pastures,he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my
soul.He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even
though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no
evil, for you are with me;your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You
anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love
will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house
of the Lord forever.'

Today do not be afraid and read out loud the following scripture from
John 14:17(NIV). It says 'Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be
troubled and do not be afraid." God will take care of us. Do not focus
on evil and bad around you but get into his word and let it transform
your heart and give you peace.

PRAYER: Lord we do not know what is happening. We in America have
always seemingly never had worries or fears like other countries and
have taken much for granted. Our morals have started to slide because
we chose back in 1963 to kick you out of our public schools. We did
not give heed to your precious lives you created and since 1973 have
killed millions of babies in the name of women's rights or choice. How
sad this makes me Lord. Please forgive our country for ignoring you
and turning its' back on you. Get us through the stormy days ahead
Lord and bring revival to this land. In Jesus' name. Amen.

Click on the link below and please take a moment and be comforted by
the words of the attached song.
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GOD IS RULING ON HIGH

A week ago in the United States our elections were held and the saying is 'let the best man win' but not necessarily. Things happen for reasons unknown to we mere humans but the thing is our ultimate 'ruler' is God on high, creator of heaven and earth. Our supreme enemy is not a man or a candidate but it is Satan who has caused spiritual warfare here on earth. If he can get us fighting between political parties and not against him then he has success. Satan gets people deceived and believing lies. He is the Father of lies.

I have a few Bible verses I want to share with you. The first comes from the book of Psalm 47:8 and it says "God reigns over the nations. God is seated on His holy throne." 1 Chronicles 16:31 says "Let the heavens rejoice and let the earth be glad. Let them say among the nations The Lord Reigns." Psalm 22:28 reminds us "For dominion belongs to the Lord and from His throne He rules the nations." Psalm 103:19 says " The Lord has established his throne in heaven and His kingdom rules over all."

Do you catch yourself saying ugly things about a person when knowing the real thing you need to do is pray? Christians are not supposed to be letting their mouth get out of control. It is difficult, but when and if you catch yourself slipping ask the Lord to help you. If the individual is doing something not of God, in your opinion, let God deal with him. Your job is to trust God and pray. This goes for lifting up leaders even when we do not agree with them or fear they want to do us harm. Freedom is very precious and our religious freedoms especially. Evil forces would love to drive them completely out of this great land and do it in the name of politics and so far is starting to do that at many levels.

God will take care of those doing wrong and spreading lies. Once again our job is to pray and try to love like Jesus loved. Proverbs 19:9 says "A false witness will not go unpunished and he who breathes out lies will perish."

So my friend we are to keep trusting God, keep praying, and not give up hope. God rules over all and His kingdom will have no end.

PRAYER: Father I thank you so much for the fact that when things in our world go crazy I know you are the ultimate ruler and you do not like it when a man tries to become like you and lord over the people. If anyone is guilty of this Lord set this country free from the chains oftheir tyranny. Protect our own land and we pray for our own President that he can learn to turn to you and treat the people kind and not be divisive. Father convict him of wrong and help him have a servants heart. But Lord Jesus we know you reign over all. Fill our minds with peace as we wait for your return one day.Moreover Lord protect Christians from being caught in Satan's web of deception. Open our eyes to the truth that sets us free.Thank you Lord. In Jesus name. Amen.

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THE BATTLE IS GODS

 There is a battle for good and evil going on in the world. The forces of darkness and the forces of light. Satan is coy and uses all the tools in his arsenal to divide and conquer. He gets lies going and then gets people to believe them and his work is in progress. Unless your mind is saturated in the word of God to know the truth you can easily be led astray by Satan.

Satan is real and demonic spirits are real. Often many churches do not talk about them. Lots of churches like to puff up their denomination as best and the only true way to Jesus but I have got news for you. That arrogance alone is a tool the devil loves because he gets the body of Christ bickering over their churches and not fighting together against him and his sinister forces of evil.

Many may feel church is adequate and therefore remain powerless to come against the forces of darkness. Church is more than a social activity. It is where you gain power to face the battles in the week ahead not just feel good for one hour. If you do not realize there are any forces of darkness then once again Satan has gained ground. He is tricky. He is an angel of light. He is out to destroy the Bible, friendships,families, marriages, Christians, and Christian nations such as the United States of America. He makes people buy into his lies that same sex marriage is just fine and another life style. If you are inconvenienced with an unwanted pregnancy he gets you to believe that it is your 'right' to abort your baby and makes you feel like it is a woman's choice. Regardless of how this life was created, it is still life.,created by God. He, Satan, would like to snuff out as much life as he possibly can. If he gets Christians to buy into the lie of same sex marriages then there goes the opportunity for life right there. Two men can not produce a baby nor can two women. Life is special to God. Since 1973 millions of innocent babies have been slaughtered in the name of 'choice'. What about the babies choice?

When our nation stoops to redefining marriage, taking away religious freedoms, and starting to domineer people and take away their rights given by God something is wrong. The schools also can reeducate the little ones from the get go to believe lies. Many have been sucked into the lie of socialism thinking it is something wonderful. It is the first step to open the door to Communism and total control. We would never recognize the United States if this happened to us. Many laugh it off but so did people in Germany when the charismatic Adolph Hitler wooed them with his fancy rhetoric.

I am not afraid to speak the truth in love. America is one nation under God. If people do not like this then there are plenty of other countries to live in. We are blessed with abundance and are able to help many other nations willingly. We do not have to have our wealth stolen from us and 'redistributed' to help others. Each person has a chance to succeed. Communism is big into class warfare with the premise everyone should be the same. The government will run the show. It will control the people.Ask people who have lived under this if they like it. Ask them if the things they were promised came true. The answer will be a resounding NO.

America is on the threshold of losing her freedoms. I have been told to not write political things in my Christian blog. This is not politics. This is about freedom given by God. God is our master and not a man. God gives us what we need. We have life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. When a nation spends itself into a tizzy with more government programs it can not afford it is on the brink of a major collapse. We have reached that point. Evil forces in the form of Islamic terrorists have crept into the United States the last few years because we did not want to offend anyones religion. Never mind offending Christians but never offend Allah. Now look where we are at. Many still do not see it. They are walking the plank and we pray for their eyes to open. It is not about a political party anymore. It is about saving America.

Now back to Satan. He sure has us where he wants us. But we are on to him and want to save our land. We love America.We love freedom of the press, religion, speech, to peacefully assemble, to own a gun and so much more. If evil powers can take these away from us they can control us. Enough is enough. Jesus is Lord. Not a bunch of men and women trying to lie and dominate us and change our belief system totally removing God.

The Bible says in Psalm 33:12 "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." Exodus 19:5 further says "Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then out of all nations you will be my treasured possession. Although the whole earth is mine." Exodus 34:9 says to us "O Lord, if I have found favor in your eyes," he said, "then let the Lord go with us. Although this is a stiff-necked people, forgive our wickedness and our sin, and take us as your inheritance." Psalm 122:6 says to "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May those who love you be secure." What is America doing to Israel? Giving her orders to move her borders. Say what? The Jews are God's chosen people yet the current government tries to order them around. That is treading in dangerous territory if you ask me.

God wants us to have success. He wants us to prosper. He wants us to love and serve Him. He hates when evil rulers try to hurt his people.

It is time for America to wake up. Revival is needed and needed now. We are not to be against each other or a mere human. We are not to be divided among friends who believe some other way. We are to stand up and recognize and proclaim that Jesus is Lord over this great land and no other.

PRAYER: Lord Jesus you are sad when we do not listen to you. You are sad when evil creeps in and tries to deceive your people. Lord God bring revival to your land. Protect Israel. Help our nation stop treating Israel bad. Lord God wake up your people to see danger on the doorsteps. In Jesus Name. Amen.

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PEACE AND TRUSTING GOD IN TURBULENT TIMES

I have written a good deal the past few days on having peace as many are very concerned about living under tyrannical control and losing the freedoms that have been given to us by God. The government is getting way too big and over the past four years has misused its' powers.  The good news is God is not sitting around chewing his fingernails in despair. After all He is God! The Alpha and the Omega. The creator of heaven and earth. He is bigger than any earthly problems or any lies man can tell to scare other men. He gets the final say in the end so that should bring comfort to you in and of itself. He is not a Republican, Democrat, Libertarian, or Independent. He is God and He sits on his throne and rules from high.

God is not happy when our own government bosses Israel around. Read the Bible and see for yourself. He is not happy when babies are killed in their mother's protective womb in the name of women's health or choice. It saddens him when men change his words to suit their earthly habits. His gift of marriage is between one man and one woman and provides the gift of children. Satan has perverted this and made it sound like we are hateful if we do not let two people  of the same sex who love each other to be married. Our society has accepted it and many Christians are caught up in this lie from the enemy.

If men governed by the holy word of God and fell to their knees daily before doing anything we would be a lot better off. When mankind is tricked, lied to, ridiculed, and the freedom God gave to us is taken away by laws for the 'good of the people' then something is terribly wrong.

It is time for all people to search their hearts. Republican, Democrat, black, white, brown, red or yellow.. This is not about politics but this is about the survival of mankind and the God given gifts of freedom to enjoy this wonderful land without being dictated to or made to feel stupid.

It is time for God to be God and for men and women who name His name above all others to get serious about being a Christian. Get on your knees and pray. Pray for this country. Our land in the United States is like none other but socialist and communistic forces and creeping into our own government to try to take control. America needs to wake up.We have taken things for granted way too long and been 'asleep at the wheel' so to speak and this 'train wreck' has caught  up with us.

It is not time to fear but it is time to pray.

2 Chronicles 7:14 says " If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways then I will hear from heaven and forgive their sin and and heal their land." America, it is time to stop sugar coating what the Bible says and pray for this nation to remain free. Ministers in pulpits, it is time to preach the word of God in season and out of season. Get bold. Get serious. Don't bury your head in the sand. Be more endeared to God and his ways than a political party.

Proverbs 3:5-6 says "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths."  It is time to pray!

PRAYER: Lord God, the United States of America is One Nation Under God yet how can you continue to bless a nation that disregards your laws? Judgment is upon us if we do not turn again to be a righteous nation with a government that truly fears you. Forgive us Lord. Wake up those too attached to a political party more than you. We trust you Lord. In Jesus name. Amen.

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