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I apologize that this is the first post in a long time. I look forward to speaking revelation into your lives.
These are perilous times, but these are great times. I believe that we live in the day that we will see the return of Jesus. As we see things unfolding everyday, we can see the Scriptures coming to life. That which has been long concealed is now being unveiled. That which was mysterious, is now becoming manifested. As we read Ezekiel 37-39, we can see the Middle East and Russia being strategically placed for an end-time war against Israel. We are warned to pay close attention to the powers from the extreme north. Extreme north is Russia. Nations are congregating and plotting to come against Israel and her allies. America has always experienced blessing because America has always stood with Israel. Now, as America is leaning toward the support of the Palestinians, America is suffering today greater than it ever has.
I look at currents events and watch the cataclysmic devastation around the world. To those that have read the Word of God, these events are not surprising nor alarming. I am fully aware that earthquakes have always happened. Yet, we need to pay attention to the frequency and the intensity of the earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions (Luke 21:10-11). It is interesting that catastrophes have happened on September 11 in New York, January 11 in Haiti, and now March 11 in Japan. The number eleven (11) in biblical understanding deals with the things of imperfection, disorganization of systems, and the disorder or chaos of things. In these last days a spirit of chaos is brewing, but be encouraged! God has always been in authority over chaos! From the very beginning of time, God the Creator has brooded over the chaos.
These are the days that we must get closer to God. These are the days of divine return. There is a grieving as God calling is for the return of His children. Pious platitudes and sanctimonious religious worship won't work anymore. He is calling for a new and fresh relationship that is strong enough to carry you through the storm and the fire. Be comforted for God will place you under His care and protection if you are willing to trust Him.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Child-like Faith
I received this from Pastor Bill - Christian Cyber Ministries. January 26 2011. Thought it was worth reading.
Scripture: Mark 10:15
"These children are at the very center of life in the kingdom. Mark this: Unless you accept God's kingdom in the simplicity of a child, you'll never get in." MSG
The following is said to be from an 8 year old boy who was completing a third grade homework assignment in a Christian School. The assignment: "Explain God"
The boy began, "One of God's main jobs is making people. He makes them to replace the ones that die, so there will be enough people to take care of things on earth. He doesn't make grownups, just babies. I think because they are smaller and easier to make. That way he doesn't have to take up his valuable time teaching them to talk and walk. He can just leave that to Moms and Dads."
He followed up: "God's second most important job is listening to prayers. An awful lot of this goes on, since some people, like preachers and things, pray at times besides bedtime. God doesn't have time to listen to the radio or TV because of this. Because he hears everything, there must be a terrible lot of noise in his ears, unless he has thought of a way to turn it off."
He followed up: "God's second most important job is listening to prayers. An awful lot of this goes on, since some people, like preachers and things, pray at times besides bedtime. God doesn't have time to listen to the radio or TV because of this. Because he hears everything, there must be a terrible lot of noise in his ears, unless he has thought of a way to turn it off."
The boy continued: "God sees everything and hears everything and is everywhere which keeps Him pretty busy. So you shouldn't go wasting his time by going over your Mom and Dad's head asking for something they said you couldn't have."
He also added: "Atheists are people who don't believe in God. I don't think there are any in town --- at least there aren't any who come to our church."
The boy speaking about Jesus: "Jesus is God's Son. He used to do all the hard work like walking on water and performing miracles and trying to teach the people who didn't want to learn about God. They finally got tired of him preaching to them and they crucified him. But he was good and kind, like his father, and he told his father that they didn't know what they were doing and to forgive them and God said O.K."
About church the boy commented: "You should always go to church on Sunday because it makes God happy, and if there's anybody you want to make happy, it's God. Don't skip church or do something you think will be more fun like going to the beach. This is wrong and besides the sun doesn't come out at the beach until noon anyway."
He followed with this Atheist analysis: "If you don't believe in God, besides being an atheist, you will be very lonely --- because your parents can't go everywhere with you, like to camp, but God can. It is good to know He's around when you're scared, in the dark or when you can't swim."
As a wrap the boy continued, "But you shouldn't just always think of what God can do for you. I figure God put me here and he can take me back anytime he pleases. So I better get to work telling everyone about him so they don't miss out. And that's who God is and why I believe in the Father, Son and Holy Spirit."
He also added: "Atheists are people who don't believe in God. I don't think there are any in town --- at least there aren't any who come to our church."
The boy speaking about Jesus: "Jesus is God's Son. He used to do all the hard work like walking on water and performing miracles and trying to teach the people who didn't want to learn about God. They finally got tired of him preaching to them and they crucified him. But he was good and kind, like his father, and he told his father that they didn't know what they were doing and to forgive them and God said O.K."
About church the boy commented: "You should always go to church on Sunday because it makes God happy, and if there's anybody you want to make happy, it's God. Don't skip church or do something you think will be more fun like going to the beach. This is wrong and besides the sun doesn't come out at the beach until noon anyway."
He followed with this Atheist analysis: "If you don't believe in God, besides being an atheist, you will be very lonely --- because your parents can't go everywhere with you, like to camp, but God can. It is good to know He's around when you're scared, in the dark or when you can't swim."
As a wrap the boy continued, "But you shouldn't just always think of what God can do for you. I figure God put me here and he can take me back anytime he pleases. So I better get to work telling everyone about him so they don't miss out. And that's who God is and why I believe in the Father, Son and Holy Spirit."
Prayer: Father thank you for child like faith no matter how old I am. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen!
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Obeying the Command of Baptism
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Thursday, June 10, 2010
The Revival Center Prayer Tent
Need Prayer?
We are believing for miracles, healings, deliverance and a demonstration of God to the people of Paso Robles. The Revival Center Prayer Tent is already being used by God. The Prayer Tent has been pitched on the corner of Spring and 9th Street in Paso Robles. Frank Fritschel, the owner and manager of the Melody Ranch Motel, has been gracious enough to allow us to use his property for this powerful ministry. God is raising up tremendous workers to pray for those in need. Minister ReRe Taylor, Dottie Gracie, and Edie Cook are some of the first few to have served as prayer attendants. So far, we have been taking the tent out on Thursday afternoons until about four o'clock. June 3rd was our first outreach and today, June 10th, was our second. God has proved Himself awesome.
Today, the tent was pulsating with power. The presence of the Spirit of God was evident. People were driving by honking, waving, and eventually stopping saying, "Yes, I need prayer." One lady stopped and said I need prayer and just started to cry. Dottie embraced her and she told us she had just lost her husband and she needed peace. A long time friend of mine was just happening to be driving from Salinas passing through. He had called me and asked, "Can I stop by for a blessing?" He was not even aware of the tent ministry. So, we prayed and he went on his way to Nevada.
As we were chatting amongst ourselves, a man, his wife, and teenage son approached us. With tears in their eyes, they said that they needed prayer. As I inquired of the prayer need, the husband said, "My wife was diagnosed with a brain tumor yesterday." Then the wife said, "As we were praying this morning, the Lord showed me a white tent with the word 'revival' written on it." As they were driving down Spring Street, the husband exclaimed, "There is your tent!" WOW! GOD IS AWESOME ALL BY HIMSELF! We prayed the prayer of faith and I am expecting to hear the miracle of God.
Sounds to me like God is in the tent.
Stay tuned, I shall be giving you updates as to what and as to where God is performing His miracles.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
ENJOY YOUR LIFE
Life should be enjoyed, not endured. We have the choice to live on the edge of excitement or on the depths of despair. God has given life as a gift with all of its fullness. We need to practice the attitude of: This is the day the Lord has made; I SHALL REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT !
Life is filled with choices. Choice is the element of truth that will determine our destiny. Choice is born out of our soul. The soul is the seat of thought, emotions, and understanding. The soul should not be determined by outward circumstances, but by the inner voice of the Spirit of God. We must ask God regarding our purpose and reason for this place in our life. What is it that God is doing in and through me right now?
Here are some ways to get through your present circumstances:
Life is filled with choices. Choice is the element of truth that will determine our destiny. Choice is born out of our soul. The soul is the seat of thought, emotions, and understanding. The soul should not be determined by outward circumstances, but by the inner voice of the Spirit of God. We must ask God regarding our purpose and reason for this place in our life. What is it that God is doing in and through me right now?
Here are some ways to get through your present circumstances:
- Choose life.
- Choose to smile.
- Choose to quit complaining.
- Choose to find the positive in a seemingly negative circumstance.
- Choose to remember that God is in control and you are not.
- Guard your speech.
- Have a joyful heart.
Matthew 6:33 says to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things (good things) will be added to your life.
You are a blessing and have been created to be a blessing. Believe that good things are attracted to you. See yourself as a blessing magnet. Believe that you receive and you shall have it.
SMILE, IT WILL INCREASE YOUR FACE VALUE !
Monday, April 5, 2010
“By the Words of Our Mouth”
Words are a creative force. May we not become sloppy or lazy with the gifts of words.
Interesting study.
eu phe mism (yoo’ fe mis’ em), n. 1. The substitution of a mild, indirect, or vague expression for one thought to be offensively harsh or blunt. 2. The expression so substituted: “To pass away” is a euphemism for “to die”
All of the following definitions are taken from The Random House Dictionary of the English Language (The Unabridged Edition 1966) unless otherwise noted.
Dang (dang), v.t., adj., n. damn (used euphemistically).
Darn 2 (därn), Informal. –adj., adv. 1. Darned. –v.t. 2. To curse; damn: Darn that pesky kid! --n. 3. Give a darn. See damn (def.11). [var. of damn]
I'll be darn means I'll be damned
dog gone (dog’gon”, --gon’, dog’--) v. t., --goned, --goning, adj. superl. –gon est, adv. Informal. –v,t, 1. To damn: Doggone your silly ideas. –adj. 2. Also, doggoned. damned, confounded: That was a doggone insult. Well, I’ll be doggoned. 3. Also, doggoned. Informal. Damned: He’s a doggone poor sport. [euphemistic alter. of God damn(ed)]
gee2 (je), interj. Informal (used to express surprise, enthusiasm, or simple emphasis): Gee, that’s great! Gee, I can’t remember the book’s title. [euphemism for JESUS]
gol ly (gol’ e), interj. Informal. (used as a mild exclamation expressing surprise, wonder, puzzlement, or the like.) [euphemistic alter. of GOD]
gosh (gosh), interj. An exclamation or mild oath. [euphemistic alter. of GOD]
heck’ (hik), interj. Informal (used a a mild expression of annoyance, rejection, disgust, etc.): What the heck do you care? [euphemistic alter. of HELL] What hell do you care.
screw (skroo), n. 12. Slang (vulgar). An act of coitus. 25. Slang (vulgar). To have coitus with. 30. Slang (vulgar) to have coitus.
shoot2 (shoot). Euphemism for shit. (according to the New College Edition of the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language)
whiz2 (hwiz, wiz), n. wizard (def. 3). (often attached to gee) Jesus the Wizard
wiz ard (wiz’ erd), n. a. one who professes to practice magic; a magician or sorcerer.
So, euphemisms directed towards God or profane should not be apart of our conversation. We need to learn how to chose our words and make our words count.
Proverbs 18:21
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
God has put His words in your mouth. Speak what God is speaking.
Have a fantastic and word anointing day !
Words are a creative force. May we not become sloppy or lazy with the gifts of words.
Interesting study.
eu phe mism (yoo’ fe mis’ em), n. 1. The substitution of a mild, indirect, or vague expression for one thought to be offensively harsh or blunt. 2. The expression so substituted: “To pass away” is a euphemism for “to die”
All of the following definitions are taken from The Random House Dictionary of the English Language (The Unabridged Edition 1966) unless otherwise noted.
Dang (dang), v.t., adj., n. damn (used euphemistically).
Darn 2 (därn), Informal. –adj., adv. 1. Darned. –v.t. 2. To curse; damn: Darn that pesky kid! --n. 3. Give a darn. See damn (def.11). [var. of damn]
I'll be darn means I'll be damned
dog gone (dog’gon”, --gon’, dog’--) v. t., --goned, --goning, adj. superl. –gon est, adv. Informal. –v,t, 1. To damn: Doggone your silly ideas. –adj. 2. Also, doggoned. damned, confounded: That was a doggone insult. Well, I’ll be doggoned. 3. Also, doggoned. Informal. Damned: He’s a doggone poor sport. [euphemistic alter. of God damn(ed)]
gee2 (je), interj. Informal (used to express surprise, enthusiasm, or simple emphasis): Gee, that’s great! Gee, I can’t remember the book’s title. [euphemism for JESUS]
gol ly (gol’ e), interj. Informal. (used as a mild exclamation expressing surprise, wonder, puzzlement, or the like.) [euphemistic alter. of GOD]
gosh (gosh), interj. An exclamation or mild oath. [euphemistic alter. of GOD]
heck’ (hik), interj. Informal (used a a mild expression of annoyance, rejection, disgust, etc.): What the heck do you care? [euphemistic alter. of HELL] What hell do you care.
screw (skroo), n. 12. Slang (vulgar). An act of coitus. 25. Slang (vulgar). To have coitus with. 30. Slang (vulgar) to have coitus.
shoot2 (shoot). Euphemism for shit. (according to the New College Edition of the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language)
whiz2 (hwiz, wiz), n. wizard (def. 3). (often attached to gee) Jesus the Wizard
wiz ard (wiz’ erd), n. a. one who professes to practice magic; a magician or sorcerer.
So, euphemisms directed towards God or profane should not be apart of our conversation. We need to learn how to chose our words and make our words count.
Proverbs 18:21
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
God has put His words in your mouth. Speak what God is speaking.
Have a fantastic and word anointing day !
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