We all must diligently study and memorize God's Word that we would learn and hold firm to what He is telling us. That is so important in these last days with evil all around us. Satan knows his time is short. He is working overtime - using temptations, deceit and lies to draw unsuspecting, uninformed folks away from the Lord.
The following Scriptures, as well as others, are Truths we must understand and embrace to not be led astray. I pray that many eyes would be opened as the Light of the Scriptures is revealed.
Eph. 6:12 NKJV
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
Acts 20:29,30 NKJV
For I know this, that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. Also from among yourselves men will rise up, speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after themselves.
Gal. 1:8,9 NKJV
But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed.
2 Pet. 2:1-3 NASB
But false prophets also arose among the people, just as there will also be false teachers among you, who will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them, bringing swift destruction upon themselves. Many will follow their sensuality, and because of them the way of the truth will be maligned; and in their greed they will exploit you with false words; their judgment from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep.
1 John 4:1-3 NKJV (Very important for discerning the Truth)
Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God, and every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is now already in the world.
Matt. 7:21-23 NKJV
“Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ “And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’
Those words of Matt. 7:21-23 should be among of the most frightening words in all of Scripture. Many folks believe they are living the Christian life - doing all the things Christians do, saying all the things Christians say, and by all outward appearances, they would seem to have it all together.
However, they have never fallen on their knees in true repentance, they have never mourned over their lost spiritual condition, and they have never truly given their heart and life to Him in humble and total submission. They don’t have a personal born again relationship with Him. Jesus has never been the Lord and Master of their life as He commands of His followers. Most have fallen victim to Satan’s deceit and lies - causing a spiritual blindness and hardened heart. Sadly, as Scripture says, when they stand before Him one day soon as we all must do, they will hear the words, "I never knew you; depart from Me."
And finally...
Luke 11:28 NKJV
But He said, “More than that, blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it!”
Satan is relentless in his efforts to draw us away from God. Every day is a battle for good and evil. If we don't recognize the evil surrounding us, or don't believe it can affect us, then Satan has already won the battle for our soul. As Eph. 6:11-18 clearly explains, we must put on the full armor of God to be strong in His mighty power to stand firm against the devil's schemes.
Is your anchor holding firm on the solid Rock of Jesus Christ and His Word? Or...is your anchor hopelessly attached to the world with all its snares and temptations - only to be swept away in the storm?
You must be very sure!
Don
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Thursday, May 3, 2012
God Will Honor His Word to Israel
There is much going on in the Mid-East, with Israel, Syria, Egypt and Iran leading the headlines. Interesting what God has to say about matters:
Isaiah45:21b-25 "There is no God besides Me; a just God and a Savior; there is none besides Me. Look to Me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God; there is no other. In the name of Myself I have sworn, from my mouth has rightly gone out, a word that will not return--that to Me every knee shall bow and every tongue will swear about Me that only in Adonai are justice and strength." All who come to Him will come to Him ashamed, but all the descendants of Isra'el will find justice and glory in Adonai.
Psalm 2:1-6 "Why are the nations in an uproar, the peoples grumbling in vain? The earth's kings are taking positions, leaders conspiring together, against Adonai and His anointed. They cry, "Let's break their fetters! Let's throw off their chains!" He who sits in heaven laughs; Adonai looks at them in derision. Then in His anger He rebukes them, terrifies them in His fury. "I, Myself, have installed My King on Tziyon, My holy mountain." From the Complete Jewish Bible
Personally, I don't think He cares what the nations are saying and devising against Israel...He is in control, and those who come against Israel will face His wrath. We are called to pray for the shalom of Israel and Jerusalem... Psalm 122:6 God will do the rest!!
Baruch atem b'Shem, Yeshua
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Yom Ha'atzmaut, Isra'el!!
Happy 64th Birthday! We are the same age. We are both blessed by God. And He will remember His promises to us... to keep us, to guard us from our enemies, to love and cherish and bring us to a good end.
Israel has lost nearly 23, 000 citizens through these years of growing into a solid, stable nation. She is a miracle, surrounded by evil wanting her demise. And while she must daily concentrate on staying alive and safe, her people have blessed the world with inventions and innovations, with brilliant scholars, and multi-talented richness in all the arts. She is an enigma, for no nation her size dwarfed on all sides by hate-filled Arabs bent on her destruction, has ever produced such a strong, determined people, able to thrive and offer so much to the rest of the world, even as the world offers her nothing back but condemnation and misunderstanding!
On behalf of Don and Jan, we offer you our blessings and thank you for your greatest gift of all, Yeshua HaMashiach!
You are truly blessed and a blessing, Isra'el, Beloved of God, and a country that holds my heart in your hands!
Shalu Shalom, Yerushalayim, Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
Baruch atem b'Shem, Yeshua
Happy 64th Birthday! We are the same age. We are both blessed by God. And He will remember His promises to us... to keep us, to guard us from our enemies, to love and cherish and bring us to a good end.
Israel has lost nearly 23, 000 citizens through these years of growing into a solid, stable nation. She is a miracle, surrounded by evil wanting her demise. And while she must daily concentrate on staying alive and safe, her people have blessed the world with inventions and innovations, with brilliant scholars, and multi-talented richness in all the arts. She is an enigma, for no nation her size dwarfed on all sides by hate-filled Arabs bent on her destruction, has ever produced such a strong, determined people, able to thrive and offer so much to the rest of the world, even as the world offers her nothing back but condemnation and misunderstanding!
On behalf of Don and Jan, we offer you our blessings and thank you for your greatest gift of all, Yeshua HaMashiach!
You are truly blessed and a blessing, Isra'el, Beloved of God, and a country that holds my heart in your hands!
Shalu Shalom, Yerushalayim, Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.
Baruch atem b'Shem, Yeshua
Monday, April 16, 2012
NOVEMBER DILEMMA
This writing is my contribution to the excellent theme recently posted by Mid on her blog titled, "Warning!!"
Read Mid's blog here
And, warn we must! The urgent message needs to be shouted from the rooftops for all to hear and understand.
Don
NOVEMBER DILEMMA
With the 2012 elections only a few months away, it is obvious that the DFL candidate will be Obama seeking a second term, and his GOP challenger will probably be Romney. The USA is facing serious domestic issues as well as major issues on the world scene that are unprecedented in our history. This election will likely be the most important election of all time.
During Obama’s 3 ½ years in office, he has effectively and systematically dismantled the U.S. Constitution destroying many of our freedoms, and has weakened our position as a world power. In short, Obama has changed the role of president from one of leadership for the people, of the people, and by the people…to one of a controlling dictatorship. Although he claims to be a Christian, the God of the Bible has no place in his administration. His allegiance is clearly with demonic Islam. Obama’s attitude is that he will easily win the election, and if he does, I believe that during the next four years, we might witness the nail that could seal the USA’s coffin lid.
On the other hand, Romney is another Obama type…except that he wears a different mask to deceive the blind public. Romney also claims to be Christian, but he is an elite, dedicated member of the Mormon cult…having taken a solemn oath in a Mormon Temple pledging to follow its theologies, principles, values, and demands above all else for the establishment of Zion and world-wide domination for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In other words, his Mormon religious commitment must trump the Office of President to govern all decisions.
Both candidates claim the label of Christianity, but their definition of “Christian” is contrary to scriptural teaching. The men are godless agents of Satan working to destroy true Biblical Christianity. How can Biblical Christians cast a God-honoring vote from that mess? Obama must be voted out of office, but the alternative is not pretty. What would Jesus do? Would He bless a Bible believing Christian’s vote to blindly support another heathen for the presidency? I think not!
I believe that all Bible believing Christians must adhere to a “Biblical Worldview” as presented in Scripture…opposed to the popular “Secular Worldview” followed by almost everyone today. Sadly, most people don’t know the difference. If that describes you, then, you are embracing the “Secular Worldview” position by default…whether you claim the Christian label or not. Neither one of the candidates has a clue about a “Biblical Worldview”, nor, do they care.
It has been said that by not voting, or by voting for a third party candidate, it would, in effect, be casting a vote for Obama. That might be so, but we must also remember that in spite of the odds, our choice must be God-honoring above all else. He is in control of all, and has already selected the one who will win to lead the USA in its unique role toward fulfillment of His prophetic plan for humanity.
First and foremost, a Bible believing Christian must pray for Godly discernment and direction. We must vote for a candidate, third party or otherwise, who would most likely embrace a God ordained “Biblical Worldview” for leading our country. In the privacy of the voting booth, your vote will be known only to you and God. Choose wisely for Him!
Read Mid's blog here
And, warn we must! The urgent message needs to be shouted from the rooftops for all to hear and understand.
Don
NOVEMBER DILEMMA
With the 2012 elections only a few months away, it is obvious that the DFL candidate will be Obama seeking a second term, and his GOP challenger will probably be Romney. The USA is facing serious domestic issues as well as major issues on the world scene that are unprecedented in our history. This election will likely be the most important election of all time.
During Obama’s 3 ½ years in office, he has effectively and systematically dismantled the U.S. Constitution destroying many of our freedoms, and has weakened our position as a world power. In short, Obama has changed the role of president from one of leadership for the people, of the people, and by the people…to one of a controlling dictatorship. Although he claims to be a Christian, the God of the Bible has no place in his administration. His allegiance is clearly with demonic Islam. Obama’s attitude is that he will easily win the election, and if he does, I believe that during the next four years, we might witness the nail that could seal the USA’s coffin lid.
On the other hand, Romney is another Obama type…except that he wears a different mask to deceive the blind public. Romney also claims to be Christian, but he is an elite, dedicated member of the Mormon cult…having taken a solemn oath in a Mormon Temple pledging to follow its theologies, principles, values, and demands above all else for the establishment of Zion and world-wide domination for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In other words, his Mormon religious commitment must trump the Office of President to govern all decisions.
Both candidates claim the label of Christianity, but their definition of “Christian” is contrary to scriptural teaching. The men are godless agents of Satan working to destroy true Biblical Christianity. How can Biblical Christians cast a God-honoring vote from that mess? Obama must be voted out of office, but the alternative is not pretty. What would Jesus do? Would He bless a Bible believing Christian’s vote to blindly support another heathen for the presidency? I think not!
I believe that all Bible believing Christians must adhere to a “Biblical Worldview” as presented in Scripture…opposed to the popular “Secular Worldview” followed by almost everyone today. Sadly, most people don’t know the difference. If that describes you, then, you are embracing the “Secular Worldview” position by default…whether you claim the Christian label or not. Neither one of the candidates has a clue about a “Biblical Worldview”, nor, do they care.
It has been said that by not voting, or by voting for a third party candidate, it would, in effect, be casting a vote for Obama. That might be so, but we must also remember that in spite of the odds, our choice must be God-honoring above all else. He is in control of all, and has already selected the one who will win to lead the USA in its unique role toward fulfillment of His prophetic plan for humanity.
First and foremost, a Bible believing Christian must pray for Godly discernment and direction. We must vote for a candidate, third party or otherwise, who would most likely embrace a God ordained “Biblical Worldview” for leading our country. In the privacy of the voting booth, your vote will be known only to you and God. Choose wisely for Him!
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
SWEETER AS THE YEARS GO BY
The spring, summer and fall seasons of my life have past by – existing only in my memory. I am now living within the days of the short winter season that God has allowed for me. I understand and accept that fact.
It was over fifty-five years ago at age fifteen when I responded to an altar call during an evening service in a small-town church. That night the Holy Spirit convicted me of my spiritually lost condition, and led me to tearfully reach out and submit to the Lord – accepting His free gift of salvation that changed my life.
That night my eternal future became safe and secure in Him forever – sealed with the Holy Spirit indwelling deep within my heart and soul as the Scriptures promise (Eph. 1:13-14). Without a doubt, that life changing moment was, and always will be, the most significant event of my life.
However, when I reflect on those fifty-five years, I am saddened and ashamed as I recall the many times when I did not give all the honor and glory to Him. There were wasted years of selfish motives and pride, and years of not placing Christ first in my life above all else. During many of those years my prayer times were minimal at best, and I lacked a desire to study the Word with regularity. Oh, how I would love to have those years back to re-live them for Him.
I had become a born-again believer as a young adult, but due to the many distractions, pressures and temptations surrounding me, along with the busyness of life, I had allowed things of the world to take a higher priority over my new-found faith. My primary focus had been directed toward personal goals and accomplishments, family and friends, and workplace success. Although I knew the Lord was nearby, I had failed to always lean on Him and depend on Him as the Lord and Master of my life.
But, thanks and praises be to God, He will never allow His own to wander far away from Him. The Scriptures promise that He will never leave us or forsake us (Josh. 1:5). We have the promise of Romans 8:35-39 that absolutely nothing could ever separate us from the love of God. When His sheep become lost and stray far away from the pathway He would have for them, the Good Shepherd will find them wherever they are, and then, lovingly call them back to Him.
John 10:27-28 NKJV
My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand.
Although I had wandered away from a close relationship with the Lord, He found me where I was in life and called me back home. As taught in the parable of the lost son (Luke 15:11-32), I came running back to His arms – arms that were open wide to welcome me. From that moment forward, nothing has ever been the same. I quickly came to understand that if He is not Lord of all, then, He is not Lord at all.
During the fall season of my life, He began to reveal His Will and His plan for me in ways I had never before imagined. My prayer became, “You lead the way, Lord, and I will follow.” For the first time in my life I was not only confident, but anxious to shout out to others, “I am His, and He is mine! Do you know Him?”
Jeremiah 29:11-13 NASB
For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.
Since He re-gained my attention, the Scriptures began to open up to me as never before. I have developed a burning desire to share the saving gospel message of Jesus Christ and Him crucified (1 Cor. 2:2; 1 Cor. 15:1-4). The message of the cross must be heard and understood by all.
It is truly amazing what God will do with us after we choose to follow Him, and allow Him to be the Lord and Master of our life! The lyrics from the chorus of the hymn, “The Longer I Serve Him,” come to mind:
The longer I serve Him, the sweeter He grows,
The more that I love Him, more love He bestows;
Each day is like heaven, my heart overflows,
The longer I serve Him, the sweeter He grows.
One day all those who by faith alone (Eph. 2:8-9) have been redeemed by the precious blood of the Lamb will meet our Savior face to face. For some of us, that moment will come sooner rather than later. On that day in heaven at the Judgment Seat of Christ (2 Cor. 5:10), there will be a judgment for all believers when heavenly rewards will be gained, or lost, for our faithfulness, our motives, and for the fruits of our labor as believers (1 Cor. 3:11-15).
I know I will be there as the Scriptures promise for every born-again believer, but the early seasons of my life produced very little good fruit for His honor and glory. While humbly kneeling at Jesus’ feet, my outstretched hands will be empty - revealing nothing worthy during that time for the Master and His kingdom.
However, it is my prayer that, during the winter season of my life, the Truth of the gospel message has gone forth – providing tiny seeds, sown and ready to sprout in the lives of many. I pray that the Holy Spirit would convict those who are lost and searching, and that precious people everywhere would reach out by faith to receive His free gift of salvation.
Romans 10:9-10 NIV
That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.
Day by day the seasons of our life pass us by, and like the sands in an hourglass, they will one day be gone. When we truly know Him as our Savior, our Lord and our Master, each passing year becomes sweeter and more precious than the year before. Do you know Him today? Have you verbally and openly, and in an unashamed manner confessed to others that Jesus is Lord?
Do you truly belong to Him? You must be very sure!
Don
It was over fifty-five years ago at age fifteen when I responded to an altar call during an evening service in a small-town church. That night the Holy Spirit convicted me of my spiritually lost condition, and led me to tearfully reach out and submit to the Lord – accepting His free gift of salvation that changed my life.
That night my eternal future became safe and secure in Him forever – sealed with the Holy Spirit indwelling deep within my heart and soul as the Scriptures promise (Eph. 1:13-14). Without a doubt, that life changing moment was, and always will be, the most significant event of my life.
However, when I reflect on those fifty-five years, I am saddened and ashamed as I recall the many times when I did not give all the honor and glory to Him. There were wasted years of selfish motives and pride, and years of not placing Christ first in my life above all else. During many of those years my prayer times were minimal at best, and I lacked a desire to study the Word with regularity. Oh, how I would love to have those years back to re-live them for Him.
I had become a born-again believer as a young adult, but due to the many distractions, pressures and temptations surrounding me, along with the busyness of life, I had allowed things of the world to take a higher priority over my new-found faith. My primary focus had been directed toward personal goals and accomplishments, family and friends, and workplace success. Although I knew the Lord was nearby, I had failed to always lean on Him and depend on Him as the Lord and Master of my life.
But, thanks and praises be to God, He will never allow His own to wander far away from Him. The Scriptures promise that He will never leave us or forsake us (Josh. 1:5). We have the promise of Romans 8:35-39 that absolutely nothing could ever separate us from the love of God. When His sheep become lost and stray far away from the pathway He would have for them, the Good Shepherd will find them wherever they are, and then, lovingly call them back to Him.
John 10:27-28 NKJV
My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand.
Although I had wandered away from a close relationship with the Lord, He found me where I was in life and called me back home. As taught in the parable of the lost son (Luke 15:11-32), I came running back to His arms – arms that were open wide to welcome me. From that moment forward, nothing has ever been the same. I quickly came to understand that if He is not Lord of all, then, He is not Lord at all.
During the fall season of my life, He began to reveal His Will and His plan for me in ways I had never before imagined. My prayer became, “You lead the way, Lord, and I will follow.” For the first time in my life I was not only confident, but anxious to shout out to others, “I am His, and He is mine! Do you know Him?”
Jeremiah 29:11-13 NASB
For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.
Since He re-gained my attention, the Scriptures began to open up to me as never before. I have developed a burning desire to share the saving gospel message of Jesus Christ and Him crucified (1 Cor. 2:2; 1 Cor. 15:1-4). The message of the cross must be heard and understood by all.
It is truly amazing what God will do with us after we choose to follow Him, and allow Him to be the Lord and Master of our life! The lyrics from the chorus of the hymn, “The Longer I Serve Him,” come to mind:
The longer I serve Him, the sweeter He grows,
The more that I love Him, more love He bestows;
Each day is like heaven, my heart overflows,
The longer I serve Him, the sweeter He grows.
One day all those who by faith alone (Eph. 2:8-9) have been redeemed by the precious blood of the Lamb will meet our Savior face to face. For some of us, that moment will come sooner rather than later. On that day in heaven at the Judgment Seat of Christ (2 Cor. 5:10), there will be a judgment for all believers when heavenly rewards will be gained, or lost, for our faithfulness, our motives, and for the fruits of our labor as believers (1 Cor. 3:11-15).
I know I will be there as the Scriptures promise for every born-again believer, but the early seasons of my life produced very little good fruit for His honor and glory. While humbly kneeling at Jesus’ feet, my outstretched hands will be empty - revealing nothing worthy during that time for the Master and His kingdom.
However, it is my prayer that, during the winter season of my life, the Truth of the gospel message has gone forth – providing tiny seeds, sown and ready to sprout in the lives of many. I pray that the Holy Spirit would convict those who are lost and searching, and that precious people everywhere would reach out by faith to receive His free gift of salvation.
Romans 10:9-10 NIV
That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.
Day by day the seasons of our life pass us by, and like the sands in an hourglass, they will one day be gone. When we truly know Him as our Savior, our Lord and our Master, each passing year becomes sweeter and more precious than the year before. Do you know Him today? Have you verbally and openly, and in an unashamed manner confessed to others that Jesus is Lord?
Do you truly belong to Him? You must be very sure!
Don
Monday, April 2, 2012
Mid-East Prophecy ...
Great Teaching on End Times Prophecy as it relates to Israel!! Make sure you turn off the Jerusalem Online news cast below so it doesn't interfere with the sound.
Baruch atem b'Shem, Yeshua
Baruch atem b'Shem, Yeshua
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