ARE YOU KIDDING ME?

Oh my....i wrestle with stories of great christian men. (Sometimes)Men like John Henry Newman.1801-1890.A man i understand who started his career as a preacher,as an evangelical.Then drifted into the realm of the Roman Catholic Church.The only saving grace for me,where Newman is concerned,is the fact that he actually preached.I cannot for the life of me see how the rituals of the Roman church match anything biblical.The lack of proper baptism,the confession to priest,the over emphasis of actually praying to the mother mary....etc.etc. Praying to mary is like praying to the apostles.Are you kidding me? Seems the catholic church practices many Jewish religious ceremonial activities.The Bible clearly states that when we accept Christ gift of salvation,we go directly to the Throne of God,by his grace and ask forgiveness for our sins,and petition the Heavenly Father in Jesus name.There are many more examples. Of course the Apostles were referring to the High Preist of judeaism,but like i said before,i just cannot see how any free thinking man who reads the scriptures Can revert back to depending on men for the level of spirituality they need.Newman was touted for his Sermons that were suppose to be strong in emotion. I must say....the confusion for me is Preaching Christ,yet practicing dead religious activity.The two simply do not go together.

AND AGAIN IT SHOWS.

Another observation.JOHN HENRY JOWETT.1864-1923. He said preach to broken hearts.But his ministry was not sentimental.His doctrine was solid.Now my own observation.Battles for power within the churches,feelings hurt,in the church.War over music,finances,sermons,etc.Then suddenly out of no where the Pastor starts preaching with deep conviction and obvious passion.In this case it shows.What shows? The Pastor preacher has been in deep prayer over these issues.Not just lip service. Seems with all of us,something has to break us in order for Gods Spirit to move freely.This is an example of How the Lord is in the middle of the deepest darkest recesses of our lives.He knows each of our strings.And knows which one,and when to pull them.

Believe me it shows.

Good morning.Its been some time.Christmas,church,family....so many activities so little time.Now i feel under the weather as some would say.But the most unhappy i am,not to be able to find my time alone with the Lord.At least the quality time i need and am accustom to.Just an observation this morning spoken not from my mouth but definately i am in agreement. "Careless preliminaries" hastily thrown together;Prayers that sound tragically the same week after week.Preaching sermons without much passion or understanding.We never reach the innermost room in any man'soul by the expediencies of the showman or the buffoon.And lastly....The way of irreverence will never lead to the Holy Place. These were the words of a Godly man JOHN HENRY JOWETT 1864-1923. These issues would definately be noticeable in todays church.Pick any one of them out...and just have discussions with some teachers,pastors and just your average everyday christian.Surely the level of our spirituality is completely up to Us individually.You cannot escape ur level.Believe me it shows.

FOR WHILE THE LAW WAS GIVEN THROUGH MOSES,GRACE (UNEARNED,UNDESERVED FAVOR AND SPIRITUAL BLESSING)AND TRUTH CAME THROUGH JESUS CHRIST {EXODUS 20:1} NO MAN HAS EVER SEEN GOD AT ANY TIME;THE ONLY UNIQUE SON,OR THE ONLY BEGOTTEN SON,WHO IS IN THE BOSOM{IN THE INTIMATE PRESENCE}OF THE FATHER.{HE HAS REVEALED HIM AND BROUGHT HIM OUT WHERE HE CAN BE SEEN;HE HAS INTERPRETED HIM AND HE HAS MADE HIM KNOWN} {PROVERBS 8:30} My initial scripture is taken from the book of 1st John chapter 1:verses 17 and 18. Also taken from the amplified bible. We need both the law and Grace. Law does not chain someone down as explained by some teachers,but Grace does not mean its a license to sin. When we sin we have an advocate before the Father. His name is Jesus Christ.(1ST JOHN 2:VERSE 1 )

TURN NOW......

The book of Isaiah chapter 57:verses 15 thru 21. In just plain talk so we all may understand.The High and Lofty one lives forever,and his name is holy.He says he lives in a high and holy place.He says he is with those who are crushed and humble.He says he will renew their spirit and give them courage.He speaks of his anger not lasting forever,but he was angry because he punished and hides from sinners Yet people continue to sin.He says he will heal them.He said he will guide and give rest,But he says that regardless of all he will do, the wicked are like a churning sea. It isn't quiet, and it's water throws up mud and slime. There is no peace for the wicked ,says my GOD. Please don't continue to live your life wicked. Turn to the Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ name,and let him heal you.Pray he will heal your nation,and guide your nation.But we have to be humble. Don't wait till your crushed.Turn now!

THERE IS NO GOD BESIDE ME.

This little babe in the manger,says the following to us all."INCLINE YOUR EAR,AND COME UNTO ME:HEAR,AND YOUR SOUL SHALL LIVE;AND I WILL MAKE AN EVERLASTING COVENANT WITH YOU,EVEN THE SURE MERCIES OF DAVID..(ISAIAH CHAPTER 55:VERSE 3.) In verse 6 he says"SEEK YE THE LORD WHILE HE MAY BE FOUND,CALL YE UPON HIM WHILE HE IS NEAR.(PRAYER) DEAR HEAVENLY FATHER STAY EVER CLOSE TO ME. FORGIVE ME OF MY MANY SINS,THOSE I INTEND AND THOSE THAT ARE NOT!WALK WITH ME AND PROTECT ME,YOUR HUMBLE SERVANT. I THANK THEE THAT YOUR WAYS ARE ABOVE MINE.AND ABOVE ALL WHO SEEK TO DO EVIL.I THANK THEE FOR YOUR WORD. VERSE 11 OF THE 53RD CHAPTER."SO SHALL MY WORD BE THAT GOETH FORTH OUT OF MY MOUTH:IT SHALL NOT RETURN UNTO ME VOID,BUT IT SHALL ACCOMPLISH THAT WHICH I PLEASE,AND IT SHALL PROSPER IN THE THING WHERETO I SENT IT" Father i thank thee that this is not just a declaration,but a promise. So preachers ,teachers ,evangelist.....keep on preaching the word.It will not return to the Lord void.Isaiah 45:5.....your words....they bless me....."I am the Lord ,and there is no God beside me:I girded thee,thou hast not known me:.......Father i have known thee for 50 years. You chose me as a child.Stay near to me so i can hear your voice.(my Prayer)

AS USUAL CORRECT !

As we celebrate this Christmas remember why we celebrate. ALL WE LIKE SHEEP HAVE GONE ASTRAY;WE HAVE TURNED EVERYONE TO HIS OWN WAY;AND THE LORD HAS LAID ON HIM THE INIQUITY OF US ALL.(ISAIAH CHAPTER 53 VERSE 6) Every time we well up in a fit of rage or something or somebody,just bow that knee in your souls heart and give it to Jesus. He is waiting. Someone may be treating you bad,or you watch them act in an ungodly way even in church. Yet get alone with the Father and invoke the name of Jesus and hand it over to him to handle it.Keep your eyes on him....not the pain.The Heavenly Father gave it all to Jesus anyway. Because he knew we cannot handle it. And he was as usual correct.He took upon himself all our sin. Yes even the petty ones. Prayer: DEAR HEAVENLY FATHER,I COME TO YOU TODAY AND PRAISE YOUR HOLY NAME,AND I THANK YOU FOR SENDING CHRIST TO SPARE ALL OF US FROM A SURE ETERNAL DEATH AND SEPARATION FROM YOU.NOTHING COMPARES WITH THE PRICE YOU PAID. BUT YOUR COMING BACK AND I AM WAITING FOR YOU.FATHER I DESERVED THAT BEATING THAT DAY,THAT BEATING THAT WAS SO TERRIBLE THAT IT DISFIGURED YOU.IT HUMBLES ME TO KNOW THAT YOU DID THAT IN MY PLACE SO I COULD LIVE WITH YOU FOREVER.

Hog wash.

Do you fear America having millions of more jobs?Do you fear searching Moslem churches and stopping acts of terrorism?Do you fear hurting someones feelings by telling them they can't come to America And overthrow our constitution?Do you fear calling out the carpet lieing visural hateful lieing news media pundits? Do you fear having very powerful Negotiators sitting at tables with enemies of America? Do you fear having such a great economy that funding social security is no problem? Do you fear someone who defends you to the end,who doesn't answer to special interest? Well....if you fear all these things,then you may witness the complete distruction of America.Well i hope thats is a stretch on my part.But God forbid.If these things are what you want for America then vote for Donald Trump.

Build that wall.

There was a wall built,that took only 52 days to build.It was built with great opposition and much scoffing. It was built by a man who had much passion.Now you should read the book of( Nehemiah Chapter 6:verse 15.) Also you can start with the 1st Chapter of Nehemiah.A troubled man about the fall of his nation. This man was in grief over the condition of his nation and beloved capitol of Jerusalem.Many people helped rebuild this city back to where Nehemiah desired it to be. Read the awesome 3rd chapter.Much much much opposition to this but yet in 52 short days the wall was built.Nehemiah finally gave up and prayed with passion to the Lord for help. Even his helpers gave up and told him they could not finish the wall.All their enemies tried to create confusion.Yet the prayer to the Lord prevailed as usual.The wall was finally finished and when their enemies heard this,they lost their self confidence. They realized that such an awesome job ,had been performed with the help of the Lord God of Israel.We all in our lives and in our local churches have needs that have to be met. Sometimes churches succeed and they brag on themselves. But then this little church comes along that is filled with Praying men. And suddenly in a mighty way,the Hand of the Lord builds the needs of this little church. And all other churches,and the enemies to Gods house,can see the success was because of the LORD! In your home things are troubling and down right disturbing. Yes there is no prayer?? Give it to God in prayer. He hears your grief. He answers mightily.(Amen)

Have joy.

Good evening. To those in far away lands from America,i salute you and your lives. France we go way way back. Germany...we have had bad times with each other in times past.But to all of Europe and to all people in other countries reading my little sermons.This is for you. The book of Isaiah chapter 35....verses 1 and 2. "The desert and dry land will be glad,and the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like a lily the land will blossom.It will rejoice and sing with joy.It will have the glory of Lebanon,the majesty of Carmel and Sharon.Everyone will see the Glory of the Lord,the majesty of our God.I love my country and i am sure you love yours........and i assure you that my God,Jesus Christ loves all of us.I think of you guys often,and i pray for your salvation and your nation and for peace.Gotta get some sleep now,it has been a very long day for me.God bless until i write again.

SAVE HARD HEARTS.

And Saul was consenting to Stephens death.And at that time their was great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem;and they were all scattered abroad through out the regions of Judea and Samaria ,except the apostles.And devout men carried Stephen to his burial,and made great lamentation over him.(mourned) As for Saul ,he made havoc of the church,entering every house ,and hailing men and women committed them to prison.(ACTS CHAPTER 8:VERSES 1-3.This is an example of the life of a man who had power and prestige and education who actually had Christians murdered and put in Prison.Yet on his way down the Damascus road Christ appeared to him and he was mercifully converted. Oh my...when was the last time Christ tugged on your heart so big time that it humbled you and you were willing to completely change your life?When was the last time you ask Christ to place someone or some issue on your heart and you just could not get satisfied with it. Then you cried out to God for direction.Then you groaned for an answer from the Lord? Christ came to earth to seek and to save that which is lost.If he can save Saul the persecutors of the brethren,change his heart,cause him to sell out even unto death,then why don't we seek Gods guidance until he gives it.No guessing,no hurrying,but never cease the praying.Ask God to do great and mighty things in your life.Keep your eyes on Jesus.Pray God will fill our church houses with those he desires to be there.Pray the Holy Spirit will convict souls of the hard hearted. My Prayer. Thank you Father for giving me to Jesus. Send hard hearts to our church pews. Show us what we should pray and ask for.AMEN.

THINGS THE MEDIA WILL NOT TELL YOU.

Bukhari (50:369)Muhammad supported the assassination of a poet and the killers used the art of deceit,pretending to be against Muhammad in order to draw their victim out in the open,then they brutally killed him. (IBN ISHAQ 834 AND 837.)A perfect example of deceit telling their opponents to lay down their weapons and they would not be harmed. They did and they were quickly beheaded.Remember the word Taqiyya. Groups like ISNA lie about their involvement with terror yet they were formed by the brotherhood and bankrolled by HAMAS. The group CAIR which is all over American TV.shamelessly lies about its ties to terror.Now they have our News media covering for them,by lieing about how all Muslim's are not violent.Qur'ran 16:106 Qur'an 3:28 Qur'an 9:3 40:28,2:225, Qur'an3:54 8:30 10:21 BUKARI 52:269 49:857 84:64:-65 Muslim 32:6303 Bukari:50:369 From Islamic law (Reliance of the Travelor page 746-8.2) Muslims are allowed to be unbelievers in order to defeat their enemies.....examples Kitman and Taquiyya. Next time you see any Muslim on the news that says they are peaceful they are lieing. They will even pretend to be unbelievers in Islams laws.There are numerous ones on the news lieing right now as i write.Do not believe any of them. They all have to go.All of them. Then they must be defeated. The President of the USA..is A Muslim. He is busy transforming the USA. The trojan Horse is in the house,and it is empty and the enemy is loose in our country. Arm yourselves and know this. 911 will not save you,you must do as our founding Fathers intended. Become minute men and protect your families.Police departments all over America are warning us to help them protect ourselves.

I BELONG ....DO YOU?

The festival of the Dedication of the temple in the winter time. Jesus walking around on Solomon's porch in the temple court yard.JESUS told them he was the Son of God and yet they refused to believe.He then blessed us with these words."My sheep respond to my voice and i know he they are.They will never be lost,no one will tear them from me.My Father who gave them to me,is greater than anyone else,and no one can tear tear them away from my Father.The Father and i are one"(The book of John chapter 10:verses 22-30.) My prayer......Dear Heavenly Father,you gave me to Jesus your son,and i claim victory in his name. It matters not what anyone says or does....i belong to you because you chose me to give me to JESUS CHRIST your Son. (AMEN)

THEUDAS???

Many people arrive on the scene claiming self-righteousness. Like Theudas he had a large following. He was killed and his followers were scattered. Then the Bible says another man appeared on the scene named Judas from Galilee and he started a revolt,he to was killed and his followers were scattered. No record of these ever showing up again. In the case of the apostles,Peter included,the religious council they stood in front of,sent them outside for a few minutes.THEUDAS AND JUDAS were brought to their attention,and what occurred with them and their followers.The advice was to release the apostles and see if they be of God or not.The man with the advice did not want a battle with the Lord.Yet when they released them,they beat them before they let them go.The apostles were proud to be beaten for their testimony.With all the drama in the world today,will you be an apostle for Christ,or Theudas? Will you count it all joy,or be a part of a dead religion that preaches death and slaughter to non believers ,such as ISLAM? Christ is risen,and he never said kill unbelievers. Notice that the followers of Jesus have increased and his message is still preached today.Well its get ready to go to the Lords house time.Pray for a great service.

Expect opposition.

Afternoon. Today is midweek church service. So i had many things around the house i had to do. But i will blog some now. (ACTS CHAPTER 5 VERSES 17 THROUGH 25.)Life gets difficult when you have passion about things. But it also gets tuff when u sit back and just watch. Some were wired to stand up,some to sit down ,and some to actually flee for fear of push back. Look at the disciples in this passage.The disciples faced the leaders of the Jewish church,and were arrested and jailed. The angel of the Lord appeared to them in jail,opened the doors then told them to go to the temple courtyard and preach about life with Christ.(life in Christ). Then the leaders sent men to get the disciples and when they got there the disciples were gone.The prison was still securely locked down.Someone told them where the disciples were. They were outside in the courtyard teaching the people.The leaders sent more men to go arrest them again.So they did and took them and made them stand before a council.Then told them....."Did not we tell you guys not to preach(strict orders)not to? So Peter and other apostles responded by saying"We must obey God rather than people" Okay,this is what i mean.Opposition will come and we must be prayed up,and ready to respond.Obey God.Christians are under attack daily in America and the world.Its time to stand. Not be weak. Trust Jesus.He commanded us to speak. Its God's battle. If you were truly called....then who can stand against you and persevere. Preach in the streets,in the pulpit,in the school house,at your family gatherings,at work when the opportunity arises.I can do nothing of my own,but i know who can and will when asked.God bless.

DO WE DARE?

ACTS CHAPTER 4:VERSES 23 THRU 26. Do we dare wait til times get so hard on each of us,to call desperately upon the Lord. Do we dare pray expecting Gods righteous arm to sweep across our land and subdue our enemies.In this story Peter and John were released from the grip of Jewish leaders and went and told other believers what all the Priest and leaders had said to them. When they heard the Bible says they were united and loudly prayed to God. They said these things. "Master,you made the sky,the land,the sea,and everything in them"You said through the Holy Spirit,who spoke through your servant David(our ancestor) quote....Why do the nations act arrogantly? Why do their people devise useless plots? Kings take their stands .Rulers plans together against the Lord and his Messiah" These men prayed ,ask God to allow them to speak his word boldly.They ask him to perform miracles through the holy name of Jesus.IN verse 31 of this chapter notice "When the apostles had finished praying,their meeting place shook. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and continued to speak the word of God boldly. We must press on,but we cannot do it without much prayer,all with the same purpose,and then The Lord will fill us with his Spirit and on we march. Our prayers will be answered. THE lORD'S HOUSE WILL BE FILLED,SOULS WILL BE SAVED.hOW DARE WE TRY THIS ALL IN ONE MIND AND ONE ACCORD.

THE HOLY SPIRIT WILL.

IMAGINE BEING THERE IN THE BOOK OF ACTS when Peter was filled with the Holy Spirit, and spoke to the rulers and leaders of the people. He told them this. #1..he told them he realized they were cross examining the disciples about the good they had done for a crippled man. #2..he ask them if they wanted to know how he got well. #3..he boldly told them this man stood before them healed because of the power of Jesus Christ. #4..he boldly told them that they had crucified Jesus Christ,but God had brought him back to life. #5..Peter said Christ is the stone that the builders rejected,the stone that has become the cornerstone. #6.Peter said no one else can save us. #7..We can be saved only by the power of the one named Jesus and not by any other person. Well you can see how the Holy Spirit can enter a man and his words will be powerful. These rulers were amazed at the disciples boldness,especially when they found they had NO special education. Education is awesome,but does nothing to guarantee the Holy Spirit will speak for you. Get your learning...its awesome.....but keep your eyes on Jesus.I venture to say that an education will not get rid of the fear,when you have been called before rulers to explain yourself.The Holy Spirit will.

WHAT THEY SHOULD DO.

Acts chapter 2:verses 32-40. God used his power to bring Jesus back to life. God used his power to exalt Jesus to the highest position. Jesus received the Holy Ghost and poured out the Holy Spirit as the Father had promised. This is what your seeing and hearing. The crowd was upset at Peters words. Wanted to know what they should do. You must turn (all of you) to God and change the way you think and act. You must be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then you will receive the Holy Ghost as a gift. This promise belongs to you,your children,and to everyone. The promise is for everyone who worships the Lord our God . Peter continued to warn them. He said save yourselves,from this corrupt generation. That day many were baptized. That day 3,000 people were added to the church. Lord raise up men of God that serve you with the help of the Holy Spirit. Like The apostle Peter. Send your Holy Spirit into the pulpits and the pews.In Sunday School and in our music of praise.Add to your church daily. Let the lost hear your words and ask us what they should do. ( AMEN )

A SINGLE PURPOSE WINS EVERY TIME.

Acts chapter 6:verses 42 -47. #1.. DEVOTED DISCIPLES #2.. BREAKING BREAD AND PRAYER #3.. KEPT MEETING TOGETHER. #4.. SHARED EVERYTHING #5.. HAD A SINGLE PURPOSE. #6.. WENT TO CHURCH EVERYDAY. #7.. JOYFUL AND HUMBLE. #8.. ATE AT EACH OTHERS HOMES AND SHARED EACH OTHERS FOOD. #9.. PRAISED GOD,AND HAD THE GOOD WILL OF THE PEOPLE. #10. EVERYDAY THE LORD SAVED PEOPLE AND THEY WERE ADDED TO THE CHURCH. Oh my goodness what thrilling feelings i get deep in my soul when i hear this. I imagine my little church doing this and our pews filled beyond capacity.Way to many churches look empty at least 5 to six days.I guess some will read this and say it's way to much church going.Way to spiritual.That's okay but just a reminder growth comes from the Lord.It says so in this scripture.Lets pray God will make us more devoted to him,and his word and to real honest prayer. Put this all in his lap. See what happens.Prayer is not something you just talk about,you just do it. Do not limit your blessings by limiting your desires. God wants to grow his church,and he wants to use us to do it. Father.....please help me and my church have singleness of mind. Pray according to your will.Prove yourself to people by using us to preach teach and show us how to love one another.IN JESUS PRECIOUS AND POWERFUL NAME I PRAY. (AMEN)

Producing a Harvest.

BLESSED ARE YOUR EYES BECAUSE THEY SEE AND YOUR EARS BECAUSE THEY HEAR.I GUARANTEE YOU THIS TRUTH(JESUS SAID)MANY PROPHETS AND MANY OF GOD'S PEOPLE LONGED TO SEE WHAT YOU SEE BUT DID NOT SEE IT,TO HEAR WHAT YOU HEAR BUT DID NOT HEAR IT.(MATTHEW CHAPTER 13:VERSE 16)VERSES 18- 23 IS JESUS EXPLAINING IN MORE DETAIL. Jesus makes it clear that those of us that hear and see and choose eternal life with Christ will produce as much 100 fold.People watch,people hear us out there.Some will be converted.Lets pray the does not allow Satan to take away what God has already helped us understand.Pray and ask God to produce a harvest in us.

TO TAKE SOME PRESSURE OFF!

Good morning....this morning. Well i wish to share some up lifting scripture from the Lord Jesus Christ.To take some pressure off.You pray and you pray,you preach and preach and preach and it seems to fall on deaf ears.Well it does!!!!! Jesus said so himself.(Matthew chapter 13 verses 1- 15.)He told the story about the farmer who sowed his seed.Some fell in different places and some did not grow,some grew then died,some were sown in dangerous deadly places and started growing and soon were devoured by thorns.Then he was asked a question i am sure he already knew they would ask. You see when Jesus saw this crowd,he got in a boat and pushed out to sea. With his disciples. This is where he told the story.Actually he just sat in the boat just off shore.From there he started his story of the SEED being sown.The disciples ask Jesus why he told stories to illustrate points? Jesus said knowledge about the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven would be given to them but not to the crowd.Those who understand will be given more knowledge and they will excel in understanding them.However some people don't understand and even what they do understand will be taken from them.He said this was why he spoke to them in mysteries.They hear but don't listen,they do not even try to understand.He then spoke of The words of ISAIAH coming true. 'You will hear clearly but never understand. You will see clearly but never comprehend. In the KJV TRANSLATION IT SAYS 'FOR THIS PEOPLE'S HEART IS WAXED GROSS,THEIR EARS DULL OF HEARING,AND THEIR EYES THEY HAVE CLOSED,LEST AT ANY TIME THEY SHOULD SEE WITH THEIR EYES,AND HEAR WITH THEIR EARS,AND SHOULD UNDERSTAND WITH THEIR HEART,AND BE CONVERTED,AND I should heal them'In other words they choose to close their spiritual ears and eyes even though they listened. They choose to not believe and be converted. Read the entire chapter and see how the Lord handled those who did hear and believe. My sermon hear is to lift up those who Preach the gospel,and Pastor churches and lead the music and teach Sunday school.Many will choose not to listen with the right ears.But those that do will continue to hunger and thirst for the Word of God.That's why you must press on.Give the non listeners to the Lord in fervent prayer. Jesus did not quit. So take some pressure off yourself get in the boat and shepherd the listeners.God already knows who hungers and thirst for the word,and they will stand with you.