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November 24th, 2017

11/24/2017

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As I began to write this newsletter I feel like Saint Jude. We are in a time where we must earnestly contend for our faith. The world has given itself wholly over to the pleasures of the flesh and mind. They have sought for and found preachers who have justified them. I have known Godly parents who would never compromise their faith.  then their child will  come out as a homosexual and they do an about face accepting their sin.

1 Timothy 4:1 The Holy Spirit speaks clearly saying that in the last days many will depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of devils.

The devil is rewriting the Bible and Christians are exchanging God’s Holy Word for the revelation of belial. Folks are finding that the Bible is too restrictive, in other words, they want the pleasures of the flesh with no consequence. The devil has gathered a large following of people who believe they will not be judged for having a “little” fun. Preachers do not like preaching about sin all the time, they would rather talk about the fruit of righteousness. However, if we don’t deal with sin and put it under  the Blood of Jesus, there will be no fruit of righteousness. How strong are the seducing spirits? Jude warned us of them explicitly but despite his alarm. The doctrine of “greasy grace” is sweeping through the churches. The doctrine is simple and erroneous, do whatever feels good and grace will cover you unconditionally.

Romans 12:21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

If we are instructed to avoid being overwhelmed with evil it means we have more power to resist evil than the evil has to overcome us. If we choose to surrender to doing good then evil has no power over us. We overcome evil by doing what is right. If you are a born-again Christian and you do something evil, you’re not going to hell. God is not looking for perfect people. He is looking for faithful people. God does not want to lose anyone so He gave us the ministry of repentance. When we repent of our errors we are, in essence, cleansing our temple. God needs clean vessels to dwell in and to flow out of.  Repentance insures us a clear path for His supernatural power to flow out of.  I am familiar with a church where the Pastor and  congregation engage in the consumption of alcohol. These people are all saved but the presence of God and manifestations of the spirit are quite rare.

2 Corinthians 7:1Dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

Filthiness of the flesh is all immorality; things that Jesus would never do. It’s all those things Jesus died for to break the power over our lives. You’re as righteous as you will ever be, but you must perfect your holiness which is your commitment to honor God and His Word.

 

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    OFFERING DECLARATION
    I know the grace of God,
    it came from His love for me.

    Jesus was a wealthy man,
    but the curse made Him poor so I could be increased with wealth.

    Jesus is my Passover,
    I eat His body and drink His blood.
    ​

    I have His life within me,
    a life of peace and abundance.

    ​PRAYER FOCUS
    YEAR OF THE LOCAL CHURCH
    PRAYERS FOR OUR NATION
     
    BORDER CRISIS:
    Protection for: People who are innocently being lured to America with false promises from our leadership. Lord, protect those people especially the children. Protect them and our nation from the flood of drugs, cartels, terrorists, traffickers and all the diseases that now have access to our cities and citizens. Post angels along our southern border. Expose the evil. Praying for our law officials and National Guard on the front lines.  Give them protection and wisdom.
     
    GOVERNMENT FEDERAL/STATE/LOCAL:
    We pray in agreement with your Word: Luke 8:17 “Nothing is secret that will not be revealed, nor anything hidden that will not be known and come to light”. Truth cannot be hidden. The truth sets us free.  Jesus is the Way, Truth and Light! Give the Righteous leaders boldness, wisdom and strength as they fight on the front lines. Give them every tool they need to  carry out your will Father. Every person who is in a place of authority that does not have a legal “God right” to be there will be transformed or removed.
     
    ALL LEGAL MATTERS:  We pray for those legally gathering up and exposing the enemy’s lies. Protection for them and their families. All cover-ups and deeds done in darkness against the United States of America will have complete exposure.  God’s plans and purpose for America will prevail.

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