The Holy Spirit In You

Greetings My Friends;

The other day I was reading a book written by John G Lake called your power in the Holy Spirit. The author was a preacher around 100 years ago. A lot of what he wrote, is what we hear today. Some of it really got me started thinking about faith and prayer. It also gave me a new way to look at important things such as the baptism of the Holy Spirit.

I don't know about you, but I was anxious to be baptized in the Holy Spirit. My feeling was that the Holy Spirit was where the power is. Praying in tongues to me was the ultimate prayer. The key to the power. Don't get me wrong, I just wanted to be closer to God, and thought that that was the answer.

The book said that during the time, Paul was teaching, cloths and a few other things touched by Paul were used by believers to heal people. The cloth was placed on the sick person, or just touched the person, and they were healed. The reason these cloths caused people to be healed, is that they were saturated with the spirit of God.

To me that was quite a revelation. He went on to say that when we are baptized in the Holy Spirit, every cell in our body is saturated with the Spirit of God. Talk about a blockbuster statement. This way of looking at the baptism of the Holy Spirit changes the way a person looks at everything.

Think about this for a minute. If every cell is saturated with the Spirit of God, how can any evil thing, such as sickness or doubt survive? It can't. Think of it this way. This is my example. Suppose your cells were soaked in antibiotics, could a germ survive?

We have all heard that the Spirit lives inside of us. We have a tendency to see that blessing with human eyes, and don't usually give it much thought. When you look at it spiritually, you start to realize what we have. For one thing it is written "where two or more are gathered there I will be also" the way I look at it the Holy Spirit and I are in agreement, and are together always. This is a no-brainer.

When you pray for someone, you are a contact point. Just like the cloth in the story of Paul. You are passing Jesus faith and healing power to the other person. The great thing is, Jesus never runs out of faith or power, so you can always be a conduit.

I speak more on this subject at another time, and in the meantime, ask the Holy Spirit to help you see what you have been blessed with.

God Bless You and Remember

Jesus Loves You

Prayer of Salvation;

"Oh God in Heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive your Word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your Spirit, in Jesus name. Amen"

Prince of Doubts

Satan is without a doubt the greatest deceiver the world has ever known. His career of lies and deceit , started back in the Garden of Eden. When he spoke to Eve, he stirred up doubt by his comment "has God indeed said?" You know the rest of the story.

We are all attacked to varying degrees. His favorite trick is to make us think that God doesn't love us, and wants to punish us.

Satan brings things into your life that take advantage of your weaknesses. If you are worried about bills, he will really get to work making everything worse. You will start making bad, desperate decisions. You will start complaining that something always comes up to take your money. A common remark is every time I get a couple of bucks, something happens.

Maybe you feel that your marriage is less than perfect. Your children are nothing but trouble. He will make you dwell on these things to the point where you feel you are serving a life sentence on Devils Island.  Anger will cause you to lash out at your family, causing things to get worse. Comments like "what a lousy marriage I have" "these rotten kids will never get better" the devil wins again with your help.

While all of these things are going on, satan is putting thoughts in your mind like "if God really loved you, would he let all of this happen to you"?

I know two people who are convinced that God hates them t. It seems that they are oblivious to anything that is contrary to what they believe. God's grace can take them from satan's grip. He gave us His Word. No one is lost unless they choose to be. God loves all of us.

satan tries to put so much doubt into your mind, that you will not even think of reading the Word. He knows he cannot fight the Word of God.

Another trick of his is to get you to speak so many negative words about your situation that you actually bring on what you say. Just as faith filled words produce good, negative words produce destruction. Negative words help satan against you.

Read and believe the Word. If you are a believer, satan has no power over you in Jesus name. Becoming a believer in your heart is the answer to everything. If you aren't already, do it soon. God calls each of us, but we have to accept His Son Jesus in order to be saved. He died for us to prove His love. The more you know of God's love the smaller the chance of satan deceiving you.

God Bless You and Remember

Jesus Loves You

Prayer of Salvation

"Oh God in heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive Your Word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your Spirit, in Jesus name. Amen"

Fellowship

Greetings My Friends

Defined as a community of interest, activity, feeling, or experience.

For most of my life, I had never experienced fellowship as it relates to church. The religion I was brought up with, at least in our church, except for everybody being there at the same time, there was no fellowship.

I was so turned off by our religion that I left the church at a very young age. Except for one attempt when our son was born, I had not gone to church in many years. I never even thought about it. One day I heard a preacher on TV.  It sounded different.  He had a real Bible-based message, and I started to watch him semi-regularly. The next thing I knew I was a regular, and I started looking for other preachers. After a while, I was watching three or more preachers every day besides the original one.

I started reading the Bible and watching my preachers. I learned a lot from them, and I felt that this was a terrific substitute for church. At one time or another they all talked about finding a good local church that was Bible-based. I wasn't too keen on the idea. I don't know if it was because of my past experience with church, or just plain laziness, but I fought the idea for a while.

One day my wife said that she thought we should find a church so we could be with other believers. At that point we started to checkout churches. We're looking for a church that taught what we were learning on TV. When we got to church number five, we found it. Well when we started going to the small church, no one had to explain fellowship to us, because this was a church of believers that felt like family. Kind of the way the Bible describes the body of Christ.

All I can say at this point is, I believe in fellowship for several reasons. You really get to know people. If one needs prayer, some or all of the others pray for them. If someone is struggling with something, you get a chance to help, or someone helps you. You learn from each other and witness to each other. Also it is written "when two or more are gathered together in my name I will be there also".

If you've never associated with other believers, you are a juicy target for satan. Yes you have power over him in Jesus name, but he can make you so miserable until you remember that. If you call someone from church, we help each other to realize sooner that you are children of the most high God, and satan has no power over you in Jesus name. At the same time the fire of the word is rekindled in your heart. There really is no substitute for fellowship and the life of a believer.

God Bless You and Remember

 Jesus Loves You;

Prayer of Salvation;

"Oh God in heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive Your Word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your Spirit, in Jesus name. Amen"

Types Of Seed

Greetings My Friends;

When you mention seed, most people don't want to hear about it. It is true that tithing is mentioned a number of times in the Bible.

Genesis 28:22 "And this don't know which I have set as a pillar shall be God's house, and of all that you give me, I will surely give a tenth to you"

Leviticus 27:30 "And all the tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land or of the fruit of the tree, is the Lords. It is holy to the Lord".

As you can see tithing or seed planting referred to many things. The Hebrews raised livestock and produce of all kinds. They didn't have much money so they brought what they had.

An example that I have heard many times, is an ear of corn. It is just one ear with let's say 100 kernels. You take the best 10 kernels and plant them. Take care to water them and they will each produce 500 to 1000 kernels. It works the same way with everything. A large return for what is sown.

We usually don't stop to consider the various types of seeds we can plant. Kindness to others, not just friends but strangers too. Any little thing done from the heart will eventually produce results. Volunteer for a worthy cause. Give your time and effort with a happy heart. Take the time to just listen to someone who needs someone else to talk to. You may be thinking, how can this help me? Well my friends, if you do it because you love God, he will bless you. Start paying attention, and you'll see what I mean.

Luke 8:11 "Now the parable is this: the seed is the Word of God" the parable he is referring to is the one about the sower and the different kinds of ground. If you want to check it out, it is in Luke 8:4 – 10.

This is without a doubt the greatest seed you can plant, and we get it free.  Study the Word diligently, put that seed in your heart. Give it the living water from reading the Word. You will find that you grow into a new man or woman. You will be showered with so many blessings in this life that you will be amazed.

All good works or deeds are rewarded by the most high God.

God bless you and remember

Jesus Loves You

Prayer of Salvation

"Oh God in heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive Your Word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your Spirit, in Jesus name. Amen"

God Versus satan

Greetings My Friends;

I just thought I would pass on this short message because I really believe someone needs it. If we step back and take a look at our lives, it is easy to see how we have been conditioned or brainwashed to follow what everyone else is doing or thinking. In so doing we fall into the situation satan wants us in.

As I write this you may not agree, or even think I am off my rocker. What I say to you is a result of personal experience and is completely true. The brief background can apply to anyone.

We all grow up under different circumstances. Some parents believe in God, and some don't. Some are well-off, and some aren't. We mostly grow up the same way our family does. One thing we all have in common is God loves each of us and has a plan for us. He even goes so far as to make sure everyone sees God one way or another. He wants you to come back to Him.

It is easy to see satan at work. Just look at what is happening in the world. satan tries to convince you that creation happened by itself. The sad part is some highly educated people fall for that line. He wants you to believe that God does not exist. If you believe there is no God, he tells you there is no such thing as sin. Do whatever you want, everything that gives pleasure is good. He is out to destroy man's soul.

A more subtle way he operates this by making seemingly harmless things such as a house something that we must have it all costs. Better job, more money, and a constant supply of stuff we must have. His purpose for all of this is to keep you thinking about stuff, which will keep you from thinking about God.

Another sneaky way he operates is to make you think about what you don't have. Some people spend their whole life in depression and obsessing about what if. Here's where he can get you to think God hates you, and that is why things are the way they are for you. He can keep you so messed up you don't know if you are coming or going.

Now let's look at something else. If you accept Jesus, and follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit, a number of things will happen. You will discover that the things you don't have, including lifelong dreams, is still just stuff. Choose to believe that whatever you are doing that lines up with the Word is part of his plan for you. Do not be a slacker, you are working for Him. Be sincerely thankful for everything he gave you. When you are ready for the next step, it will happen, and it will make you happy.

Remember Satan hates you and wants your company. God however, loves you unconditionally, allowing you to be happy in this life, as well as the next.

God Bless You and Remember
Jesus Loves You

Prayer of Salvation

Oh God in heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive your Word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word  and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your  Spirit , in Jesus name. Amen"

Jesus Incredible Love

Greetings My Friends

I was reading my Bible and got to the part where Jesus suffered in the garden right before his crucifixion. Much has been made of this especially by unbelievers. Even some Christians doubt, claiming He was God and didn't feel anything. Some say He was very scared, and couldn't handle it. All kinds of stories. Well I have my version too, and it is quite different.

Since I was not there, I can only speculate like everyone else. Some say he did not sweat blood. Well my friends there is a condition known as Hematidrosis. It is usually caused by extreme anguish, or physical strain. Subcutaneous capillaries dilate and burst, mingling blood with sweat. Sweating blood seems reasonable to me.

Reade chapter 17 of John. If ever anything was written that shows more love, I would sure like to know what it is. This chapter is so beautiful it brings tears to your eyes. At the most stressful part of His life, so close to what he was going to suffer, he thought only of his disciples and all believers. In His prayer to His Father you can see without doubt how He loves the Father, and all who believe in Him.

The next thing I believe is this. All through His ministry on earth, He encountered unbelief and mans inhumanity to man. Even His apostles didn't seem to believe or understand as much as you would expect. They lived with Him over 3 years and He taught them all that time. They saw his miracles; they healed people in His name, and still didn't completely believe. Before we judge them too harshly, we should look at ourselves. We have His words, and see creation. Do we believe more than they?

Next I think His anguish was at least partly because He thought maybe He should stay longer. I think that is what prompted Him to speak to the Father the way He did.

Hell was created for Satan and the fallen angels. When sin came along man was doomed. To God, sin is sin whether man or Satan. God loves man, so He decided to send a son as a savior. If anyone accepts this gift from God, and acknowledges Jesus with their mouth, their penalty would be paid by Jesus.

When you put all of this together, it would not be a stretch to think that Jesus felt He should stay longer. He had to trust men until His second coming. He didn't want to lose a single person. Yes Jesus is the Son of God, but for that brief moment in time, He was also man. Subject to what all men deal with. As I said, I was not there, and I pray I did not offend the Lord with my opinion.

God Bless You and Remember

Jesus Loves You

Prayer of Salvation

Oh God in Heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive Your Word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your Spirit, in Jesus name. Amen.

Armor of God

Greetings My Friends

If you have been going to church or reading the Word for any length of time, you have probably heard of the full armor of God. The armor was compared to what Roman soldiers wore when they went into battle.

Girded with Truth. Soldiers had a loose fitting tunic, which hindered them in battle. They put on a belt that gathered up the loose clothing. The belt of truth gathers all of the spiritual loose ends, and tucks away anything that would hinder us from truth, and victory.

Breast plate of Righteousness. The soldier had leather, or other heavy covering on his torso, to protect his heart and other vital organs. Our spiritual breastplate is the holiness and righteousness of Jesus. If we stay faithful and obedient to Jesus he provides that spiritual blessing breastplate everyday to help protect us from satan.

Shod with Gospel of Peace. Roman soldiers had boots with nails in them to grip the ground in combat, so they could stand firm. Spiritual boots refers to the Word, and the confidence of divine support to help us hold our ground against satan

Shield of Faith. The soldier carried a shield that protected his whole body. It was covered in leather and soaked in water to protect from fiery darts. The fiery darts are what we usually call temptations from satan. They would also include his lies and promises.

The Helmet of Salvation. Protected the head, a major target in battle. Satan uses doubt and discouragement to try and destroy a person's assurance of salvation. The Word gives us Gods assurance of salvation when we are saved.

The Sword of the Spirit. The soldier’s main weapon was his sword. The believers weapon is the word of God. The truth of the word is overwhelming against satan.

So there you have it. We as believers are fully equipped to do battle with satan. On the offense as well as defense, the Word of God assures us of victory.

God bless you and remember

 Jesus loves you

Prayer of Salvation;

Oh God in heaven, I believe with all of my heart that Jesus has been raised from the dead. I receive your word, and I repent of sin. I renounce the past. Come into my heart, Lord Jesus. I receive my forgiveness. I receive the new birth, cleansed and washed in the Word and in the precious blood of Jesus. Fill me with Your Spirit, in Jesus name. Amen