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The Name That Shall not Be Named |JESUS IS LORD!

“saying, “By a charge we commanded you not to teach in this name, and behold, you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching, and you intend to bring upon us the blood of this man.”But Peter and the apostles answering said, “It is necessary to obey God rather than men.” — Peter in Acts chapter 5:28-29

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I was talking to One of the guys in our family who is in full-time ministry along with his wife. He was telling me that the city Council of that city that the church is in, sent a letter telling all Christian churches that they were not to use the name of Jesus anymore in city council prayer meetings..

  • That they would have to generalize the name of God in their prayer. So he said that the senior pastor decided not to go.

  • I disagree 100% with that. As Christians we do not cower because we have the power. As Christians we do not run from fire we run into the fire because like the three young men and the story of Daniel Jesus will hold us and keep us and protect us. We won’t do as the world says — for all to bow down to satanic images and culture; we do not, we cannot.

  • We stand with the name the name that is no longer popular. The name that People want to get rid of. The name that infuriates those that don’t know him personally.
  • What I would’ve done as I would’ve gone in there and said in the name of the Lord of lords, king of kings, the name above all names. In the name that I cannot mention.
  • And his mighty name that I cannot say but one day all will bow down to that Name and that is why I pray in His name.

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—It would behoof all of you not to try to hide His Name that is systematically being deleted. It will be in vain! The Roman Empire tried, they failed. All kingdoms have tried but failed. Don’t make the same mistake as they did. Instead embrace and welcome His name into your lives and into society. Jesus has changed societies for the better.

  • I for one will never stop exclaiming Jesus Name. I don’t care what authorities do or say. They are but a small vapor in existence. Jesus is the Creator of this universe and exists outside of time and space. He is forever.
  • Who do you think I will listen to?!

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Modern Day Martyrs in Syria & Iraq Part I |Persecuted Christians Series

Persecuted Church Series Part I

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This subject has been weighing heavy on my heart for a few years now. As I see the Christian faith being ripped into chaos, I can’t help but wonder if this is prophecy being fulfilled or do we as Christians have to wait for the Lord a bit longer.
The persecution of Judeo-Christian values is increasing. We hear from our brethren in Syria and Iraq who have been at the forefront of Christian persecution for the sake of their faith. The atrocities being done in the name of a peaceful religion who doesn’t accept other religious points of views would be quite ridiculous if it weren’t happening right before our modern eyes.
Since I have spoken before about our Iraqi and Syrian brothers and sisters in Christ, this is where the Lord led me to begin asking all who read this to start praying with me for the increasing persecution of the Christian church in different parts of the world. I also want to encourage our brethren in Syria and Iraq to stand firm in the faith...

—To the persecuted brethren in Iraq and Syria,

May God’s grace shown through our Lord and Savior Jesus be upon you. There is no other grace and peace in any other name. They may tell you to renounce Jesus the Savior of the world, but you will not shame Him in this way. Because you know that only Jesus can give you this graceful peace and comfort to withstand the enemies fiery darts.

—The Lord Jesus loves you, and we here in America love you too.

Some of us have been praying for all of you. I can’t fathom what you have gone through and don’t wish this upon anyone else. What I do know, is that all of you have been an inspiration and an example of what true faith is. Your faith has stood above reproach. You have made God’s name known to the most vicious of people.

Just like Paul and the saints of old, you have preached Jesus and of His only way. Because He is the Way, the Truth and the Life in this world.
May the Lord bless all of you. May the Lord keep you in His comfort. May the Lord shine His face of glory upon you. May God strengthen you to withstand the deceptions of the enemy whom you in Iraq and Syria have threatened in such a way, that the enemy has sent his demonic drones to try to shut your mouths, no matter the costs.
I pray that you stand firm in the faith. That you look to your Author and Finisher, the Perfecter of our faith. Stand strong in Christ! Do not look to the right or to your left. But focus your gaze on Jesus who will take you out of the fiery trials. Some of you have paid an awful price. You have lost loved ones. But they are not lost! They have been found. Found in the arms of our Savior. He has taken away their pains and wiped away all their tears. They are now resting. They are now waiting. Waiting for you, their loved ones to join them one day.

—Your loved ones are the saints who have been given the honor of standing before our Lord in His throne room. They have been given the white robes and are singing to the Lamb of God, who has given all martyrs restful peace.

Brothers and sisters, you also have this blessed hope. The hope of one day being with Jesus our Savior. Keep running the race that has been set for all of you. Run with faith knowing that He is there with you.

—Preach your faith Knowing that Jesus will give you the words to say. Don’t be afraid! Let me repeat this, don’t be frightened. God is with you, who can be against you!

May the Lord bring His Mighty Spirit to change your countries. May He do the same work and a more excellent work in your countries, so that all those lost in an empty religion which brings doubts, anger, and chaos, will finally see The Light, Jesus Christ who can bring His saving grace and peace to all who ask.
We have not forgotten you, and we will continue praying for your strength.
In Jesus’ mighty Name, I send this! Amen!

***** If you would come along side of us and pray for our Christian brothers and sisters, here are a few links to help you:

Voice of the Martyrs

Open Doors

Billy Graham Ministries

Release International

 

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Unto Us A Child Is Born — Unto Us His Son Is Given |Christmas Series 2018 Part VII

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It is fitting that tonight would be part seven of this series. For to us God’s Son was given. Unto Humanity He would serve. Unto Humanity He would humble Himself. It is no coincidence that Jesus was born in a manger where the main staple of meat for the Jews at that time was lamb.
You see, most people read about a child being born in a manger and he was wrapped in “swaddling cloths“, but no one has ever explained what this means.

An explanation could be:

  • The foreshadowing of Jesus’ birth and also death. 
  • The foreshadowing of Jesus being the Lamb of God who would one day be the Passover Lamb on the cross.

Shepherds who were used by the Temple leadership to tend to the sacrificial lambs would have to pick out the best ones being born to pass inspection. They would check everything in the body so they would not have any blemishes or deformities. Then the shepherds would wrap them up in swaddling cloths to keep them warm.

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Here is where I think it gets interesting.

  • Why did the Temple shepherds use swaddling cloths?
  • Was it one of the 613 mini-commands that had sprung up from the 10 Commandments over time?
  • Or were they inspired supernaturally so as to foreshadow the specific Silent and Holy Night about two thousand years ago?
  • When the future Lamb of God would be laying in a manger made for sheep to be raised for the slaughter or for the Temple sacrifice.

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You see, the Lamb of God who took my, and your sins away was born in a little town of Bethlehem, and yes even back then it was a small town. This incredible miracle of God coming down to become one of us is still mind-shattering for me to get my mind around.

  • Yet, Jesus came and fulfilled hundreds of prophecies written , some, thousands of years before His birth. The astounding amount of probability to have One Person be able to plan it to perfection is impossible to do. And yet, Jesus did! 

This Christmas, whatever you are doing, I pray that you are filled with God’s joy and peace. If you don’t know who Jesus truly is, I invite you to get to know this Child, humbly born in a manger made mostly for sheep that would one day be sacrificed for their owners’ physical consumption…some would be sacrificed for the owners’ spiritual purification… Jesus took care of this for us, once and for all.

  • Take advantage of this special gift, on this special giving season. Jesus is the reason for this special Season…

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Get to know this Special Christmas Child:

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Scripture from:

Biblehub.com

 

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Christmas Comfort & Peace |Christmas Series 2018

Christmas Series Part IV

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Psalm 56:8

As all of us are trying to make this Christmas Season special and joyous for loved ones, may we not forget those that are hurting during this time of the year. Some people will be spending Christmas alone. Some may be going through some tough financial times. Others may have bad memories of this season. Some may have lost a loved one too close to this Holy day period.

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Whatever the reason, may we be sensitive to the needs of others.

  • May we first pray for those that need comfort.
  • May we then extend a hand to them and bring them closer to Christ.
  • May we add to their joy instead of bringing them more sorrow.
  • May we love them so that they see Jesus in us.
  • Especially those that choose to hate this Holy day season on purpose. Those that have decided not to believe in anything.

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  • May the God of comfort bring all who are hurting in silence, peace and joy of knowing that one day, Jesus will wipe all their tears away and then and only then, will each of us see how much God cared.
  • Enough to know the exact number of tears we shed during our times of sorrows. Enough for those that may think no one cares to finally find out how much a little child born in Bethlehem cared. So much so, that He came to earth to bring goodness and joy by one day dying on a cross. Taking the sins of all who call upon Him, even though He was innocent of any wrongdoing.
  • This season, if you are one of those that are hurting, whether you have lost a precious person, or are going through something traumatic, I invite you to feel joy this Christmas, like those that heard the greatest of news about two thousand years ago.

That a Child was born in a manger, to bring mankind back to a lasting relationship with their Creator. His name is Jesus, the Savior of the world.
He is here to comfort all who need comforting.
He is here to counsel anyone who asks for His wisdom because He is called A Wonderful Counselor.

  • He has come to bring peace because He is the Prince of peace.

The baby in the manger is Jesus, who is all this and more. He is the Eternal, Mighty God, Everlasting Father. 
He will bring you comfort and joy if only you should ask Him. Go ahead ask Jesus to heal those wounds you have. I promise that He will take all the burdens you have and make them lighter…

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Christ is Christmas Part II |Christmas 2018 Series

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In part one of this series, I wrote about the origins of Christmas and how Jesus was the long-awaited Messiah or Savior which Hebrew prophecies spoke about. I wrote this in order to ensure all those that question their faith to see that our God is a God of order. With this Godly order comes perfect control of mankind’s history. No other faith can be assured of a divine plan for all, through God’s Son Jesus the Prince of Peace.

— In this part, we will see how Jesus is the only One that could fulfill the predictions of being the long-awaited Messiah (Savior of the world).

Prophetic writings scrolled down, some close to a millennia, some hundreds of years before Jesus’ arrival, were signs of a supernatural event which would change the course of history.

His Story has changed millions upon millions of people throughout mankind’s narrative.
In order for Jesus to:

  • Be born of two parents with Messianic lineage (Matthew chapter 1, Luke 1)
  • Be born in Bethlehem move to Egypt (Micah 5:2-4, Hosea 11:1)
  • Come back and live in Nazareth (Isaiah 11:1)
  • Have Magi(Wise men) come from hundreds of miles away to find Him(Matthew 2:1)
  • And then for Jesus to grow up in Nazareth to fulfill yet another prophecy (Isaiah 53:3)
  • Start His ministry and reach thousands of followers in only 3 years or so (Isaiah 9:1)
  • Have Him ultimately be crucified which was predicted a thousand years before (Isaiah 53)
  • Just those predictions above would be astounding odds for one man to fulfill or make them come true.
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Evidence that Demands a Verdict
  • I‘m not a betting man, but if we were to place bets in Vegas with just one person fulfilling only 8 of the over 300 prophecies, the odds would be so incredible, that it would be easier to fill the whole state of Texas knee-deep with silver dollar coins and blindfold someone, tell the person to go and find the one coin painted in red.
  • That person would have the freedom to walk as far and wide as he or she wanted without looking and pick that painted coin up!*

— Some critics point to mistakes done by these authors. Let’s say the critics are correct in some of their assertions regarding errors made. For the sake of not arguing with the critics, take those predictions away, and you are still left with an immense amount of prophetic events happening in Jesus’ life.

— These prophecies were not fulfilled by Buddha, nor Mohammed, Krishna or anyone else in history. Only Jesus fulfills these predictions which some were written 1,000 years before.

  • I ask you not to take my word for these predictions. Do your own homework, and if you are good at math, figure it out yourself. Read them yourself in the Bible.

— The mathematical odds that One person could fulfill just 8 of these is so far-fetched, yet Jesus fulfilled over 300 of these predictions in Hebrew Prophetic writings.

— Jesus has some predictions yet to realize, but this is for another time. Next Christmas post, how hard would it be to take Jesus to Bethlehem?

REFERENCES:

Scientific Proof of the Accuracy of Prophecy and the Bible
By PETER W. STONER, M.S.
and ROBERT C. NEWMAN, S.T.M., Ph.D.
Moody Press Chicago

V. Summary of Old Testament Predictions Literally Fulfilled in Christ- McDowell, Josh. Evidence That Demands a Verdict (p. 229). Thomas Nelson. Kindle Edition.

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