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His Glory Is Our Rear Guard

Published March 7, 2010 vision , word 1 Comment
Tags: as My Spirit speaks, follow Me, let faith arise

From church on 07-Mar-10:

Follow Me. Cast down all of the cares of this life and follow Me this day. As My Spirit speaks to you, telling you what to speak and where to go, I say do. Let faith arise within you that your joy would be made full in Me and your enemies be scattered. I am strong in you.

Look and see what I show you this day. Understand.(I see a fire that follows after and a wind (Holy Spirit) that goes before me/us. The wind that blows before me moves all that is in front of me to the side and does reveal all things that are before Me. The fire burns up all that is behind (God’s glory being my rear guard). You do see and understand, My son, therefore speak saying: Allow My Spirit to go before you revealing all that is in your path and let My glory be your rear-guard. The time has come when I will tell you to go here and go there. You will speak all that I put in your mouth to speak, not adding anything or taking away but speaking all that My Spirit speaks to you. Be bold, My people, and do not hold back. I will reveal all to you by My Spirit that there be nothing hidden, but you must be obedient to do all that I put before you, having faith, nothing doubting. Do you hear Me this day? Does My Spirit speak these things to you as well that out of the mouth of two or three witnesses, My word is established? Open your ears and hear this day for I do speak.

Love in Christ,
Ryan

Think That You Do God Service, Be Careful Where You Stand

Published March 5, 2010 warning Leave a Comment

Is hiding life saving Truth love? If a doctor held back the existence of antibiotics because the patient never heard of it and the thought of it would make him or her confused, would you respect that doctor? Even worse, what if that doctor didn’t know about antibiotics himself, would you want to go to that doctor?

OK, this is not about doctors, it’s about the power of Truth and those who because of ignorance or a misguided belief keep healing power, deliverance from bondage or the Light of Truth from those who desperately need it. They think that they do it to preserve unity of the faith as not to offend a weaker brother but they deny or hold back the “Way of Life” from the sick. Matthew 9:12…when Jesus heard that, he said unto them, They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick.

John 16:2They shall put you out of the synagogues: yes, the time comes, that whosoever kills you will think that he does God service.

1 Corinthians 10:12… let him that thinks he stands take heed lest he fall.

Thinking that you do God service is prideful arrogance in the first degree. The “religious Christian” has a set of rules or generally accepted practices that they follow. To be sure they approve of these rules themselves: 2 Corinthians 10:12 “For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.” These self approving “Christians” have strict rules about “proselytizing”; trying to draw people from one church or faith to another. They have rules that withhold and deny Truth to those who are “sick” but feel no condemnation or conviction because of their pier groups measuring. In essence they have seared their conscience from Truth though they believe otherwise. 1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit speaks expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; 3Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God has created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth…5 Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned: 6From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling; 7Desiring to be teachers of the law; understanding neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm. They will have their day in court: Matthew 13:49 So shall it be at the end of the world: the angels shall come forth, and sever the wicked from among the just…

Romans 9:1I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost…

Ephesians 4:14…henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; 15But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: 16From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplies, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, makes increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.

My conscience bears me witness in the Holy Ghost speaking the truth in love. If it is prideful to say that: guilty! Knowing the Spirit of Truth, hearing the voice of Truth set you free from fear, doubt and condemnation from the religious mans judgment. “If the Son therefore shall make you free, you shall be free indeed” (John 8:36). “I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day” (2 Timothy 1:12). I am no Paul but I understand his heart in all Truth by the Holy Spirit. 2 Corinthians 6:6 By pureness, by knowledge, by long suffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned, 7By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armor of righteousness on the right hand and on the left, 8By honor and dishonor, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true; 9As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; 10As sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.

All of our hope is summed up in these few words: Well done, you good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a few things, you held fast my name, and have not denied my faith, and have kept my word and have not denied my name. Hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. Come out of her, my people, that you be not partakers of her sins, and that you receive not of her plagues.

For those who don’t know, this has nothing to do with pearls before swine. It is about denying Jesus who is the Way, the Truth and the Life. It’s about those who hinder the Way of Truth to Life in the Spirit. It’s about repenting before it is to late. You do not “KNOW” what you do! God has brought your sin into the Light.

L,J,P&HG
Dave

Transformed, the Precept

Published March 3, 2010 teaching 2 Comments

Romans 12:2…be you transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Romans 8:6…to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.

John 6:63It is the spirit that quickens; the flesh profits nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.

2 Corinthians 3:5 Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God; 6Who also has made us able ministers of the New Testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.

Those who are born again can become the sons and daughters of God by doing His will; always. Some start in the Spirit and end up in the flesh because pride enters their heart and covetousness becomes a way of life. People who think that they are sufficient of themselves reserve judgment of Truth to themselves. Though they many profess to be led by the Spirit they are conceited; they are led by their own mind.

Romans 12:3For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God has dealt to every man the measure of faith… 16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.

1 Corinthians 14:36 What? came the word of God out from you? or came it unto you only?

If we are to “prove” God’s will, it will bear witness of God’s acceptance. God will confirm His words with signs and wonders. Those signs are our proof of God being with us. Small or large it is God’s “Way”, His “will” to those who believe. The danger in this is the “big head” of pride; thinking that we are special rather than God’s way is to confirm His word.

Hebrews 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as you have: for he has said, I will never leave you, nor forsake you.

Covetous: Excessively and culpably desirous of the possessions of another; jealous.

“Covetousness” is the practice of wanting what God has given another man. It is the sin of Cain. A man wants the blessings, honor and acceptance of God without “proving” God himself. God gives to all liberally if we believe Truth but the covetous set their eyes on the gifts (tongues, interpretations, words, visions, prophecy, dreams, healings, miracles, ECT…) rather than the Giver. To God it is idolatry; the same as worshiping the creation rather than the Creator; worshiping the serpent in the wilderness rather than the giver of healing. Mans eyes of judgment look at the vehicle of blessings rather than the way of blessings. Man is always caught away with his own “lusts”. It is the revelation of the darkness within that a man held onto rather than die to.

Mark 7:21 For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders, 22Thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lasciviousness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness: 23All these evil things come from within, and defile the man.

1 Corinthians 6:9 Know you not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, 10Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God.

Ephesians 5:5 For this you know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.

God in His foreknowledge of these very days spoke through Paul to Timothy about these days.

2 Timothy 3:2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, 4Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; 5Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.

Being “Transformed” is not memorizing God’s words, it is replacing our natural way of thinking to receiving the voice of God; the Holy Spirit. Being transformed is dying to man’s opinions and expectations to pleasing God. Being transformed is accepting that we alone work out our salvation or not. Covetous wanabee’s reserve their own thoughts as higher than Truth; they deceive themselves. They covet what God has given to another man. They idolize the power of Truth without the faith in Truth and they walk among us today.

If we are “Transformed” we have no fear because we know the voice of God. We know the voice of the deceived and their covetous works. We know the voice of the One who bears witness to Truth that we judge all things by. We were “Transformed” by faith in Truth, who is Faithful and True. Not of our own works because in this flesh, apart from God, dwells no good thing.

L,J,P&HG
Dave

Fan the Flame!

Published March 1, 2010 encouragement , teaching , understanding , vision , word 1 Comment
Tags: draw close, faith, holy spirit, let faith arise, pride, Trust in me

Lately there has been a great urgency in the spirit. As many already know, our grace period is coming to an end and the door is shutting. I feel very stirred about Ryan’s word and vision of the hedge. I know that life throws so many curve balls and challenges are always appearing day to day. It can be easy to slow down and have your mind focused on other things. When our focus is not on God, our heart is serving another. We then join the vast majority and become lukewarm Christians. I feel as if God is making a last call, an all aboard type call. This is the time where are choices are critical. We must love and serve God with all our heart, mind, body, and spirit; and do it all the time. The truth is that in the end, there is no excuse. God’s standard remains the same, and all that is spoken will come to pass. We either will be found doing or not doing. This understanding is sobering to say the least.

So I asked God, “What would you have of me Lord?’ And he said:

Lay what you know down. Take the reins of your heart and move towards me. Lay down pride and vain imagination of your heart. Do what I have put in your heart to do. Make me number one in your life. Put me before all things. Make me ruler of your heart. Focus on me, and your thoughts will be established. Seek me daily. Receive your daily bread. Be found instantly in season, not in want, but always pouring out. For it is better to give than receive. Control the flesh, let the spirit flourish within you. Take me at my word and begin to move instantly. Do not be found hesitating or in fear. You know I’m faithful. You know me. Trust in me, and let my spirit guide you into all truth each new day. Let it be your guide; your compass.

Vision: I seen a man traveling through the woods with a lantern. Whether it was day or night, he kept the lantern lite at all times. He would do what was in front of him to do, and he kept refilling his oil any chance he got.

We need to be ready at all times. We need to be receiving of God throughout the entire day. Preparation by faith and obedience saved countless men and women in the bible. God wants us to be prepared. To be Instantly in season. He wants the flame in us to burn at all times, night or day. For those that have ears to hear, we need to hear God, believe in our heart, and then be obedient to prepare or do what God said. The fire (spirit of God) gives life. It lights our way so that we don’t stumble and fall. It brings provision. It brings warmth, and without it we grow cold. We need to keep fueling the flame inside us. Put God first no matter what. The oil (holy spirit) is the fuel. Without it, there can not be any flame. I pray that Lord fans the flame inside us all.

With hope and love, Chad

Sell All And Follow Me

Published February 28, 2010 vision , word 1 Comment
Tags: follow Me, hear My voice, repent

From church on 28-Feb-10:

MATTHEW 4:17-24
17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. 20 And they straightway left their nets, and followed him. 21 And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them. 22 And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.

WORD
Without faith, there is no pleasing Me. Those who are mine hear My voice and do follow Me, casting down the cares of this life and everything that exalts itself against Me.

Who do you say that I am? Who am I, truly, to you? Do you call Me master? Do you call Me friend? Do you look to Me for all that you have need of, calling Me your provider? Or do you call after Me only in time of need, leaning to your own understanding when the season seems green? I am not partial, My people and I am no respector of persons. I judge a man’s heart. I try the reins thereof and give according to your ways. Will you sell all that you have and follow Me this day? Will you die to the desire for the things of this world and look to the Spirit that I may make you rich in faith? My eyes look to and fro the whole earth; I have not stopped searching for those who worship in Spirit and in truth. Will I find you? Will you love Me more than your very life? Will you walk in faith and obedience that you would continually please Me all the days of your life?

Let not your heart be troubled. Let not the pride of life rise up within you, causing you to doubt and fear who I am in you. Perfect love casts out all fear.

VISION/UNDERSTANDING
I saw a long straight line of shrubs, as far as I could see. They were well groomed and very short in height (around 2 ft high). The Lord spoke and immediately the shrubs grew very tall and became much more dense. I then understood that it was the deviding line of being hot or cold. When the Lord spoke and the shrubs grew, I knew that although it was not impossible to get through the bushes (seemed impossible), everything a person had on including a backpack, clothes, jewlery, etc. would be stripped from them, also acquiring many wounds (stripes) with the effort to get through. I also understood that the time would come quickly when the shrubs would be set on fire and all that is caught up in the shrubs (dead works, etc) would be burned.

Love in Christ,
Ryan

All Aboard, Ephesians 4, One Boat

Published February 25, 2010 understanding Leave a Comment

I was considering Jeff’s dream: Dream 2-23/24; All Aboard!, and those who refuse to come aboard. That ship is Truth, it is Jesus. If you make Truth your dwelling place you are on the ship. If you are on the shore, even if you know everything that there is to know about the ship but don’t live on the ship you won’t make it. You aren’t worthy to escape. You didn’t heed the call of the ship leaving the land of wrath.

Jesus, the Father and the Holy Spirit are one; different in function but the same in essence. Jesus; the man, knew the Father’s will by the Holy Spirit. Jesus; the Christ, had the Anointing; Baptism of the Holy Spirit. Jesus did the Father’s will by the Holy Spirit. Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life; the way to the Father; the ship of Truth, by the Truth of Life in the Spirit (aboard). The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Jesus because the testimony of Jesus is the Spirit of Prophecy.

Jesus is the Word of God; the Father. If we eat the Word; we are what we eat, that is out ticket to board ship. If we just study the word and don’t become the word it will have no effect; we didn’t apply faith to Truth to Life. Knowing God and knowing about God are two entirely different things (as you all know). Those who “know” God can do His will, they are on board.

We all see the “Christian” lost (shore side) every day; we know them by their lack of Fruit of the Spirit and there lack of hearing. They don’t love Truth and cannot hear us because they cannot hear God. We love the “Way” of life by the Spirit of Truth, eating every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. Those on board and shore-side use the words “love”, Truth, set free, peace and joy but the division is Truth; they refuse to board or even hear the call. We want them to board the ship. We call to them, we want them to hear; we pray for them. But, they are satisfied with their own righteousness not depending on the Holy Spirit. They may know the Bible, they have the same “words” that we have yet they see no need to get aboard. It can only be one thing: Matthew 11:15He that has ears to hear, let him hear.

Ephesians 4:4There is one body (ship), and one Spirit (way of hearing), even as you are called in one hope of your calling; 5One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.

Zephaniah 1:14 The great day of the LORD is near, it is near, and hastens greatly, even the voice of the day of the LORD: the mighty man shall cry there bitterly.

Isaiah 28:11 For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people. 12To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith you may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.

John 8:47 He that is of God hears God’s words: you therefore hear them not, because you are not of God.

Revelation 13:9If any man have an ear, let him hear. (The ship is about to sail!)

Romans 8:9… you are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.

John 18:37…Every one that is of the truth hears my voice.

1 Peter 1:22Seeing you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that you love one another with a pure heart fervently:

2 Thessalonians 2:3Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; 4Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God. 5Remember you not, that, when I was yet with you, I told you these things? 6And now you know what withholds that he might be revealed in his time. 7For the mystery of iniquity does already work: only he who now lets will let, until he be taken out of the way. 8And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: 9Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, 10And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. 11And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: 12That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.

L,J,P&HG
Dave

Dream 2-23/24; All Aboard!

Published February 23, 2010 dream , understanding 1 Comment
Tags: dream, repent, ship

The Lord gave me a dream last night/early this morning. It was a short dream, but I revisited it several times throughout the morning.

In the dream I was standing at the door of a ship facing out. There were groups of people around the dock area, and I was calling out to them to come aboard. Very few (one or two) actually came.

I woke up and began praying and fell back asleep, and went back to the same dream. The people on the dock were carrying on with their daily lives, doing what they normally would, this time none would hear the call. In the dream it was as they were completely ignoring my calling to them.

I woke up again and began praying, and fell asleep. This time when I saw it, I felt as though I were to say nothing, and I turned and shut the door, and the ship was ready to leave port.

As I have been considering this dream throughout this morning, I received the understanding of it being as a time line. The green season is coming to a close, and those whose hearts are towards God are either on the ship, or on their way. Those who do not love God are carrying on day to day, pretending as if there were no cry to prepare for what’s to come.

There comes a time where God will no longer strive with man, a time of judgment, and only those who have will receive more. Those who have left their first love will either sear their conscience, or their hearts fail them for fear.

Many know the difference, but don’t take God seriously. If any person believed what the spirit has been speaking about coming out and being seperate, they would not remain as they are. Its not okay to stay lukewarm (you will be spewed from God’s mouth). Its not okay to remain as you are. Its not okay to follow doctrines of man, that allow you to remain “comfortable”. They will not save you. Let every man be a liar, and let God be true.
With love in Christ,
Jeff

Charity Never Fails

Published February 23, 2010 understanding Leave a Comment

Of course “charity” is the Greek word “agape” which means Godly love or God’s love. To understand charity with Biblical understanding we must know that God IS love. The extension or projection of God is what He is, Jesus said if you have seen Me you have seen the Father. The characteristics of God’s love is long suffering in that He is not willing that any should perish. God’s love is gentle and peacefully acceptable. But God’s love is also given in His correction; spare the rod, spoil the child. No chastisement is pleasant but it has purpose; God’s word doesn’t come back void, charity never fails.

The “church” of today views charity as a covering for sin and spiritual wickedness; don’t judge; we all serve the same God. In the name of “church charity” we bless sin. In the name of charity we “bid God speed” (God bless you) and thereby, in God’s eyes, partake of the wicked deeds. We bless sin. Where there is no judgment Truth doesn’t matter because light and darkness have no division.

Love does cover a multitude of sins if there is repentance. How many times must we forgive? Seventy times seven providing one asks for forgiveness. To act like there is no offense doesn’t offer opportunity for forgiveness and the remission of sins; sin remains. In the name of charity the church of the flesh has dug a charity pit with imitation white walls but the bottom of the pit is full of dead men’s bones.

Agape is God’s love. That love and Truth came by Jesus. Mercy and grace came by Jesus. Forgiveness of sin came by Jesus. If you have seen Jesus you have seen the Father but if you don’t do what Jesus said to do the love of Truth; Jesus, is not in you. The spirit is willing to do what Jesus said but the flesh is weak and faithless. That is why we must die to the flesh and feelings and live in the Spirit. Faith that works by loves comes spiritually by hearing Jesus’; God’s, words and believing.

It is true that agape never fails if we are obedient; eat and drink Truth. We should be as our Master; those who see us should see Jesus. Judgment is Truth. Being led by the Spirit is Truth. Speaking a word in due season by the Spirit of Truth be it judgment or forgiveness is agape. Speaking the Truth in love by the Holy Spirit does accomplish what it was sent out to do; it never fails. It just may not be what the “church” wants to believe!

L,J,P&HG
Dave

Word 2/21/10 Show Me Your Talents

Published February 22, 2010 word 1 Comment

Show Me your talent. Show Me your Gold. I gave you gifts what have you done with it (them). Show Me your works by faith. Show Me the Fruit; the evidence of Me being in you. Fruit of the Spirit are not good manners. Gold is a tangible talent that is measured in power; My presence; Me confirming My words(s). Where is your faith? Where is the proof of your labor in Me? I do not measure by works of the hand of man but by faith in Truth.

Where is the oil for your lamp? Where is the hot flame of Truth that lights the way of Truth in darkness? Where is the evidence of My Spirit being within you? Buy of Me now! Be filled while it is day for darkness comes when only My Light of Truth will keep you on the path to My door. No one will say, “I am a good person, let me enter”. Only those who have the seal of sons and daughters; those who believed and have done My will shall enter My Rest.

Why do men covet gifts in another man but refuse to humble themselves that they may be full themselves. They think that I have made another’s way easy and their way difficult. I tell you I am no respecter of persons but you receive your heart’s desires. Look to your own heart. What do you desire? Do you desire to exalt Me or do you desire to be lifted up in the eyes of man? Do you seek your own or another man’s wealth; treasures. I judge! I know what is true. I reward every man according to his works.

I come to set men free. I come to bring division. Those who come out to the Light of Truth know their deeds were dark but rejoice in the liberty of Truth. Those who look back love the bondage; the pomp and glory of the world. Those who are free are free indeed!

Not all are the eye or the hand but all profit the body. What have I made in vain? All may prophesy all may gain many gifts; much gold but I have chosen you for who I have formed you to be. Be full of My Spirit and do what is in front of you to do and I will lift you up. I will set you over many. Wait on Me. Soon you will see. Soon your faith will be rewarded; pressed down, shaken together and running over, a blessing that you cannot contain. Your joy will be full. Be faithful in the little and you will see the glory of your Lord.

Revelation 3: I counsel you to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that you may be rich; and white raiment, that you may be clothed, and that the shame of your nakedness do not appear; and anoint your eyes with eye salve, that you may see.

Isaiah 32:3… the eyes of them that see shall not be dim, and the ears of them that hear shall hearken. 4The heart also of the rash shall understand knowledge, and the tongue of the stammerers shall be ready to speak plainly. 5The vile person shall be no more called liberal, nor the churl said to be bountiful.

1 Corinthians 4:20…the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.

Matthew 25:23…Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things: enter you into the joy of your lord.

John 4:32…I have meat to eat that you know not of.

L,J,P&HG
Dave

Those In Whom My Spirit Dwells

Published February 21, 2010 encouragement , warning 2 Comments
Tags: holy and separate, in spirit and in truth

From today 21-Feb-10 at church:

All things work together for good to those that are in Christ Jesus. Do you know and believe that I am with you always and though a man plans his ways, I the Lord alter his footsteps? Trust in Me with all that you are and I will never let you down. Hold fast to the words of My mouth and let My Spirit lead you daily and you will never be ashamed.

What do you desire of Me? Do you desire to prophecy? Do you desire to lay hands on the sick that they may recover? To set free the captives and to see deliverance come to those who are bound? I say stir up the gifts that are within you and know that when you speak My words, they do not return unto Me void. I am all that you need and those in whom My Spirit dwells will have no lack if they hear and are obedient to all that I give them to do.

John 4:23-24
23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.

Those who worship Me must worship in Spirit and in truth. I judge a man’s heart and do know the intent thereof, so how is that those who say Lord, Lord but do not know Me in truth think that I accept their sacrifice of praise? I am not a hard taskmaster but I do require obedience and a heart that seeks after My own heart. How can two be one if one is double-minded? I tell you, of a truth, those who love the things of the world and say that they love Me do lie. For how is it that they can befriend the world when it is at enmity against Me? I look for those who have chosen to keep themselves holy and separate unto Me, ready to be instructed and sent for My good purpose. I will have nothing to do with those who are double-minded. Confusion is their portion and I am not the author of confusion.

Can a man serve two masters? Can he remain free and be at peace if he continues to return to where he came out from? You must decide. You must choose to remain separate unto Me, pleasures and blessings at my right hand. If not, confusion and darkness will overtake you.

Love in Christ,
Ryan

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