REVERENTIALLY SPEAKING: LOVE

SOAR 'IN' THE SPIRIT!!!

2012-02-11T10:21:00.000-08:00

GALATIANS 6:2-10...
2/ Bear one another's burdens, and so you will fulfill the law of Christ.
3/ For if anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he is deluding himself.
4/ Each one must examine his own work, and then he will have reason to boast with regard to himself alone, and not with regard to someone else;
5/ for each will bear his own load.
6/ One who is being instructed in the word should share all good things with his instructor.
7/ Make no mistake: God is not mocked, for a person will reap only what he sows,
8/ because the one who sows for his flesh will reap corruption from the flesh, but the one who sows for the spirit will reap eternal life from the spirit.
9/ Let us not grow tired of doing good, for in due time we shall reap our harvest, if we do not give up.
10/ So then, while we have the opportunity, let us do good to all, but especially to those who belong to the family of the faith.

To bear one another's burdens is to "serve one another through love" (GALATIANS 5:13)

It is IMPORTANT to train the mind to REMEMBER that time is fleeting, thus, WHILE we HAVE the opportunity, let us BE GOOD, and, DO GOOD, each of which, ARE the evidence of LOVE ALIVE, SHINING FOR the world to bear witness to!!!

The one who sows for his own flesh, WILL reap CORRUPTION FROM the flesh; this means that one is seeking SELF gratification, and, NOT the WILL of *GOD*, NOR, LIVING in LOVE for others! We CANNOT serve others, when, we are serving the self! To serve the self, is CHOOSING recompense IN THE NOW, and, not for the riches of *GOD*! It is serving one's desires, passions, and, egocentric mind, OVER *GOD*! It is ignoring the needs OF the world, and, the WISHES of *GOD*! It is wrongful living, OFTEN, because of LACK of KNOWLEDGE OF THE WORD, and, partial instruction, therein!!!

HUMILITY is PLEASING to *GOD*, as HE, ALONE, IS EVERYTHING, ALL POWERFUL, ALL KNOWING, and, whom brings forth ALL in this day; it is the acceptance, that, WITHOUT HIM, we are as if nothing, disabled, stagnated, stymied, and, unable to grow beyond our limitations! WITH HIM, we CAN SOAR as the eagle, ARISING OVER the world, FREE from it's constant, constricting bondage, therefore, anyone who thinks he is something, when he is nothing, IS deluding himself, GREATLY! WITH *GOD* AS our MENTALITY, and, AS OUR CHOSEN inspiration, instructor, and, guide, we ARE something, but, we give UNTO HIM, ALL GLORY, for glory only exists THROUGH HIM, and, HIS WILL, being fulfilled!!!

Two planes of existence; one, the natural plane, is deadly; it is OF the flesh, and, is CORRUPTED, and, CORRUPTIBLE; the other, the spiritual plane, is LIFE, ETERNAL; is UNCORRUPTED, and, INCORRUPTIBLE, and, is FREEDOM FROM THE NATURAL PLANE, for IN *GOD*, the natural plane is, and, will be, non-existent, and, will perish from HIS sight, forever! CHOICE, and, EFFORT, ARE key to life in CHRIST/*GOD*! We only have to KNOW the choice, and, what it entails, that, we BEGIN to 'get' it, and, measure our steps in righteousness! Righteousness is the ACTION of self-denial, becoming as Children, adapting to conducting ourselves in MORALITY, WHILE, CONFORMING TO *GOD'S* WILL!!!

To Walk with *GOD*, IS a most SERIOUS, REVERENT matter, as, it REQUIRES, WISDOM, KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING, ADHERENCE, CONFORMING, ALIGNING, and, more, YET, as we COME INTO HIS world, we begin to become FREED from so much! It IS WORK, yet, it is the GREATEST PLEASURE we could hope to find, and, brings MORE than ALL of what the world has to offer, combined! You don't have to LOSE yourself in entering *GOD'S* world, NO!, HE CREATED YOU, the way you ARE, for reason, and, purpose; INSTEAD, you FIND the REAL YOU, FREE from delusion, deception, dissension, and, discomfort! You become WHO YOU REALLY ARE, and, the binds of the world, fall away, one by one, as your spirit BECOMES LOVE, and, is enabled, enriched, endowed, empowered, and, encouraged BY LOVE/*GOD*!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012
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LET CHRIST LIVE IN YOU...

2012-02-10T08:05:00.000-08:00

GALATIANS 4:16...
So now have I become your enemy by telling you the truth?

GALATIANS 2:19-20...
... I have been crucified with Christ;
yet I live, no longer I, but Christ lives in me; insofar as I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God who has loved me and given himself up for me.

GALATIANS 4:6-9...
At a time when you did not know God, you became slaves to things that by nature are not gods;
but now that you have come to know God, or rather to be known by God, how can you turn back again to the weak and destitute elemental powers? Do you want to be slaves to them all over again?

GALATIANS 5:13-26...
13/ For you were called for freedom, brothers. But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather, serve one another through love.
14/ For the whole law is fulfilled in one statement, namely, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself."
15/ But if you go on biting and devouring one another, beware that you are not consumed by one another.
16/ I say, then: live by the Spirit and you will certainly not gratify the desire of the flesh.
17/ For the flesh has desires against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; these are opposed to each other, so that you may not do what you want.
18/ But if you are guided by the Spirit, you are not under the law.
19/ Now the works of the flesh are obvious: immorality, impurity, licentiousness,
20/ idolatry, sorcery, hatreds, rivalry, jealousy, outbursts of fury, acts of selfishness, dissensions, factions,
21/ occasions of envy, drinking bouts, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
22/ In contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness,
23/ gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.
24/ Now those who belong to Christ (Jesus) have crucified their flesh with its passions and desires.
25/ If we live in the Spirit, let us also follow the Spirit.
26/ Let us not be conceited, provoking one another, envious of one another.

EPHESIANS 4:17-25...
17/ So I declare and testify in the Lord that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their minds;
18/ darkened in understanding, alienated from the life of God because of their ignorance, because of their hardness of heart,
19/ they have become callous and have handed themselves over to licentiousness for the practice of every kind of impurity to excess.
20/ That is not how you learned Christ,
21/ assuming that you have heard of him and were taught in him, as truth is in Jesus,
22/ that you should put away the old self of your former way of life, corrupted through deceitful desires,
23/ and be renewed in the spirit of your minds,
24/ and put on the new self, created in God's way in righteousness and holiness of truth.
25/ Therefore, putting away falsehood, speak the truth, each one to his neighbor, for we are members one of another.

SERVING THE LORD...

2012-02-09T09:19:00.000-08:00

EPHESIANS 6:7...
With a good will serving, as to the Lord, and not to men.

I am including Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary, because, it explains this verse so well:

6:5-9 The duty of servants is summed up in one word, obedience. The servants of old were generally slaves. The apostles were to teach servants and masters their duties, in doing which evils would be lessened, till slavery should be rooted out by the influence of Christianity. Servants are to reverence those over them. They are to be sincere; not pretending obedience when they mean to disobey, but serving faithfully. And they must serve their masters not only when their master's eye is upon them; but must be strict in the discharge of their duty, when he is absent and out of the way. Steady regard to the Lord Jesus Christ will make men faithful and sincere in every station, not grudgingly or by constraint, but from a principle of love to the masters and their concerns. This makes service easy to them, pleasing to their masters, and acceptable to the Lord Christ. God will reward even the meanest drudgery done from a sense of duty, and with a view to glorify him. Here is the duty of masters. Act after the same manner. Be just to servants, as you expect they should be to you; show the like good-will and concern for them, and be careful herein to approve yourselves to God. Be not tyrannical and overbearing. You have a Master to obey, and you and they are but fellow-servants in respect to Christ Jesus. If masters and servants would consider their duties to God, and the account they must shortly give to him, they would be more mindful of their duty to each other, and thus families would be more orderly and happy.

I serve THE LORD, my *GOD*, whether it is convenient, or not, whatever the circumstances of the day, BECAUSE HE is EVER there for me, and, because, it is my PLEASURE to do so! I have served the world, emptily, and, discovered, it was as if, digging my own grave! Then, as I became a servant of THE LORD, I, quickly, FELT the effort worthy, and, in consideration of this effort, I realized that HE IS ALWAYS present for me/us, therefore, the LEAST I can do, is to offer the time of my days to serving HIM! I LOVE HIM, and, I REGARD HIM, with RESPECT, and, aim to HONOUR HIM, with my ways, for the rest of my days, IN the best of my human capacity, WHILE EVER IMPROVING my spirit, that it is worthy of HIS LOVE for me!!!

All too often these days, people serve themselves, their pleasures, their weaknesses, and, their appetites for life; which, leads them farther, and, farther, from THE TRUTH, and, the GLORY OF *GOD*!!!

GOD WILL MAKE A WAY!!!

2012-02-08T11:33:00.000-08:00

IF you SO BELIEVE, in *GOD*, with ALL your being; HE WILL PROVIDE a WAY, in this day!!!

lw'12

PLACE NO STUMBLING BLOCKS BEFORE ONE ANOTHER...

2012-02-08T09:29:00.000-08:00

We are not to place ANYTHING before another, which, would cause them to stumble, falter, fall, or, trip, leading them to sin, and, away from *GOD*; to do so, is called, placing a stumbling block before them! This happens, many times, in ignorance of character, and, behaviour, which is, one reason we are to, constantly, work at improving ourselves, that we are IN the spirit, and, KNOW what is wrong, FROM the spiritual plane...

Figuratively, stumbling block, refers to a thing, or, a person that leads one to fall into error, into sin, or, into destruction; things can be, like the tempting of riches, bribes, and, so forth...

EZEKIEL 3:20...
"Again, if a righteous man turns from his righteousness and commits iniquity, and I lay a stumbling block before him, he shall die; because you have not warned him, he shall die for his sin, and his righteous deeds which he has done shall not be remembered; but his blood I will require at your hand."
This particular verse is aimed at the Prophet's, or, the Teachers, and, makes GREAT sense, as MANY do NOT use what they have learned, TO protect the end goal of those they have been called to lead TO *GOD*!!!

ROMANS 14:13...
Then let us no longer judge one another, but rather resolve never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother...

Sometimes, even those who claim to be devout, lay all sorts of traps before their fellow beings, intentional, or, otherwise, and, this PROVES their LACK of spiritual maturity, at the very least! LOTS of Christian people are bent on disproving others, and, so, lay stumbling blocks before their Christian Family! How dangerous is this mentality, not only for them, but, for the unsuspecting, undeserving, unwarranted???

Discernment, aids us greatly, in such matters, but, we must be careful, not to judge, and, not to assume too quickly, while discerning others! I have learned some IMPERATIVE lessons in this matter, and, it IS, quite difficult to determine, assess, sometimes, even, prove, and, rectify!!!

The WHOLE of Christianity, is TO BUILD UP one another, IN THE NAME OF CHRIST, our LORD, JESUS! We are MEMBERS of HIM, THE CHURCH, and, our responsibility, is, TO BUILD UP THE CHURCH, MASTERFULLY, LOVINGLY, WHOLESOMELY, and, RIGHTEOUSLY, for ALL to bear witness to! Those members of the BODY/CHRIST, who set out to destroy, or, place stumbling blocks in the way of others, are DISPROVING THE CHURCH, and, setting a TERRIBLE vision for the world to bear witness to; thus, we HAVE so MANY problems in our religious stance!!!

We are to encourage one another, UPLIFT one another, support one another, and, ADD TO THE WONDROUS BEAUTY OF THE GIFT OF CHRIST! We are all individuals, just as *GOD* CREATED us to be, and, so, there will be differences, HOWEVER, these are NOT to be used to create dissension, or, discord! The various Churches of Christianity, also, are unique, and, follow differing Doctrines, some mildly so, some, extremely so, yet, THE CORE OF THESE CHURCHES, and, OUR HEARTS SHOULD BE UNITED IN THE NAME, OUT OF LOVE, HONOUR, RESPECT, and, REGARD, FOR our LORD, JESUS CHRIST!!!

*GOD* MADE people different for HIS OWN PURPOSES, and, we SHOULD embrace these differences FOR HIS sake, as, EACH DOES ADD unto HIS PLAN, HIS WILL, HIS GLORY! That we become ONE IN HIS NAME, DOES NOT mean that we surrender our individuality, or, become uniformed droids!!!

Apostle Paul spent LOTS of time explaining this matter, and, yet, how many of us are TAUGHT to live accordingly? IGNORANCE, and, it's far reaching effects, are THREATENING the INTENTION of Christianity, WITHIN it's own circle, and, this NEEDS to be addressed, studied, and, corrected, else, there WILL BE HELL TO PAY!!!

STUDY THE WORD OF *GOD*, IN it's entirety; STUDY THE LIFE OF CHRIST, and, of Paul, and, EMBRACE what separates CHRIST from the world, then, pattern your life AFTER HIS EXAMPLE! KEEP YOUR THOUGHTS ON THAT ABOVE, NOT on matters of this world, AND, STRIVE TO PLEASE *GOD*, FROM YOUR OWN heart, mind, soul, and, body, THEN, MUCH of your time will be used TOWARDS WHOLESOMENESS, and, NOT on things which bring forth the wrath, the MIGHTY wrath, of *GOD*!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012
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FILL ME, LORD, WITH YOUR HOLY POWER!!!

2012-02-07T11:31:00.001-08:00

Another day, another gift from *GOD* ABOVE,
Marked by HIS own LOVE;
Special, because, HE rules the time, of this day,
Which, I revere, in every way!
Thank YOU LORD, for all YOU have done, for me,
Though, I be, unworthy;
Thank YOU for teaching me, for guiding me, for setting me UPright,
That, I am ever, in the warmth of YOUR MIGHTY LIGHT!
I pray for the world, I pray for YOU, I pray for myself, too,
Help me, LORD, as I strive to ALWAYS, be a reflection, of YOU,
Aid me along the paths of this days, every hour,
Fill me, LORD, with YOUR HOLY POWER!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

I AM SPIRIT, NOT FLESH!!!

2012-02-07T09:48:00.000-08:00

We must NEVER relent in our aim to please THE LORD, our *GOD*; which, ISN'T easy, given our state of existence. We have egocentric minds that are bent on that of this world, FAITH, which, wanes with sufferings, guilt, that comes from deception, ideals that were passed on to us, tongues that are unbridled, lashing out, without thinking, and, all sorts of other issues, that SHOULD not exist, but, do!!!

*GOD* KNOWS all of this, and, has GIVEN us, not only CHRIST, but, instruction, that, our EFFORTS, coupled with FAITH, further our understanding, characters, behaviours, actions, and, reactions! Constant study OF THE WORD, leads to the likelihood of us, 'getting' it! It is a mentality, the pulse of the heart, and, the freedom of the soul!!!

We DON'T live for this world, we live for *GOD*! This is imperative to plant firmly, into the conscience, and, heart, as, it opens UP to realization! We are dead to the world, IF we are ONE with *GOD*/CHRIST/HOLY SPIRIT, and, this seems to be, an area, most cannot grasp, yet, MUST! We must NEGATE the self, and, place THE *GODHEAD* FIRST, OVER all else; we must conform to HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, we must remove the natural being, and, put on the spiritual being, meaning, we live FOR the spirit, nurturing it, LOVING it, enabling it, empowering it, encouraging it, well, developing it, into some semblance of conscious compliance TO *GODLINESS*, HOLINESS, and, RIGHTEOUSNESS!!!

Study with deliberation, CHRIST JESUS, and, pattern your lives after HIM; then, also, the Apostle Paul, one of the greatest examples of 'the called' by CHRIST/*GOD*, whom became the eptiome of 'servitude' unto THE LORD!!!

Our existence is NOT for worldly pleasures, but, FOR THE GLORY OF *GOD*, in which case, IF we manage to adapt to this, HE WILL add to us, pleasure, happiness, abundances, and, that which, HE WILLS! Not ALL recompense, if any, will come in this life, but, we do not live FOR this life, we live for the life hereafter, FOR THE GLORY OF *GOD*!!!

As we align to HIM, more, more, and, more, we begin to notice HIS BLESSINGS in our lives, and, the effects HIS presence has upon the hours of each day; then, a certain PEACE fills us, and, life is all the sweeter, more manageable, and, worthy! HE WANTS us to be happy IN HIM, and so, HE WILL BLESS HIS Children, though, it is NOT one-sided, we HAVE work to do, in order for the PLAN to manifest!!!

Learn to LOVE in the SACRED LOVE of *GOD*, this LOVE does wonders for ALL in existence; build up your FAITH, and, BE FAITHFUL, BE GOOD, and, DO GOOD, PRAISE, WORSHIP, and, exist IN HIM, and, you will be GLORIFYING HIM, in just about all instances! The MORE you learn of HIS world, HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, the more your conscience will absorb the imperatives OF HIS WILL! HE is seeking GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT, and, IMPROVEMENT, not ANYTHING impossible, or, improbable for us! NEVER forget, HE KNOWS us, and, what we are up against!!!

*GOD* IS our FORTRESS, our ROCK, our DELIVERER; TRUST HIM!!!

Willingly, I surrendered unto HIM, succumbing TO HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, HIS world, and, while, it HAS been tough, it is NOT, nearly as tough as trying to exist IN the world, as, WITH *GOD*, IT IS ALL GOOD, ALL EMPOWERING, ALL THINGS RIGHT, and, HEALTHY for me, body, mind, and, spirit! HALLELUJAH, PRAISE THE LORD, our *GOD*, for guiding us, HIS FAITHFUL Children, THROUGH the woes of this life, right back, TO, THE GRACES OF HIM!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

THOUGHTS...

2012-02-06T08:08:00.000-08:00

This is a post of, a few of, my innermost thoughts...

*GOD* never gives up on us, so, we should never give up on HIM, and, never relent in becoming as we, TRULY, were CREATED, HIS heirs, HIS Children...

*GOD* SO LOVES us, that HE HAS, eloquently, and, effectively, PROVIDED a WAY for us to be safe, happy, and, to KNOW LOVE; ALL that we need, IS IN THE WORD, and, within us; we only have to negate the egocentric mind of deception, to receive...

LOVE IS THE SINGLE MOST IMPERATIVE lesson to learn; not by human standards, but, by *GODLY* ones, as, LOVE IS SACRED, POWERFUL, and, a TRUE ANTIDOTE to what is wrong in this life...

You are NOT Glad Wrap, ya know, but, IF you were, WHY would you want to CLING to what is of the world; the pain, anguish, sorrow, and, other negatives, when, there is *GOD*, IN ALL HIS GLORY, MERCY, and, BOUNTIES, to CLING TO??? Deception teaches us to cling to that which AIN'T WORTH SAVING...

Life ISN'T the party that the deceiver told you it is; the party doesn't begin, until *GOD* secures HIS world, from the grip of deception...

The IMPORTANCE of my life, is NOT marked by worldly possessions, accumulation of wealth, by luck, nor, acceptance, INSTEAD, by WHAT I DO ACCORDING TO THE WILL OF *GOD*, FOR, and, TO HIS GLORY; marked BY, the growth I ALLOW, deep within the core of my spirit, and surely, is ONLY of value to *GOD* ALONE, but, which, despite my sufferings of this life, OUGHT to be my pleasure, willingly, to fulfill IN HIS MAJESTIC name...

FAITH is not a part-time venture, nor, can it be done in half-stepping; it is WORK which, requires understanding, deliberation, constancy, and, is ongoing, and, evidenced BY one's thoughts, actions, and, reactions: FAITH IS ALIVE, and, CLEARLY WITNESSED BY *GOD*...

TODAY IS THE DAY to make things right; to make things good; to make things work according TO HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, that, HE IS HONOURED, REVERED, EXALTED, and, GLORIFIED, for such IS the purpose OF this day...

CHRIST 'IS' THE LORD!!! That IS my PROCLAMATION, and, my BELIEF, and, I PRAISE HIM, eternally, for the WONDROUS GIFT HE has set forth for ALL humanity; a GIFT OF LOVE, so GLORIOUS, that it set the world on fire in disbelief...

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

OUR DAYS 'ARE' NUMBERED!!!

2012-02-04T11:22:00.000-08:00

My work, in the name of THE LORD, our *GOD*, is not easy, for many reasons; one of which is, few want to hear the WHOLE TRUTH, instead, seek only the GOOD stuff, and, choose to disregard the rest! It is the way it is, and, it was written about, since the beginning of time, but, it is my greatest wish, that people LEARN the WHOLE TRUTH, that, they are prepared, and, equipped, for a time we choose to ignore, dismiss, disregard; imminent death, the battle ahead of the Day of Reckoning, and, that Day, itself!!!

One thing I have come to understand, is that, the Day/time of Reckoning, is EVER near; BECAUSE, the days of our lives have been numbered, BY *GOD*, and, we know NOT when those numbers run out! Therefore, NOW, today, IS a GIFT from *GOD*, one which should be used to reconcile our ways, should the hour arrive, SO THAT, we have NOT denied ourselves the opportunity of turning/returning to *GOD*!!!

FAITH is a PART of the equation; FAITHFULNESS is, also, a part! Being FAITHFUL, or, righteous, IS the proof OF HIS people, and, MEANS that, we deny ourselves, become as Children, and, adapt to moral conduct, IN CONFORMING TO *GOD'S* WILL....

One should come to realize, MANY things, one of which is, *GOD* does NOT care for lipservice; HE desires the FULLNESS of our spirit, heart, mind, along with, the restraining of our bodies, desires, passions, lusts, WHILE, fearing HIM, in respectful regard, and, obedience, TO HIS WILL/WAYS!!!

HIS people, were given the HOLY SPIRIT, which, resides within, to enable, empower, enrich, endown, encourage, and, enlighten us, but, if we do NOT yet, walk in righteousness, that SPIRIT is as, diminished; the SPIRIT gives our spirit what it NEEDS to remain IN ONENESS, but, if through, our egocentric being, we deny the SPIRIT, WHY would it remain???

In MATTHEW 5:16, JESUS said that we MUST become as lights, that SHINE BEFORE others, that, they may SEE our GOOD deeds, and, GLORIFY our HEAVENLY FATHER. NOT easy to do, which indicates, EFFORT, constantly, and, continually, that, we ARE ALWAYS IMPROVING the spirit IN HIS name!!!

Never forget, just because we, the Gentiles, we grafted in, does NOT mean, that if we do NOT conform, that we won't be cut off:
ROMANS 11:17-24...
17/ But if some of the branches were broken off, and you, a wild olive shoot, were grafted in their place and have come to share in the rich root of the olive tree,
18/ do not boast against the branches. If you do boast, consider that you do not support the root; the root supports you.
19/ Indeed you will say, “Branches were broken off so that I might be grafted in.”
20/ That is so. They were broken off because of unbelief, but you are there because of faith. So do not become haughty, but stand in awe.
21/ For if God did not spare the natural branches, [perhaps] he will not spare you either.
22/ See, then, the kindness and severity of God: severity toward those who fell, but God’s kindness to you, provided you remain in his kindness; otherwise you too will be cut off.
23/ And they also, if they do not remain in unbelief, will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again.
24/ For if you were cut from what is by nature a wild olive tree, and grafted, contrary to nature, into a cultivated one, how much more will they who belong to it by nature be grafted back into their own olive tree.

This Scripture is IMPERATIVE to understanding, and, TO BECOMING as a LIGHT in the world, thus, I use it, frequently, to drive home, the purposeful message!!!

Be NOT arrogant, haughty, nor, self-assuming IN your salvation; instead, BE GOOD, DO GOOD, and, become OBEDIENTLY COMPLIANT, ALWAYS IMPROVING, that your EFFORT becomes as righteousness!!!

*GOD* brings forth the day, and, ALL within the hours of this day, and, HE HOPES for MORE, and, MORE, and, MORE people to turn/return to HIM; for we ARE HIS, and, do NOT belong TO this world! For every person who 'GETS' it, HE is all the more GLORIFIED, and, evil is taken down, one more notch, closer to it's end!!!

FAITH is IMPERATIVE, but, the FRUITS of that FAITH, are what MARK those who HAVE embraced the PRICE by which, they were purchased, AS WELL AS, MARKS the BEAUTY of the SPIRIT/*GOD*, LOVE, and, ALL which comprises HIS HEAVENLY, DIVINE BEING; making each one WHO takes the time to conform, a TRUTH-FILLED LIGHT, beckoning for others, that, THEY TOO, might find their way home, to *GOD*!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012
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THE TRUTH...

2012-02-03T10:09:00.000-08:00

This life is NOT about guilt; it IS about REALIZATION!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

THE BODY 'IS' A TEMPLE...

2012-02-03T09:07:00.000-08:00

SO many things happening in our society, due to the increase of illicitness, of depraved lusting, of uncontrolled desires, as is written, so, it is, BUT, that doesn't mean that it HAS to be this way! This age of computer offerings for every lust imagined, has added, greatly, to the problem at hand! Many do not consider it a problem, that SO many are chasing after desires, lustfully, via sites, that, cater to uncontrolled passions, but, it IS a MOST serious problem, one which, is unhealthy, not only to the individual, but, to Families, and, is setting an AWFUL trend for the future, the Children! I am no prude, I experienced life firsthand, but, I AM afraid for the world, given the down slide of morality, and, of the complacency towards, what is occurring! HOW many couples are being destroyed by the lack of self control? HOW many Families are suffering? HOW far does this have to go BEFORE the world begins to recognize the far reaching damages OF this trend???

1 CORINTHIANS 6:17-20...
17/But whoever is joined to the Lord becomes one spirit with him.
18/Avoid immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the immoral person sins against his own body.
19/Do you not know that your body is a temple of the holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own?
20/For you have been purchased at a price. Therefore, glorify God in your body.

AVOID IMMORALITY IN the NAME of *GOD*, and, AS PROOF of your LOVE for HIM!!! Sex is NOT despised by *GOD*, HE gave us this gift to share, but, between Husband, and, Wife, for their pleasure, and, for reproducing, NOT to become depraved, out of control, FAR away from what is good in the eyes of the LORD!!!

All I am saying is that enough, is enough, and, it is beyond enough! Sick things are making sick people; people who canNOT find the will to control themselves, and, it is spilling over into the lives of toooooooooooo many! Sex is best when shared out of LOVE, and, out of respectful regard for one another; NOT as a means to satiate fantasies with as many as possible, in as many ways as one can dream up!!!

Don't you know that, again, LOVE is the answer! LOVE of *GOD*, LOVE of self, LOVE of your people, LOVE of others! ONLY in the gist of LOVE, can this vacuum of wrongness, of deception be eradicated! I only wish for people to be safe from their egocentric minds, that they find their way back to their FATHER, the LORD, our *GOD!!!

ROMANS 11:17-24...
17/ But if some of the branches were broken off, and you, a wild olive shoot, were grafted in their place and have come to share in the rich root of the olive tree,
18/ do not boast against the branches. If you do boast, consider that you do not support the root; the root supports you.
19/ Indeed you will say, “Branches were broken off so that I might be grafted in.”
20/ That is so. They were broken off because of unbelief, but you are there because of faith. So do not become haughty, but stand in awe.
21/ For if God did not spare the natural branches, [perhaps] he will not spare you either.
22/ See, then, the kindness and severity of God: severity toward those who fell, but God’s kindness to you, provided you remain in his kindness; otherwise you too will be cut off.
23/ And they also, if they do not remain in unbelief, will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again.
24/ For if you were cut from what is by nature a wild olive tree, and grafted, contrary to nature, into a cultivated one, how much more will they who belong to it by nature be grafted back into their own olive tree.

SEE THEN, the KINDNESS, and, SEVERITY of *GOD*: severity toward those who fell, but, *GOD'S* kindness to you, PROVIDED YOU REMAIN IN HIS KINDNESS; otherwise, you too, will be cut off!!!

ROMANS 12:1-2...
1/ I urge you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, your spiritual worship.
2/ Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect.

DO NOT CONFORM YOURSELVES TO THIS AGE, BUT, BE TRANSFORMED BY THE RENEWAL OF YOUR MIND, that you may DISCERN WHAT IS THE WILL OF *GOD*, WHAT IS GOOD, and, PLEASING, AND, PERFECT!!!!

ROMANS 13:11-14...
11/ And do this because you know the time; it is the hour now for you to awake from sleep. For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed;
12/ the night is advanced, the day is at hand. Let us then throw off the works of darkness [and] put on the armor of light;
13/ let us conduct ourselves properly as in the day, not in orgies and drunkenness, not in promiscuity and licentiousness, not in rivalry and jealousy.
14/ But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.

BUT PUT ON THE LORD JESUS CHRIST, and, MAKE NO PROVISION FOR DESIRES OF THE FLESH!!!

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HOW TO HAVE A BEAUTIFULLY, BLESSED DAY...

2012-02-01T08:47:00.000-08:00

A beautiful day, BEGINS with *GOD*!!!

MAGNIFICENT is our FATHER'S CREATION! There is ABUNDANCE infinite; it only takes a second, to NOTICE the gifts of this day, which, came forth of LOVE!!!

As soon as the eyes are opened TO this gift, this day, PRAISE HIM, THANK HIM, WORSHIP HIM, and, ask HIM to guide you through this day! Then, as you arise, keep your thoughts on HIM, and, that ABOVE, not obsessed, or, enmeshed in that of the world!!!

PRAY, and, converse with HIM, throughout the hours of this day, and, be conscientiously CONSCIOUS of your thoughts, actions, and, reactions! Notice HIS hand in all there is, and, TRUST HIM, in FAITH, and, FAITHFULNESS, because ALL matters work, according to HIS WILL, and, your TRUST diminishes resistance, and, hindrance!!!

There IS something GOOD in this gift of a day, seek the GOOD, and, do not become ensnared by what is not! BE GOOD, and, DO GOOD, and, HE WILL add unto you!!!

REJOICE! The LORD, our *GOD* IS with us, beside us, around us, and, within us; we only have to remain open to HIM, and, not that of this world! THANK YOU, FATHER, THANK YOU, LORD, for this day, and, all therewithin, I aim, to HONOUR YOU, and, GLORIFY THY NAME, for YOU, ALONE, ARE WORTHY!!! AMEN!!!

Open your eyes, and, your heart, in LOVE, to NOTICING THE GLORY OF *GOD*, it IS, actually, ALL there is!!!

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LET'S TALK FIDELITY, VOWS, AND, MARRIAGE(PT. 2)!!!

2012-01-30T09:33:00.000-08:00

There exists, by *GOD'S* decree, a DIVINE ORDER, which, has diverse interpretations, yet, has one MEANINGFUL goal; the FULFILLMENT OF HIS WILL! Things happen, many to teach us imperative lessons, and, to BRING us around to the understanding, that, *GOD* ALONE, supersedes ALL else, and, IS the CREATOR, and, PROVISION!!!

*GOD* IS HOLY! HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, HIS WORLD, are HOLY, and, HE HAS provided a way, for HIS people, lost in this uncertain, tumultuous world, to become HOLY, also, that we are UNITED, in ONENESS of SPIRIT, FOR HIS GLORY; the betterment of life, through LOVE, and, ALL within the wholesomeness of LOVE!!!

I keep stumbling onto this article in my studies, and, research, and, I LIKE it, much, as, it gives a foundation for building upon, IF one, or more, are INDEED, interested in not only aligning to *GOD*, but, to pleasing HIM; plus, this article offers advice, useful for Marriage...

*GOD'S* DIVINE ORDER...
1. *GOD*
2. MARRIAGE
3. FAMILY
4. CHURCH
5. GOVERNMENT

According to the Author, if you try to live out of sequence of this DIVINE ORDER, you are asking for problems, like, some people place Church BEFORE everything else, but, in order for Church to be effective, one has had to MASTER the 3 things preceding Church. We MUST come to *GOD* in TOTAL surrender, with OPEN hearts, minds, and, WILLINGNESS to comply, become obedient, and, develop towards spiritual maturity. In DOING so, we are TAUGHT, BY *GOD*, THROUGH HIS WORD, WILL, and, WAYS, LOVE, respect, regard, honour, fidelity, honesty, truthfulness, HOLINESS, and, community, WHICH THEN, PREPARES us to LIVE this LIFE IN HIS DIVINE ORDER, as SPOUSES, FAMILIES, FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, while, opening UP to strangers, THAT, the Church is PREMISED on righteousness, and, we ARE able to submit to GOVERNMENT! According to this interpretation of DIVINE ORDER, we are ENABLED THROUGH *GOD*, to MASTER this life, IN WAYS PLEASING unto HIM, and, FOR THE GOOD OF ALL!!!

Ok, so what am I saying, in reference to Marriage??? It's like this; ONCE YOU ALLOW *GOD* to RULE your life, and, UNDERSTAND HIM, HIS PRECEPTS, HIS MESSAGES, HIS LESSONS, HIS WILL, and, HIS WAYS, Marriage will be ALL the SWEETER! ALL people would be wise, to turn to *GOD* BEFORE they are Married, that they understand the DEPTH of the word VOW, HONOUR, OBEY, RESPECT, REGARD, and, FOREVER! AND, according to this article, that is EXACTLY HOW it should be; that *GOD* IS FOREMOST, EVER PRESENT, and, EVER SOUGHT, REVERED, HONOURED, REGARDED, and, RESPECTED, FOR HIS PLAN to DELIVER US FROM THIS LIFE, and, it's throes of evil, with all of it's awful effects/scars, upon us! IF WE LIVED IN *GOD*, there would be NO Divorce, Fatherless Children, Single Mothers, Orphans, and, so forth!!!

VOWS, COVENANTS, CONTRACTS, each have relation to one another, in that, each requires FIDELITY, TRUTHFULNESS, and, RIGHTFUL INTENTION of FULFILLMENT! *GOD* has made COVENANTS with us, based on, HIS belief in us, in HIS LOVE for us, and, HIS HOPE that we WILL embrace the SIGNIFICANCE OF OUR PART OF THE COVENANT(S); as, they are FOR THE GOOD OF ALL INVOLVED! Same with a Marriage VOW! Same with a Marriage Contract! Same with ANY AGREEMENT between 2, or more; IT SHOULD BE HONOURED BY COMPLIANCE TO THE EXISTING body OF the agreement/promise!!!

Marriage has been WIDELY premised on LUST, throughout the history of humanity, but, especially, in these times! It is as a game, and, is tossed away WITHOUT much thought of consequence; not only FOR the one being tossed, but, for ALL parties involved, in the breakup, especially, the Children, if there are any! For these, ARE the FUTURE, and, the messages we send them now, ARE what they are basing THEIR understanding on, which, AFFECTS the way they develop!!!

LOTS more to come...

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LET'S TALK FIDELITY, VOWS, AND, MARRIAGE!!!

2012-01-28T14:16:00.000-08:00

MARRIAGE is becoming 1 being, through, a 3 letter word, VOW, contracted between 2 people, premised on a 4 letter word, LOVE, and, requires a 5 letter word, LABOR, or, a 6 letter word, EFFORT, and, is timed on a 7 letter word, FOREVER, while it is nurtured from an 8 letter word, DEVOTION, and, is best when, coupled with a 9 letter word, STEADFAST, in the conscious state of a 10 letter word, CONSTANTLY, and, an 11 letter word, CONTINUALLY, so that, the union results in a 12 letter word, SATISFACTORY!!!

Marriage runs parallel to the relationship between *GOD*, and, HIS people, and, IS the most important, imperative VOW, one can take, and, SHOULD be considered in ALL of it's seriousness, BEFORE committing unto it!!!

THE *GODHEAD*, FATHER, SON, and, HOLY SPIRIT, DETEST Divorce! Partly, because if we cannot be true, in our LOVE relationships with one another, and, respect our VOW unto another, then, our LOVE for HIM is questionable!!!

CHRIST JESUS left us instructions on Marriage; Read MATTHEW 19:1-12; and, there are other references IN the NEW TESTAMENT! Let us read the CORE message, which is adapted from the OLD TESTAMENT, with GREAT reason, and, purpose; MATTHEW 19:4-6...
4/ He said in reply, “Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female’
5/ and said, ‘For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh’?
6/ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, no human being must separate.”

Since that time, humanity has ignored this message, and, has run afoul of THE LAWS of *GOD*, in a state of mind, which, has CONVINCED us, that Divorce IS legal, acceptable, and, within our rights! And, in this day, 2012, just LOOK at the far reaching effects, our disobedience has brought forth! Millions, upon millions of Children, don't know their Fathers, and, as many, single Mothers, Children are left abandoned, orphaned, neglected, abused, homeless, and, worse, young people who view LOVE as a game, an aim for selfish pleasure, and, hold little regard, or, esteem FOR LOVE, as a whole!!!

This is one area of understanding which, NEEDS to be addressed, at home, in schools, in Churches, AND, more ADULTS NEED to set the example; one ALIGNED to *GOD*, and, FAITH/FAITHFULNESS, THAT, the FUTURE generations, carry forth *GODLINESS*, in ALL of it's perfection!!!

This is one of those matters which, will require several posts, so, more to come!!!

*GOD* BLESS, and, BE with us ALL, from the depths of the soul, outwardly, that, we HONOUR HIM, and, GLORIFY HIS name, for ALL to bear witness to!!!

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PRAY CONSISTENTLY, CONSTANTLY...

2012-01-27T10:28:00.000-08:00

We are taught to pray continually, and, is it any wonder? There are endless things to pray for; all sorts of things happen every moment, and, to every one, in the course of their lives! Also, we pray to survive the hours of the day, without slipping, without falter, without temptation, and, for forgiveness for, even, the slightest wrong we may have done! In my understanding, prayer is LARGELY, intercessory, therefore, we pray for the world, it's woes, for healing, encouragement, safety, and, on it goes! And, prayer IS the voice of the LOVING!!!

Praying does not mean that you have to stop everything, and, get down on your knees; that kind of praying is reserved for certain times of the day, when, you PRAISE, WORSHIP, and, THANK THE LORD! I move through the day, talking to *GOD*, and, anything that I hear, or, see, or, feel, which needs to be addressed, is lifted UP, while, silently, talking/praying to HIM, with thanks, and, PRAISE!!!

It becomes second nature after a while, to talk to *GOD* in the course of a day, and, is quite, effective, as it KEEPS you close to HIM, while, showing HIM, that you TRUST HIM, ABOVE everything else, for answers, guidance, direction, and, resolutions to whatever is at hand! It is a bond, a secured bond, which, once initiated, cannot be severed, and, grows stronger, all the time!!!

The list of people, and, circumstances, that NEED UPLIFTING, throughout the course of a day is extensive, therefore, we pray continuously! Let us look at some BIBLE verses...
PHILIPPIANS 4:6...
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

LUKE 18:1...
Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.

EPHESIANS 6:18...
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.

ROMANS 8:26...
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.

There are, of course, MANY more references to praying continuously, but, these reiterate the NEED of constant prayer!!!

We NEVER know when time will whisk us away, and, so, it is wise to stay connected to *GOD*, in EVERY sense, but, especially, in prayer, petitioning, repentance, and, open discussion!!!

Pray for the day, pray for the weak, pray for the orphaned, pray for the widowed, pray for the persecuted, pray for the ill, pray for the shut-ins, pray for the preachers, pray for the animals, pray for the leaders, pray for your neighbors, pray for the hungry, pray for the homeless, pray for ALL, and, EVERYTHING, all the while, with sincerity, thankfulness, and, PRAISE of the LORD, *GOD* ALMIGHTY! Prayer IS a most powerful resource!!!

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YOUR INNATE WORTH IS MEASURED BY GOD ALONE!!!

2012-01-25T11:51:00.000-08:00

Sometimes, people are not very nice, not very warm, not very receptive of you, but, we are taught NOT to live for people, but, for *GOD*! This is a difficult area of understanding, because, as humans, we NEED acceptance, yet, we must realize that to allow the emotions to rule the being, is placing oneself at risk, for sin, and, a sinful nature, PLUS, our worth is NOT based on others, but, on the good we bring forth, regardless of reception, or, reciprocation!!!

Don't you ALLOW others to decide your worth! YOU ARE WORTHY, in many respects, AND, you have been placed on this Earth, at this time, FOR *GOD'S* OWN purpose, that HIS WILL is fulfilled, so, don't sweat it, if you are shunned, shut out, ignored, or, treated unfairly, or, even badly! FORGIVE, and, remain in LOVE! BLESS these people, and, move forward with the FACT that NO ONE, NOT ONE, is any better than another, AND, that *GOD* HAS GREAT REASON for your life! Just as EVERYTHING in this world has purpose, and, a beauty, all it's own, so, DO YOU!!!

The nicest people in the world, are often the least favoured in the world, for many reasons, one of which is, they are not in the race to PROVE themselves, so, they are not as visible, and, they are not vying for attention, or, acclamation, BECAUSE they KNOW their worth! You don't HAVE to be popular to do *GOD'S* WILL; in fact, most of the ones whom have made the most impact in the history of mankind, have been, sort of outcasts, so, if you are one who is NOT running with the pack, you are not alone. Of course, you are not alone, anyway, because *GOD* IS ALWAYS with you!!!

I saw this quote, and, had to share it:
Why do we always IGNORE those that ADORE us, ADORE those that IGNORE us. LOVE those that HURT us and HURT those that LOVE us???
Is this REALLY human nature? If so, I would RATHER, stick with my spiritual nature, because in the spirit, I am IN LOVE, and, in LOVE, 1 CORINTHIANS 13:4-8...
4/ Love is patient, love is kind. It is not jealous, (love) is not pompous, it is not inflated,
5/ it is not rude, it does not seek its own interests, it is not quick-tempered, it does not brood over injury,
6/ it does not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices with the truth.
7/ It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.
8/ Love never fails.

In verse 5, there is a KEY to existing: IT DOES NOT BROOD OVER INJURY! One of the most difficult areas to master, yet, we MUST! I am a sensitive soul, so, I KNOW, for SURE, how difficult this is, and, yet, the more injury I incur, the more I am able to understand the reasoning behind it, and, get over it, move forward, and, retain LOVE!!!

Emotionalism, opens up PASSIONS, and, passions ARE that which, lead us to sin! Passion is that which opens up to, ALL negative actions, and, reactions, even, hatred, therefore, we MUST MANAGE our temperaments! As one with *GOD*/CHRIST, we are to LEARN our lessons, and, walk in gentleness, kindness, compassion, understanding, tolerance, patience, and, ALL virtuous behaviours/characteristics, OF a devout person! NOT easy to do, still, for our own good, and, the good of mankind, WE MUST!!!

YOU, better than anyone, KNOW who, and, what you are, and so, how can anyone else belittle what is NOT little? How can anyone determine your worth, when, it is already measured by *GOD*? See what I mean???

BE who, and, what you are, always improving, in the name of LOVE, and, let *GOD* take care of those who oppose you, but, NEVER let them defeat you, nor, destroy you, not in mind, nor, in spirit! Keep on keeping on, and, KNOW that you ARE worthy! The cream ALWAYS rises, though, it might take a while, so, don't turn to curds, before your time!!!

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Ziggy Marley - beautiful day (live)

2012-01-24T10:16:00.000-08:00

COLOSSIANS 3:2...

Set your mind on things above, not on earthly things...
KEEP your heads towards the Heavens above!!! I KNOW it's a beauuuuuuuuutiful day!!!

THE WORLD OF GOD IS EXCEEDINGLY, BEAUTIFUL!!!

2012-01-24T09:15:00.000-08:00

The world is where complexities lie; the world is brash, harsh, full of pits, obstacles, sufferings, and, on the negative list goes!!!

It MIGHT seem that the world of *GOD*, and, achieving *GODLINESS* is more complex, yet, HIS world is one of healing, restoration, renewal, rejuvenation, advancement, honesty, goodness, and, all things POSITIVE! Instead of viewing a walk with *GOD*, from a stance of the difficulties in doing so, view it from a stance of ALL the ENDLESS good it can do for you, throughout your entire life!!!

The only reason a walk with *GOD* SEEMS complex, is because of our limited understanding, which, largely, is due to lack of knowledge, and, having been brought up void of HIS teachings, or, in partial lessons, or, wrong lessons! The more you OPEN up to HIM, the more you DELVE into HIS world, the more insight, freedom, safety, and, BLESSINGS you will find, making the initial perception of difficulty, lessen, by the day!!!

*GOD'S* world is a MOST beauuuuuuuuuuuutiful world; one of LOVE, kindness, compassion, caring, sharing, warmth, and, ALL things WHOLESOME, healthy, vital, and, true! It is a world of rights, righteousness, and, rightfulness! There is NOTHING which can compare to what is in store for those who turn to HIM, in sincerity, and, openness! It is like stepping out of a war zone, into a land of sunshine, PEACE, and, harmony! Of course, the war zone is nearby, always working to take as many recruits as feasible, but, once inside the land of *GOD*, WHO would dare step backwards, though, people do, which is WHY, *GOD* 'called' forth, countless people, such as myself, to encourage others, to remind others, and, to offer a strong hand, should someone, begin to slip backwards! I don't want ANYONE of us, to be bound to the pit, not now, nor, ever!!!

I will NEVER relent in voicing the NECESSITY of LOVE, because IN LOVE, the evil conditions, circumstances, and, shackles, are slowed, then, eventually,eradicated, even though, they linger, nearby! LOVE is the ANTIDOTE to the throes of this world, and, you REALLY NEED to embrace it's far reaching, deeply healing, POSITIVE wholesomeness, in order to travel this journey, with out scar, blemish, affliction, infliction, and, damage! *GOD* IS LOVE, and, LOVE IS THE COMMANDMENT of reconciliation, PEACE, and, safety!!!

Look UP, look WITHIN; FIND *GOD* for REAL, wholly, and, become ONE with HIM, in HIS FULLNESS! TRUST HIM, totally, FATHER, SON, and, HOLY SPIRIT, to LEAD you to the promises of fulfillment! Don't look backwards, don't carry a heavy load of the past, just drop everything, and, run towards HIM, that you ARE LOVED as you should be, cared for in every way, provided for without end, and, safe from all which IS out to harm you, and, your chances for eternal bliss!!!

May *GOD* BLESS, and, BE with us ALL! Thank YOU LORD, our SAVIOUR, for A WAY out of the obscurity of deception, that we are safe, free, and, happy, evermore! AMEN!!!

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THE CASE FOR FORGIVENESS...

2012-01-23T06:46:00.000-08:00

Forgiveness is a major part of the life of the righteous, of our walk with *GOD*, and, a true standard of LOVE! It is also, one of the most difficult things for humans to do, but, we MUST! It is written, MATTHEW 6:14-15...
14/If you forgive others their transgressions, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
15/But if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your transgressions.

There are LOTS of references to forgiving others in THE WORD! LOTS! And, it makes sense! When we forgive, we are FREE to move forward, cleansed of what HAS the potential to bind us, and, take us into sin/sinful actions/reactions! It frees up room in the mind, heart, and, soul, AND, is a healing balm, all in it's own!!!

People ask me, how they can forgive certain things, such as molestation, abuse, and, on the list goes, but, the answer remains, WE MUST! *GOD* wants us to be MERCIFUL, just as HE is; this is aligned to HIS wish that, we be HOLY because, HE is HOLY! As I said above, when you forgive, you are FREED from that circumstance/condition; thus, NOT caught up in the dysfunction of the matter, which, IS what the evil one wishes us to remain in, but, which *GOD*, has taught us to release, that we are able to move forward, in the flow of LOVE, and, PEACE! It isn't easy, yet, believe me, it isn't that difficult, either!!!

To forgive doesn't mean that you have to be near to what you are forgiving; it means that you had the sense to RELIEVE yourself of the pressure, in understanding, and, LOVE! LOVE doesn't mean that you have to attach yourself to an offensive person, or, circumstance, it means that you don't hate, or, carry the burdens of negativity, within, because that HINDERS the righteousness you need to further your spiritual maturity/development, IN the name of *GOD*! People have done me wrong, so many times, and, I CAN forgive! It is something I LEARNED to do, at an early age, and, HAS served me well! I REALIZE that LOTS of people are messed up, and, much of this, is due to their lack; lack of knowledge, understanding, instruction, or, that they are under the holds of deception, and, NO ONE, not ONE, will end this life, without sin, without fault, without that which is imperfect, AND, if *GOD* can find, in HIS LOVE for me, to forgive me, ALL of the many instances in which I was wrong, or, acting wrongfully, I can, surely, find room in my heart of hearts, to forgive others! Truth be known, my worst enemy, could be in need of something, and, I WOULD be there to aid them; that DOESN'T mean that I want to spend time near them, or, allow them to harm me again, it means that I LOVE enough to extend my kindness to even the worst case scenario...

Does forgiveness mean that we have to forget? I don't think so, but, that is my opinion, because, when there is something to forgive, there is a lesson involved, and, we don't forget lessons, do we? I don't think that in NOT forgetting, that it should be present in our thoughts, but, I think that it is normal, for it to remain within us! IF we leave it IN our thoughts, or, hold onto it, have we really, forgiven? To forgive is to FREE ourselves from the affliction/infliction, and, so forth, so, it is best to, with time, push it into the recesses of the memory!!!

Forgiveness is letting go of the need for revenge, and, releasing negative thoughts of bitterness, and, resentment. Again, it provides FREEDOM for the one who has been wronged; in various ways!!!

To carry around a grudge, animosity, and, other negatives, is to create conditions for illnesses, and, weakness of body, mind, and, spirit; EACH of which, have the likelihood, of leading us down the rough roads of darkness, instead of, the path of LIGHT!!!

This all ties in with the 9 fruits of the HOLY SPIRIT! The 9 fruits of the HOLY SPIRIT are:
1.Love
2.Joy
3.Peace
4.Longsuffering
5.Kindness
6.Goodness
7.Faithfulness
8.Gentleness
9.Self-control

These are that, which, KEEP us FREE from evil, and, which, SHOW the world that we are ONE with CHRIST!!!

Life is an ongoing series of assaults, by the evil of the world, by people, by conditions, and, circumstances; thus, it is TO our advantage to KNOW HOW to free ourselves FROM that left behind, as things occur, and, forgiveness IS imperative to our spiritual, and, physical health!!!

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CHRIST, THE CHURCH, HIS COMMUNITY...

2012-01-22T10:03:00.000-08:00

Since HIS walk on this Earth, The Church, is the community that CHRIST JESUS, will gather. It is to exist, in ONE LOVE, ONE ACCORD, ONE SPIRIT, virtuously, in morality, and, ethics! It is to be, VOID of deception, dissension, or, ANY kind of discord. In the TRUE nature of LOVE for us, HE commands that LOVE is the state in which, we exist, towards, all, and, everything...

To be a member of this commUNITY, is to live in self denial, leaving ALL self-inclination behind, as, it is THE *GODHEAD*, and, GOODNESS, which, we strive to build up, honour, and, GLORIFY, THROUGH our ALIGNED beliefs, characteristics, and, behaviours, because we KNOW, BY HIS promises, that our reward is to come, exceeding ANY thing, pleasure, or, wealth, we could find in this life, and, these rewards, are eternal, not fleeting as those of this life...

LOVE is secondary to FAITH, and, FAITHFULNESS in this commUNITY, yet, IS the TRUE evidence OF the members of The Church/CHRIST! It is, continuously, forwarding from those OF the commUNITY, FOR THE GOOD OF ALL, in existence, IN HIS name, TO HIS GLORY! LOVE is, therefore, the MOST IMPERATIVE matter, in our FAITHFULNESS, that, we can develop, learn, embrace, and, utilize, that we ARE proof of it's GLORY, provisions, and, powers...

FAITH, and, LOVE, go, hand in hand; PROMOTING *GOD*, *GODLINESS*, righteousness, and, that which is ENCOURAGING, for ALL to bear witness to, THROUGH HIS Church, HIS commUNITY! FAITH without LOVE is as if not having FAITH, for we KNOW, THROUGH HIM, that LOVE IS the antidote to all which is wrong with the world, and, to LOVE is to present CHRIST JESUS TO the world!!!

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CHILDREN, HEED YOUR FATHER!!!

2012-01-21T10:32:00.000-08:00

The LORD, *GOD*, is our FATHER, and, HE is the best EVER! Sure, HE will chastise us, discipline us, teach us, and, demand better behaviours from us, but, HIS LOVE is irrevocable, unrelenting, and, eternal! We act as spoiled brats most of the time, where HE is concerned, and, while HE does react, HE never over-reacts! HE might throw a harsh lesson, or two, our way, that we learn, once, and, for all, just WHO IS the Parent, but, NEVER will HE turn from us, though, like any Parent who is constantly challenged, there might be some coolness, and, withdrawal; that is, in my opinion, normal, and, often, necessary!!!

It is a good thing that we did not exist back in the ancient times, when our FATHER, was prone to SHOWING HIS anger, and, wrath; there would be few of us left! IN LOVE, HE regretted the POWER of HIS anger, and, made concessions, saving the BREADTH of HIS anger, frustration, and, wrath, for the Day of Days, when, ALL will pay for, either their righteousness, or, their wrongness!!!

Don't we, really, owe HIM better than what we give HIM? Doesn't HE, of ALL in existence, DESERVE honour, respect, regard, LOVE, and, total appreciation? So what if HE commands things that are against our nature, they ARE for our own good! Bunch of cry babies, we are, waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa, I don't wanna give up things that are fun!!!

It, TRULY, is not all that difficult to comply WITH HIS wishes, AND, they ARE for GREAT reason, and, purpose, such as safety, health of body, mind, and, spirit, and, for the opportunity to find happiness, PEACE, and, a better day, in this world of woes!!!

HE asks us to come to HIM with the heart of a Child, but, with a mature spirit!!!

We want it both ways, which, according to HIS WORD, is not possible! HE wants us, because HE LOVES us, to understand, embrace, and, utilize the tools, keys, and, advantages which HE has placed before us, that we are FREE from the imprisonment of the evil of this world! And, what do we do? We whine, rebel, become arrogant, childish, and, stubborn! Still, people wonder WHY HE can be such a harsh disciplinarian!!!

This post requires honest assessment of actions, and, reactions, and, consideration of what you would do, IF your Children treated you the way we treat HIM! It is not to make you feel guilty, or, anything negative, it is, merely, to arouse a CONSCIOUSNESS TOWARDS THE FATHER, our *GOD*, that, perhaps, we MIGHT begin to think before we think, speak, act, and, react, that HE IS GLORIFIED, TRUTHFULLY, by HIS OWN people!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

LOVE IS ALL, AMEN!!!

2012-01-19T13:00:00.000-08:00

Beautiful, is the GRACE of the LORD, *GOD*, whom gave us the right to be redeemed, despite the human condition! Worthy is the effort of aligning to HIM, that HIS GRACE remains with us, always, throughout this life of woes! Amazing is HIS LOVE for us, and, wondrous, are the benefits of this LOVE, which empowers, enables, enriches, endows, enlightens, and, encourages, ALL in CREATION, FOR the GOOD of ALL!!!

SO many lessons to learn in the matters of HIS LOVE; lessons which, do NOT come easy for our human understanding, but which, advance us GREATLY, when we begin to absorb them! NOTHING in this existence is more giving, more provisional, more beneficial, to the spirit!!!

LOVE is not the LOVE we are taught in this life; it is beyond more! It is embracing the WHOLE of GOODNESS, and, that, which is RIGHT! It is about always placing others, before the self, and, with placing *GOD*, before ALL! It is about genuine compassion, concern, care, and, wanting the best to expand to EVERY being! It is the forwardness of the best of what lies within, without expectation, or, condition! And, in such action, there is rewards, unlimited!!!

LOVE is the CONVICTION that there is more to life, than what assaults our senses, afflicts us, infirms us, and, is throw our way! LOVE is the BELIEF that there is ALWAYS, something better in store! LOVE is the POSITIVITY OF THE HEAVENS, OF the nature of *GOD*, and, is the MIGHTY conquistador over deception, negativity, and, all wrongs of this journey!!!

Besides fearing *GOD*, having FAITH, and, being FAITHFUL, LOVE is the most imperative key to developing, growing, and, enjoying! LOVE IS ALL, AMEN!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

GOD SAYS, TURN YOUR LOVE AROUND!!!

2012-01-18T10:57:00.000-08:00

There is an old song, by George Benson, Turn Your Love Around, which, really reminds me of what *GOD* is saying to us! The refrain says,
Turn your love around
Don't you turn me down
I can show you how
Turn your love around...

This is, of course, a LOVE song, from a Man to a Woman, but, *GOD* LOVES us even MORE than this, and, the gist of this song, reminds me of the way *GOD* WISHES we would LOVE HIM:)))

Kirk Franklin 'I smile' Video + Lyrics New Music 2011

2012-01-18T10:51:00.000-08:00

THE MASTER'S INSTRUCTIONS (PART 2)...

2012-01-18T06:25:00.000-08:00

According to the definition by the BIBLICAL Scholars who translated the original text, RIGHTEOUSNESS = Conduct in CONFORMITY TO *GOD'S* WILL... MATTHEW 5:8, 5:10...

Many people do NOT believe that they have to conform to *GOD*, they believe that salvation is without condition, yet, the ENTIRE NEW TESTAMENT deals with CONFORMITY TO *GOD*, HIS WILL, and, BECOMING, in example, CHRISTLIKE! We don't HAVE to do anything, but, we OUGHT to conform in our LOVE of HIM!!!

CHAPTER 5 of MATTHEW, lays it all out, but, it MUST be studied, time, and, again, in order for it's intentions to sink to the depths of understanding!!!

In MATTHEW 5:13-16, we have a guideline, based on the conduct of the Disciples...
These verses teach us that BY their/our DEEDS they/we, are to INFLUENCE the world, for GOOD! They/we, can no more escape notice, than a city set on a mountain. If they/we fail in GOOD WORKS, they/we, are as useless as flavorless salt, or, as a lamp whose light is concealed!!!

In MATTHEW 5:17-20, CHRIST declared that HE DID NOT come to abolish the law, but, to fulfill it! To fulfill the law, appears, at first, to mean a literal enforcement of the law in the LEAST detail, UNTIL, Heaven, and, earth, pass away; until then, NOTHING of the law will pass away!!!

MATTHEW 5:21-48, sets out SIX examples of the conduct DEMANDED of the CHRISTIAN DISCIPLE. EACH deals with a COMMANDMENT OF THE LAW, 3 of which, HE reiterated, 3 of which, HE dismissed, but, revised!!!

It is very tricky to understand, but, OUR SALVATION was purchased with a price! Paul said:
GALATIANS 2:20...
"I have been crucified with Christ; and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me."
PHILIPPIANS 1:21...
"For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain."
PHILIPPIANS 3:7...
"But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ."

Paul is expressing one thought, again, and, again: one, simply, cannot accept Christ and His salvation unless there is a complete surrender of self to HIM; we are NOT of the carnal/fleshy world IN CHRIST, we are in the spirit, thus, that SHOULD be the way we live...

1 CORINTHIANS 6:19-20...
19/ Do you not know that your body is a temple of the holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own?
20/ For you have been purchased at a price. Therefore, glorify God in your body...

SELF DENIAL IS THE PRICE of SALVATION! It MEANS LEAVING the natural plane/carnality/flesh, behind, and, taking up the spiritual plane, in which, CONSTANT improvement is required, IN ORDER to obtain RIGHTEOUSNESS, which, will be THE TRUE TESTIMONIAL OF YOUR LOVE OF *GOD*/CHRIST/HOLY SPIRIT, and, of your wish for SALVATION! *GOD* KNOWS we are going to stumble, trip, fall, but, IF we REMAIN IN THE WORD, IN HIM, we are more inclined to ARISE again, and, NOT commit that, which, WILL remove us from HIS GRACE!!!

It is tricky, because, MANY, if not, MOST were baptized at a young age, and then, were NOT properly taught about SALVATION; instead, existing IN the world, and, in worldly/fleshy/carnal ways, in ignorance, EXPECTING SALVATION, but, without HAVING shared in the responsibilities, and, conditions of that SALVATION! One article which I just read, says about SALVATION, IT WILL COST YOU EVERYTHING! That means, EVERYTHING worldly, to which, most LOVE to cling to! IF you are ONE with *GOD*, you have CHOSEN to LIVE IN a WAY; HIS WAY, OVER, that of the world, that you are BEARING GOOD, WHOLESOME, TRUE fruit, on the VINE/CHRIST/THE HEAD OF THE CHURCH!!!

Thus, STUDYING THE WORD, ALWAYS, opens UP to what is TRUE, and, what is expected of us! Some imagine, that this is a pre-party for that DAY OF DAYS, and, they are within their rights, having been baptized, to live, AS THEY CHOOSE, even though, it is written, BE HOLY BECAUSE I AM HOLY:
1 PETER 1:13-16...
"Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy."

Then, CHRIST our LORD said, in MATTHEW 5:48...
So be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect...

And, *GOD* has told us to keep our thoughts on that ABOVE, not concerned with things of the world: COLOSSIANS 3:2. There is GREAT reasoning behind this! To do so, keeps us BUSY IN *GOD*, that we are SAFE from evil, temptation, and, the many traps placed before us! Don't imagine that salvation cannot be taken away, this is one reason we are to develop into *GODLY* beings, that come those latter times, we are SAFE from Satan's battle to, yet steal, as many souls as he can, BEFORE that DAY of DAYS; JUDGEMENT DAY! Your ability to remain in *GOD* DEPENDS upon your Wisdom, Knowledge, Understanding, Compliance, Faith, Strength, and, DESIRE TO EXIST ETERNALLY, IN *GOD*!!!

*GOD* wants us to use our spiritual CONSCIENCE in our walk with HIM, always discerning what is right, what is good, what is wholesome, and, what is becoming unto HIM! *GOD* gave us two options, to TURN to HIM, with our WHOLE hearts, or, remain in the world; HIS greatest wish is that we develop, an intimate relationship with HIM, one that grows, and, enriches us! Our part of the COVENANT of RECONCILIATION/PEACE, IS to IMPROVE, and, ADVANCE the spirit within, that we REFLECT HIM, in ALL, we think, say, or, do!!!

BE GOOD, DO GOOD, IMPROVE THE SPIRIT within! It takes CONSTANT, DELIBERATE, HEART-FELT EFFORT to honour THE GIFT, CHRIST JESUS, but, the MORE we CONFORM to HIM, the more BLESSED are our days, and, the more SENSE it makes, as we continue on this journey TO HIM, aware of what we did not realize before!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012
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THE MASTER'S INSTRUCTIONS...

2012-01-17T10:00:00.000-08:00

I am going to delve into The BOOK of MATTHEW for a while, especially, from Chapter 5, onward, as, this is the CORE of the teachings of CHRIST, our LORD, and which, shows us, our responsibility, to, conforming TO HIM...

The first part, of course, THE BEATITUDES, which present, exactly, what defines *GOD'S* Children...

MATTHEW 5:3-11...
3/ "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4/ Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted.
5/ Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land.
6/ Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.
7/ Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
8/ Blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see God.
9/ Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
10/ Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
11/ Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you (falsely) because of me.
12/ Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven. Thus they persecuted the prophets who were before you...

Next, we will get into the 'nature', and, disciplines, of Discipleship, which, opens up to the lessons of all TRUE followers of THE LORD!!!

WHEN THE WORLD IS CLOSING IN ON YOU, JUMP ABOARD THE LOVE TRAIN...

2012-01-13T09:20:00.000-08:00

Sometimes, the world around you, is rude, cold, aggressive, mean, ornery, weird, and, downright nasty, in which case, it is EASY to lose your composure, your cool, your calm, but, that is when a *GODLY* nature is MOST essential, to SHINE before those elemental powers of this Earth!!!

Of course, you ARE going to FEEL what is being hurled at you, how could you not!?! However, this is the time to tap into your CHRIST like disposition, shake the dust from your feet, and, move on! Time to show the world that LOVE does not allow for retaliation, anger, fear, or, any negative reaction! Time to BLESS those who are in your face, and, calmly, walk away! Not easy to do, believe me, I KNOW, but, that which is, most effective, and, most honourable to *GOD*!!!

When people slap you around with their tongues, their actions, their lack of manners, and, other such, turn the other cheek, forgive, and, BLESS them! IF we react according to their deeds, then, we are just as lost, as are they, AND, it LENGTHENS the duration of the affliction/infliction! Therefore, it is best to follow our LORD'S example, and, remain, IN LOVE, ABOVE that which is accosting us/our nature!!!

It CAN be a most icy, cruel world, but, that is the darkness, and, we are of the LIGHT, therefore, SOMEONE, ESPECIALLY those OF THE LIGHT, has to be right, to set the example, and, to maintain maturity, even when it is most difficult! We must refrain from being dragged down with what we face, and, we must free our selves from the onslaught, BY REMAINING as the LIGHT; the reflection of our most gentle, kind, compassionate, tolerant, peace-LOVING, LOVING, CHRIST JESUS, who was slapped around in as many, if not more ways, than, are we, but, whom ALWAYS kept HIS cool!!!

Giving into anger, vengeance, and, retaliation, take us down into the throes of temptation, which, is the product of lack of knowledge, and, does nothing to PROMOTE LOVE/*GOD*!!!

REFUSE to become one with the ugliness of the world, BY REMAINING ONE WITH *GOD*; it is the antidote, and, the healing balm, which, the world, DESPERATELY needs! IF *GOD'S* people act according to what the world throws at them, then, what distinguishes the *GODLY* from the others???

Jump aboard the LOVE train; stay aboard, and, be happy, no matter what the world hurls at you; leave all dissension behind, IN the mind of LOVE, to please YOUR FATHER, and, not humanity!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

PRAYER: IS THERE A RIGHT WAY??? (PART 2)

2012-01-09T10:42:00.000-08:00

I have found 21 references to prayer in THE BIBLE; 24, if we are to count THE LORD'S PRAYER, THE prayer for JESUS' Disciples, and, The prayer of the Apostles. The FIRST one, is GENESIS 18:27...
Abraham spoke up again: “See how I am presuming to speak to my Lord, though I am only dust and ashes!

This ONE line shows HOW Abraham was humble BEFORE *GOD*, he, simply, KNEW that *GOD* IS THE SUPREME BEING in ALL existence! Abraham was made great BY *GOD*, because he KNEW his place, and, because he, IN FAITH, BELIEVED *GOD* from every angle, every aspect, and, did NOT falter, nor, wane, in his beliefs, NOR, did he imagine, that he was more than he was, a servant, a tool, of THE ALMIGHTY *GOD*!!!

Abraham was asking, humbly so, AND, in FEAR of *GOD*, that people be sparred *GOD'S* wrath! He used conscientious SENSE, and, his FEAR of *GOD*, to lead him in his opening of his mouth, and, even, asked *GOD* not to be angry with him, for asking, that more people be saved! He, intrinsically KNEW, that *GOD'S* WILL SHALL BE DONE, and, did not question HIS AUTHORITY, or, POWER, instead, asked that HIS intentions be reconsidered, FOR the GOOD OF OTHERS, NOT for himself!!!

Another key, next to humility before *GOD*, is to open up to that which will aid, serve, and, optimize OTHERS, not self! In petitioning for others, there lies BLESSINGS FOR the self, but, it is not to be presumed, nor, expected! The desire to assist others THROUGH *GOD* MUST be sincere, honest, and, for good reason!!!

There are now, HUNDREDS of BILLIONS of people on Earth; *GOD* is BUSY, I am sure! Thus, HIS ears are open to the sincere, and, those whose aim is for the good of LOVE, life, humanity, and, what is to come! HE is NOT a genie, nor, anything less than ALL POWERFUL; HIS POWER IS AWESOME, therefore, should NOT be approached with that, less than worthy, of HIS attentions!!!

Such prayers are INTERCESSORY prayers, and, are the most common IN THE BIBLE, but, ESPECIALLY from CHRIST JESUS! MOST, if not, every prayer, lifted to *GOD*, was FOR us, for the GOOD of humanity, and, for their guidance, direction, and, protection! JESUS NEVER had to ask *GOD* for anything for HIMSELF, for HE KNEW that ALL of HIS needs WOULD be provided for! Intercessory prayers make the most sense, for they ARE demonstrating the SPIRITUAL BEING, NOT, the carnal being! The carnal being is MORE concerned for SELF, than others!!!

I am not saying that you cannot pray for self, yet, IF WE HAVE FAITH, DON'T we BELIEVE that our needs are being met, and, therefore, isn't it a waste of breath, and, time, to lift up what HIS WILL procures, naturally??? Besides that, THE LORD'S PRAYER, covers all of our most pressing needs!I, personally, rarely, appeal to *GOD* for my self, except for HEALTH, that I might continue to do HIS work! I KNOW HE has my back, and that, HIS WILL, is inclusive of provisions, that will, enhance my life!!!

*GOD* hears our cries, feels our pains, knows our sufferings, and, BY HIS WILL, shall, according TO HIS WILL, take care of us, but, we have a role in HIS provisions, and, that is, to live in FAITH, and, FAITHFULNESS, HONOURING HIM, GLORIFYING HIM, EXALTING HIM, PRAISING HIM, WORSHIPPING HIM, THANKING HIM, and, BEING GRATEFULLY APPRECIATIVE OF HIM, and, ALL HE DOES for us!!!

More to come. There is lots to sort through, so, be patient, please...

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

PRAYER; IS THERE A RIGHT WAY???

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ROMANS 8:26-27...
26/ In the same way, the Spirit too comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit itself intercedes with inexpressible groanings.
27/ And the one who searches hearts knows what is the intention of the Spirit, because it intercedes for the holy ones according to God’s will.

JESUS says in MATTHEW 6, verses 5-8...
5/ “When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, who love to stand and pray in the synagogues and on street corners so that others may see them. Amen, I say to you, they have received their reward.
6/ But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will repay you.
7/ In praying, do not babble like the pagans, who think that they will be heard because of their many words.
8/ Do not be like them. Your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

THEN, HE teaches us the LORD'S PRAYER...
MATTHEW 6:9-15...
9/ “This is how you are to pray:
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
10/ your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
11/ Give us today our daily bread;
12/ and forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors;
13/ and do not subject us to the final test,
but deliver us from the evil one.

14/ If you forgive others their transgressions, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
15/ But if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your transgressions...

If CHRIST JESUS said that this is how we are to pray, it would indicate that THE LORD'S PRAYER is all provisional for our needs, think???

PRAYER is a POWERFUL thing, thus, we must find the proper way(s) to pray, and, understand how our mentality affects the delivery of our prayers, to *GOD*, that, they reach HIM, not anyone, but *GOD*/CHRIST!!!

We NEED to study the ways of CHRIST thoroughly, for IT IS, HIS example we must follow, and, by LEARNING HIS ways, we are more inclined to present ourselves, in a way, worthy of *GOD*!!!

CHRIST prayed throughout HIS entire life, and, it was more than, mere communication between THE FATHER, and, HIM; HE bowed down, HE cried, trembled, wept, yelled, and, let loose, what HE was praying for! HE APPEALED to *GOD*, IN ALL SINCERITY, and, OPENNESS of SPIRIT! HE was humble, HE was, honestly, releasing HIS innermost concerns, and, HOPES, WHILE stating that *GOD'S* WILL be done!!!

This is an important area of prayer; understanding *GOD'S* WILL! SO many pray without regard to *GOD'S* WILL; these people expect, based on their egocentric wants, desires, and, needs, but, DO NOT regard *GOD'S* WILL as the TRUE outcome of prayer! NO MATTER WHAT, IN THIS LIFE, and, IN THE HEREAFTER, *GOD'S* WILL SHALL BE DONE, and, little that we can do, will affect the direction of HIS WILL! So, if you are praying for something, and, it is NOT OF HIS WILL, I wouldn't expect a miracle to happen! ALWAYS REMEMBER, THIS LIFE IS INCLUSIVE IN HIS PLAN, and, WE ARE OF HIS PLAN, THEREFORE, SUBJECT TO HOW HIS PLAN MANIFESTS itself; which means, much of that which, we ask for, DOES NOT correlate TO HIS PLAN/WILL, and, IN FACT, might cause you further hindrance, pain, faltering, and so, HE IS NOT GOING TO GRANT YOUR EVERY WHIM, WISH, or, DESIRE! KEEP IN MIND, HIS WILL, WHEN you come to HIM, in prayer!!!

We are taught to become one with HIM, that we become spiritual beings, alive on this planet, NOT as carnal/fleshy beings, and so, we can assume that prayers OF the spiritual being, is far more likely, to be heard of THE FATHER! To live in the spirit, is to live FREE of that which keeps you carnal, that is, things of the flesh; things which have selfish needs, and, do NOT promote the WILL of *GOD*! Things which open up to wrong, instead of, opening up to good! Things which appeal to the lesser being, than to, the HIGHER being!!!

*GOD* KNOWS your human needs BEFORE you speak of them, or, ask for them, therefore, it is apparent, that, in most cases of prayer, we can forget such things, instead, offering thanks, in advance, for what HIS WILL shall unleash upon you! To me, prayer is a mix of humbled reverence, petitioning, thanking, PRAISING, WORSHIPPING, and, GLORIFYING *GOD*!!!

This is an extremely complex area of our walk with *GOD*, and so, it will take more posts...

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

POWER IN THE WORD!!!

2012-01-07T10:38:00.000-08:00

Not many people, see the need for reading the BIBLE, especially, in it's ENTIRETY, but, it IS imperative TO life, AND, reading the ENTIRE WORD, TEACHES us HOW ABOUT *GOD*, and, HOW to become as HE would have us to be! The OLD TESTAMENT is SO useful for our walk with *GOD*, historically, as well as, giving us a glimpse into the kind of people we SHOULD be, and, COULD be IF we REALLY, understood our FATHER, the LORD, our *GOD*!!!

Reading THE WORD through, once, is nothing, as the MORE you read it, the MORE is opened up to you! I read it daily, through, and, through, and, through, and, EACH time, something else is revealed to me, PLUS, WHAT we need to know, ties into together, making MUCH more sense of it!!!

The OLD TESTAMENT THROUGH the BOOK of REVELATIONS, is ONE work, ONE plan, FOR us to understand, embrace, and, utilize, THAT, we are ENABLED, and, EMPOWERED to journey THROUGH this life, IN the SAFETY of our CREATOR, *GOD*, so that, come that Day of Days, we come home, to HIM, not having LOST our rights through IGNORANCE!!!

Each time I read through the ENTIRE BIBLE, I am informed, enlightened, and, reminded OF *GOD*, HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, and, HIS intent for my existence! I LEARN something EVERY single time I read, and, LOTS of aha! moments come, the more I read! The forefather's of our existence, have EXTREME lessons for us to embrace; lessons such as, endurance, perseverance, tolerance, patience, and, FAITHFULNESS! All of these requirements follow through to the END of the BOOK of BOOKS, so, you KNOW that they ARE imperative, and, DO have bearing ON our walk with *GOD*!!!

I have ALWAYS LOVED the BIBLE; since I was a Child, and, read it completely through, when I was barely 13! Of course, I was not, yet, mature enough to embrace what I was reading, still, SOME things DID take, and, settle into my understanding! Then, I was off into the crazy world, alone, and, had to face LOTS, before THE WORD beckoned to me, in a way, which, BEGAN my REAL direction TO *GOD*!!!

I KNOW, FOR SURE, that there IS POWER IN THE WORD; it is different for each person, because our walk with *GOD*, IS as individual as we are, but, HIS POWER LIES IN HIS WORD, forever, and, ever, without detracting, in ANY way, nor, for ANY generation!!!

HIS WORD holds KEYS, TOOLS, WISDOM, KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING, RESOLVE, FAST TRACKS to wholesomeness, HEALTH, and, ON the advantages go!!!

*GOD* tells us to BE HOLY, because HE is HOLY, and, THE WORD SHOWS us what HOLY IS! HE tells us to KEEP our thoughts on that ABOVE, and, SHOWS us what this means! HE tells us to HONE our FAITH, that it is battle ready, and, SHOWS US the intricacies involved, and, the benefits of DOING so! This ain't no game, and, HIS REASONS for this instruction HAS GREAT PURPOSE, FOR OUR OWN GOOD!!!

KEEP your nose to THE BOOK, and, learn to be happy, healthy, free, and, BLESSED by HIS own hand!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

THE HAND OF LOVE...

2012-01-04T07:58:00.000-08:00

*GOD* is power, the source, which, brings forth this day,
And, moves me, not always, gently, along the way;
Sometimes, I resist where HE wants me to go,
But, HIS WILL shall be done, this, I know!
HE knows better than I
Exactly why,
I need to be pushed, at times, towards what HE has planned for me,
Thus, I ignore my fears, and, cooperate, humbly...

Our FATHER is used to our, stubborn, resistance,
HE IS the MASTER of persistence;
Alone, knowing the outcome of what shall be,
While, we struggle, in our ability
To, relinquish control,
Body, mind, and, soul
To our CREATOR, who is well aware of,
The fact, that, once in a while, we need a shove!!!

I TRUST HIM, with all of my heart,
Yet, occasionally, from me, courage, does depart,
So, like a doting Parent, HE nudges me to,
Do, what HE intends me to do,
Leading me in LOVE, and, affection,
To taking another step, in the right direction,
Which, somehow, always, works out, just so,
The LORD, is pure Genius; which, the more HIS hand guides me, I am inclined to know!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

2012: A TIME FOR DOING...

2012-01-03T13:13:00.000-08:00

There is LOTS of talk, about what we WANT, from this year,
With little discussion, about what we, can bring to it;
To me, one thing remains, very clear,
There is MUCH to be done, and, no time to quit!!!

Share your gifts, take up a cause, help others along the way,
Inspire, encourage, mentor, and, support, all those, that you can,
There is much power, in what you might, lend to a day,
Which, furthers the growth, of your, fellowman!!!

Make this New Year, one of DOING, one of working towards good,
Let your actions shine, as a radiant light,
Live it, like you ARE able to do ANYTHING, as you should,
Then, the world, will be, all the more right:)))

TO *GOD* be ALL GLORY, AMEN!!!

REV. LWINSOR (SHA'ROSA) © 2012
I shared this elsewhere, and, again, thought it was worth sharing here!!!

UPWARD, ALWAYS...

2012-01-02T20:12:00.000-08:00

Keeping an UP attitude in this crazy world, is NOT easy, yet, knowledge, and, the WISDOM that comes from understanding, can make it more likely, that, each day, you remain UP!!!

Evil, and, it's negatives are all around us, they surround us, and, are waiting to suck us under, but, IF we ARE walking the GOOD walk with *GOD*, it ain't got nuthin' on us!!!

Similar to magic spells, and, mystic powers, evil only has effect, when we allow it to seep into our *GODLY* mind! Otherwise, it is wasting time, because we KNOW that ONLY *GOD* holds ALL power OVER ALL in existence, and, is planted, firmly, in our hearts, souls, and, mind, thus, the body, too!!!

No evil can penetrate my whole, because the POWER of *GOD* has control!!!

The POWER of *GOD* is more MIGHTY than ANYTHING else in existence! BELIEVE this, it is FACT! As we grow into HIM, and, live accordingly, NOTHING can infiltrate; NOTHING! This has to do with FAITH, and, FAITHFULNESS, which, we are to HONE to perfection, FOR the safety FROM evil, and, it's constant seeking of opportunity to take us down!!!

HONED FAITH is TOTAL BELIEF IN *GOD*, and, HIS POWERS, as well as, belief IN HIS CONSTANT PROTECTION, and, PROVISIONS for us! It never wanes, never falters, FAITH, simply, BELIEVES, no matter what!!!

Developing FAITH is like a youngster learning to play an instrument! It is rough, tears at the senses, but, once they have learned to play, it is sweeeeeeeeeeeeet muzik, and, is pleasing to the WHOLE of the being, as well as, has potential, and, benefits, unlimited!!!

Give FAITH your attention this year, and, watch how it LIFTS you UPWARD, in attitude, and, BLESSINGS!!!

PRAISE THE LORD, our *GOD*, for HIS GENIUS PLAN to restore us to our worthy state of existence!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

2012: REACH HIGH!!!!

2012-01-02T11:36:00.001-08:00

REACH HIGH, ALL THE WAY TO HEAVEN THIS YEAR, 2012!!!
BELIEVE, RECEIVE, and, LIVE IN THE GLORY OF *GOD*!!!

YAH BABY, S T R E T C H it ALL the way UP TO *GOD* on HIGH!!!

MAKE 2012 AMAZING!!!

2012-01-01T22:59:00.002-08:00

How went the first day of a New Year??? I pray it was one of BLESSINGS, happiness, PEACE, and, goodness...

To make this entire year work FOR you, you only need to cling to *GOD*, and, HIS promises, over those promises of this world! Get into THE WORD to understand, fully, HIS promises, then, IN FAITH, let the year unfold, according TO HIS WILL! HE LOVES you, and, is generous with those who 'turn' to HIM, sincerely, trusting, and, honestly! The world holds much promise, but, those promises are often, empty, and, lead you farther from *GOD*, so, keep your thoughts on that ABOVE, and, HE WILL take care of you!!!

Embrace, understand, and, utilize LOVE, FAITH, prayer, PRAISE, and, WORSHIP, and, your efforts will bring you HIS BLESSINGS! BE good, and, DO good, and, that shall return to you, believe it! Remain patient, kind, and, endure, persevere, and, stay IN HIS WAYS, and, HE will add to you, greatly!!!

*GOD* does not work in our timezone, so, do not be discouraged if things don't happen as fast as you would like them to; HE WILL NOT FORSAKE the FAITHFUL!!!

Let this year be one of *GOD*, that HIS MIGHT is unleashed to your benefit; HE is a SURE, and, HONOURABLE *GOD*, and, WITH HIM, NOTHING is impossible!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR, and, PRAISE *GOD* for ALL HE IS, and, HIS endless provisions!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2012

2012, A GIFT OF GOD...

2011-12-30T17:15:00.000-08:00

I posted this elsewhere, but, felt that it is most fitting for this site... HAPPY NEW YEAR, with ALL my LOVE! May *GOD* BLESS us each day, in ways which speak to us, deeply, of HIS LOVE for us!!!

Dear FATHER, who art in Heaven, by YOUR own choosing, and, YOUR own GRACE, we are entering a New Year, and, I come to YOU, to ask YOU, to help us to make this a year of HONOURING YOU, through greater understanding, reflecting YOU, in our words, deeds, and, growth...

Help us to learn LOVE, that, the MIGHT of YOUR LOVE encamps around us, encompassing us, and, that it, enables, enriches, and, empowers us, so that, we are encouraged by the endowments of the LOVE YOU have so, freely, bestowed upon us, because, I KNOW that LOVE IS THE WAY!!!

Aid us to honing our FAITH, that we do NOT suffer the throes of this life, and, mold us into FAITH filled beings, that we exemplify, and, GLORIFY YOU, for ALL in existence, to bear witness to, so that, more, and, more, and, more, YOUR WILL BECOMES our way!!!

Teach us, FATHER, to help ourselves to our rightful benevolences, this coming year, and, move us to sharing them with the whole world...

Lead us to victory OVER that which would take us farther away from YOU, and, guide us to the ability to TRULY discern between, YOUR WAY, and, that of the world...

Assist us to take this year, this gift, and, MAKE it a New Year, WORTHY of YOU, in ALL ways, for YOU, alone, ARE the reason for this year, along with, all of it's days!!!

I thank YOU with my entire being, for ALL YOU bring forth, including, necessary lessons, and, instructions, which, ARE for our own good, and, which, WILL lead us to betterment! I am ever indebted, ever grateful, and, I WHOLLY, appreciate YOU in ALL of YOUR MAJESTY! In the name of CHRIST JESUS, of Nazareth, I PRAISE THEE, endlessly, my FATHER, my LORD, my *GOD*, my HOLY SPIRIT, my KING, and, my EVERYTHING!!! AMEN!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2011

LOVE, ALWAYS...

2011-12-28T09:03:00.000-08:00

People challenge us, it is a part of life; such can come from immediate Family, Friends, or, ANYONE! HOW we deal with these challenges, marks our spiritual maturity, and, growth, and, can bring some of such incidents, to an end!!!

The evil one moves freely, amongst, as well as, in, and, out, of Mankind; it is his job to create turmoil, disturbance, doubt, hatred, fear, and, well, I guess you could say, to distribute the negatives of this world! But, we can RISE ABOVE him, his tactics, and, the effects of his slithering, BY learning, fully, THE WORD, as, IN THE WORD, ALL found in this life, has resolve!!!

It is sad, but, LOTS of people who stir it up, are LOST; they are SO wrapped up IN life, and, SO FAR from *GOD*, even though they claim to be *GODLY*, that they are not even aware, of the problems they create! They are deluded, confused, and, exist in illusion's happiness, sure, proud, and, arrogant IN their lives, with attitudes as haughty as they come!!!

As people of CHRIST, *GOD*, we are to LOVE them, forgive them, BLESS them, and, remove ourselves from them, that they do not lead us down with them! NOT easy to do, at times, but, these ARE the instructions of the LORD, our *GOD*! In the EXAMPLE of CHRIST, *GOD*, are we to live, which means, being, in the gist of LOVE; KIND, TOLERANT, PATIENT, COMPASSIONATE, UNDERSTANDING, FORGIVING, FORBEARING, while enduring, persevering, and, STANDING STRONG IN HIM, and, LOVE! We are to LOVE, and, FORGIVE, even our most persistent enemies, thus, all the more so, those who are near us, but, give us hell as a way to go...

*GOD* LOVES us, even though, we are really messed up! HE LOVES us REGARDLESS of our imperfections, but, to become ONE with HIM, we HAVE to learn of HIS LOVE, then, PATTERN our lives after this LOVE; which means, existing in that same selfless, giving, wholesome state, in which, HE LOVES us! We, DON'T innately, KNOW LOVE, we know LOVE BECAUSE of HIS LOVE for us, and, because we ALIGN to HIM!!!

You SEE, we are to BE REFLECTIONS, LIVING REFLECTIONS OF HIM, HIS LIFE, HIS LOVE, HIS COMMANDS, HIS WAY, THAT, others might be ATTRACTED TO THE LIGHT/HIM, because OF OUR own alignment, obedience, and, understanding OF HIS WAYS; which MEANS, we CANNOT react NEGATIVELY towards negativity, BECAUSE we are NOT of negativity, but, OF WHOLESOMELY GOOD POSITIVITY!!!

It IS difficult to BLESS someone who gets in your face, or, treats you badly/wrongly, but, consider the life of CHRIST, and, HOW HE reacted to adversity, and, you will have the CORRECT, and, RIGHT way to follow!!!

To BECOME ONE WITH HIM, we HAVE to BECOME ONE FULLY, not in part, and so, we MUST KNOW CHRIST, and, HIS WAYS, in order to be what we claim to be! We have to walk the talk, talk the walk, and, BE VISIBLE PROOF OF HIS LOVE, HIS WHOLESOMENESS, and, HIS WAYS; we are, after all, grafted in TO BEAR GOOD FRUITS; if we do not bear GOOD FRUIT, we WILL be pruned; it IS the way it is, and so, we MUST have CLEAR KNOWLEDGE OF HIM!!!

BE STRONG, in ALL you encounter, IN HIS name, out of LOVE for HIM, so that, LOVE IS TAUGHT BY EXAMPLE! It might not take in some, but, then again, in some, the MORE they WITNESS this LOVE, the more inclined they are to consider it, then, align, and that, dear people, IS, in part, the FRUIT we bear!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2011

READ EPHESIANS 4:26, JAMES 1:20, and, JAMES 4:1-12...

KEEP YOUR THOUGHTS ON THAT ABOVE...

2011-12-27T09:37:00.000-08:00

By the GRACE of *GOD*, I am coming along in my spiritual development, and, growth, but, it is sure, I will NEVER be perfect, which means, my time must be devoted to MY own growth, that I am ever closer to *GOD*! Which means, I do NOT have time to be concerned about the wrongs of the world, except in the capacity of offering encouragement, direction, guidance, and, so forth, but, NOT in the sense of judging, or, condemning, or, denying others, because of their behaviours, and TRULY, how could I, anyway, when EACH of us carries similarities of the human condition? How can I label another, when, somewhere in this life, I have probably, been, or, am, guilty of the same? See what I mean? This is WHY *GOD* tells us to KEEP our thoughts on that above (COLOSSIANS 3:2), and, not on the world, because the world will, surely, find countless ways to take us AWAY from *GOD*, long enough to cause us to falter, wane, and, commit that, which we had no intention of committing...

In the capacity of compassion, we can observe, and, offer what we can, to others, however, to observe, and, speak against, is bordering on err/sin!!!

You see, we are to become as LIGHT, reflecting the WHOLESOME GOODNESS, LOVE, PURITY, MERCY, and, GRACE of the LORD, our *GOD*, and, time is uncertain, thus, EVERY minute of THIS day, counts, as we HOPE to right what is wrong in our OWN being, that we CAN GLORIFY *GOD* AS EXAMPLES OF HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS! This would indicate, that there is NO time to wag the tongue against others, or, deny them, as we are TOO busy righting ourselves!!!

REMEMBER, we are dead TO the world, we ARE spiritual beings, ABOVE acting in such ways! Our inclinations towards humanity must be on levels which AID, HEAL, GUIDE, DIRECT, and RESCUE them, VOID of demands, hostility, belittlement, or, ANY negatives. We are to BY EXAMPLE SHOW the world the FREEDOM, and, BENEVOLENCES OF *GOD*, and, of LIVING in *GODLY* ways!!!

Also, recall that you NEVER know when you are entertaining Angels (HEBREWS 13:2), the HEAVENLY HOSTS, whom HAVE appeared to humanity, in ways, less than perfect!!!

BE kind, compassionate, generous, LOVING, and, all behaviours of a character, developed in virtue, and, goodness, TO ALL you encounter, and, ANY TIME you find yourself about ready to judge another, remind yourself that to do so, IS to step away from how far you have come in your growth, then, BLESS them, and, keep your mind on that ABOVE! IF such people NEED you, by all means, provide what is the WILL of *GOD* for them, but, do so WITHOUT judgement of ANY kind...

There is ONE SUPERIOR, ONE LORD, ONE *GOD*, ONE KING, thus, to vie for superiority over anyone, is foolish, as we are all, in the same boat, and, our challenge IS, how to get that boat to safety, FOR the GOOD of ALL, IN the name of LOVE, BY the LAW of LOVE!!!

THE WORD TEACHES us how to exist IN this world, while in our natural state of the spirit, we only have to stay IN THE WORD, IN *GOD*, and, IN LOVE!!! AMEN!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2011

MERRY CHRISTMAS: FOLLOW THE LIGHT!!!

2011-12-21T09:54:00.000-08:00

JOHN 14:6..
Jesus said to him, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me...

We must keep our sights on that ABOVE, and, follow the LIGHT of CHRIST JESUS, at all times, that we are not brought into risk from this world! We are to exist in LOVE, and, ALL that which represents LOVE! We are to build upon FAITH, PRAISE, WORSHIP, HONOUR, and, REGARD the LORD, our *GOD*, while, THROUGH constant IMPROVEMENT OF the spirit, becoming LIVING testaments OF HIS LOVE!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS; may the LOVE of *GOD* FILL you to the point of being ALL there is to you!!!

LET MY LOVE BECOME PURELY VISIBLE...

2011-12-19T08:46:00.000-08:00

We OUGHT to give back unto HIM, the whole of our beings, body, mind, and, soul, in the state HE CREATED us in, freed from the delusion of the world, developed in the spirit, strong in LOVE, HOPE, FAITH, TRUST, and, all things good, which PROVE our LOVE, regard, and, respect, FOR the GIFT HE has bestowed upon us!!!

HE GAVE of HIMSELF so clearly, so selflessly, from the PURITY of HIS LOVE for us, asking only that we return to HIM, with our whole hearts; sincerely, honestly, and, with the understanding that, this is the ONLY WAY to TRUE life!!!

It is SURE that we can not give as HE has, yet, we OUGHT to give HIM, in the IMPROVEMENT of our human abilities, the BEST of ourselves; in LOVE, effort, compliance, obedience, diligence, deliberation, devotion, gratitude, thanks, praise, and, worship, as, ONLY HE IS WORTHY of ANYthing we have to give! NOTHING in this life, DESERVES what we have to give, EXCEPT *GOD*, and, truthfully, when we give to HIM, we are giving what else should be given, to the rest of life!!!

Christmas time is the celebration of HIS GIFT, HIM in the flesh, HIS SON, and, through HIS SON, the HOLY SPIRIT, that we SEE the LIGHT, the WAY, the TRUTH, and so, IF this doesn't touch us, TO THE CORE, with appreciation, then, we are not open to receiving this miracle!!!

FATHER, I live in AWE of YOUR GIFT of LOVE, which has, then, seared DEEPLY into my being, stirring, arousing, and, awakening the me, which, YOU CREATED, but, which, deception veiled, and, I am ever indebted, ever grateful, ever thankful, and, wholly appreciative, therefore, I STRIVE to perfect my spirit, IN YOUR name, TO YOUR GLORY, that I might SHOW YOU, as well as the world, just how IMPACTING, and, POWERFUL, YOUR GIFT IS! BLESS YOU, my LORD, I PRAISE YOU, I WORSHIP YOU, and, I GLORIFY YOUR name, eternally, IN voice, thought, action, and, reaction, in the name of CHRIST JESUS, our SAVIOUR! AMEN!!!

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GOD DOESN'T NEED US...

2011-12-16T10:11:00.000-08:00

WE need *GOD*, but, *GOD* does not need us; HE could quickly, perfectly, and, easily, CREATE more obedient, better, improved, versions of us, but, for HIS own reasons, HE digs us, so much, that HIS LOVE for us, has allowed a WAY for us to be with HIM, for all eternity, because HE WANTS us to be with HIM, always!!!

HIS DIVINE plan was conceived, long BEFORE our CREATION, which indicates, that HE KNEW prior, just how lost we were to become on this planet, and, how difficult it would be, to find our way BACK to HIM! My imagination likes to feed me imagery, of Plan A, Plan B, and, Plan C; like, our part in the whole, could go several ways, which, HE provided for!!!

Anyway, HE LOVES us, and, OF this LOVE, CHRIST JESUS became the firstborn of ALL CREATION, the image of the invisible *GOD*, PRIOR TO our own manifestation, which, seems to point TO the fact that HE KNEW, far in advance, what we would be up against, having in place, our LIGHT, our WAY, our SAVIOUR!!!

HE KNOWS we possess HIS strengths, as misplaced, and, as misguided, as they are, and, THROUGH HIS WORD, along with CHRIST JESUS, has laid THE WAY, that these strengths are nurtured, increased, and, fortified, that, the elemental powers, and, authorities of this world, are NOT able to weaken us any further than we allow them to! You see, we have CHOICES in this life, thanks to the endlessly DEEP GENIUS of our *GOD*! We can CHOOSE to become ensnared, and, entangled in that, which, like seaweed, will take us under, and, down, OR, we can CHOOSE THE WAY, that we are FREED from the intentions of this world!!!

Some might say that HE DOES, in fact, need us, to GLORIFY HIS name, but, I say that HE could, surely, and, perfectly, CREATE beings who would do exactly that, and, in fact, HIS CHOSEN ANGELS, do, just that! NO! It is way deeper than that! HE WISHES for us to FIND OURSELVES through HIS WORD, and, find the TRUTH in the wrongs of this world, that we are strengthened beyond doubt, OF HIM, and, HIS GLORIOUS WAYS!!!

WE need *GOD* as much as we need our breath to survive, for HE IS OUR BREATH! HE IS our sustainment, period! HE is our senses, HE is EVERYTHING, and, the more time you spend being away from HIM, lost in this crazy, delusional world, the more likely, you are to recognize the NEED for HIM, in your life!!!

What better GLORY for HIS name, than people whom have LEARNED that HE is preeminent OVER ALL else??? What better testimony than people whom have ARISEN FROM their shackles to HIS GLORY??? What better victory FOR HIM, than people whom have CHOSEN THE TRUTH over ALL of the temptations of the world, empty, and, fleeting, as they are??? What better LOVE could there be, than people who GAVE the LOVE HE gave them, BACK to HIM, in thought, action, and, deed, DESPITE the onslaught of weaponry shot at them, by the deceiver, day in, day out??? You see???

Ah, it is a VERY COMPLEX plan, into which we were born, but, by fearing *GOD*, LOVING HIM, and, CHOOSING HIS WAYS, the complexities are lessened! It is deception that USES the complexities to keep us grounded, which, is AGAINST our innate state, for we ARE beings of LIGHT, lofty, and, free!!!

It is a MOST HOLY season; what better time to make the RIGHT CHOICE, and, align to the MERCIFUL GRACE of our LORD, our *GOD*, and, be FILLED with the LIGHT of eternity? It is a gift to self, and, to the FATHER, SON, and, HOLY SPIRIT; a gift of PEACE, HOPE, JOY, LOVE, and, NEVER ENDING benefits! Let us thank, PRAISE, and, WORSHIP *GOD*, for NOTHING in ALL of existence is more worthy, nor, more trustworthy, nor, more lasting!!! HALLELUJAH, PRAISE *GOD*!!!

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IN GOD I TRUST!!!

2011-12-15T10:54:00.000-08:00

About 8 years ago, I was rushed to the Hospital, my system was 100% poisoned from my gall bladder, and, after 7 days of IVS, and, no food, they finally took me into surgery! It was my 2ND time in this Hospital, for the same problem, but, because I have no insurance, they sent me home the first time, after 6 days! When the surgery came around, I was at PEACE, and, told my Family, "It is in *GOD'S* hands now!", and, I MEANT it! I have never been the same, but, I BELIEVE that this, too, is as *GOD* ordained it, and, I carry on, IN the BEST of my ability, enduring, and, persevering! As a matter of fact, that is how I have lived my life since then, IT IS IN *GOD'S* hands, and, I TRUST HIM, with ALL my heart, so, FAITHFULLY, I GO FORTH, despite what I am up against!!!

FAITH is such a difficult area for most people, for they wander in, and, out of it! They falter, they wane, they get so caught up in what is WRONG, they all but, let go of the VERY FAITH that WILL heal them, aid them, save them, deliver them!!!

To have FAITH, IS TO TRUST IN *GOD*, AND, HIS WILL! We HAVE to accept *GOD'S* WILL, which, might, or, might NOT be aligned to what WE want, or, imagine for ourselves! *GOD* IS THE ALPHA, and, OMEGA, and, IN HIS HANDS, lies HIS WILL BEING DONE! SO, in order to PERFECT our FAITH, we HAVE to COME TO TERMS with HIS WILL BEING FULFILLED, in WHICH, we are but, a part, though, DO have purpose to!!!

DEVELOP your FAITH daily; PRACTICE FAITH at ALL times, in ALL circumstances, BY TRUSTING that *GOD'S* WILL is being manifested, through you, around you, and, despite you!!!

LUKE 17:5-6...
5/ And the apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith.”
6/ The Lord replied, “If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you would say to [this] mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you.

ROMANS 8:24-25...
We are saved by trusting. And trusting means looking forward to getting something we don't yet have - for a man who already has something doesn't need to hope and trust that he will get it. But if we must keep trusting God for something that hasn't happened yet, it teaches us to wait patiently and confidently.

ROMANS 8:28...
We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.

There are SO many Scriptures concerning FAITH, and, FAITH was what PROVED *GOD'S* people, from the beginning of CREATION! Our forefathers, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, not to mention Moses, Noah, David, and, more, were ALL HONED in FAITH, and, FAITHFULNESS, WHICH, BROUGHT FORTH *GOD'S* FAVOUR, and, BLESSINGS! AND, as is written, many times, they did not SEE, tangible proof of their FAITH in their lifetime, BUT, HELD fast to their FAITH, BECAUSE they SO BELIEVED in *GOD*! FAITH IS THE substance of things HOPED for, and, the evidence of things unseen. (HEBREWS 11:11 & ACTS 17:11)!!!

This HOLY season, we should take some time to study, and, consider FAITH, and, to HONOUR the GIFT of CHRIST JESUS, our LORD, our *GOD*, take this into the New Year, that HE is GLORIFIED, all the more, from one end of the Earth to the next, for HE IS MOST deserving, and, worthy, and, our FAITH DOES open up to HIS benevolence!!! AMEN!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2011
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THE EVIDENCE OF FAITH...

2011-12-11T11:45:00.000-08:00

Apostle Paul speak of OBEDIENCE to FAITH: ROMANS 1:5...
Through him we have received the grace of apostleship, to bring about the obedience of faith, for the sake of his name, among all the Gentiles...

What IS obedience to FAITH??? Well, let us look at a few of the Scriptures...
ROMANS 2:15...
They show that the demands of the law are written in their hearts, while their conscience also bears witness and their conflicting thoughts accuse or even defend them...

ACTS 26:20...
On the contrary, first to those in Damascus and in Jerusalem and throughout the whole country of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I preached the need to repent and turn to God, and to do works giving evidence of repentance...

These two passages speak volumes to me; They SHOW that the DEMANDS of the LAW ARE written in the hearts, while their CONSCIENCE also BEARS witness, and, THE NEED TO REPENT, and, TURN TO *GOD*, and, to DO WORKS GIVING EVIDENCE OF REPENTANCE!!!

It is written that THE WORD of *GOD* IS written in the hearts of ALL of Mankind, but, some DEFY it, DENY it, REFUSE it, or, IGNORE it, but, BECAUSE HE IS IN them, they will have NO excuse, IF they go against what is!!!

The *GODLY* EXHIBIT their LOVE for *GOD*, openly, as they LIVE, and, ACT IN COMPLIANCE to HIS precepts, laws, and, ways! And, as they IMPROVE upon their spirits, they RADIATE, a REFLECTION OF HIM, TO HIS GLORY, FOR ALL in existence to bear witness to! They are, in the best of their ability, and, increasingly, as CHRIST JESUS; gentle, kind, LOVING, caring, compassionate, sharing, tolerant, patient, moral, ethical, with integrity, virtuous, devoted to HIS WORD in study, and, application, and, on their way, ALWAYS, to BECOMING WHOLESOMELY GOOD, THAT HE IS SEEN THROUGH THEM!!!

I have seen, and, experienced, the rotten filth of this world, and, KNOW that there is NOTHING GREATER than *GOD*, and, HIS WAYS! I am EAGERLY HAPPY to learn, and, utilize HIS WAYS, that HIS WILL is fulfilled THROUGH me! I SEE, in retrospect, and, reflection, WHAT I MUST do, in order TO GLORIFY HIM, and, to HONOUR HIM, to which I work, diligently, to master, at least, in the best of my human capacities! HE IS glad when we are SINCERELY IMPROVING upon ourselves IN HIS name, and, given our human condition, this is about as good as it gets: EFFORT means MUCH TO HIM!!!

We must LIVE, FULLY, in LOVE, being, and, doing good, PRAISING, WORSHIPPING, being GRATEFUL, THANKFUL, APPRECIATIVE, and, DEVELOPING the spirit into our *GOD* given worthiness; it is all right there, just waiting to be brought INTO THE LIGHT!!!

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ACTS 26:20...
... the need to repent and turn to God and do works giving evidence of repentance...

DO WORKS GIVING EVIDENCE of repentance! Indicative of the RESPONSIBILITY TO forgiveness! Many argue that there is NO responsibility to forgiveness, but, truly, there is, and, as with ANY contract between two, or more, the COVENANT of PEACE is TWO-SIDED, and, REQUIRES fulfillment of both sides, one o...f which we KNOW IS; that of *GOD*!!!

We MUST ANCHOR to *GOD*, and, act in ways that secure that anchoring; acting rightfully, justly, ethically, morally, and, all characteristics, virtuous, and, wholesome, that the GOOD of our being IS THE EVIDENCE of our HONOURING the COVENANT, and, GRACIOUS MERCIES of our LORD, *GOD*! HE commands IMPROVEMENT, and, a RELEASE from the 'natural' (worldly) plane, to SECURE to the spiritual plane, which, REALISTICALLY, IS THE NATURAL plane for ALL in CREATION, as *GOD* IS our CREATOR, PROVIDER, and, all which is!!!

EFFORT accounts for much, as, HE KNOWS that we cannot be perfect in this life, yet, the UNDERSTANDING of the NEED to IMPROVE, which, requires effort, SHOWS HIM that we are sincere, and, aligned, which, coupled with FAITH, places us IN the path of receiving what IS natural to HIS intentions/plans for us!!!

Because it is the season for celebrating the GIFT of CHRIST, let us, also, give something tangible in return to HIM! Let us learn, understand, and, apply HIS WAY, that HE IS GLORIFIED, and, HONOURED THROUGH us, as we PRODUCE that which, evil cannot taint, or, destroy! Let us GIVE TO HIM, the VERY BEST we can muster, despite our imperfections, that HIS name IS exalted, above all else! Let us, as SHINING EXAMPLES, REFLECT HIM, in LOVE, compassion, tolerance, patience, kindness, and, all actions wholesomely good, that the world over, bears witness to HIS mysteries, and, is touched, by the warming anointment of HIS eternal LIGHT!!!

REV. LWINSOR © 2011

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS LOVE...

2011-12-09T09:21:00.000-08:00

There is something mystical about this time of year; it fills the being, and, is evidenced in countless ways! Some say it is magical, but, to me, it is more than that, there is an energy of the purity of LOVE, dropping from the Heavens, much like snow falling!!!

Of course, this is the time of the year, when people are more LIKELY to exhibit the innate LOVE, which exists within them, and, to respond, to the LOVE, which, shines before them! I have never been able to figure out, just why, the Christmas season seems to arouse the best in us, but, it does, and, I am sure, it is of the LORD, that, perhaps, this year, in particular, LOVE might take hold, to last, beyond the festivities, and, perhaps, that particular people, become instruments for miracles to touch the world with!!!

This is a time when we preach, and, proclaim, the messages of LOVE, PEACE, and, HOPE; for that is what CHRIST JESUS, brought our way! I wish, every year, that the message will continue on, to reach those who most NEED to hear it, and, to experience it; and, that is where, humanity finds their purpose; in PROVIDING, for all those who need!!!

JESUS told us to walk in HIS example, as shining lights, reflecting the wholesomeness of HIS LOVE, just as *GOD* has told us to BE HOLY, because HE IS HOLY, but, do we? Do we embrace the message as we should? Do we go out of our way to DO HIS work? Do we feed the hungry, do we find shelter for the homeless, do we provide for the poor? GIVING is what life is all about, not only in this HOLY season, but, throughout our lifetime!!!

There are LOTS of factors, and, excuses, which cause people to deny their responsibility to the Cross, but, those exist, partly, because of the lurking, evil deceiver! There are ALWAYS ways to help others, to cross boundaries, to overcome obstacles, and, to destroy the negatives surrounding the intent to help! WITH *GOD*, NOTHING is impossible, and, IF your heart, REALLY wants to do it's part, then, turn to HIM for the necessary assistance(s), HE will, gladly, be with you, for HIS JOY is to witness the forward propulsion of HIS LOVE!!!

LOVE is a complex state of existence, however, the complexities have reason, none of which, should hinder it's forwardness! The kind of LOVE of the *GODHEAD*, IS the ONE thing we NEED to study, learn, embrace, understand, then, utilize, for LOVE IS THE LAW, for a multitude of reasons, one of which is, IT IS FOR THE GOOD OF ALL IN CREATION, and, GLORIFIES itself/*GOD*, THROUGH our understanding, and, sharing of it! LOVE eradicates evil, and, PROVIDES for ALL in it's path; it is a PATH to safety, comfort, PEACE, HOPE, and, the EVIDENCE of the *GODLY*!!!

This year, after the celebrations have gone, let us MAKE LOVE a priority! NOT in partiality, but, for ALL! Let us become CONSCIOUS of LOVE'S far reaching, empowering effects, and, let us take that LOVE to the corners of the Earth, that, it does what it does, heals, restores, enriches, encourages, and, provides, in ALL instances! LOVE is the gateway to the Garden of PEACE, that Garden which Satan was able to remove us from, but, which, YET, belongs to us; it is our perceptual state of deception, which separates us from our rightful place, within!!!

ALL WE NEED IS LOVE, is one of the most factual statements EVER made by Mankind, as LOVE is *GOD*, and, *GOD* IS ALL, and, EVERYTHING, which means, ALL PROVISIONAL! Let us, then, imitate HIM, and, BECOME as PERFECT in LOVE, as is humanly feasible, that our LORD, and, SAVIOUR, CHRIST JESUS, IS GLORIFIED, and, HONOURED BY the very people, HE came to Earth to save, in a most extraordinary way, GIVING HIS life, to ransom ours, FROM the deception which the serpent chains us to!!!

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THE PREEMINENCE OF CHRIST...

2011-12-08T08:31:00.000-08:00

COLOSSIANS 1:15-23...
II. The Preeminence of Christ
His Person and Work

15/ He is the image of the invisible God,
the firstborn of all creation.

16/ For in him were created all things in heaven and on earth,
the visible and the invisible,
whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers;
all things were created through him and for him.

17/ He is before all things,
and in him all things hold together.

18/ He is the head of the body, the church.
He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead,
that in all things he himself might be preeminent.

19/ For in him all the fullness was pleased to dwell,

20/ and through him to reconcile all things for him,
making peace by the blood of his cross
[through him], whether those on earth or those in heaven.

21/ And you who once were alienated and hostile in mind because of evil deeds
22/ he has now reconciled in his fleshly body through his death, to present you holy, without blemish, and irreproachable before him,
23/ provided that you persevere in the faith, firmly grounded, stable, and not shifting from the hope of the gospel that you heard, which has been preached to every creature under heaven, of which I, Paul, am a minister.

I WILL EXALT, AND, EXTOL MY GOD!!!

2011-12-06T12:16:00.000-08:00

With lyre, and, harp, with pen, and, keyboard, too,
I will PRAISE THE LORD, my life, through!
With fear, and, trembling, with humility, and, LOVE,
I will, ever, exalt, and, extol, my *GOD* above!!!

No one knows, exactly, what HE has done for me,
Evasive, are the words, to describe HIS wonders, you see,
And so, the easiest way, for me to, elaborate,
Is to fill the world, with HIS name, so great!!!

There is no way to repay *GOD*, HE wants only obedience,
That, we reflect HIS WILL, without pretense,
HE wants us to realize, that HE, alone,
IS the most GLORIOUS existence, ever known!!!

Each day, HE moves me to, boldly, proclaim,
HIS MOST HOLY, and, reliable name!
All of the hours of this time, which, HE has allotted to me,
Belong to HIM, that HIS perfection, resounds, splendidly!!!

With word, with deed, with cymbals, song, and, dance,
Let us honour, then, celebrate HIS name, at every chance!
But, most of all, let us BE as HIS LIGHT,
TRUE reflections, of all, which is right!!!

Oh, lift our voices, and, our actions, to be heard, throughout Creation,
Arise, every spirit, of every nation!
Unlimited, are the ways to PRAISE,
Our LORD, the benefactor, of our days!!!

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THIS CHRISTMAS, GIVE YOURSELF THE GIFT OF CHRIST JESUS!!!

2011-12-04T10:35:00.000-08:00

Christmas is the GIFT of CHRIST JESUS, to humanity; conceived of LOVE; purely, endlessly, without corruption, and, always forgiving, which, the *GODHEAD*, bestowed upon us, with a compassion beyond our comprehension, that we be LED to FREEDOM from the oppressor, deception...

It is a MOST HOLY, thus, REVERENT, time of the year, in which, LOVE plays a mystical, and, principle role. During this season; the celebration of CHRIST, even the coldest hearts are moved by the powers of LOVE, as it unleashes supernaturally, to arouse, awaken, and, reawaken, in the people's of this world, the understanding FOR the NEED of it's CONSTANT presence in our lives...

The festivities, SHOULD be shared with one, and, all, that LOVE is exalted, then, payed forward, so it's effects are left as, priceless treasures, in the year ahead...

*GOD* SO LOVES us, that HE came forth, as HIS SON, to ransom our souls from the crafty serpent, TO HIS GLORY, and, FOR HIS pleasure, that HIS name resounds in splendor, through all generations, and, their circumstances, until that mysterious day of HIS arrival to claim the Earth as HIS own, forevermore!!!

HIS greatest wish is that we, attach to, then, become one with HIM, who IS LOVE, and that, we model our lives IN the example of HIS SON, so that, each of us, becomes a LIGHT of HOPE FOR those, yet trapped in the darkness. HE has provided a LIGHT to PIERCE THROUGH the darkness, obscurity, confusion, and, delusion, INDEED...

SUCH a GIFT HE has given us! It is almost indescribable, yet, MUST be revealed! We OUGHT to HONOUR this precious bestowment with the BEST of ourselves, evermore, BY, becoming VISIBLE, IN wholesome goodness, seen THROUGH, our thoughts, actions, and, reactions, BY ways of morality, ethics, integrity, virtue, dignity, compassion, kindness, giving, forgiveness, patience, tolerance, understanding, forbearance, and, ALL characteristics of the POSITIVE kind, to PROVE HIM, and, our regardful respect, of HIS LOVE; over, and over, again, it is a time, of rebirth, of renewal, until we are perfected IN HIS SPIRIT!!!

The world has placed upon us, chains of agony, yet, we seem to forget, this world, and, ALL within it, IS *GOD'S*, and, HE, MOST DEFINITELY, HAS PROVIDED ways to destroy the chains, the shackles, the obstacles, the pains, the sufferings, the woes! HALLELUJAH, YES, HE HAS! Though, it is NOT easy to realize victory over such a skilled opponent, as that old serpent, and so, this FREEDOM, this VICTORY, requires, diligent EFFORT, and, work; deliberation of conscious application of HIS WORD, and, compliance TO HIS WAYS, that we are SAFE IN HIS GIFT!!!

This Christmas, give YOURSELF the FULL MEASURE of HIS GIFT, the FREEDOM brought by CHRIST JESUS! NOT half-heartedly, not while, half-stepping, but, with FULL attention to HIS TRUTHS! RECREATE YOU IN HIS Gracious, Merciful LOVE, and, BECOME HIS reflection! HE will empower, and, enrich you, as you never thought possible! HIS GIFT keeps on giving, evermore! As you become WHOLE IN HIM, life will take on new, solid, meaning; you will, then, find PEACE, HOPE, and, JOY, IN HIS name, then, take ALL of HIS LOVE, and, the tools of the wonder of that LOVE, out into the world, that HIS GIFT is ALWAYS, paying forward, FOR the GOOD of ALL in existence!!! AMEN!!!

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FAITHFULNESS...

2011-11-29T11:59:00.000-08:00

Being FAITHFUL is MORE than believing in the *GODHEAD*, or, proclaiming CHRIST as our SAVIOUR, it is a way of life, MARKED by GOODNESS; goodness of the entire being, evidenced in thought, action, and, reaction! It is a testimonial of our LOVE, for ALL of humanity, by our deeds! It is recreating the person you were, into one of *GODLINESS*! It is living outside of the self, placing the interests of ALL others, before the self! It is living in the SPIRIT, which is witnessed, through LOVE, joy, PEACE, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, morality, ethics, and, virtues! It is BECOMING a REFLECTION of HIS LIGHT that the world SEES HIM, and, follows, accordingly, after experiencing, through YOU, the bountiful beauty of HIS WAYS!!!

It is STRENGTHENING the being against all possible incidents of faltering, that Satan is defeated in his tracks! It is KNOWING, FULLY, that of *GOD*, and, that outside of *GOD*, that we are SAFE in our journey to HIM! It is STAYING IN THE WORD, day, and, night, that we are REMINDED, and, PROTECTED, from all away from *GOD*! It is DILIGENT WORK, and, EFFORT, but, which, WILL accommodate us, FULLY, in EVERY sense!!!

It is to GLORIFY *GOD* in ALL we think, say, or, do! It is the HONOUR HE deserves, and, the regard of respect for HIS LOVE for us! It is a pleasure to grow into FAITHFULNESS, in so many ways, that I can, hardly, begin to express it, but, will ever keep trying to, as, it IS the proof of our LOVE for HIM!!!

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LET US HONOUR CHRIST, OUR LORD...

2011-11-28T07:51:00.000-08:00

This HOLY season is about the birth of our SAVIOUR, CHRIST JESUS, who came into the world, to fulfill prophecy; the prophecy of a LOVE so great; the prophecy of salvation, for ALL of the world!!!

CHRIST is a GIFT to humanity, a MOST selfless GIFT; that WE, stained, and, tainted by deception, ignorance, and, their far reaching damages, MIGHT be cleansed, in the sight of *GOD*! CHRIST is our advocate, our mediator, our WAY to conquer the filth, which, the evil ruler of the world, has attempted to obscure us in...

Those who accept CHRIST, are freed from the bonds of sin, THOUGH, this freedom, comes with the price of COMPLIANCE TO *GOD'S* WILL, and, WAY! Our first, and, most imperative alignment, IS LOVE; LOVE IS THE LAW, having GREAT purpose FOR ALL in HIS CREATION! It is one of the most difficult states of existence for humanity, to learn, understand, embrace, then, utilize, YET, IS MOST IMPERATIVE, for a MULTITUDE of reasons, one of which is, it PROVES the members of the BODY of the CHURCH, CHRIST JESUS!!!

Our LORD, JESUS, GAVE HIS HOLY blood to redeem our mortal, carnal beings; to release us from the condemnation brought on, by the evil one, along with his binds to keep us chained to sin...

The GIFT of CHRIST was the EXAMPLE of LOVE we ARE to pattern our lives around; the message is to GIVE UP the self, and, live in the mentality of BEING, and, DOING GOOD, in HIS name, that we ARE the reflections of HIS LIGHT, HIS LOVE, HIS SACRIFICE! It makes perfect sense, and, IS within our capacities, to fulfill!!!

*GOD*/CHRIST/LOVE has said that we should BE HOLY because HE IS HOLY; that we should IMITATE HIM in our ways! In doing so, we are Eradicating, all outside of LOVE'S WHOLESOME GOODNESS, namely, Satan, his tactics, and, his hold on us...

CHRIST manifested LOVE into the world, removing the ideology that LOVE is too lofty for humanity, yet, how sad, that in this late date, it has NOT been the evidence of our FAITH! Which, proves that we are still of the world, while proclaiming *GOD* with our mouths!!!

LOVE is NOT words, IT IS ACTION; it SHOULD be VISIBLE, THROUGH ALL we DO! LOVE does NOT allow for our fellow beings to suffer, NO! It PROVIDES for ALL! It CARES! It SHARES! NOTHING in LOVE is for the self, instead, it is PAYED FORWARD, FOR the BENEFIT of ALL!!!

This CHRISTMAS, let us HONOUR CHRIST, our LORD, by beginning to become the LIGHT of HIS LOVE, FOR the GOOD of ALL, and, let this beginning, carry us into eternity, TO HIS GLORY!!! AMEN!!!

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THE SEASON OF LOVE, SHOULD EXTEND BEYOND THE DATE...

2011-11-25T10:46:00.000-08:00

I LOVE *GOD*, therefore, I LOVE YOU!!!

LOVE existed BEFORE all else in CREATION, as, LOVE is *GOD*, and, *GOD* is without, beginning, or, end! LOVE is NOT of the human realm, yet, IS intrinsic to each being, from the soul, outwardly!!! Human LOVE is defective, and, ruled by emotionalism, premised on the egocentric self; selfishly inclined! The LOVE intrinsic to our soul, does NOT care about self, KNOWING that LOVE will provide, in EVERY instance, for the self, AND, that LOVE is to FORWARD, to ALL in our paths!!! Ah, to PERFECT LOVE IS to become ONE with *GOD*, therefore, it IS the ONE challenge we MUST strive to achieve, at least, to the best of our human condition; that HE IS GLORIFIED, and, EXALTED, more, more, and, more, and, that this old world is healed!!!

LOVE IS THE LAW!!!

HOW could I say that I LOVE *GOD*, IF, I cannot LOVE my fellow beings???

True, there are instances, when it is, difficult to LOVE, but, IN THE GIST OF LOVE, those instances, CALL for LOVE, MORE SO! I might not LIKE the things, certain people do, but, I CAN LOVE them, no matter what, JUST AS *GOD* LOVES US, no matter what!!!

This IS the trouble with the world; we just CAN'T seem to LOVE, as *GOD* LOVES us!!!

LOVE requires great study, great thought, great deliberation; that through the UNDERSTANDING of HIS LOVE, we might begin to APPLY the WISDOM of LOVE, that we become ONE with that LOVE! It is NOT easy to understand HIS LOVE SO PURE, that is, for sure, YET, HE HAS set forth, THE LAW, AND, the TOOLS to fulfilling that LAW! The rest is up to us, and, IS the MEASURE of the worth of our life, come that day of reckoning! Our WILL SHOULD be aligned TO LOVE, for in LOVE, lies ALL provision!!!

Free will can be a BLESSING, or, a damnation, but, HIS LOVE ALLOWS for choices! It is in this way, that the RIGHTEOUS shall be marked!!!

Fear of *GOD*, then, LOVE of HIM, then, LOVE of others, then, FAITH, TRUST, BELIEF, and, the CHOICE to DO, and, BE GOOD, ARE the ways of the *GODLY*!!!

LOVE CREATES optimal conditions for the living, and, for ALL in existence! LOVE is a POSITIVE energy, a beneficial enhancement, while, granting PEACE in it's wake! *GOD* has left NOTHING to chance, it is all perfectly orchestrated, that HE is prevalent, through HIS LOVE, that ALL in CREATION works together, effectively, to fulfill HIS WILL, even, unknowingly! Animals, stars, planets, wind, air, water, and, all things OF HIS CREATION, work according to HIS plan, save for humanity; we, instead, RESIST what is intrinsic TO HIS WILL, and, lean towards what our worldliness, inclines us to!!!

IF humanity COULD embrace LOVE, fully, this world would be as intended, a Garden of abundance, happiness, and, rightful existence, in EVERY instance!!!

This is the season of celebrating *GOD'S* LOVE for us, let us dig deeply into the core of HIS LOVE, and, begin to become one with it, as opposed to viewing it from afar! Let us destroy what is outside of LOVE; the deceiver, and, all of the effects of his hold upon this world! We ARE enabled, THROUGH the LOVE of *GOD*, to do so, we only NEED to discover the depths of LOVE, then, LIVE in that LOVE, that *GOD*, who IS LOVE, is, rightfully, GLORIFIED, through us, HIS BELOVED CREATION!!!

LOVE is ALL, and, EVERYTHING, because, *GOD* is ALL, and, EVERYTHING! LOVE is HEALTH, internally, and, externally! LOVE covers a multitude of sins! LOVE is PROVISION, LOVE is WHOLESOMELY GOOD! LOVE IS WHAT WE SHOULD STRIVE TO PERFECT, EVERY MOMENT, OF EVERY DAY, OF OUR LIVES!!!

In the name of *GOD*, I LOVE YOU, and, wish you EVERY GOODNESS of HIS LOVE!!!

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2011-11-23T08:46:00.001-08:00

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! Just BE thankful, grateful, appreciative, ALWAYS, for you KNOW that *GOD* IS, and, DOES!!!

PSALMS 100...
1/ A psalm of thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all you lands;
2/ worship the LORD with cries of gladness; come before him with joyful song.
3/ Know that the LORD is God, our maker to whom we belong, whose people we are, God's well-tended flock.
4/ Enter the temple gates with praise, its courts with thanksgiving. Give thanks to God, bless his name;
... 5/ good indeed is the LORD, Whose love endures forever, whose faithfulness lasts through every age.

DESIRE, PASSION, GREED...

2011-11-22T06:09:00.000-08:00

Desire, passion, greed; each take us outside of what is reality!!!

Desire, passion, and, greed, are controllable, yet, the egocentric mind, in it's deceptive state, can make each of these emotions, into monstrous illusions of delusion, overtaking our logic, conscience, and, rightful, mind! They are like vacuums for the ignorant, inexperienced, and, innocent, as well as, playgrounds for the defiant, and, rebellious!!!

It is SO difficult for humanity to FIGHT off such, as, we have convinced ourselves, that such IS a part of our nature, which, primarily, does have some truth, but, lies BENEATH the powers of reasoning, control, and, choice!!!

We ARE able to fend off such misleading, misguided emotions! We ARE able to control them, tame them, put them into perspective, and, turn them into something useful for our lives, as opposed to allowing them to dominate, then, damn, us!!!

COLOSSIANS 3:5...
Put to death therefore your members which are upon the earth, fornication, uncleanness, vile passions, evil lust, and unbridled desire, which is idolatry...

Into this falls the 7 Deadly Sins, which are, Lust, Gluttony, Greed, Sloth, Wrath, Envy, Pride, and which, SHOULD be studied, and, understood, as these ARE what SEEM to be NATURAL tendencies of humanity, BUT, ARE against *GOD*, and, *GODLINESS*!!!

You SEE, ANYTHING which DOMINATES our senses, OVER *GOD*, IS considered idolatry! Idolatry IS that which LEADS us AWAY from what IS natural, *GOD*, and, *GODLINESS*! We imagine that *GODLINESS* is FAR removed from us in the first place, and, that what we experience in the flesh IS the natural realm, but, that is deception speaking loudly, to our minds! The natural realm is AGAINST our reality, and, is damaging to our innate realm, that of the spirit!!!

We are NOT taught well, much to our danger! We are raised in belief that we CAN DO what we want, and, in the end, be forgiven! There is a fine line of truth in this way of thinking, but, it is NOT a guarantee! As we become one with THE WORD, we are reminded, an enormous amount of times, the responsibilities we HAVE towards our salvation, and, ways of the world, are to be OVERCOME!!!

I have experienced the carnality of this life, and, have been dominated by it, also, though, I am NOW FREE from such, as, I was, clearly, yanked from the brim of the pit, and, given the chance/choice to view life from the CORRECT perspective, or, the REALITY of it!!!

No one ever told me, nor, taught me, the dangers of, simply, living, as a human in this life; no one ever explained to me that desire, passion, greed, and, other emotions, could lead me to eternal death! No one ever stepped up to present the TRUTH of *GOD*, not in any fashion, even though, I KNOW, that I begged for it, along the way, and so, in jeopardy, could be my soul...

Few WANT to think about the TRUTHS of our wrongful living! Few want to hear about it, few want to reflect upon it, and, few want to be told that there is much to alter in the human condition, IN ORDER, for it to be acceptable to *GOD*! Deception has turned us towards the LOVE of FREEDOM, IN THE NOW, disregardful of what is yet, to come, HOWEVER, we MUST become aware, knowledgeable, and, informed, that, we have the opportunity, NOW, before it is too late, to CORRECT the egocentric being, for the sake of the spirit, IN the name of *GOD*, the rightful possessor OF our spirit!!!

There IS NO lasting, or, real freedom in the flesh! IF you stop to consider, all of the instances, where the egocentric being sought to fulfill it's emotions, and, imagination, you will begin to see, that often, that seeking, then, acting upon such, brought MORE pain, suffering, consequences, and, even MORE need to find something fulfilling!!!

Let me conclude this with a poem I wrote last night, after watching a movie in which desire, passion, and, what the greed of desire, and, passion, did to the lives of those close to, related to, or, nearby, of one Woman, who threw all control to deception!!!

Desire is like a drum's beat,
Pounding, as it consumes you
Head to feet,
Stealing control, through, and, through...

Youth makes a game of passion,
Allowing it to escalate,
Strutting sexuality, like fine fashion,
Unable to resist the need, to satiate...

Time, after time, as the percussion's increase,
Searching for that something, just right,
Without will to cease,
They play out, the rhythm, day, and, night...

Years fly by, emptying the soul,
Then, as the conscience, begins to awaken,
The want becomes a wish to be, whole,
Though the reverie, does cast out, and, leave one, forsaken...

Any emotion, able to overtake the senses,
Is that, meant to avoid, at all cost,
Such is the power of delusion, of pretenses,
Taking you way out, as if a ship, which, at sea, is lost...

REV. LWINSOR © 2011
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EVER THANKFUL...

2011-11-20T18:01:00.000-08:00

For us, in America, this is Thanksgiving week, which means, time to reflect, be reverent, and, count your BLESSINGS, which, ARE way more than you imagine them to be! You gotta know by know, that PERCEPTION often, leads us to DECEPTION, and, tricks us into a state of negativity!!!

DON'T JUDGE YOUR LIFE BY WHAT YOU LACK, people! That is the deceiver working in you! A BLESSING is NOT always tangible, nor, does it have to have WORLDLY value, in order to BE a BLESSING! Many of *GOD'S* wonders, and, BLESSINGS, are obscure, but, they have GREAT significance! NEVER forget, the more content you are, and, the more BLESSED you feel, the more BLESSINGS find their way to you! This happens for reason; that the GOOD PREVAILS over all else, from the INSIDE OUT!!!

You see, GOODNESS is ruled by POSITIVITY, which IS the gist of CREATION; ALL of CREATION, DESPITE that ole' serpent who has to try to taint what is TRUE, what is RIGHT, what is GOOD! ALL of that negativity that we experience, IS, for the most part, WHAT we have ALLOWED to grow within us! *GODLINESS* does NOT secure itself to that negativity, for in the world of *GOD*, there IS NO negativity! There is NOTHING wrong, as ALL things work, TOGETHER, for the GOOD, of ALL ELSE! This is WHY, come HIS DAY of DAYS, all wrong, all negativity, will be encompassed in an eternal fire; that it NEVER deceives another being in existence!!!

I have been homeless before, I have been hungry before, I have suffered a great number of hardships in my lifetime, and, I KNOW HOW to be happy, content, and, grateful, despite what COULD take me down! For one thing, I have FAITH, in *GOD*, and, myself, and, the INNATE GOODNESS of CREATION! For another thing, I KNOW that whatever is, is, and, what it is, is something to WORK with, and, will LEAD me to better times, which, has PROVEN itself to me! Some things we go through are for *GOD'S* own reasons; things which TEACH us, and, REFINE us, that we are READY for what is to come; that we are STRENGTHENED in the sight of deception, trouble, and, negativity!!!

Up, and, down, my life has taken me, but, I wouldn't exchange it for anything else, as I BELIEVE that ALL this has happened for reason, AND, it has MADE me into the Woman I am today! I have so much, even in my lack! I am in decent health, I have all my limbs, I can see, I can, sort of hear, I have a voice, I can walk, dance, and, jump for joy! I have a nice, warm, safe place to sleep, I have daily food, I have water, I have comfort, I have PEACE, I have LOVE, and, SO much more! How could I NOT be grateful???

I have been close to being wealthy before too, but, know what? It did NOT provide for me the way *GOD* does, nor, is it lasting, so, you might want to consider this...

Each day, I awake, and, as my eyes open, I thank *GOD* for this day, and, ALL therein, and, I MEAN IT! EVEN IF something should occur in this day, that shakes my world, I am, yet, thankful to HIM, for GIVING me this day, and, for what comes of it, because, whether you gather from this day, in this 24 hour period, or, years later, I guarantee, that you WILL gather SOMETHING from each day; something USEFUL, and, IMPERATIVE to the WHOLE OF YOU!!!

Let us be THANKFUL, GRATEFUL, CONTENT, and, BELIEVE that *GOD* has our best interests in mind, at all times, no matter what we are to face! Sit down, and, really consider the bounties you have, WITHOUT comparing to others, or, materialistically, and, you will see, you have a vault of riches, and, BLESSINGS!!!

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CROSS OF FREEDOM...

2011-11-17T10:45:00.000-08:00

THE *GODHEAD* is the cross on which I nail my egocentric will, then, go forth, renewed, and, free of debt to this world, in ONENESS of HIS HOLY SPIRIT, and, name, TO HIS GLORY, forevermore!!! AMEN!!!

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IN THE RANKS OF LOVE...

2011-11-13T19:37:00.000-08:00

A foot soldier, in the ranks of life,
Tolerating, enduring, persevering, the heavy weight of strife;
Determined by the lessons, I have, this far, learned,
Which, into my soul, have, as if by branding, been burned.
Marching forth, looking, neither, left, nor, right,
Sure of my direction, led by, HEAVENS own LIGHT;
Singing praises, sharing the good news, of
The HIGHEST AUTHORITY, the COMMANDER of LOVE!
Rarely slowing, though weary, I must not, relent,
Praying, that increased stamina, will be, by HIS own hand, sent;
Thwarting evil, combating deception's assaults, along the way,
Looking forward to, whatever peace, I can find, in this day!
Filling up on rations of the LIVING WORD,
To be enabled to fend off, the frivolous, and, the absurd.
My weapons consist of the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the helmet of salvation, and, the sword of THE SPIRIT; the gospel is my empowerment, my creed, my cause,
And, because of the wholesomeness it promises, to safeguard, and, preserve it, in my service, I shall never pause!
The battle is not mine, yet, willingly, I comply, in my capacity,
If only that the LOVE of *GOD* is proven, by me!
This war is ongoing, thus, the service duration, is too,
But, I tell you, it is the most worthy enlistment, ever knew!
A foot soldier, contentedly, doing my part
To honour THE LORD, whom gives of HIMSELF, with all of HIS heart!!!

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JUDGE NOT EVEN YOURSELF...

2011-11-11T18:20:00.000-08:00

The Apostle Paul, said that he does not even judge himself: he WAS AWARE, that to do so, is futile, as, ALL judgement belongs to *GOD*!
1 CORINTHIANS 4:3-5...
3/ It does not concern me in the least that I be judged by you or any human tribunal; I do not even pass judgment on myself;
4/ I am not conscious of anything against me, but I do not thereby stand acquitted; the one who judges me is the Lord.
5/ Therefore, do not make any judgment before the appointed time, until the Lord comes, for he will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will manifest the motives of our hearts, and then everyone will receive praise from God... AMEN!!!

This is a GREAT message to humanity! IF you judge yourself, you are living in GUILT, or, worse, which IS a SHACKLE that will KEEP you from growing, spiritually, to a very large degree! I considered this revelation, and, it makes perfect sense, as we, as Christians, are to repent for the past, and, current errs, THEN, CORRECT such behaviours, WHILE RENOUNCING our old ways, GOING FORTH in FAITHFUL HOPE of *GOD'S* forgiveness, or, MERCY, so that, we are FREE to GROW, DEVELOP and, MATURE, in HIS WAYS, according to HIS WILL! IF we are downed by MISTAKES, we are NOT coming closer to *GOD*, for we are relying on human understanding, and, are being ruled by the world!!!

Our enemy has a MULTITUDE of ways to BIND, and, WEIGH us down, that we REMAIN, in a weakened state, thus, we MUST TRULY LEARN THE WORD, as, therein, exists, the TOOLS to REMOVE evils SHACKLES, BINDS, WEIGHTS, TRAPS, along with, the deceiver's ever, so subtle, TRIP UPS!!!

The evil one, is ever nearby, to place some sort of HINDRANCE in our beings, so, IF we are NOT EQUIPPED, BY the POWERS of THE WORD, in order, to recognize, and, deal with his attempts, he's got us, right where he wants us to remain, on a slippery, steep downgrade into his pit of destruction!!!

While our mistakes are a part of the equation, they are NOT meant to tie us down, ruin our lives, or, slow us! They are to TEACH us, STRENGTHEN us, FORTIFY us, and, LEAD us TO *GOD*! Don't fall into the trap of clinging to self-judgement, instead, repent, with your whole heart, pray, PRAISE, and, lift UP to the LORD, our *GOD*, while, bettering, or, improving upon the character, and, behaviours! BELIEVE in the PROMISE that IF you TURN to *GOD*, through our advocate, CHRIST JESUS, HE WILL forgive, forget, and, count your compliance, greatly, to your favour! The evil one defies this TRUTH, but, that is just another area of his game, to which, many fall prey...

EVERY ALIGNMENT, EVERY UNDERSTANDING, TO, and, OF, THE WORD, GRANTS us PEACE, and, that PEACE FREES us to advance in the name of *GOD*!!!

THANK YOU LORD, our *GOD*, for YOUR LOVE so great, that YOU have provided for us greatly, NO MATTER what we are up against! In the name of CHRIST JESUS, I PRAISE YOU, forever, and, ever. AMEN!!!

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NOTHING MORE BEAUTIFUL, NOTHING MORE HEALTHY, THAN GOD!!!

2011-11-10T09:11:00.000-08:00

There is NOTHING in existence, MORE beautiful, or, deeply touching, than *GOD*! HIS essence, HIS presence, in a LOVE, so PURE, so intense, that it can blind mortals, seeps into an area of the being, otherwise, extremely distant, to the human condition! HE, IN this LOVE, IS what LEADS us to that area, so that, our SOUL, which, BELONGS to HIM, might come closer to HIM, DESPITE, the shroud of deception, which, keeps it, dormant, but which, NEEDS to be awakened, TO the worth of our carnal journey, in this world! To BRING us, FREED, from the egocentric self, to BECOMING, LIVING TEMPLES, for HIM to use, or, reside in, that we ARE, VIABLE PROOF of HIS GLORY, to the displeasure of the evil, earthly, ruler! IN this advancement, we, via the SPIRIT of *GOD*/LOVE, become as ONE, within, ACTIVATING, SUPERNATURALLY, GOODNESS, INNATE to HIS WILL, thereby, we FUNCTION in WHOLESOMENESS, FOR the GOOD of ALL which comes into contact with us, THAT, HE IS even MORE DOMINATE, and, PROMINENT, IN this world! HIS DOMINION EXCEEDINGLY over-rides the dominion of evil, though, THROUGH US, IS more evident!!!

WE are as modules, even, mediums, for, either, *GOD*, or, evil, HOWEVER, we were NOT designed to house, evil! The evil we house is FORCED into us, VIA, our lack of ONENESS with *GOD*, which, in turn, creates, weakness, egocentricity, and, self-inclination! Evil INFILTRATES our being, WHEN it is NOT ACTIVATED, or, GROUNDED, BY *GOD*/LOVE, as the soul, MUST be aroused to COMPLETE the being, and, since evil wishes to STEAL the soul, THROUGH carnal wrongdoing, without *GOD*/LOVE, the soul is out of reach, as if hiding, from that, which, seeks it's destruction!!!

NOTHING in existence is more HEALTHY, or, EMPOWERING, than *GOD*, and, HIS LOVE! ALL OF HIM IS POSITIVELY fulfilling, all, outside of HIM, is destructive!!!

It is more than right, or, wrong, it is more than, life, or, death, it is more than, choices; instead, it is about the FACT that the TRUTH IS, there IS ONLY ONE REALITY; which is, without question, *GOD*, LOVE, and, GOODNESS; all else is delusion, illusion, confusion, and, as temporary, as the last breath you took, before this one!!!

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THE NORM 'IS' TO LIVE IN GOD...

2011-11-09T08:29:00.000-08:00

Fear *GOD*, LOVE *GOD*, LOVE one another, have a clean mind, be sober, do good, be good; stay IN THE WORD, allow your FAITH, and, your character/behaviours, to EVER be HONED to perfection! TRUST IN THE *GODHEAD*, and, lift prayers, and, supplications, continuously! PRAISE *GOD*, the FATHER, SON, and, HOLY SPIRIT, be THANKFUL, GRATEFUL, APPRECIATIVE, and, HONOUR HIM with word, and, deeds! GIVE ALL GLORY TO *GOD*, that, the promises of HIS rewards are with you, always!!!

Celebrate FROM the CENTER of *GODLINESS*, all which *GOD* has bestowed upon life! It IS HIS hand whom brings forth the rains, the grains, the advancements of humanity, and, ALL matters under the sun! EPHESIANS 5:19... Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord!!!

*GOD* IS THE OBJECTIVE; the WORD of *GOD* IS the FOUNDATION on which we BEGIN to build; LOVE is the EMPOWERMENT of our EFFORTS; FAITH is the ASSURANCE that we toil not in vain, and, the assurance that we WILL gain our objective; VIRTUES are the TOOLS to aid us in our work; PEACE is the mentality by which we continue; HOPE is the fire in our souls; RIGHTEOUSNESS is the muscle we gain from our constant laboring; and VICTORY is what we accomplish as we RISE ever closer to our objective, as the world, can no longer infiltrate through that, which we are building UP IN THE NAME OF *GOD*, THANKS be unto, and, FOR, CHRIST JESUS!!!

Keep your thoughts on that ABOVE, NOT on matters of the earth...

LIVING, or, EXISTING, in *GOD*, is NOT all that complicated, and, IS the way it was intended to be; we only need to sort through the carnality of our perceptions, and, loosen the holds of the egocentric mind, in order to FREE our soul, which BELONGS to *GOD*, to it's rightful state, in the guidance of the LORD, our *GOD*, and, TO HIS GLORY!!!

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FAITH, AGAIN, AGAIN, AGAIN...

2011-11-07T09:36:00.000-08:00

To me, FAITH is a mindset, a mentality, a LIFESTYLE, a nature, an impenetrable shield OVER the weakened, penetrable skin, a fortress of defenses; it is TRUST, BELIEF, ENDURANCE, PERSEVERANCE, HOPE, and, much more! It is a combination of VIRTUOUS inclinations, COLLABORATING to proclaim VICTORY, to WIN the race, to DEFEAT ALL opposition, and, most importantly, to EXALT, and, GLORIFY, THE FATHER, SON, and, HOLY GHOST!!!

FAITH is that, which, INSPIRES us to WANT to perfect our beings INTO some semblance of righteousness, more, and, more, and, more; that we OVERCOME the carnal longings, whisperings, and, evils hold on us! It LEADS us to BECOMING what we REALLY are, the WORTHY Children of *GOD*! FAITH awakens the NEED of spiritual development, and, maturity!!!

To BE FAITHFUL, is ONGOING, CONSTANT, and, CONSISTENT! It is NOT merely, a thought, words, or, a desire, it IS the FULFILLMENT of ALIGNING TO *GOD*, IN EVERY FEASIBLE way! It is PROOF of our wish to BE ONE WITH *GOD*!!!

*GOD* IS our RULER, HE IS OVER ALL, and, EVERYTHING, as, HE CREATED, ALL, and, EVERYTHING! HE is WORTHY of our COMPLIANCE, subjection, submission, surrender, and then, our ONGOING efforts to INCREASING, from our thoughts, actions, and, reactions, the HONOUR of which, HE IS WORTHY! HE IS TO BE EXALTED, EXTOLLED, REVERED, UPHELD, PRAISED, WORSHIPPED, GLORIFIED, and, ALL instances of giving back to HIM, the VERY BEST of ourselves!!!

Yes, FAITH is MORE than belief in THE *GODHEAD*, it is the ACTION of WORKING the spirit to BEING ALL we CAN be, IN HIS NAME, for, and, to, HIS GLORY, it is becoming, ever, FAITHFUL! IF we ALL had HOLY FAITH, the world of deception, and, all of it's negatives, would be eradicated, as, FAITH is a MIGHTY SHIELD against all outside of LOVE, and, PEACE!!!

Our HONED FAITH, KEEPS us SAFE, growing, and, ever closer to the reality of righteousness; *GOD*! It is a most worthy use of time, and, being, as, it IS the most beneficial way to fulfillment, in the now, and, ever after! FAITH is not something tangible, though, it involves many tangibles, in order to be perfected! FAITH perfected, IS the FULL armor of *GOD*; the breastplate of PEACE, and, MOST definitely, WILL diminish, ALL, NOT of *GOD*!!!

FAITH is the PRODUCT of our INTENT unto *GOD*; visible, or, not!!!

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PHILIPPIANS 2: 1-18...

2011-11-05T10:18:00.000-07:00

Plea for Unity and Humility...

1/ If there is any encouragement in Christ, any solace in love, any participation in the Spirit, any compassion and mercy,
2/ complete my joy by being of the same mind, with the same love, united in heart, thinking one thing.
3/ Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory; rather, humbly regard others as more important than yourselves,
4/ each looking out not for his own interests, but [also] everyone for those of others.

5/ Have among yourselves the same attitude that is also yours in Christ Jesus,
6/ Who, though he was in the form of God,
did not regard equality with God something to be grasped.
7/ Rather, he emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness; and found human in appearance,
8/ he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross.
9/ Because of this, God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name
that is above every name,
10/ that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend,
of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11/ and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father.

Obedience and Service in the World...

12/ So then, my beloved, obedient as you have always been, not only when I am present but all the more now when I am absent, work out your salvation with fear and trembling.
13/ For God is the one who, for his good purpose, works in you both to desire and to work.
14/ Do everything without grumbling or questioning,
15/ that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine like lights in the world,
16/ as you hold on to the word of life, so that my boast for the day of Christ may be that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.
17/ But, even if I am poured out as a libation upon the sacrificial service of your faith, I rejoice and share my joy with all of you.
18/ In the same way you also should rejoice and share your joy with me.

TO HIS GLORY!!!

2011-10-31T09:42:00.000-07:00

Improve yourself, from the depths, of the soul,
Grab onto the best within, and, be made, whole!
Perfect your spirit, give GLORY to the LORD,
Make your character, your behaviours, as a mighty sword,
Therefore, all of the world, can see, then, testify,
Of the powers of *GOD*, on which, all can rely...

Gain understanding, wisdom; learn, each, virtue,
That, wholesome goodness, is the LIGHT, in you!
Retrain your egocentric self, let it become subject, to nothing, but, *GOD'S* commands,
In doing so, you will be BLESSED, by HIS own hands;
HE will provide for you, in every, single way,
As you come closer to HIM, day, after day!!!

Renounce your former being, as well as, all worldly, wrong,
Stand strong in TRUTH, where you, surely, belong!
Take up the yoke of our SAVIOUR, become, as is HE,
Full of LOVE, compassion, and, purity!
And, as you grow, share the benefits, which, HE bestows,
So, forward, HIS MAJESTY, ever, goes!!!

Let the DOMINION of righteousness, speak, boldly, in your words, and, deeds,
That, the magnificence of our HEAVENLY FATHER, supersedes!
Allow THE WAY, to scream out, to the enemy,
In doing so, he is, subdued, you see!
There is nothing tangible in this life, save for *GOD*, THE ALMIGHTY,
All else opposes, to suppress, the path to the bounties, of, HIS mystery...

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GOD DOES NOT DISCERN; HIS GIFT IS FOR ALL...

2011-10-29T10:33:00.000-07:00

ACTS 10:34-35...
34/ Then Peter proceeded to speak and said,* “In truth, I see that God shows no partiality.
35/ Rather, in every nation whoever fears him and acts uprightly is acceptable to him.

This correlates with what CHRIST, then, Paul, said:
MATTHEW 9:12-13...
12/ On hearing this, Jesus said, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.
13/ But go and learn what this means: 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice.' For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners."

MARK 2:17...
And Jesus having heard it says to them, They that are strong have not need of a physician, but those who are ill. I have not come to call righteous men, but sinners.

LUKE 5:31-32...
31/ Jesus answered them, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.
32/ I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance."

1 CORINTHIANS 9:19-27... All Things to All.
19/ Although I am free in regard to all, I have made myself a slave to all so as to win over as many as possible.
20/ To the Jews I became like a Jew to win over Jews; to those under the law I became like one under the law—though I myself am not under the law—to win over those under the law.
21/ To those outside the law I became like one outside the law—though I am not outside God’s law but within the law of Christ—to win over those outside the law. 22/ To the weak I became weak, to win over the weak. I have become all things to all, to save at least some.
23/ All this I do for the sake of the gospel, so that I too may have a share in it.
24/ Do you not know that the runners in the stadium all run in the race, but only one wins the prize? Run so as to win.
25/ Every athlete exercises discipline in every way. They do it to win a perishable crown, but we an imperishable one.
26/ Thus I do not run aimlessly; I do not fight as if I were shadowboxing.
27/ No, I drive my body and train it, for fear that, after having preached to others, I myself should be disqualified.

WHAT CAN I DO FOR GOD???

2011-10-26T17:08:00.000-07:00

I think that just about everyone, knows what *GOD* can do for us, thus, I think that there is one question remaining, and, that is, what can I do for *GOD*???

HE has asked me to fear HIM, and, to LOVE HIM, to be HOLY, because HE is HOLY, to believe in HIS SON, and, to LOVE others, as I LOVE HIM! HE has set forth virtues, and, character building references, that I can pattern myself after HIM, that I will HONOUR HIM, in all I think, say, or, do! And yet, do I, do we, do as much for HIM, as we should???

If all the foolishness of the world, were to disappear, today, our senses would return to HIM! If there were no distractions, no temptations, nothing but HIM, we would serve HIM gladly, because the obscurity would no longer lead us away from HIM! Exactly the point, dear people! You see, HE would prefer that we take the time, to discern this old world, and, figure out what matters most! He would be ecstatic, if more, than a few, caught on to the idea of SERVING HIM, in the here, and, now, for no other reason, than the LOVE we hold for HIM! HE would like nothing more than for HIS people to SEE through the obstructions, and, recognize our actual roles in this life!!!

LOVE IS THE LAW of *GOD*, and, for solid reasons! LOVE binds all things together in a positively energized state of wholesomeness, from which, comes GOODNESS! GOODNESS IS the ticket to total elevation of existence, and, happiness; in it, is safety, nurturing, security, wellness, health, vitality, and, much more, of course, along with an ENHANCED dynamism, which, spirals forth, AFFECTING all within it's course, so that, eventually, LOVE has touched, and, EMPOWERED, all in existence, effectively, and, incorruptibly, so that ALL in existence, is OF the SAME energy, with ONE major goal, to fulfill HIS WILL, without disturbance, without dissension, without disruption, without clamor, without ANY negatives, at all!!!

Each day, I open up to serving *GOD*, for that IS my only way of honouring all that HE has bestowed upon me, my only way of showing gratitude, thanks, and, appreciation, and, really, the only way I can express the depths of my LOVE for HIM! Sometimes, I have no idea HOW I will serve HIM this day, but, HE always provides the conditions which guide me to finding a way!!!

What can I DO for *GOD*, the ALMIGHTY CREATOR, and, Author of life? I can bring forth, the BEST of myself, while training to be spiritually mature, whole, and, complete, which, holds LOTS of opportunities to revere HIM, to honour HIM, and, to show HIM that I KNOW HE IS, ALL, and, EVERYTHING, and, these things I do, not to impress HIM, but, to return the endless gifts HE has given to me, out of a LOVE so real, it compels me to ALWAYS DO IN HIS name, that which I can, and, more!!!

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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF CHRIST, OUR LORD!!!

2011-10-24T20:54:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the BEAUTIFUL world of CHRIST JESUS; a world radiant with LIGHT, and, TRUTH! A world founded on a LOVE so unclouded, it is without measure, comprehension, or, end!!!

A world marked by compassion so vast, it reaches out to ALL! A world so sound, that there is nothing more than wholesome goodness, to be found within it's far reaching realm! A world where PEACE is, not only present, but, prevalent, permanently!!!

A world where the past is cast to the elements, as forgiveness, comforts, and, assures! A world where oneness is commonplace, as all share in HIM! A world where the spirit dominates the flesh, and, eventually, becomes, totally, one with THE SPIRIT!!!

A world free of anguish, suffering, pain; full of health, vitality, and, positivity! A world so right, it is impossible to describe, effectively, or, sufficiently!!!

A world which has existed forever, and, shall, evermore! A world, already, existent within humanity, but, not always, embraced!!!

A world so rich, that, the entirety of mortal wealth, is laughable in comparison! A world so imperative, that one must be refined to enter it's dominion! A world unfathomable, still, the reality of true life!!!

A world so magnificent, it is controversial! A world of supreme sacrifice, that, it is denied! A world so advanced, it is scoffed! A world of such HOLINESS, that, opposition, renounces it! A world of abundant power, that, all other powers contest it!!!

A world, so perpetually faultless, that, the faulty, rush to find some flaw(s)! A world wholly HOLY, which evil, detests! A world so pure, it is energy, undefined, and, unmatchable!!!

A world premised on, I AM, and, EVER SHALL BE, which, deception races to disprove! A world which rules this world, ALL, and, EVERYTHING, yet, because of it's stature, faces every sort of defiance! A world, continually, of *GOD*, and, ALL that HE IS, in which, the temporal conflicts of refusal of HIM, is passing away, that JESUS, our LORD, and, SAVIOUR, shall make everyone, and, everything, that, chooses to remain in the denseness of darkness, HIS footstool, while those of us, conformed of HIM, shall, eternally, rejoice in celebration, of HIS irrevocable, incorruptible, undying,
GRACE, as HEAVEN becomes our world, evermore! AMEN!!!

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LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE...

2011-10-23T10:49:00.000-07:00

TITUS 2:7...
Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity...

The above passage correlates with the ideology of being 'worthy' first fruits, IN the name of *GOD*, and, TO HIS GLORY! It aligns with the message of FAITH, and, works, together, marking the adherent, as the REFLECTIONS of the LIGHT! For the devout, it doesn't get much better than this, for such people BECOME LIVING examples of the WHOLESOMENESS of LOVE, in thought, temperament, action, and, reaction; they EXIST in a state of *GODLINESS* by exhibiting, unfeigned, in character, and, behaviours; moderation, humility, honour, respect, along with all virtuous mannerisms/actions!!!

It is NOT easy to become a model of good works, but, once we begin to FULLY understand the reasons/purpose, and, intentions, of doing so, it is easier to begin to 're-train' the egocentric being, and, as with anything, practice brings improvement, making it second nature, then, it becomes whom we are; visible for ALL in CREATION to witness! Such is perhaps, designated, that the confusion of delusion, is lessened enough, that the TRUTH of righteousness, and, rightful living, is evident, amidst the shrouded fogginess, which deception hangs over us! It is like a sword of warmth, cutting through, then, dissipating the fog, that LIGHT is ALL which is left!!!

Maturity of spirit IS encouraged by THE LORD, our *GOD*, THAT, by the example set forth by such, MANY of HIS WAYS, are VISIBLE in this life! WAYS which allow for HIS WILL to be readily seen, felt, known, and, embraced, despite the opposition's battle to veil such! This is done through various means, such as learning, then, existing in moderation, which is, forebearance, sobriety, self-control, restraint, continence, and, temperance, as well as existing in LOVE, FAITH, FAITHFULNESS, PEACE, compassion, endurance, perseverance, tolerance, hope, and, ALL GOOD measures of developed behaviours!!!

In GROWING INTO *GODLINESS* we EXEMPLIFY HIM, THAT, we are like beacons of soundness in the throes of the world! THAT, we, even unknowingly, guide others to considering WHAT IS SOUND, RIGHT, GOOD, and, WHOLESOME! It IS HIS WAY to bringing forth HIS WILL, THROUGH us!!!

At the onset of conscious assessment of aligning/adhering to HIS WAYS, there is fluctuation, faltering, and, we might be a bit, confounded, but, that becomes more stabilized with time, and, conscientiousness, as, in HIS WORD, we find the stabilizers we need; the guidance, direction, and, assurances we need, to do so! To become as we, TRULY are, the Children of THE MOST HIGH *GOD*, IS a worthy effort, and, full of benevolences of HIS own LOVE! Never give up, never relent, just be consistent in growth, and, development, THROUGH, applying HIS WAY, to your life, by way of HIS WORD, and, communication with HIM, always, BECAUSE, the world NEEDS us, otherwise, it won't be long before a darkness even greater than dark, obscures THE WAY, even more, and, we will have failed to prove our LOVE, in HIS name!!!

May THE LIGHT, THE WAY, our LORD, CHRIST JESUS, BE the energy of the reflection we cast IN HIS name, that BY our actions/reactions, unknowingly, or, not, we DIRECT others TO HIM, IN the name of LOVE, and, may HE BLESS our lives that we are more free to do HIM service! PRAISE THE LORD, ALL ye in existence, evermore! AMEN!!!

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LOVE: THE CORRECTION CONNECTION...

2011-10-21T06:50:00.000-07:00

That we might take the TIME, and, DILIGENCE, to reach the root of LOVE, IS KEY to EVERYTHING in this existence! In the effort of seeking the core of the life of LOVE, we become ONE with it, and, as water flows, so too, will the workings of LOVE go forth; from the root, through the understanding, as LOVE has NO other agenda, than to spread FORTH of itself, that ALL in existence is ONE with it!!!

Alas, few take the necessary time, or, intentions, to reaching the root/core, and so, LOVE on the human/natural plane, remains imperfect, troubled, and, without much forwarding, except for starts, so weak, it cannot go far!!!

LOVE IS THE LAW FOR great reasons, and, purpose, as, it IS the pulse of *GOD*, thus, the binding, empowering factor in ALL of CREATION/existence!!!

Ultimately, *GOD* has enough LOVE to keep it spiraling forward, but, it IS HIS WILL that HIS Children, adopt, and, adapt, to the ability to also, do so, that the natural/carnal plane, is NOT exempt from all else in existence: in other words, OUR ONENESS WITH LOVE, COMPLETES all else, HOWEVER, our lack of ONENESS with LOVE, will NOT cease all else!!!

While we are characteristically designed to be ONE with LOVE, DECEPTION shrouds this reality, still, NOTHING could please, or, honour THE LORD, our *GOD*, more than, for us to do so, as, it IS that which we are made of!!!

Evil TOOK us from TRUE comfort, and, happiness, BECAUSE it removed us from, and, took us outside of LOVE, YET, it remains WITHIN us, and, we ARE able to reconnect, FULLY, with it!!!

You know how most people, have a sense of something missing, or lacking, in their lives? Well, it IS that ONENESS with the root of LOVE, which leaves them feeling this effect!!!

Evil, and, sin, is ALL which is away from, or, outside of *GOD'S* WILL, or, WAYS, AND, LOVE is that which ERADICATES ALL wrongs, sin, evil, wickedness, and, their effects! LOVE is our SHIELD, our DEFENSE, our SAFETY!!!

Dig: Satan, whose OWN ego downed him from the Heavens, HATES us, and, intelligent one that he is, KNEW right off, that concealing, obstructing, and, obscuring LOVE, would, SURELY, and, GREATLY, SEPARATE us from *GOD*, whom IS LOVE! This is the origin of deception, and, feeds off of our egocentric being! The evil one KNEW that our state of deception, would take us away from the BOUNTIES, that LOVE, bestows upon us; which includes, but, does not end at, the RIGHT TO A HEAVENLY existence, IN THE FLESH, VOID of ALL suffering, and, suffering's far reaching aftermath, upon mankind, and, life itself!!!

Let us LEARN to LOVE as we ought to, that we are FREE!!! AMEN!!!

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2011-10-20T06:15:00.000-07:00

I SMILE
A different way of sharing video's without taking up too much room:))) This is one of my favorite LIFT ME UP songs, by the incomparable Kirk Franklin!!!

LET HIS LOVE EMPOWER YOU!!!

2011-10-20T05:32:00.000-07:00

*GOD* LOVES YOU!!!

NEVER doubt the POWER in HIS LOVE, and, NEVER judge the measure of HIS LOVE, by what you receive, or, not, of HIM! HE works in HIS own time, ALWAYS moving in our lives, according TO HIS WILL! NEVER give up on HIM, or, HIS LOVE!!!

We MUST ever hone our skills of patience, endurance, perseverance, and, FAITH, that our HOPE manifests in HIS name!!!

We can weep, hurt, and, go through what we face, YET, we MUST NEVER falter IN BELIEF of HIS LOVE, nor, of HIS presence in our lives! FAITHFULLY FEEL HIS LOVE! Lift UP to HIM, WHOLEHEARTEDLY, then, IN FAITH, attend to matters at hand! PRAY, PRAISE, EXALT, and, be ever THANKFUL unto HIM, as you go about your days, FILLED with TRUST, that HE HEARS you, and, IS moving, whatever is necessary, to bring you AWAY from that which tries to down, then, shackle you!!!

Times ARE tough, people, which means, our FAITH has to be even tougher! We HAVE to KNOW that, with the LOVE of *GOD* within us, we ARE equipped to DEAL MIGHTILY with the matters of this, or, any hour! Put on the FULL ARMOR of *GOD*, and, let the world take it's best shot!!!

JAMES 1:12...
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him...

ROMANS 8:18...
I consider that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us...

2 CORINTHIANS 12:10...
Therefore, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and constraints, for the sake of Christ; for when I am weak, then I am strong...

PHILIPPIANS 4:11-13...
11/ Not that I say this because of need, for I have learned, in whatever situation I find myself, to be self-sufficient.
12/ I know indeed how to live in humble circumstances; I know also how to live with abundance. In every circumstance and in all things I have learned the secret of being well fed and of going hungry, of living in abundance and of being in need.
13/ I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me...

INDEED! I HAVE THE STRENGTH FOR EVERYTHING THROUGH HIM WHO EMPOWERS ME! THANK YOU LORD!!!

SMILE, in the name of *GOD*, because, this too, shall pass, and, HIS LOVE will see you through to a HIGHER level of existence! AMEN!!!

Thank YOU, FATHER, for this day, and, all within! Thank YOU for YOUR LOVE, and, all which comprises that LOVE, such as protection, guidance, strength, courage, fortitude, patience, tolerance, endurance, perseverance, and, more! I could NEVER make it solo, without YOU, for YOU, alone, ARE my rock, my fortress, my sure, and, present LIGHT in this day, and, throughout all of time! Hear me, FATHER, as I lift UP to you, the pressing matters of this day, then, take my trembling spirit, and, guide it to comfort, and, the PEACE of FAITH! Make me as a mountain, strong, sure, and, unmovable by anything, or, anyone, save for YOU! I thank YOU from the soul, for ALL YOU have bestowed upon me, and, for YOUR undying LOVE for me, a humble, lowly being, and, I LOVE YOU with all I am! Let me honour YOUR name in this day, and, be an example for others, that they SEE YOUR movement in their lives, and, GLORIFY YOU with their FAITHFUL actions, as well! In the name of CHRIST JESUS, thank YOU, LORD, our *GOD*, for EVERYTHING! AMEN!!!

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DYNAMIC OPTIONS OF EXISTENCE...

2011-10-19T11:56:00.000-07:00

The dynamics of existence are POWERFUL, and so, whatever we choose to exist in, DOES have bearing on our lives, in the now, as well as, ever after! Cause, and, effect, ARE prominently, and, precariously imminent! These dynamics of existence, DESPITE our entitlement TO choices, ultimately, remains within the power of *GOD*, and, *GODLINESS*; even, the brazen opposition, the enemy of life!!!

As the world melts away, with ALL factions of struggle, *GOD* WILL RETAIN control, and, ONLY the GOOD will have survived! The consequences of living outside of WHOLESOMENESS, will be evident, as, all outside of this, is, and, never will be, OF *GOD*!!!

The enemy of *GOD*, of life, does NOT believe that we have ANY worth, let alone, ANY claim to wholesomeness. He is intelligent, well-versed, and, knowledgeable of the human condition, fully aware of our weak state of the EGOCENTRIC mind, so, BECAUSE we so EASILY FALTER, largely, due to his interference, and, influence, he has a strong case, HOWEVER, he forgets that with *GOD*, NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE, thus, *GOD*, SURELY WILL, lead HIS Chosen to liberation from this schemer! *GOD* WILL lead us to LEARNING HOW to ARISE from the clutches of the backwash of erroneous decisions! BUT, the enemy WILL FIGHT, desperately, to regain authority OVER the egocentric being, as, he DETESTS us, therefore, our greatest DEFENSE against him, IS to SHIFT to a conscientious state, INCLINED to pleasing *GOD*, OVER self!!!

Let us BECOME GOOD, to the BEST of our abilities, and, capacities! Let us do so, FOR HIS GLORY, AND, for the welfare of ALL! We MUST LEARN, and, become KNOWLEDGEABLE of LOVE, virtues, charity, and, ALL WHOLESOMENESS, which, IS, and, WILL BE, challenging, given the human state of existence, in which, our incorrect upbringing, HAS made us faulty, faltering, even, ignorant to RIGHTFUL living!!!

We WILL waver, indeed; old habits are difficult to alter, YET, we MUST keep on perfecting the character, IN the channels of LOVE, morality, ethics, and, ALL GOOD behaviours, which FREE us, ALLOWING for the GRACE of spiritual maturity, thus, greater safety IN our existence, now, and, hopefully, forever!!!

Most do NOT have to become as monks, to perfect the spirit; one only has to TURN to *GOD*, fear HIM, sincerely, LOVE HIM, then, comply to HIS WILL, and, HIS WAYS, THROUGH resisting that which is NOT *GODLY*, then, become STRONG in FAITH, TRUE in LOVE towards others, KIND to ALL, DEVOTED to *GOD*, and, *GODLINESS*, as well as, CONSISTENTLY striving to IMPROVE the being, FOR HIS GLORY, and, TO the BENEFIT of ALL! You CAN be YOU, only BETTER! Yes, of course, you have to relinquish your hold on certain things, such as, excess, greed, wrongful thoughts, actions, and, reactions, plus more, HOWEVER, this WILL lead to GREATER advantages, now, and, always!!!

There are TWO planes of existence in the dynamics of CREATION: the Natural plane, and, the Spiritual plane. The Natural plane is carnal, fleshy, worldly, thus, COULD be considered an aggressive state of existence, whereas, the Spiritual plane is of *GOD*, and, COULD be considered a passive state of existence. The Natural plane is BAD for the entire being, the Spiritual plane is GOOD for the entire being! BOTH HOLD IMMENSE POWERS, from birth unto the end!!!

*GOD*/LOVE is GOOD, sound, valid, honourable, adequate, proficient, pleasant, pleasurable, reliable, precious, virtuous, exemplary, agreeable, admirable, benevolent, pure, safe, commendable, and, much, more more! This state of existence IS empowering, endlessly, for ALL whom embrace it!!!

All else, or, that of the world, coupled with our weak, imperfect mentality, is WRONG, BAD, undesirable, for any length of time, or, pleasure, unkind to us, thrashing us about, in many ways, and, FILLED with negatives TO the point of OVERTAKING the INNATE GOOD borne to us, and, worse!!!

This is WHY *GOD* wants us to SEE, then, UNDERSTAND, the NEED to BECOME what you TRULY are made of, NOT the product of deception, and, misguidance, which, the deceiver, and, the world, along with it's ways, SEIZE our beings into, then, take us down with!!!

WHEN you CAREFULLY assess, then, weigh, the options of existence, there ISN'T much choice, is there???

Seriously, *GOD'S* WAY IS healthy, satisfying, nurturing, strong, secure, rewarding, peaceful, encouraging, enriching, enabling, empowering, and, eternal!!!

The only other option is fleeting, frail, turbulent, disruptive, damaging, dangerous, insecure, weak, deceptive, unfulfilling, lethal, empty, confounding, and, comprised of NOTHING more than negligible conditions, and, circumstances, with weighty binds, which cause the demise of the being, entirely, and, eternally!!!

The dynamics of existence ARE POWERFUL, thus, QUITE worthy of your attention; that you ARE awakened to awareness of YOUR options, and so, you CAN, TRULY, begin to LIVE as *GOD* intended; IN the WHOLESOME GOODNESS of HIS PERFECT CREATION!!!

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THE WILLING SERVANT/SLAVE...

2011-10-18T10:05:00.000-07:00

WE are born into slavery! Like it, or, not, that IS fact! We are born into servitude, and, that is the way it is! Many will scoff at this statement, but, it is truth!!!

We have choices of what, or, whom to serve, although, really, *GOD* has it all in DIVINE order! Still, we can choose to serve sin, the self, things, evil, or, *GOD*!!!

Serving things, such as money, luxuries, and, other such, IS idolatry, as is, serving self, and, evil! All outside of serving *GOD* IS idolatrous, AND, is like travelling a road to nowhere, which, WILL dead end, with NO advantages whatsoever!!!

Dig: All servitude, no matter what, involves obligation, effort, and, deliberation TO FULFILL said service! Therefore, those of you, whom choose to serve *GOD*, or better yet, have been called by *GOD*, but, do NOT believe that there is DUTY, obligation, and, responsibility, IN serving *GOD*, are not yet, serving HIM! The main objective of life is to GLORIFY *GOD*, to fulfill HIS WILL, to spread, and, share HIS LOVE, HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, and that, my Friend, requires effort, thus, obligation!!!

*GOD*, ALONE, is our MASTER, thus, we ARE slaves, servants, unto HIM, HOWEVER, of all available choices to serve, HE IS the MOST beneficial to serve! HE is LOVING, kind, tolerant, patient, forgiving, merciful, gracious, and, ALL things good! HE lavishes, upon those whom seek HIM, ALL goodness, in ALL ways: HIS favour is never ending, and, HIS LOVE is incorruptible!!!

Only IN serving *GOD* IS THERE FREEDOM; in serving anything else, there is bondage, suffering, dissatisfaction, agony, and, more negativity than one could mention, for ONLY *GOD* is attuned to our needs, and, BLESSES HIS FAITHFUL!!!

No one likes the concept of being born into slavery, yet, it IS one of the truest facts of this life. Not only this, BUT, even without sin, death, and, the world, we would YET be servants to *GOD*, for HE IS 'the' DOMINION of existence, and, so, out of LOVE for HIM, we would, yet, serve HIM! The WHOLE point of embracing servitude of *GOD*, is to HUMBLE oneself, to the point of acceptance, and, REALIZATION that this service is NOT demeaning; NO! This service is ENHANCING, both, in this life, and, the life hereafter! Our serving of our LORD, our *GOD*, our FATHER, is to IMPROVE our existence, to upgrade it, to uplift it, and, to fill it with HIS BLESSINGS! The better we serve HIM, the more elevated is our being, and, while we should NOT serve HIM expectantly, there IS great gain, in doing so!!!

CHRIST JESUS served both *GOD*, and, us, in HIS wondrous SACRIFICE! HE had the option to refuse that which HE suffered, but, HE, instead, OUT OF A LOVE SO PURE, and, DEEPLY ROOTED, died, a most painful death, that WE might find life in HIM, WHICH, DOES NOT come without a price, mind you; there IS work to be done, WITHIN the being, that, we BECOME as rare first fruits, favourable, and, pleasing to the FATHER, *GOD*!!!

We spend so much time discussing things beyond our reach, when we ought to, simply, accept THE TRUTH, and, get on with IMPROVING the being, from the inside out, before time slips away! LOVE IS the answer: LOVE of *GOD*, of self, of others, and, FOR HIS WILL! LOVE teaches us, through it's innate wholesomeness, the advantageous favours OF becoming one WITH *GOD*, and, HIS WILL, as well as, spirals forward, to exemplify that LOVE, making it beneficial for ALL in it's path!!!

I am a WILLING servant/slave of the ALMIGHTY *GOD*, IN the example of CHRIST, and, the Apostle Paul, and, the more I become ONE with this fact, the better I become, as well as my life; this I testify to, and, stand, FAITHFULLY, in!!!

Some say I present that which goes deep (do you REALLY think that I, without HIS hand, present all of this?), and, it might be true, but, that which is surface only, is leading *GOD'S* people, dangerously, away from THE TRUTH, and, often, it takes controversially DEEP messages to rouse the complacent mind, that, the heart of hearts, WHICH, belongs to *GOD*, is activated TO a state of honest consideration OF what IS!!!

May *GOD* BE with us ALL, and, may we, willingly, be LED by HIS WILL, that we DO, have the advantages HE intended!!!

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WARNING AGAINST OVERCONFIDENCE...

2011-10-14T10:31:00.000-07:00

1 CORINTHIANS 10:1-13...
Warning against Overconfidence...

1/ I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that our ancestors were all under the cloud and all passed through the sea,
2/ and all of them were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.
3/ All ate the same spiritual food,
4/ and all drank the same spiritual drink, for they drank from a spiritual rock that followed them, and the rock was the Christ.
5/ Yet God was not pleased with most of them, for they were struck down in the desert.
6/ These things happened as examples for us, so that we might not desire evil things, as they did.
7/ And do not become idolaters, as some of them did, as it is written, “The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to revel.”
8/ Let us not indulge in immorality as some of them did, and twenty-three thousand fell within a single day.
9/ Let us not test Christ as some of them did, and suffered death by serpents.
10/ Do not grumble as some of them did, and suffered death by the destroyer.
11/ These things happened to them as an example, and they have been written down as a warning to us, upon whom the end of the ages has come.
12/ Therefore, whoever thinks he is standing secure should take care not to fall.
13/ No trial has come to you but what is human. God is faithful and will not let you be tried beyond your strength; but with the trial he will also provide a way out, so that you may be able to bear it.

SEEK YE, GOD OF ALL CREATION, FIRST...

2011-10-11T09:01:00.000-07:00

We view the world in various ways, most of our perceptions border on negativity, but, that is not the reality of this world; this world is POWERED, and, empowered by POSITIVITY, in fact, so much so, that our enemy, the deceiver, has done everything possible to keep us from KNOWING the TRUTH, and, that we, remain in the dark!!!

So used to the confusion, longing, anxiety, and, other effects of this life, are we, that we are CONVINCED that this IS our reality, then, we cling to it, like a tattered old blanket of security, though, we seek, in hope, for betterment! Well, as long as we BELIEVE this is our fate, so it shall be, with more, and, worse to come!!!

*GOD* has ALL the resources, and, comforts we need, but, alas, HE expects us to loosen our overly tight clench on the world; this frightens us to the point of, further confusion, then, we are torn, as we KNOW that HE, IS THE WAY!!!

We are told to relinquish our holds on the world, which, conjures up many unfavourable ideas, most of which, are false. We IMAGINE that we have to give up all good things, so, we freak, deciding to IGNORE this instruction, though, it is DELUSION which is, creating our fears in regard, to instruction(s)...

Listen, to give up our hold on the world, means to place *GOD* first; to fear, then, to LOVE HIM, TRUST, and, BELIEVE in HIM, as we adhere to the innate GOODNESS within, while, LIVING in LOVE; for self, and, for others; to WORSHIP, PRAISE, and, be THANKFUL unto HIM, and, to have FAITH that HE, ALONE, IS ALL POWERFUL, and, IS moving in our lives! All else that we need, HE WILL provide for us. You see, we are, GREATLY misinformed, thus, we have it, MOSTLY, BACKWARDS! We THINK that we are to build our lives, then, to seek HIM, and so, we are living in the flesh, CARNALLY, instead of, SPIRITUALLY, in the first place, which is reversed from what is rightful, and, DOES add unto us, all else! *GOD* empowers, enables, enriches, and, encourages, the KNOWING, and, the DEVOUT!!!

A life in *GOD* is best illustrated by people, such as, King Solomon, whom WAS BLESSED abundantly, as, he SOUGHT *GOD*, WISDOM, and, KNOWLEDGE, PRIMARILY, OVER all else! *GOD* bestowed upon him, and, his people, massive wealth, comforts, and, all they could hope for! Solomon is but one example, and, YES, even these examples, faltered, HOWEVER, they had it right, FROM the start, and so, WERE BLESSED, indeed!!!

That we LONG for riches, and, abundances, IS a sign that our thoughts are misled, and, our grips ARE on the world, NOT *GOD*! SEEK *GOD* FIRST, and, HE WILL ADD UNTO THEE, all else!!! (1 KINGS 3:13, MATTHEW 6:33, LUKE 12:31)

Satan is the elemental ruler of the Earth; he is EXTREMELY intelligent, well-versed, and, knowing, since he WAS one of *GOD'S* favoured Angels, UNTIL greed, jealousy, and, rivalry, downed him to the world! He IS INTENT on felling souls, and, robbing us of ANY wholesomeness we possess, as well as TRUE happiness, AND, WE, ignorantly, even, innocently, play right into his game of shame, PARTLY, because we DO NOT SEEK *GOD* FIRST, with our WHOLE beings!!!

THE WORD of *GOD*, is a BOOK of BOOKS, of instructions to AID us in AVOIDING the traps, snares, and, pitfalls of the brilliant deceiver! IT IS THE SINGLE MOST IMPERATIVE thing we NEED to NAVIGATE us through this life! It offers KNOWLEDGE, WISDOM, SAFETY, ASSURANCES, COMFORT, EMPOWERMENT, and, ALL POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES, NECESSARY TO securing a wonderfully, BLESSED life, AND, when we EMBRACE it's gifts, we find UNDERSTANDING enough, that, a bit, at a time, our overly tight clench on the world, diminishes, thus, gone are the aches, and, pains, associated with that tight grasp!!!

*GOD* IS AMAZINGLY GENIUS, and, I BELIEVE this with ALL my being!!! PRAISE HIM ALL THE HEAVENS, THE EARTH, and, ALL IN CREATION, AMEN!!!

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THE DUALITY OF SACRIFICE...

2011-10-10T09:41:00.001-07:00

In considering, or, recalling, the pain filled Sacrifice which CHRIST JESUS endured for us, I am confounded that many, still, do NOT, see the REASON(s) to HONOUR HIM through obedient compliance, while carrying forth, a measure of HIS unprecedented LOVE! It should be a natural flow, in concurrence of the WORTH of HIS GIFT to us!!!

We SHOULD understand, by now, that sacrifice, endurance, and, tolerance, ARE innate to our relationship with the *GODHEAD*! It is only LOGICAL that we should have to arrive to a point of wholesomeness, in order to GLORIFY *GOD*, as this PROVES us in many ways, especially, as having made a CONSCIOUS decision to embrace our rights as Children of the ALMIGHTY *GOD*, FATHER of ALL existence!!!

By STAYING IN THE WORD, we are REMINDED, constantly, of the GIFTS of the *GODHEAD*, and, the REASONS we SHOULD honour HIM, in obedience, and, compliance! LOVE of HIM, should be a primary reason, as should fear of HIM! We LOVE HIM, because HE first, LOVED us, and, PROVED that LOVE, in such a way, that it is beyond comprehension, yet, in APPRECIATION, SHOULD be, in as many ways as is feasible, given the human condition, repaid, in SOME measure, such as, LOVING one another, BECOMING CHRIST like, and, developing spiritual maturity! So many argue that they do NOT have to apply ANY effort towards *GOD*, for the Sacrifice eliminates all such need! If that is so, WHY is the NEW TESTAMENT FULL of instructions for BECOMING as CHRIST like, as is possible? It doesn't matter, the arguments over THE WORD, instead, to me, it comes down to SHOWING HIM our sincerity, THROUGH character, and, behaviours, and, becoming as moral, ethical, and, righteous as we can, BECAUSE we ARE GRATEFUL for HIS GIFT(s)!!!

Once in a while, HIS SACRIFICE hits home, and, we FEEL it, but then, we head back into the world, where we DON'T belong, assuming we know enough of THE WORD to protect us, and, we FORGET the DEPTH of the GIFT, our SAVIOUR, our LORD, our *GOD*, bestowed upon us! NEVER forget, when you ascribed to CHRIST JESUS, you DIED of this world, and, found LIFE IN HIM! Which means, there is NO living in BOTH worlds, you are NOW, IN HIS world, which, IS a world of DEVOTION, DEDICATION, DELIBERATION, HOLINESS, and, WHOLESOMENESS, THEREFORE, wouldn't this indicate, that there IS CONSTANT effort, that we ARE LIGHTS IN the world, REFLECTING HIM, and, HIS GIFT(s)???

One could say,it IS all perceptional, yet, we are NOT to rely on our own understanding, instead, THE WORD, which, CLEARLY states that we are to BE FRUITFUL IN OUR FAITH, and, DO GOOD, BE GOOD, and, SHARE GOODNESS, which, DOES require EFFORT, given our state of humanness!!! (MATTHEW 5:8-9,MATTHEW 7:16, JAMES 2:18, JAMES 2:22, JAMES 2:26, ROMANS 6, AND, 7, AND, MANY MORE!) Don't forget, LOVE IS THE LAW, and, IN that LOVE, ALL THINGS are WHOLESOMELY GOOD, which, indicates that we ACT, ALWAYS IN GOODNESS, that HE, and, HIS LOVE, ARE HONOURED, THROUGH us, and, our thoughts, actions, and, reactions!!!

Life is a trip, no doubt, BUT, *GOD* gave us CLEAR instructions of how to avoid the trips; how to SURVIVE, SAFELY, and, HOW to HONE our understanding, and, knowledge IN HIM, and, HIS WILL, HIS WAYS, and, HIS world, to the point of being INDESTRUCTIBLE, and, INCORRUPTIBLE! Again, it is all about CHOICE, however, IF we ALWAYS recall, then, embrace, the GIFT(s) which *GOD* has shared, since the Garden of Eden, there IS greater INSPIRATION TO become a LIVING example of HONOUR unto HIM, and, HIS HOLINESS, forevermore!!!

The BEST way to HONOUR, and, give THANKS, besides through communion with *GOD*, IS THROUGH our lives, in thought, action, and, reaction!!!

PRAISE *GOD*!!!
BENEDICITE(A SONG OF CREATION)

Bless the Lord all you works of the Lord:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord you heavens:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord you angels of the Lord:
bless the Lord all you his hosts;
bless the Lord you waters above the heavens:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord sun and moon:
bless the Lord you stars of heaven;
bless the Lord all rain and dew:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord all winds that blow:
bless the Lord you fire and heat;
bless the Lord scorching wind and bitter cold:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord dews and falling snows:
bless the Lord you nights and days;
bless the Lord light and darkness:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord frost and cold:
bless the Lord you ice and snow;
bless the Lord lightnings and clouds:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
O let the earth bless the Lord:
bless the Lord you mountains and hills;
bless the Lord all that grows in the ground:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord you springs:
bless the Lord you seas and rivers;
bless the Lord you whales and all the swim in the waters:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord all birds of the air:
bless the Lord you beasts and cattle;
bless the Lord all people on earth:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
O people of God bless the Lord:
bless the Lord you priests of the Lord;
bless the Lord you servants of the Lord:
sing his praise and exalt him for ever.
Bless the Lord all you of upright spirit:
bless the Lord you that are holy and humble in heart.

AMEN!!!

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SIRACH 21...

2011-10-08T17:33:00.000-07:00

SIRACH 21...

1/ My son, if you have sinned, do so no more, and for your past sins pray to be forgiven.
2/ Flee from sin as from a serpent. that will bite you if you go near it; Its teeth are lion's teeth, destroying the souls of men.
3/ Every offense is a two-edged sword; when it cuts, there can be no healing.
4/ Violence and arrogance wipe out wealth; so too a proud man's home is destroyed.
5/ Prayer from a poor man's lips is heard at once, and justice is quickly granted him.
6/ He who hates correction walks the sinner's path, but he who fears the LORD repents in his heart.
7/ Widely known is the boastful speaker but the wise man knows his own faults.
8/ He who builds his house with another's money is collecting stones for his funeral mound.
9/ A band of criminals is like a bundle of tow; they will end in a flaming fire.
10/ The path of sinners is smooth stones that end in the depths of the nether world.
11/ He who keeps the law controls his impulses; he who is perfect in fear of the LORD has wisdom.
12/ He can never be taught who is not shrewd, but one form of shrewdness is thoroughly bitter.
13/ A wise man's knowledge wells up in a flood, and his counsel, like a living spring;
14/ A fool's mind is like a broken jar-- no knowledge at all can it hold.
15/ When an intelligent man hears words of wisdom, he approves them and adds to them; The wanton hears them with scorn and casts them behind his back.
16/ A fool's chatter is like a load on a journey, but there is charm to be found upon the lips of the wise.
17/ The views of a prudent man are sought in an assembly, and his words are considered with care.
18/ Like a house in ruins is wisdom to a fool; the stupid man knows it only as inscrutable words.
19/ Like fetters on the legs is learning to a fool, like a manacle on his right hand.
20/ A fool raises his voice in laughter, but the prudent man at the most smiles gently.
21/ Like a chain of gold is learning to a wise man, like a bracelet on his right arm.
22/ The fool steps boldly into a house, while the well-bred man remains outside;
23/ A boor peeps through the doorway of a house, but a cultured man keeps his glance cast down.
24/ It is rude for one to listen at a door; a cultured man would be overwhelmed by the disgrace of it.
25/ The lips of the impious talk of what is not their concern, but the words of the prudent are carefully weighed.
26/ Fools' thoughts are in their mouths, wise men's words are in their hearts.
27/ When a godless man curses his adversary he really curses himself.
28/ A slanderer besmirches himself, and is hated by his neighbors.

EVER PERSIST IN HIS NAME...

2011-10-07T09:04:00.000-07:00

1 TIMOTHY 4:1-5...
SOLEMN CHARGE
1/ I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingly power:
2/ proclaim the word; be persistent whether it is convenient or inconvenient; convince, reprimand, encourage through all patience and teaching.
3/ For the time will come when people will not tolerate sound doctrine but, following their own desires and insatiable curiosity, will accumulate teachers
4/ and will stop listening to the truth and will be diverted to myths.
5/ But you, be self-possessed in all circumstances; put up with hardship; perform the work of an evangelist; fulfill your ministry...

VERY important message, and, one which I, take seriously! There ARE times when things seem to be in the way of sticking to the path, and, in the way of sharing THE WORD, but, I have, stuck to it, for one, major reason; *GOD* does NOT take time off from us, HE is ALWAYS near, and, ever working on our behalf, therefore, to honour HIM, I strive to be constant, and, consistent, in my work, in HIS name!!!

My eyes are upon THE WORD, EVERY single day of my life, and, that involves deeper studies of said WORD! I WANT to KNOW as much as my humanness will allow for, that I can better understand the world, how to aid it, as well as, how to drive out the opposition, when it is pressing in!!!

I have said repeatedly, and, will continue to do so; THERE IS SAFETY, SECURITY, and, FREEDOM IN THE WORD of *GOD*! So, why wouldn't I seek what I most need, and, that which WILL enhance my life???

*GOD* SO LOVES us, that HE devised a perfect plan for us to survive this world, arise from this world, and, find PEACE, and, comfort IN HIM! It is pure GENIUS that HE foresaw ALL which was to come to us, not only as a society, but, as individuals! I am FASCINATED beyond words, at HIS foresight, insight, and, hindsight; and, I AM EVER GRATEFUL for this, otherwise, we would, truly, be up against a most dangerous enemy!!!

We only have to turn to HIM, in respectful REGARD, IN LOVE, repent, confess JESUS as our SAVIOUR, take up HIS yoke, retain FAITH, LOVE one another, do GOOD, and, STAY IN THE WORD, while, taking that WORD into the world, in, greater capacity than speaking of it, but, by BEING A LIVING EXAMPLE OF IT'S PERFECTION!!!

Walking with *GOD* is not easy, it is full of challenges, but, that is WHY HE says that we should PERSIST, whether it is convenient, or, not; that we are tried, and, proven!!!

May HE ever watch over us, and, KEEP us in HIS WAYS, that HIS WILL, for our lives, is favourable, and, empowering, as we face the world day to day! KEEP on keepin' on, FAITHFULLY, and, sincerely, and, PRAISE *GOD* always!!!

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A DAY IN THE LIFE: CHOICES...

2011-10-06T09:00:00.000-07:00

A day in the life is not always a day to boast about, as, each day DOES have it's challenges, with some affecting us deeply, some, not so much, but, one thing is for sure, each day, IS a GIFT from *GOD*, WITH potentials unlimited, despite the enemy's, constant whispering, and, tampering!!!

I have problems, troubles, and, woes; you, experience the same; there is NOT one person alive, who doesn't have something to deal with, in the course of a day, HOWEVER, those who strive to be *GODLY*, have an advantage, thanks to FAITH, HOPE, LOVE, and, TRUST, in *GOD*, and, HIS MIGHTY POWERS!!!

Life IS a MENTALITY, there is NO doubt about it, which is WHY, it IS OPTIMAL to live a life IN *GOD*, as, to do so, opens UP to POSITIVITY, WHOLESOMENESS, and, GOODNESS! The alternative is negatively inclined, with such feelings as, dissension, dissatisfaction, duress, discord, and, so on, which, takes the spirit to lows, and, affects, not only the body, but, the entirety of the hours of the day, plus, can make us ill, even, severely! Life in *GOD*, enriches, enables, empowers, fortifies, encourages, flourishes, and, well, all things good, even though, that which is troubling, is yet, there!!!

In the choice of free will, we have the option of being BOUND to what is wrong in this life, or, to LIFT UP to *GOD*, and, move forward, in the PEACE of LOVE, and, BELIEF, that HE is moving in our life, according to HIS WILL! The FAITHFUL are BLESSED in many ways, be that, tangibly so, or, not! A state of existence in *GOD* PROVIDES OPTIMIZATION, from the depths of the being, which, pay forward!!!

The deceiver promises the world to those who will follow him; his promises are empty, for one thing, the world is not his to give, and, the world is fleeting, unhealthy, not satisfying, and, deadly for the soul. *GOD* promises the best of this world, and, beyond the temporal attractions of this world; HE offers a multitude of POSITIVELY endowed riches, from the inner being, to eternal freedom, and, all in between! To choose *GOD* is to LIVE forever, in bounty, pleasure, happiness, PEACE, LOVE, and, all health, in an environment, LASTINGLY PLEASING TO the being!!!

No matter our choices in this life, they come with a price; there is no getting around this fact! Even the choices in our day, have attachments, consequences, and, extending conditions; it is logical, and, the way it is! If we choose to remain in the clutches of deception, the price is to be severed from the world of *GOD*! If we choose to become one with *GOD*, the price is to align to HIM, adhere to HIS WAYS, HIS WILL, HIS world, and, to release our grip on worldly matters! I would rather strive to fulfill *GOD'S* WILL for my life, no matter what I have to give up, then, to face death for some, short-lived pleasures of this carnal time of existence! To choose to live in *GOD* is ALL-INCLUSIVE, to choose the world over HIM, is to live incomplete!!!

*GOD'S* promises are irrevocable, and, bountiful! The deceiver's promises are empty, selfish, and, dangerous! The choice seems clear to me!!!

Any 24 hour period is going to hurl things your way, there is no escaping it! Yet, when we walk in *GOD*, there are added benefits of doing so, such as, we are protected, comforted, guided, directed, encouraged, enabled, empowered, and, strengthened to the point of BEING ABLE to deal with anything, as we KNOW *GOD* has our backs, and, with HIM, NOTHING is impossible! We begin to see a certain FREEDOM in placing our LOVE, and, FAITH in HIM, as, we do NOT have to be bogged down in weighty matters of the world, for we KNOW, that this is delusional illusion tactics, from the deceiver, in hopes of taking us away from that innate freedom/*GOD*!!!

Our LORD, our FATHER, our *GOD*, tells us to come to HIM, with sincerity, and, with all of our being, and, all these things will be added to you (MATTHEW 6:33)! I BELIEVE this, and, KNOW that HIS WORD IS the word of LIFE, and, of EMPOWERMENT!!!

It IS all about mentality! The mentality of *GOD*, or, that, outside of *GOD*! *GOD* is ALL-INCLUSIVE, the other is empty! *GOD* is ENRICHING, the other is depriving! *GOD* is eternal, the other is fleeting! *GOD* is LOVE, the other is NOT! Whatever GOOD there is, IS IN *GOD*, the rest is of the deceiver!!!

PRAISE *GOD*, my fortress, my rock, my deliverer, my provision, forever, and, more, AMEN!!!

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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE...

2011-10-05T09:38:00.000-07:00

The LAW of the land, IS LOVE! It is the 2ND Commandment given unto us, and, for great reason!!! Not ONLY that, but, IF we HONOURED *GOD*; "And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might", the 2ND would be intrinsic!!!

Some say that the kind of LOVE of which *GOD* speaks, is NOT possible in society! Are you kidding me? Are you so far gone, that you would challenge *GOD*, who HAS CREATED ALL, and, EVERYTHING? Have you NOT tried to learn the matter of LOVE, that your understanding would allow for you to SEE the sense in HIS Commands???

EACH of HIS WORDS HAVE REASON, and, PURPOSE TO THE WHOLE OF EXISTENCE, and, LOVE is PRIMARY TO THE GOOD OF ALL IN EXISTENCE, for MANY reasons, one of which is, that ALL in existence IS PROVIDED for, OPTIMALLY, that each IS EMPOWERED TO FULFILL IT'S PURPOSE TO HIS WILL! You think that hungry, homeless people, or, abused people, or, oppressed people can function properly? Granted, some survive, some arise, but, for the most part, the SENSELESS suffering they endure, LEADS them into actions, and, reactions, not to mention thoughts, which are REMOVED from *GOD*, thus, BECAUSE LOVE was NOT evident in their lives, they fall into the traps of the evil trapper, and, suffer even more; none of them deserving of what they are suffering...

Few WANT to hear, the TRUTH of what happens, when we, ignore *GOD*! Everyone is bound by the good they want to hear, and, the freedom to pick, and, choose! This is something which needs addressing, and, needs to be considered! LOVE IS the evidence of *GODLINESS*, as HE IS LOVE! TRUTH is the evidence of *GOD*, as, HE IS TRUTH! There is NO swaying, tampering, or, selectivity, when it comes to HIS WORD, HIS WILL, and, HIS WAYS, NONE, whatsoever!!!

In the gist of LOVE, there is ALL PROVISION, for ALL, and, EVERYTHING, POWERED by WHOLESOME GOODNESS, and, POSITIVITY! This means that CommUNITY, is imperative! This means that NO person should be hungry, homeless, naked, or, left to fend for themselves! The WORLD IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WORLD, IN the gist of LOVE, and, THE TRUTH OF LOVE!!!

GIVING is far more rewarding, now, and, ever after, than receiving, AND, it PROVES LOVE!!!

CARING, and, SHARING, are components of GIVING (LOVE), and, SHOULD be taken to the heart of hearts, that they become as intrinsic, as is our breath! It IS ALL ABOUT PAYING IT FORWARD, that NO ONE is LEFT BEHIND, AND, that NO ONE is placed in conditions/circumstances/situations, which ROB them of THEIR INHERITANCE in *GOD*! You SEE, when we ignore the needy, we are aiding the probability of them being COMPROMISED, for, when one is LOST IN SUFFERING, they do NOT think right, act right, and so forth, therefore, the evil of life, can EASILY overcome them!!!

PSALMS 82:3-4...
Give fair judgment to the poor man, the afflicted, the fatherless, the destitute.
Rescue the poor and helpless from the grasp of evil men...

PROVERBS 21:13...
He who shuts his ears to the cries of the poor will be ignored in his own time of need...

1 JOHN 3:17-19...
But if someone who is supposed to be a Christian has money enough to live well, and sees a brother in need, and won't help him--how can God's love be within him?
Little children, let us stop just saying we love people; let us really love them, and show it by our actions.
Then we will know for sure, by our actions, that we are on God's side, and our consciences will be clear, even when we stand before the Lord...

There are COUNTLESS Scriptures concerning LOVE, and, CARING for one another, but, the above, speak volumes!!!

And, it is NOT just about the poor, or, needy, it is about REALLY LOVING one another, IN the way that *GOD*/CHRIST, LOVES us; it is about taking up the YOKE of RIGHTEOUSNESS, IN HIS NAMESAKE, that GOOD PREVAILS, and, eradicates ALL opposition!!!

Just something to think about! I LOVE you ALL, may *GOD* BLESS, and, BE with us ALL, may PEACE be as our footsteps, leaving the evidence of LOVE upon the face of the Earth, evermore!!! PRAISE *GOD* for HIS GENIUS plan to rescue, and, save us, AMEN!!!

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LET ME DO WHAT I WANT TO DO, IN THE NAME OF GOD...

2011-10-02T16:56:00.000-07:00

ROMANS 3:23...
All have sinned, and, fall short of the glory of GOD...

ROMANS 7:19...
For I do not do the good I want, but I do the evil I do not want...

As Christians, we are to embrace, then, be accountable TO the standards of Christian conduct, and, confession. {By confessing our obedience to a commandment of God we are boldly declaring our allegiance to God.}...

We have MANY foolish attitudes, and, behaviours, which NEED to be abandoned, as we alter our lifestyles, in the model of Christianity, which CHRIST JESUS left for us to study, understand, embrace, and, implement in our lives! This takes some SERIOUS soul-searching, and, admission of things that are a LARGE part of our character, but, have NO place in our walk with *GOD*!!!

It is true that THE WORD is full of LOVE, and, of GRACE, however, Scripture, also, establishes Commandments which, ARE to be obeyed, as well as, Disciplines which, ARE to be practiced, as well as the pursuance of justice, which is to be a part of the people of *GOD*!!!

As we look at the above Verses from ROMANS, especially, ROMANS 7:19; For I do not do the good I want, but I do the evil I do not want., we are reminded of the constant battle between the flesh, and, the spirit! It is NOT that we don't want to do right, but, when we Do want to do right, evil comes forth, in the form of sin, err, or, unrighteousness, for that IS what we have been born into, and, will die into! Still, by the Grace of *GOD*, THROUGH CHRIST JESUS, we are saved, AND, LEARN to serve the Law of *GOD* with our heart of hearts, even though, ever present is that carnal being who serves the law of sin!!!

Thus, that we are not LOST after being saved, we are to take up the Yoke of CHRIST, and, walk in HIS example, HIS Ways, and, HIS WILL, which, takes us to devoting TIME to STUDY, LEARN, UNDERSTAND, EMBRACE, then, UTILIZE that which MAKES us, in EFFORT, SPIRITUALLY MATURE CHRISTIANS, whom, REJOICE in BEING moral, ethical, and, rich in wholesome characteristics!!!

THE WORD is FULL of promises FOR the FAITHFUL, the DILIGENT, the TRUE SERVANTS of *GOD*! We are taught many things, but, imperative are the facts that, we CANNOT serve *GOD*, and, mammon, we ARE NOT able to serve two MASTERS, for we are not designed to be LOYAL, nor, UPSTANDING to two, at the same time, AND, we are to FEAR the LORD, our *GOD*, to the point of surrender, LOVE, obedience, and, compliance TO HIS WILL, and, WAYS!!!

This means some altering, and, some aligning TO HIM, which IS a good thing, for there is BENEVOLENCE, guaranteed in doing so! YES, it means, giving up some worldly adoration's, but, the benefit of ADORING *GOD* ABOVE all else, is endless, and, worthy! I have given up some things I did not think I could give up, but, guess what? That which was trying to convince me that I could not do so, was the same as what created the desire for them in the first place; that egocentric mind, the root of deception, AND, I am far HAPPIER without them, plus, I am honoured to serve *GOD* in more capacity than mere words!!!

There is little in the world we cannot do without, as, the world is NOT our provision, NOR, the premise of happiness, or, fulfillment! ONLY *GOD* is ALL PROVISION, and, can, and, will, open up to the windows of the Heavens, to unleash BLESSING, after BLESSING to the FAITHFUL! PRAISE *GOD*, for HE IS, ALL, and, EVERYTHING, there is NO doubt about it!!! AMEN!!!

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GOD'S OWN: GOD'S CHILD...

2011-09-30T09:11:00.000-07:00

Once, lost in darkness, a fortified maze,
Marked by the evil deception, of those days;
Rambling, in the thickness, of an air of obscurity,
While, an assurance, voiced, "This is NOT reality!"
Fending off assaults, tripping through carefully laid snares, still, unbound,
Accompanying an inner utterance, ever so sound,
Echoing, then, reverberating, through my being, keeping me aware,
Of that fact that something better, existed, somewhere, out there.
Never succumbing to the luring appearances of promises cast,
As they came in varied forms, with hopes to capture me, and, fast.
Wearied, yet, ever strong enough, to resist,
The countless offensives, in which, the wickedness, did persist.
Struggles DID ensue,
Some so fierce, I was, nearly, torn in two;
However, the onslaught, merely, reaffirmed, what my heart heard, over the constant noise,
Somehow, I managed to learn from it all, maintaining, dignity, and, poise!
Like a beggar, in tattered rags, my soul was frazzled,
But, my inner sight, was NEVER bedazzled!
Then, I arrived to an edge of time, where I could view, in it's brilliance,
LIGHT empowered, and, at once, there was healing, as well as resilience!
Falling to my knees, I sobbed, I cried, I wept, then, vowed my very life,
To *GOD*, the MIGHTY sword, whom, destroys all matter, of suffering, and, strife!!!

AMEN!!! PRAISE THE LORD, our *GOD*, our SAVIOUR, our KING, our HOLY GHOST, and, our EVERYTHING!!! THANK YOU FATHER, THANK YOU!!!

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LOOK UP, NOT BACK...

2011-09-29T07:23:00.001-07:00

Isn't it sad, that as we GROW in spiritual maturity, and, look back on our lives, we are filled with shame, regret, and, guilt? Such is the price we pay for living in ignorance, which, is about 75%, NOT our fault, still, EACH of us will pay in some way, now, and, after, for what we did not know!!!

Listen, *GOD* foresaw what we would be up against, and, the suffering incurred in the throes of the world! HE PROVIDES renewal, rejuvenation, and, ways to rectify what our life has led us to, and, through! Though we SHOULD HAVE been better informed from birth, that is NOT the way of the world, and so, we pay, in many ways, for our innocent ignorance, and, misguidance! Still, we can FREE ourselves of the burden of remorse, by TURNING, or, RETURNING to *GOD* with our WHOLE beings, in the name of CHRIST JESUS! *GOD* WANTS HIS people to be happy; to rejoice, to sing, to ENJOY this time, WHILE GLORIFYING HIM!!!

We have to learn to FORGIVE, not only others, but, ourselves, as through CHRIST JESUS, we have been forgiven! We have to realize that, often, what we experienced this far, TAUGHT us to REACH out, and, EMBRACE our LORD, *GOD*, our SAVIOUR, and, HOW to live from that point on! We HAVE to LEARN the hard way, the lessons of endurance, perseverance, tolerance, righteousness, morality, and, much more; THAT THESE LESSONS LOCK TIGHT IN THE BEING, NEVER to be uprooted by the evil one! We have to REMEMBER that the battle is between *GOD*, and, the ruler of deception! We have to ENCOURAGE ourselves to go forth in COURAGE, and, FAITHFUL HOPE, that what errs we committed, HAVE HAD REASON TO HIS WILL for our lives! Let's be repentant, regretful, but, let us not HOLD ONTO what was necessary to bring us to maturity, in HIS name, and, TO HIS GLORY! Let us cry for, but, a moment, and, let us pray to *GOD* for the courage to OVERCOME the agonizing sorrow we feel in retrospect, for our mistakes, then, let us PRAISE HIM for guiding us THROUGH the worst, and, let us REJOICE for yet, more time to make things right!!!

Let us UPLIFT ourselves IN development, and, the GOODNESS we have learned FROM the wrong we saw, felt, and, experienced! Let us NEVER return to what we have left behind, but, let us go FORWARD IN HIS EXAMPLE, and, WISDOM, like mighty warriors of PEACE! Let us UNDERSTAND, and, EMBRACE the fact, that UNTIL we REALIZE our wrongs, we were asleep, then, AWAKENED, and then, let us move onward in CONSCIOUS effort to do right, evermore!!!

No, don't get LOST in despairing over what has happened this far; instead, be FOUND IN *GOD*, and, CLING to HIM, that you never slip backwards! The past likes to haunt us; I suspect, this is a part of the works of the evil one, that our egocentric mind is weakened, even in growth, that we are, yet, susceptible to his ploys, SO, that being said, let us, ALWAYS, forgive ourselves, AS we MOVE FORWARD, and, UPWARD, in character, and, behaviour! You see, it is IN the downers of life, that we are most easily tripped up, and so, IF we KEEP our SIGHTS ON THE LIGHT, and, THE WORD, WHILE aligning, and, complying, the GOOD becomes the standard, while, ANYTHING outside of goodness, diminishes, more, more, and, more! KEEP THE FAITH, HOLD ONTO HOPE, and, KNOW that *GOD* KNEW what you would be up against, what lessons you needed to learn, and then, forgive yourself, while FURTHERING the WHOLESOMENESS INTRINSIC to your being, IN HIS NAME!!!

HUMILITY is a large part of the equation, so, be humbled by what has been, and, never relinquish that humility, that you are OPEN to HIM!!!

We CAN survive this battleground; we ARE of the LORD *GOD* ALMIGHTY, NOT of the world, and, it's endless woes! PRAISE *GOD* FOR HIS PERFECT PLAN to RESCUE us!!!

COLOSSIANS 3:2...
Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are upon the earth.

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