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'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Wednesday November 26, 2008 (28 Cheshvan 5769) "Everlasting
Worship!" Romans 1:25 (Amplified Bible) Because they exchanged the truth of God for a lie and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, Who is blessed forever! Amen (so be it). I truly believe that God's WORD speaks of this dark and troubling day and hour in which HIS Church is living, when even the elect will choose and accept the LIE of the enemy. As the Apostle Paul explains, many have exchanged HIS TRUTH, falling down and worshiping gods other than Jehovah YaHWeH, any and all gods created by the hands of man, instead of giving Praise and Worship to the One True and Living God, HIM who Created man with HIS own Hands. Today for the Kingdom of God, through the WORDs of HIS Law and from the mouth of HIS Prophets and Servants who with Power and Authority given of Holy Spirit continue speaking today, we must take heed of the warning repeated throughout the ages, of the eternal consequences of worshiping any other god which leads to an eternity of death, destruction and everlasting separation from HIS Holy Presence. History has quite accurately recorded man's repeated attempts at forming a god to their own image and likeness, but rather it is God's WORD, HIS-story error free and complete, which reminds me who The TRUTH really is. Knowledge, Understanding and Wisdom comes from Holy Spirit, declaring that Jehovah God provides a Glorious future for Believers in Christ, who continue Faithfully and Obediently holding fast to the TRUTH, Christ Jesus. Father, YOU alone are my God, Living and True, and I will worship YOU forever. Born of YOUR Holy Spirit, Washed by the Precious Blood of the Lamb, Purified with the oil of YOUR Holy Fire. All of heaven shouts in uniSon, Holy, Holy, Holy, Worthy of Worship, Glory and Honor, is HIM who sits on the Throne at YOUR Right Hand, Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Tuesday November 25, 2008 (27 Cheshvan 5769) "A Thorough
Examination!" Mark 4:22-24 (Amplified Bible) Things
are hidden temporarily only as a means to revelation.] For
there is nothing hidden except to be revealed, nor is anything
[temporarily] kept secret except in order that it may be made
known. If any man has ears to hear, let him be listening and
let him perceive and comprehend. In the parable preceding these WORDs of Christ, HE was teaching HIS Disciples of a much deeper Truth than just a principle regarding the outcome of planting and harvesting a crop. Of those who heard the parable of the Seed and Sower, some asked Jesus to reveal the meaning. As HE finishes HIS explanation, HE issues a WORD of caution to the hearers. We must carefully examine not only what we consider to be Good Seed, closely comparing it to the Truth of God's WORD, but also the condition of our heart in reference to the Truth of a Faithful Sower. Many times, error has been mixed in with Truth, just as bad seed mingles with good. Separating the obviously corruptible seed from the incorruptible, requires in-depth evaluation. Just as knowing, from Jesus' own WORDs, that only the fertile soils will yield the abundant and desireable crop. True Believers in Christ would never consider planting Good Seed mingled with error in the fields of broken and prepared hearts, so neither should we carelessly overlook what our own heart understands as being God's Truth. Diligent to compare our knowledge with that of the True Revelation of Christ Jesus, as the Lord of the Harvest. O'Lord, guide me into the correct knowledge of YOUR WORD, discerning Truth from the compromising seed of error. For YOUR Spirit watches over me as a worker who desires to Sow Righteousness into the earth, lead me to plant in those fields that have been prepared. YOU are Faithful to supply the Good Seed to Sow, the Bread of Life to strengthen and sustain me as I labor in the WORK of YOUR Kingdom. Laboring while it is yet day, for the hour of YOUR coming is near, even at the door. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Monday November 24, 2008 (26 Cheshvan 5769) "Reconciled by HIS
Love!" Romans 8:35-39 (Amplified Bible) Who shall ever separate us from Christ's love? Shall suffering and affliction and tribulation? Or calamity and distress? Or persecution or hunger or destitution or peril or sword? Even as it is written, For Thy sake we are put to death all the day long; we are regarded and counted as sheep for the slaughter. Yet amid all these things we are more than conquerors and gain a surpassing victory through Him Who loved us. For I am persuaded beyond doubt (am sure) that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities, nor things impending and threatening nor things to come, nor powers, Nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. As Believers in Christ, we face many varied challenges to our Faith and Obedience in serving Christ. However, we must continue to Believe and Proclaim that HE is the Victorious ONE and the Resurrected KING of heaven and earth. The Apostle Paul tells of a LOVE that exceeds the limits of our carnal understanding. God's Love that reaches so deep into the very soul of man, that HE knows of even our most secretive thoughts and emotions. It is this Love of God, dwelling within each Believer in the person of Holy Spirit, that One Day will separate HIS sheep from those who have denied HIS Promise and Offering of Love. Only HIS sheep hear and know HIS Voice, following HIM through our darkest times, and we must Declare HIS WORDs of Truth and Life . Physical death will separate our soul and spirit from our mortal bodies, yet it is that spiritual death to ourselves that is concealed in Christ, reconciled in Life by HIS Spirit, now made complete in HIS never-ending Love for us. Having fulfilled in the person of Christ Jesus, our Lord and Savior, that Divine WORK of Redemption accomplished at Calvary. O'Lord, my soul longs for
more, of YOUR Love and Power. Holy Spirit guide me in my
battle, obtaining VICTORY on every front. I must never
separate my desire, but proclaim Christ, so that YOUR Will can
be done through me. Praise, Honor and Glory to the Risen Lord,
Amen
"Beneficiaries of
Truth!" 1
Corinthians 2:8-9 Amplified Bible) None of the rulers of this age or world
perceived and recognized and understood this, for if they had,
they would never have crucified the Lord of glory. But, on the
contrary, as the Scripture says, What eye has not seen and ear
has not heard and has not entered into the heart of man, [all
that] God has prepared (made and keeps ready) for those who
love Him [who hold Him in affectionate reverence, promptly
obeying Him and gratefully recognizing the benefits He has
bestowed]. Mankind is given a choice where they may live, within one of two kingdoms. One of these kingdoms is that of darkness, ruled by the selfish attitudes and desires of a deceitful and wicked prince. Hopelessness and death reign, holding it's victims in captivity, bound constantly by fear, doubt and manipulation. The other is the Kingdom of Light, where each and every citizen lives in Freedom, having been emancipated by the Lord of Glory. Here Liberties are bestowed upon those who choose Life, rewards of Hope and Peace are granted to all. It is this Kingdom which is Reigned Sovereignly by Christ Jesus. Knowledge of both kingdoms exists, and the choice is offered daily, where many have been rescued from the dismal dungeon of despair, and they now reside in the very Presence of God. As Paul writes these Inspired WORDs, many begin to see the Truth and hear the Voice that beckons their heart to believe that Victory was won by the sacrifice our King made of HIMself at Calvary. Today, countless precious souls deserve to hear the Good News. A beautiful Victory song which Proclaims Christ Jesus and HIS Resurrection as the Way of Salvation. Their eyes fully opened to now gaze upon the nail pierced feet of the King who Loves them, and desires them to enter the Gates of HIS Kingdom. O'Lord, YOUR Holy Fire burns continuously upon that Altar, where an Offering YOU gave has redeemed me from life's prison of torment and death. In YOUR Love is my soul held precious, given LIFE as a benefit of belonging to YOU. Speak YOUR WORDs of Truth through my lips, that I may Declare this Gospel of Grace with Boldness. For it is by YOUR hands that the Keys to Everlasting Life have unlocked the door to my heart. YOU are my Lord of Glory, Reigning by YOUR Spirit over a Kingdom that shall endure Forever, Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Wednesday November 19, 2008 (21 Cheshvan 5769) "Victorious in HIS
Grace!" 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 Amplified Bible) But He said to me, My grace (My favor and loving-kindness and mercy) is enough for you [sufficient against any danger and enables you to bear the trouble manfully]; for My strength and power are made perfect (fulfilled and completed) and show themselves most effective in [your] weakness. Therefore, I will all the more gladly glory in my weaknesses and infirmities, that the strength and power of Christ (the Messiah) may rest (yes, may pitch a tent over and dwell) upon me! So for the sake of Christ, I am well pleased and take pleasure in infirmities, insults, hardships, persecutions, perplexities and distresses; for when I am weak [in human strength], then am I [truly] strong (able, powerful in divine strength). The Apostle Paul openly admits to weakness, of which by his own strength he is incapable of overcoming. There are Believers in Christ who, are often reluctant to admit that a weakness in their flesh sometimes prohibits them from serving Christ to their fullest of potential. Rather, giving excuses of busyness, lack of knowledge or understanding, all of these which were addressed by Christ, as man's vain attempt to forego Obedience and humbly submit to service in HIS Kingdom. Paul writes to each of us, and we must look upon our weaknesses as greater opportunities for Christ to be glorified, that we might also boast of HIS Power within us overcoming every obstacle. Father, it is YOUR Spirit WHO counsels me in every trial and circumstance. For without YOU I can do nothing, neither breathing nor speaking. It is by YOUR Grace, as YOUR WORD says, will I be Strengthened becoming Victorious over my every weakness. A Witness of YOUR Eternal Truth, sealed and delivered by YOUR signature upon my heart. All Praise and Honor to YOU O'Lord. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Tuesday November 18, 2008 (20 Cheshvan 5769) "Zeal for
Righteousness!" Philippians 3:9-10 (Amplified Bible) And that I may [actually] be found and known as in Him, not having any [self-achieved] righteousness that can be called my own, based on my obedience to the Law's demands (ritualistic uprightness and supposed right standing with God thus acquired), but possessing that [genuine righteousness] which comes through faith in Christ (the Anointed One), the [truly] right standing with God, which comes from God by [saving] faith. In this letter to the Believers in the Phillipian church, the Lord speaks WORDs of Encouragement through the Apostle Paul, reminding them of the transforming WORK of Holy Spirit, ongoing in his own life as well as theirs. Paul confirms his zeal to attain the Righteousness of God granted through Christ Jesus, rather than seeking a righteousness by his own strict observance to the Law as a Pharisee. In HIS Sovereignty, God ordains that anyone who chooses to know HIM and HIS Son, will possess much greater Power with the anointing of Holy Spirit, than what they would ever hope to gain by their own strength. Relying completely upon his Faith in God, was Paul so driven to Proclaim his earlier endeavors of the flesh as failures, as comparing what God would accomplish through him spiritually as he submits himself totally and completely to Holy Spirit, for guidance in understanding the depths of HIS Provision in Christ Jesus. I give God thanks for HIS forbearance with me, as I diligently seek to follow Christ Jesus as the Anointed One, an example of Eternal Truth revealing HIS Glory and Majesty, and as Paul writes, leads me to submit my flesh to HIS Will by serving HIM with humility and conviction. O'Lord, YOU renew my mind with YOUR WORD, by YOUR Spirit do YOU guide my footsteps. Truth brings knowledge of YOUR Glory, and YOUR Power proclaims Christ as Lord. I am made anew and transformed into HIS likeness, where I must be a living example of YOUR Love. YOUR WORD is Anointed to pierce the heart of the broken and lost who have no peace, that only in Christ may they KNOW PEACE, and receive YOUR Gift of Eternal Life. Praise the Lamb of God, HE Lives Forever within my heart, Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Monday November 17, 2008 (19 Cheshvan 5769) "Pitchers of Living
Water!" John 4:10 (Amplified Bible) Jesus answered her, If you had only known and had recognized God's gift and Who this is that is saying to you, Give Me a drink, you would have asked Him [instead] and He would have given you living water. As Believers in Christ, we must become those purified vessels which carry forth the transforming message of Hope and Salvation to those who thirst for Living Water drawn from the River of Life. When we choose to become a Pitcher of Living Water, having been molded purposely by God's Spirit for greater service, we soon realize the importance of those WORDs which Christ spoke to the Samaritan woman. Our capacity to serve others increases as the volume of our Obedience to HIS WORDs increases. Christ Jesus said that when we give someone who comes to us thirsty, a cup of water in HIS Name, our reward is sure. Our view must now be broadened, as we gaze upon the multitudes that are desiring to be Comforted from the hurts and perils of this life. We must lead them to that One True Source of LIFE, Christ Jesus, WHO is able to Transform their hearts with HIS Spirit. Giving those who accept HIM, that drink of Living Water, satisfying their spiritual thirst. O'Lord, fill me as a vessel with an overflow of YOUR Living WORD, that I may Comfort those whose thirsty hearts seek refreshment. As the water covers the seas, may YOUR Majestic Glory cover the earth in fullness. Reign from heaven over my heart, and be Gracious towards me as I serve others, Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Thursday November 13, 2008 (15 Cheshvan 5769) "Sincere in
Love!" Romans 12:9-11(Amplified Bible) [Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good. Love one another with brotherly affection [as members of one family], giving precedence and showing honor to one another. Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord. In this letter to the Beleivers in Rome, the Apostle Paul wrote about the depth of God's Love for mankind. Trained as a Pharisee before his conversion, he knew only of the obvious religious requirements that were attached to Obeying God's Commandments.Yet now as he is guided by Holy Spirit, Paul begins to address the deeper spiritual aspect, one that requires a much greater devotion in our interactions with each other. We find it much easier to Love those who love us, albeit our love begins taking on boundaries which are not fully representative of God's Boundless Love. The sacrifice which Christ Jesus made upon Calvary's Cross, completed and fulfilled HIS Love for all of mankind. And until one understands how that Divine Act of Selfless Compassion restored mankind into God's Plan, we will be incapable of fulfilling the Kingdom mandate of unselfish Love. Realizing that our unrighteousness once alienated us from God, HE LOVEs us and provides a WAY for our restoration. This is what the Apostle Paul strives with such earnest to describe. Our Lord is best served by submitting to HIS Spirit, being given entirely to Love others as HE LOVEs us. O'Lord, I must follow YOUR example of sacrifice, to Love those who oppress and persecute. Forgive me for those times that I have resisted YOUR Spirit. I surrender my selfish heart, and wholly commit to loving others with the same compassion YOU have for me. The Light of the world must shine brightly through me. Use me each day as a Lamp that will lead others to YOU. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Wednesday November 12, 2008 (14 Cheshvan 5769) "Rejoice in HIS
Reign!" Romans 12:15-16(Amplified Bible) Rejoice with those who rejoice [sharing others' joy], and weep with those who weep [sharing others' grief]. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty (snobbish, high-minded, exclusive), but readily adjust yourself to [people, things] and give yourselves to humble tasks. Never overestimate yourself or be wise in your own conceits. As the Apostle Paul writes to the Believers in Rome, he advocates that Life be lived harmoniously. While many times our circumstances would dictate a much different response, we must 'Rejoice' because those external circumstances are not a True reflection of our inner condition. For it is by the POWER of God's Spirit, do we move, breathe and have our being as Believers, having become Transformed in our hearts, to the New Life of living by Faith and not by sight. Whatever may be seen with our natural eyes, must never cloud our Vision of those Promises which God has established for those who would choose to serve HIM. As with Paul, persecuted and imprisoned for Boldly Proclaiming Christ Jesus as Savior and Lord, he continued to Rejoice, standing firm and steadfast, even in the midst of grim uncertainty. God's WORD reminds us that our struggle is not against one another(flesh and blood), but against an enemy which casts clouds of the darkness over the eyes of many to the Truth. Attempting in vain to destroy each Believer's Vision of the Joy and Peace which is revealed by God's Spirit of Victory. In our hearts, God's Spirit bears Eternal Light upon our present situation, unveiling the Majestic Glory of HIS Son, Christ Jesus. We must therefore Rejoice and be Glad for having been given this 'eye-opening' revelation. O'Lord, release upon YOUR servants a deeper conviction for those who grieve. Guide us to speak YOUR WORDs of Hope to those who are hungry and search for Peace. May we be Obedient to Proclaim Salvation, for the message of YOUR Kingdom invites the weary to find comfort in YOU. All Praises belong to YOU my Lord and King, Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Tuesday November 11, 2008 (13 Cheshvan 5769) "Urgent
Truth!" Acts 11:23-24 (Amplified Bible) When he arrived and saw the evidence of the grace of God, he was glad and encouraged them all to remain true to the Lord with all their hearts. He was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord. Luke writes much about the early church and those leaders who fearlessly preached the everlasting Gospel of Christ. Despite the overwhelming oppression and often deadly circumstances which they faced, yet they continued faithfully in their mission serving God. We must see those circumstances which Barnabus and Paul faced, more likely as opportunities to share the message of Hope and Salvation, rather than as burdens. In these few scriptures alone, I find that many days had passed since Pentecost, yet the Power of Holy Spirit was working mightily, building the faith of Obedient witnesses and many people were responding to the Gospel message. The mission of Believers in Christ, is as urgent today as as it was in the days of the 1st century Believers. Being Powered mightily by Holy Spirit, our deep and convicting Faith must lead us to press forward, knowing that opportunities abound. The Gospel message of Christ must be preached around the world, and we must sense the urgency. Powerful in our convictions and committed to Proclaiming the Kingdom, as these last days herald the return of our triumphant King, Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus? Father, YOUR desire is that YOUR servants advance YOUR Kingdom by the POWER of YOUR Spirit. Release upon us, Courage and Faith to speak YOUR WORDs of Truth and Righteousness. From YOUR throne, strengthen us as Bold Witnesses, Proclaiming the message of Freedom and Hope to those held captive. Continue YOUR Mighty WORK of transforming lives, where the Body of Christ Declares the Everlasting Victory of YOUR Love that never fails. Praise to the Lamb of God, seated at YOUR Right Hand. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Monday November 10, 2008 (12 Cheshvan 5769) "Revealed in
POWER!" Luke 10:22 (Amplified Bible) All things have been given over into My power by My Father; and no one knows Who the Son is except the Father, or Who the Father is except the Son and anyone to whom the Son may choose to reveal and make Him known. As the disciples witnessed Jesus as HE Rejoiced and gave Thanks to HIS Father, HE goes on to explain that their eyes and ears have been opened, seeing and hearing what the Prophets and Kings of old had for centuries longed to see and hear. This Revelation has been extended to us as Believers today, that by Holy Spirit are we able to fully comprehend the POWER and Majesty of the King of kings and the LORD of lords. By HIS WORDs, Christ Jesus tells us that HE alone has been given POWER to open the eyes and ears of man, that they may receive the greatest Truth of God and of HIS Gracious Will. For it is God's good pleasure to make known the depths of HIS Mercy, having provided mankind with a Savior and Redeemer. Releasing upon the earth, the knowledge of the most sought after mystery, that being of Christ Jesus and of HIS Sacrifice for our souls. In the days ahead, it is this single Truth which will unite the Body of Christ. Bringing Reconciliation and Restoration to those who humbly submit to God's Spirit, and to their knees will many bow before HIM. O'Lord, I desire to see and hear more of YOUR Precious WORD. To Proclaim YOUR Kingdom with Boldness, as YOUR Spirit touches each heart, opening their eyes and ears to YOUR Truth. LIFE is all about YOU, has always been and forevermore will be. Release YOUR POWER upon the earth in greater measure, that many more souls will be united in fellowship with YOU. A Full and Overflowing Harvest of Victory shall manifest within YOUR Kingdom. To YOUR Name be given all POWER, Glory and Honor. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Thursday November 6, 2008 (8 Cheshvan 5769) "Harvest Worker
Program!" John 12:40 (Amplified Bible) He
has blinded their eyes and hardened and benumbed their
[callous, degenerated] hearts [He has made their minds dull],
to keep them from seeing with their eyes and understanding
with their hearts and minds The Apostle John
recites from the Book of Isaiah, WORDs spoken directly to HIM
from God, where Isaiah had also heard the LORD
ask; These WORDs of God, resonate loudly day and night in the ears of many Believers. This is God's 'Call to Repentance', reaching deep within our hearts and awakening us by HIS Voice. Desiring to fulfill God's Call, many Believers in Christ submit their will to the Will of the Father, Declaring the Good News of Redemption through Christ Jesus. God's Spirit brings deep conviction by the Power of HIS WORD, Conviction of both my need for repentance, and of my duty as HIS servant, to proclaim HIS Son, Christ Jesus as Savior and Lord. In 2 Corinthians 7:10,
the Apostle Paul writes to the Corinthian
church; God PROMISES Forgiveness, when we come to HIM with a repentant, broken and contrite heart, seeking Revival and Restoration in Fellowship through Christ. Neither shamed nor regretful for having accepted HIM as Lord. God's people suffer many things in this world, yet it is HIS WILL that none suffer nor perish BECAUSE of their sin, where 'Forgiveness and Revival' manifest themselves. It is through our Obedience to Confess and Repent, which places us directly in the path of God's unchanging WILL. O'Lord, my heart
cries out to YOU in sorrow, for my sin and transgressions are
great in YOUR sight. YOU Promise in YOUR WORD to hear my cry,
from a broken heart and forgive. I turn from them and return
to YOU, so that YOU may finish a WORK in me. YOUR Son gave HIS
ALL for me, and to HIM must I give my everything. Cleanse my
heart O'Lord, of all unrighteousness, restore me as YOU have
Promised in YOUR WORD. Be merciful unto me O'Lord, Revive and
Restore me in every
way!
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Wednesday November 5, 2008 (7 Cheshvan 5769) "The Prevailing
Source!" 1 Corinthians 13:6-7(Amplified Bible) It does not rejoice at injustice and unrighteousness, but rejoices when right and truth prevail. Love bears up under anything and everything that comes, is ever ready to believe the best of every person, its hopes are fadeless under all circumstances, and it endures everything [without weakening]. What the Apostle Paul is writing about to the Believers in the Corinthian church, is of the qualities and characteristics that are so vitally important and must manifest themselves through our lives as witnesses of God's POWER as HIS Spirit transforms and renews our hearts. Throughout scripture, men and women, all found their Source of strength and endurance in the Prevailing Faithfulness, Holiness and Righteousness of God. Like David, who sought after God as he became the leader of the Nation of Israel. Infering God's Justice against wickedness, and labored many times in anquish at those Judgements passed upon God's people. Knowing and recognizing that God is in complete control of every situation, irregardless of what we see with our physical eyes, keeps us strong and yearning for HIM to Comfort us during times of great distress. For HE commissioned Holy Spirit to continually keep a fervent watch over HIS WORD, that HIS Truth and Righteousness stand as that Everlasting Banner of Hope, under which all that would call upon HIM would themselves receive Victory in their lives. As HE is our Prevailing Source, HE revealed HIS LOVE to us through Christ Jesus. Thus, each 1st Century Apostle of Christ like Paul, Peter, James and John, wrote so clearly of our role as Ambassadors of God's Grace. Becoming imitators of HIS Love, guided by Holy Spirit in Proclaiming our Faith in HIS Enduring Holiness and Righteousness. Where with Boldness and Courage, Believers must reflect HIS Glory through our Testimony. Gleaming Witnesses in the sight of those around us who are desparately seeking a HOPE that endures for Eternity. O'Lord, YOU are my Rock upon WHOM I stand, when everything around me sinks beneath my feet, trying to drown me in it's wake. Every false hope will be shaken, and only YOU and YOUR WORD will remain. Steadfast and True, is YOUR Faithfullness and Love, by YOUR Spirit guard my heart and direct my steps each day. Under YOUR canopy of Grace I stand, knowing Christ gave HIS Life, that by Faith in HIS Resurrection, I have LIFE Everlasting, Free and Boundless, unfettered by any shackles or chains. It is in YOU O'Lord that I find LOVE that bears Testimony of YOUR Mercy. Holy, Holy, Holy is YOUR Name in all the earth. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Tuesday November 4, 2008 ( 6 Cheshvan 5769) "Seeking More of
HIM!" Acts 17:30-31 (Amplified Bible) Such [former] ages of ignorance God, it is true, ignored and allowed to pass unnoticed; but now He charges all people everywhere to repent (to change their minds for the better and heartily to amend their ways, with abhorrence of their past sins), Because He has fixed a day when He will judge the world righteously (justly) by a Man Whom He has destined and appointed for that task, and He has made this credible and given conviction and assurance and evidence to everyone by raising Him from the dead. As Luke was Faithful to record the WORK of God through the Apostles and those who labored to advance the message of HIS Kingdom, we too must be Faithful to search the scriptures for understanding of God's Plan of Reconciliation and Redemption. For it is those who have previously ignored God, and have struggled against the enemy without ever gaining Victory, that deserve to hear about how Christ Jesus. Learning that HE gave HIS Life and was raised from the dead, in order that they be afforded the Precious Gift of Salvation from impending Judgement against wickedness and unrighteousness. Where for centuries, man has labored to govern themselves by electing leaders and creating laws which impose judgements for those who willfully break them, yet not having produced the quality of life that they sought so intently to gain. This very fact that mankind needs a Savior, stands at the core of God's Provision of LIFE, lived in Freedom in the Kingdom of God, as HE foreordained from Creation, a foundation of Holiness and Righteousness built soully upon the living example of HIS Son, Christ Jesus. One must only look to the Creator of LIFE, to gain that knowledge of Abundant and Prosperous Living. Where by HIS Grace are we saved through the placing of our complete Faith in HIM. To enter into the spiriutal realm of fellowship which Father God offers us, we must Obediently Seek HIS Fullness, not as a last resort, but as the Beginning which has NO END. O'Lord, the More I Seek YOU, the MORE of YOU I find. The MORE I find of YOU, the More that I Love YOU. As my Love for YOU deepens, the MORE I desire to Serve YOU. Search my heart O'Lord, and purify me with YOUR Holy Spirit of FIRE. Burn from within me all that is not of YOU, so that I may be filled to FULLNESS with all that IS OF YOU. Forever will YOU be my LORD, forever my KING. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Monday November 3, 2008 ( 5 Cheshvan 5769) "Living
Joyfully!" James 1:2-4 (Amplified Bible) Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Having joy in our lives, is a Promised blessing from God! Yet there are Believers who are unaware that trials which test their Faith, are merely the wrappings which adorn God's greatest Gift called Perseverance. As we face these tests of trials and temptations of life, it is our clinging to HIS WORD that develops an attitude of determination, where through our spiritual eyes of understanding, we see the Prized Victory given us through God's Spirit. Like James, we as Believers in Christ, must continue facing at every turn those obstacles with that same devotion and determination, knowing that our Obedience unlocks doors that lead us to a deeper level of Faith in Christ. To just mearly wander through life will never satisfy our hunger to see HIS Glory nor will it bring fulfillment concerning HIS Purpose for Believers. How sad it is for those who want to realize more of God's Provision in their lives, yet their strength fails them, and they stumble at the first sign of trouble. This JOY that James speaks of, truly comes from overcoming these troubles, just as Christ suffered and was Victorious. Jesus continued HIS mission, and we must follow HIS example, to fully experience that Joy. Perseverance is akin to eternity, continuously and without end. As with any committment, Kingdom Work is many times exhausting, both physically and spiritually. Yet Father God's desire is to Bless those who remain Faithful, a sure strength which most certainly makes the walk worth what we must endure for HIS Precious Name. O'Lord, YOU strengthen me at every turn, My Comforter and Guide. May I be found full of YOUR Joy, Bearing every trial, Bringing Glory and Honor to YOUR Precious Name. Beset on every side by trials each day, I must remember YOUR WORD gives me the strength to endure. Blessed be YOUR Name in all the earth, my Savior and Lord. Reign in my heart, that my Joy be made complete, giving me courage to walk boldly in YOUR footsteps. Amen
'A Warrior's Daily Journal'Saturday November 1, 2008 ( 3 Cheshvan 5769) "Journey in
Victory!" Philippians 3:12-13(Amplified Bible) Not that I have now attained [this ideal], or have already been made perfect, but I press on to lay hold of (grasp) and make my own, that for which Christ Jesus (the Messiah) has laid hold of me and made me His own. I do not consider, brethren, that I have captured and made it my own [yet]; but one thing I do [it is my one aspiration]: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, Believing the WORDs of Christ, as the Apostle Paul certainly did, I know without reservation that HIS Life was the Perfect example from birth to resurrection, and my following that example is what God desires for my life. When looking to my past to see what God has done over the years, I am then reminded by these WORDs of that which Christ took hold of,,, me. If everything I have experienced in my past would have been easy, uneventful and painless, then I would not understand what Paul was writing about to the Philippian Believers about pressing on towards completeness and perfection in Christ Jesus. Many Believers in Christ will agree with me, that the messes and tests of our lives past, are what God uses as our MESSAGE and TESTIMONY of and to HIS Mighty Power of Holy Spirit, WHO is WORKing continually within us. It is imperative then, that each one of us must fully realize that our journey each day is to be one of a continual and ongoing desire, that as we seek being made Perfect in Christ as God desires, we Journey in Victory together as True and Faithful Believers. Father, YOUR Spirit within me beckons, that YOUR Will and Work be done. Where Faith without works is dead, use my life to accomplish YOUR WORKs, through Faith which is at work in me, O'Lord. To YOUR Higher Calling I must answer, that others may know YOUR Love for them. My strength comes from YOU alone, as I Praise and Honor YOUR Holy Name, forever! Amen |
