Shalam, brothers and sisters, I pray all is well with you as I have
continually remembered you all in my prayers to the Father and our Lord Jesus
Christ.
There will come a time, brethren, in all our lives that we will have to stand
up for what we believe in. We will have to choose between what we can see and
understand versus the invisible things of God.
This stand is what the Bible calls abiding in faith. However, before we can
take any stand, we must be very clear about our position. We must examine what
this fight is really about, and ask critical questions such as, How does God's
promises compare to the promises of this world? What is humanity's overall
purpose on this earth? What is the difference between a man of faith versus
a man of this world? We must be clear on these question and others like them to
be able to fight true spiritual warfare. Then will the empire of evil in the
world fall, and so the scripture will be fulfilled: " but the saints of the Most
High shall take the kingdom, and possess the kingdom for ever, even forever and
ever Daniel
7:18."
So then let us be very clear. People, this is not a Christian thing, it's not a Hebrew thing. No, it's not even a white or black
thing. It's not about the labels society has placed on us, or the boxes they've
put us in. It's a critical moment for humanity (John
3:17-21).
It's whether we will obey the commandments of Christ; and no box, church,
school or temple can hold back the truth of Christ (Eccl. 2:13, John 8:12).
He's too big to fit in any box (1 Kings 8:27, Acts 17:24).
His commandments resonate through the ages and are forever relevant (1 Peter
1:22-25):
Love God with all your heart and soul.
Love your neighbor as you love yourself. (Matt.
22:36-40).
The question is, will we stand for what is right? Consider these things and
think critically for yourself seeking after the Truth as for hidden treasure (2 Tim. 2:7, Proverbs 2:1-7, Matt.
7:7-8).
May God bless you and keep you till we meet again,
Zarach
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
Friday, May 17, 2013
Momentum
Greetings, Brothers and Sisters, may the grace of God the Father and the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ reign in your hearts on this His holy Sabbath.
As we continue to move closer and closer to end of this age and the beginning of that which will follow - the Kingdom of God, it is critical that we prepare ourselves through spiritual development. We must engage the scripture daily, meditating on it's meaning and striving to apply it to our lives (Psalms 1:1-3).
Now, brethren, is not the time to back down. It's a time to gather momentum and press even harder towards the mark: the Kingdom. Now is a time for us to draw closer to God in sincere faith. We should separate ourselves from an evil mind and hold our bodies in purity and holiness as we profess our faith before the world without hypocrisy and with the understanding that our God is faithful to fulfill His promises (1 Thess. 4:1-8). Now is a time for us to encourage one another to grow in love and good works. It's not a time for us to splinter into denominations, sects, and groups or into isolation, as some have done and are doing. Rather, brethren, let us come together and edify or build up one another in God's Word as we see the day approaching (Hebrews 10:22-25).
I realize that many of us are separated by space and time-geography impedes us from gathering together as one. A believer may be in one of many countries, cities or states around the world. However, like Jesus told the Samaritan woman at the well, God is seeking the true worshipers, who will worship him is spirit and in truth. Worship is not based on location or temples and churches. Let us also listen and do what Christ said in John 4:21-24. To worship God in the spirit is to worship him with a mind that has been transformed by the truth (Romans 12:1-2). The Word of God is truth (John 17:17). Therefore, space and time is irrelevant to the true worship of God in His eyes. Yet, He created us and understands that it is not good for man to dwell alone (Gen. 2:18). We were made to dwell together in community. This is because we can be a help to each other in our weakness and lift each other up in the battles of spiritual warfare as we move closer to the gates of Zion (Eccl. 4:9-10). This is the concept of iron sharpens iron. We are better together than apart (Proverbs 27:17).
So, I encourage you to step out, be radical, seek out believers in your communities or make new believers by sharing the Word of God where your at. Let us all with one heart and one truth worship God in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; standing up for what is right, doing good to and for the oppressed and all those suffering in our communities and around the world. Let us resist the Devil and pray always to God, the Father, for all saints as we go through this fight. We also must always remember that we are not alone (1Peter 5:8-9, Eph. 6:18). We must not forget that God chose us out of this evil world because of His love for us, so that through us He may show His mercy and glory to all who will believe (1 Peter 2:1-10, John 17:6-11).
1 John 3:1-3 gives us hope and encourages us to stay pure.
God instructs us to abide in Him in John 15:3-8
Shalam,
May God bless you and keep you till we meet again
Zarach
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As we continue to move closer and closer to end of this age and the beginning of that which will follow - the Kingdom of God, it is critical that we prepare ourselves through spiritual development. We must engage the scripture daily, meditating on it's meaning and striving to apply it to our lives (Psalms 1:1-3).
Now, brethren, is not the time to back down. It's a time to gather momentum and press even harder towards the mark: the Kingdom. Now is a time for us to draw closer to God in sincere faith. We should separate ourselves from an evil mind and hold our bodies in purity and holiness as we profess our faith before the world without hypocrisy and with the understanding that our God is faithful to fulfill His promises (1 Thess. 4:1-8). Now is a time for us to encourage one another to grow in love and good works. It's not a time for us to splinter into denominations, sects, and groups or into isolation, as some have done and are doing. Rather, brethren, let us come together and edify or build up one another in God's Word as we see the day approaching (Hebrews 10:22-25).
I realize that many of us are separated by space and time-geography impedes us from gathering together as one. A believer may be in one of many countries, cities or states around the world. However, like Jesus told the Samaritan woman at the well, God is seeking the true worshipers, who will worship him is spirit and in truth. Worship is not based on location or temples and churches. Let us also listen and do what Christ said in John 4:21-24. To worship God in the spirit is to worship him with a mind that has been transformed by the truth (Romans 12:1-2). The Word of God is truth (John 17:17). Therefore, space and time is irrelevant to the true worship of God in His eyes. Yet, He created us and understands that it is not good for man to dwell alone (Gen. 2:18). We were made to dwell together in community. This is because we can be a help to each other in our weakness and lift each other up in the battles of spiritual warfare as we move closer to the gates of Zion (Eccl. 4:9-10). This is the concept of iron sharpens iron. We are better together than apart (Proverbs 27:17).
So, I encourage you to step out, be radical, seek out believers in your communities or make new believers by sharing the Word of God where your at. Let us all with one heart and one truth worship God in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; standing up for what is right, doing good to and for the oppressed and all those suffering in our communities and around the world. Let us resist the Devil and pray always to God, the Father, for all saints as we go through this fight. We also must always remember that we are not alone (1Peter 5:8-9, Eph. 6:18). We must not forget that God chose us out of this evil world because of His love for us, so that through us He may show His mercy and glory to all who will believe (1 Peter 2:1-10, John 17:6-11).
1 John 3:1-3 gives us hope and encourages us to stay pure.
God instructs us to abide in Him in John 15:3-8
Shalam,
May God bless you and keep you till we meet again
Zarach
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Monday, May 13, 2013
I Refuse (Part 2)
The word of God blasts through the darkness of this world and fills our hearts with good things such as caring for others, loving our wives, husbands and children, honoring God and loving our Savior Christ the Lord, seeking to do good works, striving to lift up our fellow man as we climb upwards towards God ( Ps.119:105, 2 Timothy 3:16-17). It changes our hearts from a childish state that is easily influenced and tricked by cunning men under the direction of Satan (Eph. 4:14). The Word of God illuminates our minds to true knowledge, sincere love and power found in faith (Psalm 19:7-11, 2 Cor. 10:3-5, 2 Timothy 1:7). It moves us to positive action to create informative news that enlightens the listener to analyze situations by God's standard; to hold our leaders, politicians and pastors accountable, to tell a community that holds onto prejudices that we will not stand for that anymore (Romans 12:21). It causes us to make spiritual music and songs that will edify the people and rekindle the faith of many (Col. 3:16). Truly being radical is to use God's truth to expose evil. Don't get caught up in this world's deception. Seek God's truth and shine like a city on a hill that cannot be hid (Matt. 5:14-16, Eph. 5:13-17 ).
( Philippians 4:8 )
I pray, as you meditate on this letter and the meaning of this song that you would draw closer to God, knowing that He will draw closer to you; giving you the strength to do what is right.
Shalam,
May God bless and keep you till we meet again,
Zarach
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I Refuse (Part 1)
Greetings, beloved brother and sisters, I pray that the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the peace of God our father continues to be with you always.
In light of recent events over the past weeks and months we cannot allow ourselves to become cynical, fearful, angry, or even hopeless. Reports of wars, austerity measures, sequesters, bombings, disasters, and violent rampages have led many to follow this path. However, we the believers in Jesus Christ, should not become panic stricken or given to despair. Christ taught us to not let our minds be troubled, neither let it be afraid (John 14:27).
We should be aware of world events and things occurring in our communities as they relate to the Holy Scriptures. This is an example set forth by the early believers. They searched the Scriptures diligently to understand the times and seasons they lived in, understanding that God was orchestrating all things according to his divine plan (1 Peter 1:10-11). They also sought out what God desired them to do according to his Word just as we should (1 Peter 1:12-15, 2 Tim. 2:1-6). We have to press into the Word of God and live by wisdom and faith not by the circumstances we see around us. (Eph. 5:15-17).
In our day, we must come to realize that we are in the midst of a spiritual war. Satan can enter into the hearts of men and tempt them to do evil, and some have openly welcomed him in as Cain did. Some have fallen victim to his deceptive devices through the manipulation of our technology and media. His purpose is to overthrow their faith or to keep them in darkness (2 Cor. 4:3-4, Matt. 13:24-30, 36-43). We are being deceived and this deception is being carried out for a reason. There is a battle going on for the minds and souls of men (Revelation 12:7-12).
One of the most powerful devices of the wicked is the use of mass media to disseminate doctrines and ideas that lead men away from God and unto sin and death by causing them to engage in many works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21). Our televisions, radios and Internet are full of some of the most outrageous images, programs and sin-promoting messages. It is a shame to list or even speak of some of these websites and broadcasts readily available to anyone willing to engage them
(Ephesians 5:11-12). These technological tools can be abused to condition us and to move us further and further away from the things of God leading us into darkness, fear, confusion, shame, and eventually spiritual/physical death.
Brothers and Sisters, it's time we wake up out of this deceptive stupor we've been caught in and do something radical (Romans 13:11-14) - Let's turn off our televisions, shut down our laptops, turn off our gadgets and stop the invasion of our minds by the wicked. We must remember our minds work by images, messages, and vibrations or spirits that affect our thoughts and actions (Mark 7:20-23, Luke 6:45). Therefore, if you allow the devices of the wicked to overpower you by constantly engaging them, you will come to accept and believe their messages (1Cor. 15:33). The result of which is sin leading to death of the mind and soul. Therefore, be careful what you put before your eyes.
Shalam
May God Bless and Keep you till we meet again,
Zarach
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In light of recent events over the past weeks and months we cannot allow ourselves to become cynical, fearful, angry, or even hopeless. Reports of wars, austerity measures, sequesters, bombings, disasters, and violent rampages have led many to follow this path. However, we the believers in Jesus Christ, should not become panic stricken or given to despair. Christ taught us to not let our minds be troubled, neither let it be afraid (John 14:27).
We should be aware of world events and things occurring in our communities as they relate to the Holy Scriptures. This is an example set forth by the early believers. They searched the Scriptures diligently to understand the times and seasons they lived in, understanding that God was orchestrating all things according to his divine plan (1 Peter 1:10-11). They also sought out what God desired them to do according to his Word just as we should (1 Peter 1:12-15, 2 Tim. 2:1-6). We have to press into the Word of God and live by wisdom and faith not by the circumstances we see around us. (Eph. 5:15-17).
In our day, we must come to realize that we are in the midst of a spiritual war. Satan can enter into the hearts of men and tempt them to do evil, and some have openly welcomed him in as Cain did. Some have fallen victim to his deceptive devices through the manipulation of our technology and media. His purpose is to overthrow their faith or to keep them in darkness (2 Cor. 4:3-4, Matt. 13:24-30, 36-43). We are being deceived and this deception is being carried out for a reason. There is a battle going on for the minds and souls of men (Revelation 12:7-12).
One of the most powerful devices of the wicked is the use of mass media to disseminate doctrines and ideas that lead men away from God and unto sin and death by causing them to engage in many works of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21). Our televisions, radios and Internet are full of some of the most outrageous images, programs and sin-promoting messages. It is a shame to list or even speak of some of these websites and broadcasts readily available to anyone willing to engage them
(Ephesians 5:11-12). These technological tools can be abused to condition us and to move us further and further away from the things of God leading us into darkness, fear, confusion, shame, and eventually spiritual/physical death.
Brothers and Sisters, it's time we wake up out of this deceptive stupor we've been caught in and do something radical (Romans 13:11-14) - Let's turn off our televisions, shut down our laptops, turn off our gadgets and stop the invasion of our minds by the wicked. We must remember our minds work by images, messages, and vibrations or spirits that affect our thoughts and actions (Mark 7:20-23, Luke 6:45). Therefore, if you allow the devices of the wicked to overpower you by constantly engaging them, you will come to accept and believe their messages (1Cor. 15:33). The result of which is sin leading to death of the mind and soul. Therefore, be careful what you put before your eyes.
Shalam
May God Bless and Keep you till we meet again,
Zarach
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