Greetings Brothers and sisters,
I am very excited to announce that I will be hosting a new Bible study telephone conference with Alhaizar starting this September:
The purpose:
This telephone conference line is design to give the listeners a deeper understanding of God's Holy Bible, using a lecture format with a question and answer period.
A variety of topics will be covered, from bible history, biblical prophecy, spiritual living, and the teachings of Jesus Christ, our Lord.
When: Saturday, September 7th 2013
Time: 11am-12:30pm Eastern
Topic: Why The Bible?-Explore why the Holy Bible is so relevant for our times and individual lives
Who: All are invited, because salvation is open to all in Christ
How to access conference line:
Conference Dial-in number: (712) 432-1500
Participant Access Code: 220399#
Participant: On Saturday, September 7th at 11am Eastern call the above dial-in number; when prompted, enter the above listed Participant Access code, followed by the # key. Once connected to the live conference, every caller will be able to talk and further instruction will be given per lecture format.
Ground Rules:
1) Come in the spirit of Brotherhood and the Love of God
2) Don't interrupt others in the middle of their speech
3) No profanity allowed
4) Be respectful of the Lecturers
5) Ask questions that are pertinent to the topic or that will bring greater clarity to all
We look forward to meeting all of you and I personally look forward to meeting those of you that have been readers of my Blog.
Shalam,
May God Bless you and keep you till we meet very shortly
Zarach
Also, let us know what topics you would be interested in learning about or would like us to cover on future conference lectures. You can email me your ideas at: Zarach144@yahoo.com
or post a comment below.
"Let us lift each others up, as we draw closer to God"...Zarach
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Friday, August 16, 2013
Rules of Engagement
Greetings, Brother and Sisters,
I prayer that you, God's Elect and most precious jewels, would grow stronger and stronger in the faith of Jesus Christ, continuing instant in the love of the brotherhood and all who call on the name of the Lord according to the truth of the gospel. Today, I would like to continue with our topic on how we should engage this current system of the Beast by the wisdom of God.
In an era of modern lynching of young black men, mass public surveillance, drone strikes, and perpetual warfare in the name of fighting terror there are wicked men ,who like wolves and evil lions lurk in dark places seeking whom they may destroy ( Ps. 10:8-10). These wicked men in the form of dictators and oppressors continue to have no care for the lives of the poor, which they destroy daily. They care for no one but their own agenda and interest, much less the saints of the Most High. And some people have joined forces with them thinking that they will be safe from their evil claws and fangs. But we, brethren, are not like the majority, who through ignorance, fear, and disobedience to God have made a covenant with Death; hoping to escape the evil that now is and is coming on earth ( Isaiah 28:15). We are the minority in Christ, who reject any agreement with this system of oppression and darkness choosing rather to walk in the light of Christ. This light is our wisdom, in this current system, that calls to remembrance his words, " Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves (Matt. 10:16)." It is by the wisdom of God that we will be able to engage these Beasts and be victorious (Isaiah 33:6).
In order to confront dictators and global governments we need to understand God's instructions first. We must consider how to carry out our mission of preaching this gospel uncompromisingly in all the world ( Matt. 28:18-20) according to His word or else we will fail. Our success is dependent upon our ability to abide in God and skillfully apply the wisdom of His word ( Eph. 6:10-13).
The first thing we must understand is that, according to the Bible, there is no power on earth or in heaven but God: the powers-those in rulership and positions of influence, are appointed or established by God (Romans 13:1). It is God that create governments and appoint leaders, both the good and the bad (Isaiah 45:7). For example, He established David's kingdom in old Jerusalem and will establish the new Jerusalem by Jesus Christ (1 Samuel 16:1,13-14, Luke 22:29). It was God who put in motion the world empires, starting with Babylon and proceeding on through history to today's American new world order (Daniel 7:1-7, 15-17). He dose all things for His divine purpose (Isaiah 14:24), which will lead to the final confrontation with evil (Rev. 11:15-18). The empires of these nations were created to bring evil to it's fullest potential, which will usher in the last judgment of the wicked and the establishment of the Kingdom of God on earth ( Dan. 2:44, 2 Esdras 11:36-46 ).
Brothers and Sisters, let us who put our hope in God seek his word continually so that we may be able to stand in these evil days. It is only by the word of God that we will avoid errors as we engage this system. We can not blindly agree with it, nor foolishly try to resist it by our own devices. We have to go about it the way God wants us to. We most remember the lessons from the Bible. In the time of the Romans, the Hebrews were under Roman rulership. They had three roads they could follow to cope with Rome. A religious road with the Pharisees, which focus on individual righteousness to the point of detachment from things spiritual in God's word. The road of the Zealots, which saw Rome as the great oppressor that can and most be overcome by open resistance. They believed this to the point of being completely blind to the fact that God had establish the Romans for his purpose. They never considered that to resist the powers that be with open war is to resist the ordinance of God. The third road open to the Hebrews was the road Jesus Christ walked on and lead. Those that followed him on this road saw beyond the physical and understood that the spiritual realm controlled the physical world. They understood that God was in control and to be victorious meant to gain wisdom and understanding of God's will by his word, so that they may be able to reach their final destination: the Kingdom of God. Therefore, let us, today, choose the right path and follow Him: Matt. 11:27-30. This road is not an easy road, but it is the only one that brings hope and a true reward. Christ urges us to choose it and live, Matt. 7:13-14.
Shalam,
May God bless you and keep you till we meet again
Zarach
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Sunday, July 21, 2013
Sorrows and Comfort
Greetings, Brothers and Sister, I pray all is well with you and that God's light is shining on you. I have more I would like to share with you regarding how we should engage this current world system. However, I felt is was necessary to pause and share a few words of comfort to the mothers and fathers of Oscar Grant, Darius Simmons, Trayvon Martin, Malcolm Shabazz, and the many other young black males who were murdered because they were black or for the hope they might bring to their people. Also, for the poor people around the world who are eaten up like bread and crushed by this Beast system in all it's various forms of oppression and death that it utilizes.
We understand that God will avenge all evil done on earth-for he said, " I will reward every man according to his works" ( Matt. 16:27). One must reap what he has sown ( Gal. 6:7). However, until that appointed time comes God urges us in our times of despair and hurt to turn to him in prayer, because he cares for us in all our suffering ( 1 Peter 5:7).
God's love and care for us is illustrated most vividly when Hezekiah, the king of Judah, in his sickness and grief turned to God in prayer for help. Did not God Hear in heaven and caused the prophet to say, "Thus saith the Lord, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee..."( 2 Kings 20:1-5)? Yes, He did hear.
In this day and age he still hears sending comfort and hope through his Son: Jesus Christ. John the Baptist questioned whether this was true or not and if they should look for another Messiah. Jesus replied, "Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached" (Luke 7:19,22). Thus, Jesus established his identity by the power given him of God and the love he had towards those in need. Today, God commands his teachers and prophets to follow Christ's example and comfort the people through the gospel: declaring that their warfare is done in Christ, because through him we have received forgiveness of sins and reconciliation with God ( Is. 40:1-2, Romans 5:8-10). When tragedy strikes we can remember this (that our warfare or separation from God is over) and know that he will restore our souls; leading us into the paths of righteousness for his name sake in Christ (Psalm 23:3).
The senseless murder of one's child, as the parents of the young men listed above experienced, would qualify as one of the darkest moments in a persons life. These moments can intensify with the constant memory and horror of the event, which can cause the soul to bow down or fall into deep depression. But the holy Bible tells us we can have Hope by recalling this one thing to our minds again and again, "It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassion fail not" (Lam. 3:21-22).
Jesus said, "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted" ( Matt. 5:4). The scriptures tells us that this comfort will come from Jesus himself: ..."For the Lam(Jesus) which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes" (Rev. 7:17).
To those who are suffering today hear the voice of comfort, as it echoes through the ages to meet our needs now and forevermore: "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me" (John 14:1). Peace I leave you with, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid" ( John 14:27). Depression and sorrows can make the mind unstable causing us to give up, but if we put our faith in God by Christ we can overcome; because he is the God of comfort, which is, and which was, and which is to come ( 2 Cor. 1:3-4).
May this sacrifice of praise lift up your spirit and give you hope:
A Prayer of Help:
Psalm 79:9-13
God will give us justice and comfort- and we will walk in thy law, oh God, even in our afflictions we will not forget thy Word, it "is a lamp unto our feet, and a light unto our path" (Psalm 119:105). And we know that we have won the victory over death and now have a sure hope in the day of Resurrection by Christ the Lord ( Isaiah 25:8)
Amen
Shalam,
May God keep you and Bless you till we meet again,
Zarach
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We understand that God will avenge all evil done on earth-for he said, " I will reward every man according to his works" ( Matt. 16:27). One must reap what he has sown ( Gal. 6:7). However, until that appointed time comes God urges us in our times of despair and hurt to turn to him in prayer, because he cares for us in all our suffering ( 1 Peter 5:7).
God's love and care for us is illustrated most vividly when Hezekiah, the king of Judah, in his sickness and grief turned to God in prayer for help. Did not God Hear in heaven and caused the prophet to say, "Thus saith the Lord, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee..."( 2 Kings 20:1-5)? Yes, He did hear.
In this day and age he still hears sending comfort and hope through his Son: Jesus Christ. John the Baptist questioned whether this was true or not and if they should look for another Messiah. Jesus replied, "Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached" (Luke 7:19,22). Thus, Jesus established his identity by the power given him of God and the love he had towards those in need. Today, God commands his teachers and prophets to follow Christ's example and comfort the people through the gospel: declaring that their warfare is done in Christ, because through him we have received forgiveness of sins and reconciliation with God ( Is. 40:1-2, Romans 5:8-10). When tragedy strikes we can remember this (that our warfare or separation from God is over) and know that he will restore our souls; leading us into the paths of righteousness for his name sake in Christ (Psalm 23:3).
The senseless murder of one's child, as the parents of the young men listed above experienced, would qualify as one of the darkest moments in a persons life. These moments can intensify with the constant memory and horror of the event, which can cause the soul to bow down or fall into deep depression. But the holy Bible tells us we can have Hope by recalling this one thing to our minds again and again, "It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassion fail not" (Lam. 3:21-22).
Jesus said, "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted" ( Matt. 5:4). The scriptures tells us that this comfort will come from Jesus himself: ..."For the Lam(Jesus) which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes" (Rev. 7:17).
To those who are suffering today hear the voice of comfort, as it echoes through the ages to meet our needs now and forevermore: "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me" (John 14:1). Peace I leave you with, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid" ( John 14:27). Depression and sorrows can make the mind unstable causing us to give up, but if we put our faith in God by Christ we can overcome; because he is the God of comfort, which is, and which was, and which is to come ( 2 Cor. 1:3-4).
May this sacrifice of praise lift up your spirit and give you hope:
A Prayer of Help:
Psalm 79:9-13
God will give us justice and comfort- and we will walk in thy law, oh God, even in our afflictions we will not forget thy Word, it "is a lamp unto our feet, and a light unto our path" (Psalm 119:105). And we know that we have won the victory over death and now have a sure hope in the day of Resurrection by Christ the Lord ( Isaiah 25:8)
Amen
Shalam,
May God keep you and Bless you till we meet again,
Zarach
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Saturday, July 20, 2013
Trust In God
Shalam, Brothers and Sisters
I pray that you are continuing to draw closer to God, increasing in faith, in the midst of spiritually dark places in this world. For it is our Faith/ trust in God through Jesus Christ that will cause us to abide. This trust will allow us to understand the reality around us from a spiritual perspective. Then will we come to the realization that we fight not against flesh and blood (humanity), but against the principalities of the prince of darkness, against powers, the rulers of evil of this world, and against spiritual wickedness in high places ( Eph. 6:12). Finally, we will come to know and appreciate that the weapons of our warfare are not man-made or carnal, but are mighty through God for the intention of destroying strong holds, which hold the minds and souls of our fellow man captive by sin ( 2 Cor. 10:4). Thus, obtaining the victory.
However, our victory will come through our obedience to the word of God. It will not come about by trusting in world leaders, global governments, politicians-neither white, black, specific social classes, or ethnic groups. It will not come even by following an African President. We must look to a higher power: God the Father (Ps. 20:7-9). God commands us to not place our hope in man (Is. 2:22).
H. Rap Brown, speaking on the T.V. show Like it is, in the 1970's , exposed the corruptions and evil in the world both then and now-regardless of the race or social class of our politicians.
At the time of the airing of this show, H Rap Brown eloquently expressed the conditions of the oppressed and the futility of putting one's hope in the system of the oppressor. However, we, as followers of Jesus Christ, must interpret this from a spiritual view point. First, we must understand that all government, good and bad, are established by God for his purpose(Dan. 2:20-21). Second, we have a responsibility to expose evil to help free others from it's hold and abstain from it ( Eph. 5:11). Third, we are to submit to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake-whether they be kings, governors, or presidents. We should abstain from all evil-murder, robbery, rape, and open rebellion ( 1 Peter 2:13-15). We should strive to do good in the midst of evil-help the poor and oppressed, heal the sick, fight to free those unjustly imprisoned, strengthen the weak, and preach the Gospel ( Romans 12:21). Fourth, we know that true revolution is the transformation of our minds from evil to that which is holy and true by the word of God (Romans 12:2, Eph. 4:22-23). Finally, concerning redemption and salvation the scripture is clear, they come only by the hand of Jesus Christ ( Acts 3:19-22, 1 Cor. 15:24-25). African-Americans, Native Indians, Hispanics, and West Indians will partake of this deliverance when they return to their God as their true identity-the children of Israel, by their savior Christ the Lord ( Acts 5:29-31, Deut. 30:1-3 ). Those who stand with us, from among the nations, in faith, according to the truth of the gospel, are blessed and are fellow citizens with us in New Jerusalem-for there is no partiality with God: he that doeth righteousness is acceptable with him (Acts 10:34-35). The apostle Paul states that, "...therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written the just shall live by faith." (Romans 1:16-17).
The true revolution then is the rebirth of the Israel of God (Gal. 6:15-16) and their departure form Babylon the great and all her sins (Revelation 18:4-5).
Shalam,
May God bless you and keep you till we meet again,
Zarach
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I pray that you are continuing to draw closer to God, increasing in faith, in the midst of spiritually dark places in this world. For it is our Faith/ trust in God through Jesus Christ that will cause us to abide. This trust will allow us to understand the reality around us from a spiritual perspective. Then will we come to the realization that we fight not against flesh and blood (humanity), but against the principalities of the prince of darkness, against powers, the rulers of evil of this world, and against spiritual wickedness in high places ( Eph. 6:12). Finally, we will come to know and appreciate that the weapons of our warfare are not man-made or carnal, but are mighty through God for the intention of destroying strong holds, which hold the minds and souls of our fellow man captive by sin ( 2 Cor. 10:4). Thus, obtaining the victory.
However, our victory will come through our obedience to the word of God. It will not come about by trusting in world leaders, global governments, politicians-neither white, black, specific social classes, or ethnic groups. It will not come even by following an African President. We must look to a higher power: God the Father (Ps. 20:7-9). God commands us to not place our hope in man (Is. 2:22).
H. Rap Brown, speaking on the T.V. show Like it is, in the 1970's , exposed the corruptions and evil in the world both then and now-regardless of the race or social class of our politicians.
The true revolution then is the rebirth of the Israel of God (Gal. 6:15-16) and their departure form Babylon the great and all her sins (Revelation 18:4-5).
Shalam,
May God bless you and keep you till we meet again,
Zarach
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Monday, July 15, 2013
A Prayer for Trayvon Martin
My heart is broken to hear such news
Oh, God , how Long must we wait,
When will you avenge our Blood?
Tears Run-on-Down thru the faces of the mothers of Zion
Today Trayvon, yesterday our Fathers, Brothers, and Others
Tomorrow more sorrows for the Daughters of Jerusalem
How can one chase a thousand, and two put ten thousand to flight,
Unless their God has left them? ( Deut.32:30)
From the top of the Pyramids, I see him
coming in ships on the Great Ocean to conquer this New World
I see him,
In the air, in his Iron birds-so thick, the rays of the sun cannot shine thru;
Dark days ahead
My heart is broken to hear such news
Why must the Wasicu win, Lord?
Till I make the cities a desolation and the inhabitants upon the earth Few...(Isaiah 6:11)
In your patience possess ye your souls (Luke 21:19)
His foot shall slip in due time and the proud look of the arrogant shall cease...(Deut. 32:35, Is. 13:11)
In all their hurt, am I hurt , and I will avenge me of my enemies...( Is. 63:9, Deut.32:41-43)
Thus saith the Lord
Hosea 13:9-10: brothers and sisters, we must face Reality and Return. Yet, If we are to return, then let us return to our True help: The Lord. Come and let us go unto the God of Jacob through the door of the Sheep: Jesus Christ, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords... Amen
Shalam,
May God keep you and bless you, till we meet again
Zarach
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Oh, God , how Long must we wait,
When will you avenge our Blood?
Tears Run-on-Down thru the faces of the mothers of Zion
Today Trayvon, yesterday our Fathers, Brothers, and Others
Tomorrow more sorrows for the Daughters of Jerusalem
How can one chase a thousand, and two put ten thousand to flight,
Unless their God has left them? ( Deut.32:30)
From the top of the Pyramids, I see him
coming in ships on the Great Ocean to conquer this New World
I see him,
In the air, in his Iron birds-so thick, the rays of the sun cannot shine thru;
Dark days ahead
My heart is broken to hear such news
Why must the Wasicu win, Lord?
Till I make the cities a desolation and the inhabitants upon the earth Few...(Isaiah 6:11)
In your patience possess ye your souls (Luke 21:19)
His foot shall slip in due time and the proud look of the arrogant shall cease...(Deut. 32:35, Is. 13:11)
In all their hurt, am I hurt , and I will avenge me of my enemies...( Is. 63:9, Deut.32:41-43)
Thus saith the Lord
Hosea 13:9-10: brothers and sisters, we must face Reality and Return. Yet, If we are to return, then let us return to our True help: The Lord. Come and let us go unto the God of Jacob through the door of the Sheep: Jesus Christ, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords... Amen
Shalam,
May God keep you and bless you, till we meet again
Zarach
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Saturday, May 25, 2013
Let's be Clear
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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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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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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