REJOICE WITH JOY UNSPEAKABLE

<sup>1 Peter 1:5-11 (KJV)

5</sup> Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
⁶ Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations:
⁷ That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:
⁸ Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory:
⁹ Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.
¹⁰ Of which salvation the prophets have enquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you:
¹¹ Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow.

TALKING PEACE; MAKING WAR

The UN is meeting under a banner that reads "Leader's Summit on Peacekeeping."  The pope spoke of peace and love and harmony during his visit to the States.  If we didn't know better we might be lead to believe that things are going to be alright in our world; that nations like Russia, China, the US and others are gathering around Syria to make sure war and destruction won't happen.  Yes, surely if the leaders are gathering to discuss peace, all those soldiers will shake hands at the end of the day and return home without a single shot being fired.  

Enough of the sarcasm and wishful thinking.

The pope appeared on a stage surrounded by pyramids and a colorful image of baphomet and on another stage with a life-sized crucified Christ, while NEVER mentioning His name - not once that I am aware of.  I couldn't help but think of the abomination of desolation standing in the temple as he seemingly replaced the true Savior, watching all the world wander after the beast by revering a mortal man as if he was a living god uniting and healing the world.  How lost we are and we still do not know what we do. 

Many were watching and waiting for a big bang in September.  Whether it was an economic crash or a devastating earthquake or another false flag, that big bang did not happen.  I propose there is something much more sinister taking place and the world is being primed for their satanic new world order of one religion and possibly for the emergence of the Son of Perdition, and while everyone is breathing a sigh of relief, war is being planned while they speak of peace.  It is more subtle and while a big bang did not happen, it is still happening and prophecy is being fulfilled.

We need to take heed that no one deceives us and hold tight to His word that is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path, with all glory and thanksgiving and praise to the Father through the amazing Son, Jesus Christ, the one and only true and mighty Savior of the World.

ARE WE READY?

I read from numerous sources that September is going to be a time of change or a turning point with a major event happening.  Some believe the antichrist will be revealed; some are saying the economy will crash that will usher in their new world order and some are saying there will be a time of Jubilee with the beginning/end of the Shemitah year.  

Whatever lies ahead, I know God does not give us a spirit of fear.  He tells us that it will be a time like no other and many hearts will fail for seeing what comes upon the earth.  There will be a major shaking and of this we can be certain it will be rough. His wrath is reserved for the wicked and He knows exactly who they are. 

Many are still asleep spiritually and will not be prepared.  We will have a lot of work to do and all glory to God to be a part of it.  I seen a Chaplain named Lindsay Williams is calling for churches to abandon their non-profit status and start speaking truth.  I thought what a nice idea, but I do not see that happening since  most pastors are too steeped in traditions and teachings of man to speak truth. I believe churches that take part in pagan celebrations like christmas and easter have no truth in them, and it is hard to find one that speaks truth according to His word and not just give lip service.  Maybe that is why Jesus says He doesn't dwell in buildings made by man's hands because He isn't welcome there.  His people know we are His true church.  I have spoken to pastors from various denominations and they have all said the same thing which is they are taught to stay away from prophecy because it is too open for speculation and interpretation.  Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.  His people hear His voice because He has given us ears to hear. All praise to God.

In an unprecedented move, the pope will address the Congress of the United States in September.  I know many people revere this pope who seems to be tickling the ears of many people and bringing in refreshing change, but he seems to be more of a false prophet if he has truly said the things I have read he has said such as there is no hell because it is a contradiction of a loving God, and you do not have to believe in Jesus to go to heaven as it is only a good heart that is required.  Can you have a truly good heart without Jesus? 

If there is a change upon us, we can rest assured that our Lord will be there to guide us just as He guided the ancient Israelites out of the grasp of Pharoah.  No worries; only prayers.  We serve a mighty God and hopefully soon all the world will see how mighty He really is.

WHEREIN DWELLETH RIGHTEOUSNESS

2 Peter 3:13  Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

Living in a world that is so heavily laden with sin and corruption, makes it a little difficult to imagine what it would be like to live in a world without it and to live where righteousness dwelleth.

To live in a world where there is no sin is not very appealing to many people.  I often hear people joke about preferring to go to hell with the sinners because their idea of heaven is too peaceful and boring.  I say they should be careful what they wish for, and if they knew the Savior of the world, heaven could not possibly be boring in any way.  The joy of the Lord is unknown to them.  The peace which only He can instill escapes them nor do they know the warmth and comfort and strength and peace of true love.  

For when one experiences the joy of His love, there is nothing else to be desired more than this.  It is life sustaining more than physical nourishment for we do not live by bread alone.  We can exist on bread alone, but we are only truly alive by the nourishment that comes from His living word and knowing Jesus.

I patiently and longingly wait for His kingdom on earth with new heavens.  To worship Him all the day long will be Heaven on earth, and well worth the wait.