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  • Carry On

    Pastor John, 

    This morning I was getting ready for work and was listening to Songs of Rest.  One of Darren’s songs, “Carry On” was playing and I had a sadness fill my heart.  I have heard this song many times but never have I heard it like I did this morning.  I started walking around my kitchen with tears in my eyes, repenting.  Repenting for anything I have ever done or may do that might hurt Jesus.  Then I began to pray for his children everywhere.  Left me with a sobering feeling of thankfulness of what Jesus has done for us and hurt for his children that are missing it.  I’ve attached the words below. 

                      Carry On                     

    2006 

    The world’s in confusion, even when they are using my name it’s in vain

    They are all after a false ever after, their all insane

    And there’s nothing at all I can say that will change their mind

    And there’s nothing at all I can do but to leave them behind

    Why do they not want this life that I offer for free, it’s beyond me

    I sit in wonder, I daily ponder these things within me

    Oh, it’s so hard to find anyone who will carry on

    Tell me what is so wrong with me, that they don’t love my son

     

    I seem to be lacking, for some still are packing their things to leave

    Perhaps I can think of a new way that’s simpler for them to serve me

    But in vain I have searched in my heart for a better way

    And again I will have to believe that they don’t want my way

     

    All I am after is the best ever after for you, it’s true

    If you’ll take my hand, I’ll help you understand more of me, you’ll see

    For I’m not quite as bad as it seems, won’t you carry on

    And there’s nothing that’s so wrong with me that you can’t love my son 

    Michelle 

  • Healing

    Pastor John, 

    The past few weeks I’ve been thinking and talking to Jesus about healing, a lot, not only physical healing but spiritual healing. 

    The other day driving into work I was listening to a CD from 2008.  On it Gary was testifying about when he was healed of some sickness.  He said our healing is a benefit!  Wow!  That was so good to really take that in, our healing is a benefit!  You said that a key to that is fellowship and walking in the spirit together. 

    Jesus was not finished!  The next day I was driving into work listening to another CD and you said, “What did God say when the people were trying to build a tower to heaven?  He said there is nothing that they won’t be able to do as long as they’re working together, so he divided them. In Zephaniah, God promised that he would return to them a pure language.  He did this for two reasons, one so that they would serve God with one consent together.  When God’s people get together there’s not gonna be much that they can’t accomplish!  The second thing was to be able to call on the name of the Lord for his help for the things they couldn’t do.”

    That is so good Pastor John!  I have just been letting that soak in!  I’ve had such a peace and comfort that has rested in my soul I can’t even explain.  Then I got home from class last night, pretty tired.  I turned on the meeting to hear Gary sing, “Unstoppable”.  Whewee…that felt so good!  I was dancing all around my kitchen!  When I climbed in bed I had this thought, even tiredness doesn’t stand a chance against the Holy Ghost!  God is good! 

    Michelle

     

  • It’s All about Jesus

    Pastor John, 

    I’ve been thinking a lot about things Jesus has been telling us lately.  When Tracey testified last night, it felt so good! 

    This is what Jesus has been talking to me about for the past few months: 

    I’ve had struggles with those spirits, having thoughts like, “I wish I was like so and so” or “Why can’t I do that like so and so” or “Why is so and so like that”.  I don’t like those feelings and I have sincerely been asking Jesus to help me.  His answers have been so sweet.  First it started with being thankful.  He told me that if I am thankful for what he had done for me and to me, there will be no room for those spirits, my heart would be too full!  When I would feel my thankfulness fade I would ask him to help me and he would!  He would put me in situations to show me just how much he has done for me!  I would feel my thankfulness get stirred again!  Wonderful!  So thankful he hears and answers our prayers!   

    Then He told us, “It’s not about you”.  That was so big, in my little human brain it covered this small space but Jesus has been showing me that statement covers a multitude of things/situations. 

    Last night when I went to bed, Jesus was showing me that when I entertain those spirits and let them in, it is me saying I’m not satisfied with or thankful for who Jesus is making me to be, that I’m telling Jesus that I’m not happy with him.  That made my heart hurt, but it opened my eyes and my heart to how Jesus sees some things.   

    Everything we are, every talent, every testimony, every good moment and bad is Jesus.  And everything he does for us and to us is molding us to be the person he desires us to be; it is a little step closer to home. 

    I am not the same person I was when Jesus brought me here. The old girl is dead…..good riddance!  Praise God!  I’m thankful for my life and my family, both are precious gifts from God.  As I sit here and think about this body that Jesus has put together my heart is filled with thankfulness, for each one!  Together we are a pretty sweet body!   

    Michelle 

     

  • I Heard This from the Lord Today.

    Pastor John,  

    I want to share what I heard from the Lord today, while speaking to Beth: 

    Be careful what you seek to know – information isn’t free.  You don’t get to receive it without it having its effect on your soul.  

    There is a price to pay for whatever you learn (good or bad.)  The bad takes a toll on your soul. 

    You don’t have control over the effect that information has on your soul; you only have control over what it is that you take in.  

    Jerry

  • New Year’s Prayer

    Pastor John, 

    I’ve been lying here talking to Jesus.  It’s sweet to bring in the new year talking with my dearest friend. 

    I began thinking about people making resolutions this time of year and started thinking about what I wanted for this new year. I found myself asking Jesus to help me be satisfied. To be satisfied with what he gives me and satisfied with what he doesn’t. The sweetest and most gentle spirit fell.   

    That means everything to me Pastor John.  Drifting to sleep feeling blessed and loved. 

    Praying y’all have a safe trip home! 

    Michelle 

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    Thank you, Michelle. 

    That’s a good prayer to pray, for Paul said, “Godliness with contentment is great gain.” Godliness and contentment are two qualities we very much should want to be rich in. 

    Pastor John

  • A Husband’s Place

    Pastor John, 

    I had a conversation with Beth tonight, and I heard and felt the Lord in it. As I spoke to her, I heard words of wisdom and instruction that were beyond me.  My words to her taught me as I listened; they weren’t from me. 

    It made me realize that we as husbands have the words of Life for our spouse.  We have the words and the wisdom and the foresight that they need to get home to Jesus in peace.  That is our place, my place.  

    I can’t do for anyone else what I can do for my wife because no one else is in my charge. I can’t impart wisdom and guidance to others as I can do for my wife because she draws that out of me; it is her place to do that.  That is her function. We need each other.  It’s a perfect match.  I’ve seen it time and time again. 

    Jerry

  • “No Good Thing”

    Hi Pastor John, 

    I noticed this word from Paul, that there is “no good thing” in our flesh.  Psalm 16:2 said this: O my soul, you have said to the Lord, “You are my Lord.  My goodness is nothing apart from You.” 

    Apart from the Lord, there is no goodness at all!  

    Leika

  • Recent Messages

    God’s is doing his part by reaching out to this body.  First, when the Spirit was speaking through Tracy and now Brother Gary’s message from the Lord for us.  

    The messages that Jesus has given you lately are priceless; they are encouraging and uplifting.  As the scripture states, there is “no good thing” in our flesh.  Every good and precious thing in us is a gift from God.  I pray I honor and value all of these messages, from whomever God uses.   It’s like Sister Lou, when she was lying in the yard some years ago, so full of the Spirit.  We had to hold her up to walk her back into your house in the basement.  She pointed to a box of toys on a shelf in your house and said that, just as children pick out a toy to play with, God chooses which one of us he wants to take out and use . . . or not use.  It’s not about us; it’s about Him. 

    All I can see is the love of God for us all though these messages.  

    Love always, 

    Billy

     

  • Father and Son

    Hi Pastor John, 
    I was reading Gospel tract, “The Father and Son”.  I have a question regarding to this.

    “All else was created by the Son: the heavens, the earth, humans and heavenly beings, animals and plants – everything, everywhere – was created by the Son. When, in Genesis 1:26, the Father said, “Let us make man in our image,” the “us” in that verse was the Father speaking to His Son, who then created man according to the will of his Father. By his Father’s power and wisdom, the Son created everything – except himself.”  

    Did Jesus created everything except himself? What I understood that God was the creator but the Son was not co-creator. I believe that Jesus is the firstborn of all creation. Kindly help me to understand the excerpt in this tracts?  

    Thank you, 

    Leika

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    Hi, Leika. 

    The son credited the Father with creating all things because all things were created by the Father’s will, wisdom, and power.  “Of myself,” Jesus said, “I can do nothing.” 

    However, with his Father’s wisdom and power, and according to his Father’s will, Jesus can do anything.  And the central revelation of this New Testament is that (1) the Son of God was with the Father from the beginning and (2) the Son was the Father’s agent in creating all things. 

    Colossians 1:16-17 KJV

    [16] For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: [17] And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. 

    John 1:1-3 KJV

    [1] In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. [2] The same was in the beginning with God. [3] All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. 

    So, the Son created all things except, of course, himself.  He created all things at the Father’s command, and he gives all glory and credit for creation to the Father.  At the same time, the Father points us to His Son, whom He has made the head of all things.  And He demands that we bow before His Son.  Otherwise, we will spend eternity in the horrible place of torment called the Lake of Fire. 

    I hope this makes clearer what you have read in our gospel tract on the Father and the Son. 

    Thank you for the question. 

    Pastor John

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    Pastor John,

    It is clearer now.  Now, when someone will ask me about the Father and the Son when I give them the tracts, I can give clear answer to them. 

    He kept all hidden for “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter,”  but “He has revealed it to babes.”  Paul said, “to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, even of the Father and Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” and the Book of Psalms shows that “IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SON!” 

    Thank you,

    Leika

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    The Son is everything to the Father and to us.  He is the Mediator between God and man.

    Pastor John

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    I believe in that, Pastor John.  The Father sent His Son so that the Holy Spirit (His divine nature) will be available to us.  I believe that the disciple and prophets were ignorant before the Father sent His Spirit on the day of Pentecost. Indeed!  “The Father so love the world that He gave His only beloved Son.” 

    Thank you,

    Leika

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    Hi Leika.

    Jesus has given you a good understanding.

    Pastor John

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    The Old Covenant which are the laws, were written in the stone (Old Testament). The new Covenant which the laws are written in our hearts (New Testament).

    “The holy Spirit also bears witness to us, for after having said, “This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, says the Lord: I will put my laws in their hearts, and on their minds will I write them” (Hebrews 10:16), and “This is an everlasting covenant”, as what said in Jeremiah 32:40-41:

    “And I will make an everlasting covenant with them, that I will not turn away from them and cease to do them good, and I will put my fear in their heart so that they do not turn away from me. And I will rejoice over them, to do them good, and in faithfulness will I plant them in this land with all my heart and with all my soul.” 

    This is the new thing in the book of Isaiah: “Behold, I will do a new thing! It is about to spring up! Will you not understand it?  I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.”

    I love studying the Scripture, Jesus gives understanding indeed!

    Thank you,

    Leika

     

     

     

     

  • When and Why Did God Give Satan Rule over Earth?

    Hi, Pastor John. 

    In reading December 9th’s excerpt from the Father and Son book, these questions came to mind:

    Question #1:

    When did God give Satan the Earth to rule?”

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    We are not told, but I assume it was after Adam ate the forbidden fruit, thus trusting and submitting himself to Satan and his word instead of trusting and obeying God’s.

    On the other hand, even before Adam sinned, God could have entrusted care of the earth to Satan as a good thing.  There is no reason why God could not have done that, as part of His organization of His creation. 

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    Question #2:

    The question of why God gave Satan rule over Earth also came up for me.  Was God tired of human sin? 

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    Whenever God did that, it was for the good of people, especially those who belong to Him.  Sinners who follow Satan’s lead behave better than do sinners who will not submit to any authority.  Satan loves order, and those who are like him love it, too. 

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    Question #3:

    Why didn’t God just give Satan another creation of his to rule? 

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    …and just leave us in peace?  That is how people think of Satan, but it is not how things really are.  The human race would probably be even worse off than it is now if Satan wasn’t around, trying to keep people is some kind of decent order. 

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    Question #4:

    Did Jesus send back the Holy Spirit as a compromise to his Father’s curse of Earth through sending Satan to rule?

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    No, he send back the Spirit to save us from our sin, just because he loves us.  Satan wishes he was important enough to be the reason God sent us his Spirit. 

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    Wow, that single excerpt from the Father and Son book brought up a lot of questions for me 🙂 

    Lots of love, 

    Allison 

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    I think it is wonderful that you are thinking on spiritual things.  Jesus has answers for us if we just ask, as you have done.  And his answers will set us free from the diseased thoughts of Christian superstition.  I am so thankful for that! 

    Lots of love back to you and Brad! 

    Pastor John

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