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Cancellation - Keith Johnson.

2012-02-07T21:57:00.001-06:00

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Keith Johnson will not be able be with us on February 18. We will let y'all know when we can rebook him to talk about his study on A Prayer To Our Father. Thanks!

Jordan in the Muslim Brotherhood's Sights

2012-01-31T11:28:00.003-06:00

As I blogged before, the only country that is "neutral" toward Israel (not in the orbit of the Muslim Brotherhood) is Jordan. I believe that if Jordan were to fall under MB rule, the stage would be set for a Psalm 83 war - a pan Arab war from all the countries surrounding Israel resulting in a massive win for the Jews.

Check this out:

http://www.wnd.com/2012/01/muslim-brotherhood-plots-rise-of-islam-at-secret-meeting/

(excerpt) "The Meshaal-Abdullah meeting is being widely seen as a sign of the region’s major shift of power toward the Muslim Brotherhood, the parent organization of Hamas. The Hamas visit also reportedly gave a boost to Jordanian Islamists, who make up the country’s main opposition and have been at the forefront of street protests demanding sweeping political reforms that would likely result in the group’s rise to power in Jordan."

Keep your eyes on Jordan and Syria!

This is REALLY going to ramp up trouble in Syria!

2012-01-30T12:15:00.001-06:00

http://www.jpost.com/MiddleEast/Article.aspx?id=255683&R=R3

President Assad's family attempted to escape Syria Sunday evening as the rebels were fighting Assad's forces in the suburbs of Damascus. I believe this is going to outrage Assad and prompt his to get even more vicious toward his people.

"According to the report, security forces tried to aid the president's wife Asma Assad, to escape via Damascus, along with his children, mother and cousin. The sources told Al-Masry-Al-Youm that "a convoy of official vehicles was seen heading to the airport in Damascus," before they were intercepted by brigades of army defectors. According to the source, there was a heavy exchange of fire between the security forces and the Free Syrian Army forces; the family were prevented from escaping and returned to the presidential palace."

Keep one eye on Syria and one on Iran!

Excellent article about the Strait of Hormuz flashpoint!

2012-01-25T11:32:00.001-06:00

http://lamarzulli.wordpress.com/2012/01/25/wwiii-strait-of-hormuz-the-flash-point/

(excerpt) "This article is a good overview of what is shaping up in the Strait of Hormuz. I Blogged about this scenario months ago and now it is manifesting and on the world scene. The Iranians know that closing Hormuz is the one offensive posture they can take that will do the most harm to the west. Choke off the oil and the already fragile global economy goes into a tail spin, with oil prices perhaps going over $200 a barrel. So here’s my alaysis (sic)…"

Keith Johnson to speak on February 18, 10:30am!

2012-01-23T08:22:00.001-06:00

Keith Johnson to speak at Issachar Community!

"The Hebrew Roots of the Lord's Prayer"

Saturday, February 18, 10:30am

Issachar Community meets at the River of Life Church building

4294 Hodgson Road, Shoreview, MN 55126

Keith's bio:

Keith Johnson earned his Masters of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Illinois and spent more than two decades in full-time ministry. He is the former chaplain for the Minnesota Vikings and he served the international community of athletes at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. Keith is the founder of Biblical Foundations Academy and is author of His Hallowed Name Revealed Again and co-author of A Prayer to Our Father: Hebrew Origins of the Lord's Prayer. Keith, his wife Andrea and their sons, Taylor, Kyle and Andrew live in Charlotte, North Carolina.

For more information about Keith's books and ministry please visit www.hishallowedname.com

Could Europe's Economic Troubles Be Part Of This?

2012-01-18T10:50:00.001-06:00

Want to stir up trouble with the Lord? Want to position yourself for a self-inflicted smack-down by the Divine Hand? Then pick on Israel.

Our Lord is VERY clear that anyone who blesses Israel will be blessed and anyone who curses Israel will be cursed. This biblical boomerang affect comes from the Abrahamic covenant promise in Genesis 12:1-3. History is filled with examples of how those nations who came against Israel experienced national turmoil. Even if those nations (Babylon) were God's designated judgments on a wayward Israel, they STILL had to stay within boundaries or find themselves judged by Israel's Judge in return.

All that being said, Europe is in a sad economic state. They are on the edge of a financial precipice with defaults on the horizon for at least 5 countries and the total collapse of the Euro. In the midst of that, there are these headlines today:

EU Delegates: Palestine Liberation Organization should return to Jerusalem.
http://www.haaretz.com/news/diplomacy-defense/eu-delegates-palestine-liberation-organization-should-return-to-jerusalem-1.407864
Let me get this straight - The EU delegates want Israel to throw open its doors to the historically and unrepentantly violent PA so that the PA can accuse Israeli settlers of being violent so the PA can claim more of Israel's land. Do the EU delegates realize exactly WHO they're poking in the eye with this? Do they really want Israel's God to hammer them? Given the Torah's "measure for measure" punishment principle, will the Lord allow more and more violent people to rise up within Europe to commit violent acts against them? Will He divide Europe and hand their capitols over to their enemies?

European envoys: Blacklist Israeli settlers - EU envoys draft harsh report aimed at pressuring Israel to change West Bank policy, call for blacklisting violent settlers, dividing Jerusalem.
http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4177101,00.html
(excerpt) "The recommendations include the preparation of a "blacklist" of settlers considered violent, in order to later mull the option of banning them from entering the European Union. The document also seeks to encourage more PLO activity and representation in east Jerusalem." WOW! There's a threat! Israel should cower because they won't be allowed into the European Union, the defunct, corrupt, ungodly, humanistic, failure of a system that's about to go belly up. And why would Israel want to jump on the Titanic as it sinks?

'Time running out for two-state solution' - British Premier Cameron warns Road Map may not prove sustainable if negotiations deadlock continues; his deputy says Israel's West Bank policies constitute 'deliberate vandalism' of Palestinian land.

http://www.ynetnews.com/Ext/Comp/ArticleLayout/CdaArticlePrintPreview/1,2506,L-4176412,00.html

(excert) "Earlier, Britain's deputy prime minister accused Israel Monday of carrying out "deliberate vandalism" by continuing to build settlements on land the Palestinians hope will form part of a future state. In an escalation of Britain's previous condemnations of Israeli construction, Nick Clegg warned that continued settlement building was jeopardizing prospects for a peace deal" Ya know, Britain DID have an empire before it started opposing Israel in the mid-1900's. Now the sun seems to be setting on Britain. Do they really want to continue opposing God?

French parliament report accuses Israel of water 'apartheid' in West Bank.
http://www.haaretz.com/print-edition/news/french-parliament-report-accuses-israel-of-water-apartheid-in-west-bank-1.407685
(excerpt) "The Israeli Embassy in Paris had no foreknowledge of the report and thus did not refute it or work to moderate it. Foreign Ministry officials called the incident "a serious diplomatic mishap."" Nations using anything they can to pressure Israel. France just had its credit rating downgraded. Is the downgrade and report release just a coincidence? Perhaps. Does anyone want to bet on it?

Read the book Eye To Eye by Bill Koenig and God's Final Warning by John McTernan. Both books CLEARLY spell out correlations between the United States acting against God regarding Israel and subsequent natural and economic disasters hitting our nation.

We need to encourage our leaders here in the US to continue supporting Israel through prayer and diplomacy. Israel doesn't do all things right, but they still have a covenant God who will deal with them. It's not our job. We need to make sure we're not positioning ourselves for a covenant spanking by opposing Israel's God when we put pressure on Israel itself.

Jodan - A Muslim Brotherhood Takeover Coming?

2012-01-08T09:47:00.003-06:00

A Hamas official slams Jordan's King Abdullah for hosting the talks between Israeli and PA envoys this week.
http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/151483#.Twm6C4GwX0Q

Really? This is a BIG surprise!

2012-01-04T16:42:00.000-06:00

The Islamist Winter: New Report Suggests Extremist Views Winning in Libya

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2012/01/04/islamist-winter-new-report-suggests-extremist-views-winning-in-libya/

There comes a point when "I told you so" just gets redundant. Keep your eye on Syria and Jordan.

Also: Assad (of Syria) will be toppled within weeks. We shall see. http://www.bibleprophecyblog.com/2012/01/barak-assad-will-be-toppled-within.html

And the Middle East rolls toward Psalm 83

2012-01-03T11:48:00.000-06:00

Here is an interesting story of the day:
(excerpt) "Contradicting previously expressed views on the Israel-Egypt peace treaty, Rashad Bayumi, Muslim Brotherhood's second-in-command, tells London-based Al-Hayat, "No Muslim Brotherhood members will engage in any contact or normalization with Israel.""

(and more) ""A kind of atmosphere has arisen here in which anyone whom the people choose to lead Egypt must recognize the existence of Israel - but the Muslim Brotherhood will never recognize a hostile entity, whatever the terms of Egyptian rule may be," Bayumi told Al-Hayat, adding that "No Muslim Brotherhood members will engage in any contact or normalization with Israel.""

http://www.israelhayom.com/site/newsletter_article.php?id=2464

This is very important to keep in mind since many of the countries around Israel are either falling into the hands of, or leaning toward, the Muslim Brotherhood. The only countries remaining are Syria, long known to be Israel's most strident enemy, and Jordan. However, Syria is continuing to slide into civil war and the eventual winners there will likely be Muslim Brotherhood members or sympathizers. Jordan has a Palestinian majority which could be inflamed to topple the Hashemite king, Abdullah. If those two things happen, Israel will be staring Psalm 83 in the face and the Arab attackers will be staring Israel's God in the face.

What will 2012 bring?

The funniest line I've heard so far this year is "I know the world won't end in 2012 because Marty McFly traveled to 2015." (For the clueless, Marty McFly is the lead character in the fun movie Back to the Future.)

A Good Read - The Gathering Storm

2011-12-12T12:08:00.002-06:00

L. A. Marzulli is a born-again Christian with a heart for Israel and a love for science. He often brings together the Bible and science to make interesting point. His book, "The Cosmic Chessmatch" sounds like it could be very good after hearing him talk about it during many recent interviews. But the point of this quick post is to guide you to his blog. Check out the lead article, "The Gathering Storm." Syria is pushing the limit. Click here

A Little Break From The War News

2011-12-07T08:47:00.001-06:00

This is just another type of war - the war for maintaining the Lord's moral guidelines. Here are two articles today that are mind-blowing!

The first is about the same-sex marriage debate. It says it all. Same-sex marriage is pure fiction (and the author backs it up with irrefutable logic). Just because people call fiction, fact, doesn't make it so. At one point, everyone thought the earth was flat. Enjoy the article!

The Grand Pantomime: There Is No Such Thing as Same-Sex Marriage

Some people have confronted me with the following question: "What is the harm in same-sex marriage?" Simple. It's the harm that's perpetrated by opening the door to sexual practices that societies around the world universally recognize as morally wrong and socially destructive.

Then the whole gay marriage debate broke open, the fear was that it would open the door legally (which doesn't guarantee that something is right) to other groups pushing for legal status. Since that time the ploygamy and polyamory and pedophilia crowd have surged forward for acceptance and recognition. Did you hear about this?

"The Family Research Council and CNS News both reported a 93-to-7 U.S. Senate vote to approve a defense authorization bill that, quote, 'includes a provision which not only repeals the military law on sodomy, but also repeals the military ban on sex with animals, or bestiality.'

In order to correct the military code to allow sodomy, they had to strike down the provision prohibiting bestiality (sex with animals). What's revealing is that they could have easily rewritten that section of the code to allow for sodomy and restrict bestiality, but they didn't bother. Either this is just sloppy or someone has an agenda.

Finally, the current Administration has tied foreign aid to how a recipient country accepts homosexuality. No acceptance or embracing of homosexuality, little or no aid.

I would not be surprised if the Lord takes us down. Not only are we the leading producer of porn on the planet, our Administration has become the champion for perversion around the world. May the Lord deal with the moral reprobates in our government and remove them from all power!

Just sayin'.

Two news stories and a pair of prophecies.

2011-12-01T12:33:00.001-06:00

News headlines that "popped" out at me today:

From The Gulf Today: 'Fourth War' in the Making
A brief article about Israel gearing up for war against it's threatening neighbors.

Analysis/Brian Stewart: The Powder Keg that is Syria
This is a great article that gives insight into the dynamics within Syria.

An interesting pair of prophecies
When you read these, PLEASE be smart and discerning. I'm not giving these my unqualified endorsement, especially since I'm a post-Trib Rapture guy. BUT, there is the ring of spiritual truth in this. I especially believe that the Lord brings judgment measure for measure when it comes to nations coming against Israel. (see Sklar prophecy.) Remember, it's a word from God if it comes to pass. If it doesn't come to pass, it's not. Until then let's hold these things lightly and give them prayerful consideration.

Important Headlines - Monday, 11/28/11

2011-11-28T11:51:00.001-06:00

What does this all say to you? These articles are MUST reads!

Reporter's Notebook: Eyewitnesses claim 'unusual' movement of Israeli missiles
Seeing that Syria has passed the Arab League's deadline for sanctions, many Arab nations are preparing defenses against a possible Syrian retaliation. Turkey and Iran are rattling sabres against each other. Russia and the US have naval ships parked off Syria's coast opposing each other. any wonder why Israel is moving missiles?

NATO-Gulf military officers in Turkey prepare for intervention in Syria

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood holds anti-Semetic rally, draws thousands at Cairo’s top mosque vowing to ‘one day kill all the Jews’

Just watch - every nation that falls to the Muslim Brotherhood will call for the same. No one should wonder why the nations listed in Psalm 83 attack Israel:

Edom, descendents of Esau (Jacob’s son) – southernJordan and Edom = Idumeans = modern Palestinian Arabs (Gaza, West Bank,Refugees): Palestinians/Jordanians

Ishmaelites, descendents of Ishmael (Abraham’s son)– northern Arabia: Saudi Arabia

Moab, descendents of Moab (Lot’s son) –Jordan: Palestinians/Jordanians

Hagrites, east of the Jordan river – Jordan: Palestinians/Jordan

Byblos – also “Gebal”, north of Tyre and Sidonin Lebanon: Lebanese/Hezbollah

Ammon, descendents of Ammon (Lot’s son) –Jordan: Palestinians/Jordanians

Amalek, descendents of Amalek (Esau’sgrandson) – S. Israel/Sinai: Palestinians/Egypt

Philistia, Palestinians,Hamas/(Al-Qaida?)

People of Tyre (Lebanon area): Hezbollah

Assyria has joined them to reinforce Lot’sdescendants: Syria

The only groups on this list that aren't currently Muslim Brotherhood-leaning or controlled nations are Jordan, Syria. Saudi Arabia are controlled by kings, but the Muslim Brotherhood is a major influence.

Report: Explosion rocks Iran city of Isfahan, home to key nuclear facility: Semi-official Fars news agency says blast heard distinctly in several parts of the western Iran city; a uranium conversion plant near Isfahan went online in 2004.

Some may ask why I'm spending so much blog space to the possible run-up to a war in the Middle-East. Simple. The events in the Middle East are possible fulfillment of Biblical prophecy and we need to be aware of the times and seasons. It AMAZES me how few people know ANYTHING about what's lining up around Israel. I mention what's transpiring and get met with blank stares. No wonder Messiah's coming will take so many people by surprise! They're too focused on their immediate lives (we should be focusing on our personal walk and family responsibilities) to care about the world around them.

Okay, for something else to watch look to Europe. The banking system is ready to collapse. So what, many US citizens would say. What's that to do with us? EVERYTHING! When Greece and Italy default on their debts, the loss to the Euro and the European banks will be a financial earthquake. By the way, the US also holds some of the debts of these countries. They go down, it WILL affect our banks. We'll likely see major TBTF (too big to fail) banks collapse overnight or in one day. People will lose money, retirements, homes, and support. It is definitely time to prepare.

If there's war in the Middle East, gas prices will likely skyrocket. Higher gas prices and a financial collapse of the Euro will change life as we know it...UNLESS our lives are centered on the Lord. Then the only thing that will change are the circumstances of our lives, not the foundation for the Lord never changes! He is our strong tower and He will lead us and guide us in the way we should go. Our lives may have to adapt radically. So be it. Let's prepare to help one another. Let's learn to be more independent and inter-dependent within the Body of Messiah so we're even more able to help the world around us. They'll be looking for answers.

War Watch continued...

2011-11-25T11:56:00.001-06:00

Here are three articles that are quite interesting!

Arab League Give Syria 24 Hours To Avoid Sanctions
"One diplomat said this clause was not intended to provide the basis for foreign intervention, which Arabs have rejected." Perhaps this is to make room for Turkey to step in rather than other NATO countries, keeping it in the family so to speak? Don't get me wrong. I want to see Assad gone, just not at the expense of a revived Ottoman Empire or a full-fledged war in the Middle East.

Syria Slams Arab League Sanctions Threat as Ultimatum Looms

Turkey Says Ready to Act with Arab League to Stop Syria Violence
"Israeli security forces officials said Wednesday that they believe Turkey is nearing a military intervention in Syria, in order to create a secure buffer zone for opposition activists." Stay tuned, sports fans!

Reports Say Russian Ships In Syrian Waters Delivered Advanced Anti-Aircraft Missile System With Technicians
And Russia jumps in with their super-duper S-300 missile defense system. This is nothing to sneeze at.

Middle East news - Wednesday 11/22/11

2011-11-23T09:59:00.001-06:00

Syria has reached "point of no return," Gul says in London.

(excerpt) Turkish President Abdullah Gül accused Syria’s government on Wednesday of using oppression and violence against its people, saying the situation there had reached a “point of no return.”

“We exerted enormous efforts in public and behind closed doors in order to convince the Syrian leadership to lead the democratic transition,” Gül said in a speech hosted by Wilton Park, a British foreign policy think tank. “Despite all this the Baath regime continues to use oppression and violence on its own people. Violence breeds violence. Now, unfortunately, Syria has come to a point of no return,” he said. Okay, a couple of things. 1. Turkey is again pushing Syria to the wall and allowing them no room to move. "Well, we just had to move in." Don't get me wrong. I despise the Syrian dictator for his murderous reign. Both Bashir and his father are/were snakes in the region and Syria may very well lead the region into armed conflict endangering innocent lives, especially Israel. Syria DOES need to change their leadership, but Turkey sees it as an opportunity to grow in influence in the region. 2. By returning to my blog, you must be interested in Middle East/Bible/Prophecy developments like me. SO...you must know these two guys - Turkish President Abdullah Gül and Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Keep a close eye on them. Remember that Turkey is Sunni Muslim and follow a radical version of Islam that seeks the spread of Islam all over the world. 3. Turkey is buddy-ing up to the Arab League. I see Turkey positioning itself as the leader of the Arab League. More to come...just read the Bible. (update!) Arab states, Turkey plan 'No-Fly Zone' over Syria And...how exactly did the attack on Iraq and Lybia begin? Oh yeah, with an imposed no-fly zone. Keep watching folks.

Syria first, then Jordan? (plus news updates)

2011-11-22T10:15:00.001-06:00

The Next Islamic Domino in Middle East?
As I've said earlier, it's important to watch Syria first, then Jordan. Jordan is about 70-75% Palestinian Arab and with the right influence, the Sunni Muslim Brotherhood could begin to tip Jordan. I personally believe that King Abdullah will be forced to capitulate to MB leadership or flee from his kingdom.

Russian Warships Off Syria, US Carriers Near Iran

"Big power gunboat diplomacy is in full spate in the Mediterranean and Persian Gulf. Washington is underscoring its military option against Iran's nuclear program, while Russia is demonstrating its resolve to prevent NATO attacking Syria after Libya and defending Bashar Assad's regime. Monday, Nov. 21...,"

(more) "In Syria itself, three buses carrying Turkish pilgrims home from Mecca were accosted by a Syrian checkpoint at Cizre near Homs. The passengers were ordered to disembark for their papers to be inspected. The Syrian soldiers then started shooting at them, injuring a passenger and one of the drivers.

This incident will not be treated lightly by the Erdogan government.

Until now, despite vocal threats, Ankara has not intervened directly in the nine-month Syrian uprising aside from arming and training rebels."

Why the Middle East is a Mess - a primer

2011-11-21T15:11:00.001-06:00

This excellent article in FrontPage Magazine (online link is at the bottom of this post) is an excellent assessment of what is setting up in the Middle East. Once you see all the battle lines being drawn between countries and people groups in the light of the Bible, you can see how future events are teetering on a razor's edge in the Middle East.

Sunni (80-90% of Muslims, believe Mohammed's true successor was his uncle by marriage) vs. Shia (5-20% of Muslims, believe Mohammed's true successor was his cousin and son-in-law, Ali). Source and additional information - https://secure.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/wiki/Shi%27a%E2%80%93Sunni_relations. Shiite Iran vs. Sunni Saudi Arabia. Now add into the mix Sunni-Muslim Turkey standing with Saudi Arabia against Iran. Turkey also supports the Sunni dominated Muslim Brotherhood. Hamas is the Palestinian branch of the Muslim Brotherhood. Egypt is rapidly falling into the MB camp. Iraq used to be Sunni dominated but is rapidly falling to the Iran-supported Shiite side. Lebanon's Hezbolluh is Shiite.

Arab Spring - has brought Islam to the dominate power in the Middle East. However, this is propelled by the Sunni Muslim Brotherhood amd they stand against Christians, Jews, and the "errant" Shiites.

Arab vs. non-Arab - Turkey and Iran. Now add in all the other subdivisions (Copts in Egypt, Kurds, etc.) and you can see what a mess and flashpoint the Middle East is right now.

I like what the article says - "Contrary to the reportage written and distributed by Western media sources, conflict in the Middle East is less about territory and almost entirely about religion." Also - "The current uprising in Syria is a perfect example of the Sunni-Shiite divide and the Iranian-Saudi rivalry, as well as Turkish (Sunni)-Iranian (Shiite) rivalry over Islamic championship. Iran is allied with the Syrian Alawi-led regime of Bashar Assad, and the Alawis are an off-shoot of Shiite-Islam. The Alawis are despised by the Sunni majority which is supported by the overwhelmingly Sunni Arab League and Saudi Arabia, as well as non-Arab Sunni Turkey." (underline mine)

Now with all this competition and urge to conquer and dominte the rival group, add in the power of a nuclear-equipped Iran! Suddenly the game changes. No wonder the Sunni-leaning nations (Turkey and Saudi Arabia, et al) want the U.S. to defang Iran.

People focus on Israel as if that nation is the source of the world's problems in the ME. However, you just need to look past the veneer and blaming to the true source - Ishmael's boys can't get along, especially when prodded by their god, allah (Lucifer), in his attempt to beat the true God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

The Bible is right. Ishmael's descendants - "¹¹ The angel of the LORD also said to her (Hagar, mother of Ishmael): “You are now pregnant
and you will give birth to a son.
You shall name him Ishmael,
for the LORD has heard of your misery.
¹² He will be a wild donkey of a man;
his hand will be against everyone
and everyone’s hand against him,
and he will live in hostility
toward all his brothers.”" (Genesis 16:11-12)

http://frontpagemag.com/2011/11/21/religious-intolerance-the-real-middle-east/print/

So now you know.

2011-11-21T09:22:00.001-06:00

God takes covenants very seriously. Here is one you might not know about.

In the name of God, Amen. We whose names are under-written, the loyal subjects of our dread sovereign Lord, King James, by the grace of God, of Great Britain, France, and Ireland King, Defender of the Faith, etc.

Having undertaken, for the glory of God, and advancement of the Christian faith, and honor of our King and Country, a voyage to plant the first colony in the northern parts of Virginia, do by these presents solemnly and mutually, in the presence of God, and one of another, covenant and combine our selves together into a civil body politic, for our better ordering and preservation and furtherance of the ends aforesaid; and by virtue hereof to enact, constitute, and frame such just and equal laws, ordinances, acts, constitutions and offices, from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general good of the Colony, unto which we promise all due submission and obedience. In witness whereof we have hereunder subscribed our names at Cape Cod, the eleventh of November [New Style, November 21], in the year of the reign of our sovereign lord, King James, of England, France, and Ireland, the eighteenth, and of Scotland the fifty-fourth. Anno Dom. 1620.

What really hits me about this every time I read this is that these colonizers embarked on their voyage to the New World for God's Glory, to spread Christianity, and for the honor of King and Country. Since King Jimmy is dead and we have canceled our covenant with Britain, that leaves "for God's Glory" and "Advancement of the Gospel." They all agreed (compact/covenant) to live together in a just and right way so that their purpose of sailing forth would be fulfilled. Unless I'm wrong, this covenant is still in force.

We are a nation that has failed in many ways and succeeded in fulfilling this covenant in many ways. We are a double-minded nation that walks under the Lord's blessings and yet does the most egregious sins, i.e. shed innocent blood (53+ million abortions), immorality (largest porn producing nation in the world, major contributor to cultural degradation), and idolatry (willing to embrace all religions as the same in the name of tolerance, except Christianity...and soon to see a rise in Antisemitism).

What the Lord births in holiness, it doesn't take long for our nation to twist it into something unholy. How long before the Lord deals with us for our double-mindedness? My regular prayer has been, "O Lord, just give us one more chance to be the nation You intended us to be!"

Let's give thanks this week and add this prayer to our Thanksgiving table. "Just one more chance, no matter what the cost, Lord!"

An Excuse for War?

2011-11-21T08:57:00.001-06:00

Government Says Turks Came Under Attack In Syria

Is Turkey going to us this as an excuse to ramp up an attack on Syria? During the last week, Turkish-backed Syrian opposition has been very bold in their strikes against President Assad's regime. I'm watching to see when the main thrust against Assad switches to Syria opposition, NATO, and Turkey. Didn't Hitler in Nazi Germany and other regimes use False Flag operations to "gin up" domestic and international support for aggressions. Again, keep an eye on this.

Report: Russian Warships To Enter Syrian Waters In Bid To Stem Foreign Intervention

Here is an interesting development. Russia is supporting both Iran (nuclear development, opposing sanctions) and Syria (military cooperation). The West, NATO, U.N. support the rising Muslim Brotherhood regimes in the Middle East. For now this latter group supports Israel, but what will happen when these two main powers Russia/Syrian/Iranian axis and US/NATO/UN axis turn against Israel? If there is a world-war in the Middle East through proxies (Ps. 83) will it be followed by the primary players (God-Magog = Turkey-led NATO forces against the Russian/Iranian axis) and then China comes across to pick up the spoils? Stay tuned.

Excellent Article on the New Anti-Semitism

2011-11-18T11:34:00.001-06:00

Christian leaders' heresy about Israel
(Click on the title to get to the article)

Excerpts:

"Now is the time for all Christians who stand on the authenticity of the Word of God to condemn false teachers who are leading millions of Christians astray with their false doctrines and anti-Semitic views.

Today I read an article in the Jerusalem Post advocating that Jesus wasn't Jewish and was more likely a Palestinian! Every Christian friend of Israel is the target of these non-biblical Christian leaders who want us to give the enemy the ultimate victory by denying that our Messiah was a Jew. Because if Jesus is a "Palestinian" the Israel and Jews cannot stand on the Covenant that God made with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (Israel). This growing trend among Christians, especially Christian leaders, is both shocking and outrageous.

Even more appalling are the leaders behind this movement – organizations like the World Council of Churches and Lynne Hybels, wife of Pastor Bill Hybels of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago, Ill."

Finally:

"So how do we know who the false prophets are? Anyone who would teach against the Covenant God made with Israel, which was called to uphold His commandants and to be a light to the Gentiles. And the last time I checked, the land is part of that Covenant God said was "irrevocable"! God did not say he would give it to the terrorists whose ancestors He told Joshua to wipe out because of their wickedness! What do these leaders not understand about that?"

Please read the whole article.

More Middle East News

2011-11-16T13:11:00.001-06:00

Hizbullah on Alert, Preparing for War - Hizbullah has canceled leaves and is preparing for war, according to the Kuwaiti newspaper As-Seyassah.

(excerpt) "Although similar alerts occur often, sources told that the new preparations follow a televised speech, via a video link, by Hizbullah leader Hassan Nasrallah on Friday. He warned that a war against Iran and Syria would spread to the entire Middle East, but he added that an Israeli attack on Lebanon is unlikely in the near future."

Syrian Army Deserters Strike First Big Security Facility At Heart of Assad Regime.

(excerpt) "The Arab League, under the leadership of Egypt's Supreme Military Council in conjunction with Saudi Arabia, is planning to submit a motion to the UN Security Council on the Syrian crisis that would open the door to outside military intervention in the Syrian crisis. If the motion is defeated by Russia or China, the Arab League will act on its own as the paramount Arab authority in the region."

(excerpt) "Turkey is leading the way for a pan-Arab offensive by reiterating its threat to invade Syria and establish a military buffer zone as a haven for Syrian rebels and refugees - unless the massacre of civilians stops. The Syrian opposition would then have its first territorial base inside the country under Turkish protection."

This is really interesting in that Turkey seems to be maneuvering for a foothold before the battle starts.

News I've Found Today

2011-11-15T08:46:00.001-06:00

Click on headlines for the article:

Jordan may be the next to fall - With a Palestinian population of 75%, King Abdullah of Jordan knows that his country is at risk for an "Arab Spring"-type revolt. If Syria falls and Jordan topples, I beleive we'll see the set-up for the Psalm 83 war.

Erdogan vows 'response' to Syria after attack on Turkish flag - After being condemned by the Arab League, Syrian protestors attacked various embassies as well as the Turkish embassy. Of course, Turkey's PM Erdogan used this as a platform to verbally attack and threaten Syria with a 'response.' More important, Turkey's President Abdullah Gul went further and threaten unspecified actions. One can see that Turkey is positioning itself for a justification for military action against Syria.

Isolating Syria before a military strike?

2011-11-13T08:27:00.001-06:00

Interesting developments:

1. Suspend Syria from the Arab League,
2. Demand they stop killing the Syria opposition protestors,
3. Impose economic and political sanctions,
4. Withdraw ambassadors,
5. Unify and recognize President Assad's opposition as the sole representative of the Syrian people.

This is exactly what NATO did to Libya just before the attack began. Again, this comes under the "Responsibility to Protect" doctrine of the UN and NATO that they use to over-throw governments.

So, keep watching the Middle East, especially Syria, which could be the flash point.

BTW, here's a scenario. What if the conservatives won a majority around the US elections? What if a vocal number of protestors in the US call out to the UN, demanding that they send troops into our nation? Would there be some kind of event that US opposition would use to accuse of us of "major human-rights violations, including crimes against humanity, in clamping down on a violent insurgency targeting" our government's rule, especially if it turns conservative in the next election ?

According to this doctrine, sovereignty is not a privilege but a responsibility that can be revoked if a country is accused of "war crimes," "genocide," "crimes against humanity" or "ethnic cleansing." All that's needed for the UN and NATO to move against the US is a perceived threat (or actual) that brings a clamp-down from our government. Then the following would occur:

1. Suspend the US from NATO and the UN and all other leagues/organizations,
2. A trumped-up call for us to stop "attacking or killing any opposition,"
3. For the world to cut us off economically and politically,
4. Withdraw their ambassadors,
5. Work to unify and strengthen those in opposition to a conservative government - national and states.

Would make an interesting movie, eh?

BTW, for all you conspiracy fans out there, George Soros' Global Center for Responsibility to Protect is the world's leading champion of the military doctrine. Big surprise!

Is war getting closer?

2011-11-09T09:43:00.000-06:00

I put out in previous posts that I thought the impending Middle East war scenario would likely be as follows:

1. Turkey attacks Syria on behalf of NATO (but also to extend its reach as the regional Islamic power and to rebirth the old Ottoman empire).

2. NATO forces us the upcoming IAEA (Int'l Atomic Energy Agency) report to justify forces gathering around Iran to threaten it. This is meant to hold Iran back if Turkey attacks Syria because Syria is Iran's puppet in the region. If Iran gets feisty, especially telling its proxies Hezbollah and Hamas and Al-Qaida in Egypt to let loose on Israel, then NATO will go after Iran's nuclear facilities and Republican Guard, hoping to topple the mullahs.

3. Israel is not on the offensive against Iran, but playing defense for now. If hostilities break out, Israel will have to fight against Hezbollah/Lebanon, Hamas/Gaza Strip, and will have to absolutely lock-down the West Bank against the PA's Fatah party. If Syria attacks Israel, Israel will deal with them harshly as promised. Isaiah 17:1ff may be fulfilled quickly - the obliteration of Damascus rendering it uninhabitable. If Iran attacks Israel, hoping to bring absolute chaos to the area, Israel may join NATO and cut Iran off at the knees.

What we could see is the survival of Israel (although probably battered), the emergence of a budding Islamic empire under Turkey with NATO encouragement, leaving Russia and China seething and desiring Middle East hegemony.

Here are excerpts from an article in World Net Daily (article here). Important points underlined.

While the media focus has largely been on Iran, there is information indicating an international campaign could target Iran's ally, Syria.

The regime of Syria's Bashar Assad has been accused of major human rights violations, including crimes against humanity, in clamping down on a violent insurgency targeting Assad's rule.

Mass demonstrations were held last week in Syrian insurgent strongholds calling for the international NATO coalition in Libya to deploy in Syria.

Damascus officials claimed to WND that NATO troops are currently training in Turkey for a Turkish-led NATO invasion of Syria.

Any deployment would come under the banner of the same "Responsibility to Protect" global doctrine used to justify the U.S.-NATO airstrikes in Libya.

(Update)
Obama Hugs an Islamic Supremecist

(excerpt) This past week, Obama was fiddling in Cannes, in the south of France, while America burned. He was in Europe insulting allies and hugging Islamic imperialists: He gave a big hug to Turkey's Islamic supremacist Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the G20 summit, while giving everyone else there a mere handshake.

Consider who Obama chose to hug. Turkey, under Erdogan, has abandoned the separation of mosque and state, abandoned Ataturk, abandoned its ties with Israel and increasingly pursues the delusion of a return of the Ottoman Empire.

(more!)

Even worse, in that same year, Turkey and Iran formed a military alliance. Yet Obama said this in a speech to the Turkish parliament: "Let me be clear: The United States strongly supports Turkey's bid to become a member of the European Union."

This was more of Obama's anti-American, anti-freedom foreign policy. Insane. Turkish professor Bahri Yilmaz is a former chief adviser to the Ministry of State for European Union Affairs in Ankara. He says that should the increasingly devout Muslim country ever gain entry into the EU under current membership regulations, it would, "due to its high population, put it in a similar position in the decision-making process as the leading countries in Europe. It would be represented in all European institutions at the same level as Germany, the United Kingdom and France, and would take up a dominant position in institutions and decision-making processes."

In other words, the European Union would be part of the universal caliphate.

So here it comes - the beast (Islam) rises to consolidate the Muslims in the Middle East. Europe has already been seeded with many Muslims which could tip Europe into an Islamic system. Meanwhile Islam is working its way through the US government and is defanging spiritual opposition by presenting itself as just another co-religion to Christianity because "everyone knows allah is the same god as the God of Abraham." This deception is known as Chrislam.

I've often thought how Islam might get control of the world. Well, it controls most of the Middle East and East Asia, it's poised to take Europe, it's advancing in the US (and most US Christians are clueless, Russia is being challenged, and China is fighting it. Revelation 13 says this is part of God's work. He will actually allow the beast to exercise control over humanity. Why? Both judgment and refinement. May the Lord continue to lead and guide those who are faithful. May He bring Yeshua's salvation to those who are deceived!

Update on the last Middles East War Drum Post

2011-11-05T00:09:00.002-05:00

As a follow-up to yesterday's lengthy email - it might be that Hezbolluh forces in Lebanon (or Hamas or PA or ?) may try to short-circuit the NATO plans to deal with Syria or Iran. If the threat seems imminent, Iran may unleash its own dogs against Israel first...

see http://www.debka.com/article/21451/

Bears close watching and prayer.

Further update 11/5:

'15,000 strong' army gathers to take on Syria

An insurgent army which claims to be up to 15,000 strong is being coordinated from Turkey to take on President Bashar al-Assad of Syria, which risks plunging the region into open warfare.

Watch for a preemptive strike.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/middleeast/syria/8868027/15000-strong-army-gathers-to-take-on-Syria.html

Email I sent out about possible Mid-East War

2011-11-05T00:08:00.001-05:00

If you can, please take a listen to this interview Dr. Jerome Corsi had with George Noory on Coast to Coast November 2, 2011. Click on the link and run the audio to the 8:30 mark. Then take it to the end. Dr. Corsi has much good information and analysis of what's happening right now.

You are not hearing this on the media right now because they're chasing their tails (chasing tales) about Herman Cain. And yet, we could be looking at the impending Middle East War which could be very bad. Currently UK, US, and NATO forces are assembling in the Persian Gulf and around the Middle East. Israel is preparing for war. There are a couple of streams of thought.

1. Israel is readying a pre-emptive strike against Iran before Iran moves their nuclear capabilities underground. They will be supported by NATO.

2. The US and UK and NATO are readying a strike against Iran to a. knock back their nuclear capabilities and b. decimate the Republican Guard. This will severely weaken the mullahs and give the Iranian people a chance to overthrown them.

3. This isn't about Iran. It's about Syria. In line with the "Responsibility to Protect" doctrine of NATO (i.e. an excuse to meddle in other country's affairs - which has actually brought about the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood), some NATO forces would invade Syria to depose Pres. Assad and flip his government like NATO did through military advising and outright action against Mubarek in Egypt and Ghaddafi in Libya. So here's a possibility:

Turkey has the 2nd largest army in NATO. They are enemies with Syria and are already supporting, training, and supplying Muslim Brotherhood-backed insurgents that are working against Syria on both sides of the Turkish-Syrian border. Turkey is Sunni Muslim and Iran is Shiite Muslim. They oppose each other. Turkey is maneuvering to be the Islamic powerhouse inthe Middle-East, a reborn Ottoman Empire. For Turkey to surge ahead in influence, they need a brake on Iran so they can get the prize of Middle East dominance.

So, here we go:

* Turkey "lets slip the dogs of war" on Syria with NATO-UN approval.

* The rest of NATO backs them up (militarily if needed) and NATO threatens to attack Iran to keep Iran at bay. They might even use this as an opportune time to deal with Iran's nukes/mullahs.

* Israel purpose at this time is not to attack, but to defend. Israel is ready to defend herself against retaliation, but doesn't take an offensive position unless threatened or actually moved upon. Attacks on Israel could come from Lebanon (Hezbollah), Syria, Egypt, Hamas (Gaza), and the PA (West Bank). Syria has threatened to let fly thousands of missiles against Israel. Israel has already promised Syria that they will go after them (with extreme prejudice) if that happens. If Syrian missiles are launched or in preparation for launch, Israel attacks Syria, specifically Damascus (Isaiah 17) and wipes it out.

* Once Syria is "decapitated" Turkey takes control of Syria or installs a puppet government led by the Muslim Brotherhood to eliminate that threat. This could serve to pull the MB governments of Egypt and Libya and the region under their protective (NATO) wing.

* Jordan could also be pulled into this since 70% of Jordan are Palestinians. They could experience an uprising bringing MB influenced Palestinians into the government, deposing the king.

* Iran could be attacked at this time and weakened, but not down for the count.

* All this would set up a regional Muslim coalition completely surrounding Israel. Such a threat to the oil supply, the world economy, and the horror that nukes could be used would serve as a big push toward a Muslim-Israel peace treaty.

What is NATO's justification for this? "The same "Responsibility to Protect" global doctrine used to justify the U.S.-NATO airstrikes in Libya could be applied to Assad. Responsibility to Protect, or Responsibility to Act, as cited by President Obama, is a set of principles, now backed by the United Nations, based on the idea that sovereignty is not a privilege but a responsibility that can be revoked if a country is accused of "war crimes," "genocide," "crimes against humanity" or "ethnic cleansing."" (source: http://www.wnd.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=363169 )

This is something we need to pray about. MANY innocent lives could be lost quickly and they need the Lord. Pray for the Lord to miraculously save as many as possible. Ask the Lord what we should do to prepare. Such an event could affect the world system in a catastrophic way. What amazes me is that so many people are wrapped up in petty politics and cultural garbage like the Kardashian train-wreck, not knowing what lies on the doorstep. This sure is like the Days of Noah where most will be caught unaware.

Listen to the audio and keep praying. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvgH7TmOZtA&feature=channel_video_title

Another Take on a Possible Mid-East War

2011-11-03T13:14:00.000-05:00

Check this out:

Buzz of Israel prepping for Iran attack just a smoke screen?

First, we heard of Israel prepping for an attack on Iran.

Second, we've heard from Debka.com that Israel is prepping for defense/offense against surrounding nations (Hizbollah/Lebanon, Hamas/Gaza, PA/West Bank, Syria) because NATO is actually planning to attack Iran soon after the latest IAEA report is released detailing how Iran is moving their nuclear capacity underground. The assumption is that NATO wants to take out Iran's nuclear capabilities and Republican Guard to undercut and bring down the mullahs.

Now, it seems that the NATO target is not Iran, but Syria. NATO appears to be placing military assets against Iran (in the Persian Gulf and surrounding areas) to force them to stay out of the fight or hit them if they move to defend Syria. On what basis would NATO attack Syria? According to the above article, "The same "Responsibility to Protect" global doctrine used to justify the U.S.-NATO airstrikes in Libya could be applied to Assad. Responsibility to Protect, or Responsibility to Act, as cited by President Obama, is a set of principles, now backed by the United Nations, based on the idea that sovereignty is not a privilege but a responsibility that can be revoked if a country is accused of "war crimes," "genocide," "crimes against humanity" or "ethnic cleansing.""

Who of NATO might be the possible front-man for the attack...Turkey? The same Turkey that has been sponsoring Muslim-brotherhood insurgents against Syria's Assad? This is an interesting scenario...

This could precipitate two events that would fit prophetically - Damascus could be destroyed in a nuclear attack per Isaiah 17:1ff and the coalition of Arab Muslim nations that attack Israel (Psalm 83) prior to the Gog-Magog war.

Scenario: Following a multi-front, multi-nation war in the Middle East, key players (NATO/Turkey, Iran, Israel) will come together after "lesser" players are taken out, thus consolidating power into fewer national hands. A leader from Turkey will broker the peace covenant to protect the Middle-East, giving Israel assurances of peace and protection. Something to watch. It seems like things are setting up for near future events.

Iran rightly views the possibility of a Turkish-NATO effort in Syria as a thinly veiled attempt to check its own power by changing the Iranian-backed leadership in Damascus to a Muslim Brotherhood-oriented Turkish partner. If Tehran feels Syria is losing the war effort, Iran could escalate the conflict by attacking U.S. or Israeli interests. In turn, Israel or the U.S. could retaliate by striking Iran.

A "Responsibility to Protect" war in Syria likely would translate into a larger regional war, a clash of Shiite and Sunni superpowers, backed by larger international players, all seeking to remake the Middle East in their interests. Israel is wise to prepare for the possible coming storm.

Just sayin'.

BTW - will the world (UN, et al.) use the same reason of "Responsibility to Protect" against the people of the US to guarantee our government's power over its people? Hey, it could happen. Those with might, claim right.

Looming Psalm 83 War? Other news...

2011-10-31T14:56:00.003-05:00

Check this link out.

More Signs Israel Preparing To Launch Attack

Once again, the only thing we can be sure about in the Middle East is change. Pray for Israel.

U.S. Will Withhold Funds For U.N. Agency After Vote to Grant Membership to Palestinians
"The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization voted 107-14 with 52 abstentions on Monday granting Palestinians full membership in the organization. The U.S. voted against the nomination. Eighty-one votes of the 173 UNESCO members were needed for full membership to be approved." Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2011/10/31/us-could-withhold-funds-to-un-agency-after-vote-to-grant-membership-to/#ixzz1cOLQ79Gd
Yup, the nations are aligning against Israel. May the Lord cause our nation to stand firm with His People and His Land and may He spank the voting members of the UN for their rebellion. Period.

Saudi Crown Prince Dies and more news items...

2011-10-23T09:18:00.002-05:00

Okay, this won't register on most people's current events radar, but this could be significant. With the death of Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, this leads to who his successor will be. He was the 2nd-in-line to the Saudi throne and the most likely candidate is Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Why is this important? Because according to articles I've been reading over the past few days, Prince Nayef leans toward the Muslim Brotherhood. So while the MB takes control over Egypt, Lybia, Northern Africa in general, and is aligned with Lebanon, Hamas (Gaza), and Hizbollah (Lebanon), it now looks like the circle is closing around Israel.

The Muslim Brotherhood has forcibly taken control of those nations through the "Arab Spring" movement. Now it could gain influence over Saudi Arabia through a willing accomplice - Prince Nayef - perhaps in an effort by the Saudi King to retain control and not risk a political overthrow.

Watch Jordan. Jordan's king rules over the Jordanians, about 70% are Palestinians. I would bet that in the near future, MB backers would begin to stir up conflicts within Jordan to either run off the king and set up a MB council/leader or force the king to surrender as their puppet.

At that point, the Psalm 83 configuration of nations that could attack Israel would be completely aligned against her for the first time in history.

Just sayin'.

See article here.

More news and commentary:
Iran to Patrol the US East Coast - Well, I guess they have a point. What good for us (patrolling off Iran's coast in the Persian Gulf), is good for them. The only thing that some have trepidation about is if they choose to launch a nuke that is set to go off over the US. At a certain height and location, the EMP (electro-magnetic pulse) could knock out electrical systems in a VERY significant way, i.e. cars, computers, heating and cooling, manufacturing, etc.

Turkey Emerging as Leader in North Africa and Arab World - This is progressing like Shoebat and Richardson have projected. Watch Turkey to continue to position itself as the leader of the Arab-Islamic world, especially in a belligerent manner toward Israel.

Tunisia Voters Go To The Polls - It looks like the radical Islamists will put themselves ever closer to controlling another nations. After the elections, Tunisia will hold a constitutional convention. Wanna bet it's going to be based on shariah law? Update: LARGE VOTER TURN-OUT. (excerpts) "Rachid Ghannouchi, leader of the moderately Islamist Ennahdaparty, took his place in the queue outside a polling station inthe El Menzah 6 district of the capital." "Ghannouchi, who spent 22 years in exile in Britain, hasassociated his party with the moderate Islamism of Turkish PrimeMinister Tayyip Erdogan. He has said he will not try to imposeMuslim values on society. But the party's rise is worrying Tunisia's secularists whobelieve their country's liberal, modernist traditions are nowunder threat." Islam rising?

Libya's transitional leader says Islamic Shariah law will be the "basic source" of all law.
- Really? Are we at all surprised?

Middle East War?

2011-10-18T12:30:00.000-05:00

According to this recent article in Debka.com, there is a tremendous amount of US military taking part in exercises in the Middle East. (click here)

This is taking place right now as Gilad Shalit has been released from Hamas captivity. Are the US and Israel waiting to attack Iran until Gilad is home safe?

excerpt: "Tuesday morning, when the Israel and Hamas prisoner exchange is due to be executed, the giant US transports will drill landings in Israel and Saudi Arabia. The aircraft will be packed with command and control elements and fighting units with full equipment."

Hmmm...why would these aircraft be packed out with equipment and personnel? To be present, just in case? Will some be left behind?

This is a good starting article. Be sure to watch the Jerusalem Post (jpost.com), Arutz Sheva (israelnationalnews.com), and Haaretz (haaretz.com) for current news from Israel.

Just a little perspective...

2011-10-15T21:58:00.002-05:00

Tonight I joined a little over 60 volunteers to help pack food for a wonderful ministry called "Feed My Starving Children." What makes them so special? Go to their website to find out more (click here) but here's a nutshell version.

They pack meals that are easy to transport, easy to cook, and VERY nutritious! Their MANNA PACK holds enough fixin's for 6 meals. All you add is water. These meals go around the world to help starving children have a chance for life.

It cost about 27 cents/meal!

What's even cooler is that MANY volunteers help to pack these meals in 2 hour shifts. The group I was with is pictured below. The 60 of us worked at 5 stations and packed 86 boxes which will feed 51 people for a year! That's a total of about 18,700 meals!! Here's the picture of the volunteers and the MANNA PACK...

Okay, now that you have that in your mind...compare with the #OccupyWallstreet wunderkinds that simply want to bring down the system and replace it with anarchy.

So...who do you think is making a real difference in the world?

The Advancing of the Muslim Brotherhood

2011-10-13T13:26:00.000-05:00

A critical video (short) - click here.

You MUST understand the influence the Muslim Brotherhood has in our governmental departments.

Yom Kippur begins tonight!

2011-10-07T10:39:00.002-05:00

The Day of Atonement - Yom Kippur

"¹ And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, ² “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘The feasts of the LORD, which you shall proclaim to be holy convocations, these are My feasts." (Leviticus 23:1-2)

"²⁶ The LORD again spoke to Moses: ²⁷ "The tenth [day] of this seventh month is the Day of Atonement. You are to hold a sacred assembly and practice self-denial; you are to present a fire offering to the LORD. ²⁸ On this particular day you are not to do any work, for it is a Day of Atonement to make atonement for yourselves before the LORD your God. ²⁹ If any person does not practice self-denial on this particular day, he must be cut off from his people. ³⁰ I will destroy among his people anyone who does any work on this same day. ³¹ You are not to do any work. This is a permanent statute throughout your generations wherever you live. ³² It will be a Sabbath of complete rest for you, and you must practice self-denial. You are to observe your Sabbath from the evening of the ninth [day] of the month until the [following] evening."" (Leviticus 23:26-32)

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the Lord's Feast. Notice that the Feasts of the Lord are not Jewish Feasts (although the Jewish community has been most faithful to observe them over their generations and the Church has historically repudiated them as Jewish...) and they are not Messianic Jewish Feasts and they are not Hebraic Root Feasts. They are the Lord's Feasts and anyone who follows the Lord are required/commanded/expected to celebrate them. Have a problem with that? Take it up with the Lord... : )

Quite seriously, the Feasts are given by the Lord as a rehearsal for the plan of redemption He put in place before the foundation of the world. Here is what I see as Yeshua's fulfillment and anticipated fulfillment of His Feasts...

Spring Feasts:
Passover - Yeshua's death and the New Covenant
Unleavened Bread - Yeshua's sinless sacrifice
First Fruits - Yeshua's resurrection from the dead
Shavuot - Yeshua giving His Spirit, writing His law on our hearts, making us His kingdom people

Fall Feasts: (flexible on these dates. Let's say on or around the dates. However, Yeshua DID fulfill the Spring Feasts on their exact dates...)
Trumpets - beginning and end of the Tribulation
Day of Atonement - Yeshus'a return and cleansing of the earth of all sin
Tabernacles - Yeshua's world-wide Messianic Kingdom

Tonight, Friday @ sundown, the Day of Atonement begins. We can look at this two ways. We can celebrate what the Yeshua has done for us and we can pray for His return to complete His atoning process. The Lord commands us to humble ourselves (usually defined as fasting), gather together, cease from our work, and rest. If you've never done this before, I encourage you to take whatever steps you can take to begin to follow the Lord's commands. Do this in honor of the Lord and begin to proclaim His work through Yeshua via celebrating the Feasts. Here is how Israel is preparing to observe Yom Kippur (Day of Covering/Atonement) -Yom Kippur in Israel. (click here.)

May the Lord bless us all as we honor Him and obey His word!

Between a Barak and a Hard Place

2011-10-05T08:13:00.000-05:00

What happens if you're between two Baraks, making it a hard place?

According to this article (click here), the American Left is working with the Israeli Left to unseat PM Benyamin Netanyahu and push Israel into agreeing with the Obama Administration's policies toward Israel. This is simply an extension of the Clinton approach. The Israeli Left wants peace and acceptance with the world so bad, specifically the homicidal Arab governments neighboring them, that they appear more than willing to hand them the knife - first to cut up God's covenant Land and then dispatch the Jewish population.

(excerpt) "In a report last month, Haaretz columnist Akiva Eldar, a supporter of Obama's Mideast agenda, wrote that since Netanyahu has refused many of Obama's demands, the Obama administration has decided to take a page out of the Clinton guidebook and overthrow Netanyahu's government."

So Israel's leftist former Prime Minister, Ehud Barak, is buddying up to President Barak Obama's State Department (et al) to paint PM Netanyahu in bad colors and possibly topple his government. Bibi is between two Baraks. May He trust in the Rock of Israel only and may the Rock of Israel be Bibi's firm foundation for Israel's sake.

In the US, the Left has found interesting bed-partners with the radical Islamic community. Both sides hope to use the other to help eliminate the opposition politically and ...? What the Left doesn't think will happen is that the beast they're riding will turn and try to devour it as well.

Is the Left so stupid in Israel and around the world? The answer is apparently, yes.

Just sayin'.

(more updates to come as I see them in the news today.)

Update #1

Is it time to flush the government? Here is an interesting article calling for the impeachment of our President, Vice President and all others who have worked against their oath of office to uphold the Constitution by breaking their oaths. Fascinating read! (click here) Let's not forget that President Nixon resigned over the cover-up of a botched campaign office espionage attempt. Our current administration is hip-deep in Operation Fast and Furious (Mexican gun running scandal), administrative process abuses, financial kick-back schemes (Solyndar, et al), and more. May the Lord continue to expose ALL corruption in our governments and bring righteousness and trust to our system of government from top to bottom.

Update #2

Speaking of "Muslim Thugs and Liberal Hypocrisy" - (Article by Barry Farber)

Riveting Movie - Get The Word Out!

2011-10-03T08:26:00.002-05:00

This says it all:

Turkey picking a fight with Israel?

2011-10-02T19:39:00.000-05:00

(click title for link) TURKISH WARSHIPS HARASS ISRAELI FREIGHTERS. ISRAELI MISSILE BOATS OFF CYPRUS.

(excerpt) "Increasingly assertive Turkey is setting the scene for clashes in the eastern Mediterranean. Since Thursday, Sept. 29, Turkish warships have been harassing Israeli merchant vessels in waters off Cyprus, debkafile's military sources report. They come close enough to establish wireless communication and caution the Israeli vessels they are in contravention of international law and ordering them to change course. The Israeli crews mostly ignore these "orders", treating them as Ankara's latest bid to assert Turkish naval mastery of the Eastern Mediterranean. But the situation is getting explosive enough to spark a major incident."

Turkey's PM Erdogan (err''-doh-wan') isn't messing with Israel, he's messing with Israel's God. If he pursues this course, he will find himself at the end of the Lord's sword. There is an interesting part of this situation, though. Turkey is a part of NATO and Israel isn't. NATO forces are being used against Libya and I believe they could be called in by the UN and US against Syria's aggression against their people's uprisings.

So what will the US administration do when caught in a trap between supporting a NATO partner (Turkey) and their historical partner (Israel). The US would do well to side with Israel.

(excerpt) "Voicing concern over Turkey's assertiveness, NATO secretary-general, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Friday, Sept. 30, said: "Obviously, the tensions between Turkey and Israel are a matter of concern. It's a bilateral issue – NATO is not going to interfere with that. But it is the interest of the alliance to see these tensions eased, because Turkey is a key ally and Israel is a valuable partner for the alliance.""

Watch this situation! Most US citizens and Christians have no clue about this, but it is extremely important for the developing Gog-Magog War scenario, in my opinion.

Just sayin.'

A Correlation?

2011-09-30T16:34:00.002-05:00

Okay, granted the whole European Union financial crisis has been years in the making and the Israel-PA issue has been around just as long, but I do find it interesting that the two lines seem to be converging. What lines?

The EU's endorsement of a Palestinian State and the total collapse of the Euro and the European Union.

Click here for the article: EU legislative body unanimously approves resolution declaring Palestinian people’s “legitimate right to create independent state.”

Click here for the article: "Head of UniCredit Securities Predicts Imminent End Of The Eurozone And A Global Financial Apocalypse"

There's a great book out there titled "Eye To Eye" which documents how natural disasters and economic/social problems erupt in the US and around the world when leaders take a stand against Israel. I recommend it!

When will the world learn that opposing Israel is opposing the Lord and He is more than able to make things tough on those who oppose Him? Evidently not until Yeshua returns.

The VERY concerning thing is this - if Greece defaults and drags down the EU, it will also rupture the global economy. Yes, things will get very difficult. This is the time to prepare by strengthening your relationship with Yeshua! And while you're doing that, talk to Him about how you should prepare for potentially hard times. I won't tell you specifically what to do. There are enough sites out there for that (like this site) (and this) but in general, it doesn't hurt to have food stored up (especially if you live in a blizzard and tornado zone like Minnesota), available cash, some silver and gold as insurance, a fixed up car, etc.

But most of all - get close to the Lord!

Just sayin'.

News - Feasts of Trumpets - 9/29

2011-09-29T09:24:00.002-05:00

Shanah Tovah (Happy New Year) to all!

May you all be inscribed in the Lamb's Book of Life - Yeshua's return is soon.

News Stories:

The Palestinian Authority's bid for full state status in the UN is advancing through the UN Security Council. They have only 6 of the 9 votes needed for statehood. Israel's position is clear - no state by declaration, only negotiation. (Story here)

But the Lord might have other things to say about this. If you read Joel 3:1-3, it appears that part of the trigger for God's judgment at the End, AFTER Israel has been restored, will be that the nations will again divide Israel's land against their wishes and the Lord's will. I think the UN should think twice about the PA's request lest they come under swift and harsh judgment. But when has that ever stopped the UN's foolishness?

Yes, in those days and at that time, when I restore the fortunes of Judah and Jerusalem, ² I will gather all the nations and take them to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. I will enter into judgment with them there because of My people, My inheritance Israel. The nations have scattered the Israelites in foreign countries and divided up My land. ³ They cast lots for My people; they bartered a boy for a prostitute and sold a girl for wine to drink.

I find it interesting that this is occurring ON the Feast of Trumpets. Yom Teruah (day of blasting) is a day of sounding shofarim (shofars - ram's horn trumpets). There are a lot of reasons attached to this. One of which is the Lord's warning to His people to make sure they're ready for their King to arrive.

The sound of the horn is to bring people to repentance, lest they be caught unawares and asleep by their coming King. It's my position that the bible clearly shows the sound of the shofar will announce the Tribulation (see trumpets in Revelation), followed by another Divine shofar blast that will signal the resurrection of the righteous dead and living to meet their approaching King.

Are we there yet?

Pulpit Freedom Sunday - 10/2

2011-09-26T10:44:00.003-05:00

Senator Lyndon B. Johnson got miffed in 1954. Two men in a non-profit group had criticized his lax position on Communism. As a result, Sen. Johnson attached a law to the tax law dictating that all non-profits refrain from endorsing candidates, speaking about political issues, etc. at the risk of losing their tax-exempt status. What's obvious is that this was a way to coerce influential people (pastors specifically) into shutting up and not making biblical moral judgments regarding politicians or government actions.

What has happened is that the Progressives have pushed faith out of public life, while forcing government into the pulpit. So...it's okay to intrude as long as they do the intruding.

Well, after 57 years a wave is growing across the US of Pastors calling this law a fraud and a violation of our Constitution's Free Speech Clause. The Alliance Defense Fund has risen up to help lead the fight against these "restrictions." Pastors and all other non-profits should exercise their Constitutional rights to fully express their positions and perspectives regardless of how these views "offend" the ruling class.

Pulpit Freedom Sunday link - click here

Over the last few years, an increasing number of churches have spoken out and even sent a recording and notes of their sermons to the IRS. There's been a lot of noise, but no church has ever lost their tax status or been pursued with litigation. The Left often sends out flyers prior to elections warning us pastors and churches not to speak out about issues or candidates, trying to scare us into remaining silent. Yet we often hear and SEE liberal political candidates speaking freely from liberal churches' pulpits and those churches giving their endorsement.

Well, what's good for them...

As one of the leaders of Issachar Community and the lead pastor/speaker at our Sabbath services, I will always speak what the Lord gives me regardless of the assumed loss of tax exempt status or "offending" any person's personal political views. I will not use the pulpit for politics, but for the Lord's Word about politics, politicians, political campaigns, and the government when it is needed.

I maintain the same position that I've always held about candidates - vote biblical principles! Vote for the candidate that holds tight to biblical values and walks a righteous life. At times I may highlight such people or comment on those who stand opposed to the Lord and His Word. We can't compartmentalize life. The Lord is the Lord of all or He's the Lord of nothing.

Politics and politicians and government are not outside His grasp. If He raises up leaders and takes down others, then His prophets and pastors and people will have a voice in politics.

That's where I stand.

For more information on this movement, click here.

Dr. Freud...to your office, please!

2011-09-25T21:10:00.003-05:00

Do you think the Main (Lame) Stream Media is actually going to cover this? Are our President's true feelings just aching to get out? You decide.

From President Obama's speech to the Congressional Black Caucus. (Click here to be appalled.)

What will be so telling is not the President's verbal slip, it'll be the fact that most of the media will completely ignore this. If this had been a conservative or a Republican candidate, it would be all OVER the news by now.

Just sayin'.

Trying something new!

2011-09-25T11:32:00.001-05:00

As most of you know, I'm a news-hound, especially when it comes to news related to the Bible and current events. I often send out emails with multiple links to the Issachar Community congregations that are especially thought-provoking and noteworthy.

However, this can be overwhelming for people's mail boxes so I'm streamlining.

I'm going to be posting links to articles along with commentary on this blog. That way, those who are interested can click on over as easily as clicking to open an email and those who aren't interested aren't annoyed. : ) For the record, one of my nicknames in the past was Pester Jay...ya, I know.

Here's an example of what I'm talking about. Simply click on the title to get the full article.

Spain Recognizes Israel as Jewish Homeland

This is fantastic! Considering that Spain threw out the Jews in 1492 (yes, the same year that Columbus sailed the ocean blue), it's great to see Spain affirming Israel as the Jewish homeland. May the Lord bless them for their actions. Perhaps He will bless them as they face their critical economic disaster by giving them wisdom and blessing their nation. "The Lord said to Abraham... I will bless those who bless you, I will curse those who treat you with contempt, and all the peoples on earth will be blessed through you." (Genesis 12:1-3, Holman Christian Standard Bible)

Russia's Putin Set to Return As President in 2012

I never trusted this guy. From the first moment he rose to the presidency I believed he had a part to play in the End Times. One of the things that set me off (and yes, I know you're going to think I'm crazy - okay...) is that the Lord impressed on me to look at his name. In Hebrew, root words are tri-consonantal, meaning most are constructed from a three consonant form. Then vowels are inserted between the consonants to make a word. Putin reduces down to PTN. That root makes the basis of the Hebrew word for "a venomous serpent. (peten)" Hmmm...

So what do you think? I would love to hear from you about the new format. Email me at pjdesk@juno.com. (this is my feedback email account) Thanks!

WOW! New Imax movie about Jerusalem coming in 2013! Stay tuned...

2011-09-07T10:38:00.002-05:00

Jerusalem | Filmed in Imax 3D from JerusalemGiantScreen on Vimeo.

Christians - don't get taken in by "window dressing."

2011-08-15T09:11:00.002-05:00

Hey fellow Christians,

Feel a bit stung by the political process? You should.

For the decades that I've been a voting citizen, I've seen politicians sucking up and changing their colors to get the conservative Christian vote...and we've jumped right in, much to our own hurt.

We can be soooooo stupid and undiscerning! We look at image, spin, and the wave of popularity rather than use our brains. The current Presidential candidate in question is Governor Rick Perry.

A week ago, Gov. Perry "headlined" as conservative prayer gathering in Texas. Many Christians backed him and yet I believe he's taken them in. Not only that, shortly after the massive prayer gathering Gov. Perry announced his Presidential candidacy. I hope all those sincere, but undiscerning Christians felt his feet as he used them as a diving board to jump into the candidate pool.

Can a leopard change his spots? This is Rick Perry's problem. He was a liberal in the past and has changed to conservative. Okay - fair enough. People claim to change. So, SHOW ME he's changed.

There's a terrific article by a conservative writer that posts 10 questions the author wants to ask Gov. Perry. The nature of the questions are to have Gov. Perry explain why, as a conservative Governor, he has backed liberal policies in Texas. Here is the article. The following are the 10 questions the author wants answered. I would like to hear his answers as well.

1) Gov. Perry supported the construction of infrastructure for the North American Union. Does he stand for the US or the globalist agenda?

2) Gov. Perry favors trading with communist China and allowing Chinese front companies to set up shop in Texas. Is he more interested in this country or is he willing to sell out to our enemies like Pres. Clinton did?

3)Gov. Perry did not become a Republican until 1989 and served as Texas chairman of Al Gore's presidential campaign in 1988. Sure you can change. I have over the years, but SHOW ME by consistent behavior.

4) Gov. Perry is weak on immigration issues. I'm all for immigration - legal and legitimate. Is Rick an Amnesty guy...like Pres. W?

5) Perry joined the Bilderbergs. Disturbing. This group is composed of one-world power elites... and they invited Rick to join. Worse yet, he accepted.

6) Under Gov. Perry, spending and debt skyrocketed. Liberal big spender? Enough said.

7) Gov. Perry undermined parental rights by requiring all sixth-grade girls to receive a vaccine against a sexually transmitted disease (HPV) without parental consent. This is tragic. His executive order FORCED young girls to have this questionable vaccine against their parent's will and killed some of them. Care to explain, Gov.?

8) Gov. Perry vetoed an eminent-domain bill that would have helped protect property rights for Texas landowners. If we have no right to our property, we're nothing more than slaves at the behest of the true owners who have ultimate control - the government and their use of eminent domain.

9) Gov. Perry signed a hate-crimes bill. Terrible legislation - it gives the government the power to read your mind and makes the same crime have different punishments simply because a judge can read your mind.

10) Rick Perry endorsed Rudy Giuliani for president in 2008. Giuliani is liberal on a host of issues, from "gay rights" to gun control and amnesty for illegal aliens. Again...leopards and spots. Why did Gov. Perry endorse a liberal Republican. You know a person by the company they keep.

To get the full impact of this, you MUST read the article and the author's in-your-face questions to gov. Perry.

I'm sick of Christians allowing themselves to be used by politicians who ultimately work against Christian biblical values!

Be smart, folks. Do your homework. Don't get snowed. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal the candidate's nature. Truly born-again or truly deceiving.

Vote biblical values. Don't get sucked in by image, politicians offering goodies, or anything else. Governor Perry current record and President George W. Bush's past actions are a clear warning. Christians - politicians USE you to achieve power. Vote your values based on a politician's past record!

UPDATE: Interesting echo from Joel Richardson - "(link) Rick Perry's Dangerous Muslim Compromise"

(excerpt) "And as the inevitable onslaught of public scrutiny begins, some of it will no doubt be pure demagoguery. But conservatives must be careful not to disregard every criticism offhand. As the primaries begin, conservatives must take the time to thoroughly vet all candidates to see who will present us not only with the best candidate to defeat Obama, but also the best person to lead the nation forward.
That said, right out of the chute, of cause for deep concern is an apparently close relationship Perry has fostered over the years with a Muslim leader know as "His Highness" Prince Shah Karim Al-Husayni, the Aga Khan IV."

Something to consider...

2011-07-28T13:32:00.000-05:00

In the recent past I got the impression from the Lord that this current time we're in will experience the overthrow of a good number of leaders around the world. I experienced this impression as I was rippling through the Books of 1 and 2 Kings. They rose and fell, one after the other.

As I was sitting at my desk this afternoon, my mind snapped back to this impression and suddenly a thought rushed into my mind that "...this is not over. There may be a lull at this time, but very soon there will come another round of upheaval, this one more startling than the first."

I'm publishing this for accountability's sake. Pray it and weigh it. If there's something you want to share, please email me. I'd like to hear what the Lord might be saying to you about this. Thanks!

Just sayin'.

Powerful quotes!

2011-07-13T12:41:00.003-05:00

“Christians don't tell lies – they just go to church and sing them.”
- A. W. Tozer (Leave it to Tozer to cut to the quick!)

"The greatest glory Jesus brought to God was not when he walked on the water or prayed for long hours, but when he cried in agony in the Garden of Gethsemane and still continued to follow God's will, even though it meant isolation, darkness and the silence of God. Thus, we know that when everything around us fails, when we are destroyed and abandoned, our tears, blood and dead corpses are the greatest worship songs we have ever sung."
- Ziya Meral

Food for thought, wisdom for the wise!

So Ironic It Hurts.

2011-06-26T09:36:00.001-05:00

Compare two articles from today's morning coffee with the news:

Circumcision funds cut amid state budget woes ('We were just looking at virtually every option and trying to decide what was absolutely urgent now,' lawmaker say)

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43521266/ns/health/

Ind. Planned Parenthood seeing Medicaid patients

http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20110625/APA/1106250595
FYI - The Indiana legislature properly and legally cut Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood clinics. Want an abortion? Use your own money. Well, ONE sick judge decided, "No, taxpayers must pay for the murder of babies." May the Lord forgive her and cause her decision to be reversed!

Preventing Medicaid funding of circumcisions is a funding cut that's absolutely urgent now, but continuing to "cut babies to death" is also absolutely urgent.

For those who miss irony, especially this painful, Medicaid WON'T perform an extremely minor surgical procedure that has been done for thousands of years safely, but Medicaid WILL perform an extreme surgical procedure that takes the life of a baby.

Just want to point out that these two articles were on the same day.

Honestly, there are days I just want to cry over how sick and blind this world is. Messiah, come soon!

One of those quick flashes from the Lord...

2011-04-27T16:30:00.000-05:00

I was sitting here just now lamenting about my weaknesses. "I'm a bad sinner," I said to the Lord. Right away, that still small voice shot back, "Oh no, you're a good sinner. You know how to sin real good." It's those moments the Lord gives us that take us out of our pity parties and brings us to focus on Him.

We can't sit and lament our sin, doing nothing. We need to do something about it, like take it to the Lord right away. Then we repent and purpose to do away with that sin and set up boundaries to keep us in line. Then we forget about what we've just laid at the foot of Jesus' throne for him to erase forever.

Thanks to the Holy Spirit that we can hear the Lord's voice. One quip from Him can do more than a thousand hours of counseling!

Happy Passover!

2011-04-18T09:07:00.000-05:00

Happy Passover

to all our Jewish and Christian Friends!

May our Messiah comes quickly and soon!

A Word From The Lord? Time Will Tell...

2011-03-02T08:51:00.001-06:00

The other day I was leafing through 1 and 2 Kings on my way to another part of the scriptures when the Holy Spirit seemed to drop a thought into my head.

It wasn't a vision, angels didn't sing, and the earth didn't shake. It just came in, sat down and stared at me. I've been rolling it over ever since.

What started the whole thing was flipping past the list of kings that led Israel over many years and realizing that not one of them lasted forever. They all served their time, did their thing, and rested with their fathers, i.e. died. Only the Lord continues on forever.

Then the Holy Spirit planted this:

"I will sweep kings."

Pretty impressive, huh?

Actually I think so. As I was mulling this over the thought expanded. This year the Lord will sweep many kings from power and bring in new ones. The Lord was quite clear when He spoke through Daniel. "He changes times and seasons; he deposes kings and raises up others. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning." (Daniel 2:21)

Over the course of time, the Lord directs the affairs of the world's people by raising up and deposing leaders, some good and some bad. He know which ones will be a blessing and which ones will be a curse, but He uses them all the same. They THINK they're in charge and that they hold reigns of power, but it's all a fantasy.

"I will sweep kings."

I fully expect to see a remarkable rollover of leaders this year. And this is just to set up what's coming in 2012.

Is this a word from the Lord? If it is, it will happen. If it's not, it won't. Time will tell...

It's Natural to Bear Fruit and Walk in Power

2011-01-17T09:28:00.002-06:00

Thought for the day:

Christians today (sadly far too few) are concerned that they aren't bearing the Spirit's fruit (Galatians 5:22-23) or walking in the Spirit's power (1 Corinthians 12,14; Romans 12; Ephesians 4).

Any fruit tree that is properly planted, watered, and illuminated by the sun WILL grow and naturally bear fruit with ease, for that is what it does.

Any Christian who is properly grounded in the Bible, watered by the Living Water of the Spirit, and warmed by a daily communion with Jesus WILL naturally bear fruit and exercise power with ease, for that is what we are meant to do. (see Psalm 1:3)

The War Against Christians

2011-01-13T12:53:00.003-06:00

Man, is this article on the mark.

(excerpt)
Imagine if Muslims in Europe were being arrested for nothing more than peacefully practicing their religion. Imagine if Muslims in South America were being sentenced to death for “insulting” Jesus. Imagine if mosques were being bombed and burned by terrorists in a growing list of Christian-majority countries. Now here’s what you don’t need to imagine because it is all too real: In recent days, Christian churches have been bombed in Egypt, Iraq, Nigeria and the Philippines.

Here's the article.

(excerpt)
Which leads to this question: How do moderate and tolerant Muslims fight the tyrants within their community? How do they avoid being killed if they dare speak up in defense of their own freedom and rights – much less in defense of religious minorities, ethnic minorities and women?

We cannot possibly come up with an adequate answer so long as we refuse to look reality in the eye. And the reality is this: Within the Muslim world today are regimes, movements and individuals convinced that their religion justifies – and benefits from -- the most heinous atrocities. They are determined, ruthless and lethal -- as Christians and other minorities across a broad swath of the world have been finding out.

If we in the West fail even to speak up for them, can we really expect moderate Muslims to do more?

Continue to pray and support ministries like VOICE OF THE MARTYRS. (click here to visit VOM)

Christians - "Domestic Extremists"

2010-11-23T08:53:00.002-06:00

Please read the following report:

DHS & TSA: making a list, checking it twice

Here is a rather revealing quote: (bold - mine for emphasis and focus)

"The introductory paragraph of the multipage document states that it is issued “in response to the growing public backlash against enhanced TSA security screening procedures and the agents conducting the screening process.” Implicit within the same section is that the recently enhanced security screening procedures implemented at U.S. airports, and the measures to be taken in response to the negative public backlash as detailed [in this directive], have the full support of the President. In other words, Obama not only endorses the enhanced security screening, but the measures outlined in this directive to be taken in response to public objections.

The terminology contained within the reported memo is indeed troubling. It labels any person who “interferes” with TSA airport security screening procedure protocol and operations by actively objecting to the established screening process, “including but not limited to the anticipated national opt-out day” as a “domestic extremist.” The label is then broadened to include “any person, group or alternative media source” that actively objects to, causes others to object to, supports and/or elicits support for anyone who engages in such travel disruptions at U.S. airports in response to the enhanced security procedures.

For individuals who engaged in such activity at screening points, it instructs TSA operations to obtain the identities of those individuals and other applicable information and submit the same electronically to the Homeland Environment Threat Analysis Division, the Extremism and Radicalization branch of the Office of Intelligence & Analysis (IA) division of the Department of Homeland Security."

That's it, Christians. If you object to the over-the-top screening procedures on the basis of religious sensitivities, you are now a "domestic extremist." Resist the government and you will be put in the same group as the "other" extremists. Simply change the name a touch and those who defy the government will be terrorists.

What amazes me is that these are the same folks who, during the 60's, railed against the establishment and their "totalitarian ways." Now that they are in office and other areas of power, they claim the same totalitarian powers and complete submission to public humiliation.

Solution: the voting box, formulating non-violent resistance, and all godly forms of rejecting ungodly laws and regulations. It is our duty to respect and cooperate with the government when it conforms with godliness, peace, righteousness. When it goes off the rails as is very evident, then Christians will need to act according to their principles in a way that resists evil and promotes good as defined by the Bible.

Maybe this will be used by the Lord to wake this nation up?

This is excellent!

2010-11-10T08:53:00.004-06:00

I've posted and emailed this list all over! It is a GREAT reminder of the important things for a disciple of Messiah. The guiding principle at Issachar Community is "Study to Learn, Learn to Do." So much in these 95 Theses has to do with correcting our perspective and motivating us to put feet to our faith walk. Otherwise, we're just standing still, paralyzed, and not affecting the world around us.

May the Lord breathe life into His people again. May the Body of Christ take a BIG, DEEP Breath! (source)

"95 THESES to the MODERN EVANGELICAL CHURCH"

-by Greg Gordon. [Founder of Sermonindex.net]

1. The “church” at large has forgotten that the chief end of man is to glorify God. (Rom 16:27; 1Cor 6:20; Mt 6:9; 1Cor 10:31)

2. Christians ignore most of the methods, practices and principles found in the book of Acts. (Acts 2:42,44; Acts 2:46; Acts 2:38)

3. Many treat “church” like any other social club or sports event that they might attend. (Acts 2:46; Heb 10:25; Acts 1:14)

4. We’ve made Christianity about the individual rather than the community of believers. (Rom 12:5; 1Cor 12:12; 2Tim 4:16)

5. In most “churches” the priesthood of all believers isn’t acknowledged and the role of pastor is abused. (1Pt 2:9; 1Cor 12:12; Eph 4:11-13)

6. The “church” as a whole has lost the concept of their being grafted into the promises given to Israel. (Rom 11:15, 17-18, 20, 25)

7. There needs to be a recovery of teaching the whole counsel of God, especially in expository form. (Acts 20:27; 1Tim 4:6, 2Tim 2:15)

8. We take it too lightly that we have the blessing and honor of having God’s Scriptures in our possession. (Ps 119:16; Acts 13:44; Neh 8:9)

9. There has never been more access to the Word of God, yet so little reading of it. (1Tim 4:13; Neh 8:1-3; Ps 119:59)

10. Some read the Scriptures to attain knowledge, but do not practice what they read. (Jam 1:22; Mt 7:21; 3Jn 4)

11. Worship has become an idol in many “churches”. The music often resembles that of the world. (Amos 5:23; Phil 4:8; 1Jn 5:21)

12. The world is shaping the views of the “church” more than the “church” shaping the world. (Rom 12:2; Mt 5:13; 1Cor 1:22-23)

13. The “church” spends more money on dog food than on missions. (2Cor 9:6; Lk 21:2; Acts 4:34-35)

14. We take lightly the cost of discipleship laid out by Jesus Christ and do not deny our lives. (Lk 14:33; Lk 14:26-27; Mt 8:19-20)

15. There is a lack of true discipleship and making others to be obedient disciples. (Mt 28:20; 2Tim 2:2; 2Tim 2:14)

16. Many subscribe to the error that parts of life are to be spiritual while others are to be secular. (1Pt 4:2; Col 3:3; 1Jn 2:6)

17. Modern Christians often find Jesus’ command to sacrifice and serve abhorrent. (Phil 2:21; Jam 3:16; Rom 12:1-2)

18. Self disciplines in the Christian life such as fasting and praying are considered legalistic. (2Tim 2:21; 2Tim 1:8; Mt 6:17)

19. Little thought and contemplation is put towards the lost-ness of men, the seriousness of the Gospel. (Phil 3:8; Gal 2:20; Heb 10:34)

20. We are living with an epidemic of cheap grace with flippant confession and shallow consecration. (Lk 14:28-30; Lk 14:26; Jam 4:8)

21. Since the inception of the Church, the Gospel had the requirements of repentance and discipleship. (Acts 2:38; Lk 14:26; Jn 8:31)

22. Now forgiveness is offered without repentance, discipleship without obedience, salvation without sanctity. (Heb 10:29; 4:11; Lk 13:24)

23. Introspection, counting the cost, godly sorrow over sin, are all foreign to many in the “church”. (Acts 2:37; Ps 119:9; Heb 6:1-2)

24. The modern church loves itself more than its neighbor. (1Cor 3:3; Gal 5:13; Phil 2:3)

25. The church must repent of its idolization of personality, and of business principles. (2Cor 2:17; 1Cor 3:5; 1Cor 12:23)

26. Many elders and pastors of the “church” sadly are fleecing the flock to supply their own wants. (Jn 10:12-13; 1Pt 5:2-3; Rev 2:15)

27. The qualities most in demand in today’s pastorate are frequently foreign to the Scriptures. (1Tim 3:2-3; 1Tim 3:5; 1Tim 1:5-7)

28. The professionalization of the pastorate is a sin and needs to be repented of. (2Cor 11:13; Gal 3:1; Gal 2:6)

29. There must be repentance for the ambitious desire and idolization of the celebrity pastorate. (3Jn 9; Jer 17:5; 1Cor 12:22)

30. Pastors must trust the Spirit, not statistics. (2Sam 24:1; 1Cor 1:25; Rom 8:14)

31. Modern day prophets are being stoned by criticism and neglect. (2Tim 4:3-4; Gal 1:10; Jer 1:7-8)

32. God’s prophets are ill-treated and shunned by most “Christians” considered too harsh or extreme. (Jer 6:10; Isa 6:9-10; Gal 4:16)

33. The prophets prophesy falsely, priests rule by their own power; and my people love to have it so. (Mt 24:4, 11-12; 1Cor 1:19, Jude 8 )

34. There are many false gospels being preached from pulpits in our day. (2Cor 11:4; Gal 1:8-9; Jude 16)

35. There is an epidemic of a “mock” salvation message. It is correct in doctrine, but false in reality. (2Cor 3:6; 1Jn 5:11-12; Rom 8:9)

36. A salvation that does not make men holy is trusted in by a deceived multitude. (Jude 4; Rom 8:1; Rom 6:17-18)

37. There is a needed perseverance in the truths of the Gospel without unbelief. (Eph 1:1; Heb 6:11-12; Heb 10:26-27)

38. A great need is to see “Christians” become saints in actual experience. (1Jn 2:29; Col 3:5-8; Tit 3:8)

39. Many professors of religion are forbidding people to be a part of the holy body of Christ. (Mt 23:13; Ps 119:1-2; 2Pt 1:3-4)

40. Preaching has become all about the happiness of man and not the glory of God. (Jn 6:26; Rom 4:20; 1Pt 4:11)

41. Preachers give smooth words to entice men, yet very few give any words of correction or rebuke. (Jer 6:14; Pro 1:23; 1Tim 5:20)

42. Run from gospels that focus on our success and prosperity in the name of Jesus Christ. (Jn 2:16; Acts 20:33; Jer 6:13)

43. Run from gospels that focus on self-improvement. (1Tim 6:5; Heb 12:14; Jam 4:14)

44. Run from churches where men, and not Christ, are glorified. (Col 1:18; Jude 25; Jn 16:14)

45. Run from churches where there is no Bible, no cross, no mention of the blood of Christ. (1Pt 1:18-19; Eph 3:13; Rev 1:5)

46. Run from churches where the worship leaves you cold, where there’s no sense of God’s presence. (1Cor 5:4; Ps 80:14-15; Jer 12:11)

47. Run from churches where you’re comfortable in your sin. (1Cor 14:25; Heb 10:30-31; Heb 4:13)

48. Run from churches that use the pulpit of God for a personal agenda. (Jude 10-11,19; 3Jn 9)

49. Run from those who preach division between races and cultures. (Jam 2:4, Gal 3:28, Rev 5:9)

50. Run from ungodly, spasmodic movements and endless empty prophesying. (Jer 5:13; 1Cor 14:33, 1Jn 2:16)

51. Run from preachers who tell mostly stories and jokes. (Eph 5:4; Tit 1:8; 2:12)

52. Run from those that are only after money, who use one gimmick after another to get your money. (2Pt 2:3; 2Cor 12:14; 1Cor 9:18)

53. The phrase “accept Jesus as your personal Saviour” is not found in the Scriptures. (Rom 10:9-10; Col 1:13; Acts 26:20)

54. Evidence of true conversion does not seem important to modern day Christians. (1Jn 2:6; 1Jn 4:17; Mt 7:20)

55. Thousands of sinners think of God as having only one attribute: Love! But they continue in sin. (Rom 1:18; Acts 5:11; Ps 2:12)

56. “God loves you and has a wonderful plan for your life!” has hindered true evangelism. (Rom 3:19; Acts 26:18; Phil 3:18-21)

57. A Gospel of love and grace only, without the law of God being preached. This is a doctrine of Satan. (2Tim 4:3-4; Rom 2:4-5; 3:19)

58. There has clearly arisen a careless mixture of 20th century reasoning with God’s revelation. (Col 2:8; Rom 1:25; Gal 1:6)

59. Decisionism and the “sinner’s prayer” has been a major cause of false conversions in the “church”. (2Pt 2:1-2; Eph 2:4-5; 2Cor 5:17-18)

60. Many will be surprised to hear Jesus say, “I never knew you, depart from me.” (Mt 7:22-23; 1Cor 6:9-10; Gal 5:19-21)

61. Men have taken the place of the Holy Spirit in confirming men in their supposed salvation. (1Jn 2:3-5; 2Ths 1:8; Gal 6:12-15)

62. The doctrine of hell and eternal suffering is something little grasped by most professing “Christians”. (Mt 13:42; Jam 5:1; Ps 9:17)

63. The judgment seat of Christ is perhaps one of the most neglected topics in the modern pulpit. (2Cor 5:10; Rom 14:10; 1Cor 3:13)

64. The second coming of Christ needs to be re-instated as the church’s general thrust and burden. (1Jn 3:2-3; Col 3:4-6; 1Ths 4:14-17)

65. The church has lost the fear of God and has over emphasized the love of God. (Heb 12:28-29; Lk 12:5; Heb 10:31)

66. The church has left evangelism to a few trained professionals. (Acts 8:1,4; Acts 4:29; Rom 10:14)

67. Repentance is considered a one-time act in modern evangelism rather than a way of life. (Rev 3:19; Heb 12:17; 2Pt 3:9)

68. The Lordship of Jesus Christ is something that is not taught in many pulpits. (Acts 2:36; 1Cor 12:3; Rom 6:18)

69. Many in “churches” are not open to correction, church discipline or rebuke. (1Cor 5:5; 1Cor 11:31-32; Heb 12:7-9)

70. Some preach salvation as a theory instead of persuading men to come to Christ. (Jn 5:40; Col 1:28; 2Cor 4:5)

71. There has been a loss of the fullness and majesty of the gospel. (1Tim 1:11; Jude 25; Rom 15:29)

72. There is little mention of sin or the depravity of man from “church” pulpits. (Jn 3:20; Gal 5:19-21; Eph 5:5)

73. Covetousness, consumerism, and coddling of the world’s goods does not appear wrong. (Jer 22:17; 1Jn 2:15-16; 1Tim 3:3)

74. Little is made of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in churches or in evangelism. (1Cor 15:14-15; Acts 4:10, 33)

75. The “church” has relied more on technology than God. (Zech 4:6; 1Cor 1:21; 2:4)

76. The prayer meeting is considered one of the least important meetings in the “church”. (1Tim 2:1; Acts 4:31; Phil 4:6)

77. Pastors have never prayed less than they do in the “church” today. (Jer 10:21; Phil 2:21; Eph 6:18-19)

78. Very few are waiting on God for His direction and purpose for His Church. (Eph 1:11; Ps 37:7; Isa 40:31)

79. The “church” has many organizers, but few agonizers. (Phil 3:18-19; Rom 9:1- 3; Jer 9:1)

80. We need to have the gifts of the Spirit restored again to the “church”. (2Tim 4:2; 1Cor 14:39; 1Cor 12:31)

81. A serious, sober, self-controlled Christianity is very seldom found or preached. (2Pt 3:11; 1Pt 4:7; Jude 3)

82. The “church” at large has forgotten how to pray. (1Jn 3:22; Acts 6:4; 1Ths 5:17)

83. Many “churches” are more dependent on tradition than the leading of the Holy Spirit. (Mk 7:13; Acts 16:6; Acts 13:2)

84. Multitudes of professors preach and teach: that you cannot be freed from sin. (Rom 16:18; Rom 6:1-2; 2Pt 2:1)

85. The Apostles and Christ always preached the possibility to walk free from sin. (Tit 2:11-12; 1Pt 1:14-16; Rom 6:19)

86. Sinners are not saved to sin, but rather, saved to holiness and good works. (Rom 6:13; Eph 2:10; 2Pt 3:14)

87. Cheap grace means the justification of sin without the justification of the sinner. (2Tim 2:19; 1Pt 4:17-18; 2Tim 3:12)

88. A baptism of holiness, a demonstration of godly living is the crying need of our day. (1Tim 6:3; 2Ths 3:6; 2Ths 2:13)

89. Many are confused about obedience, and good works that are readily mentioned in the Scriptures. (Tit 3:8; Jn 10:32; Rev 3:15)

90. Little emphasis is put on the plan of God to make us like Jesus Christ in “churches”. (1Pt 1:14-16; 1Jn 2:6; 1Pt 4:1)

91. Christ did not die on the cross to obtain a worldly “church” but for a “glorious Church.” (Eph 5:27; Tit 2:14; Col 4:12)

92. Christ does not come into an unregenerate and impure heart as many contemporary theologians say. (2Cor 5:17; Mt 5:8; Eze 18:31)

93. A holy Church is God’s blessing to the world; an unholy “church” is God’s judgment upon the world. (Mt 5:14,16; Eph 4:1; 1Ths 2:12)

94. If Christianity is to make any headway in the present time, it must be proved to be more than a theory. (2Ths 3:6-7; 1Ths 4:1,11-12)

95. Unbelief has gagged and bound us as risen Lazarus! We need release in this final hour! (Heb 3:12-14; 1Cor 3:21-23; Heb 11:6)