The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he did not exist. When one comes to the revelation of Jesus Christ, they usually realize the devil is there too and he is a liar and a thief. The world at this time is so decieved it is almost unimaginable to put into words. Living in their own worries and fears, they are entangled in a web of destruction. Lets be real about it, the economy is as good as dead, I mean, how many more jobs can they possibly create as humans continue to multiply. You are sitting right where the devil wants you to be. Distracted from Christ, worried about your own life right here right now here on earth. Jesus’ command is different: Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me. (Mar 10:21)
Think of what he is saying here. Forget this world, forget what is going on for it is all inevitable for all these things must happen before he returns. Leave it all behind and follow HIM. We are meant to be apart from the world. These are the concerns of the world, focus your eyes on HIM, seek him with all your heart, and whatever treasure is buried in your heart, he will give to you.
As you walk the city streets, the suburban streets, the ghetto streets, look at the faces of all the people around. You will know them by their fruits. If you do not see the fruits, those are the ones we need to be after, for it is our job as the body of Christ to preach the gospel to every creature. The word of God is sharper than any two edged sword. The world fights with weapons and their own strength, we have a word that can completely change their life for all of eternity.
The point I think I am trying to get at is these are dire times. We should feel embarrassed that more of the world is being deceived by the devil’s ignorant lies than realizing the grace of Jesus Christ. Through unity we become stronger. The division caused by all of these different denominations is destroying the souls of so many. There is ONE BODY. We all need to join together and reach more souls. Everyone was created by one God, the same God. Those of you who are saved, were all given that Salvation by the same Christ.
I pray that the walls be taken down, that everyone realizes that at this point, you are no more rich than the man on the street because your time just hasn’t come yet, they are purposely manipulating the economy so you lose and they win. Strange times are here. They are honestly only going to get worse. Distractions need to be taken away from us all. Every person who has a cell phone has become attached to it, thinking they always need to call someone. You’re right, you do always need to call someone, CALL GOD. Quit changing your Facebook status and start changing lives. Outside that door is a war, but who is really fighting for who?
Peace, Love, and Blessings
-Tommy
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Among my people are wicked men who lie in wait like men who snare birds and like those who set traps to catch men. Like cages full of birds, their houses are full of deceit; they have become rich and powerful and have grown fat and sleek. Their evil deeds have no limit – (Jeremiah 5:26)
I saw your website in our church bullentin and will be praying for your ministry. Tim, you hit the nail on the head, the very fact that we have to have cell phones at all times takes away from our quiet time to be with the lord and renew our spirits. Things will get worse, and obviously they will look better when someone comes forward to offer worldly solutions to our global crisis. I would really like to get your teachings on how to peacefully and biblically build up my family, as our anxieties and deep rooted addictions have caused stumbling blocks in the our growth. I know it is war on the streets and shoulder to shoulder we can overcome. Zep 3:9
It blows me away the Lord is singing over his servants when they make good choices and decide to get back in the fight. My hearts deepest desire will soon meet my biggest hunger which is to minister with those who have overcome depressive addictions.
In his mercy,
Willbow