It was 1973, in the news the Vietnam war was ended by an agreement signed in Paris, war broke out against Israel and the Arab oil embargo began impacting fuel supplies in America. In the Spiritual realm, the Jesus Movement revival was growing with more and more hippies turning away from drugs and into Jesus.… Continue reading Contemporary Churches
Author: steve2525
I have been involved in a lot of church work my whole life, but I consider Yeshua to be everything and the hidden life in Him. I was part of the Jesus movement revival of the early 1970's and I have a heart for Israel.
The Imitation of Messiah
Describing God and marveling at His nature is unlimited although words fail. The things of this world are trinkets in that light. But, how do those who acknowledge only the physical and secular consider such things? They regard them as fables, the imaginations of men, foolishness. "This, then, is how you ought to regard us:… Continue reading The Imitation of Messiah
Spirit Undiminished
I said to my daughter-in-law regarding her baby, "She really loves her Mommy." Of course and her Mommy loves her as much or more, but there is something deep in these bonds of love. I have said for years, when I see a new-born smile as they sleep that they are recalling their delight in… Continue reading Spirit Undiminished
Encouragement Connect
Religion can be defined as a cultural system of designated behaviors and practices, morals, worldviews, texts, sanctified places, prophecies, ethics, or organizations, that relates humanity to supernatural, transcendental, or spiritual elements. A common meaning sees it as mankind's effort to relate with God. Faith is trust, assurance and confidence in God, that what He communicates… Continue reading Encouragement Connect
Faulty Humans
We watched a movie entitled "The Experimenter", based on a true story of social behavioral experiments conducted in 1961, by psychiatrist Dr. Stanley Milgram. The movie was OK, if you are interested in mind games or psychology, but I found an aspect in the background that was startling. Dr. Milgram devised a test to see… Continue reading Faulty Humans
Spiritual Sight
She seemed to know well the gist of Christianity, John 3: 16, that is sometimes used as a campaign slogan to reach the lost, but it seemed hollow and standard. I responded, "The Bible is supernatural, just like God who sent it." Then, I made a bold suggestion, that I had once put to myself,… Continue reading Spiritual Sight
Intangible Possessions
I met a minister with whom I had an acquaintance. I started to share my joy at discovering the wonderful truths for Israel and all Believers contained in Isaiah chapter 60. He interrupted me saying, "Did you read my book." "Yes," I replied, "It was very good." "Well", he said, "I had a whole chapter… Continue reading Intangible Possessions
Forceful Overthrow of America
The current rhetoric of the fascist humanist media and their spokespersons spew a constant stream of complaints against: ▪The President, ▪Representative Republic Form of Government, ▪Traditional American society, ▪Conservatives, ▪Evangelical Christians, ▪White people, ▪Masculinity, ▪Marriage, ▪Family, ▪Capitalism, ▪Business, ▪Free Speech, ▪Freedom of Religion, ▪Right to bear arms, ▪Right to life (unborn babies), ▪Equal treatment under… Continue reading Forceful Overthrow of America
Won’t You Be My Neighbor
I just watched a movie of this title about Fred Rogers, the creator of the long running children's PBS TV series, "Mr. Rogers Neighborhood". I wasn't interested at first because I thought I knew all about him and his show. However, IMDB rates it 8.5 and I discovered a fascinating tale of a man with… Continue reading Won’t You Be My Neighbor
The Believer’s Status
"Oh, I got a text from Shana," she said. I paused thinking, how is she texting my Cousin, whom I haven't spoken to in several years, when she said, "...you know from Arkansas." "Oh, yeah, how is she and Chip," I replied. We want to know the status of our friends - that they are… Continue reading The Believer’s Status
More Evidence
In books of fiction there are characters I describe as indestructible, not because they are supernaturally powerful or surrounded by great armies. The author gives them invincibility by virtue of their importance to the story or because they are critical to some other purpose. Fiction borrows enough reality to give it credibility and interest. One… Continue reading More Evidence
Swirling Around and Standing Firm
Do you often think about what other people are doing and saying? It might be America's favorite pastime and the instantaneous digital media has ignited it like an explosion of voices. Dissatisfaction stirs much of this hot air that rises like black smoke from burning rubber. The self-proclaimed victims cry out against injustice, prejudice, poverty,… Continue reading Swirling Around and Standing Firm
Pontius Pilate and Robert Mueller
Both of these men are prosecutors and they have some striking similarity in their approach. First, they both bring charges against a well liked successful leader who championed truth and interests of the common man. Secondly, charges were brought to these prosecutors, not supported by fact, but from a deep-seated hatred of those who opposed… Continue reading Pontius Pilate and Robert Mueller
A Fascist Revolution
German and Italian Fascist revolts during the 1930's each had their human dictator who gave voice to their power grab. Today's Fascists in America use the media as their voice of revolt, though we have yet to see a one man leader, yet he may arise. A ground work was installed during the eight year… Continue reading A Fascist Revolution
Christian Meditation
Meditation belongs to believers as early as Issac who went out into the field to meditate. God's people tune their minds to God toward enlightenment, truth, His unfailing love, the Word, His wonderful deeds, God's law, precepts, statutes, decrees, promises and wherever the Spirit of God leads in conversation and communion with God. Paul describes… Continue reading Christian Meditation
The Establishment and Whigs
The Whig Party had been very successful but one huge issue resulted in its rapid demise. Moreover, it tried to play the middle on a major issue, but alienated its members. With its demise a new party, the Republican party, arose by reaching out to those who were ignored and betrayed by their former party.… Continue reading The Establishment and Whigs
Supreme Court Justice
The judicial branch of government is capped by the Supreme Court where the Justices exercise their influence on a case by case basis. Historically, the Justices keep a low profile sequestered behind their loyal clerks and private environs. They wield tremendous increasing power of the Federal Government and since the Civil War over every aspect… Continue reading Supreme Court Justice
Power of Anointing
In chapter 13 of First Kings, we have a story fit for Hollywood. God sends a Man of God to Bethel which Jeroboam, the rebel king who divided Israel, had chosen as his new sacred place of worship and sacrifice. Just as Jeroboam was standing by the altar, this man of God came and cried… Continue reading Power of Anointing
Social Justice
This term has different meanings to different people, particularly among Christians. Generally, in the media and public forum it refers to justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society. In this context, it has little or nothing to do with the teachings of the Bible. The Bible is not… Continue reading Social Justice
Prayer Reminder
The scriptures remind us to pray, even to do so continually. (1 Thess. 5:17). I trust you to implement 'continually' as you best discern, but I want to remind you of an equally, perhaps more important necessity, which is to pray with faith. My boots were worn out, so I started wearing my hikers to… Continue reading Prayer Reminder
The Revelation
Someone said something to me and I assumed I understood, until I saw what they actually meant. I was given a message that made sense, but it was not specific or in context, so my understanding was incomplete. I could have speculated about various details and meanings of the message, but a complete picture would… Continue reading The Revelation
Truth of Life Here
There is a central theme in the "Walking Dead" TV series that is consistently true in society today - Everything and everybody is trying to survive. We take steps to maintain our life among the many things that threaten us. However, this is only a perception or notion that makes sense in a fantasy world… Continue reading Truth of Life Here
Bully
We typically think of a bully as someone who unjustly mistreats weaker people. Most of us have encountered a bully somewhere along life's pathway. I realized two groups of bullies in today's society that may be obscure. First, bullies in community sports. These are teams of bullies who are very good at their chosen sport,… Continue reading Bully
Authority Over Earth
First, we must cling to truth, otherwise we will be tossed about like waves on the sea. A person or nation who abandons their identity is lost. Relationships, character, truth, justice, liberty, faith and purpose are the things that give life meaning and substance. Secondly, we must understand that mankind is not the ruler of… Continue reading Authority Over Earth
Actual Historical Events
I just clicked open my Bible App and started reading: Peter was arrested and put under the guard of twelve soldiers, bound with two chains, behind a locked iron gate. An angel appeared and led Peter out of his cell, chains dropped off, guards saw nothing, and the iron gate opened by itself. I believe… Continue reading Actual Historical Events
