I want to be involved in revival. The Holy Spirit is willing to breakout among His people. God’s love has been poured out into our hearts. (Rom. 5:5) What is resisting, quenching, and opposing Holy Spirit revival? How can He be resisted? Who can oppose … Continue reading Spirit Revival
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Properties of Stone
Scripture give us some fascinating insights into the properties of stone. Some of the references to stone are symbolic, but God can do amazing things in stone, if He has to. Can God bring Revival to change stony hearts into hearts of flesh filled with … Continue reading Properties of Stone
Church According to Scripture
The Congregation of Believers is the body of Messiah; the temple of Holy Spirit on earth. It is described by Yeshua, “The mystery of the seven stars that you saw in my right hand and of the seven golden lampstands is this: The seven stars … Continue reading Church According to Scripture
Hope Eternal
The Lord of Heaven and earth has come in the flesh to liberate mankind from the bondage and curse of sin. His Kingdom is over an everlasting Kingdom. He came into the world as a man, laying down His exalted authority and power. He was a … Continue reading Hope Eternal
On The Trail Again
When I go hiking, it inevitably clears my mind. Being amidst God’s unaltered creation gives an awareness of being part of His creation and recognizing His nature. Scripture explains, “For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been … Continue reading On The Trail Again
John the Baptist
“I baptize you with water for repentance. But after me comes one who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Matthew 3:11) This is the prophecy of John, Cousin … Continue reading John the Baptist
The Power of God on Earth
Yeshua said He was returning to the Father so the Holy Spirit could come to God’s people. (John 16:7). What has the Holy Spirit done on Earth during the last 2000 years? Unlike Yeshua, who is the image of the invisible God, the Spirit is … Continue reading The Power of God on Earth
Holy Spirit Review
I have passion for more Holy Spirit in you, me and the world. I don’t apologize for this, but I don’t want to repeat myself, more than a little, so I have prepared an index, in no particular order, of our exhortations of the Spirit, … Continue reading Holy Spirit Review
Apologetic for the Spirit
A friend asked me, “What do you think is the evidence of the Lord removing the Candlestick from a church as referenced in Revelation 2:5?” My immediate impression was this is extremely serious and denotes the death of a church. The Candlestick represents the Holy … Continue reading Apologetic for the Spirit
Historical Fiction Wondered
I was reading, “Why Revival Tarries”, by Leonard Ravenhill. As he recommended unction, spiritual fervor, passion, rather than mere emotionalism, I recalled Paul and Silas singing hymns in prison. I imagined their conversation. Paul asks, “Silas, are you OK from the flogging?” Yes, I can’t … Continue reading Historical Fiction Wondered
Word of Wisdom
“Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit,” (1 Corinthians 12:7-8) I received a … Continue reading Word of Wisdom
Sin in the Camp
“This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the Lord.” (Jeremiah 17:5) The church has placated the lost; acquiescing to their accusations the Bible is irrelevant today; … Continue reading Sin in the Camp
Hope’s Substance
Imagine if you got a message from a reliable source that the problem you’re facing would be gone soon. Recently, I went to a doctor who told me, “I think this will clear up in a few weeks. I don’t think you should be concerned; … Continue reading Hope’s Substance
Thoughts On The Path
When we come before the Judgment seat of Messiah, we will be naked, empty handed and an accounting will be required. The books will be opened and every careless word and selfish motive, every denial of knowing Yeshua, every evil act clear and plain for … Continue reading Thoughts On The Path
Confidence of Faith
God told Saul certain things would happen after He was anointed king, including, “The Spirit of the Lord will come powerfully upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be changed into a different person. Once these signs are fulfilled, do whatever … Continue reading Confidence of Faith
Evidence Of Spirit
Yeshua (Jesus’ Hebrew name) told Nicodemus in reply to his questions, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.…Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born … Continue reading Evidence Of Spirit
Relax
One of the best things you can do is relax. I don’t mean take a vacation or spend a lot of money to go to a fancy resort. Stress is killing us slowly and making us more miserable than we know. This world and its … Continue reading Relax
Can a Christian Lose His Salvation?
Whether a Christian can lose his salvation is an often debated issue. In the extreme views, some Christians live in fear that they can live a devoted life to God and then fall into sin at death and lose their salvation. Others boast in their … Continue reading Can a Christian Lose His Salvation?
Spiritual Warmup
I’m preparing for a new breakthrough in Spirit led prayer. Since the natural comes before the spiritual, (1 Cor. 15:46), some natural warm up might be appropriate. We might greet, then stretch, move about, brief minor calisthenics of the body, work out any stiffness, get … Continue reading Spiritual Warmup
A Passion For God
“A Passion For God” by Lyle Dorsett is a biography of A. W. Tozer. Tozer, a Christian and Missionary Alliance pastor, is probably best know for writing the classic book “The Pursuit of God” calling Christians to a more closer intimacy with God. Tozer was … Continue reading A Passion For God
Proof of God Denied
In Acts chapters 3 and 4, we are presented with a complete demonstration of the power of God in the new covenant age – the power of the name, Yeshua Messiah. Peter and John commanded healing to a man born lame, who was now over … Continue reading Proof of God Denied
One God Triune
We were casually referencing God and my nine year old granddaughter said, “Jesus said, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'” I asked her where this was in the Bible and she said, … Continue reading One God Triune
Near to god
I don’t feel God is close, I can’t see, touch, smell, hear, or taste Him, as He is not physical or subject to my senses. However, God’s word tells me He is near, via Holy Spirit. I believe the Word and I have sensed in … Continue reading Near to god
Avoid Disqualification
“Let no one disqualify you, insisting on asceticism and worship of angels, going on in detail about visions, puffed up without reason by his sensuous mind, and not holding fast to the Head, from whom the whole body, nourished and knit together through its joints … Continue reading Avoid Disqualification
our heart a spirit house
“And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.” (Eph. 2:22 Many years ago a tract, (a short message printed to hand-out) was written by Robert Munger, entitled, “My Heart Christ’s Home”. It is … Continue reading our heart a spirit house
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