There’s Joy While Waiting Maya Jo Leon [Last Edit: 10/31/2015] Copyright 2015 by Maya Jo Leon Public domain. Website: notmocked.com YouTube & Email: Unless otherwise noted, Scriptures come from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible. The cover image is from Wikimedia Commons, Supper at Emmaus by Matthias Stom. 3 5 Contents Preface ........................................................................................................... 6 1. WORD: The Queen Listens ............................................................... 7 Maya Makes a Mess, by Rutu Modam ....................................... 11 2. WORD: The Queen Obeys ............................................................... 30 We Will Rock You, by Queen .................................................... 30 We are the Champions, by Queen ............................................ 36 3. WORD: It’s a Parable ...................................................................... 42 4. WORD: It’s for U.S. & the World..................................................... 62 5. WORD: It’s a Flambé....................................................................... 72 WORD ...................................................................................... 73 Scriptures for WORD................................................................ 84 The Pantry ................................................................................................ 100 6 Preface As the third book in the series, you should only be reading it after having read the first two. If you don’t follow the order God has laid out, it is more than likely that you won’t be able to see God’s hand in this. That’s true even if you’re a born again Christian because you won’t be acknowledging that God is using me the way that He is and, therefore, not doing what He says, “believ[ing] on him whom he hath sent” (John 6:29). First of all, Jesus meant that we were/are to believe on Him. But because He said that He would be sending prophets (Matt. 23:24), He also meant that the Vessels of Mercy should believe on them as well, which they mostly haven’t done, and they certainly haven’t done it with me—even though it’s obvious that He’s using me. As I’ve been repeating repeatedly, it’s a theme of the Bible playing out summed up in 2 Thessalonians 2:1011. Since Christians haven’t really loved the truth, God has blinded them. Therefore, for your own sake, I highly recommend that you don’t read this book until you’ve read WORD: We Asked for It! and WORD: For Such a Time as This, lining up your life with the Bible as you go. There’s an 18 year trail behind me of professing Christians who have ruined and/or wasted their lives away because the WORD of God is true and “He taketh the wise in their own craftiness” (1 Cor. 3:19). Moreover, they don’t even realize their lives are ruined or that they’re the ones who ruined them, but blame others for it. In this book, as with the last one, I’ll be showing you how I’ve applied the WORD of God as I followed the Lord. In other words, as I followed Him, He opened up some resources to me, three of which I spell out for you in the first two chapters of this book. But in order to make the connections, you have to be born again and in right fellowship with God. If you’re not, it will just seem like foolishness to you because that’s the system God has set up. In order to be able to hear His voice and connect the dots between what the Bible says and what He’s saying through the world around you, you have to have His Spirit within and not be in rebellion against Him as Christianity Today is as a whole. God says, “The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned” (1 Cor. 2:14). The “natural” man is one who either does not have God’s Spirit within or who lives as if they don’t by continuing to sin against God—thoroughly explained in the first two books as well as in the main video on my website, which you should have also already watched. Besides opening up the secular resources in this book and interpreting them from God’s perspective as relayed to me through His Spirit, I provide a modern day parable and tie that in to what God has been doing with the United States and purposes to do with us, the U.S., which summarize what we’ve done and haven’t done and what God is doing, will be doing. As noted with the previous books and on the main video, there is a load of repetition (just as there is in the Bible) since God’s people are so dense and slow to believe God. But it’s also because God is using me to reach out to people who have not known anything of the Bible or of true Christianity, other than through the mess they’ve seen in the professing Christians they know, and through the media—a very twisted image of the truth. In one sense God is having me cater to them, while in another, God is having me speak to those who actually do know the Bible. By giving me these two very difference groups as my ‘audience,’ God is using me to minister to all while at the same time rebuking all—since all need and deserve both, the teaching and the rebuke. Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen. —1 Timothy 1:17 7 1 WORD: The Queen Listens Jesus said, “This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations and then shall the end come” (Matt. 24:14). Christian IOWA (Idiots Out Wandering Around) think this is nearly accomplished when it hasn’t even started yet! A gospel made up of thousands of denominations and false doctrines has been preached, but not “this" gospel of sound biblical doctrine, the one He was talking about (1 John 2:4-6; Matt. 28:19-20). Moreover, this truth would be very discouraging if not for our amazing communications network. Yet, because of it, which has ultimately been provided by God (James 1:17), once this message takes hold, it’ll be ‘a heartbeat’ before the true gospel will be preached around the world. Then the end will come—the next phase of the end. So while Christianity Today is preaching that the next phase of the end is one man, the antichrist, rising up and taking us into the tribulation period, this is what the Bible says: For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall shew signs and wonders, to seduce, if it were possible, even the elect. But take ye heed: behold, I have foretold you all things. But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, And the stars of heaven shall fall, and the powers that are in heaven shall be shaken. And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory. And then shall he send his angels, and shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from the uttermost part of the earth to the uttermost part of heaven. Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near: So ye in like manner, when ye shall see these things come to pass, know that it is nigh, even at the doors. Verily I say unto you, that this 8 generation shall not pass, till all these things be done. Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away. But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father. Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is. For the Son of Man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch. Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning: Lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping. And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch (Mark 13:22-37). The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity; And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth. Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear (Matt. 13:41-43, my emphasis). In short, taking both sets of Scripture while not denying one or the other, this seems to be closer to the order God has planned, keeping in mind that prophecy works like a mountain range: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. False Christs and false prophets arise (and it should be clear by now they have arisen and continue to rise). The tribulation begins. Angels weed out “all things that offend” because of the latter rain. Revival at hand, the righteous shine forth as one under the lordship of Christ, the Father answering the Lord’s High Priestly Prayer (John 17:21). Jesus comes back the same way He left, just as He said He would (Acts 1:11); Jesus gathers up His elect. The tribulation continues. Obviously, I’m speculating. As I’ve said, until the born again learn to work together under the lordship of Jesus Christ, we will not have 100% clarity. In fact, it’s really pointless trying to figure it out. At the same time, God has backed up what I’m saying, shared in this book and the next. In fact, I wouldn’t share MY OPINION with anyone since it is only speculation over which I have loads of questions about. But He has pressured me into sharing it by having backed me up, and by having repeatedly rebuked me (for lacking faith, not wanting to share it). And since He’s bigger than I am, I’m obeying. Plugging in the Josephine prophecy and what we know of history, that there are seasons of prosperity and of dearth, I discern that as God wakes up His people and convicts them to actually walk in the truth, healing and prosperity will come overall around the world. For example, when Americans and others refuse to live above their means at the expense of others, as we currently do, and also live sacrificially as they did in the books of Acts, for example, the wealth and health of all evens out. This is something done by choice and for the glory of God, not by coercion for the benefit of a few. As with Joseph of the Old Testament, the season of peace and prosperity was very real, but also short lived, just as it was in the New Testament. In any case, to stress the point that we always need to be ready, one day while working on the original book and doing laundry it sounded and felt like a bomb had gone off. Living 25 minutes from the White House, I had my thoughts as I watched our pets acting weird and it sounded like someone was throwing weights around upstairs— while the house moved. A vision then flashed in my attic. When I was four, I had been playing in my father’s closet so that I was wearing his combat boots when something similar happened so that my brother and sister ran out of the house quick as lightning while I slowly made my way down the spiral staircase with the massive boats strapped to my feet. So this time, unencumbered, I walked back to my desk and Googled, ‘Earthquake Maryland 2011’ and instantly had my answer from the Geological Survey while the house still moved! (Unlike Chile and California, we don’t get earthquakes here.) And yet, I was—at that moment—experiencing a 5.8. That’s FAST. And it's exactly God’s Point: See that ye refuse not him that speaketh. For if they escaped not who refused him that spake on earth, much more shall not we escape, if we turn away from him that speaketh from heaven: Whose voice then shook the earth: but now he hath promised, saying, Yet once more I shake not the earth only, but also heaven (Heb. 12:25-26). YouTube When Heaven Calls Nicole C. Mullen. Having heard the Lord tell me to give Ken a draft of the book, the same Sunday that I was handing it to them, Ken’s mentor preached a sermon encouraging prophets that they would experience joy while waiting. So, as I waited for them to respond and repent—still waiting (2 Tim. 3:13)—I experienced great joy with the resources God had provided for them, which were really for me (as God had prophesied in the mentor’s sermon) since they didn’t repent, which God knew would happen. Therefore, since they didn’t repent, Ken & Co. didn’t get anything God provided, including a music video which is super funny, to line up with what God had had Ken’s mentor preach about prophets (me) experiencing joy while waiting. I needed that laugh because I’d thought that with the book, pastors would finally see God’s hand—it being such a no brainer. I’d also thought it because of something God had spoken to me the year before about just having to wait "a year." (Testimony shared in the last book.) Except God’s view of time is not AT ALL like mine! (2 Pet. 3:8). Even though I'd begged God with tears that He would soon deliver us, and He had clearly stated "a year," and confirmed, in many ways, that I’d been hearing from Him, several years later I'm still waiting! The Rat (Isa. 45:7; Rom. 8:1; Isa. 40:31). And yet, because of everything God was showing me, I was discerning (trying NOT to see it) that pastors still wouldn’t get it. For example, obeying the Lord, I wrote to Ken’s mentor and hoped he would get it even if Ken didn’t. Then talking to Buddy, out of the corner of my eye I saw two elderly Church leaders talking on TV, very concerned about how “these pastors are doing all 9 these programs rather than actually repenting and getting right with God.” In their discussion, they mentioned a program of “forty days.” made it clear, and then confirmed it with the song, that they wouldn’t get it! (I’d given myself just a little bit of a lobotomy.) Later—since it kept nagging at me (Gal. 5:25)—I Googled the mentor’s congregation and saw that they were doing that very program, ‘40 Days in the Word’—a Purpose Driven thing. What a HUGE let down! But it was also confirmation of what I’d been discerning from the Lord, that they wouldn’t get it, even with the whole book and the resources presented in this section—deaf, dumb, and blind to the Truth! (2 Thess. 2:10-11). And since they’re SO comatose, I find the song all the more funny—besides sickening (Nah. 1:2). Most people look at vengeance as something they have to do to hurt others physically, socially, or financially, when God has said that He’ll take care of it (Rom. 12:19). And He likes humiliating those who dishonor Him (James 4:6)—and I’m like, GO GOD! Because when God makes fun of those who dishonor Him and hurt children, I find it EXTREMELY satisfying. A FILE FOR YOUR ATTIC: Throughout the Old Testament God has the prophet speak to leadership even though He knows they won't 'get' what the prophet says. God's purpose in it is primarily two-fold. On the one hand, it's about the prophet obeying God nonetheless. And in the other hand, it’s about God revealing to those people—for a later time— how He had warned them to repent but they had refused. So this is how God provided the funny song while He was having me reach out to Ken & Co. It was Thursday morning and my daughter wanted to know how the Wednesday night service had gone. Were they getting it? So I said, “I dunno…Maybe...They might be coming around. (Silence). If ever SO slooooooooooowly.” Disappointed, she went off to the university while I sat down at my computer. Doing so, I received a music video she had sent me the day before. Knowing these guys would not get it any time soon, and that He was calling me to do yet another overhaul of the book (6th major one at the time)—something else I was trying hard NOT to see for being SO TOTALLY spent and sick of sitting here in my room on my computer, by myself, day after day, year after year, trusting, waiting, hoping against ALL odds—with no clan, no friends, no job, no money, everyone in this house at their wits end, and Church leadership such a cold blooded Shipwreck, the Lord inspired me to keep going, knowing just what it takes for me. He made me laugh with Him at them (John 12:26). In fact, His hand is so obvious I then thought they’d at least ‘get’ the song, repent, and also laugh with the Lord. Even though God had 10 It’s biblical (Ps. 139:21). So, at God’s impeccable timing—grieved, sad, exhausted, and sickened by Ken & Co. and the Harlot Abusive BRAT—I clicked on this video and knew in two seconds that the Lord was behind it, completely changing my mood. If you don’t find it gut-wrenching funny, you don’t know the Lord very well or at all. It’s a riot, how He’s making fun of His Church! It would be heartbreaking except He’s in control and working it all out (Rom. 8:28). (If you understood the mess we’re in, and didn’t walk by faith trusting God, you’d go insane.) It’s the video with two guys with yellow and blue helmets. The Girl in question is, of course, the Lord’s Bride—the Beloved spoiled, lazy, lying, selfabsorbed, abusive and promiscuous harlot BRAT! The ‘official’ version is the funny one, the one to watch. Though you should go to eLyrics.net to make sure you catch all the words. The song is Needing Getting by OK Go. But the last words in the lyrics and video are different. Maybe you’ll get it. YouTube OK Go Needing Getting Official Video. Uploaded by OK Go. The Spirit on the Royal Mess Having heard from the Lord through Ken’s mentor that I needed to wait while I’d get to experience some joy, and discerning I was in for another overhaul and much longer wait than I’d expected, I decided to head to the beach for a break before regrouping and plowing ahead. And since it’s a two and a half hour drive, I went to the library to get a book on CD for my road trip. And since God often has something for me in the sale section, I asked Him to make it clear to me if He did—and He did. Because as soon as I stepped into the room that has stuff for sale I saw the children’s book, Maya Makes a Mess by Rutu Modan, making it clear that God was probably answering my prayer since it had my name on it. And knowing God’s fun side, I was smiling right away since it’s a children’s cartoon. Then, looking over the cover, I immediately knew it was a prophetic WORD for God’s royally messed up Church, presented in the Lord’s royally funny manner. You should get a copy to see the Lord’s great sense of humor and better understand what He’s going on about. He’s so much fun! (John 15:15). Actually, after I’ve finished the books and created some of the key videos for the website and YouTube, I’ll make a slide show of it and call it Maya’s Makes a Mess and place it on my playlist Secular Resources God is Using. Through this cartoon book, God reveals/confirms what I’m saying and how He’s tied my life into it. For example, in the back there’s a picture of this little mouse putting on massive boots, tying in to what I was doing when the earthquake hit when I was little, in turn, tying in to God’s point about how much time the elect will have (are having) to prepare who don’t soon repent. It also ties in to a reference I make somewhere about all of us being mice (like chicken, cowards). I also happen to live in hiking boots—always ready to kick whatever needs kickin’ outta the way (Eph. 6:12) because there’s some “news” God wants me to get across (Isa. 52:7; Rom. 10:15) and I’m not willing to let Satan’s tactics stop me. No accident there’s a little demon in the back of the book. (And I don’t literally kick people around as one “mature” Christian IOWA ‘discerned!’ I was speaking metaphorically!) Before I spell out the book, I need to preface with a bit of information. Mentioned in the previous book, overlapping with the Ken season, the Lord had the very difficult season with the young man to whom we said “Goodbye,” and of whom the Lord prophesied as being a leader in the Church and also like the Titanic, like the boat and the titanically dimwitted iceberg-cold Church—so I dubbed him The Titanic. Due in great part to the sins of the Church, The Titanic had left the Church a few years before with the prayer that if God wanted him back He would use someone to draw him back, which in a roundabout God-like twisted manner landed him before me for discipleship (Isa. 55:8-9). But, again, because of the BRAT, his own wicked heart (Jer. 17:9), and God’s higher purposes (Rom. 8:28), he still didn’t turn around. YouTube It Takes a Little Time Amy Grant. At the beginning of the season with The Titanic, the Lord had had a six foot thick black snake on my path, right in the middle so I couldn’t avoid it. And it’s exactly how that season played out. And guess what, I’m not into snakes (Gen. 3:1; John 8:44). Then as the season of reaching out to Ken began, the Lord had a one footer right smack in front of me on the trail. This little one was really cute—super tiny with pretty little markings. Laying there on the grass so small against my shadow, it looked like it might be dead. But when I reached down to touch it to see if it was actually dead, he got all puffy and mean looking! He was so little, trying to look so mean! What a cutie pie! He was trying to trick me—just like Ken & Co. were about to do (James 4:17). Discerning God’s prophetic meaning, I understood it would be a hard season there being a snake involved, aka Satan. And it was! And in all the years I’ve been hiking, which I do several times a week (did before we put my dog down), I’ve seen less than a handful of snakes. Except I saw another one in July of 2013, only it was a complete six foot skeleton. And I sure like that prophesy! While some people hate my humor and/or analogies, they’re offended because their lives don’t line up with God’s WORD. They’re guilty (John 3:19), and comatose blind (Rev. 3:1-3)—as God has clearly pointed out using Ken, one who should have listened to what God was telling Him through me (John 13:20)—as with the rest. As parents, when our child does wrong, we have to balance out the severity of the situation with love—which is really hard for us sinners to get right. But God, our holy Father, has it right. While He has a SEVERE rebuke for His children today, especially for Church leaders—He’s doing it in a way that softens the blow without watering down the rebuke. So if you’re offended, make sure 11 you’re not in the wrong. (You are!) And if all you see are coincidences, make sure you’ve actually done your Homework. (You haven’t!) Matt. 18:3 Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. For instance, someone (an unbeliever) rationalized to me that since the storyline of Jesus Christ is such a common theme, making connections between the Bible and other stories is no big deal. But if you rationalize that God is NOT in this and using me, woe to you! You’re blind! (Rom. 1:17). Isa. 54:5 For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name. Living by faith, I love to see what the Lord’s up to. And those humble enough to acknowledge their sins are gonna start getting into it too. So get the book and/or tune in to Maya’s mess. If you’re serious about getting to know your Creator and being right with Him, this is a great way to do it. And if you think you’re born again, you should definitely be getting serious. And if you think God is non-existent, a baby Jesus, or a stuffy ol’ fogey, think again! To walk with the Lord, walk in the Spirit, to be a follower of Christ, means that you are able to ‘connect the dots’ between the Bible and what God is saying in the world around you as it applies to the times in which we live—however He chooses to connect the dots. “The LORD of hosts hath sworn, saying, Surely as I have thought, so shall it come to pass; and as I have purposed, so shall it stand” (Isa. 14:24). It doesn’t matter whether or not we approve. He’s God and does what He wants. Maya Makes a Mess, by Rutu Modan I’ll go page by page, picture by picture ‘interpreting it’ something like the way Joseph interpreted Pharaoh’s dreams. The Cover: This peculiar (Titus 2:14) child (Matt. 18:3) is stuck between the Queen (Isa. 54:5; Eph. 5:23) and the King (Rev. 19:16), our Commander in Chief (Ex. 15:3). Titus 2:14 [Jesus] gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. 12 Eph. 5:23 For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church. Rev. 19:16 He hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS. Ex. 15:3 The LORD is a man of war. They’re at a banquet. Rev. 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. The Queen (the Church) is giving Maya/me a pretty dirty look (Matt. 24:12), while the Commander eyeballs the girl (Jer. 17:10), who’s a bit scared of Him (Hos. 10:31). Matt. 24:12 Because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. Jer. 17:10 I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings. Heb. 10:31 It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Just the same, Maya inhales her Food (Jer. 15:16), eyes on the Commander (2 Chron. 20:12), more afraid of Him (Luke 12:5) than she is of the Queen (Ps. 56:11). Jer. 15:16 Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts. 2 Chron. 20:12 O our God, wilt thou not judge them? for we have no might against this great company that cometh against us; neither know we what to do: but our eyes are upon thee. Luke 12:5 Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell. Ps. 56:11 In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do unto me. Maya’s favorite sauce is on the table which I’d written about in the original book, now in the latter part of this book (Rom. 8:28; 1 Cor. 10:16). Rom. 8:28 We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 1 Cor. 10:16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? Front Matter: Fat dogs just hang around (Isa. 56:10-11; Rev. 22:15). Isa. 56:10-11 His watchmen are blind: they are all ignorant, they are all dumb dogs, they cannot bark; sleeping, lying down, loving to slumber. Yea, they are greedy dogs which can never have enough, and they are shepherds that cannot understand: they all look to their own way, every one for his gain. Rev. 22:15 Without are dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie. First Title Page: You can tell Maya’s having fun (Neh. 8:10) while, at the same time, being a follower and a servant (John 12:26). Neh. 8:10 He said…send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our LORD: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength. John 12:26 If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour. Maya’s got some funky looking feet (Isa. 52:7). Isa. 52:7 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth! Maya’s responsible for quite a load, that's pretty messy (2 Cor. 11:28; Isa. 53:1). 2 Cor. 11:28 Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches. Isa. 53:1 Who hath believed our report? and to whom is the arm of the LORD revealed? Second Title Page: Maya eats like a pig! (Ps. 34:8; Rom. 1:16). Ps. 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. Rom. 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. The Lord was making fun of me since my fast got trashed, Ken and all Church leadership being what they are (Isa. 3:15). Isa. 3:15 What mean ye that ye beat my people to pieces, and grind the faces of the poor? saith the Lord GOD of hosts. I also pork out because I lack faith and am overdosing on loneliness and boredom (Ps. 37:7). I do eat like my counterpart (in quantity) and, therefore, resemble the fat queen (in blubbery). Ps. 37:7 Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. 13 Copyright Page: The book the Lord had me Page 5: Maya’s parents—representing Church write, now the series, has a huge section about cooking, two actually (Matt. 26:19), and doing it properly (Rev. 22:18-19). leaders (elders)—are rebuking her (Matt. 16:21; John 15:20). Matt. 26:19 The disciples did as Jesus had appointed them; and they made ready the passover. Rev. 22:18-19 For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book. Though published in 2012 God provided it for me in 2012 for just 26 cents even though priced at $12.95. It’s like salvation. To us, it’s a freebie (Eph. 2:8-9) which cost Him plenty (Luke 22:44; Mark 15:34). Yet we still have some work to do to be right with Him (Phil. 2:12; 2 Cor. 13:5). Eph. 2:8-9 By grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. Luke 22:44 Being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great drops of blood falling down to the ground. Mark 15:34 At the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? Phil 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved…now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 2 Cor. 13:5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates? 14 Matt. 16:21 From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must…suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes. John 15:20 The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you. They don’t like how she shoves her food (John 6:55) down her throat (Mark 7:2) and lets it fall on the floor for the dog (Matt. 15:27), while they eat “properly” (Mark 7:5-7). John 6:55 [Jesus says] My flesh is meat indeed. Mark 7:2 When they saw some of his disciples eat bread with defiled, that is to say, with unwashen, hands, they found fault. Matt. 15:27 The dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters' table. Mark 7:5-7 The Pharisees and scribes asked him, Why walk not thy disciples according to the tradition of the elders, but eat bread with unwashen hands? He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me. Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men. Because of how they are (Jer. 18:12), Maya gets an attitude (Mark 3:5). Jer. 18:12 They said, There is no hope: but we will walk after our own devices, and we will every one do the imagination of his evil heart. Mark 3:5 He…looked round about on them with anger…grieved for the hardness of their hearts. Page 6: Maya’s parents (representing Church leadership) don’t let her do anything. No matter what she does it’s not right in their eyes (Matt. 13:57 & 23:34), which has been my life (Prov. 17:22). Matt. 13:57 They were offended in him. But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house. Matt. 23:34 I send unto you prophets, and wise men, and scribes: and some of them ye shall kill and crucify; and some of them shall ye scourge in your synagogues, and persecute them from city to city. Prov. 17:22 A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. Page 7: With so many rules that don’t make sense—since they’re NOT in the Bible—Maya really gets an attitude. Especially since the man, (Pastor) is so aloof. Ironically, he has Maya consider her manners (1 Tim. 1:5-7; Matt. 23:13). 1 Tim. 1:5-7 The end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned: From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling; Desiring to be teachers of the law; understanding neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm. Matt. 23:13 But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in. This is exactly what they did with Jesus (Matt. 15:1-3), and what Ken and Eagle did by ignoring their need to repent, focusing instead on my past. Matt. 15:1-3 Then came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees…saying, Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders?...But he answered…Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition? The doorbell rings while they’re dining (Joel 2:1). It’s what the Lord is now doing through this series (Matt. 24:44) as His Harlot Bride Communion unbiblically (1 Cor. 11:29-31). takes Joel 2:1 Blow ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain: let all the inhabitants of the land tremble: for the day of the LORD cometh, for it is nigh at hand. Matt. 24:44 For in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. 1 Cor. 11:29-31 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged. The door (John 10:7) says Ding Dong! an expression that means, 'What a Dummy!' Or 'Hhhellooo? Is ANY body home?' God is using it because His people—especially in leadership— are so dense (Jer. 6:17; Matt. 15:16). John 10:7 Said Jesus unto them again, Verily, verily, I say unto you, I am the door of the sheep. Jer. 6:17 I set watchmen over you, saying, Hearken to the sound of the trumpet. But they said, We will not hearken. Matt. 15:16 Jesus said, Are ye also yet without understanding? It’s time to ANSWER the Door! (John 10:9). John 10:9 I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved, and shall go in and out, and find pasture. Pages 8: A messenger (Heb. 13:2, YLT) has come with news (Luke 2:10), an invitation (Matt. 11:28-29), which takes them all by surprise (Matt. 24:43). Heb. 13:2, YLT Of the hospitality be not forgetful, for through this unawares certain did entertain messengers. Luke 2:10 The angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 15 Matt. 11:28-29 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. It’s how the Lord saved my soul, detailed in the last book. Matt. 24:43 If the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up. 2 Tim. 2:13 If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself. While it’s a royal messenger (Matt. 23:34) with an invitation to a royal dinner party (1 Pet. 2:9; Rev. 19:9), the head of the home (Church leadership) is annoyed that their measly dinner is being disrupted! (Matt. 22:2-8). Matt. 23:34 Wherefore, behold, I send unto you prophets, and wise men, and scribes. 1 Pet. 2:9 Ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. Rev. 19:9 Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. Matt. 22:2-8 The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son, And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding: and they would not come. Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto the marriage. But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise: And the remnant took his servants, and entreated them spitefully, and slew them. But when the king heard thereof, he was wroth: and he sent forth his armies, and destroyed those murderers, and burned up their city. Then saith he to his servants, The wedding is ready, but they which were bidden were not worthy. Even though these kingdom subjects haven’t been paying attention (Rev. 3:1), the poor dog— representing the lost—still gets fed (2 Tim. 2:13). 16 Rev. 3:1 I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Page 9: The invitation is for tonight (Heb. 3:15; 2 Cor. 6:2). Heb. 3:15 To day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts. 2 Cor. 6:2 Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. It’s really the King making the invitation since the man is a step above the woman (Eph. 5:22). Eph. 5:22 Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord. Maya’s comment about having eaten and the messenger’s reply refer to how we're to feed on God 24/7 (Deut. 11:18-20 & 32:47). Deut. 11:18-20 Therefore shall ye lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul, and bind them for a sign upon your hand, that they may be as frontlets between your eyes. And ye shall teach them your children, speaking of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. And thou shalt write them upon the door posts of thine house, and upon thy gates. Deut. 32:47 For it is not a vain thing for you; because it is your life. Christians, at best, snack on God (Ps. 50:16). Ps. 50:16 Unto the wicked God saith, What hast thou to do to declare my statutes, or that thou shouldest take my covenant in thy mouth? Besides, the King rules (Prov. 19:21). Prov. 19:21 There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand. Pages 10 & 11: From the airplane (Rev. 11:12), as the messenger gets things started (Isa. 42:9), Maya waves goodbye to her parents, disbelieving antichrists and professing Christian antichrists (2 Cor. 2:14). Rev. 11:12 They heard a great voice from heaven saying unto them, Come up hither. Isa. 42:9 Behold, the former things are come to pass, and new things do I declare: before they spring forth I tell you of them. 2 Cor. 2:14 The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. Maya’s leaving them behind (Ps. 119:99) for the kingdom (Luke 17:21). Ps. 119:99 I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation. Luke 17:21 Neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God is within you. As she sets to leave them behind, they hold out some things for her, wrongly focusing on little nothings (Matt. 23:24) while neglecting the important stuff (Eph. 6:14-15). Matt. 23:24 Ye blind guides, which strain at a gnat, and swallow a camel. Eph. 6:14-15 Having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace. Her funky feet and manner sum up how God is having me bring this Good News. For example, in Friend or Foe? God made the point with a PRETTY LITTLE DRESS (Rev. 3:18) on a funny little ‘person.’ Rev. 3:18 I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear; and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou mayest see. While God is making fun of all, especially Church leadership (Ps. 2:4, YLT), He’s making fun of me personally because He gave me the book the week my youngest moved to campus having transferred from community college. A few years younger than the norm, I was freaking out and trying not to be the crazy helicopter mom. It’s funny because I did a great job keeping it all in, yet here He goes and makes fun of me anyhow knowing exactly how I was feeling inside (Ps. 139:1-4). Ps. 2:4, YLT He who is sitting in the heavens doth laugh, The Lord doth mock at them. Ps. 139:1-4 O lord, thou hast searched me, and known me. Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether. The messenger (Ex. 23:20) says there’s no time to waste (Jer. 18:7-8) even though the King controls all and, therefore, has all the time in the world (Rev. 1:8). But we’re on His schedule, not ours. Ex. 23:20 Behold, I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the way, and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared. Jer. 18:7-8 At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it; If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. Rev. 1:8 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty. 17 The Lord is making fun of all of us because we all get mad at Him for not taking any action (Job 30:20) or for taking so long to act (Lam. 5:20; 2 Pet. 3:4), but when He does take action, we drag our feet! (Gen. 19:16). Job 30:20 I cry unto thee, and thou dost not hear me: I stand up, and thou regardest me not. Lam. 5:20 Wherefore dost thou forget us for ever, and forsake us so long time? 2 Pet. 3:4 Where is the promise of his coming? for since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation. Gen. 19:16 While [Lot] lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand, and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters; the LORD being merciful unto him: and they brought him forth, and set him without the city. Page 12: Maya is having a moment of trepidation (Phil. 2:12) as she considers dining with the Queen knowing her manners and the Queen’s differ greatly (Jer. 11:19). It’s exactly what was going on in my head since God had just asked me to begin ‘the routine’ with Ken. Phil. 2:12 Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. Jer. 11:19 I was like a lamb or an ox that is brought to the slaughter; and I knew not that they had devised devices against me, saying, Let us destroy the tree with the fruit thereof, and let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name may be no more remembered. Considering her/my hesitation—since I DID NOT want to address yet another leadership—she’s surprised when the flight attendant (Ps. 18:10) brings her refreshments (1 Kings 19:4-7). It’s how I felt with God’s song from OK Go and other things He did, surprised considering how rebellious I was feeling. If only I’d never met the Queen before! (If only She’d mind Her manners!) 18 Ps. 18:10 He rode upon a cherub, and did fly: yea, he did fly upon the wings of the wind. 1 Kings 19:4-7 It is enough; now, O LORD, take away my life; for I am not better than my fathers. And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat. And he looked, and, behold, there was a cake baken on the coals, and a cruse of water at his head. And he did eat and drink, and laid him down again. And the angel of the LORD came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee. In a song the Lord has me open up in the last book, there’s a point about the ‘Rides’ God takes me on as if they’ve all been manufactured by Mercedes-Benz who once made airplanes as Daimler-Benz. Essentially, God has nothing but the best for Maya (Ps. 84:11) even when it doesn’t look or feel like it (Rom. 8:28). This is a HUGE point He’s made in the Bible and with the lives of many. Watch The Fanny Crosby Story (2003) and read Christian bios. Ps. 84:11 The LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Rom. 8:28 All things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Page 13: On Captain’s orders (Heb. 2:10), the flight attendant warns all to buckle their seatbelts—cuz you’re in for a Ride! (2 Sam. 22:11). Heb. 2:10 [Jesus is] the captain of [our] salvation. 2 Sam. 22:11 He rode upon a cherub, and did fly: and he was seen upon the wings of the wind. But Maya’s not worried (1 John 4:18 & 4:8; Ps. 23:4). 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. 1 John 4:8 God is love. 1 John 2:15-17 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. Ps. 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. The plane is coming in for a landing as the Lord is coming again to our city/nation/world (2 Cor. 12:19-21; Rev. 3:11), having ‘sent’ me to prepare the way (Luke 3:4). 2 Cor. 12:20 For I fear, lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, and that I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lest there be debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults. Rev. 3:11 Behold, I come quickly. Luke 3:4 As it is written in the book of the words of Esaias the prophet, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Pages 14 & 15: A royal red carpet leads Maya to the Queen (the Church), while the band plays on (2 Chron. 29:30) and the Queen’s subjects and fat dogs stand by (Isa. 56:11). 2 Chron. 29:30 Hezekiah the king and the princes commanded the Levites to sing praise unto the LORD with the words of David, and of Asaph the seer. And they sang praises with gladness, and they bowed their heads and worshipped. Isa. 56:11 Yea, they are greedy dogs which can never have enough, and they are shepherds that cannot understand. As she’s greeted by the Queen, we see Maya is no different than anyone else (James 5:17) momentarily mesmerized by junk (James 4:4; 1 John 2:15-17). James 5:17 Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are. James 4:4 Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is Welcomed by the Queen who actually represents the King (Matt. 12:7), we see that the dogs (Ps. 22:16) and Queen’s children aren’t real keen on Maya (John 8:39). Matt. 12:7 If ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless. Ps. 22:16 For dogs have compassed me: the assembly of the wicked have inclosed me: they pierced my hands and my feet. John 8:39 If ye were Abraham's children, ye would do the works of Abraham. The Queen/God’s Church leads everyone into the banquet hall (Matt. 28:18-20), with Maya right behind her who’s getting some pretty disparaging looks since she TOTALLY does NOT fit in (Matt. 5:12; 1 Cor. 1:27-29). Matt. 28:18-20 Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Matt. 5:12 For so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. 1 Cor. 1:27-29 God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; And base things of the world, and things which are 19 despised, hath God chosen, yea, and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are: That no flesh should glory in his presence. In response to God’s promises and prayers (Heb. 7:25), the Party is finally about to get started (Isa. 2:4; Ps. 126). The announcement is made by the Queen (Esther 5:8). Heb. 7:25 Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them. Isa. 2:4 He shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. Psa. 126 When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them. The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad. Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south. They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. Esther 5:8 Come to the banquet. Page 15: While everyone is walking accompanied by someone, Maya walks alone enduring everyone’s contempt, as you can see by their faces (John 5:43). John 5:43 I am come in my Father's name, and ye receive me not: if another shall come in his own name, him ye will receive. Pages 16 & 17: Maya sits at the head of the court (Eph. 4:11-13) between the Commander in Chief/God and the Queen/the Church—where every prophet has sat (Ezek. 2:3; Isa. 48:16-17) and where the apostles sat (Acts 15:28). Eph. 4:11-13 He gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ: Ezek. 2:3 Son of man, I send thee to the children of Israel, to a rebellious nation that hath rebelled against me: they and their fathers have transgressed against me, even unto this very day. Isa. 48:16-17 Come ye near unto me, hear ye this; I have not spoken in secret from the beginning; from the time that it was, there am I: and now the Lord GOD, and his Spirit, hath sent me. Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the LORD thy God which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go. Acts 15:28 For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things. The Commander tells her when to speak (Rev. 22:10) and when not to speak (Rev. 10:4), just like Jesus didn’t act on His own initiative (John 5:1920). Rev. 22:10 He saith unto me, Seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book: for the time is at hand. Rev. 10:4 I was about to write: and I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Seal up those things which the seven thunders uttered, and write them not. John 5:19-20 The Son can do nothing of himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth 20 the Son likewise. For the Father loveth the Son, and sheweth him all things that himself doeth. Gal. 1:6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel. Everyone looks decent enough (1 Sam. 16:7), but they let dogs roam about freely (Hab. 1:3). Matt. 21:13 It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves. 1 Sam. 16:7 The LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. Hab. 1:3 Why dost thou shew me iniquity, and cause me to behold grievance? for spoiling and violence are before me: and there are that raise up strife and contention. Eph. 4:30 Grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. Page 20: Knowing what’s better (Ps. 34:8), Maya asks (1 John 5:14), and receives, having asked properly (Mark 11:24; James 4:3). They also include those at the table (1 Cor. 11:2627) who shouldn't be there (Rev. 2:20). Ps. 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. 1 Cor. 11:26-27 Whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. 1 John 5:14 This is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us. Rev. 2:20 I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication. Pages 18 & 19: Christians, beginning with Mark 11:24 What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. James 4:3 Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. leaders (1 Pet. 4:17), have made the Meal (John 6:48) look very unappealing (Matt. 23:13). However, waiting is hard, boring, lonely, and annoying (James 1:3-4). 1 Pet. 4:17 The time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God. James 1:3-4 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. John 6:48 I am that bread of life. Matt. 23:13 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in. Seeing the table before her (Ps. 23:5) Maya is shocked (Gal. 1:6) and highly disappointed (Matt. 21:13; Eph. 4:30). Ps. 23:5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies. But since she’s sure she’ll receive (Matt. 7:8; Heb. 11:6), she does wait (1 Pet. 5:6). Matt. 7:8 For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. Heb. 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. 1 Pet. 5:6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. 21 Receiving (Matt. 25:21), she’s very thankful (Luke 7:38) if not entirely humble (Rom. 3:10). Matt. 25:21 [My] lord said unto [me], Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord. Luke 7:38 And stood at his feet behind him weeping. While the lost elect, who are also represented by the noodles (Rom. 9:23), don’t know the answer to the Question (Acts 8:30-31)—especially those not born into a professing Christian home—God’s already got them covered (Rom. 8:29) though it doesn’t look like it yet (2 Tim. 2:10). Rom. 3:10 As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one. Rom. 9:23 The vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory. Page 21: This is The Million Dollar Question. The mess of noodles represents life in a fallen world (Gen. 3:6) with a Harlot Church/Queen (Ps. 106:39). Gen. 3:6 When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her; and he did eat. Ps. 106:39 Thus were they defiled with their own works, and went a whoring with their own inventions. The utensils and glasses represent religions, denominations, and philosophies people believe in order to grapple with life (Acts 17:23). Acts 17:23 For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you. The ketchup bottle represents that great Roman sauce, 828, a highlight of the culinary section in this book (which I’d written about before receiving the Maya book) and a highlight of the Bible (Rom. 8:28)—great because of what God did on our behalf, explaining its color (John 3:16). Rom. 8:28 We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 22 John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Acts 8:30-31 Esaias, and said, Understandest thou what thou readest? And he said, How can I, except some man should guide me? Rom. 8:29 He also did predestinate [them] to be conformed to the image of his Son. 2 Tim. 2:10 Therefore I endure all things for the elect's sakes, that they may also obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory. Page 22: The Commander pretends He doesn’t know what’s going on (Ps. 50:21), what needs to be done (John 6:5-6), and that He doesn’t even care (Isa. 54:7). Though He’s overseeing the whole thing (Ps. 94:9). Ps. 50:21 These things hast thou done, and I kept silence; thou thoughtest that I was altogether such an one as thyself: but I will reprove thee, and set them in order before thine eyes. John 6:5-6 When Jesus then lifted up his eyes, and saw a great company come unto him, he saith unto Philip, Whence shall we buy bread, that these may eat? And this he said to prove him: for he himself knew what he would do. Isa. 54:7 For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee. Ps. 94:9 He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? he that formed the eye, shall he not see? He’s actually eager to see His subject do what needs doing—slosh on that classic red sauce (1 John 1:7). the revelation of Jesus Christ; As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance. 1 John 1:7 If we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. Page 23: Digging in and porking out offends people (Matt. 5:11-12), Christian leaders especially (John 10:13; Phil. 2:21). The point that there isn’t a fork for these twisted noodles has to do with the fact that I’ve had to walk in unchartered territory since Jesus is the end of Old Testament style prophet (John 19:30; Heb. 1:1-2). Matt. 5:11-12 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. John 19:30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished. John 10:13 The hireling…careth not for the sheep. Heb. 1:1-2 God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds. Phil. 2:21 For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. Page 24: They don’t even say anything to the girl, they’re so offended. But I discern they’re also afraid (1 John 4:18). While He said He would continue to send prophets (Matt. 23:34), no one (including me) would have ever guessed He meant in this manner. 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. Matt. 23:34 Wherefore, behold, I send unto you prophets, and wise men, and scribes. The expression on that dog’s face is probably yours (Mark 1:22). And yet, the way to walk in it is the same as all the prophets have walked in it, by pigging out on God’s WORD (1 Pet. 1:10-14). Mark 1:22 They were astonished at his doctrine. 1 Pet. 1:10-14 Of which salvation the prophets have enquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you: Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. Unto whom it was revealed, that not unto themselves, but unto us they did minister the things, which are now reported unto you by them that have preached the gospel unto you with the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven; which things the angels desire to look into. Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at And yet, the King has done plenty of wild things before (Heb. 11), and for the same reason (Isa. 29:23-24). Heb. 11 (This is a sample, vs. 29-35.) By faith they passed through the Red sea as by dry land: which the Egyptians assaying to do were drowned. By faith the walls of Jericho fell down, after they were compassed about seven days. By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace. And what shall I more say? for the time would fail me to tell of Gedeon, and of Barak, and of Samson, and of Jephthae; of David also, and Samuel, and of the prophets: Who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained 23 promises, stopped the mouths of lions. Quenched the violence of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness were made strong, waxed valiant in fight, turned to flight the armies of the aliens. Women received their dead raised to life again: and others were tortured, not accepting deliverance; that they might obtain a better resurrection. Isa. 29:23-24 They shall sanctify my name, and sanctify the Holy One of Jacob, and shall fear the God of Israel. They also that erred in spirit shall come to understanding, and they that murmured shall learn doctrine. The Queen/the Church rebukes Maya, saying that no one’s ever eaten that way, not even in the "wilds" aka the wilderness (Matt. 4:1; Luke 5:16). No one God has used before has ever been this familiar with Him publicly while speaking on His behalf. We’ve also never before in history had all of these resources—the Bible, not only in book format, but as movies, in clips, with YouTube etc., all that He’s using in my ministry. Neither has a modern-day family gone to this extreme over Him outside of the 10/40 Window, and without any support whatsoever. Matt. 4:1 Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. Luke 5:16 [Jesus] withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed. My youngest and I joked for years about going to jail for God because of how it is (Rev. 2:4). Rev. 2:4 Thou [Christians] hast left thy first love. In fact, the night before God provided the Maya book, I’d shown my daughter something for this book to which she’d nodded, chuckled, and said, “You’re going to jail!” Whether that’s prophetic or not I don’t know, but I do know that prison is where the bulk of those most open to God in this nation are likely to be found, besides preschool! (Matt. 19:24; Matt. 18:3). Matt. 19:24 It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. 24 Matt. 18:3 Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. At the same time, since those who don’t know Jesus are antichrist, and born again Christians are dead asleep and also antichrist (Rev. 3:1), I’m already ‘in jail’ because there is absolutely no one with whom to fully communicate. Rev. 3:1 I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Page 25: The Queen takes the time to ask Maya questions. One fine day the elect, the Queen, will do the same and listen to the explanation, doing it through my ministry because, through it, you’ll realize you live in a haze. By listening, you’ll start hearing God’s voice confirming what I’m saying (Matt. 17:5). Matt. 17:5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. And the Queen/the Vessels of Mercy will do so because She really does actually love Food (John 6:66-68) since God predestined us for heaven (Rom. 9:22-23). John 6:66-68 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away? Then Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life. Rom. 9:22-23 God, willing to shew his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction: And that he might make known the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory. You can tell the Lady loves food because, as you can see, She is kinda chunky (Ps. 34:8). Ps. 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. It is “for heaven’s sake” that Maya gets questioned (Luke 11:2). Luke 11:2 When ye pray, say…Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth. The Queen will change Her ways (Dan. 11:35) and begin praying biblically (Ps. 51:10-13). Dan. 11:35 Some of them of understanding shall fall, [did fall] to try them, and to purge, and to make them white, even to the time of the end. Ps. 51:10-13 Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. Then will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee. As the Queen gets right with God, She’ll cause a commotion (Matt. 21:10) since She makes an announcement which everyone has to listen to due to the fact that She’s married to the King (Jer. 3:14), and represents Him (2 Cor. 5:20). Matt. 21:10 All the [world will be] moved, saying, Who is this? Making the changes, those dogs will get the Boot (Ezek. 34:10) as will whoever feeds them (1 Cor. 5:5; Matt. 16:18). Ezek. 34:10 Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against the shepherds; and I will require my flock at their hand, and cause them to cease from feeding the flock. 1 Cor. 5:5 Deliver such an one unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. Matt. 16:18 I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Eating like Maya (Deut. 12:32) the Church (Eph. 5:25-27) finally appreciates 828, and stops making excuses for not obeying God (Rom. 1:20). Deut. 12:32 What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it. Eph. 5:25-27 Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word, That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. Jer. 3:14 Turn, O backsliding children, saith the LORD; for I am married unto you: and I will take you one of a city, and two of a family, and I will bring you to Zion. Rom. 1:20 For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: 2 Cor. 5:20 We are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God. Notice that everyone named is part of the court, the Duke, the Princess, the Countess, and the Duchess (Rom. 8:16-17). Pages 26 & 27: As the elect obey the Queen/King and take on Maya’s eating habits, there’s a mess alright, since we’ve got a ton of changes to make to fix the mess we’ve made! (2 Kings 21:13). Rom. 8:16-17 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. 2 Kings 21:13 I will wipe [God’s Church] as a man wipeth a dish, wiping it, and turning it upside down. However, they all eat something different since they have a different calling (Eph. 2:10). Eph. 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, 25 which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. Naturally, the Queen is the biggest pig of all, that's what it means to be queen at something, in this case, Queen of the WORD (Matt. 23:11). Matt. 23:11 He that is greatest among you shall be your servant. A DETOUR: Morning Glory (2010) parallels this section. It’s what will happen since no one likes change. There’s a dying News station (the Church, Rev. 3:1-3 & Luke 4:43, see NIV) and some very proud men (Church leaders), and an underdog that works like a dog to bring something new from the old, with a childlike twist (2 Cor. 12:9; Ps. 98:1). In the movie, everyone's a skeptic until they see what the girl can do/has done. The point of double-mindedness and how foolish it is was made during Jesus’ last week on earth. First they cheered Him on (John 12:13), but in mere days yelled “Crucify Him!” (John 19:15). We’re still the same (Rom. 3:10; Jer. 17:9), and it's problematic (James 1:7-8). Page 28: God’s Queen will finally feel satisfied (Matt. 5:6) and stop living off junk food (Phil. 3:13-14). Matt. 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Phil. 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Pigging out does make Food (John 6:55) taste better (1 Tim. 4:8; Ps. 1:1-3). John 6:55 For my flesh is meat indeed, and my blood is drink indeed. 1 Tim. 4:8 Godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. 26 Ps. 1:1-3 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. From now on everyone in the kingdom will pork out “but only on holidays,” which means holy days which is actually every day (Ps. 118:24; Heb. 3:13). Ps. 118:24 This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Heb. 3:13 Exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin. Taking God at His WORD (Heb. 11:6), repenting (1 John 1:9; Isa. 30:22), stuffing themselves (Ps. 81:10), the elect will soon realize that what they’ve been doing hasn’t come remotely close to what God has been offering all along (Luke 6:38). Heb. 11:6 He that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Isa. 30:22 Ye shall defile also the covering of thy graven images of silver, and the ornament of thy molten images of gold: thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloth; thou shalt say unto it, Get thee hence. Ps. 81:10 Open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it. Luke 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again. So while Maya’s feet were funky looking, she brought very Good News with them (Rom. 10:15). Rom. 10:15 As it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things! Page 29: Having lived where they made Land O’ Lakes ice cream—which is also related to a VIP— I developed a taste for it. And in the first draft, in the culinary section, now in the latter part of this book, amazed at all God was showing me, I’d written, “Wow! I wonder what we get for dessert!” Then at Chincoteague for the weekend, I noticed the name of the ice cream shop, The Creamery. And since I was ‘getting creamed’ for the Lord at the time, I realized that is desert (Ezek. 11:19)—God will be melting everyone’s hearts and whipping them into shape. And since the Lord gave me a timeline where Jesus is the cherry on top (Isa. 30:18), I can break down the meaning of our desert. Isa. 30:18 The LORD is a God of judgment: blessed are all they that wait for him. The meaning of our dessert is that this message will be repeated by many means in this series because God is going all out to make His Point (Gen. 41:32). Gen. 41:32 For that the dream was doubled unto Pharaoh twice; it is because the thing is established by God, and God will shortly bring it to pass. Also, God’s presence will be increasingly magnified as we move forward, both individually and as a group (James 4:8). Ezek. 11:19 I will give them one heart, and I will put a new spirit within you; and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh, and will give them an heart of flesh. James 4:8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. So the culinary guys dressed in white bring in three monstrous platters of ice cream (Acts 1:1o; Heb. 1:13-14). You can see the time effect in the lower/lesser color clarity of the last pile of ice cream. It's further away so it's not as clear. Yet. The piles of ice cream also increase with time as the number of born again souls rises (Deut. 11:14; Job 29:23). Acts 1:10 While they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel. Heb. 1:13-14 The angels…Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation? However, it’s not just angels who bring in our dessert. It’s also God’s human Vessels of Mercy (Rev. 19:8). Deut. 11:14 I will give you the rain of your land in his due season, the first rain and the latter rain, that thou mayest gather in thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil. Job 29:23 And they waited for me as for the rain; and they opened their mouth wide as for the latter rain. Rev. 19:8 To her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints. And with each platter, the amount increases as do the number of cherries (Matt. 9:37). Matt. 9:37 The harvest truly is plenteous. 27 The Culinary Guys’ Shoes — In 1997 (the first time the Lord had me make 'prayer crafts') I made hundreds of pasta angel crafts for loads of people, praying for everyone for months as I made them. Instead of painting them white, I painted gave them different skin tones and different colored robes—like the different colored shoes on these guys (Acts 10:35; Isa. 2:2; Ps. 86:9; Rev. 5:9). The verse on this CRAFT says, “There is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents” (Luke 15:10). YouTube Amazing Grace – Different Languages. Uploaded by JHEFFDELEON. Acts 10:35 In every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. Isa. 2:2 And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the LORD's house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. Ps. 86:9 All nations whom thou hast made shall come and worship before thee, O Lord; and shall glorify thy name. Rev. 5:9 And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation. Page 30: Maya insists on getting home. I discern this mostly means I’m dying to get Home since Jesus is so much fun! (Phil. 1:21). And because I’m really sick of working alone, day after day, years on end, for a bunch of people who refuse to acknowledge the truth (1 Kings 19:4). Phil. 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 1 Kings 19:4 It is enough; now, O Lord, take away my life. It’s kinda funny. Working on this (8/26/2015) I realized that I have more work to do than I’d thought in order to regroup the books the way He wants etc., which means making adjustments on the website yada yada when I 28 already have a ton to do to fulfill this calling. This just never ends! So I was all boo hoo hooey and cried myself to sleep telling Him, asking Him, Since I’m so overweight and out of shape, couldn’t I just have a heart attack and drop dead, please. Then the next day on my way to the gym, David Jeremiah was on the radio babbling on and on misinterpreting the Bible as always when talking about the end times. Then he says, You won’t die until you have fulfilled God’s calling on your life! Oops, pop my bubble. But, it’s inspired to be back at it full force since there is a Light at the end of this tunnel. So while almost everyone happily waves goodbye to Maya, the youngest child won’t even face her for being too upset that she’s leaving (Matt. 18:4). Matt. 18:4 Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Page 31: As the Captain’s (Heb. 2:10) co-pilot (Mark 10:40), Maya waves goodbye and makes a statement about her elders' manners (Prov. 5:1213)—you haven't got any! Heb. 2:10 The captain of [ou]r salvation [is Jesus]. Mark 10:40 To sit on my right hand and on my left hand is not mine to give; but it shall be given to them for whom it is prepared. Prov. 5:12-13 [Church leaders will soon] say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof; And have not obeyed the voice of my teachers, nor inclined mine ear to them that instructed me! While everyone had been mad at Maya or offended by her until the very end, the fact is that the Captain/God invited me to the banquet and to sit next to Him (John 15:16; Matt. 22:14; Heb. 5:4). John 15:16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit. Matt. 22:14 For many are called, but few are chosen. Heb. 5:4 No man taketh this honour unto himself, but he that is called of God He doesn’t look like He’s mad at me. He’s smirking (Ps. 2:1-4; Matt. 10:41-42; Rev. 3:9). Ps. 2:1-4 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying, Let us break their bands asunder, and cast away their cords from us. He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the LORD shall have them in derision. Matt. 10:41-42 He that receiveth a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward; and he that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man's reward. And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward. Rev. 3:9 Behold, I will make them of the synagogue of Satan, which say they are Jews, and are not, but do lie; behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee. About the Author, page 32: Instead of what Christians do in the dressed down, watered down, purpose-driven abominable snobby brainless worldly churches, we’re to come to God with childlike hearts (Ps. 123:2), rather than in dress—and certainly not undressed as in without the Holy Spirit—(Matt. 22:11-13) or in childish mentality (1 Cor. 14:15 & 13:11). So while God has me speaking in these books, at times, in a less than professional/adult manner, the context (what really matters) is mature and biblical. Ps. 123:2 Behold, as the eyes of servants look unto the hand of their masters, and as the eyes of a maiden unto the hand of her mistress; so our eyes wait upon the LORD our God, until that he have mercy upon us. Matt. 22:11-13 When the king came in to see the guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding garment: And he saith unto him, Friend, how camest thou in hither not having a wedding garment? And he was speechless. Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. 1 Cor. 14:15 I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also. 1 Cor. 13:11 When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things. Throughout the Text: There’s a twisted noodle running through the entire book (Isa. 55:8) just as there is through the Bible—prophesy about God’s Messiah. Isa. 55:8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD. Likewise, there’s a twisted noodle running through WORD, this series the Lord has had me write, just as there is through my life (Jer. 1:5; Acts 12:15). 29 Jer. 1:5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. Acts 12:15 And they said unto her, Thou art mad. But she constantly affirmed that it was even so. How to Read Comics with Kids, Back Matter: This is pretty funny when you see it from God’s perspective and from my shoes. These are the sections— Guide to Young Readers: It talks about the importance of facial expressions. Ham it Up! Don’t be afraid to act it out. Let Them Guess: God’s all about that! Talk About the Pictures: I just did. Above All, Enjoy! Amen, because Jesus has “come that [we] might have life, and that [we] might have it more abundantly” (John 10:10). Inside Back Cover: They have cartoon books for reading level 1 , 2, and 3, with a little mouse putting on really large hiking boots like I did before the earthquake; a cute little baby mouse laughing, and I was often accused of being too shy and of laughing too much, especially when I was younger. (I’m not into what everybody’s into and not afraid to laugh when it’s funny. So what if it’s not politically correct, politics are seriously screwed up.); and there’s a little devil representing Satan and all of the men he’s used to abuse people, dictators (Isa. 14:16-17; 1 John 4:4). While they seems so powerful (since we gave them that power), the reality is that they’re ‘little.’ Isa. 14:16-17 They that see thee [Satan and his followers] shall narrowly look upon thee, and consider thee, saying, Is this the man that made the earth to tremble, that did shake kingdoms; That made the world as a wilderness, and destroyed the cities thereof; that opened not the house of his prisoners? 30 1 John 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. A bullet next to the little devil says, “reader needs to make connections and speculate.” That’s a big part of the message of the Bible. And we’re talking 2nd and 3rd grade reading level! Back Cover: It says, “Are Maya’s Manners fit for a Queen?” And the standard Christian answer is NO! (Matt. 27:26). Matt. 27:26 They cried out the more, saying, Let him be crucified. And it’s the same answer my brother and sister give. The few times I’ve seen them in the past 20 years they’ve had little more to say to me other than to complain about my manners, or should I say, my manner. They didn’t like it because they were seriously sinning before God and, like everyone else, didn’t like being held to account because that’s the condemnation, “Light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil” (John 3:19). As a born again child of God, I’m not just represented by Maya, but by the Queen. So while today’s born again Christians are supreme hypocrites, they rebuke me for not being like them and for being too familiar with God while they sin against God and keep Him at a distance. However, we’re not called to be hypocrites, and when we’re not, God manifests Himself to us so extremely (John 14:21) that He makes Himself very familiar to us. He does it when we acknowledge that He’s holy, not just with words but with our lives. It’s what He means when He said that He had called us friends (John 15:15). Good friends, best friends, can have fun together, being very familiar. Right? And Church leaders and the more conservative (yet hypocritical) lot would NEVER approve of some of the resources God has had me use nor of the way, the manner, in which I’ve written. Today’s Christians act as if it could only be of God if it were written as a scholarly paper (when it’s coming from someone other than them). When it’s coming from someone who actually holds up the Bible in truth, they have no room for the Holy Spirit of God, for God, who loves to have fun with His children. 2 Moreover, scholarly PhD level treatises, as we’ve had throughout Church history, will NEVER draw God’s people to God because He told us to come to Him like little children (Matt. 18:3-4; Mark 10:15, Luke 18:17)—and kids just can’t stand dry stuff like that. Neither can those of us who are kids at heart. Yet, at the same time, watering the truth down, as Christianity Today has done, also doesn’t work. YouTube You Raise Me Up Secret Garden. WORD: The Queen Obeys I knew I was supposed to interpret the Maya book for Ken & Company because of what God was speaking to me. Google My Utmost September 2: A Life of Pure and Holy Sacrifice. And He clearly confirmed it with the children’s version of it, Jesus Wants All of Me, since that one was entitled, “Share.” Share is pretty clear. So while I was working on that, on chapter 1 of this book, God brought two songs to mind by Queen, keeping in line with the sermon about experiencing joy while waiting. And the group Queen, like everything else, belongs to God (Col. 1:16). So, again, go to my YouTube channel under the playlist Secular Resources God is Using and listen to the songs because it helps to have the music in your system to feel the umph behind what God is saying. And they’re pretty umphy! You also need to go to my website (notmocked.com) and get the lyrics under the Docs tab so you can follow along as you read what the Lord had me write. We Will Rock You, Queen Again, the Queen is the Church, Bride of the King, Jesus Christ, who is also the Rock (1 Cor. 10:4), and He’s about to rock the House (Isa. 56:7; Acts 4:31), individually (1 Cor. 6:19), corporately (1 Pet. 4:7), and worldwide (Matt. 24:14). 1 Cor. 10:4 And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ. Isa. 56:7 Mine house shall be called an house of prayer for all people. Acts 4:31 When they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness. 1 Cor. 6:19 What? know ye not [born again Christian] that your body is the temple of the 31 Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? 1 Pet. 4:7 For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God. thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire. Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee. Matt. 24:14 This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. And man oh man does he ever kick his can all over town! (Rev. 13:3; Eph. 6:12). Buddy as Satan: He pretends to be our Rev. 13:3 His deadly wound was healed: and all the world wonder[s] after the beast. friend (2 Cor. 11:14) and also makes a big stink (1 Pet. 5:8) thinking he’s going to be a big deal one day (Isa. 14:13-14). But the thing is, he fell (Isa. 14:12). 2 Cor. 11:14 For Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. 1 Pet. 5:8 The devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. Isa. 14:13-14 [Satan has] said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High. Isa. 14:12 How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! So he’s just a boy and not a man, and certainly not the Man (1 John 4:4). 1 John 4:4 Greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. He’s covered in mud being such a disgrace since he was made more beautiful than all the other angels (Ezek. 28:13-15). Ezek. 28:13-15 Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold: the workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day that thou wast created. Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: 32 Eph. 6:12 We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. But we’re about to throw a big ol’ mud pie on his face using our Sword as a catapult! (Eph. 6:17). Eph. 6:17 The sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Buddy as Christians: Buddy (John 15:15) has gotten a big head and is, therefore, also getting a mud pie on that façade—hurled by the Master Pie Thrower (Ps. 2:4; Gal. 6:7). John 15:15 I have called you friends. Ps. 2:4 He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the LORD shall have them in derision. Gal. 6:7 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Buddy as Christ: Being hypocrites, Christians have thrown mud on Buddy’s face—our best Friend, Jesus (Prov. 18:24). Prov. 18:24 There is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother. Buddy as the Elect: The lost often say We = The Trinity: God is One, yet plural they’re waiting for the ‘right time’ to get right with God, and the born again do exactly the same thing (Luke 12:20; James 1:25). (Gen. 1:26). Luke 12:20 God said unto him, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided? James 1:25 Whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. Buddy as My Husband: He’s got some mud coming his way since he’s lacked faith and resolve like the rest, just not as bad (Rev. 3:15). Rev. 3:15 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. My husband is a very good man, better than most. But, like the norm, he’s not a good Christian, which doesn’t cut it with God (1 Cor. 4:2). 1 Cor. 4:2 It is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. Buddy as Me: Like everyone else I have mud on my face—all over! (Rom. 3:10). Rom. 3:10 As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one. Right after writing Ken & Co. about my being covered in mud, I dreamt of a picture we’d taken years ago. Eyes opened, I literally jumped out of bed and headed straight to a forgotten bookshelf. The Lord cracks me up! I am COVERED IN MUD! After years of seeing the Tribe of Mud People walking along the beach at Lake Michigan, the little women and I finally converted. Gen. 1:26 God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. We = Jesus & Me: (John 12:26). John 12:26 Where I am, there shall also my servant be. We = Church Leaders: God has chosen Church leaders to step up to the plate and lead the way walking rightly before Him (Eph. 4:11-12). Eph. 4:11-12 He gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ. We = The Awakened Church: (Rom. 13:11). Rom. 13:11 Now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. To Rock Means to Stone which Means to Kill, to Put an End to: All who get right with God will stone the BRAT’s abominations to death (Josh. 7:25). Josh. 7:25 Why hast thou troubled us? the LORD shall trouble thee…And all Israel stoned [them] with [the WORD, the Rock]. To Rock Means to Make a Mess: As the elect start getting right with Him, God’s servants will be turning the world right side up again, rocking everything (Hos. 3:5). Fearing God will be messy because there will be opposition to the corresponding actions. Hos. 3:5 Afterward shall the children of Israel return, and seek the LORD their God, and David their king; and shall fear the LORD and his goodness in the latter days. 33 To Rock Means to Surpass Expectations: Having followed the Lord to clean houses, many said to me, “Girl, you rock!” for having made their place so clean. They just had no idea how much I was actually cleaning and rocking as I prayed over them, their families, their co-workers, their friends, their jobs, and whatever else God brought to mind with Scriptures to pray as I cleaned their place (Matt. 23:26). Matt. 23:26 Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also. A CLEANSING DETOUR: None of us is so great that there’s a task, no matter how lowly, we cannot perform for the Master. The example from John 13 is symbolic. Jesus wasn’t talking about washing each other’s feet (as some denominations focus on), but about being willing to do WHATEVER He asks of us in His service for others (Mark 12:28-31). YouTube Undercover Boss Trailer with Larry O’Donnell. We Will Rock You: The Lord and I are shaking everyone’s ground with this ministry (Heb. 12:26; Neh. 5:13). Heb. 12:26 He hath promised, saying, Yet once more I shake not the earth only, but also heaven. Neh. 5:13 Also I shook my lap, and said, So God shake out every man from his house, and from his labour, that performeth not this promise, even thus be he shaken out, and emptied. And all the congregation said, Amen, and praised the Lord. And the people did according to this promise. Buddy the Young Hard Man: This is the naïve Church which lacks faith in God (Heb. 5:12) and is hard hearted (Isa. 29:10-14). Heb. 5:12 For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. 34 Isa. 29:10-14 For the LORD hath poured out upon you the spirit of deep sleep, and hath closed your eyes: the prophets and your rulers, the seers hath he covered. And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one that is learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I cannot; for it is sealed: And the book is delivered to him that is not learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I am not learned. Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men. Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. Buddy in the Streets: Christians boast loud and broad about being conquerors while they’re LOADED DOWN with sin, refusing to repent (Rev. 2:21-22)—making the Church powerless and their salvation highly questionable (1 John 3:6). Rev. 2:21-22 I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not. Behold, I will cast her into a bed, and them that commit adultery with her into great tribulation, except they repent of their deeds. 1 John 3:6 Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him. Being "in the streets" is akin to being Home less because not all professing Christians are born again (2 Cor. 13:5) or even elect of God (Matt. 7:22-24). 2 Cor. 13:5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates? Matt. 7:22-24 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock. Buddy’s Face Covered in Blood: The Church’s abominations, as those of the Jews, are mixed with the blood of Christ (Jer. 7:11; Isa. 1:1518; Matt. 27:25). Jer. 7:11 Is this house, which is called by my name, become a den of robbers in your eyes? Behold, even I have seen it, saith the LORD. Isa. 1:15-18 And when ye spread forth your hands, I will hide mine eyes from you: yea, when ye make many prayers, I will not hear: your hands are full of blood. Wash you, make you clean; put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil; Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. Rocking Repeated: Certain verses are repeated to express God’s passion—a point made with Joseph’s testimony (Gen. 41:32). (And He does the same thing through nearly all the key resources He’s having me spell out like this.) Gen. 41:32 For that the dream was doubled unto Pharaoh twice; it is because the thing is established by God, and God will shortly bring it to pass. God also prophesied about having me walk in the Joseph Experience, and gave me the penname Jo, since He confirms His choice in it, discussed elsewhere (Isa. 62:2). Isa. 62:2 The Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all kings thy glory: and thou shalt be called by a new name, which the mouth of the LORD shall name. My initial pseudonym was Jo Leonidas but since He gave me the Maya book…I’m using my first name as well as the name God gave me for whose role I’m playing, along with my father’s name…who is like my Brother, the Lion of Judah, and who was actually also named for the one whose role I play, Jose. It’s a twisted noodle. And it gets much more twisted as relayed in the last book. Matt. 27:25 Then answered all the people, and said, His blood be on us, and on our children. Buddy is an Old and Poor Man: The The Church is a huge disgrace yet still waves the Christian banner all over the place, rudely and hypocritically protesting in the streets—so cocky! (Ps. 50:16; Isa. 2:12). lost cry that Christians are unloving while they’re super unloving. And Christians cry how loving they are while they’re even more unloving than the lost—being hypocrites. It’s an old poor/sad story that goes way back (Gen. 3:6; Titus 3:3). Ps. 50:16 But unto the wicked God saith, What hast thou to do to declare my statutes, or that thou shouldest take my covenant in thy mouth? Isa. 2:12 For the day of the LORD of hosts shall be upon every one that is proud and lofty, and upon every one that is lifted up; and he shall be brought low. Gen. 3:6 And he did eat. Titus 3:3 We ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. Eye Flapping: Pleading with the eyes while having self-centered motives is the same as giving lip-service (Isa. 29:13; Matt. 15:8). Isa. 29:13 Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour 35 me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men. Matt. 15:8 This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. And while God sees right through it, because He’s merciful He overlooks it in great part (Ps. 103:10). Somebody is Me: As His servant, I’m somebody even though I’m a nobody (1 Cor. 1:27). 1 Cor. 1:27 God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty. Somebody is God’s Church: As the Church gets right with God She’ll finally put our ‘Buddy’ Satan in his place (1 John 4:4). Ps. 103:10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. 1 John 4:4 Because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. Therefore, all the elect will have peace one day in spite of our wicked ways (John 8:36), as Jesus puts everyone back in their place (Rom. 6:23). Dressing/behaving like the Queen She was created to be, She'll finally conquer over evil (John 14:12; Acts 5:12-14) as a woman of noble character (Prov. 31:25-27). John 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. Rom. 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Lots of Mud on that Facade: Again the repetition, as taught throughout the Bible, means that God is stressing the point since we’re such a total disgrace and royal mess (Jer. 4:14; John 9:7; Rev. 7:13-15). Jer. 4:14 O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou mayest be saved. How long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee? Acts 5:12-14 By the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one…[and] the people magnified them. And believers were the more added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.) Prov. 31:25-27 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. John 9:7 Go, wash in the pool of Siloam, (which is by interpretation, Sent.) He went his way therefore, and washed, and came seeing. Rocking Everybody: Loads of repetition Rev. 7:13-15 What are these which are arrayed in white robes?…And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. Gen. 41:32 For that the dream was doubled unto Pharaoh twice; it is because the thing is established by God, and God will shortly bring it to pass. Somebody is Jesus: God is going to put some other bodies in their place (John 5:22). John 5:22 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son. 36 John 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. (Gen. 41:32). We are the Champions, Queen Again, there are several meanings for the same. Repeatedly Paying Dues: The first few lines refer to Jesus, who not only paid His dues on the cross (Isa. 53:5; Luke 18:32), but time and again since then because people—including His own—mock Him (Matt. 23:39; Jer. 2:19). Isa. 53:5 He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. Luke 18:32 For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on. Matt. 23:39 For I say unto you, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord. Jer. 2:19 Thine own wickedness shall correct thee, and thy backslidings shall reprove thee: know therefore and see that it is an evil thing and bitter, that thou hast forsaken the LORD thy God, and that my fear is not in thee, saith the Lord GOD of hosts. These lines also refer to me, in that I’ve done my sentence for the past 18 years without having committed a crime—as far as I’ve been accused (John 15:25). John 15:25 But this cometh to pass, that the word might be fulfilled that is written in their law, They hated me without a cause. However, I’ve sinned quite a “few” times (Rom. 3:10), which is always a mistake (Rom. 6:23; Jer. 5:25). Rom. 3:10 As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one. Rom. 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. The Sand: The Lord and I, and all of His faithful servants) have had our share of ‘sand thrown in our face.’ Yet because of God’s love and power, we’ve come through (Isa. 14:24; Phil. 1:6 & 4:13). Isa. 14:24 The LORD of hosts hath sworn, saying, Surely as I have thought, so shall it come to pass; and as I have purposed, so shall it stand: Phil. 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ. Phil. 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. I’ve always loved the beach, and I just realized (2013) that my first favorite beach was Rockaway, as in Keep throwin’ those rocks at ‘em! Since, “We Will Rock You.” It’s what the Lord’s been telling me for days as the Battle has gotten intensely heated and I’ve wanted to quit (Eph. 6:12). Eph. 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. The typical born again has also had sand kicked in their face since they go against the major grain of the world (John 15:20). John 15:20 Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also. But since they don’t go against all of it (James 4:4), God is now sending quite a bit of sand their way as well. James 4:4 Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. Jer. 5:25 Your iniquities have turned away these things, and your sins have withholden good things from you. 37 Going On & On: The Lord and I, (and The Champions: Because Jesus paid the eventually all of the born again) are determined to go on and on ‘coming through’ (Phil. 3:14) since it’s already a done deal (John 19:30). price and finished His work on the Cross for all of His elect—WE—are the champions! (Acts 20:28; John 10:28; Rev. 2:11). Phil. 3:14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Acts 20:28 The church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. John 19:30 When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. God’s people will walk in the finished Product (Phil. 1:6) because we’ve been promised a great prize which the Lord is dangling before all through my ministry (1 Cor. 9:24-27). Phil. 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ. 1 Cor. 9:24-27 Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. God will rid Himself of Christian hypocrisy and apathy (2 Kings 19:22; Ps. 89:18). 2 Kings 19:22 Whom hast thou reproached and blasphemed? and against whom hast thou exalted thy voice, and lifted up thine eyes on high? even against the Holy One of Israel. Ps. 89:18 For the LORD is our defence; and the Holy One of Israel is our king. GO JESUS! (Rev. 4:8). Rev. 4:8 Holy, holy, holy, LORD God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come. 38 John 10:28 I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. Rev. 2:11 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death. So while my “friends” don’t currently act like Friends, they’ll change (Dan. 11:35 & 12:10). Dan. 11:35 Some of them of understanding shall fall, to try them, and to purge, and to make them white, even to the time of the end: because it is yet for a time appointed. Dan. 12:10 Many shall be purified, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but the wise shall understand. Any day now (Rom. 13:11). Rom. 13:11 Knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. My family and I are also the champions because we’ve stood apart for nearly two decades (2 Cor. 6:17)—first from disbelievers and then also from hypocritical Christians (James 4:7-9). And while they’ve fallen since God first called me to begin writing in 2009, they’ve done better than most. 2 Cor. 6:17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you. James 4:7-9 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. While everyone thinks I’m the biggest loser chasing after a God that doesn’t exist or wrong about how to follow Him, wasting my adult life away working for Him unpaid, I’m the biggest champion (Matt. 10:22 & 20:16). Matt. 10:22 Ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. Matt. 20:16 So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen. And since you're still loaded with doubt—loaded down with sin, barely knowing the Bible and lacking faith—God confirms it repeatedly and to the extreme in the last book, for those with eyes to see. Fighting til the End: If God didn’t intervene we would never stop fighting. He mocks us (Gal. 5:14-16; Ps. 2:4). Gal. 5:14-16 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another. This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. Ps. 2:4, YLT He who is sitting in the heavens doth laugh, The Lord doth mock at them. But it also means that we, enlightened elect, will keep up the fight to the end since He’s enabled us to win (Heb. 13:5) and because He’s bigger than the other guy (1 John 4:4). Heb. 13:5 For he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. 1 John 4:4 Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. We’ll keep on fighting but we’ll finally use our official weapon, the Sword of the Spirit to fight (Eph. 6:17) since that’s how we win. Eph. 6:17 The sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. This also refers to me in that no matter how many times I’ve been knocked down, or how hard, I’ve always gotten back in the fight (2 Tim. 4:6-8). 2 Tim. 4:6-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. By faith (Heb. 11:6), I know I’ll be able to keep it up until the end, as will the rest of the elect once they get in gear (Phil 1:6; Eph. 6:11 & 13). Heb. 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Phil. 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ. Eph. 6:11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Eph. 6:13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. THE 2ND AMENDMENT: Americans have the right to bear arms according to the Constitution of the United States. Yet when the disciples furnished merely two swords, Jesus said, “It is enough” (Luke 22:38). While the enemy is fierce, “the sword of the Spirit” (Eph. 6:17) is our weapon of choice, because when we use it as a group, God will fully deliver us (2 Chron. 7:14). In contrast, when we don't, we become what we dislike most. History is a great teacher, if we pay attention. For instance, Nelson Mandela and Fidel Castro were intelligent, educated men (lawyers) with a heart for helping the people, both sacrificing their families, their lives, for ‘the cause.’ And while “firm” believers of non-violence— without God in the equation—they each used 39 violence to one degree or another, one of the things they were against, even though violence never fulfills the goal of peace and liberty for the people. And that’s just it. Without God, we always turn to violence because Satan & Co. make us feel the need to protect ourselves. However, God has promised to do this for us (Ex. 14:14; Deut. 1:30). And even when He doesn’t, it’s to test our faith. Are you willing to be non-violent, even to death? Do you really believe that God has a better life for the elect—eternal life? If you actually believed, you’d readily do things His way. Instead, Christians have bought the lies so well presented in War Room (2015). They think it’s God’s will for us to live way beyond our needs, sin like crazy, and that when get “right” with God we’ll have to deal with zero consequences. Christianity Today’s message has been that following Christ makes your life a piece of cake when it’s just the opposite, for the most part, because “we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God” (Acts 14:22). Having sent His Son to suffer persecution to the point of a brutal death by crucifixion, God is testing our willingness to suffer for Him as a show of gratitude. Instead, American Christians (especially) have been living it up at other people’s expense loving neither God or their fellow man. Definite Champions: Again, the repetition (1 Cor. 2:12; John 14:12; Matt. 5:12). 1 Cor. 2:12 Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God. John 14:12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. Matt. 5:12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. 40 No Time for Losers: The born again who don’t take God seriously are losers because they've missed out on what they could have had (1 Tim. 4:8; 1 Cor. 3:15). 1 Tim. 4:8 For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. 1 Cor. 3:15 If any man's work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire. And, we, the born again who walk more closely with the Lord, don’t have time for losers—aren’t willing to give them our time endlessly—since they get in the way of God’s kingdom work (Josh. 24:15), which is why our family went solo for so long and I still do (2 Tim. 3:2-5; Matt. 24:12). Josh. 24:15 Choose you this day whom ye will serve…but as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. 2 Tim. 3:2-5 For men…be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. Matt. 24:12 Because iniquity [does] abound, the love of many [does] wax cold. It’s like Paul with John Mark. He didn’t continue giving him the time of day (Acts 15:36-39), yet he welcomed him when the man had proved he had changed (2 Tim. 4:11). Acts 15:36-39 Some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the LORD, and see how they do. And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark. But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work. And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other. 2 Tim. 4:11 Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry. Ultimately, the real losers are the non-elect since they’re destined for destruction (Rom. 9:22). Rom. 9:22 destruction. Vessels of wrath fitted to God is obviously saying it’s time to stop putting Him off (Rom. 13:11). Rom. 13:11 Now it is high time to awake out of sleep. As elect repent, gaining knowledge and wisdom, it will become a time where there will be no more losers among the elect, therefore, ‘No time for losers’ is actually not a time of losers. The Curtain Calls: Satan’s curtain is/will be temporarily closing (Rev. 20:2). He’s had a “great” show, having taken many bows since the Dimwit has brought him fame and fortune for 2000 years (Phil. 2:21). Rev. 20:2 [God] laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years. Phil. 2:21 For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. So he derisively thanks us all (Rev. 13:3). Rev. 13:3 I saw one of his heads as it were wounded to death [with the Reformation]; [But] his deadly wound was healed [with denominations]: [so that] all the world [now] wonder[s] after the beast. My curtain is calling in the sense that I am making my debut (Luke 1:80; Matt. 3:3). Matt. 3:3 For this is he that was spoken of by the prophet Esaias, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Having taken my vows (John 11:27) and shared testimony before the congregation when I was baptized (1 Tim. 6:12) and now through my ministry, I am making my debut as God’s servant, and thank the Trinity—‘you all’—(1 John 5:8) sincerely as everyone can see by my actions (James 2:17-18). John 11:27 She saith unto him, Yea, Lord: I believe that thou art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into the world. 1 Tim. 6:12 Called and ha[ving] professed a good profession before many witnesses. 1 John 5:8 There are three that bear witness in earth, the Spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one. James 2:17-18 Faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. Having made my debut, when the self-absorbed Dimwit has changed Her ways, the Lord will make His comeback. So He thanks ‘you all,’ His people, for setting Him free (Matt. 23:39)—because you are gonna set Him free and unleash His power. I've got it on Good WORD (Isa. 55:11). Matt. 23:39 For I say unto you, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord. Isa. 55:11 So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. Luke 1:80 And the child [of God] grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts [as in the deserted wasteland of Christianity Today] till the day of his shewing unto Israel. 41 No Bed of Roses: It hasn’t been this for A Challenge before All: It’s been a Satan—and never will be (Rev. 20:10). challenge for Satan, for the Lord, for me, and for my family—before the whole human race—since these books will be out before all (Rev. 3:9). Rev. 20:10 The devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are, and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever. Neither has it been for Jesus (Heb. 5:8; Luke 22:44), or for me and my family (Ps. 6:6). Heb. 5:8 Though he were a Son, yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffered. Luke 22:44 Being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it were great drops of blood falling down to the ground. Ps. 6:6 I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears. Nor is it for any of those who walk closely with the Lord (2 Tim. 3:12). 2 Tim. 3:12 All that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. A Cruise: Rather than it being a pleasure cruise, it’s like going on cruise as a Naval officer (2 Tim. 2:3). 2 Tim. 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Rev. 3:9 Behold, I will make them of the synagogue of Satan, which say they are Jews, and are not, but do lie; behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee. It’s also been a challenge for the remnant before all throughout history, especially for those in the 10/40 Window. God has used many things to help me see that I'm not being super egotistical or delusional. For example, He used Rick Warren's book, The Purpose Driven Church, to help me see that this book, my book (now the series), will be out before all. I saw a clip once of Rick Warren bragging about how his book was the most widely read in all of history. And then he corrected himself and said, "Well, except for the Bible," helping me see both Rick's pride and God's ability. And the difference with this book, these books, is that unlike Rick Warren's book, it's a whole lot more biblical and God is obviously behind it. However, like Rick Warren, I too am proud. That's kinda The Point—we all are (Jer. 17:9; Rom. 3:10). Jer. 17:9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked. Rom. 3:10 As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one. While we do get R & R here and there and have some fun (with the Lord), it’s also quite serious since we’re AT WAR (Eph. 6:12; 1 Pet. 5:8). The Biggest Loser: While Satan thinks he Eph. 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. John 16:11, YLT Because the ruler of this world hath been judged. 1 Pet. 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. 42 ain’t gonna lose, he’s already lost (John 16:11, YLT). The problem is that he’s really determined to win (Rev. 12:17). Rev. 12:17 The dragon was angry against the woman, and went away to make war with the rest of her seed, those keeping the commands of God, and having the testimony of Jesus Christ. But some of us are pretty competitive, apparently, making it a fierce competition (Gen. 32:26). Gen. 32:26 I will not let thee go, except thou bless me. And God’s made it is easier for me, and for all of His elect, to compete by letting us know WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS OF THE WORLD! (John 16:33). He means, as in of the history of the world. At least that’s true for those with the faith and gumption to walk in it. John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. As much as Satan thinks he ain’t gonna lose, that’s how much we’ve already won (John 19:30). THANK YOU JESUS! John 19:30 He said, It is finished. Again, the repetition. YouTube HOT Z TEAM Catchafire TobyMac. 3 WORD: It’s a Parable While venting one day in 2010, I realized Jesus was behind it playing with words. It’s how He led me and what He revealed to me for His body— more details than He had given me before, as well as a way of presenting it. And while feeling like I’m beating a dead horse, He reminded me that that’s what they do with flatliners in the ER (at least on TV), repeatedly shock and pound their patient to get ‘em to revive. And I do have it on good Authority that this Patient will revive. God wants me to include some of these steps in the process of discernment because, He says, “My people is foolish, they have not known me” (Jer. 4:22). Steeped in sin, the born again don’t think Jesus is very interesting to follow. Yet He’s much more interesting than the Dry Nothing today’s born again have made of Him, and neither is He the gibberish others have made of Him combining Catholicism, paganism, and biblical Christianity for a convenient god that suits sinners and Satan (2 Tim. 4:3-4; Rev. 13:3). When called to write the book in September of 2009, I was encouraging the girls to test the waters in different programs since they didn’t know which direction God wanted them to take. Acting as Career Counselor, I was helping my youngest research the culinary program since she was playing with that at the time—and the Lord ran with it! And not yet realizing that I was writing for publication, I had included tons of pictures to make each point. So, for the most part, you’ll have to use your God-given imagination since many of those were copyrighted. I: The International Academy of Manna (IAM) God presides over IAM because, as He told Moses, “I AM THAT I AM” (Ex. 3:14). In other words, God is the IAM. And IAM is the world’s most prestigious Culinary School specializing in Berean Flambé (Acts 17:11 & Deut. 4:24). My God, Founder and President, is also the Executive Chef who is eager for you to become a lifelong student (Rev. 3:20; Ps. 71:18). Moreover, IAM provides one-on-One training, without which you’re 43 destined to flunk (John 15:5). YouTube I AM Donnie McClurkin. Chef’s students sup with Him and learn from Him so as to feed others—never ending our suppers with Him: When they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep. He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep. Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdest thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not. This spake he, signifying by what death he should glorify God. And when he had spoken this, he saith unto him, Follow me (John 21:15-19). In contrast, members of Christianity Today have been feeding others when they’ve never even been to Culinary School. While “they profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate” (Titus 1:16). As such, their food not only lacks flavor but the necessary nutrients, the outcome of which has made the sheep of His pasture very sickly (Ps. 100). Neither the teachers nor the students have realized that what they’ve been chowing down comes nowhere close to the Real Thing (John 6:51). While being a very expensive School, expenses paid by our Founder (Acts 20:28), loving mutton as He does (Ezek. 34:11-12), IAM has it all covered (John 10:11-18). In other words, Chef Jesus grants every student a lifelong scholarship—eternally 44 long (Heb. 13:5). That’s a pretty big deal because, in contrast, tuition at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), for example, isn't free and it ain’t cheap. Nor is it lifelong or as good a school. Sure, it’s one of the culinary schools in the United States—if you’re of the world. We, however, are of the Spirit (John 15:19). As such, IAM provides a very well-rounded education, better than all the rest. In fact, holding exclusive rights to the Mold (Acts 4:12). Focus is not just on cuisine, but on all aspects of the hospitality industry beginning with the inner man (Ezek. 11:19) expanding to the entire globe (Acts 10:34-35). Everyone who comes to IAM will learn all there is to know about hotel and restaurant management, internationally—necessary because there's a ‘Hotel’ IAM is replicating worldwide (discussed in the last book). While a franchise— it’s of the highest quality—like we’ve never seen or experienced before (Eph. 3:20-21). Eventually, the whole world will be on fire because it’s the Executive Chef’s will that all who’ve been invited to the Wedding clearly see the way Home (Rev. 19:19). Therefore, IAM is going beyond those little solar lights for adorning the path (Matt. 5:16). YouTube Light of the World Lauren Daigle. The Executive Personal Chef Personal chefs come into your home (Luke 17:21) and cook for you, taking into account your tastes and dietary needs. And as King of Kings (Rev. 19:6) IAM has been specializing in this area since He created the Garden (Gen. 2:8-9)—that’s about 6000 years. He’s got the experience hands down, making Him the Executive Personal Chef of all time. Longing to share of His expertise and bounty, He’s had me cross paths with many to whom, through me, He was offering His services as Personal Chef and training in Berean Flambé. Yet none have been interested—not one (Phil. 2:21)—disappointing for Him (Gen. 6:6; Ps. 78:40) and enlightening for me, requiring my Deep Fryer studies (Jer. 11:19). A refined Man of Etiquette, He never enters if not welcome and only knocks for so long (1 Cor. 5:5). However, intensely compassionate (Ps. 81:10), He pulled me aside in order to do a work in me so that through me He could offer everyone the Scholarship again. I struggled for years thinking He’d give those Scholarships to others as He’s done in the past (Acts 13:46), but through our wrestling matches—the IAM sport (Gen. 32:2430)—He informed me that He’s been saving them for when my technique at Flambé would be perfected. It’s a tough School and you simply have to get used to singed eyebrows (Heb. 12:29). I am (Ps. 56:5 & 109:3). So, as the Chef now makes it clearer as to what He’s offering as well as the consequences for rejection (1 Cor. 3:13 & 15), all applicants will get burned (1 Tim. 5:24-25; 2 Tim. 3:12). YouTube Holy Ghost Fire T. Haddy. Mission Focus Created in preparation for the Wedding of all time (Rev. 19:9), followed by non-dysfunctional Family life like none have ever known (Rev. 21-22), the Founder has written the Manual (2 Tim. 3:16) on which the School is grounded (Isa. 28:16). As members of the student body, we prepare the Banquet, personally welcome all the guests He’s invited (2 Cor. 13:12), and participate in the Gala. So while most think we should do our best since it’s our Wedding, that’s not it at all. The Bridegroom, Jesus, the Lover of Our Soul, the Executive Chef and Benefactor, our Lord and King, is why we give it our all (Ex. 20:3). Extreme? Well, not when you consider all He’s done for us. He selected us for the School (Luke 10:20). He’s willing to forgive us for rejecting His previous invitations (Matt. 22:2-14), even though we’ve been extremely disrespectful to Him and His Guidelines (James 5:5) and have spurred Him to anger repeatedly (Eph. 4:30). After all that, He’s still willing to grant us a lifelong Scholarship (Heb. 6:4-6) for one-on-One training with the Executive Chef (John 10:30), who has invited us not only to prepare the most spectacular Wedding of all time but to attend the Gala as guest and Bride who will live in Paradise for the rest of forever with Him (1 Thess. 4:17), sporting a new and improved perfect body (Phil. 3:21), all at His expense (Isa. 63:5). All things considered, 100% focus on Him is hardly extreme (Rev. 19:7-8; 1 Cor. 16:22). The Uniform Making pancakes (in my real kitchen) the Lord had a lesson about the required uniform for the Job (Eph. 4:21-24) without which no one is allowed to sit in on a single Kitchen Demo, much less work side by side with Him and prepare a Meal for anyone (John 15:4 & 1 John 1:6). And while it wasn't the first time I’d worn Kitchen Whites (Rev. 3:4), this time was different. When called to work on the menu for the most important dinner party anyone has had with Him in ages (Ex. 3:14), this is what happens (as you should already know). A stream of emotions run through your attic bouncing off the walls from fear to pride to joy to fear to pride! And you need to park it at fear (Prov. 9:10). Fear has to overrule, alongside love for God, a little heavier on the fear, explained in the Manual (Ps. 25:14). Holy fear is a MAJOR part of the Uniform (Rev. 19:8). So while my apron is efficient, it’s hardly professional—ants on a picnic cloth. (I like to grill.) In contrast, IAM Whites (Rev. 3:4-5) have our name embossed along with His seal—a seal IAM candidates must honor at all times and at all cost (Phil. 3:8; 1 Cor. 4:2). Moreover, there are many hats we don as we step out with the delicacies of our training (1 Cor. 9:22). YouTube The Great I Am Donnie McClurkin. Further, underneath, along with Kitchen Whites, we must religiously wear our Under Armour (Eph. 6:11). Slack off on any part of the armour, as IAM influence spreads, the Lord's Flambés will make you quite sorry (Prov. 5:12). Though not common knowledge, UA is fireproof (Ps. 121: 5-7). YouTube Fire Krystal Meyers. HOMEWORK: Fear of IAM is currently missing, especially from American candidates. And it’s missing because the student body doesn’t appreciate the fact that IAM, and the CIA as well, for that matter, is involved in a brutal war (1 Peter 5:8; Eph. 6:12; Rev. 19:19). Therefore, the following are required viewing: 1. Triage: Dr. Orbinski's Humanitarian Dilemma (2008), 2. Which Way Home (2009). Whipped into shape like a glossy meringue, American IAM scholars will clearly shine the love 45 of God to the rest of the world who so desperately need Him, making this song prophetic. YouTube Speaking Louder than Before Jeremy Camp. Decorum and Deportment. Unlike Christianity Today which is focused on the outward appearance, the Executive Chef’s concerns run much deeper (1 Sam. 16:7). Decorum and deportment in His eyes translate into submission to Him and His Manual, a product of having the fear of God (Luke 12:5). Students must express the highest discipline so as to be following Him rather than any ideas of their own making, which others have dreamt up, or which are politically correct or socially palatable yet biblically bogus (John 10:8 & 27 & 12:26). For instance, hired chefs constantly encourage the student body to go out and “Do something for the Chef!” Yet they seldom admonish students to seek IAM as to what He wants them to do in His service, skipping the most important part of our training—getting to know the Executive Personal Chef—explaining this super flat Soufflé (Jer. 3:3 & 4:22). For a specific example, an IAM candidate harshly rebuked me (as so many have) for not feeding others at a local church, even though I kept telling him that IAM hadn’t called me to do that. He never heard me. Instead, he proudly ‘admonished’ me by telling me about how he seldom even looks at the Manual and yet feeds the teens during Sunday brunch. However, if he chomped on some Manna (John 6:35) and spent any time at all with the Chef, he’d know that it would be better to get thrown into the sewer than do what he’s doing (Matt. 18:6)—and what so many do! Should IAM candidates continue in such an unruly manner, the risk is expulsion (Matt. 7:21 & 22:14; Jer. 2:19) or ending up with an empty root cellar (Matt. 6:21). All who have been invited by the Chef must choose to serve IAM rather than the CIA (Matt. 22:14; 1 John 2:15). And EVERYONE knows the CIA thrives on deception! (Josh. 24:15). YouTube I Am Mark Schultz. 46 Proper Mindset Years before IAM (John 6:44), I heard the guys talking about me not knowing I was around the corner. “Well, you know Maya. She’s got a mind of her own.” Their words cut my potato peelings. But, since then, I’ve learned that IAM requires us to combine independence from others with dependence on the Head Chef (Prov. 4:4-6) in order that our cake rises—eventually (Heb. 11:1316). Since the Man paid tuition, we belong to Him (1 Cor. 7:23). I didn’t know this when I overheard my friends. But when He informed me of my Scholarship, making it clear what such an honor meant, as He’s doing now for you, my thinking changed. And the more I’ve worked with Him, the more it’s changed (1 Cor. 13:11). YouTube Oh My Lord Mandisa and the Fisk Jubilee Singers. Moreover, if you’ve been granted a Scholarship and live up to its worth, other IAM candidates will talk about you because your mind won’t be quite like theirs, and in their minds, that’s a bad thing (1 Peter 4:4). But the fact remains: there’s no better mind to have than that of the Head Chef (1 Cor. 2:16). Eventually, the entire Student Body will be of the same mindset (Rom. 12:16)—His. That’s the reason He’s so into One-on-one training. He’s making each student a replica of Himself starting with the heart (Ezek. 36:26), yet all inclusive (Rom.12:2). He knows what’s best for each candidate like nobody’s business (Matt. 6:8 & 20:29-31), so just let IAM stuff the turkey (Ps. 81:10). Most IAM candidates long to be like someone else, so set your sights on the Mold (Ps. 51:10; Ps. 123:2). YouTube Higher Ground The Purple Hulls. Transportation Motorcycles are great for campus. During the day I’d sometimes ride with the guys. So doubled up with one on his, moving way faster than I could go on mine, I was dying to know how fast this maniac was weaving in and out of traffic on the beltway. Stretching my neck, I finally got my eyeballs over his shoulder—127 miles per hour. That was some ride (2 Kings 9:20). And REALLY stupid too (1 Cor. 13:11). Absolutely DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME. YouTube Motorcycle Crashes between logifacts. Two Trucks. Uploaded by And I’m sure my friend slowed down for my sake. The point is that IAM loves to Ride, and leeeeans way into turns making sparks fly during Demos to provide His rider an insanely good view of what’s down in the Muck and Mire. And while longing to go faster, He too has slowed down for us (John 16:12). YouTube Moving On 1NC. Riding double, I usually held on to the bike, but when riding with the man I’m calling The Navy, he instantly grabbed my hands and pulled me in close, wrapping me around his waist. Jesus wants you to do the same and hold on tight, because when you go down—and you will (Ps. 37:23-24)—you'll only save your skin by hanging on to Him (Ps. 55:22). He’ll grab you if needed (Matt. 14:31), but you'd do much better not to fall (Matt. 26:41; Mark 13:33). YouTube Hold Me Jamie Grace & TobyMac. The Manual Some may be concerned about not knowing how to ride a bike since we don’t typically Ride doubled-up but side by Side (Isa. 42:6) with Him just slightly in the lead (Luke 9:2). I didn’t know how to ride when I bought my bike. But like all machines, bikes come with a handy dandy little how to manual. I bought the bike on which I could land my toes on the ground, and then read the manual. Studying it in the proper translation one night (Japanese didn’t quite work for me), doing exactly what it said, I was off. In fact, a friend and I went for our permits together. I passed, he didn’t. Poor guy. And when it comes to plowing ahead without reading the Instructions, it’s not just a guy thing. READ THE MANUAL in the proper translation and do what it says (John 15:10). Do that and you’ll pass the Tests with flying colors. It’s a promise for the Higher Ups (2 Tim. 2:15; John 6:37). No, it’s not 'once in always in' as you may have heard. While it’s true that no one can steal your Scholarship if you’re a genuine recipient (Rom. 8:35-39), you have to demonstrate that you actually are a genuine Scholarship recipient by your ongoing performance (2 John 1:9, see NIV). As a highly prestigious institution, attendance at the Wedding (Rev. 19:9), therefore, at the School, is BY INVITATION ONLY (John 6:44; Matt. 11:12). Neither will anyone advance through IAM’s rigorous program without passing the tests because our Benefactor requires a return on His investment (Matt. 25:25-28). And He wants a certain type (Matt. 5:3-12; Ps. 15). But since the BRAT doesn’t read the Manual, take it seriously, or pay attention to details, besides being unable to assist the Chef, She has overlooked many of the founding Father’s early ingredients, one of which Chef Paul warned us about (Acts 20:29-31). The Airhead ceased to watch, to pray, to remember, and fell asleep, so She’s now made up of elect and non-elect who think, on both sides, that they belong in the same soup. Not really sure what they’re doing, they hold hands on special events yet say they’re different during the week, making a muck of it before all invited guests (Rom. 2:24). Nevertheless, the Wedding Planner has been hard at work making preparations, not just for the Wedding, but for Married Life (John 5:17; Heb. 7:25). In turn, He’s allowed me to peek into those pots on the back burners to make sure the best gets served (1 Cor. 12:31). YouTube All That I Am The Afters. Ambiance with the King While writing the original book, God brought to mind the radio station I listened to while on my First College Tour (before being born again). I even had their T-Shirt, given to me by my brother. It said, Feast Your Ears. At the time it was 99.1. I remembered a big cartoon bear that sat at the table holding a fork in one paw and knife in the other. He wore large headphones and you could tell he was having a great time by the whiff of musical notes floating through the air. My bear, who was actually a cat, knew a good thing and was making sure nothing got in the way of what he was hearing (1 Sam. 3:9). And since even the tiniest things we 47 shrug off as nothing get in the way (John 8:47; Ps. 51:7), I’m doing like furry Friend modeled (Rom. 7:14; Ps. 139:23-24), and suggest you do the same or you’re gonna miss out. As Master of Hospitality the tunes IAM has coming in while teaching us His Craft, are HOT (Zeph. 3:17; 1 Sam. 3:19). YouTube All Around Me David Crowder Band. So, while waiting on Him (Ps. 130:6; Isa. 40:31) and taking notes (Matt. 11:29), I cover my ears with those powerful headphones (Matt. 17:5). Tuned in (1 Sam. 3:10), sipping my Drink (1 Cor. 11:28), watching Him clank those dishes and sizzle up that Steak (John 6:27), since He first provides a Demo before having us join Him in the Kitchen Lab (Gal. 1:15-18), I always feel the pangs of one mightily hungry bear (Luke 6:21)—no baby food served here. CHEF JESUS IS IN THE KITCHEN! And that always means amazing fumes! (Ps. 34:8). Let all with noses to sniff take a big whiff. Sure, there’s a bitter aftertaste to some of His brews (Mark 9:49). But if you want to get close to Him—and there’s no better Company around ANYWHERE (Acts 4:12)—you accept everything He serves you (Luke 14:33). If He thinks it’s a good thing, it is a good thing (Rom. 8:28). So here’s something with a bitter aftertaste, Innocent Voices (2004). The following is the song from the movie with American food for thought. YouTube Nuestras Casas de Carton. Uploaded by Shelley CookContreras. Americans are so comatose. Your children are growing up in broken homes after having been in daycare for outrageous numbers of hours since they were babies. Then everyone, including the BRAT, blames them for their deviant behavior, doping ‘em up to get them to ‘behave,’ as if Prozac will help (Prov. 22:6). And to top it off, you guys get divorced during the toughest years on a kid, between high school and college. And this is what a ‘civilized’ nation does which has been granted the Bible and every possible freedom to know IAM and know Him well (Rom. 14:12). YouTube Whole Nation Kirk Franklin ft. Donovan. There’s a song Jesus burned in my attic when it came out (Matt. 19:14). YouTube Midnight Oil Beds are Burning. God is kindling a fire— 48 now (Rom. 13:11). First from within—a flame for the Lord, then as that’s taking hold, a flame from without, hatred for those who love Him. The time has come. So even though IAM is going to set the world ablaze, which would tend to dry things out, Berean Flambé has just the opposite effect since God is over all (Col. 1:16-17). He works like a canopy, like a terrarium. YouTube How We Need the River Terry MacAlmon. A Land that Cries Out As Master of His trade, Chef Jesus has His own Garden (John 15:1). THE DESERT: A land without water where most plants grow very slowly (Ps. 63:1). YouTube Desert Song Hillsong. THE TROPICS: Home to rainforests, the richest ecosystems on the planet, where most plants grow large and fast (Isa. 35). The Desert is a place of famine: famine of the WORD, of fellowship, of love, of truth, of depth, of joy, and of persecution. In two more words, Christianity Today (Ps. 12). On the other side of the spectrum you have the Tropics, a place of growth: growth of knowledge, of wisdom, of love, of conviction, of fellowship, of vision, of maturity, of perfection, of healing, of persecution, and of wrath. In two more words, Christianity Tomorrow (Ps. 126). Yet, no matter the ecosystem, plants in Chef’s Garden are not that pretty on the surface (Isa. 53:2-4; 2 Cor. 10:10). They’re peculiar (1 Peter 2:9; Titus 2:12). Their complexity, from whence comes their amazing taste, lies beneath the ground all covered with dirt, surrounded by worms (Job 25:6) and loads of manure (Mal. 2:24). That’s what makes up Christianity Today, loads and loads and loads of manure SO THAT when IAM plants mature, they’ll be strong and sturdy, practically immovable, bearing fruit in their old age (Ps. 92:14-15), not only fruit that will last (John 15:16), but which will put to shame the fruit from every other garden (Luke 6:43). These are some plants (Matt. 5:9)—plants of Christianity Tomorrow, fruit bearing season (Acts 5:13-14). Fertilizer. Besides manure, there are other fertilizers IAM uses, as was used on the Son (Luke 12:50; Isa. 48:10), IAM’s Signature Dish (John 6:33). Apparently, there are some pinecones that are so hard on the outside they’ll only open up and drop their seeds to bear fruit when under fire. On a nature show they tried hammers, saws, and tanks (practically) to get those cones to open up, but no go. The only way they fulfilled their purpose in life was with a very hot fire (Luke 17:33). And fire is what all have coming to some degree. It’s what these years of trials and isolation have been about for me (Matt. 3:11). God uses fiery trials to make us the rich and ripe produce He needs to accomplish His purposes (1 Pet. 1:7)— feeding those sheep (John 21:16 & 10:16). In fact, IAM says, “the kingdom of God is within you” (Luke 17:21), just like those seeds are within the pinecones. Our exterior prickly guard (Rom. 7:14) must be burned off so we can bear fruit with which to feed His sheep (John 12:24). So even though I’ve been fried and refried many times and in many ways—and I don’t rejoice being in the Deep Fryer (Matt. 27:46)—I have enjoyed working in the Kitchen with Chef Jesus to serve you this Meal of Berean Flambé (Acts 17:1012). YouTube Burn for You TobyMac. Sheep, not Cheap, Food! Since Christianity Today is an extremely dry and weary land (Ps. 63:1) a cry has gone up like during Moses’ day (Ex. 2:24). Except the reasons for this cry are like what went up during Ezekiel’s day (Ezek. 34:2). Christianity Today has been corrupted from the inside. “Therefore thus saith the LORD God of Israel against the pastors that feed my people; Ye have scattered my flock, and driven them away, and have not visited them: behold, I will visit upon you the evil of your doings” (Jer. 23:2). Like all other chef’s gardens, IAM plants are grown for the sole purpose of getting chewed up (James 5:10). We—the born again—are the food with which He feeds the rest of His sheep. Try escape getting chewed up and you’ll be pulling a Jonah and get thrown up (Jonah 1:3 & 2:10). It’s always been our choice: nourishment or vomit. And the only way to explain why elect would choose the latter is a wicked (and grossly stupid) heart (Jer. 17:9). Working closely with the Executive Chef, daily supping with Him, we get eaten alive like Him (Isa. 53:7), which has been little understood by us, elect in the U.S. (John 15:20). YouTube Give Me Your Eyes Brandon Heath. II: Table for Two Before digging in, we recall we’re IAM. YouTube Speak O Lord Keith and Kristyn Getty. There was a season at Eagle where Pastor Bill would pass me books and music, obeying God’s command to feed His sheep (John 21:17), one of which was The Table of Inwardness by Calvin Miller. Chef Jesus used it to feed me what I needed and could down at the time. In fact, Bill Bean, working as Sous Chef, did a great job, at first, stuffing me. For example, one day in his office he suddenly got out of his chair, opened my leather bag and dumped in over a dozen tapes and CDs! And since he let me keep some of them they still feed me, and now you. But, like the rest, Bill didn’t fully appreciate the Scholarship he’d been granted and dropped out (2 John 1:9, see NIV). So he's been suffering from the Knowledge and Fellowship Gap. Yet the Executive Chef fed me this WORD about him early on: The Lord said, [about Bill] behold, Satan hath desired to have [him], that he may sift [him] as wheat: But I have prayed for [him, and you are to join me], that [his] faith fail not: and when [he’s] converted, [he shall] strengthen [his] brethren (Luke 22:31-32). One day Bill will finally feel the consequences of his sin and realize he’s hungry. Or, he’ll realize he’s hungry and get enlightened to the consequences of his sin. Either way, God’s WORD will draw him back to the Table, because looking him up on the web, he must be starving! Like the rest of today’s IOWA he’s made the Main Dish a condiment. Even though Kerry Bowman asked him to serve as worship pastor, it was God who called him into Service—and He hasn't changed His mind (Rom. 11:29). YouTube Let Go, Let God Tye Tribbett & GA. In any case, The Table of Inwardness is about being invited by Jesus to sup with Him at 49 His Table. It’s a Table set for two (Him and you) out in the deserted wilderness—alone with God (John 16:32). It’s where we learn to sing Amazing Grace from the heart and for all its worth as we eat everything He dishes out for us. Everyone sings the words but few actually understand them, because the meaning behind Amazing Grace can only be learned at His Table (1 Tim. 1:4-7). Yet the BRAT’s been too busy to take a seat or stay and chow down when Chef Jesus serves Brussel sprouts with some divinely bittersweet wine sauce (Rom. 8:28), for wanting nothing but sweets. Served something bitter She leaves the Table and lies to Herself that She’s still hanging tight with Him. Babies always make up their own rules (Heb. 5:12). YouTube Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) Chris Tomlin. Invited to help in the Kitchen, I know what He’s got in store since no one ever helps in there without tasting what’s cooking (1 Cor. 9:9-10). And it’s HOT! YouTube Come and Dine in the House of Wine Julie Meyer. Progressive Revelations on Fire Roasted Cracked Wheat. Bill often spoke about connecting the dots, progressive revelation. These treats are an acquired taste. If you try downing one without having built up your palate, you’ll just waste a precious delicacy (2 Pet. 3:18). Yet 2000 years since the Main Dish was served, we really should have acquired the taste by now! (Heb. 5:12). Get It Sliders. Working on the book I discerned the Lord warning me of trials ahead. Then after dinner Buddy and I got into it again about the Church and what I see God doing (Mark 6:4). It’s always so frustrating because Christians can’t understand what I’m talking about when I’m talking about the exact same Scriptures they say they believe! It’s all the more frustrating with Buddy since we’ve shared our lives since 1988— and knew each other for five years before that. And he's a better IAM student than most. And yet we still struggle communicating! I even draw it out for whoever I’m with to try to get through, grabbing the nearest writing tools (Jer. 20:9, see NIV). So, as I tried getting through to him, again, I made this WHITEBOARD EXPLANATIO, urging him to GET IT! It’s SO frustrating! Yet I 50 know he doesn’t get it so that I depend on my Husbandman and not on my husband (John 15:1; Rom. 9:16), making it all the more exasperating, because I’ve had ENOUGH! Yet even with that design, by God’s grace, Buddy finally got it! (At least more than before.) He’s never seen the Big Picture as clearly as this, without which, all the other stuff only sort of makes sense so we can’t communicate and frustration boils over—mine. He just looks at me like, What's your problem—fueling my fire. That same night God also gave me a WORD He’d first given me at Eagle, but I didn’t really get it then—not like now. Do you? The LORD hath poured out upon you the spirit of deep sleep, and hath closed your eyes: the prophets and your rulers, the seers hath he covered. And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one that is learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I cannot; for it is sealed: And the book is delivered to him that is not learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I am not learned. Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the LORD, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who knoweth us? Surely your turning of things upside down shall be esteemed as the potter's clay: for shall the work say of him that made it, He made me not? or shall the thing framed say of him that framed it, He had no understanding? Is it not yet a very little while, and Lebanon shall be turned into a fruitful field, and the fruitful field shall be esteemed as a forest? And in that day shall the deaf hear the words of the book, and the eyes of the blind shall see out of obscurity, and out of darkness. The meek also shall increase their joy in the LORD, and the poor among men shall rejoice in the Holy One of Israel. For the terrible one is brought to nought, and the scorner is consumed, and all that watch for iniquity are cut off: That make a man an offender for a word, and lay a snare for him that reproveth in the gate, and turn aside the just for a thing of nought. Therefore thus saith the LORD, who redeemed Abraham, concerning the house of Jacob, Jacob shall not now be ashamed, neither shall his face now wax pale. But when he seeth his children, the work of mine hands, in the midst of him, they shall sanctify my name, and sanctify the Holy One of Jacob, and shall fear the God of Israel. They also that erred in spirit shall come to understanding, and they that murmured shall learn doctrine (Isa. 29:1024). worldwide reformation. Nor does he hold pastors accountable (Jude 1:3), not even himself (Luke 6:46).] And I discern he won’t get it until someone outside of this home does (Luke 4:24)—someone in leadership—like Thomas who had to see to believe (John 20:25-29). But it’s also because no one gets it until God opens their eyes (Matt. 16:1517). Still, knowing that doesn’t really help me, all things considered (Rom. 3:10; Eph. 6:12). Buddy doesn’t see the Big Picture. Though it's more like he doesn’t have the faith to believe it, problematic because he’s called to be the spiritual head of our home (1 Cor. 11:3; Rom. 14:12). [He doesn’t believe God is using our family to begin a I suddenly woke up saying, aloud, “Thank you for answering my prayer.” Just the same, the sliders went down fairly well since Buddy sort of got it. Only, he still doesn’t see enough to motivate him to pray with me, and stuff has HAPPENED (1 Thess. 5:17; James 5:16), though we have prayed together at times in the past, years ago. He’s done what he knows (or knew) you shouldn’t do. Because Christians are hypocrites, he’s lost faith in God. Like the typical Christian, he doesn’t act on the fact that he’s responsible for his own walk with the Lord because it’s much easier to blame leadership and excuse yourself (Rom. 3:10; 2 Thess. 2:10-11). YouTube Lead Me Sanctus Real. Sweet Dream Cake. Following my sliders with Buddy I went back to work. But my hands were really hurting for having chopped (real) yams combined with all the graphics I'd been working on for 'Sara's' book. Frustrated, I printed what I had—stumped anyhow. I was in a section I’d called The Lord’s Always God Somethin’ Brewing, knowing He did, and seeing it all in part (1 Cor. 13:9). But I was in pain and couldn’t put it all together so I went to bed to read what I’d written. But just holding the paper shot pain up my arms. My hands were killing me! And, I was tired. So I asked Him to help me feel better and to teach me in my dreams, echoing David (Ps. 16:7). YouTube Daystar (Shine Down On Me) Jason Crabb. Some people are talking while I’m standing a further back. They know I’m there and are speaking loud enough so that I can hear them. I can tell they’ve come to some sort of resolve. Huh?! What? Who was I talking to? Who were those people? Resolve about what? 51 Well, my hands did feel better. I’d slept GREAT! That must be it. I started my day. YouTube When I Rose This Morning Mississippi Mass Choir. The picture I’d provided ‘Sara’ had been of a woman asleep on a cloud of creamy cheesecake with a dream bubble of the scene I’d dreamt. Refried Tyre Marinated in Aji. At the breakfast table, reading my Bible so I could discuss with the girls what the Chef was feeding me, He got my attention and then stopped me in my tracks. I was in Isaiah and felt like I was reading physics. I majored in sociology. So I sent up a panic prayer since the girls would be down soon, when I read, “Shall Tyre sing as an harlot” and my ears perked up (Isa. 23:16-17). But that’s what whore’s do, act like harlots. Then I got stopped in my tracks (Isa. 23:18). What? Lord, please…WHAT! My ears were really perking up connecting some of the dots—enough that I went to get Matthew Henry. What did he have to say about this? HOMEWORK: Look up Isaiah 23:16-18 and open up the resources for Matthew Henry's Commentary in Olive Tree's Bible Study App or biblegateway.com. I started reading in the middle of the page of my print version of the commentary and got intrigued. So I made a copy to highlight what I was reading so I could understand it better. Then I decided to go the beginning of the section where I read what I’d thought I’d understood—a prophesy about restoring the Church (and the U.S.) to its glory! (I explain this further in the text.) It’s what those people had been talking about in my dream which I can’t remember but for which I thanked the Lord for having answered my prayer! Now, knowing what they had in mind, I realized my dream had echoed this event: After six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light. And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias 52 talking with him. Then answered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him (Matt. 17:1-5). The picture IAM gave me for this Dish expresses God’s view of us when we have to walk in Psalm 119:71, “It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.” It is painfully good. Google Images Pain is Good Hot Sauce. Whipped Mountains Peaks. The picture for this Dish was of Santiago, Andes Mountains in the background along with a picture behind my text of Cool Whip wearing sunglasses and laughing. Recall my food obsessed timeline (John 6:55). In the late 1990s I heard an evangelist speak about prophesy in a way I could easily understand having lived at the foot of the Andes. He said prophesy works like a mountain range, which people normally think of in the same way as the view we had from the upper windows of our house in Santiago—facing the range. However, to correctly look at prophesy, he said we needed to stand along the range looking down the length of it. There, we might see a few other peaks along the range, but we’d miss many peaks hidden by other peaks. So while the Isaiah Scripture is speaking of Tyre primarily as a specific country, there are many other meanings (peaks) God has for Tyre hidden in the Prophetic Mountain Range, which works that way for two reasons: 1. God is Time: God stands outside of time since He’s it (Rev. 1:8). 2. Jesus—the WORD—Lives: God is the God of the living (Mark 12:27). He is also the WORD who became flesh (John 1:14), who lives having been resurrected (Matt. 28:6). Jesus lives. Jesus is the WORD. Therefore, God’s WORD, the Bible, lives. It is also living and active, and not dead (Heb. 4:12)— making the Bible a book like no other. In turn, a WORD spoken in the Bible about Tyre or Jerusalem or Noah or Boaz or any place or anyone, can also be spoken of a million other places or people, by God, at any given point in time. The only thing needed is discernment to know when God is speaking what about whom. And you get discernment by being in right fellowship with God through Jesus, knowing His WORD well. The stronger and purer the relationship, the more discernment you have (John 14:21; Luke 12:32). So while the Pharisees had loads of Bible knowledge and the common people had much less, the Pharisees couldn't hear what the Father was saying through Jesus whereas common people got it. The sins of the Pharisees nullified their Bible knowledge—as it is for today’s Church, especially Her leaders (Matt. 21:28-31). Basically, this is what God is saying and will be doing by way of some very hot sauce (828): I will sanctify my great name, which was profaned among the heathen, which ye [BRAT] have profaned in the midst of them; and the heathen shall know that I am the LORD, saith the Lord GOD, when I shall be sanctified in you before their eyes. For I will take you from among the heathen, and gather you out of all countries [denominations and churches], and will bring you into your own land [of Purity] (Ezek. 34:23-24). started typing I added clip art and before I knew it, I was making the highpoint of the Dinner for your date with Jesus—a Flambé I've called WORD. However, it didn’t all fully register until He showed me some other stuff, shared with you in the last book since so much of my personal life ties into it. In any case, in 2010, following the Lord’s leading I sent a copy of the original clipart ‘Flambé’ to Alistair Begg & Company. This was the pastor God revealed represents the best this nation has, who has a national platform—and they didn’t get it! (Jer. 5:5) They didn’t even have the decency to respond even though I informed them of the dire consequences the rebellious Church was having, writing to seven in that leadership team over several months, explaining everything with the Scriptures on the side margin. And all I got back was silence, even when I wrote them my last letter from the hospital as I sat by family members because of the spiritual war against us they helped create (Eph. 6:12). And the thing is, such hardened hearts will NEVER get it (Mark 8:17). Trying to get through such an iceberg is like trying to tell Hitler or the KKK that they’re wrong. Pretty pointless. They need to get covered in biblical fasting and prayer by many souls who’ve gotten right with God so that they’ll understand they're not right with God (2 Chron. 7:14; 2 Tim. 2:1-3). Many souls are needed because that’s the system God has set up: Sweeter Dream Cake. As I highlighted sections of Matthew Henry’s commentary, I was reminded of my whiteboard diagram from the night before. So I quickly made a new one updating it with what I was discerning. Doing so I realized it was what I’ve discerned God doing in the world but hadn’t been able to put into words well enough. Now I was even getting a decent picture! God hath tempered the body together, having given more abundant honour to that part which lacked. That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another. And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it. Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular (1 Cor. 12:24-27). At breakfast, I then shared with the girls what the Lord was teaching me by using the Scriptures and my updated drawing from the whiteboard. After that I came to my desk to write for the book what the Lord had shown me. But just as soon as I I discern you’ll get it, eventually, because that’s God’s point, to have blinded even the ‘best’ pastors because of their hardened hearts, lip service, harsh treatment, and abominations—so that I could finish His calling on my life, 53 producing this series (Isa. 29:14) without anyone's help (2 Cor. 12:7-10). That way all can see His “marvelous work”—secular songs and movies speaking outrageously louder than before, through a total nobody, while even the best and brightest Christians are deaf to Him and cold as ice to His people (since He had us walk through an even harder trial building on this one, following many trials, reaching out to RZIM and receiving the same silent response, detailed in the last book). In other words, humiliation is served on a platter for those entrusted with the Truth and who defame God’s character (James 4:6). GO GOD! However, I won’t serve the Flambé until I provide some more information. Consider this book like one of those feasts in the Bible which lasted many days. Lord willing, online seekers of truth will get it and get it SOON because this family is fully cooked, through and through, as are millions of Family members around the world. YouTube Matt Redman and LZ7 27 Million (Official). Mind War Blues Darts in 828. The pictures for this ‘dish’ were of kabobs with Satan’s head as the skewer toppers, a hand dropping the skewers into a medical sharps container, and balloons popping behind my text. I’d spent all day making the Flambé, and I’d had a blast doing it, and was knocked out by it. Yet instead of being thrilled, I was in the Dumps the next day—since no one cares. I said, ‘Lord, you do so much for us and make it so clear—but so what? NOBODY cares! (Isa. 53:1-3). No one has ever really cared (John 1:11; Phil. 2:21). And American Christians love the Lord only to a point, obvious since they're not willing to be inconvenienced for Him (Matt. 8:19-21). That should be abundantly clear by now. Though I'll keep making it clearer. God will make it clear. However, the timing of this lack of care coming to mind right after having made the Flambé sounded the Alarm in my attic (2 Cor. 10:5) warning me of a lion among us (1 Peter 5:8). God had finally answered my prayer of how to communicate to people what He’s laid on my heart (Jer. 33:3) and to do it so even a child could understand it with just a few sheets of paper and 54 not a huge book! (Or series of books!) It would have been a cinch to walk my girls through it when they were in first grade. No sweat (Matt. 11:25 & 18:3). And yet the “best” pastor this nation has didn’t even remotely get it! So while there’s a ton of truth about Christians not caring, I knew there was more to it, and that I was having a mind war with the Spirit of God within me as that slimy alley cat and his lower case team cheered us on—me, myself, and I (Rev. 12:3-4). Legions against One! That cat always plays dirty—the Slime (Gen. 3:14). But Jesus is my Helmet, my Shield, my Sword (1 John 4:4 & Eph. 6:10-18), and my Cheerleader (Isa. 30:21). No one and nothing else is needed. And since the darts shooting in from Satan & Company most often have truth in them, we can’t just dismiss them as the Cold-Blooded BRAT does. So I sorted it all out—chucking the darts:       There is a mind war on (Eph. 6:12); The BRAT lacks love for God and for people (Luke 6:46); She’s blind due to Her sins (Isa. 59:2; 2 Thess. 2:10-11); She’s also blind because God chooses to reveal what He wants to reveal to whom He wants, when He wants (Rom. 9:16); Satan twists God’s WORD (Gen. 3:1); and, I’ve been hurt a ton. Daring to hope is a PRETTY BIG DARE (Rom. 5:5). Since we’ve been equipped with a Sword (Heb. 4:12 & Eph. 6:17), it’s not hard to pop Satan’s bubble(s)—just barely touch ‘em with the tip and it’s all over! The hard thing is popping the truth bubbles. But then again, we use the same Sword. The BRAT ignores both sets of bubbles and walks in darkness. Instead, we need to consider all the issues before us and deal with them using God’s WORD, Sword of the Spirit, and then make the choice to walk in the Light. So this is how you eat these babies. It’s kinda messy, but that’s how it is with the best foods. First, you take everything off the darts, chucking those. Then you sort it all out on your Plate. Pop all the lower case lion’s bubbles (1 Pet. 5:8), followed by the upper case ones (Rev. 5:5). Then you eat the best with the worst smothered in 828, that fabulous Roman import (Rom. 8:28). It goes down easier that way. In fact, it wouldn’t go down at all without good ol’ 828. So what if no one cares? God does—enough to make up for all of the not caring sinners do, which is great considering how much not caring we do! But there’s always 828 (Matt. 5:18). It's an endless supply. Yummy! I LOVE that sauce! YouTube Sons of Korah Psalm 117 LIVE. Just A Little Child Dish: There’s a dish I loved as a kid, still do, Niñitos Envueltos. In English, Little Children Wrapped Up. It was a spicy minced steak mixture wrapped in cabbage leaves, laid on a bed of mashed potatoes, swimming in a bittersweet wine sauce. And it’s just the Dish God’s making out of us, the U.S., to serve His other children (Matt. 19:13), just as Jesus, Child of God, The Prophet, was served on a Platter for us (John 6:55-56 & 19:17). Notice: He was presented by the prophets—those mashed potatoes, swimming in that red Roman sauce (Mark 13:8-15). Jesus is the best Steak that’s ever been served (Matt. 21:11) and ever will be served (Acts 4:12)—and He was minced (Isa. 52:14). In fact, the French use cabbage as a term of endearment, mon petit chou, my little cabbage—and that’s exactly what we each are to Him—little children all wrapped up in His love like Bunny My Honey is to me (Rom. 3:12). It’s all connected (Col. 1:16). YouTube Kutless Ready for You. Merry Go Rounds on Roasted Lamb. The day of the Dumps, my girl felt cluttered so I stopped what I was doing to pack up homeschool science since we were done with it. Doing that I found the box with the book I’d asked people to sign when they came to our place after my baptism. Not having finished my Mind War Blues Darts, wallowing in the Dumps, rather than work on a book FOR PEOPLE WHO DON’T CARE, I opened the little box to reminisce, instead. But rather than seeing the book everyone signed, I saw a bunch of cards on top of it people had given me that day—one of which was from Sara, for whom I thought the Lord was having me write the book (Rom. 8:28). Huh. Here’s the Card. You decide if God answered her prayer. (I’d put whiteout over my name since, for a season, I’d thought the Lord was going to have me publish the original book as an indie publisher. But whiteout scratches off.) Eagle days brought back to mind, I went to their website to the pastor bios, curious as to what they were saying about themselves, the ones that were left. (Walking so close with Christ they had a bitter church split.) So the Lord gave me some laughs at Kerry Bowman’s expense because of what he’d written about himself along with their graphics. This is what he had written: FAVORITE PART OF WORK: Seeing 55 spiritually indifferent or disillusioned people come to life and invest themselves in the kingdom of God. What a crock! That’s the opposite of what he walked in as other Church leaders have done, and what Christianity Today does as a whole—which is God’s point. Become a hypocrite and you’ll be used by Satan in the exact opposite manner of your God-given calling and have it thrown in your face (Gen. 37-50; Esther 7:8-10; Matt. 7:2). Then I noticed something else my former pastor wrote about himself. It’s funny because I had written a good deal in the first draft of the original book about public speaking and how much I hate it, in that it makes me feel like I wanna blow my cookies. (Joan Baez said on PBS that she’d stop in the middle of a performance, run to the bathroom, throw up, then go back out and finish her song! I can relate.) This is what Pastor Kerry Bowman wrote. PHOBIA(S): Riding merry-go-rounds (anything that spins with me on it really.) It’s what I’d called the dish! God is bringing this thing full circle so that this man’s head is going to be spinning and spinning like roasted lamb on a rotisserie, feeling the Heat! (Heb. 12:29). Thinking about that (Rom. 12:19), I wrote he would be the one needing the “special little bag” so I provided a picture of a BARF BAG from U.S. Airways to help him. I'd added Psalm 20:7 since God had had me quote that verse to Kerry as Buddy and I had first met with him in his office. I remember because it was from Experiencing God for that week, and because of his smug smirk. I just hadn’t had the maturity at the time to discern his smirk was a Red Flag (Jude 1:10). Eagle leadership tried to be “cool” by not using traditional portraits on their website, probably a Purpose Driven thing. Instead, they used an odd angle so that Bowman’s nose stuck out making me think of Templeton from Charlotte’s Web (1973). So I went to Google Images and pulled up Templeton and placed his picture next to Kerry’s picture which I’d dumped 56 on my page. And just as I did it, my daughter walked past and looked over my shoulder since I was chuckling at their uncanny resemblance. So we both had a good laugh—the rat! (Too bad I deleted the original drafts.) YouTube Giving You All Control Jeremy Camp. HOMEWORK: Look up uncanny. III: By the Fire Since the Lord’s Beloved keeps Herself at such a distance from Him, She hardly knows what His voice sounds like, contrary to what Jesus says (John 10:27). And if that’s the case, you’re even less aware of His sense of humor. Therefore, you can’t play most of His Games. And who doesn’t like to play games, listen to music, sip some wine, and watch a good movie when hanging out with Friends? In any case, this is how He likes to hang out with me (Matt. 11:30). Knock Knock, Guess Who! Done with the first section of the first draft, waiting for the movie to start, Misery (1990), I already had additions in my head! I didn’t make them, didn’t even jot ‘em down. I needed a break! So there I sat relaxing, watching a movie about a writer experiencing misery, by a woman who’s wacky with satanic tendencies—as I get accused (Matt 9:34)—who speaks of eternal life for all the characters living inside her twisted head! WOW. He’s pretty witty. She even sort of looks like me! You may not see His hand or hear His voice, but it’s loud and clear. In fact, if you don’t walk closely with Him, you’ll think He’s way out there, somewhere—in Nowhere Land—or that you’re hearing someone else’s voice. If I wasn’t as comfortable with Him as He’s made me, while also having some of these things opened up to me, I’d think I was hearing demonic voices. And that’s kind of where I was when God landed us at Eagle. Because, on arrival, there was a major spiritual war all around me, again, only I still knew nothing about spiritual war. I’d never even heard the term yet! So that’s when the Lord let me know I was in training, at Eagle (Matt. 13:57). Boot Camp. And Church leaders, who are supposed to know all about God’s ways and Satan’s ways, suggested I needed psych counseling because I heard God saying He was calling them to repent. The Pharisees also thought they were seeing the devil at work rather than the Son of God (Mark 3:22). Oops. Though, God really set Eagle up as you’ll realize with my bio section, especially Bill Bean, which is partly why I’ve felt sorry for them, just him, really. I know you don’t see that, but this book, this series, is 50 years condensed in order to get certain points across—and feeling sorry for rebellious unbiblical pastors isn’t God’s main point. YouTube Aaron Keyes Psalm 62. Hide and Seek. The first year I worked on the book I had neurological symptoms for months; pricks on my face, eyes, and all over, like electric shocks—pretty intense at times. So when I needed down time, I’d pop in a movie. I would have listened to tunes, except the Lord really likes to speak to me through music, and sometimes you NEED A BREAK. It’s not that I don’t like hearing from God, I do. But hearing from Him too much with little (to zero) adult fellowship isn’t a great combination ALL the time. Because even when Buddy’s here, it’s not usually fellowship we share, so this life wears at you. And since there’s no escape from this life, there’s no choice but to try and escape Him. Only He just laughs at me! It’s like a cat we had, Naomi, a fat goofy little pudge to go along with Ruth, another goofball pudge. Naomi was the best cat ever, totally living up to the meaning behind her name which is pleasant. Ruth lived up to hers as well, which means friend, the REAL DEAL (Ruth 1:16-17). Ruth liked to play fetch while Naomi loved hide and seek. Except she was really bad at it—but so cute the way she’d hide all black and fluffy behind a table leg, all of her fat blundering out on both sides of the leg. Just call me Naomi. No matter where I hide, Jesus sees me. CHEATER! (Ps. 94:9; Rom. 8:1 KJV). So working on The Table (an original chapter), needing a break, I watched Gold through the Fire (1987). I’d grabbed it too tired to think of His little Games. I was just thinking a Christian movie was better than a secular one, except He was all over it! It’s about a Christian kid who comes to the U.S. fleeing religious persecution and lives with typical IOWA who are totally oblivious, worldly, and apathetic— Christianity Today! I’d forgotten. And it had more stuff God was working into my head tying things together for the book. Another time I put in Meet John Doe (1941) figuring that would be safe and I’d actually get my break. It’s Hollywood after all. Yet there’s a scene where "John" wants to kill himself because wicked, demonic men have driven him to it, and the other boys are very ungracious, and the girl he loved wasn’t sincere either. But now those bad boys are sorry and she’s sorry too, pleading for him not to kill himself, crying, hanging on his chest, begging him, “Please! Don’t leave me! If it’s worth dying for, [sniff sniff] it’s worth living for!” Bawling, she tries to convince him but he’s done in—nothing matters anymore. It’s a great scene with her hanging on his shirt begging for another chance. [Hint hint.] Then she gets a brainwave since it’s Christmas Eve (Rom. 8:28). “You don’t have to die! Someone’s already done that! He did it for you. He did it for me. He did it for all of us!” And I’m sitting there, on my BREAK, watching a very dramatic rendition of the Gospel message a la Hollywood, with all of the characters in place! As always, joke was on me. Beauty? I hate this movie it’s so sad, but it seemed like the safest in the bunch. [There had been another option, but I wasn’t about to watch it with that title—Where Eagles Dare (1969). I didn’t (Isa. 40:31). I wanted my break!] And while I love animals, making Black Beauty (1994) 57 painful to watch, I needed to give my hands and mind a rest. But lo, Psalm 139. Next thing I know He’s saying, ‘You’re going to have to learn to trust again.’ I knew it was the Lord and that He was referring to some brats back in Canaan. I turned Him OFF. Can’t You just leave me alone! I’m OK, I forgave them YEARS AGO, everyone else too. I pray for ‘em, wrote to Mrs. X and all the others. YOU KNOW! You’ve kept me busy, busy, busy! I KNOW they don’t get it. Besides, WHY would I need to trust people when we’re only supposed to trust You? REMEMBER the little Lesson You’ve been drilling up in the attic for YEARS?! While I didn’t say all that, I thought it (Ps. 44:21). YouTube Psalm 139 Sons of Korah. Fencing. Thoughts having steeped overnight, the next morning Jesus was back at playing Knock Knock with an Isaiah verse about a ravenous bird from the east (Isa. 46:11)—coast. Poking my heart with His Sword, He let me know that hungry little bird was me. (A chic who sings Tweak Tweak, also known as editing.) YouTube Darius McCrary His Eye Is On The Sparrow. So I’m standing there doing dishes wondering if God meant He would move us back to Canaan and have us return to Eagle! Contemplating the miserable thought, His Sword came up real close as I heard Him say something like, “What if you had to work with Templeton?” I probably had a song or sermon on in the background, and suddenly realized He meant THAT kind of “learn to trust again!” He got me! I was pinned to the wall, because thinking about seeing the Bowman rat (never mind 'working' with him), brought others to mind I would struggle with like Eric Simpson, David Reagan, Charles Ware…and suddenly my whole miserable Church life passed before my eyes and gagged me with a dirty spoon! What if I had to WORK with any of the rats! That dirty spoon made me realize I hadn’t forgiven them just as He's forgiven me (Matt. 6:14-15). But then His Sword poked me again, letting me know He’d walk me through it like He did Joe with his bad boys (Gen. 42-45). 58 Follow the Leader. Outdone and tired of trying to beat Him at His impossible Games, I put in Martin Luther (1953), the one I’d been avoiding. I’m sorry. You have something to say. Please forgive me. It’s not my life (1 Cor. 6:20). So I watched all of it. (It’s really old and dry.) And the Lord said nothing. No-thing. NOT - A - WORD. Wrestling Down WORD Games. If He was my earthly brother, and we were on good terms, I’d have been all over Him trying to break the furniture with His head! (Gen. 32:24-26). My brother used to mess with my head all the time— mentally and physically. We played head games constantly—who could outwit or out whip the other. My relationship with my brother was prep work because Jesus, my Brother (Eph. 1:4-6), also loves wrestling (Gen. 32:24-30) and Head Games—all of those parables. There’s a mind war He's called us to play (Eph. 6:12) and if you’re not in tune with Him, the Head Game will be used by the lower case cat—and you’ll get creamed— something God allows to build you up (James 1:34), if you’re His (2 Cor. 13:5). Tuned in to Him (2 Cor. 10:5), you can see He’s just messin’ with your head while also teaching you stuff to make sure you’re staying on your toes. And while the Game can get pretty serious, it’s still a Game since all we have to do is trust Him no matter what it looks like or feels like (John 16:33; Phil. 4:13; Rom. 8:37). Jacob played with Him and won (Gen. 32:28), so did Joseph, Ruth, John Bunyan, the Pilgrims, Arthur Pink, Corrie Ten Boom, and loads of people. There’s a war to fight so there are Head Games to play. It’s training (Col. 1:10-14). YouTube All My Praise Selah. My father, who was also into head games, is the one who first trained my brother and me, and it was My Father who trained him—though he didn’t realize it. For example, Buddy recently found my father’s published book on the web which I hadn’t seen since I was a kid. Apparently some universities use it for their philosophy curriculum. My father was always messing with words, pictures, and people—playing head games—like Someone else I know. Google Los Escandalosos Amores de los Filosofos PDF. Go to the last 3 pages. I found the pictures interesting since I’d made my line drawings for the book before seeing his book again. Discerning the Lord was calling me to publish and not just to give it to Sara, I'd traced some of the pictures I'd scanned, tweaking them, keeping it legal. It’s also ‘funny’ because my father’s book title translates into what this book is about, a scandalous love affair—scandalous because of how we’ve blown it to kingdom come. And it’s all very philosophical. (And so you know, I haven’t read my father’s book. It would take me a long time with my Spanish. That’s pretty sad, not reading my own father's book. I know. But it's hardly as sad as the fact that my Father’s children don't read His!) King of the Hill. My father’s bibliography is what my Father says all of our so called knowledge is worth—a mountain of books on the floor, a mountain over which Jesus is King (Rev. 19:16). Compared to Him we are that scraggly little mouse, some of us being rats—though He’s also a rat at times (Isa. 45:7). We’re all rats at times (Gen. 1:27). Still, it’s His WORD that needs to be cited (Ps. 2:12). Yet the BRAT constantly quotes people, mostly who shouldn’t even be quoted (Ps. 49:13). Rather, it’s the Scriptures She should be quoting and the Lord She should be impressed by, and on whom She should be shining a light on for others to see. That’s what church services are for—to grow in the knowledge and wisdom of God and to exalt His name (Ps. 9:1). He is our King, the King of kings, and King of the Hill (Ps. 99:9). Everyone needs to stop pushing Him off because one day soon He’s going to say ‘Enough already’ and take His finger and flick everyone off His Hill altogether, everyone who won’t quit it (Mal. 2:2). He’s able (Dan. 5:1-6). The BRAT has got to step down and let Her King take over the Hill before She seriously hurts Herself— more than She has already (John 5:14). YouTube Jotta A We Are The World. Story Time! The Good Shepherd brought this book back to mind—showing me His take on it, Sheep on a Ship by Nancy Shaw. The series was one of my favorites from the girls’ preschool days. Someone has read it for YouTube and I’ve pulled it up on my Playlist Secular Resources God is Using. It’s a ship of fools—though they are cute. YouTube Sheep on a Ship. Uploaded by Reading4Children. The Cover: Right off you see they’ve got way too much baggage (Mark 6:7-11). And sailing under the wrong flag! (Rev. 13:3). Mark 6:7-11 He called unto him the twelve, and began to send them forth by two and two; and gave them power over unclean spirits; And commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money in their purse: But be shod with sandals; and not put on two coats. And he said unto them, In what place soever ye enter into an house, there abide till ye depart from that place. And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear you, when ye depart thence, shake off the dust under your feet for a testimony against them. Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of judgment, than for that city. Rev. 13:3 All the world wondered after the beast. 0:15, Dedication Page: The captain isn’t the right Captain! (John 10:1). While the Bible says that the sheep “will not” follow the wrong Captain/Shepherd, that’s IF “they know His voice” (John 10:2-5), and heed it (James 1:22). John 10:1-5 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. John 10:2-5 But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep. To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out. And when he putteth forth his own sheep, he goeth before them, and the sheep follow him: for they know his voice. And a stranger will they not follow, but will flee from him: for they know not the voice of strangers. James 1:22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 59 0:27: The sheep are Christians (John 10:11 & 14) whom the Captain left with a Mission (Matt. 28:18-20) and a ‘journey’ (Matt. 10:16). They’re also lost elect (John 10:16). John 10:11 I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John 10:14 I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine. Matt. 28:18-20 Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Matt. 10:16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. John 10:16 Other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd. 0:31: The sheep were told it would be a rough trip (Eph. 6:12; 1 Pet. 5:8). Eph. 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 1 Pet. 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. 0:35-0:38: The Captain left us the Map (Matt. 5:18; Rev. 22:18-19). But the sheep didn’t take Him seriously and fell asleep on the Job (Rom. 13:11). Matt. 5:18 Verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Rev. 22:18-19 I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this 60 book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book. Rom. 13:11 now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. 0:39-43: We’ve already been hit with lighting several times, and all can see those dark clouds overhead (Isa. 10:6). The “sudden storm” began with the 9/11 attacks. Isa. 10:6 I will send him against an hypocritical nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge, to take the spoil, and to take the prey, and to tread them down like the mire of the streets. 0:45-47: For years professing Christians have questioned God, even "lost their faith” (John 6:66; Rom. 8:35-39). John 6:66 From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him. Rom. 8:35-39 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. 0:48-0:52: The sheep will “wake up” and “grab the rails” (Acts 2:37-39; Eph. 6:11-20). Acts 2:37-39 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the LORD our God shall call. Eph. 6:11-20 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. 0:53-1:02: Since the sheep don’t use the Map, the trip's been excessively rough (James 1:2-8). James 1:2-8 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. 1:03-1:05: Not relying on God, sheep separated into denominations, lying to themselves, to each other, and to God that they’re tight with Christ or that He doesn’t mind (Jer. 6:13-15), turning on each other (Luke 11:17; 2 Tim. 3:1-7; Matt. 24:12). Jer. 6:13-15 For from the least of them even unto the greatest of them every one is given to covetousness; and from the prophet even unto the priest every one dealeth falsely. They have healed also the hurt of the daughter of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when there is no peace. Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination? nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush: therefore they shall fall among them that fall: at the time that I visit them they shall be cast down, saith the LORD. Luke 11:17 Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house divided against a house falleth. 2 Tim. 3:1-7 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts, Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Matt. 24:12 because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. 1:06-1:11: The result is disastrous (Matt. 23:15). Matt. 23:15 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye compass sea and land to make one proselyte, and when he is made, ye make him twofold more the child of hell than yourselves. 61 1:12-1:19: As a last ditch effort, they do as before and God shows up as before (Acts 27). Take Note: storms above with rough waves and what look like shark in the water (Eph. 6:12; James 1:6)—and a little bird watching the chaos (Isa. 46:8-13) who later leads the way. Acts 27:18-25 Being exceedingly tossed with a tempest, the next day they lightened the ship; And the third day we cast out with our own hands the tackling of the ship. And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away. But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss. And now I exhort you to be of good cheer: for there shall be no loss of any man's life among you, but of the ship. For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve, Saying, Fear not, Paul; thou must be brought before Caesar: and, lo, God hath given thee all them that sail with thee. Wherefore, sirs, be of good cheer: for I believe God, that it shall be even as it was told me. 62 righteousness; it shall not be far off, and my salvation shall not tarry: and I will place salvation in Zion for Israel my glory. 1:20-1:23: The sheep sit still so that they finally have some peace (Ps. 46:10). Ps. 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. 1:24-1:26: By God’s grace, the dumb sheep make it to safety, even though they sail under the wrong flag and with the wrong captain (Isa. 14:13; Heb. 13:5; John 10:28). Notice the little bird leading the way (Matt. 11:10). Isa. 14:13 I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation Heb. 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. John 10:28 I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. Matt. 11:10 It is written, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. Eph. 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 1:27-1:33: They fall short alright! (John 5:42; 1 Cor. 3:13-15). James 1:6 He that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. John 5:42 But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you. Isa. 46:8-13 Remember this, and shew yourselves men: bring it again to mind, O ye transgressors. Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me, Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure: Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it. Hearken unto me, ye stouthearted, that are far from righteousness: I bring near my 1 Cor. 3:13-15 Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is. If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. If any man's work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire. 1:35-1:40: While they all land safely, they have yet to renounce their captain, because until they do they’ll keep falling short (Rev. 18:4). It’s like when Satan left Jesus alone for the moment (Luke 4:13). Except it’s not just you who falls short, but the whole body, the Church, God’s assembly—the whole herd (1 Cor. 12:26). Rev. 18:4 I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues. Luke 4:13 When the devil had ended all the temptation, he departed from him for a season. 1 Cor. 12:26 whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it. 1:41-1:42: Finally, no more Satanic flag, and all the chaos is over. So radical (Ps. 126:1-3). Ps. 126:1-3 When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them. The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad. YouTube Surrender Third Day. 4 WORD: It’s for U.S. & the World God allowed His children to live in blindness for a long season before Christ (Acts 17:30). He also allowed the majority of His children to live with a degree of darkness after Paul left the earth until He raised up John Wycliffe followed by John Hus. Then He still allowed a deep level of darkness among the majority until quite a few years after Hus was burned at the stake in 1415, since Martin Luther didn’t post his thesis until 1517, “beginning” the Great Reformation. Yet all the while the Albigenses and Waldenses walked more closely with God. So not only has there always been a very small remnant, progressive revelation is just that, progressive, so that the “Great” Reformation wasn’t as great as Christianity Today has made it out to be because it was incomplete. The Great Reformation fell short because man falls short. Within no time the Church, God’s assembly, was doing exactly what God said not to do (1 Cor. 1:10-13). Delivered from the bondage of Catholicism, man’s wicked heart immediately thrust him into the sin and bondage of denominational divisions, adding to or taking away from the Bible, ignoring His commands (Rev. 22:18-19) and perverting the Gospel: The LORD of hosts, the mighty One of Israel, [says] Ah, I will ease me of mine adversaries, and avenge me of mine enemies: And I will turn my hand upon thee, and purely purge away thy dross, and take away all thy tin: And I will restore thy judges as at the first, and thy counsellors as at the beginning: afterward thou shalt be called, The city of righteousness, the faithful city (Isa. 1:24-26). There’s no way anyone with a functioning brain could put forth a sound argument stating that the Church, Christianity, (minus the blip after Jesus 63 was here) has ever been “the faithful city.” This prophesy has not yet been fulfilled. Neither will the Lord gather His Church together before it’s fulfilled. Since the Church is made up of people who are connected with so many others in so many ways, technology being what it is, as God draws His own back to the Truth, a flame of revival will spread through God’s Assembly—the Church without walls. And because the Church without walls reaches into the Church with walls, churches, revival will also spread in there. Combined with technology, the fire of God will also spread globally and rapidly. As maturity and revival spread, there will be a reformation within the body of Christ, greatest in the U.S. at first since that’s whose leadership He’s primarily addressing. In turn, the outrageous amount of funding currently being wasted by the American BRAT will instead be used for God’s service worldwide. He says, “Her merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the LORD: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that 64 dwell before the LORD, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing” (Isa. 23:18). American elect will stop being the Material Girl and begin to actually live by faith, finally storing up treasure in heaven rather than on earth by genuinely loving God and their fellow man. “For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith” (Rom. 1:17). Somewhere along the line, elect Church leaders will get convicted and publicly repent before all and start making changes in the churches, provoking hostility from some since sinners lack faith and don’t like change. (Or, like the reformers of the Middle Ages, they’ll abandon the churches.) One way or another, denominations and unbiblical practices will get abandoned by the elect along with the whole 'church' system. God’s people will finally let go of the traditions of men seeing them for the filthy rags that they are (Isa. 64:6). Feeling the pressure from Satan’s cronies, they'll say, "away from me" to those abominations (Isa. 30:22), and host a ‘campfire’ (Acts 19:19-20). THE SWEETEST DREAM CAKES is based on what I’d drawn for Buddy and updated for the girls having read Isaiah 23 and Matthew Henry’s commentary (Isa. 23:16-18). God says, “Quench not the Spirit. Despise not prophesying. Try all things, and keep that which is good. Abstain from all appearance of evil (1 Thess. 5:1922). Once God’s Bride listens to God’s WORD and applies it (Ps. 45:10-11), we’ll start moving in the right direction so that a flame for the Lord will take hold and spread globally. and love the Lord), I saw that while the main denominations arose out of Europe, the United States has been quite busy herself. And she’s been a woman of much less noble character than her sister overseas because divisions developed in the U.S. are what even the carnal in Christ wouldn’t consider Christian, they’re so far off the mark, as with the Latter Day Saints and Jehovah’s Witness. Just the same, the whole system is highly unbiblical. In turn, as the fire of God spreads so will the fire against God from the non-elect (the little splotches). Because all who belong to God must take a stand for Him against the grain and take the heat for a season (Rom. 8:17; 2 Tim. 3:12). More importantly, a bigger sin stemming from the U.S. fits in with Isaiah 23:16-18, in that from the American Whore will come the greatest (initial) healing because we’re guilty on many other counts including the biggest one of all. God revealed this sin to me as He walked me through a song I spell out in the last book, that the U.S. published the Satanic Bible in 1969. What a Whore! And for those who want to defend American Christianity since it wasn’t the Church who wrote the Satanic Bible, it was American Christianity who dropped the Ball so that the Satanic Bible could be written and published in the United States (Rom. 2:24). God blesses our socks of more than any other nation on earth and that’s how we thank Him (Isa. 5:4). However, since God is bringing about the latter day rain, the blessings will overpower the trials and ultimately overcome the fire of hatred. But we won’t understand the details of how to get to and through that point until God’s key players get right with Him. Right now all elect focus on ‘this is what I believe’ when it doesn’t matter what we believe. What matters is what God says. In any case, as God brings us back to the Truth (John 4:24; Luke 1:16-17), there are two significant points concerning a reformation of the Church, as far as I can see, as follows: 1. Time Before a Reformation: This reformation won’t take as long to sweep the globe because of technology, as God revealed with the earthquake. YouTube The Inner Net David Bowden. 2. Time After a Reformation: In order to end His Church on earth as He has stated in the Bible and for which Jesus prayed—perfect and united in Christ—He has to come for us fairly soon following a reformation because of our sinful natures (Jer. 17:9). If He didn’t, we’d surely mess it up all over again since that’s what we’ve consistently done throughout history. The American Queen Scanning the Handbook of Denominations (a very disturbing little book if you know the Bible The Lord has also repeatedly shown me that, like Catholics who supposedly hear from God through their priest, Protestants also need their pastor’s approval—missing the point (Heb. 4:14). Failure to stand on God’s WORD 100% is idolatry. In fact, God says, stated clearest in the NIV “If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all” (Isa. 7:9, NIV). Yet today’s Christians love pastors, denominations, their church community, and their lifestyles more than Jesus. My experience of nearly two decades has been that whenever challenged to think for themselves, born again Christians run either to their pastor or their husband or the leadership team, depending on who’s being challenged. Or else they just turn a blind eye. And when pastors are challenged they do anything and everything but humble themselves before God. YouTube Be My Escape Relient K. Denominational Cold War. While Christians join forces with churches of all denominations for the “greater good,” they consistently stab each other in the back. For 65 example, during some California wildfires, the pastor, who read out of his Presbyterian manual instead of the Bible, called us all to “pray for the Presbyterians.” Like the Catholic “mother” church, each denomination thinks they’re the ‘true’ faithful. Yet according to the Bible, the faithful ones are those who obey God’s WORD (John 14: 15 & 21 & 15:10). A Church Led By Non-Elect. Individual churches do the same hateful thing. I heard R. C. Sproul do it this morning on the radio, but they all do it. Sproul said, “How privileged you are to be at this church. You know that don’t you? This is a unique church.” Supposedly, it’s unlike those other churches that have gone astray. Leadership is doing the same thing as the proud Pharisee (Luke 18:11). So when he confessed to being on the Ashley Madison list, it wasn’t a shock. Truly, how privileged Sproul’s congregation must feel. But they’re not alone. CBN noted that as many as 300 pastors, elders, and other church staff might resign for the same reason. Christianity Today said it was 400. In fact, one pastor/professor just committed suicide because of Ashley Madison, a company that said how the hackers hurt so many “innocent people.” While I don’t agree with the hack since they never confessed to doing it because God called them to do. Rather, they took the Law into their own hand. However, the fact is that “God is not mocked…whatsoever a man sow[s], that shall he also reap” (Gal. 6:7). We either we look at things biblically or lie to ourselves and to others, and that does none of us any good. It just helps Satan. So in an interview just days after her husband died, the wife and adult children of John Gibson, the pastor who killed himself in August of 2015, referred to him as being “a great man with struggles.” His wife admitted being aware of his struggle with sexual addiction. Therefore, according to the Bible, this man, this couple, should have stepped down from their role in Church leadership rather than live a lie before God and His people because God has made it clear that bishop then must be blameless” (1 Tim. 3:2). “a 66 Moreover, the biblical truth is that this man could not have been a Vessel of Mercy because he took his own life. We’re told: Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are. Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise (1 Cor. 3:16-18). If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:26). [According to the full counsel of God, He obviously means that we are simply to love Him more than anyone else.] Whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all that he hath, he cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:33). The lesson is always the same: you cannot love anything, including people, more than God. And if you can’t accept/face/deal with the truth, then you must not be a Vessel of Mercy either. Lord willing, this man’s family belongs to the Lord and God will use this very painful experience to draw them to Himself. And they’re just an example of so many because every Vessel of Mercy has to pick up their cross (Luke 9:23). It’s not easy, but relying on Christ, He makes it possible. You can call me hateful and keep serving Satan, or you can acknowledge the truth and serve Jesus Christ. In other words, either you are part of the problem or part of the solution. Leaders with Poisoned Darts. No matter what denomination or church, when held accountable, pastors pull up the draw bridge and command their sentries to shoot out flaming arrows (2 Tim. 4:3; Rev. 13:3). Pastors, like lay Christians, have forgotten that God bought them with a price and that He has specific requirements to seal the deal (1 Cor. 6:19-20 & 4:2)—or, they’re not elect of God. We live in a world which sees hypocrisy camouflaged by tolerance, not just in the world but in God’s Church. It’s one of the many tricks of the Great Deceiver (2 Cor. 11:14). And we see more of it each day as Church leaders consistently water down the WORD in an effort to make it yet more palatable, ignoring what God has said (Isa. 55:11), doing it while preaching not to do that! And they all do it by skipping unpleasant passages, by venerating men who do it, by lusting over money and power, by joining light with darkness, and/or by being cold blooded hypocrites, for example. Therefore, all the world has seen to date is a conglomeration of false gospels by way of denominations which the lost elect add up to just another god to be placed on the shelf with all the others. And God’s people have done it from the very beginning so that Paul wrote, “I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ” (Gal. 1:6-7). Paul marveled because it happened so fast whereas I marvel because it’s gone on for so long and gotten so bad—especially considering Jesus’ very clear warning, that “every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand” (Matt. 12:25). With tens of thousands of “Christian” denominations “united” in Christ, God has good reason to send Christians a powerful delusion! (2 Thess. 2:10-11). How much clearer could it be that Christianity Today doesn’t believe Him or love Him! You don’t exactly need a PhD to understand what God is saying— which many Church leaders have (Rev. 22:18-20). U.S.—Created for God & King While God has burdened me for the whole Church, the body of Christ, He’s given me serious heartburn over the U.S. part of it—over us. I discern He needed someone who was not nativeborn nor attached to her native home so that patriotism wouldn’t get in the way, since that’s such a huge blinder. American’s see it daily on each other’s bumpers, and you all saw it with the Chilean’s during the coal miners’ rescue: Chi! Chi! Chi! Le! Le! Le! Every nation is into themselves and their nation, rather than being into God and His kingdom (Mark 12:28-31). In contrast, the Lord gave me a hunger and patriotism for His nation (Heb. 11:16) by not really giving me a ‘home’ nation so as to use me as a key player to help fulfill His purposes (Eph. 2:10). While I’ve lived in the States since I was four (minus a short detour into Canada), I didn’t become a citizen until after I was married, and then, only because of my husband’s work. Not that I was so committed to Chile either. Having come to the U.S. as a four year old, I was scoffed at by Chileans for being too Americanized, yet raised in a Chilean home while in the U.S., I was scoffed at by Americans as being a foreigner. Add to that the Pinochet coup and Nixon Watergate scandals at an impressionable age and you’ve got someone who wears no patriotic blinders and understands that wealth, power, and greed are a deathtrap (1 Tim. 6:10; 2 Tim. 3:1-9). To that, God added a genuine fear of Him so that I’d walk the talk. YouTube Bill Dean & Susan Ashton In the Garden. Through the books God provided for our first year of homeschooling (first grade), the Lord revealed to me the ways in which He prepared this nation for His purposes. 1. A Land Prepared Geographically The land, described so well in the song AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL, was prepared by God like no other land on earth granted to one nation. While attending elementary school in New York, for four years I sang this song every week in the public school’s general assembly, to go along with the daily Pledge of Allegiance. And as a foreigner here, having come from the capital city of a land taken over by a brutal dictator, along with having a father who got me hooked on camping, I grew up having a massive wall hanging in my attic saying, We Live in a Great and Beautiful Nation! God made this land ‘dreamy,’ offering humanity a taste of heaven from coast to coast so that it became a melting pot and American Dream. (If you haven’t visited your national parks, watch Ken Burn’s takes on it and/or take a road trip.) 67 Reconsidering the words to Bates’ song, which is a hymn, and doing it as an adult who believes the Bible, and factoring in all God has spoken to me, I discern this hymn is a prayer which G od will be answering, in spite of us, the U.S. (2 Tim. 2:13). 2. A People Prepared Spiritually God not only prepared this land geographically, He also prepared a people for the land by marinating their Food (John 6:55) with Pain is Good. He did it with two sets of key people, the Mayflower Pilgrims and Squanto. Mayflower Pilgrims—These had bailed out of the unbiblical Church risking everything to 68 worship God as He requires (John 4:24), suffering many trials towards that end, including imprisonment and death on their Tour of Duty from England to Holland, only to begin another Tour of the Frontlines from Holland to the New World. Accordingly, within three months they lost half their group in the wilderness, leaving them some 50 people, with only six or seven healthy at any given moment as they began their new life in this land to which God had called them. (Recall Noah and Abraham's trials and blessings.) Squanto—The essence of his tale goes something like this. A Patuxent Indian, he was either kidnapped or tricked into going to England, twice—a Joseph-type. Having learned English and some twisted Scripture (through some Catholics) and a great deal about sinful nature, God had prepared him for his future. Because when he finally arrived back home, he discovered that all of his clan—EVERYONE he had known and loved— had been wiped out by a plaque during his absence (Eph. 6:12; Isa. 45:7; Rom. 8:23). Therefore, before His Tour of Duty with the Pilgrims, he lived with a neighboring tribe singing the Blues, no doubt. During his time at the Table in the wilderness, Squanto must have flooded his plate with tears asking God, Why? Why? Why? YouTube No Matter What Kerrie Roberts. This same set of questions must have been going up from the Pilgrim camp as they consistently died off. Because, as is sometimes the case for Meals at the Table—more so for some than for others—God thoughtfully and lovingly marinated their Food in Pain is Good (Ps. 119:71). God allowed these difficulties so that, merciful and unchanging Father that He is, He could pass both groups a nice big bottle of 828 to go with their platters of soggy darts, though neither would, understandably, feel much like eating—yet. YouTube Hear Me (Tears into Wine) Jim Brickman. 3. A Land Set Apart for the People Having killed off the Patuxent tribe with the plague (Isa. 45:7)—Squanto’s tribe—which terrified the neighboring tribes so that they wouldn’t go near the place, God had the Pilgrims land on that spot rather than further south as they had planned on doing (Prov. 19:21). In that way, God gave His followers not only fertile land, but protection from hostile Indians, as well as provision in the form of one lovingly marinated and lone surviving Squanto who could easily communicate with them having learned English on his Pain is Good Tours of Duty to Europe, and who could teach them how to bring the produce out of the land—since it was, after all, his land. Having engaged in a season of fasting and prayer while marinating in Pain is Good—the Pilgrims in what William Bradford called “The Starving Time,” and Squanto immersed in the Blues—both groups were, therefore, filled with love for one another on first encounter, as God had loved them (John 13:34). Having protested the teachings of the Catholic church, risking all for the Lord’s name and cause, Bradford & Company would have wasted no time providing their gift from the Father (James 1:17) a better explanation of the Truth (John 14:6), just as Aquila and Priscilla had done years before with a certain Jew (Acts 18:24-26). In turn, all of this love, healing, and revelation naturally led to the first thanksgiving celebration where gobs and gobs of 828 were surely served along with heaping bowls of sound doctrine and platters of godly praise (Ps. 126). (Yes, of course, I’m improvising.) 4. A Government By and For the People Having led man to the Reformation, God also enlightened them to the means by which to govern a nation, information the Pilgrims brought with them on the Mayflower in 1620, not only in the form of the Geneva Bible but as born again Christians filled with His Spirit. Fast forward to 1776, America’s Founding Fathers still had wisdom enough to create a republic governed by representatives elected by the people yet safeguarded by their constitution. With elected representatives, as long as the people tend to be righteous, their nation will lean towards righteousness. However, if the people are primarily unrighteous, they elect unrighteous representatives, and therefore have an unrighteous nation. Hello. But since God is gracious enough to have granted our ancestors wisdom, the Constitution has protected US from a faster collapse. Standing back and looking at the Big Picture, we see that God placed Satan as ruler of this world (John 12:31, YLT) and allowed the Jesuits to fool us, the Vessels of Mercy, especially in the U.S, a nation orchestrated by God to reveal His sovereignty, as Tupper Saussy makes clear in Rulers of Evil. It's kind of how I said that Hitler helps us see that God's way is better than our human sinful ways (Jer. 17:9). Saussy’s “controversial” hypothesis was that "the Black Pope rules by divine appointment…for the ultimate good of mankind” (p. 6). The Black Pope represents Satan’s biggest human puppet historically and the tentacles of the Catholic church. He's a pope even the Catholic church can’t 69 control since he’s stronger than they are since they don’t have Jesus within (1 John 4:4). Through the Jesuits, God has allowed Satan to have his hand on this nation from nearly the very beginning. Yet most Christians today argue about how Christian this nation was in the late 1700s, ignorant to Satan’s hand over it (ignorant due to their own sins). Bottom line—all have been fooled to one degree or another and to one or another length of time (Rev. 3:1-3 & 13:3). However, combining what God has revealed through Saussy’s book (and so many other resources) with what He’s revealing through this one—with the hundreds of resources referenced— we can see that the Black Pope, representative of Satan, enables us to see our pronounced imbecility, historically. If you can’t see it, you haven’t done your Homework. In turn, seeing our imbecility for what it is, elect souls will run to Jesus for cover, thereby confirming Saussy’s controversial hypothesis (Isa. 55:8). GO GOD! (Rom. 8:28). 70 Moreover, as I’ve been saying, the sooner you get right with God, the sooner you’ll get enlightened, so that you can stand in the Gap interceding for your brothers and sisters in Christ. And the sooner you do that, the sooner the rest of the elect will wake up and take their positions against the rulers of evil. In turn, the sooner we experience heaven on earth (Matt. 6:10). At the Table in the Wilderness of the 1600s, surely conversation centered on what man and Satan had meant for evil, God had clearly meant for the saving of many lives (Gen. 50:20), as THE FIRST THANKSGIVING reveals. Yet, knowing only in part (1 Cor. 13:9), none of them could have foreseen that the “many lives” to be saved by God’s hand, would one day make up the world’s superpower through which the last revival on earth would usher in the final wave of many lives to enter the kingdom of God! YouTube Amazing Grace Lena Park. U.S.—World Polluters We, the U.S., have undeniably spread much good around the world. But the flip side of that is also true, and more so, because we go by God’s name as all can clearly see on U.S. currency, and also because we, as a nation, have let Satan rule us even though we’ve had ample opportunity— throughout our history—to boot him out. So while God’s hand was obviously on the birth and foundation of this country, and He obviously also allowed Satan to have quite a bit of freedom over US, man’s hand has been very busy, directly and indirectly, tearing down not only this nation, but the world at large—working with Satan rather than with Jesus Christ (Matt. 12:30). And yet, the typical American Christian is very proud about their heritage, oblivious to the fact that “the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain” (Ex. 20:7). Until Church leaders walk rightly before God—and they won’t until Christians’ righteousness EXCEEDS that of their spiritual leaders (Matt. 5:20), which won’t happen until we stop turning a blind eye to their lies and abuse (Eph. 5:11, see NIV)—until then, Satan’s power over us, the U.S., will continue to grow. Americans, even those who don’t believe in Jesus, shout loud and broad God Bless America! when God has clearly blessed her greatly. Americans need to bless God by no longer grieving Him! And we’ll do so by focusing on God’s kingdom first and expressing that focus by exhibiting some sincerely mortified ACTION—that of repentance—as a unified whole. YouTube Matthew West Do Something. Bullying is NOT OK. America has a history of bullying others (Native Americans, Blacks, Japanese, Women, etc.). And while kayaking I learned that eagles, our mascot, rather than fish for themselves—even though they’re quite capable—will often watch osprey fish and then bully the osprey into giving them their catch. Huh. Bullying is OK for the birds just as it was for non-elect pagans who worshipped the Eagle (from whence comes our mascot), since that’s what they were created to do. But it’s not OK for spiritual Eagles (Matt. 20:25-26). Reconciliation begins by biblically dealing with sin (Matt. 18:33). YouTube Repentance is Our Only Hope! Audio by David Wilkerson. Uploaded by Puregospeltruth. HOMEWORK: When you tell Christians you're praying for them, they get insulted and/or respond in a way that says, Ah, whatever, ya ditz. So blind. In contrast, the following book (not the movie) reveals the proper value placed on God and biblical prayer. Twelve Years a Slave by Solomon Northup. Church leaders witness against themselves of how cold they've become, because two of the key things God has asked them to do is to be kind and pray. That’s it! And they do neither! (Rom. 15:1-7; John 4:23-24; 2 Chron. 7:14-15; Mark 9:29). YouTube Heal Our Land Michael Card. When I read Isaiah 23 along with Matthew Henry’s commentary, it struck me that Tyre is also the United States as well as God’s Assembly—the Church—hidden in the prophetic mountain range. What God is saying is that the nation which has polluted the rest of the world the most, the U.S.— being the biggest Protestant biblical hypocrite while also granted the most—will be the one who provides the greatest healing, through God’s amazing grace. It’s like Saul turned Paul, of the New Testament. The latter day rain, this new and improved reformation, will begin in the U.S. as God's people seek and serve Him, lovingly sharing the resources God has granted us, doing it in His Name without compromising His Name, while also NOT banging anyone upside the head with the Bible. As we, as a group (the elect of America) change our ways and become the people God created us to be (Eccl. 12:13)—biblically faithful, prayerful, loving—a movement will emerge. And no one needs to pressure anyone into joining a movement since movements spread like wildfire. Think Zumba. People ‘catch the fever.’ And for God’s fever to spread, His people must walk righteously with Him and pray for others to catch it (Gal. 5:16; Gen. 6:9)—as they did in the beginning (Acts 4:31-33 & 6:4-8). 71 The following video is excellent food for thought with the exception that God is, as always, left out of the picture. So there's much more hope than what this suggests, provided God's elect get out of bed and in gear. So if you're still feeling like a lazy faithless slob, let this help you get in gear. YouTube The Road to World War 3. Uploaded by StormCloudsGathering. God has made it abundantly clear as to what He expects from us. It’s not PhD material, since this is the New Testament model, “Daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ…giv[ing] [them]selves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word” (Acts 5:42 & 6:4). It’s like the warm up in Zumba, it really is too easy—yet very necessary. What God has asked us to do is so amazingly simple, yet for 2000 years we’ve been unwilling! And yet, we have the audacity to blame God for the problems we've caused (Jer. 18:6-10). YouTube Girl America Mat Kearney. E Pluribus Unum. Out of many [denominations] one. 5 WORD: It’s a Flambé I refer to what IAM led me to do—comic strip prophecy—as a flambé for the following reasons:     “God is a consuming fire” (Heb. 12:29); It comes from years of getting burned (2 Tim. 3:12); It will light a flame in the heart and mind of all humble elect; and, You could easily walk a first grader through it who’s been raised on God’s WORD. And the rest can easily enough be brought up to speed. Then Poof! WATCH OUT! (Ps. 145:4). Kids are so much more capable than adults allow. (In fact, people, are so much more capable than what arrogant sinners seem to think.) It’s one of the best lessons from homeschooling, which is the original parenting model. When the babies whine from being challenged, you don’t give in! You help them as needed if needed. Then, seeing what they’re capable of, they start challenging themselves. And if you’ve bought the lie pushed through the media that homeschooling is for idiots and develops idiots, wake up! It’s only logical that someone who’s engaging their brain and placing information in front of less than a handful of students will have a better outcome than one who is feeding them watered down government satanically biased garbage to several handfuls of students. If WORD doesn’t light your fire, your heart is hardened. But it can be softened (John 6:45; 1 John 1:9; James 5:16). And if you don’t do it, God will do it for you by putting it directly on the flames like a marshmallow on a stick (Matt. 3:11; Heb. 4:7). It's your choice. The pages that follow my WORD flambé have the corresponding Scripture, since most people are too lazy to take the time to look them up—and there’s just too much at stake. So if you’re one of those whose been taking shortcuts, maybe this shortened version of the message, with your 72 Homework done for you, will motivate you to go back and do all of your Homework for yourself. Besides, if you move forward to the last book without doing all of your Homework, you’re going to miss a ton of what God is saying and how He’s saying it. And He’s having a good deal of fun playing with words and people, messing with all of our heads. Do your Homework. I’m trusting God will fulfill every promise He’s made me—since He doesn’t lie (Num. 23:19; Heb. 11:6). Moreover, He’ll fulfill them so that all will see that He is exactly who He says He is (John 1:14). YouTube Worth It All Jason Crabb. You’ve heard the expression, ‘He’s the spitting image of his father.’ That too is biblical (Gen. 1:27; John 10:30). YouTube Christine D’Claro – Who is Like the Father. 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 Scriptures for WORD #1 1 John 5:7 For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one. Col. 1:16 By him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him. John 6:44 No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day. John 6:37 All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out. Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Matt. 20:28 Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. John 15:26 But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me. 1 Pet. 1:2 Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied. Rom. 9:18-23 Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth. Thou wilt say then unto me, Why doth he yet find fault? For who hath resisted his will? Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, Why hast thou made me thus? Hath not the potter power over the clay, of the same lump to make one vessel unto honour, and another unto dishonour? What if God, willing to shew his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath fitted to destruction. And that he might make known the riches of his glory on the vessels of mercy, which he had afore prepared unto glory. John 3:3 Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. #2 Ezek. 34:1-4 Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD unto the shepherds; Woe be to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks? Ye eat the fat, and ye clothe you with the wool, ye kill them that are fed: but ye feed not the flock. The diseased have ye not strengthened, neither have ye healed that which was sick, neither have ye bound up that which was broken, neither have ye brought again that which was driven away, neither have ye sought that which was lost; but with force and with cruelty have ye ruled them. 85 Isa. 9:16 The leaders of this people cause them to err; and they that are led of them are destroyed. 1 Cor. 12:25, YLT There may be no division in the body. 2 Tim. 4:3-4 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables. Matt. 24:12 Because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. Ps. 81:11-12 But my people would not hearken to my voice; and Israel would none of me. So I gave them up unto their own hearts' lust: and they walked in their own counsels. 2 Thess. 2:3-4 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition. Matt. 23:15 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye compass sea and land to make one proselyte, and when he is made, ye make him twofold more the child of hell than yourselves. #3 Deut. 5:11 Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain: for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain. Rom. 2:24 For the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles through you, as it is written. Isa. 5:4 What could have been done more to my vineyard, that I have not done in it? wherefore, when I looked that it should bring forth grapes, brought it forth wild grapes? #4 Isa. 23:3 By great waters…the harvest of the river, is her revenue; and she is a mart of nations. Isa. 24:5 The earth also is defiled under the inhabitants thereof; because they have transgressed the laws, changed the ordinance, broken the everlasting covenant. Luke 12:48 But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more. #5 Ezek. 28:17 Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness: I will cast thee to the ground, I will lay thee before kings, that they may behold thee. Jer. 17:9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked. 1 John 2:15 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 86 #6 Mark 12:30 Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment. Matt. 12:43-45 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished. Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation. Acts 20:30 Of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them. Rev. 2:4-5 I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent. John 5:44 How can ye believe, which receive honour one of another, and seek not the honour that cometh from God only? James 1:8 A double minded man is unstable in all his ways. #7 Acts 20:28 Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. Heb. 5:4 No man taketh this honour unto himself, but he that is called of God, as was Aaron. Jams 3:1 My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. 1 Cor. 4:1-2 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. Rom. 4:12 So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God. #8 Matt. 12:25 Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand. 1 Cor. 1:12-13 Every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ. Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul? Gal. 1:6-9 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. 87 2 Cor. 6:14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? John 4:23-24 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. #9 Matt. 16:23 [Jesus] turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men. 1 Cor. 12:25-27 There should be no schism [division] in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another. And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it. Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. Matt. 5:19 Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven. Matt. 25:34-45 Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world: For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in: Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me. Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me. Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels: For I was an hungred, and ye gave me no meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me not in: naked, and ye clothed me not: sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not. Then shall they also answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, and did not minister unto thee? Then shall he answer them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me. #10 Jer. 2:13 My people have committed two evils; they have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, and hewed them out cisterns, broken cisterns, that can hold no water. Matt. 23:34 Wherefore, behold, I send unto you prophets, and wise men, and scribes: and some of them ye shall kill and crucify; and some of them shall ye scourge in your synagogues, and persecute them from city to city. Acts 8:30-38 Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Esaias, and said, Understandest thou what thou readest? And he said, How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him. The place of the scripture which he read was this, He was led as a sheep to the slaughter; and like a lamb dumb before his shearer, so opened he not his mouth: In his humiliation his 88 judgment was taken away: and who shall declare his generation? for his life is taken from the earth. And the eunuch answered Philip, and said, I pray thee, of whom speaketh the prophet this? of himself, or of some other man? Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus. And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be baptized? And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. And he commanded the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him. Rev. 2:20-22 Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, because thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed unto idols. And I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not. Behold, I will cast her into a bed, and them that commit adultery with her into great tribulation, except they repent of their deeds. #11 Rev. 3:1-3 I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God. Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee. Ps. 12:1-2 Help, LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children of men. They speak vanity every one with his neighbour: with flattering lips and with a double heart do they speak. Matt. 16:18 I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Deut. 11:14 I will give you the rain of your land in his due season, the first rain and the latter rain, that thou mayest gather in thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil. Joel 2:23 Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain, and the latter rain in the first month. #12 Acts 7:9 The patriarchs, moved with envy, sold Joseph into Egypt: but God was with him. Matt. 23:34 I send unto you prophets, and wise men, and scribes: and some of them ye shall kill and crucify; and some of them shall ye scourge in your synagogues, and persecute them from city to city. Matt. 23:39 I say unto you, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord. John 17:19-21 For their sakes I sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified through the truth. Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also which shall believe on me through their word; That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. 89 Matt. 6:10 Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. #13 Gen. 3:6 She took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband with her; and he did eat. Rom. 5:12 Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned. Heb. 13:5 I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. 2 Tim. 3:12 All that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. 1 Cor. 15:9 [Paul said] I am the least of the apostles… because I persecuted the church of God. #14 2 Tim. 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof. 1 Pet. 5:8 [We were supposed to] be sober [and] vigilant; because…our adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. Eph. 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Jer. 4:22 My people is foolish, they have not known me; they are sottish children, and they have none understanding: they are wise to do evil, but to do good they have no knowledge. 2 Thess. 2:10-11 Because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie. Jer. 2:19 Thine own wickedness shall correct thee, and thy backslidings shall reprove thee: know therefore and see that it is an evil thing and bitter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God, and that my fear is not in thee, saith the Lord God of hosts. Jer. 18:12 They said, There is no hope: but we will walk after our own devices, and we will every one do the imagination of his evil heart. Acts 2:42-47 They continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. And all that believed were together, and had all things common; And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. Ps. 69 Save me, O God; for the waters are come in unto my soul. I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing: I am come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me. I am weary of my crying: my throat is dried: mine eyes fail while I wait for my God. They that hate me without a cause are more than the hairs of mine head: they that would destroy me, being mine enemies wrongfully, are mighty: then I restored that which I took not 90 away. O God, thou knowest my foolishness; and my sins are not hid from thee. Let not them that wait on thee, O Lord GOD of hosts, be ashamed for my sake: let not those that seek thee be confounded for my sake, O God of Israel. Because for thy sake I have borne reproach; shame hath covered my face. I am become a stranger unto my brethren, and an alien unto my mother's children. For the zeal of thine house hath eaten me up; and the reproaches of them that reproached thee are fallen upon me. When I wept, and chastened my soul with fasting, that was to my reproach. I made sackcloth also my garment; and I became a proverb to them. They that sit in the gate speak against me; and I was the song of the drunkards. But as for me, my prayer is unto thee, O LORD, in an acceptable time: O God, in the multitude of thy mercy hear me, in the truth of thy salvation… let thy salvation, O God, set me up on high. I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving. This also shall please the LORD better than an ox or bullock that hath horns and hoofs. The humble shall see this, and be glad: and your heart shall live that seek God. For the LORD heareth the poor, and despiseth not his prisoners… Rom. 8:6 To be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Luke 14:33 Whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all that he hath, he cannot be my disciple. James 4:4 Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. 2 Tim. 3:1-9 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts, Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith. But they shall proceed no further: for their folly shall be manifest unto all men, as their's also was. Rev. 13:3 [Satan’s] deadly wound was healed: and all the world wonder[s] after the beast. #15 Eph. 5:25-27 Christ also love[s] the church, and gave himself for it; That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word, That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. Isa. 30:15 Thus saith the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not. Rev. 3:18 I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear; and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou mayest see. Ezek. 36:26 A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. 91 James 4:7-9 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. #16 Matt. 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Eph. 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. Acts 2:17-18 It shall come to pass in the last days, saith God, I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams: And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy: Heb. 1:1-2 God…hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son. Mal. 3:6 For I am the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed. #17 Isa. 29:13-16 Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the LORD, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who knoweth us? 1 Cor. 5:11 But now I have written unto you not to keep company, if any man that is called a brother be a fornicator, or covetous, or an idolator, or a railer, or a drunkard, or an extortioner; with such an one no not to eat. 1 Cor. 11:17 I praise you not…ye come together not for the better, but for the worse. Rev. 19:16 He hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS. Luke 6:46 Why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? Isa. 54:7 For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee. 92 #18 Jer. 18:7-8 At what instant I shall speak concerning a nation, and concerning a kingdom, to pluck up, and to pull down, and to destroy it; If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them. Deut. 6:16, NIV Do not put the LORD your God to the test. Acts 5:39, NIV If [this] is from God, you will not be able to stop [Maya]; you will only find yourselves fighting against God. Lam. 3:40 Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the LORD. #19 Rom. 9:16 It is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy. Rom. 9:18 Hath he mercy on whom he will have mercy, and whom he will he hardeneth. Ps. 81:10 I am the LORD thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt: open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it. James 4:8-9 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. #20 Luke 10:38-42 As they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her. John 12:26 If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour. John 13:15-17 For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you. Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him. If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them. Matt. 20:25-26 Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them. But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister. 93 #21 1 Tim. 2:1-2 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. Acts 9:1-16 Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they were men or women, he might bring them bound unto Jerusalem. And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven: And he fell to the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do. And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man. And Saul arose from the earth; and when his eyes were opened, he saw no man: but they led him by the hand, and brought him into Damascus. And he was three days without sight, and neither did eat nor drink. And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth, And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting his hand on him, that he might receive his sight. Then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints at Jerusalem: And here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call on thy name. But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel: For I will shew him how great things he must suffer for my name's sake. Col. 3:25 He that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons. Isa. 55:11 So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. Rom. 8:28 We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Eph. 5:21 Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God. 94 #22 Matt. 5:25 Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and thou be cast into prison. Acts 4:13 When they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus. Luke 22:25-26 The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors. But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve. 1 Cor. 3:11-15 For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if any man build upon this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble; Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is. If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. If any man's work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire. #23 Matt. 21:13 Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves, And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves. 2 Cor. 7:8-11 For though I made you sorry with a letter, I do not repent, though I did repent: for I perceive that the same epistle hath made you sorry, though it were but for a season. Now I rejoice, not that ye were made sorry, but that ye sorrowed to repentance: for ye were made sorry after a godly manner, that ye might receive damage by us in nothing. For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death. For behold this selfsame thing, that ye sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you, yea, what clearing of yourselves, yea, what indignation, yea, what fear, yea, what vehement desire, yea, what zeal, yea, what revenge! In all things ye have approved yourselves to be clear in this matter. Eph. 5:25-27 Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word, That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. 2 Tim. 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. Heb. 6:1-2 Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God, Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment. Matt. 5:43-48 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; 95 That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. Matt. 28:19-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Eph. 4:13 Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. #24 Isa. 64:6 We are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away. Isa. 30:22 Ye shall defile also the covering of thy graven images of silver, and the ornament of thy molten images of gold: thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloth; thou shalt say unto it, Get thee hence. Acts 19:18-20 Many that believed came, and confessed, and shewed their deeds. Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver. So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed. #25 Acts 1:8 Ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. Ex. 36:4-5 All the wise men, that wrought all the work of the sanctuary, came every man from his work which they made; And they spake unto Moses, saying, The people bring much more than enough for the service of the work, which the LORD commanded to make. Acts 4:34-37 Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, And laid them down at the apostles' feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need. And Joses, who by the apostles was surnamed Barnabas, (which is, being interpreted, The son of consolation,) a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus, Having land, sold it, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles' feet. Isa. 23:18 Her merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the LORD: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the LORD, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing. Ps. 94:14 For the LORD will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance. Rev. 22:12 Behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. Rom. 13:11 Knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed. 96 #26 John 13:35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. #27 2 Tim. 3:12 Let the deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well. 2 Cor. 4:8-11 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body. For we which live are always delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our mortal flesh. 1 Cor. 3:13-15 Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is. If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. If any man's work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire. John 8:12 Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life. 1 John 1:5 This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. #28 Isa. 30:20-22 Though the Lord give you the bread of adversity, and the water of affliction, yet shall not thy teachers be removed into a corner any more, but thine eyes shall see thy teachers: And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left. Ye shall defile also the covering of thy graven images of silver, and the ornament of thy molten images of gold: thou shalt cast them away as a menstruous cloth; thou shalt say unto it, Get thee hence. Luke 24:45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures. Matt. 24:14 This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. Isa. 46:11 Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it. Isa. 23:17-18 The LORD will visit Tyre, and she shall turn to her hire, and shall commit fornication with all the kingdoms of the world upon the face of the earth. And her merchandise and her hire shall be holiness to the LORD: it shall not be treasured nor laid up; for her merchandise shall be for them that dwell before the LORD, to eat sufficiently, and for durable clothing. 97 #29 John 17:20-21 Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also which shall believe on me through their word; That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. John 10:16 Other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd. Luke 11:2 When ye pray, say, Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth. #30 2 Cor. 11:2 For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ. Rev. 19:9 He saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. And he saith unto me, These are the true sayings of God. Eph. 6:11-20 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. John 8:32 Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. John 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. John 1:14 The Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. John 14:6 I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Isa. 31:4-9 For thus hath the LORD spoken unto me, Like as the lion and the young lion roaring on his prey, when a multitude of shepherds is called forth against him, he will not be afraid of their voice, nor abase himself for the noise of them: so shall the LORD of hosts come down to fight for mount Zion, and for the hill thereof. As birds flying, so will the LORD of hosts defend Jerusalem; defending also he will deliver it; and passing over he will preserve it. Turn ye unto him from whom the children of Israel have deeply revolted. For in that day every man shall cast away his idols of silver, and his idols of gold, which your 98 own hands have made unto you for a sin. Then shall the Assyrian fall with the sword, not of a mighty man; and the sword, not of a mean man, shall devour him: but he shall flee from the sword, and his young men shall be discomfited. And he shall pass over to his strong hold for fear, and his princes shall be afraid of the ensign, saith the LORD, whose fire is in Zion, and his furnace in Jerusalem. #31 2 Thess. 2:3-4 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God. Ps. 89:30-33 If his children forsake my law, and walk not in my judgments; If they break my statutes, and keep not my commandments; Then will I visit their transgression with the rod, and their iniquity with stripes. Nevertheless my lovingkindness will I not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail. James 5:7-8 Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain. Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh. John 15:5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. Acts 1:9-11 When he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight. And while they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel; Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. Rev. 22:13 I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last. 1 Cor. 3:13 Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is. 1 Thess. 4:16-17 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Matt. 7:3-5 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye. 1 Cor. 15:51-53 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality. 99 Rev. 3:3 Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee. 2 Pet. 3:9-11 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness. 100 The Pantry Bible Abbreviations Old Testament Gen. Genesis Ex. Exodus Lev. Leviticus Num. Numbers Deut. Deuteronomy Josh. Joshua Judg. Judges Ruth Ruth 1-2 Sam. 1-2 Samuel 1-2 Kings 1-2 Kings 1-2 Chron. 1-2 Chronicles Ezra Ezra Neh. Nehemiah Esth. Esther Job Job Ps. Psalm Prov. Proverbs Eccl. Ecclesiastes Song. Song of Solomon Isa. Isaiah Jer. Jeremiah Lam. Lamentations Ezek. Ezekiel Dan. Daniel Hos. Hosea Joel Joel Amos Amos Obad. Obadiah Jonah Jonah Micah Micah Nah. Nahum Hab. Habakkuk Zeph. Zephaniah Hag. Haggai Zech. Zechariah Mal. Malachi New Testament Matt. Matthew Mark Mark Luke Luke John John Acts Acts Rom. 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