Monday, January 25, 2010

Will You Go?


Isaiah 6: 1-8
1In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the LORD sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple.
2Above it stood the seraphims: each one had six wings; with twain he covered his face, and with twain he covered his feet, and with twain he did fly.
3And one cried unto another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the LORD of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.
4And the posts of the door moved at the voice of him that cried, and the house was filled with smoke.
5Then said I, Woe is me! for I am undone; because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.
6Then flew one of the seraphims unto me, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar:
7And he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged.
8Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.


When the Lord calls will you go? Will you take a step of faith and say Lord, send me; no matter what the cost? God wants our all. He wants nothing less than our devotion and obedience. We are at a critical time in the world and God wants to equip His people to do the work that He has called us to do. The Lord has been pressing upon my heart the necessity of saying, “Here am I; send me” or simply “Here am I”. “Going” is a scary thing. Sometimes God calls us to do things that seem impossible; things that are often outside of our comfort zone. But we serve an awesome God who just wants us to be willing and open to what He wants to do in us and through us.

I would like to encourage everyone to continue seeking the face of God and His kingdom. Know that at a moments notice, God will want to use you as a vessel to do His mighty work. We should learn to view God’s call not as something we dread but rather as a privilege and honor because He doesn’t have to use any of us. He does not need us like we need Him; rather He wants you to experience Him and allow you to be a partaker in His glory. He loves you that much!

Don’t dwell on what you think you can or can’t do well. Don’t think about what seems impossible. Don’t think that you are not good enough or unworthy to be used. God has cleansed you and set you apart to do a great work in you. Understand what He thinks about you; His word says that you are fearfully and wonderfully made. Just know that all things are possible with God and that you don’t have to do any work because He will do a perfect work in and through you. Remember, it is not about you and your capabilities; it’s about God and His capabilities. Just simply say, “Lord here I am” or “Lord, here I am send me” and He will do the rest. He is faithful to do it and wants to do it in and through you. Allow God to have His way in your life by being open and obedient. Let Him take you from glory to glory, and praise Him along the way.

Take the time to search your heart and see if you are open to the Lord’s call. If He asks you to leave a well paying job and comfortable life to go to a remote place of the world to share His word so that one soul may be saved; would you go? Are you willing to put aside the passing things of this world for God’s kingdom? If you are saying no, then ask God to give you an open heart that can receive His Word. A heart that is moved for His kingdom and people. If God could leave eternity, His most excellent dwelling place, be transformed into flesh, take on our sickness, sin and sorrow, be humiliated, spat on, scourged and crucified so that we may not taste death and receive the full penalty for our sins, what then shouldn’t we be willing to do for Him and His glory? The best way to glorify the Lord, to thank Him for saving you and for always protecting, providing and being there for you, is to simply be obedient, answer His call and walk in love. Give glory to His name everyday, by not just singing His praises but being open to what He wants to do in and through you. Be obedient and full of love. God Bless!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Pray for Haiti

It would be impossible for anyone in the world not to know about the suffering of the people in Haiti. There is a tremdous cry coming from the people of Haiti and they need our prayers and help. Let’s also remember that the stronghold of voodoo is still very present in Haiti. Below is a video that shows several Catholic Haitians worshipping God after the earthquake as well as another Haitian that practices voodoo and is defending it. The people of Haiti need to come into a living relationship with Christ and put away the evils of voodoo. Let’s pray that the people of Haiti leave voodoo behind and embrace the Lord God with all their heart. Additionally, if God is speaking to your heart about helping the people of Haiti we encourage you to move in the Spirit of Obedience. Allow God to use you and/or your resources to help the people of Haiti. In your obedience God receives all the glory. Be blessed.

Sunday, January 10, 2010

True Stormriders: Church bombings in Malaysia

The Lord has spoken to us that more people are going to be drawn to Him. Many lives will be saved and delivered out of the enemies' hands. We have had confirmation from our pastors' sermons and messages that this is what the Lord is going to do in 2010.
With that said all the powers of hell is oppose to this plan. So there will be a lot of suffering, trials and tribulations during this period. But know that God is in control and that all things work together for good to those that love God. (Romans 8:28) We will be posting more stories about the persecutions of God's people but we will also be posting stories of His people overcoming obstacles and God receiving all the glory.
Here is an article of two church bombings that happened in Malaysia this morning. The attacks happened after a court ruled that the Arabic word for God which is "Allah" can be used in non-Muslim literature. Many Muslims oppose this rule because they believe it will confuse Muslims and convert them to Christianity.
Please pray for our brothers and sisters over in Malaysia. Pray that they are strengthen by the Holy Spirit and remain encouraged. Pray for the country of Malaysia and the healing of hearts towards one another. So that the Lord's spirit will move throughout the land and that many will receive the Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ.

Friday, January 1, 2010

Prayer Points for 2010

Here are the points we are going to focus on in the New Year. We pray that you will be in agreement with us and join us in prayer.


Prayer Points For 2010


1) For Humility – to be humble in everything that we do. To bring Glory to God


2) No idle talk - take all concerns to God. No complaining, backbiting, accusing, gossiping and speaking of things not concerning the kingdom.


3) Operate in the Spirit- to hear, see, feel and touch with God’s love. To use the gifts of the Spirit diligently for the kingdom. To pray in the Spirit and spend time being in the Spirit.


4) Manifestations of the Spirit- to perform the gifts of the Spirit.


5) To be healthy- to watch what we put in our bodies. Includes food, music, what we read and watch. To exercise and have healthy bodies that are not bound by our age.


6) To pray and intercede- to pray, fast and intercede for the body of Christ and the world


7) Time with the Lord- to honor the Sabbath, increase our time in His presence and spend more time in His word.


8) Wisdom with money- to be financially savvy and full of wisdom when it comes to spending money. To be debt free and know how to save.


9) Unity- unity in families, friendships, workplaces, schools, ministries, organizes, churches and the body of Christ


10) Be Faithful- to have a sense of urgency, to be ready for Christ's return. To not waste time but to be patient and wait on the Lord. To trust His plan for our lives. Believe and hold on to the promises He has for us.