My Resolve
“My Resolve”
The prophets, Isaiah and Jeremiah, were not known for simply going with
the flow. These men of God made a bold stand against the wickedness
and corruption of their day. Sure, they suffered the consequences of
their actions, but in light of eternity they also reaped the eternal
rewards for their faithfulness.
As we approach another holiday of
celebration of our independence as a nation it is difficult to find
men such as these. There are many who serve as mere musicians
on the deck of a doomed ship to comfort the hearts of those destined for destruction in an icy, watery grave. But this isn’t the Titanic, and there are enough lifeboats to save EVERYONE! The Bible still says,
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Sadly, I don’t know whether our backslidden nation will ever turn
around. The confidence of the people in our highest court is probably
at its lowest… and no wonder for they no longer judge according to
the Constitution or conscience. Our lawmakers and judges have become
a reflection of the people who put them there. Their laws and
opinions are putting our nation at risk for Divine judgment. Dr. Tony
Evans posted a statement on his Twitter account this morning to which
I concur: “When one nation under God becomes one nation apart from
God, expect the consequences.” If God’s Word be true, our nation is
no longer destined for greatness, but grief. We have traded decency
and dignity for dishonor and derision. While I wish for God to BLESS
America, my prayer today is, “God, BE MERCIFUL to America.”
Meanwhile, there is no lack of weak priests and spineless prophets in
this hour. The need is great for another Elijah, Isaiah, or Jeremiah.
This hour calls for another fearless John, uncompromising Stephen or
trailblazing Paul.
“Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be
afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee;
he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.” ~ Deuteronomy 31:6
What a time we had under the ministry of Brother Messer! Our hearts were lifted as we were reminded that Jesus reigns even now, and we are a part of His kingdom.
Jesus acknowledged that He had a kingdom as He stood before Pilate, but His kingdom at that point was not merely of this old world. As our risen Savior He lives and reigns for ever more.
Satan tries his best to negatively affect our spiritual walk, but if we have been crucified with Christ, and are dead to the world, then Christ reigns in our lives and this world has no influence on us.
If we are truly Christ’s, and He reigns, then we also reign with Him. As kings and priests in the kingdom of God, we must live in a higher realm. If we still struggle inwardly with our flesh and outwardly with others in the body of Christ, then we are not reigning as God intends. As a result our effectiveness as the body of Christ is greatly hindered.
The devil wants us to live in this weakened state. He doesn’t want us to live in victory. His desire is for us to struggle under a mindset of defeatism and servitude to him. BUT HE IS A DEFEATED FOE! Our Lord is King Jesus, and He reigns!
Let us always remember our position in God’s kingdom and walk in victory. We shall inherit the earth. Be an overcomer today!
FORWARD together on our knees… has been chosen as our theme for 2013. The power and driving force of prayer is what is so desperately needed in this day and hour which we live in.
As we rapidly go through the beginning of this new year, March holds an opportunity for us to stop and reflect on the Greatest act of love shown to mankind – the Ultimate Sacrifice of God’s only Son.