"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14 ____ "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." John 3:16
Like Keith Green, I too was raised in Christian Science. Then also like Keith, I began searching for more until that day in July 1976 when I gave my heart to the Lord Jesus Christ.
When He rolls up His sleeves, He ain't just putting on the Ritz (our God is an awesome God) There's thunder in His footsteps and lightning in His fists (our God is an awesome God) And the Lord wasn't joking when He kicked 'em out of Eden It wasn't for no reason that He shed His blood His return is very close, and so you better be believing that our God is an awesome God
Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love Our God is an awesome God Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love Our God is an awesome God
And when the sky was starless in the void of the night (our God is an awesome God) He spoke into the darkness and created the light (our God is an awesome God) With judgement and wrath He poured out on Sodom, mercy and grace He gave us at the cross I hope that we have not too quickly forgotten that our God is an awesome God
Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love Our God is an awesome God Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love Our God is an awesome God
Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love Our God is an awesome God Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love Our God is an awesome God
Our God (our God is an awesome God) He reigns (he reigns from heaven above) With wisdom (with wisdom, power, and love) Our God is an awesome God Our God is an awesome God Our God is an awesome God
Currently, I'm re-reading Gensis in my secondhand King James Bible found at a thrift store years ago. It is inscribed on the front page with, "Happy Birthday to Betty from Aunt Elsie. December 19th, 1936."
Next year 2026, I will celebrate 50 years of being a Christian. I don't remember the exact day, but it was July 1976, the bicentennial year for the USA.
Over these many years, I have owned several Bibles of various versions but most of the modern ones either have changed or deleted verses. The Holy Spirit is our Teacher and He will reveal to us the Truth if we simply ask Him.
These days, when searching for a particular scripture, I often go online to Blue Letter Bible or if I want to hear the reading of the scripture, I go to Listen To The King James Bible recorded by Alexander Scourby. But there is something wonderful about holding a bible in your hands and reading preferably aloud the Word of God.
And now I'm reading in Genesis and the above verse, "Is any thing too hard for the LORD" I have underlined in red ink. I love this Truth which reminds me I don't have to worry!
When life looks glim or problems persist, we should read the Bible as we put our trust in the Lord Jesus Christ for a solution because He is faithful and NOTHING is too hard for the LORD!
A few photos I took yesterday here in Panama City Florida I hope brings a smile.
Earlier this year 2025, Elevation Life Church bought a church building at 1321 Beck Ave in Panama City, Florida, along with a vacant lot most likely for parking. This is my current town and they are now adding an addition to it, so wanted to know more about them.
Elevation Church is a non-denominational megachurch based in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 2006 by Steven Furtick and Holly Furtick. It has a weekly attendance of over 17,000 and operates 20 campuses, focusing on community outreach and worship.
However, it has faced various criticisms and controversies over the years. These concerns primarily revolve around theological practices, teaching methods, and church culture. It has been criticized for avoiding traditional Christian terminology, such as "resurrection" and "the blood of Jesus," in their Easter invitations. This approach aims to make newcomers feel included but has led to accusations of "watering down" the faith.
Critics argue that Furtick's sermons often lack biblical depth and context. His style is described as more focused on personal empowerment and motivational speaking rather than sound doctrine. He has been linked with other teachers who are considered controversial or heretical, raising concerns about the theological integrity of his teachings.
Elevation Church emphasizes reaching people far from God, which some believe detracts from the spiritual nourishment of existing members. Critics argue that this focus can lead to neglecting deeper theological education. The church's structure has been questioned, particularly regarding the authority of Furtick. Some feel that his leadership style resembles a "visionary" role that undermines the priesthood of all believers.
Some former members have expressed dissatisfaction with the church's practices, claiming that it prioritizes entertainment over genuine worship and biblical teaching. The church has faced significant backlash on social media for its approaches, particularly regarding its Easter messaging and overall theological stance. These issues highlight ongoing debates within the church community about the balance between outreach and doctrinal integrity.
RED FLAG
Elevation Church Fires Youth Pastor Due to Allegations of Inappropriate Conduct at Previous Church
The irony is that if you go to his "church" but you don't say what he says, see what he sees, read what what he reads, think what he thinks, and do what he does, you'll be ostracized. Speaking from experience here.
According to this man, Paul and Jesus were haters. So were the early church fathers and the reformers. All those who held to truth and opposed heresy and false doctrine are the 'haters'. ALL of the prophets and watchmen are haters. I guess I should actually be proud to be one of the haters, on the narrow road which goes through the narrow gate.
Glad to have left this church years ago! Furtick has a cult of personality and pulls the 'martyr' card when people disagree with him. Any discussion of the church's finances, the lack of lay leadership, and the disregard for discipling church attendees is dismissed as not seeing the vision. I won't be shamed into silence; this church has some flaws that no one inside the church wants to address.
Jude 1:2 Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called:
Jude 1:2
Mercy unto you, and peace, and love, be multiplied.
Jude 1:3
Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.
Jude 1:4
For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ.
Jude 1:5
I will therefore put you in remembrance, though ye once knew this, how that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed them that believed not.
Jude 1:6
And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day.
Jude 1:7
Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.
Jude 1:8
Likewise also these filthy dreamers defile the flesh, despise dominion, and speak evil of dignities.
Jude 1:9
Yet Michael the archangel, when contending with the devil he disputed about the body of Moses, durst not bring against him a railing accusation, but said, The Lord rebuke thee.
Jude 1:10
But these speak evil of those things which they know not: but what they know naturally, as brute beasts, in those things they corrupt themselves.
Jude 1:11
Woe unto them! for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the error of Balaam for reward, and perished in the gainsaying of Core.
Jude 1:12
These are spots in your feasts of charity, when they feast with you, feeding themselves without fear: clouds they are without water, carried about of winds; trees whose fruit withereth, without fruit, twice dead, plucked up by the roots;
Jude 1:13
Raging waves of the sea, foaming out their own shame; wandering stars, to whom is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever.
Jude 1:14
And Enoch also, the seventh from Adam, prophesied of these, saying, Behold, the Lord cometh with ten thousands of his saints,
Jude 1:15
To execute judgment upon all, and to convince all that are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds which they have ungodly committed, and of all their hard speeches which ungodly sinners have spoken against him.
Jude 1:16
These are murmurers, complainers, walking after their own lusts; and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having men's persons in admiration because of advantage.
Keep Yourselves in the Love of God
Jude 1:17
But, beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ;
Jude 1:18
How that they told you there should be mockers in the last time, who should walk after their own ungodly lusts.
Jude 1:19
These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit.
Jude 1:20
But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,
Jude 1:21
Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life.
Jude 1:22
And of some have compassion, making a difference:
Jude 1:23
And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.
Jude 1:24
Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,
Jude 1:25
To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.
"Dr. Robert Gladstone speaks out in this exclusive interview about the patterns of lying, cover up, and protecting the powerful that he has witnessed with Dr. Michael Brown over the past 2 years. He also tells his journey as the Fire School of Ministry Director of Student Affairs. Gladstone specifically speaks of the nature of Brown's obfuscation in regards to IHOPKC and Mike Bickle, as well as another prominent leader that they were working to hold accountable, and shows patterns that have persisted in all of these different scenarios."
As a FIRE grad, I totally enjoyed the teaching of Dr Bob Gladstone and I am so thankful for his input on this whole situation regarding Dr Michael Brown.
In this episode, Ron Cantor discusses a controversial prophecy given by Pastor Lisa Stribling regarding Mike Bickle, who has faced multiple allegations of sexual misconduct. Cantor critiques the prophecy as manipulative and abusive, emphasizing the need for accountability and the importance of testing consequential prophetic words before sharing them with the world. He highlights the conflict of interest due to Stribling's familial ties to Bickle and calls for the charismatic movement and the church at large to take a stand against sexual abuse and support victims as they seek justice. The conversation underscores the necessity of discernment within the church and the role of true prophetic voices in addressing injustice. Repentance and godly leadership, not gaslighting and manipulation, are what is needed in this hour.
TAKEAWAYS
✅ The prophecy given by Lisa Stribling is seen as manipulative and abusive.
✅ There is a significant conflict of interest due to Stribling being Bickle's sister.
✅ The church must take accountability for addressing allegations of misconduct.
✅ Prophetic words should be tested and discerned by the community.
✅ Silencing victims of abuse is a serious issue within the church.
✅ The narrative of forgiveness must not overshadow the need for justice.
✅ True prophetic voices must call out false prophecies and support victims.
✅ The church's response to allegations should be rooted in biblical principles.
✅ Manipulation in prophetic speech can lead to harmful consequences.
✅ The importance of investigating allegations against church leaders cannot be overstated.
"In this conversation, Dr. Ron Cantor discusses the ongoing revival in Iran, highlighting the significant growth of Christianity despite severe persecution. He draws parallels between the current situation in Iran and historical events in Ukraine and Russia, emphasizing the potential for regime change and the flourishing of faith among the Iranian people. Cantor shares testimonials from believers in Iran, illustrating their resilience and the supernatural experiences leading many to Christianity. He calls for prayer and support for the Iranian church as it faces challenges and opportunities for growth."
Dr. Michael Brown is a
prominent evangelical Christian apologist and author but is he also a
member of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta like his friend, Rick Joyner?
The Order of Malta, also known as the Knights of Malta, is a Catholic lay religious order with a long history of military, chivalric, and noble tradition.
Rick Joyner's god is Satan and his morning star ministry is part of the NWO ecumenical movement supported and created by the Vatican and muscled by the Jesuit order and he is one of the founders of the New Apostolic Reformation. Templar’s killed more Christians and Jews then any satanic movement ever created. Knights Of Malta are a very dangerous group that are affiliated with the Jesuits.
COMMENT: "As a member of the MorningStar fellowship, I was on the prophetic teams, and I was asked to join the Knights of Malta. We met in a secret room as there were many people that were asked. Rick Joyner told us that the Knights of Malta were not evil, and they were not part of the Freemasonry. I did not join this cult, I was persecuted in the church."
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