Good day. Today's video Oil and Water is on the topic of: Oil and water don't mix; neither do the ordinances of the old law and the new law of faith (Romans 3:27-28). Old things are passed away, behold all things are become new. Many are still operating under the old law of ordinances which were fulfilled by Jesus Christ on our behalf. Salvation is by promise through faith by Jesus Christ, not by the works of the law which have been taken away, having been nailed to his cross. For by grace (John 1:17) we are saved through faith; and that not of ourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption. Romans 5:1-2 Galatians 3:1-29 O foolish Galatians (Christians), who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ hath been evidently set forth, crucified among you? This only would I learn of you, Received ye the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh? Have ye suffered so many things in vain? if it be yet in vain. He therefore that ministereth to you the Spirit, and worketh miracles among you, doeth he it by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? Even as Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness. Know ye therefore that they which are of faith, the same are the children of Abraham. And the scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the heathen through faith, preached before the gospel unto Abraham, saying, In thee shall all nations be blessed. So then they which be of faith are blessed with faithful Abraham. For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them. But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for, The just shall live by faith. And the law is not of faith: but, The man that doeth them shall live in them. Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith. Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto. Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ. And this I say, that the covenant, that was confirmed before of God in Christ, the law, which was four hundred and thirty years after, cannot disannul, that it should make the promise of none effect. For if the inheritance be of the law, it is no more of promise: but God gave it to Abraham by promise. Wherefore then serveth the law? It was added because of transgressions, till the seed should come to whom the promise was made; and it was ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator. Now a mediator is not a mediator of one, but God is one. Is the law then against the promises of God? God forbid: for if there had been a law given which could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law. But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe. But before faith came, we were kept under the law, shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be revealed. Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. But after that faith is come, we are no longer under a schoolmaster. For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise. (KJV) We have been set free from the law of sin and death by Christ Jesus (Romans 8:2-4); we have been baptized into his death by faith in him apart from the works of the law that many still teach and practice as a doctrine and tradition; we are the children of God by faith in Jesus Christ, faith which works by love that we are willing to give our lives an offering to God being led by the Spirit of God in all manner of our life; we are the circumcision by faith in Jesus Christ, it is of the circumcision of the heart that we no longer serve in fear of the law of ordinances but serve in love the law of faith unto salvation. God bless and keep the faith. You can view all previous videos by going to our YouTube channel Doctrine of Christ Ministry or by clicking on our archive page link above - Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive. Good day. Today's video He That Overcomes is on the topic of: In the book of Revelation chapters 2-3 it is written "to him that overcomes" and with that is a reward written that the Lord will give us in that day. The word overcomes means to conquer, prevail, or a decisive victory. The Lord said "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" John 16:33. So how do we overcome the world? By the blood of the Lamb, and the word of our testimony, as we too take up our cross and follow the example of the Lord, overcoming the world within us, dying to our wants and desires, and choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season. We are take the whole armour of God that is given unto us and utilize it, for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds in our life, for without Christ which is the fullness of the armour of God we can do nothing, but with Christ we can do all things through him for he strengthens us as we daily seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, having our mind renewed on things above and not on the things of this life. Watch and pray always that you are counted worthy to escape the things that will come upon this world and overcome and stand before the Lord clothed in white raiment (his righteousness) and not your own filthy rags spotted with the world and its ways. And brethren, fight the good fight of faith and lay hold on eternal life and don't let it slip out of your heart; so run, not uncertain of your eternal goal, fight not as one that beats the air, but make every blow count bringing your body (fleshly nature) into subjection unless by any means, when you have preached to others, you yourself should be rejected; forget those things which are behind (put your hand to the plow and don't look back) and press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 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 (KJV). Are you seeking your reward here on earth, from this world (we are not to love the world neither the things of this world)? Or are you seeking your reward in heaven, eternal life with God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ? Matthew 25:21 His lord said unto him, 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 (KJV). Revelation 3:20-22 (KJV) 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. To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches. What would you rather hear from our Lord, "well done, thou good and faithful servant" having your name written in the Lamb's book of life, and invited to enter into the joy of the Lord and our Father in heaven for eternity, or "depart from me you worker of iniquity" having your name blotted out of the Lamb's book of life but in the books of your works, and cast into hell, for death and hell were cast into the lake of fire; this is the second death; eternal separation from God? Choose you this day who you will serve, the god of your fathers, or the God of heaven and earth and all that is therein? For me and my house we will serve the Lord! You can view all previous videos by going to our YouTube channel Doctrine of Christ Ministry or by clicking on our archive page link above - Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive. Have a blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good day. Today we are posting the newsletter Fine Tuned!?? written in 1998 by our dear brother, fellow steward and ambassador of the mystery of Christ, Larry Gazelka, Our prayer is that you will be blessed and encouraged by this newsletter. Have a very blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. ***You can download a copy of the writing for personal use only by clicking on the Built Anew Ministries Archive page link above and scroll down to the year 1998.
Fine Tuned!?? v20n35 “You see, faith must come from what is heard, (for without faith, it is impossible to please God) and what is heard, must come from Word of Christ.” Romans 10:17 Moffatt translation. “But I ask, have they never heard? Indeed they have. Their voice carried over all the earth, and their words unto the end of the world.” Romans 10:18 Moffatt translation. “But I ask, have they not heard? Yes indeed: To the whole world the preachers vices have sounded forth, and their words to the remotest parts of the earth.” Romans 10:18 Weymouth translation. We have to hear the message of Father, through His Son Jesus Christ in order for us (the individual, you or I) to be born again. We have to hear this message of truth, in order for us to act upon His Word, and become that new creation in Christ. However, do we hear this message with the physical ear, or with the spiritual ear? (Those that are after the flesh, do mind the things of the flesh; so then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.) As we hear the Word of God, this (the Word) is what feeds, nourishes, and strengthens our spirit man. However, unless we have ears and a heart that are willing to hear, listen to, and obey, what will happen to us? Many claim to be listening to the Word of God, but in fact and all reality, what they are listening to are well-constructed stories and or fables. (2Timothy 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. (KJV)) They are held hostage, kept captive, by the things of this world. 2 Timothy 2:25-26 In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth; And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will. (KJV) Jeremiah 13:15-17 Hear ye, and give ear; be not proud: for the LORD hath spoken. Give glory to the LORD your God, before he cause darkness, and before your feet stumble upon the dark mountains, and, while ye look for light, he turn it into the shadow of death, and make it gross darkness. But if ye will not hear it, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride; and mine eye shall weep sore, and run down with tears, because the LORD's flock is carried away captive. (KJV) John 5:34-35 But I receive not testimony from man: but these things I say, that ye might be saved. He was a burning and a shining light: and ye were willing for a season to rejoice in his light. (KJV) God is a spirit, and they that worship God must worship Him in spirit and in truth; His Word is truth! To have fellowship with Father, we have to be living and operating in the spiritual realm, not the fleshly. (If any man hath not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of His!) Jesus Christ said quite clearly, very plainly, that the words that He spoke are spirit and they are life. The flesh profits nothing. Faith, our ability to believe God, comes and is developed by the time that we take, to stop all that we are doing and have fellowship with Father in and through His written Word. However, many do not take the time each day to fellowship with Father. They have not built up a personal and intimate relationship with Him. They have not learned, nor know how to trust Father for their daily bread, no, not the physical or the spiritual. We need to learn to become selective in all that we hear, since it is our hearing that will either draw us closer to God, or lead us further away from Him. Where do your words have you? Is all that you hear, all that you are listening to, bringing you into a closer relationship with Father? Psalms 119:9-10 Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. With my whole heart have I sought thee: (KJV) We need to teach and instruct ourselves on how to give heed to His Word. Many times to what the Word of God says, but we do not hear the guidance and instruction that it is giving us for our daily life. (Now faith is!) Many will sit in front of the TV set for hours each day, and listen to all of the commercials suggest to them, of what they should have for good health each day. They will take their vitamins each day (and the more they cost, the better they must be). They will sit down and eat their breakfast, and eat what the world has told them is best for them. They will have their snacks or rolls with the morning coffee. They will have a fast food lunch; and then gorge themselves at dinnertime. Can one really believe that all that they have ate that day has truly been healthy for them? What we hear, advertisements, peoples recommendations, and every other such thing, is much of what determines what we buy; what we eat; where we go; and whom we choose for friends. How often do we turn to the Word of God before we make any of these choices or decisions? The decisions that we take from other people and try, we then recommend or suggest to other people. We share those recommendations and suggestions with them and tell of our opinions. We have now become an endorser and promoter of the products or things that we have suggested to others. Likewise, what we hear about God; we then too make decisions and choices. We go off of what sounds good; or feels good. We go off chasing what we have seen other people do. And then we will eventually recommend it to others. (Have we forgot, that Father will hold us accountable for anyone that we lead astray?) However, unless we have a personal and intimate relationship with Father, how do you know that that which you are recommending to someone else, is what is truly good for their spiritual well being? How sure are you of what you are sharing that it is straight from the throne of God Almighty? It is no different than when most of us go into a bakery, we do no get what is best for us; rather we get what pleases us. And this is what most also do with God. They do not seek that of His Word for what is best for them, but rather that which most pleases them, that which will make them most a part of the crowd. We need to become selective in what we allow ourselves to hear and listen to. We need to be sure that what we hear is truly good for our spiritual well being. They have to be words that will bring us into a closer relationship with Father. 2 Timothy 3:14-17 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. (KJV) Are your ears fine-tuned to the voice of God? Or, are you one of those that have turned aside unto fables? That you may know Him, In the service of Jesus Christ Larry Gazelka Good day. Today we are posting the newsletter Stay Tuned written in 1995 by our dear brother, fellow steward and ambassador of the mystery of Christ, Larry Gazelka, Our prayer is that you will be blessed and encouraged by this newsletter. Have a very blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. ***You can download a copy of the writing for personal use only by clicking on the Built Anew Ministries Archive page link above and scroll down to the year 1995.
Stay Tuned V17n29 How often have you talked to yourself, and made statements that you hear, but did not pay much attention to? For myself, I can recall asking God to be a little clearer, on what He would have me do. Looking for God to take me by the hand, and lead me down this path, so I will not make any mistakes. Yet, we know that the scriptures tell us, "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed." It also tells us, to "be a doer of the Word, and not a hearer only." I have to walk the walk, as well as talk the talk. I have to set an example that people will know is achievable. They have to see that they too, are capable of hearing God, and doing as He asks of us, as individuals. For those of you who are around my age or older, you will remember the radios that we had a few years ago. They had tubes instead of transistors. You had to be real exact in setting the tuning, if you wanted to get real clear reception of any station. If you set it in a hurry, you ran the risk of having the station fade in and out. The end result is, that you could miss the most important part of the program that you are listening to. Christianity - our walk with God, is much the same way. Our relationship with God is like that tune radio. It takes a real fine-tuning, to hear and maintain our fellowship with the Father. What we have to take the time to hear and understand is, what does it take, to keep ourselves fine tuned, just as that old radio? First off, we have to remember that the radio needed a power source, 120 volts. So, you have to be at a place where a power source is available. We as Christians, have to recognize our source. Faith only comes by developing a relationship with Jesus Christ. The moment we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour, we are given the measure of faith (Romans 12:3). We have received the gift of Christ (Eph. 4:7). We become a new creation, old things pass away, and I have a new lease on life (II Cor. 5:17). Now that I have a power source for my radio, I can turn the set on. Since this is a tube radio, it will take a little time for the tubes to warm up, and become operational, for the purpose that it was intended. Now that I am born-again, I too have a power source for my life. I have the ability to stay plugged into it at all times. Yet, I also have a free will, so that if I choose to stray from it, I will come unplugged. The glow of the tubes goes out, and until I get plugged back into the proper power source, I will no longer be capable of hearing the instructions that Father has for me. Once I get plugged back in again, it takes awhile for the tubes to again get warm, to where the radio will be operational. It will be a short time until I can again have clear reception. All because I choose to stray from the power source. God's Word, (the Bible) is my power source. I have the choice to stay plugged into it each and everyday of my life. If I choose to walk away from it, whether for several days, several weeks or several years, the result is always the same. I have broken the communications link with the Father. It is not always easy re-establishing that link. Too often, we have gotten ourselves in spiritual hot water, and we want an answer right away. We want immediate results. Yet, we can no longer hear Father's voice as clear, since we had been disconnected from "the" power source. Faith, my ability to believe Father, is maintained by hearing Father's Word. "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God." I have to maintain clear reception on my radio, so I can always hear Father's instructions and guidance clearly. Staying in His Word, maintains the power source. In our society, we have so many distractions that try to disconnect us from our power source. We have television, which tells us everything, but what we need to know. It gives us all kinds of visions of things that satisfy the flesh, but little of what nourishes the spirit man. The radio has many stations that will tell us many things that sound good to us. It will give us entertainment. But, it will take real fine-tuning to find the station that will give us what we need to hear. It too, senses mostly signals that satisfy the flesh. So, how do we stayed tuned, in a world that is programmed to lead us astray? How do we stay focused? How do we stay tuned? Just as with the radio, where we have the tuner positioned, will determine what kind of message we will receive. Likewise, in our spiritual walk, where we have ourselves hanging out will be indicative of our spiritual health. If we have ourselves around loose lips, the evil communications will have an effect on us. (I Cor 15:33, Matt 12:36). This is why we have to keep ourselves fine tuned. Eliminating the interference gives us clearer reception of the signal. This makes the message more understandable. As radio's developed, they learned to design filters for the radios that would filter out a good portion of the background noise, thus giving us a much better signal, with less static at the speaker. As Christian's, as we learn and become effective at hearing and applying God's Word, it in effect is similar to a filter. As our knowledge of the "Word" grows, it sheds light on the darkness. It is love, overcoming fear. God has not given us the spirit of fear (II Tim. 1:7). Perfect love casts out fear. (I John 4:18). We have the ability as Christians, to set up filter systems for our reception. We are able to filter out everything that is not from above (James 1:17). But, the choice is ours. No one can force anything on you. Also, with our old tube type radios, reception at times was a little bit perturbing. You would have to turn the radio a little one way or the other, to get better reception. Or, even where it was located in the room would raise havoc with the incoming signal. Sound real similar to our Christian walk? Where are we facing? Which direction are we headed? If you are seeking the wealth of the world, which direction are you headed? How clear will the message of salvation be received? If all we are seeking, are signs and wonders, and not a working knowledge of the Word, which direction are we headed? It says (the Bible), that the Lord confirmed the Word, with signs following (Mark 16:20). We need to seek the Lord while He may be found. Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. Faith comes from the message heard. Which station you are tuned to, will determine what kind of a message you will hear. As for me and my house, we will stay tuned to the Lord! That you may know Him, In the service of Jesus Christ Larry Gazelka Next issue: Heed the call! Word Corner Fortune: 1) the supposed cause of that which befalls in a sudden or unexpected manner: chance or luck 2) That which fall to one: good or ill success or luck I thought that God blesses His people, not leaving them open to good or evil. "And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God." Deut. 28:2 KJV "God is not a man that He should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent. Hath He said, and shall He not do it? Or hath He spoken, and shall He not make good? Behold, I have received commandment to bless; and He hath blessed; and I cannot reverse it." Numbers 23:19-20 KJV "But my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Phil 4:19. KJV Good day. Today we are posting A Famine Unheard Of day five, written January 14, 2011. Our prayer is that you will be blessed and encouraged by this series of our writings. ***You can download a copy of the writings for personal use only by clicking on the Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive page link above and scroll down to the year 2011.
Friday, January 14, 2011 A Famine Unheard Of Amos 8:11-12 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the LORD: (12) And they shall wander from sea to sea, and from the north even to the east, they shall run to and fro to seek the word of the LORD, and shall not find it. (KJV) All this week we have been looking at a famine that is taking place with many, and many are not even aware that it is taking place; which in reality is taking place right in front of their eyes. The problem is that it is unseen, as well as unheard of, because they have become dull of hearing by an improper use of their Spiritual senses. Hebrews 5:11-14 Of whom we have many things to say, and hard to be uttered, seeing ye are dull of hearing. (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. (13) For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (14) But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. (KJV) At what age growing up would you have died if you didn’t get off the bottle and onto some solid food? Now look at that from the Spiritual aspect, and you will be able to see and hear what Paul was making reference to with those that he saw were famished because of a lack of hearing the word of God. If you desire to grow up and mature in the Lord then you will need to start partaking of a diet that will cause that to take place, one which definitely involves the meat of God’s word. Many have become dull of hearing because they don’t exercise their Spiritual senses and discern the difference between what is of God and what is man’s fallen interpretations of the Word. Luke 15:14-17 And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that land; and he began to be in want. (15) And he went and joined himself to a citizen of that country; and he sent him into his fields to feed swine. (16) And he would fain have filled his belly with the husks that the swine did eat: and no man gave unto him. (17) And when he came to himself, he said, How many hired servants of my father's have bread enough and to spare, and I perish with hunger! (KJV) What you see taking place is what happens too many when they get around the wrong people, which is what Paul described about evil communications corrupting good morals. Many so called churches could be aptly described as a pig pen rather than something of substance that would feed the flock and not cause them to perish with hunger. Oh do take note of when and where this famine took place, yeah right after one steps out of the will of their Father. Luke 15:20-23 And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. (21) And the son said unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sight, and am no more worthy to be called thy son. (22) But the father said to his servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it on him; and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet: (23) And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it; and let us eat, and be merry: (KJV) Hey look what happens when one gives ear to some truth, and decides to turn back to their Father. Instead of ingesting pig slop, the Lord would like you to partake of the meat again, that fatted calf that He has prepared for His people so that they no longer have to perish for lack of knowledge. Mark 4:21-24 And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick? (22) For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept secret, but that it should come abroad. (23) If any man have ears to hear, let him hear. (24) And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given. (KJV) The light of the glorious gospel of Christ is like a candle lit to show us the path of life. Unto us is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God, so that we no longer have to die from the spiritual starvation that is plaguing mankind. Do you desire more of the Lord and His influence in your walk? Well, that all depends on how much you are willing to give ear to His word and follow through with your commitment with Him. God bless and stay fed in the Word, and fed up with any false doctrine that the enemy would try to throw your direction today. Have a very blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good day. Today we are posting A Famine Unheard Of day four, written January 13, 2011. Our prayer is that you will be blessed and encouraged by this series of our writings. ***You can download a copy of the writings for personal use only by clicking on the Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive page link above and scroll down to the year 2011.
Thursday, January 13, 2011 A Famine Unheard Of Amos 8:11-13 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the LORD: (12) And they shall wander from sea to sea, and from the north even to the east, they shall run to and fro to seek the word of the LORD, and shall not find it. (13) In that day shall the fair virgins and young men faint for thirst. (KJV) I have heard verse 11 misquoted at times by people that claim there is a shortage of the word of God. Just like people who claim money is the root of all evil. Money itself is harmless, and just a means for us to distribute to our daily necessities. It’s the love of money that takes our love and affection away from our Lord, and becomes a god to many. The famine in these last days is a hearing of the word of God, which points the finger back in our own direction. Isaiah 30:9-11 That this is a rebellious people, lying children, children that will not hear the law of the LORD: (10) Which say to the seers, See not; and to the prophets, Prophesy not unto us right things, speak unto us smooth things, prophesy deceits: (11) Get you out of the way, turn aside out of the path, cause the Holy One of Israel to cease from before us. (KJV) Actually, the above illustration aptly describes many of the so called churches today, which in reality are more bless me clubs than anything that is based on truth or reality. We see again that the issue arises from a lack of hearing, which reminds me of a lot of the school cafeterias today, where much of what is healthy and nourishing is discarded, and replaced by a junk food diet that appeals more to taste rather than to good health. 2 Timothy 4:3-5 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; (4) And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables. (5) But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry. (KJV) You know, Paul the Apostle was able to see firsthand the famine that was taking place during his ministry, and what the cause was for a lack of knowledge. Paul found out that once he left places that the Lord had him minister to, it wasn’t long before they decided to snack on junk food. Many of who man calls preachers and teachers today are nothing more than cheap story telling hucksters, whose doctrine is based more on fables than facts. It is up to us to keep a watch always, as well as our Spiritual ears open, so that we can continue to do the work that the Lord asks of us. 2 Corinthians 2:17 For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. (KJV) One of the biggest fables I see and hear being tossed around by so called men of God is this seed faith doctrine; you know, where they make it seem like your financial life is more important than your spiritual one. So if Paul dealt with this nonsense back in his time, how do you think he would react to the mess that is being peddled today as truth? Yikes! The gospel of Christ, the doctrine of Christ, is the only thing that will feed the inner man with truth and set you free to make it home to your eternal destination, while anything less and inferior will be rejected at the door. Romans 10:17-18 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. (18) But I say, Have they not heard? Yes verily, their sound went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world. (KJV) So are you hearing the Lord firsthand for yourself? Have you developed a personal relationship with Him based on truth? Your faith, your ability to believe in God is based on your hearing His word, and knowing it came straight from the source of life Himself. Just because others have chosen to starve themselves spiritually, why don’t you come out from among that nonsense, be separate from the world and its fallen way of thinking, and let the Lord receive you as one of His. Have a very blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good day. Today we are posting A Famine Unheard Of day three, written January 12, 2011. Our prayer is that you will be blessed and encouraged by this series of our writings. ***You can download a copy of the writings for personal use only by clicking on the Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive page link above and scroll down to the year 2011.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 A Famine Unheard Of Amos 8:11-13 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the LORD: (12) And they shall wander from sea to sea, and from the north even to the east, they shall run to and fro to seek the word of the LORD, and shall not find it. (13) In that day shall the fair virgins and young men faint for thirst. (KJV) You know, I can tell you from my own experiences that I have wandered out and about looking for some truth, and quite frankly it’s hard to find because few really know the truth of the gospel. Oh there is a boatload of religion and ritualistic people that claim that they are of God, but when I listen to the doctrine I can see many are famished. Isaiah 5:12-14 And the harp, and the viol, the tabret, and pipe, and wine, are in their feasts: but they regard not the work of the LORD, neither consider the operation of his hands. (13) Therefore my people are gone into captivity, because they have no knowledge: and their honourable men are famished, and their multitude dried up with thirst. (14) Therefore hell hath enlarged herself, and opened her mouth without measure: and their glory, and their multitude, and their pomp, and he that rejoiceth, shall descend into it. (KJV) It seems like with many places that claim that they are a church the first thing that they do is play music and get the emotions stirred up. However, while they are feeding the carnal man, spiritually many are dying of hunger and are famished by a lack of nourishment. Because of this lack of hearing by those that are in leadership, well, that explains the reason why motel hell is constantly under construction and adding more rooms. Matthew 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. (KJV) Hey Church, don’t rely on someone else to feed you, but rather go straight to the source of life, that being our Spiritual source, and not only get a meal but get filled. You are one of God’s people when you accepted His plan of salvation, and it is His good pleasure to give you His kingdom. If you starve and go hungry Church, don’t blame God, because He has a meal prepared for all of His family. Revelation 3:20-22 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. (21) To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. (22) He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches. (KJV) When I was trucking years ago, we would use our CB radios to get information on where the best places to eat were at. Many times when calling out we would ask if anyone had their ears on? Well, it took a certain type of radio on a certain frequency to send the message and get a response as well. Our Lord has His own frequency which is Spiritual, and is calling to see who desires to stop at His rest stop and get a meal fit for a king, as well as one of His people. John 6:48-51 I am that bread of life. (49) Your fathers did eat manna in the wilderness, and are dead. (50) This is the bread which cometh down from heaven, that a man may eat thereof, and not die. (51) I am the living bread which came down from heaven: if any man eat of this bread, he shall live for ever: and the bread that I will give is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world. (KJV) Ever go past a bakery that is baking fresh bread? Quite enticing to the appetite to say the least isn’t it? Bread is something that is made on a daily basis, and is best eaten fresh from the oven. Our Lord has cooked up a meal for His people that will last for an eternity, have you had your slice of life today yet? Have a very blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good day. Today we are posting A Famine Unheard Of day two, written January 11, 2011. Our prayer is that you will be blessed and encouraged by this series of our writings. ***You can download a copy of the writings for personal use only by clicking on the Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive page link above and scroll down to the year 2011.
TTuesday, January 11, 2011 A Famine Unheard Of Amos 8:11 Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the LORD: (KJV) You know, when people reject the Lord’s counsel and decide that they don’t desire to hear the truth, there is a liar waiting in the wings ready to deliver a watered down cheap knock off version of the truth. Only the truth will set one free, and feed their Spirit man which needs attention just like our carnal one does in order to live. As I look around in this fallen realm, I see many that surely don’t miss any meals physically, but spiritually they are nothing more than skeletal remains. Romans 16:25-26 Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, (26) But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: (KJV) Oh, by the way, you know that slick preacher that said you need to send them money so that they could go preach in a place where the word of God wasn’t yet? Yeah well, what you will find consistently throughout the Word is that His word is already available; in other words, He has already been there and delivered it. Now if God does send ministers to help instruct the people into a deeper understanding of the revelation of the mystery of the gospel that is one thing, but to think that there is some place on planet earth that our Lord and His message hasn’t arrived, well that is just a lie. Romans 1:16-19 For 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. (17) For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith. (18) For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; (19) Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. (KJV) When Paul was sent to teach and preach, he was sent because he heard firsthand the gospel of Christ, the only true doctrine that God gives credence to. Paul was able to partake of the meat of the Word, which made him strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. We see again clearly illustrated, that there is not a famine for the word of God; rather it is the hearing part on man’s end that is lacking and causing the problem. Romans 1:20-22 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: (21) Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. (22) Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, (KJV) Do you know the things that are made and being referred to in verse 20? Yeah, that would include mankind who is a created being, which is why we are all without excuse. If our Lord is no respecter of persons then what makes people think that He hasn’t reached out, or made an opportunity for all of mankind when the Word is quite specific that He has? Joel 2:26-29 And ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise the name of the LORD your God that hath dealt wondrously with you: and my people shall never be ashamed. (27) And ye shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am the LORD your God, and none else: and my people shall never be ashamed. (28) And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: (29) And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. (KJV) In our Lord’s realm there is no such thing as shortages and famines. However, when one steps away from the Lord and is no longer giving ear to His word of truth, then one finds themselves lacking and starving Spiritually. God poured out His Spirit, and He is quite specific on how many as well. So if you are a member of the flesh and blood realm then you are without excuse if you die of hunger or perish in a famine, which is unheard of in our Lord’s realm. Have a very blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good day. Today's video Ears to Hear is on, what ears are you listening with; the physical or the Spiritual? As Amos 8:11; there is a famine of hearing the words of the Lord and many today are running to and fro to organizations seeking the Lord and are unable to hear Him because they began in the Spirit but are trying to perfect it by the flesh, by giving more ear to man's traditions and doctrines, instead of seeking God the Father with Spiritual ears to hear the Word of truth straight from His throne of grace given us in His Son Christ Jesus. You can view all previous videos by going to our YouTube channel Doctrine of Christ Ministry or by clicking on our archive page link above - Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive. Have a blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good day. Today's video Inner Circle is on the topic: The realm of the Spirit is within, the inner circle, where the eyes of your understanding is enlightened so that you can start seeing what is within you when you received the gift of Christ. Your answer is within you, so start looking in the right direction, get into the inner circle, and stay there. Behold the kingdom of God in within you! You can view all previous videos by going to our YouTube channel Doctrine of Christ Ministry or by clicking on our archive page link above - Doctrine of Christ Ministry Archive. Have a blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. |
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