The War is on

This morning we were greeted with the atrocity of the day. Gunman kills 14 and wounds more than 50 at a premier of a Batman movie in Aurora, Colorado. I am reminded of two things; number one – God is still in control and number two – He gives us free will. Okay Father we are back to the free will concept once again.

 The gunman’s intent was clear. He was there on a mission to cause disarray. And to some point he has been successful. But although his intent is clear our Father’s intent is even clearer in His Word. “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:11-13 NIV.

Equip ourselves through supplication, study, prayer, and stop refusing to answer our Father’s calls upon our lives. Yes YOU get with the program. For the days to come, the weeks to come, the years to come we are indeed in battle. Soooo, my challenge to you; offer up prayers of healing for those impacted by this atrocity. This is for ALL affected, families of the decease, those recovering from injuries, and the family of the gunman.  We are accountable for OUR reactions to this situation.   

In the faith hurting the hurting

Today I’m in awe of how the Lord works matters out in His time.  For the past few weeks I’ve meditated on actions of the past in relationships that surrounded a significant family out of order death. Sometimes we believe that surrounding ourselves with believers will help to heal the wounds and emptiness left by death of a loved one. This thought is especially important when one’s family is outside the faith.

 When this death occurred I looked into my family member’s eyes and saw that they are more worried about themselves.  I also noticed immediately that I was the only one who could speak of the deceased person without being uncomfortable; still to this day it is true. It was my thought that liked minded persons of the faith would be different. Boy was I in for a rude awakening.

They too supported for a few weeks and in some cases a several months. However, the grieving process doesn’t have a time table. There needs to be support as long as it needed for the griever to proceed into healing. What I found out is that people go on with their lives and do not comprehend that the griever is still healing. They don’t call; nor ask about the deceased party, for the most part “It’s not their problem!” What happened to: “Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.” Romans 12:15 and “Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the laws of Christ.” Galatians 12:15 ( NASB)

For many years I have supplied support to those going through different life challenges and it never extended to a minimal involvement. Often times this support lasted many, many months. My conversation with our Father has allowed me to know when this support should be suspended or slowed. So… I implore you, be that support, remain stead-fast and diligent in uplifting those in need. This is not people mandated but godly commanded and it doesn’t have a timetable for its completion.   

Note: I would like to thank Reverend Cheryl; your willingness to just walk with me to address an injustice has allowed true forgiveness which allows peace.

Heeding warnings part III

Sorry to have been away for a while but I’M BACK!

Recently the Lord has helped to see an understanding about His creation.  He gave his creation, man, free will. This revelation gives significance to my warnings to my co-worker and former neighbor in part I and II of Heeding warnings.

Often times the Lord places people into our lives to make their travels easier. Many times they do not consider this road map. Numerous times I have termed this as “Going to the school of hard knocks.” We in the faith cannot become discouraged when we give sound insight. Yes, even when it is solicited and not followed. All, yes all, believers and non-believers are God’s creation and He gave us all free will.

So…be encouraged for the insightfulness from our Father places discerned up our hearts for our fellow journey mates. Whether they CHOOSE to head our gift of insight is their choice. Our choice is not too fade, but to continue to utilize your discernment gift and to impart this insight unto those He has spoken to you to bless the recipient with your gift. “And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow weary.” Galatians 6:9 NASB