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Comment by russ allen on April 19, 2011 at 8:20am

Good morning! How are we faithing! Some teachings we grew up with and some things said at certain times of woe are simply not true. We do not die and become angels. We do not fly around the clouds playing harps. Nowhere can I find where Grandpa is watching over me. It's a nice comforting sentiment but it simply is not true. Some people have said they talked to loved ones that have passed on and I am by no means disputing those claims I am just telling you what the Word says or doesn't say. There is so much in the spiritual realm we don't know but we are told to test spirits and if it at all contradicts scripture, it is not of God. We battle spirits and principalities all the time and being able to recognise who's side it belongs to is paramount. The only way we can do that is by the Word. A "feels good" mentality can lead us astray. Cults are born on that premise. Incorrect doctrine is interjected on that premise. A little leaven works the whole loaf. Be careful. Research. Read the Word. Verify.

Nehemiah 9:6

"Thou alone art the LORD.
Thou hast made the heavens,
The heaven of heavens with all their host,
The earth and all that is on it,
The seas and all that is in them.
thou dost give life to all of them
And the heavenly host bows down before Thee.
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Colossians 2:18-19
Let no one keep defrauding you of your prize by delighting in self-abasement and the worship of the angels, taking his stand on visions he has seen, inflated without cause by his fleshly mind, and not holding fast to the head, from whom the entire body, being supplied and held together by the joints and ligaments, grows with a growth which is from God.
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Revelation 22:8-9
And I, John, am the one who heard and saw these things. And when I heard and saw, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who showed me these things. And he said to me, "Do not do that; I am a fellow servant of yours and of your brethren the prophets and of those who heed the words of this book; worship God."
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remember Robert and Sue

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your Word that is true. Lord we ask the eyes of our hearts and mind open to truth in your Word. Let us throw off tradition and sayings that are contrary to your ways. Lord we need to see you today. Comfort us with your Word. Let us not be deceived by any false doctrine. Grant us the wisdom to see truth. Thank you Lord, in Jesus name we pray, amen

Posted by russ allen at 8:12 AM

Comment by russ allen on April 18, 2011 at 6:53am

Good morning! How are we faithing? Man, there's so much I want to share with you. There is so much truth in the Word that if we would but only study, listen and apply it. I do care and I do want you all to come to the saving grace of Jesus because without it, you will live a miserable existence. Ya, you may seem happy and content for a season but without Jesus, it will fade. Temporary pleasures will not sustain you and living chasing the next pleasure will leave you wandering and completely unfulfilled. The world may say "you've arrived" but what destination? I know you all hear different things on the news and there are a whole lot of teachings out there that sound good but are contrary to scripture. Therein lies the danger. The Word tells us to test the spirits. The Word tells us to take the whole council of God and pulling one scripture verse out to make your belief sound palatable is dangerous. All I'm saying the time is now and not to put off God's call any longer. Don't let the junk of this world pull you away. Recognise God's ways for your life. Get in the Word by any means that you are able to comprehend. Trust but verify teachings with the Word.

Romans 8:31-39
What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how will He not also with Him freely give us all things? Who will bring a charge against God's elect? God is the one who justifies; who is the one who condemns? Christ Jesus is He who died, yes, rather who was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who also intercedes for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? Just as it is written,

"For Thy sake we are being put to death all day long;
We were considered as sheep to be slaughtered."

But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
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Remember Jennifer...remember Ray...remember Alex McKinney

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your word that fills our needs. Open the eyes of our hearts Lord, we want to see Jesus. Open the scriptures to us. Let them speak and be so evident of the truth we cannot disregard it. Protect us from heresy, teach us to be servants of righteousness, in Jesus name, amen
Posted by russ allen at 6:49 AM

Comment by russ allen on April 15, 2011 at 7:20am

Good morning! How are we faithing? Constantly battling what our body yearns for is a life long endeavor. Our flesh does desire to control our actions. Hunger, desires, thrill seeking, pleasure, sex, food, getting high etc. Taking control of these desires is very difficult. I know for me, I am task oriented, obsessive with anything I try. One has to weigh the cost verses the benefit before one enters into anything. One also has to be honest with ones self as to when a compulsion enters idol worship. I'm as guilty as anyone. Passions can grip us so hard we cannot escape. Passions can become addictions and addictions can be deadly. This verse that follows is an explanation of how vigilant we must be about idol worship taking over our lives.

Matthew 5:29

"And if your right eye makes you stumble, tear it out, and throw it from you; for it is better for you that one of the parts of your body perish, than for your whole body to be thrown into hell.
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Did you see the message? Do you understand what is being said? Let me ask you some questions; who is in control, you or your passion? Do you control your passions or does it control you? Look at this;

Romans 6:5-7
For if we have become united with Him in the likeness of His death, certainly we shall be also in the likeness of His resurrection, knowing this, that our old self was crucified with Him, that our body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin; for he who has died is freed from sin.
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As we seek our savior in all things our addictions come into focus. Our passions are still present but we learn to take control so they are not compulsions that run away with themselves. We are no longer bound by them but our flesh can still be. That's where coming to the master in prayer, getting into the Word can lead us to control and the snapping of those addictions. It isn't easy all the time but it is doable and that my friends is where victory starts.

Remember Bob Davis...remember Brenda Underwood...

Heavenly Father,
Forgive us for we are so encumbered by this body we occupy. Help us hold to that higher calling and defeat our flesh and bring it under submission. Lord we praise and honor you and ask for wisdom. Lord, we know we are vulnerable to our own desires so open our eyes when we stray from a passion to idol worship. We thank you for your salvation in Jesus name, amen
Posted by russ allen at 7:17 AM

Comment by russ allen on April 14, 2011 at 7:31am

Good morning! How are we faithing? We have to be wary of talk without action. We see it all the time. Someone says one thing but lives another. We need not be judgemental but just aware. We have enough trouble walking upright so judging someone elses gait is not fruitful or even our job but we can see what is and act accordingly. We also have to be very aware of our talk and walk because if we don't walk the talk, the words are useless. My focus is on Godly principles applied to my life and it isn't always easy to walk that talk. Can you relate? We've all seen the people who live for God on Sunday and live for hell the rest of the week. They really think a few amens and showing up at church is all that needs to be done. We have all engaged in conversations that we ought not be involved in. I've heard the coarse jokes and talk while participating knowing it wasn't right and if you are honest...Why? Acceptance by those people at that point is more important than acceptance of God. Man, that is just plain dumb. We end up destroying our witness for a chuckle. So is joking bad? Of course not but being aware of the line to cross or not is important to that witness. Going to church is good but not for man's approval but for God's. We are out here in this world being bombarded by the enemy. We hear things that sound good but are in actuality contrary to Godly principles. We hear rationalizations for behavior unbecoming of God. False teachings are rampant these days and we must be diligent in our walk that it follows the talk.

Matthew 10:16-18
"Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves; therefore be shrewd as serpents, and innocent as doves. "But beware of men; for they will deliver you up to the courts, and scourge you in their synagogues; and you shall even be brought before governors and kings for My sake, as a testimony to them and to the Gentiles.
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Matthew 7:15-23
"Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves.
"You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes, nor figs from thistles, are they?
"Even so, every good tree bears good fruit; but the bad tree bears bad fruit.
"A good tree cannot produce bad fruit, nor can a bad tree produce good fruit.
"Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.
"So then, you will know them by their fruits.
"Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven; but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven.
"Many will say to Me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name cast out demons, and in Your name perform many miracles?'
"And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness.'
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remember Eric...remember Judy Wiley...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your wisdom Lord, help us see truth in our actions and help us see when we are straying. Lord, we don't ever mean to do things that reflect a poor light on you but sometimes we find ourselves there. Forgive and show us. Grant the courage to walk the talk, in Jesus name, amen
Posted by russ allen at 7:28 AM

Comment by russ allen on April 13, 2011 at 7:40am

Good morning! How are we faithing? Boy have I pulled some good ones in my life! Man, have some people pulled some junk on me! When you think about those statements honestly you can't help but be a little ashamed and at the same time somewhat indignant...that is until you take the council of God into consideration. Infractions by us and to us stirs up emotional responses that can prove to be unhealthy and unwise. Jesus died for everyone. Jesus' blood covers all sin. Think about that. You are forgiven and saved when you come to Jesus and so is that knucklehead that hurt you comes to Jesus. It's really hard to let go of hurts and regrets when we stay focused on circumstances and not the Word of God. The Word of God gives us assurance that we are saved, assurance where we are going and assurance that we can get through whatever we face. Do I like what has happened to me? Sometimes not but does that matter? If we dwell in that place, the bitterness and unforgiveness seed is planted and before we know it, we are a bitter judgemental person and you can bet unhappy with life. Is that what God planned for us? Is that where you want to be when you lay your head down at night? Read these below and ponder. See the truth and the principle at work here.
Ephesians 6:5-9
Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; not by way of eyeservice, as men-pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart. With good will render service, as to the Lord, and not to men, knowing that whatever good thing each one does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether slave or free. And, masters, do the same things to them, and give up threatening, knowing that both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no partiality with Him.
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Remember Tonya...remember the troops...remember our leaders...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your patience with us. Lord we ask for courage and wisdom to see truth in all circumstances. Help us be your servants and help us be better ambassadors for you. We lift those mentioned to you because we do care and we want them to see your face so they may have peace and understanding in all things. In Jesus' name we pray, amen
Posted by russ allen at 7:35 AM

Comment by russ allen on April 12, 2011 at 6:44am

judy, casting pearls before swine, what is swine? who is classified as such? I totally understand the difficulty of forgiving an abuser and if some thug came at my wife, bang bang! The thing to turn your focus to is "hate the sin, not the sinner". This becomes so real when we think,"Jesus' blood covers all sins" because if it doesn't, no one can be saved. My wife was abused. She says she can't forgive him. I keep loving her and showing her Jesus love and I have explained that God forgives as we forgive like the Word says. Yes you are saved. Yes you are forgiven but holding onto that hatred and unforgivness in your heart can be devestating. You don't have to like the abuser but if Jesus blood covers his sin, it no longer is seen. What's left is your pain and memories and you cannot allow those things to rule you. Go to Jesus and tell him where you are.

Comment by russ allen on April 8, 2011 at 7:01am

10-4 Lark

Comment by russ allen on April 8, 2011 at 7:01am

Great morning! How are we faithing on this beautiful Friday? We who believe in Jesus as savior do indeed have a duty to speak truth. Whatever we say and do is scrutinized by the lost. We will be mocked, slandered, teased and in some countries, not here thank God, killed. I hear fellow believers slamming personally our government, our bosses, our leaders in church. This ought not be. We've discussed numerous times about hating the sin and not the sinner and this principle applies to this subject. I can disagree or agree. I can abhor the things I see happening and even wonder about motives but I have no right to call names or speak evil onto the people. Right is right and justice will be served but do you really want that person to go to hell? Do you want the image of our savior to be one of revenge? Justice like I said will prevail but the person involved has the same opportunity to be forgiven upon repentance as we do. Jesus died for all the sins of the world, roll that statement around today...


Galatians 6:6-10
And let the one who is taught the word share all good things with him who teaches. Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, this he will also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh shall from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit shall from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow weary. So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.
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Colossians 4:4-6
Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned, as it were, with salt, so that you may know how you should respond to each person.
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1 Thessalonians 5:14-18
See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek after that which is good for one another and for all men. Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
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remember Ron Rigg...remember Ryan Stoner...

Heavenly Father,
We want to thank you for your grace. We want to see you and your wisdom. Lord, bring to mind your words when we want to attack anothers soul. Lord, make us aware of a mean spirit if we have one. Show us the right way to respond to things. Help us be your servants and sons and daughters and let us not cause pain but be lights of your love, in Jesus name, amen

Posted by russ allen at 6:56 AM

Comment by Lark Kent on April 7, 2011 at 2:37pm

hello brothers and sisters in christ! plaese keep me in your paryers! as im starting school next month.. im so amped to starting fire fighting but my fire classes dont start till the fall. im taking summer classes but their my basic colleges classes math, reading, and so on and so on! im trying not to rush things but its so hard not to when u have a love for firefighting! well please keep me in your paryers love u all be blessed!

andrew" lark kent" larkin

Comment by russ allen on April 7, 2011 at 8:03am

Good morning! How are we faithing? Thoughts and study are on Israel. Prophecy points to that area in the world. As we watch things unfold over there we also see God at work here. People are hurt, angry, self centered, sick, blind and deaf to the what the Spirit of God is saying. The land speaks. The wind speaks. The rushing waters tell tales. No I have not stepped off the deep end today. As long as we keep the blinders on and not gather those searching while we walk the straight and narrow we are not fulfilling the great commission. We must pay attention as we walk that narrow path because not sharing this gift is just as selfish as those off that path plundering the world are. It's tough to reach out alot of times. I'm as guilty as the next. To not stop and help someone cause "I gotta be at church", well, think about that. Church of course is important but maybe church that particular time is with that lost person. Take the blinders off! Be disciplined and go to church to renew and to refresh but don't make church your God, we go to church to gather together with God. Just something to chew on today...


Luke 6:35-38
"But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He Himself is kind to ungrateful and evil men. "Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. "And do not judge and you will not be judged; and do not condemn, and you will not be condemned; pardon, and you will be pardoned. "Give, and it will be given to you; good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, they will pour into your lap. For by your standard of measure it will be measured to you in return."
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remember Jessie Benton...remember Jeff Cumming and his endeavours....

Heavenly Father,
Give us clear minds to see truth and he courage to act accordingly. Lord we lift our troops up to you. Grant them mercy and wisdom to act as they should. Lord we pray for our enemies that they find your grace and love. We praise you and ask for strength in these times. In Jesus name, amen
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