In the mind of man, the world is unstable, BUT GOD! Do not despair as the King of kings yet sits on the throne. Every dark season ends with a new fresh beginning. God’s Word promises us that when we walk through the waters, He is with us, and the rivers will not sweep us away. Isaiah 43:2.  Our faith gets tested, refined, and strengthened with every storm, fire, or hardship. Do not be terrified, but trust that Jesus is calling to mankind. “Come to Me, and I will give you rest. Peace, be still.” His faithfulness is trustworthy.  “Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” Stand firm in one Spirit, strive together as one for the faith of the gospel without being frightened. “For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him, since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had.” Philippians 1:27-30

“In Him, the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. And in Him, you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by His Spirit.” Ephesians 2:21-22 The power of God never decreases. God is the Rock that waves break against. The enemy uses fear, doubt, and chaos to try to shake our faith. But the truth is, we are anchored to Christ. He is our Rock, and no storm can move Him. “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; He knows those who trust in Him.” Nahum 1:7. God is still working in ways we can’t see. The darkest part of the night comes before the dawn, the rain stops, the clouds part, and His purpose shines through. Hebrews 11 “Now FAITH is CONFIDENCE in what we HOPE for and ASSURANCE about what we DO NOT SEE. By FAITH we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. Without FAITH it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to HIM must BELIEVE that HE EXISTS and that HE REWARDS those who earnestly seek HIM.”

Earnest prayer connects heaven with earth and a spiritual pathway opens. Eyes have not seen, ears have not heard what your motive to fast and pray accomplishes. Your fast and prayers rips through darkness with great authority. It creates a space to allow God to shift atmospheres over nations. Fasting in humility, we draw close to God, and we position ourselves to heavens frequency. Protection during fasting is critical. Stay under the blood, for His heaven sent protection.  Regular fasting gives greater fragrance in our worship. Understand that fasting and prayer can break chains of resistance to Gods plan. Bring Jesus great joy and partner with God’s purpose. ❤  “Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:24 invites us to church.

“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” Psalm 30:5. Don’t give up. Don’t let fear win. Hold onto God’s promises. Remind yourself that a storm will not overtake you. “Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10. Stay faithful, stay grounded, and know that you’re safe in His hands. God has promised good things for those who are faithful to trust God in the storm! The Comforter assures us that not only will we survive, but we will thrive! Seasons come and go, but our God always remains steadfast. AMEN

Church is hard for anyone afraid of judgement. Church is hard for the pastor’s family, under the microscope of an entire community. Church is hard for the prodigal soul returning home, broken and battered by the world.  Church is hard for the couple who fights at home. It is hard for the single, surrounded by couples holding hands, and seemingly perfect families. Church is hard for fresh widows with no invitation to lunch after service. It is hard for the deacon with cancer. It is hard for the spouse who longs to be equally yoked. Church is hard for the unwed pregnant teen, ashamed of her mistakes. Attending church is hard for me at times because on the outside, I appear fine, but inside, I quake. BUT GOD! His eyes see underneath the shell shock of all our layers. Our Father finds broken spirits in every church body of imperfect people. The unseen emotions are not hidden from a God who knows all. We all hope for a touch from the Father. Selfish as all motives might be, the beauty of church is that it is a group of folks who all long for the comfort of His grace. Our spirits join in fellowship to worship the One who restores whatever is broken. A body with needs bind together as a family to receive God’s perfect love.

Church is a holy ground where sinners stand as equals before the Throne of Grace. Church is a refuge for broken hearts and a training ground for mighty warriors. In Church, we are encouraged to confront our sin and our demons with Gods mighty authority and His ongoing mercies. In Church, we receive God’s love through others. It is a weekly lesson of faith in the unseen Holy Spirit, who is actively inviting us to lay down our burdens and trust God. Church is a family that offers us all hope. Church is a setting where we set aside our differences, forget past mistakes, and rejoice in the victory of His attendance to every hearts personal need.

The Spirit of God abides and resides in every church that preaches the living and active Word of God. Even on the hardest days — after we have lost loved ones, jobs, or our homes. On the days when we are at odds with a friend, when we’ve fought with our loved ones, even after facing a diagnosis of certain death, by faith we go to church to bring our burdens. We weep before God and ask Him to release us from our way of worry to His Way of peace. Lord, we thank You for Your grace.

Stand in awe, and receive grace humbly. It is known that seasons continue to change. Our God meets our individual needs in every season. Our Father ministers to us with an explosion of grace, and by His mighty power, like a hurricane wind, He blows away intended harm. 2 Corinthians 9:8 “God is able to BLESS you ABUNDANTLY, so that in ALL THINGS at ALL TIMES, having all that you need, you will ABOUND in every GOOD work.” Acts 4:33 “Greater grace” is tucked inside God’s favor. Our Father gave us the awesome faith to believe in the power of God. Therefore, yield to the Holy Spirit and persevere. “Do not be anxious about ANYTHING, but in EVERYTHING by PRAYER and supplication with THANKSGIVING, let your requests be made known to GOD. And the PEACE of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6

“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, BRINGING every THOUGHT into CAPTIVITY to the OBEDIENCE of Christ.” 2 Corin 10:4 During chaos, get wisdom. “You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3 

Los Angeles, Paradise, and Maui all burned in a fiery inferno. Modest homes and luxury mansions are ashes! “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and the heavens on that day will be shaken with a GREAT ROAR, and the things in the sky will be cooled with FERVENT HEAT, and the earth and the works of the earth will be burnt” 2 Peter 3:10. God once destroyed the earth with water. But in the last days, FIRE will be used by God to destroy the world.

Has the FIRE of the last days begun to fall from the sky?  God tells us that the future of the earth will melt in extreme heat. The Four Horsemen will bring about plagues, wars, and death. If you believe we are living in the last days, are you ready to repent and proclaim Jesus as Lord? Soon is near.

God is eternal, all the earth will be destroyed and then made all new.