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THE MODERN CHURCH PT. 7

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GOD’S FINAL MESSAGE TO THE 7 CHURCHES

“KNOW YOUR TRUTH!”

“I am the Way, the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (Jn. 14:6)

Exactly what is your truth? If you think your truth is anything other than Jesus Christ, based on the above scripture your truth is something else, and/or anything but the truth.

THE TRUTH

In my journey to discover the truth about the Modern church, and what God is saying to the Modern church, as I come to the close of this 7-week study I have found that the Lord’s message spoken over 2000 years ago to the ancient Church has not changed for the Church today. Because the only thing that has changed is time.

The Godly principles and the actions of many “Christian Believers today are the same. God’s admonishment for those churches, corporately and individually, who do not adhere to his word has not changed loud and clear for the modern church.

Commendations: None! He had nothing to commend or compliment the 7th church.

The Rebuke: Not cold or hot, lukewarm, wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked…

(Revelations 3:15-18) 15) I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16) So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth. 17) You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked…

Does Jesus find you and/or your corporate assembly Therapeutic, Refreshing, or Disgusting?

Contextual Background: The Laodicean Church was the largest and richest city in the area, but it had neither hot nor cold water. They had to leave their luxurious homes and travel to Colosse to enjoy fresh, cool water. On the other hand, to enjoy soaking in the hot springs they had to travel six miles to Hierpolis, known for its hot springs.

They attempted to bring the hot and cold water to Laodicea but the project failed and the water was no longer hot, it was not only lukewarm, it developed a sickening nauseating taste. It was revolting that no one wanted to drink it.

So, when Jesus told the Laodiceans, “Because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth.” The message carried a huge punch. He was telling them, “Because you have become so dead, dull, sickening, and, nauseating because no spiritually refreshing waters flow from you and you have no healing properties left, “I will spit you out of my mouth!”

What is Lukewarm? That’s how God feels about a lukewarm spiritual walk. You see, with God there is no middle ground. But if you have allowed your walk with God to become lukewarm, you can reverse that abominable condition! God has tossed the ball in your court, and now it’s up to you. He is calling you to repent of your lukewarm attitude. Go after the tings of God with all your heart, soul, and strength!

  • Not good for anything spiritual
  • neither cool and refreshing nor hot and healing
  • stuck in the middle with no flavor

Self Reflection and Action Steps:

  1. Can you recall a time when you were “hot” for the Lord?
  2. What were you doing at the time that caused you to be on fire for Jesus?
  3. If you have slipped away from that wonderful time in your walk with the Lord, try to recall what changed the condition of your heart.
  4. What can you do to get back there again?
  5. Write down your answers so you can see them and pray about them.

Prayer: Lord, I never want to be lukewarm so that you find me to be an unpleasant taste in Your mouth. Help me to be a fountain from which healing waters flow to the sick and a source of refreshment to anyone who needs strength and encouragement. I repent, in Jesus’ Name. Amen!

PRAYERS FOR THE NATIONS

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“NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER“

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. (II Chron. 7:14)

Heavenly Father,

The Nations’ Trust:

I come in prayer for the nations. All nations need your help for we are living in a time of crisis, one after another. You said in your word that in the last days, perilous times shall come. Father, the times in which we live are perilous times, but you are still the same God yesterday, today, and forever more. Just as your hand of grace and mercy has protected and guarded this United States of America in past times, I confess that You are still the same God that is able to guard, protect, and bless our nation today.

As a nation, we look not unto the government, the military power, the intelligence community, National Security, nor to any other source for our help. We lift our eyes to you for help. We place our trust in the creator of heaven and earth.

Government:

Lord, we specifically ask for wisdom and insight to be given to the president of the nation., to his cabinet and assistants, the governors, mayors, and our federal, state, and local intelligence agencies, all authorities, civic leaders across the nation and military leaders at home and abroad. Give the president divine wisdom and insight in every adverse situation we face, as a nation. Direct the leaders of this nation by your Spirit. Guide them with your eyes, and lead them as they lead the nation. Override anything that is not your will.

Breath Godly inspired wisdom into their cities, municipalities, and other areas of authority and operations, both foreign and domestic. Unite America as a unified nation “One nation under God, that is indivisible, who trust in You, serve you and follow you.

Military:

Lord, watch over and protect our soldiers who are at home and abroad in other countries. Give them victory against every opposing force. May you keep them safe from all hurt, harm, and danger. Protect them from every terrorist, attack against them, by day and by night.

The People of the Nation:

Now, Father, I commit this nation and the safety of the people of this great nation into your hands. You said in your words that you are able to keep the things that we commit to you against any evil day. Therefore, I have prayed your word. I stand in faith in your ability, and I confess that you are able to sustain, guard, protect, and keep this nation and its people in all ways.

In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

CALL TO ACTION! URGENT PRAYER!

Share this prayer along with your prayers for the nation with others. Continue to pray for each category daily. Our nation needs your prayer, as much as ever, and every prayer does matter! Prayer is always the first course of action for healing that which ails!

MAKE YOUR DAILY DEPOSIT!

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+ OUTCOME 

An outcome is defined as a conclusion reached through a process of logical thinking; a final product or result; a consequence; an issue.

Have you considered banking  your outcomes? God has a perfect record for all outcomes. Deposit all of your outcomes with Him, today! Follow Him wherever He leads, without worrying about how it will all turn out. Ask God to give you His perspective of  your life, today, one of adventure with Him as your tour guide and your travel companion. Only concentrate on staying in step with Him, one day, one moment at a time.  When you come to a steep arduous incline,  forge ahead with His help. When you come to a rest stop, take time to replenish in His Presence. Learn to appreciate the very heartbeat of life by residing close to Him. Your destination is a Heavenly place prepared for you by the Master’s  hands.
Only look upon the carved out trail right in front of you. Deposit outcomes for each day with Him.  Consider outcome deposits an investment in your Heavenly home.
John 14:1-3
Do not let your heart be troubled; trust in God, trust also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you; I go to prepare a place for you. if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself, that where I Am there you may be also.

ARE YOU AN ESCAPOLOGIST?

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Escapology is the practice of escaping from restraints or other traps. Escapologists are commonly known as escape artists. They are widely known for their skilled ability to escape from critical situations, coffins, steel boxes,  burning buildings, and difficult situations, often time in combination.

Praying Christians have been afforded the God-given blessing of escapology through the power of the Holy Spirit in the fellowship of prayer (His presence). When we commit to a life of prayer, we have all confidence that God is on our side, and If God is for us, who can ever be against us? Have you learned how to escape within, even in the midst of your life traps, life restraints, and life perils?   In fact, prayer is often the only action one can take because it is beyond all human control.  Perhaps multiple situations have cropped up, a combination of things,  seemingly overnight out of nowhere. I’d say you didn’t even see it coming.  God wants you to attend/ lean to Him.

 Prayer is God’s escapology for the believer.  A praying believer is an escape artist who knows how to access God on a moment-by-moment basis. The divine illusion is, that often no change is evident or visible to the natural eye. Your life circumstances and what seems to be a no-win situation may not have physically changed.  In fact, on the outside things are pretty much the same, but as your thoughts are re-focused on Him, something happened! The change may appear to others as an illusion, but God!  By the power of His presence, your heartfelt communion, and fellowship with Him, a metamorphic change takes place deep within the recesses of your heart and now you are re-focused on the One who controls all of life, great and small. This refocusing is a learned component of escapology that is accomplished only through consistent and persistent practice in prayer with the Master!

What’s in your repertoire of prayer escapology?  What is the greatest hindrance in your prayer life? What questions do you have about prayer? What’s your plan for going to another level and dimension with God? Is prayer the key element? How do you get there? Where do you start in your prayer development? These and other topics are open for discussion. Post your blog using an anonymous tag or use your name.  In an effort to support and assist other believers to enhance their prayer life your contributions to the discussions are welcomed and respected.