I heard, some time ago, a curse from someone in high places, "Your nation will be destroyed from within." It seems, that was an astoundingly accurate prophecy.
Those who know biblical prophecy know the last chapter in the Book:
And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb.
In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, [was there] the tree of life, which bare twelve [manner of] fruits, [and] yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree [were] for the healing of the nations.
And there shall be no more curse: but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; and his servants shall serve him:
And they shall see his face; and his name [shall be] in their foreheads (Rev.22.1-4).
But now, many places of worship seem to have a certain spiritual deadness. There is no expectancy of God, there is little belief He is present nor is there belief He will live in His people to do His will that His kingdom may come.
From the outside one may observe the approach of people to the place of worship as in a common or profane manner. In other words, I go there wearing the same clothes I work in. Inside, my manner and conversation is the same as if I just walked into a coffee shop, not as if I entered the presence of a holy God. As a minister of music, I play in the same way I would at the night club, even some of the same material. I go not having sought the face of the Lord so that my ministry may provide something from the Throne Room of Almighty God. In fact, if I took it seriously, I'd seek God diligently every day for that hour of ministry in the building or room designated as the place of worship. Yet, I merely bring my earthly talents before God and men, expecting God to receive my common display and make it holy.
Speak unto Aaron and to his sons, that they separate themselves from the holy things of the children of Israel, and that they profane not my holy name [in those things] which they hallow unto me: I [am] the LORD (Le. 22.2).
I still serve the same God who does not accept a blemished sacrifice. Service to him is to be holy. Those who minister are to be holy. Our approach to the Lord is to be holy, not entering as a common place talking about things of the world but entering to meet corporately in the presence of a holy God.
In my next post, I will discuss our falling for a season followed by God's "recovery" in which, we are made to shine as stars.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Is it paycheck protection?
Going to church has a number of good reasons:
1.) Learn more about the Word of God.
2.) Fellowship with other believers.
3.) Worship the True God.
It seems, however, that it becomes pointless. I went to a church and noticed many people who I have seen in church for twentyseven (27) years. They are still doing the same thing: going to church and listening to sermons on the same subjects.
I love these people, without a doubt. I've been blessed to have them as neighbors and to be able to fellowship with them.
What is the point in going to church? Is it to just hear sermons and stay connected with the body of Christ? For what? Are we a fraternal organization for Christians of Christians and by Christians?
Just to go to church to go to church.
Is there a greater calling?
How about a ministry that costs no money but is the most powerful? In this ministry I don't have to leave the comfort of my home nor get out of my pajamas. I may not become notable as a great missionary. Neither a famed man of industry nor administration. I will probably not even be known of men. But I will move the hand of God!
That ministry is prayer. Consider the state of our nation. This is the greatest nation ever on the earth. It has had the longest lasting government and constitution, This is the most prosperous nation.
This nation was founded on prayer and the Word of God. Today, we still are reaping the benefits of the prayers and devotion of our founding fathers. The rich cultural heritage of prayer can return to this nation and it is my ministry to take part in calling for its return.
Sadly, there are those in this nation which are undermining the foundation which made this nation great. We have activist judges in the Supreme Court, an organization of activists lawyers called the ACLU pervades this land insisting that all that is wrong is right. In high places in goverment are they who desire to provide only for the flesh at the damnation of the country (it's called political manuevering). Many other groups there are that are lobbying for wrong to be ruled right.
Is there a higher calling than just going to church? How about waking up 20 minutes earlier so you can start your day in prayer for 15 minutes. Pray for the President, his cabinet, our nation and our armed forces. Pray for your family. Pray as the Holy Spirit leads (Ro. 8.26). An hour in the morning has made me many times more productive. I am now able to do in one day what used to take me three. God's paying me back for one measly hour in the morning.
http://www.pptambassador.org/team20
Godspeed
Christopherdart
1.) Learn more about the Word of God.
2.) Fellowship with other believers.
3.) Worship the True God.
It seems, however, that it becomes pointless. I went to a church and noticed many people who I have seen in church for twentyseven (27) years. They are still doing the same thing: going to church and listening to sermons on the same subjects.
I love these people, without a doubt. I've been blessed to have them as neighbors and to be able to fellowship with them.
What is the point in going to church? Is it to just hear sermons and stay connected with the body of Christ? For what? Are we a fraternal organization for Christians of Christians and by Christians?
Just to go to church to go to church.
Is there a greater calling?
How about a ministry that costs no money but is the most powerful? In this ministry I don't have to leave the comfort of my home nor get out of my pajamas. I may not become notable as a great missionary. Neither a famed man of industry nor administration. I will probably not even be known of men. But I will move the hand of God!
That ministry is prayer. Consider the state of our nation. This is the greatest nation ever on the earth. It has had the longest lasting government and constitution, This is the most prosperous nation.
This nation was founded on prayer and the Word of God. Today, we still are reaping the benefits of the prayers and devotion of our founding fathers. The rich cultural heritage of prayer can return to this nation and it is my ministry to take part in calling for its return.
Sadly, there are those in this nation which are undermining the foundation which made this nation great. We have activist judges in the Supreme Court, an organization of activists lawyers called the ACLU pervades this land insisting that all that is wrong is right. In high places in goverment are they who desire to provide only for the flesh at the damnation of the country (it's called political manuevering). Many other groups there are that are lobbying for wrong to be ruled right.
Is there a higher calling than just going to church? How about waking up 20 minutes earlier so you can start your day in prayer for 15 minutes. Pray for the President, his cabinet, our nation and our armed forces. Pray for your family. Pray as the Holy Spirit leads (Ro. 8.26). An hour in the morning has made me many times more productive. I am now able to do in one day what used to take me three. God's paying me back for one measly hour in the morning.
http://www.pptambassador.org/team20
Godspeed
Christopherdart
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