Fresh Bread for Today

Separation of Church

November 15, 2012

I have been thinking about the states that are partitioning to separate from the United States. It is interesting that so many have now decided they want to be independent and separate from a developing socialistic government. It is not wrong to stand up for our constitutional rights, yes we should, but before the Church misses an opportunity to be a part of what is happening in the spirit realm; we need to pray and seek the Lord. The separation is not in the natural. It is the separation from the world system and influences. Before we get caught up in the political arena let’s look at this situation with spiritual eyes.

We are in the midst of the greatest harvest the world has ever known. John 4:35 says, “Say not yet, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest. The Body of Christ must discern the times. We may not have four months to reap the end-time harvest. I know no man knows when Christ will return (Matthew 24:36), but unless you have been on another planet and haven’t heard the news recently…..there are prophesies being fulfilled left and right.

It is the Church’s spiritual responsibility to be set apart so we can give the hope of the Gospel to those that will receive the truth. We are called to be a light set on a hill that cannot be hidden (Matthew 5:14). As beacons the Church should be lighting the way to the One whose shoulder the governments of this world sit upon (Isaiah 9:6).

The Word says for us to come out from among them and be separate. 2 Corinthians 6:17-18 (NKJV) ^{17 “}Therefore “Come out from among them And be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, and I will receive you.”^{] 18}“I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, Says the Lord Almighty.”

To come out from among them and be separate will be uncomfortable and unfamiliar. It will be at a great cost to everyone that chooses to do so. Some of us will experience being rejected, misunderstood, possibly imprisoned or put to death. The price for the eternal reward is already paid by our Lord Jesus, but our sacrifice for holiness here on earth has a price.

As we stand in the valley of decision to be separate may we choose the kingdom of our King and not the kingdoms of this world.

Additional Resources(PDF Files)

"Seperation Of Church" NEW

I have been thinking about the states that are partitioning to separate from the United States. It is interesting that so many have now decided they want to be independent and separate from a developing socialistic government.

It is not wrong to stand up for our constitutional rights, yes we should, but before the Church misses an opportunity to be a part of what is happening in the spirit realm; we need to pray and seek the Lord. The separation is not in the natural.

"More or Less"

Yes, I am in Afghanistan! My family and friends keep asking me when I am coming home. Soon I pray, but in the meantime; I need to grow more fruit.

The Lord is teaching me about the fruit of the Spirit and interestingly He is has chosen Afghanistan as the training ground. (Ironically, I am living in a dry, barren land. God has a sense of humor doesn’t He).

"Few Things!"

It’s almost been seven months since I arrived in Afghanistan. Wow! I can hardly believe it. There have been so many times I wanted to quit and come home. That would be the easiest way out of this grueling work schedule and continuous frustration that I am experiencing, right? Yet none of those reasons are sufficient. I have to crucify my flesh, my wants, and my comfort to remain here. Many days I have wanted to give up, but Holy Spirit would convict (sometimes convince) me to hang on.

"Watchmen Made For War!"

...Not long ago the Lord spoke to me that I was a “watchman made for war”. Now, that may sound real spiritual to you, but since I am working and living in Afghanistan that wasn’t the best news. I could see Him saying that about our military….after all, they signed up for the purpose of defending and defeating the enemy. Me, on the other hand thought I was coming to work and pray a little and maybe minister to the people that crossed my path. As days and months pass, I realize He is right (like I need to confirm that!)... (excerpt)

"Don't Cease Fire!!"

...Many of you are aware that I am working in Afghanistan, in the middle of a War Zone. Needless to say, there have been countless lessons for me to learn being in this situation. I have had to think more in military terms even though I am not Military. When I first arrived in “Country” (that’s what everyone calls it when you start to work in Afghanistan), I had to be issued PPE. For those of you who don’t know what PPE means, it is “Personal Protective Equipment”…. better known as an army helmet and bullet-proof vest. The vest weighs around 25 pounds and feels like an elephant is on you. (excerpt)

"Living Out-side the Wall Pt 2" NEW

...I don’t know about you, but when I get a Word from the Lord I am usually excited. At first I think about how it’s going to happen and then as time goes on, or should I say drags on, I begin to doubt what I heard. I have gotten Words from the Lord before that I thought were going to come to pass immediately. I have to admit that has rarely been the case. It is obvious my timing and God’s timing seems to be on a different measuring system. The scripture says that with the Lord a day is like a thousand years and thousands years is like a day. (2 Peter 3:8). (excerpt)

"Living Out-side the Wall Part 1"

...The news articles are reporting more unrest here in the Middle East. The NATO troops and Pakistan fired on each other two weeks ago; stopping vital supplies from coming into Afghanistan. As if that wasn’t enough, things are heating up in Syria. Iran, Turkey, Lebanon, Russia and many more are aggressively threatening Israel. Israel may be attacked any day now. (excerpt)

"Shadow"

...How can you have the demonstrations of God’s Spirit without sensational things happening? Jesus’ ministry was certainly sensational. How can you raise the dead, cast out devils, bring miracles of healing and turn the world upside down, and not disturb the world around you?” (excerpt)

"Where Do You Stand?"

...Satan dwells in the dark places, ever ready to deceive and use his trickery of lies against us. He likes the dark places because there is no light or life in him. Even his job description identifies him as
the Prince of Darkness. (excerpt)

"2006"

...He said ‘2006’ will be very extraordinary, and for many of us, we will see strange things done by His hand. This is not a another year of “business as usual”. (excerpt)

"The Wind's Blowing, The Water's Rising and the Earth's Shaking"

...The Lord is not only sending a season of wind, rain, and shaking to individuals; He has entered the doors of the Church and Nations. (excerpt)

"It's Not About Legalism, It's About Liberty"

...I recently ministered in Suriname, South America. The Koinonia Ministries hosted the conference and we had an awesome time in the Lord. Doors were opened for my friend, Wincie Caskey and I to teach in different churches in and near Paramaribo. (excerpt)

"Text Messages"

...At 6:30 a.m. I awoke from a dream the Lord had given me. I knew I had to get up and write it down. The urgency and the contents were too important to rely on my memory. (excerpt)

"Are You Counted Among the Ten?"

...Although there were many deaths, God spared many lives during Hurricane Katrina and much like Lot; they were taken out before the destruction took place. Thank God for His Mercy! (excerpt)