Charles Spurgeon spoke in 1873 of the tunnel through a mountain connecting France and Italy. Engineers from the Italian side labored for 6 years and made the linkup. It was a 12 year job given technology of the time. But the French were on the other side tunneling toward them. After 6 years the two sides met within 1 inch of each other and the way was cleared. A marvel of engineering. So it is with our God. By Faith we do what He says, and He is faithful to get us home through all the mountains of trials, tribulations, doubts and failures. Psalm 37 (KJV) tells us “23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way.” Do what you know to do. Seek His salvation, seek to walk by faith, don’t give up – because it is God alone who will get you to your eternal home.
Pleading the Blood of Jesus
Pleading the Blood. Heb 4:16 tells us: “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, & find grace to help in time of need.” We are told in the old days people frequently would “plead the blood” in prayer. Borrowed from a recent note from Curt Landry Ministries in part here to discuss the precious blood of the savior. The blood of Jesus draws us near, washes away our sins, grants us forgiveness, gives us eternal life, heals us, gives us joy, & speaks on our behalf. When entering the heavenly “courtroom” in prayer, be sure to present your case using the blood of the Savior. In 1 Peter 1:18-19 we read, “… you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot.” Repent for known sin; remind the Lord what is written in scripture regarding your petition; make your request known pleading the blood of Christ; & thank Him for answering. Be sure to plead the blood to our father, our friend & our savior. That is why it was shed. Love Mel
A Song By The Founder of The Salvation Army – William Booth
1 Thou Christ of burning, cleansing flame,
2 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
3 Thy blood-bought gift today we claim,
4 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
5 Look down and see this waiting host,
6 Give us the promised Holy Ghost;
7 We want another Pentecost,
8 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
9 God of Elijah, hear our cry:
10 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
11 To make us fit to live or die,
12 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
13 To burn up every trace of sin,
14 To bring the light and glory in,
15 The revolution now begin,
16 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
17 ’Tis fire we want, for fire we plead,
18 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
19 The fire will meet our every need,
20 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
21 For strength to ever do the right,
22 For grace to conquer in the fight,
23 For pow’r to walk the world in white,
24 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
25 To make our weak hearts strong and brave,
26 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
27 To live a dying world to save,
28 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
29 Oh, see us on Thy altar lay
30 Our lives, our all, this very day;
31 To crown the off’ring now we pray,
32 Send the fire, send the fire, send the fire!
These Must be The Last Days
2 Tim 3:1-5 (KJV) In the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. — In today’s world, we have “A selfie”, which is a self-portrait photograph, taken with a digital camera or smartphone. Now that tells you a lot about today’s society, if that is not enough, read the list & you will see it all, if you turn on the news just for a minute! Our God clearly gives us instructions— TURN AWAY! If we can know that the enemy prowls around looking for whom he may devour & know that his tricks are just that tricks to lead us astray! If we can put our trust in God & believe that He knows what is best, then we can become the overcomers we were meant to be. Love Mel
Be Ye Doers and Not Merely Hearers
Luke 6:46 (ESV)Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ & not do what I tell you? James 1:22 Be doers of the word, & not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. Matt 7:24 Everyone then who hears these words of mine & does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. — Let us become wise builders, who choose to build our life on a rock! That is “the Rock of our Salvation”, GOD! — Psalm 62:6-7 He only is my rock & my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. On God rests my salvation & my glory; my mighty rock, my refuge is God. — With out a doubt, He is the only refuge that will stand the test of time! For He is the Solid Rock! Love Mel
