For the sake of Christ!
- Saved on Purpose
- Sep 12, 2021
- 8 min read
Each day, a new life takes it's first breath.
Each day, a new soul inhabits the earth.
Humanity, mankind, as we know it (right now as Christians) has been defined as one created in the image of God. "Male and Female, He created them," we are told this in the VERY BEGINNING of the book of life: Genesis 1:27. And in Genesis 2:7, "The Lord God formed the man out of the dust of the ground and blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being."
It was then the body and soul were united. Just Awesome. 👉💖👈
As Christians, we believe this to be true so deep within our hearts.
God's most beautiful creation: Is Us.
Today, humanity is being attacked. Our very beings, the way we were created, by the hand of our all loving, divine Father, is being challenged, tampered with and has been put through battles seen and unseen for years, decades, even centuries, leaving us slaves to a trade here on earth that only evil of such a multitude can create. One so hard to wrap your mind around, that once you begin to process it all, you have no choice but to conclude, only the Power and Divine strength of our Heavenly Father has the ability to save us from it. A power that He has instilled into each of His followers, to use in their lives, each and every day, each in very unique yet important ways. So that in the end of this story we are all a part of, we will see each little piece of the puzzle, each life He created, each memory, each moment... All mattered to lead us home to an eternity with Him.
In reading Ephesians 6 (see below), I was reminded of how imperative it is that we keep our focus on what God's will is for each of our lives. How we must pray for His strength and His power to work through us in each day we are provided to live with. These times we are in, the battles we face, seem impossible at times to defeat. But we are told, " With God, ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE." And with faith even the size of a mustard seed, we can do all the things He is depending on us to do, in the time He provides for us to do it.
It has become to clear to many Christians, we are not only in a physical battle for our lives but also in a spiritual one for our souls. Through this past year I have watched as families have become divided, friendships destroyed and worse, lives lost, all due to this very insane time we are living in. When this all started, I was on a much different side than I am on now. But I believe whole heartedly, there is a reason why I was led from there to here. One might never assume with knowing my story, this is where I stand, but the Lord works in the most incredible and awesome ways, if we allow it. I can't say what tomorrow will bring, I may not even get a tomorrow, but I know with each day that I do live here on this earth, He is using me in some really unique ways. Ways beyond my understanding, but ways that become clear overtime. His will is purely awesome.
So where am I going with all this?!
We are in some sketchy times. But the more I set it all next to scripture the more it makes sense.
This video below was one that helped me see that what's happening is far beyond anything I could have ever imagined. Something comparable to a Sci-Fi movie. It's tough to process, hard to believe, but the more I dug into what was being discussed, the more I realized it's possibility of being a reality. And since I first watched, even more so, it has become scarily true. More and more research has been done to prove these things, more Dr.s, nurses, pastors and preachers, friends and family are coming out and speaking truth knowing they could lose everything. More people are eagerly trying to do everything they can to help others see, we must open our eyes to what's really going on. There are many fast tracked scenarios and plans that are now well underway, taking us into uncharted territory. We are edging near some very different times, and I do not believe this is the way our heavenly and loving Father intended for us to live. I encourage you to watch with an open mind, in its entirety, and then get out and do some research while you still can. I can help, but the best way in my opinion, is to let God lead you. AND MOST IMPORTANTLY learn how to discern. Not everything we read and see is true. I've had to work through some pretty wild things this past year. Some things this Dr. is saying may not be truth (yet), but some she says indeed is. It's undeniable. When you start to look around at what's now happening since she first started talking about this, you will see, it's not that farfetched anymore. And this is just ONE video from one Dr. There are MANY MANY MANY more...
Although it seems terrifying to think we are at the mercy of the hand of evil, as a follower of Jesus, I know how this story ends. God's grace and mercy is where it's at! And He wins! As scary as it is for us, just think ---> the evil spirits, the fallen angels, they know this too. They are doing everything they can to win. But we know: they won't win. And no matter what happens to us while we are here, we have to remember, it's all for the sake of Christ. For His story. For His glory! For us to live in an eternity with Him. God's Will for our lives goes far beyond our understanding. But how awesome it is we get to be a part of the greatest story of all time, how divine it is that we were all made for a time such as this?!?!
Because I am still 'only human,' when I first started reading and trying to process all of this, and as I continue to do so, there have been many times I find myself sobbing uncontrollably, thinking how God, Why God, Where are you GOD?!?! And you know... the more I find myself at this point, the more I dig into scripture for help, the more He answers, the more I hear Him say, My ways are not your ways, child.
Let Go, and Let me lead.
I have spent much time this past year trying to figure out ways I can do my best to make wrongs right. Learn. Heal. Do better, be better. For me, for my family. For those who surround me. But time is so limited. There's only so much one can do in any given day. Not only have I found so much is out of my control, but I have been literally forced to just stop and let Him take the wheel. More times than I can even count.
I have come to the realization that I can only control so many things in this life I live. I fully believe now all things work for the good of those who love our God. Which is something the Lord uses His people to remind me of so often.🤍🙏 I trust, even when my mind tries to fight against it, my heart knows: no matter what crazy is happening now, the full truth will come out. God's truth. In the time He needs it to. And one day those who choose Him, will forever be united together in peace in His endless love. So if we are on opposing sides now, I believe He will draw us all together again, in His name. Because that's how AWESOME AND LOVING our God is! REMEMBER: This battle is not and should not be between those who love Him, but "against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."
He see's your heart.
He knows your pain.
Each day is a new day.
Each moment, a new opportunity.
Tomorrow may not be here for me, or for you, but one thing is certain.
We know how this story ends. We can't ever forget that. So I encourage you today, if you need reassurance or help in this battle, Read Ephesians 6 below. Take up the FULL ARMOUR of God.
Pray without ceasing, with the Holy Spirit. Stand Firm in Faith.
Take each day, one day at a time.
Keep diving into scripture for answers.
And know with all your heart and all your soul...
In the end,
GOD WINS!
Children and Parents
1Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 Honor your father and mother (which is the first commandment with a promise), 3 so that it may turn out well for you, and that you may live long on the earth.
4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.
Slaves and Masters
5 Slaves, be obedient to those who are your [a]masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; 6 not [b]by way of [c]eye-service, as people-pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from the [d]heart. 7 With goodwill [e]render service, as to the Lord, and not to people, 8 knowing that whatever good thing each one does, he will receive this back from the Lord, whether slave or free.
9 And masters, do the same things to them, and give up threatening, knowing that both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no partiality with Him.
The Armor of God
10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. 12 For our struggle is not against [f]flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. 14 Stand firm therefore, having belted your waist with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having strapped on your feet the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 [g]in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
18 [h]With every prayer and request, [i]pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, [j]be alert with all perseverance and every request for all the [k]saints, 19 and pray in my behalf, that speech may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in [l]chains; that [m]in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.
21 Now, so that you also may know about my circumstances as to [n]what I am doing, Tychicus, the beloved brother and faithful [o]servant in the Lord, will make everything known to you. 22 [p]I have sent him to you for this very purpose, so that you may know [q]about us, and that he may comfort your hearts.
23 Peace be to the brothers and sisters, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 24 Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ [r]with incorruptible love.
Footnotes
Ephesians 6:5 I.e., earthly masters, as in first-century Roman culture
Ephesians 6:6 Lit according to
Ephesians 6:6 I.e., only when the master is watching
Ephesians 6:6 Lit soul
Ephesians 6:7 Lit rendering
Ephesians 6:12 Lit blood and flesh
Ephesians 6:16 Lit in all
Ephesians 6:18 Lit Through
Ephesians 6:18 Lit praying
Ephesians 6:18 Lit being
Ephesians 6:18 Lit holy ones; i.e., God’s people
Ephesians 6:20 Lit a chain
Ephesians 6:20 Two early mss I may speak it boldly
Ephesians 6:21 Or how
Ephesians 6:21 Or minister
Ephesians 6:22 Lit Whom I have sent to you
Ephesians 6:22 Lit the things about us
Ephesians 6:24 Lit in incorruption
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