Friday, December 6,
2013, 7:00 a.m. – the Lord Jesus woke me with the song “Why Are You Afraid?” playing in my mind. Speak, Lord, your words
to my heart. I read 1 Peter 5 (NIV).
Not Lording it Over
To
the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s
sufferings who also will share in the glory to be revealed: Be shepherds of
God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must,
but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest
gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being
examples to the flock. And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive
the crown of glory that will never fade away.
An elder is someone who is a leader of people, who is in a
position of influence, authority and rule, who may also be a teacher or an
administrator. He is a shepherd of the people, i.e. someone who provides
guidance, care, and who looks after the well-being of others. We mainly hear
this term shepherd in relation to spiritual leaders (men) within the church,
but the Bible also refers sometimes to political leaders, or those given the responsibility
to govern a group of people, also as shepherds. In the nation of Israel, many
of their spiritual shepherds were also their political leaders. I believe the
Lord Jesus would have me to primarily focus on our political shepherds today,
and how many of them are in pursuit of dishonest gain and are lording it over
the people of the world, but also how this fulfills prophecy of scripture with
regard to the last days before the return of Jesus Christ.
If you have been following world news for the past several
years, you have probably noticed that there has been a rash of uprisings in
various nations throughout the world. They pretty much all appear to follow the
same scenario, and this is beginning to unfold inside the United States of
America, as well. First is established that the present government within a
particular nation is unfit to rule the people, is corrupt, etc. We are
beginning to see this played out in the news in America right now as the NSA
(National Security Agency), Obama and Congress have been coming under fire, and
have been presented as corrupt, lying, thieving, and inept. They are not inept,
but the other accusations are true, and so much more. Most of them know very
well what they are doing. This is well orchestrated and played out before our
eyes for the very purpose of bringing about the overthrow of world governments,
in particular the overthrow of the US government right now.
So, first must be established that the present government of
a nation is corrupt and must be overthrown, then we have demonstrations,
uprisings, anti-government protests, and the like, which lead to chaos, the
loss of human life, discord and every evil practice. Then the “international
community” steps in to save the day, “helps” the people of these nations to
establish “transitional governments,” and it supposedly is there to restore
peace and order and/or to assist the opposition to the corrupt government to
overthrow their government and to establish a “new government.” The Lord Jesus
continues to show me that these situations are all the creation of one
government, i.e. the New World Order (alias Beast). And, many of the leaders of
the U.S. are leading the charge in this usurping of governments and the
takeover of nations in order to bring the whole world under the rule of one
global government, alias the Beast of Revelation. So, they fake uprisings,
utilize false flag operations, manufacture lies about people, and engage in
weather warfare all for the purpose of dishonest gain and lording it over the
people of the entire world.
Storm Gods
If you have followed weather news over the past several
years, particularly speaking here of in the USA, you have probably noticed an
increase in severe weather, the blame being placed on “global warming,” and the
naming of winter storms now in the US. Many of the storms are named after
Greek, Roman or Egyptian gods and goddesses, and they all tell a story. In
other words, these storms are man-made (the work of Satan in counterfeit miracles,
signs and wonders), and are named very specific names in order to give a
message now hidden but soon to be revealed. They are also used as weapons of
war in this takeover of the nations of the world, as well as they are used to
intimidate and to persuade the leaders of nations throughout the world to
comply with the rule of the New World Order.
We have two winter storms now moving their way across the
US. The first one is named Cleon, though I think that one is about gone now,
though it has definitely left its mark. The second storm, following its tail and
trail, is named Dion, which could be short for Dionysus. I heard on the news
last night that Cleon and Dion are two parts of the “same system,” and yet they
are “individual entities.” I believe that is true, yet I believe the message is
more political in nature. If we read about Cleon and Dion(ysus), it tells the
story.
Cleon was a statesman, an aristocrat, a warmonger and a
demagogue. A warmonger encourages and advocates aggression and warfare toward
other nations. A demagogue is “a political leader who gains power by appealing
to people's emotions, instincts, and prejudices in a way that is considered
manipulative and dangerous” (Encarta). Sound familiar? He is a political leader
who lies to the people in order to gain support for his cause. Cleon was an
opponent of democracy and he stood in opposition to the present rule of
government of his time. When the ruler of that time died of the plague, that
opened the door for “new leadership.” He made up false charges against people
who stood as a threat to his power and rule. “He instilled a feeling of
mistrust within Athens through a kind of Athenian ‘McCarthyism’ caused by the
excessive number of informants to keep a watchful eye on the city” (Wikipedia).
In other words this is “Big Brother” and it fits with Obama and those whose
orders he follows. This is the first “storm” moving its way across the USA.
The second “storm” to move its way across the US is Dion,
and it is on the heels of Cleon and is following the same trail. The phrase “to
take by storm” comes to mind, i.e. “to conquer someone or something in a fury”
(thefreedictionary). Dionysus was a mythological god of wine and winemaking, as
well he is described as “the god who comes,” an “arriving outsider-god”, the “last
god to be accepted into Mt Olympus,” and “a dying god.” He is described in
terms as “shows his triumphant, disorderly arrival or return, as if from
someplace beyond the borders of the known.” “He symbolizes everything that is
chaotic, dangerous and unexpected.” “He induces frenzy.” [Source: Wikipedia] He
is also described as being either part-god and part-human, or as fully divine
but also partly of the earth and the underworld. In other words, this is a
prefiguring of the antichrist, which (or who) will follow, and it appears that
Obama – Big Brother - may have been sent to prepare the way for this “new
leadership,” i.e. that of the Beast of Revelation. It is coming!
Grace to the Humble
In
the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of
you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because,
“God
opposes the proud
but shows favor to the humble.”
Humble
yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due
time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Be
alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion
looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because
you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the
same kind of sufferings.
And
the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you
have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong,
firm and steadfast. To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.
The Bible teaches us that we are to submit to those in
authority over us, whether they are evil or good. Yet there are Biblical exceptions
to this subjection to authority, and that is in matters of the Spirit where
Satan tries to usurp authority over God. For instance, we are not to take the
mark (influence, required standard, symbol, or characteristic trait) of the
world’s system (or the Beast) on our lives, and we are not to deny Jesus Christ
or to refuse to speak in his name. So, if we are being required to compromise
or deny our faith, or to do something clearly forbidden in the teachings of
Christ and that of the apostles, or we are asked to stop sharing the true
gospel of salvation with people, then we must obey God rather than man. We must
resist Satan, standing firm in the faith, even if it means we are rejected,
persecuted severely, and even killed for our testimonies for God’s saving
grace.
We may be faced with much unfair and unjust treatment. We
may even have false charges brought against us because we serve as a threat to
the rule of the New World Order Beast, yet we are not to fear what they fear. God
will give us all we need for us to remain firm and steadfast in our faith while
we wait for his return. We are to humbly submit to God in all of this, and
willingly give up what is of this earth in order to gain what is of eternal
value in our own lives and in the lives of others. As well, we are to pray in
the Spirit and cast all of our troubles on Christ, because he is the only
Shepherd who loves us with all purity and integrity of heart and mind. We must
trust him to lift us up in due time, and we must not physically fight against
our enemies who will come against us. Vengeance is God’s. He will repay evil. And,
we should pray for the family of believers throughout the world who are presently
suffering severe persecution and death in their midst for their testimonies for
Jesus Christ. Then, one day Jesus Christ is going to return to take us home to
be with him. Amen! Hallelujah! Praise the Lord! Oh, what a glorious day that
will be!
Why Are You Afraid?
/ An Original Work / December 5, 2013
Based off Various
Scriptures
Do not be afraid.
Your Lord is always by
your side.
Serve the Lord in
righteousness
Before Him all your
days.
Those who hate the
light
Will not come to the
Lord.
They fear their deeds
Might be noticed.
So, they hate the
light,
And they embrace the
night.
Do not be afraid,
Although your enemy
attacks.
Dare to share your
testimony
Of God’s saving grace.
Do not fear their threats,
But honor Christ, your
Lord.
Be prepared to give an
answer
For the hope you have,
With gentleness;
respect.
Why are you afraid?
For all that’s hidden
will be shown.
What I tell you, speak
in daylight.
Let the truth be
known.
Do not be afraid
Of those who’ll take
your life.
Fear the Lord with
understanding.
Trust Him with your
life,
And give not up to
strife.
Do not be afraid.
Take courage, it is I,
your Lord.
Bow before Me; now
adore Me.
Oh, why do you doubt?
Listen to the Lord.
Get up, and bear His
name!
Run and tell the world
He loves them.
Jesus came to save.
Give Him your all
today.
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