Faith Under Fire

My Dearest Friends,

“That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ…” 1 Peter 1:7.

Herein is a valid consolation for every believer in distress and anguish, not losing sight and thought of the assurance of peace and gladness through it all.

Inspired by the Holy Spirit, David wrote in Psalm 34:19, “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.” Being a man or woman of faith does not exempt you from the travails of life. Just as “the rain falls on the just and the unjust”, the believer and the unbeliever alike share similar life’s experiences.

We hurt, we struggle, we fail, we fall, we fall sick, we groan and we are consumed by the burden of living each day at a time, but these are not enough reason to surrender and forsake our faith even when the tempest is at its peak.

We should know that God never promised a smooth sailing by reason of our choice to repent of our sins and accept His grace in Christ but He did promise to guide and guard us through till a safe landing is attained.

Jesus told a parable about a man who built his house on a rock and a man who built his house on the sand. The same storm came to both houses but when all was said and done, the man's house on the rock was still standing.

Both builders had the same opportunity and faced the same storm but what distinguished the result was the foundation. The house built on the rock exemplifies a life with the foundation of faith. A life built on faith in God is never shattered or defeated.

Often times, after the storm leaves you come out better than before the strong winds started blowing. Increase, promotion and divine health emerge, and a peace of mind that passes all understanding overshadows the pains of the past.

As a believer, I encourage you to shake off the victim mentality and put on a victor mentality.

In Christ Jesus, you are equal to and ready for anything the enemy throws your way. That sickness is no match for you, so don't let it overwhelm you. You can handle it. You have been armed with strength in the Lord.

Isaiah 51:9 says, “Awake, awake, put on strength, O arm of the Lord...” God has you in the palm of His hand and He's not about to let you go. There is an anointing on your life that protects you and enables you to overcome the wiles of the enemy.

“Greater is He who is in you, than he who is in the world” (1 John 4:4).

Beloved, I wish above all that you prosper and live in health and holiness continually. Please see below a short video titled “Faith Under Fire” to enliven your soul and remind you about the attitude you should have when trials come your way.

May the God of peace and the peace of God abide with you now and always. Amen.

God bless.

*** Written by Randall Brewer (Edited by Jacobs Adewale) ***

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Looking Forward

I pray and believe that all is well with you today. It a wonderful day and I will rejoice and be glad in it. I can rejoice because I know down in my heart I am doing what God told me to do.

In the church today people need to stop making excuses for why they are not serving the Lord. Too many people are waiting for God to do something when in fact it is He Who is waiting on them to do something. Stop telling God how flawed and unworthy you are and begin to put your hand to the plow and do the job that is available to you now.

God does not look for the many, He looks for the few. He is looking for “a few good men” who will love Him above all others and have hearts to serve Him no matter the cost. Always remember, the door of tomorrow will not open until you do something today.

To those who are flawed in character but mighty in Spirit the Lord gives a powerful command in Luke 17:32, “Remember Lot’s wife.” When God delivered Lot and his family out of Sodom and Gomorrah He told them in Gen. 19:17, “Do not look behind you…”

God was telling them that everything they needed to live a good life was ahead of them. Lot’s wife ignored this command, looked back, and instantly was turned into a pillar of salt. Lot’s wife lost her future because she looked back.

There is a reason the windshield of your car is bigger than the rear view mirror. God wants you focused so much on what’s ahead of you that you don’t even notice what’s going on behind you. Isaiah 43:18,19a says, “Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth, shall you not know it?”

You cannot pursue your future if there is something still tying you to your past. Satan is a thief and he is after your dream. He wants you stuck in the past so you’ll never move forward. He’s hoping that you will lose your future by looking back.

The good news is that God sees you as a world overcomer (1 John 5:1,4). Your faith will overcome every attack from the enemy, including negative thoughts and memories from your past. Remember Lot’s wife. Don’t look back, always look forward.

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However, When hard times come, believe that something good will come out it and know that good things are just around the corner.

The last thing you want to do is give up because winners never quit and quitters never win. Below is a very emotional video I would like you to watch called "When You Are Hopeless".

#BeInspired

*** Written by Randall Brewer ***

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Embrace The Change

Dear Friends,

Has life gotten you down lately? Have things broken that weren't supposed to break? Out of necessity are you doing something today when you should be doing something else? Trust me, I know how you feel.

I now want you to put your thinking cap on so you can best understand what I’m about to say. Ready? Okay, here it is: “One thing that will never change is that there will always be change.”

Change happens to everybody! This you can depend on. Just take a picture of yourself once every ten years and then compare them. The changes stick out like a sore thumb. Yes, change is a certainty.

For the born-again believers, this is exciting news. If things are going well for you then rejoice because things will change and can get better. After all, we go from glory to glory (2 Corinthians 3:18).

On the other hand, if you’re in the midst of a trial you can believe for a turnaround to bring a positive change into your life. Believing for change causes us to rise up in the midst of a stormy trial and boldly proclaim, “this too shall pass.”

Nothing stays the same for very long. The sun rises in the east and before you know it, it’s setting in the west. Change happens! No matter what’s going on in your life, whether good or bad, things can always get better.

We need to get up each morning believing that today will be better than yesterday. Don’t get discouraged believing your situation will never change. Don’t let the enemy convince you that things will remain as they are from this day forward.

No, one thing that will never change is that there will always be change.

Enjoy the above short motivational video called "Life" and readjust your thoughts because things are beginning to turn around for your good.

The positive change you require is on the way. God bless!

** From Randall Brewer **

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Video: Jesus Is Always With You

Dear Friends,

I recently began writing a new book called "Jesus: A Man Like No Other." I am very excited about this and before I started, I went to my wife and asked her, “What was the one thing that stands out the most to her about Jesus?” Without any hesitation she said that “He was always there.” I agree, for indeed, our Lord is a friend who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24).

In good times and bad, Jesus is always with you. My wife then told me about a great music video called "Jesus Is Always With You" that I now want to share with you. It is my deepest prayer that this great video will help remind you that even though you may not be able to see Jesus with your natural eyes, He is with you every step of the way.

He is rejoicing in happiness right alongside you and wiping away your tears when you are sad. I promise that this four minute video will touch your heart just like it did mine. Be sure to share it with someone else who needs to know that Jesus is always by their side.

You are not alone. Jesus will always be there for you no matter what happens. So, be rest assured that you are safe wherever you may go. For He promised, "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age" (Matthew 28:20 NIV).

Thank you and God bless.

** By Randall J. Brewer **

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#KD4C2016: Kneel Down For Christ 2016

It is with great joy and anticipation that we announce to you a world changing and life altering milestone event that will take place on Thursday, October 20, 2016. "Kneel Down For Christ 2016" (#KD4C2016).

Kneel Down For Christ (#KD4C) is a worldwide outreach where young people around the world between the ages of 12-21 will kneel down as a united body and pray the Lord's Prayer and bring their friends to Christ!

On the morning of October 20^th, youth from around the world will post their prayer circles on social media using the hash-tag #KD4C2016. It is our desire to create a fire storm for the Kingdom of God that has never been seen before.

Imagine your youth group joining other youth from around the world in unity, praying the Lord's Prayer! Imagine those same youth bringing their friends and loved ones to Christ! At a time when our youth are experiencing a society that has turned away from God, we have an opportunity to be a shining light in a dying world!

We humbly invite you to join God-fearing believers from all over the world in this exciting adventure that will literally bring the world to its knees. It is our firm belief that "Kneel Down For Christ" will transform an entire generation.

For more information on #KD4C2016, we invite you to view the following YouTube video: Kneel Down for Christ 2016 - Will You Be Our One in A Million? and prayerfully consider joining us and not letting this once in a lifetime opportunity pass you by.

If you are compelled to help change the world as we are then you can register your youth group for #KD4C2016 at www.warriorarise.com. Once you are on the site, you will see a button on the home screen that says "youth group" -- click this button to register your youth group.

You can also register your youth group by going to the “Resources” tab and choosing "Leader Resources" then choosing "Register Your Youth Group."  You will receive a detailed letter via email once you register providing additional information, and updates will be sent to you on a regular basis.

Thank you and God bless!

Warrior Arise! Ministries Leadership Team | www.warriorarise.com

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Why I Hate Religion

Text: Matthew 23; 2 Timothy 3:1-5; Luke 10:25-37

One evening a wealthy man was riding in his limousine when he saw two men along the road eating grass. Disturbed, he yelled at his driver to stop and got out to investigate. He asked one man "Why are you eating the grass?" "Well, we don't have any money for food" the poor man replied. "So we have to eat grass." "Well then, come with me to my house and I'll feed you" the wealthy man said. "But sir, I also have a wife and two children with me. They are over there, under that tree." "Ok, bring them along too" the he replied.

Turning to the other poor man he stated, "You come with us, also." The second man, in a pitiful voice, then said, "But sir, I also have a wife and seven children with me!" "Very well then, bring them all" the wealthy man answered. They all piled into the limousine, which was no easy task. Once under way, one of the poor fellows turned to the wealthy man and said, "Sir, you are truly too kind…Thank you for taking all of us with you. The wealthy man replied, "No problem, glad to do it. You'll really love my place. The grass is almost a foot high."

Now it seemed like this guy had a great big heart at first didn’t it? He appeared to be filled with compassion for these needy families but then, we saw his true heart; he wasn’t really helping at all. He might have been mistaken for a religious compassionate guy, but he was not truly righteous.

What’s the difference between being religious and being righteous? Well, that’s what this short video on spoken word poetry is about. It tells of the differences between religion and true Christianity in Jesus. Check below for excerpts.

Here are excerpts from the video:

Just because you call some people blind doesn’t automatically give you vision.

If Religion is so great

Why does it start so many wars?

Why does it build huge churches

But fails to feed the poor?

Religion might preach grace but another thing they practice.

Religion is like spraying perfume on a casket.

There is a problem if people only know

You are a Christian by your Facebook.

If grace is water, then the church should be an ocean.

It’s not a museum for good people,

It’s a hospital for the broken.

Jesus and religion are on opposite spectrum:

One is the work of God

But one is a man made invention;

One is the cure,

The other is the infection.

Religion says do,

Jesus says done.

Religion says slave,

Jesus says son.

 Religion puts you in bondage

But Jesus sets you free.

Religion makes you blind

But Jesus makes you see.

Religion is man searching for God

Christianity is God searching for man.

*** Above article culled from http://www.bethelbaptistmorristown.org ***

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