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Be a Witness to the Light

16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him. 18 Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God. ~ John 3:16-18

Jesus’ one purpose was to save mankind through His shed blood on Calvary. Through this one righteous act, Jesus would save the whole world if we would only believe in Him. If we would only come to Him and accept His free gift of life. It’s not for no reason that people should serve God. Jesus has promised great and mighty promises for His people. And to receive it, all you have to do is to believe, and you will inherit the promises of God.

So, what exactly do you have to believe? That Jesus is the only Son of God. That He gave His life so that you might live. Then you have to do two actions; repent and accept Him as LORD and Savior. That’s how you are saved. That is the essence of salvation. It’s so simple. All of the heavy lifting has already been done for us. Why? Because it’s not God’s will for any to perish, but that all come to acceptance.

God wants everyone saved, yet many will not be saved because they refuse to believe that Jesus is LORD. Jesus just doesn’t fit their own preconceived ideas of who God is or what God stands for. It’s also because they refuse to give up their own wants and desires. Self-love has consumed so many lives. Another reason is because they refuse to repent of their sins. Some refuse to repent because of shame, others because they don’t believe they have done anything wrong. But the root cause of the rejection of Christ is because men love the darkness more than they love the light. Why? Because darkness has become like home. It’s where we’re comfortable and oddly feel safe. It’s where we can dwell in our sin without feeling shame or regret. It’s where our flesh can thrive. But this darkness only leads to more darkness. It only leads to death.

God’s desire is that we come out of this darkness and into the light which is life. This is why Jesus came to earth as a baby. This is why He set off His Godliness and became a man. He understood what was at stake. He understood that He was the only one that could save mankind. Therefore, we, who are Christians, should follow Christ’s example. If we have loved ones who are not serving Jesus or have not accepted Him as LORD and Savior, then we should be down on our knees day and night with tears and pleas of mercy for them. Today is the day of salvation; tomorrow is promised to no man. Don’t wait for fate or for them to make the decision on their own. Take it before the Father. Take your prayers and pleas for their soul before the Throne of Grace. As you pray, quote Scripture over them, declaring freedom from whatever is holding them back from repenting. Stand in the gap for your loved ones.

Peace. Love. Go Forth and Be a Witness to the Light.

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Withstand the Test

7 And the Lord said to Moses, “Go down, for your people, whom you brought up out of the land of Egypt, have corrupted themselves. 8 They have turned aside quickly out of the way that I commanded them. They have made for themselves a golden calf and have worshiped it and sacrificed to it and said, ‘These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!’” 9 And the Lord said to Moses, “I have seen this people, and behold, it is a stiff-necked people. 10 Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may burn hot against them and I may consume them, in order that I may make a great nation of you.” 11 But Moses implored the Lord his God and said, “O Lord, why does your wrath burn hot against your people, whom you have brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and with a mighty hand?” ~ Exodus 32:7-11

When the people of Israel were in the wilderness, they turned from God to idols, even though they had just witnessed the very power of the LORD their God. So, His anger burned against them, and He threatened to destroy them and start over with Moses. It wasn’t because God just overlooked their sin that the people of Israel were spared. It was because Moses stood in the gap, begging the LORD to have mercy on them. Moses brought a case to God as if he was in a courtroom. This is what God is looking for.

God is looking for a Moses to stand in the gap and plead a case for our loved ones and/or ourselves. Sometimes, God tests our faith and our commitment to ourselves and our loved ones by condemning them or us because of our or their own actions. When God threatened to destroy Israel because of their idolatry in the wilderness, only the plea of Moses brought the mercy of God. This is what God is looking for. The firm, unwavering love of someone. God isn’t looking to destroy His people. God doesn’t even take pleasure in the destruction of the wicked. God takes pleasure in the redemption of His people and the salvation of the wicked. Therefore, when it seems like the LORD has turned against you or your loved ones, plead your case. This isn’t God’s desire that any perish; it’s His desire that we each withstand the test. Therefore, plead your case so that you might save your life and life of your loved ones.

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Worth Fighting For

On November 11th, we celebrate and honor the brave men and women that fought for our freedom. Veterans were willing to give up everything, including their lives so that we could have the opportunity to have everything. They believed that freedom was worth fighting for. They believed that you were worth fighting for, just like Jesus believed you were. Join Reverend Kenny Yates as he opens our eyes to the importance of the spiritual battle surrounding us in his message, Worth Fighting For. Happy Veterans Day.

2 Samuel 22:2-4
Exodus 15:3
Isaiah 42:13
Psalms 24:8
Psalm 110:1
Ephesians 6:12
John 15:12-13

Worth Fighting For

Am I Worth Fighting For?

So many of us have doubts about ourselves and our worth.

Jesus Believes You Are Worth Fighting For

7 For one will scarcely die for a righteous person—though perhaps for a good person one would dare even to die— 8 but God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 9 Since, therefore, we have now been justified by His blood, much more shall we be saved by Him from the wrath of God. 10 For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of His Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by His life. 11 More than that, we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.

Romans 5:7-11

21 But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law, although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it— 22 the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: 23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, 24 and are justified by His grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, 25 whom God put forward as a propitiation by His blood, to be received by faith. This was to show God’s righteousness, because in His divine forbearance He had passed over former sins. 26 It was to show His righteousness at the present time, so that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus.

Romans 3:21-26

You were, are, and always will be worth fighting for.

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Get Ears to Hear

9 And He said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” ~ Mark 4:9

Jesus makes a rather odd statement after teaching. He says, “He who has an ear, let him hear.” This seems pretty odd because everybody has ears. He didn’t say all who have the ability to hear, let them hear. He said, “He who has an ear, let him hear.” Keep in mind that even the deaf came to Jesus. Therefore, Jesus must’ve been spiritually speaking. He was talking about our spiritual ears, not our physical ears. See, some of us are spiritually deaf. We hear the Gospel, but it doesn’t cut us to the heart. We hear the good news of God, but it doesn’t change us. We’re physically hearing these things but not spiritually; it’s like our spiritual ears have been cut off.

This is because the fire in us has grown cold. Our spirit has chased other spirits instead of the Spirit of God. We have to do more than go to church and hear the word of God preached on Sunday mornings. Those who taught the Scriptures in the time of Jesus led the persecution and murder of Jesus and His followers. We have to seek a relationship with Jesus, and in doing so, He will give us ears to hear. And once we have ears to hear, He’ll begin to mold our hearts to seek His Kingdom first above all else.

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Flee the Devil

26 Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, 27 and give no opportunity to the devil. ~ Ephesians 4:26-27

Our reactions are always the most important part of each and every encounter we have. Why? Because our reaction determines whether or not we have given the devil an open door to enter our lives. Some believe that if that was the case, we would be possessed by a demon. But that is not the case at all.

See, Paul himself warns us that we can give opportunity to the devil with our emotions. Unchecked anger isn’t the same as righteous anger. Unchecked anger can stem from many different roots, but the most common one is probably the root of bitterness. When we allow these different strongholds in our lives, we are allowing opportunities for the devil to enter into our lives. He doesn’t come in and possess us as he did to Judas the night he betrayed Jesus, but what he does do is enter into our lives and start causing havoc.

He steals our blessings, our peace, our patience, our call, and anything else we allow him to take from us. This is why Jesus calls him a murderer from the beginning because he leads the people of God away from God and spiritually kills them. He causes many Christians to spiritually die, and they don’t even realize it. The only way to overcome Satan is to flee temptation. We have to flee unchecked anger, lust, bitterness, grief, depression, guilt, or anything else that could cause us to give opportunity to the devil. The only way to have the strength to flee temptation is to be strengthened by the LORD. Our relationship with God has to be strong enough so that we can run into His name and be saved. So that we can soar on wings as eagles and be renewed. So that we can be tempted and have the means to escape. So, draw near to God so that you might not fall into temptation.

Peace. Love. Go Forth and Flee the Devil.

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Be Spiritually Violent

47 When Saul had taken the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, against the Ammonites, against Edom, against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines. Wherever he turned he routed them. 48 And he did valiantly and struck the Amalekites and delivered Israel out of the hands of those who plundered them. ~ 1 Samuel 14:47–48

When Saul had taken the kingship over Israel, in other words, when he had taken possession of the kingdom, he fought against all of his enemies on every side. It should be the same with us today. Now that the kingdom of God has come to us, we, too, are to fight against all of our enemies. It is not time for alliances with the enemy; it’s time for spiritual warfare on every side.

The kingdom of God has come upon us; it is here now. Jesus ushered it in 2,000 years ago. The kingdom of God is here because Jesus did cast out demons by the Spirit of God (Matthew 12:28). But please understand, the kingdom of God can only be taken by those who are valiant; that is, those who are courageous and violent in the spiritual (Matthew 11:12).

If we want to dwell in the kingdom of God, then we have to be spiritual warriors. We can’t have one foot in the world and one foot in the Church. We can’t dwell in darkness and in light. We have to make a choice. We have to be on our knees in prayer seeking the LORD God. We have to be seeking the LORD through His Scripture. There will be a time when the LORD can no longer be found, so don’t wait. Tomorrow is promised to no one. Today is the day of Salvation. Today is the day to take the kingdom of Heaven by force.

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Can Participating in Halloween Open Spiritual Doors?

In the Christian world, we often talk about spiritual doors. We say that the doors God has opened for us, no one can shut. We cling to the idea that the good things God has for us no one can take away, but many of us don’t like the idea that we ourselves can take away those good things by our own actions. We don’t like the idea of the possibility of opening evil spiritual doors in our lives by participating in things that aren’t of God. Many Christians believe that the occult is just foolishness. That the Devil is just a toothless lion, but the Truth is he is a roaring lion seeking someone to devour. Therefore, could participating in darkness, no matter how innocent it may look, cause someone to open a spiritual door for the demonic to enter their lives? Join Reverend Kenny Yates as he opens our eyes to the dangers of careless actions in his video, Can Participating in Halloween Open Spiritual Doors?

Revelation 3:20
1 Corinthians 16:8–9
Revelation 3:7–8
Hebrews 3:16–19
Acts 16:6
Deuteronomy 1:42–44

Participating in Halloween Opens Spiritual Doors

What Are Spiritual Doors?

1 Truly, truly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door but climbs in by another way, that man is a thief and a robber.
9 I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture.

John 10:1; 9

8 But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost, 9 for a wide door for effective work has opened to me, and there are many adversaries.

1 Corinthians 16:8–9

20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.

Revelation 3:20

1. Communication with spirits
2. Agreement with spirits
3. Passageway in from one place to another
4. A transition or an opportunity (either for the person or for the spiritual being – whether that being is good or evil)

Spiritually Opening Doors to Evil

7 If you do well, will you not be accepted? And if you do not do well, sin is crouching at the door. Its desire is contrary to you, but you must rule over it.

Genesis 4:7

Spiritual doors are opened based on what we participate in. If we participate in the things of God, then the spiritual doors to be with God will be opened. If we participate in the things of evil, then the spiritual doors of evil to be with evil will be opened. Participating in occult practices, such as Halloween, opens spiritual doors to the demonic in your life.

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Halloween, A Tradition or A Door?

During this season, the world seems to get darker and darker. This time of year is when the world celebrates Halloween, All Hallow’s Eve, or Samhain. Many Christians will take part in trick or treating (or Trunk or Treating), dressing up, or decorating their homes in dark and creepy decorations this Halloween. If Halloween is about darkness and horror, what does the Church have to do with it? If it’s just a tradition, is it okay for Christians to celebrate and participate in Halloween, or is it opening spiritual doors? Join Reverend Kenny Yates as he opens our eyes to the Truth behind this gruesome holiday in his message, Halloween, A Tradition or A Door?

1 Samuel 16:14–16
1 Samuel 14:47–48
Matthew 12:28
Matthew 11:12
1 Samuel 14:47b–48
Numbers 31:12
Numbers 31:14–16
1 Thessalonians 5:22 (KJV)
1 Corinthians 8:13
1 Samuel 15:23a

Halloween, A Tradition or A Door?

The Tradition of Halloween (All Hallow’s Eve or Samhain) in the Bible

The origins of Halloween are in the occult, specifically the pagan festival of Samhain. Therefore, why are Christians celebrating this pagan festival? Because if it is pagan, then it isn’t of God. If it isn’t of God, then it is evil. Therefore, why are Christians celebrating and participating in Halloween if it’s evil?

14 Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? 15 What accord has Christ with Belial? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? 16 What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said,

“I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them,
and I will be their God,
and they shall be my people.
17 Therefore go out from their midst,
and be separate from them, says the Lord,
and touch no unclean thing;
then I will welcome you,
18 and I will be a father to you,
and you shall be sons and daughters to me,
says the Lord Almighty.”

2 Corinthians 6:14-18

John Ramirez’ Five Reasons Christians Shouldn’t Celebrate Halloween:

1. Gives Devil Legal Rights
2. Eternal Mistake
3. Important Satanic Holiday
4. Grieves Holy Spirit
5. Demonically Cursed Candy and Costumes

Opening Spiritual Doors

20 Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!

Isaiah 5:20

20 Do not despise prophecies, 21 but test everything; hold fast what is good. 22 Abstain from every form of evil. 23 Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Thessalonians 5:20-23

43 When the unclean spirit has gone out of a person, it passes through waterless places seeking rest, but finds none. 44 Then it says, ‘I will return to my house from which I came.’ And when it comes, it finds the house empty, swept, and put in order. 45 Then it goes and brings with it seven other spirits more evil than itself, and they enter and dwell there, and the last state of that person is worse than the first. So also will it be with this evil generation.

Matthew 12:43-45

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Is Your House Full?

43 When the unclean spirit has gone out of a person, it passes through waterless places seeking rest, but finds none. 44 Then it says, ‘I will return to my house from which I came.’ And when it comes, it finds the house empty, swept, and put in order. 45 Then it goes and brings with it seven other spirits more evil than itself, and they enter and dwell there, and the last state of that person is worse than the first. So also will it be with this evil generation. ~ Matthew 12:43-45

Humanity was created to dwell with God and for God to dwell in us. We were created as temples to be filled by God. We were not created to be empty. Each and every person has to be filled with something, and when we leave it up to chance and we don’t choose God to fill us, then something else will fill us. Something dark and tormenting. Just like King Saul, when the Spirit of the LORD left him, an evil tormenting spirit came to fill that empty space.

We have to remain filled with God so that we don’t open ourselves up to anything of darkness. We have to spend time in His presence every day. God doesn’t want a sometime-ish relationship with us. God wants a close, loving relationship with us. He wants to be involved in our lives. He wants to be a part of us. So, don’t allow yourself to become empty. Spend time with God daily, and don’t let the light dim within you.

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Should Christians Buy Halloween Candy?

Every year candy companies create special packaging, marketing, and products just for Halloween. It’s a spooktacular time. Many people think this is just good business, but what if there is something more to the Halloween candy we’re indulging in every year? What if there is something sinister behind Halloween candy? Could it be food sacrificed to idols? Join ArieRashelle as she shines a light in the darkness, searching for Truth in her video, Should Christians Buy Halloween Candy?

Matthew 4:8-9
Matthew 16:26
Revelation 2:14
Revelation 2:20
Acts 15:28‭-‬29‬‬
1 Peter 5:8

Should Christians Buy Halloween Candy?

Food Sacrificed to Idols

For some reason, we, the Church, overlook the possibility of eating food sacrificed to idols. In fact, we like to pretend like that isn’t for us, but look at what the Scriptures say about it.

Warnings Against Eating Food Sacrificed to Idols

The Church at Pergamum

14 But I have a few things against you: you have some there who hold the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to put a stumbling block before the sons of Israel, so that they might eat food sacrificed to idols and practice sexual immorality.

Revelation 2:14

The Church at Thyatira

20 But I have this against you, that you tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess and is teaching and seducing my servants to practice sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols.

Revelation 2:20

Warning to the Church at Antioch

28 For it has seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us to lay on you no greater burden than these requirements: 29 that you abstain from what has been sacrificed to idols, and from blood, and from what has been strangled, and from sexual immorality. If you keep yourselves from these, you will do well. Farewell.

Acts 15:28-29

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