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Worldwide Kingdom Awakening News and Views
Published by Ron & Barbara McGatlin - Basileia Publishing
In This Edition
1. Joy Comes in the Morning
2. The Passion of God
3. A Great Move of God
4. Top News Headlines
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1. Joy Comes in the Morning
By Ron McGatlin
The world is now experiencing a beginning of sorrows as spoken of by the Lord in Matthew 24. A time of great sorrows or tribulations coincides with the proclamation of the gospel (good news) of the Kingdom of God.
"We must through many tribulations enter the kingdom of God." ~ Paul
This is not religious theological talk. This is practical real life and death experience of this generation of called-out kingdom sons breaking through the thick crust of darkness that is upon the world with the powerful lightning strike message of the kingdom of God now coming forth on earth.
In this historical season of the manifesting of the kingdom of Christ from heaven on earth, the sons of God are again proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom that Jesus and the first century apostles taught.
Sons of the kingdom have endured the pain of personal suffering maturing them into full sonship as elders to help lead others through the glorious and sometimes painful transition of God’s people.
Our light personal suffering begins with the breaking away of our own past lifestyle that was adjusted to self-focused worldly practices and false religious beliefs. Our growth continues as Christ manifests His life in us. We become a part of His sufferings as the world rejects and persecutes Christ in us.
1 Pet 2:19-21: For this is commendable, if because of conscience toward God one endures grief, suffering wrongfully. For what credit is it if, when you are beaten for your faults, you take it patiently? But when you do good and suffer, if you take it patiently, this is commendable before God. For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps:
1 Pet 4:12-14: Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy. If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. On their part He is blasphemed, but on your part He is glorified.
Death always precedes resurrection, and the dark night of suffering is always followed by the glory that comes in the morning. The day of the dawning of His glorious government (kingdom) filling the earth is beyond the season of worldwide suffering of cleansing judgment. The pure and holy sons of God are arising from their dark night to thoroughly plant the seed of the kingdom in every heart of good soil and every nation and tribe that will receive and grow the Word of the Kingdom.
Sons are bonding together as brothers in a love that endures beyond differences. Natural ethnicity is overcome by the Spirit bonding us in the DNA of God. We are all of one Father and one Family in the glorious love of the kingdom.
On the other hand those of a different family with a different DNA cannot remain connected as one with Christ and one with the Family of God. The tares and the wheat have grown up together and were indistinguishable until the fruit began to manifest in the good grain. The fruitless look-alike tares will not abide with the maturing grain of God’s kingdom of pure holy sons. After the removal of the tares, the sons of the kingdom will shine forth as the sun lighting the world with the glorious kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven.
Mat 13:41-43: "The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will gather out of His kingdom all things that offend, and those who practice lawlessness, and will cast them into the furnace of fire. There will be wailing and gnashing of teeth. Then the righteous will shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears to hear, let him hear!
Righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit are the living reality of the kingdom within the maturing sons of God now and will become the characteristics of the worldwide kingdom of God on earth. The supernatural strength of the maturing sons emanates from the righteousness, peace, and joy of the Lord abiding within the sons of God. A popular snippet of scripture is the proclamation that “the joy of the LORD is your strength.”
We may momentarily experience a lack of joy that results in a lack of strength when personal adversities tear at our lives and especially as we see the demise of the contaminated systems of the old world. Many activities, works, and things that we had thought of as good and natural will be passing away. Many people who continue to deny the Lord’s kingdom will be passing away with the fallen systems of the world.
However, the maturing sons of God will arise from the ashes of the momentary lack of strength with hearts filled with the strength of the joy of the Lord. Rivers of living waters flowing from them will refresh the earth with righteousness, peace, and joy of life everlasting. Abundance of powerful life-giving strength will fill our hearts to overflowing with the life of God reclaiming and renewing the world to the kingdom of heaven on earth.
Isa 9:6-7: For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace There will be no end, Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, To order it and establish it with judgment and justice From that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.
Keep on pursuing love. It never fails
and His kingdom never ends.
Ron McGatlin
archive.openheaven.com
basileia@earthlink.net
2. The Passion of God
By Kriston Couchey
NOW IS THE TIME
God is rising up in His passion to bring forth His will on earth as it is in heaven. Now is the appointed time, now is the hour of His rising. He is rising up from His throne to stand and bring about the purposes of God for creation. As He rises we are rising with Him. He is rising up in passion in the hearts of His sons in the same manner He raised Jesus up to accomplish His will. David wrote of the messiah: You love righteousness, and hate wickedness: therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness above your fellows. While walking the earth, Jesus loved and hated what Father loves and hates. As Father exerts His will to bring His purposes forth, His sons also are moving on concert with the will of God because they have the heart of God; loving what He loves and hating what He hates. They do His will because their hearts are one with His and embody the passion of God for mankind within; even as Jesus embodied the passion of God. Sons do not continue to live as servants who do their master's will out of obligation, sons do their Father's will because they are in AGREEMENT with His heart and purpose in each situation.
SONS PREPARED
Father has prepared the hearts of His sons to beat as one with His heart. His passion as their passion. His desires as their desires. These have endured and continue to endure death to their own earthly passions, their own will, and their own way. This death to self brings an emptying that they might be containers and expressions of the heart of God to all creation. Death gives way to life. All of creation has groaned, and the hour has come for the year of the Lord's favor. He rises to manifest Himself in His sons He has prepared for such a time as this.
THE KINGDOM ESTABLISHED BY THE ZEAL (PASSION) OF GOD
Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, on the throne of David, and on his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from now on even forever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. Wisdom, Revelation, and teaching alone do not establish the kingdom. These have their place and give insight into the kingdom of God and His purposes for creation, but they are not the motivating force that accomplishes God's will. It is the zeal (passion) of God by Holy Spirit that is the motivating force establishing His kingdom on earth. His zeal is manifest in the place that He inhabits; the hearts of willing sons. When God rises to move and speak the Living Word Himself into the earth; His sons moving and speaking in His passion are the result. We are about to see passionate revival like we have never known.
THE PASSION IS COMING
Father is the most passionate being there is. I have come to know Him in ways that I never could have known apart from His passion rising within me. He is rising up and we rise with Him. This is true revival. He is rising in passion to bring healing, deliverance, salvation, and justice to the earth. All aspects of the passion of God will be seen in His sons. There is coming great joy to those who have chosen to partake in His suffering and death that they might also share in His resurrection. His rising means life from the dead, and the dead will also rise in this hour; both spiritually and physically.
In His Love
Kriston Couchey
http://my.opera.com/Boanerges/blog/
3. A Great Move of God
By Daniel Garza
Joshua 3:5 --- 5: And Joshua said unto the people, Sanctify yourselves: for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders (miracle, signs, and wonders) among you.
John 14:12-14 --- 12: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.
13: And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
14: If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it.
Blessings and Love,
Rev. Daniel Garza, Jr.
4. Top News Headlines
Global Day of Prayer Live Satellite Event Broadcast from United States for First Time in 11-Year History - 6/8/2011
A half billion individuals expected to unite in Jacksonville, Fla. for the annual Global Day of Prayer, broadcast worldwide via satellite. The first time from a U. S. city. Last year more than 400 million people joined together. This year it is expected that one-half billion will participate, making it the largest prayer gathering in the history of the world. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36853&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Texas Governor Asks Other Governors to Join in a Solemn Gathering of Prayer and Fasting for America - 6/8/2011
Saying "there is hope for America, and we will find it on our knees," Texas Governor Rick Perry has invited other governors to join him in a "solemn gathering of prayer and fasting" in August in Houston. "I sincerely hope you'll join me in Houston on August 6th and take your place in Reliant Stadium with praying people asking for God's forgiveness, wisdom and provision," Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36854&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Islamic terrorists seeking to destabilize Nigeria - 6/9/2011
Violence has gripped Nigeria. Other than the destabilization of the government "what the extremists really want is the conversion, forced or otherwise, of the southern part of Nigeria to Islam. "Houses of worship have borne the brunt of the campaign, and that's likely to continue. This is a case where an organized group is likely to keep inciting violence regardless." Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36861&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Valedictorian Victorious in Her Battle to Pray at Graduation - 6/7/2011
"I had hoped to use prayer to encourage my fellow graduates to trust God's plan for their lives". But a parent of one classmate sued. Friday, a day before the High School graduation the Court of Appeals ruled that the Judge was wrong to order that public prayer banned, granting Hildenbrand's appeal and restoring her right to publicly pray for herself and fellow students. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36834&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Ron Paul: True Liberties Come From Our Creator, Not the Government - 6/6/2011
Presidential candidate Ron Paul used the Bible, at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference, to show evangelicals why big government is bad. He paraphrased the story of Samuel advising Israel against a king. "They're going to tax you. They're going to over burden you and you're going to have to work so much time, like 25, 35, 45 percent of the time, for the king." Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36825&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Obama Declares June Gay Pride Month - 6/6/2011
For the third year in a row, Barack Obama has declared June a month to celebrate homosexuals. Obama noted that he had overturned the US military’s “Don’t ask, don’t tell” policy. And he said his administration is selecting “highly qualified, openly LGBT individuals to executive branch and judicial positions.” Wonder if he'll declare a straight pride month?
http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36824&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Prosecution for desecration shirked - 6/5/2011
Violence in Pakistan continues to be an issue for the Christian church. Armed Muslims disrupted the church service of Numseoul Presbyterian Church outside Lahore, Pakistan on Sunday, May 29. The Muslims cursed the congregation, smashed a glass altar, desecrated Bibles and a cross, and man-handled those who tried to stop them. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36813&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Hamas move to Egypt both good and bad - 6/5/2011
According to several sources, the terrorist group Hamas is moving its headquarters from Syria to Egypt. The effects of the move could bode poorly for Egypt. Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says the Muslim Brotherhood, to which Hamas is closely linked, is also becoming more powerful in Egypt. Syria has become an all out blood bath. Violence and riots continue. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36812&a mp;a mp;PN=1
Baby Dies in Hot Car While Parents Worship Inside Church - 6/4/2011
Music minister Norman Collins Jr, was in a hurry. He and his wife were running late for service at Real Faith Christian Church. So, he asked another church member to take his baby inside. Perhaps the other person wasn't listening. Three month-old Norman Collins III, died in the hot car. Temperatures that day topped 90. Now his dad is charged with negligent manslaughter. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36806&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
First Amendment Denying Judge Overruled, Prayer Allowed at Graduation - 6/4/2011
Judge Fred Biery became pretty unpopular recently when he tried to stop a valedictorian's prayer at graduation. Biery received over 500 phone calls, demanding that he change his decision. Then, the judge was overruled by a federal appeals panel. Valedictorian Anglea Hildenbrand says she's pleased, and blessed that God let her be a part of the case. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36805&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Eddie Long Church Expands, Despite the Recent Scandal - 6/4/2011
Darius Wise may be wishing the launch of his new church was not so closely scheduled to the winding down of the Eddie Long sex scandal. Wise is the senior pastor of New Birth Denver. This would be the eight satellite location for Eddie Long's church. The original site is in Atlanta. Some of the others are in Charlotte, North Carolina and Oakland, California. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36803&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Seventy Methodist Clergy Agree to Wed Gay Couples - 6/4/2011
It's a promise of civil disobedience. Same-sex marriage is illegal in Minnesota, but that did not stop the 70 clergy from expressing willingness to perform the ceremonies. It is also a promise of spiritual disobedience. The statement the clergy signed is like the ramblings of a cult where 2 + 2 = 5. The signers say, "We repent that it has taken us so long to act." Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36802&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
State House Urges Counties to Allow Posting of Ten Commandments - 6/4/2011
Many government buildings carry reminders of pagan gods and mythology. But the Tennessee House is encouraging a tribute to the God of the Old and New Testaments. It has passed a resolution urging all counties to allow the displaying of the Ten Commandments in their courthouses. Critics cannot legitimately call the non-binding measure a law. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36801&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Court Rules New York Schools Can Ban Church Worship Services - 6/3/2011
In a day of tight money, it is ironic that the New York City Board of Education has been wasting tons of taxpayer dollars to fight a local Church. The Bronx Household of Faith simply wants to rent a public school building for Sunday Services. A federal appeals court has sided with the city. The Supreme Court ruled differently in a similar case. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36796&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Ominous House Bill Would Effectively Ban US Christian Adoption Agencies - 6/3/2011
Supporters of the bill claim it would put "an end to prejudiced restrictions that have denied an untold number of children the homes that they desperately need." But the "Every Child Deserves a Family Act" would deny faith groups the right to act on what they believe is in the best interests of a child. Children could not be protected from gay potential parents. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=36795&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
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