Posted: 07/01/2011 at 11:45am | IP Logged

Worldwide Kingdom Awakening News and Views

Published by Ron & Barbara McGatlin - Basileia Publishing

In This Edition
1. Wholeheartedly
2. The Appointed Time and Place
3. Top News Headlines

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1. Wholeheartedly 

Keep on pursuing Love. Love never fails
and His kingdom never ends.

Ron McGatlin

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2. THE APPOINTED TIME AND PLACE

Jesus prayed, "Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven." God's will is done in heaven, and the angels which are agents of God in heaven execute the will of God. My friend Dave Hayes from the Pacific Northwest writes: I think we'd do well to consider the angels and how they approach their roles in service to God. They know what they are and are not called to do. They know who they are and are not assigned to work with. They know the exact time to move and when to remain still. They know the territories they are responsible for and the ones that aren't given to them. How much better would we function in OUR responsibilities and callings if we acted a little more like them? This is EXACTLY what Father has in mind for His children. The agents of God on earth must know and do God's will on earth in the same manner as the angels of heaven. We can and must know our roles, what places we are given by Father, what we are to do in those places, and the right time to move and stay still.

DOING HIS WILL
Not everyone "ministering" in the name of the Lord is doing His will. Jesus clearly stated that those not doing His will DO NOT know Him. "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?' Then I will tell them plainly, 'I never KNEW you. Away from me, you evildoers!'  The enemy only needs to get us doing what God is NOT doing to defeat us; even if the things we are doing are good and we are exercising a spiritual gift in it's administration. It really is all about KNOWING Him. 

THE APPOINTED TIME
We are currently in an appointed time in which the further revelation and purposes of God are being revealed for this new season. The Glory cloud is moving, and when the Spirit of God moves to bring forth new things we must be "led" by Him into the proper timing and place. The move of God of the past that was once the will of God for the church becomes a hindrance for those unwilling to leave it behind when the appointed time for it has ended. If we have come to love the move rather then our Father, we will miss His Glory and find confusion, distraction, weariness, dryness, and even sickness and death. Today is the time to find our place in Him and move according to the timing of God. Now is a time of stretching when Father asks us to go beyond places we've already known and have been comfortable with in the past. This stretching us is brought in order to increase us and our faith. We cannot hope to do His will and be increased apart from knowing Him and His voice as He moves us.

THE APPOINTED PLACE
God's blessing is not on us when we are trying to be what we are not, and trying to function in a place we are not given grace to function in. Doing God's will is not done out of obligation, fear, or "filling" a slot in a church organization. The religious mindset confuses places of ministry with holding a position in the religious church system. The source of much division and confusion in the church is a result of leaders placing people in places they do not belong, and people seeking places of influence with men apart from knowing God. Operating after this mindset is being "out of place". We will continue find ourselves at the wrong place at the wrong time if we operate out of religion, tradition, self interest, obligation, or fear. Knowing Him results in knowing His will and doing it as it is in heaven. 

THE RIGHT TIME AND PLACE
Being in the right place at the right time results from having become ONE with Father and having His heart; the heart of Love that releases Spirit life to those we are sent to.  In union with Him we will always be doing His will on earth as it is in heaven. God has not made us to merely fill a place or position on the earth, He is making US into a place in the realm of the Spirit on earth in which His heart and Glory dwell. We ARE the place of His dwelling and are being formed into His expressed image; the image of Christ. Out of being "ONE" with Him comes the grace to be in the place He has prepared for us; and also BE THE PLACE HE HAS PREPARED. Individually and corporately we are BECOMING the place of His Kingdom Habitation. We are the place of His throne and of the increase of His government there is no end. It is not so much about what we do, but what we are becoming... The transition that all who come to Him as sons is about becoming mature sons, the resting place of His glory on earth. And as sons ONE with Him, we simply do what Father is doing.

 In His Love
Kriston Couchey
http://my.opera.com/Boanerges/blog/





3. Top News Headlines 

Promoting Islam in the Name of Jesus? - 6/24/2011
Churches all over the country are getting ready to read the Koran during Sunday morning service. It's in response to perceived "anti-Muslim bigotry." But statistics show violence against Muslims in the US has been dropping over the last ten years. Presenting Christianity and Islam on an equal footing, seems to take something away from the uniqueness of both religions. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37052&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Franklin Graham Holding Bilingual Festival in L.A. - 6/26/2011
The gathering, held June 25-26 at the Home Depot Center arena, is Graham's first bilingual event in the U.S. "Our hope is that anyone who is struggling with questions about life will watch this Festival of Hope," Festival organizers say their goal is to reach more than 4.7 million native Spanish speakers in the area. This a group that "desperately" needs to hear the gospel. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37070&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Sudan: genocidal regime targets Nuba again Genocide Resumes - 6/25/2011
Violence exploded in South Kordofan's capital, Kadugli, on 5 June. SAF and Baggara Arab militias have been conducting door-to-door 'sweep' operations in the cities and towns, killing everyone they suspect of SPLA sympathies. 'Churches and pastors were directly targeted'. Christians witnessed clergy being shot and killed by the sword to shouts of Allahu akbar. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37065&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Critics Say Pakistan's Blasphemy Law is Being Abused - 6/25/2011
"In January, the governor of Pakistan's Punjab province, Salman Taseer, was assassinated by his bodyguard, who claimed Taseer had violated the blasphemy law. Taseer, a Muslim, was shot dead in broad daylight on January 4, 2011, in Islamabad," Blasphemy laws are easily twisted to victimize Christians, Hindus and even Muslims, to serve the self-interest of the accusers. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37062&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


'Soul Surfer' Bethany Hamilton Injured in Surfing Accident - 6/25/2011
Bethany Hamilton, a pro athlete known for her prowess in the world of surfing after surviving a 2003 shark attack in which she lost her left arm, has sustained an injury while surfing during a boat trip in Indonesia. Bethany's foundation of faith has been her backbone; her source of truth, hope, and strength. Bethany became an inspiration to millions through her faith. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37064&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Religious Liberty Prayer Bulletin - NORTH KOREA: MILITARY GOING HUNGRY - 6/30/2011
(ABC) has obtained some very revealing film smuggled out of North Korea. The footage confirms: there is mass poverty, starvation and fear; there are scores of scavenging, homeless orphans, malnourished slave labourers and many uniformed soldiers are weak from hunger and malnutrition. The regime's grip on power could be tenuous under the Kim regime. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37113&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Is the Muslim Brotherhood Coming to Brooklyn? - 6/30/2011
The proposed mosque at Ground Zero has sparked a heated national debate in recent months. But just a few miles away in Brooklyn, another mega-mosque controversy is brewing. Sheepshead Bay is "old school" New York. It's the kind of place where generations of Italians, Irish, Russians and Jews have settled in the working class, south Brooklyn neighborhood. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37110&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Obama: I've Met My Commitments to Gays - 6/30/2011
President Obama said in a speech Wednesday night at the White House that homosexuals should be treated like all other Americans. Obama touted his administration's accomplishments on behalf of the gay and lesbian community, including doing away with the military's Don't Ask Don't Tell policy and refusing to defend the federal Defense of Marriage Act. Our work is not done.... Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37109&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


2011 North American Christian Convention Expected to Draw Thousands in Cincinnati - 6/30/2011
The 2011 North American Christian Convention is expected to draw thousands to the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, OH on July 5-8. This year's theme is UNLEASHED: The Church Turning the World Upside Down, based on Acts 17:6. The Holy Spirit was Unleashed on the Church, so that the Church would be Unleashed on the World. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37108&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Dr. Michael Youssef Blames Church for Gay Marriage Laws - 6/28/2011
In the wake of New York passing a gay marriage bill last Friday, there are many voices crying out. Some in the secular world—and even in the church—are celebrating. Others, like Dr. Michael Youssef, are weeping. He is pointing a finger at the church. As he sees it, the church allowed this abomination to rise up. The church is the only body to restore God’s righteousness.... Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37087&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Ryder to Abortionists: 'Not With Our Trucks! - 6/27/2011
In 1995, Ryder Trucks had a tremendous public relations challenge to overcome. A few days before the Oklahoma City bombing, Timothy McVeigh had rented one of Ryder's yellow vehicles. The company isn't going to let it happen again. It has learned a medical waste disposal firm has been using its trucks to service abortion clinics. Ryder is turning down the business. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37083&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Churches' Dilemma: 80 Percent of Flock Is Inactive - 6/27/2011
There is a secret inside many churches. According to researchers Scott Thumma and Warren Bird, most churches — mega-sized and small, black and white — are actually run by 20 percent of the congregation. The other 80 percent, they say, tend to act like spectators. They are minimally involved and attend infrequently or not at all. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37082&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


South Asia: Jesus got him back on his feet again - 6/27/2011
His family, ever faithful to their traditional gods, carried Pintan to the temples and offered sacrifices on his behalf. They also took him to several doctors and hospitals for treatment, but nothing worked. Beeni decided to visit Pintan and pray for him in person. A short while later, Pintan got out of bed and walked for the first time in two years! Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37081&a mp;PN=1


Dangerous Bible distribution to get Truth to Iranian youth - 6/26/2011
Despite the persecution and risk associated with assisting believers there, Bibles are being sent to Iran. Iran ranks second only to North Korea for its poor treatment of Christians. Believers make up a tiny minority of the nation and pay dearly for their faith. And yet amid this severe atmosphere, the home church movement is booming--especially among Iranian youth. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37072&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


Thousands of children are currently being trafficked in Ghana. - 6/26/2011
The "Not for Sale Campaign" reports that anywhere from 4,000 to 10,000 kids are being held as slaves to the fishing trade alone. Other children are trafficked in urban areas for other work. Every Child Ministries has had its eye on these children for years, figuring out the best ways to rescue kids and prevent others who could be vulnerable to this type of injustice. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=37071&a mp;PN=1&TPN=1


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