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1. 2012 Reality Replacing Religion
2. The Work of the Cross - Video
3. Top News Headlines
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1. 2012 Reality Replacing Religion
By Ron McGatlin
2012 will be a year of the release of heavenly authority to many who have turned from religion to the reality of life in God. The mighty works of Father God in Christ Jesus by the Holy Spirit are now becoming reality in this season. The Pentecostal power that had morphed into a religious form is becoming living reality in God’s people. This year of 2012 will see the waning of religious form and the beginning of true kingdom reality for maturing sons and daughters of God.
What we have preached and hoped for but did not truly experience is becoming the reality of our lives in this season. Seemingly without effort the supernatural miraculous works of Jesus will come forth in God’s humble people without even a hint of pride or merchandising. What we have said that we believed and tried to make happen will be done by the power of God abiding in His holy humble people. Truly the priesthood and the kingship of Christ are becoming manifest in His body of believers on earth.
Do not look for this as a big show. It will be seen in multitudes of humble gatherings, small and large that will be veiled to those who are not willing to receive the fresh reality of kingdom life.
Religious striving is passing away among God’s kingdom people.
Religion has ruled the world under the prince of this world – the prince of the power of the air. All religion is powerless without believers/followers. Religion appears to be man-made. However, it always originates from the dark spiritual world of the enemy. The only authority the enemy has is the authority we allow him to have. Deception is his primary weapon.
The enemy was in the garden with Adam and Eve but was completely powerless until he deceived Eve and then Adam. The devil must deceive human beings to usurp the authority given to mankind to rule in the world. To usurp our authority, he must separate us from the reality of life with God and entice us to follow him. The more he can make his false religion look like the reality of life in God, the more easily he can deceive people into following him and releasing their God-given authority to rule in this world. Religion is designed to placate the innate desire in the hearts of men for life in God.
Eph 2:1-3: And you He made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins, in which you once walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience, among whom also we all once conducted ourselves in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, just as the others.
The Precious among the Vile
2012 and beyond will be a season of separation for sanctification and connection for preparation. God will lead His people into an intense time of preparing for the coming season of devastating circumstances in the world and glorious spiritual life in Him. The kingdom of God that has been formed within us will manifest under cover from the world in the most precious spiritual gatherings we have ever known. In these God connected groups and gatherings, the manifest presence of God will lovingly bond together and prepare His people to endure the hard times immediately ahead and to eventually plant the kingdom of God solidly into the entire world.
Beyond the season of devastation, in another season to come, the fullness that is developing under cover will be released into the world. The clearing and the deep plowing of the land of this world will leave little to none of the previous world order and fully prepare the soil of this world to receive the seed of the kingdom planted by the prepared people of God. The Bride City of God will become a reality on earth.
Draw near to God
By far the first and primary area of preparation for every child of God is intensely relating to God in the Spirit. Of course, this should have always been our priority. However, it truly must be our number one focus in this season. All other preparations will be of little or no value if we are not truly seeking the kingdom of God and His righteousness FIRST in our lives. Intimately relating to God in the Spirit and becoming one with Him will release the authority of heaven within us to supernaturally accomplish the will and plan of God. Clear direction from God through praying in the Spirit and hearing in our spirit will enable us to walk through turbulent times without fear.
As we walk in oneness with God, we must hear and obey what He speaks for us personally to be and to do. He can prepare a table before us in the presence of our enemies. God may use some of us to be a part of growing and preparing the food for that table. Others may be used in preparing for other needs, for other provisions and services. Extremely basic life will develop with the necessities of life locally grown, made or built from whatever is available and with whatever tools are available. If we are truly one with God and are obediently doing what He says when He says, the Spirit will coordinate the works of all to fit together in the tribal lifestyle of the future.
Through the life of God in us, we shall overcome the enemy by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of our testimony and not loving our lives to the death. Whether we live a long life or a short time in this body, we are the Lord’s and will never be apart from Him. Our great desire is to fully serve Him and to accomplish all He has given us to be and to do in this life.
We are very important to one another and closely knit together in Him as each joint supplies its part. This will be more acutely seen and experienced in the seasons of devastation ahead for this world and the glorious season of experiencing the deepest river of His love filling us with His life and flowing the glory of the kingdom to one another. The glorious kingdom lifestyle is at the door. The kingdom is truly at hand in this day of the Lord.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
Do not be wise in your own eyes;
Fear the LORD and depart from evil.
It will be health to your flesh,
And strength to your bones. ~ Proverbs 3:5-8
2. The Work of the Cross - Video
The Work of the Cross - Kriston Couchey
Walking in the power and authority of the cross and the resurrected life of Christ in us.
The exciting life of expressing the finished work of the cross of Christ Jesus.
3. Top News Headlines
Billy Graham Hospitalized with Possible Pneumonia - 12/1/2011
Graham was admitted to the Mission Hospital in Asheville, N.C., for treatment of his lungs. He was said to be alert, smiling and waving at the hospital staff. Graham's personal physician, Dr. Lucian Rice, said the 93-year-old evangelist is in stable condition. He was previously treated for pneumonia in May. The evangelist's book, Nearing Home, was published last month. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38363&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Hillary Makes History, Myanmar Christians Get Clobbered - 11/30/2011
Hillary Clinton is the first U.S. Secretary of State to visit Burma in more than 50 years. President Obama has sent Clinton to the nation because he sees "flickers of progress" being made by the military dictators there. As President Thein Sein wines and dines the U.S. Secretary of State this week, his military continues a new wave of persecution against Myanamar Christian. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38358&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Congressmen Cross 'Green Line' in Biblical Heartland - 12/1/2011
U.S. dignitaries frequently visit Israel. But one recent congressional delegation went where none had gone before. Five U.S. congressmen and their wives traveled to Israel for an official visit across what's been known as the "green line." This tour is the first delegation of U.S. congressmen to visit Judea and Samaria. This personal visit brought a whole new perspective. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38360&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Mexican Senate Adopts Official Statement Condemning Pastor Nadarkhani's Death Sentence For Apostasy in Iran - 12/1/2011
The statement says that the international community has consistently spoken out in defense of Mr. Nadarkhani's civil and political rights. The Senate joins the international community, and condemns the death sentence handed down to Yousef Nadarkhani for religious reasons. The Mexican senate statement quotes the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38361&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
No Missionary Had Ever Been There - An Old Language Brings Good News for today. - 12/1/2011
I thought, "Broadcasting in Gurung is a waste of time and money." But honoring God and being obedient, I began to work on the program. I went to preach the Gospel in a remote village. I began to speak in Gurung and tell them about Jesus. They had heard a GFA Radio program in the Gurung language. There is now a small Christian fellowship in this village. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38362&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Two People Killed, Homes and Stores Torched in Attack on Coptic Christians in Egypt - 11/30/2011
Thousands of Muslims attacked Copts in elGhorayzat village, population 80,000, killing two Copts and severely wounding others. They were in their homes when their shop was broken into and looted by Muslims. Maher and his wife were stabbed. After killing the Copts, Muslims went on a rampage, looting and burning Christian owned homes and businesses. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38357&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Food flights continue in Papua - 11/28/2011
It hasn't been on television. Not even in newspapers or magazines. But people inPapua, Indonesia are suffering from famine. It hasn't been caused by the lack of rain, but by too much of it. According to reports, thousands of people in 19 villages in Homeo District, Intan Jaya, Papua, are suffering from starvation. the staple food, sweet potatoes, has been wiped out. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38335&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Christian Worker Sacked for Standing Up to Islamic Abuse at London's Heathrow Airport - 11/28/2011
A Christian worker at London’s Heathrow Airport was dismissed after she stood up for a colleague who was bullied and harassed by Islamic fundamentalists at the United Kingdom’s leading Airport and border control. Halawi had persistently complained to management over personal religious abuse and harassment from Islamic staff, who even mocked her about “[expletive] Jesus.” Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38334&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Christians in Nepal Attacked as Constitutional Deadline Nears - Bomb goes off in front of charity office; preachers assaulted, church building razed - 11/27/2011
A crude bomb went off (Nov. 22) in front of the office of the United Mission to Nepal (UMN), a Christian charitable organization in Kathmandu. There were no casualties, but on the same day in Sindhupalchowk, local residents of the predominantly Buddhist village of Danchhe assaulted two brothers for leading worship services at their home, leaving one unconscious. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38329&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Tensions high for some in the run up to Congo's election - 11/27/2011
Tensions are high as pre-election jitters have gripped the Democratic Republic of Congo. Voters and politicians are gearing up for November 28, the second set of post-civil war elections. It's the first time the presidential and parliamentary vote will be combined in the same election. Amidst threats of violence, election watchdogs wonder if the election will go forward. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38327&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
News From British Isles, Ireland. Europe and Worldwide - 11/27/2011
Awards recognise unsung Christian heroes - Guam: TWR has ‘dedicated’ two mega-transmitters - Evangelical leaders speak out on marriage - Basic home care help 'breaching human rights' - MP demands law to remove gang videos - Archbishop of Canterbury offers prayers for children - British Soldiers returning from Afghanistan - Norway: Religious extremism condemned - More>. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38326&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Judge Roy Moore Announces Bid for Alabama Chief Justice - 11/26/2011
In 2003, Moore was removed from his position for standing up for the inalienable right to acknowledge God. The issue started in 2001 when he installed a granite monument depicting the Ten Commandments in the rotunda of the Alabama Judicial Building. “There is no question that I know this job and I believe the people of Alabama know exactly what I stand for,” Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38317&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Uganda: more moves to quell LRA - a call to pray for God’s intervention in the LRA crisis - 11/26/2011
The Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) is a blasphemous cult militia infamous for its unrivalled brutality, most of it directly targeted at Christian communities, churches and seminaries. The LRA has long been armed and funded by the Islamist regime in Khartoum, which has employed the LRA as a proxy force against the South Sudanese and their Christian allies. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38316&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
Egypt: 75,000 Christians unite in prayer - 11/25/2011
An all-night prayer meeting on November 11, had an overflowing 75,000 people in attendance from all denominations to pray for the nation. Many people watched the service on screens set up all over the mountain, and joined in - hands lifted up, eyes to heaven, and tears flowing down their faces. Check out this impressive video of the prayer gathering. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38311&a mp;a mp;PN=1
Algerians Unite to Vindicate Condemned Christian - 11/26/2011
In a positive turn of events, the long awaited trial of Algerian Christian Siagh Krimo was postponed last Thursday after a large gathering of Muslim and Christian supporters rallied for his acquittal. In the unusual show of public solidarity, the demonstrators' message rang loud and clear - to unjustly condemn one Algerian is to violate the rights of all Algerians. Read On: http://archive.openheaven.com/forums/forum_posts.asp?TID=38315&a mp;a mp;PN=1&TPN=1
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