June 3, 2022

If the day's events were only affecting one country, we could reject the notion that it is tribulation, but it's not. Every country in the world has problems with their governments acting like tyrants. The noose is tightening around the necks of ordinary people. The people of the United States are feeling pressed down hard because we've had the most freedom, and those who are plotting to take over the world need to find a way to control us. The gas prices are insane because they want us to purchase battery-powered vehicles to implement the ridiculous "green new deal." I'm sure they must own stock in the battery companies. They are trying to take away our guns before the mid-term elections because they know their time in public office is short and patriotic Americans will replace them. The only way they can take over our country is to take our weapons! They know what they are doing. 

Do you worry about these issues? You shouldn't! Trust that the Lord knows what he is doing. Time is short for these tyrants, and when their time comes to an end, we will live in peace forever!

Therefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you, and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you. For the LORD is a God of justice; blessed are all those who wait for him. Isaiah 30:18

June 2, 2022

At one time, I was against coloring my hair. I knew it would be challenging to maintain. Then I started getting gray hairs, and all that went out the door! Now, I realize it was God instructing me. I’ve gone five years without any chemicals touching my head, and I couldn’t be happier. I’m not telling you to stop coloring your hair; these instructions were specific to me. Here’s the point; if God is concerned about something as minor as hair, how do you think he feels about more important matters? Here’s the answer:

 “Ah, stubborn children,” declares the LORD, “who carry out a plan, but not mine, and who make an alliance, but not of my Spirit, that they may add sin to sin; who set out to go down to Egypt, without asking for my direction, to take refuge in the protection of Pharaoh and to seek shelter in the shadow of Egypt! Isaiah 30:1-2

The words that seem to jump off the page, “without asking for my direction!” We should do nothing without consulting God! Even for minor things like hair. It may seem ridiculous, but God wants to be the one you talk to about everything; he will never lead you astray. Don’t go it alone! He is our supreme counsel; seek him about every decision. 

June 1, 2022

The spiritual war in which we are engaged heats up as threats to our liberty become evident. We must continue to plead with the Lord to bring out truth and justice for his faithful followers. Ask for discernment to traverse these times. Many called by his name are fakes who hide their true identity and are ready and willing to lead the weak in the wrong direction and imprison them in a cage of lies. They are a product of the Devil! They put on a show and are easily spotted by their act. Faithful Christ-followers don’t have to put on a show. We do not have to change our tone of voice to an insincere “meek” manner or use biblical language in the presence of unbelievers; we speak like normal humans. When I hear such a person pretending to be loving and caring by using their tone of voice, red flags go up in my mind. I know my Christian friends, and they don’t speak like that; they don’t have to fake their mannerisms; their identity comes naturally without a show. Beware. The enemy shines like a beacon of light but is full of darkness.

For they are a rebellious people, lying children, children unwilling to hear the instruction of the LORD; who say to the seers, “Do not see,” and to the prophets, “Do not prophesy to us what is right; speak to us smooth things, prophesy illusions, leave the way, turn aside from the path, let us hear no more about the Holy One of Israel.” Isaiah 30:9-11

May 31, 2022

Does this year, 2022, feel like it’s moving slowly? We are finally entering the month of June; I guess that’s a good thing because I’m not getting any younger. We are closer than ever before to the prophecies of the Bible becoming fulfilled, especially this one from Isaiah.

In that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book, and out of their gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind shall see. Isaiah 29:18

We are in the middle of a wake-up call. Soon every eye will see, and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord. They will see that this life is about choosing between God and Satan, good and evil. We are seeing that most have chosen Satan as their god, but soon they will realize their mistake; by then, it may be too late, and they will find themselves anguishing in hell. 

For the ruthless shall come to nothing and the scoffer cease, and all who watch to do evil shall be cut off, Isaiah 29:20

The good news is that God is in control, and things are falling into place just as he designed. Be patient in this tribulation because good things are coming; you can count on it!

May 30, 2022

I took down my bird feeder after a fat raccoon toppled it over. I decided it was best not to draw those types of creatures into our yard. However, I still feed the birds, but instead of a feeder, I throw the grain onto the sidewalk, and they flock to it like chickens. It was a great idea because now I get to see many varieties of birds eating together. They love it! I’ve had as many as six different breeds feasting together. Yesterday we even saw a daddy cardinal feeding its baby. I imagine my daily devotional is much like feeding the birds; I’m tossing out bits of grain to many different denominations and backgrounds. It’s like a snack. We each know how to feed ourselves, like the birds, but now and then, it’s nice to munch on a snack that someone else provides. One day we will all feast together at the table of the Lord; it will be glorious! I’ll bet there will be people there that we didn’t expect to see. Only one thing matters; we will be in the presence of the Lord. What an amazing day that will be!

He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God. 2 Corinthians 9:10-12

May 29, 2022

While it may seem that all hope is lost for this world, do not dismay. The Lord encourages us to hold onto our faith, and he rewards those who hold steady. We have a different perspective on the challenges of this day than those without hope in the Lord; our outlook is exhilarating! Sometimes we get so hung up on the adverse circumstances that we forget to notice the promises the Lord is fulfilling. Relax. Continue to obey Jesus's command to go and tell the world. However, if you cannot go yourself, you can focus on the unsaved around you; hopefully, the seed you plant will grow before it's too late. 

If you need some encouragement, read Isaiah 26. For the saved, Isaiah is sweet candy for our lips and easy to devour. As for those who oppress the faithful, it is sour grapes! Sit back, eat your popcorn, and enjoy what's unfolding before our eyes!

Your dead shall live; their bodies shall rise. You who dwell in the dust, awake and sing for joy! For your dew is a dew of light, and the earth will give birth to the dead. Come, my people, enter your chambers, and shut your doors behind you; hide yourselves for a little while until the fury has passed by. For behold, the LORD is coming out from his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity, and the earth will disclose the blood shed on it, and will no more cover its slain. Isaiah 26:19-21

May 28, 2022

I'm reading through Isaiah looking for answers about what's going on in today's world. There is bad news and good news. As a caution, do not read chapter 24, which is about the judgment of the whole earth, without reading chapter 25; it's about God swallowing up death forever! 

Behold, the LORD will empty the earth and make it desolate, and he will twist its surface and scatter its inhabitants. Isaiah 24:1

Even in chapter 24, there is good news for us:

From the ends of the earth we hear songs of praise, of glory to the Righteous One. But I say, "I waste away, I waste away. Woe is me! For the traitors have betrayed, with betrayal the traitors have betrayed." Isaiah 24:16

I get angry watching the evil leaders of nations worldwide following the plan to devastate the earth. What is wrong with these people? They must also live in the mess they are making; they will not come out of this unscathed. Maybe the devil has made them believe they will prosper while the people suffer. These weak-minded people think they must depopulate the earth so all its resources are not depleted. They are sick! It's not a conspiracy theory; the Bible backs it up! Isaiah 24 is confirmation of this. 

Isaiah 25 is about our salvation in Jesus!

He will swallow up death forever; and the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from all faces, and the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the LORD has spoken. Isaiah 25:8

Do not worry; we are going to feast!

On this mountain the LORD of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wine, of rich food full of marrow, of aged wine well refined. Isaiah 25:6

Their plan will fail, and we will prevail!

May 27, 2022

The devil cannot keep doing what he’s doing to the people of the earth without repercussion. And those people who delight in doing his bidding will be cut off. What we are seeing and experiencing is only the beginning of the end of them, and they know it. Time is short for those who brandish their weapons against God’s people. Just as Israel did after their release from their captivity in Babylon, we also will taunt them for what they’ve done to us. For those people who don’t see it, imagine how much further you could be in life if the governments didn’t take all our money through multiple taxes. Imagine if they gave us back what they over-collected rather than sending it to corrupt countries. We’ve worked hard for our money, and God will give it all back to us and more. When this war is over, we will be the beneficiaries of the spoils! God’s promises are trustworthy and true; I expect he intends to fulfill some of those promises very soon. Don’t give up the fight! Stay fully armored. 

When the LORD has given you rest from your pain and turmoil and the hard service with which you were made to serve, you will take up this taunt against the king of Babylon: “How the oppressor has ceased, the insolent fury ceased! The LORD has broken the staff of the wicked, the scepter of rulers, that struck the peoples in wrath with unceasing blows, that ruled the nations in anger with unrelenting persecution. The whole earth is at rest and quiet; they break forth into singing. Isaiah 14:3-7

May 26, 2022

If you need some encouragement or are concerned about the evil that’s running rampant, read Psalms 37. As for me, I will hold tightly to God’s promises, and this chapter is full of them! 

I love this one!

The wicked plots against the righteous and gnashes his teeth at him, but the Lord laughs at the wicked, for he sees that his day is coming. Psalms 37:12-13

Look at what he says about the empty shelves:

The LORD knows the days of the blameless, and their heritage will remain forever; they are not put to shame in evil times; in the days of famine they have abundance. Psalms 37:18-19

Rest assured that God is for us. The wicked will find themselves in hell, and we will live in peace forever.

For the LORD loves justice; he will not forsake his saints. They are preserved forever, but the children of the wicked shall be cut off. Psalms 37:28

May 25, 2022

Once you see the truth, you can’t unsee it. What’s happening now was written for all to see in the Old and New Testaments. The prophets have warned us of these days. I’m filled with excitement to be living during the time of the return of Jesus. We have very little time left to bring others to the side of righteousness. We are safe from the wrath of God because we trust in Jesus, and he covers our sins. Notice this verse where it says, “to destroy its sinners.” 

Behold, the day of the LORD comes, cruel, with wrath and fierce anger, to make the land a desolation and to destroy its sinners from it. Isaiah 13:9

Then look at this verse and tell me it’s not a clear picture of today.

Their bows will slaughter the young men; they will have no mercy on the fruit of the womb; their eyes will not pity children. Isaiah 13:18

What if what Isaiah saw was the latest pharmaceutical that seems to be destroying young men by causing them heart complications? Maybe he saw the syringe, and to him, it looked like a bow with its arrows. And, of course, we are witnessing the merciless tearing of babies apart before they are born. Look at this verse:

Their infants will be dashed in pieces before their eyes; their houses will be plundered and their wives ravished. Isaiah 13:16

God has our back! He will punish the wicked for what they are doing to the earth’s people, and we get to live to see it! 

May 24, 2022

When we moved into my father-in-law’s house, we had to remove several trees from around it. It was unsafe to live there because they could come crashing down during a fierce storm or hurricane. Now, as the rains have begun, the stumps have new growth. Those branches coming from the stump are brittle and easily broken off. Throughout the Bible, Jesus is described as a tender branch.

There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch from his roots shall bear fruit. Isaiah 11:1

Though these tender shoots may seem insignificant like Jesus was initially, I’m sure that eventually, if left to grow, one of them could become a mighty oak. Jesus leveled everything, cutting the trees down to the base, giving everyone the opportunity for salvation. Your earthly status doesn’t matter; you can be young like a tender new branch or old like a majestic oak, and he will save you from your sins. 

May 23, 2022

Do not fear what is coming. God’s wrath is not against you. In all of God’s Word, his anger is leveled against our enemy, not his own people. We are his people! Be strong and courageous, and do not be afraid of what’s coming. Make sure you’ve gathered all your chicks like a mama hen. We don’t want those we love to get caught up in the coming madness. With each passing day, the truth is coming out little by little. Soon it will snowball, and the media will have to report the truth or face prosecution for being an accomplice to the treason and the destruction of the United States. However, we are not the only people feeling the effects of a world gone mad; other countries are being wrecked on purpose, like we are, to harness control of the people. We are fighting for humanity! Armor up and brandish those swords! We are in the fight for our lives, but remember, we win because God wins! Keep your faith and trust the Lord. 

For in a very little while my fury will come to an end, and my anger will be directed to their destruction. And the LORD of hosts will wield against them a whip, as when he struck Midian at the rock of Oreb. And his staff will be over the sea, and he will lift it as he did in Egypt. And in that day his burden will depart from your shoulder, and his yoke from your neck; and the yoke will be broken because of the fat.” Isaiah 10:25-27

May 22, 2022

Forgiveness is essential for your health. My grandmother, who had five children, was a hard woman. She spoke her mind to their detriment and to the detriment of anyone else that disagreed with her. However, two of her children, my dad included, forgave her and let go of the pain she might have caused them, and chose to love her despite her shortcomings. They are still alive as they should be because they honored her even though she was hard to love, and God has given them long life as he promised in the scriptures. The others passed on too soon and died of disease. I can't say for sure that it had anything to do with their inability to forgive her, but it seems suspicious that they've already passed, and my dad, who was the oldest, is still with us today. I barely knew any of them; they were never around during holiday celebrations because they couldn't face her. They gave up the love of the other family members because of her. The point of today's post is for you to do whatever it takes to forgive others and move on with a clear heart. I'm convinced that the length of your life may depend on it. 

“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Exodus 20:12

So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart.” Matthew 18:35

For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. Matthew 6:14-15

May 21, 2022

If only the woke were awake, then much of what we see and hear would be different. Instead, they put their trust where it doesn’t belong, and the world suffers because of their stupor. So, here I am; I answered God as Isaiah did and said, “send me!” But seriously, shouldn’t all who are awake be answering his call? Many have, but we need more!

And he said, “Go, and say to this people: “‘Keep on hearing, but do not understand; keep on seeing, but do not perceive.’ Make the heart of this people dull, and their ears heavy, and blind their eyes; lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.” Isaiah 6:9-10

It's not that people need to wake up to the conspiracies at hand; they need to see the truth about Jesus and his salvation. He will wake up the people. Our firm faith in him will give us the confidence we need to see through the garbage pushed by the authorities. He is the truth and the light that shines in the darkness of this world. Keep sharing his message, and eventually, those who are asleep will have a lightbulb moment, and the day's issues will become clear.

May 20, 2022

One of my favorite descriptions of God is in Isaiah. I'm consuming Isaiah like a sweet dessert and have had to make myself stop reading it so I can write. Here's the verse:

In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Isaiah 6:1

When I'm having trouble sleeping, this is my go-to verse. I imagine myself curled up in one of the folds of the Lord's robe, cozy and safe, where his peace settles upon me, giving me rest for my weary bones. The Lord has a remedy for every issue you have. Instead of running to man as a source, seek God first and watch as he uses man to fulfill your needs. God is so good, and he responds on behalf of his children because no one loves us more than he does.

May 19, 2022

If you want to see a picture of today written in the Bible, look at Isaiah 3! Though it's written as a warning to Judah and Jerusalem, the similarities to what we face today are almost eerie. God's word is living, and the outcome of sin is to same; we should also heed its warning and warn others to turn away from wrong and look to Jesus for healing. 

For the look on their faces bears witness against them; they proclaim their sin like Sodom; they do not hide it. Woe to them! For they have brought evil on themselves. Isaiah 3:9

Here's the good news: 

Tell the righteous that it shall be well with them, for they shall eat the fruit of their deeds. Isaiah 3:10

If ever there was a time to clean up your life, repent of sin, and look to Jesus for your sustenance, it is now. His promises are the same for us as they were for the righteous of Judah and Jerusalem. We can count on God to fulfill them because he doesn't change, and his word is trustworthy and true.

May 18, 2022

Yesterday, the electric company finished installing outdoor lighting on our property. We have a long driveway, and before the installation of lights, it was very dark, and the coverage of trees didn't allow much moonlight. We were so excited to see it lit up that we hurried outside to see them in our bare feet. We were drawn out there like bugs to a light! The light would have connected down the driveway if it weren't for the trees. As Christians, our light should shine, connecting to other Christ-followers. If any trees are dimming the glow, we should prune them to help promote the brightness. We should draw people to us because they see something different within us and feel the peace of Jesus when they are close. They may not know what it is that's so different; that's why sometimes we need to open our mouths and tell them the reason for our peace. As a caveat, people who love darkness will be antagonistic toward you. Don't let that bother you; keep your good testimony and peace.

but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame. 1 Peter 3:15-16

May 17, 2022

We have had very little rain here in Florida lately. It has caused everything to be dry and dusty. I spent time watering some of the plants, though I feel it's not enough. We need a slow and steady rain for a couple of days to give the grass a boost and wash the dust off the trees. The same is true for the world right now; we need a steady outpouring of the Holy Spirit to wash us in the Word of God from head to toe. I can't wrap my head around some of the things I see and hear; it makes no sense for adults to argue and debate about the way God created us. Gender is a non-issue, yet it is at the forefront of the news every day. It is a perversion of the truth and goes against our nature. The enemy's lies have infiltrated common sense, and the gullible have fallen for it. If they want to sin, they don't need our permission; we know the truth and will not accept it no matter how hard they push. Cleanse us, Lord Jesus; the world has gone mad. 

Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow's cause. Isaiah 1:16-17

May 16, 2022

Suddenly, there seems to be a pattern in the news of multiple shootings. So it begins again; a push for gun control measures instead of punishing the criminals for their heinous behavior. The judges are letting them get away with their crimes, and as expected, they do it again and again. It's lawlessness! We will only reach an end of the madness when Jesus returns to rule and reign. When he began his ministry, one of the things he did was heal people of their demonic possession. When he comes again, he will rid the world of the demons! It will be glorious! Satan's hold over people and the oppression he creates will be removed, and everyone will be free, have a clear mind, and be able to see the truth. We are nearing the end; hold on to what you have until Jesus returns.

And he went throughout all Galilee, preaching in their synagogues and casting out demons. Mark 1:39

May 15, 2022

Justice will be served. Those who’ve committed treasonous acts and have positioned themselves against God’s people can expect to suffer the consequences of their actions. You cannot create fuel shortages, food supply issues, medical tyranny, continue with evil practices, and hope to go unscathed. Then, to tell people not to feed your baby anything but formula that they can’t find because of shortages is insanity! The same thing happened with Covid; they didn’t want you to treat the symptoms with over-the-counter medication. The Australians are being told not to grow their own food and can face the consequences if they try. Why? They want people to suffer and die. Anyone listening to the garbage they’re spewing is as guilty as they are. They think we’re stupid, and some people are. We must use our common sense and dismiss the lies. God gave us a brain, and we need to begin using it.

Therefore my people go into exile for lack of knowledge; their honored men go hungry, and their multitude is parched with thirst. Isaiah 5:13

My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge; because you have rejected knowledge, I reject you from being a priest to me. And since you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children. Hosea 4:6

Then I said, “These are only the poor; they have no sense; for they do not know the way of the LORD, the justice of their God. Jeremiah 5:4