Baltimore vs Ferguson Part 1

There’s a disturbing trend that’s happening across our nation. People especially young people are in the streets rioting, looting, destroying property and fighting with the police. It’s very disappointing and disturbing. What in the world is going on?

There are some common themes with Baltimore and Ferguson. I will go into more details on a later post. The fact of the matter is that something is very wrong. This matter needs be addressed. Otherwise, it’s going to continue and it’s going to elevate. We can’t continue to ignore this issue and keep our heads buried in the sand.

Now that I stated the simple facts, what needs to be done? The answer we seek is from the word of God. This is where we need to start. If we don’t start here, we aren’t going to be successful in dealing with this problem. The point is that we need to start something right now. This problem isn’t going to just disappear. Here’s the God U Said It Verse Of Today.

In Hosea 4:6 (HIV) It states “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also reject you as my priests; because you have ignored the law of your God, I also will ignore your children.” The main problem we have is lack of knowledge. Because we have a lack of knowledge, our people are suffering. Police officers got injured and they are suffering along with their families. Businesses are suffering because they either have to close early or altogether.  Children can’t get the education they need because school is closed and they suffered. I can go on and on. The main thing is we lack knowledge. We have the knowledge that this problem has been going on for quite some time. However, we have rejected this knowledge and we are suffering the consequences.  We need to correct this right now and use the knowledge God has given us. Next time we’ll talk more about knowledge. Until next time may God continue to bless you and keep you.

 

 

Walt GS

THE 3C’S OF THE ENEMY PART 4: CONFUSION

 Last time we talked about 2^nd of the 3C’S: Conflict. Satan wants to create a conflict between God and you. Satan wants you to believe his lies instead of the truth from God. However, we learned that there’s no conflict. What Satan says to you won’t help you in any shape or form. Satan is only interested in his wellbeing not yours. He wants to pull you away from the truth. He wants you to question the truth. Don’t believe his lies. God is the truth, the way and the light. Today we are going to look at the third of the 3C’S: Confusion.

According to the dictionary, confusion means lack of understanding and uncertainty. A situation of panic and a breakdown in order. Satan uses confusion to cause a breakdown of order between you and God. Satan does this by taking advantage of your lack of understanding of what God wants from you. Satan knows that you’re uncertain about things in your life that is important. For example, your job, children, health, finances, relationship with God to name a few. Once again, when you’re confused you want answers. You want order, understanding and certainty. Satan knows this and he’ll offer his version of a solution to the confusion. He’s going to test and question your belief and relationship with God. Remember what he asked Eve? He listened to her answer and then offered his lie filled version. He told her “You will not surely die.”  Satan is essentially saying that God is lying to her. How outrageous is that! This is why you need to established a strong relationship with God. God will tell you the truth. Once again, Satan is a liar. It’s all in the word of God. Let’s look at the God U Said It Verse of the day.

In Matthew 4:9 NIV it says “All this I will give you,” he said, “if you will bow down and worship me.” Satan is trying to tempt Jesus into bowing down to him by offering him something. Satan is trying to confuse Jesus by saying I can offer you something that God can’t or won’t. This just nothing but another lie Satan tells in order to confuse someone. God already said there’s nothing impossible that I can’t do. Satan can’t out do God in any form shape or fashion. Satan tries to manipulate what you already know with one of his lies. If Satan can confuse you, you’re more inclined to listen to what he wants to offer you. Don’t fall for Satan lies and what his promises. Satan speaks in lies and that’s all he knows. Satan is calling in question the truth that God has already instilled in you. Stand firm on the truth and just like Jesus in Matthew 4:10 you will say “Away from me Satan.”  We have come to end of this series for now. Next time we’ll talk about who’s speaking to you. Until next time, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

 

THE 3C'S OF THE ENEMY PART 3: CONFLICT

Last time we talked about Chaos. Satan wants to introduce chaos into your life. Once you start looking for answers, he wants to offer you a solution. A solution designed to cause you to have more serious problems, pain and suffering. Seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness for your solution to your problems. God wants the best for you. Today we are going to look at the second of the 3CS: Conflict.

According to the dictionary, conflict means a serious disagreement of argument typically an extended one. An incompatibility between 2 or more opinions, principles or interest. God’s principles and interest is the complete opposite of Satan’s. Thus, this is where the disagreements come in. What God wants you to do and Satan wants you to do is different. What God says is the absolute truth. What Satan says is an absolute lie. Last time in my blog about chaos Satan asked Eve, “Did God say this?” Satan is introducing conflict between what God said and what Satan wants you to believe. He wants to create a conflict between you and God. He will ask you questions and remind you of the current state that you’re in. He’ll remind you about your past history. He’ll remind you about trouble in your marriage, finances, family to name a few. He’ll ask you “Well if God loves you, why don’t he do something. Why would he want you to suffer?  I thought you said that you’re blessed?” He’ll even quote you bible verses to try and create conflict. “If it says this in the bible, why isn’t it happening to you?” Please remember who the enemy is, his tactics and methods. He wants to distract you so that you’re not staying connected to God.  Whatever type of weakness you have in your life, that’s where Satan wants to attack. For example if you’re suffering from an illness, Satan will attack at this point. “Well God heals people so he MIGHT heal you if he feels like it.” “It sure is taking an awful long time for God to heal you.” “Why don’t you try what I have instead?”  “Even if he heals you, things won’t be the same.”  Satan will continue to try and attack until you do something about it. Let’s look at the God u said it verse of the day.

In James 4:7 (NIV) it states, Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. This verse says it all. You need to submit yourselves to God. Don’t listen or take part in the conflict Satan is trying to cause.  Resist Satan and he will see that he’s wasting his time with you. Satan would be better off going to somebody else. You must keep Satan out of your life as much as possible. Keep your focus and attention on God. There’s no conflict with him when it comes to the truth and what’s best for your life. Satan is a liar.  Next time we’ll talk about the last of the 3CS’ confusion. Until then, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

 

                        Walt GSF

THE 3CS’ OF THE ENEMY: PART 2 CHAOS

Last time we talked about the 3CS’. The devil wants to cause Chaos, Conflict and Confusion in your life. He wants you to be unstable, stressed out, lost and defeated. He wants to pull you and keep you away from God. We will stand and not let this happen. Today we are going to talk about the first C Chaos.

According to dictionary Chaos means complete disorder and confusion. Satan wants you to be in this state. He knows when you’re in this state; you may become weak and vulnerable to manipulation. He wants to attack you when you’re weak. He knows you’re going to seek a solution to your chaos. Satan wants to be your solution to your problem. However, what he wants to do is cause bigger problems for you. The problems are more harmful and difficult than the one you’re in now. You’re trading problems for problems. Remember he’s a liar. He’ll introduce so called solutions to your problems. “It’s okay to fool with this man or woman even though they’re married.” “You deserve to be happy and satisfied.” “You’re confused on whether you still want to be married.” ” Your marriage is in disorder.” ”Why should you suffer and be unhappy.” ” No one will know. “ ”It’s okay to do these drugs.”” Your stressed out and confused.”” This will help you relax and think clearer.” Don’t fall for these tricks and lies. Satan wants to cause you harm and pain. Let’s look at the God U Said it verse of the today.

In Gensis 3: 1 it states “Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?” The serpent in this verse is Satan. God himself instructed Adam on what to do. Adam told Eve what God. However, Satan ask the question to Eve “Did God really say “You must not eat from any tree in the garden” Satan was introducing chaos into Eve’s life.  Remember Chaos means complete disorder and confusion.  Eve let Satan know that she was confused and not sure about what was told you. This is one of the tactics Satan uses to create chaos. He’ll ask you a question about what God said. He will see if you’re sure about what God said. How there’s one thing you know before Satan tries to talk to you. It’s impossible for him to tell the truth about anything. Even before he starts speaking he’s going to tell a lie. He is going to try to twist and put his spin on the truth. If he is lying to you that means God is telling you the truth. Satan uses chaos to get you disorganized and confused. Once this happens, you’re more vulnerable towards his attacks and tactics. Read and listen to what God tells you. He loves you and wants what’s best for you. Satan wants what’s best for him by using you. Don’t let him introduce Chaos into your life. Ask God for order and clarity on what he wants you to do. Next time we’ll talk about the next C conflict. Until then, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

                        

                           Walt CGSF

THE 3CS' OF THE ENEMY INTRODUCTION: PART 1

I’m going to introduce to you some of the tactics Satan uses to try and steal, kill and destroy your life. You have to realize that Satan is your enemy. He wants you to follow him and obey him to your death. Satan will take any type of death. There are people right now who are literally walking around dead.  He wants death in your finances, marriage, relationship, health, sanity to name a few. He doesn’t want you to have any kind of peace, righteousness or order with God. He wants you to THINK that you have peace righteousness and order by following him. He’s deceptive, evil and a liar. Today we’ll talk about what the enemy wants in your life.

What the enemy wants in your life is the 3CS’. The 3CS’are Chaos, Conflict, and Confusion. He wants you to be in these states of mind. If you’re focused on these, you will have a difficult time focusing on God. Satan will use these tactics to wear you down and out. Satan usually won’t strike you with one fatal blow. Satan loves to see us suffer, hurt and defeated. He wants to break us down slowly. You many not notice anything at first. However, as time goes by, it becomes more obvious and visible that something is wrong. You’re doing the wrong things in search of the answers to your needs, desires and problems. For example doing drugs will help you relieve stress. Cheating on your spouse will help you with your loneliness. Stealing money will help you with your financial situation. What’s really happening is slowly he’s pulling you into his trap. The next thing you know you’re in a situation that you don’t want to be in. you ask yourself, “How did I end up here?” “What happened?” “What was I thinking?” When you ask yourself these questions, chances are Satan had done his job putting you in a situation without you being aware of it. Let’s look at the God U Said It verse of the day.

In John 8:44 NIV it states: “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” Satan is liar plain and simple. He will say anything to trap you. “It’s okay”, “It’s alright”, “No one will know”, “You deserve this don’t you?,” “No one will get hurt.” You have to be alert and diligent. Recognize what Satan is trying to do by studying what God said in his holy word. Keep Satan away and out of your life. God wants order, truth, clarity and peace in your life. Go to God in prayer and ask for help. Next time we are going to break down the 3CS’ and continue to destroy the works of Satan with knowledge and power. Until next time may God bless you and keep you.

 

                               Walts GS.

POWER THROUGH PAIN, PART 2

Last time we began talking about power through pain. You’re going to need God to get you through the pain. You will be on God’s timetable. He knows you’re suffering. However, you may be wondering why it has to be you. You want the pain to stop. You have enough on your plate. I understand because I’m there with you. We will continue to power through pain.  Today we are going to talk about what to keep in mind as you power through pain.

The first thing you need to keep in mind is that God is with you. In Matthew 1:23 NIV it states; “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).  Jesus is with us right now. You are not alone. It may feel like it but you are not. The second thing you need to keep in mind is that this pain will pass and joy will come. In Psalm 126 NIV it states: “Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” God is with you through your circumstances and situations: even if you caused them upon yourself.  There may be tears flowing from your eyes and dropping down on your field of life. Your joy is being rooted under your field. You may not be able to see anything taking root, but when it sprouts and grows you’re going to reap joy. The third thing you need to keep in mind is that God doesn’t operate like we do. In Isaiah 55:8 NIV it states:  “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the LORD. You may still not understand why you’re going through this. The answer may come later on. As difficult as it may be, God is still under control. The fourth thing you need to keep in mind is that what you’re going through may pay benefits later on. I know some of you don’t feel like hearing “This is for your own good.” Also you don’t feel like hearing “No pain, No gain.” To be honest you are probably saying the hell with that. You may be angry and upset because everything was going smooth until this came up. Everything was perfect until this happen. You may not have brought any of this upon yourself. God sees and knows beyond what we can comprehend and understand. 1 Corinthians 2:11 NIV it states: “For who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God.”  He wouldn’t be putting us through this unless he has our well-being in mind. I know this is difficult to read. Trust me; it’s difficult for me to write. Sometimes the medicine we have to take doesn’t taste good. Let’s go to the God You Said It verse of today.

In Deuteronomy 31:8 NIV it states: The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” The fifth thing you need to keep in mind is this verse. This is a difficult process we have to go through. There will be some good days and bad days. You feel like your emotionally being is stretch beyond your limits. I have been there. However, I would not be the person I am today if I haven’t gone through this. I pray and hope that you keep God with you through this. Don’t be afraid and don’t get discouraged. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Make sure no matter how hard and painful it gets, don’t leave God. You can power through pain.  Until next time may God bless you and keep you.

 

Walt Gs.

POWER THROUGH PAIN, PART 1

Last time we ended the series for now on lust. I hope it will bless you and keep you during these lustful times. Since that time, a highly ranked military official had to resign because of his lustful acts. In addition, there may be more people involved. The man who was the puppeteer for Elmo off of the children show Sesame Street resigned because of alleged lustful acts. I can’t stress this enough: LUST DESTORYS. It can cause someone to endure extreme suffering and pain. There are some people in pain right now. They may be a victim of a lustful act. They may be a person who lost their house. This person may have lost their job. They could have marriage problems. There could be thousands of reason why they are in pain. Today we are going to start talking about powering through pain.

I know that some of you right now are in pain. Whatever the reason no matter what people say it’s there. You get out of bed with it. You go through the day with it. Finally you lie down to go to sleep with it. It causes you to be depressed, unhappy, angry and lost. You go to sleep crying. Tears start to form in your eyes whenever you start thinking about it. It seems no one cares. You start to miss work. You don’t want to be around anybody. You can’t seem to enjoy life itself. All you want is for the pain to stop. You just want it to stop. It …………………………………………….hurts so bad.  You’re frustrated and tired. You’re asking how much longer do I have to go through this? Let me tell you something right now. No matter how long it takes, you will get through this pain. How do I know? You’re going to get through with power.

Where is this power? It’s through our lord and a savior.  God is ready and able to help you. He gives you the power to go through this pain. In Psalm 68:35 NIV version it states “You, God, are awesome in your sanctuary; the God of Israel gives power and strength to his people. Praise be to God!” You know what the good thing about it is? You have that same power too. You are part of God’s people.  You have access to this power through God. You can power through pain. In Deuteronomy 4:31 NIV version it states “For the LORD your God is a merciful God; he will not abandon or destroy you or forget the covenant with your ancestors, which he confirmed to them by oath.” God hasn’t forgotten about you nor abandon you.  Let’s look at the God U Said It verse of the day.

In John 16:33 NIV it states “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” You are going to go through some trouble in your life. It’s going to be uncomfortable and painful. The people you use to call won’t pick up the phone or call you back. Your tactics and skills won’t get you through. You are going to need God to get you through. You’re going to need his power. You may need to seek counseling or someone who is a person of God to help you. Your battery that’s inside of you is either running low or dead. You need to charge yourself with God providing you the power. When you have a problem or faced with a situation go to him. Pray to him in your language. He knows them all. Cry out to him. Let your control go and cry if you want. Lose yourself in him. He’s always there twenty four hours a day seven days a week. He’s never too busy. He doesn’t get tired of you. He will answer you. Leave your problems and cares to him. You will have peace through him.  WARNING:  He may not answer or solve your problem the way you want him to. Next time we’ll talk about what you need to keep in mind through your pain. Until then, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

Walt GS.