What man MUST do

 Genesis 4: 9-10

King James Version

9 And the Lord said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother? 

And he said, I know not: Am I my brother's keeper?

10 And he said, What hast thou done? 

the voice of thy brother's blood 

crieth unto me from the ground.

That's probably one of the most haunting verses ever.

It should haunt, and frighten, every one of us who live in this world.

When GOD demands, "What hast thou done?", we should tremble.

And when He says, "the voice of thy brother's blood crieth unto me from the ground", we will not know where to hide.

Our thoughts, words, and deeds are laid bare before the LORD.

He created all, knows all, and sees all.

In a world gone mad -- no thanks to Satan -- we have all gone about our ways.

Many think nothing of taking another person's life, whether it's that of an unborn child's, or a perceived enemy.

Do all of us have blood on our hands?

Perhaps.

Every time we condone atrocious acts of others, we are part and party to their crime.

Every time we think of war, not peace, we are part of the consequences, too.

Every time we hatch plans against another, are we not endangering their lives, and our souls?

Every time we convince others to be part of our evil "cause", we include them in our crime.

And every time we hate our brothers, apostle John states:

1 John 3:15

King James Version

15 Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: 

and ye know that no murderer 

hath eternal life abiding in him.

Man does not know peace, because he does not know JESUS.

Only the PRINCE of PEACE can teach us peace.

He has lived a life of peace.

He was a Lamb taken to slaughter.

Through His blood, at the cross, He became our trespass offering.

Through the life He lived, we now know how to live, too.

Through His example, we have no more excuse to sin.

He conquered death, sin, and the devil.

All because GOD sent JESUS to save us.

That's how much the LORD loves us.

John 3:16-17

King James Version

16 For God so loved the world, 

that he gave his only begotten Son, 

that whosoever believeth in him 

should not perish, but have everlasting life.

17 For God sent not his Son into the world 

to condemn the world; 

but that the world through him 

might be saved.

Despite our willfulness, GOD continues to love us.

Every day we're alive is an opportunity to love GOD, to know JESUS, to know GOD's will, to obey His commands, and to love others.

JESUS showed us how.

We have the perfect pattern in CHRIST.

We cannot continue as we do now, acting wildly, hypocritically, and not thinking about the gravity of our actions.

Our souls are at stake.

And yet, GOD's invitation for eternal life, is just there for the taking.

Why do we refuse so?

Has Satan corrupted us so much, we can barely think?

Has he so clouded our thinking, we are totally lost?

Has he set his claws upon us, our souls are crushed?

Self cannot do it.

We don't have the power for change.

We need JESUS.

John 15:5

King James Version

5 I am the vine, ye are the branches: 

He that abideth in me, and I in him, 

the same bringeth forth much fruit: 

for without me ye can do nothing.

He commands we be "born again", that GOD's SPIRIT may be in us.

John 3:3-8

King James Version

3 Jesus answered and said unto him, 

Verily, verily, I say unto thee, 

Except a man be born again, 

he cannot see the kingdom of God.

4 Nicodemus saith unto him, 

How can a man be born when he is old? 

can he enter the second time 

into his mother's womb, and be born?

5 Jesus answered, 

Verily, verily, I say unto thee, 

Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, 

he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.

6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh; 

and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.

7 Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again.

8 The wind bloweth where it listeth, 

and thou hearest the sound thereof, 

but canst not tell whence it cometh, and whither it goeth: 

so is every one that is born of the Spirit.

I delight in the HOLY SPIRIT.

He makes me understand Scripture.

He tells me everything about CHRIST.

He explains GOD's commandments clearly.

When you're born again, you do not question GOD's laws.

You stick close to Him, as a child would.

Obedience to GOD becomes 

your ONLY nature.

The world ceases to seize you.

The world has no more hold over you.

The world's lies are totally exposed before you.

You cannot be derailed from your path anymore.

Your desire is eternal life with JESUS.

You walk the path with the King of Kings:

John 14:6

King James Version

6 Jesus saith unto him, 

I am the way, the truth, and the life: 

no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

Matthew 7:13-14

King James Version

13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: 

for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, 

that leadeth to destruction, 

and many there be which go in thereat:

14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, 

which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.

Matthew 16:24-26

King James Version

24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, 

If any man will come after me, 

let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.

25 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: 

and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.

26 For what is a man profited, 

if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? 

or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?

In a cursed, weary, wicked, and wanton world, the way is clear.

Just FOLLOW JESUS.

He is the WAY.

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On media BIAS

JESUS told His disciples: 

Matthew 10:22

King James Version

22 And ye shall be hated of all men 

for my name's sake: 

but he that endureth to the end 

shall be saved.

In this 22-minute video, it was noted that Israel is losing its public relations war with social media.

Does it matter so much how the world perceives Israel?

Doesn't she answer to GOD alone?

Hasn't the world made up its mind about Israel already?

Sure, there's an information war going on against Israel.

But ought she be surprised?

She was never loved, except by GOD.

And many don't care for the LORD.

Many have gone astray, as well.

Satan has done his work in distancing man, from GOD.

And the Jews have always been the enemy's favorite target.

CHRIST's enemy is known by this name, too:

Ephesians 2:2

King James Version

2 Wherein in time past 

ye walked according to the course of this world, 

according to the prince of the power of the air, 

the spirit that now worketh 

in the children of disobedience:

In this world, Satan lords over the "air waves".

That's legacy/old media for you.

Forget justice, and fairness.

He spews his lies, and deception.

What greater attack than towards Israel?

You can know who is for GOD, by the work they do.

It they set information right about besieged Israel, you'd know they're for CHRIST.

And that they honor the Jews.

Who's really gotten terrible "publicity" these days.

We imagine Satan foaming in the mouth, as he attacks Israel, through his many minions.

Is it any surprise?

Acts of desperation, folks.

Revelation 12:12

King James Version

12 Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, 

and ye that dwell in them. 

Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! 

for the devil is come down unto you, 

having great wrath, because he knoweth 

that he hath but a short time.

Let's not be surprised, this hatred for the Jews.

"Bought" media will never acknowledge the atrocities of  October 7.

Expect no support, nor sympathy.

Expect no real understanding.

JESUS knew that, from the beginning.

JESUS is a Jew.

He knew what He was up against.

Especially He wanted to redeem His people.

JESUS warned His disciples:

Matthew 10:22

King James Version

22 And ye shall be hated of all men 

for my name's sake: 

but he that endureth to the end 

shall be saved.

But He also declared:

John 4:22

King James Version

22 Ye worship ye know not what: 

we know what we worship: 

for salvation is of the Jews.

Apostle Paul puts things in perspective, too:

Romans 1:16-17

King James Version

16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: 

for it is the power of God unto salvation 

to every one that believeth; 

to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.

17 For therein is the righteousness of God 

revealed from faith to faith: 

as it is written, 

The just shall live by faith.

Gentiles who attack Israel have no idea their salvation is inextricably linked with unbelieving Jews.

Romans 11:15

King James Version

15 For if the casting away of them be 

the reconciling of the world, 

what shall the receiving of them be, 

but life from the dead?

Romans 11:31

King James Version

31 Even so have these also now not believed, 

that through your mercy 

they also may obtain mercy.

Romans 11:28

King James Version

28 As concerning the gospel, 

they are enemies for your sakes: 

but as touching the election, 

they are beloved for the father's sakes.

Anyone who cannot see the suffering of Israel -- attacked on seven fronts outside, and one from within -- has got to have bought into Satan's deception, and illusion.

And yet, tiny Israel survives all that onslaught.

Not just because she is brave, smart, and has great survival skills.

It's primarily because she is GOD's chosen nation:

Deuteronomy 7:6 

King James Version

6 For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God: 

the Lord thy God hath chosen thee 

to be a special people unto himself, 

above all people that are upon the face of the earth.

Deuteronomy 7:7 

King James Version

7 The Lord did not set his love upon you, 

nor choose you, 

because ye were more in number than any people; 

for ye were the fewest of all people:

Isaiah 43:21 

King James Version

21 This people have I formed for myself; 

they shall shew forth my praise.

In its simplest analysis, all that GOD loves, Satan hates.

And the latter is hell-bent on Israel's total destruction.

As if that would ever occur.

There will ALWAYS be a REMNANT.

If you're born again, you'd know Israel is loved by GOD.

What, then, should Israel do, in the midst of all this hatred, and misinformation?

JESUS waits for her to do one thing:

Matthew 23:39

King James Version

39 For I say unto you, 

Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, 

Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord.

The LORD waits for Israel to acknowledge He is the MESSIAH.

That He has come, and will come again.

At the moment, Israel remains "blind".

But it is for GOD's perfect purpose.

Romans 11:25

King James Version

25 For I would not, brethren, 

that ye should be ignorant of this mystery, 

lest ye should be wise in your own conceits; 

that blindness in part is happened to Israel, 

until the fulness of the Gentiles be come in.

Romans 11:32

King James Version

32 For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, 

that he might have mercy upon all.

Romans 11:30

King James Version

30 For as ye in times past have not believed God, 

yet have now obtained mercy through their unbelief:

In these end times, Israel must acknowledge JESUS as the Messiah.

It's the only way she can have peace.

She must also focus on these:

John 3:5-7

King James Version

5 Jesus answered, 

Verily, verily, I say unto thee, 

Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, 

he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.

6 That which is born of the flesh is flesh; 

and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.

7 Marvel not that I said unto thee, 

Ye must be born again.

Colossians 3:1-2

King James Version

3 If ye then be risen with Christ, 

seek those things which are above, 

where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.

2 Set your affection on things above, 

not on things on the earth.

1 John 4:4

King James Version

4 Ye are of God, little children, 

and have overcome them: 

because greater is he that is in you, 

than he that is in the world.

Israel ought to be relieved she is not loved by the world.

1 John 2:16

King James Version

16 For all that is in the world,

the lust of the flesh, 

and the lust of the eyes, 

and the pride of life, 

is not of the Father, 

but is of the world.

She must not be concerned how the world paints her.

It's all "cosmetic", these things of the press, and media.

(And let's not forget whose payroll they're on.)

One day you're loved.

Another day, you're deplorable.

One day you're "hot".

Another day, you've become old news.

So, do you create some new controversy?

Do you want to keep feeding the vulture mill?

Do you want to be famous, or infamous?

Do you believe in "any news is better than no news"?

Does it matter what the world thinks?

Can you correct such thinking?

Why would you want to be part of such insanity?

With rampant digitalization of media, expect more unfairness.

Now, anyone, and everyone can spew their "two-cents" worth.

And it was never about honoring GOD, or His chosen nation.

Forget monitoring what the world thinks of you.

What does GOD think of you?

Remain with CHRIST, Israel.

Acknowledge your LORD!

Be not perturbed with the world.

Know its true nature, as well as that of man.

Lose no sleep 

over how you are perceived.

There is no truth in that, and in the world.

It's all subjective anyway.

Why be caught up in it?

Cultivate a SOUND mind -- care for CHRIST instead.

Believe in the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

The world is insane, and will remain so, until JESUS returns.

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CITIES of REFUGE vs sanctuary cities

 

Psalm 127:1

King James Version

127 Except the Lord build the house, 

they labour in vain that build it: 

except the Lord keep the city, 

the watchman waketh but in vain.

There seems to be some confusion in the world.

Not surprising, for Satan's known to be a "copycat".

He's also known to twist things, to suit his sin agenda.

I thank SPIRIT, and Scripture, in guiding me to write this.

We shall differentiate "cities of refuge" from "sanctuary cities".

"Cities of refuge" can be found in the Old Testament.

It is by GOD's mandate.

"Sanctuary cities" are through man's policy.

Here's how the Bible describes "cities of refuge".

Numbers 35:9-12

King James Version

9 And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying,

10 Speak unto the children of Israel, 

and say unto them, 

When ye be come over Jordan 

into the land of Canaan;

11 Then ye shall appoint you cities 

to be cities of refuge for you; 

that the slayer may flee thither, 

which killeth any person at unawares.

12 And they shall be unto you 

cities for refuge from the avenger; 

that the manslayer die not, 

until he stand before the congregation 

in judgment.

Numbers 35:13-14

King James Version

13 And of these cities which ye shall give 

six cities shall ye have for refuge.

14 Ye shall give three cities on this side Jordan, 

and three cities shall ye give in the land of Canaan, 

which shall be cities of refuge.

Numbers 35:15

King James Version

15 These six cities shall be a refuge, 

both for the children of Israel, 

and for the stranger, 

and for the sojourner among them: 

that every one that killeth any person unawares 

may flee thither.

Numbers 35:25

King James Version

25 And the congregation shall deliver the slayer 

out of the hand of the revenger of blood, 

and the congregation shall restore him 

to the city of his refuge, whither he was fled: 

and he shall abide in it 

unto the death of the high priest, 

which was anointed with the holy oil.

Numbers 35:26-28

King James Version

26 But if the slayer shall at any time 

come without the border of the city of his refuge, 

whither he was fled;

27 And the revenger of blood find him 

without the borders of the city of his refuge, 

and the revenger of blood kill the slayer; 

he shall not be guilty of blood:

28 Because he should have remained 

in the city of his refuge 

until the death of the high priest: 

but after the death of the high priest 

the slayer shall return 

into the land of his possession.

Numbers 35:29

King James Version

29 So these things shall be 

for a statute of judgment unto you 

throughout your generations 

in all your dwellings.

Numbers 35:33-34

King James Version

33 So ye shall not pollute the land wherein ye are: 

for blood it defileth the land: 

and the land cannot be cleansed of the blood 

that is shed therein, 

but by the blood of him that shed it.

34 Defile not therefore the land 

which ye shall inhabit, wherein I dwell: 

or I the Lord dwell among the children of Israel.

More on "cities of refuge" from Joshua 20 KJV.

In comparison, "sanctuary cities" are described here:

"A sanctuary city is a municipality that limits or denies its cooperation with the national government in enforcing immigration law."

"A city's council and mayor will usually declare itself a sanctuary city and subsequently enact measures and policies that are welcoming and favorable to illegal immigrants. Sanctuary cities undertake the responsibilities of receiving and processing an influx of illegal immigrants, and providing services and resources for them to acclimate and live in the country and communities in which they arrive."

"The sanctuary city movement took place in the 1980s to challenge the US government's refusal to grant asylum to certain Central American refugees.[17] These asylum seekers were arriving from countries in Central America like El Salvador and Guatemala that were politically unstable."

-- Wikipedia

Right there, you can see sanctuary cities' "rebellious" nature.

They would not necessarily cooperate with the national government, especially regarding "immigration".

That's dangerous, and doesn't make sense.

It's as if they've become mini-states.

President Trump's first mandate was "border security".

The previous administration had let in over a million illegal immigrants, most of them criminals.

If it was not so serious, it wouldn't be the president's first mandate.

Sanctuary cities in America have been known to harbor illegal aliens, and criminals.

All who "knowingly" have committed a crime.

It is treasonous that Biden and Kamala have allowed this atrocity upon the citizens of America.

Now, Trump has to clean up after them.

With GOD's "cities of refuge", it's a place for "manslayers" who have committed it "unawares".

But they will still be judged by the congregation.

For their safety, they best remain within the city of refuge, until the high priest dies.

After which, they need to return to their original city.

With "sanctuary cities", the host city may, or may not KNOWINGLY be harboring criminals.

But if they do, that makes it TWICE the CRIME.

Biden and Kamala -- both lawyers, and their attorney generals should have known better.

Or maybe they did, and just pursued their left, woke, and DEI agenda.

President Trump and his border czar, Tom Homan, don't look lightly upon sanctuary cities harboring "fugitives".

They have to be deported, and/or answer for their crimes.

Precisely why newly-confirmed U.S. attorney general, Pam Bondi, has been tasked with these sanctuary cities.

Here's the warning she gave today.

It is one of the toughest jobs, securing one's borders, but it's got to be done under Trump's "watch".

Let us all pray for the success of Trump's policies, that America be safe again.

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The MIRACLE child

 Psalm 27:10

King James Version

10 When my father and my mother forsake me, 

then the Lord will take me up.

I was studying something on Qatar early this morning, when SPIRIT led me to a particular section about a premature baby being abandoned at Doha airport:

"On 2 October 2020, Qatari authorities strip-searched 13 Australian women on a plane at Hamad International Airport over a premature baby found in a bathroom at the terminal. This caused an international incident with Australia."

-- Wikipedia

So I looked deeper, being appalled at such a report.

It turned out the baby came from Asian parents, except it seemed they had an "illicit" affair.

The father's identity was revealed from a DNA test.

It seems Qatar requires migrant workers to submit themselves to blood samples.

The mother had wrapped her baby in a plastic bag, thrown the poor child in a bin, "under the garbage', and left it in an airport bathroom.

Obviously, she wanted the child to die, and remain undiscovered.

Hoping she'd be free of the child forever.

Thing is, she texted the father that she was going to "dump" the baby.

It is possible this was from a combination of fear, anger, and panic.

Surely, from the text to the father, her identity was established.

But she had fled.

Criminal charges have been filed against her.

I have not updated myself on her whereabouts, or if she's been found at all, but perhaps I'll look into it.

As GOD would have it, the baby was found by authorities, and given the care she needed.

I was looking for an update on the child's condition today -- four years after -- but had found nothing yet.

But GOD made the baby girl survive, despite the abject conditions she was put in.

She truly is a "miracle" child.

Another layer to this incident was what many women had to go through, as authorities quickly "hunted" for whoever the mother is.

Women were "rounded" up, from several flights, to their great terror.

Understandable, as they saw authorities with guns who boarded the planes.

They thought they were being kidnapped, or something.

What more when they were taken to ambulances to be examined if they had "given birth".

And while being examined, their mind raced with "what ifs".

What if the female doctor "decided" they were the mother?

What was foolproof?

They were in another country.

They got really scared.

It was PURE trauma alright.

To this day, their trauma remains.

They filed suit, but as of April 2024, the Australian women were unsuccessful in getting the response they wanted from Qatar officials.

They felt humiliated, "invaded", and terrorized.

From one couple's "sin", many were caught in their web of trouble.

Being born again helps us become aware of sin, and its consequences.

Knowing GOD's laws help us live acceptable lives to the LORD.

And to live rightly with others.

A born again will flee from sin.

And thus, avoid dragging others into it.

My heart really goes to those who can't speak for themselves.

Such as this newborn baby who was unwanted, and "dumped".

We, born again, are here in behalf of the LORD JESUS.

Who would want us to speak for them.

We really must care for the "little" ones.

It is all our duty to do so.

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A BETTER world

 

Galatians 3:26-29

King James Version

26 For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.

27 For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ 

have put on Christ.

28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, 

there is neither bond nor free, 

there is neither male nor female: 

for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed, 

and heirs according to the promise.

We could all use a better world.

A kinder, sweeter, more compassionate, and humane world.

Where there are no corrupt governments.

No abusive officials, and wasteful programs.

Where all have a home, and country, to be safe in.

Where there's love in the family.

Where there's food on the table.

Where there's peace at home.

Where there's worthwhile work.

Where there's love, and respect, for all.

Where all cooperate, for the good of all.

I long, dream, work, and pray for such a time.

All this is possible, if we have GOD.

He set the rules.

All we have to do, is follow them.

JESUS showed us how.

But oftentimes, man deviates, thinking he knows better.

Most of all, CHRIST's enemy corrupts us at every turn.

He always tries to undo, or sabotage, GOD's plans for us.

I said he "tries", for the enemy doesn't necessarily succeed.

We cannot change the world.

But we can change our thinking.

We can change the terrible within.

We can focus on GOD, for a change.

We can be born again, for one.

All I'm able to tell you, comes from being born again.

GOD's SPIRIT teaches me everything I need to know.

Such as the stuff below:

May we never forget GOD created us.

Genesis 1:27

King James Version

27 So God created man in his own image, 

in the image of God created he him; 

male and female created he them.

May we never forget He gave us the breath of life.

Genesis 2:7

King James Version

7 And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, 

and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; 

and man became a living soul.

May we never forget He makes everything possible.

Matthew 19:26

King James Version

26 But Jesus beheld them, 

and said unto them, 

With men this is impossible; 

but with God all things are possible.

May we never forget we are totally reliant on JESUS.

John 15:5

King James Version

5 I am the vine, 

ye are the branches: 

He that abideth in me, and I in him, 

the same bringeth forth much fruit: 

for without me ye can do nothing.

May we never forget SPIRIT is the Source of TRUTH about JESUS.

John 15:26 

King James Version

26 But when the Comforter is come, 

whom I will send unto you from the Father, 

even the Spirit of truth, 

which proceedeth from the Father, 

he shall testify of me:

May we never forget JESUS conquered sin, and death, for us.

Hebrews 2:14 

King James Version

14 Forasmuch then as the children 

are partakers of flesh and blood, 

he also himself likewise took part of the same; 

that through death he might destroy him 

that had the power of death, 

that is, the devil;

Every day is a chance to do better.

To think better.

To love better.

To know GOD more.

But we can only succeed, if we are CHRIST-like.

Unless we follow JESUS, we will fail.

Unless we are born again, we cannot be taught by SPIRIT.

Unless we love GOD, we kid ourselves.

Unless we are teachable, we will never learn.

Unless we're so tired of how the world is, we would never want change.

We are all like wildflowers.

Swaying with the wind.

Having different breeds.

Having different colors.

Having different lives.

Having different heights.

Having different qualities.

And yet, the GOOD LORD made us all.

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