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Clough
Apr 23, 2010, 10:42 PM
Hi, All!

Okay. So the present moment is all that we have. In an instant it's gone. And, then another moment arrives. To me, we really don't have any control. Sure, we have the freedom to choose, but God is the one in charge.

Is there any point to worrying about the next day if we truly believe that God has a plan and is going to take care of us?

I would appreciate your thoughts and advice concerning that.

I'm really working on myself; trying to get out of my selfishness and just let God take control.

However, that's really a tough thing to do!

I'm really trying to learn what the Word of God has to say about that...

Thanks!

TUT317
Apr 24, 2010, 03:22 AM
Hi, All!

Okay. So the present moment is all that we have. In an instant it's gone. And, then another moment arrives. To me, we really don't have any control. Sure, we have the freedom to choose, but God is the one in charge.

Is there any point to worrying about the next day if we truly believe that God has a plan and is going to take care of us?

I would appreciate your thoughts and advice concerning that.

I'm really working on myself; trying to get out of my selfishness and just let God take control.

However, that's really a tough thing to do!

I'm really trying to learn what the Word of God has to say about that...

Thanks!


Hi Clough,

Good question. I wish I knew the answer.

Determinism is the view that God determines all human action. There is no free will. This is an extreme formulation which most people would reject in favour of a combination of determinism and free will. This is subject to volumes of debate but I would say that most people believe that God does not assert his power over individual free will. This idea falls in line with a type of compatibility theory.

This is not my position. I go along with Spinoza because I am a strong determinist. Others would disagree with this position. Spinoza says that no one acts out of inclination or chance; all action is determined by past experience and by the state of the laws of nature at that moment in time.

In this regard it makes sense for Spinoza to say that nothing is good or bad in itself, but only in relation to someone or something. This really amounts to saying that things change for good or bad depending on how events unfold. We don't have control over these events.

It is possible that we feel selfish because things are going well at the moment. We may have a different attitude if things change for the worse. Are we to live out lives going from one extreme to the other depending upon circumstances?

Spinoza's philosophy can be seen as a possible guidance which provides the opportunity for people to try and avoid fear, anxiety and unhappiness by not becoming slaves to our emotions. Easier said than done.

I guess Spinoza is saying that we need to become consistent with our emotions. We need to accept that we cannot control. Events will unfold with or without us. We need to deal with the things that confronts us. Again, easier said than done.

Regards

Tut

450donn
Apr 24, 2010, 06:59 AM
There is no reason to worry about the things you cannot do anything about. God has a plan and while he has told us his plans for the future, he has NOT told us the timing. So why worry about it as long as you are following God you are secure in where you will be at the end of all this.
Now if you are asking about day to day living issues? That is a different story, sort of.
God is still in control, so why worry about it?
If I were to give you our entire story for the last 30 months you would not believe how we could not help but be on drugs, but we aren't. We had total peace during the whole time.

Clough
Apr 24, 2010, 09:04 AM
Hi Clough,

Good question. I wish I knew the answer.

Determinism is the view that God determines all human action. There is no free will. This is an extreme formulation which most people would reject in favour of a combination of determinism and free will. This is subject to volumes of debate but I would say that most people believe that God does not assert his power over individual free will. This idea falls in line with a type of compatibility theory.

This is not my position. I go along with Spinoza because I am a strong determinist. Others would disagree with this position. Spinoza says that no one acts out of inclination or chance; all action is determined by past experience and by the state of the laws of nature at that moment in time.

In this regard it makes sense for Spinoza to say that nothing is good or bad in itself, but only in relation to someone or something. This really amounts to saying that things change for good or bad depending on how events unfold. We don't have control over these events.

It is possible that we feel selfish because things are going well at the moment. We may have a different attitude if things change for the worse. Are we to live out lives going from one extreme to the other depending upon circumstances?

Spinoza's philosophy can be seen as a possible guidance which provides the opportunity for people to try and avoid fear, anxiety and unhappiness by not becoming slaves to our emotions. Easier said than done.

I guess Spinoza is saying that we need to become consistent with our emotions. We need to accept that we cannot control. Events will unfold with or without us. We need to deal with the things that confronts us. Again, easier said than done.

Regards

Tut

Hi, Tut!

I like your answer from the philosophical perspective. And, I greatly enjoy phylosophy! However, I was looking for answers in the Christian sense as outlined in the Word as presented by God in the Holy Bible. Straight-up and fundamental.

Was not looking for some type of phylosophycal debate. Just straight answers. I am a very troubled person in my life right now.

If a debate happens on this thread, or it veers off-topic, then I'll ask that the thread either be closed or deleted immediately.

Thanks!

Clough
Apr 24, 2010, 09:06 AM
There is no reason to worry about the things you cannot do anything about. God has a plan and while he has told us his plans for the future, he has NOT told us the timing. So why worry about it as long as you are following God you are secure in where you will be at the end of all this.
Now if you are asking about day to day living issues? That is a different story, sort of.
God is still in control, so why worry about it?
If I were to give you our entire story for the last 30 months you would not believe how we could not help but be on drugs, but we aren't. We had total peace during the whole time.

I am now working everyday, asking for God to guide my ways...

Thanks!

dwashbur
Apr 24, 2010, 10:37 AM
I am now working everyday, asking for God to guide my ways...

Thanks!

I'm in a position of some turmoil right now. We just moved, but at the same time we lost our income due to an injury that required surgery. So for the next few months I have no idea what's going to happen. The Bible is sort of equivocal on the subject, because on the one hand it says that God takes care of sparrows and we're worth much more than they are, but on the other hand it says we're responsible for our actions etc. So a good approach, at least for me, is to make my plans, move ahead with them, but always leave some wiggle room in case God has a different idea.

As for God taking care of us, ages ago I decided that my life verses in that area are Proverbs 30:7-9. So far, he's been faithful to answer that prayer (especially the part about not giving me wealth!).

If you have some time to read, Garry Friesen's book Decision Making and the Will of God is the best treatment of the topic I've ever seen.

sohotitsscary
Apr 24, 2010, 10:50 AM
God just lays it out for us to play it out, he is the guide we need he not going to hold your hand for it all but he will always have a hand out for us to hold on to :)

jakester
Apr 24, 2010, 01:05 PM
Clough - man, this is a difficult subject to deal with because as I see it, there are layers to what you are asking.

First off, I'm going to hang it right out there and suggest to you that worry or anxiety in of itself isn't evil. Jesus was extremely anxious in the face of his impending death while in the garden. If God were to rebuke Jesus for being worried in the face of an incredible death such as his, I don't think I'd be interested in that kind of God. Worry is sometimes the most rational thing we can do as human beings. Imagine yourself being a hostage to the Taliban. They are interrogating you and stand over you with machetes. I'd love to see one Christian who wouldn't be worried and if I could take the one I find's blood pressure and see that it was normal, I'd like to know whether that person was insane or not. You get my point.

Secondly, to me I think the statement Jesus makes about not worrying has more to do with an invitation to repent and receive eternal life than it does with a mere proposition for good, Christian living. Consider the following in Matthew 6:

31“Therefore do not be anxious, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' 32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”

Now, I only quoted 3 verses, but the entire context is one that is richly redemptive in nature. See all of the admonitions Jesus lays out:

1) Pray with sincerity vs praying out of hypocrisy
2) Forgive others and God will forgive you
3) Lay up treasures in heaven vs treasures on earth
4) Choose one master – money or God... but you cannot serve both.

Jesus is altogether making the case to be a real, genuine follower of God, not one who pretends to be. A real child of God is forgiving, not unmerciful. A real child of God prays to God out of sincerity, not to impress others. A real child of God is concerned with a life built for the kingdom of God, not a life built upon earth. A real child of God is one who sees that God is the one who holds his life in his hand, not one who feels his own life is totally dependent upon his own control. To be anxious for your life the way Jesus means it (in my estimation) is to really believe that God is either not there at all or is not good. But Jesus says that it comes down to our priority of life. What is it that we really want? Do we want eternal life or just bread? Life in the Kingdom of Heaven or J Crew jeans? It's absurd, I know, but isn't that what Jesus is trying to say?

Let me try to tie together what I have said with something else. I have tried to argue that ultimately we must not worry only about things in this life. Jesus' words are more about seeing our need for the mercy of God rather than just food alone. Yes, we need food and clothing, etc. but not nearly as bad as we need mercy. We have to have eyes to see that our biggest need in this life isn't whether I get the job I need or not but whether in the end God will be merciful to me or not.

Beyond that, life in this world is coming to grips with that reality. What are you worried for? Are you worried for a job? Are you worried for a bill that is due? Are you worried for a child who is sick? Whatever your circumstances, sometimes those worries are good because it means that you take things seriously enough to care. But the helplessness that you feel may be useful in the hands of God to make you see that “man does not live off bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the hand of God.” Maybe you are alive to that reality a little more through this.

To me, I am always struck by what the Apostle Paul once said:
“I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

In the face of the joys and adversities of life, Paul is saying that it is God who was instructing him in all of those things. God brought him low and raised him up. God fed him and made him go hungry; God gave him abundance and robbed him of everything. But whatever it was that God gave to Paul, God allowed him to be remain steadfast. In the blessings, he didn't lose perspective and get big-headed…he recognized the good hand of God upon him. In the times when he lacked, he didn't lose sight of the goodness of God. Only the Spirit of God can allow Paul to do both. May we all experience the same grace and wisdom of God in our lives, too.

What are your thoughts, Clough? I would love to hear them.

classyT
Apr 24, 2010, 04:03 PM
Actually, I believe worry is a sin. It is the sin of unbelief. Whether it is worrying about your family, finances, health... it doesn't matter. The underlying cause of worry is unbelief. AND unfortunately I do it way too much.

Jesus told us not to worry. He actually said it does absolutely nothing for us. It doesn't make ANY situation better.

For ME worrying is like a torment. I HATE it. I actually can make myself sick.

The Apostle Paul says: Phillippians 4:6-7
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done
Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

I don't mean to throw scriptures all the time but sometimes we need to get those scriptures out concerning worry and read them and REMIND ourselves of what the LORD has said. And always pray for help!! The Lord remembers we are just dust and he takes pity on us. He loves us so much. :) If only we understood how much.

I have to encourage myself in Lord and also when I am tempted to worry... I go back in my mind and recount all the things I previously worried about and how HE helped me through and worked it all out. I am always amazed and it renews my trust and faith. It is good to keep a journal even so you don't forget.

dwashbur
Apr 24, 2010, 07:23 PM
Actually, I believe worry is a sin. It is the sin of unbelief. Whether it is worrying about your family, finances, health....it doesn't matter. The underlying cause of worry is unbelief. AND unfortunatley I do it way too much.

Jesus told us not to worry. He actually said it does absolutely nothing for us. It doesn't make ANY situation better.


I agree that it doesn't help, and I agree that you do it too much - I mean, I do it too much :D But I don't consider it a sin. It is, however, a waste of time and energy. James has the right idea:

13 Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.” 14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. 15 Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.” (Jas 4:13)

Now, if I can just get a handle on doing that consistently...

classyT
Apr 24, 2010, 09:04 PM
Dave, ( buddy ol pal)
Worry is because of mistrust or not believing that God will do what he says:
Take a look at what happened to the 12 that were sent to check out the promised land. 10 came back scareTa death, said they were mere "grasshoppers" compared to the "GIANTS".This unbelief from the 10 caused worry and doubt for the children of Israel. But GOD told had ALREADY TOLD them to go and take it. Kind of funny I don't recall the names of the 10 " worry warts"... but I DO recall the names of the 2 that believed God... Caleb and Joshua. They came back with the mentality of "let's roll". Unfortunately... the majority made a huge impact. Worry, fear and unbelief kept ALL of them in the wilderness for another 40 years.

AND... unbelief is the ONLY thing the Lord can't work with. You are not believing God when you are wringing your hands with doubt.

Why do we worry? Seriously,. THINK about it? It is because we really do not completely BELIEVE God at HIS word. IS it forgiveable?. YES!. but it is none the less a sin. God sets before us Life and death and says... CHOOSE life. WORRY is NOT choosing life. It is closing your eyes, PICKING LIFE and hoping and sweating, doubting you picked it right. You don't really believe GOD.

For without faith it is IMPOSSIBLE to please God. Worry is the exact opposite of faith.

The LORD JESUS never ever worried. How can the God of the Universe, who IS the Alpha and the Omega worry? IMPOSSIBLE! Why? It is mistrust in GOD. He was however, under a STESS NO human ever has nor will be. ( he sweated great drops of blood.. check it out in the world of medicine) Why?. Because he knew he'd be crucified?. NO WAY!. but because he KNEW he'd be made SIN for us. We will NEVER know what that even means. He wasn't worried... he wasn't fearful... HE was fully man and fully God and he UNDERSTOOD what that meant. We can NEVER comprehend it.

sorry... got a bit of topic... but heck at least you can't say I'm not passionate about it. Worry and unbelief are COUSINS at best. Check it out: But the fearful, and UBELIEVING, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire... Revelation 21:8

Now having quoted that verse I am in NO way implying that someone who worries ( LIKE ME) is going to the lake of fire... BUT I am saying that worry is a type of unbelief. We should take it more SERIOUS.. it isn't OK .It isn't just the normal thing to do. WE ( Christians) have JESUS!! AND the LORD himself told us NOT to. If he says don't do it then it IS a sin. He offers US HIS peace which passes understanding instead. How COOL is THAT?? ( I set before you life and death) choose HIS PEACE it is LIFE. Ever heard of anyone peacing themselves to death? NO. sorry that's the way I see it.

BTW.. I haven't arrived... I'm still a work in process. But I call a spade a spade.

Clough
Apr 24, 2010, 09:36 PM
Hey, Everyone!

I asked the original question about in the personal sense. Not about wars, groups of people, etc.

Please don't get into some very involved and complicated exegesis as to what it's about. It really was just a personal question. That was the intent of this thread.

It was meant for personal reflection, not a debate as to what is the right way or wrong way.

I don't understand everything there is about it Biblically, but would really just like to keep it simple and from the heart, not so much from the mind.

Sure, we do need to think about it. But, thinking too much has gotten many a person in trouble with God.

God doesn't ask us to understand everything, but to have faith!

Peace Be With You!

Thanks!

dwashbur
Apr 24, 2010, 10:17 PM
Hey, Everyone!

I asked the original question about in the personal sense. Not about wars, groups of people, etc.

Please don't get into some very involved and complicated exegesis as to what it's about. It really was just a personal question. That was the intent of this thread.

It was meant for personal reflection, not a debate as to what is the right way or wrong way.

I don't understand everything there is about it Biblically, but would really just like to keep it simple and from the heart, not so much from the mind.

Sure, we do need to think about it. But, thinking too much has gotten many a person in trouble with God.

God doesn't ask us to understand everything, but to have faith!

Peace Be With You!

Thanks!

Howdy,
Classy and I have been going back and forth like this ever since I joined this board, and trust me, it's all in fun. Hopefully we've given you some answers, or at least some places to start looking for answers, in the process.

Clough
Apr 24, 2010, 10:34 PM
I'm a simple-minded person...

arcura
Apr 24, 2010, 11:21 PM
Clough,
I go along with the prayer of St. Teresa of Avila on that...
"Never worry, never fear. All things are passing. Only God matters."
Peace and kindness,
Fred

Clough
Apr 24, 2010, 11:28 PM
That's the best answer yet, arcura! :)

I can understand it without being confused because of too much information and having to work a lot to figure out exactly what's being said!

Thanks!

arcura
Apr 24, 2010, 11:36 PM
Clough,
I glad that it was helpful.
God bless you and your efforts,
Fred

I Newton
Apr 25, 2010, 05:45 AM
The Bible was written to inform us of our future and to keep on the look out for the signs of what is going to happen.

Should we "worry"? Not "worry" as such. But we do have to keep our mind on it and take note as the future unfolds.

Knowing the future allows us to build faith in what God tells us as it all unfolds before us.

If you do not know what signs he has given us you will not know if what he told us is happening.

If you do not know the signs you just continue on as if it means nothing.

Those that do not know the signs, do not know what the future holds and will not be part of God's great plan.

Imagine those that did not know the signs before the great flood !

If you do not know the signs, you will be washed away.

Keep your eyes on the future and keep testing that you know what the future holds

Clough
Apr 25, 2010, 12:10 PM
The Bible was written to inform us of our future and to keep on the look out for the signs of what is going to happen.

Should we "worry"? Not "worry" as such. but we do have to keep our mind on it and take note as the future unfolds.

Knowing the future allows us to build faith in what God tells us as it all unfolds before us.

If you do not know what signs he has given us you will not know if what he told us is happening.

If you do not know the signs you just continue on as if it means nothing.

Those that do not know the signs, do not know what the future holds and will not be part of God's great plan.

Imagine those that did not know the signs befoer the great flood !

If you do not know the signs, you will be washed away.

Keep your eyes on the future and keep testing that you know what the future holds

Hi, I Newton!

Worry (or, not to worry) day by day? That was basically the original question.

The furture? That's in the hands of God. Sure, we need to be prepared, every moment.

But, what about the worrying, day by day? What mindset should we have concerning that, if we already walk in the Light and Love of God on a daily basis?

Thanks!

Carl17
Apr 25, 2010, 12:14 PM
I believe that worrying is the root of all evil.

Let me explain.

Think about worrying. What's the first thing that pops into your head? Stress. Worrying and stress I think are closely related. By worrying about things you stress yourself out, so I believe that you should be as care-free as posibble, and not worry about what will happen. I'm not saying live out every day with no plan, there is a difference between planning, and worrying.

Clough
Apr 25, 2010, 12:23 PM
I believe that worrying is the root of all evil.

Let me explain.

Think about worrying. What's the first thing that pops into your head? Stress. Worrying and stress I think are closely related. By worrying about things you stress yourself out, so I believe that you should be as care-free as posibble, and not worry about what will happen. I'm not saying live out every day with no plan, there is a difference between planning, and worrying.

Hi, Carl17!

Where does God fit into that, please?

Thanks!

dwashbur
Apr 25, 2010, 01:18 PM
Hi, Carl17!

Where does God fit into that, please?

Thanks!

One thing I find useful it asking: what's the worst that can happen? In our current financial situation, for example, I ask myself: what can these people do to me?

Answer: not a blasted thing. I don't have anything important they can take, we don't have any income they can tap right now, they can be nuisances, nothing more. I can handle nuisances while trusting God to provide a way to get through this to the other side.

And if they kill me? I get to be with the Lord. So I win anyway.

I Newton
Apr 25, 2010, 03:46 PM
The future is in God's hands, but he has told us what is going to happen.

The Bible even says that God will do nothing that he has not already told us he will do, so if you know your Bible, you know what the future holds.

As for day to day problems we are told not to worry.

We are also told that we can handle anything this world can dish out to us, as long as you are walking with God.

We are told that death can also be an escape, e.g. Stephen's life being taken away by God before having to suffer the pain of stoning.

So we know the future of the world, we know not to worry about the day to day problems and we know that if we do as God says he will stand by us and that he will give us strength to handle anything this world can dish out.

SO, we should not worry.

If we do worry, it is because we do not trust God to protect us and give us strength.

If we do not trust God, we are not doing as God requires.

arcura
Apr 25, 2010, 03:56 PM
Yes worry can cause a lot of problems and faith can offset worry.
It is OK to be concerned. That is a big difference from worry.
Being concerned helps us grow, helps in raising a family and much more.
It even can help us stay or be health.
Peace and kindness,
Fred

Moparbyfar
Apr 26, 2010, 03:46 AM
The thought that immediately comes to my mind is in Matt 6:31-33
"31... never be anxious and say, ‘What are we to eat?’ or, ‘What are we to drink?’ or, ‘What are we to put on?’ 32 For all these are the things the nations are eagerly pursuing. For YOUR heavenly Father knows YOU need all these things.
33 “Keep on, then, seeking first the kingdom and his righteousness, and all these [other] things will be added to YOU." Classy covered vs 34 already :)

I Newton
Apr 26, 2010, 05:07 AM
I like it Mo. Thanks for that.

arcura
Apr 26, 2010, 06:42 PM
Moparbyfar,
That's a good one.
Thanks.
Peace and kindness,
Fred

Stringer
Apr 26, 2010, 07:19 PM
Clough, I believe that God would not want us to live in any fear of the future. He would want us to live our lives the best that we can and to the fullest at the moment although plan for the future. Be the best person that we can and to give where we can.

arcura
Apr 26, 2010, 09:13 PM
Stringer,
I believe you are right about that.
It's called being like Jesus, live as best you can, serve and be charitable.
Peace and kindness,
Fred

Clough
Apr 27, 2010, 12:57 AM
Clough, I believe that God would not want us to live in any fear of the future. He would want us to live our lives the best that we can and to the fullest at the moment although plan for the future. Be the best person that we can and to give where we can.

So, basically living in the Love of God?

arcura
Apr 27, 2010, 09:14 PM
Clough,
Yes...
Fred

Maggie 3
Apr 28, 2010, 04:25 PM
We all need the peace of God living in us. We do not get it from chance
Or circumstance or luck, it is a matter of choice. The peace of God dwelling and ruling in our heart and mind in an unshakable fashion.
It is unflinching, and unwavering no matter what happens. We cannot be off balance no matter what we face. Nobody alive has it all together,
And we cannot solve every problem and we cannot fix everbody.
Let's face it, God made us with needs. The truth is we weren't made
To be self-sufficient. WE are not adequate and cannot handle things in life
Alone because God did not equip us to handle life apart from Himself.
Paul teaches that when we feel anxious, we should consider it as a
Motivation to pray. When a time of testing comes, if prayer is not a
Part of your life style, you'er going to have a problem with anxieties.
Your life might be up or down, full of anxiety and fear instead of continuing peace in God. It is impossible to experience unshakable
Peace apart from a powerful prayer life. When Christ Jesus is our Savior
And we make our heavenly Father the Lord of our lives, nothing can cause
Us to panic. Because the answer to everything in life is living on the
Inside of us in th presence of the Holy Spirit. We have no reason to panic, no matter what the challenge. "We recongnize our Dependence
upon God, We cast our Burdens upon the Lord, WE place our Faith
in God".
"Be anxious for nothing, But in everthing by prayer and supplication,
with thankgiving, let your request be made known to God."
Phill. 4:6

Love and Blessings Maggie 3

arcura
Apr 28, 2010, 09:38 PM
Maggie 3,
Excellent advice.
Thanks,
Peace and kindness,
Fred

basani
Jan 10, 2012, 10:54 PM
My question is this why godwill create problems for human being why he can't keep happy the whole life

classyT
Jan 12, 2012, 07:04 AM
Basani,

God doesn't create problems for ANYone! He USES problems for us to grown but His original purpose and design for mankinds was to live in perfect peace and harmony. It was sin that came in and destroyed it. But we are given this promise from the Lord...

ALL things work together for good for the Christian. NOT that ALL things ARE good.. but they work out for good. It encourages me.

freeman4
Aug 8, 2013, 05:25 AM
Have you ever wondered what you would do if you woke up tomorrow and everything as you know it was gone. When we wake up every day we all expect to go the bath room, flip the switch and expect the electricity to come on. When we use the toilet we expect, when we push the handle for it to flush. We go to the kitchen to have our morning coffee. We expect to go to our automobiles, get into them, turn the ignition and the automobile will start. When we go to the Grocery Store we expect to go in and buy groceries with no problem. But what if?




What if all of these essentials were not available when we are so use to them? No Coffee to drink, no sodas and no food to buy. People had to do without those commodities in the past and they made it just fine. But for this generation to be without the essentials they are use to would be catastrophetic to say the least.




How many have ever used an out door Toilet? There are many who have never seen one, much less used one. Most every one can go the kitchen and get something to eat anytime they want. And there are many who do not have enough food to eat and wonder where their next meal will come from. Those who have just about everything they need would never dream of another life style experience nor would they give it a second thought. They never stop to think that what is described could be their way of life in the very near future.




People are going too and fro and are not paying attention as to what is occurring in our Nation and around the World. But those who are, are trying to prepare for what is coming the best way they know how. So many warnings are given and people are not heeding those warnings and they will be caught in a trap. So many claim to know Jesus Christ and claim to follow Him, but do they? Do they really know what His warnings are and for what time they are to occur?




There are many Denominations in this World and most all of them believe differently. But who is right. Could they all be right in what they do in the sight of God? Is there more than one way to enter the “Kingdom Of God”?







Are they following Jesus Christ or are they following man in the way they believe that Jesus Christ teaches. Are they really sincere or are they just playing Church? What did Jesus say about this?














Mark 13:6






















For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.













What I am going to say here has to be said and will not be accepted by many, but now is the time to present it. Christianity in it's true form I am not against, but False Christianity I am against. There is a Church on just about every Corner on every City in our Nation. I will not go through them by name for there are many. I do not understand how they come up with some of the names they have for their congressional name. God said he would Build His Church, “The Church Of God”. How plain can He get. Again there are many by the name, The “Church Of God”, but which one of those is right?




Unless those who have the wrong belief so etched in their mind and God would open their mind to His understanding, would never accept His Truth..




What we are going to experience in the very near future is not accepted by many because of their belief in the way they are taught. Jesus Christ said that “ many would come in His name, but few would be chosen”.




Do we know everything there is to know about what will occur and when? No, no one does. But God has given those who will follow Him and do His will the understanding and the basics of what is needed to survive in these last days.




The greatest fable or lie in our time is the “Rapture” theory. God said that He would protect those who are His “Chosen” during the Tribulation. How plain it is that Jesus Christ will not return until AFTER THE TRIBULATION. This is documented in Matt. Ch 24:, but again the ministers of those Churches tell the people that is not what is being said.













If one wants to call what will happen at the Resurrection “a Rapture” then so be it. It will be a “ caught up” a rising in the air type situation, but not until after the Tribulation and Not before.




Therefore what is said here will not be of interest to anyone except to those to whom are being called of and by God for they will be the only ones who will understand. Yes, there are those in many Church origination's who are in the process of being called and will be part of the Elect of God. Some just do not realize it now but they will when the time comes for them to do so. Some will not heed the calling until they are in the Tribulation.


Prophetic News for America! - "To Warn a Dying Nation". (http://www.americasfinaldaysprophecy.org)