U.S. Supreme Court stated in the 1892 case of Church of the Holy Trinity v. United States, written by Justice David Josiah Brewer (143 U.S. 457-458, 465-471, 36 L ed 226): ” This is a religious people.
This is historically true. From the discovery of this continent to the present hour, there is a single voice making this affirmation.
The commission to Christopher Columbus…(recited) that
‘it is hoped that by God’s assistance some of the continents and islands in the ocean will be discovered’…
The first colonial grant made to Sir Walter Raleigh in 1584…and the grant authorizing him to enact statutes for the government of the proposed colony provided
‘that they be not against the true Christian faith’…
The first charter of Virginia, granted by King James I in 1606…commenced the grant in these words:
‘…in propagating of Christian Religion to such People as yet live in Darkness…’
Language of similar import may be found in the subsequent charters of that colony…in 1609 and 1611; and the same is true of the various charters granted to the other colonies.
In language more or less emphatic is the establishment of the Christian religion declared to be one of the purposes of the grant.
The celebratedcompact made by the Pilgrims in theMayflower, 1620, recites:
‘Having undertaken for the Glory of God, and advancement of the Christian faith…a voyage to plant the first colony in the northern parts of Virginia’…
One of the sad realities within the local church today centers on the fact that numerous born-again Christians have little or no knowledge of the spiritual warfare that takes place all around us. The Bible is crystal clear in proclaiming that there is a battle raging in the heavenlies as the forces of evil continue to wage war against not only the Creator, but also against all who trust in Christ Jesus as Savior and Lord. Islam is just one of the examples of that warfare.
As believers, we may often wonder if there is anything we can do to counter the attacks our spiritual enemy hurls at us. We might even ask, “Can we, as Christian couples and parents, stand in the gap for our marriages, our children, and our homes?” Let me say a resounding, “Yes, we can, and we must stand united in the victory Jesus has secured for us.”
As Genesis 3 shows us, Satan’s desire is not only to destroy our lives, but also to weaken and sever the relationships we hold dear. We might all agree that Adam and Eve were both at fault for their disobedience and rebellion against God’s commandments. But a careful reading of Genesis 3:12 shows that Adam blamed his sin not only on his wife, but also on his Creator by saying to the Lord, “The woman whom You gave to be with me, she gave me from the tree, and I ate.”
Without question, Satan is still using the same tactics against our marriages and homes today. He seeks to divide us from our spouses and our children as he plans his strategies to destroy the unity God has designed for us. Just as he was successful in breaking the unity Adam and Eve shared with their Creator, he is still achieving an alarming number of victories in the modern-day Christian home, as the sins of pride and selfishness are often all too prevalent.
I have often talked with numerous people who have had serious questions about the origins of evil and sin in the world. Many may wonder, “How and when, did sin begin?” As the Bible teaches, Satan sinned when he exercised his free will to rebel against his Creator.
Over my years in pastoral ministry, I have encountered far too many believers who lack the knowledge about who they are in Christ. I am completely convinced that unless we acquire a solid biblical understanding of our “in Christ” position, we will be unable to fully counter the attacks of our enemy as he tempts us to exercise our free will and rebel against the commandments of God. As believers, we have a tremendous responsibility to study God’s Word so we can be better able to stand firm with the knowledge and power our Lord has provided for us as we face the devil and his forces of evil.
Without a doubt, it is time that we, as the children of God, woke up and begin living as strong advocates of the cause of Christ Jesus. May our awareness be so quickened that we will begin recognizing the attacks of the devil when they come our way but not be distracted or deterred by the superfluous stuff.
Would you agree that Satan has been achieving his victories for far too long? Will you join with me as we literally claim the power of God Holy Spirit against the one who seeks to divide and destroy our marriages, our homes, our churches, and our country? As the people of God, we can praise our Creator for all His abundant promises as we literally stand in the strength He provides.
2nd Chronicles 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
Charlie Kirk tweeted, “It’s incredible to watch the left go from being outraged President Trump may start a war with Iran to being outraged he didn’t start a war with Iran in one day.”
It is funny, quite funny and I am hoping that the majority of Americans who still identify with the Democrat party at the moment take notice and #walkaway from them. I still tend to believe that most democrat voters are not leftists.
The leftist politicians are upset that President Trump is messing up their NWO machinations. Soros is seeing his carefully crafted contrivances getting dismantled bit by bit and his dream of becoming the One World dictator is slowly slipping through his fingers. He knows he, personally, is running out of time and he may have to pass to his son that which he has lusted for and hoped to grab for himself. There is a certain class of people who are well aware of the fact that if George Soros succeeds he will only be able to hold onto it for 7 years.
Recent events leading up to this tense time with Iran: John Kerry meets with Iran and anti-American rhetoric begins ramping up. Feinstein dines with Foreign Minister & Iran begins stockpiling and openly admitting they are enriching to near nuclear weapon level. Obama staffers backchannel with them and our drone is shot down.
President Trump reacts but not according to the leftists planned script. Nervous Nancy whines that she wasn’t consulted. Sorry, Nancy, you are a nobody. Nutty Nancy probably planned to, and would have, informed Kerry anyway in order to warn Iran where and when the strike was going to happen. Nasty Nancy had no need to know and a monkey wrench has been tossed into the gears of the NWO mechanism.
Pray for President Trump and Pray for a Great Awakening in America
A couple of years ago Rep West said, “If Joseph Goebbels was around, he’d be very proud of the Democrat Party because they have an incredible propaganda machine.”
A couple of democrats tried to chide him for telling the truth on them and he said in response, “The Democrat Party does indeed have a vicious propaganda machine, it espouses lies and deceit and the master of deception would be very proud.”
The Associated Press then tried to claim this was “Not only willful misapplication of history, but also his disdain for the decorum of Congress.”
“Disdain for the decorum,” that is so hilarious because the last two years of the phony Collusion Delusion has proven Mr. West to be so much more right than we had any way of knowing at the time. The Democrats insatiable lust for power and lack of morals has been on full display as they have viciously and maliciously attacked U.S. President #45 whom we have every legitimate reason to believe has been especially anointed by God for such a time as this.
A lot of people mistake faith to be a blind belief in something. Something you believe with no reason. This is contrary to what the Bible teaches us. We are to examine ourselves and be knowledgeable about what we believe, and be ready to answer the questions people may have for us. -The Bible tells us to “examine everything carefully” and to believe only that which is actually true (1 Thessalonians 5:21, Colossians 2:4). -The Bible commends the people in the city of Berea for verifying that the words spoken by the apostle Paul were actually true (Acts 17:11). -God desires that we use our minds and not just our hearts (Matthew 22:37). God says, “Come now, and let us reason together” (Isaiah 1:18). -The Bible exhorts Christians to have answers for people with questions (1 Peter 3:15). -God desires all people “to come to the knowledge of the truth” (1 Timothy 2:4). If you would describe your faith as, “blind faith,” then I would encourage you to strengthen your faith by asking yourself why you believe what you believe is true. There is evidence in almost every direction you look!
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