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stromboli
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 Never fear

Just wanted to offer some words of encouragement to those who may be troubled. I know things may be uncertain for this country. Our hope doesnt rest in a country or ideology. Our HOPE RESTS in our Lord. He is our hope. Not any president, politician, or religious leader. Just look into the eyes of our Lord and saviour and all fear just fades away. Brothers and sisters do not worry. Everything will be o.k. Have a good night. Love too much, while we still have time.

 2008/11/4 23:27Profile









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This was a great comfort and encouragement to me this morning:


[b]Hallelujah![/b]

(Letters of John Newton)

"The Lord reigns! Let the earth rejoice!" Psalm 97:1

1776.
My dear madam,
He who once bore our sins, and carried our sorrows--is seated upon a throne of glory, and exercises all power in heaven and on earth! Thrones, principalities, and powers, bow before Him! His providence pervades and manages the whole universe, and is as minutely attentive to every part--as if there were only a single object in His view! From the tallest archangel--to the smallest ant or fly--all depend on Him for their being, their preservation, and their powers. He directs the sparrows where to build their nests, and where to find their food. He over-rules the rise and fall of nations; and bends, with an invincible power, and unerring wisdom--all events to His sovereign will! So that while many intend other outcomes--their designs all concur and coincide in the accomplishment of His holy will.

Jesus restrains with an almighty hand--the still more formidable efforts of the powers of darkness. Satan with all his hosts cannot exert their malice a hair's-breadth beyond the limits of His permission!

This omnipotent Savior is the head and husband of His believing people. How happy are those whom it is His good pleasure to bless! How safe are those whom He has engaged to protect! How honored and privileged are those to whom He is pleased to manifest Himself, and whom He enables and warrants to claim Him as their Friend and eternal potion!

Having redeemed them by His own blood--He esteems them as His treasure, His jewels; and protects them as the pupil of His eye! They shall not lack any good thing. They need not fear. His unerring eye is upon them in every situation; His ear is always open to their prayers; and His everlasting arms are under them for their sure support! On earth He guides their steps, controls their enemies, and directs all His dispensations for their spiritual good. While in heaven He is pleading their cause, preparing a glorious home for them, and communicating down to them reviving foretastes of the glory which they shall shortly enter into!

We sinful worms were once blind to His beauty, and insensible to His love, and would have remained so to the last--had He not revealed His goodness and grace to us!

"Hallelujah! For the Lord our God, the Almighty, reigns!" Revelation 19:6


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...What have we to fear? Jesus is our Savior! And the cross is bare, the tomb is empty, the throne is occupied!

Praise be to His Holy Name!

 2008/11/4 23:42
stromboli
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Thats a great article,


There is absolutely nothing to fear. God has not given us the spirit of fear. Perfect love casteth out all fear.
If were the ones with the hope, and the words of Life, than what good is it if were in fear. Theres not much hope in fear. We are the light of the world. These are exciting times. We (the church) know whats really going on, so heres our chance for some REAL change. Theres not much time left. Lets make our time useful and profitable for the kingdom.

 2008/11/5 7:28Profile









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Hi Stromboli....of course you are right. If any people in this country should not be fearful or anxious it should be the people of God. He tells us to live one day at a time and to trust and belive in Him and His promises to us are yes and amen. The nation itself is fearful and anxious and in many ways has been since 9/11. Politicians have not helped, they have only helped to increase fear and anxiety in order to get in powere or stay in power. The country elected MR Obama because they were tired of being fearful. Will he be the solution to their problems? Of course not. There is only one solution to fear and anxiety and insecurity, its the Lord Jesus Christ. If we are going to preach that, then first, we are going to have to live that. The country should be able to look to us in these "fearful," times and say "who are these peculiar people?" And the answer? They are the people of the Living God who walk in love , the Love that casts out all fear, that perfection named Jesus............brother Frank

 2008/11/5 8:56
stromboli
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I totally agree............what could be more peculiar than having faith, and hope, and love in these times.

 2008/11/5 16:51Profile





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