Wake Up Church

In Revelation 3:15, 16 we read that God warned the people of being lukewarm and complacent. We are not to lose our zeal for the Lord. We are not to be like salt that looses its flavor. We are to be like a light that is not hid but shines brightly for Christ.  In Isaiah 52:1, 2, God said to the people that they were to wake up and clothe themselves with strength and put on their beautiful garments. He called them to be holy and not yield to sin. 

The Church is not to be asleep to the things of God. Isaiah 62:6 says that He has set watchmen upon the walls which shall never hold their peace day or night. They are not to keep silent but proclaim Jesus Christ. Today we are to pray fervently and witness to the lost and lonely. The Bible tells us in 1 Peter 4:7 that the end of all things is at hand, so we are to be serious and watch and pray. We can enjoy our walk with the Lord for He gives us peace and joy and abundant life, but we are to be dedicated to Christ and His work. 

1 Corinthians 15:34 tells us to awake to righteousness. God calls His followers to be holy and live a life of honesty and integrity. Romans 12:1, 2, tells us not to conform to this world's ungodly ways and ideas. Read and believe the Bible for it is our road map for daily living. 1 Corinthians 16:13 says that we are to watch, stand fast in the faith and be dedicated and strong. In John 10:27 Jesus said that He sheep hear His voice and they follow Him. I pray our ears and hearts will be open and wakened to hear what the Spirit says. Revelation 2:29, Be awake to hear.  

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Security

People are looking for security in money, job position or an individual.

We can find true security in Jesus Christ. He will never leave us and give up on us. Hebrews 13:6 tells us that we may boldly say, the Lord is my helper and I will not fear. Psalm 112:7 says that we are not to be afraid but we are to trust in the Lord. We read in Job 11:18 that we can be secure because there is hope. When we believe in Christ and ask Him to forgive us He will. We will grow in wisdom and strength each day as we read the Bible. These are God's holy unchangeable words to us. Personally talk to Jesus throughout the day and be lead by His Holy Spirit.  We do not need to be fearful and anxious. 

When we have security in Christ we experience His peace and confidence. There is so much turmoil in the world today. Matthew 7:27 tells us that we are to be like a solid house build on firm foundation which is Jesus Christ. When the storms of life come we will not be destroyed. Our trust and security is in the Lord. Knowing you are loved by God brings security and peace. 

Tabernacle with God

The Israelites built little tabernacles, booths, huts to live in after they left Egypt and dwelt in the wilderness. God wants to tabernacle with us.

Feast of Tabernacles; a Jewish festival is celebrated for around 7 days starting around October 17th, 2016. Leviticus 23:34 God told Moses to tell the people that the feast of tabernacles will be for 7 days.  "And 42, 43 you shall dwell in booths 7 days to remind the Isaelites that I brought them out of Egypt." 

Let's remember also what God has brought us out of and celebrate His goodness and mercy.  I have been to Israel during the Feast of Tabernacles and it is a very joyous time. Homes and places of worship are lit with candles representing to us believers Jesus the Light of the world. 

Also representing the glory of God, in Exodus 13:21, the Lord went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud and led them by night by a pillar of fire. The Glory of God wants to hover over us. During this time the Holy Spirit wants to pour upon us, reviving and awakening and convicting us. During this time in Israel people call out for an outpouring of rain to water the land. This can also be a prayer for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit.  

God wants to tabernacle with us. John 15 talks about us abiding in Christ and He in us. Psalm 91:1, 2, He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress my God in Him will I trust.  Isaiah 51:16 And I have put My words in your mouth and covered you in the shadow of My hand. 

Close yourself in with God for He wants to be close to His people. Matthew 6:6 talks about going into your prayer closet and meeting with your Savior. Let Christ know how thankful you are and how much you love Him.

Have a Thankful Heart and Attitude

Ephesians 5:20 Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Dont grumble and complain and think on the negative but look for God's goodness and blessings.

Philippians 4:6 tells us that we are not to fret or be anxious but pray with thanksgiving. 
7 Then we will have the peace of God in our heart and mind. So many people have troubled and tormented minds. God wants us to think on Him instead and the beauty around us. Philippians 4:8 tells us to think on things that are good and lovely and pure.

Revelation 7:11 tells us that the angels in heaven stood around the throne of God worshiping and saying "Amen, blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be unto our God for ever and ever". 

In l Chronicles 16:7-36 David was so grateful that the ark was brought to them signifying the holiness of God that he offered praise to God Almighty. Every day walk with a thankful heart and tell others about Jesus. Tell them He died on the cross and shed His precious Blood for the forgiveness of our sins and rose again. People need to know they can know Him personally.  

Purpose in your heart with the help of the Holy Spirit to BE THANKFUL. 

God's Goodness

Psalm 31:19
Oh how great is Thy goodness which you have laid up for those that fear, honor, respect and trust in You.  Every day purpose to look for the goodness of God. He wants to give us special gifts each day to encourage us. In these gifts are messages from Him. They could be a smile or kind act. Romans 2:4 says that the goodness of God leads to repentance.

At times individuals feel they failed God and they don't deserve God's goodness. When they see God displaying His love toward them their heart is touched and they can weep with gratitude and draw nearer to Him asking God to forgive them.

Romans 15:13 says that the God of all hope fill you with joy and peace in believing and that you abound in hope through the power of the Holy Ghost.

Every day thank God for His love and goodness. When we ask Him into our 

hearts and truly believe in Him and the Holy Bible then His Holy Spirit will fill our hearts with His comfort, peace, strength, joy and much more.