Why Are You
Disquieted O My Soul? Hope in God
Why are you cast own,
O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God: for I
shall yet praise Him, who is the health
of my countenance, and my God. [Ps 43:5]
For God has not given
us a spirit of fear, but of power, and of love and of a sound mind. [2Tim
1:7]
(Note* - I began this article a week and a half or longer ago, but continuously kept updating (until it is finally posted). If you see conflicting dates, that would be why. I left in the dates that were appropriate to the time of writing. BP)
People are full of fear and panicking with the COVID-19 outbreak, including many (but certainly not all) Christians. The Lord does not want us to fear, and certainly not to panic, but to trust in Him. It can be challenging at times; we may have fleeting moments of doubt or concern.
People are full of fear and panicking with the COVID-19 outbreak, including many (but certainly not all) Christians. The Lord does not want us to fear, and certainly not to panic, but to trust in Him. It can be challenging at times; we may have fleeting moments of doubt or concern.
Our flesh can bring these things about. Fear may knock
loudly at the door of our heart, but we do not have to open to him.
It is an 'absolute' that our heavenly Father protects and directs us, as we look to Him on
a daily basis, trust His lead and respond obediently to His lead (thus proving our 'trust' by lining our actions up with our words).
Yes, the restrictions the governments are laying down make
the times uncertain as they daily update their reports and enforce new restrictions
or orders (mandates). To many the future looks bleak as they are forced to stay home from
their jobs, with many businesses and charities closing their doors, many of
them being forced to do so under governmental orders.
We all know that precautions must be taken; that is wisdom.
Even when people get colds or flu when the season comes around yearly, we
normally take precautions too. Yet just as Daniel, Jeremiah and others who
went before us, we must abide by what our governments are ordering us to do,
especially since certain places and countries are threatening to enforce (impose) heavy
fines and/or jail sentences on individuals who do not abide their restrictions.
Since I am Canadian, I aware that Ontario, which was in
the lead with the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths (but has fallen to second place to British
Columbia), has recently announced that the OPP (Ontario
Provincial Police) and fire officials have the ability to enforce fines up
of to $100,000 and/or imprisonment of up to one year upon anyone that does not
comply with provincial emergency orders. Source: Toronto
CTV News [Each province is different, so check what the mandate is for your particular province.]
Corporations can face up to a $500,000 fine (Ontario). Reports state that Saskatchewan
citizens can also face fines or arrest, if emergency orders are not followed. Businesses,
institutions (including churches)
must limit their gatherings to 50 people or less. Source: National
Post
In the United States, the National
Guard has been alerted and is now active in 22 of the 53 states. An inside source (unnamed by media, of course) states
that preparation has already taken place for the deployment of federal troops (military) to conduct law enforcement and
assist the National Guard, if deemed necessary.
So, just as our predecessors, including Yeshua/Jesus, we do
not rebel against government orders; however, just as those who went before us, we
need not fear because for those who believe in and trust the living God, we know He
is with us, and will faithfully guide us.
Most of us know now that CoV-19 is not just a flu (influenza), despite what some are erroneously
postulating. Symptoms of the virus are fever, cough (typically but not always, a dry cough) and shortness of breath.
These first three are the main symptoms of COVID-19, but can also be combined
with malaise (sense of feeling unwell), fatigue, chest pain and phlegm/sputum (coughed up
from the respiratory tract; saliva and mucus combined).
There is now a plethora of sites detailing this new and
deadly virus. But if you are coughing up phlegm/sputum, it does not necessarily
mean that you have COVID-19. It may be the common cold or one of the seasonal
flus.
This article
by Healthline addresses the topic of phlegm and describes not only the
various colours and their meaning, but also explains what illness they possibly
may be related to. To be informed helps in making wise choices and quenches
needless fear.
Stats on CoV-19
(COVID-2019)
According to Dr. Otto Lang (UCLA infectious disease expert):
“The virus basically hijacks the cell and
reprograms it genetically to make more copies of virus.” Put very simplistically, there are spiked
proteins that stick out of the virus that latch onto the lung and reproduces.
Inflammation in the lungs makes breathing more difficult. According
to a Los Angeles Times report: “Blood vessels damaged in the war between
the virus and immune system may be leaking fluid into lung tissues…”
When fluid flood the lungs' air sacs, the delivery of
oxygen to the blood is crippled, thus hindering the lungs from removing carbon
dioxide from the bloodstream. This, combined with inflammation, causes
pneumonia to develop. It can then affect breathing (due to lack of delivery of oxygen to the blood); however, it can
also latch onto cells in the kidneys and wreak havoc there.
This is an extremely
simplified explanation gleaned from information reported in a news article
posted online on February 29, 2020. The article will help you understand the
virus better, how it works and why it can be deadly. Reported and written by Rong-Gong Lin II for the LA Times: “How This Coronavirus Kills Its Victims”.
The Wondrous and Sure
Hope in Jesus/Yeshua
For those who do not
know Jesus (Yeshua), this is the time
to turn your life over to Him because He cares for you. Repent is a hated word, but what it means is to "hate our sin and turn from it". It has to be genuine. Not only does Jesus care, but He loves
you with agape love [unconditional; the 'highest' form of love (purest)].
Jesus is the only way back to God, and the only way for our sins to be
forgiven.
[Jn 14:5] Do not be deceived into believing that being "good" will win salvation (our works do not earn us salvation) - and there are NOT "many" ways (paths) back to God. That is a lie of the serpent who continues to deceive mankind.
Outside of blaspheming the Holy Spirit, there is no sin that
cannot be forgiven. It does not mean we will be living on “easy street” because
‘Easy Street’ is actually the broad road where many travel, but the end leads to
destruction. The true road (ancient path) of the true believer is narrow, and few desire to travel
it. Some begin, but quit.
We will face challenges, trials and tribulations as
believers, and anyone who says otherwise speaks lies. But the difference is
that we have a loving, Sovereign God on our side who will never leave or
forsake us, and who will direct our steps. It will mean trusting Him, despite
outward appearances!
This life is temporal, as even a child soon learns, but
eternity awaits and is a reality. It is not a fear factor. It is a reality, that
if we do not turn away from unrighteousness and confess our sins, eternity will
be spent in the lake of fire, called the second death.
But the fearful, and
unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers
and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake of fire, which
burns with fire and brimstone: which is the second death. [Rev 21:8]
Let no one tell you different. Those above words are true,
but also true is the fact that as long as there is breath in our lungs, we can
repent (turn away from these things)
and be forgiven through the Saviour, Jesus Christ (Yeshua
the Messiah). His arms are as wide open today (to embrace), as they were
the day He hung upon the cross, spilling His precious blood to atone for our
sins. This is the beautiful, wondrous and sure hope that all of us who believe have.
Does God have to speak to guide us? No. He speaks to many unsaved in ways that He so chooses. But if we are baptized
with His Spirit, then He dwells in us. Even when YHWH (God) is silent, He is still very much
with us and has His ways to direct us. Sometimes we all have to be reminded of that, including me. Yet be
assured, the Creator does speak with us, but He desires we fellowship and commune
with Him.
God is good beyond measure to grant us the privilege of
going to Him humbly, with awe and reverence (fear of the Lord) in prayer, at any time, anywhere, but especially when we are
weak, broken, contrite, weary and/or overwhelmed. Anytime!
I even have to remind myself at times to wait for Him to lead, to guide
my steps because I know He does and He
will, if I do not get hasty and get ahead of him, which sadly, I
have done at times (too many times), and sometimes at great cost. He is not in a hurry, but we
are…particularly IF we do not still our thoughts, but are anxious. Yes, it can
be a battle. [see 2Cor 10:5 and Eph 6:12]
I learned the hard way not to believe every thought that comes into my mind, even when it seems like a good idea. Satan is a trickster
and is doing all He can to bring mankind down, to bring us into fear, doubt,
hatred, bitterness and unforgiveness, various temptations, and even misguided
steps.
Casting down imaginations and every high thing that exalts itself againt the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ [2Cor 10:5]
Satan (adversary) particularly strives to divide God’s people; destroy
marriages and other close relationships (especially of the saints), kill off finances and other means of
security, steal hope and rob us of love, and destroy faith. Indeed, he is as that roaring lion,
seeking whom he may devour [1Pet 5:8]; a cunning thief that is always plotting
covertly to steal, to kill and to destroy. [Jn 10:10]
Never has the battle been more furious and intense as it is
these dark, chaotic days, for the devil does indeed know that his time is
short. [Rev 12:12]
Yes, people, especially God’s people, have always gone
through persecution and horrific trials and tribulations, ever since the fall
of mankind in the Garden of Eden. But these are as the days of Noah, and Sodom
and Gomorrah, the end times, the days the Bible speaks of (days of evil, days of rebellion and riotous lawlessness, days where every man does what is right in his own eyes, days of blasphemy and mockery against God).
Comforting Promises
“Fear not! Be strong and of good courage…!”
(Fear not! Do not be afraid.) And many times the Lord repeats: “I
will not (never) leave you or forsake you.” [see Deut 31:6, 8; 1Chron 28:20; Heb
13:5; Mat 28:20]
He repeats these things because He knows there are times we
need to be reminded, needing that reassurance, that stabilizing peace of mind amidst
chaos, fearful reports and confusion. We need to hear that strong, yet gentle
voice amidst all the other voices vying for our attention, including the voice
of our own flesh.
We are not alone in this. It has always been that way. See
the Psalms. See the prayers of Moses, Elijah, David and the prophets
throughout the Bible. See how even the apostles had their moments where they
needed strength amidst great persecution, chaos, invisible and visible enemies
and times of stress, distress, illness, war and every other critical time the
human soul can and does encounter.
Those written about
in the Bible were very real people living in a very real world, in very real, very troubling situations. We find
ourselves in a global crisis that has never been before. But this is not yet the
great tribulation. When that begins, we shall indeed see and experience things
that have never been before and shall never be again. [Mat 24:21]
I personally do not know if the "great tribulation" in the Bible is God's judgment (so people will turn back to Him), or His wrath (again, a last opportunity for people to turn back to Him through Jesus [Yeshua]).
I do know that even God's people come under His judgment (it begins in the Lord's house) [1Pet 4:17], but His people do not face His wrath.
Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things comes the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. Therefore, do not be partakers with them. For you were [once] sometimes darkness, but now are you light in the Lord: walk as children of light: [Eph 5:6-8]
We are in the last of the last days. We know. Many are
disquieted in their spirit right now due to the fear and panic that is sweeping
over the people globally. The news media is not helping. In fact, updates are
posted daily that instill even more fear and panic in the multitudes. Not to
mention that there is a pope that increasingly looks more and more (step by step) like the False Prophet
that heralds in the Antichrist and his global system.
Many people are completely and utterly confused, yet through
it all, we see evidence of people, including unbelievers, showing acts of
kindness and compassion. For a few years now, the “fake news” terminology has echoed in people’s ears like a dripping
tap, repetitiously, constantly and annoyingly. Call it programming if you will,
but the fact remains that MSM (mainstream news media) has indeed stuck to scripts
and lied to the general public, or exaggerated, fabricated or twisted information
consistently.
The narrative on each local channel and in newspapers (news platforms/websites) around
the world is almost always identical (verbatim), so it is easy to tell that it is not
individual reporting because no journalist writes identically. Even the
prophets and the apostles, though they had the same message, worded it
according to their individual personalities, knowledge, personal witness and
reports from others. The gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are examples
of that.
Now that people have been programmed about “fake news”, their backs are up against
the wall with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. There is nowhere else
to turn for daily updates and speeches by world governmental leaders except for
the MSM (mainstream media).
Instruction and
Counsel
He that believes on the Son has everlasting life: and he that believes not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abides on him. [Jn 3:36]
So, for those who know and trust God through Jesus/Yeshua, THERE IS somewhere to turn. Our Creator, the Lord (Adonai) God (YHWH) will NOT steer us wrong, never - and
especially when we take everything to Him in humility, realizing our desperate
need for His wisdom and direction. We must desire His will over our own will, and be 'willing' to obey His lead. If we go off following our own ideas, we may
err and choose unwisely.
I learned this
recently the hard way, just before this outbreak became so global (it was only in China at the time), but I
am thankful for the lesson, and glad I learned from it, as painful as it turned
out to be. It was a real eye-opener. But there was a great cost that utterly
broke (shattered) my heart…but that
situation is truly in God’s competent hands. I tell you this, not for pity, but
with every hope that you will take heed and learn from my testimony and save
yourself any unnecessary grief.
The Long Trial (WARNING: graphic pictures below –
please scroll ahead if you are sensitive to such)
Not every thought or idea is of God, even if it starts out
with scripture…and that is something that I knew well, but either temporarily
forgot or was blinded to in a certain situation. I had been quite unwell for a
couple of months (end of November 2019 to
mid-January 2020).
I had an infection that seemed to be antibiotic-resistant.
For four days, I had to go to the hospital daily for an IV shot of antibiotics.
On the fifth day, I was given a three week supply of saline solutions (in a large box that had syringes pre-filled
with appropriate dosages).
I also was given a weekly supply of syringes pre-filled with
10 ml of antibiotics. Every eight hours I had to begin with a saline flush,
inject the antibiotics and then finish with another saline flush. The entire
process took about five minutes, as the injections could not be done too
quickly.
Each week I had to check in at ambulatory care in the
hospital, be assessed and then pick up another week’s supply of antibiotics. I
could not sit for long periods. An hour and a half of sitting was pushing it,
as my leg would soon swell to an uncomfortable size. For the most part, I had
to keep my leg elevated from a lying-down position.
It began in mid-June 2019 when I was gardening. I had
thought that the sun burned through my long black pants. The heat on my leg (although it was only about noon hour) seemed
to happen suddenly. It felt uncomfortably hot, which seemed out of the
ordinary, but I rubbed it briefly and it seemed alright.
However, within a few minutes, the heat returned to the same
spot on my leg, even though I angled my leg out of the direct sunlight. It
seemed odd because it was not yet the hottest time of the day, but the
intensity of the heat the second time forced me to quit gardening for the day.
Back then (June),
I went to the hospital and was told I had an infection from either an insect
bite or a scratch. The whole thing seemed surreal and for 10 days I had to go
to the hospital to get an IV injection of antibiotics. I also had to drive to a
health clinic for wound care every two days. The wounds were unbelievable, very
painful and caused much swelling.
Was It An Infection
or a Burn from a Laser Weapon (ADS)?
When I explained that the injury did indeed start with two
blisters, they were more adamant that it was a burn and not an infection,
especially because the wound deepened over the first several days. Even my own
personal physician stated that it looked more like a burn than an infection.
I told each of them, including my regular doctor, that
initially I had thought the sun had burned me through my pants because of the
extreme heat I had felt, but was told by each doctor that such a thing was
unheard of and highly unlikely that the sun caused the “burn” through my clothing.
The doctors remained divided in their opinions and baffled
at the same time, especially when the antibiotics seemed to be less effective
than they had thought they should be. Even still, all of them continued on with
the same course of treatment without further testing or querying of burn
specialists.
I am near a military
training camp, but the land just across the road where I reside is strictly
military land. It is cordoned off with fences and has no trespassing signs
posted. As conspiratorial as it sounds, I had privately toyed with the idea of
whether the military had been testing ADS, (a
laser weapon designed for crowd control or to halt an approaching enemy –
called Active Denial System [ADS]), in which I was the target.
There are also D.E.W.s (Direct Energy Weapons); laser weapons. One purpose of these were for crowd control, supposedly to make a riotous crowd break up and disperse when they felt the heat of the weapon on their skin. No damage was to be forthcoming unless it was not used according to guidelines.
I had written about such a weapon in an article a few years
earlier, discussing new technologies, including military technology. It was
because of the intense heat that I had felt, combined with the initial
blistering that I suffered that made me ponder such a theory. The thought was
based upon my research.
Though the technology is deemed safe, it has the potential
to cause serious skin damage if the exposure is too lengthy, incorrectly used
or if it is modified outside of recommended settings. Use of such a “non-lethal” weapon leaves no
evidence to identify it, unless one is aware of such a weapon and its potential
to harm or do extensive damage. A more in-depth explanation is detailed here
and here.
The burning pain in the beginning, along with the weeping of the wound, was surreal and unbearable. Swelling was so intense that it was hard to walk, to sleep or to find a position where it was comfortable, not just due to the size of the wound, but due also to location of the wounds.
The intensity of the pain wore me down
physically, emotionally and spiritually for
the first five weeks, as well as the swelling that lasted for nearly eight weeks.
Two months later, about the third week into November 2019, the swelling
returned. However, the second time the swelling occurred (said to be the return of the infection), there was no presence of
wounds.
I was obviously not gardening at that time of year. I was
simply told by the emergency hospital staff that the infection had returned,
quite possibly because it was antibiotic-resistant. Another two months of
running a course of antibiotics followed, three weeks of more daily injections (which, as explained, were self-administered,
except for the first four days done at the hospital), followed by a course
of oral antibiotics, thus bringing me to the end of the first week in January,
2020. Seven long months of the leg pain, then Covid hit the globe. Lord, show me where I am out of your will, if it be so.
That was the reason that there was little writing on the
blog during those time periods. I simply could not sit for very long periods whatsoever – an hour and a half of sitting pushed the limit. Indeed, 2020
came in like a lion for me and obviously, I was not alone in that.
A Weakened State
Satan loves to attack us when we are already in a weakened
state. As stated, physically, emotionally and spiritually I was drained, but the good
part was how close I drew to the Lord as a result of the suffering. I also had
loving friends (family in Christ, brethren) that helped me at that time, even buying food
for me once because I simply could not bring myself to go out, due to pain, but more importantly, the prayers, comfort and support
spiritually was the greatest gift. I thank the Lord for people He obviously positioned, according to His will. All glory to Him alone, but may He reward those who obeyed His leading. I cannot express enough gratitude and thanksgiving.
Stating that Satan enjoys attacking us when we are weak is not
some excuse for making mistakes (such as moments of irritability or impatience), as some might think. Spiritual attacks,
especially in already weakened states, happen to be a very hard, cold and
chilling fact. Satan (the adversary)
is cruel and relentless in his ways.
Even though I knew these things (subtle enemy attacks), I reckon that perhaps I was overly confident,
convinced that I would definitely recognize any effort by the enemy to either tempt
or attack me. Surely I would recognize his strategies and methods; however, he is
an expert at what he does. He has been at it for a very long time. Yes, perhaps I was over-confident, and the Lord saw fit to correct me, or rather, remind me of the necessity of remaining dependent upon Him and cleaving to Him.
Master of Deceit and
Illusion
Satan was with God in heaven before he rebelled. He knows precisely
how and when to get to God’s people. When we are weak, alone or overwhelmed, he
knows how to convince us, ever so subtly, that we are hearing from God. Do you
think he cannot imitate God’s voice?
If we are distracted,
not paying attention or unguarded, even momentarily, we can fall for his crafty
mimicking (counterfeiting/parroting) of God’s voice and the clever thoughts he injects like fiery darts
into our minds. If we forget our armor, we are easy prey. That is one reason we
are warned that he can appear as an angel of light.
And even if he comes at us unseen, he will not hesitate to
use scripture. He too can cause the pages of a Bible to open at a certain place
and cause certain scriptures to stand out in our sight. He can even put words in the
mouths of brethren, and it may seem like a good idea or suggestion. (Remember Peter
when Jesus rebuked Satan speaking through him?) [Mat 16:23]
We may sometimes underestimate the adversary’s power, but we
must keep in mind that God allows what He allows for a good reason and purpose.
He is greater than the adversary and can halt his actions and plans in an
instant, but sometimes there is a greater reason God allows a thing to happen,
for the ultimate good at the end.
Remember when Joseph was betrayed and sold into slavery by
his jealous and envious brothers? God allowed it because He knows the end from
the beginning. He knew that through it all, Joseph would end up in a high position
in the land where he spent most of his time as a slave.
As a result of God allowing Joseph's brothers to carry out their wicked plan, the Lord would ultimately save the lives of the very brothers
who hated and betrayed him, his father and all the Israelites in the time of a
long, seven year famine. Whatever wicked thing that Satan intends for evil, the
Lord God (YHWH) can turn around for our good, but for His glory.
But as for you, you thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive. [Gen 50:20]
So, there can be times when we hear or see scripture and
because it is the Word of God, we think that it must be of God. We can forget
that Satan knows the Word of God well. That ancient serpent in the Eden questioned God's Word ("Has God said...?" [Gen 3:1])
Satan is still the master of deception and illusion,
often causing things to appear to be something they are not. Many of us think we
can spot his handiwork and ways in an instant. I now know that I sure did. But
in these dangerous and dark times, we have to take everything to God, even if
it seems innocent and/or trivial (harmless).
We must learn to ask, “Is
this of You, my Lord? Will you confirm?” The Lord will be glad to do so because we are
obeying His Word to not trust every spirit, but to try them to see if they are
of God. [1Jn 4:1] Now more than ever, we all have to put this into practice faithfully.
Satan Sets Traps – He
Seeks to Steal, Kill and Destroy
Also keep in mind that Satan used scripture against Jesus (Yeshua) Himself when he came to Him in
the desert wilderness to tempt Him. He also twisted the Word of God and planted
seeds of doubt within Eve’s mind and successfully deceived her into breaking
God’s command not to eat of the forbidden fruit of ONE tree out of all the
trees in the Garden of Eden. [Gen 3:1]
I do trust the leading of the Lord. Do I have moments of
fleeting fear? Yes, I do because I am human and I am a woman alone. But I can
assure you that as soon as I am aware of fear and as soon as I can, I get alone
with the Lord and pray.
I am well aware of my desperate need for Him, His comfort,
His reassurance and more than ever, His wisdom to direct me. I acknowledge this
and desire the Holy Spirit lead me in every way, including God’s Word…and definitely,
I pray for others, as we are told to do.
Hearts Waxing Cold
When waiting in line to pay for my goods, I noticed that
next in line behind me was a woman whose path I had come across earlier in the
store. The aisles were packed with shoppers. This woman stopped her cart beside
another woman’s cart to speak with her. I suppose it was a friend by the way
they were talking, but that gesture blocked the narrow aisle.
The woman was completely oblivious to the people waiting on
both sides to get past her. I was one of those people waiting. It was no
concern to this woman and her friend. They continued chatting as if they were
entirely alone in the aisle and it was a regular, sunshiny day.
It was if she was blind to others around her, and the aisle
was becoming congested. “Do you mind
socializing somewhere else and not block the aisle? People are waiting to get
by.” When I caught the sound of
frustrated annoyance in my voice, I immediately regretted my impatience, but I
was irked at her inconsideration.
I felt even worse,
when she calmly pulled her cart over to the side, stating, “All you had to do was say ‘excuse me’. It’s not the end of the world
you know…not yet.” Well, as a
Christian, I already felt ashamed for my impatience. I said not a word in
retaliation, though admittedly, I bit my tongue.
Others quickly and quietly passed by her as well, although
one man shook his head with an annoyed expression at the woman. I could hear
her and her friend laughing, but I was silently repenting to the Lord for being
a poor example as His child.
Inconsideration has always annoyed me, but I thought I had
mastered my reaction to it. The stores were busier than I had imagined and I
just wanted to get home with the few things I had picked up. Now, here was that
same woman in the same checkout line behind me, despite the fact that it was a
large supermarket. Funny how that works, isn’t it?
I honestly cannot remember what she said to someone that I
overheard; however, I interjected that we don’t need to panic, but that we were
forewarned…that everything is playing out just as the Bible foretold.
Immediately her hand went up to shut me down. “Don’t talk to me about that. I don’t want to hear about your beliefs” She
turned toward her cart, but I thought I heard her mumble, ‘Keep them to yourself!’
Undaunted, I earnestly added, “But it’s true,” I wanted to make her aware. “God wants people to turn to Him. People are panicking and full of
fear…He doesn’t want us freaking out.” She looked at me again, shaking her
head, saying, “Don’t talk to me about your
Bible and God.” I heard the icy tones and thought that perhaps I was being
a little too overzealous. A blonde woman in the next aisle, in her late 40s or
early 50s, must have overheard us.
I felt like I had a donkey tail growing, with ears to match.
I was actually surprised that another Christian would not want to warn people
of worse days coming, and better still, to point them toward the very real hope
that is found in Christ Jesus. At the very least, why not say there is hope?
And just why was the good pastor, her father, not warning the
congregation to prepare spiritually, to turn to God now
whilst there is still time? What is the pastor saying to the homeless, the
disabled, the shut-ins, those hospitalized, to those who cannot prepare
physically (for financial reasons), even if they have all the necessary wisdom?
Was the pastor going to dig into the benevolent fund and buy
food for them, or give them money so they could buy food? Would he pay for such out of
his own pocket, or go out and personally offer to shop for them? To simply tell
people to use wisdom, prepare and stock up sounds like wise advice, and to an
extent, it is, but how does it help the destitute or the poor?
Are we to go overboard in stockpiling? (She had two loaded shopping carts, yes, three huge packs of toilet
paper also -- sigh.) What of God? Can we not trust Him to instruct us in
what is good for each of us individually, whether single or in a family? Surely
He is the all-wise and Sovereign God. Jesus is the hope and He still can calm
the storm (in our lives).
I could say no more. I was outnumbered and by then, I felt
sure my timing or message was off. If ever I felt out of place, it was in that
moment. Even the Christian woman was pooh-poohing my message. Perhaps I was
being too overzealous, but are these not the times to point people to Jesus, to
tell them there is hope in
these dark times, but it means we have to seek God, and even repent?
No more was said and I was soon on my way out of the store.
Suddenly I felt very guilty for desiring to bring Jesus into the equation,
longing to tell the fearful, panicking crowds that there is hope and One who
can help us through these times of trouble and uncertainty.
Shunned by unbelievers and believers alike in that moment, I
found myself repenting to God. “I’m sorry
Father if I spoke out of line…or out of order.”
I was beating myself up for sounding too ‘religious’, but in my
heart, I wanted to warn of darker days coming, yet at the same time, to offer
hope and point the way to Christ who would help us and to the Word of God that
would explain everything.
I was under condemnation, but that is not of God. Instead, the Spirit of the Lord got a
hold of me and reestablished peace. God knows the intent of the heart. My eyes
were opened to the reality of Jesus’ words…”as
in the days of Noah”, he had warned. Just as in those days, many today do
not want to hear of God’s coming judgments (mockery, denial). Many still are falling away (from the faith). They turn a deaf ear or cover their ears with their hands, singing, "La la la la la."
And if I was not already, I am now fully aware that these
are indeed the days that we will witness the rejection of Yeshua (Jesus), the Bible (Word of God), and even the rejection of Christians themselves (persecution has begun in the western hemisphere), by those not recognizing the
times we are in and the changes happening in ways that we have not known
before. At least, I have not in my lifetime. We are told things are coming that
have never happened before and shall never be again.
We will see the dividing of "cattle and cattle" (like kind - sheep and sheep)...and it will hurt. A separating that will come as hearts are tried (tested), and God judges us. There are those who praise God with their lips, but their hearts are far from Him. They speak the right words, but God tries and judges our hearts.
If He does the good work in us, and trains, disciplines and teaches us, He has every right to judge us. Shall we trample on the blood of Jesus? Can we spit out truth when we have tasted and known the goodness of God through Messiah?
And as for you, O My flock, thus says the Lord God; Behold I judge between cattle and cattle, between the rams and the he-goats. Does it seem a small thing to you to have eaten up the good pasture, but you must tread down with your feet the residue of your pastures? And to have drunk of the deep waters, but you must foul the residue with your feet? [Ezek 34:17-18]
The Beginning of
Sorrows
“As a Christian yourself [...] (I said
her name here), you know that all the
Bible speaks of is coming to pass.” I truly expected that as a fellow
believer, she would agree and we could encourage one another. Instead, I was
told that the Bible is only a book written by men as a guideline. I was flabbergasted to hear her say that.
I was further warned by her that this was not the time to be
talking to people about things in the Bible or about God. I could not believe
my ears. This is a person that has always said she too is a Christian, raised
in a believing family.
Referring to the virus, she said in a strong tone that God
is not vengeful. He would not do this (create the virus). I agreed, stating she was right, that
He did not bring the virus, but He allowed it. I mentioned his
judgments coming and foretold [in the Bible]…but I further mentioned abortions, homosexuality, the
increase in witchcraft and the sins of mankind that will be and are bringing about His judgments. The Bible speaks of it.
She would not hear of
it. Again, she ‘corrected’ me restating that the Bible is just a book and
I would be wise not to mention it to anyone in these days, or I would just
anger or upset people. She then proceeded to direct me to keep washing my hands,
don’t go out anywhere unless I have to, to distance myself from people, isolate
myself…basically, she told me everything that is the narrative of the media and
health officials.
Truth May Offend
I knew she had ended the subject, so I agreed. I knew there
was no sense of me arguing or trying to push the idea to seek God, repent of
anything the Holy Spirit reveals in us individually, pray for others, etc. Her
mind and heart were closed to it. Suddenly she said she had a phone call and
had to go. I thanked her again for her thoughtfulness and we hung up.
Again, the temptation to feel guilty came upon me, but this
time I rejected it. The reality of the days we are in and the signs of the
times are all around us. People do not want to hear about God or talk about the
times we are in and the tribulation soon upon the world. That was two strike, two outs in two days.
I felt like I had
failed the Lord twice, either with untimely conversation or “pushing Him upon people”. “How will I
glorify you, Lord? It seems I do not have the wisdom.” I had asked deep within. But
seriously, did the prophets of old, including Noah or the apostles (after Christ ascended) feel like they
were “pushing Christ upon people” or
wait for the “right timing”?
No! They faced the same thing, only terminology or vocabulary (expressions) have changed, but it all boils down to the same thing - rejection of truth (Jesus IS the way, truth, life). I am not a politically correct person.
No! They faced the same thing, only terminology or vocabulary (expressions) have changed, but it all boils down to the same thing - rejection of truth (Jesus IS the way, truth, life). I am not a politically correct person.
The timing would never be ‘right’ in the minds of
unbelievers. Should Christians not be in one accord, telling people the “good
news” of Jesus the Messiah, especially in dark times? Should we be afraid that
we will offend people with the truth? It boggles the mind that such is even
said amongst believers.
What better time is there? Isn’t the right timing most
definitely when things are uncertain and chaotic? When the only one with the
wisest advice and the surest answers is Yeshua/Jesus, with truth found in the written Word of God? Is it not the time to repent and
get even our own lives in order - to search our own hearts?
Did Jonah have to
wait until the people were ready to hear (timing),
or decide that perhaps he might seem like he was “pushing God on the people”? The people of Nineveh were enemies of Israel.
Perhaps in ways Jonah wanted judgment to fall upon them. And not only that, but
if they repented after he warned them, and God stayed His hand from judgment,
wouldn’t Jonah appear to be a false prophet, or at the very least, a fearmonger (although that word was not used back in
those days)?
Would he be stoned for false prophecy?
To me, this virus is but a precursor to the more evil times
coming. It is the perfect time to warn people to repent, yet offer them not
only the hope of forgiveness, but the hope of the chance to live with our
Creator throughout eternity. Just as exciting is the fact that the Messiah is
soon returning!
The Winds are Shaking
the Dominoes
Those behind the scenes, the powers that be are pushing to
see their dream come true; the utopia that they believe is meant to be. The
dragon is near…the dragon is rising. The Antichrist is waiting in the shadows for his moment to
appear, so he can bring ‘’order out of
chaos”.
The Messiah Jesus foretold all these things in the Olivet discourse. I have to state that because
it is true. We are in the very days He spoke of, which are recorded in the
gospels, such as Matthew 24, when Jesus spoke to his disciples on the Mount of
Olives.
Hopelessness and fear
are enveloping people now on a global scale, including many who once said, “God is in control. I trust in Him.” I do believe in the rapture, even if that
word isn’t in the Bible, the term “caught up together” is used.
I am not certain of the timing as some seem to be (pre-trib, mid-trib, post-trib). I
tend to lean toward after tribulation, at the time of the first resurrection, those who
sleep in Jesus (Yeshua) arise. But again, I am
not certain. I’m watching for His return and praying, as we are told to do.
For the Lord himself
shall descend from heaven with a shout with the voice of the archangel, and
with the trump of god: and dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are
alive and remain shall be caught
up together with them in the
clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Wherefore, comfort one
another with these words. [1Thes
4:16-18] (emphasis mine)
The timing of the rapture is not a salvational issue, so I
won’t argue it. It is important that we all agree that indeed there is indeed a
rapture because it is true. We do not need to fuss about who is right or who is
wrong regarding the timing, but I would echo the warnings that are given in the
Bible.
We are instructed to be sober, to keep a watchful eye, to discern the
times, and again, to watch and to pray! I do believe we all will face God’s
judgment because it is clearly written that YHWH’s judgment begins in His own
house.
For the time is come
that judgment must begin at the house of God:
and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the
gospel of God? And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and
the sinner appear?
Wherefore let them
that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to
him in well doing,, as unto a faithful Creator. [2Pet 4:1-19]
That being said, I am confident that the children of light,
disciples of Yeshua (Jesus), God’s
people, do NOT suffer His wrath. His
wrath is to carry out stricter judgments that are foretold in God’s written
Word for all who are willing, to read.
And even then, the purpose of His judgments in His divine wrath, is to give people yet
further opportunity to realize that He is the Sovereign God, and grant them
room to repent of their sins and acknowledge His Son, Jesus/Yeshua as the
Saviour of all who believe.
It was the precious, priceless blood offered by Messiah Yeshua
(Jesus the Christ) that made
atonement for sin. It is only by His willingness to shed His blood that there is
forgiveness of sins, for He is the only way back to the holy and righteous God!
And almost all things
are by the law purged (purified) with
blood; and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. [Heb 9: 22]
At the last supper, as Jesus offered up the cup of wine (which was symbolic) to be shared amongst
his apostles, he said: “For this is My blood of the new testament (covenant)
which is poured out for the remission (forgiveness) of sins.”
[Mat 26:28]
Shaking the World
The Creator of all is
getting the attention of the world. He said that He would shake everything that
can be shaken. [Heb 12:27] Even if the dark forces are gloating for now,
believing their plan is finally falling into place, God is allowing what He
allows for sound reason, that being to unfold the plan that He announced in the
Garden of Eden, after Adam disobeyed Him and Eve was deceived into believing
the serpent’s lies and acting on his temptation.
God is not willing that any should perish [2Pet 3:9], but that
all would believe and seek Him through Christ Jesus (Yeshua), to believe that He sent Jesus to make a way for us all to
be forgiven, and to repent so that we can be saved and be with Him throughout
eternity. No more tears, pain, suffering or death…
For that reason, Jesus/Yeshua the Christ was crucified for our
sins, died, was buried and resurrected. It is worth repeating that His precious
blood was atonement for our sins. All the signs are pointing to His soon
return.
God (Yahweh) wants each of us who already believe to continue
trusting Him. We each need to come to Him for answers, wisdom and individual
direction. We need to repent if the Holy Spirit reveals any unrighteousness or
unclean thing in us.
God alone knows our personal circumstances, our health, our
resources, our concerns, our situations, our struggles, our shortcomings and flaws, our hopes, our dreams. He is our marvelous Creator.
He is the only one who can (and will) guide us correctly, as we humbly pray to Him, trust and not lean on our own understanding. [Prov 3:5, 6] We all need our Creator, ALL of us. Great is His love for each one.
He is the only one who can (and will) guide us correctly, as we humbly pray to Him, trust and not lean on our own understanding. [Prov 3:5, 6] We all need our Creator, ALL of us. Great is His love for each one.
Never the Same Again
– The Tide has Turned
Yet, despite the falling away, which Christ foretold, there are those who stand their ground upon the Rock cleaving to our heavenly Father, through our Saviour and Redeemer, Yeshua the Christ (Jesus the Messiah).
We recognize each other, not just by our fruits and our love, but also because we have a kindred spirit, blended as one with the precious Holy Spirit of God. Yet, even still, we must be on guard because we were also forewarned about false teachers, false prophets, false "brethren".
We are taught that if Satan can appear as an angel of light, how much more can his ministers appear as ministers of righteousness. No matter how clever we think we are, how wise, how discerning, we all must remember (self included) that Satan was first created as a holy angel, who later rebelled.
At that point, his name changed from Lucifer (a title) to Satan (another title, meaning 'adversary' or 'opponent/opposer'), and a hostile, cruel and evil one at that! He hates all of God's creation, particularly mankind.
He enjoys covert actions and devious conspiracies and plans, yet in these dark and chaotic days, he has become much bolder and less hidden. Pride ruined him. However, despite blatant and open wicked deeds, he still prefers the slyness of operating in covert operations, cloaked in darkness and deception.
The beginning of sorrows has begun, but NOT the great tribulation...not yet. It’s at the doorstep, but it has not begun yet. I believe we are beginning to feel the birth pangs, but they are not heavy yet - the "contractions" are not close enough together, but the "events" are beginning to come closer together.
We are taught that if Satan can appear as an angel of light, how much more can his ministers appear as ministers of righteousness. No matter how clever we think we are, how wise, how discerning, we all must remember (self included) that Satan was first created as a holy angel, who later rebelled.
At that point, his name changed from Lucifer (a title) to Satan (another title, meaning 'adversary' or 'opponent/opposer'), and a hostile, cruel and evil one at that! He hates all of God's creation, particularly mankind.
He enjoys covert actions and devious conspiracies and plans, yet in these dark and chaotic days, he has become much bolder and less hidden. Pride ruined him. However, despite blatant and open wicked deeds, he still prefers the slyness of operating in covert operations, cloaked in darkness and deception.
The beginning of sorrows has begun, but NOT the great tribulation...not yet. It’s at the doorstep, but it has not begun yet. I believe we are beginning to feel the birth pangs, but they are not heavy yet - the "contractions" are not close enough together, but the "events" are beginning to come closer together.
God is
faithful to warn, and continue warning, sometimes for years (even decades, centuries) ahead of coming
judgment. But now the years are running out. It is soon upon all of creation.
Noah and all the prophets, as well as the words of our
Messiah are proof of this. But there comes a day when the warnings finally
stop, and the judgment falls upon the nations and the people.
The Creator never wanted people to come to Him out of fear, but out of the realization that He deeply loves us and the fact that we need Him. We were created to receive His love and to have relationship and fellowship with Him.
The Creator never wanted people to come to Him out of fear, but out of the realization that He deeply loves us and the fact that we need Him. We were created to receive His love and to have relationship and fellowship with Him.
Sound the Alarm
Back in December (2019), when I heard the shofar sound deep within
my spirit and after I had the open vision, I knew it was a warning because a
spirit of slumber was upon the land and upon many people (explained in more detail further on).
His love for us is beyond comprehension, but mankind has
pushed Him far away and turned to wicked ways and devices. Sin has cloaked the
world with false comforts, lies, illusions and deception. I am certain that
this is only a precursor of that which is to come. The great tribulation is at
the door, and the row of dominoes only needs one strong push for everything to
begin to come crashing down.
I am thinking that this is a trial run (a dress rehearsal), a very serious
simulation, but that the worst is yet to come. I think things will settle
down eventually, but only for a short season. Yet, even when it all settles, and
even if the economy seems to recover, it will not recover fully. The truth is
that things will never be the same again. Life as we have known it is a thing
of the past. All that God foretold , will and is coming to pass.
There is a push to cause the economy to crash, a push to bring
people under control, a push to bring down the numbers in the population in the world (depopulation),
and for those who remain, a push to worship a false Messiah, a false ‘god’. This was
all foretold.
Search the scriptures [Daniel, Ezekiel, Revelation et al] and see where we are at now; “see”
and “hear”
what the ancient prophets foretold, then look – see, hear and understand the
times we are in now.
How often are we reminded not to look at outward appearances
in fear and unbelief? But Jesus knows how difficult it is for our flesh to look away from alarming, frightful things in
the natural and to look to Him with trusting eyes. it is hard. Our eyes are "drawn" to things that are frightful, unknown, not understood...
He knows, and so He calls us
to draw nearer, closer to Him, going deeper, not in fear, but in trust. He will speak to each of us in
His way and in His timing, in ways that we will understand. That is a sure
thing.
He will stabilize; He will strengthen; He will restore peace
to our souls when we run and cleave to Him. We just need to take that step of
faith. It takes humbling ourselves and acknowledging how much we need Him, His
wisdom and direction. I know I sure do.
It takes truly trusting Him, despite what we see in the
natural. He knows how more difficult it is for people to trust these days. Yet we do well to not just remember, but to believe He is for us and not against.
People say God would never bring tragedies, not understanding the judgments of a holy and righteous God, who calls people to repentance through His Son, so we can be forgiven. Search the Word (Bible) and learn his holy, righteous ways and how he does indeed bring judgment against rebellious, disobedient people. God is a God of mercy and grace, but also of judgment and justice.
People say God would never bring tragedies, not understanding the judgments of a holy and righteous God, who calls people to repentance through His Son, so we can be forgiven. Search the Word (Bible) and learn his holy, righteous ways and how he does indeed bring judgment against rebellious, disobedient people. God is a God of mercy and grace, but also of judgment and justice.
There are times that He has to pull the rug out from under
us in order to get our attention. He allows what He allows for good reason.
“Awake,
awake, o sleeper”, (We hear His urging). “Arise, arise and stand, My
people. I am still the Lord of the battle. Do not bow to the spirit of fear.
Fear not. Trust! Nothing takes Me by surprise. Even when you do not understand,
trust that I know what I AM doing.”
He Always Forewarns
In December (2019), the day before Hanukkah ended (December 29th - it ended on the 30th), I had seen a dark gray (not black) silhouette of what appeared
to be an Israeli man dressed in a robe, with a head covering (veil), facing south (SE), blowing a shofar (ram’s
horn). I did not hear a sound when I witnessed the Israeli man (open vision), but I understood that it
was picture of a watchman “warning” of something. He was facing
south.
Some days later, a brother in Christ who was visiting with
his wife, used the compass on his cell and said the direction I pointed to when
I saw the vision of a man blowing the shofar facing was S-SE (southeast). I heard no sound at that time.
I had thought that his
facing south (south-east) pertained to Israel (but on a personal level, I thought of another country). Now I
wonder if the shofar was pointing S-SE,
warning of what would come, beginning in China, which is in the east (eastern hemisphere), with a latitude south of Canada.
Hence, the "S/SE" direction the man in the vision, blowing the ram's horn, was facing China, but I cannot say for certain. There is no way that the Lord revealed to me "China". I am stating it in hindsight, in seeking full interpretation is all.
I can only report how it was understood at that time, which I thought pertained to Israel and the country of a close friend. The Lord did lead me to tell others "wake up from spirit of slumber".
Hence, the "S/SE" direction the man in the vision, blowing the ram's horn, was facing China, but I cannot say for certain. There is no way that the Lord revealed to me "China". I am stating it in hindsight, in seeking full interpretation is all.
I can only report how it was understood at that time, which I thought pertained to Israel and the country of a close friend. The Lord did lead me to tell others "wake up from spirit of slumber".
It was not until later that day, deep within my spirit man,
I clearly heard the shofar. I did not hear it audibly, as when someone speaks to me, but rather, I heard it spiritually, deep within my spirit.
It is written in the article called “Once Upon a Mountaintop”. Even then, the last line I wrote was that “all believers are being called…now 2020.” (Januray 2020) The Lord saw what was coming and wanted us all to seek Him and pray. Covid-19 caused the Western Hemisphere to lock down in March 2020.
It is written in the article called “Once Upon a Mountaintop”. Even then, the last line I wrote was that “all believers are being called…now 2020.” (Januray 2020) The Lord saw what was coming and wanted us all to seek Him and pray. Covid-19 caused the Western Hemisphere to lock down in March 2020.
The following month, February (2020), after I posted the above article, in another article called: “Push
Away Satan’s Lies and Intimidation” under the subtitle “2020”, I wrote:
“The Lord showed me that 2020 would be a pivotal
year, the clash of the kingdoms. That tells me that great evil will boldly be
seen this year, such as witchcraft in entertainment in various arenas (some evil deceptively wrapped in attractive,
seducing ways), and some blatant, horrific wickedness, catastrophic events,
calamities and horrific events taking place, with destruction and death.
But also, we know judgments of a just and holy God are going
to be going down as well, and has begun (it
begins in His own house). [1Pet 4:17] Yet also, miracles that people have
been waiting for, some for decades, promises (visions/dreams/covenants-personal) being fulfilled; they will
happen, for the glory of God and to reap in yet more harvest before great
tribulation begins in full.
To what extent, I do not know. It will be global. It is the
clash of the kingdoms. Pray that neither your own heart or any devil, or any
false prophet deceive you. Jesus forewarned about the last days and false
prophets arising, speaking what the people want to hear, and showing forth
signs and lying wonders.
(End of excerpt
from “Push
Away Satan’s Lies and Intimidation”, posted February 14, 2020)
I must add this at this time (March 19, 2020). If you have been waiting for the fulfillment of a
vision, dream, personal covenant between you and the Lord, or a prophetic word
to come to pass, I urge you to once more (yet
again) get before the Lord and humbly ask Him if it is of Him. He will not
mind our asking. He told us to try every spirit to see if it is of Him [1Jn
4:1], and in so doing, it is an act of obedience, not an act born out of
unbelief.
Perhaps the Holy Spirit will lead you into a fast. However
he leads, do it. I myself have sought God for this very reason, to know HIS
truth and what he would say regarding the matter. I asked the Holy Spirit to
gird me up, brace me for whatever the Father would say, through Jesus (Yeshua). He will not deceive us. He
cannot. If we seek truth, we will find it in Him.
God is the God of truth. His very Spirit is Spirit and
truth. And Jesus (Yeshua) is the way, the truth and the life. Yes, the God of
Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; the God of Israel will indeed speak truth to us when
we humbly cry out to Him for truth in all things, no matter what. He is
Faithful and True.
[Rev 19:11]
His Calling is a Sure
Sound
“Understand the times you are in. Understand the call to repentance; the call to holiness and the call to obedience. Stand strong
in faith. I am positioning My people. Those who obey shall take the forefront
to speak to the multitudes. Those who mingle the precious with the vile, the
clean with the unclean and the holy with the unholy shall weep, as they are
brought low and are passed over. Repent and believe.
(Note*- I have to interject that “passed over” does NOT mean God will leave or forsake us.
It is always a personal decision to leave or forsake God. What ‘passed over’ means,
if that is the case in our situation, is that we must repent of whatever the
Holy Spirit reveals to us individually.
The Lord will not use
those who have strange fire, or use mixture (compromise) in their walk. We cannot have one foot in
the world and the other in God’s kingdom. It’s all or nothing. Repent, and just
as with Nineveh, and many other examples, God forgives and leads accordingly,
to accomplish His will for our lives. BP-March
2020)
Fear not. Babylon is full of confusion and tyranny. Do not
give up. Focus on Your Saviour, Redeemer and King and read the scriptures. The
light in many of the church leaders has become dim, for they seek to satisfy
the world and compromise the very gospel.
Yet, even amongst the church leaders is a remnant who walk
in My ways and My will. They lead the people in truth, far from the traditions
of men and the doctrines of demons. They do not compromise with the world.
(End of excerpt
from February’s article, “Push
Away Satan’s Lies…” under the subtitle, “Call to Repentance and the Word”
Also in that same article, I posted a word written September
2007 and posted October 3, 2007. It was entitled, “Winds Are Changing – Great Darkness”. Under the subtitle, “Beginning of Sorrows”, I shared a word
the Lord placed in my heart, which follows.
“The beginning of
sorrows already has started and many, many there are that do know this, but
many of My people are becoming confused, frustrated, beaten down. Walking in
love and faith are challenged like never before.
This is happening in
all nations and its people these days, including My people. Countless numbers
are experiencing things coming at them in every direction – onslaughts
increasing – they bear heavy burdens which weaken them, taking their inner
strength.
They feel beaten down,
desperately alone, grossly misunderstood, grievously torn – the strength of
their heart poured out – in a dry place [drylands] – a wilderness. People are
becoming impatient with each other and many relationships are being destroyed. The
work of flesh and the enemy increases.
Hear this carefully.
The adversary is roaming as a roaring lion seeking whom He may devour, for the
beasts are arising…the dragon is near. He counterfeits every good work I do,
but the fruit of his work leads to corruption, division, destruction and chaos.”
Further on, under the subtitle, “Winds are Changing”:
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. [2Chr 7:14 – see also 15]
--(in verse 13, the Lord
God spoke to Solomon that if there
were no rain, and He sent devouring locusts, and pestilence (emphasis mine as of
today-March 19, 2020, for reasons
that weren’t understood at the time of writing, but are now understood) (in other words, if He sent his judgments
upon his people), then in verse 15, He promises he will be attentive to the
prayers of his people if they do what he says in verse 14)
(I posted the scriptures: John 14:6; Is 61:1; Ps 34:18 and
Mat 11:28)
For as the shadow of great evil has cast itself over the
land, as the wicked one arises, NOW is the TIME to abide, clinging to the Vine
(Jesus); for we are at the end of the age.
(End of 2007 excerpt
posted on “Push Away Satan’s Lies…”) but I went on in that same article to post
Psalm 91, which was originally reposted in December 2018 in Just
One Stone – Don’t Give Up (part 4) ) Furthermore in that article, the Lord
forewarned of impending danger or impending judgment.
Two years later, we become aware of the novel coronavirus, nCOVID-19 as of December 2019,
(At the time of the article posted at the
end of December, 2019, the virus was only known as a novel coronavirus (nCovid-19), and
that it began in China). Now, according to all reports, it has spread
globally. The Lord fairly warns.
Also in December 2019,
I wrote about a brief open vision (a
snapshot) of a (very real looking)
roaring lion, which I believed was not just a personal warning, but a corporate
one. I urged that we should keep alert and be prayerful. I also mentioned two
other things that came to the forefront: highway of holiness [and the] way
of the cross (die to self (the
fleshly desires) daily).
The Lord warned that a storm was on the horizon and was
intensifying, in December 2018.
Now (March 2020), the storm is upon the world. Yet He still says to those abiding in Jesus,” Fear NOT! I AM Sovereign. I AM fully in control and fully aware of all that is
happening.”
Please understand that on my own I know nothing more than
the next person. Only the Lord does. He speaks to all of His children, ALL of
us. I am simply sharing that which He gave me. Others have further messages. It
is how our Lord does it, I believe, to keep us from pride or from thinking more
highly of ourselves than we ought. It is all to HIS GLORY alone! Bless the name
of the Lord. Hallelujah!
Event 201
Below are links to a meeting called, Event 201 – A Global Pandemic
Exercise. It was held by John Hopkins Society, World Economic Forum
and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It was an exercise that began Oct
18, 2019 and ran until December 19, 2019 (ending
just a week or so before China announced that a new virus was making its people
sick). The exercise took place at the Pierre Hotel in New York, NY.
The six videos are divided into segments that were filmed,
covering a pandemic tabletop exercise that spreads out over the course of 3.5
hours. Although some news reports made it sound like the 3.5 hours were covered
in one day, at the beginning of videos, a speaker gives the date, so in
actuality, it was spread out over the course of a couple of months, from
October 18, 2019 to December 19, 2019, but all told, apparently all segments
covered a three and a half hour period.
The Meeting
Oddly, it began (interestingly
enough – “hypothetically in China”)…yes, hypothetically, a random,
coincidental guess (forgive the slight
sarcasm). The “Event 201” (101 (basics)?) describes scenarios that
are identical to what is happening globally right now. It’s mind-boggling; however, on the same
website is a disclaimer.
“Center for Health Security”, posted the information I use
about the event, which can be found here. From
their newsroom, the Center for Health Security issued a Statement of
Clarification regarding Event 201.
To be fair, below is the STATEMENT (link found below), released
by the Center for Health Security.
[quote below]
In October 2019, the John Hopkins Center for Health Security
hosted a pandemic tabletop exercise called Event 201 with partners, the World
Economic Forum and the Bill & Melina Gates Foundation. Recently, the Center
for Health Security has received questions about whether that pandemic exercise
predicted the current novel coronavirus outbreak in China.
To be clear, the Center for Health Security and partners did
not make a prediction during our tabletop exercise. For the scenario, we
modeled a fictional coronavirus pandemic, but we explicitly stated that it was
not a prediction. Instead, the exercise served to highlight preparedness and
response challenges that would likely arise in a very severe pandemic.
We are not now predicting that the nCoV-2019 outbreak will
kill 65 million people. Although our tabletop exercise included a mock novel
coronavirus, the inputs we used for modeling the potential impact of that
fictional virus are not similar to nCoV-2019.
[end quote] Statement
of Clarification
About
The people in the videos that the team of experts watches
are actors: the reporter at GNN ( a
fictitious news agency “Global News Network”, which is most likely a take on CNN), the “social media experts”, (actors) are supposed to represent Mark
Zukerberg (CEO of Facebook) and Susan
Wojcicki (Youtube CEO)
– They are not
identified as these people, nor does it state anywhere who they represent, but
it is rather obvious who the “social media experts” represent, judging by the
statements they make.
The actual audience is made up of an “Invitation-Only” group of 130 people, likely members of the press
mingled in the crowd. The videos on Youtube are available to all (that is, the parts of the “exercise” that
were filmed).
There are six videos that are divided up to cover the 3.5
hour total time period. Keep a listening ear and you will hear a female that coughs exactly the same way, same length, same number of [dry] coughs, identically
every time (power of suggestion).
Her cough will be heard at random times throughout all the
videos. Do you cough exactly the same way all the time? I do not, but this
person has a consistent, patterned cough. Either that or a cough was recorded
and added in to the sound track randomly throughout the filming of the exercise
to help the viewer to remember how many (all) viruses spread in public places…of course.
Once you hear the cough and pay attention to the pattern,
you will understand what I mean. It is almost like a repetitious timestamp. The
links of the six segments of “Event 201”
will be below. Pandemic or PLANdemic?
How is it they knew “hypothetically” that the next virus would be a respiratory
disease, and that it would begin in China, out of all the places in the world
where a pandemic could start?
It has been reported that the WHO (World Health Organization) has held over 50 staged scenarios
worldwide in recent years. I do not have documentation of that statement,
outside of the report on the telegraph.co.uk
website that covers the Event 201 exercise.
Interestingly enough, the Telegraph named the news report: “Disease X dummy run: World health experts
prepare for a deadly pandemic and its fallout” (posted October 19, 2020)
Who Are the
Players? (Pictures and names (with links to bios)
of the comity of actual participants, (not actors at all), but prominent
members in their various fields, who were “tasked
with leading the policy response to a "fictional outbreak" scenario
in the Event 201 pandemic tabletop exercise”).
I know the Health Center released a Statement of
Clarification, and yes, it is true that epidemics happen often and pandemics also
have been known to happen, such as Ebola (now
factually considered to be man-made) and the Zika virus pandemic (which hit 82 countries in 2016, but did not
have the effect n-CoV is having).
The reason why it is difficult for most people who have
heard of Event 201 not to think this outbreak was preplanned is that Event 201
ended just immediately prior to the China virus being announced publicly in MSM
(mainstream media).
Multitudes are convinced that the Freemasons, Illuminati,
global elites, powers that be…whatever way one chooses to call them, believe in
“hiding things in plain sight”.
To
inform people of events before they happen is par for the course, but in that
way, it can be denied and said to be coincidental when the ‘real event’ takes place, (And it’s a fact that that is how Satan and
his dark agents work).
Clade X, Dark
Winter, and Atlantic
Storm are three other
exercises that the John Hopkins Society carried out previously.
Home page for Event 201 (information on the exercise)
Event
201 – Pandemic Exercise: Highlights Reel (Introductory Video - was held in
October to December 2019 (eerily similar to COVID-19)
Segment 3-Event Exercise: Finance Discussion (Nov
29, 2019), date session held. (Coincidentally, this discussion was filmed a
month before the COVID-19 was reported in media). In this segment, the board’s
discussion centers around a global economic crisis, due to the pandemic. Also
mentioned are the topics of slowing air travel, staying home from work, closing
schools (keeping safe distancing),
disrupting supply chains, interfering with our reliable channels of
communication and news.
As of March
17, 2020 we have gotten as far as air travel, staying home (work) and closing schools, sports
events, libraries, concerts, gyms, movies, zoos and many restaurants in many,
if not all, countries around the world.
(They
discuss emergency funds running out – funding if necessary – (and if losses are greater financially
despite having fewer cases – in Event 201) Interestingly enough, Prime
Minister Trudeau announced Monday, March 16, 2020 that the Canadian government
would be spending $100 BN (billion) to bail out businesses who suffer in this
time.
In Event
201, they state that years later, when the full effects of the pandemic are
felt, it will push the world into a long period of slow growth – with a huge
loss of workers and customers that could well parallel the great depression of
1929/30.
So-called social
media expert (actor for Facebook) states that countries need to make
great efforts to end the incorrect info. Claims were made that it the
false posts would “keep the pandemic from
ending “and might even lead to the “fall of governments, as seen in Arab Spring” (a dramatic
“reasoning”-BP).
Furthermore,
it was stated that if a solution means “controlling” and “reducing”
access to information (internet),
it’s a good choice (Facebook ‘social ‘expert’(actor) says) Youtube “expert”
states it is political leaders themselves putting out the wrong info and “fake
news”, not necessarily trolls.
Segment
5: Hotwash and Conclusion (this
segment: “Global Preparedness Monitoring Board” says there should
be a series of “simulations”
that take place globally (this was mentioned 2x in the video and agreed upon
by all members (who are NOT
actors) at the table).
The logic
behind the simulations was so countries (governments), health agencies
and businesses (with use of military ‘if
necessary’) can “work together”
and “predict” what will happen. The
possibility of “civil unrest”
is discussed, with the confidence that the ‘military is ready’.
Simulations
would help governments learn what the reaction
of their ‘citizens’ would be, and how things must be in place ahead of time in
the event of a fast-spreading coronavirus – especially with the reality of the
spread of mis or disinformation, border control, “panic and neglect”, and more.
One rep at
table mentions that it’s not “purely the goodwill of people coming together”,
but the “real accountability to agents who are behind or advocating for a ‘stronger
global government’ but a ‘practical one’, where WHO (World
Health Organization) will do everything.”
The
Canadian rep (Tim Evans) further states: “…but it’s that the various
constituencies that have to be mobilized have identified, what I would call
SOPs (standard operating
procedure), who have to move forward in discreet areas that we know are going to be critical in moving
this AGENDA…” (interesting choice of word-BP)
In one portion, an "actor" in one of the videos flashes the "6" hand signal three times, indicating "666". Coincidence?
In this discussion, it states that there is a shortage of
physicians and care providers striking due to ‘lack of pay’, ‘long hours’ (exhaustion), ‘inadequate staff and shortage
of necessary equipment’ etc, and how it should be handled…
Watch the
videos for yourself and see how closely it has played out to what is actually
happening now in countries
around the globe. It is unbelievably accurate to how things are proceeding. I
reckon that is why they are called “experts”?
I am unsure
if this link provides recent updates, but it is a link to the
PDF that the WHO put together with global statistics regarding the spread
and report of the nCoV-19.
UPDATE: (as of March 22, 2020) – this link
is from the World
Health Forum, which ironically was one of the sponsors of the Event 201
pandemic exercise. It has the latest updates and statistics regarding the
coronavirus, COVID-19.
Truth or Fiction?
Ryan begins by stating that in January 2010, Project Camelot
received 11 pages of information form an insider who insisted on anonymity, but
attended an informal meeting in the city of London five years earlier (2005) of
a group identified as a ‘band of brothers’.
There was a lot disclosed apparently, which I am not going
to delve into here. It mentioned plans that were already intended to be carried
out, but the only thing is that the timing was off (much of it was supposed to happen over a decade ago).
I will put a link to the transcript below. What caught my
attention was the mention of something that sounds like what is happening now.
Remember, this was disclosed and the video posted on Youtube 10 years ago.
The anonymous source said that there was a plan for a covert
release of a biological weapon, targeted against the Chinese (yes, China – again - BP).
He noted how the men in the group all laughed when they said the plan
would begin when “China will catch a
cold”, (speaking of a very serious virus, which would actually be a
biological weapon).
He stated that the biological warfare would spread even
further, to the west, and that the infrastructure would be critically weakened.
In the meeting, individuals were stating that the biological weapon was
intended to bring about suspicions and accusations between world leaders.
It was noted that the “Chinese
cold” would be just the beginning because “real war” (WWIII) would be triggered and become widespread with a
great loss of life. The anonymous source stated that the intent was that between
the deaths caused by spread of the biological weapon, followed by a real war,
would reduce the population by 50%.
He stated that the first two world wars were set up for the
final (apocalyptic) third world war,
with a well-planned financial collapse. The dates were off again, as this was all
to happen by October 2008. The source further stated that a geophysical event
was expected to take place, one that would affect the entire world (such as an asteroid). It was expected
sometime within the next decade (so
anytime up to 2018), AFTER the nuclear war.
When asked why a third world war would be initiated, along
with an economic collapse, if a geophysical event was expected that would be
cataclysmic, the answer was that a “new
world” could be set up from a post-catastrophic world. Totalitarian control
structures would be set up by the “controllers” at the “demands of the people”,
who wanted order to be established once again.
The plan is very racist and evil. Although in the 2005
meeting it was called “The Anglo-Saxon
Mission”, apparently meetings originally began in 1976 with the push for
the “dawning of a new day”. But I would
dare to say that it goes much farther back, before the world wars and further.
It is Satan’s agenda, but God gave us His Word that describes it all
accurately. He knows the end from the beginning.
It sounds like a Luciferian (Satanic) wicked plan to bring in the Antichrist, but of course, no
such thing is mentioned in the video. Bill Ryan is a fan of David Icke, who
believes we are ‘gods’ who lost the knowledge of our power.
Unfortunately, the latter portion of the
Youtube video is totally New Age. Bill Ryan is a fan of David Icke and
praises his work. I have rarely listened to Icke because long ago, I learned of
his New Age or “spiritual” beliefs. He believes that the serpent had sex with
Eve in the Garden of Eden and that Cain was a ‘part reptilian, part human’
child, and that the hidden “reptilian
race” upon earth was the result.
He is well-known for stating that he believes that the
British royals are shape-shifters, from the “reptilian race”. He also posits “infinite
consciousness”, and that we (mankind)
are all immortal ‘gods’, who have lost the knowledge of our power in
times past.
In the video (about the 18 minute mark), you will notice Bill Ryan form the infamous “number 6” hand signal (which many say is simply the “OK” sign). Another coincidence?
A transcript
of the interview, from the same anonymous source that sent 11 pages to Bill
Ryan, at Project Camelot can be found at the link above, “transcript of…etc”.
Project Avalon is run by the same man (Bill Ryan).
The beginning of the video posted 10 years ago that mentions
a biological weapon released on the Chinese is in the video called, Anglo-Saxon
Mission. Avoid the New Age rhetoric that begins approximately midway through
the video. It is pagan and false doctrine.
I merely mention the video because of the eerie mention of the
biological weapon released in China (ten
years (2010) before the fact
[2020])
I do not know much more than that about the man because
I stopped listening when I heard the above New Age (pagan) gibberish. It reminds me of what the talking
serpent said to Eve in the Garden of Eden, when he was working on deceiving her.
For
God does know that in the day you eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened,
and you shall be as gods, knowing good and evil. [Gen
3:5]
Sovereign
God
About two months
ago, I was driving to town early (about
8AM) when I saw about a dozen soldiers (some
kneeling, some standing, some on bellies) all in full gear (helmets, protective chest shields,
camouflage etc) aiming weapons with scopes, all facing a “commander” who
was talking to them.
In my
spirit, I heard “this is what is coming”.
I understood at the same time, not to fear, and that it would not be “immediate”. So far (as of March 19, 2020) there is no
martial law or military involvement. I sense this “pandemic” is a trial run (albeit a most serious one), but worse is
coming…just as Yeshua (Jesus)
foretold.
It was back in June 2019 that I noticed something strange on the police cars. On the top of the roof (at the front) were the letters "UN" for United Nations. I live outside a small town in the Rockies. What are UN police cars doing here, or why have the local police cars put the letters UN on their vehicles (if that's the case).
Strange happenings. There is also a UN armoured tank on a piece of military property. God is opening our eyes. We are to be watchmen. It was likely a month and a half to two months later, I mentioned it to brethren in the next town who come this way a lot. They had not noticed, so I showed them pictures of at least 10 vehicles in the police parking lot with the UN letters clearly showings. We need to pray and ask God whatever is on our hearts - get wisdom.
What a good God to forewarn us! He does not want us to fear or panic, but stay close to Him and follow His lead. He is our hope, our strong tower, our refuge, an ever present help in trouble, He who will direct our paths (He urges us to trust him and not lean on our own understanding).
Strange happenings. There is also a UN armoured tank on a piece of military property. God is opening our eyes. We are to be watchmen. It was likely a month and a half to two months later, I mentioned it to brethren in the next town who come this way a lot. They had not noticed, so I showed them pictures of at least 10 vehicles in the police parking lot with the UN letters clearly showings. We need to pray and ask God whatever is on our hearts - get wisdom.
What a good God to forewarn us! He does not want us to fear or panic, but stay close to Him and follow His lead. He is our hope, our strong tower, our refuge, an ever present help in trouble, He who will direct our paths (He urges us to trust him and not lean on our own understanding).
Sometimes
when I lean on my logic and not take it to the Lord first, I can mess up, and
sadly, I have at times. I’ve learned that these days, I need His direction in
everything…we all do. And so great is His love for us, He will gladly lead us, but we have to be willing to obey, and not just willing, but carry out obedience,,,and it can be hard sometimes.
There is hope for our future because eternity can be spent with our Creator, if
we accept Christ Jesus as our Lord and Saviour. He is the WORD (of God) that came ion the flesh and comes in the flesh (sweet surrender).
Anyway,
to be forewarned is to be forearmed as the adage goes. Be much blessed and very safe. This
article is presented with love, emphatically stating that Christ is our hope in
glory.
To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. [Colossians 1:27]
for His glory alone
Bonita dovesofthevalleys4@gmail.com
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