Strong Ones

  

Strong Ones

[Updated 1:45 AM-Jan28.2026 May this article bless you, and may Yahweh be glorified through Jesus -BP]

Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. [1Cor 16:13] ESV

To those who have been standing strong, with silent cries, wailing silently [literally], holding back all sound so no one hears but God. Silent tears flowing down your face as if a leak had sprung somewhere in that invisible connection between the heart and the eyes.

It is written that Yahweh collects our tears in a bottle. (That is how precious our tears are to Him.) Does He send forth a holy angel to collect them? Does He command another holy one to mark that precious time in a book of records, for the day comes when you will be given a crown for it? 

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You have kept count of my tossing [restlessness]; and put my tears in your bottle: are they not in Your book? When I cry to You, then shall my enemies turn back: this I know; for God is for me. [Ps 56:8-9]

Trials upon earth always end, even when they seem to be endless. The remnant of the Lord have groaned like Job, like Abraham, like Joseph, like Elijah, like so many of the remnant that have gone before you - groaning at what seems like a most difficult season that will never end.

Waiting and trust are two of the hardest lessons God's people must learn. Now is the time the enemy is doing all he can to make the true believers give up, to fall away. Ask Abraham. God is 'always' right on time. We are the impatient ones. Yes, waiting has always been a hard lesson. You are doing well.

Trusting anyone that we can see in a world such as this seems an impossibility, yet God is a profound teacher. He knows precisely how to teach us to trust Him, whom we cannot see. There are different levels of trust. Can you trust Yahweh that He will provide your next meal? 

Indeed, He fed the multitudes with two fish and five loaves of bread [miracle of the 5000] [Jn 6:13] with twelve baskets left over. When the godly widow of Zaraphath gathered up her mustard seed of faith, along with every ounce of trust in God she could muster, to selflessly make a little cake for Elijah the prophet, what happened?

She took the last of her oil and flour (which were to be the last meal for her son and her before they die in the famine). What was she thinking as it baked over the open fire and she glanced over at her young son? Yet, her faith and trust was rewarded. Indeed, Jehovah Jireh [the Lord will provide] came through.

He provided for the widow, making sure she had enough oil and flour to feed both her and her son for the duration of the famine. Yet, there are different levels of trust. How so? It is one thing to trust God for your next meal.

However, can you trust the same God if you have been given a diagnosis of a terminal illness? Leprosy in ancient times, and even in times not so long ago (late 1800s), was a death sentence.

Yet Jesus healed lepers. Can you trust God for healing? That is the different levels of trust. It is one thing to trust for your next meal and another to trust for something that has no cure. Whether you are healed on earth or when you meet the Lord, will you trust Him?

God will lead you. He will let you know. He speaks through His written Word (the Word is active, alive and speaks into today's situations). And even if you beg to be taken home, like Elijah, like Moses did, like many others who said, "It's enough!", you too will come through this time victoriously. 

You are already doing it; it just has not been easy, but you have not given up. You are still hoping, still trusting, still waiting. 

As everything in the world aligns for the prophetic time of the lawless one, so it is aligning for the promises many have been LONG waiting for...and never gave up, though it felt like it at times. You never let go when others did.

You hung in there with a mustard seed of faith [Mat 17:20], as small as it is, you held fast. That is why the opposition has been so strong, so chaotic, so confusing, so difficult. It is not punishment; it is a sure sign that you are about to enter into your promises.

When it was Stephen's time, or Paul's time, or Peter's time to leave this earth because of the hour of their persecution was upon them, as was their appointed time, God will give supernatural strength in that hour. They also 'knew' it was their time. They were not deceived. Fear not.

Whether you are walking into your promises or into eternity with the living God through Jesus Christ, His shalom covers - you will know. Give glory to a good and just God who watches over His own in this sinful, corrupted, defiled world.

Standing on the Word of God, speaking any one of the precious names or titles of our Creator, Yahweh, El Shaddai, running to Jesus, abiding  that is, clinging to Him like healthy grapes cling to a strong vine. You are a strong one.

The name above all names is like a strong tower, surrounding you with walls of strength and comfort – you sense the safety that lies in Him. You are a strong one for the joy of the Lord is your strength. [Neh 8:10]

                             

The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous run into it, and is safe. [Prov 18:10]

In God will I praise His Word: in the Lord will I praise His Word. In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do to me. [Ps 56:10-11]

The reality of the spiritual warfare you are involved in even stings your nose. You are not afraid; you are tired. You are not giving up; you need rest. You have asked Father to send forth holy angels and assign them to keep your arms lifted up in prayer much like Aaron and Hur kept up the arms of Moses.

He will do something even more profound to remind you of His love and that no person, no demon, not even the devil himself can interfere and stop Yahweh’s love for you. The God of providence finds profound ways to assure you He is with you, such as stumbling across a random post out of billions on the internet – like this one.

For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, [nothing] shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. [Rom 8:38-39]

Hold up your shield of faith; hold fast to trust.

Yea, before the day was, I AM He; and there is none that can deliver out of My hand: I will work, and who can turn it back? [Is 44:13] ESV

I AM the LORD, your Holy One, the Creator of Israel, your King. Thus says the LORD, who makes a way  Lord. [Rom 8:38-39]

Hold up your shield of faith; hold fast to trust.

Yea, before the day was I AM He; and there is none that can deliver out of My hand: I will work, and who can turn it back? [Is 44:13]  KJV

I AM the LORD, your Holy in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters; who brings forth the chariot and horse, the army and warrior [the power]; they shall lie down together, they shall not rise: they are extinguished, they are quenched like a wick. 

He tells us to forget the past. It can serve no purpose. Do not let it define you. Allow Abba  to mold you into a vessel unto honour through which He will be glorified. You did not allow the long wait to make you bitter. Instead you cut the bitter root to the quick, with forgiving love

 

 Remember not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall you not perceive [know] it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.  [Is 43:15-19]  KJV                 

Hope for the hopeless; courage for the discouraged; strength for the weak; truth for those once deceived.

Yeshua/Jesus is the way the truth and the life, and no one goes to the Father but through (by) Him. [Jn 14:6] NSAB

for His glory alone

Bonita                                   dovesoftehvalleys4@gmail.com

Yahweh's Year-Remember Providence

 

NOTE: I will be adding pictures over the next day. Updates will be noted when they are done. The next post will hopefully be within the next couple of days. I am seriously planning to open a YouTube channel. 

I have no camera but neither do others, but I can surely do something. The facts are that things are moving so quickly, it is difficult for me to do research. I do not want to spend hours researching only to find out that I unknowingly contributed to handing out misinfo. or disinformation, or worse, deception.

The world is crying out for truth, and I pray He comes soon. Jesus! (Yeshua) He IS the way, the TRUTH and the life, and no one comes to God but through Him.

Will keep you posted (pun intended...it's okay to smile awhile) - End note BP

The Chaos of Distractions

For almost two years, readers have seen the word “distractions” mentioned on this site. The uptick has now become noticeable plethora of distractions feels chaotic, and that is one of the wiles of the devil.

And although his tactics involve busyness, doubts, interruptions, hindrances, and other ‘worries’, social media and news, with all the various platforms is one of Satan’s more successful breeding grounds. A perfect tool for deception.

The pull away from God/Jesus is very subtle when it comes to social media and news if we do not stay guarded. It is so easy to get caught up in hours of scrolling, which not only diverts our attention, it will progressively fracture [fragment] our focus.

But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me! [Lk 10:40] ESV

Martha was busy doing preparations for her company. She was distracted from being with Jesus, whereas Mary was not. She sat at His feet and listened.

Let your eyes look directly forward; and your gaze be straight before you. [Prov4:25] ESV

With the cross before you, and the world behind you. Those are the words to the hymn, “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”. Distractions come at us from every direction ‘except’ straight ahead.

The distractions that come into our life are to draw us away from Jesus and to keep our focus on anything and everything but the Lord. So much information coming at us, and so many things demanding our attention, it does become overwhelming and chaotic.

The dizziness, busyness, and chaotic disarray swirling around us now is nothing compared to what is coming. Jesus has been preparing his people all along with repetitious trials and tribulations. When we put on our armour, as instructed, and having done all, to stand, then stand (and wait upon the Commander-in-Chief is all we can do.

I have fallen down that ‘social media’ bottomless pit when doing research, and would still be falling if the Holy Spirit had not caught me. It is so easy to go down a rabbit hole and get lost in the tunnel network. When you come back up out of the rabbit hole, you are so far from the original one you entered, you cannot find it.

Our Safety Net

The Lord corrects us, chastens us so that we will learn (if we are willing). Well over a decade ago, the Holy Spirit deposited a quote (it is HIS quote because it has not been said before in the words which He gave me).

It was during a season where I was searching for truth, but was concerned if something I believed was truth or deception. The quote: I would rather walk in the humility of correction than in the error of pride – Holy Spirit (envoy – BP)

I do not consider myself to be a humble soul, but I truly would rather be corrected than to walk around thinking something is right when it is actually wrong, if I had actually fallen into deception.

As for social media, I absolutely avoided it for years. (You cannot miss what you have never known.) My concern back then was being influenced by people instead of by God when giving a message from him. A reason arose where I finally decided to get on the social media train, only the Lord ended up intervening.

If the Holy Spirit had not caught me, I would likely still be falling, falling, falling further away from Jesus and my time with Him. Scripture warns us that the devil is crafty and subtle, but most of us figure we are clever enough to avoid the trap.

Then, without even realizing it, we become addicted to rapid-fire information that we can pick and choose with our “likes”, “dislikes”, and “follows”. Everyone seems to mention ‘algorithms’ and “subscribe”; yet every subscribe requests money to join.

Most creators of channels on YouTube are monetized. Many of the Christian false prophets and false teachers have become millionaires as a result. Even their websites ask to donate.

Billionaires like Erika Kirk, who has accused others of riding on the coattails of her (late) husband (recently mentioned on tour with TPUSA Faith) is doing the same thing herself – using Charlie’s name to generate donations.

Golden Age or Great Reset

That is something that will be discussed later on, but for now, it is more important that we come to understand that all these distractions are to keep us from what is really going on very quickly, and that is setting things up for the “Great Reset” or for what was once called the “New World Order”, likely Trump’s “Golden Age”.

Distractions are not only coming at us via the internet (social media and news reports), but they come at us on the home front. There have been more interruptions, hindrances, and distractions coming at work [for multitudes] and the home front that it is nearly impossible to believe, but it is a fact.

As the clock keeps ticking toward the time of the revealing of the lawless one, the son of perdition, ‘distractions’ are more alluring, more powerful, and more chaotic – but Yahweh is greater!

As if that were not enough, the adversary continues to come against God’s people. The way Satan attacks often depends upon a nations’ circumstances, whether it is war, terrorism, persecution, unrest or disaster.

All nations are guilty of deception at high levels, which has been evidenced throughout history, international relations (studies) and political science. I have not delved deeply into these subjects as they are not my forte; however, even a brief review of sources indicate that deception is nothing new in the political arena.

What we are seeing in the political arena lately is a plethora of distractions that leave behind a trail of chaos and confusion. It is all part of the plan, remember what people just a few years back stated. The Illuminati will bring forth “order out of chaos”, and many believe that to be the son of perdition, the lawless one.

However, it is not only what is going on in the headlines that distracts and brings chaos and confusion, but the same rings true on a more personal level. Not only do I see it or hear about it, I too am living it. We need Jesus – the whole world does, yet dangerously, the world is looking to the wrong source to “fix things”.

I am repeating myself in part because it is worth repeating. We have entered a time zone where there is no time to mess around. No more sitting on the fence. It is now time to take your stand.

Remember Providence

Remember this and stand firm, recall it to mind, you transgressors; Remember the former things of old; for I AM God, and there is no other. I AM God and there is none like Me, declaring the end from the beginning, and the ancient times things not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will accomplish all My purpose. [Is 46:8-10] ESV

Families are being torn apart. Friendships and other close relationships are being targeted for destruction. Not only do believers need to have the full armour of God on (which includes footwear = feet shod in the preparation of the gospel of peace), but we need our Commander-in-Chief giving us orders.

But remember providence. We need to ask ourselves why God is allowing this. Scripture holds the answer, as always. I remember back before I committed, when the Lord (in a dream) referenced scripture about being “sifted as wheat”.

Remember, the apostle Peter was told by Jesus that Satan had desired to sift him [Peter] like wheat, but Jesus assured the apostle that He had prayed for Peter.

And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has desire to have you, that he may sift you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, that your faith not fail, and when you are converted, strengthen your brethren. [Lk 22:31-32]

I was warned in a dream, backed up by scripture, yet I am safe in saying that it pertains to all who give their lives to Jesus. Never have I been so hungry for the WORD of God as I am these days.

This is happening right now to God’s people. This desire is not fear driven; it is the longing for wisdom and instruction, yes, but more importantly, with the good work Yahweh has done in us, there is that earnest desire to obey, to be in His will. Therein lies peace.

True happiness, peace and satisfaction only comes when we are uncompromisingly in God’s will. Discernment is no longer optional. It demands our consistent vigilance. Satan is not only attacking individuals, churches, and organizations anymore. He is conditioning the world and setting the stage for the lawless one.

This has been going on for decades, but the escalation is noticeable now. Time seems to have lost itself in ‘fast forward’; as the days seem to be flying by. Many people feel maxed out, physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

In Faith, Hold Tightly to Jesus as the Winds Threaten Separation

If I could encourage you in any way, it would be this: to understand that the ‘targeting’, and the relentless use of distractions is twofold. Firstly, the intent is to separate, to divide families, friendships, brethren, and even nations.

Satan always counterfeits what God is doing. The apostle Peter exhorted us to not consider our trials and tribulations as strange because our faith is being tried. People often say they have faith, but the depth and reality of faith must be proven.

It will reveal how genuine faith is after the fires and wild winds of trials and tribulations knock faith around, shaking fiercely, like the sifting of wheat. The shaking tests the strength and genuineness of faith.

The wheat stands humbly, with heads bowed due to the weight of the fruit (grain). Tares stand proudly, but that reveals their lack of fruit (no weight to their faith). It is false, empty, unfruitful.

In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith – more precious than gold that perishes thought it is tested by fire – may be found to result in praise and glory and honour at the revelation of Jesus Christ. [1Pet1:6-7]

Two or three years back, the Lord reminded us that it is written in His Word that He is separating cattle from cattle, rams from sheep. In other words, the separating was going to be amongst the same kind; sheep from sheep.

We have been in preparation mode for several years now. He is faithful to complete the work He began in us from the beginning.

Secondly, the distractions are designed to draw attention and focus away from Jesus/Yeshua and redirect it toward the major events unfolding around the world because this is the time that we need to be vigilant in prayer, faith and strength.

These are no small distractions. They threaten world peace, shatter the confidence in world leaders, erode the hope in spiritual leaders, and destroy all trust in the media, governments, and people in general.

The Real and the Imitation

The Holy Scriptures speak of a lawless one, a son of perdition, but what form this will take, we do not know. It may be a human [homo sapiens] or a ProtoClone [a highly advanced humanoid].

Keep the latter in mind, considering the age of technology we have been in for decades. It is going forward with nothing holding it back.

Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall NOT COME, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God. [2Thes 2:4] (Emphasis mine-BP)

Or perhaps it may take the form of a ‘beast system’ that presents itself through an image or manifestation, one reminiscent of the creation called, ‘The Giant’, “a programmable, moving statue 10-stories tall and covered with millions of LED pixels”, capable of taking on the appearance of any person. SOURCE: azcentral

Regardless of the form, the purpose remains the same: deception (Jesus made a strong reference to this in the latter days), distraction, and the drawing away of hearts from the truth.

We are hardwired with instincts to ensure survival. These biological impulses are innate (inborn, natural). Instincts are not something we learn; they are automatic (instantaneous), unconscious reactions.

Discernment is not something everyone has. When we are ‘born again’, the Holy Spirit, which is the essence, the very presence of God grants us discernment. The Holy Spirit leads us into all truth – that would include discernment.

In these last days, just as the Bible instructs us to fill our lamps with oil – that ‘oil’ is the Holy Spirit. We are encouraged, rather instructed, to ask for a fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit.

If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children”, how much more shall your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask Him. [Lk11:13]

Fresh Infilling of the Holy Spirit

Some may argue that Jesus is speaking about when we are born again; however, we are automatically filled with the Holy Spirit upon conversion. In Acts 2, those gathered in the Upper Room experienced Pentecost.

F.B. Meyer, a pastor and evangelist whose writings are found as commentaries in the online Bible, e-Sword, speaks about Peter being filled (again) specifically in Act 4:8, for the “great and noble confession”, when he spoke to the Sadducees (who were agnostics), regarding the resurrection of Jesus.

Then in Acts 4:31, which was after Peter and John had been arrested and spent a night in custody, reveals to us that when they were filled “with the Holy Spirit” in verse 31, it was in response to prayers for boldness, and after persecution had begun.

I have often asked to be filled afresh with the Holy Spirit over the past two decades since committing to Jesus. With what is going on these days, I certainly need the help of the Holy Spirit to discern properly. I cannot do it without Him; He is perfect – I am not, nor will I be on this side of eternity.

When we are told to be “perfect” as the Lord is, it means “whole, set apart, complete”. As a reminder, the adversary and his minions are conditioning the world for what is written in the Bible. God allows what He does because of His plan. His Word does not return void; it will accomplish that which He sends it to.

The greatest danger of this chaos is not the chaos itself, but that amidst the chaos, there will come a falling away, which will increase as the great tribulation comes upon the world.

People will stop watching and praying, and they will stop reading and searching the Holy Scriptures, not anchor themselves in the Holy Word of El Shaddai [Yahweh].

I can promise you that I did NOT know this, and I fell deeply into distractions - not all, but certain ones, like the Erika Kirk saga – a long and dramatic history that is already nearly four months in duration, as people (including myself) dig for truth.

However, we must apply the brakes and NOT allow it to consume us. It does not mean we cannot talk about it or fight for truth. It means not to allow it to steal your main focus. Jesus/God must be first in our lives, and when He is, expect to be targeted, but do NOT operate in FEAR.

This is Yahweh’s Year – 2026

For by Him all things were created, both in the heavens and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones, or dominions, or rulers, or authorities – all things have been created through Him and for Him. [Col 1:16] NASB

The LORD [Yahweh] has made all things for Himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil. [Prov16:4] KJV

All things, visible and invisible, He created. He made everything for Himself, then He has control over everything – despite outward appearances. Satan wants us to fear. At times I fell into fear by looking at what was in my eyesight (circumstances), but it did far worse.

It canceled TRUST, and faith is married to trust. Without trust, my faith falters and cannot stand. With trust, faith is strong, and fear has no dominion over me. How do we overcome fear.

Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. [Rom 10:17] THAT is how we address fear. It is also a spirit, an evil spirit. Submit to God. RESIST the devil and what? He MUST flee. [Jam 4:7]

Pray for balance. Repent if you have need of repentance. Keep a repentant heart for we all struggle to keep sin at bay in thought, word, and deed. We have not arrived; therefore, let us be honest, and keep searching our hearts, picking up the cross daily.

If we mess up with a cuss word, or anger, or make mistakes some other way, truly repent and leave the consequences in God’s hand. He sees the heart, whether genuine or false. We can fool others but we cannot fool God.

Keep strong. If God is for us, who can be against? Pray for a fresh infilling of the precious and Holy Spirit of God, because now more than ever, the children (people) of Yahweh must keep our eyes upon Jesus.

He must be first, and our main focus, listening for the voice of the true Commander-in-Chief. We serve the living God; there is none else.

I AM the Lord, and there is none else, there is no God beside Me: I girded you, though you have not known Me: That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that there is none beside Me. I AM the Lord, and there is none else.

For behold, Your enemies make an uproar; they consult together against your treasure ones. They say, “Come, let us wipe them out as a nation; let the name of Israel be remembered no more!” [Ps 83:2-4]

Let them be put to shame and dismayed forever; let them perish in disgrace that they may know that You alone, whose name is the Lord, are the Most High over all the earth. [vs 17-18]

Remember providence. We serve a Sovereign and Providential God [Yahweh]. That is why I say that although great trouble will present itself this year (it has begun), there will be blessings too.

But keep in mind the times we are in – the great tribulation is almost upon the world – the entire globe is in an uproar. Yet, because Yahweh is sovereign and providential, I still say, 2026 is Yahweh’s year.

Deception is seductive and subtle. It is often surrounded by confusion and doubt.

For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [1Cor 14:33]

Look unto Jesus, author and finisher of our faith. [Heb 12:2]

Spiritual Warfare is Targeting the True Children of Light

Indeed, all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. [1Tim 3:12] NASB [New American Standard Bible]

If the world hates you, you know it hated Me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love his own: but because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world therefore, the world hates you. [Jn 15:19] KJV

Ruthless enemies [Satan and his minions, both spiritual [demons] and physical (sinners)] are targeting a great number of God’s people. Satan has always set about to ‘steal, kill, and to destroy’, but it has been amped up to as high as ‘he is allowed’ levels. Many people feel that they are maxed out, physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

The combination of Satan and the world [sinners, idol worshippers/Satanists et al] that are coming against the ‘sold-out’ Christian, those who are sold out to Yeshua (our Jesus).

The spiritual warfare that we are in cannot be sugarcoated, but it is a quiet understanding that Christians have. If they are not aware of it, then they are not familiar with what the Bible says. Try reading Ephesians 6, for starters.

And even though we know it, there are times when the enemy will turn it around to cause us to doubt, to doubt ourselves, our faith, whether we are saved or not, who we are in Christ, the authority given to us – anything that pertains to the faith.

He will try to put a spirit of fear upon us (see [1Tim 1:7]), especially in the areas where we have been faithfully waiting for God to answer our prayers, whether it is health, career (work), finances, possessions, health, or relationships (especially with those close to you, whether family or friends).

He will endeavour to steal our hope, and to kill our faith. This is especially when something happens in life where there is NO possible OUT of the situation unless God Himself intervenes.

When our hearts and lives are surrendered to Yeshua/Jesus, and we are abiding in Him, it does not mean that we will not face sickness, trials, tribulation, persecution, and hardships like the prosperity preachers deceptively teach.

We are not only living in a fallen world, but we are living amongst sinners, who are still practicing sin. None of us are perfect but we cannot keep using that as an excuse to keep on sinning. If we do, then we are not truly saved, not willing to let go of the old, sinful nature.

Yes, it is a process and no, we will not reach perfection on this side of eternity. Nevertheless, we come daily before Jesus and be willing to fight the fleshly desires and temptations that come at us. It is a process that the Holy Spirit helps us with, as does Yahweh.

He who began a good work in you will see it through to the day of Jesus Christ. [Phil 1:6]

Satan or any of his legions are not coming at us with just hard, fast swats like an angry, roaring lion. Many times, he is hidden, covert, but in these days, his pride has risen. He is bolder for his time is nearly here where he has a free reign (tribulation period) while he expresses his anger through the Antichrist of all antichrists. He is not stealth or covert at that time.

Know this, that when people fight for truth, and determine to only bring truth forward, expect to be targeted, not only by the world [flesh], and by the unsaved, and the false Christians [apostate, reprobate], but also spiritually by Satan and his legions [demonic realm].

The enemy, Satan, and his minions, despise the truth. If you represent truth, especially with Christ abiding in you, and are sealed by the Holy Spirit as a child of the living God, Satan hates you; the world hates you; false ‘brethren’ hate you.

I AM the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes to the Father, but by Me. [Jn 14:6] 

The Distractions are Intentional

The global upheaval, along with the chaos and confusion are noticeably increasing, but deception will be what tempts to drive ungodly people mad (insane). The Lord said that in the time of the great tribulation, people’s hearts will fail them for fear. That could mean paralyzed emotionally, mentally, or spiritually, or it could mean literal heart attacks.

With the rise of the robots and the rise of AI, I believe it will be in all areas. That is why this is now the time to search your heart, acknowledge your sins (we ALL have sinned since entering this world and fall short of the glory of Adonai [Yahweh] – [Rom 3:23]

When you recognize sin for the evil it is, and godly sorrow fills you, you will be humbled. Just pray, speak own words from your heart and soul, what is personally going on in you, and Jesus will meet you right there, ready to listen as you turn from your sin and the world and toward Him. He will forgive, and heal. [Jn3:16-19]

Every single one of us need Jesus to get through that which is ahead.

The Distractions are intentional because of what they are doing quickly in plain sight, but we are so distracted, especially by the Charlie and Erika Kirk saga, and ICE, and the takeover of countries by Trump.

Does anyone remember when Trump wanted to be dictator for a day? Does anyone recall when he believed himself to be ‘king’ and a ‘chosen one’. Trump allowed people to pray who worship false gods [inauguration].

He also surrounds himself with false Christians like Paula White-Cain (Trump’s spiritual advisor and well-known false ‘apostle’, ‘prophet’, ‘teacher’ – key figure in the prosperity gospel). White-Cain has also endorsed and bowed her knee to  ‘Mother Moon’, which is idolatry and blaspheme.

Trump also continues to surround himself with false prophets like Lance Wallnau. Robert Morris was on Trump’s Evangelical Executive Advisory Board in 2016. A few other well-known people on the board (besides those already mentioned here like Paula White-Cain): Kenneth and Gloria Copeland, James Dobson (deceased 2025), Jentezen Franklin, James Robison, et al, who will be mentioned in next article.

Carney Concerned about U.S. escalation on Greenland after tariffs plans to send troops (Cdn) to Greenland by the end of the week (19^th Jan 2026 – I won’t get this posted today, so there may be an update.

https://wwwyoutube.com/watch?v=iMofZK2Fe0k

Digital ID and AI (Clones)

The distractions such as that like Erika Kirk, Epstein, Diddy, Tyler Robinson trial, ICE troubles, and much more, are indeed distracting from things such as digital ID. There is a push for digital ID systems to be in effect by the end of 2026, particularly in Europe. The UK has scaled back plans for mandatory digital ID for most citizens, as of an AI overview, dated January 21, 2026. (I started this post over two weeks ago, but keep deleting and adding.)

The warfare (spiritual) around me has been very real, and very difficult. I am grateful for the prayers that have gone up on my behalf – so very thankful. I wait upon the Lord and give Him glory. I am not going to pretend that it is easy not to look at the circumstances (just being real), but Jesus!

Christ IS an ever-present help in trouble.

Canada, beginning with Alberta, plan to have digital ID mandatory as early as late 2026, and exact date has not been given.

As of now, the officials are claiming we Canadians will always be in control, whether we want the digital ID or physical card (@3:58) but a later video forecasts a different scenario. This will be in the next post.

Part of the distraction is cleverly hidden in plain sight (forgive me for overuse, but if the shoe fits...) Cloning has been known since the 70s, when Dolly the sheep was cloned. She lived half of the life expectancy for her breed, which was 11-12 years. She died at age 6.5 from lung disease and severe arthritis.

Most of the media has remained fairly hush-hush about cloning, but it is incredibly surprising what they have managed so far. I believe it is even beyond (further advanced) that what the report says. It will be expounded on in the next post.

Globalization

WEF (World Economic Forum) is holding its 56^th Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from January 19 -23 (today is the last day for 2026). This particular session called: A Spirit of Dialogue. Interesting title, yes?

Close to 3,000 leaders from across regions, sectors and generations from 130 countries came together, including a record 400 top political leaders, nearly 65 heads of state and government, a majority of G7 leaders, close to 830 of the world’s top CEOs and chairs, and almost 80 leading unicorns and technology pioneers.

                           

Some highlights will be mentioned in next post. Do you remember when a woman who called an indigenous shaman was invited by neo-pagan WEF in January 2024 (two years ago) to cast ‘magic spells’ (perform a ritual) on its panelists.

That particular year, the theme was “Rebuilding Trust”.

She is a witch, but most are more comfortable calling her a ‘witch doctor’], as if that lessens the reality or presence of evil being called good. 

She was videoed making incantations and blowing on each of the six panelists.

Is Trump Using ICE as a Distraction to Take Eyes Off Greenland?

Under a video, there is this writeup: Jan 16, 2026 – Russia claims there will be “serious consequences” from NATO militarizing Greenland, as it asserts both its own innocence in the matter and legitimate interest in the whole Arctic region.

Russia and China do not pose any threat to Greenland, and any interest shown in the region by Russia is a legitimate expression of it being the “largest Arctic power”, Moscow said on Thursday as it claimed Moscow and Beijing were being used as pretexts by NATO to militarize the high north.

Russia considers the Arctic part of its sphere of influence and preciously warned the US it considers its part of its “strategic interests”. Speaking from the Kremlin, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesman Maria Zakharova accused American and European NATO powers of invoking Russian expansionism as a cover to their own intentions and lashed out at hypocrisy.

Noting Russia is “closely monitoring the situation around Greenland”, Zakharova appeared to be attempting to tease NATO, noting Denmark’s subordinate position to the “senior ally” America, and calling on the two to settle their differences through international law. (End of video writeup)

Greenland claims it has no fear about Russia or China as neither country has ships in their waters. More in next post.

Conclusion

There is much going on that is bringing prophecy into fruition with its actions as countries around the world are experiencing civil unrest (rebellion is global). However, the distractions that are not only global, but personal as well, has gotten our attention on many areas.

There is so much to pray about, does one even know where to start? The things that have been going on in my life has caused me to draw nearer to God (Yahweh) than ever before. Just when I thought things could not possibly get worse, they did.

Satan is doing all he can to steal hope, kill love, and destroy faith, but we have an Advocate, Jesus. We have a Comforter, the Holy Spirit. We have a powerful God and King, Yahweh.

I would have halted if it were not for those who prayed, and if it were not for a faithful God who will continue to help us through the dark hours as we wait upon Him. Stay in the Word. It has helped me immensely because God truly does speak through His Word. It is alive and powerful, and it is also a mighty weapon.

I will try to get the next post up soon. I will be adding pictures etc to this. As I update it, I will write it at the top of the article. Once I learned the importance of informing people about changes or updates with online articles, I post updates at the top of the article. There was a time I did not know better and didn’t. Now I know…

To be continued…

War in Air-Witchcraft in Fog-I Beckon You

Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed
on Him, "If you continue in My Word, then are
you My disciples indeed; And you shall know
the truth, and the truth
shall make you free. [Jn 8:31-32]

[Note:* Updated Dec 14, 2025: Added more info about pastor Zac Poonen, a man I already respect. My memory was jolted watching a video recently. I also recalled a few videos of his that I watched in the long-ago past. I do remember his sincerity (and the way he shot straight from the hip). 

I recall him as a likeable and good teacher. However, not being committed (let alone surrendered to Jesus/Yeshua), I was easily distracted by other things and different teachers (some being false or worse), yet it also included being distracted from other true ones anointed by God as well].

The part about 'respect' will explain itself as I present the means by which this humble man has always lovingly supported himself and his beloved family, and what he is satisfied to take as work and wages. More of his personal info (wife and family) is added.

I also updated info that was outdated. This preacher sticks to the true gospel of Jesus Christ [Yeshua Mashiach]. Zac Poonen acts without exploit or coercion. You will not witness deception, manipulation of the gospel or scriptures taken out of context. 

You will not hear false prophecies such as those heard by the certain false prophets within NAR,  the prosperity gospel, the New Age and New Thought movements. Nor does not pastor Zac compromise or manipulate scripture for the sake of financial self-gain or popularity, such as the prosperity preachers and the teachers, and false prophets of NAR. 

Instead, if you watch videos of his sermons, or interviews, and Bible studies, or read articles anywhere from mere days or to decades apart, all throughout you will see actions (and hear testimonies), or read words that consistently exalts Christ Jesus (focus is on Him throughout), and reflects integrity and love. You will hear truth and notice his respect for family, friends, congregation, neighbours, and strangers. (End of update) - BP]                        

Salvation paid for with Christ's blood.
Died, was buried, and resurrected.
He is soon returning! Day and hour not known
- Jesus told people what signs to look for...
[1Cor15:3-4;Mat 24:27,30,36]

There is no rush anymore on my part to try and keep up with others. I used to put unnecessary pressure upon myself with the time it took separating fact from fiction, with research, and with organizing material because when it took too long, the thought was that I was letting the Lord and people down by not keeping up in this digital age. That is why I say, 'unnecessary' pressure.

Also, mainstream media [MSM] not always, but quite often, misleadingly dubs LIES as 'misinformation' and  'disinformation', in order to hide truth, (therefore, separating lies from truth), while at the same time mixing it in with actual 'dis' and 'mis' information. BULL-oney baffles brains!

I temporarily accepted the lie that I had to keep up, or risk disappointing the Lord (and readers). The adversary (Satan) often speaks in the first person, meaning he injects thoughts or sentences into our mind that we are absolutely positive that they are our own thoughts, but it is trickery. The devil is the instigator, whose agenda is to take our minds off of Christ. 

Yes, deception can be that subtle. When we believe anything, even if it is only for a short time, then we were temporarily deceived. No one likes to admit that they fell for something that was not true. Pride is subtle also.

Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. [2Cor 10:5]

Thank Jesus for sending the Holy Spirit. It is Him and His leading who I can thank  for getting me back on track. He is worthy of full credit and acknowledgement. How many times over these past almost two decades on this blog (17 years - 2008) have I encouraged brethren that our work together is not a competition, it is team effort? We need each other, and we all need Jesus Christ.

It is working together harmoniously to achieve a goal (namely, to further the kingdom of God) with Jesus/Yeshua's help via the Holy Spirit. In truth, I just came through a bit of a spiritual slump, but praise God with a thankful heart, for good and true friends (who also happen to be brethren). It is worth being held accountable. It really a good thing!

Friends who not only pray, but also take time out of a busy, sometimes hectic schedule to send an encouraging email, with choice scriptures, are a gift from God and a treasure to protect. I love the Word of God.

No matter how many times we may read through the Bible, it is so rich that the right scripture at the right time [when our spirit needs uplifting and strengthening the most], the Word is so perfect in accomplishing its purpose that it truly is the wisdom and foresight of El Shaddai alone.

So shall My Word be that goes forth out of My mouth: it shall not return unto Me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. [Is 55:11]

(Just like the timing of God), when coming out of that slump, an email was received with a link that led to a video with a solid teaching of Pastor Zac Poonen. I fully intend to listen to more of his lessons and sermons. I remember now that years ago (perhaps 20?), a friend at that time had sent me a link to a video that first introduced me to Zac Poonen, which, back then, I found most uplifting. 

I did not follow up with brother Zac at that time (and I am convinced he is a brother-in-Christ), as I was not well-settled in the Lord back then. I have believed in God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit the majority of my life. 

However, I am now wholly surrendered, and being fully surrendered really makes a big difference. I have moments, naturally, where I have to beat that old flesh back down into submission; we are to daily nail it to the spiritual cross. 

The difference is because the fruit that comes [in time] with full surrender is [spiritual] maturity, increased discernment (which comes from familiarity with the Word, as well as our experiences), but also wisdom that is learned through trials and tribulations. 

If we were church hurt by abusive leaders, or suffered consequences due to false doctrines, we gain a stronger and deeper appreciation of good, solid teachers. 

Wisdom and the Holy Spirit help us to give up our 'independence' and lean wholly on the Lord like healthy grapes that cling to a healthy branch/vine (Jesus is the Vine). More exposure to wolves in sheep's clothing, false teachers, false prophets, and hypocritical Christians (like hard taskmasters, like the Pharisees), help and train us as well as teach us secure that appreciation. 

When our heart is intent on seeking truth (always starting with Jesus because He IS truth), I believe the Lord protects and guides us by His precious and Holy Spirit. Time is running short, and good teachers have been hard to find. All of us have watched with heavy hearts as the revealing of sin in the churches has been uncovered. Yet it is a good thing; the Lord is cleaning house. 

For the time is come that judgment 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? [1Pet4:17]

I don't think most of us realized the depth of hypocrisy and deception that had crept into the church through false brethren, demons, and other infiltrators until the Lord began revealing that which has been hidden, just as He promised.

Zac and Annie Poonen
1968 wedding

Zac is 86 years old, formerly an Indian Naval Officer. He lives in Bangalore, India with his wife of 56 [almost 57] years. According to a quick search, he has been a Christian for 56 years. [Correction: almost 60 years; converted in 1966] 

Zac Poonen and his beloved wife Annie are the parents of four sons, who are now adults with families of their own. Their sons are: Sanjay, Santosh, Sandeep, and Sunil. They are all born-again, Holy Spirit-filled Christians, and so are their wives.

The children and grandchildren are all believers as well. they all follow in the footsteps of Zac and Annie and attend the Christian Fellowship Church. How wonderful when the faith continues on throughout the family down the generations. Glory be to God!

He is apostle over New Covenant Christian Fellowship. Before anyone judges him on 'apostleship', he is not pretending to be as the original twelve who walked with Jesus/Yeshua the Messiah. Nor is he in the role described by prosperity teaching or NAR.

The original twelve (12) that Yeshua chose were presentative of the 12 tribes of Israel, but they were also appointed to train, to be witnesses for Jesus' ministry, and to go out [into all the world] to preach the good news (the gospel of Jesus Christ). They were to deliver possessed and oppressed people from demons, heal the sick, and for salvation (to bring them into the kingdom of God through faith in Jesus the Christ/Yeshua the Messiah).

Zac Poonen (from his biography) began serving the Lord (as stated, nearly 60 years ago), after he finished serving as an Indian Naval Officer. He is responsible for numerous churches globally. He is the preacher, as well as one of the elders [from a plurality] at the New Covenant Christian Fellowship in Bangalore. 

He has written several articles extensively, and is also the author of 25 books, all of which are written not only in Indian, but  also in English and other foreign languages. 

He has not received royalties from any of his books that are published by Christian Fellowship Centre. All of Zac Poonen's materials [sermons and interviews] are available freely on YouTube and at https://cfcindia.com .ALL of his written work is available not only at the website (link) but at other various outlets, all of which is distributed at no charge.

Brother Poonen is a tentmaker by trade [just like the apostle Paul] He takes no salary for his services. As an elder Zac accepts no remuneration whatsoever for his work, and neither do any of the other elders at the church. 

and because he [Aquila] was of the same craft, he abode with them, and worked: for by their occupation they were tentmakers. [Acts 18:4]

This is what I was referring to when I said Zac has my utmost respect. I marvel at the fact that he takes no money for ministering as a preacher, and takes no royalties from his books, when countless others are monetizing everything they do online these days. What Zac Poonen does is a rarity.

I am very grateful to the Holy Spirit who promises to set us on the path that leads us to solid teachers, who glorify Jesus/Yeshua, and exalt El Shaddai (Adonai) on high. At the same time, He will lead us to the place where we will discern, and learn to discern, the false ones. 

We know the Lord will give those who have gone astray an opportunity to repent and turn back to Him. He keeps a watchful eye. He knows the heart. People can deceive others; and sadly, sometimes we can deceive ourselves, but that is usually if we are trying to burn both ends of a candle (compromise). 

We may fool others, but we cannot fool God! Let me be perfectly clear here. I most certainly would never put anyone on a pedestal and cause them to undergo the undeserved humiliation of being some kind of idol. 

I will not fall into the trap of idolatry again (there was a time shamefully I did). Thank God for opening my eyes to my sin, but even more so, for the opportunity to repent, and for forgiveness. It was long ago, but sin is sin.

Neither would I put brother Zac Poonen under the pressure of living up to some kind of ridiculous manmade 'high standard'. No one, no teacher, no pastor--no one person is perfect, andto  but we allow ourselves to be taught SOLID doctrine, not doctrine of demons, or lukewarm, whitewashed gospel messages.

Then, we share -- we share to help a brother, a sister - and glorify our King, our Jesus. Before I move on to the quick message I plan to post, I would like to share a couple of nuggets, courtesy of preacher Zac. Allow Jesus to providentially answer your prayers. He will. 

First Nugget

God's Word is a real treasure
purified gold

For sin shall not have dominion over you: for you are not under the law, but under grace. [Rom 6:14]

Brother Poonen said it took him 56 years of struggling as a Christian before he discovered a simple secret. And that's just it. If we can just allow ourselves to be taught by others, instead of thinking we have to have all the answers, this walk can be so much easier. Pride can be so subtle.

Zac said that for most of his Christian walk he carried a heavy burden. To cut to the quick and to put it simply, he read the above scripture as a command rather than a promise.

Here is the difference, as he explained it. [I hope I can do it justice; he explained it so eloquently] Brother Poonen said that most often we tend to depend more upon our flesh more than on the Holy Spirit. 

Sin "should not be" master over you - is how most of us read the above scripture. Zac admitted that that is how he himself read it all those times, for all those years. It was a verse Zac struggled with because "should not be master" caused him to put it in the perspective of a "command". 

Bro Zac continues: "But when we read it as "sin shall not be" master over you - it is a promise - a promise of God!"  "Do you see the difference?" he asked. Lightbulbs turned on in my head too, but for a different reason. I will explain shortly. 

When the scripture [Rom 6:14] is read as a 'command', it is a heavy burden one must carry. It is something that we, as a person, have to do. That was the point that Bro Poonen was emphasizing.

However, when we receive it as a promise, it is something that God says HE will do for us. It is saying that God is not abandoning His sheep to any hardship the scripture (or the devil) may put on us through misunderstanding. He removes the burden. Grace, it is the grace of God when it goes from a command to a promise.

Now I will explain. (This is part of the update added to this article because I did not think of it originally, but I thought it should be included.) It was understood how Zac Poonen's interpreted the verse, and the lesson he gleaned from it through the power of the Holy Spirit.

It was then that his sharing the scripture with others struck me as wisdom and motivated me to further share his keen insight here, in case someone else was struck with the same problem, which can very likely happen indeed.

We are not under the LAW; we are under grace. Zac says the meaning of 'law' means that we are going to try and overcome sin by our own struggle...a never-ending, wearisome struggle (heavy laden).

Heads up? Oh no, umm, I am just
hanging out...

A heavy burden lifted in the light of differentiating between a 'command' and a 'promise'; the law versus grace. Jesus did indeed set us free, on so many levels. Praise be to God!

Whether it is in the translation, I do not know because the KJV (King James Version) Bible is written in old English, which may be the reason it caused Brother Poonen to understand the scripture as he did. I personally did not struggle with the verse that way, but that is likely because English is my first language.

If others struggle, then his explanation would be wonderfully helpful. For that reason, I chose to publish it here. even if it can set even one soul free, then, mission accomplished, all to the glory of God, and thanks to Zac Poonen.

Come unto Me, all who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. [Mat 11:28]

Just as Jesus/Yeshua promised. He gives us rest. One thing we gained in the Garden of Eden (along with a fallen nature) is our "independence". We can do it, we say!

We do not need someone else when we can manage something just fine on our own. Right? Or can we? If God pulls the rug out from under us (pulls the carpet of pride we float around on, high above everything else like some kind of a magic carpet, over the heads of people below us...oh, oh!) 

Pull that rug out from under us and see how independent we are. lol (I jest, but it is not always funny  which I can attest to that as well.)

But we are under GRACE; then 'grace' is going to help us overcome sin. That does not mean we compromise or slip in and out of sin at will (greasy grace). God forbid! 

He says, so if you are weary and heavy laden (sick and tired of being defeated and wondering why), the Lord invites us to come to Him. This teacher, Zac Poonen explains it splendidly. Hopefully that helps someone else if they are struggling the way it helped him.

The pastor stated that he had discovered throughout the years that there are only a certain category of people who really enter into the Spirit-filled life of overcoming. And not only overcoming, but empowerment for service. He insisted that it is open to everyone, to all of us, but not everyone enters in.

He said most Christians never enter into it, even before they die, which saddened him. It is an hour long video, which I have not watched in full. Nevertheless, if you would like to hear him explain how to lessen this struggle, he speaks far more eloquently than I do. The lesson is contained within the first 10-15 minutes if you would like to check it out. Under Grace Zac Poonen (struggled for 56 years, then discovered a secret) 

Be a Zero 

One other quick nugget, from the same teacher (Zac Poonen). It has to do with being nothing. Sounds depressing, hey? lol 

He made a list of things important to people, things high up in life to them. They are: 

wealth,[0] beauty,[0] position,[0] personality,[0] education,[0] sports,[0] intellect[0] 

Whatever you strive for, whatever is important to you, people put great value on those things, some material, and other things being what they are strong in. Many believe they are the most qualified and desire to lead.

This going to be the Reader's Digest [condensed] version.

Bro Zac said, "No! We need to become zeros."

He reminds us that a zero is nothing. It is absolutely of no value. No matter how many you put together, no matter how strong it looks when they are all huddled together, a whole group of zeroes is still that - zero.

They are of no value or worth UNLESS something GREATER than a zero is put in front of it. Only when something greater is placed BEFORE the zero, or comes FIRST, only then does the zero have value. 

Therefore we have to become zeroes, and something GREATER than us has to come FIRST. Jesus has to be first. The whole bunch of us zeroes becomes something of exponential value and worth when Jesus is placed BEFORE us!

When we become zeros, and put Christ Jesus (Messiah Yeshua) first, then we have value; our worth increases. Without Him, we can do nothing [nothing of eternal worth and value]. With Him, we are valuable, refined as silver is refined, and purified as gold is purified.

I am the vine, you are the branches: He that abides in Me, and I in Him, the same brings forth much fruit: for without Me, you can do nothing. [Jn 15:5]

I thought that was another nugget of gold from brother Zac Poonen and wanted to share it with people.

I Beckon You

 This word was posted back in 2022. I am led to post it now.                      

I pray it blesses you.

I beckon you – I am calling, come deeper. I am doing a good work in you; for I am the Potter. My vessels of honour are being prepared, as all things align to My will. Those who heed My call are the ones who will do My will. Great shall be the reward. Selah

The season of consequences has ended; it has been served in full. The hour of silent suffering comes to an end. All these years I have encouraged you by reminding you that one day is as a thousand years to Me, and that My timing is not as yours.

Now the appointed time arrives. Yet as little children, My people are impatient. Let all unfold decently and in order, for all My promises are true. Come deeper and stay in the presence of My glory for a while, and the peace and power to wait will be your portion, as I give it freely to those who trust and wait upon Me.

Come to Me and I will answer you in ways that you would not expect, but will know it is from Me.

Behold you among the heathen, and regard, and wonder marvellously: for I will work a work in your days, which you will not believe, though it be told you. [Hab 1:5] NKJV

https://crossinthewilderness.blogspot.com/2022/12/deep-calls-unto-deep.html

And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear Him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.

And Abraham called the name of that place Jehovah Jireh: as it is said to this day, In the mount of the LORD it shall be seen. [Gen 22:14]

And Moses built an altar, and called the name of it, Jehovah Nissi: For he said, Because the LORD has sworn that the Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation.  [Ex 17:15,16]

Immanuel – Emmanuel

Isaiah 9 (garments rolled in blood – [vs 6] unto a child is born, Wonderful, Counselor, the mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace

My people, trouble comes from within the country, controlled by the 'greater' outside the nation. The harlotry and witchcraft of those who hide in darkness, who hide in secret, has not gone unnoticed by Me

for His glory alone

Bonita                       dovesofthevalleys4@gmail.com