A Modern Woman's Perspective On The Kingdom of God on Earth


June 6, 2016

The Battle Is Right Before Our Eyes

     For those who think spiritual warfare is simply a theological concept, with no real-world application, then I invite you to open your eyes and ears to what is going on around us; it's in the headlines nearly every day.  Have we become so blinded that we merely blow off or ignore the implications of what is being reported?
     Take today for instance.  It is June 6th ... or 6-6-16, if you will ... and the day that Satanists have claimed as a day of celebration to their god.  Simply put, it is a sacred day to them for worshipping satan.  And it is a salvo in their spiritual battle plan; an aggressive act in satan's campaign to win the spiritual war here on earth.
     But how many of our countrymen -- or fellow Christians, for that matter -- will even take notice?  Who will understand what this means and act appropriately to defend against this vigorous attempt to defame and defeat YHWH?  In case you don't know the details, here they are:  The religious sect which calls itself The Satanic Temple plans on placing the five points of a Pentagram star around the city of Lancaster, California, located in northern Los Angeles County.  Spokesmen for the group claim that "drawing this symbol around the city represents a solemn promise from the Satanic Temple of Los Angeles to stand with the good people of the City of Lancaster and struggle for their constitutional right to individual liberty, freedom of expression and the separation of church and state in the community".
     Here's what we all need to understand ... this display of rebellion against God is no different than the Enemy's plans that have been revealed and recorded in the Bible.  I just finished reading the Book of Jeremiah, and I could not help but identify with the ancient prophet's frustration over the blatant disobedience and defiance of God's commandments to those who professed to follow Him.  Just like in the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, the people of our nation have followed after, and are worshipping, false gods.  But do we understand that these gods are not just names of "things" we idolize like celebrities, houses, and cars, or carnal pursuits such as wealth, fame and power?  Do we realize that behind these idols are spiritual entities that are very real and their desire is to influence and control you to win the war?
Bel, aka Marduk
     In Jeremiah, the prophet records numerous warnings from YHWH about the destruction coming against nations and the gods they worship; the spiritual entities that satan has placed over them in governing positions.  Jeremiah 48:42 says, Moab will be destroyed as a people because he has exalted himself against the Lord.  Jeremiah 50:2 records these words from YHWH: Announce to the nations; proclaim and raise up a signal flag; proclaim and hide nothing.  Say: Babylon is captured; Bel is put to shame; Marduk is devastated; her idols are put to shame; her false gods, devastated.  Again, Jeremiah 51:44 says, I will punish Bel in Babylon.  I will make him vomit what he has swallowed.  The nations will no longer stream to him; even Babylon's wail will fail. 
     It is important that we get this!  Bel and Marduk are not just some wooden statues that the nations bow down to.  And Babylon is more than a city and a nation. They are real spiritual entities -- gods, although false -- who involve themselves in the lives of real people and in the existence and actions of nations.   They were able to influence God's chosen people and induce them to rebel against God and turn aside from their covenant with Him.  It is no different today.
     As noted prophecy expert Paul McGuire tells us, "Currently in America there is intense competition among various belief systems, religions, philosophies, and ideologies. This competition is expressed openly as different groups and faiths seek to promote their belief systems and win converts to their religion or cause."  That is what happened as the Israelites entered the Land of Canaan and became exposed to the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites; and later when they were taken into captivity in Assyria and Babylon.  They were introduced to the gods of these other nations, who are every bit as real as YHWH.  But they are not the One True God and they are under the guidance and supervision of Lucifer, the fallen angel who proclaimed himself the god called Satan.
     So, now in 21st Century America we find ourselves inundated with all kinds of false gods vying for our attention and our worship -- Islam, Mormonism, Scientology, Hinduism, Buddhism, Satanism, Wicca, and Paganism to name just a few.   As Mr. McGuire points out, "Wicca, along with witchcraft and paganism, is currently the fastest growing religion in America. Islam is also a fast growing religion. Christianity, and specifically Evangelical Christianity, is declining faster than most people realize."  Do you get that?  Can you see that the battle lines have been drawn and these other gods have their troops engaged in battle plans like encompassing entire cities within a Pentagram and dedicating the people and land to the devil?
     What are God's people doing?  What is our battle plan?  Are we actively praying against the influence of these other gods?  Are we asking YHWH how He wants us to execute against His enemies?  Do we know how to defend against the enemy's attacks?  This generation of Christ-followers have been lulled into "Christianity Light" for too long, and are woefully unprepared, as the Body of Christ, to take on the Enemy forces who have centuries of plans and victories under their belts.  Our world is going to be shaken like we've never seen, and the self-centered gospel that has been the center of the Modern Church will offer little defense.
     It is time we fight back, putting on the full armor of God, and seek the help of His heavenly host as we stand our ground against the onslaught of evil coming our way.  Take a moment to pray against the Satanists around this nation who will be performing their evil rituals today.  Ask God to send an army of angels to surround any areas claimed for this false god.  Picture the battle in the spiritual realm, and know that it is real!  We must start seeing with spiritual eyes and get in the fight!  We need to recognize when the Enemy is advancing, call on the Lord, and engage in the battle with Him!  Are you willing to join me in this mission?

Isaiah 54:17   "No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from me,” says the Lord." 

6 comments:

  1. Speaking of false gods...my mother joined the Christian Science church when I was 7 years old. I've always resisted that false doctrine and seemed to know, even as a child, it wasn't right. However, I cannot get through to my mother and it's now been 43 years that she's immersed herself in this false teaching. Do you have any recommendations?
    Blessings,
    Dianna

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    1. Of course you know that prayer is a powerful tool, and this part of the spiritual warfare that satan employs. However the door was opened to that theology and church, you can bet that there was a lying and deceiving spirit that convinced your mother is was God's truth. If it was me, I would fast on behalf of your mother, and continuously pray, in Jesus's name, that the lying spirit be silenced and her blindness be removed. Pray in your spirit and approach the Heavenly throne room of God, bow down and ask Him to intercede for your mother, binding any deceitful spirits and releasing her from the bondage to a false god. That is the most immediate and best thing I think you can do. Then listen for the Holy Spirit to tell you how to continue to pray.

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  2. I am a Mormon, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I want you to understand that we do not worship false Gods. We worship only God the Father and his Son Jesus Christ. We read and study from the Holy Bible. Old and New Testament, KJV. We pray only to God the Father in the name of Jesus Christ. I live my life as a Christian who loves and serve others. I have spent my life praying, studying and pondering the words of Jesus Christ. Every day I start with prayer and everyday I study the word of God. I have a prayer in my heart throughout the day on behalf of myself, my family and friends and others. . I strive always to live a righteous and upstanding life that will help me be prepared to return and be judged by my Savior Jesus Christ. I live only the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am grateful for the knowledge that Jesus is the Christ. My testimony burns within me! I am saddened as I see others around the world choose to follow Satan and his evil plan. Our world is in such commotion as people have stopped listening and following Jesus Christ. We are in the last days and all of Satan's wickedness is on display. But I hold fast to the knowledge that even though we see and have to live among such wickedness that the day will come when our Savior will say enough and he will come for the last time to cleanse the earth of all evil. I know that God lives and Jesus Christ is my Savior and Redeemer.

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    1. Jerry, I am not sure how to respond to your comment ... I get the impression that you feel you need to defend your faith because of something I have written. However, I did not mention the Mormon Church in this post, so I'm not exactly sure why you wrote your comment. That being said, I wholeheartedly agree with your closing statements. People have stopped following Jesus Christ; I do believe we are in the last days; and yes, I also believe that Jesus is very close to executing His judgment upon the evil that permeates the earth. And it is my prayer that every man, woman, and child should come to know Him as their Savior and Redeemer!

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  3. Hi Belle, In the third paragraph from the bottom up you stated... So, now in 21st Century America we find ourselves inundated with all kinds of false gods vying for our attention and our worship -- "Islam, Mormonism, Scientology, Hinduism, Buddhism, Satanism, Wicca, and Paganism to name just a few."
    I love reading your articles and hearing your perspective on many issues, especially on Christian issues so I was surprised when you listed Mormonism as a false God. Please understand that Mormon's are Christians who loves and worship only God the Father and His Son Jesus Christ. We do not follow or worship Satan and we strive always to make good and righteous choices that will lead us back home to his presence. I appreciate your time!

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    1. Jerry, I apologize for not remembering that I wrote that. And I do not dispute that you love God the Father and His Son Jesus Christ, and I do not want to disparage your commitment to your faith, but I would like to respectively tell you some of the issues that I have with Mormonism ... The oaths that are taken in secret, the fact that marriage ceremonies are behind closed doors, and not open to non-Mormons (Christians honor marriage as a symbol of Christ and His bride, the Church, and the ceremony is a picture of that relationship), along with doctrinal issues that I have with the Book of Mormon (for instance, that salvation is found only through the Mormon Church: "There is no salvation outside the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints"). That is not what the Bible teaches, and it is the only manual, that as a Christian, I adhere to. And I don't know if you are familiar with Freemasonry, but Mormonism shares a lot of tenets with that secret society, and Joseph Smith was a Freemason. Again, I am a strict literalist when it comes to the Bible and I can find no inspiration for the Book of Mormon. I am happy to continue our conversation, if your would like, and I thank you for being open to discussion.

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