Massive Food Shortages On The Way!!

                                                  

   In accordance with Biblical scripture and prophecies, it seems inevitable that massive food shortages are on the way. Inflation on most food products was up around 29% last year, fuel is ready to jump way up as well, and in just the last few days has jumped 13 cents per gallon in the area I live in!
   What else should we expect as we get further and further into the "last days"? The revolutions that took place in Tunisia and in Egypt have begun to spread to other Middle Eastern countries, and now Yemen, Algeria, Libya, Bahrain, and even Iran are seeing great unrest coming from their populations as well. These various peoples are saying that they want freedom, when it actually appears that they are most likely going to end up being controlled by Islamic extremists.
    Yes, they may actually have a democratic type of election in the near future, but if they vote in these Islamic extremists, they will only have that one election in a democratic fashion and that will be it.
    The only possible exception to that may be Iran, where they are already controlled by these Muslims of a terrorist mind-set, and the population seems to be rebelling against their rule. In fact the Iranian government has ordered these protesters executed! A far cry from what has happened so far in Egypt for example, where the military has shown great restraint allowing the demonstrators to have their say.
     These dictatorial Middle Eastern governments are all running scared. If the majority of theses revolutions are successful, the overall disruption they will bring to the area will further aggravate food and fuel shortages, especially in those areas where the day to day commerce gets disrupted, and eventually over here in the U.S., we will feel the impact. If you think that a 29% increase last year was bad wait until we see the 50% jump for the present year, which may very well be just around the corner.
    "And I heard a voice in the midst of the four beasts say, A measure of wheat for a penny, and three measures of barley for a penny; and see thou hurt not the oil and the wine." Revelation 6:6.
Adjusted for inflation over a couple of thousand years means we could be paying $15.00 for a loaf of bread as well as $5--$6 dollars for a gallon of gas in the next few years!
 

Here We Go, Watch Out Israel!

  

                                                            
   This new year is just chock full of surprises. Now, after the fall of the government in Tunisia, Egypt is under siege, with Jordan also exhibiting extreme stress! All around the Middle East any government that has been friendly to the U.S. or Israel, seems to be under great attack and the results most likely will be that Muslim extremists will instill new forms of government that will no longer tolerate Israel or the U.S.!  Relationship with these new governments will be tenuous at best! Christians and Jews are already pretty much hated and persecuted throughout the region and will be more so now.
    Quite a few of these Muslim organizations that are vying for power want to instill Sharia Law, which treats women like property, and punishes homosexuals with the death penalty, in addition to the killing of Christians and Jews who do not renounce their faith!
    "And He said unto them, When I sent you without purse, and scrip, and shoes, did you lack anything? And they said, Nothing. Then He said unto them, But now, he that has a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that has no sword, let him sell his garment and buy one!" Luke 22: 35& 36.
    Adhering to the tenets of Christianity calls for us to try the way of peace FIRST! However, here Christ clearly is telling us that, if necessary, the taking of life in self defense or in defense of those that are weak and defenseless may be necessary at times. Please keep this in mind as we watch what is happening over there. We could be getting a glimpse of what will be happening in the streets of America in 20 or 30 years, if our government continues to ignore the will of the people!

    "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee." Psalm 122:6.

National Religious Freedom Day!

  Sunday, Jan.16th is National Religious Freedom Day. That is one of the main pillars our country was founded upon. The Pilgrims were tired of being persecuted for not following the rules of the Church of England that basically did what the king told them to. They gathered together what they could and began to find ways to get to the "New World".
   It is vital to us to protect this freedom! We all have the freedom to worship or not as WE choose, not as the government chooses. We don't have to worry about being forced to join one group or abandon another. There are not a lot of countries where this is possible outside of Western Europe, Japan, S. Korea, Australia & New Zealand!
   We do not need the Muslims sharia law, or any other tenets from any religion including Christianity, forced upon us. That is what makes us a great country in spite of the various problems we wrestle with from day to day.
    Exercise your prayerful spirit.Please remember to pray for our continued religious freedom. As we get further into the "last days", Christians will be persecuted more & more in the West as they already are in quite a few places around the world. There are a great many martyrs in Christiandom, that we may be unaware of here in our somewhat  insulated lifestyles!
    In conclusion PRAY....pray for our continued freedom, pray for those who do not enjoy our level of freedom, pray for those suffering around he world from hunger, disease, persecution, Some of these people could be your close neighbors or friends. "Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Quench not the Spirit." 1st Thessalonians 5:17-19.

What A Start! -- We Need To Pray!

 

   What a start to the New Year! Just prior to the anniversary of the earthquake in  Haiti, we have the news of the Tucson, AZ shootings! Not to ignore tensions all across the globe, wars and rumors of wars, pestilence, mass bird and fish kills, you name it. Oh & don't forget genetic manipulation of the food supply .... I believe we are a bit further into the "end times" than most people realize. It is vital that we pray for the people and situations  around us in Christ Jesus' name! God has brought us victory in Jesus Christ of Nazareth!!
  Why does the world look so dark? That is the way it is supposed to get as the "end of days" nears.
However, we are reminded in Mark 13:32 "No man knows the day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father."  It is trust in the true and living God, Yahweh through His Son Jesus, and prayer in the Holy Spirit that will bring us through. " Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path." Proverbs 3:5-6.

Keeping Christ in Christmas

                    
   Way too many people, Christians included, get carried away with the material side of this holiday (holyday)
season. Let us all pause and take time to reflect on the incredible mercy and grace of God in providing a way for
we as humans to approach Him in all His Holiness. "Jesus said to him, I  am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes unto the Father, but by me." John 14:6.
   Our nature as humans, is to give in to the desires and lusts of the flesh. We want to be first, not last. We want to be at the head of the line of traffic, waited on first at restaurants etc.
   It is commendable to give gifts to those we are fond of at this time of year. Let's make sure that the real gift we give is one of friendship, love and compassion, and if we would but try to make an effort to extend that beyond this Christmas season. It will do honor to our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ of Nazareth, and the name of God our gracious Father, not to mention the change it will bring to our respective areas and lives!
   "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be on His shoulder: and His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty, God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6.
 

Between the Holidays

Thanksgiving has come and gone - now the anticipation of Christmas is here! Traditionally at our home, we change from Thanksgiving to Christmas overnight! The Christmas tree, with gifts underneath, the outside lights are up, and soon it will be Christmas. We can never forget what Christmas is truly about though. Jesus Christ, Our Lord, is alive and with Our Father in Heaven! We need to remember to help those that are having a hard time this year. To pray for our families and our friends, our soldiers still fighting for our freedom! The good tidings, the joy, needs to continue all year long - We need Christmas to continue in our lives, our hearts!

Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas!

Prayerful Spirit: Thanksgiving & The Giving of Thanks!

Prayerful Spirit: Thanksgiving & The Giving of Thanks!