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Yes,let God speak to you,through the annoiting of the Holy ghost.I can say it more plainly this way. Prayerfully read and study God's word {bible} daily. I always suggest to start off in prayer First,then by reading and studing the bible.God talks and walks with you always in this manner.
Many false prophets simply point people to themselves. Their covetousness manifests itself in a desire for power, influence, control, prestige, or importance—the antithesis of being poor in spirit, meek, pure in heart, and mourning over their ungodly weaknesses. The true prophet does not draw attention to himself but to God. If a prophet or teacher spends a great deal of time talking about himself, it is a good indication just who his god is!
John the Baptist, the last Old Testament prophet, serves as a positive contrast. He undoubtedly knew what the angel Gabriel told his father, Zacharias (Luke 1:13-17), but there is no record of John promoting this remarkable story. His focus was not on proclaiming who he was, but on doing the work that God had given him to do. The fruit of his life and teaching reveals that he fulfilled the role of Elijah, which Jesus confirms. A false prophet, though, with his covetousness, presumption, and self-will, is more likely to end up spending a good deal of time talking about himself.
Other false prophets, like Balaam, are essentially in it only for the money, and so they will do what is necessary to ensure that the gold rolls in. The False Prophet in Revelation points the whole world to another man—the Beast. A true prophet would never suggest that a man be worshipped, with the exception of John the Baptist pointing the people to God's Son, Jesus Christ. John pointed people to a Man who was also God, and thus worthy of worship.
Prophets are false when they fail to express God's will accurately, and they fail because they are not in contact with the true God. The fruits of their lives and the meaning behind their words will indicate the source of their teaching. To paraphrase Jesus Christ, by their words they will be justified, or by their words they will be condemned (Matthew 12:37). If the words of a prophet are contrary to Scripture, contrary to God's law, the prophet is false, and worthy of condemnation for leading people astray.
We give honor and thanks for "our" Southern California First Jurisdictional Prelate and Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake in our UJC, United Jurisdiction Convocation June 22-28th which is Official Day. We support your vision. We love you!
I have a special offer for those who work with Youth to earn fundraising money. Our project will pay $25 per child 15 years old through 19 to come and teach the relationships skills program (8 hours) or a person trained in your organization can teach it if done by July 31. If it is done by Sept 29 you will earn $15 per child in attendance. The goal is to have as many young people there as possible. Sign in sheets must be completed and turned in. Payments will be made within two weeks after the event. If interested please contact:
Missionary Regina Glaspie
Saints Healthy Marriage Project
saintshealthymarriages.com
559-304-7673
559-225-3744
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I encourage all my brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus. To continue preaching and teaching the Gospel oF Jesus the Christ. . I will continue to Pray and ask for God's continued annoiting. To whomsoever will in this area of Ministery
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