Blessings Or Curses

"I Will Bless Those Who Bless You, And I Will Curse Him Who Curses You"

Genesis 12:3

I would think we are all aware of the true story of the life of Charles Lindbergh. He became the first pilot to cross the Atlantic Ocean solo flying non-stop from New York to Paris in 1927. Millions hailed him as a hero and many U.S. schools and streets were named after him.

As America was about to enter World War II, Lindbergh in a speech advised against entering the war since he had become a Nazi sympathizer. He stated the Jews were partly to blame for the war. Lindbergh's popularity almost disappeared after the speech and Trans World Airlines stopped calling itself "The Lindbergh Airline." 

Charles Lindbergh was either ignorant or defiant of our Lord God's Word concerning the Jewish people in Genesis 12:3. This verse states very clearly that those who bless the Seed of Abraham will be blessed but those who curse them will come under God's judgement.

Britain's rise and fall reflects its action for or against Israel. At the turn of the 20th century, Britain was a global empire. This was believed to be the result of Christians in Britain praying for and loving the Jews. The Balfour Declaration of 1917 helped liberate Jerusalem from the Turks. However, because of Arab opposition, Britain allocated much of the land promised for Israel to Jordan and lost its empire.

Books have been written documenting how individuals and countries have been blessed or cursed depending on how they treat Israel and the Jewish people. Personally, I have supported Israel for 25 years and have been blessed over and over again. Allow me to close by expressing clearly that I do not support Israel just to be blessed but to be in obedience to the Word of my Lord and Savior. Bless His Holy Name.

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You This Day And Every Day,

Frank   

Gog On Their Doorstep

As we all are experiencing the possibly prophetic month of September, 2015, another possibly prophetic event is taking place in Syria. Gog, in the form of Russian troops, are moving in next door to Israel.

Syria has been involved in a Civil War for the last 55 months that has claimed 250 thousand lives. Segments of the population have been attempting to overthrow the dictatorial Assad government. Recently, multiplied thousands of Syrians are fleeing their country looking for safety and a new home in Europe.

Russia has been providing the Assad regime with supplies, guns, grenades, fighter jets, etc. Now, we learn Russia has set up an air traffic control tower and is constructing housing for one thousand military personnel. 

Why is all this prophetically significant especially to Israel? Ezekiel 38 & 39 describe an invasion of Israel by five nations, including Iran, led by a leader called Gog who is believed to be the leader of Russia. This invasion from the north WILL TAKE PLACE according to the above scriptures.  The only question is when it will take place? Will it be just before the Rapture, which appears to be this current time, or will it be just before the Battle of Armageddon?

"Therefore, son of man, prophesy and say to Gog, 'Thus says The Lord God: On that day when My people Israel dwell safely, will you not know it? Then you will come from your place out of the far north, you and many peoples with you, all of them riding on horses, a great company and a mighty army. You will come up against My people Israel like a cloud, to cover the land. It will be in the later days that I will bring you against My land, so that the nations may know Me, when I am hallowed in you, O Gog, before their eyes.'" "I will call for a sword against Gog throughout all My mountains . . . Thus I will magnify Myself and sanctify Myself, and I will be known in the eyes of many nations. Then they shall know that I am The Lord." Ezekiel 38:14-16, 21, 23. 

Those living in Israel desperately need our prayers! We know the outcome of this battle - a victory for our Lord God and His people Israel but they need our prayers in the process.

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You This Day And Each Day,

Frank

Rosh Hashana

At sundown this Sunday and for 24 hours the Jewish people throughout the world will take part in the Fall Festival known as Rosh Hashana. This Festival is the Jewish New Year and the beginning of their civil cycle.

There are two portions of scriptures read during Rosh Hashana in the synagogues. The first portion details the birth of Isaac and the second portion is called the "Akedah" which means binding. The readings are from Genesis 22 and records the long journey of Abraham and Isaac ending in the binding of Isaac for the requested sacrifice from God.

God's revealed name in this story of Abraham is Adonai - Yireh which means "God Will Provide." Abraham worshiped God even knowing what was required from him. He also bowed low before The Lord in submission. Bowing is considered a posture of deepest worship and total submission to God. Abraham responded in this manner knowing he would lose his only son putting in jeopardy God's promise to bless the people of the earth through him and his son.

As the Jewish people look again at this very important story in God's word, we as Gentile Christians can also learn a great deal from reviewing this story. Abraham's response to God's requirement revealed how to hear the voice of God, how to respond to the voice of God and how to worship when all within us would want to turn the other way and not obey.

As we approach this weekend and the whole month of September and beyond, we all face some unsettling and possibly difficult times. The question is - how are we going to respond?  During the days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur many prayers are said in synagogues.

The following is one example, "And therefore, Lord our God, cause all that you created to remember fully all that you have done; cause all Your creatures to revere Your doings and to tremble in Your presence; cause them all to act as one to do Your will wholeheartedly. For we know Lord our God, that the strength of Your hand, the power of Your right arm and the awesomeness of Your name rule over all creation. And therefore, Lord give honor to Your people, praise to those who revere You, hope to those who seek You, confidence to those who await You, joy to Your land and gladness to Your city, triumph to the horn of David Your servant and light to the lamp of Messiah. And therefore, the righteous will see and be glad, the upright will rejoice and the faithfully loving celebrate in song while evil is silenced and all wickedness vanishes like smoke - for you will erase the tyranny of arrogance from the earth." 

Prayers like this accomplish much in expanding the Kingdom of God, let us all be about praying similar prayers in the days ahead.

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You This Day And Each Day,

Frank 

September, 2015 - A Time To Pray

Well, this month has finally arrived. We have been hearing about this month for a long time, even years. Jonathan Cahn, a Messianic Rabbi, has been alerting anyone who would listen about possible judgments and/or movements of God during September, 2015. He even wrote two books - The Harbinger and The Mystery Of The Shemitah.

Probably, nothing more needs to be said about the upcoming events of this month. As a result, our message this week is a Call To Pray! Hebrews 4:16 says, "Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Israel and the United States are in a time of need, we are all in a time of need for God's grace and mercy. 

A brief word of encouragement for your prayers. If you have not seen the movie "War Room," make an effort to view this God - ordained message. The power of prayer, the effectiveness of prayer and the importance and need of prayer are illustrated to perfection. A timely message for today!

With all that is scheduled for this month, two of them lay heavy on my heart and both will take place at the United Nations. The 70th session of the U.N. General Assembly convenes September 15th. It is believed France will present a resolution to recognize a Palestinian State. This proposal would bypass any involvement or talks with Israel. Previously, the United States has always vetoed such resolutions. However, that action by the U.S. appears to not be a certainty this time.

Additionally, the U.N. on September 25th will launch discussions of a new Development Agenda for the whole world. This includes provisions for economics, agriculture and education. Is this in preparation for The New World Order? The Pope will give a major kick-off speech for this session.

Our Lord God says in Isaiah 41:10-13, "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Behold, all those who were incensed against you shall be ashamed and disgraced; they shall be as nothing, and those who strive with you shall perish. You shall seek them and not find them, those who contended with you. Those who war against you shall be as nothing, as a nonexistent thing. For I, The Lord your God will hold your right hand, saying to you, 'Fear not, I will help you.'"    

Let us all be those bold prayer warriors who "Fear Not" especially during this month of September!

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You This Day And Every Day,

Frank