Month: August 2015

NO MAN KNOWS THE TIME – TRUST GOD ALONE

On By Geri UngureanIn Uncategorized2 Comments

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There is so much talk about September, and how events are lining up for something huge to happen to the earth. Many Christians believe that these events are pointing to the Rapture of the Church. I must admit that much of it is very compelling. So many events happening in the month of September that may or may not point to the Rapture. But some are attempting to convince believers that this is the time.  They say that this is not date setting, but I wonder….

I have many concerns about this. First, what does the Word say?

“But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only. But as the days of Noah were, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noah entered into the ark, And knew not until the flood came, and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be. Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Two women shall be grinding at the mill; the one shall be taken, and the other left. Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up. Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh” (Matthew 24:36-44).

Clearly, Jesus tells us that only His Father knows the day and hour of His coming. He speaks of the days of Noah, and how people were going about their business; not giving Him a thought, and then after the door of the ark was closed, only then were the people carried away by the waters.

Jesus tells us to watch, because we don’t know what hour He will come. What this says to me is that we need to be ready every second of every day. Are we to look at the signs of His coming? Absolutely, yes! But I feel deeply in my spirit that He is telling us to always be ready to be taken from this wicked place by Him. We should be listening for that last trump, and have our spiritual houses in order.

“But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you. For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night. For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape. But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief. Ye are all the children of light, and the children of the day: we are not of the night, nor of darkness” (1 Thessalonians 5:1-5).

Here the Lord is reiterating that He will come unexpectedly, but they we are children of light and not darkness. I believe that He is saying that no matter what day He comes, we will be ready for Him!

MARANATHA:

Question: “What does ‘maranatha’ mean?”

Answer: Maranatha is an Aramaic word that means “the Lord is coming” or “come, O Lord.” The early church faced much persecution, and life for a Christian under Roman rule was not easy. The Romans required everyone to declare that Caesar was god. The early Christians knew that there is only one God and one Lord—Jesus Christ—and in all good conscience they could not call Caesar “Lord,” so the Romans looked upon them as traitors, persecuted them, and put them to death.

Living under those adverse conditions, the believers’ morale was lifted by the hope of the coming of the Lord. “Maranatha!” became the common greeting of the oppressed believers, replacing the Jewish greeting shalom (“peace”). The followers of Jesus knew there would be no peace because Jesus had told them so (Matthew 10:34; Luke 12:51). But they also knew the Lord would be returning to set up His kingdom, and from that truth they drew great comfort. They were constantly reminding and being reminded that the Lord is coming (Luke 21:28; Revelation 22:12). Jesus taught several parables on this same theme of watching and waiting and being prepared for His return (Matthew 25:1-13; Luke 12:35-40).

Today, believers in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ live our lives in the light of the knowledge that He can come at any time. We are to be ready when the call comes. Every day we should expect Him to come, and every day we should long for Him to come. Maranatha reminds us to keep our eyes on the eternal things of the Spirit. To dwell on material things is to be in constant mental turmoil. Looking down, we see the earth; looking around, we see earthly things. But looking up, we see the hope of the soon coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. To those who are discouraged today, Maranatha! To those who are worried today, Maranatha! To those who are filled with anxiety over the problems they are facing, Maranatha! Our Lord is coming! [1]

HIS COMING

I hope and pray that this September brings our Lord Jesus to snatch us away to be with Him forever. But I don’t like to say that I know that this is His timing. Can you imagine how many Christians are convinced that the hour is upon us? I am concerned about two things. One is that if this is not the time of His return, these precious brothers and sisters will be devastated and depressed. I am also concerned that many may be so excited about this, that they forget why we are still here — and that is to share Salvation with the lost!

Brethren, we must continue each day to serve Him. It is His will that we share the Words of life to others. They must know that He is the only way to heaven. We must tell them that all other religions are false and are deceptions from the evil one. How will they know if we don’t tell them?

The last Words of our Lord before He left this earth:

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen” (Matthew 28:19-20).

MARANATHA!

[1] http://www.gotquestions.org/maranatha.html

POPE FRANCIS – FALSE PROPHET?

On By Geri UngureanIn False Prophet, Pope Francis3 Comments

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Pope Francis has released an encyclical letter to the world, which he states will become part of the Catholic Church’s writings. Many believe that the timing of the release of the letter was to have maximum public impact, prior to the Pope’s speech at the UN in September.

“The rare encyclical, called “Laudato Sii”, or “Praised Be”, has been timed to have maximum public impact ahead of the pope’s meeting with Barack Obama and his address to the US Congress and the UN general assembly in September.

It is also intended to improve the prospect of a strong new UN global agreement to cut climate emissions. By adding a moral dimension to the well-rehearsed scientific arguments, Francis hopes to raise the ambition of countries above their own self-interest to secure a strong deal in a crucial climate summit in Paris in November.

Much of the encyclical is not that surprising. But what is raising eyebrows is the Pope’s call for a new global political authority.” [1]

Global political authority? Read that again. The Pope is calling for a One World Governing authority. We are witnessing Bible Prophecy being fulfilled before our very eyes. Is it scary and disconcerting? Of course it is — we are human. But it is also very exciting to me that we are closer than many have thought to the glorious appearing of our Lord Jesus to catch us up with Him, and to be with Him forevermore.

“What is even more alarming is who will be on the stage with the Pope when this encyclical is formally released. John Schellnhuber is a German professor that has some very radical views on climate change. For instance, he believes that our planet is overpopulated by at least six billion people.

Professor John Schellnhuber has been chosen as a speaker for the Vatican’s rolling out of a Papal document on climate change. He’s the professor who previously said the planet is overpopulated by at least six billion people. Now, the Vatican is giving him a platform which many expect will result in an official Church declaration in support of radical depopulation in the name of “climate science.”

And Schellnhuber also happens to believe that we need a new global political authority. If he had his way, there would be an “Earth Constitution”, a “Global Council” directly elected by the people of the planet, and a “Planetary Court” that would be above all other courts on the globe.”

AN EXCERPT FROM THE POPE’S  ENCYCLICAL LETTER:

“Laudato si’, mi’ Signore” – “Praise be to

you, my Lord”. In the words of this beautiful

canticle, Saint Francis of Assisi reminds us that

our common home is like a sister with whom we

share our life and a beautiful mother who opens

her arms to embrace us. “Praise be to you, my

Lord, through our Sister, Mother Earth, who

sustains and governs us, and who produces various

fruit with coloured flowers and herbs”.

“This sister now cries out to us because of

the harm we have inflicted on her by our irresponsible

use and abuse of the goods with which

God has endowed her. We have come to see

ourselves as her lords and masters, entitled to

plunder her at will. The violence present in our

hearts, wounded by sin, is also reflected in the

symptoms of sickness evident in the soil, in the

water, in the air and in all forms of life.”

“This is why the earth herself, burdened and laid waste,

is among the most abandoned and maltreated of

our poor; she “groans in travail” (Rom 8:22). We

have forgotten that we ourselves are dust of the

earth (cf. Gen 2:7); our very bodies are made up

of her elements, we breathe her air and we receive

life and refreshment from her waters.”

Nothing in this world is indifferent to us.”  [2] (Emphasis mine)

Can you say NEW AGE?

Pope Francis certainly meets the Biblical criteria for the False Prophet. September should be very interesting to watch his speech before the UN, where he unveils his entire Encylclical Letter.

Many Catholics are quite angry at this article. I have written a few pieces on Pope Francis. This is the first article which has compelling evidence that we may in fact be looking at the one whom the Bible calls the False Prophet.

Share the Gospel with everyone you know, even if you don’t have faith that they will respond.

GOD IS ABLE!!!

MARANATHA!!

[1] http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2015-06-18/pope-francis-calls-new-global-political-authority-save-humanity

[2]http://w2.vatican.va/content/dam/francesco/pdf/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si_en.pdf

CHRISTIAN YOGA: BRINGING THE KUNDALINI SERPENT INTO THE CHURCH

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NOTHING SEEMS TO GET A HEATED DEBATE STARTED FASTER THAN CHALLENGING A CHRISTIAN WHO PRACTICES YOGA ON THIS SUBJECT.

“But I only do the stretching part.” I can’t tell you how many times I have heard this. This article is written for the sake of clarification and education on the practice of Yoga.

WHAT IS YOGA?

Yoga (/ˈjoʊɡə/; Sanskrit: योग, Listen) are the physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines that aim to transform body and mind. The term denotes a variety of schools, practices and goals in Hinduism, Buddhism (including Vajrayana and Tibetan Buddhism and Jainism,[ the best-known being Hatha yoga and Raja yoga. The term yoga is derived from the literal meaning of “yoking together” a span of horses or oxes, but came to be applied to the “yoking” of mind and body.[1]- source

Yoga:noun a mystic and ascetic Hindu discipline by which one seeks to achieve liberation of the self and union with the supreme spirit or universal soul through intense concentration, deep meditation, and practices involving prescribed postures, controlled breathing, etc. a system of exercising involving the postures, breathing, etc. practiced in this discipline [2] – source

A Christian who studies the Word of God, should instantly see red flags and discern that Yoga and Christianity are not compatible. We see in the definition “Yoga is the physical, mental and spiritual practices or disciplines that aim to transform body and mind.” What does God say about transforming our minds?

“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” (Romans 12:2)
Immediately we see a problem between transforming our minds in Yoga, and being transformed by the renewing of our minds according to the Word of God. As Christians, God wants our minds to be renewed, so we will be able to know His will for us. God wants us to be closer to Him. He speaks to us through His Word. He is our perfect Father.

“According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue” (2 Peter 1:3)

We know that the practice of Yoga is rooted in Hinduism and Buddhism. As Christians, do we want to open up our minds to something that will transform us to be more like Hindus or Buddhists? Ok, when we see it in black and white, it seems unthinkable. But this is exactly what practicing Yoga is accomplishing in your life.

“There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” (Proverbs 14:12)

Next we see in the definition – The term yoga is derived from the literal meaning of “yoking together” a span of horses or oxes, but came to be applied to the “yoking”of mind and body.

Another red flag should easily be seen by a student of the Word. Let’s see what God says about being yoked together:

“Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?” (2 Corinthians 6:14)

The picture of oxen being yoked together is used by both Yoga and the Word. In Yoga, the goal is for mind and body to be yoked together. It’s a Hindu discipline to bring mind and body into submission – but to what end?

Were you aware that every Yoga pose is a posture of worship to various Hindu gods? In this way, the person is making offerings to millions of Hindu deities! Of course, these details are left off of the “Welcome pamphlet” in Yoga centers. People are coming there to stretch and relax and be energized, right?

THE KUNDALINI SPIRIT

In an interview with Dave Hunt of the Berean Call (Dave is now with our Lord) the subject of the Kundalini Spirit was addressed:

“In spite of the advertisements and talk about health and fitness yoga’s real goal is to awaken Kundalini power, coiled like a serpent at the base of the spine, ready to spring up to manifest itself through the alleged chakras, (centers of universal force) of the body.” Now, what exactly is Kundalini yoga, or Kundalini power, for that matter?”

Dave Hunt:

“Well, to put it bluntly, it’s demonic. There is no way you can explain it physically, it’s a non physical force. There certainly is nothing coiled at the base of the spine, three and one-half times coiled like a serpent that’s going to spring up when you get in the proper state of consciousness, supposedly. This is the same occult power that all the occultists are in touch with, or try to be in touch with.”

In yoga, the student is told to empty their minds to prepare for meditation. An empty mind is exactly what Satan likes! Look at what God says about meditation:

“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.” (Psalm 19:14)

We meditate on His Law and on His Word. We FILL our minds with the goodness of our Father’s perfect and Holy Words. Do you want an empty mind, or a mind filled with God’s Word?

“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.” (Psalm 119:11)

We have seen the videos of holy laughter and other aberrant behavior in churches. Do we have to wonder from where the spirits came who wreak such havoc with children of God? Could it be that so many Christians are practicing yoga and are bringing the Kundalini spirit into their services? I have read that Hindus who knowingly seek out the Kundalini spirit, behave in similar ways during their worship. With the uncontrollable laughter and rolling about on the floor, it would be hard to tell the difference between them and a charismatic Christian service!

Over thirty million people in America practice Yoga. In the 1960’s, Transcendental Meditation came on the American scene. It was a time of self realization and finding the meaning to life within oneself. Society pushed God aside, and replaced Him with Self. Secular humanism is the new religion, and it has caused the moral decline of our society. If there is no God, then there are no moral absolutes, right? Unfortunately, this ideology has crept into the Church as well.

CHRISTIANS SHOULD NOT LOOK LIKE THE WORLD

How will we persuade a lost world that they need to repent and trust Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of their sins, if we look just like them? God wants us to come out from them and behave and live like His children. When the world looks at us, do they see Jesus? That should be the prayer of each of our hearts – daily.

“Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils” (1 Timothy 4:1)

If we try to fit into this world, we not only ruin our testimony, but we put ourselves in jeopardy of falling away from God. Do you not know that the devil seeks to destroy you all day long? He is the accuser of the brethren. He is a liar and the father of lies. If we don’t cling to our Father and study His Word, we become prey for the enemy of our souls.

YOGA AND NEW AGE PRACTICES

I have heard Christians talk about the evil of New Age practices, and yet they practice yoga. Somehow our churches have placed a stamp of approval on yoga. A brother or sister in Christ would never think of attending a séance or play with a Ouija board, or see a spiritist for a reading. But these same people will go to their yoga classes and enthusiastically invite others. It’s time for the truth about yoga to be told to your family and friends!

Writing this article will certainly not win me new friends. As a matter of fact, some may choose to ignore the warnings and consider me a bit fanatical. But hopefully others who have wondered about yoga, will be glad that they now know the dangers of it.

Don’t forget that the Evil one – the father of lies – the author of confusion – Satan, wants to take you away from the Lord. Hold fast to what you know is right. Turn away from evil. Cling to Jesus and His Word.

1 Peter 5:8
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.”

Maranatha!

 

PROOF THAT ABORTION DRAMATICALLY INCREASES A WOMAN’S CHANCE OF BREAST CANCER.

On By Geri UngureanIn Uncategorized2 Comments

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For years, scientists and doctors have been sounding the alarm about the correlation between abortion and breast cancer. We don’t hear much about this anymore. One reason for that is that the government has shut this down as junk science. Susan G. Komen and Planned Parenthood have refuted this claim, and it seems that the world is listening to the wrong sources.

Now, a study in China proves beyond a doubt that abortion(s) absolutely increases a woman’s chance to develop breast cancer in her lifetime — and not just by a small margin. A new Chinese meta-analysis study has found a dramatic increase in the risk for breast cancer in women after having an abortion. The risk continues to grow after each subsequent abortion.

After one abortion, researches have seen that Chinese women had a 44% higher development of breast cancer. After two abortions, breast cancer increased by 76%. After three abortions, breast cancer was increased to 89%.

From Natural News:

The new study was published last week in the peer reviewed international journal Cancer Causes and Control and was conducted by Chinese researchers from the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the Tianjin Medical University Cancer Hospital. In the study, the researchers examined 36 articles (two cohort studies and 34 case-control studies) that investigated the associations between abortion and breast cancer.

Chinese women historically have had lower rates of breast cancer compared to women in western countries such as the United States. However, breast cancer incidences in China have increased at an “alarming rate” over the past two decades – increases which have corresponded with implementation of the Chinese Communist Party’s one-child policy.

The one-child policy is strictly enforced in China, and pregnant women who already have a child are often forced to undergo abortions. [1]

The study is being called a “Game Changer” by scientists and doctors. Joel Brind, professor of endocrinology at Baruch College City University of New York, and his peers say that after years of of attempts by special interest groups to discredit these findings, the Chinese study clearly shows the link between abortion and breast cancer.

More from Natural News:

The new Chinese research follows closely on the heels of two similar studies published earlier this year. An Indian study published in May reported a six-fold (600%) greater risk of breast cancer among Indian women with a history of induced abortion. A Bangladesh study found that women with a history of induced abortion had a 20-fold (2,000%) increase in the likelihood of developing breast cancer.

Dr. Brind called the recent findings “of the sort of magnitude that has typified the link between cigarettes and lung cancer.”

The connection between abortions and breast cancer appears to be linked to hormones and stem cells. According to Dr. Jane Orient, estrogen increases by 2,000% by the end of the first trimester, which increases the vulnerability for some women for estrogen-fueled cancers. However, when pregnancies go to full term, 85% of breast-cancer tissue becomes cancer-resistant due to hormones made by the fetal placenta presence. [1]

On a personal note, my best friend and sister in Christ went home to be with the Lord last year. She had confided in me that when she was a teen, she became pregnant. She hid this from her mother until she was quite far along. This was in the 1960s. Finally, when her mother was aware of her being pregnant, she forced my friend to have a “back alley” abortion performed. This left my friend sterile.

She developed breast cancer in her 50’s. The cancer metastasized to her bones, and after horrific suffering, she went home to be Jesus.

If I can reach one woman who is contemplating abortion with this article, and she keeps her child — I will have helped to save a baby and perhaps even the mother. Hopefully,  many women will read this piece.

Please share this with your friends and relatives!

MARANATHA!

[1] http://www.naturalnews.com/043146_breast_cancer_abortions_increased_risk.html