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4:42 And when it was day, he departed and went into a desert place: and the people sought him, and came unto him, and stayed him, that he should not depart from them. 4:43 And he said unto them, I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent. One of the biggest problems with the body of Christ and ministry today is the death grip of a traditional mindset , it seems that many get caught up in hearing the Gospel put out by one particular person or Minister that they have become crippled into trusting a formula or tradition rather than the Word of God.
This seems to have been the case with those in the Synagogues of Galilee Jesus had been ministering to them for some time and when they missed him for a moment, they went seeking for him not realizing that others needed to hear from him also.
One of the things that I realized reading this , was that even with the teachings from Jesus himself, “the people didn’t even realize that he often went to the desert to pray” was it wrong for them to seek him? No! But it goes to show that they didn’t know him personally!
After trying to keep him to themselves , Jesus explained to them that others cities needed to hear him also “Remember the Spirit was not yet given so they were not understanding on a spiritual level, they only saw fleshly .
It was time for him to go to other places to proclaim the kingdom of God.
(Jesus could only be at one place at that time)
People tend to think if there Preacher is not there than the Spirit of God is not either, we have got to get to the place were we can see the Spirit of God in other people in order for us to grow.
What we fail to realize is that when we get accustomed to a certain way of doing or hearing things, we can become traditional in our thinking.
If you are trying to hold or not except the gift of the Spirit in others, than maybe you are selfish and stuck in a traditional frame of Mind. The Spirit has Come. 16:6 But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart. 16:7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. 16:8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment: 16:9 Of sin, because they believe not on me; Jesus Christ has given us his Spirit so we can go out and do "the greater work" unfortunately for some they are to traditional minded to see the gift in others. Our Churches today have become so enamored with having Jesus all to themselves , that they hinder other ministries from going on by "Staying there hand" in other words "Staying the Spirit of the living God", We must get out of this frame of thinking and began to go forth in the Power of God.
Jesus went place to place preaching, and after he was done he left it up to us to finish.
Although we have many Churches with one person doing the Preaching we need to continue going city to city spreading the word to those that are lost. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| This is absolutely amazing Keith. You are becoming an amazing annointed Pastor. I look forward to more... when I think of traditions I tend to think of Catholisism or Lutheran. I couldn't handle the guilt of any of them. I actually tried to convert to Catholasism and couldn't but I did try to confess for 3 hours and the priest was so worn out before he said..are you a Catholic |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Thanks Keith; I know we are to follow Adoni, for all we are worth. Currently our lord is wanting my prayer life to go to the next level. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Amen...we cannot have church as usual....just bound within the four walls....Great post... |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Well Evangelist. We see along the same lines and eventually people are going to start getting it. We need to get together sometime and do something together. i'm sure the world aint ready for that yet! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Hey brother, you write pretty good...must be Holy Spirit inspired, thanks for the blessing of your gift brother! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Becky, Dave,Dan,Carolyn, Prophet,and Carrie- Thank you all so much for responding it is the Holy Spirit that is giving me this (Cheryl) I pray that all will take heed to what the Spirit of God is giving. The Body of Christ needs to know.
Prophet J- I would love for us to do something together, that's what it's all about, "The world might not be ready but hear we come" |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Amen! Amen! Amen!! The Spirit truly speaks to you in a powerful way, Evangelist Keith. You are being given a wonderful gift of The Word and are able to deliver it in such a way that the "rest of us" understand and are given a new meaning. Your timing is impeccable!
I wonder if this post has been inspired by the fact that you and your Worship Team will be making frequent trips into "the desert" on Soul-Winning Fellowship excursions, leaving your flock looking inward at themselves for the Gift of the Spirit? Perhaps they, like those in Galilee, feel they cannot possibly hold Church without their Shepard. They should not doubt themselves or the great teachings they no doubt have been given; this is a chance to let the Spirit take hold and work miracles in their lives and in that Church! Do I hear a very loud Amen?
It's also very true that every Christian needs time alone every day to commune with God. We must find a specific place where there is quiet, no disruption, to meditate and pray -- just you and The Lord. In this way we can be assured that our minds stay focused and clear, we can hear Him, and He will order our steps. I learned this from my Pastor.
May you all receive every blessing and every ounce of love you can stand!
Peace,
Deb |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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A very loud and hearty, "AMEN!!!!" You really hit the nail on the head! I am soo glad to know that what I am trying to relay is getting across. God is good!
Bless you sister Clearwater...bless you! If only more people were as discerning as you. Wow! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Ah yeah! God is so good -- ALL the time! I'm sure you get across to the masses; it's just that many people don't enjoy writing as much as I do! ;-) I really love this post!
Sis. Clearwater |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Gotta AMEN this!!!!!!!! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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OUTSTANDING SON 
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| July 24, 2008 |
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Hey brother,
Working on a sermon this morning and came across Paul's words to the Romans recorded in 15: 20It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not known, so that I would not be building on someone else's foundation. 21Rather, as it is written:
"Those who were not told about him will see, and those who have not heard will understand." 22This is why I have often been hindered from coming to you.
It seems he struggled with this as well as does so many other pastors like myself. Getting the church to understand the simple message that Jesus once told his folk. "It is the sick that need the doctor." Most often, the sick are not inside the four walls of the traditional church.
Don't get me wrong. The church does have its place. However, we simply must move outside the brick and mortar starting with our immediate communities and allow the Holy Spirit to take over. |
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| July 24, 2008 |
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| So right brother Jerry |
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