The majority of todays Church resembles not one thing like the first Church. It's heartbreaking.
Acts 4:32-37
"And the congregation of those who believed were of one heart and soul; and not one of them claimed that anything belonging to him was his own, but all things were common property to them. And with great power the apostles were giving testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and abundant grace was upon them all. For there was not a needy person among them, for all who were owners of land or houses would sell them and bring the proceeds of the sales and lay them at the apostles’ feet, and they would be distributed to each to the extent that any had need. Now Joseph, a Levite of Cyprian birth, who was also called Barnabas by the apostles (which translated means Son of Encouragement), owned a tract of land. So he sold it, and brought the money and laid it at the apostles’ feet."
Every church in America has a Federal ID#. Most have a flag at the front, alongside the Cross of Jesus. This identity puts the church squarely under the umbrella (banner, authority) of the Federal Government! And, the tax breaks are quite the incentive - the devil's bribe. Jesus said, "Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's". Do not wonder at Jesus's only display of temper in the temple... He knew well the danger and the rot.
I used to communicate with demons, so I recognize them in the churches. I am beyond appalled of telling stories of my experiences in witchcraft, and engagements with demons. It is garbage straight from the pits of hell, and I hate it.
I hate the way it feels sensational, and people are intrigued with the demonic when one tells the truth of it. The telling should be informative, leading to repentance, but it only seems to lead to intrigue. And, I just cannot emphasize how much I hate it - how much this all grieves me. I talk with GOD about it, and He gives me rest. And, I pray for people - those lost, and those found.
We, as Christians, must come to know and believe that unless we COME OUT of the world and its systems (politics being a biggy) we will not qualify for the Kingdom. We CANNOT serve two masters - we will love one, and hate the other.
Also, don't get excited and believe every 'former Satanist' that encounters Jesus Christ and becomes saved. Instead, love and welcome them, yet test their fruits. Don't fawn over them and advance them to the front of your church until they are proven. Believe this: Satan is a liar. He's an infiltrater.
And everyone who prophecies falsely is a liar and a child of their father, the devil.

Hpw eight you are. Our places of worship has become so diluted from the true message of Christ; more like businesses - my heart cries when I feel and see the evil within churches.
ReplyDeleteAmen, my Sister. Me too. It's a true sorrow.
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