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Greetings brethren, friends and neighbors,
On Tuesday April 13, 2004 President Bush gave another “State of the Union” speech addressing the agenda of his administration and future Presidents. Bush said, “This is going to be a long war,” and despite being unable to find any weapons of massive destruction in Iraq, he believed they (WMD’s) were still there. “Oh, we’re going to find them, it’s just a matter of time. They’re there somewhere,” he said. The President also talked of leaving behind a legacy. Well, he certainly is doing that now isn’t he? Yes, he has left quite a messy global affair that goes beyond National boundaries. What Bush has done is ignite the very conflict that will one day soon lead to fulfillment of ancient biblical prophesy as outlined in Scripture.
He indicated that what he has done is establish priority with regards to what American interests should be; that is continuing to fight the “War on Terror” for many years to come and he clearly indicated, “Regardless of who is President in this country, this will remain a priority for Americans and is necessary to preserve peace and democracy.” The President was pretty clear that we (USA) were going to be there for a long time. He seemed quite proud of the fact that soldiers were dying “everyday” but that they were “dying for an honorable cause.”
When questioned by two different reporters about “having made any mistakes” and “would you have done anything different?” Bush revealed his true colors. In his deluded mind, he has done no wrong with respect to how he has been handling the Middle East crisis and declared that he would have not done anything different. To one reporter, he said, “Gee, you should have given me that question earlier so I could have time to prepare a proper response.” This was the last opportunity for President Bush to justify his “War on Terror” and he said that when Americans vote, “they will decide what is important to them.” Brethren, I refuse to participate in evil. My choice is made!
There was no talk about the millions of lost jobs to over seas manufacturing nor was anyone in the crowd of reporters smart enough to question him on the lies regarding the country’s economic condition or the blatant lie about the true “unemployment” figures. You didn’t believe the latest report by Dan Rather that the Nation’s unemployment rate dropped did you? Here is how they were able to deceive most Americans with that story… There are no more unemployment extensions for anyone unless you are “in school” getting “re-trained.” Therefore, if you are not on a computer register collecting unemployment benefits, you are no longer counted among the millions of unemployed. I know this because I have many friends who were Boeing employees and no longer are due to lay-offs. The jobs they used to work have been sold off to foreign manufacturers for the sake of better financials. This has been going on for years and Bush is rewarding American companies for doing such. Much of what we see in today’s economy is a direct result of Bush’s current policies and lack of regard for the most important economic engine of modern civilization, a decent job with decent pay. America has been sold out to foreign interests. This is the first step towards dismantling American sovereignty and nationalism to make way for the “New World Order.” Mark my words brethren; this is the embryonic stage of a new infrastructure, which will eventually be integrated and become part of the New World Order; the system of Anti-Christ!
In very plain English, we are being duped and deceived regarding America’s so-called “War on Terrorism.” While most Americans are buying into the greatest lie of the 21st Century, there are a few soldiers of righteousness who are on the front lines of this “Abomination” and are given to “expose” the truth about what is really taking place. Some of these men are not unlike “good reporters” who are able to selflessly go to the heart and heat of battle, risking their lives and surrendering their “so called” rights and privileges of society to bring you their eye-witness testimonies of graft, corruption, heresy and hypocrisy from within the “established” religious and secular orders and affairs of men and Nations.
To begin with, the lie that America was under threat by angry Middle Eastern sects and that 911 was an attack from an enemy, outside our boarders, has indeed generated the pre-determined response the American Government was hoping for. If there wasn’t a threat then, there certainly is today and it comes by way of increased hatred and animosity for the strong arm tactics commonly employed by American Bureaucracy and Foreign Policy and its own ambitious military power and authority. The current WAR had to be justified. More over, our Government needed the people to believe there indeed was a threat in order to justify its plans for pouring millions into beefed up military, weaponry, law enforcement and various other security measures designed to “restrict” and “control.”
More and more Americans are continuing to be brainwashed and conditioned by “strategically planned” media venues designed to precipitate a particular response. You see it everywhere on the TV. The most popular show, “Survivor,” is a game of raw deception, ulterior motive and hidden agenda. The survivors that “win” in the end or hold out the longest have done so by being two-faced, conniving, lust mongering, evil, greedy souls whose only mission is to destroy others credibility so that there will be only “one” survivor collecting a million dollars. At the very heart of this show is the intended purpose of the enemy; seeking to destroy rather than to save, seeking to take rather than to give.
Then there is the plethora of CSI “type” shows which are a direct result and fruit of the “Think-Tank” which was formed by Washington DC “Brass from the Pentagon” and the main stream Hollywood Producers two years ago when Washington decided that what American TV viewers needed was programming to influence and foster “pride,” “justice” (the American way), and “freedom” (the American view). Programmed into these shows is all the latest technology now employed by current law enforcement agencies and many are set with a backdrop of current terrorism issues having a post 911 flavor. The story line always leaves you with a feeling that America has the corner market on truth, justice and freedom. The story is never told from a perspective that America is wrong in pushing their political and democratic agenda on other sovereign Nations. Since before 911, I have been declaring American interests to be centered on “power and resource.” This might be better described as a “Divide and Conquer” agenda.
The Bush Government has successfully duped the majority of Americans into believing that America is seriously threatened by a few segmented groups of religious anti-Christian zealots who were supposed to have nuclear capability. No weapons of mass destruction have yet been found but bureaucrats sure spent our fair share of taxpayer dollars on destroying much of the Iraqi infrastructure with our own weapons of mass destruction. Just who is the real bully on the playground? Smacks of hypocrisy, don’t you think?
This is what is happening; voting Americans are being brainwashed into believing that the US is a “chosen” Nation given to “protect” and safeguard democracy and enforce its political views and might on the rest of the world. There is a lot of misinformation the average hearer cannot discern because the facts are so spread out and delivered in a re-arranged context that one is generally confused when left to absorb all the media glitz, hype and sensationalism designed to foster pride. I ask you, “What comes before a fall?”
Among those who have discernment are a few brave souls who are able to sift through the quagmire of garbage information finding gems of truth appearing like diamonds glistening in the sun, exposing the underlying truth of the “matrix” which has been engineered to keep us wandering aimlessly without hope or direction like “dumb animals.” Plainly speaking, misinformation and sensationalism are the vehicles employed to deceive the mass majority of American citizens and their allied neighbors. Though we may be considered as sheep, are we really dumb animals?
On March 31, 2004, Dan Rather from CBS News reported on the increased interest in religion and particularly stories of Jesus. “Why is religion so popular?” He asks. He summarizes the story line question with “many, if not most Americans are doing a lot of soul searching as a result of today’s alarming rise in terrorist threats and increased security risks and crime.” Dan pointed out the success of fictional Christian stories, books and movies as being one of the results of today’s heightened fears. Herein was a truth spoken but not easily discerned. Therein is the catalyst of increased popularity tied into the popular fictional hero story lines and fabricated manipulation of distorted truths designed to illicit a particular response from a hypnotized TV audience. Tim LaHaye and his partner have just announced the publication of the twelfth and final book in his “Left Behind” Series, said to be “Christian fiction.” Why, I ask are so many gravitating to the fictional books and surreal world of Hollywood when the current events should be leading lost and wandering souls back to the fundamental teachings of repentance, grace, mercy and the salvation offered us through the true Gospel of Christ crucified? What is wrong with this picture? Only one man has been reported to having confessed of a murder long ago as a result of seeing Mel Gibson’s Movie, “The Passion.” Again, I ask, “What is wrong with this picture?”
A small number of you who are as concerned as I am, seem to have it together with regards to your passion and zeal for the "work" that must continue if we will ever be counted as having made a difference. I sure wish more were so inspired to "do what they can," as it relates to supporting the work of God's servants and messengers. Truthfully though, when you take a closer look at the Biblical record, it seems to be the standard rule of thumb throughout recorded history. Not many are so inspired and I guess that is what must be because the "Word" tells us that so few will ever engage themselves in the given work and duty at hand. Though many have opportunity to do so, their world is much smaller and the “powers and principalities of this dark world” such that they are, do not grieve for humanity nor are they able to see through the veil of confusion that they themselves precipitate. Unfortunately, for many, their eyes have been darkened and the light is not in them. For some have already fallen victim; "God has sent upon them a deluding influence so that they may continue to believe what is false..."
Everyday the media reports some number of American and allied troops being killed, dragged through the streets and burned by angry Muslims whose very lives are being forced to change by the all powerful strong arm of American Government. The US captured Saddam Hussein so why are we still there? This exemplifies the very nature of the darker forces of evil and principalities that Apostle Paul spoke of to the Ephesians.
Most are unaware that the whole shift in "World Security" to protect against so-called "Terrorism" is a facade to justify putting into place a longer reaching and all encompassing "Law and Order" to protect American and Allied interests abroad. But there is so much more to it... One day, most probably in our life times, we will see the dissipating national sovereignty of nations be replaced by a "New World Order" which will inevitably be the very infrastructure for the promised "anti-Christ" who will come at the height of chaos and international genocide and promise world citizens everywhere, "peace and security." This will likely be on the "eve" of when we see the "Abomination of Desolation."
On September 11, 1990, President George
Bush Sr. had said in an address, “out of these troubled
times; a new world order can emerge.”
We all know what happened on the ninth month of our calendar year, ten years later September 11, 2001 the first year when President George Bush Jr. took office.
1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 “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.” Will anyone remember what God promised? Will anyone at that time surrender unto God's Word and sovereign authority and submit themselves "as living and holy sacrifices" for the cause of what is right and just, good and holy? We will see. The trials upon mankind will be greatest in these darker hours because the "faithful in Christ" will be moved to obey God by not "taking the mark" knowing full well that we will be less able to support and sustain ourselves and live quiet, reasonable and peaceful lives. This will be the time that all will submit under one authority or another. The scariest thing about this scenario is that scripture says, "The whole world worshiped the beast..." I ask you, is it not looking like this even now?
Let us all keep praying to God our Father in the name of Christ Jesus, petitioning Him to grant us all the necessary strength, resolve and courage to "take the higher road" in our lives and submit ourselves as "living and holy sacrifices" for the purpose and benefit of furthering the true Gospel, not being afraid to call what is evil, evil indeed. The road map is before us, our directions are given us and the choices we make are ours alone to make. Yes, it is up to God and He has left it up to us to a certain extent to "get it on" and let the rest of His faithful Word be fulfilled by the faithful in Christ; those whom have accepted their duty and callings and are serving with the smaller numbers attending to God's bidding in the King's court. We can make a difference in this world but not apart from our Lord's grace. We can shorten these days but not apart from what His Word established. We can save a few more precious souls on this planet but not apart from their desires to submit to Jesus' authority and example. In fact, if anything we do is not done in like manner as to how Jesus demonstrated and the Apostles confirmed, it likely won't produce much fruit. For us, the chosen and the faithful, it has to be "the way of Christ" or it will become the highway of vanity and futility. His pattern and demonstration alone is what most don't get and few will admit let alone submit. How many today want to surrender their lives for unseen eternal promises? The answer to that question reveals just how many are full of "unbelief." God promised those who were full of unbelief that "they will never enter His rest." "He is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow." The Word is unchanging and God's promises are ever faithful.
About My Recent Visions...
I confess that lately, I have had a number of visions that seem to be related. I see a vivid and frightening portrayal of many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. That shouldn’t be anything new but what is notable as I’ve pointed out in prior exhortations is that these events are continuing to rise in frequency; recent analysis of the information provided by the record of geological events clearly shows that increase to be over 300% on a global scale since the year 2001.That is not speculation but a reality of what we are dealing with out there in the real world. Why now, one may ask?
I very clearly pointed out in “Apostasy Revealed,” though people still have a "choice" no one has robbed them of their choices. The "noise" of political lies, hidden agendas, religious heresies and the media's sensational pomp and partiality is what has drowned out the voices of the righteous and God's Elect. Then there is the constant and seductive lure of money, which always seems to act like a soothing ointment over the wounds of life. As long as the corrupted shepherds of religion and government continue to fleece the people (slaves of society), living a seemingly blessed life of “wealth and prosperity,” buying palatial mansions and air-conditioned dog houses and then lying about it… though in their deluded minds they have lived a good life, God’s judgment will continue to prevail and it will be more trying on us all than in past history.
Truly, I tell you they are (religious/secular authorities) not motivated to consider the plight of so many who are suffering at the hands of their own evil, political, religious, power hungry, money grubbing ways and means of worldliness, which they support and are still to this day allied with. I don't see much of anything changing dramatically until Moses and Elijah (the "two witnesses") return to really upset this worldly matrix we're all trapped in. Before the world sees the return of Jesus, we will see the two witnesses come to “torment” the “left behind” mass of unrepentant humanity. Jesus promised that we would see Elijah again. I dare not doubt, argue against or ignore this prophetic statement.
The last time Elijah was here, he was John the Baptist, according to Jesus. John preached “repentance.” What will he be next time he arrives on the scene? I strongly contend that what I’m given to exhort and warn will be similar to what the witnesses will exhort and warn. I am given to preach repentance knowing full well that is what is called for in order to restore hearts and relationship back to the Father. I confess that I am merely paving the way. Scripture says that Elijah will do the same. Chances are good that he won’t be anything spectacular by society’s standards but you better believe that he and the other witness God sends will have the power to really shake things up. I am certain that the wisdom and consistent nature of God will again use someone seemingly foolish to confound the so-called wise that the unbelievers will be more clearly exposed for “what” they are and “what” their motives have actually been.
Then we will see the things that my visions have clearly indicated, come to pass. Since we know that “these days will be cut short…” How long is “short” when God fearing servants today gather and pray in agreement with Christ Jesus to "get it on?" What we are lacking in part is agreement as a whole. That is what has caused delay to some extent. I tell you truly, God is allowing time for us to assemble and unite as the redeemed in “Spirit and Truth.” Remember, It was Jesus who said, "I've kindled a fire. Oh how I wish it were set ablaze even today." We know what the results are when two or more agree in prayer. What happens when all as they now are continue arguing and speculating and exercising their "right" to disagree? ANSWER: No Agreement... No Response... No Miracles... Just Chaos, Mayhem and increased strife fueling hatreds rather than LOVE.
So, my Dear Ones... How long must we wait? The answer is found within the correct answer to, “How long will it take to achieve agreement among the God fearing believers and worshipers of Christ Jesus?” How long is long? Since God has sent a "deluding influence" among those who are full of unbelief who "will never enter His rest" short of genuine repentance... how will we ever get there short of a few humbling catastrophes and incidents whether they be enormous earthquakes, horrific bombs leveling a city or two, ancient volcano's releasing centuries of pent-up pressure, extreme meteorological changes, all which would bring about an interruption to ALL of man's works and systems causing people to panic on a global scale precipitating increased thieving, murders, power outages and general chaos. Communication and transportation systems will be severely interrupted if not entirely shut down. The “military might” of Nations would be forced to join together, separate of the United Nations, for a common cause to bring about order. This might very well be what earns the future "anti-Christ," respect among the Nations. The Spirit in me clearly indicates, “He will look like a hero to many because he will have played a key role in managing these chaotic affairs. It will appear to many that he did much to bring about "peace and security." The mass of humanity will quickly respond by employing what is natural to man; the "instinct for survival" and the “worship of man and man’s works.” So, you see, the beast from within would take over and the gospel would have all been forgotten but by a few who will remain steadfast and endure these troubled times until the end. As I said in a prior exhortation regarding these times, “discernment is crucial for survival.”
There is more I could tell you but you get the jest don't you? The absence of agreement with God produces disastrous results when His children are suffering beyond Godly discipline and just recompense. Our Lord uses some degree of suffering for our good and for our discipline but He never goes over board with it. Man does and will do so because Satan will if given the opportunity. The majority of humanity is submitted under the authority of the beast. Do you see it brethren? I do and soon, the verse, "the whole world worshiped the beast," will come into its fullness. The question I ask is not, "When Lord?" but "How much time do we have left to make a difference Master?"
He responds very simply with, "Keep your eyes focused on the work, not the prize. Beware of your neighbor’s clever disguise. Many are focused on the prize and do not lift their fingers to begin the work at sunrise. Do not be distracted by their indifference and unbelief. These people are arrogant, puffed up, selfish and full of greed. I will deal with them as I have dealt with you. My faithfulness shall again be revealed through and through. All whom I call and are faithful shall not be disappointed. "
His faithfulness is not unlike the faithful sunrise a Sister in Christ Jesus mentioned in a recent letter...
"Tomorrow is a new day and the sun will shine through, the darkened clouds will roll away speaking from experience when the load is heavy tis surely hard but a new day is dawning praise God."
In a recent response to another participant at Cephas Ministry, I wrote: “In these final hours of the second day, God is sending forth His messengers from out of the wilderness and hidden places to write, speak and exhort the very things that the mass majority of people do not want to hear. You know a servant by the colors he does not wear and lies are far from his lips. He exhorts or acts boldly with the courage of a lion and does not make excuses for himself or others. He does what he does because God has quickened his heart to do so and though the servants of GOD are indeed humble towards GOD, we often times appear arrogant towards others and people in general because we speak with such authority... that is to say, the authority of God's indwelling, living Spirit. The servant will sometimes be feared instead of loved and appreciated. The result is often times fear, hatred, and jealousy, producing mocking, scoffing and utter rejection. Do not despair, for Jesus said you would be treated this way and He is with you and us who are attending to the Father's bidding in this way, the very pattern of Christ Jesus and “God's Elect.”
Matthew 5:3-17 “Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they, which do hunger, and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they, which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his taste, wherewith shall it be salted? It is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under by the feet of men. Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither, do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father, which is in heaven. Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill.”
2 Timothy 3:12 “Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.”
2 Timothy 3:16-17 “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.”
2 Peter 1:10-11 “Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall: For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.”
Life is but a Song…A life of purpose, a life of strength, a life of courage, a life of resolve, A life to live, missions to give are why we die and so we try. Don’t be caught lying or not trying…The day grows shorter…The darkness draws near… Soon, the third day will dawn… The church will be gone... The Word will become a song… His children will all be gone… Our time is short… It won’t be long… For tomorrow… Our lives will be but a song…
Brethren, I exhort you with conviction upon my heart, “Take a stand! Purpose yourselves to supply moral excellence, self-control, perseverance, Godliness, brotherly kindness and the fullness of love. Submit yourselves under Christ’s authority.” With all God fearing sincerity and love for the truth, Nicholas A. Stivers |