In my life, boy can I tell you how much I’ve wanted to be accepted. Specifically, in my early teenage years. But, even throughout my life, I could trace the longing for acceptance. Whether people, or environments I wanted people to love me, and accept me.

Acceptance Seems Universal

With almost every person, religion and spirituality it almost seems that they all speak to the longing for acceptance. Humanly speaking, we almost seem to be “hardwired” to need others to approve us. I know this was the case for me growing up. I had to do A-Z to be considered “good” and when I became religious the same rules applied. If I did something, I was good!

This came to an entire mentality, and belief system that I had to do, try to be, give everything of myself just for another person to approve me. What I never realized is that both my fear of rejection, and insecurity of who I truly was hindered me from being myself. But, it seemed to be the case with everyone around me. Everyone was doing, trying, striving to be someone in reality they aren’t. Whether that “cool guy” or that “super righteous person” only came from the longing for acceptance.

Why We Long

There are so many reasons we long for approval, acceptance, and touch. A lot of times it’s simply because it emotionally and psychologically is satisfying to us to be accepted. We have a mindset that being acceptance is the “ultimate goal” to being loved and therefore feel good. Since from birth we have associated loving, warm feelings by being embraced with our loved ones.

In another sense, at times we feel a longing for acceptance perhaps because since the fall of man, mankind is in sort of a “lost predicament.” And in a way to coop we seek for approval from religion, people and things.

Spiritual Warfare

In the book, “Beware Christians: Face The Devil” Pamela Sheppard goes into detail about how rejection serves as “method” of the Devil. Since, what happens when we aren’t approved? We are rejected. She writes,

“…rejection as a spiritual warfare issue  produces a harvest  of evil fruit which can widely vary from one person to another. Some of the common symptoms of rejection include:”

“…rebellion, fake personas, the need to fit in, a desire to always want to be a part of everything, inability to be corrected or to receive constructive criticism, self pity, being love starved, a tendency to blame God for being rejected, pride at being rejected, opinionated personality and a need to always be right, seeking of parental approval, envy, jealousy, insecurity, prideful independence, not able to depend on others because you expect rejection.”

That Unhappy Feeling

“I’m not happy when I try to fake it” rings true from the Commodores. When we have to “put on a show” to receive applause, we no longer are coming from a place of honesty, but from a place of fear.

I know during so many times in my life, I had to do this and that, act and behave like this, ego here ego there, tired efforts to be accepted because I longed to feel good, and avoid the feelings of rejection.

The Cure

Cure is a strong word, but in the sense of the “cure” for the longing for acceptance is with Christ. However, it is not in the place of YOU accepting Him, but HIM accepting you! True acceptance MUST come from God. You see, I had serious issues of needing to be approved, which made me stuck in the false religious system AND me believing in the false gospel. All of which left my longing for approval untreated.

Once I heard the true Gospel preached by Pastor Pamela Sheppard, I became born-again and at that moment I was accepted by God. What had happened to that desire to be accepted is that it lost it’s power. Of course, do I still have to face acceptance and rejection? Yes, EVERYDAY. However, I am no longer emotionally dependent on others to make me feel good by approving me and what I do.

Get The Help You Need Now

I know that destructive things come from the longing for acceptance and fearing rejection. My insecurities in who I was ran wild, making me do foolish things to be loved.

It’s fair to say that some of us struggle with the longing for acceptance and fear of rejection. I know I did. But, we do not have to struggle and be in bondage to it our whole lives! Our ministry has a task force and the correct equipment for you to be free from people pleasing. We have various services that can aid you fight to simply be who you are and not have to try so hard to be someone you’re not. Check us out!

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It was absolutely powerful to hear Pastor Pam’s testimony of being born-again 43 years ago. The incredible leading moments to what would be an unforgettable experience here in 2020. Not only did she speak, but lovingly gave everyone a time to share. It was a gathering of testimonies.

What Is A Testimony?

“Testimony” is defined as a “recounting of experience; a statement; a declaration.” It’s similar to how one testifies in a court of law to what they witnessed happen. You simply “testify” what you have experienced.

Our ministry is an online ministry who gathers together IN the NAME OF JESUS by Zoom. We do this in order to edify the body of Christ UNTO perfection and conforming to the image of Christ in unity. Part of building each other up is by testifying, or sharing “the word of our testimony.” The very words that overcome the Devil. We truly had a gathering of testimonies that individually and collectively overcome the Dragon.

Irresistible And Incredible

It’s absolutely amazing, in fact I am left without words with what the Lord has done with each of us. Amazed. How He has delivered us all out of the Wicked One’s camp, and INTO HIS Kingdom, despite US. I feel more connected to Jesus as the LORD OF LORDS. The King Who is Victor, and is WORTHY.

I also see more of the hope of His calling, especially our ministry. We are living in times never seen before in the history of mankind. Darkness is thick in the air. There are both occult and evil-religious forces working powerfully to deceive the entire earth. The Devil pulling all strings possible. Fallen angels have returned as the days of Noah. Yet, here is our ministry emerging and “shining like stars” in the night. Fighting, standing, and resisting.

You see, in order to the see the stars you have to be away from the city. Away from the place where artificial light, chaos, and worldliness rests, all of which block the light the stars emit. In this way, do we shine. Although the false light of the Devil shines as the world lies in his power, OUR LIGHT FROM THE LORD IS NOT PUT OUT. And, SHINES BRIGHT. God just needs to lead you out of “the city.” In no way does the false light of the powers of darkness out shine us. NO! For if the lights of a city can be seen on earth, how much more can the stars of the heavens be seen which are not even close to earth!

Our Light Shines

Why does are light shine? Because we are a gathering of testimonies. Our light shines because we know the glory of God THROUGH the true Jesus Christ of Nazareth OF THE GOSPEL. The light of the Gospel is why we shine like stars. Think about it, where else do you see this light? It’s not at work, the streets, businesses, the churches. Truly, the Gospel understood is like a pearl lost in the “field” of the populated world…..

BUT WE, PAM SHEPPARD MINISTRIES HAVE THAT “PEARL.” The Gospel is the power of salvation to all who believe not by man’s will but by God’s will. The church fails to preach this Gospel, but instead preaches another “gospel” with another “jesus.” And is unable to save. I never heard the Gospel in church, and despite all I achieved, I never was saved.

Examine And Test

Our ministry is well aware of the powers of darkness surrounding the earthly atmosphere. And is why, we have all “been there done that.” Or to say, we can help you. Help you figure out why you don’t have rest. Why you are depressed, anxious, or feel bound and not free.

I was one who had to live off the ecstatic, ecstasy-like high of soulish worship to feel good. The addiction of religion sadly worked as a new altered state of consciousness I craved for. Yet, this ministry by the help of God RESCUED ME OUT of religious slavery with counsel. And I know, after all of my insanity, addictions, fear, deception, and bondage I was delivered from, you can be delivered too. As long as you are humble, for,

“God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”

Our Pastor has written an excellent book on the dilemma of false conversions. In other words “false salvation.” A detailed book that sheds light on what true salvation is, contrasted to what is not of God.

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The Institutional Church Is Pharoah!

I have known since 2007 that the Lord desires His people to come out of institutional churches. For 25 years, I was an ordained minister in a corrupt denomination as well as a devout student of charismatic teachings, a  financial  partner of various Charismatic mega-preachers like Kenneth Copeland and Fred Price. Though led out by God in 2004, it was in the summer of 2007 that I heard from God, His mind to my mind in a rather long “conversation.”  I was wide awake, sitting at my desk when He revealed to me  that the present day institutional church is Pharoah, and that I minister in the mantle of Moses, declaring “Let My  People Go.”  In fact, in 2010,  I published a autobiographical book called “Come Out of Her God’s People.”  So I perceive that at this very moment in time, the institutional church is Pharoah. 

So from firsthand knowledge through decades of experience,  I know the institutional church “pretty well.” First of all, I am acutely aware that it is  an impossible task for any human being to dethrone such a huge power base, even in possession of  a miraculous rod. Consequently, I  wondered “How will you do it Lord?”  I have certainly been relieved  that the Lord’s expectation of me was not to focus on trying to actively warn people to leave the institutions. I assumed from day one that God Himself  would be the one to accomplish a worldwide exodus. 

Astonishingly apparent, the month of March 2020 made  things quite clear. What is impossible with men is possible with God. God is using the social distancing requirement of  Coronavirus to empty the churches. ALL AT ONCE, HE HAS OPENED THE RED SEA.  Its a dangerous time.  If you remain disobedient, you will go down with the sinking ship. If you return to the churches after the crisis has passed, you will be like Lot’s wife, looking back at what God is destroying! 

You may ask why. 

Your question is both logical and understandable. To cut to the chase, the reason God wants His people to “come out of Her,” is because the spirit of the Antichrist has progressively crept into religious institutions for centuries and every last person, down to the preacher has continued to be  just plain unaware. Spiritually blind, in fact. After about 1700 years, these religious buildings are comparable to haunted houses. Though invisible, church buildings are filled with evil spirits who specialize in religion. 

This seems a shocking, unbelievable thing to you. Well, it should not be because it’s biblical. Consider that 2 centuries ago, the Apostle Paul warned Timothy that in the last days, some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of Devils. To the church at Smyrna, the angel of the Lord declared to the Apostle John on the isle of Patmos:,

‘I know that you suffer and are poor. But you are rich! Some people say they are Jews but are not. I know that their words are evil. Their worship comes from Satan.” NIV, Revelation 2:9

And let us not forget the angel’s words to the church at where Satan is identified as “having a seat, and in other translations, “a throne.” I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan’s seat is: (Revelation 2:13 ) Therefore, it  stands to reason that  if Satan had a seat in the institutional church two centuries ago, it is not a stretch of the imagination to comprehend that in these times, there  has been an invisible takeover.

Social distancing is accomplishing the Lord’s will on several levels as it relates to the binding  of the power of the world over God’s people. In opposition,  the institutional church is fighting to hold on to its churchgoers during this pandemic. Some are running to online streaming but they haven’t figured out how to take the choir with them. Others are defying their state’s directives to conform with social distancing and they are  keeping their church doors open. The leaders are so deceived that they really don’t have a clue as to what is going on and as a result, they are fighting God’s command that Moses said to Egypt which the Coronavirus is echoing around the world: 

 Pharoah, Let My People Go!

I gotta’ tell you, God’s people in the churches  do not want to know a thing about seducing spirits. The pastors and leaders  do not   want YOU who attend their churches to know. The collective ministry shows no interest, and couldn’t give a hoot about an evil  spirit takeover of their churches in the form of the religious demons and fallen angels. Why? Because several in ministry are not born again. As a result, several are now hosting religious demons within their own souls .

Ironically, Satan is now using a churchgoers  ‘addiction’ to religion and churchianity against the elect of God, some of  whom  are now standing against public warnings. 

If you can’t come clean and effectively ‘detox’ , the enemy will keep a foothold in you. If you have ANYTHING in you that wants fame, fortune, popular acceptance, and approval, the enemy has yet another foothold in you. If you love attention, there is another one. If you love suffering, there is another one. if you love drama, there is another one.Just know that the more you continue in your detox from religion, the more you pursue truth, the more you will realize that your journey will NOT be popular. When you leave your church building behind, you WILL lose friendships…THAT’S A FACT. 

 

Satan has been out on bail ever since he pulled his greatest temptation on Eve then on Adam. It is just a matter of time before God’s verdict against him is enforced and he will be locked up for 1000 years, then released, and locked up for eternity in the lake of fire.  So he has got nothing to lose but time.  And he knows his time is short.  

Therefore, in this end-time season, you need to be prepared.

 Pam Sheppard Ministries  was enlisted by God in 2002 to help and guide you on your detox journey with books, videos, articles, correspondence courses, telephone and Zoom  counseling, coaching and deliverance,  private online group fellowship, bible studies, sermons and more. 

Just know that “we do nothing like your ex-church did it.” 

       888-818-1117  getreadyforthelord@gmail.com

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Here I am, looking at our government. Elephants and donkeys, police academies, military and businesses. There’s little good, but a lot of corruption and greed. A ever increasing gap between the rich and poor. Poverty, hardships, ghettos, and crime. Whether in the allies, or behind the CEO desks, this world is full of violence and corruption. So, I am awaiting a mighty government! It’s no question we are in the season, the last days before the return of the Lord.

Here is a quote from author and pastor Pamela Sheppard, “Those who are called to salvation and live in the end of the age just before the return of Christ will be able to recognize the times in which they are living. If one is able to recognize the prophetic meaning of the events recorded in books like Daniel and Revelation, one should be able to recognize these events unfolding, the enemy operating behind these events, and is not deceived into continuing to make the mistake of worshiping and serving a false god like in the churches and in the occult. Being able to recognize these things should also give one a measure of assurance and peace of mind as to the final outcome of the terrifying times spoken of in these prophecies.”

What Kind Of Government?

”And the government shall be upon His shoulders…”

In Hebrew this word “government” comes from the root word meaning “rule.” It’s used to describe dominion. When Jesus Christ of Nazareth was risen from the dead, He walked out of His tomb and ascended above all powers, and dominions. He sits at His Father’s right hand as victor, prince of peace. He has destroyed death and Satan.

All things are subjected to Him spiritually, yet physically we are awaiting for a mighty government ruled by Christ. Where we will see all the kingdoms of the earth become the kingdoms of Jesus. And all the nations will not be deceived any longer because Satan and all his wicked angels will be bound for a 1,000 years. TRUTH WILL BE KNOWN AMONG THE WORLD.

It will be a government where both religion AND the occult are VANISHED. There will be righteousness, justice, peace, and harmony on the earth. Yet, of course this is only a GUESS because, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard ALL the things that God has in plan for everyone who loves Him.”

A Change Is Gonna Come

Otis Redding’s “a change is gonna come” rings true. There will be change, however we need to remember the order of change. Before the Lamb’s Kingdom is established, we first will have to overcome the Antichrist’s “government” that will precede.

While I am eagerly awaiting a mighty government OF GOD to come, I also need to be prepared for the hardest times on earth to come. The “birth pangs” will be the most grievous times ever known to mankind. But, just like a mother forgets all the pain that occurred once her child is born, so too when the Lord comes!

Daily Reminders

I think everyday I should keep in mind, no one knows the day or hour. For then, I am both preparing mentally which will result in other aspects of preparation.

Speaking of daily reminders, each day is a day closer to THE DAY OF THE LORD. And, each day is a day closer to the tribulation. Truly, the Devil’s time is short and he is going to have to pull all sorts of “last minute improv” to deceive the entire earth.

Are You Ready?

The question of your soul should be “are you ready?” And, this ministry is unlike any ministry I have ever encountered. I can tell you I was not ready on ANY level when I was in the church: spirit, soul and body.

I was still in deception, false conversion, and not even preparing for the tribulation. I would definitely be the foolish virgin with NO oil in my lamp! But, this ministry is helping me to take advantage of this season of oil-filling so I am ready for the Bridegroom’s wedding celebration. I can truly be found awaiting for a mighty government.

We are here to help you NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE spiritually, mentally and physically. We meet you where you are to get you ready for the Lamb’s return. Check us out if you need help, deliverance, and preparation skills.

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Confusion Is of the Devil!

From the first days of human life, Satan has been interpreting and imitating what “thus sayeth the Lord God!” The scriptures even warn us that confusion is of the devil.

 14 But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.

15 This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.

16 For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work. (James 3:14-17

 

The bible also reinforcces that God Himself is not the author of Biblical confusion.  Faulty wisdom begins when uninformed seekers read the bible and take sciptures out of their natural context.  A common example is when scriptures not applicable to the born again experience of salvation are wrongfully applied. Many  believe that when they gave their lives  to Jesus, their decision and actions were in response to the scripture “Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden,  and I will give you rest.” 

With any scripture, we need to ask “who are these words spoken to” before we apply it to ANYTHING.  We also need to remember that no one was born again until AFTER the Lord was raised from the dead.  Therefore, spoken to the Israelites, the Lord was not referring to the born again experience. 

 Also, consider this. If the devil had nerve enough to get “religious” by reciting scripture out of its  old testament context to tempt the Lord Jesus Himself, then Satan has also trained his demonic army to do likewise to all of us. (Matthew 4:1-11) 

“Out of context” preaching tends to draw those who have not truly repented nor have they been converted, seekers who are enticed to come to church by the excitement that scriptural hype can produce. Such preaching and teaching draws people to the building. Unfortunately, those who seek blessings to get their needs met or to fulfill their dreams have not really been drawn to Christ Himsel. Such churchgoers  are open to confusion. 

Here is what the devil’s religious cohorts are doing today. First, they suggest to you that you should “come to Jesus and accept Him.” You do so. What follows is a glorious, even powerful  experience so you are convinced that you are born again.  You may also have been given supernatural power that you believe without question is the Holy Spirit. 

Since you are really NOT born again, the enemy successfully  tempts you to  fall into an habitual sin that you cannot control without being born again!!! So what follows is a spirit of confusion, accusation and condemnation in order to convince their victim to believe that he or she has  blasphemed  the Holy Ghost and in an  apostate condition.  Finally.  out comes the out of context scripture from Hebrews 10:26:

26 For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,

27 But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.

 

Satanic Strategies of this Season

The Kindle Ebook, “Face the Devil ” warns you as a believer how not to allow your weaknesses and character flaws to hinder you in spiritual warfare. Solid and dependable wisdom will wake you to Satan’s strategies. For his ultimate goal is to open demonic doorways in you for the express purpose of gaining access to your soul. Not only does this book reveal ways and methods the enemy employs to manipulate you with mystical phenomena, you will catch up to the endgame of how cohorts of evil spirits seek to allure, seduce to take advantage of you, as is revealed in this phenomenal book.

To overcome Satanic confusion, I am personally confident that you will be empowered with newly discovered  spiritual tools to protect yourself from the enemy’s seductive schemes as you recognize continually that confusion is of the devil. So as you read, pray and ask God to open your eyes and allow the wisdom within these pages to seep into your spirit and empower your soul. This book’s anointing applies more than enough spiritual knowledge for you to develop a discerning eye while living in a time of spiritual darkness.

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HOLD ONTO THE FAITH! BECAUSE FAITH IS WHAT ALLOWS US TO SEE THE UNSEEN. When we are walking by sight, our hope does not rest upon the invisible substances of Christ which are eternal, BUT upon the passing and fading temporal “riches.” OUR spirits which were regenerated BY FAITH in the Gospel become weak when the visible supersedes the invisible.

The History Of Faith

FAITH IS WHAT PRESERVES the people of God! It’s the “faithful ones” on the path to the preservation of the soul. Or, the “perfecting” and conforming to the image of Christ. Every soul written in the Lamb’s Book Of Life and belonging to the Kingdom of God is because of faith! This faith is from God, since Jesus Christ IS THE ONLY AUTHOR of ALL GENUINE FAITH and the FINISHER of faith. The Lord is the “Faithful Witness” who witnesses His truth with His faith by His sovereignty and grace.

People in the ancient times who pleased God were ones who had been given faith from Him. All the faith was centered on God and His “substances hoped for.” They were not afraid. Their confidence was in God because God gave them the CONVICTION to have assurance in His truth. THUS, allowing them to have a hope, full of substance. So, even the saints of old who lived by the Law, understood the concept of faith in the promises of God. Evermore, they knew by faith that the Messiah would come to defeat death and longed for the day.

WE WAVER when our faith comes from ourselves, AND when we lose sight of the hope that comes from faith given to us. You see, God will give us faith. However, WE MUST HOLD ONTO THAT FAITH. Standing, in His faith. This is why the saints of old pleased God, and why some perished. Those who perished LOST sight of faith, which resulted to harden hearts.

Today If You Hear His Voice

WE CAN’T ALLOW Satan to attack our faith. Since our faith is the “anchor of our soul” that takes us to the “inner-chamber” of God’s presence. When we let go of faith, and hold onto sight, we become unstable, double-minded, and lack the filling of the Holy Ghost.

“Taking up our faith” is practically recalling the faith God GAVE us. This ignites the “personal history” of how God’s gift of FAITH to you has preserved you to this present moment!! Which then brings PLEASURE to God and Christ who authored that faith and who WILL finish it. Upon the revelation of the precious gift of faith, passed down to you, the enemy’s fiery arrows sizzle and become quenched. And, because the Gospel is “the power of God’s salvation to all who believe” your HELMET is also up!

The spirit of the Antichrist is another operating force against our faith. Just as the troubles of the wilderness were against the Israelites, so with the Antichrist. Despite the darkness, we have been given light to overcome BY FAITH. This “light” is both past, current, and future. AS WE WALK by faith, we walk in the light of the Lord and more darkness is exposed around us. Allowing us to overcome the invisible wiles of the Devil.

Rejoice And Rejoice!

It seems strange to rejoice during “the testing of your faith.” However, when we walk by faith, our HOPE is in the promise of God. What promise? “That the testing of faith PRODUCES PATIENCE.” And the perfect working of patience is what makes us whole, without nothing.

This is why the Apostle Paul said, “Rejoice, I’ll say it again rejoice!” Despite being in prison and suffering. He had such joy in the Lord because HE KNEW in his spirit, intimately, like the Apostle James did; that his faith being tested was only for production of patience and further completion and perfection. True patience can only happen from your faith being tested. Therefore, those who are full of patience are strong in faith. And rich in experiences from all the “tests.” This is why both Apostles say “count it all joy” or “rejoice always” since “all things work together for good to those who love God.”

Brush off the devil’s “rain” and gloom BY FAITH. Don’t let the “testing” effect get to you, but take note to rejoice in the midst of your circumstances. For, was it not the day God gave you His faith you receive an eternal joy with it that is “inexpressible beyond words”? Therefore, “rejoice”!

Examination!

We must examine ourselves to see “if we are IN THE FAITH.” Too many professing Christians waver and doubt, and are stuck in bondage because they don’t have God’s faith. Just as the Isralites went about and “established their own righteousness” so too professing Christans have “established their own faith…..”

We can help you examine your faith, but of course YOU must come to the conclusions for yourself….Those who are in the faith, HOLD ONTO THE FAITH!

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In order to let the truth break the shackles of captivity, truth in all aspects must be embraced. Those who are in need of deliverance often go straight to wanting demons to be cast out from them. The common problem is the lack of knowledge that a person can actually let the truth break the shackles of captivity. Many do not realize the power the truth truly has on an individual seeking to be set free from demonic captivity.

There is a reason an individual becomes in bondage to a demon. A demon cannot have access to an individual unless that person becomes passive, gives up their free will, and allows that demon to infiltrate their life. An altered state of consciousness is the pathway demons use to access your soul. Captivity can cause a religious or witchcraft demon to carry out emotional distress such as torment, fear, anxiety, and worry. Also these evil spirits can produce demonic manifestations of visions, dreams, hallucinations, and hearing voices.

Be Undeceived in Order to Undeceive Others

When the individual becomes a captive, the person that captive goes to for help, is key. At Pam Sheppard Ministries, we have discovered that many individuals that have found themselves in demonic captivity, professed to be Christians. Here lies a big part of the problem. A vast majority of the professing Christian world have often unknowingly, accepted a religious demon or religious fallen angel, during Christian worship. So the deliverance worker must be free from such evil spirit deception in order to help the captive. How can a person who themself is unknowingly worshipping a demonic spirit masquerading as Jesus Christ, help set free a captive in need of deliverance? So the deliverance worker who is undeceived and not kept bound by demons is important.

It’s important for the deliverance worker to have the knowledge of what a true salvation experience is. Knowledge about the demonic deception happening all over the world, including in the professing Christian community is also vital. When truly casting out demons from a captive, true salvation in Jesus Christ of Nazareth is important. The Lord did set captives free by casting demons out, yet other times he set people free by truth. A deliverance counselor not yet born again but thoroughly equipped with the truth of all the deceptive ways evil spirits operate, may help set the captive free by truth!!

Deliverance By Truth

The truth alone can definitely set free a captive. The truth in deliverance is such a powerful weapon against all sorts of evil spirits: whether witchcraft, occult, or religious. If it is a fallen angel, this sort of evil spirit does not enter and stay in the individual like a demon does. Fallen angels and demons can walk away when the individual is set free by truth. The truth packs a powerful punch in this world of extreme deception by evil spirits. In scripture, Paul states that Satan is the god of this age and that he has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. (2 Corinthians 4:4). Satan has blinded the minds of unbelievers and is the deceiver of the world, relentlessly seeking to hide any form of truth to whoever he can, even those on the path to salvation. He will even try to deceive those who have been born again in Jesus Christ of Nazareth, in other various methods so the born again individual must still be vigilant.

An Agenda of Lies

In this world of worldwide Satanic deception, lies are the norm in every system the world has to offer. Whether corporate, business, politics, education, and yes religion, Satan has a seat in it. He has an agenda of lies and secrets set to cause destruction to whom he can possibly get a hold of. Even those who profess to be Christians in the institutional church carry out secretive or hidden ways as evidenced by portraying a façade personality, passive aggressiveness, and religious phony behaviors.

All Things in Jesus Christ Brings Freedom

Satan and his armies rely so heavily on lies in order to implement their deception and bondage; this includes partial truths, because a “partial truth” is still a lie. Since this is the case, one can see why the knowledge and embracing of the truth is highly essential during spiritual warfare against evil spirits. A professing Christian who was tricked to worship a religious evil spirit can be set free by truth in many ways. An example is to discover how and why the individual had a false conversion and was led to worship a false Christ. As a result, that individual can renounce the evil spirit they were unknowingly worshipping. Another is when the captive is truthful in all ways about who they really are and as they reveal the truth, gives the deliverance counselor the ability to uncover what secrets and lies the enemy is holding against the captive. When it comes to the truth, Jesus said: he is the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through him. (John 14:6).

The Unfolding of Truths and the Road to Freedom

The truth may be hard at first to accept but it is freeing! We’ve become accustomed to live in a world where all we want to hear is what we want to hear. People tend to ignore the truth because it may not be what they want or expect but ultimately the truth is freeing and that’s what deliverance is all about. Yes the sting of the truth may occur but eventually you are healed!! Suppose a parent suspects their child is engaging in dangerous activity but is afraid to know the truth so they ignore and avoid all the warning signs. But suppose that parent confronts the truth..yes the sting and pain of finding out may be there, but at least it’s freeing to know what their child is going through. They can then take the necessary steps of how to handle their situation.

My Own Connection to Deliverance and Truth

I myself have personal knowledge and experience with needing deliverance and thankfully have received freedom from demonic captivity with the help of counseling by Pastor Pam Sheppard, who has worked with me so well, due to her undeniable embrace of the truth in all ways. Counseling with her has revealed my strengths, weaknesses, talents, mistakes, flaws, improvements, and successes. In counseling, I do not get “puffed up” and my weaknesses may certainly be pointed out. I get the real truth and nothing but it. The truth not only strengthened me but set me free.

The Keys to Unlock the Shackles Are Obtainable

It’s so important to embrace the truth in every aspect otherwise if demons already have a strong hold over you, they will try to make you suffer by surrounding you with lies. If you choose to live in a fantasy, or accept lies then you live in darkness and refuse to accept what is real. This all causes you to stay a captive instead of freed. This is why it’s important to let the truth break the shackles of captivity.

To learn more about deliverance and deliverance counseling from Pam Sheppard Ministries, call 1-888-818-1117.

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I NEVER UNDERSTOOD what righteousness was in the church. In fact, I did not know what it meant to be righteous. I thought it simply meant “doing what’s right” but it’s a bit more specific than that. There is no question there is a HUGE difference between true righteousness and self righteousness. Let’s look.

My Self Righteousness

“Self” can also mean “soul.” It’s simply the place of self-consciousness, self-life and thought. Every soul has a “moral compass” of right and wrong. In fact, the conscience comes from the spirit (which the soul is a vessel of) born again or not. When I was supernaturally told to read the Bible by a voice (that later turned out not to be God) I began my walk as a self-righteous person.

Even though I had renounced my occult practices upon reading the Law, and repented with tears, I did not have true conviction of the Holy Spirit. It was merely my “soul” and surfaced in nature. A combination of accusing religious spirits “convicting me” of my sin. It was more like an “old fashioned” Old Testament repentance of “turn from wicked deeds, and walk with God.” My repentance then, because it was not of God meant that I was not righteous. You see, you have to BE righteous in order to achieve true righteousness. The error of my self-righteousness was that I did not have this blessed BE from God, but from ME, MYSELF AND I.

Self-Righteousness—A Further Analysis

The “foundation” of self-righteousness entirely RESTS upon the person’s own soul (or self). All the “righteous deeds” done are from the SELF, and therefore “filthy rags” because they are done under the old creation or “flesh.”

I also noticed that, I did not understand what it MEANT to BE made righteous. During my self-righteous era, I was confused about the Gospel. I thought that the Cross and Christ dying is what made me righteous. “Eh” kind of. But, let’s see the full truth about this and the difference between true and self righteousness.

The truth is the blood of Christ of His death on the Cross atones for the sins: spirit, soul, and body; but the actual “being made” righteous comes from the faith of God given to you to BELIEVE in the RESURRECTION OF JESUS OF NAZARETH. Because the Resurrection of Christ from the dead by the Spirit is what JUSTIFIED HIM before the Father. “And being made in the likeness of His death” and so forth with His Resurrection, WE HAVE THAT JUSTIFICATION CHRIST ALSO HAD (STILL HAS) BEING MADE ALIVE FROM THE DEAD!

But, I did not have true godly faith in the Resurrection when I was self-righteous, and therefore “still in my sins” and unjustified and “unrighteous.”

Real Convicition

When the Holy Spirit led me to repentance, it was surreal. First of all, unlike my other “repentances” I was actually drawn to the Cross of Jesus of Nazareth during it. It was like I was facing the Cross, alone. As I was “approaching” His Cross I received simple revelation that, despite my goodness, I was far separated from God. Literally “cut off.”

Before I repented, I was first brought to this sorrow. It was like I was the reason Christ was on the Cross. I wept for the pain I caused Him BECAUSE OF MY SIN. It was so deep, I didn’t even speak. Everything in me was sorrowful. From there I moved into an inward repentance. This repentance though, wasn’t anything crazy. The best way I can explain it was the Holy Spirit flipped my remorse into repentance, sort of like a coin being flipped. Once that godly sorrow kicked in, “flip” repentance occurred.

All of this happened in the farthest parts of me, and felt timeless (although it was just a moment). I didn’t even have words. I just knew at that moment deep within how my sinfulness personally hurt the Lord. Then the Holy Spirit brought in me repentance. Soon enough after that, I was given faith to believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. And BAM, I became a new creation. I remember looking at my hands in shock, like “What just happened?!”

Satan’s “Convictions”

I recently had an occurrence were I thought I sinned. And I thought I willingly sinned, and therefore was on the merge of losing my salvation. It was a supernatural set-up.

I woke up one morning in a very passive state of mind. Almost like between sleep and wake. In an instance, I had a strong sexual rush and feeling come upon my head. I felt like I needed to resist it, but I tapped into it for a few seconds. I imagine a women with nice breasts and then in seconds (without touching myself) I had an orgasm.

Right after it happened I was terrified, lost my peace, because I was “convicted” I masturbated essentially. I “repented” and cried and was sad. But, after that no peace. Accusation after accusation about it continued and it was killing me. Soon enough I talk to Pastor Pam about it, and got some clarity. Well, I NEVER SINNED. What happened was my body simply released it’s bodily functions. My body was going to naturally do this (ie. nocturnal emission) while I was sleeping. But I slightly awoke RIGHT as it was happening. Hmm….. too good of timing?

One thing that struck me with all this was when Pastor Pam asked about the repentance, “Did that come from the Spirit or your self?” And, for a moment I HAD NO CLUE. And upon her counsel, I realized that it was entirely of my SELF as well as the enemy working. This is why we must distinguish the difference between true repentance; and true and self righteousness.

Final Words

I received revelations from this instance. Satan has an agenda working with the Antichrist to bring false repentance at any spiritual stage. This repentance is not inspired of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is DEEP with conviction and will lead you to a place of TRUE inward sorrow centered on CHRIST. Whereas the counterfeit remorse and repentance is SURFACED, emotional, centered on SELF and based from accusations and not conviction.

What then occurs as a fruit of Satan’s counterfeit repentance is a deceived righteousness. And, not to mention following after “the voice of another shepherd (ie. The Antichrist).” Satan ultimately wants us to follow his Antichrist in spirit or when revealed in the flesh. Even if it’s because of listening to his accusations and establishing a self-righteousness.

WE must be on guard and know that true righteousness is a STATE OF BEING from God by His faith given to us to believe in the RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST OF NAZARETH. There is no other way man can be considered righteous before GOD! Also, we must discern the difference between true and self righteousness. True and self repentance, lest we be deceived!

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While learning the truth can be shocking, and growing in the truth can be exciting, it’s important to be patient while detoxing. At times we want to move too quickly, move a step ahead when the next step isn’t quite what we expect. We can be a little too “optimistic” while growing spiritually. 

Just Chill

“Just chill” is a phrase sometimes that needs to be heard. When you begin your detox process from religion, you can “just chill” and work your way out of passivity, and renouncing false doctrine. There doesn’t need to be this “urge” or “itch” to scramble onto the next thing. The Lord Jesus when He taught His disciples for three years never rushed or pushed them to a point that they would not be ready for. He knew exactly when to send them out in action. 

Likewise with us, what we are being taught requires us to be calm in learning so the content can be fully absorbed.

It’s important that the “seeds” planted can stay planted and grow. Just like we can’t force plants and trees to grow, we can’t force the truth and detox process to fully mature either.

Detox Analogy 

Naturally, when you have eaten foods that are processed, unhealthy, and bad for you, your body absorbs these harmful substances. When you detox physically, you first have to abstain from the harmful substances. Then nurture your body with antioxidants to flush out the toxins. And finally, continually consume good substances to maintain your body’s health.

If you don’t take your time to fully abstain, detox, and maintain then you will find the whole process of detox not very whole. In fact, it will be partial and you’ll still have “toxins” lingering around that are harmful presently and potentially. 

So, take your time! Detoxing is suppose to be “relaxing.” A time to rest from the toxicity. Over activity isn’t what overcoming passivity means. True overcoming of passivity is being active with and according to the TRUTH. To actively stop believing in doctrines of demons, actively working out your soul, actively learning the truth, actively detoxing from religion…

Yet all this activity is SIMPLE, and does not require over-thought, and difficult effort…

Being Thankful

Being thankful during the detox process is important. Going back to the physical detox analogy, when detoxing it can be an “uncomfortable” process at first. Because your body is use to harmful substances as “good” when the healthy substances come in it appears “distasteful” but eventually does far more good. It’s during this time that the “itch” to get it over with happens, or even to quit. 

Being thankful on the journey to detox from religion helps those extra needed cleansing moments rest easy. Because, although now it appears hard, but as you are patient and look further down the path there is a serenity and deliverance that comes with being patient while detoxing. So, take your time and be patient while detoxing!

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FACE THE DEVIL!

The 5th Kindle Book in the Beware Christian Series

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• The Sabbath And The Church
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-09-06
• Pouvez-vous Choisir Jesus?
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-08-27
• Pam Sheppard’s Tough Love
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-08-27
• Inside A Reprobate Mind
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-08-10
• The Holy Spirit as A Helper in Deliverance Counseling
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-08-05
• Sermon: Our Hope is in the Resurrection of the Dead
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-08-02
• Gospel Blindness in Laodicea
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-08-01
• Assisted Self Deliverance: PSM Can Help!
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-07-29
• The Resurrection of the Dead: Do you believe in it?
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-07-26
• The Gospel is the Key to Deliverance
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-07-25
• Who Is thinking through YOUR Mind? Is it You?
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-07-22
• When a Fallen Angel Attacks a Deliverance Counselor Through a Client
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-07-06
• You Will Be Disqualified
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-06-15
• What You Don’t Know About Fallen Angels
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-06-08
• The Plagues of These Days
  Source: Pam Sheppard Ministries Published on 2021-06-03

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Many Christians know that the Devil is the father of lies. In the Christendom-Sphere there’s a great deal of people who are aware that Satan lies, but they are still caught in his deception. This has to make us wonder, why do we believe in lies? Not just by sheer ignorance, but when we know the truth, why do we follow after what is false?

Origin Of Human Deception

In order to understand why we believe in lies, we must understand the origin of human deception that begins with Adam and Eve. Adam and Eve were “higher-human beings” and had not known sin. Their minds were sound, untouched by darkness or corrupted by sinfulness. They simply knew God’s presence, and His truth.

Both Adam and Eve were the spiritual authorities on the earth. They ruled over the earth by the authority given by God. So, to say that they were powerful and glorious, as God had intended they be.

One specific truth He gave, was that the Tree of Knowledge if eaten will result in death. Adam and Eve both understood this commandment from God. They simply knew it resulted in death. However, this is were the lies of the Devil come in, and begin the downward spiral of human deception.

Shaking Up Of Faith

When Satan approached Eve in the garden, he first asked Eve if God truly said what He said. This seems to be obvious, however Satan is “stirring up” doubt into Eve. This is only the initial phase of his temptation. Eve, never questioned what God had commanded her and no one else ever had either for that matter. She did not have any doubts, questions, or examined what she believed in. Simply because, she didn’t have to question God, she fully knew His goodness.

But, Satan knowing this, sought the opportunity to exploit this. Eve responded with the truth that she cannot eat or touch the Tree of Knowledge or she will die, despite “touch” not being in the commandment (see Genesis 2:17). Either way, this is where the Deceiver comes in and says, “You will not surely die. For God knows that in the day you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil” (Genesis 3:1-6). It’s obvious to anyone who reads that Satan is lying, but let’s remember Eve’s perspectives:

The only thing Adam and Eve knew about the Tree of Knowledge was that it caused death. There was no other mention, or explanation of “whys,” or a longer version of the story of what the Tree of Knowledge is. Other than, it’s a Tree of “knowledge of good and evil.” So, when Eve hears this “new” thing about this tree, and that “God knows” it will make her wise, her faith changes; the lies intrigued her.

Fall Of Faith

The deceptions of Satan begin to make Eve feel as though, “her eyes are closed.” There is now a sense that “there’s something this tree has that I don’t.” And from there does Eve’s vision begin to change, and the Tree of knowledge is now desirable to eat, pleasant to the eyes, and able to make her “wise.”

What is happening in this moment, is that Eve’s faith, that was in the truth: “You shall not eat of the tree of knowledge or you will die” is being “loosened” so to speak and “bound” into the lie: “you won’t die but be wiser like God.” And, as her faith then becomes made in Satan’s lies, she then eats of the fruit, and then Adam, and then they died.

So, why do we believe in lies from this observation? It’s simply that the lie’s “truth” makes more “sense” to us. There’s something within lies that is more believable than truth. And therefore, we believe in them. This is the essence we can take from Adam and Eve’s deception.

Lying Spirits And Saints

What’s the difference between a devil and a saint? A devil has faith in the lies of Satan. While, a saint has faith in the truth of God.

Lying spirits are meant to shake up our faith in the truth. No matter how they can achieve this. What Satan does in order to shake us up, is no different than what he did to Eve, and even attempted with Christ in the wilderness: DOUBT.

Satan sends out his evil emissaries to get our faith weak in the revealed truth of God. On top of that, to also make sure we remain ignorant. If our faith is weaken in the truth, we will begin to see things differently. We, like Eve, will see what’s evil as “good, and pleasant to the eyes.” Our sight, which was once on the truth, now becomes focused on what is false, and illusory. And once our vision is shifted, our faith is not too far at being turned over to the deception of our Adversary.

Satan and his wicked fallen angels and demons are waiting for one unstable soul willing to have faith in their lies; as they ask, “Who will believe in us and what we say?”

So, now, we need to ask ourselves, “Why do we believe in lies?”

Final Thoughts

Believing in lies is simply a lack of faith. But, the lie is not the “issue” necessarily, but it’s what we believe to be the truth. If from the beginning Eve had her focus on this, then she would have been able to resist the Devil and his cunning speech and he would have fled.

It’s the fact that, the lie had more attention than the truth.

Christians are not free of the lies and deceptions of Satan. Adam and Eve were spiritual rulers of the earth when Satan came to deceive them. And Jesus Christ the God-Man Himself wasn’t exempt from the Devil’s deceptions. We cannot let Satan’s lies deteriorate our faith in what’s real, and factual of God. The substance of Christ is far more powerful and liberating because of the fact: IT IS TRUTH!

Religion, and the world are slay by Satan, because of his lies. And that’s why when you become born again by God giving HIS FAITH IN HIS SON is what delivers you from your “fallen faith in lies” and removes you out of the world and darkness of this age and INTO THE TRUTH and light of Christ! Our ministry has our faith UNITED in the TRUTH that binds us as ONE BODY OF CHRIST. Together we strive with the guidance of the Holy Spirit to destroy the lies of Satan. For more information, check out our website by clicking here.

Any further thoughts on why do we believe in lies?

 

 

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Right now, Are you Spiritually Woke?

Today, the majority of the Lord’s Elect tread within a world of spiritual darkness. Walking eyes half-closed, religion darkens countless people’s spiritual sight causing these individuals to “miss the mark.” Understand, the main goal of a person of Christ is waiting on the Holy Spirit to bring a true, enduring rebirth. However, the Devil uses religion to blindfold people into believing that salvation rests in the hands of the sinner. Although that is like trying to hit a target in the dark without a bow, it’s absolutely impossible for a mortal sinner to change their alienated, spiritual nature. Nevertheless, the devil has convinced numerous people to try to complete this completely unnecessary, problematic, task of self-driven salvation. It’s all a scheme known as a false conversion or a counterfeit birth. These days, the majority of the Elect find themselves aimlessly wandering through this spiritual darkness. Yet, the institutional church fails to emit any guiding light. Most people are caught ignorantly unaware in the dark. Are you spiritually aware? In other words, are you spiritually woke?

We Cannot Guide Ourselves to Salvation:

Those who experience a false conversion are like vulnerable prey inside of the Enemy’s teeth, except they’re caught ignorantly unaware. During the deceiving Church Age of Laodicea, people are religiously taught not to wait on the process of rebirth but to simply decide to be saved. Thereby, they wait on a trip to Heaven without necessarily receiving the ticket granted by waiting upon God’s spiritual rebirth. In a recent conversation, a friend of mine asked what my resolution for this year is. So, I replied that my resolution is to prepare for the Lord’s Return. Believers need to understand that we are not simply entitled to salvation. God has to cause a believer to become born again. We are spiritually lost in the dark, so we need to be found. The first step to becoming ‘woke’ is gaining knowledge, renouncing your false conversion, and waiting on the Holy Spirit for true salvation. He’ll act as our light and guide during this era of darkness, and He’ll help ensure that we’ll see past the Enemy’s devices. 

The First Step into Becoming ‘Woke’:

God told Noah to prepare his people for the coming of the flood and yet the religious mindset of people who lost their lives to flood didn’t take note of the times. Only 8 people survived. God told Joseph to prepare for famine and he did. Yet, numerous people took no heed. God is telling his people to hear the full Gospel or the entire story of Jesus and to wait on a rebirth yet they will remain “religious,” because they will not take notes of the times. This ministry that Pastor Pam has crafted by the Holy Spirit is designed to help people develop a prepared mind. A prepared mind means stripping away any and all religious lies. A prepared mindset is knowing that Jesus is coming to Return to overturn all systems and bring Truth, love, balance, and order back to Earth. No other person, not anyone else, but the Lord has such power. Are you ready to have a prepared mind? Are you ready to be found? 

The Urgency to be Spiritually ‘Woke’ is Scriptural:

“Understand this: If a homeowner knew exactly when a burglar was coming, he would keep watch and not permit his house to be broken into. You also must be ready all the time, for the Son of Man will come when least expected.” (Matthew 24:43-44).

Most Importantly, Know your Enemy:

While waiting on the Lord, you may continue to prepare yourself by becoming spiritually woke. Pam Sheppard Ministries has countless books illustrating the strategies of the Enemy. They range from false conversions to occultic healing. His ultimate goal is to open demonic doorways for him to gain access to your soul. So, he can manipulate you with mystical phenomena. His endgame is to allure his victims into a trap by following his supernatural breadcrumbs. Dreams are one of his favored devices because he custom-make tempting devices particularly for you. A soul attracted to the supernatural might receive precise, accurate visions of the future. Meanwhile, someone else more romantical in nature might receive a dream about a possible partner in their midst. Both cases could’ve easily come from the devil. Yet, these individuals might automatically give credit to the Lord by mistake. Learn to protect yourself from the Enemy’s seductive schemes. You will need to develop a discerning eye while living in a time of spiritual darkness. So, walk insightfully with your eyes wide open. Be woke!

Beware, Be woke…! Some Dreams Are Nothing But Schemes:

We are dedicated to aiding others to test the spirits by helping discern whether dreams, visions, or prophecies are God-given or Enemy-stricken. For further reading, Pastor Pam has recently written a book specifically about dreams, “This book is your guide through deception, confusion and the imminent storms and dangers that surround and affect your life, as powerfully manifested in your dreams in the night.”  For your convenience, it is affordably priced and downloadable online. Click the image below for Amazon Kindle. 

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Is it possible that people can unknowingly cause disasters? It has now been discerned that the wildfires in Australia could have been started by both Charismatic revivalists, and people praying unspiritually with soul-power. So, are ungodly people the cause of these Australian wildfires?

Charismatic Interference

During my religious bondage I was involved with a Charismatic group of Christians. These people were all about “anointing,” prophesy, tongues, fire, converting unbelievers, “Israel,” and intercession.

The pastor of this group was part of “huge” revival movement that was prophesied to take place in Australia. He claim that God told him, “My Spirit hovers over it (Australia).” But, with the truth revealed in the Scriptures is that there will be no revival, in fact quite the opposite. The whole world will “wax worse and worse” and into the rule of the Anti-Christ.

So, since their revival is not according to the truth, and they apparently “hear from God.” What’s happening? These revivalist are actually praying, and working for fallen angels, and are ignorantly under the control of the “god of this world.” Satan, the “Prince of the power of the air” is the one receiving their prayers, and work.

Further Synopsis

These Charismatic’s are counterfeit born-again believers. Who are really soulish, carnal people proclaiming Christianity. Because of their deception, Satan has ground over them to use their prayers, and work to carry out destruction since he is a “murderer from the beginning” (John 8:44).

On top of that, all the other religions in the world also “praying” to “God.” Many religions have become gravitated toward the “new religion” of environmentalism. While, yes the, “righteous man regards the life of his animal” (Pro. 12:10). There’s a difference between genuine care for God’s creation, and “worshiping the creation” and trying to bring about salvation of the “earth.” Also, not realizing that this earth will be destroyed by God and will be made new (Rev. 21:1).

What is happening in the spirit-realm, is that the souls of men are sending up requests not to God, but to fallen angels, and wicked spirits. Since, Satan is a fallen angel, and governs over the wicked spirits. He simply will take these psychic powers and direct them toward destruction.

Discerning The Cause

It is entirely possible for righteous people to pray for weather, like Elijah did. “Righteous” as in born-again believers in Christ. And, it’s entirely possible for God Himself to ordain destruction, and use nature for His purposes and will. And, it’s also possible too that Satan can use the “elemental” forces for his purposes also…

The reason I perceive that these wildfires are because of ungodly people is that God Himself has condemned their revival. Or, that Satan has used their prayers for ground to murder. Either way, the cause of the Australian wildfires is because of ungodly people.

This Begs The Question

This begs the question, how many “disasters” have been caused by psychic prayers taken by evil spirits? The church and synagogue shootings, tornadoes, tsunamis, crime, cancer, diseases, famine, could some of these causes be because of the ungodly prayers “floating” around in in the spirit-realm, unheard and unanswered by the true God?

It doesn’t matter what you ask devils. You are in “communion” with them, that gives them ground to manipulate your prayer. Why? BECAUSE THEY ARE EVIL. When you pray to God as a regenerated person, He is good, and will do good. But, when your soul makes contact with an evil spirit, they can’t do good, ONLY EVIL. Despite what “good” you asked for. Can the devil bring about “good”? Sure to the undiscerning, the devil can grant people materialistic and worldly power, as seen with his temptations with Christ. But, it’s not good in light of the truth…

To close the matter, people are ignorantly praying to wicked spirits that cause pain, suffering, and destruction. Simply because their prayers are sinful and sourced from the flesh. And these sinful prayers are at work in the atmosphere, with the “Prince of the power of the air” using them. And are the cause of these Australian wildfires.

The More Prayer The More Desctruction

As this “prayer” and “meditation” movement continues within the world that is slay in the power of the devil, the more the movement goes forth of destruction. Ironically, people think their prayers “work” when the wicked Strategist may temporarily grant your request to keep your prayers directed toward the evil one that he is.

The more appropriate word for this movement of “mindfulness” and prayer is: consent. Consent to be used by Satan; consent to give ground to wicked spirits. And, consent to the Wicked One using your prayers and thoughts. As an interesting scheme, Satan is in fact using these horrible events inspired by him, and the prayers he receives. More people then, since most only pray during terrible circumstances, pray to the god of this world and add to the fuel of sinful prayers in the air.

“MY PEOPLE ARE DESTROYED FOR LACK OF KNOWLEDGE” (Hosea 4:6). Not to mention, that people REJECT knowledge. Because of this ignorant, and rebellious age, the destruction WILL CONTINUE. Only, until the Gospel is touching the fallen spirits of men, bringing about salvation, can we see a glimpse of PEACE on this earth…

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Charismatic Witchcraft Intercession and Prayers

All The Lord ever asked us to do for the unsaved is preach. He never asked us to convict, convert or even to pray for someone’s soul to be saved. We are to pray for the well being of the elect, family and friends but only in a general sort of way. Why? Because prayers can be dangerous if they are out of God’s will. Intercession  becomes dangerous when it descends into charismatic witchcraft intercession and prayers. Manipulation occurs when the one who prays seeks to control the lives of others. Soulish prayers of this kind energize human psychic power by projecting  thought and words on to the persons prayed for, by saying that such and such a person ‘shall’ do this or that. Such prayers make demands upon God to “make something happen.” These prayers are answered by evil spirits. 

According to Jessie Penn Lewis,

“Every prayer should be directed Godward, and should never be telling the Lord what to do for somebody else. We may pray that God will direct them what to do, but we ought not to say that they ‘must’ do what WE THINK is God’s will they should do, or even that they ‘shall not’ do what we know is wrong.”

Strange Manifestations

The Charismatics have taken intercession to a new level and meaning as they have in like manner distorted  most biblical doctrine and practices, from “name it and claim it,” “slain in the spirit, speaking in tongues, decree and declare, the prosperity gospel and countless other deceptive teachings and practices, “departing from the faith and giving heed to seducing spirits and doctrines of devils.” (I Timothy 4:1-4) 

Though a denominational minister with an occult background, it is not surprising that I too would gravitate to charismatic doctrine and practices. Entering denominational  ministry in 1981 yet studying Kenneth Copeland, the late Kenneth Hagin and their other mega-ministry cohorts, a strange thing started happening to me. Travail would “come upon me” like a cold blanket. Totally unexpected and “out of the blue,”suddenly a strong power would come upon me and  I would  weep and wail. Most of the time I did not know who or what for. Kenneth Copeland and the late Kenneth Hagin  defined this strange phenomena as “intercession” for souls. 

 This out of character and strange manifestation certainly appeared quite  holy. When this “power” came upon me in public,  everyone got quiet. I recall that my flesh liked it because it made me LOOK holy. So self sacrificing. My eyes would close and not be able to be opened at times as my lids were swollen  from the tears. Dropped to my knees,  I also groaned and wailed loudly. 

A person rejected most of my life because of my strength, I suspect I relished these time  because it is hard for people to hate and reject you when you are as BEATEN Down, humbled before them as I was.  I believed that  this was a sort of “intercession” wherein  God used  me to  save souls, and  bring down principalities and powers in a struggle to set captives free from the enemy’s hands. Unable to bring this about myself, I clearly knew this manifestation came upon me and I assumed it was from God. 

Eventually it was revealed to me that  charismatic witchcraft intercession prayer produce manifestations  induced by the enemy.  I got a sign in 2004 that exposed it as “not to be of God.” Since I KNEW it wasn’t me, if  it was not God,  the only choice left was the devil.  For 20 years, this strange power came upon me on an average of once a month. Once I learned and received the truth, It has not happened again for almost 16 years. 

Something “similar” minus the weeping, wailing, and falling to the ground  tried to creep up on me  this summer. A religious evil spirit tried to  convince me that a woman I never met was being healed of cancer. I was skeptical and I remained in control. Without the former manifestations, I  got a “the feeling” reminiscent of those “charismatic days” 20 years ago. Rather than “give in” to it, I simply tested it by waiting  to see if this woman was healed. THE WOMAN DIED 2 WEEKS LATER!!!!

SO IT WAS THE DEVIL, TRYING TO GET ME TO PICK UP “INTERCESSION” AGAIN AFTER 16 YEARS!!!!

Scripturally speaking, intercessory prayer  is only mentioned 3 times in the entire bible and it’s method  is not explained:

1.   Romans 8: 34, Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.
2. Isaiah 53:12 Therefore I will give him a portion among the great, and he will divide the spoils with the strong, because he poured out his life unto death, and was numbered with the transgressors. For he bore the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors.
3. 1 Timothy 2:1[ Instructions on Worship ] I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people. 

The first two scriptures are referring to the Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth in His role as Advocate.  While He is in heaven, He is interceding for His people daily. In the third scripture, Timothy is simply advised by the Apostle Paul that the elect should pray for all people. 

 

In conclusion, I have been born again since March 29, 1977.  I share my  “wacked out,” euphoric experiences to let people know that ANYBODY can be attacked, even oppressed, which includes the elect of God. After all,  even the Apostle Paul had his “thorn in the flesh” sent to buffet or harrass him. 

 However, being “demonized” is something quite different. It weakens or even nullifies your will. Only the unsaved can be possessed in spirit. The Holy Spirit dwells in the spirits of the born again and so the spirit is off limits. Travail and intercession as occurs among Charismatics may appear to be spiritual when actually, religious demons can  negatively impact the soul.  Certainly anyone can be oppressed or attacked in the soul and in the body. Even though it would be challenging to evil spirits to continually oppress a born again person who walks in the spirit and does not fulfill the lusts of the flesh,  evil spirits will certainly try a strong believer, just in case their deceptive efforts will work. 

If you wonder if you are up to the challenge, you might be interested in our ebooks and courses. 

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Pastor Pam is our general reporting directly under Jesus Christ of Nazareth, our Lord and commander-in-chief. Most people know that a general is an army’s highest ranked soldier as they work to critically analyze and cultivate strategies to combat the Enemy.

Similarly, Pastor Pam is also our dedicated General who helps untie believers from the masts of false doctrines and practices. By examining someone’s history, she formulates a unique battle plan to rid them of both mental confusion and spiritual torment. Overall, her role involves developing other disciples to continue to spread Truth. Single-handedly, she has written 9 books and numerous articles and she recorded over 400 videos to feed the epidemic of spiritually starving people who do not have an understanding of the Gospel. 

Far too often, believers have unknowingly or knowingly allowed the Enemy to plunder their soul by receiving religious falsehoods. So, they have become canon-fodder of the Enemy. As the Bible reads, “In fact, no one can enter a strong man’s house without first tying him up. Then he can plunder the strong man’s house” (Mark 3:27). Consequently, the absolute goal of Pastor Pam is to craft the damaged spiritually wounded into capable spiritual warriors. She helps to untie folk with the truth, so they can defend their own house, which is themselves and what belongs to them!

As one of our members writes: “Without Pastor Pam, I wouldn’t have begun to understand how important my free will is against combating evil spirits. The simple word ‘no’ carries more weight than people realize. No, I’m not going to put up with torment. No, I’m not going back to church. No, I’m not looking back…No, I’m not going to sweat the little stuff. Without Pastor Pam, I would not have learned the utmost capability of my free will and the substantial power of ‘no.’ Thanks to her, I can walk with my head held high. I cannot begin to thank her enough for her service to the Elect and myself. Thank you, Pastor Pam!”

The person quoted above  (Laura) was plagued with haunting whispers and intrusive thoughts from evil spirits. One of her major weaknesses was her fear of judgement, resulting in crippling anxiety that left her bedridden for a short period of time. The Enemy’s evil spirits had no problem with terrorizing her through her religious tendencies and perfectionistic personality. So, Pastor Pam, like with her previous clients, helped with identifying and subduing these strongholds, so that Laura could make a recovery at a breakneck pace. 

Needless to say, there are many analogies to illustrate Pastor Pam’s role as our ministry’s General. Disclosing the Enemy’s strategies to the Lord’s troops, she arms the Elect with critical ammunition to defend against diverse forms of spiritual attack. Not limited to a purely offensive function, Pastor Pam also fulfills the duty of supportive caretaker by acting as a parent to the spiritually orphaned. Amongst her disciples, she also acts as a wise counselor and seasoned healer, providing guidance throughout their walk with the Lord. 

Overall, Pastor Pam’s calling as General cannot easily be constrained to one word, aside from perhaps ‘leader.’  Leaders establish direction, expanding upon a new, contemporary perspective to create something mesmerizingly original. Her leadership is found upon helping the Elect navigate themselves to spiritual victory, receiving salvation upon the Lord’s appointed time. 

One of the most pervasive problems that plague many believers today is the counterfeit rebirth known as a false conversion. A false conversion occurs when a person is led to believe they became born again, but they were never actually born again in the first place. As a spiritual leader, Pastor Pam helps guide believers into examining their salvation experience. If a false conversion is determined, she will help a believer overturn it. Even if you’re a non-believer in Christ, she will still examine what drew our Adversary to you and help you close that doorway. Unless you turn her away first, our leader will do everything that she possibly can to help you. She is a true General who fights for everyone if you’re willing to give her a chance! 

As a seasoned Godly General, Pastor Pam has over 35 years of experience as a pastor and countless years as a deliverance counselor. 

…So what can a person expect from deliverance counseling?

Pastor Pam will:

If you’re a spiritual POW and would like to have an audience with our General to help map out strategies and treatment plans to gain true freedom in Christ, call Pastor Pam at 1-888-818-1117. She will help monitor your progress, and help you stand on your own two feet, so we can stand as soldiers in Christ together. You may watch this video to know what to expect by clicking here. There are no promises of a quick fix; but the truth of Lord Jesus Christ and his General Pastor Pam has the power to heal and set you free! 

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During the times of the early believers, they had an “assembly” of saints. A time when they would gather together in Christ for a “meeting.” Many times Church people hurl the phrase, “do not forsake the meeting of the brethren.” However, they do not understand the context. Let’s take a look at what is the meeting of the brethren.

What Is A “Meeting”?

“Not forsaking the meeting of the brethren, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another. And so much the more, as ye see the Day approaching” (Heb. 10:25). This word in Greek can also mean “assemble, gather together.”

Paul mentions in other letters to churches he oversaw about a “gathering” in the name of the Lord (1 Cor 5:4). So, it’s apparent that believers both then and now where to assemble together in fellowship to exhort each other.

The Assembly: Further Analysis

Let’s consider that when this Epistle was written, it was written to a group of Jews. These Jews were believers and expelled from the second temple (hence why the writer had to explain much about the terms of the New Covenant). They had no church, no organized building to go to. They themselves gathered together as a group without a building.

In fact, this is how it was all across the land of the believers in Christ. There was no buildings. They would often meet or “gather” in homes of other people. Since, they most likely understood that they themselves were the “building” or church of Christ and did not need to construct a building for God. This assembly, seen in the Scriptures is simply a physically united individual believers in the Lord.

The Meeting In Our Times

God works in mysterious ways using things to achieve a way for His people. Even in different times. God does not change, but His light that shines down to us can change in order to work for a particular situation for His name.

Since our ministry is not a church, nor are we an organized religion. We nevertheless are a physical diaspora of believers in Christ. And therefore are not to forsake gathering together. God has provided a usable resource for use of light with the invention of modern technology. We now can meet together on social media and other platforms to exhort one another and prepare for the glorious moment of the Lord’s return.

The Cost Of Forsaking

Many times people do not realize that forgetting about meeting together can disturb your spiritual growth. Part of “exhortation” is also to prevent sin’s deceit from hardening you heart. When you do not join the simple social media gatherings, or even if you are there but don’t participate you set yourself up for deceit!

There still is an assembling, even if you are detoxing. However there is a COUNTERFEIT assembling and a TRUE gathering of born-again believers and follower of Christ. We cannot force anyone to come and join the meeting on our social platforms that God has graciously provided. But, we ask you to join for YOUR benefit. Therefore brethren, I urge you to continue gathering with us and participating as we approach the Day CLOSER AND CLOSER!

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When Satan threatens your daily bread, one may wonder how to handle this. Most of us maintain our daily bread by earning a living every day. I’ve wondered why for some, work life can be challenging, filled with distressing emotions: from anger, fear, to disappointment, embarrassment, and envy the list goes on and on. I’ve asked myself, is it stemming all from our mistakes? Is it everyone else’s fault and not ours? Or is it the devil?

 The answer is we ourselves can play a part in the down fall and decline in our work life based on our choices, difficult colleagues can make it a challenge to achieve success (if we allow them to), AND the enemy can play a hand in this as well. He can appear to threaten your daily bread. 

 When Satan threatens your daily bread, fear and worry are emotions that may ensue. The individual must realize this is what the enemy wants! He wants you to be afraid and think the worst of the worst is going to happen, whether at work or any other aspect of your life. 

We must not make every lecture, correction, mistakes pointed out seem like a catastrophic event and allow sheer panic to occur. This type of panic allows fear and worry to control us, to the point where we then may make errors that were avoidable. 

Your Daily Bread:The Influences of Religion and Fear 

Years ago, I used to often attend church on Sundays. I prayed, read the Bible, and requested for prayers. No matter the Christian religious activities I did, I was a fearful person, in every aspect of my life. To make it worse, I did not use my common sense when making decisions. I was religious and went to God for problems I could have taken care of myself by using the free will He gave me. Instead, I expected things would run smoothly without having to put much effort. 

I was passive and so religious that it caused me to overlook all the ways I could change for the better. When you use your God given free will, instead of religious passivity, you can improve in many ways. You can improve how you handle stress at work and your overall life. Instead of facing reality and working on strengthening areas that needed help, I unknowingly allowed fear to be my main fuel. That fear became a habit.

It was not until I discovered I had a false conversion that I realized how contradictory it was to profess to be a Christian but be so filled with worry and fear all the time. 

When you become truly born again in Jesus Christ of Nazareth and you walk in the Spirit and not the flesh, you have all the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. (Galatians 5:22-23). With these fruits fear or worry will not rule you in any aspect of your life. 

When you have not conquered your fears, Satan takes advantage of this and plants thoughts of uncertainty in your mind. As your fear continues; confusion, distraction, irritation, anger, sadness, may also occur and this adds nothing but more heavy stress and worry in your daily living. 

The Nourishment: Jesus Rejects the Devils Temptations 

Our jobs give us our daily bread, but when Satan threatens our daily bread, we risk not staying focused because of worry. When this happens we can be tempted by the devil to make foolish decisions. Jesus fasted for 40 days and 40 nights and afterwards the devil appeared to him with temptations. Jesus was tempted by Satan at the wilderness, mocking him by saying, if you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread. Jesus responded with: Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God (Matthew 4:4). Satan was trying hard to put thoughts into the Lord’s head. Despite Satan’s mockery, Jesus held strong and said he would not do that. 

Jesus did not have to prove anything to the devil. This was a clear temptation tactic to get Jesus to sin. Jesus knows what he can do, he knows what he is capable of, and he refused to let the enemy tell him to do something that was not right. This was clearly a set up to try to convince and coerce the Lord. The Lord not only refuses to turn those stones to become bread but he gives a strong answer representing his faith and certainty of God’s truth. 

Moreover, the Lord is telling the enemy: life is more than what you the devil are obsessing about. What’s important is not about showing off to you what I can do, what’s important is the word of God, it’s not about money, but God’s word is what fulfills me. God’s word is fulfilling and will sustain me even though right now I have no food. God gives me what he knows I need. 

The Lord was tempted to be a show off and try to prove himself. He was tempted to even feel insecure about God’s support of him, yet he didn’t fall for any of it. The Lord values God’s word more than trying to eat when he was not ready to eat. 

To all out there who are gaining from the truths you have learned at Pam Sheppard Ministries, the Holy Spirit may be giving some the belief and understanding about Satan’s deceptions, including in institutional church settings. It’s important to not let the devil distract you from what’s important. Our daily bread is certainly needed but when it appears to be threatened, panic is not the way to go. In fact, fear can cause you to unknowingly put yourself at risk of having an unhealthy way of living. 

The word of God is truth.The Lord’s truths are sustaining, nourishes, and supplies you with all you need, including your daily bread. 

How to Take Action

It’s important to not excessively worship the actual bread itself but be thankful for it.

We must in addition, be careful and evaluate how we think we got born again, because a majority of those that say they are Christians may have had a counterfeit birth experience. Those that may be waiting for the Holy Spirit to lead them to have a true salvation experience may be allowing themselves to worry unnecessarily. As he has done with me, when God chooses to show you your problems with fear, he gives you the opportunity to face this problem and leads you to a path to overcome it. 

So examine yourself, your salvation experience and how you think you got born again. Does fear run every aspect of your life? Do you think your daily bread is being threatened? Do you suspect you may have had a false conversion? Pam Sheppard Ministries can help you see if you’ve had a false conversion, and take you to the next steps to overturn it. If you want our help, call 1-888-818-1117 or email rescueonfb@icloud.com. 

The book The Church of the Endtime Zombies will open your eyes to all the ways deception and darkness has infiltrated the professing Christian world; including church, Christian TV, books, famous evangelist teachings, and all related to this. Click HERE. 

We also have a must see website that talks about how the devil has caused people to not understand and undervalue the resurrection of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. It reveals how Satan and his cohorts twisted this essential part of the gospel, causing worldwide false conversions. Our website also offers membership levels and more details about this are available when you click HERE. 

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The Apostle Paul goes into detail of the war between the flesh and the Spirit. He also writes concerning the results of those who “walk according to the flesh” and those who “walk in the Spirit” (Galatians 5:16-25). The English language does a decent job at portraying the words the Apostle chooses to describes these two different lifestyles. But, a detailed look into the Greek with give a further insight to exactly what the words mean. The works of the flesh, and fruit of the Spirit will have some more insight by this study.

Works Of The Flesh

“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these:…

…Adultery, which is specifically having sex with someone who is married. Or having sex with another person who is not your martial spouse (Modern pornography and other sexual pleasures apply to this too). It should also be noted that, “Anyone who looks at a women with lust has committed adultery with her in his heart” (Matt. 5:27).

…Fornication, which is simply premarital sex or having sexual experiences outside of martial sex (pornography, masturbation included in this too).

…Uncleanliness (akatharsia) the root word indicates moral uncleanliness. Living in lust, and being unclean in thought and deed.

…Lasciviousness (aselgeia) this word is used to describe “unbridled lusts.” It’s used as in “excessive” desires for morally filthy things.

…Idolatry is when something other than the Holy One acts as a “god” over you. Since an idol is a “carved image” that’s made as a god. In essence, it’s “making things” as god. Rather than God being the Source and Head of all things, the things “carve” you away from God.

…Witchcraft (pharmakeia) or “sorcery.” The word in Greek usually gives the idea to the use of potions (or drugs) for influence and power. In essence, this work is having power and influence over others, by whatever means it is achieved.

Works Of The Flesh Continued…

…Hatred (echthra) or “enmity.” The word is used to describe an “enemy.”

…Variance (eris) or “strife.” This word is used in other places for “quarrel, debate, and contention.”

…Emulations (zēlos) comes from the root word “fervent.” However in this instance it’s used to describe jealousy, and envy. Or a passionate contention.

…Wrath (thymos) or “fierce anger.” Note, this can be manifested in short outbursts of “fierce anger.”

…Strife (eritheia) figurative for “to put oneself forward.” This word is specifically used for ones who create fractions.

…Seditions (dichostasia) or “divisions.” Found in other places of Scripture alluding to “disunion, dissension.”

…Heresies (hairesis) or ” a sect.” The concept of heresies were sections or “a party.” A heretical person is one who “sections off” from the truth.

…Envyings (phthonos) comes from a root word that means “corrupt.” It also can be used to describe “ill-will.” Primarily used for envious people.

…Murders, but it also should be noted, “Anyone who is angry with his brother without cause shall be in danger of the judgment” (Matt. 5:22).

…Drunkenness, not simply being “tipsy” but heavy intoxication.

…Revelings (kōmos) is used to denote “rioting.” But, more specifically “carousing around while intoxicated.”

…And such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have told you in the times pasts, that they which do such things shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.”

Fruit Of The Spirit

“But the fruit of the Spirit is:…

…Love, the greatest example of this is Jesus Christ and the work He achieved for His elect. Selfless love, and Paul describes much of this love in 1 Corinthians 13. Much could be said about this manifest fruit of the Spirit!

…Joy (chara) the Greek word is similar to “grace” and “thankfulness.” It also can be used to describe “gladness.”

…Peace (eirēnē) in this instance is not blissful emotions. The Greek language uses this word to describe “being set at one.” In other words, “wholesome.” Also, it’s used throughout the Bible to describe nations that were at war, but became “tranquil and safe.”

…Longsuffering (makrothymia) interestingly it means “long-nose.” It’s a metaphor to describe someone who is patient, and has a calm-breath. Also, it means “forbearance” or “not avenging after received wrongs.”

…Gentleness (chrēstotēs) the Greek word really means “moral goodness or kindness.” Also, it’s used to describe, “integrity, benignity (tolerance toward others).”

…Goodness (agathōsynē) this word denotes the idea of “uprightness of heart and life.” This word can be used for someone with high virtues.

…Faith, which can also mean “trust or believe.” For example, “Love believeth all things” [“believeth is the same word in the Greek “pistis”] (1 Cor. 13:7) which tells us that it can mean trusting others.

The Exhortation

Now that we specifically have seen the works of the flesh and fruit of the Spirit, let’s conclude with this exhortation from the Apostle:

“This I say, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would. But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law… And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.”

Do you have a greater understanding of what the works of the flesh and fruit of the Spirit are?

 

 

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The heart is the seat of thought, desires, emotions, and our relationships. “From it is the springs the issues of life” (Proverbs 4:23). If we are to look back at our 2019, we can see that perhaps many of our issues of life sprung from the heart. Our choices, and desires that caused “issues.” This is why it’s time for guarding our hearts in 2020.

Relationships Primary Issue

I’d say, that most of our issues can arises from our hearts making poor relationship choices. Who we trust, give our time to, share our thoughts with, in other words share our heart with: the “who” is key…

Many times, our hearts can crave emotional satisfaction. And at times, certain people can come in and “fill” that void, and need. But those people (that seem good) may be actually holding you back from your well-being and future. This emotional desire comes from a “lack of guard.” Since, guarding your heart allows you to fulfill that desire for social connection and emotional satisfaction with the right people who will better you.

Guarding, Not Cutting Out

I’m not suggesting you take a radical approach with your relationships and “cut every person out.” I am simply exhorting you TO GUARD YOUR HEART from people. Think of it this way. Your heart and relationships operate much like a neighborhood. In Hebrew, the word for heart is “levav” which is made up of two “Bets” or “Beth” which means “house.” Your heart works as a “home” in a neighborhood. Your neighborhood are people you have “near” your heart. Then there are people, you invite into “your home.” Do you see where this analogy goes?

For example, cutting out people would be if you were to “remove the houses” in your neighborhood. And yes, there are times when some people need to be “removed from your neighborhood.” But, more importantly the “doors” to your home should have “HOMELAND SECURITY” WITH THEM! Because when you let a person into your heart or “your home,” you give them access to your “treasures,” your secrets, your emotions, your “keys,” your desires, your plans, your thoughts. And not only that, but you receive their desires, secrets, emotions, treasures, and I think you get the idea…

Keep Your 2020 Relationships On Guard!

With all that’s been said, common sense simply teaches us that if you guard your heart. And by guarding (practically speaking), if you are diligent, careful, cautious, and wise in WHO you share your heart with and allow into your “home,” guarding your heart from the subtle wrong relationships… you will have a year with VERY LITTLE ISSUES!

On that note, we are all in this together with guarding our hearts in 2020. I hope with all my HEART you have a wonderful NEW YEAR! And, remember you always have the “‘Home’ of Pam Sheppard Ministries” to go to for relationships that will aid you in all things! Cheers!

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Man, I know there are times when people, circumstances and things irritate me. That, “You have got to be kidding” sigh. Irritation is of the flesh, the “little anger burst.” Irritation tends to creep up on our souls, and grooms us overtime to set us up into anger and bitterness. Let’s see how to stop being irritated with irritations.

Dead To Flesh

As with any fleshly problem, or sin, we must stand on Romans 6. Being dead to sin. Death of the flesh, that is being in the likeliness of Christ’s death is how to overcome any work of the flesh. We must not be ignorant and know that our old man and all it’s irritations have been crucified with Christ and buried with Him.

Ultimately the flesh is already dead. It’s our understanding of how truly dead our flesh is that can be sluggish. It’s a matter of the mind be renewed to grasp the reality of the Cross and what it means for the nature of the flesh.

Put Off The Old

There now is an active “putting off.” “For those who have been baptized with Christ have put on Christ” (Gal. 3:27). At rebirth and baptism the old has been “put off” and the new (that is Christ) has been “put on.”

We must “put off” (or “cast off”) the irritations of our flesh. Whether certain behaviors of people, objects, circumstances, and so on. All the things that provoke you must be cast off. Instead “cast on Christ” which is patient and loving. “Love is not easily provoked” (1 Cor 13).

The Devil Loves To Irritate

Now, there is a wicked agenda to irritation. Satan’s craft and cunningness is to set the elect up into sin. His strategy with irritations is ultimately progressive. “A little irritation here, and little irritation there.” A sort of “light sprinkle” of tiny irritable circumstances and traits of other people come showering your way from the enemy.

This is to provoke the elect to ungodly anger and impatience, and even bitterness. “Watch lest any fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness spring up and contaminate many” (Hebrews 12:15).

Finally, recognizing satanic plots to cause irritation is important. You must be watching. Be ready for that “sprinkle shower” of irritations the devil will rain on you and around you. Yet, if you are truly dead to sin and cast off the old and put on Christ you will be able to resist and overcome irritations. That is how to stop being irritated with irritations.

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