Isaiah 51:1 KJV "Hearken to Me, ye that follow after righteousness, yet that seek the LORD: look unto the Rock..."

 It has become more apparent in these “end times” that stagnation in our Father’s Word is becoming increasingly evident.  The Word is not being taught in the way it should be, most people I know, are “flitting” from church to church hungering for the Word. 

Our Father’s words should be the foundation of which we set our feet upon-and one that elicits a productive barometer of which we base our lives, and behave accordingly.  His word is simplistic for those who have an “ear to hear,” and obscure and convoluted to those “who do not have the ear to hear” – or the inclination to learn.  The Father reveals Himself to us in numerous ways- and the origin being His word.

On the pulpits throughout the land, we are seeing an increase of “prosperity preachers” and those who are sorely lacking in what their roles are as “pastors.”  To teach, to lead the flock-and to bring the lost sheep into the fold. To open the book and teach by example, the words of our Father- to bring forth a continuous wave of understanding by solidifying the word, passage by passage, verse by verse.  Not two lines from the bible, and the rest of the sermon about what “Uncle Charley did on his boat” – or what “Aunt Nancy said at Sunday’s dinner.” 

The word in the truest form, which is the KJV-or the very least the NKJV-is what and how God’s children should be taught.  Not from a bible “made easy” for those to understand!  The Word is changed dramatically with other versions.  A word is added, or taken away-until it becomes man’s doctrine which makes void the word of God.

I was appalled at the side by side comparison recently of a NKJV to a NIV Bible passage.  The contents were dramatically changed!  The whole meaning was thrown out and another one was put in its place!  I am sure God cannot be happy about that.  And, most preachers trying to make it easier for some people, or to bring more into the congregation-bring these “made up” versions into the church!  Do they not see the difference?  Can they see that God’s words are simple to understand to those who wish to learn?

It brings my heart into a sad place knowing people are not learning the word the way in which it should be taught.  Also, that most preachers do not take the time to bring “their sheep”  into unison and provide clarity into the word of God.  All of which can be accomplished with “in depth” readings on Sunday, and Bible classes from the “Bible” itself.  Not from some man’s point of view, and then a class based on that man’s view, with a couple of scriptures thrown in.  That is not studying the Word!

And, finally by example- patience, love and compassion.  These are all fine and obvious components of Jesus’ ministry.  Of Jesus and His ways, and the message He brought forward.   What would have happened if Jesus “changed His Father’s words” to make people understand?  Or if Jesus said, “Well let me omit this word, and put this in its place, so I can make it easy to understand.”

Jesus, came in the flesh and walked amongst men.  The Word became flesh.  Jesus became our passover-He performed miracles, spread His love, taught His Father’s word; and fulfilled the scriptures by being crucified and defeating death (the enemy) and He became the Author of salvation!

We need to speak about God, teach the Word in the way it was meant to be taught.  The church will fill to capacity when it becomes about God.  A church will not need to beg for money when the word is being taught, God will provide and bring it forward.  A box should be placed in the back, and not embarass those who perhaps cannot afford to give.  And, people will give, they do not need plates/offerings passed about.  God will provide, and guide, and lead.

For all of the “church flitters” I pray you find a church in which you can share a fellowship with others, all for the purpose of “one God” and “one body” in Christ.  And, where the word will be taught in the way it should be.  Word for word, passage by passage, verse by verse- with an indepth study of the message behind those words. 

But for those of you who never find that “perfect church” – understand that Christ is in you.  Christ is our church.  And, as long as we have an intimate relationship with Him, and stay in His word every single day- not just part time on a Sunday for a couple of hours; then we will never be hungry.  We will never thirst, and we will never feel alone or fear fear.

Prepare, watch and rest in the Lord, our God.  He is watching over us, 24/7-so smile and rejoice in knowing that.  And, follow the head Shepherd, and stay within the fold of truth.  He is our Rock and our Living Waters. 

Thank you Father for your Word and your Love.

1  John 4:4 KJV  “Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.”

1 John 4:13 KJV  “Hereby know we that we dwell in Him, and He is us, because He hath given us of His Spirit.”

1 John 4:18 KJV “This is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth our fear: becasue fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.” 

Picture is courtesy of Scott Birge – “Thank you Scotty, you have a gift from God with your photography.”

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