Dear Ones:
I appreciate having a “full” schedule at this stage of life. Indeed, “the outward man is perishing; but the inward man is being renewed day by day.” This body is feeling the brunt of aging, but I’m so grateful for that “inside person” that can still function soundly. It’s like being weaned slowly away from this world, and being “pulled” gradually toward the world to come. As I continue to teach homeless and hopeless people, I trust that this eternal Hope in my heart will somehow penetrate many of them. Thanks for praying to this end.
As you know, we are living in difficult and dangerous days. The anti-Christ spirit is gaining momentum in America; the same satanic attack on Israel is likewise opposing true Christianity. Persecution is rapidly moving our way; if Jesus tarries, some of us may be doing “jail time” together. But the bright side is that the chaotic conditions are causing fearfulness and “lostness” in so many around us. That may be setting the stage for opening hearts to receive the Gospel! Even the “immigration” problem may providentially present a whole new mission field!
At this time of crisis, we need to be on our “spiritual toes,” always ready to share our hope in Christ with lost folks. Thankfully, the Lord has placed a “God-shaped” vacuum in every human which He alone can fill. Let’s ask God to make us Spirit filled instruments to help fill that “vacuum” in precious souls.
I trust July 4th will be a special and meaningful day. May God have mercy on our fledging nation. No politician will save America. Beginning with God’s people, there must be an invasion of the “fear of God” producing conviction of sin. Reformation and revival must be the order of the day. As the Church goes, so goes the world! Heaven help us! Maranatha!
With joyous gratitude and love,
Pastor Bill
2 Chron. 7:14
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