A WORLD WHERE PASTORS ARE CATERING FOR SATAN'S INTERESTS!
WHY DOES GOD CLOSE DOORS? (JER.10:21-24)
God oftentimes closes our doors...we do know what closed doors mean. Yes, God closes our doors when we are mismanaging...and it's mostly for our benefits.
*We are not ignorant of his(devil's) devices*(2 Cor. 2:11).
But we do really prove otherwise by our works,actions and methods of ministry as ministers of the Gospel.
We actually know a good bit about Satan. More than we think, I expect. His history, his driving force and his game plan are spelled out all through Scripture. We are left with tons of unanswered questions, but we know enough to understand how he works and what to do about him.
His devices. We know his maneuvers, his designs, his schemings, his wiles, and how resourceful he is.
Look at it this way. Satan is no fool. He has been studying human nature from the early days of the human race. He knows human psychology to a degree that any university in the land can only imagine. If they gave doctorates to serpents, he would have degrees more than any university don. He is smart as in smart.
So,when God sees us catering for satan's whims and caprices, He closes our doors...AND I'M TALKING ABOUT THE GENUINELY CALLED MINISTERS WHO ARE IGNORANTLY LOSING IT, NOT THE KNOWN CHARLATANS.
Let's read our main text;
21. For the pastors are become brutish, and have not sought the LORD: therefore they shall not prosper, and all their flocks shall be scattered.
22. Behold, the noise of the bruit is come, and a great commotion out of the north country, to make the cities of Judah desolate, and a den of dragons.
23. O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps.
24. O LORD, correct me, but with judgment; not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing. (Jer 10: 21-24)
Like we're experiencing in the world today, many strange doctrines not found in the Bible are flourishing in our churches today.
And most of make the mistake of thinking that God is oblivious of what is happening or not interested at all. I WANT TO SHOCK YOU BY SAYING IT ISN'T TRUE, AND THAT SOME OF THE LARGEST CHURCHES YOU MAY BE ENVYING TODAY HAVE BEEN TERMED,*ICHABOD!* GOD'S GLORY ISN'T THERE ANYMORE, NO MATTER WHAT WE SEE HAPPENING... AND THE PASTORS KNOW, BUT KEEP DECEIVING THE FLOCK, BY PAST GLORY OR SORCERY(MAGIC).
At this point, we(pastors) aren't doing ministry,but simply entertaining and enterprising by dishing out motivational food, and in the process,PROMOTING THE DEVIL IN OUR GATHERINGS, FOR IT'S NO LONGER A CHURCH IN GOD'S SIGHT...FOR A CHURCH IS THE BODY OF CHRIST JESUS, AND NOT SELF AMBITIOUS CHEATS WHO END UP INVOLVING THEMSELVES IN THE OCCULTIC.
But the genuine ones who knows something is wrong,that something isn't right...will know they've lost it AND THAT GOD HAS CLOSED HIS DOOR AGAINST THEM...NO MORE ACCESS!
These ones will seek how to regain access to THE GIVER OF THEIR MANDATES, searching themselves and waiting upon their COMMISSIONER to have mercy and reveal to them where they missed it,in order to amend their ways.
A frustrated opportunity can be a valuable learning tool. God desires to mold us into His image and can use anything, even our desires, to achieve His purposes...and not funding and fuelling satanism in what should be His Church.
You see,*Closed Doors Prevent Mistakes*
The fact that a path appears clear does not necessarily mean God wants us to take it. At times, we may lack all the necessary information to make the right decision, so God blocks the way. The Holy Spirit knows the map of our lives, and we must trust and follow Him.
Closed Doors Redirect Our Path
God will not leave a willing servant without something to do.
"But the shepherds are stupid and do not seek the Lord; therefore they have not prospered, and all their flock is scattered."
(Jeremiah 10:21)
Closed doors can lead to better fruit, greater satisfaction, and more glory for God.
Closed Doors Test Faith and Build Perseverance
Waiting on the Lord is challenging, but it is a means by which we gain wisdom, patience, and confidence.
"Correct me, Lord, but with justice...not with Your anger, or You will reduce me to nothing."
(Jeremiah 10:24)
Closed Doors Allow Us to Gain Time!
We are not always as prepared as we would like to be. God may close an opportunity for service until we are ready. MANY OF US FORCED OURSELVES INTO MINISTRY WHEN WE AREN'T YET PREPARED... I'M A LIVING EXAMPLE,AND IT ALWAYS ENDS WITH DEEP REGRET.
IRRESPECTIVE OF THE MANY REFERENCES TO CLOSED DOORS IN THIS STUDY, THE MOST IMPORTANT TRUTH IS THAT GOD OPENS DOORS, AND THEY LEAD US IN THE BEST DIRECTION, IF WE LET GO AND LET HIM.
"The way of the Lord is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He shields all who take refuge in Him."
(Psalm 18:30)
If we remain on His path, we will experience a life of service, satisfaction, and glory for God.
Amen!
A WORLD WHERE PASTORS ARE CATERING FOR SATAN'S INTERESTS!
WHY DOES GOD CLOSE DOORS? (JER.10:21-24)
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God oftentimes closes our doors...we do know what closed doors mean. Yes, God closes our doors when we are mismanaging...and it's mostly for our benefits.
*We are not ignorant of his(devil's) devices*(2 Cor. 2:11).
But we do really prove otherwise by our works,actions and methods of ministry as ministers of the Gospel.
We actually know a good bit about Satan. More than we think, I expect. His history, his driving force and his game plan are spelled out all through Scripture. We are left with tons of unanswered questions, but we know enough to understand how he works and what to do about him.
His devices. We know his maneuvers, his designs, his schemings, his wiles, and how resourceful he is.
Look at it this way. Satan is no fool. He has been studying human nature from the early days of the human race. He knows human psychology to a degree that any university in the land can only imagine. If they gave doctorates to serpents, he would have degrees more than any university don. He is smart as in smart.
So,when God sees us catering for satan's whims and caprices, He closes our doors...AND I'M TALKING ABOUT THE GENUINELY CALLED MINISTERS WHO ARE IGNORANTLY LOSING IT, NOT THE KNOWN CHARLATANS.
Let's read our main text;
21. For the pastors are become brutish, and have not sought the LORD: therefore they shall not prosper, and all their flocks shall be scattered.
22. Behold, the noise of the bruit is come, and a great commotion out of the north country, to make the cities of Judah desolate, and a den of dragons.
23. O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps.
24. O LORD, correct me, but with judgment; not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing. (Jer 10: 21-24)
Like we're experiencing in the world today, many strange doctrines not found in the Bible are flourishing in our churches today.
And most of make the mistake of thinking that God is oblivious of what is happening or not interested at all. I WANT TO SHOCK YOU BY SAYING IT ISN'T TRUE, AND THAT SOME OF THE LARGEST CHURCHES YOU MAY BE ENVYING TODAY HAVE BEEN TERMED,*ICHABOD!* GOD'S GLORY ISN'T THERE ANYMORE, NO MATTER WHAT WE SEE HAPPENING... AND THE PASTORS KNOW, BUT KEEP DECEIVING THE FLOCK, BY PAST GLORY OR SORCERY(MAGIC).
At this point, we(pastors) aren't doing ministry,but simply entertaining and enterprising by dishing out motivational food, and in the process,PROMOTING THE DEVIL IN OUR GATHERINGS, FOR IT'S NO LONGER A CHURCH IN GOD'S SIGHT...FOR A CHURCH IS THE BODY OF CHRIST JESUS, AND NOT SELF AMBITIOUS CHEATS WHO END UP INVOLVING THEMSELVES IN THE OCCULTIC.
But the genuine ones who knows something is wrong,that something isn't right...will know they've lost it AND THAT GOD HAS CLOSED HIS DOOR AGAINST THEM...NO MORE ACCESS!
These ones will seek how to regain access to THE GIVER OF THEIR MANDATES, searching themselves and waiting upon their COMMISSIONER to have mercy and reveal to them where they missed it,in order to amend their ways.
A frustrated opportunity can be a valuable learning tool. God desires to mold us into His image and can use anything, even our desires, to achieve His purposes...and not funding and fuelling satanism in what should be His Church.
You see,*Closed Doors Prevent Mistakes*
The fact that a path appears clear does not necessarily mean God wants us to take it. At times, we may lack all the necessary information to make the right decision, so God blocks the way. The Holy Spirit knows the map of our lives, and we must trust and follow Him.
Closed Doors Redirect Our Path
God will not leave a willing servant without something to do.
"But the shepherds are stupid and do not seek the Lord; therefore they have not prospered, and all their flock is scattered."
(Jeremiah 10:21)
Closed doors can lead to better fruit, greater satisfaction, and more glory for God.
Closed Doors Test Faith and Build Perseverance
Waiting on the Lord is challenging, but it is a means by which we gain wisdom, patience, and confidence.
"Correct me, Lord, but with justice...not with Your anger, or You will reduce me to nothing."
(Jeremiah 10:24)
Closed Doors Allow Us to Gain Time!
We are not always as prepared as we would like to be. God may close an opportunity for service until we are ready. MANY OF US FORCED OURSELVES INTO MINISTRY WHEN WE AREN'T YET PREPARED... I'M A LIVING EXAMPLE,AND IT ALWAYS ENDS WITH DEEP REGRET.
IRRESPECTIVE OF THE MANY REFERENCES TO CLOSED DOORS IN THIS STUDY, THE MOST IMPORTANT TRUTH IS THAT GOD OPENS DOORS, AND THEY LEAD US IN THE BEST DIRECTION, IF WE LET GO AND LET HIM.
"The way of the Lord is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He shields all who take refuge in Him."
(Psalm 18:30)
If we remain on His path, we will experience a life of service, satisfaction, and glory for God.
Amenππ!