Praise the Lord! My family and I are finally moved into our new place! But I cannot say that it was without great spiritual warfare!
The reason the move took so long was because we were attempting to save costs at every turn. We did not call in the professionals, but we did it all by ourselves - in spite of Carl's (my husband) and my age!
We literally experienced the supernatural power of God's enabling grace! God enabled us to physically do what only the young and strong are able to do!
We stood on His promises...stepped out on His Word..and He was there to meet us - each step of the way! How we praise Him for it!
As a result, our faith and trust in Him and His Word has once again increased greatly as we witnessed firsthand that JESUS always shows up whenever you need Him!
Right now, we are working out all the glitches in the phone/internet system. Like I mentioned earlier, this move has not been without much spiritual warfare! We are not surprised at the enemy's opposition!
At this time, like so many in the Body of Christ, we are sensing that the Lord is saying -"Behold, I make all things new!"
In this move, I cannot tell you how much we have downsized...thrown out...and given away.
Our new motto is - "OUT with the OLD, and IN with the NEW!" And, by all means, "Live SIMPLY, for if the Lord should call on you to move at any time, you will be ready to move easily!"
In this move, as we look back on the "place" where God had us, we marvel at the miraculous that occurred. We literally experienced the "takeover" of the Kingdom of God in our neighborhood or community.
However, it is important to note that it took years ...much intercessory prayer and spiritual warfare ...and many tears along with "holding onto the horns of the altar" and refusing to "let go" until Jesus intervened!
From the very start, we claimed God's promise found in Isaiah 32:18 which says - "And My people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places."
And, as we daily brought this promise before the Throne of Grace, we watched God honor His Word!
When we first moved in and then over the years, we encountered neighbors of all different cultures, beliefs, lifestyles, and upbringings.
We had to "stand our ground" against hard-core drug addicts, prostitution, lesbianism, and any and all kinds of perversion going on in our neighborhood. However, as we cried out to God and reminded Him of His promise, we saw Him drive out the "troublemakers" from our midst.
Because our community was somewhat "hidden" away from the rest of the city, it became a "good place" for drug dealers to "sell their goods." And that they did! It seemed as though once the devil "got place," he did not want to give it up without a fight. Time and time again, God would drive out one set of drug dealers and drug addicts and then another set would move in.
At one time, to my utter amazement, I looked out the window which directly faced our parking spaces to discover a black car backed into our space. Out of the driver's side came a big man (the size of an NFL football player) who proceeded to go to the trunk of the car (facing the window I was peeking out of) and take a little baggie out of a black bag and hand it to one of the teens who lived in our complex. I was so shocked at what I was seeing going on right before my eyes that I failed to get the license plate number of the car. And, I certainly did not "feel led" to open my door and ask - "So, what is going on here in front of the door to my home?"
At another time, God "smoked out" a group of drug addicts. What I mean by that is that while doing drugs, they fell asleep and caught the sofa on fire. The fire was "restrained" where it only smoldered in their townhouse. (The townhouses in this community were very close to each other so a fire would have been devastating for the entire community - including us!) Enough damage was done in this particular townhouse where the place was unliveable for almost an entire year until it was renovated. Needless to say, no drug addicts ever returned here. In fact, God had a fine elderly Christian couple to take their place.
We had Neighborhood Association Rules which were meant to keep quiet and order in this community. Of course, as we all know and have seen in our nation, we are in the midst of a lawless people who have the attitude that no one can tell them what to do.
Constantly, Carl played the "role" as "manager" (of course, without pay) and would take the rules to each new resident and remind the current ones of them. As you can imagine, to the "rebels," Carl, as a result, was then considered to be the "bad guy."
On a number of occasions, I myself approached some. All in all, we had several neighbors furiously cuss us out. However, we "stood our gound."
One woman cussed Carl out and called him every name in the book - so to speak. She mocked him and mocked his God! (wrong move) Within days, she was killed in a car accident!
Needless to say, the stories go on and on of the battles that we faced, but Jesus was forever faithful!
Now for the miracle of all miracles!
The last years that we were at this place, we enjoyed "total peace" and "rest from our enemies." We witnessed firsthand the fulfillment of the promise in Isaiah 32:18 which says -"And My people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places."
There was no more drug dealing nor were there any drug addicts. No more prostitution nor lesbianism. That "rebel" spirit (which says - "Who are you to tell me what to do?") was also gone. No one "bucked" against the rules. A notable "peace" rested upon the entire community (I mean - the entire community). Even the sinners noticed it... remarked about it...and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Think about it! What a miracle this is!
We are talking about people from all walks of life who unknowingly came into "subjection" - even when it was contrary to their culture, lifestyle, upbringing, or way of doing life!
Only Jesus could do such a thing!
And it was all because He is a God of His Word, and He will never ever be found unfaithful to any of His promises in which His children are placing their faith and trust and bringing before Him on a daily basis!
JESUS is the only wise God! He is Lord of all!
Needless to say, our "work" is finished at our former place of residence.
And I believe that the greatest "work" is that which was done in Carl, John, and me where God demonstrated His mighty faithfulness to His Word and promises. And that will never be taken from us! It is forever etched in our hearts and minds!
Now, God has opened a "new" door - a "new" home - a "new" place to declare that the Kingdom of God is at hand!
But allow me at this time to interject the fact here that one of the known ways that Satan fights this ministry (or any who are preaching sound doctrine) is through a lack of finances.
Yesterday, we just so happened to catch a few words of a well-known preacher from the Dallas/Fort Worth area preaching at his church. This man is a multi-millionaire. How did he get that way? Thru the generous offerings of God's so-called people.
In just the short time that we were listening to him (which was about 5 minutes), he spoke the most damnable heresy (ever conjured up in hell and known to man) concerning our salvation. Yet, he prospers, and many deceived and deluded people continue to give to his ministry.
I am asking all who are reading this to seriously ask yourself the following questions - "Am I obeying Jesus in my giving? Am I giving to the right people? Am I supporting God's minister - one truly raised up by Him? Is this minister preaching and teaching the truth of God's Holy Word - not just what I want to hear or like to hear?"
I also ask that you would pray about giving a generous offering to us at Walking In Truth Ministry. If you have followed this ministry for any length of time, you know for a surety that we only preach and teach sound doctrine as found in God's Holy Word! Every "word" that we preach and teach can be backed up by the Holy Scriptures!
Needless to say, we desperately need your help at this time.
Some have been wondering that since we have moved to another location, possibly our PO Box address would change.
No, the PO Box address will not change at this time!
We will keep the same PO Box address until December 31st when it expires. So, all offerings are to be sent to the same PO Box address in Duncanville as in the past.
Once again, let me say that the PO Box address will not change until December 31st.
Presently, all offerings are to be sent to -
Walking In Truth Ministry
P.O. Box 383016
Duncanville, TX 75138-3016
At this time, we are earnestly praying and standing on God's promises for finances. We know that He will not fail us in this regard. And although He could use angels to bring us the funds needed, He does normally choose to use His people through their giving.
Please pray and ask the Lord what He would have you give at this time to Walking In Truth Ministry.
To all those who faithfully support us every month with your financial gift, we want to say - "Thank You" - from the bottom of our hearts. We could never have accomplished all that we are doing without your help! May the Lord reward you richly in this life and in the life to come! We know that He will!
If you would like to be a blessing to this ministryor a faithful supporter, you can make your check out to - Walking In Truth Ministry - and mail it to the following address -
Walking In Truth Ministry
P.O. Box 383016
Duncanville, TX 75138-3016
Or, if you prefer to use Paypal, you can send your financial gift to - [email protected]
You can also send a Money gram - if that means of exchange will work better for you.
We are a nonprofit organization with a tax exemption status.
Thank you ahead of time for your gracious gift,
Connie
No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. (Isaiah 54:17)
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