PART 1 Practical side of the basics of conflict before it craters into the spiritual.
As we navigate the tumultuous waters of conflict, it is important to remember that our actions and reactions can often compound the issue, rather than resolve it. In such instances, it is
necessary to adopt a New Covenant approach, one that involves stepping back and allowing God to intervene on our behalf. Our well-intentioned attempts at resolution may, in fact, only serve to
escalate the conflict, and by getting caught up in the power struggle, we risk becoming embroiled in a battle that was never meant to be ours in the first place.
It is crucial to remember that our perception of responsibility for a situation can often cloud our judgment, leaving us less motivated to effect change. This can be seen in the example of someone running from a bear. The individual may feel that they are powerless in the face of danger, and as a result, continue to run. However, once they take a moment to reflect and understand their motivations, they may realize that they do have some control over the situation.
In order to avoid falling into this trap, it is imperative that we approach conflict with a sense of objectivity and peace. This means being willing to accept the difficult truths and information that may come our way, even if it hurts us deeply. We must be mindful of how the enemy exploits our own weaknesses and corruption in order to manipulate the situation to his advantage. It is essential that we see through these lies and remain steadfast in our faith.
Perchance, one might articulate, "I find myself in a quandary, unable to definitively align myself with either side of this issue. In my estimation, no matter how much distress any of us may
inflict upon ourselves or others, we cannot truly comprehend another's experience unless we have lived it ourselves. Thus, making blanket statements like 'don't do this or that' seems inadequate.
Figurative example: "In my youth, I struggled with navigating situations where others were acting inappropriately without being discourteous, especially when the guidance came from my parents.
Perhaps, it has caused me to develop the practice of avoiding causing unnecessary harm to those around me. Regardless, it has taught me the importance of promptly addressing problems before they
spiral into massive upheavals."
At times, the aim in resolving a situation is not necessarily to correct or alter someone's perspective. While we are on front of spiritual struggle, Nevertheless, I firmly believe that demons do not hold responsibility for human weaknesses or dilemmas, rather, it is the infusion of those weaknesses with demonic influences that creates a spiritual attachment to falsehood. The scriptures instruct us to dismantle these strongholds through spiritual prayers and discernment of the truth, which inspires me to confront these baseless ideas that lack resolution in the natural realm, and instead, trust in God's power to eradicate them.
Part 2 continued...
Is this not how it is happening
in our modern, end-time gatherings?
Paul says that false Christianity has
blinded the church's perception of Scripture. So far as calling it a spiritual deception, corruption and contrary to Christ's name!
"However, I fear that in the same way that Satan beguiled Eve through his cunning, so your minds may become corrupted and depart from the simplicity that is in Christ." The Corinthians were being swayed by voices that claimed that Paul was the cause of their problems, and that they should not trust or respect him. They were being misled into believing that Paul was the source of their difficulties, a true spiritual deception that involved shifting the focus from the real problem to a falsely perceived one.
Paul's interpretation of Jesus serves as a countermeasure against the rising opposition that he foresaw. He aims to unify and bring together, rather than to sow division. One might question
whether Paul's message will serve to enlighten people, or if it will simply cause confusion. Could Paul's understanding of Jesus be a point of contention among those who do not align with his
beliefs?
Examining the foundation of 2 Corinthians 11, we can see a pattern that is often employed in many passages. The members of the Corinthians' church were inquiring of Paul:
"Why do you insist on reiterating these truths? I already have enough to contend with in my personal life, and your words are adding to my burden. Your vision is causing stress, and not alleviating our needs. We are suffering from wounds, pain, shame, and weakness. Discussing unity at a time like this seems pointless."
While they struggled with their flawed perception of Paul's mission, the impact of the storms could be clearly seen. It is biblical to take a glance into the unknown territories of spiritual
deception, where one may encounter numerous obstacles. However, as you witness these setbacks before the eyes of God, it is not necessary to struggle against your own sinful nature, but rather to
confront the fact that your struggles are affecting your relationship with Christ. Paul responds:
"No, your struggles and storms stem from your own lack of agreement with what God has revealed in your life. I wish to share with you a vision on how to handle this burden and trouble that has
arisen from straying from gospel truth, which brings people together."
Paul's message to the church is one of Truth and deliverance from the deceptions that the adversary seeks to instill in the hearts of the faithful. He awakens the members of the church to the
reality that the voice of their heart is not only being heard by Christ, but that it is also able to make them enter into the kingdom of God through their faith in Him.
Despite the efforts of Satan to break the spirit of the church through sowing doubts and instilling feelings of shame and inadequacy, Paul reminds the people that their faith should not be based
on the flawed ideals and practices of men, but on the unshakable promises of God. The enemy's tactics, though seemingly powerful and pervasive, are ultimately nothing more than attempts to make
himself seem greater than he truly is. He wants to complicate and cloud the minds of the faithful with fear and hopelessness, but Paul reminds us that this is not the end of the story. We are not
completely enslaved by the enemy's deceptive grasp, but merely caught in a cycle of ineffectiveness brought about by our reliance on our own strengths and understanding.
It is a lamentable truth that the very things that give us strength and power, can also be utilized against us to subvert our faith and undermine our convictions. When we are called by God, our weaknesses and patterns of pain can become points of vulnerability, where the adversary seeks to gain a foothold and attack. For some, this may become an excuse to drift further away from the Lord, but for the true body of Christ, these trials serve to bring us closer together, forging a unifying bond through the simplicity of the gospel.
The apostle Paul himself experienced his share of storms and difficulties, and he knew full well the tactics of the enemy. He writes that the adversary endeavors to make himself seem larger and
more imposing than he actually is, by taking the very things we hold dear - our beliefs, our identity, and our source of restoration - and using them to shake our confidence. But, in the face of
these storms, Paul reminds us that the body of Christ is not defeated. The broken cries of shame can be transformed into a powerful testimony that the enemy cannot overcome, and this is the
silver-lining of the storm.
If I may offer a word of advice, it is this: examine your heart, and ask yourself if there is any contempt or disregard for the things God wants to present in your life. If so, then let us be bold and expose these blind spots, and let us cast off the false beliefs and deceptive teachings that would lead us away from the Lord.
Paul reminds us that the corruption and deception of false teachings are no match for the simplicity and power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. And yet, he asks a poignant question: why does the body of Christ often struggle to function effectively and fulfill its purpose?
Broken unity is allowing the deception that beguiled Eve: "Living a life wondering why no one noticed my burden, but struggling with how its all falling apart." Paul is not enjoying the storm,
because it is causing him to lose everything to fight in this battle. The longer he fights for them, the more they enjoy the storm. But he can see they will soon change their minds about the
storm once they are away from being so simple-focused in Christ. Once they are away from that simplicity, will they surrender to spiritual servanthood, or wake up out of that storm? It's not just
waking up to realize the problem, its returning to a correct
foundation. If we're going to be honest, we know that we've been deceived by Satan. We know that he has deceived us into thinking that we were created for something else than what God intended. And we know that we've allowed ourselves to become enslaved to our own desires instead of serving God. But if we're going to be real with each other, we need to admit that we don't really want to get out of this mess. We just want to go back to where we were before. The
brokenness of shame is creating the storm, but our simple focus on Christ is the plan of redemption.
"So many don't want to hear the heart-ache their storm is causing. It's not a storm of judgement, or torment, but a wake up call back to unity."
In God's mercy, there is a call using storms to wake us up out of shame, weakness, and broken confidence to return to unity."
Amidst the tumultuous storm that seems to be taking control of their lives, many may find themselves grappling with a multitude of fears and uncertainties. They may feel as though they are
losing control, despite their best efforts to do what is right. The trials they face may also have an adverse effect on their families, causing them to worry about losing their loved ones, or the
possibility of not being understood. They may also be plagued by the fear of judgement, shame, and the notion that they are unable to handle the situation on their own. Furthermore, they may feel
like God may punish them for their mistakes or that they will inevitably fail again.
However, Paul, as a steadfast leader, is able to weather these tempests by maintaining his focus on the truth and simple steps that are available to counteract these fears. He hopes that this will awaken people to the need for genuine unity and help them break free from the false beliefs that contribute to their struggles. Meanwhile, he prays for his enemies, that their mouths may be silenced, and that they may receive spiritual encouragement and clarity. He wants them to turn back to the teachings of the Bible, restore their testimony, and be strengthened by the power of God. The opposition, however, does not want the church to be aware of the burdens they carry, causing them pain and making them feel like no one is paying attention to their struggles.
Paul is sharing with us that spiritual deception
has one purpose:
'To destroy our lives by causing us to lose hope, fail, and become defeated. But when we hold fast to the truth, we can be healed from any problem, and believe that God is able again.'
Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip, Hebrews 2:1 Thou hast put all things in subjection under his
feet. For in that he put all in subjection under him, he left nothing that is not put under him. Now we see not yet all the things he has done, but when the time comes, God will reveal them to
us.
If our enemy has one purpose in mind, its because Jesus only has one purpose in mind for you.
He is writing about the patient mercies of the new covenant that, through his loving kindness, he will show us at every moment. Even if you were caught up in a broken testimony by human reason that produced a broken cry instead of a vision of God's power in your gospel witnessing, there remains a place of restoration for you to enter into fullness of Christ's worthiness and breaking power through the Spirit against the enemy's strongholds. We need to be able to identify the areas of pain that prevent us from being united with Him, because we're already set apart by His grace.
"The rising storm of shame to break the
'rest' of the church."
Kevin Simon 7/13/2021
UNDER REVIEW, REVISION, DRAFT, 2/4/2023 1:53 am-
God's response will be to send strong delusion only in response to the corruption of the grace of God.
This has started within the last two decades of church history! In 2021, Judes' gospel time-line is in effect. The Bible is clear what the end of this storm will be, but also the future reality of the church's power in Gospel witness.
We ask ourselves:
Will there be victims of 'this' storm and Collapse?
Provided that the collapse is not too sudden, will it be possible to save some people from the disaster?
Where did false moves of God originate from as they carry on into the end-times?
As a result, we have three questions to answer:
Where did this evil come from?
And what will happen when it finally unleashes itself?
What are the consequences for us now?
Where did false identities stem in the church?
What will be the end-product of this mass delusion and a
ministry within the church?
If we ask those questions, we now have to ask, “Do I need to get back into favor to make this covenant work?”
We believe that there are many claims of "Christianity" out there today. However, our belief is that these claims lack a true understanding of Christianity. We believe that these claims are often lacking in a spiritual signature of Jesus' presence.
We believe that there are too many claims made by churches today without any real evidence of the Holy Spirit leading them.
"John 17 reflects this truth with the profound and unwavering prayer of Jesus, asking the Father to sanctify, unify, and present His followers in the fullness of the glory they possess in
Him.
This request underscores the importance of our steadfast confidence in His work, as we seek to embody His desires and become transformed into all that we are not yet. It is a reminder that what
we receive through our relationship with Christ is complete and perfect, and requires no fixing, altering, or reforming."
In stark contrast to this truth, false teachings and practices in the end-times are characterized by a belief in the need for continued effort and striving in prayer to "fix" what Jesus did not.
This misperception is rooted in a failure to understand the finished work of Christ and the rest that comes from full agreement with His perfect completion. Such false movements often manifest as
the imposition of strict rules and regulations, the elevation of one person as the authoritative leader, and the promotion of corrupted miracles as signs of divine power. This distorted view of
the church and its role in relation to Christ risks leading people astray from a meaningful and transformative relationship with God." Months of fasting helped this platform come to these
proprietary conclusions prescribing our data sets to eliminate any other focus or contrived belief.
(1) The false method in the end-time is
“I'm going into prayer to fix things Jesus left-undone. I still have to work to perform by striving in prayer."
Whereas you're not resting, because you don't agree it is all done, there is much to do!
False movements sum up in these things as the Bible represents this mentality to many:
A. Rules to follow
B. One man becomes a leader and becomes the source everyone has to follow: church is a mandate of enforcement to any agenda it sees fit.
C. Corrupt miracles of signs are promoting false perceptions of divine power. People relate differently to perspectives about Christ if the church is only about watered down signs of biblical power instead of relationship with God.
Ultimately, this leads to a misguided conclusion that we must manipulate and control our own state in order to receive the inheritance promised to us by Christ. We focus on our own
behavior, emotions, and experiences as the standard to be met, instead of recognizing the transformative power of the Covenant that Jesus established.
(2) The false method in the end-time is
( "In order to inherit what is promised, we must first correct our behavior, adopt certain emotions, and adhere to a certain standard of experience.")
The true essence of Christ's ministry is fundamentally distinct from this mindset. He invites us into a Covenant relationship with Him, in which He reconnects us with that which truly pertains to
Him and His glory. This connection can only be maintained through rest in the Covenant, as opposed to constantly striving and trying to fix our own shortcomings.
We have a gospel promise that we will not fall by reason that we ignored, or became a victim of these false reforms of modern conventions that broke unity from Christ in false identities- and fall into the lie of obligation to the emotional weights, and burdens that stem from that collapse in the church because those replacement reforms built on ignorance, and willful separation of church mandates for gospel protections! (the corruption of the grace of god) he will keep you from falling.
A term not that you will just fall into disobedience, but as you are living in obedience; from the shame and brokenness going into a backward pattern from fallen processes in our flesh creating pain and shame that establish dependencies that break our confidence; we don't understand the role of unity and Christ's ability so we are no longer patient in this race.
We carry burdens of fear and unbelief that cause us to grow weary and faint in our minds. Spiritually becoming unconscious to Biblical realities. It is easy to fall back into shame over our testimony- making us weak to the storms ahead. Christ will keep you from this collapse!
Remember, our collapse in the storm results from a mass delusion in the last days that create false assumptions and perception of Gospel reality that lead off-track from God's original plan; where men will say in their own wisdom:
"Why were these protections of the grace of God needed in the church in the first place if we can fix the loop-holes with the new methods outside of the Holy Spirit where any perception can qualify leadership, anything can represent reform as long as no one questions it -accepted norms"
Oddly enough, the enemies appeal was a reform that seemed like a better recommendation that was helpful, and informative. It was the power of God in Christ that responded to an argument of Christ's provision already on trial.
Jesus response in our lives if we ever experience correction will be because He saw it for what it really was:
"This is the subtlety that leads to all out assault on biblical foundation."
As God is healing broken cries of shame, He is turning our witness into transformed, qualified prayers in New Covenant method that rests because God is able. He can and will reveal His power in those places the enemy is raging against your position.
Its confidence that says in His love:
"He will not let me fall into the collapse of shame, or wound by the storms of emotional weakness that try to break my ability, and distract from unity in my rest in Him!" Because what I have is not of myself...”I won't let what happen in the garden of Eden happen again in New Covenant; I'm placing on you the perfection of Christ from His identity, and presenting that in you, before God's throne without fault or blame as you draw near in firm hope till the end.” Gospel power, witness and authority presented in you enables you to enter His presence with this rest in your heart that God fully stands behind and receives because your faith, and that ability is in Him."
There is an actual backward progression in the beginning stages. As believers, we have Biblical witness to help us know where we are in His rest, where we are going in trials, or where we are stuck in a broken cry of shame:
“Where is our purpose, where do we fit in,” in what Christ has reconciled in view of a very real storm in the last days that enters our faith rest."
It happens calmly at first, then it rages in its final stages. Breaking down our will and confidence as the last leg of the storm washes up in the consequences of everything that was rejected, or received in divine witness of power that closely abides in Christ!
"So if that is the context of our race, then patience is the fuel of confidence in that rest."
Then, we must see the definitions of unbelief in their real forms as it faced us with confidence breaking weights and sins, that become legitimate weakness inducing struggles that make us refrain from His fulness of what He has reconciled in Himself!
Does He listen to my Cry?
Does He feel our pain?
Are we really growing in this storm or trial?Are we living out God's best?
Are we going through this process in Vain?
A. Trigger words,
B. Corrective speech with an agenda.
C. Fear-mongering reforms for recommendations to fix something that is currently in place to protect us from shame.
The enemy has an agenda to influence situations to create a subtle perception about God's ability in our lives.
D. Processes that invoke an obligation, ‘burden', to keep the act going but not actually accomplishing anything so we become restless, and never reaching the end goal. Well, that is not the
race. Patience is the goal we find in that race.
Misappropriation of Covenant method
Misappropriation of Covenant method is the source of pain, wrong ideas about the heart of God and His standard in Christ. It would create a legalism cycle contrary to Christ from 'repeating pain and unhealed shame' that creates people types easily withdrawn and restless, open to strong delusion because their value system is not a reverence for Christ but an obsession for reforms,
Christ is the standard!"
("You see the real influence pushing an unqualified source into a divine structure")Christ is the method, "We have to obey Him literally as our hope in this race, and depend on that until this race is done”, finding Christ is our reward here; striving, unbelief and fear contradict that rest! There is an agenda that leads to the subtle progression of emotions that are rooted in inferior, broken shame, that breaks confidence, "Trusting God is able".
My platform is seeing an event putting Godly people before this storm in fear-mode to hold false reforms over normal human interaction on essential things as a pretext, like Esau, to attack the
authority of God's word, and unity in that faith.
Here is the subtle progression in the storm:
1. Jude tells us our spirit behind our 'strongholds' separates us from the Spirit of God- in our flesh, pride and pain against God, makes it our own!
2. The collapse is when people seek to restore, mend or repent after it's too late. The birthright lost.
3. The final stage of the storm is washing up after the collapse. No reasonable help is apparent.
4. This crisis makes slaves of unbelief, because they are self-defeating broken victims of a shame!
No.1 The Bible calls them weights or sin, but in actuality, they are (contradictions).
“What we feel is getting away from us in this race of confidence that causes us to look oppositely to His purposes”.
No.2 So is this brokenness through striving in unbelief, a contradiction to our rest in Christ? YES! Here is why! The church itself is not a product of itself, but a result of Christ' fulfillment: what He perfected in Himself.
“I'm going to make sure that when you have confidence in this race, and you know I'm patiently approving of you because the plan is final and complete in Him. I will use that New Covenant promise to bear witness of divine power over that rest and shake heaven and earth to reveal in your life what God has done in Christ."
Patience, in New Covenant, is dealing with striving where (contradiction) produces fear in response to what you see that needs to be fixed, solved or restored in ourselves.
“Fear is not a healthy response to something you have no power over, Faith is the healthy response to what you don't have power over." Fear causes you to hold on to something that is very real at times, but trickles down in our perspective defining it in ways that isn't true, or yet vastly unproven by our conviction; but then we hold on to that opinion, and won't let go of it as God says it is not bearing witness to divine power or confidence."
God repeatedly tells us,
"I have the power to help you lay that aside. To end manipulation, controlled or defined by that circumstance, that you feel is bigger than you. A striving in methodologies that will fix nothing...they are actually putting you to sleep”
We are being built up in our most holy faith, praying in the Spirit, and keeping ourselves in the Love of God in this hope every day when we refuse to strive, perform or work toward something we deserve as a trade-off of services rendered in our own ability; simply rest in what God has approved of toward us, and realize this race is drawing us into what is accurate, complete and finished in Christ."
Footnotes:
*The subtly of the serpent (shame): challenging areas of rest God has proven, reconciled, fulfilled that he alone is able to do in His power. Giving more to the idea of Christ having already
reconciled everything to Himself to bring us into His rest, 2 Corinthians 11:2.
"You have time to hold fast to enter into His Covenant but slipping because we hide in fear is not a suggested method... rather we learn to pick it until we are confident."
*Failure in New Covenant is covered but that has to be made subject to Christ and still requires genuine confidence that God is able.