The title of this episode comes from a quote I heard from Pastor Allen Jackson of World Outreach Church ( https://wochurch.org/ ). I was listening to one of his sermons when he mentioned how the church, in his opinion, has not done a good job of preparing us for desperation. The statement has been with me ever since.

Christianity in much of the world, more and more of it each day, is being looked down upon with hostility toward it growing. Most Christians in the world know and accept this treatment particularly because they are following in the steps of the LORD JESUS, who HIMSELF was treated with contempt and hostility. Most Christians do not have the freedoms that the western church, epically those in the United States, have and enjoy. Because they have "skin" in the game the blood of JESUS is so much more precious. Sadly that means we who live in the western church and especially the United States have become apathetic towards the idea of suffering or being desperate for the grace of GOD to sustain and carry them. We have indeed turned our backs on GOD and HIS SON JESUS.

This episode we take a hard look at being desperate to be with and in the presence of JESUS CHRIST the LORD. Are you seeking the freedom that awaits on the other side of this life with JESUS? Are you desperate to run this race following in the steps of CHRIST? Are you prepared/made a firm decision to follow CHRIST regardless of the circumstance? With all my being....you should! Are you the unbeliever desperate to flee from the wrath to come and be with and in the arms of your Great GOD and Savior JESUS? Then watch and listen to find out how.

The Scriptures that are mainly used for this episode are: John 16:33, Romans 5:1-9, 1 Peter 4:12-19, 1 Peter 5: 8-11


12 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you;
13 but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing, so that also at the revelation of His glory you may rejoice with exultation.
14 If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.
15 Make sure that none of you suffers as a murderer, or thief, or evildoer, or a troublesome meddler;
16 but if anyone suffers as a Christian, he is not to be ashamed, but is to glorify God in this name.
(1 Peter 4:12–16)

Grace and peace to all who are in CHRIST JESUS. Amen.

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One of the most common misconceptions about being a devoted faithful follower of CHRIST JESUS the LORD is we are always full of gloom and doom...there is no joy or fun in our lives. It is either that or those who do have "fun" are having fun according to the world standards. Sadly, there are way to many "Christians" who engage in that behavior. The world simply says, "your one of us". How horrible!

The title of this episode comes from a quote made by Pastor David Gallamore of Rock Springs Baptist Church ( https://rockspringsbaptist.com/ ) Ever since I heard him say it from the pulpit that statement has been with me. Why, because it is so very true. Truly in this world we are going to be persecuted (if you desire to live godly) and have tribulation. But for those who truly follow CHRIST JESUS our eyes are on HIM and in HIM we have joy!

Indeed, there is fun in the Christian life! Want to know the secret (it shouldn't be one though)? Take time to watch (listen if your on a podcast platform). and find out.

As always, if you have questions, comments or have a topic which you would like discussed be send me a message. I cant promise we will address it, but it will be looked over and prayed over.

The main Scriptures used in this podcast are:
Hebrews 12:2, 1 Peter 1:4-8, 1 John 1:1-4, Ephesians 5:15-21

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We are kicking off our seventh season of "That They May All Be One" and it is an exciting time for us! This season the LORD has placed on my heart eighteen episodes covering a wide variety of topics and issues. We are also for the first time going to be doing one to two short videos each week bringing even more current content! This season is a return to the very first Scripture the LORD placed on my heart many years ago - Jeremiah 1:7, "everywhere I send you you shall go and all that I command you you shall speak." Every topic is one the LORD has placed upon my heart and I know it is important for believers and the church. Amen. Lastly, this season is special as it is the first time the LORD has granted for me to have a completely separate office devoted to CHRIST, this ministry, study and prayer. Praise be to the LORD JESUS CHRIST for entrusting this gift. I know, "To whom much is given much is required." May the LORD bless and use it for HIS glory, praise and kingdom. Amen.

The first episode comes from the gospel of Luke:
51 When the days were approaching for His ascension, He was determined to go to Jerusalem; (Luke 9:51)

The LORD JESUS had just confirmed to the disciples HE was indeed the CHRIST. But, HE was also beginning to share that the mission of the CHRIST was not to come in and overthrow the Romans, but to suffer, die and rise again. The LORD JESUS had set HIS face like flint towards Jerusalem to finish the mission the FATHER sent HIM to accomplish - salvation for the lost for all the people GOD had given HIM! JESUS knew what awaited HIM in Jerusalem and for the joy set before HIM HE pressed on. How much more should we, HIS slaves, unworthy of even being called unworthy, deny ourselves and follow HIM where HE leads!

The church has never been in more need of realignment than today. The last dying gasps of the evil one are more and more diabolical and deceitful! HIS time is short and he is full of wrath. The church, especially the western church, is in desperate need to not feel comfortable...but alarmed, repenting and urgently seeking the LORD'S face! In short, we must be like our KING JESUS following in HIS steps - resolved to finish HIS works and be with HIM where HE is and see HIM as HE is! Amen!

Scriptures used in this episode (other than those mentioned) are:

23 And He was saying to them all, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me.
24 “For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake, he is the one who will save it.
25 “For what is a man profited if he gains the whole world, and loses or forfeits himself?
26 “For whoever is ashamed of Me and My words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes in His glory, and the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.
(Luke 9:23–26)


57 As they were going along the road, someone said to Him, “I will follow You wherever You go.”
58 And Jesus said to him, “The foxes have holes and the birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head.”
59 And He said to another, “Follow Me.” But he said, “Lord, permit me first to go and bury my father.”
60 But He said to him, “Allow the dead to bury their own dead; but as for you, go and proclaim e

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