'And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rising up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, upon his horns ten crowns and upon his heads the name of blasphemy.'' Revelation 13:1
In studying, I came across two interesting pieces of information. First, in 1975-6, the G7 was formed with the intent to formulate a one world system. This group consisted of the world's most industrialized nations. Which nations were they?
1. America
2. Canada
3. France
4. Germany
5. Great Britain
6. Italy
7. Japan
Then, I was thinking about the ten horns. I discovered in 1996, NAFTA organized the world into ten world ''super nations''. How did they decide the world will be divided into ten parts? In reading, it sounded similar to another historical event. The group decided the new world order (published in 1974) will best be carried out if the world can be neatly broken into ten perfect divisions, powerful,, perfect, nation-states. The group decided these ten would be best:
1. North America
2. South America
3. Australia & New Zealand
4. Western Europe
5. Eastern Europe
6. Japan
7. South Asia
8. Central Asia
9. North Africa & the Middle East
10. The remainder of Africa
''Mankind at the turning point'' was published in 1974, and stressed the need for a global governance. The best way to etablish this would be to divide the world into divisions, nations, and then set a ruler over each. These rulers would be accountable to Antichrist. Read Daniel 7:7-8, Daniel 2:41, and Revelation 17:12. In Daniel's prophecy, it appears once the ten nations are set, the Antichrist (the little horn) would arise to his throne for seven years. Daniel 8:25 says ''by peace he will destroy many''.
It is important to note, the NWO was officially created in 1776, and has been promoted by every president since. World leaders work together to further the implementation of this global system, culminating in the formation of NAFTA, and then the devising of a global division.
Notice in Daniel 7:7-8, he will pluck up three of the horns. Picture yourself in your garden, grabbing hold of a weed and pulling it u, by the roots. It seems Antichrist will war against three of the nations, leaving seven.These horns, kings, may be the seven empires throughout history, and depicted in Nebuchadnezzar's dreams in Daniel 2 & 7. These culminate in the final empire, the revived roman empire, being the global influence.
As a quick reminder, the seven empires are,
1. Assyria
2. Egypt
3. Babylon - Dan. 2:38; Dan. 7:4
4. Medo-Pesia - Dan 2:39; Dan. 7:5
5. Greece - Dan. 2:39; Dan. 7:6
6. Rome - Dan. 2:40; Dan. 7:7
7. Revived Rome - Dan. 2:41; Dan. 7:7-8
I pray this answers some of your questions. Not only will I continue to answer your questions, but will give you more of the signs of the times we live in.
In His Service,
Pastor Aaron Mathews
Saturday, June 14, 2014
Sunday, June 1, 2014
Communion....
Greetings in the Lord. We gather here today, together, in communion with one another and God. What do we mean when we talk about ''communion''? As a Christian, and a minister, it has dual meaning. First, it is a gathering of the saints, you and iI and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Second, it is a rite of our faith, the taking together of the bread and wine. In recognizing this celebration of remembrance, I ask you to turn in your bibles to 1 Corinthians chapter 11, verses 23-26.
''For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you. That the Lord Jesus the same night which He was betrayed took bread; and when he had given thanks he brake it, and said, take, eat, this is my body, which is broken for you, this do in remembrance of me. After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying this cup is the new covenant in my blood; this do ye as off as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. Wherefore, whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lords death til He come.''
We must never get too comfortable, making taking communion together as common place. We should always do as Jesus said, do this in remembrance of His death on the cross for each of us, awaiting His coming. It is an awesome opportunity to walk together with Christ through reflection upon His death and resurrection. We do not offer a new sacrifice, but remember the sacrifice done ''once for all'' (Hebrews 10:10). Doing so in remembrance of Him should be more than just a fleeting thought, rather we ought really recall all we can about our saviour. He left heaven to take a human body (Phil. 2:5-6). He bore our sin in his own body (1 Pe 2::24). He took our lace on Calvary (Is 53:54-56). He shed His blood for our redemption (1 Pe 1:18-19; Rev 1:5; Rev. 5:9). He conquered death for us, forever (Matt 28:1-6; Rev. 1:8). He ascended back to heaven to complete His redemptive work and to serve as our high priest - forever (Heb. 7:25).
1 Timothy 1:15 reminds us Jesus died for sinners. This is a very deep and powerful thing we need to really think about. How has Jesus broken body and shed blood impacted your relationship to God? What does this mean for all humanity? Do you tell others of His sacrifice, that they also may receive redemption?
When we gather to take communion, it is a declaration that we commune, fellowship, with Christ. We are not ashamed of our relationship with Jesus as scripture tells us we must not be. Acts 4:12 and John 14:6 reminds us Jesus is our only means of accessing heaven. He is the only means ooof ours salvation. It is crucial that I boldly proclaim the gospel, in its entirety, without compromise. In a day of ''seeker-friendly'' churches,
we need to hold fast to salvation by grace alone. We need to read, believe, obey, live, the whole of the gospel. I stand firm on preaching the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, even at the risk of pastoring but a few. II'd rather bring a few strong Christians with me than drag many into an eternity void of Christ, separation from God, in hell.
Recall, at the end of verse 26, Jesus tells us to do so while we wait for His return. John 14:1-3 has Jesus telling us He has gone to prepare a place for us, where He will come and receive us Himself. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 tells of the rapture. The dead in Christ will rise first, then those which are alive and remain shall be caught up together t meet our Saviour in the clouds, to be with Him forever! We are told to watch for Him, in Matthew 24:44.
If you read, and you should, verses 27-30 of the eleventh chapter of 1 Corinthians, you'll see there are warnings, beginning with examination of oneself and not to take lightly the partaking of the supper. We must come to take the supper with a clean heart. It is not to be taken by unrepentant, backslidden, or unbelievers. Alan Carr gives us some questions to consider before taking communion. Am I saved? Is my life pleasing to the Lord? Are there hidden things in my life that need to be dealt with? Are there any issues between me and another belli ever? Am I ready to take of the bread and the juice with a true heart of worship of God our Father and His Son Jesus Christ?
Lastly,, brothers and sisters, in case you have not received communion but would like to (you may as often as you like), I will lead you now. If you don't have communion bread, a saltine, preferably unsalted, cracker and grape juice will be all you need. Take your bread in your hand, pray with me, ''Lord Jesus, I thank you for going to the cross for me, and suffering a broken body for my sin. I receive this bread in remembrance of your sacrifice. Amen. You may eat your bread now. Next, take the cup in your hands and pray, ''Jesus, I thank you for shedding your blood for the remission of my sin. Thank you for redeeming me and sealing me in Your new covenant of grace. Thank you Lord for being my sacrificial lamb. Amen You may now drink your juice.
I pray this message blesses you. It is a summary of my sermon on communion. I invite you to receive communion with me anytime, just visit this post and pray with me.
In His Service,
Pastor Aaron
''For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you. That the Lord Jesus the same night which He was betrayed took bread; and when he had given thanks he brake it, and said, take, eat, this is my body, which is broken for you, this do in remembrance of me. After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying this cup is the new covenant in my blood; this do ye as off as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. Wherefore, whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lords death til He come.''
We must never get too comfortable, making taking communion together as common place. We should always do as Jesus said, do this in remembrance of His death on the cross for each of us, awaiting His coming. It is an awesome opportunity to walk together with Christ through reflection upon His death and resurrection. We do not offer a new sacrifice, but remember the sacrifice done ''once for all'' (Hebrews 10:10). Doing so in remembrance of Him should be more than just a fleeting thought, rather we ought really recall all we can about our saviour. He left heaven to take a human body (Phil. 2:5-6). He bore our sin in his own body (1 Pe 2::24). He took our lace on Calvary (Is 53:54-56). He shed His blood for our redemption (1 Pe 1:18-19; Rev 1:5; Rev. 5:9). He conquered death for us, forever (Matt 28:1-6; Rev. 1:8). He ascended back to heaven to complete His redemptive work and to serve as our high priest - forever (Heb. 7:25).
1 Timothy 1:15 reminds us Jesus died for sinners. This is a very deep and powerful thing we need to really think about. How has Jesus broken body and shed blood impacted your relationship to God? What does this mean for all humanity? Do you tell others of His sacrifice, that they also may receive redemption?
When we gather to take communion, it is a declaration that we commune, fellowship, with Christ. We are not ashamed of our relationship with Jesus as scripture tells us we must not be. Acts 4:12 and John 14:6 reminds us Jesus is our only means of accessing heaven. He is the only means ooof ours salvation. It is crucial that I boldly proclaim the gospel, in its entirety, without compromise. In a day of ''seeker-friendly'' churches,
we need to hold fast to salvation by grace alone. We need to read, believe, obey, live, the whole of the gospel. I stand firm on preaching the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, even at the risk of pastoring but a few. II'd rather bring a few strong Christians with me than drag many into an eternity void of Christ, separation from God, in hell.
Recall, at the end of verse 26, Jesus tells us to do so while we wait for His return. John 14:1-3 has Jesus telling us He has gone to prepare a place for us, where He will come and receive us Himself. 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 tells of the rapture. The dead in Christ will rise first, then those which are alive and remain shall be caught up together t meet our Saviour in the clouds, to be with Him forever! We are told to watch for Him, in Matthew 24:44.
If you read, and you should, verses 27-30 of the eleventh chapter of 1 Corinthians, you'll see there are warnings, beginning with examination of oneself and not to take lightly the partaking of the supper. We must come to take the supper with a clean heart. It is not to be taken by unrepentant, backslidden, or unbelievers. Alan Carr gives us some questions to consider before taking communion. Am I saved? Is my life pleasing to the Lord? Are there hidden things in my life that need to be dealt with? Are there any issues between me and another belli ever? Am I ready to take of the bread and the juice with a true heart of worship of God our Father and His Son Jesus Christ?
Lastly,, brothers and sisters, in case you have not received communion but would like to (you may as often as you like), I will lead you now. If you don't have communion bread, a saltine, preferably unsalted, cracker and grape juice will be all you need. Take your bread in your hand, pray with me, ''Lord Jesus, I thank you for going to the cross for me, and suffering a broken body for my sin. I receive this bread in remembrance of your sacrifice. Amen. You may eat your bread now. Next, take the cup in your hands and pray, ''Jesus, I thank you for shedding your blood for the remission of my sin. Thank you for redeeming me and sealing me in Your new covenant of grace. Thank you Lord for being my sacrificial lamb. Amen You may now drink your juice.
I pray this message blesses you. It is a summary of my sermon on communion. I invite you to receive communion with me anytime, just visit this post and pray with me.
In His Service,
Pastor Aaron
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