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As we ushered in Passover in early April, we recognized the significance of God’s appointed time for this year—5778/2018.

Here is what the Hebrew year 5778 signifies:

  • The number 5 represents grace
  • The number 7 represents perfection
  • The number 8 represents new beginnings and open doors

The letter Chet, which means ‘life,’ also represents the number 8, in Hebrew.

This letter resembles a door when written —

Therefore, this year is a year of new beginnings and an invitation to pass through the doorway of life. What an amazing declaration of what is to come!

What door does God call the Body of Christ to pass through this year?

The Jew, First Nations, and the Gentile are a threefold cord.

As we continue down the corridor of time, we are closer to being a part of and witnessing a rapid increase of prophetic fulfillment. The Lord has laid out His ultimate plan of restoration in His Word. He has been patient with us to come together in unity.

The culmination of events and signs among the nations should perk up our ears and open our eyes as Believers. During this year of open doors, there is a call for the restoration of the nations—the firstborn Jewish nation, the First Nations (that is the Native American people), and the firstfruits Gentile nations.

When these three nations come together—unified and aligned with the will of God—we are prepared with the power and authority to withstand pressure from the enemy.

“Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.”—Ecclesiastes 4:12

The power of the threefold cord…

The Lord is at work in mighty ways, bringing together the Jew with every nation from different tongues and tribes. As Ephesians says, we are to join together as One New Man. Those grafted into the commonwealth of Israel make the threefold cord strong and unified.

Unity releases the healing and reconciliation power of the Holy Spirit!

Why are First Nations important?

  1. Have not all been reached with the Good News of the Messiah?
  2. Those who have received the Gospel are experiencing a release of Holy Spirit power among their people.
  3. Those who have accepted Christ are beginning to connect to Israel in proper alignment.

What does this look like?

The late Dr. Apostle Jay Swallow, who was uniquely recognized as the spiritual leader for over 500 Native American tribes in the United States, was one of the founders of Two Rivers Native American Training Center. This year, his wife, Joan, was among the special guests at Passover.

Two Rivers has a mission to equip missionaries and other leaders with biblical training and leadership to reach the Native people of North America.

Two Rivers responded to the needs of the First Nations:

  • “There are 580 Native Nations in North America. The U.S. Center for World Missions states that there are at least 200 Native Nations that have not been reached with the Gospel and over 95% of the 3.5 million Native Americans in the United States have not accepted the Gospel message. Currently, we believe Two Rivers offers the only Native-founded, Native-led, culturally sensitive ministry training on the North American continent.”—Two Rivers Native American Training Center

The gathering of the First Nations people into the family of God is another indicator of the end times, as well as an active call among Believers to become engaged in Kingdom business.

As Curt Landry Ministries is located in the midst of Native American territory in Oklahoma, it is our sincere desire is to honor the First Nations people, as various tribes surround us here in American’s heartland.

It is evident throughout God’s Word, that as the Body of Christ comes together in unity to fulfill the Great Commission, there will be an outpouring of the Holy Spirit within the Church.

Over and over again the Lord tells His followers:

  1. We are to go and make disciples of all the nations.
  • “And He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.’”—Mark 16:15
  • “…and that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.”—Luke 24:47
  • “but now made manifest, and by the prophetic Scriptures made known to all nations, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, for obedience to the faith.”—Romans 16:26
  1. And every nation will confess that He is Lord of all. 
  • “Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”—Philippians 2:9-11
  • “After these things I looked, and behold, a great multitude which no one could number, of all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, saying, ‘Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!’”—Revelation 7:9-10

When something is mentioned numerous times throughout scripture, it’s God’s way of telling us to ‘pay attention!’ As we read the above scriptures, we can clearly hear the Lord saying, “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations… and then the end will come” (Matthew 24:14).

God is a God of inclusion. He wants ALL to come into His Kingdom.

The call for the Gospel to be preached in all the world includes the First Nations! You see, these native people have lived in the land far longer than most Americans, and yet many of them have yet to hear the Gospel of Truth.

For this reason, we must honor them, develop relationships, and seek to understand. This inclusion is a sign of what is to come… the restoration and the coming together of the nations.

Curt Landry Ministries and the First Nations

Curt Landry has a rich history with the people of the First Nations. He has worked with Apostle Jay Swallow and his family since 1996. When Dr. Swallow was studying the threefold cord in Ecclesiastes, the Holy Spirit revealed that a release of the First Nations people would happen when there was a connectedness to Israel in proper alignment.

To understand the alignment, there must also be an understanding and desire to explore the Jewish roots of the faith. And that’s exactly what Apostle Sallow did…

“Apostle Joan Swallow (wife of the late Dr. Jay Swallow) is one of the most powerful prophetic intercessors that I have ever encountered. She has a unique gift and authority to change the atmosphere wherever she goes. We have celebrated many Passovers with her and her late husband, Dr. Apostle Jay Swallow, and we remain humbled to join together at this special time.”—Curt Landry

Take note of Luke 24:47 above: “…beginning in Jerusalem.” The Holy Land of Israel is where it begins. The First Nations tribes understand that when there is a connection with the Holy Land and her people, that proper alignment falls into place.

God says in His Word that, “I will bless those who bless you [Israel].” He also says to, “seek first the kingdom of God.” These statements can seem simple, yet searching the Hebraic roots of the faith uncovers a multitude of richness in words.

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Along with Apostle Joan Swallow at Passover, we also embraced Craig Harper and his family, as Craig was newly recognized as the chief of the Peoria Tribe. Craig and his family have been an important part of the Curt Landry Ministries and House of David family now for many years.

Native American Headdress

We were also blessed to have the chief of the Blackfoot Tribe in Montana, Roy Wolftail, along with his wife, Honey Wolftail, with us at Passover. Curt Landry Ministries has known the Wolftail’s for many years now, and has oftentimes traveled to their church in Browning, Montana.

Curt Landry with a traditional headdress gifted by Blackfoot chief, Roy Wolftail, and his wife, Honey. [Native American headdresses, sometimes referred to as War Bonnets, are traditionally worn by male leaders of Native American tribes. Those who wear feathered War Bonnets are recognized and respected within their tribes. They are worn in battle and for ceremonial purposes.]

It was an incredible honor to celebrate Passover this year with special guests of different tongues and tribes from across the world!

Disciples of All Nations

In the Gospels, Jesus spoke about the signs of the end times. This part of the Olivet discourse is not meant to strike fear in the heart, but to provoke alertness, knowledge, and diligence to remain in alignment with God’s plans.

“Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, ‘Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?’ And Jesus answered and said to them: ‘Take heed that no one deceives you. For many will come in My name, saying, “I am the Christ,” and will deceive many.

“‘And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of sorrows…

“‘And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come.’”—Matthew 24:3-8, 14

Here Jesus is telling us that although calamities will happen, we are to preach the Kingdom Gospel to ALL the world. These signs are not the end time, but are referred to as the beginning of labor pains, or “the beginning of sorrows.”

As catastrophes increase in frequency and intensity, we know Yeshua’s return is drawing near. Jesus points out that “these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.” This remark was made in order to prevent panic, however to be alert and on guard.

Jesus makes another statement that AFTER the Gospel is preached to all the nations, “then the end will come.” How glorious will that day be when Yeshua returns to rule! This statement about furthering God’s Kingdom is the Great Commission.

We can look forward to the spread of the Gospel message because:

  1. It brings many souls into the family of God
  2. It is a sign that Yeshua’s return is growing closer, as every tongue preaches to every tribe
  3. Even with the chaotic news that fill the media and our minds, God’s Truth always prevails

The Body of Christ is to take this call seriously. It WILL happen, and He promises when we take part in the call the doors of Heaven will open and blessings will pour out.

“Then I saw another angel flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting gospel to preach to those who dwell on the earth—to every nation, tribe, tongue, and people—saying with a loud voice, ‘Fear God and give glory to Him, for the hour of His judgment has come; and worship Him who made heaven and earth, the sea and springs of water.’”—Revelation 14:6-7

Are you ready to find out more about how God wants to use YOU?

Joined together as One New Man…

It is essential to understand what One New Man means to a Believer. Read our 5-part series [here].

“For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of separation,  having abolished in His flesh the enmity, that is, the law of commandments contained in ordinances, so as to create in Himself one new man from the two, thus making peace,  and that He might reconcile them both to God in one body through the cross, thereby putting to death the enmity.”—Ephesians 2:14-16

 Characteristics of a One New Man as found in Colossians 3:12-17:

“Therefore, as the elect of God…

  • holy and beloved,
  • put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; 
  • bearing with one another, and forgiving one another…
  • But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. 
  • And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.
  • Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
  • And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.”

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We have unique and distinct God-ordained callings. When we come to His table and put our feet beneath, we aren’t all sitting in the same chair, yet we all get to be a part of the supper!

The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob called the Hebrew nation out amongst the people of the world to represent Him to the nations. His divine plan for the Jewish people is not finished. And His divine plan for First Nations, Gentiles, and YOU are not completed either!

He promises to complete the good work He has begun in you.

As Believers, we are to seek God first—above all else. His Spirit will guide us into our destiny, to further His Kingdom. As we continue to grow closer to the return of Yeshua, we must spread the saving grace and love of God, with conviction by the Holy Spirit, thus reconciling mankind to the Father by the blood of Christ.

As born-again Believers, we are new creations in Yeshua. As we continue to walk through this Hebrew year of 5778, just as the number 8 represents ‘newness and open doors,’ we can look forward to blessings and new beginnings for the nations this year!

How Does Prophecy Come to Pass?

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Prophecies come to pass, as the Lord uses all of us to move mountains and nations into place. We are His hands and feet.

Would you believe we are living in a time when prophecy is being fulfilled? There have been prophecies made for thousands of years about the land of Israel and her people. A significant number of these prophecies have come to fruition and, as time passes, they seem to have gained momentum and even more are unfolding before our eyes. God is restoring the once barren desert to its blossoming destiny.

“You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; you have put all things under his feet…”—Psalm 8:6

The psalmist understood the decree given to Adam and future generations at the time of creation. Because God proclaimed man’s dominion and authority over the earth’s creatures and its resources, His intention is for us to partner with Him and subdue the land.

As part of our God-ordained authority, we are responsible for being wise stewards and preserve the land in ways that are honorable and glorifying to God. We aren’t to ignore desolate land, but to bring it to its fullness.

“The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, the world and those who dwell therein.”—Psalm 24:1

Curt Landry Ministries has partnered with Doug Hershey, author of Israel Rising: Ancient Prophecy Modern Lens, The Land of Israel Reawakens to bring you compelling visual evidence

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Recently, Curt Landry sat down with Doug Hershey to take a closer look at Hershey’s recently published coffee table book and to discuss the importance of Israel’s 70th anniversary.

Hershey’s inspiration came out of the book of Ezekiel. The prophet in the Old Testament assures Israel of a homecoming. Despite the fact of Israel’s history of dispersions, there was an establishment in 1948 of the modern nation. Here we are, 70 years later, witnessing events that were foretold by the ancient prophets of God.

First, let’s take a look at the significance of the number 70. Without the appreciation of this number, the events of this year could just be considered a coincidence.

The number 70, made up of two significant numbers:

  • Seven represents perfection
  • Ten represents completion

These two numbers together show spiritual order and power.

What does Ezekiel 36 mean?

God tells the prophet of Ezekiel to prophesy to the mountains. God is decreeing His Word of restoration to the land. This Holy Land is precious to God. This unique tapestry of the land reveals God’s power and majesty.

The following is what Ezekiel decrees over the land:

“…therefore, O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord God! Thus says the Lord God to the mountains, the hills, the rivers, the valleys, the desolate wastes, and the cities that have been forsaken… ‘But you, O mountains of Israel, you shall shoot forth your branches and yield your fruit to My people Israel, for they are about to come. For indeed I am for you, and I will turn to you, and you shall be tilled and sown. I will multiply men upon you, all the house of Israel, all of it; and the cities shall be inhabited and the ruins rebuilt.  I will multiply upon you man and beast; and they shall increase and bear young; I will make you inhabited as in former times, and do better for you than at your beginnings. Then you shall know that I am the Lord. Yes, I will cause men to walk on you, My people Israel; they shall take possession of you, and you shall be their inheritance; no more shall you bereave them of children.’”—Ezekiel 36:4, 8-12

This book, which you receive when you sponsor an olive tree in Israel, uncovers the mystery of how prophecy fulfillment looks. You see exactly how this prophecy is being released over the soil, just as God said it would!

How is the number 70 connected to Israel?

  • For 70 years Israel was captive in Babylon
  • Those in Jerusalem during Babylonian captivity kept 70 years of Sabbaths
  • Moses took 70 elders with him up Mount Sinai after reading God’s covenant to His people
  • Joseph—after being sold to Egyptians by his brothers then rising to power—brought his 70 family members into the region years later. These 70 members started a nation that would grow to millions before their exodus out of the land.

These are only a few of the presentations of 70 throughout the Bible.

Israel is about to celebrate her 70th anniversary. Let’s look at the tremendous spiritual order that has come into play so far in 5778:

  • United States’ President Donald J. Trump has announced that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel, and will move the embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
  • The land is blossoming and abundantly responding to the alignment of Israel’s return since 1948.
  • The King’s Valley is producing olives that are ready for harvest this year, for the first time in thousands of years. This special prophetic oil will be made available for purchase soon!

Author, Doug Hershey explained his love for history and his visit to the old shops in Jerusalem when he purchased black and white photos from 1880-1940. He then went back to the exact locations depicted in those images and took photo shots of the land today.

His book beautifully lays out the enormity of contrast since Israel’s statehood. The dry, barren land has become lush and green. One photo, in particular, illustrates the sovereignty of the ground by the contrasting barren mountain in Syria as a backdrop to Israel’s lush landscape.

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Israel Rising: Ancient Prophecy Modern Lens, The Land of Israel Reawakens also contains quotes from every century for the last 2,000 years that reflect what the land looked like and about the people. These quotes within the book consist of Christian, Jewish and Muslim observations.

Hershey tells of one memorable quote from a Muslim writer who complains about how the mosque in Jerusalem is empty of worshipers, and the majority of the people living in the land are Jewish.

We would love to give you this book as a ‘thank you’ for your olive tree sponsorship, as well as a remembrance. Remember what God promises, what He can do, and the blessings of His alignment.

“I will bless those who bless you [Israel]…”—Genesis 12:3

If God stands by His Word to make the desert bloom and the mountains bear fruit, He will undoubtedly stand by His promise to bless you when you become covenant partners in His restoration plan. Will you join us in fulfilling this biblical prophecy?

What Is the Meaning of Communion and Why Do It?

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Do this in rememberence

Communion is defined as “the sharing or exchanging of intimate thoughts and feelings, especially when the exchange is on a mental or spiritual level.” Communion is sometimes referred to as the Lord’s Supper, Holy Communion, or in some church denominations as Eucharist, or Sacrament. Unleavened bread, together with wine, or juice, are consecrated and given to the participants. Partaking in communion is a sharing and remembrance of your covenant with God. The covenant made possible by Christ’s sacrifice.

Names for Communion: What Do They Mean?

  • The Lord’s Supper— We can now come to the table of our Father and place our feet beneath it because we are part of His family.
  • Holy Communion— We are sharing in this Holy and intimate time with God as part of His Body—the Church.
  • Eucharist— This word comes from the Greek language and means “thanksgiving.” It’s a time of personal reflection, humility, and thankfulness as we think about how we were brought out of the bondage of sin and stepped into freedom through Christ.
  • Sacrament— This is a religious ceremony or act that is regarded as an outward symbol of an inward relationship with Christ.

There are several other descriptions for communion used in the Bible:

  • The Lord’s Table— “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons; you cannot partake of the Lord’s table and of the table of demons.”—1 Corinthians 10:21
  • Cup of Thanksgiving— “The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?”—1 Corinthians 10:16
  • Breaking of Bread— “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.”—Acts 2:42

The sacred covenant, or bond, between a God and a Believer is divine and mutually beneficial. The covenant brings glory and honor to the Father, and dominion and power to the Believer. No matter the frequency of communion, it is a moment of sincerity, to come before the Lord and to soberly and humbly assess your relationship with Him.

This assessment and time of reflection are not meant to be legalistic; God designed it to be humbling, purifying, accompanied by immense thanksgiving. The purpose is for Believers to experience more of Him through remembrance and reflection of the covenant relationship.

The Jewish Roots to Communion

We must remember that the Last Supper was a Passover meal.

“When the hour had come, He sat down, and the twelve apostles with Him. Then He said to them, ‘With fervent desire I have desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer;  for I say to you, I will no longer eat of it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God.’”—Luke 22:14-16

In the context of Jewish traditions and biblical commands, this was a remembrance of Israel’s deliverance from Egypt to the Promised Land. Taking these Hebraic roots of the Passover, Jesus spoke to the disciples about its deeper meaning, a picture of the spiritual freedom that was to come from His blood shed on the cross.

“And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, ‘This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.’”—Luke 22:19

The unleavened bread of the Passover meal is a picture of the sinless Body of Christ. Unleavened bread was instructed to be part of the Passover Seder in the book of Exodus.

Over the course of the last 2,000 years, Believers and nonbelievers alike have constructed personal definitions of this sacred act. When questions about practices in the Church arise, it is always best to search and study the scriptures, just as the Bereans. This intense study opens the doors for the Holy Spirit to reveal to you God’s definition and intent, unlocking your spiritual inheritance as you uncover the Jewish roots to the faith.

“These (the Barean Jews) were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so.”—Acts 17:11

“However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.”—John 16:13

4 Things to Know about Communion

Communion’s sacred symbolism is multifaceted, just like all of God’s work and design. The Lord cuts deep into our hearts and “penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit” (see Heb. 4:12). As Believers, we have the blessing of experiencing Him in new and intimate ways with every step we take.

These are things to consider when partaking in communion:

  1. Remembrance. Communion should stir our hearts to remember Christ’s sacrifice on the cross.

“In the same manner He also took the cup after supper, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in My blood. This do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.’”—1 Corinthians 11:25

  1. Accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior enters you into a covenant with God. Communion is a reminder of that covenant. Because of Christ’s sacrifice, you now have access to His resurrection power.

“…that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him, the eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power which He worked in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places…”—Ephesians 1:17-20

  1. Decree and Declare. As we remember and reflect, we can also declare the promises of God. God doesn’t forget, but He wants you to call upon Him and decree His promise of blessing out into the heavenly realms. Words have power. When we declare our identity in Christ, the enemy is blocked from his attempts of stealing our spiritual inheritance.

“Blessed be the Lord, who has given rest to His people Israel, according to all that He promised. There has not failed one word of all His good promise, which He promised through His servant Moses.”—1 Kings 8:56

“But He gives more grace. Therefore He says: ‘God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’  Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”—James 4:6-7

  1. Paul tells the Church in Corinth, that through partaking in communion they are proclaiming the Lord’s death until His return. We can look forward to His return and the marriage supper of the Lamb!

“For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death till He comes.”—1 Corinthians 11:26

“Then he said to me, ‘Write: “Blessed are those who are called to the marriage supper of the Lamb!’” And he said to me, ‘These are the true sayings of God.’”—Revelation 19:9

The discovery of your faith roots brings you into the presence of the Lord that you may walk in the increased knowledge of His divine and sovereign character. The immeasurable depth of God is revealed by combining the history of His story with our faith journey today. Tapping into His presence penetrates and changes your heart, and you begin to show Christ to others.

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“Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly…”—Colossians 3:16

Can God be Trusted?

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Light on my path

Can God be trusted? It’s a terrific question, one that we get asked quite a lot at Curt Landry Ministries. People ask us this for many different reasons. But most often we find that the reason we question God’s trustworthy character is due to fear. Who can blame most of us right? God isn’t tangible. He doesn’t stand before us in human form. Therefore it’s sometimes hard to put your trust in someone who cannot be seen.

This is part of what makes studying the Word so important to a Believer. Let me use this metaphor… Let’s say you were preparing to do a major business deal. We’re talking millions upon millions of hard-earned dollars were about to be invested in a group or individual that you wished to partner with. Wouldn’t you want to know that they were who they said they were?

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Of course!

How would you get to know that entity better? Well today, you would probably scour the Internet for their website or social media outlet. You would read up on their work. You would look for reviews or testimonials from past business deals. You might even ask other people up front… calling or emailing those who might have been listed as a reference for this organization. You would do your research.

This is also true for us as Believers. We can’t trust God blindly, without ever truly researching His character. Thankfully men and women’s lives that were impacted by the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob were written down in one of the most well-read, widely sold book of all time. I’m sure you’ve heard of it… the Bible.

Testimony after testimony tells the story of God’s unfolding plan to redeem all humanity from a curse that came upon them due to a broken covenant—a promise made between God and man which was unbreakable only through pure disobedience.

Still, this story unfolds further only to portray God as a loving heavenly Father who dearly loves His children…

Just as a business owner would seek out to better understand the character of a new partner, we, too, are challenged to read about this God who is called, Wonderful, Counselor, Almighty God, Prince of Peace, Loving Father, Friend…

Sure, you can’t see Him, but the opportunity to get to know His character is easily sought out, that is if you really wish to know the answer.

Don’t believe us? Let’s take a look at a couple of areas where people struggle to trust God, and see if we can’t convince you to at least dust off the cover of your Bible and read about Him for yourself.

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Can God Lie?

So often people struggle to trust God because of human relationships that had failed them. It’s hard to trust an unseen heavenly Father if your earthly father was not a good example.

When the people in our lives who were meant to stand as protectors or providers fail us, we easily equate this to how God will treat us as well. Deep wounds come from broken promises, abuse, or abandonment, and it can be very difficult to trust another human being, let alone a God who had seemed to stand by unaware during those situations.

You see, God did care about those circumstances more than you know. But He also knew that by micromanaging all of humankind’s behavior they would never be able to make choices for themselves.

Many who may have hurt you, unfortunately, had chosen the darkness, but God has given you an opportunity today to choose His light instead of the darkness.

God is not like the men or women who have lied to you. It states in Numbers 23:19 that, “God is not a man, that he should lie, nor a son of man, that he should repent. Has He said, and will He not do? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good?”

The bottom line is that God can not and will not lie to you. He is literally incapable of lying.

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You Actually Can See God?

How?

Well… when you read the Word of God you will learn about His people, the Israelites. Over the course of human history God made a promise to this people, and despite some failures on their part to stay committed, God never wavered in His promise to remain faithful to them.

Thousands of other people groups from the time of the Israelites have disappeared into a sea of cultural shifts and changes. BUT the nation of Israel still stands. God can be seen in His promises from this ancient text, the Bible, to the modern-day Jewish nation. Isn’t that incredible?

Still, Don’t Believe it?

Look here where God makes a promise to the first Hebrew, Abraham…

“And I will make thy seed to multiply as the stars of heaven, and will give unto thy seed all these countries; and in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed.”—Genesis 26:4

Have you ever wondered why the Jewish people are one of the wealthiest populations in the world, and some of the largest contributors to medicine, technology and other worthy causes?

The answer is clear, God did not lie to them, to their ancestors, and He cannot lie to YOU.

HE IS TRUSTWORTHY! He will do what He has promised. It may take time, but He will be found faithful, you can count on it.

Join us next time where we will evaluate…

“Will God Forgive Me?”

“Who Does God Say that I Am?”

“What Does God Want from Me?”

How is Biblical Prophecy Being Fulfilled?

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Prophecy

On April 26th, Curt Landry will join Perry Stone as a special guest speaker at the upcoming Perry Stone Ministries’, International Prophetic Summit. As our ministry prepares for this important conference, many traveling to the event themselves, we are considering those of you who may be wondering, “How is biblical prophecy being fulfilled today?”

While we know that you may be familiar with terms like “biblical prophecy,” the concept itself can often be a daunting one. Join us below as we share about the significance of this term and how it relates to the modern-day Believer.

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It is true, “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, but My Father only” (Matthew 24:36). The Father does not veil us from His plans. The Bible is full of infinite knowledge, prophecy, signs, and wonder. There is a KEY the Lord has provided to us now that unlocks ancient secrets about the destiny of humanity and the world! The mysteries of biblical prophecy are not dark and tragic events as some might think, but full of hope and supernatural power.

Numerous biblical prophecies have been fulfilled, and a number are yet scheduled for the future. Biblical prophecy is circular. What does this mean? It means to hold the key to understand supernatural mysteries Believers must be willing to go back to the beginning of God’s Word to understand:

  • His character
  • His timeline
  • His law
  • His plan

The knowledge of the Old Testament and the Jewish roots of the Christian faith provide insights into the universe.

Biblical Prophecy in the Year 5778

The year 5778 is significant for a number of reasons:

  • It is the 70th anniversary of the nation of Israel.
  • The number 70 is represented by the Hebrew letter Ayin, which means ‘eye’ in Hebrew. This year there will be a revelation of sight to those who will seek to see.
  • The number eight is represented by the Hebrew letter Chet, which means ‘life.’ It also resembles a door. Therefore, this year is a year of new beginnings and an invitation to pass through the doorway of life.

The picturesque symbolism the Lord provides for us throughout His entire Word is incredibly profound. We cannot, in our flesh, fathom the depths of His design. However, God is faithful to reveal greater knowledge to those who draw near to Him and earnestly seek Him. Through the Spirit, God reveals Himself.

“However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.”—John 16:13

God does not want just part of you; He wants your whole heart. And He wants you to know His heart too!

“My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes observe my ways.”—Proverbs 23:26

How do you do you know Him? You search Him. You connect with Him, and He will connect the dots for you. Allowing Him to show you your destiny during this season is crucial!

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The Full Picture

The Word of God is like a mirror in time. When we search the scriptures of the Old Testament, we see the Feasts of the Lord specified in a particular order. We can be confident that no circumstance or instruction given by God is by accident or wasted and outdated. His promises, design, and character is eternal and will all be revealed in His time.

The revelation of His glory comes full circle at the end of His story.

“Then I saw ‘a new heaven and a new earth,’ for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, ‘Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God.’”—Revelation 21:1-3 (NIV)

Does this imagery sound familiar? It takes us back to the garden of Eden, where the Lord was in perfect relationship with man before the fall. What’s more is that God gives us an understanding of how the story will unfold as we are on the point of end-times.

The Feasts of the Lord

The Feasts of the Lord symbolize the past, present, and future of all humanity. But to unlock this mystery, you must be willing to step out in faith and into your Jewish roots. The feasts of the Old Testament explain the order of what is to come.

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We recently celebrated Passover and remembered the death and resurrection of Yeshua through the Exodus story. The Fall Feasts point to a greater understanding of how the end times will unfold. To understand the end, you must understand the beginning. It is true that no one knows the exact time of Christ’s return.

However, He wants the Church to grasp what is happening in His timeline so that we remain in His presence and further His Kingdom. Therefore, He reveals His magnificent order, in detail. Are you willing to step through the open doors?

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What is the Key of David?

The Key of David opens doors. In Revelation 3, Yeshua tells the faithful church of Philadelphia that He has opened doors for them and that they must go through the door in faith. He holds the keys to the open door and no one can shut it.

“And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write, ‘These things say He who is holy, He who is true, “He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens, I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.”’”—Revelation 3:7-8

The year 5778 is the year of double doors! The gateway has been opened by the Key of David!

The Key of David is one of the most significant messages from Yeshua that He gives to His bride during the end-times. The Key of David is a royal message. As kings and priests, we have dominion and authority. God’s calling for us is to deliver the Key of David to the nations. It unlocks miracles, healing, and breakthroughs.

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Beware!

Beware of the thief that attempts to steal the key, sneak through the doors, and swipe your crown. Satan knows about this key and will make untold endeavors to shut doors. He wants to block any deliverance for Believers, and the spread of the Gospel to non-believers. God’s Word tells us that the enemy does incredible damage in the end-times. But this should only provoke Believers to persevere and hold fast to the truth until the end. You have a high reward, keep it near your heart.

“Because you have kept My command to persevere, I also will keep you from the hour of trial which shall come upon the whole world, to test those who dwell on the earth. Behold, I am coming quickly! Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown.”—Revelation 3:10-11

These are exciting times. We do not need to fear but wait in anticipation of Christ’s return. We can be confident that the Lord is with us as we enter through the open double doors this year.

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”—Joshua 1:9

We hope that you have enjoyed this brief synopsis of how biblical prophecy is being fulfilled even at this very moment. Isn’t it an exciting time to be alive! Curt Landry Ministries is looking forward to being a part of the upcoming Perry Stone Ministries’, International Prophetic Summit this year. It is our honor and privilege to work alongside biblically-sound, Kingdom-focused ministries, and we look forward to seeing all that God has planned as biblical prophecy continues to unfold before us.

Curt Landry and Perry Stone

Curt Landry and Perry Stone have worked together for almost a decade. During that time they have joined efforts to participate in the fulfillment of biblical prophecy. Through this relationship, they have developed The King’s Oil, as described in Exodus 30, out of olive groves planted by My Olive Tree, directly from the King’s Valley of Israel!

Why Confidence is Important

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There are many people in the Body of Christ today who struggle with confidence. They are so used to the snares of insecurity and the heartbreak of failure, that they forget why confidence is so important. Not only confidence in ourselves… but also in Christ.

So many of us, as Believers, are experiencing major breakthroughs in our lives, but without confidence in Christ it is almost impossible to succeed. Why is that you ask? Well, if you’re like us, God is asking you to stretch yourself wider than you could have ever imagined. He is looking for people of great faith and courage… even if we are afraid.

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Why faith without works is dead.

Hebrews 11 reminds us of the great patriarchs, and the faith they had in an unseen God and His promises for them. But faith without action isn’t really faith at all, is it? Let’s look at the lives of these men and women for a moment and evaluate what made them so successful in the Kingdom of God.

Abraham & Sarah—

“By faith Abraham, when he was called [by God], obeyed by going to a place which he was to receive as an inheritance; and he went, not knowing where he was going. By faith he lived as a foreigner in the promised land, as in a strange land, living in tents [as nomads] with Isaac and Jacob, who were fellow heirs of the same promise. For he was [waiting expectantly and confidently] looking forward to the city which has foundations, [an eternal, heavenly city] whose architect and builder is God.”—Hebrews 11:8-10 (AMP)

“By faith even Sarah herself received the ability to conceive [a child], even [when she was long] past the normal age for it, because she considered Him who had given her the promise to be reliable and true [to His word]. So from one man, though he was [physically] as good as dead, were born as many descendants as the stars of heaven in number, and innumerable as the sand on the seashore.”—Hebrews 11:11-12 (AMP)

“By faith Abraham, when he was tested [that is, as the testing of his faith was still in progress], offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises [of God] was ready to sacrifice his only son [of promise]; to whom it was said, ‘Through Isaac your descendants shall be called.’ For he considered [it reasonable to believe] that God was able to raise Isaac even from among the dead. [Indeed, in the sense that he was prepared to sacrifice Isaac in obedience to God] Abraham did receive him back [from the dead] figuratively speaking.”—Hebrews 11:17-19 (AMP)

Isaac & Joseph—

“By faith Abraham, when he was tested [that is, as the testing of his faith was still in progress], offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises [of God] was ready to sacrifice his only son [of promise]; to whom it was said, ‘Through Isaac your descendants shall be called.’ For he considered [it reasonable to believe] that God was able to raise Isaac even from among the dead. [Indeed, in the sense that he was prepared to sacrifice Isaac in obedience to God] Abraham did receive him back [from the dead] figuratively speaking. By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau [believing what God revealed to him], even regarding things to come. By faith Jacob, as he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and bowed in worship, leaning on the top of his staff. By faith Joseph, when he was dying, referred to [the promise of God for] the exodus of the sons of Israel [from Egypt], and gave instructions concerning [the burial of] his bones [in the land of the promise].”—Hebrews 11:17-22 (AMP)

Moses—

“By faith Moses, after his birth, was hidden for three months by his parents, because they saw he was a beautiful and divinely favored child; and they were not afraid of the king’s (Pharaoh’s) decree. By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, because he preferred to endure the hardship of the people of God rather than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin. He considered the reproach of the Christ [that is, the rebuke he would suffer for his faithful obedience to God] to be greater wealth than all the treasures of Egypt; for he looked ahead to the reward [promised by God]. By faith he left Egypt, being unafraid of the wrath of the king; for he endured [steadfastly], as seeing Him who is unseen. By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of the blood [on the doorposts], so that the destroyer of the firstborn would not touch them (the firstborn of Israel). By faith the people [of Israel] crossed the Red Sea as though they were passing through dry land; but when the Egyptians attempted it they were drowned.”—Hebrews 11:23-29 (AMP)

Joshua & Rahab—

“By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days [by Joshua and the sons of Israel]. By faith Rahab the prostitute was not destroyed along with those who were disobedient, because she had welcomed the spies [sent by the sons of Israel] in peace.”—Hebrews 11:30-31 (AMP)

What did each one of these people have in common? They listened to the voice of God and made a decision to follow His direction, no matter what. NO MATTER WHAT!

It’s easy to look back on their lives and still feel hopeless in our own situations. For them, it must have been just as frightening to trust God as it is for us today. Just like us, they each struggled with fear and insecurity that is common to us all… BUT the difference was all about perseverance.

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How can I stop being insecure?

Have you been a Believer for some time, but still struggle with the same insecurities that you dealt with before becoming born-again? Are you still afraid and insecure?

Insecurity is really a deep-seated distrust of God, or in our ability to hear His voice. Often, we want to do things in our own strength, but we miss the important lesson that the patriarchs teach us through their stories.

Often, once God has cast the vision, we take matters into our own hands. Through works of the flesh, we try to force things into motion… But that is not what God requires of us.

God asks us to partner with Him. He may tell us His grand vision, but it is only through small steps of obedience as we listen to His direction, that we will ever become victorious. You see, it isn’t about arriving… it’s all about the journey with Him.

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Why do I feel insecure in my relationship with God and others?

We often feel insecure with God or with others because of past experiences. Possibly someone misused you, or maybe you were raised in a volatile home as a child. It makes no difference what the root cause is… the important thing to know is that there is hope!

Please hear me, you do not have to live with anxiety forever. Insecurity can be removed as you develop your trust in God, and God alone.

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 What to do when anxiety takes over.

The first thing you must know is that God is trustworthy. If you’ve never experienced a faithful relationship, one where the opposite party loved you unconditionally, it can be hard to understand what ‘trustworthy’ looks like.

We completely understand that… but we want to encourage you to push through those fears as you use this list of biblical tools for your breakthrough.

THIS IS YOUR YEAR OF BREAKTHROUGH!!

Tools for Overcoming Anxiety and Insecurity:

  • Begin to dedicate quality time with the Lord daily— Set time aside each day to meditate on the Word of God. Read it out loud to yourself. Ask the Lord to begin to show you the truth of His character.
  • Encourage yourself in the Word by listening to trusted leaders in the faith— Oftentimes anxiety and insecurity are on a battlefield within our mind. It is important and strategic to begin to fill your thoughts with positive messages that will remove any negative ways of thinking.
  • Praise and Worship— We know it might seem completely unnatural to praise and worship the Lord when everything within you feels frightened, but your sacrifice to praise God will begin to silence the voice of the enemy in your life. He cannot stand it when we worship God. He will flee from you if you resist him.
  • Pray in the Holy Spirit— The absolute power of prayer in the Holy Spirit has never been completely tapped. It is an inexhaustible form of communication directly with God that cannot be deciphered by man or by demonic spirits. Even though it may seem awkward or strange at first, this special form of one-on-one communication with our Creator is transformational.
  • Quote Key Scriptures that deal with your situation— The Word of God is truth… it is living and it is powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword. Despite what may be going on around us in the natural, the spiritual realm has to bow to the Word of God.

Just as we shared above, had the ancient patriarchs believed what their eyes saw in the natural, they never would have accomplished their destinies without faith. We must speak the truth of God’s Word into EVERY situation, trusting that He is faithful to perform all that He has promised to us.

Why confidence is important.

Finally, you don’t have to feel confident to take steps toward growing in confidence. We love the quote that “Courage isn’t doing something without fear, courage is being afraid, but doing it anyway.” We know that it takes courage to break old cycles in your life, but the truth is that each one of us is responsible to take the steps necessary to move forward.

While many of us may have been waiting on God to act on our behalf, He is waiting for us. What more can He do? He has sent His perfect Son to die on the cross for us. This has allowed each one of us complete and total access into the throne room of Heaven, if we will only believe.

It’s not enough that we find salvation. Once we understand that we are in need of a Savior, then we must take the next steps toward healing and wholeness. When we surrender our lives to God, it is just that. If we are truly serious about that commitment, it means that we will abandon our old lives in exchange for what He has promised. We must reach out and take hold of the gift of salvation through the character building steps of disciplining our thoughts and behaviors through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us.

We aren’t meant to arrive overnight, but we will be victorious when we place our trust in HIS plan and purpose for our lives, rather than return to our old behaviors.

We want to encourage you this year in the Lord. This truly is your year of breakthrough. Don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our trusted prayer team members if you are unsure of how to make these changes in your life. They would love to spend time with you in prayer as you seek the Lord for valuable answers that will change your life forever.

When Anxiety Gets the Best of You

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Anxiety and fear can be completely debilitating. Yes, we’ve all experienced those times of nervousness, but it is when these two dark forces come together and blind you from any hope of a future living in freedom, that is the time for a breakthrough.

People have an array of descriptions for anxiety, from physical symptoms like heart palpitations and sweaty palms, to mental ruminations and sleepless nights. No matter what the symptoms, the trademark characteristics are always a barrier to peace and the theft of joy.

What is the Cause of Anxiety?

Countless research and scientific studies have been done to find the root of anxiety. But this uneasiness has plagued the human mind since the fall of man.

“That which has been is what will be, that which is done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun.”—Ecclesiastes 1:9

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Some say it goes back to family relationships or a history of trauma, others say it’s biological, but there is a common denominator in all of this… the fact that our past creeps into our minds and tries to dictate our future.

Equally detrimental as drowning in worry, is to wear it like a badge. So many often justify the fear as caring, but the fact remains, but it comes down to a trust factor. This statement isn’t to say, don’t be concerned or caring toward others, but we are to have an honest assessment of how you are turning over your concerns to God. Trust that He will instruct you on how to show Godly compassion.

“Historians will probably call our era ‘the age of anxiety.’ Anxiety is the natural result when our hopes are centered in anything short of God and His will for us.” —Billy Graham

Therefore if our thoughts aren’t focused on God, where then is our focus?

According to scripture, when we don’t set our eyes on the Lord, our surroundings begin to crumble in various ways. Isn’t this interesting? When we focus on our situations and circumstances, that’s actually what brings disaster, chaos, and misalignment! This confusion should be our indicator to do something. The Lord instructs us where to set our thoughts.

“Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.”—Philippians 4:8

“For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit.”—Romans 8:5

“Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.”—Colossians 3:2

“Let your eyes look straight ahead, and your eyelids look right before you.”—Proverbs 4:25

Always remember the enemy wants to go unnoticed. He never wants to be ‘found out’ because if we knew the depths of his evil, we would undoubtedly turn to God. For this reason, he tries to blind people from the actual source of their anxiety, which is their lack of focus on the One True God.

The Lord doesn’t want you to try to fix the anxious thoughts. He desires for you to focus on Him, so His power can transform your mind, and His name is glorified!

How to Receive Your Spiritual Breakthrough…

Hearing the soft whispers of the enemy can tickle our ears, but it should also raise the hairs on the back of our neck. The confusion this voice causes is our indicator to leap into action.

“For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers…”—2 Timothy 4:3

When we don’t understand the roots of our faith, we fall short of following sound doctrine, which leads us down a path that might be attractive at first, but never ends in peace.

The enemy’s voice:

  • Compares
  • Pushes or Rushes
  • Fears
  • Confuses
  • Discourages
  • Worries
  • Obsesses
  • Deprives
  • Condemns

The Holy Spirit’s voice:

  • Stills
  • Leads
  • Reassures
  • Enlightens
  • Encourages
  • Comforts
  • Calms
  • Convicts

How to experience a breakthrough…

  1. Prayer: Take a sound assessment of your relationship with the Lord. Are you spending time with Him daily? Prepare your heart to receive instruction on how to remedy the anxiety. Confess to the Lord of your need to control, and your lack of following Him.

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”—1 John 1:9

This unrighteousness is the seed that produces the doubt, fear, and unbelief. Ask Him to purify your heart and renew your spirit.

  1. Scripture: After casting your cares on Him, it’s essential to dive into His Word. It is impossible to understand how God leads us to victory if we do not know what He says about it.

“No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.”—1 Corinthians 10:13

  1. Follow the instruction: What good is the Word of God to us if we aren’t willing to put it into action. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in the ways that you should go.

“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was.”—James 1:22-24

  1. Praise: Praise God for who He is and what He has done. Praising His Holy name invites Him into our circumstances, and thus He invites us into His peaceful presence.

“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”—John 14:27

Read Psalm 91, out loud! Remind the Lord that He’s responsible for you. Call Him in remembrance of His Word.

“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’

“Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day, nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness, nor the plague that destroys at midday. A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked.

“If you say, ‘The Lord is my refuge,’ and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone. You will tread on the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent.

“‘Because he loves me,’ says the Lord, ‘I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.’”—Psalm 91 (NIV)

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Unity is Power

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Most understand the concept of Unity is Power. Nations, governments, and cultures around the globe know that the principles of unity work to protect, provide, and flourish those who are within it. So, what makes solidarity with the Body of Christ unique compared to other groups? And why is it important?

When there are contentions and divisions in the population, power and peace are lost. If the Body of Christ so desires to be the light of the world, cohesiveness must come into play.

 “Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.”—1 Corinthians 1:10

Unity with God

To be reconciled to God through the blood of Jesus is the first step to unification. Once reconciliation takes place, God begins His restoration and sanctification within us.

“For it pleased the Father that in Him all the fullness should dwell, and by Him to reconcile all things to Himself, by Him, whether things on earth or things in heaven, having made peace through the blood of His cross.”—Colossians 1:19-20

All of us, at one time or another, have either justified our sin or have been blind to it. However, in these times of separation and false teaching within the Church, there is an outpouring of the Holy Spirit that calls Believers to awaken.

“What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. For if we have been united together in the likeness of His death, certainly we also shall be in the likeness of His resurrection, knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin.”—Romans 6:1-6

When our belief, opinion, and order does not agree with the Word of God, we are walking out of alignment, off of our destiny’s path, and missing the inherited blessings through Christ.

Unity within the Church

Some modern-day Believers think of that unity mentioned in Romans is for their congregation. While this is imperative, God’s power transcends beyond the walls of the local Church. His design for agreement is for every tribe, tongue, and nation to come together as One New Man that He may be glorified and His Kingdom come.

“For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of separation, having abolished in His flesh the enmity, that is, the law of commandments contained in ordinances, so as to create in Himself one new man from the two, thus making peace, and that He might reconcile them both to God in one body through the cross, thereby putting to death the enmity. And He came and preached peace to you who were afar off and to those who were near. For through Him we both have access by one Spirit to the Father.”—Ephesians 2:14-18 (emphasis added)

The one Body—the One New Man—that Paul speaks of in Ephesians separates those walls, opens up the windows of Heaven, and pours out His blessing of peace among Believers.

“For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for you Gentiles—if indeed you have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, how that by revelation He made known to me the mystery…”—Ephesians 3:1-3

  • Unity Releases Blessing and an Anointing

“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, running down on the beard, the beard of Aaron, running down on the edge of his garments. It is like the dew of Hermon, descending upon the mountains of Zion; for there the Lord commanded the blessing—life forevermore.”—Psalm 133:1-3

It is a blessing to the Lord when we are unified. Brought in unison not only with each other, but also with His order. This fundamental building block of order is where many are led astray. God calls us to unite, pray, and love His chosen people, Israel, beginning in Genesis.

When we follow His path of divine order, we will be blessed.

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you”—Matthew 6:33 (emphasis added)

To recognize what His Kingdom on earth is, we must understand the roots of our faith!

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”—Acts 1:8

“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: ‘May they prosper who love you. Peace be within your walls, prosperity within your palaces.’”—Psalm 122:6-7

God’s promises of restoration are not only for the Gentile nations, but also the Apple of His Eye, the Jewish people. We are in the last days, approaching a season where His call for alignment is strong and imperative. We must bless Israel, understand our Hebraic heritage, and stand in unity so that God’s will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven.

  • Unity in the Covenant

In Romans, Paul speaks of the Gentile Church’s role in Israel’s restoration.

“For I do not desire, brethren, that you should be ignorant of this mystery, lest you should be wise in your own opinion, that blindness in part has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. And so all Israel will be saved…“—Romans 11:25-26

If the Gentile Church is called to bless Israel and partner with God for her restoration, comprehending our spiritual heritage will provide the reason for the hope we have to those who do not yet know Yeshua.

“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear…”—1 Peter 3:15

There is a shift happening within the Body of Christ. The more faith and knowledge grow regarding the depth of covenant relationship, the more the Holy Spirit’s voice begins to stir the heart. The things of this world that break God’s heart begin to move you to more mercy and compassion. Your destiny, and that of Israel’s, is about putting your will aside and stepping into God’s will, with the knowledge of the mystery within you.

“Come, and let us return to the Lord; for He has torn, but He will heal us; He has stricken, but He will bind us up. After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up, that we may live in His sight.”—Hosea 6:1-2

Restoration is happening. The drought is only temporary. We are entering this third-day—prophecy is being fulfilled. Now more than ever there is a call to share God’s love, the salvation through Yeshua, with the world. Grow your faith and release revelation every day through Curt Landry Ministries PowerPoint devotionals, and be sure to join us LIVE  for our weekly services, Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. CT and Fridays at 7:45 p.m. CT.

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How Can Experiences Change a Person?

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No matter our upbringing or our beliefs, our experiences undeniably influence our lives. We often look through the lenses of experience in the world around us, rather than the reality that it is.

In order to sort out the truth, first we must understand what TRUTH is. From there, we can begin to put our experiences to the test. The truth of God’s Word is, as Believers, our identity is in Christ alone. Therefore, when we allow our experiences to shape our beliefs, we deny the new creation that we are in Christ. We are in essence saying we don’t trust God to tell us who we are, we become confused, doubting and fearful.

The same trials and tribulations that confused Believers in the Church of Acts continue in today’s Church. The culture changes, but the spirit behind the confusion is the same spirit that has been sowing seeds of discord all along.

“That which has been is what will be, that which is done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun.”—Ecclesiastes 1:9

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 How to Overcome Confusion

Taking the promises of God and placing them next to the feelings that result from our experiences can bring clarity. When they don’t line up—confusion happens. Therefore, acting on what is accurate rather than what we believe eliminates confusion!

It saddens the heart of God to see His people, both Jew and Gentile Believers, depend on their unstable circumstances and experiences to determine their beliefs and actions. Now, this isn’t to say they don’t believe in the truth of Jesus or don’t read the Word of God. But, far too often their experiences override the power of the Word in their lives.

“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.”—Colossians 3:15

“…he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.”—James 1:8

 Believing vs. Acting…What’s the difference?

“And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.”—Acts 2:2-4

Faith activated by the Holy Spirit is what makes the difference. Paul traveled to Ephesus and asked the followers of John the Baptist if they had received the Holy Spirit. They were blind and had not even heard of the Holy Spirit.

They understood the need to repent and to ‘get right with God,’ but they had yet to be immersed in the Holy Spirit. There is a difference; one is that you understand your need for a Savior, the other is walking in the same dominion and authority that Jesus had.

Consider this: “Does my life reflect the power and authority of that which is the Holy Spirit?”

First, we must be honest with ourselves and with God. How close is our walk with the Lord? He always wants us to dig deeper into His Word, that we may know His character, His divine purpose for our lives, and have more peace and more joy.

Paul says this to the Gentile Church in Ephesus:

“…if indeed you have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, how that by revelation He made known to me the mystery (as I have briefly written already, by which, when you read, you may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ), which in other ages was not made known to the sons of men, as it has now been revealed by the Spirit to His holy apostles and prophets: that the Gentiles should be fellow heirs, of the same body, and partakers of His promise in Christ through the gospel…”—Ephesians 3:2-6

Revelation comes by way of the Holy Spirit. Revelation brings clarity.

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How does revelation work?

Do you want a life-changing revelation?

Every one of us has gone through trials. Trials are nothing new under the sun. These trials and tribulations are baptisms by fire. They are intended for you to come out purified. The Bible refers to God’s Word like a tongue of fire, designed to cleanse our mind, will and emotions.

When we want revelation and breakthrough, are we allowing God’s Word to wash over us—purifying us? We must align our thoughts with those of the Bible, or we will continue to walk in confusion and chaos, giving the devil a foothold.

God’s Word is deep. Understanding the Jewish roots takes you deeper into your walk with the Lord. It allows you to see things in a way you have never experienced. It gives you practical ways to live out the Word daily so that you may encounter continued revelation.

What can you expect?

When you come out of agreement with the fear that holds you, and step into a Spirit-led life, grounded in the Word, you can expect two things:

  1. A powerful transformation in your life— Leading to continued renewal of the mind and a change in relationship with others.
  2. Resistance— The truth is, change can be difficult, and the enemy will use a multitude of ways to bring you down. When the Holy Spirit is ready to put into action all that has been imparted to you, resistance will occur. Unfortunately, opposition can even come from other Believers.

Just as Paul experienced in Ephesus, where Believers witnessed and experienced miracles, there was a group threatened by the changes happening around them.

The enemy uses division in an attempt to break God’s power. Paul was wise; he departed before the surrounding evil could contaminate the whole group. Resistance will come, but you must make sure that confusion does not drive your actions. God alone will illuminate your path.

What to do in the midst of resistance.

You must choose to be about your Father’s business. When your eyes are focused on Jesus, His sacrifice and not your own, you come into agreement with His ways. You are a by-product of the choices you make. And you are faced with choices in every circumstance… every day.

The powers of darkness have always been pressing into the Kingdom of God, but we want to encourage you today you are not alone. There is nothing new under the sun.

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Do not be unequally yoked, but instead surround yourself with the truth. Read it, hear it, pray it, and decree it. Be around those who will encourage and build up, not tear down. May the Lord continue to strengthen and bless your walk every day.

“Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing. And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. Be at peace among yourselves.”—1 Thessalonians 5:11-13

We want to invite you to participate in this powerful word in its entirety. Join us weekly for powerful words of revelation and impartation.

Is My Spiritual Identity Being Stolen From Me?

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As Believers, we have a high calling in life. We are called to be peacemakers in the midst of chaos, light bearers in utter darkness, speakers of truth where only there are lies.

It’s easy… in theory. All of us desire to be those things, but life takes over, fear sets in, and sometimes at the end of the day, it’s difficult to feel like “more than a conqueror.”

What do I do to stay calm in troubling circumstances?

Have you ever looked back at a situation and said, “Wow! If I only knew what I do now… I never would have reacted that way.” We’ve been there. It happens to all of us. Still, how many times have you found yourself in a similar situation a few months later, only to behave the same exact way all over again? You know you’re supposed to be experiencing, “peace that surpasses all understanding” as a born-again Christian, but your actions say something far different.

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”—Philippians 4:6-7

Is my issue really a self-discipline issue?

The fact of the matter is that we are truly in a battle against invisible forces. It’s not because of who we are so much, but because of whom we have chosen to associate with. The God of the universe has an enemy, and the best way to touch Him is by hurting us, His children.

In this world there is trouble… that is just part of life. It happens. It is unavoidable. Still, we have been given powerful tools that can change the direction of even the most terrible of circumstances, if we will only apply them…

So, yes, unfortunately we are responsible for our behavior. The good news is, that as you begin to place your faith in the hands of a loving Heavenly Father, He will begin to teach you how to make wiser choices for the journey.

Tools for success:

With any tool, it takes time to develop the skills necessary to be able to successfully use them. We want to encourage you to keep trying, if at first you don’t succeed… don’t give up!

  • Repentance: God is known to us in three very different and unique ways. One as our Father, another as our Friend… but there is a third role that He plays in our lives that many are not as familiar with—He is our Judge.

When we come before Him and admit our failures, the blood of Jesus that was shed on the cross can be applied to those wrong choices in our lives. True heartfelt repentance is a must-have in every Believer’s tool belt.

  • Forgiveness: God states in His Word that we are required to forgive others of their sins against us. This is not always easily done. We all have been deeply wounded by people in our lives. It’s never easy to let go of those hurts, because the fear is that they may hurt us all over again.

Choosing to forgive is not about allowing yourself to stay in an abusive situation. But it is about walking away from the bitterness that is attached to a spirit of un-forgiveness.

What we sometimes forget is that while God is our Judge, He is also the judge for others as well. So, when we choose to forgive others, through the power of the Holy Spirit, this allows the Lord to take care of the situation, rather than us feeling that we must take matters into our own hands.

It’s never easy, but it’s always worth it in the end.

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  • Fighting Spiritual Battles from a “Courts of Heaven” Perspective: We must understand that God has a legal system in Heaven. While many Sunday School classes may have taught you that we fight spiritual fights on a battlefield, the truth is that God’s system is much more democratic.

It says in the Word of God that we face the “accuser of the brethren” (see Rev. 12:10). Satan is much like a litigator in Heaven, pointing out the things in our lives that are out of line with God’s Word. There are specific ways that we can deal these areas, but they must be in alignment with Godly principles.

If you’d like to learn more about this topic, join us HERE.

  • Don’t Go to Bed Angry: The Word says it like this, “Do not let the sun go down on your wrath” (Eph. 4:26). Why is that? Because when we do not deal with anger from the previous day, it will return to us in the morning. If that process is repeated daily for some time, it breeds bitterness, which can develop into hatred, and finally into murder.

Whoa! Whoa! Did we just say that anger can turn into murder? Yes, that’s right. It might not be a physical death, but how many times have you found yourself gossiping about someone else that you are angry with? The things we share with others can often lead to the death of someone’s reputation. This is a type of murder in itself.

Not only that, but when we choose to end a day in anger, we are not acknowledging God in our day. We are choosing to focus our attention on problems we are experiencing, rather than turning our eye to Him in faith, thanking Him for the things that did go right. It’s a very simple concept, and when applied, it can have immeasurable results.

  • Time in Stillness: “Be still, and know that I am God…” (Psalm 46:10). There is so much authority that comes from resting in His presence. It takes a lot of self-discipline to pull away and spend time with the Lord, especially when things are not going our way.

By choosing to meditate on who He is, even during the worst of situations, we gain strength for the day. This means setting down our phones, turning off the television, and stepping away from those ‘go to’ comforts that we’ve sought solace from in the past.

It means purposefully seeking His face—in silence, undistracted from the demands of day-to-day life. We promise, when you make time for Him, the burdens of life will become more bearable.

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What if none of those work and I’m still feeling stressed and under pressure?

Friend, there is no one time fix for day-to-day stress. Each day, we must consciously choose to apply these biblical principles, and others like them, to hard circumstances… This is what walking by faith is really all about.

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”—2 Corinthians 5:7

Walking by faith, is all about making a daily decision to believe that God’s Word will prevail, that His promises will come to pass, and that we are more than conquerors through Christ Jesus.

“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.”—Romans 8:37

It is developing such an intimate relationship with the Lord that the old pressures and triggers that created havoc in our lives begin to fall away. It is because, by faith we know, and because He has proven to be faithful—He is… He really is!

We encourage you to seek out the principles of God. Begin to invite the Holy Spirit to speak to you about areas that need to be dealt with in your life, areas where the enemy has continuously devoured.

We challenge you to search it out for yourself. Find out what door is open and make this year the year that you decide you are committing fully to walking in the promises of God, even if that means laying down what you once thought was correct.

We love you here at Curt Landry Ministries. We have a group of prayer warriors who are standing by to pray with you in areas where you may lack understanding or feel overwhelmed. If you would like to schedule an appointment with one of these special prayer team members [CLICK HERE].

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