"But without faith it is impossible to please God." What a powerful statement. Without our faith in action, we don't please God. Let's face it, life is tough enough with all the trials and tribulations, but if we are to please God in the midst of our trials, we must have faith. "Faith is the evidance of things hoped for and the substance of things not seen."
My faith is increasing. I go on fasts and I pray. Currently I'm fighting to keep my house. Financial decisions I made years ago, didn't work out with the downturn of the housing market. But I have faith that God will rectify my situation through His divine power, because He loves me. He loves you too. He is the God of love.
So I have hope and I believe that God is blessing me in the midst of this huge trial. My marriage and family life is much stronger. If you are going through a trial, I suggest you go on an extended fast either a Danial fast or a water fast. The fast will be tough, but when you are through it, God will have broken strongholds in your life. He's done if for me.
A friend of mine said, "Without the trial, there is no testimony." I look forward to the testimony about how God has blessed me. Deuteronomy 28 says, "I am blessed in the city and I'm blessed in the country. Everything I put my hand to, shall prosper. I am the head and not the tail."
I can't wait to give my testimony of God's deliverance in my life!
If you are struggling, seek Him. He loves you and wants you to come to Him. If you want someone to talk to, send me a post and I'll dialogue with you.
God bless you,
Coach Pete
Friday, January 27, 2012
Thursday, August 18, 2011
The Power of Prayer!
Often times Jesus went into the mountains by Himself to pray. We are to follow His example and be prayer warriors for our families, our church, our community, and our nation. That's why I'm hosting Ramona's Evening of Prayer. It is a very important event in the lives of our community. I encourage anyone who is coming to pray to fast. My church is fasting this week. Fasting breaks down the strongholds and is good for your body.
Praying to God can be a wonderful time in our lives. The Heavenly Father delights when His children come to Him to pray and spend time with HIM.
Praying to God can be a wonderful time in our lives. The Heavenly Father delights when His children come to Him to pray and spend time with HIM.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Spirit Warriors, Rise Up!
Now more than ever we need to man our battle stations. The enemy is trying to take a generation of youth to hell for all eternity, but we can intercede. We can make a difference. You may think that you are small and insignifigant in this world, but in the spiritual dimension when you are linked with Jesus Christ, you can do great things. I'm just bold enough to think that every time we pray, God sends more angels into the fight against the forces of darkness to overcome the attack of the enemy.
And don't underestimate Satan. He has power, but Jesus Christ has defeated him 2,000 years ago and its through Him that we have the victory.
On September 3rd from 6-9PM we will be praying for our youth and for our nation. I hope you can join us at Ramona Oaks Park in Ramona, California for this blessed event!
And don't underestimate Satan. He has power, but Jesus Christ has defeated him 2,000 years ago and its through Him that we have the victory.
On September 3rd from 6-9PM we will be praying for our youth and for our nation. I hope you can join us at Ramona Oaks Park in Ramona, California for this blessed event!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Measure your words, spirit warrior
"Are you so lacking in understanding also? Do you not understand that whatever goes into the man from outside cannot defile him, because it goes not into his heart, but his stomach, and is eliminated. And He was saying, That which proceeds out of the man, that is what defiles the man. For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed the evil thoughts, fornications, thefts, murders, adulteries, deeds of coveting and wickedness, as well as deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride foolishness. All these evil things proceed from within and defile the man.
Have you ever listened to the words of others? Have you ever sat down and listened to your own words?
Are they uplifting? Do they encourage one another? Are you planting success in the lives of others?
Our words locate us. They tell us where our hearts live. What world are you abiding in? Are you abiding in the Word of God or the things and pleasures of this world? Do your words emulate the things of the Spirit?
Many times we don't take the time to compliment one another, to encourage. So much can happen when we pour out blessings from within. But these blessings have an origin. That starting point begins with what we are feeding our inner man.
If we are feeding our inner man with God's choice, His prime cut, it will be the Word of God. From that investement with the Lord, reading your Bible, praying, and being in His presence, God will deposit ideas on how you can be a friend to others who are struggling. The world's system, will not bless them. It will grind them up, use them, and then spit them out.
How many of you plan to be a blessing to someone else? It shouldn't be that around Christmas time we begin to think of others. We should be thinking of others, year round. Jesus said, "The greatest of you shall be a servant."
That's not a worldly thought. The world believes it should be served. It encourages you to be #1, but Jesus said just the opposite. If we have a steady diet of world TV, events, parties, then what comes out of us will be worldly thoughts and ideas. If we want to follow the Lord, spirit warrior, our inner beings need to be nourished with Him. "Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him and he with Me."
(Rev 3:20)
Have you ever listened to the words of others? Have you ever sat down and listened to your own words?
Are they uplifting? Do they encourage one another? Are you planting success in the lives of others?
Our words locate us. They tell us where our hearts live. What world are you abiding in? Are you abiding in the Word of God or the things and pleasures of this world? Do your words emulate the things of the Spirit?
Many times we don't take the time to compliment one another, to encourage. So much can happen when we pour out blessings from within. But these blessings have an origin. That starting point begins with what we are feeding our inner man.
If we are feeding our inner man with God's choice, His prime cut, it will be the Word of God. From that investement with the Lord, reading your Bible, praying, and being in His presence, God will deposit ideas on how you can be a friend to others who are struggling. The world's system, will not bless them. It will grind them up, use them, and then spit them out.
How many of you plan to be a blessing to someone else? It shouldn't be that around Christmas time we begin to think of others. We should be thinking of others, year round. Jesus said, "The greatest of you shall be a servant."
That's not a worldly thought. The world believes it should be served. It encourages you to be #1, but Jesus said just the opposite. If we have a steady diet of world TV, events, parties, then what comes out of us will be worldly thoughts and ideas. If we want to follow the Lord, spirit warrior, our inner beings need to be nourished with Him. "Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him and he with Me."
(Rev 3:20)
Monday, December 6, 2010
Sermon on the Mount - a spirit warrior's goal for living
The Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5:1-7:27 gives us the ultimate standard by which we should live our lives. I belive this is one of Jesus' most inspired sermons. Some people say this is a goal by which we should live and I agree, but others say it is unachievable. But the Bible also says we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.
Don't get me wrong, I try to live my life and do the best I can, but I miss the mark often times. I must tell you, though, if we don't have a goal in mind in the way we live our lives, we'll never be able to achieve the life God wants us to live. Hence, the Sermon on the Mount.
Over and over again, I read the Sermon and have tried to memorize it. I've got Chapter 5 down pretty good, but I keep going over it. One of the themes that I see, is that God wants us to be humble in heart. He doesn't want us to flaunt the things we've done in our lives. He wants us to keep quiet about the good we do for others.
This goes against our flesh and that can be a tough battle. It's just like fastening. The flesh wants to be fed, but when we do something for someone else, we are to keep it between us and God. Let God reward us openly.
At times that can be tough. We've given all that we have and there is no apparent reward - at this time.
The older I get the more I see God moving slowly in my life. He wants me to mature and trust in Him. If He moved quickly, I'd expect Him to do that all the time.
God knows what we need, when we need it. He's always on time. We tend to push things up on His schedule, but that's not how He operates.
The Sermon on the Mount is filled with opportunities to serve others. That too is not something people don't want to hear today. What's in it for me? That's something we've all asked.
Humility, preferring others over us, and trusting in the Lord is what Jesus wants us to do and the Sermon on the Mount is the way He wants it done.
I encourage you to study it, to memorize it. To be ready in season and out.
Don't get me wrong, I try to live my life and do the best I can, but I miss the mark often times. I must tell you, though, if we don't have a goal in mind in the way we live our lives, we'll never be able to achieve the life God wants us to live. Hence, the Sermon on the Mount.
Over and over again, I read the Sermon and have tried to memorize it. I've got Chapter 5 down pretty good, but I keep going over it. One of the themes that I see, is that God wants us to be humble in heart. He doesn't want us to flaunt the things we've done in our lives. He wants us to keep quiet about the good we do for others.
This goes against our flesh and that can be a tough battle. It's just like fastening. The flesh wants to be fed, but when we do something for someone else, we are to keep it between us and God. Let God reward us openly.
At times that can be tough. We've given all that we have and there is no apparent reward - at this time.
The older I get the more I see God moving slowly in my life. He wants me to mature and trust in Him. If He moved quickly, I'd expect Him to do that all the time.
God knows what we need, when we need it. He's always on time. We tend to push things up on His schedule, but that's not how He operates.
The Sermon on the Mount is filled with opportunities to serve others. That too is not something people don't want to hear today. What's in it for me? That's something we've all asked.
Humility, preferring others over us, and trusting in the Lord is what Jesus wants us to do and the Sermon on the Mount is the way He wants it done.
I encourage you to study it, to memorize it. To be ready in season and out.
Friday, December 3, 2010
The awesomeness of the Almighty
""Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind and said,...Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell if you have understanding. Who set its measurements? Since you know...Have you ever in your life commanded the morning? And caused the dawn to know its place...Have you entered into the springs of the sea or walked in the recesses of the deep?...Have you ever entered the storehouses of the snow, or have you seen the storehouses of the hail?...Do you know the time the moutain goats give birth? Do you observe the calving of the deer?...Do you give the horse his might? Do you clothe his neck and a mane? Do you make him leap like the locust? His majestic snorting is terrible. He paws the valley, and rejoices in his strength...Is it by your understanding that the hawk soars,stretching his wings toward the north? Is it at your command that the eagle mounts up and makes his nest on high? (Job 38:1-40:4)
I love these poetic lines in Job. They excite the depths of my heart. They tell of the majesty and concern of the Almighty. I also love Job's sober response:"Behold, I am insignificant; what can I reply to you?
I always enjoy reading God's reply to Job, but today I enjoyed Job's answer. I sat there and pondered the greatest of the Creator our Lord and Savior. He created this whole universe for us! He wants us to trust Him during the trials of our lives. Most of the time, we don't know what God is doing during these trials, but I do know one thing - He is building us through the trials for His purpose.
I've gone through some tough times during my marriage, but I haven't given up. My family constantly stretches me, my time, my assets, my every drop of life. In my car on the way to work, I've yelled and cried out to Him.
If we are going to be the spirit warriors that God has created us to be, we will be stretched. During this last year, I've fasted more, prayed more, and gave more to the kingdom. I've seen God move on my behalf and in the past I used to fret about things, money, time. I try not to anymore, because I feel a deeper trust in Him. Reading Job encourages my trust in Him. God is no respector of persons and He will do for me what He's done for Job.
Now when I face troubles, I still have to fight a knee jerk reaction, but I'm more confident that God will bless my life and provide an opportunity for His success in my life. Spirit warrior, trust in Him with a humble heart and He will guide your life.
"Who then is he that can stand before Me? Who has given to Me that I should repay?
Then Job answered the Lord and said, I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of Yours can be thwarted. Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge? Therefore I have declared that which I did not understand, things too wonderful for me, which I did not know...Therefore I retract and I repent in dust and ashes." (Job42:1-6)
Ultimately, spirit warrior, that should be our position on life's trials, "Therefore I retract, and I repent in dust and ashes."
I love these poetic lines in Job. They excite the depths of my heart. They tell of the majesty and concern of the Almighty. I also love Job's sober response:"Behold, I am insignificant; what can I reply to you?
I always enjoy reading God's reply to Job, but today I enjoyed Job's answer. I sat there and pondered the greatest of the Creator our Lord and Savior. He created this whole universe for us! He wants us to trust Him during the trials of our lives. Most of the time, we don't know what God is doing during these trials, but I do know one thing - He is building us through the trials for His purpose.
I've gone through some tough times during my marriage, but I haven't given up. My family constantly stretches me, my time, my assets, my every drop of life. In my car on the way to work, I've yelled and cried out to Him.
If we are going to be the spirit warriors that God has created us to be, we will be stretched. During this last year, I've fasted more, prayed more, and gave more to the kingdom. I've seen God move on my behalf and in the past I used to fret about things, money, time. I try not to anymore, because I feel a deeper trust in Him. Reading Job encourages my trust in Him. God is no respector of persons and He will do for me what He's done for Job.
Now when I face troubles, I still have to fight a knee jerk reaction, but I'm more confident that God will bless my life and provide an opportunity for His success in my life. Spirit warrior, trust in Him with a humble heart and He will guide your life.
"Who then is he that can stand before Me? Who has given to Me that I should repay?
Then Job answered the Lord and said, I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of Yours can be thwarted. Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge? Therefore I have declared that which I did not understand, things too wonderful for me, which I did not know...Therefore I retract and I repent in dust and ashes." (Job42:1-6)
Ultimately, spirit warrior, that should be our position on life's trials, "Therefore I retract, and I repent in dust and ashes."
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Be ready spirit warrior
z"Be dressed in readiness, and keep your lamps lit. Be like men who are waiting for their master when he returns from the wedding feast, so that they may immediately open the door to him when he comes and knocks."(Luke 12:35-36)
We don't know when our Master will return, but if our hearts aren't ready, dressed in readiness, we'll miss Him. Many in the church aren't spending more than a moment with Him each day. That's not good. Jesus can come at any moment and if our relationship isn't hot, we'll miss Him.
Oh some may say, "I've heard this before and He hasn't come. There's plenty of time."
No one knows the time of our Master's return, but we need to be prepared at any moment. He should find us waiting at the door welcoming Him to come in.
Things will get tough at times and we might find ourselves walking along a distant path from our Lord, but like the prodical son, Jesus is willing to welcome us back, if we will repent of our sins. He's very kind, the most faithful person we'll ever know.
Some people don't want to leave their sin behind and move forward with Him. Sin, however, is croaching at the door. We have a choice. We can either open the door to our King, or open the door to the forces of evil. There is no in-between.
So be ready to meet the King. Be ready whatever the season. Don't let these holidays be the only time you go to church or open the family Bible. Being ready, means we love to read the Word, to pray, and to be in the gathering of the brethern.
We don't know when our Master will return, but if our hearts aren't ready, dressed in readiness, we'll miss Him. Many in the church aren't spending more than a moment with Him each day. That's not good. Jesus can come at any moment and if our relationship isn't hot, we'll miss Him.
Oh some may say, "I've heard this before and He hasn't come. There's plenty of time."
No one knows the time of our Master's return, but we need to be prepared at any moment. He should find us waiting at the door welcoming Him to come in.
Things will get tough at times and we might find ourselves walking along a distant path from our Lord, but like the prodical son, Jesus is willing to welcome us back, if we will repent of our sins. He's very kind, the most faithful person we'll ever know.
Some people don't want to leave their sin behind and move forward with Him. Sin, however, is croaching at the door. We have a choice. We can either open the door to our King, or open the door to the forces of evil. There is no in-between.
So be ready to meet the King. Be ready whatever the season. Don't let these holidays be the only time you go to church or open the family Bible. Being ready, means we love to read the Word, to pray, and to be in the gathering of the brethern.
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