8/26/12
Hal Lindsey Report (8-24-12): The Dry Bones, "A Cancerous Tumor," "Never Again," Promises to Keep
From Hal Lindsey Media Ministries e-Newsletter, august 24, 2012. To subscribe go to the official Hal Lindsey Media Ministry website at: http://www.hallindsey.com/
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One of the central themes of Bible prophecy for the last days is the fate of the tiny nation of Israel. The Bible says that it will be restored to its ancestral home with its national identity, language, peculiar dietary laws, and unique religious practices intact.
Against all odds, the Jews have been restored to the land of their fathers. They have all the trappings of a nation, yet the Muslim world does not accept them as a nation. From the moment of their restoration, their Muslim neighbors began plotting the Jews' annihilation.
Several times, the surrounding Arab nations attacked tiny Israel, only to be defeated and lose territory in the process.
But it's critical to understand that it's not just the state of Israel that her enemies seek to destroy. Many of them advocate nothing less than the genocide of the Jewish race.
In fact, not since the era of Adolf Hitler and the Nazis, has the rhetoric against the Jews been so incendiary.
Of course, Iran is leading the way. Most of us are familiar with the calls by Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, Iran's President, and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, its Supreme Leader, for Israel to be wiped from the map. Most recently, that dynamic duo has been referring to the Jewish state as a "cancerous tumor" and "a fake Zionist outgrowth." Various other Ayatollahs and Iranian military commanders are publicly echoing those disgusting terms and calling for Israel's utter annihilation.
Though the United Nations meekly condemns the rhetoric as "shameful" and "hateful," it does nothing about stopping it, despite the fact that the UN itself officially labels "incitement to genocide" as a "crime against humanity." (In fact, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has decided to travel to Tehran and hobnob with some of the world's most abusive dictators and regimes at next week's summit of non-aligned nations. Apparently that "moral authority" and "walking the walk" stuff is considered overrated in international diplomatic circles, anyway.)
This steady stream of genocidal invective has flowed from Tehran and its allies for decades, but it has been ratcheted up since 2001. In fact, the Iranians and their proxies have become more blatant about their intentions to annihilate the Jews than was Hitler!
You know, one of Israel's foundational principles is the motto: "Never again." Simply put, this means that, based on their past experiences with the world sitting idly by as first one tyrant, then another, tries to exterminate them, the Jews have decided that "never again" will they trust their survival to global goodwill.
Bible prophecy tells us there will be one more pan-Arab attempt to eliminate the state of Israel and the Jewish race. We know that one of the attacking factions will be led by Iran and Russia. At this moment, it appears that Iran and Israel, which intends to defend itself against Iranian threats of nuclear attack, are on a collision course. And I suspect that collision will happen sooner, rather than later. Yet prophecy tells us that both Iran and Israel will still be here when Armageddon breaks out.
This week, I'm going to scoot out on a limb and tell you what I suspect might happen to slow down the plunge toward that eventual climactic confrontation.
Also, when we look at all the chaos, uncertainty, danger, and sheer insanity that surrounds us daily, it's easy to become overwhelmed and discouraged. In those times, we all need to resort to the "Christian's Standard Operating Procedure." These are steps to be employed in times of crises, stress, and distress. In fact, it would be wise for each of us to employ the Christian's S.O.P. every day of our lives. I promise you, it will make a difference in your walk with God.
Don't miss this week's Report on TBN, Daystar, Inspiration Network, CPM Network, various local stations, www.hallindsey.com or www.hischannel.com. Please check your local listings.
God Bless,
Hal Lindsey
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Jack Van Impe Presents (08-25-2012) #1235
(c) J.V.I. Ministries - http://www.jvim.com/ - Jack Van Impe Presents #1235 (2012-08-25)
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Will islam rule the world?
iran's nuclear program designed to finish of Israel...
Jerusalem will be Muslim forever...
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8/22/12
Unconditional (New Movie Trailer)
New movie coming to theaters September 21st. Check at the official website for the movie to see if it's coming to a theater near you: http://unconditionalthemovie.com/theaters
About the movie: Samantha Crawford (Lynn Collins), an acclaimed storybook artist, seemingly had it all until losing the love she cherished most. Now fighting despair, she is obsessed with tracking down the murderer of her husband. With no leads and no hope, Sam prepares to take her life until providence intervenes and she is reunited with her childhood friend, Joe Bradford (Michael Ealy).
Dying of kidney disease, Joe spends his last days serving fatherless children in an under resourced community. Observing Papa Joe's tireless love for "his kids", Sam begins to find new purpose until she comes face to face with her heart's desire. The innocence and hope of a child competes with the lure of revenge in an effort to show Sam... Even in life's darkest of circumstances, Love is above all.
Last Ounce of Courage (New Movie Trailer)
Releasing to theaters September 14th. http://www.standusa.com/last-ounce-of-courage/
"Last Ounce of Courage," is an intergenerational story of a grieving father inspired by his grandson to take a stand for faith and freedom against a tide of apathy and vanishing liberty. Against a backdrop of military conflict abroad and domestic wars against freedom, a highly-decorated combat veteran is reminded that we best honor our fallen heroes by not holding too loosely what they gave their all to defend. Alongside fellow citizens of courage, faith and integrity, he champions the cherished principles we the people hold dear.
Starring Marshall Teague ("Roadhouse," "The Rock" and "Armageddon") as small-town mayor Bob Revere, "Last Ounce of Courage" uses the vehicle of a public religious display to ignite a spark and lights a fire under a community that honors its American values, but has tired of fighting the "American Civil Liberties Organization" (ACLO) over the very rights guaranteed them by the Constitution. Former NFL great Fred Williamson ("Black Caesar") ably plays the villain in the film as the head of the ACLO.
Encouraged by his grandson, played by Hunter Gomez ("National Treasure"), and his wife Dottie, played by Academy Award nominee Jennifer O‟Neill ("Summer of ‟42"), Bob finally takes a stand for his beliefs and revives his townspeople‟s latent patriotism. Leading the younger generation to join in and make a difference is Bob‟s young neighbor, Maddie Rogers, played by Jenna Boyd ("Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants"), who comically hijacks the town‟s annual generic school pageant.
The film is being produced by Veritas Entertainment, under the leadership of Kevin McAfee ("Beyond the Gates of Splendor," "The End of the Spear") and Steve Griffin (former CEO at Nest Entertainment and EMI/Chordant), both of whom have a passion for creating and reaching audiences with entertainment products centered around the character values that undergird family, faith and freedom.
http://www.standusa.com/last-ounce-of-courage/
8/18/12
Hal Lindsey Report (8-17-12): Called to "Watch," the Blessed Hope, the Gift of God
From Hal Lindsey Media Ministries e-Newsletter, august 17, 2012. To subscribe go to the official Hal Lindsey Media Ministry website at: http://www.hallindsey.com/
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When the Lord called me to the prophetic ministry many decades ago, I knew that while the "big news" was the Good News, it would be carried in on ever-increasing waves of bad news.********************************************************************************
The "big news" is that Jesus Christ is coming back and He's coming back soon. I believe that the Bible indicates that many of those of the generation that saw Israel become a nation in 1948 will still be alive at the coming of the Lord. That's the Good News.
But I've reached the conclusion that we're in the final days of the Church Age by watching the onrush of the "signs of the times" as detailed by Jesus Himself -- all of which are "bad news" events. Of course, these include things like earthquakes, famines, plagues, global weather pattern changes, ethnic strife, hot wars, cold wars, and the global rejection of Biblical truth.
But unfolding Bible prophecy is not all "doom and gloom." It's a little like having major surgery. You know it's necessary and when it's over you'll be much better off, but, still, you know it's going to hurt. We know that what awaits the child of God on the other side of this life will be worth all of the sacrifice and discomfort that is hurtling toward us.
Because time is short and there is so much to lose, God called "watchmen" to sit on the wall, as it were, watch for approaching danger, and, when they spot it, sound the alarm to warn the oblivious townsmen, the blissfully ignorant.
There is a special crown -- or reward -- promised to those who answer the calling and faithfully warn those around them that, according to the "signs of the times," Jesus Christ's return is fast approaching.
I know that many of you are called of God to be "watchmen" in these last days. Don't make light of that burden you carry. It's important that the blissfully ignorant hear and are stirred from their apathy. It may not be pleasant to sometimes be considered the bearer of bad tidings. It may be frustrating, even frightening, but God knew you could handle it. That's why He called you.
Be like Moses, whom God said chose to "endure ill-treatment" because he considered the "reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt; for he was looking to the reward." (Hebrews 11:24-26)
And what is it that the Church -- or all true believers -- is watching and preparing for? The "Blessed Hope" that the Apostle Paul describes in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. Someday soon, Jesus Christ is going to leave heaven and call for those who are watching for His return to leave this earth and meet Him in the air. This even includes those who have died during this Church Age.
According to Paul, when Christ calls us, those believers who have died will be resurrected and those of us still alive will be instantly transformed from mortal to immortal. We'll all join Him in the air between heaven and earth and be swept into heaven with our Savior.
Those who are left behind will be the ones who experience the "Day of the Lord," which begins with the great Tribulation. You don't want anyone you know or love to be in that number. And God doesn't, either. That's why He needs you to sound the alarm as a "watchman."
And how do you make certain you're ready to experience the "Blessed Hope" and miss the "Day of the Lord?" Simple.
Recognize that you're a sinner who has fallen short of the standard that God has set. (Every human being has!) Confess your sinfulness and ask God to forgive you. Accept the free gift of pardon that Jesus Christ purchased for you with His atoning death on the Cross. Believe God's promise ("...whosoever believes in Him shall not die but have everlasting life." - John 3:16) and receive His pardon in your heart. Then ask God to make of you what He wants you to be. Thank Him for giving you eternal life with Him.
You are now a part of God's forever family and have just changed your eternal destiny. Now, you are one of those watching for the "Blessed Hope."
Don't miss this week's Report on TBN, Daystar, Inspiration Network, CPM Network, various local stations, www.hallindsey.com or www.hischannel.com. Please check your local listings.
God Bless,
Hal Lindsey
(Blog Disclaimer: I own nothing. All information from Hal Lindsey Media Ministries. Re-posted here for informative purposes only. Video uploaded to YouTube by OmniChristianVids3.)
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8/17/12
Charlie Brown & The Saints - I Really Love You Lord - Gospel
Gospel Experience - (Re)Discover the Gospel greatest songs
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Voice of the Martyrs Prayer Update for week of august 17, 2012: Please pray for these suffering and persecuted Christians
"Prayer is the pulse of life; by it the doctor can tell what is the condition of the heart. The sin of prayerlessness is a proof for the ordinary Christian or minister that the life of God in the soul is in deadly sickness and weakness." - Andrew Murray
"praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints" - Ephesians 6:18
Nigeria--Gunmen Kill 19 in Kogi State
Sources: Release International, BBC News
Philippians 4:19-20
Gunmen attacked an evangelical church in central Nigeria on Monday, Aug. 6, killing at least 19 people, including the pastor. The attackers cut off power to the Deeper Life Bible Church in Otite, near the town of Okene, Kogi state, and surrounded the building to block the congregation's escape. They then entered the building and fired at worshipers for about 20 minutes. At least 15 people died at the scene, four died later from gunshot wounds and many others were wounded. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, but many believe the Islamist group Boko Haram was involved. Kogi state, which is south of Abuja, had not previously suffered attacks by Muslim extremists. Pray that Christians in Nigeria will respond to their persecutors in a way that glorifies God and that they will see God meet their needs.
Tanzania--Christian Teen Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
Source: VOM Contacts
2 Peter 1:2-4
A teenager in Tanzania was sentenced to two years in prison recently after being accused of desecrating the Quran. Eva Abdullah, 17, converted from Islam to Christianity three years ago. Her parents disowned her after her conversion, and a group of radicals in her hometown of Bagamoyo tried to persuade her to renounce her Christian faith. When she refused, they falsely accused her of urinating on a Quran. Many Christian leaders were afraid to defend Eva because of Muslim dominance in the district. On July 26, Eva was sentenced to two years in prison by a judge who was allegedly bribed by the Islamic militants. Although Tanzania is not on VOM's list of hostile and restricted areas, our contacts report increased hostility toward Christians because of radical Islamic influences. Pray that God will strengthen Eva's faith no matter the circumstances.
Azerbaijan--Update: Church's Appeal Rejected
Source: Forum 18 News
John 14:27
The Baku Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's decision to liquidate the Greater Grace Protestant Church and ban its activity. A panel of three judges rejected the church's appeal on July 31, and church members are already preparing an appeal to Azerbaijan's Supreme Court. Although Greater Grace has been registered with the Justice Ministry since 1993, the State Committee lodged a liquidation suit against the church in December 2011, arguing that the church had failed to re-register after changes to the religion law in 2009. Only six registration applications have been approved by the State Committee in Baku in 2012. In addition, Azerbaijan's parliament has passed an amendment requiring religious materials to have a state-issued verification mark before the materials can be sold. Those selling religious materials -- whether electronic or hard copy print, audio or video products -- without the verification mark may face fines and confiscation of the materials. Pray that the members of Greater Grace will find a way to worship no matter what the court decides.
Myanmar (Burma)
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"praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints" - Ephesians 6:18
Nigeria--Gunmen Kill 19 in Kogi State
Sources: Release International, BBC News
Philippians 4:19-20
Gunmen attacked an evangelical church in central Nigeria on Monday, Aug. 6, killing at least 19 people, including the pastor. The attackers cut off power to the Deeper Life Bible Church in Otite, near the town of Okene, Kogi state, and surrounded the building to block the congregation's escape. They then entered the building and fired at worshipers for about 20 minutes. At least 15 people died at the scene, four died later from gunshot wounds and many others were wounded. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, but many believe the Islamist group Boko Haram was involved. Kogi state, which is south of Abuja, had not previously suffered attacks by Muslim extremists. Pray that Christians in Nigeria will respond to their persecutors in a way that glorifies God and that they will see God meet their needs.
Tanzania--Christian Teen Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
Source: VOM Contacts
2 Peter 1:2-4
A teenager in Tanzania was sentenced to two years in prison recently after being accused of desecrating the Quran. Eva Abdullah, 17, converted from Islam to Christianity three years ago. Her parents disowned her after her conversion, and a group of radicals in her hometown of Bagamoyo tried to persuade her to renounce her Christian faith. When she refused, they falsely accused her of urinating on a Quran. Many Christian leaders were afraid to defend Eva because of Muslim dominance in the district. On July 26, Eva was sentenced to two years in prison by a judge who was allegedly bribed by the Islamic militants. Although Tanzania is not on VOM's list of hostile and restricted areas, our contacts report increased hostility toward Christians because of radical Islamic influences. Pray that God will strengthen Eva's faith no matter the circumstances.
Azerbaijan--Update: Church's Appeal Rejected
Source: Forum 18 News
John 14:27
The Baku Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's decision to liquidate the Greater Grace Protestant Church and ban its activity. A panel of three judges rejected the church's appeal on July 31, and church members are already preparing an appeal to Azerbaijan's Supreme Court. Although Greater Grace has been registered with the Justice Ministry since 1993, the State Committee lodged a liquidation suit against the church in December 2011, arguing that the church had failed to re-register after changes to the religion law in 2009. Only six registration applications have been approved by the State Committee in Baku in 2012. In addition, Azerbaijan's parliament has passed an amendment requiring religious materials to have a state-issued verification mark before the materials can be sold. Those selling religious materials -- whether electronic or hard copy print, audio or video products -- without the verification mark may face fines and confiscation of the materials. Pray that the members of Greater Grace will find a way to worship no matter what the court decides.
Myanmar (Burma)
VOM Project
Pray for those involved in training a group of indigenous missionaries who are working in difficult tribal areas. The missionaries will be trained in evangelism, church planting and discipleship.
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Voice of the Martyrs PrisonerAlert Update: Yang Rongli
Updated June 2012: Pastor Yang Rongli of the Linfen house church in Linfen, China remains in prison. Yang Rongli was the teaching pastor, while her husband Wang Xiaoguang was the head pastor. She sentenced to seven years in prison for her leadership of the technically illegal church. Yang's sister-in-law, Yang Caizhen, was released from prison last year. Continue to pray for Yang Rongli, her family, and for the church as they function without many of their leaders. www.prisoneralert.com
Location: China
Arrested: November 2009
Days Imprisoned: 996
Print Fact Sheet
On Nov. 25, 2009, Pastor Yang Rongli and four other Linfen-Fushan church leaders from Shanxi Province were sentenced to criminal detention for two to seven years, according to China Aid Association. The five church leaders were accused of "gathering people to disturb the public order," because they organized a prayer rally on Sept. 14, the day after 400 military police raided the church's grounds. During the raid, more than 30 believers were seriously wounded and 17 buildings were destroyed.
Release Date
Yang Rongli is scheduled to be released in 2017.
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Voice of the Martyrs Prayer Update for week of august 10, 2012: Please pray for these suffering and persecuted Christians
"Prayer is the pulse of life; by it the doctor can tell what is the condition of the heart. The sin of prayerlessness is a proof for the ordinary Christian or minister that the life of God in the soul is in deadly sickness and weakness." - Andrew Murray
"praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints" - Ephesians 6:18
Laos--Officials Harass Two Hmong Churches
Source: VOM Contacts
Exodus 10:27-28
Officials in Laos have threatened members of two Hmong churches with expulsion from their villages and seizure of their property if they don't stop worshiping God. But a Hmong pastor in the area is encouraging the believers to stand firm in their faith. The church leader's own church has dwindled from 10 families to only five after officials revoked the Christians' residency permits in 2008. Without the permits, the Christians can't prove their Lao citizenship and their children can't attend school. When the pastor heard that a nearby church was facing similar threats, he immediately went to encourage the church members; other pastors had stayed away out of fear. The Christians are very sad and worried, and they aren't sure what will happen next. Pray for the members of these two churches and for the pastor who is encouraging them. Pray also that the officials' hearts will be softened toward God's people.
Syria--Prayers and Bread Needed
Source: VOM Contacts
Psalm 69
A Syrian pastor wrote to tell us how encouraged he was to learn that many people are praying for Syria. He said his city still has electricity and water despite the continued fighting there. "The city is still closed, and hills of rubbish are spread everywhere," he wrote. "As for bakeries, few are open, but hundreds of people are waiting their turn and fighting for bread." It takes between five and 10 hours to get bread. The pastor wrote that one of his church members gave him several loaves as a gift. "You can imagine the gifts we are giving each other these days!" he wrote. His church has been meeting regularly, spending the entire service in prayer. "One of the very tragic situations is seeing people with some of their stuff on the sidewalks ... wondering what to do or where to go because they lost their houses or ran away because of the fights," he wrote. "Please keep praying for us."
Pakistan--Christian Nurses Poisoned for Allegedly Breaking Fast
Sources: VOM Contacts, Hindustan Times, Pakistan Today, www.christiansinpakistan.com
Matthew 9:35-36
Eleven nurses were poisoned on Sunday, July 29, apparently for breaking the Ramadan fast. At least five of the nurses were reported to be in serious condition. Local Christians said the nurses were poisoned for drinking tea during the month of Ramadan, which Muslims set aside for fasting. The eleven trainee nurses, who live together at a hostel near the Civil Hospital in Karachi, were studying on the evening of July 29, when one of the women decided to make tea for the group in a common kitchen. After drinking the tea, all of them began to vomit and were rushed to the emergency room. According to VOM contacts, someone had been observing the nurses for the previous four days and poisoned them for breaking the Ramadan fast. Christian leaders in Pakistan are calling for a full investigation, while several hospital officials have denied that the poisonings could have anything to do with Ramadan.
Middle East--VOM Project
Pray for an imprisoned house church leader in one of the world's most restricted countries. VOM is helping provide him medical aid in prison.
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"praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints" - Ephesians 6:18
Laos--Officials Harass Two Hmong Churches
Source: VOM Contacts
Exodus 10:27-28
Officials in Laos have threatened members of two Hmong churches with expulsion from their villages and seizure of their property if they don't stop worshiping God. But a Hmong pastor in the area is encouraging the believers to stand firm in their faith. The church leader's own church has dwindled from 10 families to only five after officials revoked the Christians' residency permits in 2008. Without the permits, the Christians can't prove their Lao citizenship and their children can't attend school. When the pastor heard that a nearby church was facing similar threats, he immediately went to encourage the church members; other pastors had stayed away out of fear. The Christians are very sad and worried, and they aren't sure what will happen next. Pray for the members of these two churches and for the pastor who is encouraging them. Pray also that the officials' hearts will be softened toward God's people.
Syria--Prayers and Bread Needed
Source: VOM Contacts
Psalm 69
A Syrian pastor wrote to tell us how encouraged he was to learn that many people are praying for Syria. He said his city still has electricity and water despite the continued fighting there. "The city is still closed, and hills of rubbish are spread everywhere," he wrote. "As for bakeries, few are open, but hundreds of people are waiting their turn and fighting for bread." It takes between five and 10 hours to get bread. The pastor wrote that one of his church members gave him several loaves as a gift. "You can imagine the gifts we are giving each other these days!" he wrote. His church has been meeting regularly, spending the entire service in prayer. "One of the very tragic situations is seeing people with some of their stuff on the sidewalks ... wondering what to do or where to go because they lost their houses or ran away because of the fights," he wrote. "Please keep praying for us."
Pakistan--Christian Nurses Poisoned for Allegedly Breaking Fast
Sources: VOM Contacts, Hindustan Times, Pakistan Today, www.christiansinpakistan.com
Matthew 9:35-36
Eleven nurses were poisoned on Sunday, July 29, apparently for breaking the Ramadan fast. At least five of the nurses were reported to be in serious condition. Local Christians said the nurses were poisoned for drinking tea during the month of Ramadan, which Muslims set aside for fasting. The eleven trainee nurses, who live together at a hostel near the Civil Hospital in Karachi, were studying on the evening of July 29, when one of the women decided to make tea for the group in a common kitchen. After drinking the tea, all of them began to vomit and were rushed to the emergency room. According to VOM contacts, someone had been observing the nurses for the previous four days and poisoned them for breaking the Ramadan fast. Christian leaders in Pakistan are calling for a full investigation, while several hospital officials have denied that the poisonings could have anything to do with Ramadan.
Middle East--VOM Project
Pray for an imprisoned house church leader in one of the world's most restricted countries. VOM is helping provide him medical aid in prison.
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Digital versions of our books are available on the Amazon.com Kindle and Barnes & Noble NOOK bookstores: search for Living Sacrifice Book Company.
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Voice of the Martyrs Prayer Update for week of august 3, 2012: Please pray for these suffering and persecuted Christians
Iraq--Violence Increasing in Iraq
Sources: VOM Contacts, BBC News
Psalm 23:4
At least 107 people were killed in the Baghdad area on July 23 in a wave of coordinated bombings and shootings. Of the 19 towns affected, the worst hit was a Sunni neighborhood in which 41 people were killed. The attacks are thought to be the work of al-Qaida. "It has been a terrible day here in Baghdad," said a VOM contact. "None of our people have been killed as far as we know, but there have been severe injuries. We are just trying to see how we can help people. We do not know how much worse it will get." Sectarian violence is on the rise in Iraq amid growing political tensions. At least 237 people were killed during the month of June. "There have been further threats sent to us as Christians today," the VOM contact said. "Thank you for your prayers. We need them." Pray for Iraqi Christians as they walk through the valley of the shadow of death.
Iran--Concerns Grow for Imprisoned Pastor
Sources: Present Truth Ministries, Christian Solidarity Worldwide, Release International
Matthew 4:24
Imprisoned Iranian pastor Behnam Irani is gravely ill as a result of harsh treatment that he has endured in Karaj's Ghezel Hesar Prison. The 41-year-old pastor, who leads the Church of Iran in Karaj, was convicted of crimes against humanity in January 2011 and sentenced to six years in prison. He reportedly has been beaten regularly by cellmates and prison authorities, and conditions in the prison have been difficult for him. Pastor Irani temporarily lost consciousness recently, and his health is said to be declining steadily. He suffers from a bleeding ulcer and colon complications, and he also has poor eyesight and trouble walking. His family fears that he may not survive much longer. According to reports, he was arrested while conducting a Bible study for young men who had recently become Christians. Pastor Irani, who has a wife and two children, had been arrested twice before in connection with house church activities. Pray for Pastor Irani's family, and pray that he will be healed so he can continue his outreach.
Uzbekistan--Believer Charged for Teaching Religion
Source: VOM Contacts
Matthew 5:16
A believer from Fergana faces up to three years in prison on a charge of illegally teaching religion. Yelena Kim was accused of violating the procedure for teaching religious doctrine after police and government officials raided her house church during an April 29 Sunday service. Although Yelena was in a different city at the time of the raid, she owns the home where the church meets for services. In a subsequent raid on her home, authorities seized printed materials, music, a photocopier and Bibles. Officials also filed complaints against her husband, Eduard Kim, and church member Losif Skaev. The two men will be called as witnesses against Yelena during her trial. When a judge asked Eduard who led the church and who taught the faith to those who join, Eduard replied, "The leader is Jesus Christ, and all the church members testify to others about God." Yelena Kim has been fined for similar charges in the past. Pray that Yelena will be acquitted and that the church will be a shining light that draws others to Jesus.
Asia--VOM Project
Pray for six children in a VOM-supported safe house. Five of the children are sons and daughters of tribal Christian families, and one child was expelled from her house by her unbelieving family. The children will attend school while living at the safe house.
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Sources: VOM Contacts, BBC News
Psalm 23:4
At least 107 people were killed in the Baghdad area on July 23 in a wave of coordinated bombings and shootings. Of the 19 towns affected, the worst hit was a Sunni neighborhood in which 41 people were killed. The attacks are thought to be the work of al-Qaida. "It has been a terrible day here in Baghdad," said a VOM contact. "None of our people have been killed as far as we know, but there have been severe injuries. We are just trying to see how we can help people. We do not know how much worse it will get." Sectarian violence is on the rise in Iraq amid growing political tensions. At least 237 people were killed during the month of June. "There have been further threats sent to us as Christians today," the VOM contact said. "Thank you for your prayers. We need them." Pray for Iraqi Christians as they walk through the valley of the shadow of death.
Iran--Concerns Grow for Imprisoned Pastor
Sources: Present Truth Ministries, Christian Solidarity Worldwide, Release International
Matthew 4:24
Imprisoned Iranian pastor Behnam Irani is gravely ill as a result of harsh treatment that he has endured in Karaj's Ghezel Hesar Prison. The 41-year-old pastor, who leads the Church of Iran in Karaj, was convicted of crimes against humanity in January 2011 and sentenced to six years in prison. He reportedly has been beaten regularly by cellmates and prison authorities, and conditions in the prison have been difficult for him. Pastor Irani temporarily lost consciousness recently, and his health is said to be declining steadily. He suffers from a bleeding ulcer and colon complications, and he also has poor eyesight and trouble walking. His family fears that he may not survive much longer. According to reports, he was arrested while conducting a Bible study for young men who had recently become Christians. Pastor Irani, who has a wife and two children, had been arrested twice before in connection with house church activities. Pray for Pastor Irani's family, and pray that he will be healed so he can continue his outreach.
Uzbekistan--Believer Charged for Teaching Religion
Source: VOM Contacts
Matthew 5:16
A believer from Fergana faces up to three years in prison on a charge of illegally teaching religion. Yelena Kim was accused of violating the procedure for teaching religious doctrine after police and government officials raided her house church during an April 29 Sunday service. Although Yelena was in a different city at the time of the raid, she owns the home where the church meets for services. In a subsequent raid on her home, authorities seized printed materials, music, a photocopier and Bibles. Officials also filed complaints against her husband, Eduard Kim, and church member Losif Skaev. The two men will be called as witnesses against Yelena during her trial. When a judge asked Eduard who led the church and who taught the faith to those who join, Eduard replied, "The leader is Jesus Christ, and all the church members testify to others about God." Yelena Kim has been fined for similar charges in the past. Pray that Yelena will be acquitted and that the church will be a shining light that draws others to Jesus.
Asia--VOM Project
Pray for six children in a VOM-supported safe house. Five of the children are sons and daughters of tribal Christian families, and one child was expelled from her house by her unbelieving family. The children will attend school while living at the safe house.
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserve
© 2012 The Voice of the Martyrs
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(All information from Voice of the Martyrs. I own nothing. Re-posted here for informative purposes only.)
Voice of the Martyrs Prayer Update for week of july 27, 2012: Please pray for these suffering and persecuted Christians
Tanzania--Church Undaunted After Two Attacks
VOM Contacts
Revelation 2:10
An Assemblies of God church on Zanzibar island continues to meet for worship and reach out to the community after suffering two attacks this year. In May, a mob of 300 broke into the church and burned musical instruments, chairs and the pulpit. The church's leader hid in his office, just off the sanctuary, during the attack. Just months earlier, radical Muslims threw a large homemade bomb into the church as 500 believers celebrated the New Year. The bomb did not detonate, but police experts said it could have destroyed the entire building and killed most of those inside if it had exploded. Despite these repeated attacks, the church continues to function effectively and would like to expand its training activities. Pray for the church's pastor, and pray that the congregation will remain faithful as they endure persecution.
Iran--House Church Leader Released from Prison
Mohabat News
2 Timothy 4:16-18
An Iranian house church leader arrested more than a year and a half ago was released on July 16, 2012. Noorollah Qabitizade, 48, was interrogated repeatedly and spent time in solitary confinement during his imprisonment. Qabitizade was arrested Dec. 24, 2010, along with 10 other Christian converts who had gathered for a Christmas Eve celebration at a home in Dezful. More than 60 Christians were arrested during the 2010 Christmas season. Officials tried to persuade Qabitizade to abandon his Christian faith, subjecting him to continual interrogation and torture. He was asked to sign a document stating that he would stop evangelizing and was asked to write a letter denouncing Christianity, but Qabitizade refused. During his trial in September 2011, he was again given an opportunity to renounce his faith. Thank the Lord that Noorollah Qabitizade was released, and pray for him and his family as he recovers.
North Korea--Gospel Balloons Released into North Korea
VOM Contacts
1 Thessalonians 5:24
On July 5, four North Korean defectors now living in South Korea joined a VOM partner to release 10 gospel balloons into North Korea. The North Korean believers hope the balloons and their cargo will reach their hometowns in North Korea and spread the Good News of Jesus Christ there. Launching these balloons is a tangible way for North Koreans now living in South Korea to reach out to their homeland. The four North Korean Christians wrote their testimonies and included them among the 45,000 flyers delivered by the balloons. This was the fifth balloon launch by the VOM partner this year. Pray that the gospel messages carried by the balloons will bring hope to those who read them. Also pray that North Korea's new leader will bring about positive reform and grant more freedom to North Korean Christians.
Turkey--VOM Project
Pray for a church that authorities have tried to shut down in a hostile part of Turkey. The church has suffered three firebomb attacks, and the pastor has received death threats. VOM supports the church and its pastor, who evangelizes in the city and surrounding areas.
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserve
© 2012 The Voice of the Martyrs
www.persecution.com
(All information from Voice of the Martyrs. I own nothing. Re-posted here for informative purposes only.)
VOM Contacts
Revelation 2:10
An Assemblies of God church on Zanzibar island continues to meet for worship and reach out to the community after suffering two attacks this year. In May, a mob of 300 broke into the church and burned musical instruments, chairs and the pulpit. The church's leader hid in his office, just off the sanctuary, during the attack. Just months earlier, radical Muslims threw a large homemade bomb into the church as 500 believers celebrated the New Year. The bomb did not detonate, but police experts said it could have destroyed the entire building and killed most of those inside if it had exploded. Despite these repeated attacks, the church continues to function effectively and would like to expand its training activities. Pray for the church's pastor, and pray that the congregation will remain faithful as they endure persecution.
Iran--House Church Leader Released from Prison
Mohabat News
2 Timothy 4:16-18
An Iranian house church leader arrested more than a year and a half ago was released on July 16, 2012. Noorollah Qabitizade, 48, was interrogated repeatedly and spent time in solitary confinement during his imprisonment. Qabitizade was arrested Dec. 24, 2010, along with 10 other Christian converts who had gathered for a Christmas Eve celebration at a home in Dezful. More than 60 Christians were arrested during the 2010 Christmas season. Officials tried to persuade Qabitizade to abandon his Christian faith, subjecting him to continual interrogation and torture. He was asked to sign a document stating that he would stop evangelizing and was asked to write a letter denouncing Christianity, but Qabitizade refused. During his trial in September 2011, he was again given an opportunity to renounce his faith. Thank the Lord that Noorollah Qabitizade was released, and pray for him and his family as he recovers.
North Korea--Gospel Balloons Released into North Korea
VOM Contacts
1 Thessalonians 5:24
On July 5, four North Korean defectors now living in South Korea joined a VOM partner to release 10 gospel balloons into North Korea. The North Korean believers hope the balloons and their cargo will reach their hometowns in North Korea and spread the Good News of Jesus Christ there. Launching these balloons is a tangible way for North Koreans now living in South Korea to reach out to their homeland. The four North Korean Christians wrote their testimonies and included them among the 45,000 flyers delivered by the balloons. This was the fifth balloon launch by the VOM partner this year. Pray that the gospel messages carried by the balloons will bring hope to those who read them. Also pray that North Korea's new leader will bring about positive reform and grant more freedom to North Korean Christians.
Turkey--VOM Project
Pray for a church that authorities have tried to shut down in a hostile part of Turkey. The church has suffered three firebomb attacks, and the pastor has received death threats. VOM supports the church and its pastor, who evangelizes in the city and surrounding areas.
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserve
© 2012 The Voice of the Martyrs
www.persecution.com
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Voice of the Martyrs Prayer Update for week of july 20, 2012: Please pray for these suffering and persecuted Christians
Kyrgyzstan--Persecuted Christian Prays for Justice
Source: VOM Contacts
Psalm 33:18-19
A Christian worker in Kyrgyzstan recently filed a complaint against a Muslim village leader who, along with a small mob, attacked the worker and his friends on April 11 as they distributed humanitarian items in Ak-Kyia village. The Christian worker, Narsbek Sydykov, suffered a concussion, cuts and bruises in the attack, but authorities were slow to investigate his complaint. Narsbek's lawyer and a state-level prosecutor finally succeeded in initiating an investigation, but those accused of the attack were released from jail after reportedly offering the judge a bribe. The next court hearing is scheduled for July 17. "We ask you to pray very hard for us and this situation," wrote Narsbek. "If there is no punishment for this attack, then these people will only feel emboldened and will do this again. We know that our father holds everything in his hands, but we are feeling somewhat hopeless."
India--GCIC Helps Pastor Accused of Forced Conversions
Source: Global Council of Indian Christians
Exodus 15:1-2
An Indian pastor was freed from prison in Karnataka state on Friday, July 6, following prompt intervention by the Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC), a VOM partner. Pastor Mounesh, 35, was taken into police custody the previous day after a group of Hindu radicals accused him of forced conversions (Karnataka does not have an anti-conversion law). The pastor was leading a monthly prayer meeting at his home with about 50 members of his house church when 30 Hindu radicals burst into the home and began beating the believers. GCIC reports that the attackers were shouting and accusing Pastor Mounesh of forcing Hindus to convert to Christianity. The radicals destroyed all of the Bibles and Christian tracts in the home. When police arrived, they took Pastor Mounesh to the police station for questioning. GCIC representatives went to the station immediately and negotiated the pastor's release by 12:30 a.m. In response, about a dozen radicals appeared at Pastor Mounesh's home that afternoon and assaulted several church members, three of whom were admitted to the hospital. Thank God for Pastor Mounesh's testimony and faithfulness, and pray for the healing of the three church members who were injured.
China--Children and Bible School Teachers Detained
Source: China Aid Association
Deuteronomy 6:6-8
On Monday, July 2, police and security agents raided a vacation Bible school in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, detaining 70 children and seven teachers. The children were attending special summer classes arranged by a house church in Urumqi, Xinjiang, when police arrived and held them for questioning. China does not allow religious instruction for children. Some of the children's parents and Bible school staff were also questioned. The children were released, but at least four female teachers remain in detention. Pray for the release of the Bible school teachers and for this house church's continued commitment to teach children about God.
Laos--VOM Project
Pray for eight young women in Laos who are learning sewing skills through a VOM training project. The sewing skills will enable them to run small businesses to support themselves. These daughters of tribal pastors will also be provided spiritual training to help them withstand persecution.
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Digital versions of our books are available on the Amazon.com Kindle and Barnes & Noble NOOK bookstores: search for Living Sacrifice Book Company.
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserve
© 2012 The Voice of the Martyrs
www.persecution.com
(All information from Voice of the Martyrs. I own nothing. Re-posted here for informative purposes only.)
Source: VOM Contacts
Psalm 33:18-19
A Christian worker in Kyrgyzstan recently filed a complaint against a Muslim village leader who, along with a small mob, attacked the worker and his friends on April 11 as they distributed humanitarian items in Ak-Kyia village. The Christian worker, Narsbek Sydykov, suffered a concussion, cuts and bruises in the attack, but authorities were slow to investigate his complaint. Narsbek's lawyer and a state-level prosecutor finally succeeded in initiating an investigation, but those accused of the attack were released from jail after reportedly offering the judge a bribe. The next court hearing is scheduled for July 17. "We ask you to pray very hard for us and this situation," wrote Narsbek. "If there is no punishment for this attack, then these people will only feel emboldened and will do this again. We know that our father holds everything in his hands, but we are feeling somewhat hopeless."
India--GCIC Helps Pastor Accused of Forced Conversions
Source: Global Council of Indian Christians
Exodus 15:1-2
An Indian pastor was freed from prison in Karnataka state on Friday, July 6, following prompt intervention by the Global Council of Indian Christians (GCIC), a VOM partner. Pastor Mounesh, 35, was taken into police custody the previous day after a group of Hindu radicals accused him of forced conversions (Karnataka does not have an anti-conversion law). The pastor was leading a monthly prayer meeting at his home with about 50 members of his house church when 30 Hindu radicals burst into the home and began beating the believers. GCIC reports that the attackers were shouting and accusing Pastor Mounesh of forcing Hindus to convert to Christianity. The radicals destroyed all of the Bibles and Christian tracts in the home. When police arrived, they took Pastor Mounesh to the police station for questioning. GCIC representatives went to the station immediately and negotiated the pastor's release by 12:30 a.m. In response, about a dozen radicals appeared at Pastor Mounesh's home that afternoon and assaulted several church members, three of whom were admitted to the hospital. Thank God for Pastor Mounesh's testimony and faithfulness, and pray for the healing of the three church members who were injured.
China--Children and Bible School Teachers Detained
Source: China Aid Association
Deuteronomy 6:6-8
On Monday, July 2, police and security agents raided a vacation Bible school in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, detaining 70 children and seven teachers. The children were attending special summer classes arranged by a house church in Urumqi, Xinjiang, when police arrived and held them for questioning. China does not allow religious instruction for children. Some of the children's parents and Bible school staff were also questioned. The children were released, but at least four female teachers remain in detention. Pray for the release of the Bible school teachers and for this house church's continued commitment to teach children about God.
Laos--VOM Project
Pray for eight young women in Laos who are learning sewing skills through a VOM training project. The sewing skills will enable them to run small businesses to support themselves. These daughters of tribal pastors will also be provided spiritual training to help them withstand persecution.
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Digital versions of our books are available on the Amazon.com Kindle and Barnes & Noble NOOK bookstores: search for Living Sacrifice Book Company.
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Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserve
© 2012 The Voice of the Martyrs
www.persecution.com
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8/16/12
Hollywood Prayer Network Newsletter (august 2012)
August 2012 Newsletter
Dear HPN Members,
Oh my goodness, it’s HOT in Hollywood. We hope you’re having a wonderful end to your summer and that you enjoy the start of the new school year and the new Fall TV season coming up this month. Let’s pray for the new television shows and all the people behind the seasons as we start Fall 2012!
SUMMARY:
• Praise God for Radiance International - a 24/7 Prayer Room
• Praise God for the joy of watching the Summer Olympics on TV
• Thank the Lord for a great 2 hour prayer walk around Hollywood last month
• Thank you so much for praying with us for the victims in Aurora, CO
• Praise God for Petra Anderson’s miracle in Aurora
• Pray for the new TV season starting in September
• Pray for Sylvester Stalone and his family as they grieve the death of son, Sage
• Pray for Comcast, the owner of Universal Studios
• Pray for the surge of Bible stories becoming TV shows and Hollywood films
• Let’s pray for the non-believers who are working on these biblical stories
• Pray for Christians across America to take back the Arts
• Pray for comedian, John Fugelsang, as he launches a new TV series
• Pray for the character of believers and those with no faith in Hollywood
• Please pray for HPN’s first donor and dear friend Ava, who is very sick
• Pray for the people who are suffering from supporting Chic-Fil-A
• “Could you please pray for a longtime client of mine and friend of 17 years
• Pray for the exciting growth and the current needs of HPN
• Don’t miss our local upcoming events
PRAISES:
• Praise God for Radiance International – a 24/7 Prayer Room, in and for Hollywood. Pray that they get known all across our industry and that it continues to make an eternal difference in our industry because of their commitment to pray! For more info on how to get involved click HERE.
• Praise God for the joy of watching the Summer Olympics on TV. It is a gift to us to be able to share in the world’s most unifying sports event up close for 17 days. We must thank God for what is good on television and this is the perfect time to do that.
• Thank the Lord for a great 2 hour prayer walk around Hollywood last month through the multi-church and ministry event called “Serve the City.” We had 5 teams of prayer walkers on the streets of Hollywood walking and praying for the people, the projects, the stores and the struggles of our famous city and it was miraculous. Thanks to all of you who participated and thanks to Dion at Ecclesia for inviting HPN to co-host the event.
UPDATE:
• Thank you so much for praying with us for the victims, their families and the professionals in Hollywood who were all personally impacted by the tragic shootings in Aurora, Colorado during the Batman screening. Please keep praying. We got an interesting response the day after the shooting from an HPN member who is currently working in Bollywood: “I am in India at our overseas studio – the Colorado shooting is front page over here – very, very sad. Even with Bollywood (here in Hyderabad it’s “Tollywood” – different language). Just reminded of the effect around the world.” Rob
We wanted to point out one of the many miracles that did happen during the shooting, as a reminder that even though God must allow free will, He does show up and He does walk us through horrible times. An HPN member and industry professional Chloe, told us about her sister, Petra Anderson, who was one of victims in the theatre. As you read her story, will you pray for Petra and the Anderson family and praise God for His reminders that He is still in control of our broken world. Her prayer request is below. http://bstrait.
Here is Chloe’s prayer request for HPN: “We are so incredibly grateful about how much help and support has poured in to our family in the middle of all of this. As for our family, I would really actually appreciate prayers as I try to help my family navigate the media storm that has surrounded this story. We are trying to learn how to SHOW, not tell how our faith has impacted this whole situation in a way that is winsome and not “holier-than-thou” or Bible thumping, and it’s a tight rope. I so want to be able to use this opportunity that God has given us, and use it wisely. Please pray for grace and wisdom as we navigate all this.” Chloe
Here is Chloe’s prayer request for HPN: “We are so incredibly grateful about how much help and support has poured in to our family in the middle of all of this. As for our family, I would really actually appreciate prayers as I try to help my family navigate the media storm that has surrounded this story. We are trying to learn how to SHOW, not tell how our faith has impacted this whole situation in a way that is winsome and not “holier-than-thou” or Bible thumping, and it’s a tight rope. I so want to be able to use this opportunity that God has given us, and use it wisely. Please pray for grace and wisdom as we navigate all this.” Chloe
If you want more information about a Relief Fund helping the Aurora victims and their families, click HERE.
REQUESTS:
• Let’s pray for the new TV season starting in September! We want shows that lift up the human spirit to do well, we want the people working on all the shows to find Jesus’s unconditional love in their lives, and we want to see God’s presence in the lives of the creators of today’s television. As you pray, check out the schedule of all the new and returning shows this season.
• Please pray for Sylvester Stalone and his family as they grieve the death of his teenage son, Sage. Stalone became a Christian a few years ago and so we ask the Lord to comfort him and give him supernatural strength as he goes through this devastating loss. For more information, click HERE.
• Comcast, the owner of Universal Studios, is looking into a change in the Universal regime and we ask that you pray for the decisions to be wise and positive for Universal. Corporate leaders of major media companies impact our entire nation, because it impacts the TV shows and films that are produced there. Please pray for the leadership of Comcast and of Universal and ask the Lord to fill them with His thoughts, desires, ideas and choices. For more info. click HERE.
• We are seeing a surge of Bible stories becoming TV shows and films in Hollywood. As a Christian audience, we need to pray, and we also must support these films. Buying a ticket to a film is your vote, sending the message that you like these types of films. Below are seven studio films and network TV shows to pray for. Would you lift up all of the people behind these exciting biblical projects as they are produced in the secular media:
1) “God and Kings,” the Moses story directed by Steven Spielberg, to be released in 2013.
2) “Moses,” directed by Ridley Scott
3) “Goliath” is in Development and will be Directed by Scott Derrickson
4) “The Redemption of Cain,” in development with Will Smith, who would make his directorial debut, based on the biblical tale of brothers Cain and Abel.
5) “Noah,” starring Russell Crowe and directed by Darren Aronofsky, as they continue production. For more info. on how Aronofsky wants to “honor God” through the film, read:
6) “The American Bible Challenge” series that premieres August 23rd on The Game Show Network (GSNTV), hosted by Jeff Foxworthy.
7) “The Bible,” by known Reality TV Producer Mark Burnett. Pray for Mark, his wife, Roma Downey (from “Touched By An Angel), and the whole cast and crew of the upcoming 10 part TV series on The History Channel, as they complete production. This epic story has become the most important project Mark and Roma have ever done and we want to pray for them in the process. They need wisdom, strength, favor, focus, creativity, resources and support for this huge endeavor. We also need to watch it when it airs. For more info click HERE.
• Let’s pray for the non-believers who are working on these biblical stories. May the truth penetrate into their hearts. Please pray for the Christians on these films and TV shows to be Christ-like in all they do and say. They are being watched. Pray for the audience to support these Bible story films so that the studios and networks see that they are marketable topics and stories!
• Please pray for the Christians across America to join a growing understanding and movement of the need for us to take back the Arts. God is doing a new thing in the hearts of Christians and we are beginning to realize that we need to not only engage in culture with a confident and creative world view, but we need to create and support great works of art. God speaks to us through the arts. We must support talented artists who are Christians. We can do this by encourage one another to work in the arts, support the arts and artists financially, and attend good movies, great art exhibits, fine television shows, beautiful dance and music concerts, opera, plays and museums. We need to become Patrons of the Arts once again. God is leading us back to impacting culture through being more engaged with the Arts. HPN encourages you to join His movement through prayer and action. For more information on a great book to read, click HERE. For more information on how you can become more actively involved as a Patron of the Arts, to support and encourage quality programming, without being negative or judgmental, join HPN’s support of a new movement out of Hollywood called As1.
• Pray for comedian, John Fugelsang, who is ready to launch a new TV series that will focus on hypocrites in the “church.” Let’s pray that God will melt John’s heart, and heal the anger from this son of a Franciscan monk and an ex-nun. The show is set to debut in September in the 10 p.m. or 11 p.m. time slot. Fugelsang will mix comedy, politics and pop culture. However, his real focus is on religion and “the selective interpretation of the Bible” he feels conservatives have pushed on the American public. John quotes, “I want to do a show that takes on Chick-Fil-A and the Westboro Baptist Church using the Bible.” As you pray, get insight into Fugelsang click HERE.• Let’s pray for both believers and those with no faith in Hollywood, and pray for the personal character of the people here, so that they BECOME who God created them to BE, and not just DO what we think they should. So, here are TEN QUALITIES that the Lord finds important in all of His creations. Could you pray that the Lord instills these into the people creating culture across the globe!
1. Purity
2. Nobility
3. Loveliness
4. Righteousness
5. Excellence
6. Goodness
7. Integrity
8. Selflessness
9. Self Control
10. Truthfulness
• Please pray for HPN’s first donor and dear friend Ava, who is very sick and needs a miracle. She has been battling a very strange and serious health issue for several months. It has taken its toll on her body – and her spirit. She has been experiencing a slow deterioration of her body and is not making progress. Ava’s daughter Lisa asked that we all pray in hope and joy. Ava, Ed and daughters Lisa, Jennifer and Karen know that prayer does matter!
REQUESTS FROM HPN MEMBERS:
• Let’s pray for the people who are suffering from supporting Chic-Fil-A. Three friends of HPN have asked for our prayers as they navigate their responses to nasty press about their stand on the issue. Melissa Reeves (of 'Days of our Lives") and Scott Reeves (of "General Hospital") have recently been crucified in the press when Melissa posted on Twitter that she and her family stopped by Chic-fil-a and then she said "I thank God we live in a country where we have freedom of speech." May the Lord give Melissa and Scott confidence and favor as they stand firm. And may the Lord bring people to Him through this.
• “Could you please pray for a longtime client of mine and friend of 17 years, she's a high profile actress and her husband owns a successful studio in town. Her parents were burned to death in their home 3 weeks ago in LA. It was a horrific tragedy and the actress and her husband really need support in prayers. They are not believers but are begging for prayers. And I also want to say the right things to comfort them and show them God’s love. Thanks.” Howie
A PRAYER FOR HPN:
• HPN is experiencing and exciting time of growth, opportunities, and open doors. It’s become very clear that Karen and Caren need to spend more time praying with people one–on-one and ministering more to Industry professionals. The only way we can do this is to hire a part-time Administrative Asst. And we've found someone whom we believe is the perfect person. But we need additional funds to cover her salary. Would you join with us in asking the Lord to bring us people who understand our need and want to donate funds to specifically help pay for our new Admin.? We know that this step forward will make a big difference in our ministry and we also know that with God NOTHING is impossible. Thanks for praying with us. We can’t wait to see what He has in store!!!!
If you would like to donate to HPN, we would be so grateful to have you as a part of BOTH our praying team and/or giving team. Click HERE and it will lead you to our donation page. And remember that HPN is a non-profit, 501c3 corporation and all donations are tax-deductible.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
• Christian Women in Media (CWIM) is a nationwide organization. HPN Board Member Kathleen Cooke runs the Hollywood branch. The 2012/13 four, quarterly dinner events, are scheduled for Sept. 20th, Nov.1, Feb. 7th, and June 14th. If you want more information on how to get involved or to sign up for the upcoming event on Sept. 20th in Studio City, click HERE.
• For other upcoming events in our Hollywood community, click HERE.
Thanks for praying with us and for us this month:
Karen and Caren
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TIP OF THE MONTH:
In 2009, Biola Magazine asked the question, "Why should we pray for Hollywood?" Now in 2012 the message is the same: Read why we should all be praying for Hollywood click HERE.
QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
“The value of consistent prayer is not that He will hear us, but that we will hear Him.” -- William McGill
“The value of consistent prayer is not that He will hear us, but that we will hear Him.” -- William McGill
VERSE OF THE MONTH: (This is why we’re excited to see so many films and TV shows coming out, based on the Word of God:) "For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." Hebrews 4:12 (NIV)
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Hal Lindsey Report (8-10-12): Playing 'Chicken,' There is no Dog, Science: God's Evidence, What About Job?, the Signature of God
From Hal Lindsey Media Ministries e-Newsletter, august 10, 2012. To subscribe go to the official Hal Lindsey Media Ministry website at: http://www.hallindsey.com/
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Both Christianity and the Bible are under attack in these last days in ways we could never have imagined just a generation ago. Dan Cathy, CEO of the Chick-fil-A restaurant chain is learning that unfortunate fact the hard way.********************************************************************************
In an interview with the "Baptist Press," Mr. Cathy ventured to express his personal opinion about traditional marriage. Uh-oh. That was a mistake, because Mr. Cathy believes in the Biblical definition of marriage: one man and one woman. Further, Cathy believes that this generation's "prideful, arrogant attitude to think that we have the audacity to define what marriage is about," just may be inviting God's judgment on our nation.
Them's fightin' words for the Left, the national mainstream media, and the powerful LGBT lobby. They quickly mobilized to punish the entire corporation and its 50,000 employees because its chief dared have a personal opinion that differed from theirs.
To add a more sinister tone to the threats, the mayors of Chicago, Boston, and San Francisco publicly threatened to prevent the restaurant chain from expanding in their cities. These forces are doing their level best to silence their opponents, i.e., most Americans, by intimidation. The clear objective is to make any criticism of same-sex marriage -- whether by direct criticism or by voicing support for the traditional, Biblical definition of marriage -- "hate speech." That's right! They want supporting traditional marriage to be labeled "hate speech." That's the first step toward criminalizing individual thought. And once individual opinion has been "criminalized," it can be punished.
Don't think this can happen in America? It is happening in Canada. It's already happened in "enlightened" Europe.
Folks, this situation is so potentially threatening to the religious liberties and individual freedoms of Americans, that it's almost surrealistic. How bizarre is it? So bizarre that even the ACLU has had to speak out in defense of Dan Cathy and Chick-fil-A! That alone may be a telling sign that we are in the end-times!
Supporters of freedom of opinion, individual liberty, and traditional marriage organized a "Chick-fil-A Appreciation Day" last August 1. Hundreds of thousands, maybe millions, of people lined up for hours at Chick-fil-A restaurants across the nation to purchase chicken sandwiches and express their support for the company and its leadership. They did so politely, calmly, and cleanly -- meaning they bagged their trash when they left. (Not like some of the infamous protests staged by the Left.)
There was local media coverage in many cities, sometimes because the long lines caused traffic tie-ups, but the massive, impressive turnout was largely ignored by the national media. However, two days later, the gay rights community staged "kiss-ins" at Chick-fil-A locations across America. Well, at a few of them, anyway. And even in such large markets as Los Angeles, the protests amounted to very few picketers who turned out to wave some signs and make public kissing displays. But they got national media coverage.
As Gomer Pyle, USMC, used to exclaim, "Surprise, surprise, surprise!"
To prove my point: Here at "The Hal Lindsey Report," we subscribe to Reuters News Service. That's where we get the news video that we feature on the show most weeks. Reuters provided its media customers with two separate stories on the Chick-fil-A controversy. Both of them covered the sparse, anemic "kiss-ins." Nothing on the massive, unprecedented outpouring of support for Chick-fil-A just two days earlier.
Folks, the bottom line is this. If city officials across America are allowed to use the power of their offices to stop Chick-fil-A from expanding in their communities because the CEO of this privately-held company believes in traditional marriage, then they can deny your church -- which probably publicly supports Biblical marriage -- the right to expand, relocate, or build for the first time. Or even promote Biblical marriage from the pulpit. Once again, see Canada and some European nations.
It's time to pray as never before for our nation.
But that's not all I talk about on this week's program.
Last week, I discussed how the announcement of the possible confirmation of the theoretical "Higgs boson" had rocked the scientific world. Remember that I said that the existence of the "Higgs boson" only proved what the Bible had revealed 20 centuries ago? Well, this week's program is last week's program on steroids!
Not only did the Scriptures allude to the forces that bind everything together and make the invisible visible (which is what the Higgs Field supposedly does), but examination of the Word of God confirms that truly "science is God's evidence." Further, the Book of Job, the oldest in the Bible, is chock full of evidence of God's truth. In it, God reveals much about science, nature, physics, astronomy, and geography. It is rife with details that no single person living in the Middle Eastern desert 4,000 years ago could have known.
I'll also discuss the dilemma of the skeptic. His or her judgment of God is rendered according to his or her limited understanding. In order to believe that there is no God, the skeptic has to accept and believe a number of simply outrageous suppositions, some of which I'll discuss this week.
And if science is God's evidence, then Bible prophecy is God's signature. God revealed through His prophet, in no uncertain terms, that the mysteries contained in the Scriptures could not be "revealed" until the time of the end when "knowledge will increase" and men will travel "back and forth."
Moore's Law says that computer capacity doubles every 18 months. That's why your laptop is obsolete by the time you figure it out! Columbus sailed to the new world 1,500 years after the Apostle Paul made his Mediterranean journey. Both sailed on wooden ships with sails. In fact, men traveled in wooden sailing ships until the end of the 19th century. One hundred years later, those same weeks-long trips take a few hours by air. 1,900 years from Paul's ship to the Titanic. 60 years later, Neil Armstrong is walking on the moon.
As the angel promised the prophet Daniel, knowledge is increasing, men are traveling "back and forth," and the things that were "shut up" are now being revealed.
Time is short! Get ready! Jesus is coming!
Don't miss this week's Report on TBN, Daystar, Inspiration Network, CPM Network, various local stations, www.hallindsey.com or www.hischannel.com. Please check your local listings.
God Bless,
Hal Lindsey
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