Month: January 2019

I am writing this article just ahead of the I Ching Open House we will be hosting in less than an hour. I started reflecting on this aspect of my life’s journey which began when I was first introduced to Mary Miller in the spring of 2011 when she visited Toronto. I went to that meeting very sceptical as to what I would hear and was very impressed not only with her presentation, but with the technology and with Mary herself. Over the years, until her sudden and unexpected departure from this plain of existence, we had the opportunity to have many conversations related to the instruments and their influence into the spiritual realm.

I first hand witnessed the transformational change which took place in one of my relatives when he used an instrument in the final months of his life. An individual who had no time or interest in spiritual things chose to say YES to the relationship with God through His Son, Jesus the Messiah.

Over and over I have witnessed changes in the lives of people who make a decision to use a technology, which I believe, can help to open up their hearts and minds to universal truths. Can these instruments be used for the darker side? That may be a possibility, but that does not make the tool evil. It means we have a responsibility to make it available so that what is amoral becomes an instrument of good and blessings. It is what we do with the technology which determines whether it is a tool for light, or darkness. Running in fear of something, because someone uses it for evil, does nothing to benefit this world and make it a place where God’s will is done here as it is in heaven.

I wrote down something from the 2018 October I Ching Conference in Toronto that has impacted me. This are the words I found in my notebook, ” Nothing that goes on here on earth that really matters, matters accept as it applies into the spiritual realm. We are here to learn to be who we were created to be. When we use an I Ching instrument we are saying we want to move forward in this process of being who we were created to be.”

Make the year 2019 a time when you develop a closer relationship with God.

As I mentioned recently in a daily blog, I have been attempting to take extra time to view training I am taking with Joel Bauer. In a live webinar training with Joel this week, he mentioned again a special training he had produced, which would be available to his mentees for only a short period of time. There was information in that training which is normally reserved for those who are part of his high level coaching. I heard him say again in regards to this opportunity, “Most of you will not watch the video!” I was glad I took the time to watch and take notes on what he shared.

I have to admit it is a challenge to attempt to find time to go through all the incredible empowering training Joel provides. He over delivers more on his promises than anyone else I know. But a light bulb moment happened for me this week when I caught a glimpse of what was really going on in this regard.

Joel has spent a life time being extremely passionate about what he does and what he offers to those who will listen and implement. He understands the real value and significance of what he is seeking to pass on to others that will transform and change their lives and that of their families, as it has for him and his family. He wants others to know and have what he has been privileged to have discovered. He desires for them to save the years and money which it took for him to learn what he now knows. What he offers is truly a great gift to those who will accept it as their own and utilize it.

Call me a slow learner if you like, but as I was thinking about what I am about to share with those who will listen tomorrow, January 6, 2019 at the Grace Church of the Nazarene in Shelburne, Ontario and live, via www.SayYES totheRelationship.com and through Face Book live I heard myself saying, “Most people won’t listen and implement.” I am now seeking to find ways to make that message more compelling just for you, the one more person whose energetic awareness may be on the brink of SEEING and grasping what is being presented. My passion and desire is that you will find the transformational freedom and expression that God wants you to have in your life as you shift your mindset and achieve an enhanced quality of living as you find your purpose and fulfil your destiny.

The Apostle Paul challenges us in Colossians 3:1-2 with these words, “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. {2} Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” There are things in this material world you will never SEE unless you use your spiritual sight and open your heart and mind to what God desires to gift you.

If you have continued reading to the end of this article, I invite you to listen and take the challenge which I will share with you tomorrow. The service starts at 10:30 a.m. EST and the message will start at approximately 11 a.m. EST. You may never know what you missed if you choose to be somewhere else, doing something else.

Your relationship with God through His Son, Jesus is dependent upon something very important: Trust.

Trust is built upon a choice and decision which you make not just once, but is one that is ongoing. Your belief and faith will be connected to your level of trust.

I would ask you to consider looking at Proverbs 3:5-6 from a little different perspective. “Trust in Yahweh with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; {6} in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”

God is the Source of all things. Colossians 1:16 declares, “For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.” All that is material in our world comes from that which is unseen. Everything is energy vibrating at specific frequencies at the unseen quantum level. We are reminded in 2 Corinthians 4:18, “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”

When we chose to trust in God and the reliability of His Word, we are making a choice. Our response to trust and our perception regarding trust may be impacted by our emotions and feelings in any given moment of time, if we choose to allow it. But if we do, understand we are no longer operating on the foundation of trust. Emotions shift and change like the wind. Our true “gut” reaction is not fuelled by emotions. Trust is built through consistent demonstration of character and integrity. A child places their hand in yours to cross the street because they trust you to keep them safe. The same is true when you say, “Jump, I will catch you.”

Learn to trust in Yahweh with all your heart as the result of developing an intimate relationship with Him on a daily basis. As you do, you will learn to be guided more by your trust than your emotions. You will find your path will straighten out and be easier to follow.

One of the best known phrases related to the word and concept of “familiarity” is, “Familiarity breeds contempt.” Beyond that revelation it has also been stated that, “Familiarity breeds complacency” and “Familiarity breeds discontent.”

One of the challenges of religion is the attempt to systematize and ritualize everything into a specified legalistic approach to living. This includes the building of habits based upon familiarity to the almighty do’s and don’t list in which God determines whether you have been good or bad. The end result determines whether you are on the naughty or nice list. No wonder it is so easy for some people to think of God and Santa Clause in the same category. It is also why both are rejected as myth, with no relevancy to the world in which we live.

For me, the Bible is very clear, God is not interested in us being religious and following a set of rules. This is why I wrote the book, The Ten Commandments: A Fresh Look at Their Meaning and Value Today. I make the statement in that book, “God is not a Law Enforcer, but rather a Relationship Restorer.” Included with this article is part of an interview I had with Joel Bauer as he commented on my approach and this book.

On Sunday January 6, 2019 it is my intention to provide another “reveal” during the message, in which a Biblical principle and training of Jesus has been ritualized by the church in such a way that its familiarity has eliminated the power of what was really intended. You will be able to be a part of the service of the Grace Church of the Nazarene in Shelburne Ontario starting at 10:30 a.m. EST, or online at: www.SayYEStotheRelationship.com. The message will be streamed to Face Book live at approximately 11 a.m. EST.

At the beginning of this new year it is my desire, you have access to this foundational information into a practical aspect of holiness in your relationship with God through His Son, Jesus the Messiah. Move beyond familiarity to empowerment with these insights.

This is the graphic which I will be using over and over again throughout 2019. It is intimately connected to a number of different areas in my life. It speaks to current time relevancy. It declares my passion for everyone to connect to God through His Son, Jesus Christ, via a personal relationship and not a religious system. There is also the call to love, joy, peace, hope and action, and to bring unity and a helping hand to one another under the guidance and direction of a Sovereign and Holy God.

It reveals the message we really do need each other and we are not alone in the challenges we may face in life. But are required to reach out and move beyond our self imposed limitations if we really desire to achieve the dreams and goals we have. Our ability to become the best version of ourselves possible in this year is dependent upon our full participation and engagement in all the aspects required of us along the journey.

Remember what Hebrews 12:1-2 tells us, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. {2} Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

This is our theme graphic for 2019 for the Church I pastor. It will be part of our live streaming website where our services and training events will be broadcast: (www.SayYEStotheRealationship.com. I will incorporate it into the new video blog trainings (www.PracticalHolinessForToday.com) coming soon. You will find it from time to time showing up in reference to my gospel communication system (www.TheSEEMethod.com). Likely you may even see it on some of my Face Book postings.

For me this graphic is a point of reference to not only my passion and mission in life, but is also a reminder for me to stay fully committed to the relationship with the One whom I serve and those who need to connect with Him. I have chosen the word “manifest” to go along with this graphic as the result to be achieved, not only for my life, but for yours as well.

I would encourage you to find a picture (graphic), or some word(s) which will help you to focus on what is important in your life for the coming year.