HUMANITY NEEDS MORE THAN BRAINS

 I was recently reading about a new High Security prison being built and got inspired. All over the world we incarcerated hundreds of thousands of men and women, who for what ever reason can't control their passions for crime, violence, and evil. Its also true that daily many people are powerless to control their appetites for drugs, alcohol, and perversion. It must be painful for God, to see what has become of mankind, made in his image.

The reason this inspired me is because, as a race, humanity has mastered so many things. Think about it; man has created massive ships to master the sea. What about space craft, planes and rockets, that master the sky. Skyscrapers, bridges and motorways have mastered the landscape.  Large zoos that have mastered the animal kingdom. Its amazing the things that man has accomplished. Look at our many universities with great programs in science, medicine, engineering, agriculture, chemistry and computers. But with all of this learning and knowledge, humanity CAN'T master the inner man.

Greed has ruined the economy. Selfishness has destroyed families. Lust has caused pain, abuse, and sickness. Alcohol and drugs have killed and maimed millions. Racism and hate has divided many and caused war. IS THERE AN ANSWER?

Gods apostle Paul spoke about this condition in Romans 7:19-25. He said, the things I don't want to do I do, and the things I should do I can't do. The bible says our problem is THIS BODY OF DEATH (SIN),  The only answer he says is Christ Jesus. The bible says.."Christ in you the hope of Glory".

HUMANITY NEEDS MORE THAN BRAINS......WE NEED JESUS!

Sacramento..California's Capital City

Sacramento is the capital city of California.  Herb Rubi has been pastoring a church here for a number of years now. Each time I visit to preach it's a good time in the gospel. This revival especially good because we had the Sunday night service in a local park. Visitors came out heard the gospel, and we saw a few in the services during the week. I was blessed with the quality of ministry in the church, and the vision the folks had to bring Christ to their community. Each of the services had a unique feel to it. There was joy, conviction, direction, hope and all the good things the gospel promises. Souls being saved is always the highlite.

I was blessed seeing the folks from Fairfeild come for a couple of the services also. The churches have a real heart to touch all of Northern California with the gospel. God is bringing people into the church from across the country to fulfill his plan for the city. As I spoke to people in the congregation, I could feel the faith that something is happening. This is what we prayed for years ago, for God to raise up local churches, with a heart to make a difference in their city. Sacramento is making it happen, one life at a time. Pray for California's capital city, as they turn to Jesus, may the entire state follow them into the presence of Jesus. Thanks to Sister Katrina for helping me with the photos.

this is how we praise him!!!!

sharing Jesus

praise him on the instruments

praise in the park

church in the park, Sunday PM

everybody on the altar

enter in with praises

Ready for God to move

Pastor Herb and Donna Rubi

Sacramento Church

Altar Call in the Park, amen souls saved

Fresh Fire in Moreno Valley, California...8-21-2011

responding to God

Pastor Mejia

Sunday

This quick report is from Moreno Valley California. This is one of the churches I get to visit about every 18 months. The saints here are faithful and fruitful, year after year they labor to see increase in their church. God always responds to hearts that are tender and open to his purpose. This revival was proof that God hears prayer and blesses our efforts.

We had a very great revival. I preached five services along with Sunday school, and each night people came forward to receive Jesus. I saw God touching folks very personally and powerfully. One sister sent me a message that she committed to quit smoking. Another guy was so touched by the Holy Spirit, that he was still wiping his eyes after the service ended. The altars were full in response to the messages preached. It was a joy.

I saw many folks taking notes during the preaching, a great sign in this generation. Something good is taking place in this congregation. Thank God for the dedication of the Mejiia's. Lets all pray for this church and this area of California.

Just like God said

Praise team

Mrs & Mrs Mejia..Pastors

people saved each night

loving the word of God

God Uses People Who are Not Perfect

Someone sent me this. I'm not sure of its origin. I found a good picture to add to it, its worth spreading around because its TRUE. Be encouraged and encourage someone else with it.

Jacob was a cheater, Peter had a temper, David had an affair, Noah got drunk, Jonah ran from God, Paul was a murderer, Gideon was insecure, Miriam was a gossiper, Martha was a worrier, Thomas was a doubter, Sara was impatient, Elijah was moody, Moses stuttered, Zaccheus was short, Abraham was old, and Lazarus was dead...Now what’s your excuse? Can God use you or not? God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the CALLED.

San Diego, California...15 August 2011

flag changover

flag procession thru the airport

praying for help

men of God in San Diego

San Diego is without doubt one of the nicest cities in the United States. Its location and climate, draws many visitors each year. Because we have a church planted here, God is also drawing souls to here, not for vacation, but for salvation. Because of building limitations, I only preached four services, but it was a joy seeing what God did. 

On my flight into San Diego, the plane I was on was carrying the U.S. Honor Flag. Its the U.S. Flag the flew over the world trade center in New York after the 9-11 terror attacks. This flag goes around the U.S. for special events of Honor. The flag was on the NASA space shuttle for its final mission last month. It was coming to San Diego for a special memorial. Our arrival gate was gate 27, and from there the pilot presented the flag to a police honor guard in a moving ceremony, before they marched through the airport. I was blessed to be there.

From the photos you can see the congregation in San Diego were excited, full of worship, and rejoicing in Gods goodness. I saw quite a few pastors from the local area present. Its so good seeing hungry hearts wanting more of God. Pray for the congregation in San Diego, they are working on getting a new building.

help us Holy Spirit

time to worship

Pastor Orosco and sis Rosie

Only Jesus..No other

enter his presence with singing

ready to obey

OH CANADA: God's Time!

Sis Mary, and two faithfuls, Mississuaga

Mississuaga, 3 responded

I always enjoy visiting Canada to preach. The people have always been some of the most receptive, and responsive. This trip was no different, the saints were excited, God moved, and we were uplifted. I preached in three different churches on this trip; Scarborough, North York, and Mississuaga. All of these areas are mixed culture areas. Many Asians in Scarborough, lots of West Indians in North York,  and a great mix of many in Mississuaga along with a large portion of Indians. God has brought the world here to hear the good news of Christ. What a great place to preach, and eat good food from around the world. The congregations in Scarborough and North York and baby churches launched by Pastor Webb. Both are doing well and growing.

During the Sunday morning service in Mississuaga, there was a wedding. It was the second time this year I started a revival during a wedding. Three visitors came forward to receive Jesus. I told Pastor Webb, I felt something different on this trip. God is answering years of prayers, and we're seeing a real work of the Spirit in Canada. The Webb's were launched out of Tucson the same year My wife and I were launched into Jamaica. All of us in Tucson feel a real connection to the congregations in Canada, and we thank God for their labors. What a great fellowship God is building in Canada

Mississuaga

Mississuaga Sunday AM Wedding

Mississuaga Sunday AM Wedding

Mississuaga Pastor Webb

Victoria..Jammin, North York

North York

North York

salvation, North York

Pastor Rodney, North York

Scarborough

Scarborough.Altar

Scarborough JOY

Pastors..Scarborough; Clyde & Denise

REAL MEN SERVE GOD

Which of these images represent a real man. One picture is a group of christian soldiers from an infantry division, praying before a mission. The other is a couch potato brother with chips a coke and a remote control. One picture commands respect, the other cries shame.

Jesus in Matt 7:13-14, said "Enter the narrow gate". Christ explained that the broad way is easy and many follow the easy way into ruin.  He also said "the narrow way was difficult". Its so human to want what is easy, but Jesus taught that this frame of mind leads to destruction. Real spirituality chooses the narrow road and serves God.

Judge for yourself, which is harder:

1. Watching two hours of T.V. (or)  Reading two hours of the Bible
2. Sleeping until 10:00am (or) Getting up at 5:00am to go to work
3. Cursing your wife when she upsets you (or) bearing the hurt, forgiving her, and blessing her
4. Spending on credit, getting stuff, and suffering later (or) Living within your means, deny self, & save
5. Backslide when things are hard, and complain (or) Hang tough, trust God, and endure hardness
6. Spend money on sporting events with friends (or) Take family to church and give to God
7. Playing for two hours (or) Praying for two hours
8. Following the world (or) Following God
9. Living with doubt (or) Living by Faith

Jesus taught that, the harder choice is the one that connects us to the saving grace of God. It fulfills, gives meaning, establishes honor,  develops character, and leads us into everlasting life. REAL MEN SERVE GOD. Which photo best demonstrates your life?

Lazy pleasure seeking mama's boy

Christian Infantry-Men