26 October 2019 / 27 Tishrei 5780
The following message (edited for privacy) is one that all God’s people can benefit from. I sent it to members of my small Baptist Church, and other Christians. What is happening in our congregation is going on all over the country. Churches are being influenced and taken over by the Enemy at an alarming rate. Sadly, many don’t see how they compromise the very gospel they claim to love! In their opinion, I am guilty of persecuting the Church by speaking out! But as long as God leads me, I will continue to warn others of the danger.
20 October 2019/ 21 Tishrei 5780 The “ecumenical” event promoted by my church and other area churches is supposed to be taking place this evening... This past week our family was celebrating “The Feast of Tabernacles,” and since today is the last day of the Feast, I could not attend the Rick Gage crusade even if I wanted to... (Actually I AM very much opposed to it...) I realize that many well meaning Christians see nothing wrong with joining hands with other churches even though they have no idea what they teach, yet my church and many other Baptist churches were pulled right into it! I went to the initial meeting (for informational purposes only), and when one of our active deacons was asked to get up in the pulpit to announce our promotion of this ungodly unity with “Christian” churches in our area I just had to walk out of the service. This was the service when our “pastor in the interim” made the totally unsubstantiated claim/rumor that King James (the king who sanctioned the KJV of the Bible) was a homosexual! I was told he regretted saying that, but he never told me, nor have I heard him publicly express his regret before the church. (By the way, charismatics and Catholics are welcomed to be counselors by Rick Gage—just like Billy Graham did! After all, Mr. Gage is advertised as the “Billy Graham” of small towns). Just so you know what the term "ecumenism" means: It refers to efforts by “Christians” of different Church traditions to develop closer relationships and better understandings...” They seek to form a unity despite their differences in doctrine, and beliefs about God and what He requires of His people. God has warned us in His word about supporting a false gospel, and that is what this "crusade" is all about!
Well, so MANY “Church traditions” are absolutely unbiblical in their teachings, and any new believer that makes a profession of faith in Jesus Christ at this “crusade” may very well be sent back to a church that is against Jesus Christ, AND His Holy Spirit, AND His Holy word! Sadly, our church is now a partner with this unholy alliance! If you see nothing wrong with joining hands with a man who promotes the “ecumenical movement,” as prophesied by the prophets of God in the Holy Scriptures, you have been deceived by the Deceiver! I will continue to pray for the folks of our church. I know there are many who love the Lord Jesus Christ in that congregation, and I earnestly pray that Almighty God, who loves you dearly, will open your eyes to the truth! ? If I didn’t love you too, I would just be silent and I say nothing...But I do care very much!
The following audio message (recorded the day after I sent that text message), expresses my sorrow toward those who are against me, and if you have time I hope you will listen… I know it’s quite a bold statement to make, but how you respond to my testimony is actually a “gage” as to how well you are able to hear the voice of God speaking to your heart… And by the way, HE STILL SPEAKS, despite what some men may say… 
21 October 2019 / 22 Tishrei 5780
Updated 16 January 2020 / 20 Tevet 5780
My Dear Friend and Fellow Servant of Jesus;
It is very encouraging to know that there are still servants of the Most High God who remains faithful to His Word and His will.
On the other hand, it is also a sad reality of the present generation that many is departing from the faith which was once delivered wherein Christians are mandated to contend for.
I was once invited to join a Ministerial fellowship with the same goal- to unite all christian leaders, and eventually churches. When I heard one of them said, “let us set aside our doctrines and let us focus in love… because doctrine divides, but love unites.”, I told them I can not join. When he asked, “Why?” I told him that I can cause trouble with the group because I will always ask “What the Bible says” in everything we do… and that is doctrine. Besides, how can I love anyone outside the bounds of the Bible?
Doctrine should not divide but unite the True believers of Jesus.And because these leaders do not want to conform to what the Word of God commands and commends, they wanted to set it aside. And because of that, you can find them them on the way to destruction because God will judge those who do not keep His Word.
They say that our time is different, because times change… yes, times and people change, but the Word of God will remain forever! And those who follow His Word will be found faithful… and will receive a reward.
I pray for you my Friend, that you will stay strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.
Keep up the good work!
God bless as always.
21 November 2019
My Dear Pastor Arnie and Beloved Friend and Fellow Servant of the Most High God,
As you confirmed, the DOCTRINE of Christ should be paramount in the life of those who love and serve the LORD God; and as true followers of the Lord Jesus Christ—male and female—it is our duty to defend the gospel / doctrine of Christ, and it is our privilege to stand up for the truth of God’s Holy Word as we are led by the Holy Spirit!
(There is currently a major debate about whether women should preach to men, and whereas God has a specific order that He expects us to follow, which I fully agree with–such as women are not to be in positions of authority over men whether in the churches, family, or society according to God’s word; however, I believe the Godly counsel of mature women should always be taken into account, and while I AM honestly opposed to men being required to be under the authority of women, I believe women should have supporting roles in all facets of this life.
Moreover, the testimony of Godly women should be greatly valued, and for those who choose to ignore what God has said in His word, and what He has revealed to chosen men and woman of God, it will be to their detriment…
I praise God for men like you! And I thank God for your faithfulness to our Lord Jesus and His Word in the midst of this “adulterous and sinful generation,” that is getting worse and worse, as God has warned us about through His Word.
Please note selected Scriptural references to ”doctrine” that I have noted: (I would like to encourage you to read Chapter One of 2nd Peter for context. Preferably from the KJV Bible
http://kjvbible.net)
Notice that Jesus warned about the doctrine of the religious leaders in the following passage, which reminds me of how so many in the top leadership in the Southern Baptist Convention and its seminary’s and other entities is promoting corrupt doctrine in our day. (See my Twitter feed to see the progressive “falling away” of Christians from “the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.” Jude)
Matthew 16:11 [Jesus was addressing His disciples—] How is it that ye do not understand that I spake it not to you concerning bread, that ye should beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees?
Matthew 16:12 Then understood they how that he bade them not beware of the leaven of bread, but of the doctrine DOCTRINE of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees.
One of the main problems I have with some of my sincere Christians brothers, is that they are guilty of doing some of the same things as the original disciples of Jesus. So many men are still carnal and not “spiritual men.”
1 Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ.
1 Corinthians 3:2 I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able.
1 Corinthians 3:3 For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?
I have noted several reference which reveals what God thinks about His Doctrine, men’s doctrine, and the doctrines of devils. When you have time read through these Scriptures (and read the full passage for context) to get the full picture of what God thinks about DOCTRINE.
Mark 1:21 And they (Jesus’ brand new disciples—Simon, Andrew, James, & John) went into Capernaum; and straightway on the sabbath day he (Jesus) entered into the synagogue, and taught.
Mark 1:22 And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes…
Mark 1:27 And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new DOCTRINE is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.
John 7:16 Jesus answered them, and said, My doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me.
Acts 2:42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.
Acts 13:12 Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the DOCTRINE of the Lord.
Romans 6:17 But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you.
Please note that the apostles of Christ learned directly from the Lord Jesus first hand, and for those who are truly born again of the Holy Spirit, we have His witness within us, and He—the Holy Spirit, WILL lead and guide us into the Truth if we are listening….
And for those sincere believers who are not able to hear the voice of God within their hearts, which will ALWAYS bear witness in the revealed Word of God, there can be several reasons for that—
1. Sin can be obscuring their vision— especially pride and self-righteousness —the most dangerous sins for a Christian to be guilty of.
2. Believing lies or false doctrine, whether they be through an author, musician, preacher, pastor, or layman. Error WILL lead even a sincere person away from the Truth.
3. For those who believe lies in place of the truth, Satan can blind the mind of a sincere Christian through evil and seducing spirits. Which is why it is SO important to not allow unknown persons (particularly Charismatics and Pentecostal) to”pray and lay hands on you,” such as what happens in these churches and can even happen at these ecumenical gatherings.
2 Corinthians 4:4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
Moreover, the way they just invite every ”ordained” visitors, no matter who they are, to lay hands on a newly elected deacon at SBC churches has always greatly concerned me.
These are specific ways that so many people are being led away from God and His Truth… And as my Testimony, “Walking With the Enemy,” reveals I also know for certain that if a person truly loves God and has been deceived by sin, Satan, and his evil workers, that God WILL rescue them… But they must be willing to reject sin, Satan, and self. And they must be fully committed to Almighty God, His beloved Son-the Lord Jesus Christ, and His Holy Word, which requires us to expose error and reject those who lie, especially among those who call themselves fellow believers in Christ.
Romans 16:17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the DOCTRINE which ye have learned; and avoid them.
Matthew 15:9 But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils;
1 Timothy 4:2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;
1 Timothy 4:3 Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth.
1 Timothy 6:3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness;
1 Timothy 6:4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,
1 Timothy 6:5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.
Titus 1:9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound DOCTRINE both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
Titus 2:1 But speak thou the things which become sound DOCTRINE:
Titus 2:2 That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.
Titus 2:3 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;
Titus 2:4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,
Titus 2:5 To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.
Titus 2:6 Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded.
Titus 2:7 In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in DOCTRINE shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
Titus 2:8 Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.
One last passage I hope you will prayerfully consider…
2 John 1:1 The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth;
2 John 1:2 For the truth’s sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever.
2 John 1:3 Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.
2 John 1:4 I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father.
2 John 1:5 And now I beseech thee, lady, not as though I wrote a new commandment unto thee, but that which we had from the beginning, that we love one another.
2 John 1:6 And this is love, that we walk after his commandments. This is the commandment, That, as ye have heard from the beginning, ye should walk in it.
2 John 1:7 For many deceivers are entered into the world, who confess not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist.
2 John 1:8 Look to yourselves, that we lose not those things which we have wrought, but that we receive a full reward.
2 John 1:9 Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the DOCTRINE of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the DOCTRINE of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.
2 John 1:10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this DOCTRINE, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed:
2 John 1:11 For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds.
2 John 1:12 Having many things to write unto you, I would not write with paper and ink: but I trust to come unto you, and speak face to face, that our joy may be full.
2 John 1:13 The children of thy elect sister greet thee. Amen.
My dear brother in Christ, I look forward to the day we can ”speak face to face,” if not here on earth, I am certain we will meet one great and glorious Day in that beautiful place that God has prepared for those who truly love Him and our LORD Jesus Christ, of whom we are one!
You, your dear family, and God’s people who are with you are always in my prayers! And I truly thank you for your prayers!
With the love of Christ,
C. Read