Watch Out for “Twisted Thinking!”
November 20 Watch Out for “Twisted Thinking!” Proverbs 12:5-8
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “The thoughts of the righteous are right, But the counsels of the wicked are deceitful. 6 The words of the wicked are, “Lie in wait for blood,” But the mouth of the upright will deliver them. 7 The wicked are overthrown and are no more,
But the house of the righteous will stand. 8 A man will be commended according to his wisdom, But he who is of a perverse heart will be despised.” (Proverbs 12:5-8)
On November 5, 2024, America spoke loudly about the Twisted Thinking that has permeated our culture, over the past several years! Amazingly, I have been shocked at the reactions of so many! On Thursday, November 7, 2024, Annette and I were at a local Greenhouse, and the extremely nice and helpful attendant began to volunteer her thoughts and feelings about the election. She continued to regurgitate every talking point that had been promoted by the Liberal Leftist media and their politicians. I just listened until she declared that this “Convicted Felon” was going to destroy America and was going to set the Freedoms that we enjoy back hundreds of years. She went on to say that he was going to take away our Social Security and Medicare and that he was going to be the death of the American that we know! I responded with, “He can’t do that.” “Our system of government has checks and balances, and the Congress would never approve this!” Immediately, she turned on a dime, and exclaimed, “You don’t know this man!” At this point, I thought that silence was the best way to conclude our conversation. She continued her lecture on “Twisted” reality, and then she asked that famous question, “What do you do for a living?” When I responded, “I’m a Pastor!” Then she really did “take off!” “Aren’t you afraid that your freedom of religion is going to be taken away?” “No ma’am, I’m not! I am not sure what you have been listening to and supporting, but regardless of the political climate, or the party in control, and regardless of the person in the White House, I will continue to love and support the One that provides the ability to overcome and to flourish, regardless of the worldly situation, and that source is JESUS CHRIST! Would you like to hear about Him?” Immediately she went silent, and the last words that she spoke were, “Have a nice day!” Since the election, individuals that have No Solid Foundation for Living are responding in some amazing ways! Liberal Professors, Leftist Colleges are cancelling classes, offering counseling for distraught students, having “circle” encounters in order that those participating can find their way, and a host of “unbelievable” antics that clearly demonstrates the Twisted and debase thinking that exists among the supposed “Elites and, in my opinion, the “Pin Heads” that are indoctrinating our children! This “Twisted” Thinking exists and you will be called upon to support and defend this insanity, but “Fear Not,” as long as you remain Faithful to your calling and continue to reflect Jesus, then you will, not only Survive, but you will also Thrive! My ramblings are to reassure you that God has this situation (and every situation) and He has promised that, when we remain faithful, He will take care of us, regardless of the earthly political environment! I am profoundly saddened by the reactions and the Satanic driven lies and distortions that are being promoted by those in our country that are supposed to be sharing “Truth,” yet have decided to share “Lies!” Last thought: When I was a young man, and if I had come to my daddy and told him that I couldn’t go to school because the election didn’t go my way, and that I thought that I needed some counseling to overcome my grief and sadness, I can assure you that I would have received some “counseling!” I can hear him now… “Boy, you have 5 minutes to get up, get ready, and get with it, or you are going to need more that counseling!” Praise God that I was taught to have faith in my Savior and to “Live Above the Circumstances!” Stay Strong, Stay Focused… THE BEST IS YET TO BE!
BIRTHDAYS FOR NOVEMBER 19, 2024
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO:
SHARON HOCUTT
STEVE BROWN
CHERYL BERGERON
“A Certain Future”
November 19 “A Certain Future” 2 Corinthians 5:7
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “For we walk by faith, not by sight:” (2 Corinthians 5:7)
As I grow in HIS Grace and Knowledge, I do not fear the future! I am excited about what is ahead! My future, my security, my life, is planned out before me, because I have claimed and received the Gift of God, through Jesus Christ! This world is changing all around me, and I am witnessing the moving and progression of God’s plan for humanity unfolding before my eyes, and I am excited to be a part of this divine plan! Even though, momentarily, I might stumble and lose focus, I am assured that You are guiding me and loving me and teaching me and holding me secure in Your Arms! TO GOD BE THE GLORY!! Thank you for allowing me to live my life, consumed by Your Presence and completed by Your Love! Please Lord, continue to allow me the privilege to say “Thank-You,” for Your Love, Grace, Guidance, and Your Sustaining Power for My Living! May I continue to Live with GRATITUDE! May I continue to Serve in the Beauty of Your Holiness! Friends, He has Promised us… What choices will you make? As for me and my house, we are going to SERVE the LORD! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!
PS… DON’T FORGET TO BE GRATEFUL!
BIRTHDAYS FOR NOVEMBER 18, 2024
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO:
CHERYL WHITLEY
GINGER MATTHEWS
Harmony!
November 18 Harmony! 1 Corinthians 16:14
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “Let all that you do be done with love.” (1 Corinthians 16:14)
Many years ago, a wise older man shared some wonderful words of wisdom with this young, inexperienced, and slightly arrogant “whippersnapper!” He told me that I was required to work together with others, and that I should make every effort to do it with harmony and with love! Wow! How difficult is that? Working together with people that are difficult, moody, opinionated, arrogant, and all together unpleasant. When I inquired about the secret to this miracle that he expected, he simply spoke one word, and it made me stop in my tracks! He said, “JESUS!” He went on to explain that life with others, especially in the church, is like an automobile engine. There are many different parts, different parts, that are not alike yet work together to seemingly create the impossible. Every part, working together, to achieve the desired goal, an engine that runs! Like this engine, the church is a finely tuned product that should operate in harmony with others, to achieve the ultimate goal of sharing Jesus Christ with a lost world, and to promote harmony among the brethren! It is our responsibility to create an atmosphere of harmony and friendship and love among fellow believers, and to create a witness that will promote and encourage non-believers to desire a Life-Changing relationship with Jesus Christ! Remember, when you greet others with friendship and an attitude of HIS Love, then they will, in most cases, respond in kind! Let us commit to being friendly, courteous, kind and diligently work to keep our focus on Jesus, and not on the petty issues of the day! I fully believe that we should commit to being “Witnesses of Kindness and Love,” created and promoted by the Author of Love, Jesus Christ! Try smiling today! Try speaking to others with His Love! Embrace the fact of His Grace and share the Good News! “YOU ARE TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!” Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!