NEWS FROM WORLD: Peaceful Demonstration in Donggongon Penampang, Sabah ?

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Friday, January 08, 2010

1:04 PM

Beloved brothers and sisters of the Abrahamic Faith, I thank and really praise the Lord, Omnipotent, Omnipresent and Omniscient, God Creator and Master of the Universe, that the 'peaceful demonstration' did not take place in Donggongon (Penampang) on 6th January, 2010 as it might have turn ugly and portrayed the Christians as no better than their 'violent and demonized' cousins. Though unaware of what was planned, I do believe that the Lord Holy Spirit inspired the following words:

"Victory starts in the Heavenlies! For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled. (2 Corinthians 10:3-6 KJV)

Memang kami masih hidup di dunia, tetapi kami tidak berjuang secara duniawi, karena senjata kami dalam perjuangan bukanlah senjata duniawi, melainkan senjata yang diperlengkapi dengan kuasa Allah, yang sanggup untuk meruntuhkan benteng-benteng. Kami mematahkan setiap siasat orang dan merubuhkan setiap kubu yang dibangun oleh keangkuhan manusia untuk menentang pengenalan akan Allah. Kami menawan segala pikiran dan menaklukkannya kepada Kristus, dan kami siap sedia juga untuk menghukum setiap kedurhakaan, bila ketaatan kamu telah menjadi sempurna. (2Co 10:3-6 ITB)

The following “gifts of the Holy Spirit” are available to every believer (not just a priest, pastor, deacons or catechist) (Mark 16:17-18)

1. Power over demons and evil spirits;

2. The Word of Knowledge

3. The Word of Wisdom

4. The Gift of Prophecy

5. The Gift of Faith

6. The Gifts of Healings

7. The Working of Miracles

8. The Discerning of Spirits

9. Different Kinds of Tongues

10. The Interpretation of Tongues

These gifts (spiritual empowerment) are intended for us to demolish the “kingdom of darkness” but sadly many Christians (especially Roman Catholics) are not educated and trained by their priests, pastors and elders on these strategic maneuvers. What a waste of resources because Jesus had already paid for them on the Cross 2,000 + years ago.

Let us unite in spirit, mind and strength of the Holy Spirit to stop these evil powers from robbing us the promised abundant life and freedom from deception, bondages of sin and fear of physical death by waging a war in the heavenlies.(Ephesians 6:10-18)

Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong. Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks. We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world. So put on all the armor that God gives. Then when that evil day comes, you will be able to defend yourself. And when the battle is over, you will still be standing firm. Be ready! Let the truth be like a belt around your waist, and let God's justice protect you like armor. Your desire to tell the good news about peace should be like shoes on your feet. Let your faith be like a shield, and you will be able to stop all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Let God's saving power be like a helmet, and for a sword use God's message that comes from the Spirit. Never stop praying, especially for others. Always pray by the power of the Spirit. Stay alert and keep praying for God's people." (Eph 6:10-18 CEV)

Our priority is to keep the peace and the only way to do that is to be "Christ-Centered" for Abba God has set Malaysians especially those who are filled with His "Word and Spirit" (Firman dan Roh Allah or shall I say "Elohim")to be the "salt and light" of this dying World.

Shalom/Salam