How Can We Become Doers of The Word?

By: Anthony Joseph Hopkins

        Praise The Lord Saints!!  Praise The Lord!!  How are you doing today?  Fine, I hope.  I want to ask everyone a very important question.  The question is: How can we become doers of the word?

 The answer to this question is simple.  We have to have both a behavioral change as well as a spiritual change within ourselves.  I know for me personally, I have changed a whole lot behaviorally and spiritually right now.  For example, I do not use any vulgarity anymore.  An example of this is in Proverbs 15:1 says: A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up strife.  This is my model Bible verse because it enables me to actually think before I act on all things.

        Next, I want to ask how we can become doers of the word.  First, we need to establish a relationship with Jesus Christ.  I have to accept Jesus Christ as my Personal Savior.  How can we all do this; is by confessing our sins to Jesus Christ.  I know that I am only a Work in Progress. 

What is a Work in Progress?  A work in progress is an unfinished project that is still being added to or developed. “The book itself is still a work in progress” (in accounting) the total value of the materials and labor for unfinished projects. “The board had estimated the value of its work in progress”. What does it mean to be a work in progress?

Work in Progress. Being a work in progress is a wonderful thing. It means you are never “finished” which means that you always have the chance to improve yourself and become something and someone better than who you are already.

        Further, I want to inform all of you that my life has changed for the better because it enables me to imitate Jesus Christ.  I also have to read His Word and share the Gospel of Peace with everyone.  I also help others as well.  I have always helped others by sharing with them the things that Jesus Christ has done for me.

 I also give things away that I do not need.  I humble myself each day of the week by being honest as a person.  I demonstrate how to become a doer of the word by my actions.  I feel at this time that listening to worship music and church sermons have enabled me to be a doer of the word.  I know that it is a whole lot more to it than that in order to become a doer of the word. 

Moreover, a doer of the word is a person who lives according to the Word of God.  I have come so far in my life by improving my relationships with other people.  I know that my life has changed because I wanted to make some positive changes in my life. God likes it when we can keep a very good attitude about life, our relationship with Jesus Christ, and connecting with others in a positive manner. 

 “Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.  For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror;  for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.”
–James 1:21-25

1. Prepare your heart and be open.

It’s so easy to get into the daily Bible grind and never, once, truly pounce on what we’re learning or reading: get up, pour a cappuccino (or three), personal devotional of  fifteen minutes, write down some thoughts, put Bible on shelf, carry on with the morning . . . is this really what we limit ourselves and God to? Are we missing out on multiple opportunities because we haven’t prepared our hearts to be open and receptive? Shy away from a daily spiritual grind, seek God for opportunities to become a doer and invest in the lives of those around you.

2. Be willing and available.

Part of extending your hands in compassion and love is actually having a willing heart. Unfortunately, having a heart willing for love and sharing the Gospel isn’t just an “on/off” switch. It has to be transformed and cultivated by the same Gospel. If you are serious about becoming a doer and an action man/woman, pray for a willing heart.

We all know that person, or perhaps we are that person, who has great intentions of ministering to others, but is far too busy with a complex schedule to be available.  There could be any number of reasons for a lack of availability, but I think we’re all thankful that Jesus didn’t turn away the paralyzed or the ill because of a conflicting schedule or a lack of availability.

Such an attitude might have caused trauma to His ministry—so if you’re serious about Christ and your serious about acting upon your faith—make yourself available. Reach out and mean it—don’t just say it. If you offer to meet a struggling peer for coffee to talk, do it. If you see someone in need, address the problem or find the right person to address the problem (i.e. pastor, carpenter, doctor).

3. Prepare to be uncomfortable.

Just know that being a doer can be difficult, confusing, unpleasant, and uncomfortable. It can mean getting messy, seeing the side of people that is unpleasant, experiencing sadness, seeing the dirt  and the sins of humanity, and become all too aware of our personal shortcomings. I’ll never forget the first time I went to Haiti on a missions trip, I was never more aware of my ever growing list of shortcomings. Often, while doing Kingdom work our capacity of comfort, faith, and humility are tested—it’s like a game of Survivor with an eternal focus. We have to become prepared to be uncomfortable in some shape or form, but not allow it to deter us from carrying on in faith. However, there are great joys and luminous revelations while being a doer, but we must be prepared to hold out for those moments while in the midst of being uncomfortable.

4. Don’t wait.

Being doers can mean traveling across the globe to extend compassion and the love of Jesus or it can mean traveling to your backyard to the neighbor who is battling cancer. It’s not about the distance, it’s about the Message. Location isn’t relative, the issue at hand is that we are demonstrating compassion and spreading the Gospel. We’re called to share Christ’s love and we’re called to glorify Him (Matthew 28:19). We’re called to care. We’re called to protect, defend, and care for the defenseless, the poor, and the abandoned. It doesn’t matter where.

Demonstrating love and compassion can be done right now—the opportunities are limitless. We live in a world of darkness, just take a look around and be stunned by the abundant opportunities that await you.

Being a doer starts in the home. It starts in the work place. It starts in the Church. It starts with relationships. It starts with the grumpy neighbor, disgruntled cashier, or the unpleasant individual who just stole my parking spot (while I had my blinker on, I might add!). It starts here. Compassion starts now. If we think that we have to travel overseas to extend compassion or love, I’m afraid that we’re missing out multiple opportunities that are staring us right smack in the face.

People are people. We all need the same thing, we all need Jesus desperately. You can make a difference here, and you can make a difference there. It’s not really relative to where you are geographically, God’s love and compassion needs to be spread just as much in Baltimore City as it does in India. His love needs to be spread in a nursing home just as much as it does in an orphanage. Don’t wait for an opportunity, just because you don’t think it’s the opportunity you would choose. Don’t become discouraged when you feel like your impact isn’t as great as you would hope—it’s not about us. It’s about Him. Don’t waste an opportunity to become a doer out of pride—take a leap of faith.

5. Listen and love.

Be a hearer and a doer. It’s far easier said than done, but it’s a goal worth aiming for. Many of the people I know have come to Christ from visually seeing the works of Christians in action. We can talk all day long using Christianese and spiritual terms, but until there is evidence in our lives that we mean what we say, we might find we have trouble connecting with others in an effective manner. Become amazed at how God can work in your life when you give Him a heart ready for action.

Is it true that God is a God of Detail?

This is a question that need to be answered by everyone. This is because God will tell you to do something one time. He will not ask you again. You must believe that God wants to speak to me. This means that if a person is having a great communication with God each and every single day, He will hear you. God will reveal everything to you at all times. In my case, I have never heard God’s voice in my entire life. God is communicating with me through other people. 

God also communicates with us even while we are sleeping. For example, in the Book of Job 33:14-17 it says God communicates with you in one way or another, but man does not perceive it. Man will have to go into a deep sleep and God will put His instructions inside of our ears and seal it. 

We must learn how to be led by God’s Spirit. We need to have a genuine relationship with God. God’s Will is pleasing and perfect. Yes, God is a God of detail. What are we doing to become whole in our spirit? This is another good question.

The answer is through prayer and meditation with Him. We have to rely on God in every aspect of our lives. There are times that we ignore God. We have a tendency to rely on God in a state of emergency. Therefore, we are forced to depend on God because He is the answer to our prayers as well as our personal life. 

God is not selfish. My presence with men is only for a very short time. Do not reject what he has already blessed you. The Holy Ghost is our guide. I want to be led by the Spirit. I cannot follow a culture that is doing wrong. This is why we need to know God. God will not argue with us. He will tell you something and he will mean it. God speaks audibly with men; you must prepare to meet God daily. You cannot let culture and friends get you off track with God. You have to be tender without surrender. Jesus is the peace offering and compensation for all sin. 




I cannot let friends who are not led by God to dictate you. God will take you through the process of getting you to know Him and recognize that He is real. The devil do not want you to get blessed anyway. Romans 12:2 says do not be conformed to the patterns of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. God’s Will is always perfect for us. Our peers and friends cannot take us to heaven. We have to earn our way to heaven. May the Lord God bless all of you richly? Thank You for reading my blog.



My name is Anthony Hopkins and I am from Dayton, Ohio. I am a Blogger. I have been blogging from all sorts of topics. I love people and animals. I have been blogging for a total of 10 years now. I graduated from the University of Toledo with my Associates and a Bachelor’s Degrees respectively.

How Can We Become Doers of The Word?

By: Anthony Joseph Hopkins

        Praise The Lord Saints!!  Praise The Lord!!  How are you doing today?  Fine, I hope.  I want to ask everyone a very important question.  The question is: How can we become doers of the word?

 The answer to this question is simple.  We have to have both a behavioral change as well as a spiritual change within ourselves.  I know for me personally, I have changed a whole lot behaviorally and spiritually right now.  For example, I do not use any vulgarity anymore.  An example of this is in Proverbs 15:1 says: A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up strife.  This is my model Bible verse because it enables me to actually think before I act on all things.

        Next, I want to ask how we can become doers of the word.  First, we need to establish a relationship with Jesus Christ.  I have to accept Jesus Christ as my Personal Savior.  How can we all do this; is by confessing our sins to Jesus Christ.  I know that I am only a Work in Progress. 

What is a Work in Progress?  A work in progress is an unfinished project that is still being added to or developed. “The book itself is still a work in progress” (in accounting) the total value of the materials and labor for unfinished projects. “The board had estimated the value of its work in progress”. What does it mean to be a work in progress?

Work in Progress. Being a work in progress is a wonderful thing. It means you are never “finished” which means that you always have the chance to improve yourself and become something and someone better than who you are already.

        Further, I want to inform all of you that my life has changed for the better because it enables me to imitate Jesus Christ.  I also have to read His Word and share the Gospel of Peace with everyone.  I also help others as well.  I have always helped others by sharing with them the things that Jesus Christ has done for me.

 I also give things away that I do not need.  I humble myself each day of the week by being honest as a person.  I demonstrate how to become a doer of the word by my actions.  I feel at this time that listening to worship music and church sermons have enabled me to be a doer of the word.  I know that it is a whole lot more to it than that in order to become a doer of the word. 

Moreover, a doer of the word is a person who lives according to the Word of God.  I have come so far in my life by improving my relationships with other people.  I know that my life has changed because I wanted to make some positive changes in my life. God likes it when we can keep a very good attitude about life, our relationship with Jesus Christ, and connecting with others in a positive manner. 

 “Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.  For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror;  for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.”
–James 1:21-25

1. Prepare your heart and be open.

It’s so easy to get into the daily Bible grind and never, once, truly pounce on what we’re learning or reading: get up, pour a cappuccino (or three), personal devotional of  fifteen minutes, write down some thoughts, put Bible on shelf, carry on with the morning . . . is this really what we limit ourselves and God to? Are we missing out on multiple opportunities because we haven’t prepared our hearts to be open and receptive? Shy away from a daily spiritual grind, seek God for opportunities to become a doer and invest in the lives of those around you.

2. Be willing and available.

Part of extending your hands in compassion and love is actually having a willing heart. Unfortunately, having a heart willing for love and sharing the Gospel isn’t just an “on/off” switch. It has to be transformed and cultivated by the same Gospel. If you are serious about becoming a doer and an action man/woman, pray for a willing heart.

We all know that person, or perhaps we are that person, who has great intentions of ministering to others, but is far too busy with a complex schedule to be available.  There could be any number of reasons for a lack of availability, but I think we’re all thankful that Jesus didn’t turn away the paralyzed or the ill because of a conflicting schedule or a lack of availability.

Such an attitude might have caused trauma to His ministry—so if you’re serious about Christ and your serious about acting upon your faith—make yourself available. Reach out and mean it—don’t just say it. If you offer to meet a struggling peer for coffee to talk, do it. If you see someone in need, address the problem or find the right person to address the problem (i.e. pastor, carpenter, doctor).

3. Prepare to be uncomfortable.

Just know that being a doer can be difficult, confusing, unpleasant, and uncomfortable. It can mean getting messy, seeing the side of people that is unpleasant, experiencing sadness, seeing the dirt  and the sins of humanity, and become all too aware of our personal shortcomings. I’ll never forget the first time I went to Haiti on a missions trip, I was never more aware of my ever growing list of shortcomings. Often, while doing Kingdom work our capacity of comfort, faith, and humility are tested—it’s like a game of Survivor with an eternal focus. We have to become prepared to be uncomfortable in some shape or form, but not allow it to deter us from carrying on in faith. However, there are great joys and luminous revelations while being a doer, but we must be prepared to hold out for those moments while in the midst of being uncomfortable.

4. Don’t wait.

Being doers can mean traveling across the globe to extend compassion and the love of Jesus or it can mean traveling to your backyard to the neighbor who is battling cancer. It’s not about the distance, it’s about the Message. Location isn’t relative, the issue at hand is that we are demonstrating compassion and spreading the Gospel. We’re called to share Christ’s love and we’re called to glorify Him (Matthew 28:19). We’re called to care. We’re called to protect, defend, and care for the defenseless, the poor, and the abandoned. It doesn’t matter where.

Demonstrating love and compassion can be done right now—the opportunities are limitless. We live in a world of darkness, just take a look around and be stunned by the abundant opportunities that await you.

Being a doer starts in the home. It starts in the work place. It starts in the Church. It starts with relationships. It starts with the grumpy neighbor, disgruntled cashier, or the unpleasant individual who just stole my parking spot (while I had my blinker on, I might add!). It starts here. Compassion starts now. If we think that we have to travel overseas to extend compassion or love, I’m afraid that we’re missing out multiple opportunities that are staring us right smack in the face.

People are people. We all need the same thing, we all need Jesus desperately. You can make a difference here, and you can make a difference there. It’s not really relative to where you are geographically, God’s love and compassion needs to be spread just as much in Baltimore City as it does in India. His love needs to be spread in a nursing home just as much as it does in an orphanage. Don’t wait for an opportunity, just because you don’t think it’s the opportunity you would choose. Don’t become discouraged when you feel like your impact isn’t as great as you would hope—it’s not about us. It’s about Him. Don’t waste an opportunity to become a doer out of pride—take a leap of faith.

5. Listen and love.

Be a hearer and a doer. It’s far easier said than done, but it’s a goal worth aiming for. Many of the people I know have come to Christ from visually seeing the works of Christians in action. We can talk all day long using Christianese and spiritual terms, but until there is evidence in our lives that we mean what we say, we might find we have trouble connecting with others in an effective manner. Become amazed at how God can work in your life when you give Him a heart ready for action.

What is the difference between a sin and a transgression?

This is a comparison and contrast paper that compares two definitions. The first word is sin and the second is transgression. What is the definition of the word sin? A sin is an immoral act that goes against divine law. Whereas, a transgression is an act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct; an offense.
Next, when we think of a sin, it has a lot to do with wrong doings in a person’s life. A transgression is when a person does something wrong intentionally. When we think of a transgression, this is something that is done with or without malice. The definition of the word malice is the intention or desire to do something evil.

Moreover, in some cases, a transgression is an intentional act or action on the part of a person, place, or thing. Sin itself is an intentional act as well. There are times when people do things without thinking. For example, on May 30, 1973, I had taken my first drink of alcohol. My mother told me and my siblings to stay away from the refrigerator.

Instead, I opened the refrigerator anyway just to see what was inside of it. As soon as I opened the refrigerator door, I saw my mother’s Miller’s Beer.  Afterwards, I opened a can of beer. I had taken one sip of beer, and I was intoxicated. I didn’t like it; I acquired a taste for it. As soon as my mother got home from the Club, she asked all of us in a sarcastic manner; who had drunk a can of her beer? I flat out denied it!! She smelled my breath, and she smacked me in my face. She told all of us to stay away from the refrigerator, but I had other intentions. Therefore, I had become an alcoholic; simply because of curiosity.

Eventually, my stepfather took me to the Club with him. I met all of my mother and stepfather’s friends at the Club. I was around grown people anyway. When it comes to sins and transgressions, I have had my share of them. From 1972 to 2015, I have had 43 years of troubles.

I have done so much in my life that my own family members do not talk to me anymore.  Anyway, the difference between a son and a transgression is that both of them are bad. On the other hand; the intentions of sins and transgressions tend to vary according to behavioral action. There are times when people do things without thinking about the consequences of their actions. In my case, I ended up joining street gangs, smoking cigarettes and marijuana at the age of 9. I ended up getting into trouble at school because I was hanging around the wrong crowd. When it comes to a sin and a transgression, we must look at the Bible.

In the Bible, it states that our sins has separated us from God. However, I want to inform everyone that God is merciful and just. He is slow to anger and abounding in mercy. I want to say that God has been good to me for the past 54 years. Even though, I have made a lot of mistakes during a 45 year period. God has given me a second chance at life. I am very happy that I have made amends with my mother and my siblings. I want to say that I am a whole lot happier right now than I was when I was in the streets.

God is good!! Please give Him a chance!! I had given Him a chance to be involved in my life. Currently, I am attending church on a regular basis. I am also reading the Bible, sharing the Good News with others, and making amends with everyone that I have wronged in my life. I have even made amends with all of my enemies. Thank you for reading my essay.

Numbers 14:9 says: Only don’t rebel against Yahweh, neither fear the people of the land; for they are bread for us: Their defense is removed from over them, and Yahweh is with us, don’t fear them.  The Lord God is protecting all of us, who enters the Land, which the Lord has bless us.  Always be careful and strong because God will protect us wherever we go.  I am not supposed to fear the people of the Land.  This is because their defenses have been removed from them.  Of I go somewhere, I am supposed to stand my ground against anything that is in my way.  I really understand that God has blessed us with a land that is filled with milk and honey �.  I really recite the Bible verse from 2nd Timothy 1:7, and it says that for God has not given us a Spirit of fear, but of love, power, and of a sound mind.  This is very serious because God is protecting all of us wherever we go.  God is real!!  He is always available anytime we need Him.  When I think of the Word of God, I know that it is my Sword of The Spirit.  I am supposed to protect myself against the devil’s schemes.  I will never disrespect God or other people in my life.  Lord God, please give me strength.

Micah 4:12 says: But they know not the thoughts of the Lord, neither understand His Counsel: For He shall gather them as sheaves into the floor.  I am going to say that I don’t know the Thoughts of the Lord.  I am only a vapor and a shadow that only last for a short period of time.  Psalm 144:4 says: Man is like a breath, and his days are a passing shadow.  I have to remember that God created us for a reason.  We might not know what our true purpose is in life, but God has the answer and plan for all of us.  I will admit that I didn’t know what my plan that God had for me.  This is because I didn’t ask Him.  Right now, I know what my purpose is right now for me.  God would like for me to repent of all of my sins, iniquities, and transgressions.  He wants me to share the Gospel of Peace with everyone.  God also want me to be a leader and not a follower.  I might not know what God is thinking about.  I might not understand His ways.  I have to be honest and truthful with everyone right now, by saying that I need help in this area of my life.  God wants me to serve others and Him.  I am serving Him by sharing my story with everyone who ask me.

Exodus 33:15-18 and New Testament Bible Verses that will assist with the essay.

Exodus 33:15-18 says: Then Moses said if you don’t personally go with us; don’t make us leave this place.  How will anyone know that you look favorably on me: on me and your people. If you don’t go with us?  For your presence sets your people and me apart from all the other people on the earth.  What this is saying is that we must learn how to respect the magesty of God.  It is better to have God with you than without Him.  The Lord is a good God.

The Lord God is the compass that will lead you in a right direction.  God will give you rest, as long as we obey Him.  God assisted Moses and the Israelites because of His Power, the people are protected.  This is a very easy essay to write. I know that I cannot do anything without Him.  God has really helped me through my AA Recovery.  I have been clean and sober for 32 years now.  I am very happy to have a long stretch of Sobriety.  I cannot do anything without Him.

Next, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.  I really love the name of the Lord.  I know that during Moses time, he lead all of the Israelites out of Egypt.  In the 21st Century, Ideology about God is becoming non-existent.  I remember when I was a little child, my grandparents told me to maintain a positive attitude about all things.  My mother told me to go and achieve the highest college degree that you can earn.

God is just: He will pay back trouble you and give relief to you who are troubled and to us as well.  This will happen when the Lord Jesus Christ is revealed from heaven in blazing fire with His powerful angels.  God is just and merciful. He has shown me Mercy and Grace for the past 32 years now.  I got tired of drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana as well.  If anyone hurt you, God will make things worse for your persecutors.

If you declare with your mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord and believe in your heart, that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.  For if your heart and believe, and are justified.  And it is with your mouth one confess your faith and are saved.  Anyone who believe in him, will never be put to shame.  God is just and merciful.  I love Him because He has already loved me.

You must be honest and truthful with Him at all times.  You must be born again.  Jesus answered, very truly I tell you that no one can enter the Kingdom of God unless they are born of water, and the Spirit.  Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to the Spirit.  Jesus Christ is absolutely right about being born again.  I am very happy to be able to accept God to the fullest.

God provides anyone with the knowledge of His Will and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please Him in every way.  Bearing fruit in every good work, growing up in the knowledge of God, being strengthens with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience.  I really love Him.  I cannot live without Him.

Exodus 33:15-18 and New Testament Bible Verses that will assist with the essay.

Exodus 33:15-18 says: Then Moses said if you don’t personally go with us; don’t make us leave this place.  How will anyone know that you look favorably on me: on me and your people. If you don’t go with us?  For your presence sets your people and me apart from all the other people on the earth.  What this is saying is that we must learn how to respect the magesty of God.  It is better to have God with you than without Him.  The Lord is a good God.

The Lord God is the compass that will lead you in a right direction.  God will give you rest, as long as we obey Him.  God assisted Moses and the Israelites because of His Power, the people are protected.  This is a very easy essay to write. I know that I cannot do anything without Him.  God has really helped me through my AA Recovery.  I have been clean and sober for 32 years now.  I am very happy to have a long stretch of Sobriety.  I cannot do anything without Him.

Next, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.  I really love the name of the Lord.  I know that during Moses time, he lead all of the Israelites out of Egypt.  In the 21st Century, Ideology about God is becoming non-existent.  I remember when I was a little child, my grandparents told me to maintain a positive attitude about all things.  My mother told me to go and achieve the highest college degree that you can earn.

God is just: He will pay back trouble you and give relief to you who are troubled and to us as well.  This will happen when the Lord Jesus Christ is revealed from heaven in blazing fire with His powerful angels.  God is just and merciful. He has shown me Mercy and Grace for the past 32 years now.  I got tired of drinking alcohol and smoking marijuana as well.  If anyone hurt you, God will make things worse for your persecutors.

If you declare with your mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord and believe in your heart, that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.  For if your heart and believe, and are justified.  And it is with your mouth one confess your faith and are saved.  Anyone who believe in him, will never be put to shame.  God is just and merciful.  I love Him because He has already loved me.

You must be honest and truthful with Him at all times.  You must be born again.  Jesus answered, very truly I tell you that no one can enter the Kingdom of God unless they are born of water, and the Spirit.  Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to the Spirit.  Jesus Christ is absolutely right about being born again.  I am very happy to be able to accept God to the fullest.

God provides anyone with the knowledge of His Will and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please Him in every way.  Bearing fruit in every good work, growing up in the knowledge of God, being strengthens with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience.  I really love Him.  I cannot live without Him.

Psalm 139:7 says: Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your Presence?  I really cannot go anywhere because You made me, clothed me, feed me food whenever I am hungry.  You knew me when I was inside of my mother’s womb.  You named me and you continue to bless me.  If you literally leave my Presence I will perish.  This means that I belong to you.  I am made out of clay and dust.  Psalm 103:14 says: You know my frame and You know that we are dust.  This is the truth because we are only dust, air and clay.  I cannot leave you because it will hinder me in the long run.  I start crying when I write an essay about You Lord Jesus.  I know that you want me to be honest and truthful with you all of the time.

Ñext, there is no place that I can go from You.  Lord Jesus, I will be making a fool out of myself if I try to run away from you.  Psalm 144:4 says Man is like a breath and his days are a shadow.  This is all that I am is a shadow or a vapor.  I might as well get used to Your Presence and Spirit.  I have to wait for you to give me something from heaven.  I am very content with You All of the time.  Lord Jesus I love you too much to let you go from me.

Moreover, I am rendered defenseless against you.. This is the reason why I am saying that it is not my will but Your Will. I am a for that cannot beat You. I am a person who understands what it is like to have a friend in You.  I am powerless against You.  I am powerless over people, places, and things.  I only have power over my own behavior.  If I have kids, I am in charge of my children.  I feel defeated right now.  I have to pray, read my Bible, and attend church on a regular basis.

Therefore I can not win against you even if we are playing chess and checkers, you will beat me really bad.  I am having breathing problems and other health problems that only You know about.  I am having lapses in memory right now.  The doctor already know it.  I am in very poor health right now.
Lord, please keep me in your prayers and thoughts because I have been hearing voices that are not the Holy Spirit.  The voices that I hear each day are women, who are cussing me out in English and Spanish.  I don’t know what to do about it.

I am very tired and sluggish right now.  The female voices are calling me a punk.  Lord why do I hear cusswords in English and Spanish?  Lord Jesus You know how long I am going to live anyway.  Please help me with the voices that I hear each day of the week.  Some people laugh at me because I am hearing voices.  Please help me.

Is it True That the Borrower is Servant to the Lender?

By: Anthony Joseph Hopkins/ February 13, 2020

        Praise The Lord Saints!! Praise The Lord!!  How are all of you doing today?  Fine, I hope.  I have a very important question to ask all of you.  Is it true that the borrower is servant to the lender?  This is a very serious question that I would like to ask all of you personally because I have a student loan, and I am having a very difficult time paying it off.  The interest of my student loan is 8%.  I know that I did not have any business taking out another loan; just to attend college at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.  I enrolled in college during the fall of 2003. 

           I borrowed the money in order to enroll at UNCC.  I was not eligible for any more grants that were available at the time.  Frankly, I was trying to acquire a second Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Social Work.  I understand that anytime that a person borrows money in any state, fashion or form, it is like being a slave all over again.  I really understand that I have to pay this money back in full.  However, I am very disappointed because the interest on my Jamison Loan is $80.00 dollars per month. 

Next, I want to inform all of you that it is true that the borrower is servant to the lender.  It might be a metaphor at the moment, but in reality, we have to pay off all of our debts.  It does not matter what they really are, we have to pay our debts.  I really understand that student loan debt is climbing each year.  I wish that I could have given the money back!!  I know that I only receive Social Security Disability right now.  I only earn $959.00 dollars per month right now.  I have over $850.00 dollars in bills each month.  I know that I have to pay my rent at the moment as well as life insurance, and other bills. 

Moreover, I have been going through financial hardships for the past 25 years now.  I will admit that the William and Fudge Collection Agency wants me to pay this loan off in full.  I have called this agency at their Rock Hill, South Carolina Office and they want me to pay at least $275.00 per month.  I have explained to them that I can only pay $50.00 per month.  I do not understand why these collection agencies are not willing to come to a complete compromise with me regarding my student loan.  I am only paying the interest instead of the principle amount.  This is a shame!! I guess I better go back to work just to pay this student loan.

        In Addition, there are people that I have allowed to borrow money from me, but they do not pay me back.  These people are called welshers right now.  To completely welsh, means to refuse to pay off your debts.  I have depleted my allotment when it comes to borrowing money from my life insurance right now.  I have asked William and Fudge Collection Agency can I pay the amount that I have agreed in the very beginning!!  I have to do what is absolutely necessary in order to pay off all of my debts.

Finally, I want to inform everyone that have debts to pay to make payment arrangements with all of your creditors in person.  When it comes to handling things over the telephone is pointless right now.  I have to get on my knees and pray to Jesus Christ to help me to pay off all of my debts.  Do you know that birds of a feather flock together?  This is a wise saying that people who are of certain status tend to affiliate with one another.  When it comes to socioeconomic status in the United States as well as other countries, the poor will always go through hell in life.  I also will admit that a person cannot establish a relationship with the opposite sex; if you are having hardships in any state, fashion, and form.

 This is serious because my ex-wife used me for my money at a period of time during our relationship.  She was buying street drugs with my money instead of paying bills for our residence.  There are some women and men who will completely drain you of all of your resources.  They do not care.  Some of the people that I was affiliated with were very apathetic.  This is the reason why I would like for everyone to please keep me in your prayers because I am physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially suffering right   

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I looked, and behold, a white horse, and he who sat on it had a bow; and a crown was given to him, and he went out conquering and to conquer.

Revelation 6:2(NASB)

Verse Thoughts

The wages of sin is death, and the only way for man to be saved is EITHER – to live a perfect, sinless life, OR – to accept God’s offer of salvation, for the forgiveness of sin, through Jesus Christ. The first way is impossible for sinful man, leaving only one way to be declared righteous by God and gain salvation – by grace through faith in Jesus.

There are NONE that are good! There are NONE that live a perfect, sinless life! NONE can keep every jot and tittle of God’s perfect Law, for ALL have sinned. ALL fall short of God’s glory because we are born sinners. ALL need a Saviour, and the price of everyman’s sin, from Adam onwards, was paid at Calvary’s Cross, such that whosoever believes on HIM, will not perish, but have everlasting life.

God’s offer of salvation, for the forgiveness of sin and life everlasting, is open to ALL. It is given as a free gift to all who believe. God’s gracious offer is open to everyone. No-one is excluded. Every man and woman has an opportunity to glorify God and believe in His only begotten Son. Those who believe are not condemned, but those who do not believe are condemned already, and will face the full force of God’s great anger and wrath, because of their unbelief in the only begotten Son of God.

Christians are not appointed to God’s wrath, because Christ took the punishment we deserve. Christians will not go into the Great Tribulation, which is the destiny of all who will not believe. Christians will be removed, at the Rapture – before God’s fury is poured out on a God-hating, Christ-rejecting, sinful world – at the start of the ‘Great and Terrible Day of the Lord’. And it will happen at God’s appointed time.

In HEAVEN, it will begin when the Lamb on the throne, takes the seven-sealed scroll from the hand of the Almighty, and breaks the first of seven seals. However, on earth, it will be triggered when the man of sin confirms a covenant with Israel, for one week of years – for 7 years – the 70th week of Daniel.

As the book of Revelation unfolds, we see John, the author of Revelation, raptured into heaven after delivering Christ’s letters to the seven churches. He was ordered to, “come up here”, where he saw the Ancient of Days surrounded by multitudes of angels, 4 living creatures, and 24 elders, worshipping before the throne. He watched as the Lamb took the scroll and began to unseal the first of the seven seals. This is the trigger point for the great and terrible Day of the Lord. “There was a noise like  thunder, and John heard one of the four beasts speak and say, ‘COME!'”

It was at this critical point, when John heard that command to ‘come’, that he looked and beheld a white horse. He noted that “the rider, on the white horse had a bow in his hand. He watched as a victor’s crown was given to him, and this rider went out conquering and to conquer.” A white horse generally signifies, peace, purity, and righteousness, but this rider will come impersonating Christ, the true Prince of Peace, Who also rides a white horse.

The rider John sees astride a white horse, is a satanic deceiver who gives the appearance of being a man of peace, when in reality, he is the prophesied man of lawlessness, whom Paul describes as “the son of perdition” – the son of Satan, who will deceive, and maim, and kill a multitude of men without number.

This man carries a bow, without any mention of arrows. This is done to lull an unsuspecting world into a false sense of peace and security. But his real motive is to go forth conquering and to conquer, for in his wake, there follows war, famine, pestilence, and death. The rider on the white horse is a trickster, giving the appearance of a man of peace who is going to usher in world safety and prosperity for all. However, when he rides onto the world scene, he will come as a victor, intent on conquering and controlling.

The crown on his head is not the royal diadem of a king. His crown is an imperial crown of a conquering dictator, which is to display hisd his mission to impose one-world totalitarian authority over the souls of the men he deceived. The mission of this satanic tyrant is not to bring peace to a weary, war-torn world but to kill and to maim, and to set his throne above God. 

He will attempt to make himself like the Most High God. He will enter the rebuilt Temple of God, and desecrate it with an abomination that causes desolation, as foretold by the prophets, Daniel. But HALLELUJAH – the Lord Jesus will destroy him with the breath of His mouth and will bring him to nothing with the brightness of His coming. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.

My Prayer

Heavenly Father, how I praise and thank You for your goodness and grace. I sing of Your wonderful love, and thank You for your never-failing mercy, holiness, tenderness, and grace towards each of Your children. Thank You, that we are not appointed to wrath, and I pray that many more would come to faith in Christ, before that great and terrible Day of the Lord. Fulfil Your plans and purposes I pray, and bring the enemy to nothing – so that Your glory may be seen in all the earth. I ask this in Jesus’ name, AMEN.