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At the Crossroads or In the Crosshairs?

Through the Looking GlassOver two hundred years ago, Thomas Jefferson spoke these words:

I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that His justice cannot sleep forever.

For the last several years, we have heard a lot about change. But change, strictly for the sake of change, is not necessarily a good thing. Society thinks it is being progressive by becoming more socially open-minded. But with issues such as gay marriage and abortion on the forefront, America is at a crossroads.

BibleSo, what does God think? What does His word say?

The Bible makes it clear that God is holy, that He is just, and that He never changes. When we don’t see His hand of judgment, could it be that His silence is not necessarily a sign that He approves of what we are doing?

Could it, in fact, be that He is simply giving us another chance to turn our hearts and our country back to Him?

By taking a stand on an issue (or issues) that opposes God’s Word, are we merely standing at the crossroads of history, or are we standing in the crosshairs of judgment?

I have a word for the church and the nation this coming Sunday (5/26/2013). I hope you will join me at Abba’s House, or by watching online at http://abbashouse.com/pages/page.asp?page_id=136360

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The Mystery of The Hiram Code

Anyone who knows me, or has watched my program Ron Phillips from Abba’s House for any length of time, knows two things about me:

I love Israel. God said of Israel, “I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse those who curse you“. The nation of Israel and the Jewish people have always been close to my heart. I have traveled to Israel over a dozen times. We are a part of The One New Man partnership with Rabbi Curt Landry’s ministry (The House of David, in Tulsa, Ok). We have invested time, resources, and energy into bringing our viewers products made exclusively in Israel, such as The King’s Oil, as well as the tallits (prayer shawls) our ministry offers. Every time someone buys one of these products from our ministry, it blesses the people of Israel.

I am fascinated by archaeology and science.  I love the way God reveals Himself and proves His Word through nature around us, as well as through archaeology and studying the past. In my more than 6 decades of life, I have learned that if skeptics and critics will simply be honest and look at the FACTS, the Bible will come out as being EXACTLY what it is… the historically-accurate account of the love of God to man – the true, living, and infallible Word of God.

   Hiram TombWith that being said, unlocking the secrets of The Hiram Code was something I dove into with both feet! The more I read and studied, the more fascinating and intriguing it became. The revelations that scientists have made in recent years are shattering our understanding of our own history. For example, did you know…

… that the ancient craftsmen Phoenicians intermarried with the Jewish tribes of Dan, Naphtali, and Zebulun?

… that the Cherokee Indians share 26 genetic markers with the Phoenicians, and 5 with the Jewish people?

Los Lunas… that depleted gold mines in the Eastern United States, as well as depleted copper mines in Michigan, have been discovered that pre-date Columbus?

… that a stone containing Hebraic writing was discovered in Los Lunas, NM? The Los Lunas stone also pre-dates Columbus.

What is more is that The Hiram Code also holds valuable secrets that can unlock blessing in our lives today…

How can we release prosperity as a nation?

How do we become disqualified for blessings and favor?

How can we be assured of walking in the Presence of God?

Watch this clip…

Want to learn more about The Hiram Code, and the implications it can have, not only on your life, but also on the future of America?

As a special offer from Ron Phillips Ministries, we are offering my teaching, The Hiram Code & Anointing, as well as a tallit (made in Israel) for your personal devotion and prayer time. For more information or to order, click here.

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May Grab Bag Winner

“God is good, and this win a timely gift!” was the reply we received from Shannon when she found out that she has won.

A BIG congratulations to Shannon in Virginia for being our May Monthly Grab Bag winner.

As the winner of our May drawing, Shannon will receive The Mother’s Day Collection, including …

Mother's Day SpecialRebuilding Broken Families: A book by Pastors Ron & Paulette Phillips that will give you steps on how to shore-up the sagging timbers of the foundation of your home, and get your family on solid footing on the Firm Foundation.

Esther: Pastor Paulette Phillips looks at the life of Esther, and shows us how God can work through the circumstances of our lives to prepare us for our destinies.

Be Still – Songs from the Secret Place: More than a recording project, this is a recorded moment in time… an encounter with God and a musical interpretation given by the Holy Spirit. Put this CD by Angie McGregor on, be still, and allow yourself to be swept away to the secret place of the Most High.

There’s a new giveaway each month, but you can’t win if you don’t enter.

“But how do I enter???” you say.

I’m glad you asked!

Just sign up to follow The Heart of Abba blog by clicking the “follow” button under “Follow my Blog”. Give us your email address, and you’re entered. All you have to do is enter once, and every month, you are automatically entered into the drawing.

So thanks again, Shannon – we’re glad to have you as a viewer! Enjoy the additions to your library and your listening collection!

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Prioritizing Your Passion

Through the Looking GlassFormer Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir was known for her wit and her wisdom. She once said…

“Let me tell you something that we Israelis have against Moses. He took us 40 years through the desert in order to bring us to the one spot in the Middle East that has no oil!”

Though at times accused of governing from her emotions, she replied…

“It’s no accident many accuse me of conducting public affairs with my heart instead of my head. Well, what if I do? Those who don’t know how to weep with their whole heart don’t know how to laugh either.”

That is advice we as Christians would do well to remember. We can laugh and claim that “the joy of the Lord is our strength”. We can dance as David danced, and throw ourselves into unrestrained worship at the drop of a hat. However, if we can’t weep for the hurting in this world – if we cannot burn with hearts of conviction for the least, the last, and the lost -  how can we claim to be passionate for any of the things of God?

In Romans, we are encouraged to “rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep”.  If we as the Church cannot show compassion to a world that Jesus died to save, we should probably re-examine whether the title “church” belongs on our door.

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May Grab Bag

It is the 10th of the month, and you know what that means…

Mother's Day SpecialThis month’s Grab Bag winner has been selected! The email has been sent, and we are waiting to hear back from our lucky winner.

So….

If you are a “follower” of the Heart Of Abba, check your email… you might be the winner!

If not, why not? You can’t win if you don’t sign up. Just click  the “follow” button on the right, give us your email, and you’re eligible… it’s that simple.

Hope everyone has a great weekend, and a wonderful Mother’s Day!

Pastor Ron

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Honoring Mom

Mom.

We all have one. Your mother might be the “All-American Mom”, resembling June Cleaver, Clair Huxtable, or Carol Brady. She might be the epitome of grace, virtue, wisdom, and beauty. She might be the picture of grace under pressure who, in the face of difficulty, eschews panic…  instead opting for words of wisdom:

“Six kids and no noise. THAT’S what’™s the matter with that… I’ve never heard such a loud silence.” ~ Carol Brady… The Brady Bunch

“And THAT, young man, is what marriage is made of: it is give-and-take… fifty-fifty. And if you don’t get it together, and drop these macho attitudes, you are never gonna have anybody bringing you anything anywhere any place any time EVER.” ~ Claire Huxtable… The Cosby Show

“Wally, you never use not and hardly together. Either you’re not doing anything, or you’re hardly doing anything.” ~ June Cleaver… Leave It To Beaver

“You’ll shoot your eye out.” ~ Mrs. Parker… A Christmas Story

Or…

You may have a mom rooted in the reality of family life, grounded in the grit of the “daily grind” of a job outside the home, and content to trade in the “SuperMom” spandex and super-hero gadgetry for a juice-stained blouse, a minivan, and a Cuisinart… answering to the titles “medic”, “cook”, “cleaner”, “banker”,  “enforcer”, and “sage”.

Whatever side of the spectrum your mom falls on, she is – first and foremost – your mom. You love her, admire her, respect her, and cherish her…

Or, at least you should.

Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise— “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” ~ Ephesians 6:2-3

“The first commandment with a promise”. Wow! God places such a high value on the position of parents that the commandment to honor them is the first one tied to a promise. Even though the idea of giving mom a special day is a comparatively new idea (May 8, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a resolution designating the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day), the Bible places value on honoring mom as far back as the time of Moses. Exodus 20:12 says…

Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.

While I know that not everyone has the blessing of being raised by loving, Godly parents, I am thankful for mine. I was raised by Gladys. She was a no-foolishness kind of woman. She commanded respect, demanded obedience, and did it all with a firm hand and a loving heart. Regardless of where we were on any given day, come Sunday, we were in church. Even during a time that my father was far from God, drowning in the “black sea of alcoholism”, my mom was the rock. She determined that ours would be a Christian home, held my siblings and I to obedience to Him, and “did without” personally so that we would have what we needed. Because of her prayers and example, my father forsook alcohol, embraced the Cross of Jesus, and finished his life strong as a servant of God. And although Gladys is no longer with us, we are blessed to still have Pauline, my wife’s wonderful mother, with us. Having both been raised by Godly mothers has contributed deeply into making us the people we are today.

Ron & Paulette2This Sunday, May 12, 2013, is Mother’s Day. What can you do to show honor to your mother? What way can you say “thank you” to your mother, and let her know that you value the life, love, and sacrifice she has shown you over the years?

Be creative. I hope that you can express yourself in a way commensurate with the promises God has made to you for your obedience to Him… and your mom.

So, to my wonderful wife Paulette – the mother of three of the best kids in the world – and all of the other hard-working moms reading this… May you have a blessed and happy Mother’s Day!

Pastor Ron

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When Truth is Stranger Than Fiction

Through the Looking Glass

The Tsavo Man-Eaters ("The Ghost" and "The Darkness") on display at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, IL

The Tsavo Man-Eaters (“The Ghost” and “The Darkness”) on display at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, IL

The movie The Ghost and the Darkness is based on the true story of two man-eating lions (named “The Ghost” and “The Darkness”) who attack a railroad crew in Africa. In reality, it was estimated that these beasts killed over 100 people before they were finally hunted down and killed by Lt. Col. John Henry Patterson in 1898. The by-line of the movie states that…

“Only the most incredible parts of the story are true”.


Mark Twain once said that “Truth is stranger than fiction, but it is because fiction is obliged to stick to possibilities… truth isn’t”.

As Christians, we must hold on to the truth of God’s Word. While society may tell us that the truth is subjective, and is constantly changing, we have a golden standard by which we live. If what we are being told – by society, the media, or even some churches – does not line up with the Word of God, quite simply, it’s not truth. God will never contradict Himself. He is the same… yesterday, today, and forever.

The “User’s Manual” for life is the Holy Word of God… the Bible. The answers are there — all we have to do is take the time to look.