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Each Thursday on The End Times Chronicles Substack channel, we will be posting some of the more popular episodes of Jack the Journey Adventures. To listen to all 130 episodes in chronological order, visit Jack’s website.

In Jack’s last adventure, the Lion of Judah had a very long talk with Jack.  He explained who this false prophet was that had encountered Jack on the gold brick road.  Jack learned some very, very important details about what a lukewarm church sounds like and what kinds of teachings they would try to teach the people.  The Lion of Judah also showed Jack in a vision of exactly what the Lion of Judah was going to do with this church.  But he was encouraged by the Lion of Judah to make sure he spoke to anyone and everyone on the pathway with a challenge to come back through repentance.  To come back to the Lion of Judah for truth where the true riches, the true wealth, were waiting for them.  In our next adventure here with Jack, we will find out something very interesting about false prophets and teachers.

LUKEWARM BELIEVERS ON THE ROAD

NARRATOR: After Jack woke up in the morning, he did what he does almost every single day of His life, and that is, he drank from the fruit of the Holy Spirit, his fruity-tooty-dat-n-duty, and he ate from his Bread of Life.  If you remember, the Bread of Life is actually the body of Jesus Christ, and that Bread of Life is actually taking the nutrition of eternity and making it real in Jacks’s life.  He got up, he put his armor on, and he grabbed his sword and his shield, and he readied himself for an adventure that the Lion of Judah had for him on this day.  Jack was quite curious as to what this adventure was going to be particularly since he had an encounter with one of the false prophets of the lukewarm church.  Here’s what happened to Jack today.

JACK: Oh boy, that was a good night’s sleep.  Um, let’s see.  Lion of Judah what do we have on our schedule for today?

NARRATOR: Jack opened up his map, and as he opened up his map, he looked to see exactly what the Lion of Judah had for him that day.  As Jack looked upon the map, he saw a red “X” on the gold brick that was coming up which was glowing, so Jack touched it.  As he touched it, the words became visible for Jack to see what the mission was for his day, and here is what it said: 

JACK: The false prophets are among the people just as there will also be false teachers around me. Okay, that’s interesting. These false prophets and teachers will secretly tell other believers, those who are born-again lies deceiving them. What?  Are you kidding me?  The actual born-again believers are going to be deceived.  Oh boy, this is not good. 

Okay, it goes on to say here, Even denying the Lion of Judah. Oh boy, this is really not good.  It also says, they’re bringing destruction and harm upon themselves because they believe these things, and many will follow these bad teachings because they have forgotten the way of truth, which is the Lion of Judah.  They have become greedy, and they write, speak, and do things that promote false words. 

Oh boy! And this is why destruction will come while they’re sleeping. Now that is interesting. I, the Lion of Judah, will bring you to someone on the side of the gold brick road, which you need to speak to because they are worshiping angels instead of worshiping Me as the Lion of Judah.  And they are destined to go to hell, to the pit of darkness if they do not receive Me and return to Me.  But, warning, Jack, these people that you will speak to will try to destroy you.  Be on your guard.  Use your sword, and do not harm them, but only call upon the throne of the Living God to protect and guide you with the right words.  Hmmm?   

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Civil wars, which are armed conflicts between self-justified biased groups within the same country, can have profound and lasting impacts on a nation and its people - including the religious, faithless, haters, lovers of country & God. In the end, it doesn’t matter.

HATE-FILLED OPINIONATES HAVE TAKEN OVER

Civil wars often result in significant loss of life, displacement of people, and destruction of infrastructure of its moral backbone. Moreover, civil wars can destabilize a region, leading to economic decline and humanitarian crises that ultimately require an outside leader/group to step forward with a “peace” plan.

In 2023, America was deluded into such a civil war!

Sociologists have determined since the drummed-up fiasco of COVID, America and the world have degenerated into a world of HATE. A hate that has not been noted in a global society since the beginning of recorded history.

The causes of civil wars are not as complex and multifaceted as most think, often rooted in political, social, religious, or economic grievances. Hosting all the ingredients for a global socialist governing system. It is believed that resolving these conflicts requires not only a cessation of hostilities but also addressing the underlying issues through dialogue, reconciliation, and inclusive governance through an external power that promises world peace. It’s a reminder of the importance of understanding authentic PEACE, Biblical prophecies, and the preservation of unity within the Body of Jesus Christ. Recently, I had a fellow eschatologist impart these words to me:

Stephen, today the people will hate us, try to ignore our warnings, dismiss the prophecies of our Lord. Soon, and very soon, we will be the ones who they run to for answers. Sadly, for most, it will be too late. Remain faithful, Stephen!

While I respect this brother, these words provided me little comfort.

The Holy Bible, for all indwelt believers, is a source of spiritual encouragement, warnings, guidance, and wisdom. Unfortunately, when it comes to prophecy, their minds slip into resistive silence. Why? Biblical prophecies are often interpreted as divine revelations or predictions about future events that are TOO weighty for the average believer. While most “following” Christians believe that these prophecies provide important lessons and insights that can help guide personal conduct and decision-making, they negate the reality of prophecies in their daily work, and political, financial, and religious behaviors. Listening to or studying these prophecies can be embraced as a way to deepen one’s faith, gain spiritual insight, find comfort, or lead others to the indwelling LIFE of Jesus.

Anyone who studies the art of war knows that the first step in victory is to ignite a civil war within the country that war is to be declared.

Civil wars often stem from deep-seated grievances and hatred within a society - typically through religious, and sexual diversity, political oppositions, and economic divisions. When hatred and intolerance towards different groups within a country escalate, it will always lead to violence and, in extreme cases, civil war. In due time, this causes the people to turn on one another. This underscores the fostering of a societal attitude of a lack of understanding, advancing disrespect, and opinionating versus healthy dialogues. Thus, with the help of social media platforms, countries implode in and upon themselves, resulting in riots, murder, and depraved ideologies.

If a local culture does not address disagreements and disparities through peaceful means, promoting unity and cohesion, civil war becomes the only option in the minds of the people.

TRUE PEACE IS ONLY FOUND IN JESUS CHRIST

A society that values spiritual morality and inclusivity can help prevent the escalation of conflicts into violent confrontations. For those new to the word inclusive, it is a quality that includes all types of people, and their input to be integrated into the discussions of maintaining the nationality they represent. Therefore, it’s essential for every citizen, particularly the Christian community, to play a part in maintaining a partnership of harmony under the banner of national security within their country minimally - even if the people are polar opposites in beliefs. Remember, a house divided against itself cannot stand.

Sadly, by all given sociological standards, America is beyond such reasonable solutions. Most countries are. When this happens, an outside political peacekeeping organization is in need of stepping in the co-facilitate such resolve, as in the purpose and historical actions of the United Nations. This was Woodrow Wilson’s purpose in establishing the UN. He lived with the constant fear of America imploding DUE to their freedoms. Well, Mr. President, America is in the cuffs of such fears.

NOW, THE ESSENTIAL PROPHECIES

While America and 99.4 percent of the world’s countries are not mentioned in our Lord’s prophecies, each of those countries is a strategic member in ushering in a world peacekeeper that can and will, offer a global solution to nations that cannot resolve their infighting - civil wars. Sadly, America leads the pack in such divergent sociological conflicts.

America is about to encounter its greatest test of sovereignty and independence. The 2024 elections are that timebomb marker. Voting is critical; however, no matter which candidate wins, the country is set for a civil war either way. If the conservatives win, the liberals will step up to form their own kind of January six revolt. If the liberals win, the conservatives will call forth their militia. Either case, our nation will never be the same. In both cases, our nation will be put in the position of needing an outsider to tame its people.

In reviewing our Lord’s essential prophecies in Revelation, God Himself hands over the entire world to a global peacekeeper - the Antichrist. This will be demonstrated in the FIFTH BOWL OF JUDGMENT. Darkness and pain flood the earth (Rev. 16:10-11). Satan’s epicenter on earth is the target for the fifth bowl judgment – darkness, pain, and suffering. While most assume the Antichrist and the False Prophet will rule from the headquarters of the European Union, Satan himself will most likely house himself in the place of God’s original Holy Temple - Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Since Satan was bound to the Garden area, this is likely his place of rule. Contained in this bowl is a pouring out of a level of darkness that humanity has not encountered up to this moment. It is such a dark period of humanity that the masses chew their tongues due to an inability to cope with pain. No human alive in the past, present, or future can define the level of darkness the world will face during this phase of the End Times – not even John, the writer of Revelation.

The America our forefathers came to love and protect is gone. It is a vapor of their memories of hope.

Can we save her? Sure. However, in the saving of the foundation of America, civil war is inevitable. Can we reverse the course of hatred in our land of the free? Nope! Hatred is a cancer that is incurable outside of being indwelt by Jesus Christ. Since the conversion rate of salvations in Christ is at its all-time low, the odds are that we need to buckle up and ready ourselves for a rough ride.

Know this: this old-timer will spread the love, GRACE, and compassion of Christ until my final breath - no soul unturned, no heart rejected, and no rest until the Gospel rings out in the ears of all humanity.

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PREEMINENT

Preeminent, what a nasty word - at least regarding the dark side. The term has Latin roots and derives from ‘minere,’ which means “paramount” or “mountain.” Today it is used to depict a person of unquestionable rank or supremacy. Meaning no one can rise above their control. Thus, preeminence is the supreme force that dominates a culture. -PHINNEY

Cultural Preeminent Darkness: Groundbreaking Cultural Documentary Set to Premiere on the End Times Chronicles Substack.

April 2, 2024 — We are thrilled to announce the upcoming premiere of our groundbreaking cultural documentary. This compelling 30-episode Documentary Series offers an in-depth exploration of diverse cultures that rise against Christianity, aiming to foster understanding, challenges, and a transformational worldview.

The documentary features interviews with cultural experts, historians, and community members, providing viewers with a rich tapestry of insights and perspectives. It delves into cultural movements, Biblical traditions, Christ-centered teachings by Dr. Stephen Phinney, and more - showcasing the TRUTH behind depraved delusional movements while directing viewers back to the basics of the Word of God - disrobing the complexity of cultural movements from around the world.

NEW EARTH ENTERPRISES: “We believe in the power of storytelling to bridge gaps and build connections,” says the director. “Our goal with this documentary is to celebrate a Christ-centered view of the rise of cultural diversity and promote mutual respect and understanding of how Jesus Christ views humanity and their problematic solutions.”

The film is set to premiere on April 2, 2024, on Substack’s popular End Times Chronicles & the ministry’s YouTube channel. It will also be available for streaming on various platforms shortly after the premiere of episode one.

We invite everyone to join us in this enlightening journey and look forward to sharing this remarkable cultural exploration with audiences worldwide.

For more information about the documentary or the premiere, please contact IOM America today, HERE.

Lion of Judah Films is a dynamic and innovative production company committed to creating impactful films, documentaries, and teaching docudramas that inspire, educate, and promote transformation in Christ. We believe in the transformative power of the Holy Spirit through visual storytelling to shed light on individual’s experiences and perspectives of life.

For up-to-date Press Releases, visit the Preeminent website HERE.

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Dying to self is a TRUTH that is found throughout the Bible. It involves putting aside our own selfish desires and living a life that is found in releasing the Holy Spirit from within - that is focused on serving God and others.

Dying to self brings numerous benefits to our spiritual lives. It allows us to experience true freedom from the bondage of our selfish wants and desires. It opens the door for personal growth and transformation as we set aside our lives and release Christ’s Life. Dying to self also brings us closer to God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit and enables us to experience His love, joy, and peace in greater measure.

In order to die to self, we must first recognize that our natural inclination is to obey our flesh and put ourselves first. We must then make a conscious effort to put Jesus and others before ourselves. This involves surrendering our own will and desires to the Holy Spirit and allowing Him to work in us and through us.

Here are some Bible verses that highlight the importance of dying to self:

“Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me’” (Matthew 16:24).

“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me” (Galatians 2:20).

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves” (Philippians 2:3).

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The seven praises of Revelation are expressions of worship and adoration to God and the Lamb (Jesus Christ) by various groups of heavenly beings, such as angels, elders, and living creatures. They are found in different chapters of the book of Revelation, and they usually consist of seven attributes or TRUTHS that are ascribed to God and the Lamb, such as blessing, glory, wisdom, thanksgiving, honor, power, and might. Three primary examples of the seven praises of Revelation are:

Revelation 5:12: The angels, elders, and living creatures praise the Lamb, saying, “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!”

Revelation 7:12: The angels, elders, and living creatures praise God, saying, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen.”

Revelation 15:3-4: The saints who overcame the beast praise God, saying, “Great and marvelous are Your works, Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the saints! Who shall not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. For all nations shall come and worship before You, for Your judgments have been manifested.”

The seven praises of Revelation reflect the perfection and majesty of God and the Lamb and the gratitude and reverence of the redeemed and the heavenly hosts. They also anticipate the final victory and consummation of God’s kingdom, when every creature will join in the chorus of praise to the one who sits on the throne and to the Lamb.

Whether you believe it or not, when indwelt believers arrive in Heaven, each is going to be in the ranks of those who sing praises unto the King of kings. One single fact always remains: believers will spend eternity praising God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit with eternal triumphant praise. All will praise our Husband, Jesus, directly as the ONE who has redeemed authentic Christians. Worship on earth is a rehearsal of sorts to ready us for this eternal mindset of the Seven Praises.

The most honorable and highest privilege for God’s selected Bride for His Son is to exalt Him with continual praise. After all, He is the source and empowered ONE to receive our praises. Throughout eternity, when we praise, we are going to be singing and shouting songs of rejoicing to the Lamb of God, our beloved Husband. Our eternal attitude will be in thanksgiving of God the Father delivering unto us a Redeemer and Lord who is now called the Lion of the tribe of Judah…

More on January 16th.

"Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the victor's crown, the life God has promised to those who love Him." James 1:12

As workers, you probably understand the importance of having a toolbox equipped with the exact tools you need to accomplish the task you have set out to do.  There is nothing more frustrating than wanting to do some projects around the home and not having the necessary tools. 

In the same way, we need a spiritual toolbox packed with the proper tools to accomplish the eternal project that God has set before us as believers.  This is the underlying purpose of this Study Guide – to provide practical, useful information and insight into waging war against the powers of darkness that seem to bind us.  The world, the flesh, and the devil will be continuously defeated if we use the weapons of our warfare effectively.  The Lord Jesus has provided all the tools we need.  He has already secured our daily victory.  The tools His Father gave Him to "fight off" the enemy are the same tools He has made available to us.  But it remains our responsibility to activate these weapons by the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit. 

"Consider mine enemies, for they are many; and they hate me with cruel hatred." Psalms 25:19 NKJV

The subject of aggressive spiritual warfare against the world, the flesh, and the devil is becoming increasingly important.  We live in a degrading society that makes fleshly things more accessible than ever before.  Many, if not most, are giving themselves to rampant abandonment and indulgence in fleshly sins.  The enemy is pushing for conformity to his image through the power of media, unhealthy relationships, and an overwhelming influx of opportunities to please ourselves.  Satan and his demonic kingdom relentlessly press their battle against believers and all of God's provisions of freedom.

The primary emphasis of this study is on practical spiritual instruction rather than theoretical exhortation.  Christians need to know how to fight a good fight.  Believers in our culture today are untrained in the most critical battle of life – the battle for the soul.  We will focus on the use of the objective, the absolute truth of the Word of God - your Sword - and not subjective or emotional experience.  

"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual {forces} of wickedness in the heavenly {places.}" Ephesians 6:12

Indwelt Christians tend to battle what they see.  This includes our wives, rebellious children, unfaithful friends, employers, employees, etc.  The first thing you must embrace before starting this study is that we do not fight flesh and blood, but powers of darkness.  Satan simply uses and abuses what we see to destroy God's ordained leadership of the home, community, nation, and world.  He hates leadership.  He knows that through leadership comes authority, and through authority comes power.

THIS IS NOT A LAUGHING MATTER

Satan has successfully used the world and all of its influences to bring a light-hearted attitude and mindset regarding the kingdom of darkness.  Just take a look at the enormous volume of books, movies, video games, T-shirts, music, toys, television, advertisements, the internet, fashions, jewelry, and coarse, silly jesting that we are bombarded with wherever we turn!

The desensitization about Satan and his role in man's sins is a subtle but strategic attack on God's divine creation – His blessed children.  The enemy of this world sees to it that the world (his domain) laughs him off with indifference.  Always remember this callousness is the most potent tool the enemy has in defusing God's serious plan of redemption.  Christians ought never to entertain crude joke-making, purchase degrading media products, or light-heartedly support Satan in any way.  While believers need to exercise care in not assigning all of their wrongdoing as Satan's responsibility, we must, with biblical insight, understand the limited power of Satan and his kingdom.  Oppression and bondage is not a joking matter.

The key to the believer's emphasis on spiritual warfare must be based on a Biblical approach to the subject.  Subjective feelings, emotional desires, and fervent sincerity are not sufficient weaponry against an enemy that laughs in the face of your intents.  He yields no ground to emotion or sincerity.  He retreats only from the authority and power that has been given to the Christian through his/her union with the Lord Jesus Christ and the absolute truth of the Word of God.  An illustration worth remembering is this.  If I were to give you a sharp two-edged sword and a butter knife, which would you use to fight an assailant?   Dumb question?  I don't think so!  Your logical male side would choose the sharp, two-edged Sword.  However, in reality, when we do not use the Word of God to fight off the enemy, we are primarily using a butter knife to war against an enemy that slings a ball and chain. 

"Take . . . the Sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." Ephesians 6:17b

We have two primary offensive weapons to use against Satan.  They are the word of God and the power of prayer.  When you put the two of these together, you have the most intimidating weapon known to the enemy.  He knows he has been "had" when a man of God masters the art of using the Word of God in the power of prayer.  Hey, I'm all about turning the tables on this relentless enemy!  How about you?

Just as in preparing for battle in "real" life, it would not be wise for you to draw your Sword and start fighting until you put your armor on.  We need to learn how to do that practically.  Only when we are battle-ready should we pick up our swords, pray, and fight.

I pray that you are beginning to see our critical need for the Word of God and prayer.  The Sword of the Spirit, God's Word, is living and active.  These are not words on a page.  They are life-giving Words from the mouth of a living God!  Use your words, and you die.  Use God's Words you live. It's as simple as that!

" For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and Spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Hebrews 4:12

The Word is eternal, just as God Himself is eternal.  Just as God is omnipotent (all-powerful), so does His Word have all the needed power to defeat the enemy and to accomplish God's will.  Just as God is immutable, so the Word of God will never change.  Just as our Lord is omnipresent, so His Word is always there and ready to be used in every situation.  Just as God is Holy, so His Word is Holy.  The bottom line is this: His Word is living, active, and sharper than any two-edged sword.  The enemy hates hearing it.  Jesus used it to fight off temptation.  You can't survive without it.

As a sword, the Word has the power to penetrate the life of every being that hears it, and that includes the enemy.  It is meant to do corrective surgery within the soul, Spirit, thoughts, attitudes, and body of all who hear it.  This is the secret of its power against the enemy.  As you use it, the Word can penetrate, cleanse, and change the lives of those who embrace it as Truth.  This is why it cuts away at the grip of the enemy.  There is nothing more powerful, and there is certainly no substitute for persistent, steady, consistent application of coming against the enemy.  Even Jesus, the Son of God, used the written Word in the wilderness to fight off Satan.  What worked for the Son of the living God will certainly do no less for us!

"Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan and was led around by the Spirit in the wilderness for forty days being tempted by the devil. And He ate nothing during those days, and when they had ended, He became hungry.  And the devil said to Him, 'If You are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.'"  Luke 4:1-3

The importance of doctrinal Truth and doctrinal praying is given to us by God to use daily.  Doctrine, God's unchanging Truth, is mighty in defeating our enemies.  This Truth must get deep into the hearts of all believers.  This can only come about as we gain an understanding of the Holy Word of God and then use that Word aggressively in our lives.  The following material will help keep doctrinal Truth in the forefront of your warfare activities.

Typically speaking, I am not one who advocates following "steps" to embrace freedom.  However, when it comes to deliverance from strongholds in our lives, I see a definite need for a plan to follow these suggestions word for word faithfully; they will equip you and build a foundation for your soul.  The Holy Spirit will aggressively act to guard your heart against your enemies.

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Many of our Substack readers do not realize that the End Times Chronicles is an outreach of the IM eCommunity Network. Our network hosts a plethora of publications and media that are not hosted on Substack. In saying that, frequently, we must provide links to external sources to provide a full range of opportunities to grow in Christ - the series “Indwelling Spiritual Gifts” is one of those provisions. We hope you sign up for our weekly IM eCommunity emails.

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). The Holy Spirit is just as much alive today as He was when the New Testament was written. Before we move forward in exploring the dynamics of Knowing Our Spiritual Gifts, we need to accept all the work of God through the Holy Spirit in modern times, just as the disciples were called to accept the work of the Holy Spirit over two thousand years ago.

IGNORANCE IS NOT BLISS

Understanding and knowing what God says about Spiritual Gifts is the starting place of our journey. Even though man has many opinions about the topic, God has plenty to say about His gifts to us – after all, He is the giver of these gifts.

Many Christians choose to “stay in the dark” as to the full understanding of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Ignorance is not bliss!

THIS SERIES IS DEDICATED TO My Grandchildren

Legacy starts with the indwelling Life of Jesus!

Nothing brings me greater joy than watching each of you discover who you are in Christ. A grandfather’s legacy is great, a father’s legacy is critical, but the legacy of Jesus Christ from within – well, that is simply eternal!

Opa will love you forever & eternally!

It is my hope and prayer that this study blesses you. I spent 12 years researching and studying the Scriptures through pictorial Hebrew, Modern Hebrew, and Greek texts.

A spiritual gift or charism (plural: charisms or charismata; in Greek singular: χάρισμα charism, plural: χαρίσματα charismata) is an endowment or extraordinary power given by the Holy Spirit to those indwelt (born-again) by Christ. These are the supernatural graces that individual indwelt Christians need today (and were needed in the days of the Apostles) to fulfill the mission of the first and following generations of the Church – the Bride of Christ. In the narrowest sense, it is a theological term for the extraordinary graces given to those filled with the Holy Spirit - each to advance others in the indwelling Life of Jesus. Each gift is also for personal sanctification, such as the fruit manifested through the Holy Spirit.

These extraordinary spiritual gifts, connected with certain offices in the Church, are gifts given by the Holy Spirit to all authentic believers to build up the entire Church.

As you study, may you, too, be built up for His services to advance the indwelling Life of Christ. Sign up today through the link button below.

-Dr. Stephen R. Phinney

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The Bible teaches us that suffering can be redemptive and can help save others - believe it or not. In Colossians 1:24, Paul writes, “Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church.” This passage suggests that our suffering can be united with and in Christ’s suffering and can be used to benefit others, which ultimately leads them to indwelling salvation.

Authentic Christians should believe in the notion of suffering on behalf of others so that the suffering can actually help them to attain salvation. This is part of the Body of Christ, where God can apply the suffering of one person to the soul of another person in order to benefit the latter, which requires the release of our Lord’s compassion from within.

In summary, adopting a Christ-as-Life form of Biblical sufferings of others means that we can offer up our own suffering to help others attain salvation. This is a powerful way to release Christ and love others as He loves them. We are called to love in a radical way. Since this is impossible without the Life of Christ, we must be exhorted to release His indwelling Life. When we do, we are able to love with His love and Grace - for this is the gift of Jesus in our lives. Compassion is the doorway to this mission!

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Each Thursday on The End Times Chronicles Substack channel, we will be posting some of the more popular episodes of Jack the Journey Adventures. To listen to all 130 episodes in chronological order, visit Jack’s website.

In Jack’s last adventure, the Lion of Judah was in the process of explaining the fruit of the Spirit.  As he was asked to go and eat from some trees around the corner on the gold brick road, Jack ate eight different kinds of pieces of fruit, and he enjoyed every single one of them, and he got all kinds of strength.  He returned to the Lion of Judah and told Him about his experience with this fruit.   The Lion of Judah explained to him that He sent him on this little miniature journey to taste the Holy Spirit—the fruit of the Spirit, and to show Jack exactly how to eat from the fruit of the Spirit daily.  Then Jack drank from the cup of wrath, and his eyes were opened, and Jack began to see that there was something the Lion of Judah needed to show him.

FRONTING THE FALSE PASTOR

NARRATOR: As Jack turned around, after he had this discussion with the Lion of Judah and was ready for whatever it was that the Lion of Judah had for him next. The Lion of Judah warned Jack that there was a false pastor approaching the pathway.  The discussion started between the Lion of Judah and this false pastor.  Great deception was coming out of this false pastor, and Jack was compelled to begin speaking the truth to this man.

JACK: You know, all of you false prophets make my heart very sad and broken within me.  When I listen to you it’s like all of my bones tremble.  That’s right, I become like a troubled soul every time I hear you talk, and this is something that I know grieves the Father of the city of Zion. 

Your churches are filled with very bad people doing very bad things to each other. They live the kind of life that’s not the way it’s lived in Heaven.  It’s like you’re leading all of these people as sheep out into the wilderness where there is no real life to eat from.  You see, I eat the Bread of Life every single day.  I drink from the cup of the Holy Spirit—I call it fruity-tooty-dat-n-duty, and this is where I get my nourishment, my strength. 

The life of the Lion of Judah does live inside me, but you false prophets and pastors and teachers pollute the minds, yes, you pollute the minds of the people listening.  I will give you this, they are truly listening to you, and they get their permission to sin from you because you refuse to tell them the absolute truth.  You run from authority—you, yourself you false teacher.  You have no idea how to honor authority.  You think that you can set up your own spiritual authority over this flock, but you can’t.  These sheep belong to the Father of Zion so stop polluting them with your wickedness, your lies, and your false teachings. 

You steal from the real Word of God, and you rearrange the words, you rewrite them, and you present them to the people in such a way that you think God the Father is approving what you’re teaching.  But I tell you this day, this day alone, He does not support you.  He will deal with you, you lying teachers.

FALSE PASTOR: Oh, shut your mouth, you little whippersnapper. You sound like you know what you’re talking about but you’re the one who is lying to us.   

LION: Close your mouth, you false pastor.  You will, I command you, you will listen to the voice of my Guardian of Truth.  “I will shake the foundation under you with the thunderous cries from the Lion of Judah.”

NARRATOR: And with that, that is exactly what happened; and through that thunder and the shaking of the earth the false pastor did appear to be a bit scared of what was going on, but the truth of the matter is, this false teacher was so deceived that he was about to call upon his own forces to deal with Jack and the Lion of Judah.

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Jesus Christ’s love is often described as unconditional and sacrificial, a theme that is central to many indwelt Christian teachings. His love is said to be demonstrated through his teachings, actions, and indwelling Life, such as healing the sick, forgiving sins, and ultimately, sacrificing His own life for humanity’s sins, according to the Holy Bible.

This love is the ultimate call detailed in the book of Revelation. While most view this book as harsh and intrusive, in God’s reality - it is a love letter written to His Son’s Bride - indwelt believers. It is given to assist real-deal believers to show the same kind of love towards others, promoting TRUTHS like compassion, forgiveness, and selflessness. However, interpretations of this book have caused the masses to be blinded to this anointed love letter. It saddens my heart!

On Friday, March 29, 2024, The End Times Chronicles will begin to release a 12-part videocast of God’s love letter, which will include these topics:

HIS WORD | HIS BIRTH | HIS MIRACLES | HIS SUFFERING | HIS RESURRECTION | HIS GOSPEL | HIS FORGIVENESS | HIS SPIRIT | HIS PEOPLE | HIS VENGENCE | HIS GLORY | HIS PROMISE

Allow me to share a love letter given to me by our Lord:

My Beloved Stephen,

I want you to know how much I love you. I loved you before I formed you in your mother's womb. Every day of your life is recorded in my book. I determined the exact time of your birth, where you would live with your family and the ministry I have called you to fulfill. You are fearfully and wonderfully made.

I have been misrepresented by those who don't know Me. I have revealed Myself in each written scribe, particularly the book of My Father’s Revelation. I am not distant and angry because of this, but I am commanding you to reveal My complete expression of love. It is my desire to lavish My love on My Bride during these forthcoming tribulations. Proclaim this unto the world.

In many ways, Stephen, you have been fatherless. I offer you more than your earthly father ever could, for I am the perfect representative of God the Father. Every good gift that you receive comes from My hand. My plan for your future has always been filled with hope because I love you with an everlasting love. Thank you for seeing My Revelation as a love letter.

My thoughts toward you are countless as the sand on the seashore, as the raindrops from Heaven. I rejoice over you with singing. I will never stop doing good to you, for you are My treasured possession.

I desire to establish you with all My heart and all my soul. If you seek me with all your heart, you will find anointed Words on your tongue. Delight in Me, and I will give you the desires of your heart. Give My love to others, and I will overwhelm you with My love.

Remember, My love for you is greater than you can fathom, wider than you can imagine, and more enduring than you can comprehend. It surpasses all self-willed knowledge. Now finish your journey with My imparted messages - bathing each in My everlasting love.

With Unending Love,

Jesus

Because of this letter, the Revelation Love series will be released to our Substack readers/viewers, as well as to our IM Network. Please join me in prayer that Jesus will use this media to communicate His Divine Love to all of humanity.

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