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Nehemiah’s Heart: The Secret to Rebuilding the Walls of the Church in America part 3

Greg, John, and Pat discuss the importance of knowing that it’s about all of us rebuilding the wall more than just watching. They encourage us to get on the field and decide to be a player in the game. They talk about how those surrounding Nehemiah need to respond to the vision. They challenge us to get started building. It will cost you everything. Don’t fool yourself by thinking that by watching it you were doing it. The church needs to wake up. They encourage us not to skip this point because the rest is for not. Don’t let the enemy convince you that you are doing something when you really are not. They continue to underscore the importance of hearing what God is saying and obey it and to be all in. The people with Nehemiah said “we will do it we will rebuild the walls”. At once came Sanballat to frustrate the plans of God. Once they responded, Nehemiah began to share what God had laid on his heart. No sooner was this revealed, Sanballat comes to discourage with ridicule and mocking. No matter what the enemy throws at you; you must know the vision God has called you to and to stand against ridicule.

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A Day of Remembrance; Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Greg, John and Pat discuss how today is a day to focus on a man and his accomplishments. They discuss how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was sound constitutionally and is seen as an apostle. Greg continues to share how 2013 was a horrific year because of all the horrific things the Lord showed him regarding some of the tragic events that occurred in America’s history; much of which is not taught in schools. They talk about the boldness and steadiness of Dr. King holding America accountable for what was written in the Constitution. They further discuss some of the injustices that were perpetrated toward African Americans in our country while at the same time the willingness of Dr. King to still to be able love, forgive, hope and dream of a better day. They further discuss Dr. King’s I Have a Dream speech, given in 1962 at the Washington Mall, nearly 100 years from the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. He was invited as a speaker for the March on Washington Event and Dr. King just released what was on the inside of him. Dr. King’s speech, given at the foot of the Lincoln’s Memorial, is still so moving, even when heard today, because just as it struck a chord then, it strikes a chord today in the hearts of all men that have seen and or experienced the injustices and inequality that African Americans have experienced before, during and after this historic speech. They further discuss the need for the church to begin a conversation not only to stand and empathize with those who have suffered but also repent for the injustices that were falsely done in the name of Jesus. This is our chance to walk out the original intent of God and of the Constitution.

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 3

Getting All in the Vision

Greg, John, and Pat discuss the importance of knowing that it’s about all of us rebuilding the wall more than just watching. They encourage us to get on the field and decide to be a player in the game. They talk about how those surrounding Nehemiah need to respond to the vision. They challenge us to get started building. It will cost you everything. Don’t fool yourself by thinking that by watching it you were doing it. The church needs to wake up. They encourage us not to skip this point because the rest is for not. Don’t let the enemy convince you that you are doing something when you really are not. They continue to underscore the importance of hearing what God is saying and obey it and to be all in. The people with Nehemiah said “we will do it we will rebuild the walls”. At once came Sanballat to frustrate the plans of God. Once they responded, Nehemiah began to share what God had laid on his heart. No sooner was this revealed, Sanballat comes to discourage with ridicule and mocking. No matter what the enemy throws at you; you must know the vision God has called you to and to stand against ridicule.

The Heart of Nehemiah: The Secret to Rebuilding the Church in America- Part 4

Moving past the Ridiculers, Mockers and Haters- They are just there to sow doubt

LISTEN NOW! Greg, John, and Pat continue to speak about a Ridiculing Mocking Spirit taken on by Sanballat. This tactic is used by Lucifer and others whose tongues are set on fire by hell. They continue to share with us how we need to get over the shock of those who are going to ridicule us. The biggest test of all is when someone who walks with you or the least likely ridiculer begins to be used. You’ve got to be able to move on. Remember that people are not what they are being attacked with. Ask for grace and how to handle it. They further discuss the need to be able to discern whether this is a spirit of Sanballat or Nehemiah. What is Satan’s purpose with ridicule? It is to fill you with doubt and to stop you. It doesn’t mean it’s right if you see many people doing it. Wrong is wrong. One of the tools is to use governmental authority to question what you are doing while they themselves are in rebellion. They questioned whether Nehemiah was rebelling against the King. They continue to encourage us that a true believer is not going to come against the church. On the contrary Nehemiah did things the right way before the King which gave him great confidence. Nehemiah replied in Nehemiah 2:20 “I answered them by saying, ‘The God of heaven will give us success. We his servants will start rebuilding, but as for you, you have no share in Jerusalem or any claim or historic right to it.’” If God has called you to do something; you can hold fast that God will bring it to pass. If the hand of the Lord is upon you; you can speak to every doubter, hater and

mocker that the God of heaven will bring us success. If God be for you who can be against you?

Nehemiah 2

Nehemiah 3 & 4

The Sandy Irritation of Sanballat that comes against the plan of God with the goal of Destroying Unity by Sowing the Seeds of DOUBT

Everything written in God’s word is to encourage us. We are like living stones being built together. This is like a picture of the church coming together. Nehemiah’s heart is the secret to rebuilding the walls of the church in America. Many things have been done in the church in America; some good and some bad things must all be acknowledged. What was done wrong before God must be acknowledged and repented of. Nehemiah heard from the Lord and encouraged them to rebuild by their sphere of influence. He assigned them parts of the walls near the homes. It’s time for us to get busy. Everything just doesn’t happen; there is process. This is not about watching everybody do this. You are going have to take responsibility around your influence. It’s not bout building buildings but instead about building people. People are what is important; because if you don’t focus on people you will be caught up in rebuilding the building at the expense of God’s people. They continue to discuss how just the hearing of this caused Sanballat and his crew to be upset. They began to attack before they got started; and it didn’t stop them; they even came back to try to stop them again. What did they actually say.? We live and move by faith. We must not throw our faith away. The enemy comes against your faith you must contend for it. Sanballat comes to disintegrate your faith. He began to sow seeds of doubt with the desired result of stopping them. “What are these feeble Jews doing?” he asked. The enemy will focus in your limitations and inabilities to do what God has called you to do and if you listen you will go down. If you are trying to do anything through your own strength then you are defeated already. Our inabilities should be clearly visible before all so that the Lord will get all the glory. If you take inventory of your strengths instead of putting your faith in God you will go down. Sanballat goes further to question whether the walls will ever be rebuilt. The enemy will continue to sow doubt to drown you out.

Sanballat sows seeds of Doubt

Sanballat continues to do his very best at attacking Nehemiah by asking more questions to so doubt such as “will they offer sacrifices?”. This is scary to Lucifer because he wants the money. He realizes that they are going to lose their money because God will be honored. He continues to sow more doubt. “Will they finish it in a day?” They begin to put rulers on you trying to measure what God is going to do. Don’t worry about it; just work. Know the vision because people without a vision perish. “Can they bring the stones back to life?” How many people have been so hurt and burned? 1 Peter 2:5 says “you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” Yes, Sanballat, what God has called us to do will happen and the walls of the church’s in America will be rebuilt

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Nehemiah’s Heart: The Secret to Rebuilding the Walls of the Church in America part 5

Greg, John, and Pat discuss the secret to rebuilding the church in America. Chuck Pierce says that the reason the governmental leaders are stuck is because church leadership is stuck. The church needs rebuilding. Things are progressing and the attacks don’t stop. Sometimes we need to go through these buffering experiences. You must realize that people’s tongues will be set on fire by hell. This further underscores the importance of not just letting anyone speak in your ears and in the ears of your spouse and children. Nehemiah 4: 3 tells us that the mocking and ridicule continued “What they are building—even a fox climbing up on it would break down their wall of stones!”

Satan tries to talk against the strength or your lack thereof but we trust in the strength and will of God. There are huge consequences for laying your hands and mouth on the things of God. That’s why you can have compassion like Moses did for Miriam because he knew she was speaking against God and not him. Some might just need to step away from it otherwise they will possibly suffer great pain.

We often say that we want just enough government that if God takes his hands off of it it would fall apart. You would think that Satan would give up. Nehemiah realizes that if we are going to continue the work they will have to pray. Don’t take the bait don’t talk back to the mockers but instead talk to God.(Prayer) Nehemiah 4:4-5 says he “ Hear us, our God, for we are despised. Give them over as plunder in a land of captivity. Do not cover up their guilt or blot out their sins from your sight, for they have thrown insults in the face of the builders.” However, we are not going to pray insults on people. We will not begin to hate the haters. However, you can pray for them to stop, for their eyes to be open, for them to give their lives to Jesus. Don’t become a hater pray for deliverance while we are praying for God’s flock. Give people room for repentance. They rebuilt the walls to the point that the walls were built up to half the height. They turned to God; they did not turn against their enemies. All we need to do is to run after God. If you are going to do a work for God you will need to have a continual life of prayer and abiding with Him.

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Nehemiah’s Heart: The Secret to Rebuilding the Walls of the Church in America part 4

Greg, John, and Pat continue to speak about a Ridiculing Mocking Spirit taken on by Sanballat. This tactic is used by Lucifer and others whose tongues are set on fire by hell. They continue to share with us how we need to get over the shock of those who are going to ridicule us. The biggest test of all is when someone who walks with you or the least likely ridiculer begins to be used. You’ve got to be able to move on. Remember that people are not what they are being attacked with. Ask for grace and how to handle it. They further discuss the need to be able to discern whether this is a spirit of Sanballat or Nehemiah. What is Satan’s purpose with ridicule? It is to fill you with doubt and to stop you. It doesn’t mean it’s right if you see many people doing it. Wrong is wrong. One of the tools is to use governmental authority to question what you are doing while they themselves are in rebellion. They questioned whether Nehemiah was rebelling against the King. They continue to encourage us that a true believer is not going to come against the church. On the contrary Nehemiah did things the right way before the King which gave him great confidence. Nehemiah replied in Nehemiah 2:20 “I answered them by saying, ‘The God of heaven will give us success. We his servants will start rebuilding, but as for you, you have no share in Jerusalem or any claim or historic right to it.’” If God has called you to do something; you can hold fast that God will bring it to pass. If the hand of the Lord is upon you; you can speak to every doubter, hater and mocker that the God of heaven will bring us success. If God be for you who can be against you?

Nehemiah 3 & 4

The Sandy Irritation of Sanballat that comes against the plan of God with the goal of Destroying Unity by Sowing the Seeds of DOUBT

Everything written in God’s word is to encourage us. We are like living stones being built together. This is like a picture of the church coming together. Nehemiah’s heart is the secret to rebuilding the walls of the church in America. Many things have been done in the church in America; some good and some bad things must all be acknowledged. What was done wrong before God must be acknowledged and repented of. Nehemiah heard from the Lord and encouraged them to rebuild by their sphere of influence. He assigned them parts of the walls near the homes. It’s time for us to get busy. Everything just doesn’t happen; there is process. This is not about watching everybody do this. You are going have to take responsibility around your influence. It’s not bout building buildings but instead about building people. People are what is important; because if you don’t focus on people you will be caught up in rebuilding the building at the expense of God’s people. They continue to discuss how just the hearing of this caused Sanballat and his crew to be upset. They began to attack before they got started; and it didn’t stop them; they even came back to try to stop them again. What did they actually say.? We live and move by faith. We must not throw our faith away. The enemy comes against your faith you must contend for it. Sanballat comes to disintegrate your faith. He began to sow seeds of doubt with the desired result of stopping them. “What are these feeble Jews doing?” he asked. The enemy will focus in your limitations and inabilities to do what God has called you to do and if you listen you will go down. If you are trying to do anything through your own strength then you are defeated already. Our inabilities should be clearly visible before all so that the Lord will get all the glory. If you take inventory of your strengths instead of putting your faith in God you will go down. Sanballat goes further to question whether the walls will ever be rebuilt. The enemy will continue to sow doubt to drown you out.

Sanballat sows seeds of Doubt

Sanballat continues to do his very best at attacking Nehemiah by asking more questions to so doubt such as “will they offer sacrifices?”. This is scary to Lucifer because he wants the money. He realizes that they are going to lose their money because God will be honored. He continues to sow more doubt. “Will they finish it in a day?” They begin to put rulers on you trying to measure what God is going to do. Don’t worry about it; just work. Know the vision because people without a vision perish. “Can they bring the stones back to life?” How many people have been so hurt and burned? 1 Peter 2:5 says “you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” Yes, Sanballat, what God has called us to do will happen and the walls of the church’s in America will be rebuilt.

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Nehemiah’s Heart: The Secret to Rebuilding the Walls of the Church in America part 3

Greg, John, and Pat discuss the importance of knowing that it’s about all of us rebuilding the wall more than just watching. They encourage us to get on the field and decide to be a player in the game. They talk about how those surrounding Nehemiah need to respond to the vision. They challenge us to get started building. It will cost you everything. Don’t fool yourself by thinking that by watching it you were doing it. The church needs to wake up. They encourage us not to skip this point because the rest is for not. Don’t let the enemy convince you that you are doing something when you really are not. They continue to underscore the importance of hearing what God is saying and obey it and to be all in. The people with Nehemiah said “we will do it we will rebuild the walls”. At once came Sanballat to frustrate the plans of God. Once they responded, Nehemiah began to share what God had laid on his heart. No sooner was this revealed, Sanballat comes to discourage with ridicule and mocking. No matter what the enemy throws at you; you must know the vision God has called you to and to stand against ridicule.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

Greg, John and Pat discuss how today is a day to focus on a man and his accomplishments. They discuss how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was sound constitutionally and is seen as an apostle. Greg continues to share how 2013 was a horrific year because of all the horrific things the Lord showed him regarding some of the tragic events that occurred in America’s history; much of which is not taught in schools. They talk about the boldness and steadiness of Dr. King holding America accountable for what was written in the Constitution. They further discuss some of the injustices that were perpetrated toward African Americans in our country while at the same time the willingness of Dr. King to still to be able love, forgive, hope and dream of a better day. They further discuss Dr. King’s I Have a Dream speech, given in 1962 at the Washington Mall, nearly 100 years from the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. He was invited as a speaker for the March on Washington Event and Dr. King just released what was on the inside of him. Dr. King’s speech, given at the foot of the Lincoln’s Memorial, is still so moving, even when heard today, because just as it struck a chord then, it strikes a chord today in the hearts of all men that have seen and or experienced the injustices and inequality that African Americans have experienced before, during and after this historic speech. They further discuss the need for the church to begin a conversation not only to stand and empathize with those who have suffered but also repent for the injustices that were falsely done in the name of Jesus. This is our chance to walk out the original intent of God and of the Constitution.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

Nehemiah’s Heart The Secret to Rebuilding the Walls of the Church in America part 2

Greg, John, and Pat discuss Nehemiah’s heart; the secret to rebuilding the walls of the church in America. They continue to discuss how there is nothing more beautiful than true repentance. It’s not just about saying you are sorry and that’s it. True repentance causes us to do something and to change. They further discuss the importance of knowing the season that you are in so that you can respond appropriately. They continue to speak how God is just looking for someone to stand in the gap. Nehemiah was that man that was willing to stand in the gap because he had the heart of God. There must be a people not only willing to stand in the gap but also a people who are ready to get right. If you are not willing to work without complaining, can’t function in marriage the way God sees it, and can’t honor leadership you are not ready for the deliverance that Nehemiah brings. They discuss how Nehemiah understood how to get God’s attention. They further discuss the importance of not just repenting for the sins of our fathers but our sins as well; the importance of not blaming leaders, fathers, and others but we all have to take ownership. Look at what has happened to America. It was once known as the bread basket of the world. They discuss the necessity to have a plan and to be able to answer specific questions when talking about rebuilding the walls of the church in America. They also discussed that if you don’t have a plan but you do have some answers to the questions, then consider joining others that have the other answers that you don’t have so that everyone with answers can come together for the betterment of the church. Nehemiah approached his authority with humility and honor before God and because of that He was able to ask with great boldness for specific things that he would need to rebuild the walls. They share that as Nehemiah approached the broken walls and surveyed himself and pondered in his heart what he was called to lead, he began to share his clear vision with others who were going to do the work. The Bible tells us in Habakkuk 2:2-3 “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.

For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false.

Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.” Nehemiah had a plan.

They also encourage us to cry out to God for Him to help us understand and to have His perspective. It has been said by some that the church has sold the American dream and just gave people Jesus. When we go forth to rebuild the walls of the church in America don’t be surprised if a spirit of Sanballat rises up to ridicule you just as it did to Nehemiah. Don’t be intimidated by the horizontal happenings with Sanballat. So many things will come against you but you will need to stick, stay and stand even when it stinks. Don’t let Satan’s weapon of ridicule stop you. They encourage us to understand that if we have done things the right way before God, those with a Sanballat spirit will use horizontal authority to come against us. How we do things and how we honor authority that God has established matters greatly. Right now the church is in the same condition of disgrace as the broken walls and burned gates of Jerusalem. IF we intently soak on Nehemiah’s heart and understand what it means to truly repent, God will begin to rebuild his church.

Find out more on the VFN Torch at VFNtv.com

Nehemiah’s Heart The Secret to Rebuilding the Walls of the Church in America part 2

Greg, John, and Pat discuss Nehemiah’s heart; the secret to rebuilding the walls of the church in America. They continue to discuss how there is nothing more beautiful than true repentance. It’s not just about saying you are sorry and that’s it. True repentance causes us to do something and to change. They further discuss the importance of knowing the season that you are in so that you can respond appropriately. They continue to speak how God is just looking for someone to stand in the gap. Nehemiah was that man that was willing to stand in the gap because he had the heart of God. There must be a people not only willing to stand in the gap but also a people who are ready to get right. If you are not willing to work without complaining, can’t function in marriage the way God sees it, and can’t honor leadership you are not ready for the deliverance that Nehemiah brings. They discuss how Nehemiah understood how to get God’s attention. They further discuss the importance of not just repenting for the sins of our fathers but our sins as well; the importance of not blaming leaders, fathers, and others but we all have to take ownership. Look at what has happened to America. It was once known as the bread basket of the world. They discuss the necessity to have a plan and to be able to answer specific questions when talking about rebuilding the walls of the church in America. They also discussed that if you don’t have a plan but you do have some answers to the questions, then consider joining others that have the other answers that you don’t have so that everyone with answers can come together for the betterment of the church. Nehemiah approached his authority with humility and honor before God and because of that He was able to ask with great boldness for specific things that he would need to rebuild the walls. They share that as Nehemiah approached the broken walls and surveyed himself and pondered in his heart what he was called to lead, he began to share his clear vision with others who were going to do the work. The Bible tells us in Habakkuk 2:2-3 “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.

For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false.

Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.” Nehemiah had a plan.

They also encourage us to cry out to God for Him to help us understand and to have His perspective. It has been said by some that the church has sold the American dream and just gave people Jesus. When we go forth to rebuild the walls of the church in America don’t be surprised if a spirit of Sanballat rises up to ridicule you just as it did to Nehemiah. Don’t be intimidated by the horizontal happenings with Sanballat. So many things will come against you but you will need to stick, stay and stand even when it stinks. Don’t let Satan’s weapon of ridicule stop you. They encourage us to understand that if we have done things the right way before God, those with a Sanballat spirit will use horizontal authority to come against us. How we do things and how we honor authority that God has established matters greatly. Right now the church is in the same condition of disgrace as the broken walls and burned gates of Jerusalem. IF we intently soak on Nehemiah’s heart and understand what it means to truly repent, God will begin to rebuild his church.

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Greg, John, and Pat honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. They to share how Dr. King was an American apostle that led the country back to the original intent of the U.S. Constitution. They discuss the importance of having a right perspective regarding the history of our nation. They share that for a large percentage of American history approximately 522 years from the time the country was founded up until the civil rights era and the election of President Barak Obama the nation has had a history of being unjust to African Americans. They further discuss the importance of Dr. King and his plight for justice for all mankind. They continue to ask what would have happened if instead of President Kennedy trying to appease racist governors he would have flatly and undeniably said to those governors “this is wrong”, it’s racism, and in certain cases (as it pertained to the law) it was unconstitutional, what would have happened. Would he have done things differently if he knew he had a short time left to live? Many career politicians, (once elected) are tempted to try to hold on to power not knowing that he would shortly lose his life Jesus died for all the “ethnos” nations of the world. How can one who says he knows Jesus hate his brother? It’s simple; they can’t. Dr. King didn’t’ change his message. He kept the truth on the forefront. We must remember as we gain a full perspective of American history.

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