Thursday, April 14, 2016

FROM EVERLASTING

Today’s Reading: Micah 5-6

Click scripture link to read online or HERE to listen online (then click the symbol of the audio speaker above the scripture portion).

 

Manger Square in Bethlehem is just across the street from the Church of the Nativity, which is built over the spot where it is believed that Jesus was born. The Palestinian government has offices here. God has something to say to political authorities.

GOOGLE MAPS – To see where the photo was taken, click HERE.

 

Key Verses: Micah 5:2, 6:8

But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah,

Though you are little among the thousands of Judah,

Yet out of you shall come forth to Me

The One to be Ruler in Israel,

Whose goings forth are from of old,

From everlasting…

He has shown you, O man, what is good;

And what does the Lord require of you

But to do justly,

To love mercy,

And to walk humbly with your God?

 

The Bible scholars consulted by King Herod during the visit of the wise men had no trouble finding the scroll which contained the 700-year-old words of Micah and identifying the place of the birth of “the One to be Ruler in Israel, Whose goings forth have been from old, from everlasting!” (literally the days of eternity). If the story of the birth of Jesus was not true, one would think that, with the amazing growth of the Jesus movement in Jerusalem, it would’ve brought official denials recorded in the Mishna (minutes of the Jewish ruling council which still exist today), from the priest/historian Josephus, or the Jewish teachers such as Gamaliel, grandson of the famous Rabbi Hillel; but there is no record which denies  the claims of the Apostles and others (read Matthew 2:1-12). Rabbi Saul, student of Gamaliel, who became the Apostle Paul, wrote, “Concerning His Son Jesus Christ [Messiah] our Lord, who was born of the seed of David according to the flesh…” (Romans 1:1-6).

PRAYER FOR TODAY:

Lord God, thank You for what Peter called “The prophetic word made more sure, which you would do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place” (2 Peter 1:19a). I pray that I will see with insight, with a new perception, and a clarity of understanding. May I reflect Your light into dark places today. I ask this in the Name of “the Light of the World,” Jesus Christ. Amen!!!

100 PERSONAL WORDS:

I’ve quoted often the words of our second key verse, but the most memorable time was on a phone call to former Prime Minister of Canada, the Rt. Hon. Brian Mulroney. He had given me his private phone number sometime earlier, and I had never used it prior to this occasion. Now it was different. He had just lost a referendum on his formula to bring the French speaking province of Quebec into full partnership in the constitution of Canada. He had invested all his political capital and years of his time into the fulfillment of this vision. As I knelt in prayer that evening after the vote tally was in, I knew it was time to call him. Norma-Jean was beside me and she heard me say, “This is David Mainse. Is the Prime Minister in?” A lady said, “No, he’s at Meech Lake. He needs to talk to you, I’ll put you through.” A very discouraged Prime Minister said, “Hello.” His voice, always low, was lower than usual. When I told him who it was, he said, “I’m sitting here on the couch with my children. I’m reading them a story, thanks for calling.” In order to not keep him too long away from his children I got right to my point. I said, “I believe that God has a word for you. You’ve worked very hard to do what you believe is best for Canada. On behalf of all of us, thank you!” Then I shared the Word from the prophet Micah. I said, “Here’s all God expects of you: ‘What does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?'” (Micah 6:8b). He thanked me for praying for him, his family and his government, and then we said goodbye. On a previous visit, he said that he and his wife, Mila, watched a 100 Huntley Street repeat most evenings around midnight. He laughed and said that I helped him sleep well.

Yours for the Word that God has for each person from His Book!

David

P.S. Here’s Prime Minister Brian Mulroney receiving one the books on Canada’s spiritual heritage which Crossroads published. Because of the 100 Huntley Street Christian television ministry, I’ve had the honour to converse with all our Canadian Prime Ministers (except for the very short term P.M. Kim Campbell) who have served our country over the last few decades. I pray every morning for, as Paul writes, “All who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour, who desires all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth” (1 Timothy 2:2-4).

11 thoughts on “Thursday, April 14, 2016

  1. Your encounter with our Prime Ministers reminds me of “good” prophets speaking to the Kings throughout biblical history. It is also an honour that through the Internet, you have spoken to us daily! May Our Lord keep you strong and safe in your travels!

    • Amen David N. I also Thank you Pastor David for the Blessings you have poured out on all of us daily.
      I love Micah 6:8, help us all, Lord to be able to fulfil these words from your Holy Word. Amen and Amen.

  2. Thank you David for being God’s witness and spiritual light to Canada’s Prime Ministers and praying for them in fulfillment of His Word in 1 Timothy 2:2-4. Lovely photo of you both. Blessings!

    • “To walk humbly with the Lord” that’s my desire..
      .”to do justice, to love mercy” only in the Lord!!

      Prayed the prayer with you Pastor David. May it be so!

  3. Blessings to you, David! Thanks for sharing this story and for your obedience to the Lord in giving His message to our leaders. May you continue to share His “salt” and “light”

  4. This encounter with our former prime minister reveals my weak efforts then and now prayers for our leaders on a consistent bases; how so very much more they need our faithful prayer support daily. It is theses personally shared accounts that finds my spirit loving God the more and His purpose in you and yours. Thank you David Mainse.

  5. Praying for our Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, the Canadian government, and the protection of all Canadians; for US President Donald Trump, British PM Theresa May and French President Emmanuel Macron; for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, and for all world leaders. Praying for nations to be praying together, and for God’s intervention to bring peace to the world. Wishing all saints a blessed day in the Lord.

    Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; steadfast love and faithfulness go before you. Psalm 89:14 ESV

    Open the Eyes of my Heart, Christopher Duffley
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F_W_zl61bI

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