Heralds Digest

“When you cry out, Let your collection of idols deliver you. But the wind will carry them all away, A breath will take them. But he who puts his trust in Me shall possess the land, And shall inherit My holy mountain.”” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭57:13‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/isa.57.13.nkjv Indulgence in secret relationship is mostly motivated by a sincere search for help, rather than a strategic submission to idolatry. And a desperate search for help is subtly presented as an assistance to unresponsive helper rather than a game of infidelity. When it is all about help, caution is easily thrown into the wind...not knowing “My Help, my Help...and all of my help cometh from the Lord (My Help)”. Yes, all of our help come from the Lord who is really our Help. Unfortunately, many like Israel always advance the strategy of a secret relationship with the gods in their world; while claiming an open relationship with the Lord. But the Lord declares the strategy as strategic submission to a collect...

“Yes, they are greedy dogs Which never have enough. And they are shepherds Who cannot understand; They all look to their own way, Every one for his own gain, From his own territory.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭56:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/isa.56.11.nkjv Sometimes, the perceived fruitlessness of shepherds is borne out of their lack of clear understanding on appropriate positioning in response to the plight of sheep. Unlike responsible shepherds, strategic positioning for the benefits of personal progress, promotion and preservation is driven by self-satisfaction. And the accumulation of the gains in self-achievements is preferred to the accommodation of the glory in selfless advances. Whereas, God’s warnings against irresponsible leaders highlight the problem of greed as the basis of fruitlessness. While shepherds are not ignorant of the expected selflessness in their call to ministry, it is often difficult to understand the danger of personal profiling and positioning. However, God’s p...

For thus says the Lord : “To the eunuchs who keep My Sabbaths, And choose what pleases Me, And hold fast My covenant, Even to them I will give in My house And within My walls a place and a name Better than that of sons and daughters; I will give them an everlasting name That shall not be cut off. Isaiah 56:4‭-‬5 NKJV https://bible.com/bible/114/isa.56.4-5.NKJV Besides the benefits of the kingdom's provisions, treasures, faith, and triumph, the sacrifice of Christ for His heirs brings the bliss of attaining satisfaction with only the King's delight. No matter the level of increase in both the physical and spiritual achievements, a subtle passion for self satisfaction is always a spoiler of the Saviour's purpose. The kingdom business can take a variety of expressions and manifestations, the singular purpose of the kingdom is the preaching and practicing of the gospel of expansion, where the souls of men matter more than the status of the people. In the King's kingdom,...

“So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, But it shall accomplish what I please, And it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it. “For you shall go out with joy, And be led out with peace; The mountains and the hills Shall break forth into singing before you, And all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭55:11-12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.us/114/isa.55.11-12.nkjv The pervasiveness of the present days often reflects the hopelessness of good preaching, godly parenting, and generous partnership. Whereas, sentimental alternative to absolute dependence on the word of God is receiving encouraging attention by many who are desperate for quick applause. However, God appears to be more concerned about the loss of hope in the preaching, parenting, and partnering with His word than the erring pervasiveness in the world. Inspite of the perilous influence of the social media and societal meddling on the reception of people within...

“Why do you spend money for what is not bread, And your wages for what does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, And let your soul delight itself in abundance.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭55:2‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/isa.55.2.nkjv Many would wonder why addiction into bad habits and hygiene does not easily wear off by itself. Most times, even intentional accommodation of reformation and rehabilitation can only do little towards dislodging most unwanted guests in our lives. For example, addiction into pornography, immoral movies, and perverted advertisements awaits little or no invitation from unguarded surfers. Yet, many destinies of promising disciples are being wasted on the altars of little indulgences. However, the Spirit cries with query “Why do you spend money for what is not bread, And your wages for what does not satisfy?”. For those who have tried with discouraging testimonies from self-inspired dislodgement of invited invasion, the loving Father beckons “Li...

““Do not fear, for you will not be ashamed; Neither be disgraced, for you will not be put to shame; For you will forget the shame of your youth, And will not remember the reproach of your widowhood anymore. For your Maker is your husband, The LORD of hosts is His name; And your Redeemer is the Holy One of Israel; He is called the God of the whole earth.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭54:4-5‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/isa.54.4-5.nkjv The confusion surrounding the absence of desirable satisfaction with increase in material riches and prosperity has often established the misconception about the source of real peace. While the experience of king Solomon remains a good example of the vanity with the presence of position, prosperity, and popularity, it is still difficult to manage the shame from the absence of these necessities of life. However, the Spirit says to those who appears deprived of position (like stunted career progression, strange denial of promotion opportunities, etc), prosperity (e.g., l...

“He shall see the labor of His soul, and be satisfied. By His knowledge My righteous Servant shall justify many, For He shall bear their iniquities.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭53:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ http://bible.com/114/isa.53.11.nkjv The doctrine of justification does not really contradict the famous law of karma. It is the choice of a just substitute as the scapegoat that appears strange to sane minds. The love of God over sinners demands satisfaction in the punishment of a sinless Saint. The sacrifice of the presence of God, the glory of heaven, and the praise of angels for the wicked world in pursuit of the fallen and fugitive mankind is sufficiently a costly jeopardy. Yet, the love of the Saviour will further demand the labour of His soul and the fellowship with the Father as unconditional price for justification. The wages of sin was paid by the death of the Saviour for the justification of many. Unfortunately, the satisfaction of the Father over the labour of the Son’s love does not necessarily tr...