Day 180 Stay Alert

 

6/29/2025 

 "But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength;

They shall mount up with wings like eagles,

They shall run and not be weary,

They shall walk and not faint."

Isaiah 40:31

 

My heart is so saddened by what I am seeing in America, but I don't want to talk about that really. It becomes senseless to talk about it, when what is needed is action. I can pray about things, and I know God hears me, sees my heart is sincere, but when I can send letters, money to support the free legal teams, or support tangibly in other ways, then it is my responsibility to do more. I write about everything, but I don't know who, if anyone, is interested in my blogs or even what I have to say. I have always been involved in organizations directly supporting a cause. When I was in my 20's I helped out at the crisis pregnancy center as a counselor offering resources and support/encouragement, spiritual connections. I sewed maternity clothing for the ladies, and on weekends and holidays, I served as a crisis phone counselor. In my 30's, shortly after moving to New Mexico, I became involved with several community groups, usually church and school-related. But I was asked to be a co-manager of the literacy program, and my job was matching the adult students with the right volunteer to assist them in learning English literacy. The lady I worked with died a few years ago from cancer. I was saddened by that news, and I hope the program continues, as many need assistance. The school system in the area of New Mexico where I lived ranked so low, that programs were added. I was involved in an at risk program for young mothers and the fathers of the babies. I imagine that continues to be a problem to this day, as it seems to be an epidemic. At least the kids carried their children to term, and then they cared for them, aided by the welfare system. The State bears the brunt of the expenses, but they do not provide the type of support needed - how to stop having children out of wedlock. Sadly too, there are some fathers do not want to care for the children, so they live off the welfare money for each child, take vacations, and carry on their irresponsible behavior by impregnating another girl, maybe more, then making the rounds to collect the support money. I have witnessed this personally. It is disheartening. I am relieved that our government is involved in identifying fraud.

Since moving here, almost four years ago, I've noticed that several of the churches are involved with the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child project putting shoe boxes together for children all over the world. Last year my sister's small church put together 402 boxes, and I was able to assist with that, as I will continue to do. I had been knitting for community needs and painting faces for Dolls on Mission, missionary dolls, many of which end up in shoe boxes for the children around the world. I need to get back to helping, because it is enjoyable and satisfying helping others. Samaritan's Purse also needs help packing the boxes at many of the packing centers in states close by, and the individual churches always need donations for the children. Many churches provide clothes closets and food pantries for people in their communities, as well as personal toiletries and items for the home. So many needs exist in our world today, and we can all help do something.

My burden, my great love, is helping Israel through the International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem. I have attended daily morning prayer calls for 632 days since 10/7/2023, and I support other agencies and local churches in Israel that assist the Jewish people and the Arabs people who are in crisis. Since the massacre started this war, many are affected. We work with the IDF soldiers and other groups, and we support the hostage families, as well as the hostages after they have been released. The trauma they face, as do the soldiers who have experienced physical and emotional trauma from the battle, is a constant need. The embassy has provided horses to assist with emotional trauma in children who witnessed horrific sights and abuse. On a local level I work with other prayer ministries and organizations assisting Israel, and I have worked with a couple of churches in an attempt to get the message out regarding our awareness as Christians with Jewish history, connecting with our Hebraic roots. I've used my blogs in an attempt to explain the errors being taught in the church that have led to more antisemitism and hatred of the Jewish people. It dates back centuries, and it must stop. Thankfully, we have a President who is trying to support Israel and their Prime Minister at this crucial time in history. But there is so much more to be done, and we who are Christians need to understand the truth and expose the lies. We cannot remain silent, looking the other way. We need to silence the enemy by standing up and being the church God called us to be in support of our brothers and sisters in Christ. My job is to equip the church, and I so desire to reach out and encourage others to become involved. There is also a battle going on for our religious freedom, and our President has established a faith office at the White House, and the Faith Advisory Council that includes me as an intercessor along with hundreds of others, linking our shields of faith together to pray and stand for our leaders and our nation. We are praying for godly, righteous men and women to fill positions of leadership in our cities and states, and if God puts it on the heart of a man or woman of faith to run for an open position, then we encourage them. We are in a spiritual battle, and if you haven't noticed yet, if it hasn't come near your home yet, don't worry, it will eventually. As a follower of Christ Jesus warned us of all these things that will happen before His return. And it is getting closer and closer. 

We all have gifts and callings, things we feel compelled to do or love to do. Use your talents God has given you to help those in need. Please give consideration and prayerfully consider all I have said. Jesus said for us to occupy until He returns. We can't sit idly by and watch be destroyed when we can do something to make a difference. Our children are the future leaders of America, and right now they are very confused. Make a difference, and let them see your faith in action, as Jesus said it should be. What a great testimony to our children!