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As Bennett has continually sought to advance the Gospel, he shares the intriguing perspective of what took place in the life of Jesus and the Apostle Paul when we share the Gospel with others. “We see wherever the apostle Paul went in his travels, there was either riots or revival. When you preach the gospel and you put it forth there’s often reaction, so we should expect that that’s normal and should happen and not be afraid of it. There’s going to be some turmoil from time to time.” Speaking of turmoil, Princeton University refuted Christian Union’s attempted to start a chapter there, but as Bennett shares, because of his tenacity, the University eventually agreed to their application and welcomed them on campus.
Congressman Gowdy continues to share about those in his close circle that has had a great impact on his life; Senator Marco Rubio, and Senator Tim Scott. Now, granted these may be names that some recognize or others may not. In our own states and neighborhoods are streets of well-known names, maybe airports named after historic figures in our nation’s history. But, as Congressman Gowdy points out, we can live influential lives, not by attempting to live like those who are remembered on street signs throughout America, but in a way, that influences those to our left and right. Congressman Gowdy shares these encouraging words, “If you are waiting around for another Ronald Reagan, or another Martin Luther King Jr., or another Abraham Lincoln, you are going to have a long, miserable wait. It’s not going to happen. If you’re waiting on a knight or knightess to ride in on a white horse and change whatever you think ails our country or your school or your community or your family, it’s not going to happen.” With these words in mind, Congressman Gowdy shares the words that empower every American to live a life that will bring change. “I’m not asking you to be Reagan. I’m not asking you to be Lincoln. I’m just asking you to live a quiet life of conviction and virtue and actually live out what you profess to believe, and if you can do that, you’ll be a leader, you’ll be persuasive, and your generation will get this country headed back in the direction that you want it to be in.”
Revival or Riots on College Campus?
Over the last eight years, it seemed as if everything that was up, was down, that which was yes was no, and every other way imaginable. Revival is the one thing that will shift things back to God. The leaders of tomorrow are on the college campuses of today. George Barna reveals that ‘50% of students who attend a Christian college, will leave their faith’. In order to reach these, we must reach them with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. CBN News is reporting how college campuses are being impacted with the Gospel with Christian Union chapters.
When CBN’s Caitlin Burke sat down with Matt Bennett, he pointed out how the top influential schools produced the nation’s leaders. “…If you look at the most influential schools, maybe the top 20 and look at the top leaders in government, business, education, and media – about two-thirds of them went to those top 20 schools.” It is the Ivy League schools that Bennet is referring to. He created Christian Union to reach these specific campuses with the Gospel.
As Bennett has continually sought to advance the Gospel, he shares the intriguing perspective of what took place in the life of Jesus and the Apostle Paul when we share the Gospel with others. “We see wherever the apostle Paul went in his travels, there was either riots or revival. When you preach the gospel and you put it forth there’s often reaction, so we should expect that that’s normal and should happen and not be afraid of it. There’s going to be some turmoil from time to time.” Speaking of turmoil, Princeton University refuted Christian Union’s attempted to start a chapter there, but as Bennett shares, because of his tenacity, the University eventually agreed to their application and welcomed them on campus.
Sometimes, when we experience pushback from the message that we are sharing, we may stop but we cannot respond to the temptation to cower down. The Kingdom of God advances through forceful men, and forceful men lay hold of it. When Jesus showed up in certain situations, He wasn’t causing the trouble, He was the water that was the response to the fires that existed. It was either riots or revival. Be encouraged as you are reminded to believe in faith for revival on our college campuses, and so much more. Also, shared in this segment: Brown, Stanford, Harvard, disciples, salvation, and testimonies. Greg and John shared in this segment.
Prophecy: Former Attorney General Used to Stir Strife and Division against all Races, hired by California to Represent them against President Trump’s Administration
As the Trump Administration becomes more and more comfortable in their new roles and positions, many may have already forgotten those that held previous roles during the Obama Administration. But, one previous individual is important to remember. The Lord revealed prophetically that Eric Holder, who was the Attorney General in the Obama Administration was being used to stir up strife. In this encounter, the Lord showed Eric Holder offending many different people, of all races. What the Lord was revealing was that Holder was being used to bring division in our country.
Of all the states that have been most opposed to the current President, President Trump and his Administration, is California, as they have fought against his policies on nearly every platform imaginable. The state of California recently hired Holder to represent California to fight against President Trump, as reported by The New York Times.
When we look at the past eight years, everything imaginable that could be divided, was divided. It is God that is the cohesiveness that holds all things together. When we turn away from God, He lifts His hands-off things. It was during this 8-year season that America continually made decisions that were against Israel. We cannot stand against Israel. We must stand with Israel. It is anti-Semitism, racism against Jews, that is the root of all racism. Racism will be dealt with in America.
It is vital that the Church pray for America, and that Eric Holder would not be used to bring division against President Trump, or any division within our country. Anything divided cannot stand. See the full report of what God has prophetically revealed how Eric Holder would be used to bring division, how racism is connected to anti-Semitism, and so much more. Also, shared in this segment: Iran, mock aircraft carriers, elections, sanctuary cities, and ethnic groups. Greg and John shared in this segment.
Stand for what you BELIEVE: Speech by Congressman Trey Gowdy at Liberty University
Trey Gowdy has garnered quite the reputation as an outspoken Congressman with values and morals as he speaks out for the many issues that are foundations in our nation. Congressman Gowdy continually shared these words of values and morals when he spoke to a packed auditorium at Liberty University.
As he addressed all of those in attendance, he comments that some may believe that our country is headed in the wrong direction. With this in mind, he points to an interesting moment in history: The Melia Dialogue. It was a dialogue between two people, the Melos and the Athenians. On the verge of war, the Athenians comprised an army that dwarfed the Melians. The Melians refused to cower down and maintained their resolute efforts to wage war against the Athenians; all the way to their entire destruction. With this in mind, Congressman Gowdy asks this revealing question: “What do you believe in enough that you would march forward even if you knew that you were marching forward to a certain defeat?” Additionally, he asks this series of follow up questioning; “Which do you value more; truth or freedom? Unity or diversity?”
Congressman Gowdy refers to his extensive experience in politics and the many dialogues and conversations that he has had with others, never once resorting to attempting to convince another that something was wrong. “Do you believe in the respect for the rule of law?” As he points out, it is this rule of law that levels the playing field for every citizen of America. No matter the income or economic status, everyone should abide by the speed limit, regardless of who you are. “What do we believe? And why do we believe the things that we do?” If we as the Church are going to have an effective witness to others, we must know why we hold the convictions in our hearts that we do. But, as Congressman Gowdy continues, having beliefs isn’t enough. We must be able to communicate.
“If you can’t communicate what you believe, you’re not going to be very successful. So, you need a message, and that message better be “Why,” why you believe, what you believe. But you also need a very effective manner or method of communication.” As he continues to share from his life experiences, anytime we seek to communicate with others who may not share our beliefs, one method that we should never attempt to use, is insult. “Insulting people does not work if your goal is to persuade”. But, what does work is the ability to establish and maintain a relationship with another human being. “The person has to know that you care about them.”
Congressman Gowdy continues to share about those in his close circle that has had a great impact on his life; Senator Marco Rubio, and Senator Tim Scott. Now, granted these may be names that some recognize or others may not. In our own states and neighborhoods are streets of well-known names, maybe airports named after historic figures in our nation’s history. But, as Congressman Gowdy points out, we can live influential lives, not by attempting to live like those who are remembered on street signs throughout America, but in a way, that influences those to our left and right. Congressman Gowdy shares these encouraging words, “If you are waiting around for another Ronald Reagan, or another Martin Luther King Jr., or another Abraham Lincoln, you are going to have a long, miserable wait. It’s not going to happen. If you’re waiting on a knight or knightess to ride in on a white horse and change whatever you think ails our country or your school or your community or your family, it’s not going to happen.” With these words in mind, Congressman Gowdy shares the words that empower every American to live a life that will bring change. “I’m not asking you to be Reagan. I’m not asking you to be Lincoln. I’m just asking you to live a quiet life of conviction and virtue and actually live out what you profess to believe, and if you can do that, you’ll be a leader, you’ll be persuasive, and your generation will get this country headed back in the direction that you want it to be in.”What about you? What do you believe in? Do you choose truth or freedom? Unity or Diversity? Do we live in a way that lives out the convictions that we believe in or just say that we do, exercising hypocrisy instead of authenticity? America is not a perfect land, nor are the people within it perfect, but we do have the freedoms that allow us to live out our daily lives in accordance to the values and beliefs that we hold near and true in our hearts. In our homes, we should each have a Bible, The Declaration of Independence, and The Constitution, because this is what we are ultimately fighting for in America. Be encouraged as you see the entire speech from Congressman Gowdy, how we can live out a life of inspiration and action, and so much more. Also, shared in this segment: education, Dinesh D’Souza, persuasion, hypocrisy, The Potomac River, drowning, rope ladder, Jefferson, marriage, the rule of law, conviction, and surrender. Greg and John shared in this segment.
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