In God’s Name?
One way to not misrepresent Father is to make sure we are not prophesying out of disappointment with people or events. Are we truly prophesying the word of the Lord or 
are we prophesying what we think should happen or what our disappointment and aggravation wish would happen? Are we prophesying out of our disappointments? Are we prophesying our pet-peeves? There are those who seem poised to attach God’s name to every weather disaster and declare it as representation of God’s judgment upon a group or a nation. From time to time someone will put God’s name on a business venture and when it utterly fails, God’s name is still on the sign and the business cards. People in the marketplace and in government walk around shaking their heads when “Christian” or “preacher” or “God” are mentioned. Unbelieving family and acquaintances freeze-frame such people and put up a wall of resistance. Each such occurrence gives observers an excuse to build the wall of resistance and suspicion higher and higher.
There have been people who try to force some sort of prophetic word upon others and who even try to make it come to pass and effectively close doors for the legitimate prophetic word. Every time I hand a cashier a $20 bill they mark it with a detector pen – they seem to be more inclined to think it is counterfeit than they are to think it is genuine. Not only are unbelievers in the world bolting doors against Christians and their ministries and their predictions but leadership in churches, expecting nothing but the counterfeit, are warning their people about them. People have already seen so much misrepresentation for so many generations that they cannot conceive of the genuine.
(This is the fifth excerpt from Marty’s article “Launching Into A New Era” in Volume 17 Issue 6 of SEEC Magazine * Marty will be speaking at the SEEC Kingdom Conference * Mar.5-7. Conference details are at https://martygabler.com/ctk-conference/ * You can hear a short audio file of Dr. Crum on “The Royal Dynastry”: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-12T10_43_08-08_00
Valentines Day
VALENTINES DAY–The awesome contrast of the love of JESUS stands out vividly and most significantly in history. It stands out noticeably in comparison to the harsh government and rulers and culture of that time. Political rulers and military were cruel and unforgiving while religious rulers were stiff and legalistic, meting out punishment without mercy.
Jesus walked among the people, talked with them, touched them and wept over them–all motivated by His love and compassion. His signs and wonders never benefited Him, only those He lovingly touched. I suppose that if we look at the life, motivation and actions of Jesus, we would come to the conclusion that the definition of love is “redemptive action.”
“For God so loved . . . that He gave . . .” (Jn.3:16)
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The Reason Jesus Could Say, “Trust In Me”
“Philip said to Him, Lord, show us the Father [cause us to see the Father–that is all we ask]; then we shall be satisfied. 9 Jesus replied, Have I been with all of you for so long a time, and do you not recognize and know Me yet, Philip? Anyone who has seen Me has seen the Father. How can you say then, Show us the Father?” (Jn.14:8-9, Amp) The reason Jesus could say, “You trust in God so you can trust in me” (14:1)–the reason He could say “If you have seen me then you have seen the Father” is because He had never misrepresented the Father in any way. That speaks of integrity, reliability and credibility and that will be displayed in one’s character and character is displayed in actions.
(This is the fourth excerpt from Marty’s article “Launching Into A New Era” in Volume 17 Issue 6 of SEEC Magazine * Marty will be speaking at the SEEC Kingdom Conference * Mar.5-7. Conference details are at https://martygabler.com/ctk-conference/ * You can hear a short audio file of Dr. Crum on “The Royal Dynastry”: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-12T10_43_08-08_00)
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May God Interfere
You are blessed in this day. You are blessed for this day. You are blessed in spite of this day.
“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over.” (Ps.23:5, NKJV)
Dr. Don Crum: The word, “bless” in Hebrew literally means, “May the God of heaven come down and interfere in your life.” In English, we often think of the word “interfere” as some- thing negative, but really it is any time someone or something steps between you and something else. I like the fact that God wants to come and step in between us and circumstances and situations. He wants to interfere by bringing His blessing, His mercy, His grace. When God inter- feres, it is always good! So, I pray that God will somehow interfere with our lives today in a positive way.
(This paragraph was taken from Dr. Crum’s article “Pulling The Heavenly Into The Earthly.” You may read the entire article: https://martygabler.com/magazine/ * Dr. Crum will be speaking at the SEEC Kingdom Conference March 5-7, 2014 * https://martygabler.com/ctk-conference/).
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Dr. Crum on “Royal Dynasty”
Below is a short audio file of Dr. Crum on “Royal Dynasty.”
Dr. Don Crum will be sharing a fresh and course-setting word God has given him regarding the next two years in our nation at the SEEC Kingdom Conference March 5-7, 2014. [*No Fee]
He goes to Israel several times a year and will also be giving us an update on Israel and the Middle East.
Conference details: martygabler.com/ctk-conference/
To see more details about Dr. Crum, read his article here: martygabler.com/magazine/
Listen to Dr. Crum–CLICK HERE: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-12T10_43_08-08_00
Thoughts Back On Him
In Jn.14:1 when our Lord is telling us to not let our hearts be troubled, this Jesus is saying, “Stop putting your thoughts on those things and put your thoughts back on Me.” That is not putting your head in the sand but getting your focus where it belongs. I know the waves are there! I am sitting in 6in. of water! But the answer is not in focusing on the waves but focusing on Him who is so desiring to pull me up out of the waves.
(This is the third excerpt from Marty’s article “Launching Into A New Era” in Volume 17 Issue 6 of SEEC Magazine.)
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Marty will be speaking at the SEEC Kingdom Conference * Mar.5-7. Conference details are at https://martygabler.com/ctk-conference/ and you may hear a few excerpts of Apostles Hodges’ message from last year at this link: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-05T11_42_39-08_00
May The Lord Help And Protect
May the Lord help and protect you to keep your confidential matters confidential. May the Lord keep your passwords, emails, FaceBook, webpages and bank accounts secure. May those who would attempt to say things to your detriment be checked by the Spirit of the Lord, lest they hinder your righteous progress. May the Lord rebuke the devourer in your behalf.
“God keeps your days stable and secure—salvation, wisdom, and knowledge in surplus, and best of all, Zion’s treasure, Fear-of-God.” (Isa.33:6, Msg)
For the 2014 Conference Apostle Hodges says:
“The question is not how much does the Kingdom advance before the King returns. The question is how much will the Body of Christ pray and participate in the agenda of the Kingdom of God in the culture. An increasing Kingdom that was prophesied by Isaiah demands an anointed, activated, and fearless people of God”.
To hear audio excerpts CLICK ON THIS LINK: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-05T11_42_39-08_00
To see details of the conference click on: https://martygabler.com/ctk-conference/
The Reason For The Troubling
They were soon to launch upon a new era in their lives: ministering and facing opposition, facing the world, its issues and needs without Jesus’ physical presence. They would 
now be the ones 1.) dealing directly with religious opposition in all forms, 2.) dealing directly with devils in all forms and 3.) dealing directly with the great weight of human need. They would no longer be standing behind Him observing, listening as He authoritatively dealt with each person and each situation with acts of power. They are now the ones who will be speaking authoritatively and performing acts of power or the troubles will go uncontradicted and needs will continue unmet and unabated. Therefore, it is no wonder that their hearts were troubled, distressed, agitated. Yet, if our Lord commands us to not let our heart be troubled, we have the ability (through Him) to not let our heart be troubled. He would not carelessly command what we could not obey.
(This is the second excerpt from Marty’s article “Launching Into A New Era” in Volume 17 Issue 6 of SEEC Magazine.)
Along with a great line-up of anointed men and women of God, Marty will be speaking at the SEEC Kingdom Conference * Mar.5-7. Conference details are at martygabler.com/ctk-conference/ and you may hear a few excerpts of Apostles Hodges’ message
May The Lord Hinder The Hinderer
May the Lord turn situations completely around to your benefit. May the Lord shut the mouths of those who are attempting to hinder your progress and purpose and defeat their attempts.
Just received a call about a man several of us have been agreeing with in prayer. For several years, several of his superiors had decided to prevent any promotions for him. They were hindering his being facilitated properly to get his job done, attempting to make him look bad. Some were jealous of his success in his projects. But now, suddenly, the Lord has turned the tables and they all are apologizing to him and helping him! God is not finished with people or situations they create. Look for Him to turn it all around.
“The upright shall see it and be glad, but all iniquity shall shut its mouth.” (Ps.107:42, Amp)
“You who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked.” (Ps.97:10, NKJV)
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Below is a link to a short audio file from Jim Hodges’ message at the SEEC Kingdom Conference in 2013.
For the 2014 Conference Apostle Hodges says:
“The question is not how much does the Kingdom advance before the King returns. The question is how much will the Body of Christ pray and participate in the agenda of the Kingdom of God in the culture. An increasing Kingdom that was prophesied by Isaiah demands an anointed, activated, and fearless people of God”.
To hear audio excerpts CLICK ON THIS LINK: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-05T11_42_39-08_00
To see details of the conference click on: https://martygabler.com/ctk-conference/
“The Kingdom In Action” Audio Excerpts
Below is a link to a short audio file of excerpts from Jim Hodges’ “The
Kingdom In Action” message at the SEEC Kingdom Conference in 2013.
For the 2014 Conference Apostle Hodges says:
“The question is not how much does the Kingdom advance before the King returns. The question is how much will the Body of Christ pray and participate in the agenda of the Kingdom of God in the culture. An increasing Kingdom that was prophesied by Isaiah demands an anointed, activated, and fearless people of God”.
To hear audio excerpts of “The Kingdom In Action” CLICK ON THIS LINK:
http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-05T11_42_39-08_00
See conference details at this link: martygabler.com/ctk-conference/
Or scan this QR Code with your smart phone or iPad.
The Bi-Product
The Bi-Product
It is not bad to have needs. It is not wrong to desire to receive from God. But there should come a point of development in relationship with God that focus on needs and receiving is not the basis for the relationship. Need is how and why we come to Jesus but there should be growth and development from that point. There should be a point at which seeking to be part of the expression of Father’s Kingdom and pleasing Father and being productive for Father is the main thrust of the relationship and His meeting our needs is just a bi-product of facilitation.
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. (Matt.6:33)
(This is the third excerpt from the article “The Kingdom, The Process, The Benefit” by Marty Gabler.)
Supply For Servants
Supply For Servants
By the time the prodigal gets to the pig pen, this guy is having to eat that which is nothing more than left-over and waste. He is suffering at this level because he has stepped out of his metron 
(sphere of influence) not satisfied to yield to his father’s wise timing. Thankfully, he came to himself in that situation and realized that his father’s servants, in their metron, fared better than he did. Although he was a son, the servants were better off than him at this point and their position and circumstance was far more desirable than what he had being out of position as a son born to privilege and inheritance. After wasting the measure of rule he had carved out for himself, he realized that he had presumptuously grasped a measure of rule he was not ready for. If a private in the army can stay within his measure of rule, he will have all the food he needs, all the gasoline for his jeep, all the bullets for his rifle and all the medical care he will need; and he will never pay rent or electric bills (Mt 6:33-and all these things will be added unto you). His peers will never be allowed to promote him or talk him into taking the position of a captain. As his superior officers observe him, they will measure his abilities and promote him accordingly (Ps 75:6-7). The prodigal concluded, “My father’s servants have stayed within their measure of rule and look how well supplied they are.”
For not from the east nor from the west nor from the south come promotion and lifting up.
7 But God is the Judge! He puts down one and lifts up another. (Ps.75:6-7, Amp)
We Live In This Time In History Because
We Live In This Time In History Because
We live in this time in history because God ordained it so and He also ordained the days to come for His Name’s sake (Ps23:3;106:8;1Jn2:12;3Jn:1:7)
It is not our purpose in living to simply observe “the tide” of circumstances but to turn the tide. We do not live so we might observe history taking place but so we might make history.
Typically after someone shares about how they were powerfully used of God, someone will walk up afterwards and say something like, “Yes, but you are a full-time minister, pastor, evangelist, prophet etc., etc.” Title, T-shirt or cap doesn’t matter. The anointing and empowering One, the Holy Spirit is the same in every believer at any time in history.
The reason we do not speak with a British accent and send our taxes to London each April is because 1000’s of nameless people participated in the American Revolution and turned the tide for the nation. It could not have been done by the dozen or so people whose names made it into the history books.
Jahweh is no less faithful in this moment of history than He was in 2Co 4:9: “we know that God knows what to do; we’ve been spiritually terrorized, but God hasn’t left our side.”
“So teach us to number our days, that we may get us a heart of wisdom.” (Ps.90:12)
DECLARE: “I do not live so I might observe history taking place but so I might make history. I was born at the right time and will effectively impact the sphere of influence God has given me in my generation.”
