"LIFE, DEATH AND REBIRTH"

The Cross was a well-known instrument used as capital punishment for the guiltiest criminals, particularly those of the lowest and the meanest offenses; murderers, robbers, any harmful, illegal or immoral act and those who assisted in committing crimes. Those who revolted against authority, although upright and peaceable also experienced the cruelty of the cross. An arbitrary pleasure of the governors, just because they had the power and authority to do so. Being nailed to the cross was a form of humiliation, public disgrace and shame. This practice was borrowed by the Greeks and the Romans from the Phoenicians also known as Canaanites, which means "lowland". Death by the way of the cross was very severe pain and torture, with the hands and feet nailed down, as all the blood drained from the body. The perpetrator would hang for several days before being taken down to be buried.

Mark 14: 53, 55 & 56

 "And they led Jesus away to the high priest: and with him were assembled all the chief priests and the elders and the scribes.  And the chief priests and all the council sought for witness against Jesus to put him to death; and found none. For many bare false witness (lied) against him, but their testimonies did not agree.

Mark 15: 6-15

"Pilate was accustomed to releasing one prisoner to the people, whomever they requested.  And there was one named Barabbas, who was chained with his fellow rebels that had committed murder in the rebellion. Pilate asked them, saying, “Do you want me to release to you the King of the Jews?” For he knew that the chief priests had handed Him over because of envy.  But the chief priests stirred up the crowd, so that he should rather release Barabbas to them.  Pilate answered and said to them again, “What then do you want me to do with Him whom you call the King of the Jews?” They cried out, “Crucify Him!” Then Pilate said to them, “Why, what evil has He done?” But they cried out all the more, “Crucify Him!”  So, Pilate, wanting to gratify the crowd, released Barabbas to them; and he delivered Jesus, after he had whipped Him, to be crucified".

Jesus stood before the Governor Pilate for judgement, being accused of blasphemy, which was a religious offence. Pilate knowing very well of his reputation knew that Jesus was not guilty, but he wanted to please the crowd, so he delivered him up to be crucified still. Jesus was a righteous man, a man of love, who went about doing good to all, yet they accused him of being a devil. He was a committed servant to God, doing his fathers will, teaching the scriptures, healing the sick and preforming miracles. So why was he crucified? Why did he have to undergo such horrific punishment? Jesus was not a follower of their organized religion and the established government and many resented him for that such as the Chief Priest, Scribes and the Pharisees. He referred to them as hypocrites and vipers.

Matthew 23: 23-28

“Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel.

“Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. Blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup and dish, and then the outside also will be clean.

“Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of the bones of the dead and everything unclean.  In the same way, on the outside you appear to people as righteous but, on the inside, you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness".

Jesus astonished the people with his teaching because he taught with authority and the Scribes did not. He called them out on their hypocrisy, and they resented and hated him for that. In addition, He ate and drank with sinners and tax collectors. The tax collectors were as a class, detested not only by the Jews, but by other nations also, both on account of their employment and of the harshness, greed, and deception, with which they did their job. Jesus did not treat sinners different, but he was kind and compassionate towards them. In the conclusion of the matter, they envied Jesus, and they couldn't control him, and he represented a political threat to their kingdom. So, Pilate delivered him to be crucified; they clothed him in purple, plaited a crown of thorns and placed it upon his head. They began to salute him, "Hail, King of the Jews", struck him on the head with a rod, spit upon him, then bowed their knees and worshipped him, doing all this mocking him. After they had mocked him, they removed the purple and put his own clothes on him and led him out to crucify him. As they traveled, a certain man from Cyrene, Simon, the father of Alexander and Rufus, was passing by on his way in from the country, and they forced him to carry the cross and they brought him to Golgotha Hill, the place of the crucifixion. After enduring the agony of the cross, he died, was buried and afterwards was raised up with All Power, possessing the Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven, Death and Hell. Jesus was not defeated in death, it was all part of God's Divine Plan for him to die, "for it pleased the Lord to bruise him and put him to grief" according to Isaiah 53:10. Jesus, was God's Chosen Vessel of sacrifice, for the edification of humanity, a willing sacrifice, because he understood his Purpose and Mission.

As we examine the World today, Our Nation hangs naked before God being divided into three groups. (1) Mad, Bitter and Angry, (2) Regretful and Remorseful (3) Innocent Bystanders and Affiliates. Regardless of which category that you fit into, there is a cross for everyone to bear, if you participated in this current "World's Dilemma" that we're facing. A time where everything comes to a halt, everything stands still, the end of life, Death, at The Cross, "The Tribulation Period". The Cross is where you are put on display, all eyes on you, everyone knows your name, your face, your crime, nowhere to run, nowhere to hide, you're stuck. Simon, the man who was forced to carry the cross for Jesus, his name means heard or hearing. He is the Father of Alexander, his name means defender of man, and Rufus whose name means RED. They were Natives of Cyrene, which means "Supremacy of the bridle", further meaning, to control or limit something or someone that is not wanted. When you combine all these, it clearly points towards the dilemma of "The Great Reveal" and the "Government Conspiracy", the attempt to replace the Will of God with their plans. (The flip that flopped) Many on a global scale collaborated, to prevent the Big Secret from coming forth, most of which was done by force, as Simon was. Nevertheless, the trumpet is sounding and God say's "It Is Finished". This is the equivalence of seventh Angel in Revelation pouring out his vial/bowl into the Air, symbolizing a change in the atmosphere, evidence to be brought forth into the light, to become clear or manifested, forced by the Breath of God.

After Jesus died, the sun became dark, the veil of the temple rent in two, from the top to the bottom, the earth quaked, the mountains split, graves were opened and many resurrected. Only then did they acknowledge, saying "truly this man is the Son of GOD", but it was too late, the damage was done. This veil hanged to divide the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place. The Most Holy Place is where the Ark of the Covenant was and only the Priest was allowed to enter because it was sacred and considered as the true abode of God. The sun represents the exposing of all darkness; the veil served as a covering for the Most Holy Place and had to be removed when the Priest entered. The veil splitting signified God's Wrath and Judgment, the quake represents the shaking, agitation of the mind, fear, commotions, trembling and concern because that which you have feared the most has now come upon you. The End of the World, your world, as you once knew it to be, the inevitable is upon the Land.

Although judgment may lead to corrections and punishment, it is necessary and holds a greater purpose for your life. The process of the cross is lengthy; each one differs from another, a long and slow death to your ego and flesh. Our Purpose, Goal, and Challenge for incarnating is to Conquer, Overcome and Master the Darkness that dwells within. Living through the Spirit and from the space of your Heart. When you choose to live from your lower nature you hinder your own self from succeeding spiritually, making yourself a slave to your flesh. In this state you lack the ability to make sound decisions, wise choices and to see through the illusions that lurks within the World. The problem that plagues this Nation is a direct result of "Heart Conditions". You have not loved as God has required us to but have hurt, devoured, and murdered causing hardship and pain. That's not love! You bought a lie, and it has cost you greatly! Therefore, God's Hand was forced to crush you that his oil may be birthed within you. That you may become a fruitful land with richness and anointing within, to shape and form your hearts to burn with the Fire of His Spirit. "I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh". (Ezekiel 36:26)

The Cross has become unavoidable, and its process is designed to fulfill God's mission of transformation in your life, if you work with it and not against. All you can do at this point, is watch as the consequences of your actions unfold. These coming changes will have major impacts on your life equating to loss and huge losses for many, a time of doom and gloom. Family break downs, loss of personal property, health, employment, etc. and many will spend time in prison or jail. The greater the offense the greater the loss. Although some have already been affected by the ongoing changes, the scope of it all is at an all-time high to "Peak ". Eventually the storms will cease, things will calm down and each will have an opportunity to do some much-needed self-reflection. All that was meant to die is now dead, not necessarily literal, but will be in some cases. It's natural to want to rebuild all that you've lost but understand that you will never be able to regain any material losses if still can't see the value in building self, first. Transforming and resurrecting with a new mind and new heart, then and only then will you be able to begin again. You have to become your own sacrifice, that you may live. I have been speaking of these upcoming changes for a while now. The purpose here is to show how your actions are connected with "The Cross" in our current day time frame. Also, having an understanding that the cross is not just about the death and resurrection of Christ Jesus and finally, you are here today because of your choices. So, take accountability for your actions or the lack thereof, responding negatively will not be to your benefit.

Group # 1- Being mad, bitter and angry won't get you anywhere. This group is upset because you have been caught, and everyone knows the truth of who you really are. All your plotting, planning, lies, deception, manipulation, greed, crimes, witchcraft and evil workings did not avail. If you choose to stay in that energy, you will not survive through these horrific times approaching. The choice is yours, choose wisely! "No man/woman can serve two masters, for either you will hate one and love the other or either hold to one and despise the other, you cannot serve God and money". (Matthew 6:24)

Group # 2 - It is a good thing that you are regretful and remorseful for your actions. Your mindset and heart are geared in the right direction. It will be challenging, but reaching your goal is attainable, as long as you stay the course. Keeping strong mentally will be your greatest asset for endurance; the journey will become easier and lighter.

Group # 3- To the innocent bystanders and affiliates, you may have blindly committed to being a willing party to this "Storm of the Century". During this time, you will also experience upheavals because of your connections. You will be mostly affected with discomfort and lack. For example, if the actions of your spouse have caused them to be incarcerated; their absence will be felt in the loss of one income or perhaps the only income. Regardless, you have to work with the progress and stay focus on your Spiritual Growth.

Groups 1, 2 & 3

Do Not Be Anxious (Worried)

 “Therefore, I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? Therefore, do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be take care of itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. (Matthew 6:25-34)