Why now at 70 and not 30? - Steve Martin

 

Why now at 70 and not 30?

“After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to him (Moses) in the wilderness of Mount Sinai, in the flame of a burning thorn bush.” Acts 7:30, NASB

In Exodus, we read a little bit more of Moses' response to the Lord’s calling to him, after the Lord appeared to him.

^7-8 God said, “I’ve taken a good, long look at the affliction of my people in Egypt. I’ve heard their cries for deliverance from their slave masters; I know all about their pain. And now I have come down to help them, pry them loose from the grip of Egypt, get them out of that country and bring them to a good land with wide-open spaces, a land lush with milk and honey, the land of the Canaanite, the Hittite, the Amorite, the Perizzite, the Hivite, and the Jebusite.

^9-10 “The Israelite cry for help has come to me, and I’ve seen for myself how cruelly they’re being treated by the Egyptians. It’s time for you to go back: I’m sending you to Pharaoh to bring my people, the People of Israel, out of Egypt.”

¹¹ Moses answered God, “But why me? What makes you think that I could ever go to Pharaoh and lead the children of Israel out of Egypt?” (emphasis mine)

¹² “I’ll be with you,” God said. “And this will be the proof that I am the one who sent you: When you have brought my people out of Egypt, you will worship God right here at this very mountain.”

¹³ Then Moses said to God, “Suppose I go to the People of Israel and I tell them, ‘The God of your fathers sent me to you’; and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ What do I tell them?”

¹⁴ God said to Moses, “I-AM-WHO-I-AM. Tell the People of Israel, ‘I-AM sent me to you.’” The Message

When I was 30, having already been married 7 years, with my wife being just 25, with two sons and two daughters having escaped out of the womb, the Lord had already put in my heart to “go to the nations”. I can remember being 10, and my mom talking about how she had always wanted to be a missionary and telling me about it. But with her marriage and eight kids to raise, that never happened.

I think her heart became mine, which had come from the same Father.

But now, at the ripe old age of 70, that long-held desire of my heart, which He had put there, is being fulfilled. My wife Laurie and I are going to Jerusalem to volunteer at Christian Friends of Israel for three months. Finally!

But why did the Lord wait so long? Why wasn’t the time right for me to go at 30, when I, really, really wanted to? When I was young, and full of wisdom, and knew more than the Lord did. Or so I thought at times.

Looking back at the patriarchs, i.e., Abraham, Moses, even David, it is almost plain to see that the Lord loves those who are “seasoned”, “prepared”, “having gone through the wringer” (an ancient term that very old people know about.)

I do see the wisdom of the Lord now. It has only taken me 40 years. Now firmly believing, as one should, that “when I am weak He is strong”.

“Therefore I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in distresses, in persecutions, in difficulties, in behalf of Christ; for when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10, NASB

God the Father seems to know what is best. After all, “Father Knows Best”, as the TV show proved, beginning in 1954 (the year of my birth) through 1960, had us all believing in a godly father, a godly mother, a loving household, and the good ways of American life back then. Before much of it was stained by the ways of the world.

My heart is to see those of you who have reached those “golden years” to realize that it is not the time to retire, to sit on the front porch swing (which I do enjoy) and read the latest Robert Whitlow novel (whom I know personally and highly recommend.)

It is time for us to use that wisdom, those years of hard knocks and knives in the back, scares on our knees from praying, and joys that we know He has blessed us with, and go to the cities, the states, the nations…and do what our great Father, the Living God of Israel, has so prepared for us to do.

Let’s go!

Ahava and Shalom,

Steve Martin

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Come and Go - Hear the Word of the Lord - new book by Steve Martin

When the Lord calls each of us to “come, follow Me”, He does so because He has a great plan and purpose for each of our lives. He knows what our desires are, but most importantly, He is the one who puts those desires in our hearts.

As you seek Him, He will lead you to places you have never dreamed of, giving you missions you had never thought possible, and will direct your steps to complete the total picture He has for you, as you take your place in His Body among the peoples of the nations.

Each must hear the word to “Come”, and then listen to the word of the Lord to “Go.” May that be in your heart.

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With this, my 38^th book, I dedicate to those who hear the Word of the Lord. And obey it. First, to “Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28, NASB). 

 And then, to those who hear and obey His command. “And He said to them, 'Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” (Mark 16:15, NASB), taking His message of forgiveness, love, and grace to walk in His plans and purposes for your life.

May His Holy Spirit continue to guide you and lead you to the completion of the assigned mission He has given specifically to you.

When the Lord calls each of us to “come, follow Me”, He does so because He has a great plan and purpose for each of our lives. He knows what our desires are, but most importantly, He is the one who puts those desires in our hearts.

As you seek Him, He will lead you to places you have never dreamed of, giving you missions you had never thought possible, and will direct your steps to complete the total picture He has for you, as you take your place in His Body among the peoples of the nations.

We have heard the word to “Come”, and now we have again heard the word of the Lord to “Go.”

And thus, we shall!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  

Dedication                               Page  5

Introduction                             Page  6

 

1.      I’m Back                                 Page 7

2.      He Gives Us Signs                  Page 9

3.      Friendships. We Need Them. Page 14

4.      If You Seek Me                       Page 18

5.      Call It What It Is                     Page 22

6.      Live Generously                     Page 25

7.      Live Generously. But How?   Page 28

8.      Snakes in the Grass                 Page 32

9.      Family                                     Page 36

10.  Why now 70 and not 30?        Page 40

 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR                   Page 44

CONTACT INFORMATION            Page 46

OTHER BOOKS STEVE MARTIN  Page 47

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I HAVE CALLED YOU FOR THIS TIME. The Dream Still Holds. - Now Think On This by Steve Martin

Special Edition:

On Friday, Nov. 2, 2018, 53 men and women, making up the leadership of Antioch International Church in Fort Mill, SC, were gathered for a weekend time of fellowship and teaching. During the Friday morning session, several were given prophetic words to share, for encouragement and destiny.

This is a prophetic word the Lord gave me. which I then spoke out for the group.

I believe it is also meant for many of you, located in the nations.

Steve Martin

Founder/President

Love For His People, Inc.

Charlotte, NC USA

I HAVE CALLED YOU FOR THIS TIME
-The Dream Still Holds

“Your eye has not seen yet what I see ahead. Your ear has not heard yet what I hear.

I have called each of you to this place. I have called you for this hour. 

Many of you know I called you –even when you were 10 and heard Me. Or those of you who were teenagers when I called you to Me.

You have been hurt, rejected, and left laying on the road. But I was there with you, and during the times you were in your closet, crying, in despair, and wanting to quit, I was there with you.

Know that the dreams and that which I placed in your heart long ago have not been forgotten or ended. It is for you now.

You are being joined together to bring My Word, to share My heart, to fulfill the plans and purposes I have for you.

My heart is for you. My heart is for you."






May the good Lord God, Father of All, bring to pass the dream He gave to you even as a child. He is Faithful and True, and will yet complete that desire He placed in your heart, even back then, to share His love, mercy, and grace to the nations.

We give thanks that He is bringing many back, to complete the call He has given to them. We need each person in the Body of Christ, walking out their destiny in Him.

Shalom and ahava (peace and love in Hebrew).

Now think on this,

  

Steve Martin

Founder/President

Love For His People, Inc.

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Are You Truly Engaging Holy Spirit When You Worship and Pray? - KATHERINE RUONALA CHARISMA MAGAZINE SPIRTLED WOMAN

But then I realized I was singing, "I love You," with my mouth but not with my heart. (Flickr/D Coetzee)

Are You Truly Engaging Holy Spirit When You Worship and Pray?

8/6/2017 KATHERINE RUONALA  CHARISMA MAGAZINE  SPIRTLED WOMAN

Years ago, when I was a backup singer on a worship team, I would be concentrating so much on singing the right part that I would sometimes forget I was meant to be worshipping. It's easy for a music teacher and a perfectionist to get focused on harmonies and pitch. One day I was singing away and heard the Holy Spirit say, "Who are you singing to?"

"You, Lord," I answered. But then I realized I was singing, "I love You," with my mouth but not with my heart. I absolutely loved Him in my heart, so that wasn't the problem, but I was having a conversation with Him without being conscious of what I was saying. I made a decision at that moment never to do that again. I told the Lord I never wanted to sing another worship song without being aware of to whom I was singing, the sincerity of my words, and the reality of His presence.

Imagine what that would be like with my husband. "Um, yeah, you're awesome, Tom," as I look around and occupy myself with other things. "Really great ... I appreciate you so much," while I yawn and check my e-mail. That's a bit strange, isn't it? It doesn't demonstrate sincerity or a desire for connection. That's what happens when we think we are worshipping but don't focus on God. I think that especially happens with the Holy Spirit, who can sometimes seem like the mysterious, forgotten member of the Trinity. The Father and Son can seem easier to relate to. We have natural fathers and sons in this world, so the concepts of God the Father and God the Son make sense to us. But what about the Holy Spirit? He loves our attention too, and He very often doesn't receive it.

I don't want to grieve the Holy Spirit in any way. I know He doesn't take offense easily; that's a wonderful thing about God. "God is love," and love is not easily offended (1 John 4:8; 1 Cor. 13:5). The Holy Spirit is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Even when I have at times drifted from truth, He remained constant and kind. He is patient and understanding. He doesn't withdraw His love. We can worship by faith, believing that as we come to worship, He is always so happy to be engaging with us. Because Jesus has made us clean and pure by His blood, we can always approach the throne of grace.

I want my relationship with the Holy Spirit to be about much more than coexisting. I don't want to just mentally acknowledge His presence. I want deep, close companionship; the fullness of His power and love; His guidance and direction; His comfort and counsel; and so much more. I want to know and be deeply, passionately in love with the One who knows and is deeply, passionately in love with me. I want to do life with Him to fulfill every inch of my destiny and see His kingdom come on earth just as it is in heaven.

Do you feel the same way? You wouldn't be reading this if you didn't want these things too. This is what your heart was made for and what you've been longing for. The wonderful news is that the Holy Spirit wants to help you with everything. He wants to partner with you even more than you want to partner with Him. He wants your destiny in Him to be thoroughly, gloriously fulfilled.

The Holy Spirit wants to speak to your heart. He wants to encourage you, and He wants to refresh you. He wants to supernaturally expand your capacity to receive His love and demonstrate it to others. He wants you to move in His power. He wants to take you higher and higher into absolute, overwhelming joy. There is fullness of joy in His presence, and that's where you get to stand—you and Him together. A life surrendered to Him will change the world forever. Are you ready?

Adapted from Life With the Holy Spirit by Katherine Ruonala, copyright 2017, published by Charisma House-Charisma Media/Charisma House Book Group. If you are hungry for true fellowship with God, are eager to experience His power and want to work with Him in ministering to others, then this book is for you. It will help you know the One Jesus sent to comfort, teach, fill, empower and guide you to fulfill God's purpose, while experiencing the delight and benefits of having a meaningful relationship with Him. To order your copy click on this link.

Prayer Power for the Week of Aug. 6, 2017

This week, take some time to "pray in the Holy Spirit" so that you can immediately connect with the heart of God and His priorities for you, your loved ones, the nation and the world. Continue to pray for those in authority over us and ask the Lord to surround them with wise counsel and give them wisdom as they make decisions affecting us and the entire world. Remember those who have suffered loss through recent natural disasters, crime and/or terrorism. Ask the Lord to show you what you can do to help. Continue to pray for worldwide revival, those serving the people in our communities and nation, and our allies. Read: 1 Cor. 13:5; 1 John 4:8.

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Let Not Your Heart Grow Cold - Now Think On This by Steve Martin

Let Not Your Heart Grow Cold

Now Think On This

Steve Martin

“Above everything else, guard your heart; for it is the source of life’s consequences.” Proverbs 4:23, Complete Jewish Bible)

I had woken up trying to fight off bitterness and resentment in my mind. I didn’t want it to overtake my heart.

In the dream I just had, my wife Laurie and I were ushers for a large gathering. I don’t recall if it was on a ship, at a conference, or a special church event. It seemed as if we had been part of the “invited guests” list, being a part of the group, but chose to be servants for the others by ushering. We had been doing this for a number of years.

As the dream continued, around 10 pm, when the meeting was over and all had left for the banquet, we too went to get our food, expecting to receive what the others would have gotten earlier. Along the way I passed several tables which had key lime pie available on small plates, as the desert. Thinking I might want a piece before they were gone, I picked up one plate and began eating the slice of pie. (I must have been hungry!)

When I got to the food line, where the food had been set up in cafeteria style for large crowds, all I could see left were turkey wings – basically bones with a little meat on them – and some mashed potatoes. I asked the servers if there was anything else left, and they said no. They were preparing for the next meal, but I couldn’t have that.

I then woke up (the red digital lights read 2:22 am on the clock) and I laid there for at least 20 minutes, trying to guard both my mind and my heart from the thoughts of bitterness, anger and resentment that threatened to overtake me. Here we had just served all these people, and yet nothing good was left for us to partake too.

It was a real struggle, as my mind thought back over the years when my service in ministry could at times have been taken for granted. Would I allow this attitude to get the best of me now at this point in my life?

There are three things I felt the Lord was trying to tell me. He may also do the same with you through this dream.

1.      We are in a spiritual battle. In these last days, our hearts can grow cold due to the atmosphere around us, with darkness trying to constantly overtake everything. We are in a real battle for our souls and those we are in contact with.

2.      As we grow older in the faith, and in our bodies, we can become cynical, seeing things happen over and over again, with no change happening. It can wear us down and cause us to pull back from engaging with others, and giving in service to them out of love.

3.      If we allow weeds to fall in our spiritual soil and grow roots, they will consume the good wheat that has also been planted. A root of bitterness can destroy your spiritual walk and testimony. “See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled;” (Hebrews 12:15, NASU)

Looking back in our faith walk, in order to keep moving forward, if we do not give thanks and continue to see with the Lord’s vision, we will give in to that which will steal our joy, our purpose, and our direction in this life. We must keep fighting the good fight, guard our hearts, and pray that they do not grow cold.

Remember, we serve a good God, and He is the Rewarder of those who seek Him. May He find faith when He returns.  “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6, NKJV)

Lord, help us stay close to you.

(By the way, I did get another hour of sleep before I got up for Bible reading and prayer.)

Now think on this,

Steve Martin

Founder

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Now Think On This - In the New Year of our Lord 08.02.16 - #263 –“Let Not Your Heart Grow Cold” – Tuesday at 6:00 pm

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"The Bed is Too Short: Dealing With a Restless, Discontented Spirit" by Bobby Conner - THE ELIJAH LIST

"The Bed is Too Short: Dealing With a Restless, Discontented Spirit"

Bobby Conner, Bullard, TX    The Elijah List

I enjoy discovering passages of Scripture tucked away that one seldom hears people speaking about. Here is one such passage:

"For the bed is too short to stretch out on, and the covering so narrow that one cannot wrap himself in it (Isaiah 28:20 NKJV).

I've personally experienced this passage! My wife and I were traveling across Eastern Europe in ministry. In one location where we stayed the night, the bed was so short that most of my lower body hung off it, my feet almost dangling to the floor. Needless to say, I was dreadfully uncomfortable, more comfortable on the floor than the bed. 

I am over six feet tall and the bed was about five feet long. Nevertheless, it turns out I'm not the only one who has faced such an experience. The prophet Isaiah describes exactly this condition: (Photo via Pixabay)

"You will be like the person in the proverb, who tries to sleep in a bed too short to stretch out on, with a blanket too narrow to wrap himself in" (Isaiah 28:20 GNT).

A colorful and sarcastic metaphor is employed by the Prophet Isaiah to describe the condition in which the people of God find themselves as a result of their failure to fully follow the Lord's guidance. The bed is too short and the covering too narrow. 

This speaks of the absolute futility of attempting to be satisfied, peaceful, and comfortable when a person is willfully out of God's will and way.

Man's best-laid plans are disappointing and unsuccessful without God. This is clearly revealed in the saga of mankind attempting to build its own access to Heaven, only to discover this is a foolish and futile attempt. You can't get to Heaven without God (see Genesis 11:1-9).

When one is directed by the lust of the flesh, one forfeits contentment and personal peace, exchanging the tranquil soul for a troubled mind.

Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be. So then, those who are in the flesh cannot please God.

But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you. Now if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he is not His. And if Christ is in you, the body is dead because of sin, but the Spirit is life because of righteousness. But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you. Romans 8:7-11 NKJV

The carnal person, the person that continues yielding to the desires of the flesh, has no real contentment; their spirit is like a storm-tossed sea. Remember, we are warned that a double-minded man is unstable in all his ways (see James 1:8). Their sinful lifestyle leaves them uncomfortable and unable to rest and find comfort; their soul is in a troubled storm.(Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

But the wicked are like the troubled sea, when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt. "There is no peace," says my God, "for the wicked." Isaiah 57:20-21 NKJV

Scripture reminds us that man's plans without God's guidance always lead to failure (see Proverbs 14:12). The too short bed reveals the insufficiency of man's self-directed way to produce the much-needed peace and tranquility of heart and soul that God offers all who trust and obey Him (see Isaiah 26:3).

Truly it is only as we keep firmly focused on Christ that we will obtain and maintain a peaceful soul. Scripture states that great and lasting reward comes to those who seek to know God more deeply and intimately.

Acquaint yourself with HIM, now, and be at peace. Thereby good shall come to you. Job 22:21 WEB

For then you will delight yourself in the Almighty, and shall lift up your face to God. Job 22:26 WEB

Never forget, true peace comes from Christ Jesus (see John 14:27).Genuine peace is one of the gifts given by the Holy Spirit (see Galatians 5:22).

...for the Kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Romans 14:17 NKJV

Points To Ponder

If you've been feeling unusually restless lately, the following may be some of the reasons why. Perhaps you're trying to fit into a place you've inherited from someone else – a "bed" that is too small for you. There is a dissatisfaction within us when we are not doing what God has called and destined us to do. When we are walking in the will of God, we have peace and contentment (see Philippians 4:11).

Maybe you've been like the frustrated baby who simply has outgrown his once-perfect crib. The Kingdom of God is ever expanding! We must learn and adapt to growth also. It could be the doctrinal "blanket" that once kept you so snug and cozy is now too narrow to cover your expanding revelatory insights.

You are not alone in your restlessness; however, you can't stay in that kind of bed...or try to cover yourself with that kind of blanket (see 1 Timothy 6:6).God is stirring up your souls to seek Him in a much deeper manner (see Jeremiah 29:12-13). It is time to expand our horizons spiritually.

A Downward Pathway

A restless, discontented spirit is not something to be taken flippantly; that is a plan for disaster and destruction. Never forget there is a high cost for low living! The pleasure of sin brings with it some horrendous consequences (see Romans 6:23).(Photo via Flickr)

King David is a vivid example of the fruit of a restless spirit (see 2 Samuel 11:1-5). As we search for reasons for King David's discontentment, we soon discover he is out of the place God had prepared for him. Thus, he is dissatisfied and disturbed within his spirit. David is restless and he takes a walk on the palace roof. Little does he know that he has set out on a downward journey that will affect him for the rest of his life.

It happened in the spring of the year, at the time when kings go out to battle, that David sent Joab and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the people of Ammon and besieged Rabbah. But David remained at Jerusalem.

Then it happened one evening that David arose from his bed and walked on the roof of the king's house. And from the roof he saw a woman bathing, and the woman was very beautiful to behold. So David sent and inquired about the woman. 

And someone said, "Is this not Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam, the wife of Uriah the Hittite?" Then David sent messengers, and took her; and she came to him, and he lay with her, for she was cleansed from her impurity; and she returned to her house. And the woman conceived; so she sent and told David, and said, "I am with child." 2 Samuel 11:1-5 NKJV

The open door to this restless spirit happened when David did not go out to battle; this was his anointed place. It is so important to grasp and understand that if we are not where we are supposed to be, then there is no grace to be where we are! 

Let me say that again: "If we are not where God has told us to be, then there is no grace to be where we are!"

David is restless, and soon he is on a downward journey. He is bored and restless, so he takes a stroll. Notice the downward pathway. First, he is out of the will of God. Second, discontented, he opened himself up to a demonic distraction: he sees a naked woman in a bath. A spirit of lust moves upon his heart, and David takes another man's wife. 

This story is all too familiar; a discontented spirit leads to an open door for demonic distraction, and then attempts to satisfy the lust of the eye. A spoiled attempt to cover up his sexual sin soon leads to the untimely death of a faithful soldier Uriah, a loyal, mighty warrior, whose name speaks of being "a flame and light for God." Scripture warns: "Be sure your sin will find you out."

How to Defeat a Restless Spirit

1) Focus your attention on things above: heavenly things! (Photo via Pixabay)

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Meditate on These Things

Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy – meditate on these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you. Philippians 4:6-9 NKJV

2) Busy yourself with loving and following the Lord Jesus!

Now godliness with contentment is great gain. 1 Timothy 6:6 NKJV

A cheerful heart makes good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.Proverbs 17:22 WEB

Christ Jesus is the Prince of Peace (see Isaiah 9:6). Yield to Him; give Jesus first place in your heart and life. His plans for you are far greater than you could design for yourself (see Jeremiah 29:11). In a troubled world, Christ Jesus is the Solid Rock.

Bobby Conner
Eagles View Ministries

Email: manager@bobbyconner.org
Website: bobbyconner.org

Bobby Conner: This "Gentle Giant" is uniquely anointed with refreshing humor and razor-sharp prophetic accuracy, which has been documented around the world. Bobby's dynamic capacity to release outstanding demonstrations of the miraculous – healings, signs and wonders – reveals the very heart of the Father toward us! 

Surviving a dramatic abortion attempt by his mother, being rescued again by the hand of God from drug dealing and suicide, the story of Bobby Conner is a display of a man who now walks in his God-ordained destiny to set others free! Highly esteemed as an internationally acclaimed conference speaker, Bobby has ministered effectively to over 45 foreign countries as well as here in the States for many years.

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