Are you aware of the snakes in the grass? New from Steve Martin, Love For His People

 

July 23, 2025 Greetings to you once again. As you read this, we have been in Peru, Illinois, for a few days. Laurie's two sisters live here in north central Illinois, where she grew up. From here, we head to my home state of Iowa, where I visit my brother, Tom. He is the one Martin sibling who still lives in our homeland, of the eight of us. Yeah Tom! Our hope is then to travel to southeastern Minnesota, to Plainview. A "Martin Cousins Get Together" on my side of the family. My new message, "Snakes in the Grass", was inspired by the fact that two of my grandsons, Jack and Levi, walked the 4.2 miles of trails at the Stevens Creek Nature Preserve in western Charlotte (Mint Hill), North Carolina, last week. Truth needs to be told if we are to walk in the light of our Lord Jesus (Yeshua). I hope you are encouraged as you seek Him in all areas of your life. Stay cool! It's a hot one out there! Ahava and Shalom, Steve Martin Love For His People Ministry P.S. View the photos below and watch the new videos below. You can see all my videos on our YouTube channel, Love For His People/Steve Martin—over 2,900.

God's Creation Photo of the Week: This little fella, I call Henry, loves to gorge himself on our bird feeder seeds. He then even takes the corn Laurie puts out, just for him, and plants it in our yard. His harvest will be plentiful come this fall. (Photo: Steve Martin, July 2025) Israel Photo of the Week: Taking selfies to a new level. Jerusalem girls on Jaffa Street (Steve Martin photo, May 2016) Snakes in the Grass     ““Kick out the troublemakers and things will quiet down; you need a break from bickering and griping!” Proverbs 22:10, The Message When I saw the black snake sneaking through the underbrush along the trail my two grandsons and I were walking on, I was immediately drawn to a subject by the attention of the Holy Spirit. This could be a message one should consider more fully in writing about. The words contention and strife came to mind, moving as snakes in the grass. In 1990, a popular book was circulating among those involved in the deliverance ministry. It was written by Frank and Ida Mae Hammond, titled "Pigs in the Parlor." Those confronting the evils that existed then, and still do even to a fuller extent, found this book to be very practical and instructive. It was a necessary tool in bringing freedom to those bound by satanic forces. In many ways, Christians limit the acknowledgment of evil activity, along with the subtle forms of its expressions, to the “deep dark jungles of Africa”, believing it does not exist in our modern, exalted Western societies. Oh really? Everything that affects the natural, spiritual, and physical mind and body is just a result of a lack of job opportunity, low levels of education, and/or dismissal of mental health, so that drugs cease to have any effect, in a positive way? The Holy Spirit spoke to me to address an issue that I have noticed more frequently in our midst. It is the contentious spirit, the one that seeks to bring continual strife among families, neighbors, communities, and nations. We know that the devil, Satan himself, goes about seeking to kill, steal, and destroy. Scripture also says of him, “Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” 1 Peter 5:8 Contention in a home can be evidence of a spiritual presence that is not of the Holy Spirit. Strife, arguments, and ongoing conflicts can certainly point to the work of the enemy, who is trying to inflict his wrath on those he hates. He especially goes after all who call upon the Name of the Lord Jesus, Yeshua HaMashiach, Christ the Messiah. Bring them down, and his mission is successful. As the world grows darker, the Lord promises to shine His light on the activities of our enemies. We are witnessing it in many areas of government, education, and world events. Allowing it to shine down to a more personal level in our homes, bringing peace and harmony by driving out the works of the enemy, further enhances the shalom of the Living God of Israel. Consider this matter more closely and do not dismiss it as just everyday life that you have to live with. We can and must change our cultures, beginning in our homes, by the grace and love supplied by the Lord Himself. We all can have more of life in the Lord. Live it more fully in freedom and within His expression of love. (For further study on the subject of demons, Satanic activity, and the deliverance ministry, I recommend two more books. One of my favorites on the subject of deliverance is Don Basham’s Deliver US From Evil. Derek Prince, whom I consider the best Bible teacher I have known, also gave strong, biblical teaching on the subject of spiritual warfare in his messages. For a complete look at Derek’s full library on spiritual warfare, check here: Derek Prince Ministries USA. Ahava and Shalom, Steve Martin   We welcome your prayers and support as we together bless Israel and His people in their Land. In addition, we are indeed grateful for your support, as it costs this ministry to send these messages each week. For example, Love For His People’s Constant Contact subscription is $45/month alone. We also have no paid staff to prepare them, but it does cost. To continue sending these weekly messages, I need your help. Thank you. Contributions are welcome online by clicking here on our webpage, when you look for the little DONATE button on each side column, Love For His People uses. DONATE HERE.  Are you new to these messages, or has another shared them with you? Sign up here to receive it directly in your email InBox. Click on the nice, full of brew coffee mug with the Love For His People logo on it, found on each side column of the webpage. You will be glad you did! Sign Up for Steve Martin's Messages   Love For His People Ministry 12120 Woodside Falls Rd. Pineville, North Carolina, USA   Message #8 in my new series (2025): "Snakes in the Garden" July 17, 2025 OLD PHOTOS AND NEW VIDEOS! First photo: Subra ancestor farm home (Steve Martin's maternal side) in southeast Minnesota, 1954 (Subra/Martin home archives). My mom had eight siblings in her family. Second photo: Subra family reunion 1962 in southern Minnesota (Lila Mae Subra Martin) Summer reminds me of times on the farm with uncles, aunts, and cousins at reunions.

Historic Jewish synagogue in Savannah, Georgia - Walk With Me, Steve Martin. We take the tour! The third oldest synagogue in the USA. Congregation Mikve Israel Videos filmed and shared by Steve Martin, Founder, Love For His People Ministry in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.

Music video: Nov 20, 2022 MercyMe full concert! - "Word of God Speak/Then Christ Came" in Greenville, SC 11.18.22 Videos filmed and shared by Steve Martin, Founder, Love For His People Ministry in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.

As in many of Steve's previous books, he continues to share experiences and inspiration in being faithful in the Christian walk - hearing the voice of the Lord, knowing His written Word, adhering to the teachings of those who have gone before - in order to stand strong in the midst of societal changes with the truth of the Lord Jesus, Yeshua. As you read these chapters, may the Lord's encouragement through His Holy Spirit strengthen your inner being to walk out the calling He has on your life, among your family, and others surrounding you. Being faithful to the end is possible only because of His grace and mercy working through us daily. Buy now on Amazon HB $14.95, PB $9.95, Kindle $2.99

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Barry Segal "Wars Surrounding Israel, the Lord's Protection", Glory of Israel conference

Barry Segal "Wars Surrounding Israel, the Lord's Protection"

Glory of Israel conference

Coming from Jerusalem, Israel, Founder of Vision For Israel, Barry Segal speaks of the divine protection the Living God of Israel gave the Jewish nation during the Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran wars 2023-2025. 3 video series (Part 2 and 3 below) Recorded by Steve Martin, Love For His People Ministry in Charlotte, NC

Barry Segal, Steve Martin

Shabbat Night with Barry & Batya Segal

Part 2 of 3

Part 3 of 3 video😊

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"Dance With Me", Glory of Israel conference - Paul Wilbur leads worship time with Zion dance team

Glory of Israel conference, Christians For Messianic Ministries at Antioch International Church in Fort Mill, SC. Theresa Gardner's Zion dance team leads in worshipful dance. Videos filmed and shared by Steve Martin, Founder, Love For His People Ministry in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.

Mary Smith, Tanner Smith, Laurie Martin (Israel flag)

Paul Wilbur, Steve Martin

    Paul Wilbur autographed my cassettes, which I had from Integrity Music days in the 1990s.

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Paul Wilbur autographed these CDS of his which I had from Integrity Music 1990s onward.

Cumberland Gap Mountain Range near TN/KY border.

 

Cumberland Gap Mountain Range near the Tennessee/Kentucky border.

Video recorded by Steve Martin, Love For His People, overlooking I-75 heading north to Kentucky. The Cumberland Gap mountain range fills the background.

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Paul Wilbur- Holy Fire (Full) (1997)

PLAYLIST:

• Holy Fire 0:00

• Yeshua Is Lord 4:54

• The Walls Will Come Down 7:21

• The Heavens Must Roll Back 8:49

• Yeshua Is Lord (Reprise) 9:48

• Say To The Mountain 11:01

• Now Is The Time 14:44

• Arise, O Lord 19:13

• You Shall Reign 24:41

• Let Your Fire Fall 28:15

• O Draw Me, Lord 33:35

• He Binds The Broken Hearted 36:23

• In Your Presence 41:02

• He Binds The Broken Hearted (Reprise) 44:39

• The Fire Of Your Love 46:47

• Burn In Me 51:00

Senior Executive Producers: Michael Coleman, Don Moen Executive Producer: Chris Long Producer And Arranger: Mark Gasbarro A&R: Chris Springer Recording Engineers: Chuck Harris. Mike Psanos Assistant Engineers: Glenn Montjoy, D.C Tong Music Director: Mark Gasbarro Mixing: Ron Davis Mastering And Edition: Glenn Montjoy, Integrity Music Studios, Alabama Post-Production: Julie Rust Strings And Brass Recorded at: Martech Recording, Alhambra California Recorded Live at: Abundant Life Christian Center, Texas City, Texas in May 13 of 1997 Worship Leader: Paul Wilbur Album: Holy Fire HMD078 (11512) PLAYLIST:

• Holy Fire 0:00

• Yeshua Is Lord 4:54

• The Walls Will Come Down 7:21

• The Heavens Must Roll Back 8:49

• Yeshua Is Lord (Reprise) 9:48

• Say To The Mountain 11:01

• Now Is The Time 14:44

• Arise, O Lord 19:13

• You Shall Reign 24:41

• Let Your Fire Fall 28:15

• O Draw Me, Lord 33:35

• He Binds The Broken Hearted 36:23

• In Your Presence 41:02

• He Binds The Broken Hearted (Reprise) 44:39

• The Fire Of Your Love 46:47

• Burn In Me 51:00

(c) 1997 Integrity's Hosanna! Music Inc.
 

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A Fig Tree in the Vineyard - Dr. Peter Wyns, Antioch International Church in Fort Mill, SC

A Fig Tree in the Vineyard - Dr. Peter Wyns

Antioch International Church in Fort Mill, SC

We concluded our 2025 Glory of Israel Conference Live at Antioch International Church this weekend! With another powerful message on the topic of Israel is our Head Pastor, Dr. Peter Wyns! Tune in here to A Fig Tree in a Vineyard by Dr. Peter Wyns!

Click here: A Fig Tree in a Vineyard 

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"Glory of Israel" conference full video playlist (45) - Christians For Messiah Ministries (Dr. Peter Wyns)

 

"Glory of Israel" conference full video playlist (45 videos) - Christians For Messiah Ministries (Dr. Peter Wyns) at Antioch International Church in Fort Mill, South Carolina, July 17-19, 2025

Dr. Peter Wyns, Paul Wilbur, Barry & Batya Segal, Dumasani Washington, Rabbi Kokeb Gedamu, Elizabeth Enns, Jesse Enns, Zion Dance team led by Theresa Gardner

Christians For Messiah Ministries at Antioch International Church in Fort Mill, South Carolina Theresa Gardner leads the Zion Dance Team. July 17, 2025 Video # 1 of 11 in this evening session. Videos filmed and shared by Steve Martin, Founder, Love For His People Ministry in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

#GloryofIsrael #playlist #ChristiansforMessiahMinistries #PeterWyns #AntiochInternationalChurch #FortMill #SC #TheresaGardner #KokebGedamu #BarrySegal #BatyaSegal #DumasaniWashington #PaulWilbur #ElizabethEnns #jesseenns