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# 3 THE NATION OF ISAIAH <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

SCRIPTURE PORTRAITS WHICH RELATE TO AMERICA
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CHAPTER 1 (LIGHT OVERVIEW) <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

AMERICA AND THE NATION OF ISAIAH<\/span> <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Apostle Taveau asks CHAT GPT AI: <\/strong><\/p>\n

USING KJV PLEASE TEACH ISAIAH CHAPTER 1. RELATE IT TO HISTORY OF THE NATION OF ISAIAH<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • HOW IT PERTAINS TO THE CHRISTIAN TODAY\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • \u00a0HOW IT PERTAINS TO MODERN NOW AMERICA.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    NOTE: I also have a MAJOR WORD F<\/strong>ROM THE LORD for the American Church Ministers from DFW 2017 which I go into ISAIAH 1-10 (Holy Spirit usually Book of Acts celebrity dire WARNING)<\/strong> as relates to RIGHT NOW. But will save that after I complete the Brief descriptions, history outlines..<\/em><\/p>\n

    CHAT GPT AI willingly obliges:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Isaiah Chapter 1: A Prophetic Warning to Israel and Its Relevance Today<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

    Isaiah 1 is a<\/strong> powerful chapter that serves as both an indictment of Israel\u2019s rebellion<\/strong> and a call to repentance.<\/strong> The message given to Israel in this chapter is timeless, as it reflects God\u2019s heart toward any nation or people who turn away from Him. By examining its historical context and applying its principles today, we can see how this passage speaks directly to modern Christians and even to America<\/span><\/p>\n

    1. Historical Background: Israel in the Time of Isaiah<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

    Isaiah ministered during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah<\/strong> (Isaiah 1:1), around 740\u2013680 B.C.<\/strong> This was a time of moral decay, religious corruption, and social injustice<\/strong> in Judah. Though the people maintained outward religious practices, their hearts were far from God.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • The Northern Kingdom of Israel<\/strong> had already fallen into apostasy, relying on foreign alliances rather than trusting in God.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The Southern Kingdom of Judah<\/strong> was heading in the same direction, engaging in idolatry and oppression of the poor.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The people of Jerusalem and Judah<\/strong> continued offering sacrifices, but they were empty rituals because their lives did not reflect true obedience.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Isaiah was sent to warn Judah<\/strong> of impending judgment if they did not repent. His prophecy ultimately foreshadowed the Babylonian captivity<\/strong>, which occurred in 586 B.C.<\/strong>, when Jerusalem was destroyed, and the people were exiled.<\/span><\/p>\n

      2. Isaiah 1: The Charges Against Israel<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

      A. A Rebellious Nation (Isaiah 1:2-4, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

      \u201cHear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth: for the LORD hath spoken, I have nourished and brought up children, and they have rebelled against me.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:2)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

      God calls heaven and earth as witnesses<\/strong> against Israel. Despite being their provider and protector, His people had rebelled<\/strong> like ungrateful children.<\/span><\/p>\n

      \u201cThe ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master’s crib: but Israel doth not know, my people doth not consider.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:3)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

      Even animals recognize their master, but Israel had forgotten their God<\/strong>. This verse highlights their spiritual blindness<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

      \u201cAh sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evildoers, children that are corrupters: they have forsaken the LORD, they have provoked the Holy One of Israel unto anger, they are gone away backward.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:4)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

      The sins of Israel<\/strong> included:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Forsaking the Lord (apostasy)<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Corrupting future generations<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Living in deep iniquity<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Relevance to America and Christians Today:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Many have abandoned biblical values<\/strong> for worldly philosophies<\/strong> (humanism, secularism, materialism).<\/span><\/li>\n
        • There is widespread moral decay<\/strong>, especially regarding family, marriage, and gender roles<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Instead of relying on God<\/strong>, people trust in government, money, and social ideologies<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          B. A Sin-Sick Society (Isaiah 1:5-6, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

          \u201cWhy should ye be stricken any more? ye will revolt more and more: the whole head is sick, and the whole heart faint.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:5)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

          God had already disciplined Israel, yet they continued in rebellion<\/strong>. The nation\u2019s leadership (the head<\/strong>) and the people\u2019s morality (the heart<\/strong>) were both corrupted.<\/span><\/p>\n

          \u201cFrom the sole of the foot even unto the head there is no soundness in it; but wounds, and bruises, and putrifying sores: they have not been closed, neither bound up, neither mollified with ointment.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:6)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

          Their spiritual condition<\/strong> was like an untreated wound\u2014infected and decaying.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Relevance to America and Christians Today:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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          • America, once founded on biblical principles<\/strong>, now promotes sin openly<\/strong> (abortion, sexual immorality, greed, injustice).<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Many churches are filled with false teachings, lukewarm faith, and compromise<\/strong> (Revelation 3:15-17).<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Society is broken<\/strong>\u2014mental illness, violence, and lawlessness are increasing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            C. A Desolate Land (Isaiah 1:7-9, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

            \u201cYour country is desolate, your cities are burned with fire: your land, strangers devour it in your presence, and it is desolate, as overthrown by strangers.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:7)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

            Because of their sins, Judah was vulnerable to foreign invasion<\/strong>. They faced economic collapse, war, and destruction<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

            \u201cExcept the LORD of hosts had left unto us a very small remnant, we should have been as Sodom, and we should have been like unto Gomorrah.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:9)
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            DR T ASIDE: Sister T says<\/strong> “why not Google “the sins of Sodom as described in Ezekiel 16:49-50 KJV<\/strong> and see if they pertain to PARTS of the Church today) which from back in 2010 DFW but applies still<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

            Despite their wickedness, God preserved a faithful remnant<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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            Relevance to America and Christians Today:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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            • Crime and violence<\/strong> are rising in many cities.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • America faces external threats<\/strong> from foreign powers.<\/span><\/li>\n
            • The remnant church<\/strong>\u2014faithful believers\u2014must stand firm in truth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              3. God\u2019s Call to Repentance (Isaiah 1:16-20, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

              \u201cWash you, make you clean; put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil;\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:16)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

              God commands repentance:<\/span><\/p>\n

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              1. Wash<\/strong> \u2013 Be cleansed by true repentance.<\/span><\/li>\n
              2. Put away evil<\/strong> \u2013 Stop sinful behaviors.<\/span><\/li>\n
              3. Learn to do well<\/strong> \u2013 Live righteously.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                \u201cCome now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:18)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                God offers mercy<\/strong> if His people repent!<\/span><\/p>\n

                Relevance to America and Christians Today:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                • The only hope<\/strong> for America is national repentance<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • God still offers forgiveness<\/strong> to individuals and nations who turn to Him.<\/span><\/li>\n
                • The blood of Jesus<\/strong> cleanses from all sin (1 John 1:7).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  4. The Consequences of Rebellion (Isaiah 1:24-31, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                  If Judah refused to repent, God would bring judgment.<\/span><\/p>\n

                  \u201cTherefore saith the Lord, the LORD of hosts, the mighty One of Israel, Ah, I will ease me of mine adversaries, and avenge me of mine enemies.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:24)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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                  • God would purge the wicked<\/strong> and restore righteousness<\/strong> (Isaiah 1:25-27).<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • The idolatrous<\/strong> and rebellious<\/strong> would be consumed (Isaiah 1:28-31).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Relevance to America and Christians Today:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • Unrepentant nations<\/strong> face God\u2019s judgment<\/strong> (Romans 1:18-32).<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • The righteous<\/strong> will be preserved, but the wicked will perish<\/strong> (Proverbs 14:34).<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • America must choose repentance or destruction<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Conclusion: A Call to the Church<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                      Isaiah 1 speaks prophetically to both Israel and modern nations<\/strong> like America. It is a call to repentance<\/strong> and a warning against hypocrisy<\/strong>. The church must:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                      • Reject false religion<\/strong> and seek genuine faith.<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Preach repentance<\/strong> and turn from sin.<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Be the remnant<\/strong>\u2014living holy, trusting in Jesus.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Will America and the church repent, or will they face judgment?<\/strong> Isaiah 1 presents the choice: \u201cIf ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land\u201d (Isaiah 1:19).<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                        Let’s expand this study by focusing on:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                        1. Specific sins<\/strong> Isaiah addresses and how they relate to modern society.<\/span><\/li>\n
                        2. Biblical patterns of revival and repentance<\/strong> from Israel\u2019s history.<\/span><\/li>\n
                        3. New Testament connections<\/strong>\u2014how Jesus and the apostles reaffirm Isaiah\u2019s message.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          1. Specific Sins in Isaiah 1 and Their Modern Parallels<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                          Isaiah 1 highlights several key sins that led to God\u2019s judgment. These same patterns are seen in modern nations, including America.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          A. Religious Hypocrisy (Isaiah 1:11-15, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                          \u201cTo what purpose is the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:11)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                          God rejected their religious rituals<\/strong> because their hearts were corrupt. They performed outward ceremonies<\/strong> but lacked true obedience<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          Modern Parallel:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                          • Many churches today emphasize religious tradition<\/strong> over true repentance<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Some believers go through the motions\u2014attending church, tithing, praying\u2014while secretly living in sin.<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Some mega-ministries<\/strong> focus on entertainment, wealth, and numbers rather than holiness and discipleship<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            \ud83d\udcd6 Jesus\u2019 Words:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                            \u201cThis people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.\u201d<\/em> (Matthew 15:8)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                            B. Social Injustice and Corruption (Isaiah 1:17, 23, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                            \u201cLearn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:17)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                            \u201cThy princes are rebellious, and companions of thieves: every one loveth gifts, and followeth after rewards: they judge not the fatherless, neither doth the cause of the widow come unto them.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 1:23)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                            Israel\u2019s leaders were corrupt<\/strong>, prioritizing personal gain over justice.<\/span><\/p>\n

                            Modern Parallel:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                            • Government and corporate corruption<\/strong> are rampant.<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Exploitation of the poor<\/strong> (human trafficking, homelessness, predatory loans).<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Greedy politicians and pastors<\/strong> seek personal wealth instead of righteousness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              \ud83d\udcd6 Jesus\u2019 Words:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                              \u201cWoe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye devour widows’ houses, and for a pretence make long prayer: therefore ye shall receive the greater damnation.\u201d<\/em> (Matthew 23:14)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                              C. Sexual Immorality and Idolatry (Isaiah 1:21, KJV)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                              \u201cHow is the faithful city become an harlot! it was full of judgment; righteousness lodged in it; but now murderers.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                              Israel was once faithful but became spiritually unfaithful (a harlot)<\/strong> by embracing idolatry and immorality.<\/span><\/p>\n

                              Modern Parallel:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                              • Society normalizes adultery, fornication, and pornography<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Idolatry in the form of money, fame, self-worship<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Even some churches accept unbiblical sexual ethics<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                \ud83d\udcd6 Paul\u2019s Warning:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                \u201cBecause that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.\u201d<\/em> (Romans 1:21)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                                2. Patterns of Revival and Repentance in Israel<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                                Throughout biblical history, whenever Israel fell into sin, God sent prophets<\/strong> to call them back. When they repented, He brought restoration<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                Example 1: King Hezekiah\u2019s Revival (2 Kings 18:1-7)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                • Removed idols and pagan altars<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Restored temple worship<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Trusted in God rather than foreign alliances<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Lesson for Today:<\/strong> America needs leaders and churches<\/strong> willing to remove spiritual compromise and return to biblical truth.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                  Example 2: King Josiah\u2019s Reforms (2 Kings 22-23)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                  • Rediscovered God\u2019s Word (the Law)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                                  • Destroyed idols and high places<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
                                  • Led the nation in repentance<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    \ud83d\udcd6 Key Verse:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \u201cAnd the king stood by a pillar, and made a covenant before the LORD, to walk after the LORD, and to keep his commandments\u2026 with all their heart and all their soul.\u201d<\/em> (2 Kings 23:3)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                                    Lesson for Today:<\/strong> A true revival will come when God\u2019s Word is restored<\/strong> as the foundation of the church and nation.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    3. New Testament Connections: How Jesus and the Apostles Reaffirm Isaiah\u2019s Message<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                                    Isaiah\u2019s message foreshadowed both the coming of Christ and His teachings.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    A. Jesus is the Ultimate Redeemer (Isaiah 1:18 \u2192 1 John 1:7)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                    Isaiah 1:18 promises that sins as scarlet<\/strong> will be made white as snow<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \ud83d\udcd6 Fulfillment in Christ:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \u201cThe blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.\u201d<\/em> (1 John 1:7)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                                    No matter how deep the sin, Jesus provides cleansing<\/strong> for those who repent.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    B. The Pharisees as Modern-Day Israel (Isaiah 1:11-15 \u2192 Matthew 23:27-28)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                    Isaiah condemned Israel\u2019s empty religious rituals<\/strong>. Jesus did the same with the Pharisees<\/strong>, who were outwardly religious but inwardly corrupt.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \ud83d\udcd6 Jesus\u2019 Words:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \u201cWoe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men\u2019s bones.\u201d<\/em> (Matthew 23:27)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                                    Religious hypocrisy<\/strong> is one of the biggest threats to the modern church.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    C. The Call to Repentance is the Same (Isaiah 1:16-17 \u2192 Acts 3:19)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                    Isaiah 1:16-17 calls Israel to wash, repent, and do justice<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \ud83d\udcd6 New Testament Call:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \u201cRepent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.\u201d<\/em> (Acts 3:19)<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

                                    The message of repentance<\/strong> remains the same.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                    Final Call to the Church and America<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

                                    Isaiah 1 is both a warning and an invitation<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    \ud83d\udd25 If we continue in rebellion \u2192 Judgment and destruction<\/strong>.<\/span>
                                    \n\ud83d\ude4f If we repent \u2192 Forgiveness and restoration<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    America and the Church Must Choose:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                    \u2714 Will we turn back to God<\/strong> and experience revival?<\/span>
                                    \n\u2716 Or will we continue in sin and face judgment?<\/span><\/p>\n

                                    A Prayer for Repentance and Revival<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

                                    \u201cHeavenly Father, we see the warnings in Your Word. Just as You called Israel to repentance, You are calling us today. Forgive us for hypocrisy, injustice, and idolatry. Wash us clean, and turn our hearts back to You. Let revival begin in our hearts, our churches, and our nation. In Jesus\u2019 Name, Amen.\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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                                    TAVEAU CLOSES WITH THIS SOLEMN REMINDER
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                                    THE BADLY NEEDED<\/span> 2 Chronicles 7:14<\/strong> “IF(IF conditional**) My people, who are called by MY NAME shall humble themselves, seek My Face and turn from their wicked ways THEN I will hear from heaven and heal their land”<\/p>\n

                                    And while many feel<\/strong> like they have a LOT to celebrate, in all realism,\u00a0 there is a lot to be healed. I would advise the more celebrity pastors, their many ministers, plain speaking many followers that<\/p>\n

                                    To the harried, hurried many undecided, poor ME and mean indifferen<\/strong>t:<\/p>\n

                                    Taking the Holy Lord God at His Word<\/strong> (understanding that while this is in the Old Testament, it still pertains. Just not back Under the OT Levitical Law) Also knowing that Peter in the New Testament also commented “LET JUDGEMENT BEGIN IN HOUSE OF GOD” surely in very small and mighty mega great and private individual unsung and\/or highly KNOWN<\/p>\n

                                    IF they, each of feel “<\/span> that it is IMPORTANT to the NATION and to their FUTURE CHURCH….<\/p>\n

                                    AND “IF” “WHEN”<\/span> ‘they can fit it into THEIR TIGHT HURRIED BUSY MANY SCHEDULES<\/p>\n

                                    AND “IF” T<\/span>hey really BELIEVE IN THE THIS and THE MATURE HOLY BIBLE WORD OF THE LORD in these modern more sly ages..then I WOULD SUBMIT THAT IT is NEEDED, AND PERTINENT and INDEED VALUABLE<\/p>\n

                                    PS GOOGLE SEARCH: A Valuable Psalm 132: 9 and 16…( the effects of\u00a0 a pastor, overseer, shepherd on the congregation” (meaning “it ain’t ALL THE ONGOING ATTENDING PERSONS” MEAN FAULT”)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

                                    Sincerely, Apostle, prophet<\/p>\n

                                    Miss T<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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