By Tim Taylor, July 26, 2020 - Yesterday Brenda and I joined a state representative, ministers and churches from around Washington state in Kennewick Washington at the Calvary Chapel Tri-cities amphitheater for Operation: "In God We Trust."  It was a protest against Governor Inslee's prohibition of the FREE EXERCISE of Religion and Worship of God. I was honored to pray the benediction at the end of the 2nd service.  

Six ministers in each service addressed the issue of "what lawful and scriptural basis guarantees our freedom to worship God at all times?"  The seventh minister led prayer during the benediction and our State Representative wound the whole event up leading us in a song, a corporate prayer of intercession with, "God Bless America."  

At the end of the 2nd service I followed Troy Green of Northwest Life Center who served as the closer of this event with a powerful call for the restoration of David's tabernacle.  I did the benediction. Click here for a 2 minute Youtube video where I began to pray for the real Church to arise.  I prayed for courage to return to the Church and for the body of Christ to get a spine.

But, I want to focus on "arise."  Why?  Because on our drive back across the mountains we saw an unusual sight which I believe is a sign of the real Church arising.  It's an encouragement from our Lord that He has heard and is answering our prayer.  1 Kings 18 provides context for it as does Joel 2.   What God is saying through the sign? 

There is a Church Arising!  

Ecclesiastes 1:9 says, "...And there is nothing new under the sun." 

Racism is a relatively new term addressing an ancient problem.  What's the problem?  According to the Bible it is a sin problem. 

​According to secular humanism, which flows hand in glove with the godless Marxist ideology which seeks to exploit this issue, it is a skin problem.    A wikipedia article attributes the first recorded mention of the term in Oxford's Dictionary in 1903.   

Let's start with how racism is defined today.  Dictionary.com says it is "a belief or doctrine that inherent differences among various human racial groups determine cultural or individual achievement, usually involving the idea that one's own race is superior and has the right to dominate others or that a particular racial group is inferior to the others.  

Bottom line, making any decision about any person or people group based upon the color of their skin or ethnicity is wrong.  Typically the moment anyone says, all whites, all blacks or African-Americans, all Asians, all Jews, all Muslims..... fill in the blank.  You are wrong.  Why? Because invariably not all fit the description which turns your statement into a half truth and a half truth mixed with untruth is a lie. The brush you used to paint the situation is to big. The inaccurate statement harms or wrongs the individual that does not fit the description.  They are maligned. That means evil was spoken of them.

Do you need to identify the racist or racism?  Find the one whose speech most frequently refers to color, race or ethnicity in a demeaning or derogatory way.    

The Same Problem Existed in the Early Church

By Tim Taylor, July 17, 2020 - A fire broke out on the US Bonhomme Richard in San Diego.  According to some sources it appears fires were set in the bow and in the stern simultaneously.  (The New Arab reports: Iran commander claims US Navy warship fire is "insider arson." while Defense News reports: The Bonhomme Richard fire deals blow to Navy's designs for Indo-Pacific.)

Last night during "The Call to Pray for our Nation" I was impressed by the Lord that this is a prophetic sign.  You see, the Bonhomme Richard was named after the ship skippered by the founder of the American Navy, John Paul Jones.  He was made famous by his response in a battle off the British Isles in which the Bonhomme Richard took on the British frigate Serapis and a smaller vessel the Countess of Scarborough.  

In the first engagement the Bonhomme Richard was severely damaged.  Out gunned, sinking and at a grave disadvantage Jones heard the British captian yell, sir, do you wish to strike your colors?  That's the signal for surrender.  To which John Paul Jones famously replied, "sir, I have not yet begun to fight."  

Against all odds the bloody battled continued.  Three hours later, the Countess of Scarborough and the Serapis surrendered to John Paul Jones.  Jones had to transfer his flag to the Serapis as the Bonhomme Richard sunk the next day.  

In this video I'll desribe how this prophetically points to the remnant Church upon which America's destiny resides today.  Click here for Tim's revelation in this Youtube video.

by Tim Taylor, July 8, 2020: There is a precept in war that says you ought to know your enemy.  The principle of objective says it this way.  The objective must be clearly defined.  If it is not, casualties mount and defeat or stalemate is inevitable (see Developing Apostolic Strategy).  The real enemy manifesting through BLM has not been identified by most.  It is actually demons working through people.  In fact, that's part of the strategy of their founders. 

Consider this report by Religion News Service from June 15, 2020 in Black Lives Matter is "a spiritual movement," says co-founder Patrisse Cullors.  The article says and note, I've added my own underlines; 

Excerpt 1:  Abdullah and Cullors touched on the practice of calling out the names of the victims that they advocate for in protests and demonstrations. It's kind of a way to invoke their spirits, Abdullah said.
Uplifting the names of victims goes beyond creating hashtags, Cullors said.
“It is literally almost resurrecting a spirit so they can work through us to get the work that we need to get done,” she said.
By highlighting their names, Cullors said she feels "personally connected and responsible and accountable to them, both from a deeply political place but also from a deeply spiritual place.”
Cullors touched on West African traditions that center on remembering ancestors.

Excerpt 2: 

As part of the ritual, people recited the names of "those taken by state violence before their time — ancestors now being called back to animate their own justice," Farrag wrote.
After each name, Abdullah poured libations on the ground as the group in return chanted "Asé." The Yoruba term is "often used by practitioners of Ifa, a faith and divination system that originated in West Africa," Farrag wrote.
Abdullah on Saturday said it took her almost a year before she realized Black Lives Matter was much more than a racial and social justice movement.
"At its core, it's a spiritual movement," she said.
Cullors said it became clear to her they needed "spiritual protection" ...

Bottomline, this practice invites demons to work through people in the Black Lives Matter organization.  That in and of itself should make things abundantly clear who the real enemy is.  by Tim Taylor, July 6, 2020: 

by Tim Taylor, July 6, 2020: Black Lives Matter (BLM) has come to the forefront of the civil rights movement but its practices and ideology are far different than the civil rights movement led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  Why?  It's because of their worldview and their ideology.  An in-depth look at the ideological foundation of their founders will provide great insight to help us discern the fruit of the BLM organization. 

There is a basic principle found in God's word which teaches us that if the root is good the fruit is good.  We find this concept first introduced in Genesis 1:11 which says it this way and note my underlines.  "Then God said, "Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb that yields seed, and the fruit tree that yields fruit according to its kind, whose seed is in itself, on the earth"; and it was so.  If you plant an apple seed you are going to get apples.  Not pears!  True?  Of course! 

In Matthew 7:15 -16 Jesus warns us about false prophets.  He tells us how to recognize them in verse 16.  He says in Matthew 7:15-20 and note my underlines, "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. 16 You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? 17 Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. 18 A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit. 19 Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 20 Therefore by their fruits you will know them.

What fruit is Jesus refering to?  I submit you that it refers to the characteristics of character and the results that accompany the practice of those character traits.  Consider the following scriptures and note the underlines.

John 8:44 You are of your father the devil, and the desires of your father you want to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own resources, for he is a liar and the father of it.  

John 10:10 10 The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.

2 Thessalonians 2:9-10 The coming of the lawless one is according to the working of Satan, with all power, signs, and lying wonders, 10 and with all unrighteous deception among those who perish, because they did not receive the love of the truth, that they might be saved.

Galatians 5:19-24  Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, 20 idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, 21 envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.  
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. 24 And those who are Christ's have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires

The Three Founders of Black Lives Matter

If you ever want a clear sign as to where Satan, the Devil, whose name in Greek, diablos, litterally means slander and false accuser, the one whom John 10:10 says comes to kill, steal and destroy, the same one whom John 8:44 reveals is the father of lies, stands on an issue, then look to those who practice witchcraft.   You can discern what God is up to and what Satan's goal is by watching what they curse or hex.  Understand that lying, cursing, slander and false accusation is his modus operandi.  It's just the way it works.   

What else do we learn from scripture?  Lawlessness and or the creation of unrighteous laws is a work of Satan (2 Thess 2:7) and Jesus wants no part of those who practice lawlessness (Matt. 7:23).  1 Samuel 15:23 reveals that:

"For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, And stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry...."  

You'll also find that witchcraft was practiced by those who sacrificed and murdered innocent children in 2 Chronicles 33:6.  In fact, you will find 12 scriptures that clearly indicate that those who practice witchcraft or sorcery are evil.  

So, whenever I look at an issue and witches get involved, it becomes blatantly obvious what Satan's goal is.  For example, witches agree with abortion which is blatantly contrary to God's word.  

Today, on June 5th witches around the world are using this supermoon to coordinate their efforts to curse President Trump and this nation.  If you want to understand Satan's goal and what God's solution is, watch what they curse. 

This is a call for all of God's holy apostles and prophets, the real gatekeepers to get to your post and proclaim God's word.  This is a call for the remnant Church to arise and stand in the gap and intercede.  We are not ignorant of the enemy's devices nor are we complacent.  Check out the alerts we sent out over the last two days through the 1Church1Day app for the full picture.  Here is a glimpse.  I urge you, pray. 

Alert!  Maria Brink's Call to Stand with Witches on June 5th's Super Moon Serves is a Sign! 

2 Timothy 2:24-26 
And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient, in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth, and that they may come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him to do his will.

The Greek word translated "snare" (Strongs g3803) in 2nd Timothy means a trap, a trick or stratagem, a snare.  Besides catching us through unforgiveness or provoking us to sin we could say, the devil sets strategic traps and his goal is to trip us up.  In our spiritual war he has set, what I like to call, demonic  improvised evil devices (IEDs).  They are not played out just in Church but rather all throughout the seven spheres of society. His goal is to trick, deceive, entrap, wound and destroy as many people as he can using lies, deceptions, twisted facts, slander, accusation and manipulation. 

These demonic stratagems are not just one dimensional?  They are multidimensional.  The seven spheres of society are where Satan's strategies can have the widest impact especially when he can get a demonic idea codified through a law.  But the first dimension we must be prepared to engage is internal.  This is where the first battle begins.  This is why our mindset and moral compass are so important. 
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Apostolic Warfare Wisdom
Paul, the apostle, wrote in 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 saying, "For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled."

In my book "Structures & Strategies" I share the real meanings of the words translated "war" and "warfare." These words actually refer to the strategic function of the apostolic gift. God made the apostle for strategic thought.   Verse 5 reveals that the battle ground is actually in our minds.  Therefore, foundational apostolic teaching is extremely important for every believer (see Hebrews 6 Foundations) because it impacts what we think.  What we think  is really important because Proverbs 23:7 reveals that as a man thinks in his heart, so is he.  

Our thinking determines our worldview.  Our worldview impacts others. 

The spiritual war I speak of begins with you.  It begins with me.  It begins in the soul which is at war with your spirit.  The war is won by applying God's word FIRST to your own life.  Hebrews 4:12 describes how God's word is quick and powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword piercing to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit and the joint and marrow and is a discerner of the thoughts and intent of the heart.  

In this struggle you will engage strongholds of thinking and arguments  in your own mind first as it says in 2 Corinthians 10:3-5.  You must cast down vain imaginations and bring every thought into captivity that exalts itself against the knowledge of God.  

Only then will you be prepared to engage in this spiritual culture war in your society, effectively and with some authority. 
So, step one requires you to become proficient with your spiritual weapons, especially the word of God. 

Discernment & Judgment
2 Corinthians 2:11 reveals what I like to call spiritual IEDs.  IEDs stands for “improvised explosive devices.”  This is a tool commonly used by terrorists in today modern battlefield.  Verse 11 says, “lest Satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices."  The Greek word translated devices is enlightening. It actually means:

• An evil thought of purpose
• a perception, i.e. purpose, or (by implication) the intellect, disposition, itself: — device, mind, thought.

I’d liken a spiritual IED to a mind trap.  It’s an “improvised evil device” meant to confuse and deceive.  The real war is fought with thoughts, ideas, concepts, perceptions and systems of thinking. That's why I said that words are used to define the lay of the land in this culture war.  

What tools or strategies does Satan use to redefine the lay of the land in this culture war?  He uses heresies, hypocrisy and heretics.  What does the Bible say these words really mean?  

• Heretic - Paul says in Titus 3:10 "A man that is a heretic, after the first and second admonition reject.  A heretic is a schismatic, factious follower of a false doctrine.
• Hypocrisy - In 1 Timothy 4:1-2 we find this word used in Paul's warning to Timothy about what to expect in the last days.  He was warning him about doctrines of demons.  He says, "that in the latter times, some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, speaking lies in hypocrisy.  Hypocrisy here, biblically refers to the acting of a stage player.  Pretending to play a part and using deceit.  The term translated lies however is very insightful. The Greek word means "promulgating erroneous Christian doctrine.   
• Heresies - In Galatians 5:19 you will find heresies in the company of adultery, fornications, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, murders and envy. Biblically, the word translated heresies here means a sect or heresy.  A choice, i.e. (specially) a party or (abstractly) disunion.  Olive Tree goes on to say it is the act of taking or storming a city.  Or, the capture of a city. Wow, that is so much more insightful than Dictionary.com's definition.  Heresies are systems of thoughts, ideas and doctrines used to lie, deceive, or change people's perceptions so as to divide, isolate and enable capture. 

​Creating a Faux Moral High-ground ​

By Tim Taylor Feb 27, 2020 - Yesterday I sent an email to some of our family, friends and long time partners. Rather than write an article, I thought I'd just share the email.

Dear KLI Family, Tribe, Fellow Workers & friends,
 
As you know the 1Church1Day strategy is based upon the restoration of David’s tabernacle (Acts 15:16-17 & Amos 9:11-13).  One of the results or evidences of God’s abiding presence is a harvest of souls.  Consider this 10 year testimony which is unfolding.  Just yesterday the young apostle I’ve been mentoring in India since 2009 reported the following on Facebook.  See the attached.  Recognize English is his 3rd language.  Bottom line, they are making history.  This article records how Christians now make up 30% of the population.  The article below highlights how in the last 10 years (I began mentoring Nani in 2009) the Christian population has grown from 2.5% to 5.8% (100+% church growth rate) in just 10 years and Andhra Pradesh is leading the way.
 
For context see Proof! 1Church1Day Reveals that History is in the Hands of the Praying Connected Church.    The cool thing is this growth of Christians in Andhra Pradesh is being reported in India.

This is the 10th worst persecuted nation in the world and the #1 state out of 27 in India where the Church is growing is Andhra Pradesh.  Last report I had indicated that there were 45 churches praying each month using 1Church1Day.  Last month as I understand, another 7 were added.
 
Inspired and informed by the strategy Nani’s (apostle) brother acquired a job working for a news outlet and also worked on the campaign of the 1st Christian candidate elected to office through a party formed by Christians.  So, they mobilized their prayer in response to timely spiritual intelligence and are transforming their state. 

Let’s rejoice with them and pray the other 26 states in India see and the Churches join in the India Prayer League, which is, a Kingdom League. 
 
I also want to thank you many of you who have partnered with us for so long.  This is fruit that accrues to your eternal reward (Rev 22:12 & 3 John 4-8).  

We are expecting the changes to continue, Jesus name is exalted, as Christ’s Church is united through this strategy and they continue to pray and obey.

Acts 15:16-17
‘After this I will return
And will rebuild the tabernacle of David, which has fallen down;
I will rebuild its ruins,
And I will set it up;
So that the rest of mankind may seek the Lord,
Even all the Gentiles who are called by My name,
Says the Lord who does all these things.’
 
Proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom,
 
Tim Taylor, founder

By Tim Taylor February 21, 2020 - The Culture War is a Spiritual War is a series.  It picks up where Part 1 ended.  Click here.

Even though I've tried to set a different example through the years, I count myself among those who occupy the pulpit.  I want to stand in proxy and ask your forgiveness for our failure to equip and prepare you for this spiritual and cultural war we are in.  

The war began in heaven and spilled to earth in Revelation 12. Verse 9 says, “So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.”  In verse 10 he is called the accuser of the brethren and in verse 11 it describes how God’s people can overcome the attacks.  One of the three key elements is “the word of their testimony.” 
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This is a war of words!  It’s a war between dark and light, lies and truth, Satan and our Lord Jesus Christ who was the word made flesh (John 1:1-14).

There are those who testify and speak the truth and then there are those who lie. Jesus is called the way, the truth and the life (John 14:6) and it says that no one comes to the Father except through Him.  John 8:44 reveals that Satan is the father of lies and his children are liars, deceivers or murderers. It’s what they do.
Satan needs people for their mouth, hands and feet. Otherwise, how could sin, iniquity and abominations be spread?   He works through people.  God works through people too.

Ephesians 3:9-11 reveals that it was God’s eternal plan to show forth His manifold wisdom to principalities and powers through THE CHURCH.  Why? Because there is a spiritual war taking place and the issue at hand are the souls of men and women and their eternity in heaven or in hell.

How does God show forth His manifold wisdom?  He speaks and works through people. He needs our hands, feet and tongues otherwise we could not go, we could not preach, we could not teach, we could not cast our demons and neither could  we  lay our hands upon the sick so they might be healed (Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-18 & Romans 10:14). 
This spiritual war, which is manifested through a cultural war, is actually a proxy war.  God works through people and Satan works through people who stand in proxy. The weapons of our warfare and not carnal (ie. natural weapons) but rather spiritual weapons.  Words are used to convey lies, evil ideas, teachings of demons as well as the truth and good doctrine. The Christian’s primary weapon, our only offensive weapon is the Word of God (Hebrews 4:12, Isaiah 55:11 & Ephesians 6:17).  That my friends is the truth!