ARE YOU USING WHAT GOD HAS PLACED IN YOUR HANDS FOR HIS KINGDOM?

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Great article by Paul McLaughlin. He is is married to Rachel and they have four children. Paul is a farmer, entrepreneur, businessman and follower of Jesus, and who genuinely loves people. He is passionate about every person finding their purpose in who God created them to be. This is his reflection on an important Scripture.

As I reflected on Jesus’ words, “My sheep hear my voice, I know them, and they follow me,” I realised how urgently we need to listen to that voice today. The world is constantly changing and full of distractions. It is easy for our surroundings to shape how we think and live. I wonder whether we are truly making time to know Jesus, to recognise his voice, and to follow him.

When I look at the Church and how we are perceived by those who do not yet know Jesus, I am challenged: do we treat evangelism as a task or as a way of life? A personal shift for me has been moving from “let’s go and evangelise” to seeing evangelism as an everyday practice.

Instead of viewing people as targets, I have tried to live as Jesus did — open-hearted, offering rest to those who are burdened. He did not see people as targets. His motivation was love for the lost that simply said, “Come.”

We run a tourist park in the middle of Litchfield National Park. We do not hold ‘outreach’ nights or go out to ‘evangelise’ the campers. What we do is show Jesus’ love practically. For three months during the busy season our family cooks buffalo stew and croc laksa on Wednesday nights for free! We often have 120–180 people on our deck for dinner.

I welcome them as our guests, share a little of our story, and tell them we are Christians who do this because we believe it is what Jesus wants. We love people, and Jesus is interested in people — in families and communities. “We want you to be our family tonight,” I say.

Then I pray a blessing over them, their families, the food and the night. We have had so many opportunities to share afterwards. People are searching for genuineness — for people who are real.

Something I have learnt is that it is easier to say “when I get this or when I go there” than simply to ask God, “What is in my hand? What do I have to share?” When we see our possessions, money and time as seed that God asks us to sow, life becomes simpler.

Whatever you have, sow it and trust God to increase it. We may not always see it, but what lasts is the fruit — eternal fruit.

Time is short, my friends. Don’t let it slip by. Today is the day. God has blessed us in this country with so much. Are you using what he has put in your hand for his kingdom?

Paul’s Prayer: Lord, thank you for every good gift you have given us — for our families, our friends and this nation. Help us to see people through your eyes, to love them with your heart, and to be real and open-hearted with them. Show us what you have placed in our hands so we can reach others for your glory. May your kingdom come, may your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.

BEING OBEDIENT TO GO AS JESUS COMMANDS

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Watch this new documentary from Torben Søndergaard, and follow two brothers as they step out in faith, simply obeying the words of Jesus. These guys are real and act confident that God answers real prayers. This verse comes to mind: “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” Psalm 145:18. It is wonderful to see how the Holy Spirit leads them step by step, how God provides for their needs, how they find the person of peace, and how they bear much fruit. There are no carefully planned outreaches or large organizations behind what you are about to see—just simple obedience to Jesus and a willingness to follow wherever He leads. Watch lives being touched, people encountering Jesus, and the Gospel being shared in a powerful way right before your eyes.

In this documentary, Torben Søndergaard gives an introduction to Luke 10 and prepares you for what you are about to see before the documentary begins. Jesus said, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” This film is more than a documentary—it is an invitation to rediscover the simple, Spirit-led life Jesus called every disciple to live. If this documentary has encouraged you and you would like to connect with Alexis or learn more about the work in France, you can reach him at: 📧 jeveuxtesuivrejesus@gmail.com Get Witness Cards and learn how to use them: https://thelastreformation.com/witnes..

LUCKY TE KOHA’S POWERFUL TESTIMONY

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With New Zealand gangs at war with each other and the police, it’s an environment that historically has been filled with trauma,
addiction, violence, and suicide. As an ex-gang member turned pastor, Lucky Te Koha leads us into the world of Black Power and the Mongrel Mob as he attempts to bring healing into these infamous gangs. Only God can produce a change for good that we now see in Lucky’s life.

Make sure you share this powerful testimony. It will change lives. From Black Power to a Disciple of Jesus – a powerful transformation.

WHO IS CHARGED WITH THE GREAT COMMISSION?

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“When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realised that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and took note that these men had been with Jesus.” Acts 4:13

The mission of God has always been in the hands of ‘ordinary’ people, rather than in the hands of the professionals.

When Peter and John were brought before the religious rulers, there were several things that were noted about them.

Firstly, they took note of their courage. This is worthy of our extra attention. After all, it was only several weeks since Peter, out of fear, had denied even knowing Jesus (Luke 23:54–60), and since all the disciples hid in the upper room behind locked doors “because they were afraid of the Jewish leaders” (John 20:19).

Secondly, they noted that they were unschooled and ordinary men. These were not professional priests, nor were they formally educated. These men had been fishermen.

Thirdly, they could tell that they had been with Jesus. Their fear and unschooled ordinariness had been transformed by their being with Jesus.

It appears to me that the average Australian Christian has an internal narrative that is defeatist when it comes to being able to help another person put their faith in Jesus. For many, they associate trying to share their faith with failure and even trauma. Hence, they aspire to simply being willing to invite a friend to an environment where someone else can do it.

It was not so with the first disciples. Their courage came from time in Jesus’ presence, which resulted in them “teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection of the dead” (Acts 4:2). May it also be so for us today.

The issue is not whether we are trained or somehow ‘special’. The mission of God is in the hands of ordinary people just like us.

DISCIPLESHIP IS PRIMARILY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARENTS

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Unfortunately it is not according to a Barna Survey. 51% of American Christian parents surveyed “expected the church to take the lead.” Only 49% of parents considered teaching their children about reason, faith, and Biblical Christianity to be their responsibility. Correctly children’s ministry leaders state that discipleship should begin at home.

The findings reflect another concerning trend, which shows 86% of parents “feel under-equipped” to teach their kids the Bible and basic theology.

There’s a deep challenge here, Barna stated. “If children’s ministry is going to be healthy, pastors must help both parents and their ministry leaders find common ground.” Discipling children should be a joint effort. For example, the Gospel is lived out in the home, alongside the Church, not just taught on Sundays.

The church needs to encourage parents to embrace their primary role, by teaching them how to have everyday faith conversations. Properly discipled mums and dads will be better prepared to disciple their kids.

Families, Barna continued, should be encouraged “to practice their faith together in everyday life—serving others, praying as a household, and applying Scripture in real situations.” This is “so the next generation grows resilient and ready to follow Jesus in the world beyond church walls.”

Barna’s insights are nothing new. They point back to the Puritans, who understood that every home was to be a little church. “A family is a little Church, a little commonwealth,” said William Gouge in 1622. “It is a school where first principles and civics are learned; whereby men are prepared for greater matters of Church and State.”

Or as Charles Spurgeon preached in 1875, “Men are as much serving God in looking after their own children, and training them up in God’s fear, as they would be if they had been called to lead an army to battle for the Lord of hosts.” This includes “minding the house and making their household a church for God.” “It is a grand event when a family is saved!” Spurgeon cheered. “Oh, if households enter into Christ, the very bells of Heaven may ring again and again and again with a joy that has many joys within it!”

LEAVING ISLAM FOR CHRIST’S FREEDOM CONVICTED ME THAT SILENCE IS SIN

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This is a great article by Hedieh Mirahmadi, Exclusive Columnist of The Christian Post. In the process of leaving Islam for Christ’s freedom, she was convicted that not actively sharing your faith is sin.

In a world that vilifies biblical truth, the temptation to stay silent grows stronger every day. Ecclesiastes 3:7 reminds us there’s “a time to be silent and a time to speak,” yet too often Christians choose silence when the world needs our voice the most.

As a former Muslim who spent years navigating spiritual deception before encountering Christ, I understand the cost of keeping quiet. Silence can feel safe, but it’s a betrayal of the Gospel. We are called to proclaim truth boldly, even when it costs us everything, as it did for Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, whose recent martyrdom ignited a fire for revival.

Silence often stems from unbelief. When we doubt God’s power, we clamp our mouths shut, much like Zechariah, struck mute for questioning God’s promise of a son. Before I knew Jesus, I thought silence was strategic — avoiding conflict to blend in. Faith demands more. As 2 Corinthians 4:13 declares, “I believed, therefore I spoke.” We who believe must speak, openly proclaiming truth as Paul urged in 2 Corinthians 4:2, renouncing “the things hidden because of shame.” In a culture quick to brand biblical convictions as “hate speech,” unbelief whispers to stay quiet. Faith shouts.

Speaking truth comes at a price. John 3:20 warns that the world hates the light because it exposes evil. Scripture and history bear this out: Abel, the first martyr; John the Baptist, beheaded for calling out sin; Stephen, stoned for his unyielding testimony in Acts 7. Modern heroes like Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., and Bobby Kennedy paid with their lives for their convictions.

Some call it hate speech, but truth often sounds like hate to those in darkness. Jesus Himself was crucified for speaking the truth. Silent before Pilate, bearing our sins, He spoke when asked if He was King: “For this purpose I have come into the world: to testify to the truth” (John 18:37). Pilate’s scoff — “What is truth?” — mirrors today’s relativism, where truth is sacrificed for tolerance.

My journey from Islam to Christianity taught me that silence enables oppression. In Islamic regimes, dissent is crushed, much like the synagogue leaders who accused Stephen of blasphemy when they couldn’t counter his wisdom. They covered their ears and killed him, just as today’s cancel culture silences truth-tellers. Stephen’s angelic face as he forgave his killers echoes the love that transformed me from legalism to grace. Ephesians 5:11 compels us: “Do not participate in the useless deeds of darkness, but instead even expose them.” Charlie’s martyrdom wasn’t murder; it was a spark for revival. After his death and Erika’s powerful speech, Turning Point USA grew from 2,000 to 32,000 chapters. The enemy snuffed out a candle, but God ignited an inferno.

Yet how many of us shrink back? Like Moses, reluctant to lead, or Isaiah, feeling unworthy, we make excuses. Fear of rejection? Loss of approval? Luke 6:26 warns, “Woe to you when all the people speak well of you.” We are sent — dispatched by Jesus, who said, “Just as the Father has sent Me, I also send you” (John 20:21). Silence isn’t an option. Psalm 39:2 describes the pain of holding back: “I was mute and silent … And my pain was stirred up.” Paul, battered in Corinth, heard Christ say, “Go on speaking and do not be silent” (Acts 18:9). Charlie was a megaphone for truth; we must be too.

UPDATE ON THE LAST REFORMATION MOVEMENT

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TORBEN SONDERGAAD’S REPORT ON THE LAST REFORMATION MOVEMENT

“It is with much fear, and trembling, and excitement in my heart that I share this video with you. I truly see that we are standing with something big on our hands and are about to enter a new chapter. I am very excited to share this important announcement. Please take the time to watch this and share it with others. Let the news spread, and together, let us step into what God has for us. This video also serves as an introduction to the new series we are launching on how to create a movement, which will be released over the next few months. This series invites everyone to join us on this amazing journey. There’s so much more to say, but please watch the video here. There is so much to say, but we will let the video do that for now.“

This is an important message to the Body of Christ around the World. Please make sure you watch it. You will then want to share it as widely as you are able. Knowing this is what God is doing at this time to get the Gospel out. It is all about building the Kingdom of God. Bringing glory to God.

NICK VUJICIC IS STILL IMPACTING THE WORLD FOR CHRIST AND BRINGING GLORY TO GOD

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Author and evangelist Nick Vujicic spoke with CBN’s Tré Goins-Phillips, delivering a bold message for America, urging the Western church to embrace the “basics” of the Gospel, prioritise discipleship, and embrace counselling for those suffering and struggling with sin. He urgently warned the “most crippling season” for the U.S. is impending, unless it turns back to God.

The nation needs to repent and return to God and His word, acknowledging that it is inerrant from Genesis to Revelation. Only then will it realise it is not practising church as Jesus intended, as described in the Book of Acts – house churches with disciples making more disciples.

ARE YOU BOLDLY AND COURAGEOUSLY DECLARING JESUS CHRIST AS LORD & SAVIOUR?

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Our God is awesome! Thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.“ 1 Corinthians 15:57-58

Scripture defines us as those who are “more than conquerors” in the trials of life.

“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:37-39

We are victorious because we are precious in the sight of a holy, majestic, and loving God. To be a Christian and serve Him who is worthy is the highest calling anyone can receive. We are deemed “a royal priesthood, a holy nation,” and “God’s special possession.” In this identity, we are to “declare the praises of Him who called” us “out of darkness into His wonderful light.”

“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.” 1 Peter 2:9-10

A mind centered on Christ explains why we exist, where we came from, and where we are going. A mind fixed on Christ allows us to respond to anything we should face.

Why would anyone want to keep the wonderful truth of Christ to themselves? May we be bold and courageous so we are His army — a Kingdom — that reflects a zeal for the Lord and a passion to share His truth and proclaim His name boldly.

JESUS TAUGHT: NOT PEACE, BUT A SWORD

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The following is a tough Scripture we would all like to overlook but that is impossible. God requires total commitment.

“Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. And a person’s enemies will be those of his own household. Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” Matthew 10:34-39

“And Jesus said to them, “When I sent you out with no moneybag, knapsack, or sandals, did you lack anything?” They said, “Nothing.” He said to them, “But now let the one with a moneybag take it, and likewise a knapsack. And let the one who has no sword sell his cloak and buy one. For, I tell you that this Scripture must be fulfilled in me: And he was numbered with the transgressors.’ For what is written about me has its fulfillment.” Luke 22:35-37

Our greatest weapon is always the Gospel. But there may be a time to heed all of Jesus’ instructions, even to buy a sword.

“All authority… on earth has been given unto Me, therefore go and make disciple of all nations… and lo, I am with you always even to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:18-20). Jesus did not say disciple churches or disciple disciples but rather disciple “nations” – civil rule, civil governance. For this reason and mission, Jesus said – “I am with you!” Jesus made it possible for our Heavenly Father to send the Holy Spirit to guide our every step.

For what excuse will we give King Jesus for not completing the great commission?

The Bible does not teach us to pray and hope things get better. “But prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves” (James 1:22). We must be “doers” – like the leaders of Issachar who understood the times and what God’s people should do (1 Chronicles 12:32).

Note God does not use those who think they are wise by worldly standards.

“For consider your calling, brothers: not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, so that no human being might boast in the presence of God.” 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

We must keep God’s commandments and get God’s vision for His King and Kingdom! “Where there is no vision, the people perish. But happy are those who keep God’s Law!” Proverbs 29:18

Also, if not you, who? If not now, when? We must unite and go forth – “For the cause of truth, humility, and righteousness! Psalms 45:4

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