Retreat or Rest?

I have been out of town the past few days, at a "Point to Hope" retreat/conference in Soldotna, Alaska. It was held at a campground, with cabins that had no Internet access, so I could not update my blog.

The Conference was fantastic and full of information, and has given me a new perspective on things of God. Some say to me when I get back from these conference/retreats, you must be well rested and refreshed now. And the funny thing is… I am... and yet... I am not!

I am feeling refreshed in the spiritual aspect, but exhausted in my physical aspect, because at these retreats, the schedules are very tight and action packed, let’s just say you don’t have time to sit around and be bored. But strangely enough, (but then who can really explain the super-naturalness of Jesus!). I feel refreshed and happy, and ready to get back into the swing of things at home.

At these retreats, we usually start really early in the morning (7 A.M) with a prayer rally, which I wouldn’t miss, because they are exciting, intriguing, thought provoking, and a great way to start out any day. Plus the three separate workshops each day and Nancy ending each day with laughter and prayer time that could last till 10 or even after midnight depending on the prayer action!

And totally wild and crazy, fun and exhilarating Praise and Worship time, with banners flying, beautiful songs of Worship, colorful flags and banners twirling, and dancing, prayers, just too much beauty for words to describe.

I know that it is said that the Praise and Worship is for the Lord, but I have to say, I really do get so refreshed and renewed too. Just another one of His many blessings to us.

Apostle Nancy Haney heads up this ministry. She is an amazing woman of God, who walks in Humility, Grace, and Love. She travels where-ever the Lord sends her, and He uses her to reach out and heal many, many hurt and broken-hearted men and women.

We had phenomenal speakers that spoke on the *Gifts of the Spirit*: Healing, Wisdom, Prophesy, Evangelism, Knowledge, Faith, Helps, Exhortation, and Teaching.

My roughest time was trying to decide which workshop/teaching to go to, because it was set-up that two workshops were going on at the same time, so you had to choose, and I have to say again!! For me is really hard!!! It was hard ‘cuz’, I am so inquisitive, I feel I must go to them all, so I had to be led by the Lord on which of them to take.

So I chose, Gift of Wisdom taught by Debbie Anderes, Gift of Prophesy by Pastor Kay Webb, , Gift of Evangelist by Kim Cain, Gift of Faith by Pastor Delores Benjamin, and the Gift of Knowledge by Pastor Sandy Longgrear.

All I can say is WOW!!! was I ever impressed on the way these awesome women of God delivered, clear, precise teachings on the subjects they were assigned. And to top it off! After each class/workshop, they had all the people that attended the workshop, stand in line, and Nancy joined the speaker to activate the "Gift" already in us, by laying on hands and prayer.

It was awesome. Lives were changed, and people were touched by the Lord in ways no earthly man(doctor, psychologist, psychiatrist, etc) could do. Right before my eyes, I witnessed miracles, deliverance's, and people being healed... It was totally AWESOME!!! God is Good!

I would highly recommend to any one who loves the Lord or who is curious to attend one of the Point to Hope conference/retreats when they are in your area, you will be blessed. They have a website at: http://www.pointtohope.org

And most important:
Do you know Jesus as your Lord and Savior?

John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

In the Holy Bible’s New Testament; teaches that Jesus Christ is the only source for salvation. (2 Timothy 2:10; Hebrews 5:9). As God's Son, Jesus lived a sinless and perfect life. However, to pay for our sins, He became our substitute.

The Bible says Jesus suffered death on a cross to pay the price for our sin (Romans 5:8).

The Bible teaches that salvation is not accomplished by human effort. It is God's work (1 Thessalonians 5:9) and is offered as a gift by his grace (Ephesians 2:8-9).

John 3:17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

Every single person on this earth can be saved from death and eternal separation from God. All that is needed from us is to repent of all sin (2 Corinthians 7:10) and to believe in what God has accomplished through Jesus Christ (2 Timothy 3:15; 1 Peter 1:9).

The Bible says we must believe and confess that Jesus is the Lord of our lives (Romans 10:8-10 "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus”)

John 3:18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God

If we do 'believe', we can have a personal relationship with God and spend eternity in heaven with him.

Here is a simple prayer, sometimes referred to as the “Sinner’s Prayer” to help you: Regarding the location of sinner's prayer in the Bible? Well!! There isn't one mentioned; it is only implied.

The basis of the sinner's prayer comes from Romans 10:9-10, It is good to understand that this is a first step and that saying a "sinner's prayer" will not accomplish anything on its own.

A "sinner's prayer" is only effective if it genuinely represents what a person knows, understands, and believes about their sinfulness and need for salvation!

Heavenly Father, I come to You in prayer asking for the forgiveness of my sins. I confess with my mouth and believe in my heart that Jesus is Your Son, and that He died on the Cross at Calvary that I might be forgiven and have Eternal Life in the Kingdom of Heaven. Father, I believe that Jesus rose from the dead and I ask You right now to come into my life and be my LORD and SAVIOR..
-In Jesus Name Amen

If you have said this prayer or one similar to this, Then Know The Angels Are Rejoicing In Heaven.

Jesus Is Now Working With You In Your Life!

The Bible says:

"If the Son (Jesus) therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed."
John 8:36

Some Helpful Tips To Get You Started In Your New Walk With Jesus:

Join---- A Local Bible-Based, Holy Spirit Led Church. And get Baptized!
Pray --- Talk To Jesus As You Would A Good Friend.
Read---- Your Holy Bible Every Day.

Thanks Be Unto God For His Wonderful Gift!:

Jesus Christ!
The ONLY Begotten Son Of God
Is The Object Of Our Faith;

The Only Faith That Saves Is Faith In Him!

CU