Saturday, August 16, 2014

War! Do You Have God's Peace?

Pastor Stephen Piersall                                                     August ‎15, ‎2014


Do You Have God’s Peace?

Wars and even more wars, every day in the news it is the headlines! Have you ever done a study and find a time that there was NOT a war on this planet? Even Jesus described to his disciple's wars, and rumors of wars would be a sign toward "End of Times." That fact alone makes it difficult for us to figure that one out, considering WWI & II, were the wars to end all wars.

Have you ever stopped to think of whom is the mastermind of wars? Satan is the driving influence behind man's viciousness to his fellow man. He is the source of instigation of wars. Satan wants to eradicate humans because he knows our ultimate potential of becoming glorified sons of God. He hates that our destiny is, among other things, to judge angels (1 Corinthians 6:3, Hebrews 2:10, 1 Peter 5:8).

The devil cannot directly destroy human beings without God's express permission (Job 1:12, Luke 22:31). Therefore, he sets himself to influence humans to destroy themselves, hoping to end it all through the bloodshed of the Great Tribulation (Matthew 24:21).

Satan will fail, but the path of his destruction is right before our eyes. Here are some examples?

·      Abortion
·      Alcohol
·      Drive-by shootings
·      Drugs
·      Genocide
·      Process foods
·      Race riots
·      School shootings
·      Smoking

I am sure you can name a few more yourself. We, for the most part, are not directly affected unless a friend or family member, or a well-known personality, e.g., Robin Williams. Yes, it is a shame for anyone. For that matter, to die because of Satan's influence.

I figured since this is fresh in our minds, to mention once again, there is an alternative. No amount of money can buy you the life insurance policy that Jesus has for us. If you have not accepted the gift of Salvation, now is the time to decide. God created us in his image, but also gave us "Free-will" to determine what we do with our own lives.

Buying a new car, yes we can sleep on it and decide in the future. As for your opportunity of eternal life in Heaven, you may NOT awaken the next day to consider it more. Now, is the time to decide! If you already are a Christian, I ask you how many individuals are on your own prayer journal that you are praying for regarding salvation.

If you are against it altogether, go about your day as you see fit.
If you are on the fence and leaning toward God, drop to your knees and just ask Our LORD Jesus for forgiveness. My staff and I are available, and you can contact us multiple ways listed below. We will be glad to answer your questions, guide, and pray for you. Even so, YOU must make the first step. † 




May God shine his light through you 
Pastor Stephen Piersall
God's Preservation Ministry Soul Care 

Friday, August 1, 2014

Good Samaritan





These last few months, and particularly these recent weeks, Karen and I have been consumed with medical issues with ourselves having surgeries to other family members, notably with CANCER.

I am so proud of our church's help, as I have needed rides to Dr's appointments since I'm not allowed to drive yet since my surgery. Other church families coming forward to visit and take us to the store for items we needed. Our neighbor family has pitched in and helped with taking our two pugs out, and other assorted chores, etc. Can't say Thank You enough.

We are just so BLESSED, with the help, phone calls, texts, etc. that we give an LOUD SHOUT-OUT to JESUS Our LORD and Savior †

The idea of a Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) right from the Bible has come alive right before our eyes. Such a wonderful story, and a Blessing to be receiving the help we have needed thus far.


We cannot wait to go to church this weekend and worship Our LORD together with our church. Do you have any similar stories to share of how God has Blessed YOU with a Good Samaritan?