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  • There’s Power In Faith

  • “Camouflaged Message”

    Question: Bishop Houston, I have been told that the Bible is filled with mysterious codes. Are there any camouflaged codes or messages in the Bible?

    Answer: Great Question!!!

    Beloved, one of the foundational qualities of the Bible, is its clarity (sometimes called lucidity). That means Scripture’s central teachings are straightforward enough to be understood without the need for specialized expertise or church-sanctioned explanations.

    The Bible frequently speaks about its clarity. Psalm 119:130 (AMP) says, “The unfolding of Your [glorious] words give light; Their unfolding gives understanding to the simple (childlike).” I have better understanding and deeper insight than all my teachers [because of Your word], For Your testimonies, are my meditation. – *Psalm 119:99 (AMP).

    Psalm 19:7 (NCV) teaches, “The teachings of the Lord are perfect; they give new strength. The rules of the Lord can be trusted; they make plain people wise.”

    The concept of camouflaged codes or messages in the Bible refutes everything. Some men and women try to control the openness to the real message of the Bible to elevate so-called specialists. They’re supposed to decipher the cryptic messages God “hid” in the Scriptures. But such “specialists” aren’t needed because the Bible contains no camouflaged words or codes.

    A camouflaged code theory works like a typical hidden word game – obscure words are supposedly embedded diagonally within the Hebrew text. But that’s as foolish as turning your daily newspaper into a word-search puzzle and anticipating finding meaningful stories mysteriously hidden in it. Newspapers aren’t written to deliver camouflaged messages, and neither was the Bible. Both should be read using ordinary rules of language.

    Now there are concepts in the Bible that are hard to understand – even the Apostle Peter admitted that in 2 Peter 3:15. But the way to discover the meaning of those hard passages isn’t by seeking out camouflaged messages, but by engaging in a conscientious study that correctly handles the word of truth – *2 Timothy 2:15.

    So Beloved, “Believe!!!” The Bible is clear, and even the most naive reader can understand it. God wants you to understand the Bible, and He has provided the Holy Spirit as a guide. After all, “Man doesn’t live by bread alone, but…by everything that proceeds out of the mouth of the LORD” – *Deuteronomy 8:3.

    Beloved, I hope my answer has helped you.
    Thank you for your question.
    Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr.

  • “Direct Us Lord”


    Today’s Verse
    2 Thessalonians 1:11 (AMP)
    With this in view, we constantly pray for you, that our God will count you worthy of your calling [to faith] and with [His] power fulfill every desire for goodness, and complete [your] every work of faith,…

    Beloved, have you ever experienced being stuck between a rock and a hard place? If you have, then some of you will agree with me when I say it’s a complicated position to be. Often, when you’re in that position, you feel as if you’re the only one there. One of the more significant moments in your life will be when you’re exploring for a purpose or calling. In those moments, when you’re looking in one direction and something is telling you to head in another direction in your life, it’s essential to embrace the opportunity to give yourself and your thoughts over to God. Don’t be afraid to ask Him to demonstrate to you the way or give you a sign when you need it. He’ll show you the way if you let Him.

    Beloved our calling is something unique to who we are, and it will manifest itself in God’s time. Amen and Aaamen. ✝️❤️

    Let Us Pray:
    Dear Heavenly Father, we all have those moments in life in which we feel lost or compelled in two different directions. Help us to remember to offer those moments to You so that You can show us the way. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen, and Aaamen!!! ✝️❤️😊

    Have a Blessed Monday and a Spiritual Mindful Week Everyone.
    ❤️😊

  • “Be A Down Deep Praiser”

  • “The Extensive Intensive Viewpoint”

    Praise the Lord Everyone. 😀

    You know, Beloved, all through scripture, we find out that humans have an endless battle between flesh and Spirit. Romans 8:13 says, “for if you are living according to the [impulses of the] flesh, you are going to die. But if [you are living] by the [power of the Holy] Spirit you are habitually putting to death the sinful deeds of the body, you will [really] live forever.” Beloved, if you’ve lived as a Christian for any length of time or you’re living as a Christian, you can reflect on the preferences you selected were ruled either by your flesh or by the Spirit.

    Beloved, our Lord has a much higher perspective of our lives than we do. If you can imagine a mountain and at the top of the mountain is the Lord. He can see all around it, every point of view and angle, because He’s at the top. Climbing up the sides of the mountain are us. We have a minimal viewpoint. Our depth of perception and angle are marginal. If we are climbing the East side of the mountain, we cannot see the position on the other sides. We can only see the East side.

    As we end another week and head into the weekend, let us all not just keep it on our mind but comprehend that the Lord observes it all and has an extensive, intensive viewpoint that will always guide us down the correct path while reassuring us at the same time. ✝️❤️

    Let Us Pray
    Dear Heavenly Father help us to not become sightless by the afflictions of this life. I pray that we would be cognizant of the blinders we put on when we become apprehensive. Help us always to comprehend and put our confidence in You and that You’re in control, see it from every angle, and know what is best for us. ✝️❤️

    Remember Social Distancing is part of life right now. And in the wake of so much unrest let us continue to be reputable citizens as well as reasonable Christians.

    Have a Pleasant Friday and a Selective Weekend Everyone. ✝️❤️😊

    Christian House of Faith – CHOF Ministry
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  • A Practical Value Is In Position

  • Transition’s Mystery

  • “The Disheartened Jubilant Departure”

    5-22-2020-bishop-houstons-weekend-words-john-14-28You know Beloved exits, departures, or farewells can be hard. When family members or friends visit from across town, another city, another state, or another country, a jubilant departure creates a heartbreaking atmosphere to see them depart. “Couldn’t they have stayed a little longer? Why did they have to go away so soon? These are the questions that are asked during a jubilant departure.

     
    Jesus’ disciples were likewise disturbed by the possibility of His going away. Who would now educate them about God’s kingdom? Yet Jesus maintains that His departure will be excellent for them.
     
    Beloved, departures come to us in a variety of forms. We can encounter the loss of a career. We can make a life shift and move away from friends or family. We can be heartbroken over the loss of a loved one to death. Jesus teaches that even in the face of such farewells or departures, we can encounter tranquility and optimism. You see, the “prince of this world,” the devil, wants us to be identified or characterized by our failures. But the Father is greater than all things. And when we love Jesus, our lives are directed toward the Father rather than our failures or shortcomings. After Jesus’ resurgence and elevation, the Spirit would remind the disciples of these words. And then Jesus’ words about “going back to the Father” made sense. Not death, but glory, is the future of those who obey the Father’s will.
     
    Beloved, as we end this week and prepare to enter another weekend, I want you to know that Jesus’ words point us to His objective—and ours: full life in the aura of God. We may still feel sorrow in the face of loss. But we can celebrate as we see even death as a front entrance to our heavenly Father.
    ✝️❤️
     
    Let Us Pray
    Dear Heavenly Father keep Jesus’ words on our minds. Help us in the face of loss to comprehend our destiny is with the Father, and to celebrate in the ruling power of Jesus.
    In Jesus’ Name, I pray Amen and Aaamen.
    ✝️❤️
     
    Have a Blessed Friday and a Blessed Weekend Everyone.
    ✝️❤️😊

  • “Do I Need To Go To Bible School To Preach?”

    Probing For Spiritual Answers Do I Need To Go To Bible School To Preach
    Bishop, Houston, I see many people men and women on the internet preaching, opening their church or ministry. I want to share the word of God, but some tell me I need to go to a bible college. Do I have to go to bible school to preach or teach God’s word?

    An excellent question. Thank you for asking. ✝️❤️😊
     
    Answer:
    Because of the cost to go to a Bible College or a Seminary, many have found social media sites are a free open source to share their religious and spiritual concepts. Now I think two essential questions anyone wanting to be a preacher or even go into ministry should be “what is my spiritual gift?” and “Am I doing this for self-promotion (look good)?”
     
    I Corinthians Chapter 12 is a great chapter to read. It highlights the spiritual gifts. In this chapter, you’ll see that all of the Trinity is connected to the existence, wellbeing, and development of the church, and this is especially evident in the matter of spiritual gifts. You’ll also see in 1 Corinthians 12: 7 and verse 18, the Holy Spirit provides every believer one or more spiritual gifts. Then it’s the Word of God that will direct the believer towards where and how their spiritual gift activates the development and wellbeing of the church. It’s God the Father who regulates the degree of influence (success) that this gift and ministry will have.
     
    Now to answer your question, No. And Yes if you’re going to be launched by a religious or spiritual edifice: religious or spiritual exchange, denomination, or tradition. I’ve watched, heard, and set up under great pastors that have never had any form of Biblical schooling, and they can bring down the house when they preach. But to get a detailed theological understanding a Bible-based seminary or Bible school is applicable. Some churches and ministries promote and launch from within after taking their concise training. If you decide that you want to allow your church or ministry to ordain, be sure that church or ministry is one that will do their best to help you discover and develop your spiritual gifts.
     
    Now be very careful when it comes to churches and ministries that have ministers and preachers that think they own the church or ministry and will not correctly equip you for various reasons such as they’re afraid you’ll supersede them or you’re not in a particular financial grouping or your family affiliation is sub-par for the edifice. Set up under someone that will minister to others as he or she equips you for ministry.
     
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  • “Keeping a Strong and Clear Outlook”

    5 17 2020 Week 3 and 4 CHOF Bible Fellowship 's Keeping a Strong and Clear Outlook
    All through Ephesians chapter 1, Paul is undoubtedly hit with the brilliance of our birthright in Christ. In our focal verse this morning, we see he prays that we’ll know the resources of its glory. According to Ephesians 1:14, some commentators perceive “His inheritance” as an orientation to believers, who are God’s inheritance or in distinct proprietorship. That interpretation weighs heavily on the value God places on us as believers, as demonstrated in Christ’s death, the forgiveness of our sins, and the abundant grace that He lavishes on us (*1.).

    Others understand it by referencing it to the believer’s inheritance, which Paul calls “His inheritance” because God is its source. Just as “His calling” (Ephesians 1:18) issued from Him and was received by believers, so His inheritance issues from Him.
    Beloved, both opinions are theologically sound, but the second view seems more reliable with Paul’s emphasis in verses 11 and 14. It doesn’t make a difference which view is favored, Paul’s point is strong and transparent: reclamation and its complementary blessings are so philosophical that we must have supernatural help to comprehend them. That’s why in Ephesians 1:18, he prayed for our insight.
    Beloved, insight is vital because how you look at your spiritual possessions is the way you’ll take your spiritual prescriptions to live. If, for example, you comprehend “and appreciate” that you have every source for godly living (*2.), you’re less likely to surrender to enticement. Knowing God has given you His absolute best in Christ (*3.) guarantees you that He won’t hold back less essential things so that you won’t be so apprehensive about earthly requirements. Understanding that you have already received “grace upon grace – John 1:16″, abundant life – John 10:10”, and “everything about life and godliness” – 2 Pet. 1:3″ assures you that God’s forthcoming modification and resources will be more than necessary (*4).
    Beloved, let this morning’s words inspire you to praise your prosperous and glorious God for His spiritual affluence and magnificent inheritance!!! Amen? Aaamen.
    Let Us Pray:
    Dear Heavenly Father, this morning I want to say thank You for allowing me to be Your child. In Jesus’ Name, I Pray, Amen, and Aaamen.✝️❤️
    Beloved, most of our States are opening back up, but the Coronavirus, COVID – 19 is still Present. Let us all remember to continue to wash our hands, wear our mask to protect others from us and us from them while we’re out and stay in compliance with social distancing. ✝️❤️😊
    To God Be the Glory. Have a Blessed Sunday, Everyone. ✝️❤️😊
    Bishop Houston’s Sunday Morning Word Bible References:
    *1. Ephesians 1:6-7
    *2. Ephesians 1:3
    *3. Rom. 8:31
    *4. 2 Cor. 12:9
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