Spiritual
warfare prayers are more important now than they ever were before.
What do you think of when you hear the phrase "spiritual warfare"? If
you have images of the latest supernatural Hollywood blockbuster on the
brain, you might want to reconsider. Unfortunately, it seems that the
subject of spiritual warfare has two main camps, those who do not
believe in it at all and those who see demonic activity in every aspect
of life. Both of these camps are reluctant to talk about the subject
albeit for vastly different reasons.
Biblical Concept
The truth is if you are going to believe in God, the Bible is your
guidance system. It is this authority you should turn to for more
information on the subject. The Bible clearly states that Satan and
demonic activity are a reality. It is not presented in some spooky,
hocus pocus sense but matter of factly. The truth is, if you are going
to take any part of the Bible as fact, then you must accept the entire
writing, which includes the presence of demons, Satan, possession and
spiritual warfare.
Do Not Fear
In the Bible the phrase "do not fear" is repeated several times, even
when it comes to the activities of dark spirits. Jesus has overcome the
power of darkness and indeed the entire world; so as a Christian, there
is little to worry about. The problem is, many Christians do not
understand their place, especially as it relates to spiritual warfare.
Jesus came to the world to save it, and upon his death He took the
keys of death, hell and the grave. He ascended to Heaven where he is
seated at the right hand of God; as believers, we are united with Him,
far above demonic activity.
Prayer
Spiritual warfare will not be fought with weapons made of human
hands. Instead, it will be waged in prayer by believers and with the
believers on their knees. Christians do not fight against flesh and
blood but against principalities, powers of darkness and spiritual
wickedness in high places, Ephesians 6:12. When the disciples asked
Jesus how they were to pray, the answer He gave was The Lord's Prayer,
which is key when it comes to spiritual warfare.
One thing you should know about prayer in general and not just as it
pertains to spiritual warfare; it needs to be fervent and continuous in
nature. Take the example of Christ in the garden just before he was to
be taken and crucified. Jesus prayed until his sweat was as droplets of
blood! This would be the very definition of fervent and intense prayer.
Conclusion
Spiritual warfare is not a new age concept. It was dealt with in the
biblical text at some length. Jesus dealt with the man who was demon
possessed from the area of Gadarenes. Even his disciples talked about
those demons they could not cast out and He replied to them that some
would not be moved accept through prayer and fasting! Dealing with Satan
and his horde is not fairy tale fodder; it is a fact of the world you
live in.
There is Practical Spiritual Warfare which all of us deal with each
and every day; it shows up in the simple, everyday happenings of life.
The important thing to remember is not to overplay or underplay its
significance in your life of as a Christian and to fervently pray. Satan
and his demons must flee at the name of Jesus Christ.
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There are numerous yoga schools in
the world that provide good training. Selecting an appropriate yoga
program is a daunting task. Things that you should consider before
registering for a yoga class are not just location but also a quality
yoga education.
Also, it is difficult to choose any one yoga style that
satisfies all your requirements. Meditation and Pranayama techniques are
also part of yoga sessions. (Continued below.....)
(....Continued....)Every yoga class aims to balance physical,
mental, emotional, and spiritual health. The ancient practice of yoga is
still an effective method to heal many disorders and restore energy.
This is the reason many successful people add yoga in their daily
routine. Selecting the best yoga training program should always be
aligned with your objectives.
Here are some best tips to select a good yoga training program:
Yoga style that suits your lifestyle
Yoga has many benefits and is easy to adapt according to every
person’s health condition. This is the reason people of all age groups
want to learn yoga. Everyone has different health goals. An injured
sports player might want to practice Restorative Yoga. Whereas Ashtanga
Yoga is more power-packed. The two yoga styles are opposite in their
approach. Chair Yoga is more suitable for a working professional to
relieve stiff neck and shoulders with some light stretches of spine and
legs. A pregnant woman may want to practice Prenatal Yoga which is
beneficial for the mother as well as the baby. There are yoga styles for
flexibility as well as specialized teacher training courses. Some
people also want training in yoga to lose weight. Find out which yoga
style is easier to incorporate and adjustable in your daily lifestyle.
Location of the yoga school
It may seem trivial, but the actual location of yoga school impacts
our continued interest and focus on our health goals. Some corporate
offices and even schools have started adding a yoga session after or
before official hours for maintaining fitness. These sessions are easy
to attend because they are inside the official premises. People who are
always busy should select the location either near their office or home
or somewhere inspiring.
With technology, it has become even more convenient to attend a
virtual yoga class from home. The online sessions are well-prepared in
advance and all the instructions are provided for the student to follow
properly. E-courses for yoga are the best way to continue as a hobby or
as a back-up training for future endeavors.
A certified yoga school
The quality of yoga education is very important for physical and
mental growth. Whether for serious training or meditation, your health
goals should be the top priority when selecting a yoga school. A student
should check the certifications and awards conferred to the school. The
number of years that the yoga school has been established and the
review of students matters a lot to make an informed decision. It is
important to know that the school has recognition from premium
institutions especially from the International Yoga Alliance (USA). Your
yoga training and achieving your goals depends largely on how well each
yoga session is designed.
Experienced and qualified yoga teachers
The first interaction of a student about yoga is with the yoga
teacher. A guide and a mentor who helps you become comfortable with yoga
asana and bring new insight into yoga training. An experienced yoga
teacher always inspires students to understand the philosophy of yoga.
The awareness of the body and mind should be done in a precise way. A
qualified yoga teacher knows how to involve every student in a yoga
class. A good yoga teacher will know how to modify a yoga asana
according to the requirement of the student.
Duration and number of students
The number of hours for yoga practice is specified for students who
want to join teacher training courses. There are 50 hours, 100 hours,
200 hours, and even 500 hours. It depends on the learning process and
experience that the students want to achieve. A renowned yoga school
will have all the above options and expert teachers to train
accordingly. The syllabus will be vast with practical as well as the
detailed theoretical studies. The number of students is always limited
to these yoga courses for providing individualized attention.
Whether professional training or not, yoga training requires a
dedicated time to improve concentration. Yoga is a self-practice even in
a class. The teacher can only give instruction but to apply the
stillness of mind is completely personal. For deep relaxation, even
while practicing at home, removing distractions is important. In a
crowded class of 25 to 30 students, yoga practice may not prove to be
that focused.
Conclusion
Yoga is a great health practice that has many positive influences. A
good yoga training develops awareness, calms the mind, channelizes
energy, and promotes overall healing. It helps an individual to become a
strong person physically as well as mentally. Whatever your health
goals, yoga is a wonderful learning experience that should be embraced
by everyone.
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Flu is no fun! No likes to be down
with flu or up at night with kids who have it. First off, don't fear.
There are many effective home flu remedies you can keep on hand that
will drastically lessen the severity and length of flu. They can even
help with prevention! (Continued below.....)
(...Continued.....)1- Get Elderberry. It cuts flu recovery time
from 6 days to 2. Health food stores have it in many varieties since a
flu study came out a few years ago. I double the dose of most products
for my own family if I suspect flu. I recommend Dr. Christopher's
Elderberry Extract and use 1-2 dropperfuls every hour in a drink.
Elderberry prevents the virus from getting into healthy cells.
2- Get a high quality essential oil. I rub it on the bottom of my
children's feet. Essential oils are potently anti-viral. Oregano is the
strongest infection fighter, but it's also the hottest. So dilute a few
drops in some olive oil or other carrier oil (even vegetable oil will
work). Doterra has a quality immune blend called On Guard. It smells
amazing and it works. I give 2 drops with honey in some herbal tea for a
painful, sore throat. I rub another blend called Breathe (diluted), on
the neck and chest for congestion.
3- Push fluids. Give your child lots to drink: water, or fruit juices
as long as they don't contain white sugar or corn syrup (these feed
bacteria and suppress immunity). Peppermint tea is a "kid cure-all" at
my house. I put this tea in bottles, sippy cups, or a glass with a
straw. Kids need to stay hydrated, and peppermint has long been used for
fevers, flu and calming tummy trouble.
4- Include echinacea. I make echinacea tea, add the mild tasting
glycerin extract to other fluids, or squirt it straight in my child's
mouth. Echinacea fights infection indirectly, by stimulating the body's
own immune system to ramp up the fight. I use glycerite from Dr.
Christopher.
5- Get Dr. Christopher's Antispasmodic formula. I rub this liquid on
my kids' throats, and it immediately relaxes the muscles and stops dry
coughs which sometimes accompany flu. This herbal preparation has
rescued me from late-night discomfort, sleeplessness and even agony many
times. It's effective.
6- Give a ginger bath. Baths help keep kids hydrated, help with
fevers, and relax achy muscles. Put 1 Tablespoon ginger in the bath, or
in a muslin tea bag in the bath. Run the water hot at first to infuse
the ginger into the water, then adjust to the highest comfortable
temperature for your child. Working up a sweat in a hot tub helps sweat
out infection.
7- Get some Vitamin D3. I'd take 2,000-4,000 IU a day unless a true
epidemic hit. Then I'd triple the dose. Vitamin D quiets the immune
system's response to invading viruses in the respiratory tract. It can
prevent the overproduction of inflammatory substances that can lead to
fluid buildup and more severe symptoms. This may just be the most
dangerous part of more severe flu strains like the swine flu. I use the
RX brand. It's a bit pricey, but for me it's worth it (for this brand
the dose is only 1 drop).
8- Make garlic toast. We know garlic fights infection. For kids,
press a clove of garlic into some butter or olive oil, spread it on
whole wheat bread, and toast it in an oven or toaster oven. Have your
child eat some as is or with some honey added. Raw honey has natural
infection fighting compounds. Four cloves of garlic are equal to an
adult dose of penicillin.
9-If all comforts fail, try Motrin. For the temporary headaches, body
aches and discomfort caused by the flu, ibuprofin is an easily
attainable, fast acting remedy for kids. I save over-the-counter
remedies for temporary, extreme conditions, and when symptoms are the
worst, I'll use it.
10-Read up on flu drugs and vaccines before you try them. Did you
know you can get flu from the vaccine? They are poorly tested, and have
not been proven safe. Also, there are many reports of side effects of
the drugs, especially in children.
Dr. Kent Holtorf, expert on infectious disease calls the
Thimerosal-Mercury that can be found in Flu Vaccines "a proven
neuro-toxin. It has 25,000 times the level of mercury that would be
considered toxic if it were a food or water. Negative long-term effects
are unknown and pose much higher risks than the flu itself. So, what's
your next step?
May I suggest that you obtain some of these home flu remedies for
your medicine cabinet, so you're ready when the need arises. You can
find many of these tools online or at your local health food store.
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor (that would be my husband), and it is
not my intent to diagnosis or prescribe. These are things I do in my own
family, and represent my personal experiences.
I am a do-it-yourself, happily married, mother of seven
energetic kids. My husband is a doctor who works in an emergency room,
but I am a natural medicine girl.
I am passionate about empowering people, especially women, mothers
and fathers, to be teachers, chefs, and doctors in their own homes.
I write stories about both conventional medicine and natural medicine
and how well they work.
General Law Enforcement Training, Educational Requirements and Job Description
Author
Ryan Sprout
The
general requirements in order to become a law enforcement officer are to
*Obtain a POST ID (Peace officer Standards and Training ID) *Attend a
training academy for law enforcement *Take necessary certification tests
and become certified as a peace or law enforcement officer The amount
of education you need to become a law enforcement officer varies as the
career themselves.
Some college experience is enough in becoming a
police officer, while a undergraduate bachelors degree is necessary to
pursue a career as an FBI, DEA, ATF or Border patrol agent. (Continued below....)
(....Continued.....)Many
agencies and departments urge their employees to pursue a degree in
criminal justice or obtain a post high school education. Courses in
criminal justice include but are not limited to criminal justice,
humanities, ethics, police organization, administration, leadership
development, analytic reasoning, and communications. It's very important
to keep in mind that it's important to complete and get your high
school diploma. If not, continue forward in your education by getting
your GED. You can do so by your local adult education center. None the
less, it's always better to acquire some years or a four year college
education. The most attractive elements about working as an officer and
in the criminal justice field are the routine and scheduling. The
possibilities are almost endless with a career in criminal justice and
enforcement of laws. A typical day for someone who works in different
fields of law enforcement varies depending on the career path you
pursue.
Generally an enforcement officer may work in the office cubicle
of the agency or more exciting in the field. An officer may encounter
things differently everyday from keeping a watchful eye on citizens
during a political convention, tapping into a phone call of a fugitive
or pretending to be a young girl online to lure a pedophile into a sting
operation arrest, assisting with a riot or preventing a terrorist crime
from happening. The qualities officers must have are common sense,
respect and sense for and of their community, intelligence, mindful of
their environment, the courage to make smart decisions when necessary
and when to hold back and stay calm, be educated, stay grounded and be
realistic about the career field they are in. For those inspired to
pursue a career in criminal justice enforcement; the financial and job
security are well in place. More importantly, the kickback and personal
reward of helping people, saving lives, and keeping the community safe
when stressful or dangerous situations arise. For those inspired to
pursue a career in the United States law enforcement task force, the
financial and job security are well in place. More importantly, the
kickback and personal reward of helping people, saving lives and keeping
the community safe.
Ryan is the Editor and Founder of Law Enforcement HQ. When he's not online, he's spending time with his family and friends.
Many of us may remember being threatened with punishment for some act of disobedience as a child, and the fear that resulted from it.
As adults, we may think the same way about God. This is because religion still teaches the Law of Moses, which is all about punishment and wrath. However, what was true under the law is now no longer true under grace.
Under the law, God punished the children, down to the third and fourth generations, for the sins of the father. This was a generational curse that Jesus took upon Himself when He went to the cross. Jesus took all the anger and punishment meant for us so that God can be merciful to our unrighteousness and remember our sins and iniquities no more. This is true for all believers.
God is no longer angry with us; He is no longer a judge, but is now our loving Father. In the Old Testament, God was distant and unapproachable; the people were warned that they would die if they came near Him. The New Testament actually began with Jesus’ death and resurrection; in it, we’re encouraged to come boldly before His throne of grace, to find mercy and grace to help us in times of need.
God loves us very much and wants a personal relationship with us; therefore, as His children, we don’t have to be timid or afraid of Him. He’s not intent on punishing us, and the idea that bad things happen to people because they’re being punished is wrong-thinking. If we do think that way, studying the Bible to rightly divide the Word of truth helps us renew our minds and think differently. We can be grateful that Christ brought radical change for the better to us.
Prayer:
Lord, as Your children, we don’t have to fear Your punishment. Jesus took all of that on our behalf, as the perfect and eternal sacrifice for our sins. We can now run toward You, not away from You. Thank You for this. In Jesus’ name, amen.
There is one very critical issue that needs to be settled before you
can ever begin to deepen your relationship and fellowship with God. Do
you have a reconciled personal relationship with God ? What are the
requirements and details of Salvation and the Gospel of Jesus Christ ?
It is often said about the various religions of the world that there
are "many ways to God" or "the various religions all lead to the same
God." Is this true ? What does God’s Word the Bible have to say about
Salvation & Gospel of Jesus Christ ? Is Jesus one of many ways to
God, or is he The Way to salvation and a reconciled relationship with
God ?
True Salvation And the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Step 1: God loves you and wants you to have a personal relationship
with Him, and to experience peace and life. Abundant and eternal life
"We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." – Romans 5:1
(peace with God means to have a restored or reconciled relationship with
Him)
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that
whoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life." –
John 3:16
"I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." – John 10:10
God offers peace with Him, a restored relationship with Him, and
eternal life in heaven as a gift. Many people think they need to earn
these things from God by being religious, or being a good moral person,
or by doing more good than bad in their life.
Romans 6:23 – "… the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ
our Lord." Even though God offers these wonderful things as a gift, and
He wants everyone to have them (1 Timothy 2:4), sadly most people today
do not have these things and they are far from God. Why ?
Step 2: The Problem – Our Sin & Separation From God
"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." – Romans 3:23
"For the wages of sin is death (eternal separation from God), but the
gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." – Romans 6:23
"But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have
hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear." – Isaiah 59:2
Our sins cause us to have a broken relationship with God, and to be
far and separated from Him. Many people try to fix this problem
themselves in various ways.
Our Attempts To Reach God
People have tried in many ways to bridge this gap and separation
between themselves and God. Good works, religion, philosophy, morality,…
None of these work.
"There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to
death." – Proverbs 14:12 (death in this verse means to die and forever
be separated from God and His love, and to forever be under punishment
for your sins)
Jesus said "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one may come to the Father except through me." – John 14:6
Because God loves us and He knows we cannot fix this problem of sin & separation from God ourselves, He sent the solution.
Step 3: God’s Solution To Our Problem
"For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man Jesus Christ." – I Timothy 2:5
"For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God." – I Peter 3:18
"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners Christ died for us." Romans 5:8
Jesus is God’s answer and solution to our problem of sin, eternal separation from God, and eternal punishment for our sins.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that
whoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life." –
John 3:16
God solved our problem of sin & separation from Him by sending
His Son Jesus. In order to receive these wonderful gifts from God, the
Bible is clear about what we need to do in response to God’s solution.
Step 4: Our Response: Repent from sin, Trust Jesus Christ as Lord and
Savior, and Receive Him by Faith and Commit Your Life to Him
"Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice
and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me." –
Revelation 3:20
"That if you confess with your mouth "Jesus is Lord", and believe in
your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." –
Romans 10:9
"Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God. "The time
has come," he said. "The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and
believe the good news!" – Mark 1:14-15
"Yet to all who did receive him (Jesus), to those who believed in his
name, he gave the right to become children of God." – John 1:12
You Need to Make Jesus Your LORD and Savior
Nearly everyone wants Jesus to be their friend. Nearly everyone wants
Jesus to be their Savior and save them from their sins and the eternal
punishment of hell. But many people do not really want Jesus to be their
Lord. The Lord of their life. Which means to give up control and the
rights to their life to Jesus.
It may mean you need to give up your dreams and goals and plans, and
accept Jesus’ will and plans instead. It may cost you a lot. Their is a
cost to follow Jesus as Lord & Savior and be His disciple (a
disciple is a learner & follower of Jesus).
You need to commit your life to Jesus, and commit to follow Him as
your Lord and Savior. If you have never trusted and received Jesus
Christ as your Lord and Savior, but you are ready to do so, then you can
do it right now.
Repent, Believe With All Your Heart, Receive Jesus As Lord & Savior
Admit your need ("I am a sinner and I need a savior") 2. Be willing
to turn from your sins (repent -Mark 1:14-15). 3. Believe with all of
your heart that Jesus loves you and died for your sins and paid the
price for them. Believe also that Jesus rose again from the grave after 3
days, and later ascended back to heaven. (Mark 1:14-15 & John 1:12)
4. Through prayer, invite and by faith receive Jesus Christ to come
into your life and be your Lord and Savior, and commit to follow Him
(John 1:12)
Talk to God If You Are Ready to Repent, Believe Jesus, and Commit Your Life to Him
"Dear Lord, Thank you for loving me very much, and for sending Jesus
to die for my sins. Lord, I have sins in my life. Please forgive me for
all of my sins. And dear Lord Jesus, please come into my life, and be my
Lord and Savior. I commit my life to you, to follow You and Your ways.
And I repent and turn away from my sins, and I turn back to you. Please
give me peace with God and eternal life in heaven. Please teach me your
ways, and help me grow closer to you. In Jesus name. Amen."
You Can Know For Certain That You Are Saved
If you have done these things in your prayer to God – you truly
repented of your sins, put all of your faith and hope in Jesus Christ,
and received Him as your Lord & Savior and committed your life to
Him and meant it with all your heart – then you for sure have a
reconciled relationship with God, peace with God and eternal life, and
new life in Jesus.
"Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." – Romans 10:13
"Those who have the Son (Jesus) have life. Those who do not have the
Son do not have life. These things have I written, that you may know you
have eternal life." – I John 5:12-13
You can find more information and articles about your relationship with God at the Pursuing Intimacy with God site.
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