March 29, 2020 WWJWMTD by Steve, the son of John

How to get out of those PJs

The first step in getting out of your pajamas is knowing that you can. We are given the ability for making life’s decisions. This is the freedom that God has given to all of us. But with any aspect of freedom their comes the responsibility for my decisions. That is why I do not like being manipulated? I don’t like it! I live my life on the principle that I make up my own mind about things…not the media, not politicians, not doctors, and especially not Satan.

I was introduced to a very influential man a few years ago. He was very kind to me, and we became good friends. He told me once, “I make up my own mind about people.” He said this to me when I was being criticized by the media (140 negative articles within a two-year period). I know there were many more—this is just number of articles from the local newspaper; not counting all the radio, TV and social media outlets.

If Satan would have his way, you would be controlled by his lies and influence in all you and I do. He lies to us and tells us things would be better if we did things his way. If you think this coronavirus is very bad, you are under his control. In actuality this virus is mild compared to other pandemic outbreaks in earth’s history. The difference is the amount of fear it has caused in such a short period of time.

Satan, through our media, has caused panic and given us completely misguided facts and unhelpful societal options. If you want the truth, then you have to fight for the truth. The truth is Satan goes about to steal, kill, and destroy. This is a fact and is what is pushing the virus to a state of fear and worry. Our battle is against him and this brings me back to my premise—get out of your PJs and get dressed with the power of God!

It is time to stop Satan’s influence. In a storm with little hope the disciples had to call upon Jesus to help out (Mark 4:37-41). Paul during his trial while on a ship taking him to stand trial in front of Caesar, prayed and found wisdom to save all who were on the ship (Acts chapter 37). Let’s do these things—we indeed have time to do this because of having to ‘stay home’ during this time of insanity. These are the steps for getting dressed, dressed in the Armor of God:

· Pray like Jesus prayed—pray without ceasing! Pray during the day and night; pray that angels would come and deliver us from evil; pray for others, not just yourself or family.

· Forgiveness is the first line of defense against all that Satan does. So, begin to forgive your friends that have hurt you. Forgive your enemies and bless them—with words of kindness, forgiveness, and asking for good things from God to be given to them.

· Be positive in words and deeds. A negative person will never inherit the Kingdom of God. So do not accept anything Satan throws your way—this virus is because of who Satan is. Place the blame of him not on others.

· Proclaim verses of the Bible over your family, friends, and community. Be humble in your Biblical readings and all the words of Christ to reach others in need.

· Curse the evil that the virus is causing. Be bold and proactive by taking a stance again all the symptoms of the virus. Learn to stand your ground and make the virus retreat.

You can always pray what God gave me. “That the Wind of God would pick up the virus (like an adhesive) and carry the virus out to sea and be buried in the ocean, and secondly, that God would cause the ax head to swim by becoming active again doing its job—this is our businesses and industry to once again become prosperous and active.”

It is the Family of Christ that will bring healing and freedom to our nation. Do not depend on the government and the medical profession. Their help is limited, and they do not know how to fight a spiritual battle. Let’s keep our focus and what we as the Church does best—to fight the good fight of faith; the battle against evil and darkness. It is Christ who is our hope and His sacrifice is the way to a healthy future.

Remember it is God’s righteousness (the mixture of faith and love) that is our protection, i.e., the breastplate of righteousness, that the Bible talks about—protecting our lungs and heart. This is what I would claim, pray for, and allow to work in our bodies. This is what Jesus would want me to do. May God bless you in your prayers and in your unity with others as we fight together!

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Dr. Steven J. Wentland www.wwjwmtd.com

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