… We have been made a spectacle to the whole universe, to angels as well as to men. (I Co 4:9b)
But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ … (II Co 2:14a)
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
2011 has been a year of uncertainties, ups and downs, natural disasters, nuclear crisis, and deficits in trillions, tyrant being executed – all out of the malice of the villain, stirring the world in great chaos!
On the New Year’s Eve, the last chapter of the Revelation brings a smile on our face at “ and there shall be no more curse” because ‘that bright and morning star’ is such a joy to our life.
For the past few months, God is inspiring me in two aspects: as much as life is a tough battle, it is also a great spectacle!
While resting in sickness, I keep my father company in watching Justice BAO Qing Tian/包青天. It is all about injustice in life and man has no way out in finding justice. It is a spectacle with great tension, attracting the audience to chase after what next, seeing how vengeance is made, righteousness is fulfilled. 42 chapters in the Book of Job are all about life is not fair. Large part of the Book of Revelation is about the world being oppressed under the shadow of the red dragon…
But we all have God of Justice above us, our prayer to Him is like hitting the drum to be heard, interceding for the church and fellow saints who are suffering! Let’s exercise the heavenly power on earth to bring forth peace and justice.
Do not faint in faith no matter how rough this life! The wicked will be punished and the heaven will become clear again. A greater show is yet to come. (Rev 19-20)
Last but not least, let me share with you a story in ancient history as a mutual encouragement to one another. Among the many brave warriors in the Roman Empire, The First Italian Legion was the most valiant. Under siege of enemies on four sides, they did not lose heart to retreat but stood fast in safeguarding the fortress instead. They fought back, driving the enemies all the way to River Danube. They did not take in a remote little town lightly and persevered to protect the fellow citizens. In the harsh winter, they fought tirelessly for two years in the deep forest, went far off to fight the brutal Parthians, conquering their capital!
In 88A.D., 9 great alien legions rallied to attack the First Italian Legion. Brave as they were, they defeated them in all directions, imprinting a great reputation in history as “Army of Alexander the Great!” (Ref Ephesians 6)
On the eve of the New Year 2012, let us rally as First Legion of the Heavenly Army! Follow leadership of the Eternal King, covered by the precious blood of Jesus, the Lord Almighty, exalting name of Christ to chant triumph like roaring thunder, we shake hade of darkness, we cause the enemies to tremble in fear! Tonight, a time to celebrate victory, a time to commit to fight!
– your brother, Sam KONG/瑞榮
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