Jim Torres “Towers”

Apostasy Big Time :: by Jim Torres “Towers”

Published on: by RR2

Today, there is apostasy in the church big time. Not only is there apostasy, but outright hypocrisy as well. I hope you’re not involved in any way with that kind of church. We are all going to have to face judgment one day in the not too distant future and surely you want to hear Christ Jesus say, “Well done thou good and faithful servant,” not “What were you thinking?”

The emergent church comes to mind when one thinks of apostasy. They preach the prosperity message and meet with one world advocates to subjugate the masses. They even believe that Allah and the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob are one and the same! It’s a good bet that they don’t know what the bible says on that matter and that, at their own peril.

I’ll leave it to God to deal with those charlatans. My concern is with those who don’t know any better. Those who have yet to hear of God’s loving grace in Christ Jesus and not having been exposed to Biblical truths. These poor people grope around blindly for a reason for being, and are unwittingly being led away by cults, new age philosophies, gurus, and self-seeking messiahs.

I’m just about to name the names of some of these charlatans, liars and wolves in sheep’s clothing so that some unsuspecting person won’t fall prey to their schemes and lies. I’ve dealt with my share. It’s heartbreaking to know that a so-called brother or sister is capable of deceit, but hey, maybe they’re only a cultural Christian, or maybe they are just a misguided “religious” person.

Most of these people possess no humility, virtue or morality. You can know them by their fruits, which are avarice, deceit, and pomposity; not joy, peace and longsuffering and telling the truth.

Everyone is different and we should thank God for that.  We can often come up with different conclusions about what a certain Bible verse means, but there are certain principles and laws that can’t be misinterpreted. (We also know how deceitful that inner voice can be.)  Times a wasting and we can’t be pussy footing around anymore, trying to please everyone.

Some are going to be offended no matter what you do or say. Just know what you believe. And what you believe should correlate with Holy Scripture not hearsay or false assumptions. If you are going to be an effective Soldier of the Cross you must know the Word of God. “Study to show yourself approved, rightly dividing the Word of God.”

I can remember once interfering with a Jehovah’s Witness who was witnessing his brand of faith to an impressionable young man at a bus stop. I approached the two people, addressing the JW, I began using these Bible verses to quench the evil being perpetrated on this ignorant and vulnerable young man.

Jesus said. “I am the Way, the truth and the life and no man comes to the Father but by me.” And, “There is no other name under heaven, given among men, whereby you must be saved.”  The Jehovah’s Witness walked away in a huff not knowing how to respond and continued to talk to the young man, who listened intently. I just can’t for the life of me be politically correct or apathetic. Peoples’ lives are literally at stake!

Speaking of evil doers; television and movies are coming out with a no–holds barred mentality with their all too often trashy entertainment. It’s hard to find a good movie.

I went to a meeting last night with some people who claim to be a Christian organization. The speaker was a “famous” and charming television actor who was being sponsored by this so-called family friendly Christian organization. The program consisted of a couple of films with the famous “Christian” actor in the lead of both.

The first was an excerpt of some proposed television series. It was a rehashed Three and a half men, with a lot of sexual innuendo. Our Christian hero portrayed a lady’s man with sex on the brain throughout the entire thing, and although the writers were quick with a raunchy joke, it had absolutely no redeeming value. There were even a number of children in the audience. (Notice how I held off naming names. Thank God for the Holy Spirit who still resides in every true believer in Christ Jesus.)

By the way; I recently viewed a movie written and directed by Angelo Pizzo titled  My All American, and I can honestly say (I’m not a football fan) that it was an excellent movie, a true family-friendly one with not one curse word and plenty of action. It is the true story of college football great Freddy Steinmark. This film had it all;  except the gratuitous sex scene. This writer/ director is a true artist. The lighting, the dialogue, the music and the editing were all exceptional.

Pizzo also wrote and directed the Hoosiers with Gene Hackman, one of my all time favorite actors. If you are looking for a good movie, with true family values, I highly recommend My All American by Angelo Pizzo.

YBIC

Jim Torres “Towers”  jtfilmaker@yahoo.com and www.theprophecies2016movie

Where Is the “Restrainer” :: by Jim Torres “Towers”

Published on: by RR2

Things are getting so out of whack in our world that one has to ask, “Where is the restrainer?

The Holy Scriptures tell us that one day the restrainer will be taken out of the way to usher in the time of tribulation. With all that’s going on in the world today, it could be that the restrainer has packed His bags and is leaving us to our own devices.

All indications are that many people today have been allowed to cultivate a reprobate mind, and we are ALL reaping the results. Today, people think nothing of lying, cheating, stealing and committing sexual sin, while others go about killing their fellow man indiscriminately, going so far as burning and crucifying them alive!

Out on the streets crime is rampant and people are afraid to go out at night, afraid of being robbed of what little they have. I recently read that Prozac, other prescription drugs and illegal drugs were up 400% to calm the anxiety that plagues society.

All too often women act like men and men act like women. Take for example the confused poor soul named Bill who became a transvestite and now calls himself “Susie.” You get the picture I’m sure. Not only that, but these same transvestites and pedophiles want to share the public bathroom with you and your children. Both of these entities are predisposed to a reprobate mind. Today, they try to force us to wallow in their mosh-pit of depravity.

On top of all that, it is reported that suicides have increased by thirty percent in the past three years, with pre-teen girls having the highest mortality rate, followed by teen-aged boys and young women. Is it because they’ve been denied the hope and stability that comes only from knowing Jesus Christ? Idols are toppling left and right and dying before the eyes of their adoring fans, and they have nothing else to cling to.

Today it was revealed that some people in high places want four-year olds to decide whether they want to be boys or girls. This news begs the question: “Have those who reject God in every conceivable way been given over to a reprobate mind?” You tell me.

To cap it all, even the plagues and diseases are becoming more virulent; things like Zika, drug resistant Gonorrhea, rat epidemics and extreme drought in India and on and on…

Jesus said that just before His return the terminal generation would live to see these events happen, and that there would be signs and wonders and portents in the skies.

By the way, the movie God is not Dead 2 takes over where God is not Dead 1 left off, with the writers and producers becoming ever bolder about sharing the gospel message. The only things that troubled me were trivial, and that was the short skirts and shorts worn by the females in the movie.

Apparently the wardrobe department thought that this would make the movie more true to life, and, indeed, it did. However, as Christians should know, the Bible admonishes women to dress modestly. If the Christian teacher character in the movie knew her Bible, she wouldn’t be dressed in such a way.

The pastor in the movie needs a haircut, or needs to buy a comb and wash his hair. His appearance was that of a bum. Insofar as the band members are concerned, these guys look like drug addicts, with the lead singer making you wonder what planet he’s from.

Jesus and the Apostles never resorted to political correctness, trickery or to emulating sinners. Maybe I’m old fashioned, but hey, that’s just me. Other than that, the movie was okay, but much like preaching to the choir. Sorry to say, there weren’t many people in attendance besides the church “choir.” I don’t expect it to stay in the theatres very long.

YBIC

Jim Torres “Towers” jt.filmmaker@yahoo.com