Balanced Life Ministry

Home of the "Special Delivery" Book by James A. Harrison

  • Home
    • Prayer For America
    • About Us
    • Calendar
    • BLM – Directory
    • Testimonials
    • Feeds
  • Blog
  • Devotionals
    • Recent Messages
    • Daily Growth
    • BLM Archives
  • World Outreach
    • America
    • JGOM – India
    • Rwanda Congo
    • Ministry Membership
  • Spiritual Growth
    • Revelations
  • Categories
    • Daily Growth
    • Leadership Forum
    • Church Assistance
    • Spiritual Growth
    • Marriage
    • Raising Children
    • Divorce & Broken Homes
    • Economics & Finance
  • Contact
    • Contact & Request Form
    • Special Delivery Book
    • Donations
You are here: Home / Archives for fire

Clean Burn…

March 11, 2012 by admin 1 Comment

The hotter the fire the cleaner the burn. The colors within the flames of the fire display the elements within burn. Many individuals get stuck in the first stages of the burn without seeking the liquid that fuels the fire. The liquid fire is the Word of God that burns out the impurities in order to make something solid.

The outer realms of the fire can be sensed and felt causing many to get trapped on the outskirts of the fire rather than learning to walk through the fire to reach the other side. Within the Source of the Fire there is a magnificent glow that man can not look upon due to the brightness of the light. It can be felt within the marrow within our bones producing new blood cells for the body.

There is a major lesson in this to those with the eyes and ears to hear. There is much more to the fire than what meets the eye as we were taught this with Moses and with Jesus on the mountain of God. May you be encouraged this morning to walk through the fire in the Word to deepen your relationship in the Spirit of God and may the light of Jesus show you the Way.

If you would like to study this deeper here is a link to Fire & Flames which teaches the recognition of the elements within the flame. Some stages of the fire causes some to run due to the burn. Some stages cause other hide because they simply don’t want to face what is on the inside. While there are some that keep seeking to get closer to the Source of the fire. The closer we come, the more we shed and the flesh will begin to burn. May your spirit man AWAKEN as you listen to this song Hail The Lamb…

“For a relationship is built upon the Rock of love. For the flames of Jesus are pure and warming as they save our souls.”

James A. Harrison

http://balancedlifeministry.org

http://specialdeliverybook.com

Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Church Assistance, Daily Growth, Leadership Forum, Spiritual Growth Tagged With: clean burn, fire, God, hail the lamb, jesus, life, love, soul

Spiritual Fire…

March 5, 2012 by admin Leave a Comment

If you are on fire for the Lord and you meet someone in the darkness what would you expect to happen if you struck a match in front of their face? They will most often jump back but the question is will they return? Rather than striking a match to make them jump or feel uncomfortable allow them to simply feel the warmth from your heart which is the love of God reflecting through the light of Jesus Christ.

The love of God is what maintains the fire and the more we love Him the bigger the fire. This is where many people fail to understand what Jesus taught to the disciples in Matthew 10:16. He told them as they were going out to share the Good News, “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.”

In other words we should be wise to the spiritual maturity of the ones around us without blowing them away. We are to feed them God’s Word in love and allow the Spirit of Truth to draw them deeper into the well. There is a balance between the fire and water required in witnessing and in discipleship and this where many divisions have occurred .

For the fire without the Word is like a well without water and the deeper we dig in the well the more springs we can discover. The object is learning how to swim in the Word from the shallow end to the deep end without leaving anyone behind…amen

James A. Harrison

http://balancedlifeministry.org

http://specialdeliverybook.com

 

 

Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Church Assistance, Daily Growth, Leadership Forum, Raising Children, Spiritual Growth Tagged With: balance, fire, God, James Harrison, jesus, life, spiritual, water, well

Stay Encouraged!!!

February 14, 2012 by admin 6 Comments

Have you ever noticed how easy it is for us in our human nature to become complacent, feel stuck or simply give up? There are times in life that we either want to quit due to the climb or we become discouraged due to the obstacles in our path. Many times this occurs due to witnessing the lack of faith in others or for simply listening to the discouragement in someone else. But when we learn to change our focus from the world and then place our eyes & ears upon the Promises of God then He will ignite the fire that carries us forward as we learn to trust & obey.

The object is knowing that we are on the path that He leads and recognizing that this life is not a bed of roses. There is a reason and a purpose for the wilderness in life to teach and help prepare us for the destination ahead. May you be encouraged today to go the extra mile and to stay focused on the Promises of God!!!

“And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” Philippians 1:6

James A. Harrison

http://balancedlifeministry.org

http://specialdeliverybook.com

Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Church Assistance, Daily Growth, Divorce & Broken Homes, Leadership Forum, Marriage, Prison Support, Raising Children Tagged With: balanced, fire, God, James Harrison, jesus, life, promises, roses

The Process of Deliverance…

October 22, 2011 by admin 7 Comments

As we learn to walk with God and hear His voice we can discover that within this walk there is a process that takes place within this journey of life through the love of Jesus Christ. This process is called transformation. It was not the fire that transformed Moses but it was the Word of God that transformed his life and gave Him the direction to move forward. The fire was there to motivate his spirit and to give them the assurance of His presence through God’s love.

Experiencing the love of God is something beyond words and God gives us a glimpse of this through our children that we so love. It is the love of God that gives us the drive to move forward and it is the all consuming fire of God that burns out our iniquities without destroying the life within the bush or living plant that we are in God’s creation. Over the years many have missed the boat in deliverance ministry due to fallen short in discipleship. For there is a balance between fire and water due to the fire of God contains a mighty power that the human flesh can not handle for long periods of time due to the drain of our physical being.

Teaching the Word of God is vital in the process of deliverance in multiple ways and we learn this in the walk of Jesus as He taught the Word of God as the people were drawn to the well. To drink from the well of God is an experience we can’t explain but if we do not disciple through God’s love by teaching others how to discover the source on their own then we are not fulfilling the instruction of God.

Jesus teaches us in Matthew 12 about evil spirits when they are cast out. These same evil spirits go out into the desert looking for a place to reside but when they find no water then we better prepare for their return. Upon their return they often invite others due to the room within the house since it was swept clean. Think about it in this way! Have you ever witnessed a defeat but then as you went out you gathered others to assist you in return? This is the same principle that Jesus taught in spiritual warfare in Matthew 18 verses 15 and 16 but He was teaching in the light of the Truth and not in the darkness of Satan.

Deliverance of God is always handled in love and in grace to those that are being drawn by God to the well of Jesus. The Lord said in Jeremiah 31:3,”I have loved you with an
everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness,” and Jesus said in John 6:44,”For no one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them to me, and at
the last day I will raise them up.”There are many that seek healing and many that experience the fire power of God but without the understanding of His Word then we are spiritually vulnerable to Satan.

The Word of God teaches us to rethink our ways and it teaches us how to develop our spiritual senses between good and evil. Within this walk of life there is a process of shedding the old to receive the new and it is when we fail to take heed in God’s Word that we miss the narrow road that is right before us. As we are taught by God with Moses there is a balance between fire and water for without the fire it can become watered down and without the water the fire can burn us up. The road is narrow but a straight path for those with the eyes to see and the ears to hear but far too often like Pharaoh many fail to humble themselves as a child to receive God’s Word.

Within this message take note from the scripture of Matthew 12. For Jesus said the evil spirit goes out into the desert but finds no water so it returns to where it began. This teaches us in the spirit of the importance of staying in God’s Word which is the water that carries us forward by day to be warm and protected by night. Never become discouraged in your walk for when we learn to walk in the hand of God then He will show us the Way as we experience His promise in His Word.

May God draw each of you to the well of Jesus which is the living Word of God….

James A. Harrison

http://balancedlifeministry.org

http://specialdeliverybook.com

Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Church Assistance, Leadership Forum, Spiritual Growth, The Church Voice Tagged With: balance, fire, God, James Harrison, jesus, life, love, water

The Ramp In Hamilton, Alabama…

July 30, 2011 by admin 1 Comment

Over the past couple of years I have been following the Ramp in Hamilton, Alabama. The reason for this was the impact on the youth and witnessing the affects on immature Christians once they returned back to the watered down world. Another reason for this was for my own children and for my own responsibility as a father and man of God. I must admit in the very beginning I was skeptical and deeply concerned but now over time God has given me peace in understanding the Ramps current position and intention to edify the Kingdom of God. Within this understanding the Lord has shown me the importance of preparation and teaching obedience within the Word of God in order to maintain the fire within this watered down world. There is a Balance between fire and water and the Ramp is full of fire where many of the American churches have fallen into a trap of complacency as Eli without speaking the full gospel.

Here is a gentle warning for every parent or leader that is seeking the fire of God. Do any of you recall the rebuke upon James and John in asking about calling down the fire? The fire of God is an all consuming fire that does not destroy but is balanced by water in His love and mercy.  The Lord only sent the fire to to bring discipline and it is wise to know the difference between the fire in which we are seeking. As God taught us with Moses there was a reason that He led by cloud by day and fire by night but many without the spiritual eyes miss this lesson. For the Lord says,”Follow Jesus by day and I will keep you warm and protected by night.”

Think about it! A cloud is made up of H2O which is water and throughout the Word of God Jesus is referred to as living water, right? So, as we are taught in scripture to love thy neighbor as thyself and we are instructed to even love thy enemy this command is there not to bring division but unity. How we Honor others within our words and actions plainly shows in whom we serve and the part where I have found that the churches are slacking(not speaking of the Ramp) is the true teaching of the Word of God. Due to the lack of understanding within many leaders within the church and people in positions due to their popularity or for self recognition (like Eli’s children) this has left many of the youth in a discouraging situation when they  return from a rally on fire for God.

Another vital part to teach in the lesson of Moses is when to move and when not. This comes by being in tune with God and knowing His Word before we make a step. This lesson was taught with the Israelites after they conquered Jericho and ran out in their emotions only for some to lose their lives up ahead in Ai. Staying in tune with God requires self discipline and having the eyes to see and the ears to hear. As we speak of the fruits within the spirit of God there is another that is vital to teach and that is long suffering. Learning to trust in God when we are in bad situations are under unrighteous leadership is a vital lesson to comprehend. It is vital to understand that God despises rebellion but glows in our obedience as we learn to walk in His Word.

Why did Jesus tell the disciples before He sent them out in pairs to be wise as a serpent and gentle as a dove?  The reason for this is about spiritual warfare and how we are in this world but not of this world. When young Christians are on fire for God every believer should be behind them helping to fan the flames rather than smother them out, as well as the young need to understand the fermentation process of new wine in order to not explode. Learning to walk in this world and not be of this world is a process and without these children learning about the Balance within the the fire and the water of God then they are susceptible to dwindle out in this cold world.

Personally, I James seek the army of God and help train the special forces under His command. My passion comes from a controlled fire that is disciplined of when to ignite and when not with a special power source that comes as the breath of God blows upon the coals that are always ready to ignite. It is my prayer that every person within leadership receives this message in love to help prepare their flock for the before and after of what to expect as they attend the Ramp. For those parents in concern let me urge you to be ready to take your position as a parent and having a Godly home. A Godly home requires love and discipline along with time together as a family in the Word of God to magnify His name and what He is doing in your life.

We can all sit around and pick something out about someone else that brings division but when we learn to sit back in love and focus on Jesus is what will bring healing and unity to the body. For nothing was ever accomplished until there was one mind and one spirit as they learned to work together with the body of Christ. And”Woe To Thee” who tries to suppress the movement of God without looking below the surface to hear the heart of the message. It is time that we claim Victory in Jesus and begin to live our lives as God instructs! May God raise up anointed leaders in America that are willing to STAND up and proclaim HIS WORD without any fears for our children’s future generation….Amen

James A. Harrison

http://balancedlifeministry.org

http://specialdeliverybook.com

 

Filed Under: Balanced Life Ministry, Church Assistance, Leadership Forum, Raising Children, Spiritual Growth, The Church Voice Tagged With: america, balance, balanced, fire, God, hamilton alabama, jesus, life, love, ramp, the ramp

  • 1
  • 2
  • Next Page »

Search

America's Prayer...

America’s Prayer…

September 18, 2021 By admin Leave a Comment

http://balancedlifeministry.org

http://specialdeliverybook.com

pickwickoutpost

Moving Forward At The Outpost…

August 14, 2012 By admin Leave a Comment

The Lord recently led me from my daily writings at BLM, to living it out in faith, at a little place on the edge of the TN River called The Outpost located in Pickwick, TN.

[Read More…]

Be Inspired!

  • America’s Prayer…
  • Letter to America
  • Original or Reproduction???
  • Discipleship & Spiritual Recognition…
  • Moving Forward At The Outpost…
  • Daily Bread…

Share Your Opinion!

  • Jeff on Are You In A Spiritual Prison
  • Pamela on Are You In A Spiritual Prison
  • michele on Are You In A Spiritual Prison
  • Joshua Tilghman@Biblical interpretation on Dwelling In The Presence Of God…
  • admin on Discipleship & Spiritual Recognition…

Topics of Discussion

  • Abuse (60)
  • Balanced Life Ministry (643)
  • Church Assistance (386)
  • Daily Growth (577)
  • Divorce & Broken Homes (109)
  • Economics & Finance (91)
  • Featured (4)
  • Health & Nutrition (44)
  • India-JGOM (2)
  • Leadership Forum (425)
  • Marriage (172)
  • Poems (5)
  • Prison Support (69)
  • Prophecy & Dreams (30)
  • Raising Children (171)
  • Rwanda Congo (6)
  • Scriptures (80)
  • Spiritual Growth (283)
  • Spiritual Movie Reviews (16)
  • The Church Voice (96)

Spiritual Revelations

Don’t be like Eli in 1st Samuel and miss something that has been given by God. If you recall with Eli he did not listen because the Word of God was rare in those days and he did not recognize what was taking place until he saw the persistence of Samuel…

Read More ▸

Be Inspired!

  • America’s Prayer…
  • Letter to America
  • Original or Reproduction???
  • Discipleship & Spiritual Recognition…
  • Moving Forward At The Outpost…

Voice Your Opinion!

  • Jeff on Are You In A Spiritual Prison
  • Pamela on Are You In A Spiritual Prison
  • michele on Are You In A Spiritual Prison
  • Joshua Tilghman@Biblical interpretation on Dwelling In The Presence Of God…

Connect with Us!

FacebookButton

Search

Privacy Policy · Terms · Comment Policy

Un - Copyright © 2009–2023 · All Rights Reserved · Balanced Life Publications, LLC