Compassionate Action

Luke 10:37 (nkjv) And he said, “He who showed mercy on him.” Then Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

Thieves do what they do best; steal, hurt and leave to people to die. There was a man who fell among dedicated thieves (Luke 10:30-37) and experienced excruciating pain and near death. The thief only cares for himself to the point he will leave anyone to die. That is the devils way of life.BUt I thank God for always sending someone willing to extend real compassion, and act selflessly.

Many are willing to justify themselves, but few are willing to bandage the wounds of the hurting.

As I was reading this, I wondered; “How often do we try to justify ourselves by looking successful, doing well and journeying along the way, simply passing by the ONE by?”

Jesus doesn’t complicate matters; He simplifies them to help others naturally and supernaturally. It does not matter the economic situation, ethnical background, social status or location you are in, God wants to do something spectacular though you for someone else NOW. People get stuck on the outside appearance and talk themselves out of being used of God. 

Jesus speaks NOW, GO show (DEMONSTRATE GODS LOVE) mercy on someone who the devil has stolen from and has left to die.

It doesn’t take long for someone to fall in love with Jesus after they have truly been shown compassion.  When the heart is softened by compassion it opens to the Kingdom of God. You must offer Salvation to them, in all it benefits, and be willing to lay your life down for someone else. Be willing to bandage the wounds of the broken and abused, pour Gods refreshing oil and pure holy wine over the hurt and pain and pray for revival and healing.

Mercy extends out so far, that it is open to the ridicule of others for the sake of a promising transformational touch. Mercy is willing to take the time and invest life to the dying.

A person rarely surrenders their life to God without being extended mercy and grace. The Holy Spirit has us on a mission at Lets Go Ministry. We are called to go into all the earth and be compassionate, preaching the Gospel to everyone who will listen and watching God amaze us with His power. This ministry work God has entrusted us with means nothing if we are not faithful to this powerful concept of compassion.  

Will this take time out of your day you were not planning for? YES. Is it worth every moment? YES. Will it be uncomfortable? YES … You cannot imagine the blessing God pours out unless you enter it by faith.

May God bless you abundantly in JESUS name!

LOVE - JED LINDSTROM

Tested by Cross Fire

Last night I had a dream, which I felt urgent to write about. I went to bed very peaceful, and with what I would say a blissful smile. When I have dreams, I take them seriously. I do not claim to be a dream interpreter, I just take them as they are and ask God to help me understand them. I know dreams are very significant on many levels and we see this throughout scripture too.  This dream was full of suspense, drama and encouragement.Here it is:

DREAM: “It was a late night, after a packed day, and I was walking home with some friends I had been working with. As we were walking, it came to our attention that we were being followed. It took us a minute to realize we were in possible danger. As we continued to walk faster our hearts palpitated as the intensity grew moment by moment until we arrived home. As we entered the house, we knew we were safe, but we still watched closely outside to be sure no one was lurking around. Creepy, yes, of course, but I must say the dream got more intense.

The house we were in was very large, 3 levels and many rooms. It was only 4 of us inside of the home. As we settled down for the night, and began to get rested up, we heard a loud crash downstairs. We got together and began to look around, but did not see anyone inside the home. After that we all got together, and prayed, one of my friends mentioned to me that they felt I was personally in danger. As I felt cornered in this room, even after the prayer, the urgency to respond rose in my heart. I knew I needed to do something. 

With the feeling of my life at risk, and with the feeling of death near, part of me wanted to hide; but there was a surge of power on the inside of me that began to stir up. Faith inside me said, I am not going to die, my life is not over. I will not lie here and take an assault to my death! 

The thought of death was next to paralyzing my movement. I was thinking about my life flashing before my eyes, and my friends with me. Unexpectedly,  2 men, fully armed came rushing in attack. Without even thinking and surged toward them in counter attack, and I spoke these words: murdering spirit, I command you lose your power now in Jesus name and I take authority over you and any plans you have against me in Jesus name and I plunder your work here it is finished! I quickly rushed the two men and I disarmed them of all their weapons; they kept on pulling new weapons out and as fast as they brought them out, I demolished them and all their power and they ran off squealing like little piggies.

These were mighty men, strong and armed like I have never seen before. It was delightful to see how God stirred my heart and revealed exactly what to say and do to be victorious in a very deadly situation. Even as I struggled in the fight, one of the others with me stayed and watched and the others escaped outside witnessing the men running out.”

Then this word came to me: “You must focus, and do nothing outside of what I speak, and lead you to do; everything else is meaningless, and will detract you from My best for your life. It is not about how much you do, its about doing what I called you to. You are a soul winner, go after it with vigor and wisdom, hold nothing back, preach the Gospel how I have revealed Myself to you”

When I woke up from the dream, I felt encouraged. The suspense of the dream and the reality of the attack settled on me. There is a real battle, and we need to wake up to the urgency of the hour now. We cannot sit back and allow the enemy to murder our destiny right before our eyes. We must respond, just as is fitting in the word. 

When we truly desire to follow Jesus, the enemy attacks like wild fire against that plan, but greater is He that is within us than he that is in the world. There is no real profit in temporal gain, there is real satisfaction in eternal investments. We are tested by the crossfire of the enemy, to see where our faith and trust is.

Matt 16:24-28 (NKJV) “Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me. For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. For what profit is it to a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul? For the Son of Man will come in the glory of His Father with His angels, and then He will reward each according to his works. “Assuredly, I say to you, there are some standing here who shall not taste death till they see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom.”

Tested by crossfire

By: Jed Lindstrom

12.30.12

Answered the Call

We as a family have answered the call of God on our life. We know it is God who is blessing us as a family and as a ministry, and we give God the glory for everything He continues to do. It is only going to get sweeter as the days come.

We have no regrets, no shame or guilt, no fear and no confusion at all. It is clear to us, that we are to serve the Lord. Each day brings new opportunities, challenges and needs, all of which drive us to pray, seek the Lord and His direction. We believe is fitting for a child of God to take all before His throne of grace, boldly and humbly.

We know to seek FIRST the KINGDOM OF GOD and HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS to see clear. We will be taken care of. We know how to be content both with much and with little. As we make room for Gods blessing each day, we die to self, so that His plan can live. It is the desire of the Lindstrom family, to serve the Lord God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength. To love God and to love others.

We are ready with The Message. Dont have any regrets, shame, guilt or confusion with how you and your family are to serve the Lord. If you have answered the CALL of God on your life, know that He is with you, working on your behalf. Dont look back, move in faith. The Lord will make clear the path before you, look to Him.

Days are coming when you may be flooded with "good intentions" and "much good deeds", but be careful to only do what He places before you. Dont Waste time, plant well, and watch God bring the increase.

 

Testimony to share

 

This video was shot in Orlando Florida. A close friend of mine had it on his heart to make a video for me, to highlight the work of God in my life. When he brought it up to me, i was blessed immediately, and of course said yes. Over 900 people have seen this within 6 months. Watch, enjoy and share.