Did you know that there are multiple ways to experience the healing power of the Holy Spirit? Many people focus on only one or two of these ways. Those seeking healing often overlook the significant avenue of “Giving Thanks” as a means to receive healing. Many of us, including myself, typically ask others to pray for us and have someone lay hands on us, as taught in the Bible. However, perhaps the Holy Spirit wants to utilize a different approach.
I Thessalonians 5:18 TPT, tells us, “And in the midst of everything be always giving thanks, for this is God’s perfect plan for you in Christ Jesus.”
In 2018, I had the honor of inviting Gerald Derstine, a general in the faith, to share his wisdom at Kingdom Gate Worship Center. At 90 years old, he appeared to be in excellent health. As we sat together in the green room before the service, Gerald shared a powerful testimony with me. He said, “Ken, I feel better now than 10 years ago.” I was taken aback and asked, “How can you feel better at 90 than you did at 80?” He went on to explain that ten years ago, he had struggled with severe arthritis in his hips and back, which made every step a painful endeavor. His story of overcoming such difficulties was truly inspiring.
Gerald said, “I went to the Lord and asked why I wasn’t being healed. Holy Spirit told me that it was because I wasn’t giving thanks. I told my wife, Buelah, that if she heard me praising and thanking the Lord instead of complaining, I was following the Holy Spirit’s counsel. So, I began to worship, praising, and thanking the Lord even in the midst of my suffering. Two days later, I was healed. My expressions of gratitude to the Lord turned into declarations of faith, which led to my recovery from debilitating arthritis.
If you read 1 Thessalonians 5:18 again, it says, “In everything, give thanks.” This doesn’t mean we thank God for the problems, sickness, or disease. It means that while we are in it, we should give thanks to our Lord as we walk toward our healing.
Expressing gratitude to the Lord for our healing, deliverance, blessings, prosperity, and the salvation of loved ones and friends is a powerful declaration of faith. It’s a way of saying, “Father, we thank you in advance for all that we are grateful for. Lord, I thank you for healing me. Father, I praise you for saving my children.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18 TPT, “And in the midst of everything be always giving thanks, for this is God’s perfect plan for you in Christ Jesus.”
Today is your day to fulfill His perfect plan; give Him thanks. Behold the works of our Lord manifest in you and for you.
Pantheism-Worship of the Universe-a false god. By: Ken Malone
I have heard of those who acknowledge or pray to the universe. Some have devoted themselves to praying and worshipping the universe. For them, the universe is their god.
In the year 2000 I encountered a man who said, I/we should worship the sun. His premise was that the sun provides everything we need: warmth, seasons, etc. He said if the sun did not exist, we would die. My answer to him was, that the God of creation, put the sun into place and set the times, seasons, etc. “No, no, no,” he said. The sun is our God. My answer remained the same. Yahweh created the universe. We are a part of that universe, but we worship the creator of the cosmos through Jesus, His Son. He began to get angry because I kept refusing his reprobate mindset. For those who acknowledge, worship, and pray to the universe, you have forsaken the Father of creation, His son Jesus, and Holy Spirit.
This type of worship and prayer to the universe dates back thousands of years, but its roots are in paganism, not Christ.
Pantheism is the term used for those who practice praying to and worshipping the universe. This is the Greek word derived from the demon god Pan (paen) and thesis. Thus the worship of pan, the god of nature, lust, bestiality, homosexuality, adultery, debauchery and anything goes lifestyle. Pantheist belief does not recognize a distinct personal god, anthropomorphic or otherwise, but instead characterizes a broad range of doctrines differing in forms of relationships between reality and divinity.
Scientology, started by L Ron Hubbard and based in Clearwater Florida is a form of Pantheism. Hubbard makes this statement about scientology, (3) “No culture in the history of the world, save the thoroughly depraved ones, has failed to affirm the existence of a Supreme Being. It is an empirical observation that men without a strong and lasting faith in a Supreme Being are less capable, less ethical and less valuable to themselves and society.” Nonetheless, the church does not prescribe specific teachings about God but instead concentrates on helping its members to realize their inherent spiritual essence and abilities.
It’s time for you to reject Pantheism. This is not who you are. You’re not Pantheist. You are a child of the Creator and His son Jesus Christ is you Lord and Savior. So come on home to the Father through Jesus Christ, His son.
If, for some reason, you have fallen into this trap and desire to get out, pray this:
Father, my heart yearns to be in Your presence. Forgive me for worshipping a false demon god. I renounce all influence of pantheism and universalism in my life. It not longer has a place in me. I return to you today through faith in Jesus Christ. I declare this so, in Yeshua’s name.
Ephesians 6:10-13 NKJV, Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
Ephesians 6:10-13 TPT, Now my beloved ones, I have saved these most important truths for last: Be supernaturally infused with strength through your life-union with the Lord Jesus. Stand victorious with the force of his explosive power flowing in and through you. 11 Put on God’s complete set of armor provided for us, so that you will be protected as you fight against the evil strategies of the accuser! 12 Your hand-to-hand combat is not with human beings, but with the highest principalities and authorities operating in rebellion under the heavenly realms. For they are a powerful class of demon-gods and evil spirits that hold this dark world in bondage. 13 Because of this, you must wear all the armor that God provides so you’re protected as you confront the slanderer, for you are destined for all things and will rise victorious.
“Recently, I had a profound realization about the battle between the physical and spiritual realms. On April 6, 2024, I was in Marathon, FL, spearheading a prayer strike to banish the spirit of Pan. Despite facing significant resistance from some pastors and intercessors, we persisted in our mission. And while most refused to offer their support, one courageous pastor came forward and joined our cause, admitting that he had initially considered not helping. It was a challenging experience, but one that ultimately reinforced my unwavering faith and determination.” We feel strongly that the spirit of Pan was displaced in Florida and the nation.
I mused over how much we wrestle with one another and not with the enemy.
We wrestle over:
Which translation of the bible is correct?
Doctrine
Personality
Church against Church
Pastor opposing Pastors, Apostle against apostle, prophet against prophet.
Some preachers who oppose revival.
Intercessor against Intercessor
Conflict between brothers and sisters
Many who oppose Genesis 1:26-28 mandate of taking dominion.
These are just a few of the many things the enemy uses to separate us.
Rev. 12:11 TPT, They conquered him (the dragon) completely through the blood of the Lamb and the powerful word of his testimony. They triumphed because they did not love and cling to their own lives, even when faced with death.
1 Corinthians 1:1 Paul, called as an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God…
2 Corinthians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God
Galatians 1:1 Paul, an apostle (not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father who raised Him from the dead)
It is worth noting that although Paul did possess the gifting of an apostle, he never referred to himself as “Apostle Paul.” Have you noticed how some individuals take on titles that they don’t actually deserve? It’s particularly concerning when people who excel in one area falsely claim expertise in another. For instance, I’ve seen intercessors who have taken on the title of Apostle, despite lacking the necessary gifting. This type of behavior is misleading and can lead to confusion and disillusionment. It’s important that we honor individuals for the unique gifting they possess, rather than trying to inflate their importance with false titles.
In this day and age, we are blessed to have true apostles among us, but unfortunately, there are also those who are false. However, this is not a new issue. In fact, even the Lord himself addressed this within the church of Ephesus. As stated in Revelation 2:2, the Lord said, “I know your deeds, your toil and perseverance, and that you cannot tolerate evil men. You put to the test those who call themselves apostles, and they are not. You found them to be false.”
Let us take this as a reminder to be vigilant and discerning when it comes to those who claim to be apostles. We must put them to the test and ensure their authenticity. Only then can we be certain that we are following the true apostles who are sent by the Lord.
May we all have the wisdom and discernment to recognize the true from the false, and may we always follow the path that leads us closer to the Lord and not a title.
A Church in South Florida
Years ago, I spoke in a church in South Florida. Everyone in the church had a title. There were many who called themselves Pastor, others Apostle, some Prophets, many had Evangelist others Missionary and on and on.
“I was quite annoyed at how nonchalantly people were using their titles. When I went up to the pulpit, I greeted everyone and then made a statement, “I notice that all of you have a title. It’s okay to have a title if you can prove that you have the qualities and achievements that come with that title. So, if you claim to be a prophet, read my thoughts and prophesy to me. And if you call yourself an evangelist, show me the fruits of your evangelism. Where are the souls that you have led to the Lord?” Of course, no one came forward to respond.”
It is evident that some intercessors have assumed the titles of Apostle and Prophet without possessing the requisite authority and fruit that these gifts demand. This is an issue that cannot be overlooked, and we must address it head-on. It is essential to recognize the importance of authenticity and humility in exercising these roles and gifts, and I am confident that as a community, we can strive towards embodying these values and serving one another with excellence.
There are some individuals who use titles to flaunt their importance and feel entitled. Even though they carry the title of Pastor, they do not take care of their congregation. Over the years, I have observed that many of these people are bullies instead of servants.
When asked about the name to use for addressing me, I politely responded with my given name, Ken. However, I humbly requested that if a title must be given, kindly refrain from using the term “pastor”. I then cordially explained my unique abilities and the nature of my service.
We’re Called to Serve
The word of God boldly proclaims in Acts 10:38 that Jesus healed all who were oppressed by the devil and spent his time doing good. It’s easy to imagine him lending a helping hand to a widow, spending time with sinners, and even cooking meals for his disciples. As followers of Christ, we are called to serve and make a positive impact on the lives of those around us. Let’s confidently embrace this calling, serving the Lord and our fellow human beings with the same unwavering commitment and purpose that Jesus demonstrated.
The five-fold gifting is a great power that has been bestowed upon us, and with great power comes great responsibility. It is our duty to let go of any sense of entitlement and instead channel our gifts towards serving the body of Christ and society at large. Our selfless efforts can make a significant difference in the world, and we cannot afford to ignore this calling.
Let us come together and pledge to continue working towards the betterment of our community. Remember, the true measure of our greatness lies not in what we achieve for ourselves, but what we do for others.
Heavenly Father, fill our hearts with Your love and passion. Let our desire be to love and serve You and our fellow man. Take away our stony heart and give us Your heart.
Today I make a declaration of faith to You that I will not casually pick up a title but my heart will be to serve. I pray this is the name of Your son, Yeshua.
Alignment. It’s a word I had never heard of or used in the Church until the year 2000. Before that time, I had only used the word in relation to mechanics. I had heard of front-end alignment, in which you align the front end of your car, to help your tires wear evenly. Today they even have four-wheel alignment. I had also heard the expression, “when the stars align” and the alignment of two points.
When I was eleven years old, I went to work for my granddad, Esker Malone. My granddad owned a full-service gas station. He trained me in the skills of operating a full-service gas station. He aligned me with his skills. At sixteen, I went to work with my dad at his mechanic shop. He began to train me in his skills of repairing a car. I caught on quickly. At the age of sixteen, I built a dune buggy out of a Volkswagen Beetle. I rebuilt motors, tuned up cars, changed wheel bearings, etc. At this young age, I was always learning new skills when it came to the automobile.
In 1976, I gave my heart and life to our Lord Jesus Christ. I didn’t know it, but Holy Spirit had dropped the plumbline of redemption in my heart. It was then my choice to align with Him or to continue to go my own way. I aligned with Him. While serving our Lord in Alabama, I was not certain where Yahweh was taking me. The fire of the Lord filled my heart with passion for Him. I read the bible and learned that prayer was a necessary lifestyle if you are going to pursue Him. I prayed, led worship, and began to preach the gospel of the Kingdom.
Each move we made, every decision we followed through on, every holy nudge we embraced, and each divine appointment aligned us with His plan.
It wasn’t long before I felt the drawing of Holy Spirit to go full-time in the ministry and in 1984, we stepped out in faith. Moving to Montgomery Alabama, and becoming the pastor at Abundant Life Church. This was a very strong training ground. At 28 years old with a wife and four kids, I had a lot of zeal and revelation, but no wisdom to go along with the zeal, which was challenging. The four years I was there were filled with trials, testing, more trials, and more testing. Almost the entire time I was there, I wondered, “Did I miss God? Why is it so hard?” Through the years, I’ve discovered that each time you go to a new assignment (re-align,) you are tested. Will you go back to where you came from? Will you quit?
Labor Day 1988
On Labor Day 1988, we moved to Florida to continue the work of the Kingdom of God. The testing followed me. I didn’t know this was a part of my Heavenly Father’s process to refine me and to keep me in alignment. When seeking God, I said, “Lord get me out of Florida. It’s too hard.” Holy Spirit would say, “You’re going to be here a LONGGGGG time. My heart sank. “Why is it so difficult?” My mind wandered to a conversation that my grandmother, a preacher’s daughter, had with Cheryl and I. She had told me how hard she and her family had it when she was growing up. My great-grandfather was a Methodist Preacher. Grandmother said, “Don’t do it! You will be poor. You have a good job at the paper mill. Don’t give it up.” This is the place that many come to and reason because it’s so hard, it must not be the will of God. To the contrary. You’re being tested. Will you align with Him, His Plan or go home?
In the Church, we’ve not been taught how to sit with the refiner. We’ve not learned that we are to endure hardness. 2 Timothy 2:3-5 NKJV, You, therefore, must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 4 No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier. 5 And also if anyone competes in athletics, he is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.
In 2000 I began to run with those who were using the word alignment. The first message I ever heard Dutch Sheets share was in 2000. He preached a word he called, “The Divine Shift.” He was teaching how the Lord is re-aligning His body for Kingdom purposes. When I heard this word, my heart made another important re-alignment, to fulfill all that Yahweh had in store for Cheryl and I. Peter Wagner, Chuck Pierce, Jim Hodges, Cindy Jacobs and a number of others talk about alignment. Whenever someone used the word alignment, my ears perked up and still do today. It’s pretty much a buzzword today in and outside the body of Christ.
Declared With Authority
Those I heard declare the word of alignment, did so with such authority and passion, that you knew it was a word from them the Lord. Every time I heard the word, “ALIGN,” My heart would awaken and movement toward His plans would take place.
It was also in 2000 that I unpacked my emotional bags and decided I would stay in Florida for the rest of my life. When I did, Yahweh supernaturally married Cheryl and I to Florida. I Love every square inch of our state.
From 2000-2008, I was constantly in a cycle of realignment. Things were changing. For the first time, I was content with being in Florida. When Yahweh married us to Florida, everything began to improve. I no longer had to work two jobs. This marriage to Florida was a tremendous blessing. I began to travel across the state, and all was well.
The trials still come, but I now know how to abide in Christ. John 15:5-8 NKJV, Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. 5 “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. 6 If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw them into the fire, and they are burned. 7 If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. 8 By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples.
Apostolic Alignment—Learning to align with a gift, I thought no longer existed.
In 1999 while on a mission trip on the island of Eleuthera, I hear Holy say, I’m shifting you to the gift of Apostle. I wasn’t sure about this. I heard that Apostles were missionaries were overseas. The only overseas work I wanted to do was a Mediterranean Cruise. Like Jonah, I ran from this call because I did not understand this type of alignment. So I placed this word on the shelf of forgetfulness. (This is where many of our prophetic words go to collect dust or die.)
In 2000, Cheryl and I were in Miami, along with leaders from the church we led. Cindy Jacobs and Dutch Sheets were hosting a Glory Fire Conference. At that time, I did not know Cindy and we had just met Dutch a few months before. Cindy calls Cheryl and I out of 1000 people. She was very cordial and kind. Who are you? Where are you from, what do you do,” she asked? I shared who we are. Cindy then gets this look that most prophets get when they are about to give you and word. She prophesied, “The Lord has place upon you the mantle of an apostle, but you have resisted this. Now resist no more. Suddenly a 3-way conversation is going on. As Cindy is prophesying to us, I say to the Lord, “No I didn’t.” He says, “Yes you did.” “How?” was my reply. He said, “because you did nothing with the word, I gave you.” I REPENTED.
It’s time to engage. I looked at Cheryl and said, “Let’s spend the rest of our lives pursuing our Lord and His plans, regardless of the cost.” She agreed.
I bought every book I could find on the Apostle. If it had apostle in the title, I bought it. Out of 100 books I bought, only 25 were helpful. I read everything on this subject I could.
The greatest thing I did during this major shift was to align myself with other apostles. Iron sharpens iron. I need to be around others who are apostles. I came into strong alignment with Dutch Sheets.
I showed up where he was speaking. Made many trips to Colorado Springs to be with him. Then I began to serve him in whatever manner I could. If it was toting his suitcase, pick him up at the airport, grabbing a meal for him, I did it. The relationship began to grow and now 23 years later, we still run together.
My authority level went off the chain. Our ministry began to grow. Our finances grew. I began to really understand what I was made for. Jesus didn’t die, just to take you and I to heaven. He died so that I could discover life in Him and walk that out. It happened in 2000 and it’s happening today.
For those wanting to grow in ministry, the best advice I can give you is, align yourself with God’s plan, then align yourself with an apostle.
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