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Hello Friends, What a blessing to share another month with you. The Lord has been adding to our BTLM world-wide family on a weekly basis. We’ve been blessed to receive calls from various parts of the U.S. and abroad. Recently, we spoke with a dear Sister in England who was thrilled to view “Behold the Lamb Presents” via 3ABN. She requested the five-part se- ries, “Addressing the Power of the Holy Spirit.” As we spoke, she shared with us how she invests her time and money in spreading God’s Word in any way possi- ble. So we were thrilled to send her sev- eral of our monthly messages to copy over, and over, again to give away as the Lord directs. What a privilege to have such timely messages available in DVD/CD format. So often in today’s so- ciety, a person is much more likely to view a program than to read a book. We love any form of media that will touch a heart for the Lord! We hope that everyone will follow her lead in sharing these monthly messages you receive from BTLM with your friends, family, or perhaps as a free gift in an office lobby. Just give them away as the Lord directs in opening doors for you. You never know just how a life may be effort. Last month, Pastor Kenny and Sister Chris were privileged to be called to minister in Colten, California, at an Adventist Church lead by Pastors, Harold Cortez and William Farmer. Friends, we were so blessed by the presence of the Holy Spirit that those meetings were concluded with 7 souls baptized in the name of our Precious Lord and Savior, Jesus. And virtually all whom were pre- sent rededicated their hearts and lives to Christ in one form or another. It is ex- periences like these that bring so much hope for the future when, “God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away...I will make all things new...I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.” Revelation 21:3-5. Friends, some day, if we remain faithful, we will dwell forever in the presence of God; filled with His Spirit and full of His joy, peace, and eternal happiness. Romans verifies this thought in chapter 14 and verse 17 where we read, “The kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but joy in the Holy Ghost.” As never before, we need the indwelling of God’s spirit to receive these promised Heavenly gifts— to mold and keep us steadfast in the im- age of Christ! Our goal in this life must be to have more of Jesus and less of the world. The more we study, the more immanent is our conviction that time is short, and that we must be aroused from our spiritual sleepiness and become truly serious with our relationship with God and the work of evangelism all are to be a part of in one form or another. In Letter 12, 1886, Mrs. White wrote, “Our people have been regarded as too insignificant to be worthy of notice, but a change will come; the movements are now being made. The Christian world is now making movements which will nec- essarily bring the commandment- keeping people to notice. There is a daily suppression of God’s truth for the theories and false doctrines of human origin. There are plans and movements being set on foot to enslave the con- sciences of those who would be loyal to God. The law-making powers will be against God’s people. Every soul will be tested. O that we would as a people be wise for ourselves and by precept and example import that wisdom to our chil- dren! Every position of our faith will be searched into, and if we are not

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Page 1: Hello Friends, effort. Last month, Pastor Kenny and ... 2011[1].pdf · Hello Friends, What a blessing to share another month with you. The Lord has been adding to our BTLM world-wide

Hello Friends,What a blessing to share another month with you. The Lord has been adding to our BTLM world-wide family on a weekly basis. We’ve been blessed to receive calls from various parts of the U.S. and abroad. Recently, we spoke with a dear Sister in England who was thrilled to view “Behold the Lamb Presents” via 3ABN. She requested the five-part se-ries, “Addressing the Power of the Holy Spirit.” As we spoke, she shared with us how she invests her time and money in spreading God’s Word in any way possi-ble. So we were thrilled to send her sev-eral of our monthly messages to copy over, and over, again to give away as the Lord directs. What a privilege to have such timely messages available in DVD/CD format. So often in today’s so-ciety, a person is much more likely to view a program than to read a book. We love any form of media that will touch a heart for the Lord! We hope that everyone will follow her lead in sharing these monthly messages you receive from BTLM with your friends, family, or perhaps as a free gift in an office lobby. Just give them away as the Lord directs in opening doors for you. You never know just how a life may be

effort. Last month, Pastor Kenny and Sister Chris were privileged to be called to minister in Colten, California, at an Adventist Church lead by Pastors, Harold Cortez and William Farmer. Friends, we were so blessed by the presence of the Holy Spirit that those meetings were concluded with 7 souls baptized in the name of our Precious Lord and Savior, Jesus. And virtually all whom were pre-sent rededicated their hearts and lives to Christ in one form or another. It is ex-periences like these that bring so much hope for the future when, “God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away...I will make all things new...I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.” Revelation 21:3-5. Friends, some day, if we remain faithful, we will dwell forever in the presence of God; filled with His Spirit and full of His joy, peace, and eternal happiness. Romans verifies this thought in chapter 14 and verse 17 where we read, “The kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but joy in the Holy Ghost.” As never before, we need the indwelling of God’s spirit to

receive these promised Heavenly gifts—to mold and keep us steadfast in the im-age of Christ! Our goal in this life must be to have more of Jesus and less of the world. The more we study, the more immanent is our conviction that time is short, and that we must be aroused from our spiritual sleepiness and become truly serious with our relationship with God and the work of evangelism all are to be a part of in one form or another.In Letter 12, 1886, Mrs. White wrote, “Our people have been regarded as too insignificant to be worthy of notice, but a change will come; the movements are now being made. The Christian world is now making movements which will nec-essarily bring the commandment-keeping people to notice. There is a daily suppression of God’s truth for the theories and false doctrines of human origin. There are plans and movements being set on foot to enslave the con-sciences of those who would be loyal to God. The law-making powers will be against God’s people. Every soul will be tested. O that we would as a people be wise for ourselves and by precept and example import that wisdom to our chil-dren! Every position of our faith will be searched into, and if we are not

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hand of God.” Colossians 3:1.Mrs. White also reminded us in Letter 12, “...that every soul is to be tested.” We now remind you that every soul is to be purified by obeying the truth! Friends, it’s time for less “talk” and more “action.” Less “preaching” and more “ministering.” Pay close attention to this council found in the book, Second Se-lected Messages, p. 364, “The wisdom of any human agent is not sufficient for the planning and devising in this time. Spread every plan before God with fast-ing, with the humbling of the soul before the Lord Jesus, and commit thy ways unto the Lord. The sure promise is, ‘He will direct thy paths.’ Proverbs 3:6. He is infinite in resources. The Holy One

of Israel, who calls the host of heaven by name, and holds the stars of heaven in position, has you individually in His keep-ing...for if we walk humbly with God, we shall walk safely.”“The coming of the Lord is nearer than we first believed...let us not forget that the three great powers of heaven are waking, that a divine hand is on the wheel, and that God will bring His pur-poses to pass. He will gather from the world a people who will serve Him in righteousness.” Review and Herold, May 5, 1903. What will be YOUR future in God’s Church?In His Service,Pastor Kenny, Sister Chris, and your BTLM family

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thorough Bible students, established, strengthened, settled, the wisdom of the world’s great men will be too much for us.”In order for us to prepare for the coming changes, the study of God’s Word is paramount NOW. We must understand the prominent pillars of our faith. We must be led by the Spirit of God. We need to examine our own hearts very carefully and ask ourselves, “Am I truly grounded deep in the faith? If my book of life were to close today, where would I spend eternity? Am I ready for Heaven? Have I met all of Heaven’s require-ments”? Remember, “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right

—Roland, from California, request our earnest prayers.—Kalan, from Illinois, is in need of prayer for physical healing. Kalan is soon to be baptized at the BTLM Church.—Jim, from Illinois, is in need of prayer for healing and victory over the addiction of cigarettes.—Anita, her neighbor, Dale, and Tanaya, from Illinois, is in need of prayer.—Leah and her family, from Kentucky, is in need of prayer.—Please raise Jim, Dean, Juanita, Gary, Bea, Terry, Ashley, Audrey, Carson, Jeremey, Missy, Zach, Charlie, Garrett, Ted, Shan-non, Maddie, Sharon, Vebbie, Chad, Brad, Nic, and their families up in prayer. Our Lord knows the various needs.—Betty and Cliff, from Colorado, asks for your prayers for their selves and for Suzanne, Samuel, Jonathon, Holly, Curt, Court-ney, Shelly, Ben, Steven, Audrey and their families.—Grace, from Oregon, requests prayer for her throat and ankle.—Ann, from California asks for your prayers for her husband’s recovery from a broken hip.—Kevin, from Maine, asks for special prayer.—Christopher, from Afghanistan, is in need of prayer.—Sharna, from Wyoming, asks for special prayer for her father who has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.—Please keep Jean, from Wyoming, in your prayers. She is fighting brain cancer after the recent loss of her husband.—Barbara, from Arkansas, asks for your prayers for healing.—Genevieve, from New York, asks for your prayers for Angelique, Ajani, Akira, and Carl that they will all be drawn closer to Christ.—Jim and Julie, from Iowa, is in need of prayer.—Pray for Bob, from Illinois, to accept the truth and to find a better job for his family. And for his wife, Debbie, to find addi-tional work. Pray for their daughter, Arenda, as well. Also, please pray for Brian’s mother; she is having mini strokes. And Brian’s brother who is missing. This family also requests prayer for Sandy, Daniel, and a friend from Arkansas, Carol.—Remember Emily, from New Jersey, and her family in your prayers.

E-mail: [email protected] the web: www.beholdthelambministries.com

Call: 618-942-5044

View “Behold the Lamb Presents” at new times every Monday at 12 noon CST/Friday at 9 a.m.

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In years past, we advertised that to receive a VHS, audio tape, DVD, or CD each month was a commitment on your part to donate at least $8.00, or more, to help with the cost of production, editing, converting, burning, printing, cost of materials, man power, building costs, equipment expenses, packaging, mailing, etc. You get the picture—we hope. However in recent years, we’ve not said much about it. We have, however, expressed our tremendous financial needs time and again. It has been our hope, and prayer, that many of you would step up in support of the Ministry to the point that it would cover the various costs involved in this work. And praise God for those of you who are trying! But, unfortunately we are falling short. So to help cut the costs, we are asking that you contact us if you are no longer using the materials sent to you each month. In other words, if what you receive from us goes directly into the trash, then please call, or write, and request the mailing bediscontinued. We believe these messages are worth much more than a fill for a garbage can. So please help us to tighten our belts a bit more. This will enable those who wish to continue receiving God’s Word from BTLM to do so. And we realize there are elderly who use this material who absolutely have nothing to give. If this is you, we don’t ask to hear from you; just join with us to pray that someone else will make up the difference. Thank you and God bless.

Yes, we received the news just last week that 3ABN officially cancelled the trip we were joining them on to San Salvador thisupcoming April. We had personally heard from some in that city who were blessed to hear we were returning to their coun-try. However, now due to circumstances beyond our control, the trip is cancelled.

We are still planning a trip to the Philippines in September. We have been told to expect 6-8 thousand in attendance! This is a tremendous expectancy knowing that so many in that country are of the Catholic faith. Of course, its counteracting the counterfeit that is leading us there we’re sure! We would love to have the finances to bring at least two, preferably three, camera operators to film the evangelistic meetings there. If you can help, don’t hesitate! Send the money as soon as pos-sible so others may take off from their regular jobs and commit themselves to this work at this time! Should the needed support come in, we would love to air these meetings on “Behold the Lamb Presents.” Please pray asking God what you can do to help! Your support will enable us to reach millions rather than thousands with this series from the Philippians!

Next month, we have been blessed to be invited back to Cheyenne, WY, to speak at the BetheSDA Church. We are very much looking forward to this time together and wish to invite our friends within driving distance to join us. On the Sabbathof March 19th, Pastor Kenny will be presenting three messages from a five-part series we are currently preparing for “Behold the Lamb Presents” entitled, “Are You Qualified to Receive the Latter Rain?” These are VERY timely and INSPIRED messages the Lord has been laying upon his heart to give. They are powerful and heavy to absorb; but they present life and death decisions all of us are facing today. The three topics to be covered that day are: “Living in a Time of a Spiritual Emer-gency,” “Fit to Live in the Sight of a Holy God,” and concluding with, “Our Characters Must Reach Full Maturity Before Proba-tion Closes.” We hope you won’t miss being there to share in this powerful experience! For more information, please con-tact Charles or Sharna Welty at: 307-634-9410 or 307-635-5332.

What’s the good news? We can all be involved in winning souls by giving. The greatness of the work and the opening providences of God should stir your hearts… Those who give money to promote the cause are bearing a part of the burden

of the work; they are colaborers with Christ; for God has furnished men with means on trust, to be used for a holy and wise purpose.” Testimonies, Vol. 4, p. 118.

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Individual messages are available for a gift of $8.00, or more.PROGRAM #: MESSAGE:

1. “We Need a Divine Touch”2. “Walking With God”3. “Being a Witness of Faith”4. “Religious Dwarfs”5. “Satan Offers You the Kingdoms of This World”11. “Destroying the Earthly Nature”14. “Moving in the Providence of God”15. “Thankful for What”? (Thanksgiving Program) 2010.16. “Trusting God in the Hour of Trial”17. “Breaking the Power of the Enemy”18. “God Is in the Work”19. “Do Right Because it is Right”20. “Heaven Came Down”

Five-part series are available for a gift of $35.00, or more.

Two-part series are available for a gift of $15.00, or more.

Coming soon!23. “Living in a Time of a Spiritual Emergency”24. “Fit to Live in the Sight of a Holy God”25. “Those Living Up to the Light That They

Have, Will Receive Greater Light”26. “Our Characters Must Reach Full Maturity

Before Probation Closes”27. “How to Remedy the Defects in Our Charac-

ters”

Programs:21 & 22

Programs:12 & 13

6. “Does Your Church Need More Power”?7. “You Have to Want That Power”8. “Preparation to Receive That Power”9. “How We Receive That Power”10. “Witnessing with Power”