The Remnant Dance - International Ministers of Dance Alliance

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Due: 1 August 2010

Twilight - A period or condition of decline following growth, glory, or
success: in the twilight of his life. A state of ambiguity or obscurity.

New Moon -The phase of the moon occurring when it passes between the earth
and the sun and is invisible or visible only as a narrow crescent at sunset.

Eclipse - A fall into obscurity or disuse; a decline:; A disgraceful or
humiliating end; a downfall

First off, let me say that I love the Twilight Series. When these books
first came out, I literally inhaled them; I read them so fast. But a quiet
revelation, has changed all that. As I have seen the deterioration these
movies have caused in the lives of people that I love, I don't like them
anymore. Sounds extreme? Read on.

Let's summarize the overall plot. There is a teenage girl, who meets a
family of vampires and falls in love with one of them, Edward. This girl,
Belle, initially is horrified at the thought of vampires ( creatures who
kill to survive); a natural reaction to something that is obviously evil.
But as she spends more time with them (the evil ones), her natural
compassion grows for them, and then she starts to make excuses for them ('it
wasn't their fault that they are like that', 'they don't kill humans only
animals', etc). These excuses justify her giving into her natural desires to
spend time with them, to like them. Then eventually these excuses and her
emotions creates a desire in her to be what she initially was horrified of.
The evil became acceptable to her.

On the other side of the lake, there is a native American family, that had a
legacy that if there are ever vampires in their area, their children, upon
adulthood would turn into werewolves to protect, not only their families but
all the people in that area. The sole purpose of the werewolves is not to
kill the innocent or animals like the vampires but to protect them. Belle,
initially was friends with Jacob, a werewolf. Then she met Edward (evil).
Jacob (protector) tries over and over to protect and warn Belle, but she
keeps choosing Edward (evil) over him.

Isn't that us in our Christian walk? We have been taught the difference
between the realm of life and the realm of death. We have counseled and
reached out to others to share with them the power of the realm of life and
the destruction of the realm of death. Yet, in our moment of smugness, of
thinking that it cannot happen to us, we put ourselves in situations where
we are sitting right smack in the middle of the realm of death. We justify
to ourselves and others, why we are there ('I'm there to impact the
nations', "I am reaching out'). Only to look up and to realize that our
environment is not doing the changing but we are. We have begun to look like
our environment --- the realm of death.

Thankfully we have leaders, mentors, and friends who love us, so they try to
warn us and may even try to protect us. But just like Belle, we dismiss
those concerns and justify it by saying " They just don't know him, the
situation, etc.". All the while the truth (Emet) has not changed. Evil is
Evil. There are no gray parts in evil.

In the end (***spoiler alert***), Belle becomes what she despised and knew
as evil. She chose that because it felt good to her flesh and that
outweighed everything that she had been taught. And in order for her to do
that, she had to separate herself from all forms of good in her life (her
father, mother, and friends). And all the people in the movie theatre
sighs. "How Romantic!!" What!?!?! Didn't you just see what happened? She
chose the wrong side!! She chose her flesh over what was right!! She chose
the realm of dark over the realm of light!!! And you call that romantic?

19 "Now this is the judgment: the light has come into the world, but people
loved the darkness rather than the light. Why? Because their actions were
wicked. 20 For everyone who does evil things hates the light and avoids it,
so that his actions won't be exposed. 21 But everyone who does what is true
comes to the light, so that all may see that his actions are accomplished
through God." (John 3:19-21, CJB)

So how did Belle miss this? How do we miss it sometimes as well? Open Door.
Belle entertained evil. She was overconfident in her ability to withstand
evil. She forgot that evil understood what her deepest desires were (to be
loved and accepted), and with that it had an open door to her life.
Believers are like that as well, I am like that. I have put myself in
situations that I think I can handle, but I did not realize that I would
have to fight my situation AND my flesh... And the next thing I know, I look
up and I am sinking in the same pit of sin that I was to supposed to help
others out of.

Think about it; would Belle been as interested in Edward if she was in a relationship with someone else? Only if she did not value that relationship
very much. Yet we are. Our relationship with G'D should surpass any other
earthly relationship. And why shouldn't it? He fulfills all of our needs, He
protects us, He has plans for us that CANNOT fail, He never lies to us,
Infidelity is NOT a possibility, He loves us, and on and on. I can go on
for days to describe the love G'D feels for us, and it still wouldn't be
enough time. But this sums it up:

16 "For G'd so loved the world that he gave his only and unique Son, so that
everyone who trusts in him may have eternal life, instead of being utterly
destroyed. 17 For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the
world, but rather so that through him, the world might be saved. ( John
3:16-17, CJB)

Yep, that's me ---- I am on Team YHWH!

Restoration of the Davidic Dance

Desk of B. Mike Floyd, Christian/Hebriac Education, The Remnant

Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD: 5And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. 6And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: (Deut. 6:4-6 KJV)

What’s In a Name?

From the Desk of Lady Jo Kimble email: - 13 Mar 2010. Is it a covering? Or is it a disguise? Did you take it? Or was it given? A good name is more desirable than riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. – Proverbs 22:1 (NIV)

• Elisha was working in his family fields.
• Moses was pasturing the flock of Jethro his father-in-law.
• David was tending sheep for his father.
• The Lord Himself was a carpenter by trade who was trained by Joseph

On the flip side, if a title is taken without a calling from G’D, it is simply a disguise. That person becomes an impersonator of what the title represents. They fool not only themselves but they fool the people who would follow them. Why would anyone chose to do this?

To answer this question, you have to look in the carnal world to understand the allure of titles. In the world, titles carry a great deal of respect. The bigger the title the more important you will be treated. In business, your title implies your qualification to do the job. So many people spend a lot of time and money, just to get 3 letters behind their name (i.e; CPA, MBA, etc), in order for them to get the respect of their coworkers and clients. In corporations, more employees are working for a title, more than they are working for money. Why? Because with titles, comes the illusion of power.

1. Do you find yourself easily impressed by people’s titles within the world? Within the Body of Christ?
2. What title do you assign for yourself? Does it reflect your mantle? Or is it more like a disguise?
3. Review the list of titles below. Identify 3 titles that you can call yourself and briefly explain why.

Dance is an expression of joy in our lives. It is a physical demonstration of the interior emotion. G’D created us and we are whole beings made up of the body, soul and spirit (don’t separate). Our movements are designed to show forth the Lord within us and to manifest it visually for others. When we dance in response to all the G’D has done for us, in praise or worship, we are “dancing before the Lord”. This term was used in the Bible when describing how King David danced before the Lord with all his might as he responded to the presence and joy of the Lord that he so yearned for.

So if dance becomes an expression of what we have inside of us, then we must be careful what we are placing in our temple (body). What are you feeding your body (physical nutrients)? What are you feeding your soul (study G’D’s Word)? What are you feeding your spirit (intimate time with the G’D)? Whatever you are feeding yourself, that is what will be reflected in your dance.

Some may argue that it’s their gift or anointing that is being reflected. True, at the first spin, maybe at the second raising of your arms, your skills and even your anointing may be reflected, but what moves G’D and those seeking G’D is the reflection of Himself through your movement. If you haven’t eaten from the Bread of Life (The Word), you cannot reflect G’D.

The Tabernacle becomes an excellent model of how sacred dancers can prepare themselves to truly “dance before the Lord”:

· Alter – Salvation. Accepting Jesus Christ as your personal savior.

· Laver – Repentance. Is to accept G’D cleansings and establish holiness in our lives. Repentance is simply to realign yourself to right relationship with G’D. Why is it necessary? Because sin steals our intimacy with G’D.

· Candlesticks – Holy Spirit. The Spirit of G’D gives illumination to our relationship with Him. 1 Cor. 2: 9-12 (NIV) “but G’D has revealed it to us by his Spirit”.

· Table of Shewbread – Word of G’D. His Word feeds us continually. As the shewbread in the Tabernacle was made fresh every day, so is His Word every time we read and study it. His Word instructs us on how to live a life that is holy and pleasing unto Him.

· Alter of Incense – Worship, Intercession, Prayers. Only when you have walk through previous four steps can you truly begin to worship unto G’D.

· Holy of Holies – Manifest presence of G’D. Once we have walked through our own personal ‘tabernacle’, then we can experience a relationship with G’D.

All Christians need to cultivate a life with G’D that is growing and developing. If we are not growing, we will stagnate or die. The corporate, official worship of G-D’s people is a crucial and essential means G’D has given to help us grow. Think of the words of Hebrews 10:19-22 (KJV):

Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh; and having an high priest over the house of G’D; let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water.

This passage calls Christians to draw near to G’D through Christ since, even as Christians, we experience a distance between ourselves and G’D that only the work of Christ can bridge. We need to draw near to him personally and individually.

More to come…Salvation leads to our worship but our journey continues into evangelism. Are you ready?

Passionate Worship Let Us Recap & Remember!

Shalom REMNANT& Friends:

This past weekend was truly an experience of diverse cultures all gathered together in an Oasis for Worship. Friday morning began with a call to order and Worship with song. Remnant moved with the selections by the praise team and Psalmist and Teacher, Preacher and Mentor Rev Cynthia Wilson, PHD, but eventually ministered special selection to "Alabaster Box". All I can say is that, I don't think Clear Lake United Methodist will forget the Remnant (nor will we forget them) because G'D was glorified form morning until well after sunset.

Though much of the morning services were locked into traditional methods, morning/afternoon classes were filled with liberty and freedom. It was so rewarding to know what it is to have the liberty/freedom to worship in movement at the Tabernacle that would otherwise be frowned upon in many other settings; however, as is most often the case when Remnant moves in a House, a shift in the atmosphere took place. Each gathering was a continued reminder of the foundation of the Remnant as the conference theme scripture was taken from Rev. 4 in its entirety, specifically:

4And round about the throne were four and twenty seats: and upon the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting, clothed in white raiment; and they had on their heads crowns of gold (Rev. 4:4 KJV)

The traditional mindset of many of the congregants and psalmists seemed to take on a different perspective in regards to the Sacred Fine Arts of ministering through dance. They expressed a sense of freedom and liberation that was felt in watching the Remnant as the atmosphere in the House was beginning to shift. Friday night's worship service proved to be a total sense of any worship restrictions were being lifted. The time and stage would be set when all who made the choice, would write down their cares, imperfections and issues so that they could dip the list into a bowl with the waters of forgetfulness. It was a time of having the weight of arrogance, anger, resentment, jealousy and condemnation to be dissolved, if you so choose to adhere to this call. As the musicians and the dance (with the Remnant) clapped hands with a sound of thunder, slowly some of the congregants began to rise from their seats and move into the aisles to Towdah (worship by extending the hand in adoration, thanksgiving or agreeing with).

Saturday morning began with the blowing of the shofar which was followed by the choir singing, Remnant moving and read of the traditional scriptures before taking communion. It was a different learning experience of their communion process, which was a more visual aid of how many take of the same bread from the same loaf and the same wine from the same cup by the individual's immersion of their piece of bread into the cup of wine. As with all classes where the Remnant is concerned, it still proved to be a blessing to the participants and the Remnant members.

There was an exceptional blessing that the Remnant received by all but especially an elderly couple (the Perry's). They were great-grandparents. Who would have ever imagined that the husband (who claimed to have three left feet) would step out of his comfort zone and move to music? They all ~Stepped into the Flow~ His wife also blessed us as she pressed onward in spite of her having survived three strokes, a coma and living with multiple sclerosis. She bravely rose up to her feet to move regardless of her being bound to a scooter for mobility. Amazing, simply amazing!!! They blessed me soooo! Sometimes we don't realize the treasures in our lives, and fail to appreciate them while we have them.

Kudos and blessings to Lady Michelle who continues to walk in humility and compassion. She was the leading vessel that G'D so used to welcome in others through the open portal that chosen select seemed to desire to step through out of their box (comfort zone) and into uncharted waters liberation to bask in for awhile. To members of Remnant who were present and in place, may each of our lives be more enriched with each of these experiences? To those like Pastor D. Nurse who stood in the gap and interceded, great is the Faithfulness of G'D for HE does hear and answer prayer. Thanks for being on the wall.

Regardless of what may have been going on in the world or their own personal lives, we all have to set aside a time for G'D. Remember we are not our own. Will you offer yourself as a living sacrifice, praise HIM and worship HIM? Continue to press through the tough times and rough circumstances. Stop, inhale, pray, receive and respond in obedience.

What? Know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? (1 Cor. 9:16 KJV)

From the Desk of B. Mike Floyd!

One question; are they complete?

As 2009 comes to a close, here is your opportunity to complete this year's study with integrity. There were 12 Assignments given. 12 Books of study as an example of what it means to "nourish" and "fortify" one's soul.

If your assignments for 2009 are incomplete, take the time to review the articles listed under "Encouragement-Nutrition for the Soul". This window will be open until 31 January 2010. This is purely voluntary and reflects only on your desire to want more and align yourself with the goals of "Christian Education" to enhance and add value to your life. Adonai is faithful and continues to overtake us. Allow this study once agian to over take you as well.

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Be Well! Pastor D. and Lady Michelle Nurse

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"Compromise or Not to Compromise"

Due 12 Dec 2009

Nutrition For The Soul "Compromise or Not to Compromise! 

 From the Desk of  B. Mike Floyd Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

7.As John's disciples were leaving, Jesus began to speak to the crowd about John: "What did you go out into the desert to see? A reed swayed by the wind? 8.If not, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? No, those who wear fine clothes are in kings' palaces. 9.Then what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.

10.This is the one about whom it is written: " 'I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.' 11.I tell you the truth: Among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet he who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. 12.From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been forcefully advancing, and forceful men lay hold of it. (Matt. 11:7-12 CJB)

When reading the Book of Matthew, in chapter 11 we find that John is in prison. It was while imprisoned that his humanness began to surface with doubt and uncertainty. John sends two disciples to make inquiry with JESUS ( who was with the multitudes) if HE was the ONE (the MESSIAH). To answer this inquiry of doubt by John's disciples, JESUS responded that they should tell John of the wonders and miracles that they have heard and witnessed. Of course this confrontation in front of the multitudes would raise their eye brows and minds with doubt by those who heard this inquiry.

First the multitude probably wondered of John's credibility now, especially after his cries in the wilderness. They probably wondered that if John has to question JESUS now in the midst of imprisonment, then maybe JESUS is not who HE proclaims to be. John's adamant declaration of the ONE that was to come would be a bold statement that professed not only was he assured and unshakable of this proclamation, but also knew HIM. John's cries to repent and prepare ye the way of the L'RD probably seemed rather harsh and far fetched to many; however, he was steadfast and uncompromising with this announcement. Remember earlier in the third chapter of Matthew, it was John who reluctantly (not feeling worthy) baptized JESUS in the Jordan. Surely he knew then who JESUS was, especially after JESUS answered him that they were to fulfill all righteousness. This was prophecy.

15And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfill all righteousness. Then he suffered him. 16And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: 17And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.( Matt. 11:1 5-17 KJV)

Knowing the minds and hearts of the multitude, JESUS quickly enquired,” What went ye out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken with the wind?" Did they expect to find a prophet adorned in glorious raiment? This was quite the opposite to John's raiment of camel's hair, a leathern girdle about his loins and his eating locusts and wild honey.

According to a well known first century Judaic parable and Aesop's fable of the reed and the oak, it is the reed that is planted in the water that shifts and bends with the blowing of the wind no matter how slight. On the other hand, the oak is firmly planted and rooted. The oak is able to withstand most winds and storms. There is no back and forth with the oak. The oak is uncompromising and planted with deep roots. It would not bend, but would be rooted firmly, and would have to be uprooted by a very forceful wind.

As a Minister of Sacred Fine Arts (like the multitude that JESUS spoke to) , what did/do you expect to encounter in ministry? Sunshine and a little rain? Days filled with laughter and no pain? Maybe an occasional blowing of a slight summer's breeze? Or possibly very little adversity with a pathway of ease? You may have expected every drink to be as sweet as honey, and ministry not require as much time, study or even money. Remember JESUS's cup was bitter; HE was the willing vessel and the Good News' designated hitter. On that night in the Garden of Gethsemane (JESUS still full of power), the disciples still would not pray even a fraction of an hour.

The world has created such a picture framed in gold, (perverted with rebellion, anger, selfishness and ignorance) that it disarms us from being suited for battle in both the natural and spiritual realms of attacks. Open portals through family, friends, group conversations, conversations on the DL and disagreements seem to be lurking in alleys and on the corner of every avenue we turn. These speed bumps can slow or even wear you down, but when traveling this road one must expect and prepare for them with the Biblical Map Tools and Armor that G'D grants us to fight, survive and endure with. Ministry and evangelism is a call (kaleo) and more than a notion to those who diligently seek effectiveness in HIM. With this call there are certain realistic expectations you will be confronted, tempted and tried with by both G'D and the adversary.

I am troubled, yet not distressed.
Perplexed, but not in despair.
Cause I'm a vessel full of power,
With a treasure, none can compare.

Persecuted, but not forsaken.
Cast down, but not destroyed.
I'm a vessel full of power
With a treasure, from the Lord.

In this Micah Stampley's song, "The Corinthian Song" (written by songwriter V. Michael McKay) , it clearly depicts the attributes that all who dare to proclaim and spread the Gospel of JESUS CHRIST will at some point experience. The song goes on to state that it was the FATHER'S power that resurrects from painful circumstances that the soul could not flee. Many of us in the last 12 months have received numerous impartations and prophetic outpouring that these are not the times to waiver, be doubtful or quit. Learn and know the methodology of Lucifer (satan) so that you will not grow weary in well doing nor be deceived.

Fortify the walls of the body. Run your race to obtain the prize and pursue the goal in order to win the prize offered by G'D's upward calling in the MESSIAH YESHUA.(See Philip. 3:14 CJB) Whatever you lack for endurance, for guidance, in wisdom or integrity for kingdom building, then ask G'D for it. Most of the time HE is waiting on us. Ask in Faith.(See 1 Thess 4:11-13 and James 1:4-6 KJV) As the potter, G'D molds, waters, shapes, heats up and sometimes breaks to start over, anew and better.

2But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. 4The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away. (Psalm 1:2-4 KJV)

Questions: Due 12 Dec 2009

Notice how easy John and the multitude in their humanness began to doubt truth. What has ever caused you to doubt truth or your kaleo? What did you do to resolve it?
Why is it important to hide the Word of G'D in your heart?
In Judaism, they use "Tefillin" to remind them of the children of Israel's deliverance out of Egypt, keep them modest and devout to truth and righteousness. What steps have you taken to accomplish this and remind you of your deliverance?
What did you first expect in ministry? And now?
Are you an oak, a reed or in transition? Explain.