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"Law-based Obedience" (Old Covenant Rules) is much different than "Love-based Obedience" (New Covenant Realities), but to understand the great distinction between them both, is to first "lose your life for HIS (Jesus Christ) sake"! No matter how long you and I walk with The Lord, our "strengthening faith" and "deepening trust" is all about "Jesus becoming Lord". HE doesn't become "Lord" because we believe or say that HE is; HE is, period! Over time, we give HIM "place" in EVERY area of our lives, and HE is able to fully influence and lead us to the degree that we allow HIM too, which is actually what "Lordship" is. "Lordship" is defined then, as God's government established in the life of a believer, without "lease terms", restrictions or rationalizations of any kind. So, "loving and making HIM Lord" isn't duty-free affection - it...

I believe that there isn't a more beneficial, effectual, and supernatural place or disposition to be "settled in", than where Christian Liberty — God's Way,  is not activated and realized through the life of a believer!   As a matter of fact, the place of our greatest fruitfulness is also tied to this state, and guarantees a level of reward and blessing that is actually humanly impossible apart from Him!  As bondage represents the exact opposite disposition, the burdensome restraint and darkness that follows it is enough to choose a different path to steer clear of the trouble that follows the absolute slavery associated with it. I understand the "T-Totalers" that have had such a dark experience with evil, generational curses, personal battles, and the disturbance and antagonism of the forces of darkness strongly against their life, they cannot passively ignore, mishandle or show an openness towards ANYTHING questionable and potentially sinful, but ...

It's FALSE HOPE to believe that you can legislate heart conditions or morality in society, but the principles within legislation can have biblical values represented, as long as the "right of conscience" and free moral agency is NOT violated by perverted forms of judicial tyranny, or by muscling consent from corrupt activist's claims or well-meaning advocacy efforts run-a-muck!  "The Church" must have a representative voice, but NOT from a law-based approach to "reforming society". Our influence should be felt by: 1) Making Disciples; 2) Being Examples; and 3) Abiding in Christ till death! WS-3 Walter L. Smith III Founder/President Pure In Heart Int'l Ministries, Inc./ The Center For Kingdom Advancement  Corporate Line: (424) 359-9180 www.PIHIM.org www.AskPastorWalter.com California Office Walter L. Smith III 1732 Aviation Blvd #945 Redondo Beach, CA 90278-2810 **Leadership Gre...

Yesterday, while I was addressing a Brother-in-Christ and a friend's inquiry about my support of President Donald J. Trump in this upcoming election for the "twentieth time" - literally, I realized something that should be fairly obvious and well known... I actively have a BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW that encompasses every area and aspect of my BELIEFS, LIFE, FAMILY, RELATIONHIPS, and VALUES, but that's NOT necessarily the same as other Christians! Well, "how" is that possible? Think about it this way — If 1/3 of the pie demonstrates a "weighted influence" on the whole pie (3/3) the remaining 2/3 of the pie has the predominate influence, if the weight of the material substance or makeup is the same. Example: 1/3 (bible) + 1/3 (church) vs 1/3 (partying) SOME CHRISTIANS believe that their "partying" every once and a while does NOT "outweigh" their "bible reading" and "church attendance", so...

YA KNOW..The presupposition, predisposition and preoccupation of PEOPLE "with themselves" is crazy!! Meaning — "their job", "their person", and "their agenda" is absolutely FUNNY to watch; if your also a PEOPLE-WATCHER like me.. I mean, REALLY.. Folks are SO TRANSACTIONAL nowadays that they don't have "time" to show —COURTESY, KINDNESS or CONCERN about anyone else.. Just their deadline, timeline or "raggedy project"..Lol I'm over here sounding like my Granny Bertha, as I write this post!! Lol.. SUPER IMPORTANT PEOPLE: If you're having to "hold it up", "make it happen", "labor to the point of exhaustion", or "neglect everyone important to you for the 'all-mini dollar'" — STOP for a moment, get out of the rat race, and REMEMBER, YOU and I cannot "take it to the grave"! #EndOfSoapbox #YourNotThatImportant #WontMatterAfterItsOver WS-3 ...

FOR THE FAITHFUL: The Father takes pleasure in our consistent and pure devotion to His Cause and His Community, as a vital part of the earthly operation of the Kingdom of God.  Promotions are being released this weekend for those who've made His applause their only pursuit, and after a lengthy season of being proven and prepared; purposeful elevation in a range of areas is going to erupt as we rest and abide in His love! CONGRATS! WS-3 Walter L. Smith III Founder/President Pure In Heart Int'l Ministries, Inc./ The Center For Kingdom Advancement  Corporate Line: (424) 359-9180 www.PIHIM.org www.AskPastorWalter.com California Office Walter L. Smith III 1732 Aviation Blvd #945 Redondo Beach, CA 90278-2810 **Leadership Greater Rochester, Class of 2018! **Gallup Strengths: Positivity, Learner, Connectedness, Responsibility, & Activator This message is intended only for the use of the address and may co...

"Managing Expectations" is a must in assuming any regular or new management/leadership responsibility with others. Most leaders have certain methodologies they "habitually" employ with their peers, that are often "much different" than what they employ with their subordinates - or those that "report to them"; depending upon the leaders specific personality makeup in conducting business (relational, charismatic, or organizational).  As an OD Professional, I've seen numerous "personalities" that have "operational paradigms" they use to deflect from being personlly responsible for their own actions (plausible deniability); or the related pressure to lead, is challenging their capacity to navigate in the present situation or circumstance. If you're going to LEAD, expect to deal with people's changing and inconsistent expectations - but don't be crippled or bothered by their hidden or glaring dysfunction! SE...