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In every religion there are people who are more dramatic then most. They fall far beyond the believes of the group as a whole. Such as terrorism, Jim Jones, and Inquisition. But I choose to believe rather then take a chance. 


The teachings of Jesus were to love they neighbor as thyself. And to follow the ten commandments. Thou Shalt not kill..... I guess some follks would rather believe in alien abduction where people are poked and prodded. Hummmmmmmmm.

And others in evolution of apes to man.  Which begs the question why aren't the apes still evolving into man.  Every other species is evolving and we are seeing new species world wide.  People are taller, animals are larger and taller.  And there are new species in the amazon.

Never put your trust in man for man will disappoint you.  


Leviticus 25:51
1. Ye shall make you no Idols nor graven image, neither rear you up a standing image , neither shall ye set up any image of stone in your land to bow down unto it:  for I am the lord your God
2. And ye shall keep my Sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary: I am the lord.


Sunday is the beginning of the week, so the Sabbath is Saturday.

Commandments  Exodus 20 3-17

1. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above,  or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.  Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the Lord they God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me.  And showing mercy unto the thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments.

2. Thou shalt not take the name of the lord they God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.


3. Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.
(six days thou shalt labor and do thy work)  But on the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God:in it thou shalt not do any work, thou nor they son, nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor thy maidservant, nor they cattle, nor they stranger that is within thy gates.


Exodus 20:11
For in six days the lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that  in them is, and rested the seventh day:wherefore the lord blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it.


4. Honor thy father and thy mother: that they days may be long upon the land which the lord thy God giveth thee.


And from the book of Matthew 19:18-19
5. Thou shalt not murder
6. Thou shall not commit adultery.


Exodus 20:17
7. Thou shall not covet they neighbors's house, thou shall not covet they neighbor's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is they neighbor's


Matthew 19:18-19
8. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor. 
9. Thou shalt love they neighbor as thyself
10. Thou shalt not steal


Now a days almost everyone has committed at least one of these commandants.  Including myself.    For all of sinned and come short of the glory of god.  But we must preserver and try to be better every day.  Ask god to forgive us of our sins and the sins of others. Thank him for all you have.  And try to live and walk as Jesus did.  


From the King James Version


Thank you and god bless. Follow his commandments and do no evil, neither be lovers of evil.  Judge ye not, lest ye be judged.


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In My House There Are Many Mansions

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My fathers passed away October 26, 2008.  My father was a good dad.  He was outgoing and of course was not perfect.  But one thing I will say is that he was faithful.  He made sure that we got up in time for church. 


When we were kids, he used to turn the light switch off and on when we were sleeping on a Sunday morning.  He would say, "Get up heathens!  You need to go to church."  He laughed as we moaned.  Slowly we would get up and get dressed.  Grab our personal bibles and go to church.


Once I had a dream that I was entering a very large mansion.  I entered a doorway.  There were many other doors. I opened a door and my grandmother was there.  She had many items in red from the twenties.  I saw a lamp and a red carpet on the floor.  Then someone asked me. " Who do you want to see next."  I said, "My father". 



So we entered another door; which was another house.  There were many people that had passed away. Many were family members and I guess people that knew my father. They all seemed young and happy.  They were sitting around a table and chatting with one another.  Like a family gathering.  


There was a woman who said she knew me when I was a child. She seemed familiar, but I couldn't place her. It was beautiful and sunny. There were large windows and you could see the trees.  It was a yellow house.  My father looked so young like maybe in his twenties. He was thin and very handsome.  I sat next to him.  And he asked if I was ok.  I told him, "Yes".  Then I spoke to a cousin who had passed away.  Suddenly I heard, " Choose."  I didn't understand at first.  I said, "Dad I want to stay with you!" I held on tightly, like a little girl.  He said," Donna you have to wake up now.  Go get a glass of water.  You need to wake now.  If you don't you will stay here. "  Everyone shouted, "Get up!  Get a glass of water!" I felt myself moving backward and out of that place.  Just then my phone rang and it was my brother.  I was crying.  I wanted to stay with my father.  Scriptures states,  In my house there are many mansions. My father and grandmother were in my lords house.  This is how I saw it.  


They made it.  They were faithful to the end.  My father often prayed for us.  He asked god to surround his children with angels so that no harm would come to them.  


This is a tradition a carry on.  I gave my sons to God when they were born and said, "Lord let your will be done through them.  Let my sons be your vessels on this earth.  Let them be great men. Honorable men. Godly men. Let them be Great husbands and loving fathers.  My son's are yours."


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The Beginning of Sorrows - The First Seal

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Currently we are at the beginning of Sorrows which is part of the first seal as in the book of Revelation.  I know this because the quote from:


Matthew 24: 4-8


4. And Jesus answered and said unto them.  Take heed that no man deceive you.
5. For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. (Also See John 5:43)


Second Seal
6. And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. 

Second Seal
7. For nation shall rise against nation, and Kingdom against Kingdom: 


Third seal
there shall be famines, 


Fourth Seal 
and Pestilences, and earthquakes, In divers places  (Also see Acts 11:28)
8. All these are the beginning of sorrows.




We (the public), know that there have been many false prophets; and still more will come.  They will trick you with majic and deceive you.  We have seen many wars and rumors of wars.  That has been going on since the days Jesus walked the earth.  So,  at this point; most didn't worry. 


But now we are to see nations rise against nations, and Kingdom against Kingdom;  There shall be famines, Pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.


1.  We know that there are people fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan.  
2.  We know that there are more famines then before.  Now it's not just the smaller countries.  It  is all over the world.  People are really suffering.  They can't afford food, shelter, clothing and even their children.  
3. Pestilences, such as: Swine flu, Bird Flu, and HIV.   These diseases have killed thousands of people in different places around the world.


Bird flu has caught the attention of global health authority Margaret Chan, WHO's (World Health Organization) director stated "This is perhaps the only time since 1968, which was the last pandemic, that we are getting signs, symptoms and warnings from nature...More and more birds are dying in different parts of the world - this is the kind of signals, and early warnings that we are referring to' (China post.com -July 23, 2005)  They  believe with great assurance that this flu is inevitable.  The problem is that their will not be enough Tamiflu for the entire world


4. Earthquakes in divers places.  We can't forget the Tsunami of 2004 that occurred in the Indian Ocean which killed 200000 people.  Tsunami Wikipedia. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tsunami

Some scientist believe that their is a great fault line across the Southern Ocean.  The fault line could quake at any time.  With the increase in water from the Polar Ice Caps melting: huge Tsunami, Earthquakes are predicted under the sea.  Which could cause water to rise up to 100 meters.  We should also expect larger Hurricanes.  Hurricane Katrina is only the beginning.


There is another Tsunami predicted on this web page http://baheyeldin.com/science/the-next-mega-tsunami-is-expected-in-the-atlantic-ocean.html  They predict Morocco, Brazil, and North America are in danger of a Tsunami.


So, we are at the beginning of sorrows.


What is next:  


For God fearing People around the world.  Right now there are people around the world that are currently testing the mark of the beast.  They can enter clubs and buy items with this chip that has been implanted.  See Verichip Technologies. 


Matthew 24: 9  This is next. This Fifth Seal


9. Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my names's sake.
10. And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another.


Saddams people went through this horrible tribulation.  They couldn't trust anyone.  Many family members betrayed one another. Whole families were destroyed. (more will come)


Matthew 13:9 (This is next)
9. But take heed to yourselves; for they shall deliver you up to councils; and in the synagogues ye shall be beaten: and ye shall be brought before rulers and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them


Revelations 2:10 (This is next)


10: Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried: and ye shall have tribulation ten days:  Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.


(Many will die for my names sake. )  Many missionaries in other countries and the people that have become Christians have been places in jail and persecuted and executed.  However there will be some god fearing people that will survive those days.  But many will not.





From the book of Revelation 6:9  From http://matt1618.freeyellow.com/saints.html
Revelation 6:9 


And when he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of them that were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held: 6:10 And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth? 


Revelation 18:18 


And cried when they saw the smoke of her burning, saying, What [city is] like unto this great city!


 Revelation 18:19 And they cast dust on their heads, and cried, weeping and wailing, saying, Alas, alas, that great city, wherein were made rich all that had ships in the sea by reason of her costliness! for in one hour is she made desolate. 


Revelation 18:20
Rejoice over her, [thou] heaven, and [ye] holy apostles and prophets; for God hath avenged you on her. 


Matthew 24: 11,14  continued  (this is now)
11. And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many.  (more will come)
12. And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.  (Lawlessness)


In the last days people will be lacking in natural affection for one another. 


13. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.
14.  And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations;  and then shall the end come.


Prepare yourselves and stay strong in the lord.   The gospel is being preached around the world.  Through the Internet, Television, Missionaries, and Radio.  Scripture also says we will return to barbaric ways.  There have been many be-headings in the US and abroad.  There is hope for us.  There is hope for the elect.  That's why they days will be shortened.  Pray for the nation and pray for your families, friends, and even your enemies.  We are getting closer every day.  Read your bible and ask god for forgiveness of sins and ask him for strength.  Follow the ten commandments and do no evil, neither be lovers of evil.


Kings James Version
China Post.com July 23, 2005
Verichip Technologies.com
Wikipedia.org
Baheyeldin.com
http://freestockphotos.com/SevenSeals.html
http://www.freestockphotos.com/LastDaysVerses2.htm  View the chart.
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The Great Lie

This is a subject of controversy.  There are many people in this world who believe that aliens are going to come and abduct people.  They believe this is what the Rapture is about.  To believe so is to believe in a lie.  Such as in the case of "The Heavens Gate Cult".   I found this website http://www.answers.org/cultsandreligions/hgate.html  about, "The Heavens Gate Cult" By Gretchen Passintino. 


This particular group of believers were lead by a man named Marshal Applewhite and his Partner Bonnie Nettles in the 1970's.  Bonnie was a nurse and Marshal was a Mental Patient.  Their aliases were, "Bo and Peep, Do and Ti "  These two individuals deceived many people into believing that they were the two witnesses from the book of revelation.  Like Jesus, they requested that their members renounce all material things.family associations and follow them. 


Here is a quote from, "The Heavens Gate Cult" By Gretchen Passintino. "Bo and Peep (Do and Ti) believed that they would fulfill Rev. 11 by being killed, lying dead in the street for three days, and then being "raised  from the dead into the space ship, along with their followers. As the day for their "sacrifice" approached, they preached that their death and "resurrection" would prove the truthfulness of their preaching."


The end result was that many of their followers believed their lies and committed suicide together.  They, "Marshal and Bonnie" denied being false prophets.  But in the end; there were no resurrections only death.


David Karesh was another false prophet who took as many as 80 people with him when he passed away. See the link http://www.mahalo.com/david-koresh.


Jim Jones was another man who professed himself a prophet. Here is quote from, http://www.culteducation.com/jonestown.html  by Rick Ross "On November 18, 1978 912 followers of American cult leader Jim Jones ("Peoples Temple") died in a remote South American jungle compound called "Jonestown" in British Guyana. Some members were shot, others were forced to drink poison, but most willingly participated in what Jones said was an act of "revolutionary suicide."


Another quote from http://www.culteducation.com/jonestown.html  by Rick Ross, "Affidavit June 15th 1978, Deborah Layton-former temple worshiper and James Town resident, Quote,".Ms. Layton advised that "Rev. Jones...claimed that he was the reincarnation of...Lenin, Jesus Christ [and]...had divine powers."


There will be many many many false prophets before the coming of Jesus Christ.  Don't follow them or do as the tell you.  Especially if they say something about taking your own life to fullfill a prophecy.  


Scripture says that even the very elect will be fooled and fall prey to the lies of false prophets.




Matthew 7:15 
Beware of false prophets which come to you in sheeps clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.


Mark 23:22
For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall shew signs and wonders to seduce , if it were possible even the elect. (Hundred and Forty Four Thousand))


And referring to the coming of Christ.  


Mark 13:30 says, 
Verily I say unto you, that this generation shall not pass, till these things be done.  (Referring to the signs of his coming)  See my first blog.


Don't be fooled by their lies.  Read your bible and study it throughly so your not deceived by such people. You will know them by the fruits that they produce. 


Referances from:
the Holy Bible King James Version, 
The Heavens Gate Cult" By Gretchen Passintino; http://www.answers.org/cultsandreligions/hgate.html  
Mahalo.com - David Karesh
http://www.mahalo.com/david-koresh
http://www.culteducation.com/jonestown.html  by Rick Ross 


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The Seven Years of Peace

It is my personal belief that we are now in the seven years of peace. Despite all that we have heard on the news. These events have been foretold in scripture in the book of Matthew:and must occur. That is not to say that we should relax and feel that the rapture is not going to take place. I honestly feel that the rapture will take place at any time in the next seven years. Reason being, almost everything that the bible foretold of the coming events that prelude the coming of Jesus Christ - out of the heavens has already occurred.  


It is my belief that the rapture will occur before everyone has the mark of the beast.  Before there is a One World Order.  At which time there will only be one leader.  There are some people who are taking the mark of the beast now.  See:  Verichip Technologies. They have chips that regulate with body temperature such as your head and hand.  This chip gives vital information such as, name, social security number, heart rate and respirations.  It is even being said that people will be able to buy and sell with this chip.


I recently viewed several videos that I feel are authentic. There have been sightings and actual footage of angels coming for the dead out of the crypts and have even been seen among people who are in worship or just as a sign that God is real.  (The dead in Christ shall rise first)


I know that the bible states,  "First the dead in Christ will rise."  I believe that is occurring now. And I will post the link to the video or post the video on the page. Scripture always describes the angels as being with a bright light.


The following is from About.com Christianity:


Most angels have the appearance and form of a man. Most of them have wings, but not all. Some are larger than life. Others have multiple faces that appear like a man from one angle, and a lion, ox, or eagle from another angle. Some angels are bright, shining, and fiery while others look like ordinary humans. Some angels are invisible, yet their presence is felt and their voice is heard.











Ezkiel 1:1-28, 10:20 - The video proves this point.
We need to be vigilant and prepare ourselves for the coming of Jesus Christ. We must not be like the The five virgins that were not prepared for the bridegroom:


Matthew 25:1
Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps. and went forth to meet the bridegroom. (Eph 5:29, 30: Rev 19:7: 21:2, 9
2. And five of them were wise and five were foolish.
3. They that were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them.
4. But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.
5. While the bridegroom tarried. They all slumbered and slept.
6. and at midnight there was a cry made. Behold, the bridegroom cometh: go ye out to meet him.
7. Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.
8. and the foolish said unto the wise. Give us of your oil:for our lamps are gone out.
9. But the wise answered, saying, Not so: Lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.
10. And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came: and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut.
11. Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord , Lord, open to us.
12 But he ansered and said , Verify I say unto you, I know you not.
13.Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the son of man cometh.


When I was a younger woman. I had a dream. In this dream the lord took me into the heavens and showed me the world and many many stars. He showed me many churches. There  were men, woman and children that were crying. The world seem dark and desolate. He told me that my greatest weakness was vanity. (It was very true) Then he told me, "Do not worry about materialistic things. For you will have no need of these things." He also asked me to send a letter to a minister. And I did as instructed. He told me to go to the churches and prepare them for his coming.  He said that some will not believe me.  If they don't, then bless them and go my way.


In the book Revelation are the seven churches.  Represented by seven Angels. 

Revelations Chapter 2 thru Chapter 3:1-22
Then I awoke with my heart pounding in a cold sweat. At the time I didn't understand. Because I was a young mother and wife and just like anyone else I wanted my own home and still do.
But if I do then I do. If I don't then I don't. We are not taking any possessions with us. On the day we die.  We return to earth. Everything stays behind. 

Matthew 19:23

Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven.
24. And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, then for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.


But remember to alway put god first in your life. And pray that he may find you doing that which is right on the day of his return.  Follow his 10 commandments and do no evil; neither be lovers of evil. 




With peace and love
Donna C. Ledesma


Reference's from
Holy Bible, King James Version
You-Tube: Angels taking away the soul of the dead, Fire Angel and Angel

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Franklin Niv-570 Holy Bible- New International Version