Poetry With A Mission

...a thought provoking poetical exercise.

“For if we go on sinning deliberately after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no
longer remains a sacrifice for sins [God’s grace is made void], but [rather]
a fearful expectation of judgment [unless we repent]...” (Heb 10:26,27, ESV).

God is indeed a God of love, boundless love, love that we should reflect, radiate,
Love that’s unsurpassed, love that we should dwell upon, bask in, speak of and celebrate.
And to that let’s say, “Amen,” for love is the Gospel in a nutshell — yes, Jesus,
The One who died on Calvary for you and I — in other words, for all of us.

However, Christ didn’t say to leave things there, but also reminded us to obey,
For He’s a God of righteousness, who, regarding obedience, has much to say.
Yes, a God who has laid down a code of conduct — plus, we are His ambassadors,
Who’re not only meant to keep His commands, but where it doesn’t conflict, earthly laws.

So where’s this heading? Well, all some folk want to do is just focus on (Jesus’) love,
Seemingly as if nothing else has been requested by our Holy God above.
Thus, when it comes to obedience, they act as if such has been replaced by grace,
Failing to walk victoriously, nor cautioning others, which slaps God in the face.

“Do we, then, nullify the law by this faith? Not at all! Rather, we uphold the law” (Rom 3:31, NIV).

Hence why God has His men of the moment, trumpet blowers, men who are unafraid,
Men who provide the balance that’s missing, men who speak out, calling a spade a spade.
Men who whilst preaching of Jesus’ love, also remind of those standards He has set,
And of the cost, when through rebelliousness, His standards aren’t sought, nor via
His power met.

Most seem aware of the method of salvation, but not the standard of salvation,
For though we’re saved by grace alone, God desires obedience, our sanctification.
And sanctification can’t occur where He doesn’t have our co-operation,
Our willing, receptive and balanced response, and desire for that transformation.

Where there’s no true obedience, nor the fulfilling of God’s will, there’s no salvation,
For those who continue to willingly sin, we’re told, come under God’s condemnation.
Hence the need of those ‘watchmen on the wall’ who’ll dutifully remind and awaken,
For so many in their understanding of salvation are badly mistaken.

And is it any wonder given the diluted Gospel doing the rounds today,
A Gospel that’s far from balanced, one that says, “Let’s love,” but seldom says, “Let’s obey.”
One that rocks folk to sleep via warm fuzzies, and statements that don’t gel with Scripture,
One that just paints an alluring landscape, not the Laodicea End-time picture.

Yes, “Take the world but give me Jesus,” folk once sang, but not nowadays, seemingly,
It’s in the world and of it, an anything goes New Age spirituality.
And those who stick their neck out, and warnings shout, are labeled as legalists, sadly,
By those Christians who holler, “Just preach love and unity!” “Don’t rock the boat!”
Don’t judge me!’

When man excuses, accepts, protects and applauds what God condemns, then woe betide,
For sin is sin, and God’s pronouncements clear, and thus, His time of judgment justified.
Though God is a God of love, He has His standards, and is a God of justice too,
Who won’t grant eternity to those who knowingly and willingly sin pursue.

Yes, be such sin same-sex sexual acts, promiscuity, porn, adultery,
Wounding emotionally or physically, bigotry, blatant hypocrisy.
Whether such sin be stealing or lying, or anything else that God condemns and hates,
For what He hates, stems from rebellion, selfishness, and Christ-likeness obliterates.

But those who repent and refrain from such sinning, needn’t have fear of damnation,
For their fruitage is evidence of their genuineness, they a “new creation.”
It’s they who’re covered by God’s grace, for grace only covers contrite sinners, not sin,
For why would God cover willful known sin, sin that still shows rebelliousness within?

“And as for us, why do we endanger ourselves every hour? I [Paul] die every day...” (1 Cor 15:30,31, NIV).

And that’s the truth, plain and clear, not the watered down Gospel that one nowadays hears,
A Gospel that’s tailored for itchy ears, one that dangerously lulls and wrongly steers.
A Gospel that’s far from balanced, one weighted in favour of popularity,
A people pleasing affair — a crime, one that God will soon deal with accordingly.

“Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men?
If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ” (Gal 1:10, NIV).

What Christians need to remember is that God has a universe to govern, rule,
That is, other worlds besides this fallen one (in need of correction), and God’s no fool.
He knows that where there isn’t any rules, codes, standards and accountability,
There’s just chaos; and that despite His love and grace, Christians still act rebelliously.

Yes, being the fallen creatures we are, it’s so easy to take license with God’s grace,
Hence why He has His standards, His moral Law, for He well knows that such have their place.
Though we’re not saved by works, we’re not exempted from works either, and nor should
we be,
For faith without works, love without obedience, is just a sham, hypocrisy.

“So speak and so act as those who are to be judged by the law of liberty” (James 2:12, NASB).

Christ desires that we become like Him in every way, and why wouldn’t we want to,
(Remaining shackled by sin, selfishness, emulating Satan, ungratefully too)?
For who paid the price for our sins, gave His life, suffered terribly on Calvary,
And now offers grace (that many use as an excuse to keep on sinning, sadly)?

No, God’s no fool, hence His standard of conduct — His Law — a law that we’ll be judged by,
For any who willingly keep on sinning, effectively Christ re-crucify.
And if that’s not the message you’re hearing, then it’s an unbalanced Gospel, believe me,
For it’s the message contained within God’s Word, wrapped in love, for He knows best, not we.

It’s a message that’s holistic, apostolic, one that we’re not to modify,
A message that we’re not to add to, nor take away from, in some way falsify,
A message we’re not to adulterate, but rather, adhere to, communicate,
A message that all who willingly receive and apply such, will joyously liberate.

“I urge you, brothers and sisters, to keep an eye on those who cause dissensions and offenses, in opposition to the teaching that you have learned; avoid them. For such people do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the simple-minded” (Rom 16:17,18).

Love without rules and consequences is seriously flawed, as all good parents know,
And in time, the results of such — selfishness, rebelliousness, lawlessness — soon show.
Hence why God ties love and obedience together (and let’s not forget context),
And why we should very thoroughly examine, compare and weigh, text after text.

“And this is love, that we walk according to His commandments...” (2 John 6, NASB).
“You were taught to put away your former way of life, your old self, corrupt and deluded by its lusts, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to clothe yourselves with the new self, created according to the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness” (Eph 4:22-24).

By Lance Landall

Here’s the key: In the context of salvation (Justification – right standing before God), law keeping is of no avail, but in the context of Christian conduct (Sanctification – right living before God), God’s law has value and validity.


The following comments are worth noting:

 "Thinking that people are basically good causes us to downplay the moral seriousness of the wrong we do. It prompts us to search for external reasons to justify what people do. Ever since Adam and Eve committed the first sin, the human race has been born morally corrupt. We are not sinners because we sin, we sin because we are by nature sinners. If each day we step out with a sense of conviction about the depth of sin in our souls and the pervasive impact it has on our lives we end up experiencing: A clearer sense that our problems are more internal than external; a true sorrow and humility about our sins that leads to change on our part; a deeper motivation to focus on and do good; a greater sense of accountability to God and others that He might use in our lives to mature us. Christ did not come to tell you ‘you’re ok’. He came to tell you that your not ok, but deeply loved, that you need radical surgery of the soul, and that He is just the surgeon to do the job. The idea that people are basically good is a belief that tickles our ears and makes us feel good about ourselves, but it is like the Pharisees – a white washed tomb that is pretty on the outside but full of death and decay on the inside. We need to confront our sinfulness honestly on a divine basis no matter how painful that will be."
Taken from the book — ‘Self-Help or Self-Destruction’ by Dr Chris Thurman.

"What our Lord said about cross-bearing and obedience is not in fine type. It is in bold print on the face of the contract."
Vance Havner (1901-1986)

You might also like to read my other poems "Once Saved, Always Saved" and "A Dangerous Doctrine".

2.  Contemporary Aarons

Have your pastor and the elders been conveying to you all those things they should be?
After all, that’s what they’re there for — to put it another way, such is their duty.
They’re there to call a spade a spade — in other words, they should say what needs to be said,
For there are times when the flock needs to feel the full force of a godly arrowhead.

If your pastor or the elders fail in their duty, God will hold them accountable,
For they’ve been set apart, and for the flocks spiritual well-being are responsible.
They’re to make it clear — in no uncertain terms — just how the flock should be behaving,
For often the ones who’re sitting in the pews are just as much in need of saving.

And sometimes that is the only time they get to hear the things that they need to see,
For many don’t study, nor study deeply; and live lives that are shamefully worldly.
Hence the need of leaders who will regularly remind them of their duties too,
For Heaven’s not for hypocrites, deliberate sinners, who their own ways pursue.

And nor for those errant pastors or elders who tickle ears generically,
Preaching and teaching what pleases, scared that they’ll lose their role, or unpopular be.
In other words, people pleasers, betrayers of Christ who wants the straight word spoken,
For how else will doomed Laodiceans from their lukewarm slumber be awoken?

Thus if your pastor or the church elders aren’t making you feel uncomfortable —
At least some of the time, that is — or where necessary, then all is far from well.
They have fallen down on their duty, and rather than leaders, are mere figureheads,
Yes, generals who’re not up to the task, archers minus their godly arrowheads.

Each pastor and each elder (for they’re one and the same), should preach a balanced Gospel,
For what car salesman — a car without a gearbox, brakes or radiator — would sell?
Likewise, what preacher would foolishly leave out this or that when it comes to Scripture?
For that would be akin to cutting out parts of a specially painted picture.

Yet, this is what happens when pastors and elders fail to prepare and warn their flock,
In order that as a body, or individually, they seriously take stock.
Such selective preaching or teaching, and lack of church discipline that’s linked with such,
Is found where pastors and elders have lost the plot; where they’re unsound and out of touch.

Such are oft found courting worldly ways in order to attract more into their pews,
A “means justifies the end” approach, which any watchmen on the wall would refuse.
Such reminds me of the rush for pews that Constantine created, and which soon saw
Half-baked Christians, heresy, and a holy and unholy mix come through the Church door.

In effect, pastors and elders are employed by God, and to His will only should bow;
Their sacred role’s a heavenly calling, apostolic, they’ve taken a solemn vow.
Thus popularity, people pleasing, and worldly ways, shouldn’t enter their mind,
For such foolishness — not just pastors and elders, but all Christians — should leave behind.

Yes, contemporary Aarons, complaining about their lot, eyes not on their Lord,
Foolishly wanting to have it both ways, hence how both God and their flock they defraud.
They’re there to call a spade a spade, and to labour until their energy is spent,
Willingly sacrificing, humbly leading, straight as a dye, doing things how God meant.

By Lance Landall


The following comments are worth noting:

"We are living in a day of self-seeking and irresponsibility, even in Christian circles. Few indeed are the Christian believers who have truly laid their all on the altar for Christ. Few are the spiritual leaders who truly put God FIRST. Rather they think first, albeit subconsciously, of their positions, popularity, salaries and the success of the organizations over which they preside. While professing strong allegiance to God and His word, they are nevertheless careful not to emphasize those passages from the word which might ruffle feathers or rock the boat, as we say. In spite of their professed fidelity to God's word and will, their first objective is actually to keep their organizations running smoothly and pleasantly so that they may continue to grow in numbers. This has become a way of life in Christendom, but in this matter too we should 'search the Scriptures daily,' to determine whether these things have God's approval, for however good and right a thing may seem, if it is at variance with the word, rightly divided, it is contrary to the will of God and therefore wrong."
Cornelius Stam (1908-2003)

"The task of the preacher is to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable."
Vance Havner (1901-1986)

"When there's something in the Bible that churches don't like, they call it legalism."
Leonard Ravenhill (1907-1994)

"Men love everything but righteousness and fear everything but God."
Vance Havner (1901-1986)

"Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many" (Matthew 7:13, ESV).

3.  Preach It!

If you’re going to preach, preach with passion and conviction, show you’ve met the Lord,
And yes, say it straight, even thump the pulpit, for many are listless and bored.
Yes, stir us from our slumber, our great peril, have us fall on our lazy knees,
Help us to truly sense our need, our wretchedness, and thus Earth’s last moments seize.

And why I now turn to Thee, Lord, and plead: Please send us preachers like those of old,
Men who’ll call a spade a spade, return us to Your Word, remind what we’ve been told.
Yes, men who truly know Your Word, Lord, men who have it embedded in their mind,
Men who have it written on their heart, men that these days are very hard to find.

Yes, men who won’t buckle under pressure, they committed and dependable,
Not falling victim to wayward women, but rather, strong and true like Daniel.
Men who’ll help us stand and not fall, tears in their eyes and a burden on their heart,
That we, Lord, from the straight and narrow, Your Word and loving arms, will not depart.

By Lance Landall

4.  Errant Pastors

I don’t have a problem with pastors, just errant ones, errant leaders, that is,
Those who act as if some church is theirs rather than God’s, solely and only His.
And they ignoring that each church is supposed to be run by elders, a few,
And not just a single man, for that’s where democracy quickly goes askew.

Oh, how it must rile God when pastors indulge in shouting matches, bullying,
Some throwing their weight around, misusing their clout, and even their own mud sling.
They pushing some agenda, working behind the scene, rallying supporters,
And busy peddling a new theology, disparaging would be thwarters.

Yes, these are the ones that I have a problem with, because my Saviour does too,
Such pastors being a poor example like those bad kings that ancient Israel knew.
And as a consequence, congregations rising or falling, falling apart,
Good folk having left, and all because of that errant path that some pastors chart.
 
By Lance Landall

5.  Never Support A Pastor's Wrong

Should your pastor err, do not support him in his erring, as you’ll be considered guilty too,
And by that I mean, in the eyes of God, for pastors are out of line when some wrong they pursue.
In other words, they going contrary to the will of God, who, in His own good time will act,
And who in the meantime doesn't want to see any member ensuring that that wrong is backed!

To go along with some pastor’s wrong simply because he’s a pastor is not only folly,
But the act of one whose conscience declares subservience to man and ignorance biblically.
For no Christian should put man before God, nor support error, but rather, where it concerns them,
Approaching the errant pastor in a Christ-like manner, unafraid to such error condemn.

The truth is, that not all pastors meet God’s approval, their ways not His, their leadership faulty,
They people pleasers, not God pleasers, harming the Church via their introductions or heresy.
And hence how the unstudied church member is oft led astray, they thinking that the pastor should know,
And yes, he should, but such isn’t always so; and via his wrongdoing, he aiding our old foe.

Given the pastor’s important role, his acts and words should be above reproach, though we being fair,
For all can err, but that said, he’s still to be held accountable should he wrongly behave or steer.
Though his office should be respected, he shouldn’t be treated like a god, for such he is not,
And should we support him in his wrong, and say, “Well, he is the pastor,” God might one day say, “What!”

By Lance Landall


"But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let him be eternally condemned!" (Gal 1:8, NIV).

For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ" (Gal 1:10, ESV).

6.  Behind Those Masks

A pastor-cum-leader who seduces, rapes, or sexually molests someone,
Seriously displeases and deserves the coming consuming fire of the Son.
A God who sees behind those masks that may fool humans, but not Him, for He sees all,
And why come those hidden sins — and here, criminal acts too — He’ll make a judgment call.

Now, should such traitors think that all they have to do is repent, they’ll get a big shock,
For they must also confess to earthly authorities, enter cell key and lock.
And thus should they not, and nor do the time, they’ll be barred from Heaven, consumed by fire,
For such offenders God can’t cover with His righteous robe-cum-heavenly attire.

And rightly so, for no one should get away with such crimes, no matter how sorry,
Be they someone who badly erred, or once a predator indulging wickedly.
And why all should seek to put right their wrongs as far as they are able, lest it be
That God’s grace not cover them, it not a cloak for sin-cum-passport for the guilty.

So take heart should you be the victim of some Christian leader’s criminality,
As God’s justice will soon have its day, and meantime, many don’t get away scot-free.
For aside from civil justice, what goes round oft comes round, and why now, many pay,
And despite they’re repentance, they having triggered what’s often seen to ricochet.

By Lance Landall


“For God will bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing...” (Eccl 12:14, NKJV).

7.  Popularity, The Preacher's Enemy

Oh yes, many a sound preacher has been seduced by his popularity,
It weakening his stand, diluting his words, and displeasing God immensely.
For God wants the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth spoken without fear,
For as in the days of Noah, so it’s becoming today, and Christ’s coming near.

Thus if ever there was a time for straight talking preachers, it’s now — like back then —
For soon the door of opportunity will shut out sinful women and men.
And also those within the Church who’ve itchy ears, worldly feet and lustful eyes,
And who all attempts to rescue the Church from liberality criticize.

Yes, now’s not the time for wishy-washy, watered down sermons that lull not stir,
And that thereby avoid the pointed truth, that today, far less Christians prefer.
And thus how popularity can soften many a straight preacher’s backbone,
His swelled head soon betraying both Christ and Church, self having ascended the throne.

No, now’s not the time for generic, non-pricking-cum-people pleasing sermonettes,
But rather, that which is needed, and regardless of how many such upsets.
For the Church is full of those who’re playing with fire, and who soon may end up burnt,
Given lessons of the past that God’s Word lovingly warns of haven’t been learnt.

Yes, the more popular a sound preacher becomes, pride is waiting to ensnare,
His concern for the flock’s well-being giving way to what sounds nicer to the ear.
And hence he even disparaging what he once thumped the pulpit over, and
All when the end of man’s probationary period is so close at hand.

By Lance Landall


"Popularity has slain more prophets of God than persecution ever did."
Vance Havner

8.  The Two Types Of Leaders

Within the Christian Church there are two types of leaders, those who please God and those who don't, perilously,
'Cause such leaders are there to see God’s will is done, they employed by Heaven, Christ himself, effectively,
'Cause it's His Church, not their Church, not even our Church, so woe betide any who meddle-cum-interfere,
Such as those leaders who anger God by the following which it’s important you know, and that I share.

Such leaders are either people pleasers or mini dictators, using any means-cum-wrongful means,
Hence the wordiness, heresy, misuse of authority within the Church amidst Earth’s closing scenes.
And such leaders either deluded or not truly converted, and why trust must be in God, not them,
'Cause many who're professing they’ve been called of God and are speaking in His name, He would strongly condemn.

Such leaders mess with heads, they playing with their parishioners, using them to their advantage somehow,
And rather than teaching one’s conscience should be captive to God’s Word, it’s to their word they want us to bow.
They oft getting folk on their side, ensuring that certain ones get appointed to certain positions
(And they, those who’ll kowtow to such leaders, thus exchanging God’s mission for countless other missions).

Pastors come and go, many attempting to swing things in some direction they’ve embraced, not God, oh no,
'Cause God’s truths, ways and will don’t change, nor recognise culture, as any studier of His Word should know.
All why members should do their homework, 'cause how often have leaders led astray, and so it is today,
Many having left behind the old paths in favour of new paths, sneering at the apostolic way.

By Lance Landall


This poem was upgraded 29 Feruary 2020.

9.  Thus Says God's Word

Even holy angels aren’t to be worshipped, bowed to, showered with adoration,
And therefore, less so any man, we not deserving of such elevation.
And thus why God wasn’t happy with His chosen people demanding a king,
And why even priests were there to serve, glory for fallen man being a bad thing.

Oh yes, Earth’s history having proved such over and over again, sadly,
And why only God is due adoration, fallen man too power hungry.
And thus so unlike our humble Saviour (Christ), He astride a borrowed donkey,
And to think that men have sought crowns, thrones, palaces and pomp and ceremony.

Oh, how such robs Christ of the glory that He alone is due, not mortal man,
God being the creator, man simply His creation, and pride how evil began.
Hence why Christ is the head of the Church, not some man, and why Christ is called the Rock,
And why no one else is to be followed or bowed to by members of His flock.

As far as ancient Israel goes,

God ruled that old theocracy directly until they clamoured for a king,
One just like the pagan nations had, and from which, troubles were soon seen to spring.
Yes, it all ending in a painful divorce, they no longer God’s chosen ones,
And why all who accept Christ as their Lord and Saviour are His daughters and sons.

Wow, fancy Israel exchanging the King of kings for a fallen earthly one;
In other words, they hollering for a human rather than the Father’s Son.
Or to put it another way, the earthly appealing more than the heavenly,
And why in time there were the likes of kings and popes, Christ being the casualty.

All why God never intended such be, and thus why it is that now we see
The glorification of man, followers treating others like deity.
But surely not Christians, for don’t Christians know better? Well, they certainly should,
Hence why millions stray, wander after Revelation’s "beast"-cum-swallow falsehood.

Dear friend, men are simply that, men, all why pastors should be held accountable,
No one treating them God-like, and where they err, not going along with their ill.
Yes, pastors-cum-priests are simply filling a role, they there to serve and not rule,
Hence why anyone who lords it over others, or bows to men, is a fool.

Oh, if only ancient Israel hadn’t sought a king, but isn’t that the way,
And why the likes of taxes, corruption and persecution were soon to dismay.
All being why our trust should be in God and not in any man, for men soon err,
Or cleverly mislead — and onto themselves, that glory that’s not theirs transfer.

Thus says God’s Word.

By Lance Landall


“Then I [John the Revelator] fell at his feet to worship him [the angel]. And he said unto me, ‘See thou do it not: I am thy fellow servant, and of thy brethren that have the testimony of Jesus: worship God [God only]…’ ” (Rev 19:10, KJV).

“Salvation is found in no one else [Christ], for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12, NIV).

“And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven” (Matt 23:9, KJV).

“And God placed all things under His [Christ’s] feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills everything in every way” (Eph 1:22,23, NIV).

“ ‘Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you [from an unbelieving Israel] and given to a people that will produce its fruit [note Heb 8:10]’ ” (Matt 21:43, NIV). Note Matt 22:8,9; 21:40,41,43; 24:1,2; 23:37,38; Gal 3:28; Col 3:11.

“He [Christ] is the Rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is He” (Deut 32:4, NIV).

“ ‘And I say unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock [Christ Himself] I [Christ] will build My church [spiritual Israel], and the gates of hell [Satan’s power over the grave, death] shall not prevail against it [Christ triumphed over all of Satan’s power and by that triumph has provided assurance that His church on earth will also triumph. Satan couldn’t hold Christ with the cords of death (Acts 2:24) and nor will it be possible for him to hold any who believe and trust in Christ (John 3:16; Rom 6:23)]. And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven [Christ’s words of life, knowledge that leads to eternal life]: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven [the Church on earth will require only what Heaven requires and will prohibit only what heaven prohibits]’ ” (Matt 16:18,19, KJV).

"...And all the world marveled and followed the beast [power]" (Rev 13:3, NKJV).

10.  With Respect, Rick Warren

(Author of "The Purpose Driven Life")

With respect, Rick Warren, I believe you’re another pied piper, one of many,
For so many have gone before you, and you won’t be the last, undoubtedly.
Peddlers of unsound doctrine, who please the masses by tickling their itchy ears,
Teachers of secular theology, pop psychology, that wrongly steers.

Such has ever been the way, hence how Christians stray, duped by foolish Aarons, who,
A feel good, pagan, eastern, new age humanistic gospel fusion pursue.
Yes, wolves in sheep’s clothing, false prophets, amusing goats rather than feeding sheep,
Charlatans who cut and paste Scripture, and have Christians in a hypnotic sleep.

God’s Word states that the way is narrow, but not you, Rick, you consider it broad,
Hence why you’re avoiding the likes of repentance and judgment, unlike your Lord.
Yours is a gospel that’s virtually acceptable to everybody,
Much like Robert Schuller’s and Joel Osteen’s, which leave out accountability.

Your global alliance of Christian leaders and organizations is a threat,
For where’s this movement heading, what will it eventually aid and abet?
False doctrines have always enjoyed social and ecclesiastical acceptance,
Hence why when one looks closely, they’re peppered with stains from Satan’s fingerprints.

Yes, yours is a new gospel, Rick, a universal spirituality,
One that’s focused on the outward growth of the Church, not doctrinal purity.
One hooked on self esteem, self fulfillment, Warren study rather than Bible study,
A people pleasing push, that apologizes to those acting lawlessly.

You claim that God loves all kinds of music, which is incorrect biblically,
Hence why we’re told that the musicians of Babylon won’t see eternity.
These musicians aid false worship, much like you’re promoting, eroneously,
Worship that has less to do with Christ and more to do with “What’s in it for me?”

Yes, your kind of gospel, Rick, has a pleasure seeking cruise ship mentality,
One that’ll result in a tragic spiritual Titanic, ultimately.
Your way’s very wide, but not so God’s; He takes His truths very seriously,
For He’s the ‘God of Truth,’ and His truths are sacrosanct, He guards them jealously.

Your way is the soft sell, it’s full of compromise, quotes from dubious teachers,
Your way offends our Saviour, for He has never called candy coated preachers.
Rather, He’s calling men who’ll blow the trumpet, for His coming’s very near,
And more than ever, that very same message that Noah preached, this world needs to hear.

Your gospel’s generic, Rick, its watered down, unlike the apostles ministry,
For they weren’t afraid to offend, condemn, and God’s truths defend vigorously.
“Don’t judge,” you say. Well, there’s a half truth, Rick, for on the other hand we’re told to,
Thus it’s all to do with context and not selectiveness, a fool’s avenue.

Tell me, since when has any man had the right to put his own stamp on God’s Word,
Or to avoid or exchange certain biblical doctrines for that which is preferred?
No, your gospel’s not one I recognize, except in places, tragically,
And as for your “forty days,” what happened to God’s timetable, choosing, please tell me?

Your way is full of dangerous error, like raisins in a cake, one you’ve made,
But one that appeals to many (perhaps some who righteous living wish to evade).
One completely opposite to Christ’s, who said, “Take up your cross and follow Me,”
Knowing such aren’t loved by the world, unlike you, enjoying popularity.

No, the Christian walk is all about self denial, thinking of others, not “Me,”
It’s about the Spirit empowering, sanctification, gaining the victory.
Grace is all very well, and so are good deeds, but that isn’t where it ends, Rick,
For when it comes to our walk, God’s Word and His will, He never said, “Take your pick.”

By Lance Landall


The content of this poem has been drawn from various sources.

11.  With Respect, Benny Hinn

With respect, Mr Hinn, I believe you’re misleading many,
And while doing so, fulfilling biblical prophecy.
You see, these healing sessions of yours, don’t fit with Scripture,
But rather, they support an apocalyptic picture.

When Christ healed (when He was on earth), He didn’t act like you,
Didn’t surround Himself with glamour and glitz, money too.
And never promised healing to all who’d pray and believe,
But rather, only where it was His will, thus, you deceive.

You see, our God doesn’t interfere with cause and effect,
Therefore, such healings are something that we shouldn’t expect.
God might, where it’s His will, but not wholesale — rather, rarely,
Unlike all those healings that you perform so frequently.

And for which, Mr Hinn, there’s no documented evidence,
Evidence that I would expect to be in abundance;
Bona fide doctor reports, before and after x-rays,
Testimonies from sound medical staff, that proof conveys.

Yes, where are the pages and pages that such proof display,
Or, as I suspect, would those pages the opposite convey?
After all, if these healings were genuine, it would be clear,
And the evidence plentiful, which you’d be the first to share.

Where are the healed quadriplegics, those once blind, who now see,
Those who’ve had their missing limbs restored, miraculously?
And are there any dead you’ve brought to life? Yes, dead, Benny.
Remember Dorcas, Eutychus? When will you such copy?

Folk never fell backwards when Christ healed, that’s an invention,
It’s foreign to Scripture, isn’t the Spirit’s intention.
No one was “Slain in the Spirit,” nor needed help to stand,
After seemingly being hypnotized, then pushed by a hand.

I can’t help feeling sorry for the thousands that attend,
Who, in such an undignified way, backwards soon descend.
Yes, there they lay, flat on their back, where they seem to remain,
Often amidst humorous banter, for you entertain.

God can answer their own prayers, Mr Hinn, He doesn’t need you,
They’ve direct access to Him, who’ll heal, should He decide too.
And any He would use, would be those who’re acting humbly,
Not those acting like showmen, those acting improperly.

Besides, if God healed us of our ailments each time we prayed,
He’d have lots of shallow followers — freeloaders, I’m afraid.
He’s not some Father Christmas, but a God who acts wisely,
Knowing trials and pain build character, test one’s loyalty.

Yes, that’s the reality, not these so-called healings we see,
Clothed in fanfare, surrounded by noise, even absurdity.
Such creates unfair expectations; is acting cruelly,
And no doubt leads to discouragement, eventually.

Thus, with respect, Benny Hinn, you’re leading people astray,
You’re not acting biblically, nor doing things God’s way.
Rather, you’re misleading and harming, I firmly believe,
Thus, could it be, that at Christ’s coming, you’ll have cause to grieve?

By Lance Landall


Check out the following link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPfig7MunPs

“Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Thy name? and in Thy name cast out devils? and in Thy name done many wonderful works?’ And then will I profess unto them, ‘I never knew you: DEPART FROM ME, ye that work iniquity’ ” (Matt 7:22,23, KJV).

“And this is the boldness [confidence in approaching] we have in Him, that if we ask anything ACCORDING TO HIS WILL, He hears us” (1 John 5:14).

“Instead, you ought to say, ‘IF IT IS THE LORD’S WILL, we will live and do this or that [we are not to presume upon God. We cannot command healings in His name]’ ” (James 4:15, NIV).

12.  Pastors And Wealth

If a pastor’s rich, that’s okay, perhaps, if not via God’s money,
That is, via tithes and offerings, that members give freely.
He’s entitled to a wage, a modest, livable one, that is,
But beyond that, not a single cent is rightfully his.

However, were he wealthy via another income, say,
He shouldn’t flaunt his wealth, and a lack of judgment display.
Rather, he should share his wealth, just like his Master would do,
And help ease poverty and misery via such revenue.

Pastors shouldn’t go building treasures on earth, but instead,
Should be setting an example, for they’re a figurehead.
Ostentatiousness was not Christ’s style, so ours shouldn’t be,
But one of self sacrifice, temperance and modesty.

Given the times we live in, the poverty and misery,
Any pastor flaunting wealth would be acting mindlessly.
However, along with wealth comes responsibility,
Hence why God’s watching closely the actions of the wealthy.

Expensive yachts, racy cars, flashy suits, simply don’t fit,
And nor does razzle dazzle, for none, humbleness emit.
The pastor’s focus should be heavenly, and such convey,
Not a worldly picture that look at me, and mine, will say.

Neither should pastors surround themselves with churchly treasure,
Nor build extravagant churches that’ll provoke God’s displeasure.
Simplicity in everything — yes, responsible stewardship,
Is the message each pastor should be giving each fellowship.

Christ asked His disciples to forsake everything for His sake,
And expects no less today from those who the same vows take.
Indeed from everyone who takes His name, and life desires,
And who to the sanctified life surrenders and aspires.

By Lance Landall

13.  Don't Hinder God's Men

Pastors may err (and there’re always wolves in sheep’s clothing), but despite that being so,
Pastors aren’t there to be pulled to pieces, and nor are they mealtime fodder, you know.
But men who should be prayed over that they might be faithful and true, and thus not err,
And as for those wolves — well, pray that God will expose them, whose wrath they sure incur.

The truth is, pastors are human too, and therefore, and just like us, they make mistakes,
And are often wearied by the rounds of their parishioner’s gripes, slackness and aches.
Yes, it no small thing to tend a flock, and sheep so inclined to bleat and stray, and hey,
Pastors aren’t there to bog down with trifles, for so much closer is Christ’s coming day.

By Lance Landall

14.  Pastors

Has your pastor let you down, did he wrongfulness display,
Has he erred, or wandered from the straight and narrow way?
Are you feeling great concern, are you feeling most upset,
Reluctant to approach him, unsure what response you’ll get?

Despite wrong he may have done, even wrong he may be teaching,
This man who’s been appointed, via love and prayer needs reaching.
Only that way approach him, for he’s human just like you,
And Satan’s out to get him, as he’s after pastors too.

Satan tries to get control of the leaders in each church,
Knowing, should he be successful, his way their flock could lurch.
So he does his very best to mislead and tempt these men,
Who what’s right should live and preach, and error rightfully condemn.

Pastors may need approaching, for there’re times when folk we must,
But as to how and when to, only in the Lord’s ways trust.
And should they react wrongly, simply leave them in God’s hands,
'Cause these ones who err like you, God loves, and their lot understands.

Their role’s not an easy one, hence they can get discouraged,
Thus sometimes in their ministry, they too need to be encouraged.
So every congregation should surround with love and prayer
Both faithful and erring pastors, as both, need our help and care.

We all, one way or another, misrepresent the Lord,
And sometimes we drift too from the Rock where we were moored.
So let’s show love and mercy t’wards the pastor who drifts too,
For pastors aren’t infallible, hence wrong things they sometimes do.

Praise God for those who’re called, who accept the pastoral role,
Those dedicated men who have a burden for each soul.
May these pastors always be faithful leaders of the flock,
Sound in word and action, aware they’re answerable to the Rock.

By Lance Landall

15.  Leaders

God will hold accountable leaders in the Christian church,
Their every word and action, and their heart He’ll also search.
For they’re watchmen on the walls of the Church that He holds dear,
They’re watchmen He’s appointed till that time when He’ll appear.

They’re to guard the Church’s gate lest Satan enter and adulterate,
And on the Day of Judgment will answer to the Magistrate.
Where, if they have been faithful, He will say to them, “Well done,”
Or, if they’ve been disloyal, “Depart from Me. Reward? There’s none.”

Each Christian’s an ambassador who represents the Lord,
Each is accountable, thus rebellion they can’t afford.
But more so those who’re leaders, 'cause they’re there to guide the flock,
And uphold each precious truth entrusted to them by the Rock.

So woe betide those leaders who soon stray from what is right,
Who act hypocritically, mislead, or division incite.
Yes, woe betide those leaders who distort God’s Holy Word,
And who bring wrong into the Church that they think is preferred.

All leaders should make sure that what’s said and done is right,
For the Lord will not excuse those who’re careless with the Light.
Throughout Israel’s history and the reign of each new king,
Kings were classed as good or bad given the following thing:

When they embraced idolatry, they were considered as bad,
And that foolish choice they made, soon saw Israel troubled and sad.
But when they shunned idolatry, and/or such evil removed,
They were considered as good, and Israel’s lot then improved.

And so it is with leaders in the Christian Church today,
They’ll either shun what is wrong or embrace what’ll lead astray.
Thus within the sight of God they’ll be classed as good or bad,
And receive eternal death, or in Heavenly robes be clad.

Not in leaders, but in God we trust, and given history, that's a must.

By Lance Landall


Yes, pastors are leaders too. A congregation will not usually rise higher than its leadership. Hence a Christian leader must exemplify the principles of his profession.

16.  Smack Between The Eyes

Yes, smack between the eyes, no messing about here, but as straight as it gets, and with very good reason,
'Cause people pleasers are plundering Christianity, sacking our Father’s house, committing treason.
The personal assaulting of Christ himself, the Church’s architect, who gave no such authority,
And who’s no less definite about His requirements; the consequences still the same, ultimately.

Hence why the warning trumpet must be sounded loud and clear, 'cause woe betide those behaving so wrongly,
They aiding Satan’s final push to secularise and paganise the church and Christianity.
His attempt to defile, corrupt, cloud, twist, distort and dismantle whatever’s sacred territory,
Hence the people pleasing changes that are overturning what God once directed apostolically.

And hence why God’s not looking for the likes of better methods but better men, men He can rely on,
Who midst such, will remain faithful and true like Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego did in Babylon.
They watchmen who’re not afraid to challenge and condemn the wrongs of contemporary moneychangers,
Who when it comes to God’s will, the upholding of all that’s true and right, are but enemies and strangers,

'Cause such religious rogues turn churches into nothing that resembles a church, but everything else though,
They effectively becoming cafeterias, social clubs and entertainment centres of our foe.
'Cause Satan's always sought to adulterate sacred times and places, and to savage the Scriptures too,
He working via betrayers of Christ who destroy from within, who weaken, cheapen and cleverly woo.

So mind, brothers and sisters, 'cause if such be you, you’ll soon find yourself on the wrong side of Heaven’s gates,
'Cause that which assaults and lessens respect for sacred times, places and His Word, God seriously hates.
Oh yes, He no mamby pamby, wimpy, gooey gushy God, all marshmallow centred-cum-sickly soft,
But an almighty God, one who’ll destroy defilers of all that’s His, not those holding truth aloft,

Not those who show the greatest respect and reverence for all that belongs to Him, setting such apart,
Not merging and mixing such with the unholy, they faithful to the end, sound in mind and pure in heart.
They not casual about either their salvation or those things that are dedicated to God, who,
Has always drawn demarcation lines, unlike those with their anything goes approach, which they’ll soon rue.

Oh yes, 'cause where worship's defiled by the likes of rock guitars, drum-kits, clapping, pretence and comedy,
God's wrath will one day visit as surely as it did in days gone by, it scorching justifiably,
'Cause God's a Holy, righteous God, one who wants us to come out of the world, thereby witnessing truly,
'Cause in this case, difference makes the difference, and in every single way, not hypocrisy.

By Lance Landall


This poem was upgraded 22 February 2020.

"I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them. For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the minds of naive people" (Rom 16:17,18, NIV).

17.  Progressive Churches?

I've heard the name “progressive” mentioned in regards to certain churches supposedly ahead of the rest,
But from what I've seen, read and heard, such churches are very far from what that title appears to suggest,
And are simply nothing more than contemporary people pleasing social centres, which, I must add,
Have left their moorings, ignored storm warnings, lightly regarded charts and compass, lost their bearings, and who’s glad?

In other words, they’re churches moving in the direction of what people want (not God), who this can't see,
And who as a result, are moving further away from what’s right, straight, proven, tested, blessed and heavenly.
Thus rather than progressing, they’re going backwards — liberal, reckless, loud, daring and prideful —
And as far as their casualness, irreverence, worldliness and jest go, God’s had a bellyful.

So let me make something clear: If a church (alias its members) isn’t becoming more sanctified,
More Christ-like — loving, humble, receptive, righteous, obedient, true, and biblically fortified
(Alias doctrinally sound and God focussed) — it’s far from being a “progressive” church, and is plain deluded,
And upon the clear will of God has trampled, very selfishly and disrespectfully intruded.

The so-called “progressive” church is a rebellious church, pridefully thinking its got the drop on others,
When what its members are really doing is, misleading and confusing fellow Christian sisters and brothers.
It’s a church that goes easy on sin, one slack in discipline, a pandering, molly-coddling idol,
A church where its unfaithful members are on a forbidden path that’s spiritually suicidal.

In other words, they're dicing with eternity, are very foolishly aiding our adversary.

By Lance Landall


This poem was upgraded 29 February 2020.

"This is what the LORD says: 'Stand at the cross roads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls' " (Jer 6:16, NIV).

"But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed" (Gal 1:8, NKJV).

"For the time has come for judgment to begin at the house of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the end of those who do not obey the gospel of God?" (1 Peter 4:17, NKJV).

18.  Contemplative Prayer?

The "Emerging Church" is effectively an infiltrated Protestantism that’s teaching disguised heresy,
It’s historic opposer the culprit, and Protestants too blind to see — wayward, self absorbed, confused and worldly.
Yes, interested in anything but obedience, wanting to be raptured from responsibility,
And now, seeking the very presence of God via that which has its roots in Eastern mystical nonsense, sadly.

Such being contemplative prayer, courtesy of those “spiritual formation” seminars, the theology
Being that of Ignatius Loyola, which includes his “spiritual exercises” — such being, apostasy.
This founder of the cruel Jesuit order had a passion for mysticism, which Scripture condemns strongly,
For such allows Satan (and thus evil earthly agencies), to gain access to one’s mind, eventually.

Whilst Martin Luther searched the Scriptures, Loyola searched the “spirits,” the former seeking truth, the latter falsehood,
And ever since, via the use of the latter (Loyola’s errant teachings), the devil has been up to no good.
Hence all that falling away from truth that is seen, and that mystical place called “silence”-cum-  contemplative prayer,
Via which fallen angels can leave their imprint, such minds being easy targets, they like open cupboards that are bare.

Yes, that mystical place called “silence” is nothing more than the trance of psychics, mediums and occultists, and,
A post modern mindset that’s moved beyond the rational and factual into the experimental and
Mystical come the New Spirituality, a mingling of the true with false, which is Satan’s strategy,
For what better way to deceive and give falsehood credibility right in the heart of Christianity?

In other words, we’re talking spiritualism, an altered state of consciousness that is devil inspired,
And unrecognised as hypnotism — yes, there’s always a cost when that which is outside the Word is more desired.
And hence why Satan dresses false theories in attractive garb, and uses those who look beyond the Holy Word,
For he knows that he has a greater chance of succeeding where anything but the Word and will of God is preferred.

The “Emerging Church,” despite any initial good intention or points, has become a hijacked vehicle,
One that via the likes of contemplative prayer is taking the same route as that espoused by the wicked Jezebel.
Rather than going solely by God’s Word, many have been wandering after this and that, beguiled by sidetracks,
Such being modern serpent whisperings that appeal to itchy ears, and such just resulting in schisms and cracks.

Sadly so, they've been deceived by the New Spirituality-cum-the experimental and mystical;
Another attempt by the serpent to appeal to the emotions — yes, that higher plane thing, which leads to ill.
In other words, that cunning spiel that Satan used on Eve, which saw self and pride reach for that forbidden apple,
And which no doubt saw Satan saying to his mates (and soon certain men on Earth to others), “Didn’t we do well?”

By Lance Landall


"You should not believe your conscience and your feellings more than the
Word which the Lord who receives sinners preaches to you."
Martin Luther (1483-1546)

Also beware of the works of the likes of Eckhart Tolle.

19.  Growing Healthy Churches?

Oh dear — Growing Healthy Churches — a title that suggests that there’s probably been a failure somewhere,
And I would have to concur, but Growing Healthy Churches isn’t the answer, just something more to fear.
And the reason is, because it’s another flawed attempt at church growth that's succumbed to the numbers game,
Hence why God’s not looking for better methods but better men, who unashamedly, the truth proclaim.

So the truth is, that Growing Healthy Churches is a failure too, 'cause all it does at best is fill pews,
Pews that God wants to see filled with committed, Bible savvy members, those who a more righteous way choose.
Not tire kickers, rubberneckers, only go so far types, who tightly hug both grace and the world, and sing
Anything but “I surrender all,” and who in their half-baked conversion, further ills into a church bring,

As happened in Constantine’s day. No, growing healthy churches...

Just encourages both members and pastors to measure their success on a numerical basis,
And to apply that tired old “End justifies the means approach,” which God’s Word condemns, and they should know this.
But having embraced so many worldly ways already, they’ve lost sight of such, hence their further straying,
They anti denominational order and structure, rules losing out to their liberality.

Appointments become political rather than spiritual, and what to do with those who disagree,
Who, should they hold office, not for long, no doubt, opponents silenced and ostracised — all far from healthy.
And Growing Healthy Churches they call this — well, you could’ve fooled me, each pastor a dictator, clearly,
One who forms alliances with those who’re supportive, working behind the scenes undemocratically,

He thus wrongly undermining moral conviction and faithfulness as the Christians highest duty.

Or so it goes (no surprises here), 'cause Growing Healthy Churches is a method that’s not recognised,
And I meaning, it’s not known to Scripture, nor has it been blessed apostolically, 'cause it’s unwise.
Yes, a method that exchanges the power of the Spirit for the workings of men, who fail to see
That it’s quality, not quantity God’s after, the faithful having always been a minority.

By Lance Landall


This poem was upgraded February 2020.

20.  The Likes Of Lewis And Tolkien

One thing’s for sure, and that is, that Satan is an incredibly evil being,
Though the depth of his depravity and sophistication most aren’t seeing.
They only too happy to embrace the ghoulish, bizarre, twisted and distorted,
Thereby ensuring that Satan’s attempt to savage mankind is supported.

And they without excuse, for God said to leave the forces of darkness alone,
We shunning anything to do with such-cum-avoiding that anti-God zone.
Yes, it full of what will drag us down to Satan’s level, such being his desire,
For not only does he want us to become like him, but suffer the same fire.

God never intended we see those unholy images Satan’s behind,
Be they immoral, sick, false, spooky, weird — even moral laced, let me remind.
And that meaning, those same elements being used for some so-called worthy story,
Hence those ghosts, wizards, witches, hobbits and spells that Christians watch so avidly.

Since when did God endorse using such evil to aid some moral tale? — NEVER! —
For what has light to do with darkness, so woe to those so sinfully clever.
Yes, they talented regarding graphics and animations-cum-such movies,
But God highly displeased with that holy and unholy mixture that He sees.

Yes, we’re talking about the occult, a territory that is very real,
And truly very scary, though thanks to Satan, it now packaged to appeal.
And appeal it does, but to Christians? Well, thanks to the likes of Lewis and Tolkien,
Christians by the millions are indulging in a fusion that God says is SIN.

By Lance Landall


“...for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath light with darkness? ” (2 Cor 6:14, KJV).

“Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them” (Eph 5:11, ESV).

“You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too; you cannot have a part in both the Lord’s table and the table of demons” (1Cor 10:21, NIV).

21.  Never Do This

When given the opportunity to speak from the pulpit-cum-take a sermon in church,
Never condemn wrong behaviour within that you’re guilty of too (nor from a self-righteous perch)
— Such usually going together —
Though it’s fine to speak in more general terms (though one should mind any hypocrisy here too),
It’s sinful and folly to condemn and point to wrongs within that you’re just as guilty of too.

And for example: Adultery or watching porn.

Yes, forgive me repeating such, but such is a terrible misuse of a church’s pulpit,
And in God’s eyes, such blatant hypocrisy no doubt outrageous, and that person most unfit.
And by that I mean, they not worthy of such a privilege (and their gall scoffed at, probably),
Though the pulpit (come worship time), should really only be used by those who’ve pastoral authority.

Lest Christians have forgotten, the pulpit-cum-that important worship hour when all are seated,
Is the domain of pastoral instruction-cum-education, which shouldn’t be defeated.
However, with the liberality ensconced within, the pulpit’s become a free-for-all,
And by that I mean, all and sundry are standing before the flock, and many who have a gall.

The pastor’s-cum-elder’s worship hour opportunity to instruct is somewhat critical,
For such is the time when most and all come together, and when only sound words each church should fill,
Not hollow ones, the pulpit being the channel through which God indirectly speaks, thus dare it be,
That from that set-aside and serious platform, anyone speak so hypocritically.

Never do what?

By Lance Landall

22.  The Book Of Revelation — A Must Know!

The book of Revelation isn’t as complex or mysterious as some seem to claim, and wrongly,
'Cause such discourages others from bothering to see what this book is really all about, sadly.
A book that each Christian should know like the back of their hand, 'cause important messages are contained there,
End-time revelations-cum-warnings that everyone really needs to know, 'cause Christ will soon appear.

So what are these things we need to know?

Well, for one thing, God's warning us (via symbolic angels) to leave behind what's worldly, false and corrupt,
'Cause the evils of heresy, pagan falsehood, and spiritualism, Christ will soon interrupt.
And I meaning, via His consuming wrath which will bring an end to all He views an abomination,
Including an End-time power that’ll be controlling Earth, one that oppresses civilisation.

One that eventually demands everyone worship it, hence its religious nature, clearly,
And obviously a political “beast” too, 'cause it has the clout to ensure compliance, you see.
All why Christians shouldn’t be aiding some Church and State alliance, any falsehood or heresy,
'Cause God's clearly warning against such, and says, “Come out of her,” calling such Babylon, naturally.

Hence dangers inherent in today’s ecumenical scene, and why we should study diligently,
'Cause today, God’s speaking to individual hearts, not setting up some modern-day theocracy.
Sure He always appealed to the hearts of individuals, but I am simply making a point here,
Which is, that God won’t be blessing any End-time power or alliance, 'cause this, the Scriptures make clear.

One more book to turn to is Daniel, 'cause both Daniel and Revelation are linked prophetically,
And I meaning, there’re connections between the two regarding what I’ve mentioned apocalyptically.
And what a blessing one receives from searching their chapters, 'cause within them, God’s love and care is revealed,
And I meaning, via His timely warnings, of which history attests, but which the devil wants concealed.

All why we need to know both books intimately, relying on Scripture (God), not men-cum-their plans, who
Rely on force, powers, alliances, majorities and so on, which in time they have cause to rue.
And so it will be prior to Christ’s return, 'cause it's clear politics and religion will wed, foolishly, 
And when folk cry “Peace and safety,” sudden destruction will greet them, 'cause their plans were flawed and contrary.

Yes,

Two things God’s fussy about are truth and separation from the world, He the God of truth, and Holy,
And thus wants us to be upholders of truth like Him, we growing in righteousness, shunning what’s worldly.
This automatically meaning, not being unequally yoked with the State, a marriage from Hell,
'Cause God has cursed such, and thus destruction its end — yes, it’s honeymoon only lasting a little spell.

By Lance Landall


This poem was upgraded 7 March 2020.

“You adulterous people, don’t you know that friendship with the world is hatred toward God? Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God” (James 4:4, NIV).

"Then I heard another voice from heaven saying, 'Come out of her, my people, lest you take part in her sins, lest you share in her plagues' " (Rev 18:4, RSV).

“Then I saw another beast [power] coming out of the earth. He had two horns like a lamb, but spoke like a dragon [deceptive in appearance because it later changes character, becomes Satanic]. It exercised all the authority of the first beast [previous power] on his behalf, and made the earth and its inhabitants worship [obviously it’s religious] the first beast [in other words, it effectively fulfils the previous powers desires], whose fatal wound had been healed [revives from its previous fall from power]” (Rev 13:11,12, NIV).

"And he [the second "beast," alias the "image"] performed great and miraculous signs, even causing fire to come down from heaven to earth in full view of men. Because of the signs he was given power to do on behalf of the first beast, he deceived the inhabitants of the earth..."
(Rev 13:13,14, NIV).

“He [the second beast — the new political-religious system] was given power to give breath [begins to function] to the image [copy] of the first beast, so that it [the image] could speak [through its laws and enactment’s] and cause [force] all who refused to worship the image [copy] of the beast [the first beast] to be killed” (Rev 13:15, NIV).

"In the time of those kings [today], that the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed [a direct reference to Christ's second coming], nor will it be left to other people. It will crush all those kingdoms and bring them to an end, but it will itself endure forever" (Dan 2:44, NIV).

“For when they shall say, peace and security; then sudden destruction comes upon them, as the pains upon her that is with child, and they shall not escape.” (1Thess 5:3, Douay-Rheims Version).


The following is worth noting too:

"As Christians we are not here to provide an ethic for society or the state, but to clearly define an ethic for disciples of Jesus Christ. In the American system of government it is difficult for this stance to be understood. We operate with the myth of being a Christian nation, and we seek to interpret for society an ethic that we can bless as Christians. We need a new awareness of the pluralism of the New Testament, that the crucial issue is the difference between the church and the world, and that the church operates "within the perfection of Christ," while the world operates outside the perfection or will of Christ. Christians influence the state for good through Christian ethics and integrity, but they do not equate church and state. Only an indepth understanding of this issue can save us from a cultural and a civil religion."
Myron Augsburger

23.  History's Repeating Itself

America, land of the free — well, not any longer, 'cause it’s just a cosmetic democracy,
A country that has lost its way, its watchman asleep, an enemy within that’s working silently.
A wooden horse has snuck past the Statue of Liberty, or been invited in (many would argue),
It’s villains having infiltrated every nook and cranny, but under the sun there’s nothing new.

Hence why American Protestantism is nothing like it once was (Protestantism full stop),
It’s compromising leaders and members having embraced any gimmick, guru, sound, style, place and prop.
And as for doctrine, it’s take your pick, not that there’s the same to choose from, 'cause what once was, isn’t anymore,
Or hardly so, given that God’s Word has been chipped at, and a pagan, Roman mix has come through the door.

And now,

With the Protestant Reformation having been tipped on its head, there’s that loud holler for unity,
Which, though so contrary to Scripture, is now embracing a political-Christian militancy.
An infiltrated movement that will further ill, though thinking otherwise, having succumbed to lies, fear,
Having put its trust in might and men, rather than the Lord, whom some hardly obey or truly revere.

The end result? A New World Order (old one in disguise), one that’ll be made up of strange bedfellows,
One that will eventually force its dictates and dogma on all (Satan leading it by the nose),
One that God will destroy, and those who support it, 'cause it will become an “image” to the “beast,” you see,
A copy of a past religious-political “beast” that sought the same, but hey, who’s into history?

And that’s the trouble, 'cause we’re meant to learn from history, not repeat past mistakes, nor create new ones,
Thinking we can solve things via people power, Church and State, a New World Order, legislation or guns,
'Cause God is found in none of these, no matter how much Christians may think so, and such they will soon find out,
Given Christ (at His coming) will destroy all of man's kingdoms, 'cause all such, His will, commands and ways flout.

By Lance Landall


This poem was upgraded 7 March 2020.

“Then I saw another beast [power] rising out of the earth. It had two horns like a lamb and it spoke like a dragon [deceptive in appearance because it later changes character, becomes Satanic]. It exercises all the authority of the first beast [previous power] on its behalf, and makes the earth and its inhabitants worship [obviously it’s religious] the first beast [in other words, it effectively fulfils the previous powers desires], whose mortal wound had been healed [revives from its previous fall from power]” (Rev 13:11,12).

“And it [the second beast — the new political-religious system] was allowed to give breath [begins to function] to the image [copy] of the beast [the first beast] so that the image [copy] of the beast [the first beast] could even speak [through its laws and enactment’s] and cause [force] those who would not worship the image [copy] of the beast [the first beast] to be killed” (Rev 13:15).

“A third angel followed them and said in a loud voice: “If anyone worships the beast and his image and receives his mark on the forehead or on the hand, he, too, will drink of the wine of God’s fury, which has been poured full strength into the cup of His wrath. He will be tormented with burning sulphur in the presence of the holy angels and of the Lamb. And the smoke of their torment rises for ever and ever. There is no rest day or night for those who worship the beast and his image, or for anyone who receives the mark of his name.” This calls for patient endurance on the part of the saints who obey God’s commandments and remain faithful to Jesus. Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, ‘they will rest from their labour, for their deeds will follow them’ ” (Rev 14:9-13, NIV).

"In the time of those kings [today], that the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed [a direct reference to Christ's second coming], nor will it be left to other people. It will crush all those kingdoms and bring them to an end, but it will itself endure forever" (Dan 2:44, NIV).

24.  That Intriguing 666

Home - Poems - Quotes - Purpose - Author - Contact

Site best viewed at a screen resolution of 1024x768
Tested with Opera 9, Safari 3.1, Internet Explorer 6 and 7