Signs and Times !

Are You Ready?

Welcome to what is 'in-process' of becoming our New

Signs and Times Reporting

(compliments of Mr. Randy Lawson, Sr. Elder First Christian Church of Kittery Point 

The latest world news reports the following:  Terrible storms, earthquakes, famine, stars falling from the skies (UFOs?), insane brutal acts, wars and rumors of wars.

What does Matthew 24, Mark 13, Luke 21, and Revelation say about the above?  We must be very serious about our beliefs in our Heavenly Father (YHWH, Elohim, Adonai) and our Lord Jesus Christ (Yeshua Messiah).  I do not wish to sound like some kind of prophet and do not want anyone to perceive that idea.  I am simply wanting to provide some thoughts that relate to the times we are experiencing.  Throughout the Gospels, Jesus (Yeshua) warns us to be watchful, and the only way that we can be watchful with meaning is by understanding the critical Scriptures that Adonai and Yeshua want us to know.  Above all, we must love the Lord our God and Jesus more that all things on earth and in heaven.  We must educate ourselves in the “Word of God” and arm ourselves with the “Armor of God.”  Otherwise we will not know the “truth” and will be easily deceived and taken by the evil one.  If you are reading this you should know that satan, the great deceiver does exist, and is hard at work.

If we are not in the end times, we are certainly in a period that reflects the initial tribulations spoken of in the Scriptures referenced in the list above.  This is a time when we must all take to heart the teachings of the whole Bible, the Torah through The Revelation of Jesus Christ (Yeshua Messiah).  We, who are truly believers, are evangelists who through the “Great Commission” are ordered to spread the “Good News” across the world.  Right now the world is in great need of the “Word” and the “Truth.”  Full denominations are removing the masculine references to our “Father” from their Bibles and from their hymns.  Sinful pagan behavior has again corrupted many churches, and we see around us the church of Ephesus encircling us with the hated works of the Nicolaitans.  Apostasy is rampant, taking our sisters and brothers deeper into the world of self-satisfaction and the “Me Syndrome.” 

All of these things are happening today around us.  Reports from a U.S. Senator, a Pentagon Intelligence Officer, and a U.S. Navy pilot of as many as 20 shining objects (UFO’s) falling from the sky and hovering around the USS Nimitz Aircraft Carrier Battle Group.  These serious times require us to reach out to others and reinforce the teachings of the “Gospel.”  It also requires us to insure that the “Truth” of the Holy Scriptures is maintained and taught.  We must be reaching out to people and bringing them to our Lord “Adonai” through Jesus Christ (Yeshua Messiah), and it is critical to eternal life and death that the “Armor of God” is taught to all and more importantly, put into practice.

Paul wrote and preached about our protection with the “Armor of God” in Ephesians 6

1.  The Belt of Truth,           2.  The Breastplate of Righteousness,                3.  Feet with the Gospel of Peace

4.  The Shield of Faith,      5.  The Helmet of Salvation,   and       6.  The Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God

All of the above are critically important to each “Believer,” and we must insure that we are “In Truth” the Believers who we say we are.  People who think they are believers and do not in “Truth” learn and follow our Lord according to our Lord’s teachings will not be acceptable in heaven.  See Matthew 7:21-23.

We Must Be Ready!!!     Additional messages to follow.

Author:  Mr. J. R. Lawson is a Christian and Elder of his church.  Served with the United States Air Force and a reserve unit: law enforcement and security.  A retired U.S. Government scientist with more than 35 years conducting research and special investigations for the nation.  He actively continues research into the Holy Scriptures and stays abreast of science and engineering activities.  He is an amateur astronomer and presents lectures on “Our Universe, The Power of God Revealed.”  He has received many national awards and U.S. Government awards and has been an invited speaker at national and international conferences.

Billy's Blessings !

Shalom Family !

What a somber yet 'Joyous' occasion the end of our County's Pastor's earthly life is !
So many people 'blessed', So many souls won, So many Disciples made, So very many
KINGDOM CONTRIBUTIONS made over his impactful tenure with us. Truly I tell you,
As our Savior is able to count the hairs on our heads, or the grains of sand at the beach,
our Lord is also likely the only one to be able to count the Kingdom Blessings bestowed on all of us through a lifetime of humble Ministry .  We have felt SO honored the be a Southern Maine partner of BGEA, and have been blessed beyond measure through our edifying relationship.

Please Enjoy the Billy Graham Tributes and Memories Below

Has Billy Graham Made an Impact on Your Life? Billy Graham was “pastor to presidents,” but he made a lasting impact on untold numbers of ordinary people in the U.S. and around the world. If Billy Graham has touched your life in any way, please share your story with us. Share Your Story

Watch Billy Graham’s Memorial Events Live Online On Saturday, Billy Graham’s casket will be transported via motorcade from Asheville to Charlotte, North Carolina. You can watch the motorcade and memorial ceremonies live online, and Mr. Graham’s funeral service will be streamed live next Friday, March 2. You can also watch around-the-clock footage of Mr. Graham’s life and ministry, including some of his most memorable Crusade messages. Watch Now Honoring Billy Graham in Charlotte and Washington, D.C. On Monday and Tuesday, members of the public can pay their respects as Billy Graham lies in repose at the Graham Family Homeplace on the Billy Graham Library grounds. Mr. Graham’s body will then be taken to Washington, D.C., where it will lie in honor inside the Capitol Rotunda—a rare distinction that has only been granted to four private citizens in the history of the United States. Read More Billy Graham’s New Home, by Franklin Graham “My father never gave up on me, even when I caused him pain. He lived like the Gospel he preached—a message he repeated till his last breath,” Franklin Graham said. “My father has joined my mother in heaven. He went to sleep in his home in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina and woke up in the arms of Jesus.” Read More

Football, Faith and Fellowship with FCA !

FOOTBALL, FAITH and FELLOWSHIP !

Inter-Church Fantasy Football

Kittery Point Maine, February 4, 2018:  Nine ‘ SUPER ‘ years ago, Pastor William (bill) Bayliss began a call to “ Inter-Church “ Ministry with a Southern Maine Inter-Church Fantasy Football Fellowship. Low and behold, 9 years later the Football Fellowship initiative and Step With Christ Ministries actively unites Southern Maine Bible based Churches with international ministries such as FELLOWSHIP of CHRISTIAN ATHLETES, whom played in and supported the church league this year.

The above photo depicts ( R to L), Pastor, bill Bayliss NAE/ NACM, 2018 League Champion, seven year old Dot Ryan of FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH of KITTERY POINT, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes State Rep. and (literal State Rep. in Maine ).,Ms.  Heidi Sampson.

Seven year old Dot Ryan ( the leagues first female and grade school participant ) definitely displayed her ‘football prowess’ to quite a handful of self professed ‘ Football Guru’s this year !

A league Church Rotating Trophy was also presented to newly installed Pastor, Gregory Lull.

Pastor bill recalls overhearing a league participant as saying, … ‘ I guess lil’ Dot pretty aptly showed us all exactly where to park our collective Ego’s’. ha ha !   Step With Christ Ministries looks forward to additional local community work with The Fellowship of Christian Athletes this spring and Summer, as well as to what he hopes is a Year of Redemption. For additional information on upcoming events please visit www.stepwithchristministries.blogspot.com   , and. www.fca.org .