Poetry With A Mission

...a thought provoking poetical exercise.

“ ‘Do not judge according to appearances, but judge with
righteous judgment’ ” (John 7:24, NKJV).

If someone says, “You’ve no right to judge me,” they may actually be incorrect,
For there’s judging and there’s judging, something on which we need to carefully reflect.
Generally, judging is just evaluating any given situation,
Which is something that we’ve cause to do each day, for much needs close examination.

And then, once weighed, we make our judgment call, which is perfectly acceptable,
For anyone who doesn’t act this way is clearly very irresponsible.
Everyone needs to weigh the behaviour of others, lest that behaviour lead astray,
And also what others, or any source of information, might somehow convey.

Only foolish folk don’t carefully consider what they have been told, heard, or read,
For at the end of the day, that’s why we have a brain positioned within our head.
A brain where knowledge and experience should be regularly stored and employed,
For how else can we much pain, misery, heartache, or material loss avoid?

Only foolish folk don’t weigh the actions of others, whatever those actions be,
For there are so many folk acting incorrectly, selfishly and foolishly.
Thus, I wouldn’t get too caught up on that “You’ve no right to judge me” mentality,
For often the ones who say such, don’t want to accept they’re acting injuriously.

As far as Christians go, warning a straying brother or sister is their duty;
This may mean pointing out another’s wrong, which is hardly acting judgmentally.
Those who do act judgmentally have a critical spirit, and act self-righteously,
They’re somewhat obsessed with fault finding, have a ‘holier than thou’ attitude, sadly.

The long and short of all this is, that we can judge, but we should judge appropriately,
Not hypocritically, unjustly, carelessly, thoughtlessly, arrogantly.
It’s only this latter judging that God condemns, not rightful judging, which makes sense,
For ignoring any indulgent destructive sin is surely a bigger offence.

By not confronting offenders, we deny them the opportunity to learn,
Which later could be to their detriment, and which could see us God’s displeasure earn.
“Don’t judge me” comments are rooted in relativism, a humanistic tenet,
A tenet that with Scripture, loving concern, and plain common sense, just doesn’t fit.

Anyone who says that we shouldn’t judge others is not in touch with reality,
Or they’ve not defined the context in which their statement may have some validity.
It’s simply not possible to live our life without making judgment calls, so,
Let’s be sensible, and the “You’ve no right to judge me” mentality, quickly outgrow.

Tell me, who gets married without making a judgment call?
Shouldn’t judge?
Of course we should judge!

By Lance Landall

“...And I [Paul] have already passed judgment on the one who did this…” (1 Cor 5:3, NIV).

“ ‘And why do you not even on your own initiative judge what is right?’ ” (Luke 12:57, NASB).

“ ‘You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, AND THEN you will see clearly
to TAKE the speck out of your brother's eye’ ” (Matt 7:5, ESV).

"If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault..." (Matt 18:17, ESV).

"Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him..."
(Matt 17:3, ESV).

You might also like to read my poem "To Judge Or Not To Judge."  


Regarding tolerance:

The truth is that we cannot tolerate others unless we disagree with them. We don’t “tolerate” people who share our views. We do not tolerate something we either accept or are indifferent to, because it requires nothing of us. Instead, tolerance is reserved for those we think are wrong. By definition, tolerance implies disagreement or dislike. Since tolerance requires a disagreement and an initial objection, it follows that the least tolerant person is the person who accepts everything, because such a person is not required to overcome any internal objections. Much of what masquerades as tolerance today is not genuine tolerance at all but actually cowardice—the fear of being unpopular in the eyes of our relativistic culture. In the context of church discipline, many so-called tolerant churches which fail to discipline erring members betray their impotence or lack of backbone.
Unsure of source.

Too Afraid To Say

Christians should never be afraid of saying what God wants said, and besides, such is their God given duty,
And even more so where they’ve been entrusted with a leadership role within the Church — and this, quite clearly —
For those who lead, direct, and instruct the flock, do so on God’s behalf, who wants nothing smoothed or diluted,
And nothing left out, but presented boldly, no matter how much such is disliked, or even refuted.

“But some young person may stop coming to church because of such,” the people pleasing Laodiceans say,
Or those who’re genuinely mistaken, they oft having been convinced by those who certain things wrongly weigh.
For what about those who stray because of what isn’t said? — and possibly to their eternal damnation,
And all because of those who’re effectively more concerned with someone’s feelings rather than their salvation.

To mind this or that, would see so much never mentioned, and thus, the pastor and watchman gagged, effectively,
Which is what Satan wants, for such leaves folk to snooze and play, hampers revival, laughs at accountability.
Yes, for where there’s no stomach for the straight word, there’s usually little desire for church discipline as well,
And why within most churches today, anything and everything is going down — a tragic parallel. 

For God’s people have been there before — remember ancient Israel? — they bucking the straight word-cum-God’s will too,
And then enter the half converted in Constantine’s day, Christianity being the ‘in thing’ to pursue.
And it’s no different today, thanks to that rebellious, worldly, self pleasing, easy street lineage;
One that prefers Aaron type leaders who coo and cuddle, and that the holy and unholy seeks to bridge.

In fact, if ever there were a time for pulpit thumping preachers, it’s today, for things are in a bad way,
And the very reason being — that those things that need saying — frightened, weak and erring leaders are loath to say.
Hence God makes it clear what He thinks of those who save their own skin, they betrayers of Him, effectively,
For the hour of His judgment has come, and why all that needs saying must be said, and without apology.

And another thing: What about those who stop coming to church due to what they see as wrong introductions,
Such as certain contemporary worship styles and music-cum-drums, or clowns and dramatic productions?
And bearing in mind that a church wasn’t designed as an entertainment centre, social club, nor hospital,
But as a house of prayer, instruction and study — the focus on God, not us — for there, such is God’s will.

Yes...

It seems we’re oft too concerned over what we shouldn’t be, and not concerned enough over what we should be,
Our focus more on ourselves, or the pleasing of others, rather than on acting rightly and faithfully.
And since when has the straight word hurt anyone? — other than when such has been conveyed pharisaically,
And even then, if it’s truth it’s truth, which only a fool ignores, but what’s right we’re to do, and willingly.

Yes, say whatever's needed, and say it straight, but with tears in your voice, love in your eyes, and Christ in your heart.

By Lance Landall


“Then I saw another angel flying in midair, and he had the eternal gospel to proclaim to those who live on the earth — to every nation, tribe, language and people. He said in a loud voice, “Fear God and give Him glory, because the hour of His judgment has come. Worship Him who made the heavens, the earth, the sea and the springs of water” (Rev 14:6,7, NIV).

"Also, I set watchmen over you, saying, 'Listen to the sound of the trumpet!' But they said, 'We will not listen.' " (Jer 6:17, NKJV)

"For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths" (2 Tim 4:3,4, 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 sevant of Christ" (Galatians 1:10, ESV).

"All scripture is God breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work" (2 Tim 3:16,17, NIV).

"Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him..." (Matt 17:3, ESV).


"It is a poor sermon that gives no offense; that neither makes the hearer displeased with himself nor with the preacher"
George Whitefield (1714-1770)

Out Of The Closet

Am I anti Gay folk? No! Am I anti same-sex sexual acts? Certainly!
Why? Because my God is, and if He is, then that is His direction for me.
Am I homophobic? No! And nor is God, for He loves all humanity,
Which is why I would never treat a Gay person any differently.

As I understand it, Gay people can be born that way, unfortunately;
The result of various things going astray in the womb, undoubtedly.
Therefore, such is hardly their fault, and they, thus deserving of our sympathy,
But not our acceptance of same-sex sexual acts; which Paul condemns strongly.

Was Paul a prisoner of his culture? No, for God made male and female,
Thus, those who attack Paul's condemnation, clearly God's boundary walls assail.
And also sense, for just take a look at the male and female anatomy,
Which clearly shows that same-sex sexual acts have no legitimacy.

Thus, the Christian Gay person should refrain from such -- it's a cross that they must bear,
Just like any other cross, and they're not alone, for burdens we all must bear. 
But such is a very small sacrifice when compared to our eternal prize;
And given God's coming consuming wrath, a path that's much safer and wise.

God means what He says, His Word is trustworthy and true, far from out of date, 
As it's still clear that women were meant for men, and men for women, (meant to mate).
And hence why same-sex sexual attraction is unnatural, not meant to be,
In other words, such is abnormal, a distortion, even an absurdity.

Yes, "As in the days of Noah," hence that blatant 'coming out' that we see today,
And oh, how the closet door has sprung open, for we're often hearing, "I'm gay." 
It seems as if such has become fashionable, a badge to be worn proudly, 
And hence those cries of "Live and let live, and certain changes legislatively.

Whether one's born that way, or so conditioned, God will not excuse its practice,
For same-sex sexual acts draw one into an unhealthy shameful abyss.
An abyss of Satan's engineering, which breaches a demarcation line, 
Assaulting God and His Word, and violating His creational design.

Despite all the woes besetting earth, God still wants His directives maintained,
For against such, (and more so during such times as these), Satan has shrewdly campaigned. Yes, midst times like these, he tries to make gross offenses seem minor, or not sin,
And is attempting more than ever to corrupt the masculine and feminine.

Regardless of the times, it's the Christian's duty to uphold God's will, and fully,
Thus, what's wrong is wrong, and shouldn't be embraced, lest one incur the penalty;
Yes, not just God's wrath, but those meantime consequences that plague society,
And that can seriously and injuriously affect one personally.

We can't get around God's Word, though many try in order to sanction some sin,
A sin in itself, which clearly shows that something's seriously amiss within. 
When it comes to our walk with God, and our salvation, we can't have it both ways,
Which sinners will soon find out, as did ancient Israel, for rebellion never pays.

By Lance Landall

Remember: It's sin that God hates, not the sinner. 

“For this reason God gave them up [allowed them to reap what they sowed] to degrading passions [the unnatural vices of pagan society]. Their women exchanged natural intercourse for unnatural [anal], and in the same way also men, giving up natural intercourse with women, were consumed with passion for one another. Men committed shameless acts with men [homosexuality, sodomy] and received in their own persons the due penalty for their error [sexually transmitted diseases, ill health or death]" (Rom 1:26,27).

"And since they did not see fit to acknowledge God [this implies that their rejection of God was not unconscious], God gave them up to a debased mind [God left them to a state of mind that was evil] and to things that should not be done [indecent, perverted, unatural]. They know [revealed in the conscience] God's decree [judgment], that those who practice such things deserve to die [the final consequences of sin] --yet they not only do them but even applaud others who practice them [show approval, encourage, heartlily endorse]" (Rom 1:28,32). Note also Phil 3:19.

"Likewise, Sodom and Gomorrah and the surrounding cities, which, in the same manner as they, indulged in sexual immorality and pursued unnatural lust [sodomy], serve as an example by undergoing a punishment of eternal fire. Yet in the same way these dreamers also defile the flesh, reject authority, and slander the glorious ones" (Jude 7,8).

Man Talk

Earl was in a reflective mood, his chin on his hand, his eyes closed, forehead furrowed,
And nearby was a friend of some years, who, Earl’s expression was trying to decode.
Earl was a deep thinker — Paul too, for that matter — both similar in many ways,
But this particular day seemed to be one of Earl’s more sombre and reflective days.

Paul looked at Earl enquiringly. “Penny for your thoughts, mate. Something bothering you?”
Earl’s eyes opened somewhat lazily, his friend’s lanky frame now coming into view.
“Well, Earl began, “I was feeling bad about our middle-aged neighbour, Bob Cherry,
And how some young women called him a pervert when he cast a glance their way recently.”

“It’s okay for us young males, seemingly, but woe betide males somewhat elderly,
Who, at the end of the day, are still males too, and males can’t help being males, quite frankly.
Knowing Bob, I’m sure he meant no harm, and the way most girls dress today, dear me,
It’s pretty hard not to look — thus, I think Bob might have taken it rather badly.”

Paul sat down next to Earl, legs outstretched, sipping from a hot drink somewhat gingerly.
“Oh dear,” he replied, “I’m sorry to hear that. He’s a lovely guy, wouldn’t harm a flee.
And he was probably thinking back to his younger days, and no doubt pensively,
But you know, it must be hard for these older guys now, given the sexuality.”

“By that I mean, things were hardly like this in their day — women dressed far more modestly,
And today, there’s so much promiscuity, girls leading guys on quite blatantly.
I guess some of these older guys must feel that they’re missing out, rightly or wrongly,
Thus, it must be pretty tough on them — so in their face — and doesn't seem fair to me.”

“I agree,” echoed Earl, “And it must be hard on married guys too, quite honestly,
Given one can dial a prostitute — or via a computer, bring up pornography.
Such must be quite a temptation, which is why I guess many act unfaithfully,
For even if they’ve a gorgeous wife, they’re confronted with teasing bodies daily.”

“Say, did you notice Judy at church last week? She was seated in the opposite pew.”
Paul raised his bushy eyebrows and nodded his head knowingly, having seen her too.
“Man,” he responded, “I could hardly keep my eyes off her — now there was a stumbling block!
I bet those older guys were struggling with it — I mean, what a sexy looking frock.”

“It wasn’t just the frock,” Earl replied, “I know! I know!” Paul shot back. “Revealing, ay?
Hardly appropriate for church. I bet there were a few thoughts going askew that day.”
“Yes,” Earl agreed, “But for a Christian girl, surely wrong at any time, don’t you think?”
“I’ll say,” replied Paul, “Imagine those wolf whistles, the crude exchanges, and that wink, wink.”

They both fell silent, just the ticking of the old wall clock sounding in the room now,
Earl’s chin back on his hand, eyes staring into space, other hand stroking an eyebrow.
Their thoughts returned to Bob and his unfortunate glance, given the harsh reaction,
And they both thinking to themselves how much more there was to those words “fatal attraction.”

How many others like Bob Cherry would hear “pervert” ring out, unjustifiably?
And how many married men would yield to temptation, lose it spiritually?
After all, men are roused by the flesh, it’s the way they’re designed — a burden today,
Given all the sexuality that’s on tap, and so publicly on display.

And tragically, coming from Christian women too, who should know better, surely,
For the ways of the world, and the current state of dress, are far from the heavenly.
And by doing so, even Christian women reap what they sow, for why should they not,
Given that they’re playing with sin, and can’t help looking back like that foolish wife of Lot?

And while they’re at it, dragging men down with them; ensnared by what’s bared, publicly shared,
Yes, those fashionable stumbling blocks, those Philistine ways, that they shouldn’t have dared.
And to add insult to injury, confusing hard to stop glances with deviant stares,
Both being something no women can prevent, when, what she’s unwise to, she willingly bares.

By Lance Landall


Names used are fictitious

Within this poem there are four verses that I have plucked from my secular poem "Serious Fools, And Then There's Sex" and which here, have the odd variation.

Below The Belt

Satan knows man’s weakness for women, and in these last days that we’re in, has focused his attention on such,
Encouraging the sexy, promoting the pornographic, and hence why lust has many men in its clutch.
But not just men have been ensnared, for so have women, who once such blatant sexualness would not have dared,
And who’re now regarded more as objects, and is it any wonder, given how much they’ve publicly bared.

So once again, another thing sanctioned by the Lord has been corrupted, for sex was for marriage alone,
And even there, wasn’t to be defiled, for even within marriage, there are things that God cannot condone.
And rightly so, for marriage doesn’t make perversion pure, nor make lust righteous, even if two be agreed,
And hence why when purity, temperance and selflessness are missing, troubles and divorce are guaranteed.

Yes, Satan has things figured, knows man’s Achilles heel, and is milking such for all its worth, hence the "sexy,"
In other words, the tight, low high, sheer, the teasing and gaping, the tempting and baiting, and so on we see.
Be such via the street, the stage, the cinema or T.V., or via videos, billboards, books and magazines,
Debasing, enslaving and destroying — yes, Satan's cruel and knowing attack on men midst Earth’s closing scenes.

And hence why there’s no question that the sexual is one of the biggest issues that’s facing us today,
And why I’ve sought to address such, given how many are in its clutch, thus adding to the moral decay.
Yes, most without shame, simply treating sex like a game — and others, succumbing to seductive temptation,
And then there is those same-sex sexual acts, which, going by the Word, come under even greater condemnation.

Well, be it this or be it that, if it’s wrong it’s wrong, and those who continue in such, have reason for fear,
For God has made His will known, and the consequences too, which the Holy Word of God conveys loud and clear.
And, I must add, such instruction and warning is the product of love, love that knows what’s best for you and I,
Love that the strength to resist and overcome any sexual temptation, will via the Spirit supply.

By Lance Landall

A Call To Christian Wives 

It’s only natural to want your husband to desire and admire your body, but I’d mind the "sexy,"
Lest such too often play on your husband’s mind, for men are men, and are very affected visually.
In other words, such may detract or subtract from his love for you as a person, alter things mentally,
That is, may have him dwelling more on the sexual than is healthy, thereby spoiling things maritally.

Such can also see your husband delighting in showing off your physical attributes — a stumbling block,
That is, both to him and other folk, and is something that should never be found within any Christian flock.
And lest you’re confused, we’re talking public sexiness here, displaying that which only your husband should see,
That is, when you're alone in the marital bedroom, or in your home, and even there, acting thoughtfully.

Yes, sex is God given, but it has its time and place — sexiness too-cum-titillation and immodesty,
Something that outside of marriage is condemned by Scripture, and that’s actually a form of adultery,
That is, if it’s a married woman that’s doing the titillating, drawing another’s man’s attention,
That is, to what he shouldn’t see, or be aroused by, and thereby, perhaps misread that woman’s intention.

Now, surely every Christian knows this — well, apparently not — or they’re ignoring such — going by what’s seen,
For Christian woman after Christian woman has willingly succumbed to the teasing “sexy” fashion scene.
And to boot, amidst Earth’s closing scenes, where Christians should be divesting themselves of all that’s not heavenly,
For Christ will be looking for a bride who’s virtuous and faithful, not one who’s flirtatious, vain and worldly.

Yes, sexiness has its time and place, though “sexy" is a very worldly word, one that’s hardly for Christians,
For “sexy” has far more in common with saucy, raunchy, kinky and naughty-cum-many deviant sins.
Therefore, dear Christian wife, it’s better not to use such a word, and to mind how you go, even privately,
That is, in your marriage, for even there, that which teases should be used with great care, lest it soil purity.

By Lance Landall


“Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous” (Heb 13:4, ESV).

“I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God” (1 Tim 2:9,10, NIV).

Women, Haven't You Been Told?

You haven’t? Well, if you’re a genuine Christian, you’re hardly without excuse, even if you haven’t been told,
For the Bible is clear enough regarding the various things that we as Christians are meant to uphold.
After all, and to get to what you should’ve been told anyway, how could any Christian endorse sexy?
Unless we’re talking about the privacy of the marital bedroom — otherwise, it’s adultery.

Well, a form of, that is, if one is married, for no married Christian woman should dress up sexually,
And by that I mean, publicly so, as she will quite clearly attract other men, and this, immodestly.
And there’s the other point, for where is that virtuous moral woman that every Christian female should be?
(That is, whether she is married or not), and not a stumbling block, for the flesh is most men’s weakness, you see.

Thus, that sexy look places temptation in a man’s way, even a married man’s way, hence his adultery,
Well, often, that is, or in his mind, as if he’s not tempted enough by what’s out there, like pornography.
And why God won’t hold a Christian woman guiltless should she dress sexy, for as I mentioned, God’s Word is clear,
And not meant to be taken lightly, for we’re His ambassadors, have been told to walk obediently.

And hey, turning up at church looking sexy — well, that’s the ultimate slap in God’s face, a double whammy,
For you not only take a man’s mind off sacred things, but shouldn’t be dressed like that full stop, rebelliously;
In other words, so contrary to Christian standards and principles — which yes, you should’ve been told as well,
But hardly need to be, so don’t slam the pastor — God will do that — for such, pastors are duty bound to tell.

By Lance Landall


"A gracious woman gets honor, but she who hates virtue is covered with shame" (Prov 11:16).

"Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming" (2 Peter 3:11,12, NIV).

"For the lips of an immoral woman drip honey, And her mouth is smoother than oil; but in the end she is bitter, Sharp as a two-edged sword. Her feet go down to death, Her steps lay hold of hell" (Prov 5:3-5, NKJV).

"Say to wisdom, "You are my sister," And call understanding your nearest kin, That they may keep you from the immoral woman..." (Prov 7:4,5, NKJV).

"...but rather determine this — not to put an obstacle or a stumbling block in a brother's way" (Rom 14:13, NASB).

" 'But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart' " (Matt 5:28, NASB).

Living In Sin

Okay, let’s cut to the chase: Living together isn’t marriage, but according to God’s Word, clearly sin,
And this, regardless of what we think, or what the law of the land allows; and here, I'm addressing the Christian.
The facts are, that God instituted marriage as a lifelong covenant — something not meant to be broken —
Hence why test runs, and arrangements for opting out at anytime aren’t biblical, for God himself has spoken.

Thus, Christian couples should marry in the site of God, and by that I mean, via a Christian ceremony,
They thereby bowing to His wishes; and thus their agreement to remain together being made publicly.
Yes, no quiet setting up home-cum-living in sin, for such shows no serious intention, and one big flaw,
And that being, their willingness to accept an easier way out should things turn sour, and hence that well oiled door.

Living together is a worldly way of bypassing true commitment and martial dedication,
Such proven time and time again by that well used door that is labelled compromise and accommodation.
For when dissatisfaction surfaces, or things begin to get tough, there’re few who’re prepared to tough things out,
And why anyone who says, “Let’s live together,” is someone whose genuineness we've good reason to doubt.

The biblical marital covenant provides both the wife and children with a certain security,
Such being something that is so essential for the well-being and protection of every single family.
And hence why Satan is the author of living together; and prenuptial agreements, which holler:
“If this marriage doesn’t work out…” — get the picture? The accent here, one’s assets and the almighty dollar.

Yes, man’s always hedging his bets, self-interest coming first, as with premarital sex — such being selfish —
And the reason why is, because lust cannot wait, its odour tainting marriages like a foul smelling fish.
And such being the result of a lack of discipline, the surrendering to passions, which never bodes well,
For those who can’t wait, carry the same lack of control into their marriage, hence why many become a hell.

God desired that via marriage we’d learn to live with our differences, things that annoy, and still get along,
Whereas living together-cum-living in sin, sees those very same things as good reason for moving on;
Just like some people church hop, and they oft the ones with the problem, for any hang-ups we don't overcome,
Are hang-ups that we usually take into another church or marriage, and there, beat the same old drum.

Yes, our marriage can say a lot about our spiritual condition, and whether we’re a true Christian,
And why what we don’t overcome there, we’ll have to overcome elsewhere, for all wrongful behaviour is sin.
And so too is living together-cum-living in sin-cum-rebelliousness, for it’s Satan’s substitute,
And thus a false witness and stumbling block — and if by their fruits we’ll know them, we’re not looking at healthy fruit.

By Lance Landall


Fornication: Premarital sex; Living together-cum-living in sin.


"Because the LORD was witness between you and the wife of your youth, to whom you have been faithless, though she is your companion and your wife by covenant" (Mal 2:14, ESV).

"Who has left the partner of her youth and ignored the covenant she made before God" (Prov 2:17, NIV).

"I hate divorce," says the Lord God of Israel..." (Mal 2:16, NIV).

"Marriage is honorable among all, and the bed undefiled; but fornicators and adulterers God will judge" (Heb 13:4, NKJV).

"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God...neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers..." (1 Cor 6:9, KJV).

"Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body" (1 Cor 6:18, KJV).

"Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin..." (Rom 6:13, KJV).

"Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness..." (2 Tim 2:22, KJV).

"For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication"
(1 Thess 4:3, KJV).

Satan's Bells And Whistles

It’s hardly surprising that miraculous healings are all the rage today within Christianity;
All part of the signs and wonders that we’ve been warned of — and oh, how so many have been fooled so easily.
While miraculous healings can and do occur, they’re certainly not happening like we’re being led to believe,
For God never promised such wholesale deliverance, hence all those false reports, for the devil loves to deceive.

Wherever there’s true revival and healing within Christianity, there’s oft a counterfeit as well,
For that’s how Satan works in order to mislead and divert from the real, and thus bring more under his spell.
And his counterfeits are usually showy, for he’s into signs and wonders, whatever amazes,
For he knows that such bedazzles and captivates the shallow and naive, and especially nowadays.

Yes, given the current preoccupation with the supernatural, many are ripe for the picking,
Hence why Satan’s surrounding dubious ministries with the dramatic and fantastic, thereby tricking.
Be such those bogus healings, weeping statues, ghostly apparitions, faces on stones, or signs in the sky,
All of which we have been warned of, for such are simply Satan’s theatrics which we’ve been told will intensify.

But you know…

The cross we’ve been called to bear, not only entails the ridicule of the world, and even persecution,
But the dealing with heartache and suffering-cum-testing trials — resting in Christ oft the only solution.
And by that I mean, that God seldom intervenes by removing our woes, but rather, gives strength to bear such,
For such develops character and proves our genuineness, given that most some easy way out would clutch.

Yes…

Most want anything but heartache and suffering-cum-testing trials, but the God of justice says otherwise,
For many who call themselves Christian are simply fair-weather Christians, their heart not set on Christ but the prize.
Yes, happy to take grace, but wanting to be raptured from persecution, delivered from personal pain,
Relieved of that cross that crucifies self, and cries, “Your will, Lord, not mine, for I count such no loss but gain.”

Thus, I'd mind Satan’s bells and whistles-cum-smoke and mirror healings.

By Lance Landall


“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). 

“The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with the work of Satan displayed in all kinds of counterfeit miracles, signs and wonders, and in every sort of evil that deceives those who are perishing. They perish because they refused to love the truth and so be saved”
(2 Thess 2:9,10, NIV). Note also 2 Cor 11:14,15).

"And he [the second "beast," alias the "image," alias the End-time power] 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).


You may also wish to read my poem, "With Respect, Benny Hinn."





The following poem is a take on Las Vegas.

Earth Vegas

Earth Vegas — the only one of its kind in the universe — Satan’s headquarters, recruitment centre, and,
The home of fantasy, fiction, falsehood, craftiness, deception, illusion-cum-devilish sleight of hand.
Yes, Earth Vegas, where everything’s at your finger tips, and where we — Satan's cohorts — eagerly await your call,
If you'll just dial — 0800 Forfeit Life — where you can then gamble away eternity — see it all.

And indeed you will, for midst the most attractive and sophisticated surroundings, so much will beguile,
For here on Earth Vegas we have the lot — everything for the discerning sinner — so please, come stay awhile.
Yes, we have anything and everything — vice and lust our specialty — for we’re so in tune with fallen man,
Who, via partaking of our services, thus ensures the furthering of what we initially began.

And lest I forget, we welcome Christians, many already members — and in fact, even helping us out,
For most of them are adept at merging this with that, thereby increasing our sales, territory and clout.
So don’t hold back — and, let me add — some of them are a part of our team, even thanking God for their success,
All of which fits in nicely, for such is like a seal of approval — though quite ironic, I must confess.

Yes, you’re sure to love Earth Vegas, unless such isn’t your thing, though we do our best to convince otherwise,
Hence those slick ads where sin is airbrushed and coloured to suit-cum-anything but the truth — in other words, lies.
After all, some would see us coming, and we might lose customers — the very last thing that we’d want to see,
For our narcistic boss delights in numbers, and if he had his way, he'd take in all of humanity.

In fact, that’s why he’s very interested in gaining Christians, though very hostile to some, I must say,
They being, those who’re opposed to Earth Vegas, and who accuse our boss of foul play, (though not so many today).
And hence why Satan's on their tail, midst collecting those other Christians who’re not so concerned, and thus easy meat,
They being the bulk, and more in tune with us and our aspirations — yes, lovers of pleasure-cum-Easy Street.

And that’s where we come in, only too happy to oblige, though some aren’t too happy with the way things turn out,
And they then badmouthing us, turning to Christ, or back to Him — and that we’re just frauds, having the cheek to shout.
Well, you can’t win them all, I say, though we do our best, and seriously hassle those who give us bad press,
Particularly those who’ve shunned Earth Vegas, annoyingly kitted out in their spiritual battledress.

Meantime, we’re upping the razzle-dazzle, giving our customers everything they want, and seeking new ones,
For we don’t want anyone going elsewhere, and thereby, receiving anything that’s labelled “The Son’s.”
Such is in opposition to our thrust, and why regarding such, we keep folk in the dark, naturally,
For Earth Vegas is all about fun, (self), living for the day, not about joy and peace, (others),  eternity.

By Lance Landall

Why Meat's Not For Me

Given you’re reading this, you’re clearly wanting to know why I’m a vegetarian — why I will not eat flesh. Well,
Eating flesh is a harmful practice, very inhumane, clearly contradictory, and hardly biblical.
Hardly biblical? Well, it’s just a product of the Fall, not mankind’s original diet, nor that of creatures too,
And though permission came later, God said not to partake of the blood or fat — and clean and unclean, Noah also knew.

However, despite this allowance, (in line with the above instructions), God tried to wean the Israelites off meat,
For they were to be representatives of a far better way, and therefore, no longer such a diet were to eat.
And yes, flesh food is very injurious indeed — a known medical and scientific fact — and hence why
God wanted it removed from their diet, and clearly wants it removed from ours as well, lest we get sick, and even die.

All of which those with a vested interest won’t say; and as for Christians who pursue such food,  aren’t they in denial,
Given that God considers our body to be a Holy temple? — one which such folk must thereby clearly defile.
And without excuse, for biblically, medically and scientifically, the following’s clear indeed:
That we weren’t designed for flesh food, can’t eat it without injury, hardly please God when we eat it, and nor such need.

Why did God allow such then, you ask? Well, there has been a lot of speculation, but right from its introduction
The lifespan and stature of humans rapidly decreased — thus this account surely adding to our education.
And surely we can see how inhumane the eating of flesh food is, and therefore, so very contradictory,
Given that each Christian should be anti-violence, anti-cruelty, anti-taking life unnecessarily.

After all, isn’t the Gospel message all about love, and here, isn’t there also a terrible irony,
Given that we tell our kids not to be cruel to creatures, and on the other hand, and surely barbarically,
Slit, gut, pluck and hack creatures, (or the butcher on our behalf), which we then roast, fry, boil and devour quite happily?
No, not the butcher — the flesh! — though come to think of it, isn’t eating flesh one step away from eating mankind...me...

you?

After all, isn’t flesh flesh? And don’t creatures have a face? And is this why there’s so much hardness in the world today,
And even among Christians? For there’re those who take their much loved gun and some poor creature unnecessarily slay.
That is, given there is other food available to them, food that God provided in the garden of Eden,
In other words, food that we were designed to eat, and not the injurious flesh food that most folk are taking in.

Many point to certain texts in defence of eating flesh, but any seeming endorsement can be explained away,
And at the end of the day, we’re either wanting what is better, or those things that our Lord and Saviour will dismay.
For after all, Jesus didn’t die so that we could continue in sin — that meaning, keep on doing just what suits,
But rather, to not only save but change us, for the old way's one that destroys and defiles — in other words, pollutes.

God knows that what affects the body can affect the mind, (and visa versa), and that ill health can hinder our walk,
Hence why when flesh food was introduced, He forbade the devouring of the more harmful flesh foods — for example, pork.
And evidence proves that what He forbade is more harmful, and by "more" I mean, as harmful as the rest and more so,
Which is why we all should return to a non-flesh diet, and refrain from any food that overtime could lay us low.

And let’s not go thinking that everything ended at the cross — hygiene for example, and part of the Jewish law,
(The ceremonial law, that is), for hygiene is still valid today, and thus something we should never ignore.
And nor the dangers of flesh — for after the cross, flesh never suddenly became fit to eat, and quite the reverse,
For evidence declares that flesh food is an even greater risk today, for things aren’t getting better but far worse.

Yes, we’re all meant to be making our way back to Eden, we're all mean to be preparing for the heavenly,
Not clinging to what amounts to a temporary post-Fall allowance, and given the hindsight and clarity.
But tell me, how can we truly talk of love, compassion, tenderness and the likes, whilst stabbing with our knife and fork
Creatures that God never intended for food, creatures that have feelings too — yes, isn’t it time that we walked the talk?

By Lance Landall


"If anyone destroys God's temple, God will destroy him. For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple" 1 Cor 3:17, ESV).

"Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body" (1 Cor 6:19,20, ESV).

"So whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, for him it is sin"
(James 4:17, ESV).

"But they [the Israelites] had a wanton craving in the wilderness, and put God to the test in the desert; He gave them what they asked [quail], but sent a wasting disease among them"
(Ps 106:14,15, ESV).

"But Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king's food, or with the wine that he drank. "Test your servants for ten days; let us be given vegetables to eat and water to drink." At the end of ten days it was seen that they were better in appearance and fatter in flesh than all the youths who ate the king's food" (Dan 1:8,12,15, ESV).


Note also Gen 1:29,30; 7:1-3; 9:4; Lev 7:23,24.

The blood and fat — both very toxic and dangerous territories.
Note the wording "Every moving thing" in Genesis 9:3, as the blood can only be drained at that moment a creature is killed. Thus, "Every moving thing" does not imply that any creature at all can be eaten, like many think.
You may also wish to read my Christian poems "Hazardous Food,"  "Head Back To Eden,"  and "Will You Respond?"  which also deal with this subject. Under the poem "Hazardous Food" are five commonly misinterpreted texts, each with an answer.

Is Satan Coming Too?

Yes, I suspect that Satan’s coming too, in order to get the drop on Christ in his own distorted way,
So watch out! — lest he appear on Earth passing himself off as Christ, and thus leading many people astray.
"What nonsense," you may well think. Well, if I were the old devil, I’m pretty sure that I would give such a try,
For what would I have to lose given my end, and if I pulled such off, it would be me folk would glorify.

Sure such might only be temporary given Christ’s soon return, but I wouldn’t let such get in my way,
For in the meantime I would enjoy the limelight, and via such, gain far more control and lead far more astray.
I would even endorse via my presence, words and acts, some current power that would aid my skulduggery,
Such being, the clever takeover of planet Earth, and the cunning infiltration of Christianity.

"Satan’s already in control," you might say. Well, that’s true in a sense, but it is clear that he’s after more,
In other words, lock, stock and barrel — and yes, he does have most Christians by the nose, but he’s still wanting more.
In other words, the lot! — and what better way than by pretending to be Christ, for there’s one thing that we know:
He’s capable of transforming himself into an angel of light, putting on a signs and wonders show.

Hence why I suspect that Satan’s coming too — that is, prior to Christ’s appearance — so I’d bear such in mind,
Lest sometime in the near future he appear on Earth masquerading as Christ, and thereby, fooling mankind.
And fool he will, for how many Christians know their Bible well? — and as for non-Christians, they will be in awe,
For there’s nothing like signs and wonders to convince — which, sad to say, the shallow and uninformed will soon draw.

By Lance Landall


"And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light" (2 Cor 11:14, ESV).

 

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