Dangerous But Good

I was given a dream from God last night and the Holy Spirit gave me the interpretation as well. 

Yesterday, I read a news article about an Australian baby who was born, pronounced dead, then 2 hours later came back to life (August 27, 2010). 

After telling my husband about the newspaper article, he pulled up a news story on AOL news about a premature baby in Mexico that  came back to life inside its coffin as it was being buried (August 6, 2010).

I went to bed with a feeling that something wasn’t right about those stories.  I didn’t pray to ask for clarification, I just went to sleep.  God gave me the answer anyway in a dream.

My Divine Dream

In my dream there was a teenage girl in an indoor swimming pool.  The girl was standing upright in the water and her head was hanging down with her face in the water.  She was dead and had been dead in the pool for 7 days.  Everyone knew she was dead so they just left her there. 

I walked over to her and grabbed the back of her hair, pulling her head up out of the water so that I could see her face.  She opened her eyes and looked and me and started to talk, but it was the demons inside her which were speaking.

I pulled her out of the water and people took notice and came over.  With their help, I began rebuking the spirits inside her and casting out the demons.  The demon that had done this to her was named Death, which I knew because in the process it told me its name.

I cast out the demon Death, and there were other smaller ones that it was protecting as well.  The process of expelling the first demon took the longest, and it was a long and tiring battle.  It fought and fought and did not wish to leave her.  The power of God frightened it so much that the demon finally went out, and then the others left without a lot of trouble.

Afterwards, the girl was dried off and dressed, and we sat on the steps of a staircase talking.  She was talking and acting normally, as if nothing had happened to her at all.  It was as if she had not even been dead at all, let alone for 7 days.

The Dream’s Interpretation from the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit interpreted God’s dream for me instantly, and I woke up and praised God for his faithfullness!

Here is the interpretation:  Sometimes when people die, they are not really dead.  They have been entered by the demon named Death, which is an actual spirit creature.  What it does to people is it makes them appear to be dead.  It causes their bodies to cease exhibiting outward signs of life.  A doctor examining them will find no pulse, no heartbeat, no breathing, and no warmth.  Their bodies will go cold and begin to stiffen, just as a body who is actually dead. 

But this is a type of paralysis – a hold.  The person may be aware and awake inside or may just be “paused”, or unconscious.

They may be “dead” for hours, days, or even a week.  The supposed “dead” person may still really be alive even after being refrigerated in an icy morgue.

The demon can hold on long enough that it actually kills the person.  As in the case where a person pronounced dead is sealed into a coffin, they can actually suffocate from lack of oxygen.

Many times, the person who is believed dead will “come back to life” in the funeral home or at the burial service at the cemetery.  The reason for this is because the amount of praying going on and the presence of the Holy Spirit with those gathered together to pray forces the demon to let go – the people unknowingly cast the demon Death out with their prayer. 

The arrival of the body at a church for a funeral service may be what pushes the demon over the edge.  At that moment, the dead person seems to come back to life, because the demon Death has been forced out of their body. 

When they “died”, it may have appeared to be a heart attack, or a newly born baby that appears to be gasping for air.  The reason for the apparent struggle is because the demon is taking hold of them and there is a fight going on inside.  Many times, a doctor will find no illness or cause for them to have “died” in the first place.

This does not mean that the formerly dead person will not really die again, such as in the case of asphyxia from being confined (as mentioned above).  Jesus told us that a spirit would try to return to a person who had had demons cast out, but would bring more demons with it the 2nd time and would make it worse on the person than before.

Demonic attack is not a natural death.  They do it to be funny, to play games and trick people, and mostly for their own sick amusement.  It’s also enjoyable to them when the doctor in charge gets in trouble for something that wasn’t their fault.

God’s Instructions

God instructed me that we should all pray for discernment if we are ever in a situation like this.  Do not trust the physical outward signs of life or death as your indicator; instead, pray for God’s discernment to know if the person has truly died or is being held captive by the demon of Death. 

If you sense that a demon is at work, you will do better to cast the demon out of your loved one instead of spending that time grieving.  The faster you act, the sooner they will be back with you. 

To cast the demon out, first pray for God’s power and His Holy Spirit to assist you.  Then tell the demon that you are filled with authority by Jesus Christ to expel him from the person.  Tell the demon that they are not welcome in this follower of Christ and rebuke him.  Tell him you bind him and prevent him from harming this person anymore.  Cast him out in the name of Jesus and the Almighty one true God. 

This process may take a while; I’ve had wrestlings with demons that lasted for hours.  Be patient and cast the demon out by name.  If there are others with him, ask for their names.  They must answer you and they know it. 

They will normally only leave one at a time, meaning you have to do the whole process for each one.  You might get tired, so have another strong Christian with you that can take over to give you breaks.  Quote scriptures, quote Jesus, remind the demons over and over that YOU were given authority over them and you can make them leave by God’s power and Christ’s permission.

Dead Coming to Life More Common Than You Think

There are many more cases of people supposedly dead coming back to life at the funeral home or cemetery (of course these are in places that do not require bodies to be embalmed).  This is called the Lazarus Syndrome.

• Polish beekeeper, Jozef Guzy, 76, was pronounced dead of supposed heart attack.  Guzy came back to life in his coffin 3 hours later when the funeral director found a pulse accidentally.  He said, “Something touched me to touch his neck,” which is how he found the dead man was really still alive.  Doctors failed to find anything wrong with him!
• Jose Alvarenga in Paraguay had his baby die after birth.  The staff tried to revive the baby for 1 hour before declaring him dead.  Four hours later, the father opened the box holding his baby’s remains to say goodbye and discovered his baby was alive.
• 23 year old UK man comes back to life half hour after pronounced dead.

I was recently sent these questions from a friend and fellow Christian: How do you handle a situation in which Calvinist beliefs are being introduced into or even taught in your church by your Christian friends, pastors, or small group leaders?  Is Calvinism scriptural?

Calvinism: A False Prophet Has Arrived in Your Church

Calvinism (also known as the Reformed Faith) is a branch of Christianity mostly shaped by John Calvin in the 16th century. This alternative approach to the Christian faith is founded on the Five Points of Calvinism.

Many God-fearing, Bible-reading Christians are starting to see Calvinist beliefs infiltrate their churches today.  But is Calvinism scripturally based?  To know this, we must refer to the Bible at each of the 5 points of Calvinism to find appropriate scriptures to back it up and then see if it logically fits in with the message of the Bible.

Is Calvinism Scriptural?

The 5 points of Calvinism are enough to dispute the whole movement’s scriptural basis. 

We know that we can never teach something that isn’t scriptural.  So, even if I firmly believe something with all my heart (exaggerating example: that John the Baptist had 12 toes!)  I couldn’t teach it to my family or other Christians as truth if there is no scripture in the Bible to back it up.  I may think it makes sense, and I may really believe it, but as a minister and a Christian, the burden of proof from the scriptures is on ME before I open my mouth and talk about it.

Interpretations of the meaning of God’s intentions are touchy, and Calvinism can be seen as just that.  Statements about how God intends his grace, how He intends His salvation, etc., are not ours to make except as stated in the Bible.  It is no business of ours to assign our reasoning to God’s provision.  It is our place to accept it as He extends it to us in the Bible. 

We will use the first point of Calvinism to  illustrate the point:  “Total depravity”, that people are not naturally inclined to love and serve God, but must be forced to.  We know this is not scriptural, because man was made in God’s image, and God is love.  Even though we fell into sin, sin can’t change the essence of what God designed and created us to be: loving, praising, worshiping beings. 

It is Satan and his lies and deceit that make us think we are different from God when we are out in his wicked world.  It is the devil’s deception that puts us apart from God in the first place. 

And, while this is a bold statement that many might not agree with, I feel this belief of “total depravity” is not only unscriptural, but a demonic lie meant to confuse us and keep us away from God’s truth. It essentially tells people not to feel bad if they don’t serve God, because it’s just not in our nature to love him unless he makes us.  What a lie!

If something is contrary to the Bible, it cannot be from God.  Remember, the Bible foretells of the false prophets that will try to twist the word and confuse believers:

Matthew 7:15 “Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves.”

Mark 13:22 “For false messiahs and false prophets will rise up and perform signs and wonders so as to deceive, if possible, even God’s chosen ones.” (NLT)

2 Peter 2:1 “But there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the sovereign Lord who bought them–bringing swift destruction on themselves.” (NIV)

1 John 4:1 “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.”

We see a definite trend in all those scriptures: we are warned that the false teaching which will be spread into the church is evil, is meant to lead us astray, and is not from God. 

The surge in Calvinism, or its coming into fashion now as a trend in Christianity, is another part of the quickening we are experiencing living in the final days.  Satan is ramping up his “misinformation campaigns” to try to confuse Christians, even as God is pouring out his Holy Spirit like never before to try to save us all.

How Can Your Deal with Calvinism in Your Church?

Knowing that “flavors” and “alternative beliefs” in Christianity are not Godly is the easy part.  How to deal with this spreading of Calvinist beliefs to your own church friends is a more difficult question. 

Be a radical supporter of Christianity!  Always put His will first, which may include making tough decisions (towards one’s family, friends, or church) or confronting false teaching bravely, in turn hurting someone’s feelings.  However, when we keep in mind that hurting someone’s feelings is a whole lot better than letting them spread Satan’s lies, we can be bold as Christians and speak up.

First, pray for God’s understanding and the Holy Spirit’s help in this matter.  You know that the Holy Spirit can bring answers to the hardest questions and make it as clear as can be.

If you feel comfortable talking directly to your friends about the Calvinist beliefs sneaking into their lives, take another strong Godly person with you.  Make sure you pray first and ask the Holy Spirit to speak to them with your words. 

Be aware that where ever the devil’s lies are rooted in someone’s mind, there is a stronghold that demons can use to come and go in them.  You may not be talking to your friends at all during this discussion, as it may be someone else who is not well-intentioned speaking for them.

If you’d feel more comfortable talking to your pastor, then by all means bring up your concerns and see what he/she suggests.  It may be an issue that your pastor wants to address to the whole congregation, so as not to single anyone out, but to shed true light on the matter.

I am radically passionate for Christ, and I have fought demons head on.  They are not only sneaky, but they get a sick pleasure out of making people believe their lies.  It is like a game to see how many people they can lead away.  Christian mistruths are only designed to perpetuate Satan’s lies. 

If the Calvinist teaching is coming from your pastor, it may be tempting to just find a different church.  Don’t!  You must approach your pastor with your concerns- the spiritual health of the whole church depends on you. 

Remember that your words of truth are light that will stand out in the darkness of confusion in this world:  “For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.”  (2 Cor 4:6, NIV) 

God be with you!

I’m in Austin, Texas for business right now, and today is Sunday – the Lord’s day.  When I found out I’d be travelling on a Sunday and would miss church with my family, I looked online to find a church close to my hotel.  There wasn’t one close enough that wouldn’t conflict with my appointments for the day.

I chose the next best thing to visiting a local church: I attended a new church service by watching it on TV.  God has gifted us with so much technology that we never have an excuse not to go to church! 

Why is it So Important that We Go to Church?

Remember that Jesus said in Mark 2:27 (NIV), “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.” 

The Sabbath is a day for us to rest from the day-to-day requirements of this world and focus on our real lives, the spiritual ones we build for eternity.  The Sabbath is a day that we keep focused upon God: giving thanks for His blessings, for His gift of salvation, for the gift of His son and the promise of our faith’s glorious end! 

And yes – you can keep the Sabbath on a day other than Sunday if you need to due to personal circumstances. “Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day.”  (Colossians 2:16, NIV) The importance is the content of the day, not the name of the day upon which you keep it sacred.

We also need the benefit of surrounding ourselves with fellow believers to talk about holy things.  This opportunity is a chance to escape from the battle we fight in Satan’s world for just a little while and come together in a safe place that we know he doesn’t want to be!     

“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:25, KJV

How Can You Go to Church Even When You’re Away From Church?

God is good and has given us so many options today that we can’t not attend a sermon, sing His praise, and keep him first in our minds!

We have the benefit of watching church services on television, by videos on YouTube, or from religious websites. 

We even have the ability to listen to worship music no matter where we are!  If you have a radio, you can turn on Air 1, K Love, or your local religious radio station and sing along with their praises.  If you’re near a computer, you can listen to both of those radio stations for free online, or try Yahoo Music and choose the religious music category (they have contemporary and traditional, as well as gospel praise music). 

Why it’s Good to Have Different Church Sometimes

This morning I just finished watching a church service on TV in my hotel room.  It was such a striking sermon that I had to get out a notebook and make several notes for things I wanted to think on later. 

There is a lot of benefit to hearing the Word from pastors other than your own every once in a while, for you get the benefit of different insights imparted to them by the Holy Spirit.  These insights are as individual as the person receiving them, and we do well to hear the Word and speak about the bible with as many people as possible.

Have a wonderful Sunday and may God be with you!

Update: Most recent disasters were added to the list below on 9/3/10.

The scriptures provide us with plenty of descriptions of the prophetic events that will signal that we are living in the end times, and the signs that tell us of the coming tribulation. 

Let’s take a close look at the end times disasters of 2010 which show us that Bible prophecy is being fulfilled (this article will be constantly updated so as to be complete and accurate).

Jesus warned us, “So be on your guard; I have told you everything ahead of time.” (Mark 13:23, NIV)  Best we pay attention as world events unfold which are too telling to dismiss.

We can see the types of world events to look for by reading closely verses in the Bible books of Mark, Luke, and Revelation in which they describe the signs in the end times prophecies.

Types of Disasters in the End Times

Earthquakes, Lightning, Thunder and Famine: “There will be earthquakes in various places, and famines.” (Mark 13:8, NIV)

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Before God called me to cast out demons, I had no idea how widespread the need was.  People in all countries worldwide need deliverance from evil spirits and demons, and they’re finding me to ask for help. 

Before I could help others to expel demons, I had to receive help myself (but that is another story for another time).  Now, God has charged me to help cleanse people by deliverance so that they can make their own choices about accepting Christ (something they can’t earnestly do while under demonic influence).

Just in the short time since we launched this site, the web searches that have brought people to Dangerous But Good are very telling.  People are searching for

• how to cast out demons
• contact information for people who can cast out demons
• how to expel spirits of addiction
• casting out spirits of drug and alcohol addiction
• how cigarette addictions are caused by demonic influence

…and so much more.  It is clear that demonic forces are increasing their efforts and stepping it up a notch now since we are living in the end times.  People everywhere know they need help, and the time is now.

Are you troubled by evil spirits or demons?  You don’t have to live this way any more.  Jesus Christ gives us authority over the unclean spirits!

If you need help with expelling demons, please contact me (Danelle Ice) immediately on twitter or by email at castout(at)HomeEverAfter.com and I will make time to help you with deliverance.  Help is completely free.

God’s words are strong and powerful.  Always start your day with a Bible verse to remind you to wield the power of God all day long!  This week’s verse is 1 Corinthians 15:58:

“So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.”

~ 1 Corinthians 15:58, New Living Translation

On Saturday night (4-24-10), I went to the movie store to use a coupon for a free rental.  I was drawn to rent a DVD called “A Haunting” by the Discovery Channel, which I had never heard of before.  It contained reenactments of real events – 4 separate cases of different people in different places having demons and evil spirits cast out – or exorcised – from them.

My husband and I watched the first 2 episodes after church, then took the family to the bookstore.  I needed to buy a more compact bible to carry in my purse.  After God’s recent command to me to carry a bible with me at all times (see my recent revelation by the Holy Spirit), I’ve been carrying my large study bible in my purse.  After finding a smaller bible to purchase, I went to find my husband in the store. 

On the way to find him, I was drawn to a different aisle and a particular spot on the shelf.  In that spot were 2 books on topics I had been praying about for days, as well as one that took me by surprise:  “They Shall Expel Demons” by Derek Prince.  We bought the books and drove home, reading the expelling demons book aloud all the way home. 

Why Was I Directed to a Book About Expelling Demons?

This morning, I was reminded of a strange event that happened to my husband and me last week.  We recently helped a neighbor in fighting a strong addiction to drugs, alcohol and cigarettes.  He came with us to church, talked with us about God, and went to a Celebrate Recovery 12-step session.  Then he suddenly stopped answering the phone when we called.

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Below is part 2 of the Holy Spirit’s writing from 4-17-10.  If you didn’t read part 1, read it first.  The following message is not my own; it was written by the Holy Spirit using me to dictate.

“Will we let ourselves be ravished by the Holy Spirit?  Will we let ourselves be used by God for the purpose he has for us? Jeremiah 29:11-13 says “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.  You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”

You know deep down in your heart, you feel it in every inch of your body, that something has always been missing. You know you were meant to do something great, something big and important and worthwhile and lasting, and you have known it all your life. You keep waiting for someone to come to you and tell you what it is, show it to you, let you know what your calling to greatness is.

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My experiences in the Holy Spirit have been increasing and intensifying lately.  I keep asking God to give me wisdom and speak to me, and He keeps answering me in supernatural ways that I never would have dreamed possible.  This is the second time the Holy Spirit has written out a message from God using my hands – this time 3 pages long!

On Saturday, April 17th, I went into a quiet room by myself at the library to work on my latest book.  No sooner had I started typing out a few bullet points from a recent conversation that I had with a fellow blogger than my fingers started to type a message that was not my own.  My arms and fingers were tingling and buzzing and felt as though they were full of something, but I can’t accurately describe the feeling.

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I experienced the power of God first hand last week.  If you like supernatural stories, this video is for you!