BRIDGES OUT DUE TO FLOODING BUT ROOM AT THE INN

While some bridges are out in the natural due to all the recent flooding in North and South Carolina, there is ONE BRIDGE that will never go out—His name is Jesus. He is the bridge between all of mankind and God—for all who will call upon His name and receive the gift of eternal life.

With the catastrophic flooding that happened the weekend of October 2 and 3^rd, people were scurrying to buy groceries in the midst of the storm. People who had prepared for a storm were glad they didn’t have to go out in the awful weather.

Since we had to stay longer than planned in Myrtle Beach for a wedding, we also had to buy extra groceries. As I saw the panic on faces of people in Wal-Mart, I saw another warning of the flood of lies that people have bought in America. One of the employees at Wal-Mart was standing at the door and I began to talk with her while waiting. She told me she wanted to go see her sister but was afraid—and asked me this question, “Where do we turn?”

God is sending warnings for the Church to be ready—the Bride of Christ.

As a nation of people, we have only one need: to turn inwardly to God and let Him cleanse and purify us by the Cross of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, so that we may be cleansed from all the impurities that Satan has mixed into us.

The night before the wedding there was a river flowing in front of the place for the rehearsal dinner due to the flooding from Hurricane Joaquin (Hebrew meaning: “raised up by Yahweh.”). Me, Mother, and the kids walked across the road that was like a river that came halfway up our legs as we walked to the front door. We came in and talked to the owner of the Bed and Breakfast House as we tried to dry off; and the place was full. We were then seated close to the Groom who sat at the Head of the table (representative of Jesus who is coming back for His Bride).

Our Lord is referred to as The Bridegroom who comes for His bride at Midnight. (See Matthew 25:6).

With catastrophic flooding and signs of the times, it is foolish to be ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and those who believe. Even though this was a wedding in the natural—right in the midst of a storm—we can rest assured that Jesus is coming back for His Bride in the midst of the storms that are raging in the world! (Matthew 25:6).

Could it be the Lord is revealing the flood of lies that people have bought across America? Could it be that God is revealing the only real life is in the River of God? Could it be that God is revealing what is most important in life?

I also found it very interesting that many of the roads were also closed going into Kiawah Island except River Road and a portion of Main Road. Some roads have now reopened but the way to Kiawah Island is on Main Road to River Road currently, which is a natural manifestation that we must choose to step into the River of God—by turning to Him.

The Andell Inn, nestled in Kiawah Island, is one of the best-kept secrets in South Carolina and provides a warm and inviting experience for all its guests. Due to the flooding, several weddings in the Charleston area were cancelled so they tried to find other venues. Some were held in homes, and one was held at the Andell Inn. The name Andell means “messenger of God” and I find it very interesting that they made room for the wedding at the charming, boutique hotel.

Miles and miles of interstates surrounding North and South Carolina were also closed due to flooding and many lost their homes while some lost their lives.

Sometimes living for the Lord is a real battle and a real fight. The enemy can’t drown you with his lies if you resist him with the Word of God. The Bible is God’s standard—a banner or flag we can wave in front of the enemy and he will leave. He can’t take the Word (James 4:7).

When Satan tempts you to be discouraged or in any other area, what do you do? Ask God for a Scriptural answer. That’s what Jesus did and He is the Master Teacher and no one knows better than Him. He quoted Scripture to the enemy—and he fled.

When the enemy comes in like a flood the Spirit of God will raise a standard against him (Isaiah 59: 19). Choose to bury the enemy in a flood of the Truth and put him out of action. Turn to God. The Word of God works. Baptize yourself constantly in praying Scriptures, soak yourself in the Word of God, memorize and quote God’s Promises!

Take time to watch the movies WAR ROOM, GOD’S NOT DEAD, and DO YOU BELIEVE? Choose to spend time face-to-face with family rather than communicating only through text and email. Pay attention to what really matters in life—people and eternity. You have never locked eyes with anyone that is not valuable to God. We are called to be “messengers for God” to others. Take time to share your faith and hope in the midst of the storms. 

The Andell Inn made room for the wedding and God has made room for you through Jesus Christ—the Bridge for all mankind to God!

Deborah Starczewski