...a large bush.
I have a mindlessly hateful, demon-inhabited neighbor (and his “friends”). I know, right now you might be thinking, “boy, she’s being super judgmental and hateful herself just by saying that”. But, no, this is truly as I say it is. The place that I live in is a house of sin. I’m not proud to say that I live here, but it was the only place I could go given my circumstances at the time, and it seemed like such a nice place to live when I signed the lease.
It reminds me of Lot choosing to go to the Jordan.
10 And Lot lifted up his eyes and saw that the Jordan Valley was well watered everywhere like the garden of the Lord, like the land of Egypt, in the direction of Zoar. (This was before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah.) 11 So Lot chose for himself all the Jordan Valley, and Lot journeyed east. Thus they separated from each other. -Genesis 13:10-11
He looked at it and it seemed so lush and green and rich with prosperity for the future. But, it turned out to be a cursed area, where he ultimately got caught up in a war of various kingdoms and then with the infamous evil cities: Sodom and Gomorrah.
11 So the enemy took all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way. 12 They also took Lot, the son of Abram’s brother, who was dwelling in Sodom, and his possessions, and went their way. -Genesis 14:11-12
15 As morning dawned, the angels urged Lot, saying, “Up! Take your wife and your two daughters who are here, lest you be swept away in the punishment of the city.” 16 But he lingered. So the men seized him and his wife and his two daughters by the hand, the LORD being merciful to him, and they brought him out and set him outside the city. 17 And as they brought them out, one said, “Escape for your life. Do not look back or stop anywhere in the valley. Escape to the hills, lest you be swept away.” -Genesis 19:15-17
He needed God to deliver him out of that chaos and from those evil people.
Or like the Hebrews in Egypt. God promised He’d come back for them and deliver them too.
“24 And Joseph said to his brothers, ‘I am about to die, but God will visit you and bring you up out of this land to the land that he swore to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.’ 25 Then Joseph made the sons of Israel swear, saying, “God will surely visit you, and you shall carry up my bones from here.” -Genesis 50:24-25
I’m in a situation like that. I believe God lead me here for a reason (as the first place I looked at, no one even answered the door, then this one was so easy to move into), but as of current, I need to be delivered. The people who live in this house are of a reprobate mind. Maybe He sent me here to share His light and offer them a chance to really know Him. But, after years of studying, spiritually growing, singing and praising Him, I’m content knowing that only God would know how to save them, but I doubt they want to be saved.
Because the reality is: They hate me because I follow God and their lifestyles reflect the very opposite of that.
“18 If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. 19 If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you.” -John 15:18-19
They’ve gang stalked me, threatened me, blocked me from coming in and out of my home, called me names, spied on me, tried to harm me, and possibly even tinkered with my car’s functionality–all while acting like everyday, upstanding citizens in the world. IN THE WORLD is the key words here.
He is the “gardener” (that I pay which makes him technically my employee) of the house but doesn’t seem to know much about caring for plants. Instead of making things flourish and grow, he’s full of destruction. Even the unruly bush (that all the neighborhood notices) at the front of the house covers both my and his windows completely, where I have to turn on all the lights and lamps in my unit in order to see clearly. Even the landlord has acknowledged this, but refuses to have him trimmed the unkept bush down. They repay good for evil and that is going to bring a curse upon themselves once I have gone (even before I leave):
“Evil will never leave the house of one who pay back evil for good.” -Proverbs 17:13
“Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.” -Romans 12:19
“And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. And for this cause God send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.” -2 Thessalonians 2:10-12
Obviously, I’ve found out that they all knew each other before moving in, down to their connections with the “maintenance man” and the landlord. I’m just one person–a 118 pound woman–that pays to live here, and is constantly disrespected to the point that I don’t feel safe. I record every time I leave and come back. I dread it really, because they are not kind people, but mindlessly hateful. Keep in mind, I never every interact or bother them in all the years I’ve lived here.
But strangely enough, I’m not afraid of them. I know it’s God’s presence that gives me that peace and strength to endure every single day, until God comes to deliver me.
“But now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. When thou passes through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkers through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. For I am the Lord thy God, the Holy One of Israel, they Saviour…” -Isaiah 43:1-3
And I look forward to that soooo much! It will be one of the best days of my life; that’s how terrible and evil these people have been.
And yes, I’ve called the police and tried to get a restringing order. But they just tell me that until I end up in the hospital or am dead, then they will help (not kidding). Some of this stuff is racist, for sure, on all parts here. But, I’m used to it by now. It happens here in the USA as well as overseas. But it doesn’t define me. Instead, I’m going to be kind. I’m not going to let anything or anyone turn me into these types of beings. I want to be the character God created me to be. And so, as I am able to identify evil with my discernment, I won’t be reciprocating that way of life.
So many people are willing to take that behavior to the grave before they admit they were wrong and try to make it right. So many people are unforgiving, even when no one offended them.
“And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient.” -Romans 1:28
They’ll make up a reason if they have to; and that’s my situation. But, they aren’t going to turn me into someone wicked. This all just made me stronger, and enhanced my character. It helped me grow!
And we all have to choice to let our experiences develop us into different things; to walk down different paths.
Life isn’t meant to be lived perfectly. Only One was able to do that: Jesus Christ. But we are meant to try our absolute best; with all our strength! And we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us! No weapon formed against ME shall prosper! I’m not afraid because God says He will keep me from all evil. He will watch over my life. He will watch over my coming out and going in! And I believe Him. His promises are true and His world never returns void! Just wait and see, because soon, I’ll be telling you about a very special testimony: the day I am delivered from this evil place.
It doesn’t matter that some people that I thought cared about me abandoned me in my lowest season. I forgive them and love them, and hope that they find God will He can be found.
Why?
Because God is my hero. He showed me what true love is and how to do it right! He taught me how to love people who hate me because He did it first. He taught me about letting things go so that I don’t turn into someone bitter, but instead blossom into His beautiful Rose, sharing my love with those who actually want it from me! And He sure does! And I want His love! So, here I am, waiting on my Lord; my savior to come through.
“And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.” -Matthew 6:13
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” -2 Thessalonians 3:3
And I know He will. And He’s going to take me to a place that doesn’t hide the light, but remove the “bush” that tried to stand in the way of God shining on my soul. God’s taking me to a place that the sun shines so bright that I–the beautiful Rose–will bloom and shine for my Elohim. What a day that will be!
Thank you for reading. See you tomorrow.
I pray many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many blessings over you!
xoxoxoxo
Rosalyn Rose
P.S.
Today, on my YouTube channel, we’ve just wrapped up reading the entire Book of Genesis. I thought I’d share the last chapter filmed earlier today with you. I got a little emotional, but it’s also a bit funny (and not a coincidence) that I spoke about being delivered from the situation I’ve written about here. I didn’t do this on purpose, but God has a great sense of humor.
I’ll also include the playlists for the Book of Genesis I’ve recorded if you’re interested in it. My YouTube channel is not one of those savy, professional channels with flashy videos. It’s just a women, reading the Word of God. So, if you’re looking for a chapter a day reading–something slow and steady–join me. I’d be delighted to study with you. God bless you.