The Secret to Having Your Best Year Ever
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Hello Rock Family,
You may have heard that I have the privilege of being one of the keynote speakers on January 19, 2008, at an event called "The Secret to Having Your Best Year Ever."
This conference, being held at the San Diego Sports Arena, is a benefit for the Jenna Druck Foundation, a non-profit organization that serves to encourage people during times of grieving.
The event involves some of the representatives of The Secret, a popular secular belief system that focuses on the power of positive thinking and something they call "the law of attraction."
Because of that, I would like to take this opportunity to clear up any confusion about my involvement.
The Jenna Druck Foundation, which played a major role in consoling the families of the victims of 911, was founded by Ken Druck. Ken happens to be a friend who grew up just five minutes from me in Long Island, N.Y .
I accepted the invitation to speak so that I might provide biblical and spiritual encouragement to the people who will attend.
The use of The Secret's logo to advertise some of the other speakers is something that occurred after I committed to participating, and which I have no control over.
Its presence does not imply my support of The Secret. In fact, The Secret is a belief system I do not teach and cannot support.
The Secret's law of attraction basically says that if you think positive thoughts you will receive positives things in your life. If you think negatively your life will be filled with negative things.
Apparently the opposite is taught, too. Here's a horrible example: Representatives of The Secret were asked on "Larry King Live" last year how they would explain a child abduction or rape. They claimed that those victims brought the crime on themselves through their negative thoughts. Of course I do not believe that.
Then, why I am participating?
This event was designed to provide the attendees with the encouragement needed to have their best year ever. Well, I have something to say about how to have your best year.
I have been called to bring hope to people in the name of Jesus Christ. This calling is not conditional on who people are. It is not conditional on where I might need to go to give that hope.
When Jesus visited the home of Matthew, a tax collector, He was maligned for being seen with such a disreputable man.
When Jesus allowed a woman of the street to wipe his feet with her tears, the religious institutional leaders ridiculed Him because they thought themselves above her. In contrast, He applauded her love.
The Apostle Paul preached on Mars Hill where people went to discuss all kinds of new beliefs. He was regularly threatened, stoned, arrested and thrown out of synagogues for preaching the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ.
Someone mentioned to me that aligning myself with this event might tarnish my reputation. As a servant of God, my reputation is solely based on obeying God. If I clearly, lovingly and powerfully present the hope that only Jesus can offer, then I am standing on solid ground.
I respect my friend Ken Druck for providing the audience with that opportunity. My hope is that many of the participants will know the hope that Jesus brings just as powerfully as I have come to know it.
I ask that you pray for me that God grants me the freedom to do just that.
God bless you,
Miles McPherson
70 Responses to The Secret to Having Your Best Year Ever
Miles,
I would like to commend you for attending this event to share The Gospel to the people affected by 9/11. I admit I was a bit worried when I heard you were a guest speaker at "The Secret" but again, media and The Devil can spin something positive into something that causes doubt and disbelief. Thank you for sharing with us and making it evident that you will be representing Jesus Christ in a place where He may not be normally represented. I will be praying for you!
In Him,
Tarl
Miles,
I'm sorry to hear that you are being criticized for taking this opportunity. Strong opposition means Satan fears what might happen! May God bless you, anoint you, and give you peace. I'll be praying for you.
Blessings,
Syl
I can't tell you how relieved I was to see your name in the line up for this event. It is so vital that these people get told the TRUTH. I applaud your decision to follow the Lord wherever He leads. The Lord is going to use you in a mighty way at this event. People who would never step into a church are going to hear the gospel. Wow!! Praise the Lord. I will be praying for you.
Pastor Miles,I attend Rock Church and am thankful and proud to have you as my Pastor. I will keep you in my prayers and in fact,tonight on my prayers time,God reminds me to pray for you,so knowing that God is proud of you too and that you do not have to fear anything because God is with you and you are speaking His truth and His heart.
God bless you,
Lindsay
Thank you for your bold leadership and thank God for your spiritual gift of evangelism.
-The Raya Family
Dear Pastor Miles,
I don't think that your going and speaking at this event is something to be opposed. It reminds me of just being in the workplace every day, sometimes surrounded by people who are completely against God, but this is where God sends us. We are the light, we are Christ's soldiers, we should strive to show our light to a dying world. If we don't go, then who else will? I pray for the wisdom of the Lord to be upon you and for His protection to surround you.
-Isabelle T.
Pastor Miles,
Having you speak at this event is a great encouragement for me to remember to share the TRUTH in places that are not the norm. You are an evangelist after all, it's what you do!!! I am blessed to see such incredible obedience. I will be praying for you and this event.
Lisa
I am praying for you to be used by HIM in this great opportunity to share his love.
I received a concerned email about this event and my response was "you don't know our Pastor!" Even before you mentioned anything at church I knew you were going to use this unique opportunity to share the gospel. God is all over you!
-Jessica (the bass player's wife)
Hi Pastor Miles,
It's absolutely a great idea for you to speak in vendues like this. Surely many of these people have never stepped foot in a church, or heard about the love of Jesus. We have to evangelize in unsaved places, otherwise we're just talking to ourselves. God bless you for doing what God has gifted you to do.
Joyce C
Pastor Miles,
I will keep you in my prayers and it is our part to obey God and to speak the truth about who God really is all about. Even if there are people who might against you but we will pray for them too so that God will open their eyes and touch their hearts and one day,they will understand what you are doing now. So,keep up the good work,you are just being obedient and that is awesome! God be with you and bless you.
Regards,
Jeany Kermite
Pastor Miles, I can see it in your face on this blog brother that this “Secret” issue is really getting to you. My wife and I are praying for you nightly as we understand the level of satanic attack before a great victory; and I am sure that God will use you to deliver and huge victory at that conference. So I hope that, even in this tough time you know that people understand that you are human and have fears and earthly concerns just like everyone else. We all only have true strength through Christ Jesus and I have seen first hand that you have major favor in the Kingdom of God! So I pray that you are able to rest peacefully these next few days with the knowledge that Jesus knows your heart.
Pastor I must admit, every time I see those ads my heart is saddened. Not because you are going to speak at this event, because, as you have pointed out, God has commanded us to preach the gospel to the ends of the earth. Pastor, my heart was saddened because the people that are putting on this conference are misusing your image, and thus the credibility that God has blessed you with as a Leader in his church, to promote their false religion. I trust that you had no knowledge of how they would promote this event but I pray that next time you will truly be as shrewd as the serpent and as blameless as the dove when dealing with issues like these. I am thankful that you are surrounded by true leaders and faithful people of God like Pastors Ricky Page and August Hunter, there at the Rock and I pray that those unbelivers that see the ads but are not able to attend the event to hear you speak of the one true God, will not assume that you support this because we know that you are a faithful servant of Jesus!
I look forward to the 7 o’clock service Sunday to hear how Jesus showed up and showed out at that conference!!!
Sincerely,
Brandon Steppe
Member New Life Baptist Church
Miles,
It has often been my contention that Jesus would be very unwelcome in many churches today. He was the ultimate boat-rocker and cage-rattler. I whole heartedly agree with Brandon that the level of attack is directly correlated with the importance of you being at this event. The Enemy does not want you there in a big, big way!
So, go rattle some cages, jangle some nerves, and rock the whole boat! Thar be souls to save!!
Denise
Miles,
I'm sure you know that there is no coincidence in how this event has panned out in the order it has. Praise God! I will not only be praying for you, but also those who will attend and other speakers that they might recognize what is different about the message you give. Truth knows no bounds! God bless.
Yo Miles. Go Go Go into the deepest darkest places and shine bright. I don't think we should ever be apologetic or reluctant to go into the places that need to hear the truth the most..! Know that you are loved, know that you are prayed for, and know that it's a FIGHT!
I wonder why my comment was not posted? Keep on deceiving the flock, sir.
Hi Pastor Miles. I am so happy that you are being used for God's glory this weekend. I am praying for you and so are all the Kindergarteners. That you will have, "no bad dreams". We love you Pastor Miles.
Miss Beck
Kindergarten
"Ali Beeeee"
Pastor Miles wrote, "My hope is that many of the participants will know the hope that Jesus brings just as powerfully as I have come to know it."
My hope for those that hear your message is that they will come away amazed at the goodness of God to allow their blinded "eyes" to see the Truth of His grace; that your message will bypass the "hope" of positive thinking, to the True hope of joy in knowing how truly blessed we are JUST for being chosen by Him, and that "things" are just a bonus here on earth (no matter how much or how little we have in our short lifespans...)
Pastor Miles, share your heart with them, like you do with us. And may the veils of deception be torn in half, so that the light of Truth will shine forth and be comprehended for the true freedom that it is!
May those who hear your message, be able to say as they are leaving:
John 9:25b..."One thing I do know: I was blind, and now I see."
Hey Pastor Miles,
I got a big smile on my face when I read that you would be speaking at the "Your Best Year Ever" event. With Him in you, those who attend will surely receive a powerful dose of God.
You have consistently taught us, throught His Word and your actions, that God only wants our obedience to Him. You would be disobedient if you did not speak.
I pray that God will give you the skrenkff (sp?) and peace to increase His territory by allowing ears to be opened, and hearts accepting of His words spoken through you that will allow those attending to walk away with more of Him than they walked in with........not a secret, but His free gift and the one true way to having your best LIFE ever not only your best YEAR.
Faithfully,
Dave Thompson
How can any man presume to say where a man who is called by God should or shouldn't share the his faith? Who more needs to hear The Word? How effective would ministry be if we limited it to the confines of our church and those already a part of it?
Thank you for being a courageous example of our faith!
Pastor Miles, please be encouraged because myriads of angels go with you. God Bless You for your work for the kingdom. I am praying for you, and praying for the listeners.
Pastor Miles, I think the 6% who are opposed are projecting their own fears and doubts onto you. But I know you have no doubts or fears and that you know and God knows that you are on the correct path.
So, God is with you. Kick butt!
Kathy D
Dearest Pastor Miles,
Thank You for this blog. I know you don't need to "justify" yourself to speak JESUS but it does bring answers to those who believe in Christ and concerned of what they thought you were doing, and provide first-hand information to those who don't believe in God, don't like you, or understand your real stand of this Secret Event.
Pastor, have you read, "Courteous Rebel?" It's categorized as a Leadership book but it uses Jesus as its model and taught in Business schools. Last week, I found the same to be true with Ken Blanchard's book, "Lead Like Jesus." Is there a strategic movement of spreading Jesus to those who would not consider ever stepping into church? Could God have placed you part of this conference to do just that? Yes or no, people are finding God in all sorts of ways and places and I commend you for answering your call. Regardless of the readers' intentions when they picked up those books, people came to know God and living a life accordingly and I personally know some of them.
May this be the same for this conference.
I have also felt a need to address this issue on my blog http://www.jennylouraya.blogspot.com/ as I am an "outsider" when it comes to church of my family and friends and sense that a continued silence on this issue can be discrediting to the life i strive to live for Christ and the church that I have been led to call home.
I pray for you and your family and our church. May we continue to save, equipt, and send for JESUS!
Pastor Miles,
I think with everyone that has written so far that this is a great opportunity to reach those who can't "see". May the Holy Spirit give you the words to say (I know He will!) A friend of mine actually invited me to this event and I thought "oh cool" until I read about it and I was like "hmmmm". But when I saw that you were speaking, I thought, you know what I will go prayed up and be praying throughout the event. I am looking forward to hearing you speak light into the dark.
Pastor Miles,
God Bless you and your efforts to reach the lost and deceived. I will continue to pray for you on this issue throughout this fast. May God have his way and may people come to know him through your talk on Saturday. My boyfriend and I are buying the tickets today and we will be there to support you. God Bless you and your family. I only pray that they are not getting stressed out from this as well. We are all backing you up. Thank you for taking a stand and not allowing criticisms to slow you down.
Your sister in Christ,
Bernadette
Pastor Miles,
I am very glad you are speaking at an event where it is evident that there are people attending, who are looking for answers. God placed you there to share His message to these people. People who attend these events don't feel they have all the answers, they are there to find them.
I think you would find a look of amazment on the faces of the "Secret" believers, if you were to have an alter call at this event. It always sends chills down my spine, when I see the trail of people filtering down to the alter for the first time. Between the smiles and tears, I remember my first alter call, and how powerful the feeling is. Bless you for your ability to bring The Holy Spirit into these peoples hearts. God Speed on Sunday. Kathy Smith
I'm in alignment with your thoughts on this topic and I will pray that your message will be received.
Hey, you need to start a "Rock Church" here on Long Island!
We Lift His Mighty Name on High!
Diana
Pastor Miles,
I support your participation at "The Secret" event. Those who have received Jesus Christ are called to spread the WORD to end of the ends of the earth. This also reminds me of the parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3-23). Go sow those seeds and may God soften the hearts of those who hear His Word through you. God bless you!
Michael K.
Miles,
You are a true example to your congregation of how to live. You show us that it is not about this world, but how to bring it back to Jesus. I know all of us at times can get caught up in the world, and are constantly redefining our boundaries and making sure we fit in our "religious box". Jesus stepped out of the box and was willing to go where those who didn't know him were at. Now you have also shown us that we, as a congregation and Body of Christ, must go to those who don't know him as their Savior, where ever they may be. For example " The Secret" conference.
Thank you for Stepping up and Out.
White Choc.
Hi Miles,
I am proud of you for taking this opportunity to speak. Knowing you for as long I have, I know that you in no way would support some of the other speakers who will be at the conference. The Bible challenges us to be a light in the darkness. How can do that inless we take the steps of faith and step into that darkness and speak out. Many of us will be praying for you Miles while you are at the Sports Arena speaking TRUTH to the audience in the midst of the lies. Keep on keeping on. We trust you and believe that you will do God's will and go where He leads.
Your friend and sister in Christ,
Jeri G.
Dear Miles,
Thank you for taking the time to clarify your involvement! I heard the radio announcements and was initially confused. Now that I've read your blog, I am very touched by your commitment to sharing Christ with others, even when it may result in criticism. I am proud of you, Miles, and I am praying for God to prepare you and all of the listeners for your speech. May God be glorified and lives changed through your obedience to Him. Your Sister In Christ, Deb Zal
Pastor Miles. I'm proud to be part of the body of Christ w/Rock Church and blessed that the Lord has chosen you as my pastor and shepherd during this season of my life and the life of the church. I will hold you and your family in prayer for protection including good health and for a guard on your lips so that His perfect word will be spoken at both events this weekend.
Pastor Miles & Family,
Thank you for your pursuit of God's will and being our pastor! I began attending our church in 2002. I pray for you and your family daily. I am so overjoyed and excited with the victories and opportunities Our Lord has given us as a church. Thank you for all you do in His name and keeping us updated via the web. Except for occasional weekends currently, I have been out of CA now for 1.5 years for further surgical training and shall soon return this summer! :) Our website, internet access to sermons, and podcasts, and now, this blog have been irreplaceable in my growth and encouragement as a Christian. Again, thank you! In Christ, Barbara (BJ)
Dear Miles, I was very surprised to think that people, especially fellow Christians, questioned your motive in speaking at this forum. You are a true man of
God and a "shepherd" we are so blessed to have. I have been praying for you,that your words fill the arena with God's love and that those that attend have softened hearts to hear the "real" secret to the best year ever...God bless you dear shepherd...Gale
Pastor Miles,
Since most of us won't be there, please share with us what happens!
When I heard you were attending this event, I was compelled to look into it and see what was going on. "Had you been steered away from God somehow?" I wondered. It's so easy to be drawn away from our first love. Then I read your blog, and I thank God for His provision in this matter. What at first glance was a major discouragement has become a major encouragement. All glory to Jesus Christ, God and Saviour. May His light shine through you for all to see. I will pray that God moves "you" out of the way, that His will be done through your words and actions. Blessings from a former SDSU worship drummer, and fellow brother in Christ.
-Nas
Miles,
It is so obviously God that HE opened the door for you to speak at this secular event. It makes no "earthly" sense why they would invite you knowing what you will be sharing. God has BIG plans and we feel so privelaged to be a part of praying for you and those attending. Don't forget many of your sheep are in the "fast lane" this week and we are on our faces praying for you, your precious family and those who will be attending the event.
Thank you for challenging us to fast. Wow, I have experienced God in a new and deeper way. I am still in awe of how God has taken away my hunger for food and placed in on hungering after HIM.
All for HIS glory!
Miles,
Matt and I are praying for you this weekend, because we know that God is going to use you as a vessel to speak his truth. I like all the others am encouraged by your faith to speak out. We already miss being in San Diego, but we know that God is preparing us to do great things here, even tho it is SUPER COLD, brrrr!
interesting what gets posted on your "blog" seems like you don't understand the purpose of blogs. maybe some censorship going on and it makes me wonder why? I posted yesterday around the time of "favorite aunt". There was nothing inappropriate contained in it but just initial concern. Whats going on Rock Church?
Dear Pastor Miles,
How exciting it is that you now have a blog! Just discovered it today.
My family and I have been visitors to your church over the years. You have a wonderful ministry!
I am so encouraged to read that you love books written by John MacArthur. I am currently reading, "The Truth War" and have blogged about how excellent that book is! In this day and age of heresy and compromise creeping into many churches (not the Rock, of course!!), every Christian needs to read it!
I see your point about attending and speaking at the non-church event. However, I am more concerned about the "Rethink" Conference participation. Will members of your congregation be attending?
I'm sure that at this event, you will never compromise the truth of the Bible or the true gospel of Jesus Christ. But I am concerned about other speakers there. I am concerned about the new believers who may attend and not be able to discern truth from error.
I have a blogpost up which expresses my concerns about "Rethink" at my Talk Wisdom blog.
It is my sincere hope that you will view the links to the Herescope blog that shares much more detail about this new rethink movement.
God bless you this day and always!
In Christ,
Christine
Hi Pastor Miles,
I am sorry but I cannot support you or this UNLESS you are planning to get up there and tell that huge audience that what the other speakers just told them was wrong. ... you may share the gospel, but i cant imagine you would present it in a way that proves it is the ONLY way to an abundant life, especially if it is put on by your close friend. in my opinion that is doing just as much harm, because yes, by speaking there even though you are sharing the gospel, the thousands of people that don't see this blog are going to think you support the secret as well, and that it is an acceptable belief system for Christians. which is what these people want.. the secret uses verses from the bible as well!! they say jesus said "ask and you shall receive"... they totally stretched that out of context but use it to gain the support of Christians and lead them down a deceptive path. i really hope you don't do that as well. the TRUTH, what is right, is in Jesus Christ, and Him only.
you have such a wonderful gift and charisma, i encourage you to honor god and not your reputation at this event. there are too many lives at stake
Dear Hopeful,
Although I THINK I understand what you are trying to convey, I also think you are not giving the Holy Spirit enough credit. Remember, Miles is only a vehicle in which GOD's message will pass through. Think if he were NOT there to give his message, and all of these people were definitely lead astray! Again, I praise you Miles for bringing this gift to all of the peoples lives you touch. I am not sure what you meant when you mentioned Miles reputation?? I NEVER get anything from Miles but humble, reverant messages. I NEVER feel it's "about Miles or his reputation!".. Can you clarify what you meant? Kathryn Smith
I don't know what all the commotion is about. Is there any place a man or woman should not go and spread the truth about Jesus Christ. Miles has an opportunity to bring the Lord to folks who may not believe. It is a wonderful opportunity. The Lord has given Miles the gift of bringing people to him, it would be a shame to waste this opportunity. Prayerfully, Jim
Amen
Pastor Miles, I'm so glad you clarified your position regarding "the Secret." As a member of the Rock, those who know I attend there have been questioning your attendance at this function. I had given you the benefit of the doubt because of your passion on spreading the gospel and your boldness in proclaiming the truth of the Word of God. So for you to clear things up both in this blog and in church is wonderful to hear!
As a follower of Christ and not a follower of Miles, I would abandon the Rock in a second if I thought it was headed toward apostasy. But thank God that is not the case and "The Rock" is still on Solid Ground (Jesus!)
its not sharing the gospel that is the problem, that is what Miles and all of us are called to do when given the appropriate opportunity. But with this, Jesus is being placed in a context that is grossly distorted. i have seen and researched the secret and it has nothing to do with the need for God or a savior, it is about getting what you want by the power of the universe AND yourself.
by reputation i meant if miles is going to stand up and tell them the gospel is right AND the secret approach is wrong (both parts, not just the first), then that is GREAT!!! That is what I pray he will do and could really bring the honor to God. However, if he does that he is going to offend not only the other speakers, but everyone who worked on putting on that conference, his close friends at the foundation, and probably some of the audience... it would probably make pretty big news and i'm not sure that is what he is intending...
i believe miles is sincere and did not mean to get involved in this but he does still have a choice. If you want to educate yourself about the secret and its implications go here http://lighthousetrailsresearch.com/blog
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YOU GO PASTOR MILES. I'm so proud to see you name on the list of speakers/representatives. I'm relieved that your will be representing our Christian faith/Jesus Christ. There is no way to know how the words that you speak in front of all the listeners may affect their salvation & where they spend eternity. Yes, I'm so glad to hear that you are STANDING UP for Jesus! Thank you for doing this, in His service, Jeanie Casto
Miles,
I appreciate you letting us know about your stance on the "secret".
Please tell your congregation that the Secret is a bunch of lies...
I only pray that when you get your chance to speak that you will not be ashamed of the gospel which saves us. Jesus, is not a way...one of the ways...but the ONLY WAY...You know it, i know it...They need to know it.
I really believe that in order to be heard you will have to be very emphatic that the whole thought process behind the secret is flawed and that God (the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob) is the only answer. Remember that new age commonly throws around the word god...they believe in god. Not the same God we do. These things need to be very specifically stated...
With this in mind, I do not see how you are invited to this event or how you can possibly be received in a positive light. i do trust our God is the God of miracles so i will be praying that you have a boldness of the Spirit of God with you that you have never had before. Without the very blessing of God you arre going to get thrown out on your head into the parking lot!!!
Unless you water it down??? you wouldn't would you???
Please don't do what the rest of out post-modern, powder puff preacher are doing and water down the very truth that saves us...
You must take a stand and risk it all. Isn't that what Jesus was talking about when he said to take up our cross and follow Him...even to outr very death...
So, go get em' tiger. Go Big or Go home...
Save some people from the modern deception that is even deceiveng the elect of our "christian" churches
Bless ya, Sam
Miles,
I do not understand the HUGE controversy on this situation. Many christians wil be at this conference. I for one attend the Rock and 10 of my family members will be there along with myself at this seminar. I am so excited that my sister, daughter, nieces,cousins will be able to hear you speak for the first time ever. I have said such wonderful things about you and the Rock Church and they are so excited to finally see who my Pastor is especially because I have left the Catholic Church and joined the Rock Church because it has brought me closer to Jesus, the bible and faith and a better realtionship with God than I was getting from being raised and attending catholic services for over 46 years.
I and my daughter are big supporters of the Jenna Druck foundation as well. My daughter atteneded the Jenna Druck leadership conference 4 years ago in high school while she was a student at Point loma High.
I Do not believe or understand how people on this blog think that all the speakers at this seminar are " affilated with the secret" or for that matter are non believing christians!!That is such a HUGE judegement or assumption to be made.
If the only message you got from the book, video of "The Secret- the law of attraction" was one comment that one person made on larry king it is a shame that none of you watched Michael Beckwith ( another Christian pastor of a HUGE church In LA) on Oprah 2 times when the same question was asked in regards to "the secret" isnt this meaning WE are in conntrol of our lives and the secret leaves Jesus out? He clearly pointed out and quoted scripture chapter and verse that this is exactly what we learn from the bible.
The book? video is not some new religion!!!!!
That is an incorrect interpetation of message of the secret. .. He quoted the bible over and over and made refences several times how this is exactly what Jesus taught us.
How we must first have an attitdue of gratitude, why forgiveness is so important, not to dwell on negative. what you focus on expands... abundance, serving others!!!!!!!!!!!!
The secret is not a be positive and good things will come to you.What book did you read to get this message????
I don't know if I have made my point. All I am saying is Miles you are not going into a den of devil worshipers, non christians or sataniac people at this conference.
Miles, the man, The speaker, Pastor, Evangelist you are, you live & represent to all of us everyday in your words and actions. You have touched thousands of peoples lives and brought us all closer to Jesus. It is a blessed and beautiful thing..
You are always a beacon of light and hope and love and faith. So Shine on! God has blessed you and brought so many closer to him through sports and all different types of mediums, avenues and continues to do so on a daily basis.. This seminar today is just another opportunity to continue doing Jesus work.
Where is all this Judgement coming from????
Making comments like " a place where Jesus Christ is not represented, and "these people are not church goers because they are attending a seminar entititled " the secret of leaving your best life ever"
Faithfully,
kcele
It's clear that God is using you the way He is, not because of who you are, but because of your obedience and submission to His will. All the way from NY... our prayers go out to the work of evangelism that the Lord has called you to do.
I have never meet a PASTOR who has made sense of the WORD. I get it when Pastor Miles speaks, and prays. I also would like to Thank him for talking the time to stop and say hello. I was in court house and saw Pastor Miles with his lovely wife. I said good morning to him thinking he would say good morning and keep walking. But he stopped and asked and you are with a smile mind you. I told him my name and he even asked the yound lady that was with me and her son there names. I was so happy because I then new that he was a true Christian and a true believer. He didn't have to stop and take the time but he did. Thank you Pastor Miles and God Bless You and Your Family you are a true Christian and a wonderful Mentor. I know now that GOD has put you here to help us be guided in the right way, to believe in HIM always.
I think what Sam had to say may be what many would want to say, not assuming pastor Miles would go and represent his position in a " what they want to hear", but in a" what they need to hear way".
My friend whom is a believer asked me about what this whole secret thing Mile's was speaking at was all about. His wife of one year is young in the Lord and has come from the whole "positive thinking approach to life. My friends concern was that his wife was going just to here the other speakers and Mile's was her " it's ok to go because Mile's the pastor of the Rock is speaking!"
My friend has been praying for God to remove the old from her life and replace her belief's with the " true way of Jesus Christ" My encouragement to my friend is that Mile's being there, will give his wife the truth as it is, and the alternative will make no sence to her any more.
I wonder how many are like my friends wife, they've been to " church" ,but never have heard the contrast, of truth and deception.
Love you Mile's and family!
Mike Ross
Pastor Miles, First and foremost, I love you. You have been an amazing Pastor for all of us at the Rock Chirch and beyond. We are blessed to be lead by a man with such tremendous faith and depth of character! As I read the postings today my heart became very heavy for you on this day you face today. God in his infinite wisdom reminded me that it is not you BUT GOD that will bring forth the ultimate message of hope. We need to remember that his word does not return void, it accomplishes what it is sent to acomplish. So my prayer Pastor is that your heart will be fluid and open to what God has to say to the these beautiful children of his. I will pray today for their homecoming and the joy set before them as they come to know Jesus as their Lord and precious Savior!! I have no doubt God will use you in a mighty way today, may he bless you richly for your obiedence.
He loves YOU like no other!
Allie
Interesting article in today's (1/19) paper said that 72% of unchurched Americans who rarely (if ever) attend worship services believe that God, a higher or supreme being, actually exists... but 61% agreed that the God of the Bible is no different from the gods or spiritual beings depicted by world religions. Researchers found that 78% claimed they would be willing to listen if a Christian wanted to share about their beliefs.
So, may ears be open today to hear what Miles is sharing...We know that he (M) has the courage to do so, as he pulls no punches with us!
Miles, I hope you don't feel like you should be compelled to go out and attack every other person's view at this event as some have suggested. You are speaking the truth in a positive light. People will see that and respond to it. at the end of the day God's truth dwarfs anything else other people have to say. Enjoy yourself as you bring more people to the Lord. Jim
Miles,
From an old friend, if Christ led you to this conference then there is no doubt it is where you should be. Sometimes we don't understand his plan, but it is a perfect plan. I will be praying for you and for the attendees.
Your Brother,
Travis K
Dear Miles,
As you know, 2 years ago my entire world changed when I heard you speak at a dear man's funeral. I was not saved, I did not know God. You led 3,000 people in a prayer on the USS Midway at that funeral and God used you so that he could save souls that day. If it wasn't for God using you on that September day my husband may have died from brain surgery and I could have died from the stress. God knows each and every person that will be at "ALL" the events you speak at now and in the future. He places you at those events for a reason. He knows a lot of those unbelievers and lost people are there, they are ripe and are searching just like I was. The people who read the Secret are searching. Thank you Jesus for using Miles the way that you do. I am sure many people from this "Secret" event will end up members of the Rock Church. We will be there to embrace them and love them just like Jesus would. Please be encouraged Miles that the true believers in Jesus Christ will never judge you but build you up, love you, and pray for you and your family. Jesus has got your back! Corky is looking down and he is proud of you! God Bless You, Em
Pastor Miles,
I am praying for you today--that the Holy Spirit will work in the hearts of these people, that their eyes and ears will be opened to the truth and they will know that Jesus is their "secret" to having their best year ever!
Also, I attended the Rethink conference yesterday. I walked through the World Vision Experience and it is so powerful! If I organize and contact World Vision, can we have the tent at the Rock? I already spoke to someone, got paperwork and information, just in case.
Thanks!
Jody
Miles, my fiance and I are proud members of your church. We are even more proud after hearing you speak at the seminar today! Our non-Christian friends can't stop talking about you and can't wait to come to our "holy roller" church now!! With regard to criticism for speaking at this event, it breaks my heart (and probably Jesus') that Christians can be so judgmental. Like Ken Blanchard said, Jesus said he came not to judge but to give us abundant life (love, joy, peace, righteousness). The world needs more Christians like you who love unconditionally and want to spread the good word to everyone from every walk of life. We needed you there to remind everyone that positive thinking is great but life is empty without God. You did that beautifully and I'm sure God is GLOWING with pride! We're so glad you trusted God and got in that wheel barrel. Thanks for representin!
Hopefull... Just have faith. God has blessed us with such a huge church that grows every Sunday. Have faith and know that God is with Pastor Miles. Don't want to single you out, but have faith, leave that concern for if it happens!! Be anxious for nothing! Great job Miles. Thank God for such an awesome pastor!
Miles,
If you left Earth the moment you stepped off stage Saturday night, God would say "Well done, my good and faithful servant". THANK YOU for stepping up to offer the Truth to a building full of lost people!
The Landicho's
MIles, Thank the lord you and the other Christian speaker was there to speak on the true happiness in life through Jesus Christ. Praise the Lord. Thanks!
Hello Pastor Miles,
At work my co-workers talked about this event that they were all planing to go to...they read the book "THE SECRET"..I asked who was some of the Guest Speaker..they mention your name Miles Mcpherson.. I was shock..and couldn't figure out why you where there...the next day at your service you explained why you spoke at the event...AND you somed it up that those who came to the event were seeking and longing to hear somethin..postive...BUT what you did Pastor Miles.. you planted a seed to each and everyone of those people to hear Jesus Christ as our Savior...The next day at work...I over heard my co workers talking to another co-worker how AWESOME the event was and how excited to hear Mile Mcpherson testimony...Of all the speakers who spoke that day you left an everlasting expression with my co workers...I thought to myself WOW!...You have planted a seed in them...and I know in time they will also except Jesus Christ as their Savior ....AMEN! ..Kathy
"Go ye therefore into all nations and feed my sheep", right? I love our church because it is truly equipping me to be a good strong witness who can answer some of the questions that I am presented with by people I know or encounter who are searching. I have a personal opinion...and like Miles'--my opinions mean nothing, they are simply my own opinions...but I think that many people are afraid of the accountability that being a Christian involves--you gotta answer to God for your transgressions. If you don't believe in what is real, and we know that to be Jesus Christ, the Gospel, our Heavenly Father, Yahweh, Jehovah, GOD...if you don't believe in the true and only God, just being a good enough person works. And you don't have to be accountable for things you do that aren't really indicative of being a good person.
I was really grateful to hear the references Miles made about The Secret some time ago when it was just getting popular. I had heard so many things, had viewed 'The Secret' video, and almost believed it. I had heard that it originates in the Bible and what the scripture references were. And I was about to be caught up. I didn't stop to think clearly that this thing was promoting that same principle that applies to people who think that 'just being a good person' is enough. NOTHING happens by any miracle other than God's miracles. Putting together a visual 'board' of what I want in life is not what will bring me those blessings. God will give me what I am supposed to have when I am ready to receive it and be a good steward. And until then, I prefer to work toward that goal...which isn't having MORE STUFF, but rather that goal for me is becoming what God wants me to be and happy about it. If I can just manage to give God back one scintilla of a scintilla of what He has given to me alone (much less what He gave to the world, His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ), well, then maybe I'll be okay. It brings tears to my eyes every time I even think about all that Jesus suffered at the hands of man for us--for ME. It breaks my heart and I physically feel pain at my very core just to imagine what it must have been like for Jesus. I can never come close to giving back like that. But what I can do, is keep striving to walk more like Christ with every given day. And when that includes the opportunity to share the gospel sufficiently with somebody who is questioning, searching, aching and needing the Lord, then I am grateful for an opportunity to serve and glorify God. I'll never be able to deserve it all, but I can keep on putting one foot in front of the other and trying to get to that unreachable goal.
Thank God, Miles, that you were willing to step into that speaking engagement. Thank God that you are willing to go to Jamaica to serve Christ by reaching out to those very same people, though the faces and the circumstances and the geographic location is different from 'The Secret'.
It's all about keeping Jesus and salvation and the Word from being THE SECRET.
From your Sister in Christ,
Eden
Miles,
You have answered your critics in your blog and video clip. I'm tired of the jealousy and culture that rejects a biblical approach to evangelism. God is using you to reach those who many of us could never reach. God has given you a great platform. Thank you for representing Christ and the church in the world. I stand with you.
Tim Scott
Lead Pastor, Grace San Diego
Miles,
May God protect and uphold you as you directly confront evil forces in the world's domain. I was so elated when you entered into the public arena by challenging the homosexual agenda in schools, promoting the marriage act, and now presenting the Gospel at The Secret.
Having worked against these types of issues in the political spectrum, I know the spiritual assaults that attack--different when staying within the confines of the church. You are on the offensive in Satan's territory and he knows it!
May Believers support you as you lead us in unchartered territory outside the safety of church walls.
Pastor Miles,
I was at the event on the 19th and heard you speak and have been inspired by you to come to the Rock. I am not in the habit of going to church but if it weren't for the Best Year ever seminar, I might not ever heard you, heard of the Rock or committed to changing myself on various levels. Go where you are drawn and others (like me) benefit. Thank you for reaching out to those who might not have heard about your mission otherwise. I will see you Sunday.
Miles,
It is because of you being a speaker at that even that I found out about you and The Rock Church. I didn't attend the event, but I've been attending church now for the past four weeks and enjoy it tremendously. Before that, I haven't been to church in over 4 years!
Blessings,
Greg
Hi Miles,
You being involved in this event lends credibility to it and the uninformed can and will be deceived by you allowing yourself to be lined up in this way with these other speakers. With that being said Our Lord commanded us to go into the entire world and preach the Gospel (Mark 16:15). You and I are to pray for boldness in these situations that we might say what should be said (Eph6:19-20.) You and I must call people to repentance and faith in Christ and Him alone.
Your words will offend if they are Christ's Gospel. Jesus did not come to give them their best year now or their best life now. He came to save them from the wrath of God.
Jesus declared "unless you repent you all likewise will parish” (Lk 13:3). Miles you mentioned the Apostle Paul on Mars Hill, this is what he said “God commands all men everywhere to repent, because He has appointed a day on which He will judge the world in righteousness”(Acts 17:30) Did you say this at this conference? This was Peters message on Pentecost (Acts 2) and Stephens when he was martyred(Acts7). This message has cost hundreds of thousands of Christians their lives for the past 2000 years. It is an uncompromising Gospel it is exclusive (John14:6) and if you preach it accurately and in its totality. You probably will not have to worry about being asked to speak at a conference like this again, small price to pay at least you won’t shed any blood. Preach it Brother! All of it, the good and the bad. Jesus said “For whoever is ashamed of Me and My words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him the Son of Man also will be ashamed when He comes in the glory of His Father with the holy angels.”(Mark 8:38) We need not to just look at what Jesus did but at what He said when he went to these places.
“My brethren, let not many of you become teachers, knowing that we shall receive a stricter judgment” (James 3:1)
Miles I would like to hear the message you presented at this conference where can I find it?
God bless you brother,
Brett
Thank you so much for th clarification on why you attended this seminar. I read The Secret just recently, curious what all the buzz was about. I heard a popular tv host say a few years ago that it was crap but my mom was sure it had to be good because you were speaking on it. After reading it I was actually furious that you would have anything to do with it, until I came on and saw your blog. Thank you again for clearing this up. I only hope others look on here before deciding what to think of your involvement. You are a wonderful teacher and I would hate to see your reputation tarnished in any way because of this. God bless!
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