Part 2 --- Introduction

“Ask and it shall be given unto you. Seek and ye shall find” --- Jesus Christ

Several years ago I was walking towards the doors of the church building after bible class. I looked back towards the pulpit and notice the Spirit of the Lord God was resting on Elder Vaughn. As I looked at him I discern he had an intimate relationship with God, a father-son relationship. As I continued to look at him I made the statement, “I want that type of relationship with God. I want a double portion.” I have shared this recollection with friends and family. The following is a sample of their responses.

“No wonder you are having troubles. You don’t realize what he had to go through to get that type of relationship. You don’t realize what he had to go through for you to even discern the presence of that relationship. He told the congregation some of his experiences, however we don’t do not know fully --- the emotional and mental aspects of his sufferings.”

>>>>> Practical Points

“Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness;

 and all these things shall be added unto you.”  --- Matthew 6:33

When Elisha asked for a double portion of Elijah’s spirit to be upon himself, Elisha was asking for an abundant measure of the intimate relationship that he had noticed Elijah had with God. (cf. II Kings 2)

“Where I am, there you may be also” --- Jesus Christ

A son is that which reveals the character of the father. Now a ‘double portion’ refers to the unique relationship between a father and his firstborn son. The firstborn son is often viewed as the pride and glory of the father. This awareness may allow the development of an intimate relationship between father and son. A ‘double portion’ refers to the practice, primogeniture whereby the firstborn son receives a double portion of the father’s inheritance in comparative measure to siblings. The son’s receipt of his inheritance is based on his relationship with the father. Man tends to focus on the tangible or observable benefits received from God, but forgets the most important thing is the relationship between God and Man.

Jesus Christ is the only begotten son of God. Jesus showed forth intimacy with God. (cf. John 17:20-25)  Man is made heirs of God through Jesus Christ. Now there is an opportunity for man to receive the benefits of an intimate relationship with God Almighty, yes even a ‘double portion’.  Receiving a 'double portion' should produce an appreciation of God's grace, not selfish pride.

“The works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do.”  

--- Jesus Christ, John 14:12

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"This is my testimony everybody, how God favored me in spite of my enemies, and if God did it for me he'll do the same thing for you. Don't worry about your haters your haters can't do nothing with you. Listen to these words"

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·         Man should make requests unto God with right motives of the heart; and in accordance with the divine will of God.

·         Man’s requests should help develop a more intimate relationship with God, foremost.

·         Requests granted by God may involve great suffering. Man must be willing to endure suffering.

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District Elder Vaughn was a studious teacher. He sought to know God and His righteousness. God allowed Elder Vaughn to begin to know of Him. God gave unto Elder Vaughn a vision: Many people from different backgrounds came to know God; understand Him. Many people receive the understanding of the Lord God Almighty.

God gave revelations unto Elder Vaughn to teach and enlighten man concerning the divine will of God and bring forth the fulfillment of the vision. Much opposition to the revelations took place, causing confusion and division, even to the present day. Many opinions have been expressed over the years. Some ministers vacillate between different opinions depending on the audience. One day I asked God about the particular teaching concerning the first and second man Adam, saying “Who is right? Did Elder Vaughn make a mistake in the interpretation of scriptures? ‘The scriptures say…’ and  Who is right? What is right?” Soon thereafter the Lord God enlightened me and my initial response was surprise, excitement, and the following exclamations:

“No wonder the adversary [Lucifer, the Gates of Hell] fought against this revelation!”

“If people understood this our marriages, homes, schools, and churches would be better!”

If people understood this the world would be better!”

Through this enlightenment, God gave unto me a more thorough understanding of the levitical priesthood; the responsibilities of leadership and the household of faith. Through this enlightenment, God gave unto me a more thorough understanding of ‘Holy Communion’; The Death and Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ on Golgotha; Death in general; and the purpose of salvation i.e. the redemption of man; the Ministry of Reconciliation. God gave unto me a more thorough understanding of the inter-relationship of the sermon series’: ‘Danger of Voices’; ‘Confusion’; and ‘The Five Key Mothers of the Bible’. In summary, God allowed me to understand more of the ‘big picture’ regarding the divine will of God and its relationship to man.

·         Man should be willing to accept whatever answer God may give, even if it counters previously held beliefs, teachings, and traditions.

·         Man should realize that whatever answer God gives will be in accordance with His divine will. God cannot deny Himself or His word.

·         Though they may be useful, educational attainment, theological research, bible aids, or ‘linking’ scriptures are not the sources of understanding God. As the scripture states, “It’s not by power, nor by might, but by my Spirit’ saith the Lord.”

While talking to Evangelist Schmidt (a pseudonym) concerning the subject, first and second man Adam, she mentioned she had been confused in the past concerning the revelation. She continued saying now it’s plain to understand and “It’s the word!” She encouraged and confirmed my desire to write a book on the subject matter, ‘Understanding’ using the knowledge and insight the Lord God gave me. When I was a child I would read about Joseph and Daniel. I was always interested in the fact that both of them were described as having understanding. I wanted to be full of understanding. One day one of my sisters made the comment, “God has blessed you with understanding.” I learned the meaning of my name shows forth the essence regarding the purpose of this publication. My name means ‘One who imparts understanding’. I believe God gave me a more thorough understanding of Elder Vaughn’s teachings to finish what he had desired to do --- impart understanding to people through the writing of a book.

“Write the vision, make it plain upon the table, that he may run that readeth it.

For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie:

 though it tarry, wait for it.

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>>>>> Inspiration

The Vision is For An Appointed Time

(Song)

The vision is for an appointed time

Publish it here and abroad.

Many shall understand and rejoice.

Wait on it!

The vision is for an appointed time.

No one can hurry the fulfillment thereof.

The time and season only God doth know;

Wait on it!

The vision is for an appointed time.

It shall speak and not lie.

God has declared its end from the start.

Wait on it!

Wait on it!

Wait on it!

God shall perform it.

Just believe it.

Wait on it!