A Cheap View of Heaven!
Therefore, all who dwell upon the Earth whose names written in the Book of Life by the Lamb, who was slain from the beginning of the world, shall worship him. Revelation 13:8.

Forgive me Father for having a cheap view of heaven. I have rejoiced indeed that Jesus died to make a place for me there; but Your Word keeps reminding the difference of salvation and being a disciple.

Isn’t that what Paul means; “Christ…loved the church and gave Himself up for her-that He might present to Himself the church in all of her glory, having no spot or wrinkle or any such thing” (Ephesians 5:25-27).

It is one thing to arrive in heaven by the skin of my teeth, but how much better to arrive there applauded! The right to be there is because what Jesus has done for me but also involves the work He has done in me. Simple faith in Him assures me of a place in heaven, but only firmly following Him confirms me being a disciple (2 Peter 1:11).

I must confess that I have been one of those who have cheapened your grace. I have led many to believe that the ease of accepting Christ as Savior also applies to the lived-out in my Christian life. God’s grace is not softness, as witnessed by Calvary’s wounds. God’s grace is simply permission, not qualification. It merely opens the door to God’s great school of training and discipline; it does not promise us it will not come with persecution and suffering.

I thank you Father God for your grace! Without it we would be suffering endlessly and hopelessly lost. Lord, may we never throw your grace to the pigs by living irresponsibly and sloppy here on earth will please You! (Matthew 16:25). Discipleship is a long road in the same direction to the cross.

What is your excuse?
“He who observes the wind [and waits for all conditions to be favorable] will not sow, and he who regards the clouds will not reap.” Ecc. 11:4 (AMP)

This scripture speaks about a person that looks at the storms of life and waits and says I am not going to help others until all of the conditions in my life are perfect. God has called us in the middle of a dark and confused world to minister to people. We must remember that conditions will never be perfect to help others. But many people have many excuses for not serving God. We say that we are too old, too young, I don’t have time, I don’t have any money, I have too many of my own problems, it’s too hard, too early, I don’t know how to do this, I have kids, or I am taking care of my business, etc. What are we really saying to God? We are saying do not disturb me.

We must understand if we stand around waiting for everything to be perfect to serve God we will never sow into people’s lives. If we don’t sow we will never reap what God has for us. We must be ready to be used by God when it is convenient or inconvenient. But we are addicted to being convenient. If we go shopping and the escalator does not work we start to complain instead giving thanks to God that we have two good legs. We are addicted to entertainment and think that we should be entertained all of the time.

We don’t like to see the ugliest in the world because it means we have to do something to alleviate the pain and suffering of others. We need to get our eyes off of ourselves and reach out to others. We don’t need to pray if we should help people. God has called us to be the light in the middle of a dark world. If you don’t sow you will not reap. You need to sow time, money, mercy, compassion, patience, and love to reap these very same things when we will need them. Get your head out of the clouds, look around and help someone in need. Find someone who right now needs help and help them!

Do you want to make God happy? Help somebody!

Some people wonder why they can’t have faith for healing. They feed their bodies three hot meals a day, and the their spirit one cold snack.
F.F Bosworth

The Enemy You Can’t See!
“We are human, but we don’t wage war as humans do. We use God’s mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ. And after you have become fully obedient, we will punish everyone who remains disobedient.” 2 Cor. 10: 3-6, (NLT)

I need to remind everyone that every minute of every day there is a battle going on for your thoughts! Have you ever had the experience you are going alone minding your own business and some terrible thoughts come into your head? This is because there are three voices that are speaking to us. It is God as we mediate upon His word. These are positive thoughts full of confidence and victory guiding us through the day and different situations. The second voice is that of the devil who wants to instill doubt, fear and negative thoughts. And the third voice is that of ourselves that mull over the results of that which we are thinking.

We need to become aware when the devil is speaking to us. There are a lot of people who don’t even believe that he exists. But he does and wants to kill you and your families, steal your dreams and desires, and destroy your life. God on the other hand wants you to have an abundant life overflowing with blessings so you can also bless others.

Our job is to recognize these negative thoughts, reasoning’s, and rebellious arguments that contradict the word of God. We fight them by confessing the word of God says and repeat it several times a day if necessary. Let’s say a thought comes to you saying you are a failure and you can’t do anything right. You need to say out loud, “I am victorious in Christ. I can do all things through God who gives me strength. I am the masterpiece of God. I am valuable and have worth in the sight of God. God’s loves me and meets all of my needs through Christ Jesus!”

Remember there is a battle going on for the thoughts of your mind. You don’t have to let the enemy control your thoughts. You fight back by speaking the word of God. This is how you take these negative words captive and teach your mind to obey the word of God.

The way you THINK is the way you will SPEAK. And the way you speak is the way you will LIVE!

Harvest Evangelistic Association Year End Report for 2025

Rev. Claudia and Dr. Emerick serve as teachers at CDC State Prisons in California. They send bi-weekly teachings to over 180 inmates across eight California prisons and one out-of-state facility. Our inmate Pastor Robert Lopez and his team have led over 200 men to the Lord Jesus on Yard A at Lancaster State Prison. And meet every Sunday both in English and Spanish these men for discipleship.

Rev. Claudia and Dr. Emerick have produced more than 400 teaching videos and posts in both English and Spanish on their YouTube channel, creating valuable opportunities to study the Word of God. Their LinkedIn account is also active, with over 6,000 followers and upwards of 134,000 views on their teaching materials. Visitors to their website have come from countries such as the United States, Mexico, Brazil, China, Japan, Germany, France, the Philippines, Kenya, Sweden, Canada, Singapore, the Netherlands, Pakistan, and India.

They also send through their contact list of roughly 800 people, Christian messages and videos three times each month, resulting in about 28,800 recipients for 2025. Their YouTube channel has received more than 12,900 views. Rev. Claudia and Dr. Emerick continue to counsel and teach in person or via Zoom whenever new ministry opportunities arise.

This year, total donations amounted to $21,904, while expenses totaled $21,730. Through your support we have donated $7,001 to families and ministries, and four families or individuals support the ministry that makes these efforts possible. Dr. Emerick and his wife Claudia express gratitude to everyone who contributes to this ministry.

Carlos Bustos, Treasurer

Mannequin Christianity!
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (John 10:10).

The one thing that God wants to see above all else in me, and that He prizes above all else, is a genuine thirst for Him and His kingdom. He makes this the condition of service. Aaron was chosen as high priest for Israel because his rod “budded” (Numbers 17:8); it sprouted with blossom and fruit because God Himself had miraculously given it life. The lesson is obvious: unless I possess this type of total dedication to Him. I will be fruitless.

God’s people have institutionalized spiritual service. We call a man to be a pastor, and because his is officially a pastor, we expect him to be a mouthpiece for God. Not Necessarily. The title is not the reflection of the type of life God desires, and the office is not the fruit. God does not bless an office or a title; He blesses a person, and He blesses him because he evidences the flow of dedication and integrity in his life.

Jesus Christ was a Priest after the order of Melchizedek (Hebrews 5:6). Why? Because Melchizedek was a priest in function, not office. He had no temple, no sanctuary, no ritual; but his life was a continuous outpouring of the life of God in his heart, which blessed others, including Abraham.

Walking in the power of the Holy Spirit is what God requires and what the world craves. Walking in the power of the Holy Spirit is walking in LOVE which fulfills the law (Romans 13:8-10). Nobody, not even an agnostic, will refuse the life and fruit that God gives through His people, but everyone will bitterly denounce the “mannequin” aspect of Christianity, form without life. If I am to serve the world I must have life, the “more abundant” life that Jesus came to offer. Men have no use for “rods” or “sticks” that are beautiful in appearance but helpless to makes things new. God is the Reviver of dry bones and the Restorer of parched deserts; He is the Giver of Life through His Holy Spirit, by whom I become gloriously, overflowingly alive (Ezekiel 37:14).

Rights & Privileges!
Jesus was God’s Son, yet He learned obedience by the things which He suffered. Hebrews 5:8.

I must learn once and for all the differences between my rights and my privileges. To be called a “son of God” is my right because of what Jesus suffered on the cross of Calvery. (John 1:12), but the expression of that sonship is a privilege that I must earn. Even Jesus, the eternal Son of God, had to earn a better name than the angels (Hebrews 1:4). Sonship with God comes to me through my faith in Jesus Christ, but the glory of my sonship comes to me only when I am faithful to Him who called me and my calling.

How I love the “over-comings” of (Revelation 2 and 3). “To him who overcomes, “said Jesus to His followers, “I will give….” What wonderful blessings He grants and bestows on His servants: the tree of life, hidden manna, power over nations, open praise, a new name, and a throne of glory. And yet w\each of these is not given unconditionally; it is bestowed upon me as I overcome. The overcomer earns the privilege; and unless he does indeed earn it, none will be given, even though he is a son of God.

That is what I read about Jesus. “Therefore…God highly exalted Him, and bestowed on Him the name which is above every name (Philippians 2:9). The glory that Jesus now enjoys is an earned glory, a glory that the Father bestowed upon Him only after He made Himself of no reputation, took upon Himself the form of a servant, became man, and obeyed even to the cross.

So, it must be with me. My sonship with God is the seed out of which I am to reap a harvest of dedicated discipleship, the result of which will be reward, recognition, honor, and praise. God forbid is should ever be said of me, “He did not live up to his birth promise”. Rather, by God’s help, may I hear Him say; “I have counted you worthy of the Kingdom. (2 Thessalonians 1:5). I am in the Kingdom by grace; I am worthy of the Kingdom by obedient sonship.

The Atmosphere of Unbelief!
But as for me, I will walk in my integrity; Redeem me and be merciful to me. My foot stands in an even place; In the congregations I will bless the Lord. (Palms 26:11-12).

I must be aware of the negative power of unbelief and evermore common of the negative power of the atmosphere of unbelief. Jesus did not do many miracles because of their unbelief. (Matt. 13:58). The state of my spiritual health affects others, and it even affects my relationship to God. How often a meeting has been destroyed by a negative, critical attitude on the part of one of the members; and how often has the power of God been expressed simply because one person was in tune with the Holy Spirit.

I often pray for teachers and pastors, but I now realize that I must pray also for the congregation. The congregation needs the anointing to be the channels of the Lord’s power, least an evil spirit of doubt, distrust, bitterness, or criticism choke out the Lord’s presence and His Word. If I leave a gathering unblessed is because I came in that way, and I was unwilling to change. Sometimes the Lord prompt us to say things, but we do not for fear of man. (Proverbs 29:25). I can now see how easily the King Saul dark moods, affected the course of the nation.

In any gathering of the people of God must be in unity or walk away from them. (1John 2:19.) Remember the miracle of the little girl that the Lord resurrected from the dead. (Mark 45:21-43). There were a lot of people laughing at Him, and He put them out of the room and only allowed John and James to stay. Sometimes we need to keep negative people out of our lives because their negativity will eventually influence us. The Holy Spirit wants to move among God ‘s people and do great things, but negativity will hold Him back. I must be 100% for the Lord. I must walk in worship and obedience. Otherwise, I’m a destroyer of unborn blessings. Jesus Christ with anointed by the Holy Spirit to do many things to keep me from being negative. He gives us beauty for ashes and the oil of gladness instead of mourning.
(Isa. 61:1).

Remember the way you THINK is the way you will SPEAK. And the way you speak is the way you will LIVE.

Dr. Timothy and Claudia Emerick have been married for 25 years. Between them they have 4 sons, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Our motto has always been “for us and our household we will serve the lord.” Joshua 24:2,15.

Dr. Emerick is a Christian psychologist and his wife who holds a B.A in Psychology-Criminal Justice from the American Public University and they use the scriptures to help people become all they can become in Christ Jesus. To date we have over 470 teaching videos and posts both in English and Spanish on our YouTube channel, and it would be to your advantage to study the Word of God with us through this media. We are also on LinkedIn with over 6,000 followers and more than 134,000 views of the teaching materials posted.

Dr. Emerick has been in the teaching profession for more than 53 years. He taught in a variety of universities and colleges. Dr. Emerick has 20 years of earning different degrees and has dedicated himself to higher education in service to help others.

Dr. Emerick accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in 1972. He was ordained in 1976 by the Independent Assemblies of God International. Rev. Claudia accepted the Lord in 2004. She completed the Two-Year Bible Institute program in 2006. She was ordained by the Independent Assemblies of God International in 2015. They have remained active helping the body of Christ through leadership mentoring, teaching and preaching, and providing counseling services.

Dr. Emerick is a Forensic Psychologist and is an expert witness in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. He’s an Expert Witness in Behavioral Profiling. He’s a Certified Expert in Forensic Interviewing and Narcotics Identification and Detection.

Accredited Education
He has a PhD in Psychology from Saybrook University.
He has an MA in Applied Clinical Sociology from CSUN Northridge University.
He has an MDiv in Theology from Azusa Pacific University.
He has a BTh in Theology from Life Pacific University.
He has a Diploma in New Testament Studies from Rhema Bible College.
He has a BA in Sociology-Criminal Justice from CSUN Northridge University.

Remember, the way we THINK is the way we will Speak. And the way we speak is the way we will LIVE!

Journey of Faith: An Interview and Personal Testimony

Early Years and Life-Changing Decisions
In 1980, at the age of 30, I participated in an interview with the Daily News. My journey as a Christian began in 1972 when I was 22 years old. Four years later, in 1976, I was ordained at the age of 26. These milestones marked the foundational steps in my walk with God and set the course for the years that followed.

Decades of Faithfulness
Over the past 53 years, I have walked with Father God, experiencing His presence through both joyful and challenging times. Throughout all circumstances, I have consistently found that God remains steadfast and faithful. During moments of trouble, I have learned the importance of turning toward the Cross instead of away from it, trusting that God’s faithfulness will never fail.