Merry CHRISTmas

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Well it is that time of year again when Christmas decorations are everywhere and people are a little nicer. Unfortunately, this is also the time when it is so easy to get caught up in the busyness of the season that we forget its true meaning. The world has done a good job of attempting to take Christ out of CHRISTmas by means of substitution. They say “Happy Holidays” instead of “Merry Christmas” and try to convince people that it is all about giving and getting presents instead of drawing attention to Christ and His birth. However, Matthew 1:23 says otherwise.
“‘Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,’ which is translated, ‘God with us.’”
So you see, Christmas is about Jesus coming to us in human form as a baby with the intent of shedding His blood and dying so that we might live. This is the reason that red is the color of Christmas. This is the most precious gift that God or anyone could ever give you. God gave YOU His only Son because He loved YOU so very much and wanted to save you (John 3:16). Have you accepted that gift? If not, do so now. The Bible says that if you confess your sins and accept Christ into your life then you will be saved (John 3:16).

We want to take the time to thank you for your valuable support of NOTW this Christmas season. We know you have choices to purchase from other retailers, but know that you support God’s work when you buy through NOTW. A portion of sales is donated to your choice of 3 Christian ministries. By God’s grace, thousands have been saved through these ministries, and millions around the world are being encouraged daily through God’s Word and encouragement on all of our NOTW products. Your partnership with us is spreading God’s message of love, hope and peace.

May the Lord Jesus bless your Christmas season. Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

In His Name,
NOTW Team

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Use Christmas to share the Gospel

Monday, December 22, 2014

Guest Blog by © Ray Comfort, 2014

When I recently pulled up at a stop sign, I read it as the acronym: "STOP: Special Time Of Prayer.” So I decided from then then on to try and remember to have a special time of prayer for our nation every time I saw a stop sign. I not only need to pray for my nation, I need to be reminded to pray for my nation.

It's the same with Christmas. It’s a good reminder for me as to why I exist as a Christian and to what I should be doing.

While some argue that Christmas is pagan, commercial, or even demonic, I use it (like the stop sign) as a reminder, that Jesus came into the world to save sinners, as well as a reminder to take every opportunity to preach the gospel to the lost. They are the ones that need to hear its message.

I’m sure you know the story of the Good Samaritan. He’s the one that showed that he loved his neighbor as himself by tending to the needs of a stranger. His example should be the normal practice for human beings, but it’s not. This is evident when someone returns a wallet that is full of money or he gives his jacket to a homeless person on a cold day. Such kindness becomes instant and national news (especially around Christmas), and the fact that its newsworthy is a testimony of the rarity of human kindness.

Would you stop and help a stranger if he had been beaten? I’m sure you would. Would you bathe his wounds, put him in your car, take him to a place where he would be cared for, and then tell the manager that whatever he spends you will pay the bill?

Here’s another even more revealing question. Do you help those whom the enemy has ravaged in his agenda to kill steal and destroy? Do you pour in the oil and the wine of the gospel? Or do you cross over to the other side, busy with God’s work and leave the task of evangelism to others? There is no greater evidence that we fall short of loving our unsaved neighbor, than the complacency that we have to the fact that he is heading for a very real Hell.

Christmas is a perfect time to stop and reach out to the lost—to give gifts to unsaved friends, neighbors, or to family members. We can give them Christian books or DVD’s that contain the gospel, or send a Christmas card with a gospel tract tucked inside, or to actually speak to him about his eternal salvation. Just ask what he’s doing for Christmas, say how you love it because it reminds you of the most important event in human history. Then bite the bullet. Ask him what he thinks happens after someone dies. If you don’t know what to say next, check out our witnessing clips. They will help you: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL26524DA9664D92C5

Is Christmas pagan? Is Santa “Satan” misspelled? Are trees in the house a form of idolatry? That’s something you have to work out for yourself. In the meanwhile use Santa’s bouncy stomach as a springboard for the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ. And do it this Christmas, while it’s still legal to do so.

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NOTW Warehouse Sale Continues!!

Thursday, December 18, 2014

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Christmas, a celebration of God's Gift to mankind

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Christmas, a celebration of God's Gift to mankind
It is our prayer this Christmas that you can rest in the reality of Christ! I know from personal experience that no matter how challenging the circumstances, how discouraged, or how lonely you may feel at Christmas, God truly loves you and is with you wherever you may be. Will you take time this Christmas to believe that God is good, that He loves you and that He is with you? Will you place your burdens upon Jesus today? Christmas is about God’s unfathomable love for mankind and His everlasting gift of His Son, our Lord and Savior, JESUS!
“For God so loved the world that He gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life” John 3:16
We want to take the time to thank you for your valuable support of NOTW this Christmas season. We know you have choices to purchase from other retailers, but know that you support God’s work when you buy through NOTW. By God’s grace, over 18,000 people have been saved through this ministry, and millions around the world are being encouraged daily through God’s Word & encouragement on all of our products. Your partnership with us is spreading God’s message of love, hope and peace.

May the Lord Jesus bless your Christmas season. Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

NOTW Team

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NOTW Warehouse Sale (12/12 & 12/13)

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Thursday, November 27, 2014

Happy Thanksgiving from NOTW
Thanksgiving is an opportune time to reflect on God’s proven goodness; a time to celebrate and rejoice over all the blessings God has given us. Reflecting on God’s provision encourages us to keep moving forward in faith, with the assurance that He will always provide and rescue us yet again!
"I will praise the Lord at all times; His praise will always be on my lips. I will glory in the Lord; let the afflicted hear and rejoice. Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt His name together. I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame. This poor man called, and the Lord heard him; He saved him out of all his troubles," Psalms 34:1-6
This season, if you’re struggling due to health, finances, relationships or loneliness, be assured that God understands what you are going through. Maybe you have been praying for a long time without God answering you; please do not give up now. How willing are you to accept God’s delays? Sometimes His answers are but another prayer away. Faith believes that God rewards those who earnestly seek Him. Often I have asked God to help me overcome my unbelief and so can you!

This Thanksgiving, why not take the focus off of your circumstances and do something nice for someone? Whether it is inviting someone over for Thanksgiving dinner, sharing a smile, a thank you, or a praise, these are things we can do for others to make their day special and it pleases God.

In His Grace,
Aurelio F. Barreto III, FOUNDER

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6 Ways to Get an Unspeakable Joy

Monday, November 24, 2014

Guest Blog by © Ray Comfort, 2014

The celebration of Thanksgiving was originally set aside as a day to thank God for His provision, but for many it’s become like the ever popular “moment of silence.” Years ago when there was a national tragedy, people didn't become momentarily silent as a sign of respect. They prayed. That was the normal thing to do. It was also once normal to have God at the center of Thanksgiving.

As Christians we should celebrate Thanksgiving every day, but for some a thankful heart can wane. Recently I received the following question from an Associate Pastor. He said, "The last couple of months something has happened to me on the inside. I don't know what it is but I have lost all desire for ministry. I still pray daily and read the Word, but things of ministry have no interest to me. I just cannot seem to stir myself back up. Any advice you think may help?"

I did have some advice that I thought would help. I told him that every day I ride a bike for 1 ½ miles and really push myself. But one day when I got back from the ride I was so out of breath I felt like giving up. Instead of giving up I pumped the tires until they were hard as rock, and came back the next day from the ride feeling like I could do push-ups. Air leaking out of tires is slow and quiet, but its result is devastating for those who are in a race.

Christians are in the ultimate race, so we need to regularly put the air back into our tires and seal the cap tight. If the joy of a heart of thanksgiving has been deflated, the only effective way to get pumped about God is to think seriously about our sins in the light of His moral Law (that He sees our lust as adultery, etc.) and our consequent just damnation.

Then we should think about that writhing body pinned by nails so that we could avoid Hell. Scripture says, "...let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God" (Hebrew 12:1-2).

There are also five other practical exercises you can do to get yourself pumped and joyously thankful to God. Start your day by holding your breath for a full 60 seconds or longer. That will make you thankful that you can breathe.

Then don’t eat anything for 24 hours. Just drink water. That will make you thankful for food.

Next, visit a convalescent home for 2-3 hours and chat with those who still have a mind to chat. That will make you thankful for your mind and mobility.

Then take courage and visit a cancer ward in a hospital and share the Gospel with those who are dying. That will make you thankful you are alive and have some sort of future.

Finally, spend some time in a graveyard, soberly reading the names and dates on the tombstones. Think about the person whose body is beneath your feet--about how long they lived and where they will spend eternity. You will probably get a clue by what’s written on the tombstone. That will make every day Thanksgiving for you because of what Jesus did on the cross.

If these things don’t work, you need to go back to square one and do this quick test: www.NeedGod.com

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Expectant Faith

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Dear Friends,

There is nothing more rewarding and God honoring than when we exercise an expectant faith that says God is able, God is willing, and God will do it! When we pray and believe in God’s good and loving nature to give us all things good, we can experience fellowship in the process of Him answering our prayers. Whether it is physical, family, or financial, there is nothing greater than receiving what we have prayed for in faith!!!
"Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” Without weakening in his faith, he faced the fact that his body was as good as dead—since he was about a hundred years old—and that Sarah’s womb was also dead. Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised.” Romans 4:18-21
Nothing is too large, or too small for God to not get involved in, and for us to not receive His undeserved favor. The Holy Spirit uses Spurgeon below to open our eyes of faith and exercise our God given power to make the impossible-possible, through our faith!
"...faith is the only way whereby we can obtain blessings. If we want blessings from God, nothing can fetch them down but faith. Prayer cannot draw down answers from God’s throne except it be the earnest prayer of the man who believes. Faith is the angelic messenger between the soul and the Lord Jesus… Faith is the telegraphic wire which links earth and heaven—on which God’s messages of love fly so fast, that before we call he answers, and while we are yet speaking he hears us. But if that telegraphic wire of faith be snapped, how can we receive the promise? Am I in trouble?—I can obtain help for trouble by faith… Faith links me with divinity, Faith clothes me with the power of God. Faith engages on my side the omnipotence of Jehovah. Faith ensures every attribute of God in my defense. It helps me to defy the hosts of hell. It makes me march triumphant over my enemies. But without faith how can I receive anything of the Lord?… O, then, Christian, watch well thy faith; for with it you can win all things, however poor thou art, but without it we cannot obtain anything."
"Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26 Faith says; "I do not know when, and I do not know how, but I know that God will help me!" God loves you!

In His Grace,
Aurelio F. Barreto III, FOUNDER & CEO

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Is the Supernatural real?

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Is the Supernatural real?
Guest Blog by © Bill Myers, 2014

I love it when my science friends say there is no supernatural. When they insist that there's only the material world, that life is only what we can we can touch, see, taste, smell and measure. That's usually when I ask them about something they call Dark Energy and Dark Matter. They named it that because they know it’s here, they just can’t touch, see, taste, smell or measure it. It’s even more frustrating because it makes up 93% of reality.
TRANSLATION: If you only believe in the material world you only believe in 7% of reality!
The same goes for dimensions. We see and live in three - length, width, and height. But many physicists and mathematicians insist we live in at least 11 dimensions, or 22, or even more!
TRANSLATION: Much of science believes there are at least 7, 18 or more dimensions around us that we can’t see.
Does your brain hurt? Only if you try to squeeze all your understanding of reality into the natural world. But if you believe in the SUPERnatural, the one Jesus and the Bible speak of, it’s a piece of cake.

Over the years I've become a reluctant, supernatural know-it-all. Not because I wanted to, but because after "McGee and Me," a major Christian publisher asked me to write a book series unmasking the various supernatural counterfeits seducing today’s teens. The result was a 12 part book series that won the C.S. Lewis Honor Award, titled "Forbidden Doors."

While researching the series I traveled around the world investigating everything from demon possession, to UFO’s, to Wicca, to astrology, to reincarnation, to counterfeit angels, to, well the list goes on. Why? Because I wanted to get it right. This meant interviewing people like the head of the now dismantled CIA Psychic Research Department, the Son of Sam Serial Killer, mystics, UFO experts, witches, Satanists, top psychics, people struggling with demon possession, and ghost hunters.

The verdict? A lot of it is fake, people looking to make money off the gullible. But a lot of it is also real... sometimes with ugly, even deadly consequences. My mailbox is full of e-mails from kids and adults struggling with the dark side of the supernatural. Some of them merely have overactive imaginations. But for others it has been terrifying reality.

The good news is, in my twenty years of investigation, not once have I seen Jesus Christ fail to overcome the problem. That's quite a batting average. It may not happen at once, sometimes God lets the enemy use situations to test our faith or draw us closer to Jesus. But in the end He always wins.

My favorite story was when I visited one of the top psychic labs in the world. Was I scared? Oh, yeah. That’s why I was quietly praying nonstop along with several people back home. But the cool thing was whenever I entered a lab room or approached an experiment, the supernatural activity would stop. It was almost embarrassing. It got to the point where the staff was teasing me of having “negative psychic energy.” And, in a sense, they were right. Whatever was affecting the various experiments either stopped or left the room when I entered.

Why? Because I was some great man of God? I wish. No, it wasn't me. It was Who I hung out with.

From personal experience and years of research I believe spooky, supernatural stuff can happen. Am I frightened of it? No. And if you’re a Believer in Christ, you don’t have to be either. Because if we call on Him, Jesus Christ always, always has the power and ultimate victory. To Him, the devil’s creepy, special effects are laughable – just our enemy trying to scare us to put our faith into him, instead of Christ.

My most dramatic memory involved helping free a top LA psychic from demonic control. I was young and stupid and didn't know how much power I had in Christ so I’d pretty much worn myself out fighting with my own strength. It was then that a friend in the room claimed he saw Jesus Christ. According to him, the Lord was just calmly standing there, no ranting, no hollering, no shouting. Instead, Jesus simply glanced at the man and the demons left, screaming in terror. That was all it took... just one, single glance.

That’s the power Jesus Christ has over darkness. That’s why, regardless of the special effects the devil may use to try and scare us, if we've committed our lives to Christ, we’ll always, ALWAYS, have the ultimate victory. It may take a little while as Jesus tests and grows our faith, but He is our ultimate power which means we will have the ultimate victory. Or as 1 John 4:4 says:
"The one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world."

Help Tell Others About the Truth of the Supernatural

Not of This World (NOTW), along with Bill Myers are in the final phase of raising funds for the full-length feature film, Forbidden Doors. Much of the money for the film has already been raised, but we need your help to raise the final $400,000!

Do you want to tell others about the Truth of Jesus Christ & the supernatural? Let your voice be heard by backing this project here!

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What is PTM? - Levi Mitchell

Monday, October 20, 2014

Guest Blog by Levi Mitchell

PTM = Pure Till Marriage

This is a phrase I came up with in 2012 when describing my stance on sex before marriage and my belief in the Bible and Jesus Christ.

I began to get asked to do interviews while doing music and traveling around the world to speak to youth groups, I decided to be bold about my choice to remain pure until marriage. I believe that God will bless me for deciding to keep His commandments and treat my body as a temple. (1 Corinthians 6:13)

This is a choice that I make daily to deny my flesh. I pass no judgment on you, if you have already had sex (Romans 3:23) or if you do not hold the same values but, I do ask you to take the PLEDGE and start today no matter your past, stand with me and remain PTM from today until your wedding night.

I seek God everyday by reading the bible and praying, I believe that the teens of today are the future leaders, world changers, movers & shakers and will be the ones to carry the message of the Gospel.

PTM is a Movement, a Statement, and a Pledge to stay pure.

Pledge today to stay Pure Till Marriage here

Get Levi's 'Fear Ends Where Faith Begins' shirt here.

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NOTW Behind The Scenes - Christmas 2014 for Girls

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Here’s a little snapshot of what is coming Christmas 2014 to NOTW.com for the girls! We have a lot of colors, different body styles and different messages that express our love and praise for our Lord Jesus.


My favorite is "Cross Hatch". Why? If you look closely at the artwork, you’ll notice it's all hand drawn lines going all different directions. The cross is in the center, straight, clean… because Jesus is perfect. Our lives can be full of chaos with this and that, but we need to gravitate to God, the One at the center & on top of everything in our lives, on a daily basis. Inside the lines, there's a hidden message that says "Believe…and be saved. Not Of This World".

"Cross Hatch" is coming soon for girls, but is currently available for men in a Jade color. Check it out here!

Patty G.
Art Director at Not Of This World

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2014 NOTW Fall Lookbook

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

With the Fall season upon us, get ready for the cold weather with a preview of our modest NOTW Fall inspired women's fashion.

See all of the Fall Lookbook pictues on our Pinterest board here

Outfit features: Spur Cross 3/4 Hi Low Top
Paired with military green denim, khaki vest, long beaded necklace and riding boots.


Outfit features: Cross Hearts SS Tee and 3 Cord Bracelet
Paired with black skater skirt and glitter tights with short combat boots.


Outfit features: By Stripes 3/4 Sleeve Raglan and Love Script Bracelet
Paired with infinity scarf and copper denim and combat boots.


Outfit features: Grace Dolman and NOTW Hoop Earrings
Paired with copper denim, cropped paisely kimono, combat boots, and gold necklace and beaded bracelets.


Outfit features: Wonderfully Dolman Top
Paired with dark wash denim, beaded bracelets and riding boots.


Outfit features: Leopard Cross Dolman and Son and Spirit Lariat Necklace
Paired with copper denim and combat boots.


Outfit features: Free In Christ Hi Low Top
Paired with copper denim, oversize knit sweater with combat boots and a chiffon headband.


Outfit features: West Cross Hi Low Top, Faith Script Necklace, and NOTW Stackable Rings
Paired with dark wash denim, knit cardigan, gold bangles and riding boots.


Outfit features: Proverbs 31:30 crewneck sweater and Grace Script Bracelet
Paired with dark wash denim, combat boots and a crochet headband.


Outfit features: Humble America Oversize top
Paired with copper denim, military jacket, tennis and knit headband.

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Pray for NOTW

Friday, October 10, 2014

Pray for Not Of This World - NOTW
Dear Praying Friends,

There are times when community prayer is essential. For NOTW this is the time. I thank the Lord that He leads us to constantly pray, and now we ask you to join us like never before. I humbly ask you to please pray for NOTW as the Holy Spirit leads. That our sales would increase and that we would continue to minister to millions more in Christ!

I am reminded of Matthew 18:20, "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

Whether it be family, health, finances, emotional or spiritual, in all things, God says to never stop praying. Why? Because our loving and graceful God listens to our prayers! With this said, can you please pray for us and ask others to do so as well? I do ask you to share this post and consider helping us by wearing your faith today @ https://www.notw.com/

In His Grace,
Aurelio F. Barreto III, FOUNDER & CEO

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NOTW Showroom Grand Opening + Warehouse Sale (8/11/2014)

Friday, October 10, 2014

Join us in celebrating the grand opening of the Not Of This World showroom and bless someone in need during our food drive. Stay tuned for further special updates! We'll be having a huge Warehouse Sale also, so there will be tons of exclusive deals!

NOTW Warehouse Sale

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How To Walk By Faith, Not By Sight

Friday, October 3, 2014

Live By Faith Not By Sight
Guest Blog by Wes Ireton

You have likely seen this verse on a coffee cup, greeting card, or t-shirt at some point in your life. This verse is often among the favorites for many.
"for we walk by faith, not by sight." (2 Cor. 5:7)
Granted this portion of Scripture could apply to nearly all aspects of our lives. You may have heard this statement used in a prayer meeting for someone in need of healing. You might have also heard it used to encourage someone going through financial hardships.

While I agree that this phrase could offer encouragement in these occasions, there is a chance that many of us miss what the Apostle Paul meant in penning these words to the church in Corinth. Let's take a look at the verses that surround.
"So we are always of good courage. We know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord, for we walk by faith, not by sight. Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord. So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him." (1 Cor. 5:6-9)
Now we can get a better idea of what Paul is talking about when he says "we walk by faith, not by sight". Paul was reminding these believers of the life to come. He was encouraging them to live eternally minded. There should be this discomfort that comes with life on this planet, because we are away from our Lord. He reminds them that while we are here on this earth in these tents, we will never be fully satisfied. So rather than chasing after satisfaction on this earth, we are to live our lives to please the Lord who has an eternal satisfaction awaiting those who serve Him.

When we use this verse as encouragement and a source of hope, let's understand the truth.

When we are struggling financially – "we walk by faith, not by sight." We know that when we store up treasures in Heaven, no moth can destroy it, and no thieves can steal it (Matt. 6:19). We are not concerned with earthly riches, but we know there is great gain in godliness with contentment (1 Tim. 6:6).

When we are suffering illness – "we walk by faith, not by sight." Sickness, disease, pain, and tears are reminders that our citizenship is in Heaven (Phil. 3:20). We have an eternal hope where there is no sickness, pain, or tears. One glorious day, we will be completely made whole.

When we become anxious - "we walk by faith, not by sight." We know that our Father provides for us. We do not need to become anxious about anything, but in prayer, make our requests known to Him (Phil. 4:6). When we seek first the Kingdom of God, and find our pleasure in Him, He will give us the desires of our hearts (Matt. 6:33, Ps. 37:4).

The more that we remind ourselves that this earth is not our home, the easier it will be to face its challenges. When we walk according to who we are in Christ, rather than what we see around us, we will possess a everlasting hope that overcomes all obstacles.

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