Guidelines for living.
August 19th, 2026

God is as Close as Your Need

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Psalm 19:1



Anyone who has ever looked up at the stars on a dark night has, at times, been awe-struck by their vastness and the greatness of space, yet only twelve men in all history have been privileged to stand on the moon and look back towards the blue planet, as Earth has described. Standing on the surface of the moon, the Earth is some 229,000 plus miles away, and, according to Jim Irwin, one of the 12 astronauts who saw it from that perspective, the Earth appears to be the size of a walnut.

It takes a second and a half for light to reach us from the moon. Accordingly, astronomers refer to heavenly bodies as being light-years away. Now, a light year is the distance it takes light to travel in 365 days at the speed of 186,282 miles per second.

Our closest star, excluding the sun, is Alpha Centauri: 26 trillion miles away. It’s five times the sun; it takes 4.5 light years for light to reach us even from the closest star.

Very quickly the vastness of God’s creation begins to challenge our minds and comprehension—too great to fathom. So, how can the human mind handle all of this when we are accustomed to measuring distance in terms of miles or kilometers from our home?

Now, imagine the thickness of a single sheet of paper and conceptualize that sheet of paper as representing the distance from the Earth to the sun, 93 million miles away. The distance to Alpha Centauri, the closest star, would be represented by the thickness of a stack of paper 71 feet high, or the height of a seven-story building. The diameter of our galaxy alone would be a pile of paper 310 miles high. Again, that’s based on the fact that the thickness of a single sheet of paper would represent the distance between the Earth and the sun.

On several occasions, Jim Irwin, one of the 12 astronauts, was our guest at Guidelines. Before I did an interview with him, we had lunch with several friends at a nearby restaurant. While he was away from the table making a phone call, I told the waitress serving us who he was. When Jim came back to the table, the waitress kept peering out of the corner of her eye.

But honestly, having experienced what Colonel James Irwin experienced separated him from the masses of humanity who stand on Earth and look up at the moon and the stars. One thing that impressed me about Jim is that his perspective of Earth, as well as of space and God, was different from most people. Why? He’d been there! He saw it from a different perspective, and for him life would never be the same.

Robert Louis Stevenson, the poet, put it so beautifully when he wrote,

The stars shine over the mountains,

The stars shine over the sea,

The stars look up to the mighty God,

The stars look down on me,

The stars shall last for a million years,

A million years and a day,

But God and I will live and love

When the stars have passed away.”1

God is not “out there” somewhere. He’s as close as your need. He will reveal something of that personal care for you as you turn to Him and trust Him. He’s the God who cares, as well as the God, the Creator—which you can discover for yourself. Friend, get to know God. That’s the secret to life.


Resource Reading: Psalm 19:1-14

𝐈 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝟏𝟐-𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬, and I’m excited to share the conversation with my friends here on Lordsbook.

In the interview with 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 , I shared aspects of my journey in ministry, my experience serving in a remote island community, and some of the lessons God has taught me about 𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐨𝐝’𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧—𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝.

We also talked about my writing journey and the message behind one of my published books, No Place Is Bad If God Sends You—a reminder that when God sends us, we can trust Him for the grace to thrive wherever He places us.

I would love for you to listen to the interview and let me know what part of the conversation speaks to you most.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰.

For friends who would like to get a copy of No Place Is Bad If God Sends You, I’ll also drop the 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Thank you for always being part of the journey.

#12MinuteConvos #NoPlaceIsBadIfGodSendsYou #ChristianAuthor #Ministry #Faith #Purpose #Obedience #GodsCalling

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TUESDAY MORNING PRAYER FOR OUR FAMILY!

“But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15 (KJV)

Heavenly Father, in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we come before You on this Tuesday morning with grateful hearts. Thank You for waking us up and giving us another day that we did not earn but received because of Your grace and mercy.
Your Word declares, “This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24.
Father, before we ask You for anything, we thank You for everything. Thank You for life. Thank You for strength. Thank You for our families. Thank You for keeping us through dangers seen and unseen. Thank You for the doors You opened, the doors You closed, and even the things You protected us from that we never knew were coming.
Lord, as our families begin this Tuesday, go before us. Order our steps, direct our decisions, guard our hearts, protect our homes, and keep Your hand upon every member of our family.
Your Word says, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” — Proverbs 3:5–6.
HEAL OUR FAMILY, LORD
Father, this morning we bring before You every family member who is battling sickness—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
You know every diagnosis.
You know every symptom.
You know every pain.
You know every sleepless night.
You know every private struggle.
You know every burden that has become too difficult to explain to others.
Father, touch them right now.
Your Word declares, “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved.” — Jeremiah 17:14.
Lord, stretch forth Your healing hand.
Where there is sickness, bring healing.
Where there is pain, bring relief.
Where there is weakness, bring strength.
Where there is fear, bring faith.
Where there is confusion, bring clarity.
Where there is discouragement, restore hope.
Where there are troubled minds, release Your supernatural peace.
You promised in Isaiah 26:3, “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
Father, guard the minds of our family members. Give peace to those overwhelmed by life's pressures. Strengthen those carrying emotional burdens in silence. Remind them that they are seen by You, loved by You, and never beyond the reach of Your hand.
Your Word says, “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3.
So, Lord, heal, deliver, restore, and set free!
We stand upon Psalm 107:20:“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”
Send Your Word into every hospital room, rehabilitation center, doctor's office, nursing facility, and every home where healing is needed.
Give physicians wisdom. Give nurses compassion. Give caregivers strength. Give families patience. And give those who are sick the courage to keep believing You one day at a time.
SAVE OUR FAMILY, LORD
Father, our greatest prayer is not simply that our family will be healthy, prosperous, or successful. Our greatest prayer is that our family will know Jesus Christ.
We lift before You every family member who has not surrendered their life to Christ.
Draw them by Your Spirit.
Let somebody who has been running from You begin running toward You.
Let somebody who has questioned You begin seeking You.
Let somebody who has never prayed begin calling upon Your name.
Let somebody ask the same question asked in Acts 16:30:
“Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”
And let the answer ring clearly:
“Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved.” — Acts 16:31.
Father, let salvation come into our households!
Your Word declares, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” — Romans 10:13.
And Jesus declared, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” — John 14:6.
Lord, let our children know Jesus.
Let our grandchildren know Jesus.
Let husbands and wives know Jesus.
Let our brothers and sisters know Jesus.
Let our extended families know Jesus.
Break destructive generational patterns and establish a new spiritual legacy—a legacy of faith, prayer, worship, obedience, integrity, forgiveness, and love.
May generations after us be able to say, “Our family served the Lord!”
PROVIDE FOR OUR FAMILY, LORD
Father, we lift every family member who is looking for employment.
You know every application submitted, every résumé sent, every interview completed, and every person waiting for someone to call them back.
Open the right doors.
Give them favor with hiring managers and decision-makers. Lead them to positions where their gifts, abilities, and experience will be appreciated.
For those already employed who need promotion, advancement, better opportunities, increased wages, raises, improved benefits, or greater financial stability, we ask You to make a way.
Your Word declares, “For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge.” — Psalm 75:6–7.
Bless the work of our hands, Lord.
Let integrity speak for us.
Let excellence distinguish us.
Let favor surround us.
And when You elevate us, keep us humble enough to remember Who opened the door.
PROVIDE FOR THOSE STRUGGLING FINANCIALLY
Father, we especially pray for family members facing financial pressure.
Some are trying to stretch a paycheck.
Some are worried about rent or mortgage payments.
Some are facing medical bills.
Some are dealing with debt.
Some need groceries.
Some are facing unexpected expenses.
Some are working but still struggling to make ends meet.
But today we stand upon Philippians 4:19:
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
Father, You are our Source.
Provide what our families need.
Give us wisdom to manage what You provide. Teach us to be disciplined, generous, responsible, and faithful stewards.
Give our families creative ideas, opportunities, strategies, and open doors.
Where there has been lack, provide.
Where there has been financial confusion, give wisdom.
Where there has been debt, give us a plan and discipline.
Where there has been financial fear, replace it with faith and responsible action.
Lord, supply every need according to Your riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
PROTECT OUR FAMILY THIS TUESDAY
Father, as our family members leave their homes today, cover them.
Protect those driving to work.
Protect those traveling.
Protect our children and grandchildren.
Protect those working long hours.
Protect those caring for loved ones.
Protect those going to medical appointments.
Protect our homes while we are away.
Your Word declares, “For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” — Psalm 91:11.
Lord, keep us from accidents, danger, violence, and circumstances we cannot see coming.
Bring everyone safely home.
STRENGTHEN THE LOVE IN OUR FAMILY
Father, help us to remember that before careers, money, possessions, accomplishments, titles, and recognition, our greatest responsibility is to love You and love one another.
Jesus said, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.” — Matthew 22:37.
Lord, You come first.
Before our plans—You.
Before our ambitions—You.
Before our possessions—You.
Before everything else—You.
And because we love You, teach us how to love one another.
Your Word declares, “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” — 1 John 4:11.
Heal broken relationships within our family.
Remove bitterness.
Destroy unforgiveness.
Break down walls caused by pride.
Help us apologize when we are wrong.
Help us forgive when we have been hurt.
Help us communicate with grace.
Help us stop allowing small disagreements to create permanent separation.
Let husbands and wives love one another.
Let parents and children understand one another.
Let brothers and sisters support one another.
Let generations respect and learn from one another.
Lord, make our families stronger, closer, healthier, and more Christ-centered.

OUR TUESDAY FAMILY DECLARATION...
This Tuesday morning, we declare:
Our family belongs to God!
We declare healing over our sick.
We declare peace over troubled minds.
We declare deliverance for those who are bound.
We declare salvation for those who do not yet know Jesus.
We declare employment for those seeking jobs.
We declare favor and increase for those needing advancement.
We declare provision for those struggling financially.
We declare restoration over broken relationships.
We declare protection over our homes and families.
We declare love where there has been division.
And above everything else, we declare:
“But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15.

Father, we may not know everything this Tuesday will bring, but we know Who holds this Tuesday in His hands.
Therefore, we trust You.
Order our steps.
Guard our hearts.
Renew our minds.
Strengthen our bodies.
Provide for our needs.
Protect our families.
Save our loved ones.
Restore our relationships.
And let everything we say and do bring glory to Your name.
We seal this prayer with Ephesians 3:20:
“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.”
We believe You can do it.
We believe You are working even when we cannot see it.
And we believe that the hand of God is upon our family!
In the mighty, healing, delivering, saving, providing, protecting, and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray.
AMEN, AMEN, AND AMEN!

OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL

DATE: TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST 2026

TOPIC: GOD’S COVENANT OF PROMOTION

MEMORIZE:
"But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil." Psalm 92:10 (KJV)

BIBLE READING: PSALM 75:6-7
6 For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south.

7 But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.

MESSAGE:
The devil often uses the promise of promotion to lure people into making covenants with him. For example, I have heard of cases where those in authority would ask someone due for a promotion at work to enter into an evil covenant by joining a secret cult before the promotion is granted.

Beloved, if you ever find yourself in such an ordeal, I urge you never to enter into such covenants.

Today’s Bible reading tells us that promotion comes from God. When He says yes, nobody can say no. When God decides to promote you, it doesn’t matter what anybody may try because you will reach the position that He intends. He controls the heart of kings; therefore, if anyone in authority threatens you, saying, “You will not be promoted unless you join us,” take your stand as a child of God, and never give in. Just hold on to God, and in the end, you will emerge victorious.

Sometime ago, one of my spiritual sons came to me and said, “Daddy, I am tired of being in one spot for so long; I want to move forward. I have an interview tomorrow, please pray for me.” I replied,

“Let us pray,” and he said, “No! Just speak a word.”

Then I told him that the interview would be successful. He went for the interview and came back beaming with joy. He said, “Daddy, I prepared hard for the interview, but they only asked me three questions: What is your name? Which post did you apply for? When do you want to start?” | congratulated him, and he said, “Daddy, please speak another word.” I obliged and responded,

“Your promotion will be rapid.” The next day, He came back dancing for joy. He said, “When I resumed this morning, I was asked to go to the boardroom. The people who interviewed me the previous day were seated there, and they said, ‘Our Managing Director resigned yesterday. Are you ready to take on the post?’ I replied,

“Congratulations, that’s a rapid promotion.” He told me to speak another word, and I said that God would complete the good work He had started in him. The next day, he came back to me almost speechless as his salary had been doubled! Then he said I should speak another word, and I jokingly responded, “Do you want to collect the company from the owners?”

Beloved, I pray that my Father will surprise you with rapid promotions, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT:
Nothing and no one can limit a man whom God has decided to promote.

BIBLE READING IN ONE YEAR:
JEREMIAH 47-48

AUTHOR: PASTOR E. A. ADEBOYE

HYMNAL 20 - I'M PRESSING ON THE UPWARD WAY
1. I'm pressing on the upward way, New heights I'm gaining
everyday; Still praying as I onward bound "Lord, plant my feet on higher ground."

CHORUS:
Lord, lift me up and let me stand, By faith, on Heaven's table-land; Where love, and joy, and light abound, Lord, plant my feet on higher
ground.

2. My heart has no desire to stay where doubts arise, and fears dismay; though some may dwell where these abound, My constant aim is higher ground.

CHORUS:

3. Beyond the mist I fain would rise, to rest beneath unclouded skies, above earth's turmoil peace is found By those who dwell on higher ground.

CHORUS:

4. I long to scale the utmost height, Though rough the way, and hard the fight, My song, while climbing, shall resound Lord, lead me on to higher ground.

CHORUS:

5. Lord, lead me up the mountain side I dare not climb without my Guide; And, heaven gained, I'll gaze around, With grateful heart from higher ground.

CHORUS:



PRAYER POINTS ON TODAY'S OPEN HEAVENS DEVOTIONAL
Tuesday 18th August 2026

GOD'S COVENANT OF PROMOTION
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‎PRAYER POINTS
1.Father, I praise You for promotion comes from You, and this is an assurance that nothing and no one can stop my lifting from you.

2.Father, thank You for Your covenant to make me the head and never the tail. Thank You for choosing me to prosper and and to be in good health.

3.Father, please help me to stand in the assurance of Your covenant with me. Help me to trust You with all my heart and to wait on the fulfillment of Your promises for my life, in Jesus' name.

4.Father, please help me never to compromise my faith in You. Help me to be faithful at the level I am now so I can attain the greater heights You have prepared for me, in Jesus' name.

5.Father, please help me to take my stand as Your child, and never to give in to the deceits of the devil so I can emerge victorious everyday of my life, in Jesus' name.

6.Father, please speak a word into my life and terminate every form of stagnation in every area of my endeavors, in Jesus' name.

7.Father, please show me Your mercy and let Your covenant of promotion be activated on me, in Jesus' name.

8.Father, please keep me in Your covenant and let me begin to enjoy rapid promotions, in Jesus' name.

9.Father, please establish me and my household in Your covenant of promotion so we can have access to Your immeasurable blessings and benefits, in Jesus' name.

10.Father, thank You for the life of Your son, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye.
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Help him to continue to enjoy Your covenant of promotion, in Jesus' name. Bless his children (biological and spiritual). Help him to continue to produce sons and daughters to Your glory, in Jesus name
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‎11.Father, please bless Your son that You have been using to prepare these prayer points, with wisdom and favour. Answer all his prayers beyond measure, and all those who have been broadcasting them, in Jesus' name.
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‎12.Father, please let every challenge and temptations, hindrance and obstacles of getting these prayer points across to Your children, timely, and on daily basis be removed, in Jesus name.
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‎13.Your personal petitions.
‎(Philippians 4:6)
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‎14.In Jesus name I pray.
‎(John 14:13-14; 15:16)
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‎#Godblessournation

‎These prayers have no expiry dates! Please, pray them, irrespective of the time they get to you. Remain blessed, in Jesus name.

Hisle Films seeking experienced movie Script Writer
(Film format only - no TV format)

This Writer will sign an NDA, Can live anywhere, Will work remotely, Will have access to their own Windows PC [desktop or laptop] or Mac, Will have their own Cell Phone (Apple iPhone preferred but not required), Will have their own Google Gmail Email Account [or create one], Will have a recording device or App on their cell phone for dictation, Will have notepad & pencil [no pen], Will have an active CashApp or Venmo Account or Zelle [through their bank] for getting paid, Upon hire this Writer I choose needs to have the flexibility to be available via video (WhatsApp, or FaceTime) to brainstorm this new movie script with the Director (me) for at least 3 solid hours every other week on either any Friday or Saturday [9am-12pm Denver Mountain Standard Time] till new movie script is complete by or before Jan 1, 2028. There's so much more which will be discussed during interview. Best way to interview is to read everything with-in this posting, visit & become familiar with Hisle Films entire website to get to know me the Director better, then email Hisle Films at hislefilms@gmail.com & in the Subject Line type "MovieScriptWriter HisleFilms NewMovie" & in the body of the email include the following: tell me about you & your walk with Jesus, provide your website which reflects you as a movie script writer- tell me what you bring to the table & why

Must be a genuine believer / follower of Jesus [The 1 & only true God]

Whomever I book / hire to write the Script for my new movie even though we'll both be brainstorming, this Writer will get full credit as the Writer plus, Hisle Films will pay for the Copyright of this Script which will only reflect the Writers name as the Writer

The content will be used to bring glory to the Father & His Kingdom first & foremost / Win lost souls for Jesus / Entertain because it is a movie

The Writer will have at least a minimum of 5 years experience [or more], real hands on, real world, verifiable proof writing both short & feature movie Scripts, will have experience using MS Word / Adobe Reader & Google Docs, will have experience listening to the Director [that's me] verbalize this new movie idea over video (WhatsApp or FaceTime) & the Writer will dictate & turn dictation into movie Script little by little

We'll discuss compensation during video interview

Project length will be 2 hours / 120 pages / not counting the title page or ending credits

Target Audience will be lost souls for Jesus & everyone who loves to be entertained by movies

Know someone with an authentic testimony that could point others toward Jesus? Tag them below or send them the guest application:

https://www.rybickulous.com/rybickulous-faith-podcast

Applications are prayerfully reviewed, and submission does not guarantee an interview.

I've been following Abraham for awhile and have found his book on Daniel's 70 day prophesy to be quite informational; specifically in the realms of Chronos time. This interview about how God uses solar eclipses and patterns is fascinating. #eclipse

More of this interview:

https://www.tiktok.com/@sunshinefromthebi/video/7668430157203426574?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7671486552812193293

PREGNANT ANNE HATHAWAY GETS EMOTIONAL AT 'THE ODYSSEY'-THEMED BABY GIFT
SYNOPSIS: Actress Anne Hathaway became visibly emotional during a TODAY Show interview when presented with a custom, "The Odyssey"-themed baby outfit for her third child. The handmade gift featured "The Odyssey"-inspired crocheted battle gear, including a diaper cover, a cape, and a helmet.
READ MORE: https://robertdhosken.substack.com/p/pregnant-anne-hathaway-gets-emotional

A British millionaire is putting his own money on the line to defend Christian street preachers.
Samuel Leeds, a successful property entrepreneur and devout Christian, has publicly pledged to personally fund legal representation for any Christian street preacher in Britain who faces police action simply for sharing their faith.
He says he is “outraged and shocked.”
“I am outraged and shocked to see Christians getting arrested on the streets and being told that they’re offensive for preaching about Jesus when we are living in a Christian country,” Leeds told Truth Times in an exclusive interview. “We see Christians being persecuted all over the world, but seeing it happen in Great Britain — seeing the disdain, the hatred and now the oppression of Christian voices — really bothers me.”
Recent cases have made headlines. Pastor Dia Moodley was handcuffed and thrown in a cell in Bristol for preaching. Pastor Steve Maile was arrested in Watford under circumstances he strongly denies. In both situations, and others like them, police intervention has sparked national debate about free speech and religious liberty.
Leeds is done watching from the sidelines.
“Having been successful in business, I felt it was only right and appropriate for me to put my hand in my pocket and help these people,” he said. “Where Christians are being unfairly targeted simply for preaching their faith, I’m prepared to put my money behind defending them. They deserve proper legal representation rather than simply being silenced by police officers who sometimes overstep the mark and don’t even understand the law themselves.”
He is blunt about what he sees as a growing double standard in modern Britain.
“No, it’s not fair,” Leeds said when asked why highly sexualised advertising and near-nudity face little scrutiny while a man reading from the Bible can be arrested. “Britain has definitely developed a double standard. We’re a Christian country that’s tolerant of everybody and every religion — apart from, increasingly, Christians themselves.”
Leeds does not blame immigration. He points the finger at Britain’s own institutions.
“Migration is not the problem here. If people are coming into England to work and add value, their religion or faith, quite frankly, is irrelevant. Most people do respect the culture. The pressure is coming from within our own institutions — in interactions with the police, in the constant pandering from some of our leaders, and in this apologetic mentality where we seem to be apologising for being British, apologising for flying an English flag, and apologising for being Christian.”
He is equally clear about the deeper issue: Britain’s relationship with God.
“The only hope for Great Britain now is turning back to God and repenting on its knees,” he has said repeatedly. “God blesses us when we follow His principles in the Bible. When you turn your back on God, take His name in vain and openly mock Jesus Christ, which has become so normal in Britain, you cannot then expect everything to continue prospering without consequences. The wages of sin is death. The UK is in a mess right now. No matter who you vote for, the real answer is that people need to turn back to God.”
Yet Leeds is not purely pessimistic. He sees signs of a quiet revival — rising belief in God among young people and growing church attendance — and he is putting practical action behind his words. Alongside funding legal defence, he has launched efforts to buy churches at risk of being sold off and converted into flats, determined to keep them open for worship and community use.
His message to ordinary Christians is simple and direct:
“Don’t just be angry about what’s happening. Draw closer to God. Stand up for what you believe. Support your church. And do something about it.”
Samuel Leeds is doing something about it. He is writing the cheques so that Christian street preachers are not left alone when the police arrive.
Britain was built on the Christian faith. Leeds is refusing to let that foundation be quietly dismantled without a fight.
What do you think — is this the kind of stand more people of faith should be taking?