Pastor James Coates Freed & a Message on Gospel Courage

Freed!

Pastor James Coates in Alberta, Canada has been released from jail! 

I saw a photo of him hugging his family, and I'm updating with the video!

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 I have read the $1.500 fine the judge decided to tack on (instead of the $100) was considered paid by the time James spent in jail (which seems to mean that he doesn't owe any money). 

From what I have also read, I believe there will still be a trial/court date in May on a lesser charge.

This could help put more of a challenge - questioning the science behind the public health order demands which seems to make the RCMP (or whoever is making these "health" restrictions) think they can violate the Charter freedoms there in Canada. 

I am happy that James is out, and I'm especially glad that his family will have him home again (as well as the church will have their pastor back). 

It is to the shame of the government there that they overstepped their God-given authority.

The leaders in Canada, the U.S., China, and around the world need to turn to Christ instead of trying to persecute His people.

Yes, they may use other excuses, but they are wrong when they place their will over what Scripture teaches.

To Help You Understand

Nathan Busenitz at Grace Community Church in California preached a message recently that sheds light on why James would do what he did and what the apostles in the early church did when they were told not to preach. He also addressed persecution this last Sunday night.

Here is the message Nathan Busenitz preached a week ago Sunday:

 Gospel Courage

Here is the next message:

Blessed are the Persecuted