Servias Ministries Blog

The following table provides some detail:

Tribe	Num 1	Num 26	Change
Reuben	46,500	43,730	-2,770
Simeon	59,300	22,200	-37,100
Gad	45,650	40,500	-5,150
Judah	74,600	76,500	1,900
Issachar	54,400	64,300	9,900
Zebulun	57,400	60,500	3,100
Manasseh	32,200	52,700	20,500
Ephraim	40,500	32,500	-8,000
Benjamin	35,400	45,600	10,200
Dan	62,700	64,400	1,700
Asher	41,500	53,400	11,900
Naphtali	53,400	45,400	-8,000
Total	603,550	601,730	-1,820

The First Census for Warfare:

Numbers 1:1 Now the LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai, in the tabernacle of meeting, on the first day of the second month, in the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying: 2 “Take a census of all the congregation of the children of Israel, by their families, by their fathers’ houses, according to the number of names, every male individually, 3 from twenty years old and above—all who are able to go to war in Israel. You and Aaron shall number them by their armies. 4 And with you there shall be a man from every tribe, each one the head of his father’s house.

The Second Census for Warfare and Inheritance:

Numbers 26:1 And it came to pass, after the plague, that the LORD spoke to Moses and Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, saying: 2 “Take a census of all the congregation of the children of Israel from twenty years old and above, by their fathers’ houses, all who are able to go to war in Israel.”

51 These are those who were numbered of the children of Israel: six hundred and one thousand seven hundred and thirty.

52 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 53 “To these the land shall be divided as an inheritance, according to the number of names. 54 To a large tribe you shall give a larger inheritance, and to a small tribe you shall give a smaller inheritance. Each shall be given its inheritance according to those who were numbered of them.

When Our Heavenly Father provides us with specific numbers such as 1,820, we can expect a revelation of the relevance of that number.

Advice from Martin, our Postal Expert:

“In mailing the silver it should go in a small padded envelope so it will not be run through machines (The silver does not bend easily and I have found 1 oz rounds in the machines when cleaning them because they were mailed in letter envelopes that were torn open by the machines).  This will ensure proper delivery.”

For those who have already signed up on unity153.net:

Step 1: Enter your User ID and Password. Then click “Member Sign In” button.

Step 2: Click on “Enter/Update Profile” button  (You will be sent to the “Your Information” screen)

Step 3: Click “Yes” on the question “Are you registering for the Census?”

Step 4: Click “Yes” on the question “If so, have you sent your piece of silver?”  (If you have)

Step 5: Click “Continue” button to process your answers.

For those who have not signed up on unity153.net and want to register:

Step 1: Go to the website www.unity153.net

Step 2: Click on the “Register” Button

Step 3: Enter your name & email address, click on “Submit” button.

Step 4: You will be asked to enter a new password, the current password assigned is “user”, all lowercase.

Step 5: Click on “Process” Button

Step 6: Enter your personal information (name and address) and answer Census questions.

Step 7: Click “Continue” button to process your answers.

Step 8: Click “Exit”.  This completes registration.

Should each spouse sign up separately?

Yes, since each of us has our own gifts and a separate and unique calling.  Each person signing up  should send their own “ransom” money.

What is the minimum age?

Jesus established that He was about HIS FATHER’S business prior to the age of 20.  If you are about OUR HEAVENLY FATHER’S Business at the age of 13 and older and believe you are to register, I am in agreement with you.

I forgot my password on the website, what should I do?

Email us at unity153@gmail.com and we will reset your password and notify you by email.

Can we “register” now and send the silver later?

Yes.  Once you have sent the silver, go back to “Your Information” and click on the question concerning the silver.

I don’t have the money to obtain a 1 ounce silver coin, how can I participate?

The registration period last until September 14th, 2013.  If you are unable to save enough to acquire a silver coin, write us at Servias Ministries, PO Box 1471, Bethany, OK 73008 and explain your situation.  We may be able to help through other members assisting you financially.  Remember, you can register before sending the coin.

“What do you mean by sending in our silver? Do you want an actual silver coin, a donation, or what? Several of us are interested. “

Yes, the silver coin is the tangible representation of your commitment to be counted.  Yesterday, I went down to the local coin shop and purchased two 1 ounce silver coins for Pam and myself as our “ransom money” requirement.  I paid $30 for each (a nice premium).  Our Heavenly  Father requires the coin in a census. (see: http://www.gods-kingdom-ministries.net/daily-weblogs/2009/01-2009/the-law-of-the-census-and-poll-tax-part-1/)   Yes, we will classify the coin as a donation to Servias Ministries.  We are making a record of the census and are accounting for all coins given.

Is there any particular coin I must send?

No, whatever is available.  I had no problem buying US Silver Eagles yesterday.  Friends in Great Britain are sending Aussie coins.  Remember, you can register online then later send the coin if you are having problems finding one.  Some may send Silver Rounds that are hallmarked by the silver producer such as NW Territorial Mint.

Is it okay to send additional coins or funds to help others who cannot afford the coin?

Absolutely.  We will track the need where others want to register but cannot afford the ransom.  Please check the appropriate box on the “Your Information” screen.

I can’t afford to send a coin, how do I let you know if sending a request through the mail is too difficult?

When you enter your information, after signing in, there is a checkbox for you to click on that indicates you need assistance.

If I have a friend or family member who does not have access to the Internet, can they still register?

Yes, we will register them into our database upon receiving their information and coin.  Our goal is to register everyone who is called, no matter what their financial status or technology status.

Should my wife and I each register separately?

Yes, that will help us track your information.

Is my personal information kept confidential?

Yes, we take all reasonable measures to protect your information.  When you login, we use a “secure” connection as indicated by the little lock up in the address bar.

I tried to access the site and got “page unavailable”.

“Page unavailable” occurs when we take the server down for nightly maintenance and system backup.  This normally occurs between 12:15 A.M. to 4:00 A.M. (Mountain Time)

I will answer other questions as they arise.  I may also include comments at our weekly online Bible study.  To participate live or watch this Bible study as a recording afterwards, go to  http://www.ustream.tv/channel/the-baptism-of-love

The Purpose of the Bekah

In continuing my blog from yesterday, the bekah (half shekel) of silver was to be used in creating sockets for boards to be placed into.  These particular boards were to be the “pillars” of the Tabernacle.  Thus the socket was the base that touched the earth.  Silver is a natural antibiotic and would keep the boards from decaying.  The word “socket” comes from a root word meaning “strong” or “ruler”.  As I mentioned last time, silver refers to redemption in Scripture.  The bekah is given for the purpose of forming strong rulers who are placed between the Tabernacle (the dwelling place of Our Heavenly Father) and the earth.  This is a type and shadow of the “Sons of GOD”.

Our Heavenly Father authorized a census to be taken in Exodus 30:

" (12) When you take a census of the sons of Israel to number them, then each one of them shall give a ransom for himself to the Lord when you number them, that there may be no plague [negef, a trip of the foot; stumbling] among them when you number them."

The ransom was the bekah of silver.

Jesus’  Participation in 3 Censuses

First, Jesus participated in a census at birth:

Luke 2:1   And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered (and taxed).

Our Heavenly Father had the prophets prophesy about the census in that Jesus had to be born in Bethlehem where his father Joseph was required to be registered.  If the census had not been proclaimed Jesus would have been born in Nazareth.

Secondly, Jesus paid what had become a “temple tax” during His earthly ministry:

Matthew 17:27 Nevertheless, lest we offend them, go to the sea, cast in a hook, and take the fish that comes up first. And when you have opened its mouth, you will find a piece of money; take that and give it to them for Me and you.”

It is understood that the coin was a didrachma (a silver coin of ancient Greece equal to two drachmas).  So Jesus paid for both himself and Peter (representing the church).  Where did the silver coin come from?  A fish who submitted to the words of Jesus.  So now we have a fish tied to the census offering.

Thirdly, after His resurrection Jesus in effect took another census.  Once again Peter and the fish were used to express a truth:

John 21:11 Simon Peter went up and dragged the net to land, full of large fish, one hundred and fifty-three; and although there were so many, the net was not broken.12 Jesus said to them, “Come and eat breakfast.”

The fish were counted thus a census was taken.  153 is the numeric value of the term “sons of GOD”.  It is also the calculated number of gallons of water turned into wine at the Wedding at Cana.

The Timing

Last week was proclaimed as the Second Passover and a small group 16 (Love), were called to assemble on behalf of the overcomers.  They were led to make the Divine Court decree for the dedication of the stones of the temple and the temple.  Now that this has been completed, it is time to take a census.  The Second Passover has too many ramifications to be covered here.  At any rate, I was given the Word to proclaim a census in the midst of the Second Passover week.

The Proclamation

“Father, today we proclaim a census of those who are called as “Sons of GOD” to be counted and registered in YOUR Sight.  We proclaim this census to span from today until the Day of Atonement, September 14th, 2013.  Let each person bring a piece of silver to YOUR Treasury.”

The Process

If you are led to participate, you may send your “piece of silver” to

Servias Ministries, Inc.

PO Box 1471

Bethany, OK 73008

We will place the coins in the Treasury and await Our Heavenly Father’s instruction for its specific use.  We now have unity153.net ready to register you online for the census.  Go to www.unity153.net and click the button to register.  For those who have already signed up, you can update your personal information and you will see two new questions by your “Name” field concerning the Census.  I will be sharing more for the need to be counted.

Since the 1 oz silver coin is the current standard silver coin, today I will be obtain one of these coins to represent my commitment.

You may want to refer to Stephen Jones’ blog on the census in Exodus:

http://www.gods-kingdom-ministries.net/daily-weblogs/2009/01-2009/the-law-of-the-census-and-poll-tax-part-1/

http://www.gods-kingdom-ministries.net/daily-weblogs/2009/01-2009/the-law-of-the-census-and-poll-tax-part-2/

http://www.gods-kingdom-ministries.net/daily-weblogs/2009/01-2009/the-law-of-the-census-and-poll-tax-part-3/