Prophet Ernie Garza Jr

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Prophet Ernie Garza Jr I am a third generation pastor, now retired but still active in the ministry in some form or another.

I am a certified instructor on four prophetic modules, two prophetic deliverance modules and interpretations of dreams and visions.

08/13/2026

In my moments of quiet meditation resting peacefully in the presence of God without saying any words aloud, I had a thought fly through my mind. For some reason this thought went through my mind – “Lord it has been a while since you gave any ‘word’ for the people”. Immediately, without any spoken words, I heard, “Tell them to lift up their heads”.

Without anything else, I knew what He was saying. We find those words in Luke 21:28. Good hermeneutics teaches us before drawing a conclusion to read the verse before and the verse after, to read the paragraph that the verse is in, to read the chapter that the verse is in and to study the intent of the book where the verse in question is in relation to it all.

Jesus was speaking on the catastrophes of the times of trouble coming after He would depart this world. With bad news like those, His followers might get sad or depressed. Jesus tells them (and us) to stop looking down, stop being sad, depressed or in despair. Jesus gave them (and gives us) hope for the rescue coming.

Today in our world condition, we may be going through difficult times of hopelessness, disillusion, despair, fatigue, worry, anxiety and so on. We look at the world events like wars, earthquakes, fires, floods, murders, evil around us, drug addicts, homelessness, sicknesses, plagues, viruses, hate, sexual deviants, warped psychosis, an unrestrained hatred of God and His Word and we wonder, what is happening?

We read Matthew 24 & 25 or Luke 21 and we start to see the signs of the end times. No wonder that God wants us to stop looking down and start looking up! While the world seems to be going to hell, we are looking up to going up to be with Jesus The Christ! Let hope arise in our hearts! And let incense arise – Praise God, Jesus Christ is coming to sn**ch The Church (His Bride) to meet Him in the Clouds of Glory to be with Him soon and forever more!
Here is the Word of the Lord for you (and me) – “Lift up your head” !!!

Redemption is coming.

In Jesus Christ’s Service,
Dr. E. Garza, Jr.

06/30/2026

Why the Angels Cry ‘Holy, Holy, Holy’ - Not ‘Love, Love, Love’ (And Why Modern Christianity Chokes on This)

(Repost from December 24, 2025)

Let’s get something straight at the outset…

If you walked into Heaven expecting to hear a soft, sentimental lullaby about God’s unconditional affection for all people regardless of their rebellion, you’re going to be very confused.

The angels around the throne - the ones who see God as He truly is, the ones who have never sinned, never rebelled, never been discipled by TikTok theology - do not sing:
• “Love, love, love!”
• “Affirmation, affirmation, affirmation!”
• “Follow your heart, follow your heart, follow your heart!”

Nope.

They cry out day and night, without ceasing:

“HOLY, HOLY, HOLY is Yahweh Elohim Tz’vaot - the whole earth is full of His glory!” (Isaiah 6:3; Revelation 4:8)

Holiness is Heaven’s headline.
Holiness is Heaven’s anthem.
Holiness is Heaven’s obsession.

Why?

Because love, while central to God’s character, is not the foundation of His throne.

Holiness is.

Psalm 89:14 lays it out: “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne.”

Love flows from His nature, but holiness defines His nature.
Love describes what God does.

Holiness describes what God is.

And this is exactly where modern Christianity faceplants - God’s love has boundaries, but his holiness doesn’t.

If I had a shekel for every time someone said “God loves everybody,” I’d have enough to rebuild the Temple!

But Scripture says something very different. God does not love the proud (Proverbs. 16:5), the violent (Psalm 11:5), the wicked (Psalm 5:5), those who hate Him (Exodus. 20:5), those who practice lawlessness (Matthew 7:23)

“God loves everyone” is the hallmark card theology of a culture that cannot imagine God having standards. But holiness says otherwise.

Holiness refuses to wink at rebellion.
Holiness refuses to blur lines.
Holiness refuses to pretend sin is cute.
Holiness requires God to oppose what is unclean, unjust, idolatrous, rebellious, or evil.

That’s why the angels sing “Holy, holy, holy.”

They’re not singing what makes us comfortable, they’re singing what makes God, God. Love without holiness is a golden calf. If angels sang “Love, love, love,” we would create a god in our image by noon.

Actually, we already did… …his name is “Culturally Approved Jesus”.

He’s the one who hugs you but never rebukes you, saves you but never sanctifies you, affirms you but never transforms you, loves you but doesn’t demand obedience, and died for sin but somehow doesn’t care if you keep sinning.

That’s not the Lamb of God.
That’s the calf of self-worship.

The angels refuse to sing “love” without “holy” because love without holiness becomes idolatry.

Real love is defined by holiness. Real holiness expresses itself in love. You can’t separate what God joined.

Holiness is the Attribute that terrifies hell. Let’s be honest - Satan isn’t scared of love. He can twist love. Redefine love. Weaponize love. Use it as a sedative to keep the church asleep.

But holiness?
Holiness is the atmosphere that incinerates him.
Holiness is the fire that expelled him from Heaven.
Holiness is the sword that will judge him.
Holiness is the character he cannot counterfeit.

That’s why the angels declare it nonstop - because holiness is the attribute that secures the universe.

Holiness is what makes Heaven, Heaven.
Holiness is what makes judgment just.
Holiness is what makes the Lamb worthy.

If angels announced “God is love,” demons would nod politely. But when they announce “God is holy,” every unclean thing trembles.
Holiness demands obedience - love alone does not.

People love the idea that “God is love.” They weaponize it to defend lawlessness, lifestyles Scripture condemns, cheap grace, refusal to repent, refusal to obey and the soft, squishy attitude of the church toward righteousness.

But holiness? Holiness calls for repentance, obedience, covenant faithfulness, fear of the Lord, consecration, humility, separation from Babylon.

Holiness draws a line in the sand.
Love invites you to cross it.
Holiness requires you to change as you cross.

The modern church preaches love because love doesn’t demand anything of you. But Heaven sings holiness because holiness demands obedience – it demands everything.

Only holiness makes you fit for the King.

Hebrews 12:14 says: “Without holiness no one will see the Lord.”

Not “without love.”
Not “without good vibes.”
Not “without sincerity.”
Without holiness.

Why?

Because love is God’s gift to us, but holiness is our response to Him.

Love redeems us. Holiness transforms us. Love draws us near. Holiness prepares us for His presence.

The angels aren’t shouting what flatters us - they’re shouting what purifies us.

And, holiness is the fire that consumes Babylon.

Revelation doesn’t end with a giant group hug. It ends with Babylon judged, the Beast destroyed, the nations crushed, the false prophet thrown into fire, Messiah ruling with a rod of iron, the saints reigning, the lawless banished, the Bride purified.

And through it all, Heaven sings: “Holy, holy, holy.”

Because holiness is the attribute that demands Babylon fall.

Holiness is the attribute that vindicates the righteous.
Holiness is the attribute that ensures evil does not continue forever.
Holiness is not optional.
Holiness is not decorative.
Holiness is not a personality trait.
Holiness is the eternal government of God.

Love describes God’s posture toward His people.
But holiness describes God’s identity.

Love can be rejected.
Holiness cannot.

Love can be misunderstood.
Holiness cannot.

Love invites you.
Holiness consumes you - unless you are aligned with Him.

Holiness is the heartbeat of the throne room.
Love is the overflow.

Holiness is the fire.
Love is the warmth.

Holiness is the structure.
Love is the expression.

Holiness is who He is.
Love is what He does.

If God were only love, the angels wouldn’t tremble. But because He is HOLY - all creation bows.

This is the God of Scripture:
the consuming fire (Hebrews 12:29),
the dread sovereign (Jeremiah 10:7),
the One whose eyes burn like flame,
whose voice shakes the earth,
whose presence eradicates wickedness,
whose holiness defines reality.

Nothing can stand in His presence unless it too, is HOLY.

Love saves you.
Holiness changes you.
Both matter, but only one fills Heaven’s worship.

And maybe, just maybe, it's time the church started singing what Heaven sings.

Holy.
Holy.
Holy.

03/05/2026

Thank You Everyone

Blessings Facebook Family,

I am very grateful to each one of you for your Birthday wishes and kind words. I am humbled to read your comments. God has granted me a long life and my desire is that in some small way, I encouraged you to follow the Lord’s ways and to live a life that will honor our Heavenly Father, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and His Holy Spirit.

Thank you to those who blessed me with a special gift. You know who you are. Even Google acknowledges – “Based on Matthew 10:41 "shall receive a prophet's reward" means that anyone who welcomes, supports, or honors a messenger of God (a prophet) because of their role will share in the same spiritual blessing, honor, or heavenly reward as that prophet.” I would add to this the Priestly blessing for you - “The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.” (Numbers 6:24-26).

In Jesus Christ’s Service,
Dr. E. Garza, Jr.

03/04/2026

Facebook Post – 03-04-2026
Which Do You Prefer – Ignorance or Truth?

Blessings Facebook Family,

I was inspired to write this treatise by a meme I got from a brother in Christ. It shows two people on a roller coaster speeding down the rail. One of them is relaxed drinking from a fountain cup and other holding for dear life to the bar of the car. The meme is titled “When the Prophecy in Revelation Starts Coming True”. The relaxed guy drinking from his cup is labeled “Christian” and the other one panicking and scared is labeled “Everyone Else”. I responded, “Amen, if Christians know the Scriptures. Otherwise, they would act like the rest. You would be surprised how many Christians have told me – “I don’t want to know!”

This gave me fodder for this post. It pains my heart to see so many Christians so ignorant of the signs of the times. So many of my brothers and sisters in Christ that are unaware of prophetic markers around the world. The Bible mentions a group of people in Israel who were known for their discernment and awareness of the times. A quick check on Google on the sons of Issachar states, “The sons of Issachar are described in 1 Chronicles 12:32 (NKJV/NASB) as men who "had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do". They were 200 leaders among King David's army, recognized for their wisdom, discernment, and strategic understanding of God's will and timing.” If this insight was available in the Old Testament, how much more in the New Testament? God’s Holy Spirit dwells in us!

So, I titled this post, “Which Do You Prefer – Ignorance or Truth”? We all have heard that “ignorance is bliss”. Again, I did a quick check on this point. Here’s the quote Google returned:

AI Overview
"Ignorance is bliss" suggests that not knowing unpleasant truths or worrying details can lead to greater happiness and peace of mind. Coined by Thomas Gray in 1742, this idiom implies that awareness often brings stress or suffering. While it offers short-term comfort, this state can lead to poor decision-making.

Key Aspects of "Ignorance is Bliss":
• Definition: The idea that, in certain situations, not knowing something is better than knowing it, because the truth might cause pain or anxiety.
• Origin: The phrase was coined by English poet Thomas Gray in his 1742 poem "Ode on a Distant Prospect of Eton College," where he wrote, "...and where ignorance is bliss, / 'Tis folly to be wise".
• Examples:
o Childhood: Children are often happy because they are unaware of complex, stressful issues.
o Health: Waiting for medical test results allows a person to live without fear or emotional burden temporarily.
• Critique: While comfortable, this mindset is often seen as a form of "delusion". It can lead to harmful consequences and hinder personal growth. The alternative is that knowledge brings power, but with it comes responsibility and stress.
Essentially, this phrase argues that avoiding unpleasant facts can protect emotional well-being, though it is often a temporary state that can be dangerous long-term.

Some Christians get offended when confronted with the truth. “"And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free" (John 8:32, KJV). It was Jesus Christ who said those words. Think about it. I read somewhere that the words “fear not” (don’t be afraid) is found 365 times in the Bible. Once for every day of the year?

There are many man-made doctrines around, that people can get confused. So how do you get it right? Read the Bible for yourself! Pray and ask Holy Spirit to guide you as you study the Word of God. I remind you not to get offended if you are ignorant on some Biblical topics. Paul mentioned to the churches to whom he wrote, that he (Paul) did not want those Christians to be ignorant concerning certain aspects of Christianity.

Ignorance is not a bad word. It simply means that we do not know. I, personally, am ignorant of Quantum Physics, Quantum Computing, Quantum Mechanics, Interstellar Dimensions, Particle Entanglement, Sub-atomic Particles and so on.

The Bible says that we have the mind of Christ. There is no excuse. Surround yourself with Bible scholars and ask the tough questions so you can learn the Word of God!

In Jesus Christ’s Service,
Dr. E. Garza, Jr.

PS – I am working on a couple of new articles that I want to share with you in a few days.

03/02/2026

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03-01-2026

Blessings Facebook Family,

Blessings and protection to you and your loved ones, in the name of our Lord Jesus the Christ.

Toward the end of the last year, 2025, I began feeling an unusually heavy burden. I did not know or understand the details, but I felt an urgency. I am not an alarmist as those who know me can attest. I questioned why and what is it, but did not receive more understanding. Those of you who are prophets or flow strongly in the prophetic, may have also sense this weight.

Prophets, look around to see if anyone around us are aware of the spiritual heaviness and the heavy burden that is wearing prophets down. It seems others are too busy with more parties, dinners, the next concert, festivities or events. Distraction is the enemy’s subtle weapon.

Daniel 7:25 speaks of the enemy wearing down the saints. I know that this verse is still in the future, but could it be that this spirit of heaviness is beginning to make an entrance before its full manifestation? Why do we feel this spiritual heaviness? Are you, too, feeling this heavy burden?

So, here we are just beginning the new year and already we are seeing hate, violence, riots, active shooters, kidnappings and now the war against Iran. I have news for you. It’s not going to get better. We certainly are in the “end times”. You don’t believe me? Look how the Earth is shaking and showing its pains. Scientists are saying that the Earth’s tilt is more than it should be. That could cause more natural disasters. The Church, you and I, must be aware of the signs happening around us. From my point of view, it seems most Christians are more concerned about the next fun event then preparing for what is coming. Ask your spiritual leaders to update you on the eschatological events and timetable for your own good.

Look at the warning in your Bible - Luke 12:40 (NLT): "You also must be ready all the time, for the Son of Man will come when least expected"

Many nations of the world are conspiring against the USA and our people have not even noticed. BRICS is working to undermine and defunct the American dollar. Many world nations hate the USA and more interestingly, many in our nation ‘hate’ our ideals. We Christians are fighting an enemy from without and from within.

Have I mentioned the battle in your life, in your mind, in your home, in your marriage, in your finances, in your health, etc., etc.
You may understand your identity in Christ, but if you’re distracted with this world’s attractions, you are going to get blindsided! You don’t have to go through pain, suffering and loss. Defeat was not planned for you. James 4:4 – “Adulterers and adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Whoever therefore wants to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God.”

Church, listen to what God is saying to the Church! God speaks through the written Word – your Bible. God still speaks through His servants – the preachers AND God still speaks through His Prophets.

Prophets, let’s not make ridicule of the office of the prophet. Seek God and speak to our brothers and sisters in Christ. Speak what God is saying – no more, no less. Don’t try to show-off your “spirituality” trying to impress anyone. Give what you get. Don’t embellish or over dramatize your delivery. Prophets if need be, get some training on how to minister correctly. If I bring a message to you from someone, I don’t need to start shaking or crying to tell you the message. Let’s be instruments in God’s hands. The body of Christ will be edified.

The Church needs prophets. The five-fold ministry should be represented in every Church – the apostle, the prophet, the evangelist, the pastor and the teacher. Otherwise, why would Paul’s letter to the Ephesians record this – “And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers” (Ephesians 4:11).

I mentioned several points on this post because it is necessary to wake up from the lethargic state we are in. Let’s get back to basics – prayer, fasting, reading the Word of God (the Bible) and sharing the Gospel every chance we get. This year, 2026, is a pivotal year. Lift up your head and listen to what the Holy Spirit is saying to the Church. Listen!

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