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Alex,

The New Testament was written in Greek, so learning what the Greek translation is of a passage and gaining understanding of the Greek (that is much more exacting than English) is helpful. It is the language God used as He inspired the writers of the New Testament. We should respect that and be willing to learn from this language. Same is true of the Old Testament, written in Hebrew, which also is a language that has far more depth than English. This is the language God used to inspire the writers of the Old Testament. So few of us know these languages, so I truly appreciate it when people who do know these languages provide us with their knowledge of Greek and Hebrew. We are lucky to have Giannis and Jesse here to teach us. God uses believers to teach one another. We should be willing to make use of this way God teaches us along with what the Holy Spirit teaches us in our personal reading of the Word. It is the same Spirit that instructs in both circumstances.

I do think that most of us on this forum are here to learn from Scripture from one another, not just to post our own interpretations and not be willing to learn from others. So, we should be humble and recognize our need for one another and value how God uses each other to help us grow in faith and knowledge of Scripture and especially of Jesus Christ.

Hello Jimbob,

In the opening of this chapter Paul is warning the believers at Corinth to not let their minds be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ. (verse 3). He says he is jealous for the believers with godly jealousy (verse 2) having espoused these believers to only one husband, Christ Jesus. Then he goes on to speak about anyone who come to them preaching another Jesus (a false Jesus) or another gospel false statements about Jesus and how we are saved from our sins) or if anyone receives another spirit (a deceiving spirit rather than the Spirit of God) (verse 4)

In this chapter Paul is comparing himself to false teachers and apostles, boasting a bit in his qualifications which include his sufferings and persecutions. And then in chapter 12 he speaks of having visions and revelations from the Lord, even being caught up to the third heaven and experienced things he is not allowed to reveal.

Paul did not need to prove himself as a minister of the true Gospel because his message is truth and his lifestyle shows his conversion to be true and wrought by God on the road to Damascus. But, because of the false teachers who were comparing themselves to Paul and the other apostles, he needed to speak up about them and warn these believers in whom he labors in love.

For us, knowing the true gospel of Jesus Christ and having the Scriptures to teach us are things we treasure and are to guard against corruption from false teachers. So, having a comprehensive knowledge of Scripture should be our goal in order that we can recognize false teachings and identify those who teach and preach falsely by a different spirit that the Spirit of God.

Also, we are to take care that we ourselves are of the faith passed down from the apostles and knowledgeable of sound doctrine so that we, ourselves, do not promote false teachings. Any one of us can fall in this way, so we are to watch our closely and continue in the doctrine of the apostles as the believers did in Acts.

GiGi,

Thank you for sharing that. We are also told in Hebrews that Jesus Christ is the APAUGASMA, or outbeam of God's glory.

Pierre,

Again, no offense taken. Also, I have never once told anyone that they need to learn Greek!

Pierre,

No offense taken!

I don't expect anyone to reply to this post, I am honestly not trying to start anything just let the post speak for itself. ( 2 Cor 11:13-15) The word (false) is #5570; it means a spurious apostle, i.e. pretended preacher, false teacher, untrue, erroneous, deceitful, wicked, liar. The word (deceitful) is #1386; it means guileful, to decoy, a trick (bait) wile, craft, deceit. The work (workers) is #2040; it means a toiler, a teacher. The word (transforming, and transformed) is #3345; it means to transfigure or ((disguise)). The word (ministers) is #1249; it means a ((Christian (teacher) and pastor)). ((Note the words that have (teacher) in the true meaning in the Original language)) ( 2 Tim 4:3-4) The word (sound) is #5198; it means to be uncorrupt (true in doctrine) The word (doctrine) is #1319; it means instruction (the function or the information) learning, teaching. The word (teachers) is #1320; it means an instructor, master, teacher, teach. ( 1 Tim 4:1) The word (depart) is #868; it means to remove, to desist, desert, draw (fall) away. The word (seducing) is #4108; it means roving (as a tramp) by implying an impostor or misleader, deceiver. ( 2 Thessalonians 2:3) The words (falling away) is #646; it means defection from truth, ("apostasy") forsake, something separative, divorce, a (writing of divorcement) ( Matthew 7:15) The word (ravening) is #727; from "726" it means rapacious, extortion, "726" is (((Harpazo))) it means to seize, catch (away, up) pluck, pull, take (by force) This is truly worth doing a little more studying if you don't see it but are seeking the Truth. Read over this a few times and let the Word speak for itself, Please. Truth should be the most important thing we seek and desire today. May God be with all who seek His Truth in His Word. This post is not meant to offend, but to share Truth. Blessings.

Jesse i love ya no offence....But we cannot lift up the Greek language to teach us anything of any spiritual value....As John says in 1 John 2:27....Its the Anointing we receive of him that abides in us that will teach us all things...Which is the gift of the H.G. That Promise baptism that is gona teach us all things...Remember Jesus said its the H.G. that is the gift of God....Not any certain language....But a living being that has to be born in us which is our new innerman, That New Creature....The Child of Promise....As Isaiah says a lil Child is gona lead us....Which is that which is born in us of the spirit...That Living word a living being .Unless ya receive the Kingdom of God as a lil Child you will in no wise enter there in etc...Which is that Spirit of truth that is gona rule all nations...But we cannot tells folks they need to learn Greek thats in essence is saying the H.G. The anointing wd need to learn Greek to minister or teach us all things ....As the Anointing is God....And is the Promise Child...As the woman is Rev. 12 is giving birth to the manchild....That Child of Promise that is gonna rule all nations...The anointing that is gona teach us all things....He don't need to learn Greek....He ministers to us by his SPIRIT....By my spirit saith the Lord not by a certain language....Jesse we can hear his voice without hearing any language...Jesus told Peter Flesh and blood has not revealed it unto you but my father in heaven...Which is Spirit...O.K...... 1st John 2:27 The anointing you have received of him will teach you all things...Which is a spirit...our new hearts and new spirits the H.G....That Child of Promise....Nobody needs to learn the Greek language to understand the bible....But like I said no offence in Christ Jesus...Love ya dear Jesse....

Hey Serchet,

A tithe is 10 percent, and Abraham was the first to give 10 percent to Melchizedek in Gen. 14:20. Next in Gen 28 God appears to Jacob at Bethel when Jacob dreamed of the angels going up and down on a ladder. God promised him covenant blessings, and Jacob promised God a tenth of everything granted him Gen. 28:22.

After God brought Israel out of Egypt and divided the land the tribe of Levi did not have a portion of the land, their duty was to the LORD and a tenth/tithe from the other tribes was given to them for their portion and unto the LORD, Num. 18:21-24.

As far as a tithe given to a church, some say it is required, and for others, it is not, tithing is not taught in the New Testament. Some abuse this to make budgets that is or is not being used for the work of the Lord. Some people today struggle to even have food. We see in the New Testament where people give, there is a good example Jesus made just before the Olivet discourse with the widow Luke 21:1-4.

We see in Eph. 4:28 another reason to work that we look over, and we see the early Church selling all they had and giving it to those who had need, Acts 4:34-35 and in 1 Cor. 16:1-3 Paul ask for people to gather up what they could spare to carry to Jerusalem. We don't think about this very much, at that time there was a famine over the whole Mid-East many were starving as many countries are today.

What we give is in our heart, 2 Cor. 9:7 if you see and feel the church you attend is doing good for the congregation helping those who are in need and the neighborhood it is in, pray and let the Holy Spirit in your heart guide you.

This is my understanding may it help.

God bless,

RLW

Jesse,

The accounts of the transfiguration show us how Jesus did humble Himself to become one of us. The transfiguration revealed Jesus as He truly is, exalted, awesome, majestic, and glorious. What an amazing experience for the apostles who Jesus chose to reveal this to. This revelation stuck with these apostles the rest of their lives as being one of the most significant. Of course the resurrected Jesus was the most profound and miraculous event of all, but he appeared to the disciples as they had ordinarily had experienced Him, although He was able to appear and disappear at will.

The transfiguration did show the value of the Kingdom Jesus taught was at hand. The Kingdom is Jesus. It is not a government entity, but a relationship with the divine Son of God. John, in chapter 1, spoke of Jesus being the "light" that shines for all. So, it is interesting to note that in this Transfiguration that Jesus is the source of the light that shone out from Himself. Isaiah 9:2 says that "people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined." This is a messianic prophecy of the coming of Jesus, the Messiah, who bought in the Kingdom of the Messiah, which brings eternal life to those who believe on Him.

Tammy C.

You are welcome. I am glad that you, too, are amazed at the goodness of God. Yesterday I went to our local plant nursery and picked out a group of plants that I do not have in my garden yet. Perusing the aisles of plants was so refreshing. I marvel at the variety God has created. I look for plants that add texture and unusual features. I plant my flowers in pots now. It is easier for me to manage. So, I was glad and thankful to find some interesting plants. Today, the weather will be warm, about 60 degrees, and sunny. So, I will replant these new plants today. Such a pleasure to do so. This, too, is God's goodness on display in the variety of plant life and in bringing about spring weather following a wet winter here in the PNW. Thankful for all of God's blessings today.

Thank you Ethan!

Thank you gigi!

Jesse no offence but your take on the transfiguration is lacking....In all 3 of these transfigurations his raiment was white as snow....He was presenting to God a glorious Church without spot of wrinkle b/c of his blood....Its the Church that is that city on a hill that is the light of the world...As Matthew 5:14...He was impling that the Church is his raiment that is white as snow....i was in need of raiment and you clothe me...As Isaiah said he wd stain all of his raiment...which is the Church...There is no fuller on earth that can whiten us like his blood....Tho your sins be as scarlet ( the church) they shall be white as Snow...His Raiment was white as Snow....His face, his image was changed simply b/c he is gonna be married to the Church the bride...Thus we are gonna be made 1 with Christ the Bridegroom....We are that city set on a hill that is supposed give the world a light... Eph 5:27 That he might present to himself as Glorious Church without spot or wrinkle....His raiment was white as snow not having any kind of a spot or wrinkle....Which is us sinners that has been washed in his blood....And also Peter says he was with him on the Holy Mt when they heard this voice from heaven etc... 2 Peter 1:18....But ya gotta realize that his raiment was the Church that was made white as snow but his blood at Calvary....I was in need of raiment and your clothe me...ok lemme go

Jesse no offence but your take on the transfiguration is lacking....In all 3 of these transfigurations his raiment was white as snow....He was presenting to God a glorious Church without spot of wrinkle b/c of his blood....Its the Church that is that city on a hill that is the light of the world...As Matthew 5:14...He was impling that the Church is his raiment that is white as snow....i was in need of raiment and you clothe me...As Isaiah said he wd stain all of his raiment...which is the Church...There is no fuller on earth that can whiten us like his blood....Tho your sins be as scarlet ( the church) they shall be white as Snow...His Raiment was white as Snow....His face, his image was changed simply b/c he is gonna be married to the Church the bride...Thus we are gonna be made 1 with Christ the Bridegroom....We are that city set on a hill that is supposed give the world a light... Eph 5:27 That he might present to himself as Glorious Church without spot or wrinkle....His raiment was white as snow not having any kind of a spot or wrinkle....Which is us sinners that has been washed in his blood....And also Peter says he was with him on the Holy Mt when they heard this voice from heaven etc... 2 Peter 1:18....But ya gotta realize that his raiment was the Church that was made white as snow but his blood at Calvary....I was in need of raiment and your clothe me...ok lemme go

I pray that you will learn the Lords word and live holy, and that God helps you to become stronger. Amen

please remember me and my family in your prayers today

My Husband is mad at me, and I don't know why!

No my children throw up at every meal. Pray please

Prayer for God to deliver, save, lead, guide, heal, cover and protect me, all of my children, grandson and our home, cars, jobs, lands and anywhere we are, may go or may be, restored relationships, provision in Jesus Name. Prayer for God's presence, peace, anointing, favor, grace, mercy, power & His hedge of protection around us and for His Angelica Warrior Archangels protecting us and fighting for us and guarding our possessions in Jesus Name.

Hi

What is TITHING ? Are we suppose to tithe to a church we belong to each month ?

Hello Jesse . I read your reply to Lisalou and enjoyed it . The reason I gave the reference of Acts chapter 7 verses 55 and 56 is because I believe that Stephen did actually get a vision of Christ in his Father's Kingdom and , if we keep reading verses 57 and 58 , we see that those Jews who heard Stephen say , Behold , I see the heavens opened , and the Son of Man standing in the right hand of God , were deeply offended by this and it seems that this is what prompted them to stone him to death . In Mark chapter 14 Jesus says to the high priest , in verse 62 , ye shall see the Son of man sitting on the right hand of power , and coming in the clouds of heaven , the high priest responds , What need we any further witnesses ? In Luke chapter 16 , just before Jesus says , There be some standing here...etc , he is talking about people loosing their life for the gospels sake , verses 24 through to verse 28 . So he prefaces his statement about some standing here with people loosing their life for his sake , which of course we all know Stephen was the first Christian martyr . If you are wondering when the high priest shall receive his similar vision , I believe that will be when he is ressurected , Zechariah chapter 12 verse 10 . I'm new to this so please excuse me while I learn how to explain myself better ! I hope people will be patient with me .

Dear Vickie Rodriguez on Acts 2. When the Holy Spirit comes to you and you are to pray, praise it may come differently depending on what kind of person you are or. We rejoice with those who are happy. We weep with those who mourn. After all, we change our mood according to what is needed. After all, he does nothing that will hurt, destroy you or other people. Always proceed in that way, He comes in and with peace. A great joy can trigger the Holy Spirit. Likewise, He will always be close to you whether in sorrow or joy. You can ask Him to come to you, and He will always come and be close to you. John 16:17 He loves that we need Him. He lives in our hearts those of us who believe in Jesus Christ. For your own part, keep your heart above all. For it is there you will find the Lord in our days. Not with gaps and screams in different parish house. He comes with peace. And always be ready and go out before the Lord Jesus Christ.

The problem with that is that most people don't lack anything in the current situation.

I took the temerature on it the other day. And sat down to give a glass of water to people passing by. No one even needed water. How, then, can they lack and understand that they lack a thing SALVATION. But one thing they welcome is God's Word, the Bible. So there's a way to evangelize here for now. Hope you understand what I mean. And always be on the Lord's side He will help you in all situations if you ask Him. Much Good luck. And never give up, He does not give up us. Stay close to the Lord everyday in the Bible. Love u in Christ. Matthew 1 chapter

I'm assuming you know the answer to what happens to us in the afterlife, so I would say to be honest with your child, God's Word is for every age, old and young. There are KJV bibles for 8-12 year olds, you and your child could read together, so you can explain, if there are any questions. The best answer is to allow God's Word to speak and teach. I hope that helps. God bless.

Jesse, thanks for your response. In the text it says that the man ran to Jesus and knelt before Him. This man must have thought that Jesus was God, too, and was running to Him to obtain eternal life. We don't know if this man witnessed any of Jesus' miracles or heard Him speak before, but most likely he had.

We can count on the goodness of God. We can count on the fact that He will always work all things out according to His perfect and good will for our good, whether in this life or the life to come. ( Romans 8:28) We can count on God giving us good things when we ask in prayer ( Matt. 7:11)

I love your post GiGi. It speaks to the heart. God's goodness has followed me throughout my entire life. He's saved me from terrible situations, He never gave up on me, and He opened my ears and eyes to His truth, love, and power. God saved me from spiritual death through His only Son Jesus, and I'm beyond grateful. I see God's goodness every single day, when He gives people another day, another chance to believe in His Son, to repent, and to be saved. Thank you for your post, that was awesome. God bless.

Part 2): They shall not taste of death.

Lisalou,

Something that is unfortunate is that Orthodox rabbis use this verse to prove the Jesus Christ is not the Messiah because Jesus said there are some standing right here that will not taste of death until they see the Kingdom of God. They say that the Kingdom of God still has not been established on the earth, and the disciples are dead, so what Jesus said is not true. That is the way they see it.

But we know better. Peter, James, and John got to see the kingdom of God come before they died. They got to see Jesus completely transformed. In Luke 9:29, that word glistering, the Greek word represents emitting a light, not reflecting, but emitting. The light was actually coming out from Him, and it is the word that is used to describe lightning. So, you can imagine what the scene was like. It was not reflected light. It was not a spotlight coming out of heaven to shine on Jesus. He was literally transformed into His body of glory in front of them.

Great question, blessings to you in Christ Jesus!

Bonnieday,

We see the word epistle in 2 Corinthians Chapter 3. It comes from the Greek word EPISTOLE which translates to letter in English.

Holy FATHER in heaven, great are your mercies, for they are new everyday.

Before our sister asked FATHER you have hear, and seen her hearts desires. We give you praise and worship, grant our sister a covering with you'r strong arm. Against darts and fear, give peace, a peace that others see. For you heard her prayer and we agree together for a healed marriage. The scriptures say if 2 of you agree together it will be done of our FATHER in heaven. Thus FATHER we pray in JESUS name for our sisters desire to be granted and the thankfulness and praise is all yours FATHER in heaven.

Amen.

GiGi,

First, let me say Amen to the fact that Jesus was attesting to His deity. But there's something about Jesus' statement ""Why did you call me good?" that had me wondering for years why He would ask this question. Of course, we know Jesus is good. But for the longest time, I took His remark "Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God" as Jesus telling him do not call me good because only God the Father is good.

But here's another reason why I love the Greek text. We see the word good in our English bible, and we know what good means, right? But in the Greek, there are several different Greek words for the word good. This word that Jesus used here is the word AGATHOS. This is a word that describes the goodness of God. AGATHOS is never applied to the goodness of man. The goodness of man would be KALOS.

So now that I know that this is the word AGATHOS, what I see Jesus saying is "Why did you call me AGATHOS?" There is only one that is AGATHOS, and that is God. Do you realize what you just called me? You called me God. Why did you do that?

So, how God has bestowed His goodness on my life? I think you've already touched on it in your comments. God is good all the time. Even through my hardships and difficult circumstances, or whatever I'm going through, God has given me the ability to say "The Lord is good" even when things are not so good in my life. We have a tendency to say the Lord is good when all is well in our lives, but not so when things are going bad. But yes, He is good all the time. And it's His goodness that brings us into a closer relationship with Him.

God Bless!!!

how do you know you are truely speaking in tongues and not just jeburse?

is it becuse ,you feel that bubble up in your stomach first?