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Dear Jim in peace I understand what you mean. And you have scriptures for what you say. It's something that's forgotten in your writing. Which is also very significant. A sleeping spirit has come over the believers in the worlds who adhere to these words you write. First of all. We are in the last hours. We can't get past that. Paul and the other apostles also understood this. They thought that they were going to be picked up at any time. Surely they were in the end when they died. The dead in Christ will first be resurrected. Thessalonians 4:16 After that, it is clear that we are to be uprooted we/thouse who live when He comes. Thessalonians 4:17 I don't understand that anyone can manage and change this into a romantic event. When He comes again, the world we know is over. The world of obstacles, the world of temptations, the world that He has destined for His time. Do we only know in terms that the world has only evil in it.

It is only when we can appear before the throne of grace with our hearts that we feel that God is near.

Then there will be a great apostasy. 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12. We must go to the Book of Revelation to move forward. But as many believers believe, nothing can be taken out of this book. I guess that's the whole Word of God. Revelation 20:1-6 or whole chapter. John he sees what is true.

Paul meant and encouraged the Thessalonians with the words he wrote to them. For when we die, all believers will go to Jesus. We are the ones who die in Christ. Revelation 19 and 20 chapters, one can get an understanding of it all. To the end, there will not be a single believer on earth. And let's hope, however, that the last man of faith has the Holy Spirit with him. We can't believe we're going to be taken away, not until the last man! There will be harder and bad times. Also in terms of richness and money. Finally, the day comes when we MUST receive a chip to go online, to pay bills, to buy food and mm.

Love you all. Stay close to the word of God

It's a gift. Empathy is the same Mercy. when Jesus cried even though he would raise up Lazarus. Discernment is a gift. it's the same as Wisdom. discerning spirits and judge between right and wrong. the ability between spirits that are divine, demonic, or human. When Solomon asks God for Wisdom when King David died and taken the throne.

some Christians with the gift of Discernment sometimes get ignored or treated badly.

both are challenging i understand what you trying to say. i won't tell anyone i was just asking i been a Christain my whole life but i'm just now discovering my gifts.

Thank You very much DDD.

Please look over my daughter in her time of birth .and please look over my son ruben may he do the right things .and as for my son Diego please bless him and his son Chase. And as for my baby boy Mikee bless him in his journey of life please lord and all my grand kids too I love you forever more I thank you in Jesus name.

Please pray for me.. my financial situation has been crazy. The woman I'm with expects so much from me emotionally and I'm unable to perform basic tasks throughout my day. Please pray for me. Thank you and God bless you.

Thank You very much GIGI.

God created the earth in 6 days and rested on the 7th and the 7th day is supose to be the sabath then where did the 8th day come in at and where is it found in the bible

Susan

Maccabees is a book that is part of the Apocrypha. You can check at the bottom of the main page and click on "Apocrypha" to find Maccabees.

So right, Steven

Jesus fulfilled the everlasting covenant the Godhead made before the creation of the world and delivered to Abraham.

How wonderful!

Hi Anita.

The shed blood of Jesus Christ is the most important factor of all 66 books of the Bible

The wages of sin is death.

Romans 6:23.

There's no remission of sins without the shedding of blood.

Hebrews 9:22.

Jesus took our sins upon himself and cleansed and sanctified us.

Hebrews 13:12.

Christ died the sacrificial death for the whole world.

John 1:29.

John 3:15-17.

That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.

Feel free to msg back if you have any more questions.

God bless.

True Believers in Jesus are not appointed to wrath! 1 Thes 1:10 And to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, even Jesus, which (delivered) us from the wrath to come. The word (delivered) is #4506; it means to rush or draw (for oneself) rescue. Believers in Jesus are rescued from the wrath to come, which means it has not happened when the church, or elect are called to meet the Lord in the clouds. Jn 3:36 tells us if we believe in the Son we will have everlasting life. But those who believeth not the Son will not see life, but have the wrath of God abideth on them. Romans 5:9 Tells us being now justified by his blood, we shall be (saved) from wrath through him. The word (saved) is #4982; it means "safe" to save, i.e. deliver or protect, preserve, be (made) whole. Remember Luke 17:34-37 where we are told one shall be taken, and the other left. And Wherefore the (body) is, thither will the eagles be gathered together. The word (body) is #4983; it means the body (as a sound whole) "safe" to save, i.e. deliver or protect. The word (body) here has pretty much the same meaning as those who are (saved) from the wrath to come. 1 Thes 5:9 For God hath not appointed us to (wrath) The word (wrath) is #3709; it means violent passion, or [justifiable] abhorrence, by implying punishment, anger, indignation, vengeance, wrath. (God pours out His wrath, His violent passion, His punishment on those non-believers in Jesus Christ spoken of in Jn 3:36 who were left on the earth). Eph 5:6 and Col 3:6 tell us He pours His wrath on the children of disobedience. The word (disobedience) is #543; it means disbelief, (obstinate and rebellious) unbelief. While this violent passion is being poured on the children of disobendence on the earth. True Believers in Jesus were caught up to meet Him in the clouds and taken to the marriage supper of the Lamb. The tribulation period has nothing to do with the wrath of God, they are two very different time periods. Blessings.

Good evening,

Do not worry! The Lord never gives us more than we can handle. You will overcome. God has chosen us before the foundation of the world. He does NOT make mistake in choosing us. He does NOT fail. Continue to pray. If possible find someone who loves you to keep you in his/her prayer. I am praying too. Courage and rely solely on HIS grace. Elijah was a man subject to like passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain: an it rained not on the earth by the space of three yeas and six months. ( James 5:17). This Gospel works and God always delivers for His children.

Please pray for me and my family to come together as one with Jesus. I need a lot of prayers to get back on my feet as a ordained minister. Thank you

Mark

Hi Phillip.

I concur with D.

To look towards Christ.

You can trust that he's merciful.

and all knowing therefore you can't catch him by surprise so you can't disappoint him.

Stay in his word for spiritual growth.

cast your burden upon him.

The moment Jesus took upon flesh he was on his way to the cross.

Look at him here after getting rejected and ever so close to the cross.

He has time to think about you and I.

Matthew 11:28-30.

Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

You can trust him.

God bless.

Where is the Maccabees in the Bible? Ive got the New King James?

Im researching Jeremiahs grotto and Jedekiahs cave. I'm very confused by it all because these verses give the impression its near Mount Sinai and yet all other sources put it in Jerusalem?????

Your cry is heard, and the next step is act upon it. Since the Father already knows what we have need of, praise him. Most know if it hurts get away, from what is causing pain. The same with sin, get away from it. Stop the pain.

If it's too hard, find a church that works ( something that should already have been). Keep in mind "faith without works is dead". Surround yourself with those who been there done that and are set free. A church of real believers is so vital in Christian growth.

Where is paradise? From Luke 23:39-43

(Part 2):

Verse 43: "And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today shalt thou be with me in paradise." There have been many discussions over the years as to where paradise is. First of all, it is a Persian word. That is where the word paradise came from. In the New Testament, not only is it here, but it's also found in 2 Corinthians 12:3 where Paul says that he was caught up in the third heaven into paradise.

And again, in Revelation 2:7, where it is the reward for those overcomers, those that overcome the evil. It is also used in the Greek translation of the Old Testament for the Garden of Eden. It is called PARADISO, paradise, same word! But that doesn't answer the question where is it? Well, right before the term "in paradise" we have the answer. Jesus says you will be with "me" in paradise.

Wherever Jesus is, it is paradise. Where was Jesus that day or that night or the next day? Wherever Jesus was, the thief on the cross was with Him, and that's paradise.

Where is paradise?

In Luke 23:39-43, we see the promise to the thief on the cross.

(Part 1 of 2):

Verse 39: "And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us." So, one of the malefactors which were hanged, (remember there is one on each side of Jesus), railed on him, blasphemed Him, saying, If you be Christ, save yourself and us.

Now look at the different approaches to Jesus:

If it's true who you say you are, and who some people think you are, then use your authority and power. Not only get yourself down off the cross, but get us down off the cross too. They wanted to save their own skin. We don't want to die for our crimes. Get us down. That's one approach to Jesus.

Verse 40: But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation?

Verse 41: "And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss."

The Greek word for "nothing amiss" means He's done nothing out of place. He has done everything perfectly! So, one thief says get us down, we want our freedom back, so we can go back and commit more crimes. The other thief says we are getting what we deserve. So why are you speaking that way against Him? Don't you fear God? You can see the difference between the two.

Verse 42: "And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom." Now that is all he said. There is no sinner's prayer. But what he is doing, he's doing just based on the Lord's mercy. You know, Lord, remember me, that is all I ask when you come into your Kingdom!

Don't wait any longer, go and pray. Leave the results to the Holy Spirit, we plant and water, the Holy Spirit does the harvesting.

The scripture is clear, the Father draws us to Christ, Jesus said "it is the will of the Father " that I (Jesus) Don't lose anyone the Father draws to me (Jesus).

Sir,

We all have barren times, Paul is an example of that. Look at the scriptures Paul wrote, there are your answers. Leave the past where it is, look to Jesus as you do. There's a price we all pay for being faithful, "when you have done all, stand".

That might be interesting to know, but u know something.

I Do Not Want to be around to find out.

If a person did not make it at the 1st call with the Holy Spirit here, when things are worse after that what makes someone think "that" person will make it then?

Remember the part that says, no buying or selling without the mark?

Stick with the now and how the fields can be reaped now.

In the books of the New Testament is there any passages by Jesus that negates the Old Testament laws about what foods are clean or unclean that we can or can't eat???

Richard, hello again 1 John 2:18 speaks that the antichrist shall come and that many antichrists have come in his day. So, here is the only place in Scripture that uses the term, whether it means one person in particular, the son of perdition, man of sin, or if it is refers to one who has the antichrist spirit of denying Jesus came in the flesh, as John speaks of in his letters.

So, I stand corrected.

Hello Richard, I agree with you here.

Leaders are to have good judgment, kind hearts, looking after the good of those they oversee, not harsh, not selfish or self serving. This is true in any time of history in any group of people, for it is God's perfect will and applicable to all.

When referring to the "man of sin" spoken of in 2 Thessalonians 2, he is also called the son of perdition, the Wicked. So for me, I have a check in my spirit about calling him the Antichrist, since this name is not given to him specifically in Scripture. We can attach the name Antichrist to him, if we wish, but we should recognize that this is a name superimposed on Scripture, unless you or someone else can give me a Scripture that calls him Antichrist specifically.

This is a small matter, but for me, I wish to keep myself true to the words of Scripture. I may not have always done this, but at this time, this check in my spirit is something I should follow.

As always, I appreciate your commentary greatly. It makes me think seriously about the portion of Scripture you highlight. I may not concur with all you say, but I respect what you have to say and check it out Scripturally as much as I am able.

Blessings, I am off to make soup today. It is kind of that sort of weather here, rainy and cloudy. We had our first wild bunny of the season sitting in our back yard yesterday. Pretty plump, so probably pregnant. This is a sign from nature that Spring is almost here, along with the return of the robins and geese. I am looking forward to spring and summer. My hand has healed so well from surgery and is ready for some good work that strengthens my grasp and grip. Gardening does that. So, WooHoo! Eagar to get in the dirt soon.

Hi Michael.

OOPS I sent that off by mistake.

I wasn't done.

Jeremiah 22 is dealing these Kings and rulers. He warned them about the way they were getting rich and not feeding the flock.

Verses 13-17 we have a Warning about Jehoiakim

"Woe unto him that buildeth his house by unrighteousness, and his chambers by wrong; that useth his neighbour's service without wages, and giveth him not for his work;

That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.

Shalt thou reign, because thou closest thyself in cedar? did not thy father eat and drink, and do judgment and justice, and then it was well with him?"

He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well with him: was not this to know me? saith the LORD.

But thine eyes and thine heart are not but for thy covetousness, and for to shed innocent blood, and for oppression, and for violence, to do it.

Jeremiah 23:1-2 Picks back up on that criticism.

Jeremiah 23:3-7 tells that there is better days ahead.

In the Millennium kingdom the Lord "The Chief Shepherd" and "king of kings" will set on the throne and rule his kingdom.

I concur with Gigi you see Christ rebuttal of the rulers this in Matthew 23 and Luke 11:37-54. and you'll find more of what Christ has to say about the Kingdom in Matthew 13.

God bless

If we look at condemnation such as Zechariah 11:17 we see how the "worthless shepherd" or the Antichrist will be allowed to have authority in the future end times. This is equivalent to the "son of perdition" which stood for both Judas Iscariot and the coming Antichrist. Thus; those who would be part of the establishment and hierarchy of false religion at some point will be found to be reprobate ( Matt. 7:16). Fruits; therefore are the result of either a bad seed or heart condition or that of good seed producing good fruit.

When we look at passages such as Luke 19:8 with Zaccheus; certainly someone who was a corrupt tax collector or just happened to have a job that was despised could reform their ways; such as a teacher who is caught up in error and corrected by His brother ( James 5:19). This speaks of individuals who are granted repentance and come to realize Christ as Lord and Savior. This differentiates Christ's preaching of a general call nature and the parables hiding truth from the "wise" and revealing it to "babes" (see Matt. 11:25 as an example). In the general call we see a railing accusation against Pharisees and the lawyers of the time as we see in Matthew 23. We must remember that God can "choose their delusions" ( Isaiah 66:4) so that at some point men's hearts can be hardened beyond hope. Only the Lord knows what point that is; as well as those who are His children.

As to "shepherds" or leaders of any sort; of course there is harsher judgment for them than others. We see this with the denouncement of those who are "sons of hell" themselves and the resulting disciples who are twice as bad ( Matthew 23:15).

Teachers of Gospel truth also have this principle ( James 3:1). The case of a believer vs a non believer separates the results; of course from that of hellfire and suffering loss of reward. Nonetheless; the principle stands.

Michael Jer 23 is a prophecy written for the times we live in today, in many verses in that chapter the Lord speaks of people not keeping, not teaching, and even stealing and changing His Words. And the LORD is against these prophets in whom He says prophesy lies, and they are prophets of the deceit of their own heart. Jer 23:16 says they speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the LORD. Jer 23:36 Tells us they (perverted) the words of the living God. The word (perverted) is #2015; it means to change. ALL modern version Bibles have (changed) the Words of the living God!

Hi Michael.

Jeremiah 22 is dealing these Kings and rulers. He warned them about the way they were getting rich and not feeding the flock.

"Woe unto him that buildeth his house by unrighteousness, and his chambers by wrong; that useth his neighbour's service without wages, and giveth him not for his work;

That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.

Shalt thou reign, because thou closest thyself in cedar? did not thy father eat and drink, and do judgment and justice, and then it was well with him?

Spiritual Truth - Part 1

The Word of God teaches us in 1 Cor. 2:14 that the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them because they are spiritually discerned.

This is why those communicating their messages in this 'forum' so often use the word 'discerning' while the 'Word of God' is not of any private interpretation ( 2 Peter 1:20). This is why it also teaches; that anyone that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man ( 1 Cor. 2:15).

Please remember, the words from the 'Word of God' are according to the 'Spirit of Truth' ( John 14:17). Furthermore, the Spirit of truth cannot be received by this world ( John 14:17) as this whole world has been deceived ( Rev. 12:9).

May we suggest you search the words 'a world deceived' an learn how you may know the difference between the 'natural' and the 'spiritual' body ( 1 Cor. 15:44) and how and by whom this whole world has been deceived ( Rev. 12:9).

Seek, and ye shall find ( Matthew 7:7).

It is God's will for all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth ( 1 Timothy 2:4), but not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven ( Matthew 7:21).

Many will say unto me that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? And in thy name have cast out devils? And in thy name done many wonderful works? ( Matthew 7:22).

And then will I profess unto them I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity ( Matthew 7:23). If you would like to know who by nature your Father is, may we suggest you read John 8::43-45.

Page 2. The word (intimate) means a familiar friend, companion, or guest, one who has close social relations with another or others. (So as we can see there is nothing negative about those who are (taken) but it is very positive! Col 3:4 Tells us "When Christ who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye appear with him in glory. (Those who are (taken) will appear with Him in glory. Now a look at the same event told in the book of Luke. Lu 17:34-37 v.36 Tells us "Two men shall be in the field; the one shall be (taken), and the other left. The word (taken) here has the same meaning, remember a familiar friend, it even tells us in the meaning "to assume an office" If those taken were taken for judgment would they be considered a familiar friend? NO they would not! Would they be assuming an office? NO they would not. Now in Lu 17:37 And they answered and said unto him, Where, Lord? And he said unto them, Wheresoever the (body) is, thither will the eagles be gathered together. The word (body) is #4983; it means the body, (as a sound whole) "safe", to save, i.e. deliver or protect, heal, preserve. Does the meaning of the word (body) sound like its going to judgment? Or does it sound more like a familiar friend who is going to assume an office, maybe like the (body of Christ)? Now where will the church be (taken)? Rev 19:7-9 Tell us the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready. v.9 Tells us Blessed are they which are (called) unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. Remember the church, the elect are called out, called (forth) to call aloud. That does not sound like a secret rapture! When Jesus returns riding a white horse in Rev 19:11-16 the armies which were in heaven followed him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean (see Rev 19:14) The wife, the bride of Christ, the church, the elect who were (called) who were at the marriage supper of the Lamb was also clothed in fine linen, clean and white, (see Rev 19:8) and return with Him

Michael Warner:

God's Word is full if warnings about the teachings and work's of man.

The only TRUE pastor of the sheep is Christ.

THE WAY is Christ.

We have to UNDERSTAND and BELIEVE what Christ's resurrection ACCOMPLISHED.

YOU DIED on the cross with Christ.

YOU were resurrected with Christ; A NEW CREATION, there was ONLY ONE BODY that was resurrected 2000 years AGO, that BODY was Christ, you SHARED that resurrection with Christ, YOU ALSO became the BODY of Christ.

1 Corinthians 12:27 .... You are the body of Christ .....

Colossians 1:27 ..... this MYSTERY (of the resurrection) .....Christ IN YOU ......

You and Christ became ONE at that resurrection, Christ is now the LIFE in YOU: your HIS BODY.

He is the SHEPHERD of YOUR BODY your body does what the shepherd wants it to do, because Christ is the LIFE in YOU.

Philippians 2:13 For it is GOD that worketh in you (the new creation) both TO WILL and TO DO his good pleasure.

This truth has to become REAL in YOU; as this TRUTH becomes REAL TO YOU, you WILL SEE with different eyes.

Psalms 116:15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the DEATH of his saints.

You have to BELIEVE God' s word: you DIED: only CHRIST exist, you share that by BEING HIS BODY.

Until then, you body is being lead by by whats described in Jeremiah 23:1-4

1 Timothy 6:16 Christ ONLY hath IMMORTALIY, dwelling in the light ....

1 Corinthians 15 ... this mortal (YOU) shall PUT ON IMMORALITY ..... death is swallowed up in VICTORY .....

You caught up, raptured, translated, into THE PRESENCE of GOD, to forever be the IMAGE of CHRIST, a SON OF GOD.

God Bless YOU!