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Luke 12: 14 "Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you?" (1 of 2)

Here we have question and it is asked by Jesus who is the fulfillment of the Law. The quarrel over inheritance on the basis of the Law of Moses did not interest him. Moses himself could have supplied his bitter experience. He had tried to intervene in the quarrel of his fellowmen and what was the result? "And he said, Who made thee a prince and a judge over us? intendest thou to kill me, as thou killedst the Egyptian? And Moses feared, and said, Surely this thing is known."(Ex.2:14). His own hands were not clean, enough. Jesus knew no sin and did no sin so he could have cast the first stone on man who transgressed according to the law. " He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her."( John 8:7)

Jesus was among as the Word made flesh to prove that the Law was doable and not dabble in the justice system that only dealt with one world. As the Law that he represented covered both worlds, the present and the worlds to come. So he stood outside their petty squabbles over wealth which was 'other man's riches' meaning it was devil's business.

One may ask Does God condone capital punishment?

All Authority come from God. "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God./ Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation." Those who are in power are themselves subject to God.

Law of sin is not from God. Man chose knowledge of good and evil over the commandment of God so he is servant to sin from the greatest to the lowest. So whatever name one calls, President or Caesar are servants to sin and their laws are accordingly sinful. Rather than ask if capital punishment is good or bad, ask yourself under what law you come: under the Law of the Spirit or under law of sin? (Ro.8:1)"

Further insight on idol worship and witnessing.

In my last post; I discussed the concern over graven images in Catholicism; but in reality this is evident in Greek and Russian Orthodox and many other denominations as well. A key factor here is to consider that all which is worthy in regard to any true saint of God is Christ Himself who has taken up residence. This does tie into an individual soul and spirit submissive to that authority and rewarded for faithfulness accordingly; but we cannot adequately represent that either. Going beyond saints who are in scripture or designated by man we have those who keep images; whether pictoral or sculptural of deceased loved ones; whether professing believers in life or not. Those who are not have no chance whatsoever of bringing the true God into the equation when we focus on remembering their lives or "sensing their presence." That at best is our imagination; and oftentimes are demons who trigger these memories and try to control us. I have not found it beneficial or edifying to always bombard people who have such keepsakes but don't think much about it but nonetheless the danger is very real. And objects that are directly correlating to demon gods or goddesses of course are going to invite evil to fill a household with all the curses inherent with such things. Getting into an exhaustive list of all these items is beyond the scope of this post; but this would include anything with "supernatural powers" such as scapulars; holy water; images; etc.

In witnessing; therefore we must be attentive in particular to cultures from Eastern religions that have these sorts of things tied in with family possessions. This of course involves those who practice polytheism in this countryu and ranges from seemingly innocuous items with New Age mystics to overtly Satanic items actually used in rituals.

In the next post I will discuss the idols of this culture as to media magnates; rock stars and entertainers.

Idolatry: Exodus 20:4-5 state:

4 Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.

5 Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me;

Recently; there was an issue in regard to an artist that I have befriended in my local church. It seems another brother agrees with me; that images representing Christ or anything in the Godhead are included with any created item when it comes to worship. We cannot adequately represent a depiction of an omnipotent; omnipresent and omniscient God. Even if it doesn't cause us to worship it; we shouldn't tempt others who may be from backgrounds or denominations where such imagery is worshipped.

Much of this type of logic is attempted to be justified in Catholicism; where we see images of Mary who according to their own theologians is supposed to be honored rather than worshipped. "How We Honor Jesus Through Mary" by Dave Armstrong written July 1 2015 states: " St. Louis Marie de Montfort, one of the giants in the history of Marian devotion, wrote: "We never give more honor to Jesus than when we honor his Mother, and we honor her simply and solely to honor him all the more perfectly. We go to her only as a way leading to the goal we seek-Jesus, her Son."" Such is the logic of the author Carl Keating a leading Catholic apologist. In practice though we see people worshipping the images of the Virgin Mary and those indoctrinated in that believe in her perpetual virginity and that she was sinless; which is not recorded in scripture. In fact we see scriptures of Christ's brothers and sisters mentioned (see Mtthew 13:56; and John 7). Perhaps a depiction of a saint isn't an issue for us but we also shouldn't cause another to sin because of it

please pray for my daughter Jessica and her family please remember me in your prayers

Hi Jagggard 912,

All Authority come from God. "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God./ Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation." Those who are in power are themselves subject to God.

Law of sin is not from God. Man chose knowledge of good and evil over the commandment of God so he is servant to sin from the greatest to the lowest. So whatever name one calls, President or Caesar are servants to sin and their laws are accordingly sinful. Rather than ask if capital punishment is good or bad, ask yourself under what law you come: under the Law of the Spirit or under law of sin? (Ro.8:1)

Pr.29:18 "Vision"

"Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he."

Vision is precisely what St Paul says, "We walk by faith and not by sight."(2 Co.5:7) It is borne out of knowledge,-St Paul calls it the glory of the same quality as of the spiritual body because it is from God,- who gives it a glory as with the see. So the seed ('whose sed is in itself-Ge.1:11) is part of the Abstract that shall never change. This glory is Person specific. "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. In short the vision that we speak here is to hold on to both worlds of the Spirit and of the body as one. St Paul gives us the context in v.1. "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens."

Israel took pride in the Law of Moses but they perished just the same, save Joshua and Caleb because they had no vision. It began much earlier when the turned to the golden calf soon after Moses went up the mount. Their lack of vision would trouble them when during the time of the kings there were two places for golden calf worship one at Dan and at Bethel. "An eye for an eye" as set in the law characterize them now so the nation stands guilty of genocide. So as fulfillment of the Law that Jesus taught us 'to turn the other cheek also. He also showed with his life. God gave as a commandment: "Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it:"(Ge.1:28) His vision was clear and knew the reason God blessed 'then' on the sixth day from this prayer, "While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled." ( John 17:11)

Yes, that is the best way to go about contacting someone here to check in with them. I hope you are enjoying your new home.

When our inside is done, then we will look again to the outside with paint, new fencing, and perhaps a deck, deck cover and new driveway pavement. But it all depends on how much the inside costs us. We can put in the new lawn ourselves and do some of the fencing if we hire someone to set the new posts.

It is very interesting how some topics pop up here. It is enlightening to me and I seek to gain more understanding in order to either accept what one is saying, refute the doctrine, or just leave it.

Sometimes, it may be best to simply present the gospel in its pure form as a contrast to some of the convoluted teachings some add to it. Much prayer is needed to combat the enemy that wants to promote serious error and even heresy here. We can pray for wisdom, discernment, boldness, and true concern for others as we seek to present what is truly correct teaching from the Scriptures. But everyone has their "own" idea of what the truth is. This is where we need to know what to say in a conversation to bring about a redemptive end in a discussion.

Hi Jagggard912. This is not an easy question to answer, only because how our minds & hearts have been affected by current govt laws, often apalling court judgements, & the sentiments of society in general. However, since your question relates only to God's view of capital punishment (both by God's Command to His people Israel & His expectancy for the present day we're in), my short answer is, Yes, I believe that nothing has changed before God about sin, of wilful murder & what he expects as the correct punishment to be meted out.

There is no question about God's requirements in relation to murder, adultery, kidnapping, sodomy, rape, witchcraft, etc. ( Genesis 9:6; Exodus chaps 21, 22, 35; Leviticus chaps 22, 24, & others), though proponents for a 'no capital punishment', will claim that Israel was a theocracy (rule under God alone), whereas Gentiles have their own govts & subject to new laws consistent with the consensus of society's expectations. But has God changed? So, why does God allow govts to enact laws inconsistent with His Requirements? Well, I could confidently say that no govt anywhere, would give much regard to God's Laws & Requirements for the proper functioning of society. Many may have started well, having a strong Judeo/Christian foundation, but having sinful, & many Christ-rejecting men at the helm, given to society's whims & for the on-going battle for votes, some God-honoring Laws are side-lined, if not altogether discarded.

So what happens when a capital crime is committed (i.e. wilful murder) and is proved beyond doubt with hard evidence & not just circumstantial? Usually, a life sentence in prison, either for life or parole, & rarely the death penalty. If the prisoner is released back into society, whether as a murderer, rapist, child molester, etc., & he re-offends, hardly anyone batters an eyelid, as the prisoner has served his time. But when that criminal offends again, I ask, 'who then are the real criminals?' Society remains mute.

GiGi,

Thank you! Yes, it is such a privilege and a blessing to be able to follow the Lord despite the distractions of everyday life. He has blessed me in ways that I don't feel I deserve.

I am happy to hear that your home remodel is going well and that you found some great contractors to do the work. We had a house built recently, moved in on June 8th, 2023, and the only thing left that we want to do in the near future is finish our basement. We had popcorn ceiling in our last house. We never liked it, but we left it alone. I learned the hard way that it's almost impossible to paint popcorn ceiling with a paint roller. (What a dummy!)

Anyway, I have been coming on here frequently to read and I must say that one of the most recent topics has really been out there in "left-field." I'll leave it at that as I'm sure you know what I'm referring to, plus I have nothing to add to the things you and others have spoken against such a bold claim.

Again, thank you so much for reaching out. I guess the only way to check on someone that hasn't been posting for a while is by finding the last post that person initiated, and enter a comment there, and they will receive an email notification.

Blessings in Christ!!!

Hi Gigi.

Thanks for reaching out!

I will get back with you tomorrow it's getting late here.

Good night and God bless.

Brother Jesse I'm glad to hear you are doing well! We're doing just fine as well.

I've been setting back and enjoying these great discussions here lately and thought I would check in on you.

God bless you.

Does god condone capital punishment

First Corinthians 5:11 states:

But now I am writing to you that you must not associate with anyone who claims to be a brother or sister but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or slanderer, a drunkard or swindler. Do not even eat with such people.

I have focused in today's postings on those who are nonbelievers; whether in an openly hostile lifestyle to God's Word; or a person who in their own efforts tries to be good and has the outward appearance of a morally responsible individual.

Exodus 12:48 states: A foreigner residing among you who wants to celebrate the LORD's Passover must have all the males in his household circumcised; then he may take part like one born in the land. No uncircumcised male may eat it.

(in short no pain no gain)

Leviticus 17:8-9 shows the rules of sacrificing before God were the same for a foreigner as well as an Israelite.

These verses are brought out to demonstrate that in the house of God there is no pandering for special interests. In the age of Grace we must accept His sacrificial atonement for our sins; and live accordingly. Just as we can't let the enemy in the camp as a principle in the Old Testament; this verse in Corinthians along with others show that we CANNOT fellowship with those who are sexually immoral; which includes homosexuality; fornication and adultery (and the theme is repeated in 1 Corinthians 6:9). Similar warnings are found in 2 Timothy; Ephesians and 2 Thessalonians and other places. We also need to address the rest of the verse about greedy people or swindlers; and that in many cases involves the Pastor himself. Someone partaking in New Age would be an idolater; and a slanderer could be someone caught up in gossip and believing everything he hears or deliberately lying. Finally; a drunkard which may be the one sin people tend to agree on also needs to repent; but such a person when reformed tends to display the most radical changes of all. We all need to carefully examine our friend

Witnessing: International students.

In an earlier posting; I mentioned how men are usually the ones to be approached; particularly with Muslims when we as men are witnessing; but also in other cultures. One of the first things we need to do in this as well as in other situations is to make sure we don't harbor misconceptions. It helps; as with my former roommate that I brought attention to; to go to their church events (such as the Chinese church we used to visit in the area). We should realize that there are those of almost all nationalities who are already believers in this country; who usually are somewhat assimilated into our culture. We should also know proper doctrine; because many of the same errors we find in our churches often occur in their places of fellowship. It is certainly noteworthy to see the Korean churches in particular with their very lengthy commitment to prayer and fellowship that often spans througout most of the day Sundays; along with daily events as well. There are still issues with legalism; as well as concepts of what it means to be saved in those congregations; and others of course particularly from the African churches have seen Charismatic megachurch errors as we see in this nation.

When addressing nonbelievers; of course we need to understand enough of their own beliefs if we are to challenge them on that subject on the Bible being true and other faiths not of God. We should recognize that many Muslims in particular are that way in a cultural or mystical sense; but we need to know the basics of the Koran when it is used against us. Relationships are good; but again that differentiates street witnessing from for instance getting to know a foreigner from a school or work affiliation. We should at least understand their culture well enough as to not for intstance eat foods offensive to them; or greet in a way that is insulting. Knowing a bit of a foreign language can be good when handing out tracts as well.

How to work with the same sex attracted individuals in particular.

I have in the past been in a living situation with someone who was a believer who decades before came out of a gay lifestyle. This allowed me to see how he interacted with others of that persuasion and in general hosted social events where he lived and invited some church people as well as secular friends to cookouts and meals followed by various board games. I am not going to say that all his social skills are something I would emulate but wanted to point out a few things that were helpful. First of all and probably most important my friend would always be very transparent when conversations came up about his own depravity before coming to Christ. He understood the doctrines of grace quite well in regard to there being no good in him prior to his conversion.

One of his friends was politically conservative; which isn't that unusual despite the media narrative of those in such lifestyles.

In such situations; of course we have some control of the course of events on our own turf; and people need to have built a trust relationship first in order to want to be invited to something we are doing. This person was aware that the church my friend was attending was for scriptural morals.

This trust issue was front and center in the example of Ken Smith a former Pastor in Pittsburgh who befriended Rosario Butterfield in Syracuse New York; which involved inviting her over where his wife made home cooked meals for about two years.

She is in the forefront today speaking out for Christianity; and her life story is fascinating.

In both cases relationships had to be developed but it was known what these hosts believed. In the case of my friend mentioned earlier he had many other international students; atheists; etc. who would be involved in the game nights.

We naturally find situations where the first attempt to witness to people brings hostility; and we must pray for some and wait on God to work.

Hi Jesse,

I have been thinking of you, too and was going to post as S.Spencer did, but he beat me to it. We do need to check up on one another on here as we do not have another way to reach out since we don't give out identifying info on this site.

I hope your are doing really well and being blessed in your walk with the Lord everyday. What a privilege it is to do so, right?

We are knee-deep into this home repair which is turning into a whole house remodel. So, packing things up in closets that need to be painted before flooring goes in. We hope to do most of the wall painting ourselves and let the contractor remove the popcorn ceilings, retexturing and painting of those before he lays the flooring. The two that come most days are very pleasant, listen well to what we say we would like and then re-check with us before doing the most essential aesthetic part so that it is done how we would prefer. We appreciate that. This is the only remodel we have ever done, so we don't know much about the behind the finish work. They have been good at explaining to us and are good workers. Their workmanship is very good and we are very happy with them. So thankful for their great work.

Oh, Mike, so sad to hear. I will continue to pray for you and success with the procedure you must do many times a day. I pray that your seizure activity in your brain will cease and that God bring a healing to your brain and body.

Witnessing and the culture: Continued

In general we see two types of witnessing to the Gospel; one is what I refer to as a general calling type of approach or a declaration of the Kingdom to come. The other is specific to individuals. It is noteworthy that when Jesus dealt with those who were not amenable to the Good News there seems to be little or no evidence of any extensive discussions related to individuals; instead we see the addressing of the Pharisees as a whole (usually triggered by one or several people he was around at the time).

The exceptions are those who he challenged that claimed to be ready to be His disciples who usually turned away; and with his trials before crucifixion.

We are; in general better going out two by two as is the method of Christ's sending out of the disciples initially. With Paul the Apostle we may have a somewhat different situation since he had such a dominance in evangelism; although he was imprisoned with Silas and worked along with Timothy and others. His imprisonment no doubt contributed to some isolation as well.

Reaching people usually is best when we can reach them apart from those enabling their sinful lifestyles; as we see with the example of someone who has a gay lifestyle; although street witnessing may have to deal with multiple individuals. This is also best when approaching those of other religions; and it is usually best to address the man of the family in cultures where they are traditionally in charge of a family; especially for men who are witnessing. Going back once again to those in same sex relationships; we need to hold to the same concept we would with anyone engaged in a sinful lifestyle; we should show the love of Christ but not support things (such as gay weddings). We don't need to be overly creative in such a response; as believers we can demonstrate as in the rest of our lives the fear of the Lord that we have.

More to come in next posting.

Had very bad seizure.Now find out I must put catherder in 4 to 6 times a day.Pray that things start going alright for me.

Hey there, brother Spencer

I am doing well, thanks for checking. I hope all is well with you also. The Lord is good!

Many blessing to you!!!

Matt.5: 17 "Doctrine of God"

" Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil."

We shall examine one saying of Jesus why Evangelist Matthew set the Sermon on the mount against a mountain ("he went up into a mountain) while St Luke has it delivered on the plains. "And he came down with them, and stood in the plain, and the company of his disciples, and a great multitude of people out of all Judaea and Jerusalem, and from the sea coast of Tyre and Sidon, which came to hear him, and to be healed of their diseases." ( Luke 6:17). Matthew also gives the same ministry of healing in 4:23-25. God sent his word and healed them for their destructions (Ps.107:20) is established in Jesus Christ as the word become flesh. The Law of Moses did not heal and the great multitude came there to be healed and it proves that he came indeed from God. St Matthew sets the mountain as the holy mountain of God ("in the last days, that the mountain of the Lord's house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it"-Is.2:2-3). Jesus announced that he came to fulfill the law and the prophets. So we need take the world of the Spirit as well as the word of the body as one. Abiding in Christ is to walk by faith since his body is that of spiritual body is according to the promise of God in the above mentioned quote from the psalm. Whosoever has died to sin and is hid in Christ must believe he has a building of God eternal in heavens.

"Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:/ But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also."(5:38-39)

You suffer in this world for righteousness sake because your reward comes from heaven. Without taking both worlds as one doctrine of God is made to none effect

Witnessing today in today's culture: Introduction

Today people are often identified by their political affiliation or the community that they identify as "politically correct". In reality this often makes a particular sin the sum of their identity (such as those in the pro choice or same sex attraction crowd.) We don't see such titles given for individuals committing such activities in scripture; where infanticide was performed by those who would identify as idol worshippers (Molech worshippers for example); or sodomites would often be classified by their social status as to who was the perpetrator and who was the victim of such atrocities in the time of Christ. 1 Kings 14:24 talks in general about sodomites and the abominations that they were involved with; and it seems that they did live in the same area as we see with the story of Sodom and Gomorrah thousands of years before Christ.

We need to take heart; as we see in the story of Jonah that even the most wicked people can repent. Today it seems mainly with individuals who are "detransitioning" for instance that the Lord indeed can change people; and when we see legislation against preaching such truths those who used to live that lifestyle of course are most affected. 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 identifies those now sanctified as believers who used to live sinful lifestyles. While it is true that there are particular sins; such as shedding of innocent blood that God particularly hates ( Proverbs 6:16-19); all sin leads to death. Clearly at this point the world doesn't celebrate someone who identifies themselves as a thief; extortioner; murderer and some other things but we should expect that it will once we get to the Tribulation or perhaps sooner when "anyone who kills you will think that they are doing God a favor." ( John 16:2).

We need also to get beyond the stereotypes the world is giving us of those in the LGBTQ+. Some are conservatives and some liberal politically for instance. More later.

Correction: Two para given earlier is to be read as under

Similarly the seven days in Ge.1 shall never contradict. These are seven bullet point headings in the Everlasting Covenant. So sixth day indicates God blessed man which is to lead man to the throne of God and of the Lamb. (Re.22:1) God blessed the seventh day signifying it is without repentance.(Ro.11:29). Whosoever refuses to enter therein, the God's rest (Ge.2:1-3) is the son of perdition. Name of the beast explains it- 666,- his body soul and spirit resist this everlasting covenant. In short we have Jesus Christ as the firstborn of all creation and children of disobedience everyone classed as son of perdition.

All events, names of land and people, their significance or what happens to them or their actions, are of consequence. New Jerusalem is fulfilled in heaven and comes down. So correct approach is to treat both worlds of the Spirit and of the earth as one. Col.1:1-3; 2 Co.5:1-5. Christian Living is walking the talk.

The Holy Bible -What it means to me

Here I shall give what seven decades of studying the word of God has taught me. My parents both devout Christians kept family prayers at the core of their parenting responsibilities. This led me to read the Bible even when they sent me over to a boarding school at the age of eleven. My understanding of it went through several phases and only when I began doing my word ministry the Spirit took over my instruction. (2 Ti.3:16)

I shall give in brief my understanding of the God document.

Rightly dividing the truth we set children of light under one nation and the children of darkness in the other in terms of God who is the judge. John 5:22. Jesus Christ shall determine which are the goats and which are the sheep. This is given in a similitude. (Matt.25:31-46) 'When the Son of man comes in glory' gives It is the fulfillment of Ge.1:3-4.

Similarly the seven days in Ge.1 shall never contradict. These are seven bullet point headings in the Everlasting Covenant. So sixth day indicates God blessed man ,which is to lead man to the throne of God and of the Lamb. (Re.22:1) God blessed the seventh day signifying it is without repentance.(Ro.11:29). All events, names of land and people, their significance or what happens to them or their actions, are of consequence. New Jerusalem is fulfilled in heaven and comes down. So correct approach is to treat both worlds of the Spirit and of the earth as one. Col.1:1-3; 2 Co.5:1-5. Christian Living is walking the talk.

Comparing spiritual with spiritual is the correct way to explain the doctrine and shall not contradict the holiness of God under any circumstance. So promises are yea in the Son."

Pray for my children and grandchildren to come to the lord

Dear Pastor,

Would you agree for complete restoration of my eyesight and for the small hole in the back of my eye to supernaturally heal itself - NO SURGERY REQUIRED ....in Jesus name...Amen



Also, would agree with me in prayer for my loans to keep closing so that I can pay my bills and for me to learn how to originate /get leads for million dollar loans......in Jesus name....Amen.

Also, would you agree with me in prayer for wisdom for R. Dingle Jr. and to stop tricking women......in Jesus name Amen....

Please agree with me that the tenant in apt. 105 , will stop smoking in the middle of the night all night in their apt... in Jesus name...Amen

We are believing for total restoration his brain and equilibrium of Jackie Grant Sr caused by nerve damage....in Jesus name..

Thank you for your prayers of agreement!!!

God Bless you!

i ask for a prayer for god to give us wisdom and decrement and to open our eyes to the unrighteous way that are keeping me from hearing and seeing god speak to us help to be guided in his way forgiveness for known and unknown sin help to let god in our home our lives and to be more open to gods will for us also generational curse of my children and my children's children's help to be able to forgive myself and healing to move on.thank you in jesus almightly name amen

Rightly dividing the truth we set children of light under one nation and the children of darkness in the other in terms of God who is the judge. Jesus Christ shall determine which are the goats and which are the sheep. This is given in a similitude. It is the fulfillment of Ge.1:3-4.

Similarly the seven days in Ge.1 shall never contradic. These are seven bullet point headings in the Everlasting Covenant. So sixth day indicates God blessed man which is to lead man to the throne of God and of the Lamb. (Re.22:1) So all events names of land and people, significance of names and what happens to them or their actions are of consequence. New Jerusalem is fulfilled in heaven and comes down. So correct approach is to treat both worlds of the Spirit and of the earth. Col.1:1-3; 2 Co.5:1-5

Comparing spiritual with spiritual is the correct way to explain the doctrine and shall not contradict the holiness of God under any circumstance. So promises are yea in the Son.

Hi Brother Jesse.

I Hope all is well with you Brother.

God bless.

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Paul knew what his flesh was like, but he knew that he had the Power of God within him to deal with sin. Did this make him sinless? Do these verses in anyway suggest that Paul was preaching sinlessness? Does being diligent with sin & the Power of God within us make us sinless? It can never. The sin nature with its propensity to sin, of Adam, of Paul, & within each one of us will remain in us till our entire transformation in that coming day.

If you truly believe Momsage that you are sinless, then please heed the words & life of this apostle, that such a state is impossible in this life. Then maybe my earlier comment on what sin actually is becomes the real question before us; for there might be things that you consider as just errors in life that I, and some others, may consider as sin. I'm even very sensitive to even using corrupt Names of God/gods (e.g. Gosh, Golly, By Jove, etc.) - for me this is sin but to others, it may not be. Whatever is not of the Lord, not in His Character, & never expressed by Him, is sin; and unfortunately, as much as we can persevere in dealing with temptation & sin, we will fail the Lord at some time, in some point in our lives. And even committing that one 'tiniest' sin, proves that we are still sinners - to be sinless must mean that we can never (impossible to), to even commit that one sin. And that is not how I read & understand the Word of God & can never find anywhere that we are taught sinlessness now, rather, we should immediately deal with sin & being diligent in it & to the tactics (wiles) of the enemy & our flesh. I'll leave it here for now & hope I have answered you in detail. GBU.