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Dear Diane, the verses you mentioned are from the Book Of Ecclesiasticus, a book which is included in the so called Apocrypha selection of books of the Old Testament. This is a different book from the Book of Ecclesiastes which is included in the canon of the Old Testasmet. The names are similar but they are different books.

Amen and God bless you .

I have a question. Are the 144,000 raptured during the Great Tribulation, or are they killed?

Thank you Alex , I needed to hear that right now .

May God bless you and all your family Texsis .

Heavenly Father we thank you so much for your son Jesus and ask that you be with Diane as she prays for Tyler's mental, physical & spiritual health and for Justin to come closer to you Lord. Lord I ask that you lift them all up with a fleet of protection around each and everyone of her children & grandchildren so much so Lord that they become closer to you Heavenly Father and begin to see how awesome you are and can and will get them through anything if they repent from any evil & turn to you. If they have an illness Lord I ask that you heal them and you get all the glory! I pray these things in Jesus precious name Amen.!

Proverbs 24:26 Italicized are not worthy additions on this verse, as there are they that reject a wise, timely, truth at times.

The attrition rate in Chrisendom is grevious. Partly because of unfaithful translations, and also sharer's lack of anointing. Also mess with our memory verses. We know *GOD* keeps *HIS* WORD. Unfaithful supposed do gooders have lots to answer for. Rev 22:18,19.

Thankfully some better KJV publishers still show the italicised.

**Heavenly Father I thank you for your Son Jesus! Lord I ask that you be with this person that they find someone to help them through all this. Lord you know they should get what's coming to them and that said parents inherited to her so keep satan and his minions far away not letting the sister take everything Father. In Jesus precious name Amen!**

Should Politics be discuss in Church

Please pray for my son to become stronger in Christ for he just repented 6 months ago after being a satanist for yrs. He is super confused, somewhat depressed and recently lost his job so is in need another a.s.a.p. Thank you all and God bless

Hi Chris,

Regarding John 17:5 : "Glorify thee with with thine own self" (Self). Creation is an extension of self. In this sense meaning, extend God's whole being (qualities, His Mind) unto Jesus. "which I had with thee before the world was.", meaning Jesus was an extension (creation) of God before man entered the world. Jesus has nothing that does not come from God. The difference between us and Jesus is that He has nothing else. As I've previously stated, God created Jesus (Christ); Jesus did not create God.This is Their only difference. So, is Jesus God? No, in the sense that He didn't create the Creator. Yes, in the sense that He has everything of/from the Creator (Source) and thinks and responds and speaks ONLY what the Voice for God (Holy Spirit) communicates.

How does this fit into the idea of the Trinity? God Is. God is God, in His Kingdom, where nothing but perfect Love exists. No fear/hate (or even thoughts of fear and hate) can enter. His Kingdom is holy where perfect peace dwells. Nothing changes (no duality). Nothing there within or without can affect it. God's omnipotence can't be usurped. The Holy Spirit is simply God's Voice. Jesus is the Christ, APPEARING as man, our mediator. We need this mediator because without Him the distance between God and man would be too great for us to encompass and overcome. This Trinity is One even though they appear to have different functions. They are One BECAUSE They share a common purpose, and what shares a common purpose is the same.

A good way to describe the Trinity is this: The Trinity in It's oneness transcends the sum of it's parts. I perceive the same concerning the Sonship: God has only One Son. If all His creations are His sons, then everyone must be an integral part of the whole Sonship. And the Sonship in its Oneness transcends the sum of it's parts.

And may I be so bold as to say that God would be incomplete without us (His Creations).

Peace to all.

God Is

The gift of faith

This is perhaps the hardest to explain; although any one else's interpretation would be helpful. I have understood this to mean an unusually strong unction to believe in answers to prayer and in all circumstances trusting God. It would certainly seem that with any other gift maturity and Godly living as well as trying to heed to God's voice could accomplish growth in faith; at least in general. This probably is better understood with itinerant missionaries with limited communications with the outside world; limited funds; resources and food supply available.

The balance has to be with the fact that some individuals CLEARLY have closer; more intimate communication with God; who blesses them so that "men can praise God for their good works" ( Matthew 5:16) while others have the tenacity to seek after Him through persistent prayer. The problem that can arise in BOTH cases is when we get caught up with ourselves. Should a ministry name itself after someone; or an individual be put on a larger than life status then surely that pride leads us to a fall.

Therefore; as with any giftings we all need each other. It is for edification of the Body; hence one person can clearly see how to pray and what to pray; but another has a much clearer picture of the person being lifted up knowing them personally who can shed further light on a situation. So someone mature in faith must be open to someone else praying who the Spirit moves as well as vice versa.

There is also the case of those who are tares among the wheat. If there are those who expouse false doctrines; or are living a lifestyle of unrepentant sin; we are asked if they claim to be Christins not to even sit and eat with them. ( 1 Cor. 5:11). I would say emphatically that we should NOT ask them to pray for us and if they ask politely decline. The demons that are controlling them no doubt will attempt to influence us to follow the same paths to destruction.

Good day, I was given a verse of scripture, Ecc 11:4(KJV) which is supposed to read: "Boast not of thy clothing and raiment, and exalt not thyself in the day of honour: for the works of the Lord are wonderful, and his works among men are hidden." When I sought the scripture above, it says something something totally different. You may want to correct it. Thank you

It would seem that absolutely; the falling away and removal of candlesticks is occurring. This is especially sobering when we see the admonition to the church in Ephesus whose only criticism from Christ Himself is that they had lost their first love ( Rev. 2:4).

Everything else they were doing doctrinally; discernment wise with false teaching etc was on par yet they still faced having their candlestick removed; and that was back before the end of the first century! (actually it says have their "lampstand" removed).

It is helpful here to see how individuals in the Book of Revelation in chapter 2 and 3 are addressed to along WITH an entire congregation. CLEARLY apostasy; i.e. falling away was characterizing the vast majority of the Sardis church; nonetheless certain individuals were said to be worthy and would walk with Him in white garments. There is a potential at least for the Laodiceans; but clearly we should guard our hearts; and walk away from apostacy if we are in a place where leadership concurs with false teaching and there is not support of others to rebuke those in authority.

1 Timothy chapter 4 talks about the falling away in the last days. Even 1 John 4:12 discusses the fact that there are already many antichrists in that first century church. The OVERALL degrading of churches that for decades or centuries held to doctrinal truths certainly shows us how soon His return must be.

God warns us in Rev. 3:11 indicates that we may lose our crown to someone else if not careful. We need to be around those who are sharpening one another as "iron sharpens iron" ( Prov. 27:17). Surely; the Lord will lead us to good fellowship; if not for any other reason that we are commanded to assemble together even more so as we see the Lord's soon coming ( Heb. 10:25 loosely translated). The remnant will be found; of course it can take some time. The question now is whether we should; as the famous song says; hold out; walk away or run.

Be blessed. Agape.

Tech and Government industry around Austin is boomin. It might be possible to find a job online by contacting skills searchers.

Housing is ridiculous. Tesla is near Taylor Texas.

If you could find cheaper housing near Temple Texas.

It's a lot of hours of fancy googling, but it's possible to scout out something. Good Churches around Waco or Killeen. Newspaper online: austin American statesman

If you keep in context that Jesus is the Son of God that verse in Hebrews 1 makes sense .

God s Kingdom lasts forever , and Jesus His Son has been given Rule over it as promised to King David .

It's Gods Kingdom , not Jesus s Kingdom , did he get that ?

...Suze, oops, cut myself off. I am not convinced by your opinion on this matter.

Dear Suze, I know that the Word of God is called a sword often in the Bible. But in the case of Luke 22:36, I do not believe that Jesus was referring to the Scriptures when he told the disciples that they were to acquire a sword for the next time He was sending them out.

With respect, I do not wish to continue a conversation on this topic, as we disagree, and I am not convinced by your

Mr. Wilson,

I do believe that Jesus spoke many parables to the multitudes within the hearing of the disciples. But He also spoke plainly to the disciples on many occasions. Also, it is not true that the disciples did not understand anything Jesus said.

I think that it is important for one to understand the context of what one is reading to distinguish between various literary genres such as: narrative, conversation, parable, prophecy, preaching, teaching, etc.

Brenda remember Mary and Martha....Martha was troubled with much working and serving but Mary only wanted to sit at feet and hear his words....And Martha asked the lord to speak to my sister Mary to come and help me...I SERVE ALONE.

......But Jesus answered Martha saying you are troubled with many things but MARY HAS CHOSEN THAT GOOD PART THAT SHALL NOT BE TAKEN AWAY FROM HER....The good part is to sit at his feet and hear his Words of the Kingdom.... Luke 10 :40

.....Jesus said to labor not for the meat that parishes but for that BREAD that endured unto everlasting life that the SON of man shall give unto you.

......Remember God furnished a table in the Wilderness....Take no though for your life what ye shall eat or drink .. Your father knows what you have need of b/f you even ask him...If he feeds the birds he will feed you....Trush in him for your everything.

Thanks Mishael,

I tried that and also using baking soda. That did not work very well. I have used Benadryl cream and Hydrocortisone cream. These give a bit of relief, but it will just take some time for the itching to subside. the initial pain is now gone, though, so that is good.

The medications i was prescribed are causing the swelling to go down and the redness to shrink, so I am on the mend.

To All

I loved this site. it is like family and when you do not have one it is a good place to come. I guess I thought this subject could be discussed but seems like I was wrong. I have never denied the divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ. In my posts I never said the Son of God was created, I said begotten, and we do not know how He was begotten.

Jesus was the beginning of creation Alpha, the beginning He was begotten before anything in the entire creation, nothing was before the Son of God. He was already begotten when God sent and gave Him. He was not begotten in Marys' womb, because everything through Him was created. I feel I listed scripture for everything I said and never was trying to be sneaky or tried to prove anything not true.

I have always treated everyone with love and have always said it is my understanding and have never been dogmatic on any subject. I have never judged and told anyone they were wrong or have I ever belittled anyone. The response I have received is baseless and hurtful.

I am sorry my posts were misunderstood, but as I said they are my understanding and I stand by salvation is only in/through Jesus by the grace of God and through the faith of Jesus is salvation and eternal life and nothing can be placed above that.

Jesus was the beginning of creation and Jesus the Son of God will end this creation in the heavens and the earth when He turns it back to the Father and God makes all new. Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending.

God bless you all,

RLW

Dear Grae;

There is no questioning that I am a Christian first. God has chosen for me to be born in this country, therefore, I am to abide by the constitution on this country. In Luke 22:36 Jesus instructs his disciples to acquire a sword along with a few other things. So, for what purpose would they need a sword except for self defense. Defending oneself from harm or death is not violence in the way you seem to be saying. Whether one uses their body, fists, sword, club, knife, gun, or any other kind of weapon to defend themselves from an attack is sanctioned here by Jesus. This is my interpretation of this verse.

Hi Giannis, I was hoping you'd see this. Very helpful. God bless.

Father God, I pray that You would undertake to prevent the spread of Covid and open our hearts to hear the Holy Spirits Voice, in our spirits.

Matthew 24 and Luke 21, warn of Pestilences in the Last Days. Help us to be mindful to care for ourselves and others.

Satans name is Destroyer and we refuse to give any entry into our lives. Help us to be wise, not paranoid. Wipe & wash. Rest in your Lordship and Cease to Doubt.

These are the Final years of Earth. Help us to follow Jesus to Safety in all things.

Hiya Joy.....Yes i think we are seeing the great falling away as Jesus said he was the light of the world but the nite was coming when no man wd be able to work....2 nd thess. 2 : 3 ....let no man deceive you by any means for that day will not come till there 1st come a great falling away and that man of sin be revealed ....All the churches are desolate....Satan is now in the pulpits etc.

.....That man of sin is mans carnal minds that is in rank with satan....But God is gonna pour out his Spirit on all flesh.... Joel 2 : 28 kjv

.....How can anybody look at the spiritual condition of AMERCA and the world and not see the great falling away is beyond me.

.....The bridegroom comes a midnite a time of darkness... matthew 25: 6 kjv

Prayer For Renewed Life In Our Relationship

Dear Lord Jesus, thank You, that You are the One Who heals the broken hearted and sets the captives free. Thank You, that You are the one that knows every intimate detail about our lives, and Who sticks closer than a brother to us. Thank You, Lord, that You have promised never to leave us nor forsake us but desire to give all your children the peace that passes understanding, as we look to Jesus and secure our hearts upon Him.

Thank You also, that You were the one that instituted marriage and ordained that a man should leave his father and mother and cleave to his wife, and that she in turn would honour and submit to her own husband under biblical principles. Lord, I confess that our relationship is sometimes unsettled and shaken by circumstances in the world now.

And so I ask for healing in our relationship and a strengthening of the love that we once had for each other. Help us together to seek You, and to once again build up our relationship into a happy, harmonious unity where Jesus is returned to His rightful position in our lives.

Father, I confess that because we have become careless in our relationship with You, our relationship with each other also suffered. Renew a right spirit within us both, and may we seek first the Lord Jesus and His righteousness, knowing that a marriage that is grounded in Him is the only way for a relationship to truly be blessed. We ask this in Jesus' name, amen

Copy this down, David

Prayer For Emotional Healing And Strength

Oh Lord, I feel that both my heart and my life has been shattered into a thousand pieces and I don't know what to do or which way to turn. I feel that I have no strength left and that everything in my life has become an utter failure. Have mercy on me I pray, according to Your great goodness and abundant grace.

Lord, I know that Your Word says that You will give strength to the weary and hope to the distressed and I feel both weak and in distress, and ask for Your help and strength.

Help me to wait on You, abide in You and rest in Your love, because I know that You have promised that those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength and rise up with the wings as eagles.

Thank You also, that You have promised to heal the broken-hearted and restore those that are hurting. Heal my shattered heart I pray, and restore to me the joy of my salvation. This I ask in Jesus' name,

I don't usually do this but when our memories are painful or tortured it's usually because of a familiar spirit; they follow families, they know all the secrets and all the thorns that stick in our brains. Pray this out loud and often as needed: copy it down

I the name Above all Names__I pray in Jesus Name that Every Familiar Spirit, Fear and Torment Spirits, be bound up by the Name of Jesus. I plead the blood of Jesus over my mind, heart and soul; I command all soul ties to be broken and wash me clean from lingering memories.

I ask my Father in heaven for an angel to stand guard over the 4 corners of my home and prevent wars in my mind, as I put my bookmark in Ephesians 6 and confront the invisible enemies against my mind.

The Holy Spirit is my Comforter and my Helper. I will hear only His voice. My sleep is blessed and I choose to rest in My Lord Jesus. Amen! Hallelujah to my King! My Savior, Jesus.

Sister GiGi:

Do you know why most done understand God's WORD?

Because they don't BELIEVE what he SAYS.

The Bible is GOD'S WORDS: The Old Testament is LAW and PROPHECIES

Psalms 78:2 I (the Word) will open my mouth in a PARABLE: I (the Word) will utter DARK SAYINGS upon the harp.

Ezekiel 17:2 Son of Man (the Word), put forth a RIDDLE, and speak a PARABLE to the house of ISRAEL.

Prophecy Fulfilled:

Matthew 13:34 ALL THESE THINGS spake Jesus into the multitudes in a PARABLES; and WITHOUT A PARABLE he SPAKE NOT to them.

The multitudes THEN as well as the multitudes NOW don't UNDERSTAND: because they don't believe God's Words ARE A PARABLE.

His own disciples NEVER UNDERSTOOD a word he was saying.

Christ had to take them aside and explain it to them.

The same TODAY, unless the Holy Spirit takes you aside and explains the PARABLES to you, you want understand the full truth.

This is why Christ SAYS: ASK and you shall receive; But again the receiving is on God's TIMETABLE not ours.

God Bless You.

Try a cotton ball soaked in vinegar.

Keep it on for 1/2 hour if it doesn't hurt.