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  • New Page | Answers 4 Saints

    Our Mission At My Site, we are dedicated to exploring innovative solutions. Our team is passionate about checking things out and providing exceptional service to meet your needs. "If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left." Option 1: Direct & Natural (Engaging Study Guide) Scripture Reference: Hebrews 10:26 "If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left." What is "Willful Sin"? In this setting, willful sin means knowingly and permanently turning your back on Yeshua. It warns those who fully understand the truth yet consciously choose to walk away and reject Him. Why "No Sacrifice Remains": Yeshua is the Father's ultimate, complete, and final offering for human sin. Once an individual rejects Yeshua, there is no second savior, no Levitical altar to run back to, and no alternate plan of Option 3: Side-by-Side Clarification (Common Misconceptions vs. Biblical Meaning) What It Does Not Mean What the Scripture Actually Teaches It does not mean someone loses their standing because they stumble into ordinary human failure or daily struggles. It specifically warns against apostasy—a settled, deliberate decision to abandon faith in Yeshua entirely. It does not mean the Father refuses repentance from a contrite heart seeking forgiveness. It addresses those who knowingly treat Yeshua’s blood as unholy, leaving themselves with no other sacrifice to cover their sins. Proponents emphasize that Yehovah (יְהֹוָה) is not a 16th-century Christian invention. It is documented with full pointing in over 1,000 Hebrew Bible manuscripts, including prominent early texts like the Leningrad Codex and the Aleppo Codex. They argue Masoretic scribes who guarded letter-by-letter accuracy would not have recorded "mistaken" vowels across centurie The Consonants (יהוה / YHWH): Appear 6,828 times in the Hebrew Masoretic Text. In the Dead Sea Scrolls (dating 2,000+ years ago), scribes often wrote these four consonants in archaic Paleo-Hebrew script to set the sacred Name apart from the surrounding square Aramaic-Hebrew script. 1,000 times across other medieval manuscripts), while the shortened two-vowel form served as the standard scribal reminder (qere perpetuum) to pronounce "Adonai".

  • Heaven | answers4saints.com Truth beyond an reasonal doubt

    Are you looking for scriptural truth about who is going to Heaven and who isn't answers4saints.com has answers. All Christ taught about obedience, grace, and righteousness, the Christian church does the opposite. Christ kept the Sabbath, the food laws, God's feast days, God's laws, and statutes. Gods 613 commandments New Testment Commandments Deuteronomy 13 TEST God's Ten Commandments Definitions with consequences Bible Verses by Topic Complete JewishBible CJB

  • Test Your Self | Answers 4 Saints

    The Diagnostic Test — Spirit of Truth or Spirit of Tradition? Use these four questions to examine yourself or guide a brother or sister through honest self-reflection: 1. The Humility Test (John 16:13 & Acts 17:11) The Question: When clear biblical evidence exposes that an inherited church belief or holiday violates Scripture, what is your immediate response? Spirit of Truth: "Let God be true and every man a liar." You yield to the text, repent, and abandon the tradition, regardless of the personal or family cost. Spirit of Tradition: You become defensive, dismiss the study, justify church custom, or claim "God knows my heart." 2. The Obedience Test (1 John 2:3–4 & John 14:15) The Question: “Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. He who says, ‘I know Him,’ and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him.” Do you strive to obey His commandments, or do you view His law as a burden? Spirit of Truth: Obedience is your act of love and fruit of repentance. Spirit of Tradition: Uses grace as an excuse for disobedience, claiming the commandments don't apply anymore. 3. The Authority Test (Mark 7:7–9) The Question: When God's Word says one thing and your denomination or favorite preacher says another, who wins? Spirit of Truth: Scripture alone holds final authority over doctrine and daily life. Spirit of Tradition: Denominational catechisms, pastors' opinions, and family heritage overrule the text. 4. The Name Test (Matthew 1:21 & Acts 4:12) The Question: When shown that Gabriel assigned the Hebrew name Yeshua ("Yahweh is Salvation"), carrying the Father's personal redemptive signature, does your spirit leap to honor it, or do you despise its Hebrew origin? Spirit of Truth: Receives the name with reverent joy, marveling at the Father's salvation. Spirit of Tradition: Clings to familiarity and mocks or rejects the original Hebrew truth. Part 3: The Watchman’s Mandate “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a word from My mouth, and give them warning from Me: When I say to the wicked, ‘You shall surely die,’ and you give him no warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life, that same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at your hand. Yet, if you warn the wicked, and he does not turn from his wickedness, nor from his wicked way, he shall die in his iniquity; but you have delivered your soul.” — Ezekiel 3:17–19 To the Reader: This warning is delivered to you not in hatred, but in urgent love. You have now been shown the mirror of Scripture. The difference between what God commanded and what man instituted is clear. In Romans 8:1–14, Paul sets up an absolute, binary divide. There is no middle ground or third category: a person is either governed by the mind of the flesh (sarx) or the Spirit of God (Pneuma). Paul does not frame this test around emotional experiences or external religious performance, but around dominion, mindset, and alignment with God's law. 1. The Starting Position: Condemnation vs. Freedom (vv. 1–4) What God Said: The Mosaic Law was holy and just, but it was "weakened by the flesh"—it could command righteousness, but human nature could not produce it. God fulfilled the righteous requirement of the Law by sending His Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to condemn sin in the flesh. The Mark of Having the Spirit: The believer walks "not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit" (v. 4). The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set them free from the law of sin and death. The Contrast: The flesh is trapped under an endless cycle of command, failure, and condemnation. The Spirit produces an internal reality where the demand of God's Word is actively loved and lived out. 2. The Mindset Test: Setting the Affections (vv. 5–6) "For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace." (vv. 5–6) The Mind of the Flesh: Governed by temporal preservation, self-elevation, appetites, and autonomous human reasoning. Its ultimate end is spiritual decay and death. The Mind of the Spirit: Preoccupied with what honors God—truth, holiness, obedience, and kingdom purposes. The Test: What does the mind naturally drift toward when unrestrained? The flesh defaults to self-interest; the Spirit defaults to God's will, resulting in inner stability (life and peace). 3. The Authority Test: Hostility vs. Submission (vv. 7–8) "For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. Those who are in the flesh cannot please God." (vv. 7–8) This is the diagnostic core of Paul’s argument: The Flesh Cannot Submit: The natural human heart views God's absolute authority as an imposition or a threat to autonomy. Even when outwardly observant, it negotiates, modifies, or excuses disobedience. It is fundamentally at war with "God Said." The Inability to Please God: Good deeds, religious ceremonies, or moral philosophies done under the impulse of the flesh remain unacceptable to God because the underlying will has never surrendered. 4. The Ownership Test: The Indwelling Presence (vv. 9–11) "You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him." (v. 9) Paul’s Binary Conclusion: You either possess the Spirit and belong to Christ, or you do not have the Spirit and are alien to Him. There is no category of a Christian who lacks the Spirit of Christ. The Internal Witness: If Christ is in you, the natural body remains subject to physical death because of sin, but the spirit is alive because of imputed and imparted righteousness (v. 10). The Guarantee: The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead acts as a residing power, imparting resurrection life even to mortal bodies to walk in holiness now (v. 11). 5. The Mortification and Sonship Test (vv. 12–14) "For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God." (vv. 12–14) Active Mortification: Having the Spirit does not mean passive sinlessness; it means active warfare. The true believer does not coddle the flesh or make peace with compromise—they actively put to death the misdeeds of the body through the Spirit's power. Led by the Spirit: In biblical context, being "led by the Spirit" in verse 14 does not refer primarily to mystical nudges about career or life choices; it refers directly to being led away from sin and into righteousness. Summary Table: Romans 8 Diagnostic Diagnostic Marker The Mind of the Flesh (Lacking the Spirit) The Mind of the Spirit (Having the Spirit) Primary Impulse Self-preservation, worldly interest, autonomy (v. 5) Righteousness, divine purpose, eternal truth (v. 5) Relation to God's WordHostile, resisting, unable to submit (v. 7) Submissive, fulfilled by the Spirit's power (v. 4, 7) Spiritual Fruit Death, alienation, inability to please God (vv. 6, 8) Life, peace, reconciliation with the Father (v. 6) Daily Habit Indulging or rationalizing the body's appetites (vv. 12–13) Actively mortifying the deeds of the flesh (v. 13) Identity Debtor to the fallen nature; outside Christ (vv. 9, 12) P ossessed by Christ; confirmed son/daughter of God (vv. 9, 14)

  • 21 steps to salvation | Answers 4 Saints

    21 Steps to Salvation Calvinism vs Arminianism bottom of page click on God cannot stand the prayers of anyone who disobeys his Law. Proverbs 28:9 In Isaiah 66:15-17, we see that in the context of the Lord’s return, when He returns, He is clearly upset that people are eating pork. If He cares then, why would we assume that He does not care now? 1. Hear the True Gospel The first step of the build is listening to the unfiltered, original message of God. “From that time Yeshua began to preach and to say, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.’” — Matthew 4:17 “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” — John 8:32 What this means: You cannot build a straight wall if you are reading a warped blueprint. Hearing the true Gospel means listening to the actual Word of God—not human traditions, clever shortcuts, or watered-down messages that just make people feel good in the pew. It is the moment you hear the real standard for the very first time. 2. Believe the True Gospel True belief is not just agreeing with facts; it is placing your absolute confidence and weight on the message. “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” — Hebrews 11:6 What this means: Believing means you look at the plumb line and say, "That string is perfectly straight, and I trust it completely." It is an inner conviction that drives you to action. If you don't truly believe the blueprint is accurate, you will never bother to change how you are laying your bricks. 3. Repent of Past Sins Repentance is a deliberate, U-turn in direction. It means stopping your lawlessness and turning back toward the Law of God. “I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish.” — Luke 13:3 What this means: Since 1 John 3:4 tells us that sin is breaking God's law, your old wall was naturally leaning and crooked. Repentance is the moment you drop your tools, admit your wall is out of line, and make a firm decision to tear down the old, lawless way of living so you can rebuild it straight. 4. Confess Faith in Yeshua Messiah Confession is the public declaration of who is in charge of your building site. “For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.” — Romans 10:10 What this means: Confession is nailing your colors to the mast. It means standing up and declaring out loud to the world, to the adversary, and to the assembly: "Yeshua is my Master, and I am building my life on His foundation from this day forward." 5. Be Baptized Baptism is the physical and spiritual washing away of the rubble from your old life. “Then Peter said to them, ‘Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Yeshua Messiah for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’” — Acts 2:38 What this means: Going under the water is the formal burial of the old, crooked structure. You don't build a new house on top of old trash. You clear the lot. Baptism washes away the stain of past lawlessness so you can step out of the water onto a clean, solid foundation. 6. Be Faithful Unto Death Loyalty to the Creator must be absolute, even when the pressure of the world threatens to break you. “Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.” — Revelation 2:10 What this means: This is the ultimate test of the structure. When the storms of persecution, sickness, or trials hit the wall, a true believer refuses to let a single brick slip. It means your loyalty to the Master Builder stays intact even if holding the line costs you your physical life. 7. Obey Him for Eternal Salvation The author of salvation specifically identifies who His work is for: those who follow His instructions. “And having been perfected, He became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.” — Hebrews 5:9 What this means: The Master Builder only claims ownership of the walls that actually followed His blueprints. Faith that refuses to obey is an illusion. Salvation belongs to the people who don't just call Him "Lord," but who actually submit to His authority and do what He asks. 8. Live Exactly as Yeshua Did The Messiah's walk on this earth is the ultimate, flawless example for our daily lives. “He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked.” — 1 John 2:6 What this means: Yeshua is the living plumb line. If you want to know how to treat people, how to handle temptation, or how to keep God's commands, you look at His life. If a custom or a lifestyle choice doesn't square up with how Yeshua walked, it does not belong in your wall. 9. Do What the Word Says, Don't Just Listen True faith is an active, hands-on construction project, not a spectator sport. “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” — James 1:22 What this means: Sitting in a pew and nodding along with a sermon doesn't build anything. If you know what the Bible says but don't practice it on Monday morning, you are fooling yourself. True faith requires you to pick up the trowel and actually lay the bricks according to the instructions. 10. Possess the Spirit of Christ True conversion requires the supernatural presence of the Holy Spirit living inside you. “Now if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he is not His.” — Romans 8:9 What this means: The Holy Spirit is the gravity that keeps the plumb line straight. Without the Spirit living inside your heart, you have no power to keep the wall in line, and you don't belong to the Owner of the house. You must have His seal on the inside. 11. Receive the Holy Spirit Through Obedience God places His Spirit inside those who have a heart bent toward submission. “And we are His witnesses of these things, and so also is the Holy Spirit whom God has given to those who obey Him.” — Acts 5:32 What this means: God does not pour His Holy Spirit into a vessel that intends to stay rebellious and lawless. The Spirit is given as a helper to help you keep the Law. When you step out in willingness to obey, God anchors His supernatural strength deep inside your life. 12. Call on the Name of Yeshua Messiah Deliverance and strength come from actively crying out to the authority and identity of the Son. “For ‘whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.’” — Romans 10:13 What this means: When the wall is leaning, when your own strength fails, or when the enemy attacks, you don't rely on yourself. You call on the name and the legal authority of Yeshua. It is an active cry for help to the only One who has the power to hold the structure together. 13. Keep the Commandments to Enter Into Life When asked directly how to inherit eternal life, the Messiah pointed straight back to God's boundaries. “Jesus said to him... ‘If you want to enter into life, keep the commandments.’” — Matthew 19:17 What this means: Commandments are not heavy burdens; they are the side-guards that keep the wall from warping. Since sin is breaking the law, keeping the commandments is how we show we love God and want our lives to stay completely square with His righteousness. 14. Trust the Son to Not Perish Escape from the penalty of lawlessness requires absolute reliance on the sacrifice of the Messiah. “That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.” — John 3:15,16 What this means: No matter how hard we try to build straight, our past sins would condemn us if not for Jesus. Trusting the Son means knowing that His blood covers our imperfections and saves our structure from facing the ultimate collapse of spiritual death. 15. Walk by Faith, Not by Sight The Christian walk requires trusting God’s structural blueprint even when circumstances look dark and confusing. “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7 What this means: Sometimes the fog of life rolls in, and you can't see two feet in front of you. Walking by faith means you don't guess or look around at what everyone else is doing. You trust the plumb line in your hand because you know God's weight is true, even when your eyes can't see the top of the line. 16. Obey the Son to Avoid Angry Judgment Rejecting the instructions of the King leaves a person exposed to the holy consequences of rebellion. “He who believes in the Son has everlasting life; and he who does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God abides on him.” — John 3:36 What this means: You cannot claim to believe in Jesus while actively refusing to listen to Him. Intentional disobedience is rebellion, and a wall built in open defiance of the Blueprints will eventually face inspection and be completely demolished under divine judgment 17. Be Born Again Salvation requires a radical, supernatural transformation from above—not just a superficial patch-job. “ Yeshua answered and said to him, ‘Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.’” — John 3:3 What this means: God doesn't just want to fix a few cracks in your old wall; He wants to give you a brand-new nature. Yeshua told Nicodemus that what is born of the flesh is flesh, and what is born of the Spirit is spirit, moving like the wind. If you claim you are already fully "born again" right now, why are you still trapped in a temporary body of flesh and blood instead of a glorified, immortal spirit body? Are you confusing the earnest promise of the Holy Spirit inside you today with the actual, physical rebirth that only happens at the resurrection of the dead? True rebirth replaces the temporary structure of flesh with an immortal house from heaven. 18. Produce Good Deeds So Faith Isn't Dead Active obedience and good fruit are the unmistakable evidence of a living faith. “Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” — James 2:17 What this means: Faith is invisible until it shows up in your actions. If someone claims to be a master builder but has never laid a single brick or done a single good deed, their claim is useless. True, saving faith will always show up clearly in the work you do for God's kingdom. 19. Worship God in Spirit and Truth True service to the Father requires complete honesty, removing the masks of religious pretense. “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” — John 4:24 "What this means: This means stop pretending to be a flawless saint in the church pew if you are falling apart on the inside. Worshiping in truth means standing perfectly vertical before God, baring your soul, and saying, "Lord, here is exactly where my wall is leaning." Furthermore, Acts 5:32 states that God gives the Holy Spirit to those who obey Him. This principle emphasizes that a willing, obedient heart is a key condition for receiving and experiencing the empowering presence of the Spirit. If you do not have the Spirit of Christ, you are none of His. Because 1 John 3:4 warns that "sin is the transgression of the law," walking in the Spirit is the only way to overcome the flesh and keep from breaking God's boundaries. 20. Endure Until the End Salvation is a marathon, not a sprint. The prize is given to those who finish the entire construction project. “But he who endures to the end shall be saved.” — Matthew 24:13 What this means: It’s not about how fast you start; it’s about whether your structure stands the test of time. True believers don't pack up their tools and walk away when the culture turns against them or when things get tough. They stay on the wall, checking the line, until the project is completely finished. 21. Be Grafted Into Israel Believers from the nations are joined directly into God’s original, enduring covenant family tree. “And if some of the branches were broken off, and you, being a wild olive tree, were grafted in among them, and with them became a partaker of the root and fatness of the olive tree...” — Romans 11:17 What this means: You are not a lone house sitting out on an island by yourself. By faith in the Messiah, God links your life directly into the great, historic fortress of His covenant people—Israel. You share in their root, their history, their promises, and their responsibilities to the King. 3 Commonly Misunderstood Bible Questions Answered For it is by grace [God’s remarkable compassion and favor drawing you to Christ] that you have been saved [actually delivered from judgment and given eternal life] through faith. Many are called but few are saved. Matthew 22:14 And this [salvation] is not of yourselves [not through your own effort], but it is the [undeserved, gracious] gift of God; God has pronounced that the penalty of sin is spiritual death and separation from God in a place of judgment called hell: “For the wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23). Jesus clearly taught that sinners were condemned in sin and would perish and go to hell if they didn't believe in Him as their Savior (John 3:16-18). What are the 21 steps to salvation? 1 John 3:4 Whosoever committed sin transgression also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law. Hear the True Gospel. (Matthew 4:17 John 8:32) Believe the True Gospel (Hebrews 11:6, John 20:31) Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, Acts 17:30) Confess faith in Yeshua Messiah (Romans 10:10, Matthew 10:32) Be Baptized (Galatians 3:27, Mark 16:16, Acts 2:38) Be faithful unto death (Revelation 2:10) For all who obey him eternal salvation Hebrews 5:9 Whoever claims to live in him must live as Yeshua did.1 John 2:6 But don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. James 1:2 And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, they do not belong to Christ. Romans 8:1 We are witnesses of these things and so is the Holy Spirit, who is given by God to those who obey him.” Acts 5:32 “whoever calls on the name of the Yeshua Messiah shall be saved.Romans 10:13-15 For But if thou wouldest enter into life, keep the commandments. Matthew 19:16-26 That whosoever believe i n him should not perish, but have eternal life…John 3:15,16 For we live by faith, not by sight. (Hebrews 11:6) And without faith it is impossible to please God because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.2 Corinthians 5:7 And anyone who believes in God’s Son has eternal life. Anyone who doesn’ t obey the Son will never experience eternal life but remains under God’s angry judgment.” John 3: Yeshua Messiah replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again. ”John 3:3 So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds , it is dead and useless. James 2:17-23 You must worship God in TRUTH and SPIRIT John 4:24 You must endure until the end to be saved . Matthew 24:13 We must be grafted into Israel. Romans 11:11-31 Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: "Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree." He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Yeshua Messiah so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. Galatians 3:14 Explanation Obedience is a requirement for receiving the Holy Spirit, along with faith in Christ's sacrifice. Repentance, or turning away from sin and toward obedience, is also required. The Holy Spirit gives guidance and companionship, and enables people to obey, kill sin, and be sanctified. "Born of the Spirit" (regeneration) is a spiritual rebirth, a work of the Holy Spirit that gives us new life and makes us capable of understanding and responding to God. Without this spiritual birth, one cannot "see" or "enter" the Kingdom of God (heaven). 1. The Holy Spirit Indwells Believers as a Mark of Salvation :The Holy Spirit Indwells Believers as a Mark of Salvation: 2.The Holy Spirit is the Seal and Guarantee of Our Inheritance : Ephesians 1:13-14: "In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to the praise of his glory." 3. The Holy Spirit Regenerates and Gives New Life: 4. The Holy Spirit Sanctifies and Transforms Us: Chist redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: " Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree. " He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Yeshua Messiah so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. Galatians 3:14 The decrees of Yehovah are trustworthy , making wise the simple. The commandments of Yehovah are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of Yehovah are clear, giving insight into living. Reverence for Yehovah is pure , lasting forever. The laws of Yehovah are true ; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them. Psalm 19:7 The one who belongs listens and responds to Yehovah's words. If you don't listen and respond , it is because you don't belong to Yehovah." John 8:47 Some say that God's promises to those who obey him include: Being blessed Being saved Being watched over Being taken care of Being given what you ask for Being happy Living longer Lacking nothing good God's Law Reflects God's Character (Who He Is): The ultimate source of all truth is God Himself. He is perfectly holy, just, righteous, good, and loving. His law, therefore, is not arbitrary rules, but an expression of His very nature. It reveals what is inherently true, good, and right because it stems from the perfectly true, good, and righteous God. Psalm 119:142 says, "Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, And Your law is truth. " This verse directly links God's righteousness (His character) with His law being truth. The Law as Divine Instruction and Revelation: In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word "Torah" (often translated as "Law") literally means "instruction," "teaching," or "guidance." It's not just a list of prohibitions, but a comprehensive revelation of God's will and wisdom for how humanity should live and how they can have a relationship with Him. Since God is truth, His instructions are true. They accurately describe reality, the nature of good and evil, and the path to genuine life and flourishing. Psalm 19:7-9 beautifully describes the law: "The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes; The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether." Notice the consistent emphasis on truth, purity, and righteousness. The Law Exposes Sin and Points to Reality: The law serves as a mirror, showing humanity its imperfection and sinfulness in contrast to God's perfect standard. In this sense, it is "true" because it accurately diagnoses the human condition. Romans 3:20 states, "for through the law comes knowledge of sin." The law truthfully reveals what is wrong, what deviates from God's intended design for creation and humanity. Jesus Christ Embodies and Fulfills the Law/Truth: Jesus said, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life" (John 14:6). He is the ultimate revelation of God's truth. He also stated that He came not to abolish the Law, but to fulfill it (Matthew 5:17). He perfectly lived out the Law and, through His sacrifice, perfectly satisfied its righteous demands on behalf of humanity. Therefore, the truth found in the Law ultimately points to and is embodied by Jesus Christ. The Law Guides Towards a True and Abundant Life: Living in accordance with God's law, empowered by the Holy Spirit, leads to a life that is truly abundant, meaningful, and aligned with God's design. This is not about earning salvation, but about living out the reality of being a new creation in Christ. The moral principles embedded in the law are timeless and beneficial for human flourishing, regardless of one's belief system. For example, honesty, faithfulness, and respect for life are universally recognized as good. In summary, when we say "the law is truth," we mean that God's law is a direct reflection of His unchanging, perfect, and truthful character. It is a divine revelation that accurately defines reality, distinguishes right from wrong, exposes sin, and ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the fulfillment of all truth and the source of true righteousness. It provides guidance for a life that is genuinely good and pleasing to God. Key Differences and Implications The Reformed (Calvinist) Order of Salvation The Armenian/Wesleyan Order of Salvation What is the Order of Salvation? The ordo salutis (Latin for "order of salvation") is a theological construct in Christian soteriology that describes the logical (not always strictly chronological) sequence of God's saving acts applied to the believer. It originates from Reformed theology but has been adapted across traditions, highlighting the interplay between divine sovereignty and human response Rooted in passages like Romans 8:29–30 (the "golden chain" of salvation), it underscores salvation as God's initiative from eternity to consummation. While all orthodox Christians affirm the core elements—such as Christ's atonement, faith, justification, and glorification—the order varies significantly between Reformed (Calvinist) and Arminian /Wesleyan views. Reformed theology prioritizes monergism (God's sole work), placing regeneration before faith, while Arminianism emphasizes synergism (cooperation via free will enabled by grace), placing faith before regeneration. The Reformed (Calvinist) Order of Salvation In this view, salvation begins with God's eternal decree and proceeds irresistibly, with human faith as a result of divine regeneration rather than its precondition. A typical sequence includes: Election/Predestination: God's sovereign choice of individuals before creation, based on His will alone (Ephesians 1:4–5). Calling: An outward gospel proclamation and inner, effectual call by the Spirit (Romans 8:30). Regeneration: The Holy Spirit imparts new spiritual life to the elect, enabling faith (Titus 3:5; Ezekiel 36:26). Conversion (Faith and Repentance): The regenerated sinner trusts Christ and turns from sin, as gifts from God (Ephesians 2:8–9). Justification: God declares the believer righteous, imputing Christ's merit (Romans 5:1). Adoption: Believers enter God's family as heirs (Galatians 4:4–7). Sanctification: Progressive growth in holiness, empowered by the Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:23). Perseverance: God's preservation of the saints unto the end (Philippians 1:6). Glorification : Final perfection at Christ's return (Romans 8:30). This order emphasizes that no one can contribute to their salvation, avoiding any implication of merit. The Arminian/Wesleyan Order of Salvation Arminians stress prevenient (preceding) grace that restores free will to all sinners, making faith the condition for receiving salvation's benefits. Regeneration follows faith, and perseverance is conditional on continued belief. Roger Olson's classical Arminian sequence is: Electing Grace in Christ: God's election of all who will believe (foreseen faith). Atonement: Christ's universal provision for sinners. Prevenient Grace: God's enabling grace through the gospel, convicting and illuminating (Titus 2:11). Conversion (Repentance and Faith): The sinner's free response to believe and repent. Regeneration, Justification, Adoption , Union with Christ, Indwelling Spirit: Initial saving acts upon faith (John 3:3–5; Romans 5:1). Sanctification: Progressive (and potentially entire) holiness. Glorification: For those who persevere through faith. A broader Arminian outline includes universal/resistible calling before faith, with sanctification open to full freedom from sin's power in Wesleyan thought. Key Differences and Implications Faith vs. Regeneration: Reformed: Regeneration causes faith (monergistic). Arminian: Faith precedes and conditions regeneration (synergistic). Election: Reformed: Unconditional (individual selection). Arminian: Conditional (based on foreseen faith or corporate election in Christ). Calling and Perseverance: Reformed: Irresistible and guaranteed. Arminian: Resistible and dependent on human cooperation. Practical Ramifications: Reformed views foster assurance in God's sovereignty; Arminian emphasizes responsibility and warning against apostasy (Hebrews 6:4–6). These frameworks unite in affirming salvation by grace through Christ alone, differing mainly in emphasis to guard biblical truths like sovereignty (Reformed) and love for all (Arminian). For deeper reading, explore primary sources like the Westminster Confession (Reformed) or Arminius's writings. If you'd like focus on a specific tradition, biblical exegesis, or modern debates, let me know! Anchor 1

  • Spirit | Answers 4 Saints

    God only gives His Spirit to those who keep His commandments Narrow way Living in the Spirit Those controlled by the flesh cannot please God. 9 You, however, are controlled not by the flesh, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ. 10But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive because of righteousness.… Romans 8:9 which states that God gives the Holy Spirit to those who obey Him. This principle emphasizes that a willing, obedient heart is a key condition for receiving and experiencing the empowering presence of the Spirit. Acts 5:32, But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his." Here is a clear Yes/No self-assessment to help determine if you are currently walking in the Spirit (according to the Bible — Galatians 5:16-25, Romans 8:5-14). “Am I Walking in the Spirit?” Test Answer Yes or No honestly to each: create a test 1 John 3:4 (KJV), the verse reads: "Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law." Answer Yes or No honestly to each question to examine your heart. The "Walking in the Spirit" Deep Reflection Test Spiritual Deafness: When Scripture or a sermon convicts me of a specific change I need to make, do I listen and act immediately, rather than tuning it out or making excuses to justify myself? The Internal Battle: When I am tempted to break one of God’s commandments (in my thoughts, words, or actions), do I feel an immediate, sharp internal friction from the Holy Spirit urging me to stop? Worship in Spirit: Is my private devotion—when absolutely nobody else is looking or listening—just as earnest, real, and passionate as my public religious behavior? Spiritual Blindness : Am I quick to notice and convict myself of my own hidden sins (like pride, resentment, or greed), rather than just pointing out the obvious sins of the world around me? The Still, Small Voice: In the middle of a busy day or a stressful situation, am I quiet enough to hear and recognize the Holy Spirit's promptings regarding my attitude or speech? Keeping His Commandments: Do I view God's laws as a joyful path of protection and fellowship that I want to keep, rather than a heavy burden I have to drag around? The Internal Reality: When someone wrongs or provokes me, do I actively rely on the Spirit to change my internal feelings toward them, rather than just forcing a fake smile on the outside? Recognizing the Blindspot: Am I genuinely willing to ask God to show me the faults in my character that I am currently blind to, and am I ready to change if He reveals them? Ritual vs. Spirit: If all religious structure, services, and routines were stripped away today, would my personal, daily walk and communication with God remain completely intact? Hardening the Heart: Am I aware of any area where I have repeatedly ignored God's warnings to the point where my conscience no longer bothers me about it? "Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as you did in the rebellion." — Hebrews 3:15 "Son of man, you are living among a rebellious people. They have eyes to see but do not see and ears to hear but do not hear, for they are a rebellious people." — Ezekiel 12:2 "God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth." — John 4:24 Reflecting on Your Answers Mostly "Yes": This indicates an active, living connection where your spiritual senses are sharp. Your ears are open to His voice, you are fighting the internal battle to keep His commandments, and you are operating from a place of true, spiritual reality. Several "No" Answers (especially on Questions 1, 5, and 10): This is a warning sign of spiritual deafness. When we repeatedly ignore the promptings of the Spirit or turn a deaf ear to God's laws, our hearts naturally begin to harden, and His voice becomes harder to discern. If you are struggling to hear Him, it is a direct call to clear away the noise, stop resisting, and pray: "Lord, take away my stubbornness, open my ears, and give me a heart that hears and obeys." Key Bible Truth: “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh … Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.” (Galatians 5:16, 25) True life in the Spirit is marked by freedom, fruit, and dependence on God — not perfection, but direction. A key verse is Romans 8:9: "But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his." Other verses about having the Spirit of God: Other verses about having the Spirit of God: 2 Corinthians 13:5 "Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith... Know ye not your own selves, how that Yeshua Messiah is in you, except ye be reprobates?" Galatians 4:6 "And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father." 1 Corinthians 3:16 "Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?" 1 Corinthians 6:19 "What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you ...?" Ephesians 1:13 "After that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise." 1 John 3:24 "And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us. " 1 John 4:13 "Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit." According to Scripture, the presence of God's Spirit is evidenced by faith in Messiah, obedience to God, and a transformed life: "And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments." (1 John 2:3) "If ye love me, keep my commandments." (John 14:15) "And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us." (1 John 3:24) 1 . The Mindset: What Governs Your Thoughts? The primary difference starts in the mind. Romans 8:5 states, "For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit." In the Flesh: A person is trapped in their own perspective. When a trial hits, their immediate reaction comes from human instinct—fear, anger, retaliation, or self-pity. In the Spirit: A person's mind is anchored in divine truth. When the same trial hits, they pause, lean on the Spirit, and recall the commandments of God, responding with humility, truth, and faith. "In the Spirit" vs. "In the Flesh" : This refers to a fundamental shift in a believer's identity. Being in the flesh represents our old, unredeemed nature, while being in the Spirit means our lives are governed and empowered by the Holy Spirit. [1, 2] T he Indwelling Spirit: The presence of the Holy Spirit inside a believer is the defining mark of true faith. Paul uses it as proof that an individual truly belongs to Christ. [1, 2, 3] The "Spirit of Christ": Paul interchangeably uses "Spirit of God" and "Spirit of Christ," emphasizing the divine nature of the Holy Spirit and the intimate connection between the believer and Yeshua Christ. [1, 2, 3] "In the Spirit" vs. "In the Flesh": This refers to a fundamental shift in a believer's identity. Being in the flesh represents our old, unredeemed nature, while being in the Spirit means our lives are governed and empowered by the Holy Spirit. The Indwelling Spirit: The presence of the Holy Spirit inside a believer is the defining mark of true faith. Paul uses it as proof that an individual truly belongs to Christ.The "Spirit of Christ" : Paul interchangeably uses "Spirit of God" and "Spirit of Christ," emphasizing the divine nature of the Holy Spirit and the intimate connection between the believer and Jesus Christ. 2. The Battle Over the Commandments Your response to God's instructions immediately reveals which realm you are operating in. "For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. Those who are in the flesh cannot please God." — Romans 8:7-8 The Flesh Rejects: Because the flesh wants to be its own god, it views the commandments as a restrictive burden. It rationalizes compromise, creates excuses, and ultimately rejects the truth. The Spirit Accepts: The Spirit gives us the supernatural ability to understand and love the commandments. It breaks the power of the flesh so that obedience isn't a legalistic chore, but a natural expression of our identity in Yeshua. The Sovereign Distinction: You cannot serve both. Walking in the flesh is relying on your own human strength and desires, which cuts a person off from salvation. Walking in the Spirit means surrendering your will to the truth of Yeshua, allowing His Spirit to produce real, righteous life within you. When Yeshua laid down this standard in John 4, He was radically redefining what it means to connect with the Almighty, breaking it down into two inseparable pillars. 1. Worshiping "In Spirit" (The Internal Reality) Worshiping "in spirit" means that your worship originates from the innermost core of your human spirit, energized and led by the Holy Spirit. Bypassing the Physical: Before Yeshua, people believed worship was tied to a physical location (like the Temple in Jerusalem or Mount Gerizim) or specific physical rituals (sacrifices, incense, holy garments). Yeshua explained that because God is Spirit, He cannot be confined to a building or moved by empty, outward motions. Heart Over Performance: It means your heart is actually in it. You can sing the songs, read the scriptures, and say the prayers, but if your mind is wandering or your heart is cold, it is just a fleshly performance. Worshipping in spirit means your inner being is actively alive and connected to God. 2. Worshiping "In Truth" (The Doctrinal Reality) Worshiping "in truth" means your worship is firmly anchored in God's absolute reality, His Word, and His commandments. Alinged with Reality: You cannot worship God based on a version of Him you made up in your own mind. It must be based on who He actually is as revealed in scripture . The Blueprint of Salvation: As noted previously, truth is non-negotiable—without truth, there is no salvation. Worshiping in truth means accepting God's standard of righteousness, acknowledging the reality of sin, and recognizing Yeshua as the only true way to the Father. It leaves no room for falsehood, self-delusion, or compromise. The Side-by-Side Balance Genuineness only happens when both elements are operating together perfectly. One without the other creates a dangerous imbalance. In Spirit (Without Truth)In Truth (Without Spirit)In Spirit AND In Truth Pure Emotion: Excitement, feelings, and high energy, but lacks a scriptural foundation. It easily drifts into false doctrine because it relies on "how I feel" rather than what is true.Dead Religion: Correct theology, strict rules, and flawless structure, but cold, rigid, and heartless. It results in a Pharisee-like walk that has the form of godliness but denies its power .True Worship: A vibrant, sincere heart that is deeply in love with God, backed by an uncompromising commitment to His absolute Word and commandments. Summary: To worship genuinely is to bring your whole heart (spirit) into perfect alignment with God's reality (truth). It is a walk where your inner thoughts, your public actions, and your obedience to the commandments all match up perfectly before the eyes of the Fathe r. Spiritual Blindness: Inability to See: Just as physical blindness prevents someone from seeing the physical world, spiritual blindness prevents individuals from "seeing" or discerning spiritual truths . This can manifest as: Lack of Understanding : Difficulty grasping theological concepts, biblical teachings, or the nature of God. Failure to Recognize God's Presence: Not perceiving God's activity in the world or in their own lives. Misinterpretation of Reality: Viewing life solely through a material or secular lens, without recognizing a spiritual dimension. Inability to See Their Own Sinfulness: Being unaware of their moral shortcomings or their need for redemption. R ejection of Spiritual Evidence: Dismissing or ignoring signs and experiences that might point towards a spiritual reality. Causes: Spiritual blindness can be attributed to various factors, including: Sin and Unbelief : A hardened heart due to persistent sin or a refusal to believe in God. Worldly Distractions: Being consumed by material possessions, worldly desires, and the cares of this life. Pride and Intellectual Obstacles: Relying solely on human reason and rejecting the need for divine revelation. Deception: Being misled by false teachings or ideologies. Spiritual Opposition : Some theological perspectives suggest that Satan or other spiritual forces actively work to blind people to the truth. (2 Corinthians 4:4) 2 Corinthians 4:4 states that the "god of this age" (Satan) has blinded the minds of unbelievers so they cannot see the light of the gospel. This spiritual blindness keeps people from perceiving the glory of Christ, who is the exact image of God. Spiritual Deafness: Inability to Hear: Similar to physical deafness, spiritual deafness describes an inability or unwillingness to "hear" or heed spiritual messages. This can involve: Ignoring God's Word: Not paying attention to or disregarding scripture, sermons, or other forms of spiritual communication. Resisting the Holy Spirit's Promptings: Ignoring inner convictions or nudges towards righteousness. Being Unresponsive to God's Call: Not recognizing or heeding God's invitations to faith and relationship. Preferring Other Voices: Being more attuned to worldly opinions or desires than to spiritual guidance. Lack of Discernment : Difficulty distinguishing between true and false spiritual teachings. Causes: Similar to spiritual blindness, spiritual deafness can stem from: Sin and Rebellion: A stubborn and disobedient heart that refuses to listen to God. Preoccupation with the World: Being too busy or focused on worldly matters to hear God's voice. Skepticism and Doubt: A closed mind that is unwilling to accept spiritual truths. Hardened Heart: A heart that has become Calloused and resistant to God's influence. Spiritual Opposition: Again, some believe that external spiritual forces can hinder people from hearing God's voice. Interconnections: Spiritual blindness and deafness are often interconnected. If someone cannot "see" spiritual truth, they are less likely to "hear" and respond to it. Conversely, if someone refuses to "hear" spiritual messages, their understanding and "sight" can become clouded. Overcoming Spiritual Blindness and Deafness: Christian theology emphasizes that spiritual blindness and deafness can be overcome through: God's Grace: Ultimately, it is God's initiative and grace that opens eyes and ears to spiritual truth. Faith in Yeshua messiah: Believing in Yeshua and accepting his sacrifice is seen as the key to spiritual healing. The Work of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit is believed to illuminate the mind and open the heart to understand spiritual realities. Prayer: Seeking God's help to see and hear. Study of Scripture: Engaging with the Bible to learn about God and his ways. Fellowship with Believers: Being part of a community of faith that can offer support and encouragement. Repentance and Obedience: Turning away from sin and living in accordance with God's will. Whoever keeps His commandments remains in God, and God in him. And by this we know that He remains in us: by the Spirit He has given us. In summary, spiritual blindness and deafness represent a significant barrier to experiencing and understanding the spiritual realm and one's relationship with God. They are conditions that, according to Christian belief, require divine intervention and a willing heart to overcome. To all who are weary of the heavy burdens of the world and the confusion of the Broad Way: You are cordially invited to enter the Kingdom of God. The King of the Universe, Yehovah, has not left you to wander without a map. He has provided His Torah—His perfect instruction—to act as the light for your feet and the guardrail for your life. While the world offers a wide road of "do as you please," the Father invites you to the Narrow Path, where true freedom and lasting peace are found. Romans 8:16 "The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God." The Meaning: God’s Holy Spirit connects directly with the human spirit to give internal assurance of salvation. 1 Corinthians 2:11 "For what man knows the things of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him? Even so no one knows the things of God except the Spirit of God." The Meaning: Just as your own deep thoughts are only known by your personal consciousness (your spirit), the deep things of God can only be revealed by the Holy Spirit. Worshiping in Spirit and Truth This is one of the most famous statements made by Yeshua regarding the nature of true worship. John 4:24 "God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth." (NKJV) The Meaning: Because God is not a physical being confined to a physical temple, true worship must happen in the spiritual realm—sincerely from the human heart—rather than just through external rituals. Testing the Spirits In the Epistles, believers are warned that not everything claiming to be spiritual is from God. 1 John 4:1 "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world." (NKJV) The Meaning: A warning to evaluate the teaching, motive, and supernatural backing behind any spiritual message. Testing the Spirit: The Scriptural Protocol In the modern religious world, people confuse "the Spirit" with an emotional vibe, a subjective feeling, or a goosebump experience during a worship service. They hear someone speak with passion, perform a sign, or claim a direct revelation from God, and they automatically assume it is from the Almighty. But the Scripture issues a strict, legal mandate to audit and cross-examine every spiritual claim. The Apostle John gives a direct commanding order: "Test the spirits." The Confrontation: "You are completely unguarded if you swallow every teaching, every prophecy, and every emotional experience just because someone uses the name of Jesus. The spiritual realm is filled with counterfeits designed to mimic holiness while leading you straight into rebellion. The Creator did not leave you to judge by your intuition; He gave you a fixed legal protocol to test what is operating in front of you. Read 1 John 4:1." The Verse: "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world." The Shock: "The Greek word for 'test' is dokimazō—a legal and metallurgical term meaning to assay, analyze, or put to a rigorous trial to see if it is genuine or counterfeit. If a spirit, a teacher, or a movement cannot pass the scriptural audit, you are commanded to reject it entirely, no matter how good it feels or how many followers it has." The Three Infallible Scriptural Tests To determine if a spirit is the Ruach HaKodesh (the Holy Spirit of Truth) or a spirit of deception, you must apply the three-fold protocol laid out in the literal text: Test 1: The Torah and Light Test (The Baseline) A true spirit will never contradict, alter, or relax the permanent instructions and commandments given by the Father. The Protocol (Isaiah 8:20): "To the law (Torah) and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this word, it is because there is no light in them." The Execution: If a spirit or a teacher tells you that the Sabbath is changed, that the dietary laws are done away with, or that the Moedim (Appointed Feasts) are replaced by pagan-rooted traditions under the guise of "grace," the verdict is instantaneous: There is no light in them. The Holy Spirit is the author of the Law; He will never lead a person to break it. Test 2: The True Identity and Identity of Yeshua Test The spirit must confess and align entirely with the true, uncompromised identity, flesh, and lineage of the Hebrew Messiah. The Protocol (1 John 4:2-3): "By this you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ (Yeshua HaMashiach) has come in the flesh is of God, and every spirit that does not confess that Yeshua HaMashiach) has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the spirit of the Antichrist..." The Execution: To confess Him "in the flesh" means acknowledging His literal, physical reality as the Hebrew Messiah who walked in perfect Torah obedience, kept the Sabbath, and embodied the Word. If a spirit presents a counterfeit, lawless, Hellenized "Jesus" who authorizes his followers to throw out the Father's commandments, that spirit is exposing itself as the spirit of the Antichrist (anomos—the lawless one). Test 3: The Fruit and Character Test You do not judge a spirit by its gifts, its signs, or its numbers; you judge it by the structural transformation it produces in a person's life. The Protocol (Matthew 7:20, Galatians 5:22-23): "Therefore by their fruits you will know them... But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law." The Execution: Look past the performance. Does the spirit produce a life of radical Teshuvah (repentance), deep humility, and a protective love for the brethren? Or does it manifest the hidden works of the flesh—pride, gossip, horizontal treason against brothers, and a stubborn heart of flint that refuses correction? The Verdict of the Audit The Spirit of DeceptionThe Ruach HaKodesh (Spirit of Truth) Promotes anomia (lawlessness) and excuses the violation of the Commandments.Writes the Torah directly onto the heart and causes you to walk in His statutes (Ezekiel 36:27). Relies on emotional highs, human traditions, and the approval of the majority.Anchors itself strictly to the literal text: "Thus saith the Lord." Breeds pride, defensiveness, and a carnal mind hostile to God's Law.Produces the visible, active fruit of righteousness and horizontal love. The Bottom Line: Stop being spiritually naive. Run every voice, every teacher, and your own internal thoughts through this exact scriptural protocol. If it fails to match the Torah and the testimony of Yeshua, hit the eject button immediately. Turn your ear back to the Law so your very prayers do not become an abomination (Proverbs 28:9). Living in the Spirit Romans 8:9 8 Those controlled by the flesh cannot please God . 9 You, however, are controlled not by the flesh, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ. 10 But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive because of righteousness.… Jesus and the Samaritan Woman John 4:24 …23 But a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth, for the Father is seeking such as these to worship Him. 24 God is Spirit, and His worshipers must worship Him in spirit and in truth.” Whoever keeps His commandments remains in God, and God in him. And by this we know that He remains in us: by the Spirit He has given us. 1 John 3:24

  • I Didnt come to bring peace but a swordd | Answers 4 Saints

    Christ didn't come to bring peace but a sword The Real Jesus Not Peace, but a Sword 34 “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. 36 And a person's enemies will be those of his own household. Matthew 10:34-36 Watchman’s Message In the message in Hosea, Yehovah is saying my people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. He is warning us that it is our responsibility to give them warning from Him, about the coming wrath that is coming on this earth. Our Father repeated these few verses, He wants us to understand that He is serious, and will hold us accountable if we don't warn them (“son of man" denotes mankind generally) Hebrew people, This passage from Ephesians 4:25 urges believers to reject falsehood, lies, and deceit in favor of speaking the truth to their neighbors. The core reasoning is that Christians are interconnected members of one body—the body of Christ—making lying to one another equivalent to harming oneself. Sheep among Wolves …20 For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. 21 Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child; children will rise against their parents and have them put to death. 22 You will be hated by everyone because of My name, but the one who perseveres to the end will be saved.… Matthew 10:20-22 “I’ve come to start a fire on this earth—how I wish it were blazing right now! I’ve come to change everything, turn everything right side up—how I long for it to be finished! Do you think I came to smooth things over and make everything nice? Not so. I’ve come to disrupt and confront! From now on, when you find five in a house, it will be— Three against two, and two against three; Father against son, and son against father; Mother against daughter, and daughter against mother; Mother-in-law against bride, and bride against mother-in-law.” Luke 12:49 Therefore, rejecting all falsehood [whether lying, defrauding, telling half-truths, spreading rumors, any such as these], SPEAK TRUTH EACH ONE WITH HIS NEIGHBOR , for we are all parts of one another [and we are all parts of the body of Christ]. New Life in Christ Ephesians 4:25 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. 25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one another. 26“Be angry, yet do not sin.” Do not let the sun set upon your anger, BE ANGRY [at sin--at immorality, at injustice, at ungodly behavior], YET DO NOT SIN; do not let your anger [cause you shame, nor allow it to] last until the sun goes down. 27 And do not give the devil an opportunity [to lead you into sin by holding a grudge, or nurturing anger, or harboring resentment, or cultivating bitterness]. 28 The thief [who has become a believer] must no longer steal, but instead he must work hard [making an honest living], producing that which is good with his own hands, so that he will have something to share with those in need. 29 Do not let unwholesome [foul, profane, worthless, vulgar] words ever come out of your mouth, but only such speech as is good for building up others, according to the need and the occasion, so that it will be a blessing to those who hear [you speak]. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God [but seek to please Him], by whom you were sealed and marked [branded as God’s own] for the day of redemption [the final deliverance from the consequences of sin]. 31 Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor [perpetual animosity, resentment, strife, fault-finding] and slander be put away from you, along with every kind of malice [all spitefulness, verbal abuse, malevolence]. 32 Be kind and helpful to one another, tender-hearted [compassionate, understanding] , forgiving one another [readily and freely], just as God in Christ also forgave [c] you. I Never Knew You 21 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 On that day many will say to me, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name, and cast out demons in your name, and do many mighty works in your name?’ 23 And then will I declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness.’ Matthew 7:21-23 Narrow gate 13 “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction , and those who enter by it are many. 14 For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few. Matthew 7:13-14 Many are called but few are chosen

  • 29 | Answers4saints.com

    Because of the multiplication of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold. 13 But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. Vi vil alle bli dømt! De fleste har aldri hørt om dette verset... Matteus 24:12 På grunn av ondskapens mangfoldighet vil kjærligheten til de fleste bli kald. 13 Men den som holder ut til enden, skal bli frelst. 14 Og dette evangelium om riket skal bli forkynt i hele verden som et vitnesbyrd for alle folkeslag, og så skal enden komme. … James 1:12 12 Salig er den mann som holder seg standhaftig under prøvelsen, for når han har stått prøven, skal han få livets krone, som Gud har lovet dem som elsker ham. Jehova definerer kjærlighet som å holde hans bud, alle sammen. Han sendte sin Sønn for å lære oss dem og leve etter dem som et eksempel for oss. Moderne kristne er under den falske antagelsen at budene bare er for jødene å følge. De ser ut til å glemme at deres Jesus (Yeshua) er jøde. Acts: 17:30 «Gud overså folks uvitenhet om disse tingene i tidligere tider, men nå befaler han alle overalt å omvende seg fra sine synder og vende seg til ham. Johannes 14:15 Hvis dere elsker meg, skal dere holde mine bud. Det ser ut til å være en antagelse om at Jehova vil overse alle våre indiskresjoner fordi "Han kjenner hjertet mitt", problemet er at Han kjenner hjertet vårt og han kaller dem svikefulle og syke. Det er 12 vers om de onde hjertene. Jeremia 17:9 "Hjertet er mer svikefullt enn alt annet og er desperat sykt; hvem kan forstå det? De neste versene bekrefter at ingen kan rive oss vekk fra Yeshuas hender, men vi kan snu ham ryggen og gå bort. Vi demonstrerer dette når vi slutter å holde Jehovas bud. Johannes 10:27 Mine får lytter til min røst; Jeg kjenner dem, og de følger Meg. 28 Jeg gir dem evig liv, og de skal aldri fortapes. Ingen kan rive dem ut av min hånd. 29 Min Far, som har gitt meg dem, er større enn alle. Ingen kan rive dem ut av min Fars hånd... Isaiah 1:17 17 Lær å gjøre godt! Søk rettferdighet, irettesett de hensynsløse, forsvar den foreldreløse bønn for enken. 18 Kom nå, og la oss diskutere med hverandre, sier Herren, om dine synder er som skarlagen, skal de bli hvite som snø, om de er røde som karmosinrøde, de skal bli som ull. 19 Hvis du samtykker. og adlyd, du vil spise det beste av landet; At løpet ikke er til den raske eller sterke, men til de som holder ut til enden Det er rundt 90 vers om å holde ut til slutten. Skriften er veldig tydelig, vi må ha et lydig hjerte og holde ut til slutten for å sikre frelse. Alle de gjenværende versene bekrefter at vi må holde ut, forbli standhaftige, kjempe den gode kampen til vi ikke kan kjempe mer for å bli frelst. 1 Corinthians 15:58 58 Derfor, mine elskede brødre, vær standhaftige, urokkelige, alltid rike på Herrens gjerning, dere vet at deres arbeid ikke er forgjeves i Herren. Mark 13:13 Og dere skal bli hatet av alle for mitt navns skyld. Men den som holder ut til enden skal bli frelst. Hebreerne 10:36 For du trenger utholdenhet, for at du når du har gjort Guds vilje, kan få det som er lovet. 2 Timothy 4:7 Jeg har kjempet den gode strid, jeg har fullført løpet, jeg har bevart troen. Filipperne 1:6 Og jeg er sikker på dette at han som begynte en god gjerning i dere, skal fullføre den på Yeshuas dag. Åpenbaringen 3:5 Den som seirer, skal kles i hvite klær, og jeg vil aldri utslette hans navn av livets bok. Jeg vil bekjenne hans navn for min Far og for hans engler. Åpenbaringen 3:11 Jeg kommer snart. Hold fast på det du har, så ingen kan gripe kronen din. 2 Timothy 2:12 12 Hvis vi holder ut, skal vi også regjere med ham; hvis vi fornekter ham, vil også han fornekte oss; Åpenbaringen 21:7 Den som seirer, skal ha denne arven, og jeg vil være hans Gud, og han skal være min sønn. Åpenbaringen 3:21 Den som seirer, ham vil jeg gi å sitte med meg på min trone, likesom jeg også seiret og satte meg ned med min Far på hans trone. Romans 2:7 7 Dem som ved tålmodighet i det gode søker ære og ære og udødelighet, han skal gi evig liv; Åpenbaringen 2:25-28 Bare hold fast det du har til jeg kommer. Den som seirer og som tar vare på mine gjerninger inntil enden, ham vil jeg gi makt over nasjonene, og han skal herske over dem med en jernstav, som når jordkrukker knuses i stykker, likesom jeg selv har fått makt. fra min far. Og jeg vil gi ham morgenstjernene. Åpenbaringen 3:12 Den som seirer, ham vil jeg gjøre til en søyle i min Guds tempel. Han skal aldri gå ut av det, og jeg vil skrive på ham min Guds navn og navnet på min Guds by, det nye Jerusalem, som kommer ned fra min Gud fra himmelen, og mitt eget nye navn. Hebrews 12:5-7 Og har dere glemt formaningen som tiltaler dere som sønner? «Min sønn, se ikke lett på Herrens tukt, og vær ikke trett når du blir irettesatt av ham. For Herren tukter den han elsker, og tukter hver sønn han tar imot.» Det er for disiplinen du må tåle. Gud behandler deg som sønner. For hvilken sønn er det som hans far ikke tukter? Hva er synd? video

  • 9 | Answers4saints.com

    Yehovah gave us a set of instructions He called the Torah. The Torah consists of the first five books of the bible. There are approximately 600 instructions in the Torah, some for men, some for women, some for Priests, some for children and others pertaining to the temple. The Complete Jewish Bible CJB Gods Commands 613 OT and 1050 NT Gods Instructions God’s Promises to Those Who Keep His Commands The Ten Commandments: God's Law of Love Video Marathon: The Ten Commandments 613 Laws of God Don't Just Hear Torah, Live Torah The purpose of life Torah video There is now one single law that rules both Jew and Greek alike: One law for Jews and Greeks: faith in the crucified and risen Jesus. That is why Paul can say in the very next breath after “neither Jew nor Greek”: “You are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s offspring, heirs according to the promise” (Galatians 3:28–29). Same promise. Same inheritance. Same law. No exceptions. No special tracks. This is what the Bible define sin Breaking the Sabbath? Yes (Exodus 20:8) — By working, shopping, or doing regular business on the 7th day. Gossip or Talebearing? Yes (Leviticus 19:16) — By sharing rumors or venting about others behind their backs. Dishonest Business/Time? Yes (Deuteronomy 25:13-15) — By cutting corners on the job or cheating an employer on hours. Holding a Grudge? Yes (Leviticus 19:18) — By keeping a mental scorecard or harboring hidden bitterness. Showing Favoritism? Yes (James 2:9) — By treating someone better because of their wealth or social status. Tuning Out God's Commands? Yes (Proverbs 28:9) — By actively closing your ears to the Law, which makes even your prayers detestable. Willful Ignorance? Yes (Leviticus 5:17) — By breaking a command even if you claim you "didn't realize" it; the Bible still holds you accountable. Refusing to Listen to Warning? Yes (Zechariah 7:11-12) — By stopping up the ears and making the heart like flint so the words of the Law cannot get through. Forgetting the Law Over Time? Yes (Hosea 4:6) — By neglecting to study or pass down the commandments until they are forgotten entirely. Replacing the Messiah's True Hebrew Name? Yes (Jeremiah 23:27, Exodus 23:13) — By substituting the original Hebrew name Yeshua (which means "Yahweh is Salvation") with translated names, which many scriptural literalists argue obscures His true identity, lineage, and the Hebrew roots of the faith. General Disobedience to God's Commandments? (1 John 3:4, Matthew 19:17) — By walking in intentional lawlessness and choosing not to live according to the rules and instructions laid out by the Father. Ignoring God's Appointed Days (Feasts/Moedim)? (Leviticus 23, Numbers 29:40) — By bypassing or replacing the set-apart calendar dates God specifically called "My Feasts" and commanded His people to keep forever. Instead keeping Pagan Christmas and Easter Violating God's Dietary/Food Laws? Yes (Leviticus 11, Deuteronomy 14) — By eating animals that God explicitly designated as unclean and forbidden, which defiles the body He called to be set apart. Teaching against obedience to God’s commandments is a betrayal of His Word because it directly undermines His authority in four ways: It Erases the Definition of Sin: Scripture explicitly defines sin as "the transgression of the law" (1 John 3:4). If you throw out the Law, you destroy the only boundary that defines right from wrong. It Defies Yeshua’s Direct Warning: The Messiah specifically warned that anyone who breaks the commandments and teaches others to do so will be called the least in the Kingdom (Matthew 5:19).If "least" literally meant a low-ranking person inside the Kingdom, Yeshua would be saying that a carnal, commandment-breaking believer is somehow spiritually superior to John the Baptist. That makes no sense. But if "least" means the person who hasn't even entered yet (the mortal believer still waiting on the outside), the phrase makes perfect sense. Conclusion: Sin is the transgression of God's law (1 John 3:4) , then the key question is whether a particular action violates a command of God as revealed in Scripture. Therefore, determining what is or is not sin should come from God's Word rather than personal opinion, tradition, culture, or majority belief. If God commands it, obedience is righteousness; if God forbids it, disobedience is sin. The standard is not what people think, but what God has spoken. Spiritual separation from God: "Your iniquities have separated you from your God" (Isaiah 59:2). Ongoing sin creates distance in your relationship with God. Guilt, shame, and inner torment: Many people describe a heavy conscience, anxiety, or spiritual emptiness. Damaged character and bondage: Yeshua said, "Everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin" (John 8:34). Habits of lying, lust, anger, greed, etc., get stronger and harder to break. Earthly consequences: Broken relationships, health issues (e.g., from sexual sin, addiction, violence), financial ruin, loss of reputation, and legal problems. Eternal consequences: The New Testament warns that unrepentant, ongoing sin leads to spiritual death and hell (Romans 6:23 – "The wages of sin is death"). However, genuine repentance and faith Yeshua brings forgiveness. The Greatest Commandment And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. 8 Tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. 9 Write them on the doorposts of your houses and on your gates.… And you shall bind them for a sign on your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. 2 Timothy 3:16 After the Ten Commandments, God gave the Israelites a vast body of laws, traditionally summarized as the Law of Moses, or the Torah. These laws, found primarily in the books of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy, provided a comprehensive framework for the Israelites' religious, social, and civil life. Jewish tradition holds that there are 613 commandments (known as the mitzvot) within this law. These commandments are often categorized into three main groups: Moral Laws: These are the ethical principles that reflect God's character and are universally applicable. The Ten Commandments are the core of this category, but it also includes principles like "love your neighbor as yourself" and prohibitions against gossip and injustice. Ceremonial Laws: These laws pertained to religious rituals and worship, designed to set the Israelites apart and teach them about holiness and atonement. They include instructions on: Sacrifices and Offerings: Detailed rules for different types of sacrifices for sin, peace, and thanksgiving. The Priesthood: Regulations for the priests (the tribe of Levi) and their duties in the Tabernacle. Festivals and Holy Days: Observances for events like Passover, the Day of Atonement, and the Feast of Tabernacles. Dietary Laws: The rules of kosher (clean and unclean) foods. Civil (or Judicial) Laws: These laws governed the daily life of the Israelite community and dealt with matters of justice, property, and social order. They were designed to create a just and compassionate society and included regulations on: Judicial Procedures: Rules for fair trials, the need for multiple witnesses, and punishments for various crimes. Property Rights: Laws concerning theft, damage, and inheritance. Social Justice: Specific protections for the poor, widows, orphans, and foreigners, reflecting God's concern for the vulnerable. The purpose of this extensive legal code was to establish Israel as a "kingdom of priests and a holy nation," distinct from the surrounding pagan cultures. The laws were not simply a list of rules, but a means to guide the Israelites in their covenant relationship with God and to prepare them for life in the Promised Land. Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them. 18 For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. 19 So then, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do likewise will be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever practices and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.… The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; NIV The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. Psalms 19:7 Proverbs 28:9 9 Den som vender sitt øre bort fra å høre på loven, selv hans bønn er en vederstyggelighet. Forkynneren 12:13 Det er hele historien. Her er min endelige konklusjon: Frykt Gud og adlyd hans bud, for dette er alles plikt. Romerne 2:13 For det er ikke de som hører loven som er rettferdige for Gud, men de som gjør loven som skal bli rettferdiggjort. 1 Johannes 2:4 Dersom noen sier: Jeg kjenner ham, men ikke holder hans bud, da er han en løgner, og sannheten er ikke i ham. 5 Men dersom noen holder hans ord, da er Guds kjærlighet i sannhet blitt fullkommen i ham. På dette vet vi at vi er i ham: … Toraen Ingenting er Jehovas lov har blitt fjernet, avsluttet, ødelagt, slettet eller brukt på en annen måte om Jøde eller hedning (kristen) Jehova ga oss et sett med instruksjoner Han kalte Torahen. Toraen består av de fem første bøkene i Bibelen. Det er omtrent 600 instruksjoner i Toraen, noen for menn, noen for kvinner, noen for prester, noen for barn og andre som gjelder templet. De neste versene gjør det veldig klart at Gud gir oss valg som har evige utfall. 16 Hele Skriften er innåndet av Gud og er nyttig til undervisning, irettesettelse, irettesettelse og opplæring i rettferdighet, 17 for at Guds tjener[a] skal være fullt utstyrt til all god gjerning. 2 Timoteus 3:16-17 (Det "gamle" og det "nye" testamentet er menneskets adskillelse av Guds ord; hele Bibelen er Guds instruksjoner for hvordan vi skal elske ham og våre medmennesker. Og den gjelder for alle) _cc781905-5cde- 3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ DEN ENDELIGE DOMMEN "Den som forkaster meg og ikke tar imot mine ord, har en som dømmer ham: ORDET SOM JEG HAR TALT, det skal dømme ham på den ytterste dag." Johannes 12:48 Hvis mennesker nekter å akseptere Guds dom over synden på Golgata i Messias og nekter å dømme seg selv etter det Ordet som er den eneste ufeilbarlige standarden, da gjenstår bare straffen for deres synd, som er dommen til ødeleggelse. Evig død er konsekvensen av synd på ugjenfødte mennesker. Og hvilket folk er det så stort som har lover og lover så rettferdige som hele denne lov, som jeg legger frem for deg i dag? 5 Mosebok 4:8 ● Hele Skriften er innåndet av Gud og er nyttig til undervisning, irettesettelse, irettesettelse og opplæring i rettferdighet, 17 slik at Guds tjener kan være godt utstyrt for ethvert godt arbeid. 2. Timoteus 3:16-17 Denne kommandoen jeg gir deg i dag er ikke for vanskelig for deg å forstå, og den er ikke utenfor din rekkevidde. 5. Mosebok 30:11 Gud sa at han ikke lyver eller ombestemmer seg og hans Sønn skapte det er klart at Guds lære ikke er hans å endre. Hvis noen kommer med påstander om at Guds lov ble endret, kaller de ikke Gud en løgner? 4. Mosebok 23:19 For jeg er Herren, jeg forandrer meg ikke; derfor er dere Jakobs sønner ikke fortært Malaki 3:6 Hvis han kalte dem guder, som Guds ord kom til, og skriften kan ikke brytes Johannes 10:35 _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad_cf58d Instruksjonene til Jehova er perfekte, og gjenoppliver sjelen. Herrens lover er til å stole på, de gjør de enkle vise. 8 Herrens bud er rett og bringer glede i hjertet. Herrens befalinger er klare og gir innsikt i livet. 9 Ærbødigheten for Herren er ren, den varer til evig tid. Herrens lover er sanne; hver og en er skjønn.10 De er mer ettertraktede enn gull, selv det fineste gull. De er søtere enn honning, ja, honning som drypper fra kammen.11 De er en advarsel for din tjener, en stor lønn for dem som adlyder dem. Salmene 19:7 "Dette er pakten jeg vil slutte med Israels folk etter den tid," sier Herren. «Jeg vil legge min lov i deres sinn og skrive den på deres hjerter. Jeg vil være deres Gud, og de skal være mitt folk. Jeremia 33:31 ● Jeg vil gi dere et nytt hjerte og gi dere en ny ånd; Jeg vil ta steinhjertet ut av ditt kjød og gi deg et hjerte av kjøtt. Jeg vil gi Min Ånd i deg og la deg vandre i mine lover, og du skal holde mine lover og gjøre dem. Esekiel 36:26-27 1 Thessalonians 2:13 13 Og vi takker også alltid Gud fordi da dere tok imot Guds ord, som dere hørte fra oss, tok dere ikke imot det som et menneskeord, men som det faktisk er, Guds ord, som i sannhet er virker i dere som tror ● Forkynneren 12:14 La oss høre konklusjonen på hele saken: Frykt Gud og hold hans bud, for dette er menneskets plikt. Proverbs 28:9 9 Den som vendte øret bort fra å høre loven, selv hans bønn skal være en vederstyggelighet. 1 Johannes 3:4 Hver den som gjør synd, praktiserer også lovløshet (ondskap). Sannelig, synd er lovløshet. 2 Mosebok 12:49 "Den samme lov skal gjelde for de innfødte for den fremmede som bor blant dere." Deuteronomy 30:20 20 for at du skal elske Herren din Gud, så du kan lyde hans røst og holde deg til ham, for han er ditt liv og lengden på dine dager; og at du kan bo i landet som Herren sverget dine fedre til Abraham, Isak og Jakob for å gi dem.» Esekiel 18:24 "Den rettferdige oppførselen til rettferdige mennesker vil ikke frelse dem hvis de vender seg til synd (synd er overtredelse av loven), og heller ikke vil de onde menneskers onde oppførsel ødelegge dem hvis de omvender seg og vender om fra sine synder. (og blir døpt) ● Johannes 14:15 Hvis dere elsker meg, skal dere holde mine bud. Matteus 23:1 Da talte Yeshua til folkemengden og til sine disipler: 2 De skriftlærde og fariseerne sitter på Moses' sete. 3 Så øv og observer alt de forteller deg. Men gjør ikke det de gjør, for de praktiserer ikke det de forkynner ● 1 Timoteus 1:8 Nå vet vi at loven er god, hvis man bruker den lovlig Salme 19:7. Jehovas lov (Torah) er 7 er fullkommen, og gir ny styrke til sjelen. Loven Han har gjort kjent er sikker, og gjør barnet på samme måte. 8 Jehovas lover er rett og gir hjertet glede. Jehovas Ord er rent og gir lys til øynene. "Skriften" Timoteus referer til er det mange kaller det gamle testamentet, det nye testamentet var ennå ikke skrevet. 2 Peter 1:20-21 20 Men først og fremst vit dette at ingen profeti i Skriften er en sak om ens egen tydning. Ordspråkene 10:8 De kloke skal ta imot bud, men en pludrende dåre skal gå til grunne De fleste tror at loven bare var for jødene eller at den ble spikret til korset, men Jehova sa: Nedenfor er et diagram som viser viktige personer fra tidenes begynnelse, diagrammet identifiserer om de var jøder, og fulgte de Jehovas lover og statuer. De ville bli kalt sant Israel. For det er ingen forskjell på jøde og greker; for den samme Herren er Jehova, er Elohim alles Gud, rik på rikdom for alle som påkaller ham; 13 for "DEM SOM VIL RINGE PÅ NAVNET PÅ Jehova vil bli frelst. Romerne 10:12"

  • 13 | Answers 4 Saints Gods say's

    All Scripture is “God-breathed” .Scripture cannot be broken .No letter or stroke shall pass away .The spirit will guide you into all the truth .God’s word is settled in Heaven forever .The word of Yehovah will stand forever .Gods words brings light. God says: Your Pastor says that you are not under the judgment of God's laws His statutes and Sabbaths they have been removed and done away with, fulfilled by Jesus. No law requires no mercy no need for Repentance. Grace and Salvation mean nothing. Gud sier: Hele Skriften er "innåndet av Gud" 2 Tim 3:16 Skriften kan ikke brytes Johannes 10:35 Ingen bokstav eller slag skal forgå Matt 5:18 Ånden vil lede deg inn i hele sannheten Johannes 16:13 Guds ord er bosatt i himmelen for alltid Salme 19:89 Jehovas ord vil stå til evig tid Jes 40:8 Guds ord bringer lys Salme 119:130 Mitt folk er ødelagt av mangel på kunnskap. "Fordi dere har forkastet kunnskap, forkaster jeg også dere som mine prester; fordi dere har ignorert deres Guds lov, vil jeg også ignorere deres barn. Hos 4:6 Numbers 23:19 19 Gud er ikke et menneske, så han lyver ikke. Han er ikke menneskelig, så han ombestemmer seg ikke. Har han noen gang snakket og unnlatt å handle? Pastoren din sier at loven er død. Gud sier: Forkynneren 12:13 Det er hele historien. Her er nå min endelige konklusjon: Frykt Jehova og adlyd hans bud, for dette er alles plikt. Proverbs 28:9 9 Den som vendte øret bort fra å høre loven, selv hans bønn skal være en vederstyggelighet. Ordspråkene 10:8 Den kloke av hjertet skal ta imot befalinger, men en pludrende dåre blir ødelagt. Matthew 5:17 17 Tro ikke at jeg er kommet for å oppheve loven eller profetene; Jeg er ikke kommet for å avskaffe dem, men for å oppfylle dem. 18 For sannelig sier jeg dere: Inntil himmel og jord forgår, skal ikke en eneste bokstav, ikke et pennestrøk, forsvinne fra loven før alt er fullendt. 19 Så da, den som bryter et av de minste av disse bud og lærer andre å gjøre det samme, skal kalles den minste i himlenes rike, men den som praktiserer og lærer dem, skal kalles stor i himlenes rike. Romerne 2:13 For det er ikke de som hører loven som er rettferdige for Gud, men de som gjør loven som skal bli rettferdiggjort. 1 Johannes 2:4 Dersom noen sier: Jeg kjenner ham, men ikke holder hans bud, da er han en løgner, og sannheten er ikke i ham. 5 Men dersom noen holder hans ord, da er Guds kjærlighet i sannhet blitt fullkommen i ham. Ved dette vet vi at vi er i ham: Jakob 1:25 Men den som ser inn i frihetens fullkomne lov og fortsetter å gjøre det – ikke som en glemsom tilhører, men en effektiv gjører – han skal bli velsignet i det han gjør. Salmene 19:7 Herrens lov er fullkommen, den forfrisker sjelen. Herrens forskrifter er pålitelige, de gjør de enkle vise. 8 Herrens befalinger er rett, de gir hjertet glede. Herrens bud lyser og lyser for øynene.9 Frykten for Herren er ren, den varer evig, Herrens befalinger er faste, og de er alle rettferdige.10 De er dyrere enn gull enn mye rent gull; de er søtere enn honning, enn honning fra honningkaken. 11 Ved dem er din tjener advart; ved å holde dem er det stor lønn.12 Men hvem kan skjelne sine egne feil? Deuteronomy 11:19 Lær dem til dine barn. Snakk om dem når du er hjemme og når du er på veien, når du skal legge deg og når du står opp. Jeremia 31:33 "Dette er den pakt jeg vil slutte med Israels folk etter den tid," sier Herren. «Jeg vil legge min lov i deres sinn og skrive den på deres hjerter. Jeg vil være deres Gud, og de skal være mitt folk 2 Timothy 3:16 16 Hele Skriften er innåndet av Gud og nyttig til undervisning, irettesettelse, rettledning og opplæring i rettferdighet, 17 forat Guds tjener kan være fullt utrustet til all god gjerning. Det er over 20 vers som beviser utover rimelig tvil at Guds fullkomne lov fortsatt er intakt. (Vennligst se "Er loven virkelig avskaffet?") Pastoren din sier at loven er et åk rundt halsen din: Guds sier: Deuteronomy 4:8 Og hvilket folk er det så stort som har lover og lover så rettferdige som hele denne lov, som jeg legger frem for eder i dag? Femte Mosebok 30:11 Denne befalingen jeg gir deg i dag, er ikke så vanskelig for deg å forstå, og den er ikke utenfor din rekkevidde. Revelations 22:14 14 Salige er de som gjør hans bud, så de kan ha rett til livets tre og gå inn gjennom portene til byen. Pastoren din sier at sabbaten er endret, Guds sier: Esekiel 22:26,27 "Hennes prester (dine pastorer) har gjort vold mot min lov og vanhelliget mine hellige ting; de har ikke gjort noen forskjell på det hellige og det vanhellige, og de har ikke lært forskjellen på det urene og det vanhellige. rene, og de skjuler sine øyne for mine sabbater, og jeg vanhelliges blant dem. 27 "Hennes fyrster i henne er som ulver som river rov, ved å utøse blod og ødelegge liv for å få uærlig vinning. … (det er ikke en eneste vers i hele Bibelen som endrer det) Ezekiel 20:12 Og jeg ga dem mine hviledager på sabbaten som et tegn mellom dem og meg. Det var for å minne dem om at jeg er Herren, som hadde utskilt dem til å være hellig. (Du vil ikke finne ett skriftsted i din personlige bibel som endrer eller fjerner Guds hellige sabbat) Din pastor sier: Jesus erklærte alt kjøtt for rent Gud sier: Markus 7:19 "For det går ikke inn i deres hjerte, men inn i magen deres og deretter ut av kroppen." Kirkens lære la følgende til skriftstedet "Ved å si dette erklærte Jesus all mat ren." Tenk over dette: Hvis Jesus sa dette, kunne han ikke være vår Frelser. Han ville synde og bryte Guds befaling om kostholdsinstruksjoner. Vær på vakt hvis du møter et vers som er i konflikt med alle andre skriftsteder. (Skriften identifiserer hva som er mat, ikke menneske) Isaiah 65:1 1 Jeg rekker ut mine hender dagen lang til et gjenstridig folk, 2 som vandrer på en vei som ikke er god, etter deres egne tanker; 3 Et folk? som stadig vekker meg til vrede for mitt ansikt; 4 som ofrer i hager og brenner røkelse på altere av murstein, 4 som sitter blant gravene og overnatter i gravene; som eter svinekjøtt, og buljong av avskyelige ting er i deres kar; Isaiah 66:16 16 For med ild og ved sitt sverd skal Herren dømme alt kjød; Og de drepte av Herren skal bli mange. 17 De som helliger seg og renser seg for å gå til hagene. Etter en avgud midt iblant, som spiser svinekjøtt og vederstyggelighet og mus, skal de fortæres sammen, sier Herren. Pastoren din sier: "Og så min dom er at vi ikke skal gjøre det vanskelig for hedningene som vender seg til Gud. Gud sier: Acts 15:19 Derfor er det min dom at vi ikke skal skape problemer for hedningene som vender seg til Gud. …20 I stedet bør vi skrive og fortelle dem at de skal avstå fra mat som er forurenset av avguder, fra seksuell umoral, fra kjøtt av kvalt dyr og fra blod. synagoger på hver sabbat."  De fleste av oss hopper over vers 21, dette er Toraen, de fem første bøkene i Bibelen. Har du noen gang hørt dette på noe bibelstudium? Dette er alt som kreves for frelse. Pastoren din sier: loven er bare for jødene: Guds sier: Galaterne 3:26 Dere er alle Guds sønner ved troen på Kristus Yeshua 27 For alle dere som ble døpt til Kristus, har ikledd dere Kristus? 28 Det er verken jøde eller greker, (eller kristen) slave eller fri, mann eller kvinne, for dere er alle ett i Kristus Yeshua. 29 Og hvis dere tilhører Kristus, så er dere Abrahams ætt og arvinger etter løftet. Romerne 8:7 For den syndige natur er alltid fiendtlig mot Gud. Den adlød aldri Guds lover, og den vil aldri gjøre det. Det er derfor de som fortsatt er under kontroll av sin syndige natur aldri kan behage Gud. Pastoren din sier: Paulus sier, du er under nåden ikke loven. Paul sier: Galaterne 5:17 For kjødet begjærer det som er i motsetning til Ånden, og Ånden det som er i strid med kjødet. De står i motsetning til hverandre, så dere ikke gjør som dere vil...18 Men hvis dere blir ledet av Ånden, er dere ikke under loven. 1 Korinter 11:1 Dere skal etterligne meg, likesom jeg etterligner Kristus. Apostlenes gjerninger 24:14 "Men dette bekjenner jeg for dere at etter den vei som de kaller en sekt, således tilber jeg mine fedres Elohim, idet jeg tror at alt som er skrevet i loven og i profetene tilhører Kristus, da du er Abrahams ætt ● Romerne 8:14 For alle som blir ledet av Guds Ånd, er Guds sønner Pastoren din sier: Ikke for å dømme folk etter hva de spiser eller drikker eller hvordan de feirer høytider eller Guds sabbatsdag. Paul sier: Colossians 2:16 16 La derfor ingen dømme eder i mat eller drikke eller med hensyn til helligdager eller nymåne eller sabbatsdager 17 som er en skygge av det som skal komme; men legemet er av Kristus. Gud forteller sine barn at de ikke skal la hedningene dømme for å være lydige og holde Guds lover og statuer, alt dette vil bli observert i årtusenet. Dette avsnittet er hentet fra brevet til kolosserne, en gruppe mennesker som nylig har kommet ut av hedenske skikker og inn i Kristi fellesskap. Paulus advarer nye tilhengere om ikke å lytte til kritikken fra hedenske tilbedere. Hedensk tilbedelse er i strid med Guds lov og vedtekter Pastoren din sier: Vi er under en ny pakt som ikke er pålagt å holde lovene: Gud sier: Jeremia 31:33 "Dette er den pakt jeg vil slutte med Israels folk etter den tid," sier Herren. «Jeg vil legge min lov i deres sinn og skrive den på deres hjerter. Jeg vil være deres Gud, og de skal være mitt folk Jeremia 31:31 Se, de dager kommer, sier Herren, da jeg vil slutte en ny pakt med Israels hus og med Judas hus. Hebreerne 8:10 For dette er den pakt jeg vil slutte med Israels hus etter de dager, sier Herren. Jeg vil legge mine lover i deres sinn og skrive dem inn i deres hjerter. Og jeg vil være deres Gud, og de skal være mitt folk. Ezekiel 36:26-27 Jeg vil gi dere et nytt hjerte og gi dere en ny ånd; Jeg vil ta steinhjertet ut av ditt kjød og gi deg et hjerte av kjøtt. Jeg vil gi Min Ånd i deg og la deg vandre i mine forskrifter, og du skal holde mine lover og gjøre dem. Din pastor sier: loven ble spikret til korset Gud sier: Romerne 8:2 For i Kristus Yeshua har livets Ånds lov frigjort dere fra syndens og dødens lov. Galaterne 5:18 Men hvis dere blir ledet av Ånden, er dere ikke under loven. "Syndens og dødens lov" eskorterer, eller bringer oss, til Kristus ved å påpeke at vi er i trelldom/under forbannelsen. Det er ikke før "syndens og dødens lov" lærer oss at vi er forbannet og i trelldom, at vi kan komme til Messias i tro som vår Frelser. Uten den kunnskapen ville vi ikke ha noen grunn til å komme til ham. Pastoren din sier: Gud forandret alt for hedningene fordi Israel ikke kunne holde sine lover, Gud fjernet dem og tok dem av veien. Når du svarer på disse spørsmålene, husk at du dømmer Guds karakter. Motsier Guds ord seg selv? Står Guds ord for alltid? Gjør Gud noe uten å åpenbare det gjennom sine profeter først? Lyver Gud? Ombestemmer Gud seg; Holder Gud alltid sine løfter? 1 Corinthians 14:33 For Gud er ikke forvirringens opphav, men freden, som i alle de helliges menigheter. Isaiah 40:8 8 Gresset visnet; blomsten visnet, men vår Guds ord skal stå til evig tid. Johannes 10:35 om han kalte dem guder, som Guds ord kom til, og Skriften kan ikke brytes, 1 Peter 1:25 Men Herrens ord varte til evig tid. Og dette er ordet som ved evangeliet er forkynt for dere. Amos 3:7 Sannelig, Herren Gud vil ikke gjøre noe, men han åpenbarte sin hemmelighet for sine tjenere profetene. Kommer du til å fortsette å følge kirken som sier at Skriften er endret eller avskaffet, eller vil du følge Gud som sier at Skriften ikke kan brytes? Numbers 23:19 19 Gud er ikke et menneske, så han lyver ikke. Han er ikke menneskelig, så han ombestemmer seg ikke. Har han noen gang snakket og unnlatt å handle? Matteus 25:31-34 Når Menneskesønnen kommer i sin herlighet, og alle de hellige engler med Ham, da vil han sitte på sin herlighets trone. Alle folkeslagene skal samles foran ham, og han skal skille dem fra hverandre, som en hyrde skiller sauene sine fra bukkene. Og han skal sette sauene på sin høyre hånd, men bukkene på venstre side. Da skal kongen si til dem på hans høyre side: "Kom, dere velsignede av min Far, arv det riket som er beredt for dere fra verdens grunnvoll ble lagt." Guds rike vil da bli styrt av Yeshua, og vil bli arvet av dem som har blitt herliggjort ved oppstandelse fra de døde. De oppstandne hellige – borgere av Guds rike – vil regjere sammen med Yeshua over de gjenværende folkene på jorden (Daniel 7:27; 2. Timoteus 2:12; Åpenbaringen 2:26-28; 5:9-10; 20:4-6; 22:5). Hva er Rikets lover? ● Dommerne 21:25. Loven er rett og slett en veiledning for folk å følge for å sikre samhold, enighet og fred i sivile og mellommenneskelige forhold. Uten en forstått standard, håndhevet av en suveren hersker, ville enhver handle i henhold til sitt eget innfall eller ønske, og ingenting godt eller verdifullt ville Dommer 2 bli produsert. Guds rike er ikke annerledes. 1. Korinter 14:33 Gud er ikke opphav til forvirring. Hans rike vil være fredelig og ryddig fordi alle som vil gå inn i det vil frivillig ha underkastet seg Guds lov - budene -. Gud vil ikke ha noen i sitt rike som viser, etter sitt livs mønster, at han ikke vil adlyde ham. (Matteus 7:21-23; Hebreerne 10:26-31). Åpenbaringen 12:17 beskriver de hellige som de "som holder Guds bud og har Jeshuas vitnesbyrd. Disse to utsagnene – å elske Gud og å elske din neste som seg selv – innkapsler henholdsvis de fire første og de seks siste budene. Budene definerer bare ytterligere hvordan man skal elske Gud og elske mennesker. Vi elsker Gud generelt ved å sette ham først, ved ikke å ta i bruk fysiske hjelpemidler for å tilbe ham, ved ikke å bære hans navn forgjeves og ved å holde syvendedags sabbat hellig. Vi elsker mennesker, generelt, ved å ære foreldrene våre, ikke myrde, ikke begå utroskap, ikke stjele, ikke lyve og ikke begjære. ● Johannes 14:15 "Hvis dere elsker meg, hold mine bud. "Den som har mine bud og holder dem, det er han som elsker meg. Og den som elsker meg skal bli elsket av min Far, og jeg skal elske ham og manifester meg for ham." "Dersom noen elsker meg, han vil holde mitt ord, og min Far skal elske ham, og vi vil komme til ham og bo hos ham. Den som ikke elsker meg, holder ikke mine ord; og ordet som dere hører er ikke mitt, men fedrene som har sendt

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    The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him .Don't put your trust in human leaders; no human being can save you. When they breathe their last, they return to the earth, Just as man is appointed to die once, and after that to face judgment. Unanswerable questions Kanskje du også ønsker å presentere noen eller alle disse spørsmålene til din favorittpastor eller lærer. Dette er hva kirken din lærer. Den første som sier sin sak virker rett inntil en annen kommer og kryssforhører ham. Ordspråkene 18:17 Ikke sett din lit til menneskelige ledere; ingen mennesker kan redde deg. Når de puster ut, vender de tilbake til jorden, og alle deres planer dør med dem. Salme 146:3 Akkurat som mennesket er utnevnt til å dø én gang, og deretter til å møte dommen, Hebreerne 9:27 Gud er ikke forvirringens, men fredens Gud. 1. Korinterbrev 14:33 Hvis Guds lov er blitt bedre, og Guds lov er fullkommen (Salme 19:7), er det å si at det som allerede er definert som fullkomment kan gjøres bedre? Hvis vi har blitt frigjort fra Guds lov, og Guds lov er frihet (Salme 119:44-45), er det å si at vi kan bli frigjort fra frihet? Kan sannhet gjøres til ikke sannhet? (Salme 119:143;160) Side 2 av 4 Kan ikke veien til rettferdighet lenger være rettferdighetens vei? (5. Mosebok 4:8, Ordspråkene 2:20; Jesaja 51:7, 2. Peter 2:21; 2 Timoteus 3:16) Kan Guds veier endre seg til en annen måte? (2. Mosebok 18:20; 5. Mosebok 10:12; Josh 22:51; 1 Kongebok 2:3; Salme 119:1; Ordspråkene 6:23; Er 2:3; Malakias 2:8; Markus 12:14; Apostlenes gjerninger 24:14) 6) Hvis Guds lov er evig, og Guds lov opphører, er det ordtaket at evig kan ta slutt? Betyr det at evig liv også kan ta slutt? (3. Mosebok 16:31; 1. Krønikebok 16:15; Salme 119:160; Jesaja 40:8) 7) Kan det som definerer synd bli opphevet? Kan synd være synd en dag og ikke synd en annen dag? Endres definisjonen av synd? (4. Mosebok 15:22-31; Daniel 9:11; 1 Johannes 3:4) 9) Kan det som er liv ikke lenger være liv? (Job 33:30; Sl 36:9; Ordspråkene 6:23; Åpenbaringen 22:14) 10) Hvis Gud er Ordet, og Gud ikke kan forandre seg, hvordan kan vi da foreslå at Guds ord forandret? (Johannes 1:1; Malakias 3:6) Hvis vi skal glede oss over Guds lov, skal vi da ikke lenger glede oss over den? (Salme 1:2; 112:1; 119:16; 119:35; 119:47; 119:70; 119:77; 119:92; 119:174; Jesaja 58:13; Romerne 7:22) (side 29) Hvis når loven ble skrevet ned, ble vi bedt om å vandre i den (5. Mosebok 10:11-13), vel vitende om at Kristus fulgte den samme loven, og Johannes sa at vi skulle vandre nøyaktig slik han vandret (1 Joh 2:5) -6), mens Paulus sa at vi skulle følge Kristi eksempel (1. Korinterbrev 11:1), ville vi da ikke følge de samme budene som Kristus fulgte? _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-1589bad5cf-5cf-5b3b3cf-5cf5b5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf5cf Hvis Kristus er Ordet som er gjort kjød, og Kristus er Guds Ord (Johannes 1:14; Åpenbaringen 19:13), og visstnok noe av Guds Ord er opphevet, kom han på korset for å avskaffe deler av seg selv? Hvis Guds lov handler om å elske Gud og å elske andre, er hvordan å elske Gud og elske andre gjenstand for forandring? (2. Mosebok 20:6; 5. Mosebok 5:10; 5.Mosebok 7:10; 11:13; 11:22; 30:16; 6:5; 3. Mosebok 19:18; Nehemja 1:5; Daniel 9:4; Matteus 22:35-37; 10:39; 16:25; Jo 14:15; 14:21; Romerne 13:9; 1 Johannes 5:2-3; 2. Johannes 1:6) Hvis Guds lov alltid har ment å velsigne oss og være god for oss, hvorfor skulle han da ta den fra oss etter korset? (5. Mosebok 11:26-27; Salme 112:1; 119:1-2; Salme 128:1; Ordspråkene 8:32; Jesaja 56:2; Matteus 5:6; 5:10; Lukas 11:28; Jakob 1:25; 1. Peter 3:14; Åpenbaringen 22:14; Salme 119) Hvis hele hensikten med mennesket er å holde Herrens bud (Forkynneren 12:13), er dette ikke lenger sant? Matteus 5:17-19 lærer tydelig at ingen bud skal forsvinne i det minste før himmel og jord forgår og hele loven og profetene er oppfylt. I tillegg vil troende som lærer andre at bud er gått bort, være minst i himmelriket, men de som streber etter å holde hele Guds lov og lærer andre å gjøre det samme, vil være store i Riket. Hvordan kan vi derfor være komfortable med å lære noe mindre enn det Moses skrev og det Kristus praktiserte og lærte? Når Kristus befalte oss å observere og gjøre alt fra Moses' sete (Matteus 23:13), som er og alltid har vært det Moses skrev, hvorfor skulle vi da ikke ønske å gjøre det, spesielt siden han befaler oss å undervise alle nasjoner alt han befalte, som selvfølgelig ville inkludere alt som ble lært fra Moses sete. Da Paulus flere ganger uttalte at han tror, praktiserer og lærer Guds lov (som skrevet av Moses - Apg 21:20-26; 24:13-14; 25:8) og også at det ikke er noen forskjell mellom jøden og Gresk i Kristus (1 Kor 12:12-14; Galaterne 3:27-29; Kolosserne 3:10-12), hvordan kan vi være komfortable med å bruke Paulus' brev for å lære at vi ikke skal overholde hele Guds lov? Hvordan kan Paulus lære Guds lov (som skrevet av Moses) og lære mot Guds lov på samme tid? Hva gjør vi med det faktum at å adlyde det Moses skrev også betyr å lære hedninger, romvesener og utlendinger til Israel å praktisere den samme Guds lov i troen? (Exodus 12:19; 12:38; 12:49; 3. Mosebok 19:34; 24:22; 4. Mosebok 9:14; 15:15-16; 15:29). Også Jesaja 42:6; 60:3; Matteus 5:14; Efeserne 2:10-13; Apostlenes gjerninger 13:47; Rom 11:16-27; Jeremia 31:31-34; Esekiel 37; 1 Johannes 2:10; 1 Johannes 1:7) Det betyr at det aldri har vært noen forskjell mellom jøder og hedninger i troen. Ville ikke alle de gangene Paulus ble anklaget for ikke å praktisere og undervise i Moseloven faktisk være sanne anklager i stedet for falske anklager som Paulus hevdet og demonstrerte? Hvorfor er det fortsatt anklager mot Paulus om at han underviste mot Guds lov som skrevet av Moses? Hvorfor må han fortsatt forsvare seg mot slike absurde påstander selv når Apostlenes gjerninger vitner mot det? Når det ser ut til at Paulus snakker om loven, snakker han enten om jødenes muntlige lov, eller han snakker om lovens forbannelse som Messias naglet til korset. Når Skriften sier i NT at vi skal holde Guds bud i vår kjærlighet tilbake til ham (1 Joh 5:2-3) som et svar på hans nåde eller kjærlighet til oss (1 Joh 4:19), hvordan kan vi konkludere at vi bare skal holde noen av Guds bud? Er bud i 3. Mosebok 23 eller 3. Mosebok 11 Guds bud eller ikke? I Jesaja 66:15-17 ser vi at i sammenheng med Herrens gjenkomst, at når han kommer tilbake, er han tydelig opprørt over at folk spiser svinekjøtt. Hvis Han bryr seg da, hvorfor skulle vi anta at Han ikke bryr seg nå? I Sakarja 14, når Herren kommer tilbake for å regjere, ser vi tydelig at alle forventes å feire Tabernakler som skrevet av Moses. Hvorfor skulle vi forventes å feire Tabernakler før korset, men ikke etter korset, men så feire det igjen når Herren kommer tilbake? Hvis Kristus er Ordet som er gjort kjød (Åpenbaringen 19:13), og Han er den samme i går, i dag og for alltid (Hebreerne 13:8), hvordan er da Guds Ord, ikke det samme i går i dag og for alltid som Jesaja 40 :8 sier? Og til slutt, med unntak av misforståelsene i Apg 10 og Apg 15, stammer nesten all antatt støtte for troen på at Guds lov endret seg fra lesingen av utvalgte utdrag fra Paulus' brev. Hvorfor bruker vi hovedsakelig Paulus for å støtte avskaffelse av Guds lov når Peter tydelig sier at Paulus' brev ofte brukes til å gjøre feilen lovløshet fordi Paulus er vanskelig å forstå og mange som leser ham ikke er kunnskapsrike nok om Guds Ord, men i stedet er uvitende og ustabile (2 Peter 3:15-17). Paulus er selve personen som Peter advarer oss mot å bruke til å undervise mot Guds lov. Hvorfor skulle noen bruke ham? Dette er bare noen av de viktigste spørsmålene vi har til alle som tror at Guds lov har endret seg. Det er mange flere som kan presenteres, men forhåpentligvis får det deg til å tenke. 119 departementer

  • 8 | Answers 4 Saints The Journey

    I am a wretched sinner and deserve the Second death, however, if Yehovah would choose to spare my soul I would give it gladly to save yours. The choice is yours to continue to follow the church, the man or scripture, the inspired word of Yehovah, which leads to life. Or follow man which leads to dea For omtrent tolv år siden deltok jeg i en bibelstudiegruppe for menn. En av stamgjestene fortalte meg at jeg ikke var kristen. Jeg ble fornærmet, fornærmet! Jeg ante ikke hva det var han egentlig mente. Ved et uhell ga han meg den største gaven noen noen gang kunne gi en annen person. Jeg tror at Gud fortalte meg at jeg var på vei i feil retning og at jeg måtte endre mine måter. Jeg stolte på meg selv i stedet for ham. Jeg stolte på at menn skulle undervise meg i stedet for hans ord og hans ånd. Jeg trengte å avlære kirkens lære og utfordre alt jeg hadde blitt undervist i kirken som ikke var bibelsk sannhet. Den natten hadde jeg en drøm om bortrykkelsen og folk rundt meg skulle opp for å møte Frelseren og jeg ble etterlatt, det var en livsendrende opplevelse. Jeg begynte å angre hver eneste synd jeg kunne tenke meg. Jeg husker at jeg gikk på kne og sa til Gud at jeg ville gi livet mitt til ham, og jeg ville være lydig mot hvert ord hans, uten spørsmål. Vel, det begynte å forandre alt. Jeg begynte å forstå Bibelen som jeg aldri har gjort før. Jeg innså at det meste jeg ble lært ikke stemte overens med Skriften. Jeg begynte å dele min begeistring om Guds sannhet, men ingen ønsket å høre den. Jeg vil dele med deg skriftvers som forandret alt utover enhver rimelig tvil, du kan bestemme selv. Husk at dette er Guds egne ord, å avvise dem er å avvise Gud selv, noe som har evige konsekvenser. Siden 2008 har jeg vært på en søken, etter beste evne og kun søkt og adlydt Guds sannhet. Jeg tror ved å presentere skriftsteder alene og koble relevante skriftsteder på ett sted, hvis du er villige, kan du oppdage selv at du trenger å lytte til det Yeshua sa: "Deres tilbedelse er en farse, for de lærer menneskeskapte ideer som befalinger fra Gud." Matteus 15:9. Boken og videoen er en gave til deg. Alle temaene i bøkene er temaer som har evige konsekvenser og støttes av Skriften. Læren om kirkelige doktriner og menneskeskapte tradisjoner som blir undervist i den moderne kirken er i strid med Guds ord. Matteus 12:36 «Og jeg sier dere dette: Dere skal avlegge regnskap på dommens dag for hvert tomme ord dere taler. 'Alle må dø en gang, og deretter bli dømt av Yeshua. Hebreerne 9:27 Videoen handler om de hebraiske røttene til vår tro, denne filmen skildrer individer Gud kalte ut av den moderne kirken for å være lydige og søke etter hans sannhet. Vår frelser er en hebraisk jøde, hans hebraiske navn er Yeshua som betyr frelse, Hans fars navn er Yehovah som betyr Han frelser. (Hans navn er det eneste navnet man kan kalle for å bli frelst) Skriften ble skrevet på hebraisk med en hebraisk tankegang som skildrer jordbruk som analogier. Jehova kalte de første fem bøkene, Sine instruksjoner, for sine barn å følge, Han kaller boken Torah. Husk at det er synd å vite hva du bør gjøre og så ikke gjøre det. Jakob 4:17 Jeg er en elendig synder og fortjener den andre døden, men hvis Jehova ville velge å skåne min sjel, ville jeg gi den med glede for å redde din. Valget er ditt om å fortsette å følge kirken, mannen eller skriften, det inspirerte ordet til Jehova, som fører til liv. Eller følg mennesket som fører til døden. Yehovah redder _cc781905-5cde-6bad_3cde-1905

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    This marriage relationship was established by God because national Israel typified and foreshadowed the spiritual Israel of God which was to become the eternal bride of Christ. The Marriage supper of the Lamb When and where will the marriage supper of the Lamb take place? GUDS EKTESKAP MED ISRAEL _cc781905-5cde-31954_bb3b-136d3b-158_bb Dette ekteskapsforholdet ble opprettet av Gud fordi det nasjonale Israel var et eksempel på og varslet Guds åndelige Israel som skulle bli Kristi evige brud. _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad_ vi visste at dette åndelige Israels ekteskap eksisterte mellom Gud og det nasjonale Israels ekteskap. Guds klage nedtegnet i Jeremia 3:14 angående den åndelige utukt praktisert av hans hustru: (gullkalven) Vend om, dere frafalne barn, sier Herren! for jeg er gift med deg: ... Han var ikke gift med dem som enkeltpersoner; som individer var de åndelig gift med Guds lov. Han var heller gift med dem som en bedriftsenhet. Men Gud står overfor et reelt problem. Ikke på noe tidspunkt i det nasjonale Israels historie var de trofaste. Gjentatte ganger begjærte de andre guder._51-58b900-51cb90-51cb90-51cb90-51cbb90.-53-51cd med Hans utuktige hustru? I følge Guds evige lov kreves døden for den utro kone. Men Gud kunne ikke ødelegge den som en nasjon fullstendig var utenfor det nasjonale Israel at Kristus skulle komme. Videre var Guds plan å bruke det nasjonale Israel som et eksempel på hans tålmodighet og barmhjertighet. Husk at i lignelsen til Lukas 13 skulle fikentreet som gjentatte ganger ikke hadde båret frukt, hogges ned. Men så skulle det gis en mulighet til. Hvis det fortsatt ikke var frukt, skulle det kuttes ned90-5-4cde-bb. 136bad5cf58d_ Lignelsen om De ti jomfruer Matthew 25:1-13 1 Da skal himlenes rike bli som ti jomfruer som tok sine lamper og gikk brudgommen i møte. 2 Fem av dem var uforstandige, og fem var kloke. 3 For når de uforstandige tok lampene sine, tok de ikke olje med seg, 4 men de kloke tok oljeflasker med lampene sine. 5 Da brudgommen ble forsinket, ble de alle døsig og sov. 6 Men ved midnatt lød det et rop: 'Her er brudgommen! Kom ut for å møte ham. 7 Da reiste alle disse jomfruene seg og klippet lampene sine. 8 Og de uforstandige sa til de vise: 'Gi oss litt av deres olje, for lampene våre går ut.' 9 Men de vise svarte og sa: Siden det ikke vil være nok for oss og for deg; gå i stedet til forhandlerne og kjøp til dere selv.' 10 Og mens de skulle kjøpe, kom brudgommen, og de som var rede, gikk inn med ham til bryllupsfesten, og døren ble lukket. 11 Etterpå kom også de andre jomfruene og sa: Herre, Herre, lukk opp for oss! 12 Men han svarte: Sannelig, jeg sier deg: Jeg kjenner deg ikke. 13 Våk derfor, for dere vet verken dagen eller timen. I denne lignelsen er det fem kritiske ord som krever definisjon for å gjøre oss i stand til å trekke ut den fulle tiltenkte betydningen ... disse fem ordene er: (side16) Vis: Den kloke er en som hører og adlyder. Salmene 19:7 Herrens lov er fullkommen, den vekker sjelen til live; Jehovas vitnesbyrd er sikkert, og gjør den enkle vise; _cc781905- 5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Matthew 7:24 “Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be_cc781905- 5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ som en klok mann som bygde huset sitt på fjellet. Tåpelige: De tåpelige er de som er ulydige. Fools hater instruksjon; (Torah som betyr 'instruksjon', når den relaterer seg til Guds Ord). Ordspråkene 1:7 Å frykte Herren (YHWH) er begynnelsen til kunnskap; dårer forakter visdom og instruksjon. Ordspråkene 10:8 De kloke av hjertet skal motta bud, men en pludrende dåre skal gå til grunne. Matteus 7:26 Og hver den som hører disse mine ord og ikke gjør dem, skal bli som en dåre som bygde sitt hus på sanden. Lampe: Dette er budet. Ordspråkene 6:23 For budet er en lampe og læren et lys, og tuktens irettesettelse er livets vei, LYS: LYSET ER LOVEN, TORAHEN. Ordspråkene 6:23 For budet er en lampe og læren et lys, og tuktens irettesettelse er en livsvei, Lys: Lyset er loven, Toraen. Ordspråkene 6:23 For budet er en lampe og læren et lys, og tuktens irettesettelse er en livsvei, Olje: Er ønsket om lydighet. Før du leser dette budet, husk at lampen er "budet" og lyset er "loven." Tredje Mosebok 24:2 «Be Israels folk å bringe dere ren olje fra banket oliven til lampen, så et lys kan holdes jevnlig brennende. _cc781905-5cde-3194-bad3b__cc-f516d__5b5b-1586d -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Husk at sluttresultatet er avgjørelsen om hvem som er velkommen til intimitet med brudgommen. De som har lys er velkomne. Lys er betingelsen for riktig resultat. Tenk på dette. Slutten var at de tåpelige ikke hadde LYS, vi må ha dette i bakhodet gjennom hele denne undervisningen. La oss begynne Bibelsk definering av begrepene: Åpenbaringen 19:6-96 Da hørte jeg det som så ut til å være stemmen til en stor mengde, som bruset fra mange vann og som lyden av kraftige torden, som ropte: «Halleluja! For Yehovah our Elohim the Almighty reigns.7 Let us rejoice and exult and give him the herlighet, for Lammets bryllup er kommet, og hans brud har gjort seg rede; 8 det ble gitt henne å kle sig i fint lin, lyst og rent» – for den hellige engelen sa den rette til den hellige engel. [a] til meg: "Skriv dette: Salige er de som er invitert til Lammets bryllupsmiddag." Og han sa til meg: "Dette er Guds sanne ord." 25 Ektemenn, elsk deres hustruer, akkurat som Kristus elsket kirken og ga seg selv opp for henne (side 17) 14 Vend tilbake, AV troløse sønner,' sier Herren; For jeg er en herre for deg, og jeg vil ta deg en fra en by og to fra en slekt, og jeg vil føre deg til Sion.' 15 Da vil jeg gi dere hyrder etter mitt eget hjerte, som skal fø dere med kunnskap og forstand... For jeg er nidkjær over dere med gudfryktig nidkjærhet, for jeg har forlovet dere med én mann for å fremstille dere som en ren jomfru for Kristus." (2Kor 11:2) (Joh 14:1-4) "La ikke deres hjerte bli forferdet: dere tror på Gud, tro også på meg. I min Fars hus er det mange boliger: hvis det ikke var slik, ville jeg ha fortalte dere. Jeg går for å gjøre i stand et sted for dere. Og hvis jeg går og gjør i stand et sted for dere, vil jeg komme igjen og ta dere til meg, for at der jeg er, der skal dere også være. Og hvor jeg går dere vet, og slik du vet." (Mark 13:32-37) "Men om den dagen og den timen kjenner ingen, verken englene i himmelen eller Sønnen, men Faderen. Ta dere akt, våk og be for dere vet ikke når tiden er inne. er. For Menneskesønnen er som en mann på vei langt borte, som forlot sitt hus og ga sine tjenere makt og hver sin gjerning og befalte portvakten å våke.Våk derfor, for dere vet ikke når husets herre kommer, om kvelden eller ved midnatt, eller ved hanegaling eller om morgenen: For at han ikke skal komme plutselig og finne deg sovende, og det jeg sier til deg, sier jeg til alle: Se på.»_cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ "Mens brudgommen bygger det nye hjemmet, venter bruden og har på seg et slør og et pannebånd med myntene. Dette viser at hun bare tilhører brudgommen; hun er ikke lenger tilgjengelig. Hun forbereder bryllupet sitt innen kl. lage tepper og prøve å bli kvinnen i Ordspråk 31:10-31. Hun viser også takknemlighet til familien for å ha oppdratt henne, og hun reparerer sårede forhold. Uansett hva, sh e måtte være klar fordi han ville komme om natten.

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