A heartfelt conversation with a dear Sister online recently.
Sis, I live in india. I'm extremely saddened that I've learnt of the Bible truth that billions will go to hell. I want to love and care for all people. I dont know how and I'm sad worried and fearful. We are all sinners. We have all failed. We all need god's grace and mercy. I want everyone to be in heaven with me one day. Including my enemies. (If any). I shudder to imagine the lost going through the 7 year tribulation period on earth where God will pour out His Holy Wrath on the wicked. Getting beheaded by the antichrist for their faith if they realise their folly or spending an eternity in hell in trauma, if they still don't wake up to God's Holy Truth. A Horrible time that would be.
I Love my country, it's rich culture and the ancient teachings and my upbringing. Took me years to go from hating the name of Jesus Christ to literally falling in love with Him in 89-90. I'm a born again Christian (but still a legal Hindu citizen). God sees our heart and intent and renewal of our mind and not our legal earthly status.
This is one of the reason why Christians and Christian Missionaries are hated and attacked and blamed for Converting people's religion in developing countries. And this is sadly true.
People are so poor in extreme poverty and lost and without hope on the planet. Unlike the west. 6 hundred million human beings live under 3 dollars a day.
In India, the poor are not treated as human beings. They are attacked, abused and disallowed to even visit temples of their own faiths and their daily existence is deplorable. Then suddenly these Christian missionaries, 'holy men of God', turn up and offer miracles and healings and speak in heavenly tongues (wow) and give our free meals, free food, free blankets and clothing and dump Bibles on these lost broken souls.
(Which they don't understand, read or care about).
What do you think will happen? The huge multitudes of poor, in villages and small towns, gratefully lap up this fake love being shown to them, humbly and excitedly accept these free gifts and become Christians in one hour. The ending is the best part. That pastor in his next sermon, gloats and flaunts and shares 'this video' in the Western Christianity World as a holy work of God, an amazing God led revival where hundreds and thousands of non believers accepted Jesus Christ in one day. This is what you all see in the Western world.
Amazing? It's sadly disgusting. God is not mocked. So please do not be deceived. Use prayers and discernment in giving and supporting ministers, missions and pastors.
Tithes offerings and giving is a 6 Trillion Dollar a year industry/tax exempt business. That's why Jesus said God or money.
For example, a Rohit Mehta is converted to Rohit Johnson? Taught to behave Holier than thou and unsocial with wrong theology, doctrine and the Prosperity gospel. God will uplift you. Give you loads of money and fame. He will heal you and bless you. Signs and miracles will happen in your life. This is so sick, absurd and not Biblical. No wonder Christians are hated worldwide.
It's The battlefield in india and the rest of the world. Thousands of faiths and religions. Sharing The Bible in Western Christianity is way way different and so socially easier then in these nations.
Ray comfort must be doing wonderful work. But I feel that logic sadly doesn't work in the battlefield in developing countries. I can't go to a non believer here and say..( These are the 10 commandments... Sins....You are guilty... Eternity in hell... Choose Jesus... And in a half hour conversation, the person accepts Jesus...it doesn't work. At all). The non believers will laugh and scorn at this style.
Yet sadly, in the western world, where persecution is hardly an issue... social media and Christianity channels and Christian TV portray this style of gospel sharing and you all think wow... It's not wow.
There it is shown that a pastor or teacher or preacher did a sermon, made an altar call and 5,000 non believers professed faith and became Christians in one day!!! Wow. Really? Not at all real in the real world. Go meet any of those 5,000 people after a week, ten days, a month and see their state of mind and life and faith. Was it a genuine Belief call or the music, the moment, the pressure, or copying what others were doing that moment. This is a point to ponder. God alone knows each soul and we should not judge anyone's salvation.
We have a role to play in the real world. Share the gospel. Answer questions upon questions to clear the doubts of the non believers. Call them. Follow up with them. Show (fake it if the need be) being the salt and light in the world so to impress them... Wise as a serpent and loving as doves. Then they think about a salvation decision. Then they choose freely to decide on Christ. Then The Holy Spirit works on them.
In my humble opinion, a salvation decision by a non believer takes time, depending on the persons mindset, the social background, his/her genuinely seeking for the truth, and willingness to find answers on salvation and God. It could take a week. A month. Months sometimes or years.
I have many personal testimonials.
I spend nearly 8 months with a 40 year old Hindu lady and we meet regularly and after 100's of questions and answers sessions, she put down her guards and let God's Holy Spirit wake her up. She is the only born again Christian in a huge traditional Hindu family.
A neighbour, a Roman Catholic Faith Brother, who was a senior in a huge RC church in Gurgaon and we spend 5-7 months + discussing, debating and doing regular Q&A and finally he opened up to The Holy Spirit and is today a born again Christian. His family too as a result.
A precious sister in Christ, from Australia, who was into Hare Rama Hare Krishna Movement since years and had visited India occasional to Vrindavan, the spiritual hub. She and her brothers and sisters were followers and teachers of this religion. She contacted me on Facebook Messanger and we spent days if not months, discussing, arguing and q&a sessions. Finally she opened up To The Lord and accepted. Not only that, she flew all the way to India to meet me and mother and stayed with us in fellowship and learning The Bible.
All Praise and Glory to The Lord.
We are simply the vessel. God is The Boss. But in his holiness, he waits till the lost decide to believe in Him. Then magic happens. Obviously it's The Holy Spirit. Not us. Not our expertise or bible knowledge. Or tricks to wake/shake the lost... Human beings have free will. And the non believers have to choose to believe, then God accepts.
I personally was in the Hindu faith for 40 years. In direct daily Christan contact for 20 years. and I hated Jesus Christ. I hated being told to attend church. Hated to hear Bible logics. I rebelled I fought. Thank God I was shown grace and mercy after nearly 20 years. 20 years. Not one day. Not one altar call. My own Hindu parents accepted Jesus Christ in their 70's. After years and years of pushing them, arguments and conversations.
Don't be deceived by what western Christianity is. Reality in the ground is totally different. End of the day, we all have our own walk with the lord and will give an account of our actions.
This is my personal experience of Christianity from 1990 to 2024.
The church is under complete apostasy and it's all about money and wrong doctrine and prosperity gospel etc. So don't believe what you see and hear on funded Christan channels and Support us, blogs and facebook/YouTube channels.
Visit china. See the hidden underground house Churches. South Korea. Pakistan. India. Bangladesh. Middle East. It's dangerous and horrible and scary. There are countries where mere confession of faith can lead to persecution, imprisonment, social stigma, rape, mutilation, burning and even death. To the person or his family and children. Western Christianity is a easy playground in comparison.
Anyone of us who is a believer, can do wonders in this battlefield. All that is required is our desire to serve. To go out and wake shake the lost. If our loved ones or family members or children are in serious danger or in harms way, do we get down on our knees and pray? (I'm not saying that praying is not required or important! It's the most important thing. But pray and act. Do your part) OR run like a lunatic, do whatever it takes, to save them? Not worried about self but them!!! If you love your 16 year old lost child, or elderly non believer parents or a loved one, would you simply pray or try sharing God's truth a few times, and then dust off your feet? No. You would fight tooth and nail to save them because you love them and want them to share eternity with you. Right? So if we can push ourselves and go the extra mile for our loved ones, why not literally love our neighbors, all human beings who are lost and in disbelief and try our unending best to push push push till one of them opens up to The Holy Spirit and then go on to the next and the next person.
That's love. That's imitating Agape love. God's love for us. The Beautiful Atonement on The Cross. We have to power ourselves with that emotion and love and go into the wicked world and catch them one by one.
End of the day, we are mere puppets and vessels. It's between the lost and his decision to accept Christ and the Holy Spirit touching them. God is totally and completely in control. Praise The Lord.
We are to love others. Neighbours. The whole lost world. Sharing the best, biggest gift, we can possibly give to another human being... the gift of salvation. The good news. Nothing beats this. Imagine meeting one soul in heaven and he/she smiles at you in gratitude in heaven!
"Just as it is written and forever remains written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news of good things!”
Romans 10:15.
So be pushy. Scream. Pray. Equip and fight daily. As if we are trying to save the lost, one soul after another, literally from the fire of eternal hell.
"Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves” (Matthew 10:16, KJV).
The world, then as now, was hostile to believers—not incidentally hostile, but purposefully hostile. Wolves are intentional about the harm they inflict upon sheep. In such an environment, the question becomes: “How can we advance the kingdom of God effectively without becoming predatory ourselves?” Jesus taught His followers that, to be Christlike in a godless world, they must combine the wisdom of the serpent with the harmlessness of the dove.
Jesus invokes the common proverbial view of serpents and doves. The serpent was “subtle” or “crafty” or “shrewd” in Genesis 3:1. The dove, on the other hand, was thought of as innocent and harmless. We need to duplicate this in our lives and daily walks and try to catch one human being at a time with the same passion and Agape Love that God shows us.
"..... Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.... And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself." From Matthew 22:35-40.
Sigh. Again, back to Myself. Am I doing enough daily? Or pretending to be good. I'm not judgemental in the bad sense. I want to push and motivate anyone reading to do better than the previous day. A lost human being going to an eternity in hell matters. It should.
It's burning me that I'm failing daily to be a blessing to others and it's more frustrating to see the apostate money making church worldwide. Praying and begging God for help and guidance and direction and assistance to help others.
May God have mercy on the poor and the lost. Maranatha.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
How to share The Good News of The Gospel?
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
God please equip us and wake us up.
8 billion + people living on earth.
Time is running out.
Saturday, September 14, 2024
AI-Summarizer used on Transcription from Pastors Point of View 319, by Dr. Andy Woods. On Global tyranny.
AI-Summarizer used on Transcription from Pastors Point of View 319, by Dr. Andy Woods. On Global tyranny.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mo3xkqeRwkg&t=190s
Thus he said, The fourth beast shall be the fourth kingdom upon earth, which shall be diverse from all kingdoms, and shall devour the whole earth, and shall tread it down, and break it in pieces. (Daniel 7:23).
The text discusses global tyranny, highlighting its prophetic significance as foreseen in the Book of Daniel for the End of the Age. In Daniel 7:23, it mentions a fourth Beast representing a distinct Kingdom that will dominate the earth. This concept aligns with the idea of a runaway Global government predicted by the Bible to exist prior to Jesus' second coming. Presently, we see examples of this with the rise of global tech censorship as a form of control in society.
Many significant historical events can be traced to the UK and other European countries due to the significance of Nebuchadnezzar's Dream in Daniel 2. This dream foretold the rise and fall of empires that would impact Israel, from the Babylonian captivity to the second Advent.
The final form of government described in the dream, with feet of iron and clay and ten toes, is believed to represent a revived empire linked to ancient Rome. The ten toes, or ten horns, are seen as part of a futuristic New World Order that is eurocentric, stemming from the cultural inheritance of ancient Rome. This connection between the feet and the legs of iron signifies that the future empire will arise from the cultural legacy of Rome, playing a significant role in shaping world events. Many stories related to Tech tyranny, Tech censorship, and global censorship are emerging mostly from Europe, foreshadowing what may soon dominate the rest of the world. This shift towards a Dark Ages mentality is eroding the freedom of speech that many have fought to preserve. People are now being penalized for speech crimes, solely based on their social media posts, or even thought crimes, such as praying in front of abortion clinics. Authorities in Europe are enforcing these restrictions, leading to arrests for seemingly innocuous actions. This crackdown on free speech and individual rights is a dangerous trend that is spreading globally, starting in Europe. The principles of the Bill of Rights and freedom of speech, once foundational in western democracies, are now being threatened by this wave of censorship. The rise of Tech censorship is further exacerbating the situation, as individuals face consequences for expressing their views online. This concerning development marks a significant shift in the landscape of freedom of expression, and highlights the urgent need to protect these fundamental rights in the face of increasing control and monitoring in our digital world.
Jonathan Turley, a legal scholar,
highlighted in a blog post dated August 22, 2024, that the United Kingdom is
cracking down on free speech. He presented examples of individuals being
arrested for seemingly harmless acts, such as sending a tweet while drunk,
wearing an anti-police t-shirt, insulting someone's boyfriend, or even singing
a song. These actions, which used to be protected under free speech laws, are now
being criminalized. One such case involved Nicholas Brock, a Neo-Nazi, who was
sentenced for his extremist views, even though he did not pose an immediate
threat to others. The judge justified the harsh sentence by deeming Brock as
dangerous due to his ideologies, which were considered intolerant and hateful.
Furthermore, the proposed criminal justice incitement to violence or hatred and
hate crimes offenses law in Ireland aims to combat toxic ideologies by
criminalizing the possession of material deemed hateful, thus raising concerns
about free speech rights.
Additionally, UK Home Secretary emphasized the need to crackdown on harmful
beliefs, particularly online hate speech, targeting women. She stressed the
importance of addressing extremism to protect communities and democracy. Cooper
highlighted the rise of online radicalization among young people, which
threatens social cohesion and the foundation of free speech. Moreover, the UK's
laws criminalizing speech have come under scrutiny for being vague and allowing
for arbitrary enforcement. For instance, the Public Order Act 1986 prohibits
the expression of racial hatred, which includes speech that is deemed
threatening or abusive towards a particular group or individual based on their
race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin. This broad interpretation can lead
to arrests based on the likelihood of stirring up racial hatred, rather than
intent.
The crackdown on free speech in the UK and Europe is evident in the prosecution
of individuals for their beliefs or online expressions, rather than their
actions. This trend towards thought policing and restrictions on personal
ideologies poses a significant threat to free speech rights and raises concerns
about censorship and the erosion of democratic values.
Jonathan Turley wrote an article
titled "Free Speech CEO Becomes the Latest Target of European
Censors" on August 22, 2024. The CEO of Telegram, Pavel Durov, age 39, was
arrested in France for not complying with demands to censor content on his
messaging app. This highlights the global trend of censorship that is starting
to emerge in Europe and may spread worldwide.
The situation with Pavel Durov is seen as a chilling escalation of censorship,
as he created Telegram to allow for free speech. The allegations of fraud and
child abuse against him seem to be exaggerated, as there is no concrete
evidence of any wrongdoing. Durov's arrest sets a dangerous precedent for other
tech CEOs who value freedom of speech on their platforms.
The arrest of Durov also reflects a broader issue with European laws that
control speech on the internet. The vague and overbroad nature of these laws
can be used to silence dissenting voices and stifle free expression. It is
concerning that CEOs like Durov are being targeted and arrested for not
adhering to these restrictive laws.
The actions taken by French authorities against Durov have far-reaching
implications for other tech companies like Rumble and Twitter. The threat of
censorship and arrest looms over any CEO who dares to prioritize free speech
over government demands. The case of Durov highlights the risks associated with
standing up for freedom of speech in an increasingly censorious environment.
Europe's push for stricter censorship measures is not just limited to tech
companies. Politicians like Hillary Clinton are seeking to use European laws to
impose censorship on Americans as well. The fear is that once tech CEOs buckle
under pressure and comply with censorship demands, free speech will be severely
restricted on a global scale.
The trend of targeting tech CEOs for their commitment to free speech raises
concerns about the future of online discourse. The prospect of global
censorship poses a threat to the free exchange of ideas and information. If
governments continue to crack down on platforms that prioritize free speech,
the world may see a significant erosion of online freedoms in the years to
come.
In this context, the actions taken by European authorities against Pavel Durov
are not just about one individual but about the broader implications for online
speech and expression. Tech CEOs are increasingly being pressured to conform to
government censorship demands or face severe consequences. The case of Durov
serves as a cautionary tale for other tech companies that prioritize free
speech in an environment that is increasingly hostile to dissenting voices.
Overall, the arrest of Pavel Durov highlights the growing threats to free
speech online and the role of tech CEOs in defending this fundamental right.
The global trend of censorship is a concerning development that could have
far-reaching implications for the future of online discourse and information
sharing. As governments continue to tighten their grip on online platforms, the
fight for free speech in the digital age becomes ever more urgent.
The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in Europe has left other tech company CEOs, like Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski, nervous about the implications for free speech. Pavlovski recently announced his departure from Europe after French authorities detained Durov. This incident has raised concerns about the chilling effect on free speech and privacy on platforms like Telegram. The investigation into Telegram's alleged failure to cooperate with law enforcement on issues like child sex abuse, drug trafficking, fraud, and terrorism is seen as an attack on free speech. Critics have raised concerns about the Digital Services Act in the European Union, which they argue could undermine free speech across the continent. The law has been criticized as vague and potentially dangerous, with recent examples of attempts to suppress freedom of expression beyond the EU borders, including warnings to Elon Musk about sharing content that European authorities deem unsafe. This trend of censorship is growing, with platforms like Rumble facing restrictions in countries like Brazil, adding to the concern about the erosion of free speech and information control.
The European Commission is investigating Telegram for potentially violating EU digital rules by providing inaccurate user numbers. The investigation is in conjunction with France's probe into criminal activity on the messaging platform, which led to the arrest of CEO Pavel Durov, who was taken into custody in Paris. The incident has sparked global reactions, with many viewing it as part of a broader Western government crackdown on free speech. The motivation behind these actions appears to be a desire to control information available on various platforms, such as limiting access to certain content and viewpoints. This trend is not limited to Europe, as it is also manifesting in countries like Brazil. The Prophet Daniel's prediction of such information control in the modern age, as described in Daniel 7:23, seems to be coming to fruition. The situation raises concerns about censorship and restrictions on what people can see, hear, watch, and read globally, impacting the flow of information and freedom of expression in various regions beyond Europe.
Politicians and former users of the online platform X expressed disapproval on social media after Brazil banned the site for failing to name a legal representative. Elon Musk criticized the Brazilian government, accusing them of crushing free speech while claiming to support democracy. He warned of similar censorship in the United States if certain candidates were elected. Musk highlighted attacks on free speech globally and emphasized the importance of paying attention to the issue. He referenced a statement from Shawn Maguire suggesting that western countries were at risk of losing their freedom of expression. Musk raised concerns about the suppression of speech in Europe and Brazil, warning that it could spread to the US. He criticized the use of broad laws to censor speech and emphasized the importance of defending free expression.
Elon Musk has expressed concerns that a potential win by Camala Harris in the upcoming election could pose challenges for his social media platform in the US, similar to what happened in Brazil. Musk highlighted the increasing attacks on free speech in 2024 and warned that if Harris and her running mate Tim Walls come to power, it could lead to restrictions on social media platforms. If Musk's predictions prove true, it could have significant implications for the social media landscape in the US, impacting user base, revenue, and overall market standing. This raises questions about the future of free speech and the role of social media platforms in political discourse. The similarities in the articles from ben. com and the concerns raised by Musk indicate a shared theme of potential threats to social media platforms under a new administration.
Meta Platforms CEO and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg admitted on Monday that the Biden administration "repeatedly pressured" his team for months in 2021 to censor content related to COVID-19, including content from ordinary Americans. (by Misty Severi is an evening news reporter for Just the News.)
Mark Zuckerberg admitted that the Biden Administration pressured Facebook in 2021 to censor Covid-19 content, including humor and satire, even from ordinary American citizens. The CEO acknowledged that the company ultimately decided what to remove and when, expressing regret for not being more vocal about government pressure. Zuckerberg also revealed that Facebook demoted a story about Hunter Biden's laptop due to FBI warnings about potential Russian disinformation, which turned out to be inaccurate. In response, he changed the company's policies to wait for fact-checking before taking action on stories. The House Judiciary Committee commended Zuckerberg's admission as a win for free speech, criticizing the government's influence on content removal during critical moments like elections and public health emergencies. The article highlights the dangers of government coercion in controlling online information and emphasizes the importance of upholding free speech rights.
https://jonathanturley.org/2024/08/22/the-united-kingdom-unleashes-crackdown-on-free-speech/
https://jonathanturley.org/2024/08/26/freepavel-telegram-ceo-becomes-latest-target-of-european-censors/
https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/brazil-bans-x-outrage-spreads-elon-musks-social-media-platform-suspended
https://www.techopedia.com/news/telegram-arrest-leaves-other-ceos-nervous-in-europe
https://www.oldharbournews.com/content/free-speech-red-lines-drawn-rumble-ceo
https://www.rt.com/news/603225-eu-investigation-telegram-users/
https://justthenews.com/nation/free-speech/mark-zuckerberg-admits-biden-administration-pressured-facebook-censor-americans
https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40667273/elon-musk-says-kamala-harris-win-could-mean-trouble-for-x-it-will-happen-in-america-too-if-kamalawal
https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1829624971909357576
Monday, September 9, 2024
Salvation. Overcoming. Repentance.
(Salvation, Overcoming and Perservering, The Relationship and the Heart Condition, and Repentance).
1) Faith in Christ is the Foundation of Salvation, which only He can lay, not by our works, only His work.
2) Everything else built (works) upon that Foundation is subject to testing (Bema Judgment), as to whether it was:
3) All who call upon Him then are saved and redeemed. (Romans 10:11-14)
4) This leaves no room then for "Carnal Christian" or Christians who miss the Redemption of the Body, because they are not ready by or because of [insert falsehood here].
There is also a distinction between Big "R" repentance and little "r" repentance:
[Washing of the Disciples feet (John 13)]
Jack Nichols.
Are we Watchmen? Hebrews 13:17? Amos 3:7? Holding up an Israeli Flag and clicking pictures on social media??
“Son of man, speak to the sons of your people and say to them, ‘If I bring a sword upon a land, and the people of the land take one man from among them and make him their watchman, and he sees the sword coming upon the land and blows the horn and warns the people, then someone who hears the sound of the horn but does not take warning, and a sword comes and takes him away, his blood will be on his own head. He heard the sound of the horn but did not take warning; his blood will be on himself. But had he taken warning, he would have saved his life. But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the horn and the people are not warned, and a sword comes and takes a person from them, he is taken away for his wrongdoing; but I will require his blood from the watchman’s hand.’ (Ezekiel 33:2-6).
Watchmen safeguarded fields and vineyards during harvest time (Isaiah 5:1–2; Matthew 21:33; Mark 12:1) and acted as sentinels who announced the start of a new day (Psalm 130:6; Isaiah 21:11–12).
The Bible also refers to watchmen in a spiritual sense. God appointed prophets as spiritual watchmen over the souls of His people: “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the people of Israel; so hear the word I speak and give them warning from me” (Ezekiel 33:7; also Hosea 9:8).
The prophets’ job as watchmen was to urge God’s people to live faithfully and warn them of the perils involved in falling away from the Lord and doing evil. As watchmen, the prophets were also called to warn wicked people of the judgment and destruction that would come their way unless they turned from their evil ways.
HERE IS THE KICKER: ARE WE TO BE WATCHMEN TODAY?
Are there Prophets today?
No. We are The Body of Christ. Not Watchmen. Certainly no Prophets exist today as the canon of scripture is complete.
What about Hebrews 13:17? Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you. (Hebrews 13:17). The Book of Hebrews. Why was it written? To Whom was it written? It is an encouragement / motivation to the Jewish Believers, not to lapse back into Old Testament Judaism. Don't lapse, don't retrogress. How does the author communicate this exhortation? The Author, whoever he was, communicates this exhortation and shows that what Believers already possess in Jesus Christ is higher than anything offered in that prior system in other words you already have the full revelation of Jesus, why would you knowingly retrogress and go backwards? After after all, Jesus is higher than the Angels, Moses and The Aaronic Priesthood. The Book of Hebrews is not written for The Church.
Use context, hermeneutics and discernment and see if this scripture applies to the The Body of Christ? "But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the horn and the people are not warned, and a sword comes and takes a person from them, he is taken away for his wrongdoing; but I will require his blood from the watchman’s hand." (Ezekiel 33:6). It Doesn't.
We are Eternally Secure in Christ ((John 10:28-29b; Ephesians 4:30) "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:38-39). We are saved by Faith, irrespective of works burnt. “If anyone’s work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire.” (1 Corinthians 3:15).
Amos 3:7: Another passage that is often misquoted and purposely misinterpreted is Amos 3:7, "Surely the Sovereign LORD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets." What is the context of Amos 3:7?
Brief Summary: Amos can see that beneath Israel’s external prosperity and power, internally the nation is corrupt to the core. The sins for which Amos chastens the people are extensive: neglect of God’s Word, idolatry, pagan worship, greed, corrupted leadership, and oppression of the poor. Amos begins by pronouncing a judgment upon all the surrounding nations, then upon his own nation of Judah, and finally the harshest judgment is given to Israel. His visions from God reveal the same emphatic message: judgment is near. The book ends with God’s promise to Amos of future restoration of the remnant.
Foreshadowings: The Book of Amos ends with a glorious promise for the future. “’I will plant Israel in their own land, never again to be uprooted from the land I have given them,’ says the LORD your God” (9:15). The ultimate fulfillment of God’s land promise to Abraham (Gen. 12:7; 15:7; 17:8) will occur during Christ’s millennial reign on earth (see Joel 2:26,27). Revelation 20 describes the thousand-year reign of Christ on the earth, a time of peace and joy under the perfect government of the Savior Himself. At that time, believing Israel and the Gentile Christians will be combined in the Church and will live and reign with Christ. Amos 3:7 is not addressing The Church.
What's holding up an Israeli Flag, clicking pictures and showing your support of Israel? Israel is in disbelief and lost after not accepting Jesus Christ as their Messiah. and here you are clicking pictures of yourself standing with unbelieving Israel? Where in The Bible does it say, financially support Israel ? Or give to these pastors and teachers who claim they will further sow on your behalf / give to Israel? Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee. (Psalm 122:6) is being misquoted and purposely misinterpreted to extort money and support from us.
I may be wrong and judgemental, but I believe that: Likes, Sensationalism, and Money is the reason that lot of Pastors and Teachers today tell us firmly and excitedly that we are Watchmen, to indirectly and sub-consciously convey to us, that they are wise, chosen prophets of God, worthy of our Giving and Support financially. It's simply to arouse in us a feeling of belonging and having a special role in the body, that sub-consciously makes us want to GIVE more money and SUPPORT such teachers and pastors.
We are not Watchmen. Don't be deceived. We are to watch our hearts and sow/share into the lost.Please see what "To Watch" actually means in The Bible:
https://www.alittlestrength.com/articles/2018/1804-watch.htm?
(Excerpts from a Teaching by Greg Lauer).
Bible End Times Timeline Scroll. (For Printing).
Praise The Lord.
I've designed a Bible End Times Timeline Scroll. (Theology, Doctrine, Prophecy, Q & A). It Contains charts and graphics and excellent teachings by Dr. Chuck Missler, Dr. Andy Woods, Robert Breaker, Clarence Larkin, Jack Nichols, etc.
It's a free download.
It can be printed as a Scroll on Canvas, Vinyl or Paper, in 2 sizes:
96.0 inches x 32 inches.
72.5 inches x 24 inches.
Can be used to start conversations with guests and others, and in small house church gatherings. It's good to keep a copy of the PDF on your mobile phone for sharing, screenshots and discussions.
Our greatest Joy and major burden, should be reaching out to the lost, winning souls and their sustained growth.
Please kindly use and share.
Thank you. God Bless.
Project was started on 1st July, 2024.
Final Upload date: 1st September, 2024.
PDF download link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1maPVKvRqB3IA5mg0guvDoDrp8mFDkg33/view?usp=sharing
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Stop being deceived.
How many people did you talk to about Jesus Christ today? Yesterday? Last month? Last six months?
How many human beings did you bring to Christ with the power of the Holy Spirit and they are now eternally secure? One? Two? Five? Ten? Today? Yesterday? Last month? Last six months?
Are we at peace at night thinking we did enough for the lost and needy today? Billions are going to hell because The Church is suffering from Rapturitis and Sensationalism.
Strangers and Pilgrims! by James Smith, 1842.
Strangers and Pilgrims!
Psalm 39:12.
All Heaven will be in harmony to see you safely reach your home; and the minute after you have entered your rest — you will forget all the fatigue, all the dangers, and all the difficulties of the way! You will perhaps be filled with wonder, that you should ever have allowed such trifles to vex you, or such little trials to discourage you — with such a glorious end before you.
Come, dwell forever with Me!"