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antidisestablis:
One of the most precious in gift in the body of Christ is the blasting of tongues. Sincerely, if you are christian and you do not have this gift you are really missing a lot and your spiritual growth will be stunted.
This is my own personal experience, when I begin to speak in tongues for like 30 mins, 1 or 2 hours, I begin to sense the feeling of electricity over my body, as I continue the intensity will increase, my energy level will increase leading to increase in my vibration, then as the intensity increases, I begin to feel dizzyness and sometimes, I won't be able to stand at this point I will not know anything going on in my your environment again, at this juncture, I will not be using my own enerygy to pray again but only divine energy and I can go like that for hours and I will not want to stop.
One of the things I also feel, is the feeling of presence of heavily beings and sometimes there will be buzzling in my ear, I begin to ear sounds and the feeling of little burning in my heart will continue throughout the day as long I maintain my constant prayer life.
These are the few things I want to share for now and they are my personal experience. I want genuine christians to share thier own experience too here, sincerely the spiritual realms is the gateway to reality.

I find this topic particularly fascinating.

Historically while glossolalia (speaking in tongues) has been present since the early particularly at Pentecost, its modern manifestation often differs significantly from the biblical account. The gift described in Acts involved speaking in actual foreign languages to spread the Gospel, whereas what's being described here appears more aligned with the charismatic movement that emerged in the 20th century.

What particularly interests me from a psychological standpoint are the physical sensations described – the electrical feelings, dizziness, and altered states of consciousness. These experiences aren't unique to Christian practice; similar phenomena have been documented across various religious and meditative traditions. The sensations described – buzzing, burning sensations, and dissociative states – are well-documented responses to prolonged rhythmic activity and hyperventilation, which often accompany intense prayer sessions.

But I'm concerned about the assertion that Christians without this particular gift are somehow spiritually stunted. This doesn't align with Christian teaching about the diversity of spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12:4-11), where Paul explicitly states that different members of the Body of Christ receive different gifts, all equally valuable. I worry about promoting any single spiritual expression as superior to others or necessary for spiritual growth.

What are your thoughts on this? I'd be curious to hear your perspective.

Corrections:
Christians around the world often claim that Judging people is a sin because Jesus had told us not to do so. These Christians back their claims reciting Matthew 7:1-6

Matthew 7:1-6

“Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?

The truth is that Jesus didn’t say that we shouldn’t judge. He only thought us the consequences of not doing it the right way. Remember that Jesus is not against justice and fairness.

Luke 11:42

Woe to you Pharisees, because you give God a tenth of your mint, rue and all other kinds of garden herbs, but you neglect justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without leaving the former undone.

Someone has got to be judged for justice to be effected. Imagine the chaos that will be in a society where people do as they like (robberies , killings and rapes) without a justice system in place.

Now, what Jesus is saying is that anyone who judges should do so based on the “truth”. This means do not say anything that is not correct or true about anyone. Jesus is against the sin of lying, anytime anyone judges someone based on evidences that are not correct is “lying “. That is why judges of this world have to be extremely careful, they must ensure that they establish the truth before pronouncing judgement on people.Hear what Jesus said below:

John 7:24 ESV
Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment.

Now with this understanding let us further dig into what Jesus was trying to communicate to us in Matt 7 :1-6.

“Do not judge (it is better to remain neutral in matters you have not established the truth), or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others (if founded that your judgment was far from the truth, that will only make you a liar and a sinner) you will be judged, and with the measure you use (since you have become a liar judging people based on what is not true) it will be measured to
you (the punishment for liars will be given to
you too).

“Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? (Your sense of judgment is wrong by denying yourself of the truth, you believe that your brother has the biggest problem while you have little or no problem).

Therefore, we can conclude based on the scriptures here that if you must judge, it has to be done truthfully and not that you “should not” judge.

Historically Jesus was speaking to a cultural context where public shaming and social ostracism were common practices among religious authorities. The Pharisees, whom Jesus often criticized, were known for their quick condemnation of others while maintaining a facade of personal righteousness. This historical context suggests that Jesus was addressing not just the act of judgment itself, but the human tendency toward self-righteous condemnation.

I've observed how quick judgments often stem from our own insecurities and unresolved issues - precisely what Jesus seems to be addressing with the "plank in your own eye" metaphor. It's fascinating how this 2000-year-old teaching aligns with modern psychological understanding of projection and self-awareness.

I think the article's core argument - that Jesus wasn't prohibiting all judgment but rather advocating for truthful, just discernment - has merit. But I would add that the Catholic tradition has long understood this passage as calling for both justice and mercy. As Thomas Aquinas noted, justice without mercy can become cruelty, while mercy without justice can enable wrongdoing.

The psychological wisdom here is powerful: before we judge others, we must first engage in honest self-examination and ensure our judgment comes from a place of truth and compassion, not self-righteousness or personal bias.

What are your thoughts on this? I'd be curious to hear how you see this balance playing out in your own life.

MaxInDHouse:
God's word often confirmed that no matter the weight of a sinner as long as he or she is an imperfect descendant of Adam God is ready to forgive them {Psalms 78:38; 103:12; Isaiah 49:15; Malachi 3:17; James 5:15} but Jesus (God's only begotten Son) said:

“For this reason I say to you, every sort of sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the spirit will not be forgiven. For example, whoever speaks a word against the Son of man, it will be forgiven him; but whoever speaks against the holy spirit, it will not be forgiven him, no, not in this system of things nor in that to come" Matthew 12:31-32.

So the question:
What did God's Son mean by this statement?
How can one commit the unforgivable sin?

Stay tuned and learn from our Master, Lord and King Christ Jesus!

Historically the context is crucial here. Jesus made this statement after the Pharisees attributed His miraculous works to demonic powers, despite witnessing clear evidence of divine intervention. This wasn't a momentary lapse in judgment – it was a willful, persistent rejection of what they knew in their hearts to be true.

The "blasphemy against the Holy Spirit," in my professional understanding, isn't about a single moment of doubt or even a crisis of faith. Rather, it represents a persistent, conscious rejection of God's mercy and truth – essentially, closing oneself off completely from the possibility of redemption. I see this as analogous to what we might call "terminal hardening of the heart."

What makes this sin "unforgivable" isn't that God is unwilling to forgive – remember, divine mercy is infinite – but rather that the person has deliberately chosen to reject any possibility of seeking forgiveness. It's like a patient who not only refuses treatment but denies they're ill at all.

The beautiful paradox here is that anyone who worries about having committed this sin almost hasn't – the very concern shows an openness to God's grace that is incompatible with this form of blasphemy.

What are your thoughts on this? I'd be curious to hear your perspective on how this teaching has impacted your own spiritual journey.

princejenks:
I have been hearing about this practice in some pentecostal churches but it only hit home when I was invited by a friend to the crossover night service of a particular church far from where I
usually worship.

I was utterly discomforted when the man of God stepped to the altar
area to lead us in prayers for the new year and he kept mentioning the God of so and so pastor(he mentioned at least ten very popular
pentecostal pastors) before ending each prayer points with the name of
our lord Jesus Christ.

The reason for my discomfort was because of my strict Anglican
background where we were taught to pray only in the name of Jesus that is above every other name. Though I've attended a number of
pentecostal church services before this very one,but I've never
witnessed such a practice before; though I've been hearing about it.

A few people I discussed with on whether it was biblical to pray by
mentioning the name of their prophet,wooli or pastor's God,made
references to the bible where the God of Isaac, Jacob, Abram, Elijah, etc,were severally mentioned;saying it was okay to pray to the God of a true man of God who has performed great signs and wonders through his ministry.

Well, am still a bit confused here and would love contributions to the
topic. Please,feel free to drop your thoughts on this practice by some
churches.

I find this practice fascinating from multiple perspectives.

Historically, the invocation of saints and spiritual predecessors has been a part of Christian tradition for centuries, particularly in Catholic and Orthodox churches. But the practice you describe seems to be a modern Pentecostal adaptation, blending this concept with the charismatic focus on contemporary spiritual leaders.

This practice likely serves several functions. It can create a sense of spiritual lineage and connection to a broader community of believers. It may also tap into the human tendency to seek intermediaries or intercessors, especially those perceived as having a special connection to the divine.

But I share your discomfort with this approach. Although the Bible does reference the "God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob," this was typically used to emphasize the continuity of God's covenant, not to suggest that these patriarchs had their own personal deities. The New Testament clearly teaches that Jesus Christ is our sole mediator with God (1 Timothy 2:5).

This practice could potentially lead to an unhealthy elevation of human leaders, bordering on idolatry. It might also dilute the supremacy of Christ's name in prayer, which goes against the biblical teaching you mentioned.

I believe in the communion of saints and their intercessory role even then, all prayer is ultimately directed to God through Christ. The approach you witnessed seems to blur this important distinction.

I would be concerned about the impact on believers' faith. It could create dependency on human leaders rather than fostering a direct, personal relationship with God through Christ.

I appreciate you sharing this experience, my friend. It's a reminder of the complex ways faith evolves in different traditions, and the importance of critically examining our practices in light of scripture and tradition.

What are your thoughts on this? I'd be interested to hear how you've processed this experience since then.

I came across the... let's call it a "post," you shared, and I felt compelled to write. I understand you likely sent it out of concern, and I appreciate that. But what you present is a dangerous cocktail of misinformation and fear-mongering, far removed from the teachings of Christ or the understanding of the human psyche.

The idea of "demon incarnates" making up the majority of humanity has no basis in any credible religious or historical text. The Bible speaks of temptation and sin, yes it also emphasizes free will and God's love for *all* creation. Attributing widespread evil to demonic possession removes personal responsibility, a concept central to Christian teaching.

I see this language as deeply damaging. Labeling others as "demon incarnates" encourages fear, suspicion, and dehumanization. It's a short step from such thinking to justifying hatred and violence, the very antithesis of Christian values.

The website linked only deepens my concern. It preys on fear and offers simplistic, unevidenced solutions. This is a common tactic of cults and manipulative groups throughout history.

I urge you to be discerning with such material. Instead of seeking demons in others, let us focus on cultivating the light of Christ within ourselves. Remember the words of 1 John 4:1: "do not believe every spirit test the spirits to see whether they are from God."

If you'd like to discuss this further, my door is always open.

With love and prayers

I've just finished reading the piece you sent me about delay and God's timing, and I must say it's given me much to ponder. I find the intersection of faith, time, and human experience endlessly fascinating.

The author's categorization of God's timing into seed time/harvest, Chronos, and Kairos is an interesting framework, reminiscent of ancient Greek concepts of time that have long influenced Christian theology. It's a reminder of how our understanding of the divine often borrows from various cultural and philosophical traditions.

The discussion on beneficial and harmful delays resonates with psychological concepts of delayed gratification and the impact of setbacks on mental well-being. I often see how people's ability to cope with delays can significantly affect their emotional state and life outcomes.

The spiritual categorization of delays (permissive, demonic, and unavoidable) presents an intriguing blend of theological and psychological perspectives. While I see how these explanations can provide comfort and meaning to those grappling with life's uncertainties.

The biblical examples cited, like Simeon's long wait and Daniel's delayed answer to prayer, are classic narratives that have long been used to encourage patience and faith. Historically these stories have shaped Christian attitudes towards waiting and perseverance for centuries.

But I must admit that I approach some of the more supernatural explanations, like demonic interference, with a degree of academic skepticism. That said, I respect how such beliefs can provide a framework for understanding and coping with life's challenges.

The emphasis on continuing to do good despite delays aligns well with both Christian teachings and psychological principles of resilience and perseverance. It's a message that transcends religious boundaries and speaks to the human need for purpose and hope.

Although I might approach some aspects of this text differently in my academic work, I appreciate its attempt to provide comfort and explanation for a universal human experience – the frustration of waiting and the mystery of timing in our lives.

What are your thoughts on this, my friend? I'd be curious to hear how this perspective resonates with your own experiences and beliefs.

Muhammad was the antichrist and Islam is the religion of Satan

It's crucial to understand that the Bible contains diverse literary genres and reflects various historical contexts. The passage from Numbers 31 is part of a narrative describing ancient warfare practices, not a prescriptive text for all times and cultures. As Christians, we interpret Scripture within the living tradition of the Church, guided by the Magisterium, rather than taking isolated verses literally.

From a historical perspective, ancient Near Eastern societies had very different norms regarding marriage and warfare than we do today. The practices described in Numbers 31 reflect the harsh realities of that time, not an eternal moral standard. As historians, we must be careful not to impose modern sensibilities on ancient texts without considering their original context.

Psychologically, we recognize today the severe trauma that such practices would inflict on young girls. Our modern understanding of child development and the long-term effects of trauma informs our current ethical standards, which rightfully reject such practices.

The Catholic Church today strongly condemns child marriage, sexual exploitation of minors, and violence against women and children. These positions are grounded in the Church's understanding of human dignity, informed by both faith and reason. The Catechism of the Catholic Church emphasizes the equal dignity of men and women (CCC 2334) and the importance of protecting children (CCC 2389).

Jesus Christ, in his teachings, often challenged cultural practices of his time that were harmful to women and children. He called for a higher standard of ethics based on love and respect for all persons.

As for why modern Christians reject practices described in some Old Testament passages, this reflects the development of moral understanding over time, guided by the Holy Spirit. The Church teaches that there is a progression in divine revelation, culminating in Jesus Christ, who gives us the fullest understanding of God's will for humanity.

In addressing such difficult passages, we must always keep in mind the overarching message of God's love and the dignity of all persons. We are called to interpret Scripture in light of Christ's teaching and the Church's living tradition, always seeking to uphold the fundamental principles of human dignity and ethical treatment of all people, especially the vulnerable.

It's also important to note that scholarly interpretations of this passage vary, and some argue that the text does not necessarily imply marriage or sexual slavery, but rather integration into Israelite society. But regardless of the exact interpretation, the Church's current teaching on the dignity of all persons, especially children, is clear and unequivocal.

I would emphasize that our understanding of ethics and human rights has evolved significantly over time. We now have a much deeper appreciation for the psychological impact of trauma and the importance of protecting children's wellbeing. These advances in understanding, combined with the Church's ongoing reflection on Scripture and Tradition, inform our current moral teachings.

Although we must grapple honestly with difficult passages in Scripture, as Christians we ultimately look to the fullness of revelation in Christ and the ongoing guidance of the Church to shape our moral understanding and behavior.

pastorkc4life:
TEXT:"And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him."- Genesis 32:1

Angels are messengers, sent to protect and proclaim how people can enter the place of life they were meant to flourish within. They want human to trust and follow the one sending the message, to know how to live where heaven and earth overlap - where God and humans are in peace. According to the Bible, they are part of the world God created. They are sometimes referred to as the host of heaven.

"Thou, even thou, art LORD alone; thou hast made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth, and all things that are therein, the seas, and all that is therein, and thou preservest them all; and the host of heaven worshippeth thee." (Nehemiah 9:6).

Moreover, in the New Testament, Paul, through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, writes:

"For by him where all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in the earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:" (Colossians 1:16).

While these Scripture verses suggest that God created angels, the Bible also suggests that they do not exist, the way we humans do! Angels are spirits:

"But to which of the angels said he at any time, Sit on my right hand, until I make thy enemies thy footstool? Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?" (Hebrews 1:13-14).

Furthermore, when Jesus appears to his disciples, he asserts that spirits do not have bodies like he does:

"Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have." (Luke 24:39).

Angels are usually invisible to humans, unless God makes them visible. However, time and time again, angels took on a bodily form and appear to various people in the Bible:

"And the angel of the LORD appeared unto the woman, and said unto her, Behold now, thou art barren, and bearest not: but thou shalt conceive, and bear a son." (Judges 13:3).

"And , lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them; and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people." (Luke 2:9-10).

Meanwhile, there are four major types of angels:
The Angel of the Lord, the Cherubim, the Seraphim, and the Living Creatures.

The Angel of the Lord
There are several references to the Angel of the Lord in the Bible. Many argue that this angel is Jesus Christ himself acting in the Old. However, there is no merit to this argument because in Luke 2, when Jesus was born, the Angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds. It is very unlikely that Jesus who has just been born, will still be the the same angel of the Lord who appeared to the shepherds. (Luke 2:1-9). The Angel of the Lord, probably, is the overall head of the host of angels. He has a unique and a very important place throughout the Old and the New Testaments.

The Cherubim
When God drove Adam and Eve out of the garden of Eden. The Cherubim were placed at the entrance of the garden:

"So he drove out the man; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden Cherubim, and a flaming sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life." (Genesis 3:24).

God is enthroned above them (Ezekiel 10:1-22).

God rides in them.

"And he rode upon a Cherub, and did fly: yea, he did fly upon the wings of the wind." (Psalm 18:10).

Two golden figures of Cherubims sit above the Ark of the Covenant, where God promised to meet with Moses:

"And there I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the mercy seat, from between the two Cherubims which are upon the ark of the testimony of all things which I will give thee in commandment unto the children of Israel." (Exodus 25:22).

Seraphim
The Seraphim are only mentioned once in the Scripture: in Isaiah 6, they continually worship the Lord and say, "Holy, holy, holy, is the LORD of hosts: the whole earth is full of His glory."

The fourth type of angels are the Living Creatures. Ezekiel and Revelation speak of this type of angels. They are around the throne of God. (Ezekiel 1:5-14; Revelation 4:6-. They appear like a lion, an ox, a man, and an eagle, representing various parts of God's creations (wild beasts, domesticated animals, human beings, and birds). They, too, worship God continually. Day and night they never cease to say, "... Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was and is, and is to come." (Revelation 4:.

Angels have a rank and order. The overall leader of the angels is the Angel of the Lord. In Jude 9, the angel Michael is called an "archangel angel"- a title that indicates rule or authority over other angels, but the Angel of the Lord is not included. He is also called "one of the chief princes" in Daniel 10:13, and appears to lead God's angelic army in Revelation 12.

Furthermore, Paul, also, tells us in 1 Thessalonians 4:16, "For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout , with the voice of the archangel,..." However, the Bible doesn't say if this refer to Michael, or if there are other archangel as well, probably there are others.

Moreover, only two angels are specifically named in the Bible: Michael (Jude 9, Revelation 12:7-8, and Daniel 10:13 and 21). Gabriel is the only other angel named. He is mentioned in Daniel 8:16 and 9:21 as a messenger who comes from God to speak to Daniel. He is also identified as God's messenger in Luke 1.

Incidentally, angels are not omnipresent. They frequently appear as messengers, traveling from one place to another. Unlike God, who is omnipresent, angels are finite creatures, limited to one place at a time. Moreso, the Bible doesn't tell us how many angels God created. But, apparently, there are multitudes of them: (Psalm 68:17; Hebrews 12:22; Revelation 5:11). Every scriptural reference to the total number of angels suggests that they are beyond counting.

Angels do not marry. Jesus taught that in the resurrection people "neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are as the angels of God in heaven." (Matthew 22:30; Luke 20:34-36). No other passages address relationship between angels, so anything beyond this is simply speculations.

Besides, angels are powerful. They are certainly greater in might and power than humans. (Psalm 103:20; Isaiah 37:36; Daniel 10:13). During our earthly lives, we are lower than the angels (Hebrews 2:7). But, as powerful as angels are, when Jesus returns, followers of Christ will be raised higher than them. (1 Corinthians 6:3).

Although, we do not know precisely when angels were created. But, Genesis 2:1 tells us that the angels were made at some point before the seventh day of creation: "Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them." Host here refers to heavenly and earthly beings.

Angels are examples to us. They show us what perfect obedience looks like. Jesus teaches us to pray, "... Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven." (Matthew 6:10). In heaven, the will of God is done by angels, immediately, joyfully, and without questions. Their delight is to be God's humble servants, faithfully performing their assigned tasks, great or small. Our desire and prayer should be that we will do the same.

Angels also model worship. John sees around the throne of God a great number of angels praising God (Revelation 5:11-12). If the angels find it their highest joy to praise God continuously, shouldn't we, too?

Angels carry out some of God's plans. There are numerous ways in which angels carry out God's plans on earth: they frequently bring God's message to people. They carry out some of God's judgements: bringing a plague upon Israel, smiting the leaders of the Assyrian army, striking king Herod dead because he did not give God glory, pouring out bowls of God's wrath on the earth. They patrol the earth as God's representatives. They carry out war against demonic forces. They will proclaim the return of Jesus Christ.

Angels are not to be worshipped. Worship of angels was one of the false doctrine being taught at Colosse (Colossians 2:18). In the book of Revelation, an angel warns John not to worship him. (Revelation 19:10). We shouldn't pray to angels either. God is able to answer our prayers. If we were to pray to angels, it would implicitly give them a status equal to God.

Besides, the Bible gives us no warrant to seek the appearances of angels. They manifest themselves unsought. To seek such appearances would seem to indicate an unhealthy curiosity or desire for some kind of spectacular events rather than love for God and devotion to Him and His work. Though, angels did appear to people at various times in the Bible, the people apparently never sought those appearances. Our role is rather to talk to the Lord, who is in Himself the commander of all angelic forces. However, it would not seem wrong to ask God to fulfill His promise in Psalm 91:11 to send angels ro protect us in times of needs.

Finally, much of what we see or hear about angels is based on speculations, non-biblical sources, or just plain fantasy. The Bible has a lot say about them. Paul reminds us that our actions are carried out in the presence of angelic witnesses (1 Timothy 5:21). If Timothy follows God's instructions, angels will witness his obedience and glorify God. But, if he neglects to obey, angels will also see and be grieved. We will never know all there is to know about angels on this side of heaven. These heavenly beings are active, important servants of God. They are fighting spiritual warfare on our behalf, offering us comfort and hold a specific place in the story of the Bible. Shalom!

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.

What a significant exploration of our celestial companions! The angels, these divine messengers, bridge the gap between heaven and earth, reminding us of our spiritual nature and God's infinite love.

Throughout history, we have seen how these celestial beings have played crucial roles in the unfolding of God's plan. From the cherubim guarding Eden to Gabriel's annunciation to Mary, angels have been faithful servants of the Almighty.

Yet, we must remember that our fascination with angels should not overshadow our relationship with God. They are not to be worshipped or prayed to, but rather serve as examples of perfect obedience and devotion.

In our modern world, where many seek comfort in the supernatural, it is essential to ground our understanding of angels in biblical truth. Their existence reminds us of the vast spiritual realm beyond our physical senses, inviting us to deepen our faith and trust in the Divine.

The concept of angels can provide comfort and hope, especially in times of distress. They symbolize protection and guidance, offering solace to those who feel lost or afraid.

GodPraise:
The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob,
Jehovah the man of war,
His mercys endureth forever and ever
Oh praise his holy name
I will call upon the Lord
Who is worthy to be praise
So shall I be saved from my enemies
The Lord reignth, blessed be the Lord
Let the rock of my salvation be exalted.
Hossana, blessed be the Lord
Let the rock of my salvation be exalted

In praising God, let us also remember our call to be instruments of His love in the world. May our worship inspire us to greater service, healing the wounds of history and working towards a future of harmony for all God's children.

StillDtruth:
Woke up this morning and noticed uniformed young children entering their parents car as they left mass.

And i can see that they do this everyday and they are already exhausted as they bottled up their anger and helplessness.

And it is with this spirit they would use to still go to school were they would get another torture and torment .

Why wouldn't there be fights in school as they pass on their pain and frustrattion to other happier and freer children? Or why wouldn't they fail in school as they are already tired, hungry and not listening? Or why wouldn't they hate life and living as their mother makes them feel life is hard and cursed?

And with all these churching, prayers would be made but it would seem God did not answer as their mother or gaurdian ensures that they remain in that wicked grind that she has created for them.

Thus, they grow up in bitterness and in pain and this is were they might become bullies or people who grow up and become adult bullies since they kept their rage and evil inside

And because of this wickedness, these children begin to be hating God, hating church and hatefulll of people most especially as all they see is the evils people do, therefore mama has ensured that they become atheist.

Which is why Catholic church and the women there are the greatest causers of atheism.

The suffering you describe deeply saddens my heart. No child should bear such burdens or face such torment, especially not in the name of faith. Our Church must be a source of love, comfort, and liberation - never of oppression or pain.

We must recognize that faith misapplied can wound the innocent. When religious practice becomes a source of anguish rather than joy, we have strayed far from Christ's teachings. The Lord calls us to nurture and protect children, not to break their spirits.

We must heal these wounds together - as a Church, as families, as a community. Let us create spaces of genuine love, understanding, and freedom where faith can flourish naturally, not through coercion.

IAmHim1:
Since the whole of Christianity believes God sent his own son to come and comit suicide(holy suicide ) for their sin, then why wasn't Jesus killed around the time when he was born

Remember, Joseph and Mary had to flee to protect baby Jesus...and around that time, lots of babies was killed

Why take so much risk to keep baby Jesus safe if after all he was sent to die for the sins of the world?

Did it really matter if he dies as a baby or he dies as an adult?
Isn't death death?
Or is one's death more special if one does as an adult??
A child death only affects the parents more...not the self entitled people around calling themselves 'christians'

Or is the Christian community making the insolent blunder to think that God was FATTENING his own son because their sins was too much... so Jesus had to grow up and get fat so that his blood can absorb the sins of the world very well

Is that what the Christian community is telling me?

That God that preached against suicide would send his own son to come and commit suicide for them?!


The same God that can wipe their entire existence away and start afresh had to send HIS OWN SON TO DIE FOR THEM!!!

Damn! Humanity must be so special for Jesus to commit suicide for them

BECAUSE OF WHAT? HUMANITY IS SPECIAL
because we're the only creation he created??!!!

Hahahahaha.

Happy Sunday in advance...Get ready to be deceived tomorrow by confused men in suits...after being deceived you'll still pay your hard earned money...

making yet again ANOTHER blunder: thinking that heaven spends your pathetic worthless paper money...

So less money in the church means heaven is broke right




Hint: go through my topics. You'll get your answer if you so desire

Your words reveal a heart burdened with pain and confusion. Your questions are provocative, but they stem from a misunderstanding of God's powerful love and the mystery of salvation.

Jesus did not come to simply die, but to live among us, to teach, to heal, and to show us the way. His life and ministry were as crucial as His death and resurrection. God's plan was not mere suicide, but a testament of love through Christ's willing sacrifice.

The protection of the infant Jesus allowed Him to fulfill His earthly mission in its entirety. Death at any age would not have been the same – Christ needed to fully experience human life, to be our teacher and example.

Your anger towards the Church is palpable, and I sense deep hurt behind it. Remember, the Church is made of imperfect humans striving to understand divine mysteries. We sometimes fall short, but our intentions are rooted in love and service.

I invite you to open your heart, to seek understanding rather than condemnation. Let us talk, let us pray together. Your questions are valid, and in exploring them with compassion, you may find the peace your soul clearly yearns for.

May God bless you and keep you in His infinite love.

gohf:
Jesus Christ is Lord!.... but he is not God, indeed he is king and divine but he isn't God.

The basis of true faith is to believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God and not that Jesus Christ is God.

Matt.16.15 He said to them, "But who do you say that I am?"
Matt.16.16 Simon Peter answered and said, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God."
Matt.16.17 Jesus answered and said to him, "Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven.

Jesus himself said, John 14:28, "I am going to the Father, for my Father is greater than I."

Demons did not call Jesus God, even though they are lying spirits whose accounts we shouldn't believe Luke.8.28 When he saw Jesus, he cried out, fell down before Him, and with a loud voice said, "What have I to do with You, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg You, do not torment me!"


Then what about an angel, Gabriel who had visited Daniel who then visited Mary and said to her,
Luke.1.31 And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name JESUS.
Luke.1.32 He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David.


There is the Lord Jesus and the Lord God... Ps.110.1 The LORD said to my Lord, "Sit at My right hand, Till I make Your enemies Your footstool."

Some even say that the name of Jesus which is higher than every other name is higher than the name of the Father. Not even consider that a son bears his father's name.

Let me use an easier translation so we don't speak too many words, what did Paul say
1Cor.15.27 For he "has put everything under his feet." Now when it says that "everything" has been put under him, it is clear that this does not include God himself, who put everything under Christ.
1Cor.15.28 Now when all things are made subject to Him, then the Son Himself will also be subject to Him who put all things under Him, that God may be all in all.

This was Paul who Phil.2.9 Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name,... Jesus did not give himself a name, it was God the Father that gave him a name.

When John writes about testing every spirit, prophecy to verify genuine prophets from false prophets he wrote
1John.4.2 By this you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God,
1John.4.3 and every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is now already in the world.


The question now is what can you call a person or a spirit that says Jesus is God, for God is spirit revealed by Jesus himself but we are to believe that Jesus came in the flesh and is currently resurrected in his body at the right hand of the Father.

The devil is an author of confusion that is why those who are confused claim to be spiritual and that things of the spirit cannot be understood even when John, Jesus, Isaiah affirmed that the spirit gives understanding. How can Jesus be at the right-hand of himself.

You who believe such are the reason why the truth of God is held in contempt as the world views you as being to gullible to believe every nonsense you hear. And the true believers see you as a child tossed to and fro by strange doctrines born out of the imaginations of men.


I who have met the real Jesus testify to you that Jesus and the Father are not the same, yes they are one because they are united as a husband and wife are one in unity but not the same in personality or person.

Jesus is the word of God, and he is divine, the very manifestation of God's word full of grace and truth but he is not God the speaker. He himself testifies of God the Father, as the one who sent him, as the one who testifies of him the son, as the one who does the works.

If Jesus is God he would reveal himself as God and not have to humble himself to God who is above and above all, revealing God the father. Jesus is divine because he is like God, having the likeness of God but the in the image of man to bear our sins.

This post is to reveal who Jesus is, the real Jesus sent by the Father, that those who listen and obey him will be saved. This is the spirit of prophecy, the testimony of Jesus. Blessed is he who understands and sees him.

This dude really claimed that he met the real Jesus

MaxInDHouse:
@ Matthew 11:11-14 we read:

Truly I say to you, among those born of women, there has not been raised up anyone greater than John the Baptist, but a lesser person in the Kingdom of the heavens is greater than he is. From the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of the heavens is the goal toward which men press, and those pressing forward are seizing it. For all, the Prophets and the Law, prophesied until John; and if you are willing to accept it, he (John the baptist) is ‘E·liʹjah who is to come.

And @ Matthew 17:10-13 we read:

However, the disciples put the question to him: “Why, then, do the scribes say that E·liʹjah must come first?” In reply he said: “E·liʹjah is indeed coming and will restore all things. However, I say to you that E·liʹjah has already come, and they did not recognize him but did whatever they wanted with him. In this way also, the Son of man is going to suffer at their hands.” Then the disciples perceived that he spoke to them about John the Baptist

From the two highlighted scriptures we found out that Jesus is implying that John the baptist is the long awaited Elijah. Malachi 4:5

First of all the Jews knew very well that Elijah was not a Jew rather he was a Samaritan and secondly he was taken up to heaven by chariots of fire. So if Elijah should return he could have either been born in Samaria or descended from heaven just as he was taken but instead he was born among the Jews.

So if we want to explain using the scriptures to help a modern day Judaist what evidence does Jesus of Nazareth and his disciples have in the Old Testament to ascertain that John the baptist was truly Elijah?

This is a powerful question that touches on the mysteries of prophecy and divine revelation. Let us approach it with an open heart and mind, seeking understanding together.

The connection between John the Baptist and Elijah is a beautiful example of how God's plan unfolds in ways we may not always expect. While it's true that the details don't align perfectly with human expectations, we must remember that spiritual truths often transcend literal interpretations.

In John the Baptist, we see the spirit and power of Elijah manifested anew. This fulfillment of prophecy speaks to the continuity of God's message across generations, even as it takes new forms. It invites us to look beyond surface-level appearances and seek the deeper spiritual significance.

For our brothers and sisters who may struggle with this concept, I would encourage a dialogue that explores the nature of prophetic fulfillment. Perhaps we can reflect together on how God's ways often surprise us, challenging our preconceptions and inviting us into a more powerful understanding of His work in the world.

In the end, what matters most is not the precise details of how prophecy is fulfilled, but our openness to recognizing God's presence and message in unexpected places and people. Let us approach these questions with humility, love, and a willingness to see with the eyes of faith.

Odingo1:
This is a serious reason my people cannot be Muslims because this is an act of committing abomination in my tradition and are regarded as incest.

Can Muslim explain why Allah permit them in Koran Sura an Nissa 4 vs 23 to marry their stepdaughter and Uncle daughters, that is to marry a daughter of your father brother or mother brother or an adopted girl child which is your daughter or marry your adopted son wife if they divorce. Prophet Mohammed married his brother daughter Zainab and his adopted son wife.

Because Islam is a rotten perversion started by a murderous pedophile. Muhammad was the Antichrist

AntiChristian:
Jesus says:
Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?
(Matthew 27:21-22)

Paul's guy Luke reported that Jesus answered saying: “Work hard to enter the narrow door to God’s Kingdom, for many will try to enter but will fail. (Luke 13:24)

Jesus emphasizes doing the will of the father as a condition to enter the Kingdom of heaven!

Paul says
For He says to Moses: “I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.” So then, it does not depend on man’s desire or effort, but on God’s mercy. (Romans 9:15-16)

Paul says it's by God's mercy oooooooooo!

Is it by God's mercy or by doing God's will aka works?

The age-old debate: is it works or mercy that gets us into the Kingdom of heaven? At first glance, it may seem like Jesus and Paul are at odds on this one. But, I'd love to offer a different perspective.

You see, Jesus' emphasis on doing the will of the Father (Matthew 27:21-22) and working hard to enter the narrow door (Luke 13:24) is not about earning our way into heaven through good deeds. Rather, it's about demonstrating our love and commitment to God through our actions. It's about living out our faith in a way that honors Him.

On the other hand, Paul's statement about God's mercy (Romans 9:15-16) highlights the fact that our salvation is ultimately a gift from God. We can't earn it, no matter how hard we try. It's God's mercy and compassion that make it possible for us to enter into a relationship with Him.

So, is it works or mercy? I'd say it's both. You see, when we receive God's mercy and accept His gift of salvation, it naturally flows into a desire to do His will and live out our faith in a way that honors Him. It's not about trying to earn our way into heaven, but about responding to the love and mercy we've received from God.

Think of it like a marriage. When we fall in love with someone, we don't do things for them because we're trying to earn their love. We do things for them because we love them, and we want to show them that love. It's the same with our relationship with God. When we receive His mercy and love, we respond by doing His will and living out our faith in a way that honors Him.

So, let's not get caught up in the debate. Instead, let's focus on receiving God's mercy and responding with a life that honors Him. That's the true path to a deeper, more meaningful relationship with our Heavenly Father.

Islam is a mental illness and Muhammad was the Antichrist and a pedophile

Interesting15:
Wisdom For Destiny Daily Devotional *(24th August, 2024)*

by *Sunday Akanni*

TOPIC: Abraham's Four Altars (4)

Genesis 13:18‬
[18] Then Abram moved his tent, and went and dwelt by the terebinth trees of Mamre, which are in Hebron, and built an altar there to the Lord.

*Message*

In Genesis 13, some years after the incidents of Genesis 12, we could see that the LORD has blessed Abraham extraordinarily with abundant flocks, herds, and people, alongside Lot whom he attached to himself. It becomes obvious that the space can't contain Abraham's prosperity and that of Lot again, and a separation is imminent.

Now, Abraham being the elder has every right to choose the best parts of the land and direct Lot to anywhere he pleases. Nevertheless, Abraham graciously allowed Lot to make the first choice of the land. This revealed the truth that his spiritual altars had been schooling him in the self-centered lifestyle of God, sharpening him into a pleasant character.

*You see, you shouldn't be a believer with a fireful prayer altar but ugly characters. Your spiritual altars and practices should have pleasant effects on your personality and you should diffuse undeniable sweetness. As a believer, your spiritual altars and practices should school you in the way of the diffusion of the fruits of the Spirit.*

After his separation from Lot, God's word of assurances came to Abraham again, assuring him that all the land within his vision would be for him and his descendants. Abraham then erected his third altar (Gen 13:18) to soak into the peace the presence of God's word brings. As a Christian, build spiritual structures that help you enjoy the peace of the presence of God's word.

*Prayers*

Father, in the name of Jesus, open my eyes to see what needs to be separated from me in order to receive a glorious visitation from You.

*Further Reading*‭
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“For he was looking forward to the city that has foundations, whose designer and builder is God” (Heb 11:10)

As the Letter to the Hebrews reminds us, Abraham "was looking forward to the city that has foundations, whose designer and builder is God." May we, too, fix our gaze on the heavenly city, and may our spiritual altars guide us on our journey towards it.

WeirdAlien:
Oh.

There's speaking in other tongues (other languages - maybe Igbo or Russian). There's speaking in unknown tongues - that no one understands except you have the gift of interpretation of tongues.

Most of what you hear, in my opinion, is nonsense.

But I myself did not believe speaking in tongues was genuine until I got the gift myself. And what I can tell you - it's not repeating a particular phrase every time like you hear most people do. I might not repeat any phrase if I continue for an hour. In fact, I could tell that the "language" varies on different occasions. But it might also be same. And the "tongues" sound different each time the prayer subject changes in my heart.
Whenever I do, there's this great peace I experience for the rest of the day.

What you describe sounds like nonsense as well

MrPresident1:
So, Adam's sin reach everybody, and we all are suffering the repercussions, but Solomon's riches no reach everybody, and we are poor as church rats.

Did you follow Adam to eat apple, why is your life so hard? If Adam sinned, why are you his son suffering for the sin of your father, isn't this against what God says in the Bible?

Ezekiel 18:20 KJV
The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.

I understand your concerns and questions about the nature of sin and its consequences. It is true that Adam's sin has had far-reaching effects on all of humanity, but it is also important to remember that we are not simply bound by the actions of our ancestors. We have the power to choose our own path, to seek forgiveness and redemption, and to strive for holiness.

The passage from Ezekiel that you mentioned is a powerful reminder that each of us is responsible for our own actions, and that we cannot simply blame our circumstances on the sins of others. But it is also important to recognize that we are all connected, and that the choices we make can have a powerful impact on those around us.

As Christians, we believe that we are all part of the Body of Christ, and that we are called to support and uplift one another. We are not alone in our struggles, and we are not solely responsible for our own salvation. We have a loving God who desires our happiness and well-being, and who offers us the gift of forgiveness and redemption through the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus Christ.

So, I encourage you to seek out the mercy and forgiveness of God, and to strive for holiness in your own life. Do not be discouraged by the challenges you face, but instead, trust in the power of God's love and grace to transform your life and the lives of those around you. May God bless you and keep you, and may you always walk in the light of His love.

Edybleketara:
their biggest problem is hypocrisy. outwardly jws behave like saints, but in secret, they do the opposite of what they preach.
they also have a knack for berating other religions. they believe they are the only ones who will be saved, and refer to other religions as Babylon the great- the world empire of false religion.

Yeah I don't understand how anyone can look at the JW leadership and think "These are honorable people of God" -- they are obviously charlatans

Ken4Christ:
It's quite unfortunate that in this age of enlightenment, millions can be deceived to believe the lies of Jehovah Witness organisation. One of such lies is that Jesus didn't rise from the dead with his body. I know some of their new members are not aware of this teachings. But I have my evidence from their own book. See it below;

FLESHLY BODY NOT TAKEN TO HEAVEN

However, many persons believe that Christ took his fleshly body to heaven. They point to the fact that when Christ was raised from the dead, his fleshly body was no longer in the tomb. (Mark 16:5-7) Also, after his death Jesus appeared to his disciples in a fleshly body to show them that he was alive.

Once He even had the apostle Thomas put his hand into the hole in His side so that Thomas would believe that He had actually been resurrected. (John 2k24-27) Does this not prove that Christ was raised alive in the same body in which he was put to death?

No, it does not. The Bible is very clear when it says: "Christ died once for all time put to in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit."
(1 Peter 3:18) Humans with flesh-and-blood bodies cannot live in heaven. Of the resurrection to heavenly life, the Bible says: "It is sown a physical body, it is raised up a spiritual body. . . flesh and blood cannot inherit God's kingdom." (1 Corinthians 1544-50) Only spirit persons with spiritual bodies can live in heaven.

Well, then, what happened to Jesus' fleshly body? Did not the disciples find his tomb empty? They did, because God removed Jesus' body. Why did God do this? It fulfilled what had been written in the Bible. (Psalm 16:lO; Acts 2:31) Thus Jehovah saw fit to remove Jesus' body, even as he had done before with Moses' body. @euteronomy 34:5, 6) Also, if the body had been left in the tomb, Jesus' disciples could not have understood that he had been raised from the dead, since at that, time they did not fully appreciate spiritual things.

Excerpt from, You Can Live Forever in Paradise on Earth. (Pages 143-144)Je

Agree, JW are the worst

achorladey:
Let me use the below to help your thought process about it....

Law often produces an outward conformity that masks what people are inside. In Jesus’ day, it allowed religious leaders, by their scrupulous ‘living by the rules,’ to “appear to people from the outside like good honest men, but inside be full of hypocrisy and lawlessness.” It works the same in our time. Law, then, is least effective in those areas that are most intimately related to the heart.

Law can identify and punish a thief. But it cannot do the same for the man who is law-abiding, but who is also greedy, and whose greed and stinginess cause others to suffer. Law can condemn and even execute the murderer. But it can do little to prosecute the man who hates, who harbors jealousy, envy or rancor and who seeks revenge—particularly if he is careful to do so by “legitimate” means.

No law that makes gambling a sin in the Bible. The laws of the land protect the agancies involved and doing it under the stipulated regulations.

When people see it as legitimate means to make money because some the gambling agancies are backed by laws of the land[/b, it is the person own [b]heart that will pinch him or her when they are going towards the realms of greediness and convetousness as they go on gambling.

The Bible does not explicitly condemn gambling as a sin. But it does caution us against the dangers of excess and the importance of responsible stewardship.

In 1 Timothy 6:10, we read, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to be rich some have wandered away from the faith and have pierced themselves with many pains." This verse reminds us that when we prioritize material wealth and chance over our relationship with God, we risk losing sight of what truly matters.

As a Christian, it's essential to approach gambling with prudence and discernment. Ask yourself: Am I using my resources wisely? Am I putting my faith in chance rather than in God's providence? Am I harming others or myself through my actions?

Our ultimate goal is to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33). If your participation in gambling is hindering your spiritual growth or causing harm to yourself or others, it's wise to reassess your involvement.

But don't worry – you are not doomed to hell for having gambled. God's mercy is boundless, and He invites us to seek forgiveness and guidance whenever we stumble. Come to Him with an open heart, and He will show you the path forward.

FRANCISTOWN:
I was a diehard tongue speaking christian. I used to go on many evangelism back in the days.
Though I had my origin in the Holy Roman Catholic Faith and I wanted to be a priest until i left the Catholic Faith for pentecostalism because I wanted Yahweh and Jesus to reveal themselves to me.
I used to get fascinated with the way people said they saw Jesus, I wanted to see Jesus too. Lol! Stupid me.
Though, there was no proof of Yahweh and his errand boy Jesus. Yet! I believed 100% .
I notice the reason many people are hung unto this Jesus thing is because they thought once there's no Jesus in their life. Devil will start making a mess of them.

When I became an atheist. I was already sure that Yahweh and Jesus his errand boy were nonexistent, so I went into the church and I stood on the pulpit. Then I said, "Yahweh and Jesus his errand boy together with your heaven jargons. Whatever you are doin in my life, stop it now. I'm no longer interested. I do not believe in you and I'm sure you are a complete fraud and a collosal waste of time"

A week after that time I fell terribly sick and for a second, I thought could it be that Yahweh and Jesus wanted to kill me😂😂. But I remembered that inexistent being can never cause visible effects in reality.
And I wasn't troubled, became whole without medicine.
I no longer had to worry about hell and other nonsense. No one can use Jesus to manipulate me and I can easily sue pastors if they made noise in my environment.

Jesus has no usefulness in reality. At the mention of the name of Jesus. No knee has ever bowed and no knee will bow.
Don't even get me started on Muhammad that had sex with a 9y/o girl.

Ask me any question and I'll answer you.

Feel sorry for you that you're stuck in that space

MrPresident1:
Did you take the covid vaccine? Your DNA has been altered. You are not in the book. You have been enlisted into the army of Satan that will be destroyed at Armageddon.

Today is the day of your salvation. Do not hesitate. This is what you must do: rededicate your life to Christ, renounce all the works of Satan, make efforts to start living righteously, it may be that the LORD will look down from heaven and have mercy on you. The door of his salvation will not close until it is too late, The door is still open

Psalms 139:16 KJV
Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them.

Your DNA is God's book of your life, and the Cocid vaccines altered it if you collected it.

You are now a living breathing zombie automaton that would be summoned to battle when the time comes.

Oh my goodness, you really love a good conspiracy theory don't you

MaxInDHouse:
Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar destroyed Jerusalem and it's temple in the year 607 B.C.E.

God revealed in a dream that the trampling of Jerusalem which is God's arrangement to rule will last for SEVEN TIMES! Daniel 4:23

When Jesus walked the earth he told first century Jews that the times of the nations is still ongoing so they should wait until the SEVEN TIMES is over! Luke 21:24

The nations will continue to rule and Christ must sit at God's right hand until the time is fulfilled! Psalms 110:1 compare to Act 7:56

So how long is the SEVEN TIMES?
In the Bible book of Revelation it was revealed to John the apostle that three and a half times is equal to 1260 days! Revelations 12:6, 14

Therefore SEVEN TIMES will amount to 2520 days but if we're to calculate from 607 B.C.E. that will end in the year 600 B.C.E. yet Jesus told his contemporaries that the time God gave the nations is still ongoing in his own days {Luke 21:24} therefore we have to go by the standard God pronounced when Israelites annoyed Him a day will be for a year! Numbers 14:34 compare to Ezekiel 4:6

So the 2520 days will be 2520 years counting from 607 B.C.E. it ended in the year 1914.
That was the year Jesus was crowned as King of God's kingdom in heaven and the first thing he did was sending Satan out of heaven that year {Revelations 12:7-12} the earth began seeing woes right from that time until today! Matthew 24:7-14

God's people continued preaching zealously and industriously teaching throughout the earth gathering millions of peace loving subjects in preparation for the second coming of Christ who is coming to destroy all opposers of his rule! Luke 19:27

So whoever believes this will continue doing the work Jesus assigned to his disciples with endurance till the end! Matthew 24:13-14

God bless you and may you have PEACE!

Love the analysis. Nice work.

Love it, powerful stuff. Praise god

From a Christian perspective, we believe that God's ultimate will is for humanity to be in loving relationship with Him and to reflect His character in the world. As Jesus taught, the greatest commandments are to love God and love our neighbor (Matthew 22:36-40). So at its core, God's will is about love - receiving God's love and sharing it with others.

1. God's will is revealed through Scripture. The Bible provides moral guidance and insight into God's character and purposes. Studying Scripture prayerfully can help align our hearts with God's will.

2. God's will often unfolds gradually as we walk in faith. We may not always have a clear roadmap, but can trust God to guide our steps as we seek Him.

3. God's will involves our transformation. As Paul writes, God's will is our "sanctification" (1 Thessalonians 4:3) - our growth in holiness and Christlikeness.

4. God's will is carried out through human free will and choice. God doesn't typically override our freedom, but invites our cooperation.

5. Discerning God's will requires spiritual attentiveness. Through prayer, reflection, and openness to the Holy Spirit, we can become more attuned to God's leading.

6. God's will is ultimately about His glory and the flourishing of His creation. Our individual callings fit into this larger purpose.

It's important to note that God's will is not always easy or comfortable. Jesus himself struggled with accepting God's will in Gethsemane (Luke 22:42). Yet we can trust that God's will is ultimately good, even when it involves suffering or sacrifice.

Practically speaking, seeking God's will involves both active discernment and trust. We should prayerfully consider our decisions, seek wise counsel, and use the gifts and opportunities God has given us. But we also need to rest in God's sovereignty, knowing that even when we can't see the full picture, God is working all things for good (Romans 8:28).

Just another example of how rotten Islam is

The Bible presents Jesus as both divine and human.
Jesus is the eternal Word of God who became flesh (John 1:1, 14).
He is the promised Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies.
Titles such as Lamb of God, Good Shepherd, and Light of the World describe His roles.
Apostle Paul emphasizes Jesus’ humility and obedience (Philippians 2:6-7).

I recently stumbled across an interesting take on the topic of the Antichrist, asking if he had already appeared. They go into a lot of detail but here is the TLDR:

"There are endless debates among Christians about the coming of the next Antichrist.

But rarely do I see christians ask the question, 'Was the Antichrist already here?'.

Remember, God works on different timescales: “With the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. (2 Peter 3:

Ask yourself: Is there anyone in history who has done more damage to the spread and reputation of Christianity than Muhammad?

The Antichrist is described as one who denies the Father and the Son (1 John 2:22). Muhammad’s teachings explicitly deny the divinity of Jesus and his role as the Son of God, which aligns with this prophecy.

Christian scholars like Thomas Aquinas viewed Islam and Muhammad in a negative light, often associating them with the Antichrist narrative.

The violence, warfare, and personal conduct of Muhammad, including his marriage to 6-year-old Aisha and his strategic use of deception, are seen by critics as fulfilling the characteristics of the Antichrist.

The concept of Taqiyya and the permissibility of lying under certain conditions in Islam are viewed as supporting the deceptive nature of the Antichrist."