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| John 18:35-37 35 “Am I a Jew?” Pilate replied. “Your own people and chief priests handed you over to me. What is it you have done?” 36 Jesus said, “My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But now my kingdom is from another place.” 37 “You are a king, then!” said Pilate. Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. In fact, the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.” It is amazing that anyone would question the politics of God. The reason the World hates us is because we testify on God's behalf that what is done is evil as Jesus did when talking to his brothers (John 7:6-8). While many twist this and advance a social gospel the power of Christ is evident in all corners of the world. The time of the Lord is not come, and evil must have its day first God is seeking to be absolute ruler of our hearts no devotion comes above him (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) So how do we participate in the politics of Christ? We ae of course his ambassadors meaning we are his subjects every day. Many misapply the great commission when in fact Not all Christians were called here however, we are called to represent Christ and spread his word/glory as his representatives in whatever we do. This is wherre regeneration comes in because in our Flesh we can't be loyal to God only those born again are freed in in thought, attitude, and soul to glorify our Father in Heaven. |
| Matthew 22:13-15 13 “Then the king told the attendants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ 14 “For many are invited, but few are chosen.” Grace invites us in it does not force us to accept the Lordship of God but if we deny his Lordship he can deny us grace. heart.” |
| Many today equate AI with the beast system and say the death of the two witnesses proves mast communication at that time and it may be so, but not necessarily. Why for instance are horses mentioned so much? AS far as communication the world could be linked by demonic messenger for this will be a time when the supernatural and natural are closer together than ever before. This does not mean we could not almost destroy ourselves before the end however. Regardless of how the end comes and despite what men say there are still some things that must happen like the rebuilding of the temple of Jerusalem. For fun below are some verses from Revelation possibly pointing to a lower tech society in which animals are again a great mode of transportation. Revelation 14:20 They were trampled in the winepress outside the city, and blood flowed out of the press, rising as high as the horses’ bridles for a distance of 1,600 stadia. Revelation 18:13 cargoes of cinnamon and spice, of incense, myrrh and frankincense, of wine and olive oil, of fine flour and wheat; cattle and sheep; horses and carriages; and human beings sold as slaves. Revelation 19:18 so that you may eat the flesh of kings, generals, and the mighty, of horses and their riders, and the flesh of all people, free and slave, great and small.” In Context | Full Chapter | Other Translations |
| Christians greatest weakness and greatest strength is the Truth. As demonstrated in the gospels Jesus does not tell us everything and Christians can be great statesmen, not being above a little politicking like Paul who knew how to divide the Sanhedrin. Christians are called to be as shrew as serpents and innocent as doves. Jesus is the way the truth and the life. Christians walk in truth. Unlike nearly every other belief system, from Islam to the Atheist, which actually encourage lying to advance their agendas In the The Christian relationship we are calle to walk in the light and proclaim the truth. This is one reason why the faithful are feared and hated because of their unadulterated penchant for truth. |
| In scripture we are told to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us(Matthew 5:44) as well as bless and not curse (Romans 8:14), but we certainly don't want evil counsel to succeed. So how do you pray for evil men of power? In my own life I pray firstly that wicked men see the light of Christ and repent, but I also pray that if not they may lose their power to others of more Godly bent. Examples of such prayers I believe range from local men such as doctors who murder babies or the old to kings and presidents who push blatantly antibiblical values such as gender confusion. It is ironic that Witches will curse Christians because of their values yet how often do we pray for the failur of evil. This is not wishing evil upon the lost or asking for the destruction of livelihoods, should we not however pray first of the sucess of the gospel and the repentance of men but also for the deliverance from evil as the Lords prayer itself asks. |
| Jesus talked about bad branches and fruit quite a bit. Our works do not save us but if we are in him they will manifest. Based on the existence of covenants and different types of promises ie conditional and unconditional prove the falseness of the argument for eternal security. Those for eternal security might argue that this makes faith a religion of works, nothing could be further from the truth. all who believe in the existence of various conditional and unconditional promises acknowledge that no works can save us. It would actually be contrary to the goodness of God to force one who is in Freedom to serve him. Jesus gave further examples of the type of covenant he had established in both the parable of the sower and the wedding banquet. Hebrews makes it clear the sacrifice covers our sin once and for all but for those who trample on such sacrifice are in eternal trouble. The false assertion is then often made that if we can fall away then any sin could separate us, nothing could be further from the truth for God is gracious and forgiving does not scripture say in talking to believers that there is a sin that leads to death (1 John 5:16). These covenants necessitate different types of destiny from conditional to absolute. Indeed, predestination does not necessitate eternal security. Does not scripture say many are called but few are chosen (Matthew 22:14)? Even if there were absolute destiny, which in some cases there are like the destiny of the devil because he went beyond the point of no return, this does not require absolute destiny for everyone. Scripture warns multiple times and multiple ways about the Christian quenching the fire or growing cold. |
| Now many of Disney's messages are clearly not friendly to the gospel of Jesus, but one movie in the midst of its feel goodism, pantheism, and typical platitudes did offer one for those seeking to portray Christ. What was that biblical advice? Quite simply Acuna Matata- In talking to those who are following Christ Scripture simply says don't be anxious about anything but in prayer and petition present your request to God (Philippians 4:5-7). Obviously this is not the same as running away from responsibility, but if applied appropriately this is how we should appproach the cares of the world because of the supremacy of God. |
| Best biblical personal examples possibly supporting eternal security 1. The life of king Saul anointed as king who was rejected from his post and died because of sin and according to some accounts took his own life but was told he would be with Samuel in paradise. 2. Peter- Outright denied the Lord but was restored (He however was more of a rejection than a falling away) He exemples perhaps fits better many later church members who denied their Lord during persecution but if they were true their sin could have been forgiven but the penalty remains 3. David- the previous leads into this David’s bout with Bethsheba was surely a slide into sin and a very dangerous place as David himself recognized. Personal examples against eternal security 1. The life of Balaam the prophet who dabbled in sorcery. We know he was a true prophet because the scripture tells us such but we also know of his wickedness as we are told that as well 2. The Life of Judas Iscariot- many might argue Judas was always a bad egg for he would be described later in ministry as a thief but there is no proof, he started out this way. 3. Fall of Satan – While Satan is not human like Adam he started without sin and ohough chosen before the world as a Herald of the mighty God became his chief opponent 4. The fall of King Solomon- We know God had promised not to remove him as king and we are not told of his eternal destination, but we do know he fell from his close relationship with God. Based on these examples security is arguable but far from as ironclad as many Christians would deem. It makes sense that examples of redemption are greater than destruction because God is not willing that any should perish and either side would agree the main thrust of scripture is our hope in Jesus Christ. Since God is the same yesterday today and forever (Hebrews 13:8) that we can look at Old Testament characters without the distinction of saying they lived before Christ as Christ was the propitiation before the beginning of the World. The life of Saul and the life of Ballam two examples from two possible sides of an argument. Now of course there are different types and times of covenant and promise but that aside what can we see from these two men. Taking Saul first (1 Samuel 28) 1. The lord had taken away the kingship 2. The Lord would not answer Saul's inquiries 3. Saul Sought to reach the Lord any way, even the forbidden that he could. In this we see a very twisted man who would die for his sins but whom Samuel still said would be with him in Paradise. If this was a waiting place for saints, then we could assume someday we will see king Saul in heaven. Is this indeed an example of predestined security. Now what about Ballam (Numbers 22-25)? 1. Balaam was a prophet the fact that God spoke to him often can't be denied 2. Balaam resorted often to sorcery and was hired to curse Israel 3.Balaam is later described as one who loved the wages of wickedness Now in God's dealings and specifically the Law we see that God is a God of purity and that one can't go on being divided some might argue that the prophet never knew God however he is called a prophet and not a prophet of some False God. Could he be an example of one who knew the truth but was enticed away thus showing that man can lose genuine relationship with God when he puts other things first. |
| While any Christian will acknowledge the need to repent and admit that there are false believers, they are often split on eternal security. Ironically the typically very fair minded and biblically sound men attack this fear on human arguments and not the totality of scripture. The main thrusts of both sides are spelled out below. Types of argument for eternal security 1. Salvation is a free gift and can't be taken away becaus the one who is in us is greater than all 2. God does not have us walking in a spirit of fear and if we know Him we are called to walk boldly before Him repenting and denying our flesh. 3.God will not lose those he has predestined and or have been adopted as sons Types of arguments against eternal security 1. The writings of Paul and Peter and references to the great apostacy and falling away 2. The covenants God made with individuals and nations old and New Testament 3.Jesus own warnings such as the grafted branches and elsewhere (this also spills over into the question of the unpardonable sin) 4. God's relationship with angels and the fall of Satan Ones understanding of eternal security should not cause Christians to be generally more judgmental or more fearful than other servants of the Lord. If someone has a true repentant heart that is a gift from God, and we should not stand in the way. Nevertheless, such belief does see a sin that leads to death that we should not necessarily pray for though we are called to intercede for our brothers (1 John 5:15-17). Perhaps it is better to not know the point of such sin so that we valiantly fight for all souls lest God’s spirit directly forbids it. Ones understanding of eternal security affects 1. How one reads the Bible 2. How one understands the character of God 3. How one understands predestination 4. How we understand free will 5. How one understands various covenants In short for those who believe in the unpardonable sin, which is not suicide as demonstrated by Saul though this is a very grievous sin, and in falling away disagree vehemently with many well-established assumptions. However, to call such people Arminian is to show a lack of understanding of the historical man and this ideal which may or may not demonstrate one as a follower of his teachings. One’s belief one way or another should in no way be a core doctrine of any church as it does not in itself affect the tenets of salvation. However, one's belief in either direction does or should have profound effects on how one sees |
| Ephesians 6:11-13 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Christians are primarily concerned about representing Christ in the world and this is most clear cut in the ministry, though even here great wisdom is needed when interacting with varying cultures and people. The more prevalent questions of living out faith in our Lord Jesus Christ occur in the world for everyone from politicians to farmers. We fight in the case of immorality by fleeing it and weare also told to resist the devil, but what does this mean? Our lives must be of deliberate choices. Choices running the gambit of putting our kids in a school system steeped in evil philosophy to questions of government and holiday celebration. If rich would I invest in such companies as Disney in order to maybe influence its core or would I stay away from such as a corrupted entity? Would I vote for the lesser of two evils or would I only vote for the individuals I knew were on my side. Other questions for the more oppressed include do they rebel, realizing that authority comes from God and has no right when it itself is mired in rebellion or do we submit realizing all authorities even the most corrupt are only there because God has allowed it? Not fighting as the world fights does not mean Christians do not always bear arms nor does it mean they always do. What fighting as a Christian truly means is to crucify our flesh daily and follow him. Surely whatever we seek to do a large part of our lives must be spent on our knees. In this we realize like ancient Israel that the battle belongs to the Lord. |
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