Disciple in Salvation

Disciple in Salvation

May 10, 2024

In the past, we all indulged in the desires of the flesh and mind.

We were bound by sin and its consequences. But God, in His abundant mercy and love, rescued us from our spiritual death and brought us to life through Jesus Christ.

Salvation is not achieved through our own goodness or efforts; it is a gift received by repentance and faith in Christ.
When we confess Him as Lord and believe in His sacrificial death and resurrection, we acknowledge our need to turn away from sin and receive the complete work of Christ. This faith leads to a spiritual rebirth, facilitated by the Holy Spirit. It is important to understand that sin does not separate us from God, but it is our faith and trust in Him that brings us closer to Him.

Let us embrace humility and recognize that true collaboration and community stem from acknowledging that God is more and we are less. As Proverbs 10:8 tells us, the wise in heart are those who accept commands, listen, and follow directions.

Jesus reminds us in Mark 10:18 that only God is good while cautioning us against self-righteousness.

In Mark 10:17-22, Jesus encounters a man seeking eternal life. He shares the commandments, and the man proudly claims to have observed them all. However, Jesus reveals that the man lacks one thing: surrendering his possessions and following Him. The man leaves sad, for he valued his possessions more than eternal treasures.

Romans 3:10 reminds us that comparing ourselves with others is unwise, as it can lead to self-deception.

In Luke 18:9-14, Jesus tells a parable about a Pharisee and a tax collector praying at the temple. The Pharisee boasts about his righteousness, while the tax collector humbly acknowledges his sinfulness. Jesus declares that it is the tax collector who goes home justified. We must remember that self-righteousness is rebuked by God, as stated in Matthew 23:27-28. It is crucial to recognize that everything we have comes from God, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 4:7, and to trust in Him rather than relying solely on our own understanding, as Proverbs 3:5 teaches. Trusting in ourselves leads to failure, as Proverbs 14:12 warns.

Seek humility through Christ, for before honor comes humility, as Proverbs 15:33 reveals. Jesus sets an example for us all in Matthew 20:25-27, teaching that greatness lies in serving others and not in exercising authority.

Finally, let us glory only in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, as Paul proclaims in Galatians 6:14, and live by faith, as Habakkuk 2:4 assures us.

Be at peace in the knowledge that the Lord desires our well-being, longs for us to be with Him, and never changes. May our hearts be drawn to Him, for He eagerly waits for us.

‘Embracing humility has opened my eyes to the true beauty of collaboration and community. It’s not about being less, it’s about God being more.’
Gods’ Will for You

Gods’ Will for You

May 7, 2024

Are you longing for a deeper meaning in life, a sense that there is more to be discovered? God understands your desires, He knows your heart and the treasures it seeks. You already have a connection with God, as He resides within the hearts of all mankind. Find peace in your true heart, where Christ dwells.

Finding God’s will for your life is a question that many ponder. It is a good starting point to simply begin the search. God knows your heart and desires for you to know His. Embarking on this path may feel overwhelming at times, but remember that God will never burden you with more than you can bear. The revelation of His will may not always come in awe-inspiring moments, but rather through subtle whispers that align with His word and your heart-in-Christ.

Proverbs 16:4 states, “The Lord works out everything to its proper end—even the wicked for a day of disaster.” Colossians 3:23 reminds us, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” On this path, focus on representing God in all things and seek His guidance through attentive listening. Allow the Holy Spirit to guide you through the ordinary moments of life, transforming them into supernatural experiences. Peace is the key; if you find yourself lacking it, move along to another task and trust the Spirit’s work. When making decisions, take your time, listen for truths, guidance, and God’s voice. God desires your peace and comfort in life’s choices. Stay on the path, representing Christ, until you have clarity, free from the influence of pride or the need to save face. Expect to hear from God and be open to His guidance and understanding.

Romans 5:13 reminds us that sin existed prior to the law, but without the law, sin is not charged against anyone’s account. Now, we live by grace because no one could uphold the law. We failed to follow it, living a period without law. Moses introduced the law by God, and Jesus brought the law of Grace. Your salvation depends on your will.

Isaiah 59:1-2 assures us that the Lord’s power and ability to save are boundless. However, our iniquities have created a separation between us and God, hiding His face from us and inhibiting His ability to hear us.

In Christ, we become new creations. 2 Corinthians 5:17 states, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come.”

Malachi 3:6-7 declares, “I the Lord do not change. So you, the descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed. Ever since the time of your ancestors, you have turned away from my decrees and have not kept them. Return to me, and I will return to you,” says the Lord Almighty.

Change is essential, and we must strive to understand God’s will for us. By seeking knowledge and embracing His guidance, we allow ourselves to transform. Remember, God will never ask too much of you.

Hebrews 13:8 reminds us that Jesus Christ remains constant throughout time – yesterday, today, and forever.

The Character of God

The Character of God

May 6, 2024

If you believe God sends wrath

-Is the Devil, evil itself not God. You will it, by your heart. Jesus sets you free from all that, and He is the perfect completion of Gods’ work. All is foretold before and written to your heart. To the heart of all men.

Mark 6:4-6
Jesus said to them,

“A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home.”
“He could not do any miracles there, except lay his hands on a few sick people and heal them.”
“He was amazed at their lack of faith.”

God wants you well and in His grace but you would have to want it and accept it, receive it in fact. Jesus is the exact copy and complete expressed image of God. perfect. As to the Character of God and whos wrath is it anyway, is the Devil silly. God is Love. God wants you well and to prosper you right now. While nothing is instant for you, it can be in the knowing in all faith you will find what you are seeking now. Questioning you have the wrong view will bring into focus Gods’ will for your life now.

Wrong view. Gods’ Wrath
Right view. Gods’ Love

Is become basic: Good or Bad are opposites, you may not impute Gods’ Character, you know it or you do not.
No idolatry, no maybe, just you naked before God, He knows your heart and He loves you. Knowing divides the word. The word become clear and true and you become righteous in Christ. You are all commanded by God to never change the scriptures but you do, you think you can outpace God. You think you can better explain God, you may not. You may not accept transliterations of scripture it is against God. Speaking for God will end you, is idolatry.

Gods’ Nature Understood

Believing in God, Jesus wants to receive you. All of the kingdom is yours in need in Christ. Come to grace, So you sin, God forgives you, so stop it. Who condemns you more than you do? stop it.

2 Timothy 2:11-15
Here is a trustworthy saying:

If we died with him,
we will also live with him;
if we endure,
we will also reign with him.
we disown him,
he will also disown us;
if we are faithless,
he remains faithful,
for he cannot disown himself.

Dealing With False Teachers

Keep reminding God’s people of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen.
Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.

2 Timothy 3:10-17

You, however, know all about my teaching, my way of life, my purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance,
persecutions, sufferings—what kinds of things happened to me in Antioch, Iconium and Lystra, the persecutions I endured. Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them.
In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,
while evildoers and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived.
But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it,
and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,
so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

Scripture and Word Reveals Truth

2 Peter 1:4

Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.

1 John 4

Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

Psalms 91:11

For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways;

Speak about the following scripture after reading and meditating on them

Read Mathew 4 and Luke 4 today and understand the deceitful nature of the devil and his minions, who manipulate scripture by omitting context and distorting the truth. Evil deceives, but with knowledge of the word, one can live freely.

It is important not to test or tempt the Lord, as the Greek word for “tempted” can also mean “tested”.

God does not hold our iniquities against us.

For those who desire a deeper understanding of the scriptures, I recommend reading Hebrews 1:1, which describes faith as the substance of hope and the evidence of the unseen.

Exploring John 14:9 and 5:19, Mark 6:5, Acts 10:38, John , 4:8, and 3:16, 10:10 is also worthwhile. – Jesus points out that sheep only listen to the voice of their own particular shepherd. I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.””
However, Matthew, particularly Chapter 6 Verse 10, holds great significance.

Take a moment to express to God why you feel blessed. God no longer counts our sins against us; this is how He handles our transgressions. Furthermore, reading 2 Corinthians Chapter 5 Verse 19 sheds light on God’s message of reconciliation of all of creation on Himself, where He forgives sins and offers a fresh start through the Messiah.

Be cautious of Satan’s tactics, as he seeks to prolong your suffering. Jesus eagerly awaits you; all it takes is belief in God. Rest assured, in Christ Jesus, there is no wrath from God.

Manifest A New Life

Manifest A New Life

May 3, 2024

And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.

Christ Jesus

Operate in the Works

 

Born from Above.

Luke advises that true salvation causes change. And Jesus said unto him, “Forbid him not: for he that is not against us is for us.” As the time came for him to be received up, he steadfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem. Sending messengers before him, they entered a village of the Samaritans, but were not received due to his intended journey to Jerusalem. When his disciples James and John witnessed this, they proposed commanding fire to come down from heaven and consume them, but Jesus rebuked them, saying,

“Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of. For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save them.”

And they journeyed to another village.

On their way, a certain man expressed his willingness to follow Jesus wherever he goes. Jesus replied,

“Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.”

Another said, “Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.” But Jesus declared, “Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God.”

Yet another said, “Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.” Jesus responded, “No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.”

According to Jeremiah 29, the Lord knows the thoughts He thinks toward us, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give us an expected end.

If we call upon Him and pray with all our hearts, He will listen and we shall find Him when we seek Him.

Manifest a new life now, for there is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

Without salvation, we are joined with the devil in sin.

In Romans 5:1, it is stated that being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

In Romans 10:10, it is written, “For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”

Renewal comes through salvation.

Romans 8, as there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus who walk according to the Spirit. Let us be of the same mind toward one another, minding not high things but condescending to men of low estate.

In Matthew 16:16, Simon Peter confesses, “Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.”

Luke warns us that whosoever shall be ashamed of Jesus and His words, the Son of man shall be ashamed of them when He comes in His glory. He spoke of His suffering, rejection, and resurrection, and declared,

“If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.”

Do you have the truths you need for salvation?

John 8:30-44 advises that if we continue in Jesus’ word, we shall know the truth, and the truth shall make us free.

Let us not be servants of sin but accept the freedom the Son offers. Believe in Jesus, the truth, and reject the lies of the devil.

Metamorphosis; renewal in the Word reflects mind, body, spirit, and soul. Perhaps you already believe and know these truths, which were written to your heart. Share your knowing with others who may need it.

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Colossians A Summary

Colossians A Summary

Apr 29, 2024

If you have been united with Christ, direct your focus towards heavenly matters, where Christ reigns at the right hand of God. Set your heart on things above, rather than earthly desires.

Through your union with Christ, your life is now hidden with Him in God. When Christ, who is the essence of our existence, is revealed, you too will share in His glory. Consequently, eliminate the worldly aspects of your being: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desires, and greed, which is tantamount to idolatry. Due to such behavior, the wrath of God is imminent upon the disobedient. You were once accustomed to living in the same manner, but now you must rid yourselves of all such things: anger, rage, malice, blasphemy, and coarse language.

Do not deceive one another, as you have discarded your old self and its sinful practices, and have clothed yourselves with the new self, being renewed in knowledge according to the image of your Creator. In this renewed state, there are no divisions between Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave, or free, for Christ is all and in all.

Therefore, as God’s chosen and cherished ones, embody compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with one another and forgive each other if anyone has a grievance against another, just as the Lord forgave you. Above all these virtues, let love be the binding force that unifies them perfectly. Allow the peace of Christ to govern your hearts, since you are called to live in harmony as one body, and always express gratitude.

Let the message of Christ dwell richly among you, as you instruct and encourage one another with wisdom through psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.

Whatever you do, whether in speech or action, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. Wives, submit to your husbands as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. Fathers, avoid provoking your children, lest they become disheartened. Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything, not merely to please them while being watched, but with sincerity of heart, respecting and loving Christ Jesus.

Whatever you do, wholeheartedly work at it, as if you are serving Christ and not human masters, recognizing that you will receive the inheritance from God as your reward. It is Christ whom you serve. However, whoever does wrong will face consequences for their actions, as there is no partiality excepting those whom live in Jesus.

Salvation; Life Set Free

Salvation; Life Set Free

Apr 29, 2024

Most teachers teach in all the religions that you will have to earn your way to Gods’ favor and will have to act particularly to keep it. Many doctrines and philosophies are just that, nothing more. Men trying to better interpret Gods’ Word.

Praying to God for carnal lusts or desires is telling God what to do, and this is against scripture. Pray with praise for a job you are good at, pray for understanding, pray for what you can handle, If you want God’s help, ask for it through Christ, praise but let God decide your capacity – unless you think you are wiser than God. Pray for knowing a thing, pray for translation, pray for insight. We pray you receive and sow with all about you, what you learn.

You are never abandoned ever. In Mathew 28 verses 18, 19 and 20 we are given our mission,

18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

You are in Christ, reborn, you are as Christ, forever new, clean and close to God. We all have a savior in Christ.
In John 3 verse 7, Jesus tells us all, “Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again.”

Teach means disciple, to mentor others in the word. They will have to represent reborn with the true heart of Jesus. It was written to the heart of everyman that all men recognize the truths present in the word, welcome now in the open arms of God, the Son and the Holy Spirit

Ephesians 1
2 Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.

A Christian, a born-again a disciple, a dedicated follower of Jesus. A disciple is a follower or adherent of the teacher. Discipleship is not the same as being a student in the modern sense. A disciple actively imitated willfully both the life and the teaching of Christ Jesus. It was a deliberate apprenticeship, completed become the master disciple a living copy of Jesus. The New Testament records many followers of Jesus. All born-again disciples and Christians were given a mission, after the resurrection of Jesus, or the conversion of Paul, making them apostles, charged with proclaiming the gospel (The Nearly To Good To Be True News) to the world. Jesus emphasized that being his disciples was the way and the path.

In James Chapter 2 verse 19 it says,

“19 Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.”

Christian is identified with by many, claimed in fact under foundations of the law, now and forever freed by Christ Jesus to follow in his path. In Romans 4 verse 13 we hear,
For the promise, that he should be the heir of the world, was not to Abraham, or to his seed, through the law, but through the righteousness of faith.

In John chapter 6 verse 30-31-32 you read,

30 As he spake these words, many believed on him.
31 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;
32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

Freedom is the word of God understood. Many call themselves Christians but are not free, mostly because they think everything, all of life depends on what they do. Fact is this life depends on what Jesus did. It is not what you can do for Jesus, but it is about what Jesus did for you. Trust in you or trust in Jesus and become a disciple in deeds through truth.
You are set free with a ticket to heaven it is within you. In Psalm 91 verse 8 it says,

8 Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold and see the reward of the wicked.

United in Christ who are you? Standing before God what is your identity? No feeling guilt, shame, condemnations for Colossians 3 verse 4 says,

“4 When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.” Verse one says, “3 If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.”

Come to the Light of Salvation, reborn again in Christ Jesus

John 3 verse 19, 20 and 21 the word says,

19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.
20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved.
21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.

One Spirit with Him.

in the Book of 1 Corinthians 6 verse 17 the word says,

17 But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit.

Jesus with you, Within you. You are becoming.

Hidden in Christ we are one with God.

You cannot fix the past, so we will press on together in Christ, It is so simple, if you cannot fix the past you will replace it. In Corinthians 5 verse 17 it says,

“17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”

In the book of Colossians 3 verse 3 I quote,

“3 For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” in Christ you are anew all old is replaced.

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