Points are shared on government, religious liberty, and the price believers must pay to have a presence as a community of faith. The work of any government is the making and keeping of agreements (we say, contracts, covenants, treaties). Every legitimate government acknowledges that its population requires the full spectrum of human needs be met, including those that are carnal, emotional, financial, intellectual, psychological, sexual, social, and spiritual. Throughout human history, government as a tool of the World has been used both to support and to suppress religious expression. A necessary goal for every community is the continuation of its own existence; and some tasks unselfishly undertaken now are intended to benefit later generations, and their offspring they will never live to see. In addition to providing money and human resources for things concrete, mundane and pedestrian, there must be a focus upon things that are conceptual, speculative, and unseen. Included are benefits for minorities (e.g., children, ethnic groups, veterans, women) that will not be delivered directly to everyone; normative conditions and services we acknowledge as having benefit, therefore, ought and should be available within the community (e.g., hospitals, libraries, preschool); unmet needs; possibilities; and a controlled process that will carry all into the diverse experiences of life. An angry writer at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “nepaliasianman”, (Level 3 with 1,667 points, a member since June 03, 2015) posted the following:
Why don't the government demolish all the churches since their not paying taxes?
If churches are not a bussiness than don't donate your money to Preachers and Pastors?
If you don't large amount of money to these people and make them rich than it is a bussiness organisation and should immediately start paying taxes or fined. If not demolish the damn Church?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all. Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, And laid them down at the apostles’ feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need. (Acts 4: 32-35, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Separation of Church and State (07/04/2014); On Being Good Stewards (12/17/2013); Traditional Marriage? (12/18/2013); Sacrificial Relationship? (10/23/2013); Relationship by Unselfish Giving?(10/24/2013); A Spirit Church? (04/04/2013); My Brother’s Keeper (04/05/2013); Attending Church? (11/12/2012); Attending Church? (11/13/2012)
“nepaliasianman”, you have a friend in high places who is willing to tell you that, those who are angry against the church usually do not have sacred knowledge that comes from divinity, and are strangers to the true nature and work of believers. Struggling with the hostile view that comes from such sources as academics, complainers, disbelievers, gossips, neighbors, and public media, the church is taken to be an excuse, or explanation (we say, scapegoat) for serious failures, losses, and problems within a community. Seen “up close, and personal,” the day-to-day life within the church is seen to operate strictly upon the basis of loving acceptance, godliness, sacrifice, and suffering. Please consider the following:
(1.) The shared commitment to permanently live together as a sovereign collective to be known as a commonwealth, municipality, state or nation is one to combine and equitably distribute goods, merchandise, real property, and other resources to ensure communication, exchange, growth, health, prosperity, security, and survival.
(2.) The many goals expressed by government as the establishment of personal freedom also correctly include allowing and encouraging the full development, maturation and participation of all its citizens. Thus, included are provisions for individual expressions of conscience, faith, “peace of mind,” and spiritual development (we say, religious liberty).
(3.) Funding of operations for churches and their programs that address the quality of life as they serve the community include the full range of expenses seen with every institution within the state. Money must be privately raised for such recurring expenses as mortgages, rents, insurance, property taxes, cooling/heating, indoor plumbing, lights, sanitation, and repairs to say nothing of food, clothing, water, rectory, books, informational handouts (we say, programs), instruments, sheet music, advertising, or media broadcasts. As with many businesses, the church and its members also come under the attack of deceivers, false brethren, liars, plunderers, robbers, thieves, thugs, and vandals.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and patiently taken into account. (For example, (4.) The service provided by religious communities often are called intangibles, for they pertain to immeasurable and irreplaceable aspects of a community’s life and value. Included are its reputation (we say, name, track record) for compassion, discipline, farsightedness, honor, integrity, intelligence, maturity, stability, soundness, strength, and trustworthiness.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith, sacred knowledge, and spiritual maturity.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Monday, June 29, 2015
(06/29/2015) Is Prayer Outside Time and Space?
The frameworks of time and space, mortality, and prayer are considered, today. The fighter at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Methane Mamma” (Level 7 with 64,960 points, a member since November 02, 2010) posted the following thrust to “stump” believers:
Christians, if your God exists outside space and time, how can it hear your prayers?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts, And saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation. For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water: Whereby the world that then was, being overflowed with water, perished: But the heavens and the earth, which are now, by the same word are kept in store, reserved unto fire against the day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men. But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat? (2nd Peter 3: 3-12, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Prayer Behavior? (04/07/2015); How GOD Answers Prayer? (01/09/2015); Prayer, Dreams and Messages? (01/27/2015); GOD and The Framework of Time (09/20/2014); About Knowing the Name of GOD (09/21/2014); Time Before the Sun? (04/14/2013); The Obedience of Jesus? (04/15/2013)
“Methane Mamma”, the GOD you have been carefully asking and learning about for so long both hears and answers prayer. While the topics of human devotions and prayer may include carnal, material, and social concerns along with emotions, fears, needs and desires, the content, process, and substance of prayer is entirely “spirit” engaging Spirit. The believer who prays appears in the full sacred presence through the person of Jesus Christ; and through his ministry and service as our High Priest, prayer becomes a “doing of the word” within the Temple of the heaven, and the ministry of Christ upon the earth. Consider again the following:
(1.) The frameworks of time and space have been provided through the operations of divine law; are not obstacles to divinity; and constitute mechanisms to manage finite data and information about and from the physical environment itself as well as the objects (including the living) it may contain by acknowledging relation (e.g., attachment, dimension, distance, juxtaposition).
(2.) Sacred knowledge pertains to entities, operations and purposes that are independently endless, eternal, immortal and permanent.
(3.) Prayer exists as communication within an intimate relationship to Deity through multiple aspects of living person that exist both within the Creator and the created. Included must be faith, holiness, longsuffering, love, righteousness, wisdom, and wrath against sin.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (4.) Believers also are using prayer to prepare for the coming of Jesus to harvest the earth. In the figure of Passover, the blood from the body of Jesus released at his crucifixion must travel across time and space to cover us, here, today. To correctly know and understand this, the living must endure a rebirth wherein consciousness concerning the things from GOD will be altered; yet, the spheres of life will appear to continue as though unchanged. At the coming of Jesus, mortality will be ended, and the total purification, sanctification and transformation of mankind will be revealed. There will be renewal on a cosmic scale that includes the heaven, the earth and the universe.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith, sacred knowledge, and spiritual maturity.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Christians, if your God exists outside space and time, how can it hear your prayers?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts, And saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation. For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water: Whereby the world that then was, being overflowed with water, perished: But the heavens and the earth, which are now, by the same word are kept in store, reserved unto fire against the day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men. But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up. Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat? (2nd Peter 3: 3-12, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Prayer Behavior? (04/07/2015); How GOD Answers Prayer? (01/09/2015); Prayer, Dreams and Messages? (01/27/2015); GOD and The Framework of Time (09/20/2014); About Knowing the Name of GOD (09/21/2014); Time Before the Sun? (04/14/2013); The Obedience of Jesus? (04/15/2013)
“Methane Mamma”, the GOD you have been carefully asking and learning about for so long both hears and answers prayer. While the topics of human devotions and prayer may include carnal, material, and social concerns along with emotions, fears, needs and desires, the content, process, and substance of prayer is entirely “spirit” engaging Spirit. The believer who prays appears in the full sacred presence through the person of Jesus Christ; and through his ministry and service as our High Priest, prayer becomes a “doing of the word” within the Temple of the heaven, and the ministry of Christ upon the earth. Consider again the following:
(1.) The frameworks of time and space have been provided through the operations of divine law; are not obstacles to divinity; and constitute mechanisms to manage finite data and information about and from the physical environment itself as well as the objects (including the living) it may contain by acknowledging relation (e.g., attachment, dimension, distance, juxtaposition).
(2.) Sacred knowledge pertains to entities, operations and purposes that are independently endless, eternal, immortal and permanent.
(3.) Prayer exists as communication within an intimate relationship to Deity through multiple aspects of living person that exist both within the Creator and the created. Included must be faith, holiness, longsuffering, love, righteousness, wisdom, and wrath against sin.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (4.) Believers also are using prayer to prepare for the coming of Jesus to harvest the earth. In the figure of Passover, the blood from the body of Jesus released at his crucifixion must travel across time and space to cover us, here, today. To correctly know and understand this, the living must endure a rebirth wherein consciousness concerning the things from GOD will be altered; yet, the spheres of life will appear to continue as though unchanged. At the coming of Jesus, mortality will be ended, and the total purification, sanctification and transformation of mankind will be revealed. There will be renewal on a cosmic scale that includes the heaven, the earth and the universe.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith, sacred knowledge, and spiritual maturity.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Sunday, June 28, 2015
(06/28/2015) Justified for Attacking The Bible?
Blasphemy,
grace, divine prerogative, presumption, and the sin of
self-justification to annul divine judgment are in view, today. One of the fighters at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Anonymous” and seeking distinction as “an unknown soldier,” posted the following:
How can mortal man speak out against the Bible and feel justified in doing so?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. (Luke 18: 9-14, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Correct in Only Your Mind? (05/04/2015); Justifying GOD? (03/15/2015); Bible and Spirit (04/26/2014); Personality? (04/27/2014); Words Spoken By GOD? (06/05/2013); Teachings on Judgment (06/06/2013); Wanting To Have Our Way (03/09/2013)
“Anonymous”, created beings and living creatures persist in error and sin that oppose the continued existence of divine law, divine order, and sacred knowledge on the basis of affiliation (e.g., family; fornication through sexual joining; peer pressure; the influence of significant others; strength in numbers); arrogance; ignorance; exaggerated pride; and lack of their own divine content (we say, new life by rebirth; sanctification; the imparted Spirit of GOD). Only the Creator has provided justification for the entities, operations, and purposes emanated from Deity. Included are such manifestations as atonement, confession, forgiveness, Incarnation, love, mercy, repentance, resurrection, sacrifice, salvation, wisdom, and wrath against sin. Consider again:
(1.) Psalms 119: 9-12, King James Version (KJV): 9 Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. 10 With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. 11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. 12 Blessed art thou, O LORD: teach me thy statutes.
(2.) Psalms 119: 98-104, KJV: 98 Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies: for they are ever with me. 99 I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation. 100 I understand more than the ancients, because I keep thy precepts. 101 I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word. 102 I have not departed from thy judgments: for thou hast taught me. 103 How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth! 104 Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way.
(3.) 1st Timothy 6: 3-5, KJV: 3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; 4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.
(4.) Matthew 12: 36-37, KJV: 36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.
(5.) 1st Corinthians 12: 3, KJV: 3 Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost.
(6.) 2nd Timothy 2: 14-16, KJV: 14 Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers. 15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 16 But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
Even though we are given stern admonitions, we are correct to acknowledge, there is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (7.) Romans 8: 28-30, KJV: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 29 For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. 30 Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith, sacred knowledge, and spiritual maturity.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
How can mortal man speak out against the Bible and feel justified in doing so?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. (Luke 18: 9-14, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Correct in Only Your Mind? (05/04/2015); Justifying GOD? (03/15/2015); Bible and Spirit (04/26/2014); Personality? (04/27/2014); Words Spoken By GOD? (06/05/2013); Teachings on Judgment (06/06/2013); Wanting To Have Our Way (03/09/2013)
“Anonymous”, created beings and living creatures persist in error and sin that oppose the continued existence of divine law, divine order, and sacred knowledge on the basis of affiliation (e.g., family; fornication through sexual joining; peer pressure; the influence of significant others; strength in numbers); arrogance; ignorance; exaggerated pride; and lack of their own divine content (we say, new life by rebirth; sanctification; the imparted Spirit of GOD). Only the Creator has provided justification for the entities, operations, and purposes emanated from Deity. Included are such manifestations as atonement, confession, forgiveness, Incarnation, love, mercy, repentance, resurrection, sacrifice, salvation, wisdom, and wrath against sin. Consider again:
(1.) Psalms 119: 9-12, King James Version (KJV): 9 Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. 10 With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. 11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. 12 Blessed art thou, O LORD: teach me thy statutes.
(2.) Psalms 119: 98-104, KJV: 98 Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies: for they are ever with me. 99 I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation. 100 I understand more than the ancients, because I keep thy precepts. 101 I have refrained my feet from every evil way, that I might keep thy word. 102 I have not departed from thy judgments: for thou hast taught me. 103 How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth! 104 Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way.
(3.) 1st Timothy 6: 3-5, KJV: 3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; 4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, 5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.
(4.) Matthew 12: 36-37, KJV: 36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned.
(5.) 1st Corinthians 12: 3, KJV: 3 Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost.
(6.) 2nd Timothy 2: 14-16, KJV: 14 Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers. 15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 16 But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.
Even though we are given stern admonitions, we are correct to acknowledge, there is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (7.) Romans 8: 28-30, KJV: 28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 29 For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. 30 Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith, sacred knowledge, and spiritual maturity.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Friday, June 26, 2015
(06/26/2015) The Law is Not Grievous
The function, nature, and righteousness of divine law are topics, today. The writer at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Grace” (Level 2 with 389 points, a member since May 19, 2010) posted the following:
How can people claim to be living under grace when they try to keep the laws in the Old Testament?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments. For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous. For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? This is he that came by water and blood, even Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit that beareth witness, because the Spirit is truth. For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one. And there are three that bear witness in earth, the Spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one. If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son. He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son. (1st John 5: 1-10, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: The Decalogue A Moral Guide? (04/15/2015); Grace is Not Against Law (07/23/2014); Cruel and Offensive (07/24/2014); The Benefit of Law? (11/15/2013); Are Holidays Bad? (11/16/2013); The Benefit of Grace (03/19/2013); Magical Resurrection? (03/20/2013); Life and Death (09/26/2012); Mob Rule and Violence (09/27/2012)
“Grace”, thinking and speaking as men and women of GOD, all who acknowledge Jesus Christ as their redeemer and savior enter into covenant with one who, like the law, is an appearance and manifesting of divine grace. Only where the law is embraced and internalized as a standard does one receive the assurances and benefits deposited through sacred law. Similarly, only where one engages Christ in a personal relationship do they experience the new life where their own person and being become expressions of divine commandment, and eternal law. Consider again the following points shared among Christian believers:
(1.) The law is an embodiment or form (we also may say, incarnation) presenting divinity, and is putting forth divine order, existence, and life.
(2.) The law is not grievous (we say, oppressive; contrary to the divine nature established within us through rebirth).
(3.) As an emanation from the makeup of Deity, the law may be understood as consecrated utterance (we say, breath, life essence, spirit, word). The spirit content and substance of the living are addressed more than their attitudes, behavior and conduct. Saying this another way: As a dimension of Creation, the input to the living must determine the output from the living.
(4.) Given that most presentations of divine law may be recognized as broad guidelines, precepts, and principles to be applied among those within covenant with GOD as a holy people, exchange, interaction, and solidarity should be uppermost when assigning and determining correct value for the many ordinances, rules and statutes that appear. The meaning and value of the law goes beyond its application to specific acts, events, and works.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) All the legitimate claims and understandings shared from those in Christ proceed from sacred knowledge, insight, operations of the Holy Spirit, and trust to Godward. The essential and indispensable operation of the law is that it imparts divine order and structure for continuing the presence of divine life essence. Thus, the righteousness from the law is no less than immortality (timelessness and eternal life) .) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
How can people claim to be living under grace when they try to keep the laws in the Old Testament?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments. For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous. For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? This is he that came by water and blood, even Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit that beareth witness, because the Spirit is truth. For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one. And there are three that bear witness in earth, the Spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one. If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son. He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son. (1st John 5: 1-10, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: The Decalogue A Moral Guide? (04/15/2015); Grace is Not Against Law (07/23/2014); Cruel and Offensive (07/24/2014); The Benefit of Law? (11/15/2013); Are Holidays Bad? (11/16/2013); The Benefit of Grace (03/19/2013); Magical Resurrection? (03/20/2013); Life and Death (09/26/2012); Mob Rule and Violence (09/27/2012)
“Grace”, thinking and speaking as men and women of GOD, all who acknowledge Jesus Christ as their redeemer and savior enter into covenant with one who, like the law, is an appearance and manifesting of divine grace. Only where the law is embraced and internalized as a standard does one receive the assurances and benefits deposited through sacred law. Similarly, only where one engages Christ in a personal relationship do they experience the new life where their own person and being become expressions of divine commandment, and eternal law. Consider again the following points shared among Christian believers:
(1.) The law is an embodiment or form (we also may say, incarnation) presenting divinity, and is putting forth divine order, existence, and life.
(2.) The law is not grievous (we say, oppressive; contrary to the divine nature established within us through rebirth).
(3.) As an emanation from the makeup of Deity, the law may be understood as consecrated utterance (we say, breath, life essence, spirit, word). The spirit content and substance of the living are addressed more than their attitudes, behavior and conduct. Saying this another way: As a dimension of Creation, the input to the living must determine the output from the living.
(4.) Given that most presentations of divine law may be recognized as broad guidelines, precepts, and principles to be applied among those within covenant with GOD as a holy people, exchange, interaction, and solidarity should be uppermost when assigning and determining correct value for the many ordinances, rules and statutes that appear. The meaning and value of the law goes beyond its application to specific acts, events, and works.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) All the legitimate claims and understandings shared from those in Christ proceed from sacred knowledge, insight, operations of the Holy Spirit, and trust to Godward. The essential and indispensable operation of the law is that it imparts divine order and structure for continuing the presence of divine life essence. Thus, the righteousness from the law is no less than immortality (timelessness and eternal life) .) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Thursday, June 25, 2015
(06/25/2015) Denying Mutual Need?
A young person’s accountability, achieving independence, church attendance, and parental responsibility are topics, again. Claiming that she understands, a young writer at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Marcy” (Level 1 with 2 points, a member since July 30, 2014) posted the following:
My dad doesn't understand... please help! (Religious question..)?
I told my dad I don't believe in organized religion and he told me I needed to go to church to believe and follow God.. but I don't him I didn't need to I can pray where ever I want and I don't need a priest or a church to do... So he said when God comes down to take us or if i'm standing before God in the end he's not going to speak for me he is going to speak for himself... So he pretty much told me to go to hell.
Me and my dad never had a stable relationship since he was never their for me when I was little and we never see eye to eye..But I don't know what kind of father would say that to their child..! This happened yesterday and I haven't talked to him since.. I'm to scared to go downstairs and talk to him..
I can't believe he doesn't support my religious chose.. The bible said that you do not need a priest or to be in a building to follow God, all you need to do is pray and ask for forgiveness and your set for life (Or when you pass away...)
He also said my grandfather was a bad person because he supported me... (my grandfather is more of a dad than my real dad ever was..) My grandfather has gone to catholic schools all his life and church all his life and he's read the whole bible more than once but here is my dad judging people, being selfish, and he use to smoke and drink!
I don't know what to do! Please help... He doesn't understand... :(
(Sorry if my grammar is bad.. I wrote this quickly and I don't feel like correcting because I need an answer now..)
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, (Hebrews 10: 23-26, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Understanding Spiritual Growth? (03/13/2015); Forced To Attend Church? (02/22/2015); Disliking Other Christians? (06/03/2014); Kicked Out By Parents? (11/27/2013); Before Getting Baptized? (11/28/2013); Church is Good? (06/15/2013); Feeling Loved By GOD? (06/16/2013); The Faith of Ones Parents? (11/18/2012); Reading Only The Red Part (11/19/2012)
“Marcy”, be cautious of those who are quick to give “advice to the lovelorn,” and personal counsel on faith that has not come forth from GOD through meditation, prayer, or the holy writings. The behavior you are describing threatens the solidarity and unity of the church, and is often labeled as apostasy (i.e., falling away), backsliding, and denying we need each other. Here are some points shared among Christian believers that have helped many avoid error and spiritual confusion:
(1.) The kingdom of GOD, and the church of Jesus Christ operate upon the basis of spiritual elements such as sacred knowledge, divine law, sacramental practices, godly principles, prophecy, and revelation. In baptism, the inborn spirit of a believer “dies”, and there is rebirth of a new creature, one having spirit substance from the makeup of divinity. All who are “born again” must “grow up again,” and become mature by meeting the challenges of life (we say, growing pains) upon the earth, and behaving in association with others who have similar spirit content from GOD.
(2.) As the offspring of Adam, all mankind has become defiled through the invisible operations of sin. Through the ministries of Christ upon the earth and from the heaven, men are now able to recognize and resist sin more completely and correctly; however, sin is not eliminated or totally removed. Believers must accept permanent change of their spirit content to become conformable to the model of Christ. Such inseparable aspects of spirit must be acquired and maintained in balance as faith, holiness, longsuffering, love, trust, truth, wisdom, and wrath against sin.
(3.) All Christian believers are to operate as priests and kings, who also teach and spread the gospel through their “identity”, their lifestyle, manner of dress, speech, etc. within a closed community of those who are chosen. While established by new birth as sons and daughters to GOD, believers are not yet perfected (we say, finished, ripe, ready for harvest at the second coming of Jesus). In the same way new born babies must have nourishment and support from adult caretakers, young believers need support and encouragement throughout their growth and passage from level to level of accountability, authority, duty, responsibility, and understanding.
(4.) There are different benefits from participation in the church as a carnal, material and social body (you say, institution), and the church as a body comprised of only those spirits in eternal commitment to Christ. Because we remain in flesh, we continue to require experiences of being under authority, exchange, focus, hearing, providing leadership, sharing and taking initiative. Believers are to receive those prepared and sent from Christ with the same spirit they would receive the Master. Only the church may properly supply believers set apart for Christ with such resources as affirmation, comfort, companionship, communion, discernment, giving, gratitude, praise, service and zeal.
There is a lot more that should be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) Know that when your attitude and behavior become so combative and rejecting of parental counsel, the Spirit of Jesus Christ is not at work in you. Often, the problem is not that parents are in error, the error is with the one making complaint. This is specially true where we begin to condemn and regard family as tools of the Adversary, and can not discern a divine intent and sacred motives in those expressing their love by opposition. Our prayer should be that we may change (ask, listen, reflect, show gratitude), not that GOD change them so we can have our way.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
My dad doesn't understand... please help! (Religious question..)?
I told my dad I don't believe in organized religion and he told me I needed to go to church to believe and follow God.. but I don't him I didn't need to I can pray where ever I want and I don't need a priest or a church to do... So he said when God comes down to take us or if i'm standing before God in the end he's not going to speak for me he is going to speak for himself... So he pretty much told me to go to hell.
Me and my dad never had a stable relationship since he was never their for me when I was little and we never see eye to eye..But I don't know what kind of father would say that to their child..! This happened yesterday and I haven't talked to him since.. I'm to scared to go downstairs and talk to him..
I can't believe he doesn't support my religious chose.. The bible said that you do not need a priest or to be in a building to follow God, all you need to do is pray and ask for forgiveness and your set for life (Or when you pass away...)
He also said my grandfather was a bad person because he supported me... (my grandfather is more of a dad than my real dad ever was..) My grandfather has gone to catholic schools all his life and church all his life and he's read the whole bible more than once but here is my dad judging people, being selfish, and he use to smoke and drink!
I don't know what to do! Please help... He doesn't understand... :(
(Sorry if my grammar is bad.. I wrote this quickly and I don't feel like correcting because I need an answer now..)
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, (Hebrews 10: 23-26, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Understanding Spiritual Growth? (03/13/2015); Forced To Attend Church? (02/22/2015); Disliking Other Christians? (06/03/2014); Kicked Out By Parents? (11/27/2013); Before Getting Baptized? (11/28/2013); Church is Good? (06/15/2013); Feeling Loved By GOD? (06/16/2013); The Faith of Ones Parents? (11/18/2012); Reading Only The Red Part (11/19/2012)
“Marcy”, be cautious of those who are quick to give “advice to the lovelorn,” and personal counsel on faith that has not come forth from GOD through meditation, prayer, or the holy writings. The behavior you are describing threatens the solidarity and unity of the church, and is often labeled as apostasy (i.e., falling away), backsliding, and denying we need each other. Here are some points shared among Christian believers that have helped many avoid error and spiritual confusion:
(1.) The kingdom of GOD, and the church of Jesus Christ operate upon the basis of spiritual elements such as sacred knowledge, divine law, sacramental practices, godly principles, prophecy, and revelation. In baptism, the inborn spirit of a believer “dies”, and there is rebirth of a new creature, one having spirit substance from the makeup of divinity. All who are “born again” must “grow up again,” and become mature by meeting the challenges of life (we say, growing pains) upon the earth, and behaving in association with others who have similar spirit content from GOD.
(2.) As the offspring of Adam, all mankind has become defiled through the invisible operations of sin. Through the ministries of Christ upon the earth and from the heaven, men are now able to recognize and resist sin more completely and correctly; however, sin is not eliminated or totally removed. Believers must accept permanent change of their spirit content to become conformable to the model of Christ. Such inseparable aspects of spirit must be acquired and maintained in balance as faith, holiness, longsuffering, love, trust, truth, wisdom, and wrath against sin.
(3.) All Christian believers are to operate as priests and kings, who also teach and spread the gospel through their “identity”, their lifestyle, manner of dress, speech, etc. within a closed community of those who are chosen. While established by new birth as sons and daughters to GOD, believers are not yet perfected (we say, finished, ripe, ready for harvest at the second coming of Jesus). In the same way new born babies must have nourishment and support from adult caretakers, young believers need support and encouragement throughout their growth and passage from level to level of accountability, authority, duty, responsibility, and understanding.
(4.) There are different benefits from participation in the church as a carnal, material and social body (you say, institution), and the church as a body comprised of only those spirits in eternal commitment to Christ. Because we remain in flesh, we continue to require experiences of being under authority, exchange, focus, hearing, providing leadership, sharing and taking initiative. Believers are to receive those prepared and sent from Christ with the same spirit they would receive the Master. Only the church may properly supply believers set apart for Christ with such resources as affirmation, comfort, companionship, communion, discernment, giving, gratitude, praise, service and zeal.
There is a lot more that should be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) Know that when your attitude and behavior become so combative and rejecting of parental counsel, the Spirit of Jesus Christ is not at work in you. Often, the problem is not that parents are in error, the error is with the one making complaint. This is specially true where we begin to condemn and regard family as tools of the Adversary, and can not discern a divine intent and sacred motives in those expressing their love by opposition. Our prayer should be that we may change (ask, listen, reflect, show gratitude), not that GOD change them so we can have our way.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
(06/24/2015) Feeling Blessed?
Scripture points are shared, today, on being shown material and spiritual favor from divinity (we say, blessing). A writer at “Yahoo! Answers (Philippines)” using the ID “Lilian” (Level 1 with 95 points, a member since June 24, 2015) posted the following:
Feeling blessed?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the LORD thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the LORD thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth: And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the LORD thy God. Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field. Blessed shall be the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy ground, and the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. Blessed shall be thy basket and thy store. Blessed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and blessed shalt thou be when thou goest out. The LORD shall cause thine enemies that rise up against thee to be smitten before thy face: they shall come out against thee one way, and flee before thee seven ways. The LORD shall command the blessing upon thee in thy storehouses, and in all that thou settest thine hand unto; and he shall bless thee in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. The LORD shall establish thee an holy people unto himself, as he hath sworn unto thee, if thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, and walk in his ways. And all people of the earth shall see that thou art called by the name of the LORD; and they shall be afraid of thee. And the LORD shall make thee plenteous in goods, in the fruit of thy body, and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy ground, in the land which the LORD sware unto thy fathers to give thee. The LORD shall open unto thee his good treasure, the heaven to give the rain unto thy land in his season, and to bless all the work of thine hand: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, and thou shalt not borrow. And the LORD shall make thee the head, and not the tail; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath; if that thou hearken unto the commandments of the LORD thy God, which I command thee this day, to observe and to do them: (Deuteronomy 28: 1-13, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: The Head Not The Tail? (10/21/2013); Stronger Tests for the Strong? (10/22/2013); Blessings, Curses and Woes (10/03/2012); After We Die? (10/04/2012); God Bless America? (09/12/2013); Law, Slavery and Redemption (09/13/2013); Will GOD Bless My Team? (12/31/2012); Put Every Man His Sword By His Side (01/01/2013)
“Lilian”, here are some thoughts from the holy writings often shared among Christian believers:
(1.) Psalm 1: 1-3, King James Version (KJV): 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.
(2.) Psalm 33: 12, KJV: 12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance.
(3.) Psalm 40:4, KJV: 4 Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.
(4.) Luke 6: 21-23, KJV: 21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh. 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man’s sake. 23 Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.
(5.) James 1: 12-17, KJV: 12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. 13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: 14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. 15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. 16 Do not err, my beloved brethren. 17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
There is a lot more to be shared, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (6.) Romans 4: 3-8, KJV: 3 For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness. 4 Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. 5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. 6 Even as David also describeth the blessedness of the man, unto whom God imputeth righteousness without works, 7 Saying, Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered. 8 Blessed is the man to whom the Lord will not impute sin.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Feeling blessed?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the LORD thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the LORD thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth: And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the LORD thy God. Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field. Blessed shall be the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy ground, and the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. Blessed shall be thy basket and thy store. Blessed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and blessed shalt thou be when thou goest out. The LORD shall cause thine enemies that rise up against thee to be smitten before thy face: they shall come out against thee one way, and flee before thee seven ways. The LORD shall command the blessing upon thee in thy storehouses, and in all that thou settest thine hand unto; and he shall bless thee in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. The LORD shall establish thee an holy people unto himself, as he hath sworn unto thee, if thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, and walk in his ways. And all people of the earth shall see that thou art called by the name of the LORD; and they shall be afraid of thee. And the LORD shall make thee plenteous in goods, in the fruit of thy body, and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy ground, in the land which the LORD sware unto thy fathers to give thee. The LORD shall open unto thee his good treasure, the heaven to give the rain unto thy land in his season, and to bless all the work of thine hand: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, and thou shalt not borrow. And the LORD shall make thee the head, and not the tail; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath; if that thou hearken unto the commandments of the LORD thy God, which I command thee this day, to observe and to do them: (Deuteronomy 28: 1-13, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: The Head Not The Tail? (10/21/2013); Stronger Tests for the Strong? (10/22/2013); Blessings, Curses and Woes (10/03/2012); After We Die? (10/04/2012); God Bless America? (09/12/2013); Law, Slavery and Redemption (09/13/2013); Will GOD Bless My Team? (12/31/2012); Put Every Man His Sword By His Side (01/01/2013)
“Lilian”, here are some thoughts from the holy writings often shared among Christian believers:
(1.) Psalm 1: 1-3, King James Version (KJV): 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.
(2.) Psalm 33: 12, KJV: 12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance.
(3.) Psalm 40:4, KJV: 4 Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.
(4.) Luke 6: 21-23, KJV: 21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh. 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man’s sake. 23 Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.
(5.) James 1: 12-17, KJV: 12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. 13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: 14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. 15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. 16 Do not err, my beloved brethren. 17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
There is a lot more to be shared, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (6.) Romans 4: 3-8, KJV: 3 For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness. 4 Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. 5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness. 6 Even as David also describeth the blessedness of the man, unto whom God imputeth righteousness without works, 7 Saying, Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered. 8 Blessed is the man to whom the Lord will not impute sin.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
(06/23/2015) The Glory of GOD?
Scripture points are shared, today, to clarify mankind’s existence as an expression of divine glory. All created beings and living creatures are to manifest divine glory as goodness, presence, righteousness, and entire consecration (For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit which are God’s (1st Corinthians 6: 20, KJV). Many agree that features of the natural world (e.g., fields of grain, the herd, the oceans, the mountains, the sky) also convey the glory of GOD. Because “spirit” does not conform to the dictates and rules that serve as structure for the carnal mind, absolute differences and distinctions between the Creator and the created may not always be known or measurable; may not indicate character, makeup, nature, and quality; and may not be ordered using such terms as grades, hierarchy, preference, rank, and standing. To say that “man is the glory of GOD” must also acknowledge the revelation to Moses of sacred law and the divine name when the prophet insisted, “shew me thy glory” (Exodus 33: 17-23 and 34: 4-8, KJV). The writer at “Yahoo! Answers Canada” using the ID “David Jabez” (Level 1 with 91 points, a member since September 03, 2013) posted the following:
What does it mean in 1 Corinthians 11:7 where it says man is the glory of God? What do you think?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Every man praying or prophesying, having his head covered, dishonoureth his head. But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered. For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, forasmuch as he is the image and glory of God: but the woman is the glory of the man. For the man is not of the woman: but the woman of the man. Neither was the man created for the woman; but the woman for the man. For this cause ought the woman to have power on her head because of the angels. Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord. For as the woman is of the man, even so is the man also by the woman; but all things of God. (1st Corinthians 11: 4-12, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Filling the House With Glory? (08/17/2014); Aspects of Divinity? (06/15/2014); Son of Adam and of GOD? (06/16/2014); A Halo Upon Jesus? (09/25/2013); On Marketing Church, and Speaking by Occasion (09/26/2013)
“David Jabez”, in the same way the male fashioned by GOD expressed aspects of the divine makeup (so we say, Adam was made in the image of GOD), the female was to express and reflect aspects of the male’s makeup. Often, it is not that GOD has not revealed and shown mankind the various defining aspects of divinity. It is that, what we have been shown must be strictly arranged and configured in accordance with a specific model to display spirit matter, rather than things carnal, material, and social. An earthy and fleshy form has been supplied through Incarnation (i.e., the appearance of Deity in the person of Jesus Christ); however, operations of ones own deposit of spirit from the makeup of divinity are required to truly apprehend sacred character, nature, and process. Included are such features as atonement, correction, damnation, forbearance, forgiveness, rebirth, redemption, salvation, and sanctification. The many points that speak to divine glory also pertain to exaltation, grace, immortality, divine prerogative, promise, prophecy, and sovereign majesty. Consider again:
(1.) 1st Timothy 2: 13-15, King James Version (KJV): 13 For Adam was first formed, then Eve. 14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression. 15 Notwithstanding she shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faith and charity and holiness with sobriety.
(2.) Psalms 19: 1-3, KJV: 19 The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. 2 Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. 3 There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
(3.) Isaiah 60: 1-2, KJV: 1 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. 2 For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee.
(4.) Isaiah 48: 10-12, KJV: 10 Behold, I have refined thee, but not with silver; I have chosen thee in the furnace of affliction. 11 For mine own sake, even for mine own sake, will I do it: for how should my name be polluted? and I will not give my glory unto another. 12 Hearken unto me, O Jacob and Israel, my called; I am he; I am the first, I also am the last.
(5.) Isaiah 42: 5-8, KJV: 5 Thus saith God the LORD, he that created the heavens, and stretched them out; he that spread forth the earth, and that which cometh out of it; he that giveth breath unto the people upon it, and spirit to them that walk therein: 6 I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles; 7 To open the blind eyes, to bring out the prisoners from the prison, and them that sit in darkness out of the prison house. 8 I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
(6.) Isaiah 60: 19-20, KJV: 19 The sun shall be no more thy light by day; neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee: but the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory. 20 Thy sun shall no more go down; neither shall thy moon withdraw itself: for the LORD shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (7.) 1st Corinthians 15: 40-42, KJV: 40 There are also celestial bodies, and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. 41 There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth from another star in glory. 42 So also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sown in corruption; it is raised in incorruption:) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
What does it mean in 1 Corinthians 11:7 where it says man is the glory of God? What do you think?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Every man praying or prophesying, having his head covered, dishonoureth his head. But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered. For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, forasmuch as he is the image and glory of God: but the woman is the glory of the man. For the man is not of the woman: but the woman of the man. Neither was the man created for the woman; but the woman for the man. For this cause ought the woman to have power on her head because of the angels. Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord. For as the woman is of the man, even so is the man also by the woman; but all things of God. (1st Corinthians 11: 4-12, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Filling the House With Glory? (08/17/2014); Aspects of Divinity? (06/15/2014); Son of Adam and of GOD? (06/16/2014); A Halo Upon Jesus? (09/25/2013); On Marketing Church, and Speaking by Occasion (09/26/2013)
“David Jabez”, in the same way the male fashioned by GOD expressed aspects of the divine makeup (so we say, Adam was made in the image of GOD), the female was to express and reflect aspects of the male’s makeup. Often, it is not that GOD has not revealed and shown mankind the various defining aspects of divinity. It is that, what we have been shown must be strictly arranged and configured in accordance with a specific model to display spirit matter, rather than things carnal, material, and social. An earthy and fleshy form has been supplied through Incarnation (i.e., the appearance of Deity in the person of Jesus Christ); however, operations of ones own deposit of spirit from the makeup of divinity are required to truly apprehend sacred character, nature, and process. Included are such features as atonement, correction, damnation, forbearance, forgiveness, rebirth, redemption, salvation, and sanctification. The many points that speak to divine glory also pertain to exaltation, grace, immortality, divine prerogative, promise, prophecy, and sovereign majesty. Consider again:
(1.) 1st Timothy 2: 13-15, King James Version (KJV): 13 For Adam was first formed, then Eve. 14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression. 15 Notwithstanding she shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faith and charity and holiness with sobriety.
(2.) Psalms 19: 1-3, KJV: 19 The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. 2 Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. 3 There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard.
(3.) Isaiah 60: 1-2, KJV: 1 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. 2 For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee.
(4.) Isaiah 48: 10-12, KJV: 10 Behold, I have refined thee, but not with silver; I have chosen thee in the furnace of affliction. 11 For mine own sake, even for mine own sake, will I do it: for how should my name be polluted? and I will not give my glory unto another. 12 Hearken unto me, O Jacob and Israel, my called; I am he; I am the first, I also am the last.
(5.) Isaiah 42: 5-8, KJV: 5 Thus saith God the LORD, he that created the heavens, and stretched them out; he that spread forth the earth, and that which cometh out of it; he that giveth breath unto the people upon it, and spirit to them that walk therein: 6 I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles; 7 To open the blind eyes, to bring out the prisoners from the prison, and them that sit in darkness out of the prison house. 8 I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
(6.) Isaiah 60: 19-20, KJV: 19 The sun shall be no more thy light by day; neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee: but the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory. 20 Thy sun shall no more go down; neither shall thy moon withdraw itself: for the LORD shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (7.) 1st Corinthians 15: 40-42, KJV: 40 There are also celestial bodies, and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. 41 There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth from another star in glory. 42 So also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sown in corruption; it is raised in incorruption:) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Monday, June 22, 2015
(06/22/2015) Different Strokes, For Different Folks?
Today, Scriptures are shared on the diversity seen among the responses by Christian believers to the recent massacre in Charleston, SC. Christianity is a promise one makes to GOD, a commitment, and an agreement one shares with others devoted to Deity through Jesus Christ. Multiple streams of acknowledgment, covenant, practice and worship come together for those who embrace the teachings about and from Christ. While intimate and personal relationship to divinity may not be bought and sold as merchandise, Deity must be approached through the humility, respect, and unselfishness that appear in giving, offering, sacrifice, and suffering in innocence. All born again believers are growing, learning, and preparing for the coming of Christ to harvest the earth and receive those of his kingdom unto himself. The body (we say, church) is diverse, and has many different members, who differ in such aspects as their abilities, accomplishments, commitments, spiritual gifts, perseverance, service, skill, and talents. A fighter at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Robert” (Level 6 with 14,116 points, a member since May 25, 2009) posted the following:
What a contrast between the black people of Charleston SC and people like Al Sharpton. Could there be anything more different?
I have never in my life been so moved by an expression of forgiveness, kindness and goodness. Most people I know who claim to be Christians, I don't think would have reacted that way.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. All these are the beginning of sorrows. Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake. And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another. And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many. And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved. And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. (Matthew 24: 5-14, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: To Live As a Sacrifice (03/08/2014); A Perfected Body (03/09/2014); On Judging Preachers as “Fake” (12/23/2013); Jesus Arose Bodily (12/24/2013); Putting GOD First? (06/02/2013); Need for A New Holy Spirit? (06/03/2013); On Titles and Respect (03/15/2013); On Producing Atheists (03/16/2013); Mockers in the Last Days (11/14/2012); Thoughts Upon A Warrior’s Fall (11/15/2012)
“Robert”, there will always be different responses to the same event among Christians, because believers vary in terms of their maturity, practice, preparation, sacred knowledge, and sanctification. Al Sharpton, and those like him who often endure the accusations, arrogance, presumption, and unkind words from others intended to disrupt and further division, are not one-dimensional as spiritual figures; and must be engaged and understood on the basis of multiple duties, privileges, and responsibilities. More than simply comfort (i.e., showing affection, compassion, empathy) the work of clergy, prophets, and spokespersons from GOD goes beyond self-expression and may include edification (i.e., providing counsel, guidance and instruction), exhortation (i.e., urging believers to act immediately in obedience to divine prompting, and to perform godly action), and displaying the wrath of GOD against sin. Various eternal priorities and purposes are in operation. Therefore, much of a believer’s service is “invisible” to those who are carnal, and is unseen to those lacking discernment that comes by the Holy Spirit. Please, consider again the following:
(1.) 1st Corinthians 2: 11-14, King James Version (KJV): 11 For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? even so the things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God. 12 Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God. 13 Which things also we speak, not in the words which man’s wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. 14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
(2.) Ecclesiastes 5: 1-3, KJV: 5 Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil. 2 Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter any thing before God: for God is in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. 3 For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool’s voice is known by multitude of words.
(3.) Ecclesiastes 5: 8-9, KJV: 8 If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth; and there be higher than they. 9 Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field.
(4.) Philippians 1: 27-28, KJV: 27 Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; 28 And in nothing terrified by your adversaries: which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that of God.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) Ephesians 4: 4-7, KJV: 4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
What a contrast between the black people of Charleston SC and people like Al Sharpton. Could there be anything more different?
I have never in my life been so moved by an expression of forgiveness, kindness and goodness. Most people I know who claim to be Christians, I don't think would have reacted that way.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places. All these are the beginning of sorrows. Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake. And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another. And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many. And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved. And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. (Matthew 24: 5-14, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: To Live As a Sacrifice (03/08/2014); A Perfected Body (03/09/2014); On Judging Preachers as “Fake” (12/23/2013); Jesus Arose Bodily (12/24/2013); Putting GOD First? (06/02/2013); Need for A New Holy Spirit? (06/03/2013); On Titles and Respect (03/15/2013); On Producing Atheists (03/16/2013); Mockers in the Last Days (11/14/2012); Thoughts Upon A Warrior’s Fall (11/15/2012)
“Robert”, there will always be different responses to the same event among Christians, because believers vary in terms of their maturity, practice, preparation, sacred knowledge, and sanctification. Al Sharpton, and those like him who often endure the accusations, arrogance, presumption, and unkind words from others intended to disrupt and further division, are not one-dimensional as spiritual figures; and must be engaged and understood on the basis of multiple duties, privileges, and responsibilities. More than simply comfort (i.e., showing affection, compassion, empathy) the work of clergy, prophets, and spokespersons from GOD goes beyond self-expression and may include edification (i.e., providing counsel, guidance and instruction), exhortation (i.e., urging believers to act immediately in obedience to divine prompting, and to perform godly action), and displaying the wrath of GOD against sin. Various eternal priorities and purposes are in operation. Therefore, much of a believer’s service is “invisible” to those who are carnal, and is unseen to those lacking discernment that comes by the Holy Spirit. Please, consider again the following:
(1.) 1st Corinthians 2: 11-14, King James Version (KJV): 11 For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? even so the things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God. 12 Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God. 13 Which things also we speak, not in the words which man’s wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual. 14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.
(2.) Ecclesiastes 5: 1-3, KJV: 5 Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil. 2 Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter any thing before God: for God is in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. 3 For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool’s voice is known by multitude of words.
(3.) Ecclesiastes 5: 8-9, KJV: 8 If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth; and there be higher than they. 9 Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field.
(4.) Philippians 1: 27-28, KJV: 27 Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; 28 And in nothing terrified by your adversaries: which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that of God.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) Ephesians 4: 4-7, KJV: 4 There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; 5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Sunday, June 21, 2015
(06/21/2015) No Cause For Alarm?
More Scripture points are shared, today, on commitment, persecution, and suffering among Christian believers. Black and White Americans, believers and non-believers alike may not continue as though we can conduct “business as usual.” On the one hand, the recent massacre in Charleston, SC is no more a despicable and shocking betrayal than the slaughter of schoolchildren in their classroom, the murder and use of worshippers as hostages in a mosque, or the destruction of a trade center using a passenger jet. On the other hand, it is in the light of such incidents, we who count ourselves civilized are required to make the needed response whereby no such events will ever be repeated among us. It never fails that, when religious fervor expressing only bias, hatred and prejudice are unleashed, obedience, respect and love to GOD are replaced by cruelty, malice and murder. A fighter at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Gino Hunter” (Level 4 with 2,772 points, a member since March 21, 2011) posted the following:
Christians, what's the difference between Dylan Roof killing and the Apostle Paul killing?
Dylan killed less Christians did Paul.
Preachers number one books they quote from is from one who had Christians killed.
People are making a big deal because of the killing in South Carolina like this is something new.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain man said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father. Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God. And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house. And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. (Luke 9: 57-62, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: One Faith, One Lord? (09/26/2014); Healing is By Relationship? (09/26/2014); Why So Much Murder? (01/12/2013); Confusion 2013 (01/13/2013); Remembering the Holocaust? (12/14/2012); A Slaughter of Innocents (12/15/2012); Escape from Racism (10/24/2012); Christians Who Ignore GOD’s Laws (10/25/2012)
“Gino Hunter”, the tone of your question suggests you feel there should be no public outrage, collective repentance, and private introspection (i.e., “soul searching,” self-examination) as a response to the recent massacre in Charleston, SC. Saul of Tarsus committed atrocities against the early church as a legitimate representative of the High Priest, and in the role of a special prosecutor. Saul served as an officer of the court in the same way as do all executioners who must perform punishments in judgment. The acts, goals, intent, and motives of Dylan Roof and Saul of Tarsus emerged from two very different spirits; and we have yet to see what divine and eternal purposes will be accomplished in the recent event. Here are a few of the admonitions, encouragements and reminders that help Christian believers maintain a correct balance, and avoid spiritual confusion and error:
(1.) 2nd Timothy 3: 12, King James Version (KJV): 12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
(2.) 2nd Corinthians 13: 3-5, KJV: 3 Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you. 4 For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you. 5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
(3.) Philippians 3: 8-11, KJV: 8 Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ, 9 And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith: 10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; 11 If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead.
(4.) Galatians 2: 20, KJV: 20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) Galatians 5: 19-25, KJV: 19 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, 20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, 21 Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. 24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. 25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Christians, what's the difference between Dylan Roof killing and the Apostle Paul killing?
Dylan killed less Christians did Paul.
Preachers number one books they quote from is from one who had Christians killed.
People are making a big deal because of the killing in South Carolina like this is something new.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain man said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father. Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God. And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house. And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God. (Luke 9: 57-62, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: One Faith, One Lord? (09/26/2014); Healing is By Relationship? (09/26/2014); Why So Much Murder? (01/12/2013); Confusion 2013 (01/13/2013); Remembering the Holocaust? (12/14/2012); A Slaughter of Innocents (12/15/2012); Escape from Racism (10/24/2012); Christians Who Ignore GOD’s Laws (10/25/2012)
“Gino Hunter”, the tone of your question suggests you feel there should be no public outrage, collective repentance, and private introspection (i.e., “soul searching,” self-examination) as a response to the recent massacre in Charleston, SC. Saul of Tarsus committed atrocities against the early church as a legitimate representative of the High Priest, and in the role of a special prosecutor. Saul served as an officer of the court in the same way as do all executioners who must perform punishments in judgment. The acts, goals, intent, and motives of Dylan Roof and Saul of Tarsus emerged from two very different spirits; and we have yet to see what divine and eternal purposes will be accomplished in the recent event. Here are a few of the admonitions, encouragements and reminders that help Christian believers maintain a correct balance, and avoid spiritual confusion and error:
(1.) 2nd Timothy 3: 12, King James Version (KJV): 12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.
(2.) 2nd Corinthians 13: 3-5, KJV: 3 Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you. 4 For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you. 5 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
(3.) Philippians 3: 8-11, KJV: 8 Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ, 9 And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith: 10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; 11 If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead.
(4.) Galatians 2: 20, KJV: 20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) Galatians 5: 19-25, KJV: 19 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, 20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, 21 Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. 24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. 25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Friday, June 19, 2015
(06/19/2015) Saved While in Church?
Today, a BATTLEAXE is presented continuing with Scripture points on martyrdom, suffering and tragic incidents that occur among Christian believers. As surely as Pharaoh resisted the messages, opportunities and warnings shared by Moses, there are many who sit through a bible study or sermon whose hearts are hardened, rather than delivered out of darkness. Unknown to those outside of the sacred household established in Jesus Christ, the salvation of GOD goes beyond “saving” a person’s mortal being and “physical” life. To be saved is to be set apart (we say, sanctified) for divine use. All created beings and living creatures may be preserved, recovered and rescued from corruption, the operations of sin, and perdition. Those now embraced by GOD through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, will not be disheartened, frightened, threatened, shocked, or overwhelmed by having to meet the many challenges of life and death upon the earth. One of the writers at “Yahoo! Answers” with questionable intentions who uses the ID “Anonymous” (no other data shared) posted the following:
Why didn't God save the charleston shooting victims?
Hmmm?
Christians open your minds.
THE BATTLEAXE: Shot While in Church? (06/18/2015)—(6.) 2nd Corinthians 4: 1-8, King James Version (KJV): 1 Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; 2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God. 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: 4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. 5 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake. 6 For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 7 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
(7.) Psalms 27: 1-3, KJV: 27 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. 3 Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident.
(8.) Luke 12: 4-5, KJV: 4 And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. 5 But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.
(9.) 2nd Kings 6: 15-17, KJV: 15 And when the servant of the man of God was risen early, and gone forth, behold, an host compassed the city both with horses and chariots. And his servant said unto him, Alas, my master! how shall we do? 16 And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them. 17 And Elisha prayed, and said, LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (10.) Revelation 20: 4-6, KJV: 4 And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the word of God, and which had not worshipped the beast, neither his image, neither had received his mark upon their foreheads, or in their hands; and they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years. 5 But the rest of the dead lived not again until the thousand years were finished. This is the first resurrection. 6 Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Why didn't God save the charleston shooting victims?
Hmmm?
Christians open your minds.
THE BATTLEAXE: Shot While in Church? (06/18/2015)—(6.) 2nd Corinthians 4: 1-8, King James Version (KJV): 1 Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; 2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God. 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: 4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. 5 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake. 6 For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 7 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
(7.) Psalms 27: 1-3, KJV: 27 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. 3 Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident.
(8.) Luke 12: 4-5, KJV: 4 And I say unto you my friends, Be not afraid of them that kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. 5 But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.
(9.) 2nd Kings 6: 15-17, KJV: 15 And when the servant of the man of God was risen early, and gone forth, behold, an host compassed the city both with horses and chariots. And his servant said unto him, Alas, my master! how shall we do? 16 And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them. 17 And Elisha prayed, and said, LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (10.) Revelation 20: 4-6, KJV: 4 And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the word of God, and which had not worshipped the beast, neither his image, neither had received his mark upon their foreheads, or in their hands; and they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years. 5 But the rest of the dead lived not again until the thousand years were finished. This is the first resurrection. 6 Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Thursday, June 18, 2015
(06/18/2015) Shot While in Church?
Today, Scripture points are shared on martyrdom, suffering and tragic incidents that occur among Christian believers. Persecution that was seen by the early church was a sacred device like the confusion of languages at Babel. Persecution continues today; and often goes unrecognized, because we do not see the dramatic death of believers within an arena filled with wild beasts. Persecution calls forth the increased spread of sacred knowledge with discernment of commitment, conviction, and faith. A young writer at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Chiamaka” (Level 1 with 96 points, a member since June 10, 2015) posted the following:
Getting shot in church? (Charleston, SC massacre)?
So i heard about the Charleston massacre. I don't understand. They were in church. Praising the lord. The whole situation just seems ironic. You would think a church would have some kind of barrier stopping all evil from happening. I would be lying if I said, as a Christian, I wasn't having any doubts. I know death is inevitable. And not necessarily a bad thing. But I don't understand where was the Lord in this situation? I know it could be worse. And I feel really bad that I'm having these doubts. But I don't understand, can someone explain? Why someonething like this would happen in a church of all places? I'm 14 by the way.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God. For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him. (2nd Corinthians 5: 17-21, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Getting GOD To Save? (03/10/2015); No Divine Protection? (10/02/2014); His Authority in Judgment? (10/03/2015); That Mortal Children Die? (12/15/2013); Going It Alone? (12/16/2013); A Slaughter of Innocents (12/15/2012); Signs of Messianic Belief (12/16/2012)
“Chiamaka”, the appearance of divinity upon the earth as Jesus Christ was to change specific aspects of the divine process for all created beings and living creatures (e.g., death, judgment, mortality, reconciliation, salvation). Many features of the life process can not be altered or removed without total upheaval on a cosmic scale. Thus, human error, violence, wickedness, and sin have not been eliminated; yet, sacred processes are now being carried out to fully recover, restore, and transform the living who will continue as companions to Deity. Consider again the following points from the Scriptures:
(1.) Luke 13: 1-5, King James Version (KJV): 13 There were present at that season some that told him of the Galilaeans, whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answering said unto them, Suppose ye that these Galilaeans were sinners above all the Galilaeans, because they suffered such things? 3 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish. 4 Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem? 5 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.
(2.) Matthew 5: 10-12, KJV: 10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for their’s is the kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.
(3.) Romans 8: 5-9, KJV: 5 For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. 6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. 7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. 8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God. 9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.
(4.) Mark 10: 28-31, KJV: 28 Then Peter began to say unto him, Lo, we have left all, and have followed thee. 29 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel’s, 30 But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life. 31 But many that are first shall be last; and the last first.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) 1st Peter 4: 15-17, KJV: 15 But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters. 16 Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf. 17 For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God?) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Getting shot in church? (Charleston, SC massacre)?
So i heard about the Charleston massacre. I don't understand. They were in church. Praising the lord. The whole situation just seems ironic. You would think a church would have some kind of barrier stopping all evil from happening. I would be lying if I said, as a Christian, I wasn't having any doubts. I know death is inevitable. And not necessarily a bad thing. But I don't understand where was the Lord in this situation? I know it could be worse. And I feel really bad that I'm having these doubts. But I don't understand, can someone explain? Why someonething like this would happen in a church of all places? I'm 14 by the way.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation. Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God. For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him. (2nd Corinthians 5: 17-21, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Getting GOD To Save? (03/10/2015); No Divine Protection? (10/02/2014); His Authority in Judgment? (10/03/2015); That Mortal Children Die? (12/15/2013); Going It Alone? (12/16/2013); A Slaughter of Innocents (12/15/2012); Signs of Messianic Belief (12/16/2012)
“Chiamaka”, the appearance of divinity upon the earth as Jesus Christ was to change specific aspects of the divine process for all created beings and living creatures (e.g., death, judgment, mortality, reconciliation, salvation). Many features of the life process can not be altered or removed without total upheaval on a cosmic scale. Thus, human error, violence, wickedness, and sin have not been eliminated; yet, sacred processes are now being carried out to fully recover, restore, and transform the living who will continue as companions to Deity. Consider again the following points from the Scriptures:
(1.) Luke 13: 1-5, King James Version (KJV): 13 There were present at that season some that told him of the Galilaeans, whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answering said unto them, Suppose ye that these Galilaeans were sinners above all the Galilaeans, because they suffered such things? 3 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish. 4 Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem? 5 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.
(2.) Matthew 5: 10-12, KJV: 10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for their’s is the kingdom of heaven. 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.
(3.) Romans 8: 5-9, KJV: 5 For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. 6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. 7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. 8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God. 9 But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.
(4.) Mark 10: 28-31, KJV: 28 Then Peter began to say unto him, Lo, we have left all, and have followed thee. 29 And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel’s, 30 But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life. 31 But many that are first shall be last; and the last first.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (5.) 1st Peter 4: 15-17, KJV: 15 But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men’s matters. 16 Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf. 17 For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God?) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
(06/17/2015) The Only Physical Being in Heaven?
Today, Scripture points are shared on the Incarnation, the Savior’s ascension from the earth, and his bodily form in heaven. The writer at “Yahoo! 7 Answers (Australia)” using the ID “chris” (Level 1 with 0 (zero) points reported, a member since December 26, 2014) posted the following:
Bible: Is Jesus currently the only physical being in heaven, or do you think he has returned to heaven in spirit form as before being born?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power. But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight. And while they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel; Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day’s journey. (Acts 1: 6-12, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: It Is Our Wisdom To Ask (05/18/2015); The GOD Part of Jesus? (05/06/2015); Can Man Kill GOD? (12/14/2014); An Eternal and Permanent Solution? (12/15/2014); Jesus Rose? (11/08/2013); Why Was A Son Sent? (11/10/2013); Promise of A Spirit? (11/11/2013); The Ascension of Christ? (12/19/2012); GOD in Schools? (12/20/2012)
“chris”, Christian believers are to rely upon the holy writings that are a collection of answers from GOD as the primary source for responses to a question like yours, because sacred history, prophecy and revelation all must be shared. Please consider the following:
(1.) Deuteronomy 4: 15-20, King James Version (KJV): 15 Take ye therefore good heed unto yourselves; for ye saw no manner of similitude on the day that the LORD spake unto you in Horeb out of the midst of the fire: 16 Lest ye corrupt yourselves, and make you a graven image, the similitude of any figure, the likeness of male or female, 17 The likeness of any beast that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged fowl that flieth in the air, 18 The likeness of any thing that creepeth on the ground, the likeness of any fish that is in the waters beneath the earth: 19 And lest thou lift up thine eyes unto heaven, and when thou seest the sun, and the moon, and the stars, even all the host of heaven, shouldest be driven to worship them, and serve them, which the LORD thy God hath divided unto all nations under the whole heaven. 20 But the LORD hath taken you, and brought you forth out of the iron furnace, even out of Egypt, to be unto him a people of inheritance, as ye are this day.
(2.) Hebrews 1: 1-8, KJV: 1 God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, 2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; 3 Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high: 4 Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they. 5 For unto which of the angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son? 6 And again, when he bringeth in the firstbegotten into the world, he saith, And let all the angels of God worship him. 7 And of the angels he saith, Who maketh his angels spirits, and his ministers a flame of fire. 8 But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom.
(3.) Matthew 17: 1-9, KJV: 1 And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, 2 And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light. 3 And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias talking with him. 4 Then answered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. 5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. 6 And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their face, and were sore afraid. 7 And Jesus came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not afraid. 8 And when they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no man, save Jesus only. 9 And as they came down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying, Tell the vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again from the dead.
(4.) John 20: 15-18, KJV: 15 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, why weepest thou? whom seekest thou? She, supposing him to be the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, if thou have borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away. 16 Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master. 17 Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and to my God, and your God. 18 Mary Magdalene came and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord, and that he had spoken these things unto her.
(5.) Romans 8: 22-24, KJV: 22 For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now. 23 And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body. 24 For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for?
(6.) Revelation 4: 1-5, KJV: 4 After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, Come up hither, and I will shew thee things which must be hereafter. 2 And immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne. 3 And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald. 4 And round about the throne were four and twenty seats: and upon the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting, clothed in white raiment; and they had on their heads crowns of gold. 5 And out of the throne proceeded lightnings and thunderings and voices: and there were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God.
(7.) Revelation 6: 9-11, KJV: 9 And when he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of them that were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held: 10 And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth? 11 And white robes were given unto every one of them; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellowservants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (8.) Colossians 1: 12-22, KJV: 12 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light: 13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: 14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins: 15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. 19 For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; 20 And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. 21 And you, that were sometime alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled 22 In the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreproveable in his sight:) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Bible: Is Jesus currently the only physical being in heaven, or do you think he has returned to heaven in spirit form as before being born?
THE GOLDEN ARROW: When they therefore were come together, they asked of him, saying, Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power. But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight. And while they looked stedfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel; Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. Then returned they unto Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is from Jerusalem a sabbath day’s journey. (Acts 1: 6-12, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: It Is Our Wisdom To Ask (05/18/2015); The GOD Part of Jesus? (05/06/2015); Can Man Kill GOD? (12/14/2014); An Eternal and Permanent Solution? (12/15/2014); Jesus Rose? (11/08/2013); Why Was A Son Sent? (11/10/2013); Promise of A Spirit? (11/11/2013); The Ascension of Christ? (12/19/2012); GOD in Schools? (12/20/2012)
“chris”, Christian believers are to rely upon the holy writings that are a collection of answers from GOD as the primary source for responses to a question like yours, because sacred history, prophecy and revelation all must be shared. Please consider the following:
(1.) Deuteronomy 4: 15-20, King James Version (KJV): 15 Take ye therefore good heed unto yourselves; for ye saw no manner of similitude on the day that the LORD spake unto you in Horeb out of the midst of the fire: 16 Lest ye corrupt yourselves, and make you a graven image, the similitude of any figure, the likeness of male or female, 17 The likeness of any beast that is on the earth, the likeness of any winged fowl that flieth in the air, 18 The likeness of any thing that creepeth on the ground, the likeness of any fish that is in the waters beneath the earth: 19 And lest thou lift up thine eyes unto heaven, and when thou seest the sun, and the moon, and the stars, even all the host of heaven, shouldest be driven to worship them, and serve them, which the LORD thy God hath divided unto all nations under the whole heaven. 20 But the LORD hath taken you, and brought you forth out of the iron furnace, even out of Egypt, to be unto him a people of inheritance, as ye are this day.
(2.) Hebrews 1: 1-8, KJV: 1 God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, 2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; 3 Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high: 4 Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they. 5 For unto which of the angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son? 6 And again, when he bringeth in the firstbegotten into the world, he saith, And let all the angels of God worship him. 7 And of the angels he saith, Who maketh his angels spirits, and his ministers a flame of fire. 8 But unto the Son he saith, Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom.
(3.) Matthew 17: 1-9, KJV: 1 And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, 2 And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light. 3 And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias talking with him. 4 Then answered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. 5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. 6 And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their face, and were sore afraid. 7 And Jesus came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not afraid. 8 And when they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no man, save Jesus only. 9 And as they came down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying, Tell the vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again from the dead.
(4.) John 20: 15-18, KJV: 15 Jesus saith unto her, Woman, why weepest thou? whom seekest thou? She, supposing him to be the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, if thou have borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away. 16 Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master. 17 Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my Father, and your Father; and to my God, and your God. 18 Mary Magdalene came and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord, and that he had spoken these things unto her.
(5.) Romans 8: 22-24, KJV: 22 For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now. 23 And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body. 24 For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for?
(6.) Revelation 4: 1-5, KJV: 4 After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, Come up hither, and I will shew thee things which must be hereafter. 2 And immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne. 3 And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald. 4 And round about the throne were four and twenty seats: and upon the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting, clothed in white raiment; and they had on their heads crowns of gold. 5 And out of the throne proceeded lightnings and thunderings and voices: and there were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God.
(7.) Revelation 6: 9-11, KJV: 9 And when he had opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of them that were slain for the word of God, and for the testimony which they held: 10 And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth? 11 And white robes were given unto every one of them; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellowservants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (8.) Colossians 1: 12-22, KJV: 12 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light: 13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: 14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins: 15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. 19 For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; 20 And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven. 21 And you, that were sometime alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled 22 In the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy and unblameable and unreproveable in his sight:) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
(06/16/2015) Known By Divine Revelation
Scripture points are shared, today, to cancel the idea that “faith” and “God” are undefined, and may be described in accordance with ones personal experience, hidden mysteries, or private knowledge of divinity. The fighter at “Yahoo! Answers” using the ID “Breakthrough” (Level 6 with 10,945 points, a member since June 29, 2013) posted the following:
How would you describe God?
I think with God, you get what you put in. If you put in love - you will view God as love. If you put in sin - you will view God as destructive. If you put in justice - you will view God as justice. If you put in sacrifice - you will view God as joy. If you put in mercy - you will view God as mercy and if you put in compassion you will view God as compassion.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Moreover the LORD answered Job, and said, Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct him? he that reproveth God, let him answer it. Then Job answered the LORD, and said, Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth. Once have I spoken; but I will not answer: yea, twice; but I will proceed no further. Then answered the LORD unto Job out of the whirlwind, and said, Gird up thy loins now like a man: I will demand of thee, and declare thou unto me. Wilt thou also disannul my judgment? wilt thou condemn me, that thou mayest be righteous? Hast thou an arm like God? or canst thou thunder with a voice like him? Deck thyself now with majesty and excellency; and array thyself with glory and beauty. Cast abroad the rage of thy wrath: and behold every one that is proud, and abase him. Look on every one that is proud, and bring him low; and tread down the wicked in their place. Hide them in the dust together; and bind their faces in secret. Then will I also confess unto thee that thine own right hand can save thee. (Job 40: 1-14, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Knowing? (05/24/2015); Divinity Has Person? (05/19/2015); Knowing The Holy Spirit? (05/17/2015); The Limit to Believing? (09/16/2013); All Things Possible? (09/17/2013); How Was GOD Known Before Jesus? (10/06/2012); Jesus, King of Earth? (10/07/2012); Speaking of GOD (10/20/2010); Eat and Run? (10/21/201)
“Breakthrough”, many expect to know GOD by using finite tools such as enticement, imagination, intellect, logic, money, philosophy, politics, promises, science, and even sexual favor. However, created beings and living creatures do not need to “make believe,” guess, or speculate. There is a specific, reliable source among the living that may be trusted for sacred knowledge that provides complete and correct information on the character, makeup, nature, process, and substance of divinity. Called the Gospel, prophecy, revelation, testimony, witness, and the Word, mature Christian believers rely upon the record of utterances from Deity that serve as a “divine self-portrait” emanated using thousands of sacred events, within thousands of lives, over the course of thousands of years. Consider again the following:
(1.) Hebrews 11: 1-6, King James Version (KJV): 11 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good report. 3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. 4 By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh. 5 By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God. 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
(2.) Exodus 3: 15, KJV: 15 And God said moreover unto Moses, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, the LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath sent me unto you: this is my name for ever, and this is my memorial unto all generations.
(3.) Exodus 6: 2-4, KJV: 2 And God spake unto Moses, and said unto him, I am the LORD: 3 And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them. 4 And I have also established my covenant with them, to give them the land of Canaan, the land of their pilgrimage, wherein they were strangers.
(4.) Exodus 34: 6-8, KJV: 6 And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, 7 Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, and that will by no means clear the guilty; visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, and upon the children’s children, unto the third and to the fourth generation. 8 And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped.
(5.) 2nd Timothy 3: 16, KJV: 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
(6.) John 4: 23-24, KJV: 23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.
(7.) 1st John 5: 9-11, KJV: 9 If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son. 10 He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son. 11 And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (8.) Isaiah 63: 15-16, KJV: 15 Look down from heaven, and behold from the habitation of thy holiness and of thy glory: where is thy zeal and thy strength, the sounding of thy bowels and of thy mercies toward me? are they restrained? 16 Doubtless thou art our father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledge us not: thou, O LORD, art our father, our redeemer; thy name is from everlasting.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
How would you describe God?
I think with God, you get what you put in. If you put in love - you will view God as love. If you put in sin - you will view God as destructive. If you put in justice - you will view God as justice. If you put in sacrifice - you will view God as joy. If you put in mercy - you will view God as mercy and if you put in compassion you will view God as compassion.
THE GOLDEN ARROW: Moreover the LORD answered Job, and said, Shall he that contendeth with the Almighty instruct him? he that reproveth God, let him answer it. Then Job answered the LORD, and said, Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth. Once have I spoken; but I will not answer: yea, twice; but I will proceed no further. Then answered the LORD unto Job out of the whirlwind, and said, Gird up thy loins now like a man: I will demand of thee, and declare thou unto me. Wilt thou also disannul my judgment? wilt thou condemn me, that thou mayest be righteous? Hast thou an arm like God? or canst thou thunder with a voice like him? Deck thyself now with majesty and excellency; and array thyself with glory and beauty. Cast abroad the rage of thy wrath: and behold every one that is proud, and abase him. Look on every one that is proud, and bring him low; and tread down the wicked in their place. Hide them in the dust together; and bind their faces in secret. Then will I also confess unto thee that thine own right hand can save thee. (Job 40: 1-14, KJV)
THE DOUBLE DAGGER: Knowing? (05/24/2015); Divinity Has Person? (05/19/2015); Knowing The Holy Spirit? (05/17/2015); The Limit to Believing? (09/16/2013); All Things Possible? (09/17/2013); How Was GOD Known Before Jesus? (10/06/2012); Jesus, King of Earth? (10/07/2012); Speaking of GOD (10/20/2010); Eat and Run? (10/21/201)
“Breakthrough”, many expect to know GOD by using finite tools such as enticement, imagination, intellect, logic, money, philosophy, politics, promises, science, and even sexual favor. However, created beings and living creatures do not need to “make believe,” guess, or speculate. There is a specific, reliable source among the living that may be trusted for sacred knowledge that provides complete and correct information on the character, makeup, nature, process, and substance of divinity. Called the Gospel, prophecy, revelation, testimony, witness, and the Word, mature Christian believers rely upon the record of utterances from Deity that serve as a “divine self-portrait” emanated using thousands of sacred events, within thousands of lives, over the course of thousands of years. Consider again the following:
(1.) Hebrews 11: 1-6, King James Version (KJV): 11 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good report. 3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. 4 By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet speaketh. 5 By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God. 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
(2.) Exodus 3: 15, KJV: 15 And God said moreover unto Moses, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, the LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, hath sent me unto you: this is my name for ever, and this is my memorial unto all generations.
(3.) Exodus 6: 2-4, KJV: 2 And God spake unto Moses, and said unto him, I am the LORD: 3 And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them. 4 And I have also established my covenant with them, to give them the land of Canaan, the land of their pilgrimage, wherein they were strangers.
(4.) Exodus 34: 6-8, KJV: 6 And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, 7 Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, and that will by no means clear the guilty; visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, and upon the children’s children, unto the third and to the fourth generation. 8 And Moses made haste, and bowed his head toward the earth, and worshipped.
(5.) 2nd Timothy 3: 16, KJV: 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
(6.) John 4: 23-24, KJV: 23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.
(7.) 1st John 5: 9-11, KJV: 9 If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son. 10 He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son. 11 And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.
There is far more to be said, correctly understood, and spiritually taken into account. (For example, (8.) Isaiah 63: 15-16, KJV: 15 Look down from heaven, and behold from the habitation of thy holiness and of thy glory: where is thy zeal and thy strength, the sounding of thy bowels and of thy mercies toward me? are they restrained? 16 Doubtless thou art our father, though Abraham be ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledge us not: thou, O LORD, art our father, our redeemer; thy name is from everlasting.) Even so, I trust this fragment will be useful. Be it unto you according to your faith.
THE BLACK PHOENIX
Washington, DC
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