Tag Archives: Spirituality

Is Living In A Sinful World A Reason To Not Believe In God?

16 Nov

2 Timothy 3:1-5, “But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy,  without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God—  having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.”

Many who have fallen away from the Faith or have never received the Holy Spirit will say, “With so much bad in the world, how can anyone believe in God?” My reply is that the Bible has always predicted troubling times, since the fall of man in the Garden of Eden. Human nature since then has only been exposing its sin and the need for salvation by accepting Jesus Christ as their Savior. We must not forget that even though God (YAH) is supreme the time has not yet come for sin and death to be fully put away (Revelation 21:4).

In these times we should not lose our Faith but be strengthened by it, knowing that the Lord has his hand on us. 1 Peter 5:6 states, “Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.” We need to remain steadfast in this world being the example of Christ for hope of better times in the new Kingdom Age. Should we lose Faith in the face of evil? No, in knowing the scriptures recorded these circumstances and provided the answer to it in Jesus Christ, Shalom…

Why did YAH need to become a man, to save man?

30 Oct

A question that may arise is why did an all powerful God need to become a man in order save mankind? I believe the answer to this question can be given in three parts, with one being that mankind has dominion on the Earth. YAH created and then gave us the power over all things in Genesis 1:26. If the Most High was to come to this physical realm, that power would be His by default as YAH. In short, He is a keeper of His word operating under the divine law that He has created with man in control even when in need of a Savior.

The second part to this answer is so that He could become sin for us. 2 Corinthians states, “For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.” This becoming sin for us takes the sin nature spiritually away from us and to the grave when Jesus Christ was sacrificed. By placing our Faith in the finished work of Christ we are thus dead to sin based on His sacrifice and resurrection. This also shows that in every struggle YAH knows what we are dealing with having been made man. We need only to pray to Him and ask for strength and endurance in our trials and know that we will make it through by way of the Cross of Christ.

Lastly the third part is so that He could physically die for our sins. Romans 6:23, “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” YAH is no liar, when sin entered the world death surely did follow. In order to save mankind, God (YAH) becoming man so that He could physically die for our sins is the best example of love given to us. So, why did He need to become a man? Number one because of our dominion in the Earth, to experience sin and then lastly to take that sin from us, Shalom…

Putting On The Fullness of Christ…

4 Oct

Romans 13:11-12, “And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.

”Romans 13:11-12 speaks to the expedient need to accept the Lord Jesus Christ, especially now in this modern day. With the rising cost of living, crime, and lost hope in elected officials Jesus is our answer. As this Earth Age will soon usher in the coming Christ Kingdom Age, we need to put on all his fullness.

This fullness, is to be led by the Holy Spirit of YAH (2 Peter 1:3-8). By placing our Faith in Christ, we are given his protection from this sinful world. Not only protection but also discernment and knowledge as to what the enemy is planning. The Spirit will never leave us (John 16:13). During these times turn to the Most High for guidance and protection. Knowing that the fullness of YAH will see us through.

Proverbs 18:20, “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe,” Shalom .

Alien or Demonic Entities…

15 Sep

A congressional hearing on the need for disclosure of the existence of U.F.Os recently went under the radar from major news channels. While world governments have been in contact with celestial beings I believe they are demonic in nature. The Bible states the last days will be that of Noah (Matthew 24:37:39). With mankind being totally subdued by sin but also reaping corruption from the Nephilim (Genesis 6). 

With so much to be worried about nowadays with the economy and healthcare, we need to be even more diligent to how the enemy is moving with His great deception, Matthew 24:24. I pray we all continue to stay loyal to the Most High and not to falter in the presence of lies and deceit, Shalom…

(For more on this topic please see the End Times Prophecy section of this website.)

The Power of The Resurrection…

8 Sep

Philippians 3:10-11, “ that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death, if, by any means, I may attain to the resurrection from the dead.”

The power of Christ’s resurrection is a very important subject for every believer. In placing our faith in Jesus’ resurrection is to atone for our sins in being made holy in His death and resurrection. This is due to what is stated in 2 Corinthians 5:21, “For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.”

Jesus Christ took the sins of the world with Him to the cross, where He crucified it with him. The resurrection signifies YAH’s acceptance of his sacrifice by raising Jesus from the dead. This grants us power over sin while it still remains in everyone’s we have the  grace from its corruption and death. Understanding this will help everyone in their daily walk, through trials and tribulations knowing the power of the Cross, Shalom…

Are You Replacing Jesus In Your Life?

11 Aug

1 Timothy 4:1, “Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons.”

As we move closer to the second coming of Jesus, it’s alarming to see how the world has steadily removed Christ as our Lord and Savior. First removing prayer in public schools, work, social gatherings and now by encouraging those lost spiritually to focus on physical self improvement and worldly development. Now instead of finding a Church, individuals are joining gyms, meditation groups or choosing to invest more time into making money and furthering their careers in hope of filling that void.

The enemy looks to replace the finished work of Jesus at the cross with a false gospel. One that will satisfy you for the moment but will not save you from sin. Pain, hurt, anxiety are all the result of the sin nature in us. Working out and meditating on positive things may help for a moment but only Jesus can truly save us. Acts 4:12  “Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Jesus Christ died for everything one time so we would not die by it many times. In times of trials we need to stand firm on our faith and in prayer, asking for guidance and direction

The Bible states in James 4:8, “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” Turn to the Most High when adversity arises and not the world’s alternative. In Jesus, the Holy Spirit will guide your life and decisions for your best interest and YAH’s new world, Shalom…

Scripture Study- 2 Timothy 1:7,”For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

1 Aug

2 Timothy 1:7, is a scripture of encouragement to all Christian’s. At times when we may doubt ourselves we must trust in YAH and not fear. Fear brings doubt and with doubt disbelief which is at odds with our Faith. Instead of fear replace this with the power of Faith, turning over this fear to YAH and move boldly knowing that He will always make a way (Proverbs 3:5-6). As long as we operate according to His will and move in love, our steps will be guided by the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:14). 

Knowing that the Cross of Christ has given us every blessing from the Most High, Ephesians 1:3, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ.” Lastly a sound mind is needed on every journey especially during trials. Romans 12:2, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Scripture Study: The Significance of Christ First and Last Words to Man…

14 Jul

Luke 2:49, “And He said to them, “Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?”

John 19:30, “So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished!” And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.”

The recorded first words of Jesus Christ begin with Him saying He is about his Father’s business and last are “It is finished.” Jesus came to Earth on a very significant mission and that was to preach the good news of the Gospels and to be our sin atonement (Luke 24:46-48), not to condemn mankind but to save it. The awesome significance between these two scriptures is that the redemption process in Him is complete. The remission of sins is finished (Matthew 26:28), our forgiveness is finished (1 John 1:9), and we are in good standing with YAH (Romans 3:24). In Jesus’ final act of love, his sacrifice redeemed everyone who believes in the power of the cross.

There is no  need to add to what Christ has done or take away from the Gospels, just believe in Jesus Christ finished work for redemption. “It is finished,’ Shalom…

Repentance and Forgiveness; The Only Response to Sin…

29 Jun

Luke 24:46-48, “Then He said to them, “Thus it is written, and thus it was necessary for the Christ to suffer and to rise from the dead the third day, and that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. And you are witnesses of these things.

Repentance is defined as sincere regret or remorse for an action. While we all may sin and fall short of YAH’s will, the Bible gives us a clear answer on how we should respond, and that is to repent and forgive. The death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ has given us a way to escape sins entrapment. The blood of Christ can wash away all sin if we truly repent and turn away from it (1 John 1:7-9).

In regards to when friends or family members’ sins affect us and cause heartache, the Bible says to forgive. Luke 17:3, “Take heed to yourselves. If your brother sins against you, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him.” The scriptures state to forgive them every time but this is under the belief that they are truly repentant and do not keep repeating this same behavior. 

While we are in the flesh, sin will always be a part of our human nature (Romans 7:14). Through accepting Jesus Christ and striving to reflect His image, we have an escape from living a sinful life. The Holy Spirit will help us with every struggle (John 14:26). For times that we fall short we repent and when those who sin against us we forgive just as He has forgiven us, Shalom.

The Image of The Beast and A.I.

19 Jun

Revelation 13:15, “And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak and cause to be killed as many as would not worship the image of the beast.“

For many years I’ve wondered what Revelation 13:15 was describing by the image of the beast and just how the False Prophet is able to give life unto it. As we move closer and closer to the second coming of Jesus Christ, artificial intelligence may be an answer to this great deception. AI has the potential to change the world as it relates to the workforce, news information and entertainment. While in the right hands this technology can greatly enhance our way of life, while on the other hand can be used to scam and manipulate the masses into believing a lie.

It is very important that we stay vigilant, not only reading our Bibles daily but to what news and technology is being revealed. While we can enjoy our lives, be aware of the end times events being revealed before us so that we know exactly how to react in times of tribulations. Romans 13:11-13, ‘And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. Let us walk properly, as in the day, not in revelry and drunkenness, not in lewdness and lust, not in strife and envy,” shalom…