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The Tale of Naaman

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  Based on 2nd Kings 5. KJV of the Holy Bible. In the ancient lands of Aram, Syria, a region known for its strength and military might, there lived a renowned commander named Naaman. He was a figure of great importance; his victories in battle brought him prestige, and his bravery earned him the deep respect of the sovereign king Ben-Hadad II. Clad in shining armor and accompanied by a loyal retinue, Naaman was a man of stature, revered for his leadership on the battlefield. Yet, amid his many triumphs, Naaman bore a hidden wound—he was a leper, a condition that not only afflicted his body but also weighed heavily on his spirit. Leprosy was feared and shunned by society, rendering him an outcast, and forcing him to navigate life with sorrow and solitude. In Naaman's household, there resided a young girl, a captured Israelite who had become a servant to his wife. Though she was a prisoner in a foreign land, her heart remained compassionate and tender. Day after day, she observed t...

The Gate Has Been Watched

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  - You Have Been Found Out From the start There is a lie that human systems quietly learn to believe, and once it takes root it becomes dangerous. It is the idea that if something is hidden, it is safe, and if it is not seen, it does not truly exist in judgment. Like the flamingo, thinking that if it hides its head in the sand, no one will see it. Scripture never grants that illusion even a moment of credibility. From the beginning, God is revealed as the One who sees what eyes cannot see, who hears what mouths do not speak, and who weighs what no court can measure. “The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good” (Proverbs 15:3) . That is not passive observation. That is active, continuous awareness over every action, every structure, every decision, and every intention that exists anywhere in creation. Nothing is outside that sight. Not private action. Not hidden motive. Not institutional process. Not layered systems. Not administrative distance. Not...

Crowns Of Glory

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  In the grand adventure of life, the idea of “crowns” beautifully captures those moments that fill our hearts with joy and laughter. It’s as if God’s whispering to us, “Hey, you’re doing great! Keep going; I’ve got some special surprises for you.” Each crown we earn symbolizes the victories of faith, the strength to overcome difficulties, and the kindness blooming from God’s grace. It’s almost like a heavenly trophy case showcasing the rewards of our dedication to following His ways. Let’s take a moment to delve deeper into these crowns and see how they resonate with our experiences, inviting us to embrace new beginnings with open hearts and minds. The Bible introduces us to several crowns God has set aside, each representing unique aspects of our faith journey. The Apostle Paul beautifully articulates this in 2 Timothy 4:7-8 when he proclaims , “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteous...

Judea, Not ‘Palestine’

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  Uncovering the Roman Rewriting of History This teaching presents historical and biblical information based on already documented sources and scholarly research, and is intended for educational purposes only. i.e. I did the research. Judea, Not ‘Palestine’: Uncovering the Roman Rewriting of History Prelude I came across the title of Francesca Albanese’s latest video on youtube (actually it came across my feed as a... recommendation, and I have to be honest; my jaw dropped. The ignorance, the twisting of history, the complete disregard for facts… it was almost unbelievable. I felt a fire of outrage, not at people, but at the sheer blindness to truth. This isn’t about politics; it’s about history, about God’s covenant people, and about facts that have stood for millennia. What follows is my response, a careful, documented look at the land she keeps calling “Palestine” and the truth she seems determined to ignore. Introduction T he world thinks that it moves the pieces, w...

Jesus Christ, Our Mediator

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In the heart of Christian theology lies the profound truth that Jesus Christ serves as our Mediator. This pivotal role is essential to understanding our relationship with God and highlights the significance of Christ’s sacrifice. Mediation suggests a bridge between two parties and in the spiritual realm Jesus has bridged the chasm created by sin allowing humanity to reconnect with God the Father. The concept of mediation is woven throughout the Scriptures illustrating both God’s desire for relationship with humanity and the means by which that relationship is restored and sustained. As the New Testament explicitly identifies Jesus as our Mediator we find profound declarations that should make anyone sitting in a church pew smile, if only because the alternative is to be confused. In 1 Timothy 2:5-6 it explains with unmistakable clarity: “For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; Who gave himself a ransom for all to be testified in due time.” ...

INCOMPATIBILITY OR TRUTH

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    While I was trying to upgrade my computer, and during the whole crashing and graphics incompatibility fiasco, then, having to downgrade back to square one, to when I first got the computer, then upgrading it again, I learned a very valuable lesson… in comparing this to how God's Word has been added to and subtracted from over the past 2000+ years. When we try to add anything to God's Word, that makes it incompatible with His Truth. Although we may think it would be easier for the "lay person" to understand, it takes away from the actual truth… from the real commandments and relationship we have or could have with God. Simply incompatible. Like mixing oil and water. It is like mixing pagan worship with God's Truth (like what the "churches" did to "Christmas" and "Easter"… and acting as though they are one and the same - "respectively". The two are totally incompatible with anything but the Truth!!! The two can NEVER mix n...