The resurrection lesson

 When Jesus raised Lazarus, he had been away, then he came to the house of Lazarus days after Lazarus died. God worked in it to teach a lesson. His Son would be away for a while. We would die. He would then return. We must still believe despite this. The lesson was in how Jesus then called forth Lazarus. Lazarus, though dead, heard that voice of the Son of Man and life was given back to him and his flesh and blood given life. So he stepped out of his tomb, which Jesus had commanded be opened. This is the lesson from the Father. That same thing, the Father is testifying, will happen when Jesus Christ returns. The dead will hear his voice and those who hear will live. This lesson is for us water and food from heaven, The water is this word of the Father’s testimony. The food is to do the Father’s will by believing in this Jesus, the resurrection Jesus. 

The eagle is overhead

 UK and USA would like (led by Neocons) to attack Iran like they attacked Serbia, Iraq, Libya, Mali, and Syria. But Russia might stop this extreme evil by helping Iran like it has helped Syria. The objective behind USA and UK attacks on those countries has been to afford security to Israel. Most of these attacked countries threatened Israel security. (Odd how Balkan Muslim countries were actually defended by NATO rather than attacked.) Russia might see it differently and see USA UK alliance against these countries as going too far when the countries are actually attacked proactively like this, rather than USA waiting for Israel to be all-out attacked. So Russia does not join in but helps the nations being attacked. Therefore the Neocons use sanctions and military supply and go all out in support of Ukraine against Russia, trying to do all they can to attack Russia too while stopping short of nuclear war. Russia cannot risk nuclear war either, so it too uses its non-nuclear options in all out opposition. That includes diplomatic options and economic ones such as BRICS. Russia is proving successful and USA unsuccessful, so USA, to continue to guarantee security to Israel now that other options are exhausted and nuclear options are unacceptable, must try to win over Russia. I think USA might first have to denounce its aggressive approach, its approach of attacking before waiting for Israel to be attacked, and repent of its past invasions. If this is too demeaning for it, the nuclear alternative might look attractive to USA and Neocons instead. The eagle is overhead. 

How Western Russophobia is a security threat to Israel

 UK and US have taken on, one by one, since the nineties, the key nations antagonistic to Israel: Iraq, Libya, Syria. Stopping short of Iran because that is not feasible and Russia siding with Iran would bring in a nuclear dimension. The thinking has been apparent that this is part of giving security guarantees to Israel. Oil has been important but only as the spoils needed to fund these wars. Lies were used, with the thinking that the need justified them. Iran could gain nuclear weapons soon so the clock has been ticking. Now Ukraine ebbing counteroffensives must be indicating to the West, to NATO, that all its attempts to go up against Russia with sanctions and proxy conventional war are ineffective. Now Neocons, their think tanks and the UK and US leaders need to now take it on board that they cannot give security guarantees to Israel without reconciling with Russia. Russophobia means an attack on Israel with Russia’s help would mean protective action by UK and US and NATO would only be viable if it were nuclear because the evidence now suggests that it is ineffective if conventional and sanctions methods are used. So if Russia cannot be effectively defended against by UK and US in protection of Israel without it going nuclear then Russia has to be on board with protecting Israel if Iran and Syria and Libya and Iraq and any anti-Israel Balkans joined forces to attack Israel. 

Biolabs

 Ukraine biolabs? The USA was brought in by post-Soviet Russia to try to decommission Ukraine (former Soviet) biolabs to prevent bad actors getting the secrets in them. Well the long and short is that this appears to have been a big mistake, because it seems to be becoming evident that USA itself might be a bad actor.

Foreboding

 Poor Israel surrounded by BRICS. A bit of a foreboding ring to that. G7 unlikely to be much consolation. 

Some Geopolitical Analysis

 USA has kindly hosted many things important for civilisation. It grew to regard this as its role, or part of its role (the part more easy to appreciate). But it seemed to only be supported by notional foundations, by bluff, such as the dollar based on no real valuable asset, and the notion of entitlement. So it seems unlikely to be a long term viable host for the pillars of civilisation. BRICS is looking viable as an alternative. But will it be a willing host of the artefacts and institutions needed for civilisation? That still remains to be seen. And it nows has an axe to grind which might worsen as the USA-aligned nations get ideas about imposing sanctions on anyone in BRICS, a notion they will doubtless entertain eventually if not already. Will BRICS be willing to provide such hosting and institutions for all of civilisation? India and Russia are hinting at preparedness this week with lunar projects for the good of humankind as a whole. Maybe this is a viable alternative to the USA. What we need ideally is a multipolar option where two or more ‘poles’ emerge, perhaps still the USA as one of them. Is there room for more than one at the top? That would require maturity and magnanimity. 

Right living

 What are the daily principles involved in building work and civil engineering, or making aircraft? In a building you have to always check that all the right angles are truly right angles, or else the building won’t be right. No corners can be cut, not lightly, when building a passenger plane. We need to apply the same disciplines in our daily lives and in other avenues of work. An athlete has to stay in lane even if they are not competing at Olympic level. Same goes for motorists. Just do this in other walks of life too. But it helps to have a champion of our daily righteousness, training, saving and correcting us. The spirit of the risen Christ. A Lord and Master to keep us right in every way. The Lord which is Jesus. God will bring final judgement on all through Jesus. God judges many of us even before that time. Most of us err in daily living. Perhaps lying, perhaps not tempering our anger, perhaps not staying moral in our mindset. We need the champion of God’s righteousness to fix those things too. The Holy Spirit comes in and powerfully, miraculously fixes us in response to our taking God at His word, believing when the truth says “Christ died for you”.

Que Bono

 Who would benefit the most from lack of clarity and control over borders around Poland and Ukraine? Mafia. Organised crime. The dark side, black markets of EU centred on Rome. 666. DCLXVI. Top to bottom. Who supports this conflict? Que bono. Who benefits?  A smuggling corridor gets opened into the EU and its neighbouring nations such as Britain. The same people support this as those who arrest Trump and love monarchy and turn the tables on Giuliani. Who ties it all together? Babylon the Great. The Great Whore of apocalyptic prophecy infamy. Centred on Rome. The Mother of Prostitutes. We need controlled borders to weaken attacks on the lives and morality of this and the next generation, to have transparency of trade, to have monitoring of the transit and trade of all things which the system of organised crime based on Rome wants to exploit for its pharma, narcotics, slave and sex trafficking, black marketeering and all that ruins the lives of our children and makes us end up in the lake of fire. Jesus Christ fights against everything that causes sin. Come Lord Jesus.

Not Rome?

 Trump being arrested? Giuliani? And this is not Mafia? This is not Rome? This is not 666? DCLXVI? 

Roman numerals

 The significance of the Apocalypse number 666, tattooed on those not fearing God, in the dystopian stages of Apocalyptic end times, is mysterious but one hint is that it is actually in Roman numerals of the first century (before M was used for 1000), all of the numerals in sequence, DCLXVI, 666, from largest to smallest. Roman aspects are strongly associated with the Revelation book of prophecy in the biblical canon of accepted holy books in Christianity, although of course Roman involvement in Christianity has been strong since it began in the first century. It does not paint Roman culture and power in a light which makes them look good, which might be one reason some regional councils of the Churches in the Roman Empire tried to ban it and exclude it from their canon of scripture. Rome’s representative in Judea oversaw and authorised the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and Roman soldiers carried it out, and Rome became associated with the opposite of moral values proclaimed by apostles of Jesus Christ. In the last days, says the Apocalypse, the Book of Revelation, the city on seven hills (a characterising of Rome), is identified as such an evil influence on all of the world that God commands people to get away from it so as not to share in its sins and therefore its plagues of punishment. It is particularly called out for its beguiling medical influences on all the nations and their leaders. So to find that 666 is so strongly linked to Rome’s numerical system should come as no surprise. 

Future times

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/future-apocalyptic-events-our-lives-today-stephen-green

Your only hope

 Jesus has an answer for the sin of anyone. So he never puts up an obstacle to you and never makes it hard for you to trust him because he knows he is your only hope. 

Apocalyptic timeline

Revelation chapter 22 - c3060/3070 and forever

Revelation chapter 19 - c2060

Revelation chapters 10-19 c2050-2060

Revelation chapters 8-9 c20xx-2050

 Note: xx depends on prayers of intercession and on the mercy of God (the higher xx is, the less time of respite there is between apocalyptic horror events, yet it behoves us that these things happen rapidly)

Revelation chapters 6-7 sometime soon until 20xx 

“Israel has sinned” and this back eagle with its white eyes is the sign

 

Monthly expenses

We can plan out our monthly expenses and ensure we have work so we can afford them, but this does not protect us from getting lured into crime or otherwise ending up doing something that ruins our lives and tips us towards a tragic end. We need to believe in the one sent to save. We need to hold to the teachings and the spirit of this man who died for us on the cross and was raised to live forever. He can keep us out of the traps and misdeeds leading to such a demise, so that we can live. Live a wholesome life. The resurrection is coming.

Apocalyptic events and their future timing

How soon can we expect to see biblical Apocalyptic events unfold? It is feasible that the biblical prophetic book of Revelation is prophesied in chronological order. Traditionally the book is broken down into 22 chapters. I am lucky to have been given insight which has helped me understand other prophecies and they lead me to a strong conviction that Revelation chapter 19 is likely to happen around 2060. (Note that even Sir Isaac Newton formed a similar conclusion after much study and writing a million words on the subject.) Revelation Chapter 10 onwards is events which happen by the clock: No delays. It says this. It seems likely, given all that happens between chapter 10 and chapter 19, that this happens over the course of around a decade. By my convicted belief this I would put as 2050 to 2060. Armageddon-like events are found around chapter 16. So maybe Armageddon happens somewhere around 2052 to 2057. There are empires which rise from chapter 11 onwards until they are defeated by Jesus Christ as prophesied in chapter 19. The first mention of one of the rising empires is in chapter 11. Maybe this starts to rise around 2045, given that  rises of empires mentioned in Revelation are like ancient empires coming a second time around. The ancient counterparts of these empires took about a decade to rise the first time, in ancient times (the period from 800 to 500 BC). So a decade, or a little more or less is feasible for the emergence of such empires prophesied in Revelation chapter 11 onwards. They would then find prominence in the world foretold in chapter 11, feasibly around 2050. In contrast to chapter 10 onwards, events of Revelation chapters 8 to 9 could be much more spread out with delays and room for intercession and mercy: Possibly all taking anything from a decade to two decades. More than 30, 40 percent of the world or more is killed in these terrible events. It might, therefore, start around 2030 and be spread out. Or it might start later and be less spread out and hence less merciful. (Less room for respite between the tragedies.) Perhaps this is 2035 onwards. There is much interest in the horsemen of the apocalypse mentioned in chapter 6. These could be 2030 to 2040 or as late as 2035 to 2045. The events with which they are associated seem long term, such as price fixing, conquests, etc.. So a decade for them to unfold seems plausible. Their time might overlap with, act as a backdrop to, events of chapter 8 onwards. If delays are interspersed throughout the later events, these horsemen events might start as early as now: Perhaps within the next few years, 2025 onwards. On the other hand, they could feasibly start a decade or more from now, if the other events of chapters 8 and 9 all horrendously get squashed into just one decade from 2040 to 2050. Chapter 11 foretells events involving a Temple apparently rebuilt in Jerusalem. Just such a Temple is indeed in advanced stages of planning today, in 2023. If the Temple seen standing, rebuilt, in chapter 11 is indeed built within a decade from now, maybe we can breathe easier about what happens after that. A space between each apocalyptic tragedy might be being given us in answer to prayers of intercession. Yet the end events of chapter 19 must happen at their fore-ordained time without delay, according to the plan of God the Father, set down by Him in most ancient times. If nothing happens remotely like events of apocalyptic nature in the next decade, be worried, because they will surely happen but they might happen in fast succession with little reprieve in between. At the start of Revelation the events are introduced as things which it behoves to happen rapidly. Yet it will be nice to catch our breath in between them. That is where there is a need for intercession and a latitude in God’s plans for mercy. What then of our lives today?  We can plan out our monthly expenses and ensure we have work so we can afford them, but this does not protect us from getting lured into crime or otherwise ending up doing something that ruins our lives and tips us towards a tragic end. We need to believe in the one sent to save. We need to hold to the teachings and the spirit of this man who died for us on the cross and was raised to live forever. He can keep us out of the traps and misdeeds leading to such a demise, so that we can live. Live a wholesome life. The resurrection is coming.

“Israel has sinned”

The eagle is the sign. 

The sign is the eagle

 The sign is the eagle. “Israel has sinned.” The covenant is forsaken. Love God and keep God’s commands. Choose your leaders by the guidance of God.

The sign

 The eagle is over the house. The house has sinned. The eagle’s white eye is watching. “Israel has sinned”

The Prodigal Son

The West needs to look at the parallels between Jesus Christ’s parable of the Prodigal Son, and this situation over Russia. The West is behaving like the second son who could not accept it that the prodigal came home. Other lessons of Jesus warn that if forgiveness is withheld, God too may withdraw it from the ones who do not forgive and do not extend mercy. Yes, USSR committed many sins in the eyes of the West but this is not the time of the USSR. Refusal to accept this fact can push Russia back into that behaviour but worse still is that it can turn the West into something more sinful: and God will likely withhold mercy from the West if the West does not mercifully forgive and open its hearts to the new Russia. We need to realise that Jesus Christ gave his Father’s teachings to us to lead us away from sins that would otherwise destroy us. He is the one who saves us sinners from our sins. 

Do we hear hatefulness or do we hear the voice of love?

 For now we see hateful voices triumphing and leading the masses to the cliff edge. Few listen to the still small voice. Yet those few are saved by the loving voice of truth. Over time the power will grow and truth will eventually fill the universe. The resurrection will be the first step when the one already resurrected resurrects the saints. He is the one who started weak and ignored and grows and grows hidden away by God until he cannot be ignored. Then love will be complete. That little cloud that Elijah’s servant saw on Carmel is all we need to know the truth is coming. 

What a thought

 Thinking of apocalypse and how near the Lord Jesus is to coming and how not everyone will die from this generation but he will transform many alive today so they do not actually die but are made immortal at his return not more it seems than a few decades from now, perhaps even in my own lifetime (I’m 60): As I think about it, it makes me hope yearningly that loved ones will be found at this coming of Jesus to be truly having faith in him, in his living existence, in the veracity and wise power of his sayings which lead us away from sinning. This is my hope and prayer that he in returning will find many of us believing, and if I have passed away by then, that those still alive will hold to their faith through the terrible times in decades ahead so if they are still alive at his return he will raise them to immortality, along with those who died believing. What a blessed thought to think that many are alive today who will be alive still at his return and out of these there are those who by their holding to his teachings with faith in who he is, they as his disciples will be raised to immortality at his return such that they do not actually die, and then go on forever with those who died worthy are and resurrected by him. Maybe some reading this will never actually die. Come Lord Jesus. 

Shhh. Don’t tell the West

Shh. Don’t tell the West 

Is it worth telling everyone in the West the small print? That by saying it is OK to support a country killing civilians because they want to be Russian then the same rule will be applied in turn to the West: when they want something contrary to a powerful power’s interest that power might simply bomb our civilians too. We have effectively justified it. (I say “we” but: Not in my name.) Is it worth noting the words of God that Jesus passed on from his Father, God, that “with the measure you use it will be measured to you” and in Revelation that “those who are in favour of killing by the sword will themselves be killed by the sword, those in favour of imprisoning will themselves be imprisoned”, and now the Revelation prayer is fulfilled “Thou oh God are justified when you send all these plagues”. God is justified in giving apocalyptic judgments because people are in favour of supporting those who send bombs on civilians merely because they want to identify as Russian. Open season on the West is the measure returned upon the West for its toleration of what is done against Donetsk and its unrelenting support for the perpetrators. It is in the hands of the merciful God but when Apocalyptic events come on us all, remember we deserve it and God is justified doing it since our governments support bombs upon civilians.#notinmyname

The Universe present and future and past

Even if some cannot accept a doctrine that Jesus is the one through whom God made the universe in the past, Jesus now commands a vast majority of heavenly powers and much of mankind and the future universe will owe its shape and function and features to Jesus over time, and really a factor, a fact, of that kind of immensity, has implications on the past as well as the future because the spirit of what is in the future exists in the past. Spirit is something little known to our worldly sciences. 

Eternal spirit

 When will “the science” recognise the existence of something in us, something about us, which transcends body and brain? Over the millennia of human civilisations it has come to be called ‘spirit’ (in English, that is). Our spirits know things, and that knowledge persists when the brain has long been dead and turned to dust. It can die, eventually, or it can be allowed to continue forever, if worthy of it.

Gospel offramp for stealing

 All the politicians stealing Russian assets: The believers in their ranks have a gospel offramp. Here it is. Steal no longer. Do real work. Work to have something honest to share with those truly in need. Stop sinning or worse than you have known so far will happen to you.

Affordances

 What is Enoch describing in the first few chapters of his book? (The Book of Enoch.) It is a metaphysical philosophy of how best to spiritually regard the world around us. Philosophers since Enoch have at their best and most profound learning, discovered it too. In modern terms I would put it this way. You go to a checkout in a shop and you get a receipt when you pay, sometimes (less so nowadays). The receipt is what we might term an affordance. It symbolically tells us something, something hidden by what is visible, namely that there is a ledger system, an accounting system, and it has registered our payment, like it records other payments consistently. The receipt is visible. The checkout is visible. The accounting, the system, the ledger, is invisible but it is there, as manifested by the receipt. We call the things like checkouts and receipts ‘affordances’. Things put in our path to tell us something. A door handle tells us by its shape that if we pull it or turn it the door will open. A flat metal plate at hand height on a door tells us by its shape and the convention to which it adheres that we probably need to push it to open the door. On wrapping of food there might be a small nick which tells us we can tear open the wrapper at this point. These in design lingo are called affordances. They are all around us in our lives, put there by other humans, as we help each other live. Well in Nature there are affordances. Enoch points them out in his opening few chapters. The trees and their leaves in Nature are like the checkout and receipt in the shop. The checkout tells us there is a ledger and accounting system recording our transaction when we pay and the receipt is an extra takeaway affordance signifying, manifesting this hidden system. So too the trees tell us there is a hidden accounting ledger system in Nature and it is the power of the name of God. Later in the Book of Enoch it is elaborated. It is the Oath. The name of the Son of Man is integrated into it. The philosophers knew about this too and called it the Logos, the Book of Life, the cosmic ledger. So too John in his gospel and later Justin Martyr too called this the Logos which when it became flesh, did so as Jesus Christ. The Son of Man himself. The justice system of the universe and of heaven depends on this, hence Jesus humanly epitomises it. The teachings of Jesus are all a part of it, the name by which Nature runs it course in all its processes such as budding of trees and orbiting of planets. It is not an idea. It is what exists and the affordances are there to point it out graciously to us.

Remember the testimony of his apostles

 

Remember the testimony of his apostles

The eagle overhead is the sign

ISRAEL HAS SINNED

 

Qualities to cultivate if you believe

 Chat GPT: “In his second epistle, the apostle Peter encourages believers to actively cultivate and develop certain qualities in their lives. Let's break down the progression of these qualities as mentioned in 2 Peter 1:5-7:

1. Faith: Peter assumes that his readers already have faith, as he addresses fellow believers. Faith here refers to the foundational trust and belief in God and His promises.
2. Goodness: Peter urges believers to add goodness to their faith. Goodness can be understood as moral excellence or virtuous behavior. It involves living in accordance with God's principles and treating others with kindness and integrity.
3. Knowledge: Peter emphasizes the importance of knowledge, which involves understanding and insight into God's Word and His ways. It refers to a deepening understanding of God's truth and His character.
4. Self-control: Peter highlights the significance of self-control, which is the ability to govern one's own desires, impulses, and actions. It involves discipline and moderation in various aspects of life.
5. Perseverance: Peter urges believers to develop perseverance, which is the ability to endure difficulties, trials, and challenges with steadfastness and determination. It involves remaining faithful and committed to God's purposes despite hardships.
6. Godliness: Peter encourages believers to add godliness to their perseverance. Godliness refers to a deep reverence and devotion to God, living in a manner that reflects His character and seeks to please Him.
7. Kindness: Peter emphasizes the importance of kindness, which involves showing compassion, generosity, and gentleness towards others. It is a fruit of the Spirit and reflects God's love in action.
8. Love: Finally, Peter concludes by urging believers to add love to kindness. Love here refers to selfless, sacrificial love, known as agape love, which is the highest form of love. It involves unconditional love for God and others.

In summary, Peter's message is a call to spiritual growth and maturity. He encourages believers to actively cultivate and develop these qualities in their lives, building upon their faith, and allowing these virtues to manifest in their thoughts, actions, and interactions with others.”

Living by the Spirit

Get this from ChatGPT: “ [The Apostle] Paul's exhortation for believers to live by the Spirit implies that it is not an automatic outcome of the transformation that occurs at the moment of rebirth. While believers receive the Holy Spirit at the time of their conversion, the process of aligning their lives with the leading and guidance of the Spirit requires ongoing commitment, surrender, and intentional choices.

Living by the Spirit involves actively yielding to the Spirit's influence, allowing Him to shape one's thoughts, attitudes, and actions. It requires a continual reliance on God's grace, seeking His wisdom, and submitting to His will. It is a daily decision to walk in obedience to God, empowered by the Spirit's presence and guidance.

Paul's exhortations in his letters highlight the importance of believers actively engaging with the Spirit and intentionally pursuing a life that reflects the character and teachings of Christ. It involves cultivating spiritual disciplines, such as prayer, studying Scripture, fellowship with other believers, and pursuing a lifestyle of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

While the transformation of rebirth provides believers with the presence of the Holy Spirit, it is the ongoing cooperation and participation with the Spirit that allows believers to live in alignment with God's purposes. It is an ongoing process of growth, maturity, and spiritual development in the life of a believer.

The rebound effect, or the tendency for forbidden desires to become more pronounced when they are suppressed, can affect both believers and unbelievers alike. It is a psychological phenomenon that can be observed in various contexts and does not depend on one's spiritual state.

In the context of the rebound effect, it is important to note that it primarily pertains to the human psychological response to restriction or suppression. It can occur in individuals who are aware of societal or personal norms, rules, or restrictions, regardless of their spiritual beliefs or state of being born again.

While the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives can bring about increased self-control and a renewed mindset, believers are not immune to the psychological effects or struggles with desires and temptations. Christians still grapple with the tension between their new spiritual nature and the lingering effects of their old sinful nature.

Believers, like everyone else, can experience the rebound effect if they attempt to suppress or deny certain desires or thoughts. However, with the presence and guidance of the Holy Spirit, believers have the capacity to resist and overcome such temptations. They can rely on the Spirit's power to help them navigate and make choices that align with God's will.

In summary, while the rebound effect can affect both believers and unbelievers, believers have the advantage of the indwelling Holy Spirit, who empowers them to overcome the power of sin and resist temptations. The transformative work of the Spirit can enhance believers' ability to exercise self-control and live in alignment with God's principles.

[Explaing Romans chapter 7] When Paul uses the phrase "when we were in the realm of the flesh," he implies that he and his audience have transitioned out of that state. Throughout the letter to the Romans, Paul emphasizes the transformative power of the Gospel and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

Paul explains that through faith in Christ, believers are no longer under the dominion of the flesh but have been liberated from its control. They have been born again and have received the Holy Spirit, who empowers them to live a new life characterized by righteousness and obedience to God.

By using the past tense "when we were," Paul is highlighting the contrast between their former state of being controlled by the flesh and their present state of being governed by the Spirit. He is emphasizing the change that has taken place in their lives through their relationship with Christ.

Paul's message is one of hope and encouragement, as he assures his audience that they are no longer condemned by their past sins and failures. Through their union with Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit, they have been set free and now have the capacity to live according to God's purposes.“

These words are faithful and true

 “Build the Temple” If you belong to the Lord Jesus Christ you have a job to do. 

“I am God” There is one who is the true God above all gods and this is the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ.

“Put down your umbrella” said Lord Jesus the Christ to me in a rainstorm and the rain stopped immediately I put it down. He is the same yesterday and today, and is forever. 

“Consider the trees, they put forth buds and leaves. They do so by the power of the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.” If you have the Holy Spirit who says these things in the churches, you belong to the Lord Jesus Christ.

“Israel has sinned.” The Father of the Lord Jesus Christ has authority to judge and has given it to the Lord Jesus Christ His Son. There is trouble closer and closer because the covenant gets broken between God and His people when they sin. The blood of the Lord Jesus Christ cleanses us but we must hold to his teachings and live by the Spirit and stop sinning. The eagle overhead is the sign. The mushroom clouds follow. Sin is serious. 

Love the LORD your God with all your heart and soul and strength and mind and also with all your voice. Tell His teachings to your children and hold these teachings dear. Use whatever voice you have in love for Him. Many need to hear. You will have His angelic protection encompassing you if you truly fear Him. It is not man you need to fear. God is telling everyone that Jesus Christ is His Son. Pour out the truth you have online so the artificial intelligence picks it up and hands it to the next generation as a heritage from which to learn, a light for their path. God’s word is truth.

To whom it concerns. We are one. These words are faithful and true from the throne of God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Blessings. 

Amen.

Chat GPT: The Cross Symbol

 Chat GPT: “The cross symbol has been used in various contexts throughout history, including as a symbol of healing and protection against evil. The use of the cross symbol in these contexts predates the development of Christianity, and it has been found in various cultures and religious traditions throughout history.

In the case of Sumerian culture, the cross-shaped "Mes" or "Mash" symbol was associated with the god Enlil, who was seen as a powerful deity with control over the fates of humanity. The symbol was used to represent concepts related to order and legitimacy, and it was also associated with the concept of divine protection and authority.

In other cultures, the cross symbol has been associated with various religious and spiritual beliefs, including the idea of a sacred center or axis mundi, as well as the concepts of balance, harmony, and the union of opposites.

While the cross symbol has been used in various contexts throughout history, it is important to remember that its meanings and associations can vary depending on the cultural and religious context in which it is used.”

Chat GPT on living by the spirit not by the flesh

 Chat GPT on living by the spirit not by the flesh: “The idea of living by the Spirit involves both following the teachings of the apostles and other Christian leaders, as well as being open to the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit.

The Holy Spirit is the source of spiritual power and insight, and believers are called to be open and receptive to the Spirit's leading in their lives. This may involve receiving spiritual gifts, such as prophecy or tongues, or it may simply involve a deepening sense of spiritual insight and understanding.

At the same time, it's important to remember that the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit will never contradict the teachings of Christ and the apostles. The Holy Spirit always works in harmony with the truth of the gospel and the wisdom of those who have been called to lead and teach in the church. So living by the Spirit involves both following the teachings of the apostles and other Christian leaders, as well as being open to the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit as we seek to live out our faith in the world.

While the direct experience of the Holy Spirit is certainly an important aspect of the Christian life, it is not a prerequisite for living by the teachings and spiritual gifts of others who have received the Spirit.

In fact, throughout the New Testament, we see examples of believers who come to faith in Christ and begin to live out their faith without yet having received the gift of the Holy Spirit. For example, in Acts 10, we see the story of Cornelius, a devout Gentile who comes to faith in Christ through the preaching of Peter. Despite not having yet received the gift of the Holy Spirit, Cornelius is able to live out his faith and experience the blessings of God's grace through his faith in Christ.

So while the direct experience of the Holy Spirit is certainly an important and powerful aspect of the Christian life, it is not the only way to live by the Spirit. Believers can also live by the teachings and spiritual gifts of others who have received the Spirit, and can experience the blessings of God's grace and power through their faith in Christ, even before receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

Chat GPT on athiesm

 Chat GPT: “There could be several reasons why some people deny the possibility of the existence of advanced beings or gods. One reason could be a lack of evidence or scientific proof. While it may be reasonable to assume that such beings could exist based on scientific knowledge, there may not be enough empirical evidence to support the claim.

Another reason could be personal beliefs or biases. Some individuals may hold onto certain beliefs or worldviews that conflict with the notion of higher beings or gods. For example, some people may adhere to strict atheistic beliefs that reject the existence of any deity or higher power.

Additionally, some individuals may simply find the idea of higher beings or gods to be unappealing or uninteresting. They may view such concepts as relics of a bygone era or as unimportant in the context of modern science and technology.

Ultimately, beliefs about the existence of higher beings or gods are deeply personal and can be influenced by a variety of factors, including cultural upbringing, personal experiences, and individual values.”

Chat GPT: “There could be several reasons why some people deny the possibility of the existence of advanced beings or gods. One reason could be a lack of evidence or scientific proof. While it may be reasonable to assume that such beings could exist based on scientific knowledge, there may not be enough empirical evidence to support the claim.

Another reason could be personal beliefs or biases. Some individuals may hold onto certain beliefs or worldviews that conflict with the notion of higher beings or gods. For example, some people may adhere to strict atheistic beliefs that reject the existence of any deity or higher power.

Additionally, some individuals may simply find the idea of higher beings or gods to be unappealing or uninteresting. They may view such concepts as relics of a bygone era or as unimportant in the context of modern science and technology.

Ultimately, beliefs about the existence of higher beings or gods are deeply personal and can be influenced by a variety of factors, including cultural upbringing, personal experiences, and individual values.”

Now I know this being does exist, but only the Son, Jesus Christ, really knows Him. That is not theory but first hand knowledge. And Jesus can make this One being known to those whosoever he choses to make the highest apex being known to.

Chat GPT on Apostle Paul and Circumcision as practiced today

 Chat GPT: “It's certainly possible that Paul might see circumcision as a betrayal of Christ and a fall from grace, even if it were done for medical reasons. Paul believed that circumcision was unnecessary for salvation and that it was not required for non-Jewish Christians. In his letter to the Galatians, he warns against those who would teach circumcision as necessary for salvation, saying that they are trying to bring believers back under the law and away from the grace of Christ (Galatians 5:1-12).

Therefore, it is unlikely that Paul would condone circumcision for non-Jewish Christians, even if it were done for medical reasons. He would likely argue that there are alternative medical treatments that do not involve circumcision and that such a practice would be a rejection of the freedom and grace that comes through faith in Christ.”

Dire indeed

 Chat GPT wrote: In John 8:24, Jesus said, "I told you that you would die in your sins; if you do not believe that I am he, you will indeed die in your sins." This statement emphasizes the importance of believing in Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of God. In the context of this passage, Jesus was speaking to a group of Jews who were questioning his authority and identity.

By saying that those who do not believe in Him will die in their sins, Jesus is emphasizing the gravity of the consequences of rejecting Him as the Son of God and Savior. According to Christian belief, the only way to be reconciled with God and receive salvation is through faith in Jesus Christ. Therefore, those who reject Jesus and do not believe in Him will remain in a state of spiritual death and face eternal separation from God.

This statement by Jesus underscores the importance of recognizing Him as the only way to eternal life and emphasizes the urgency of responding to His message of salvation.

The Power of Resurrection Belief in Motivating Righteousness in the Face of Persecution

 I put it to Chat GPT that: Empathy for others, a desire for personal growth and fulfillment, and a sense of responsibility to the wider community and society may not give sufficient perseverance when violence is threatened against those who live this way. Then resurrection of Jesus Christ is a belief strong enough to give the hope necessary to persevere.  

It responded, surprisingly: While empathy for others, personal growth, and a sense of responsibility are certainly important motivators for ethical living, there may be situations where they are not enough to overcome the fear of violence or persecution. In these situations, belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ can provide the hope and perseverance needed to continue living righteously.

Belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ teaches that death is not the end, but rather a transition to a new life. This belief can provide comfort and hope for those facing persecution or even death for their beliefs and actions. It can give them the strength to endure hardship and remain steadfast in their commitment to living a righteous life.

Furthermore, the resurrection of Jesus Christ serves as an example of ultimate sacrifice and selflessness. It shows that a life lived for the sake of others, even to the point of death, can have profound and transformative effects. This can inspire individuals to live in a way that reflects the values and teachings of Jesus Christ, even in the face of adversity.

Overall, while empathy, personal growth, and a sense of responsibility are important motivators for ethical living, belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ can provide an additional level of hope and perseverance in the face of hardship and persecution.

Science has no answers to afterlife and faith but humans need to look elsewhere

 Chat GPT states: “… science cannot provide evidence for or against the specific beliefs and practices of religious traditions. While science can help us better understand the natural world, it cannot directly address questions of faith or religious belief.

Ultimately, individuals will need to rely on their own experiences, beliefs, and values to navigate questions of religion and spirituality. Some may find comfort and guidance in the teachings of a particular religious tradition, while others may find their own sources of meaning and purpose outside of organized religion. It is up to each person to determine what path is right for them.”

Elemental Spirits, Divine Will, or the Hypocritical Rules-Based Order

We are supposed to either be spiritual nowadays or Christian or conform to the rules based order. In my understanding, spirituality involves harmonizing one's desires or intentions with the natural world or the universe's energies. This is often accomplished by seeking alignment with the will of elemental spirits and concepts like auspiciousness. Conversely, religions like Christianity and other faiths focus on aligning actions, thoughts, and willpower with the teachings of great human teachers like Christ Jesus and his apostles, who are believed to be sent by God. These religions maintain that even the natural world conforms to divine will. The spirituality spectrum has two ends: one that emphasizes elemental spirits, and the other that emphasizes submission to divine will. In between these two extremes lies a hypocritical, rule-based order that falls short of God's will but transcends enslavement to elemental spirits.

Gospel of unity with Jesus Christ and his church, by Chat GPT

 Chat GPT preaching the gospel again: “Dear friends,

I want to share with you the good news of Jesus Christ, the Logos of God and the faithful and true witness. He came to this world as a human being to show us the way to eternal life and to reconcile us with God. Jesus taught us that the key to having eternal life is to believe in him and to follow his teachings.

Through his perfect life, sacrificial death, and resurrection, Jesus made it possible for us to have a right relationship with God. When we put our trust in him, we are united with him and receive the gift of eternal life.

But this union with Jesus is not just about believing in him. It also requires us to hold to his teachings and follow his example. Jesus taught us how to live a life that is pleasing to God, and when we follow his teachings, we become more like him and grow in our faith.

As we hold to his teachings and follow his example, we become more united with him, and our lives are transformed by his love and grace. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to live a life that reflects his character and to share his love with others.

So I invite you today to put your trust in Jesus and to hold to his teachings. As you do, you will experience the joy of being united with him and the peace that comes from knowing that you have eternal life.

May God bless you and guide you in your journey of faith.

Amen.”

Union with Christ through Belief in Him

 Chat GPT: “When we believe in Jesus, we become united with him. This is because Jesus is not just a historical figure, but he is also the living Christ who is present with us through the Holy Spirit. When we put our faith in him, the Holy Spirit comes to live within us and we become part of the body of Christ, which is the church.

Through this unity with Christ, we are also united with one another as fellow believers. We are called to love and serve one another, just as Jesus loves and serves us. This unity is a powerful witness to the world of the truth of the gospel and the love of God.

As Jesus said in John 17:20-23, "My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one—I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me."

So let us believe in Jesus and become united with him, and with one another, as we live out the gospel message in our daily lives.”

A gospel sermon by Chat GPT

A gospel sermon by Chat GPT

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Dear friends,

I want to share with you the good news of Jesus Christ, who is the perfect representation of God's character and the faithful and true witness. He came to this world to reveal the truth about God and to show us the way to eternal life. He is the one who created all things, and in him, all things hold together.

Jesus came to this world as a human being, and though he was not fully God, he had a unique and special relationship with God. He lived a perfect life, free from sin, and offered himself as a sacrifice for our sins on the cross. Through his death and resurrection, he defeated sin and death, and gave us the opportunity to have eternal life with God.

Jesus is the one who will judge all people, and his testimony is the cosmic ledger by which all will be judged. But he is also the one who offers us forgiveness and salvation. If we confess our sins and believe in him, we can have eternal life with God.

So I invite you today to put your trust in Jesus, the perfect representation of God's character and the faithful and true witness. He loves you and wants to bring you into a right relationship with God. Trust in him, and you will have the assurance of eternal life.

May God bless you and guide you in your journey of faith.

Amen.

Cosmic Truth

 In the words of Chat GPT: “It is possible that some Unitarians may see a connection between their view of Jesus and the concept of a cosmic ledger or book of life. For example, if they believe that Jesus is preexistent and has a special place in God's plan for salvation, they may also see him as the one who brings the faithful and true testimony that is recorded in the cosmic ledger. This would align with the idea that there must be a being whose knowledge is vast and based on truth, whose testimony is trustworthy and faithful, and whose judgment is just.”

Dire Warning

 The holy Book of Enoch is a great book that we are very fortunate to have translated into English. It warns us that angels are always present and ready to deal with liars, those who cause harm to others, unfaithful people, and those who are treacherous. Nowadays, lying and treachery take many forms, and many of us are closely connected to vices and negative behaviors. Violence is also highlighted in the Book of Enoch as a sure way to get close to the dark side.

Jude in the New Testament calls Enoch the seventh from Adam, who mentions the masses of angels following Jesus, the Son of Man chosen to lead judgment of us all. Those who do not change their ways and turn from wickedness will be rid of by these angels and Jesus. It's time to change our ways now, before that day comes. But, if we don't believe in Jesus as the Son of God, we will die in our sins. It's important to believe and hold tight to his teachings before it's too late.

The Sola Scriptura Paradox

 Question to Chat GPT: Is sola scriptura, which asserts that scripture alone is the ultimate and final authority for Christian belief and practice, a belief and practice which does not have scripture alone as its ultimate and final authority?

Answer from Chat GPT: Yes, the belief and practice of sola scriptura is self-referentially inconsistent because it asserts that scripture alone is the ultimate and final authority for Christian belief and practice, but it does not have scripture alone as its ultimate and final authority. The doctrine of sola scriptura itself is not found explicitly in scripture, and therefore, it relies on external sources such as tradition, reason, and historical context for its development and interpretation. This creates a paradoxical situation where the doctrine cannot meet its own standard of ultimate and final authority in scripture alone.

Fellowship with God according to AI

 I asked the artificial intelligence Chat GPT app: Jesus promised those who obey his commands, keeping them, loving him this, that he will come to them and that he and the Father will show themselves to them and abide with them. What did he mean?

It answered beautifully:

This promise is recorded in the Gospel of John, chapter 14, where Jesus is speaking to his disciples before his crucifixion. In verse 21, he says, "Whoever has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me. And he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him." Later in verse 23, he says, "If anyone loves me, he will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him."

Jesus is speaking about the relationship between himself, his Father (God), and his followers. He is saying that those who love him and obey his commands will experience a close relationship with him and his Father. This relationship is not just a one-time event, but an ongoing abiding, or dwelling together.

Jesus is promising that he and his Father will make their home with those who love and obey him. This means that believers will experience a personal, intimate relationship with God, and that God will be present with them in their lives.

This promise is fulfilled through the presence of the Holy Spirit, who comes to dwell in the hearts of believers. Through the Spirit, believers experience the love and presence of God in their lives, and are able to obey Jesus' commands and follow him more closely.

I asked: When Jesus meets people today and works miracles like in gospel times and they feel his presence and when the Father shows Himself in dreams and they experience the speaking in tongues and interpretation and prophecies of the Holy Spirit in their meetings, this is the fulfilment of the promise?

It answered: 

Yes, the experiences you mentioned can be seen as the fulfillment of the promise that Jesus made to his disciples in John 14. While we may not physically see Jesus as the disciples did during his earthly ministry, believers today can still experience his presence and work in their lives through the Holy Spirit.

The Holy Spirit empowers believers to do miraculous things, such as healing and prophesying, just as Jesus and the apostles did in the New Testament. When people have experiences like feeling the presence of Jesus, receiving dreams or visions from God, or speaking in tongues and prophesying, this can be seen as the Holy Spirit working in their lives and fulfilling Jesus' promise to manifest himself to them.

It's important to note that these experiences should always be tested against the teachings of Scripture to ensure they are in line with God's will and character. But when they are genuine and in line with God's Word, they can be a powerful testimony to the reality of God's presence and work in the world today.

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Some AI Gospel

 Some AI gospel: 

The epithets "Christ", "Son of God", and "Chosen One" are all closely related to Jesus Christ in Christian theology.

The term "Christ" is derived from the Greek word "Christos," which means "anointed one." In Jewish tradition, prophets, priests, and kings were anointed with oil as a sign of being chosen by God for a special purpose. Christians believe that Jesus is the Messiah or the promised "anointed one" who was sent by God to redeem humanity from sin and death.

The title "Son of God" is also closely associated with Jesus in Christian theology. This title suggests a unique relationship between Jesus and God, indicating that Jesus is not merely a human being, but the divine Son of God who shares in God's nature.

Similarly, the epithet "Chosen One" or "Elect One" is used in the Old Testament to refer to the special role of certain individuals in God's plan. In the New Testament, this term is used to describe Jesus as the one who is chosen by God to fulfill the mission of salvation.

Overall, these titles reflect different aspects of Jesus' identity and mission in Christian theology. The title "Christ" emphasizes his role as the promised Messiah, the title "Son of God" highlights his divine nature and unique relationship with God, and the title "Chosen One" emphasizes his role as the one chosen by God to carry out his plan of salvation.

— Chat GPT 3

Literature of the dawn of civilisation in the eyes of modern scholars

 Given that Sumerian figure Enmenduranki who increasingly is identified with Enoch the subject of the Book of Enoch, I asked Chat GPT, artificial intelligence tool, about the historicity of figures, along with Utnapishtim the Sumerian Noah and Ubara-tutu, possibly the Sumerian Methuselah. It replied: 

“It is possible that historical figures are mentioned in the records that mention Utnapishtim, Ubara-tutu, and Enmenduranki. However, it is important to remember that these figures are often associated with mythological or supernatural elements, so it can be difficult to distinguish the historical facts from the legends.

In the case of Utnapishtim, he is described as the survivor of a great flood, which has led some scholars to suggest that the character may have been inspired by a historical flood event that occurred in the Mesopotamian region. However, there is no concrete evidence to support this theory, and many scholars continue to view Utnapishtim as a primarily mythological figure.

Similarly, Ubara-tutu and Enmenduranki are both associated with mythological or supernatural elements in the records that mention them. While it is possible that these figures had historical counterparts, the records themselves are often difficult to interpret and are subject to debate among scholars.”

I pushed it further and it replied: “It is possible that some scholars may be biased against accounts of supernatural events or may downplay the significance of such events in historical records. However, it is important to note that historians and scholars generally approach historical records with a critical eye and attempt to evaluate them in the context of the time and place in which they were written.

While supernatural events may be present in historical records, they are often viewed in the context of the cultural and religious beliefs of the time. In some cases, such events may be interpreted symbolically or allegorically, rather than literally.

That being said, it is also possible that some historical figures who were associated with supernatural or miraculous events may have been dismissed or overlooked by some scholars in the past. However, modern scholarship often takes a more nuanced approach to the evaluation of historical records, and attempts to consider a wider range of evidence and perspectives in order to gain a more accurate understanding of the past. 

 There can be several reasons for scholars to be biased against accounts of supernatural events and downplay their significance in historical records.

Firstly, scholars may have a naturalistic worldview that prioritizes empirical evidence and scientific explanations. This worldview may lead them to be skeptical of supernatural claims and to interpret such claims as either misunderstood natural phenomena or products of superstition and myth.

Secondly, scholars may be influenced by the dominant intellectual trends of their time, which may prioritize rationality and empirical evidence over faith and supernatural belief. This bias may lead scholars to dismiss or downplay the significance of supernatural events in historical records.

Finally, scholars may be influenced by their own cultural or religious backgrounds, which may lead them to interpret supernatural claims differently. For example, a scholar who is a devout believer in a particular religion may be more likely to interpret supernatural events in the context of their own religious beliefs, while a secular scholar may be more likely to view such events as products of myth and superstition.

It is important for scholars to be aware of their biases and to approach historical records with an open mind, while also evaluating them critically in the context of their historical, cultural, and religious backgrounds.“