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“For ~GOD~ So Loved The World”

Posted on 08/23/2025 | Comments Off

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God…”

‭‭{John‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬-‭18‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This passage of scripture is part of a private conversation between ~JESUS~ and Nicodemus, a Pharisee and religious leader in Jerusalem. Nicodemus comes to ~JESUS~ secretly in the dark of night, seeking to understand His Holy teachings. During this conversation, ~JESUS~ explains to him the necessity of being [born–again–spiritually] in order to enter into Heaven. He then describes in detail, ~GOD’s~ plan of salvation for All Mankind…

It encapsulates the core beliefs about ~GOD’s~ love, the purpose of ~JESUS~ Christ’s mission, and the concepts of salvation and condemnation…

This is the message of The Gospel [the–good–news] and the significance of belief in Him…

Verse Breakdown:

👑 “For God so loved the world”—This statement highlights the depth and magnitude of ~GOD’s~ love. The “world” refers to All of mankind, [NOT] just one specific group of people or nation. ~GOD’s~ love is boundless and abundant, extending to everyone regardless of color, social–status, or sinfulness. [ALL–SOULS–MATTER]!!!

👑 “That he gave his only begotten Son”—This refers to ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth, described as ~GOD’s~ “only begotten Son”, emphasizing His unique divine nature [Not–Created] and His relationship with ~GOD~ The Father. The act of [giving] points to ~GOD’s~ sacrifice, specifically ~JESUS’~ death on the cross, as an act of love to provide a way for mankind’s redemption…

👑 “That whosoever believeth in him”—Salvation is available to anyone in this wicked sinful world. All they have to do is place their faith in ~JESUS~ Christ The Messiah. Belief here implies trust, as well as acceptance of ~JESUS~ as The Son of ~GOD~, and reliance upon His sacrifice for forgiveness of our sins…

👑 “Should not perish, but have everlasting life”—Belief in ~JESUS~ rescues us from spiritual death [eternal–separation–from–our–Heavenly–Father] and gives us eternal life [a–restored–everlasting–relationship–with–Him]…

This verse is often considered the heart of The Gospel, because it underscores ~GOD’s~ redemptive plan through His Son ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth…

👑 “God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world”—Christ’s primary mission was Not to judge or punish mankind but to offer salvation. While judgment is part of ~GOD’s~ ultimate plan, ~JESUS’~ first coming was focused on mercy and redemption…

👑 “But that the world through him might be saved”—The purpose of ~JESUS’~ life, death, and resurrection was to provide a means of salvation. Through His sacrifice, mankind can now be reconciled to ~GOD~, escaping eternal damnation for our sins…

This verse clarifies that ~JESUS’~ role is as a Savior, Not a condemner, emphasizing ~GOD’s~ desire for reconciliation over punishment…

👑 “He that believeth on him is not condemned”—Those of us who trust in ~JESUS~ are freed from condemnation. Our sins are forgiven, and we are justified before ~GOD~, securing our place in His Glorious Eternal Kingdom…

👑 “But he that believeth not is condemned already”—This means that mankind is already in a state of condemnation because of our sin nature. Rejection of our Lord and Savior ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth by which ~GOD~ provides us the only means of salvation leaves a person in their default state [separated from ~GOD~]…

👑 “Because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God”—The reason for condemnation is the failure to accept ~JESUS~. The “name” represents ~JESUS’~ authority, identity, and divine mission. Rejecting Him is equivalent to rejecting ~GOD’s~ offer of eternal salvation…

Summary:

~GOD’s~ Love—This passage of scripture underscores the importance that ~GOD’s~ motivation is love, Not wrath. His desire is to save mankind, Not to destroy it…

Salvation Through Faith—Faith in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth is the sole requirement for receiving eternal life…

All Souls Matter—Salvation is available to [ALL] without restriction!!!

Condemnation And Free Will—While ~GOD~ offers salvation Freely, mankind has the choice to accept or reject it. Condemnation is Not ~GOD’s~ desire but a consequence of rejecting His Free–Gift–Of–Pardon…

~JESUS’~ Unique Role—As the “only begotten Son” of ~GOD~, ~JESUS~ is the one and only exclusive means of eternal salvation…

Hope And Assurance—For us believers in Christ, this passage of scripture offers us assurance of ~GOD’s~ love and the promise of eternal life through faith in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth…

Urgency—The mention of “condemned already” highlights the seriousness of the human sin condition and the need for everyone to respond to ~GOD’s~ Free offer of eternal salvation…

Mission Of Christ—This passage of scripture reorients the perception of ~JESUS~ from a figure of judgment to one of mercy, grace, and salvation, though it acknowledges the reality of judgment for those who reject Him…

The term “only begotten” [Greek–monogenēs] emphasizes ~JESUS’~ unique divine Sonship, distinguishing Him from All others in His relationship to ~GOD~ The Father…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 The Crucifixion Of ~JESUS~ Christ The Messiah

🎧 Even Me

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Blasphemy Against The Holy Ghost”

Posted on 08/16/2025 | Comments Off

~The Unpardonable Sin Can Never Be Forgiven~

“Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men. And whosoever speaketh a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but whosoever speaketh against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him, neither in this world, neither in the world to come…”

{‭‭Matthew‬ ‭12‬:‭31‬-‭32‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

In this chapter, ~JESUS~ responds to the Pharisees, who accuse Him of casting out demons by the power of beelzebub [a name associated with satan] after He healed a man possessed by demons. ~JESUS~ refutes their claim, arguing that it is illogical for satan to oppose himself and that His miracles are performed by the power of The–Holy–Spirit, demonstrating ~GOD’s~ Holy Kingdom at work to Save mankind. The Pharisees’ accusation, therefore, is Not just a rejection of ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth, but a deliberate denial of The–Holy–Spirit’s evident work through Him. He then emphasizes the seriousness of attributing His divine works to evil by issuing this solemn warning about blaspheming The–Holy–Spirit…

Verse Breakdown:

🕊️ Forgiveness Of Sins And Blasphemy—Christ begins by stating that “all manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men”. This shows us the magnitude of ~GOD’s~ Mercy and Grace, where [ALL] of our sins—ranging from moral failures to blasphemous speech against ~GOD~ The Father, as well as ~GOD~ The Son—can be forgiven if we seek forgiveness through repentance and faith. The term “blasphemy” here refers to speaking irreverently and defiantly against ~GOD~ and/or sacred things. ~JESUS~ assures us that even such serious sins will be forgiven…

🕊️ The Unforgivable Sin—Christ makes an exception for “blasphemy against the Holy Ghost”, which He says, “shall not be forgiven unto men neither in this world, neither in the world to come”. This is, [THE–ONE–AND–ONLY] “unforgivable sin”…

In this passage of scripture, blasphemy against The–Holy–Spirit refers to the willful, persistent, and deliberate rejection of The–Holy–Spirit’s work and testimony about ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth. The Pharisees witnessed undeniable miracles performed by The–Holy–Spirit but attributed them to demonic power, demonstrating a hardened heart that refuses to acknowledge ~GOD’s~ Righteous Will…

This sin is unforgivable Not because ~GOD’s~ mercy is limited, but because the person committing it has so thoroughly rejected the means of receiving forgiveness [The–Holy–Spirit’s Conviction and Testimony of Christ] that they have placed themselves far beyond the reach of ~GOD’s~ Loving–Saving–Grace…

🕊️ Speaking Against The Son Of Man VS. The–Holy–Ghost—Christ contrasts speaking “against the Son of man” [Himself] with speaking against The–Holy–Spirit. The “Son of man” refers to ~JESUS~ in His human form. This reflects His role as a mediator between ~GOD~ and mankind. He tells us that such speech can be forgiven, likely because people might misunderstand and reject Him due to their ignorance and/or limited understanding of His divine authority and mission…

However, speaking against The–Holy–Spirit—whose role is to reveal Truth, Convict of sin, and point to ~JESUS~ Christ–The–Messiah is far graver. To reject The–Holy–Spirit’s work is to reject the very mechanism by which ~GOD~ draws people to repentance and faith in Him. This constitutes a severe spiritual offense and requires eternal punishment…

🕊️ “Neither In This World, Neither In The World To Come”—This phrase underscores the permanence of the consequences. It does [NOT] imply a chance for forgiveness after death but emphasizes that this sin has eternal ramifications, as it is a complete and final rejection of ~GOD’s~ [FREE] Gift of Pardon and Eternal Salvation…

Summary:

This passage of scripture underscores the importance of recognizing and respecting the work of The–Holy–Spirit in the world. It serves as a warning against the dangers of hardening our hearts to divine Truth and the serious implications of rejecting ~GOD’s~ revelation through The–Holy–Spirit. The distinction made between sins against ~JESUS~ and those against The–Holy–Spirit highlights the unique role of The–Holy–Spirit in the believer’s life and the seriousness of spiritual discernment…

The unforgivable sin is the complete and willful rejection of ~GOD~, [NOT] by doubts, struggles, and/or momentary failures…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 ~JESUS~ Chastises The Pharisees

🎧 Everybody Needs ~JESUS~ Christ

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Justification By Faith [NOT] The Law”

Posted on 08/02/2025 | Comments Off

“We who are Jews by nature, and not sinners of the Gentiles, knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified…”

{‭‭Galatians‬ ‭2‬:‭15‬-‭16‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This passage of scripture written by The Apostle Paul, addresses a fundamental aspect of Christian theology regarding justification and the role of faith versus the Law…

Paul is writing to The Church at Galatia, addressing a controversy stirred up by some Jewish–Christians [often called Judaizers] who insisted that Gentile converts to Christianity must follow Jewish Law to be justified. Paul, a Jew himself, is countering this idea…

Verse Breakdown:

✝️ “Jews by nature, and not sinners of the Gentiles”—Here, Paul speaks from the perspective of The Jewish–Christians, who were born into the covenant of Israel and raised under The Mosaic Law. The phrase “sinners of the Gentiles” reflects a Jewish viewpoint at the time, which often saw Gentiles [non–Jews] as outside of ~GOD’s~ covenant and inherently sinful because they didn’t follow the Law. Paul uses this language to set up his argument, Not to endorse it…

✝️ “Not justified by the works of the law”—Paul asserts that No one, Jew or Gentile, is made righteous in the sight of ~GOD~ by adhering to the works of The Mosaic Law. The term “justified” means being declared righteous or acceptable before ~GOD~. Paul argues that we cannot achieve this by ourselves through observance of the Law…

✝️ “But by the faith of Jesus Christ”—Instead, justification comes through faith in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth. The phrase “faith of Jesus Christ” emphasizes belief in ~JESUS~ as The Son of ~GOD~ as well as His faithful obedience to His Father’s will and His sacrificial finished works on The Cross that we as believers in Him as our Lord and Savior so desperately need to be made righteous, rather than through our own worthless efforts to follow the Law. This faith is the means by which both [Christian–Jews] and [Christian–Gentiles] are justified…

✝️ “Even we have believed in Jesus Christ”—Paul includes himself amongst other [Jewish–Christians], emphasizing that even those raised under the Law have recognized their inability to justify themselves. They, too, have placed their trust and faith in Christ’s sacrificial works rather than their own…

✝️ “For by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified”—Paul reinforces his point by quoting this Old–Testament verse, which underscores the fact that [NO ONE] can earn righteousness through their own efforts under the Law…

“And enter not into judgment with thy servant: For in thy sight shall no man living be justified…”

{‭‭Psalm‬ ‭143‬:‭2‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

[ALL] of mankind falls short of ~GOD’s~ standard and is in need of a ~SAVIOR~. This highlights the need for ~GOD’s~ grace and our faith and trust in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth as The–One–And–Only–Means–Of–Salvation…

Summary:

Paul is arguing against the idea that adherence to the Jewish Law is necessary for Salvation. He stresses that justification comes solely through faith in ~JESUS~ Christ, Not through our efforts or legal observance. This is revolutionary, because it means that Jews and Gentiles are equal in ~GOD’s~ eyes, uniting them under one means of Salvation through faith in Christ…

This passage of scripture highlights the fundamental core of Christian doctrine, which can be found in the following verse…

“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast…”

{‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭8‬-‭9‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This doctrine challenged The Early Christians to move beyond ethnic and cultural divisions and still remains relevant today in modern society of which needs The Gospel more than ever…

This passage of scripture teaches us that both [Christian–Jews] and [Christian–Gentiles] are justified before ~GOD~ Not by their adherence to the Law but through their faith in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth. It emphasizes the importance of faith over works, admonishing us that reliance on the Law for justification is insufficient for Salvation. This is a significant theme in Paul’s letters, as The Holy Ghost uses him to clarify the nature of Salvation and the role of faith in the Christian believer…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 ~GOD~ Is Offering You A Free Gift Today

🎧 One Glorious Moment Of Faith

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“A Plea For Lifelong Faithfulness”

Posted on 07/26/2025 | Comments Off

~If You Are Faithful To Him—He Will Be Faithful To You~

“Now also when I am old and greyheaded, O God, forsake me not; Until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation, and thy power to every one that is to come…”

{‭‭Psalm‬ ‭71‬:‭18‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This verse is a heartfelt plea from an aging believer that is expressing a deep burning desire to remain faithful and useful to ~GOD~ even in their old age. This verse also emphasizes a longing for ~GOD’s~ presence and strength enabling them to continue proclaiming His power and faithfulness to the current generation as well as future ones…

Verse Breakdown:

📜 “Now also when I am old and greyheaded”—This sets the context of vulnerability, requiring even more dependence upon ~GOD~. The believer acknowledges the natural progression of life, referring to their old age and grey hairs which symbolizes the physical and mental challenges that come with the aging process…

📜 “O God, forsake me not”—This is a plea for ~GOD’s~ continued presence, guidance, and complete support. The believer recognizes their need for ~GOD’s~ sustaining grace, especially as they face the frailties of old age. They implore ~GOD~ Not to abandon them, emphasizing the importance of their role in passing on their knowledge and experiences to others…

📜 “Until I have shewed thy strength unto this generation”—The believer’s purpose is to testify about ~GOD’s~ strength and mighty acts to those currently living. This emphasizes a mission to share personal experiences of ~GOD’s~ faithfulness with others. The believer expresses a strong desire to demonstrate ~GOD’s~ strength and power to the current generation…

📜 “And thy power to every one that is to come”—Beyond the present, the believer desires to leave a legacy of faith, ensuring that future generations also hear of ~GOD’s~ power and deeds, through teaching, storytelling, and example. This verse underscores the importance of passing down faith and the knowledge of ~GOD’s~ deeds to future generations. It shows a commitment to teaching and inspiring others about ~GOD’s~ strength and power, which is a common theme in The Holy Bible. This indicates a sense of purpose in their life, emphasizing the importance of sharing faith and the works of ~GOD~ with others. The believer wants to be a witness to ~GOD’s~ greatness, ensuring that future generations understand and appreciate ~GOD’s~ Almighty Power. This verse highlights the importance of intergenerational transmission of faith and wisdom, teaching that even in old age, one’s life and experiences can still serve a purpose in glorifying ~GOD~ and guiding others…

Summary:

The believer’s plea is not just for personal sustenance but also for Devine purpose, allowing them the opportunity to continue their service to ~GOD~ and to ensure that the lessons learned throughout their life are passed on to those who will come after them. This verse also underscores the fact that ~God’s~ strength and power are not only for the present but also for the future, and that the experiences of the past can inform, educate, and inspire future generations…

This plea also exhorts a lifelong commitment to glorifying ~GOD~ and passing down the knowledge of His greatness. It underscores themes of dependence upon ~GOD~, faithfulness in old age, and the importance of intergenerational testimony. The believer wants their life, even in its later stages, to be a conduit for ~GOD’s~ glory, ensuring His works are remembered and celebrated…

This passage of scripture serves as a reminder of the enduring relationship between the believer and ~GOD~ [The Father, Son and Holy–Ghost], even in the later stages of life…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 The Unfinished Mission

🎧 Old People

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“The More Excellent Way”

Posted on 07/20/2025 | Comments Off

“And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity…”

{‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭13‬:‭13‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This verse is part of a passage of scripture often referred to as [The–Love–Chapter] in The Holy Bible, where The Apostle Paul discusses the supremacy and enduring nature and importance of charity [love] in the Christian faith. It is part of Paul’s first letter to The Church at Corinth, a community struggling with division, pride, and misuse of spiritual gifts [like speaking in tongues, prophecy, and/or knowledge]. In this chapter, Paul emphasizes that love is the essential foundation for All Christian behavior and spiritual gifts. Without love, even the most impressive gifts or actions [like speaking eloquently, performing miracles, and/or sacrificing oneself] are meaningless. He then describes the qualities of charity [love] before concluding with its eternal value…

Verse Breakdown:

🕊️ “And now abideth”—The word [abideth] means endurance and permanence. Paul contrasts the temporary nature of spiritual gifts like prophecy, tongues, and knowledge [which will cease or pass away when Christ returns] with the lasting qualities of faith, hope, and charity…

🕊️ “faith”—Trust and confidence in ~GOD~, His promises, and His salvation through His one and only begotten Son ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth. This is the foundation of a Christian’s relationship with ~GOD~…

🕊️ “hope”—The confident expectation of ~GOD’s~ future promises, including eternal life and the return of Christ. It motivates believers to persevere…

🕊️ “charity”—This concept is deeply rooted in Christian theology and ethics. The King James Version {KJV} of The Holy Bible uses the word [charity] to translate the Greek word [agape] which means selfless, unconditional, sacrificial love. This is the love that ~GOD~ has for mankind and is the same love that we Christians are supposed to have for others. The use of the word [charity] for [love] conveys a broader sense of selfless, benevolent love, and not just almsgiving…

🕊️ “these three”—Paul highlights these three as enduring virtues that define the Christian life…

🕊️ “But the greatest of these is charity”—Paul elevates charity [love] above faith and hope, not because the others are unimportant, but because love is the essence of ~GOD’s~ nature and the foundation of All Christian actions. Love is eternal, while faith and hope are temporary in the sense that they will be fulfilled in eternity [like faith becomes sight, and hope is realized in ~GOD’s~ presence]. Love, however, continues forever, even in Heaven…

Summary:

Supremacy of Love—Paul underscores that love is the greatest virtue because it reflects ~GOD’s~ character and is the motivation behind All meaningful actions. Without love, even faith and hope lack their full purpose…

Eternal Nature—While spiritual gifts like prophecy and knowledge will cease when Christ returns [because they are no longer needed in the presence of perfect knowledge], love remains forever. It binds believers to ~GOD~ and to one another, both now and in eternity…

Practical Application—As it was for The Church at Corinth, this is a call to prioritize love over our obsession with flashy spiritual gifts. It’s also a reminder to ground All acts of faith, hope, and service in selfless love…

This verse challenges All of us who believe in Christ to prioritize His love in our own lives. Faith and hope are vital, but love is the greatest because it reflects ~GOD’s~ heart, unites believers, and endures forever. It’s a call to live with selfless, Christ–like love in all relationships and actions…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 True Love

🎧 Love Is The Golden Rule

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Spiritual Gifts”

Posted on 07/12/2025 | Comments Off

“But covet earnestly the best gifts: and yet shew I unto you a more excellent way…”

{‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭12‬:‭31‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

In this chapter, The Apostle Paul is addressing The Church at Corinth about spiritual gifts—diverse abilities given by The–Holy–Spirit to believers for the edification of The Church. These gifts include wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, prophecy, discernment, tongues, and interpretation of tongues. Paul emphasizes that these gifts are distributed by The–Holy–Spirit according to His will, and each believer has a unique role in The–Body–Of–Christ, like parts of a body working together. No gift is superior to another, and all are meant to serve the common good…

Verse Breakdown:

🕊️ “Covet earnestly the best gifts”—The word covet here doesn’t imply selfish desire but rather an eager, zealous pursuit. Paul encourages believers to desire the best or greater spiritual gifts—those that most effectively build up The Church. While all gifts are valuable, some, like prophecy, are particularly effective for edifying others because they communicate ~GOD’s~ Truth clearly. This instruction exhorts a call to prioritize gifts that promote unity and spiritual growth within The Church…

🕊️ “And yet shew I unto you a more excellent way”—Paul transitions to something even more important than spiritual gifts. The [more excellent way] refers to love. Paul is setting the stage to explain that while spiritual gifts are valuable, they are temporary and incomplete without love. Love is the foundation that gives meaning and purpose to the exercise of any gift…

Paul explains that without love, even the most impressive spiritual gifts—like speaking in tongues, prophecy, or sacrificial acts—are meaningless. Love is the [more excellent way] because it is eternal, selfless, and the essence of ~GOD’s~ character…

Unlike spiritual gifts, which will cease when ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth returns, love endures forever…

Application:

Seek spiritual gifts that benefit The Church, particularly those that edify others…

Recognize that love surpasses all gifts in importance. Gifts are tools, but love is the attitude and motivation that makes their use effective and pleasing to ~GOD~…

Pursue love in all actions, ensuring that spiritual gifts are exercised with humility, kindness, and a focus on the well–being of others’…

Summary:

This verse urges us as believers in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth to value and seek the most edifying spiritual gifts while pointing to love as the ultimate way to live out our faith. It’s a call to balance zeal for spiritual abilities with a heart grounded in LOVE…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 ~GOD’s~ Gift Of The Holy Spirit

🎧 Holy Spirit Come

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Fruit Of The Spirit”

Posted on 07/05/2025 | Comments Off

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts…”

{‭‭Galatians‬ ‭5‬:‭22‬-‭24‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This passage of scripture is part of a letter written by The Apostle Paul to the early Christian Churches in Galatia. In this section, Paul contrasts the behaviors and attitudes that arise from living according to The–Holy–Spirit of ~GOD~ with those that stem from living according to the flesh [human desires and sinful nature]…

Verse Breakdown:

🕊️ “But the fruit of the Spirit is”—Paul lists nine qualities that are considered the fruit or results of living in accordance with The–Holy–Spirit dwelling within our hearts…

🕊️ “Love”—A selfless, unconditional care for others…

🕊️ “Joy”—A deep–seated sense of happiness and contentment that comes from faith and belief in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth…

🕊️ “Peace”—A state of tranquility and harmony, both internally and in relationships with others…

🕊️ “Longsuffering”—Patience and endurance in the face of difficulties and/or provocation…

🕊️ “Gentleness”—A disposition of kindness and humility…

🕊️ “Goodness”—Moral integrity and a desire to do good for others…

🕊️ “Faith”—Trust and belief in ~GOD~ and His promises…

🕊️ “Meekness”—Humility and a gentle spirit, not seeking to assert oneself aggressively…

🕊️ “Temperance”—Self–control and moderation in all things…

🕊️ “against such there is no law”—This phrase states that these qualities are in harmony with ~GOD’s~ will and do not violate any laws. In fact, they fulfill the essence of the law, which is to love ~GOD~ and mankind…

🕊️ “And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts”—Paul emphasizes that those of us who belong to ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth have crucified our sinful nature, meaning we have chosen to reject our former way of life and refrain from giving into our sinful desires and behaviors. This act symbolizes a devoted commitment to live according to The–Holy–Spirit’s guidance rather than the desires of our flesh…

Summary:

This passage of scripture encourages us believers to cultivate these spiritual qualities in our own personal lives as evidence of our faith and eternal relationship with Christ. It highlights the transformative power of The–Holy–Spirit by enabling us to live in a way that reflects ~GOD’s~ character and love. By doing so, we align ourselves with ~GOD’s~ purposes and demonstrate a life that is pleasing to Him…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 The Work Of The Holy Spirit

🎧 Holy Spirit Come

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Authentic Prayer And Devotion To ~GOD~”

Posted on 06/29/2025 | Comments Off

“And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him…”

{‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭5‬-‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

In this passage of scripture ~JESUS~ teaches us about the proper attitude and practice of prayer…

👑 Avoid Hypocrisy in Prayer:

“And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly…”

‭‭{Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭5‬-‭6‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

~JESUS~ criticizes the [hypocrites] who pray publicly in synagogues and/or on the streets loudly to gain admiration from others. Their motive is to be seen, heard, and praised by people instead of seeking a genuine connection with ~GOD~. He says, “They have their reward,” meaning their only reward is the fleeting approval of others. Instead, ~JESUS~ instructs believers in Him to pray privately, in a “closet” [a private room or quiet place], focusing upon a sincere, personal relationship with ~GOD~. Private prayer demonstrates humility and authenticity, and ~GOD~, who sees this secret devotion, will “reward thee openly” with spiritual blessings and/or answers to your prayers…

👑 Avoid Vain Repetitions:

“But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him…”

‭‭{Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

~JESUS~ warns us against using “vain repetitions” like the “heathen”[non–believers or pagans] who regularly rely upon lengthy, repetitive, and vain prayers, thinking their many words will persuade ~GOD~ in their favor. Such prayers lack heart and True meaning. Instead, ~JESUS~ emphasizes that ~GOD~ already knows what we need before we ask. Prayer should be simple, sincere, and trusting, [NOT] a religious–ritual of empty words…

Summary:

Sincerity—Prayer is about a genuine personal connection with ~GOD~, Not an award winning performance for others…

Humility—Private prayer reflects a humble heart, prioritizing ~GOD’s~ approval over human praise…

Trust—~GOD~ knows our needs, so prayer should be heartfelt and straightforward, relying upon His wisdom and Not ours or anyone else’s…

This passage of scripture encourages believers in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth to approach prayer with authenticity, focusing only upon ~GOD~ The Father rather than external appearances and big–long–fancy–hard–to–pronounce–words…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 Teach Us To Pray

🎧 Unspoken Request

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Parable Of The Ten Virgins”

Posted on 06/07/2025 | Comments Off

“Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them: but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him. Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out. But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut. Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us. But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not. Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh…”

‭‭{Matthew‬ ‭25‬:‭1‬-‭13‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This passage of scripture is a teaching from ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth that emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparedness and vigilance for The Kingdom of Heaven. Below is a clear and concise explanation of its meaning…

Context:

This parable is part of JESUS’ teachings about the end times and the coming of The Kingdom of Heaven, delivered to his disciples. It uses the imagery of a first–century Jewish wedding, where the bridegroom’s arrival was anticipated, but the exact time was unknown. This parable illustrates the need to be ready for Christ’s return, often referred to as [The Second Coming]…

Breakdown:

🪔 The Ten Virgins—The ten virgins represent people who are awaiting the return of Christ [The Bridegroom]. In a broader sense, they represent those who have placed their Faith and Trust in our Lord and Savior ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth…

🪔 Wise And Foolish Virgins—The five wise virgins brought extra oil for their lamps, showing foresight and preparation. The oil represents spiritual readiness, such as Faith, Obedience, and The Holy Ghost’s presence in the believer’s life. The five foolish virgins took lamps but no extra oil, indicating a lack of preparation due to their shallow or lack of commitment…

🪔 The Bridegroom’s Delay—The bridegroom’s delay represents the unknown timing of Christ’s return. All of the virgins fell asleep. This is a [WARNING] that reminds All of us that the wait for Christ’s return might be so long that even the faithful may grow weary…

🪔 The Midnight Cry—The sudden announcement of the bridegroom’s arrival represents the unexpected [TIME] of Christ’s return. It’s a call to action, prompting [ALL] believers to prepare immediately!!!

🪔 The Foolish Virgins’ Plight—The foolish virgins’ lamps went out because they lacked oil. Their request for oil from the wise virgins was denied, as spiritual preparedness cannot be shared or borrowed because it is [PERSONAL]. The wise virgins’ exhortation to buy oil reflects the need to seek spiritual readiness for oneself, but for the foolish, it was too late…

🪔 The Bridegroom’s Arrival—The wise virgins, being ready, entered the wedding feast [representing entry into The Kingdom of Heaven]. The door was shut, and the foolish virgins were excluded, illustrating that there will be a point when it is too late to prepare…

🪔 “I Know You Not”—The bridegroom’s rejection of the foolish virgins underscores that only those who are [TRULY] prepared and have a genuine Relationship with Christ will be accepted into ~GOD’s~ Glorious Eternal Kingdom…

Lessons:

🪔 Be Prepared—This parable urges us to be spiritually ready for Christ’s return, which requires constant Faith, Obedience, and a Life that’s aligned with ~GOD’s~ will. Preparation [CANNOT] be at the last–minute and superficial…

🪔 Personal Responsibility—Each person must cultivate their own Faith and Relationship with ~GOD~. [NOT] one person in this sinful–wicked–world can rely upon another’s’ Faith and Salvation to get them into Heaven…

🪔 Vigilance—Since the time of Christ’s return is unknown [“ye know neither the day nor the hour”], [ALL] believers [MUST] remain Watchful and Faithful at [ALL] times!!!

🪔 Consequences Of Unpreparedness—The shut door and the bridegroom’s rejection highlight the [ETERNAL] consequences of neglecting spiritual readiness. Unfortunately, for those that reject Christ and His [FREE] Gift of Pardon will spend Eternity in the Lake–of–Fire–and–Brimstone…

Application:

For [TRUE] believers in Christ this parable is a call to live a life of active Faith and Service, especially in Spreading The Gospel to the nations, nurtured by Prayer, and complete total reliance upon ~GOD~ and His loving–saving–grace. It also warns us against complacency and assuming that our Faith is sufficient without ongoing total commitment. The oil represents the inner spiritual life that sustains Faith, which [MUST] be maintained to endure until The Glorious Return of Christ!!!

Summary:

This Parable Of The Ten Virgins teaches us that believers [MUST] be spiritually prepared and vigilant, living in a way that anticipates Christ’s return at [ANY] moment, as the opportunity for Salvation will [NOT] remain open forever!!!

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 The Oil Lamp Of The Parable Of The Ten Virgins

🎧 Gabriel’s Already Standing

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~

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“Protecting The Little Ones”

Posted on 05/17/2025 | Comments Off

~It’s Always Better To Obey GOD Rather Than To Suffer His Eternal Judgement~

“But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea…”

{‭‭Matthew‬ ‭18‬:‭6‬ ‭KJV‬‬}

This verse is a very strong warning from ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth about the severe consequences of Betraying, Harming, and/or leading Astray those who are vulnerable and faithful, in particular children and/or those with childlike faith in Him…

Verse Breakdown:

🛡️ “These little ones which believe in me”: The “little ones” refers to children, who are often used in The Holy Bible as examples of Pure–Trusting–Faith. It also extends to anyone with Humble–Sincere—Belief in ~JESUS~ Christ our Lord and Savior—especially those who are new in faith [babes in Christ] and spiritually vulnerable. The emphasis here is on their recent commitment to surrender their hearts, minds, bodies, souls, and spirits completely by placing their Faith, Trust, and Dependence in Christ…

🛡️ “Whoso shall offend”: In this context, “offend” [from the Greek word skandalizō] means to purposely cause someone to stumble, sin, and/or lose their faith. This involves leading someone into sin, corrupting their innocence, and/or undermining their trust in ~GOD~ through harmful–actions, false–teachings, and/or wicked–examples…

🛡️ “It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea”: ~JESUS~ uses vivid imagery here to underscore the seriousness of these offenses. A millstone is a large, very heavy, wheel shaped stone used for grinding grain, and to be drowned with one tied around your neck would most certainly be a horrific–inescapable–death. What ~JESUS~ is telling us here is that such a fate would be more preferable than the judgment awaiting someone who harms anyone who believes in Him. This statement clearly emphasizes the severity of ~GOD’s~ judgment for such Offenses!!!

Moral And Spiritual Weight:

This verse reflects ~GOD’s~ deep care for the vulnerable and His fierce protection over those who have placed their faith and trust in Him. It serves as a warning for All mankind to avoid actions and/or influences that could damage someone’s faith or moral integrity, especially those who are young and/or weak in their faith in The Holy ~GOD~ of The Holy Bible…

Context:

This verse appears in a passage of scripture where ~JESUS~ is teaching about humility, the value of children, and the importance of avoiding sin. Just before this, He calls a child to Him and says that greatness in ~GOD’s~ kingdom requires childlike humility and faith. The severe warning in this verse reinforces the seriousness of protecting those who embody such faith…

Application:

This verse calls for responsibility in how we treat others, especially the young or spiritually impressionable. It warns against leading others into sin—whether through direct harm, neglect, or bad example—and highlights the need to nurture and protect faith in others. It’s also a sobering reminder of the severe consequences of causing harm or spiritual stumbling to those who trust in ~JESUS~ Christ of Nazareth, urging All of us to act with care and integrity toward the vulnerable…

✝️MARANATHA✝️

📺 The Story Of ~JESUS~ For Children

🎧 Heroes

🎙️ Amateurs For Christ

💻 King James Bible

Do you have any questions about a relationship with ~JESUS~ Christ???

If so, you can find the answers by using the links below:

📺 Find Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Steps To Peace With ~GOD~

📺 Invitation To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Know ~JESUS~ Personally…

📺 How To Have A Relationship With ~GOD~