A Voice in The Desert Podcast: Recent Episodes
Cesar Castro
Our Podcast aimed for everyone. A Voice In The Desert motto is “Everyone’s welcome because nobody’s perfect, but we believe that anything’s possible.” A Voice in The Desert aims to be culturally relevant when talking about God’s Word in Our Time. Plus a lot of other very important topics to our times.
As a Christian Minister, it is my honor and privilege to share the message of John 17:16 with you. This powerful verse, which comes from Jesus' high priestly prayer in the Gospel of John, speaks to the heart of Christian identity and mission in the world.
When we think about redemption, what comes to mind? The word itself means to be saved or rescued. In the Christian context, redemption signifies being freed from sin and restored to a right relationship with God. It’s a powerful and transformative concept that is beautifully illustrated through the symbol of the cross.
The only kind of prayer that is acceptable to God is one directed by the Holy Spirit. Actually, this goes far beyond our prayers. It applies to every area of the Christian life. The only kind of Christian life acceptable to God is one directed by the Holy Spirit. Paul brings this out in the 8th chapter of Romans.
In Romans 8:14, he says: “For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons God.” That’s what constitutes a person, a son or a child of God, that he’s being led by the Spirit of God. You see, to become a child of God you must be born of God’s Spirit. That’s the initial experience without which you cannot enter the Christian life. But to live as a child of God, you must continue to be led by the Holy Spirit, God’s Spirit.
The Truth that Endures: Insights from 1 John 2:22-26
As a Christian minister, it's imperative that we delve deeply into the scriptures to understand God’s message for us today. In 1 John 2:22-26, the Apostle John addresses a crucial issue faced by the early church that resonates profoundly in our contemporary context: the challenge of discerning truth from falsehood. This passage offers vital insights into the nature of Christ, the identity of the Antichrist, and the importance of holding fast to the truth we have received.
The Nature of Deception
John begins by identifying the one who denies that Jesus is the Christ. He calls such a person an "antichrist," highlighting a significant theological point: to reject the identity of Christ is to reject the very foundation of our faith. The term "antichrist" evokes images of opposition, but it is essential to recognize that this opposition can manifest subtly. It often appears in the form of teachings that distort the nature of Christ or undermine His work of redemption.
In our modern world, we encounter numerous ideologies that challenge the authority of Christ. These may come from secular philosophies, religious pluralism, or even within our own church communities, where the message of the Gospel is sometimes diluted or reinterpreted to fit cultural norms. John’s warning is clear: we must be vigilant against these influences. The denial of Christ’s divinity and His role as the Savior is not just a theological error; it is a profound misrepresentation of the Gospel itself.
The Importance of Knowing the Truth
John goes on to stress the necessity of knowing the truth. In verses 24-25, he exhorts believers to let what they heard from the beginning abide in them. This is not merely an intellectual exercise; it is a call to relational intimacy with the truth of the Gospel. The message we receive is not simply information to be stored; it is a living truth that shapes our identity and transforms our lives.
As Christians, we are called to cultivate an ongoing relationship with Christ. This involves regular engagement with Scripture, prayer, and fellowship within the body of Christ. The truth we’ve heard is not static; it is dynamic and transformative. When we allow the teachings of Christ to dwell richly in us, we become equipped to recognize and resist the falsehoods that permeate our culture.
The Promise of the Anointing
Further along in verse 27, John speaks of the anointing that believers have received from God. This anointing empowers us to discern truth from error. The Holy Spirit, promised to all who believe, guides us into all truth (John 16:13). This is a profound assurance! We are not left to navigate the complexities of faith alone. The Spirit provides wisdom, conviction, and understanding as we encounter teachings that may challenge our beliefs.
However, it is essential to remember that this anointing does not replace our responsibility to be diligent students of the Word. Rather, it complements our efforts. We must actively seek to understand Scripture and apply it to our lives, allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate our understanding. In doing so, we develop a discerning heart that can recognize the subtle differences between truth and deception.
The Call to Hold Fast
Finally, John encourages us to hold fast to the truth we have received. This is both a comfort and a challenge. The truth of the Gospel is our anchor in a world rife with uncertainty and change. As we hold fast, we are reminded of the hope and eternal life promised to us through Christ. This steadfastness is not merely for our benefit; it serves as a testimony to others of the unchanging nature of God’s love and grace.
In conclusion, 1 John 2:22-26 serves as a vital reminder for us today. We live in a time when the identity of Christ is challenged from various fronts. Yet, as believers, we are called to know the truth, rely on the anointing of the Holy Spirit, and hold fast to the message we have received. Let us encourage one another in this journey, rooted in the truth of Christ, confident in His promises, and committed to living out our faith authentically in a world that desperately needs to know Him. May we be steadfast in our proclamation of the Gospel, ever watchful against the antichrists that seek to deceive, and always anchored in the enduring truth of Jesus Christ.
My name is Cesar and I’m A Voice in the Desert www.avoiceinthedesert.net
Título: El Regalo del Perdón: Un Mensaje de Esperanza y Redención
Queridos amados en Cristo,
Al reunirnos aquí hoy en el espíritu de compañerismo y amor, me recuerdan las profundas palabras que se encuentran en el libro de los Hechos, específicamente en Hechos 13:38, que dice: "Sea, pues, notorio a vosotros, varones hermanos, que por medio de este se os anuncia el perdón de pecados." Esta escritura encapsula la esencia de nuestra fe y el poder transformador del Evangelio. Hoy deseo reflexionar sobre el monumental regalo del perdón que se nos ofrece a través de Jesucristo, y cómo impacta nuestras vidas, nuestras relaciones y nuestro caminar con Dios.
Primero y ante todo, entendamos qué significa ser perdonados. En un mundo donde los errores y fracasos abundan y son el orden del día, el concepto de perdón resuena profundamente en la experiencia humana. Todos llevamos cargas: arrepentimientos de momentos perdidos, decisiones tomadas y caminos elegidos que nos alejan de la luz. El peso del pecado puede ser abrumador, creando barreras entre nosotros y nuestro Creador, así como entre nosotros y los demás. Sin embargo, el mensaje del Evangelio es uno de esperanza y redención. A través de Jesús, tenemos la certeza de que no importa cuán lejos nos desviemos, podemos regresar al abrazo amoroso de nuestro Salvador.
El perdón no es simplemente una idea abstracta; es una realidad profunda que cambia vidas. Cuando aceptamos este regalo, somos liberados de las cadenas de la culpa y la vergüenza. Imaginemos el alivio de soltar las cargas que llevamos, sabiendo que ya no estamos definidos por nuestros errores del pasado. En cambio, estamos definidos por nuestra identidad en Cristo. Nuestros pecados son lavados, y somos hechos nuevos. Esta es la belleza de la gracia de Dios; es inmerecida, no ganada, y se da libremente a todos los que creen.
Al reflexionar sobre la importancia del perdón, también consideremos las implicaciones que tiene para nuestras relaciones. Estamos llamados no solo a recibir el perdón, sino también a extenderlo a los demás. En Mateo 6:14-15, Jesús nos enseña que si perdonamos a los demás sus ofensas, nuestro Padre Celestial también nos perdonará a nosotros. Este mandamiento nos desafía a mirar dentro de nosotros mismos y examinar cualquier rencor, amargura o resentimiento que podamos estar reteniendo. Aferrarnos a estos sentimientos solo envenena nuestros corazones y almas, obstaculizando nuestra relación con Dios y con los demás.
El perdón no es fácil; requiere humildad y fortaleza. Es una elección consciente liberar a otros de la deuda que nos deben, así como Cristo nos liberó de nuestra deuda de pecado. Al hacerlo, reflejamos el carácter de nuestro Señor, quien perdonó a aquellos que lo crucificaron con las palabras: “Padre, perdónalos, porque no saben lo que hacen” (Lucas 23:34). Este acto radical de amor y misericordia establece el estándar de cómo debemos tratarnos unos a otros.
Además, el acto de perdonar es un viaje, a menudo lleno de desafíos. Podríamos encontrarnos luchando por perdonar, retenidos por el dolor de la traición o la herida. Sin embargo, es en estos momentos que debemos apoyarnos en la gracia de Dios. Podemos orar por la fortaleza para perdonar, por la sanación de nuestros corazones y por la sabiduría para ver a los demás a través de los ojos de Cristo. Recuerden, el perdón no significa condonar la mala conducta; significa liberarnos de la carga de la ira y el resentimiento, permitiendo que Dios trabaje en nuestros corazones.
Al abrazar el perdón ofrecido a través de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, también seamos vasos de ese perdón en nuestras comunidades. En un mundo lleno de división y conflicto, estamos llamados a ser pacificadores, extendiendo gracia y misericordia a quienes nos rodean. Podemos ser las manos y los pies de Cristo, mostrando a otros el amor que hemos recibido.
En conclusión, mantengamos firme la promesa del perdón que se predica a través de Jesucristo. Permitamos que este regalo transforme nuestras vidas, sane nuestros corazones y fortalezca nuestras relaciones. Seamos valientes en nuestra proclamación de este mensaje, compartiéndolo con aquellos que más lo necesitan escuchar. Porque en el perdón, encontramos no solo paz, sino una conexión más profunda con Dios y con los demás.
Que la gracia y la paz de nuestro Señor estén con todos ustedes. Amén.
Mi nombre es César y soy Una Voz en El Desierto
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Understanding the Biblical Message in Mathew 13:41-42 (Hell)
The Bible is a sacred text that holds profound wisdom and guidance for those seeking spiritual enlightenment and moral direction. In the book of Matthew, chapter 13, verses 41-42, we encounter a passage that carries a powerful message about the consequences of living a life devoid of righteousness and virtue. Let us delve deeper into the meaning behind these verses and explore their significance in the context of Christian faith and teachings. These are verses that modern churches avoid teaching on.
Message on Hebrews 4:12
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a powerful verse found in the book of Hebrews, specifically Hebrews 4:12, which states: “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”
As we meditate on this scripture, we are reminded that the Word of God is not just a collection of ancient texts; it is a living force that can penetrate the depths of our being. The author of Hebrews emphasizes three important characteristics of God's Word that I would like to explore with you today: its vitality, its precision, and its transformative power.
1. The Vitality of the Word
First, let’s consider the vitality of God's Word. The phrase “alive and active” reveals that Scripture is not static or lifeless. Rather, it is a dynamic source of life and truth. When we engage with the Bible, we encounter the living God who speaks directly to us. This means that every time we read or listen to Scripture, it has the potential to bring about change in our lives.
In our busy lives, it is easy to forget the life-giving power of God’s Word. We may approach it out of routine or obligation, but I urge you to approach it with expectation. Expect to hear God’s voice. Expect to be challenged and changed. The Word of God can breathe life into our weary souls, offering hope and direction amidst confusion and despair.
2. The Precision of the Word
Next, we see the precision of God’s Word. The imagery of a “double-edged sword” illustrates how Scripture can cut through the noise and distractions of life and the devil’s lies. A sword is not only a weapon but also a tool for discernment. Just as a skilled surgeon uses a scalpel to cut away disease and infection, the Word of God penetrates our hearts to reveal the truth about ourselves.
It reveals our innermost thoughts and intentions, helping us to confront areas of sin and disobedience. This can be uncomfortable, but it is necessary for our spiritual growth. The Word does not judge out of condemnation but with a desire to bring us into a deeper relationship with God. It invites us to examine our hearts, to be honest about our struggles, and to seek healing and restoration.
In a world where truth is often relative and subjective, we need the objective truth found in Scripture. We need its clarity to guide our decisions, to shape our values, and to inform our actions. When we allow the Word of God to penetrate our hearts, we begin to see ourselves and the world through God’s eyes.
3. The Transformative Power of the Word
Finally, let us reflect on the transformative power of God’s Word. The phrase “it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart” speaks to the profound impact that Scripture can have on our lives. When we allow the Word to dwell in us richly, it begins to transform our thoughts, our desires, and ultimately our actions.
Transformation is not an overnight process; it is a journey. As we immerse ourselves in Scripture, we begin to align our lives with God’s will. We start to bear the fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. This transformation is a testament to the power of God’s Word at work within us.
As we gather today, I encourage each of you to commit to engaging with the Word of God more deeply. Make it a priority in your daily life. Whether through personal reading, group studies, or sermons, let God’s Word shape your thoughts and guide your actions.
In closing, let us remember that God's Word is a gift—a living, active, and powerful tool that God has given us to navigate our lives. It invites us into a deeper relationship with Him and equips us to live out our faith authentically. May we approach the Word with reverence and expectation, allowing it to transform us from the inside out.
Let us pray.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your Word. We ask that You help us to appreciate its vitality, precision, and transformative power. May we be diligent in seeking You through Scripture, and may Your Word dwell in us richly. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
This message captures the essence of Hebrews 4:12 and encourages the congregation to engage with Scripture actively.
Certainly! Here’s the concluding part of the message based on Hebrews 4:12:
Conclusion: A Call to Action (continued)
May Your Word penetrate the depths of our souls, transforming us into the image of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We pray for the courage to be honest with ourselves as we read and reflect, allowing Your Spirit to guide us in areas where we need growth and healing. Help us to be doers of the Word, not just hearers, so that we may bear fruit in our lives and glorify You in all that we do.
As we go forth this week, let us be mindful that we carry the light of Christ within us. The world is in desperate need of hope, and we can be instruments of that hope when we live according to the truths found in Your Word. Equip us to share the good news with others and to reflect Your love and grace in our actions and words.
Let us remember that every time we engage with Scripture, we are engaging with You, the Creator of the universe who desires a personal relationship with each of us. May our hearts be open, our minds attentive, and our spirits ready to be transformed.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
As we conclude our time together, I invite you to reflect on the message. Take a moment to consider how you can implement these principles in your life this week. Whether it’s through daily reading, prayer, or engaging with others in fellowship, let God’s Word guide your steps.
Thank you for being here today. May God bless you richly as you seek Him through His Word. Go in peace, and let the living and active Word of God dwell in you richly.
My name is Cesar and I’m a Voice in the Desert www.avoiceinthedesert.net
Today, I want to reflect on a profound statement made by our Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 8:20, where He says, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head.” This verse encapsulates the essence of discipleship and the radical call that Jesus issued to those who sought to follow Him.
Seeking the Fullness of the Spirit
Text: Luke 24:49
Beloved in Christ, today we gather to explore a profound truth that lies at the heart of our Christian walk—the fullness of the Holy Spirit. While every believer is blessed with the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, not every believer experiences the fullness and control of the Spirit in their daily lives. Scriptures like 1 Corinthians 6:17 and Acts 9:1-6 remind us of the intimate relationship we have with the Spirit, yet we find ourselves challenged to live in that fullness.
Listen to what Paul says about it in 1 Corinthians 14:2-4: “For one who speaks in a tongue [an unknown tongue] does not speak to men, but to God; for no one understands, but in his spirit he speaks mysteries. One who speaks in a tongue edifies himself...” So, what are we doing when we pray in this prayer language, this unknown tongue?
Paul says we’re doing three things. First of all, we’re speaking direct to God, not to man; that’s a privilege in itself, to be able to speak directly to Almighty God. Secondly he says, in our spirits we’re speaking mysteries, things too deep and profound for our little minds fully to grasp. Thirdly he says, when we speak in a tongue we’re edifying or building ourselves up spiritually even though our mind doesn’t really understand all that’s going on…
My name is Cesar from a Voice in the Desert
The Great Mercy of Jesus Christ
Introduction
In the tapestry of Christian faith, the theme of mercy stands out as a profound expression of God’s love and grace. At the heart of this mercy is Jesus Christ, whose life, death, and resurrection reveal the depths of divine compassion. Understanding the mercy of Jesus is not just an intellectual endeavor; it is a transformative experience that shapes our lives, our relationships, and our understanding of God. This message aims to explore the great mercy of Jesus Christ, its implications, and how we can embody this mercy in our daily lives.
The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Signs of Divine Love and Power
Throughout the New Testament, the miracles of Jesus Christ stand out as profound demonstrations of His divine authority and compassion. These miracles are not only remarkable acts of power over nature, illness, and even death, but they also serve as significant theological teachings about faith, hope, and the nature of God's kingdom. In this message, we will explore the significance of these miracles, their implications for our lives today, and how they invite us into a deeper relationship with Christ.
Todos sabemos que la misión de la Iglesia incluye predicar a Cristo a los nocreyentes para que se salven los elegidos de Dios. Pero los seres humanos somos criaturas extrañas. Tenemos la capacidad de convencernos de que ‘hablar’ de algo es tener la realidad. Esto lo vemos todos los días en el mal-llamado ‘evangelio de la prosperidad’. Estos predicadores ‘hablan’ mucho de impartir bendición, prosperidad y victoria - y sus congregaciones creen que lo están recibiendo, aunque realmente todos viven igual que todos los demás alrededor. Como oyen hablar mucho del asunto, creen que tienen la realidad.
Pues, lo mismo sucede con el evangelismo en muchos casos. Si la iglesia habla mucho de evangelizar a los nocreyentes, creemos que el sólo hecho de estar hablando del tema implica que lo estamos haciendo. Y todos se conforman con que tienen una iglesia muy evangelística - ¡y realmente no hacen casi nada para difundir el Evangelio! Pablo contrasta fuertemente el obrero aprobado - que usa bien la Palabra de verdad - con “vanas palabrerías” que conducen a la impiedad (2 Timoteo 2:16).
Las semillas de la muerte espiritual están sembradas donde no se ajusta lo que se habla en la iglesia con lo que se hace especialmente con relación al evangelismo.
El comienzo seguro de la muerte espiritual de una iglesia es un giro en su predicación. Poco a poco se deja de predicar la clara Palabra de Dios que condena nuestra idolatría, nuestro egoísmo, y nuestra rebeldía contra Dios, y que ofrece como única solución el Cristo crucificado y resucitado.
La predicación se vuelve muy moralística, enfatizando buena conducta, buenos valores, buenos sentimientos. O se vuelve psicología humanista. Siempre se usa la Biblia - pero ahora el uso de la Palabra es más bien para buscar ejemplos o moralejas. ¡En serio!
Se manipula el sentido de culpa para promover simplemente un mayor esfuerzo humano, sin mostrar cómo el pecador puede ser libre de culpa y pecado por la fe en Cristo. Poco a poco este tipo de predicación esclaviza las almas a un mensaje de obras, lo cual niega tanto la depravación total del hombre, como la salvación misericordiosa y gratuita de Dios en Cristo.
El mensaje matador-de-iglesias generalmente está al tanto de los movimientos sociales, las crisis económicas, cifras y noticias actuales. Esto le da un aire de ser ‘actual’, y las congregaciones se engañan, creyendo que su pastor está ‘aplicando’ la Palabra a la situación actual.
Sin embargo, si se compara el discurso con cualquier discurso de un político que tal vez también menciona que ‘necesitamos a Dios’ - realmente no hay mucha diferencia. O si se compara con el mensaje de la Iglesia Católica, no hay mucha diferencia.
Sólo si se compara con la Biblia se verá que hay una gran diferencia, porque en la Palabra Dios manda predicar ‘a tiempo y fuera de tiempo’ la venida de Cristo, quien vendrá a juzgar a vivos y muertos (2 Timoteo 4:1–5). Hablar del juicio final no encaja con ofrecer análisis económicos y consejos sobre valores morales como temas para el sermón.
Y por ende, se va dejando. Los comienzos de la muerte denominacional no suceden porque dejan de predicar, o cancelan cultos. Comienza sutilmente con un cambio en la predicación.
Cuando el principal énfasis de los sermones es la conducta moral de los miembros y no la persona y obra de Cristo (2 Cor. 2:1, 2), ahí encontrarás raíces bien arraigadas de la muerte próxima de tu iglesia. Escucha bien y no ignores este mensaje. Corre por la salvacion de tu espiritu.
My name is Cesar and I'm A Voice In the Desert
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The Power of Targeted Prayer
Hi, my name is Caesar and I am a voice in the desert. It's great to be with you today, especially to share the word of God. Today is going to be a brief session, but a very important one because we’re going to talk about the power of prayer. Specifically, we will discuss targeted prayer—a prayer that addresses a specific need directly.
As children of Christ and warriors of the Almighty God, we are to use our best weapon, and our best weapon is prayer. When we use prayer as our main and only weapon, it becomes so precise that our Lord Jesus will act upon it.
Understanding Targeted Prayer
Today, we are going to pray against the spirit of lack, the spirit of necessity, and the spirit of having nothing and having less. We are the children of God, and we have everything because we have Christ in our lives. Christ promised us that we would be heirs with Him, and we are. Those of us who have accepted Christ must ensure that our prayers are targeted and that they use the word of God.
"Divine Conversations: Exploring the Power of Holy Prayers";
Welcome to Divine Conversations, a podcast where we delve into the transformative power of holy prayers. I am your host, minister Cesar Castro, and today, we embark on a spiritual journey to explore the significance, beauty, and impact of prayers in our lives as Christians.
Introduction to Holy Prayers;
Prayer is the language of the soul, a sacred act of communication with the Divine. It is a cornerstone of the Christian faith, a way to express our gratitude, seek guidance, and find solace in times of need. Through prayer, we establish a deep connection with God, inviting His presence into our lives and hearts.
The Nature of Holy Prayers;
Holy prayers come in various forms - from structured prayers like the Lord's Prayer to spontaneous, heartfelt expressions of faith. They can be recited, sung, whispered, or shouted with conviction. Regardless of the form, what matters most is the sincerity and intention behind our prayers.
The Power of Holy Prayers;
Prayers have the power to transform lives, heal wounds, and bring about miracles. When we pray, we align our will with God's, inviting His blessings and guidance into our lives. Through prayer, we find strength to face challenges, comfort in times of sorrow, and hope in moments of despair.
Like angels, demons are created beings. Demons, or devils, are evil spirits that work against God’s will. The late Derek Prince, a general of deliverance, called demons “persons without bodies.” That’s a fair description, since demons have a will, intelligence and a personality. Demons are often called by their assignment or function, such as anger, lust or bitterness. Ultimately, all demons have the same assignment. Jesus exposes the plans of the enemy in John 10:10—to steal, kill and destroy. All demons work to achieve this end. A spirit of infirmity, for example, tries to destroy your health. A spirit of poverty works to steal your prosperity. A spirit of anger will kill your relationships. Just as Jesus Himself needed a physical body to walk the earth legally, demons need a body to operate in the physical realm. You could be demonized in your emotions, in your mind, in your body or your physical lusts. The good news is whatever demon is oppressing or depressing you, the other half of John 10:10 remains true: Jesus came to give you abundant life. You can deliver yourself from evil and walk in your destiny in Christ.
Fiery Darts:
Unfortunately, where God builds a church, the devil builds a chapel. The fallen angels are close too. They seek to discourage us and distract us from the truth, tempting us to believe the Lord’s army is small and his ministers don’t matter. They constantly whisper lies in our hearts. They often heckle us through the voices of the secular and unbelieving world.
When I served an inner-city congregation in the Bronx, New York, many unchurched people were openly critical of our church’s mission and its values, in spite of all the social services we also provided to refugees and immigrants. I encountered countless government agents who were entirely oblivious to the holistic help that we sought to provide, caring for people’s temporal and eternal needs. They were awestruck by my claim that the most challenging work involved spiritual concerns and not bodily ones. Some would smirk when discovering the intense preparation that most clergy undergo: “How hard can ministry be? Why would you need a university degree?”
Guiding Sheep to Heaven:
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints” (Ps 116:15). Let’s not let our joy become overshadowed by the tears and grief at a Christian funeral. Another soul for whom our Redeemer shed his blood has passed into the kingdom of glory. Alleluia! Another guest at the heavenly banquet has arrived, even as all Christians—both the living and the dead—await the final resurrection. Praise the Lord! That pastor can rest in peace celebrating the fact that, as a spiritual warrior, he has once again foiled the enemy’s hellish plans. The apostolic ministry has triumphed, as it always does; a whole string of shepherds, through whom our Chief Shepherd worked, were likely instrumental in the victory.
Every pastor knows that it is dangerous to live by sight, for the victory remains hidden in the form of a cross. Yet we pastors forget how significant our calling is. Because the choices that people make in their short time on earth have repercussions for their eternal destinies, your job is one of the most important in the world. So, although the world thinks you are just performing empty ceremonies and ancient rituals that are therapeutic at best, God sees it differently.
Stages of Subversion in the Church
This strategy of subversion through worldly influences has progressed through several overlapping stages, some of which are only now being completed in our current generation.
The first stage is penetration (or “worming in”). In this phase, our agents infiltrate Christian groups and organizations with the intent to influence and manipulate them over time.
The second stage is demoralization (or “softening up”). Here, we aim to undermine the Church’s spiritual and social fabric through means such as deviant teachings and public scandals. As this occurs, Christian morale declines, and believers gradually lose their instinctive ability to resist. For instance, it has been observed that leaders within the Christian right in America often find themselves in compromising situations, which exposes their hypocrisy and deepens discouragement. As Marx noted about a similar tactic, “the goal is to instill poison wherever possible.”
1 Corinthians 14:8: The Call to Clarity and Purpose in Our Communication
Dear Beloved in Christ,
As we gather today, I invite you to turn your hearts and minds to the profound wisdom found in 1 Corinthians 14:8, which states, “If the trumpet does not sound a clear call, who will get ready for battle?” This verse, though brief, carries immense significance for our lives as followers of Christ and the church’s mission in the world.
Contextual Background
To fully appreciate the weight of this verse, we must understand its context. The Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthian church, a community rich in spiritual gifts but struggling with disorder and confusion in worship. The church was experiencing a vibrant expression of spiritual gifts, yet this led to chaos rather than unity. Paul’s letter aimed to bring instruction and correction, emphasizing the need for clarity, purpose, and love in the exercise of these gifts.
In ancient times, the trumpet served as a crucial instrument in military and civil contexts. It was used to signal the beginning of battle, to rally troops, and to communicate essential commands. A clear sound was vital; without it, soldiers would be unprepared, confused, and vulnerable. Paul uses this metaphor to illustrate the importance of clarity in our communication, especially in the context of worship and fellowship.
The Role of the Holy Spirit: Conviction and Transformation
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today, we gather in the spirit of fellowship and faith to explore a profound truth found in the Gospel of John, specifically John 16:8. This verse reads: “And when He comes, He will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment.” As we delve into this message, let us open our hearts to the work of the Holy Spirit, who is our counselor, guide, and the very presence of God within us.
Understanding the Context
To fully appreciate the significance of this verse, we must understand its context. Jesus spoke these words during the Last Supper, a moment filled with intimacy and impending sorrow. He was preparing His disciples for His departure, reassuring them that although He would leave, they would not be abandoned. The coming of the Holy Spirit, referred to as the Advocate or Comforter, would bring them strength, guidance, and empowerment.
Guiding Sheep to Heaven;
Books on spiritual warfare are a dime a dozen. It’s a popular topic because every faithful Christian is assaulted by the unceasing attacks of the world and the devil in his or her day-to-day life. The shelves of my local Christian bookstore are cluttered with self-help material listing ways to subdue temptation and prevent the evil one from gaining territory.
Fictional novels on the subject compel us to question whether God is actually in control of the universe and if he could use our help. A few books address the unique spiritual and mental struggles that pastors suffer in their ministries. Then there are the rarer, more intriguing books on demon possession. These books can feel like the snuff of Christian literature for both clergy and laity alike; when we read them to satisfy curiosity, they can make our spiritual lives even worse.
The one message that stands out amidst this jumble—the Holy Bible—offers us the only entirely trustworthy window into these unseen realities, ensuring that we’re not “outwitted by Satan” (2 Corthians 2:11) through ignorance or misunderstanding.
One of the five rallying cries of the Reformation was the statement that we are saved by faith alone—sola fide! These words declared that salvation does not come from looking at our own works of righteousness, but from looking outside ourselves to another, to the person and work of Jesus Christ. This statement grew out of a desire to return to the biblical text and to the teachings of the early church fathers, a cry to reform the church and return it to biblical orthodoxy.
Centuries have passed since the Reformation, and we may wonder: Does sola fide still matter today? Is the notion of justification by faith alone just a relic of days gone by, reflecting a nostalgia for a previous time? As will be evident throughout this book, I believe that the Reformation cry of sola fide should continue to be taught and treasured today because it summarizes biblical teaching, and God’s Word never loses its transforming power.
The Word of God speaks in every era and in every place. While some may hold on to sola fide to uphold tradition, I believe we should hold on to the tradition of sola fide because it accords with the Word of God. Justification by faith alone isn’t the product of rigid and brittle orthodoxy. It speaks to the minds and hearts of people all throughout history because it tackles one of the fundamental questions of our human condition: How can a person be right with God?
Unwavering Faith” ;
Romans 1:2–5;
There are few questions that have arisen over the course of human history that have caused more controversy than, “Who is Jesus?” As you well know, there is a wide variety of opinions on this matter, but not for Paul. The gospel he preached has as much to do with who Jesus is as it does with what He did. By the second verse of this letter he’s already begun to clarify who this Person is, who his Lord is, and there’s not a hint of doubt in his tone as he writes. For him, Jesus is the promised Son of David and the divine Son of God, and he spends no time at all trying to explain how He could be both of these things at once. Maybe such unwavering faith came easily for Paul because he actually saw Jesus in His resurrected glory and heard Him say, “I am Jesus, the Nazarene, whom you are persecuting” (Acts 22:8). Or maybe his unwavering confidence came from his “out of body” experience (2nd Corinthians 12:2–4) which I assume took place when he apparently died and was resuscitated after being stoned at Lystra (Acts 14:19–20). Seeing the glories of heaven with your own “eyes” must settle many theological questions. You’d think that after an experience like that, one would be inclined to simply believe. But few of us have had experiences like his, yet God still calls us to believe and surrender our lives with unwavering trust like we see in Paul. How can that happen? How can we believe so completely without first seeing the resurrected Jesus with our own eyes?
The Devil's Methods;
But allow me to delve a little deeper into the topic. How does the devil provoke wars?
First of all, the devil produces rebellion. He attacks the mind, and that was the original temptation: rebellion. When God established His law for man and woman in the garden, the devil questioned it immediately. Rebellion! Set aside law and order; take justice into your own hands; do what seems right to you. Ultimately, that is the cause of any kind of war, including the moral war taking place in various countries today. It is the source of the major problems surrounding us. Violent robberies, murders, and all acts that tarnish a nation's life stem from anarchy, which comes from the devil.
Confía en el Dios que Se Preocupa por Ti
Parte 2
El apóstol Pedro les dijo a los creyentes que sufrían que echaran “toda [su] ansiedad sobre él [Dios], porque él tiene cuidado de [ellos]” (1 Pedro 5:7).
Por donde quiera que mires en la Biblia, Dios le da a su pueblo imágenes que describen las maneras en las que se ocupa por su pueblo. Según el Salmo 91, Dios es nuestro refugio y fortaleza, nos salva de nuestros enemigos, nos protege bajo sus alas y nos ayuda a no temer, porque está con nosotros cuando lo invocamos.
Hebreos 7:25 afirma que Dios puede salvar a aquellos que se acercan a él. En Isaías 40:11, descubrimos que Dios nos cuida como un pastor amoroso, tomándonos en sus brazos, llevándonos cerca de su corazón y guiándonos con delicadeza. Incluso en medio de valles de sombra de muerte, no debemos temer mal alguno, porque Dios está con nosotros (Salmo 23:4).
Confía en el Dios que Se Preocupa por Ti
Sufrir de ansiedad y ataques de pánico puede hacernos sentir incapacitados. Los sentimientos de temor y pánico son sumamente reales y fuertes, y parecen imposibles de resolver. La ansiedad y el pánico parecen surgir de la nada. Ni siquiera sabes qué estás pensando, y de repente, entras en pánico.
El problema empieza poco a poco, pero si no se trata, la ansiedad y el pánico pueden afectar toda tu vida. Quizá incluso sientas que tienes miedo de tener miedo. Tal vez empieces a preocuparte que puedas tener algún problema médico extraño que provoca tantos síntomas físicos raros.
Antes de abordar el problema de tu ansiedad, es importante entender qué son los ataques de pánico y cómo afectan al cuerpo humano promedio. La ansiedad se define como “un estado de intensa agitación, incertidumbre y temor que resultan de la expectativa de un evento o situación amenazadores, a menudo al punto de desestabilizar el funcionamiento físico y psicológico”.
Parece un trabalenguas, pero en esencia, significa que tienes tanto temor o aprensión de que algo malo suceda que te afecta físicamente. A veces, la ansiedad puede estar ligada a un pensamiento o situación en particular; otras, quizá no haya una conexión evidente con nada de lo que ocurre en tu vida.
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Understanding the Jezebel Spirit: A Biblical Perspective
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TYPES OF WITCHCRAFT IN THE CHURCH part 2
Rebellion
For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. – 1 Samuel 15:23a KJV
Witchcraft in the church is not always the result of imposters from the local coven engaging in the congregation, although we will look at the subject of “witch plants” in a later section. Scripture teaches us that rebellion is to be treated like witchcraft because it brings a curse into the congregation.
When joining a church congregation, it is important that you honor the leader, whether you agree with him/her or not. If you do not agree with them in general and do not respect them, then I would suggest asking the Lord to do a work within your heart or find another congregation.
While Saul was still king over Israel, David was anointed as king but was not yet in office. Saul made many mistakes and was “off” on many accounts, but you never saw David rebelling against him. There was always honor. David understood this.
Witchcraft In Church
You wouldn’t expect to find witchcraft operating within the church, but it is. The enemy well understands the power and authority that Christ gave the church even if we do not. The devil passionately covets that power and authority. He can’t obtain it though, unless we submit to him, so he deceitfully infiltrates, setting snares in order to divide and conquer.
The Lord revealed to me that targeted witchcraft assaults are going to hit the church in greater measure, but the outcome will be the church operating in greater righteousness and demonstrations of power over the forces of darkness. Nothing shall injure us if we stand alert. The Lord is raising up His people as a standard against the enemy’s devices and assignments. He will be sorry he ever tried, but in order to win the battle, we need to understand the tactics of our foe. Military strategists and intelligence agents spend a great deal of time learning the strategies of their enemy in war so they can secure a victory through targeted strategy. They carefully study their enemy in order to be well-informed before going into battle.
Seeking Divine Guidance Daily
Request the Creator to illuminate your daily path by placing the Divine at the center of your pursuits. By asking for direction each morning, a miracle unfolds. Your existence transforms irrevocably at this moment. The serene whisper of the Almighty assures you: seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and the universe will conspire in your favor.
Proverbs 3:5-6 teaches us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths. Therefore, the essential thing is not to know the root but to trust in the One who holds the map.
La Transformadora Potencia de Nacer de Nuevo: Una Reflexión sobre Juan 3:3
Queridos hermanos y hermanas en Cristo,
Hoy vengo ante ustedes como un humilde siervo de Dios para reflexionar sobre un profundo versículo que encapsula la esencia de nuestra fe cristiana. Juan 3:3 dice: "Jesús le respondió: 'De verdad te aseguro que, a menos que uno nazca de nuevo, no puede ver el reino de Dios.'"
Estas palabras pronunciadas por nuestro Salvador Jesucristo llevan un mensaje transformador que nos llama a examinar nuestros corazones, renovar nuestros espíritus y embarcarnos en un viaje de renacimiento espiritual. En este mensaje, profundizaremos en la importancia de nacer de nuevo, explorando sus fundamentos bíblicos y entendiendo su relevancia en nuestras vidas hoy.
Fundamento Bíblico:
Para comprender plenamente el concepto de nacer de nuevo, debemos recurrir a las Escrituras, donde la Palabra de Dios nos brinda profundos insights y orientación. En Juan 3:3, Jesús está hablando con Nicodemo, un fariseo y miembro del consejo gobernante judío. En esta conversación, Jesús revela la necesidad de un renacimiento espiritual como requisito previo para entrar al reino de Dios.
A lo largo de la Biblia, encontramos diversas referencias al poder transformador de nacer de nuevo. En 1 Pedro 1:23, el apóstol escribe: "Porque habéis sido regenerados, no de simiente corruptible, sino incorruptible, mediante la palabra de Dios que vive y permanece para siempre." Aquí, Pedro enfatiza la naturaleza eterna de este renacimiento, resaltando la centralidad de la Palabra de Dios en este proceso de transformación.
Entendiendo el Nacer de Nuevo:
La Transformadora Potencia de Nacer de Nuevo: Una Reflexión sobre Juan 3:3
Adicionalmente, Pablo escribe en 2 Corintios 5:17: "Por lo tanto, si alguno está en Cristo, es una nueva creación. Lo viejo ha pasado; ¡mira, lo nuevo ha llegado!" Este versículo subraya el cambio radical que ocurre dentro de nosotros cuando experimentamos este renacimiento espiritual. Ya no estamos definidos por nuestro pasado, sino por nuestra nueva identidad como hijos de Dios.
Para comprender el concepto de nacer de nuevo, debemos reconocer que no es un renacimiento físico, sino una transformación espiritual. Es una entrega de nuestros viejos yo y una adopción de una nueva vida en Cristo.
Así como un recién nacido entra al mundo con una hoja en blanco, nacer de nuevo nos permite comenzar de nuevo, liberados del yugo del pecado y llenos de esperanza y promesa de salvación.
La Transformadora Potencia de Nacer de Nuevo: Una Reflexión sobre Juan 3:3
El proceso de nacer de nuevo implica reconocer nuestra necesidad de un Salvador, arrepentirnos de nuestros pecados y aceptar a Jesucristo en nuestros corazones como Señor y Salvador. A través de la fe en Cristo, recibimos el don del Espíritu Santo, que habita en nosotros, dándonos el poder de vivir una vida que agrade a Dios.
Conclusión:
La Transformadora Potencia de Nacer de Nuevo: Una Reflexión sobre Juan 3:3
El llamado a nacer de nuevo es tan relevante hoy como lo fue durante el ministerio terrenal de Jesús. En un mundo plagado de pecado, quebrantamiento y desesperación, nacer de nuevo nos ofrece esperanza, redención y un propósito renovado. Nos permite experimentar la vida abundante que Jesús prometió en Juan 10:10, donde dijo: "Yo he venido para que tengan vida, y la tengan en abundancia."
Nacer de nuevo transforma nuestra perspectiva, permitiéndonos ver el mundo a través del lente de la gracia y el amor de Dios. Nos impulsa a cultivar un corazón compasivo, buscar justicia y extender gracia y perdón a los demás. Nos equipa para resistir las tentaciones de este mundo y caminar en obediencia a la voluntad de Dios.
La Transformadora Potencia de Nacer de Nuevo: Una Reflexión sobre Juan 3:3
Queridos hermanos y hermanas, el llamado a nacer de nuevo es una invitación a experimentar el poder transformador del amor y la gracia de Dios. Es una oportunidad divina para comenzar de nuevo, dejando atrás las viejas formas de pecado y abrazando una nueva vida en Cristo. Recordemos las palabras de nuestro Salvador en Juan 3:3, y busquemos este renacimiento espiritual con todo nuestro corazón.
Al embarcarnos en este viaje de nacer de nuevo, que seamos continuamente recordados de la verdad bíblica de que en Cristo, somos nuevas creaciones. Vivamos esta verdad a diario, permitiendo que el Espíritu Santo nos guíe y nos transforme a la imagen de Cristo.
Que la gracia y la paz del Señor estén con ustedes, mientras abrazan el llamado a nacer de nuevo y viven una vida que refleja el amor y la gloria de nuestro Salvador.
Con el amor de Cristo,
Cesar Una Voz En El Desierto
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The Holy Spirit: Our Divine Helper
When you trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as your Savior, you probably thought things were going to be rather easy for you. It just may be that things got tougher for you and, as a result, you began to question God. Where was He? Why didn't He answer your prayers? Why didn't He keep His Word? Well, He has kept His Word. God always keeps His Word. He knows that all of us will face situations and circumstances in life that are difficult for us. We don't know which way to turn.
This is why He said to His disciples before He left that He was going to send them Someone called the Helper. This Helper would be with them throughout their life. This Helper is called the Holy Spirit. God has made an awesome deposit for everyone who is willing to believe Him and trust Him. The Bible talks about God being God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. The three Persons of the Trinity can sometimes be confusing, so I want to show you a brief diagram to give you an idea that really they're all one. There is God, God the Father who is the Creator and sovereign ruler of the universe, God the Son, our Savior and Lord, and God the Holy Spirit, our Helper and Empowerer. All three Persons of the Trinity make up the Godhead.
The Crisis in Eschatology: Understanding the End of the Age
As we continue now with our study of the crisis in eschatology, the point I want to look at in this session is this question: When Jesus spoke about His coming at the end of the age, did He mean by that phrase the 'end of the age'? The end of world history, or was He talking more specifically about the end of the Jewish age? That's one of the critical points that are in dispute here with respect to timeframe references of New Testament eschatology.
I'd like to read a portion of the text of Matthew for you from the New King James Bible, or the New King James translation, where we read in chapter 13, verse 38, Jesus' interpretation of the parable of the tares. He says, and I quote:
Engaging the Reality of Spiritual Warfare Unveiling the Clash of Kingdoms
Introduction:
Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, today I seek to address a topic that frequently eludes our attention in our contemporary Christian lives – the profound reality of spiritual warfare. As devoted followers of Christ, it is crucial for us to comprehend the unceasing conflict between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan. Let us grasp the significance of this spiritual battle and acknowledge our unwavering authority in Christ. Together, let us explore three pivotal observations that will illuminate this eternal truth.
Observation 1: The Collision of Kingdoms
The Scriptures divulge a profound revelation, unveiling not only the kingdom of God but also the kingdom of Satan. These two dominions find themselves locked in an unrelenting clash, forever at odds with one another. Jesus himself confirmed this eternal struggle when he declared, "If Satan casts out Satan, he is divided against himself; how then will his kingdom stand? But if I cast out demons by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you" (Matthew 12:26, 28).
The Significance of I Corinthians 11:1 in Christian Leadership and Discipleship
I Corinthians 11:1 states, "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." This verse, penned by the Apostle Paul, serves as a cornerstone in understanding Christian leadership and discipleship. With two decades of experience in content creation and theological study, I offer an in-depth analysis of this verse's implications for modern-day believers, especially for small church leaders and Christian educators.
Historical and Cultural Background of I Corinthians 11:1
Written around A.D. 55, the First Epistle to the Corinthians addresses various issues within the early Christian community in Corinth. This port city was a melting pot of cultures and religions, which presented unique challenges for early Christians. Paul’s directive to "follow my example" was a call for unity and consistency in faith practices amidst this diverse environment. He set himself as a living example of Christ-like behavior, emphasizing the importance of visual discipleship in a world lacking Christian tradition.
Relevance in Paul's Teachings
Paul’s teachings often revolve around the imitation of Christ. By asking the Corinthians to follow his example, he was essentially bridging the gap between Christ’s teachings and practical, day-to-day living. This verse encapsulates the essence of discipleship—learning through observation and imitation. Paul’s life was a tangible manifestation of Christ’s principles, making it easier for new believers to grasp and emulate these teachings.
Application to Contemporary Faith Practices
For modern-day small church leaders and Christian educators, I Corinthians 11:1 emphasizes the importance of leading by example. Here are some actionable ways to embody its principles:
Case Studies of Effective Christian Leadership
Consider the case of Pastor John, a small church leader in rural America. By actively participating in community activities and demonstrating Christ’s love through service, he effectively attracted and nurtured new believers. His mentorship programs, which paired seasoned Christians with newcomers, resulted in a more cohesive and spiritually mature congregation.
Another example is Sarah, a Christian educator who integrated biblical principles into her curriculum. By exemplifying Christ-like patience and kindness, she inspired her students to adopt these values in their daily lives, creating a ripple effect of positive change.
Impact of Discipleship and Mentorship within Church Communities
Research indicates that effective discipleship and mentorship can significantly enhance spiritual growth and community cohesion. A study from the Barna Group reveals that churches with strong mentorship programs report higher levels of member engagement and spiritual maturity. These communities often experience increased volunteerism, improved conflict resolution, and a deeper understanding of biblical teachings.
Conclusion
I Corinthians 11:1 is a pivotal verse that underscores the importance of exemplary leadership and discipleship in Christianity. By embodying the principles of this verse, modern-day believers, particularly small church leaders and Christian educators, can foster a more vibrant and spiritually mature community. Through authentic living, consistent behavior, and dedicated mentorship, they can effectively guide others in their faith journey, creating a lasting impact on their communities.
The Significance of the Number 40 in the Bible
The Bible is rich with symbolism and meaning, and one of the most intriguing aspects is the use of numbers. Among these, the number 40 stands out for its frequent and varied appearances. From the Old Testament to the New Testament, the number 40 in the Bible is often associated with periods of trial, testing, and transformation. In this article, we will explore the significance of the number 40 in the Bible, delving into its various contexts and meanings.
The Symbolism of the Number 40
Periods of Testing and Trial
The number 40 in the Bible is frequently linked to periods of testing and trial. A notable example is the 40 days and nights of rain during the Great Flood in the book of Genesis. This period marked a time of purification and renewal for the Earth. Similarly, Moses spent 40 days and nights on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments, a period of intense spiritual preparation and revelation.
The Trinity
There’s no tenet more fundamental to Christianity than the doctrine of the Trinity, since it speaks to the identity of the God whom we worship. It’s a simple fact that we cannot worship One whom we don’t know. Thus, God’s self-disclosure to humans is relationally-focused; it’s given for the purpose of our coming to know him and having life in such knowledge. We must come to know who he is if we would be his people. And we cannot know who he is without going to his Word, where he gives us that disclosure.
Yet, contrary to the fanciful theories of some who write and produce bestselling books and movies, belief in the triune nature of God didn’t spring into existence at the Council of Nicea in AD 325. Rather, the confession that God exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is found in unequivocal form in the New Testament. Even before the New Testament was reduced to writing, Christians were being baptized in the threefold name, as they had been commanded to do by Jesus himself (Matt. 28:19).
FIRST SIGHT OF THE CROSS: Mark 10:46-52
It is hard for us to imagine the anticipation of the crowds that followed Jesus as he went up to Jerusalem for the last time.
The buildup of their expectation was something you could almost feel. There was electricity in the air.
Everyone knew that something special was about to happen. Great crowds of people were streaming towards Jerusalem for the yearly celebration of the Passover. Jesus was also going there to celebrate the festival with his disciples.
However, he was also going there for another specific reason. Earlier, Jesus told his disciples, “We are going up to Jerusalem and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and teachers of the law.
They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles who will mock him and spit on him, flog him and kill him. Three days later he will rise.” Jesus plainly told his disciples why he was going to Jerusalem for the last time, but the disciples really did not understand what he was saying. They couldn’t see what Christ was talking about. They were spiritually blind when it came to the teaching of the cross.
As the Lord begins his final approach to Jerusalem, he comes to the great city of Jericho. This was an ancient city with a long history. It was about 20 miles northeast of the capital.
Here, at Jericho, we see even more pilgrims joining Jesus and his group.
Now, the crowds really swell. It becomes a triumphal procession as they move through the great city down the main street. It is like a grand parade with Christ leading the way.
But then, something happened. It was such a trifling incident, but no one ever forgot it. A blind man lived in Jericho; Bartimaeus was his name.
He was a beggar who sat on the main street every day asking for money. Somehow or another, this blind man heard that Jesus of Nazareth was coming through his city and was about to pass by. Evidently, Bartimaeus knew who Jesus was and why everyone was so excited by his arrival.
He had probably heard about the many great miracles Christ had performed.
Therefore, Bartimaeus now begins to shout at the top of his lungs, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! Jesus, Lord Messiah, help me!” Repeatedly he shouts this out. And Bartimaeus must have had a loud voice because those in the crowd near him finally said, “Hey, you old bum, shut up! Be quiet! You’re spoiling the whole parade.”
Mark says, “Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted even louder, ‘Son of David, have mercy on me!’” Bartimaeus saw his chance and he was not about to quit.
Jesus was coming and he knew that it was now or never. When Christ came to the place where Bartimaeus was seated, he suddenly stopped.
He stood still and the whole procession behind him stopped as well. The whole show came to a grinding halt.
Silence fell so that the shouting of Bartimaeus became even more obvious. “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” was ringing through the crowded streets of Jericho.
“Call him,” commanded Jesus. The people then told Bartimaeus, “Cheer up, old fellow!
On your feet! He’s calling you.” Throwing his cloak aside, Bartimaeus jumped to his feet and was escorted over to where Jesus stood in the street. And so, with the great crowds as spectators, these two men faced each other, the beggar with no light in his eyes and the man who was the Light of the World.
Then, the question from Jesus’ lips, “What do you want me to do for you?” Bartimaeus simply says, “I want to see.”
You can almost feel the pain of being blind for so many years in those simple words. “I want to see. I want to be healed. I want to be made whole and restored.
O Lord Jesus, help me!” Christ sees the faith that Bartimaeus has. This is a faith that believes Jesus is the Messiah sent by God. He is the promised Son of David. He is the Lord who has compassion upon those who are suffering, and he has the power to heal and help and make all things new.
What follows now is interesting. No anointing occurs; there is no laying on of hands. But there are only the simple words of Christ which say, “Go, your faith has made you well.” Immediately, Bartimaeus receives his eyesight back.
The Lord speaks his Word and the blind man is healed. Just like that! Here, we see how God’s Word is a Word of healing. It is a Word of salvation and restoration.
Literally, Christ says, “Go, your faith has saved you.” Salvation brings healing and hope. Christ makes all things new.
Faith believes this. Faith receives the gift of salvation and renewal to be found in Jesus the Messiah. Mark tells us, “Immediately Bartimaeus received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.” That’s how it is.
We receive the gift and then we respond in faith. We are healed and then immediately follow Christ along the road.
That is what Bartimaeus did and that is what we do as well. We follow our Lord on the road to Jerusalem; we follow him into his suffering and death and into his resurrection.
Think about what probably happened to Bartimaeus after he was healed. We don’t know for sure, but we can probably guess he joined the crowds going up to Jerusalem.
He surely continued to follow this extraordinary man who had just healed him so miraculously. With seeing eyes, he joined the great procession as it left Jericho behind.
Imagine the joy and wonder of Bartimaeus as he looks for the first time upon the majestic city of David.
Did it take his breath away to see the great city of God, to see the huge temple complex? Did he stay with the pilgrims who came up to celebrate the Passover at Jerusalem? Did he see Jesus ride in triumph on Palm Sunday?
Did he witness how Christ cleared the temple of the moneychangers? Did he hear about how Christ had been betrayed, arrested and taken away? Did he learn about how Jesus was put on trial and unfairly condemned as a criminal?
Did he watch as Jesus was led out by the Romans to be crucified? Was he there at Golgotha on Good Friday? Was he there in the crowd, watching the slow and terrible death of Christ on the cross?
I think it’s quite possible. Bartimaeus may have seen Jesus on the cross.
He may have seen with his own eyes how the Lord suffered and died. He may have witnessed how Christ shed his holy and precious blood. Many people did that day.
Imagine what that must have been like for Bartimaeus to witness all these things.
Imagine watching the Lord who had just opened your eyes being put to death by crucifixion.
Imagine seeing the Son of God dying on a cross. And yet, that is exactly what we have to see. We need to look with the eyes of faith and see our Savior on that cross.
The truth is we will never truly understand why the Son of God came into this world until we see him on that cross outside of Jerusalem.
God has to open your eyes so that you can look with the eyes of faith and see your Lord on that cross. Then, you discover how he takes all your sins upon himself and he carries them all down into his terrible suffering and death.
Christ takes all of our guilt and sin down into his eternal death and there they die forever. They are put to death and are now gone forever. In Christ, you are forgiven! You are healed and restored. “By his wounds, we are healed.” Christ makes all things new (and that includes you!) When we see that, then we can say along with the Apostle Paul, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.
The life I live now, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. I now live for God.” That is what Bartimaeus could say.
He could say, “I know my Savior loves me. He not only opened my eyes, but also he loved me and gave himself on the cross for me.
And he has given me my sight back so that I could follow him. I now see with the eyes of faith that he truly is the Son of God. He is my Messiah!” Look now with the eyes of faith and you will behold Jesus. Look and see how he is full of mercy and compassion. He cares about you and he wants to heal you and restore your sight so that you can look into the face of your Savior.
Do you see it? You can cry out to him in your suffering and distress. You can shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy upon me! Lord, help me in my time of need!” And he will answer, “Cheer up! On your feet! What do you want for me to do for you?” Then you answer, “Lord, I want to see! I want to witness the power of your cross at work in my life.
I want to experience your love and grace and be made new. O Lord, I want to see!” And Christ says, “Go! Your faith has saved you. You are healed and made new. Come now and follow me! Know that I am always with you; I will never leave you or forsake you.
Together, we shall journey along the way until you enter the majestic city of God, the New Jerusalem that awaits all who trust in God’s mercy.” Amen!
My name is Cesar and I’m A Voice In The Desert
Who Is Christ?
In the person of Jesus God physically entered into our world. An infinite God came to live in a finite world. The one who knew exactly how things were supposed to be came to a place where things obviously weren’t. In Jesus God and man became one person, a person unlike anyone else the world has ever seen or will ever see. Jesus Christ was, and forever will be, fully God and fully man in one person. And that one person changed the course of history forever.
Jesus—Fully Man
Jesus was fully and completely human. He was conceived in the womb of his mother by a miraculous work of the Holy Spirit. This is made clear in Matthew 1:18: “Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit.” While many things could be said about this, one thing is clear: Jesus was born of a human mother. His ordinary human birth affirms his humanity.
What Is Sin?
Sin disrupts everything. We don’t live the lives we were originally designed to live, and we don’t live in the world we were originally designed to live in. Sin mars the image of God in us; we no longer reflect the perfection God created us to reflect. Because of sin, things simply aren’t the way they were originally meant to be. The story of the human race, as presented in the Bible, is the story of God fixing broken people living in a broken world. It is the story of God’s victory over the many results of sin in the world.
What Sin Is
Sin is any failure to conform to the moral law of God in act, attitude, or nature. God sets forth his moral law in many places throughout the Bible. One such place is the Ten Commandments, found in Exodus 20:1–17. If sin is any action contrary to God’s moral law, it makes sense that Exodus 20:13 says, “You shall not murder,” and Exodus 20:15 says, “You shall not steal.” But sin is also found in attitudes contrary to God’s moral law. This is why Exodus 20:17 says, “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife.” Sin is also found in our nature—the internal character that is the essence of who we are. This is why Paul says that those who reject Jesus are “by nature children of wrath” (Eph. 2:3).
God is eternally good in his character; all that he is conforms perfectly to his moral law. Therefore, anything contrary to his moral law is contrary to his character, that is, contrary to God himself. God hates sin because it directly contradicts everything he is.
What Is Man?
After God created the plants and animals on the earth, he had one more thing to create, the pinnacle of his creation:
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. And God blessed them. And God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.” (Genesis 1:27–28)
God did not create us because he was lacking or needing anything. He wasn’t lonely, nor did he need someone or something to bring him praise or give him glory. But he still chose to create us, and we do bring him glory. In Isaiah 43:7, God says, “Everyone who is called by my name … I created for my glory.” Although this fact is supposed to give our lives significance, unless we understand what it means, it can seem empty and meaningless. To give God glory means to give him great honor and praise, and we can do that in various ways.
What Are Angels, Satan, and Demons?
Up to this point, when discussing God’s creation, we have limited our discussion to the physical realm. But there are also spiritual creatures God has created called angels and demons. Satan, a demon himself, is considered the head of the demons.
Angels
Angels are created spiritual beings with moral judgment and high intelligence but without physical bodies. They are God’s warriors and as a group are often referred to as the host (or armies) of heaven. They have not always existed; they are part of the universe God created. Ezra affirms this when he says of God, “You have made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host” (Neh. 9:6).
Since angels are “spirits” (Heb. 1:14), they do not have physical bodies, for as Jesus says, “A spirit does not have flesh and bones” (Luke 24:39). Therefore, angels cannot ordinarily be seen unless the Lord opens our eyes (as he did with Balaam in Numbers 22:31) or they take on bodily form to appear to us (as happened at Jesus’ tomb in Matthew 28:5). Normally, though, angels are invisible as they perform their ordinary activities of guarding us in all our ways (Ps. 91:11) and joining us in our worship of God (Heb. 12:22). Angels demonstrated moral judgment when “they sinned” and were cast out of heaven (2 Peter 2:4). They demonstrate their intelligence through speaking to humans (see Matt. 28:5, for example) and singing praise to God (see Rev. 4:11, for example).
What Is Prayer?
One of the ways God allows his creation to stay involved with him is through prayer. Prayer, which is personal communication from us to God, not only helps us know about God but also helps us truly know God. Through prayer we can communicate our requests to God, confess our sins to God, and give adoration, praise, and thanksgiving to God.
The Reason for Prayer
God does not want us to pray so that he can find out what we need, for Jesus said, “Your Father knows what you need before you ask him” (Matt. 6:8). Instead, God wants us to pray so that our dependence on him can increase. When we come to him in prayer about something, we express a trust in him, a trust that he will hear and answer our prayers. That is why Jesus compares our prayers to a child asking his father for a fish or an egg (Luke 11:9–12). As a child trusts and expects his father to provide for him, so we ought to expect, in faith, that God will provide for us. That is why Jesus said, “Whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith” (Matt. 21:22).
What Is Creation?
Where did the universe come from? And what is its purpose? Should we think of the creation as good or as evil? In this chapter we seek to understand how God created the universe, what kind of universe he created, and how we should think of the creation today.
The Created Creation
God created the universe out of nothing; nothing but God existed before the universe was created. All things—what Genesis 1:1 calls “the heavens and the earth”—were created by God. John 1:3 affirms this: “All things were made through him.” And in Colossians 1:16 we read, “By him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible.” And as we saw in the previous chapter, all the members of the Trinity were involved in this process.
God spoke all of creation into existence—from land and waters to plants and animals (Gen. 1:3–25)—that is, all of creation except for man. Both man and woman were created by God’s very hands and received life from God’s very breath (Gen. 2:7, 22). This intimate, special creation is one sign of the special place God designed human beings to have within his creation. In addition, human beings are the only ones that God made “in his own image” (Gen. 1:27). To be in God’s image means to be like God and to represent God. As God’s image, man is the pinnacle of all creation, more like God than any other creature, and the only one appointed to rule over the rest of creation as God’s representative (Gen. 1:28–31).
What Is the Trinity?
Sometimes people use three different names when referring to God: God or Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. But these are more than simply different names for one person; they are, in fact, the names of three very distinct persons. But even though God the Father, God the Son (Jesus), and God the Holy Spirit have eternally existed as three distinct persons, there is only one God. This is called the doctrine of the Trinity. The idea of three persons and only one God is difficult to understand completely. Even so, it is one of the most important ideas of the Christian faith.
The Bible’s View of the Trinity
The word “trinity” is never found in the Bible, but the idea represented by the word is affirmed in many places. For instance, in Genesis 1:26 God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.” His use of “us” and “our” implies that more than one person was involved in creation. The only other beings that God could possibly be referring to are angels, but we are not made in the image of angels but “in the image of God” (Gen. 1:27), so this verse must imply that there is more than one person in God.
When Jesus was baptized, “the heavens were opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him; and … a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased’ ” (Matt. 3:16–17). At this moment, all three members of the Trinity were performing three distinct activities: God the Father was speaking, God the Son was being baptized, and God the Holy Spirit was resting on the Son.
Similarly, when Jesus sent his disciples out to do their work, he commanded them to “make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matt. 28:19). In saying this, Jesus is affirming that all three members of the Trinity are distinct in their personhood (the Father can’t be the Son, for example). Jude 20–21 also affirms the three distinct persons in the Trinity: “Pray in the Holy Spirit; keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
How to be Saved,
To be reconciled to God, we must choose Jesus as our personal Lord and Savior; we must believe that he is the only begotten Son of the Father (John 14:6). When he came to earth, he was born of a virgin, being entirely God and entirely man. He lived among us, being tempted in all points as we are, yet untainted by sin. In this way, he became an acceptable sacrifice for the sins of man. God sent him because he loved the world, and he still does. This means that he loves you, and he sent his Son to lay down his life so he could restore and fulfill yours!
God was burdened with an unquenchable love for the whole world. For this love, Jesus died an excruciating, reprehensible, and utterly denigrating death. He was beaten, and his hairs were plucked from his face. A crown of thorns was twisted around his scalp, rupturing blood vessels so that the blood poured from his head. He was beaten with a cat-o’-nine-tails: a whip with nine strands, often containing shards of metal, bone, and glass. The stripes upon his back were not merely from bruised or bleeding skin. His flesh was voraciously torn from his back, and the muscles and bones were left totally exposed. After the soldiers were finished, the skin and muscle that was still attached to his body hung in ribbons.
HOW WILL THIS BE?
Luke 1:26-38
“How will this be?” That is a question we often ask. How are all these things in the Bible possible? Are these incredible miracles true? Does the supernatural really occur? How can this be? How?
Mary can help us today. Mary is an example of faith. She heard the Word of God and she believed it. “I am the Lord’s servant,” she said. “May it be to me as you have said.” Mary had faith, a simple trust in the goodness and grace of God.
We begin today with an angel named Gabriel. He was an archangel, one of God’s highest-ranking servants. God sends Gabriel to Nazareth, a little town in Galilee. It was just a little village in the middle of nowhere. Galilee was in the northern part of the land of Israel. The people down south in Jerusalem considered it the backwoods.
“The Son of God Appeared to Destroy the Works of the Devil.” In the three Sundays of Advent leading up to that message I want to talk about three typical works to the devil. If we have a sober awareness of some of Satan’s most common works, we will appreciate Christmas all the more, because Christmas is a celebration of the truth that the Son of God came into the world to destroy the works of the devil.
The work of the devil that we will expose today is his opposition to the Word of God when that Word is preached. Satan takes away the Word of God from people’s minds and hearts so that they cannot believe and be saved.
The Gospel of Luke, or simply Luke, tells of the origins, birth, ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. Together with the Acts of the Apostles, it makes up a two-volume work which scholars call Luke–Acts and together they account for 27.5% of the New Testament. Most modern scholars agree that the traditional view is that it was Luke, the Evangelist and companion of Paul who was the author of the Gospel of Luke. Written to a Greek-speaking audience, but directing his attention specifically to Christian concerns rather than to the Greco-Roman world at large.
The Holy Spirit as My Comforter in Times of Trials
In the journey of life, we often encounter trials that test our faith, resilience, and emotional fortitude. During these challenging moments, many believers find solace and strength in the presence of the Holy Spirit, often referred to as the Comforter. This article explores the role of the Holy Spirit in providing comfort, guidance, and strength during difficult times, drawing upon biblical references and personal testimonies to illustrate this profound relationship.
Understanding the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, co-equal and co-eternal with God the Father and God the Son. Throughout Scripture, the Holy Spirit is depicted as a counselor, helper, and guide. In John 14:16-17, Jesus promises His disciples that He will ask the Father to send them another Comforter, who will be with them forever. This Comforter is crucial for believers, acting as an ever-present source of strength and comfort.
La esperanza escatológica con respecto al hombre significa: hombre en tensión esperanzada hacia el último fin de la visión beatífica. Para nosotros, escatológicamente, significa nuestra verdad: Dios con nosotros en gloria.
LA PALABRA DE FE
Algunas de nuestras supuestas oraciones no son las oraciones normales que solemos dar. Son lo que la Biblia llama una “palabra de fe”. La palabra de fe es cuando hablamos directamente de la situación, como Jesús enseñó en Mateo capítulo diecisiete. Una oración es cuando hacemos una petición a Dios. Esta breve “oración o palabra de fe no es hablarle a Dios sino hablarle a la enfermedad, al espíritu maligno o a la montaña en tu vida. Aunque no estés hablando directamente con Dios, aun así entra en la definición de oración porque Dios es quien responde. Hacer esto sin Dios sería una pérdida de tiempo. La palabra de fe es, a veces, espontánea. La persona que habla una palabra de fe comprende su autoridad en Cristo. Muchas veces, cuando oramos, le pedimos a Dios que haga exactamente lo que nos dijo que hiciéramos. Aquí es cuando debemos dar la “palabra de fe”. En el libro de Mateo, Jesús dijo: "Di a este monte". Repasemos este pasaje tan importante.
Mateo 21:19-22 Y cuando vio una higuera en el camino, se acercó a ella, y no encontró nada en ella, sino sólo hojas, y le dijo: Nunca más crezca de ti fruto. Y al poco tiempo la higuera se secó. 20 Y cuando los discípulos vieron esto, se maravillaron, diciendo: ¡Cuán pronto se seca la higuera! 21 Respondió Jesús y les dijo: De cierto os digo, que si tenéis
fe, y no dudéis, no sólo haréis esto que se le hace a la higuera, sino también si diréis a este monte: Quítate y échate en el mar; debe ser hecho. 22 Y todo lo que pidáis en oración, creyendo, lo recibiréis.
Miremos de cerca los ejemplos de Jesús y cómo enseña este principio de la palabra de fe. En el versículo once, le habla a un objeto inanimado. ¿Tiene un árbol oídos para oír? En el reino espiritual, sí. ¿Como sabemos? Jesús le dijo al árbol: “Nunca más jamás crezca en ti fruto”. ¿Respondió el árbol? Sí lo hizo. Se marchitó y murió en el acto. Jesús ejemplificó audazmente lo que estaba enseñando. Entonces, les dijo (a nosotros) que habláramos con la montaña y la quitarían.
Strategies for Christian Maturity: Proclamation, Warning, and Teaching in the Context of Christ-Centered Growth
Introduction to Christian Maturity
Therefore, this section within a section deals with the goal of the life that God gives in Jesus Christ. It is a message given in the context of the need of the church, that it might not only be saved itself, but also might participate in the saving of others. This is the essence of both maturity and discipleship.
An integral part of the message we proclaim is the grand goal of all life, whether mothers work in homes, students go to school, workers occupy jobs, or leaders make decisions. All these activities, and a thousand more, exist to help the people of God grow in their understanding and realization of the glory of God. In fact, in many ways the total message of the Bible can be brought down to the single point of calling people to grow as mature Christians. It is certainly a good and valid approach to see the Scriptures focused upon mankind's sin and God's salvation. It is also right to concentrate upon the grand and glorious theme of divine love and its extension through Jesus Christ to everyone that believes. But beyond salvation, there must be life, for the whole purpose of salvation is life.
Do not forget that modern censorship is enacted now through a prism of secular life. And do not doubt for a single moment that secular and scientific living produces new systems of censorial control over religious expression. The message begins with a discussion of the influence of tacit human belief in the recent acts of scientific censorship via digital platforms. This, in turn, invites reflections on what modern, mostly Western media censorship now looks like and how that affects thought and lives. A short methodological overview and some historical perspective will follow. The meat of the essay will be spent exploring all these described connections and relational axes, and subsequently offer a case study in the form of the recent Austrian COVID laws. Finally, some concluding notes discuss future considerations for media censorship in times of religious revival.
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Hi, welcome to A Voice in the Desert. Great to be with you, as always. Today, we’re going to be speaking about the word of God, like we always do when we gather together. The topic of today’s message is nocturnal terror dreams. As a Christian minister, it’s my duty to address this issue with wisdom and guidance rooted in the word of God. Let us delve into this profound subject and seek solace and understanding in the scriptures.
Hello, welcome to a voice in the desert, a pleasure to be with you again and today we are going to be talking about the next message and the message is: titled: moral decay in the Christian church. Moral decline in the Christian church is a discouraging reality that demands our attention and action. The church, once a beacon of moral guidance and unwavering principles, now finds itself easing with a glare of problems that threaten its integrity and credibility. This decline can be attributed to several reasons, And it is crucial that we confront them directly to restore the Moral foundations of the church. First, a weakening commitment to biblical teachings has eroded the moral fabric of the Christian church in search of revelation and acceptance.
Demons are an inseparable part of religious traditions and beliefs. They belong mostly to the sphere of the supernatural, and their main feature is their role. Basically, demons serve two main purposes. First of all, they serve as a way of explaining a wide range of phenomena that people were unable to understand in ancient times or rationalize later. Illnesses, personal tragedies, as well as natural disasters were often attributed to the influence of supernatural powers, like demons, and later similar forms of understanding are found, for example, in common folk beliefs which often have traces of earlier religious beliefs, like being responsible for ailments, and many other bad happenings in people's lives. Secondly, the threatening presence of evil supernatural powers forced people to establish a system of defense, based on rituals, religious beliefs, religious institutions, and, sometimes, fear of punishment in the afterlife. In most cases in which evidence regarding possession is under consideration, belief in possession plays a role, though people unfamiliar with and skeptical of such belief persistently ask whether the individual possessed by the demon is not indeed malingerer. Data from numerous historical sources indicate that people in most of the periods did not have the power to understand alternative interpretations and explanations different from possession of demons. However, only a few of these reports give biographical details for many of the possessed persons, and instead focus on more publicized public acts of their possession or exorcism.
The subject of possession has attracted the curiosity and frightened the imagination of believers and non-believers alike for thousands of years. Possession is a phenomenon consisting of a sudden change of behavior in an individual in which the personality and the normal self-controls no longer appear to be present. The signs are profound and shocking delusions, periodic loss of consciousness, attacks or altered states of consciousness. In many religious traditions, these characteristics are considered the work of supernatural beings, which include evil spirits, demons, and the devil, possessing man against his will. Psychiatry has also given these phenomena attention by establishing a diagnostic category, 'dissociative disorders', and in some countries even specifying it as a formal form of possession by a demon. The phenomenon of demonic possession is important not only for laypersons, but also for many experts on abnormal mental phenomena, because these altered personality states are commonly explained by lie as "possession" by the devil or some kind of evil spirit.
By His Evil Deeds Is satan Known
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Hi folks welcome once again to a voice in the desert great to be with you as always great, to have everyone from around the world. Listening and sharing god's word today, we have a message today for you very special message and we would like for you to really be able to listen, deeply okay and concentrate on this message. If need be, download it for free and replay it again, because it's that important, the title of the message for today is by his evil deeds. Is he known who is he we're gon na find out just that in a couple of seconds uh, but like always, we do our prayer before we start and then we continue uh with today's message.
Dear father, I want to say thank you, dear lord God, for all the things that you've done with us this week. Thank you for all the miracles that have occurred and have gone unnoticed by us. Forgive us for not acknowledging them. We're not see them. Father God guide us today into your word guide us by your Holy Spirit. Let your word be fallen on fertile grounds, let them he who has ears. Listen to what the word of the lord has to say in the name of the father, the son and the holy spirit, and everyone said amen.
Satan Has a Discernible Presence
So, just as we can know the enemy by his wicked name, we can also identify him, especially by his actions, knowing how he acts helps us to discern when he is in our midst. Okay, it's gonna help us number one satan has a discernible presence. When we are walking with the lord and being guided by the holy spirit, we are able to discern the presence of evil. It is almost as if all the hair on our arms will stand up when satan or his forces are around us. I know I do. I can definitely discern when evil is around, and that is thanks to the Holy Spirit, not because of my own volition, because of the relationship that I hold with God in his Word and his Holy Spirit
When this happens, we come to know his presence. We know. What's going on, our spirit tells us that something isn't right. This discernment is a function of the wisdom that comes through the Holy Spirit, so who is going to be able to discern this wickedness? Only those that are children of God and have received the holy spirit? Those that have given themselves over to the Lord Jesus Christ .
Vivimos en los tiempos de la exaltación de la libertad personal que se acerca a lo absurdo. Relaciones familiares naturales que toda sociedad durante toda la historia ha honrado hoy son entregados antes el libertinaje libre del homosexualismo, bisexualismo, y otras formas de libertinaje que ha colocado el matrimonio como una institución anticuada. Aún en las sociedades que practicaban el homosexualismo (como la Roma antigua) el matrimonio todavía era reconocido y protegido. Hoy por primera vez en la historia se quiere definir el matrimonio como cualquier conjunto de seres vivos. ¿Y por qué no “casarse” con una planta?
Today, it is as important as ever to learn how to draw close to Christ, engage with him and learn from his teaching and example, amid new and complex challenges. Each generation of Christians must learn for themselves what discipleship means as they seek to resonate with their God. This investigation is of immediate personal interest to me and seeks to identify the spiritual principles that apply to operate a God-centered and Christ-focused discipleship in today's high temperature and complex society. The investigation is both challenging and important, one I trust will be rewarding to serious-minded believers in search of a deeper spiritual relationship with God.
Analyzing The Parables of Jesus Christ
Introduction to Parables in the Bible
Introduction to Parables in the Bible Many times we hear parables being told in churches and we wonder what a parable is. Parables are supposedly the message of Jesus Christ to his hearers. The parables are fundamental to Jesus's teaching. Hamilton identifies that in the synoptic gospels, parables make up about one-third of the recorded sayings of Jesus. Yet Juel's insightful study concerning parable scholarship reflects the general consensus that scholars have never reached a unified view concerning the essential nature and purpose of the parable. Some argue about their original form; others cannot agree on thematic arrangement. Estimates that there are at least thirty-one recognized parables listed in the Bible. But perhaps more can be found, if one assumes that the word parable is avoiding usage in one gospel. As part of the "criteria of authenticity," efforts have been made to discover which of the parables might actually be attributed to Jesus.
Rest and Renewal: Embracing the Sabbath in a Busy World
In the fast-paced, demanding world we live in today, finding time for rest and rejuvenation can often seem like a luxury we simply cannot afford. We are constantly bombarded with work responsibilities, social obligations, and various distractions that pull our attention in multiple directions. Yet, amidst the chaos and busyness of life, there is a timeless concept that offers us a profound invitation to pause, reflect, and recharge – the Sabbath.
Understanding the Sabbath
In the Christian tradition, the Sabbath is a sacred day dedicated to rest, worship, and reflection. It is a day set apart from the rest of the week, intended for spiritual rejuvenation and reconnecting with God. The concept of the Sabbath traces back to the creation story in the book of Genesis, where God rested on the seventh day after completing His work of creation. He then blessed and consecrated the seventh day, setting it apart as a day of rest (Genesis 2:2-3).
La parábola de la separación de las ovejas y las cabras, descrita en Mateo 25:31-46, es una de las enseñanzas más impactantes y cruciales de Jesucristo acerca del juicio final. En este relato, Jesús nos ofrece una visión clara y directa de cómo será el juicio de todas las naciones al final de los tiempos. La importancia de esta enseñanza radica no solo en su contenido, sino también en las profundas implicaciones que tiene para nuestra vida diaria y nuestra relación con Dios y con los demás.
En Mateo 25:31-46, Jesús dice:
"Cuando el Hijo del Hombre venga en su gloria, y todos los ángeles con él, entonces se sentará en su trono glorioso. Y serán reunidas delante de él todas las naciones; y apartará los unos de los otros, como aparta el pastor las ovejas de los cabritos. Y pondrá las ovejas a su derecha, y los cabritos a su izquierda."
Esta escena apocalíptica nos presenta a Cristo como el juez supremo que, en su gloria, separará a la humanidad en dos grupos distintos: las ovejas a su derecha y las cabras a su izquierda. Pero, ¿qué significa esta separación y cuáles son sus criterios?
Overcoming Christian Spiritual Battles and Finding Inner Peace
We face spiritual battles on a personal level in the form of evil thoughts. We reject feelings of vengeance, arrogance, anger, and meaningless talking, yet they still come. The thoughts are not the sin; they are sin when they begin to take root. Spiritual battles come from the traditions of men, according to the Bible. To address these evil thoughts, we need to know that the Word of Jesus is the foundation of our spiritual life. It is not good enough to just read the Bible. We need to learn from what we read, live it, and keep Jesus and all that we do in our heart. We determine how "we walk in Christ." In the Law, people walked in the flesh with mandating the do's and don'ts. We no longer live under the Law as believers. This means we live in freedom from punishment, and we continue walking in Christ. In doing so, we no longer carelessly look toward the thoughts of the flesh. Our care is to unconditionally love all around us, leading people to Jesus, setting our sights on things that add to our ability to show the people of the earth the light.
Bienvenidos a Voz en el Desierto, el podcast que te acompaña en tu caminar espiritual y te brinda palabras de aliento y reflexión en medio de la aridez de la vida! Hoy nos sumergimos en un tema fundamental para la fe cristiana: la Gran Comisión. Esta enseñanza, dada por Jesús a sus discípulos, nos invita a salir de nuestra zona de confort y llevar el mensaje del Evangelio a todas las naciones. Acompáñenme en este viaje de descubrimiento y reflexión sobre qué significa realmente la Gran Comisión y cómo podemos vivirla en nuestra vida diaria.
La Gran Comisión se encuentra en el Evangelio de Mateo, capítulo 28, versículos 18 al 20, donde Jesús dice a sus discípulos: "Toda autoridad me ha sido dada en el cielo y en la tierra. Por tanto, vayan y hagan discípulos de todas las naciones, bautizándolos en el nombre del Padre y del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo, enseñándoles a cumplir todo lo que les he mandado. Y les aseguro que estaré con ustedes siempre, hasta el fin del mundo".
En estas palabras, Jesús encomienda a sus seguidores la misión de difundir el mensaje del Evangelio a todos los rincones del mundo, haciendo discípulos y enseñando a obedecer sus mandamientos. La Gran Comisión es, por lo tanto, una invitación a ser testigos de Cristo en todas partes, a compartir el amor de Dios con aquellos que lo necesitan y a llevar la luz de la verdad a un mundo oscuro y necesitado de esperanza.
The concept of Armageddon is related to military struggles, to the place of the great battle and wickedness, and is mentioned in the book of Revelation. This passage has its final fulfillment not in physical terms, but in the spiritual era when the true believers stand in their positions. This publication deals with the concept of Armageddon and is summarized in three headings, which indicate where, how, and when Armageddon takes place and what its consequences will be. The three aspects are deeply intertwined with each other. It is the site, the manner, and the period in which this event takes place that the author intends to provide material for analysis.
The word "Armageddon" is derived from Hebrew, and the original Greek script has the term "Harmagedon." The word has given origin to the mystique with which countries of the world always use terms like the "Third World War" and portray their physical-political viewpoints about last world events. Palestine (Israel) is the place where the Valley of Armageddon is located. Brother Branham indicated that it is about a 14-hour walk and a day's journey from Jerusalem to this Valley. Its first mention is in the passage of Judges 5:19. This text is related to the victory of Barak and Deborah over King Jabin of Canaan and his general Sisera.
The Hebrew term, Har Megiddô, denotes the towering hill about fifty miles north of Jerusalem upon which the fortress of Megiddo was built. There, toward the end of the second millennium, Thutmoses III won a major victory which climaxed his campaign against Palestinian Amorites. Fifteen centuries later, in 609 B.C., Pharaoh Necho II, returning to Egypt after assisting Syria in repelling aggressive Babylon, pursued some remnant of Judah's force under King Josiah which sought refuge behind these walls. According to the account in Second Chronicles, the king was slain, and his body was transported back to Jerusalem for burial.
It is first of all important to understand just what Armageddon is. The term "Armageddon" comes to us from the Book of Revelation, itself at the end of the New Testament. It is presented in descriptive purport as a prelude to that supreme finale in which God's righteous rule is asserted upon the earth as it is in Heaven and an eternity is ushered in of happiness and peace for the remaining ones of mankind.
However, anybody who reflects on our world as an enduring totality of time and space is now increasingly faced with the thought that the destiny of that world is evil. More prosaically, we are all agreed, including the secular humanists, that we have to do something about it, but the fact that the problem is now perceived in a secularized manner does not make it any more tractable. The earlier belief that the notion of a beneficent God, who will ultimately bring about the final victory of His will, could give a total and an acceptable answer and provoke a total and unambiguous belief, has disappeared. It is a question of very fundamental importance to note that this traditional belief, in the clarification of which an understanding of the notion of Armageddon is crucial, will continue to lose ground.
In terms of cultural and historical significance, the notion of Armageddon is of a very different order from the more or less forgotten notions of devil and hell. Today we are seldom, if ever, agitated by the thought that at our death - and as far as life's duration goes, we are already amidst the children of eternity - one of us might go to hell. In fact, the concept of the omnipowerful, omniscient, all-knowing, and therefore necessarily benevolent God who might sentence some of his creatures to unremitting punishment for eternity seems now utterly alien to us.
The name "Armageddon" is not difficult to explain. The concluding verses of the 16th chapter give us a description of the Kingdom of the Beast and of the circumstances that lead it to provoke the intervention of Christ Jesus. Three unclean spirits, it would seem to be, two Beasts and a False Prophet, work miracles, induce the kings of the earth to assemble at a place with a Hebrew name, Har-Megiddon, after which they go forth to gather the kings of the whole world for the final battle. The name this refers to, as most Biblical commentators insist, is the plain of Esdraelon, which has formed throughout the course of the Iron Age the easiest communications route from north to south, and is thus of direct concern to the inheritors of the ancient Empires of Egypt, Assyria, Babylon, Persia, of each of which Megiddo was at times the key fortress. It was a suitable location, in other words, for all the varied and Leviathanic opponents of the Israel of God, as it will be for all the varied and Leviathanic enemies of the Church. Other explanations are merely ingenious and unrelated to the events that serve as the background of the final apocalyptic catastrophe.
The first mention of Armageddon in the Bible is in the 16th chapter of the Apocalypse or Revelation. The last of the series of seven Vial-plagues that bring to an end the reign of the Antichrist, who has shown himself both as against and in place of Christ Jesus, is poured on the air by an Angel, and a Voice from the Temple in Heaven proclaims: "It is done." In Biblical language, there is no hint of resignation or despair in such a declaration, but rather of achievement, with possibly overtones of relief. The Vial-plagues have brought to an end the trials and persecutions of the Faithful. The reign of the counter-Christ has been terminated, and in the brief but horrifying description that follows, we learn how the final defeat of the powers of darkness is accomplished.
It may indeed be concluded that the notion of an 'end of the age' was central to the anonymity of the apostolic teaching preached during the A.D. in a church which seemed to be already convinced that it was living in 'the Last Time'. In 2 Thessalonians, the apostle Paul justified his own unwarranted zeal (genuine enthusiasm, as Blaise Pascal was to say) on the grounds that the end of time was a phenomenon yet to make its initial appearance.
What this means is that he alone perfectly embodies the complex notion and the rigorous accompanying demands of divine love, and thereby fulfills the pledge of everlasting divine rule (victory for God's righteousness) by the fostering of peace which he alone can establish between God and his creation. When it comes to the manner of this realization, not all of the New Testament books offer a perspective which is exactly at one. Harnack observed that the apostle Paul, in common with all of his listeners, expected the literal earlier end of the world.
Revelation is the twenty-seventh book in the New Testament, although not the final one in the sequence of its date of origin. (2 Peter officially occupies that position.) As far as 'authorship' is concerned, it is to be included among the books in the New Testament about which there may be a query, if only because on both the Hebrew and the Christian models of prophecy, nearly everything found in it is just not to be discovered elsewhere throughout the rest of the book. "To Christ Jesus alone belong all splendor and power. May it be to him for all time," we are told in the closing verses of the twenty-seventh chapter of Revelations, and this glorious refrain seems to me to summarize the matter to the satisfaction of all.
At times, the prophets are given personal experiences that illustrate this final victory of righteousness over evil. Other times, the prophets or the psalmists use a myriad of expressive and compelling literary forms to present this deep-felt belief in the ultimate triumph. These writers give various prophecies to portray this incredible victory. The writings of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Joel, Zechariah, Malachi, and the Psalms are spiritual dynamite. Their prophecies of things to come are profound. They minister to the deep, hidden psychic needs of men across the ages yet to come. Even Jesus was not exempt from quoting from many of these Old Testament prophecies. We are told He made reference not only to individuals but also to the great and dramatic events that were yet to come. With only a partial fulfillment, we would do well to carefully note these prophecies contained in both the Old and the New Testaments.
Beginning in the Old Testament, a rich vein of scripture exists that refers to the concept of Armageddon. This scripture portrays a time of final destruction of the forces of evil the world over - righteousness in the final battle between good and evil. The ultimate victory of God's righteousness seems to have always been an integral part of the Judaic teachings, just as it is part of the Christian faith today. From the earliest writings, this concept is put forward, passed on to sons and daughters across centuries, and thoughtfully expounded.
Turning to Islam, it is plain from the Qur'an that close affinities, and, to some extent, an overlapping of ideas exist with both Christianity and Judaism, but if one considers the concept of Armageddon specifically, it is observable that in the Muslim Rashidun and Umayyad rents eschatological speculation was unimportant due to conquests of territory, and that Muhammad's teachings, insofar as their details can still be ascertained, contained relatively little about a great end-time battle at all.
Although this book is concerned with the term "Armageddon" in the Christian tradition alone, it might be enriching to cast a brief eye across the beliefs of other religions and to determine if a process of heterogenization in the interpretation of that term was to be witnessed. Christianity, just one religion among numerous others capable of having differing eschatologies, roots itself first in Judaism whose eschatological literature covers virtually the whole period of its writing. Cognate concepts can be seen adumbrated in Isaiah and taken up into the Christian tradition: within the Jewish tradition we can note once again that, at the same time, differences thrived, for example between the Pharisees and the Sadducees.
There’s a doctrine around called the Universal Fatherhood of God and the Universal Brotherhood of Man: It says this—that God is the Father of all, and we’re all brothers. That sounds good, that sounds so sweet, but there’s one thing wrong with it. It’s not so. He is the Creator of all of us.
And in the broadest sense, with a stretch of the word, you could call Him the Father, but not in the spiritual sense. Not all people are children of God; only those who are born into His family. Jesus said in John 8:44 when He was speaking to the Pharisees, “You are of your father, the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do . . .”
In this world, there are some who are children of God and there are some who are sons and daughters of the devil. We don’t become God’s child until we’re born into God’s family. In John 1:12 we read: “But as many as received him [Jesus], to them gave he the power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.” Here’s another verse: “For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus” (Gal. 3:26). God becomes our Father by conception, therefore, and not by creation.
The Rise of a One-World Government and Its Consequences for the Christian Community
From a careful study of what the Bible says about the end times events, we have found six broad categories directly related to this topic. Each of these is significant in its own context, for the Christian community at least: (1) a one-world government is eventually to be established; (2) after a great war, there will be a need to heal and rebuild; (3) all the world's leaders will agree that the greater good will be served by all humanity becoming part of a one-world political system; (4) at first, the followers of Jesus, acknowledging the necessity of such a system, will support it; (5) once established, however, it will be co-opted by rulers intent upon gaining god-like power; (6) finally, the one-world government gives rise to Satan-inspired deceivers, leading unconverted people and many members within the Christian community. These servants of Satan, with the blasphemous name, are granted authority over every tribe, people, language, and nation.
In our text, St. Peter refers to the return of Christ no fewer than five times (to say nothing of allusions or references to it elsewhere in those one and one-half chapters). This is the Apostle who is so strong on grace and life (a life which is a matter of relationship with God), that many have accused him of not caring about good works. Not at all. Peter knows that the behavior of Christians does not save them, but must be worked on, nurtured, strengthened, encouraged. The Christian life is to find the Him who is our way back to the Father, and to grow in appreciation of Him, in Christ.
In giving us a life to live, God knows we need the motivation to live this life well. He knows that we need the motivation to live by grace through faith. He knows that we need it because we are so prone to think that if we are going to get what we are promised, we need to earn it. In His Word, God graciously and helpfully sets before us many motives to live new lives in Christ. And among the most motivating of them is the return of Christ, the Return Motive.
We know who God is not because any of us was smart enough to figure Him out, but because out of His own love, grace, and mercy He has spoken to us. Moses says this explicitly in Deuteronomy 4:32: “To you it was shown, that you might know that the Lord is God; there is no other besides him.” The Israelites would not have known God at all unless He had spoken to them. This is the miracle of revelation, and I fear that we give this doctrine inadequate attention in our churches through our teaching and preaching. Instead of recognizing God’s speaking to us in Scripture as a miracle of grace, we treat it as of little account. Instead of preaching the Word of God, we preach pop psychology and culture, or we tell compelling stories.
In Deuteronomy 4:10–19, Moses makes clear to the people of Israel that their very lives depended on hearing and obeying God’s Word:
On the day that you stood before the Lord your God at Horeb, the Lord said to me, “Gather the people to me, that I may let them hear my words, so that they may learn to fear me all the days that they live on the earth, and that they may teach their children so.” And you came near and stood at the foot of the mountain, while the mountain burned with fire to the heart of heaven, wrapped in darkness, cloud, and gloom. Then the Lord spoke to you out of the midst of the fire. You heard the sound of words, but saw no form; there was only a voice. And he declared to you his covenant, which he commanded you to perform, that is, the Ten Commandments, and he wrote them on two tablets of stone. And the Lord commanded me at that time to teach you statutes and rules, that you might do them in the land that you are going over to possess.
One of the hallmarks of our time is that we face a crisis of preaching. Indeed it would be an exercise in self-delusion if we tried to pretend that nothing is wrong with the preaching that happens in most evangelical churches. Let me ask some honest and difficult questions: If you picked an evangelical church at random and attended a Sunday morning service there, how likely is it that you would hear a faithful expository sermon, one that takes its message and its structure from the biblical text? If you answer that question honestly, you’ll admit that your expectation would not be very high. Further, do you believe that as time passes it is becoming more likely or less likely that you would hear an expository message in that random church?
I am convinced that we add to the confusion by discussing expository preaching as merely one kind of preaching—or even the best kind. When we fall into that pattern, we do serious injury to the scriptural vision of preaching. Let’s be clear. According to the Bible, exposition is preaching. And preaching is exposition.
Nuestra era actual está marcada por una crisis en la predicación. Sería un error ignorar los problemas presentes en la predicación encontrada en la mayoría de las iglesias evangélicas. Considera esto: si eligieras al azar una iglesia evangélica y asistieras a un servicio de domingo por la mañana, ¿qué tan probable es que escucharas un sermón expositivo fiel derivado del texto bíblico? Es probable que tus expectativas no fueran muy altas. La realidad es que la predicación, según la Biblia, es sinónimo de exposición.
Desafortunadamente, muchos predicadores y congregaciones etiquetan erróneamente otras formas de predicación como expositivas, cuando en realidad pueden no estar alineadas con la visión escritural de la predicación. La narración de historias, las preocupaciones terapéuticas y la promoción de la autoimportancia se han infiltrado en muchos púlpitos, difuminando la fuerza declarativa de la Escritura y priorizando consideraciones temáticas sobre la forma textual de la Biblia.
The Significance of Armageddon in Christian Beliefs In the realm of Christian beliefs, few topics garner as much attention and fascination as the concept of Armageddon. The mere mention of this apocalyptic event evokes a sense of awe and anticipation among believers. In this subchapter, we delve into the significance of Armageddon in Christian beliefs, exploring its prophetic origins, symbolism, and its impact on the faithful.
Armageddon, as described in the book of Revelation, is the final battle between the forces of good and evil. It is the ultimate showdown between the righteous and the wicked, culminating in the triumphant return of Jesus Christ. Christian believers hold this event to be of paramount importance, as it represents the ultimate fulfillment of God's plan for humanity.
The significance of Armageddon lies not only in its prophetic nature but also in its symbolic representation. It serves as a reminder of the eternal struggle between righteousness and sin, light and darkness. Armageddon embodies the ultimate victory of God's righteousness over the forces of evil, bringing about the restoration of a perfect and just world.
Title: The Guiding Light in the Desert: Understanding the Role of the Holy Spirit in the End Times
In the vast expanse of the desert, where solitude stretches infinitely and silence reigns supreme, there echoes a voice that transcends time and space. It speaks of a divine presence that dwells within, guiding and illuminating the way through the trials and tribulations of the end times. This voice is none other than the whisper of the Holy Spirit, a beacon of hope and salvation amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the world.
As we navigate the complexities of the end times, it becomes imperative to understand the pivotal role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and empowering believers to walk in the path of righteousness. The Holy Spirit, often referred to as the Comforter or Advocate, is the divine presence of God that dwells within each believer, offering guidance, wisdom, and strength in times of need.
Título: Revelando el Papel de los Ángeles en los Últimos Tiempos
Introducción
En el ámbito de las creencias espirituales y las interpretaciones proféticas, el papel de los ángeles en los últimos tiempos ocupa un lugar significativo. Se cree que los ángeles son seres sobrenaturales que sirven como mensajeros de Dios, protectores de los fieles y ejecutores de la justicia divina. A lo largo de textos religiosos y tradiciones, la presencia y acciones de los ángeles desempeñan un papel crucial en la configuración de la batalla cósmica entre el bien y el mal, especialmente durante el período apocalíptico conocido como los últimos tiempos. En este episodio de podcast, exploraremos el papel multifacético de los ángeles en las narrativas escatológicas y discutiremos su importancia en el contexto más amplio del cumplimiento último de los propósitos divinos.
Title: Unveiling the Role of Angels in the End Times
Introduction
In the realm of spiritual beliefs and prophetic interpretations, the role of angels in the end times holds a significant place. Angels are supernatural beings believed to serve as messengers of God, protectors of the faithful, and enforcers of divine justice. Throughout religious texts and traditions, the presence and actions of angels play a crucial role in shaping the cosmic battle between good and evil, particularly during the apocalyptic period known as the end times. In this podcast episode, we will explore the multifaceted role of angels in the eschatological narratives and discuss their significance in the broader context of the ultimate fulfillment of divine purposes.
LO PROHIBIDO Y LO INVITADO
Juan 7:32 al 39
En esta gran fiesta del templo, Jesús lloró dos veces. La primera fue el llanto de reprimenda (Juan 7:28), la segunda fue el llanto de compasión y piedad (Juan 7:37). Para ellos, al igual que para muchos ahora, Jesucristo era un gran misterio. Lo conocían, pero no lo conocían. No podían conciliar al "hijo del carpintero" con el Hijo de Dios. Sin embargo, Jesús declara valientemente su relación única con el Padre, y el propósito de su venida al mundo (Juan 7:29). Fue a esos "oficiales" enviados por los fariseos y los principales sacerdotes para llevarlo, a quienes se les hizo esta declaración dura y penetrante, que podríamos llamar:
- LA PROHIBICIÓN
"Me buscaréis, y no me hallaréis; y a donde yo estaré, vosotros no podréis venir" (Juan 7:34). No dijo aquí, "A donde yo vaya, vosotros no podréis venir", sino "A donde yo estaré, vosotros no podréis venir". Esto no podía referirse a su presencia física, ya que estaban ahora juntos dentro de los límites del templo, sino a su actitud moral y espiritual hacia el Padre. Aquí surgen dos preguntas: (1) ¿Dónde estaba Jesús que no podían ir; y (2) ¿Cómo no podían ir a donde estaba él?
I AND MY FATHER
John 5:17-43
The Gospel of John is the "Holy of Holies" in the tabernacle of the New Testament. John could no more invent the things taught in this book than he could make a ladder that would reach unto Heaven. John's Gospel is the Gospel of "the Father and the Son," or the Son's relationship to the Father. With the exception of Matthew 11:27, this great theme is almost never touched by the other evangelists. This is "holy ground." Let us approach it, as it were, with humble and unshod feet. From Christ's own lips we learn that:
- HE WAS LOVED BY THE FATHER
"The Father loveth the Son, and sheweth Him all things that Himself doeth" (John 5:20). One of the proofs of this love is that He "sheweth Him all things that Himself doeth." The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into His hand (John 3:35). It is the manner of our gracious God to manifest His love by giving (John 3:16).
FAITH: NATURE AND REWARD
John 4 46 54
Some of God's brightest blessings come to us clothed in the dark weeds of mourning. If this nobleman's heart had not been moved through the sickness of his son, he never would have known the healing power of Jesus Christ through faith. Blessed is that sorrow which constrains us to go believingly to the Son of God.
- AN EARNEST REQUEST
"When he heard that Jesus was come... he went and besought Him that He would come down and heal his son" (John 4:47). He heard, he went, he besought. This is the workings of an honest heart. His request that Christ would "come down" shows faith in the power of His presence, but perhaps a lack of faith in His promise. The Lord would teach the nobleman and us that His Word is as good as Himself. "The words that I speak unto you are spirit and life." They have the same character as He Himself.
John 4:1-30
"He must needs go through Samaria." There was a must needs for every word Christ spoke, and for every act that He did. Those Jews, which had "no dealings with the Samaritans," usually avoided going through Samaria when journeying from Judea to Galilee; but Christ's love for sinners constrained Him to go that way. He lived not to please Himself, but to seek and to save the lost. In this He has left us an example that we should follow His steps. Meanwhile let us center our thoughts on the woman. See her as:
- A FLAGRANT SINNER
It is quite clear from John 4:18 that this woman lived in a condition of shameless immorality. She seems to have been the chief among this class of sinners. But Jesus knew when and where to find her. It is no mere coincidence to come into contact with the Son of God. He knows the way that we take.
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John 3:2
We take Nicodemus as one of the best specimens of "religious humanity"; educated, moral, of high position and culture; a strict observer of religious rites, and seasons, and ordinances; a "ruler of the Jews," a "master of Israel," and a believer in Israel's promised Messiah.
He ought to have fully known the Messiah's errand, and to have recognized Him at once when He came. But even Nicodemus, this well-instructed religious ruler and master, one of the leaders of the straightest sect, fails to understand Him.
Does Failure and frustration seem to be your lot in life? Is your life characterized by continual setbacks and misfortune, missed opportunities, bad luck? Does it appear as though no matter what you do in life, you cannot seem to obtain the blessings of the Lord? Well let me tell you that you my just be bonded by a curse that is demonic and has been around for ages. You might think I'm out of my mind. However , there are things in the Bible that points to the demise of our country and of ourselves and loved one. Let us not be fooled for if we believe in Christ we have to also acknowledge the existence of satan. Since satan is the prince of air on this earth and he is not omnipresent or omnipotent that means he needs soldiers in his army because he cannot be everywhere at once or fight everyone at once. So when Lucifer the angel of light was thrown out of Heaven because he wanted to be like God and during that revolt many angels that were on his side they were expelled along with their ring leader down to the lowest depths of earth. So, from the moment Lucifer meaning angel of light was expelled so was also his name changed to satan meaning adversary. So satan since being expelled has had ages of practice in setting up his army and it does have structure like mayor demons minor demons but nevertheless they are demons. I want to bring to you attention one of satans major demon. Many of the curses that can affect a person's life come as a result of one of the most wicked and vile spirits in the kingdom of darkness-the spirit of belial. You might be saying where am I getting all this from but before I tell that. I must say that churches are falling church are failing church are deviating from the real sword the Bible. That's why our schools where our children attend have become war zones for their very souls ever since we took prayer out of our schools. Our social degradation as a people, individual as a nation has become so corrupt because it has turned its back on God. We have take the Ten Commandments out of our Judicial system. Our nation was created by God and to God we have to return. But we have to play our role as a true believer of Christ to ensure that happens.
An Exegetical Study of Romans 8:31
- Introduction to the Book of Romans
These difficulties reached a climax when the Emperor Claudius expelled the Jews from Rome in 49 AD. The expulsion of the Jews disrupted the Christian organization in Rome. The Gentile Christians took over the leadership of the Church. When the Jews returned, synagogue worship spilled over into the Christian Church. The Jewish and Gentile Christians refused to recognize the leadership of each other, so the Church was in disarray when Paul wrote the book of Romans from Corinth.
The book was written in 57 AD. The church of Rome had been in existence for twenty-five years before the book was written. However, the church of Rome faced some difficulties. The Jews of Rome did not accept Christianity, so the church was made up mostly of Gentiles. Differences, tension, and some prejudice developed between the Jewish Christians and the Gentile Christians.
The book of Romans was written by the Apostle Paul to a group of Christians in Rome. It consists of sixteen chapters and is an epistle. This book makes a very sophisticated, thorough, and coherent presentation of the gospel, salvation, and the role of sanctification in the life of the believer.
The Book of Romans, the sixth book of the New Testament, is an important book in today's world. It has proven to be the most influential and dominant book of the New Testament since the writings of Irenaeus. It also holds a position of importance in the Church. It is the foundation of the Protestant Reformation.
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Embracing the New Self: A Transformative Journey through Colossians 3:1-17
In the vast expanse of the desert, where the scorching sun beats down on the land and the wind whispers ancient secrets, a lone voice echoes through the dunes. This is the Voice in the Desert, guided by the gentle yet commanding presence of host Cesar, as they explore the profound teachings of Colossians 3:1-17.
Welcome to A Voice in the Desert, I'm your host César. Today, we will be diving into Romans 15:14–21, where Paul talks about his role as a minister to the Gentiles.
In this passage, Paul starts off by commending the believers in Rome, acknowledging their goodness, knowledge, and ability to instruct one another. However, he also mentions that he is writing to them boldly as a reminder of the grace given to him by God. Paul sees himself as a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles, serving in the priestly role of spreading the gospel of God.
Paul's ministry to the Gentiles was not in vain, as he mentions that through the power of signs, wonders, and the Spirit of God, he was able to bring the Gentiles to obedience. He emphasizes that his work was not in his own strength, but rather through what Christ had accomplished through him. Paul's ambition was to preach the gospel where Christ was not yet known, in order to fulfill his ministry of spreading the message of Christ.
As Paul quotes from the Old Testament in verse 21, "Those who have never been told of him will see, and those who have never heard will understand," we see his passion for reaching those who have not yet heard the gospel. This reflects the heart of God, who desires for all people to come to know Him and be saved.
Paul's ministry to the Gentiles serves as an example for us today. We are called to be ministers of Christ, spreading the good news of salvation to those who have not yet heard. Just like Paul, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to carry out this mission, knowing that it is not by our own strength but by the grace of God.
As we reflect on Paul's words in Romans 15:14–21, let us be encouraged to boldly proclaim the gospel to those around us. Let us be filled with the same passion and ambition that drove Paul to reach the lost, knowing that God is at work in and through us to bring salvation to all who will hear.
Thank you for joining me on this episode of A Voice in the Desert. Tune in next time as we continue to explore the Word of God and its relevance to our lives today. Remember, you are a minister of Christ, called to spread the gospel to the ends of the earth. God bless.
Welcome to the A Voice in the Desert podcast, where we dive deep into spiritual and thought-provoking topics to explore the mysteries of faith and the teachings of the Bible. In today's episode, we will be discussing what it will be like to be in eternity with God according to the Bible.
The concept of eternity with God is a central theme in Christian theology, and it is described in various ways throughout the Bible. It is a topic that has fascinated believers for centuries, as we try to grasp the unfathomable nature of spending eternity in the presence of the Almighty.
One of the most well-known passages that speaks to this idea is found in the book of Revelation. In Revelation 21:3-4, we read, "And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, 'Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.'"
This passage paints a vivid picture of what it will be like to be in eternity with God - a place of comfort, peace, and joy where all suffering and pain will be no more. It speaks to the idea of being in perfect communion with God, where He will be our constant companion and source of strength and comfort.
Another passage that sheds light on the concept of eternity with God is found in 1 Corinthians 2:9, which says, "But, as it is written, 'What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him.'"
This verse emphasizes the unimaginable nature of what awaits those who love God and seek to be in His presence for eternity. It speaks to the idea that our human minds cannot fully comprehend the wonders and beauty that God has in store for us in the afterlife.
In addition to these passages, the Bible also describes eternity with God as a place of worship and praise. In Revelation 4:8-11, we read about the heavenly creatures and elders who constantly worship and glorify God, saying, "Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!"
This imagery of worship and praise paints a picture of a place where we will be able to fully express our love and devotion to God in a way that we cannot fully comprehend in our current earthly existence. It speaks to the idea that eternity with God will be a place of unending joy and fulfillment as we worship and glorify Him for all eternity.
Overall, the Bible paints a beautiful and awe-inspiring picture of what it will be like to be in eternity with God. It speaks to the idea of a place of perfect peace, joy, and fulfillment where all suffering and pain will be no more. It describes a place where we will be in perfect communion with God, worshiping and praising Him for all eternity.
As we reflect on these passages and meditate on the idea of eternity with God, let us be filled with hope and anticipation for the glorious future that awaits us in His presence. May we continue to seek Him with all our hearts and live our lives in a way that honors and glorifies Him, knowing that one day we will be in His presence for all eternity. Thank you for joining us on this episode of the A Voice in the Desert podcast. Stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions on faith and spirituality.
In addition to the descriptions of eternity with God found in the Bible, there are also various interpretations and perspectives from theologians and scholars throughout history that offer further insights into this profound topic.
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El reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra
Bienvenidos a nuestro podcast de hoy, queridos oyentes. En el día de hoy, vamos a hablar sobre un tema muy importante y fascinante: el reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra. Como ministro cristiano, es un honor poder compartir con ustedes la esperanza y la promesa de un futuro glorioso que nos aguarda.
Para muchos creyentes, la idea del reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra es un tema de gran interés y debate. ¿Qué significa exactamente este concepto? ¿Cómo se relaciona con las profecías bíblicas y qué significado tiene para nosotros como creyentes?
En primer lugar, es importante entender que la idea del reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra se basa en las Escrituras, específicamente en el libro de Apocalipsis. En el capítulo 20, versículos 1 al 6, se nos habla de un período de mil años en el cual Cristo reinará en la tierra junto con los creyentes fieles. Durante este tiempo, Satanás será encadenado y no podrá ejercer su influencia en el mundo.
Este período de mil años se conoce como el Milenio y se considera un tiempo de paz, justicia y bendición para la humanidad. Durante este tiempo, Cristo gobernará con autoridad y justicia, estableciendo su reino en la tierra y restaurando la creación a su estado original de perfección.
La idea del reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra ha sido objeto de interpretaciones diversas a lo largo de la historia de la iglesia. Algunos creen que este período será literal y físico, mientras que otros lo interpretan de manera simbólica o espiritual. Independientemente de la interpretación que uno adopte, lo importante es recordar que el Milenio es una promesa de Dios para sus hijos y una esperanza que debemos aferrarnos con fe y confianza.
En el libro de Isaías, capítulo 2, versículo 4, se nos dice que en los últimos días, las naciones vendrán al monte del Señor para aprender sus caminos y vivir en paz. Este pasaje nos habla de la visión de un mundo en el cual la justicia y la paz reinen supremas, donde las espadas se conviertan en arados y las lanzas en podaderas. Es la visión de un mundo transformado por el amor y la gracia de Dios, donde todas las naciones vivirán en armonía y unidad.
Como creyentes, debemos prepararnos para el reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra viviendo vidas santas y justas, compartiendo el evangelio de salvación con aquellos que nos rodean y buscando la paz y la reconciliación en todas nuestras relaciones. Debemos recordar que nuestra esperanza no está en este mundo, sino en el reino eterno de Dios que está por venir.
En el libro de Apocalipsis, capítulo 21, versículo 4, se nos promete que en el nuevo cielo y la nueva tierra, Dios enjugará toda lágrima de nuestros ojos y no habrá más muerte, ni llanto, ni clamor, ni dolor. Esta es la esperanza que debemos aferrarnos con firmeza, sabiendo que la victoria final ya ha sido ganada por Cristo en la cruz.
El reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra es una promesa maravillosa y gloriosa que nos aguarda como creyentes. Es la esperanza de un mundo transformado por el amor y la gracia de Dios, donde reinen la justicia y la paz. Como ministerio cristiano, es nuestro deber compartir esta esperanza con el mundo y vivir vidas que reflejen la gloria de Dios en todo lo que hacemos.
Queridos oyentes, en nuestra reflexión sobre el reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra, es importante recordar que este período no solo traerá paz y justicia a la humanidad, sino que también será un tiempo de restauración y renovación completa de la creación. En el libro de Apocalipsis, capítulo 21, versículos 1 al 5, se nos habla de un nuevo cielo y una nueva tierra, donde no habrá más mar, ni muerte, ni dolor, ni llanto, ni lamento, porque todas las cosas antiguas habrán pasado.
Esta visión de un mundo nuevo y restaurado es una promesa de esperanza y redención para todos los creyentes. Nos recuerda que, a pesar de las dificultades y tribulaciones que enfrentamos en este mundo, hay un futuro glorioso aguardándonos en la presencia de Dios. Es una promesa de que un día todas las injusticias serán corregidas, todas las lágrimas serán enjugadas y todo será restaurado a su estado original de perfección.
El reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra es también una llamada a la acción para nosotros como creyentes. Debemos prepararnos y estar listos para el regreso de Cristo, viviendo vidas santas y justas que reflejen su amor y gracia en todo lo que hacemos. Debemos ser vigilantes y orar sin cesar, esperando con ansias el día en que nuestro Señor regrese para establecer su reino en la tierra.
En el libro de Mateo, capítulo 24, versículos 42 al 44, Jesús nos advierte que debemos estar preparados, porque el Hijo del Hombre vendrá en un momento que no sabemos. Por lo tanto, debemos estar vigilantes y atentos, viviendo vidas que estén en línea con la voluntad de Dios y compartiendo su mensaje de salvación con todos aquellos que nos rodean.
En conclusión, el reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra es una promesa de esperanza y redención para todos los creyentes. Es la promesa de un mundo nuevo y restaurado, donde reinen la paz, la justicia y el amor de Dios. Como ministros cristianos, es nuestro deber compartir esta esperanza con el mundo y vivir vidas que reflejen la realidad del reinado de Cristo en nuestras vidas.
Gracias por acompañarnos en este podcast de hoy. Que la esperanza del reinado de mil años de Cristo en la tierra nos llene de gozo y nos inspire a vivir vidas que honren y glorifiquen a nuestro Señor. ¡Que Dios les bendiga abundantemente! ¡Hasta la próxima!
Mi nombre es Cesar y soy una voz en el desierto.
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Introducción: En el libro de Romanos, capítulo 8, versículo 18, el apóstol Pablo escribe: "Pues considero que los sufrimientos de este tiempo presente no son dignos de ser comparados con la gloria que en nosotros ha de ser revelada". Este poderoso versículo encapsula la esencia de la esperanza y la perspectiva eterna que los cristianos están llamados a abrazar. En este mensaje, profundizaremos en el significado profundo detrás de Romanos 8:18, explorando su relevancia en nuestras vidas y su poder transformador.
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Comprendiendo el Contexto: Para comprender completamente la importancia de Romanos 8:18, es crucial entender el contexto en el cual Pablo escribió estas palabras. El apóstol Pablo no era ajeno al sufrimiento, habiendo soportado persecución, encarcelamiento y numerosas dificultades a lo largo de su ministerio. A pesar de estos desafíos, él mostró consistentemente una fe inquebrantable y una esperanza inquebrantable en las promesas de Dios.
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Los Sufrimientos Presentes: Pablo reconoce la realidad del sufrimiento en nuestras vidas. Ya sea dolor físico, turbulencia emocional o batallas espirituales, el sufrimiento es una parte inevitable de la experiencia humana. Sin embargo, Pablo nos anima a reconocer que nuestros sufrimientos presentes, por intensos o abrumadores que sean, palidecen en comparación con la gloria que nos espera.
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La Gloria que Será Revelada: La gloria a la que se refiere Pablo es la esperanza futura de la vida eterna con Dios. Es una esperanza que trasciende nuestras circunstancias actuales y ofrece una perspectiva que va más allá de lo temporal. Esta gloria no solo es la promesa del cielo, sino también la transformación de todo nuestro ser, donde seremos completamente restaurados y unidos con Cristo.
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El Valor Inmenso: La declaración de Pablo de que nuestros sufrimientos presentes no son dignos de ser comparados con la gloria que será revelada resalta el valor inmenso de nuestra esperanza futura. Nos recuerda que no importa cuán difícil sea nuestra situación actual, es temporal e insignificante en comparación con la alegría y la paz eternas que nos esperan.
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El Poder de la Perspectiva: Romanos 8:18 nos desafía a cambiar nuestra perspectiva del presente al futuro. Al fijar nuestros ojos en la gloria que será revelada, podemos encontrar fuerza, aliento y resistencia para perseverar a través de las pruebas que enfrentamos. Esta perspectiva eterna nos permite ver nuestros sufrimientos como temporales y fugaces, llevándonos a abrazar la esperanza en lugar de la desesperación.
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El Papel de la Fe: La fe juega un papel crucial en nuestra capacidad para abrazar la esperanza ofrecida en Romanos 8:18. Es a través de la fe que confiamos en las promesas de Dios y creemos que Él está obrando todas las cosas para nuestro bien. La fe nos permite ver más allá de nuestros sufrimientos presentes y aferrarnos a la esperanza de que la gloria de Dios prevalecerá en última instancia.
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Inspiración en la Vida de Pablo: La vida de Pablo sirve como un poderoso ejemplo de alguien que vivió la verdad de Romanos 8:18. A pesar de soportar innumerables dificultades, nunca perdió de vista la esperanza eterna que le esperaba. Su fe inquebrantable y esperanza firme en medio de la adversidad continúan inspirando y alentando a los creyentes en la actualidad.
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Aplicando Romanos 8:18 en Nuestras Vidas: Al reflexionar sobre Romanos 8:18, es esencial considerar cómo podemos aplicar su mensaje a nuestras propias vidas. Podemos comenzar cultivando una perspectiva eterna, recordándonos diariamente que nuestros sufrimientos presentes son temporales y que la gloria de Dios los supera con creces. También podemos buscar fortalecer nuestra fe a través de la oración, el estudio de la Palabra de Dios y rodeándonos de una comunidad de creyentes que puedan animarnos y apoyarnos.
## Conclusión:
Romanos 8:18 contiene un mensaje profundo de esperanza para todos los creyentes. Nos recuerda que nuestros sufrimientos presentes, por difíciles que sean, son insignificantes en comparación con la gloria que será revelada en nosotros. Este versículo nos desafía a cambiar nuestra perspectiva, abrazar una visión eterna y aferrarnos a la esperanza inquebrantable de que las promesas de Dios se cumplirán. Que Romanos 8:18 sirva como un recordatorio constante del poder de la esperanza y el impacto transformador que puede tener en nuestras vidas.
Mi nombre es Cesar y soy Una Voz en el Desierto
The Parables of Jesus in Modern Interpretation
Jesus of Nazareth, a seminal figure in Christian faith, is renowned not just as a spiritual guide and savior but also an unmatched storyteller. Using simple, everyday illustrations, he tackled complex theological and moral conundrums. His parables, varied and compelling tales, have engaged theologians, scholars, and ordinary people for centuries, revealing the multifaceted dimensions of spiritual truth. While their inherent messages endure over time, they possess a dynamic quality that allows for modern interpretation and application to contemporary issues.
Intriguingly, parables were a distinctive hallmark of Jesus's teaching method. Sublime in their simplicity yet profound in their implications, these stories brought forth a transformative approach to understanding spiritual and ethical principles. Remarkably, parables are more than mere allegories or metaphors. In essence, they engage the listener or reader on multiple levels, encouraging introspection, inquiry, and, sometimes, inviting controversy and debate.
The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) constitutes a prime example that remarkably corresponds to modern-day discourses on ethnicity, nationality, and racial harmony. It tells of a man, presumably a Jew, who was assaulted and left half-dead by the roadside. A priest and a Levite, despite being of the same ethnic group and religious lineage, pass by without assisting. It is a Samaritan, viewed with disdain and prejudice by Jews of the time, who stops to help the victim compassionately. This parable invites us, as contemporary readers, to challenge our prejudices and redefine our understanding of 'neighbor'. It underlines the mandate to show mercy across ethnic, national, and social boundaries, a message of utmost relevance in today's era of increasing social fragmentation.
Another compelling tale is the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32), which beautifully encapsulates the concepts of sin, repentance, and divine forgiveness. In this narrative, a younger son squanders his inheritance prematurely, lives a debauched life, and ultimately lands in destitution. Recognizing his misstep, he returns home, prepared to accept the status of a servant. However, his father, filled with mercy, welcomes him warmly and even arranges a celebratory feast. This provokes resentment in the elder son, who had always been obedient. The father gently reminds the elder that all he has is his, while the rejoicing was due to the lost son's return. A modern interpretation could address issues like the tendency to judge others, the apportioning of blame, and the exploration of repentance, grace, and second chances. Moreover, it fosters the discussion on familial relationships and addresses the destructive nature of envy and pride, sentiments exacerbated in the modern world due to the 'highlight reel' culture of social media.
The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3-23) provides a metaphor on disseminating 'the word of the kingdom' and the varied responses it garners. The sower sows seeds on different types of ground: the path, rocky places, thorns, and good soil – each representing a type of listener. Through this parable, we can reflect on how we receive the Word of God in an era overwhelmed with information and knowledge. Are we too distracted or hardened by the complexities and challenges of the modern world to genuinely engage with and act upon those heavenly insights?
Each parable unravels the spiritual truths of our human existence - they provide guidelines on how to navigate life's turbulences faithfully and morally. The Parable of the Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31-32) embodies the power of faith in bringing about change in our individual lives and society. The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Matthew 18:21-35) issues a profound reminder about forgiveness in an age where individuals often harbor resentment and grudges.
In conclusion, while the parables were birthed in a cultural and historical context vastly different from our own, they transcend these boundaries through their timeless wisdom. They act as mirrors, reflecting our societal norms, personal shortcomings, and spiritual struggles. The modern interpretations are countless, each offering renewed perspectives enlightening our understanding of faith, morality, benevolence, humility, perseverance, and love. Indeed, the Parables of Jesus continue to provide a crucial moral and spiritual compass guiding us through today's contemporary world immersed in constant evolution.
CHRIST, THE LIFE AND LIGHT OF MEN John 1:1-5 The Gospel of John has been well called "the Gospel of Eternity," for it is the Gospel of God. John was a specially prepared vessel for this very honorable ministry. He had been from his youth a beloved apostle. "His head had rested on the Lord's breast, he had stood beside the Cross, had witnessed the Ascension, had cherished till her death the Mother of the Lord, had seen the Jewish dispensation closed and the Holy City overthrown, and to him the beatific visions of the Apocalypse had been granted" (Alford Plummer). The great purpose of this Gospel is very fittingly expressed in chapter John 20:31. "These have been written that ye may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing ye may have life in His Name." All the keywords of his Gospel are found in this verse. The opening words of this chapter are among the most profound ever penned by the hand of man. They reveal a three-fold relationship of the Lord Jesus Christ in His: 1. RELATIONSHIP TO GOD He is called the Word, the "Logos." Christ Himself is the uttered speech and thought of God. He is the visible expression of the invisible God. "For the life which was with the Father was manifested unto us" (1 John 1:2). This Word was in the beginning. "The Lord possessed Me in the beginning of His ways...I was daily His delight" (Pro. 8:22-30). The Word was with God. Yes, more, the Word was God. Man's finite mind cannot grasp the mystery of the Trinity, but the devout believer can bow and adore. That He who was in the form of God, and thought it not robbery to be equal with God, should make Himself of no reputation, taking upon Him the form of a servant, and dying on a Cross for the sin of the world, is a mystery of grace that can only be fathomed by the mystery of the Trinity. 2. RELATIONSHIP TO CREATION "All things were made by Him, and without Him was not anything made that was made" (John 1:3). Paul taught the same doctrine, "God... created all things by Jesus Christ" (Eph. 3:9) It pleased God to bring the old creation into being through the instrumentality of His Son; it has also pleased Him that the new creation should be "in Christ Jesus." By Him He made the worlds (Heb. 1:2), and by Him He seeks also to redeem this world lost in sin. He by whom God made all things has also made peace by the Blood of His Cross. The Lord Jesus Christ as the Word of God holds the same position towards the new creation as He did to the old. "Without Him was not anything made." Without Him God did nothing, so without Him we can do nothing. All things were created by Him and for Him, and by Him all things consist or hold together. He is the center and support of all, as well as the Maker. "Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory, and honor, and power; for Thou hast created all things, and for Thy pleasure they are and were created" (Rev. 4:11). If all things were created for His pleasure, surely He shall see of the travail of His soul and be satisfied. 3. RELATIONSHIP TO MEN "In Him was life, and the life was the light of men." Why is the Life spoken of as the light of men, and not of creation? He has made the Light of the material universe, but He is the Light of men. Man is something distinct from and superior to other created things. He is a personality that needs the Divine Personality to meet his every want. "In Him was life." The source of life was in Him, and God, in giving us His Son hath given to us eternal life (1 John 5:11). The life manifested in Christ Jesus is the true light which should lighten every man coming into the world. I am come that they might have life. Christ as the Word of God is that living bread which came down from Heaven, that a man may eat and not die. Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God. Then observe- 1) What this light is – "The life was the light." 2) Where this light shines – "The light shineth in darkness." Christ as the Light did not shine on the darkness of the world, but in the darkness. He was made flesh, and dwelt among us. His own words are, "I am come a light into the world" (John 12:46). The purpose of the light is to overcome the darkness. The center of this darkness is the human heart. The God who commanded light to shine out of darkness is He who hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of God (2 Cor. 4:6). 3) The effect of its shining – "The darkness comprehended it not." Two words are used in the Revised Version-one in the text and the other in the margin- which if taken separately bring out the twofold result of this shining of the true light. (1) The darkness apprehended it not. The darkness of willful unbelief remained unconscious of the dawning of this new day – "they knew not the time of their visitation" (Luke 19:42-44). (2) The darkness overcame it not. Thank God, that in the case of many the darkness of sin and fear was not able to overcome or resist the bright shining of His truth. No matter how dense the darkness is, it cannot in any way overcome the purity or purpose of the light. The light shines on, but men may condemn themselves by loving the darkness rather than the light (John 3:19).
The Sermon on the Mount opens with the Beatitudes, a series of blessings that challenge our conventional understanding of happiness and success. Jesus proclaims, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." In a world that values wealth and power, Jesus calls us to embrace humility and dependence on God.
Key Teaching: The Salt and Light of the World In this section, Jesus uses the metaphors of salt and light to illustrate the transformative power of believers in the world. We are called to be the salt that brings flavor and preservation to society and the light that dispels darkness and reveals truth. As Christians, our lives should bear witness to the love and righteousness of God.
Guidance on Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving Jesus provides practical guidance on spiritual practices such as prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. He emphasizes the importance of sincerity and humility in our acts of devotion. Rather than seeking recognition from others, our focus should be on cultivating a deep and intimate relationship with God.
"The Cyber Witness: Spreading the Gospel in the Digital World" is a groundbreaking ebook that delves into the intersection of technology and faith. In this informative and inspiring work, readers will explore the ways in which modern digital tools and platforms can be used to share the message of the Gospel with a global audience. From social media strategies to online worship services, this ebook provides practical insights and guidance for individuals and organizations looking to leverage the power of the internet for evangelism and outreach. Written in a clear and engaging style, "The Cyber Witness" is a must-read for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of spreading their faith in the digital age.
From Fear to Faith: Overcoming the Dread of Hell is a powerful and transformative book that delves into the deep-rooted fears and anxieties surrounding the concept of hell. The Autho Cesar Castro, takes readers on a journey of self-reflection and introspection, guiding them through the process of confronting and ultimately overcoming their fear of eternal damnation.
Through personal anecdotes, insightful teachings, and practical exercises, Castro offers readers a roadmap for navigating their fears and finding a sense of peace and faith in the midst of uncertainty. With compassion and wisdom, she explores the origins of our fear of hell, the psychological impact it can have on our lives, and offers strategies for shifting our mindset from one of fear to one of faith.
From Fear to Faith is a must-read for anyone struggling with the fear of hell or seeking to deepen their spiritual practice. It is a book that offers hope, healing, and a path towards embracing a more empowered and faith-filled life.
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Introducción:
Como ministro cristiano, encuentro gran alegría en explorar y compartir la sabiduría encontrada en las sagradas escrituras. Un pasaje en particular que resalta es Proverbios 3:21-24. En estos versículos, se nos anima a abrazar la sabiduría con una pasión decidida y confiar en la guía de Dios. Adentrémonos en este mensaje poderoso y descubramos cómo puede impactar positivamente nuestras vidas.
There are only two realms: the heavenly kingdom and the realm of darkness. We acknowledge that God the Father is the supreme ruler and that Christ is seated at His right hand according to the teachings of the Bible:
"If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God."
—COLOSSIANS 3:1, KJV
ucas 4:24 es un versículo clave en el Evangelio de Lucas, el cual nos proporciona una visión profunda y reveladora del ministerio de Jesús. Como ministro cristiano, es mi deber explorar y explicar el significado de este versículo y su relevancia en la fe cristiana. A través del uso de versículos bíblicos y una perspectiva expresiva y profesional, intentaré desentrañar el porqué de este pasaje y su impacto en la comprensión de la misión y el propósito de Jesús.
Throughout history, from the time of Adam, the devil has persistently attempted to lure mankind away from God, enticing them to serve, worship, and adore him. In order to accomplish this, he employs subtle tactics to sow doubt in the minds of leaders, urging them to question God's word and embrace his deceitful lies instead. When God created humanity, He granted them blessings and dominion over all creatures, only placing one commandment before them. The devil, however, cunningly accused God in the presence of Eve, engaging her in an unfruitful argument. This pointless debate eventually led to doubts about God's authority, as Eve and Adam succumbed to their greed and desire for the forbidden fruit, ultimately touching and consuming it.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Today, I come before you as a humble servant of God to reflect upon a profound verse that encapsulates the essence of our Christian faith. John 3:3 states, "Jesus answered him, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.'"
En la segunda carta del apóstol Pablo a su amado discípulo Timoteo, surge una visión profunda de la naturaleza humana. En medio de un mundo lidiando con la decadencia moral, el pasaje encontrado en 2 Timoteo 3:3 (RVR 1960) pinta una imagen vívida de los peligros que enfrenta la humanidad. Como ministro del Evangelio, te invito a unirte a mí en un viaje a través de esta escritura, explorando su contexto histórico, su relevancia en la sociedad actual y sus implicaciones para nuestras vidas como seguidores de Cristo.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Today, I come before you as a humble servant of God to reflect upon a profound verse that encapsulates the essence of our Christian faith. John 3:3 states, "Jesus answered him, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.'"
¡Cierto! El Libro del Apocalipsis es rico, simbólico y profundo. A continuación, se presenta un mensaje que ofrece una visión general de sus temas y mensajes, utilizando referencias bíblicas.
In the vast expanse of human history, each era has faced its unique set of challenges and blessings. As we tread deeper into the digital age, we find ourselves at a crossroads, balancing the wonders of technology with the timeless truths of our faith. The juxtaposition of ancient religious tenets and the ever-evolving digital world is a testament to humanity's quest for growth and meaning. So, as we navigate this new terrain, it becomes crucial to explore how faith fits into our increasingly digital world and how we can maintain a sense of community and connection.
Esta es una historia corta ficticia. Cualquier coincidencia con eventos de la vida real es puramente coincidental. Los personajes de esta historia corta son personajes ficticios.
El propósito de estas historias cortas es ayudarte a comprender el amor de Jesucristo.
En el corazón de una ciudad bulliciosa, vivía un hombre llamado Cecil. Un cristiano devoto y un luminar retirado del sector económico, la reputación de Cecil era de respeto e influencia. Sin embargo, no muchos eran conscientes de las batallas internas que enfrentaba a diario. Había fuerzas, tanto visibles como invisibles, que buscaban perturbar su equilibrio espiritual. Algunos susurraban que el extraordinario llamado en la vida de Cecil en Jesucristo lo hacía un objetivo para los implacables ataques demoníacos.
Depression is a deeply challenging and complex condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. While its origins and treatments vary, some individuals find solace and strength in their faith, drawing upon the power and word of God to navigate their journey towards healing. This message explores the ways in which individuals can fight depression through their faith, incorporating biblical references from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible.
En un mundo donde las creencias e ideologías varían ampliamente, la ausencia de Jesucristo tiene un profundo efecto en individuos, comunidades y la sociedad en su conjunto. La falta de las enseñanzas de Cristo, sus principios y, lo más importante, su amor divino, deja un vacío espiritual que puede tener consecuencias de gran alcance. Este artículo tiene como objetivo explorar los diferentes aspectos de vivir sin Jesucristo y los efectos potenciales que puede tener en aquellos que no abrazan su presencia en sus vidas.
Introduction:
In a world that often grapples with existential questions and the pursuit of meaning, the absence of Jesus Christ can have profound consequences on an individual's spiritual, emotional, and moral well-being. Whether one is an atheist, agnostic, or just indifferent towards matters of faith, living without a personal relationship with Jesus Christ can lead to feelings of emptiness, purposelessness, and an absence of hope. In this article, we will explore the various aspects of living without Jesus Christ and delve into the transformative power that a deep connection with Him can bring.
Introduction
The Ascension of Jesus Christ is a pivotal event in Christian theology, symbolizing the completion of his earthly ministry and his return to the heavenly realm. This sacred occurrence, described in the New Testament, holds significant theological and spiritual implications for believers worldwide. The purpose of this essay is to explore the Ascension of Jesus Christ, examining its historical context, theological significance, and impact on Christian faith and doctrine.
La Ascensión de Jesucristo es un evento crucial en la teología cristiana, que simboliza la culminación de su ministerio terrenal y su regreso al reino celestial. Este acontecimiento sagrado, descrito en el Nuevo Testamento, tiene implicaciones teológicas y espirituales significativas para los creyentes en todo el mundo. El propósito de este ensayo es explorar la Ascensión de Jesucristo, examinando su contexto histórico, su importancia teológica y su impacto en la fe cristiana y la doctrina.
Knowing God by His personal names is one of the greatest privileges for followers of Christ. The word God is found throughout the Bible, but the Lord reveals Himself more personally through the names with which He introduces Himself in Scripture. These names help us when we address Him in prayer. Just as we want to call people by the right term or name, so we want to address God with appropriate wisdom and reverence whenever we pray.
En la Biblia encontramos biografías de hombres que a pesar de todas las dificultades que los rodeaban, decidían honrar a Dios por encima de todas las circunstancias que enfrentaron.
La Biblia también recoge confesiones de hombres, que a pesar de ocupar puestos importantes en el servicio a Dios, atravesaron por momentos tan difíciles, que desearon cancelar su servicio a Dios, como los profetas Elías y Jeremías.
Permitting Christ to Meet Your Deepest Need
(Mark 2:1–12)
Jesus Heals a Paralytic
2 And when he returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home. 2 And many were gathered together, so that there was no more room, not even at the door. And he was preaching the word to them. 3 And they came, bringing to him a paralytic carried by four men. 4 And when they could not get near him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above him, and when they had made an opening, they let down the bed on which the paralytic lay. 5 And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” 6 Now some of the scribes were sitting there, questioning in their hearts, 7 “Why does this man speak like that? He is blaspheming! Who can forgive sins but God alone?” 8 And immediately Jesus, perceiving in his spirit that they thus questioned within themselves, said to them, “Why do you question these things in your hearts? 9 Which is easier, to say to the paralytic, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Rise, take up your bed and walk’? 10 But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins”—he said to the paralytic— 11 “I say to you, rise, pick up your bed, and go home.” 12 And he rose and immediately picked up his bed and went out before them all, so that they were all amazed and glorified God, saying, “We never saw anything like this!” [1]
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Cuando comencé a considerar las palabras de nuestro Señor en nuestro texto, recordé Su santidad. Cuando consideramos a Cristo el Señor, nos vienen a la mente muchos atributos, pero Su santidad debe estar en la parte superior de la lista. Su misma esencia está compuesta de santidad. Todo lo que Él es, todo lo que ha hecho, continúa haciendo y realizará en el futuro es consistente con Su santidad. Si uno mira a Cristo aparte de Su santidad, se ha perdido la esencia de quién es Él. Cristo no puede ser separado de Su santidad.
Hemos leído un pasaje controversial para muchos en nuestros días. Tendrá que admitir que las palabras de nuestro Señor aquí no son "políticamente correctas". De hecho, están en claro contraste con las enseñanzas de muchos hoy. Al considerar lo que nuestro Señor ha dicho, debemos tener en mente Su santidad. La santidad de Cristo exige un estándar justo del que este mundo sabe muy poco. Vivimos en una época en la que todo vale, y esa actitud incluso ha llegado a la iglesia. Si vamos a vivir como Cristo quiere que vivamos, debemos ser conscientes de Su santidad y promover Su justo estándar en todos los aspectos de la vida.
This is the continuation of the message "The Blood Speaketh." One message you don't want to miss.
There is an important law in all Biblical interpretation. My people are well versed in this law, because I do not know how often, in my preaching, I have emphasised and underlined it. It is the law of the first mention. That is, the first time a doctrine, a person, a word, or a particular truth is mentioned in the Bible it gives you the golden key to every other mention of that particular doctrine, person or truth. So in keeping with that law I open my Bible to find the first mention of the blood.
Open your Bible to the eleventh chapter of Mark, the eleventh chapter of Mark. Before us is a monumental day in redemptive history, the history of the world, God’s history. It is a serious day and it is a profound day because it is on this day that our Lord Jesus pronounces a curse,
“Therefore I say unto you, What things so ever ye desire when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.”Mark 11:24
Hay demasaido de problema ya en el mundo para dejar que otro mas se cuele en nuestro corazon. Solo confia en Dios el tiene cuidado de ti.
What actually caused Christ to be crucified. Listen to this latest message to find out.
What would have been your reaction if you had seen Jesus on the cross? Let's listen how it would have been for a biblical characte to witness Jesus on the cross.
Do you have faith? Do you have the right kind of faith? What is faith? How do I identify faith? How do I obtain faith?
Are you ready? Are you ready to met Him? Listen to this podcast and find out some more about Him...
Discover the freedom that is in Jesus Christ. Don't miss this new podcast message release.
Be able to find out of the end times according to the synoptic gospel that are Luke Mark and Mathew. One message that you would want to shar and not miss yourself.
Como Iglesia debemos mantener un atento antes los diferentes tiempos y circunstancias que vivimos.
Cuando no oye la voz de Dios. Eso no significa que el no te haya escuchado. Al contrario significa que tu caso ha oido y en el esta trabajando.
Listen to our latest podcast and listen to why mixture creates confusion and division. one message you don't want to miss.
No se pierdan este nuevo mensaje lanzado hoy para usted. el mensaje se titula "Con Dios Puedes Vencer Toda Adversidad."
How was the downfall of satan and the restitution of man to his rightful place within Christ.
Nuestro mas reciente podcast titulado El Camino del Senor Requiere Humildad y Confianza en la persona y obra del Espiritu Santo . No se lo pierda...
Do you know the Seven Spirits of God. Definitely one message you want to listen to. Remember knowledge of God is life and life abundantly. Blessing. May your Spirit be filled with Gods Holy Word.
Como defenderte de las trampas del enemigo sobre su entorno. Nuevo mensaje lanzado hoy para su edificacion en Cristo.
Six steps is all you need to forgive and be forgiven. Listen to our latest podcast titled "How to Forgive Others"
Un tropiezo con el resentiniento te puede hacer perder la carrera. Escuche nuestro nuevo lanzamiento de nuestro mensaje.
Even the best of us buckle under pressure from time to time. Checkout our latest podcast release. Best thing to do when under anger and pressure is to release to God before we disobey or offend God.
Do you know what kind of righteousness he demands from you. The you need to listen to this latest podcats release. Blessings...
Nuevo mensaje de Una Voz En El Desierto titulado "Jesus y La Tormenta en el Mar de Galilea". Tus palabras tienen poder.
Escuchar nuestro nuevo mensaje titulado "Es tiempo de restaurar el altar". El momento es ahora...
New episode just dropped, titled Thorns Instead of Testimony. One message you want to pay close attention too.
This is the second part of Darkness Demonic Oppression a three part series titled Breakthrough is Coming. Don't miss it...
Feeling down and out. Not knowing how to address it or why it's even happening. This is one eye opening message. Don't miss it.
La Ansiedad es un Obstaculo en el Camino de la Fe. Este es el tema de hoy preciso y directo al punto. No dejes que la ansiedad lo desvie.
A messages directed to our current times we are living in. Find out what apostasy is. Don't miss this special message.
La murmuracion trae juicio de Dios. Escuche este mensaje y aprenda lo que causa la murmuracion.
¿Hay cosas de su pasado que lo estorba? Si es asi usted debes de oir este mensaje para poder comprender en como ganarle la batalla a su pasado de una vez por todas.
New message release from "A Voice In The Desert" titled "Jesus our greatest example of forgiveness." One message you don't
No se pierdan nuestro mensaje mas reciente de "A Voice in the Desert" titulado "Heridas Que Sangran."
We are living in dangerous times. Know your enemy and your deceivers. Give your life to Christ. This message you definitely want to listen and share.
Are fallen angels really not demons? What do you think? Don't miss this intriguing message.
Refuse failure in your life. Hand your failuers to Jesus and watch Him turn it into blessing. One message you definitly cannot ignore . Especially in the End -Times.
Nuevo mensaje de Voz en El Desierto titulado "El Peleara tus batallas." No se lo pierdan. Comparte este mensaje con sus amistades y familiares.
Nuevo Podcast recién lanzado. Quiere saber lo que hay al otro lado con solo la Palabra de Dios.
La sintonía de este increíble podcast
New Podcast just released. What to know what is at the other side with just the Word of God. The tune-in to this awesome podcast.
Find out how to declare the anointing of the Lord over you and overcome worldly obstacles. Fight the enemy with God's strategies.
Checkout our latest podcast just released titled "Relax A Bit". Times are surely uncertain. We have a safe harbor in Jesus Christ.
Un tema que muchos piensan pero no se atreven hablar. Pero si somos cristianos no debemos temer.
Does this world seem out off control? Is someone in control of this mess? Why is the world in a state of havoc? Listen to today's message from A Voice In The Desert.
This is one hot topic that you will want to listen and not just read the description. Come on over and listen to this new message. Please share this messages it's a must.
Just released our latest podcast titled "What is Psalms 112 to a firm christian believer?" Cannot be missed...
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con el Espíritu Santo.
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¿Lo conoces? ¿Puedes decir cuando está cerca?
¿Conoces su acción? Debe escuchar este mensaje para
que no lo tomen por sorpresa.
Do you know him? Can you tell when he is around? Do you know his action? You need to listen to this message so you are not blindsided.
Do our times mirror much of the times of Elijah? They most surely do but our times are now much worse.
Escuche nuevo mensaje de Voz en el desierto titulado ("¿quien se salvara?") Un mensaje que definitivamente lo hara pensar de sus pasos.
Una palabra de aviso de parte de Dios a tiempo te podria aliviar un tiempo de amargura.
Todo el evangelio de Jesucristo se basa en esto si Cristo murió el viernes y resucitó el domingo. Un mensaje de Podcast que hará volar tu mente y está totalmente respaldado por la Palabra de Dios. No te quieres perder esta. Uno de los mensajes más importantes de A Voice In The Desert.
The whole Tenent of Christianity lies on this did Christ die on Friday and resurrect on Sunday. One Podcast message that will blow your might away and its totally backed by the Word of God. You don't want to miss this one. One of the most important messages done by A Voice In The Desert.
Most people don’t even know they are behaving like a Pharisee is a no-joke thing. It is awful. God hates it. Jesus hated it.
¿Por qué Romanos 8:28 es nuestro secreto familiar? Por dos razones. Primero, ¡no todos creen esto! No se espera que todos crean esto. Solo los miembros de la familia creen esto.
Why is Romans 8:28 our family secret? For two reasons. First, not all believe this! Not all are expected to believe this. Only those in the family believe this.
Cansado del hambre que deja este mundo. Hoy tu hambre termina hoy. El hambre de Dios te saciará siempre.
Qué haces si te prendes fuego? ¡Dejar de caer y rodar! Lo peor que puede hacer una persona cuando está en llamas es
seguir corriendo con la ropa en llamas.
¿Y si este fuego es causado por un dardo?
What do you do if you catch on fire? Stop, drop, and roll!
The worst thing a person can do when on fire is to keep running around with clothes blazing. What if this fire is caused by a dart?
Pero ahora la verdad más seria y profunda de todas: Dios conoce nuestros verdaderos motivos.
But now for the most sobering and heart-searching truth of all: God knows our true motives.
El primer paso en cualquier batalla es saber quién es tu enemigo; de lo contrario, entrarás en combate con tus compañeros soldados y tus aliados, aquellos que son enviados a ayudar. La palabra "aliado" proviene de la palabra latina alligare, que significa "unirse a", como naciones
The first step in any battle is to know who your enemy is, otherwise you will engage in combat with your fellow soldiers and your allies—those who are sent to help. The word “ally” comes from the Latin word alligare, meaning “to bind to,” like nations who are allies in wartime, they will act together, and protect one another.
Confrontations with demonic forces behind opposing belief systems will be the norm for the present and future, and God is calling His Body to prepare for the warfare we are entering even now.
Los enfrentamientos con las fuerzas demoníacas detrás de los sistemas de creencias opuestos serán la norma para el presente y el futuro, y Dios está llamando a Su Cuerpo a prepararse para la guerra en la que estamos entrando incluso ahora.
Sí, todo el mundo ha estado preguntando sobre la parte 2 del Conocimiento de Dios. Faltaba una confusión en el estudio y los técnicos. Para decirte la verdad, nada de lo anterior. En A Voice in the Desert decidimos no transmitir este porque queríamos atraerlo con esta parte 2 de la Serie El conocimiento de Dios. Sabemos que te bendecirá mucho.
Yes, everyone has been asking about part 2 the Knowledge of God. It's missing was there a mix up in the studio and the technicians. To tell you the Truth it none of the above. We at A Voice in the Desert decided to not broadcast this one because we wanted to entice you with this part 2 of the Series knowledge of God. We know it will bless you greatly.
A Voice in the Desert released the last part of a 4 part series titled Conocimiento de Dios.
Knowing God also means more than having a religious experience with God or saying that we feel Him. It is valid to have an emotional and religious experience with God, but to know Him involves more than that.
Conocer a Dios también significa más que tener una experiencia religiosa con Dios o decir que lo sentimos. Es válido tener una experiencia emocional y religiosa con Dios, pero conocerlo implica más que eso.
New Podcast released by A Voice in The Desert it's latest message is titled "Palabra Que Ilumina". A Must listen to message.Mensaje de esperanza.
Nuevo Podcast por una voz en el desierto acaba de lanzar. No se puede perder este mensaje "Volvamos a los principios originals de la biblia".
In these difficult changing times we need to get back to the original principals of the bible.
Pablo advierte a Timoteo de esta inclinación de la humanidad hacia un desprecio por la verdad bíblica. En 2 Timoteo 4: 3, escribe: “Porque vendrá el tiempo cuando no soportarán la sana doctrina; pero queriendo que les hagan cosquillas en los oídos, acumularán para sí maestros de acuerdo a sus propios deseos ”. Pastor, ese momento ha llegado; ese momento es ahora.
Paul warns Timothy of this bent in humanity toward a disregard for biblical truth. In 2 Timothy 4:3, he writes, “For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance to their own desires.” Pastor, that time has come; that time is now.
Es tiempo de conocer a profundidad mas de las profesias para ayudarnos enfrente estos tiempos inciertos.
El problema subyacente que hemos descubierto, descubrimos para aquellos que dependen demasiado de otros para recibir la liberación, es un problema de fe. Por diversas razones, les resulta difícil dar un paso de fe por sí mismos y hacer lo que saben que deben hacer.
I’ve literally seen God transform lives through prophetic ministry. Now, a new generation of prophets and prophetic people are rising—and it’s exciting. With the rise of true prophets and seers, is it any surprise we’re seeing the simultaneous
Literalmente he visto a Dios transformar vidas a través del ministerio profético. Ahora, está surgiendo una nueva generación de profetas y personas proféticas, y es emocionante. Con el surgimiento de verdaderos profetas y videntes
¿Qué pasa si les digo que lo que les voy a decir fue profetizado hace siglos? Mira el mundo a tu alrededor; Dios es odiado, la moral rara vez existe, la inmoralidad es desenfrenada, la gente ya no encuentra la vida sagrada, los asesinatos en aumento
Before you get ready to read the Bible of Isaiah you have to prepare yourself in The Spirit. To catch a glimpse of Isaiah’s vision
In this message , we will look into supernatural ministry, spiritual maturity, and practical and tactical ministry that is focused on revealing Christ to the world.
En este mensaje, veremos el ministerio sobrenatural, la madurez espiritual, el ministerio práctico y táctico que se enfoca en revelar a Cristo al mundo. Un corazón cambiado conduce a una mente renovada, y una mente renovada puede transformar el mundo
NO TODO ES CAUSADO POR DEMONIOS. Sin embargo, el punto es que cuando ES una influencia maligna que está operando, la reconoceremos y trataremos con ella de acuerdo con la Palabra de Dios. NO creemos que los cristianos puedan estar poseídos por demonios.
NOT EVERYTHING IS CAUSED BY DEMONS. However, the point is that when it IS an evil influence that is operating we will recognize and deal with it according to God's Word. We do NOT believe that Christians can be demon possessed. But they certainly can be a
The reason we need a church is because, "...faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.
La razón por la que necesitamos una iglesia es porque, "... la fe viene por el oír y él oír por la Palabra de Dios.
Now let's look at a very important truth in spiritual warfare. Paul tells us that we are the determining factor in whether the devil can operate in our life or not.
Como hijos de Dios debemos entender que nuestro Padre Celestial es BUENO. Su principal motivación en nuestra vida es hacernos la mejor persona posible.
As a child of God we must understand that our Heavenly Father is GOOD. His chief motivation in our life is to make us the best person we can possibly be
Ahora veamos una verdad muy importante en la guerra espiritual. Pablo nos dice que somos el factor determinante para determinar si el diablo puede operar en nuestra vida o no.
Jesús hizo esta declaración: "Si alguien desea venir tras de mí, que se niegue a sí mismo, tome su cruz y me siga" (Mateo 16:24). Algunos toman la cruz y se concentran en su imagen de sufrimiento, que representa una vida de sacrificio.
Jesus made this statement, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me" (Matt. 16:24). Some take up the cross and concentrate on its image of suffering, which represents a life of sacrifice.
DESOBEDIENCIA Y ENGAÑO van de la mano. De hecho, aumentarán juntos. Vemos esto en un incidente de la vida de Saúl. El profeta Samuel vino al rey Saúl con una orden de la boca de Dios. "Ahora ve y ataca a Amalek, y destruye por completo todo lo que
DISOBEDIENCE AND DECEPTION go hand in hand. In fact, they will increase together. We see this in an incident from the life of Saul. The prophet Samuel came to King Saul with a command from the mouth of God. "Now go and attack Amalek, and utterly destroy
A familiar spirit is a specific type of evil spirit, identified by its primary characteristic—familiarity. I inform you “there are two kinds of familiar spirits:
Un espíritu familiar es un tipo específico de espíritu maligno, identificado por su característica principal: la familiaridad. Les informo que "hay dos tipos de espíritus familiares:
Thanks to these radical progressive elites; their growing chorus of contemporary protégés; and a complacent, self-absorbed, mostly godless society, the evil of cultural Marxism is succeeding at pushing America rapidly into a transitional phase of postmodern irrelevance.
Gracias a estos elites progresistas radicales; su coro creciente de protegidos contemporáneos; y una sociedad complaciente, absorta en sí misma, en su mayoría impía, el mal del marxismo cultural está logrando empujar a Estados Unidos rápidamente
Si alguna vez hubo un momento en que los verdaderos apóstoles y profetas deben surgir en Estados Unidos y en el mundo, es ahora, no solo para dar palabras proféticas de lo que depara el futuro, sino con santa convicción, para llamar a una Iglesia y una
If ever there was a time when true apostles and prophets must arise in America and the world, it is now — not only to give prophetic words of what the future holds, but with holy conviction, to call a Church and a nation back to the true worship of God,
Esta chica nos siguió a Pablo y a nosotros, y gritó, diciendo: "Estos hombres son los siervos del Dios Altísimo, que nos proclaman el camino de salvación" (Hechos 16:17). En el verso anterior, cuando Satanás usó a una esclava poseída con un espíri
This girl followed Paul and us, and cried out, saying, “These men are the servants of the Most High God, who proclaim to us the way of salvation” (Acts 16:17). In the above verse, when Satan used a slave girl possessed with a spirit of divination
Dios tiene una respuesta divina a cada plan demoníaco. Desde los días de la crucifixión de Cristo y su gloriosa resurrección, el diablo es el símbolo supremo de la derrota. Él es solo un títere para aquellos que no ignoran sus dispositivos.
God has a divine response to every demonic plan. Since the days of Christ’s crucifixion and glorious resurrection, the devil is the ultimate symbol of defeat. He is only a puppet to those who are not ignorant of his devices.
La intervención divina de Dios al final de esta era se habla más en el libro de los Hechos. Pedro, predicando a las multitudes después de la curación de un hombre cojo, declara: Arrepiéntete, pues, y conviértete, para que tus pecados sean borrados,
Acts 3:19–21 In his sermon, Peter gives a revelation of four stages that will bring the present age to its close: First, God’s people repent and turn back to Him.
Don't you feel guilty that as part of the body of Christ when His children need the most help , you hide behind 4 walls.
¿Alguna vez te has sentido traicionado por un amigo o por alguien que amabas mucho? Cuando sucedió, ¿estabas sorprendido? ¿Sintió que esa persona te puso un cuchillo en la espalda al violar tu confianza y revelar cosas que deberían haberse mantenido
Have you ever felt betrayed by a friend or by someone you dearly loved? When it happened, were you shocked? Did it feel like that person put a knife in your back by violating your trust and revealing things that should have been kept in confidence?
Psalm 16:9 “Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoices; my flesh also will rest in hope.”
Salmos 16:9 Reina-Valera 1960 (RVR1960) 9 Se alegró por tanto mi corazón, y se gozó mi alma; Mi carne también reposará confiadamente;
¿Por qué escribo tanto sobre demonios y demonios? Primero, tenemos la advertencia del Antiguo Testamento de Dios de que "Mi pueblo es destruido por falta de conocimiento" (Oseas 4: 6). En el Nuevo Testamento, el apóstol Pablo amonesta a los cristianos
How many of us can pray today to God and say “ God tear me up & Build me up again”. I. Lord, Tear me up. ("...present you bodies...") It is one thing to be saved in soul and another thing to be surrendered in life. God wants our life as well as our soul.
Am I the only one amazed at the way that children talk to their parents and about them? No big deal, everybody is doing it, it's a different day, right? Wrong. Dead wrong. What does God say? Let’s dive quickly into the Word of God.
The tower of Babel, signs of things to come. Key clues that we as Christians missed when reading about the Tower of Babel. Why did God do what He did? What made Him so mad to create such a disruption among the people.
Of all the types in the Old Testament, none is richer in its symbolism than the Tabernacle. From one end to the other, the Tabernacle is a picture of the Lord Jesus and of the redemption believers enjoy in Hi today. Tonight, I would like us too focus our attention on the great veil of the Tabernacle.
In this edition, we shall continue from where we stopped last week, to look at some dangerous spirits prevalent in this age, which can be seen in a life, church, society and nation. The knowledge of these facts will help you understand where we are.
Summary: This is the end time. We are living in a terrible moment and the spirit of this dangerous demon called Jezebel is at work in our current age.
THIS SPIRIT CALLED JEZEBEL- Series 1
Dear Brethren, you are welcome to A Voice in The Desert. Remember, it’s a moment we are sharing the UNDILUTED word of God, preparing the brethren for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Summary: You hear people say constantly, “All roads lead to God.” However, the bible exposes this as a tragic error that is leading millions to an damnation eternity in hell. By contrast, numerous Scriptures plainly declare that the one and only way is Jesus Christ.
2 Timoteo 4:6-8 6 Porque yo ya estoy para ser ofrecido, y el tiempo de mi partida está cercano. 7 He peleado la buena batalla, he acabado la carrera, he guardado la fe. 8 Por lo demás, me está guardada la corona de justicia, la cual me dará el Señor,