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Why the diverse opinions/interpretations on various topics of the bible?

I’m told that Christians are filled with the Holy Spirit, meaning they have a direct connection to God. If that is true, wouldn’t the Holy Spirit guide, show, and teach the correct interpretation of biblical topics, resulting in all true Christians arriving at the same understanding?

But right now, interpretations are all over the place. On hell alone, some believe in eternal torment, others in annihilation, and others in purification through pain or some other process. Then there are differences over the tribulation—pre-trib, post-trib, and so on. Some believe in a young earth, others in an old earth, and the list of disagreements keeps going.

Logically, if the Holy Spirit reveals truth, then it should lead people to the correct interpretation. So either the existence of so many conflicting interpretations suggests there is no Holy Spirit—and therefore no God—or it means there is a group of Christians who truly have the correct interpretation as revealed by the Holy Spirit, while those with false interpretations do not actually have the Holy Spirit and were never truly Christians in the first place.

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True Tongues of Christ vs. the Sorcery and Divination Disguised as Tongues in the Teachings of Churches and Pastors

Even though there are countless churches, pastors, and claims of the Spirit, the world is such that there is no clear and faithful teaching that truly explains tongues according to Christ. As a result, there are many opinions and speculations about tongues, but it is nearly impossible to find a faith that bears the clear and strong fruit and evidence recorded in the Scriptures. In other words, though there are many congregants, there are no Christians who truly bear the fruit and testimony of Christ.

Likewise, though there are countless books about the Bible, not a single book or work exists that presents, with clarity and certainty, the characteristics, grounds, and power of the true tongues, prophecy, and gifts of Christ in such a way that every believer can accurately discern, learn, and experience them.

For example, countless pastors all teach, “Pray without ceasing.” Yet I can boldly and without hesitation say that there is not a single pastor on this earth who actually prays without ceasing. And there is not a single teaching or book among them that explains how to pray without ceasing. Most writings and sermons are nothing more than superficial shells, teaching only vague slogans like “just do it,” without presenting the true method or grace by which unceasing prayer can be lived. This proves that none of these teachers who tell others to pray without ceasing actually know the method, wisdom, or grace to do so themselves.

Meanwhile, the shameless tongues led by demons and evil spirits—nothing more than sorcery and divination—are spreading across the earth and throughout churches. Yet without discernment, they are blindly taught as if everything spoken from a believer’s mouth were automatically the true tongues of God. This proves that many churches and pastors, though appearing as God’s temples and shepherds, are in fact like wolves in sheep’s clothing—led by vile and filthy spirits of the world. What spreads across the earth as if it were the tongues of Christ is nothing more than sorcery and demonic play masquerading as divine gifts. And blind pastors and believers, lacking discernment, follow them, believing them to be holy. This is clear evidence that they do not possess the true gifts of prophecy, discernment, power, or tongues that come from God.

Because they do not have the genuine gifts of Christ, they lack even the mirror or standard to test whether what they practice is true or false. As a result, most believers today simply imitate whatever their pastors instruct them to do, unable to discern whether the tongues they practice are truly from God. In reality, the tongues taught in most churches today are not the true tongues of Christ, nor the holy gifts of God, but false tongues driven by the spirits of the world, demons, and Satan. They exist because pastors and believers serve both God and the world, mixing materialism with faith. Since the true power of God and the gifts of Christ are absent, they fabricate counterfeit tongues and gifts to present them as though they were proofs of salvation or signs of spirituality.

The sorcery and divination that oppose God are now being legitimized and rationalized as if they were the true tongues of Christ. It is to expose this distorted faith and to teach the true standard of tongues that these words are written by the grace of God.

God, who is the root and source of love, created the Word, truth, Sabbath, offerings, faith, hope, love, shepherds, apostles, gifts, and prayer to shape us into God’s likeness, bearing His divine nature as children fit for salvation. God is the source of love, and in order to form His likeness in us, He sent the love of the cross into the world.

Thus, the love of the cross is God’s very nature, His covenant of perfection, the way we must walk, the truth, and the life. Everything else—the Word, Sabbath, faith, hope, love, gifts, shepherds, apostles, and prayer—exists so that we may cultivate in our hearts the love of the cross, God’s nature, fit for salvation.

So then, what is the true purpose of prayer that God has given to mankind?

The purpose of prayer is to guide us into living out the love of the cross, that we might form within us God’s divine nature—the temple of the heart—fit for salvation. Through prayer, we are led to intercede for the tears and pains of the poor and needy, and to seek forgiveness for our weakness and shame, that we may become true children of God. This is the true purpose of prayer.

But tragically, this holy purpose has been abandoned. Instead, corrupt teachings and vain practices have led people to serve both God and the world, praying only selfish, worldly prayers driven by greed and lust. Such prayers, born of worldly desire, are nothing but empty and false, and it is through them that Satan works his tongues. Thus, to those who seek the things of the world, the god of the world comes; to those who seek wealth, the god of wealth comes; to those who seek greed, the god of greed comes; and to those who seek lust, the god of lust comes—these spirits disguising themselves as if they were Christ or angels. Such prayers are none other than the demonic tongues

Those who pray in false tongues, their convulsions and gestures resemble exactly the shamans and mediums who summon false spirits. If you see it with your own eyes, you will know it is true.

Yet because corrupt pastors are concerned only with their own gain and indulgence, they encourage believers to pursue worldly things even more. As a result, the number of those practicing demonic tongues only increases. Churches, pastors, and believers have reached the tragic state of even recommending such false tongues to one another.

Though there are countless books on faith and gifts, and though there are pastors and scholars by the tens of thousands, if they were true, they would warn believers about the demonic tongues spreading like yeast throughout the earth, and would teach wisdom for discernment. But in reality, they are blind guides leading the blind, teachers who call demonic tongues the true tongues of God. This proves the pitiful and tragic state of churches, pastors, and believers today—a generation doomed to destruction in the last days. It is no wonder that demonic tongues are increasingly being legitimized as though they were the true tongues of Christ.

There are, ultimately, only two kinds of tongues: the tongues of Satan and the tongues of God. Those who practice the tongues of Satan resemble the shamans and mediums who invoke evil spirits, because they serve both God and the world, and thus the spirits of the world and of materialism come upon them. They only use their faith, Christ, God, and prayer for a tool to satisfy worldly desires and ambitions. Therefore, it is led by demons disguised as Christ or angels.

Countless believers think that as long as they pray under the cross, or in the name of God or Christ, their prayers will be heard and answered. But in reality, God hears only the prayers offered in the love of the cross, prayers that conform us to His nature and lead us toward salvation. All other prayers, born of selfish desires, greed, and worldly lusts, are false prayers. God neither hears them nor answers them. In fact, such vain prayers are sin in His eyes.

And there came forth a spirit, and stood before the LORD, and said, I will persuade him. And the LORD said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And he said, Thou shalt persuade him, and prevail also: go forth, and do so.(1 Kings 22 : 21~22)(2 Chronicles 18 : 20~22)

For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.(2 Corinthians 11 : 13~15)

Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;(1 Timothy 4 : 1~2)

In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.(2 Corinthians 4 : 4)

For the people turneth not unto him that smiteth them, neither do they seek the LORD of hosts. Therefore the LORD will cut off from Israel head and tail, branch and rush, in one day. The ancient and honourable, he is the head; and the prophet that teacheth lies, he is the tail. For the leaders of this people cause them to err; and they that are led of them are destroyed. Therefore the Lord shall have no joy in their young men, neither shall have mercy on their fatherless and widows: for every one is an hypocrite and an evildoer, and every mouth speaketh folly. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still.(Isaiah 9 : 13~17)

Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God: And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world. Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them. We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error. Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.(1 John 4 : 1~8)

A prayer that, instead of seeking the hope and ideal of Christ guided by the love of the cross that leads to salvation, ends up being a prayer driven by worldly and carnal desires and vain ambitions—nothing more than sorcery and divination, the demonic tongues.

Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.(Exodus 20 : 7)(Deuteronomy 5 : 11)

I will bring it forth, saith the LORD of hosts, and it shall enter into the house of the thief, and into the house of him that sweareth falsely by my name: and it shall remain in the midst of his house, and shall consume it with the timber thereof and the stones thereof.(Zechariah 5 : 4)

And Samuel said unto the people, Fear not: ye have done all this wickedness: yet turn not aside from following the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart; And turn ye not aside: for then should ye go after vain things, which cannot profit nor deliver; for they are vain.(1 Samuel 12 : 20~21)

All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. Let no man seek his own, but every man another’s wealth.(1 Corinthians 10 : 23~24)

Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. Give none offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: Even as I please all men in all things, not seeking mine own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved.(1 Corinthians 10 : 31~33)

Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.(Matthew 6 : 31~32)

Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;(Ephesians 5 : 1~3)

If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:(Psalms 66 : 18)

The true tongues of Christ can never be found in those who pursue selfish desires, personal satisfaction, or fleshly cravings. Even if they appear to have it, those who continue to seek worldly desires, satisfaction, and cravings will either lose it altogether or, without realizing it, have their tongues turn into satanic tongues. True tongues of Christ appear in those who do not seek their own benefit or greed, and especially in those who intercede for their brothers and neighbors. However, even though I have listened for over ten years, I have seen and heard only a handful who possess genuine tongues. Yet even this is by no means a sign of salvation.

Wherefore tongues are for a sign, not to them that believe, but to them that believe not: but prophesying serveth not for them that believe not, but for them which believe.(1 Corinthians 14 : 22)

Today, many churches, pastors, and believers treat speaking in tongues as if it were the sign or evidence of having received the Holy Spirit. However, in reality, tongues are a sign for unbelievers—a gift given to help them come to faith. But because those who possess satanic tongues of pride claim that tongues are proof and evidence of receiving the Holy Spirit, more and more churches—operating under the influence of prideful spirits—are becoming corrupted. They increasingly promote a forced, counterfeit version of the Holy Spirit, a false rebirth, and detestable gifts not found in the Word. This is the present reality of the Roman Church and Christianity today.

Tongues are the most basic gift given to help unbelievers come to believe. Through tongues, one learns and grows in revelation, wisdom, prophecy, and interpretation. True tongues of Christ, developed over years, manifest in twelve distinct languages, each with unique characteristics—some are beautiful, others strong, others gentle, and all sound clear and pure. To the listener, it may resemble French, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, or other earthly languages, but it is more powerful, more tender, and more beautiful than any human language. Within these twelve kinds of tongues is a kind of spiritual wall—a protective barrier that cuts off everything worldly and fleshly, like laying the foundation stones in the building of a temple. This prayer continues throughout one’s life, at most 14 hours, or at least over 7 hours. It is a powerful form of prayer that cannot be mimicked by will alone. As the prayer builds like a spiritual fortress in the heart, it becomes the foundation for other spiritual gifts—reaching into knowledge, wisdom, mysteries, revelation, interpretation, and prophecy. Tongues are the root gift for all such powers.

Unlike satanic tongues, which are limited to a few meaningless, repetitive sounds that no one can understand, true tongues are not vain repetitions. The excuse that “we are like children learning slowly, step by step” does not apply here. From the beginning, there is a deep, urgent power like fire resting on the lips, enabling one to pray for tens of hours. There are even cases where people continue speaking in tongues in their sleep. Those who spend years repeating only a few incomprehensible syllables are practicing 100% satanic tongues. This happens because they are driven solely by their own selfish desires. Such tongues betray the holy will and deep grace of God and disgrace the precious love and sacrifice of the cross. They are the product of those who seek only their worldly desires, satisfactions, and cravings.

….He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church. I would that ye all spake with tongues, but rather that ye prophesied: for greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying. Now, brethren, if I come unto you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you, except I shall speak to you either by revelation, or by knowledge, or by prophesying, or by doctrine?(1 Corinthians 14 : 1~6)

True Tongues of Christ appear in those who strive to unite with the love of the cross—loving by feeding, giving, and caring for others—those who cherish, serve, and care for one another. It absolutely does not manifest in those who chase only their worldly desires, personal satisfaction, and carnal cravings. True tongues of Christ flow constantly in daily life, and as prayer accumulates, greater gentleness, gratitude, joy, and peace increasingly fill the heart through this gift.

Tongues are not a sign of salvation. It is merely a foundational gift, a very basic stage in the process of spiritual maturity. Therefore, to claim that receiving tongues means one has received the Holy Spirit is to insult the holy nature of God. Those who say they have been reborn through tongues yet continually fall back into sin—repeating sinful habits even while regretting—prove through their actions that they have not truly been born again. Yet they claim rebirth out of pride and delusion, which is a false rebirth influenced by spirits of pride and deception—a counterfeit Holy Spirit.

The Holy Spirit is the very nature of God who loves all people, and the love of the cross is a love that sacrifices all. Any gift, power, tongue, or prayer that does not bring forth the nature of God—His love, mercy, gentleness, peace, goodness, joy, self-control, patience, and obedience—is to be rejected. It is a profane and vain gift, power, tongue, or prayer inevitably influenced by Satan and demons.

God is love. God created humanity and gave us His Word, the Sabbath, tithes and offerings, worship, faith, hope, love, prayer, shepherds, and spiritual gifts for one reason: to instill in us His loving nature so that we may become His children. Therefore, any value, logic, or ideal that lacks the love of the cross or fails to unite with it is nothing but sorcery, divination, a false spirit, forced rebirth, false prophecy, or unclean gift orchestrated by Satan and demons. Their manifestations are entirely different from what is recorded in the examples of Scripture, and are nothing more than the same signs and evidences found among shamans and those who serve false spirits. The reason for this is that the same worldly and carnal spirits are at work. The characteristics of those who practice the tongues of Satan and demons are identical to the features observed when shamans and spirit-mediums invoke their gods and perform their rituals.

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Religious preaching that cannot rise beyond human limitations, and God’s truth, where divine power is at work beyond those limitations.

This video is a lecture intended to help viewers reconsider many teachings that are regarded as truth in religion today and to reflect deeply on what the truth of God really is. It conveys that human instruction, emotional inspiration, awakening, and resolve alone cannot free a person from sin or bring about true transformation, and that the truth of God is the living Word through which God’s love and power actually work to make a person new. Through this lecture, I hope it will be a time to calmly reflect on whether the faith we have learned and heard up to now is truly the genuine truth based on Scripture, or merely a teaching that remains within human knowledge and interpretation.

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The Reality and Characteristics of the False Spirits Received by Countless Believers Today

Today, most Christians claim to have received the Holy Spirit. This has become so normalized that it is assumed as a given. However, if we rephrase the question and ask, “Do you truly believe you possess the Spirit of God?”, many Christians are suddenly unable to confidently assert that they have received the Holy Spirit. Furthermore, if we ask, “Have you received the Spirit that comprehends all of God’s creation, ideal, and providence?”, not a single believer can answer affirmatively. Even pastors, when questioned about whether they possess the Spirit that penetrates all divine visions, providence, and truth, betray themselves through their reliance on the countless human books and writings stored in their bookshelf, which they use to prepare their sermons. This alone is clear evidence that the anointing of true insight, the true Holy Spirit, is absent and false.

Despite the complete lack of biblical evidence or fruits of the Spirit, tens of thousands still claim to have received the Holy Spirit. Yet, very few believers examine and discern—based on the Bible—whether the spirit they have received is truly the Spirit of Christ who bears the love of the cross, flowing from God, the source of love. Instead, most blindly believe the ignorant words of pastors who urge them to believe unconditionally. They accept as valid all forms of faith, hope, gifts, tongues, prophecies, testimonies, prayers, and sermons—even when these are not recorded in Scripture or have no biblical precedent. Few believers recognize that such things are heretical, hypocritical, adulterous, lawless, and antichrist.

Presbyterianism, Methodism, Holiness, and Baptist denominations are treated as though they are the biblical standard or the center of God’s truth. This assumption has been so widely accepted and institutionalized that even the rampant corruption, depravity, lawlessness, deceit, evil deeds, and heresies arising within these denominations are overlooked. In reality, they continually produce more and more heresies. Though these groups claim to be Word-centered, Christ-centered, and God-centered, they are in fact the very platforms from which today’s Christianity breeds endless heresies and false teachings.

The doctrines, sermons, and ideologies that portray these denominations as central to Christ and God have defiled even the holy will of God and the love and blood of Christ. They produce false teachings, false testimonies, false gifts, false spirits, and false tongues, all imitating and mimicking the fruits and evidence of Christ. What they actually promote are shamanistic incantations, sorceries, spirit-calling rituals, and the witchcraft of demons masquerading as spiritual gifts.

The severity of this deception has already turned countless Christians into fanatics and blind followers. Though their titles and outward claims appear to be based on Scripture, the interpretations and applications of the Word have become completely detached from salvation. Instead, their focus is on worldly success and happiness. Their prayers and beliefs are centered on their own worldly desires and goals, and not on faith rooted in the holy will of God or the love of the cross.

Consequently, many believers, instead of pursuing the life, faith, and hope that follow the love of the cross—fulfilling the highest commandments and decrees of the Word—seek only personal satisfaction, joy, peace, and comfort. Even while repenting and reflecting, they fall back into sin out of self-interest and gain. Their faith is one that accumulates sin and greed through their wicked habits, and this has become the standard of modern Christianity.

Many Christians today are under a grave misconception: salvation is given only to those who bear the perfect fruit of Christ. In other words, the evidence of salvation and resurrection is found in the complete fruit borne through all the labor and effort required to reach salvation, according to the Word. This is found in feeding and serving poor and needy brothers and sisters with love and care, fostering mutual service and self-sacrifice. It is in living the life of Christ and reflecting God’s nature—who is love—and becoming a true child of salvation.

Thus, without the love of the cross, which is God’s nature, any faith, Word, Sabbath, apostle, priest, tithe, offering, tongue, prophecy, wisdom, gift, prayer, hope, or love is nothing but enmity, heresy, antichrist, and deception. They are false tongues, false prophecies, false gifts, false wisdom, false spirits, false testimonies, false faith, false hope, and false love. Those who attempt to serve God while holding onto the world and its material things end up teaching lessons and inspirations rooted in worldly success and happiness that are entirely unrelated to salvation.

They label suffering, grief, despair, and hardship as “sacrifice” and “comfort,” but in reality, they only encourage people to chase after the flesh and the world even more. This so-called “hope” and “encouragement” they preach is nothing more than worldly motivation to increase sin and greed. It is merely the deceptive idea of “enduring hardship to achieve later success and happiness.”

This worldly doctrine of eventual reward, disguised as grace, forms the basis of their shameful testimonies, life stories, and success stories, which they proclaim as truth, faith, and the Word. The result is a world where people teach and learn worldly inspirations and lessons as if they were the mysterious and divine truths of God’s kingdom, united with the love of the cross.

Because of those who attempt to serve both God and the world, this corruption was inevitable. False spirits, false faith, false tongues, false prophecies, false gifts, and false testimonies have long surpassed their limits, to the point of outright disregarding the Word of God. These people have now come to assert that their own teachings and interpretations are the Word and God Himself. As a result, most churches today only selectively believe in a few verses that suit their taste, abusing Scripture while ignoring the entirety of God’s Word.

Their faith is not the true faith of Christ that looks at one’s sin and weakness in the light of God’s Word and pleads for help. Instead, they abuse and misuse the Word to justify their worldly and fleshly sins. Like children with unbalanced diets, they selectively consume and interpret Scripture to suit their own desires, using those few verses to support their claims, while completely ignoring the parts of Scripture that contradict them. This distorted, forceful interpretation is nothing more than delusion and deception—a false spirit.

The Spirit of God (the Holy Spirit) never dwells with those who belong to the world and the flesh—who store up only sin and greed and oppose the love of the cross that leads to salvation. Those who belong to the world and the flesh make excuses and justifications, teaching others to serve both God and material things. Those who believe in God solely for their worldly dreams, desires, and happiness merely use God and Christ as tools to fulfill their own ambitions.

But the Holy Spirit—God’s true Spirit—can never be present with those who refuse to abandon their worldly lives and ideals to follow the life of Christ, aiming for salvation alone, upholding the highest laws and commandments, sacrificing all things for the poor and needy, and walking in the love of the cross.

Countless churches and pastors today are committing fraud in the name of the Holy Spirit, using it to deceive, pressure, and extort believers. They teach such things as if they were the sacred Word of God. These grotesque acts are no different from the Judaism of old, which created false worship and doctrines to justify stealing the tithes and offerings meant for the poor and needy. These doctrines, crafted by so-called pastors bound by self-interest and materialism—hirelings and thieves—have produced the false spirit and false anointing that we see today.

….Wherefore tongues are for a sign, not to them that believe, but to them that believe not: but prophesying serveth not for them that believe not, but for them which believe. If therefore the whole church be come together into one place, and all speak with tongues, and there come in those that are unlearned, or unbelievers, will they not say that ye are mad? But if all prophesy, and there come in one that believeth not, or one unlearned, he is convinced of all, he is judged of all: And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth.(1 Corinthians 14 : 12~25)

Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries. But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort. He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself; but he that prophesieth edifieth the church. I would that ye all spake with tongues, but rather that ye prophesied: for greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying.(1 Corinthians 14 : 1~5)

The sign of one who possesses the Spirit of Christ—the Holy Spirit—is prophecy. Whoever does not have prophecy does not possess the Spirit of Christ. And if someone does not even understand what this means, then that person is 100% not someone who has the Holy Spirit. However, in today’s churches, the reality is that speaking in tongues—something that, according to Scripture, is only a sign for unbelievers—is falsely taught and accepted as a definitive sign of having received the Holy Spirit. This delusion has gone so far as to become normalized and institutionalized in most churches.

The tongues that these people speak are not the language of the kingdom of God but rather incantations that summon demons and evil spirits. They are a form of magical divination(sorcery) aimed at receiving blessings of prosperity in line with their selfish hopes, desires, and ambitions. In other words, even unbelievers and idol worshipers long for the same worldly success and prosperity, and now such sorcery is being disguised as the holy gift of tongues from God.

But no gift from God can be received by pursuing worldly desires, ambitions, and goals. The reason God created mankind in the beginning was to make humans into complete beings fit to become His children. That is why God sent His Word, His visions, His values, the Sabbath, holy days, apostles, priests, pastors, tithes, offerings, spiritual gifts, prayer, prophecy, faith, hope, love—and ultimately Christ Himself. All of this was to bestow upon humanity the love of the cross, which is the nature of God.

Therefore, any value, ideal, or belief that is not united with the love of the cross—God’s nature—is dead faith, an enemy of God, opposed to Him, and antichrist. Consequently, any faith or spirit that does not pursue the hope of Christ and live out the life of Christ, regardless of who holds it, is a false spirit, false tongue, and false faith.

Due to their worldly roots, many people seek to serve both God and material things, and this has led to distortion and coercion. They believe in doctrines they have twisted to suit their own preferences, and in doing so, they have become more evil than even the unbelievers who sin without knowing God. They have brought dishonor to the holy name of God and made the love of the cross a subject of ridicule and contempt among the world.

The wickedness, lies, lawlessness, corruption, and selfishness rampant among today’s churches and pastors have exceeded all limits. They no longer shine as light or act as salt in a dark and sinful world. Rather, they present an outward appearance of holiness and gentleness, cloaked in language that seems righteous and kind—yet they are fully armed with shallow human tactics and the polished rhetoric of diplomacy. Like past dictators who ruled with absolute power and demanded blind obedience, these pastors and churches are wolves in sheep’s clothing. They are cunning foxes in the desert, as Scripture warns.

Most churches and pastors today are becoming increasingly corrupt and depraved, inevitably headed for destruction along with the wicked world. These pastors promote doctrines and ideologies not found in the Bible, all to satisfy their own greed. They twist and distort the Word of God, discarding every command that calls for obedience and action. Their faith is shallow, accepting only doctrines that suit their desires, and they dishonor the holy will of God and the love of the cross.

Far from being examples of righteousness, they behave differently inside and outside the church. Their words do not match their actions, and their outer appearance does not match their inner hearts. Living in duplicity and with divided hearts, they fall repeatedly into sin despite repenting and reflecting. They cannot escape the mire of iniquity. Their shallow excuses and self-righteousness, meant to justify their sin, have become their god and their faith.

Thus, most churches today are places where such people teach and learn. And for such churches, pastors, and believers, the Day of Judgment has been prepared.

Because of their greed and pursuit of personal gain, they have corrupted the gospel to serve both God and the world. As a result, they cannot receive the true gifts, true tongues, and true prophecy that come through union with love and with Christ. Since they do not have prophecy—the sign of anointing and the Holy Spirit—they instead bring in the sorcery and rituals practiced by shamans and spirit mediums who serve false gods, disguising these things as the holy gifts and tongues of God.

This deception has spread like yeast throughout the earth and across countless churches. It has become so normalized and legitimized that anyone who does not practice these counterfeit tongues—or anyone who practices the true tongues of God—is now labeled a heretic.

But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.(1 Corinthians 2 : 10)

But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.(1 John 2 : 27)

Who hath directed the Spirit of the LORD, or being his counseller hath taught him? With whom took he counsel, and who instructed him, and taught him in the path of judgment, and taught him knowledge, and shewed to him the way of understanding?(Isaiah 40 : 13~14)

But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.(1 John 2 : 20)

If you ask, “Have you received the Holy Spirit that fully comprehends all of God’s creation, providence, vision, and mysteries?”—not a single pastor on this earth can confidently answer yes.

Then why is it that this false Holy Spirit—one with no evidence, fruit, or result based on the Word of God—is reigning over the entire world and all its churches?

Will you truly believe in the Holy Spirit that, according to the Scriptures, penetrates and understands all things?

Or will you continue to believe in the false spirit proclaimed by churches and pastors, which contradicts the Spirit described in Scripture and bears no fruit or evidence?

This is your freedom to choose.

But remember: on the day when you are held accountable for that choice, the judgment and destruction that await will be beyond imagination.

Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.(John 14 : 17)

If one were asked, “Do you possess the Spirit of God—the source of love, who comprehends and governs all things?”—and cannot boldly and confidently answer, without even the slightest twinge of conscience or shame, that they possess the Spirit of truth, who is the source of love and who comprehends all things,

then it is undoubtedly a false spirit, a false gift, a false repentance, and a false rebirth.

They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them. We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error.(1 John 4 : 5~6)

Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints: To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus: Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.(Colossians 1 : 26~29)

The corruption of trying to serve both God and the world—along with material things—inevitably leads to lawlessness, falsehood, and coercion.

Thus, those who possess the spirit of the world, not the fruit or evidence of the Holy Spirit, are actually drawing in the abominable and profane sorcery, divination, and witchcraft of shamans and spirit mediums who serve false gods.

This is a detestable anointing and a profane spirit—one that is false and not of God.

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us. Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. We love him, because he first loved us. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also.(1 John 4 : 7~21)

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God. And God is love.

Therefore, those who do not pursue the hope of Christ through the love of the cross do not have the Holy Spirit. What they possess is a dead faith—a worldly spirit disguised as the Holy Spirit, a false tongue and false prophecy born of Satan and demons. Anyone who tries to serve both God and the world, along with material things, can never receive the Holy Spirit. Why? Because God’s holy will is to make us His perfect children by forming in us a beautiful temple of the heart that resembles Him—a heart that follows the love of the cross and sets Christ’s hope as its goal. Those who reject and oppose this holy will—those who belong to the world and the flesh—are not recipients of the blood and love of the cross. Thus, those who belong to the world are merely seekers of worldly things; they are not true Christians who pursue the love of the cross according to God’s holy will.

There are many churchgoers, but no true Christians; many pastors, yet no true shepherds who care for the sheep—this is the confession of one elder, and it reflects the reality of Christianity today. Therefore, those who are corrupted, trying to serve both God and the world and material wealth, and who do not walk in the love of the cross or aim for the hope of Christ, and who neither pray nor live in true communion with Christ—anyone who teaches or learns to pray in pursuit of worldly desires, ambitions, and dreams can never receive any of God’s true gifts, power, tongues, prophecy, the Holy Spirit, or wisdom. What they have is nothing but falsehood, distortion, and coercion—worldly leaven clothed as “teaching” and “inspiration,”leading them to become pastors and apostles who masquerade as God’s messengers but are in truth servants of the antichrist.

Prayers that are not united with the love of the cross and that are driven by worldly dreams, ambitions, and desires only increase sin and greed. Such prayers are rooted in vain faith and dead faith. These dead faiths, which do not produce eternal life but only lead to death, remain trapped in the pit of sin—endlessly repenting and reflecting, yet returning to sin again and again. Because they confuse this foolish pattern of regret and reflection with true repentance, which was granted the forgiveness of Christ, they live a faith and life that can never break free from sin.

Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin.(John 8 : 34)

For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. For he that said, Do not commit adultery, said also, Do not kill. Now if thou commit no adultery, yet if thou kill, thou art become a transgressor of the law.(James 2 : 10~11)

And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient; Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers, Backbiters, haters of God, despiteful, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents, Without understanding, covenantbreakers, without natural affection, implacable, unmerciful: Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them.(Romans 1 : 28~32)

Because they belong to the world, they always commit sin according to their own gain and interests—and everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. How, then, can there be forgiveness of sins for those whose lives are testified not by love, but by sin? The resurrection and salvation of Christ are teachings that follow the love of the cross. Therefore, we too must carry our own cross, and according to the holy will of God, love, cherish, and serve our brothers and neighbors as ourselves—upholding the greatest law and the highest commandment. Only through this love of the cross do we receive the forgiveness of sins and the salvation of resurrection.

If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?(James 2 : 15~20)

And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness.(Ezekiel 33 : 31)

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God, the source of love.

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us. Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. We love him, because he first loved us. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also.(1 John 4 : 7~21)

For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.(Romans 13 : 4~5)

Thou gavest also thy good spirit to instruct them, and withheldest not thy manna from their mouth, and gavest them water for their thirst.(Nehemiah 9 : 20)

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.(Galatians 5 : 22~23)

**As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love. These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.(**John 15 : 9~14)

By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.(Hebrews 13 : 15~16)

Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.(2 Corinthians 9 : 7~9)

Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance. He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies. He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.(Psalms 112 : 6~9)

He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor. The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.(Proverbs 14 : 31~32)

For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.(Hosea 6 : 6)

But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.(Matthew 9 : 13)

And to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the soul, and with all the strength, and to love his neighbour as himself, is more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices. And when Jesus saw that he answered discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not far from the kingdom of God. And no man after that durst ask him any question.(Mark 12 : 33~34)

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Discerning Between Pastors Who Merely Claim the Spirit and Those Who Truly Possess the Holy Spirit of God

Today, in churches and among pastors, the word Holy Spirit—the sacred Spirit of God—is used around as casually as something bought and sold. Whichever church you go to, most pastors and believers confidently claim that they have received the Holy Spirit. As such, the Holy Spirit is now a term commonly and indiscriminately used across modern churches. However, though many claim to have received the Spirit, there is no evidence—anywhere in this world—that corresponds to the true testimony of those who have received the Spirit according to what is written in Scripture.

If the Holy Spirit acknowledged by today’s churches were truly the Spirit of Christ—the Spirit of God, the source of love who follows the path of the cross—then, just as the Scriptures declare, the testimony and evidence of the Spirit should be clearly revealed. That would be the genuine and authentic proof of the Spirit of Christ. But if there is no such evidence according to the Word, then it is undoubtedly not the true Spirit of Christ, nor is it the Spirit of God. Rather, it is a spirit that impersonates the Holy Spirit—a spirit of the world, a spirit of pride, the spirit of Satan himself. It is a counterfeit and fabricated spirit.

The corruption, defilement, and distortion of Christianity today is not only the fault of the pastors; the believers themselves are also greatly to blame. Why? Because they believe the false sermons and teachings of pastors that are not grounded in the Word. Why do they follow only the interpretations and theories of pastors—teachings that are neither found in nor aligned with Scripture?

This is clear evidence that most believers today do not personally read or examine the Word. They remain unaware that sermons and interpretations have distorted and altered the true meaning of Scripture. And this ignorance proves that countless believers are not centering their faith on the true content of the Bible. Furthermore, it shows they have nothing to do with the salvation that comes from following the love of the cross—a salvation given to form within us the divine nature, the temple of God’s heart that resembles Him. This is because they have been deceived and used by the inspiration of leaven, pursuing only the satisfaction, happiness, ideals, and desires that belong to their worldly lives—chasing hopes and wishes that are bound to perish with the world—having been conditioned and accustomed their whole lives to merely listening to the Word without truly living it.

In other words, God—the source of love—created mankind to bestow upon them the glory of being His children. To make them true children of God, they must come to possess the divine nature that resembles God. That is why He sent the love of the cross.

But rather than seeking the sacrificial life of Christ—the life of faith, hope, and love that follows the cross—people believe only to fulfill their own worldly and fleshly desires. Their faith is entirely centered on satisfying their own ambitions, dreams, and desires. They seek comfort and assurance solely for themselves and their families: that they may be safe, well-fed, and prosperous. Such faith is no different from the superstition and fortune-seeking prayers offered by pagan religions to false gods.

Their belief exists for the sake of their own comfort. Their god and their Christ are nothing more than tools used to fulfill their worldly hopes and ambitions. In truth, the Word spoken by God and Christ holds no place in their hearts. Instead, they only choose to hear and learn what aligns with their earthly desires, aspirations, and satisfactions—seeking comfort, not truth.

And because of such false believers—those who claim to believe in God while actually chasing their own gain—the holy will of God, His sacred love, and the noble sacrifice of the cross have become a subject of ridicule among unbelievers.

The fundamental reason God, the source of love, created mankind was to make them His children—children of God who resemble Him—so that they may partake in the eternal glory that God Himself enjoys. Therefore, to form within us the divine nature that mirrors His, He sent to this world the love of the cross.

This love of the cross is the very character of God. It is the beautiful temple of the divine heart. It is the everlasting covenant for mankind. It is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

Therefore, if one has truly received the Holy Spirit—the Spirit of God, who is the source of love—then surely, without fail, there must be evidence and fruit in their life that follows the love and sacrifice of the cross. A life that acts in love, walking in the example and model of Christ—that alone is the true mark of those who possess the Spirit of God.

If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?(James 2 : 15~20)

And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness.(Ezekiel 33 : 31~32)

First. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God, the source of love.

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us. Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. We love him, because he first loved us. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also.(1 John 4 : 7~21)

For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.(Romans 13 : 4~5)

Thou gavest also thy good spirit to instruct them, and withheldest not thy manna from their mouth, and gavest them water for their thirst.(Nehemiah 9 : 20)

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.(Galatians 5 : 22~23)

As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love. These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.(John 15 : 9~14)

By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.(Hebrews 13 : 15~16)

Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.(2 Corinthians 9 : 7~9)

Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance. He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies. He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.(Psalms 112 : 6~9)

He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor. The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.(Proverbs 14 : 31~32)

For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.(Hosea 6 : 6)

But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.(Matthew 9 : 13)

And to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the soul, and with all the strength, and to love his neighbour as himself, is more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices. And when Jesus saw that he answered discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not far from the kingdom of God. And no man after that durst ask him any question.(Mark 12 : 33~34)

Whoever they may be—if they do not feed, give, and care for the poor and needy sheep and brothers, if they do not bear within them the love of the cross that cherishes, serves, and cares for others through charity and acts of service—then they are by no means people who have received the Holy Spirit, nor the anointing, nor are they born again, nor have they obtained salvation.

Anyone who does not have the character of God cannot become a child of God. And whoever does not have the love of Christ cannot be one of His people. Today, we are living in an age where those who merely follow words and theories—without the example or model of the love of the cross—have corrupted salvation, spiritual gifts, and the doctrine of the Holy Spirit with layer upon layer of lies and distortions.

The Holy Spirit is now being misused as a justification and tool to satisfy personal greed, as if it were a private possession handed out by pastors. This is the wretched reality of today’s degenerate churches.

Within these modern churches that exalt only words and theories, there is no faith that bears the love of the cross—a love that serves, cherishes, and cares for others. Instead, though outwardly they may seem gentle, inwardly they are filled with jealousy and hatred. Most of the believers inside and outside the church live with a double heart and duplicity—saying one thing, doing another. That is why jealousy, hatred, quarrels, strife, divisions, and slander are never absent from most churches today. In such faith, where even church members argue, resent, and divide among themselves, how could the love of the cross that loves even one’s enemies possibly dwell?

It must also be understood that the majority of today’s Christian churches were not spread through a beautiful love that communicates, helps, cherishes, and serves one another. Rather, they were spread through envy, hatred, disputes, and division—conflicts between senior pastors and associate pastors, between pastors and elders, and through factionalism driven by the desire to claim titles of authority.

This testifies to the absence of the love of the cross—the character of God that is essential for true salvation. It also reveals that today’s believers are merely repeating the vain teachings of churches and pastors who only speak of words and theories without ever practicing the love of the cross.

How, then, is the love spoken of by heretical religions any different from the empty love spoken of in Christianity today? Is it not because of the love and sacrifice of Christ—who gave His body for us—that we can now stand before God without shame, boldly and confidently calling Him Lord? What other path or religion dares compare itself to the love that sacrifices even one’s own life?

In all heaven and earth, where can there be anything greater, higher, deeper, nobler, more glorious, or more worthy than the love of the cross? And yet, abandoning this great and glorious love and sacrifice of the cross, Christianity now leads only with words and theories. What then distinguishes it from false religions? What authority does it have to instruct them? Thus, instead of becoming examples and models of the cross, churches, pastors, and believers have become those who disgrace the love of the cross through their empty speech and doctrine. O Israel, who crucifies Christ a second time—how are you any different from your forefathers?

For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect.(1 Corinthians 1 : 17~18)

Satan and demons also teach with words to feed, give, and share—but do not be led any longer by the spirits of demons and Satan who only teach in words. Instead, seek the true shepherd who teaches by example and model, following the love of the cross in practice and deed!

And all that believed were together, and had all things common; And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.(Acts 2 : 44~47)

And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all. Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, And laid them down at the apostles’ feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.(Acts 4 : 30~35)

Though they speak of feeding, giving, and sharing with their lips and outward appearance, in truth, they do so to satisfy their insatiable appetites and selfish desires. They have stolen the tithes and offerings—meant to feed the poor and needy lambs of God—for themselves. What they have inherited and passed down are the traditions, customs, and religious practices born of their own lawlessness, falsehood, and greed. These have been used to justify the building of ever-larger and grander church structures, burdening believers even more with financial exhaustion and material strain. Among the tools most abused for this purpose is the very name of the Holy Spirit.

The fundamental purpose for which God created mankind was never that man might live in comfort, or eat well, or enjoy worldly prosperity, as is the case today. Rather, it was to bestow upon them the glory of becoming children of God who resemble Him. In other words, God, the source of love, sent the love of the cross to this earth in order to create children who resemble the source of love Himself.

Therefore, the love of the cross is the divine nature that resembles God—worthy of becoming His child; it is the sign of salvation and resurrection, the way, the truth, and the life that leads to becoming a child of salvation. Thus, salvation cannot exist without love; faith without love is dead; and a “Holy Spirit” without love is false—it is the abominable spirit of Satan disguised as God, and the deceptive prophecy, tongue, and anointing of the devil masquerading as Christ.

The Holy Spirit—who is the Spirit of God—is the divine nature that comes from the source of love. It is revealed through beautiful hearts united in charity and service, in which people feed, give, share, care for, cherish, and serve one another. The Holy Spirit exists only in those who bear the fruits of a loving heart, a merciful heart, a joyful heart, a gentle heart, a kind heart, a peaceable heart, a temperate heart, a patient heart, and an obedient heart.

Those who chase after their worldly desires, dreams, satisfactions, and ambitions can never possess the Holy Spirit. Those who walk according to the flesh and the world cannot embody the highest law and supreme commandment of God—to love others as themselves through self-sacrifice. Rather, according to their own interests, they are constantly filled with jealousy, hatred, lust, pride, deceit, and quarrels. It cannot be otherwise.

But only those who abandon all their worldly ideals, values, hopes, desires, and ambitions, and instead live according to the holy will of God—feeding, giving, and sharing for poor and needy brothers and neighbors through charity and service, caring for and cherishing one another, and serving one another in the love of the cross—only they possess the character of God fitting to become His children. The love of Christ that leads to salvation—this is the Holy Spirit.

Yet today, the reason why so many churches now teach and learn about false spirits, counterfeit gifts, and corrupted tongues (incantation), as if they were gifts and grace from God, is because they have inherited layer upon layer of lawlessness and lies. These teachings come from those who see the tithes and offerings—meant to feed the sheep—as a means of satisfying their own insatiable greed under the guise of hypocritical worship. And they continue to teach these distortions as doctrine.

To possess the Spirit of God, who created all things, is to possess the truth that comprehends even the secrets and wisdom hidden in the deepest parts of God. The Holy Spirit belongs to the divine realm, beyond human reason, intellect, or common sense. It reveals the mysteries, wisdom, and power that lie far beyond the limits and ideals of man.

Therefore, for someone who claims to have received the Holy Spirit—yet learns and teaches through commentaries and human interpretations—is completely inconsistent with the content and logic of the Word. It is contradictory for someone who claims to have received the Spirit of full understanding to learn and teach according to human systems.

Those who have received the Holy Spirit are united with heaven and understand all the ways of God. Thus, they do not learn by hearing from others—they have already received directly from God and continue to be enlightened by Him. If believers today had truly received the Holy Spirit, then there would be no reason whatsoever for them to sit under the teachings of pastors. To do so is, in fact, opposed to the content of the Word.

One must ask oneself: Is it right to believe in the Word, or to believe in a so-called “Holy Spirit” that has no fruit or evidence—merely a confident and zealous assertion rooted in pride? The wise thing to do is to discern this by one’s conscience and quickly flee from the path of pride.

Second. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of truth, who searches all things.

But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.(1 Corinthians 2 : 10)

But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.(1 John 2 : 27)

Who hath directed the Spirit of the LORD, or being his counseller hath taught him? With whom took he counsel, and who instructed him, and taught him in the path of judgment, and taught him knowledge, and shewed to him the way of understanding?(Isaiah 40 : 13~14)

But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.(1 John 2 : 20)

Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints: To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory: Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus: Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily.(Colossians 1 : 26~29)

Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.(Amos 3 : 7)

For he received from God the Father honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. And this voice which came from heaven we heard, when we were with him in the holy mount. We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts: Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.(2 Peter 1 : 17~21)

That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. For though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ. As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him: Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving. Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.(Colossians 2 : 2~8)

God is the Sovereign Lord of all creation. Therefore, the Holy Spirit—who is the Spirit of the Sovereign Lord over all—is the Spirit of understanding who teaches all the deep mysteries of God and all the secrets of the kingdom of heaven. He is the Spirit of truth, the Spirit of the Word. For this reason, those who have received the Spirit fully understand, and there is no reason they should be unable to know the contents of the Scriptures. It is not through human intellect or head, nor by attending seminaries or studying books, nor by relying on commentaries or interpretations, that one learns and teaches. The Holy Spirit is never given according to worldly or human patterns. Rather, He is the wisdom of the heart that is received through meekness, peace, and a pure heart. This is a power-filled Word—a profound and wondrous mystery—that can never be understood through human logic, but only by those who have truly received the Holy Spirit.

Thus, those who belong to the world and the flesh pursue teachings and inspiration only to fulfill worldly success, personal desires, and happiness—things that have nothing to do with salvation. But those who are of heaven teach only the wisdom of heaven and the mysteries of the kingdom of God, which are fitting for salvation.

Therefore, whether one is a pastor or a believer, if they seek after worldly things, they belong to the world. If they pursue fleshly things, they are of the flesh. And for this reason, they are not people who have received the Holy Spirit.

The “power of the Holy Spirit” that so many churches, pastors, and believers claim today is, in truth, entirely different from what is written in the Word. It is the same kind of spiritual activity found among shamans and spiritists who serve worldly spirits and idols.

The violent, convulsive, frenzied prayers that resemble demonic possession, along with their unintelligible, repetitive incantations masquerading as tongues—these are grotesque and disturbing prayers that call upon Satan. And yet, they are mistaken for the tongues of God. These are not gifts of the Holy Spirit but the spiritual powers of demons, led by Satan.

The prayers of those who belong to the perishing world and the flesh are prayers that seek only their own worldly glory, hope, and desires—things that perish with the world. They only serve to enlarge sin and greed within them. Such people can never be born again. They repeat the cycle of sin and regret, only to be accustomed and hardened in their iniquity—desensitizing even their consciences. And so they fill their mouths with clever arguments and excuses to justify sin. These churches, pastors, and believers are being corrupted by theories and claims that continue to change and decay.

Their desires and requests are always in opposition to the will of God. They hold vain hopes, longings, satisfaction, and visions of success that are no different from those of the pagans of the world.

Such people disgrace the love of the cross, which was given so that the children of salvation might partake in the eternal glory and blessing of God. These are distorted prayers and vain faiths—born of human greed—which have lost the original purpose for which God created mankind. (Exodus 20 : 7)(Deuteronomy 5 : 11)

Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.(Exodus 20 : 7)(Deuteronomy 5 : 11)

And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind. For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things.(Luke 12 : 29~31)(Matthew 6 : 31~32)(James 4 : 3~4)

Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;(Ephesians 5 : 1~3)

Third. The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of power, with whom nothing shall be impossible.

If one has faith even as small as a mustard seed, he can move mountains and divide the seas. Therefore, for those who truly possess the Holy Spirit, there is nothing that shall be impossible for them. Yet today, though it is claimed that not just thousands but hundreds of millions have received the Holy Spirit, never once have we seen mountains moved or seas parted. Nor has there been a single case of the dead being raised since the apostles of Christ. This raises a question that must be made absolutely clear: Is the Word itself false, or are the “holy spirits” spread throughout the world today false? Can it be said that those who do not even possess faith the size of a mustard seed have truly received the Holy Spirit?

In other words, would it make any sense to say that an infant who cannot even crawl can run like a grown adult? How can those who do not even show the power of a mustard seed claim they have received the Holy Spirit? This is the question I would ask the consciences of all who say they have received the Holy Spirit.

And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.(Matthew 17 : 20)

If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.(John 15 : 7)

Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.(Mark 9 : 23)

For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.(1 Thessalonians 2 : 13)

For the kingdom of God is not in word, but in power.(1 Corinthians 4 : 20)

When a prophet speaketh in the name of the LORD, if the thing follow not, nor come to pass, that is the thing which the LORD hath not spoken, but the prophet hath spoken it presumptuously: thou shalt not be afraid of him.(Deuteronomy 18 : 22)

Aside from the miracles of Christ’s apostles recorded in Scripture, where today can we find any true shepherds—or those who possess genuine faith, spiritual gifts, or anointing—who have raised the dead, healed the crippled, or opened the eyes of the blind with the power of God?

Today, countless millions claim to have received the Holy Spirit, or spiritual gifts, or anointing, yet they do not even possess faith the size of a mustard seed. And still, they teach that “to the one who believes, nothing shall be impossible.” But how can those without even mustard-seed faith be said to be Spirit-filled, born again, anointed, gifted, apostles, prophets, or shepherds?

What, then, is the Holy Spirit that fills these hundreds of millions? What is a pastor, what is faith, and what are these so-called gifts, when they are devoid of God’s holy power, evidence, and manifestation?

It is entirely proper to weigh and discern all these things clearly by the standard of the Word.

Any pastor in whom God’s power is not revealed is surely one who possesses a false spirit—one that belongs to this perishing world and to the flesh—and he is headed toward judgment. The Holy Spirit in whom God’s authority is not made manifest is never the true Spirit of God, but the proud, false, and fabricated spirit born of deception, which belongs to Satan. It is a delusional faith.

Anyone who has received the Spirit of God—the Holy Spirit—must reveal the following evidence, fruit, and result:

First

The Holy Spirit, who is the Spirit of God—the source of love—is the Spirit of love.

Therefore, the true Spirit must be evident in lives that pursue the love of the cross—feeding, giving, sharing for others in charity and service. In this, people care for, cherish, and serve one another, forming beautiful hearts that resemble God—the divine nature. Any “Holy Spirit” that is not accompanied by this kind of example and fruit cannot exist. It is a false and abominable spirit. It is, in fact, not the Holy Spirit but the spirit of the world disguised as the Spirit, and the spirit of Satan.

Second

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of truth who searches and knows all things.

God, who from before the foundation of the world established all things by His Word, is the Spirit of truth. Therefore, the Holy Spirit carries the wisdom to comprehend all the mysteries, wisdom, and truth of heaven and of God. It is entirely proper and expected that one who has the Spirit knows clearly and deeply the truth about God, the kingdom of heaven, and the Scriptures. Those who prepare sermons by using commentaries, interpretations, human explanations, worldly common sense, or secular education testify against themselves that they do not possess the Spirit of truth that discerns all things. The “Holy Spirit” they claim is not the Spirit of truth, but the deceitful spirit of Satan—born of pride and force.

The most dangerous and deceptive spirits of Satan are those who disguise themselves as apostles of God and shepherds of Christ. They steal tithes and offerings meant to feed the poor and needy lambs, using them as tools to fill their own bellies and satisfy their selfish ambitions. They justify these actions by institutionalizing them through the worldly systems of the Presbyterian Church, Methodist Church, Baptist Church, and Holiness Church—systems approved by man.

And so they teach not the Word of God, but the traditions, customs, commandments, and doctrines they have created for themselves—doctrines born of greed and justified through worldly approval. These are shepherds of the world who attempt to serve both God and mammon.

Third

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of power, with whom nothing shall be impossible.

They teach, “To the one who believes, nothing shall be impossible,” and yet they cannot even heal the illnesses of their own congregation. If faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains, then where is the evidence of that power today? Where are the raised dead, the healed crippled, the opened eyes of the blind? These so-called “spiritual leaders” who bear no signs of God’s power or glory do not possess the Holy Spirit. Those who only teach with their mouths that “nothing shall be impossible,” yet cannot even heal the believer next to them—what they teach is pure hypocrisy. Who, then, is teaching whom?

Thus, the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of love, the Spirit of truth who discerns all things, and the Spirit of power with whom nothing is impossible. Therefore, any so-called pastor, spiritual gift, prophecy, or manifestation that does not show clear evidence and demonstration, according to the Word, is undoubtedly false. These are people teaching with a worldly spirit, mimicking and imitating the Holy Spirit. They are those who claim to have received the Holy Spirit, but in fact possess the spirit of Satan.

Their defining characteristic is this: because they try to serve both God and material things, their faith is driven by worldly ambition. Their “faith” chases after their own desires, goals, and fleshly dreams—disguising them as if they were God’s callings or divine talents. But this is nothing more than a deluded religion.

Their prayers and requests are entirely detached from salvation and aim only to fulfill their own worldly hopes, ambitions, and desires. The “Holy Spirit” they speak of is a deluded spirit; their prophecy is abominable; their tongues are unclean; their so-called “rebirth” is forced and false; their testimonies are blasphemous; their desperate prayers are misguided; and their faith is vain.

And there came forth a spirit, and stood before the LORD, and said, I will persuade him. And the LORD said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And he said, Thou shalt persuade him, and prevail also: go forth, and do so.(1 Kings 22 : 21~22)(2 Chronicles 18 : 20~22)

For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.(2 Corinthians 11 : 13~15)

According to the Word of the Bible, any shepherd, witness, teaching, spirit, prophecy, tongue, or testimony that lacks evidence is, put simply, false. It is a dead faith that fails to unite with the love of the cross, belonging to those who seek to serve both God and the world, together with material things. Such people are nothing but adversaries and enemies who have betrayed and despised the holy will of God.

The greatest heresy on this earth is found in those who call themselves shepherds claiming to teach about God, and in the churchgoers who call themselves true Christians. Salvation does not come from being a Christian in name, but from living the life of Christ—following the love of the cross.

It is not through sermons and doctrines led by words and theories from Christian pastors that one attains salvation, but through obedience and action according to the Word—by bearing the cross and following it. True salvation is found in the beautiful life that resembles God, a life born from the love of the cross, set forth as an example and model to follow.

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u/jin2795 — 15 days ago
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Ever hear of the Rebellion of Dismas?

It is found in the Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew. Where it gives the account and backstory of the penitent thief. Of whom was crucified next to CHRIST JESUS. Would it surprise you all that this person actually allowed Mary and Joseph with new born baby JESUS in tow to leave out of Bethlehem during the massacre of the innocents? When his father found out he disowned him. Thus Dismas turned to thievery. This was something I never read about and it fascinates me… that the man that Joseph convinced,because they were not of noble blood, to let them go ended up having salvation and dying with the LORD on Golgotha. 😭 we serve an amazing GOD yall!! I am left in awe! ✝️🙏🏼🙏🛐 Thanks be to GOD in all things for those who love HIM and are called for HIS purpose!

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u/KainCasca — 1 month ago
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It's a daily renewing of our minds not just one and done that is baptism.

Jesus emphasized the importance of taking up our crosses as a commitment to discipleship. In the Gospels, He instructs His followers to deny themselves and carry their crosses daily. This act symbolizes the willingness to endure hardships and sacrifices for the sake of following Him.

Key Scriptures

Matthew 16:24: "Then Jesus told His disciples, 'If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.'" This verse highlights the necessity of self-denial and commitment to Jesus

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Luke 9:23: "He said to all of them, 'Those who want to come with me must say no to the things they want, pick up their crosses every day, and follow me.'" This reinforces the daily nature of this commitment.

Every morning we take our first conscious breath we should take it asking JESUS CHRIST to walk with us! If you start with HIM you will have already succeeded in the hardest part of our daily walk! I have missed the mark but thank GOD JESUS CHRIST died for all the sins that I am going to make. But it doesn't mean im off the hook ohh no! GOD forbid! Less I make JESUS get back up on that cross. I hope this helps someone… just remember if you have fear you are not perfected in love! Ask the FATHER to make your cup overflow! 🙏✝️🛐 HE is SPIRIT and LOVE after all… all the good in this life is truly from HIM! Praise JESUS CHRIST!

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u/KainCasca — 25 days ago

Answer for "Do non-Christians go to hell? And if they do, can they truthfully repent and accept Jesus and go to Heaven or do they get eternally tormented with no way to end it?"

>Do non-Christians go to hell? And if they do, can they truthfully repent and accept Jesus and go to Heaven or do they get eternally tormented with no way to end it?

The Bible states that the children of God do not commit sin. It also says that whoever sins belongs to the devil. Regardless of whether a person is a Christian or a non-Christian, anyone who sins is a sinner before God and a child of the devil. Therefore, those who continually repeat sin are not true Christians, nor are they followers of Christ, but rather children of the devil who are destined for judgment. All people who follow their desires by nature inevitably fall into sin due to their greed. That is why they are called ‘children of wrath’ by nature.

Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others.(Ephesians 2 : 2-3)

He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.(1 John 3 : 8)

Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin. (John 8 : 34)

The Bible states that the children of God do not commit sin.

Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God. In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother.(1 John 3 : 9-10)

The Bible states that the children of God do not commit sin. It also declares that everyone who sins belongs to the devil. Whether one is a Christian or a non-Christian, anyone who commits sin is a sinner before God and merely a child of the devil. Therefore, those who continually repeat sin are not true followers of Christ but rather children of the devil, destined for judgment. By nature, all who follow their desires are inevitably led to sin because of their greed. That is why they are called ‘children of wrath’ by nature.

Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others.(Ephesians 2 : 2-3)

Those who believe in God for the sake of obtaining salvation cannot enter the kingdom of heaven. Likewise, those who claim to believe in God simply by attending worship services will never enter heaven. God is love.

And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.(1 John 4 : 16)

Only those who abide in love truly abide in God, and that love is the love of the cross—sacrificing even one’s own life.

For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself.(Romans 14 : 7)

For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another.(Galatians 5 : 13-15)

Christ commanded that you also lay down your lives for your brothers, even to the point of giving up your own life. A life of self-sacrifice is the life of Christ. However, Christians do not live a life of sacrifice. Instead, they live for their own desires, lusts, and greed, pursuing nothing but their own happiness, success, and prosperity.

Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.(Exodus 20 : 7)(Deuteronomy 5 : 11)(Leviticus 19 : 11-12)

But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; (Ephesians 5 : 3)

That is why they only offer vain prayers. It is written, ‘Do not cry out in vain,’ yet they continue to offer vain prayers where only unclean spirits can work. They do not live the life of Christ but instead live a life of the flesh, spending their entire lives praying only for worldly concerns—family problems, business problems, job problems, relationship issues, family conflicts, and children’s issues. How can such people ever follow the love of the cross? Christians who do not have the love of Christ are not true followers of Christ. Only true Christians can be saved. Not those who merely call themselves Christians, but only those who truly live the life of Christ—those who follow the path of sacrifice, even to the point of giving up their own lives—only they, who hold on to the hope of Christ, can receive salvation.

For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.(Titus 2 : 11-14)

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u/jin2795 — 28 days ago

The Spirit of God and the spirit of Satan -1

All religion is made by man. Therefore, no matter what kind of religionist one may be, or what kind of religion one may believe in, one can never escape the limits of man. For this reason, even Christians cannot help but commit sin throughout their entire lives. Unlike the children of love who follow the will of God and dwell in the love of God, Christians have become slaves to man-made religion, revering it as though it were God, as though it were an idol. Thus, they have become slaves to the inspiration and teachings of words, enslaved to the awakenings, determinations, and resolutions of their own flesh, which only follow human passion, so that they cannot help but repeat sin until death. And so, most Christians have long since become slaves of sin, bound within evil members and habits that cannot help but repeat sin until the end of their lives.

Woe unto you, ye blind guides, which say, Whosoever shall swear by the temple, it is nothing; but whosoever shall swear by the gold of the temple, he is a debtor! Ye fools and blind: for whether is greater, the gold, or the temple that sanctifieth the gold? And, Whosoever shall swear by the altar, it is nothing; but whosoever sweareth by the gift that is upon it, he is guilty. Ye fools and blind: for whether is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifieth the gift?(Matthew 23 : 16~28)

Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, are these. For if ye throughly amend your ways and your doings; if ye throughly execute judgment between a man and his neighbour; If ye oppress not the stranger, the fatherless, and the widow, and shed not innocent blood in this place, neither walk after other gods to your hurt: Then will I cause you to dwell in this place, in the land that I gave to your fathers, for ever and ever. Behold, ye trust in lying words, that cannot profit. Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not; And come and stand before me in this house, which is called by my name, and say, We are delivered to do all these abominations? Is this house, which is called by my name, become a den of robbers in your eyes? Behold, even I have seen it, saith the LORD.(Jeremiah 7 : 4~11)

And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.(Matthew 21 : 13)

Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings.(Malachi 3 : 8)

Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles?…(Matthew 7 : 15~18)

The truth of God is the power of God that is revealed in the love of God. When the love of God is poured into our hearts, the truth leads us to obtain the divine power that works to put to death the evil human habits that cannot be overcome by mere awakening, determination, or resolution. The mighty power of God that leads us to be set free from sin and to be born again is love. In love is power, in love is wisdom, and in love is truth. Therefore, it is not human learning, scholarship, knowledge, or theory that is learned and studied by the human head and intellect, as with men (Colossians 2:2–23) (Galatians 4:9–11) (Isaiah 28:10–13) (Proverbs 19:27–29).

Those who continue in sin prove that they belong to the world, and the Scripture already testifies that they are children of the devil. You also are not a true Christian, and that is why today’s outcome has come upon you. I now present to you the only way of escape. Continue in reading carefully until the end, and you will see the path of life. If you go to the site Dialogues with the Almighty and read the contents therein, you will find all the answers you seek, and you will also be shown how you must now live.

…He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil. Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin;…(1 John 3 : 5~10)

Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin.(John 8 : 34)

But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil. Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.(James 4 : 16~17)

And because their faith is that of lifelong listeners who seek only their own happiness, success, ideals, and prosperity—instead of the beautiful sacrificial love of Christ and the holy will of God—even the social service, kindness, and charity that anyone in the world can do are paraded as if they were the love of the cross that lays down one’s life; thus Christians have become a laughingstock to the devotees of every false religion. Most such Christians act one way inside the church and another outside; their outward show and inner reality differ; their words and deeds do not match. They perfect only a duplicitous craft that pretends to be holy, kind, courteous, humble, and good. These are Christians who cannot escape the human limit of repeating sin until death. This is because neither all religions nor Christianity was made by God; they were made by humans for their lusts—therefore, within Christianity, not even a mustard-seed of faith, evidence, or fruit appears.

And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.(Matthew 17 : 20)

If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.(John 15 : 7)

Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence toward God. And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight. And this is his commandment, That we should believe on the name of his Son Jesus Christ, and love one another, as he gave us commandment. And he that keepeth his commandments dwelleth in him, and he in him. And hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the Spirit which he hath given us**.**(1 John 3 : 21~24)

That in over two thousand years of the history of Catholicism and Christianity not a single person has shown even the power, the testimony, or the fruit as small as a grain of mustard seed, proves that there has never been even one who possessed the faith of Christ that is blameless before God. And this clearly demonstrates that all religions today which claim to believe in God are, before Him, the greatest adversary, the greatest enemy, and the greatest antichrist. Therefore, it is also clear proof that all believers and all who teach, unable to come out of the path of sinners, cannot help but repeat sin all their lives until death. The undeniable evidence of this is the very sins that are repeated in you. But the testimony of the children of God and of Christians is the power and might revealed in love—the power and might of goodness and righteousness that overcomes all sin.

Those who have not even a mustard seed of faith, who cannot help but repeat sin until death, are children of the devil. Yet they claim themselves to be children of God, true Christians, shepherds of God, receivers of the Holy Spirit, speakers in tongues, workers of power, prophets, or witnesses. They rationalize the signs and wonders of demons—the very phenomena found among shamans and false religions who serve other spirits, never found in the Scriptures—as though they were from God, as though from Christ, as though from the Holy Spirit. Within Christianity, they teach communion with spirits as though it were receiving the Holy Spirit; they call incantations and sorcery that summon spirits “tongues”; they call fortune-telling and divination “prophecy”; they call every kind of demonic wonder “the miracles of God.” And because they serve God together with the world and material wealth, their prayers—being for nothing but worldly ideals, hopes, happiness, blessings—are prayers for lust in which demons must inevitably work. Thus those who seek the world receive the god of this world; those who seek wealth receive the god of wealth; those who seek lust receive the god of lust; those who seek carnal passion receive carnal passion—as if such were God, or Christ, or an angel, disguised and masquerading.

All human beings, from a very young age, are inevitably raised indiscriminately under these seven hidden emotional sins: the spirit of envy works in those who envy, the spirit of jealousy in those who are jealous, the spirit of hatred in those who hate, the spirit of pride in those who are proud, the spirit of lust in those who harbor lust, the spirit of anger in those who harbor wrath, and the spirit of falsehood in those who practice lies. In other words, it is the same seven demons that once worked in Mary Magdalene.

He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him; When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart.(Proverbs 26 : 24~28)

When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and finding none, he saith, I will return unto my house whence I came out. And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished. Then goeth he, and taketh to him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in, and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first.(Luke 11 : 24~26)(Matthew 12 : 43)

Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had cast seven devils. And she went and told them that had been with him, as they mourned and wept. And they, when they had heard that he was alive, and had been seen of her, believed not.(Mark 16 : 9~11)

For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.(2 Corinthians 11 : 13~15)

Because people serve God together with the world and with material things, they end up teaching and learning every kind of corruption, heresy, and falsehood, and thus all kinds of deceiving spirits are at work. To those who seek the world, the god of the world works; to those who seek material things, the god of material things works; to those who seek lust, the god of lust works; and to those who seek carnal desire, the god of carnal desire works—disguising themselves as if they were God or Christ. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error.(1 John 4 : 6)

Therefore speak unto them, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Every man of the house of Israel that setteth up his idols in his heart, and putteth the stumblingblock of his iniquity before his face, and cometh to the prophet; I the LORD will answer him that cometh according to the multitude of his idols; That I may take the house of Israel in their own heart, because they are all estranged from me through their idols. Therefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Repent, and turn yourselves from your idols; and turn away your faces from all your abominations. For every one of the house of Israel, or of the stranger that sojourneth in Israel, which separateth himself from me, and setteth up his idols in his heart, and putteth the stumblingblock of his iniquity before his face, and cometh to a prophet to inquire of him concerning me; I the LORD will answer him by myself: And I will set my face against that man, and will make him a sign and a proverb, and I will cut him off from the midst of my people; and ye shall know that I am the LORD. And if the prophet be deceived when he hath spoken a thing, I the LORD have deceived that prophet, and I will stretch out my hand upon him, and will destroy him from the midst of my people Israel.(Ezekiel 14 : 4~11)

Thus saith the LORD, The heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool: where is the house that ye build unto me? and where is the place of my rest? For all those things hath mine hand made, and those things have been, saith the LORD: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word. He that killeth an ox is as if he slew a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, as if he cut off a dog’s neck; he that offereth an oblation, as if he offered swine’s blood; he that burneth incense, as if he blessed an idol. Yea, they have chosen their own ways, and their soul delighteth in their abominations. I also will choose their delusions, and will bring their fears upon them; because when I called, none did answer; when I spake, they did not hear: but they did evil before mine eyes, and chose that in which I delighted not.(Isaiah 66 : 1~4)

Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would not have you ignorant. Ye know that ye were Gentiles, carried away unto these dumb idols, even as ye were led.(1 Corinthians 12 : 1~2)

Those who have not even a mustard seed of faith, who cannot help but repeat sin until death, are children of the devil. Yet they claim themselves to be children of God, true Christians, shepherds of God, receivers of the Holy Spirit, speakers in tongues, workers of power, prophets, or witnesses. They rationalize the signs and wonders of demons—the very phenomena found among shamans and false religions who serve other spirits, never found in the Scriptures—as though they were from God, as though from Christ, as though from the Holy Spirit.

For though there be that are called gods, whether in heaven or in earth, (as there be gods many, and lords many,) But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.(1 Corinthians 8 : 5~6)

Thus shall ye say unto them, The gods that have not made the heavens and the earth, even they shall perish from the earth, and from under these heavens.(Jeremiah 10 : 11)

O LORD our God, other lords beside thee have had dominion over us: but by thee only will we make mention of thy name.(Isaiah 26 : 13)

In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.(2 Corinthians 4 : 4)

Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God.(1 Corinthians 2 : 12)

The LORD will be terrible unto them: for he will famish all the gods of the earth; and men shall worship him, every one from his place, even all the isles of the heathen.(Zephaniah 2 : 11)

For I will pass through the land of Egypt this night, and will smite all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, both man and beast; and against all the gods of Egypt I will execute judgment: I am the LORD.(Exodus 12 : 12)

In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.(2 Corinthians 4 : 4)

Within Christianity, the principles of communion with demons are taught as though one had received the Holy Spirit; incantations and sorcery that call upon demons are turned into tongues; fortune-telling and divination are called prophecy; and all kinds of works of demons are proclaimed to be the miracles of God. Because they serve God together with the world and material things, their prayers are nothing but worldly—seeking their own secular ideals, hopes, happiness, and blessings. Thus, their prayers are all prayers driven by lusts in which demons inevitably work.

To those who seek the world, the god of the world responds; to those who seek material wealth, the god of material wealth; to those who seek lusts, the god of lusts; to those who long for greed, the god of greed; to those who seek carnal desires, the god of carnal desires; to those who pray for blessings, the god of blessings; to those who pray for worldly family, the god of family; to those who pursue the flesh, the god of the flesh; to those who pursue morality, the god of morality; to those who pursue only inspiration, the god of inspiration; to those who pursue only sermons, the god of sermons; to those who exalt only words, the god of words; to those who exalt only theories, the god of theories; to those who exalt knowledge, the god of knowledge; to those who value human wisdom, the god of wisdom; to those who exalt intellect, the god of intellect; to those who exalt thoughts, the god of thoughts; to those who pursue temper, the god of temper; to those who exalt their own willpower, the god of willpower; to those who exalt their own pride, the god of pride; to those who exalt their own determination, the god of determination; to those who exalt their own arguments, the god of arguments; to those who pursue religion, the god of religion; to those who pursue worldliness, the god of worldliness; to those who pursue worldly hope, the god of worldly hope; to those who seek affection, the god of affection; to those who desire worldly happiness, the god of worldly happiness; to those who exalt science, the god of science; to those who are bound by habits, the god of habits; and to those who worship the sun, the god of the sun; the moon, the god of the moon; the sea, the god of the sea; the river, the god of the river; the tree, the god of the tree; the earth, the god of the earth; the stars, the god of the stars; time, the god of time; and to those who worship local deities, the god of traditions.

Countless such gods appear disguised as if they were God, or as if they were Christ, or as if they were angels. This is the spirit of the world, to whom authority over worldly affairs has been granted before God.

For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also be transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works.(2 Corinthians 11 : 13~15)

Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God: And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world. Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them. We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us. Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error. Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.(1 John 4 : 1~8)

Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;(1 Timothy 4 : 1~2)

The reason why all Christians and all Catholics have not shown even the power, the evidence, or the fruit of faith as small as a mustard seed for over two thousand years is that they have never escaped from the evil habits of man, which make them repeat sin throughout their lives.

It is written that the children of God do not commit sin, and that the children of God are set free from sin. Yet the emotions and teachings of sermons that lead people to continue repeating sin all their lives are not the truth that guides them to receive the divine power that is revealed in the love of God. Can a life that continually repeats sin ever become an example and a model to the whole earth like the light and the salt?

Even most of the pastors who teach you have themselves become slaves of these gods, teaching with a fleshly faith as if it were God and as if it were the Word, thereby stirring up lust with worldly hopes that can only repeat sin all life long, and instructing through the inspiration of mere morality. This is why it is said that the blind lead the blind.

Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things. Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonour their own bodies between themselves: Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen.(Romans 1 : 21~25)

Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God. Remember ye not, that, when I was yet with you, I told you these things? And now ye know what withholdeth that he might be revealed in his time. For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way. And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.(2 Thessalonians 2 : 3~12)

A faith that is not measured by Scripture but believes by one’s own thoughts, claims, standards, and judgments is, in effect, saying that the self is the Word, the Christ, and God. Repentance is begin by bringing our lives—bound to repeat sin until death—into the light of the Word to expose what is wrong. Repentance that still repeats sin is worthless. The very purpose of repentance is the repentance of new birth, in which one no longer commits sin. Therefore, whoever goes on repeating sin, whoever they may be, is not a true Christian. A true Christian does not commit sin; the children of God, having been set free from sin, do not sin.

For the people turneth not unto him that smiteth them, neither do they seek the LORD of hosts. Therefore the LORD will cut off from Israel head and tail, branch and rush, in one day. The ancient and honourable, he is the head; and the prophet that teacheth lies, he is the tail. For the leaders of this people cause them to err; and they that are led of them are destroyed. Therefore the Lord shall have no joy in their young men, neither shall have mercy on their fatherless and widows: for every one is an hypocrite and an evildoer, and every mouth speaketh folly. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still.(Isaiah 9 : 13~17)

But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities. Whereas angels, which are greater in power and might, bring not railing accusation against them before the Lord. But these, as natural brute beasts, made to be taken and destroyed, speak evil of the things that they understand not; and shall utterly perish in their own corruption; And shall receive the reward of unrighteousness, as they that count it pleasure to riot in the day time. Spots they are and blemishes, sporting themselves with their own deceivings while they feast with you; Having eyes full of adultery, and that cannot cease from sin; beguiling unstable souls: an heart they have exercised with covetous practices; cursed children:(2 Peter 2 : 10~14)

Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.(Matthew 15 : 14)

All alike believe that if they simply trust in a religion that puts forward only the name of God, if they merely attend church, if they follow pastors or priests who are called shepherds, and if they only pray before Christ and before God in the name of Christ and in the name of God, then God and Christ will hear and answer them. Yet this is not so. For the purpose of God is to make them His children of love—so that by taking up their own cross, denying all their fleshly ideals, values, and even their very lives, and by sacrificing themselves to pursue the hope of Christ as the goal of the life of Christ, they may receive the power of love that leads them to salvation and build up within themselves the divine character of God.

But because they deny the hope of Christ, and instead chase after their own worldly lusts and desires, pursuing an unsatisfied happiness, success, ideals, and hopes that belong only to the flesh, they cannot escape the path of sinners who repeat sin all their lives. It is only the faith of the flesh that teaches the flesh. And to avoid and excuse this reality, religion itself was created. (For more astonishing and detailed explanation, see The Reality of Religion.)

Then there came out a spirit, and stood before the LORD, and said, I will entice him. And the LORD said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go out, and be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And the LORD said, Thou shalt entice him, and thou shalt also prevail: go out, and do even so. Now therefore, behold, the LORD hath put a lying spirit in the mouth of these thy prophets, and the LORD hath spoken evil against thee.(2 Chronicles 18 : 20~22)

And there came forth a spirit, and stood before the LORD, and said, I will persuade him. And the LORD said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And he said, Thou shalt persuade him, and prevail also: go forth, and do so.(1 Kings 22 : 21~22)

Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them.(Job 1 : 6)

Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them. And the LORD said unto Satan, Whence comest thou? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought? Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land. But put forth thine hand now, and touch all that he hath, and he will curse thee to thy face. And the LORD said unto Satan, Behold, all that he hath is in thy power; only upon himself put not forth thine hand. So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD.(Job 1 : 6~12)

Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them to present himself before the LORD. And the LORD said unto Satan, From whence comest thou? And Satan answered the LORD, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? and still he holdeth fast his integrity, although thou movedst me against him, to destroy him without cause. And Satan answered the LORD, and said, Skin for skin, yea, all that a man hath will he give for his life. But put forth thine hand now, and touch his bone and his flesh, and he will curse thee to thy face. And the LORD said unto Satan, Behold, he is in thine hand; but save his life. So went Satan forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown. And he took him a potsherd to scrape himself withal; and he sat down among the ashes. Then said his wife unto him, Dost thou still retain thine integrity? curse God, and die. But he said unto her, Thou speakest as one of the foolish women speaketh. What? shall we receive good at the hand of God, and shall we not receive evil? In all this did not Job sin with his lips.(Job 1 : 1~10)

Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;(1 Timothy 4 : 1~2)

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The Spirit of God and the spirit of Satan - 2

From the very beginning of creation, the greatest adversaries before God have been the religions and the religionists who claim to believe in God. The root of all religions today lies in the abuse of religion as a tool of rule, devised to deify human claims in order to satisfy their own power and selfish desires. Thus, all human religions for religious governance are the very reality of religion made by cunning men, created to exploit the special characteristics of religion—absolute power and absolute obedience.

That is why all religions of mankind were established through kingship and authority. The fundamental reason why altars to gods inevitably exist in every civilization is that religion, with its traits of absolute obedience and absolute power, has been misused as a means of rule by those in authority. Therefore, with religious traditions, practices, ideologies, doctrines, and sermons of men that have completely departed from the Word of God, they teach people only to repeat sin all the more throughout their entire lives. They are monsters who exalt nothing but their own mind and intelligence, deifying themselves while arming their shamelessness and arrogance with a façade of holiness, kindness, and humility.

There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness. There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes! and their eyelids are lifted up. There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men.(Proverbs 30 : 12~14)

Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy. Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked. They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course. I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High. But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.(Psalms 82 : 3~7)

Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God. Remember ye not, that, when I was yet with you, I told you these things? And now ye know what withholdeth that he might be revealed in his time. For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way. And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.(2 Thessalonians 2 : 3~12)

Therefore, behold, I am against the prophets, saith the LORD, that steal my words every one from his neighbour. Behold, I am against the prophets, saith the LORD, that use their tongues, and say, He saith. Behold, I am against them that prophesy false dreams, saith the LORD, and do tell them, and cause my people to err by their lies, and by their lightness; yet I sent them not, nor commanded them: therefore they shall not profit this people at all, saith the LORD.(Jeremiah 23 : 30~32)

To lead people to receive the love of God is the work of a true shepherd of God, and that is the truth. The Word declares that the love of God comes and supplies us with love. Yet today, there is not a single Christian who truly lives according to such a Word. In other words, what they call the Word, the Spirit, prophecy, tongues, and truth, comes from those who do not have even the evidence, the power, or the fruit of faith as small as a mustard seed. Do not follow the teachings of man that exalt only the inspiration of words, without the evidence appearing as the Scripture says. Instead, follow the true shepherd who leads so that the evidence and the fruit described below will surely appear. This is the only way of life in the last days that leads to salvation.

But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.(Ephesians 4 : 15~16)

hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.(Romans 5 : 4~5)

Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministered, and knit together, increaseth with the increase of God.(Colossians 2 : 18~19)

For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works…(Titus 2 : 11~15)

For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.(Titus 3 : 3~7)

Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministered, and knit together, increaseth with the increase of God.(Colossians 2 : 18~19)

The love of God comes into our hearts and nurtures us. If there is a Christian who does not understand this meaning, then depart quickly from that church and from that pastor. For God is love. Any spirit, gift, power, tongues, or prophecy that does not abide in this love of God is 100% the spirit of Satan—it is the work of demons, pretense, falsehood, corruption, and heresy. “For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.” (2 Corinthians 13:4) Just as this Word declares, to lead believers to receive the gift of power by which love is supplied is the work of God’s shepherd, the truth of God, and the gift of God. Faith and belief that do not show even the power, the fruit, or the evidence of a mustard seed are nothing but dead faith, the faith of the adversary, and the fleshly faith that stands as an enemy against love.

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. No man hath seen God at any time. If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us. Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him. Herein is our love made perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judgment: because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. We love him, because he first loved us. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also.(1 John 4 : 7~21)

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.(2 Timothy 3 : 16~17)

All the words of God, His ideals, His power, and His truth exist in order to make us children of love, resembling God who is the source of love. It is not by the will or zeal of man born of the flesh, but by pursuing the love of God and receiving the supply of the power of His love, that He leads us to fully do good works. Therefore, a true Christian neither lives nor dies for himself.

If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained.(1 Timothy 4 : 6)

For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself.(Romans 14 : 7)

Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.(Romans 13 : 8~10)

Do not follow the teachings of man that, failing to lead you to receive the love of God in which the power of God works, only stir up awakenings, resolutions, and determinations by relying on oneself through the inspiration of words throughout a lifetime. The teachings of man, which endlessly repeat awakenings, resolutions, and determinations but can never go beyond the limits of man, only puff up the hearts of believers like leaven that soon dies out when one turns away. They are nothing but intellectual, academic, theoretical, and emotional values that twist and falsify the interpretation of the Scriptures. By such means, one can never escape the limits of the flesh, and no matter how much one learns, hears, perceives, or knows, whoever follows the teachings of man is nothing but a child of the devil who only repeats sin.

For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.(2 Corinthians 10 : 3~6)

As also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things; in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.(2 Peter 3 : 16~17)

Whoever continues to repeat sin, no matter who they are, is nothing but a child of the devil. Remember that He came to call sinners. Repent, as He commanded: Repent! Receive the power of God’s love that puts to death the evil habits of man that can only lead to the repetition of sin. Please, read the Scriptures. The Word of God testifies to this: “My people, blinded by sin, are a people who have eyes but cannot see, ears but cannot hear—they are ignorant and senseless.”

He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.(1 John 3 : 8)

What you believe for is what matters most. In short, everything is determined by this: whether one serves God while clinging to the world and to material things—faith of the flesh that seeks only blessings, happiness, success, and prosperity born of the desires of the body—or whether one makes the love of Christ, the hope of Christ, and the life of Christ the goal of life, sacrificing all and even denying one’s own life.

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.(2 Timothy 3 : 16~17)

But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.(Ephesians 4 : 15~16)

And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope: And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.(Romans 5 : 3~5)

For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.(Titus 2 : 11~15)

If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained.(1 Timothy 4 : 6)

Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministered, and knit together, increaseth with the increase of God.(Colossians 2 : 18~19)

For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.(Titus 3 : 3~7)

Even as the testimony of Christ was confirmed in you: So that ye come behind in no gift; waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ:(1 Corinthians 1 : 6~7)

Whether it is faith of the flesh or faith of the Spirit is revealed by what one seeks. Those who ask only for worldly sorrows—family problems, business problems, workplace problems, relationship problems, children’s problems, health problems—are fleshly, for such worldly sorrows end in judgment and death. but the sorrow of the world worketh death.(2 Corinthians 7 : 10) A child of love who abides in God’s love and follows the love of Christ receives the gift of divine power, being led to be supplied with the love that transcends human limits—the limits by which sin can only be repeated no matter how much one awakens, resolves, or determines throughout life. It is the shepherd of God who leads in order to obtain this divine power that surpasses human limitation.

For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be.(Romans 8 : 5~7)

I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord. So then with the mind I myself serve the law of God; but with the flesh the law of sin.(Romans 7 :25)

For I delight in the law of God after the inward man: But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from the body of this death? I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord. So then with the mind I myself serve the law of God; but with the flesh the law of sin.(Romans 7 : 22~25)

But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities….(2 Peter 2 : 10~22)

For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin.(Romans 7 : 14)

But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.(Romans 13 : 14)

The fleshly faith that belongs to the world and the flesh, and the faith that follows after man’s own dreams, hopes, and ideals for nothing more than the happiness and blessing of one’s own family, is called the children of the devil, for it can only lead to judgment. This is because such faith, driven by lust and greed, can do nothing but repeat sin throughout a lifetime. The pursuit of success for material wealth and possessions inevitably leads down the sinner’s path to judgment. The human dream of buying house upon house and field upon field to increase one’s greedy wealth, and passing it down as inheritance to one’s children, is itself sin before God.

Because they follow unsatisfied desires, lusts, and greed, they can only produce evil habits that repeat sin throughout life. Habit begets repeated sin, and sin, as it accumulates, begets nothing but death and judgment. But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.(James 1 : 15)

Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment. Therefore remove sorrow from thy heart, and put away evil from thy flesh: for childhood and youth are vanity.(Ecclesiastes 11 : 9~10)

From men which are thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, which have their portion in this life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid treasure: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes.(Psalms 17 : 14)

Woe unto them that join house to house, that lay field to field, till there be no place, that they may be placed alone in the midst of the earth!(Isaiah 5 : 8)

No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.(Matthew 6 : 24)

But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.(1 Timothy 6 : 9~10)

Labour not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom.(Proverbs 23 : 4)

Sermons of pastors that only stir awakenings, resolutions, and determinations, chasing the inspiration of words while leaving believers bound to repeating sin, are not the truth itself. It is now time to soberly examine and weigh what I have been living for before God—and what I must do and how I must do it. God calls the weak and those who are ashamed of their sins. Repent!!

Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.(1 Peter 1 : 5)

For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.(1 Corinthians 1 : 17~18)

For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.(2 Corinthians 13 : 4)

Even as the testimony of Christ was confirmed in you: So that ye come behind in no gift; waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ:(1 Corinthians 1 : 6~7)

If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained.(1 Timothy 4 : 6)

All religion is made by man; therefore, religion cannot escape the limits of man. But truth is the wisdom of God in which the power of God works. Truth leads us to receive this divine power so that, through the love of God that brings new birth, the evil habits of man that inevitably repeat sin may be put to death, and we may be led to obtain the power of God that sets us free from sin. This is the duty of truth and the office of the shepherd. It presents the only way by which one can escape from sin.

Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.(1 John 4 : 7~11)

…Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;..(Titus 3 : 3~7)

Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.(1 Peter 1 : 5)

…but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.(1 Corinthians 1 : 17~18)

We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death.(1 John 3 : 14)

because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.(2 Thessalonians 2 : 11~12)

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The Characteristics and Problems of Religion

The Characteristics and Problems of Religion (The Common Characteristics of All Human Religions)

The one common characteristic of all religions is this: they are ultimately nothing more than a “pretext” of superficial, theoretical value that can only be taught with words. They all sound like plausible values. Love, mercy, tolerance—every one of them contains good words and good intentions. Yet in reality, because there is no true example and no true model, and because there is no clear and accurate boundary regarding what those words actually require, they become nothing more than showmanship and hypocrisy—something even unbelievers can put on—or at best, religions that merely push one value, such as love and charity, to the front. This “love,” “mercy,” and “tolerance” is no different from the kind of charity, volunteer service, and benevolence that is nothing but hypocrisy and self-display used to boast about and advertise one’s own company or organization. The pretext sounds plausible, but in reality it is nothing more than showy “love,” “mercy,” and “tolerance.” It is love, mercy, and tolerance that put forward nothing but empty words, self-display, and hypocrisy—religions that, without exception, fail to become a true example or model for the world and for humanity.

Because they are grounded not in the teaching that becomes an example and model of practicing love, but in pretexts and theories that only put words first, they are the religions and churches of talkers—religions of those who have no model of practice. The principle by which one comes to understand and is born again originates in practice and in deeds. It never comes from knowledge or values that arise from thinking, asserting, and judging—nor from principles and theories alone. Of course, through one’s own discipline and training, a person may obtain a small benefit and a small realization; but by these, one cannot reach the depth and value by which one may obtain the character of God (the Holy Spirit)—the divine nature required to be fit to arrive at salvation.

No matter how good a superficial and theoretical cause may sound, if it is a cause that possesses neither the wisdom, nor the method, nor the power to fulfill it, then it is of no use at all. It is nothing but a cause, a value of words, and a verbal justification made in order to deny and reject practice and deeds.

These are theories and ideologies that are based on claims and judgments that rationalize human, worldly interests. They may seem true, but they are not truth; they may seem like the path of salvation, but they are not the path of salvation. Most religions are nothing more than the crooked, misguided, forced claims, ideologies, and theories of men that have produced them. Because claim is piled upon claim, and corruption is piled upon corruption, today’s religions are ones in which decadence, lawlessness, and falsehood have become even more rampant.

Many religions have been used as tools for people’s selfish desires and for power—just like wicked men who deceived others with verbal causes put forward to satisfy the ambitions of dictators who proclaimed the meaning and purpose of communism. In the same way, these are religions that rationalize their thievery—religions that, while putting up signs that do not practice the cross, teach only with words and theories in order to deny the love that should be an example and model; religions that completely exclude and reject the love of the cross, and then justify their own theft with verbal causes.

The reason this author fully believes in Christ is that He did not teach like other religions with plausible verbal causes; rather, He showed and taught us the great example and love of the cross—even offering His life. Therefore, this author believes the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Because He intended to give us the love of the cross that is fitting to arrive at salvation, and to form within us the character worthy of being children of God, this author learned true truth and true value through the beautiful love of Jesus Christ, who became our example and model; and by that love of the cross—which is the Word and is eternal—this author came to possess eyes and ears that discern truth from falsehood. It is because there is the love of the cross that follows the example—not a mere appearance of words nor only a verbal pretext without practice—that we have become those who can see true truth.

Because they were not made and established by the true path of salvation that follows true truth, but were created and erected by those seized by selfish desires that belong only to the world, false religions share the same characteristics. The reason this author seeks to reveal these characteristics clearly and unmistakably is in order, on this basis, to guide people into a path that is fitting to go to true salvation and heaven.

The Reality, Empty Values, and Ideologies of False Religions

First:

Their causes and ideologies are, without exception, so plausible that believers can do nothing but comply with them: love, mercy, compassion, tolerance, equality, and so on. Yet they are people who have no true practice and deeds that match those causes. Such ideologies are no different from dictators who killed countless people in the past. They are merely wrapped more beautifully, more nobly, more holy, and more kindly under the label of “religion.”

Second:

Because they have only the outward appearance of words—possessing only extremely superficial theoretical value—and because they cannot cast off the nature and essence of those who belong to the world and to the flesh, who focus on form and mold, they have only outward godliness. Their outward and inward intentions differ; their words and actions differ. Because they try to serve God while clinging to material things and to the world, they are those who teach worldly doctrines that govern the principles of the world and the flesh—things that have nothing to do with salvation.

Third:

Rather than teaching the holy inner value that comes from a pure heart—born from the divine character that is fitting to arrive at salvation—they either teach the empty hope of the world and of the flesh: success, wishes, and desires that only provoke and pile up greed and sin, values that are merely superficial and will rot and perish; or they put forward only words and theories, and because they cannot escape the limits and ideals of the flesh, they teach empty theories and ideologies—feelings, learning, and “realizations”—that do not belong to the love greater than the universe, a love by which one truly throws away everything, sacrifices oneself, and even offers one’s life. They discuss only principles that belong to the world and the flesh; they pursue worldly success, wishes, desires, and satisfaction; and therefore they can do nothing but continually pile up sin and greed through vain theories and ideologies.

Fourth:

Because they continually turn superficial values into “causes,” they continually produce ideologies and commandments. Hence rosaries and prayer beads, Buddhist scriptures, the Hail Mary, the Apostles’ Creed, and the Qur’an. It is as though—so they teach—one can gain mercy and go to heaven merely by reciting Buddhist scriptures (Buddhism); as though one can possess the love of the cross and go to heaven merely by reciting the Hail Mary (Catholicism); as though one can obtain love and go to heaven merely by reciting the Qur’an (Islam). Those who teach such things are people who place spells (set prayers) in the forefront instead of love that comes from deeds—the divine character greater than the universe—and who waste their entire lives in vain prayers and disciplines. They memorize and learn and feel the scriptures, yet do not practice them; they increasingly collide with the limits and hardships of the body; and as faiths walking a road that can do nothing but decay and rot into lawlessness, corruption, decline, and emptiness, they are those who follow words and theories instead of practice and deeds; those who put forward verbal causes and theories that are nothing but a shell, instead of inner value and depth.

Fifth:

Because their values are ideologies that arise from created beings, they are, without exception, values belonging to the earth and theoretical values belonging to the body—things learned and heard that will all rot and perish. They are teachings, emotions, comfort, and instruction fabricated by worldly success and ideals, bodily wishes and desires, earthly greed and satisfaction. Thus they are religions of those who teach ideologies, theories, and “gospels” that have absolutely nothing to do with the love of the cross—the love that can possess the divine character greater than the universe, and the salvation of heaven.

That God, who sent the love of the cross to this earth, placed all religions under sin is because He intends to punish, on the day of judgment, all the lawlessness, falsehood, and corruption of religion; therefore He placed religions under sin. For they are religions of those who, though they themselves are blind and do not know the path of salvation because of their own corruption, decline, falsehood, and lawlessness, pretend to guide many people and believers, using religion as a tool to elevate their own way and values and to satisfy their selfish desires.

Sixth:

An ideology and theory—however good it may be—that is not always alive within the body and heart as a living value and principle, is dead like food in a picture: it does not live or breathe, and in time it can do nothing but gradually disappear. Such are the religions of those who treat vain values, theories, and ideologies that must fade away as though they were true.

Seventh:

Because the limits of the “way” obtained from one’s own body are ideals and principles confined to one’s own limits—limits born from arrogance that does not even know its own limitations—these are teachings and religions that draw only “food in a picture,” being unable to realize what they cannot realize, while not even understanding their own foundation and origin.

Because they do not live and breathe, values, ideologies, and theories that can only disappear are ultimately a truth and a way that can never satisfy. So even if they seem good, people then seek yet another realization and another value. This is because they are people who truly do not know themselves or the limits of their own bodies. True truth and the true way do not disappear; like breath that lives and breathes, they are like a growing tree that bears abundant fruit—abundance, gentleness, gratitude, and joy.

In the moral and ethical values taught by many religions today, the “good” and the “righteousness” that arise from those teachings have no clear, unmistakable, complete, and perfect boundary as to where they begin and where they end.

For example, to say “Practice love” and “Seek mercy” is extremely vague. There is no yardstick or standard by which to discern from where to where something is love, or from where to where something is mercy.

In other words, it is like saying, “Be a good person,” “Live rightly.” There is no clear standard by which one can unmistakably discern how, by what standard, and from where to where one must live in order to be a “good person,” or in order to live “rightly.”

It is the reality of religion—and even of Christianity—that they teach, “Practice love” and “Seek mercy,” like the saying, “Stay close to good people and keep away from bad people,” while never making clear what the standard of a good person is, and from where to where someone is a bad person—without any clear boundary of discernment.

In this regard, Christianity is not different at all from the religions of the heretical sects. For having abandoned the center and standard—namely, the love of the cross that offers even one’s life—Christianity instead places love at the front of the moral and ethical values that even worldly people naturally practice, and teaches a love no different from the mercy found among unbelievers and those who serve idols and spirits; and as a result it only brought about the outcome of dishonoring the love of the cross and the blood that was offered for our sins. Therefore, the day of judgment has been prepared for the churches, pastors, believers, and faiths that deny the love of the cross that offers even one’s life.

The way of Christ is not words and theories, but power that comes from the love of the cross.

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Christian Worship and Rituals

For when Moses had spoken every precept to all the people according to the law, he took the blood of calves and of goats, with water, and scarlet wool, and hyssop, and sprinkled both the book, and all the people, Saying, This is the blood of the testament which God hath enjoined unto you. Moreover he sprinkled with blood both the tabernacle, and all the vessels of the ministry. And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission. It was therefore necessary that the patterns of things in the heavens should be purified with these; but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us: Nor yet that he should offer himself often, as the high priest entereth into the holy place every year with blood of others; For then must he often have suffered since the foundation of the world: but now once in the end of the world hath he appeared to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself. And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation. For the law having a shadow of good things to come, and not the very image of the things, can never with those sacrifices which they offered year by year continually make the comers thereunto perfect. For then would they not have ceased to be offered? because that the worshippers once purged should have had no more conscience of sins. But in those sacrifices there is a remembrance again made of sins every year. For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins. Wherefore when he cometh into the world, he saith, Sacrifice and offering thou wouldest not, but a body hast thou prepared me: In burnt offerings and sacrifices for sin thou hast had no pleasure. Then said I, Lo, I come (in the volume of the book it is written of me,) to do thy will, O God. Above when he said, Sacrifice and offering and burnt offerings and offering for sin thou wouldest not, neither hadst pleasure therein; which are offered by the law; Then said he, Lo, I come to do thy will, O God. He taketh away the first, that he may establish the second. By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. And every priest standeth daily ministering and offering oftentimes the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins: But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God; From henceforth expecting till his enemies be made his footstool. For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified. Whereof the Holy Ghost also is a witness to us: for after that he had said before, This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, saith the Lord, I will put my laws into their hearts, and in their minds will I write them; And their sins and iniquities will I remember no more. Now where remission of these is, there is no more offering for sin.(Hebrews 9 : 19~10 : 18)

 

Today’s Christian worship and rituals have been developed and inherited from the ceremonies, customs, and ordinances of the Roman Church (Catholicism). The Roman Church itself, however, derived its form of worship and ritual from the practices of Judaism. Therefore, it is only right to first discern clearly whether the worship and rituals performed in today’s churches are truly the genuine worship and rituals of Christ.

Of course, countless believers trust and believe in the worship and rituals of their churches because they have faith in what they are doing. Yet, even if the world approves of it, and even if countless believers believe and rely on it as being right, the worship and rituals conducted by religions, churches, and pastors who do not act according to the Word of God can never be righteous.

God is the source of love. Therefore, God never desired rituals or ceremonies from humankind. What He truly desires is the beautiful heart that bears the love of the cross—Godlike love that leads to salvation.

In today’s age, countless believers follow the liturgies established by Christianity and Catholicism—listening, reading, and watching according to words, theories, and doctrines—as though these were worship offered to God or solemn and holy worship lifted to Christ. Yet such worship in modern Catholicism and Christianity is far removed from the early church’s worship that led believers to nurture hearts resembling God’s character—serving, caring, and sharing with others through good deeds and charity, feeding and comforting the poor and helpless through tithes and offerings, and thereby embodying the love of the cross.

Instead, today’s worship has continued and developed in the same form as the imperfect, thieving worship once practiced by Judaism—worship that was abolished when the perfect love of the cross came to this earth. And now, few dare to question or doubt this stolen and corrupted worship that has been inherited to this day.

 

And all that believed were together, and had all things common; And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.(Acts 2 : 44~47)

 

And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common. And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all. Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold, And laid them down at the apostles' feet: and distribution was made unto every man according as he had need.(Acts 4 : 32~35)

 

This is because, from the very beginning, instead of the Word—which should have been the true center and foundation—they have relied on flawed interpretations and explanations invented to justify their thieving form of worship. As a result, believers who have been rationalized and shaped by these traditions, ideologies, theories, and doctrines are unable to rightly judge by comparing them with the Word of God.

 

The Purpose of God’s Creation of Humanity

God created mankind for one purpose only: to make them His children worthy of salvation. Therefore, everything—the Word, the Sabbath, the shepherds, faith, hope, love, prayer, and grace—exists for this very reason. For this purpose, God does not desire human-made worship or incense offerings, but rather the perfect love that leads us to salvation and makes us resemble Him. Hence, the imperfect worship of past sacrifices was completely abolished through the perfect blood of Christ. The blood that follows the love of the cross is the way, the truth, and the life that makes us worthy to become the true children of God. Thus, the path of Christ that follows the love of the cross is the eternal covenant of perfection that requires no further worship.

However, the Roman Church revived the thieving worship of ancient Judaism—one that stole tithes and offerings meant to feed the poor and needy—using it as a tool to satisfy worldly power and greed. This corrupted worship, created and sustained by those filled with covetousness to serve their own gain, has profaned the love, sacrifice, and blood of Christ, and this thieving worship continues even to this day.

God created humanity for the purpose of making them His children, worthy of salvation; thus, the Word, humankind, the Sabbath, and the shepherds exist for that reason. Therefore, He does not desire human-made worship or incense, but rather perfect love that leads us to salvation. That is why the imperfect worship of past sacrifices was completely abolished through the perfect blood of Christ—because the love of the cross, worthy of making us true children of God, has come to this earth.

 

From the beginning of creation to the time of Moses, through many prophets, God taught the foundation and essence of serving Him with all one’s life, devotion, and faithfulness. The worship of that era was merely a framework and outward form to instruct this principle. Through sacrificial offerings, people were led to recognize their sins through the shedding of an animal’s blood, awakening their hearts to repentance and awareness of sin. Yet such sacrifices were neither perfect reflection nor complete repentance, and because of humanity’s continual sin, they could not achieve true forgiveness. For this reason, God gave the blood and love of perfection to the world. Therefore, the love and blood of the cross are the covenant, the way, the truth, and the life of our complete forgiveness.

 

Today’s pastors of Christianity and Catholicism alike do not follow the Word that abolished the sacrificial worship through the blood of Christ. Instead, they continue to practice the same abolished rituals that were done in the time of Moses. They have inherited and developed this worship under leaders who stole tithes and offerings, using them to satisfy their own greed, lust, and pride. These were meant to lead believers toward becoming like God through the love of the cross—feeding, serving, and caring for the poor and helpless, growing in divine love that leads to salvation. Consequently, this thieving worship—justified through sermons filled only with words and theories—has become publicly accepted and rationalized even today.

 

Worship (or sacrifice) was established as both reverence toward God and as a means for the forgiveness of sins. However, the worship of old—through animal sacrifices—could not grant perfect forgiveness worthy of salvation. Thus, God sent the love of the cross to the world. Through Christ’s single offering of blood, He abolished all former sacrificial worship, and through that love of the cross, He were to make us true children worthy of complete forgiveness and salvation. The love of the cross is therefore the covenant of perfection—it is worship, salvation, the sign of resurrection, and the way, truth, and life that we must walk.

 

The God who is the source of love sent the love of the cross to this world so that we might be perfected as children of salvation—by becoming like Him and embodying the divine nature of the cross’s love.

Yet even today, all churches of Christianity and Catholicism continue to follow liturgical orders based on abolished worship. This abolished worship was revived under the power and authority of Rome, where emperors used the pretext of Jewish sacrificial worship as a political tool to strengthen their rule and self-interest. It passed through the Roman Church and eventually into modern Christianity. Thus, all modern forms of worship are, in essence, creations born out of false pretexts and excuses devised to steal tithes and offerings from the sheep.

Instead of learning and practicing the love of the cross—serving, caring, and sharing among one another through tithes and offerings used for charity and compassion—today’s worship is governed by sermons that exalt only words and theories. For this, God holds accountable all who participate in such worship. As a result, today’s religions, churches, pastors, and believers—led by the spirits of Satan and demons—are overflowing with false spiritual manifestations, sorcery, and satanic tongues, having become corrupted by the spirit of deception.

 

But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.(Matthew 12 : 7)

 

But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.(Matthew 9 : 13)

 

For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.(Hosea 6 : 6)

 

For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it: thou delightest not in burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.(Psalms 51 : 16~17)

 

Bring no more vain oblations; incense is an abomination unto me; the new moons and sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with; it is iniquity, even the solemn meeting. Your new moons and your appointed feasts my soul hateth: they are a trouble unto me; I am weary to bear them. And when ye spread forth your hands, I will hide mine eyes from you: yea, when ye make many prayers, I will not hear: your hands are full of blood. Wash you, make you clean; put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil; Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow.(Isaiah 1 : 13~17)

 

Sacrifice and offering thou didst not desire; mine ears hast thou opened: burnt offering and sin offering hast thou not required. Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me, I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart.(Psalms 40 : 6~8)

 

I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. Though ye offer me burnt offerings and your meat offerings, I will not accept them: neither will I regard the peace offerings of your fat beasts.(Amos 5 : 21~22)

 

And I will visit upon her the days of Baalim, wherein she burned incense to them, and she decked herself with her earrings and her jewels, and she went after her lovers, and forgat me, saith the LORD.(Hosea 2 : 13)

 

What, then, does it mean that those who claim to have received forgiveness of sins through the blood of Christ are still offering worship for the forgiveness of sins?

Does this not contradict and deny their own teaching that the blood of Christ has already accomplished forgiveness once and for all? And where in Scripture can we find even a single example or command from any of Christ’s disciples instructing believers to perform such a “worship for the forgiveness of sins”? When did God ever revive the worship that was abolished through the blood of Christ and establish a new form of worship that exists only in words?

The teaching of the love and blood of the cross is this: “If you, too, take up your cross as I did, and follow the love and sacrifice of the cross by serving, cherishing, and caring for your brothers and neighbors, then your past sins will be forgiven through the blood of Christ, and you will attain salvation.” This is the meaning of the love, blood, and resurrection of Christ’s cross that was shown and declared to all the earth.

The reason why people who proclaim “the blood of forgiveness” still offer “worship for forgiveness” is because such worship was devised by thieves who sought to steal the tithes and offerings meant to feed and care for the poor and needy. They turned what should have been acts of compassion, charity, and service—embodying the love of the cross and forming within us the divine nature (the temple of the heart) that reflects God—into rituals meant to justify their theft. Thus, the so-called “worship for forgiveness” has been developed and passed down through generations of spiritual thieves.

Therefore, those who participate in such abominable and profane worship—created to steal the tithes and offerings that should feed the hungry and comfort the poor—become servants and partners of thieves. Their ministries, charities, and offices are but works that assist in blaspheming the holy will of God and profaning the blood of Christ. You must remember that such faith stands as the faith of the adversary against God. And bear in mind: a sin committed knowingly is far graver than one committed in ignorance.

True worship in Christ is this: to invite the poor and the needy, to feed, give, and share with them through tithes and offerings, thereby teaching and demonstrating to all believers and people the love of the cross—love that serves, cherishes, and honors one another. Through such living worship, we come to resemble God, who is the source of love, by forming within us the divine nature that mirrors His love, and thus become eternal children of God. This is the true meaning and purpose of the Word, the Sabbath, faith, hope, apostleship, shepherdship, grace, prophecy, and salvation.

 

And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.(2 Corinthians 9 : 8~9)

 

He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.(Psalms 112 : 9)

 

He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor. The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.(Proverbs 14 : 31~32)

 

He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well with him: was not this to know me? saith the LORD.(Jeremiah 22 : 16)

 

He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die. He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.(Proverbs 19 : 16~17)

 

As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love. These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.(John 15 : 9~14)

 

Therefore, all those who regard themselves as true Christians, or as apostles of God, or as shepherds and ministers of Christ, or who take pride in claiming to have received the Holy Spirit, or who consider themselves born again and forgiven of sin, or who believe they have received God’s gifts, or who think they have already attained salvation—yet who only speak in words, theories, and sermons, teaching others to feed, give, and share by words alone but not doing so in deed—such teachings and learning are all falsehoods. They are enemies opposed to the holy will of God, heretics, and antichrists. No reason or excuse can exist for this, for God is the source of love and the Spirit of love. Therefore, all ideals, values, shepherds, apostles, ministers, gifts, prophecies, faith, salvation, and believers who are not united with the love of the cross cannot possess the love that leads to true salvation. They are dead faith, vain religion, and stand as enemies and adversaries before God.

 

Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.(Matthew 7 : 15)

 

If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works. Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?(James 2 : 15~20)

 

But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. And many shall follow their pernicious ways; by reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of. And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not.(2 Peter 2 : 1~3)

 

And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness.(Ezekiel 33 : 31)

 

Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid.(Isaiah 29 : 13~14)

 

For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake.(Romans 13 : 4~5)

 

If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?(1 John 4 : 20)

 

Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.(Romans 12 : 9~21)

 

Instead of following the love of the cross—the love that feeds, gives, serves, cares, and allows people to cherish and love one another in acts of charity and service that nurture the poor and needy—many now pursue detestable traditions and worship that are centered on stealing tithes and offerings meant to feed God’s hungry and suffering sheep. Such worship and prayer, though appearing holy, are in fact led by Satan. As a result, satanic tongues increasingly spread throughout churches, masquerading as the tongues and gifts of God.

Thus, the Word has already testified that God will judge those churches and pastors who, under the pretense of being God’s temple, have built sanctuaries with the tithes and offerings meant to feed the flock, and through them have committed all manner of evil deeds.

 

Even from the days of your fathers ye are gone away from mine ordinances, and have not kept them. Return unto me, and I will return unto you, saith the LORD of hosts. But ye said, Wherein shall we return? Will a man rob God? Yet ye have robbed me. But ye say, Wherein have we robbed thee? In tithes and offerings. Ye are cursed with a curse: for ye have robbed me, even this whole nation.(Malachi 3 : 7~9)

 

I will bring it forth, saith the LORD of hosts, and it shall enter into the house of the thief, and into the house of him that sweareth falsely by my name: and it shall remain in the midst of his house, and shall consume it with the timber thereof and the stones thereof.(Zechariah 5 : 4)

 

And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and gifts, he said, As for these things which ye behold, the days will come, in the which there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down.(Luke 21 : 5~6)

 

And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.(Matthew 21 : 13)

 

Woe unto you, ye blind guides, which say, Whosoever shall swear by the temple, it is nothing; but whosoever shall swear by the gold of the temple, he is a debtor! Ye fools and blind: for whether is greater, the gold, or the temple that sanctifieth the gold? And, Whosoever shall swear by the altar, it is nothing; but whosoever sweareth by the gift that is upon it, he is guilty. Ye fools and blind: for whether is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifieth the gift? Whoso therefore shall swear by the altar, sweareth by it, and by all things thereon. And whoso shall swear by the temple, sweareth by it, and by him that dwelleth therein. And he that shall swear by heaven, sweareth by the throne of God, and by him that sitteth thereon. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. Ye blind guides, which strain at a gnat, and swallow a camel.(Matthew 23 : 16~24)

 

Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, are these. For if ye throughly amend your ways and your doings; if ye throughly execute judgment between a man and his neighbour; If ye oppress not the stranger, the fatherless, and the widow, and shed not innocent blood in this place, neither walk after other gods to your hurt: Then will I cause you to dwell in this place, in the land that I gave to your fathers, for ever and ever. Behold, ye trust in lying words, that cannot profit. Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not; And come and stand before me in this house, which is called by my name, and say, We are delivered to do all these abominations? Is this house, which is called by my name, become a den of robbers in your eyes? Behold, even I have seen it, saith the LORD.(Jeremiah 7 : 4~11)

 

The LORD will enter into judgment with the ancients of his people, and the princes thereof: for ye have eaten up the vineyard; the spoil of the poor is in your houses. What mean ye that ye beat my people to pieces, and grind the faces of the poor? saith the LORD GOD of hosts.(Isaiah 3 : 14~15)

 

Many pastors have destroyed my vineyard, they have trodden my portion under foot, they have made my pleasant portion a desolate wilderness. They have made it desolate, and being desolate it mourneth unto me; the whole land is made desolate, because no man layeth it to heart. The spoilers are come upon all high places through the wilderness: for the sword of the LORD shall devour from the one end of the land even to the other end of the land: no flesh shall have peace. They have sown wheat, but shall reap thorns: they have put themselves to pain, but shall not profit: and they shall be ashamed of your revenues because of the fierce anger of the LORD.(Jeremiah 12 : 10~13)

 

What hath my beloved to do in mine house, seeing she hath wrought lewdness with many, and the holy flesh is passed from thee? when thou doest evil, then thou rejoicest. The LORD called thy name, A green olive tree, fair, and of goodly fruit: with the noise of a great tumult he hath kindled fire upon it, and the branches of it are broken. For the LORD of hosts, that planted thee, hath pronounced evil against thee, for the evil of the house of Israel and of the house of Judah, which they have done against themselves to provoke me to anger in offering incense unto Baal.(Jeremiah 11 : 15~17)

 

Thy princes are rebellious, and companions of thieves: every one loveth gifts, and followeth after rewards: they judge not the fatherless, neither doth the cause of the widow come unto them.(Isaiah 1 : 23)

 

There is a conspiracy of her prophets in the midst thereof, like a roaring lion ravening the prey; they have devoured souls; they have taken the treasure and precious things; they have made her many widows in the midst thereof. Her priests have violated my law, and have profaned mine holy things: they have put no difference between the holy and profane, neither have they shewed difference between the unclean and the clean, and have hid their eyes from my sabbaths, and I am profaned among them.(Ezekiel 22 : 25~26)

 

Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness which they have prescribed; To turn aside the needy from judgment, and to take away the right from the poor of my people, that widows may be their prey, and that they may rob the fatherless! And what will ye do in the day of visitation, and in the desolation which shall come from far? to whom will ye flee for help? and where will ye leave your glory? Without me they shall bow down under the prisoners, and they shall fall under the slain. For all this his anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still.(Isaiah 10 : 1~4)

 

Already, the very lament upon people’s lips—crying out “It is the last days! The end times are here!”—is itself proof that their lips testify to the end times. Therefore, all the words spoken above apply to us entirely; through them we see and understand the truth. The Word exposes our weakness, shame, and sin, leading us toward genuine repentance, that we might become true children of God. This is the faith, hope, and love of Christ that arise from righteous deeds following the love of the cross.

Those who hold to a forced and superficial faith bound by worldly interpretations deny and oppose God’s Word, being led by their own distorted explanations, false interpretations, and self-assertions. Because of this, they worship in vain and possess a faith that makes them enemies of God—worse than unbelievers. Such souls, from the beginning of creation, are destined for destruction and judgment, receiving the retribution for the blood of God’s apostles and of Christ Himself, whom they and their kind have slain. I earnestly pray that you will not become one of them.

Those who killed Christ and His apostles were, without exception, people who claimed to believe in God—shepherds, ministers, and servants of the faith. Their destruction was appointed from before the foundation of the world and continues even unto this present Day of Judgment. Oh, who among us truly knows the long-suffering, the compassion, and the grace of God’s mercy!

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u/jin2795 — 1 month ago

Cantique inspiré : Émotions rédiger vs paroles sainte

Cantique inspiré : Émotions rédiger vs paroles sainte

*ma perception vis à vis du SEIGNEUR DIEU inscrit,et s'est toujours inscrite, une incompatibilité de comparer mon Dieu aux dieux de tout ceux qui ont inspiré l'ombre des choses à venir ( l'ancienne alliance/will's old ) jusqu'à nos jours, par les matériels mortels... passagère de se monde.... celle conçu par les mains d'homme... ainsi que superstition en conscience humaine ( inconscience du vrai - du véritable ou tout simplement un " insensé " ),,\[ développement de la parenthèse en pv\]>>*

*parce que l'homme de nature n'est supérieur a la parole qui \*dit et qui fit\* - AU SEUL DIEU QUI A POUR DEMEURE "" LA MORT DU NATUREL "" ( le ciel ) et que l'homme témoigne par : << les dieux sont descendus en forme humaine sur terre >> { voir dans Actes des apôtres,quand le serpent mordit Paul } aussi dit JÉSUS comme exemple parfait.et qu'il est une fausse manière de loué ou d'adorer Dieu ainsi ; je veux dire par ces propres parole ( émotions rédiger) même si on reconnaît qu'il est digne de l'adorer.*

*🔥c' est l'esprit qui vivifie...la chair ne sert de rien.. tout ce que je vous ai dîtes, son esprit et vie..\[ jean 6:63\] !!. ( le disciple reflète le langage. ex : pierre aux reniements; le psalmiste est à l'image du vraie cantique. )*

*Aujourd'hui, nous chantons tous de façon émotive ou émotionnelle(si je peux me le permettre ainsi?!) en vue de satisfaire l'Éternel sans consulter la lumière des écritures par profondeur comme les anciens d'autres fois - comme le roi David ' \* le cœur selon Dieu\* ' ,se disant et se célébrant bonne , onctueux/onctueuse , nôtres chansons lucidement, parce que l'homme est top sensationnel. or , ainsi parle l'écriture :*

*ceux qui se préoccupent des choses de la chair, ne sauraient plaire à Dieu.. \[rom 8:8\]*

*a moins qu'elles eussent être consumé de l'esprit et non*

*de l'émotion..*

*- vous savez de quel esprit je parle !*

*- il est agréable puis vrai que la part de l'être est aussi a ce sujet !.*

*✨prenez garde a moi .. j'ai que 21 ans .. avec une apparence physique de quelqu'un qui semble avoir 18.. possédant un vieux esprit, même dans mon style, même dans ma perception des choses.. suis né comme-ça.. et orphelins des deux. mais possédant le père le plus responsable... GOD ALL MIGHTY*

*je vous aimes vous qui êtes sur le même "cep" que moi😁🙏🏼.*

*Evangile pas pour l'égo...!*

*vos commentaires !*

*et surtout..........................bsr à tous..merci !!!*

*vrai adorateurs :*

*en esprit et en vérité.*

*que DIEU vous bénisse.*

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u/Technical_Sir_6650 — 27 days ago