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There seems to be a lot of insinuating contradiction being aimed at me here. Am i insulting you or anyone else ?
No this is not a my thinkers
I have said the work of Christ to bring salvation befor the cross was complete. But no salvation has been given to anyone until after the cross, which also refers to people only being saved late on in there life.
No this is not a my thinkers
I have said the work of Christ to bring salvation befor the cross was complete. But no salvation has been given to anyone until after the cross, which also refers to people only being saved late on in there life.
I Just found our a few minutes ago, that there was a 6th Tower near Fortress Antonia, the so-called Temple Mount. Only this Tower was right in front of the East Gate of the TEMPLE.
JOSEPHUS – The Antiquities of the Jews -
Book 15 – Chapter 11 – Section 7
7. There was also an occult passage built for the king; it led from Antonia to the inner
temple, at its eastern gate; over which he also erected for himself a tower, that he might
have the opportunity of a subterraneous ascent to the temple, in order to guard against any
sedition which might be made by the people against their kings.
Other half of the entire complex, if Fortress Antonia, home of the ROMAN X Legion.
Apparently His excuse for building his Tower right in front of the East Gate, was so he and his Body Guards, could protect the visiting dignitaries from harm while they visited the TEMPLE.
JOSEPHUS – The Antiquities of the Jews -
Book 15 – Chapter 11 – Section 7
7. There was also an occult passage built for the king; it led from Antonia to the inner
temple, at its eastern gate; over which he also erected for himself a tower, that he might
have the opportunity of a subterraneous ascent to the temple, in order to guard against any
sedition which might be made by the people against their kings.
Other half of the entire complex, if Fortress Antonia, home of the ROMAN X Legion.
Apparently His excuse for building his Tower right in front of the East Gate, was so he and his Body Guards, could protect the visiting dignitaries from harm while they visited the TEMPLE.
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Beloved:
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman: 5 That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words.
But with what transgressions comitted (against the heavens, and against the King which reigns therein) in my own life, I dare not call her my 'sister'; I would have her to lord it over me (deal authoritively - maternally), and hence - Mother Wisdom.
She speaks of her relationship with my Aba (Yeshua shel Nazarat - Jesus of Nazareth in english):
29 When He gave to the sea His decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when He appointed the foundations of the earth: 30 Then I was by Him, as one brought up with Him: and I was daily His delight, rejoicing always before Him; 31 Rejoicing in the habitable part of His earth; and my delights were with the sons of men. 32 Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.
And in this, my response to her is not 'yes, beloved sister', but rather, 'yes Maam, yes beloved Mother'; for who is my Mother besides those female elders who do the will of my Aba.
The peace and love of His Majesty, the King of heaven be with you in abundance;
Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth, the only begotten Son of the true and living God, comes soon. Amen.
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman: 5 That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words.
But with what transgressions comitted (against the heavens, and against the King which reigns therein) in my own life, I dare not call her my 'sister'; I would have her to lord it over me (deal authoritively - maternally), and hence - Mother Wisdom.
She speaks of her relationship with my Aba (Yeshua shel Nazarat - Jesus of Nazareth in english):
29 When He gave to the sea His decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when He appointed the foundations of the earth: 30 Then I was by Him, as one brought up with Him: and I was daily His delight, rejoicing always before Him; 31 Rejoicing in the habitable part of His earth; and my delights were with the sons of men. 32 Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.
And in this, my response to her is not 'yes, beloved sister', but rather, 'yes Maam, yes beloved Mother'; for who is my Mother besides those female elders who do the will of my Aba.
The peace and love of His Majesty, the King of heaven be with you in abundance;
Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth, the only begotten Son of the true and living God, comes soon. Amen.
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That is about Ten Years Later in about 1873. Those trees have about 10 years of Growth on them. The ground shows there was considerable ground loss, between Late in 1863, and this Picture about 1873. It was Dead Even with the Eastern side of the wall, and that would had been level, before the wall fell off.
Title: The Transformative Power of Works in Salvation: A Personal Reflection as Pastor of BibleHeaven.org
Dear fellow believers,
As the Pastor of https://BibleHeaven.org, I come before you today to share a perspective on the transformative role of works in our journey towards salvation. While faith is undeniably the foundation of our relationship with God, I firmly believe that our works play a significant and complementary role in attaining salvation.
The Bible teaches us that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). This profound truth has resonated deeply with me throughout my personal and spiritual journey. It has led me to understand that salvation is not merely a one-time event but an ongoing process of transformation and renewal.
Through my experiences as a pastor and a follower of Christ, I have witnessed how engaging in good works and living out Christ-like virtues can have a profound impact on our lives and the lives of those around us. Our actions are not a means to earn salvation but rather a genuine response to the love and grace that God has freely bestowed upon us.
At https://BibleHeaven.org, we encourage our congregation to actively participate in acts of love, compassion, and service as an outpouring of our faith. These works are not meant to be burdensome obligations, but expressions of gratitude and a desire to align ourselves with God's will.
By engaging in acts of kindness, seeking justice for the oppressed, and extending a helping hand to those in need, we exemplify the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Our works become a living testimony to the message of the Gospel, touching hearts, and inspiring others to seek salvation and live lives of moral excellence.
However, it is essential to remember that salvation is ultimately a gift of God's grace, which we receive through faith in Jesus Christ. Our works do not merit or earn salvation; rather, they are a reflection of our faith and an evidence of the internal change that occurs when we allow the Holy Spirit to work in our lives.
In conclusion, I can attest to the profound significance of works in the journey of salvation. Let us not underestimate the transformative power of actively living out our faith through good deeds. As we embrace both faith and works, may our lives be a testament to God's love, grace, and transforming power, inspiring others to join us on this beautiful journey towards salvation.
I invite you all to share your thoughts and experiences on this topic, as we continue to learn and grow together in our walk of faith.
Blessings,
Pastor Harry, https://BibleHeaven.org
Dear fellow believers,
As the Pastor of https://BibleHeaven.org, I come before you today to share a perspective on the transformative role of works in our journey towards salvation. While faith is undeniably the foundation of our relationship with God, I firmly believe that our works play a significant and complementary role in attaining salvation.
The Bible teaches us that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). This profound truth has resonated deeply with me throughout my personal and spiritual journey. It has led me to understand that salvation is not merely a one-time event but an ongoing process of transformation and renewal.
Through my experiences as a pastor and a follower of Christ, I have witnessed how engaging in good works and living out Christ-like virtues can have a profound impact on our lives and the lives of those around us. Our actions are not a means to earn salvation but rather a genuine response to the love and grace that God has freely bestowed upon us.
At https://BibleHeaven.org, we encourage our congregation to actively participate in acts of love, compassion, and service as an outpouring of our faith. These works are not meant to be burdensome obligations, but expressions of gratitude and a desire to align ourselves with God's will.
By engaging in acts of kindness, seeking justice for the oppressed, and extending a helping hand to those in need, we exemplify the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Our works become a living testimony to the message of the Gospel, touching hearts, and inspiring others to seek salvation and live lives of moral excellence.
However, it is essential to remember that salvation is ultimately a gift of God's grace, which we receive through faith in Jesus Christ. Our works do not merit or earn salvation; rather, they are a reflection of our faith and an evidence of the internal change that occurs when we allow the Holy Spirit to work in our lives.
In conclusion, I can attest to the profound significance of works in the journey of salvation. Let us not underestimate the transformative power of actively living out our faith through good deeds. As we embrace both faith and works, may our lives be a testament to God's love, grace, and transforming power, inspiring others to join us on this beautiful journey towards salvation.
I invite you all to share your thoughts and experiences on this topic, as we continue to learn and grow together in our walk of faith.
Blessings,
Pastor Harry, https://BibleHeaven.org
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Still out of context however we must always use the good hermeneutics and sound logic.
Death speaks of separation and not cession of existence.
James 2:26, "For as the body without the spirit (life force) is dead, so faith without works is dead also."
In the same way, James says, "faith without works is dead." What does he mean?
Works are to faith what the body is to the spirit. The body displays the life of the spirit. Work displays faith. The only way I can display that I am alive is with my body (movement, pulse, etc.). The only way that I can display that I have faith is by my works.
The spirit is the animating factor to the body, energizing it, vitalizing it as WORKS are the energizing, vitalizing factor to faith.
James isn't talking about two different kinds of faith. Faith is faith!
He is exhorting his readers to add works to their faith for the vindication of their faith before men and the vitalizing and energizing of it.
The talk about the demons is not James words. It is the imaginary objector's words. James is using a rhetorical device called the "diatribe". It is an objection/reply format. It starts an objection off with something like "But someone will say" and after the objection has been given a sharp reply/rejoinder is given, starting off with something like James' "But do you want to know, O foolish man..."
This passage has created innumerable difficulties for interpreters. There is neither contradiction nor tension with Paul. They are speaking to two completely different issues!
To be effective, to be able to demonstrate our faith we must have works. It does not mean the person is not saved.
Salvation is "not of works" according to Ephesians 2:9. "Not of works" means "Not of works."
Works have no part in our salvation.
Jesus Christ finished the work of salvation on the cross.
We can be saved only by trusting His finished work on the cross.
We can be saved only by trusting His finished work on the Cross.
Try to make that verse in red, Make that square with scripture in this verse? It is impossible.
2 Timothy 1:9 (HCSB)
9 He has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace, which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began.
No does it fit that verse, it was made to fit before time began.
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The three buildings outside the South entrance, two of them appear to be in the wrong place. Only the upper left, the King's Palace, appears to be be in the correct spot. The King's Entrance should be slid to the right a little bit. And the East wall should be a bit to further to the East. Maybe about a 100 feet or 200 feet, to be equal to 600 feet by 600 feet. That is according to Josephus.
