*THE BEWITCHING HOUR?*
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I have mentioned this thing myself recently because when we read the Bible BELIEFS were everywhere. We had the Hebrews, the Egyptians, the Babylonians, the Philistines, the beliefs of Noah's Day, the Canaanites, and many others including the ancient Greeks, ancient Romans ALL HAD BELIEF SYSTEMS.
For years, especially the past 50 years, we've had a surge of atheism. But like you just posted many are now searching for some kind of belief system and mostly are paganistic from the Buddhist, the Hinduism, Mormonism, the Jehovah's Witness, Wiccan, Viking beliefs, Old Irish beliefs and other occultic practices around the world like what I classify Muslim beliefs.
But it's interesting that in the beginning of humanity people were tied to belief systems and then people became non believers and getting deeper into Science which is a belief system even if they deny it. But here we are again where the majority of humans are trying to find a belief system.
The Bible explains this.
It means we are so close to the Great Tribulation it could be just days away because enough Prophecies are fulfilled and people are open minded enough to believe the Antichrist is God. Even the election of an AMERICAN POPE is alarming because he will be able to sway many being the fact he is from the United States of America.
For years, especially the past 50 years, we've had a surge of atheism. But like you just posted many are now searching for some kind of belief system and mostly are paganistic from the Buddhist, the Hinduism, Mormonism, the Jehovah's Witness, Wiccan, Viking beliefs, Old Irish beliefs and other occultic practices around the world like what I classify Muslim beliefs.
But it's interesting that in the beginning of humanity people were tied to belief systems and then people became non believers and getting deeper into Science which is a belief system even if they deny it. But here we are again where the majority of humans are trying to find a belief system.
The Bible explains this.
It means we are so close to the Great Tribulation it could be just days away because enough Prophecies are fulfilled and people are open minded enough to believe the Antichrist is God. Even the election of an AMERICAN POPE is alarming because he will be able to sway many being the fact he is from the United States of America.
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We need a doctrinal affirmation of what a believer is actually supposed to believe and live it is ALL scripture
Point # 1
I recognize that there is only one true and living God (Exodus 20:2,3)who exists as the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, who is worthy of all honor, praise and worship as the Creator, Sustainer and Beginning and End of all things. (Rev.4:11, 5:9,10, Isaiah 43:1,7,21)
Point #2
I recognize Jesus Christ as the Messiah, the Word who became flesh and dwelt among us (John 1: 1,14) I believe that He came to destroy the works of the devil (I John3:8), that He disarmed the rulers and authorities and made a public display of them, having triumphed over them by the cross (Colossians 2:15)
Point #3
I believe that God has proven His love for me, because when I was still a sinner Christ died for me (Romans 5:8). I believe that He delivered me from the kingdom of darkness and transferred me to His kingdom and in Him I have redemption and the forgiveness of sins (Colossians 1:13,14)
ps: plenty more which I will add as I can
Point # 1
I recognize that there is only one true and living God (Exodus 20:2,3)who exists as the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, who is worthy of all honor, praise and worship as the Creator, Sustainer and Beginning and End of all things. (Rev.4:11, 5:9,10, Isaiah 43:1,7,21)
Point #2
I recognize Jesus Christ as the Messiah, the Word who became flesh and dwelt among us (John 1: 1,14) I believe that He came to destroy the works of the devil (I John3:8), that He disarmed the rulers and authorities and made a public display of them, having triumphed over them by the cross (Colossians 2:15)
Point #3
I believe that God has proven His love for me, because when I was still a sinner Christ died for me (Romans 5:8). I believe that He delivered me from the kingdom of darkness and transferred me to His kingdom and in Him I have redemption and the forgiveness of sins (Colossians 1:13,14)
ps: plenty more which I will add as I can
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LOL! That hardly happened on either side. No one is going to 'fix' the demonic problem going on as the correct way to 'fix' it involves only the victory of Christ and no wrestling with demons in the dark and some 'Jesus' figure beating it up. Come on! Jesus NEVER EVER wrestled with a demon. He overcame the power of the devil through His blood and we do the same. We don't recount unbiblical histrionics and then sit back and wait for attention.
Just sayin'
Just sayin'
If someone’s sister chooses to worship Wicca , this has nothing to do with her brother not understanding scripture nor anyone’s ability to cast out a demon or devil .
The issues would be her own faith and belief as everyone’s is jesus didn’t go around casting devils out of unbelievers so they would suddenly believe it’s not a demonic issue it’s a free Will and faith issue
We can’t drive out demons because someone rejects Christ is my point . A lot of what you said would be fine in a situation that calls for someone to drive a demon out or something . The point is is if I reject Jesus and the gospel as blain is explaining
it’s not because I possessed by a demon it’s because I don’t believe the truth. That’s my point someone not believing isn’t solved by another person trying to cast out a demon lol
“Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases.”
Luke 9:1 KJV
His apostles also did a lot of things like raising the dead , healing sickness and disease , driving out demons ect but that’s the point Jesus does those things
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.”
1 Peter 5:8-9 KJV
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I live by the Word. I am not getting into another discussion of this nature. Sorry, but you are late to the party. Just acknowledge what the scripture says about the whole thing and you are good to go. I don't have to answer faithless or faith testing questions as every single thing we SHOULD believe (but many do not and so are powerless which does not mean they are not saved but their life on this planet is not going to be what it should have been).
Please note that I NEVER EVER AT ALL IN ANY WAY SHAPE OR FORM said a single thing about casting out a demon. Those are your words for some reason.
JESUS IS THE ANSWER. Truly
Please note that I NEVER EVER AT ALL IN ANY WAY SHAPE OR FORM said a single thing about casting out a demon. Those are your words for some reason.
JESUS IS THE ANSWER. Truly
Doctrinal Affirmation continued: again, ALL found in scripture.
Point #5
I believe that I am now a child of God (I John 3:1-3) and hat I am seated with Christ in the heavenlies (Eph.2:6) I believe that I am saved by the grace of God through faith and that it was a gift and not the result of any works on my part (Eph. 2:8)
Point #6
I choose to be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might (Eph. 6:10) I put no confidence in the flesh (Phil. 3:3) for the weapons of my warfare are not of the flesh (II Cor. 10:4) I put on the whole armor of God (Eph. 6: 10-17) and I resolve to stand firm in my faith and RESIST the evil one.
Point #7
I believe that Jesus has all authority in heaven and on earth (Matt. 28:18) and that He is the head over all rule and authority (Col. 2:10)
I believe that the devil (satan) and his demons are subject to me in Christ because I am a member of Christ's body (Eph. 1: 19-23) I therefore obey the command to resist the devil (James 24:7) and I command him in the name of Christ to leave my presence.
Point #5
I believe that I am now a child of God (I John 3:1-3) and hat I am seated with Christ in the heavenlies (Eph.2:6) I believe that I am saved by the grace of God through faith and that it was a gift and not the result of any works on my part (Eph. 2:8)
Point #6
I choose to be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might (Eph. 6:10) I put no confidence in the flesh (Phil. 3:3) for the weapons of my warfare are not of the flesh (II Cor. 10:4) I put on the whole armor of God (Eph. 6: 10-17) and I resolve to stand firm in my faith and RESIST the evil one.
Point #7
I believe that Jesus has all authority in heaven and on earth (Matt. 28:18) and that He is the head over all rule and authority (Col. 2:10)
I believe that the devil (satan) and his demons are subject to me in Christ because I am a member of Christ's body (Eph. 1: 19-23) I therefore obey the command to resist the devil (James 24:7) and I command him in the name of Christ to leave my presence.
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I truly do understand and appreciate what you are saying, but please understand that it has been so since the beginning. Have you read Romans 1? That chapter alone reveals the deep sin in the heart of mankind (meaning both sexes). There is no comfort in knowing these things save the fact that our Lord Jesus Christ has overcome these things and we are partakers with Him of His victory over all of the kingdom of darkness.
I have lived this and Jesus is indeed our Savior and always and forever our champion.
I will tell you again though, that it is going to get far worse so anchor yourself in Christ while you have time. I say this to everyone and myself included.
I have lived this and Jesus is indeed our Savior and always and forever our champion.
I will tell you again though, that it is going to get far worse so anchor yourself in Christ while you have time. I say this to everyone and myself included.
Really? What answers have I provided that are not in scripture? You quote one of my posts about affirmation (meaning we agree with what the Bible says)
So do you agree with scripture or not is the final and only real question. I don't play games.
Y'all should be a whole lot more concerned with how God is going to treat you when the time comes. I'm nothing at all and nothing to worry about.
So do you agree with scripture or not is the final and only real question. I don't play games.
Y'all should be a whole lot more concerned with how God is going to treat you when the time comes. I'm nothing at all and nothing to worry about.
This is what you do when someone doesn’t agree
So you have an audience of one and take the opportunity to falsely accuse me of having distain towards you. Shame on you Blain.
( for the record I completely agree with blain you’ve tested him the same way throughout in his Post )
You leave me with a very cold feeling towards you. Your passive aggressive post indicates you are not able to be what you tell others they should be. Even if a person lacks discernment, they can read how you have manipulated some here and when you don't succeed you turn snarky as you did here.
You seem quite good at dividing people and misrepresenting them. You are a legend in your own mind.”
your response to another person who didn’t agree or has a different thing to say
“Honestly the level of incomprehension and a desire to play games with some people here is a real turn off.
I guess by now Blain is sending you pm's? Yeah I know about that. As I like to say...you do you. I am not interested.”
Again more for blain
“Self righteousness at work. I said I do not believe all your demon stories. That, is not an accusation. That, is a fact. I do not believe all your demon stories. You sure do create alot of drama Blain. I never offered logic. I offered THE FACT I do not believe all your wild demon stories. You cannot rewrite what I said. That is also a fact and not an accusation.”
Another lol you accusing blain of bieng “ rude or “not polite “to you lol
“Your simple question was not polite and it was not simple.”
“Hello pot it’s kettle you are black “
I would co tinier on where your discussing demons ect but realize it is wasting time
you should study in the Bible how were taught to treat other people especially believers. and also realize Carnality in a Christian is very easily spotted by other Christian’s .
and for the record
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So you have an audience of one and take the opportunity to falsely accuse me of having distain towards you. Shame on you Blain.
( for the record I completely agree with blain you’ve tested him the same way throughout in his Post )
You leave me with a very cold feeling towards you. Your passive aggressive post indicates you are not able to be what you tell others they should be. Even if a person lacks discernment, they can read how you have manipulated some here and when you don't succeed you turn snarky as you did here.
You seem quite good at dividing people and misrepresenting them. You are a legend in your own mind.”
your response to another person who didn’t agree or has a different thing to say
“Honestly the level of incomprehension and a desire to play games with some people here is a real turn off.
I guess by now Blain is sending you pm's? Yeah I know about that. As I like to say...you do you. I am not interested.”
Again more for blain
“Self righteousness at work. I said I do not believe all your demon stories. That, is not an accusation. That, is a fact. I do not believe all your demon stories. You sure do create alot of drama Blain. I never offered logic. I offered THE FACT I do not believe all your wild demon stories. You cannot rewrite what I said. That is also a fact and not an accusation.”
Another lol you accusing blain of bieng “ rude or “not polite “to you lol
“Your simple question was not polite and it was not simple.”
“Hello pot it’s kettle you are black “
I would co tinier on where your discussing demons ect but realize it is wasting time
you should study in the Bible how were taught to treat other people especially believers. and also realize Carnality in a Christian is very easily spotted by other Christian’s .
and for the record
p ppl
But you appear to ignore that even using the concept that 1 day with us can be 1,000 years to God.
In other words, 2,000 years ago when the New Testament was written in God's timing could only be TWO days ago. So when we know it was God who wrote the Bible and the End Times are mentioned to God it is a short time.
We are on God's timing not on our own.
In other words, 2,000 years ago when the New Testament was written in God's timing could only be TWO days ago. So when we know it was God who wrote the Bible and the End Times are mentioned to God it is a short time.
We are on God's timing not on our own.
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Aww...I see where you are coming from. No I don't ignore that. I am not a Bible scholar per se, but "experts" who are will agree that is not a literal interpretation. For example, during the time after Christs resurrection, people were convinced the time was short and Jesus would be coming back. 2000 years later we are still waiting.
God is eternal. No beginning He is Spirit and present in all and through all as the Word states. Yes, the book of Revelation (given to John on the island of Patmos) does speak of things to come as do other scripture throughout the Bible. Do you know that more than one person has said they know when Jesus is coming back and of course every person who said such a thing was proven false.
All prophecy has not been fulfilled so while we are on the way in that direction, there is till quite a bit to happen.
As God is not a part of time, Peter, in the verse you are asking about, reminds us that while some may think God is slow in fulfilling His word, He actually doing so, but not on our timetable. We could also say that what God can do in one of our days (although He is not constrained that way but for the purpose of understanding I say it) would be like 1000 years to us
So yeah. We are definitely in time, unlike God and we are not able to cross that boundary until death.
God is eternal. No beginning He is Spirit and present in all and through all as the Word states. Yes, the book of Revelation (given to John on the island of Patmos) does speak of things to come as do other scripture throughout the Bible. Do you know that more than one person has said they know when Jesus is coming back and of course every person who said such a thing was proven false.
All prophecy has not been fulfilled so while we are on the way in that direction, there is till quite a bit to happen.
As God is not a part of time, Peter, in the verse you are asking about, reminds us that while some may think God is slow in fulfilling His word, He actually doing so, but not on our timetable. We could also say that what God can do in one of our days (although He is not constrained that way but for the purpose of understanding I say it) would be like 1000 years to us
So yeah. We are definitely in time, unlike God and we are not able to cross that boundary until death.
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Doctrinal affirmation continued
Point #8
I believe that apart from Christ I can do nothing (John 15:5) so I declare my dependence on Him. I choose to abide in Christ in order to bear much fruit and glorify the Lord (John 15:8) I announce to satan that Jesus is my Lord (I Cor. 12:3) and I reject any counterfeit gifts or works of the devil in my life.
Point #9
I believe that the truth will set me free (John 8:32) and that walking in the light is the only path of fellowship. (I John 1:7) Therefore I stand against satan's deception by taking every thought captive in obedience to Christ (II Cor. 10:5) I declare that the Bible is the only authoritative standard (II Tim. 3: 15-17) I choose to speak the truth in love (Eph. 4:15)
Point #10
I choose to present my body as an instrument of righteousness, a living and holy sacrifice and I renew my mind by the living Word of God in order that I may prove that the will of God is good, acceptable and perfect (Romans 6:13, 12: 1,2)
Point #8
I believe that apart from Christ I can do nothing (John 15:5) so I declare my dependence on Him. I choose to abide in Christ in order to bear much fruit and glorify the Lord (John 15:8) I announce to satan that Jesus is my Lord (I Cor. 12:3) and I reject any counterfeit gifts or works of the devil in my life.
Point #9
I believe that the truth will set me free (John 8:32) and that walking in the light is the only path of fellowship. (I John 1:7) Therefore I stand against satan's deception by taking every thought captive in obedience to Christ (II Cor. 10:5) I declare that the Bible is the only authoritative standard (II Tim. 3: 15-17) I choose to speak the truth in love (Eph. 4:15)
Point #10
I choose to present my body as an instrument of righteousness, a living and holy sacrifice and I renew my mind by the living Word of God in order that I may prove that the will of God is good, acceptable and perfect (Romans 6:13, 12: 1,2)
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