tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post248900239248406230..comments2024-03-28T17:51:54.517-04:00Comments on My perspective -- What Constance thinks: Obama and EU's Solana -- hand in hand through the New Age?Constance Cumbeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07181096121385621574noreply@blogger.comBlogger76125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-29332317445658462008-11-11T12:46:00.000-05:002008-11-11T12:46:00.000-05:00J,you are NOT reading what the definition says, bu...J,<BR/><BR/>you are NOT reading what the definition says, but assuming it says what you would like it to say. its not an etymology, its a DEFINITION. its not some figure of speech open to interpretation. its specific.<BR/><BR/>here, read it again.<BR/><BR/>"a Kenite or member of the TRIBE of "KAJIN":--Kenite.<BR/><BR/>"Kajin, <BR/>THE NAME OF THE FIRST CHILD(!), also of a place in Palestine, and of an Oriental tribe:--CAIN, Kenite(-s)."<BR/><BR/><BR/>im sorry, but You might want to do a little more research on the NIV.<BR/>do me a favor, look up ACTS 8:37. heres what the KJV says:<BR/><BR/> ACTS 8:37<BR/>"And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God."<BR/><BR/>when you find it in the NIV, let me know and post it here so we can see how its changed from the KJV.<BR/><BR/>its amazing, you are on a blog that warns against NEW AGE theology, but yet you are using a new age bible.<BR/><BR/>the irony.<BR/><BR/>heres an older TV show about bible versions, but still relevant and informative. its a good start, hope you open your eyes:<BR/><BR/>http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-6812354360961235206&ei=ZsQZSaabJ5zUqAOnt6HqDQ&q=new+age+bibles<BR/><BR/><BR/>in Christ>oviOV!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15966220886962612187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-11184473975670785852008-11-11T01:21:00.000-05:002008-11-11T01:21:00.000-05:00Ovi,You might want to do a little more research. ...Ovi,<BR/>You might want to do a little more research. ISBE is a respected encyclopedia, but in addition to that the Kenites are not descended from Cain just because there is a connection in the etymology of the word. Hebrew Strong's does not say Kenites are descendant of Cain. It talks about etymology of words, which can have a similar source. <BR/><BR/>There is never a genealogical link drawn in the Bible, whereas in other cases it is very clear.. Two people's names can have similar etymology.. that doesn't automatically mean they are related. Since logically, and according to Scripture we know the linage of Cain was cut off, and only Noah's survived to say that Kenites were descendants of Cain would be false. <BR/><BR/>JoyceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-78794663313055235122008-11-09T19:45:00.000-05:002008-11-09T19:45:00.000-05:00J,i never said descendents of abraham were exclusi...J,<BR/><BR/>i never said descendents of abraham were exclusive.<BR/><BR/>also i noticed you are using the<BR/><BR/>"International Standard Bible Encyclopedia"<BR/><BR/>and the<BR/><BR/>"NIV" bible.<BR/><BR/>are you serious? i gave you the definition of "KENITES" from the original hebrew language, not some third rate international encyclopedia. id advise you to look up the word in the strongs concodance and a KJV bible to be able to take the words back to the original hebrew and greek languages.<BR/><BR/>KENITES:<BR/>Strong's Hebrew Dictionary<BR/>7017. Qeyniy<BR/><BR/>ynyq Qeyniy kay-nee'<BR/>or Qiyniy (1 Chron. 2:55) {kee-nee'}; patronymic from 7014; a Kenite or member of the tribe of Kajin:--Kenite.<BR/><BR/>See Hebrew 7014<BR/>#7014<BR/>Nyq Qayin kah'-yin<BR/>the same as 7013 (with a play upon the affinity to 7069); Kajin, THE NAME OF THE FIRST CHILD, also of a place in Palestine, and of an Oriental tribe:--CAIN, Kenite(-s).<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>to <BR/>"Anonymous said..."<BR/><BR/>dont worry ill turn the other cheek and dust my shoes off.<BR/>i wasnt trying to convert you i was trying to defend my church from lies and rumors being spread about it before anyone even looks at the church itself to see if those rumors are true or not.<BR/>we all know what Christ thinks of rumors and liars, not to mention the 8th commandment.<BR/><BR/>but thats all ill say, see you on the other side...hope you are on thr right side of the gulf.OV!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15966220886962612187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-74733681829989499972008-11-09T03:33:00.000-05:002008-11-09T03:33:00.000-05:00ov!,You aren't going to get any quarter here at th...ov!,<BR/><BR/>You aren't going to get any quarter here at this blog for your particular "brand" of Christian theology. Nearly everyone here would view the set of beliefs to which you adhere as (and I say this as diplomatically as I can) a distortion of Christianity.<BR/><BR/>I would encourage you to stop wasting your time, and everyone else's, and stop posting this type of information here. Clearly you are not deprived of fellowship since Shepherd's Chapel has other members.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-78647926450492234262008-11-09T01:09:00.000-05:002008-11-09T01:09:00.000-05:00Ovi,Just quickly..the encylopedias have very lengt...Ovi,<BR/>Just quickly..the encylopedias have very lengthy explanations of the etymology of the name of the Kenites, but the briefest explanation seem to have to do with their profession. You can't assume they are descendants of Cain because of their name. <BR/><BR/>Gen. 7:23 Thus He blotted out every living thing that was upon the face of the land, from man to animals to creeping things and to birds of the sky, and they were blotted out from the earth; and only Noah was left, together with those that were with him in the ark. <BR/><BR/>Where would have Cain's seed come from, if his descendants were completely abolished? <BR/><BR/>The word yˆnéq in Aramaic means “smith.” Professor Sayce thinks they may really have been a tribe of smiths, resembling “the gipsies of modern Europe, as well as the traveling tinkers or blacksmiths of the Middle Ages” (HDB, under the word). This would account for their relations with the different peoples, among whom they would reside in pursuit of their calling. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>As for God using the seed of Abraham, there is no doubt, but Abraham's bloodline was never very pure..When we think of all the intermarrying...i.e. Ephraim and Manassah had an Egyptian mother. Moses had a Midianite wife, there was Ruth, ,etc, etc,. God punished the physical descendants of Israel for their idolatry. We can't say that because someone is a physical descendant of Abraham they always walk with God. Within Jacob's own family, there were many problems. God is not limited to Abraham's family either. Look at Jethro...Caleb was a Kenzinnite who happened to associate with the tribe of Judah. <BR/><BR/>John the Baptist said this as he was immersing people in the Jordan:<BR/><BR/>But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees coming for baptism, he said to them, “You brood of vipers, who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? “Therefore bear fruit in keeping with repentance; and do not suppose that you can say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham for our father’; for I say to you that from these stones God is able to raise up children to Abraham. Matt 3:7-9<BR/><BR/>Being a physical descendant of Abraham is not sufficient...you must be "born-again" in the words of Yeshua:<BR/><BR/>John 3:6 “aThat which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.<BR/>“Do not be amazed that I said to you, ‘You must be born again.’ “The wind blows where it wishes and you hear the sound of it, but do not know where it comes from and where it is going; so is everyone who is born of the Spirit.” Nicodemus said to Him, “How can these things be?” Jesus answered and said to him, “Are you athe teacher of Israel and do not understand these things? John 3:6-10<BR/><BR/>We must be born again...<BR/><BR/>There will be those from every tribe in Israel represented in the kingdom, but there are also those that are lost. Do you remember the story of Lazarus....I'll post the end of it which makes it very clear, that being a descendant of Abraham is not the entry ticket into the kingdom:<BR/><BR/> “And he cried out and said, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus so that he may dip the tip of his finger in water and cool off my tongue, for I am in agony in this flame.’ “But Abraham said, ‘Child, remember that during your life you received your good things, and likewise Lazarus bad things; but now he is being comforted here, and you are in agony ‘And besides all this, between us and you there is a great chasm fixed, so that those who wish to come over from here to you will not be able, and that none may cross over from there to us.’“And he said, ‘Then I beg you, father, that you send him to my father’s house — for I have five brothers — in order that he may awarn them, so that they will not also come to this place of torment.’ “But Abraham *said, ‘They have Moses and the Prophets; let them hear them.’ “But he said, ‘No, father Abraham, but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent!’ “But he said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.’”<BR/><BR/>We realize that this story is speaking of Yeshua who rose from the dead, but look who Abraham is talking to...a literal descendant of his. <BR/><BR/>There is no doubt God has a plan for the physical descendants of Abraham, but not exclusively and they have to come in through the same door.. In Noah's ark there was one door, in the mishkan there was one entry way, in the Temple and finally with Yeshua. There is only one way to salvation. I am the truth, the light and the way and no one comes to the Father except by Me..said Yeshua ..God's plan through the physical descendants of Abraham was to bring glory to His Name. Sometimes we did and sometimes we didn't...<BR/><BR/>I agree with you that Abraham was a Hebrew...He was a Hebrew because he "crossed over" from his life where there was pagan idolatry from Babylon where people worshipped the moon god. He left his home and family to follow the true God of Israel. Not all of his family did that...<BR/><BR/>The famous hall of faith in the book of Hebrews 11, says that Abraham was justified by faith, but so was Rahab and she was a Canaanite....<BR/><BR/>Haven't looked at your congregation's site, and I am not familiar with it, but I'll have a look. <BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Shalom,<BR/>Joyce<BR/><BR/>Maryanne,<BR/>Glad that helped!<BR/>Blessings,<BR/>Joyce<BR/><BR/><BR/>Dorothy,<BR/>Glad you can allow yourself to rest...<BR/>Shalom,<BR/>JoyceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-43708765604106193662008-11-08T22:37:00.000-05:002008-11-08T22:37:00.000-05:00haha,i didnt know there would be so many comedians...haha,<BR/><BR/>i didnt know there would be so many comedians on such a serious blog.<BR/><BR/>awesome.<BR/><BR/>thanks to everyone for the concern about what i believe. i send the same concern right back.<BR/><BR/>trust God, read the bible and pray.<BR/><BR/>in Christ>oviOV!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15966220886962612187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-10964177861895762352008-11-08T19:44:00.000-05:002008-11-08T19:44:00.000-05:00THANKS TOConstance, Rudi, Dawn, HK, Suanna, Joyce,...THANKS TO<BR/>Constance, Rudi, Dawn, HK, Suanna, Joyce, Maryanne, Anonymous, Leana, and Doug for the nice words and encouragement. <BR/><BR/>I will not be staying away from reading what others post here. All of you post such good information I would be foolish to miss it. It's just that I have to get a fresh perspective on what is happening. I've gone through burnout before and always come back. It's that darn rubberband that ties me to the work.<BR/><BR/>DorothyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-20623514756806345112008-11-08T19:38:00.000-05:002008-11-08T19:38:00.000-05:00You'll have to go over the six foot mark to win. ...You'll have to go over the six foot mark to win. I just measured Ovi's post and it was just under five feet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-55491642721170115832008-11-08T19:26:00.000-05:002008-11-08T19:26:00.000-05:00That's nothing. I'll win with my eight foot essay...That's nothing. I'll win with my eight foot essay from this on-line book about the Constitution.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-51478779501241735722008-11-08T19:22:00.000-05:002008-11-08T19:22:00.000-05:00Is there some sort of competition going on to see ...Is there some sort of competition going on to see who can take up the most blog space? If so, what's the prize. If it's good enough I'll compete also. I've got a good 5-footer waiting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-75906276442730474042008-11-08T19:12:00.000-05:002008-11-08T19:12:00.000-05:00For clarification:11/15/08: Emergency financial s...For clarification:<BR/><BR/>11/15/08: Emergency financial summit in Washington, D.C. (Spain/Zapatero got their seat, by the way, from the French, who had two, and the Economist has just published a lengthy interview with P.M. Zapatero, detailing all Spain's financial successes. See Farmer's blog response section for links.)<BR/><BR/>11/15/05: Signing of the AMA agreement by the U.S., Israel and the E.U. (Dr. Solana signed on behalf of the EU.) For Bible prophecy afficionados (Jewish days begin the previous day at sunset), 11/14/05 + 2,595 (2,520 + 30 + 45) = 12/22/12 (the Jewish day would begin on Friday, 12/21/12, the beginning of a Biblical Sabbath).<BR/><BR/>***<BR/><BR/>AMA agreement:<BR/><BR/>http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Peace+Process/Reference+Documents/Agreed+documents+on+movement+and+access+from+and+to+Gaza+15-Nov-2005.htm<BR/><BR/>More:<BR/><BR/>http://www.fulfilledprophecy.com/discussion/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=37177Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-78586082138149086662008-11-08T18:17:00.001-05:002008-11-08T18:17:00.001-05:00Statement of Faith http://www.shepherdschapel.com/...Statement of Faith <BR/><BR/>http://www.shepherdschapel.com/statement1.htmOV!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15966220886962612187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-31204620243932405442008-11-08T18:17:00.000-05:002008-11-08T18:17:00.000-05:00http://www.shepherdschapel.com/critics.htmIn Answe...http://www.shepherdschapel.com/critics.htm<BR/><BR/><BR/>In Answer to Critics<BR/>by Pastor Arnold B. Murray<BR/><BR/>"I make it a policy to never mention individual denominations, groups or single out individuals by name; however since 1991 several so called "Christian Research" organizations have willingly quoted each others's falsehoods and labels, without direct research, until they are blindly printing outright lies. This has gone on long enough now that I have categorized some glaring examples of such inaccuracies to facilitate making a clear Biblical response. I am not writing this document because I seek nor want any organization's endorsement, but I wish to point out these inaccuracies for intelligent Bible students who love to study God's Word. The Shepherd's Chapel Network now has millions of serious Bible students who study daily with us. It is because I love each of you who desire a deeper study into our Father's Word that I feel I owe this response to you and especially to new students of the Shepherd's Chapel.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>I also should point out to those not familiar with the Shepherd's Chapel that we are completely independent; therefore we are not affiliated with any other church, denomination or group. As a matter of record, the only group of which I am a member is with the "Chosin Few" which is a group of Korean War veterans comprised of various military factions who fought in one of the more famous battles of that war. I am very proud to have served as a U.S. Marine in this severe winter battle in which approximately 12,000 of our troops faced a massive surprise attack by an estimated 120,000 of the Chinese communist enemy. Although suffering many casualties, the Marines and our British allies inflicted far more damage to the Chinese and were able to ultimately escape (with our dead and injured) from the Chosin Reservoir where we were at a grave disadvantage. Despite being wounded I survived this war because, I believe, the Lord had further plans and a purpose for my life. I have never forgotten the discipline of the U.S. Marine Corps and the lessons learned in war. If I teach like a Marine DI (Drill Instructor) it is with love because I know first hand the value of well educated and trained troops. In fact the root word behind the word "disciples" is "discipline". The Bible frequently uses military terms to convey how we must prepare to face spiritual warfare. As Christians our ultimate enemy is not "flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places, to wit we must put on the whole armour of God" (Ephesians 6:10-19).<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>I believe many of the inaccurate perceptions of what I teach at the Shepherd's Chapel could be resolved quickly if those interested would simply request our "Statement of Faith" which has been freely available for many years. If you have not already requested it I would encourage you to do so. But perhaps the best way to evaluate what I teach is to simply listen for a while. One thing you will quickly notice is that I like to field questions which in my opinion is a fine way for the listener to test what is being taught. Since the beginning of my Bible teaching ministry, over 50 years ago, I have always insisted on taking questions from the congregation. This important part of teaching ensures that everyone has an opportunity to ask key questions, then hear and judge the knowledge of the teacher for themselves. Now let's take a look at some of the usual points of criticism that some of these so-called "Christian Research" people seem to steal from one another in their rush to reproduce lies against myself and the Shepherd's Chapel.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>The Trinity or Godhead<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>I teach YHVH ("I Am That I Am" and Hebrew for the Sacred Name of God), Yahshua (Hebrew for God's Saviour Jesus) and the Holy Spirit. When you speak the Truth it is the Holy Spirit manifesting Himself through you. Matthew 10:20 explicitly says "For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you." The meaning, of course, refers to the Holy Spirit as in Mark 13:11 which notes, "but when they shall lead you, and deliver you up, take no thought beforehand what ye shall speak, neither do you premeditate; but whatsoever shall be given you in that hour, that speak ye; for it is not ye that speak, but the Holy Ghost (Spirit)." I make no apology for teaching the Godhead in this manner, and I certainly do not need an endorsement or approval or further interpretation of my words from any man or group of research witch hunters.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Also, I have never taught that men were little gods. It would be a lie for someone to say so. I do teach all souls were created by our Father. A Christian that would not teach this fact would have a big problem with Scripture. Example: Jeremiah 1:5 says, "Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. Another example: Ephesians 1:4 says, "According as He hath chosen us in Him before the foundation of the world." <BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Recommended additional study lectures on audio CD: <BR/><BR/>#30574, "Nature of God, El Shaddai<BR/>#30417, "Elect"<BR/><BR/><BR/>Racism<BR/><BR/><BR/>To say that I teach racism or practice racism is another outright lie. We have people of all races that attend and study with the Shepherd's Chapel. It is very simple to prove this statement. We televise our annual Passover meetings including video interviews of many of the thousands who attend. Order a video tape of any of these interviews and you will see people of all races which effectively documents the falseness of any charges that I teach racism (a sample of Passover Interviews is also offered at the end of this document). God's Word directly teaches that our Heavenly Father created all the races and that it was good, (Genesis 1:27-28, 31). People of all nations and races shall be in the Temple of the Lord throughout eternity (Revelation 21:22-27).<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Serpent Seed<BR/><BR/>What about teaching Serpent Seed? I make no apology for teaching the Word of God. In Matthew 13, our Lord and Saviour explains the Parable of the Sower directly to His disciples. He is very explicit about exactly who the sower of the bad seed really is. Matthew 13:37-39 states, "He (Jesus) answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of Man. The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one; the enemy that sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the world; and the reapers are the angels."<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Let no one tell you Christ was speaking in a parable here for He was carefully explaining to His disciples the real meaning of the parable He had previously spoken to the multitude. He talked with them in private, and He used language that a child could understand. Christ's teaching of the seed of the devil (or serpent) was nothing new, it was taught from the beginning of Scripture - Genesis.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>In Genesis 3:15 God is speaking to the serpent, "and I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shall bruise his heel." The bruising of the heel took place when Christ was nailed to the Cross. And finally, for those who still want further proof as to who the serpent really is; we read in Revelation 12:9, "and the great Dragon was cast out, that old Serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world." Now can anyone with eyes to see and ears to hear have any doubt or confusion about Satan's own seed?<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Recommended additional study lectures on audio CD: <BR/><BR/>#30146, "Genesis, Chapters 1-6"<BR/>#30461, "Seed of the Serpent" <BR/><BR/><BR/>Kenites <BR/><BR/>What about the use of the word Kenites? It is a Hebrew word that has only one meaning, "sons of Cain." It does not mean Judah. The word Kenite cannot be translated Judah and is never used of Judah. Anyone saying that I use the word to describe Judah is not telling the truth; it would be a lie, because I have never said this.<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/>Recommended additional study lecture on audio CD: <BR/><BR/>#30436, "Kenites" <BR/><BR/><BR/>Exclusive Messenger<BR/><BR/>Some "researchers" say that I claim to be God's exclusive messenger for this era. I have never thought this, much less claimed it. Such a claim is another outright lie. Those "researchers" cannot prove it because I have never said this. A Christian would not think of making up lies about someone, so how should we label these "Christian Researchers?" <BR/><BR/>Doctorate of Religious Education<BR/><BR/>I have never claimed to have received a doctorate from Roy Gillaspie. I do not know where some of these "researchers" came up with this. Roy Gillaspie was simply a beloved teacher of God's Word and I have never said or implied any such thing. It is true that I have a policy of not publicly stating where I earned my doctorate because then "critics" cannot judge me by association. I have always publicly stated that my credentials are my ability to teach God's Word. To the extent that our Heavenly Father blesses me with the ability to clearly teach His Word then what higher ordination could there be?<BR/><BR/>Summary <BR/><BR/>In today's world we need to be vigilant for those who would sow seeds of doubt concerning what God's Word actually says. There is nothing wrong with honest disagreement, this does not entitle one to spread outright lies. Acts 17 provides an example of an honest disagreement when Paul disputed with other Apostles in Jerusalem whether circumcision was necessary for salvation. Galatians 2 offers a second witness to the fact that although there was honest disagreement at the beginning of this meeting there was still fellowship at the end. It may also be surprising to note that this disagreement occurred perhaps 16 years after Yahshua's resurrection. And note that all the problems arose because "certain men from Judea" wanted to stir up discord among Christians by spreading the lie that unless Gentiles were circumcised like them they could not have salvation. In other words they denied salvation through Yahshua alone. The Lord hates those who sow discord among brethren (Proverbs 6:16-19). <BR/><BR/>Paul, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit gives us good advice in II Timothy 2:15-16 when he says, "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of Truth. But shun profane and vain babblings for they will increase unto more ungodliness." Let us never be afraid to study together in Christian fellowship in a positive way with an earnest heart felt desire to uncover the Truth of God's Word. Our Heavenly Father has chosen not to give us all Truth and Knowledge on a silver platter. He expects us to study His Word and search out what is true (Proverbs 25:2). Paul also tells us the Bereans set a good example for all Christians as "they received the Word with all readiness of mind and searched the Scriptures daily, whether those things were so". (Acts 17:11).<BR/><BR/>At the Shepherd's Chapel we study God's Word in a unique verse by verse, chapter by chapter and Book by Book methodology. We don't leave anything out. We hold daily Bible classes on a college level which are freely available to all. I frequently caution all listeners not to believe what any man may teach you unless you first check them out directly from God's Word which is unchanging. You will never go wrong by encouraging daily Bible study which allows the spirit to grow ever stronger in knowledge, wisdom and in discernment. <BR/><BR/>So to those who desire to join the millions of Shepherd's Chapel listeners who enjoy studying God's Word I welcome you. If you disagree with me, that is quite alright. All I ask is that you be honest in disagreement and careful to document your beliefs. I'll always respect honest disagreement.<BR/><BR/>Our Heavenly Father has a divine purpose for each of His children. You need to stay in His Word and discover yours. May YHVH Bless each and everyone of you in your deeper study into His Word.<BR/><BR/>Click here to review the Shepherd's Chapel Statement of Faith <BR/>Click here (RM) or here (WM) to view sample Passover Interviews."OV!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15966220886962612187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-77282996266982399462008-11-08T18:11:00.000-05:002008-11-08T18:11:00.000-05:00hey everyone.sorry for not listing the source to s...hey everyone.<BR/><BR/>sorry for not listing the source to some of the material i posted. i put them in ("") but ill post the source next time to make it clear.<BR/><BR/>as far as theology im not sure i would get into a debate here on this blog it would be unfair to constance and to those who are trying to stick with the blog topic. not to mention it would take pages and pages of documentation for anything said.<BR/><BR/>i am not a racist or am i saying all jews are evil or "serpent seed". at the same time there are those who claim to be jews and are not. thats scripture, not my opinion.<BR/><BR/>as far as the shepherds chapel church goes, ive been studying with them for 10 years or so. before that i grew up in a pentecostal church. then hoped around to different churches until i found one that actually read the bible through and through with documentation from both hebrew and greek(shepherds chapel). if you have any difference with what they teach i would ask you to prove them wrong as far as serpent seed and other issues.<BR/><BR/>instead of getting your info about what church is a cult and which isnt i would ask you to hear it directly from the church being accused instead of false rumors. we all know what Christ thinks about false rumors.<BR/><BR/>i invite anyone to please watch the the 1st 6 chapters of GENESIS bible study videos here(scroll down and on left side watch: "1st 6 chapters of The Book of Genesis" )<BR/><BR/><BR/>http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=236481776<BR/><BR/>you can follow along verse by verse and find out WHY that is taught. you might find its actully scriptural and not made up. and if you still dont believe it then thats fine. to each his own.<BR/><BR/>as far as the kenites making it through the flood you will find them named AFTER the flood as well.<BR/>1Ch 2:55<BR/>And the families of the scribes which dwelt at Jabez; the Tirathites, the Shimeathites, and Suchathites. These are the KENITES that came of Hemath, the father of the house of Rechab."<BR/><BR/>Strong's Hebrew Dictionary<BR/>7017. Qeyniy<BR/><BR/>ynyq Qeyniy kay-nee'<BR/>or Qiyniy (1 Chron. 2:55) {kee-nee'}; patronymic from 7014; a Kenite or member of the tribe of Kajin:--Kenite.<BR/><BR/>See Hebrew 7014<BR/>#7014<BR/>Nyq Qayin kah'-yin<BR/>the same as 7013 (with a play upon the affinity to 7069); Kajin, the name of the first child, also of a place in Palestine, and of an Oriental tribe:--CAIN, Kenite(-s).<BR/><BR/><BR/>anyway, God created all his children and loves them all the same. abrahams seed had a specific purpose to preserve the true teachings of God and to bring forth Christ through an unmixed bloodline. thats NOT racsit, thats a fact. then salvation was opened to all by Christ but that still doesnt change the fact that there are those who claim to be of Judah and are not. not my words, Christs words. im just a messenger.<BR/><BR/>by the way, abraham was NOT a babylonian. he lived in that region for a while, but he was HEBREW.<BR/><BR/>in Christ>oViOV!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15966220886962612187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-90149222828628417342008-11-08T17:30:00.000-05:002008-11-08T17:30:00.000-05:00Hi Dorothy,Yes, this past year has been almost ove...Hi Dorothy,<BR/>Yes, this past year has been almost overwhelming for many of us. The undeniable<BR/>acceleration of world changing events have been literally coming in waves over<BR/>all of us. Like yourself, I get tired and sometimes fight discouragement and frustration<BR/>because so many are oblivious to any danger in what is occurring around them. You’ve told<BR/>me more than once that one person can’t do it all. You have given so much of your time and <BR/>contribute so much, not only here, but on the Israel Forum to wake people up. It’s OK to take time to stop and catch your breath and re-focus and rest for awhile. –Rudi<BR/><BR/><BR/>“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:<BR/>…A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together<BR/>… a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;…” Ecclesiastes 3Rudihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02790452739588756078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-66339255508214246282008-11-08T17:29:00.000-05:002008-11-08T17:29:00.000-05:00Hi Maryanne-I also am in agreement with what Joyce...Hi Maryanne-<BR/>I also am in agreement with what Joyce has shared with you. As a matter of fact, I was also blessed by what she wrote and can't think of a thing to add that would say it any better. Be blessed and encouraged! -RudiRudihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02790452739588756078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-89190221043390608192008-11-08T15:35:00.000-05:002008-11-08T15:35:00.000-05:00Dear Joyce,That indeed helped a great deal and mak...Dear Joyce,<BR/><BR/>That indeed helped a great deal and makes me feel better. I do always preface any prayer with "Heavenly father, please hear my prayer.."<BR/><BR/>"I pray in the name of Yeshua, and the Ruach HaKodesh ( Holy Spirit) guides me, but I direct my requests to My Father in Heaven...who is holy... It is through Yeshua we have access to the throne of grace, and the Spirit guides us in all truth, but our prayers should be in accordance with the Scriptures.."<BR/><BR/>I also agree with you here. I believe that by asking the Father, I am guided through the Holy Spirit. I do always end my prayers, by asking the Father to hear them in Jesus' name.<BR/><BR/>I also always pray that His will and not my own will be done, and I always submit my will to Him before asking for anything. Sometimes this is not what I like, but I realize I am nothing without Him.<BR/><BR/>There may very well come a time to leave my church. I've been praying on it.<BR/><BR/>Thanks so much for your help, Joyce.<BR/><BR/>MAryanneYoung Grasshopperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02152027597398742486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-15346521156069308162008-11-08T15:16:00.000-05:002008-11-08T15:16:00.000-05:00Dear Dorothy,I have missed you as well.Don't be sa...Dear Dorothy,<BR/><BR/>I have missed you as well.<BR/><BR/>Don't be sad. At the end of the day, you did your best, and that is all that counts with God.<BR/><BR/>Remember the words of the Lord spoken through the Prophet Ezekiel:<BR/><BR/><I>Again the word of the LORD came to me, saying, “Son of man, speak to the children of your people, and say to them: ‘When I bring the sword upon a land, and the people of the land take a man from their territory and make him their watchman, when he sees the sword coming upon the land, if he blows the trumpet and warns the people, then whoever hears the sound of the trumpet and does not take warning, if the sword comes and takes him away, his blood shall be on his own head. He heard the sound of the trumpet, but did not take warning; his blood shall be upon himself. But he who takes warning will save his life. But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, and the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at the watchman’s hand.’<BR/><BR/>“So you, son of man: I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore you shall hear a word from My mouth and warn them for Me. When I say to the wicked, ‘O wicked man, you shall surely die!’ and you do not speak to warn the wicked from his way, that wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at your hand. Nevertheless if you warn the wicked to turn from his way, and he does not turn from his way, he shall die in his iniquity; but you have delivered your soul (Ezekiel 33:1-9).</I><BR/><BR/>Also there is the story about someone who once asked Mother Teresa if she were disappointed that her mission had not been more successful.<BR/><BR/>Mother Teresa replied:<BR/><BR/><I>"God has not called me to be successful. He has called me to be faithful."</I>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-23064337478137136662008-11-08T14:48:00.000-05:002008-11-08T14:48:00.000-05:00Dear Maryanne, My thoughts on prayer are guided by...Dear Maryanne, <BR/><BR/>My thoughts on prayer are guided by Yeshua's words. When you pray, pray "Our Father.....who art in heaven " I don't mean we should say mechanical prayers...I don't believe that Scripture gives any precedence for invoking the Holy Spirit. We are to pray to Abba ( our Father). .. If someone has Scriptural evidence to the contrary, I'm open to seeing it but that's what I see in the Bible. I pray in the name of Yeshua, and the Ruach HaKodesh ( Holy Spirit) guides me, but I direct my requests to My Father in Heaven...who is holy... It is through Yeshua we have access to the throne of grace, and the Spirit guides us in all truth, but our prayers should be in accordance with the Scriptures..<BR/><BR/>If we pray, according to God's will (His Word) then we can approach Him with confidence knowing that we are asking in accordance with His will..Sometimes we might pray things that are not His will and we should not expect Him to respond favorably. <BR/><BR/>Don't know if that makes sense, but that's a little on prayer. I also believe the Psalms are a great place to look for prayer. David, who wrote a number of the Psalms, was a man after Abba's heart, so we can learn from him and we can even pray the Scriptures knowing that these are definitely God's will. <BR/><BR/>When I pray, I want to be in agreement with God, and His Word is a great way to be in agreement...There is a certain power in praying back to God what He has promised you. i.e. Lord you said in your Word.........and now I'm asking you to do according to your promise..... Moses is a fabulous example when he intercedes for Israel ( who has just sinned) talking to God about His reputation..God was ready to destroy Israel, but Moses interceded on the basis of God's name...<BR/><BR/>When we believe God's promises and hold Him to them, in the sense of reminding Him what He told us, like one of our children might ( you promised me such and such) He is happy to respond to our childlike faith....<BR/><BR/>That's a little bit how I see prayer...I'm talking to my Abba ( father) who promised me such and such, but before I approach Him I have to come in an attitude of praise, of repentance, etc.. He is holy, holy, holy...<BR/><BR/>I think it is admirable you want to hang in and be a light at your congregation.. It's also important to know if there is a time when you should leave.. That is not a black and white thing, but if you are being drained and don't see that you are making a difference, pray and ask Abba for wisdom according to James 1:5, which He promises to give you...Pray with confidence until you are sure you've heard His voice, either through His Word or through some circumstance that makes it clear. Sometimes it's not clear. I usually stay still.. <BR/><BR/>Be still and know that I am the Lord and my name will be glorified in all the earth.. <BR/><BR/>Don't know if that was really your question, but ...<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>JoyceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-56167936687461505892008-11-08T14:28:00.000-05:002008-11-08T14:28:00.000-05:00Dorothy,All I can say to you is because I do see a...Dorothy,<BR/>All I can say to you is because I do see all of this as a fulfillment of the prophecies, it helps me to keep it in perspective. It is written that these days would come. All of our activism may help those who think like we do, but it will not change a hair on the head of those who don't. Your information has helped and encouraged people who already understand the times, but the rest are blind. It's because we are in the Last Days, that they don't see. The spirit of delusion that the Scriptures talk about is upon them. That is the great frustration.<BR/><BR/>As a wise rabbi I know once said. "a wise man ( or woman) knows the hour". The hour is late and I think you are seeing that. It is discouraging, but not hopeless. Because of Yeshua, most of us on this blog understand that our redemption lies in Him, not in the political solutions or in our activism. We know that these things are coming down the pike. It's disconcerting to see that others, even those who claim to believe in the Bible don't always see it, but there is a small minority who do. <BR/><BR/>I will make a confession...I started writing on this blog originally because of you. When I saw a Jew commenting on all of the events of the day, I wanted to jump in... I wanted to save you, but I can't..only Yeshua can. I know it goes against everything you've been raised to believe, but I pray you will consider the sincere claims of those on this blog who have found a relationship with the risen Messiah and know Him intimately.. <BR/><BR/>He is not a figment of our imagination.. He is Adonai our Messiah, and many of our lives have been changed because of Him, in profound ways. I wish I could share all that He has done in my life to convince you of that, but this is not the place nor the forum...all that to say, Dorothy, your time here has not been wasted and even if you are tired I will say to you in the words of Yeshua, "come to me, all of you who are heavy laden, I will give you rest for my yoke is light.." Yeshua wants to give you the ultimate Shabbat. He is our Shabbat and one day very soon He will return and give us the Shabbat rest.. <BR/>In His Shalom,<BR/>JoyceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-9282503213066849502008-11-08T13:41:00.000-05:002008-11-08T13:41:00.000-05:00Dorothy,I just want to say one more thing and I ho...Dorothy,<BR/><BR/>I just want to say one more thing and I hope you won't take offense and think I am trying to convert you to my own faith.<BR/><BR/>But you said:"I'm more along the lines of "God helps those who help themselves." <BR/><BR/>I was just praying for you and I felt led to share this word with you:<BR/><BR/>My son, do not forget my teaching,<BR/>but keep my commands in your heart,<BR/>for they will prolong your life many years <BR/>and bring you prosperity.<BR/><BR/>Let love and faithfulness never leave you:<BR/>bind them around your neck,<BR/>write them on the tablet of your heart.<BR/>Then you will win favor and a good name<BR/>in the sight of God and man.<BR/>Trust in the Lord with all your heart<BR/>and<BR/>lean not on your own understanding:<BR/>in all ways acknowledge him,<BR/>and he will make your paths straight.<BR/><BR/>Do not be wise in your own eyes,<BR/>fear the Lord and shun evil.<BR/>This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.<BR/>Proverbs 3:1-9<BR/><BR/>Sometimes we lean too heavily on our own understanding, when actually we just need to lean on Him.<BR/><BR/>Hugs,<BR/>MaryanneYoung Grasshopperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02152027597398742486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-56619713533114924342008-11-08T13:07:00.000-05:002008-11-08T13:07:00.000-05:00Clarification:It's also possible that Solana is be...Clarification:<BR/>It's also possible that Solana is beast number 2, and Obama is beast #1, and it's also possible that none of the above is true either!<BR/><BR/>It doesn't really matter, the signs are obvious that prophecy is being fulfilled, and it's exciting to realize that we have been chosen to be part of it!Young Grasshopperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02152027597398742486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-41033878743952227302008-11-08T13:02:00.000-05:002008-11-08T13:02:00.000-05:00"We'll see in a few weeks where I stand. I'll prob..."We'll see in a few weeks where I stand. I'll probably comment here and there on the blog and in my emails, but right now I'm washed out. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for caring.<BR/><BR/>Dorothy<BR/><BR/>11:12 AM"<BR/><BR/>DOROTHY,<BR/><BR/>I just want you to know I and many others feel the same as you do! I have talked to a good friend in Wa. St. and he feels as we do also, as well as a few well informed friends I have here. believe me YOU ARE NOT ALONE IN WHAT YOU FEEL!<BR/>I as well as many here stand with you and by you and greatly appreciate you and your contributions and frienship.<BR/><BR/>Please take some time to calm yourself, I'm am doing the same.<BR/><BR/>What we need now is time to pause for a rest, gather our thoughts and plan from there.<BR/><BR/>We will all rebound and be able to asses where we are, but it is most important that we stay together and stay in touch here. It is the safest thing we can do.<BR/><BR/>I know you are weary now, but I also know you are a very strong person, and a good and vital friend.<BR/><BR/>I can't begin to tell you how helpful you have been to me and I'm sure others here feel the same.<BR/><BR/>I'm just speaking for myself here ( but I would speculate others think the same) I will stand shoulder to shoulder with you if we are the last two people left on the planet to battle this.<BR/><BR/>Hang in there Dorothy.<BR/><BR/>HKHK-91https://www.blogger.com/profile/17414784039164310086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-27291303481146786652008-11-08T12:56:00.000-05:002008-11-08T12:56:00.000-05:00Dorothy, "I can't go along with political conserva...Dorothy,<BR/> "I can't go along with political conservatives who believe that the country will somehow revert when they see the problems Obama has caused. I can't continue to worry about Europe when I see the disaster here."<BR/><BR/>I agree. However keep in mind that if all the research that Constance has done on Solana means anything, and all the research that you and even I have done on Obama means anything, then truly our redemption is drawing close.<BR/><BR/>The reason things are happening so quickly is explained in Revelation 12:12,<BR/><BR/>"He is filled with fury,<BR/>because he knows that his time is short."<BR/><BR/>The Lord has given the faithful many clues to prepare us. I have never in my life been as certain as I am now that we are in the very last years.<BR/><BR/>It certainly seems as though Solana (or the One World System) may be the beast from the sea and that Obama is the False Prophet or Beast from the earth. If that is the case then don't worry about long term suffering. Just try to take a step forward in faith, a little baby step, and see if it takes you to a bigger step. That's what I did, and I continue to take baby steps every day in order to grow stronger. It is helping and my stronger faith is a culmination of all the little baby faith steps I've tried to take over the years when I found comfort no where else.<BR/><BR/>Be encouraged. We all care for you here and could use a big hearty dose of your kutzpah in these days that are coming.Young Grasshopperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02152027597398742486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11772087.post-84663198133992111882008-11-08T12:36:00.000-05:002008-11-08T12:36:00.000-05:00DawnI agree, we need to be gathering as much info ...Dawn<BR/><BR/>I agree, we need to be gathering as much info as possible and cd's are a great way to store it, but I am personally recommending that we all print off at least the most important evidence. <BR/><BR/>I have already lost one computer due to an incident with the baby, and no amount of CD's were going to be read on it. <BR/><BR/>Keeping in mind that everything I saved on the old computer was in wordperfect, and the new computer is saying that all the files are corrupted that I had saved on CD, it would be great to have alternatives. <BR/><BR/>God Bless you all, I have been keeping up with the reading, but have not much time anymore for posting. <BR/><BR/>TO DOROTHY!<BR/>You are an encouragement! Keep persevering to the end, but in the meantime, you have given so much of yourself, you need to fill back up your reserves. <BR/><BR/>LeanaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com