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A Little Study, A Little Wisdom: Why the Man Should Not Be Alone...

"Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.” So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them." - Gen. 1:26-27 (NKJV)... Now pay close attention to this...

"Say unto WISDOM, Thou art my SISTER; and call UNDERSTANDING thy KINSWOMAN: That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words." - Proverbs 7:4-5 (KJV)... "My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But LET PATIENCE HAVE HER perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing." - James 1:2-4 (KJV)

Follow me on this... When God first created man & woman, prior to the formation of Adam, and the forming of Eve from his rib in the Garden of Eden, both the male and female were SPIRITS, made in the image and likeness of the Godhead (the Father, Son & Holy Spirit,) hence the comment, "let "us" make man in "our" image." The writer of Proverbs once penned, "Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding. Exalt HER, and SHE will promote you; SHE will bring you honor, when you embrace HER. SHE will place on your head an ornament of grace; A crown of glory SHE will deliver to you." - Prov. 4:7-9 (NKJV)... We men are known for being stubborn hard-headed, headstrong, etc. Yet since the beginning, it is written,"And the Lord God said, “It is not good that the MAN should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.” - Gen. 2:18 (NKJV)... I find no irony in the fact that King Solomon only asked God for wisdom and wound up with over 700 concubines, when the "spirits" of wisdom, understanding and patience ARE in fact FEMALE SPIRITS. This may even bear some vital significance on boys/men being closer to our mothers than our fathers, not because they're our primary nurturers, but simply because the keys to obtaining, retaining and sustaining peace are embedded in them. I've come to believe that this is why "some of us", (meaning heterosexual/straight men,) search for and desire a virtuous wife so fervently. What we require is wisdom, understanding, and by God you women are the ones whom patiently bear with us... The peace that surpasses ALL understanding in the matter of love, marriage and relationships can ONLY be obtained through the method in which God set forth in the beginning, with a MAN and his WIFE, a MAN and a WOMAN, decently and in order, just as it is written. If you don't like it, take it up with God, HE said it. So if you really love God, obey Him and let Him deliver you... "Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." - Gen. 2:24 (NKJV)

"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." - 2 Tim. 2:15 (KJV)

"But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen." - 2 Peter 3:18 (KJV)

Grow... Together.

While Going Through... for My Friends

During the struggle to try to do what’s right, we all encounter obstacles, rather, attacks from the enemy, (the devil.) Through it all, although we fight, and pray, we must still pray for each other. Some of us have never had a conversation with each other, some of us don’t go to church all the time. But The Word,(The B.I.B.L.E. - The Basic Instruction Before Leaving Earth; Yes, that’s what it is,) tells us that the church is the body of Christ, and we, having the same spirit, are the members of that body. We are the limbs, (the arms legs, fingers, toes, etc.,) but Christ is the head. Anyway, my purpose for posting this is for us to encourage each other, and to pray for EVERYONE, AND EVERYTHING UNDER THE STARS. For the Lord said, "Where two or more are gathered together in my name, there I shall be, in the midst." So, if one prayer warrior can chase away 1,000 demons, and two can chase away 10,000, then what could thousands do?

Division Vs. Unity of the Faith... It Became A Lesson

According to the scripture... "When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven. And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven." - Matthew 16:13-19 (KJV)

At the time this was going on, which was the way God ordained it to be, there was only ONE church. And that church was not a building, made with hands nor stone. But ANY and EVERY man/woman that believed on, and in Jesus Christ. There weren't any denominations, nor did any come into existence in the Bible, that is all a part of man-made "religion." Jesus didn't preach, nor teach "religion," but unity of/in ONE God, ONE Spirit, ONE body, ONE faith , ONE baptism. These days, various "religions" teach conflicting doctrine, yet claim it's the Gospel (def. gospel: (n.) meaning absolute truth) of Christ. People are receiving conflicting messages, fooling around, while their souls are being toyed with, because they're not being taught the pure Gospel. Their ministers claim they are "...rightly dividing the word of truth." But what does the beginning of that scripture say? "STUDY TO SHEW THYSELF APPROVED UNTO GOD, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." - 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV) Some boldly stand in the pulpit and preach/teach nothing about the Holy Spirit/Holy Ghost, despise prophecy, claim that tounges are not to be spoken, etc. That their "church," which IS their religion, in which religion IS denominational, is the only one, or the "correct" one to be in. But the Word says:

"Wherefore, brethren, covet to prophesy, and forbid not to speak with tongues." - 1 Corinthians 14:39 (KJV) 

1 Thessalonians 5: 16-28 (KJV) 

"Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing.

In every thing give thanks: FOR THIS IS THE WILL OF GOD IN CHRIST JESUS CONCERNING YOU. QUENCH NOT THE SPIRIT. DESPISE NOT PROPHESYINGS. Prove ALL things; hold fast that which is good.

Abstain from all appearance of evil. And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it. Brethren, pray for us.

Greet all the brethren with an HOLY (had to make that HOLY KISS clear, the deacons, etc. kissing your lips AIN'T holy) kiss. I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read unto all the holy brethren. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen."

How is that so, when if you truly are teaching the Gospel (ABSOLUTE TRUTH) then you can clearly and plainly read, & see that the baptist, methodist, catholic, buddhist, mormon, episcopalian, wicken, church of Christ, presbyterian, lutheran, etc. churches are all in err, claiming to be under Christ, yet they disdain one another's doctrines, and pick apart the true Gospel  (absolute truth) of Christ, teaching the opposite of the Word of God. We don't have to worry, we have nothing in this world to fear, we've been endowed with power from on High, and have been given authority over the enemy. That's NOT unity of the faith, it's willful ignorance, keeping the members blind to the truth. What is this Gospel? What is this "absolute truth" I speak of, you ask..? This & this alone, which you don't have go to ministry school, or Bible college, nor to be a "Theologian" to learn. They're teaching the people wrong, and have been doing it for centuries.  They look & sound like they've got it together, yet they're disagreeing with the Word of God? How can this be so? Paul warned Timothy of it long ago. You can read it for yourself, pay close attention to verses five through seven (5-7):

2 Timothy 3 (KJV)

This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.

For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,

Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,

Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God; 

5 Having a FORM of godliness, but DENYING THE POWER thereof: FROM SUCH TURN AWAY.

6 For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and LEAD captive silly women laden with sins, LED AWAY with divers lusts,

7 EVER LEARNING, AND NEVER ABLE TO COME TO THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRUTH. 

Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.

But they shall proceed no further: for their folly shall be manifest unto all men, as their's also was.

But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,

Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me.

Yea, and ALL that will live godly in Christ Jesus SHALL suffer persecution.

BUT EVIL MEN AND SEDUCERS SHALL WAX WORSE AND WORSE, DECEIVING, AND BEING DECEIVED.

But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;

And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

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, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.

"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, THOROUGHLY FURNISHED (fully aware & prepared) unto all good works." - 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (KJV) 

So what does the scripture say then? 

Romans 12:4 - "For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office:" 

Romans 12:5 - "So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another." 

1 Corinthians 12:12 - "For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ." 

1 Corinthians 12:18 - "But now hath God set the members every one of them in the body, as it hath pleased him." 

1 Corinthians 12:20 - "But now are they many members, yet but one body."  

1 Corinthians 12:25 - "That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another."

1 Corinthians 12:26 - "And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it."

1 Corinthians 12:27-31 - "Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues. Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? Have all the gifts of healing? do all speak with tongues? do all interpret? But covet earnestly the best gifts: and yet shew I unto you a more excellent way."

This division, fired me up, and this is WAAAAY too long to remain a comment, so it became a lesson, and my lesson... it seems became a sermon. Thank you Lord for using me. I pray that those that read this and accept Your Word for being the Gospel, the absolute truth that is, will go forth and prosper, being released from bondage, no longer being kept blind and powerless by what they haven't been truthfully taught, and may be be filled with the Holy Ghost, with the Holy Spirit, the Comforter, with Your precious Peace and Power from on High as You commanded in Your Word Father. I pray that we truly come in unity of the faith, and learn that WE are the church, WE are the body of Christ, that the chains of captivity be broken, and the Gospel continue to be preached to every corner of the earth. Have your way in our lives Lord, and strengthen us in resisting our flesh, in walking in Your will for our lives, and denying our own. To prick, and to soften our hearts Father, that we may not hold grudges, one toward another, yet to forgive as we've been forgiven by You. These blessings I ask in the name of our Saviour, your Son Jesus Christ, Amen. And we thank you Lord, in advance.

Heartbreak's Voice...

I know many can relate to this...

Sometimes you feel like a nut. I feel like one now, I'm just hanging in there. I somehow seem to encourage all, yet now in need of encouragement myself, I have no one to talk to but God. Ironically, His word is my key that I lend as strength. Now in dire need, it's He and I alone.

This pain resonates from deep within my soul. My heart aches from it's sudden break, I feel as if I'll lose control. I express myself, my love, my fears, and my fears are far and few. I share the goodness of the Lord, I simply share the truth.

But why oh Lord, must this pain, bear so much weight on me? I've truly loved with all my being, why alone must I be? What lesson are you teaching me? I'm always eager to learn. But why must I be subjected to this, oh so fervent burn?

Douse this flaming heart of mine. Cease the agony please... Tears I shed, while in my bed, I've cried myself to sleep. "My child," He says to me... "Do you not know who you are? I placed your name in the Book of Life, and I'm always where you are.

When you are weak then I am strong, That's fair though it seems odd. I will bless you beyond your wildest dreams. Be still for I am God."