It isn’t about what they have done, is about what God has done. He has offered this gift for free. Anyone not willing to accept it, will not get to live in eternity in the presence of the Father. And will spend an eternity in Hell. As mentioned, scripture isn’t shady here, it’s crystal clear. You have been told the truth here today. If you don’t accept that, we’ll, I’m sorry. Your friends have a choice to make. Or they don’t believe what is written. And therefore are against God. Doesn’t matter how they act.
Even tho the “age of accountability” doesn’t exist in the Bible, there are verses that relate to it. Isaiah 7:15-16 and Deuteronomy 1:39, suggest a point where a child is old enough to understand and choose between good and evil, no specific age is given. The idea is that children are not held accountable for their sins until they become capable of understanding and making a conscious choice to defy God. We are all born covered in sin from the original sin of Adam, so I’m not sure about the innocent part. But, they haven’t had a chance to sin themselves yet. Of course that changes pretty quickly. Personally I believe in the age of accountability. And that age will vary for each child. Parents best be on top of such after birth. Pastors and the church can help greatly here of the parents are “ignorant” to these matters.
Not saying you’re like me but, when we fight against what God is telling us to do, it can and does get more difficult. The Holy Spirit will tap tap tap on that shoulder, because you have this relationship now with Jesus. One to one. So talking freely goes both ways. When we buck up or walk away, God’s blessings can and will be withheld. And that could be anything. Just throwing that out there.
God’s wrath is real. It is not for us. Mainly because God gave a free gift for you to have. His sacrifice for you. Jesus. If a person does not take this gift, then His wrath will be upon you in the end. It’s like if an asteroid was headed towards Earth. God, standing next to you points to it and says “that is my wrath”. Scared you say, “why God, why send your wrath upon us?”..God immediately would say “oh that isn’t for you, because of this hands you a cup to drink from drink from this cup and my wrath can never touch you.” For many, drinking from said cup is a no brainer, for others, they don’t want it. They get to choose. I would ask , why would you NOT drink from that cup? But free will is a thing. And when they don’t accept that free gift God gave, God’s wrath incoming upon them. If someone doesn’t accept Jesus as their personal savior and believe what He says, as in follows Him..then that person will spend an eternity in Hell, because they would’ve rejected God’s gift to spare them eternal death. Scripture is very clear about this.
I woulda say almost everyone I know. Maybe except some kid who just started working. But yea, folks who have a regular job, payments, bills. Drive cars, live in apartments or homes, If they don’t have any spare they are either living well beyond their means, or just suck at saving money. I’ve never made the money I hear others make. And yet I could go a few months easily. As I said, put a little back every week. I don’t care if it’s $5. Do a budget. I know a few who make $75-80,000 a year and don’t have a pot to piss in. Just terrible with money. They could make a million a year and still be broke. Don’t be like that. Learn to conserve and appropriate what’s worth your dollar. I’m low income compared to most. I’ve gone 6 months easily without pay. Just gotta learn the game. It sick’s sometimes, you’ll do without. But you’ll learn.
Illegal aliens don’t pose as big a threat as corrupt politicians, stolen elections, and the ideology of those already brainwashed. The damage is done. “Getting back” just isn’t a reality anymore. There is only the new normal. Now, if you’re into the generation(s) thing, yeah. Maybe in 50 years, if things like late night brainwashing isn’t a thing anymore. Movies and entire networks aren’t designed to manipulate. America first ideals for all position of government and business. But I’m literally making a wish list here. Unless people just disappear, bringing people back to “then” seems impossible. Haven’t even got to making Jesus the most important to our children and families part yet. But as Jesus stated- Matthew 24:9, "You will be hated by all nations for my name's sake.” That will include America. Can’t go back. Only forward. And today is what we deal with. We shouldn’t look past our problems of today, they aren’t going anywhere.
Which again, is not important to following Jesus. Being saved and going to heaven. The mission. “Tell the world about me”. Doesn’t mean the origins of Israel, Jews, and wood beams. It’s about Jesus. What gets you saved. That information you’re referring to is irrelevant to believers and esp new believers. To confuse new believers, Jesus refers to a millstone comment for them. I would just be careful who you bring all this info on. Make sure to stick to what’s important. It’s about Jesus and His teachings. Key word “teachings”.
Dude that write up is the longest read I’ve ever seen. Outside of the Bible itself. Personally I’m not invested enough to prove anything outside of what the article highlights right off the bat.
Strictly speaking it is incorrect to call an ancient Israelite a ‘Jew’ or to call a contemporary Jew an Israelite or a Hebrew.” ~1980 Jewish Almanac, p. 3
I absolutely agree with that statement. But anyone can dissect and breakdown a version of ….?, is it really that important? Why? What’s the point? How does it help educating those who don’t know Christ? Why fight this fight? See what I mean. Other than discouraging those who NEED to come to follow Jesus. How does knowing, what you want to tell, worth anything other than confusion? You’re original advice started with scratching out the word Jew. Really, what’s your angle here? Because it’s wrong, incorrect, wrong label? Then you post a link, that’s unbelievable long. Noway I’m reading all that. If a person can’t explain it in a few paragraphs, then they want me to agree after I’m FLOODED with their information. Sorry. As I originally said…I could care less about that. I can see I’ve stepped into something that’s very important to you. Sorry it isn’t for me. Jesus stepped off His throne. That’s where He’s from. Origins is unimportant to helping those find and follow Christ. I’m sure you agree there. Sorry if I’ve wasted your time. I’m not saying you’re wrong by no means. I’m just not as invested in that information I guess. Sorry brother.
I’m confused on how you got that as my point of view. Basically, the term “Jew” is short for “the men of Judah”. Nowadays. Back then, most likely was not used. Today many Jewish people, adopted the term Jew. The same with the word “Christian”. The apostles didn’t refer to themselves as a Christian. That was used by those who referred to those who followed Christ. Like the Gentiles of Antioch. Outsiders. Was first heard there. It’s just a time and place. Today the term Jew is accepted by many as Jewish, Israelites, Hebrew…and if it’s socially accepted is another topic. Is it accurate to biblical times?, again also debatable. Personally I see people saying the term “Jew” as a negative. But I don’t place any weight in that matter. I could care less. If someone asked me if Jesus is a Jew, I will say yes. As in today standards, that’s accepted. Because I know it’s short for Jewish. Which I will explain to them briefly.
I mean technically Jesus is God. Said it himself. So He can be anything. But, Jesus was born into a Jewish family in the land of Judah and was descended from the Jewish tribe of Judah. He was circumcised, participated in Jewish festivals like Passover and the Feast of Tabernacles, and taught in synagogues and the Temple. Jesus consistently referred to the Jewish scriptures and commanded others to observe the law and commandments. Even in the Gospel of John, Jesus uses the term "we" to include himself with the Jews, stating, "salvation is of the Jews". He lived and ministered within the Jewish community in first-century Israel and was considered a rabbi. His parents, his earliest followers, and his brother James were all Jewish. So..Jewish.
Now, I feel you’re referring more to this. While the term "Jew" is used by Jews today, in the past, and even in some contexts today, the term "Israelite" or "Children of Israel" was preferred as it emphasized a deeper connection to the lineage and history of the Jewish people, whereas "Jew" historically derived from the Kingdom of Judah and was initially more of an outside identifier before being adopted by the people themselves. Why Romans may have used to term “Jew”. “King of the Jews”. An insult. So yes, Jesus may have not been a “jew”, He was Jewish by many standards.
Why remove the word Jew? Just curious. I’ve seen much Jewish hate for reasons I’m not 100% understanding. If it is about hate, If that’s the case, you do understand that a “Jew” can be a Christian, right? That’s just the origins of birth. Generally from the earthly father’s origins. It’s why Jesus is a Jew. So are His apostles. If a Jew becomes a follower of Christ, they are still a Jew. Their origins don’t change. An Aboriginal Australian, saved by Grace…doesn’t suddenly become something else. This is a beautiful image. Many races of many nations, whosoever they call themselves, can call each others followers of Jesus Christ. And all of us stand together worshipping our savior Jesus. I’ve just seen many place Jew = evil. And that is wrong. Same with Israel. It’s like they don’t understand the difference between the state, and the church.
Prove or disprove that statement really. The way to prove it is from what we see. Some of us live in areas loaded with illegals. You can tell. Now, it’s crazy absent of such. Also I feel people count those who aren’t entering daily. That’s thousands a day. I feel the numbers are a lot higher than people know. The ones that aren’t leaving, hiding, and of course like in this video are the problems. And being dealt with. Which is good.
You’re summing up all illegals…these are the most violent ones. 20,000 of those off the streets is massive. You have to also account for the self deporting ones. Last number I heard was 1.6 million, 1-2 months ago. And that’s accounted for. That number could be doubled easily. Bottom line, it’s been millions. Violent and nonviolent. All illegally here. The precedent is set. The reality is setting in. You’re not welcomed here illegally. So they stop coming in. Millions of them. Those here are living in fear. They’ll either self deport soon, or be arrested. I welcome anyone here in America. But do so according to the law.
I see people constantly confuse the “state” of Israel and then the Israel of the Bible. I’m a part of that Israel, because I’m a follow of Jesus. I’ve joined that church, the body, a few years ago. We are Israel. We are children of God. Those known as Christians. Not something lined off in the 60s-70s. Jesus is the fulfillment of God’s promise to Israel. His body, His church.
Seriously, go to church. Not sure what state you live in but, find a “southern Baptist church” and just walk in. Stop worrying about organized this and corporation that…let God help you. Trust in Him to lead you where you need to go. Be bold. Think about that church. You probably already know where it’s at. Just go. Start there. Then, try another of that doesn’t “feel” right at first. Pray more. But just get up and go. No more excuses. Be brave brother.
There shouldn’t be, in any reality, where a person can legally mutilate themselves. Any “medical procedures” should be labeled illegal. It’s insanity. And when someone says “well I live in a free country, it’s my choice”…uhh no you don’t. Not when you choose to outright cut yourself up. Wanna do that? Here’s a machete, go out back and try it.