This question was asked on one of the AllFaith Groups. I thought my reply might be of interest to some here.
What are your thoughts on this topic?
--- I Agree that we have choices, God's gift we call a free will, but do we really have unlicensed freedom of choice?
My reply:
Pretty much yes, within the confines of mortal limitations.
That does not mean we can do anything we want and be in harmony with God's Will of course, only that we are free to accept or reject His directions and fellowship.
Here's a quick overview:
Circa 2500 BCE the world flood occurred. After the waters subsided, God made a covenant with Noah and all of his descendants (including us). He said that if we wished fellowship with God we had to obey seven basic laws:
The Noahide Laws
1. Worship Only the One God
2. Honor and Praise the One God
3. Respect and Protect Human Life
4. Respect the Family
5. Respect the Rights and Properties of Others
6. Respect the Sanctity of all Life
7. Pursue/enforce Justice
We are all free to obey or disobey these laws, but if/when we disobey our spiritual connection with God suffers.
Later (circa 2000-1800 BCE) God established His eternal covenant with Abraham and his descendants -- that came through Sarah and Isaac (ie not through Hagar and Ishmael).
Later this covenant was clarified as the Torah (Law) was revealed to Moses at Mount Sinai (circa 1450 BCE).
Around 7 BCE our Master, Jesus (or Y'shua ben Miriam), was born. He lived 33 1/2 years and sought to reform Judaism and established the B'rit Hadashah or New Covenant through which everyone, Jew of Gentile, was/is granted access to God.
All who wish to know Peace with God are encouraged to choose, by their own free will, to accept the teachings and principles revealed by God.
This is not required, it is optional.
The fact that submission to God's Will is not required is demonstrated in every TV newscast, every newspaper etc. The world stands, for the most part, in open deviance of God's stated Will... for now.
As I understand the Scriptures, humanity is allowed to do almost anything it wishes (for good or ill) except for one thing:
Matthew 24:22 And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect's sake those days shall be shortened.
In the (I believe near) future there is going to come a point when the Jews will be utterly exterminated from the planet UNLESS God intervenes.
This "choice," this planned genocide of "the Elect" is what will bring the Second Coming of Y'shua.
There have also been other times when God has directly intervened in human affairs. Our freedom therefore is not absolute, but close.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Monday, January 25, 2010
AllFaith Flix: Belief Verses Disbelief
AllFaith Flix: Belief Verses Disbelief
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Shalom
- Peace, love and light
- ~ John of AllFaith
Thursday, January 21, 2010
God Granted Me A Miracle Today ;-)
Thought I'd share a miracle that happened today.
For the past couple of months I've been feeling that something physical was not quite right with me. I could not put my finger on it.
My doctor was no help, he's pretty apathetic really. I was talking with my physical therapist about it and he referred me a doctor he knows at the local med center, a rather elderly Jewish man who reminded me of the rabbi in Fiddler on the Roof.
I went for my first appointment on Monday and he discovered a problem. In my left breast I had what felt to the touch like a "sliver" of sorts, about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide directly under the nipple. I had been a bit sensitive in the area for a while but had not noticed it. With my chronic illness I often have floating pains and I had assumed that was all it was.
This new doc seemed a bit alarmed by his discovery, it could be cancerous he thought, and told me to have a mammogram and x-rays the next day (this past Tuesday). I also have some blood work to do in a few days. He seemed rather concern about this "lump" hence the rush for the tests.
Due to a scheduling mix up I had the test done today instead.
As I sat in the waiting room I felt what seemed like a warm hand touching my chest over the area with the growth and I "knew" God had healed me!
Then the tech came and did the mammogram as well as an ultrasound and found NOTHING. The tech asked me to show her where it was. I felt the area for it to show her, but it was gone. She felt around as well based on the doctors notes and could not find it either.
The mammogram and the ultrasound show no trace of what the doctor and I both clearly felt.
Thanks be to God!
And thanks to all of you who have been praying for me.
God is good.
~ John
For the past couple of months I've been feeling that something physical was not quite right with me. I could not put my finger on it.
My doctor was no help, he's pretty apathetic really. I was talking with my physical therapist about it and he referred me a doctor he knows at the local med center, a rather elderly Jewish man who reminded me of the rabbi in Fiddler on the Roof.
I went for my first appointment on Monday and he discovered a problem. In my left breast I had what felt to the touch like a "sliver" of sorts, about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide directly under the nipple. I had been a bit sensitive in the area for a while but had not noticed it. With my chronic illness I often have floating pains and I had assumed that was all it was.
This new doc seemed a bit alarmed by his discovery, it could be cancerous he thought, and told me to have a mammogram and x-rays the next day (this past Tuesday). I also have some blood work to do in a few days. He seemed rather concern about this "lump" hence the rush for the tests.
Due to a scheduling mix up I had the test done today instead.
As I sat in the waiting room I felt what seemed like a warm hand touching my chest over the area with the growth and I "knew" God had healed me!
Then the tech came and did the mammogram as well as an ultrasound and found NOTHING. The tech asked me to show her where it was. I felt the area for it to show her, but it was gone. She felt around as well based on the doctors notes and could not find it either.
The mammogram and the ultrasound show no trace of what the doctor and I both clearly felt.
Thanks be to God!
And thanks to all of you who have been praying for me.
God is good.
~ John
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
New Evidence Supports Biblical Authenticity
New Evidence Supports Biblical Authenticity
Source
Bible Possibly Written Centuries Earlier, Text Suggests
Clara Moskowitz, LiveScience Staff Writer
livescience.com Fri Jan 15, 9:40 am ET
Scientists have discovered the earliest known Hebrew writing - an inscription dating from the 10th century B.C., during the period of King David's reign.
The breakthrough could mean that portions of the Bible were written centuries earlier than previously thought. (The Bible's Old Testament is thought to have been first written down in an ancient form of Hebrew.)
Until now, many scholars have held that the Hebrew Bible originated in the 6th century B.C., because Hebrew writing was thought to stretch back no further. But the newly deciphered Hebrew text is about four centuries older, scientists announced this month.
"It indicates that the Kingdom of Israel already existed in the 10th century BCE and that at least some of the biblical texts were written hundreds of years before the dates presented in current research," said Gershon Galil, a professor of Biblical Studies at the University of Haifa in Israel, who deciphered the ancient text.
BCE stands for "before common era," and is equivalent to B.C., or before Christ.
The writing was discovered more than a year ago on a pottery shard dug up during excavations at Khirbet Qeiyafa, near Israel's Elah valley. The excavations were carried out by archaeologist Yosef Garfinkel of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. At first, scientists could not tell if the writing was Hebrew or some other local language.
Finally, Galil was able to decipher the text. He identified words particular to the Hebrew language and content specific to Hebrew culture to prove that the writing was, in fact, Hebrew.
"It uses verbs that were characteristic of Hebrew, such as asah ('did') and avad ('worked'), which were rarely used in other regional languages," Galil said. "Particular words that appear in the text, such as almanah ('widow') are specific to Hebrew and are written differently in other local languages."
The ancient text is written in ink on a trapezoid-shaped piece of pottery about 6 inches by 6.5 inches (15 cm by 16.5 cm). It appears to be a social statement about how people should treat slaves, widows and orphans. In English, it reads (by numbered line):
1' you shall not do [it], but worship the [Lord].
2' Judge the sla[ve] and the wid[ow] / Judge the orph[an]
3' [and] the stranger. [Pl]ead for the infant / plead for the po[or and]
4' the widow. Rehabilitate [the poor] at the hands of the king.
5' Protect the po[or and] the slave / [supp]ort the stranger.
The content, which has some missing letters, is similar to some Biblical scriptures, such as Isaiah 1:17, Psalms 72:3, and Exodus 23:3, but does not appear to be copied from any Biblical text.
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Source
Bible Possibly Written Centuries Earlier, Text Suggests
Clara Moskowitz, LiveScience Staff Writer
livescience.com Fri Jan 15, 9:40 am ET
Scientists have discovered the earliest known Hebrew writing - an inscription dating from the 10th century B.C., during the period of King David's reign.
The breakthrough could mean that portions of the Bible were written centuries earlier than previously thought. (The Bible's Old Testament is thought to have been first written down in an ancient form of Hebrew.)
Until now, many scholars have held that the Hebrew Bible originated in the 6th century B.C., because Hebrew writing was thought to stretch back no further. But the newly deciphered Hebrew text is about four centuries older, scientists announced this month.
"It indicates that the Kingdom of Israel already existed in the 10th century BCE and that at least some of the biblical texts were written hundreds of years before the dates presented in current research," said Gershon Galil, a professor of Biblical Studies at the University of Haifa in Israel, who deciphered the ancient text.
BCE stands for "before common era," and is equivalent to B.C., or before Christ.
The writing was discovered more than a year ago on a pottery shard dug up during excavations at Khirbet Qeiyafa, near Israel's Elah valley. The excavations were carried out by archaeologist Yosef Garfinkel of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. At first, scientists could not tell if the writing was Hebrew or some other local language.
Finally, Galil was able to decipher the text. He identified words particular to the Hebrew language and content specific to Hebrew culture to prove that the writing was, in fact, Hebrew.
"It uses verbs that were characteristic of Hebrew, such as asah ('did') and avad ('worked'), which were rarely used in other regional languages," Galil said. "Particular words that appear in the text, such as almanah ('widow') are specific to Hebrew and are written differently in other local languages."
The ancient text is written in ink on a trapezoid-shaped piece of pottery about 6 inches by 6.5 inches (15 cm by 16.5 cm). It appears to be a social statement about how people should treat slaves, widows and orphans. In English, it reads (by numbered line):
1' you shall not do [it], but worship the [Lord].
2' Judge the sla[ve] and the wid[ow] / Judge the orph[an]
3' [and] the stranger. [Pl]ead for the infant / plead for the po[or and]
4' the widow. Rehabilitate [the poor] at the hands of the king.
5' Protect the po[or and] the slave / [supp]ort the stranger.
The content, which has some missing letters, is similar to some Biblical scriptures, such as Isaiah 1:17, Psalms 72:3, and Exodus 23:3, but does not appear to be copied from any Biblical text.
* The Top 10 Intelligent Designs (or Creation Myths)
* Queen Jezebel: Biblical Bad Girl Had Power
* Gallery: The Seven Ancient Wonders of the World
* Original Story: Bible Possibly Written Centuries Earlier, Text Suggests
LiveScience.com chronicles the daily advances and innovations made in science and technology. We take on the misconceptions that often pop up around scientific discoveries and deliver short, provocative explanations with a certain wit and style. Check out our science videos, Trivia & Quizzes and Top 10s. Join our community to debate hot-button issues like stem cells, climate change and evolution. You can also sign up for free newsletters, register for RSS feeds and get cool gadgets at the LiveScience Store.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Monday, January 11, 2010
Tehran to conduct a large-scale military exercise...
Another important post by Mike Evans:
JERUSALEM REPORT
From Mike Evans the founder of the Jerusalem Prayer Team
All emphasis mine:
Dear John,
Iranian media on Sunday reported that Tehran will conduct a large-scale military exercise next month. This massive display of military power will include Iran's army conducting drills in conjunction with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard. Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan, the commander of Iran's ground forces stated the drills would improve "defensive capabilities."
The major military campaign is timed to be held at Iran's "deadline" for the West to respond to its nuclear fuel proposal. Iran has rejected the proposals of the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency which would limit Iran's weapons capacity. They are insisting on free reign to develop what they continue to falsely characterize as a peaceful civilian nuclear program.
Make no mistake--Iran's nuclear threat is a dagger poised at Israel's throat.
"When you see these things look up for your redemption draweth nigh."
This is a battle between darkness and Light...between Good and evil. Satan's battle against God is centered on Jerusalem. Isaiah 14 records the plans of Satan: "I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: (Jerusalem) I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High." Isaiah 14:13&14
Jerusalem is the only city God claims as His own. It is called the city of God and the Holy City in scriptures: "In the Temple and in Jerusalem which I have chosen out of all the tribes of Israel. I will put my Name forever." II Chronicles 37:7
Why do the nations of the Earth fear Jerusalem? Because "When the Lord shall build up Zion then shall he appear in his Glory." (Psalm 102:16)
CLICK HERE TO CLAIM THE BLESSING OF GOD BY DEFENDING ISRAEL: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=135151270&ID=505739
Your mission as a Jerusalem Prayer Team member is vitally important because all nations who curse Jerusalem will be cursed according to Genesis 12:1-3. We must stand in the Gap so that this curse will not happen. "The Lord shall Bless thee out of Zion; and thou shalt see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life." (Psalm 128.5)
The unrest and widespread protests against the government continues to impact Iran's nuclear weapons program. The government is working frantically to complete work while they are still in power. As a result the deadline for Israel to stop them is rapidly approaching. If Israel is forced to attack Iran, the results will be deadly. Thousands of missiles and rockets will rain down on Jewish cities. Suicide bombers will attack Jews not just in Israel but around the world. But there is still time to prevent that tragic fate.
CLICK HERE TO HELP THE JERUSALEM PRAYER TEAM DEFEND ISRAEL: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=135151270&ID=505739
....
Your Ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
JERUSALEM REPORT
From Mike Evans the founder of the Jerusalem Prayer Team
All emphasis mine:
Dear John,
Iranian media on Sunday reported that Tehran will conduct a large-scale military exercise next month. This massive display of military power will include Iran's army conducting drills in conjunction with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard. Brigadier General Ahmad-Reza Pourdastan, the commander of Iran's ground forces stated the drills would improve "defensive capabilities."
The major military campaign is timed to be held at Iran's "deadline" for the West to respond to its nuclear fuel proposal. Iran has rejected the proposals of the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency which would limit Iran's weapons capacity. They are insisting on free reign to develop what they continue to falsely characterize as a peaceful civilian nuclear program.
Make no mistake--Iran's nuclear threat is a dagger poised at Israel's throat.
"When you see these things look up for your redemption draweth nigh."
This is a battle between darkness and Light...between Good and evil. Satan's battle against God is centered on Jerusalem. Isaiah 14 records the plans of Satan: "I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: (Jerusalem) I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High." Isaiah 14:13&14
Jerusalem is the only city God claims as His own. It is called the city of God and the Holy City in scriptures: "In the Temple and in Jerusalem which I have chosen out of all the tribes of Israel. I will put my Name forever." II Chronicles 37:7
Why do the nations of the Earth fear Jerusalem? Because "When the Lord shall build up Zion then shall he appear in his Glory." (Psalm 102:16)
CLICK HERE TO CLAIM THE BLESSING OF GOD BY DEFENDING ISRAEL: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=135151270&ID=505739
Your mission as a Jerusalem Prayer Team member is vitally important because all nations who curse Jerusalem will be cursed according to Genesis 12:1-3. We must stand in the Gap so that this curse will not happen. "The Lord shall Bless thee out of Zion; and thou shalt see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life." (Psalm 128.5)
The unrest and widespread protests against the government continues to impact Iran's nuclear weapons program. The government is working frantically to complete work while they are still in power. As a result the deadline for Israel to stop them is rapidly approaching. If Israel is forced to attack Iran, the results will be deadly. Thousands of missiles and rockets will rain down on Jewish cities. Suicide bombers will attack Jews not just in Israel but around the world. But there is still time to prevent that tragic fate.
CLICK HERE TO HELP THE JERUSALEM PRAYER TEAM DEFEND ISRAEL: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=135151270&ID=505739
....
Your Ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Saturday, January 09, 2010
Via E-mail: 'You are deluded if you think Jews are the chosen people!'
I received the following via e-mail. As always, I never reveal the identity of those who write me privately, however the point this person makes needs to be addressed.
The zionists are the ones who along with their illuminati breathren will cause the 3rd world war, the sanhedrin called BUSH in the scroll of bush GOG!
come on now.they are stating clearly that their god isnt the God of Abraham but satan.What more does it take. The children of Jacob should be as one and the earth is our prize. Regards ....
Now my Reply:
What are your thoughts? Let's discuss this in the comments section below.
Hi ...,
The promises and covenant were given to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and their descendants: to "the Jews."
Exodus 2:24 And God heard their groaning, and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob.
As Y'shua (Jesus) said:
John 4:22 Ye [Gentiles] worship ye know not what: we [Jews] know what we worship: for salvation is of the Jews.
And Paul said:
Romans 11:1 I say then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin....
Rom 11:28 As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers' sakes.
Rom 11:29 For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.
--- ... we are all the chosen people and the chosen peoples land is EARTH.
This view has absolutely no biblical, historic nor archeological support whatsoever.
We are not all descended from Jacob and so even by your argument what you are saying is incorrect.
The descendants of Noah's son Shem (the Semites) were set apart unto God after the global flood:
Genesis 9:25 And he said, Cursed be Canaan [descendants of Ham]; a servant of servants shall he be unto his brethren.
Gen 9:26 And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Shem [the Semites]; and Canaan shall be his servant.
Gen 9:27 God shall enlarge Japheth [see below], and he shall dwell in the tents of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.
Noah's Sons:
Shem: This oldest son of Noah is to have the rights of the firstborn. He is the leader of the b'nei Noach, the children of Noah. The descendants of Shem include Abraham and his physical descendants, which would include the Semitic Jews and Arabs, the people living to the east of Babylon and the Persian Gulf, the Assyrians and others. Converts to Judaism becomes Jewish and are thus adopted into lineage of Shem.
Ham: Canaan (Ham's son) and his offspring are specifically cursed by Noah. It is declared that these people will be servants to their brothers. Ham's descendants are said to include Ethiopians, Egyptians, Libyans, Phoenicians, Hittites and others.
Japheth: His descendants will be "enlarged" and blessed. They will "dwell in the tents of Shem." They will live by the blessings of Shem to assist Shem. Later on in Genesis this relationship becomes clearer. If the descendants of Japheth use their material blessings to bless and bolster the descendants of Shem (the Jews), they will be blessed. Conversely, if they 'leave the tents of Shem,' turn their backs on the Jews; refusing to support and bless the Shemites, then HaShem will curse Japheth's descendants. This blessing/cursing applies to the descendants of Ham as well; however, it is especially in place for the descendants of Japheth who are told to live in the tents of Shem.
The descendants of Japheth include the Cimmerians, Cimbri, Celts, Scythians, Russians, Greeks, Anglo-Saxons, Syrians, Thracians, Armenians, peoples of Asia Minor, Sicilians, Cypriots, etc.
Due to the later contamination of the Semitic bloodline through Hagar and Ishmael (ie the Arabs) the Torah clarifies that the Promise passed specifically through Abraham and Sarah (rather than Abraham and Hagar) and thence through Isaac and Jacob (Israel) and the twelve tribe of Israel -- Jacob's Semitic offspring and their descendants.
Genesis 21:12 And God said unto Abraham, Let it not be grievous in thy sight because of the lad, and because of thy bondwoman [ie Hagar]; in all that Sarah hath said unto thee, hearken unto her voice; for in Isaac shall thy seed be called.
That line was later cleaned with the loss of the Ten Tribes. The two remaining tribes are those people we know today as the Jews, the Elect of HaShem.
During the final seven years of "the Times of the Gentiles" Moshiach (Messiah) will reestablish the Twelve Houses of Israel as the prophets explain.
Besides, if everyone is "chosen" then there are no chosen ones. According to Master Y'shua however, as the Rex Mundi (Antichrist) commits the "abomination of desolation" the Elect will be living in Israel and still chosen:
Matthew 24:15 When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:)
Mat 24:16 Then let them which be in Judaea flee into the mountains:
...
Mat 24:21 For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.
Mat 24:22 And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect's sake those days shall be shortened.
The Elect are clearly still the Jews.
--- The zionists are the ones who along with their illuminati breathren will cause the 3rd world war
You apparently do not know what a Zionist is: One who believes Zion (Mount Moriah/the Temple Mount) is the eternal home, capital and possession of the Jewish people. That's it. Zionists are people who support the right of the Jews to live and rule in their ancient God decreed Homeland. Today there are numerically more Gentile Zionists than Jewish ones.
Zionism has nothing to do with the Illuminati, the New World Order, Club Bilderberg, etc.
The Illuminati and their minions have at every step sought to destroy Israel and the Jewish people. They are the committed enemies of the Jewish people and state.
To equate Zionists with the Illuminati is patently ridiculous and has no evidence supporting it. To stand against the Jews is to stand against the God of Israel.
Genesis 12:1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee:
Gen 12:2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
Gen 12:3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
--- the sanhedrin called BUSH in the scroll of bush GOG!
come on now
Show me where the Sanhedrin did this.
--- come on now.they are stating clearly that their god isnt the God of Abraham but satan.What more does it take.
How about some evidence?
Show me where the Sanhedrin says anything like this. You can not.
This is just ridiculous.
Here is what the Sanderson says of its intentions:
The children of Jacob are the Jews.
Many of them are currently living in Eretz Israel as the prophets foretold. They are struggling to survive. Others continue in the Diaspora.
It is you who have been deceived my friend.
According to Jesus:
"... salvation is of the Jews" -- John 4:22
I'll take his word for it.
~ John of AllFaith
First the unedited e-mail:
Hi john you seem a nice person but you are deluded as others who think that Jews are the chosen people.the children of Israel are the chosen people.Israel is Jacob.we are all the chosen people and the chosen peoples land is EARTH.come on now.they are stating clearly that their god isnt the God of Abraham but satan.What more does it take.
Now my Reply:
What are your thoughts? Let's discuss this in the comments section below.
Hi ...,
The promises and covenant were given to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and their descendants: to "the Jews."
Exodus 2:24 And God heard their groaning, and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob.
As Y'shua (Jesus) said:
John 4:22 Ye [Gentiles] worship ye know not what: we [Jews] know what we worship: for salvation is of the Jews.
And Paul said:
Romans 11:1 I say then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin....
Rom 11:28 As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers' sakes.
Rom 11:29 For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance.
--- ... we are all the chosen people and the chosen peoples land is EARTH.
This view has absolutely no biblical, historic nor archeological support whatsoever.
We are not all descended from Jacob and so even by your argument what you are saying is incorrect.
The descendants of Noah's son Shem (the Semites) were set apart unto God after the global flood:
Genesis 9:25 And he said, Cursed be Canaan [descendants of Ham]; a servant of servants shall he be unto his brethren.
Gen 9:26 And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Shem [the Semites]; and Canaan shall be his servant.
Gen 9:27 God shall enlarge Japheth [see below], and he shall dwell in the tents of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.
Noah's Sons:
Shem: This oldest son of Noah is to have the rights of the firstborn. He is the leader of the b'nei Noach, the children of Noah. The descendants of Shem include Abraham and his physical descendants, which would include the Semitic Jews and Arabs, the people living to the east of Babylon and the Persian Gulf, the Assyrians and others. Converts to Judaism becomes Jewish and are thus adopted into lineage of Shem.
Ham: Canaan (Ham's son) and his offspring are specifically cursed by Noah. It is declared that these people will be servants to their brothers. Ham's descendants are said to include Ethiopians, Egyptians, Libyans, Phoenicians, Hittites and others.
Japheth: His descendants will be "enlarged" and blessed. They will "dwell in the tents of Shem." They will live by the blessings of Shem to assist Shem. Later on in Genesis this relationship becomes clearer. If the descendants of Japheth use their material blessings to bless and bolster the descendants of Shem (the Jews), they will be blessed. Conversely, if they 'leave the tents of Shem,' turn their backs on the Jews; refusing to support and bless the Shemites, then HaShem will curse Japheth's descendants. This blessing/cursing applies to the descendants of Ham as well; however, it is especially in place for the descendants of Japheth who are told to live in the tents of Shem.
The descendants of Japheth include the Cimmerians, Cimbri, Celts, Scythians, Russians, Greeks, Anglo-Saxons, Syrians, Thracians, Armenians, peoples of Asia Minor, Sicilians, Cypriots, etc.
Due to the later contamination of the Semitic bloodline through Hagar and Ishmael (ie the Arabs) the Torah clarifies that the Promise passed specifically through Abraham and Sarah (rather than Abraham and Hagar) and thence through Isaac and Jacob (Israel) and the twelve tribe of Israel -- Jacob's Semitic offspring and their descendants.
Genesis 21:12 And God said unto Abraham, Let it not be grievous in thy sight because of the lad, and because of thy bondwoman [ie Hagar]; in all that Sarah hath said unto thee, hearken unto her voice; for in Isaac shall thy seed be called.
That line was later cleaned with the loss of the Ten Tribes. The two remaining tribes are those people we know today as the Jews, the Elect of HaShem.
During the final seven years of "the Times of the Gentiles" Moshiach (Messiah) will reestablish the Twelve Houses of Israel as the prophets explain.
Besides, if everyone is "chosen" then there are no chosen ones. According to Master Y'shua however, as the Rex Mundi (Antichrist) commits the "abomination of desolation" the Elect will be living in Israel and still chosen:
Matthew 24:15 When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:)
Mat 24:16 Then let them which be in Judaea flee into the mountains:
...
Mat 24:21 For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.
Mat 24:22 And except those days should be shortened, there should no flesh be saved: but for the elect's sake those days shall be shortened.
The Elect are clearly still the Jews.
--- The zionists are the ones who along with their illuminati breathren will cause the 3rd world war
You apparently do not know what a Zionist is: One who believes Zion (Mount Moriah/the Temple Mount) is the eternal home, capital and possession of the Jewish people. That's it. Zionists are people who support the right of the Jews to live and rule in their ancient God decreed Homeland. Today there are numerically more Gentile Zionists than Jewish ones.
Zionism has nothing to do with the Illuminati, the New World Order, Club Bilderberg, etc.
The Illuminati and their minions have at every step sought to destroy Israel and the Jewish people. They are the committed enemies of the Jewish people and state.
To equate Zionists with the Illuminati is patently ridiculous and has no evidence supporting it. To stand against the Jews is to stand against the God of Israel.
Genesis 12:1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee:
Gen 12:2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
Gen 12:3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
--- the sanhedrin called BUSH in the scroll of bush GOG!
come on now
Show me where the Sanhedrin did this.
--- come on now.they are stating clearly that their god isnt the God of Abraham but satan.What more does it take.
How about some evidence?
Show me where the Sanhedrin says anything like this. You can not.
This is just ridiculous.
Here is what the Sanderson says of its intentions:
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In the name of the L-rd, Eternal G-d, on the fourth day of the week (Wednesday), on the twenty eighth day of the month of HaEitanim (Tishrei), in the year five thousand seven hundred and sixty-five from the Creation of the universe, seventy-one of the wise men of Israel gathered together in Tiberias, the crowner, that sits on the navel of the land of Israel to fulfill the word of the prophet Isaiah: "And I will return your judges as at the first and your advisors as at the beginning, afterward you will be called the city of justice, a faithful town." (Isaiah 1:26)
They were gathered together today in the city of Tiberias to fulfill the commandment of G-d in His Torah, as it is written: "You shall place judges and officers in all of your gates" (Deuteronomy 16:18) (Source: The Official Sanhedron website)
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The Sanhedrin is are fully committed to the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob according the light they have.
The children of Jacob are the Jews.
Many of them are currently living in Eretz Israel as the prophets foretold. They are struggling to survive. Others continue in the Diaspora.
It is you who have been deceived my friend.
According to Jesus:
"... salvation is of the Jews" -- John 4:22
I'll take his word for it.
~ John of AllFaith
AllFaith Flix: Dude, Where's Your Birth Ceritificate?
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Dude, Where's Your Birth Certificate?
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AllFaith Flix (Bollywood): An Interview With Rahm Emanuel re. COLB
I enjoy these bollywood spoofs. I hope you will as well.For more of my videos visit: http://allfaith.com/vids/
An Interview with Rahm Emanuel
Friday, January 08, 2010
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
Monday, December 28, 2009
"Israel will be at war within twelve months unless God intervenes...."
I post Mike Evans writings from time to time. Here's another with an important message:
JERUSALEM REPORT
From Mike Evans the founder of the Jerusalem Prayer Team
It's All About Control of Jerusalem
Dear John,
Dating all the way back to the Oslo Accords in 1993, the issue of control of Jerusalem has been a major sticking point to the so-called "peace process." The world continues to refuse to recognize that the Holy City is as my friend Prime Minister Begin called it "the eternal capital of the nation of Israel."
All of the machinations and schemes of the enemies of Israel are focused on gaining Jerusalem. This is behind the actions of Hamas, Hezbollah, the PLO, Fatah, and of course the Iranians. The most serious threat comes from the nuclear program that President Ahmadinejad is frantically pursuing.
That's why I flew to Israel again last week for my fifth trip this year--to deliver a prophetic word that God has placed in my heart. If we follow and heed His instruction to us, there will be a Second Chronicles 7:14 worldwide turning to Him. If we do not, the consequences will be heartbreaking.
Israel will be at war within twelve months unless God intervenes. It will be forced to attack Iran to stop its nuclear weapons program in self defense, and the world will condemn Israel. Thousands of missiles provided by Iran will rain down on innocent Jewish men, women and children. Thousands of suicide bombers will come--not with backpacks filled with nails and screws, but with dirty bombs that will kill hundreds of thousands.
God has spoken to me to urgently produce a major prayer special to mobilize millions of intercessors NOW. War does not have to happen. God can intervene and change the future...but we must do our part.
http://vimeo.com/8331534
I gave a warning throughout the 1980s and 1990s. I raised my voice to cry out that the terrorists would come to America. On 9/11 we all watched in horror as those unheeded warnings came true. I'm telling you today that unless we act it will happen again...and when it does, the unspeakable horror will make 9/11 look like the good old days. The earliest days of 2010 are vital to the survival of Israel.
Thank you to the 291 who have already responded to this urgent request. According to the eternal promise of God in Genesis 12:3, I pronounce His blessing upon them and pray, "Blessed be those who care for the deliverance of Israel and bless the Chosen People."
https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=133641545&ID=211981
I cannot air this special without your help. The liberal media does NOT want this message to get out. They will not extend credit to us. We must pay for the airtime on local stations in advance in order to communicate directly to the American people. I cannot do that unless you help right now. Only the truth can set us free and leave a legacy of hope and peace instead of a legacy of despair, death and destruction. But we must act!
And Mordecai told them to answer Esther: "Do not think in your heart that you will escape in the king's palace any more than all the other Jews."
For if you remain completely silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father's house will perish. Yet who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this? Esther 4:13&14
This is our moment. This is our "such a time as this." And we must respond if we expect to receive deliverance.
When you become a prophetic prayer sponsor, I will send you the DVD of this powerful television special as well as a copy of my newest book, Atomic Iran. If you already have a copy it makes a wonderful gift for a friend, family member or pastor.
When you send your gift of $100 or more, in addition to the DVD and the book, I will send you a copy of my prophetic message to the nation of Israel and my address to the Knesset
https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=133641545&ID=211981
There is still time to avert this disaster, but only if we act immediately. I urge you to send your best gift today to help us air this powerful prayer special so that we can leave a legacy of hope and freedom instead of one of disaster and despair.
Your Ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
JERUSALEM REPORT
From Mike Evans the founder of the Jerusalem Prayer Team
It's All About Control of Jerusalem
Dear John,
Dating all the way back to the Oslo Accords in 1993, the issue of control of Jerusalem has been a major sticking point to the so-called "peace process." The world continues to refuse to recognize that the Holy City is as my friend Prime Minister Begin called it "the eternal capital of the nation of Israel."
All of the machinations and schemes of the enemies of Israel are focused on gaining Jerusalem. This is behind the actions of Hamas, Hezbollah, the PLO, Fatah, and of course the Iranians. The most serious threat comes from the nuclear program that President Ahmadinejad is frantically pursuing.
That's why I flew to Israel again last week for my fifth trip this year--to deliver a prophetic word that God has placed in my heart. If we follow and heed His instruction to us, there will be a Second Chronicles 7:14 worldwide turning to Him. If we do not, the consequences will be heartbreaking.
Israel will be at war within twelve months unless God intervenes. It will be forced to attack Iran to stop its nuclear weapons program in self defense, and the world will condemn Israel. Thousands of missiles provided by Iran will rain down on innocent Jewish men, women and children. Thousands of suicide bombers will come--not with backpacks filled with nails and screws, but with dirty bombs that will kill hundreds of thousands.
God has spoken to me to urgently produce a major prayer special to mobilize millions of intercessors NOW. War does not have to happen. God can intervene and change the future...but we must do our part.
http://vimeo.com/8331534
I gave a warning throughout the 1980s and 1990s. I raised my voice to cry out that the terrorists would come to America. On 9/11 we all watched in horror as those unheeded warnings came true. I'm telling you today that unless we act it will happen again...and when it does, the unspeakable horror will make 9/11 look like the good old days. The earliest days of 2010 are vital to the survival of Israel.
Thank you to the 291 who have already responded to this urgent request. According to the eternal promise of God in Genesis 12:3, I pronounce His blessing upon them and pray, "Blessed be those who care for the deliverance of Israel and bless the Chosen People."
https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=133641545&ID=211981
I cannot air this special without your help. The liberal media does NOT want this message to get out. They will not extend credit to us. We must pay for the airtime on local stations in advance in order to communicate directly to the American people. I cannot do that unless you help right now. Only the truth can set us free and leave a legacy of hope and peace instead of a legacy of despair, death and destruction. But we must act!
And Mordecai told them to answer Esther: "Do not think in your heart that you will escape in the king's palace any more than all the other Jews."
For if you remain completely silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father's house will perish. Yet who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this? Esther 4:13&14
This is our moment. This is our "such a time as this." And we must respond if we expect to receive deliverance.
When you become a prophetic prayer sponsor, I will send you the DVD of this powerful television special as well as a copy of my newest book, Atomic Iran. If you already have a copy it makes a wonderful gift for a friend, family member or pastor.
When you send your gift of $100 or more, in addition to the DVD and the book, I will send you a copy of my prophetic message to the nation of Israel and my address to the Knesset
https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/AIBookandDVD.cfm?dn=1032&commID=133641545&ID=211981
There is still time to avert this disaster, but only if we act immediately. I urge you to send your best gift today to help us air this powerful prayer special so that we can leave a legacy of hope and freedom instead of one of disaster and despair.
Your Ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Why Are We Here? Eternal Happiness and the Meaning of Life
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Thursday, December 24, 2009
Dry Bones, Santa and..... Ho! Ho! Ho!
I got a kick out of this dry bones. I hope you will as well:
The Origins of Christmas
If you haven't seen my new study "The Origins of Christmas" you might find it interested.
Its on my blogs and my website:
On my Website as a single piece: http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/christmas.html
On my John of AllFaith Multiply site beginning here (click NEXT at the bottom of each page for to continue the whole series):
http://johnofallfaith.multiply.com/journal/item/1937/The_Origins_of_Christmas_Part_1_of_5
On my Noahide Nazarene Blog site beginning here(click NEXT at the bottom of each page for to continue the whole series):
http://noahidenazarene.multiply.com/journal/item/53/The_Origins_of_Christmas_Part_1_of_5
Merry Christmas
Santa Claus (1996)
The Origins of Christmas
If you haven't seen my new study "The Origins of Christmas" you might find it interested.
Its on my blogs and my website:
On my Website as a single piece: http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/christmas.html
On my John of AllFaith Multiply site beginning here (click NEXT at the bottom of each page for to continue the whole series):
http://johnofallfaith.multiply.com/journal/item/1937/The_Origins_of_Christmas_Part_1_of_5
On my Noahide Nazarene Blog site beginning here(click NEXT at the bottom of each page for to continue the whole series):
http://noahidenazarene.multiply.com/journal/item/53/The_Origins_of_Christmas_Part_1_of_5
Jethro Tull - A Christmas Song
Everyone!
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
The Origins of Christmas Part 5 of 5
"The Earth Belongs to HaShem and the Fullness Thereof."
The Origins of Christmas
Part Five
Part Five
By Ben Ruach HaKodesh (John of AllFaith) 12.16.09
To read the entire study now, go to my Noahide Nazarene Website:
http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/christmas.html
Bavarian illustrator Thomas Nast
The appearance of Old Nick varied greatly for a long time. Sometimes he was shown as a stern Bishop (as Nicholas of Myra), sometimes as a busy elderly elf, sometimes as a fearsome incubus, and sometimes as a fur clad mountain man. Here's a few examples:
The Bavarian Illuminati had great plans for Old Nick (or more accurately he had great plans for them!) and so once they had his myth firmly established with Moor's poem, they unified Old Nick's public image through the art work of Bavarian illustrator Thomas Nast. By presenting the Pagan festival as the birthday of Y'shua the Nicolaitanes pulled in the Believers and the Vatican sanctified the Pagan festival. Then, once it was firmly planted within Nicean Christian culture, the Nicolaitanes methodically replaced the Nicean Jesus with their true god, Old Nick. The plan was ingeniousness and worked on many different levels: Their capitalist cum corporatist enterprises flourished, Christian children were taught to pray to Lucifer for what they wanted rather than to God (who alone we are to beseech as Believers) and the churches even promoted it as a holy rite!
AND If Santa Is Only A Myth...
Another Nicolaitane coup seldom considered by Believers is that once their kids learn that Santa is "only a myth" -- merely a beloved childhood fantasy -- they reasonably begin to assume that God, the other "imaginary friend who watches over us and keeps a list of whose been naughty and nice" is also not real. A guy in the mall speaks for Santa, a guy in the church speaks for Jesus... but at least Santa bring material goodies!
"My dear brothers, never forget, when you hear the progress of enlightenment vaunted, that the devil's best trick is to persuade you that he doesn't exist!" -- Charles Pierre Baudelaire
As the secular governments gained control over public education and began dictating school curriculum teachers were forced to indoctrinate Christian children with anti-biblical Atheistic religion in the name of Science and secular enlightenment. Through Darwinism and other secular sciences the Elite supported the belief that God, like Santa, was only a myth that enlightened people naturally discarded as they became adult.
Santa -- Satan
And behind it all with demonic glee was Old Nick! Surely it is no coincidence that Santa, in English, an anagram of Satan!
Nast created the popular version of Santa Claus known today. He also added to the myth by giving Santa a home at the North Pole, a toy workshop filled with busy elves (reminiscent of the nature spirits honored by the Pagans), and his list of the good and bad children (in heretical imitation of the biblical Book of Life) to keep them in check and subject to the All Seeing Eye.
Coca-Cola Red
After Nast, all that remained was Santa's red outfit.
In 1931 the Coca Cola Corporation contracted the Swedish commercial artist Haddon Sundblom to create a coke-drinking Santa (he also created Aunt Jemima and the Quaker Oats man).
Not surprisingly Kent, Muhtar (President and CEO of the Coca-Cola Company) and George A. David (chairman of Coca-Cola's Hellenic Bottling Co.) are also members of the Merovingian led Bilderberg Group of Global Elite. George A. David is also a member of the notorious Club of Rome. The Hellenic Coca Cola Bottling Co. is one of Europe's major soft drink companies. While we can not say for certain, as I discuss Here, it is worth noting that there is strong biblical evidence that Rex Mundi (the Antichrist) will arise from the Greek Isles. This globalist corporation insisted that Santa's fur-trimmed suit be presented in bright Coca Cola red. Perhaps it seems I'm stretching the point a bit here, however given the known ties binding Coca cola with the Illuminati (via their membership in Club Bilderberg and the Club of Rome), it is reasonable to question whether this might not suggest something darker -- a link between color of Santa's outfit to, for instance, an association with the the "Red Shield" (or "Rothschild" family of the Bavarian Illuminati).
Rudolph Joins the team
Rudolph, that "most famous reindeer of all," hitched his yoke to Old Nick's reindeer team about a hundred years after the original herd of eight flying deer was selected. Rudolph was created by Robert L. May, a copywriter at the Montgomery Ward department store in 1939 to bring in more customers. May created the myth that is now standard Christmas fare.
How Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Got His Start
Thus with the aid of a Bavarian artist and a Bilderberg member corporation (including the symbolic red shield of the Rothschild House) Santa became the real reason for the season replacing Jesus and undermining the God he served even more. Santa is a blend of Christian crusader, pagan god, and commercial idol.
And it all goes to enrich the global fascist Novus Ordo Seclorum, further undermine faith in the God of Israel, and help pave the way for the coming revelation of Rex Mundi.
Jethro Tull - A Christmas Song
Happy Holidays!
Celebrate with understanding.
- ~ Ben Ruach HaKodesh
~ John of AllFaith
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The Obama Care Scam: "Thou Shalt..." My Representitive Tom McClintock
Thou Shalt...
Thus Sayeth Obama....
3,400 Shalls - Government Healthcare Takeover Debate
Healthcare was a major focus of the House of Representatives at the end of the year, with the House approving a bill that would force American families to surrender control of their health care to the federal bureaucracy.
In his opposing remarks, delivered on the floor of the Congress, Representative McClintock remarked:
Monday, December 21, 2009
The Origins of Christmas Part 3 of 5
"The Earth Belongs to HaShem and the Fullness Thereof."
The Origins of Christmas
Part Three
Part Three
By Ben Ruach HaKodesh (John of AllFaith) 12.16.09
To read the entire study now, go to my Noahide Nazarene Website:
http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/christmas.html
Santa Claus
The traditions of Saint Nick come from a few different places and have been combined into the popular image of Santa Claus.
"Saint" Nicholas
The "Nicolaitane Heresy" (referenced directly in the Book of Revelation and indirectly by Paul and others in the New Testament) is propagated by "Old Nick" or "the Stranger." Old Nick is another moniker of Lucifer.
"Saint" Nicholas with the Three Boys in the Pickling Tub,
South Netherlandish, ca. 1500. -- Metropolitan Museum of Art
"Saint" Nicholas with the Three Boys in the Pickling Tub,
South Netherlandish, ca. 1500. -- Metropolitan Museum of Art
Old Nick: God of the Merovingians
Nick or Old Nick is a well-known appellation of Lucifer and has been used as such for centuries. The name is related to (or may be derived from) the Dutch word Nikken or devil. The word Nikken stems from the Anglo-Saxon nac-an meaning "to slay". In the areas around Bavaria (home of the Bavarian Illuminati and seat of Merovingian power) there is a river spirit named "Neck," "Nikke," or "Nokke." This nature spirit/demon is of the same family of nature spirits as the Celtic Water Kelpie (supernatural water horses). These spirits are directly related to the Merman of Triton and elsewhere.
The Merovingian Global Elite trace their roots to Merovech (Meroveus or Merovius in Latin and M�rov�e in French), the founder of the Salian Frankish Merovingian dynasty. According to their traditions, Merovech was born of a sea god after his mother was raped by a "bestea Neptuni Quinotauri similis." Mero is the root word of mermaid (and mermen) and directly references their father as "Neck," "Nikke," or "Nokke": I.E. as Old Nick or Lucifer in the guise of a quinotaur, which is to say, a five-horned sea bull. According to many of the Dark Prophecies, Rex Mundi will arise from and lead the Merovingians and establish the New World Order (the Novus Ordo Seclorum). Hence, Old Nick is the actual god of the Merovingians and father of the Nicolaitane Heresy.
The Nicolaitane Heresy, by whatever name, is a movement that has been carefully concealed and developed within the heart of the Nicean Church by the Merovingian Elite from as early as the late Second Century CE. That movement established much of what today is accepted as standard Christian dogma. Babylon the Great ("that woman Jezebel") will be the organized, global structure that will arise from this centuries-long endeavor finally realized under the authority of Rex Mundi (the Antichrist). This is the true identity of Old Nick.
But of course, had this been revealed the mislead believers would have rebelled and so a nicer, more Catholic face was developed for public consumption.
Nicholas, Bishop of Myra and Lord of Bari
"Nicholas the Wonder worker" as he was known was born in Parara, Turkey in 270 CE and died December 5th or 6th, 346. He was said to be a very kind and generous man who often left secreted gifts for the poor with the aid of companions like Zwarte Piet (a black skinned servant), Knecht Ruprecht (a bearded farm hand), Krampus (an incubus-like horned creature), der Wilde Mann (an unhorned incubus known simply as "the wild man") and other non-biblical Pagan characters. People would leave their shoes out on their porches and Nicholas often left coins in them.
The Nicean Church developed his popular reputation as the public facade of Saint (santa) Nick (even though he was not formally declared a saint until the 19th century). By incorporating these images and traditions many Northern Europeans came into the universal Church. While Old Nick's demonic companions are largely unknown in the US, they are still widely honored in the Netherlands and elsewhere as nature-spirit assistants to Sinterklaas. Sinterklaas' name comes from the Dutch word Sinter and offers a hint of Old Nick's true identity. He emerges from the sintel or cinders of the mythical regions of Hell along with his demonic assistants.
Next:
Nicholas and the Nicolaitane Heresy
The Origins of Christmas Part 2 of 5
"The Earth Belongs to HaShem and the Fullness Thereof."
The Origins of Christmas
Part Two
Part Two
By Ben Ruach HaKodesh (John of AllFaith) 12.16.09
To read the entire study now, go to my Noahide Nazarene Website:
http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/christmas.html
December 25th
As I explain in several studies on my Noahide Nazarene Website, following the Diaspora (70 CE) and the exile of the Jews from the Roman Province of Iudaea (Eretz Israel) many false doctrines arose within the Way Movement. Master Y'shua describes these false doctrines as the Nicolaitan Heresy in the second and third chapters of his Revelation. As I describe there, the Nicolaitan Heresy (also known as the the error of Balaam and the teaching of "that woman Jezebel" -- i.e. Babylon the Great) is the overlaying of Pagan beliefs and doctrines onto the Way taught by Master Y'shua. The rites of December 25th are among these added traditions of men (Col 2:8, II Thess. 2:15). Despite the unsuccessful attempts of Dionysius Exiguus and others to justify the date, the reason December 24th was chosen was to continue the traditions of Saturnalia and other Pagan winter solstice holiday traditions. There is no biblical support for this date.
Saturnalia
The Roman celebration of Saturnalia ran from December 17-25.
Simply stated, during this week each community would pick someone to play the role of "Lord of Misrule." As I discuss elsewhere in some detail, it was common for Pagans to personify their gods in various ways. The most common of these was temple prostitution wherein the devotee engaged in sexual intercourse with the priest (qadesh) or priestess (qadeshah) in order to mystically and carnally merge with the deity. These temple surrogates are mentioned and condemned several places in the Bible as I discuss Here, for instance: "There shall be no Qadeshah of the daughters of Israel, nor a Qadesh of the sons of Israel... (Deuteronomy 23:17).
In the same way, the "Lord of Misrule" represented the spirit of darkness, lawlessness and abuse and took upon himself the excesses of the people. During the week this surrogate was given every imaginable luxury and excess; he was "King for the Week." Hedonism reigned supreme among the people and nothing was off limits. Having been overshadowed by the new Christ Mass celebrations many of the Saturnalia rites were later reborn as Brazil's Carnivaal or Mardi Gras. Not only the Lord of Saturnalia, but everyone engaged in these hedonistic celebrations. They roamed the streets naked or in costumes drunk singing raucous carols and looking for victims, sex partners, fellow revelers and so on.
Ginger Bread Men and Transubstantiation
As part of the Saturnalia rites the Pagans ate little biscuits, often shaped like human beings or animals (now known as Christmas cookies and ginger bread men). St. Nicholas Magazine (May 1875) recounts one of the surviving stories in the tale of the Gingerbread Boy. In brief, the wife in a childless couple was baking cookies one day and fashioned one in the shape of a boy. When she opened the oven a real boy (made out of gingerbread) jumped out and ran off. The woman, her husband, the farmhands, even the animals chased the boy but the boy would taunt them, saying:
I've run away from a little old woman,
A little old man,
A barn full of threshers,
A field full of mowers,
A cow and a pig,
And I can run away from you, I can!
Finally the fox joined in the chase and caught the boy:
Presently the gingerbread boy said, "Oh dear! I'm quarter gone!"
And then, "Oh, I'm half gone!"
And soon, "I'm three-quarters gone!"
And at last, "I'm all gone!"
and he never spoke again. (Read the whole story Here)
The Gingerbread Man tale has several versions but as far as we know none are the original. For more on the Gingerbread Man consult the
During Saturnalia rape, incest, bestiality, most anything imaginable was allowed and even encouraged. The courts were closed and anything went.
But then on the 25th of December, the Lord of Misrule was publicly executed, indicating the passing of the Dark back to the Light, lawlessness to law, chaos to order. The people pretended that none of the abuses had taken place as they returned to comparatively civilized life in preparation for the New Year.
At first the followers of the Way were appalled by these acts but as the Universal Churchthe Way in 4th century, Saturnalia was incorporated and "Christianized" by the Roman Church and with it came ever more Pagan converts. replaced
Christmas Trees
Christmas trees (like the Tannenbaum or sacred fir tree) are specifically forbidden by the Torah and yet, as with Saturnalia, they were incorporated by the Nicolaitane Church to bring ever more Pagans -- like the Asheira cult -- under the dominion of the Roman Church. Of this forbidden practice we read:
In the KJV:
Jeremiah 10:1 "Hear ye the word which the LORD speaketh unto you, O house of Israel:
10:2 Thus saith the LORD, Learn not the way of the heathen, and be not dismayed at the signs of heaven; for the heathen are dismayed at them.
10:3 For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe.
10:4 They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails and with hammers, that it move not.
10:5 They are upright as the palm tree, but speak not: they must needs be borne, because they cannot go. Be not afraid of them; for they cannot do evil, neither also is it in them to do good.
In the NNB:
Jeremiah 10:1 Hear the word which YHVH speaks to you, house of Israel!
10:2 Thus says YHVH, "Don't learn the way of the nations, and don't be dismayed at the signs of the sky; for the nations are dismayed at them.
10:3 For the customs of the peoples are vanity; for one cuts a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman with the axe. 10:4 They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails and with hammers, that it not move.
10:5 They are like a palm tree, of turned work, and don't speak: they must be carried, because they can't go. Don't be afraid of them; for they can't do evil, neither is it in them to do good."
Traditions of the sacred tree are ancient. The pre-Christian Romans honored the evergreen pine to celebrate the spring festival of Arbor intrat. Each March 22 in honor of the Spring Equinox (Easter, Eostar, Ostara, Sham el Nessim, Higan, Nowruz etc) devotees of goddess Cybele cut down a pine tree and carried it to the Palatine temple for worship. The tree was wrapped in tinsel (bandages), wreathed with violets and decorated to mourn the death Attis, the self castrated son of Cybele who died beneath a pine tree. Three days later Attis was miraculously restored to life.
According to the poet Virgil the Romans decorated sacred trees with little masks of the fertility god Bacchus even as people today place ornaments on Christmas trees. It was believed that as the wind blew these ornaments around, Bacchus granted fertility to whatever the masks looked upon. Therefore trees around the fields, the stables and elsewhere were decorated. The Romans also believed that woodland fairies and nature spirits (like Christmas elves) lived in the branches of the decorated trees (possibly giving rise to the custom of leaving milk and cookies out on Christmas Eve).
The worshipers of Mithras Sol Invictus (the Roman Sun god worshiped by Constantine until the day of his death: for more on this see Here) also believed that the souls of the recently dead occupied the trees awaiting rebirth. Trees were decorated by these people to call forth the shimmering presence of the Sun (Sol Invictus). Mithraism was a major factor in the doctrinal foundation of the New Religion of the Universal Church and to them the Winter Solstice and Saturnalia marked one of the four Sacred holidays.
Mithras Sol Invictus
Born from the rock (petra genetrix), Marble, 180-192 AD.
From the area of S. Stefano Rotondo, Rome.
Pre-Muslim Egyptians also honored a sacred tree; in their case the palm tree. Their sacred tree also held promises resurrection and good fortune and, like the Christmas tree, was brought into their homes and decorated during the winter solstice. Likewise, the Sacred Groves of the Baal and Ashtaroth worshipers are repeatedly condemned in the Torah. The Christmas tree is merely the Nicean Christan expression of these ancient Pagan customs.
Mistletoe
The mistletoe found on the sacred oak was considered especially sacred to the ancient Celtic Druids. On the sixth night of the moon Druid priests in white robes cut oak mistletoe with a golden sickle. They sacrifice white bulls while uttering prayers that the recipients of the mistletoe would prosper in all ways, including fertility and sexual prowess.
It is taught that the Norse god Balder was killed by the god Hoder using an arrow made of mistletoe while fighting for the pleasure of Lady Nanna. Mistletoe is a potent poison used by Druids and others that reaches deep within the soul according to the Will of Mage. Like so many other Pagan traditions this one was Christianized to draw in more Pagans and continue the ancient ways in a new form.
Mistletoe both empowers and gives license to sexual promiscuity, hence the Universal Church established the tradition of "kissing under the mistletoe" in preparation for the hedonism of Saturnalia. Even today it forms a frequent part of the Yule-tide observances and even many Christians place it on their door posts and exchange ritual kisses.
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Santa Claus
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
In 2009 A Line Was Crossed!
Genesis 12
1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will show thee:
2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
PETA Mixes Playboy Nudity With Holy Cross at Christmas Time | NewsBusters.org
Link
I thought this might be of interest to some who are considering a donation to PETA this holiday.
I thought this might be of interest to some who are considering a donation to PETA this holiday.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Another AllExperts Q and A: What About Shabbat?
Another AllExperts Question and Answer: What About Shabbat?
It was asked in the Baptist section of the site.
It was asked in the Baptist section of the site.
Question:
Why do we fight for reinstating the ten commandments, when atheists & agnostics tear it down, but then neglect the 4th commandment? Isn't the 4th as valid as the other 9? If the commandments are to be written in our hearts, why do we select the 1st day to be observed, when the 4th commandment specifically mentioned the 7th day? Then again, if the day doesn't matter, why not select Friday, because there wouldn't be a resurrection without a death first, for the sacrificial death of our God is just as important as His resurrection?
Why do we fight for reinstating the ten commandments, when atheists & agnostics tear it down, but then neglect the 4th commandment? Isn't the 4th as valid as the other 9? If the commandments are to be written in our hearts, why do we select the 1st day to be observed, when the 4th commandment specifically mentioned the 7th day? Then again, if the day doesn't matter, why not select Friday, because there wouldn't be a resurrection without a death first, for the sacrificial death of our God is just as important as His resurrection?
My reply:
This is an Excellent Question!
Bravo!
The answer is that the Sabbath is the only day set aside in the Bible for worship and declared sacred and that was never repealed.
Seventh Day Baptists and a few other groups do honor the Shabbat as my family will be doing so in an hour or so. Shabbat begins today at 4:50 our time.
Here's a good website where you can select a nearby city for your Shabbat times: http://www.sunrisesunset.com
Sunday was selected as the holy day for Christians because that was the day the Pagan world worshiped Sol Invictus, the Sun god and Rome wanted to unite all religions as one.
I have several studies on the Sabbath, how to observe it, how we lost it and how to regain it here http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/shabbat.html if you are interested.
Shabbat Shalom!
~ John of AllFaith
This is an Excellent Question!
Bravo!
The answer is that the Sabbath is the only day set aside in the Bible for worship and declared sacred and that was never repealed.
Seventh Day Baptists and a few other groups do honor the Shabbat as my family will be doing so in an hour or so. Shabbat begins today at 4:50 our time.
Here's a good website where you can select a nearby city for your Shabbat times: http://www.sunrisesunset.com
Sunday was selected as the holy day for Christians because that was the day the Pagan world worshiped Sol Invictus, the Sun god and Rome wanted to unite all religions as one.
I have several studies on the Sabbath, how to observe it, how we lost it and how to regain it here http://allfaith.com/Religions/Noahide/shabbat.html if you are interested.
Shabbat Shalom!
~ John of AllFaith
AllFaith Flix: Shabbat Shalom for Christians?
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
More on Sarah Palin, Israel, Afghanistan, Obama's dropping numbers, etc.
Palin on Bill O'Reilly
I'm still trying to get a handle on Sarah Palin.In this interview (November 21, 2009) she says some things that sound good and some that cause me alarm.
At the 1:27 mark she talks briefly about Israel. Again, mixed blessings.
She says the US must let Israel know we support them and will stand with them, that we will not dictate to them about the settlements etc. Kudos...
But when O'Reilly gives here the hypothetical of Bibi Netanyahu calling and telling her, as president, that Israel is going to attack the Iranian nuke plants she says that "any kind of war strike is the very last option" and O'Reilly adds, 'so you say no to him, and then Bibi says you can stop them.' Note Palin's words carefully. She says, that is why the US must not allow things to get to that point.
What that means can be debated.
Does it mean she would then turn against Israel, that the US must recognize Israel's sovereignty but still manipulate them according to our agenda? That the US should hit Iran first? That the US should dictate to the region more directly? Just how committed is she to Israel...
AND I am still looking for a CURRENT and direct statement from Ms. Palin about the plans to divide Jerusalem and her view on that. Any links/sources on this would be most appreciated.
She also says the US must make Putin understand that the US is THE sole superpower in the world. There are lots of potential problems with that statement!
True leaders are followed because of their leadership qualities, their wisdom, their programs, not because people are intimidated by them. IF the US began showing true leadership and respect for other countries (and its own citizens) Russia and the other countries would be far more inclined to accept that role. Before 9-11 the US was largely respected. After 9-11 -- largely because of the decisions of Bush the-never-elected -- we are now universally mistrusted and commonly despised. We destroyed our reputation and only we can restore it.
The former Governor also called for an increase in the unjust US war against Afghanistan with a new surge etc. (which Obama is even now implementing) when what we need to do is get out of there and out of Iraq now and allow the people of those countries to determine the kind of government they will have. In this she sounds too much like Bush the-never-elected. The fact is that these wars were deliberately designed without an endpoint. if we "have to win" we can never leave because our intentions are diametrically opposed to the will of the citizens of these occupied countries.
I think I like Sarah Palin as a person and that we would have a lot in common if we ever met and talked around a kitchen table... but I'm still not convinced about her as President, especially regarding her views on Israel, the New World Order and the continuation of these unjustifiable wars.
As of today the Interloper's Gallup ratings have dropped to 47% (the biggest popularity rating drop at this point in any administration since Gallup began keeping records according to Sean Hannity) while Governor Palin's are raising. They are now in a statistical dead heat, she is at 46%.
Just a few scattered thoughts...
What are yours?
Monday, December 07, 2009
Pray for Peace,
JERUSALEM REPORT
From Mike Evans the founder of the Jerusalem Prayer Team
Dear John,
Time is running out for Iran to avoid sanctions over its nuclear program, Reuters News Agency quoted White House spokesman Robert Gibbs as saying. He added that Tehran's deadline is still the end of the year for responding to international demands.
Iran has ignored a deal offered by the Western powers that would have Iran sending its low-enriched uranium abroad for processing into uranium for making fuel. Gibbs said it was "pretty clear" that the Iranians were backing out of that agreement. The White House comments came a day after Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad declared that his country will enrich uranium at a much higher level--a fresh rejection of an international plan to curb Tehran's nuclear program.
We are approaching a crisis point in dealing with Iran. I urgently ask you to join with me in prayer that this great evil will be halted and that Israel will be spared the incredible human and financial cost of having to go to war to stop it.
How sad it is that these rumblings of war come at what should be a time of peace! For many in Israel, especially the children, peace is only a distant dream.
I will never forget as a poor Jewish child in America what it was like to scavenge for food in dumpsters and never having enough to eat. This is the daily reality of life in Ashkelon for hundreds of children. They go to bed hungry many nights. They shiver in the winter because their parents cannot afford to heat their homes. They have no expectation of receiving presents this year for Chanukah. What should be a happy and joyous time is instead just another day to do without.
I will also never forget when my aunt took me to my first Chanukah party. I thought I had died and gone to Heaven! Seeing the gifts and all the food was a wonderful treat. And we can provide that same experience to the poor children of Ashkelon. The Jerusalem Prayer Team is helping a very special family host a Chanukah party just for these needy children.
On my last trip to Israel I met again with the Cohen family...a family that has suffered so much at the hands of radical Islamic terrorists...and yet who nevertheless live with joy instead of bitterness and are focused on helping others. Let me share their story with you. The children were blown up on their school bus.
CLICK HERE TO HELP PROVIDE A HAPPY CHANUKAH FOR NEEDY CHILDREN: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/donate.cfm?dn=1032&commID=131593322&ID=211981
Tehilla Cohen lost both her legs when her school bus was destroyed by a suicide bomber near her family's home in Israel. The devastating attack stole so much away from this precious young lady...and yet her spirit never wavered. When I heard this young lady's story, I knew we had to help.
So the Jerusalem Prayer Team furnished her with a special motorized wheelchair which allowed her to regain much of her independence of motion. After many surgeries and extensive physical therapy, she was able to return to school, and now has graduated and is preparing for college.
When I met with Tehilla, she asked me to thank the members of the Jerusalem Prayer Team who have helped her so much. And she asked for our help again--not for herself, but for the poor children who live in her community who are facing the upcoming Chanukah holiday without the hope of the presents that most children are expecting.
Thank you to the 105 Jerusalem Prayer Team members who have already responded as we work to reach our goal of 2000 sponsors to provide a truly meaningful Chanukah to these precious children.
CHANUKAH IS ONLY 5 DAYS AWAY. PLEASE, PLEASE SEND YOUR GIFT FOR THE POOR CHILDREN RIGHT NOW .... "IF YOU DO IT UNTO THE LEAST OF THESE, YOU HAVE DONE IT UNTO ME."
Send Your Gift Today to Help These Poor Children: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/donate.cfm?dn=1032&commID=131593322&ID=211981
Chanukah is a wonderful celebration of God's deliverance of His people and His miraculous provision of their needs. Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday commemorates the freeing of Jerusalem from captivity and the cleansing of the Temple in Jerusalem. When the invaders were driven away, only enough consecrated oil to light the candlestick for one day was found, but miraculously the lamps burned for eight full days until new oil could be made.
Chanukah starts this year on Saturday, December 12th. That means we have just five days left to provide the Chanukah party that will turn this into a season of hope. Send your gift today to make Chanukah a happy and joyous time for the children of Ashkelon and their families. They have suffered so much, enduring terrorist attacks and rockets fired into their schoolyards. They do without, going to bed hungry many nights.
MAKE THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS SHINE BRIGHT FOR THESE POOR CHILDREN: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/donate.cfm?dn=1032&commID=131593322&ID=211981
Your gift will provide food and toys and clothing and games--the same things our children and grandchildren look forward to at Christmastime. We can do this together.
Jesus said we should let the little children come to Him...and that's what your gift today will do. We have a wonderful opportunity to show the people of Ashkelon that Christians love and care for them. They are besieged on every side, living every day with threats we can hardly imagine. They need the brightness of hope.
Rush your special Chanukah gift today and help make the Festival of Lights much brighter for these precious children.
Your Ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Your Jerusalem World News: http://myjwn.com
Your Jerusalem Prayer Team: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org
From Mike Evans the founder of the Jerusalem Prayer Team
Dear John,
Time is running out for Iran to avoid sanctions over its nuclear program, Reuters News Agency quoted White House spokesman Robert Gibbs as saying. He added that Tehran's deadline is still the end of the year for responding to international demands.
Iran has ignored a deal offered by the Western powers that would have Iran sending its low-enriched uranium abroad for processing into uranium for making fuel. Gibbs said it was "pretty clear" that the Iranians were backing out of that agreement. The White House comments came a day after Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad declared that his country will enrich uranium at a much higher level--a fresh rejection of an international plan to curb Tehran's nuclear program.
We are approaching a crisis point in dealing with Iran. I urgently ask you to join with me in prayer that this great evil will be halted and that Israel will be spared the incredible human and financial cost of having to go to war to stop it.
How sad it is that these rumblings of war come at what should be a time of peace! For many in Israel, especially the children, peace is only a distant dream.
I will never forget as a poor Jewish child in America what it was like to scavenge for food in dumpsters and never having enough to eat. This is the daily reality of life in Ashkelon for hundreds of children. They go to bed hungry many nights. They shiver in the winter because their parents cannot afford to heat their homes. They have no expectation of receiving presents this year for Chanukah. What should be a happy and joyous time is instead just another day to do without.
I will also never forget when my aunt took me to my first Chanukah party. I thought I had died and gone to Heaven! Seeing the gifts and all the food was a wonderful treat. And we can provide that same experience to the poor children of Ashkelon. The Jerusalem Prayer Team is helping a very special family host a Chanukah party just for these needy children.
On my last trip to Israel I met again with the Cohen family...a family that has suffered so much at the hands of radical Islamic terrorists...and yet who nevertheless live with joy instead of bitterness and are focused on helping others. Let me share their story with you. The children were blown up on their school bus.
CLICK HERE TO HELP PROVIDE A HAPPY CHANUKAH FOR NEEDY CHILDREN: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/donate.cfm?dn=1032&commID=131593322&ID=211981
Tehilla Cohen lost both her legs when her school bus was destroyed by a suicide bomber near her family's home in Israel. The devastating attack stole so much away from this precious young lady...and yet her spirit never wavered. When I heard this young lady's story, I knew we had to help.
So the Jerusalem Prayer Team furnished her with a special motorized wheelchair which allowed her to regain much of her independence of motion. After many surgeries and extensive physical therapy, she was able to return to school, and now has graduated and is preparing for college.
When I met with Tehilla, she asked me to thank the members of the Jerusalem Prayer Team who have helped her so much. And she asked for our help again--not for herself, but for the poor children who live in her community who are facing the upcoming Chanukah holiday without the hope of the presents that most children are expecting.
Thank you to the 105 Jerusalem Prayer Team members who have already responded as we work to reach our goal of 2000 sponsors to provide a truly meaningful Chanukah to these precious children.
CHANUKAH IS ONLY 5 DAYS AWAY. PLEASE, PLEASE SEND YOUR GIFT FOR THE POOR CHILDREN RIGHT NOW .... "IF YOU DO IT UNTO THE LEAST OF THESE, YOU HAVE DONE IT UNTO ME."
Send Your Gift Today to Help These Poor Children: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/donate.cfm?dn=1032&commID=131593322&ID=211981
Chanukah is a wonderful celebration of God's deliverance of His people and His miraculous provision of their needs. Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday commemorates the freeing of Jerusalem from captivity and the cleansing of the Temple in Jerusalem. When the invaders were driven away, only enough consecrated oil to light the candlestick for one day was found, but miraculously the lamps burned for eight full days until new oil could be made.
Chanukah starts this year on Saturday, December 12th. That means we have just five days left to provide the Chanukah party that will turn this into a season of hope. Send your gift today to make Chanukah a happy and joyous time for the children of Ashkelon and their families. They have suffered so much, enduring terrorist attacks and rockets fired into their schoolyards. They do without, going to bed hungry many nights.
MAKE THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS SHINE BRIGHT FOR THESE POOR CHILDREN: https://www.donation-net.net/CTBF/donate.cfm?dn=1032&commID=131593322&ID=211981
Your gift will provide food and toys and clothing and games--the same things our children and grandchildren look forward to at Christmastime. We can do this together.
Jesus said we should let the little children come to Him...and that's what your gift today will do. We have a wonderful opportunity to show the people of Ashkelon that Christians love and care for them. They are besieged on every side, living every day with threats we can hardly imagine. They need the brightness of hope.
Rush your special Chanukah gift today and help make the Festival of Lights much brighter for these precious children.
Your Ambassador to Jerusalem,
Dr. Michael Evans
Your Jerusalem World News: http://myjwn.com
Your Jerusalem Prayer Team: http://jerusalemprayerteam.org
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Drybones: Bibi Verses the Iceman!
Bibi Versus The Iceman
I thought that I'd draw Obama and Bibi Netanyahu as battling SuperHeroes, but they came out looking like a pair of phony costumed TV wrestlers putting on a show!
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