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Good morning. Today's video The Son - Part26 Conclusion on the topic of who the Son of God is; the eyes enlightened to Christ. Luke 10:22 All things are delivered to me of my Father: and no man knoweth who the Son is, but the Father; and who the Father is, but the Son, and he to whom the Son will reveal him. (KJV) Matthew 16:15-17 He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven. (KJV) Faith in the revelation of the mystery of the gospel is what unlocks our spiritual understanding of Jesus Christ and enables us to see beyond the vail (the man) to see Christ; and it can only be revealed unto us by our Father in heaven. The disciples had faith that this man Jesus was the Messiah whom God promised he would send to deliver his people. And because of their faith, God enlightened the eyes of their understanding that enabled them to see Christ His Son and not just the man Jesus. For many the blindness (or the vail) that is upon their heart is concerning the man Jesus; unable as the Jews were to see the Messiah within him, Christ, God’s Son whom he sent in the likeness of sinful flesh. They began in the Spirit, but have allowed man to dictate the word of God instead of allowing the Holy Spirit to teach, lead and guide them in all truth (the truth that was in Jesus, which is also in you) so that they can know the only true God and Jesus Christ whom He sent. Jesus of Nazareth by Christ in him was able to overcome the world; and through the perfect sacrifice of these two one new man was made, Christ Jesus, who is sitting at the right hand of God forever making intercession for us. So, when your heart burns, you will know that the revelation came from God and not man. It is as though the chaff that was covering the seed is burned off so that you can fully see and understand the scriptures through His eyes, the spiritual understanding of the revelation of the mystery of the gospel, which is Christ (in you as he was in Jesus of Nazareth) our only hope of glory; the Son of the living God. Will you allow God to reveal his mystery in you so that you too can know how he made this same Jesus, who was crucified for you, both Lord and Christ? If you know the Son, you will know the Father also; and you will also be known of Him. John 14:15-21 If ye love me, keep my commandments. And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you. I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also. At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father, and ye in me, and I in you. He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him. (KJV) God bless. You can view all previous videos by going to our YouTube channel Doctrine of Christ Ministry. Have a blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Good morning. Today's video The Son - Part21 is on the topic of who the Son of God is; continuing in the Son. Luke 21:33-36 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away. And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man. (KJV) Watch and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things which we have been warned about. The cares of this life and the deceitfulness of riches when allowed to enter into the heart, choke the Word and it becomes unfruitful and withers away. Proverbs 4:23-27 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee. Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil. (KJV) You cannot serve God and mammon. If you are a friend of the world you are counted an enemy of God. 1 Corinthians 10:21 Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: ye cannot be partakers of the Lord's table, and of the table of devils. (KJV) Paul said that if he yet pleased men, that he should not be the servant of Christ. One is our Master, even Christ. Romans 6:16 Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness? (KJV) This is not once saved always saved. The scriptures are clear. John 15:1-6 I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch, and is withered; and men gather them, and cast them into the fire, and they are burned. (KJV) So if we don’t abide in Him, then we are not His and we will be cut off from the tree of life; blotted out of the book of life. Which is why we are encouraged to continue in the faith grounded and settled, and not be moved away from the hope of the gospel, which is Christ in you (Colossians 1:27) the Son of the living God. If we abide in Him, He will continue to abide in us; and we will be counted the sons of God; as we were given the power to be so in Him. So let us hold fast the profession of faith without wavering; for he is faithful that promised. As the Son could do nothing without the Father, so we can do nothing without the Son (John 5:19; 5:30). But if we endure steadfast in the faith of the Son of God, Christ in us, unto the end we shall be saved. Matthew 24:11-13 And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many. And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved. (KJV) John 8:31-36 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. They answered him, We be Abraham's seed, and were never in bondage to any man: how sayest thou, Ye shall be made free? Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin. And the servant abideth not in the house for ever: but the Son abideth ever. If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. (KJV) Watch and pray always so that your house does not get broken into, and all your goods which were wrought in Christ in you be stolen from your heart by the thief (Satan) who comes only to steal, kill and destroy. Christ came that we might have life and life more abundantly in Him. Heed the warnings Church; hold fast to eternal life which you have in Christ Jesus our Lord that no man deceive you of your reward and take your crown. God bless. You can view all previous videos by going to our YouTube channel Doctrine of Christ Ministry. Have a blessed and prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. Matthew 4:3-4 And when the tempter came to him, he said, if thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread. 4 But he answered and said, it is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. (KJV)
Another term that is singular is ‘the Word of God’. Now even though the Bible itself is filled with some 800 thousand words, the question becomes, which one is fitting today for you, right now? Our Lord knew the scriptures well; however, it took hearing what was proceeding from the mouth of God at that moment for Him to be delivered from the wiles of the enemy. 1Thesselonians 2:13-14 For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually works also in you that believe. 14 For ye, brethren, became followers of the churches of God which in Judaea are in Christ Jesus: for ye also have suffered like things of your own countrymen, even as they have of the Jews: (KJV) An effective teacher of the Word will be able to speak words of life that are appropriate for the situation as well as the people. They will realize that this Word came right from God and penetrated the heart of those that came to hear what God had to say rather than man. You will find the Word of God to be effective in your walk when you trust more in what you are hearing first hand from above and less in what man thinks they are hearing. Hebrews 4:12-13 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. 13 Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do. (KJV) Hey how about this, the Word of God is actually a person, a living Word seated at the right hand of the Father. This person can see right through the facades that we try to put up, so we are exposed just like Adam was in the beginning when he tried to cover his sin. John 14:6-7 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. 7 If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him. (KJV) You better get to know the Word by heart; otherwise you won’t make it home to your eternal destination. The Word is alive and well and ready to lead you to the Promised Land, but only if you are willing and obedient. Revelation 19:11-13 And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. 12 His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name written, that no man knew, but he himself. 13 And he was clothed with a vesture dipped in blood: and his name is called The Word of God. (KJV) Christ is getting ready to let planet earth know there is going to be a new sheriff in town. Why not put yourself under a rest today and cease from your own works and find a way that works much more effectively instead? 2 Corinthians 2:17 For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. (KJV) We see what happened to the many that were called, but in the end only a few are chosen. I would be willing to say that they didn’t narrow their search down to the one, Christ. We know that corruption cannot inherit incorruption, so those that are in that category are described as antichrist. In conclusion Church, though we see things that appear to be plural, the reality is that Christ is still the ‘One’ source for our deliverance. God bless dearly loved, and have a prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. 2 Corinthians 12:1-3 It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knows;) such a one caught up to the third heaven. 3 And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knows;) (KJV)
Strong’s definition for Revelations - 602 apokalupsis (ap-ok-al'-oop-sis); From 601; disclosure: KJV-- appearing, coming, lighten, manifestation, is revealed, revelation. We see the word ‘revelations’ used above, but what you will find is that these revelations are a result of one revelation, that being the revelation of Christ. In fact we see above that Christ was definitely a part of these visions that Paul realized were coming from above. Galatians 1:11-12 But I certify you, brethren that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man. 12 For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ. (KJV) You will start seeing things much clearer when your spiritual windshield is cleaned off with some living waters and you will see things the way our Lord intended for you to see them based on the revelation of Jesus Christ. In fact Paul knew that the Gospel he was preaching was a result of this revelation. 1 Peter 1:13-14 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: (KJV) Our past life before our conversion in Christ was one of ignorance because we were blinded by a spiritual veil that covered our heart. Once we received the revelation of Christ the sword of the Spirit rent this veil so that we could see beyond the limitations of the flesh to know who we are in Christ. Ephesians 1:17-20 That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him: 18 The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what the hope of his calling is, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints, 19 And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power, 20 Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places, (KJV) The revelation of Christ is an eye opening experience, because it allows you to see into the realm where He is now operating and where He also expects His church to be operating. You have access to great power that exceeds anything here on earth, so why not take a look into this realm and start experiencing it firsthand for yourself? Luke 2:25-27 And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. 26 And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ. 27 And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law, (KJV) While many today still go to temples seeing only a man named Jesus, those that are led by the Spirit will see another man within who is Christ the Son of the living God. Remember Church that only those that are led by this Spirit are truly considered to be the Sons of God. God bless and have a prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord dearly loved. 1 Corinthians 13:1-2 Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 2 And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing. (KJV)
Strong’s definition for Mysteries - 3466 musterion (moos-tay'-ree-on); From a derivative of muo (to shut the mouth); a secret or "mystery" (through the idea of silence imposed by initiation into religious rites): KJV-- mystery. We see the term mysteries used which although it appears to be in the plural sense, is actually a derivative of a singular source. Even though this term appears numerous times in the New Testament it is actually a result of one mystery that every Christian needs to know for themselves by heart. Romans 16:25-26 Now to him that is of power to establish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began, 26 But now is made manifest, and by the scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the everlasting God, made known to all nations for the obedience of faith: (KJV) What you will find consistently throughout the New Testament is that when you see the terms mystery and revealed mentioned, you will see it involves Christ. Ephesians 3:3-5 How that by revelation he made known unto me the mystery; as I wrote afore in few words, 4 Whereby, when ye read, ye may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ) 5 Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit; (KJV) Christ is the unseen Son of the living God who was within Jesus of Nazareth, which is the part that is mysterious to many. People could easily identify Jesus of Nazareth and tell you all about his carnal lineage, but that same carnal veil that was covering the Spirit of Christ back then is the same veil that is upon the heart of those that haven’t had the Son revealed to them personally. Colossians 2:2-4 That their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgement of the mystery of God, and of the Father, and of Christ; 3 In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 4 And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. (KJV) Man today keeps pointing the people to the outward man after the flesh not realizing that the mystery was the inward man, hidden treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards that a man is found faithful. (KJV) So even though we see the term mysteries being mentioned it is all a result of one revelation, the mystery of Christ, something we are required to put our faith and trust in, the inward man. Mark 4:11-13 And he said unto them, unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables: 12 That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should be forgiven them. 13 And he said unto them, Know ye not this parable? And how then will ye know all parables? (KJV) The reality is that someday when standing before God He is not going to ask you what you think, but what do you know. Unless one is able to give the answer to the mystery of the kingdom, they will have an eternity to ponder why they were not able to give the correct response especially when it was a free gift given for them to know. God bless dearly loved, and have a prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. 1 Corinthians 14:1-3 Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. 2 For he that speaks in an unknown tongue speaks not unto men, but unto God: for no man understands him; howbeit in the spirit he speaks mysteries. 3 But he that prophesies speaks unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort. (KJV)
Here is another term that gets a bit misconstrued, gifts, plural. Actually the word ‘gifts’ in verse 1 is an added word, because any gift of God is a result of the one gift which He sent to mankind. Some people speak great swelling words to try to impress others, an unknown tongue to God because it is not edifying to the Church. Those that truly know the love of God and His gift are looking to speak words of life. 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord. 6 And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which works all in all. 7 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. (KJV) Strong’s definition for Gifts - 5486 charisma (khar'-is-mah); From 5483; a (divine) gratuity, i.e. deliverance (from danger or passion); (specifically) a spiritual) endowment, i.e. (subjectively) religious qualification, or (objectively) miraculous faculty: KJV-- (free) gift. As we see this word ‘gifts’ is actually derived from the term gift, and as we are about to find out this gift is singular. Some claim to have certain gifts of the Spirit and have chosen to limit God thinking they don’t have access to the entire gift. Verse 7 above is quite clear to point out that the manifestation of everything spoken about in this chapter is Spiritual and is given to all, now the question is who is willing to receive it all? John 4:9-10 Then saith the woman of Samaria unto him, how is it that thou, being a Jew, asks drink of me, which is a woman of Samaria? For the Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans. 10 Jesus answered and said unto her, If thou knew the gift of God, and who it is that saith to thee, Give me to drink; thou would have asked of him, and he would have given thee living water. (KJV) The gift of God is now seated at the right hand of our Father. God’s gift to mankind is not some hot shot preacher, but His Son who died to give you access to all spiritual blessings in heavenly places. Are you going to His well to get a drink that will last forever? Romans 5:15-18 But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many. 16 And not as it was by one that sinned, so is the gift: for the judgment was by one to condemnation, but the free gift is of many offences unto justification. 17 For if by one man's offence death reined by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.) 18 Therefore as by the offence of one judgment came upon all men to condemnation; even so by the righteousness of one the free gift came upon all men unto justification of life. (KJV) God is clear to point out who and what this gift is that was given to mankind. We see this is a free gift that God provided so that we could have life, an abundant spiritual life instead of the dead-end carnal one which we had settled for in the past. For those that put a price on this gift are nothing more than hucksters who have sold out for an inferior gift instead. So take hold of what was freely given to you by walking past all the cheap imitations that think they can serve God and mammon. God bless dearly loved and have a prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. 1 Corinthians 14:9-11 So likewise ye, except ye utter by the tongue words easy to be understood, how shall it be known what is spoken? For ye shall speak into the air. 10 There are, it may be, so many kinds of voices in the world, and none of them is without signification. 11 Therefore if I know not the meaning of the voice, I shall be unto him that speaks a barbarian, and he that speaks shall be a barbarian unto me. (KJV)
It was brought to my attention that some words and phrases mentioned in the plural actually have a singular meaning or source. This week we are going to look at some examples so that we can narrow our search down to one. If you have ever watched a movie where someone encounters people of another culture or language, without an interpreter it can be barbaric. People who claim to know God but speak in a tongue that is not of His Spirit are considered barbaric to our Lord and not someone He knows personally. Genesis 3:8-10 And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God amongst the trees of the garden. 9 And the LORD God called unto Adam, and said unto him, where art thou? 10 And he said, I heard thy voice in the garden, and I was afraid, because I was naked; and I hid myself. (KJV) We see the end result of those that are listening to the voice of another. Adam realized his nakedness took place within and then manifested on the outside which caused him to be separated from God. If you are afraid today you need to realize that this spirit is not of God and you have given ear to a barbarian. You will discover that you can’t hide from yourself, especially when that still small voice of God is pricking your heart. Psalm 28:1-2 Unto thee will I cry, O LORD my rock; be not silent to me: lest, if thou be silent to me, I become like them that go down into the pit. 2 Hear the voice of my supplications, when I cry unto thee, when I lift up my hands toward thy holy oracle. (KJV) Sometimes in a relationship if one person is not in agreement with the other they will go silent. Haven’t we all cried out to the Lord in a time of need hoping that the Lord heard our voice and is responding? The Bible says that with what measure we give to our Lord is what is given back in return; in other words, are you responding to His voice with the same diligence? Psalms 55:1-4 Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself from my supplication. 2 Attend unto me, and hear me: I mourn in my complaint, and make a noise; 3 Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me. 4 My heart is sore pained within me: and the terrors of death are fallen upon me. (KJV) They say there are no atheists in foxholes. Why not give ear to that ‘One’ voice that delivers us from all our destructions and respond to His voice with the same urgency that you desire of Him? John 5:25-28 Verily, verily, I say unto you, the hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live. 26 For as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself; 27 And hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man. 28 Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, (KJV) Many of us were in a grave situation before we turned our attention above and heard the ‘One’ voice that brings life. My prayer for you is that you won’t wander out in the wilderness, surrounded by a bunch of spiritual barbarians. Dearly loved, give heed to the One above; God bless and have a prosperous day in Christ Jesus our Lord. |
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