From One Believer To Another

From One Believer to Another

If this is your first time visiting this blog, “Welcome!”

As you read, I pray you’ll not see me as being angry at anyone. Firm at times with some, I’ll agree with that. I know that no matter what a person has gone through, things they’ve said or done, or still doing for that matter, there’s a 50/50 chance of my having sought forgiveness for doing the exact same thing at one time or another. I know the battle is not against flesh and blood my friend.

Throughout this blog you will find me quoting things heard on the radio. You’ll not find the names of those who said these things in the posts. I do document their names, the date, time, and radio station call sign on my copy of the original document. I do not publish these details because our mission should be to expose the false teachings not to personally attack the person.

If you should continue reading my friend, you will find the Anthanasian Creed being exposed for what it is, a false doctrine. The word of God having the final say. My trusting in He who knows hears and sees all things, the God of the [Bible].

Thursday, November 29, 2018

It is Finished!


“We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you.” Colossians 1:3 (NKJV)

In the name of Him who was given all authority in heaven and on earth, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings. Matthew 28:18 (NKJV)

Don’t mistake the writings of those not mentioned in the [Bible] for the [Bible].  You’ll find man’s interpretations of the [Scriptures] change from one place to another, if you do.  God’s plan of salvation, found in the [Bible], is fixed and crystal clear.

So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished!” And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.  John 19:30 (NKJV)

Jesus saying “It is finished” sealed the deal on God’s plan of salvation.  You cannot overemphasize what Jesus accomplished on the cross.  There is no way for salvation, forgiveness of sin, without Jesus’ shed blood.  The Anthanasian Creed adds on to what Jesus did for us, as if what Jesus did wasn’t enough.

God bless.

In His Care… Jim

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

My Mission Continues

Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. Hebrews 4:14 (NKJV)

In the precious and beautiful name of Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” John 7:24 (NKJV)

You’ve probably heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.”  Well the same can be said about man; specifically those claiming to be teaching “Biblical” truths.

Don’t judge what you’re hearing from the pulpit by the one who’s delivering it.

I wasn’t always up front with followers of the Anthanasian Creed.  From my youth when I had doubts about their teachings, to decades later knowing the [Bible] doesn’t support the Anthanasian Creed, I struggled with the idea of letting them know the truth.  Although I didn’t have any aversion towards followers of that creed during this time, I know there were times when I just didn’t want to be around them.  I’m sure the fear of having to face “the church” or losing family and friends, had everything to do with it.  My silence regarding the Anthanasian Creed all ended in 2009 and my writing on the subject began.  My mission, to expose the Anthanasian Creed as the false doctrine it is, continues.

God bless.

In His Care… Jim

Monday, November 26, 2018

Do You Believe the Bible?


Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?  1 John 5:5 (NKJV)

In the precious and beautiful name of Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “If you don’t believe the Bible, you’re calling God a liar.”  My first thought after hearing it was if that doesn’t put every single one of us on notice, I don’t know what does.  The speaker on the radio is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed.

It is my obligation to tell you the Anthanasian Creed is the high priest of all false doctrines.  It attempts to make the Son of God, the Son is God.  Those that believe this creed don’t see that the inspired word of God, the [Bible], is more than sufficient enough as is.

Those that believe the [Bible] is more than sufficient enough as is, know the Anthanasian Creed has absolutely nothing to do with the salvation of one’s soul.  The good thing is they will say the person that confesses Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, and rejects the Anthanasian Creed altogether, is saved. 

What Jesus accomplished in the first century is far greater than the Anthanasian Creed forcing people to believe, falsehoods.  Do you believe the [Bible]?

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Saturday, November 24, 2018

Treat the Bible with Respect


“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him.” Ephesians 1:17 (NKJV)


In the precious and beautiful name of Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “The word of God is not a human enterprise.”  The speaker on the radio is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed. 

I’d say, as one that rejects the Anthanasian Creed, the speaker is 100% correct.  “The word of God is not a human enterprise.”  The Anthanasian Creed however, is.  Simply put if you’re confessing Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of your life, you are saved according to the [Scriptures].  Your salvation has absolutely nothing to do with the writings of those not mentioned in the [Bible], more specifically, the Anthanasian Creed.  Nothing has caused more people to turn from [Biblical] truths to false teachings, than the Anthanasian Creed.

“This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear Him!” Matthew 17:5b, c and d (NKJV)

Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead man was lying. And Jesus lifted up His eyes and said, “Father, I thank You that You have heard Me. And I know that You always hear Me, but because of the people who are standing by I said this, that they may believe that You sent Me.” John 11:41-42 (NKJV)

God wants us to “Hear Him,” listen to these things Jesus said, not to lean on our own understanding of these things Jesus said.  Treat them, and all those found in the [Bible] with total respect, that they are sufficient enough as is. 

Knowing Jesus “because of the people who are standing by” gave thanks to God “I thank You,” we should follow Jesus’ lead.  Thank God because God’s increase is always guaranteed for all those within hearing distance of it when the gospel of Jesus Christ is preached in truth.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

The top ten countries coming onto this blog in the past thirty days.  Top ten overall position in parentheses.

United States of America (1), Poland (6), Germany (4), Unknown Region, France (3), Russia (2), Singapore, Bulgaria, Colombia, and Ireland.


Thursday, November 22, 2018

Find Jesus!


Grace, mercy, and truth will be with you from God the Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 2 John 3 (NKJV)

In the precious and beautiful name of Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “If you’re here today and investigating Christianity…”  The speaker on the radio is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed.  As one rejecting the Anthanasian Creed I’d say if you are investigating Christianity, start with the [Bible] and don’t stop until you trust the [Bible] alone to be more than sufficient enough as is.

It’s Saturday.  After a week of twelve to sixteen hour work days, Anthony “Tony” needs time to relax.  Tony’s friends, Mark, Hector and Brett, who are regular church goers recommended a movie to Tony and offered to pick up the tab.  Tony has no desire to attend a local church with them but accepted their offer. Tony and his friends also agreed to meet at the local coffee house after the one o’clock showing. Tony arrives at the theater, with twenty minutes to spare.  It’s time for Tony to choose the movie.
                                                      
Now Showing
1:00—4:30—8:00 PM

Theater One             Theater Two                        Theater Three
   The Bible      Anthanasian Creed           Earthly Institutions Called Church

As he reads the titles, thinking of his friends and whispering to himself, Tony says, “If this doesn’t make me want to go back to work I don’t know what will.  They’re buying… what do I have to lose.  They did recommend Earthly Institutions Called Church.  Anthanasian Creed…creeds have something to do with church.  [The] Bible, church.  Earthly Institutions Called Church it is.  I like the title and I can leave any time I want.” 

After getting what has to be the largest tub of popcorn ever, two boxes of candy and a bottled water, bought and paid for by Tony’s friends, he hands his ticket over to the attendant and finds his seat.

After the movie Tony goes straight to the local coffee house and low and behold Mark, Hector, and Brett were there to greet him.

“Tony… over here!  Let me get your coffee,” said Mark.  Tony acknowledges with a hand wave to stay put and orders his coffee.  With coffee in hand Tony joins his three friends.

Tony begins with, “After seeing Earthly Institutions Called Church, there’s a zero percent chance of you ever getting me to go church.”

“They’re cults… those people in the movie aren’t saved.  They don’t teach the bible in those churches.  I wouldn’t go to one of them either.  Not all churches are like that, ours isn’t,” explained Mark.

A total stranger seated within hearing distance of the conversation, firmly and with no introduction looked at Tony and chimed in, “I just came from the movie myself and it wasn’t meant to keep you from going to church, it was meant to expose false teachings.  You need to find Jesus.”  At that the stranger turned to walk out the door.

Touched by the stranger’s words Tony starts to have a change of heart, “Mark, Hector, Brett, I’m sure you guys aren’t chasing after false teachings like those cults.  I think I need to find Jesus.  Maybe I need to go to your church tomorrow,” said Tony.

With a sigh of relief, “We’ll pick you up at ten… we will do this together,” replied Hector.

It’s Sunday.  Church has ended.  Tony and his friends arrive back at the same coffee house to discuss what just took place at church.

Tony begins with a soft but serious tone, “Your pastor who speaks very highly of what he believes, made it crystal clear.  He left me no choice unless I believe what he believes, I cannot be saved.  I can come to church with you but unless I believe what you believe, I can’t be a member of it.  What’s causing you to believe there’s a difference between your church and those you’ve chosen to stay clear of because I can tell you there isn’t?”

“The difference is we believe the bible,” said Mark.

“Mark, your church, the churches mentioned in the movie, have their own interpretations of the Bible.  If there is one thing I’ve learned these past two days, it’s that.  The way I see it the Bible’s not the problem here,” replied Tony.  “I’ve been saying it all along, why I won’t go to church.  There’s no way to agree on anything, when everyone believes their way is the only way.  Remember what that man said to me yesterday?  Find Jesus.  That’s exactly what I intend to do.  If the Bible is true, it will show me the way.  Imagine that, what church goers have been trying to get me to do for years a total stranger gets it done in matter of seconds.  What’s that you always say?  God works in mysterious ways.”

A person can choose to believe whatever they like, how they explain it will reveal what’s behind it all.  There’s a good explanation as to why people just can’t seem to get along with one another these days, in church, outside the church.  They don’t trust the inspired word of God, the [Bible], to be more than sufficient enough as is.  I can’t imagine everyone getting along in a world bent of silencing [Biblical] truths.  I can only look forward to it with Jesus.

Find Jesus!

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Monday, November 19, 2018

The One Way Ticket to Paradise


“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” 1 Peter 1:3 (NKJV)

In the name of Him who was given all authority in heaven and on earth, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings. Matthew 28:18 (NKJV)

Now the Angel of the Lord found her by a spring of water in the wilderness, by the spring on the way to Shur. And He said, “Hagar, Saria’s maid, where have you come from, and where are you going?” She said, I am fleeing from the presence of my mistress Saria.” The Angel of the Lord said to her, “Return to your mistress, and submit yourself under her hand.”  Genesis 16:7-9 (NKJV)

Moving to Genesis 16:13, “she” is referring to Hagar:

Then she called the name of the Lord who spoke to her, You-Are-the-God-Who-Sees; for she said, Have I also here seen Him who sees me?”

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “Who is the Angel of God?”  The speaker on the radio gave four examples where “Angel of God” is mentioned in the [Bible].  The speaker’s message however was centered on the conversation between “the Angel of the Lord” and, Hagar.  The speaker is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed. 

The Anthanasian Creed creates one problem after another for its followers.  By relying on this creed, they are basing their beliefs on non-Biblical texts that contradict the [Bible].  That alone implies that they are not treating the [Bible] as a reliable source.  The longer they cling to the Anthanasian Creed, the easier it becomes for them to say things are in the [Bible] when they’re not.

As we continue keep this in mind, “the Angel of the Lord found” Hagar “by a spring of water in the wilderness.”  I believe some of you have already figured out where this is going.   

The speaker believes the “bible” says “the Angel of the Lord” is Jesus “God.”  The speaker bases this on Hager saying in Genesis 16:13, “You-Are-the-God-Who-Sees” and “Have I also here seen Him who sees me?”  What Hagar said is found in the [Bible], but it doesn’t make Jesus “the Angel of the Lord,” God.  Hager is asking a question of “the Angel of the Lord,” but the [Bible] does not provide us with any answer “the Angel of the Lord” may have given her.

Not that anyone has seen the Father, except He who is from God; He has seen the Father.” John 6:46 (NKJV)

Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to Me, for I have not yet ascended to My Father; but go to My brethren and say to them, ‘I am ascending to My Father and your Father, and to My God and your God.’” John 20:17 (NKJV)

Jesus’ brethren’s God and Father and Jesus’ God and Father are one and the same (John 20:17).  Unless Jesus is lying when He said “Not that anyone has seen the Father in John 6:46, Hagar didn’t see God.  When Jesus speaks of “the Father,” He’s referring to His God and Father (John 20:17).  Jesus could not be more specific about this.

The speaker [really] does believe Hagar was looking at “God” because the speaker believes, “the Son is God.”  I know this because the Anthanasian Creeds “the Son is God” is defined by that creed, even at the expense of these things Jesus said.  According to John 6:46 and 20:17, Hagar wasn’t looking at Jesus’ God.   

“Also I say to you, whoever confesses Me before men, him the Son of Man will also confess before the angels of God. But he who denies Me before men will be denied before the angels of God.” Luke 12:8-9 (NKJV) 

Jesus tells us “the angels of God” play a significant role in God’s plan of salvation (Luke 12:8-9).  The angels are neither Jesus nor are they God but are exactly what the [Bible] says they are, angels of God.  There are many angels referenced in the [Bible] passing along God’s messages.

“And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write, ‘These things says the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and His feet like fine brass:’” Revelation 2:18 (NKJV) 

Jesus wants us to believe He is, “the Son of God.”  Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God.  1 John 4:15 (NKJV)

Then he said to Jesus, “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise.” Luke 23:42-43 (NKJV)

When I picture Jesus dying on the cross for me, knowing one of the two crucified with Jesus that day is with Jesus (Luke 23:42-43), I see no reason to believe the Anthanasian Creed for anything, let alone a one way ticket to “Paradise.”

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”  John 3:16 (NKJV)

It is my obligation to tell you there’s only one way to “Paradise,” believe “in” Jesus.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Friday, November 16, 2018

The Anthanasian Creed Will Not Endure Forever


“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him.” Ephesians 1:17 (NKJV)

In the name of Him who was given authority over all flesh, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings. John 17:2 (NKJV)

Jesus answered, “If I honor Myself, My honor is nothing. It is My Father who honors Me, of whom you say that He is your God. Yet you have not known Him, but I know Him. And if I say, ‘I do not know Him,’ I shall be a liar like you; but I do know Him, and keep His word.”  John 8:54-55 (NKJV)

Jesus answered, “And if I say, ‘I do not know Him,’ I shall be a liar like you; but I do know Him, and keep His word.”  Jesus is known for telling the truth, and the [Bible] gives us no reason to believe otherwise.

“But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” Mark 13:32 (NKJV)

And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.” John 17:3 (NKJV)

Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to Me, for I have not yet ascended to My Father; but go to My brethren and say to them, ‘I am ascending to My Father and your Father, and to My God and your God.’” John 20:17 (NKJV)

Jesus not only wants us to believe “the Son” doesn’t know “that day and hour, He wants us to believe “the only true God” is His God.  Jesus saidnor the Son, You, the only true God” and “I am ascending to My Father and your Father, and to My God and your God.”

“He who does not love Me does not keep My words; and the word which you hear is not Mine but the Father’s who sent Me.” John 14:24

I know these things Jesus said aren’t mine, either.  I believe them to be absolute truths, trustworthy, and I’ll certainly share them with others, but I am not the source of them.  Jesus’ God, is the source of these things Jesus said. 

The [Bible] makes provisions for Jesus to not know all things.  It also explains “the only true God” was the source of these things Jesus said.  The only true God” is all-knowing while Jesus is not.  

For those believing the Anthanasian Creed has “opened” their eyes as to who Jesus is.  Jesus is the Son of God and not the Anthanasian Creeds “the Son is God” that was birthed in 325-AD.  Removing the Anthanasian Creed from the equation solves the problem.  Actually whether one continues to cling to the Anthanasian Creed or not, it will not endure forever.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

The Message of the Cross


Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. Hebrews 4:14 (NKJV)

In the name of the Son of the living God, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings. John 6:69 (NKJV)

“Therefore I say to you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven men. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man, it will be forgiven him; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit, it will not be forgiven him, either in this age or in the age to come.” Matthew 12:31-32 (NKJV)

Matthew 12:31-32 is plain, simple, and easy to understand.  Believe in Jesus, or bust.  The Holy Spirit leads us [directly] to the [Biblical] Jesus, and believing in Jesus is the only way to salvation.

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”  John 3:16 (NKJV)

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 1 Corinthians 1:18 (NKJV)

The message of the cross is foolishness,” to the one that chooses to reject Jesus.  To the one that “believes in” Jesus, its God’s plan of salvation in a nut shell.

“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.” Mark 1:15 (NKJV)

Some believe without the doctrines of men “the kingdom of God” is unattainable.  The Anthanasian Creed for example commands that unless one believes the doctrine of the “Trinity” one cannot be saved.  Nothing could be further from the truth. 


When I meet someone for the very first time, who confesses Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, thus saved according to the [Scriptures], somewhere in the conversation I’ll let them know following Jesus has absolutely nothing to do with the Anthanasian Creed.

I trust God is in full control of the situation because I know He orchestrated the meeting in the first place.  The Anthanasian Creed will continue to be the high priest of all false doctrines.

If you’re looking to preach “the gospel” of Jesus Christ in truth my friend, take it straight from the [Bible], and leave the rest to the all-knowing God of the [Bible].

God bless.

In His Care… Jim

The top ten countries coming onto this blog in the past thirty days.  Overall top ten position in parentheses.

United States of America (1), Unknown Region, Poland (6), Germany (4), France (3), Russia (2), Singapore, Bulgaria, Colombia, and Iraq.  I can’t figure out this “Unknown Region” thing.  Based on the numbers available to me, it should be in the overall top ten.  Nevertheless, not my will but God’s will be done.

Total number of post, not counting this one, 795.  Available, 237.

Monday, November 12, 2018

For Unto Us a Child is Born


Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?  1 John 5:5 (NKJV)

In the only name given among men by which we must be saved, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

It’s that time of year once again, when the significance of Jesus’ birth, in the little town of Bethlehem, is heard throughout the world.  I don’t take this time of year lightly, whenever/wherever verses of [Scripture] are read I will rejoice.

For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 (NKJV)

“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are from old, from everlasting.” Micah 5:2 (NKJV)

Just a few days ago, while listening to the local “Christian” radio station, I was taken on a journey through Isaiah 9:6, Micah 5:2, and beyond.  The speaker on the radio gave his version of the “Christmas” story.  I say the speaker’s version because followers of the Anthanasian Creed believe Isaiah 9:6 is evidence of Jesus being “God,” and the speaker is a follower of that creed.  Isaiah 9:6 doesn’t define who Jesus is.  There’s a significant difference between “And His name will be called” and, He is.

And He shall stand and feed His flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord His God; and they shall abide, for now He shall be great to the ends of the earth.  Micah 5:4 (NKJV)

When you read Micah 5:2-4 together you see “the One to be Ruler in Israel” in Micah 5:2, Jesus, “shall stand and feed His flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord His God.”  Micah 5:4 the key words are, “the Lord His God.” 

Just as Micah 5:2-4 is a prophecy, concerning “the One to be Ruler in Israel,” Isaiah 9:6 is as well.

When one calls Jesus “Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace,” they’re actually fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy.  What the follower of Anthanasian Creed fails to see is “the One to be Ruler in Israel” and the Anthanasian Creeds “the Son is God,” aren’t one and the same.

The Lord His God” is referring to Jesus’ God, the all-knowing God of the [Bible].

Don’t make the mistake of treating Micah 5:4 as if it doesn’t exist.  Unlike the Anthanasian Creed, the inspired word of God endures forever.  It is safe to say that the origin of Isaiah and Micah’s prophecy’s, is the all-knowing God of the [Bible] who cannot lie.

Then he said to Jesus, “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise.” Luke 23:42-43 (NKJV)

I’d say more time should be given to the simplicity of God’s plan of salvation, which has been clearly laid out for us in Luke 23:42-43, than clinging to the teachings/traditions of those making false claims.  For even they know they aren’t supported by the [Bible].  Not stopping there they cross the line, saying, unless one believes their understanding of the [Scriptures] one cannot be saved. 

I look to the cross and not the Anthanasian Creed, for the creed has nothing to do with “the One to be Ruler in Israel,” let alone my becoming a follower of “the One to be Ruler in Israel,” Jesus.  Trust that the [Bible] is more than sufficient enough as it is.  This is the safest thing one could do each and every, day of the year.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Sunday, November 11, 2018

Let's Not Forget


“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3 (NKJV)

In the only name given among men by which we must be saved, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.  Acts 4:12 (NKJV)

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “Is Jesus just one of the many gods?”  The speaker on the radio was referring to how the so called “nonbeliever” looks at the different religions of the world.  The speaker is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed. 

Let’s not forget, the Anthanasian Creed tells us “So the Father is God, the Son is God, and the Holy Ghost is God, not being three Gods but one God.”  Don’t make the mistake of believing the [Bible] mandates us to believe the Anthanasian Creed for anything, let alone the only way to salvation.

Jesus is the Son of God.  If this fact was left well enough alone from the get go, which is to say according to the [Scriptures], there’d be no reason for Him to be considered as one of the many gods of this world.  There’s no [Biblical] reason to believe otherwise, this itself settles the matter.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Saturday, November 10, 2018

What Must I Do To Be Saved?


Grace, mercy, and truth will be with you from God the Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 2 John 3 (NKJV)

In the precious and beautiful name of Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him, and he in God.  1 John 4:15 (NKJV)

If a person confesses “Jesus is the Son of God,” I believe they are saved.  I’m just not going to second guess 1 John 4:15 in any way, shape or form.  I’d say my role is to trust God in every situation.  His word is enough for me.  I do trust God is in full control of the situation, so the truth will be known.

Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’” Matthew 7:21-23 (NKJV)

Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven” in Matthew 7:21-23 is plain, simple, and easy to understand though should make us all a little uneasy.  The person confessing “Jesus is the Son of God” must never forget that the God of the [Bible] knows, hears and sees, all things.

Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to Me, for I have not yet ascended to My Father; but go to My brethren and say to them, ‘I am ascending to My Father and your Father, and to My God and your God.’” John 20:17 (NKJV)

When Jesus said “My Father in heaven” in Matthew 7:21-23, He’s referring to “My Father” His Father and “My God” His God, the all-knowing God of the [Bible].

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”  John 3:16 (NKJV)

Then he called for a light, ran in, and fell down trembling before Paul and Silas. And he brought them out and said, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” So they said, “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.” Acts 16:29-31 (NKJV)

The all-knowing God of the [Bible] has made it crystal clear for us, concerning what one must do to be saved, in the [Bible].  It’s all about having to believe in “the Son of God,” Messiah Yeshua “Jesus.” 

Trusting God knows what’s best for us, which is to say God’s plan of salvation or bust, this will keep one from ever having to hear “I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!”  When Jesus took their place on the cross, those trusting God’s plan of salvation, His shed blood covered all their sins.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Friday, November 9, 2018

Thank God for what Jesus Accomplished in the First Century


Grace, mercy, and truth will be with you from God the Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 2 John 3 (NKJV)

In the name of Him who makes us kings and priests to His God and Father, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.  Revelation 1:6 (NKJV)

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “Jesus Christ is God, that’s what’s being revealed to us in the gospel of John.”  

The speaker on the radio can’t reconcile this statement using John’s writings.  The speaker, by not teaching them as absolute truths, is causing people to believe John’s writings are subject to change on a daily basis.  The speaker is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed.  The speaker would have been better off qualifying their statements by saying according to the writings of those not mentioned in the [Bible], “Jesus Christ is God.”

After a good night’s sleep, some time to think about this particular post, and thanking God for what Jesus accomplished in the first century, I deleted two paragraphs from it.  Followers of the Anthanasian Creed have been led to believe Jesus and the Anthanasian Creeds “the Son is God” are one and the same, when nothing could be further from the truth.

I’ve come a long way from the thought off losing friends as a result of speaking out against the Anthanasian Creed.  What I deleted from this post wasn’t wrong, but just too harsh.  I continually remind myself that I am targeting the Anthanasian Creed and not those who have been taught or are teaching its falsehoods.  I thank God for what Jesus accomplished in the first century.  With that said I can say with 100% confidence, the person confessing Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, and rejects the Anthanasian Creed altogether, is saved.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Thursday, November 8, 2018

What About the One Confessing Jesus is the Son of God?


“That you may with one mind and with one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15:6 (NKJV)

In the only name given among men by which we must be saved, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

When biblical truths collide with man’s understanding of them, some would call them sermons.  I call them misleading.  God’s increase is guaranteed when the gospel of Jesus Christ is preached in truth.  Everyone that hears it should expect God’s increase to come their way.  There’s nothing wrong with quoting [Scripture], but if one treats them as insufficient on their own and adds to them it leads to false teachings.

Sam and Ellen work for a rather large company.  They’ve met on few occasions, but the only thing one knows about the other is work related.  An opportunity for the company to expand has made itself available. They are being sent to a meeting at a location two hours away.  With little time to waste, they gather up their things and meet in the parking lot.

Safely on the road, Ellen says to Sam, “Congratulations Sam, this is a great opportunity and I’m looking forward to working together with you.”

“Congratulations to you as well.  I’ve been praying for an opportunity like this and here we are smack dab in the middle of it,” said Sam happily.

Caught off guard by Sam’s remark, “I’ve been praying for it as well, are you a Christian?” Ellen said joyfully.

“Born again.  Bought by the blood of Jesus.  I am.  This is working out better than I thought,” said Sam with great relief.

“Praise God!   What we’re bringing to the table Sam, will sell itself.  All we have to do now is let go, and let God,” Ellen said.

“Let go and let God.  I like that.  So tell me about your church, are you doing anything special for Christmas,” asked Sam.

“We’re focusing on the usual, Jesus’ birth, singing songs, things like that, and water baptism,” replied Ellen.

“I love this time of year… did you say water baptism,” asked Sam.

Quickly Ellen replied, “I did!”

“In all my years I’ve yet to witness anyone getting baptized on Christmas Day,” said Sam.

“Have you been baptized in water Sam?” asked Ellen.

“No.  I’ve thought about it but we don’t have a water tank at our church.  It’s a small church and on a good day we’ll have fifteen to twenty people,” said Sam.

“What then do you believe?” asked Ellen with great concern.

“I believe in Jesus, that He is the way, the truth, and the life,” said Sam. 

“No one can come to the Father except through Him,” Ellen interrupted.

“At our church, in addition to Jesus, we teach the significance of creeds, doctrines, and having to believe the doctrine of the trinity to be saved.  There is no emphasis put on water baptism but I have a feeling you’re concerned about me not being baptized in water,” said Sam. 

“I am concerned.  You’re not saved without having been baptized in water,” replied Ellen.

“What about the person in the middle of the desert, just prior to them taking their last breathe here on earth, now confessing Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, and there’s no water to be found, is that person not saved,” asked Sam.

“I could say the same to you.  I confess Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of my life, and I reject the Anthanasian Creed altogether and thus the doctrine of the trinity, am I not saved,” asked Ellen.

Obviously having to believe [or else] the doctrine of the “Trinity” or to be baptized in water to be saved has absolutely nothing to do with the salvation of one’s soul.  There is no [Biblical] mandate stating one has to believe the doctrine of the “Trinity” or to be baptized in water, to be saved. 

Knowing God’s increase is guaranteed when the gospel of Jesus Christ is preached in truth, I can safely say, the person confessing Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, is saved.

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

I Don't Know


Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?  1 John 5:5 (NKJV)

In the precious and beautiful name of Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

So when they continued asking Him, He raised Himself up and said to them, “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.” John 8:7 (NKJV)

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, referring to Jesus saying “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first,” “Did He yell it, or did He say it softly?  I don’t know how He said it, but He said it.”  The speaker on the radio is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed.

After hearing “I don’t know how He said it, but He said it,” I thanked God.  If I kept count of the number of times I’ve heard someone talking about the [Bible], as if they were eyewitnesses to the events that took place during [Biblical] times, it would be in the thousands.  I’m talking about those saying things are true, when there’s no record of it in the [Bible].

The issue here isn’t how Jesus said “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first,” it’s “He said it.”  We need to take Jesus seriously, 100% of the time.  This means keeping our eyes on the [Scriptures], and leaning not on our own understanding of them.

If asked how I know something not found in the [Bible] is true, I’d have to reveal my source as something other than the [Bible].  I can’t give anyone reason to believe it is [Biblical].  If I do the error is mine, but the damage is done.

The speaker’s “I don’t know how He said it, but He said it,” is a prime example of how one should treat any situation where it is not spelled out for us in the [Bible].  We should always say “I don’t know” when we don’t know, especially when it concerns the [Bible].

God bless.
In His Care… Jim

Monday, November 5, 2018

Before All Things?


Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. Hebrews 4:14 (NKJV)

In the only name given among men by which we must be saved, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “Shouldn’t all Christians pray for the destruction of false doctrines.”  The speaker on the radio is a follower of the Anthanasian Creed.

Whosoever will be saved, before all things, it is necessary that he hold the catholic (i. e. , universal, Christian) faith. Which faith except every one do keep whole and undefiled without doubt he shall perish everlastingly.”  - First two sentences of the Anthanasian Creed.

“This is the catholic (Christian) faith; which except you believe faithfully and firmly, you cannot be saved.”  - Last sentence of the Anthanasian Creed.

It is safe to say the Anthanasian Creed is a false doctrine and nothing more than hearsay at best.  The Anthanasian Creed itself provides all the evidence one needs to prove that it’s so.  Those that have chosen to believe the Anthanasian Creed have taken the same liberty of ignoring the facts as those responsible for it in the first place.  Before all things it is necessary” is plain, simple, and easy to understand.  Whosoever will be saved, before all things it is necessary” to believe the Anthanasian Creed to be saved.

Until followers of the Anthanasian Creed realize it doesn’t matter what comes before the last sentence of that creed the words “before all things it is necessary” forces them to believe the only way to salvation belongs to the Anthanasian Creed.

Before all things” includes the events leading up to and including Jesus’ death burial and resurrection.  Any attempt to link the Anthanasian Creeds false method of salvation to these events, will fail.  

God’s plan of salvation has Jesus dying on a cross, for the sin of the world, well before the Anthanasian Creeds “before all things it is necessary”.  Why anyone would want to second guess God’s plan of salvation, saying its insufficient evidence as written, is incomprehensible.  This is exactly what the Anthanasian Creed forces its followers to do.

I ask you now, would you say God’s plan of salvation has been clearly laid out for us in the [Bible]?  Simply put believe in Jesus Christ and you will be saved.  I would say this is especially clear, and I wouldn’t give it second thought if I were you.

Let’s cut to the chase.  The person confessing Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, and rejects the Anthanasian Creed altogether, is saved.  It is [Biblically] impossible to prove otherwise. The Anthanasian Creeds false method of salvation stands alone, and proving it’s so won’t be a problem.

Here’s some sound advice for the follower of the Anthanasian Creed.  When you say the Anthanasian Creed is biblically sound, don’t forget “Whosoever will be saved, before all things” in the first sentence of that creed.  We know what Jesus accomplished on the cross in the first century has been clearly laid out for us in the [Bible], and is more than sufficient enough as is.  The Anthanasian Creed doesn’t hold the key to God’s plan of salvation.  Having to believe the Anthanasian Creed to become a member of the local church, has absolutely nothing to do with the salvation of one’s soul.

“Shouldn’t all Christians pray for the destruction of false doctrines”?  I certainly do.

God bless.

In His Care… Jim

P.S.

Yesterday I started a new blog: IsTheAnthanasianCreedTrustworthy.blogspot.com.  As some of you know I’ve been looking for the answer to one simple question:

Would you say the person confessing Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord and the Savior of their life, and rejecting the Anthanasian Creed altogether, is saved?

I’ve sent this question to many that I’ve heard on the local “Christian” radio station and, television.  To date I’ve only received one [direct] answer to it “Yes and, no,” which is actually not an answer.  What is your answer?

My goal is to keep the new blog separate from this blog.  I will use material found on this blog to answer any questions that may come my way on the new blog.

Looking forward to what’s next, Jim

It Was Just the Beginning


Grace, mercy, and truth will be with you from God the Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 2 John 3 (NKJV)

In the only name given among men by which we must be saved, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

While listening to the local “Christian” radio station I heard, “I believe Mordecai wrote the book of Esther.”

I don’t see any problem with anyone saying, “I believe Mordecai wrote the book of Esther.”  If someone was to say unless one believes “Mordecai wrote the book of Esther” one cannot be saved, I pray you’d see the problem with it.

Don’t make the same mistake followers of the Anthanasian Creed have made.  They believe the events that took place in 325-AD settled the argument of the validity of the Anthanasian Creed, but in reality it was just the beginning.

God bless.

In His Care… Jim

Saturday, November 3, 2018

Jesus Christ of Nazareth


“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3 (NKJV)

In the only name given among men by which we must be saved, Messiah Yeshua “Jesus,” greetings.

Now Peter and John went up together to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms from those who entered the temple; who, seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, asked for alms. And fixing his eyes on him, with John, Peter said, “Look at us.” So he gave them his attention, expecting to receive something from them. Then Peter said, “Silver and gold I do not have, but what I do have I give to you: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.” Acts 3:1-6 (NKJV)

Peter and John” are [true] followers of Messiah Yeshua, “Jesus Christ of Nazareth.”  Peter” wouldn’t have said “In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk” that day, if not for him knowing who “Jesus Christ of Nazareth” is.  Peter and John” would have missed out on a great opportunity to tell others about what they’ve come to know and believe, if not for “Jesus Christ of Nazareth.”  It’s all about “Jesus Christ of Nazareth” and not, them.

Now when Peter had come to Antioch, I withstood him to his face, because he was to be blamed; for before certain men came from James, he would eat with the gentiles; but when they came, he withdrew and separated himself, fearing those who were of the circumcision. And the rest of the Jews also played the hypocrite with him, so that even Barnabas was carried away with their hypocrisy.  But when I saw that they weren’t straight forward about the truth of the gospel, I said to Peter before them all, “If you, being a Jew, live in the manner of the gentiles and not as the Jews, why do you compel gentiles to live as Jews?  Galatians 2:11-14 (NKJV)

Peter,” and others, weren’t always “straight forward about the truth of the gospel.” We’re all going to make mistakes and wrong decisions.  When it comes to the salvation of one’s soul however, there’s no room for error.  It’s believing in “Jesus Christ of Nazareth,” or bust.  It is safe to say Peter John and Paul knew, it’s all about “Jesus Christ of Nazareth” and not them.

“The Son is God” is of the Anthanasian Creed, and that’s as far as it goes.  To ignore this fact opens the door to mistaking false teachings for [Biblical] truths, and that’s a problem.

Outside the writings of those not mentioned in the [Bible], followers of the Anthanasian Creed have no explanation as to how “the Son is God” was birthed and made its way into the twenty first century.

Don’t make the mistake of believing the Anthanasian Creeds “the Son is God” and the doctrine of the “Trinity” existed prior to the first entry of the Anthanasian Creed, they didn’t.  The Anthanasian Creed was birthed and became doctrine of the Catholic Church in 325-AD.  It’s having to believe [or else] “the Son is God” to be saved method of salvation hasn’t saved a single soul, nor could it.  What we need to know about “Jesus Christ of Nazareth,” should come straight from the [Bible].

God bless.
In His Care… Jim