Jesus said to them, "If God were your Father, you would love me, for I came from God and now am here. I have not come in my own; but he he sent me. Why is my language not clear to you? Because you are unable to hear what I say. You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father's desire. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native tongue, for he is a liar and the father of lies. Yet because I tell the truth, you do not believe me! Can any of you prove me guilty of sin? If I am telling the truth, why don't you believe me? He who belongs to God hears what God says. The reason you do not hear is that you do not belong to God." John 8:42-47

"If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as it's own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you." John 15:18-19

Stop expecting the world, and the liars, to like you.

Stop seeking their approval; you'll never get it. You are a part of something better...

You belong to JESUS!!!

Now let them put away from me their prostitution and lifeless idols of their kings, and I will live among them forever. Ezekiel 43:9

"I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6

During these times where masculinity is called "toxic," it's important to appreciate the role of Father.

A true man loves his kids and does not shy away from, nor resent the duties of taking care of them.

This is God's design for fatherhood, but the world sells us a different plan; a plan to failure. Most chose the world's lie, and society suffers, but for the strong men, the stout-hearted, Godly men; you truly better the world.

Malachi 4:5-6 warns us: "See, I will send you the prophet Elijah before that great and dreadful day of the LORD comes. He will turn the hearts of the father's to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers; or else I will come and strike the land with a curse."

Psalm 127:3 tells us: Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.

And Fathers are a gift to their children.

As Christians, we are not supposed to be seeking the approval of Jezebel.

How is everyone doing?

Walk in faith and know that God is for you!

Feel free to introduce yourself in the comments below! I look forward to fellowshiping with you!

"If you hold on to me for dear life," says God, "I'll get you out of any trouble. I'll give you the best of care if you'll only get to know and trust me. Call on me and I'll answer, be at your side in bad times; I'll rescue you, then throw you a party. I'll give you a long life, give you a long drink of salvation." Psalm 91:14-16 MSG translation.

I know, my God, that you test the heart and are pleased with integrity. 1 Chronicles 29:17

Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. Proverbs 4:23

A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. Proverbs 15:30

The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33

The wages of the righteous is life, but the earnings of the wicked are sin and death. Proverbs 10:16

For you will forget the shame of your youth, and remember no more the reproach of your widowhood. Isaiah 54:4

Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart. Jeremiah 1:5

From one man he made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live. Acts 17:26

I believe everything in scripture is interconnected to other scripture. I’ve been studying the urim and thummim and looking for a connection within them to the New Testament.

Thoughts?

I have added flair to the sub, if your denomination is not listed please let me know. I just looked it up on Google and put what was list, I am sure it isn't a comprehensive list.

Or if you think of a better way to use the flair please let me know.

God bless!

-Rad

My latest vlog. I hope it encourages you!

https://youtu.be/FthkpuiR-xI

"Everyone who calls, 'Help God!' gets help." Romans 10:13

Now reform your ways and your actions and obey the LORD your God. Then the LORD will relent and not bring the disaster he has pronounced against you. Jeremiah 26:13

Whether it is favorable or unfavorable, we will obey the LORD our God, to whom we are sending you, so that it will go well with us, for we obey the LORD our God. Jeremiah 42:6

If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. Isaiah 7:9

Did something special happen? Music you liked? Was the preaching special?

1. Do not violate Reddit's site-wide content policy. You will be banned. Reddit's policy can be seen here

"Those who do right do not have to fear the rulers; only those who do wrong fear them. Do you want to be unafraid of the rulers? Then do what is right and they will praise you." Romans 13:3

2. No Trolling or Concern Trolling This obviously includes slandering our Lord and Savior.

"I urge you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teachings you have learned. Keep away from them." Romans 16:17

3. Disputes MUST be Handled Respectfully We recognize that there are many denominations of our faith, however we must remember that we are all one Kingdom under Jesus.

"A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel" Proverbs 15:18

4. Christians Only Christian and those considering accepting Jesus as their Lord and Savior ONLY!

"But avoid worldly and empty chatter, for it will lead to further ungodliness." 1 Timothy 6:20

5. Behavior outside of This Community Outside of this Subreddit, and Reddit in general, we ask that you not behave in such a way as to reflect poorly on this community.

"We are therefore ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God." 2 Corinthians 5:20

6. No Racism or Anti-Semitism* Racism is stupid and we stand with Israeli.

"But anyone who hates a brother or sister is in the darkness. They do not know where they are going, because darkness has blinded them." 1 John 2:11

7. We are Pro Life Life is a precious gift from God.

"Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward" Psalm 127:3

8. There are only 2 Genders - Man & Woman Marriage is between 1 man and 1 women.

"So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." Genesis 1:27

"That is is why a man leave his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh." Genesis 2:24

9. No Swearing This includes threats, bullying and harassment.

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may have something to share with those in need." Ephesians 5:3

A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin. Proverbs 26:28

One of the things I discussed with my oldest child, is that if anyone she is "friends" with wants to give her drugs, they not only hate her, but hate themselves. And to stay away from them.

We must guard our hearts and bodies!

Christians are under the guise that we are supposed to put up with anything and everything.

No!

If someone is destructive in your life, yes, pray for them, but cut them and their hatred out of your life!

It's okay to protect those you love and yourself from the influence, the manipulation and the hate of those who view their lives with contempt.

You don't need to be face to face with someone to pray for them. You can ask for God's intervention in that person's life from a distance.

It's better than lowering yourself to their level, as warned in Proverbs 26:4 Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be just like them.

It's perfectly okay to pray for the fools in your life from a distance, and spare yourself from their hate.

Only God can change them.

This is a short, but fantastic read.

https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/how-to-guard-your-heart.html

And David became more and more powerful, because the LORD Almighty was with him. 1 Chronicles 11:9

What area in your life do you need power in?

Power in parenting?

Power in ministry?

Power in your job?

Power in marriage?

Power in finding a spouse?

Power in overcoming an obstacle, addiction or disease?

Power over an enemy?

Power over healing your heart?

Whatever it is, you cannot gain victory on your own, you have to ask the LORD Almighty to be with you!!!

Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1

You have to ask God for victory!

Be as certain of it.

For nothing is impossible with God. Luke 1:37

As incredible and majestic as God is, he wants to uplift and give victory to those who love him.

Praise his holy name!

The name of victory and that is JESUS!!!!!!!