FOR THE SAINTS: There is a plan, a purpose, and a destiny

Yahweh has a plan!  Its existence has been obscured due to the incorrect translation of the Greek word, aion. (Strong’s 165)  This truth is revealed in Ephesians 3:11.

But first, let us review how the King James Version translates this verse: “According to the eternal (aion) purpose.”

For a contrast, let us review how the Rotherham translation presents this verse: “According to the plan of the ages.”

The King James Version usually translates aion as eternal or for ever.  The better and correct translation of aion is provided consistently and correctly by Rotherham. I encourage you to do your own study of how aion (Strong’s 165) and aionian (166) actually exist in the Greek.

To aid you in your study, you may wish to refer to this website:

http://www.tentmaker.org/books/aion.html.  The article name is “Ages or Eternity and the King James Version.”

Yahweh is not the author of confusion. (1Corinthians 14: 33)  Yahweh has allowed Satan to perform this task. Satan is a liar (John 8:44) and he uses lies to spread confusion. His confusion allows for the appearance of a random, not well-thought-out existence on the earth.

Your knowledge of the “plan of the ages” is vital to your understanding of what is unfolding at this time. The Rotherham translation is very helpful in this effort. It is not a perfect translation, but does have some truth. The author’s insight into the Hebrew word, olam and Greek word, aion, is very revealing.

Now, we know there is a plan, but is there a purpose to this plan? Yes! Please read what Paul tells us in second Timothy 1:9:  “Who hath saved us, and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace.”

Notice this is “his own purpose” and not “our purpose.”  Our carnal nature wants to do it our way, but we must humble ourselves and submit ourselves to his purpose.  By praying for truth to Yahweh and seeking his will for you is the best way to determine his purpose for you. If you are being called and chosen, the next step would be to accept a baptism in the name of YahwehShua. Once you have the Spirit of Messiah being formed within you, his plan and purpose will become much clearer to you.

Being in Messiah means that at baptism in YahwehShua and with the laying on of hands (Acts 8: 18), you will receive the freely given Spirit of the Father.  His spirit will then plant the seed that will lead to the formation of the Spirit of Messiah within you.  You are not given the full Spirit of Messiah; that must be formed over time. (Galatians 4: 19)  The development of the Spirit within you is what we call overcoming.

If upon death you have the fully formed Spirit of Messiah within you, you will be in the better resurrection.  You must have His Spirit to be resurrected by Messiah. (Romans 8: 9-10)

Only 144,000 Saints will be resurrected with Messiah returns.  (Revelation 14:1)  Many are called but few are chosen. (Matthew 20:16)   All saints are called and chosen before the foundation of the world. (Ephesians 1: 4-5)

The very fact that you have been drawn to this website is probably an indication that you were being called. What will you do with this calling?  That is your decision to make!

 We have a plan and a purpose. What about our destiny?   Peter offers this insight: 1 Peter 2:5: “Ye also, as lively stones, are built up as a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to Yahweh by YahwehShua Messiah.”

1 Peter 2:9:  “But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that should shew forth the praise of him who has called you out of darkness into his indwelling light.”

You are being called not to just practice a religion. You have been selected before the foundation of the world to be ROYALTY, functioning as Yahweh’s priesthood! For further confirmation of this reality, please review Revelation 1:6 and 5:10.

You may be on the path to be a priest in Yahweh’s kingdom. Paul was on the path to be the high priest among the Jews, but was redirected to be a priest to Yahweh. You may have a path chosen for yourself. But this may be the time for you to be redirected to the opportunity of a lifetime.

Please give this opportunity very careful consideration.  Pray to Yahweh for truth fervently and study his Word. We at the Light of YahwehShua are the servants of Yahweh.  It is our commission to help those Yahweh refers to us. We do not proselytize, coerce or pressure anyone. The Father does the calling. (John 6:44)  We strive to follow his lead. Will you?

You have no obligation to us. Please ask for our assistance and we will do what the Father allows us to do. Contact our elders today to learn more about this exciting destiny and journey.  If you wish to submit a question or comment, please email our Elder at john12e4567@gmail.com. May Yahweh bless your efforts!

TUTANKHAMUN: AN EGYPTIAN FIRSTBORN SON KILLED BY YAHWEH

We have just completed the observance of Passover and the Days of Unleavened Bread.  It was during this time that I received an advertisement from the local science museum that they were soon to host an exhibit of artifacts from the tomb of Tutankhamun, also known as “King Tut”.  On the front of the brochure was the picture of the beautiful golden mask that was discovered on his mummy. I have always been drawn to Egyptian history and especially the golden mask discovered when the coffin of Tutankhamun was opened. This mask has become an iconic example of the wealth and glory of the Egyptian pharaohs.

Many scholars believe that Tutankhamun was the firstborn son of the pharaoh, who would not release the Israelites and therefore suffered the loss of his son during the tenth plague. For background on this period in history, I’m going to refer you to the Old Testament book of Exodus and the following two websites:

http://www.ronwyatt.com/the_egyptian_dynasty_of_the_exodus.html

http://ezinearticles.com/?mystery-solved---boy-king-tuts-magnificent-tomb---exodus-miracles-affirmed!&id=1780786

Howard Carter discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922. That tomb was to be the most complete collection of Egyptian funerary artifacts ever found that was preserved for the world to see.

A focus of the pharaohs of Egypt was to prepare for death. They wanted to live after death. They had a belief system that if they were properly embalmed, entombed with things they would need in the afterlife, and kept their name alive, they would live again. This belief system has left us many clues about the pharaohs and their culture.

The tomb of Tutankhamun gives us a wonderful view into the Egyptian culture of the 18th dynasty. I wonder why it was preserved for us?  It had been broken into by grave robbers as so many other tombs had been. However, in this case, they were unsuccessful in their efforts, which has benefited us. The information you will find on the Ron Wyatt website will give you a depth of insight that will greatly supplement your appreciation for what Yahweh tells us about the exodus.

Yahweh wanted us to have extra biblical evidence of what happened in Egypt during the 10 plagues. Egypt was a great and powerful nation but Yahweh humbled it. When you look at the tomb and mummy, you are looking at the remains of the firstborn son of pharaoh who died the night of Passover. His father was a victim as well. The pharaoh died in the Sea of Reeds (often called the Red Sea) along with his mighty army when the walls of water came down upon them.

Where is Tutankhamun today?  Is he in heaven?  The bible would disprove that.  John 3:13 tells us this: “and no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of Man which is in heaven.”

Is he in hell?  The Old Testament Scriptures do not have a concept of hell but only the grave. In Ecclesiastes 3:19 we are told that death is the same for man and beast. In the Ecclesiastes 9:5 we are told that, “the dead know not anything.”

The Old Testament Scriptures shed light on how death is perceived in another way. In Kings 2:10, we are informed that David died and that he, “slept with his fathers.” No references are made to a life in death, heaven or hell.  Abraham was, “gathered to his people.”  We are informed that these leading figures of the Old Testament are simply in the grave.

We learn more about the fate of the dead in 1 Corinthians 15:22:  “In Christ shall all be made alive.”  King Tut is sleeping in his grave but he will live again! All mankind will be resurrected. Turn again to 1 Corinthians 15, and this time verse 23, which tells us:  “Every man in his own order:  Christ the first fruits; afterward they that or Christ’s at his coming.” 

All those who have died are still dead! Tutankhamun, his mother, his father, and all the people alive during the 18th dynasty are dead. They know nothing. They are not conscious. Whether you are a slave, or a pharaoh or even an animal, all die and go to the grave.

However, the animals are not resurrected. All mankind who has ever lived or were conceived will live again. This includes aborted babies as well. All mankind will be resurrected.

Even the prophet Daniel knew he would be resurrected. (Daniel 12:13)  Paul also taught us about being resurrected in first Corinthians 15. The apostle John revealed more in Revelation 20. These are all worth reading. Christians are urged to read these Scriptures especially because they have received false teaching about eternal torture in hell or immediately going to heaven after death.

It is interesting that Yahweh preserved the tomb of Tutankhamun.  I am certain this was done to remind us about the 10 plagues and how he humbled the mighty nation of Egypt.  He is reminding us of the fate of the Egyptian firstborn on that Passover night. The book of Exodus teaches us much about the fate of the Israelites’ firstborn. They lived, while the Egyptian firstborn all perished, including the royalty.

The concept of being firstborn is very important to Yahweh. A firstborn Israelite son received a special status and benefits. (Deuteronomy 21: 17)  The 144,000 firstborn children of Yahweh also have a special status.  James 1: 18 declares that we are a type of firstfruit. We have this status because of the Spirit of Messiah being formed within us from the time we are baptized. Just as Messiah is a firstfruit or firstborn, we will have that same status at the better resurrection. Paul confirms this in Romans 8:29: “For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren.”

Because Messiah is firstborn we too have that same status through him. John reminds us of this in first John 3:2:  “Beloved, now are we the sons of Yahweh, and it does not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.” We too are firstfruits and new creations.

As firstborn of Yahweh through Messiah, we will be in the first or better resurrection. Who will be resurrected when Messiah returns?  The 144,000 saints will be with him.  The saints are those who are called, chosen and faithful. They will reign with him for 1000 years here on earth after his return. The saints will judge angels and all mankind during the general resurrection or the last great day. The saints also will be with him in New Jerusalem when the new heavens and earth are created.

King Tutankhamun will not be in that first resurrection. He was royalty with special benefits on earth, but he will have a different status in that resurrection. While he was not called by Yahweh to be in the first resurrection, your reading of this article may be your calling to consider a special opportunity that Yahweh has reserved for you.

Out of all the billions of people since Adam there will only be 144,000 in the better resurrection. (Hebrews 11: 35)  Would you like to be considered for one of these very rare and special positions?

The saints will, “inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:” (Matthew 25:34) Paul confirms this in Ephesians 1:4: “He hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world.”  The 144,000 saints are not an afterthought or a great idea that was developed at a later time. From the very beginning it was Yahweh’s intention to create new family members, his firstborn.

How can you become one of the special firstborn beings? Before I answer this question, let’s look at a warning that Matthew gives us in Matthew 20: 16: “many be called but few are chosen”. John tells us that only the Father does the calling. (John 6: 44, 65)  John adds to this understanding by informing us that Messiah does the choosing.  (John 15: 16)

Peter tells us we are a royal priesthood. (1 Peter 2:9) Tutankhamun was royalty as well. However, he was of an earthly or physical royalty, who was assigned to this special status by birth. The saints are a spiritual royalty who have been called and chosen to be born again with this special status.

However, there is an additional requirement. Not only must you be called and chosen, but also faithful. (Revelation 17: 14)  You must overcome. (Revelation 3: 21) But before you worry about overcoming, you must first determine if you are being called and chosen.

How do you do this? You must first pray to Yahweh for truth. Next you must ask, seek, and knock. (Matthew 7: 7)  We are here to guide you through this process of discovery. This may lead you to baptism in the name of YahwehShua. Once you have accepted your calling, you must then be baptized. It is at that time that the Spirit of the Father is freely given to you and plants the seed of the Son within you. It is the formation of YahwehShua within you that will allow you to be resurrected when he returns. 

Please note that baptism in the name of a man is not acceptable. Only baptism in the inherited name of YahwehShua allows you to begin the race to the better resurrection. Please read the other articles on this website and consider asking for our guidance.

“Narrow is the way.”  (Matthew 7:14)  This is referring to the way to the better resurrection. That is the only path reserved for the 144,000 royal saints.

“Broad is the way.” (Matthew 7:13)  This refers to the path assigned to King Tutankhamun. All mankind, except for the saints will be taking this path. During the general resurrection, the saints will identify those who will later join the firstborn in New Jerusalem during their judgment.  Those not selected for New Jerusalem will go first into the lake of fire (Gehenna) and then resurrected into the new heavens and earth.   They will live outside the walls of New Jerusalem. (Revelation 22: 15)  Not one human being who ever lived is lost! What a loving Creator.

There is much to consider here! The first step is baptism in YahwehShua.

Consider Tutankhamun.   Do you want his type of royalty? How about an eternal royalty? (Revelation 20: 6)

If you have found this website, it is probably not by chance. This is possibly your invitation from Father Yahweh. Please pray for truth in the name of Father Yahweh and consider carefully what you are being offered.

If we can be of help, please let us know. We have been chosen to lead others, perhaps you!

 If you wish to submit a question or comment, please email our Elder at john12e4567@gmail.com.

WE ARE NOT A CHURCH!

Are you seeking truth? Are you dissatisfied with mainstream religious organizations? Does the Bible not seem to communicate to you? What are you going to do?  Yes, you could give up, but perhaps, deeper study and scriptural truth might help!

The Bible says: “for many be called, but few chosen.” (Matthew 20: 16)  We are also told: “because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.”  According to what we just read from the Bible, you are seeking something that is very elusive.  You are seeking something that is not easy to find. The very fact that you are interested in looking beyond the obvious answers sets you apart.

I was raised in a church. I spent years not being satisfied with the teachings of many different churches. When I expanded my search beyond the churches and other major religious groups, I began to find what had eluded me for so long.

I have found my home with the Light of YahwehShua. We are not a church but a fellowship of faith. Please review our website and consider taking advantage of the guidance offered by one of our elders. There never is any obligation.

When I cried out for truth many years ago, I was desperate and afraid. In hindsight, that was the real beginning of my search for truth. But many years of searching were still ahead of me.

It was much later in life that I was given a shortcut that would reveal the truth more quickly. I want to share this with you and perhaps it will open your mind to a better understanding more quickly.

Today the Internet can be a very valuable resource for exploration and research. However, one must be very careful, as there is much more than just truth available. There are many lies and deceptions as well.

 I am going to introduce you to an article, “Prove All Things” by a brother in the faith, George Gabler, who taught me the truth of YahwehShua. I will summarize some key points of this article, but please go to this website for the complete article:  http://kahalyahweh.net/articles/notes-on-prove-all-things.html.

If the Father is calling you at this time, this information could put you on a faster track. (John 6: 44, 65)

You must be willing to prove all things. (1 Thessalonians 5:21)  Mr. Gabler expands on this insight in the following way:

·      To prove all things does not mean getting instant understanding.  Be patient and     persistent.

·      If you do not understand, give it time. Set it aside, take a break and then continue later.

·      Search ALL Scriptures.

·      Do not rely on definitions or translations that support doctrine. Give the scriptures a chance to tell their own story and not just man’s perspective.

The most important first step is to pray to Yahweh for truth. You want HIS truth rather than man’s interpretation.  Paul tells us in Romans 8:7 that: “The carnal mind is enmity against Elohim.”  Our mind is not naturally open to Yahweh’s truth. He must allow our minds to be opened. Do you remember what we found in John 6:44, 65?  Unless the Father calls us, it is not our time and we will not be able to grasp the truth.

It is important not to just read translations and accept what they say. For example the word, church, is not scriptural. It has pagan origins. This is also true of Christmas, Easter, and hell.

Any organization that calls itself a church is not where you will find the truth you need. I’m going to give you some websites that will offer you a deeper understanding of what the word church really means.

I’m going to introduce you to the first website by quoting from their article, “Words with Heathen Origins in the Scriptures.”

“This is the word used in most English versions as a rendering of the Greek “Ekklesia.” The Greek word means “a calling out,” “a meeting,” or “a gathering.” Ekklesia is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew kahal, which means an assembly or a congregation.

The origin of the word “church” is kuriakon or kyriakon in Greek. The meaning is a building (the house of Kurios, or Lord).

Dictionaries give the origin of “church” as the Anglo-Saxon root, circe. Circe was the goddess-daughter of Helios, the Sun-deity. The word circe is related to “circus,”  “circle,” “circuit,” and “circulate.”

Circe was originally a Greek goddess whose name was written and pronounced as Kirke. The word “church” is known in Scotland as kirk, in Germany as kirche,  and in Netherlands as kerk.”

http://tyndalearchive.com/scriptures/compare/heathena.htm.

Here is a list of other websites that will provide more historical background and a deeper insight into the pagan origins of the word church.   Once you understand that the word church is based on a lie, how can the organization with this name lead you to truth?

Christ’s Ekklesia and the Church Compared

https://ecclesia.org/truth/ecclesia.html

Circe (CHURCH)---Daughter of the Sun

http://www.tentmaker.org/DEW/DEW2/ D2-circedaughtertofthe sun.html

“Church” is not in the New Testament

http://messiahsmandate.org/thetruth-behind-the-word-church/

The Origin of the Word“Church “ (updated)

Http://www.therealchurch.com/articles/the_word_that_changed_the_world.html

This is a fascinating search. It is exciting to find the actual truth behind a certain word or concept. To find the path to the truth, you must develop the skills of a detective.

There is no translation of the Hebrew or Greek scriptures that I have found to be 100% accurate. For example, I was raised to read and accept the King James Version of the Bible. However, when I was led to look up the word, “LORD”, I discovered that it was not a proper translation of the Hebrew name for my Creator.  His name is Yahweh. His name is also known as the Tetragrammaton because it is composed of four Hebrew letters: yod, hey, waw, hey.  Without his name you cannot find your way to the full truth.

We read in Joel 2: 32 that: “Whosoever shall call on the name of Yahweh shall be delivered:” However, when you look in the King James Bible, the word is “LORD.” It is important to know the actual name of the person you are calling upon. A fictitious representation is not enough.

This is a very small beginning. There is much yet to learn. But it is a beginning! If you were being called, Yahweh will lead you. Take this one-day at a time. Pray daily multiple times each day to Yahweh for truth. At least now you know the correct name. When I cried for help I knew only the word, “god.” It was worthless!

In the book of Acts 2: 37, we are told that on Pentecost many of those present asked this question of Peter and the Apostles:  “Men and brethren what shall we do?”  They heard the truth and that was a beginning. But action was required. What did they need to do next?

Peter gave them an answer that is recorded in verse 38: “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name....” I did not reveal the name, did I?  Why did I do this?  Any name that you find in your Bible translation or any Bible translations I’ve seen is not the true name. You must have the correct name.

This is where you must read the other articles on this website to understand what the proper name is for baptism. Without the correct name for baptism, it is a wasted effort.

Churches and most assemblies or congregations do not have the correct name. Mainstream religious groups do not understand the significance of Deuteronomy 29:20, which says: “All the curses that are written in this book shall lie upon him and Yahweh shall blot out his name from under heaven.”

A correct understanding of this verse is especially necessary to understand what we are told in Galatians 3:13: “Messiah hath redeemed us from the curse of the law.”  What were we redeemed from?  His name was blotted out, instead of ours. All mankind will NOT have their names blotted out. Only His name is blotted out. All mankind will be resurrected and not one will be lost.

Why is this important?  Messiah’s human name was erased or blotted out when he died in our sin.  Therefore he had to inherit a new name when he was resurrected.  (Hebrews 1: 4)  You must understand that he inherited a new name to understand the significance of the book of Acts 4:12 that tells us: “There is no other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.” The world does not know this. They hold on to his human name:  Jesus, Yahshua, Yeshua, Yahushua --pick one. It doesn’t really matter which of these names you select, they are all incorrect. Baptism in any of these names is worthless.

Religion has lied to you. Churches lie to you. You need to seek the less traveled path. You need to pray to Yahweh for truth!

Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 2:14 that: “The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of Yahweh.”  So, what makes the difference?  Paul gives us the answer in verse 16: “We have the mind of Messiah.”  How do I develop the mind of Messiah?

When we are baptized in YahwehShua, the Father freely gives us his Spirit. That Spirit plants the seed of Messiah’s Spirit within us.  From that spiritual seed, the mind of Messiah develops. It is His mind in us that leads us into all truth, not our natural or carnal mind. Paul confirms this in Romans 8:9: “If any man have not the Spirit of Messiah, he is none of His.”

Studying the Bible is like putting a puzzle together. You build a true picture piece by piece. This secret is revealed in Isaiah 28:9-10; “Whom shall he teach knowledge? And who shall he make to understand doctrine?  Them that are weaned from the milk, and drawn from the breasts.  For precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little.”

Just reading the Bible will not by itself lead you to the truth. You must study and put the pieces together. Once again, it is not you but the leading of the Father’s spirit. Once you have the seed of the Spirit of Messiah being formed in you, it is not about you, but Messiah in you. (Galatians 4: 19)

The Light of YahwehShua is a resource provided to you by the Father. It is a source through which you may receive His invitation.  It is not about us. You owe us nothing. We are here to serve Him and do his will.  Contact us when you’re ready and tell us how we can be of service.  If you wish to submit a question or comment, please email our Elder at john12e4567@gmail.com. And always, pray to Yahweh for truth!

What is the Curse of the Law? (It may not be what you think!)

Paul tells us in Galatians 3:13 that, “Messiah hath redeemed us from the curse of the law.“

What does this mean?

If you look on the Internet for answers, a selection of what you might find is listed below: (without editing)

1.    “The curse to which Paul refers is nothing less than exposure to the unmitigated wrath of God Almighty.”

www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/the-curse-of-the-law

2.    “The ‘Curse of the Law’ was death, which was needed to be paid for sin.”

https://biblethingsinbibleways.wordpress.com/2014/04/26/is-gods-law-a-curse/

3.    “Christians are not under the law”

“To be under the law means that a person is under the power of the law to judge and condemn anyone who breaks the law….”  “Since Christians have died with him, they are no longer under the law because he who has died is freed from the law.”

https://carm.org/are-christians-under-the-law

4.    “We’re free from the law!”

https://www.4-14.org.uk/wer-free-from-the-law

5.    “The judgment due to us for our sin is removed when we believe in Christ.”

http://letusreason.org/wf47.htm

The above citations give you a variety of opinions about what people consider the curse to be. The purpose of this article is not to analyze these other perspectives. Let us consider, instead, what the Bible tells us.

We are all physically dying because the wages of sin is death. (1 John 3: 4)  This is an experience that all people have in common. Therefore, Messiah did not redeem us from death. So death is not the curse that Paul is referring to in Galatians 3:13.

 So, what is the curse?

Let us look to Deuteronomy 29:20 for the biblical answer:

“Yahweh will not spare him, but then the anger of Yahweh and his jealousy shall smoke against that man, and all the curses that are written in this book shall lie upon him, and Yahweh shall blot out his name from under heaven.”

This verse indicates that the penalty for someone dying in sin, according to the law, is to have his or her name blotted out of the book of life. Now, this is a clear statement from the Bible. This is not taught by Christian writers that I have read. The curse then is having your name removed from the book of life.

 How did Messiah redeem us from this curse? He became sin!   Paul confirms this in second Corinthians 5:21:  “For he hath made him [to be was added, it is not in the Greek] sin for us.”

The prophet, Isaiah, also confirms this in the book of Isaiah 53:6:

“Yahweh hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.” All of the sins of mankind were placed on Messiah. This is why John can tell us, “the blood of Yahshua Messiah his son cleanseth us from all sin.” (1 John 1: 7)

Not one human being, except for Messiah, died in sin. We all die, but only Messiah died in sin. Death was not the curse. The curse was having your name blotted out for dying in sin.

Paul informs us that Messiah was, “made under the law”. (Galatians 4: 14)  He therefore had to die according to the law. In death, his blood absorbed all sin, our sin. Messiah did not sin. (1 Peter 2:22)  Therefore, he took on the curse of the law because of our sin. This freed each of us from suffering this same curse. Only Messiah had his name blotted out from the book of life.

Why is it important for us to know that the curse he suffered was the blotting out of his name? Because we need to know precisely what, “name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.” (Acts 4: 12)  It is the name by which we must be baptized. (Acts 2: 38)  Simon Magus learned how precise the process of baptism was. (Acts 8: 18)  Yahweh is not the author of confusion. (1 Corinthians 14: 33)  You must follow the exact instructions given for baptism for it to be valid. This includes using the correct name.

Is the name for baptism Yahshua? No, that name was blotted out. The Messiah had the human name Yahshua when he died on the tree. It was that name which was blotted out. Any human name he had was blotted out. Whatever human name you choose to call him, Jesus, Yeshua, or Yahushua does not make a difference. It is gone, blotted out by the law.

In death he lost his human name. When resurrected, did he have a name? Paul reveals that he did have a name in the resurrection. He tells us this in Hebrews 1: 4: “ he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.”  Yes, we must know that name. Peter’s declaration about baptism came after the resurrection of Messiah, so that is the name we need. When Peter spoke to us in the book of Acts, the human name of Messiah was already blotted out. He had to have meant the inherited name.

Now Paul tells us that the inherited name is more excellent. What name was considered excellent? The answer is found in Psalm 148:13: “Let them praise the name of Yahweh: for his name alone is excellent;” We are told the name of Yahweh alone is excellent. The only name that the Messiah could inherit is Yahweh.

Now, perhaps you see why it is important to know what the curse of the law really is.  If you do not know what the true curse is then you cannot understand that Messiah needed to inherit a new name. Without that knowledge you will seek baptism in the wrong or human name of the Messiah. You must get it right. You must be baptized in the name of life, YAHWEHSHUA. The name of Yahshua identifies the blood poured out after death, which absorbed all sin. Yahshua is the name of death.

Salvation in the name of Yahweh is not only revealed in the New Testament. The prophet Joel knew this when he wrote in Joel 2:32: “whosoever shall call on the name of Yahweh shall be delivered.” Paul confirms this when he quoted Joel in Romans 10:13: “for whosoever shall call on the name of Yahweh shall be saved.” The King James translation does not give you the truth. The English says LORD, while in Hebrew the name is Yahweh.

Messiah warned us in Luke 11:52 that the key of knowledge has been removed. The King James translation did not quote the Hebrew words correctly in that verse from Joel. They used LORD instead of the name of Yahweh.  The Greek translation of Romans 10:13 perpetuated that error by using Lord.

Messiah gave us this important insight in John 8:32: “and ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” It is truth that gives us life, not a lie. The human name, Yahshua, is not the name by which we are to be baptized. That would be a lie. The inherited name of YAHWEHSHUA is that true name for baptism. We can only be saved by this name. We are saved by the truth!

There is much more to the truth than this short article reveals. I urge you to read the other articles on this website. Before you do, pray to Yahweh for truth.  Only he can reveal it to you. (John 6: 44)

I encourage you to read critically. Don’t just accept what is written. Look up the Bible references. Send us your questions. But most of all, pray for truth to Yahweh. We are dedicated to help you find the truth. You have no obligation to us. This is a matter that is between you and Yahweh. We are his servants and seek only to do his will.

Remember Matthew 7:7-8:  “ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.  For everyone that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; And to him that knocketh it shall be opened.”

This is a promise from the Messiah. He does not lie and will not mislead you. Give him a chance. Ask the Father for truth and pray fervently.  Yes, get down on your knees and cry out to the Father for his truth. This is what I had to do.  Be persistent and don’t give up! May Yahweh bless your efforts.

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Who is the Father of "Fake News"?

As I write this following the 2016 presidential election, the term “fake news” is used frequently. Both the Democrats and Republicans claim that their candidates are victims of “fake news”. The Democrats believe their candidate lost because of “fake news”. The Republicans believe that their candidate’s election is marginalized by “fake news”.

“Fake news” is information that is presented as being truthful but in fact is not. It is accepted as true because of the authority of the source, rather than the content. People assume that the source is credible and would have verified its information before being revealed to the public. Many would define this as propaganda. Dictionary.com offers this definition of propaganda:  “information, ideas, or rumors deliberately spread widely to help or harm a person, group, movement, institution, etc.”

Actually “fake news” or propaganda is not a new concept. Messiah gave us this insight in John 8:44:

“Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speak in a lie, he speaking of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it.”

Now we understand from THE most credible source of information, which is Yahshua, the Son of Yahweh, what the origin of “fake news”, propaganda or simply lies, actually is.

Satan, the father of lies, originated “fake news” in the Garden of Eden. Please review this exchange between Satan and Eve in Genesis 3: 1-4:

“Now the serpent was more subtle than any beast of the field which Yahweh Elohim had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath Elohim said, ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden?  And the woman said unto the serpent, we may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden.  But of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, Elohim hath said, ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die.  And the serpent said unto the woman, ye shall not surely die;”

Satan’s answer was very deceptive. He was referring to spiritual existence, not physical. They did not die physically until much later, which gave them the false idea that the fruit must be acceptable after all, since they did not die immediately. His “fake news” given to Eve became the basis for the doctrine of the immortal soul.

Eve was not able to discern the falseness of the narrative presented by Satan. Why would she trust a serpent? However, the Hebrew word being translated as “snake” is a mistranslation. Satan was a shining being, not a serpent. [1]   Satan was actually an attractive cherub with a lovely voice. Notice this description of Satan in Ezekiel 28: 11-15: 

“Moreover the word of Yahweh came unto me, saying, son of man, take up a lamentation upon the king of Tyrus, and say under him, thus saith the sovereign Yahweh; thou sealest the sum, full of wisdom, and perfect in beauty.  Thou has been in Eden the garden of Elohim; every precious stone was thy covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamonds, the beryl, the onyx, and the jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, And gold: the workmanship of thy taberets and of thy pipes was prepared in the day that thou wast created. Thou  art the anointed cherub that covereth ; and I have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of Elohim; thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire.  Thou was perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee.”

Eve did not have a chance. She was distracted by the beauty of the messenger and therefore regarded the message as credible. This is the basis of “fake news“.  The source becomes more significant than the message. This is why we cannot assume truth without careful consideration.

You have come to this website looking for more information about religious knowledge. Our source is the Bible. It should be yours as well. The Bible is venerated for its age and is a recognized authority. But, you should not assume just because it is called the Bible that it always contains the truth.

There are many different translations. Each have their strengths and weaknesses, including the King James version which is highly respected.  One very significant weakness is that it does not retain the name of the creator, Yahweh. The KJV uses “LORD” instead of the Hebrew name, Yahweh.  Instead of Elohim, mighty ones, it uses G-d. This also is deceptive. G-d refers to a pagan or demonic being. This is supported by the Septuagint (commonly referred to as the LXX) translation of Isaiah 65:11, which uses the word “troop” while the LXX translates the same Hebrew word as ton demoni, the devil.

The covert elimination of the name, Yahweh, is very serious. The KJV translators are guilty of what Messiah accused the Pharisees of doing. Messiah said this to the Pharisees in Luke 11:52:  “Woe unto you, lawyers! For ye hath taken away the key of knowledge.”

Messiah was referring to the tradition of the Pharisees not to speak the name of Yahweh. They considered it too sacred. However, this did not come from Yahweh’s word, but from man. The Christian translators adopted this “ineffable name” doctrine and followed in the footsteps of the Pharisees. This ineffable name concept is another example of  “fake news”.  The power of the Pharisees gave it credibility, even though the content was worthless.

There is much information on this website to consider. But do not accept it as truth without prayer and study.  Pray for truth to Yahweh and ask for his guidance.

There is a book titled Shocked by the Bible, written by Joe Kovacs, which points out many misconceptions about the Bible.  Kovacs is a journalist and does not appear to have a denominational agenda. It could be helpful in your study of what is truth in the Bible and what people think the Bible says.

It is also helpful to utilize a Strong’s Concordance for better understanding. It is a great source for fact- checking. When the KJV Bible uses LORD in the Old Testament, look for that word in a Strong’s Concordance. You will find the number 3068. This number represents the Tetragrammaton, Yod Hey Wah Hey, or Yahweh. The English translators ignored the Hebrew word and instead followed the Jewish ineffable name doctrine by using a substitute word. They followed in the footsteps of Satan and his deceptive ways.

When you read Kovacs' book, you will find many revelations about the Bible. That is only a beginning. This is why you must pray for truth to Yahweh. The saving knowledge you need is only revealed by the Father. If He is not calling you at this time, you will be unable to go very far.  (John 6: 44)

We are not calling you. We are not trying to save souls or build membership. We are here to obey the Father and help those He sends us. Should you have questions, please ask. You are never under any obligation to us. We are here because the Father has allowed us to be. He may have directed you to us because he has an invitation for you.

1. Pray for truth to Yahweh!

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[1]  Bullinger’s Companion Bible, appendix 19, titled, The Serpent of Genesis 3,  says this:  “The Hebrew word rendered serpent in Genesis 3: 1is Nachash (from the root Nachash, to shine), and means a shining one.”

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