Creation Story youtube.com
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1) All that was created was created by the Word, who later became Jesus Christ. (John 1:1) As God laid the foundations of the earth, “the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy.” (Job 38:4-7) All was very good! (Genesis 1:31) But then, something happened. The earth became…
The Holy Day Satan Hates Most – David Treybig lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
4 weeks ago in Atonement
The Day of Atonement, or Yom Kippur, is a holy day focusing on humanity’s reconciliation with God. The word “atonement” means making amends or restoring a relationship. This day signifies the time when the whole world will have the opportunity to be reconciled to God after Jesus Christ returns (Romans 5:10). Christians today can seek forgiveness through repentance (1 John 1:9), but the Day of…
Godly Justice leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
4 weeks ago in Atonement
Administering justice is a key theme in the Bible. God expects His people to practice justice, as seen in scriptures like 1 Corinthians 6:2-3, where saints are called to judge the world and even angels. The question for us is: are we practicing justice in our daily lives? In the business world, justice often aligns with legality—what is lawful is deemed just. However, laws can…
Ideological Subversion – Marshall Stiver leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Human Beings
In a 38-year-old interview, former KGB spy Yuri Bezmenov warned that the U.S. could be undermined through a process of ideological subversion. He explained that this method would change Americans’ perception of reality, making them unable to protect their country, families, and communities. Bezmenov outlined four stages: demoralization, destabilization, crisis, and normalization. The demoralization phase separates people from God, leaving them to rely on their…
The Trinity: What Is It? – Larry Neff lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Trinity
The doctrine of the Trinity, a core belief of the Roman Catholic Church and most Protestant denominations, is considered essential to the Christian faith by many. However, its origins and scriptural support raise important questions. The Trinity is not found in the Bible but was a concept developed over centuries. Around A.D. 180, Theophilus of Antioch first mentioned the term, though his description of “God,…
The Fall Festivals – Jerold Aust ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Holy Days
Long before modern maps, people used creative methods to represent their world. For example, the Marshall Islanders crafted stick charts to depict winds and wave patterns, while Eskimos carved coastal maps from ivory, and early Europeans sketched maps on cave walls. The concept of mapping is deeply human, representing a form of communication and understanding. Even today, we use the term “map” to describe plans…
Why Israel? leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Kingdom
Discussing “Why Israel?” in a non-church environment can be uncomfortable due to its association with British-Israelism, a belief that Britain’s people descend from ancient Israel. This ideology, tied to notions of racial superiority and colonialism, has been discredited by historians and is widely considered racist. British-Israelism has also influenced extremist movements like “Christian Identity” and “Serpent Seed,” which promote white supremacy and distort biblical teachings…
The Sabbath Controversy – Richard F. Ames thebiblesaysthat.com
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Weekly Sabbath
Different religions have distinct days of worship: most Christians observe Sunday, Muslims worship on Friday, and Jews keep the Sabbath from Friday evening to Saturday evening. But does it matter which day we observe? And does God care when we worship, as long as we do? Many Christians accept their traditions without questioning them. I used to do the same until I asked, “Why do…
Thou Shalt Not Steal youtu.be
In a world where traditional moral foundations are increasingly questioned, the relevance of ancient wisdom might surprise you. Take the Eighth Commandment: “Thou shalt not steal.” This simple directive isn’t just about preventing theft—it’s about unlocking profound real-world benefits. Theft costs society more than just money. The annual losses are staggering, but the indirect costs—security, insurance, and lost trust—are even greater. Imagine a world where…
Integrity youtube.com
The Bible has a lot to say about the impact leaders have on the well-being of their people. In Proverbs 29:4, it says, “By justice a king gives a country stability, but one who is greedy for bribes tears it down.” So, looking at the world today, how do our leaders stack up against this standard? Proverbs 6:16-19 spells out seven things that can lead…
Gnosticism: Why John Wrote 1 John – Brian Orchard leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
3 months ago in Bible
The New Testament Church began with great enthusiasm, adding 5,000 people one day and 3,000 shortly after, as recorded in Acts. However, over time, the Church’s “first love” diminished due to Satan’s influence and false teachers infiltrating the Church. Christ rebuked the Church in Ephesus in Revelation for losing its initial passion, and the Apostle John, writing towards the end of the first century, addressed…
A Godly Quest for Pleasure – David F. Maas cgg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 months ago in Human Beings
Throughout creation, God has established patterns that are evident in all living things, including the drive-reduction mechanism—where the body seeks to satisfy needs like hunger and thirst to reduce tension. This concept aligns with Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which identifies the fulfillment of basic drives as foundational to human behavior. Philosophies like Epicureanism, which prioritize pleasure, have emerged around these physical needs. However, the Bible…
The Magdalene Gospel – Mark J. Hulme vision.org
Ryan Welsh
3 months ago in Bible
Among the women in the Bible, one figure has gained notable attention recently: Mary Magdalene. Known as one of Jesus’ most mentioned female disciples, she appears in all four Gospels. Catholicism honors her as Saint Mary Magdalene, recognizing her both as an apostle and a sinner. Additionally, apocryphal texts like the Gospel of Mary offer intriguing insights into her life and role in the early…
Debunking The Rapture Myth – Wallace G. Smith tomorrowsworld.org
Ryan Welsh
3 months ago in Second Coming
Many believe ‘the rapture’ refers to Christians being “raptured” into Heaven before Jesus Christ returns to rule and before the Great Tribulation. This belief suggests Christians will vanish, leaving the world to face the Tribulation. Three or seven years later, Jesus will supposedly begin His reign on Earth. This idea often stems from the Apostle Paul’s words in 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17, where he describes believers…
The Frankfurt School youtu.be
The Frankfurt School was a group of German intellectuals who fled Nazi Germany during World War 2. They brought their radical ideas to America, influencing its institutions, especially education and culture. One key idea was Critical Theory, which emphasizes challenging dominant power structures and cultural norms, valuing individual experiences in shaping social values, and promoting subjective morality. These ideas have greatly impacted modern society, especially…
The Enemy of Holiness – Jeremy Lallier sabbaththoughts.com
Ryan Welsh
4 months ago in Weekly Sabbath
How do you make something holy? Trick question—you can’t. You can keep something holy, like the Sabbath. God said, “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy” (Exodus 20:8). We maintain the holiness of the 24 hours God set aside on the seventh day of creation (Genesis 2:3). But we don’t make it holy—it already is. We just keep it that way. How do you…
When Leaders Are Lawbreakers – Brian Orchard leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
4 months ago in Human Beings
The world is a mess. We face a crisis of leadership, with lawbreaking leaders leading nations to self-destruction. Christians must step up as law-abiding leaders. Leaders in denial, aided by complicit citizens, ignore reality, avoiding distressing truths. Denial is a defense mechanism that can blind us. An article, “The World’s Most Dangerous Delusion,” highlights this: America denies China’s declared hostility, preferring false peace. This denial…
Why Am I Here youtu.be
Ever wondered, “Why am I here? What’s my purpose?” This question has puzzled humanity for centuries, leading to various philosophies and religions. The Bible offers a profound purpose: The word “God” is “Elohim,” a family name. God is a family of creators, and they are expanding their family. Genesis states, “Let Us make man in Our image.” Jesus Christ, the “Word,” became mortal, died, and…
Purpose Of Law: The Image of God – Staff Writers leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
5 months ago in Law
Where there is no vision, the people perish” (Proverbs 29:18 KJV). Vision here means a prophetic understanding of future reality. Without purpose and direction, progress is impossible. Knowing our purpose is crucial. God gives humanity a purpose, a destination, and a path to get there, encapsulated in the Bible, including its laws. “Torah” is better translated as teaching or instruction. We must understand God’s purpose…
Are God the Father and His Son one being? One entity? – CGA Writers cogassembly.org
Ryan Welsh
5 months ago in God Family
Jesus revealed there is one Godhead, or one God Family, working together with one mind and purpose. This Family includes God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. John 1:1 states, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” The “Word” became Jesus Christ (John 1:14). Hebrews 1:1-4 confirms Christ’s divinity, showing He is worshiped by…