Counting to Pentecost: The Firstfruits of God’s Plan truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Pentecost, unlike other biblical festivals, doesn’t have a fixed date—it must be counted. Scripture instructs, “You shall count fifty days to the day after the seventh Sabbath… you shall have a holy convocation” (Leviticus 23:16, 21). This unique count begins with the day after the Sabbath during Unleavened Bread, leading to a day rich with meaning: the Feast of Weeks, or Pentecost. Interpretations of the…
Salvation Reframed: From Scorecard to Spiritual Family truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
The Christian world is filled with debates about salvation. Is it once saved, always saved? Can it be lost? Do works matter? These questions all assume salvation is a transaction—something to secure or maintain. But what if salvation isn’t about a scorecard at all? Scripture reveals a different perspective. Jesus said no one can come to Him unless the Father draws them (John 6:44). This…
Pentecost and the Promise of the Father – John LaBissoniere ucg.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Imagine if Jesus lived next door—healing, comforting, and guiding us instantly. Though He ascended to the Father long ago (John 16:28), He promised something even greater: the arrival of the Holy Spirit. At first, this seemed sorrowful to the disciples (John 16:6), but Jesus assured them it was for their benefit: “If I do not go away, the Helper will not come” (John 16:7). Just…
The Great Deception: How Satan Masquerades as an Angel of Light truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Satan’s strategy has always been to deceive, beginning with Eve in the Garden and continuing throughout history by distorting God’s truth. Today, that deception may not look like paganism or atheism—it may look like Christianity. The Bible warns us that Satan masquerades as an angel of light. His most insidious tactic is not open rebellion but counterfeit worship that mimics the truth while subtly replacing…
Did Jesus Abolish the Seventh-day Sabbath? cbcg.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus affirmed that God’s commandments remain in force under the New Covenant “Therefore, whoever shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of [from] heaven; but whoever shall practice and teach them, this one shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven”(Matt. 5:19). Yet today, the Fourth…
The Mystery of the Trinity: Is God Truly Unknowable? – Part 1 truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Many assume that the God of the Old Testament was the Father, but Scripture tells a different story. John 1:18 says no one has seen the Father at any time, yet countless Old Testament figures saw and spoke with God. Jesus clarified this mystery—He came to reveal the Father, because the One known to Israel throughout their history was actually the Word, who later became…
The Trinity as an Idol: How Misrepresenting God Distances Us from Him – Part 2 truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
For centuries, the Trinity has been upheld as an essential truth in mainstream Christianity—despite not being explicitly taught by Jesus or the apostles. Instead, it was developed through centuries of church councils and philosophical influence, especially from Greek metaphysics. Many are told it’s a divine mystery beyond comprehension. But Scripture warns against forming false ideas about God—whether physical or mental (Ezekiel 14:3; Romans 1:21–23). Jesus…
From Scripture to Speculation: The Philosophical Origins of the Trinity – Part 3 truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
The doctrine of the Trinity—God as three co-equal, co-eternal persons—is central to mainstream Christianity today. Yet this concept did not emerge directly from the teachings of Jesus or the apostles. Instead, it developed centuries later under the influence of Greek philosophy, particularly Platonism and Neoplatonism. Early theologians like Origen and Augustine integrated these ideas into Christian doctrine, introducing terms like essence and substance that were…
Salvation, Grace, and Choice: Are We Talking About the Same Thing? truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Debates around “once saved, always saved” (OSAS) often reveal deeper differences about what salvation, grace, and faith really mean. Salvation in Scripture is described in past, present, and future tenses. The OSAS view sees it as a one-time, unchangeable legal act. In contrast, others view it as a covenant relationship—freely given, but sustained by abiding in Christ. Jesus said, “He who endures to the end…
The Great Tribulation: 7 Years or 3.5? truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
A Common Belief—But Is It Biblical? Many Christians believe the Great Tribulation will last seven years. This idea comes from a specific interpretation of Daniel 9’s 70 Weeks Prophecy, especially the so-called “gap theory,” which separates the 70th week from the first 69 by over 2,000 years. In this view, the final seven years are assigned to a future Antichrist. However, Scripture itself does not…
Is “Once Saved, Always Saved” Biblical? A Deeper Look at Salvation truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
“Once saved, always saved” offers comfort—but is it scriptural? Salvation isn’t a one-time transaction; it’s a covenant relationship with God. Jesus said, “If you love Me, keep My commandments” (John 14:15). Obedience doesn’t earn salvation, but it shows faith. The first Passover paints a picture: Israel was saved by grace, yet obedience mattered. Similarly, believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13–14), not as…
Will Deceive Many (Part One) – Pat Higgins cgg.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
In Matthew 16:3, Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for recognizing weather signs but ignoring the “signs of the times.” Could we be making the same mistake? Our world is in rapid moral decline—corruption touches every institution. Jesus warned of days like these, comparing them to Noah’s time, when “all flesh had corrupted their way” (Genesis 6:12). As in Noah’s day, deception now defines our age. Misinformation,…
A God of Order in a World of Chaos truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
We live in a chaotic world—morally, politically, spiritually. Yet from the opening words of the Bible, we’re introduced to a God of clarity and purpose: “In the beginning, God created…” What follows is structure and design. But then comes a puzzle—“The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep.” Why would a perfect God begin with chaos? Scripture…
Relationship With God – Gary McConnaughey lifehopeandtruth.com
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
God Wants a Relationship With You The Creator of the universe deeply desires a relationship with you! Even while we were still sinners, He showed His love by sending Jesus to die for us so we could be reconciled to Him (Romans 5:8-10). He invites us to “draw near” to Him, and He promises to draw near to us (James 4:8). But what kind of…
How Should a Man View a Woman? Reclaiming What’s Been Lost truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Something is deeply broken in how men view women today—and it didn’t happen by accident. From a young age, boys are bombarded with sexualized images, while being told their natural desires are toxic. They’re torn between attraction and shame—instinct and guilt—leaving many confused, isolated, and addicted to fantasy. This distortion creates extremes: some grow apathetic, seeing women as objects; others dive deeper into unreality, seeking…
Consumed, Not Cherished: Rethinking Self-Image in a Culture of Exposure truthsum.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
I grew up hearing, “Men, stop viewing women as sexual objects.” It was needed. But today, another message is missing: Women, stop viewing yourselves that way too. Our culture now celebrates exposure as empowerment. But when value is tied to how much you show, is that really freedom—or a more polished form of objectification? Women are encouraged to display themselves for attention, but it often…
The Apostle Paul’s Teaching on Justification in the Book of Galatians cbcg.org
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Many use Galatians 5:18—“But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law”—to argue that Christians are no longer required to keep God’s commandments. But this interpretation is based on poor translation and misunderstanding. The original Greek lacks the definite article “the,” meaning it should read, “not under law.” But what kind of law is Paul referring to? Paul consistently upheld…
Were Holy Days the Heresy at Colosse? – Eddie Johnson lifehopeandtruth.com
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Colossians 2:16-17 is often misunderstood as proof that Paul rejected biblical holy days and food laws. But a closer look reveals something different. Paul wrote to counter false teachings—especially early forms of gnosticism—that had infiltrated the Colossian church. Some gnostics, particularly the ascetic kind, weren’t rejecting holy days altogether. Instead, they were keeping them in harsh, self-denying ways and judging others for being too festive…
God’s Seven Biblical Holy Days and Festivals youtu.be
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
God’s Plan in the Festivals: A Story of Family, Redemption, and Glory God has had a plan from the beginning. He created humanity with a purpose—not just to live and die, but to become part of His eternal family. This incredible truth is revealed in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and pictured clearly through the seven annual festivals God established. These days are…
Resisting to Bloodshed – Jeremy Lallier sabbaththoughts.com
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2 days ago in Plan of Salvation
Resist the Shattering Here’s the bad news: Satan is out to get you. He wants to ruin your salvation, crush your spiritual potential, and leave you broken. But here’s the good news: He can’t—unless we let him. Jesus promises, “No one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand” (John 10:29). Our salvation is secure, but that doesn’t mean Satan stops trying to…