Islam does not have a transcendent perspective. It's highest possible achievement is a callous, degrading sexuality, and it's current attainment is an attitude of domineering entitlement to superior status. It confers neither love nor creative inspiration. It cannot give. It can only take or destroy. It's rage does not make one righteous, only blind to it's absolute evil. It's "submission" is to slavery.
There is something far better. There is sonship. There is clarity of perspective when not aligned with the slave woman mentality. A son will see that a slave is expected to give up her resources to her master, regardless of what she believes. She tolerates her master's abuse because there is no other option save death. The master will give only as much reward as it takes to keep her from death, and if she costs him more than he is willing to pay, he will kill her, himself. Her end is death either way.
There are warning signs of that lord which seeks slaves rather than sons. He seeks sympathy for his acts of aggression. He requires loyalty regardless of results. Censure, and any other view but his own, enrages him, for he acts contrary to any compassion which he has laid claim to. He knows nothing of mercy, for all things must be done to his own advantage. Watch what he does, not what he says.
The One who wants a son gives everything of Himself to convince you. He shows you how it's done. Everything He has is already yours, you just haven't realized it yet. A son is the one who chooses to stand with his Father, regardless of the consequences, for that is what he has seen his Father do for him! Look and SEE what He has done!
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
תשעה באב
Sons of Glory
Israel, my sister, has missed seeing her Lord once more. On the day of her grief, she is left with more to mourn for. Her willful ignorance, coming from her pride of place, would not permit her the humility to comprehend. She cannot be delivered by the One she does not know! Support is now gone missing, but there is no need for puzzlement, for the Word has already told us this would happen. The hidden ones but await their sister's transformation.
The question from the disciples: Matt 24:3 "What is the sign of Your coming and of the end of the age?" And the answer from Jesus: 36 “Now concerning that day and hour no one knows—neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son —except the Father only. 37 As the days of Noah were, so the coming of the Son of Man will be. 38 For in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah boarded the ark. 39 They didn’t know until the flood came and swept them all away. So this is the way the coming of the Son of Man will be: 40 Then two men will be in the field: one will be taken and one left. 41 Two women will be grinding at the mill: one will be taken and one left. 42 Therefore be alert, since you don’t know what day your Lord is coming. 43 But know this: If the homeowner had known what time the thief was coming, he would have stayed alert and not let his house be broken into. 44 This is why you also must be ready, because the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.
Oh Lord, from a multitude of tears, please bring something glorious! Let it be because of the overabundance of Your mercies, that the inferno of Your people's suffering would be transformed into the shining light of godliness! Turn sadness into meaning: Absolute, profound, unspeakable.
Bring on the knowledge of where we have sinned, so that we can mourn and change our path. Let the humility of our repentance be the beginning of renewal, restoration, and life eternal. Unveil our eyes, to reveal to us Your secrets, as You will do for all those who's desire is but to serve you. Open to us what we could not understand from our own intellect.
What does He require of you for your deliverance? Do you know His name? "Blessed is He who comes IN THE NAME of The Lord!"
Israel, my sister, has missed seeing her Lord once more. On the day of her grief, she is left with more to mourn for. Her willful ignorance, coming from her pride of place, would not permit her the humility to comprehend. She cannot be delivered by the One she does not know! Support is now gone missing, but there is no need for puzzlement, for the Word has already told us this would happen. The hidden ones but await their sister's transformation.
The question from the disciples: Matt 24:3 "What is the sign of Your coming and of the end of the age?" And the answer from Jesus: 36 “Now concerning that day and hour no one knows—neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son —except the Father only. 37 As the days of Noah were, so the coming of the Son of Man will be. 38 For in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah boarded the ark. 39 They didn’t know until the flood came and swept them all away. So this is the way the coming of the Son of Man will be: 40 Then two men will be in the field: one will be taken and one left. 41 Two women will be grinding at the mill: one will be taken and one left. 42 Therefore be alert, since you don’t know what day your Lord is coming. 43 But know this: If the homeowner had known what time the thief was coming, he would have stayed alert and not let his house be broken into. 44 This is why you also must be ready, because the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.
Oh Lord, from a multitude of tears, please bring something glorious! Let it be because of the overabundance of Your mercies, that the inferno of Your people's suffering would be transformed into the shining light of godliness! Turn sadness into meaning: Absolute, profound, unspeakable.
Bring on the knowledge of where we have sinned, so that we can mourn and change our path. Let the humility of our repentance be the beginning of renewal, restoration, and life eternal. Unveil our eyes, to reveal to us Your secrets, as You will do for all those who's desire is but to serve you. Open to us what we could not understand from our own intellect.
What does He require of you for your deliverance? Do you know His name? "Blessed is He who comes IN THE NAME of The Lord!"
Zechariah 3 Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)
3 He showed me Y’hoshua the cohen hagadol standing before the angel of Adonai, with the Accuser standing at his right to accuse him. 2 Adonai said to the Accuser, “May Adonairebuke you, Accuser! Indeed, may Adonai, who has made Yerushalayim his choice, rebuke you! Isn’t this man a burning stick snatched from the fire?” 3 Y’hoshua was clothed in garments covered with dung; and he was standing before the angel, 4 who said to those standing in front of him, “Take those filthy garments off of him.” Then to him he said, “See, I am taking your guilt away. I will clothe you in fine robes.” 5 I said, “They should put a clean turban on his head.” So they put a clean turban on his head and gave him fine robes to wear, while the angel of Adonai stood by. 6 Then the angel of Adonai gave Y’hoshua this warning: 7 “Adonai-Tzva’ot says this: ‘If you will walk in my ways, obey my commission, judge my house and guard my courtyards; then I will give you free access among these who are standing here. 8 Listen, cohen gadol Y’hoshua, both you and your colleagues seated here before you, because these men are a sign that I am going to bring my servant Tzemach [Sprout]. 9 For look at the stone I have put in front of Y’hoshua: on one stone are seven eyes; I will engrave what is to be written on it,’ says Adonai-Tzva’ot; ‘and I will remove the guilt of this land in one day. 10 When that time comes,’ says Adonai-Tzva’ot, ‘you will all invite each other to join you under your vines and fig trees.’”
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
בני מצוה בני רחמנין
Sons of the Law, Sons of Compassion
The suffering face of Messiah is the Face of your God! Have you suffered as much as Him? When you suffered, was it for Him? Was it for His name?
He has provided for Himself a lamb, a son of the House of Israel, a kinsman redeemer of the Line of David. He fills up the requirements, of the law and prophets, with Himself. He, Himself, is the Provision which answers the promises to the fathers. (17 “Don’t assume that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill. 18 For I assure you: Until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or one stroke of a letter will pass from the law until all things are accomplished).
Now the One who understands your pain, wants to be your joy. Coming into a knowledge of Him, who He is, the incomparable and unlimited sufficiency of His compassion and generosity is, quite simply, the greatest pleasure the human heart and soul can experience. To be filled by Him, is to desire no one, and nothing else. He has come to put His name on you, to impart meaning, HIS meaning, to your soul. To hold within you the image of His beauty, will look like He said: To follow His commands reveal the knowledge of His person and character:
Matthew 5:
The suffering face of Messiah is the Face of your God! Have you suffered as much as Him? When you suffered, was it for Him? Was it for His name?
He has provided for Himself a lamb, a son of the House of Israel, a kinsman redeemer of the Line of David. He fills up the requirements, of the law and prophets, with Himself. He, Himself, is the Provision which answers the promises to the fathers. (17 “Don’t assume that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill. 18 For I assure you: Until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or one stroke of a letter will pass from the law until all things are accomplished).
Now the One who understands your pain, wants to be your joy. Coming into a knowledge of Him, who He is, the incomparable and unlimited sufficiency of His compassion and generosity is, quite simply, the greatest pleasure the human heart and soul can experience. To be filled by Him, is to desire no one, and nothing else. He has come to put His name on you, to impart meaning, HIS meaning, to your soul. To hold within you the image of His beauty, will look like He said: To follow His commands reveal the knowledge of His person and character:
Matthew 5:
3 “The poor in spirit are blessed,
for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
4 Those who mourn are blessed,
for they will be comforted.
5 The gentle are blessed,
for they will inherit the earth.
6 Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness are blessed,
for they will be filled.
7 The merciful are blessed,
for they will be shown mercy.
8 The pure in heart are blessed,
for they will see God.
9 The peacemakers are blessed,
for they will be called sons of God.
10 Those who are persecuted for righteousness are blessed,
for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
4 Those who mourn are blessed,
for they will be comforted.
5 The gentle are blessed,
for they will inherit the earth.
6 Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness are blessed,
for they will be filled.
7 The merciful are blessed,
for they will be shown mercy.
8 The pure in heart are blessed,
for they will see God.
9 The peacemakers are blessed,
for they will be called sons of God.
10 Those who are persecuted for righteousness are blessed,
for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.
11 “You are blessed when they insult and persecute you and falsely say every kind of evil against you because of Me. 12 Be glad and rejoice, because your reward is great in heaven. For that is how they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt should lose its taste, how can it be made salty? It’s no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled on by men.
14 “You are the light of the world. A city situated on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 No one lights a lamp and puts it under a basket, but rather on a lampstand, and it gives light for all who are in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.
19 Therefore, whoever breaks one of the least of these commands and teaches people to do so will be called least in the kingdom of heaven. But whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
21 “You have heard that it was said to our ancestors, Do not murder, and whoever murders will be subject to judgment. 22 But I tell you, everyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. And whoever says to his brother, ‘Fool!’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But whoever says, ‘You moron!’ will be subject to hellfire. 23 So if you are offering your gift on the altar, and there you remember that your brother has something against you, 24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled with your brother, and then come and offer your gift. 25 Reach a settlement quickly with your adversary while you’re on the way with him, or your adversary will hand you over to the judge, the judge to the officer, and you will be thrown into prison. 26 I assure you: You will never get out of there until you have paid the last penny!
27 “You have heard that it was said, Do not commit adultery. 28 But I tell you, everyone who looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of the parts of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30 And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of the parts of your body than for your whole body to go into hell!
38 “You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. 39 But I tell you, don’t resist an evildoer. On the contrary, if anyone slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. 40 As for the one who wants to sue you and take away your shirt, let him have your coat as well. 41 And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two. 42 Give to the one who asks you, and don’t turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.
43 “You have heard that it was said, Love your neighbor and hate your enemy. 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 so that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. For He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. 46 For if you love those who love you, what reward will you have? Don’t even the tax collectors do the same? 47 And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing out of the ordinary? Don’t even the Gentiles do the same? 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
Sunday, July 13, 2014
בני שלום
Sons of Peace
Atheism is not the solution to an existential crisis of faith! The fires of hatred have imprisoned the ancient nation between a precipice of unbelief and the unyielding silence of the heavens, where revelation does not have a voice. Truth's hellishly harsh reality, is that the bloodline of the covenant people has been persecuted with deadly, intense passion throughout it's history, but the enemy's wrath has a purpose, which is to open your eyes to your destiny. The floodgates of hell are about to be opened. Do you see your calling yet?
Zephaniah 3:8-20
8 Therefore, wait for Me—
this is the Lord’s declaration—
until the day I rise up for plunder.
For My decision is to gather nations,
to assemble kingdoms,
in order to pour out My indignation on them,
all My burning anger;
for the whole earth will be consumed
by the fire of My jealousy.
9 For I will then restore
pure speech to the peoples
so that all of them may call
on the name of Yahweh
and serve Him with a single purpose.
10 From beyond the rivers of Cush
My supplicants, My dispersed people,
will bring an offering to Me.
11 On that day you will not be put to shame
because of everything you have done
in rebelling against Me.
For then I will remove
your proud, arrogant people from among you,
and you will never again be haughty
on My holy mountain.
12 I will leave
a meek and humble people among you,
and they will take refuge in the name of Yahweh.
13 The remnant of Israel will no longer
do wrong or tell lies;
a deceitful tongue will not be found
in their mouths.
But they will pasture and lie down,
with nothing to make them afraid.
14 Sing for joy, Daughter Zion;
shout loudly, Israel!
Be glad and rejoice with all your heart,
Daughter Jerusalem!
15 The Lord has removed your punishment;
He has turned back your enemy.
The King of Israel, Yahweh, is among you;
you need no longer fear harm.
16 On that day it will be said to Jerusalem:
“Do not fear;
Zion, do not let your hands grow weak.
17 Yahweh your God is among you,
a warrior who saves.
He will rejoice over you with gladness.
He will bring you quietness with His love.
He will delight in you with shouts of joy.”
18 I will gather those who have been driven
from the appointed festivals;
they will be a tribute from you
and a reproach on her.
19 Yes, at that time
I will deal with all who afflict you.
I will save the lame and gather the scattered;
I will make those who were disgraced
throughout the earth
receive praise and fame.
20 At that time I will bring you back,
yes, at the time I will gather you.
I will give you fame and praise
among all the peoples of the earth,
when I restore your fortunes before your eyes.
Yahweh has spoken.
Haggai 2:6-9
6 For the Lord of Hosts says this: “Once more, in a little while, I am going to shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land. 7 I will shake all the nations so that the treasures of all the nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,” says the Lord of Hosts. 8 “The silver and gold belong to Me”—this is the declaration of the Lord of Hosts. 9 “The final glory of this house will be greater than the first,” says the Lord of Hosts. “I will provide peace in this place”—this is the declaration of the Lord of Hosts.
Atheism is not the solution to an existential crisis of faith! The fires of hatred have imprisoned the ancient nation between a precipice of unbelief and the unyielding silence of the heavens, where revelation does not have a voice. Truth's hellishly harsh reality, is that the bloodline of the covenant people has been persecuted with deadly, intense passion throughout it's history, but the enemy's wrath has a purpose, which is to open your eyes to your destiny. The floodgates of hell are about to be opened. Do you see your calling yet?
Zephaniah 3:8-20
8 Therefore, wait for Me—
this is the Lord’s declaration—
until the day I rise up for plunder.
For My decision is to gather nations,
to assemble kingdoms,
in order to pour out My indignation on them,
all My burning anger;
for the whole earth will be consumed
by the fire of My jealousy.
9 For I will then restore
pure speech to the peoples
so that all of them may call
on the name of Yahweh
and serve Him with a single purpose.
10 From beyond the rivers of Cush
My supplicants, My dispersed people,
will bring an offering to Me.
11 On that day you will not be put to shame
because of everything you have done
in rebelling against Me.
For then I will remove
your proud, arrogant people from among you,
and you will never again be haughty
on My holy mountain.
12 I will leave
a meek and humble people among you,
and they will take refuge in the name of Yahweh.
13 The remnant of Israel will no longer
do wrong or tell lies;
a deceitful tongue will not be found
in their mouths.
But they will pasture and lie down,
with nothing to make them afraid.
14 Sing for joy, Daughter Zion;
shout loudly, Israel!
Be glad and rejoice with all your heart,
Daughter Jerusalem!
15 The Lord has removed your punishment;
He has turned back your enemy.
The King of Israel, Yahweh, is among you;
you need no longer fear harm.
16 On that day it will be said to Jerusalem:
“Do not fear;
Zion, do not let your hands grow weak.
17 Yahweh your God is among you,
a warrior who saves.
He will rejoice over you with gladness.
He will bring you quietness with His love.
He will delight in you with shouts of joy.”
18 I will gather those who have been driven
from the appointed festivals;
they will be a tribute from you
and a reproach on her.
19 Yes, at that time
I will deal with all who afflict you.
I will save the lame and gather the scattered;
I will make those who were disgraced
throughout the earth
receive praise and fame.
20 At that time I will bring you back,
yes, at the time I will gather you.
I will give you fame and praise
among all the peoples of the earth,
when I restore your fortunes before your eyes.
Yahweh has spoken.
Haggai 2:6-9
6 For the Lord of Hosts says this: “Once more, in a little while, I am going to shake the heavens and the earth, the sea and the dry land. 7 I will shake all the nations so that the treasures of all the nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,” says the Lord of Hosts. 8 “The silver and gold belong to Me”—this is the declaration of the Lord of Hosts. 9 “The final glory of this house will be greater than the first,” says the Lord of Hosts. “I will provide peace in this place”—this is the declaration of the Lord of Hosts.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
בני תקוה
Sons of Hope
Will you receive Him? Will you give your life for Him? Will you speak for Him? Will you accept the calling, and experience the struggle and pain? Will you take on the responsibility so He will bring the rebirth?
A new generation will be raised up from among the disaffected and downtrodden, to give glory to His everlasting Name! Bring in His power by the speaking of the Word!
Messiah is the human face of גבור אל ! Justice and mercy are in His steps! A river of fire flows out from His throne! This is the commander of the Lord's army, victorious in the conflict! His orders are that you take up your cross and follow Him! All of those in His army are of one mind and accord, which is to do the will of the One on high! If you can accept what He has asked of you, to make Him all of who you are, then you are truly a child of the hope, the ONLY Hope, that is Him!
Will you receive Him? Will you give your life for Him? Will you speak for Him? Will you accept the calling, and experience the struggle and pain? Will you take on the responsibility so He will bring the rebirth?
A new generation will be raised up from among the disaffected and downtrodden, to give glory to His everlasting Name! Bring in His power by the speaking of the Word!
Messiah is the human face of גבור אל ! Justice and mercy are in His steps! A river of fire flows out from His throne! This is the commander of the Lord's army, victorious in the conflict! His orders are that you take up your cross and follow Him! All of those in His army are of one mind and accord, which is to do the will of the One on high! If you can accept what He has asked of you, to make Him all of who you are, then you are truly a child of the hope, the ONLY Hope, that is Him!
Thursday, July 3, 2014
בני ציון
Sons of Zion
Why did it have to be three sons? The prayers and tears which assailed heaven on their behalf did not suffice to cause Him to relent. The blood of innocence cries out to the Holy One! This great grief has caused something new to be born. It is a bitter gift to see as a mother does, in Israel.
An implacable adversary which turns it's face into stone, seeks to steal away your identity and inheritance. You were born to be a light and a glory to the nations, and instead your good is called evil, and their evil, good. Did you hear what they said? "Sons of Zion, we are coming for you." They speak truth in this, in that they understand that the sons of Zion are to be our future. Messiah King will turn your understandable rage into energy for His purpose. Don't allow them to intimidate you into believing Love is doing something wrong or is some kind of weakness. It is Love who gives a man His strength. Inexpressibly profound Love takes it's stand into the face of it's own annihilation. It is Love which gives strength enough to die to self, just like Him. Love lives forever.
Precious children of hope, how I have wept for you! Like a mother in labour, there will be intense pain before beauty emerges. Please know, and find comfort, in the provision of Elohim of a caring family who has already prayed for you without even knowing your name. Elohim knows your name, and you will yet be the ones to bring His love to the nations!
Why did it have to be three sons? The prayers and tears which assailed heaven on their behalf did not suffice to cause Him to relent. The blood of innocence cries out to the Holy One! This great grief has caused something new to be born. It is a bitter gift to see as a mother does, in Israel.
An implacable adversary which turns it's face into stone, seeks to steal away your identity and inheritance. You were born to be a light and a glory to the nations, and instead your good is called evil, and their evil, good. Did you hear what they said? "Sons of Zion, we are coming for you." They speak truth in this, in that they understand that the sons of Zion are to be our future. Messiah King will turn your understandable rage into energy for His purpose. Don't allow them to intimidate you into believing Love is doing something wrong or is some kind of weakness. It is Love who gives a man His strength. Inexpressibly profound Love takes it's stand into the face of it's own annihilation. It is Love which gives strength enough to die to self, just like Him. Love lives forever.
Precious children of hope, how I have wept for you! Like a mother in labour, there will be intense pain before beauty emerges. Please know, and find comfort, in the provision of Elohim of a caring family who has already prayed for you without even knowing your name. Elohim knows your name, and you will yet be the ones to bring His love to the nations!
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