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Praying does change things. Prayer is our weapon that fights in the spiritual realm against the powers of darkness. I don't understand how the spiritual forces all work but there is mention of angels being hindered in trying to do things. I think our prayers are packed with power that can hinder the dark and empower the light in the war of good and evil.

Jesus said if you love me you will obey my commands. If we are doing that, then as Christians we are growing 8n our 3xperience of God as well as demonstrating the love of God in our speech and our actions.

I just watched this video alongside my mom about how this guy forgave his brother’s killer. As Christians, we are so quick to hold onto the hurt and trauma inflicted by others that we forget we are called to forgiveness. Jesus says we are to forgive seventy times seven. We are to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. One of the first steps to forgiveness is no longer holding onto your trauma, but giving it to the One that can fix it. When we forgive it’s not for the perpetrators sake, but a release to help ourselves heal, helping draw us closer to Him. Hopefully this video will be a good reminder and also maybe convict you like it did me.

Since you brought it up, I think your sig line prayer is not good. You are essentially praying for calamity for others. We are to forgive others, not harbor ill will. It seems you have bitterness in you. I know it is difficult to let go of anger towards others but it needs to be done. The hardest thing Ive had to do is pray for (not against) the man who murdered my brother in law. You should be praying for the salvation of those who hurt you.

I've visited other Christian forums and I believe that this community is BY FAR the nicest group of Christians. This is a place of peace and nourishment. I'm grateful to be a part of this community. Thank you again!

I often may find myself in a talk/prayer with God that others may seem at an inappropriate time. Then in my mind I justify it thinking on what God says, Pray without ceasing. Take every thought captive. The only way I can rid myself of ill thoughts towards someone that offended me is to pray for them. It works. The older I get the more I depend upon God and the more the conversations. When contemplating questions in the things/situations in my mind it's the word I have hid in my heart that answers. Old age genders a thankfulness and gratitude for what's still working in this old tent. This, for me, creates an awareness of those less fortunate and inspiration to intercede for them. And I think on the fact everybody is fighting battles (like my own) I know nothing of. This also works to generate empathy for prayer of needs unknown. Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Thanks Ray.

Here's a short, funny little stop-motion animation I made with my 13-year old nephew.

Ok . . . So I am going to publicly expose an failure in my Christian life that I have recently revealed to me by the Holy Spirit . . . Namely an lack of prayer for other people, for my pastor(s), and generally all types of prayer including intercession. I have been an elder for many years, and in various leadership capacities, and have served the body of Christ by doing various things that an leader and servant would and should do. Yet . . . many times people I love . . . especially pastors I have left 'exposed' due to my lack of intercession for them and other people in the churches I have been a part of over the years. Frankly, IF I had been attentive to pray as the Spirit asked me to do over the years there would have been less calamity and heart ache for people I loved dearly. I hereby publicly repent of that failure in my life, as I have repented to God for not covering people in prayer and intercession. This also includes praying for my country and those that were elected in our republic of states. Even IF some of us are unwilling to become involved in political processes and prefer to let the enemy steal our input into government, that does in no way let us off the hook of praying for our elected leaders. Enough said about that less this new thread is turned into an 'O how I hate Trump' thread. My point is this; Since I have learned how to take prayer more seriously, and have answered the call to pray for all men as scripture commands us to do I now see areas of prayer that I never saw before, which is, as I see it, a good thing. So . . . how about you ? ? ? Has this happened to anybody else on Worthy

Everything I understand about happiness indicates that happiness is contingent on something occurring. For instance, an event, an accomplishment, a thing acquired, something someone does for us, a mood or feeling, etc. & etc. So we may be happy one moment and unhappy the next, considering how we perceive things are going. But joy in Christ is not contingent upon anything, except the person and work of Christ. And He is the same yesterday, today and forever - therefore our joy should not fluctuate, because we have been given all things in Christ!!! Of course in our flesh, we are all over the place . . . this just tells us we simply need to be attuned - moment by moment - to our spirit, which is one with Christ! Our joy is solid and forever, because we've been placed in Him!

Good topic and I appreciate the civility here. One thing I know, if I live to the end, and its not pretrib rapture, God will see me through it as He did Stephen in Acts.

Must see.

Let’s define the word “will”...this is from biblehub.com Will - G2307 – “theléma” defined as “will, desire, purpose.” Usage: In the New Testament, theléma primarily refers to the will or desire of God, encompassing His sovereign plans and purposes. It can also denote human will or desire, though it is most often used in the context of divine will. The term emphasizes the intentional and purposeful nature of God's actions and commands. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of "will" was often associated with fate or destiny, but in the biblical context, theléma underscores a personal and relational God who actively engages with His creation. The Jewish understanding of God's will was deeply rooted in the Torah, where obedience to God's commandments was seen as aligning with His will. In the New Testament, the concept expands to include the revelation of God's will through Jesus Christ and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Paul wrote in Philippians 2...[emphasis mine]“So then, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your salvation with fear and trembling; (13) for it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure.” Philippians 2:12-13 NASB For the children and the mature sons of God...”God’s will”...is the “Fathers desire” at work in us which is why it is called...”God’s will.” It is made known to us by the Holy Spirit who indwells our human spirit. We are expected to individually pursue at all cost...to know and understand “God’s will” for our lives which is the purpose for which “He redeemed us.” This is what it means to be continually formed in the image of Christ. “He saves” us so that “He can redeem” us to “His will” for us. This is to develop “a close personal and loving relationship with our Spirit Father” so that we can learn of “His personal desire for us...directly from Him” and how He would desire for us to “live the life” He is revealing to us...as we grow and mature. In Ephesians 1 we are told...“He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, (6) to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. (7) In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace (8) which He lavished on us. In all wisdom and insight (9) He made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His kind intention which He purposed in Him (10) with a view to an administration suitable to the fullness of the times, that is, the summing up of all things in Christ, things in the heavens and things on the earth. In Him (11) also we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to His purpose who works all things after the counsel of His will, (12) to the end that we who were the first to hope in Christ would be to the praise of His glory.” Ephesians 1:5-12 NASB I have one last passage of scripture to express my understanding of “What is God’s will?” And granted I am presenting my understanding in an elementary way versus an exhaustive deconstruction...let’s read this...“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 NASB In this we see an “echo” of Ephesians 1:11 “having been predestined according to His purpose...” The...“which God prepared beforehand”...is very likely referencing His desire for us from before creation was actually in place...He is eternal...He was before creation is. God has in “His will”...what Paul calls “good works” for each of us. And God has this expectation...for those who find Him...and desire to learn about “His will” for them...at all cost...to them...that they would walk out what it is that “God the Father has in His mind...for them." In this we learn to “surrender our will” Indentured Servant...as He shows us how to embrace and live out “His will” in our lives. It’s not a difficult subject really...but this should suffice for now let me know if you have any questions about what I have posted here. Tatwo...:)

How do you estimate Online Assemblies like this one fare in terms of Christian Life and Service? There is a short booklet titled "What My Parent's Church Should Have Taught Them". It is told from the perspective of a personal testimony and might be seen as a critque of contemporary Christian practice; Free pdf version https://christianpioneer.com/ebooks/wmpcshtt.pdf Viewable web pages https://christianpioneer.com/cphone ebooks/pchurch/pchurch main.htm The booklet ends with an emphasis on what sort of compensatory steps might be taken given that so many of us struggle with having received inadequate or even flawed instruction. Web sites like Worthy Christian fulfill a need many of us have to share our experiences and views in an attempt to grow and mature on our own. One might view it as a triage center without doctors where the less wounded try to help those more seriously wounded.

Hello @Dennis1209 I have listened to this man and his parents and family talk in several video interviews. They are not a christian. This should answer your question. You cannot serve two masters... Already many claiming to be "christian" seem to fall easily for secular things and think its ok to incorporate them into their mind set without realizing the moral implications of their actions. This slowly numbs their conscious especially if not examined personally and repented from, and closes off the gift of Gods Mercy and Grace and to be able to access communion with the Holy Spirit of God who IS our guide, protector, healer. 1 Corinthians 11:28-3 Christ Jesus said: 28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.30 For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. 31 For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged.32 But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world. -------------------------------- The Holy Spirit of God distances himself from people wilfully living in sin, placing the individual to fall for the guile's of the wicked one. The more one sins without repentance, the more they seer their God given consciousness. "seared consciousness" refers to a state where a person's moral compass or ability to feel guilt or remorse has been dulled or numbed, often through repeated exposure to wrongdoing or a lack of accountability The Covid pandemic was an important example of how people got bamboozled into the lies perpetrated by media and governments. That is why it is so vitally important for a bible believing christian to take up their cross daily and walk close with Him and make sure they are covered daily by His Blood covering over them. Never think you are so smart that you can't get fooled. (big ego mistake to think that) The enemy it out there everyday trying to steal, kill and destroy Gods creation. The enemy is slowly modifying our planet, trying to take away ALL of Gods creation and replacing it with a modified counterfeit that is intended to steal, kill and destroy. The modifications are happening right now, before our eyes, and some think its great and are falling for these subtle modifications The more we easily give into to these modifications, the more we become modified, no longer being a creation of God in purity and Truth but having allowed ourselves to fall for the lures of the counterfeiter, becoming modified. And one day becoming modified to the point of no longer being recognizable to God, no longer being made in the TRUE image of God but rather becoming modified and a prey of the enemy, who bought them by his counterfeit lures and succeed to steal kill and destroy them, who wilfully fell for the modifications ( thinking how great and profitable they were). Thinking they were wise became fools Romans 1:22: "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools The enemy is the great counterfeit LIAR doing now what he did in the garden of Eden, promising to give life and life abundant without the help of and obedience to God the creator f ALL and His Word. God and His Word fully Warn us over and over. How many truly have ears to hear ad eyes to see? God does warns about the dangers of modifying His Creation over and over in the old and new testament found in the Holy Bible. Do people obey God and His Word??? The time is coming: Revelations 2 And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird. 3 For all nations have drunk of the wine of the wrath of her fornication, and the kings of the earth have committed fornication with her, and the merchants of the earth are waxed rich through the abundance of her delicacies. 4 And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues. 5 For her sins have reached unto heaven, and God hath remembered her iniquities.7 23 And the light of a candle shall shine no more at all in thee; and the voice of the bridegroom and of the bride shall be heard no more at all in thee: for thy merchants were the great men of the earth; for by thy sorceries=PHARMAKIA were all nations deceived.

Christina https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/15.1/1f425/72.pngThe eaglet that passed away during the recent snowstorm will be named Misty in honor of Kathi Misterly, a very dedicated FOBBV volunteer who was lost to cancer and is still very missed.https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/15.1/1f494/72.png Just read this in the chat The other two will be named next week

Well thank you for the comment about the animated fisherman. When I first saw it, I looked at it quite a bit and the simplicity of who is fishing for who and whom is being caught. Yes, prayer can seem to be tucked in the back when things are all in order, i.e health, family ect. When tragedy comes knocking, then it seems that we can prayer non stop, hence the reason at least for me to accept the trials and difficulty in life's journey. It is a way to keep the beliver in checks and strengthen his faith and have as a detail memory of the Lord promises. Even though, through some of those hardship comes death and other extremities. I admire those who pray with words that seem to touch the very soul and it seems to come out with ease. It has to be the holy spirit working in that person to deliver messages that pricks the heart and that is good. Reminder is a good thing, as it urges us to reflect on the essentials of our faith and the work that is to be done. So, this is what your thread is essentially, to remind us to not neglect the essential and vital element of our faith that empowers others that may or may not be aware of from whom it is being issued. It is warranted, thank you. Each of us has our own way of doing things I suppose, so how we employ our time would speak to our conscience and we know we cannot lie to our heart and the Lord knows and sees all.

I can be summed up in just two verses: Romans 12:1-2 "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. :2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." Presenting your bodies as a sacrifice to be used by God however He pleases. Separating yourself from the affairs of this life. (2 Tim. 2:4) Renew your mind by immersion in the Word, study, prayer, fellowship, communion (Acts 2:42) He will show you His Good, Acceptable and Perfect will.

No, Adam and Eve weren't Jews. Technically, the term Jew refers to someone who is a descendant of Judah, the fourth son of Jacob. Some refer to all twelve tribes as Jews, which is usually understood or assumed if the context is clear. The only similarity to Israel is that scripture does reference making sacrifices (and/or offerings) to God as early as the sons of Adam and Eve. Although, prior to Israel, such offerings were personal or a family related requirement, and didn't require a priest.

Probably to many to count lol. One particular little bug is the demodex mite that most everyone host for life. Which has 8 legs and lives inside the human hair follicle. Related to spiders and ticks. They come out at night while you sleep, mate and eat then crawl back into our hair follicles. It's a wild and crazy world on the humanbody.

It is a fact that man shares common genetic codes with all living organisms. This is further proof of creator God, and that God designed each organism in a unique way to serve its unique purpose in God's creation. Thank you, God. ♥

Thank you for the reminder Ray :) Don't we all lack in times to pray depending how we feel at times? The Holy Spirit is tugging me more lately also in this area ,it's not that I don't pray ,I have a prayer scribble but at times we don't take it as serious on we should,maybe an age and pain issue also,prayer should be our first focus.. In Scothland they're not even allowed to pray in their own house anymore. You're right,we have to pray for our authorities but what is they keep doing their own evil ways? Jeremiah 7:16: "Therefore do not pray for this people, nor lift up a cry or prayer for them, nor make intercession to Me; for I will not hear you,some people can harden themself so much from God that God will not hear them anymore when you pray for them? When comes that point? I know we are told to pray for Jerusalem ,authorities and others who need our prayer. I find myself most of the day talking to God or thinking about Him ,our life should be all centered about God,actually this world does not attract me to much anymore...we're citizen of heaven :)

I quite like this. I've sometimes done the seemingly inappropriate time thing but hadn't considered praying without ceasing. Makes me feel a little better about it looking at it from that angle. Regarding captivity I've found deliberately praying for people I don't like to be a form of that, as well as a form of submission to forgive our enemies. I certainly don't feel it, but similar to you I've found that it does create an important awareness. I view prayer as communication, so throughout the course of the day I find myself thanking God for various things. This also goes toward creating an awareness of how we've been blessed. I grew up in an environment that taught setting aside a chunk of time daily for prayer. I've come to prefer short but frequent bursts as things in my day bring my heart and mind to God. Both are valid approaches IMO, the latter just works better for me.

"Are We Really 98% Chimp?" No. Rather, we share 98.8% of our genome in common with chimpanzees. We share 90% of our genome in common with felines. That doesn't therefore make us "90% cat," does it?

Hi @maddy07 The well-used state of your Bible bodes well, really, because it show just how much of it may be engraved on your heart.............

Oh dear what a shame poor enoob doesnt like this family cos he certainly is NOT last

Hebrew first, then Israelite, then Jew when the Tribes of Judah and Benjamin were governed separately from the other tribes of Israel. The divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah emerged after the death of King Solomon around 930 BCE, marking a significant split in the united monarchy of Israel. Key Points: Division: The kingdom split into: Israel (Northern Kingdom): Comprised of 10 tribes, with its capital in Samaria. Jeroboam became its first king. Judah (Southern Kingdom): Included the tribes of Judah and Benjamin, with Jerusalem as its capital. Rehoboam, Solomon's son, ruled Judah. Reasons for Division: Solomon's heavy taxation and forced labor policies created dissatisfaction among the tribes. Rehoboam's refusal to ease these burdens led to rebellion, fulfilling a prophecy by Ahijah the Shilonite. Distinct Paths: Israel: Known for idolatry and instability, it fell to the Assyrians in 722 BCE, leading to the exile of the 10 tribes. Judah: Maintained the Davidic lineage but also faced periods of idolatry. It was conquered by the Babylonians in 586 BCE, resulting in the Babylonian Captivity. Prophets: Both kingdoms had prophets who warned against idolatry and injustice, such as Elijah and Elisha in Israel, and Isaiah and Jeremiah in Judah. This division profoundly shaped the history and identity of the Israelite people.

Prophecy (Strongs # 4395): speak under inspiration Preaching the Gospel under inspiration of the Holy Spirit is the great gift benefiting others.

So true. I sometimes wonder how many of those tiny six-legged parasites I'm destroying when I rub my eyes after good nights sleep.

Not really. We already know what amino acids each group of three nucleotides codes for. We already know the amino acid sequences for thousands of proteins. So it's not difficult to recognise chimp haemoglobin or earthworm digestive enzymes or whatever.

I pray for Christians about specific issues globally, such as beheadings and incarcerations. For Dictators and such I tend to view them as me shaking the dust off my footwear kind of thing.

Reminders Definitions - Said, Scripture, Sin, Separation, Save, Salvation, Substitute, Sacrifice, Son, Savior The Hebrew word ‘amar’ is translated into English as ‘said,’ and appears over 5300 times in Scripture. Specifically, ‘God said’ appears 587 times and ‘Jesus said’ appears 538 times. This indicates that much of Scripture is made up of quotes, either of God Himself, or by His prophets. The opening verses of Hebrews, and Paul’s words to Timothy, support God’s authorship of the Bible, “God who…spoke in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken unto us by His Son.” Hebrews 1:1-2 and “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God.” 2 Timothy 3:16 Therefore, a person would be wise to pay attention to all of Scripture. The words ’save,’ ‘salvation,’ and ‘Savior,’ are related Greek words. They mean deliverer, preserver, or one who can save. A Savior is one who will keep, protect, and defend from evil, destruction, and death. The prophet Isaiah tells us that God is the only Savior, “Before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me. I, even I, am the LORD [Jehovah] and beside me there is no Savior.” Isaiah 43:10-11 When God took on human flesh, He was still the only Savior. John 1:14; Acts 4:12 The name ‘Jesus’ literally means ‘Jehovah is the Savior.’ And now, we are to await His second coming, “Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ.” Titus 2:13 In the Garden of Eden, the representative head of all mankind was Adam. But because of his disobedience to believe what God said, mankind was condemned to death. Romans 5:18, 6:23 Not willing to leave mankind in a state of spiritual death and separation from Him, God provided a substitute animal sacrifice to temporarily satisfy His required payment of death for Adam’s sin. That animal sacrifice was a shadow of the permanent human sacrifice God provided when He sent Jesus to die in our place. Jesus became the substitute sacrifice and final representative head of all mankind. The Savior. The fulfillment of all Scripture. On the cross, He “became sin for us that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him.” 2 Corinthians 5:21 Final Thoughts: Because of what God Said in Scripture, Adam’s Sin, caused a Separation between mankind and God. To Save mankind, God provided Salvation, through the Substitute of a perfect Sacrifice, His only begotten Son, Jesus, the Savior of the world. John 3:16; 1 Timothy 4:10; 1 John 4:14 All anyone must do to receive this gift of salvation is to believe what God has said. Jesus died to pay for our sin and sins. He was buried, to prove that death. He rose again from the dead, alive forevermore. Ask Him to save you. He will. “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved.” Acts 16:31 “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13 ph

Prayer brings blessed reassurance that the Lord is always present and He hears me, really hears me and my petitions and Thanksgiving. It makes for a contentment of resting in the Spirit/spirit. Praying for others is very healing and an act of love. Love God, love others.

That reminds me of one time I was learning about how to love and stuff, and I prayed to the Lord to teach me how to love my neighbor the same way He loves me. (I shouldn't have prayed for that!) it wasn't two days before I had the most obnoxious fellow in the neighborhood sitting in my house, Hi Neighbor! I knew he was sent by the Lord so I could learn. I just, knew it. So I thought about ow Jesus came to earth out of love for everyone...and they beat Him up and killed Him. And He continued to love them even so, Father forgive them for they know not what they do... I hung in there for a month or two and they gave me an easy out one day. I had a steak on the grill right now for this man and so what does he do? He starts getting something up his butt and starts bad mouthing me, how rude can you get? So I booted him out and he didnt get no steak! Forgive me Lord. Be careful what you pray for because you're likely to get it!

I asked the Lord about this one time and the reason we should forgive others when they wrong us isn't just an exercise in the next to impossible. It is a warning to us because having resentment or bitterness for someone for doing a wrong to you that what happens spiritually is a seed of bitterness gets planted in your heart and if you don't get rid of it with forgiveness then it grows inside your heart into a root of bitterness and then a tree of bitterness. You may as well call it spiritual damage to yourself because that is exactly what it is and does. You ever heard of a bitter old lady? Sounds like a cliché almost. But are real. They got hurt and wronged when they were young prolly and never forgave them. Now they can't even manage a smile. This is one of the ways that we 'diligently guard our heart' as scripture says. and it can be hard to do sometimes. Someone very close to me did a huge wrong to me before, and so of course I had plenty of bitterness about it. But I was also learning to walk with the Lord and so I was aware that it was imperative that I forgive them. But I didnt want to forgive them, it was too big of a wrong. But causing damage to my spirit/soul/heart is no good and would make it almost like they won twice! That's horse manure so I prayed and dumped it in the Lords lap! I said, Lord I make it an act of my will to forgive this person even though I may not feel like it, but I declare this day that I forgive them because I seek to obey my Lord because I trust Him and He knows what is best for me... And nothing happened. So I made the same prayer and declaration again the next day and nothing happened. It felt like praying to empty air. I kept praying for two whole weeks and then one day I realized that I was at peace with the person who wronged me in my heart! I could feel my forgiveness for them and still can. I just kept declaring it to be true and I felt what I believe scripture says is the perfect peace of God. eace came over my spirit and so it felt different. The ill will was gone. I learned over time that it's easy to know if I did right, either I have peace in my spirit or my spirit is troubled. Which is code talk for time to pray! So dont hold on to bitterness against your enemies or else, they win Twice.

Hi @maddy07 Reminds me also of Hebrews 12.2-3: "Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds."

Reminds me also of Anne Steele, who wrote this in the 18th century: Oh, may these hallowed pages be Our joy by day and night, And still new beauties may we see, And still increasing light. Divine Instructor, gracious Lord, O grant our fervent prayer, Teach us to love Thy sacred Word, And view the Savior there. cc @maddy07

That is a very emotional meeting of souls. It wets my eyes every time I see it.

No one among the people I hang out with considers Sunday the Sabbath. We meet on Sunday because the Disciples met on the first day of the week. We just no longer observe the Sabbath day, for we are to lead our entire lives as the Sabbath. Goodness, Jesus doesn't want us one day a week, it's 24/7/365, sold out to him for life.

Wow they are getting so big now they fill the entire bowl now no idea how they would have managed with 3 of them

Print size is an issue increasingly for some ppl as the years go by. I had an edition that I used a lot; now the print is a struggle sometimes.

Truth leads to humility. Humility allows thankfulness to be expressed and grace to be received. Jas 4:6 But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Psalm 119.11: "Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee."

Our knowledge will increase in heaven so that is very possible.

been there done that

@just_abc Human sacrifices were a dark chapter in the history of many cultures, from India to Africa and the Americas. These rituals, often tied to religion or power, faded under the influence of Western Christian colonizers, leaving their mark in the past. In India, sacrifices occurred before Europeans arrived. Devotees of Kali, including the Thuggee sect, killed thousands of travelers in her name. Ancient texts hint at prehistoric rituals, and the practice of sati—widows burning themselves—carried a religious tone. The British banned sati in 1829 and eradicated the Thugs by the 1860s, condemning these customs as barbaric. In North America, the Aztecs sacrificed tens of thousands, cutting out hearts for gods like Huitzilopochtli. The Pawnee killed girls in the "Morning Star" ritual, while the Iroquois executed captives in "mourning wars." The Spanish ended Aztec sacrifices in the 16th century, and by the 19th century, British and American efforts stamped out Pawnee practices through laws and missions. In South America, the Incas offered children in "capacocha," and the Moche slew captives for weather rituals. The Spanish, led by Pizarro in the 1530s, halted these, imposing Catholicism. In Africa, the Dahomey Kingdom executed hundreds yearly in "Annual Customs." The Ashanti sacrificed slaves at royal funerals, and the Zulu under Shaka killed thousands for power. Yoruba and Congolese tribes also held rituals. The British, French, and Belgians banned these in the 19th century, with missionaries branding them diabolical, nearly wiping them out by the early 20th century. Christian colonizers—British, Spanish, French, Belgians—played a pivotal role in ending human sacrifices. Through laws, military force, and missionary work, they replaced these traditions with Christianity, relegating them to history. P.S. There you have it, the true essence of Western colonial oppressors! How do they even sleep at night with such a shameful past? Outrageous, really!

I like it as long as I can be

Very pretty and relaxing.

Jewish leaders wanted God all to themselves.

The Israelis do drop leaflets, send text messages and phone calls to warn Palestinians of a coming attack in an area. What other people does this in time of war? The problem is with Hamas as they use citizens as human shields. Also, Palestinian (Muslim) children are taught from birth to hate and kill Jews. So in the minds of most Palestinians it seems they want to exterminate the Jews as the Hamas charter says. I listened to some videos of interviews with Palestinians and Jews about peace. The Jews all wanted peace and would compromise. The Palestinians interviewed said they wouldn't compromise...they wanted the Jews killed so Palestinians could have all of the land.