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Where Jesus said this: Matthew 18:3 (KJV) [3] And said, Verily I say unto you, except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. I believe the depth of this is the reality of all that God has said to us as to what will be... He's going to completely destroy all of this and build completely new and we as His children, here and now, cannot know any iota of what it will be like through fleshly means of 1st creation sensual means: 1 Corinthians 2:9 (KJV) [9] But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. this is a complete sensual perception of now and then and God is saying we cannot begin to perceive it because of difference... after all how many different ways could God do something? [10] But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God. Here is how it ties us to that of children s/Spiritually: with His Spirit within my new spiritual being, new birth, I am able to abandon the demand of flesh to grasp through sensual means the reality of God and through His Word alone be satisfied on the waiting of fulfilment of promise... so much so I am willing to abandon all that is here and fix my hope completely to the promise.... It is a perfect divide of light and darkness and all that I attach my heart to is not of this world but of the eternity with Him in perfect righteousness ... It is how to obey the reality of now 1 John 2:15 (KJV) [15] Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. [16] For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. [17] And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever.

adding to this understanding is the reality of all this here will be gone and no memory of it remaining with us in the eternal state... Knowledge will cease: 1Cor 13:8 Rev 21:1-5 Isa 65:17 Some contend that the earth will be renovated but according to God's Word 'all things will be made new' ... God is going to make all things new cf. Isa 42:9 Isa 48:6 Isa 66:22 2 Peter 3:13 Isa 62:2 1. new things, Isa 42:9 Isa 48:6 2. new song, Isa 42:10 (cf. Rev 5:9 Rev 14:3) 3. something new, Isa 43:19 (cf. Rev 3:12) 4. new name, Isa 62:2 (cf. Isa 56:5) 5. new heavens and a new earth, Isa 65:17 Isa 66:22 (cf. 2 Peter 3:13) The "new" day (cf. Rev 21:5) was, in reality, the day that God always wanted for humans, but the Fall in Gen 3 caused a terrible disruption! It is surely possible that the Bible's imagery of heaven is a restored Garden of Eden (cf. Rev 21:2 ).

1 Peter 1:7 (KJV) [7] That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: 2 Peter 3:11 (KJV) [11] Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, [12] Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat? [13] Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

We do have to contend with this 2 Corinthians 5:10 (KJV) [10] For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. There is a great deal to contemplate with God in all this....

It is the fact that all that is in the list: gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble; burns up; almost all teach gold, silver, precious stones are representative of lasting works... The lasting works or true riches is the heart that recognizes the value system is not here but what is promised... the mind that can realize that all the gold and 1 piece of straw carry the same value with God. Both will be burnt up and be forgotten... the motivation of doing unto the Lord without attaching the things of this world or having any consideration thereof- is the true riches centered upon the promised things that are everlasting...

1 Corinthians 3:11-16 (KJV) [11] For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ. [12] Now if any man build upon this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble; [13] Every man's work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man's work of what sort it is. [14] If any man's work abide which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward. [15] If any man's work shall be burned, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved; yet so as by fire. [16] Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? everything in the list vs. 12 burns up in God's fire of testing... Peter, Revelation...

I have found this interpretation questionable due to the passage here 1 Peter 1:7 (KJV) [7] That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:

We can identify everything by it's fruit: Matthew 7:16 (KJV) [16] Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? [17] Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. [18] A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. [19] Every tree that bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. [20] Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them. Certainly, without a doubt, if one loves another they want the very best for them... the 54 year old could not possibly think the nine year old is getting that! No matter what spin is placed upon it...

agree to disagree...

Understanding the Partial Rapture Theory (rewritten by AI) Some believers hold the view that only faithful Christians will be taken in the rapture, while unfaithful Christians will remain on Earth to endure the tribulation. However, this concept lacks biblical support. Let’s explore this further: Universal Rapture: The passages describing the rapture (1 Corinthians 15:50-57; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) appear to apply universally to all Christians, regardless of their maturity or faithfulness. Verses like Romans 8:1 and 1 Thessalonians 5:9 affirm that God does not pour out His wrath on Christians. Therefore, there is no biblical evidence for a partial rapture. Every believer will be taken to heaven in the rapture. Parable of the Ten Virgins: Some proponents of the partial rapture theory point to Jesus’ parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1-13. However, this parable does not support partial rapture. The five virgins without oil in their lamps represent unbelievers, not believers left behind. The essential element in the parable is the oil, symbolizing the Holy Spirit. Those with the Holy Spirit in their hearts will be taken in the rapture because they are truly Christians. Those who profess faith but lack the Spirit will be left behind. Be Ready: The lesson from this parable is to be ready because Christ’s return will be sudden and unexpected. Only those with the oil (the Holy Spirit) in their hearts will be taken. The rest, regardless of their professions, will be left behind. Jesus knows His own, and when He calls us, we will respond. To others, He will say, “I never knew you” (Matthew 25:12). Today is the day of salvation; delay no longer. In summary, the partial rapture theory lacks biblical foundation, and the consistent teaching is that all true believers will be taken in the rapture. It’s essential to be spiritually prepared for Christ’s return, as it will happen suddenly and without warning

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The uniqueness of the New Covenant of Jesus Blood: Having no idea of what it will be like or even idea to start ... I, as a little child, am His and I now desire the things of Him more than all else I began in... there is no law in this place of s/Spirit it is just serving Him while moving through the worthless...

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The rest is found in s/Spirit ... which if you have opened your heart to Jesus then He, The Holy Spirit and your new s/Spirit life exist.... it is in the knowing of what will be and this all gone that is so delightful ... If we look in flesh for better here -'not going to happen' but if we look in s/Spirit then it has happened already...