Daniel3&4 the fiery furnace and the fall of nebuchadnezzarGod Is Love
Nebuchadnezzar erected a golden image and commanded that all must bow down and worship it. However, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused. When brought before the king, they maintained that their God was able to deliver them but that even if He did not, they still would not worship the idol. Furious, Nebuchadnezzar ordered the furnace heated seven times hotter and had the three men thrown into it with their clothes still on.
1) King Nebuchadnezzar built a giant golden statue and commanded everyone to worship it when music played.
2) Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to worship the statue and were thrown into a fiery furnace as punishment.
3) God protected the three men from the fire, and a fourth figure was seen walking with them. Nebuchadnezzar acknowledged the power of their God.
What temptations do you think Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego faced when they were brought before the king (13–15)? What impresses you most about their response to these temptations (16–18)? How could you follow their example if you were found to have terminal cancer? How could their example help if you faced the possibility of losing your job or receiving a poor grade because of your refusal to compromise God's Word?
Some Christians claim that pain or sickness or trial are always the result of sin or lack of faith. How would you respond to that claim in light of this passage? As you look at Nebuchadnezzar's response (13–15, 19–23), what evidence do you see that his basic conflict was with God rather than with these three men?
YHVHSVA spoke of our time
NOW is the JUDGEMENT of THIS WORLD (nigh upon us)NOW the RULER ( HaSatan) of this WORLD shall be CAST OUT (down into the Abyss)
Speaking of Y’shra ‘uwl
And the sons of Y’shra ‘uwl journeyed from Ra'meses unto Suk'kot, about six hundred thousand warriors on foot, aside from the babies, and also an abundant mixture (ey'rev) had gone up with them, and flocks and cattle, the livestock was very heavy,(abundance)
1. John has a vision of God on his throne and the Lamb opening seven seals on a scroll, representing the unfolding of future events.
2. Angels sound seven trumpets bringing calamities and decadence, with a pause to assure Christians of their safety.
3. Symbols represent the gospel message, Rome's persecution of Christians for 3.5 years, and prophecies foretelling Rome's destruction and the church's survival.
We live in a world where fake news is the norm, the truth is distorted to feed the ego of man , and like Beasts to the slaughter, we follow man-made-rules being of lies, deception, corruption, greed rules the world.
Under whose authority do we establish the towrahElder Keironjohn
YHVHSVA did not come to preach about himself; he was the messenger of the COVENANT of LOVE ( which is YHVVH Law) of our Father, to all humankind, to bring us back from sin. To a place we are cleansed
( The Towrah (immersion) is that template ( Belief) that brings us to the point of Repentance, where we can physically show the act of being immersed in water,
How would we know sin less we are taught?
It is YHVVH that brings us back to the truth
You and I are chosen ( in this age) to understand the way of righeousness
This document contains warnings against false teachings that deceive people and lead them away from God. It encourages believers to stand firm in their faith and not be swayed by philosophies or traditions that contradict Christian truth. It also describes a powerful political/religious entity that persecutes believers and promotes worship of itself instead of God. This entity will be destroyed by God for its actions. The document promotes maintaining pure faith and devotion to God alone.
Daniel3&4 the fiery furnace and the fall of nebuchadnezzarGod Is Love
Nebuchadnezzar erected a golden image and commanded that all must bow down and worship it. However, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused. When brought before the king, they maintained that their God was able to deliver them but that even if He did not, they still would not worship the idol. Furious, Nebuchadnezzar ordered the furnace heated seven times hotter and had the three men thrown into it with their clothes still on.
1) King Nebuchadnezzar built a giant golden statue and commanded everyone to worship it when music played.
2) Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to worship the statue and were thrown into a fiery furnace as punishment.
3) God protected the three men from the fire, and a fourth figure was seen walking with them. Nebuchadnezzar acknowledged the power of their God.
What temptations do you think Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego faced when they were brought before the king (13–15)? What impresses you most about their response to these temptations (16–18)? How could you follow their example if you were found to have terminal cancer? How could their example help if you faced the possibility of losing your job or receiving a poor grade because of your refusal to compromise God's Word?
Some Christians claim that pain or sickness or trial are always the result of sin or lack of faith. How would you respond to that claim in light of this passage? As you look at Nebuchadnezzar's response (13–15, 19–23), what evidence do you see that his basic conflict was with God rather than with these three men?
YHVHSVA spoke of our time
NOW is the JUDGEMENT of THIS WORLD (nigh upon us)NOW the RULER ( HaSatan) of this WORLD shall be CAST OUT (down into the Abyss)
Speaking of Y’shra ‘uwl
And the sons of Y’shra ‘uwl journeyed from Ra'meses unto Suk'kot, about six hundred thousand warriors on foot, aside from the babies, and also an abundant mixture (ey'rev) had gone up with them, and flocks and cattle, the livestock was very heavy,(abundance)
1. John has a vision of God on his throne and the Lamb opening seven seals on a scroll, representing the unfolding of future events.
2. Angels sound seven trumpets bringing calamities and decadence, with a pause to assure Christians of their safety.
3. Symbols represent the gospel message, Rome's persecution of Christians for 3.5 years, and prophecies foretelling Rome's destruction and the church's survival.
We live in a world where fake news is the norm, the truth is distorted to feed the ego of man , and like Beasts to the slaughter, we follow man-made-rules being of lies, deception, corruption, greed rules the world.
Under whose authority do we establish the towrahElder Keironjohn
YHVHSVA did not come to preach about himself; he was the messenger of the COVENANT of LOVE ( which is YHVVH Law) of our Father, to all humankind, to bring us back from sin. To a place we are cleansed
( The Towrah (immersion) is that template ( Belief) that brings us to the point of Repentance, where we can physically show the act of being immersed in water,
How would we know sin less we are taught?
It is YHVVH that brings us back to the truth
You and I are chosen ( in this age) to understand the way of righeousness
This document contains warnings against false teachings that deceive people and lead them away from God. It encourages believers to stand firm in their faith and not be swayed by philosophies or traditions that contradict Christian truth. It also describes a powerful political/religious entity that persecutes believers and promotes worship of itself instead of God. This entity will be destroyed by God for its actions. The document promotes maintaining pure faith and devotion to God alone.
The Identity of a True Prophet
I. Prophecies During Times of Apostasy
A. False Accusation
B. Accurate Forecast
C. Aggressive Cancer
II. Is Outnumbered by False Prophets
III. Is Known for Being a Man of God
IV. Is Hated for His Style of Preaching
V. Will Face the Temptation to Compromise
VI. Is Faithful with God’s Words
VII. Will Expose Pretenders
Watchmen today are reading the signs of the times and know full well we are about to enter the time written of has.
“THE GREAT TRIBULATION”
Has keepers of the walls of Y’shra’uwl we are charged with blowing the shofar, to announce the coming calamities.
This document discusses the names and nature of God from a Judeo-Christian perspective. It references many passages from the Old and New Testaments to illustrate that God's true name is YHWH or Yahweh, and that his son Jesus Christ is the prophesied Messiah who brings salvation. Key points made include that YHWH revealed himself to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; Jesus is the son of God who was prophesied in the Old Testament; and that righteousness comes through faith in God and obedience to his commands, not by works alone.
The document discusses different aspects of Islam, including its main branches of Sunnis and Shi'ites, other sects like Sufis, the Five Pillars of Islam, core beliefs, and followers around the world. It also references passages from the Bible to argue that Islam could fulfill prophecies about the "beast" or "locust" and compares Islamic rule to prophecies about the kingdom that controls Jerusalem.
The document provides information about the Pharisees and Saducees from the Bible. It discusses how the Pharisees opposed Jesus Christ and focused on enforcing man-made laws over God's laws. The Saducees did not believe in an afterlife or resurrection from the dead. The document aims to warn about modern groups that similarly focus on man-made laws and legalism over God's word.
He will lift up the people and prove that his word and law are validElder Keironjohn
and Almighty said, we will make a human in our image, like our likeness, and he will rule in the fish of the sea and in the flyers of the skies, and in the beast, and in all the land, and in all the treaders treading upon the land, and Almighty shaped the human in his image, in the image of Almighty he shaped him, male and female he shaped them,
1) The document discusses the story of Musa (Moses), who was sent by God as a prophet with signs and proofs to Pharaoh, Haman, and Qarun but they refused to believe and called him a liar.
2) It tells of Qarun who was wealthy but arrogant and was swallowed by the earth as punishment for not believing, despite being warned by Musa.
3) It stresses that wealth and children in this world are temporary and that true success is in obeying God and being rewarded in the afterlife.
The Reubenites, Gadites and half the tribe of Manasseh built an altar by the Jordan River after being given land east of the river. This alarmed the other Israelite tribes who gathered to go to war against them, thinking they had turned away from God. A delegation investigated and the tribes explained the altar was merely a witness to future generations that they too worshipped God, not for sacrifices which were only permitted at the tabernacle altar. The explanation satisfied the others and the altar was named "Witness."
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
This summarizes the key information from the lengthy document:
1. The document contains excerpts from the Quran, specifically from Surah 1 (The Opening) and Surah 2 (The Cow).
2. The passages discuss various topics such as worshipping Allah, belief and faith, guidance from Allah, the story of Adam and Eve, Moses and the Israelites.
3. References are made to past prophets and their messages as well as lessons and guidance for believers. Punishments for disbelievers are also mentioned.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
What does “Islam” mean?
The word الإسلام [Islam] is an infinitive word derived from س ل م [silm] root in if‘al pattern and used as noun and infinitive. The word silm means “release/keeping away; and to be distant from fear, doubt, trouble, lack of peace, unhappiness, fight, war, pain, suffering, material and spiritual inconveniences, weakness and decaying, and all the negativities.” This word is also the root of salim, selam, teslim, Islam etc. The word’s “Islam” form means “strengthening” [removal from problems, worries, fear, unhappiness, fights, wars, and similar negative things]. Hence, the religion Islam means the “the religion that strengthens humans [entire range of principles that protects and secures people by putting a distance between them and problems, worries, war, weakness, spiritual illness, unhappiness, and similar things].”
Esther 2.21 23; 6.1-14 CBT week 37 King of the darkest night second baptist f...Lazarou Richard
The document provides information about an upcoming Bible study on the book of Esther. It discusses an organization called Friends of the Ridge that helps a local school meet unexpected needs. It then lists upcoming events including a small group fellowship and encourages filling the stands at a local high school football game. The remainder of the document contains Bible verses and commentary about the book of Esther, focusing on how God protects his people even when they are living in disobedience or captivity.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
What does “Islam” mean?
The word الإسلام [Islam] is an infinitive word derived from س ل م [silm] root in if‘al pattern and used as noun and infinitive. The word silm means “release/keeping away; and to be distant from fear, doubt, trouble, lack of peace, unhappiness, fight, war, pain, suffering, material and spiritual inconveniences, weakness and decaying, and all the negativities.” This word is also the root of salim, selam, teslim, Islam etc. The word’s “Islam” form means “strengthening” [removal from problems, worries, fear, unhappiness, fights, wars, and similar negative things]. Hence, the religion Islam means the “the religion that strengthens humans [entire range of principles that protects and secures people by putting a distance between them and problems, worries, war, weakness, spiritual illness, unhappiness, and similar things].”
The Law of the Passover
Understanding the law of the Passover, without the weekly study of the turah, is like walking in a wilderness, without water, our Yehuda brothers, are accused of (Lu 11:52), because it takes away true immersion in the living waters of YHWH, (matt 23:13)
Sin is described in the Scriptures as transgression of the law of YHVVH.
1 Yn 3:4
"Everyone who sins breaks the law; in fact, sin is lawlessness."
A transgression need not be purely wilful.
Missing the mark is a good definition.
Sin is the falling away from YHVVH.
What does “Islam” mean?
The word الإسلام [Islam] is an infinitive word derived from س ل م [silm] root in if‘al pattern and used as noun and infinitive. The word silm means “release/keeping away; and to be distant from fear, doubt, trouble, lack of peace, unhappiness, fight, war, pain, suffering, material and spiritual inconveniences, weakness and decaying, and all the negativities.” This word is also the root of salim, selam, teslim, Islam etc. The word’s “Islam” form means “strengthening” [removal from problems, worries, fear, unhappiness, fights, wars, and similar negative things]. Hence, the religion Islam means the “the religion that strengthens humans [entire range of principles that protects and secures people by putting a distance between them and problems, worries, war, weakness, spiritual illness, unhappiness, and similar things].”
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
The speaker at a seminar held up a $20 bill and asked who wanted it. After several people raised their hands, he crumpled up the bill and asked again who still wanted it. Even after dropping and grinding the crumpled bill into the floor, people still raised their hands because the bill maintained its $20 value no matter its condition. Similarly in life, people may feel worthless when facing difficulties, but like the money, a person never loses their intrinsic value regardless of what happens to them.
El documento ofrece consejos sobre superación personal, incluyendo valorarse a uno mismo, nunca rendirse, cumplir objetivos, enfocarse en lo que se quiere y tener, esforzarse al máximo, poder lograr cualquier meta, divertirse, vivir cada momento como si fuera el último y no permitir que se burlen.
The Identity of a True Prophet
I. Prophecies During Times of Apostasy
A. False Accusation
B. Accurate Forecast
C. Aggressive Cancer
II. Is Outnumbered by False Prophets
III. Is Known for Being a Man of God
IV. Is Hated for His Style of Preaching
V. Will Face the Temptation to Compromise
VI. Is Faithful with God’s Words
VII. Will Expose Pretenders
Watchmen today are reading the signs of the times and know full well we are about to enter the time written of has.
“THE GREAT TRIBULATION”
Has keepers of the walls of Y’shra’uwl we are charged with blowing the shofar, to announce the coming calamities.
This document discusses the names and nature of God from a Judeo-Christian perspective. It references many passages from the Old and New Testaments to illustrate that God's true name is YHWH or Yahweh, and that his son Jesus Christ is the prophesied Messiah who brings salvation. Key points made include that YHWH revealed himself to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; Jesus is the son of God who was prophesied in the Old Testament; and that righteousness comes through faith in God and obedience to his commands, not by works alone.
The document discusses different aspects of Islam, including its main branches of Sunnis and Shi'ites, other sects like Sufis, the Five Pillars of Islam, core beliefs, and followers around the world. It also references passages from the Bible to argue that Islam could fulfill prophecies about the "beast" or "locust" and compares Islamic rule to prophecies about the kingdom that controls Jerusalem.
The document provides information about the Pharisees and Saducees from the Bible. It discusses how the Pharisees opposed Jesus Christ and focused on enforcing man-made laws over God's laws. The Saducees did not believe in an afterlife or resurrection from the dead. The document aims to warn about modern groups that similarly focus on man-made laws and legalism over God's word.
He will lift up the people and prove that his word and law are validElder Keironjohn
and Almighty said, we will make a human in our image, like our likeness, and he will rule in the fish of the sea and in the flyers of the skies, and in the beast, and in all the land, and in all the treaders treading upon the land, and Almighty shaped the human in his image, in the image of Almighty he shaped him, male and female he shaped them,
1) The document discusses the story of Musa (Moses), who was sent by God as a prophet with signs and proofs to Pharaoh, Haman, and Qarun but they refused to believe and called him a liar.
2) It tells of Qarun who was wealthy but arrogant and was swallowed by the earth as punishment for not believing, despite being warned by Musa.
3) It stresses that wealth and children in this world are temporary and that true success is in obeying God and being rewarded in the afterlife.
The Reubenites, Gadites and half the tribe of Manasseh built an altar by the Jordan River after being given land east of the river. This alarmed the other Israelite tribes who gathered to go to war against them, thinking they had turned away from God. A delegation investigated and the tribes explained the altar was merely a witness to future generations that they too worshipped God, not for sacrifices which were only permitted at the tabernacle altar. The explanation satisfied the others and the altar was named "Witness."
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
This summarizes the key information from the lengthy document:
1. The document contains excerpts from the Quran, specifically from Surah 1 (The Opening) and Surah 2 (The Cow).
2. The passages discuss various topics such as worshipping Allah, belief and faith, guidance from Allah, the story of Adam and Eve, Moses and the Israelites.
3. References are made to past prophets and their messages as well as lessons and guidance for believers. Punishments for disbelievers are also mentioned.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
What does “Islam” mean?
The word الإسلام [Islam] is an infinitive word derived from س ل م [silm] root in if‘al pattern and used as noun and infinitive. The word silm means “release/keeping away; and to be distant from fear, doubt, trouble, lack of peace, unhappiness, fight, war, pain, suffering, material and spiritual inconveniences, weakness and decaying, and all the negativities.” This word is also the root of salim, selam, teslim, Islam etc. The word’s “Islam” form means “strengthening” [removal from problems, worries, fear, unhappiness, fights, wars, and similar negative things]. Hence, the religion Islam means the “the religion that strengthens humans [entire range of principles that protects and secures people by putting a distance between them and problems, worries, war, weakness, spiritual illness, unhappiness, and similar things].”
Esther 2.21 23; 6.1-14 CBT week 37 King of the darkest night second baptist f...Lazarou Richard
The document provides information about an upcoming Bible study on the book of Esther. It discusses an organization called Friends of the Ridge that helps a local school meet unexpected needs. It then lists upcoming events including a small group fellowship and encourages filling the stands at a local high school football game. The remainder of the document contains Bible verses and commentary about the book of Esther, focusing on how God protects his people even when they are living in disobedience or captivity.
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
What does “Islam” mean?
The word الإسلام [Islam] is an infinitive word derived from س ل م [silm] root in if‘al pattern and used as noun and infinitive. The word silm means “release/keeping away; and to be distant from fear, doubt, trouble, lack of peace, unhappiness, fight, war, pain, suffering, material and spiritual inconveniences, weakness and decaying, and all the negativities.” This word is also the root of salim, selam, teslim, Islam etc. The word’s “Islam” form means “strengthening” [removal from problems, worries, fear, unhappiness, fights, wars, and similar negative things]. Hence, the religion Islam means the “the religion that strengthens humans [entire range of principles that protects and secures people by putting a distance between them and problems, worries, war, weakness, spiritual illness, unhappiness, and similar things].”
The Law of the Passover
Understanding the law of the Passover, without the weekly study of the turah, is like walking in a wilderness, without water, our Yehuda brothers, are accused of (Lu 11:52), because it takes away true immersion in the living waters of YHWH, (matt 23:13)
Sin is described in the Scriptures as transgression of the law of YHVVH.
1 Yn 3:4
"Everyone who sins breaks the law; in fact, sin is lawlessness."
A transgression need not be purely wilful.
Missing the mark is a good definition.
Sin is the falling away from YHVVH.
What does “Islam” mean?
The word الإسلام [Islam] is an infinitive word derived from س ل م [silm] root in if‘al pattern and used as noun and infinitive. The word silm means “release/keeping away; and to be distant from fear, doubt, trouble, lack of peace, unhappiness, fight, war, pain, suffering, material and spiritual inconveniences, weakness and decaying, and all the negativities.” This word is also the root of salim, selam, teslim, Islam etc. The word’s “Islam” form means “strengthening” [removal from problems, worries, fear, unhappiness, fights, wars, and similar negative things]. Hence, the religion Islam means the “the religion that strengthens humans [entire range of principles that protects and secures people by putting a distance between them and problems, worries, war, weakness, spiritual illness, unhappiness, and similar things].”
The Meaning of the Qur'an is a fresh English rendering of Tafhim-ul-Qur’an, Maulana Syed Abu Ala Moududi’s monumental and masterly Urdu translation of the Qur’an and a selection of his commentary. The translator has undertaken the delicate and difficult task of rendering this work in English under the guidance of the Maulana himself. Here is a work with a difference, by a dedicated scholar of an entirely different sort. An immense wealth of profound understanding of the Qur’an is here, a vast treasure of knowledge and deep insight, and a valuable exposition of some social, political, economic and legal teachings of the Qur’an.
This comprehensive Tafsir answers contemporary questions, and makes the Qur’an fully relevant to the concerns of day, yet it loses nothing of its timelessness nor sacrifices any of the traditional understanding. It demonstrates the unity and coherence of the Qur’an by centring everything on its message, like gems hung on a single string.
This Tafsir is particularly suitable for Muslims with no direct access to the Arabic original.
The speaker at a seminar held up a $20 bill and asked who wanted it. After several people raised their hands, he crumpled up the bill and asked again who still wanted it. Even after dropping and grinding the crumpled bill into the floor, people still raised their hands because the bill maintained its $20 value no matter its condition. Similarly in life, people may feel worthless when facing difficulties, but like the money, a person never loses their intrinsic value regardless of what happens to them.
El documento ofrece consejos sobre superación personal, incluyendo valorarse a uno mismo, nunca rendirse, cumplir objetivos, enfocarse en lo que se quiere y tener, esforzarse al máximo, poder lograr cualquier meta, divertirse, vivir cada momento como si fuera el último y no permitir que se burlen.
This document summarizes a presentation about trusting God's plan for one's career. It discusses how God is in control of our lives and wants the best for us, even during difficult times of transition or unemployment. It encourages finding clarity about one's spiritual gifts and passions in order to discern next steps. The presentation provides exercises to help with career clarity and an action plan for taking steps forward while remaining patient and keeping faith in God's timing.
This document provides an overview and analysis of key elements in Genesis 14. It discusses Abram's rescue of Lot from captivity, Abram's return from battle victorious, the concepts of humility (magpaubos), praise (mapasalamaton), and discernment (pag-ila sa) based on insights from the passage and other biblical sources. Key points, events, and definitions are presented in both English and Cebuano.
1) Jesus asks his disciples who people say he is and who they say he is. Peter answers that he is "the Christ of God."
2) Jesus then tells his disciples that he must suffer, be rejected, killed, and rise again on the third day.
3) Jesus calls his followers to deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him, warning that those who try to save their lives will lose them.
One night, the narrator dreamed of walking on the beach with the Lord and seeing scenes from their life flash in the sky, sometimes with two sets of footprints and other times with just one. The narrator asked the Lord why there was only one set of footprints during the most difficult periods of their life, and the Lord replied that those were the times when he carried the narrator.
The document provides a detailed summary of the plot of the Malay novel "No Harvest But a Thorn" by Shahnon Ahmad. It describes the setting in a poor post-colonial Malaysian village in the 1960s and introduces the main characters of Lahuma, a hardworking farmer and head of a family of seven children and his wife Jeha. It then summarizes each chapter, outlining the misfortunes that befall the family including Jeha's mental breakdown after Lahuma's death from a thorn wound and the children's struggle to save the rice harvest alone.
A young man wanted an expensive sports car as a graduation gift from his wealthy father. On graduation day, his father instead gave him a leather-bound Bible, which angered the son. Many years later, after the father had passed away, the son found a car key taped inside the Bible from the day of his graduation with the words "paid in full" written on the tag, realizing his father had already bought him the car he wanted. The story suggests people sometimes miss God's blessings when they are not presented in the packaging expected.
Align our Actions With God's Plan - Grace Chapel Church of ChristExpressive Images
This document provides an update on a church's plans to align with God's plan and fulfill its mission. It includes:
1) A budget for 2014 that projects contributions of $752.6k and total expenses of $744.2k, with a net result of $8.4k. Actual contributions for the first 4 months exceeded the budget by $5.6k while expenses were under budget by $23.3k.
2) Details on ministries, volunteers, and community impact that are bearing fruit in line with God's plan.
3) Announcement that the church has selected its next preacher and will work with an interim minister for the next 6 months or more as it
Bible Lessons For Youth - Champions Never QuitKen Sapp
The document discusses themes of perseverance, never giving up, and becoming champions. It provides quotes and passages about champions never quitting and overcoming handicaps through effort. The document encourages readers to see themselves as champions for God and to not be held back by fears or mistakes. It promotes choosing to serve God each day no matter what.
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The document quotes Jeremiah 29:11 four times, which states that God knows the plans He has for humanity, which are plans for prosperity, hope, and a future, not for harm. The plans from God are for welfare, peace and an expected end, not evil. The document ends with announcements and a message to bless the audience.
The document summarizes a Bible passage where Jesus tells a parable about a rich man who had a very successful harvest. The man decides to tear down his barns and build bigger ones to store his excess crops and goods, believing he has enough wealth to retire. That night, God tells the man that his life will be taken from him, and asks who will receive his stored wealth, calling the man a fool. The moral is that one should not store up riches only for themselves but should also be rich toward God.
0514 jeremiah 2911 for i know the plans power power point church sermonPowerPoint_Sermons
The document contains four versions of Jeremiah 29:11 from the Bible, which states that God knows the plans He has for humanity, plans to prosper them and not harm them, and give them hope and a future. It also includes announcements and a goodbye slide. The document summarizes and compares different translations of Jeremiah 29:11 side by side.
1. Prophecy reveals future events and God's divine plan through revelation to humanity. The Bible contains hundreds of detailed prophecies spanning thousands of years that have proven true through fulfillment.
2. Prophecy in the Bible serves several purposes: it provides knowledge of God's divine plan; reveals the progress of that plan through history; and enables believers to recognize signs of Christ's return and the end times through fulfilled prophecies.
3. True prophecy comes only from God, as revealed through prophets, with the function of both declaring God's message and foretelling future events. Major and minor prophets in the Old Testament predicted details about empires, nations, and the coming of Jesus Christ.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Believing is not easy. Jesus reminds us in this passage that He is from God, His teaching is from God, and that He is going to God. In this passage we find three types of responses to Him. One is from the authorities who oppose Him and want to kill Him. Some of the people see Him as a false teacher and others see him as good. Important lessons about the basis for our belief are found in this text.
The document discusses God's plans for humanity as referenced in Jeremiah 29:11. It notes that Jeremiah was a prophet sent by God to deliver a message to Judah about an upcoming judgment, but that God would not forget them. The passage from Jeremiah is cited as saying God knows the plans He has for people, which are for their prosperity, hope, and future. Actors are quoted saying God's plans are better than their own dreams or plans. The document encourages that God has a purpose and plan for each person's life.
This document contains multiple short passages on various topics such as perseverance, gratitude, and building a strong foundation in life. The main passages tell the story of a donkey that doesn't give up and shakes off the dirt being shoveled on it to climb out of a well. Another story is about a carpenter who realizes he should have taken more care building his own house. Overall the document provides advice about not giving up, appreciating what you have, and building your life well through diligent effort each day.
1) King Nebuchadnezzar sets up a golden statue and demands all his subjects bow down and worship it, threatening death for disobedience.
2) Three Jews, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, refuse to worship the statue, angering the king.
3) The king has them thrown into a fiery furnace as punishment, but they survive unharmed with the king seeing a fourth figure in the furnace with them.
1) The document discusses stories from the Bible where people faced trials of their faith, including Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who refused to worship a golden idol and were thrown into a fiery furnace.
2) Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego survived the furnace without harm, and King Nebuchadnezzar saw a fourth figure in the flames that resembled a god.
3) The king then decreed that anyone who spoke against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego would be put to death, recognizing their God as supreme.
The document describes Ezekiel's vision of dry bones coming to life. Ezekiel is brought by the Spirit to a valley full of dry bones. God commands Ezekiel to prophesy to the bones, saying He will put breath in them and make them live again. As Ezekiel prophesies, the bones come together with sinews and flesh and breath, becoming a vast army. God explains that the bones represent Israel believing their hope is lost, but He will save them.
The document discusses several biblical passages that illustrate the high cost of ignoring God. It describes how the Israelites faced obstacles in conquering the Promised Land due to their disobedience but were able to take the land when obedient. It also discusses how Solomon, Manasseh and others led Israel away from God through their actions and how prophets foretold judgment for lack of knowledge and obedience.
1) Isaiah has a vision of God sitting on a throne in the temple after the death of King Uzziah.
2) In the vision, seraphim with six wings surround God's throne calling out "Holy, holy, holy" and the temple is filled with smoke.
3) Isaiah acknowledges his unworthiness in God's presence due to his sinfulness. A seraphim touches Isaiah's lips with a burning coal from the altar, telling him his sins are forgiven.
This document provides an overview and summary of the Gospel of Matthew. Some key points:
- Matthew was written by Matthew the tax collector around 37 AD for a Jewish audience. It focuses on establishing Jesus's credentials as the Jewish Messiah through his genealogy and fulfillment of Jewish prophecies.
- The book outlines Jesus's life from his birth, ministry, death, and resurrection. It emphasizes Jesus's role as the king of the Jews and the kingdom of heaven.
- Matthew's gospel was written primarily for Jewish readers to demonstrate that Jesus is the fulfillment of Jewish law and prophecy. It contains no references to the church or Christianity and draws heavily from Jewish scriptures like the Mosaic covenant
The question today is, "At what point, as a Christian, do I draw the line?" In other words, how do you know what hills to die on where you refuse to go along with what the rest of the culture is doing? We're going to find the answer by looking at the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3.
Ezra was a priest and scribe who lived after the exile during the reign of King Artaxerxes of Persia. The king issued a decree granting Ezra many favors and permissions to lead a group of Jewish exiles back to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple. Ezra prepared himself by studying the Law of Moses and teaching it to the people. He gathered all the silver and gold from the exiles to be delivered to Jerusalem for offerings. Ezra also separated out the articles and weighed them to be protected on the journey. Upon arriving, they offered sacrifices, delivered the king's orders, and supported the people and house of God.
This document contains a sermon given at Gospel Baptist Tabernacle. It discusses King Benhadad of Syria attacking Israel but being defeated due to God's power. Against the advice of his servants, Ahab spares Benhadad's life and makes a covenant with him. The sermon warns that Ahab and Israel will pay a heavy price for sparing God's enemy, as God had appointed Benhadad to destruction.
The document discusses biblical passages that prophesy and describe the first coming of Christ. It notes that the Old Testament predicted a messiah would come from Judah and reign over Israel and the nations. John the Baptist and others prepared for Christ's coming by proclaiming that the Kingdom of God was at hand. The document outlines how Christ fulfilled prophecies by healing the sick, claiming to be the Son of God and King, and being recognized by Simeon and Anna in the temple as the long-awaited salvation for Israel.
The document describes opposition to the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem from local officials who question the Jews' authority to do so. It recounts the history of the Temple's destruction by Nebuchadnezzar and its rebuilding under Cyrus' decree. The local officials write to King Darius asking him to search records to confirm Cyrus' decree allowing reconstruction of the Temple.
The document discusses biblical references related to the Antichrist, including prophecies from books such as Daniel and Revelation. It describes the Antichrist as a king who will blaspheme God, speak great things, wage war against believers, and demand worldwide worship through force. The document warns against taking the mark of the Antichrist or worshiping any idol or image. It emphasizes having wisdom to understand the prophecies about the Antichrist and the beast from the sea.
1. Nebuchadnezzar sets up a golden statue and commands everyone to worship it, but Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse due to their devotion to God.
2. When brought before Nebuchadnezzar, they affirm they will not worship the statue even if it means death in a fiery furnace.
3. They are thrown into the furnace but survive unharmed, demonstrating God's power and protection of their convictions, and Nebuchadnezzar praises their God.
This document provides a summary of chapters 2-3 of the book of Daniel. It discusses how Daniel and his friends refused to worship the golden statue made by King Nebuchadnezzar and were thrown into a fiery furnace as a result. God protected them from harm in the fire, and Nebuchadnezzar acknowledged the power of Daniel's God. The document also explores themes of risking everything for God, not compromising with evil, and having faith even when God's plans are unclear.
The document discusses several passages from the Bible that reference the Kingdom of Heaven or Kingdom of God. It describes how John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus and the Kingdom. Several passages indicate that the Kingdom suffers violence and that people will forcibly take it. Other passages discuss how the Kingdom will be established by God and will never be destroyed, replacing human kingdoms. It is described as being within people. The document suggests the Kingdom will be taken from the Jews and given to others who accept it.
The Greek version of Esther, found in the Septuagint, contains six additions not found in the Hebrew version of Esther that is in most Bibles. These additions to Esther consist of a prologue, prayers by Mordecai and Esther, the texts of the decrees from King Ahasuerus, amplifications to, and elaborations of, the narrative, and a postscript.
The document discusses Jesus' victory over those who reject his rule and authority. It references several passages from the Bible that speak of Jesus breaking the nations with a rod of iron and dashing them to pieces like pottery as the Father's appointed king. The document also warns kings and rulers to submit to Jesus and his authority, or face God's wrath and judgment. Overall, it asserts Jesus' certain victory over those who oppose his role as ruler and savior.
The document discusses how God is always with his people and protects them, summarized in 5 points:
I. Israel is a picture of Jesus being with his people.
II. God guides his people and is with them on their journey.
III. God partners with his people and is present during their trials and afflictions.
IV. Jesus came to proclaim salvation for both Jews and Gentiles.
V. God protects his people from their enemies through his divine power and arrows.
Israel at 60 - 2) The Jews - God's true witnessesbibletruth
www.christadelphians.co.uk - The second of a four part series exploring Israel and its significant position in the world. Having looked at how the land of Israel came to be of importance in the first presentation, we move on to consider the people of Israel, how the nation was born, and how events throughout their history have provided amazing evidence as to the existence of God and of his purpose.
The Powerpoint slides can be downloaded from our website.
The document discusses the Methodist Church and the early Christian church. It defines the ecclesia as the whole body of the redeemed who are associated together, and can refer to both a particular local church like the church of God at Corinth as well as the universal or worldwide church. It notes that members of the early church were commanded to organize with constitutions, laws, officers, ordinances and discipline, and that members joined together with their children and all who profess true religion.
1) Stewardship refers to the careful and responsible management of something that has been entrusted to one's care, such as property or an organization.
2) The document discusses different areas of stewardship including the church, family, our bodies, our neighbors, and property in general.
3) Effective stewardship involves using the talents and resources God has given us to serve and care for others.
1) A grateful heart has many benefits including focusing on God rather than oneself, recognizing God as provider, and leaving no room for complaining.
2) Practicing gratitude can improve family health and happiness by strengthening relationships and increasing empathy.
3) The Bible encourages gratitude to God for his enduring mercy shown throughout history and in daily blessings.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses the importance of Christian fellowship and assembling together as believers. It provides two key Bible verses that speak to this: 1 John 1:7, which talks about having fellowship with one another through walking in the light, and Hebrews 10:25, which instructs believers not to forsake assembling together and to exhort one another. It emphasizes that assembling together is God's appointed means of bringing His children into unity and helping, strengthening, and encouraging one another, especially as the day of God's return approaches.
God created the first family and wants the home to be a symbol of heaven. When a husband and wife bear marriage responsibilities together with Jesus Christ as their guide, they can find happiness in their union that is approved by God. The blessing of God is present in homes where couples are united under Christ's control and spirit. Society depends on strong families, and the well-being of communities, churches and nations stem from influences in the home. Home should cultivate love, sympathy and courtesy to create a little heaven on earth.
The document discusses what it means to be a mature Christian and move from being a spiritual baby/child to an adult. It provides several Bible passages that encourage believers to continue growing in their faith and move beyond basic doctrines to a deeper understanding. Some key aspects of maturity discussed include: examining yourself to know where you are spiritually, understanding what God has done for and in believers, allowing God to accomplish greater things through believers, and believers' responsibility to bear fruit for God. The goal is to leave basic teachings and "go on to perfection."
This document provides guidance on keeping one's heart and mind focused on positive things. It discusses 8 guidelines from Philippians 4:8 on thinking about whatever is true, honest, just, pure, lovely, of good report, virtuous, and praiseworthy. It cautions against dwelling on negative thoughts and having preconceived notions without facts. The document also discusses the "Jonah syndrome" of being displeased with God's mercy and the parable of the prodigal son, contrasting the elder brother's lack of joy at his return.
The document discusses visions that Daniel received about four beasts rising from the sea and a little horn power. It summarizes that the fourth beast was Rome which had ten horns and a little horn emerged that uprooted three horns and had human-like eyes and a boastful mouth. It was given power for a time, times, and half a time (1260 years). The visions also involved a ram and male goat, which represented the kingdoms of Medo-Persia and Greece. The male goat overpowered the ram and a little horn emerged that grew exceedingly powerful but not through its own power and it persecuted God's people for 1260 years.
The document discusses the Watchtower doctrine regarding the 144,000. It states that the Watchtower teaches that only 144,000 humans will go to heaven to rule as kings, based on a misunderstanding of Revelation chapters 7 and 14. Most Jehovah's Witnesses believe they will live forever on earth rather than go to heaven. It also explains differences between the lists of the 12 tribes of Israel mentioned in the Bible and those mentioned as being sealed in Revelation 7.
Marriage was one of the first institutions created by God along with the Sabbath. It was created to reflect the love between God and his people. The Ten Commandments establish boundaries for marriage, defining it as a sacred union between one man and one woman. Jesus affirmed this definition and that God's intention was for marriage to precede family. To have a successful marriage, spouses must pattern their relationship after God's love by being selfless and faithful to each other as Christ is to the church. All of God's institutions, including marriage, were created out of his love for humanity.
The document discusses the nature and existence of evil spirits from a biblical perspective. It provides several biblical passages that describe evil spirits as fallen angels led by Satan that dwell on earth and influence humans. It discusses historical accounts of people communicating with or being possessed by evil spirits, as well as biblical stories where spiritual beings opposed Moses, Daniel and Joseph and their ability to interpret dreams and perform miracles. The document argues that only God and his representatives have the power to perform supernatural acts and that idolatry and spiritism involve communicating with devils rather than God.
This document discusses the differences between gifts and talents, and how they relate to spiritual gifts from God. It provides several Bible passages that illustrate how God gives spiritual gifts to His people to glorify Him and benefit the church. While people can give physical gifts, only God can bestow spiritual talents and abilities. The document emphasizes that within the diversity of gifts in the church, there should be unity and harmony as all members work together under Christ as the head. It concludes with a call to prayer.
This document discusses the difference between gifts and talents. It provides definitions for both gifts and talents from sources like dictionaries. It also examines perspectives on gifts and talents from the Bible and Spirit of Prophecy writings. Key points made include:
- Gifts are things given willingly without payment, while talents refer to natural abilities or skills.
- God gives each person talents or abilities, but it is up to the individual to develop their character and use their talents wisely.
- Parable of the talents shows God expects us to use the talents He has given us and not let them go to waste.
- Developing character and using talents for God requires effort, self-denial and overcoming defects
Elder Willan Superville discusses the need for personal reflection and change. As Christians partake in communion, they should listen to the Holy Spirit speak about their sanctification towards God and others. True change involves surrendering to God's will and being humble like Christ. Jesus counseled developing character change by first cleansing the inner self. During the Last Supper, Jesus washed the disciples' feet to teach humility and that no one is above serving others. The ordinance of communion allows believers to acknowledge wrongs, confess sins, and experience spiritual change as the Holy Spirit softens hearts.
This document provides a summary of doctrinal education on character change focusing on proper use of the tongue. It begins by explaining that character is developed through diligent lifelong effort, not inheritance or accident. It then examines scripture passages in James and Proverbs regarding the power of the tongue to give life or death and how it reveals the state of one's character and heart. The document analyzes physically how the tongue functions and spiritually how scripture teaches about controlling speech and avoiding evil or deceitful words. It emphasizes that whatever is in the heart will be expressed in speech and actions.
This document provides brief biographies of 12 faithful Christian women throughout history who endured tribulation and persecution for their faith. It describes their acts of faithfulness including converting others to Christianity despite facing arrest, torture and martyrdom. Some of the women mentioned are Perpetua and Felicitas who were martyred in Rome, Blandina who endured torture in Lyon, and Lucy Yi Zhenmei who taught women in China and established a mission despite risks of arrest.
The document discusses the importance of liver health and lists several foods that can help support liver function, including carrots, beets, olive oil, lemon juice, green tea, turmeric, leafy greens, avocado, garlic, and spinach. It explains that the liver plays a major role in metabolism and detoxification. Maintaining healthy liver function is important for overall health since other organs depend on it. The foods mentioned contain antioxidants and other compounds that can help prevent liver disease and reduce inflammation. The document stresses that the body and mind must be subordinated to God to achieve health.
The physical creation of genesis is reflective of systematic theologyZebach SDA Church
This document outlines how the seven pillars of systematic theology directly correspond to the seven days of creation in Genesis.
It discusses each of the seven pillars - the doctrine of God, the depravity of man, the work of the Holy Spirit, justification, sanctification, the judgment, and the Sabbath - mapping them to events in Genesis 1 and providing biblical support.
For example, it states that the doctrine of God corresponds to Genesis 1:1, the depravity of man to Genesis 1:2, and the work of the Holy Spirit to Genesis 1:2. It argues this demonstrates the order of Genesis was intentionally structured to mirror systematic theology.
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
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Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
Protector & Destroyer: Agni Dev (The Hindu God of Fire)Exotic India
So let us turn the pages of ancient Indian literature and get to know more about Agni, the mighty purifier of all things, worshipped in Indian culture as a God since the Vedic time.
The Book of Ruth is included in the third division, or the Writings, of the Hebrew Bible. In most Christian canons it is treated as one of the historical books and placed between Judges and 1 Samuel.
4. TO ALL THAT LIVE GODLY IN CHRIST
In the society in which we live today, we live around people of all different
cultures, race, and religion, we have different religions in all different
forms and fashion.
Each human being regardless of their religion greed or race has three
God- given rights which God alone can give.
THE RIGHT TO SERVE God (religious right).—Exod.20:1-11
THE RIGHT TO LIFE. –Exod.20:12,13,16
THE RIGHT TO PRIVATE PROPERTY .—Exod.20:15,17.
5. GOVERMENTS did not give us these rights, but they (the governments)
are to protect these rights that are given to us by God.
But seeing that the heart or mind of men is without the knowledge of God,
they are prone to do things that is in direct oppositions to the mandates of God.
But we are warned and told in scripture in
2 Tim 3:12
“Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.”
KJV
6. What is persecution?
Persecution is the systematic mistreatment of an individual or group by
another individual or group. The most common forms are religious
persecution, ethnic persecution and political persecution, though there
is naturally some overlap between these terms. The inflicting of
suffering, harassment, isolation, imprisonment, internment, fear, or pain
are all factors that may establish persecution.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
7. Religious Persecution therefore will be when a person, or
persons, persecute another person, or persons, based on
their religion or religious belief, that may be in opposition to
their religion.
8.
9. Religious persecution---from a biblical point
Est. 3:4-6
5 And when Haman saw that Mordecai bowed not, nor did him
reverence, then was Haman full of wrath.
6 And he thought scorn to lay hands on Mordecai alone; for they
had showed him the people of Mordecai: wherefore Haman sought
to destroy all the Jews that were throughout the whole kingdom of
Ahasuerus, even the people of Mordecai.
10. Est. 3:8,9
And Haman said unto king Ahasuerus, There is a certain people
scattered abroad and dispersed among the people in all the provinces
of thy kingdom; and their laws are diverse from all people; neither keep
they the king's laws: therefore it is not for the king's profit to suffer
them.
9 If it please the king, let it be written that they may be destroyed: and I
will pay ten thousand talents of silver to the hands of those that have
the charge of the business, to bring it into the king's treasuries.
11. Dan 2:49-3:6
3 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the
breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon.
2 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king sent to gather together the princes, the governors, and the
captains, the judges, the treasurers, the counsellors, the sheriffs, and all the rulers of the provinces,
to come to the dedication of the image which Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up.
3 Then the princes, the governors, and captains, the judges, the treasurers, the counsellors, the
sheriffs, and all the rulers of the provinces, were gathered together unto the dedication of the
image that Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up; and they stood before the image that
Nebuchadnezzar had set up.
4 Then an herald cried aloud, To you it is commanded, O people, nations, and languages,
5 That at what time ye hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, dulcimer, and all
kinds of musick, ye fall down and worship the golden image that Nebuchadnezzar the king hath
set up:
6 And whoso falleth not down and worshipped shall the same hour be cast into the midst of a
burning fiery furnace.
12. 7 Therefore at that time, when all the people heard the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut,
psaltery, and all kinds of musick, all the people, the nations, and the languages, fell down and
worshipped the golden image that Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up.
8 Wherefore at that time certain Chaldeans came near, and accused the Jews.
9 They spoke and said to the king Nebuchadnezzar, O king, live for ever.
10 Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet,
flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, shall fall down and worship
the golden image:
11 And whoso falleth not down and worshipped, that he should be cast into the midst of a
burning fiery furnace.
12 There are certain Jews whom thou hast set over the affairs of the province of Babylon,
Shadrach, Meshach, and bed-nego; these men, O king, have not regarded thee: they serve not
thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up.
13 Then Nebuchadnezzar in his rage and fury commanded to bring Shadrach, Meshach, and
Abed-nego. Then they brought these men before the king
13. 14 Nebuchadnezzar spake and said unto them, Is it true, O Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, do not ye
serve my gods, nor worship the golden image which I have set up?
15 Now if ye be ready that at what time ye hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery,
and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, ye fall down and worship the image which I have made; well: but
if ye worship not, ye shall be cast the same hour into the midst of a burning fiery furnace; and who is
that God that shall deliver you out of my hands?
16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, answered and said to the king, O Nebuchadnezzar, we are not
careful to answer thee in this matter.
17 If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will
deliver us out of thine hand, O king.
18 But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden
image which thou hast set up.
19 Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach,
Meshach, and Abed-nego: therefore he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one
seven times more than it was wont to be heated.
20 And he commanded the most mighty men that were in his army to bind Shadrach, Meshach, and
Abed-nego, and to cast them into the burning fiery furnace.
14. 24 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was astonied, and rose up in haste, and spake, and said unto his
counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the
king, True, O king.
25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt;
and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.
26 Then Nebuchadnezzar came near to the mouth of the burning fiery furnace, and spake, and said,
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, ye servants of the most high God, come forth, and come hither. Then
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, came forth of the midst of the fire.
27 And the princes, governors, and captains, and the king's counsellors, being gathered together, saw these
men, upon whose bodies the fire had no power, nor was an hair of their head singed, neither were their
coats changed, nor the smell of fire had passed on them.
28 Then Nebuchadnezzar spoke, and said, Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, who
hath sent his angel, and delivered his servants that trusted in him, and have changed the king's word, and
yielded their bodies, that they might not serve nor worship any god, except their own God.
29 Therefore I make a decree, That every people, nation, and language, which speak any thing amiss against
the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made a
dunghill: because there is no other God that can deliver after this sort.
30 Then the king promoted Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, in the province of Babylon.
15. Acts 6:7-15
8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people.
9 Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Libertines, and
Cyrenians, and Alexandrians, and of them of Cilicia and of Asia, disputing with Stephen.
10 And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake.
11 Then they suborned men, which said, We have heard him speak blasphemous words against Moses,
and against God.
12 And they stirred up the people, and the elders, and the scribes, and came upon him, and caught
him, and brought him to the council,
13 And set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against
this holy place, and the law:
14 For we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place, and shall change the
customs which Moses delivered us.
15 And all that sat in the council, looking stedfastly on him, saw his face as it had been the face of an
angel.
16. Acts 7:54-60
When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth.
55 But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God,
and Jesus standing on the right hand of God,
56 And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of
God.
57 Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord,
58 And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses laid down their clothes at a
young man's feet, whose name was Saul.
59 And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.
60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And
when he had said this, he fell asleep.
17. Acts 8:1-4
And Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great persecution
against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered abroad throughout
the regions of Judaea and Samaria, except the apostles.
2 And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him.
3 As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and
women committed them to prison.
4 Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word.
18. Religious persecution from a historical point
The twelfth Apostles
Stephen suffered the next in order. His death was occasioned by the faithful manner in which he
preached the Gospel to the betrayers and murderers of Christ. To such a degree of madness were they
excited, that they cast him out of the city and stoned him to death. The time when he suffered is
generally supposed to have been at the passover which succeeded to that of our Lord's crucifixion, and
to the era of his ascension, in the following spring.
Upon this a great persecution was raised against all who professed their belief in Christ as the Messiah,
or as a prophet. We are immediately told by St. Luke, that "there was a great persecution against the
church which was at Jerusalem;" and that "they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of
Judaea and Samaria, except the apostles."
About two thousand Christians, with Nicanor, one of the seven deacons, suffered martyrdom during
the "persecution that arose about Stephen."
19. James the Great
The next martyr we meet with, according to St. Luke, in the History of the Apostles' Acts, was James
the son of Zebedee, the elder brother of John, and a relative of our Lord; for his mother Salome was
cousin-german to the Virgin Mary. It was not until ten years after the death of Stephen that the
second martyrdom took place; for no sooner had Herod Agrippa been appointed governor of Judea,
than, with a view to ingratiate himself with them, he raised a sharp persecution against the Christians,
and determined to make an effectual blow, by striking at their leaders. The account given us by an
eminent primitive writer, Clemens Alexandrinus, ought not to be overlooked; that, as James was led to
the place of martyrdom, his accuser was brought to repent of his conduct by the apostle's
extraordinary courage and undauntedness, and fell down at his feet to request his pardon, professing
himself a Christian, and resolving that James should not receive the crown of martyrdom alone. Hence
they were both beheaded at the same time. Thus did the first apostolic martyr cheerfully and
resolutely receive that cup, which he had told our Savior he was ready to drink. Timon and Parmenas
suffered martyrdom about the same time; the one at Philippi, and the other in Macedonia. These
events took place A.D. 44.
20. Philip
Was born at Bethsaida, in Galilee and was first called by the name of "disciple." He labored diligently
in Upper Asia, and suffered martyrdom at Heliopolis, in Phrygia. He was scourged, thrown into
prison, and afterwards crucified, A.D. 54.
Matthew
Whose occupation was that of a toll-gatherer, was born at Nazareth. He wrote his gospel in Hebrew,
which was afterwards translated into Greek by James the Less. The scene of his labors was Parthia,
and Ethiopia, in which latter country he suffered martyrdom, being slain with a halberd in the city of
Nadabah, A.D. 60.
21. James the Less
Is supposed by some to have been the brother of our Lord, by a former wife of Joseph. This is very
doubtful, and accords too much with the Catholic superstition, that Mary never had any other
children except our Savior. He was elected to the oversight of the churches of Jerusalem; and was the
author of the Epistle ascribed to James in the sacred canon. At the age of ninety-four he was beat
and stoned by the Jews; and finally had his brains dashed out with a fuller's club.
Matthias
Of whom less is known than of most of the other disciples, was elected to fill the vacant place of
Judas. He was stoned at Jerusalem and then beheaded.
Andrew
Was the brother of Peter. He preached the gospel to many Asiatic nations; but on his arrival at
Edessa he was taken and crucified on a cross, the two ends of which were fixed transversely in the
ground. Hence the derivation of the term, St. Andrew's Cross.
22. Mark
Was born of Jewish parents of the tribe of Levi. He is supposed to have been converted to
Christianity by Peter, whom he served as an amanuensis, and under whose inspection he wrote his
Gospel in the Greek language. Mark was dragged to pieces by the people of Alexandria, at the
great solemnity of Serapis their idol, ending his life under their merciless hands.
Peter
Among many other saints, the blessed apostle Peter was condemned to death, and crucified, as
some do write, at Rome; albeit some others, and not without cause, do doubt thereof. Hegesippus
saith that Nero sought matter against Peter to put him to death; which, when the people perceived,
they entreated Peter with much ado that he would fly the city. Peter, through their importunity at
length persuaded, prepared himself to avoid. But, coming to the gate, he saw the Lord Christ come
to meet him, to whom he, worshipping, said, "Lord, whither dost Thou go?" To whom He answered
and said, "I am come again to be crucified." By this, Peter, perceiving his suffering to be
understood, returned into the city. Jerome saith that he was crucified, his head being down and his
feet upward, himself so requiring, because he was (he said) unworthy to be crucified after the same
form and manner as the Lord was.
23. Jude
The brother of James, was commonly called Thaddeus. He was crucified at Edessa, A.D. 72.
Bartholomew
Preached in several countries, and having translated the Gospel of Matthew into the language of India, he
propagated it in that country. He was at length cruelly beaten and then crucified by the impatient idolaters.
Thomas
Called Didymus, preached the Gospel in Parthia and India, where exciting the rage of the pagan priests, he
was martyred by being thrust through with a spear.
Luke
The evangelist, was the author of the Gospel which goes under his name. He travelled with Paul through
various countries, and is supposed to have been hanged on an olive tree, by the idolatrous priests of
Greece.
24. Simon
Surnamed Zelotes, preached the Gospel in Mauritania, Africa, and even in Britain, in which latter country he
was crucified, A.D. 74.
John
The "beloved disciple," was brother to James the Great. The churches of Smyrna, Pergamos, Sardis,
Philadelphia, Laodicea, and Thyatira, were founded by him. From Ephesus he was ordered to be sent to
Rome, where it is affirmed he was cast into a cauldron of boiling oil. He escaped by miracle, without injury.
Domitian afterwards banished him to the Isle of Patmos, where he wrote the Book of Revelation. Nerva, the
successor of Domitian, recalled him. He was the only apostle who escaped a violent death.
Barnabas
Was of Cyprus, but of Jewish descent, his death is supposed to have taken place about A.D. 73.
And yet, notwithstanding all these continual persecutions and horrible punishments, the Church daily
increased, deeply rooted in the doctrine of the apostles and of men apostolical, and watered plenteously
with the blood of saints.
25. Paul
Paul, the apostle, who before was called Saul, after his great travail and unspeakable
labors in promoting the Gospel of Christ, suffered also in this first persecution under
Nero. Abdias, declareth that under his execution Nero sent two of his esquires,
Ferega and Parthemius, to bring him word of his death. They, coming to Paul
instructing the people, desired him to pray for them, that they might believe; who
told them that shortly after they should believe and be baptised at His sepulcher.
This done, the soldiers came and led him out of the city to the place of execution,
where he, after his prayers made, gave his neck to the sword.
26. There hundreds of faithful men and women who die as martyrs who fear not death
but would rather give their life than deny their Lord.
Martyrs like
JOHN HUSS
JOHN ROGERS
JOHN WYLIFFE
WILLIAM HUNTER
MRS. PREST.
JEROME OF PRAGUE
Just to name a few.
27. From Foxe’s Book of Martyrs
During the Reign of Queen Mary (Bloody Mary) in England –
[1553-1558]
Mrs. Prest for some time lived about Cornwall, where she
had a husband and children whose bigotry compelled her
to frequent the abominations of the Church of Rome.
Resolving to act as her conscience dictated, she quitted
them and made a living by spinning. After some time,
returning home, she was accused by her neighbors and
brought to Exeter to be examined before Dr. Troubleville
and his chancellor Blackston. As this martyr was
accounted of inferior intellect, we shall put her in
competition with the bishop and let the reader judge
which had the most of that knowledge conducive to
everlasting life. The bishop bringing the question to issue
respecting the bread and wine being flesh and blood,
Mrs. Prest said, “I will demand of you whether you can
deny your creed, which says that Christ does perpetually
sit at the right hand of His Father, both body and soul,
until He comes again; or whether He be there in heaven
our Advocate and to make prayer for us unto God His
Father? If He be so, He is not here on earth in a piece of
bread.
28. If He be not here, and if He do not dwell in temples made with hands but in
heaven, why shall we seek Him here? If with one offering He made all
perfect, why do you with a false offering make all imperfect? If He is to be
worshipped in spirit and in truth, why do you worship a piece of bread [the
Eucharist]? Alas! I am a poor woman, but rather than to do as you do, I
would live no longer. I have said, Sir.”
Some persons present convinced the bishop she was not in her right senses
and she was permitted to depart. The keeper of the bishop’s prisons took
her into his house where she either spun, worked as a servant, or walked
about the city discoursing upon the Sacrament of the altar. Her husband was
sent for to take her home, but this she refused while the cause of religion
could be served. During the liberty granted her by the bishop, before-
mentioned, she went into St. Peter’s Church and there found a skillful
Dutchman who was affixing new noses to certain fine images which had
been disfigured in King Edward’s time. To him she said, “What a mad man
you are to make new noses for those who shall all lose their heads.” The
Dutchman accused her and laid it hard to her charge. But she said to him,
“You are accursed, and so are your images.”
29. He called her a whore. “No,” said she, “your images are whores and you are
a whore-hunter; for doesn’t God say, ‘You go a whoring after strange gods,
figures of your own making’? You are one of them.” After this she was
ordered to be confined and had no more liberty.
During the time of her imprisonment, many visited her, some sent by the
bishop and some of their own will. Among these was one Daniel, a great
preacher of the gospel in the days of King Edward, but who, through the
grievous persecution he had sustained, had fallen off. Earnestly did she
exhort him to repent with Peter and to be more constant in his profession.
Mrs. Walter Rauley, Mr. William, and John Kede, persons of great
respectability, bore ample testimony of her godly conversation, declaring,
that unless God were with her, it were impossible she could have so ably
defended the cause of Christ. Indeed, to sum up the character of this poor
woman, she united the serpent and the dove, abounding in the highest
wisdom joined to the greatest simplicity. She endured imprisonment,
threatenings, taunts, and the vilest epithets, but nothing could induce her
to swerve; her heart was fixed; nor could all the wounds of persecution
remove her from the rock on which her hopes of felicity were built.
30. Such was her memory that, without learning, she could tell in what chapter any text of Scripture was
contained: on account of this singular property, one Gregory Basset, a rank papist, said she was
deranged and talked as a parrot, wild without meaning. At length, having tried every manner without
effect to make her nominally a Catholic, they condemned her.
When sentence was read condemning her to the flames, she lifted up her voice and praised God,
adding, “This day have I found that which I have long sought.” When they tempted her to recant, she
said, “That will I not. God forbid that I should lose the life eternal for this carnal and short life. I will
never turn from my heavenly husband to my earthly husband; from the fellowship of angels to mortal
children; and if my husband and children be faithful, then am I theirs. God is my father, God is my
mother, God is my sister, my brother, my kinsman; God is my friend, most faithful.”
Being delivered to the sheriff, she was led by the officer to the place of execution without the walls of
Exeter called Sothenhey, where again the superstitious priests assaulted her. While they were tying her
to the stake, she continued earnestly to exclaim “God be merciful to me, a sinner!” Patiently enduring
the devouring conflagration, she was consumed to ashes and thus ended a life which in unshaken
fidelity to the cause of Christ was not surpassed by that of any preceding martyr.
31. John Rogers (Bible
editor and martyr)
First martyr under Queen Mary I of
England, clergyman, Bible translator,
Commentator, Translator and printer of
the English language bible. The first
person executed by Bloody Mary., Esq,
Christian Minister, Married in Belguim,
Roman Cardinal
32.
33. William Hunter was a Marian martyr burnt to death in Brentwood at the age of 19 on March 27, 1555 on
Ingrave Road. He had lost his job in London as a silk-weaver because he refused to attend the Catholic
mass, despite an order that everyone in the City of London had to attend,[1] and had come to live with his
parents in Brentwood, but got into a dispute when discovered reading the Bible for himself in Brentwood
Chapel. He refused to accept the Catholic dogma of transubstantiation according to which the bread and
wine of the communion become the body and blood of Jesus.[2]
He was taken before Antony Browne, then the local Justice, but later Chief Justice of the Common Pleas, but
refused to retract his position. Hunter was then sent to Bishop Bonner in London. He resisted both threats
and bribes—Bonner offered to make him a Freeman of the City of London and give him £40—and was
eventually returned to Brentwood to be burnt. He was the first Essex martyr of the reign of Mary Tudor.[3]
The site is now Brentwood School, which was founded by Antony Browne in 1558, under a grant from
Queen Mary (not, as some believe, as a penance when Queen Elizabeth I came to the throne). The Martyr's
Elm was grown on the spot of Hunter's incineration.
The site is marked by a plaque with the inscription
“ WILLIAM HUNTER. MARTYR. Committed to the Flames March 26th MDLV.
Christian Reader, learn from his example to value the privilege of an open Bible. And be careful to maintain
it. ”
38. Heb 11:36-40
And others had trial of cruel mocking's and scourgings, yea, moreover of bonds
and imprisonment:
37 They were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the
sword: they wandered about in sheepskins and goatskins; being destitute, afflicted,
tormented;
38 (Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in
mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.
39 And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the
promise:
40 God having provided some better thing for us, that they without us should not
be made perfect.
39. Now there are laws today, that if and when executed could and will cause
great Religious persecution. For example -- The Equal Opportunity act
which says-----
40. Offensive Behavior
(1) A person shall not otherwise than in private, do any act which—
(a) is reasonably likely, in all the circumstances, to offend, insult, humiliate or intimidate another
person or a group of persons;
(b) is done because of the gender, race, ethnicity, origin or religion of the other person or of some
or all of the persons in the group; and
(c) which is done with the intention of inciting gender, racial or religious hatred.
(2) For the purposes of subsection (1), an act is taken not to be done in private if it—
(a) cause words, sounds, images or writing to be communicated to the public;
(b) is done is public place;
(c) is done in the sight and hearing of persons who are in a public place.
(3) This section does not apply to acts committed in a place of public worship.
(4) In this section— “public place” includes any place to which the public have access as of right
or by invitation, whether express or implied and whether or not a charge is made for admission to
the place.
42. CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO [1ST AUGUST 1976]
Whereas the People of Trinidad and Tobago—
(a) have affirmed that the Nation of Trinidad and Tobago is founded upon principles that acknowledge the
supremacy of God, faith in fundamental human rights and freedoms, the position of the family in a society of free men
and free institutions, the dignity of the human person and the equal and inalienable rights with which all members of
the human family are endowed by their Creator;
(b) respect the principles of social justice and therefore believe that the operation of the economic system should
result in the material resources of the community being so distributed as to subserve the common good, that there
should be adequate means of livelihood for all, that labour should not be exploited or forced by economic necessity
to operate in inhumane conditions but that there should be opportunity for advancement on the basis of recognition
of merit, ability and integrity
(c) have asserted their belief in a democratic society in which all persons may, to the extent of their capacity, play
some part in the institutions of the national life and thus develop and maintain due respect for lawfully constituted
authority;
(d) recognize that men and institutions remain free only when freedom is founded upon respect for moral and
spiritual values and the rule of law;
(e)desire that their Constitution should enshrine the above-mentioned principles and beliefs and make provision
for ensuring the protection in 12 The Constitution LAWS OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
43. (c) the right of the individual to respect for his private and family life;
(d) the right of the individual to equality of treatment from any public authority in the exercise of any
functions;
(e) the right to join political parties and to express political views;
(f) the right of a parent or guardian to provide a school of his own choice for the education of his child or
ward;
(g) freedom of movement;
(h) freedom of conscience and religious belief and observance; (i) freedom of thought and expression;
(j) freedom of association and assembly; and
(k) freedom of the press. 5. (1) Except as is otherwise expressly provided in this Chapter and in section 54, no
law may abrogate, abridge or infringe or authorize the abrogation, abridgment or infringement of any of the
rights and freedoms hereinbefore recognized and declared. (2) Without prejudice to subsection (1), but subject
to this Chapter and to section 54, Parliament may not— (a) authorize or effect the arbitrary detention,
imprisonment or exile of any person; (b) impose or authorize the imposition of cruel and unusual treatment or
punishment; (c) deprive a person who has been arrested or detained— (i) of the right to be informed promptly
and with sufficient particularity of the reason for his arrest or detention; (ii) of the right to retain and instruct
without delay a legal adviser of his own choice and to hold communication with him; 18 The Constitution
LAWS OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO.
44. The Truth will always offend people, especially when they see the wrong of their
wrong, but they don’t want to give up their wrongs.
John 3:19-22
And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved
darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.
20 For every one that doeth evil hated the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his
deeds should be reproved.
21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made
manifest, that they are wrought in God
Matt 18:7
Woe unto the world because of offences! for it must needs be that offences come;
but woe to that man by whom the offence cometh!
45. Matt 13:21
Yet hath he not root in himself, but endured for a while: for when tribulation or persecution arises
because of the word, by and by he is offended.
Mark 4:17
And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or
persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.
Rom 9:32-33
Wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith, but as it were by the works of the law. For they
stumbled at that stumbling stone;
33 As it is written, Behold, I lay in Sion a stumbling stone and rock of offence: and whosoever
believeth on him shall not be ashamed.
1 Peter 2:8
And a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offence, even to them which stumble at the word, being
disobedient: whereunto also they were appointed.
46.
47.
48. Some Hope given to us for persecution comes.
1 Peter 2:20
For what glory is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if,
when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.
1 Peter 5:10
But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye
have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
Matt 5:10-12
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of
heaven.
11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of
evil against you falsely, for my sake.
12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they
the prophets which were before you.
49. James 5:10-11
Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, for an example of
suffering affliction, and of patience.
11 Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen
the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy.
Rom 8:17-18
And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him,
that we may be also glorified together.
18 For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory
which shall be revealed in us.
Acts 5:41
And they departed from the presence of the council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to
suffer shame for his name