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This is my study of the chronological development of Christianity thru the most important Christian theologians.
“They that are whole have no need of physician, but they that are sick: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”🎀🙏🏼💗Mark 2:17
This is being shared not to create fear, but to demonstrate the bibles trustworthiness and provide preparation and hope in a time of growing uncertainty.
The Apostle Paul stated in 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 -"Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good."
Jesus stated in John 14:29 - "And now I have told you before it comes, that when it does come to pass, you may believe."
Genesis 1:14 provides some of the earliest accounts of creation: "Then God said, “Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs and seasons, and for days and years;"
25 "And there will be signs in the sun, in the moon, and in the stars; and on the earth distress of nations, with perplexity, the sea and the waves roaring; 26 men’s hearts failing them from fear and the expectation of those things which are coming on the earth, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 27 Then they will see the Son of Man(Jesus) coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28 Now when these things begin to happen, look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption draws near.”
29 "Then He spoke to them a parable: “Look at the fig tree, and all the trees. 30 When they are already budding, you see and know for yourselves that summer is now near. 31 So you also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near. 32 Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all things take place. 33 Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away."
The Mystery of Israel the Fig Tree | An End-Time Sign
Israel, Jesus' heritage, is known to be nationally, ethnically, and geographically represented as the fig tree. Their rebirth as a nation in 1948 after nearly 2000 years since Jesus' first coming and the many biblical prophecies coming to pass Are we living in the end times? | GotQuestions.org is recognized as the meaning of the parable. Israel turned 78 years old May 14, 2026, at the end of a generational period. Psalm 90:10 states: "Seventy years are given to us! Some even live to eighty. But even the best years are filled with pain and trouble; soon they disappear, and we fly away." From all indications it appears that we are living at the end of "this generation" that shall not pass from the scene until all these things take place. More detailed information. http://www.end-times-bible-prophecy.com/rebirth-of-israel.html
"Now when these things begin to happen, look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption draws near.” Luke 21:28
End Times Timeline:
"1. The rapture(redemption) of the church. Christ comes in the clouds to “snatch away” all those who trust in Him (1 Corinthians 15:52). At this same time, the “dead in Christ” will be resurrected and taken to heaven, too. From our perspective today, this is the next event in the eschatological timeline. The rapture is imminent; no other biblical prophecy needs to be fulfilled before the rapture happens.
2. The rise of the Antichrist. After the church is taken out of the way (2 Thessalonians 2:7–8), a satanically empowered man will gain worldwide control with promises of peace (Revelation 13:1; Daniel 9:27). He will be aided by another man, called the false prophet, who heads up a religious system that requires worship of the Antichrist (Revelation 19:20)." Read more... What is the end times timeline? | GotQuestions.org
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16
Going to heaven-how can I guarantee my eternal destination?
A beginner's Guide to Reading the Bible - "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. 32 And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” John 8:31-32
Search for the topic about the Holy Spirit, it is an essential part of the faith. "However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth;" John 16:13
More Bible prophecy fulfillments and resources for growing in faith and hope is in previous posts.
"Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the LORD!" Psalm 31:24
The Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ is celebrated each year on August 6. The feast commemorates the transfiguration or metamorphosis of Christ on Mount Tabor, when our Lord appeared in His divine glory before the Apostles Peter, James, and John.
The event of the Transfiguration is recorded in three of the four Gospels:Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-8, and Luke 9:28-36. Jesus took the Apostles Peter, James, and John with Him up upon a mountain, and while they were on the mountain Jesus was transfigured. His face shone like the sun, and His garments became glistening white.
Moses and Elijah appeared with Christ, talking to Him. Peter declared how good it was for them to be there and expressed the desire to build three booths for Moses, Elijah, and Christ. This reference to the booths could imply that this occurred during the time of the Feast of Tabernacles when the Jews would be camping out in the fields for the grape harvest; for this Feast had acquired other associations in the course of its history, including the memory of the wanderings in the wilderness recorded in the Old Testament book of Exodus.
While Peter was speaking, a bright cloud overshadowed them. A voice came from the cloud saying, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to Him." When the disciples heard this they fell on their faces filled with awe. Jesus came to them and told them to not be afraid. When the three looked up they saw only Jesus.
As Jesus and His disciples came down the mountain, He told them not to speak of what they had seen until He had risen from the dead.
In the icon of the Feast of the Transfiguration, Christ is the central figure, appearing in a dominant position within a circular mandorla. He is clearly at the visual and theological center of the icon. His right hand is raised in blessing, and his left hand contains a scroll. The mandorla with its brilliant colors of white, gold, and blue represent the divine glory and light. The halo around the head of Christ is inscribed with the Greek words O Ω Ν, meaning "The One Who is."
Christ appears in the center of the icon blessing with His right hand and dressed in bright white robes.
Elijah and Moses stand at the top of separate mountain peaks to the left and right of Christ (Elijah stands on the left side in the icon and Moses, holding the Ten Commandments, stands on the right side). They are bowing toward Christ with their right hands raised in a gesture of intercession towards Him. Saint John Chrysostom explains the presence of these two fathers of the faith from the Old Testament in three ways. He states that they represent the Law and the Prophets (Moses received the Law from God, and Elijah was a great prophet); they both experienced visions of God (Moses on Mount Sinai and Elijah on Mount Carmel); and they represent the living and the dead (Elijah, the living, because he was taken up into heaven by a chariot of fire, and Moses, the dead, because he did experience death).
Below Christ are the three Apostles, who by their posture in the icon show their response to the transfiguration of Christ. James (right) has fallen over backward with his hands over his eyes. John in the center has fallen prostrate. Peter (left) is kneeling and raises his right hand toward Christ in a gesture expressing his desire to build the three booths. The garments of the Apostles are in a state of disarray to indicate the dramatic impact the vision has had on them.
The icon of the feast directs our attention toward the event of the Transfiguration and specifically to the glory of God as revealed in Christ. This event came at a critical point in the ministry of our Lord, just as He was setting out on His journey to Jerusalem. He would soon experience the humiliation, suffering, and death of the Cross. However, the glorious light of the Resurrection was revealed to strengthen His disciples for the trials that they would soon experience.
The feast also points to the great and glorious Second Coming of our Lord and the fulfillment of the Kingdom of God when all of creation will be transfigured and filled with light.
This Feast of our Lord is celebrated with the Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom, which is conducted on the day of the feast and preceded by the Matins service. A Great Vespers is conducted on the evening before the day of the feast. Scripture readings for the Feast of the Transfiguration are the following: At Vespers: Exodus 24:12-18, 33:11-23, 34:4-6, 8; I Kings 19:3-9, 11-13, 15-16. At the Orthros (Matins): Luke 9:28-36. At the Divine Liturgy: II Peter 1:10-19; Matthew 17:1-9.
At the Council of Jerusalem, the apostles discuss the issue of circumcision for the gentiles. We see that at the end, they come to the conclusion that gentiles do not have to be circumcised. However, there is something peculiar that caught my eye. In Acts 15, James says:
*** “It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God. Instead we should write to them, telling them to abstain from food polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from the meat of strangled animals and from blood. ***For the law of Moses has been preached in every city from the earliest times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.” (Acts 15:19-21)
Here we see that James says gentiles must not eat food polluted by idols (widely interpreted to be food sacrificed to idols). We see in 1 Corinthians 8:
So then, about eating food sacrificed to idols: We know that “An idol is nothing at all in the world” and that “There is no God but one.”*** For even if there are so-called gods, whether in heaven or on earth (as indeed there are many “gods” and many “lords”), ***yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we live; and there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we live. (1 Corinthians 8: 4-6)
Paul is said to be permitting food sacrificed to idols here.
This creates a dichotomy because this issue really boils down to whether or not we must upkeep the laws of the old covenant.
Option 1: Paul is wrong, the apostles are right, and Christianity is false.
Option 2: Paul is right, the apostles are wrong, and Christianity is false.
Any contenders?
Psalm 27:1–3
In the day of trouble, the Lord hides, protects, and lifts His people. Psalm 27 reminds us that even when armies surround us and war rises against us, our confidence remains in Him alone. He is our light, our salvation, and the stronghold of our lives.
I was reading matthew 22 for the first time and it shocked me kinda,And especially the last part ‘Many are invited but few are chosen’