Stop Trying To Earn God’s Grace And Favor | Derek Prince

Can we earn God's grace and God's favor?
What's the correct relationship between what we believe and what we do?
Although we all know that we are saved by grace through faith, we often still try to earn God's grace and favor by our works. But it’s by faith, not works, that we’re saved
This is a clip from the full sermon 'Laying The Foundation - Part 4'. Full video: • Faith And Works | The ...
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4163, recorded in New Zealand, December 1994

[@DrLouCella]

Died-buried-risen = Gospel. Thank you Brother Prince!

[@deonliberator8953]

There is where the power of the gospel is 💟

[@vijdamvsichko9077]

He is the CHRIST indeed and YHWH is the CHRIST Himself...... Lord bless all of His!!!!!!

[@tazmin12jade]

Died - Buried - Risen and ascension to the right hand of The Father!! < Full Gospel. He is Sat on the right hand of The Father, all authority has been given to Him. We serve and wonderful King. Glorious.

[@wendyann3333]

The Gospel = the good new which is dead, burial , resurrection then ascended into heaven, seated on the right hand of God and reigning today.. Death, burial, resurrected, ascended, seated and reigning...... complete good news the Gospel.. Alleluia, praise Him

[@ChichiNelly]

Bro I rewrite: cross + died + buried + risen = Gospel of Jesus. God bless bro Derek and God bless people who share this message with today’s truth loving Christians. Shalom!

[@GarmentsofPraiseCrochet]

Whoever is putting these videos on KZbin. Thank you for your work. It is helping me reach my daughters. One is an alcoholic. One is a drug addict. Please no rude comments about what kind of mother I must have been. I know my failures. I also know they are covered by the blood of Jesus. Are yours?

[@rab-cnesbit4181]

A lot of people think that the bible contradicts itself when they go on to read "James " , but I beleive that what this means in James when he stayes that faith without works is dead , is we are saved by grace UNTO GOOD WORK S , " AS A RESULT OF HAVING BEEN SAVED " we do good works BECAUSE we ARE saved , it is the RESULT of a change of heart that we want to do things pleasing to God .

[@misterbobby8913]

But, God will also not accept any sinners in heaven.

[@lduplessis5725]

This is why our God Jesus Christ has no rival and no equal 💪🙏

[@36742650885]

Please pray for me everyone that reads this I need the intercession of Gods Children thank you for considering

[@redeemedbytheblood]

John 6:44 You can not come to ME unless, He who sent ME draws him and I will raise him at the last day! We can’t even go to JESUS CHRIST first unless GOD draws us to JESUS CHRIST FIRST🙌🏽 What a privilege and a true blessing!!

[@Psychiatrick]

But JeZeus Christ WAS God! Vatican said so! And Mary is above God having produced God!

[@redeemedbytheblood]

@@Psychiatrick The Catholic religion is a pagan religion and just for that reason of Mary being “higher” is false religion and if you are apart of that religion, please get out of it!! John 14:6 Jesus Christ is the only way!!

[@Psychiatrick]

@@redeemedbytheblood Why quote Josephus's N/T? THAT is a false re-legion! Mr. Piso invented the N/T for control ... Mr. Piso also abolished the 613 Laws and Commands God gave to Moses. Again, look whose into deities!

[@redeemedbytheblood]

@@Psychiatrick REPENT SIR!!

[@Psychiatrick]

@@redeemedbytheblood Along with being pagan do you vote too?

[@judyhudson6928]

So very true, nothing we ever do can ever take the place of the price He paid for us. Priceless and timelessness is His love. 🙏Thank you Jesus!❤️

[@phoebelyngonzales3899]

You will get tired trying yet you don't achieve anything. I did that for a long time.

[@DarlyntonO]

Amen. This is what we need to warn religious people about. We need to keep telling them to rest in his grace alone; not try to earn it.

[@renewedheartmind2898]

Me too.

[@phoebelyngonzales3899]

@@-psykonaut- thank you, it's very helpful to me

[@phoebelyngonzales3899]

@@-psykonaut- I always say that too to people who always thank me.Giving the Glory to God keeps my humility.

[@rideronthestorm3274]

Wow, thank God for brother Derek's teachings. Over 30 years ago my Bible study teacher would often quote from brother Derek Prince. I was too immature in Christ, to realize what I was being taught. Brother Prince, simplifies the gospel. He had a very good handle on theology. Praise be to God! Thank you for sharing these messages .

[@o0xXKilahKandyXx0o]

I’m glad someone told the truth !!! I’m tired of preacher tip toeing around the Bible

[@richpivo772]

Who would give this beautiful truth a thumbs down?

[@niikospap7618]

I got caught with the vanities of this world and I lost the presense of God, I prayed and couldn't feel him no more. Much has happened and its a long story but I was just praying to God and I was saying what I must do to be in his presence, what do I have to do, I will give whatever the lord asks me to. I was really sad and then this video pops up. And I think the lord is saying that theres nothing I can do to earn his grace or to earn being in his presence. We must try and do the will of the father and be right towards him but there's nothing that we can do to earn his presence. Its a free gift because of what Jesus did, theres nothing I have to do.

[@alphie10]

For a righteous man may fall seven times and rise again, But the wicked shall fall by calamity. My brother, do not give up. If you have fallen into your carnal nature stop immediately, pick yourself up and do what is right. Do not give up, I am not giving up on you.... Turn away from your ways and don't go back!!!!!!!

[@niikospap7618]

@@alphie10 I didn't spend time with the lord, or reading his word. I spend time in this world following the desires of my heart. I tell you what God taught me so you might no fall the same way I did. We need to spend time with God and in His word. Dont spend time in this world, doing vanities. Read revelation 3 what Jesus is saying to the church. They are dead because they have stopped talking with God they distanced themselves from God. Dont fall asleep like I did, pray constantly and seek the lord, dont fall in the trap of following this world or seeking this world. Anyway the lord convicted my heart and I didn't listen and one day I stopped feeling the holy ghost and I was so sad. Fast forward know many things have happened and the lord spoke to me and he showed me my mistakes and I have changed them, and I repented and he showed me how much he loves me by never giving up for me even when I didn't listen. But now I do and I try to do my best every day. So dont do what I did. The bible warns against this, its a big sin to ignore God and spend your time in this world. "The coming of the Son of Man can be illustrated by the story of a man going on a long trip. When he left home, he gave each of his slaves instructions about the work they were to do, and he told the gatekeeper to watch for his return. You, too, must keep watch! For you don't know when the master of the household will return - in the evening, at midnight, before dawn, or at daybreak. Don't let him find you sleeping when he arrives without warning. So DONT SLEEP LIKE I DID. And remove all vanity from your life because its all vanity ,only Jesus matters. "Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die: 8 Remove far from me vanity and lies" Proverbs 30:7-8

[@alphie10]

@@niikospap7618 thank you for the edification my brother. I already do those things but it's a nice reminder and I really appreciate it ❤. I am so happy to hear you're doing things right now, please don't fall back into them. We have to hold our faith steadfast and endure until the end.

[@niikospap7618]

@@alphie10 I will do my best brother, God bless you, thank you for your kind words. Keep strong my friend, all the best to you and your family. Peace ✌

[@alphie10]

@@niikospap7618 thank you my brother. Blessings and peace be to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ 🙏 ❤

[@imbatman5882]

Judgement is you get what you deserve Mercy is asking for something you don't deserve Grace is a gift given to you that you don't deserve. Grace: Gods Redemption At Christ Expense

[@helenavaneden1684]

Thánk you my MÓST BELÓVED AND PRÉCIOUS PRÉCIOUS BRÓTHER....i LÓVE YOU WITH AN ÉVERLASTING LOVE....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lionheartministrys3933]

If your living in fear, you have little faith. Be strong, confident and courageous Christians, be bold as a Lion.

[@stephen7-127]

Hallelujah bless y’all that hear this message 🙏❤️🙏

[@raqconthego8955]

Thank You LORD JESUS!

[@Psychiatrick]

LORD = Ba'al ... JeZeus = Zeus ... you are doing JUST FINE!

[@luv2travel2000]

The gospel in 3 simple historical facts: 1. Christ died for our sins, according to the scriptures. 2. Christ was buried. 3. Christ was raised again the third day, according to the scriptures. The scriptures are the final authority.

[@DarlyntonO]

Amen. *ALL* the glory belongs to our God. It all comes from Him, through Him, and back to Him!

[@brianbarber4131]

Yes truly, why do so FEW speak of what happens next in us?

[@matthewbroderick8756]

luv, where does Holy Scripture teach it is the final authority? Peter the rock and sole key holder, stood up and put an end to all the debating at the council in Jerusalem, since Scripture alone could not, as Peter authoritatively ruled circumcision of the Flesh was no longer necessary, even though Holy Scripture said that it was. The same Church authority that existed way before the new testament was even written and that later determined which of the over 75 letters written, were to be included in the new testament and which were not. Peace always in Jesus Christ our Great and Kind God and Savior, He whose Flesh is True food and Blood True drink

[@luv2travel2000]

@@matthewbroderick8756 My comment was quoting DP in this sermon. But yes, I absolutely believe that *God's word, the Holy Bible, IS the final authority.* You want to debate this fact but I do not. *“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”* *2 Timothy 3:16* *"The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple."* *Psalms 19:7* Are you a Catholic? Catholic ideology is NOT what I follow. I read, study, and follow the Holy Bible and fellowship with others who are Believers. Have a nice day.

[@matthewbroderick8756]

@@luv2travel2000 Again, Peter the rock and sole key holder, stood up and put an end to all the debating at the council in Jerusalem, since Scripture alone could not, as Peter authoritatively ruled circumcision of the Flesh was no longer necessary, even though Holy Scripture said that it was. ( Genesis 17:12), as the manifold wisdom of God is revealed through the CHURCH! ( Ephesians 3:10). The same Church authority that existed way before the new testament was even written, and that later determined which of the over 75 letters written, were to be included in the new testament and which were not. Peace always in Jesus Christ our Great and Kind God and Savior, He whose Flesh is True food and Blood True drink

[@truearther5016]

What a timely sermon. Faith is greater than works! Know the true earth

[@jeffmcelroy5364]

I dont think its a matter of faith being greater...but faith HAS to PROCEED works otherwise we fall into the mindset of being self-righteous. Remember that the bible is very clear that faith WITHOUT works is dead. I think the only priority that faith should be given is chronological. Faith and works, once faith has been demonstrated and understood, walk hand in hand, bolstering and supporting each other. If any person is feeling as though their faith is on the wane and feeling dull etc, open your door and go outside and find a person in need and tell them about Jesus. Tell them in words, or tell them in silence by simply helping them without them even knowing it and i assure you that your faith will increase. If im mistaken here someone please clarify for me because I dont want to lead anyone astray by what ive written.

[@truearther5016]

@@jeffmcelroy5364 The Bible tells us Isaiah 42:6-7 Isaiah 60:21 Hebrews 11:4 Please use scripture to support your testimony. Those with faith have righteousness is written throughout Self-righteous is a term used by the enemy to keep you from your power

[@jeffmcelroy5364]

@@truearther5016 im not clear on the point youre trying to make in reference to the comment i posted. Please explain thanks.

[@truearther5016]

@@jeffmcelroy5364 It is impossible not to have an abundance of faith in scripture and Christ when you see the true earth and put away the globe lie. That friend is faith and righteousness In my opinion. Because faith is righteousness according to Scripture. Did you look up the verses? Truth can stand against all lies.

[@jeffmcelroy5364]

@@truearther5016 yep i read the scriptures you listed. I also read all of Hebrews chapter 11 and 12. Im clear on what the bible says about all of this- im just not clear about the point youre trying to bring up etc. And now your talking about " the true earth and the globe lie"...what are you trying to explain and how does it relate to the origenal comment i posted? I dont mean to be dense here but it feels like we're having two different conversations ha ha

[@jeffmcelroy5364]

Works will take place in the believers life BECAUSE of ones faith but also a persons faith will increase as they work in the kingdom because they are doing GODS work... not THEIR work!

[@valkeudenlapsi]

Well said, same as truly being led by the Spirit of Christ.

[@bettyqueen1235]

Amen and faith without works is dead.

[@Matthew24.4]

Never heard of backsliding? You believe in a subtle and deceitful version of Works salvation. Was Solomon saved when he made altars to other gods and allowed sacrifices? Or when David has Uria murdered?

[@valkeudenlapsi]

@@Matthew24.4 " _The person who sins will die_ " Ezekiel 18:20 " _But when a righteous person turns away from his righteousness, commits injustice and does according to all the abominations that the wicked person does, will he live? All his righteous deeds which he has done _*_will not be remembered_*_ for his treachery which he has committed and his sin which he has committed; for them he will die_ " Ezekiel 18:24 Bolding is mine, you cannot explain these verses out or you are twisting the word of God. David: " _“But if the wicked person turns from all his sins which he has committed and keeps all My statutes and practices justice and righteousness, he shall certainly live; he shall not die. 22 All his offenses which he has committed will not be remembered against him; because of his righteousness which he has practiced, he will live_ " Ezekiel 18:21-22 (NASB) God bless you may the Lord show you the truth, He will if we ask in right kind of humility.🙌

[@truthteller1973]

Lord help the church I seen this in my family 😪🙏🙏🙏

[@KeepingWatch95]

Proverbs 28:9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination. Proverbs 28:13 He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.

[@louisjwiese5515]

Being saved is therefore simple, believe what Jesus did. The process of becoming mature in Christ on the other hand, can be difficult and a long walk.

[@StoicObserverS]

Even the demons believe and tremble. There is more to it.

[@louisjwiese5515]

@@StoicObserverS what is the more you are referring to? Works? Or are you referring to what was actually meant by the text you are referring to? Which is that faith usually manifests in one's behaviour, as action usually follows belief? I.e. faith usually has evidence for it.

[@isaiahaskew5753]

@@StoicObserverS why not tell us what more there is to it... you’re not trying to help anyone you’re being quite rude

[@kennethmanuputty9865]

@@isaiahaskew5753 Repentance everyday! 🙏🏼 ❤

[@DarlyntonO]

How does one repent of sins when we aren't aware of sins until the Holy Spirit convicts our heart? I have known a lady for 9 years, who is an unbeliever; when I witness about Jesus and tell her she is a sinner on the broad path to hell, she insists that she is a "decent person." She claims to be decent because she is not aware of her sins; nobody is aware of their sin until their heart is convicted by the Holy Spirit. So how does one repent of "all" sin before salvation if they don't even know all of their sin? Furthermore, how does one repent of all sin if we are in the flesh and sin everyday? If you lie today and repent of it, then lie again tomorrow or next week (which all believers do because we are not perfect), then you have not repented. You are just deceiving yourself. You are a hypocrite. A modern day pharisee. You burden other people and tell them to stop committing sins and repent of all their sins when you commit the same sins everyday. You repent today, then commit the same sin; repent the next day and repeat the same sin. How is that repentance? There’s no such thing as a believer who doesn’t sin. In fact, the Bible defines a _“righteous man”_ as one who sins repeatedly; he falls seven times, but keeps getting back up to live for God (Proverbs 24:16). Believers, at best, are horrible sinners trying to live right, falling and getting up, repeatedly, until the Lord returns or takes us home to glory (Romans 7:15-24). All believers sin every day. No one is righteous because they are sinless, we are righteous *ONLY* by placing 100% of our faith in the perfect, sinless blood of Jesus. Herein lies the folly of repenting from all sins: _"A little leaven leavens the whole lump of dough" (Gala. 5:9)._ The leaven means the law and the dough means the grace of God through faith in Christ Jesus. A _little_ bit of law *CANNOT* be mixed with grace because if you seek to be *JUSTIFIED* by the law, then you have *NULLIFIED* grace and Christ died needlessly for you (Gala 2:21). You *CANNOT* place 99% of your faith in the blood of Jesus to wash away some sins and then the remaining 1% in your daily repentance to wash away the rest of your sins. You are either 100% with Christ or against Him. Those who don't gather with Him scatter. You can't serve two masters. It's black or white; no gray areas of neutrality. You either _live_ according to the law and _die,_ trying to fulfill the *ENTIRE* 613 laws *OR* _live_ by _grace_ through _faith_ in Christ *ALONE* and have _eternal life._ You, who is trying to be perfected by the law, should know that you *MUST* keep all 613 of the commandments, if you want to live under the law. If you _"break one law, you break them all" (James __2:10__)_ and the wages of your sin is death. There is no "big" or "little" sin, they are all equal; so when you lie, you also commit adultery, murder, idolatry, and everything else too. Rather than "repenting" of only that single lie, you must "repent" of the other 612 commandments which you've also broken. Also, repenting and simply "apologising" is not enough because _"without shedding of _*_BLOOD_*_ there is _*_NO FORGIVENESS"_*_ (Hebrews __9:22__)._ If you reject the blood of Christ as the *ONLY* way to be saved, you *MUST* begin sacrificing animals *EVERYTIME YOU SIN,* which God is going to *REJECT* because He has already sacrificed His *PERFECT* Son *FOR US.* Forgiveness is through Christ's blood *ONLY.* Do you see how foolish and futile your reasoning is? You strain out a little gnat, but swallow an enormous camel; you like to repent of 1 sin, but don't want to repent of *ALL* the other 612 commandments which you've also broken. If you want to live under the law, you must perfectly keep all 613 commandments, which no one but Christ ever will. You are just living a life of hypocrisy. The law was a schoolmaster, supposed to lead you to the recognition that you are a sinner and will never be perfect (Gala. 3:24). It was supposed to increase your transgression so that God's grace may abound even more in you (Gala. 3:19; Romans 5:20). It was supposed to show you that your *ONLY* way to heaven is through the perfect, sinless, shed blood of Jesus Christ for your sins. Instead, you are seeking to be justified by it and on route to Matt. 7:23; where Jesus will tell you to depart from Him because He doesn't know you, when you stand before Him in your filthy garment of self-righteousness. Repentance is translated from the Greek word _"Metanoia." Metanoia_ translated to English means _"to change one's mind."_ The moment that you believed the Gospel of salvation, you *REPENTED;* you changed your mind from unbelief of Christ to *BELIEF* in Christ. You have *REPENTED,* which is why you are now born-again. We come to God by *BELIEVING* what *HE ALONE DID* on that cross for *US;* we don't come to Him by recounting our worthless, dead works which we did in His name. He will simply tell you _"I never knew you"_ because you didn't rest fully on what *HE* did. *HE* did it all so *HE* gets *ALL* the glory. God bless you.

[@tazmin12jade]

Died - Buried - Risen - Ascension to the right hand of The Father!! < Full Gospel. He is Sat on the right hand of The Father, all authority has been given to Him. We serve and wonderful King. Glorious.

[@florenceekpenyong8232]

I am so blessed by this man of teachings. I hope God accepted him into heaven.

[@florenceekpenyong8232]

Man of God

[@vijdamvsichko9077]

God choose him, before he was born...... Just as Jacob/Israel..... Jesus IS the Almighty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jesussaves1875]

[Jesus replied, “The work of God is this: to believe in the One He has sent.] John 6v29

[@magdalenenorman8504]

Wow that was a powerful teaching l have learned something from the script every time l learn something new and that make me stronger every day

[@artaviustwitty3347]

Mind you guys, this is a 5 minute video. This is not the whole sermon

[@luv2travel2000]

@artavius For the whole sermon the link is also in the description box above. ✝️🛐

[@fightthegoodfightoffaithmi8676]

1 Corinthians Chapter 15 1Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:

[@kimthetruthofit6965]

It is a natural progression one you have been born again of the Spirit all you want to do in walk the faith in works . Yes we are saved by faith in Him who died buried and rose again at that very moment the universe was conquored by immeasurable love. Amen

[@hardhitta9726]

Favor & Grace can not be earned. Amen🙏🏾

[@giridhark9889]

Yes, we are saved by faith not by our works but after getting saved our works are a proof whether we have received the gift of the Holy Spirit or not. Those who belong to God fear to sin or do not sin and they work out their salvation with fear and trembling. 1 Thessalonians4 1 Finally then, brethren, we urge and exhort in the Lord Jesus that you should abound more and more, just as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God; 2 for you know what commandments we gave you through the Lord Jesus. 3 For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you should abstain from sexual immorality; 4 that each of you should know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor, 5 not in passion of lust, like the Gentiles who do not know God; 6 that no one should take advantage of and defraud his brother in this matter, because the Lord is the avenger of all such, as we also forewarned you and testified. 7 For God did not call us to uncleanness, but in holiness. 8 Therefore he who rejects this does not reject man, but God, who has also given us His Holy Spirit.🙏💐❤️

[@valkeudenlapsi]

Amen, I recommend this fantastic teaching, kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqWWq4iLopJ5nbc&t

[@giridhark9889]

@@valkeudenlapsi Hi Thank you very much for this message. I watched the two videos. I am shocked to learn about the Luther's message and his neglect of the book of James. Actually book of James brings to light all the hypocrisy in the church. I myself found it hard to judge my conduct based on the book of James and it is always a bitter pill to swallow but nevertheless it makes us perfect. It is never good to neglect this book. Also, I am really sad that many preachers have distorted the Word of God so much so that I sometimes wonder if there is any meaning behind maintaining our holiness and to follow the commandments of the Lord in terms of not lying or stealing etc. I can rarely see a Christian who does not want to sin or who can encourage us to be holy and become an overcomer of sin where as the book of Revelation tells us to become overcomers..!! Anyway, I believe I am able to walk only with the help of the Holy Spirit in this troubled world filled with lies, deceit and false preachers..!! By the way Derek is good but somehow I do not like this message on faith and works..!! Finally, we always need the grace of God to overcome sin and like Peter we could walk on the waters by taking hold of His hand we always need to take hold of His helping hand to walk on the waters of this world..!! From Peter we can learn the Grace of God and from John the Love of God and from James the Perfection of Christ and from Paul everything I guess..!! 😄 Of course Jesus is the complete Man and God..!! Thank you and God Bless..!!🙏💐❤️

[@valkeudenlapsi]

@@giridhark9889 Bless you too, yes it's the Lord who sets us free and regenarates us when we just submit to Him wholeheartedly.. Amen thanks for encouragement.

[@giridhark9889]

@@valkeudenlapsi David's Messages are so refreshing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZCviWlqrLx0otU kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWmVeZ-ElrB-aKc kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZi3eJKhhLidl7M kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZ_aeIdvdqykptk Thank you and God Bless..!!🙏💐❤️

[@valkeudenlapsi]

@@giridhark9889 Yes I love both David Wilkerson and David Bercot who made that teaching regarding the gospel of Jesus and harmonizing James & Paul 😊

[@36742650885]

Please Help Us Christ Jesus

[@luv2travel2000]

Thank you for uploading this ❣️

[@jerry7956]

Amen and amen. 💗

[@AI-dc3zo]

Thank God for this message. It is liberating.

[@iDMaD0]

we are to BE righteous, not to try to be

[@rideronthestorm3274]

There is none righteous, not even one. Romans 3:10 . Christ IS our righteousness, for those who believe, surrender to him for the Salvation of their souls.

[@chrisspencer8815]

@@rideronthestorm3274 what about the verse that says faith without works is dead

[@kimthetruthofit6965]

Be righteous but not self righteous

[@DarlyntonO]

_"But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away" (Isaiah 64:6)._ The only way for anyone to be righteous is through *BELIEF IN JESUS CHRIST'S BLOOD SHED AT THE CROSS FOR OUR SINS.* Your works will never make you righteous. They are filthy rags to God. *STOP TRYING TO EARN GOD'S GRACE!*

[@rab-cnesbit4181]

@@rideronthestorm3274 James is speaking that we are to do good works as a result that we ARE SAVED , NOTHING we can ever do can save us , if that's the case then Jesus would not have had to die such a torture on the cross , it's an insult to him if we think we can earn salvation.

[@beekau5009]

Don't forget that Yahusha subtly told us that we should also speak about the woman who anointed Him with the perfume. Matthew 26:13

[@Psychiatrick]

Lettuce not forget Mary was the mother of JeZeus and JeZeus was god. Therefore, god created all including Mary who created god who created all .. one of the Mysteries of Babylon!

[@fightthegoodfightoffaithmi8676]

John 17:16 They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. Galatians 1:4 Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: 2 Timothy 4:18 And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

[@thabodennis]

Thank you for those who keep uploading, you are healing the whole world, his work will never end, because Christ began in,🙏🏽🙏🏽 we are greatful

[@nicholasr82]

Well we know this, this is the baby language of the gospel. The issue this can bring in a short clip is that people begin to think of repentance as a work when it’s a necessity. There is no forgiveness without repentance, therefore there is no salvation without repentance. Repentance is stopping the deliberate sin your in and living to how the scriptures say you should not how you think you should. I have talked to many people who believe that when you tell them they are living in sin they say either I am being religious, or it is a work-based ideal. As Jesus said, go out and tell the people to repent and be baptised. Also in the gospel of John 14:21 Jesus himself tells us his definition of what love is towards him and if you want him to manifest himself to us. 21 Whoever has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me. And he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him.”

[@arthurmagoola7808]

I’ve been reading my Bible more and more and John 14-16 was one portion that changed my thinking around the love of God. We’ve grown up being told that God’s love is unconditional, but I couldn’t find that anywhere in the Bible. In the other hand, Jesus seemed to suggest it’s actually conditional, and that is consistent. In the other hand, God’s love only seems to be experienced by believers, and unbelievers only seem to be able to get mercy from Him, but not love, according to the scriptures.

[@nicholasr82]

@@arthurmagoola7808 Yes true. You'll notice that every promise in the old and the new testament has a condition we must meet. For example in Romans 8:1 "1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, (but here is the condition) who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. There are 100's of others such as "You shall be the Head and not the tail" But the condition is "If you follow all my laws and statues ". Even to receive salvation we must repent and be baptised. Not one or the other but both.

[@arthurmagoola7808]

Thanks for this Nicholas. You’ve highlighted something that’s become increasingly pertinent to me. I used to read Romans 8:1 as “There is therefore more no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” until, last week, I bothered to read the entire verse “who live not according to the flesh but after the Spirit”. I realised then that there’s a false Christianity that can creep in where we base our relationship with God and Jesus on verses that were have read or understood only in part, and I’m afraid that is more and more prevalent now. I’m increasingly taking the approach of reading the Bible as is ie: God isn’t in the habit of misplacing words, and the Bible calls itself the Word of God, therefore if he had a condition over something, I have to understand the condition and respond to it by faith. Incidentally the first person I ever heard say that (after I’d taken this stance) was Derek Prince.

[@nicholasr82]

@@arthurmagoola7808 Yes you are correct but in some new age bibles like the NIV they don't even have the condition in it. If you've not seen it this is a really good explanation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnO0k6Svopqmp8Usi=E6xlLzB56Abd_1Eu Then if you are interested, (you don't need to watch it all ) search for new age bible versions by Gail Riplinger trust me, you'll want to know.

[@macariusyang]

But Jesus tell us to serve each others

[@ricolove7727]

Thank you

[@olgacarmenforsythsanchez4288]

Amen

[@Samuel-qx3ze]

Brother derek i love you in christ 💙🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@cathybobalek8069]

THANK YOU AND AMEN

[@matthewstokes1608]

And I thought that Satan.believes those three things about Christ?! This lecture is beyond simplistic. Any follower of Christ must do his DUTY - and that is to emulate the ways of Christ’s righteousness… And He was full of good works. Walk the walk, dude. This is precisely what Paul meant overall. Faith is the key - but you must open the door and DO THE RIGHT THING.

[@SheBitesUncensored]

Thanks Dad 🙏🤍

[@stevefernando94]

Genuine question here. Derek Prince also said in one of his sermons, (quote) "who will be saved? Those who do the will of God" If we have to do the will of God to be saved, aren't we earning our salvation?

[@davidwharehinga3983]

Faith Without Works Is Dead . The Wages Of Sin Is Death . Sin Is Without Repentance ( JESUS CHRIST IS LORD ) . Walk By Faith & Not By Sight . The Just Shall Live By Faith . Heb 11 : 1 KJV Bible ( King James Version ) ...

[@abigailharper2030]

Please pray for me. I keep putting my faith in my works. I know Jesus died for me. I know everything in the Bible is true. I can’t understand why I keep wanting to work for it? It is really upsetting to me because I know that the Lord can take my life if he’d like. I really want to be genuinely saved and to serve God. What can I do to stop putting my faith into works?

[@ashleyj.7152]

Hello! How are you? I was struggling with this ALOT & for years!!! What helped me was prayer of course, but fasting and rebuking off the spirit of religion, legalism and self righteousness. Declaring by faith what scripture says. Read Romans hun. That helped me out a lot. And Hebrews. Also I watched Dan Mohler sermons and he is so passionate about Gods love and being his child. His sermons helped me understand who I was in Christ and stopping working for his grace, to just accept it. I recommend to watch him :) And just keep pressing. Don’t give up. When you feel like you can’t overcome, cry out to him. And be raw with him. He doesn’t condemn you because you struggle with this. He loves you. He will and is helping you. God is for us! Be aware of thoughts as well helped me. I Pray for more discernment and strength to fix my thoughts and to have a renewed mind in Christ. To help me to see myself the way he does and to fully accept his grace. To be in intimacy with him and to know him more for who he truly is. I pray that God helps you overcome this battle. You’re not alone and you WILL overcome with the grace of God! You are his!

[@abigailharper2030]

@@ashleyj.7152, thank you for taking the time of day to respond. I actually am about to start Hebrews tonight! Thank you for sharing that with me. I will look him up. Also, it is nice knowing I wasn’t the only one. I really want to live for God. I love him so much, way more than anyone or anything. Your tips are great and you’re amazing. Thanks so much!!😊🙌🏼

[@josephjoeprince4561]

Greetings! :-) " "Then he turned toward the woman and said to Simon, "Do you see this woman [, a sinner ]? I came into your house. You did not give me any water for my feet, but she [ with a repentant heart ] wet my feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. You did not give me a kiss, but this woman [ with a repentant heart ], from the time I entered, has not stopped kissing my feet. You did not put oil on my head, but she [ with a repentant heart ] has poured perfume on my feet. THEREFORE I TELL YOU, HER MANY SINS HAVE BEEN FORGIVEN--- for she [ repented much ] and loved much. But he who has been forgiven little, [ repents little and ] loves little." Then Jesus said to her, "[ Go. ] Your [ many ] sins are forgiven." " (Luke 7:44-48 NIV) "Now in a great house there are not only VESSELS of gold and silver but also of wood and clay, some for honorable use, some for dishonorable. Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from what is dishonorable [/ repents from his wicked ways ], [ his sins will be forgiven and ] he will be a VESSEL [ for the Spirit of truth ] for honorable use, SET APART AS HOLY, USEFUL TO THE MASTER of the house, READY [ to be led by the Spirit ] FOR EVERY GOOD WORK." (2 Timothy 2:20,21)

[@abigailharper2030]

@@josephjoeprince4561 this really helped me a lot actually. Thank you for sharing this! Means a lot to me!!

[@fightthegoodfightoffaithmi8676]

Romans 8:31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Romans 14:13 Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an occasion to fall in his brother's way. Amen none of us can earn it at all and we didn't do anything to deserve His Grace or favour at all to tell the truth about it.

[@lilianapiffary8354]

You may also read the "Present with Religion", a short text for free on the Global Truth Project.The book is about the truth of life and it shows the full picture of life for the first time so that you may stop being deceived by the world and be able to follow the steps of Jesus towards the glory.The book explains what Jesus and other prophets of the past were really saying and the core message is for us to repent now of all our sins and conform to the natute of Jesus 100%. Only then will God be able to save us! If you just believe in Jesus but you dont live by His law 100%, you are deceived and will not be saved! We have to be committed 100% to Jesus and stay on this narrow path to the end in order to be saved.

[@rubytuesday9831]

Exodus....All that you say we will do ( by their own strength) yet seconds later every single commandment was broken morale Believe The Pauline Gospel the Gospel of GRACE it is soooooo difficult to receive this simple fact by FAITH because we are used to working for everything .....it has to by our own effort that is the bane of mankind ( or religions of the world ) Amazing Grace That Saved a Wretch Like Me .

[@elishadanieljoseph8583]

So it is our faith in God that translates to His Holy Spirit working in us right? So when the scriptures say, "you shall know them by their fruits - Matthew 7:16-20" does that mean if one is to produce corrupt fruit or no fruit at all, that what James said, "faith without works is dead" is due to lack of or no true faith in God? And Paul is focusing on the faith aspect only because he knows once you have the faith, God can then produce His works through you? Want to ensure I understand properly

[@tigerprayers2824]

Book of James helps. Faith is made perfect through works. We are justified by our works.

[@elishadanieljoseph8583]

@@tigerprayers2824 justified by our works? or the works of God through us? Because if it is our works that can justify us, it makes the crucifixion and ressurection in vain no? God forbid. Please do correct me if misunderstood you

[@tigerprayers2824]

@@elishadanieljoseph8583 I'm sorry. I"ll try to be more clear. Jas 2:20 But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead? Jas 2:21 Was not Abraham our father justified by works, when he had offered Isaac his son upon the altar? Jas 2:22 Seest thou how faith wrought with his works, and by works was faith made perfect? Jas 2:23 And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God. Jas 2:24 Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only. Jas 2:25 Likewise also was not Rahab the harlot justified by works, when she had received the messengers, and had sent them out another way? Jas 2:26 For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.

[@elishadanieljoseph8583]

@@tigerprayers2824 Ok so I have a couple questions, when Abraham took Isaac upon the Altar he was being obedient to God. As for Rahab she was pretty much helping them because she truly feared God and wanted her family, her life to be speared. Also when Jesus said that His meat was doing the will of the Father (being obedient to Him and doing what was required) would you say all these works were done out of respect and fear of God the Father? Or is it that I can of myself do good things (according to the word - feed the hungry and my enemies etc) and that would prove that my faith is alive through my works? Sorry if my questions seem ridiculous, I just want to ensure I understand. The last thing I want to do is step out of alignment and go off doing what I think He requires because i want my faith to be exercised.

[@tigerprayers2824]

@@elishadanieljoseph8583 In considering a scriptural response to your questions, consider the following scriptures: Jas 1:22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. Also consider: 1Pe 1:22 Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently. May the Spirit of God continue to guide you into all truth.

[@raysherlock1628]

Should we still do good works? As like Bare fruits

[@vijdamvsichko9077]

We are created for that Bro - Eph. 2:10 He INDEED choose us BEFORE the foundtion of the world..... ( Eph. 1/Romans 8) I'm right now so BROKEN and even can't pray, but for good works i am always ready..... P.s. Brother Prince have sermon on this topic (the Soveregnity of the Lord) Jesus (our God) bless us (His), Amen! (Yeshua said: "IT IS FINISHED" - He did ALL )

[@raysherlock1628]

@@vijdamvsichko9077 thanks very much God bless

[@kathleenwharton2139]

Jesus Said..”If you Love Me..Keep my commandments.” I am so sick of these preachers and their Lies. Do they really think we cannot read?

[@kathleenwharton2139]

@Sam Ann I am not trying to earn Anything. God Gave us Commandments to Help Us..Not so we could prove anything to Him. Pastors have everything so Messed up with their Lies. Thank Goodness..Jesus Saved me from them. I am sorry you cannot see the truth.

[@NickolasNothing]

I agree that salvation is by grace, through faith and not of works. We cannot earn salvation- God owes us nothing. Amen to that. I also believe that repentance is evidence of our salvation- if we love God, we keep His commandments. If the Holy Spirit dwells in us, we will endeavour to do what is right. There is a consistent call to depart from iniquity and a warning that if we fail to do so, we will not enter God's Kingdom. What do you make of the following verses? "Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity. Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock" Matthew 7:21-24. "Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven" Matthew 5:17-19. "I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish" Luke 13:3. "Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead?" James 2:19-20. "Nay, ye do wrong, and defraud, and that your brethren. Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God" 1 Corinthians 6:8-10. "For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries" Hebrews 10:26-27. "Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity" 2 Timothy 2:19. "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them" Ephesians 2:8-10. "If ye love me, keep my commandments" John 14:15. "And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him" 1 John 2:3-5. "By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments. For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous. For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith" 1 John 5:2-4. "Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God" 1 Corinthians 6:9-10. "Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. For many are called, but few are chosen" Matthew 22:13-14. "He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son. But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death" Revelation 21:7-8. Are there are many more verses along these lines, calling us to repent and depart from sin- it's an essential part of the gospel. Even Jesus, having forgiven and healed said "sin no more" (John 5:14, 8:11 etc). We are saved by grace through faith and not of works- true- but works are evidence of salvation, faith without works is dead (James 2) and we are to walk in good works (Ephesians 2:10). To abide in the love of Christ we must keep His commandments (John 15). If we are in Christ we will endeavour to depart from sin- by the power of the Holy Spirit and to God's glory in Christ Jesus, we can and must repent of our sins. It is The Lord who works in us but we must acknowledge our need to repent or we make Him a liar (1 John 1:10). Scripture seems to be clear, if we refuse to turn from sin, we will have our part in the lake of fire- the second, eternal death. May God guide us in knowledge of His will and in Spiritual understanding. In Jesus' name, Amen.

[@KeepingWatch95]

_What you have posted seems very good. However you include this;_ *"We cannot earn salvation- God owes us nothing..."* _This statement seems to be double talk, _*_for Jesus' teachings make it clear that their is a requirement of behavior for one to get ones sins forgiven._* _To keep one's part in a covenant agreement is not earning. Keeping God's commandments defines who one is. Using wording as "earn" and "owes" is not terminology used in the bible concerning what is required for one to obtain eternal life. Such terms seem to distract and divert ones perspective of what is taught by Jesus' sayings, teachings and instructions._ _Jesus' terminology seems to be "enter into" life._ _Example: The terminology of "free gift" is not from Jesus' sayings, teachings and instructions, but come later after Jesus._ _This term "free gift" also distracts and diverts away from Jesus' teachings._ _But on the other hand your posted comment;_ *"We cannot earn salvation- God owes us nothing..."* _may indeed imply that we owe God something and what is required by us is not to be viewed as earning something from God._ Ecclesiastes 12:13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is *the whole duty of man.*

[@NickolasNothing]

@@KeepingWatch95 Interesting thoughts, thanks for taking the time to share them. Not sure I understand all of what you said though. I feel like we're maybe at odds in places but that may just be because I'm not getting what you're saying. Sorry if that is the case. I'll try to go over everything you said... I don't think there is a requirement of behaviour to have sins forgiven, beyond to confess, repent and trust in Jesus Christ. This is not a requirement of behaviour but of faith- we must believe and confess (Romans 10: 9-10, Hebrews 11:6). The behaviour comes as a by-product of faith- it is God's work, not ours. It is the fruit that we bear when we abide in Christ (John 15). We are saved by grace through faith and not of works, so that no man can boast (Ephesians 2:9), but faith without works is dead. Romans 4 clarifies it very well in terms of God owing us anything: "Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness" So if we reckon our works as anything other than secondary to faith, then we make salvation a debt owed to us by God rather than His grace. Would you agree? I don't think the term "free gift" detracts from Jesus' teachings because it is written in The Bible and there is no contradiction between entering into life and the free gift of salvation- they are the same thing. Salvation is a free gift in that we did nothing to earn it. We have earned death through sin (Romans 6:23) but receive life through Jesus Christ. It is only His grace and love that enables us to enter into life (1 John 4:9 etc). Romans 5 clarifies the term "free gift" in several verses, equating it with grace and justification, which are salvation and lead to life. Not sure if I misinterpret what you're saying here but I don't think we ought to treat the epistles as any less than the gospels, since all scripture is given by the inspiration of God for doctrine, reproof, correction and instruction in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16-17). As Jesus spoke only what The Father told Him (John 8:38, 12:49-50), so too the apostles spoke only as the Holy Spirit told them (Matthew 10:20, John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 2:13, Ephesians 3:5 etc). Our obedience- our part in the keeping of the covenant, our duty- is only possible when we abide in Jesus Christ and are guided by the Holy Spirit (Matthew 19:25- 26, John 15 etc). It is a covenant of the Spirit and not of the letter (Romans 7:6, 2 Corinthians 3:6 etc). Salvation, life, good works and indeed every good/ perfect gift are from God (James 1:17). We enter life through submission to God (Romans 10:3, James 4:7 etc)- He does all the work. Indeed He has given us all things that pertain unto life (2 Peter 1:3) and owes us nothing but we owe Him literally everything. Sorry for rambling on. You made some intersting points and I hope to clarify my position a little. Thanks again for taking the time to reply. If you have any further thoughts, I would love to hear them.

[@KeepingWatch95]

@@NickolasNothing _I have not read through your whole comment yet, but I will. However to address your comment;_ *"I don't think there is a requirement of behavior to have sins forgiven"* _This teaching and instruction comes from Jesus' teachings._ Matthew 6:9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Matthew 6:10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:11 Give us this day our daily bread. Matthew 6:12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. Matthew 6:14 *For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:* Matthew 6:15 *But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.* (“For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses." This is indeed a requirement.) _It does seem to be strange how many people are not aware that Jesus teaches a requirement of and for receiving forgiveness, this is especially strange when Jesus gave this instruction in this very well known prayer._ _How is it you, or I, or anyone else can miss such a requirement when it is clearly and simply stated as a follow up explanation to the prayer Jesus instructed us to follow the manner of?_ _It appears much confusion comes about when one overlooks Jesus' teachings in favor of Paul's “contrariwise” gospel._

[@NickolasNothing]

@@KeepingWatch95 I agree of course, we must forgive people their trespasses to be forgiven. It is a requirement. And yet we are saved by grace and not of works so that no man can boast. These 2 seemingly oppositional verses are only reconciled when we take into account that all our works, including forgiveness and repentance, only come by abiding in Jesus Christ. Without Him, we can do nothing (John 15). It is His work, not ours.

[@KeepingWatch95]

@@NickolasNothing _Is forgiving others is always easily done, or sometimes is it something one must work at?_

[@gloriosatierra]

Work in this sense is the work to earn salvation, which is not counted, according to Derek; the work one does through faith is the glorious work one does with the LORD in His Kingdom: this work is counted by GOD. Let us not confuse ourselves. 🌿

[@elishadanieljoseph8583]

What would say are works done through faith? Do you mean works that the Spirit of God quickens you to complete? Or works you of your own volition do - according to your understanding of the scriptures?

[@TakeUsHomeYeshua]

The Holy Spirit leads us to do what He wants us to do. If we just listen to Him and obey we are good to go 😊 We could never ever earn salvation by any of our own works. Salvation was paid for by Yeshua on the cross.

[@matthewbroderick8756]

Cooperate with God's saving grace and repent or perish, bear fruit or be taken away, forgive or then not be forgiven, condemn not and then not be condemned, and love one another and perservere to the end = Gospel

[@MariosEvoCy]

If your actions do not conform with your faith to GOD and HIS teachings, it is like mocking GOD. Believing that Jesus came, preached, suffered and died for our sins, and was raised, but on the other hand your whole life does not support this, by being sinful and evil and act against HIS teachings and scriptures, not following HIS example, it is mockery to GOD and you will not get into HIS Kingdom of Heaven. We cannot earn the Kingdom of Heaven by our actions, and we certainly cannot demand from GOD to be "paid" for our good deeds, but if you do not prove to GOD that your faith is real and truthful through your actions, by simply saying that you believe is not enough. So what the BIBLE is saying is that we cannot earn the Kingdom of Heaven through our actions, but we should act as GOD has commanded us to do, we must obey HIS law, in order to prove our faith to HIM. Whether HE chooses to allow us into HIS Kingdom or not, it is up to HIM to decide, when our time comes. So do not get confused by the above thinking that if you commit adultery, if you steal, if you lie, if you murder, if you deceive, if you harm others in order to feed your ego or your best interest, that by simply saying that you believe in Jesus Christ you will be saved. When scribes and Pharisees came to John the Baptist at the Jordan river to be baptized, John said to them to go away and that he will not baptize them as they were a spawn of vipers and that being descendants of Abraham will not suffice, as GOD can make descendants of Abraham from rocks and stones, and that in order to avoid GOD's wrath and be saved, they needed to act and behave in such a way which fits those who truly repent. Jesus was very clear in the New Testament about this, that those who do not act according to the law of GOD, they will go to hell. Jesus said specifically: " Blessed are those who feel their self as being poor and little compared to GOD, because the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. Blessed are those who feel sad about their sins and the evil that rules the world, because those will be comforted by GOD HIMSELF. Blessed are those who treat others with humbleness and gentleness, because they will inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. Blessed are those who are hungry and thirsty so that HIS will is set upon the world, because GOD will grand their desire and wish. Blessed are those who treat others with mercy, because GOD will show mercy to them. Blessed are those who have a pure and clean heart, because those will see the face of GOD - (in order for someone to have a pure heart, one needs to act according to the law of GOD). Blessed are those who create peace upon people, because those will be named children of GOD. Blessed are those who are hunted, pushed aside , prosecuted, punished, because they preach and spread the word of GOD. Blessed are those who are mocked, hunted, and falsely accused because of me. You should feel glad, and rejoice, because you will be rewarded in excess. Such in a way, prophets were hunted, before you." Believing in Jesus, means applying HIS word and teachings into my life.

[@apexak]

What about faith without works is dead?

[@pj7816]

Hi, pls how can I donate to this ministry?

[@pj7816]

@@lisbetsormin thank you

[@danielfarmer3305]

What if you have backslide?

[@trevor3246]

the way i am confused right now, i dont understand, what about the apodeitic laws may God help me understand the scriptures

[@alphie10]

He is saying don't seek righteousness by saying "if I do this, this and this then I'll be righteous to God".. That is essentially what people tried to do in the Old Testament times and it doesn't count to God's glory if you can do it by yourself (people in fact failed to achieve it because of the error in the flesh). It's the faith we have in Jesus Christ that justifies us and as a result imputes righteousness to us... Just as Abraham believed God's promise then righteousness was then imputed to him. In other words when you have faith and hope in the Son it will purify you and then righteousness will be imputed to you.

[@richardfnny]

@@deanf7450 I know right

[@trevor3246]

@@alphie10 thank you brother

[@alphie10]

@@trevor3246 you're welcome!

[@alphie10]

@@deanf7450 when you have Faith in the Son then you are living by God's grace and you will naturally do the works THROUGH that faith. See how it works? The confusion comes because people see the statement faith without works is dead which is true but they forget that it's through the faith in the son that we naturally do the works because of God's grace working through us then eventually righteousness is imputed to us.

[@angloaust1575]

He grew in favour with god and man

[@ronjames1196]

A serious question I'm trying to over come lust and other things in my life and it's hard at time. Because I. Trying to turn from sin and please God is this classed as trying to work my way to heaven. Or will Jesus take it all way from me. I know were ment to turn away hence repentance. Is that classed as work based salvation ? Any body please ?

[@keavisahanmcmanus2204]

The meaning of the word repentance is to change one's mind. When we reject the lie and believe in the truth we have repented. When we see what we have done is evil and want to do it no longer we have repented. We have changed our minds about the evil deeds we committed. This comes through Jesus Christ, he gives you the desire to deny what is evil. Now to be set free from sin is another piece of the puzzle. Repentance leads to salvation, (2nd corinthians 7:10) A man can say they repent a thousand times, but until they know the truth they will be held in bondage. We are saved by faith in Jesus Christ. The only way to be set free from lust is through understanding what Jesus Did for you, what it means for Him to be in you, and that you are one in Him. Even when you start to believe these things and confess them day by day you must be patient for the Lord will bring freedom in his timing. You cannot free yourself, and you cannot stop being a slave to sin until you know the truth. It's either a slave or free and when you are free you will know. The flesh with its passions and desires are crucified by faith in Jesus Christ, We were crucified with him and a man whose flesh is crucified no longer has the flesh influencing his life any longer. They don't live in the flesh but in the spirit. Only by faith in Jesus Christ can you live this way to walk in the freedom you desperately desire in order to do good works from the heart in every situation. I hope this has answered your question. It's God's work in us that saves us when we begin to trust in Him and His word. He purposes in us to will and to do for his good pleasure. If your works are through Jesus Christ by faith in Him you do well. If your works are truly through Him then you are no longer led by the flesh but by the spirit. If you still struggle with the flesh you still are dealing with sin and bondage. While you are bound to sin it is impossible to bear the fruit God desires us to bear. Keep seeking God in prayer and through his word. Even with a dysfunctional life, show mercy to others, and wait patiently until the Lord corrects your life. It is vital for you to find this freedom in Christ Jesus so that you can be confident of your salvation. It is part of God's will to lead his children to no longer live in the flesh for he who lives in the flesh shall die spiritually. When we were babes in Christ we were ignorant, and when we were ignorant we sinned, and when we sinned there was bondage. Once you become aware of your sin and wish to break free from it, the only solution is to abide in God's word until you are set free, to know and understand the truth. God is on your side to lead you to freedom. He loves you so much!

[@keavisahanmcmanus2204]

God wants us to be zealous for good works. Our whole life is supposed to be a good work through faith in Jesus Christ. Paul said, "it's no longer I who live but Christ lives in me". When we live by faith in Jesus Christ and His Spirit, he takes control when our faith is established through understanding. It will be hard while you are struggling with sin, God has called us to endure and have patience in the fiery trials. But when the grace of God is revealed to us, when we live our whole life through Jesus Christ, there is a joy inexpressable. Even if your whole life is dysfunctional, as it will be if you still are struggling with sin, endure the trials, until the Lord leads to the freedom that he already established for you on the cross. Our old man and body of sin was crucified with Jesus Christ, so now we live by the resurrection power of Jesus Christ at work in Us. Even though it happened at the cross, there is a moment where the Lord makes this a reality as long as you hold fast to this form of doctrine. Remember we don't sin less and less once Jesus Christ sets us free rather we are completely set free from it, the man who still continues to sin is held in bondage. it's either you are bound by sin or not. But thank God Jesus purposed it to set men free by abiding in his word. For this holds true for all who follow after Jesus Christ. There is sin and God does away with our sin by Faith in Jesus Christ through understanding.

[@louiswall6409]

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[@vijdamvsichko9077]

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[@Gary-jh3wd]

Salvation certainly not saved by works....but is he teaching works by salvation or works in some other capacity?

[@ATinyPillow]

If we don't have to keep the commandments, then why did Yeshua refer to the commandments as "necessary things" ? Yeshua Again Gives The Holy Humane Law After six days, when the Feast of Tabernacles was nigh at hand, Yeshua did take the Holy Twelve and did bring them up into a high mountain away from the people, and as he was praying, the fashion of his countenance was changed, and he was transfigured before them, and his face did shine as the sun, and his robe was white as the light. 
 And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias talking with him and speaking of the Holy Law, and of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusalem. 
 And Moses spake, saying, "This is HE of whom I foretold, saying, A prophet from the midst of thy brethren, like unto me shall the Eternal Spirit send unto you, and that which the Eternal Spirit speaketh unto him, shall he speak unto you, and unto him shall ye hearken, and whoso will not obey shall bring upon themselves their own self-willed destruction." 
 Then Peter said unto Yeshua, "Dear Lord, it is good for us to be here; if thou wilt let us make there three tabernacles - one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. 
 But while he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and twelve rays as of the sun issued from the cloud, and a voice came out of the cloud, which said, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him and keep his law." 
 And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their faces and were greatly astonished. And Yeshua came and touched them and said, "Arise and be not afraid." And when they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no man, save Yeshua only. And the six glories of the eternal spirit, the first of the holy Archangels, were seen upon him. 
 And Yeshua said unto them, "Behold, anew I give unto you, The Law, which is not new but from old. Even as Moses gave the law to Israel after the flesh, so also I give unto you the law for the Kingdom of Israel after the Spirit. 
 "For who are the Israel of God? Even they of every nation and tribe who work righteousness, love, mercy and keep my commandments, these are the true Israel of God." 
 And standing upon his feet, Yeshua spake, saying: 
 "Hear O Israel, the Eternal All, Thy God is One; Many are My overseers, and My prophets. In Me all live and move, and have subsistence. 
 "Ye shall love thy God with all your understanding of the Holy Law. 
 "Ye shall love thy neighbor as yourself, even as the law instructs. 
 "Ye shall not take away the life of any creature for your pleasure, nor for your profit, nor yet torment it. 
 "Ye shall not steal the goods of any, nor gather lands and riches to yourselves, beyond your need or use. 
 ''Ye shall not eat the flesh, nor drink the blood of any slaughtered creature, nor yet anything which bringeth disorder to your health or senses. 
 "Ye shall not make impure marriages, where love and health are not, nor yet corrupt yourselves, or any creature made pure by the Holy One. 
 "Ye shall not bear false witness against any, nor willfully deceive any by a lie to hurt them. 
 "Ye shall not do unto others, as ye would not that others should do unto you. 
 "Ye shall worship One Eternal, the Father-Mother in Heaven, of Whom are all things, and reverence the Holy Name, keeping sacred Their daily holy communions. 
 "Ye shall revere your fathers and your mothers on earth, whose care is for you, and all the teachers of righteousness. 
 "Ye shall cherish and protect the weak, and those who are oppressed, and all creatures that suffer wrong. 
 "Ye shall work with your hands the things that are good and seemly; so shalt ye eat the fruits of the earth, and live long in the land. 
 "Ye shall purify yourselves daily and rest every Seventh Day from labour, keeping Holy the Sabbaths and the Festivals of your God and Creator. 
 "Ye shall do unto others, as ye would that others should unto you." 
 And when his disciples heard these holy words, they smote upon their breasts, saying: "Wherein we have offended, O God please forgive us; and may thy wisdom, love and truth within us, so incline our hearts to love, keep and cherish this Holy Law." 
 And Yeshua said unto them, "My yoke is equal and my burden light, if ye will to bear it; to you it will be easy. Lay no other burden on those that enter into the kingdom, but only these necessary things. 
 "This is the Law renewed unto the Israel of God, and the complete Law is within, for it is the law of love, and it is not new but old. Take heed that ye add nothing to this law, neither take anything from it. For verily I say unto you, they who believe and obey this law shall be saved, and they who know and obey it not, shall be lost. 
 "But as in Adam all die, so in Christ shall all be made alive. And the disobedient shall be given many tests, for they who persist in wickedness shall descend and shall perish eternally; but they who obey my Law will inherit everlasting life." 
 And as they came down from the mountain, Yeshua charged them, saying, "Tell the vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again from the sleep of death." 
 His disciples then asked him, saying, "Why then say the scribes that Elias must first come?" And Yeshua answered and said unto them, "Elias truly shall first come and make ready all things. 
 "But I say unto you, that Elias is come already, and they knew him not, but have done unto him whatsoever they lusted. Likewise shall also the Son of man suffer of them." Then the disciples under stood that Yeshua spake unto them of John the Baptist. .

[@AI-dc3zo]

Thank God for this message. It is liberating.