What You Believe You'll Receive: What Does Mark

[@frameshifted1999]

Following Christ is like driving a car without a rear review mirror. There is no need to look back . Just focus on moving forward staying in his guide lines .

[@gravemind3590]

You are part of the rebel alliance and a traitor!

[@Robato-yuh]

When giving it means you're in a position that you can give.. not everyone is able to give something. That's a gift in itself

[@cindybennetts4589]

But didn’t the poor widow give her last two coins…and Jesus praised her actions, saying she gave all she had…? Isn’t there always something to give, even if it isn’t physical, for example, a word of encouragement, or prayers of intercession?

[@Robato-yuh]

@@cindybennetts4589 oh of course. But not everyone has the same gift to give.

[@KingsDaughter.]

​@@cindybennetts4589yup everyone has been given

[@betsybattles2696]

The Bible also says that if you are rewarded for giving/doing on earth, you have your reward and it will not also be rewarded in heaven. I'm not sure where this is found in the NT, I just remember learning this as a pre-teen and it has guided my life since.

[@joelunruh6534]

Matthew 6, in regards to good works, prayer, fasting. You're blessed to have such a good memory.

[@markohakkola5180]

Not quite. If you do things for human praise, then yeah....

[@RenewalCreations]

@Julie I don't know really know what to say in response to how the church responded to you, but for you to be thoughtful enough to write a thank you note. ...there are some pastors I know who would have really taken that to heart and treasured it. I am sorry your church was not as appreciative.

[@bjornegan6421]

i'd encourage you to dive into the Bible. How wonderful it is you remember that truth, how much else is in there that we need!

[@thepedora]

Thank you for this explanation on this text! It really puts into context a believer's approach to prayer.

[@lexicab7197]

The law of math....best line in the video. Love this video

[@elissabellajoy]

I loved that one, too 😁😁

[@valentinavadillo]

Lol loved it

[@michaeljguy]

It's the Law of Subtraction.

[@petepip]

A straightforward but necessary message, thank you.

[@houseofclure4867]

I love how Mike exposed the pitchfork holding up the halo in giving with alterior motives of selfishness. Reminds me of James You have not because you ask nit and when you do ask you ask with wrong motives: to consume on your selfish desires (wich is a sneaky form of gluttony.

[@samuelnosiru2837]

Embracing God's will is also an act of faith!

[@e.t.h.559]

I agree, Believing that God will answer our prayer is not a spell that we place on God so He must give us what we want. The context of the promise of prayer is God's ordained ministry, if we ask with the right intentions (James 4:1-3) and within God's will (1 John 5:14-15). The Bible promises "if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him" (James 1:5). If we pray for wisdom first, and ask in God's will, we will receive what we ask for. If we ask without wisdom, we won't ask according to His will,

[@dfischer5878]

Amen, we pray to conform ourselves to God’s will in all things with a full trust that His way is perfect

[@auniqueperspective..2284]

Thank you guys so much for opening my understand. The devil always counterfeits God.

[@bloodsweatphilp4310]

From experience, God's will is better than my own. Even though I fail, ultimately I am safer when I fully submit to God. Even when I don't understand. When God says no to me having more chocolate, then I do it anyway. I end up in a lot of pain. (I have a reaction when I eat too much sugar)

[@Jason-cn5vo]

God gives you the conviction/peace that He will do or has already done it. I experienced this when I asked God to take away my desire to smoke cigarettes. I tried to smoke one last cigarette and I felt God say I delivered you from that. I couldn't smoke after that.

[@charlielila9287]

Thank You for highlighting this subtle twist! My conscience is now awakened!

[@zubairskazi]

"give, and it will be given to you. a good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. for with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” - luke 6:38 “whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much." - luke 16:10 it cannot be denied that the bible says you will be blessed with more wealth if you give from your wealth. this is not to say wealth is the most important thing. the love of money still is the root of all evil. however it is something God can use to bless us if we don't idolize it.

[@samuelnosiru2837]

I love the part about asking amiss thus not receiving. For example, if you're asking God for a car, His will being to preserve you in humility so you don't stray from Him, if you having a car would jeopardise your humility or certain plans He has for you, you will not get that car, sorry, not sorry. Everything is to the Glory of God.

[@rjames202]

I'm watching your critique of Kenneth Copeland's Supernatural Heatwave Video. Thank you for exposing prosperity pimps. May God continue to bless you and all your work.

[@calb4650]

Wow, this is eye opening. I pray to understand Gods word more because I got tangled in WOF and other false teaching thinking I was in the right. But its my fault for not reading my bible and believing I knew it all.

[@katiehenry7]

You've just got to jump into the Bible headfirst... Start reading and reading and reading and praying for wisdom every single day.... and if you don't understand something.... Don't get frustrated... You WILL eventually. If you keep reading you will eventually come across a scripture that will completely open your mind to understanding what you might have struggled with a week before. You just have to keep reading. Book by book... Line by line... Chapter by chapter. Everything eventually comes together. It will change your life. I promise. Don't put it off another day... If you do you still just keep putting it off. Start today. TODAY. I think our days are running out.... ❤️ I just really felt strongly led to say those things to you and leave that message for you Cal B. ❤️

[@tobyhogue9369]

Wow I wish I could like this 2 times what a great message

[@germaan1]

I like your comment, maybe this will be 2 likes ;-)

[@JaneSmith0709]

This was very helpful for me. Thank you both for this video.

[@valentinavadillo]

Thanks for dividing it in short topica and clips it’s easier to share

[@johnhatch220]

excellent segment, and I'm so glad you covered the 'asking amiss' aspect, people tend to be oblivious to the fact that GOD (being omniscient) is not fooled by appearances, and (true) intention factors in to how He evaluates our decisions/actions. I would throw out a caveat though (to every lie there is some element of truth), to this new age (carnal) thinking there is a thread of biblical truth (not that it will benefit anyone that fails to turn to GOD), but anything done/given with pure intent 'will' result in more gain than cost (eventually), but there is no guarantee that that 'gain' will be received in this life, some/much/most (more likely most) of that gain will occur in heaven. ty for another excellent clip, hang in there : )

[@lightworkproductions]

You can also look at what the word "blessed" means in proper translation/context. It means happy or happier. Happier are the poor in spirit...happier are the meek...happier is it to give than receive. When we realize what blessed really means, it changes the entire perspective of the verse.

[@nightshade99]

Happiness is a result though, not an initial state of being such as "blessed"

[@christinestewart9734]

It's a blessing to give, to say thank you to God 🙏. Because he gave you life 🙏

[@wingnutmcspazatron3957]

8:16 verse he is mentioning is James 4: 3 and I have been looking for a verse to defeat the idea of manifestation for a while now, how awesome.

[@mrembomrembo2832]

Just wanted to say Melissa you have been such a blessing to me thank you for your clips they are very informative and eye opening thank you 🙏🙏 regards Marie

[@janethemerling6378]

Thank you for this voice 👍🏽

[@bishop5400]

I find that our God in heaven does not normally give to us what we ask for but gives to us what we want.

[@johnhatch220]

@@ravsinghrajput2105 good clarification 👍👍👍

[@LaneyandherGermanShepherds]

Yes !! You have to be happy with everything you have even if have nothing and gives thanks 😊 You have life be happy and grateful always 💖

[@jojersey4081]

Wow, so so true. I love this. Amen!

[@carolineoliveira5278]

Or as some preachers say “sowing a seed $$” in order to get a healing or miracle.

[@jasonprashant6624]

sowing seed so the preachers can receive the miracle of finance. 🤣😂🤣🤣

[@randystevens1690]

People are always looking at God's Word in a worldly point of view, in the flesh. But God is Spirit. Giving, is not material ,Giving is from the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Prayer is not material, or Self Seeking, Prayer is the Fruits of the Holy Spirit, and then All things will be added unto you. Keeping your eyes on Jesus not looking to the left or right, Surrendering to the Potters Hands Amen. Galatians chapter 5. In the name of Jesus Christ my Lord, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, and by the power of the Holy Blood Amen

[@theresa42213]

Good stuff Melissa! _GLORY_ to The KING!

[@tpw9099]

Love this video!!!!

[@rakastellar8955]

I would even say that giving in itself is already a reward

[@DulceCassia]

Can you do a video on Life and death is in the power of the tongue? So many people take that to believe that you should never say anything negative or it will delay blessings.

[@damarrbrown4915]

Glad I'm learning to study the Bible good

[@QodeshLYahuah]

Not to mention, the law of attraction is a selfish ambition which is a work of the flesh [Galatians 5:19-21]

[@KoVJames]

i don t see how a simple desire is a an impurity, and asking god for a blessing is also...asking for an outcome is the principle of a prayer , and there is like dozens of verses in the bible testifying that a good intented prayer will be answered always. the" law of attraction" is just a new age term of an answered prayer. there is absolutely nothing wrong with this mechanism.

[@louaguado995]

💖💗 love this video 💗💖

[@princeamoakwa4057]

The exegesis is GOLD!!! God bless you both! 8:36 “My faith is huge but God’s will tramps that.” 🔥

[@samuelnosiru2837]

The Bible says that the expectations of the righteous shall not be cut off

[@asiamadra1723]

yes, the passage in mark 11 says that whatsaver you beliebve you wll receive. thats exactly what the Bible says there. but the things that God gives us - the goal of our preyer has to be in agreement with the whole Bible. God does promise wealth to people. but God wants us to be humble and share with others not heap up wealth just for us...but it s anotbher story...

[@asiamadra1723]

@@Magic818100 it has to do with our prayer with believing. What you believe for you will receive it. So it includes also money.

[@iahmarielle]

He promises us wealth in terms of eternal riches in heaven when we are adopted as His children, but earthly wealth is not guaranteed !

[@asiamadra1723]

@@iahmarielle whatsaever means whatsaever so dont manipulate the Word. thats deception what you are doing

[@asiamadra1723]

@@Magic818100 the Bible says that whatsaever we pray for we will receive if we believe in our hearts for it...whatsaever means whatsaever. whatever you add is deception. God doesnt put any limits. so be careful to not add something that doesnt fit into your theology and stands in contradiction to the Word

[@iahmarielle]

@@asiamadra1723 Mark 11:24 can be taken out of context and interpreted as “God will give us anything and everything we ask for in prayer if we believe that He will answer.” however Jesus was telling His disciples that their prayers in HIS name must be in accordance with God’s will. believing that He will answer means that we must have genuine faith that He will answer. but even if He doesn’t, He still knows what’s best for us, for our lives, so we can trust in Him. in its context, i don’t see where it specifies in the Bible that God guarantees/owes us financial prosperity as His children. that isn’t even the point of being His followers! Eventually, earthly wealth and riches will pass away and we will leave them all on earth when He takes us with Him. and if financial prosperity IS INDEED promised to every believer, then i don’t know how to explain my family/loved ones in the Philippines who are faithful followers of Jesus, but are not financially thriving. yet, i know that they are wealthy in God’s Kingdom, even though they are not rich here in earth.

[@sophiedenning7853]

if you’re reading this please pray for my soccer tryouts!!

[@ArthurMagoola]

I think the real issue is that the unrenewed carnal mind is always focused on what it can see, and therefore the issue of blessing is based on material blessing rather than how Jesus defined it in the Beatitudes: that being blessed is about having a godly character that results in you always doing things God's way rather than the worldly way.

[@marijanamilenkovic8340]

Such a powerful disclosure of the New Age brainwashing. It also helps in realising we are not less worthy if don't "vibrate positively" all the time. Thank you ♥️

[@lightinthedarkministry8859]

at 9 : 29 regarding what Gods will is revealed in john 6:40

[@BonzoKilbourn]

@2:45 Mike says we're not giving to receive. Really? The bible is full from start to finish with stories of blessing being poured on to the faithful. I don't understand why you guys are so against people enjoying the promises God has made to us. Luke 6:38 "Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Galatians 6:9 "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." You reap what you sow Mathew 25: 41-43 “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. 42 For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink, 43 I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me."

[@Jessica_Jones]

The point is that our motive should be to give for the glory of God, not out of a selfish desire to get something in return. We *are* to enjoy any blessings God bestows on us in our lives, however, we are also to find contentment in our circumstances even when we might be struggling. It isn't a bad thing to gain wealth, but it becomes a problem when we make it our idol. As an example, I pursue greater fulfillment in my career not with the prospect of a higher income at the top of my mind, but with the goal of finding a job I love that will allow me the freedom to both be generous and to raise a family with attentive care so that they may come to love the Lord. Doors are opened for our desires when we align ourselves with His will and are driven by the right motives :)

[@BonzoKilbourn]

@@Jessica_Jones It's not selfish to expect God's favor in return for your faith and obedience. Word of faith and the like is saying just that. Anything can be abused, but done properly, it's a win-win situation.

[@Jessica_Jones]

@@BonzoKilbourn I see what you're saying, and I think there are some in WOF who feel that way, but many (especially new believers, I would say) fall victim to making that the end goal when, frankly, God doesn't guarantee we will gain our promised reward while still on this earth. I can't generalize and say that all WOF pastors focus solely on rewards from God, but there's sure a lot of "loud" ones who do, and sermons should focus on sharing the gospel with others, not on "what can I get from God??" When people put all of their faith into getting things and always being financially blessed, they are let down in times of hardship and more prone to walking away. It's heartbreaking.

[@LimeLight-cw4yo]

It's readily available for anyone who has FAITH. Who are the real believers?

[@shesmoonlight514]

Could you do a video on dry seasons and what they mean. If I'm in a dry season does that mean I've grieved the Holy Spirit? Or is this just a test of faith?

[@ligayamawhirt743]

How about we feel so blessed by God's grace that we are compel to give. And we are not driven by the fear of the future not having enough because we rely on God not money.

[@diannesmith9616]

How can you have enough Faith, you only have the Measure that God has given you now you can build on it but there’s no such thing as how much you can have, Abraham had great faith because it was given to him he spoke with God he placed his eyes on God so surely he had great faith

[@DS-zo8xs]

Can anyone answer this question, is it true that speaking negatively CAN impact your situation negatively? For instance constantly saying, I'm never going to be happy, never going to be loved etc. With constantly saying that, I feel it will cause you to get into a negative funk and you won't be happy or loved. But if you changed your mindset to, I will be happy and I will be loved, you'll at least be positive and probably realize that you are loved regardless or having a spouse.

[@grounded7362]

To ask according to God's will, is to ask in faith. The Father's will is that we walk in faith.

[@kangakid5984]

Of course we do things to receive benefit. Though the currency of wealth is not public or material. It is to invest in gods will and to see his love be enacted on Earth. We strive to please him and so that he can reward us in heaven as when we give to others in mercy and acts of love it is as if we have cared and given to Jesus himself. We use the gifts, skills talents and resources he provides us with to increase his glory as he guides us daily in strength from his word and through his son Jesus Christ our lord.

[@jkovert]

Crabs-In-A-Pot: "The analogous theory in human behavior is that members of a group will attempt to reduce the self-confidence of any member who achieves success beyond the others, out of envy, jealousy, resentment, or spite to halt their progress. See also: Tall Poppy Syndrome." wkpd

[@charlessavoie2367]

If your thinking is in line with the sesire it will come. Think as if its arrived already.

[@grounded7362]

I agree, it is better to give but to reject the idea of getting in return, then what do we do with these passages? Do ee just deny what the word of God says? Proverbs 19 : 17 He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. Proverbs 22 : 9 He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor. Proverbs 28 : 27 He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse. Luke 6 : 38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.

[@gailsmilanich9272]

Can one of you tell me what your issue is with word of faith?

[@gabrielamartiniuc6322]

It’s false teaching.

[@essdee800]

Have you done any videos on contemplative prayer, and receiving "personal revelation" from people teaching this like Priscilla shirer?

[@sophiedenning7853]

Jesus loves you, Ess!

[@essdee800]

@@sophiedenning7853 what if my name was Esau? "Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated"

[@kathidori8504]

@@essdee800 You are not the Esau back then, 4000 years ago, you live today. Yeshua died , so we can stand justified in front of God. Justified and loved.

[@meganbrown324]

I’m not sure if these two have done a video on contemplative prayer but I think Alisa Childers has. I know she brings up Richard Roar a lot and he is a huge proponent of contemplative prayer. I think either Justin Peters or Longfortruth have addressed Precilla Shier.

[@LimeLight-cw4yo]

The real kicker is how certain so called 'those of faith/Christians' who claim to serve for higher good denounce this script & accuse those of 'true' faith of using magic or evil deeds to gain blessings in life...

[@kangakid5984]

Mark 11:24 Jesus was teaching his select disciples at that time as to what they would be able to do when they would need it. There was far more miracles being demonstrated then and with the disciples as needed for his mission and also specifically for their later ministries. An object lesson in gods power. .

[@cynthiaharris5736]

I have thought a lot about this passage about praying for things that you want. Jesus said to pray what you want in my name. There were things I would’ve never asked my mother or my father for ,because I knew it was just not right. Jesus knowing his father would’ve never asked him certain things, so why would we ask Jesus things that we know he would never ask his father. This is just my thinking, but it is the guide I go by

[@gabrielamartiniuc6322]

When we are true Christians and serve God in humility we ask for the proper things. What we ask for is a window into our character.

[@cynthiaharris5736]

@@gabrielamartiniuc6322 very true

[@houseofclure4867]

If you give without faith its a dead work. "God you owe me because I did something good and if you don't hook me up then you broke your promise. " thats what your ACTUALLY saying when you operate like that. It's actually legalism. Turn God into Santa clause.

[@mattdavis9642]

I asked one person we believes this, if I pray to the universe to give up on my oxygen addiction that means it would come true. I was told I was being negative, so no it won't happen. I LOL'ed

[@sophiedenning7853]

Jesus loves you, Matt!

[@mattdavis9642]

@@sophiedenning7853 Yes he does, and he loves you Sophie, and everyone. I know my sense of humour is hard to get. Maybe it's how I was brought up or my military life, or church life, but it's me.

[@tohtorirosolli]

@@mattdavis9642 I am a Finnish guy and I got it when I first read it and not even the whole text 👍

[@mattdavis9642]

@@tohtorirosolli Thank you, Juuso. I know it's difficult to see intent in text. I try not to let it happen.

[@kathidori8504]

I have a heartbeat addiction 🥴🤯

[@sophiedenning7853]

Jesus loves you!

[@naryamie]

What is you opinion of JGLM? What the overseer curry Blake preaches?

[@houseofclure4867]

Faith is the thing that can guarantee a yes from God. Beliefs can be incorrect, or impure in motive, but faith... you can only get faith by hearing. So if you have faith, God will say yes because of your faith. But not faith in faith... its faith in Him, the author of that faith. So it is more blessed to give NOT to obtain some moral high ground, but you give because you don't lack the love of God. I have seen people broke from over giving, and they won't let anyone give back to them because it is a "lesser" blessing. Thats ridiculous. 🤣 so they get these little competition going over it.🙄 this is the kind of behavior and attitudes the mis application of these verses produce.

[@CenterCommunity]

So is praying for marriage restoration part of Gods will?

[@gabrielamartiniuc6322]

I have a Question. A fellow Christian said to me “When we pray we speak into the atmosphere and it changes the atmosphere. “ I asked her for a verse in the Bible to back that up and she refused to. I believe saying things into The atmosphere sounds new age to me. Is there a verse in the Bible about the atmosphere changing when we pray OUT loud?

[@Jessica_Jones]

That is definitely new age and sounds like what the Bethel leaders teach in The Physics of Heaven. Anything focusing on something outside of or in addition to God is not in the Bible. We can pray things in our minds only and have those prayers answered. In fact, there are many salvation stories of people who have cried out for Jesus in their minds and have been immediately saved from the oppression they were suffering from in that moment.

[@Aldijana-z1t]

This is Law of ASSUMPTION what Neville Goddard teaches..just assume and you will attract it. Serach for Neville Goddard

[@rocodiaz5221]

Lack of faith is a lack of trust in God.

[@stuart3753]

But why would anyone trust in a God that lost his creation to an adversary?

[@suzannewassink3914]

The first bible didnt even have verses to begin with. Only chaptors. A lot of people dont know that. Verses where added later for searching better in scripture.

[@markohakkola5180]

Interesting. What was the first bible? Keep studying and learning. This is a good place for that!

[@suzannewassink3914]

@@markohakkola5180 the dead seascroll's

[@Charleston4Jesus]

Yes while chapter and verse numbers were added much later as helps which is helpful especially when preaching but you can also see how you can take one verse out of context much easier in that format to put your own ideas into the text that is called eisegesis that is the wrong way to interpret scripture. Strange and unbiblical doctrines have come about through the eisegeting the text out of context method. Most mature believers can read the bible in a verse by verse format and know where the breaks are so to keep with the context that will give you the meaning.

[@julianbolanos4090]

If GOD wasn’t sovereign over the translation we know as the King James version, then things would be all screwed up. That’s not the case though. Verses we’re not added to the scripture. The verse numbers and chapters were but grammar has virtually stayed the same since back then. The core of grammar at least.

[@velaphimosesndlovu656]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🇿🇦

[@BenElyon3]

Give and it shall be given to you,good measure, pressed down, shaken together shall men pour into your bosom. I kinda remember Jesus saying this. What does that too mean? I'd say this again, you cherry pick almost all the time. I mean, I'd like to go really hard at the new age teachings, but not like this. You're discrediting some portions of scripture using other portions. Could you explain what Jesus said on the subject please?

[@sophiedenning7853]

Jesus loves you, Romeo!

[@KoVJames]

what does the " giving for the blessing of giving" has anything to do with that verse ? i don't get it. It's just a total other subject . We're talking about a payer's answer here, not a lesson about the benefits from giving... thats outta place 🤨

[@danielledegeorge2129]

But you reap what you sow......

[@marrerowski]

So the phrase "you can't outgive God" is a prosperity gospel teaching?

[@Jason-cn5vo]

Depends on the motive of the one quoting it. You can't out give God, but God doesn't tell us to give away everything we own.

[@dwightseely6919]

Melissa you are really sweet.... I’ve been digging your videos

[@diannesmith9616]

God’s will is to believe in Jesus point blank

[@houseofclure4867]

Please don't misunderstand what these two are talking about. They aren't trying to defeat a teaching from the Bible out of unbelief.. I think they are talking about the right way to ask... humble... or being proud.. as if you now deserve something because you were kind. Its a sneaky form of self righteousness because you now thing your a good person and God owes you your carma🤣 so on the other hand, every single one of us will have some measure of self involved in everything we do or ask for. Even when we give, its not because we are good people. I give and don't pat myself on the back about it and think there.. I got a reward coming now. ( forgetting the debt paid on my behalf) and off i go thinking I'm a good person. This is a tough one for me .

[@dannymorales2139]

✝️🙌🏿💜🇺🇸💪🏾💛

[@seanvann1747]

Mellisa my dear sister in Christ. Please hear my heart in this response 😪 Ever stop to think that maybe the new age have adopted true Biblical principles as their own(not the other way around) Such as sowing and reaping(karma) and others? Causing some Christians to reject said Biblical principles... What a demonic ploy huh? Luke 6:38 New King James Version Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 [6]But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. [7]Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. [8]And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: Mark 10:29-30 [29]And Jesus answered and said, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my sake, and the gospel's, [30]But he shall receive an hundredfold now IN THIS TIME, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the world to come eternal life. Don't abandon the truth of these scriptures just because the new age has seemingly appropriated something similar for themselves. Sometimes Christians like yourself zealously fight so hard against where you used to be that you end up actually denying and speaking against the truth of scripture... 😪 Please consider this response.. Bring these words to Holy Spirit and ask Him to convict you if they are true. Be blessed my sister in Christ 🙌

[@matasaina2011]

Nicely put. Just because she is an ex-new ager, I don't think she has greater spiritual insight .. in fact, she probably has less due to her limited theology of the Holy Spirit.

[@TheAimeeRT]

These are some good verses you bring out. I would like to add that some comments though. The golden rule is to treat others how you want to be treated. This doesn’t at all guarantee good treatment in return. I need to treat everyone well, regardless of how they treat me and I shouldn’t expect good behavior in return. Luke 6:38 is in the context of judging others, not about material goods or getting things in return. It reminds me of Matthew 6:14-15. 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 is not guaranteeing anything in this life. It’s encouraging people to give so that others can go and share the Gospel. The reward for those who give will be in heaven. It’s also important to note, that the amount you give doesn’t matter so much as the heart behind it. That you are content with what you have and give cheerfully. And finally, Mark 10:17 - 31 talks about how difficult it is for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. A rich man asks to follow him and is told to sell his possessions and that his reward will be in heaven. In 29-30, Jesus is speaking with his disciples. They have left all they know and yet, from sharing the Gospel, they receive brothers and sisters in Christ. God provides them places to stay during their travels throughout countries. It’s also important to note, that Jesus mentions it brings persecutions too. This isn’t about giving and getting in return. It’s about giving all you have to God and trusting him that he will provide exactly what you need. It’s devotion to God, not to what you will receive.

[@seanvann1747]

@@TheAimeeRT My dear sister in Christ. Every verse in the Bible has a specific "context" I agree. However these 3 passages of Scripture have Biblical principles that are applicable and should be applied outside of the "context" of the scriptures in which they are written. I see this "we must look at the context" argument often, and it always is used when one is trying to refute a Biblical principle or truth that they themselves are not walking in or just don't agree with. Please take a moment to see if this is not true for you 😊 Be blessed my sister in Christ 😇

[@TheAimeeRT]

@@seanvann1747 But when one takes the verse out of context to apply it to different teachings, does that not change the meaning of the original text? Some verses can be quoted alone because their meaning does not change (ex: John 3:16). But to take these we've discussed and many other verses outside of their original context, the meaning changes. That's false teaching. It's like in elementary school when a teacher tells someone how to figure out the meaning of the word based on context clues. For example, "At the baseball game, the bat hit his friend," is very different from "At the cave, the bat hit his friend." But if you just say, "the bat hit his friend," the meaning of "bat" is vague and could lead to misunderstanding. I think we'll have to agree to disagree. Have a good day.

[@seanvann1747]

@@TheAimeeRT My dear sister in Christ. It's like this 😊 Gravity is a phisical earthly principle. If the only time we had ever see this principle in action is when an apple fell out of a tree we cannot assume that gravity only works in the "context" of apples falling from trees. Just because the principle of gravity can be applied in other circumstances does not take anything away from the fact that gravity is still causing apples to fall from trees 😉 I'll give you a Biblical example I'm sure you can relate to 😉. Matthew 19:23 New King James Version Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Assuredly, I say to you that it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. Could we ever say well this Biblical principle does not apply to you or me because this verse in it's "context" is referring to the rich young ruler. Absolutely not lol! We know its a Biblical principle that applies to us all I'm sure you would agree 👍 In Matthew 5:39 we see that Jesus is talking to a group of people that do not include us. He says that if someone is slapped on their right cheek they should turn and give that person their left side as well. I'm sure that you would also agree this is a principle that was not only for that group of people because of the "context". We as Christians are called to have this same kind of Love as a manifestation of lives as well. 😊 I preached on this several weeks ago I will leave a link to it here. I pray it is a blessing to you my sister. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3aZioN-gJiMaMk God bless you 🙏

[@davidel67]

Not sure if you two are believers or not.

[@JBerry32971]

Why?

[@andymachala999]

"Slave. obey thy master."

[@sophiedenning7853]

Jesus loves you, Andy!

[@JohnGodwin777]

“And the kings of the earth, who have committed fornication and lived deliciously with her, shall bewail her, and lament for her, when they shall see the smoke of her burning, standing afar off for the fear of her torment, saying, Alas, alas, that great city Babylon, that mighty city! for in one hour is thy judgment come. And the merchants of the earth shall weep and mourn over her; for no man buyeth their merchandise any more: the merchandise of gold, and silver, and precious stones, and of pearls, and fine linen, and purple, and silk, and scarlet, and all thyine wood, and all manner vessels of ivory, and all manner vessels of most precious wood, and of brass, and iron, and marble, and cinnamon, and odours, and ointments, and frankincense, and wine, and oil, and fine flour, and wheat, and beasts, and sheep, and horses, and chariots, and slaves, and souls of men. And a mighty angel took up a stone like a great millstone, and cast it into the sea, saying, Thus with violence shall that great city Babylon be thrown down, and shall be found no more at all.” ‭‭Revelation‬ ‭18:9-13, 21

[@JohnGodwin777]

“Servants, be subject to your masters with all respect, not only to the good and gentle but also to the unjust. For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly. For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when you do good and suffer for it you endure, this is a gracious thing in the sight of God. For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps. He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth. When he was reviled, he did not revile in return; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but continued entrusting himself to him who judges justly. He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you were straying like sheep, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.” ‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭2:18-25‬ ‭ESV‬‬

[@andymachala999]

@@JohnGodwin777 So God is good with slavery and slaves can be beaten as long as it takes them at least 3 days to die to honor God. How convenient if you own slaves.

[@andymachala999]

@@JohnGodwin777 So slave owners will be punished? Hmm.

[@joshhigdon4951]

Mike Winger, though denies it, is so close to open theism that its scary.

[@idkhippo]

Why’s that?

[@yfuguvuv]

What does that mean?

[@dfischer5878]

Yes, yes!

[@dfischer5878]

@@yfuguvuv it’s a heresy that says God does not have foreknowledge and pushes mans so called autonomous free will

[@houseofclure4867]

I don't think Mike is close to open theism at all. He did say in the video, how God is not going yo yield His will to out selfish desires.

[@sbg5364]

The least inspirational answers