“As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had Compassion for them … and he began to teach them many things.” ~ Jesus (Mark 6:34) Note here that the depth of any teaching will be relative to the depth of the Compassion &/or the empathy that inspires it: Arrogance breeds teachings […]
“He who has ears, let him understand how to Hear.” ~ Jesus Christ (Matthew 11:15) This is actually a reference to the many times in the Gospels when Jesus called not for others to listen to him, but rather to comprehend what he was saying (see also Matthew 13:9, Mark 4:9, Mark 4:23 &Luke […]
“After saying farewell to them, he went up on the mountain to pray.” ~ unknown (Mark 6:46) First of all, it is helpful to realize that Jesus is frequently shown in the Gospels retreating into solitude to pray (see Mark 1:35, Matthew 14:23, Matthew 26:36-46, Luke 5:16, Luke 6:12, Luke 22:41-44, John 12:27-28 et […]
Acts 20:35 is a most intriguing verse. Without going into too much depth, its author essentially has the self-proclaimed “apostle” Paul quoting Jesus as having said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” On its face — fair enough, and yet there is one small problem: nowhere in the Gospels of the Bible […]
“These mysteries God has revealed to us through the Spirit; for the Spirit searches everything; even the depths of God.” ~ Paul (1 Corinthians 2:10) Despite the fact that Paul was quite obviously not privy to the greater Truths he claimed to know in his epistles, this verse still reflects quite a few potent […]
“If they ask you where you are from, answer that you have come from the Light … If they ask for the sign of the Father within you, answer that it is movement and rest.” ~ Jesus (Gospel of Thomas 50) In actuality, we all come from “the Light of the Father” — in […]
“Wisdom is vindicated by all her children.” ~ Jesus (Matthew 11:19) This verse reflects the Truth similar to the one that Jesus shares in Matthew 7:15-20 (and elsewhere) – teaching that the worth of a teaching (or an interpretation of Scripture; or even a teacher him or herself) must be measured by the “Fruits” […]
“The one who endures to the end will be Saved.” ~ Jesus (Matthew 10:22) The first question some might ask here is the one who endures what will be saved? Fortunately, Jesus answers this quite clearly throughout his ministry – repeatedly telling his disciples (indeed, even in this particular chapter) that they are to […]
“Be prepared to endure everything with patience, while Joy-fully giving thanks to the Father …” ~ Paul (Colossians 1:11-12) First and foremost, consider the Truth that it is impossible to purely give thanks while “enduring” anything – for the former is ever selfless & humble while the latter is always (at least to some […]
“All gods glorify insanity” ~ Latin Saying (Deis omnes insanium laudent) As far as the elohimic “gods” are concerned (i.e. all incomplete spiritual entities – known by some as “fallen angels”, by others as “demons”, and by the authors of Genesis as “the Elohim;” entities who encourage conflict, demand subservience, and tempt humanity with […]
“Be dressed for action and have your lamps lit.” ~ Jesus (Luke 12:35) First of all, to be “dressed for action” means to be mentally alert (not to be literally clothed, though that might prove helpful in many cases as well). Secondly, to have our “lamps lit” means to have our Hearts open – […]
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