Author: jontinymcpheron

First let me say that I am a mere human being that was born into a sinful nature and only by the grace of God almighty and the salvation found in Jesus Christ will I be found acceptable. I pray that you take my words as one weary travelers discoveries and that my intentions are not point fingers at any one denomination or belief system. My life experience has shown me the detailed workings of the Protestant Church to include my participation in seminary and collegiate Bible training, the complete catechism of the Catholic Church and a review of the Quran. None of these were capable of answering many nagging questions concerning the scriptures. After 40 years of "church life" I stopped following the crowds and began a study of the scriptures in the original Hebrew and Greek. Paralleling events in history with the scriptures and deciphering the effect of these events on the lives and theology of the believers. I pray that the information provided here has a three fold effect: 1. provide truth not otherwise provided by the corporate church experience 2. Answer questions that others are either afraid to ask or afraid to answer, and last but not least, 3. bring people to a saving relationship and closer walk with YHVH.

Digging a hole

The 501-c3 churches of America are $$280 Billion in Debt.... why? Acts 2:47 "Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved." G1577 ἐκκλησία ekklesia (ek-klee-siy'-a) n. 1. (literally) a “calling out.” (see H4744 for usage in Israel). 2. (concretely,... Continue Reading →

17 Jun 2018 2

1 Timothy 3:1-5

3:1 This is a true saying, if a man desire the office of a bishop (overseer), he desireth a good work. 2 A bishop then must be blameless (not guilty), the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober (clear minded), of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; (didactic - intended to teach, particularly in having moral... Continue Reading →

16 Jun 2018 0

1 Timothy 2:9-15

8 I will (resolve) therefore that men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath (anger/indignation) and doubting (debate). 9 In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel (orderly, good behavior), with shamefacedness (bashfulness) and sobriety (self-control); not with broided hair (elaborate), or gold, or pearls, or costly array (expensive clothing); 10 But (which becometh... Continue Reading →

15 Jun 2018 0

1 Timothy 2:5-8

5 For there is one God, and one mediator (intercessor) between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; 6 Who gave himself a ransom* for all, to be testified in due time. (*G487 ἀντίλυτρον antilutron (an-tiy'-lï-tron) n. a redemption-price, ransom. [from G473 and G3083] in addition to (i.e. additionally recompense in like manner). Reparation for a wrong... Continue Reading →

14 Jun 2018 2

1 Timothy 2:1-4

2 I exhort (request, implore) therefore, that, first of all, supplications (bind, betroth), prayers, intercessions (entreat with favor), and giving of thanks, be made for all men; 2 For kings (emperors, rulers), and for all that are in authority (leadership); that we may lead a quiet (tranquil) and peaceable (steadfast hold on) life in all godliness* and... Continue Reading →

13 Jun 2018 1

1 Timothy 1:19-20

19 Holding* faith**, and a good*** conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck: (*G2192 ἔχω echo (e'-chō) v.to hold (such as a possession) **G4102 πίστις pistis (piy'-stis) n. a reliance upon Jesus for salvation. ***G4893 συνείδησις suneidesis (sïn-ei'-d̮ee-sis) n. moral consciousness. Dictionary definition: “the quality or state of being aware especially of... Continue Reading →

12 Jun 2018 3

1 Timothy 1:14-18

14 And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus. 15 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief. 16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus... Continue Reading →

11 Jun 2018 0

What say you?

What was.....what is.... Deuteronomy 32: "They have corrupted themselves, their spot is not the spot of his children: they are a perverse and crooked generation." Moses had to deal with the people wanting to mix the faith in God with the idol worship of the Egyptians/ the environment where they had previously lived. Paul warns... Continue Reading →

9 Jun 2018 0

1 Timothy 1:11-13

11 According to the glorious (praiseworthy) gospel* of the blessed God, which was committed to my trust. * G2098 εὐαγγέλιον euaggelion (ev-an-ğe'-liy-on) n. the good news: of the kingdom, of God, of the grace of God, of Jesus Anointed, of His Son, of the Anointed One, of the uncircumcision (Gentile), of the circumcision (Hebrew), of your... Continue Reading →

8 Jun 2018 0

1 Timothy 1:8-10

8 But (additionally) we know that the law* is good**, if a man use it lawfully***; *G3551 νόμος nomos (no'-mos) n. (of antiquity) a regulation and its principle. (specially) the Torah-Law (of Moses (and of Yahweh), including the volume, Psalms, and the Prophets. see John 10:34 and 1 Corinthians 14:21) **G2570 καλός kalos (ka-los') adj. 1.... Continue Reading →

7 Jun 2018 0