Preach The Word, Be Instant In Season, Out Of Season; Reprove, Rebuke, Exhort With All Long Suffering And Doctrine - Part 1950

If one tells a lie often enough, the lie becomes perfected. In this context then, it is possible (and even probable) that someone will believe that lie as if it were the truth. Certainly, if we relate this simple analogy to commercially produced products in stores - those feature items termed as No Name brands - we can see how marketing strategies can imply that the product is the same as a name brand. In this case however, so many products have appeared under the No Name brand name that in actuality, the No Name brand has become a featured name.

But we also come to the conclusion that in much the same way, the outcome is the same with a modern day religious culture that misrepresents scripture. Their own presentation or version of the scripture becomes almost as if it is in complete accord with the written Word of God. Note the word "almost" because this is key to understanding. And sadly, the fearful thing about this perspective is that they nearly got away with their deceitful presentation. That is, until now.

Alas, their religious veil has been rent in twain from the top to the bottom -- by the precious and holy Word of God. For those who still present views that are contrary to the Scriptures, they will remain entangled in their web of deceit! Only God can open their eyes to the gospel truths and this is the message of this day.

In I John 5:7, the scriptures declare that there are three that bear witness on earth -- the Blood, the Water, and the Spirit. The scriptures are clear on this point for those that search the scriptures for the truth. For further understanding, the following scriptural references may be useful.

1. The Blood -- For God has declared that without the shedding of blood (speaking of Jesus' death on the cross) there is no remission of sin. Further, He said, this is My blood shed for many for the remission of sin. The first message preached in Acts 2 outlines the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. Upon preaching Jesus - mankind’s only redeemer - to the multitudes, conviction took hold of the collective and individual consciences of the audience. With their madness condemned in their hearts, the audience never had any recourse but to become free from their guilt. So, in desperation they cried out to the speakers addressing them saying, "Men and Brethren, what must we do?" The response is recorded in Acts 2:38 when the first 3,000 souls saved repented, and were water baptized in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and they received the Holy Ghost.

The speaker's solution to the troubled consciences did not precede the preaching of the sacrificial crucifixion of Jesus. This is because, as previously stated, that without the shedding of blood there cannot be any remission of sin. Not just any blood, but the blood that was in Jesus' veins -- the blood of the Holy Ghost (holy sinless blood of the only innocent and perfect man on this planet earth, with the capability to cancel all of man’s sins and transgressions and subsequently transfer man’s guilt onto Himself).

"After the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared ..." (Titus 3:4-7)

The apostles, filled with the holy Spirit of Jesus -- the Holy Ghost and Comforter -- told the followers what they ought to do to receive the remission of sin purchased of God for their salvation. On that day, as stated above, 3000 persons were baptized into the name of Jesus and thus eligible to receive the promised free gift of the presence of God’s Spirit. We note, that the Holy Ghost through the apostles said that the people were to be baptized into the name of Jesus. Likewise, earlier in the scriptures, the angel had said that His name should be called JESUS -- for He -- Jesus -- shall save His people from their sin!

As such, this is not a NO NAME brand of salvation. It is not a 1/3 of God went to the cross salvation. And it most certainly isn't a triad God that we serve. In fact, the gospel message is specific. For those readers who are still troubled with Matthew 28:19, note that the text that we have is not the original. It was changed from Jesus' Name to the titles -- father, son, and spirit. And because an accurate presentation of Matthew 28:19 has not been rendered, the "titles" have become a No Name brand as far as the scriptures are concerned.

But falseness and lies cannot stand against the truth of our Lord God and Saviour Jesus the Christ, for when THE LIGHT is shone in a dark room, the darkness has to go. And this is what happens when Jesus is preached by those who know the truth that sets them free from all bondage and condemnation. The darkness within society is illuminated because Jesus who is the Light of the world is being proclaimed to every one who will listen.

Thus, we don't need any more strangers to the truth standing inner pulpits. We do not need to adhere any longer to those wolves in sheep's clothing because Jesus is in the midst. And when His Name is lifted up high, He will draw all people unto Him. And sadly, while entire religious organizations have been built upon erroneous teaching concerning water baptism and more, those who believe do not have to fellowship in their midst, because the Lord Jesus is calling us out of those places so that we can and will gladly follow His leading and guiding in our hearts.

As attested by every single person water baptized in the New Testament scriptures, the ONLY name whereby one can be saved is by baptism into the name is Jesus! Therefore, let's follow the Bible instruction and don't look back. After all, as Jesus said, we are sanctified by truth -- Thy Word is truth. (John 17:17) Then you too will receive the free gift of the Holy Ghost -- the Seed of His holy Spirit dwelling within you!

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