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DON'T BE AFRAID ----->The older we get the more we fight this battle.
“Why are you so fearful?”
Mk 4:40 NKJV
Notice how the disciples reacted to the storm on the Sea of Galilee, and see if you recognize any of the same traits in yourself: (1) Fear makes us doubt God’s care. The disciples asked Jesus, “Do You not care that we are perishing?” (v. 38 NKJV). They didn’t ask about His strength: “Can you still the storm?” Or His knowledge: “Are you aware of the storm?” Or His know-how: “Do you have any experience with storms?” Instead they voiced doubts about His character: “Do you not care?” If you let it, fear will erode your confidence in God’s love and make you forget His faithfulness. (2) Fear makes us reach for control. Jesus was asleep, so the disciples woke Him and said, “Do something, quick!” Fear comes from a perceived loss of control. When we’re afraid, we grab for a component of life that we can manage—like our diet, or our job, or the neatness of our house, or in many cases—people. The more insecure we feel, the more controlling we tend to become. (3) Fear makes us forgetful. The Bible says, “He cast out the spirits with a word, and healed all who were sick” (Mt 8:16 NKJV). What a résumé! But fear gives us spiritual amnesia; it makes us forget what Jesus has already done and how good He has been to us. And what was Jesus’ response? “Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?” Faith doesn’t eliminate fear; it silences it, robs it of its power, and draws us closer to God. And when that happens things begin to change for the better.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

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There are several “grammatical” facts that many church leaders (especially those of us who are Oneness ) like to point out, which do have merit. First, the word NAME in Matthew 28:19 is SINGULAR (meaning ONE). Second, the words FATHER, SON, and HOLY GHOST are TITLES, not names. Third, Jesus was NOT telling his disciples what to “SAY” in Matthew 28:19 he was telling them what to “DO”! In addition, no biblical records exist of anyone ever being baptized referring to the titles “Father, Son, and Holy Ghost”, as spoken of by Jesus, anywhere or at any time. The disciples who carried out Jesus commission never recited this phrase and they never claimed Jesus to be “God the Father” or “God the Holy Ghost” thus their understanding of this specific passage (Matthew 28:19) does not support reciting these titles during a baptism (a common Trinitarian practice). This is a man-made traditional practice, not a biblical practice found in the bible. On the other hand, many of us who carry the banner of being Apostolic/Pentecostal (Oneness) have historically claimed that the three titles referenced in Matthew 28:19 indicate that Jesus is the proper personal name of God the Father and the three titles are in reference to the “one and the same being” (God himself). This belief is heavily focused upon Acts 2:38 and several other passages; Jesus came in his Father’s name (John 5:43), Jesus is the name of the Son (Matthew 1:21) and Jesus said the Holy Ghost (or comforter) would be sent in “my name” his name (John 14:26). Both Matthew 28:19 and Acts 2:38 have one thing in common that is often ignored, they both contain the phrase “IN THE NAME OF….”. Understanding this particular phrase is vital because this phrase is significantly different in its meaning and historically it has been used incorrectly by the majority of both Trinitarians and Oneness groups alike.

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Actually, what I am showing is found within God's Word, the Bible. As for the scripture you quote, it does not prove that Jesus is God, and here's why: the Son of God is indeed referred to by the title "Mighty God" at Isaiah 9:6. However, in the Bible, it should be noted that humans, angels, false gods, and Satan are also called "gods." For example, humans are called "gods" at Psalms 82:6, and Satan is called "god" at 2 Corinthians 4:4. Here's the thing: In the Hebrew Scriptures, the word for "God" is 'El, which simply means "Mighty One" or "Strong One." In the Greek Scriptures, the equivalent of this word would be the·os′. And what is more, at Isaiah 9:6, the expression "Mighty God" is translated from the Hebrew ʼEl Gib·bohr′, and is applied to the Son. However, the title "Almighty God" translates from ʼEl Shad·dai′, and is applied uniquely to Jehovah God. Hence, Isaiah 9:6 actually shows a distinction between the Son and God. Indeed, there is a big difference between being mighty and being almighty, having no superior. Read more: https://www.city-data.com/forum/christianity/2024057-according-bible-jesus-not-almighty-god-6.html

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Rank：Diamond Member Score：302150 Posts：4767 From：USA Register：11/11/2008 5:18 AM	Date Posted：07/02/2016 5:55 PMCopy HTML DON'T BE AFRAID ----->The older we get the more we fight this battle. “Why are you so fearful?” Mk 4:40 NKJV Notice how the disciples reacted to the storm on the Sea of Galilee, and see if you recognize any of the same traits in yourself: (1) Fear makes us doubt God’s care. The disciples asked Jesus, “Do You not care that we are perishing?” (v. 38 NKJV). They didn’t ask about His strength: “Can you still the storm?” Or His knowledge: “Are you aware of the storm?” Or His know-how: “Do you have any experience with storms?” Instead they voiced doubts about His character: “Do you not care?” If you let it, fear will erode your confidence in God’s love and make you forget His faithfulness. (2) Fear makes us reach for control. Jesus was asleep, so the disciples woke Him and said, “Do something, quick!” Fear comes from a perceived loss of control. When we’re afraid, we grab for a component of life that we can manage—like our diet, or our job, or the neatness of our house, or in many cases—people. The more insecure we feel, the more controlling we tend to become. (3) Fear makes us forgetful. The Bible says, “He cast out the spirits with a word, and healed all who were sick” (Mt 8:16 NKJV). What a résumé! But fear gives us spiritual amnesia; it makes us forget what Jesus has already done and how good He has been to us. And what was Jesus’ response? “Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?” Faith doesn’t eliminate fear; it silences it, robs it of its power, and draws us closer to God. And when that happens things begin to change for the better. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
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Rank：Diamond Member Score：302150 Posts：4767 From：USA Register：11/11/2008 5:18 AM	Re：DON'T BE AFRAID Date Posted：06/20/2024 7:03 PMCopy HTML There are several “grammatical” facts that many church leaders (especially those of us who are Oneness ) like to point out, which do have merit. First, the word NAME in Matthew 28:19 is SINGULAR (meaning ONE). Second, the words FATHER, SON, and HOLY GHOST are TITLES, not names. Third, Jesus was NOT telling his disciples what to “SAY” in Matthew 28:19 he was telling them what to “DO”! In addition, no biblical records exist of anyone ever being baptized referring to the titles “Father, Son, and Holy Ghost”, as spoken of by Jesus, anywhere or at any time. The disciples who carried out Jesus commission never recited this phrase and they never claimed Jesus to be “God the Father” or “God the Holy Ghost” thus their understanding of this specific passage (Matthew 28:19) does not support reciting these titles during a baptism (a common Trinitarian practice). This is a man-made traditional practice, not a biblical practice found in the bible. On the other hand, many of us who carry the banner of being Apostolic/Pentecostal (Oneness) have historically claimed that the three titles referenced in Matthew 28:19 indicate that Jesus is the proper personal name of God the Father and the three titles are in reference to the “one and the same being” (God himself). This belief is heavily focused upon Acts 2:38 and several other passages; Jesus came in his Father’s name (John 5:43), Jesus is the name of the Son (Matthew 1:21) and Jesus said the Holy Ghost (or comforter) would be sent in “my name” his name (John 14:26). Both Matthew 28:19 and Acts 2:38 have one thing in common that is often ignored, they both contain the phrase “IN THE NAME OF….”. Understanding this particular phrase is vital because this phrase is significantly different in its meaning and historically it has been used incorrectly by the majority of both Trinitarians and Oneness groups alike.
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Rank：Diamond Member Score：302150 Posts：4767 From：USA Register：11/11/2008 5:18 AM	Re：DON'T BE AFRAID Date Posted：06/20/2024 7:07 PMCopy HTML Actually, what I am showing is found within God's Word, the Bible. As for the scripture you quote, it does not prove that Jesus is God, and here's why: the Son of God is indeed referred to by the title "Mighty God" at Isaiah 9:6. However, in the Bible, it should be noted that humans, angels, false gods, and Satan are also called "gods." For example, humans are called "gods" at Psalms 82:6, and Satan is called "god" at 2 Corinthians 4:4. Here's the thing: In the Hebrew Scriptures, the word for "God" is 'El, which simply means "Mighty One" or "Strong One." In the Greek Scriptures, the equivalent of this word would be the·os′. And what is more, at Isaiah 9:6, the expression "Mighty God" is translated from the Hebrew ʼEl Gib·bohr′, and is applied to the Son. However, the title "Almighty God" translates from ʼEl Shad·dai′, and is applied uniquely to Jehovah God. Hence, Isaiah 9:6 actually shows a distinction between the Son and God. Indeed, there is a big difference between being mighty and being almighty, having no superior. Read more: https://www.city-data.com/forum/christianity/2024057-according-bible-jesus-not-almighty-god-6.html