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On today's episode, Michael chats it up with Kip Andersen. Kip is an award-winning filmmaker whose films include the Netflix blockbusters ‘Seaspiracy' and ‘What the Health,' which was co-executive produced with Joaquin Phoenix. He is also a certified Jivamukti and Kundalini yoga teacher, as well as the founder of AUM Films and Media, a non-profit organization that promotes awareness and equality for all life. Kip's most recent film, ‘Christspiracy: The Spirituality Secret,' features a guest appearance by Michael and was co-executive produced with Leonardo DiCaprio. The film was purchased back from Netflix and can be seen online (see link below). Highlights from Kip and Michael's provocative conversation include: -A deep dive into the film's central question: Is there a spiritual way to kill an animal? -Kip's sudden shift to veganism and how his ponderance of the ethical, environmental, and spiritual layers of eating animals inspired his trilogy of documentaries, culminating in ‘Christspiracy' -Kip discovering the Nazarene and Essene movements—early religious sects that were against temple animal sacrifices—of which Jesus and his brother James were a part -Recounting Kip's shocking experiences filming ‘Christspiracy' and uncovering cultural coverups around animal treatment -Unpacking the true meaning of “dominion,” not as control over, but as caring for the Earth and all beings, including animals -Kip's decision to release ‘Christspiracy' independently and let viewers pay what they can, and more! Next, Michael leads a guided meditation with a high vibration of intention to wake up to our glorious nature. Catch up with Kip here: https://www.aumfilms.org/films-1 and on social media. Watch Christpiracy here: https://christspiracy.com/. Remember to Subscribe or Follow and set an alert to receive notifications each Wednesday when new episodes are available! Connect with Michael at his website – https://michaelbeckwith.com/ – and receive his guided meditation, “Raise Your Vibration and Be Untouchable” when you sign up to receive occasional updates from Michael! You can also connect with him at https://agapelive.com/. Facebook: @Michael.B.Beckwith https://www.facebook.com/Michael.B.Beckwith IG: @michaelbbeckwith https://www.instagram.com/michaelbbeckwith/ TikTok: @officialmichaelbeckwith https://www.tiktok.com/@officialmichaelbeckwith YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqMWuqEKXLY4m60gNDsw61w And as always, deep gratitude to the sponsors of the Take Back Your Mind with Michael B. Beckwith podcast: -Agape International Spiritual Center: https://agapelive.com/ and -NutriRise, the makers of Michael's AdaptoZen product line, a few of which include: -Superfood Greens: https://nutririse.com/products/greens-superfood -Superfood Reds: https://nutririse.com/products/adaptozen-superfood-reds -ELEVATE+: Organic Fermented Mushrooms: https://nutririse.com/products/elevate-fermented-mushrooms-powder
Get ready for an episode that dives into the depths of ancient spiritual warfare! We welcome back Dr. Merrill Greene, a scholar whose groundbreaking research explores the protective rituals of the Qumran community. From apotropaic magic (yep, we learned a new word) to exorcisms, we discuss how ancient Jewish practices influenced early Christianity and what that means for us today. We also tackle the controversial world of deliverance ministries, spiritual disciplines, and even the role of music in spiritual warfare. Oh, and did we mention the title of Merrill's dissertation is Sectually Transmitted Demons? Yeah, get ready for this one!https://www.weirdgod.com/Weirdness of God bookTimestamps:01:13 Apotropaic rituals vs. exorcisms02:17 What is apotropaism?03:46 Groundbreaking research on the Dead Sea Scrolls04:15 The contrast between apotropaism and exorcisms06:00 Spiritual warfare and ancient Jewish traditions06:41 The mezuzah as an apotropaic object07:07 The Passover as an act of spiritual protection08:30 Why the Reformation rejected spiritual protection rituals09:32 The dangers of monetizing spiritual practices11:33 How Merrill's dissertation challenged modern deliverance practices13:29 The armor of God as apotropaism15:01 Apotropaism in First Nations traditions17:32 The problem with rigid deliverance ministry rules19:23 Psalm 91 as an exorcistic text21:16 What is and isn't superstition?24:30 Jericho and the power of sound in warfare27:08 How spiritual disciplines impact supernatural protection30:33 The power of being part of a faith community35:33 The danger of exaggerated deliverance theatrics39:47 Joseph's divination cup and biblical divination41:08 Was the Essene community influential on early Christianity?46:38 Did the Qumran community invoke spirits against each other?48:53 Merrill's next book: Altered States of Consciousness in the Bible53:53 The stigma around altered states in Christianity56:30 Merrill's personal encounter with the supernatural58:46 Why charismatics need academic theology01:04:25 The church's fear of spiritual experiences01:06:39 Explaining Sectually Transmitted Demons01:11:37 Merrill prayer
Today on Foundations, we'll continue learning about the Essene community at the time of Christ. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In the first half, author Dr. Ken Hanson discussed the mysterious sect known as the Essenes and the Book of Enoch, an ancient text that came to light when the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. In 1946, a Bedouin shepherd stumbled upon the ancient scrolls containing what is now understood to be an "ancient library of Hebrew texts." This library is believed to be linked to the Essenes, an ancient Jewish group that diverged from mainstream Judaism, he explained. The main branch of Judaism focused on the temple and law, while the Essenes centered their beliefs on stories of fallen angels and the end of days.He expressed a shift in his understanding of the Essenes, suggesting they may have had a more significant influence on early Christianity than previously thought, as Jesus' teachings resonate more with the Essene beliefs than with Temple Judaism, he noted. Hanson pointed out parallels between the Book of Enoch and the writings of the ancient historian Josephus. "The Essenes cultivated arts of healing" such as using roots and spells in the same type of language that Josephus described.Hanson marveled at the discovery of the Essenes' gate in Jerusalem, in the same location where it's thought Jesus went on trial. Speaking of connections between the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Book of Revelation, he said that one of the scrolls was called the "War Scroll," and it detailed "seven apocalyptic battles between good and evil." While three battles are won by the "sons of light," and three are won by the "sons of darkness" (the fallen angels), the ultimate victory comes from divine intervention.----------Spiritual teacher Lorna Byrne has touched the lives of people around the world with her work on angels. In the latter half, she shared her profound insights, and how angels guide and support individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs. "From the moment I opened my eyes, I saw angels," she recalled, explaining how, as a toddler, she felt a deep love and connection with them. Byrne emphasized that each person is accompanied by a guardian angel, stating, "To your guardian angel, you are its number one." She reassured listeners that these celestial beings never leave our side and are here to guide us through challenges.The conversation also delved into the concept of "unemployed angels," which Byrne described as angels waiting to assist those in need. "They are pouring down from heaven, waiting for us to ask for a helping hand," she said, highlighting their readiness to support us in everyday tasks. To connect with one's guardian angel, she advised asking for signs, with feathers being a common symbol of their presence.Byrne also urged listeners to expand their prayer practices beyond personal needs. "Can you pray for the stranger as well?" she asked, pointing out the importance of praying for those who cannot pray for themselves. She believes a simple prayer can have transformative effects, and the prayer you say for a stranger may save a life or mean more than you know. People can also reach out to what she called a "rosemantic" angel for help finding love or a relationship, she added.
The Holy Lands are most vibrant at this time of year, whispering codes of peace and one of the greatest stories of mankind to learn from. Join me in this episode accessing higher codes of Consciousness as we unravel the true teachings of Christ with priestess and mystic Catherine Tiferet Levi.Tune in as Catherine & I discuss:Sacred Sites in and around the Sea of Galilee as spiritual anchors of Christ ConsciousnessSurprising and controversial insights of the Sacred Core Teachings of the Essenes and the Kabbalah Living unfolding Prophecies of the Coming of the New Earth The Vibrant Path to Peace and your role in this transformational journeyAbout Catherine:Catherine Tiferet Levi is a priestess, mystic, teacher, intuitive, and healer. She is the founder of the School of Enlightenment, where she empowers spiritual teachers, healers, and leaders of the New Earth to step fully into their divine roles. Her spiritual lineage and influences include the Yoga, Essenes, Kabbalah, Tantra, and the ancient Egyptian Isis-Hathor tradition.Over the past decade, she has traveled extensively praying and teaching at sacred sites in Egypt, Israel, India, and beyond. And after having lived in Egypt, she is currently based on the sacred Mount Carmel in Israel a revered site and historical homeland of the Essenes,Catherine also spent the past two years living between the Galilee mountains and Migdal/Magdala - the home of Mary Magdalene - by the Sea of Galilee. There, she leads sacred pilgrimages and healing retreats, fostering profound spiritual transformations. Catherine's signature online offerings include The Enlightened Goddess Within, a 12-week one-on-one mentorship, coaching, and healing program, as well as The Way of the Tantric Priestess, a powerful group container for women.
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Now we go back to the first century and look at the Essene sect of Jews, John the Baptist and the Kabbalah. We explore the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Serot, the Zohar and the inner teachings of the Bible. Based on Steven's book Christ Enlightened, the Lost Teachings of Jesus Unveiled.
Who exactly did John the Baptist claim to be, and why did he respond cryptically to the religious leaders questioning him? In this video, we explore John's reference to Isaiah 40:3, where he declares himself as "the voice of one crying in the wilderness." However, John does more than just quote the verse—he alters it, applying an alternate reading, a method commonly practiced by first-century Rabbis. In ancient Jewish hermeneutics, the lack of punctuation in the original Hebrew text allowed multiple interpretations. Rabbis would intentionally explore different readings of the same verse to uncover deeper meanings in Scripture. Understanding this practice reveals what John was truly saying about his identity: he is the forerunner, the one preparing the way for the King Messiah's arrival and the restoration of God's reign in Jerusalem. We'll also explore the fascinating connection between John the Baptist and the Essene sect behind the Dead Sea Scrolls, who similarly went into the wilderness to prepare the way for the Lord. Could John's ministry have been influenced by the teachings and practices of the Essenes? Join us as we dive deep into the cultural, theological, and historical significance of John's words and discover the powerful message he was declaring. --------------------------------------------------- www.figtreeteaching.com Support Fig Tree Ministries: https://donorbox.org/support-figtree-ministries Fig Tree Amazon Portal: https://amzn.to/3USMelI Lesson Handout: https://www.figtreeteaching.com/blog/john-the-baptist-jewish-hermeneutics Explore my digital notes on the Gospel of John, now available at the links below: Download a PDF of my notes on John 1:19-28: https://www.figtreeteaching.com/blog/my-notes-on-john-119-28 Download a PDF of my notes on John 1:29-34 https://www.figtreeteaching.com/blog/my-notes-on-john-129-34 Explore Jesus' Parables: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCaBz_NhYH3Hfxwgh1v-CbTccuZS-SWjR Good News: https://youtu.be/zfkfoXW1DPU YouTube: https://youtu.be/1kDaGrRnPEY References: The Jewish Gospel of John - Eli Lizorkin-Eyzenberg https://amzn.to/3BO402d
Episode 80 features a conversation with Kelly Matthews. She begins by giving some background on Dolores Cannon and then describes a little about the main characters and ideas in her book Jesus and the Essenes. She reveals who the Essenes are/were, along with what is significant about them and why the Dead Sea Scrolls are so important in regard to learning about them. Next she talks about the community known as Qumran including their customs and practices. She spends some time discussing how Jesus is connected to the Essenes, as well as some of the Christian traditions that overlap with some of the Essene customs. She also explains who the Kaloo are and why they are important to the Essenes. Then we share some specific things that we learned while reading the book that really stood out to us. Towards the end, she shares how people can connect and work with her, along with how to listen to her podcast Enlighten and Elevate. enlightenandelevatewithkelly@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067889031070&mibextid=LQQJ4d @kmatthews840 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kellymatthews840?igsh=MmtxODhqMzFnYW9k&utm_source=qr To book a distance Reiki session with me click the link below: https://alignelevatewithkelly.as.me/
Deejay and Alfavedic/Qortal/Music and Sky founder, Mike Winner, returned to the podcast to breakdown the difference between lawful and legal, and help me and us understand why it is crucial for us as individuals, as well as a collective, to stand in honor with the law.Part 2:danikatz.locals.comwww.patreon.com/danikatzwww.danikatz.comFree Law for Mankind Q+A Clinic:https://thesovereignsway.com/share/q-a-clinic/?link=57291Find Mike:substack.com/@djmikewinneralfavedic.commusicandsky.comShow notes:Legal vs LawKnow Thyself- internal & universal principles of Law & moralityLaw of One - consciousness History- cycles of past governance systemsSovereignty traded for servicesRoman, to church, to common, to mercantile, to commercial lawGreg Paul & Law for Mankind course- it's an inside gameMusic & Sky and Essene's- parallel societies in the private Private Trusts, Equity, Land PatentsFed discount window and “Man on the land"Land Patent/ Alloidial titleEquity- fairness, rightness, reasonLawsuits- domain of legal, not lawImplied contracts- birth certificatesRecision, remedy, and Nazerene- Prodigal son parableOdysee and operating with honor- Ask questions Dealing with police officers- equity process/billing for timeMike's court experiencesTrespasses & correspondence Tyranny & Totalitarianism relies on our consent to contractingLicenses, voting, & Straw-man citizenship identityTaxes and forms, US corporationLaw For Mankind- Mike's biggest takeawaysEquity & discharge process- cleaning the slateGod's Law & Love frequency- claiming our own powerFatherly guidance- embodying the lawMike on Substack
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Aaron Abke is a paradigm-shifting spiritual teacher that delivers a fresh, new perspective on Metaphysics and Ontology through his teachings on the Law of One, A Course In Miracles and Spiritual Intelligence. Aaron aims to provide humanity with the tools, knowledge, and practices needed to aid our collective ascension to Enlightenment, or "4th Density Consciousness". His passion and purpose is to awaken this planet to a higher consciousness. Hope you enjoy this conversation with Aaron! Takeaways Spiritual intelligence (SQ) is the combination of self-awareness and embodiment of that awareness. Balancing the lower three chakras (root, sacral, solar plexus) is essential before activating the higher chakras (heart, throat, third eye). Forgiveness is the practice of understanding another person's perspective without necessarily agreeing or approving of their actions. Forgiveness releases negative energy and contributes to personal and collective healing. Understanding different perspectives is crucial in a divisive society, such as in politics. One person tuned into their heart energy is more powerful than hundreds of thousands who are not. The divine is all-loving and incapable of judgment or forgiveness. Judgment is an illusion, and forgiveness is unknown in heaven. Unconditional love and forgiveness have the power to heal ourselves and others. Acts of harm and evil are cries for help and love. Healing our relationship with ourselves is crucial, especially in relation to autoimmune conditions. Jesus' teachings align with the principles of the Course in Miracles and the Essene philosophy. Balancing the lower three chakras and activating the heart chakra through forgiveness and unconditional love is essential for spiritual growth. Polarization occurs when we resist or separate our hearts from others, while unity and love come from embracing oneness and understanding different perspectives. Humanity is going through a process of healing and transformation, with negative energies and corruption coming to the surface to be healed. The Essenes were a mystical, Kabbalistic sect of Jews who taught the way of the law and the teachings of Jesus. Their teachings are resurfacing now as we enter a new era of consciousness. Higher density souls, such as Jesus, choose to incarnate into third density bodies to be of service and help humanity evolve. Living from the heart and practicing forgiveness are essential for personal and collective transformation. The power of natural law and unconditional love can help us navigate through challenging times and create a better world. You-est You® Resources for YOU! See below for free tools, resources, programs, and goodies to help you become your YOU-EST YOU! 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The Bible is largely silent about Jesus between the ages of 12 and 30. Various sources offer conflicting claims, insisting Jesus trained under an Essene teacher, traveled to India, was mentored by Hindu healers, lived in a Tibetan monastery, studied Buddhism, or joined a “Secret Brotherhood” in Heliopolis, Egypt. After hearing the evidence, you'll be able to determine if there is any validity to these stories or if He simply remained in Nazareth until announcing His ministry in the synagogue.Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video format on our YouTube channel. Mike Shreve's other podcast Discover Your Spiritual Identity—a study on the biblical names given to God's people: https://www.charismapodcastnetwork.com/show/discoveryourspiritualidentity Mail: P.O. Box 4260, Cleveland, TN 37320 / Phone: 423-478-2843Purchase Mike Shreve's popular book comparing over 20 religions: In Search of the True Light
A Sermon for the Tenth Sunday after Trinity 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 & St. Luke 19:41-47 by William Klock Imagine being in the crowds that surrounded Jesus as he made his way through the towns and cities to Jerusalem for the last time. By now, everyone knew who he was—or, at any rate, who he claimed to be. There were sceptics. There were believers. A lot of people weren't sure what to believe. He wasn't what people expect of the Messiah, but he was doing Messiah things. He was healing the sick and the blind and the lame. He cast out demons. He raised the dead. He preached good news to the poor. Think of the crowds in Jericho, the last city before Jesus climbed the mountain to Jerusalem. The crowds swarmed the road to see him, he'd healed blind Bartimaeus, and that thing with Zacchaeus! That little twerp had spent his traitorous life selling out to the Romans and ripping everyone off, but since he'd met Jesus he was a new man—even paying everyone back what he'd stolen. Everywhere that Jesus went, the promises of the Prophets of old were finally being fulfilled. Despite all the questions people had about him, there was definitely something about Jesus. That, and Passover was just days away. Jesus plus Jerusalem plus Passover! Surely something big was about to happen! Maybe the day of the Lord really was just around the corner and that got everyone out and lining the road as Jesus came through town. And then, on his way out of town, Jesus stopped and looked around. The crowd went silent. He was about to say something. “There was once a nobleman,” Jesus said, “who went to a far country to be given royal authority and then return. He summoned ten of his slaves and gave them ten silver coins. ‘Do business with these,' he said, ‘until I come back.' His subjects, however, hated him, and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We don't want this man to be our king.' “So it happened that when he received the kingship and came back again, he gave orders to summon these slaves who had received the money, so that he could find out how they had got on with their business efforts. The first came forward and said, ‘Master, your money has made ten times its value!” “ ‘Well done, good and faithful servant!” he said. ‘You've been faithful with something small; now you can take command of ten cities.' “The second came and said, ‘Master, your money has made five times its value!' “ ‘You too—you can take charge of five cities.' “The other came and said, ‘Master, here is your money. I kept it safe, hidden away in this handkerchief. I was afraid of you, knowing that you are a hard man. You profit where you made no investment and you harvest where you did not sow.' “ ‘I'll condemn you out of your own mouth, you wicked servant! You knew that I'm a hard man, profiting where I haven't invested and harvesting where I haven't sown, so why didn't you at least put my money in the bank? Then, at least, I'd have earned some interest when I got back!” “ ‘Take the money from him,' he said to the bystanders, ‘and give it to the man who turned my one coin into ten!' (‘Master,' they said to him, ‘he's got ten coins already!') And then paused and he looked around at the crowd and his face was sombre and the people could tell, he wasn't just telling a story anymore. Now he was the king from the story talking directly to them “ ‘Let me be clear,” he said, “To everyone who has will be given more; but if someone has nothing, even what he has will be taken away from him. But as for these enemies of mine, who didn't want me to be king over them—bring them here and slaughter them in front of me.” And with that, Luke says that Jesus went on his way, setting out on that winding road up to Jerusalem. No further interactions with the crowd. No further commentary. Did the people understand? I think they must have. Of course, the problem was—as so often seems to be the case—everyone was pointing fingers at everyone else. Jesus the Messiah had come to judge—to bring God's justice—but it was the other guys who were the problem. The Pharisees looked down on everyone who wasn't a Pharisee. The Essenes looked down on everyone who wasn't an Essene. The am ha'artez—the regular Joes—they looked down in return on those other folks because they were always looking down on everyone else. And the Sadducees? Pfft. Judgement. It'll never happen—just like the resurrection of the dead will never happen. But everyone understood what Jesus was saying. He was the king finally coming back to see what his servants have been up to in his absence. The crowds already saw Jesus as part of the story of Israel. If he was the Messiah, then he was the rightful king returning to Zion to take his throne—just like the king in the parable. And that—if Jesus really was the Messiah—that meant the day of the Lord—the day when God would judge the wicked and vindicate the righteous—that meant it was coming—almost here—just like in the parable. So this was the day the prophets had spoken of. The Jewish exiles had returned to Jerusalem from Babylon hundreds of years before, they'd rebuilt the city and the temple, but the Lord's presence had never returned. The temple, as glorious as it was—especially after Solomon's recent renovations—the temple sat empty. The priests went about their business of offerings and sacrifices, but the cloud of glory that had once rested on the ark of the covenant, the presence of the God of Israel, had never returned and, because of that, the people questioned whether their exile had really ever ended. They were back in the promised land, but the most important part of the promised land—the presence of the Lord—was still missing. The prophet Malachi had announced that the “the Lord whom you seek” would come to the temple, but that he would come in fiery judgement. Zechariah, too, spoke of the Lord, one day, finally, returning to Zion. Again, everyone would have understood Jesus' story. He was saying that in him, the Lord was finally returning to Jerusalem as he had promised through the Prophets. And Jesus has left them with that big question: Who will stand before the Lord's judgement. And the part of the story about the talents entrusted to the servants made perfect sense to the people. That was them. They knew that the Lord had given them a purpose. They knew that the Lord had called Abraham, that he had delivered their ancestors from Pharoah's bondage, that he had led them to the promised land to be a light in the midst of the nations—a witness to what it looks like to be the people who live with the Creator God in their midst. They knew that their ancestors had gone off into exile in judgement for their faithlessness and idolatry. And that judgement still hung over them. The people of Israel were called to be stewards of God's covenant, his law, his grace and when he returned he would judge them. Had they been faithful stewards? All along the way, as Jesus made his way from Galilee to Jerusalem, he was warning the people that if they did not listen to him, if they did not repent, if they continued to treat the Lord's covenant with disdain, the Lord's judgement would fall on them: on the nation, on Jerusalem, and especially on the temple. Jesus is saying that in him, the God of Israel is coming and on that day of judgement, you don't want to be that faithless servant who has been a poor steward of God's grace and hidden away his master's treasure in a handkerchief. Jesus reminds the people that God's kingdom was about to come and that as much as it was good news for many, it also meant horrible judgement for a lot of them. Some of the crowd cheered, some wept happy tears, but there were some—the people invested in the status quo, the people with their own firmly entrenched ideas of what the Messiah would be like and how the Lord's return was supposed to go down—there were some who were angry. Like those in the parable, they didn't want this man to be their king. They couldn't bear the thought that somehow this Jesus was actually the Messiah, let alone the Lord, the God of Israel returned to Zion. And I expect that parable raced ahead of Jesus, up the long and winding road from Jericho to Jerusalem—passed from mouth to mouth down the long line of pilgrims on their way to Passover. The parable prepared the way for Jesus to enter Jerusalem. Luke leaves out the long and tiring journey up the road from Jericho—the road where we meet the Good Samaritan in another of Jesus' stories. From Jericho Luke takes us straight to the top of the mountains, to Bethany, as Jesus sends his friends to find the prophesied donkey. (That's the Palm Sunday Gospel we know so well.) As Jesus rode through the crowd into Jerusalem, the people cheered him and sang messianic chants. They knew what was happening. The Lord was returning to Zion. But just like at Jericho, there were those who were angry. How dare Jesus do this! And Jesus knew, despite the crowds who welcomed him, Jesus knew that judgement was inevitable. The Pharisees were sure to remind him. There he was, riding through the crowd to their messianic chants and the Pharisees pushed their way through and they said, “Rabbi, tell your disciples to cut it out.” As far as they were concerned, this was blasphemy. Jesus wasn't the Messiah, let alone the Lord returning to his people. That, at this kingly display was probably going to cause problems with the Romans. And with their rebuke ringing in his ears, Luke says in verse 41, that as Jerusalem came into view, Jesus stopped and wept. “If only you'd known this day—even you,” Jesus said, “the things that make for peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes. For the days are coming upon you, when your enemies will build up earthworks around you and surround you and hem you in on every side and bring you crashing down to the ground, you and your children within you. And they will not leave one stone on another, because you did not know the moment when God was visiting you.” Jesus' tears remind us what's at the heart of the gospel. For three years, Jesus had warned the people of Galilee that judgement was coming to the nation, to Jerusalem, and to the temple. Over and over he called his people to repent. His message hadn't gone over any better than it had for the prophets of old, like Jeremiah, who was known for the tears he wept over his people. Jerusalem would be no different than Galilee and Jesus knew it. He'd been rejected there—they even tried to stone him once. His reception in Jerusalem was going to be even worse. And as much as he knew rejection meant his own death, that's not why he wept. He wept for their sake. “Unless you repent, you will all likewise perish,” he had said a few chapters earlier. And now he looks across the valley to Jerusalem where Pilate had just recently killed a bunch of Galileans and where the tower of Siloam had fallen, crushing people alive, and it was all just a foretaste of another, greater catastrophe soon to come. A few decades later and the hills around the city would be covered with Roman crosses, bearing executed Jews and the city and the temple would be brought crumbling down. The people had heard the warning, but they would not listen and Jesus wept. Again, not for himself or for his own coming death. And not with any sense of, “I told you so!” Jesus wept, because discipline and justice do not come from the cold heart of a distant God, but from the God who loves so deeply that he was willing to give his own life to summon his beloved to repentance, from a love that is faithful and that will set things to rights, in order to bring what's best. A love that wept over a rebellious people intent on their own agendas and their own interests, who refused to be stewards of his goodness and grace. And the temple—the temple was at the heart of it all. There's a reason why Jesus went straight to the temple when he entered Jerusalem. That was what the Messiah was supposed to do. And so Luke goes on in verses 45-48: He went into the temple and began to throw out the traders, saying to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be a house of prayer,' but you have made it a den of robbers.” And he was teaching daily in the temple. But the chief priests and the scribes and the leading men of the people were trying to destroy him. They couldn't find any way to do it, because all the people were hanging on his words. If all we take away from this is that it was Jesus' angry protest of the commercialisation of the temple, we'll have missed the point. This is another of his acted-out prophecies. It's a warning—in the vein of Jeremiah—that if the temple becomes the hide-out of a bunch of robbers, it will fall under the Lord's judgement. And, of course, that's just what had happened. But the robbers weren't necessarily who we might at first think. The money-changers and the folks selling animals for sacrifice had to be there. Roman coinage wasn't allowed in the temple. People needed animals for their sacrifices and not everyone could bring one from home. Maybe the exchange rates and the prices were gouging the people, but the real robbers were the priests and leaders of Israel, who were robbing God in far more important ways. The temple stood at the heart of Jewish identity. It represented the covenant between the Lord and his people. And even though the cloud of his glory had never returned to it after the exile, it was still seen as that one place on earth where heaven and earth, where God and human beings met. And so it was the symbol of the Lord's faithfulness to Israel, of the sureness of his covenant promises. But in return the leaders of Israel used the temple to put on a show of faithfulness. The overt idolatry, the altars to Baal and Asherah that sent Israel into exile were long gone, but the leaders of Israel had found other ways to be unfaithful to the Lord. They lived as if a mere outward façade of faithfulness would bring his blessings and Jesus has been reminding them over and over and over, that the only real response to the Lord's covenant faithfulness is faithfulness and obedience in return. Disobedience to the Lord's covenant doesn't just result in a lack of blessing. No, if you're in covenant with the Lord, disobedience eventually calls down judgement. The Lord will set this world to rights and if the people he has called to be stewards of his grace for the sake of the world will not be true to their calling, he will remove them from that stewardship and give it to another—just as in the parable. The leaders of Israel had done nothing with their talent but bury it in the ground. Soon it would be time to take it and give it to another. Again, this wasn't unexpected. Throughout his ministry Jesus had pointed—sometimes subtly and other times not-so-subtly—to the fact that the temple's days were numbered and that, in him, the Lord was doing something new. Maybe the greatest hints were those times when he announced the forgiveness of sins, without people having to go to the trouble of offering a sacrifice. Repeatedly, Jesus bypassed the priests and the temple and offered, himself, what the temple had offered the people. Later, he would announce that he would tear down the temple and rebuild it in three days. All of this was blasphemy to the priests and to the scribes and the Pharisees. And they never did grasp what he meant when he said he would rebuild the temple in three days, but those who saw him raised from the dead did. Jesus was the new temple. Heaven and earth, God and man no longer meeting in a building on the mountaintop, but now meeting in Jesus himself. In him we meet the God of Israel. In him we know his justice, but in him we also know his grace and his mercy and his love as he weeps for those about to face God's wrath, as he prays for the very people who crucified him. In him, most of all, we see the profound faithfulness of God and his worthiness to receive glory and praise. And then the amazing thing. As the Lord judged the old Israel for her unfaithfulness to her calling, in Jesus he creates a new people, a new Israel, and establishes a new covenant—a covenant this time ratified with his blood shed at the cross and in the pouring out of his own Spirit on his people. We go from Jesus, in whom God and man, heaven and earth intersect, to his church—to a people—in whom the Lord himself dwells. The old Israel looked to a law written on stone tablets, while the new—while we—live with the law written by the Spirit of God on our own hearts. And in the same way, the old Israel looked to a temple of bricks and mortar on the mountaintop above Jerusalem, but by his Spirit, Jesus has made us the new temple. He incorporates us into his ministry. As we saw a couple of weeks ago. We have been adopted we share in his inheritance. And so, because our Lord is prophet, priest, and king, we too as a people share in his prophetic, priestly, and ruling ministry. In our Epistle today, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, St. Paul reminded the Christians in Corinth of their calling—of the riches the Lord had entrusted to them. The Spirit had empowered them with amazing gifts, but like the old Israel, they'd forgotten their calling and were using those gifts for their own agendas—again, burying the king's wealth in the ground—turning the Lord's temple into a den of robbers. Paul writes: There are different types of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are different kinds of service, but the same Lord; and there are different types of activities, but it is the same God who operates them all in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. (1 Corinthians 12:4-7) This leads Paul into Chapter 13, where he writes about the nature and supremacy of love. “Love never ends,” he says. These other gifts are temporary, but they're meant to build up love. They're meant to create a community of people who will be stewards of God's grace—a community of people redeemed and made new by his own blood, shed at the cross, a people who, by his grace, have a share in his new creation, a priestly and prophetic people called to go out as the Messiah's royal heralds to proclaim that he has died, that he has risen, and that he is the world's true Lord. A people who live with the Lord in their midst and who show the world his faithfulness, to show the world that he is worthy of glory and praise. Brothers and Sisters, that's us. Like Israel in Jesus's day, we live in an in-between time. One day the Lord will return again to judge the earth, when the gospel has done its work, when every last one of his enemies has been put under his feet, when he comes to remove every last vestige of sin and rebellion and to set everything to rights, to wipe away every tear, and bring his new creation in all its fulness. But in anticipation of that day, we are his stewards, empowered by his Spirit and entrusted with the gospel, with the good news about Jesus, crucified and risen. And as Christendom wanes—at least in our part of the world—and as the darkness creeps back in, there's a powerful sense in which we, the church, are coming to know exile as the old Israel once did. Brothers and Sisters, that exile is a call to faithfulness, a call to remember that Jesus is king, and call to remember that his gospel and his Spirit will accomplish what he's sent them to do. And that means that as stewards of his gospel and his Spirit, we will accomplish what he has chosen and called us to do—to be stewards of his grace, to be his royal heralds proclaiming his death and resurrection and his lordship until he comes again. No matter how dark it gets, no matter how hated and despised we may be, the Lord is always faithful to his promises. He is our hope and he never fails. May we be faithful with the treasures of the gospel and the Spirit he has entrusted to us, that one day he may say, “Well done, good and faithful servants.” Let's pray: Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may obtain what we ask of you, teach us to ask for those things that please you, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Sandra Recchione was born with the gift Seership and is a Clairvoyant Trans Medium as well as a Divine Dragon Energy Healer and Flower & Gem Essence Creator and Practitioner....A diversified and universal Spiritual Advisor for our changing times. Her clairvoyant gifts and mediumship connected her to the angelic realm and Archangel Michael, her guide, who has assisted her as her spiritual team leader throughout this lifetime. Sandra combines flower and gem essences for you and creates a custom essence and aura spray designed especially for your current needs. These flower and crystal remedies can assist in healing trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, psychic attacks and symptoms associated with the current planetary and cosmic energies, known as Ascension Symptoms. Many ancient civilizations used flower essences in their natural remedies, as did the Essenes through the practice of the Myrrophore Lineage, of which Mary was a part. Learn more about the sacred oils, flowers and resins used by the Myrrophore priestesses during this most auspicious time in history. Today Sandra will be sharing some information about the fascinating world of Mary Magdalen, whose story intertwines with Yeshua and the Essene movement that was thriving in that era. We'll delve into how this movement shaped her life and teachings, and how it continues to inspire us. She'll share some special flower essences and space & aura sprays that are available in the shoppe, each carefully crafted to carry the unique frequency and energy of Mary Magdalen. These products are designed to help you connect with her healing and transformative power. Discover the enduring legacy of Mary Magdalen and the spiritual tools that can bring her energy into your everyday life. https://starseedessenceshoppe.com/ Anastasia's Starseed News is up first!
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Dive deep into the untold stories of history with Michael Jaco and Dr. Bill Luria in "Unraveling the Mystical Tapestry of Judaism Part 2: Unveiling the Hidden Wars of History." This epic podcast series unravels the mysteries and prophecies of the Jewish civil war, focusing on Genesis 49 and the lineage of King David. Explore the profound prophecy of Jacob's blessing, linking Benjamin to the targeting of Jesus, and venture into the clandestine world of the Knights Templar and their hidden artifacts. Dr. Bill Luria, a direct descendant of King David, brings unparalleled insights into the Templars' thousand-year mission to safeguard sacred treasures. Join us as we traverse through time, uncovering the battle between good and evil that has shaped civilizations. From the crucifixion of Christ and the Jewish faith in Rome to the Templars' dark secrets and their profound influence on religious and political landscapes, no stone is left unturned. In this riveting discussion, discover the Essene community and the Dead Sea Scrolls, and Dr. Luria's personal ties to historical figures like Solomon Ben Isaac. Follow the journey of Godfrey de Bouillon and Baldwin during the First Crusade to Jerusalem, unraveling the significance of the red cross talisman and its protective power. Explore the Templars' military prowess, Spartan techniques, and controversial actions during the Crusades, alongside the suppression of diverse religious forms by Catholicism. This podcast delves into the Medici family's legacy, the Sistine Chapel's hidden messages, and the subversive themes challenging the Pope, woven into art by Jewish scholars like Michelangelo. We discuss Dan Brown's gripping narratives, the blending of faiths for political ends, and the societal shifts towards political correctness, touching on Jonathan Cahn's works and the removal of the Ten Commandments from public spaces. Journey through time as we uncover the Templars' rise to power, their secret knowledge, and their mysterious downfall in 1307, orchestrated by King Philip IV of France. Learn about the treasures moved to Switzerland and the secrets that could challenge the church's very foundation. Discover hidden truths about Yeshua, his teachings, and the ongoing battle against corruption within religious institutions. Reflect on the cyclical nature of power struggles, from Russia's recovery post-Soviet era to the potential for a new golden age. Explore the Knights Templar's enigmatic practices, spiritual meditation, and the power of ancestral DNA. Hear personal stories of faith, survival, and the profound impact of individual power in shaping our world. Join us in "Unraveling the Mystical Tapestry of Judaism Part 2: Unveiling the Hidden Wars of History" for an enlightening and transformative journey through the ages, where history, prophecy, and spirituality intertwine to reveal the hidden truths that have shaped our world. Embrace the awakening and step into a new world of knowledge, faith, and profound understanding. Join host Michael Jaco, Ex-Navy Seal, who teaches you how to tap into your Intuition and Unleash the Power within, so you can become the Master of your Reality. Connect with Michael Jaco at his website - michaelkjaco.com
Today we finally drill down to look at both sides of the argument of John the Baptist possibly being an Essene. https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes
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Known by many names and traditions, the Nazarene left a living resonance in the ethers that would forevermore guide true seekers of the Light. Beyond the misinterpreted words of Scripture by those coveting Earthly authority, His message speaks directly to the heart. This time of new beginnings that He foretold, has once again met the resistance of those who would quash his teachings under the guise of religion and "science". As world events continue to expose the thinly veiled plans to enslave Mankind, a new generation of intrepid Souls have chosen to outwardly share the Essence of the Christ. Aaron Abke has repurposed his initial path as a fundamentalist pastor to become a paradigm-shifting spiritual teacher with a new perspective on Self-Realization through his teachings on the Law of One, Metaphysics, and Spiritual Intelligence. Hailing from a lineage of Christian pastors, Aaron graduated from Oral Roberts University with Degrees in Music and Theology, but soon departed from his job as pastor to seek the deeper roots of spirituality through the Eastern traditions and practices. Aaron aims to provide humanity with the tools, knowledge, and practices needed to aid our collective ascension to Enlightenment, also known as "4th Density Consciousness". His passion and purpose is to awaken this planet to the awareness of our oneness and collective destiny as an Enlightened civilization. On this episode Aaron will take us on a historical & biblical journey to evidence that Jesus was, in fact, an Essene. We'll delve deeply into the spiritual path, diet and lifestyle practices of the Essenes, and reveal how Paul's gospel hijacked this original movement of enlightenment. Show links: https://www.aaronabke.com/ Book list: The Essene Gospel Of Peace - Edmond Bourdeaux Szekely The First Essene - Edmond Bourdeaux Szekely Discovery of the Essene Gospel Of Peace - Edmond Bourdeaux Szekely Life & Teaching of The Masters of The Far East - Baird T. Spalding Join Barre & Mike at Music & Sky 2024 - June 20-24th in Mendocino County, CA. Get 10% off here: https://musicandsky.com/ref/3/ Join Our Private Community And Join In The Discussion: https://alfavedic.com/join-us/ Follow our new YT channel: / @offgridelegance Get our favorite blue blocker glasses! https://alfavedic.com/raoptics Learn how to express your law and uphold your rights as one of mankind. https://alfavedic.com/lawformankind Alfa Vedic is an off-grid agriculture & health co-op focused on developing products, media & educational platforms for the betterment of our world. By using advanced scientific methods, cutting-edge technologies and tools derived from the knowledge of the world's greatest minds, the AV community aims to be a model for the future we all want to see. Our comprehensive line of health products and nutrition is available on our website. Most products are hand mixed and formulated right on our off grid farm including our Immortality Teas which we grow on site. Find them all at https://alfavedic.com Follow Alfa Vedic: https://linktr.ee/alfavedic Follow Mike Winner: https://linktr.ee/djmikewinner
Our Gospel this week is packed with hidden gems and secret keys that unlock layers of hidden meaning in Mark's Last Supper account. The Essenes, producers of the famed Dead Sea Scrolls, serve as one of these keys. We'll make the case that Jesus celebrated the Passover with the Essene community in Jerusalem, a thesis that instigates a cascade of implications and we'll end our time together delving into the idea of the Eucharist as a covenant, that is, an exchange of persons that allows God to share himself with us in ever more intimate ways.
Today we ask the question, was John the Baptist an Essene? But before we get there, we have to ask the question, what is an Essene? https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes
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Enjoy this episode? Please share it with at least ONE friend who you think needs to hear it! In this episode of The Way Forward, Alec engages in a profound conversation with Aaron Abke, a paradigm-shifting spiritual teacher, diving deep into various spiritual topics and shedding light on esoteric teachings. Key Discussion Points: Background and Early Influences: Aaron shares his upbringing in a church and witnessing physical healing, which sparked his spiritual journey. He delves into the teachings of Jesus and the parables that hold deeper meanings. Exploring the Law of One: The conversation explores the Law of One and its teachings, providing a fresh perspective on self-realization, non-duality, and spiritual intelligence. Interpreting Biblical Passages: Aaron discusses the true meaning and background of passages from the Bible, debunking incorrect teachings and exploring the contradiction of beliefs. Essenes and Jesus: The beliefs and rituals of the Essenes are examined, along with their correlation to Jesus and evidence of their relationship. The discussion touches upon the diet of Jesus Christ and life force energy. Aaron Abke is a paradigm-shifting spiritual teacher known for his teachings on the Law of One, Non-Duality, and Spiritual Intelligence. With a passion for awakening humanity to our collective destiny, Aaron provides tools, knowledge, and practices for our ascension to Enlightenment. For more on Aaron and 4D University, head to https://www.aaronabke.com The Way Forward podcast is sponsored by: NEW BIOLOGY CLINIC: Experience individually tailored terrain-based health services with virtual consults, practitioner livestreams, movement classes, and more. The New Biology Clinic's motivation is to make you healthy and keep you that way. Visit https://NewBiologyClinic.com and enter code TheWayForward for $50 off your activation fee. Members of The Way Forward get the full activation fee waived. Become a member of The Way Forward here: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ ————————— LIVING THE OFF-GRID DREAM: Turn your homesteading, retreat center, or off-grid dream into a reality with Living the Off-Grid Dream: https://thewayfwrd.com/offgrid. Members of The Way Forward receive a free consultation with Jaymie. Become a member of The Way Forward here: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ ————————— ORGANIC MUSCLE: Organic Muscle is revolutionizing sports nutrition by exclusively utilizing non-GMO ingredients from USDA Organic farms. Experience the fusion of organic purity and scientific excellence at https://organicmuscle.com, and unlock a 15% discount with code "FORWARD15" at checkout. ————————— For more on The Way Forward, please visit: https://thewayfwrd.com Visit our online marketplace for discounts on a variety of the best holistic health brands and products: https://thewayfwrd.com/store/ For all of our links, visit: https://www.flowcode.com/page/thewayforward Support The Way Forward and Alec's work: https://thewayfwrd.com/donate/ FIND YOUR PEOPLE! Join The Way Forward to connect with like minded men and women near you, businesses near you, and more! The best part? You pay whatever you want!: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ Do you run a freedom-oriented or holistic health-oriented business? Join our FREE business directory here: https://thewayfwrd.com/directory-form/ You can watch The Way Forward Podcast on YouTube, Unite, Bitchute & Rumble Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWayFwrd Unite: https://unite.live/channels/the-way-forward/the-way-forward Bitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/a3s3CiyELVd8/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheWayFwrd *This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from The Way Forward, LLC. The purpose of this presentation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is presented in the spirit of service for all.* 0:00 - The Essene Gospel of Peace & Eating Like Jesus 1:45 - Introduction 9:26 - Giving Rudy Eyesight 19:01 - Where Do Ideas of Hell Come From? 28:30 - Assumptions of God Requiring a Blood Sacrifice 33:21 - Essene Gospel of Peace 43:52 - Dead Sea Scrolls and What They Are 54:13 - Evidence on Christ Being an Essene 1:10:15 - Forgiveness and Stopping Karma 1:20:17 - The Jesus Diet 1:39:30 - How He Got The Diet Started 1:46:01 - Kundalini Awakening 1:55:15 - Closing Statements
This episode explores the important work of the Brain Exercise Initiative with Essene GumustekinIn this episode of 'Let's Talk Brain Health', Essene Gumustekin, an MDJD candidate at UCLA Medical School and Harvard Law School, founder of the Brain Exercise Initiative discusses her inspiration and commitment to improving brain health. The Brain Exercise Initiative is a non-profit organization that conducts brain exercise sessions for seniors across the US and Canada. The program, based on the work of Japanese neuroscientist Dr. Ruta Kawashima, involves seniors performing simple math and reading aloud for 30 minutes a day, five days a week, to significantly improve cognitive function and memory. Gumustekin further talks about the app they developed to make brain exercises accessible for everyone and her broader goals for the initiative, including potential international expansion and program digitization. The initiative also emphasizes the benefits of intergenerational connections for both students and seniors. 00:00 Introduction to Essene Gumustekin and the Brain Exercise Initiative 01:37 Essene's Personal Connection to Alzheimer's 02:35 The Research Behind the Brain Exercise Initiative 04:15 Mission and Goals of the Brain Exercise Initiative 04:55 The Key Components of the Brain Exercise Initiative 06:54 The Multigenerational Approach of the Program 13:54 The Challenges and Opportunities in Promoting Brain Exercise 17:10 The Future Growth of the Brain Exercise Initiative 19:44 Essene's Personal Brain Care Routine and Advice 22:36 Conclusion and Contact Information *Learn more about the Brain Exercise Initiative on their website or email brainexerciseinitiative@gmail.com **Explore the research behind this initiative here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/virtualbrainhealthcenter/support
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In this Episode talk about the connection between Jesus, Malcolm X, and the Essenes. In his autobiography Malcolm X mentions Jesus being part of an Egyptian Brotherhood called The Essenes . Here is passage for from the autobiography of Malcolm X where he refers to Jesus and the Essenes . I can't remember how, or why, he somehow happened to mention the Dead Sea Scrolls. I came back with something like, "Yes, those scrolls are going to take Jesus off the stained-glass windows and the frescoes where he has been lily-white, and put Him back into the true mainstream of history where Jesus actually was non-white." The reporter was surprised, and I went on that the Dead Sea Scrolls were going to reaffirm that Jesus was a member of that brotherhood of Egyptian seers called the Essene-a fact already known from Philo, the famous Egyptian historian of Jesus' time. And the reporter and I got off on about two good hours of talking in the areas of archaeology, history, and religion. It was so pleasant. I almost forgot the heavy worries on my mind-for that brief respite. I remember we wound up agreeing that by the year 2000, every schoolchild will be taught the true color of great men of antiquity. We also talk about Elijah Muhammad and the Kennedy Situation some more
In this Episode talk about the connection between Jesus, Malcolm X, and the Essenes. In his autobiography Malcolm X mentions Jesus being part of an Egyptian Brotherhood called The Essenes . Here is passage for from the autobiography of Malcolm X where he refers to Jesus and the Essenes . I can't remember how, or why, he somehow happened to mention the Dead Sea Scrolls. I came back with something like, "Yes, those scrolls are going to take Jesus off the stained-glass windows and the frescoes where he has been lily-white, and put Him back into the true mainstream of history where Jesus actually was non-white." The reporter was surprised, and I went on that the Dead Sea Scrolls were going to reaffirm that Jesus was a member of that brotherhood of Egyptian seers called the Essene-a fact already known from Philo, the famous Egyptian historian of Jesus' time. And the reporter and I got off on about two good hours of talking in the areas of archaeology, history, and religion. It was so pleasant. I almost forgot the heavy worries on my mind-for that brief respite. I remember we wound up agreeing that by the year 2000, every schoolchild will be taught the true color of great men of antiquity. We also talk about Elijah Muhammad and the Kennedy Situation some more
Good news; Insurrection; Declining Roman Empire; Repentance; Moving from light into darkness; Archeology; Excavations in Rome; Cover-ups in Tepe (Turkey); Uncovering important mysteries; Spiritual insight; Simon the jar-maker; People preferring darkness; Hating Christians; Walking in forgiveness; Anger at the truth; Changing your jurisdiction; Essene charity; Sanhedrin; Hi priests; Wave offerings; Values of Christ; Preparing yourself for Holy Spirit; "name" = character; Christ's praying; Worldly distractions; Fasting; Why Rome in Judea; Matt 26:51 cutting off an ear; Spiritual enemies; Praying for answers; No exercising authority; Caiaphas; Seeking false witnesses against Christ; Holy Spirit causes choice; Matt 26:58 following from afar; Fixing spiritual things; Reaching for God; Council = Sanhedrin; "Elder"; Unrighteous Sanhedrin; The Way of Christ; Temple of God; Sons of God; Temple functions; Sharing/charity; Seeking righteousness; Matt 26:64 to Caiaphas directly; (Righteous) Son of Man; Second coming?; Holy Spirit provides courage; Peter's denial of Christ; Breaking Peter; Benefits from Pharoah; Hearing the cries of your brothers; Watching and praying; Degeneration of society; God's judgement matters; "His Holy Church"; Inheritance in the Kingdom of God: Mark 7:21; God's healing; Being a good servant; Paying your tale of bricks; Gal 5:19; Adulterating your body; Christ's ultimate remedy; Forgiveness required; Matt 27 introduction; Repent and seek His kingdom and His righteousness.
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Ken of Antiques Freaks suggested that we read this and the time is nigh. Come along with us to Atlantis and Lemuria while we try to figure out why all of sentient life in the cosmos is organized like your local Target. The return of LMJ. Additionally, we are baffled as to why authors never seem to be able to cite a quote from a famous person that's actually real. In addition to our usual barnyard language, today's episode contains: aliens, a touch of racism/eugenics, and dangerously high levels of woo-woo and conspiracy.
Steven shares the secrets that help explain who we are and what is happening in the world right now. From a brief history of the Old Testament to what's in the Dead Sea Scrolls, the teachings of the Essene, the Kabbalah, including the Sefer Yetzirah, Bahir and Zohar, and how it ties into our life time and our lives. The enlightenment has begun, and you are a part of it. Enlightenment Television
Near-death experience guest 776 is the Reverend Devi Grace. She has had 2 near death experiences and during each NDE experience she was a walk-in spirit. Reverend Devi Grace is an ordained Gnostic minister, Essene bishop, Kundalini Yoga instructor, Caring Economy advocate (Center For Partnership Studies), advanced energy medicine practitioner, Twin Flame Physics mentor, oracle for Gaia, childhood walk-in, trained channel, initiated medicine woman, shamanic guide, geomancy consultant, Integral coach, spiritual messenger and a somatic teacher of male/ female soul embodiment. Rev. Devi Grace's Websites https://beyondbeinghuman.orghttps://divineunionacademy.com/http://www.divineunionfoundation.org/ Rev. Devi Grace's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SpeakingTreeOfLife --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/support
Join us in this enlightening interview as Dana Micucci, a seasoned explorer of spiritual traditions, delves into the sacred teachings of the Essenes and their timeless healing wisdom.
Ancient patriarchs and the Bible | ancient patriarchs and the Talmud | ancient patriarchs and the Dead Sea Scrolls | who are the ancient patriarchs? | testaments of the ancient patriarchs | extra Biblical sources of JesusThe Talmud teaches that the ancient patriarchs were all prophets, and that each one of them left testaments for their descendants to read. These contain commands for their children, moral lessons, and prophecy. This legend is not only repeated among the Essene community, but fragments of twenty such records have been found in the Dead Sea scrolls.Ken's book, Ancient Testaments of the Patriarchs: Autobiographies from the Dead Sea Scrolls, shares the testaments of Enos (Adam's grandson), Enoch, Lamech (Noah's father), Noah, Abraham, Jacob, Levi, Judah, Naphtali, Joseph, Benjamin, Kohath (son of Levi, and father of Amram), Amram (father of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam), and Aaron. In addition, he addresses many extra-biblical prophecies of the Messiah, including Aaron's warning about the Messiah's First Coming.#remnantradio #deadseascrolls #talmud #theology #theologypodcast #theologydiscussion Website: https://theremnantradio.comSubscribe to Newsletter: https://theremnantradio.beehiiv.com/subscribeKairos Classroom: Use Promo Code "Remnant" for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classes Kairos Classroom: Use Promo Code Remnant for 10% offhttps://kairosclassroom.com/classesSupport the show
Down the rabbit hole we go…. The other main alternative thrown out there is that of Josephus. However, why don't scholars know who Josephus was. How could they claim Qumran was an Essene Canon when Josephus, the Essene, had a different Canon in the same era? How can they not see that Josephus was a Pharisee in his own words? In fact, have they even bothered to read Josephus' supposed 22-book Canon which actually does not even list the 22 books? They speculate as to which ones and even if they are right, how is it that scholars have not realized 39 books does not equal 22 books? Certainly, Josephus would include 1st and 2nd Kings and similar as 1 book but even still, they must fill in gaps they do not even know. This is all to try to determine a Pharisee Canon which is impertinent in the face of the actual Bible Canon of the Biblically ordained custodians of inspired scripture, the sons of Zadok who lived in Qumran/Bethabara. They were not Essenes nor Pharisee, Josephus was both even linking the 2 factions as the same paradigm. There is so much confusion on this and this video will settle it once and for all. Watch, test and learn. Yah Bless. Now Available in Podcast Audio Format Internationally: https://www.thegodculture.com/podcast (Includes Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many more platforms. Free on our website.) Alternative Video Platforms Now Available: Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheGodCulture Playeur (Utreon): https://utreon.com/c/TheGodCulture Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TheGodCulture:c For Our Books in eBook (Free) or Print: The Search For King Solomon's Treasure, Ophir Philippines Coffee Table Book, The Book of Jubilees: The Torah Calendar, 2nd Esdras: The Hidden Book of Prophecy, REST: The Case For Sabbath: OphirInstitute.com (All Books. Links to Amazon and Shopee PH for your area.) 2Esdras.org BookOfJubilees.org RestSabbath.org LeviteBible.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-God-Culture-Original-376627072897316 FB Alternatives: https://parler.com/user/TheGodCulture https://gab.com/TheGodCulture Website: thegodculture.com For the many that are having difficulty with YouTube working properly, here are Series' Playlists: Solomon's Gold Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi4PhVocfJEi1oZRRj0AWnzx Restoring Creation Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkvO2QiSdXc&list=PLru2qbCMGOi7UQDyLIj1DtRC5Q2YgvS6U Answers In Jubilees Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi7bU2SrP84nw1EyRAqpQqsP Answers In 2nd Esdras Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi6ULjeic8lJP63WRyOiW9yp Flood Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi7FQ7HiGJcODyJEoBP7-0Md Lost Tribes Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi7nzrJvNB4pKWG8gFOe9xDA Original Canon Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi5IdRs0Efb9L0oyVL3E9r1f Sabbath Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi6Fd6BamniTVm5SsNi2mZPy RESOLVED: Doctrines of Men Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi49L5WkYemQh72yDwV0Ye7Y Feasts of YHWH Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi4YXMnaHTYiJw-mDuBqvNtP The Name of God Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi4xaPtUfKykVU0HbOZK-LeJ 100 Clues The Philippines Is Ophir: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi5gq1FV4RlgEAKP7WRCLca9 Find The Garden of Eden Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi4KPuAcFq4Bx4A2l8dmcfxP Rivers from Eden Theory Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi6Xt-ts2C1QVz-ZnAZxicWJ Revelation Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi6WYQajRSk9iP5tc_Oi5k1j Prophetic Warning Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2qbCMGOi4jpVYhQ8s5Ad_bZN69nVVh When Was Jesus Born Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLru2Support the show
OMG! I looovvved being interviewed By Steve on his podcast, 'Truth Talk With Steve'. Enjoy our conversation about bridging our Mormon studies past and our journey to raise consciousness amid a holographic reality full of psyops and redirection away from our starseed missions in this lifetime. We dive into the Buddhist stories of Yeshuah Ben Yosef's (Jesus) missing 30 years in the Roman bible. We fill in the blanks, loop it back to Christ Consciousness, and bring it back to the peaceful connection Yeshuah and his parents' Essene metaphysical, energy healing community had with local spiritualists in the middle-east and Asia. Truth Talk With Steve Podcast library. Steve is Unfiltered on Rumble, Bitchute, and Brighteon: https://rumble.com/c/TruthTalkWithSteve Rokfin gets exclusive 1st preview for a week, then it goes to these other VIDEO sites. PLEASE diversify where you get information by adding these free speech platforms. https://rokfin.com/MerkabaChakras https://rumble.com/c/c-889303 https://www.bitchute.com/merkabachakras/ https://odysee.com/@merkabachakras:4 https://www.brighteon.com/channels/merkabachakras https://utreon.com/c/MerkabaChakras https://www.youtube.com/merkabachakras Listen to the AUDIO podcast here. The RSS goes out to 190 directories worldwide: https://anchor.fm/merkabachakras To learn more about Von Galt metaphysical work: https://merkabachakras.com/ #truthtalkwithstevepodcast, #jesuslostyears, #yeshua, #yahshuatheunifier, #buddhistjesus, #essenses, #maryjosephessenes, #metaverse, #lionlambbible, #lordsprayernetwork, #mandelaeffectresidue, #mandelaeffect, #parallelrealms, #paralleluniverses, #buddhism, #sacredgeometry, #christconciousness , #newearth, #starseeds, #et, #ufo, #spirituality, #3dpsyops, #5thdimension, #5D3D --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/merkabachakras/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/merkabachakras/support
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Rev. Devi Grace is an ordained Gnostic minister, Essene bishop, Kundalini Yoga instructor, Caring Economy advocate (Center For Partnership Studies), advanced energy medicine practitioner, Twin Flame Physics mentor, oracle for Gaia, childhood walk-in, trained channel, initiated medicine woman, shamanic guide, geomancy consultant, Integral coach, spiritual messenger, multiple NDE experiencer, and a somatic teacher of male/ female soul embodiment.The mission of the Divine Union Academy is to provide guidance, tools, and platforms for individuals, couples, and teams to embody their soul's original design in harmonic cohesion with the Natural Laws of our Universe. Visionary leaders are initiated into a direct re-balance of power within themselves; thus, impacting our evolving world through the transformational principles of Partnership Culture.We serve luminaries to integrate key Rites of Passage from Earth's ancient lineages to renovate humanity's capacity to awaken Earth's new Blueprint of Consciousness.Divine Union Foundation's vision is to provide an evolutionary regenerative template that opens the gateway for humanity to embody their original divine blueprint and realign with the vast intelligence of nature. Luminaries inspired to integrate a greater vision of life's potentials are trained in the core values of partnership culture through time-honored lineages, thus creating leaders for a global awakening. We provide new platforms for embodied stewards to launch Cultural Transformation initiatives. Our legacy is the response to humanity's deepest prayers for assistance in understanding who we are, what we are here for, and what we can do to ensure an expansive and generative future for our interdependent human and planetary ecology.Please enjoy my conversation with Rev. Devi Grace.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4858435/advertisement
Matthew writing to a Jewish base; Lev 14:2 leper offerings; Extra work for Priest; Turtledove altars; "Religion"; Doctrine of Jesus; Badmouthing Paul; Implementing Christ; Rightly dividing bread; The other FEMA; Jehovah-Nissi; Essene interpretation; Doing what Jesus taught; Connecting the testaments; Taking the kingdom from the Pharisees; Appointing to His little flocks; "Meat"?; Temple: den of thieves; Understanding Jesus; Salt of the modern church; Solving the world's problems; John the Baptist's preparation of The Way; Network of charity; Binding ourselves by faith, hope and charity; Gathering of friends; John's respect for Jesus; Matt 4:1; Jesus led by Spirit; Temptation; "Son of God"; Gospel of James; Welfare snare; Stones to bread?; Living stones; Corruption of priests; Wave offering; Handling money; Firing moneychangers; Word of God; Temptations of Christ and us; Fate?; Fasting?; Temptation -> Corruption; Sanhedrin; Opulence of priests; 2 Cor 8:9; Repentance; Religions of force; Oregon article 2 section 22; Media control; Perverting altars; 1 Sam 8; Fixing corruption; Matt 4:5; Jumping out of the system?; Seeking His kingdom and righteousness; Turning neighbors into bread; Matt 4:8; "world"; Your power; Worship = service; "Angels"?; The love from Christ; Mt 4:17; Kingdom of Heaven/God; Separate from the "world"; Receiving Holy Spirit; Christ's commands for His Church; Kingdom within your reach; Simon and Andrew; James and John; Synagogues; New kind of "net"; Unrighteous leaping; Adversary to God - other "son"?; Public religion = legal charity; Exercising Authority; Process of repentance; Selling yourself into bondage; Distractions from neighbor's needs; Tempting God to take care of you?; Burnt offerings; Evolution of "giving"; Systems of social welfare; Following the money; Caesar's hut?; Democracy; Return to Pure Religion.
Raiment of John the Baptist; Matt 3:4; Camel hair and leather belt?; Parthia; Magi?; Essene message; Hemyan; Linking to Iran?; Priests to all nations; Ephesus; Parthian battle techniques; Mustering Militia; Religion's essential social bonds; Altars of Jehovah-Nissi; Lev 14 leprosy; Hocus-pocus; Cat allergies?; Milkmaids and smallpox; Matt 4 review; Free bread and circuses; Tempting God; Sons of God; Faithful maidens; Contracting with other gods; Systems of social welfare; Freewill offerings; The road to pure religion; Long term care facilities; Fishers of men; The "way" of Christ; Living Network; 1 Pe 2:5; Rev 2:17; 1 Cor 3:16; Temple of the Holy Ghost; Seeking His kingdom and righteousness; Matthew out of chronological order; Sermon on the mount; Beatitudes; Keeping commandments; Rationalizing; Denying Christ; Expanding challenges; Rom 1:25; Non-inheritors of the kingdom; Insufficient Christianity; Another hour of summary to come…
Are you aware that everything outside of you is a reflection of your inner world? Life quite literally mirrors back to your deepest beliefs and programs in the forms of people, experiences, and your reality as a whole. Join Nikki and Bella as they dive into this topic in depth, specifically exploring the concept of “people as mirrors”. Nikki and Bella share their research in easter philosophy as well as an in depth overview of the ancient jewish teaching of The Seven Essene Mirrors of Relationship. This teaching theorizes that everything in one's reality is simply a mirror into the deepest parts of ourselves and once we understand the kinds of mirrors that life shines back at us, we can better navigate our growth and expansion journey. This is an episode you are not going to want to miss. Prepare to never see your world the same as you gain the cheat code to better understanding and healing your inner world. Here's what to expect:Nikki and Bella share their experience with seeing people in their life as mirrors to their inner world and how this has allowed for deeper understanding of self Bella delves into Zen philosophy, sharing a teaching from Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh on love and relationships. Gain insights that can profoundly impact your connections with others.The work of Carl Jung, Alan Watts, Viktor Frankl and Friedrich Nietsche on shadows, mirrors, relationship, meaning, and darkness.Nikki & Bella share personal experiences from their platonic and romantic relationships and what it revealed to them about themselvesTangible takeaways for understanding types of mirrors and what they indicate about you and your life path.An in-depth breakdown of The Seven Essene Mirrors of Relationship. These mirrors are the specific experiences, relationships, or challenges we attract into our lives that act as mirrors into our inner worlds. We explore each mirror in detail, including:The Mirror of the MomentThe Mirror of JudgmentThe Mirror of Lost LoveThe Mirrors of Compulsion and ObsessionThe Mirror of Sacred RelationshipThe Mirror of the Dark Night of the SoulThe Mirror of Divine OrderBy the end of this discussion, you'll have a deeper understanding of how these mirrors operate and how they can help you decode your reality to better understand your programs, beliefs, and distortions. Enjoy this enlightening episode, and prepare to never see your world the same!!!REFERENCES:Sacred Geometry of Relationships on GaiaThich Nhat Han on Inter-beingThe Seven Essene Mirrors of RelationshipsJoin the ooomie gang:https://www.instagram.com/ooom.podhttps://www.tiktok.com/@ooom.podhttps://twitter.com/ooom_podConnect with Bella & Nikki:https://www.instagram.com/bellasolanot/https://www.instagram.com/oathtogrowth/
Steven goes through Creation and why man was created to begin with, through Cain, Noah, Shem, Abraham, Issac, Jacob through Israel, Moses, Joshua and Judges through through to the first century and Sudduces, Pharosees and the Essene. The Covers the writings of the Semitic Christians who actually knew Jesus, from Gopsel of Thomas, James, Philip and Mary. The Gnostic gospels, and How Jesus was showing the Way to find the Kingdom of Heaven that lies Within. Christ enlightens us. They were enlightening through Christ's word, and so will you as you listen to what he said. Steven guides you through it. From his book Christ Enlightened, the Lost Teachings of Jesus Unveiled.
"Next" – Luke 3:15-22 Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from Sunday, July 16, 2023. "Luke is talking about a moment where it doesn't matter whether you are a Pharisee or a Sadducee, a Zealot or an Essene, a person of substance or a person of the streets. It doesn't matter what you have done to build up a reputation, to make a name for yourself, to accomplish something, even selfless and kind. In the moment, none of that matters. Standing in that line, you are simply a person in need of grace. But what is there to gawk at? What is there to mock? For 'Jesus also was baptized.' There's the best kind of dignity there is. It is the dignity we proclaim at baptism where God knows no favorites but adopts us all as children. And it is the dignity we must hope for at death where there is nothing left but God." Read the manuscript on our website: https://www.spres.org/next/
In Episode 73 of the Star Family Wisdom Podcast, Jenna shares a Dolores Cannon book review, of "Jesus and the Essenes". In this book, Dolores uncovers real past life memories with Jesus, and fascinating information about the Essene community at Qumran. After some profound recent experiences studying Yeshua's (Jesus) ancient spiritual technologies and holy practices, Jenna was fascinated by how this book came back into her life during her last journey to India. Now a believer in "no such thing as coincidences", Jenna finds corroborating evidence between this book, Sarah Breskman Cosme's and Paul Wallis's research and the past life memories of Saint Sri Kaleshwar. As Jenna says "we're staying on the Jesus train for another episode" - and she jokes about how we can't take life too seriously, even when profound awakenings and experiences are unfolding. ► NEW! Spiritual and Cosmic Merch | http://www.starfamilywisdommerch.com | Related Resources | ► Jenna's Rise of the Divine Feminine Talk | https://youtu.be/u18Yh0SAcH8 ► Divine Mother and Goddess Guide | https://www.starfamilywisdom.com/goddessguide ► Goddess Isis Initiation Course |https://www.starfamilywisdom.com/isisinitiationcourse ► Yeshua's Holy Practices Webinar | https://www.starfamilywisdom.com/yeshuaspracticeswebinar ► Divine Lineage Resources | https://www.starfamilywisdom.com/divinelineage | Related Episodes | ► Episode 71 Spiritual Technology | https://youtu.be/Lju4QZASLAg ► Episode 72 Quantum Teachings of Jesus | https://youtu.be/jXQ3bHeCGOQ ► Episode 76 Sarah Breskman Cosme | https://youtu.be/RMaf2Mg9Cfw ► Episode 19 Sarah Breskman Cosme | https://youtu.be/Q6pbVc4GLoc ► Episode 20 Paul Wallis | https://studio.youtube.com/video/zYJnH4jboSk/edit | Star Family Wisdom | ► Website | http://www.starfamilywisdom.com ► Spiritual and Cosmic Merch | http://www.starfamilywisdommerch.com ► Star Family Wisdom Podcast | https://www.starfamilywisdom.com/starfamilywisdompodcast ► Supernatural Souls Podcast | https://www.starfamilywisdom.com/supernaturalsouls ► Disclaimer | http://www.starfamilywisdom.com/disclaimer ► Core Values | http://www.starfamilywisdom.com/about ► Youtube | http://www.tinyurl.com/starfamyoutube | Connect with Us | ►Instagram | https://www.instagram.com /jenna_layden ►Email | support@starfamilywisdom.com ►Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/starfamilywisdom ►Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/starfamilywisdompodcast_ ►Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/starfamilywisdom --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/starfamilywisdom/support
For additional notes and resources check out Douglas' website.James 4:1-3Context: link with chapter 3 – peaceful vs. violent approaches to the problems in our world.The peace, shalom, of which James speaks is more than peace in our hearts, or harmony in the church. It's not difficult to imagine there were quarrels within the church—but killing?Some spiritualize the word – killing = hating (Matt 5). But this isn't persuasive.Is this referring to outsiders? Not all commentators take these words as literally applying to insiders. But it seems to me the passage makes more sense if James's words are directed at political violence on the part of insiders.After all, “Jesus, like James, confronted political and religious oppositions of his day, when Zealot militarism and Essene passivity stood at opposite ends of the spectrum.”Zealots (those favoring violence as a legitimate means of driving out the Romans, and damaging those who collaborated with them—the Sadducees).Essenes (the Dead Sea community that had withdrawn from the system, and were deeply critical of Jerusalem)Sadducees – arranged death of James 62, and with the Pharisees the death of Jesus in 30.An example of an intention of intramural murder is found in Acts 23:21-22.Isn't it also hard to believe that various Corinthians: Babbled like a kindergarten class in the belief God's Spirit was moving them? Looked down on the apostle Paul? Denied the literal resurrection of Christ? Were proud that they weren't disciplining a member in an immoral relationship with his stepmother? Were taking each other to court? Were getting drunk during the Lord's Supper?Is it so difficult to believe some Christians would support violent causes? Or perhaps better said, support causes that sometimes resort to violence? Just listen to what the, Americans, the Dutch, the French, the Russians, and many other national groups are advocating—just check the social media or watch the news!Our world: Nearly 200 nations, 40 major wars, 100s of minor wars. Civil unrest, domestic terrorism…. And much of this violence is justified as God's will. A good deal of the violence is carried out “in the name of Jesus.”Is there a contradiction with James 1, on prayer?We shouldn't expect the Lord to answer our prayers if they're in conflict with his will.Asking for something in Jesus' name is not a magic talisman. It's not a formula, either… (It's not how NT prayers end, anyway.) When we seek the Lord's will, as Christians, then all our prayers are already, automatically “in Jesus' name.”Just as there are two kinds of wisdom, there are two fundamental responses to our problems (personal, local, global):Patience. Be Peacemakers.Anger. Resort to violencePolitically motivated violence, revolution, and killing are forbidden. Further: Law, Allegiance, RevolutionThe next reflection in the series: The Worldly ChurchWhy is it so hard to believe any Christians would commit murder? (Why, because adultery, compared to murder, is relatively okay?)
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