Category: ESOTERICISM

  • Quantum Entanglement: Fabric Of God

    Quantum Entanglement: Fabric Of God

    Quantum entanglement is an effect of the behaviour of particles.

    When we talk about particles, we are referring to small segments of material and matter.

    The quantum level is where the spin and position of one particle can influence another particle, regardless of the distance between them.

    This cannot be described within the confines of standard physics.

    Nevertheless, it serves as a direct manifestation of the Divine Spirit that unifies and sustains all physical elements.

    The spiritual essence of God transcends the constraints of the physical world and brings unity to all things in relation to Himself.

    2 Chronicles 20:6: “O Lord, God of our ancestors, are you not the God who is in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. Power and might are in your hand, and no one can withstand you.”

  • On Earth | As It Is In Heaven

    Which comes first- which follows, Heaven or Earth?

    For thus says the Lord that created the heavens; God himself that formed the earth and made it; he has established it, He- Created it not in vain, he formed it to be inhabited: I am the Lord; and there is none else.

    Isa 45:18

    What is Heaven? 

    Heaven—the divine realm of Spirit—exists within, awaiting realization through the awakening of the soul (Salvation).

    Heaven is manifested on Earth through the transformation of the human Mind. This represents Heaven established on Earth, within the essence of humankind.

    The Heavenly Dimension provides insight into the omniscient perspective of God, transcending the limitations imposed by time and space. It enables us to understand how every facet of human history is intricately interwoven with purpose and intention. Omniscient refers to the state of being all-knowing, embodying infinite knowledge and wisdom. When Jesus compared the “Kingdom of the Heavens” to various conditions present on Earth, He elucidated, in terms comprehensible to the outer man, that the Kingdom of God resides within you.

    “The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: neither shall they say, Lo, here ! or, There ! for lo, the kingdom of God is within you.” Luke 17:20, 21

    WHAT ARE REALMS?

    Realms or planes of existence are like different dimensions that exist alongside our material world.

    Realms are non-physical and have their own unique energies and vibrations.

    Metaphysical realms are the invisible domains that interpenetrate our visible material world.

    All Things On Earth Originate In Heaven

    The 2 Planes Of Reality

    Heaven and Earth: Two States of Mind – the Ideal and the Manifestation.

    According to Revelation 21:1, we are meant to have new ideals that manifest on earth. God envisioned two planes of consciousness, namely, the heavens and the earth.

    In the book of Ephesians, the phrase “heavenly realms” is mentioned five times. It highlights the significance of the connection between Christians and the exalted Christ, who was resurrected and enthroned at God’s right hand in Heaven.

    Heavenly realms encompass both angelic & demonic Dimensions on our timeline.

    Ephesians 1:20 "God raised Christ from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms."
    Ephesians 6:12 "Spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms, showing the existence of dark forces opposed to God's purposes."

    The Concept of “Time” in Heaven

    Time ceases to be linear for the spiritual; it exists beyond our ability to conceptualize, as spiritual beings are in the eternal presence of the Divine Lord.

    Humans, on the other hand, experience time sequentially, constrained by its progression.

    For God, there is only an Eternal Now, with no “past” or “future.”

    He sees and knows the entirety of human history and events from an outside perspective because he is the creator of time itself.

    All spirit exists beyond time and death, as described in passages like Ecclesiastes 3:11, which states that God “has set eternity in the human heart.”

    The Bible testifies that God exists in eternity, beyond the limitations of time, and “inhabits eternity” (Isaiah 57:15).

    Eternity:

    1. Existence without end, infinite time.
    2. Existence outside of time.

    Heaven is a realm where our souls discover eternal joy and fulfillment, finding peace and unity with the Creator. It is a realm where happiness and love know no bounds, where all earthly limitations fade away and we experience ultimate contentment.

    Is There A 5th Dimension?

    Picture Heaven as the ethereal realmPicture Heaven as the ethereal realm beyond our earthly existence, where the spirit breaks free and soars to unimaginable heights of divine communion.

    It is the quintessential destination, a place where the soul discovers solace and eternal bliss, surpassing the boundaries of time and space.

    It exists beyond our realm, encompassing all potential quantum possibilities yet to manifest in our 3D reality.

    In this realm, consciousness, which is God, actively molds the fabric of reality itself.

    In higher dimensions, particles have the capability to exist in multiple locations simultaneously until they are observed.

    This phenomenon is known as superposition and it pertains to the ability of subatomic particles to be in multiple quantum states at the same time.

    At the quantum scale, particles do not possess defined properties until they are measured, allowing them to exhibit multiple states concurrently.

    Psalm 33:6 beautifully declares, “By the word of the Lord, the heavens were made.”

    This verse illuminates the profound role of God as the transcendent Consciousness who ingeniously sculpted formless energy into exquisite forms, infusing them with His divine Energy.

    Spiritual warfare takes place in the Heavenly Realms…

    The Bible outlines spiritual adversaries like thrones, powers, rulers, and authorities. These entities have influence in different realms, yet Jesus can transform us and open our eyes to the Father’s work in the celestial realms. With this revelation, we can align our desires with God’s divine will.

    Jesus reveals humanity’s true enemy is us…

    Our enemy is ourselves: fears, desires, and ignorance (and sin). Scripture shows us that our primary struggle lies in overcoming the “world” and our own “flesh.”

    PUTTING ON HEAVENLY ARMOR

    God’s armor strengthens and empowers us from within. Prayer, faith, and the presence of Christ ground us and enable us to resist worldly temptations. Instead of obsessing over demons, we should prioritize self-reflection, grasping God’s plan, and nurturing our spiritual character.

    ARMOR OF GOD: ‘Stand firm!
    With the belt of truth buckled around your waist.
    With the breastplate of righteousness arrayed.
    With your feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace.
    Take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
    Take the helmet of salvation.
    And the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. ‘
    Ephesians 6:14-17

    Heavenly Thought: Not irrelevant, directly impactful to Earth.

    Though we understand that these heavenly realms exist in another dimension, it is a mistake to believe that they are irrelevant to earthly matters. On the contrary, the Bible teaches that what occurs in these spiritual realms directly affects what happens on earth. This concept depicts Heaven being established on earth, within the souls of humankind. The kingdom of heaven is not a physical place, but rather a state of being in harmony with God and spiritual truths.

    When the kingdom is established within an individual soul, it begins to emerge outwardly. Heaven is realized “on earth,” manifested through that person’s thoughts, words, and actions.

    The Kingdom of heaven expands through the gospel call going forth and souls being regenerated by the Holy Spirit (John 3:3-8), not through human-powered awakening.

    It was Jesus’ mission to illuminate this profound truth and initiate the inward and outward manifestation of God’s kingdom in human experience.

    The Kingdom of Heaven is not some far-off place in the clouds; it is all around us, here and now, if we have the ability to perceive it.

    Heaven is present in the midst of the mundane and ordinary.

    READ: Calvin on Piety: Practical Dimensions

    Every blade of grass, every breath we take, contains a glimpse of eternity, a reflection of the Creator who made all things and sustains them constantly. We often fail to recognize this awe-inspiring reality. The kingdom has the power to renew our minds, enabling us to perceive God’s magnificence even in the tiniest aspects of life.

    As Thomas Merton put it, “Heaven is here and now, if we would but taste it and see.“

    We must shake off the distractions, the labels, and the noise, and relearn how to truly See. Then, in that Seeing, we come to know Heaven within and all around, interpenetrating the physical world we walk through each day. The Kingdom Of God remains hidden in plain sight.

  • Kingdom 0f Heaven & Faith: Like Mustard Seeds

    A BIBLICAL SEED IS–

    Biblical seed: A generative center connecting the soul to higher spiritual forces, manifesting in physical reality. It refers to God’s creative and original thought, the mind of the universe and the limitless Word. The Word, also known as Logos, reveals God and shows His divine nature.

    “Mustard Seed”: Symbolize the Word of Spiritual Truth…

    Mustard plants grow amazingly fast and prolific, reaching 6-10 feet tall in one season and producing abundant yellow flowers and seeds. In Jesus’ time in Israel, mustard plants grew extremely dense and tall, reaching 10-15 feet high – making the metaphor of tiny mustard seeds becoming huge shrubs a striking one for Jesus’ listeners.

    KINGDOM OF HEAVEN: LIKE A MUSTARD SEED

    One day he was speaking to a group of people and asked them, “What is the kingdom of God like?” -Luke 13:19

    The Pharisees and Scribes had many differing opinions about the Kingdom of God. Some thought it would come suddenly and visibly, with God sending His Messiah King to establish an earthly empire in Israel. However, they were all mistaken; none of them could answer the question correctly.

    Jesus Spoke Another Parable:

    “The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed that a man planted in his field. Although it is the smallest of all seeds, yet it grows into the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches.” Matthew 13:31-32

    'Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? 
    To what can I compare it? 
    It is like a mustard seed that a man tossed into his garden. 
    It grew and became a tree, & the birds of the air nested in its branches.” ' Luke 13:18-19

    What Is The Kingdom of God? (in context)

    … a state of consciousness in a human in which mind, soul, and body are in harmony with God’s Mind… Many have a basic understanding of the concept of a kingdom, but there is so much more to it:

    It goes beyond mere intellectual knowledge — Heaven is not confined to man’s consciousness. It is everywhere present. When a person’s mind and body are in harmonious relation to God’s ideas, their true thoughts flow into their realm and bring forth the Kingdom on earth, through them, as in heaven.

    What Is The Seed?

    The word of truth is like a seed that, when planted in our minds, grows and transforms us spiritually. Jesus compared the kingdom to a seed because it hides potential and needs the right conditions to flourish. To enter the kingdom of Heaven, we must understand and believe in the truth of our existence and align our actions accordingly.

    Jesus taught the Kingdom of Heaven begins inside you…

    • Heaven’s Kingdom establishes Truth in our conscious Minds.
    • Heaven aligns our mentalities within His Kingdom.

    To illustrate this inner spiritual Kingdom, Jesus spoke of a farmer sowing good seeds in His field. But while he slept, an enemy planted weeds among the crop:

    “A sower went out to sow. 
    As he sowed, some seeds fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured them. 
    Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they did not have much soil, and immediately they sprang up, since they had no depth of soil, 
    but when the sun rose they were scorched. 
    And since they had no root, they withered away. 
    Other seeds fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them. Other seeds fell on good soil and produced grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. He who has ears, let him hear.”
    Matthew 13:4

    THE FIELD

    … represents our minds… The good seeds are our God’s thoughts, sown when we are affirmed by the Spirit.

    THE WEEDS…

    … are our self-centered thoughts that sneak in when we are unconscious or ignorant. We cannot safely uproot our own weeds, as we lack the Light to distinguish them wisely. We must leave judgment to “the harvester” when higher consciousness (God’s sovereign determined choice) dawns.

    TARES…

    … are worthless (said to be poisonous) weeds that grow in grain fields. They represent destructive thoughts that not only are dead, but toxic.

    THE ENEMY …

    … is the sense consciousness, which sows them when we are not on the alert spiritually (“while men slept”). 

    When asked by his servants if they should gather the tares, the householder said, “Nay; lest haply … ye root up the wheat with them.” This means God does the rooting up, not us.

    Jesus exemplifies the transformative power of even the tiniest spiritual truth, blossoming into an immense and life-giving force within us.

    Tiny Seed Of Insight To Mighty Tree

    He taught the Kingdom of Heaven starts as a tiny seed of insight within, but with nurturing thoughts and Holy action, it blooms into a mighty tree of spiritual understanding that shelters many.

    ‘“Because you have so little faith,” He answered. “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” ‘ Matthew 17:20

    Jesus uses the metaphor of a Mustard Seed to teach about the Power of His own Faith.

    Faith is more than mere belief.

    It is the very substance of that which is believed. It works through Love, Who is God. Thoughts of condemnation, enmity, and resistance are released, and God’s love is declared; Faith will work. Jesus is the Creator and Perfector of our Faith (not just the Perfector, but the FOUNDER)

    What is the Kingdom of God: Why a Mustard Seed?

    The Kingdom of God is the Divine presence of God that resides within us. The HOLY Spirit indwells our Vessel, this is the Kingdom. The Kingdom is the Source of wisdom, healing, and Life.

    The mustard seed parable teaches us that a small truth can grow into something great.

    Both Faith & God’s Kingdom are compared with the mustard seed.

    Faith is the ability of the mind to open up and perceive reality.

    The outer, material “factual” world is not the real world… To be real, something must be eternal and unchanging. All appearances are constantly changing. Reality is that which is true in principle and not what we want to be true.

    Hebrews defines faith as the “substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” (Heb. 11:1)

    Jesus said no signs would be given when He was asked to “give them a sign to prove that He was the Messiah”.

    We often look for evidence of things we hope to get in the outer world. We look for signs about how our lives will turn out, hoping the signs will be good. We keep looking outside, getting distracted with frivolous nothingness.

    Truth Needs No Acceptance

    Faith grows when our minds are opened to truth, even if it’s something we struggle to accept. Truth isn’t measured by our willingness to believe it.

    Jesus had profound insights about faith. He said, “According to your faith be it done unto you.”

    You will be done unto according to your perspective (Faith)…

    Everyone’s spiritual journey is unique. Some may seem to be in a state of darkness, but we should not condemn. Salvific awakening happens at different speeds, and what may appear as darkness to one person can be a blessing to another. Our role is to share the Truth with devotion and trust in Godly wisdom.

    Faith is not something we can earn or achieve through our own efforts, so how can we judge anyone for not having it?

    It is a gift that is freely given by Jesus Christ, without any expectation of compensation. This gift of faith is part of God’s plan of salvation, which is available to all who believe in Jesus Christ. We cannot manipulate or control this gift of faith, nor can we use our works or good deeds to earn it. Instead, we must rely on God’s grace, which is freely given to us through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.

    It’s important to remember that our faith is not about our own abilities or works, but about our relationship with God. We must trust in His plan of salvation and rely on His grace to guide us on our journey. It’s also important to avoid false teachings that suggest we can earn God’s grace through our own efforts or works.

    The Mustard Seed is like the Kingdom of Heaven & Faith: Both a Powerful force of God Himself.

  • Accuser: Seeking Our Demise, Constantly

    Accuser: Seeking Our Demise, Constantly

    Evil spirits delight in their perverse desire to cause harm to humanity, ceaselessly seeking vulnerable souls to devour and wreak havoc upon. An insidious passion fuels their malevolent presence, bringing suffering and chaos into the world.

    Do you understand what this means? It means the accuser is roaming seeking accusations to bring before God to prove your guilt.

    Be sober [well-balanced and self-disciplined], always be alert and cautious. That enemy, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. But resist him, be firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being experienced by your brothers and sisters throughout the world. 
    1 Peter 5:8-9

    Be sober-minded; be watchful.

    We need to be spiritually vigilant, watching for attacks from the devil, our great enemy and opponent.

    Peter uses the graphic image of a lion as a metaphor to describe Satan’s destructive threat:

    He prowls around… To prowl means to move around quietly on the hunt.

    Devouring can be defined as the inherent skill of consuming a substance or object with fervor, savoring every portion, and ensuring that none is left unfinished. Wholehearted gratification and contentment characterized this practice.

    The accuser futilely desires to instill terror in God’s people during times of hardship and persecution and strives in vain to deceive us into succumbing to sin.

    Though the devil may threaten to “devour” Christians, we have the assurance that God’s power will guard us.

    After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace [who imparts His blessing and favor], who called you to His own eternal glory in Christ, will Himself complete, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 
    1 Peter 5:10

    “Resist him”. We need not fear the devil, for our Lord has given us power to stand against him by being firm in our faith.

    Put on the full armor of God, so that you will stand firm against the schemes of the devil. [12] For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.
    Ephesians 6:11-12

    Trusting in God’s promises, believers know that suffering is not the final word and that ultimately they will be exalted.

     Submit therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God and He will come close to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 
    James 4:7-8

    The outside evil forces which come against us demand that we stay alert.

    The devil … (like a roaring lion) The Greek word for “devil” here means “slanderer”…

    The slanderer’s forces are always active, looking for opportunities to overwhelm the believer with temptation, persecution, and discouragement.

    There is a conspiracy of her [false] prophets in her midst, like a roaring lion tearing the prey. They have devoured life; they have taken [in their greed] treasure and precious things; they have made many widows among her…

    Ezekiel 22:25

    Satan sows discord, accuses God to men, men to God, and men to men.

    He will do what he can to drag the Christian out of fellowship with Christ and out of Christian service.

    And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. 4 In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.

    2 Corinthians 4:3–4

    The Accuser constantly accuses believers before God’s throne, attempting to convince God to abandon them. Day and night we are being accused, READ Job 1:6–12…

    And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying, “Now the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God and the authority of his Christ have come, for the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accuses them day and night before our God.

    Revelation 12:10

    Let us cease condemning and casting blame, for if we follow Christ we know goodness comes from within His people. The accuser seeks to divide us, but in the name of Christ, we must unite and lift each other up. His message was one of love and peace – aiming our words at each other in condemnation only tarnishes His teachings.

  • Senses Are Deceptive

    Senses Are Deceptive

    Our senses are the gateway to experiencing God’s creation, yet so often they deceive us. True discernment comes from within, from the Spirit who guides our hearts and minds. All things were created through Christ and find their meaning in Him – from the vast expanse of space to the tiny cells within our bodies.

    The fall distorted our perceptions, but redemption restores our sight. When we walk with Christ, we gradually relearn how to See. Everything regains its rightful place – part of God’s good order, made to reveal His glory. What seemed meaningless finds purpose; what caused fear now brings wonder.

    The proud claim independence, but only in Christ do we truly live.

    He aligns our will with the Father’s, mending our fractured minds. In Him we find our true identity, as children of the Creator. All things were made through Him; by knowing the Son we know the Author of life.

    Satan wants us to believe we have choice beyond God’s sovereignty, but the Almighty rules over all. He uses evil for good, turning darkness to light, death to life. What the Enemy intended for harm, our Father in Heaven redeems.

    Our senses cannot discern spiritual truth on their own.

    We feel the ebb and flow of a fallen world, but walk by faith, not by sight. The Spirit leads us into all truth, opening our eyes to Christ’s victory everywhere we look. In Him our regeneration is finished, and we gaze upon the glory He planned since before time began.

    Scriptures:

    John 1:3 – “All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made.” This speaks to Christ creating all things, material and spiritual.

    Ephesians 1:4 – “Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him.” God had a plan and purpose for creation from the beginning.

    2 Corinthians 4:18 – “We look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.” Our spiritual sight, guided by the Spirit, is more reliable than physical senses.

    John 8:32 – “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Truth found in Christ leads to freedom from sin and deception.

    Romans 8:19-21 – creation itself awaits Christ’s redemption. All of creation will be renewed in Him.

    Revelation 21:5 – “And he who was seated on the throne said, ‘Behold, I am making all things new.’” Christ’s redemptive work extends to renewing all of creation.

  • Understanding the Spiritual Mind and God’s Sovereignty in Salvation

    Understanding the Spiritual Mind and God’s Sovereignty in Salvation

    The Christian life begins and ends with God. He chose us before the foundation of the world and calls us into fellowship with Himself through His Son. All wisdom and spiritual insight come from the Spirit alone, we are merely vessels.
    The natural human mind is enmity with God; it cannot submit to His law. But the Spirit renews our minds, opening our blinded eyes to spiritual truth. We were, by nature, children of wrath, dead in our sins. But God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ.

    Highlights :

    • This Article reveals the contrast between the natural, fleshly mind and the spiritual mind enabled by God’s Spirit.
    • God is sovereign over all things, choosing to save and call people according to His purpose and grace, not based on their works.
    • Without being born again by the Spirit, we cannot comprehend spiritual truth or please God.
    • God sovereignly chooses whom He will save, drawing certain people to Himself.
    • The need for true conviction of sin and spiritual discernment.
    • Jesus Christ is the source and perfecter of our faith.

    In a world that values human intellect and achievement, the idea that spiritual truth can only be discerned through the Spirit can seem counterintuitive. But as Paul reminds us in 1 Corinthians 2:11-16, the natural mind cannot comprehend the things of the Spirit. It is only by receiving the Spirit from God that we are able to understand the truth that has been freely given to us.

    But what about our own efforts?

    Do they play a role in our salvation? According to 2 Timothy 1:8-9, our salvation is not based on our works, but on God’s purpose and grace given to us through Christ before time began. This reminds us that salvation is not something we can earn or achieve on our own. It is a gift freely given to us by God.

    Of course, this raises some difficult questions about free will and predestination.

    How does God choose who to save?

    As Paul notes in 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, God often chooses the foolish, weak, and lowly to shame the wise and strong. This may seem unfair or arbitrary to us, but it reminds us that God’s ways are not our ways.

    However, this doesn’t mean that we have no role to play in our salvation. As Jesus reminds us in John 3:3, we must be born again to see God’s kingdom. This requires a deep conviction of sin and a willingness to turn away from our old ways. Without this inner transformation, we cannot experience the fullness of God’s grace.

    So how do we know if we are on the right path? How can we be sure that we are not deceiving ourselves?

    As John reminds us in 1 John 4:1-6, we must test the spirits to discern truth from error. This requires humility, prayer, and a willingness to submit to God’s will.

    The key to understanding these difficult concepts is to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author, and perfecter of our faith. As Hebrews 12:2 reminds us, he is the source of our life, peace, and spiritual blessings. By surrendering our own desires and ambitions to him, we can experience the fullness of God’s grace and the joy of living in his will.

  • Sovereignty: The Creator is in Control

    Sovereignty: The Creator is in Control

    How is sovereignty defined?

    The word sovereign means, “Highest, supreme,” or “chief.” 

    The theme of God’s sovereignty is evident throughout the Bible in diverse manners. Although the Greek term for “sovereign” underscores the concept of kingly authority and dominion, the Bible depicts God as omnipotent and having authority over all, encompassing natural laws and human history.

    In essence the sovereignty of God as His absolute right & ability to do all, things according to His goodwill.

    GODS SOVEREIGNTY:

    “The inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing, But God does ACCORDING to His own Will in the host of heaven and among the inhabitants of the earth; And NO ONE can ward off His hand, or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”
    – Daniel 4:35 

    I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I WILL DO ALL THAT I PLEASE. ‘… What I have said, that I will bring about; what I have planned, that I will do.”
    Isaiah 46:9–11

    God says to Moses:

    God has mercy on whom He desires and hardens whom He desires. The potter has the right to make from the same lump one vessel for honorable use and another for common use. God endures vessels of wrath to make known the riches of His glory upon vessels of mercy, which He prepared beforehand for glory. 
    Romans 9:15‭-‬24 

    God’s absolute sovereignty is vividly depicted through the analogy of the potter and vessels. It powerfully illustrates His unwavering control over who receives His mercy and who remains hardened.

    God Himself intricately shaped every individual’s destiny. Even though vessels of wrath may arise, this serves as a profound testament to God’s glory, acting as a contrast with the incredible mercy and grace given to them whom He has chosen. Such is the undeniable authority and majesty of our supreme Creator.

    Another example of His Sovereignty: In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” Genesis 1:2

    ‘In the beginning’ implies God created Time, showing that He was outside of Time.

    God created the heavens, the sky, and outer space. God created the concept of space before He created the heavens themselves.

    God is eternal because He exists outside of this time/ space continuum. He designed all these things in another dimension.
    God is sovereign over ALL of His Creation: Physical & Spiritual. 

    “Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory, and honour, and power: for Thou hast created all things, and for Thy pleasure they are and were created”
    (Rev. 4:11).

    He works ALL things according to the counsel of his will. -Ephesians 1:11

    He does whatever He wants, and no one can stop him. Psalm 115:3; Daniel 4:34-35

    God’s sovereignty knows no limits. With absolute foresight and control, He predestines all things according to His divine purpose and for His ultimate glory. It is beyond human comprehension, for we lack the sovereignty that He possesses. Nevertheless, through His Word and the guidance of His Spirit, we can gain insight into the greatness of His sovereignty.
    God exists outside of time. He created everything that exists before time even began. God sees every moment in time as the present. We humans can only experience time in a linear manner. Time, in our perception, is a straight line, and we move slowly through life from one point to another, only remembering the past, which we have already traveled through, yet unable to see the future that we are approaching.
    God is the eternal Creator. He constructed this world and everything in it, including the space/time dimensions (length, width, and depth).

    God dwells in a different realm, the spirit realm. He exists beyond the perception of our physical senses. He’s not limited by these physical laws and dimensions, as we are. He created the physical laws himself. He is limitless.

    No matter what plans or decisions we make, its ultimately up to God what the outcome will be.

    “The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps…. The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD” (Proverbs 16:9, 33).

    “This Jesus, delivered up according to the definite plan and foreknowledge of God, you crucified and killed by the hands of lawless men” (Acts 2:23).

    “For truly in this city there were gathered together against your holy servant Jesus, whom you anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, along with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, to do whatever your hand and your plan had predestined to take place” (Acts 4:27- 28).

    A creation truly hasn’t been completed until it dies, and the spirit goes back into God’s nostrils, and the soul makes its departure for eternal life or Hell. God sees His creation through to its destination. Simple.

    If God is working IN me to will and to work for the purpose of His good pleasure, where does the freedom of my will come in to play? Am I half in my free will, half in God’s will?

    “for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.”

    – Philippians 2:13 

    “For by Him all things were created, in heaven & on earth, visible & invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through Him and for Him….”

    If everything seen & unseen is made by Him & for Him, why would He end His creation’s progress too soon? God isn’t incapable.

    ” He is BEFORE all things, in Him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church. …. He is the BEGINNING, firstborn from the dead, so IN EVERYTHING He might be preeminent. For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, & through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of His cross.” Colossians 1:16‭-‬20 

    “…Him we proclaim, warning everyone & teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone MATURE in Christ. For this I toil, STRUGGLING WITH ALL HIS ENERGY THAT HE POWERFULLY WORKS WITHIN ME.” Colossians 1:28‭-‬29 

    †… “God, who saved us & called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of His own purpose & grace, which He gave us in Christ Jesus BEFORE THE AGES BEGAN…” 2 Timothy 1:9

    † “… For BY Him ALL THINGS were created, in heaven & on earth, visible & invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through Him & FOR HIM.”
    Colossians 1:16

    † “… He chose us in Him BEFORE THE FOUNDATION OF THE WORLD, that we should be holy & blameless before Him.”
    Ephesians 1:4
    † “… By faith we understand that the universe was created by the Word of God, so what is seen WAS NOT made out of things that are visible.”
    Hebrews 11:3
    † “… For thus says the One who is high & lifted up, who INHABITS ETERNITY, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in the high & holy place, & also with him who is of a contrite & lowly spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly, & to revive the heart of the contrite.”
    Isaiah 57:15
    † “… God is Spirit, & those who worship Him must worship in Spirit & Truth.”
    John 4:24
    “… with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, & a thousand years as one day.”
    2 Peter 3:8

    “..He is BEFORE all things, & in Him all things hold together. & He is the head of the body, the church. …. He is the BEGINNING, the firstborn from the dead, that IN EVERYTHING He might be Supreme. For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, & through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of His cross.”
    Colossians

    He  creates All things, in the physical & the Spiritual. 
    He creates His creations completely, He sees His creation ALL THE WAY through.
    He develops His creations & sees then through to their the finish line. If His creation is incomplete or unfinished in any way then He doesn’t see all things through.  
    I believe Him, that He sees ALL THINGS through to their end.
    As Paul is sure of this for the Philippians of their Faith, I am sure of this for all who are in Christ also,

    “I am sure of this, that He who BEGAN a good work in you WILL bring it to COMPLETION on the day of Jesus Christ.” Philippians 1:6 

    God’s energy worked in Paul, powerfully ans effectually…
    Was Paul able to be brought into Gods  free will? Or do our free wills invite God’s will in when we so freely choose?

    Absolutely NOTHING, is outside of His complete control, even our very faith He appoints.
    Romans 12:3 states: “For by the Grace given to me I say to everyone do not think himself more highly than he ought to think, think with sober judgment, †EACH ONE ACCORDING TO THE MEASURE OF FAITH THAT GOD HAS ASSIGNED.”

    God is so sovereign that He assigns what it means to be sovereign.

  • Path Of Shadows

    NOTE: True freedom and liberation come from following God and His Ways.

    The “Path of Shadows” is a Luciferian doctrine that teaches that shadows represent a place of freedom and liberation, where one can find true knowledge and power by embracing them.

    The doctrine became a source of great influence for many of Lucifer’s followers. Key Points:

    •The Luciferian path explores the occult through the invocation of shadow spirits and demons using methods detailed in grimoires and ceremonial texts.

    •It focuses on individual power, knowledge, and will through practices that seek to transcend limitations imposed by religious and moral doctrines.

    •Works range from ancient grimoires attributed to King Solomon to modern occult texts and horror stories that portray individuals seeking occult knowledge and power at any cost.

    •Major themes include gaining control over demons and spirits, pessimism and nihilism, Thelema or “will” as a path to magical power, and portrayals of the Antichrist and occultist serial killers.

    •While many of the practices described aim for transcendence and divinity, they often come at the cost of humanity, morality, and spiritual goodness according to traditional religious views.

    Twisting The Truth

    The Luciferian Path of Shadows is a belief system that is based on the idea that the world is a dark and dangerous place and that the only way to survive is to be cunning and manipulative.

    Why We Should Avoid

    Here are some potential counterarguments against the luciferian path of shadows from a religious or moral perspective:

    Dangerous practices – Invoking demons and occult spirits is inherently dangerous. Many who engage in these practices experience negative consequences like physical harm, mental illness or possession.

    Immorality – The quest for unrestrained power and knowledge goes against moral virtues like compassion, humility and selflessness. It tends to corrupt and degrade the human spirit.

    Loss of humanity – Transcending good and evil risks losing what makes us fundamentally human. Morality and spirituality are core parts of the human experience.

    Spiritual deception – Demons and occult spirits may appear helpful or benign but ultimately seek to deceive and ensnare humans for their own purposes. They cannot be fully controlled.

    Hubris – The goal of self-divinity through occult power amounts to unacceptable hubris that goes against the natural spiritual order. Humans were not meant to become godlike through such means.

    Danger to society – Individuals pursuing unrestrained occult power pose a risk to society. Examples of occultists turned criminals and serial killers demonstrate this danger.

    Absence of higher purpose – The sole pursuit of knowledge and power for its own sake lacks a higher spiritual purpose and risks becoming empty and meaningless.

    More Reading

    • De Secretis – 9th century Solomonic grimoire by an unknown author covering invocation of shadow spirits
    • Key of Solomon – 15th century grimoire attributed to King Solomon detailing methods of controlling demons and spirits
    • Ars Goetia – 17th century section of The Lesser Key of Solomon which lists and describes seventy-two demons
    • Oration on the Dignity of Man – 1480 speech by Renaissance writer Pico della Mirandola stressing individual power and choice
    • Faust – 1604 play by Christopher Marlowe about a scholar who sells his soul to the devil for knowledge and power
    • Paradise Lost – 1667 epic poem by John Milton exploring the moral consequences of Satan’s rebellion against God
    • Vathek – 1786 Gothic novel by William Beckford about a caliph who seeks occult power from demon Eblis
    • Cultes des Goules – 1892 book by French decadent writer Gustave Flaubert exploring the philosophy of pessimism and nihilism
    • The Black Book – 1931 collection of occult writings by surrealistAleister Crowley covering principles of Thelema and Magick
    • Rosemary’s Baby – 1967 horror novel by Ira Levin depicting the birth of the Antichrist to a young New York couple
    • Black Mass – 1999 film depicting the murderous exploits of notorious occultist and serial killer Richard Ramirez
  • Applying the Law of Detachment To Your Life:

    Applying the Law of Detachment To Your Life:

    I will allow myself and those around me the freedom to be as they are…

     The Bible teaches us to treat others with kindness and compassion, regardless of their differences…

    Galatians 5:14, says, “For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” 

    I will factor in uncertainty as an essential ingredient of my experience…

    Proverbs 3:5-6, it says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

    Through the wisdom of uncertainty, I will find my security…

    Philippians 4:6-7, it says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” 

    I will not rigidly impose my idea of how things should be…

    Proverbs 19:21 says, “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” 

  • The Most Terrifying News For A Human

    The most terrifying news for man is this:
    God is good.

    Why is this terrifying?

    The problem with that is: you’re not good.
    Does Good have fellowship with evil?

    No. Good intimidates & paralyzes Evil.

    Think about this:

    If a criminal is about to go to court & he is briefed by an associate that the judge who’s working his case is bribable & corruptible (bad), he will be exhalted with joy.

    The most dreadful thing you can tell a criminal is that The judge is objectively lawful & incorruptable (good).

    It will fill them with terror…

    So the next time you think God is “bad” for sending people to Hell, maybe it’s you that is bad and corrupt, not God.