Tuesday, October 13, 2009

What makes a Man a Man?


Many of us were taught different things about what makes a man a man. Today we are going to take a good look into what God says, makes a man.

The confidence of a man is founded on many things. His physical health, his mental health, his ability to earn income, and many other things. A carnal minded man can easily find himself entangled in this web of Satan's lies.

In a world not operating in the wisdom which God teaches, but operating in the wisdom which man teaches, a young and even an old man can find themselves in a great deal of confusion.

I Corinthians 2:4-7 Says,

4 "My speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power." 5 " That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God." 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes (high ranking men)of this world, that come to nought." 7 But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the world unto our glory."

Some men were taught that a man's worth is based on his ability to make money.

THIS IS A LIE!

The Bible teaches us that a wise man knows that God is the provider of the entire world.

That no man is to place this huge burden on his own shoulders.

Philippians 4:19 " God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus."
Matthew 6:31-33 " Take no thought, saying, what shall we eat? or, what shall we drink?or, where shall we be clothed? 32 "For after all these things do the Gentiles ( unbelievers) seek, for your heavenly Father know that ye have need of all these things." 33 " But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."

For this reason do men die earlier than women on this earth. For this reason we have had men take their own lives when failing to provide for a woman or his children. For this reason do men compromise the words of God for money. But this is only one untruth about what makes a man a man that is causing so much death and destruction.

The Bible speaks of two kinds of women; a virtuous woman and the harlot.

The virtuous woman is not dependant on the labor of her husband, she makes her own money. She shows love to her husband as well as her children and none of them feel not loved. She is wise in the word of God and lives her life with honor because of the word. She will not stray from her husband and he trusts her 100%. She is kind to the poor and to the needy.

This is a description of a virtuous women according to proverbs 31:10-31 read it when you can.

The harlot seeks to prey on a man which lacks wisdom, she speaks flattering and flirtatious words. She lures a man to sleep with her while her husbands away. She empties a man's pockets with her request and her demands. She may be the most beautiful woman you have ever seen, but there is a world of trouble attached to her. She is loud and bossy, but it does not mean that she can not be subtle.

This is a description of a harlot according to Proverbs 7:5-27 read it when you can.

Proverbs 7:26-27 " many strong men have been slain by her." 27 " Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death."

Proverbs 31:30 " Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that fears the Lord, she shall be praised."


This is the second Lie that Satan uses to make fools out of men. A man's ego, a proud man will hurt someone over a woman's words. A proud man will not hear God, but will cleave to every word of a woman. A proud man will let his lower body part think for him, instead of the brain that God has given him. The bad advice of a father, uncle, friend, or brother can cause a man to destroy his life over the wrong kind of woman.

CHOOSE WISELY!

II Corinthians 6:14 " Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
Many of you were taught that a man's worth was based on his ability to earn income. a woman would want you based on this belief, your children would respect you based on this belief, and your very manhood was based on this belief.

Let us disprove this lying myth.

If that is true, then according to your belief your wife has the right to leave you and get with another man who still has a job if you loose yours. right?

If that is true, then if you are hurt and cannot earn money anymore then you are worthless and your wife is free to go according to the word of God. right?
If that is true, then you are not a man if you can't earn money then many are justified when they commit suicide. right?

SEE HOW FOOLISH THIS WAY OF THINKING IS?

Learn the truth about What makes a Man a Man.

Study the Word of God.

Romans 12:2

" Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

until next time, Brothers be strong, God bless you,

Minister Lamar F. Porter

Thursday, October 8, 2009

The Great Philosopher?


There were many great philosophers recorded in our history and there are many philosophers today that fill the the world with their opinions about God's word.

We have positive thinking preachers, motivational speaking preachers, prosperity teaching preachers, creative thinking preachers, we have scientific thinking preachers, we have many philosophers but are any of them teaching the truth?

Paul talks about one of these types in the book of Acts chapter 17 starting at the 18th verse.

The Apostle Paul said that he was not welcomed among these false teachers for obvious reasons, for they taught a version of God's word which brought people into bondage(religion)where as his teachings set the people free of any bondage.

Paul goes on to say that these philosophers perceived what he was saying as a new doctrine(teaching)because of there lack of understanding the very Word of God that they themselves taught from.

It was not a new understanding of the Word, but it was the true understanding of the Word!

Like the people of today they desired to hear some new fancy way of speaking God's word and Paul refers to these religious people as superstitious.Verses 21 &22 in the book of Acts chapter 17.

II Timothy 4:3-4 " For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; 4 And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables."

Paul speaks of today's times in the book of Timothy, a time when anything goes in religion. Gay ministers of music, women Pastors,greed and wealth seekers,vain and self satisfying people, choosing doctrines that allow them to seek after and continue in their own lust.

Today we are living in one of the most talked about and prophesied times ever recorded among men.

we are literally living out the contents of the Holy Bible.


Why is this important to know?


Because the Bible refers to Satan as the deceiver of this world Revelation 12:9.


Now Jesus biggest opposition was religion and the teachings of religious leaders.

Jesus was recorded in the book of Matthew 15:8-9 saying " 8 This people draw nigh unto me with their lips; but their heart is far from me. 9 But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men".


Everyone on the entire earth has an opinion and are entitled to their opinion, but when it comes to our Father's word, there is the truth and there are lies.


The Truth will make you free! John 8:32


Where as lies will deceive you and bring you into bondage!


"Through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you" 2nd Peter 2:3


According to the word of God there would come a time where men speaking on behalf of God would really be agents of the devil.

II Corinthians 11:13-15

13" For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ. 14"And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. 15 " Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also transformed as the ministers of righteousness; whose end shall be according to their works."


Satan was God's highest ranking angel, he knows the word of God very well.

Let us see an example of this in the book of Matthew chapter 4 verse 5 & 6;

5 "Then the devil took him up into the holy city, and set him on a pinnacle of the temple, 6" And saith unto him, if thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down: for it is written, He shall give his angels charge concerning thee: and in their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone."

Notice that Satan is quoting the word of God or shall I say miss quoting the word of God? For he said it is written.

If you read Psalm 91:11-12 you will see that Satan altered what the scriptures actually said.

This is an example of how easily someone can change the truth of God's word into a lie.


There is a thin line between truth and a lie, a thin line between right and wrong.


Example: God says" thou shall not kill " Exodus 20:13

Example: God also says" if any mischief follow, then thou shall give life for life." Exodus 21:23

We can see that it is true that God does not want us to set out to kill someone without a cause. but it is also true that God has put a law in place to deal with those who deliberately set out to kill someone, that person is to be put to death by the law that God has put in place.

Satan knows how to alter the words of God to deceive mankind.


The Bible says " For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall show great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect" Matthew 24:24

These are the times that the Bible speaks about!

We are living in the times of Preachers standing before us with their philosophies,opinions,covetousness,and pride.

Refusing to to speak the word of God plainly but rather speaking enticing words of vanity drawing many to their destruction.

The time is short people!

The Bible says, " Beloved believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world." 1st John 4:1

Many people are being deceived in these time as it is written so shall it be done.

All that is written in the word of God has to come to past, for all scripture must be fulfilled.

BUT YOU DON"T HAVE TO BE DECEIVED!

Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that need not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2nd Timothy 2:15

If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that give to all men liberally, and upbraid not; and it shall be given him. James 1:5

Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holy day, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath days: which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ. Colossians 2:16-17

IN OTHER WORDS DON'T LET SOME PERSON FROM A RELIGION TELL YOU THAT YOU HAVE TO COME TO THERE ORGANIZATION TO KNOW OR UNDERSTAND THE WORD OF GOD!

DON'T BE DECEIVED BY THEIR TITLES OR POPULAR STATUS IN THIS WORLD!

Jesus said:
Matthew 7:21-23

21"Not everyone that says unto me Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that does the will of my Father which is in heaven.

22 " Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?
23 " And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.

BEING RELIGIOUS IS NOT THE SAME AS SERVING GOD.

GOING INTO SOME ORGANIZATION FROM WEEK TO WEEK WILL NOT GAIN YOU FAVOR WITH GOD.

Good people let us humble ourselves and get right with God.

The time is short. It is too much at stake, even your very soul.

So the next time someone tells you about the word of God, check what they say against what the Bible says to see if it is true.

Until next time,
keep on studying our Fathers word that you may not be deceived.
I Love you,

Minister Lamar F. Porter

Most High God Ministries