I hope you will permit me to briefly address the issue of the "tone" of my articles. I may appear to repeat myself in this article, but my repetition pales in comparison to the repetitive accusations I receive for the "tone" I take on this web site. Believe it or not, the matter of proper tone continues to be a MAJOR concern of mine. I hope that by sharing my thoughts on this subject you may better understand why I choose the direct approach in my promotion of truth.
I realize some may sincerely think that I feel deep resentment, dislike, or even hatred towards Christians, ultra-Semites, and those I refer to as "counterfeit" Messianics. Such is NOT the case. I was raised as a Christian from birth and have been associated with the typical Christian world all of my 40+ years. The decade of the 90s I was also associated with the counterfeit Messianic community. I hate no one. If I hated people, particularly those that I feel that are locked in a tragic system of religious falsehood, I wouldn't spend 20 to 40 hours of my leisure time from work each week serving YHVH (God) by struggling to oppose teachings that will possibly cause millions to suffer eternal death, and financing my efforts from my own dangerously shallow pockets. If I were filled with hatred for Christians and ultra-Semites trapped in the grip of deception I wouldn't care enough about them to waste time with it.
The truth is I have a DEEP sorrow in my heart for Christians, ultra-Semites, and counterfeit Messianics, and often get teary eyed thinking of the tragedy they may face when the Holy One calls into session the Heavenly court to decide their fate. To be honest, however, I feel the Eternal Creator is unimaginably merciful and that He will pardon them for their idolatry and, in the case of ultra-Semites, elitism and addiction to legalistic, Scripturally unsubstantiated manmade Judaic traditions - particularly those who are enslaved to the blasphemous teachings of their leaders. The leaders?....Well, they may experience a far stricter judgment, since the Scriptures clearly state those who lead are MUCH more strictly scrutinized. My desperation and motivation is fueled by LOVE, not hate. I feel an urgency to do whatever I can to rescue them from the grip of the spirit of delusion (spirit of antichrist and ultra-Semitism) and to lead them to worship the ONE and ONLY True God and to acknowledge the TRUE Messiah, instead of the anti-Messiah traditional Christianity and counterfeit Messianism promotes or ultra-Semitic traditions and arrogance.
I often receive patronizing or condemning emails from persons accusing me of being "angry," "harsh," "bitter," or judgmental." The "lukewarm" faith Messiah warned about in the book of Revelations has become so common-place that those like myself, who display a passionately "hot" faith, are condemned! The vast majority of people have no idea what true Messianic faith is based upon or how it is manifested outwardly. Their faith is largely based upon woefully poor knowledge of Scripture and a socially and emotionally based attachment to their "church family" or unscriptural Judaic traditions of men. Frankly, I feel with certainty that one of THE most dangerous, growing mindsets today is ultra-Semitism. I discuss this particularly loathsome, anti-Yeshua mentality elsewhere on this website.
Guess what? I openly admit to being "angry," "bitter," and "judgmental" towards the counterfeit teachings of traditional Constantinian Christianity and ultra-Semitic elitism, make no apologies at all for it, and feel that by doing so I am obeying God! Here's why.
First, it would be helpful to define the terms "angry," "bitter," and "judgmental." Here is how a well respected dictionary defines these terms. I will restrict what is presented in the Dictionary to only those definitions that pertain to the "tone" of my articles.
angry: adjective (angrier, angriest) 1. feeling or showing anger.
anger: noun a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.
Therefore, an "angry" person is one that has feelings of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.
Can you think of any examples in Scripture where great men of God displayed annoyance, displeasure, or hostility? Let me help you by listing just a few of the men of Scripture that would today be condemned as "angry" or "harsh" by most misinformed Christians and counterfeit Messianics.
In truth, it is easy to find examples of "anger" in Scripture. The difficulty lies in trying to find characters of Scripture that did not display "anger" as they struggled to promote truth against those practicing or promoting error. Note that even the Messiah (Christ) displayed strong anger. In fact, his words are among the most "angry" that can be found in the Bible!
Better yet, the Living God, YHVH, often displays a LOT of anger in the Scriptures! In fact, many that reject the God of Scripture do so for that very reason. It is no coincidence that many of the early "church fathers" were influenced by the ideas of men such as Marcion, who saw the God of the "Old" Testament as a wrathful God and, thus, worked to create their own God in the image of man, which they did using "jesus."
Are we not to strive to develop the mind of God? YES! Our ultimate goal is to develop a godlike mind set. It was in achieving that goal that Yeshua the Messiah could claim to be "one" with God and pray to his God (and ours) that his followers would be one with God also. Well, obviously, since God often shows anger, those who believe "anger" is a bad thing are accusing God of being wicked!
So, yes, I very much do feel "anger" as I see demonic deception disguised as Scriptural truth. However, unlike historic Christianity's anger towards her opponents, which manifested itself as murderous and demonic brutality towards human beings, my anger is directed at a SYSTEM of false teachings and is NOT directed at precious human beings. Towards my fellow humans deceived by that historically condemning and brutal counterfeit system, I feel nothing but a desperate love as I strive to awaken them to the demonic deception that has them ensnared.
What about "bitter?"
bitter: adjective 1 causing pain or unhappiness. 2 feeling anger, hurt, and resentment
So a "bitter" person is one that feels "anger." He or she feels hurt and resentment towards the cause of that hurt. A "bitter" person may also cause pain or unhappiness. Simply stated, a "bitter" person is an "angry" person, and I admit to being "angry" with the flood of false teachings spewing forth from the mouths and pens of Christian leaders. Once again, Scripture is FILLED with "bitter" men of God, and the list would be precisely the same as the previous.
When those opposed to God's truths were confronted by these "bitter" men of Scripture they most certainly did feel "unhappy" with the message they received. Those that live in darkness HATE the light. The light of truth is painful to their prideful ego, social link to the "church," monetary rewards Christianity offers, etc.
As you can see, the words "anger," bitterness," "displeasure," "annoyance," etc, are different terms to define the exact same thing! I make no secret of the fact that I am VERY annoyed with the grotesquely false and blasphemous promotion of a false God, false replacement Messiah, Christian anti-torah teachings, and legalistic elitism and anti-missionary ultra-Semitism!So, yes, I am angry, and I am in the company of virtually ALL the great men of Scripture in being so! If that "angers" you, so be it! I will NEVER compromise truth because those practicing error are offended by it!
Simply stated, anger and resentment towards false doctrine, ESPECIALLY IDOLATRY, is consistently encouraged within Scripture! I consider the false god of Christianity and counterfeit Messianism to be gross idolatry. Therefore, I zealously, intentionally, and without apology fight against false doctrines within Christianity and have absolutely no plans to stop! I also do not plan to reduce my strong opposition to the scourge of ultra-Semitism. If that bothers others, then they need to take up their complaint with the Almighty God, because I am doing exactly what He says do!
IF Christianity is a gross misrepresentation of Truth and profanes the Holy One, as I believe it is and does, am I supposed to love it? If ultra-Semtism dramatically reduces the glorious position and accomplishments of Yeshua, advances counter missionary ideas, and views the world from an elitist mindset, which I am SURE it does, am I supposed to say nothing? Am I supposed to love demonic deception? Am I supposed to love the Great Harlot of Revelation 17:5? Am I supposed to love Pharisaic errors (ultra-Semitism)?
Even if you disagree with me I suspect you agree that IF you considered something to be grossly in error you would not consider it wise to refrain from opposing it. For certain, those who disagree with me show no hesitation to voice their opposition, which is one reason I was forced to write what you are currently reading. I thank the Eternal One that we in the United States still enjoy the freedom to openly debate our differences, and I support the right of even my most ferocious opponents to state their views. More later ...
So, what about being "judgmental?" What does it mean to "judge" or to form a "judgment?"
judge: to form an opinion about.
judgment: an opinion formed by judging something,
the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions,
the capacity to access situations or circumstances shrewdly and to draw sound conclusions
A person practices "judgment" when he or she discerns, since discernment and judgment are the exact same thing. A person is wrongly condemned as "judgmental" whenever he or she practices their own God-given discernment of Scripture if that discernment differs with the mind set of those toward whom discernment is being practiced! This is especially true among the "cheap grace," excessively sinful Christians who "do what is right in their own eyes" and scoff at God's eternal instructions. So, those who accuse me of being "judgmental" are simply attacking me for exercising my own opinion because it differs with theirs. The history of Christianity is dominated by attacks upon, and censorship of, those that differed with the "church." And the history of Judaism, which is founded upon Pharisaic and is a primary basis for ultra-Semitism, is dominated by counter missionary activity, elitism, and unscriptural manmade traditions.
It is time those who claim to follow Scripture "get a grip" and develop a basic understanding of the fact that Scriptural prohibited "judging" is NOT what I do. Frankly, many who accuse me of such are fully aware of this fact! The "judging" Scripture prohibits is condemning others to eternal death, which by the way is a fundamental practice within Christianity! Christian doctrine openly condemns those who reject it to the "hell" of eternal death; therefore, Christians who attack me as being "judgmental" practice an extreme form of a double-standard.
Frankly, my personally acquired knowledge of Christian doctrines and the typical Christian mind further enrages my opponents because they realize I know virtually EVERY argument they use as they attempt to prove Messiah is "God in the flesh" and/or that Torah is no longer relevant. The realization that I know their tricks irritates them deeply. Also, they view those like myself who have renounced and now openly oppose Constantinian Christian errors as "traitors." Their resentment is deeped by the fact that I and other "traitors" are advancing the truth about out beloved Messiah Yeshua - a truth which exposes the mystery Babylon nature of the falsely defined man-God "christ" they promote. Basically, they resent the fact that I probably know all their tricks even before they use them and that I have left their camp - with NO intention of returning.
Similarly, ultra-Semitic "Netzarims" and "Messianics" are angered by my knowledge of Judaism and how it was INVENTED by Rabbis, is NOT Scriptural, is based almost completely upon manmade traditions, and how their pseudo-Messianic doctrines drastically depart from New Testament teachings. They particularly hate how I expose their underlying counter missionary ideologies.
I often sincerely wonder if others that claim knowledge of Scripture actually ever read it! Seriously. One of the clearest facts of Scripture is that YHVH very much hates idolatrous practices and pagan faiths that damage or destroy His relationship with His beloved human Creation. He also teaches "Israel" that they are to likewise despise such wickedness. Why should I speak softly about what YHVH and all His prophets (not to mention Messiah) spoke harshly? Are we not to seek to "be like Messiah"? Are we not to strive to have the mind of YHVH? Didn't Messiah pray that we would be one with YHVH as he is as well as one with him (of the same mind and with the same purpose)? How is this possible if we avoid topics they VERY strongly addressed? If we are tolerant where they were intolerant we are NOT of the same mind as they. MOST ARE FIXATED ON "UNITY" WITHIN WHAT THEY CALL THE "BODY" AND FORGET THE UNITY WE ARE TO HAVE WITH YHVH AND MESSIAH. The bottom line is that those that disagree with my forceful and unapologetic attack of false doctrine simply do not agree - or have not fully grasped the enormity of it - that the false teachings of traditional Christianity truly are grossly unscriptural and directly contradict or distort the most crucial truths found in the Holy Writings. So, some Christians attack me as being hateful because I am attacking their religious idols. Of course I also attack the elitist manmade idols of ultra-Semitism.
The same people who would consider it utter stupidity to sign an insurance policy, a financial contract, or most any other agreement of significance without first making sure they FULLY understand the details of the agreement will, nevertheless, place their infinitely valuable eternal souls into the hands of their religious leaders without even being able to rationally (using common sense) explain their beliefs! Traditional Christians and counterfeit Messianics/Nazarenes naively base their eternal destiny on a belief (the deity of Messiah) that even they ultimately are forced to admit is an "unexplainable mystery"! The same can be said for elitist ultra-Semites who base their eternal destiny on Rabbinic traditions that can NOT be found anywhere in the Bible! My friend, the term for that is - frankly - spiritual stupidity, and one reason for the resentment others show those like myself, and thus their accusation that I am too harsh, is due to their own frustration at not being able to substantiate doctrines such as the"mysterious" belief that Messiah is "God in the flesh." So, in truth, they vigorously oppose those like me because I expose the outrageous nature of their belief. I expose their lack of spiritual common sense! I expose their ignorance and the fragile religious house of straw they choose to live in. Christians and counterfeit Messianics are in denial of their own self-imposed and preferred ignorance of a common sense understanding of Scripture and seemingly love to have it so. Of course, Christian and counterfeit Messianic leaders oppose me largely because I threaten their incomes and power. I threaten their often profitable careers and the worship from others that fuels their sometimes enormous egos. These are some of the actual reasons those like myself are so disgusting to Traditionalists.
I do not hesitate to state I am very much opposed to dominance of Scriptural error. The fact that I am honest in my admission of opposition to many of the teachings of Christianity, counterfeit Messianiism, counterfeit Nazarene, and ultra-Semitic religious groups is another uncommon characteristic within today's religious world. I HIDE NOTHING ON MY WEBSITE! I AM DIRECT AND HONEST IN STATING PRECISELY WHAT I BELIEVE AND WHAT I OPPOSE. This should be contrasted with the deceptive practice of many Messianic and Nazarene groups, who are now concealing their belief that Messiah is God. Counterfeit Messianic/Nazarene groups sometimes modify their statements of faith to completely eliminate from them their Kabbalistic Trinitarian view of God. The do this for a simple reason. The issue of the alleged deity of Messiah is rapidly becoming a MAJOR issue, and Messianic organizations often attempt to hide what they ACTUALLY teach so that those that do NOT accept the deity of Messiah, many more than you may think, will be deceived into thinking the Messianic or Nazarene organization to which they choose to belong agrees with them.
Many consider my passion to be "unloving" and "harsh." It is strange how passion for Truth, YHVH, and Messiah is today judged negatively. I have often heard how we should be dispassionate in our promotion of God's Truth to avoid offending others! How can one be dispassionately passionate? That is a contradiction in terms. Dispassionate passion equals nothing, since one cancels the other. What have we become? Most that claim to follow the Holy Scripture have become intoxicated with "tolerance" and have lost all desire or capability to oppose false teachings with the forcefulness Scripture demands be used. The goal of Truth has become lost in a fog of tolerance. Deception flourishes in a world of tolerance, and such is the case today and the reason for much of the false doctrines that plague mankind.
Do you think Yeshua is going to be tolerant of unscriptural and anti-Messiah teachings when he returns to rule from his throne in Jerusalem? I think not, and if you think so you need to read the Scriptures! What will he think of those who consider his rule "unloving", "angry", or "intolerant" of their preferred beliefs? Aren't we to have the mind of Messiah? What does that suggest our approach should be to error?
When Peter and John were warned not to preach in the name of Yeshua did they apologize and promise to stop being so "offensive" to their peers? Did they change their tactics so as to not appear so intolerant? No, their response was:
I humbly state that such is my response to those that may take offense at what I feel with the utmost conviction is the Truth regarding YHVH, Messiah, and Torah. I cannot stop speaking what I have seen in Scripture and heard from the Spirit driving me to serve the G-d I love and the Messiah He chose as my King, teacher, healer, and Savior. Woe is me if I do stop. I actually DO love my Elohim (God) and my King Messiah and hope to enhance YHVH's pleasure in me as I seek to keep my obligations to the covenant He offered and I accepted, knowing all the while the Messiah that died in my stead will pay the legal death-price for my sins as long as I sincerely strive to abide by that covenant.
One of the greatest victories of the Great Harlot is the dilution and redefinition of "love" and "unity" into something that allows error to go virtually unopposed or so weakly opposed as to be non-threatening. Truth SHOULD be a "threat" to error. If it is not, it is not Truth.
There is a HUGE difference between hating a religious system that promotes falsehood and hating those who may be ensnared by it. I do NOT hate any precious human. However, I very much disagree with those that imply we are to "love" a faith system that may result in the eternal death of untold numbers of precious souls and that preaches an antichrist (replacement Messiah), another god, and death to Torah - all of which Christianity does! Likewise I disagree that it is wrong to passionately oppose ultra-Semitic ideologies promote by those who falsely claim to be Messianics and drastically reduce the crucial, central importance of Messiah Yeshua's authority and atoning work.
If my "hatred" of deadly doctrines offends others, so be it. I make no apology for hating Satan or his counterfeit religious system. I also make no apology and openly proclaim that I VERY MUCH oppose - with all the energy I can muster - Constantinian Christian, counterfeit Messianic, and ultra-Semitic teachings because I am absolutely convinced they grotesquely misrepresent my God, my King Messiah, and many of the truths found in Scripture. I can also state from personal experience that many within Constantinian Christianity are filled with hatred - the same hatred that history proves Christianity to possess for those that dare oppose her! The last few years have shown me the true nature of the "spirit" that drives Constantinian Christianity. Christians and counterfeit Messianics hate and condemn me on a regular basis. Also, because of my outspoken opposition to ultra-Semites, they too wish to shut me up. Conversely, my hatred is not at all directed towards any precious human created in the image of my God. Instead, my hatred is aimed at false religious systems that oppose the most fundamental truths of Scripture.
Furthermore, my opinion of Constantinian Christianity comes from BIBLE study as well as study of history, NOT study of some sort of cult literature. If Christians REALLY studied the Bible and were not so ignorant of the actual history of the church they would arrive at the same conclusions I and many others have. I fully understand Christians and/or those that have yet to recognize the deceptively dangerous nature of Christianity will judge me as being hateful. Those that feel we should love a religion that is in direct opposition to YHVH's truths are sorely lacking in some of the most basic aspects of Scriptural, Hebraic Truth and demonstrate by their passive or active acceptance of the Great Harlot that they are lacking the mind of Messiah and the mind of YHVH. It is impossible for me to proclaim my convictions without appearing harsh.
What if a loved one is standing on the train tracks and the train is approaching. How long will you gently call to them to
"Uh. Excuse me. I hope you don't find this offensive, but could you please step off the tracks?"
At what point, after they ignore your suggestions of impending danger, will you finally take the "offensive" and push them from the path of certain death? Will you ever, or will you "love them to death" out of fear of offending them? Well, the train of Messiah's return is imminent. Most that study Scripture realize this. The "gentle persuasion" technique has not worked. You must admit it has obviously not worked unless you are among the millions of wishy-washy, cheap grace Christians who judge "Truth" based upon the intensity of the warm, fuzzy feeling they have. The time has come for those who truly love their fellow man to take more aggressive measures BECAUSE OF THE LOVING CONCERN WE HAVE FOR THEIR ETERNAL SOULS.
It is no coincidence that those opposing my presentation methods also usually oppose the points I make. Those that agree with what I present generally understand the need to be direct and uncompromising. So, in truth, my detractors are simply offended by how I am able to present strong evidence to destroy their cherished belief in a false "God in the flesh" Messiah, that they are horribly wrong with their promoting that the Torah (Law) has been abolished, and that I expose the sickening elitism and unscriptural manmade Pharisaic traditions dominating ultra-Semitism. Ultra-Semites also cringe whenever I highlight the FACT that many of the doctrines and practices of "Judaism," on which ultra-Semitism is based, are NOT based in Scripture and were INVENTED after the second Temple destruction by the very men who most opposed Yeshua!
Additionally, there really is a GROSS double standard being applied. How can one imply Christianity is a "loving" religion? A cursory study of history reveals Christianity to be possibly the most notoriously hateful terrorist organization of all time. This is a historical fact, regardless of one's refusal to accept it. The ONLY reason the preferred methods of "conversion" are no longer used is because YHVH has mercifully blessed us in America with separation of church and state; thus, laws currently prevent it. In addition to this, victory has been (temporarily) achieved by the Great Harlot; therefore, she can just sit back and enjoy the spoils of war for a season.
I am amazed how anyone with even a basic understanding of Christian history can dare apply such a double standard. I suggest the reading of Anguish of the Jews by Flannery, Fox's Book of Martyrs, and When Jesus Became God, The Epic Fight over Christ's Divinity in the Last Days of Rome, by Richard Rubenstein, to obtain a basic understanding of the true "loving" nature of Christianity. Many will say that was the "past," but they are not privy to the demonic resentment those like myself see in these more "civilized" days. I will not apologize for exposing false teachings, especially to those who may embrace a faith system (Christianity) that history proves is the queen of brutality.
Why are my beliefs "hateful", yet the demands within Christianity and counterfeit Messianism that one MUST accept Messiah as God or be damned "loving"? This puzzles me.
Why is Christianity's open condemnation to hell of those like myself considered "loving" and my rejection of that condemnation and proof it is incorrect considered "offensive"?
Why is it considered acceptable for Christianity and counterfeit Messianism to condemn a PERSON to eternal death if that person does not accept a "God in the flesh" Messiah, but my condemning of false DOCTRINES and defending of myself and others against direct condemnation considered hateful?
It seems many that claim to have "come out of Babylon" still maintain affection for it and apply a double standard. Christianity's and counterfeit Messianism's direct condemnation of individuals is considered acceptable by most, but my defense against such condemnation and presentation of facts that actually condemns the teachings of those that condemn me is somehow judged as a violation of the rules of conduct.
Part of the problem is that Christians (and Messianics) are offended with the simple fact that anyone would dare oppose them or offer stiff resistance and Scriptural proof of their horribly false Scriptural understanding! Think about it. If you do you will realize Christianity has actually been immune from SERIOUS opposition for 1700 years. The Reformation was not opposition. It was restructuring. The primary doctrines of the Great Harlot (Trinity and anti-torah) were staunchly maintained by the protestants. If you can give me an example of REAL opposition - a serious threat - to the CORE doctrines of Constantinian Christianity I would like to hear it. The Great Harlot has gone unopposed and reigned as queen for so long, she is shocked and deeply offended by ANY opposition. It is something she has never had to face before since her triumph of falsehood in the fourth century.
She exclaims in anger, "How dare they oppose me! How dare they be so offensive and harsh! What vagabond servants of evil they are. What damned heretics!"
It is impossible not to offend a traditional Christian or Messianic simply because ANY serious opposition is viewed with deep offense. Remember, I was raised a Christian and was very zealous for the faith for over 30 years; so, I know how Christians think.
I have reached the firm conclusion that Christianity is an arrogant religion. Most Christians are SO convinced they are right, despite the fact most never really study, that they become offended with ANY opposition! Christians always expect others to be "open minded" and to listen as they "witness," but they seem incapable of being open minded or listening to witnesses that can prove them wrong. Constantinian Christianity and counterfeit Messianic/Nazarene Judaism are the epitome of the double standard. So, we have a situation where offense is even more inevitable because of the know-it-all, infallible attitude of the Christian faith. A faith that assumes everyone else is wrong and that they are right and that never truly listens to those who can prove otherwise. It is a simple fact that most Christians and Christianized Messianics/Nazarenes never really allow the thought to SERIOUSLY cross their minds that they may be supporting an unscriptural, counterfeit religion that actually opposes some of the most crucial Truths of Scripture. So, by definition Christianity and counterfeit Messianism are offense sensitive.
As the one in power, Christianity (and her counterfeit Messianic offspring) enjoys the luxury of usually not having to "attack". It is simply a matter of position. Their exalted position requires that those opposing them must go on the "offensive". Strongholds must always be attacked! Strongholds are, by definition, DEFENSIVE structures. Demonic oppression is a demonic stronghold that must be attacked using the power of YHVH through Yeshua. The TRUE follower of Yeshua the Messiah must go on the OFFENSIVE to free others from demonic bondage. Christianity is a stronghold. It is impossible to oppose a stronghold without "attacking" or appearing "offensive." Even secular rules of warfare prove this. Strongholds can always claim the "high ground" by claiming to be "defending" and accuses their opponents of being "offending". If you ponder these thoughts and recognize the sure fact we are in a spiritual war you will have to admit such is the case. The majority is always "offended" by a vocal minority. Likewise false teachings and those in bondage to them are always "offended" by the devoted and small remnant of Truth.
It may be useful to read or listen to the "Statement of Purpose" found on the site. I will not present it here because I wish to keep this posting as brief as possible; however, you will find that I address "tone" within the statement as well as my primary objectives for publishing the site.
I have (and still do) agonized over how to present the message. I am fully aware many will be offended, but I also am fully aware there is no way Truth can be presented free of offense. I realize many of you may disagree with my stand; however, I suspect you understand my position regarding the inevitability of Truth being an offense.
Ultimately, I decided to follow the presentation examples of Scripture. How did the great men of YHVH present Truth? Also, How did Yeshua the Messiah and his followers present the gospel of the Kingdom?
When I studied this I determined that ALL of them - EVERY SINGLE ONE - were considered "offensive" at times. The general response to their messages were:
The general response I get is:
This suggests I may actually be close to the proper form of presentation.
Yeshua, himself, discussed the inevitability of offense. Love must often be "tough love" in order to be true love. The greatest love one can show a fellow human is the "tough love" that is often required to somehow cause them to draw near the Eternal One. Love that results in one's eternal death is not eternal love. Love that results in eternal life must often be offensive. Actually, the words of Yeshua to the spiritual leaders of his day (Pharisees and Sadducees) are considered some of the most offensive statements to be found in all of Scripture. As many of you know, the "offensive" words of Yeshua are a stumbling block to some Jews even to this very day, since they mistakenly see them as anti-Semitic and harsh. Sha-ul' (Paul) was also sometimes offensive as were others that found it necessary to rebuke erroneous teachings. Of course, the great prophets of the Tanakh were also considered "divisive" and "offensive" to those they sought to lead to repentance. So, ultimately, I realized I am to follow the examples of Scripture, most especially the example of the one YHVH anointed as King over His Creation - Messiah Yeshua.
"Love" is NOT the same thing as "tolerance." True love shows no tolerance for teachings that may lead others to eternal destruction.
I am constantly editing the content and presentation of my articles on this web site; however, due to the shear volume of the articles this can be a slow process. I cannot overemphasize the difficulty and anguish I feel as I try to find the proper balance. The simple fact is those that agree with my position usually feel my tone is perfect and those that disagree feel I am too "harsh." Some feel I am not harsh enough! This leads me to conclude the "harshness" some see is actually due to the fact I am attacking doctrines they personally believe. No one likes their idols attacked. Additionally, it is a common sense fact that Christianity is a MEGA-Billion dollar industry, and the "merchandisers" of religion do not wish their financial health threatened.
I ask, how is it possible to openly state in an unoffending manner that Christianity is a faith system that is largely based in the Babylonian mystery religion and grossly departs from the true Biblical faith? How can I "politely" state that many Messianics are becoming addicted to ultra-Semitic elitism? I didn't ask if you agree with me. I asked IF you were in my shoes how you feel it is possible to proclaim what I believe is truth without offending. How can I possibly proclaim it without offending Christians and ultra-Semites? I can't, and therein we find the problem.
Likewise, how is it possible to show that "Messianic Judaism" and the newest counterfeit repackaging of it, "Nazarene Judaism", are actually counterfeit "Messianic" faiths that are generally simply repackaged Christianity - Christianity with "Jewishness" added as icing on the Christian cake? I often use the term "counterfeit Messianic" because I feel I must in order to distinguish between them and true MONOTHEISTIC Messianics like myself. I do not use that term in anger or to offend. I use it because I know of no other way to distinguish true MONOTHEISTIC Messianics, like myself, from counterfeit Messianics who basically worship the same pagan man-God of Constantinian Christianity.
There is no polite way to tell others they are following the antichrist doctrines. (I have an article that will describe why I feel this.) There is no way to tell Christians and Messianics that the "Christ" they follow is the antichrist (replacement Messiah, usurper of Messiah) and that they are being lead to follow "other gods." There is simply no way to state these positions without offending Christians and Messianics. There is no way to avoid offending ultra-Semites when uncovering their elitist, often racist mindset. Yet, I feel I MUST state my devout views or risk offending the God I serve and the one He chose as His personal representative to sit upon the throne of David as King of the World to come.
So, it ultimately comes down to the choice between offending my fellow man by promoting what I am convinced is truth or offending YHVH by diluting the Truth He expects His children to proclaim. Given that choice, I choose to not offend YHVH.
I also considered the statement in Revelation where our beloved King-Messiah mentioned how he prefers one to be either hot or cold instead of lukewarm. My own experience has been that a "lukewarm" presentation generally results in a "lukewarm" response. Such a presentation does not motivate one to pursue deeper study. HOWEVER, a "HOT" presentation generates one of 2 responses:
In short, regardless of one's position, they are MOTIVATED to think on the things of YHVH. Christianity is dominated by lukewarm people.
Such people require something to "shake" them from the stupor of deception and/or apathy that has them in its grip.
In each case the "hot" or "cold" response to my presentation often results in one going to the Word of the Almighty more often than a touchy-feely, gentle, wimpy presentation would. If I accomplish nothing more than driving others to the Holy Scripture, then I feel I am still serving Him. Even if others disagree with me, their going to the Word is a good thing. I derive satisfaction even if one disagrees yet increases their personal studies of Torah Truths.
With this in mind, I determined that my presentation should have as one objective the idea of pushing others into further Study. Study of the Eternal Truths of Scripture is a good thing regardless of whether or not the one studying accepts my conclusions.
In the final analysis we arrive at the clearly Scriptural fact that offense is, indeed, inevitable when Truth is presented. This is, and has always been, the case. If my articles are not offensive to some, I will begin to doubt if I am properly promoting truth.
There is no compromise between YHVH's Truth and Satan's counterfeit Truth. They are, by definition, locked in a cosmic battle in which the loser (and we know who that will be) and those he has following him will suffer eternal destruction. My efforts are driven by the deepest desires to prevent as many as possible from being on the wrong side when the war is finally won. Therefore, I "put on the whole armor of G-d" and venture into battle. We are at war. If others don't recognize this, they are living in denial of the most basic spiritual truths.
In conclusion, I just want you to understand that I am VERY sensitive to how others may react to my articles. It pains me, but I honestly cannot see how I can avoid being offensive and feel the subjects of my articles must be presented in a pure, undiluted state. I cannot tell you how many literal tears I've shed in prayer as I ask YHVH to lead me to know how best to promote the Truth as well as to remove any bias I may have so that I will discover deeper Truth or even change if I discover I am wrong. My articles are controversial. In such circumstances I feel my being labeled as "offensive" is unavoidable.