Definition of TRUTH:

• The quality or state of being true
• That which is true or in accordance with fact or reality
• Accurate or exact

Definition of Illusion:

• A false idea or belief
• A thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted by the senses
• A deceptive appearance or impression

Satan’s Illusions and Deceptions Cause Confusion

Hêlēl (Satan) has been at work for many millenniums, planting traps and deceptions along with deceptive influences all around the Earth. Some of his deceptions are plain to see, while others are elaborate illusions, and still others remain hidden or imperceptible. As Bible Believing Believers (BBB) or Qedoshim (set apart ones), it is our duty and responsibility to expose the darkness of the Devil and his army at every opportunity. Our aim should be to draw the lost sheep of Yahshar’el and those destined to be grafted into Yahshar’el to 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s TRUTH.

As the Kingdom of Heaven draws nearer, Satan’s agenda in the unseen war has significantly intensified. 2 Corinthians 4:4 indicates that Satan is the g-o-d of this world, which means he is the primary influence on the beliefs, opinions, dreams, hopes, and views of the people in this world. You can see this in the sins and immorality of this world that seem to be contagious and spreading with no end in sight. Abba 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 would probably call the sin upon the Earth great as He did in Genesis 6:5 during the days of Noah.

Think about this:

• How is it that there are over 45,000 different denominations or sects of Christianity globally and multiple sects of Judaism all doing their own thing? (Satan’s illusions and deceptions)

• Shouldn’t believers all be in one accord following the will of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 and the same Holy Scriptures, thus following the same commands, laws, feasts days, and precepts? (Satan’s illusions and deceptions)

• Do you find it strange that there are over 3,142 versions of the Bible? While many don’t see this as a problem because the alterations are generally minor. However slight the differences, they have the power to create whole new meanings and promote doctrines of demons. Other versions are not slight at all and promote varied theological approaches and meanings, distortions with personal idolatrous worldviews, errors, and the names of idols (God, Lord, Jesus, etc.), which goes against the third commandment. Is 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 the Aurthore of confusion? 1 Corinthians 14:33 (Satan’s illusions and deceptions)

• Has the Devil infiltrated Christianity and Judaism, or is he the creator of them like he is with the other religions of the World, or is this part of the strong delusion or deception sent by 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 (2 Thessalonians 2:10-12)? Is there any wonder why 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 will tell many people He NEVER knew them? (Matthew 7:21-23)”

10. and in all deceit of unrighteousness in those who will perish, because they did not receive the love of the truth in order for them to be saved.

11. And because of this, 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 will send to them a working of deception (strong delusion), for them to believe the lie,

12. that those not believing in the TRUTH, but who have delighted in unrighteousness all may be damned.

2 Thessalonians 2:10-12 (HRB)

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In this and all Food for Thoughts I recommend you read the Scripture(s) provided and the entire chapter they are from to obtain more insight.

Tipping Point of Destruction

So, with the Prince of the Air, Satan, at the helm of our already corrupt civilizations, we have progressively increased in wickedness and depravity. Our communities are producing amoral people who believe right is wrong and wrong is right (Isaiah 5:20). Satan’s illusions, deceptions, and control have become overwhelmingly powerful in the political, religious, government, education, and entertainment systems of this world. We are at the tipping point of destruction.

The time is over in which we play religious games with the Word of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 and with His people. We can no longer sugarcoat, tippy-toe around, or walk about lying instead of telling 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s unfiltered TRUTH. And we cannot believe the same lies that our forefathers believed and passed down. Lies taught by the Father of Lies (Satan) and his children through theologies, philosophy, doctrines, and fake history.

We must step outside of the false Christian religion that believes half of the Bible was done away with and promotes lawlessness. Likewise, we must also step away from Judaism and any other religion that does not believe Yahusha was the Messiah. We are in 2024, and the TRUTH is available for those who seek it, have an ear to hear it, and have eyes to see it. It’s available for those willing to stop listening to doctrines, pick up the Bible, read it, and learn the ways of Abba 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄.

23. But an hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in TRUTH. For the Father also seeks such, the ones worshiping Him.
24 Elohim is spirit, and the ones worshiping Him must worship in spirit and TRUTH.

John 4:23-24 (HRB)

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In this and all Food for Thoughts I recommend you read the Scripture(s) provided and the entire chapter they are from to obtain more insight.

What Should We Do?

In Ephesians 6:11-17 we are instructed to put on the whole armor of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 in order to firmly stand our ground and withstand the strategies of Satan. The first piece of armor Sha’ul (Paul) revealed in verse 14 was the belt of TRUTH. The belt of TRUTH is not mentioned first out of coincidence but out of purpose. The 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s TRUTH is central to everything a BBB does, lives, says, and believes. It is the very foundation 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 laid from the beginning of time, and it stands no matter who believes it or not and whether someone likes it or not.

To understand Sha’ul’s armor analogy, let’s examine the attire of the people of that era and the regions Yahshar’elites lived in. In ancient times, individuals wore long, sheet-like robes such as tunics, thawbs, or thobes as both clothing and protection against the scorching heat. These garments posed a significant challenge in times of combat, confrontation, or even heavy labor. The excess fabric of the long robe could severely restrict movement, rendering them slow, unsteady, and vulnerable to attacks and potential mishaps such as tripping or stumbling. Consequently, a quick and essential maneuver for a soldier would be to swiftly gather and secure the excess fabric, tightly fasten it, and tuck it into the belt. Girding up would free the soldier and prepare him for immediate action.

And this is everlasting life, that they may know You, the Elohim of TRUTH, and Yahusha Messiah, whom You have sent.

John 17:3-6 (HRB)

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In this and all Food for Thoughts I recommend you read the Scripture(s) provided and the entire chapter they are from to obtain more insight.

The Effects of Missing TRUTH

Suppose we as BBBs refuse to gird up ourselves with 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s TRUTH. In that case, we are inviting a multitude of consequential problems into our lives that will undoubtedly cost us our lives. Without the TRUTH, you will not be able to put on the rest of the armor, and therefore, the Devil will place you in bondage and enslave your mind until you are completely consumed. You can also look forward to never being free as John 8:32 teaches that it is 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s TRUTH that sets us free. The very TRUTH that you refuse to accept.

Until you acknowledge the TRUTH, you will be stuck in a perpetual cycle of Proverbs 14:12 and 16:25: “There is a way that seems upright to a man, but the end of it is the ways of death.” I know this sounds grim, but this is the truth. 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 does not have 45,000 different truths or ways of doing things. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever more. If you don’t accept the whole TRUTH, 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 will give you over to a reprobate mind and/or keep you in the strong delusion that you should believe the lie. Romans 1:24-32 and 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

To have on the belt of TRUTH is to know 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s TRUTH and live it out daily. Having the belt of TRUTH fastened tightly now allows the other armor pieces to be put on. But it starts with the TRUTH. The majority of Christians are embarrassingly ignorant of the faith and have little Bible knowledge (TRUTH). Leaving them to be easily picked apart by Hêlēl (Satan), atheists, agnostics, or those who believe in false deities. Hence the explosion in Christians turning atheist and agnostic.

The Effects on the Children Missing TRUTH

According to Lifeway Research, “70% of youth stop attending church and start leaving when they graduate from high school.”

Christian-raised children grow up not fully understanding who 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 is or who they are in Yahusha. Their understanding of the faith was poured or forced upon them with lies, half-truths, or a dumbed-down version of the gospel, leaving them empty with questions that rtheir parents nor pastor could answer or wanted to answer. In short, their faith, belief, salvation, etc., was not real to them because TRUTH was not taught.

They WERE NOT taught that the Bible is a REAL history book of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s chosen nation, the Hebrews, AKA Yahshar’elites (Israelites), not to be mistaken with Rev2:9s or Rev3:9s. Neither were they taught the feast days, but rather taught Christmas, Easter, Ash Wednesday, Halloween, etc., However, they were taught to focus on the New Testament and not the “done away with” Old Testament, not knowing that the Old Testament teaches the very nature and ways of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄. They were never taught the name 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 or that the name of the Savior is Yahusha, NOT Jesus, because there was no letter “J.” The letter J was invented in 1524, which would also mean that 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄’s name IS NOT Jehovah.

Being a BBB is not about attending a church or being sold out for Jesus, but about accepting Yahusha and living for 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 by following His ways, precepts, and commands (Revelation 12:17). Christianity has completely stripped away the laws of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 by ignoring Torah, the prophets, and the words of Yahusha (Matthew 5:17).

Conclusion

We are losing Yahshar’elites and grafted in believers left and right because we are failing to put on the belt of TRUTH. We were taught many falsehoods that directly contradic Scripture, and we believed the deceptions and illusions. Unfortunately, and to a fault, we have NOT girded our loins with the belt of TRUTH, but have placed the belt of lies on and it is not able to hold up our tunics, let alone armor. Therefore we are restrained, slow, off balance, continuously tripping and falling and are unable to put on the rest of the whole armor of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄. (Hosea 4:6) My people perish for the lack of knowledge. What good is having any of the other pieces if you don’t understand the TRUTH about them?

Questions

• What is the Helmet of Salvation if you don’t know the TRUTH about salvation, how or why we need it, who it comes from, how to get it, and how to hold on to it?
• What is the Breastplate of Righteousness if you don’t know what righteousness is?
• What is the Shield of Faith if you don’t know who or what to have Faith in and why?
• What is the Sword of the Spirit when you don’t know anything in the book and what you do know you don’t even know if it’s true? You don’t study it so you will never be able to rightly divide the word in TRUTH. (2 Timothy 2:15)
• What is the Boots of Peace if you don’t know the good news? In John 17 Yahusha prays to Abba 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 and tells 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 that He has finished the work He was given. That work was to share the good news of everlasting life. But what was everlasting life? John 17:3-6 “And this is everlasting life, that they may know You, the Elohim of TRUTH, and Yahusha Messiah, whom You have sent. I have glorified You on the earth. I finished the work that You gave Me to do. And now Father, glorify Me with Yourself, with the glory which I had with You before the existence of the world. I revealed Your name to the men whom You gave to Me out of the world. They were Yours, and You gave them to Me; and they have kept Your Word.

We will discuss these and many of the falsehoods in the weeks ahead.

By: David Edwards – HalleluYAH – Praise YAH – Praise 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄

The post Truth or Illusion, Part 1 appeared first on Journal Thy Journey.

Unfortunately, Christianity (Roman Catholicism) and Rome did not stop at the reeducation of the masses, as we learned in part 3. They continued by rebranding Scriptures and laws into their own likeness for their own benefit and the appeasement of pagans. Our topic for part 4, “Changing Dietary Instructions,” is also part of the rebranding of these lawless people. This topic is extensive and covers various areas, so I will divide it into multiple “Food For Thoughts” to make it more comprehensible. Doing so allows us to delve deeper into each aspect and ensure that nothing important is left out.

If you haven’t already had the opportunity to read through the previous parts of this “Food For Thought” series. I highly recommend that you do so before proceeding with this portion. This will help you better understand the context and progression of the topics discussed. Below are the links to parts 1-3 and another link to other significant “Food For Thoughts” related to names and changes done to the faith. To save time, I will dive directly into the topic of Changing Dietary Instructions and provide insights into the impact of these changes and how they have affected various aspects of our lives. 

• Part 1
• Part 2
• Part 3
• Name Food for Thoughts

Diet

It should be the absolute understanding of all mankind that 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄, the creator and owner of everything in existence, has the absolute right to dictate what His creations can and cannot do, including what they can consume as food. After all, 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 created every plant and animal clean and unclean and gave it its purpose. The Bible provides clear instructions for food consumption, emphasizing specific dietary restrictions.

However, some religious beliefs, such as Catholicism and Christianity, allow and often promote people to consume anything they want as long as they pray over it or bless it beforehand. The world governments (Beast System) have also granted permission and promoted consuming things that the Bible designates as unclean and not food, like pigs, shrimp, crabs, rats, catfish, rabbits, squids, and other questionable things. 

Interpretations of the restriction on consuming Biblically unclean animal flesh have varied throughout history due to diverse religious beliefs, cultural traditions, and a void of Biblical truth. The Bible provides a thorough guide to what mankind should eat and what we should avoid to maintain good health and spiritual purity. 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 provided these guidelines so His creations would lead a healthy and fulfilling physical and spiritual life through obedience.

The Evolution of Food in the Bible

1. Genesis 1:29-30, 2:9, 2:16-17: 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 original plan was for all humankind and animals to be plant eaters (vegetarians, vegans, and herbivores). However, 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 restricted the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, commanding Adam not to eat of it.
2. Genesis 3:21: 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 sacrificed the first animal to provide clothing for Adam and Eve after they disobeyed Him and became aware of their nakedness. Yet, even then, 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 did not grant humans the freedom or permission to consume the flesh of the animals He created.
3. Genesis 7:2, 8:20: 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 explains to Noah that there are clean and unclean animals.
4. Genesis 6:5-6, 7:2, 8:20, 9:3-4: 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 flooded the Earth after seeing that every inclination of man’s heart was continually evil. The flood wiped out most of the Earth’s vegetation, and 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 permitted mankind to eat the flesh of animals. The question is, what animals, the clean or unclean ones? Noah brought seven pairs of each clean animal and only one pair of each unclean animal. It’s clear from Noah’s righteousness and the limited number of unclean animals that he and his family consumed the clean animals. By doing so, he ensured the survival of the unclean animals, preventing them from going extinct. Additionally, Noah knew which animals were meant for food since 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 had differentiated between the clean and unclean animals. This knowledge helped him to understand that unclean animals were not meant for food. Leviticus 11 further explains that unclean animals were detestable and unfit for human consumption and, therefore, inedible. It is also important to note that in Genesis 8:20, you don’t see Noah offering any unclean animals to 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 as a burnt offering.
5. Leviticus 11 and Deuteronomy 14:3-21: 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 lays out what we can and can not eat. (Nowhere in the Bible will you find the authorization to eat unclean meat.)

Misinterpretations of the Scripture

Does the New Testament Annul the Dietary Laws of Lev 11 and Deut 14

Before delving into the scriptures we are about to cover, it is essential to ask 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 to open your mind to the understanding of the Scriptures (Luke 24:45). You should also take care to keep the scriptures in context (Isaiah 28:9-10) and be willing to research other books of the Bible (2 Peter 1:20) to gain a comprehensive understanding. Ok let’s begin with the words of Yahshua in Matthew 5:17-19

17. Do not think that I (Yahshua) came to annul the Torah or the Prophets; I did not come to annul, but to fulfill.

18. Truly I say to you, Until the Heaven and the Earth pass away, in no way shall one yod or one stroke pass away from the Torah until all comes to pass.

19. Therefore, whoever loosens one of these commandments, the least, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the worst in the kingdom of Heaven. But whoever does and teaches them, this one shall be called great in the kingdom of Heaven

Matthew 5:17-19 (HRB)

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In this and all Food for Thoughts I recommend you read the Scripture(s) provided and the entire chapter they are from to obtain more insight.

We can see that Yahshua did not change or annul the law of His Father 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 or the words of the Prophets. Directly from the very mouth of Yahshua, it was clearly stated that not one law of the original Torah, which includes the dietary law, would be abolished. Not one yod or one stroke would be changed until Heaven and Earth pass away. He followed that with a warning to anyone who loosens one of the commandments just a little or teaches men so. That commandment breaker will be called the least or worst in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Definition of Annul:

• To declare or make legally invalid or void
• To reduce to nothing: OBLITERATE
• To make ineffective or inoperative: NEUTRALIZE

Definition of Fulfill:

• To put into effect: EXECUTE
• To meet the requirements of
• To measure up to
• To develop the full potentialities of
• To convert into reality
• To make full

Matthew 5:17-19 is in agreement with the prophetic words of Isaiah 42:21, which state that Yahshua would come to magnify the Torah (law), meaning to grow, make greater, or make stronger. These scriptures also agree with the prophecies in Isaiah 2:2-3 and Micah 4:1-3, which both speak of the future when the house of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 is established at the top of the mountains in Jerusalem. From that mountain, the ways and word of mighty 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 will be taught, and the Torah (law) will go forth, signifying that the law is everlasting. Isaiah 24:1-6 also talks about the end times in which humanity has transgressed the Torah (law), violated statutes, and broke the EVERLASTING COVENANT, leading to a curse. This also shows that the law of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 is everlasting.

Definition of Everlasting:

• Lasting or enduring through all time: ETERNAL
• Continuing for a long time or indefinitely
• Wearing indefinitely
• In strictness is that which endures forever; either that which has no beginning and will have no end, or that which, having a beginning, will have no end, but henceforth will exist forever. (Biblestudytools)

Asks yourself! Would it make sense for 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 to create an everlasting covenant, which is the Torah, and then annul it (do away with), leaving a “just believe” loophole for those who don’t want to follow His commands, laws, and precepts? Would it make sense for 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 to hold His chosen people to the Torah and then punish them with Deuteronomy 28 for not following it, to later do away with it for them and everyone else, and then come back in the end times, punish the Earth and its people for not following the Torah, and then start teaching it again from the holy mountain? The answer to both is NO, it does not make sense.

Then, why is there a widespread belief among Christianity and many others that not only have the dietary laws that are a part of the Torah done away with but that Yahshua Himself was the one who did away with them, along with Kefa (Peter) and Shaul (Paul)? It is because of blatant misinterpretation of the Scriptures in Mark, Matthew, Acts, Timothy, 1 Corinthians, and Romans. In some ways, these Scriptures have also been erroneously translated in the King James Version (KJV) and other Bibles. In reality, the dietary laws have not been abolished and remain an integral part of the Torah. If Yahshua annulled or abolished it, He would be in violation of His own words: “I DID NOT COME TO ANNUL.”

Conclusion

Next week, YAH willing, we will continue the “Changing Dietary Instructions” portion and investigate some of the misunderstandings, mistranslations, and misinterpretations of Scriptures relating to dietary law.

By: David Edwards – HalleluYAH – Praise YAH – Praise 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄

The post Does Your Name Matter or Should Someone Rename You? Part 4 (Changing Dietary Instructions)  appeared first on Journal Thy Journey.

22. Professing to be wise, they became foolish. 

23. And changed the glory of the INCORRUPTIBLE Elohim into the likeness of an image of a corruptible man, and of birds, and four-footed animals, and creeping things. 

24. Because of this, Elohim gave them up to filthy lusts of their hearts, and their bodies to be dishonored among themselves, 

25. who changed the truth of Elohim into the lie, and worshiped and served the created thing more than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen.

Romans: 1:22-25 (HRB)

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In this and all Food for Thoughts I recommend you read the Scripture(s) provided and the entire chapter they are from to obtain more insight.

The Devils Idea(s)

The devil, known as the deceiver in Revelation 12:9 and the father of lies in John 8:44, along with his children, are skilled at implanting ideas in people’s minds. It is often through suggestions, subtle influence, mental manipulation, belief systems, and false religions that the devil and his children manipulate and influence the thoughts and beliefs of others. This means that they can skillfully plant ideas in your mind by nudging your thoughts in a particular direction, all with the intention of leading you astray from the truth and further away from YAH 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 or יהוה.

The ability to deceive and manipulate is a powerful tool, and it is something that Bible Believing Believers should be aware of when trying to discern what is true and what is not. To protect ourselves from the schemes of the devil and his followers, we must become true disciples of YAH 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄. This involves the discipline of studying the word of YAH 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 daily, praying to Him daily, worshiping Him in spirit and truth daily, and allowing the Ruach to lead everyday. By doing so, we become more vigilant and discerning, which helps us avoid falling prey to the devil and his followers, especially the “Tares“- those planted by the devil in the body of Yahshua, as mentioned in Matthew 13:24-43.

Polytheistic Deception

Definition of Polytheism:

• The belief in multiple deities, which are usually assembled into a pantheon of gods and goddesses, along with their own religious sects and rituals.The state of being whole and undivided

Definition of Monotheism:

• The belief that there is only one El, an all-supreme being that is universally referred to incorrectly as God (Gawd or modernized as Gad), see Strong’s Concordance number H1409).

The devil is responsible for drawing the world into the web of polytheistic deception, lulling many to sleep with this poison, causing them to serve and believe in his many-god, any-god, any god other than YAH יהוה theology. This very deception is how Satan will cause the inhabitants of the world to worship him under a one-world religion. It’s worth noting that the One World Religion Headquarters has already been constructed in Abu Dhabi and is supported by three of the world’s five major religions, namely Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. However, let’s not get ahead of ourselves and start from the beginning with the creator of Polytheism. It all started millenniums ago with Cush, the oldest son of Ham and grandson to Noah. So we will start there and then move on to Nimrod(1, 2, 3), Semiramis, and Tammuz, the creators of the mystery Religion(s) in Babylon” thousands of years ago.

The Beginning of Polytheism

Cush married Semiramis, and together, they had several children, but one of their most notable offspring was Nimrod, whose name means we will rebel. Nimrod was a skilled hunter and a mighty hero in the land before YAH יהוה (Genesis 10:8-12). He also was the same Nimrod who arrogantly and rebelliously built the Tower of Babilu, better known as Babel. Interestingly, Babilu means the gate of god, but it can also mean son of Bel. It is possible that Nimrod named the city after himself, as he was the son of Bel (Cush), which you will see in a moment.

Exaltation and Deification

Definition of Deification:

• to make a god of

According to some historical records and writings, Cush exalted and deified himself as the pagan god Baal, Bel, and sun god Ra (father god). Semiramis deified herself as Ashtoreth, the Queen of Heaven (mother god). Cush would later be disgraced, and his wife Semiramis left him and married her son Nimrod. Nimrod took on the role of Baal (father god), usurping his father, either in addition to or instead of. Nimrod was later killed by his Uncle Shem for lifting himself up as a god and leading people into false worship. In an effort to remain Queen and maintain power, Semiramis somehow becomes pregnant with Tammuz and convinces the kingdom that she conceived Tammuz divinely by Nimrod-Baal and Tammuz is Baal Reborn (son of god). These deities held significant importance in the ancient world and were worshipped by many.

Mentioned in Scripture

Although Semiramis is never mentioned in the Bible, her deified name, Ashtoreth, Asherah, and Queen of Heaven, are mentioned several times throughout scripture. Cush and Nimrod are not mentioned many times; however, just like Semiramis, their deified names, Baal and Bel, are mentioned a considerable amount. Tammuz, also known as Dumuzid, is mentioned in Ezekiel 8:14.

Satan’s Transition Throughout the Ages

Cush, Nimrod, Semiramis, and Tammuz, the Founders of Polytheism (FOP), were all under the influence of Satan and his idea that man could be like YAH. Remember, it was Satan who told Eve in Genesis 3:5 that she and Adam could be like the Most High. Satan also expressed that he wanted to exalt himself above YAH in Isaiah 14:12–16. The FOP’s game plan was near-sided as they did not see the long game that satan was playing. FOP exalted and deified themselves to be gods for the short term to exert and maintain power and control, to be worshiped, and to be remembered in history. Satan’s plan was and still is to deceive the entire world through every dispensation. Look at the charts below, and you will see how Satan has transitioned throughout time using FOP as well as changing his name throughout cultures.

It is important to note that false deities created by man and Satan often share similar storylines. This can make it difficult to distinguish between them and to know what is true. In reality, there is no truth in any of it. All worship of these deities and other idols is worship of Satan. For example, there are stories about Sammaramis, also known as Ishtar (pronounced “Easter”), who supposedly became pregnant from the sun god Baal’s sun rays and gave birth to Tammuz from an egg. Similarly, Mirtha was also said to have been born from an egg.

Additionally, both Tammuz and Mirtha are said to have been born on December 25, along with other pagan gods and goddesses like Nimrod (Tammuz’s father), Horus, Dionysus, Osiris, Attis, and the Roman Catholic Jesus (birth by the Roman Catholic Virgin Mary also known as the Queen of Heaven). These are all reimaginations of old pagan gods and goddesses. This is why YAH commanded the people of Yahsharel not to engage in idolatry and reminded them repeatedly that he never changes, unlike ever-changing false gods. This was true then and is still true today; we should not engage in idolatry, no matter how innocent it may seem or how long we may have kept an idolatrous tradition. We must worship in spirit and in truth only (John 4:24).

Satan’s Goal

Satan’s goal has always been to kill, steal, and destroy, and he will never change (John 10:10). Satan’s purpose with this deception and all of his deceptions is to get humanity to worship him by any means necessary, no matter the form. The polytheistic deception works well as it manipulates the human psyche by giving us the illusion of control through the liberty to worship whomever or whatever we choose. The idea of selecting a god that fits one’s needs is appealing to people as it also provides a sense of control over their religious practices.

Polytheism says there are multiple gods; select one that aligns with your personal beliefs or choose whichever god serves your specific needs. Unfortunately, people treat YAH the same way as if there is an El of the Old Testament and an El of the New Testament, and they need to pick one. One half chooses to follow the New Testament only and dismiss the Torah and Old Testament, calling it bondage when the truth is the New Testament quotes the Old Testament repeatedly. The other half only follows the Old Testament and misses out on Salvation through Yahshua. The polytheistic deception encourages people to choose a god based on their desires rather than seeking a deeper understanding of the Truth, and that truth is יהוה.

The Truth about Created Things

The actual truth is that there is only one EL, and His name is 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄 (יהוה) (see scriptures at the bottom). Serving, worshiping, and obeying anything other than YAH is giving glory to Satan.

• Doctrine Example
  • The Romans created the polytheistic doctrine of the Trinity. Yes, it is polytheism, and Yes, it’s a created doctrine, as the Bible never mentions the Trinity. The doctrine is a fundamental belief of most Christians. Yet, many struggle to provide a clear and concise explanation if asked. The reason is because it is complex, confusing, and not biblical. Please remember that Rome was saturated with paganism, and through syncretism, new beliefs were created and added to Christianity. The truth is YAH יהוה is EL, and His only begotten son is Yahshua; they are not one physically; they are echad like a husband and wife are echad, not as one being, but one in agreement, action, and thought. Yahshua points out the separation between Him and His Father when He proclaims in Mark 10:18, “No one is good except One, YAH יהוה.” Yahshua also clarified this in Luke 22:42 when He talked to His Father (not Himself) and said, “not My will, but thine, be done.” Indicating that He has His own will and the Father has His own will. People, we do not serve an El with dissociative identity disorder with three different personalities or entities in one (god the Father, god the Son, and god the Holy Spirit as a godhead). Consider Revelation 3:1 and Revelation 4:5, which both say YAH has seven spirits. Also, consider Isaiah 11:2, which names those seven spirits. Does this mean that the godhead is enneadnity (a word I made up like they made trinity), nine in one (Father, Son, Holy Spirit, Spirit of wisdom, Spirit of understanding, Spirit of counsel, Spirit of power, Spirit of knowledge, and Spirit of the fear of the Lord)? Of course not. These are separate individual spirits. For example, you can read about the separate spirit of wisdom in Proverbs 8:22-31. It gives us the history of the spirit of wisdom before and during creation.
• Idol Example
  • “All three major religions worship paganism in some form through stone and wood. Christians have the wooden cross, Muslims have the (Kaaba or black stone) in Mecca, and Judaism bows daily to the stone wall (Wailing Wall) in Jerusalem, which is the remains of the Roman Fort Antonia.” (Don Esposito Study Note HRB – Deut 4:28) It is not enough to say, be careful not to idolize “the cross” when the simple truth is that it has no place at all in our worship of YAH יהוה. We were never told to make a cross, bow down to it, make jewelry, or sing songs about it. This is a very dangerous thing that Christianity has created.

Some of the Other Religions in the World.

• Hinduism – There are differing beliefs on the number of gods, with estimates ranging from six to thirty-three million and each god being unique. Some believe it’s 33 types of gods.
• Buddhists worship and show reverence to Buddha by offering fresh flowers, lights, and lamps or burning fragrant incense at shrines with images of the Buddha. Some followers maintain personal shrines at home for private worship, aspiring to emulate Buddha. Although they claim Buddha is not a god but an enlightened being who has achieved freedom from the cycle of life and death, they create Buddha idols and worship them. Therefore, Buddha is their god, as their devotion is directed towards him.
• New Age – Bows down to self, believing there is no one true way to pursue spirituality. These individuals choose to explore their spirituality without adhering to any specific set of beliefs or traditions. These people often follow their own intuition and inner guidance, seeking personal growth and self-discovery. On the other hand, there are those who hold a deep conviction that they are divine beings with complete control over their lives and destinies. They see themselves as sovereign entities, possessing an inherent power and wisdom transcending human limitations. (Proverbs 14:12)

Conclusion

Satan has created multiple roads that lead directly to him, but most of humanity is deceived, blinded, and unaware of it. Satan and his tares have changed the truth of Elohim into a lie. The great news is that you don’t have to be. Our Father has provided us with His Torah and Holy Scriptures for direction, His only begotten son for salvation, and His Ruach to guide us in our faith. We don’t have to be fooled by the devil and subjected to this world. However, if you spend all your time being entertained by this world and the things of it versus in the Word of YAH and things of YAH, you will be deceived and probably already are. I employ you to come out of (her, them, or the world) and be ye separate. (2 Corinthians 6:17, Romans 12:2, Revelation 18:4).

Isaiah 44:6, Deuteronomy 4:35, Deuteronomy 6:4, Deuteronomy 32:39, 1 Samuel 2:2, 2 Samuel 7:22, 2 Kings 5:15, 1 Kings 8:60, ,1 Chronicles 17:20, Psalm 18:31, Isaiah 37:16, Isaiah43:10-11, Isaiah44:6,8, Isaiah 45:21, Hosea 13:4, Joel 2:27, Malachi 2:10, Mark 12:28–29, 1 Corinthians 8:4, Ephesians 4:4–6, 1 Timothy 2:5, Galatians 3:20, John 17:3, James 2:19

By: David Edwards – HalleluYAH – Praise YAH – Praise יהוה

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2. For I testify to them that they have zeal to Elohim, but not according to knowledge. 

3. For being ignorant of the righteousness of Elohim, and seeking to establish their own righteousness, they did not submit to the righteousness of Elohim.

Romans 10:2-3 (HRB)

A few months ago, a friend shared a head-scratching video with me asking for my thoughts on the topic. The video featured a charismatic preacher/pastor who irrationally claimed that men with facial hair or beards were prideful, not anointed, and not true believers. I found his statements and rant absurd, and honestly, it left me feeling quite puzzled and taken aback. It begs the question, if YAHWEH created us with facial hair, why would he condemn us to the Lake of Fire for having it? Nonetheless, what shocked me even more was the congregation’s cheering and enthusiastic support of the pastor’s interpretation of biblical Scripture, which he ironically didn’t even provide in the clip I saw.

Unfortunately, my knowledge of this preacher is limited; therefore, I cannot determine his true intentions from this one message. Consequently, that leaves a few options to categorize this preacher’s message. At best, he misunderstood and misinterpreted some Scriptures and would benefit from prayer and guidance from YAHWEH. YAHWEH can open our minds to understand the Scriptures (Luke 24:45). Alternatively, he may have genuine zeal to follow YAHWEH but have been misguided by the false doctrine he was taught, resulting in the prioritization of flawed false teachings over the word of YAHWEH. At worst, he is a false teacher working for the father of lies and needs stern rebuking. Since he is this passionate and wrong about beards, I am concerned about what else he is teaching and its accuracy. 

Here Are the Biblical Facts Related to This Topic:

• Beards were common, well-maintained, and not to be worn like the pagans.
  • Leviticus 19:27 and Leviticus 21:5

• Not having a beard was shameful for some.
  • 2 Samuel 10:3-5 —  Remain in Jericho until your beard grows

• Instances of Beards
  • David (1 Samuel 21:13)
  • Aaron (Psalm 133:2)
  • Ezekiel (Ezekiel 5:1)
    • Ezekiel finished this final act of defilement by shaving his head and beard, which was a pagan ritual for the dead (Ezekiel 27:31, Isaiah 22:12) which the Torah forbade (Deuteronomy 14:1). This whole process was extremely humiliating and disqualifying from serving Elohim Leviticus 21:5 Isaiah 7:20 (Study note from HRB)
  • Ezra (Ezra 9:3)
• The Bible does not say that Beards will keep you from eternal life with YAHWEH.

Caught Up By Their Words

In today’s world, there is a growing fascination with charismatic speakers, including biblical teachers, preachers, and pastors. Christians have become unable and unwilling to accept the true meaning of Biblical Scripture because the personality of Mr. or Mrs. Charismatic mesmerizes them with falsehoods. So much so that if their pastor teaches falsehoods and you show them the truth in the Scripture, they would rather their pastor’s version over the word of YAHWEH.

This fascination is not limited to faith speakers, as the charisma of business tycoons, social media influencers, motivational speakers, and politicians also mesmerized people. Many of us have witnessed this phenomenon of people mindlessly following what politicians say, accepting their every word without question or investigation. Even when someone presents evidence that the politician is lying, they still exhibit blind loyalty. We’ve also witnessed similar responses from individuals when social media influencers or business tycoons like Elon Musk make unfounded claims without supporting evidence. People alter their lives as a result, and sometimes, even the stock market fluctuates due to these claims.

Listening to the Voice of Yahshua Instead of Man

Scriptures of Yahshua talking to the people.

My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.

John 10:27 (HRB)

43 Why do you not know My speech? It is because you are not able to hear My Word. 

44 You are of the Devil as father, and the lusts of your father you desire to do. That one was a murderer from the beginning, and he has not stood in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own, because he is a liar, and the father of it. 

45 And because I speak the truth, you do not believe Me. 

46 Who of you rebukes Me concerning sin? But if I speak truth, why do you not believe Me? 

47 The one who is of Elohim hears the Words of Elohim; for this reason you do not hear, because you are not of Elohim.

John 8:43-47 (HRB)

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In this and all Food for Thoughts I recommend you read the Scripture(s) provided and the entire chapter they are from to obtain more insight.

Christianity emphasizes the significance of having and maintaining a personal relationship with Yahshua and YAHWEH. However, numerous Christians fail to devote time to reading the love letters (Bible) YAHWEH gifted to humanity; some neglect to even talk to Him regularly through prayer. For these reasons, the voice of YAHWEH is unknown to them, and they are left relying on the words of these charismatic speakers.

Question?

How long do you expect a marriage or personal relationship to last if you neglect to understand your spouse’s wants, needs, and desires (studying and reading the Bible) and rarely talk to them (praying)?

Answer!

Not long, and I’m tempted to say that there is no marriage or personal relationship going on here! Maintaining a personal relationship, whether with a spouse or with Yahshua and YAHWEH, demands effort and regular communication. Neglecting your spouse’s wants, needs, and desires or failing to communicate regularly with them will lead to the dissolution of the relationship. The same applies to your relationship with Yahshua and YAHWEH. If you do not take the time to read and study His Word, to understand His wants, needs, and desires for you, and if you do not engage in prayer and conversation with Him, then a personal relationship cannot exist. If you believe otherwise, you are mistaken.

Your relationship with Yahshua and YAHWEH will be damaged and possibly end not because they didn’t want a personal relationship with you but because you were not interested in them. Instead, you were interested in charismatic preachers, pastors, and politicians and their words, rather than Yahshua and YAHWEH and their words. Remember, Yahweh said He would never leave us, but that doesn’t mean we wouldn’t leave and walk away from him. (Deuteronomy 31:8, Deuteronomy 31:6, Hebrews 13:5, Joshua 1:5, Joshua 1:9, Matthew 28:20, Genesis 28:15, Psalms 94:14)

Conclusion

It is extremely dangerous to become overly invested in the words and actions of individuals by getting caught up in their intoxicating theatrical performance and gold-dripped words rather than the actual word of YAHWEH. Listening to and accepting whatever these people say without checking it against scriptures, facts, or research is also dangerous. Evaluating information based on its source and evidence is essential, rather than blindly believing everything you hear. By having a personal relationship with Yahshua and YAHWEH, which includes reading and studying the Word and praying, we can know Him, His words, His voice, and His speech. This will enable us to reject charismatic individuals’ false teachings, doctrines, and lies. We will also be able to respectfully and intelligently share information with pastors, preachers, and fellow believers in hopes of shining a light on the truth.

Please review the “How Is Your Study Life” series for info about reading and studying the Bible. You are also welcome to order a copy of Journal Thy Journey: A Chronological Reading Plan for the Bible. This journal is a great companion for your Bible study. It will help you study the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and help you develop a consistent study habit.

By: David Edwards

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