The search for 
saints
(Rev 1:12-13)(1,2,3 John)
Please read this before you continue. Gold can go one way or the other.
People may wonder what I’m talking about. Well, perhaps sharing my (and other scattered sheep’s) predicament will help you understand. Then, you’ll be able to help me, which a true Christ lover would do (1 John 5:1-3).
Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. Ecclesiastes
If you feel the Spirit facilitating healing as you read something here, don’t resist. Let the Life Force revive you (Rev. 3:2). Accept that you may need to consume what is said (2 Timothy 3:16-17)(John 14:26)(John 16:13)(1 John 2:27). Stay open, and test what I say on this site (1 John 4:1-6).
I’m open to revivin‘ as well (Proverbs 9:8). But, read what I have to say first. Women can prophesy, which may contain elements of teaching (1 Corinth. 11:5)(1 Corinth. 14:1-3)(Luke 2:38). I can share my story. Women can also deliver a message (Matthew 28)(Judges 4:6-7)(2 Chronicles 34:22-28).
I’m actually looking for a man (or a man-woman team) who can teach the whole counsel of Gd, including how to apply it (Nehemiah 8)(Acts 20:27)(1 Corinth 8:2). It seems true teachers are rarer than kyawthuite. In 10+ years of searching, even online, I haven’t found anyone. Some understand more than others but still have leaven (Galatians 5:9-10)(Matthew 16:6-12)(Ephesians 5:11)(Acts 17:11)(1 Timothy 5:22)(Romans 16:17-18)(2 Timothy 2:16-26).
Believers with a gift of teaching can struggle in their flesh at times but should not have demonic doctrine if Jesus opened their minds or they were taught by real teachers (Luke 24:45)(1 Timothy 4:14-16)(2 Timothy 2:1-2)(1 Corinth. 12:29); it’s their job to teach and correct (Acts 20:27)(1 Timothy 3:2)(2 Timothy 2:15)! They’re not like Apollos, who was missing information. They have the records, and it’s not my job to instruct them = 1 Timothy 2:12. Women can’t even get into biblical discussions during worship meetings = 1 Corinthians 14:34,35. (It’s not “cultural.”)
Though, a woman-man team can instruct a man privately (Acts 18:26). Aged women [typically 60+] can disciple younger ones concerning Christian living – how to be a Godly woman, etc (Titus 2:3-4)(1 Timothy 5:9-10). As just mentioned, women can also prophesy. And, they must be ready to preach the Gospel and have an answer for what they believe (1 Peter 3:15)(Ephesians 6:15). I know how to share my faith and defend what Gd taught me.
Where do you go when you’re in a spiritual famine (Amos 8:11)(Luke 18:8)(Matthew 24:12)(2 Timothy 3)? People tell me to go wherever. Well, what sins are okay to ignore? Can I trust corrupt teachers to teach me the whole truth and nothing but the truth? Can I trust them to not lead me astray?
But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea. – Jesus
Do not be deceived: bad company corrupts good morals. 1 Corinthians
Of course, I’m a part of my local ecclesia, but I refuse to yoke myself to a gathering practicing obvious sin (Ex. 23:2)–even if it means standing alone, like Noah (Gen. 6:8). The NT commands us to keep ourselves pure: 1 Corinth 5, Ephesians 5:11, Romans 16, 1 Timothy 5:22. I can’t knowingly join in and do the wrong thing (James 4:17). We must agree on doctrine (2 John 1:9-11)(1 Corinth 5:11)(Amos 3:3). I’m flexible concerning matters of opinion.
Thankfully, Yeshua left us a Helper (John 14:26). We don’t need a man to teach us (1 John 2:27). The Spirit has taught me many things. The Shepherd of my soul helps.
And he came forth and saw a great multitude, and he had compassion on them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd: and he began to teach them many things. Gospels
When I share what Jesus tells me (John 4:29), many people resist yet they can’t prove me wrong in the Scriptures so we can be one in Christ. They aren’t loving. Most run away or offer poop-riddled answers. Maybe some think it’s protective as it prevents them from blaspheming (denying) the Holy Spirit = Matthew 12:31, just in case. But, it does the opposite; it confirms their lovelessness, hypocrisy, and fakeness! Judgment receipts!
We know there are a lot of artificial Christians because the Bible says so (Isaiah 10:22-23)(1 Timothy 4:1)(Acts 20:29-38)(1 John 2:19). But, there are a ‘handful’ of real saints out there, and Yeshua knows their hearts (Psalm 19:12).
Among the ‘handful’, division and disorder reigns, yet people don’t seem to care (1 Corinthians 3:1-6)(1 Corinthians 4:17)(1 Corinthians 14:33). I don’t know if any of the modern leaders were God-appointed (Hosea 8:4)(Acts 20:28), but I would never worship with a group led by shepherds that don’t care about the Shepherd’s flock. That means they’re selfish and lack LOVE (John 21:15-17)(John 10). I’m instructed to stay away from people like that. They’re supposed to be an example to me and show me what LOVE looks like (1 Peter 5:3)(1 Corinth 13)(Galatians 2:1-6).
Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has become a child of God. And everyone who loves the Father loves his children, too. We know we love God’s children if we love God and obey his commandments. Loving God means keeping his commandments, and his commandments are not burdensome. – John
That they may all be one; even as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be in us: that the world may believe that thou didst send me. And the glory which thou hast given me I have given unto them; that they may be one, even as we are one; I in them, and thou in me, that they may be perfected into one; that the world may know that thou didst send me, and lovedst them, even as thou lovedst me. – Jesus
And now I make one more appeal, my dear brothers and sisters. Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people’s faith by teaching things contrary to what you have been taught. Stay away from them. Such people are not serving Christ our Lord; they are serving their own personal interests. By smooth talk and glowing words they deceive innocent people. But everyone knows that you are obedient to the Lord. This makes me very happy. I want you to be wise in doing right and to stay innocent of any wrong. – Paul
We all have doctrinal blind spots somewhere, and groups rarely grow out of them and ‘see the light?’ How can teachers be spiritually stupid if Jesus opened their minds? Though, some seem to shut their eyes to what they read, in favor of what they learned at “seminary” or from spiritual mentors they put above the Word (1 Corinthians 4:6).
AGAIN…
But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea.
Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle his whole body. – James
I’m not accusing anyone directly, but I’ve noticed that masturbatory shepherds tend to have ‘vanity gatherings’ that revolve around them, which throws poop in the Savior’s face and pisses on his instructions (1 Corinth 14).
They also like to be “The Leader” (3 John 1:9-11) and embrace special titles, like “Head pastor” or “Pastor Chuck” (Matthew 23:7)(Matthew 20:26-28). James and Peter may have been lead-like among the others (Acts 12:17)(Acts 15)(Luke 22:32)(Acts 2:14)(Matthew 16:13-19). Do we see them doing that (James 1:1)(1 Peter 1:1)? Humbleness is a fruit of LOVE. They acted like that when they were immature and still being trained for leadership = Luke 22:24-30.
Gd prevented me from yoking to false gatherings and secular church systems after my conversion, which was frustrating and lonely. But it was really protection. This state has also allowed me to clear out religious shoptalk and see ailments more clearly. I was baffled that a gathering of ‘true believers’ couldn’t figure out the most basic things about the faith?
At that time Jesus said, “Thank You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because You hid these things from the wise and from those who have much learning. You have shown them to little children.
We are commanded to worship in spirit and truth, not outside of that. This sets the foundation for everything we do. Christ has made things super simple, but people complicate things.
I learned that Christ’s resurrection party doesn’t feature a one-man show = 1 Corinthians 12:28, 1 Corinth 14. We’re all stars to Jesus. Concerning leadership, Jesus left us an example with the ‘mother’ ecclesia in Jerusalem, like in Acts 15 (Acts 14:23)(Acts 20:17)(Acts 11:30)(Acts 15:4, 22–23)(1 Tim. 5:17)(Phil. 1:1)(Titus 1:5)(Jas. 5:14)(1 Pet. 5:1). I think ‘the church’ drifted away from that by the 2nd or 3rd century. Instead of fighting monarchy, they welcomed it.
I also learned the saints in a local flock aren’t off the hook when it comes to being led astray. Many seem to just follow the leader and don’t have anything to contribute. According to the Scriptures, that doesn’t make sense = (1 John 2:27)(Ephesians 4:1-16)(1 Corinth 14:31).
My growth has been slow (1 Corinthians 12:12-30), but Gd continually shines light on blindspots because he loves me. No one knows everything (1 Corinth 8:2)! If a group never experiences uncomfortable and painful growth, the gathering is chronically ill or dead! It’s loveless!
As mentioned earlier, pastors and teachers may struggle, like the rest of us. Peter, who was an apostle and elder, needed a rebuke (Galatians 2:11-14). In the OT, David, the king, was rebuked by Nathan. But, they should have a heart of gold. They are supposed to be spiritually mature and take their role seriously (James 3:1), not live a life of error. They shouldn’t have these issues (Acts 20:27)(1 Timothy 3:2)(2 Timothy 2:15)(Titus 1:9)(John 3:9-10)(Luk 24:45).
“How are these things possible?” Nicodemus asked. Jesus replied, “You are a respected Jewish teacher, and yet you don’t understand these things? Gospels
These imposters and sheep eaters have left many wandering, discouraged, lonely, and hungry (Ezekiel 34). Yet, others refuse to suffer and have no spiritual integrity. They clearly see what the Scriptures say but follow the wicked crowd for the sake of fellowship = fellowship idolatry (Exodus 23:2).
Collectively, the assemblies today are stagnate, powerless, idle, and set in their ways, not Christ’s. They let man-made traditions usurp the Creator’s commands (Mark 7:8), which means they have a LOVE problem = John 14:15, 1 John 4:7-21. How can Jesus be first place in their lives? = Rev. 2:4
Leaders don’t show people how to come out of the world (2 Corinthians 6:17)(1 John 2:15-17), so everyone just does whatever feels right, I guess (Judges 21:25). It appears people aren’t eating and digesting the Word of Gd (Ezekiel 2:8;3:1-3)(Jeremiah 15:16)(Rev 10:9-10). We must consume what he says so we can live it out = Deut. 8:3-Matthew 4:4.
We must also keep in mind that we are all a part of the universal Body of Christ, and all saints in a city/village are one local body (even if no ‘official’ gatherings have been set up). Allowing that to fully marinate should stir repentance concerning division. A traveling Christian from Los Angeles would say “I’m a part of the “ecclesia in The Angels” Someone might ask: “where do you gather?” If the Christians in this person’s neighborhood have a designated house/building, he or she might share the location.
I don’t see any scripture saying spiritual gifts have ceased. They will “cease” when the Messiah returns (1 Corinth 13). According to Jesus, any man ‘claiming’ to hold the office of apostle is examined, not flat out rejected = Rev. 2:2. Our job is to test! They leave saints in the hands of elders (and perform health & wellness checkups). Each city is governed by a body of elders (presbytery) that should feature various gifts. (Deacons assist them with service needs.) They must be able to teach, though some may not do this often (1 Timothy 3:2). Big cities would have a large leadership council. People may break things down a bit, but there’s no such thing as “a head bishop, pope, or pastor” or gatherings within a local body “doing their own thing.” That’s 100% vanity, anti-christ, and unbiblical. Who started these gatherings today?! Looks like man and Satan, not Jesus and his apostles.
King Yeshua is the Head Pastor. The (autonomous) leadership council of an area is under him and is one; they know each other and work together (along with the rest of the community) to resolve challenging disputes and ensure no divisions or doctrinal errors. They can use the modern tools available. They may also meet with overseers in other cities. Just read the New Testament and don’t put man (including later church fathers) above the Word! No true man shepherd of Christ would be okay with a scattered flock, especially the city church he’s helping to manage (Ezekiel 34)(Jeremiah 23)!
Are there no wise men out there (Acts 15:13)? No men after Gd’s own heart, like David, who live by every word that comes from the mouth of Gd? (Psalm 119)(Matthew 4:4) This is super easy to understand–not difficult (2 Peter 3:16). By history, it appears people erred greatly. Well, try not to repeat their mistakes, and we must take heed to the warnings repeated throughout the Scriptures. We know that if Jesus revives the Christian nation, it will only be a few cities or saints (Matthew 24:37). Most “Christians” will slam the door in his face, sealing their fate–just like many Jews (though their time is coming soon = Romans 11:25, Rev. 11). But, we still warn and preach truth, even if it feels pointless.
The apostle’s job is to ensure unity in the Body of Christ, but we’re all apostles in the general sense. Scripture shows that we take some action and look up to Jesus (2 Chronicles 7:14)(1 Corinth 1,3)! Gatherings in a city can begin the healing process with those around them. I’ll be happy to find another WOKE saint in my township or city. So far, people seem to be sleep or dead (1 Peter 5:8)(Romans 13:11-12)(Rev 3:1). One small village/township could ignite others all over the world (1 Thessalonians 1:5-10)! Reach out and touch somebody’s hand. Make the church a better place if you can. Then, we can do the same for the world. I’m specifically summoning men because they lead (Judges 4:5-6). How can we be effective witnesses for Christ if we aren’t displaying the first sign that proves to the world that Jesus is who he says he is?! John 17:21-23. How can a “supposed” gathering of Christ go years or even centuries and not reach out to another a block away or on the same block? Though, we should NEVER embrace false unity. There’s NO unity without Biblical truth.
It’s better to judge and humble ourselves before Jesus does it. You judge fruit to see who’s a Christian and who’s not (Matthew 7:16). The Scriptures show that when there is order and we operate in LOVE, all true saints have the same beliefs and ordinances (1 Corinthians 14:33)(1 Corinthians 4:17)(Galatians 2:1-10). Denominations mean that people are controlled by their sinful nature, lacking LOVE (1 Corinth 1,3).
I offer Biblical wisdom more precious than 120 talents of gold: The man who proves his point with power until others can’t oppose wins = Luke 21:15, Acts 18:27–28, Acts 6:9-10, Acts 9:22, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Timothy 2:15, Hebrews 4:12, Titus 1:9. Acts 14:1. Losers must submit in LOVE. Those who resist a Spirit-filled message reject Christ (Acts 7)(Acts 14:2)(Titus 3:9-11)(2 Timothy 2:16-18;23-26)(2 Timothy 4:3-4)(James 3:1). It’s that simple. Christ’s yoke is light. Rock–headed, prideful people make things heavy.
Those who are wise will shine as bright as the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever. Daniel
In Christ’s Love,
