Most people know a religion and practice it.
Few people know how to have a relationship with God.

OUR HEAVENLY FATHER WANTS RELATIONSHIP WITH US – NOT OUR RELIGION!

Why people choose to practice religion and traditions of men instead of seeking a personal relationship with God

There are many reasons people practice religion and follow traditions rather than seeking a personal relationship with God, often stemming from psychological and social needs for comfort, certainty, and belonging. This can lead individuals to prioritize rules, rituals, and external validation over a direct, intimate connection with the Divine.

The Challenges of maintaining a Personal Relationship with God

In contrast to the clear, rigid structure of tradition, a personal relationship with God is a living journey that can be perceived as demanding and unpredictable.

Personal Responsibility: A direct, personal faith requires a continuous process of individual growth, self-reflection, and sincere repentance. This is often more challenging than relying on the structured, and frequently passive, practice of tradition.

The Unknown and Lack of Control: Walking in a personal relationship requires trusting God’s plan even when it is unseen. Walking by faith can feel unsettling for those who crave human certainty and a sense of control over their own lives.

Ongoing Engagement: Maintaining a relationship with God demands consistent, mutual communication and spiritual effort. In contrast, traditions can easily become a form of passive religious activity rather than an active, daily pursuit of the Divine.

Focus on the Internal: While traditions are highly visible and offer a sense of public belonging, a personal relationship is primarily internal and private. Some may value the outward expressions and public identity of “religion” more than an internal, unseen connection with the Creator.

WHY WE SHOULD HATE MAN-MADE RELIGION!

RELIGION IS A SILENT KILLER!

Report: Religion—The Silent Killer

A Conversation on Moving from Systems to Spiritual Reality

The latest broadcast of Good Morning Ecclesia, hosted by Tim Curtin, featured a deep-dive conversation with Kelvin Chambliss from California. The central theme of their discussion is a provocative one: Religion is the “Silent Killer.” This report summarizes the core lessons from their dialogue, focusing on the difference between man-made “systems” and the genuine spiritual movement Jesus called the Ecclesia.

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1. Religion vs. The Ecclesia

The speakers make a sharp distinction between two words that people often use interchangeably:

• Religion/Church System: A man-made organization that relies on traditions, manipulation, and fundraising.
• The Ecclesia: The original word used by Jesus (Matthew 16:18), referring to a “called-out” body of believers who operate in God’s kingdom rather than just a building.

Key Quote: “Religion is a legitimate move of God drugged beyond its time.” This means something that was once alive and inspired by God can become “religious” when people try to keep the old form alive after the Spirit has moved on.

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2. The Danger of the “System”

A major portion of the conversation focused on how religious systems operate. Both Curtin and Chambliss grew up in highly active church environments and identified several “red flags” of a religious system:

red Flags of a Religious System

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3. The “Silent Killer” of Young People

Kelvin Chambliss shared a personal observation about why young people often leave the church after going to college.

• The Isolation Trap: Many religious groups teach “separation” from the world as isolation.
• The Disconnect: When young people are exposed to new ideas and education, they realize the “system” hasn’t prepared them to live in the real world.
• The Result: Because they were connected to a system rather than Christ, when they get disillusioned with the system, they think they are disillusioned with God.

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4. “I Never Knew You” (Matthew 7:21-23)

The speakers touched on a frightening reality mentioned in the Bible. Jesus said some would perform miracles and prophesy, yet He would say, “I never knew you.”

• Performance vs. Relationship: It is possible to be “highly successful” in a religious system—raising money, preaching great sermons, and even seeing miracles—without actually knowing God.
• The Lack of Discernment: The speakers expressed concern that the modern church often lacks the ability to tell the difference between a “talented fundraiser” and a person who truly walks with the Father.

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5. Moving Toward a Pure Way

The goal of this series is to encourage believers to search the scriptures for themselves. The speakers suggest moving away from:

1. Celebrity Culture: Stop deifying leaders and giving them “thrones” in the church.
2. Financial Manipulation: Moving away from the “cycling of money” and back to biblical stewardship.
3. Cyclical Events: Stopping the exhaustion of “church programs” that don’t produce spiritual growth.

AMAZINGLY… JESUS CHRIST DID NOT SAY ANYTHING TO PROMOTE RELIGION IN THE BIBLE! HIS FOCUS WAS ALWAYS ON THE KINGDOM OF GOD.

John 8:42-45 Jesus calls the Religious leaders children of the Devil
42 Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father, you would love Me, for I have come here from God. I have not come on My own, but He sent Me. 43 Why do you not understand what I am saying? It is because you are unable to accept My message. 44 You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out his desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies. 45 But because I speak the truth, you do not believe Me!

LINK to “8 Reasons Jesus Hates Religion”

LINK to “9 Reasons Jesus Hates Religion”

LINK to “God Hates Religion”

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AMAZINGLY the word “RELIGION” does not appear in the original manuscripts of the OLD TESTAMENT. It is mentioned in the NEW TESTAMENT 3 times by the Apostles Luke, Paul and James

Acts 26:5 – The Apostle Luke states that he practiced The Jewish Law before he believed on Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior

Galatians 1:13-14 – The Apostle Paul states that he practiced the religion of the Jewish Faith before he believed on Jesus Christ as Lord & Savior – Paul states that he persecuted the Followers of Jesus Christ (The Eklessia) when he was practicing The Jewish Law.

James 1:26-27 The Apostle James states that pure religion is what man does for the good of man – Pure Religion IS NOT how man maintains a relationship with God.

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I would like to challenge you… please put down religion for a minute and and open your mind and heart to the possible truth that you are missing out on an amazing relationship with God. If this is possibly true, wouldn’t you want to experience this relationship that I am talking about? Wouldn’t you want to know your creator intimately and personally?

RELIGION \ PHILOSOPHY WILL NOT GIVE YOU A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD!

Apostle Paul’s Disdain for Worldly Wisdom

The Apostle Paul’s disdain for worldly wisdom can be summarized as a deep conviction that human reason, pride, and intellectual cleverness are utterly inadequate for understanding God’s truth. He repeatedly contrasts the temporary, self-serving nature of worldly wisdom with the eternal, humble, and spiritual nature of God’s Divine wisdom—which is centered entirely on the Message of the Cross.

To the world, the Gospel appears as foolishness, but to those being saved, it is the power of God. Paul teaches that God chose the “foolish” things of the world to shame the wise, ensuring that no human can boast in His presence.

The foolishness of human intellect

In his First Letter to the Corinthians, Paul directly confronts the prevailing Greek philosophical traditions of the time, which highly valued rhetoric, logic, and intellectual status. He argues that this human-centered approach is utterly useless in truly knowing God.

• A Challenge to Worldly Thinkers: Paul famously asks, “Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?” (1 Corinthians 1:20).
• Worldly Wisdom is Folly: He bluntly states, “For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God,” and, “He catches the wise in their craftiness” (1 Corinthians 3:19).
• Ineffective for Salvation: Paul asserts that the world, through its own wisdom, “did not know God,” and that God chose to save those who believe through the “foolishness of what was preached” (1 Corinthians 1:21).

The Paradox of the Cross: A Stumbling Block to the Wise

For Paul, the ultimate proof of worldly wisdom’s futility is the Message of the Cross itself, which completely inverts human concepts of power, status, and success.

• Christ Crucified as “Foolishness”: Paul recognizes that to those seeking signs (the Jews), the Cross is a “stumbling block,” and to those seeking intellectual sophistication (the Greeks), it is “foolishness.”
• The Power of God in Perceived Weakness: Paul preaches that this apparent weakness and foolishness is, in fact, “the power of God and the wisdom of God” for those who are being saved.
• The Humbling of Human Pride: God deliberately chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise and the weak things of the world to shame the strong, so that no human being could “boast in the presence of God” (1 Corinthians 1:27–29).

The source of true wisdom

Rather than relying on human eloquence or philosophical argumentation, Paul presents true wisdom as a Divine revelation available only through the Holy Spirit.

• Divine Revelation, Not Human Reason: Paul declares that he came to the Corinthians not with “lofty speech or wisdom” but to preach Christ Crucified, so that their faith would rest not on “the wisdom of men but on the power of God” (1 Corinthians 2:1–5).
• Spiritual Discernment: He explains that spiritual truths are “spiritually discerned” and that the person without the Spirit cannot understand or accept them, considering them foolish (1 Corinthians 2:14).
• The Mind of Christ: Through the Spirit, believers are given access to the Mind of Christ, which allows them to understand Divine mysteries that are hidden from worldly intellects.

If the Spirit is the source of wisdom, then every believer with the Spirit has access to the “Mind of Christ.” This effectively removes the need for a human “clergy” to act as an intermediary between the believer and God.

Although there are many religions in the world today, there is one movement that seeks to join them all together to form the One World Church that will be under the New World Order. Most people do not see what they are doing yet.

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THEY ARE USING TOLERANCE AND UNITY TO TRICK US INTO THIS ONE WORLD RELIGION!

Understanding the New Age Movement: A Spiritual Warning

Many people today participate in activities like yoga or read self-help books without realizing there is a deeper religious meaning behind them. While these things often look like “harmless stretching” or “positive thinking,” they are part of a larger spiritual shift called the New Age Movement.

What is the New Age Movement?

Unlike traditional religions (like Christianity or Islam), the New Age movement doesn’t have a single church, a Pope, or a formal set of rules. Instead, it is a mix of many different beliefs, including:

• Eastern Religions: Ideas from Hinduism and Buddhism.
• The Occult: Using things like astrology, tarot cards, and Ouija boards.
• Humanism: Putting “man” at the center of the universe instead of God.

The goal of this movement is to move the world away from traditional biblical values and toward a “New World Order.”

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The Strategy of Deception

The transcript explains that this shift doesn’t happen through war or force. Instead, it happens through marketing. Ideas that used to be considered “wrong” are now presented as “normal” or “good.”

Satan does not usually ask people to worship him by name. Instead, he encourages people to:

1. Worship themselves (doing whatever they want).
2. Reject God’s authority (relying on their own power instead of God’s).
3. Accept “Lawlessness” (the idea that there is no absolute right or wrong).

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Common Beliefs vs. Biblical Truth

The New Age movement uses “Christian” sounding words but changes their meanings. Here are the main differences:

New Age Belief	The Speaker’s Biblical View
Christ Consciousness: The idea that Jesus was just a man who reached a “high level” of thinking that we can all reach.	The Messiah: Jesus is the unique Son of God who died for sins; he is not a “level” humans can achieve.
Self-Reliance: “I have the power within myself to change my life.”	God-Reliance: Humans are weak on their own and must rely on God’s strength.
Visualization: Picturing what you want until it happens (The Secret).	God’s Will: We should pray for what God wants, not try to force our own will through “mental power.”

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Where is New Age Taught?

You won’t always find these teachings in a “New Age Church.” Instead, they are found in:

• Celebrity Media: Figures like Oprah Winfrey are described as “America’s Pastor” for the New Age, promoting books and “Life Classes” that teach these ideas.
• Self-Help Books: Many popular books about “believing in yourself” are actually teaching occult (hidden) spiritual practices.
• Modern Churches: Some churches are starting to teach New Age ideas to stay popular or keep members.

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Red Flags: What to Watch For

If you hear these “buzzwords” or see these themes, the speaker warns that you are likely being exposed to New Age philosophy:

• “Higher Consciousness” or “Enlightenment.”
• “Universal Truth” (the idea that all religions lead to the same God).
• “Tolerance” stickers that combine symbols of all world religions.
• “Manifesting” or “Imaging” your own reality.

The Takeaway: The speaker believes these teachings are preparing the world to accept a single world leader (the Antichrist). To stay safe, they suggest comparing every philosophy against the Bible and walking away from any group—including churches—that mixes these New Age ideas with scripture.

Summary Table: New Age Movement Characteristics vs. Biblical Christianity

Aspect	New Age Movement	Biblical Christianity
Core Belief	Self-knowledge, Christ consciousness	Messiah Yahshua as Son of God
Worship	Many paths lead to divine enlightenment	Worship Elohim alone
Leadership	No centralized authority or formal structure	Organized leadership (e.g., Church, Bible)
Spiritual Power Source	Self, mind, visualization, spirits/demons	Elohim, Holy Spirit
Relation to Traditional Faiths	Syncretistic, embraces all except Yahweh worship	Exclusive worship and salvation through Yahweh
Ultimate Goal	Enlightenment, higher consciousness, self-actualization	Salvation, eternal life through faith in Messiah
Cultural Penetration	Media, entertainment, education, self-help books	Church, Scripture, community

Key Terminology and Buzzwords Associated with New Age (Examples)

• Christ consciousness
• Enlightenment
• Higher self
• Ascension
• Visualization / Mental imaging
• Power of positive thinking
• Self-help / Self-esteem / Self-reliance
• Spiritual awakening
• Unity and diversity (all paths valid)
• Maitreya (the coming enlightened teacher)
• Meditation (outside biblical context)

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Final Notes

• The video stresses the urgent need for discernment as New Age teachings are often disguised in popular culture and even modern Christianity.
• It encourages grounding all life philosophy and spirituality firmly in Scripture to avoid deception.
• The New Age movement is framed as the spiritual foundation of the New World Order and the Antichrist’s religion, requiring believers to recognize and repudiate it.

THIS VIDEO EXPOSES THEIR PROGRESS AND WHAT THEY HAVE ACCOMPLISHED SO FAR

Introduction and Biblical Context on Perilous Times
The video opens by citing 2 Timothy 3:1-5, portraying a prophetic description of the “last days” characterized by perilous times. Key traits identified in mankind include:

• Being lovers of themselves (selfishness)
• Covetousness, boasting, pride, and blasphemy
• Disobedience to parents, ingratitude, and unholiness
• Lack of natural affection, breaking truces, false accusations
• Incontinence, fierceness, despising good, treachery, heedlessness, arrogance
• Loving pleasure more than God
• Having a form of godliness but denying its power
  The speaker emphasizes the meaning of “men” here as all humanity, both male and female.

The Rise of the Religion of Self
The speaker highlights the emergence of a modern ideology, described as a “religion of self”—a belief system centered on self-glorification, self-adoration, and self-exaltation. This is not a new phenomenon but traces back to the Garden of Eden, indicating a deep biblical root. The speaker’s personal encounter with this belief is illustrated by:

• A motivational speaker urging individuals to be “the hero of their own story” and “the god of their own story.”
• A women’s conference speaker proclaiming “You are enough,” emphasizing self-sufficiency and negating the need for anything beyond oneself.
  These messages, the speaker argues, contradict sound biblical doctrine.

Foundations of the Religion of Self in Genesis
The origin of this “religion of self” is traced to Genesis 3:4-5, where the serpent deceives Eve by saying that eating the forbidden fruit will make her “as gods.” This lie marks the birth of self-worship and selfishness. Key points:

• The serpent’s promise is a direct appeal to self-exaltation.
• Eve’s acceptance of this lie inaugurates the doctrine of selfishness.
• Today’s world demonstrates this selfishness through widespread self-centeredness and hatred, especially when envy arises.

Selfishness as the Core Doctrine of the Religion of Self
Selfishness is identified as the major doctrine of this religion. The speaker notes:

• Selfishness breeds hatred and division in society.
• The parable of the sheep and goats (Matthew 25) contrasts those who live selfishly with those who care for others.
• The “goats,” representing selfish people, prioritize themselves even at others’ expense (e.g., making others homeless to gain wealth).
• Such selfishness will lead to condemnation as stated in Matthew 25:41-45, where the King reprimands those who failed to minister to the needy, equating neglect of the least to neglect of Christ himself.

Matthew 25:41-45 (Summary)	Meaning
“Depart from me, ye cursed”	Eternal punishment awaits the selfish
“I was hungry/thirsty/stranger…”	Neglecting the needy is neglecting Christ
“Ye did not minister unto me”	Failure to care for others equals rejection

Signs of Being Involved in the Religion of Self
The speaker outlines clear signs indicating involvement in the religion of self:

• Selfishness is a primary indicator.
• A true child of God is not selfish, as selfishness contradicts God’s nature and the life of a believer.
• The goats’ example shows a self-centered life incompatible with serving God.

The Impossibility of Serving Two Masters
The video references Matthew 6:24 to argue the spiritual incompatibility of serving both God and self (mammon):

• No one can serve two masters simultaneously without despising one.
• This principle extends beyond money to the broader spiritual reality of serving either God or self/devil.
• Serving oneself is equated with serving the devil, which leads to spiritual failure.
• The generation is urged to humble themselves and worship the true and living God.

Human Insufficiency and the Need for God
The speaker stresses that humans are not enough on their own:

• It is impossible to resist the devil, conquer sin, or be saved through self-effort or self-sufficiency.
• Salvation and spiritual victory require dependence on God, not self.
• Believers should shift focus from themselves to Jesus, acknowledging that nothing can add to or subtract from Christ’s work on the cross.
• John 15:5 is cited: “Without me ye can do nothing,” underscoring total dependence on Christ for spiritual fruitfulness and life.

The Centrality of Jesus Christ and Humility
The message continues to emphasize:

• The paramount importance of exalting Jesus Christ, not oneself.
• Self-exaltation leads to spiritual ruin and hell, exemplified by Satan’s fall (Isaiah 14:12-15).
• Satan’s prideful ambition to be “like the most high” resulted in his downfall to the “depths of the pit.”
• This serves as a stern warning against self-deification in any form.

Isaiah 14:12-15 (Summary)	Key Points
“How you have fallen from heaven”	Satan’s pride led to his fall
“I will ascend above the stars…”	The desire to replace God with self is fatal
“Brought down to the realm of the dead”	Pride leads to ultimate judgment

Exalting God, Not Self: The Message of Revelation
The speaker concludes by pointing to the Book of Revelation as the ultimate biblical text exalting Jesus Christ:

• Revelation is described as the “revelation of Jesus Christ.”
• Jesus is identified as the “living one,” source of all life, and the “giver of life.”
• The text underscores that those who read Revelation without being impressed by Christ are not truly reading the Bible.
• Jesus declares, “I am he that liveth and was dead and behold I am alive forevermore, and have the keys of hell and of death.”
• The final exhortation is to exalt Jesus as the true God, rejecting self-exaltation.

Key Themes and Insights:

• The “religion of self” is a modern manifestation of ancient biblical rebellion starting in Eden.
• Selfishness is the core doctrine and greatest danger of this religion.
• True biblical faith requires humility, dependence on God, and rejecting self-worship.
• Spiritual service cannot be divided between God and self; one must choose.
• Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of life, salvation, and power, deserving all exaltation.

Summary Table: Core Biblical References and Their Messages

Scripture Reference	Core Message	Application to “Religion of Self”
2 Timothy 3:1-5	Description of perilous times and self-love	Identifies selfishness as a sign of last days
Genesis 3:4-5	Serpent’s lie making man “as gods”	Origin of self-exaltation and selfishness
Matthew 25:41-45	Judgment on those who neglect the needy	Selfishness leads to eternal separation from God
Matthew 6:24	No one can serve two masters	One cannot serve both God and self simultaneously
John 15:5	“Without me ye can do nothing”	Total dependence on Christ essential for life
Isaiah 14:12-5	Satan’s fall due to pride and self-exaltation	Warning against becoming a god in one’s own life
Revelation 1:18 & Others	Jesus as the living one, victor over death	Exaltation belongs to Christ alone

This comprehensive message calls for spiritual humility, rejection of self-idolatry, and wholehearted worship of Jesus Christ as the only true God and source of life.

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THEY ARE VERY SERIOUS ABOUT BUILDING THE ONE WORLD CHURCH! IT IS NOT A JOKE… AND IT BEGINS… THE NEW WORLD ORDER WITH ONE RELIGION IS GETTING US READY FOR THE ANTICHRIST

THIS NOT A CONSPIRACY OR FICTION – THIS IS VERY REAL & VERY DANGEROUS

LINK to The Parliament of the World’s Religions Website

LINK to “The One World Church” Website

LINK to “The Temple of Understanding” Website

LINK to “Religious Tolerance” Website

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Why are there so many denominations and sects in Christianity today?

There are so many denominations due to disagreements over biblical interpretation (baptism, sacraments, spiritual gifts), differing cultural/geographical contexts, varying worship styles, and historical divisions like the Reformation, leading to groups forming around distinct leadership, traditions, or desired purity from perceived errors, often starting with sincere desire to follow God but resulting in diverse expressions of faith.

Key Reasons for Denominational Division

While many denominations began with a sincere desire to follow God, several factors contributed to the diverse—and often divided—expressions of faith we see today:

Biblical Interpretation: Differing views on the “mechanics” of faith—such as the mode of baptism, the nature of the Eucharist, or the operation of the Holy Spirit.

Church Governance (Ecclesiology): Disagreements over man-made power structures, such as the authority of bishops versus the rule of elders or congregations.

Worship Style & Tradition: The elevation of personal preference, where ancient rituals or modern styles become the “standard” for fellowship rather than Christ Himself.

Historical Events: The aftermath of the Protestant Reformation, which, while necessary, resulted in a cycle of continuous splitting as groups broke away from one another.

Cultural & Geographical Factors: The tendency to blend the Gospel with local culture, creating regional versions of Christianity that eventually hardened into separate sects.

Desire for Purity/Reform: Sincere attempts to return to the “Original Ekklesia” that ironically resulted in the creation of yet another new denomination.

Human Factors: The influence of pride, self-promotion, and the comfort of “in-group” thinking, which solidifies divisions and makes reconciliation difficult.

In summary, these divisions often occur when the method of worship becomes more important than the Object of worship. When we define ourselves by our “distinctives” (what makes us different from other Christians), we move away from the Biblical mandate of being “one body” under one High Priest.

The True Temple: Not a Building, But a People

The Apostle Paul communicated that the true Temple of God is no longer a physical building, but the believers themselves—both individually and collectively. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit, God’s sacred presence now resides in His people, fundamentally changing the nature of worship and the way followers of Christ live.

The Believer as a Collective Temple

In his First Letter to the Corinthians, Paul refers to the entire church as God’s singular Temple, emphasizing their unity and shared purpose. 

• The Church as “God’s Building”: Paul uses the imagery of the church as “God’s building,” with Christ as the chief cornerstone, upon which all believers are built together into a holy temple.
• A Dwelling for God: Writing to the Ephesians, Paul states that Gentile and Jewish believers have been “built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit” (Ephesians 2:22).
• A Call to Unity: This understanding of the church as a corporate temple serves as a powerful call to unity, urging believers to be reconciled with one another and to avoid the internal strife and division that characterize man-made institutions (1 Corinthians 3:16–17).

The believer as an individual temple

Paul also applies temple imagery to the individual believer, particularly in the context of moral and spiritual purity. This was a radical departure from the world’s view of the physical body.

• A Contrast to Pagan Temples: In a city like Corinth—notorious for its pagan temples and sexual immorality—Paul provides a radical, counter-cultural instruction: “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies” (1 Corinthians 6:19–20).
• A Call to Holiness: This redefines the very concept of a “holy place.” In the Old Testament, only specific priests were set apart to care for the physical Temple. Now, because all Christians are indwelt by the Holy Spirit, every believer is called to personal consecration. This requires a life of separation from anything that would desecrate the sacred place where God dwells.

The Practical Implications of the Living Temple

The shift from a physical building to a spiritual temple creates profound implications for how a believer lives, worships, and relates to God.

• God is Accessible Everywhere: Because God’s presence is no longer confined to a single physical location, believers are free to worship Him anywhere “in spirit and truth,” as Yeshua taught. Worship is no longer a destination; it is a state of being (John 4:21–24).
• The Priesthood of All Believers: Paul’s teaching on the spiritual temple reinforces that there is no “clergy/laity” divide. Every Christian can approach God directly without a human intermediary, offering up “spiritual sacrifices” of worship, prayer, and service (1 Peter 2:4–5).
• High Stakes for Holiness: The sanctity of the temple carries a heavy responsibility. Paul warns that God’s temple is sacred, stating, “If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy that person” (1 Corinthians 3:17). This emphasizes that our treatment of our bodies and our treatment of one another within the Body of Christ is of eternal importance.

The Departure from Temple Systems

True followers of Yeshua do not follow the pagan or Jewish temple systems. The Departure from Temple Systems

True followers of Yeshua do not follow the pagan or Jewish temple systems. While this shift is a cornerstone of New Testament theology, the transition for the early Ekklesia was a profound journey of shifting their reliance from physical structures to a spiritual reality.

1. The Theological Break

The New Testament makes it clear that the death and resurrection of Yeshua rendered the physical temple system obsolete.

• The Rent Veil: At the moment of Yeshua’s death, the veil of the Temple was torn from top to bottom, signaling that the barrier between God and man had been removed.
• The Final Sacrifice: The book of Hebrews explains that Yeshua is the “once and for all” sacrifice. To continue in a sacrificial temple system would be to deny the sufficiency of His work on the Cross.

2. A Gradual Practical Shift

Historical accounts in the book of Acts show that many early Jewish believers continued to visit the Temple for prayer initially, as it was their cultural habit. However, as the Holy Spirit revealed the “New Covenant” through the Apostles—specifically Paul—the Ekklesia began to move away from these rituals.

• The Council of Jerusalem: Acts 15 shows the leaders deciding that Gentile believers were not required to follow the Mosaic Law or temple rituals.
• 70 A.D.: The physical destruction of the Second Temple by the Romans served as a historical “exclamation point” to the spiritual truth that God’s dwelling was no longer there.

3. Contrast with Pagan Systems

While the Jewish system was a “shadow of things to come,” the pagan systems were seen as entirely antithetical to the Gospel. Paul was uncompromising: believers could not partake of “the table of the Lord and the table of demons” (1 Corinthians 10:21). Followers of Yeshua were called to come out from among them and be separate.

The fulfillment of the Jewish temple system

For those who follow Yeshua, the Jewish Temple’s sacrificial system was not merely discarded—it was fulfilled and rendered obsolete by His crucifixion. His death is understood as the one, perfect, and final sacrifice for all sin.

• The Veil is Torn: The Gospel accounts describe the heavy veil in the Temple tearing from top to bottom at the moment of Yeshua’s death. This was a Divine “tearing down of the walls,” symbolizing that the physical barriers between humanity and God were removed. Direct access to God’s presence was no longer limited to a specific room or a restricted priestly class.
• A New High Priest: The Letter to the Hebrews provides the definitive explanation for this shift: Yeshua has become the ultimate High Priest. Because He lives forever and is sinless, the Aaronic (human) priesthood is no longer necessary for mediation between God and humanity. We now have a direct line to the Father through the Son.

The Nature of Pagan Temple Worship: A Total Break

The transition away from paganism was straightforward and absolute. Because it was directly contrary to the monotheistic core of the Gospel, there was no room for compromise or “integration.”

• Idolatry is Explicitly Forbidden: The Apostle Paul was unwavering in his condemnation of idolatry. He explicitly commanded Gentile Christians to flee from any connection to pagan rituals, famously stating that one cannot partake of “the table of the Lord and the table of demons” (1 Corinthians 10:21).
• A Fundamental Break: Unlike the Jewish Temple system—which provided the historical and prophetic foundation for the faith—pagan systems had zero theological continuity with the message of Yeshua. For a Gentile, turning to Christ meant a complete and immediate rejection of their former religious identity.

The complex transition for Jewish followers

For the first-generation Messianic believers, the transition away from the Temple system was a nuanced process of moving from the physical “type” to the spiritual “reality.”

• Early Continuity: In the immediate aftermath of Yeshua’s resurrection, Jewish believers did not initially see themselves as starting a “new religion.” They continued to practice their customs, meeting in the Temple courts for prayer and teaching (Acts 2:46). They viewed their faith as the completion of Judaism.
• Paul’s Shifting Perspective: While Paul himself participated in Temple rituals on certain occasions (Acts 21:26), his revelation of the Gospel to the Gentiles created a necessary tension. The Jerusalem Council (Acts 15) was a turning point, formally deciding that Gentile believers were not bound by the Mosaic sacrificial laws, emphasizing that salvation is by grace through faith alone.
• The Fall of the Temple: The destruction of the Second Temple in 70 AD served as the final, historical confirmation of this shift. Without a physical Temple, the sacrificial system became impossible, reinforcing the reality that Yeshua had indeed replaced the old system with a “Temple not made with hands.”

The Modern Distinction: Ekklesia vs. Institution

Most followers of Yeshua today agree that following Him means living under the New Covenant established through His sacrifice, rather than participating in outdated Temple rituals or pagan systems. However, rejecting “the system” does not mean rejecting the community.

While we move away from the “Temple mindset,” the Ekklesia (the gathering of the called-out ones) remains the essential expression of our faith.

• Purpose over Protocol: The ordinances (like the Lord’s Supper and Baptism) and the gatherings of the Ekklesia are not “rituals” to earn favor; they are structured ways for the family of God to come together, encourage one another, and express our shared life in Christ.
• The Living Body: Unlike a physical temple, the Ekklesia is organic. Its “structure” is found in the relationships between its members and their mutual submission to Yeshua as the Head.
• Worship in Spirit and Truth: In this modern context, “church” is no longer a destination we visit, but a people we belong to—carrying the presence of God into every corner of the world.

THEY WANT US TO BELIEVE THAT ALL RELIGIONS SERVE THE SAME GOD.

IDOLATRY COMES IN MANY FORMS – DO YOU WORSHIP IDOLS?

WITH ALL DUE RESPECT, ACCORDING TO WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES – CATHOLICISM IS JUST ANOTHER RELIGION – NOT THE EKKLESIA

Personal Reflection: From Tradition to Truth

I was born and raised Catholic. I attended St. Rose Parish in Chelsea, Massachusetts, and attended the parish school. I also served as an altar boy for this parish.

My family left the Catholic religion after my grandmother passed away from a heart attack. The parish priest informed us that she was not going to heaven because she had not completed all of the sacraments and did not attend Mass regularly. He told us that she was going to Purgatory, and that we needed to pray the Rosary and have Masses dedicated to her in order for her to eventually make it to heaven.

My mother challenged this priest and asked where Purgatory was found in the Bible. He stated that it was not in the Bible, but was found in the Catechism, which was given to us by the Church Fathers and Popes. My mother pointed out that the Bible clearly states we should not add anything to or take anything away from the Word of God. We left the Catholic religion that day and never looked back.

The Institutionalization of Faith

The Roman Catholic Church is the largest religion in the world today, with approximately 1.3 billion members worldwide as of 2019. This institution began to take its modern form around 314 AD, when the Roman Emperor Constantine declared Christianity to be the official religion of Rome.

The problem arose when the institution did not fully abandon the religious doctrines adopted from the pagan nations Rome had conquered. Instead, they integrated Christian doctrines into existing pagan structures, creating a hybrid system. Because Catholic doctrine is not based on the Holy Scriptures alone, it has become a religion dominated by the man-made traditions of men.

Purpose of this Video is to Encourage you to understand the Doctrinal position of the Church instead of practicing dangerous ignorance in blind faith!

• The video aims to present the official doctrines of the Catholic Church alongside what the Bible says on those topics.
• Invites viewers, especially Catholics, to evaluate doctrines against Scripture and let the Word of Elohim have the final say.
• Encourages openness to challenge and reconsider traditional beliefs based on biblical authority.

The Claims of Roman Catholicism

• There are approximately 1.1 billion Roman Catholics worldwide, surpassing all other Christian denominations combined, as well as Buddhists and Hindus.
• The Catholic Church claims its history traces back to Yahshua (Jesus) the Messiah and the Apostles.
• Over centuries, it developed a complex theology and a hierarchical structure led by the papacy, considered the oldest continuing absolute monarchy.
• Roman Catholicism differs from other Christian groups in several key beliefs:
  • The role and authority of sacraments
  • The equal authority of Bible and tradition
  • The importance of Virgin Mary and the Saints
  • The role and supremacy of the Pope
• The word “Catholic” derives from Greek catholicos, meaning universal.
• Catholicism views itself as the true representative of Christ on earth, but the speaker calls it a “Mystery Babylonian religion” disguised as Christian worship, a claim that requires understanding their doctrines.

The Four Pillars of Catholic Doctrine

• Catholic doctrine stands on four main pillars:
  1. Church Tradition
  2. Church Hierarchy
  3. Veneration and worship of images (e.g., crosses, rosaries)
  4. Salvation by works
• Tradition is held as equal or superior to Scripture in practice.
• Catholics believe works contribute to salvation, contrasting with biblical Christian teaching that salvation comes only through the Son of Elohim (Jesus), not works.
• The Catholic Church openly publishes its doctrines via the Catechism of the Catholic Church (latest major edition published in 1992/1994).
• The speaker encourages viewers to obtain and study this catechism to understand Catholic doctrine directly.

Catechism as the Authoritative Catholic Document

• The Catechism is an official summary of Catholic beliefs, structured as questions and answers for instruction.
• It was approved and declared a sure norm for teaching the faith by Pope John Paul II in 1992 and remains authoritative under subsequent popes.
• The speaker highlights the importance of comparing these teachings with Scripture to discern truth.

Biblical Warnings Against False Doctrine and Traditions

• The video cites key biblical passages warning against doctrines and philosophies of men that contradict Scripture:
  • Romans 16:17 – Avoid those who cause division and teach contrary to sound biblical doctrine.
  • Colossians 2:8 – Beware of deceit based on human traditions and worldly principles rather than Christ.
• These verses form the basis for critiquing Catholic doctrines that elevate tradition and church authority above the Bible.

Catholic Catechism Introduction and Authority

• The Catechism begins with a six-and-a-half-page introduction by Pope John Paul II, emphasizing its official status.
• The Pope states it is based on Sacred Scripture, Apostolic Tradition, and the Magisterium (teaching authority of the church).
• This document is presented as binding and normative for teaching Catholic faith.

Tradition Equal to Scripture: A Core Catholic Belief

• Catechism 80 & 82 state:
  • Sacred tradition and Scripture are bound together and must be equally accepted and revered.
  • The Church does not derive certainty about revealed truths from Scripture alone but from Scripture plus Tradition.
• The speaker strongly rejects this, citing biblical passages that prioritize Scripture alone (Sola Scriptura):
  • Psalm 118:8 – Trust in Yahweh rather than man.
  • John 17:17 – Sanctification by truth, which is God’s Word.
• Placing tradition on par with or above Scripture is judged as against biblical teaching.

Exclusive Interpretation of Scripture by the Magisterium

• The Catechism (80, 100) teaches that authentic interpretation of Scripture is reserved solely for the Pope and bishops (the Magisterium).
• This restricts ordinary believers from interpreting Scripture independently.
• The speaker challenges this with biblical references:
  • 1 Timothy 4:13 – Everyone should attend to reading and teaching.
  • 2 Peter 1:20 – No prophecy of Scripture is of private interpretation.
• The speaker clarifies that the Holy Spirit guides all believers in understanding Scripture, and no human has exclusive authority.

Catholic Doctrine on Mary

• Mary is taught to be:
  • Sinless (Immaculate Conception)
  • Perpetual virgin
  • Mother of God
  • Queen of Heaven
  • Co-redeemer with Christ
• Catechism 491 and 966 affirm Mary’s sinlessness and bodily assumption into heaven.
• The speaker argues these claims contradict Scripture that states all have sinned (Romans 3:10-12, 23).
• The title “Queen of Heaven” is linked biblically with paganism and condemned in Jeremiah 7:18 and elsewhere.
• The speaker calls this a clear syncretism with Babylonian paganism and warns that many Catholics may be unaware of these teachings.

Catholic Inclusivity of Non-Christian Religions in Salvation

• Catechism 841 states that the plan of salvation includes Muslims who acknowledge the Creator and hold Abrahamic faith.
• The speaker condemns this as heretical and blasphemous, since Muslims deny Yahshua’s deity and Messiahship.
• Cites John 14:6 and James 2:19 to emphasize that salvation is only through belief in Yahshua, not mere acknowledgment of God.

Doctrine of Papal Supremacy

• Catechism 882 claims the Pope is the visible source and foundation of unity for the Church, with full, supreme, and universal power.
• The Pope is regarded as the Vicar of Christ, acting as Christ’s substitute on earth.
• The speaker calls this blasphemous, stating that Scripture gives no such authority to any man and that Yahshua alone is head of the Church (Colossians 1:18).
• The Catholic interpretation of Peter as the “rock” of the church is disputed; the speaker insists Yahshua is the rock, not Peter.

Infant Baptism and Salvation

• Catholic doctrine teaches infant baptism removes original sin and grants new birth (Catechism 1250).
• The speaker denies this scripturally, stating:
  • No Scripture supports infant baptism.
  • Salvation requires personal belief and decision, which infants cannot make.
  • Infants baptized do not automatically have the Holy Spirit or salvation.
• Advises that those baptized as infants should be re-baptized upon personal faith.

Confession of Sins to a Priest

• Catholicism mandates confessing sins to a priest for reconciliation with God (Catechism 1493).
• The speaker refutes this, citing:
  • No biblical basis for confessing sins to anyone but God and Yahshua.
  • 1 John 1:9 promises forgiveness upon confessing to God.
  • 1 Timothy 2:5 states there is only one mediator—Messiah Yahshua.
  • Calling priests “father” contradicts Matthew 23:9, which forbids calling anyone on earth “father” in a spiritual sense.

Final Conclusions and Call to Action

• The speaker emphasizes that much of Roman Catholic doctrine contradicts Scripture and places church tradition above God’s Word.
• Warns that this should be alarming to believers and encourages verification of this information through direct study of the Catechism and Scripture.
• Affirms that loving Jesus is not sufficient without living by His Word in truth and spirit.
• Urges viewers to seek a personal relationship with the Father through Yahshua, free from religious intermediaries and traditions that distort the gospel.
• Encourages readers to reject “churchianity” and idols, and prepare for Yahshua’s return.
• Ends with a call to share the information and follow the channel for continued teaching.

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Key Insights

Topic	Catholic Doctrine	Biblical Critique / Speaker’s Position
Authority	Scripture + Tradition = equal authority	Scripture alone is supreme; traditions can deceive
Interpretation of Scripture	Reserved for Pope and bishops (Magisterium)	All believers guided by Holy Spirit; no exclusive right
Mary	Sinless, perpetual virgin, co-redeemer, Queen of Heaven	All humans sin; titles linked to paganism, unbiblical
Salvation	Includes works, infant baptism, inclusion of Muslims	Salvation only through personal faith in Yahshua
Papal Supremacy	Pope is Vicar of Christ with supreme authority	Only Yahshua is head of the Church; papal claims are blasphemous
Confession	Must confess sins to priest	Confess directly to God through Yahshua only

Summary

This video provides a detailed critique of Roman Catholic doctrine based on a direct comparison with biblical texts. It highlights fundamental differences in authority, the role of tradition, interpretation of Scripture, doctrines about Mary, salvation, the papacy, infant baptism, and confession practices. The speaker argues that many Catholic teachings are not only unbiblical but also dangerous deceptions that elevate human authority and tradition above the Word of Elohim. The core message encourages believers to seek a personal, Scripture-based faith in Yahshua Messiah, free from intermediaries and unscriptural traditions, and to prepare faithfully for His return.

DO YOU KNOW THE DEEPER DOCTRINES OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH? MOST CATHOLICS DO NOT KNOW THE DETAILS OF WHAT THEY ARE A PART OF!

Their choice was to depart from the Word of God
Their doctrine is not based solely on the Scriptures of the Bible. Instead, their doctrine is established by the traditions of men found in the Catechism. They incorporate various worldly philosophies and pagan religious beliefs to solidify their doctrinal position, creating a system that relies on human authority rather than Divine revelation.

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