Paul wrote the following in Philippians 3:3-8: I had confidence my flesh. I was circumcised the eighth day; I am of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews; as touching the law, a Pharisee; concerning zeal, persecuting the church; touching the righteousness, which is in the law, blameless. But what things were gained to me, THOSE I COUNTED LOSS FOR Christ.
“I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus.”
Matthew 7:21, “Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?”
All the above were gifts of the Holy Spirit, giving the sense of God’s inspired and authoritative teachings and services rendered to their cause.
Verse 23, Yet Jesus will “profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me ye that work iniquity.”
Yes, you have acknowledged my authority; you professed my name, cast out devils, and accomplished miracles, yet you shall not enter my kingdom.”
The question, “Why not?” 2 Timothy 4:3, “For the time (has) come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; --- and shall turn unto fables.”
Mark 8:38, Jesus said, “Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words (Christ’s testimony) in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.”
Many who call themselves Christian are neither hot nor cold but have chosen to remain lukewarm.
2 Timothy 1:12, Paul writes, “For I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day,”
Jesus will tear away the veil from all hypercritical intentions, telling them, “We never had a relationship because I never sent you.” The last words they will hear, “Depart from me.” Words coming from the lips of the Lord to a people who claim to have been intimate with him.
Matthew 25:41, “Then shall He say also unto them on the left hand, depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels.”
Luke 13:26-27, “We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets. But He shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are depart from me.”
Some imagine their works sufficient to bring them into the kingdom of God, but it’s a staged show, a display staged for an audience. Compliments and flattery mouthed for favors returned to the sender with more flattery and expressions of esteem. Yet these flatteries and favors are never paid as honest services; therefore, what account can they be for Christ Jesus?
Matthew 21:30, A certain man “Came to the second (son) and said likewise,” go work in my vineyard. “And he answered and said, I go, sir: and went not.”
“I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus.”
Matthew 7:21, “Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?”
All the above were gifts of the Holy Spirit, giving the sense of God’s inspired and authoritative teachings and services rendered to their cause.
Verse 23, Yet Jesus will “profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me ye that work iniquity.”
Yes, you have acknowledged my authority; you professed my name, cast out devils, and accomplished miracles, yet you shall not enter my kingdom.”
The question, “Why not?” 2 Timothy 4:3, “For the time (has) come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; --- and shall turn unto fables.”
Mark 8:38, Jesus said, “Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words (Christ’s testimony) in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.”
Many who call themselves Christian are neither hot nor cold but have chosen to remain lukewarm.
2 Timothy 1:12, Paul writes, “For I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day,”
Jesus will tear away the veil from all hypercritical intentions, telling them, “We never had a relationship because I never sent you.” The last words they will hear, “Depart from me.” Words coming from the lips of the Lord to a people who claim to have been intimate with him.
Matthew 25:41, “Then shall He say also unto them on the left hand, depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels.”
Luke 13:26-27, “We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets. But He shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are depart from me.”
Some imagine their works sufficient to bring them into the kingdom of God, but it’s a staged show, a display staged for an audience. Compliments and flattery mouthed for favors returned to the sender with more flattery and expressions of esteem. Yet these flatteries and favors are never paid as honest services; therefore, what account can they be for Christ Jesus?
Matthew 21:30, A certain man “Came to the second (son) and said likewise,” go work in my vineyard. “And he answered and said, I go, sir: and went not.”
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