Thank you for your kind words John. Sounds like you could write a book as well with your life experiences. Glad you enjoyed the series, not too many are awake to the truth these days. God bless
Thank you for such an honest account. I had many, many similar things happen too + similar worldly beliefs which had to go. It’s been a very intense period of true spiritual growth and education. X
I am new here and just want to say thanks. I am constantly amazed at how, what and why God does certain things in His timing. What a blessing it has been to find you and those who are on this site.
Very candid, thank you. We should all do such an honest inventory and return to prayer. Election by grace alone is the only way the Truth holds together yet it deeply offends many. I am interested in the elusive nature of this truth and how so many will kick against it, almost angrily...or have many variations. Interestingly, almost no church can hold this doctrine, it appears in specific writers or preachers over time only very rarely. Yet the Bible is clear. Its a very private truth. It also takes courage to say so.
Thank you for your kind words Laura. Yes the truth will always offend people, because election is about the sovereignty of God. Even in Jesus' day people hated election, like when He told the Pharisees their father was actually the devil.
So, when people are super convinced that Christ died for "All" and people are making a decision (which I do not think is supported by scripture), is this the very "counterfeit spirit" or is it such a mystery that many fall into this error. I can't get away from Jesus' own words that of his sheep he has lost none. I do not think that is only about his immediate disciples. Also, it is terrifying to think our salvation is in our hands. We would all lose it.
I've said this myself, that if we could lose our salvation -- we would. Yes, Jesus won't lose any sheep because He can't. He is God, and it is the Father's will that Christ lose nothing, meaning He will not lose anyone that comes to Him. But to come to Christ you must be drawn, granted and taught by the Father (John 6), that is why the Trinitarian view of the gospel refutes Arminianism and Synergism easily.
I agree. It is also the only way to have compassion for all. We do not know who the Father will draw, therefore, cannot condemn. And as we become wiser, our own testimonies of being humbled and constantly learning is not so much about failing, but finding how much we are loved in a deeply personal way. Our lives are then an example but God saves on his own time. It is the only way of true compassion. And the only way to not be proud.
Love the audio format! I could listen to this weekly & benefit from the humbleness & encouragement, friend. My favorite verse is "Be still and know that I am God" and I repeat it often when anxiety hits me. I, too, can count a minimum of 8 times God has saved/protected me and once I stopped to realize that, it was quite humbling, & awakening to realize God was weaving His Divine plan. Through much sickness, addiction problems causing us to take full, permanant custody of 3 young grands in my 50's, forced to leave high paying career due to illness, it all brought me to about 20 years of pain, sickness, depression & isolation from just about everyone except absolute necessities being on oxygen. I lost it all, my house, my savings, my car, even my jewelry trying to make it & do things the way I thought were necessary. Thankfully my parents provided me with a home for us to live. God decided to completely break me because, even through all that, I still wasn't fully yielded to His will and He brought me down! He brought me personally near death - sick in Jan.2022 then tragically lost my oldest grandson that I raised (he was 28) in July, 2022. It was only then that I was fully redeemed back to Him & in a way that's infinitely better than before. You were talking about praying, and I totally agree, but one thing I do all day long, whatever comes up, is conversate with Him because He's right beside us all the way. I feel His presence with me always and have gladly realized the most joyful communication with Jesus is really very close to "person to person." I'm not trying to be irreverent but this is really how much He intricately wants to be involved in your daily life & activities. This has made a huge difference with my walk, so I pray it blesses someone out there. Thank you for you testimony & all that you've done helping me this year. Side note: I really can't imagine this broad that pulled that fast one on You, of all people!! Had to be divine intervention!! Lol
I purposely held off from reading your testimony of the work the Lord Jesus Christ is doing in your life. I had already joined your subscription because the Lord answered my prayers and led me to you. I think I’m up to about two dozen of your very long podcasts. It all started because I answered a Bible question inaccurately and you took that moment to reeducate me. I answered with a worldly view. Praise God! Thank you. May God continue to bless and inspire all your endeavors to help others come to the realization that the world is a better place when follow Lord Jesus.
In the famous words of Christ to the rich young ruler, nobody is good but God alone. But thank you for your kindness and I'm glad you enjoyed reading my story.
Thank you for sharing your testimony. I'm curious to understand your personal experience with repentance and being born again. Was there a time when you were convicted of your own personal brokenness and inability to be ever good enough, where Jesus' payment to redeem you from the penalty of your own sin became your only hope?
I've just found that in my own life it wasn't until I knew I was utterly impotent to earn God's favor that true faith took root.
There was definitely a few moments, and a practice of life is to hold the knowledge of the cross close to our heart so that when we succeed at anything we remain humble, and when we despair we remain hopeful.
Hi Tudor,
Thanks for sharing that. Many similar themes in my life, as the world is just rigged that way. I luckily
hooked into the Aviation Business out of college, but it has been a rock and roll life all over the world.
I won't go into the details, but I've been to the fire empire and shook Satans hand too.
I think you should take your Revelations series and turn it into a book. It's pretty much written already.
I know books don't have much reward these days, but alot of people like myself still seek them out.
Keep up the good work.
John
Thank you for your kind words John. Sounds like you could write a book as well with your life experiences. Glad you enjoyed the series, not too many are awake to the truth these days. God bless
Thank you for such an honest account. I had many, many similar things happen too + similar worldly beliefs which had to go. It’s been a very intense period of true spiritual growth and education. X
I am new here and just want to say thanks. I am constantly amazed at how, what and why God does certain things in His timing. What a blessing it has been to find you and those who are on this site.
Hey friend, welcome. Happy to make your acquaintance. Enjoy the library as there are lots of great things to explore.
Very candid, thank you. We should all do such an honest inventory and return to prayer. Election by grace alone is the only way the Truth holds together yet it deeply offends many. I am interested in the elusive nature of this truth and how so many will kick against it, almost angrily...or have many variations. Interestingly, almost no church can hold this doctrine, it appears in specific writers or preachers over time only very rarely. Yet the Bible is clear. Its a very private truth. It also takes courage to say so.
Thank you for your kind words Laura. Yes the truth will always offend people, because election is about the sovereignty of God. Even in Jesus' day people hated election, like when He told the Pharisees their father was actually the devil.
So, when people are super convinced that Christ died for "All" and people are making a decision (which I do not think is supported by scripture), is this the very "counterfeit spirit" or is it such a mystery that many fall into this error. I can't get away from Jesus' own words that of his sheep he has lost none. I do not think that is only about his immediate disciples. Also, it is terrifying to think our salvation is in our hands. We would all lose it.
I've said this myself, that if we could lose our salvation -- we would. Yes, Jesus won't lose any sheep because He can't. He is God, and it is the Father's will that Christ lose nothing, meaning He will not lose anyone that comes to Him. But to come to Christ you must be drawn, granted and taught by the Father (John 6), that is why the Trinitarian view of the gospel refutes Arminianism and Synergism easily.
I agree. It is also the only way to have compassion for all. We do not know who the Father will draw, therefore, cannot condemn. And as we become wiser, our own testimonies of being humbled and constantly learning is not so much about failing, but finding how much we are loved in a deeply personal way. Our lives are then an example but God saves on his own time. It is the only way of true compassion. And the only way to not be proud.
Beautiful testimony, brother.
Thank you friend
Love the audio format! I could listen to this weekly & benefit from the humbleness & encouragement, friend. My favorite verse is "Be still and know that I am God" and I repeat it often when anxiety hits me. I, too, can count a minimum of 8 times God has saved/protected me and once I stopped to realize that, it was quite humbling, & awakening to realize God was weaving His Divine plan. Through much sickness, addiction problems causing us to take full, permanant custody of 3 young grands in my 50's, forced to leave high paying career due to illness, it all brought me to about 20 years of pain, sickness, depression & isolation from just about everyone except absolute necessities being on oxygen. I lost it all, my house, my savings, my car, even my jewelry trying to make it & do things the way I thought were necessary. Thankfully my parents provided me with a home for us to live. God decided to completely break me because, even through all that, I still wasn't fully yielded to His will and He brought me down! He brought me personally near death - sick in Jan.2022 then tragically lost my oldest grandson that I raised (he was 28) in July, 2022. It was only then that I was fully redeemed back to Him & in a way that's infinitely better than before. You were talking about praying, and I totally agree, but one thing I do all day long, whatever comes up, is conversate with Him because He's right beside us all the way. I feel His presence with me always and have gladly realized the most joyful communication with Jesus is really very close to "person to person." I'm not trying to be irreverent but this is really how much He intricately wants to be involved in your daily life & activities. This has made a huge difference with my walk, so I pray it blesses someone out there. Thank you for you testimony & all that you've done helping me this year. Side note: I really can't imagine this broad that pulled that fast one on You, of all people!! Had to be divine intervention!! Lol
I purposely held off from reading your testimony of the work the Lord Jesus Christ is doing in your life. I had already joined your subscription because the Lord answered my prayers and led me to you. I think I’m up to about two dozen of your very long podcasts. It all started because I answered a Bible question inaccurately and you took that moment to reeducate me. I answered with a worldly view. Praise God! Thank you. May God continue to bless and inspire all your endeavors to help others come to the realization that the world is a better place when follow Lord Jesus.
Happy to hear that friend! Thank you for your kind words
A truly inspiring account of your journey . God is awesome. Thank you for sharing your life with us Tudor, you are a good man.
In the famous words of Christ to the rich young ruler, nobody is good but God alone. But thank you for your kindness and I'm glad you enjoyed reading my story.
Thank you for sharing your testimony. I'm curious to understand your personal experience with repentance and being born again. Was there a time when you were convicted of your own personal brokenness and inability to be ever good enough, where Jesus' payment to redeem you from the penalty of your own sin became your only hope?
I've just found that in my own life it wasn't until I knew I was utterly impotent to earn God's favor that true faith took root.
There was definitely a few moments, and a practice of life is to hold the knowledge of the cross close to our heart so that when we succeed at anything we remain humble, and when we despair we remain hopeful.