"The wait is over. Epiphany is Christianity's new message for the
world. Introduce this message to the people, and we will guide the
world to global peace."
A stranger came today with a new message for the world. What will you do? Will you follow the messenger and become an apostle? Will you read the message and become a disciple? You may choose to disagree or find reasons to doubt, just as persecutors did over 2000 years ago. Jesus challenged established religions with immutable doctrines that cloud judgment and bind beliefs. Becoming a disciple is impossible if you only accept the status quo. Once again, if you fail to listen and receive the new message, history will repeat itself.
Throughout human existence, countless messages have been lost and forgotten. With the advent of a new message, many, if not all, elements in the old messages are now outdated. The expansion of our beliefs comes from a new message; this is the only way it has ever been done. Jesus advanced our ideas by introducing a message of love and one God. However, messengers are often persecuted and tortured for delivering a new message to the world. Yet, there is still more to come. Hatred and death are constant companions. For all their noble intentions, valiant efforts, and good deeds, the apostles were the most hated men on this planet. They suffered brutal deaths and were executed for advocating a message of peace.
The story of Jesus is a lesson to be learned, a test of our character and the roles we play in life. How would you treat Jesus if he brought a new message to the world today?
A stranger came today with a new message for the world. What will you do? Will you follow the messenger and become an apostle? Will you read the message and become a disciple? You may choose to disagree or find reasons to doubt, just as persecutors did over 2000 years ago. Jesus challenged established religions with immutable doctrines that cloud judgment and bind beliefs. Becoming a disciple is impossible if you only accept the status quo. Once again, if you fail to listen and receive the new message, history will repeat itself.
Throughout human existence, countless messages have been lost and forgotten. With the advent of a new message, many, if not all, elements in the old messages are now outdated. The expansion of our beliefs comes from a new message; this is the only way it has ever been done. Jesus advanced our ideas by introducing a message of love and one God. However, messengers are often persecuted and tortured for delivering a new message to the world. Yet, there is still more to come. Hatred and death are constant companions. For all their noble intentions, valiant efforts, and good deeds, the apostles were the most hated men on this planet. They suffered brutal deaths and were executed for advocating a message of peace.
The story of Jesus is a lesson to be learned, a test of our character and the roles we play in life. How would you treat Jesus if he brought a new message to the world today?
- Apostle
- Disciple
- Persecutor
- Executioner
Today, there is a new message, an update for all Christians. Read
the message;
it reveals who you are. How you receive this message is how you
receive Jesus. If you are a faithful Christian, it is your duty to
strive to make a positive impact on the world and promote global
peace. Become an ambassador for peace by following the
Instructions for World Peace
and sharing the new message with the world. Today,
Christianity is reborn.
THE MESSIAH CAME TODAY
Christians are followers of Jesus and the Holy Bible. Those who are passionate about their faith often struggle to consider different perspectives. They build barriers to block new ideas, refuse to accept change, and will not be manipulated. However, the story of Jesus is both a lesson and a test of character. You were taught to be tolerant and to give consideration that was not given to Jesus and his apostles. The new message complements your faith. Embrace the new message. Understand the new message and its implications for our future.
The Construct
Over 2000 years ago, a young teenage girl gave birth to a child in the city of Bethlehem. She names her son Jesus. Jesus grew up in Galilee and became a preacher, teaching a message of love and one God.
It began as a discussion between Jesus and the Pharisees. These discussions evolved into debates fueled by the Pharisees' obsession with their man-made rules and strict adherence to the law, elevating the letter of the law above the spirit of the law. Further contention arose as Jesus sought out sinners, whereas the Pharisees denounced them.
Herod Antipas' fear of Jesus as John the Baptist reincarnated and other controversies arose. Opposition to Jesus intensifies and begins to grow. Fueled by their convictions, hostility brews among the masses, leading the populace to turn against Jesus. The Roman authorities, the self-righteous rule-followers, and established religions despised Jesus and his teachings.
When the apostles come to town, the people are content with their own beliefs. Now, their beliefs are being questioned by a foreign ideology. Solid and steadfast in their faith, the townsmen are not impressed. They are unyielding and stay true to their convictions. Fearful and annoyed, they pursue the apostles and hunt them down.
Devotion to one's religion is the most compelling reason why people instinctively react negatively to a new message. We protect the integrity of our beliefs. If the foundation of our convictions is shaken to its core, we lose everything that defines who we are. Without direction, we become vulnerable and lost.
Once peaceful and calm, the townspeople are now filled with angry and enraged. Their religion is under assault, and the status quo is at risk. Offended by the disturbing messages, they condemn their teachings and crucify Jesus along with the apostles.
The Messengers
This is how people reward messengers who appear in their lifetimes:
WHAT ABOUT THE BIBLE?
THE MESSIAH CAME TODAY
Christians are followers of Jesus and the Holy Bible. Those who are passionate about their faith often struggle to consider different perspectives. They build barriers to block new ideas, refuse to accept change, and will not be manipulated. However, the story of Jesus is both a lesson and a test of character. You were taught to be tolerant and to give consideration that was not given to Jesus and his apostles. The new message complements your faith. Embrace the new message. Understand the new message and its implications for our future.
The Construct
Over 2000 years ago, a young teenage girl gave birth to a child in the city of Bethlehem. She names her son Jesus. Jesus grew up in Galilee and became a preacher, teaching a message of love and one God.
It began as a discussion between Jesus and the Pharisees. These discussions evolved into debates fueled by the Pharisees' obsession with their man-made rules and strict adherence to the law, elevating the letter of the law above the spirit of the law. Further contention arose as Jesus sought out sinners, whereas the Pharisees denounced them.
Herod Antipas' fear of Jesus as John the Baptist reincarnated and other controversies arose. Opposition to Jesus intensifies and begins to grow. Fueled by their convictions, hostility brews among the masses, leading the populace to turn against Jesus. The Roman authorities, the self-righteous rule-followers, and established religions despised Jesus and his teachings.
When the apostles come to town, the people are content with their own beliefs. Now, their beliefs are being questioned by a foreign ideology. Solid and steadfast in their faith, the townsmen are not impressed. They are unyielding and stay true to their convictions. Fearful and annoyed, they pursue the apostles and hunt them down.
Devotion to one's religion is the most compelling reason why people instinctively react negatively to a new message. We protect the integrity of our beliefs. If the foundation of our convictions is shaken to its core, we lose everything that defines who we are. Without direction, we become vulnerable and lost.
Once peaceful and calm, the townspeople are now filled with angry and enraged. Their religion is under assault, and the status quo is at risk. Offended by the disturbing messages, they condemn their teachings and crucify Jesus along with the apostles.
The Messengers
This is how people reward messengers who appear in their lifetimes:
- Jesus - Crucified on Golgotha (place of skulls) outside the city of Jerusalem
- Andrew, brother of Peter - Whipped and then crucified on an x-shaped cross, spread-eagle at Patrae in Achaia.
- Bartholomew, Aka Nathanael - Beaten, skinned alive, and then crucified upside down in India.
- James, son of Alphaeus (James the Minor) - Thrown from the pinnacle of the Temple, stoned, and beaten with a fuller's club until his brains burst out
- James, son of Zebedee (James the Great) - Beheaded by King Herod near Palestine
- John, son of Zebedee, brother of James - Boiled in oil and then exiled, died of old age.
- Judas Iscariot - Suicide by hanging
- Matthew/Levi - Speared, chopped to death, and beheaded in Nadabah, Ethiopia, with a halberd.
- Philip - Impaled by iron hooks, hung upside down, and stoned to death.
- Simon/Peter, brother of Andrew - Crucified upside down in Rome.
- Simon the Zealot - Crucified in Edessa, Mesopotamia
- Thaddaeus/Judas, brother of James Alphaeus - Axed to death in Edessa
- Thomas/Didymus - Speared to death in Calamine, India
- Matthias, appointed to replace Judas Iscariot, was stoned and then beheaded.
- Paul/Saul - Beheaded in Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero 68 A.D.
- Barnabas/Joseph - Stoned to death, 61 A.D. in Salamis, Cyprus
The list continues.
The apostles pursued their faith, determined to be heard despite unwelcoming crowds and hostile authorities. Jesus and his apostles were reviled and loathed by their contemporaries and despised wherever they went. As a result of their attempts to spread their new doctrine throughout the lands, all of them were executed except for John, who was boiled in oil and subsequently exiled. They all died the most hated men on earth.
People refuse to listen. Their self-worth is intricately entwined with their religion, making it impossible to sway them. There are no distinctions between who they are and their beliefs; any effort to change their views is interpreted as an attempt to diminish their essence. This anxiety impacts people from all walks of life, cultures, and beliefs. They fiercely defend their principles to the peril of anyone perceived as an agent of change.
As our knowledge grows, we develop tools to better understand the true nature of our existence. However, messages help to explain our presence beyond technology. There are more messages to come, and a messenger may appear in your lifetime.
Messengers are born—there have been messengers throughout history—you know a genuine messenger by their message. Set aside any preconceived notions and listen to the message to determine whether it resonates truth.
What Did You Do?
Did you:
If you choose to listen, you may like what you hear and discover a unique message you've never heard before. So, naturally, your initial instinct is to question whether the new message is compatible with your beliefs and if you can incorporate these new ideas into your faith.
Now, it is up to you to decide whether to persecute or not. You can become an antagonist, actively preventing the new message from being heard. Alternatively, you can become an advocate and share the new message with the world, following in the footsteps of the apostles.
The path of least resistance is to disregard the new message and the messenger since you are already affiliated with a well-established religion. It is challenging to resist the anticipated pressures of family and friends, community, and culture if they believe you are abandoning your beliefs or betraying your convictions. You cannot support the new message. Your faith influences your response, so always remember the Golden Rule. The connection between your faith and the new message allows you to expand your vision while remaining loyal to your beliefs. If you believe the bond between your faith and the new message is a step forward, you are an advocate.
The New Message
Now that we've come full circle, it is time for us to take the stage. The story has been written, and the cast is set. Let strength choose the role you play, and proceed with a clear mind. Rise above your expectations and be amazed by the outcome. As the story unfolds, your true character is revealed. History often repeats itself. Study history to see who you will become and define your destiny. Today is your turn to make a decision.
People who seek clarity, a rational reality, and a defined purpose for their existence look for the right message. The forward-thinking and those perplexed by today's insanity are not afraid to question established beliefs and uncompromising doctrines and seek out new messages. The lost and abandoned, forgotten by the world's madness, long to embrace the new message.
The world can be a daunting place to navigate without a solid foundation for understanding life. Therefore, we take comfort in our beliefs. We believe our religion provides the answers to define a world that is otherwise too chaotic to comprehend. However, we must learn to welcome the new truths we uncover in future generations. We will continue to grow, evolve, and gain knowledge.
It takes courage to defeat your fears, strength to challenge the status quo, and vision to see from someone else's perspective. Never be so bold as to ignore ideas that are not your own. Become an advocate if you wish to guide this planet in a new direction and give the world a fresh perspective. Cultivate the message and highlight its virtues. Always seek the truth, pursue wisdom, and receive knowledge.
WHAT ABOUT JESUS?
On a beautiful spring afternoon, we stood outside the church's massive arched doors. After reading Epiphany, the pastor looked at me and asked, "What about Jesus?" I saw reverence in his eyes as he extolled the virtues of this new message. He stood still, lost for words, speechless and silent, as he was stunned by the preeminence of Epiphany.
Christianity is reborn. You agree with the new message and believe in it. You see tenets you believe to be true. You see this message as the next step that broadens your horizons. You were told there would come a day when a glorious event would change the world as we know it. Today is that day. The rebirth of Christianity begins with a new message that offers a new vision, a message for this generation that takes us into the future.
Now that the new message has arrived, many Christians wonder, "What about Jesus?" The concept of "love and one God," preached by Jesus, is the precursor to today's message, "Our creator and World Peace." This is the natural progression of Jesus' message.
We have always emphasized the past, recounting events that are hundreds or even thousands of years old. The tradition of relying on the past deserves a reprieve. Let us look forward to a new future; a new destiny awaits us. This is Christianity's new message to the world.
The apostles pursued their faith, determined to be heard despite unwelcoming crowds and hostile authorities. Jesus and his apostles were reviled and loathed by their contemporaries and despised wherever they went. As a result of their attempts to spread their new doctrine throughout the lands, all of them were executed except for John, who was boiled in oil and subsequently exiled. They all died the most hated men on earth.
People refuse to listen. Their self-worth is intricately entwined with their religion, making it impossible to sway them. There are no distinctions between who they are and their beliefs; any effort to change their views is interpreted as an attempt to diminish their essence. This anxiety impacts people from all walks of life, cultures, and beliefs. They fiercely defend their principles to the peril of anyone perceived as an agent of change.
As our knowledge grows, we develop tools to better understand the true nature of our existence. However, messages help to explain our presence beyond technology. There are more messages to come, and a messenger may appear in your lifetime.
Messengers are born—there have been messengers throughout history—you know a genuine messenger by their message. Set aside any preconceived notions and listen to the message to determine whether it resonates truth.
What Did You Do?
Did you:
- Listen
- Not listen
If you choose to listen, you may like what you hear and discover a unique message you've never heard before. So, naturally, your initial instinct is to question whether the new message is compatible with your beliefs and if you can incorporate these new ideas into your faith.
Now, it is up to you to decide whether to persecute or not. You can become an antagonist, actively preventing the new message from being heard. Alternatively, you can become an advocate and share the new message with the world, following in the footsteps of the apostles.
The path of least resistance is to disregard the new message and the messenger since you are already affiliated with a well-established religion. It is challenging to resist the anticipated pressures of family and friends, community, and culture if they believe you are abandoning your beliefs or betraying your convictions. You cannot support the new message. Your faith influences your response, so always remember the Golden Rule. The connection between your faith and the new message allows you to expand your vision while remaining loyal to your beliefs. If you believe the bond between your faith and the new message is a step forward, you are an advocate.
The New Message
Now that we've come full circle, it is time for us to take the stage. The story has been written, and the cast is set. Let strength choose the role you play, and proceed with a clear mind. Rise above your expectations and be amazed by the outcome. As the story unfolds, your true character is revealed. History often repeats itself. Study history to see who you will become and define your destiny. Today is your turn to make a decision.
People who seek clarity, a rational reality, and a defined purpose for their existence look for the right message. The forward-thinking and those perplexed by today's insanity are not afraid to question established beliefs and uncompromising doctrines and seek out new messages. The lost and abandoned, forgotten by the world's madness, long to embrace the new message.
The world can be a daunting place to navigate without a solid foundation for understanding life. Therefore, we take comfort in our beliefs. We believe our religion provides the answers to define a world that is otherwise too chaotic to comprehend. However, we must learn to welcome the new truths we uncover in future generations. We will continue to grow, evolve, and gain knowledge.
It takes courage to defeat your fears, strength to challenge the status quo, and vision to see from someone else's perspective. Never be so bold as to ignore ideas that are not your own. Become an advocate if you wish to guide this planet in a new direction and give the world a fresh perspective. Cultivate the message and highlight its virtues. Always seek the truth, pursue wisdom, and receive knowledge.
WHAT ABOUT JESUS?
On a beautiful spring afternoon, we stood outside the church's massive arched doors. After reading Epiphany, the pastor looked at me and asked, "What about Jesus?" I saw reverence in his eyes as he extolled the virtues of this new message. He stood still, lost for words, speechless and silent, as he was stunned by the preeminence of Epiphany.
Christianity is reborn. You agree with the new message and believe in it. You see tenets you believe to be true. You see this message as the next step that broadens your horizons. You were told there would come a day when a glorious event would change the world as we know it. Today is that day. The rebirth of Christianity begins with a new message that offers a new vision, a message for this generation that takes us into the future.
Now that the new message has arrived, many Christians wonder, "What about Jesus?" The concept of "love and one God," preached by Jesus, is the precursor to today's message, "Our creator and World Peace." This is the natural progression of Jesus' message.
We have always emphasized the past, recounting events that are hundreds or even thousands of years old. The tradition of relying on the past deserves a reprieve. Let us look forward to a new future; a new destiny awaits us. This is Christianity's new message to the world.
Today, the wait is finally over. There is a new message for the
world. As we inevitably leave our past behind, we move forward
into a world that lives in peace. We lead the world into a new
era. Many Christians will continue to practice their faith with
a renewed awareness, while others adopt the new message into
their beliefs and focus on preparing the world for a brighter
future. Choose the path you will travel to reach your
destination.
WHAT ABOUT THE BIBLE?
A few days after I mailed the new message to the
minister, he called and spoke highly of Epiphany.
Captivated by its beauty, he expressed solemn adulation
and admiration for the perspicacity of the new message,
and then he asked, "What about the Bible?"
What words did Jesus write, and what books did the apostles read?
What words did Jesus write, and what books did the apostles read?
Jesus died in 31 A.D. In 397 A.D., the Carthaginian Synod
in North Africa assembled the Canonical Scriptures. Books
and chapters are accredited to prophets, apostles, sages,
and storytellers. They constitute the most essential and
diverse collection of Christian writings. The Old Testament,
also known as the Hebrew Scriptures, was compiled from
stories told orally in the Middle East, dating back
thousands of years. The original 39 volumes of the Old
Testament were written in Hebrew. In comparison, between 50
and 120 CE, the 27 original volumes that form the New
Testament were written in Greek by the architects of Greek
mythology.
"How many people knew how to read and write in 750 BCE?"
Epiphany, the inevitable ascension of all messages, both written and oral, reveals the true purpose of our destiny by painting a refined picture of our creation and our journey. All is laid bare as we discover the truth. Embrace your destiny as we leave countless steps behind and embark on a new path. Look at what lay before us and carry what you have learned into the future.
"As prophesied, the answer to our questions is delivered. Epiphany is the message we have been waiting for."
NEXT: #Epiphany
"How many people knew how to read and write in 750 BCE?"
Epiphany, the inevitable ascension of all messages, both written and oral, reveals the true purpose of our destiny by painting a refined picture of our creation and our journey. All is laid bare as we discover the truth. Embrace your destiny as we leave countless steps behind and embark on a new path. Look at what lay before us and carry what you have learned into the future.
"As prophesied, the answer to our questions is delivered. Epiphany is the message we have been waiting for."
NEXT: #Epiphany