Thank you for the sound advice you share,
i will try hard to be myself without fear,
i lost friends indeed but found three more true
better than shallow ones, i realised the found few.
It might surprise you that it was my own best friend,
in the name of friendship horrendous lies spread
never did it make me guess it was she who betrayed,
ruining my life in the process, my beauteous mate.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Saturday, July 17, 2010
BIBLE TRANSLATIONS
The first thing to know about selecting a Bible is that there is a big difference between Bible version or translation and the format used by publishers.When choosing a Bible you will want to know which translation the Bible uses.God has revealed himself and has asked his people to make that revelation known to others.Translation is transferring the message from one language to another. Translationms are necessary for people who speak a different language other than greek and hebrew.
The Bible was not written in English. Thus it is important to understand the process that God used to get the English Bible to our hands.From the divine author, the process goes downward to the human author,( the writer of the revealed message),who writes the original text of scripture. Then copies are made of the original scripture which is the critical text,and then translated by the translators which ends up in the hands of the modern readers as the English translation.
The question is out of who's mouth did scriptures come? God's or Man? God spoke through Human prophets,that their words were concurrently his and his words were concurrently theirs.
before the printing press was invented, copies of the Bible were written by hand. As you know when you copy a lenghtily letter by hand you make mistakes. The scribes who copied the scriptures occasionally made mistakes too.
However the basis of all modern English translations comes directly from the Greek new testement, the original text whilst its old testement is a direct translation of BHS. these are the standardized critical texts.
the Latin Vulgate was created by the early christian leader Jerome, which was used for more than a thousand years by the church. then came the Wycliff bible which was a word to word translation of the Latin Vulgate rather than a Hebrew translation.
after the reformation of the press, William Tyndale translated the first English text from the original Greek. Tyndale was unable to finish the old testement due to persecution.He was burned at the stake, for his resolute commitment to translate the Bible and his desire to make it available to the common man. Then came the popular bible of Shakespeare, and the puritans.however none of these bible translations were able to satisfy the different factions of England. Thus the KJV authorized Bible was produced.
The goal of the KJV translation was to translate original Hebrew and Greek texts into the language of the ordinary contemporary people. The KJV bible has become one of the most widely used translations of the English speaking world. Since language evolved over time, the KJV has been revised many times. but its is maintained that the most accurate translation of the original Greek and Hebrew text is the KJV version of 1611.
More recent translations , are simplified direct translations of the authorized KJV of 1661. When considering the formality and the functionality of all translations available today, the KJV, NKJV would be formal, while the good news Bible and the Message would be functional. NIV is both moderately formal and functional. One word of warning though!..NIV bible and some other modern translations( check the publisher), printed by Zondervan publishers are not to be trusted as it is they who also publish the satanic bible. Additionally NIV has some major errors. Some important scriptures are purposely left out of the NIV translation. In spite of the many good translations available for us in the market today there is no such a thing as a perfect translation. If you had to choose then the most perfect translation out of the many,that I would recommend,is the Authorized King James Version of 1611, since its is the blueprint used for all other modern translations.
The Bible was not written in English. Thus it is important to understand the process that God used to get the English Bible to our hands.From the divine author, the process goes downward to the human author,( the writer of the revealed message),who writes the original text of scripture. Then copies are made of the original scripture which is the critical text,and then translated by the translators which ends up in the hands of the modern readers as the English translation.
The question is out of who's mouth did scriptures come? God's or Man? God spoke through Human prophets,that their words were concurrently his and his words were concurrently theirs.
before the printing press was invented, copies of the Bible were written by hand. As you know when you copy a lenghtily letter by hand you make mistakes. The scribes who copied the scriptures occasionally made mistakes too.
However the basis of all modern English translations comes directly from the Greek new testement, the original text whilst its old testement is a direct translation of BHS. these are the standardized critical texts.
the Latin Vulgate was created by the early christian leader Jerome, which was used for more than a thousand years by the church. then came the Wycliff bible which was a word to word translation of the Latin Vulgate rather than a Hebrew translation.
after the reformation of the press, William Tyndale translated the first English text from the original Greek. Tyndale was unable to finish the old testement due to persecution.He was burned at the stake, for his resolute commitment to translate the Bible and his desire to make it available to the common man. Then came the popular bible of Shakespeare, and the puritans.however none of these bible translations were able to satisfy the different factions of England. Thus the KJV authorized Bible was produced.
The goal of the KJV translation was to translate original Hebrew and Greek texts into the language of the ordinary contemporary people. The KJV bible has become one of the most widely used translations of the English speaking world. Since language evolved over time, the KJV has been revised many times. but its is maintained that the most accurate translation of the original Greek and Hebrew text is the KJV version of 1611.
More recent translations , are simplified direct translations of the authorized KJV of 1661. When considering the formality and the functionality of all translations available today, the KJV, NKJV would be formal, while the good news Bible and the Message would be functional. NIV is both moderately formal and functional. One word of warning though!..NIV bible and some other modern translations( check the publisher), printed by Zondervan publishers are not to be trusted as it is they who also publish the satanic bible. Additionally NIV has some major errors. Some important scriptures are purposely left out of the NIV translation. In spite of the many good translations available for us in the market today there is no such a thing as a perfect translation. If you had to choose then the most perfect translation out of the many,that I would recommend,is the Authorized King James Version of 1611, since its is the blueprint used for all other modern translations.
Friday, February 12, 2010
HOLY ANGELS ANF EVIL ANGELS
HOLY ANGELS And EVIL DEMONS.
The Origin of Angels.
The lord god has made heavens and all its hosts. Their purpose is to serve the Lord and praise him continually.Angels were created only for this purpose. Angels are a little higher than human beings but under the authority of god. Angels were created when god created the heavens and the earth for his good pleasure.
Characteristics of Angels.
Angels exercise moral judgement. They know what is right and what is wrong. (11 peter 2:4) they are not fleshly but spiritual beings. Angels do not die.(luke 20:34-36). Angels are numbered unlimited. there are millions and millions of angels and demons.
Angels are referred to in different ways
1. sons of god.
2. holy ones
3. ministering spirits
4. a watcher, a holy one
5. rulers authorities dominions
6. powers
* when we speak of spiritual beings we must understand that they are highly organized.
The bible speaks of several different types of angels.These are, cherubim, special angels on whose lips there is continual praise, seraphim, archangel Michael, angelic messenger Gabriel,and the angel that was sent to rebuke prince of Persia.
Angels have specific work that they have been ordained to do.
1. they join with us human beings when we worship.
2. they rejoice over those who repent
3. they bring messages from god to man, they come to minister to men.
4. Angels were created by god to worship and glorify him
Jesus was assisted by Angles at his birth, during his ministry,and at his death (matthew 28:1-2)
and Angels will herald his second coming.
Categories of Angels.
The bible speaks of thrones, of dominions , principalities, powers, authorities, hosts and other heavenly forces. This vast universe of ours is so vast that we know very little of the laws under which it operates. what we do know is that our mighty god is a god of order.
We read much about angelic protection in scripture.Angels bring good tidings, they are sent to protect, and they are sent to minister, to God's people such as the angel who was with Paul in a shipwreck. Then there are angles of God and angles of the Lord. Sometimes there are territorial angels. In the book of revelation shows that churches in different territories such as sardis and Ephesus have Angels addressed over them. Then there are angels of judgement. Then there are Cherubim's and seraphims who are winged creatures. Some other important types of Angels are warrior angels, ministering angels, and angels who are also known as sons of God. Galatians 1:8
Judges 13:19-20
Revelation 2:1,12,18; 3:1,7,14.
Luke 15:10
.
John5:4
Psalm104:4
Acts10:3-4
Acts 27:23-24.
Angels have a important part to play during these end times in bringing gods judgment upon this earth.
It is an angel who will pour out a vial upon rivers and fountains of waters. Angels have a part in heralding crhist's second coming. They will herald the call for Armageddon. Angels in the old testament had a part in bringing the judgment of God upon Jerusalem and the city of Judah.
Evil Demons and Fallen angels.
Revelation12:7-9 says “ and there was war in heaven, Michael and his angels fought against the dragon: and the dragon fought and his angels. And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.and the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the devil, and satan which deceiveth the whole world; he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.
Evil spirts were originally crated good . Lucifer proclaimed “ I will “ five times with arrogance and pride and thus lost his vice regentship in heaven. The cause of Satan's fall was his pride. However god did not destroy his power,wisdom,intelligence,or restrain his activity. He was still powerful in fact the bible says that none of his peers could bring an accusation against him. Satan opposes every child of god.
He is a powerful spiritual force operating in the world today. Satan is a malicious, destructive, belligerent, dominating rebellious force who hates man, and is mans enemy and adversary. Satan is the instigator of disease, pain suffering, and eventually death,
God wants the best for us. God is benevolent, loving patient, and kind
He forces no man, but gives each of us a choice.every living person must choose whom he will serve – God or Satan.
The Origin of Angels.
The lord god has made heavens and all its hosts. Their purpose is to serve the Lord and praise him continually.Angels were created only for this purpose. Angels are a little higher than human beings but under the authority of god. Angels were created when god created the heavens and the earth for his good pleasure.
Characteristics of Angels.
Angels exercise moral judgement. They know what is right and what is wrong. (11 peter 2:4) they are not fleshly but spiritual beings. Angels do not die.(luke 20:34-36). Angels are numbered unlimited. there are millions and millions of angels and demons.
Angels are referred to in different ways
1. sons of god.
2. holy ones
3. ministering spirits
4. a watcher, a holy one
5. rulers authorities dominions
6. powers
* when we speak of spiritual beings we must understand that they are highly organized.
The bible speaks of several different types of angels.These are, cherubim, special angels on whose lips there is continual praise, seraphim, archangel Michael, angelic messenger Gabriel,and the angel that was sent to rebuke prince of Persia.
Angels have specific work that they have been ordained to do.
1. they join with us human beings when we worship.
2. they rejoice over those who repent
3. they bring messages from god to man, they come to minister to men.
4. Angels were created by god to worship and glorify him
Jesus was assisted by Angles at his birth, during his ministry,and at his death (matthew 28:1-2)
and Angels will herald his second coming.
Categories of Angels.
The bible speaks of thrones, of dominions , principalities, powers, authorities, hosts and other heavenly forces. This vast universe of ours is so vast that we know very little of the laws under which it operates. what we do know is that our mighty god is a god of order.
We read much about angelic protection in scripture.Angels bring good tidings, they are sent to protect, and they are sent to minister, to God's people such as the angel who was with Paul in a shipwreck. Then there are angles of God and angles of the Lord. Sometimes there are territorial angels. In the book of revelation shows that churches in different territories such as sardis and Ephesus have Angels addressed over them. Then there are angels of judgement. Then there are Cherubim's and seraphims who are winged creatures. Some other important types of Angels are warrior angels, ministering angels, and angels who are also known as sons of God. Galatians 1:8
Judges 13:19-20
Revelation 2:1,12,18; 3:1,7,14.
Luke 15:10
.
John5:4
Psalm104:4
Acts10:3-4
Acts 27:23-24.
Angels have a important part to play during these end times in bringing gods judgment upon this earth.
It is an angel who will pour out a vial upon rivers and fountains of waters. Angels have a part in heralding crhist's second coming. They will herald the call for Armageddon. Angels in the old testament had a part in bringing the judgment of God upon Jerusalem and the city of Judah.
Evil Demons and Fallen angels.
Revelation12:7-9 says “ and there was war in heaven, Michael and his angels fought against the dragon: and the dragon fought and his angels. And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.and the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the devil, and satan which deceiveth the whole world; he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.
Evil spirts were originally crated good . Lucifer proclaimed “ I will “ five times with arrogance and pride and thus lost his vice regentship in heaven. The cause of Satan's fall was his pride. However god did not destroy his power,wisdom,intelligence,or restrain his activity. He was still powerful in fact the bible says that none of his peers could bring an accusation against him. Satan opposes every child of god.
He is a powerful spiritual force operating in the world today. Satan is a malicious, destructive, belligerent, dominating rebellious force who hates man, and is mans enemy and adversary. Satan is the instigator of disease, pain suffering, and eventually death,
God wants the best for us. God is benevolent, loving patient, and kind
He forces no man, but gives each of us a choice.every living person must choose whom he will serve – God or Satan.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Golden Nuggets
You must never regret who you are, only what you have become.
give for the joy of giving.
never criticise, condemn, or complain.
Avoid arguements like a plague. no one can ever win an arguement. do not judge people for you will be judged in the same manner.
Never compare. always remember there are people better than you and worse than you.
Deception blinds us.but honesty and purity opens our eyes to see god and truth as it is.
deception will eveintually betray, but honesty is its own defense.
"but i tell you, that men will have to give account on the day of judgement for every careless word they have spoken, for by your words you will be aquitted and by your words you will be condemend"- matt.12.33 ff
dont be afriad to stand out from the crowd if you know you are right.
be sincere, be nice. even to those who are rude to you.
dont give in to peer pressure. stand up for something or you will fall for anything.
at times there is more dignity in marching alone.
expect nothing in return
even if you are exhilaratingly happy, or down in the dumps.. a friend is a person who knows you and loves you just the same.
a snow goose need not bathe to make it self white. niether need you do anything but be yourself.
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Wednesday, September 24, 2008
will i prove an exmple..
twisted,truncated,
feelings, bleeding raw
cries out against
injustice,hopelessnes and pain
a hollow sound echo through the rain.
too close for comfort,
this heads swarming heavy
tears are absent
in pain in loss no more will i cry
memories bittersweet passes by
the purpose will be fulfilled
when my job n works done
and i have played by character well
i pray only, let not judas fate be mine
let me not an example be for others to live by
feelings, bleeding raw
cries out against
injustice,hopelessnes and pain
a hollow sound echo through the rain.
too close for comfort,
this heads swarming heavy
tears are absent
in pain in loss no more will i cry
memories bittersweet passes by
the purpose will be fulfilled
when my job n works done
and i have played by character well
i pray only, let not judas fate be mine
let me not an example be for others to live by
Anger.
Anger, what is anger,
it comes out like hunger,
it roars and growls like thunder,
provoke, and it'll end in murder.
Although life too short
and we each fit a part,
in this stage called earth,
it is to precious to end it.
why does these troubles
that stirs up my very soul
not cease to be, will not end
yea still, its end is only in me.
it comes out like hunger,
it roars and growls like thunder,
provoke, and it'll end in murder.
Although life too short
and we each fit a part,
in this stage called earth,
it is to precious to end it.
why does these troubles
that stirs up my very soul
not cease to be, will not end
yea still, its end is only in me.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
like searching for springs of water in deserts,
i seek to find that evasive haunting of romance.
time and again,'tis a mirage for all it's worth;
yet this yearning makes all the difference.
in this transcient world, nothing stays;
the tune is 'to-morrow,to-morrow''tis a rat race.
as we fret, so down goes dawn today,
the scent of romance fades, nothing gold can stay.
longing hearts buried under a load of care,
love is all we need amidst such trecherous air.
if i yeild myself to the sacred romance so rare;
will it lead me to nought but what happiness could spare?
you are the torch that kindles this flame,
within my soul, shed in my life transcendence.
youve become my inspiration. and as a wave;
soaring high, this desire, this hope, let it remain.
i seek to find that evasive haunting of romance.
time and again,'tis a mirage for all it's worth;
yet this yearning makes all the difference.
in this transcient world, nothing stays;
the tune is 'to-morrow,to-morrow''tis a rat race.
as we fret, so down goes dawn today,
the scent of romance fades, nothing gold can stay.
longing hearts buried under a load of care,
love is all we need amidst such trecherous air.
if i yeild myself to the sacred romance so rare;
will it lead me to nought but what happiness could spare?
you are the torch that kindles this flame,
within my soul, shed in my life transcendence.
youve become my inspiration. and as a wave;
soaring high, this desire, this hope, let it remain.
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