Therefore He is also able to save forever those who come to God through HIM, since HE always lives to make intercession for them. Hebrews 7:25 #scripturematters

Therefore He is also able to save forever those who come to God through HIM, since HE always lives to make intercession for them. Hebrews 7:25 #scripturematters

POPULAR CHRISTIAN PHRASES THAT ARE NOT IN THE BIBLE One of the dangers in Christian circles is assuming that because a saying sounds spiritual, it must be biblical. Over time, many popular phrases have become accepted as "Bible verses" even though they are not found anywhere in Scripture. As believers, our faith should be built on God's Word, not popular sayings. Here are a few examples: 1. "God helps those who help themselves." This is probably one of the most quoted religious sayings in the world. The problem? It is not in the Bible. In fact, the gospel teaches the opposite. God repeatedly helps people who cannot help themselves. The blind, the lame, the widow, the sinner, the lost, and the helpless all received God's grace. Salvation itself is proof that God helps those who cannot save themselves. 📖 "While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8) 2. "God will never give you more than you can handle." This phrase is not found in Scripture. What the Bible actually teaches is that God will not allow believers to be tempted beyond what He enables them to endure (1 Corinthians 10:13). Life itself often gives us more than we can handle. That is why we need God. Many biblical figures faced situations beyond their ability: Moses, Elijah, Job, Paul, and even the disciples. God sometimes allows us to reach the end of ourselves so that we learn dependence on Him. 3. "Follow your heart." This may be one of the most dangerous modern slogans. The Bible never teaches us to follow our hearts. Instead, Scripture warns: 📖 "The heart is deceitful above all things." (Jeremiah 17:9) The Bible teaches us to follow God, His Word, and His Spirit—not our feelings. 4. "Everything happens for a reason." While God can bring good out of difficult situations, the Bible does not teach that every event is God's direct desire or design. Human choices, sin, and a broken world also produce painful consequences. What Scripture does teach is that God can work through all circumstances for the good of those who love Him. 📖 Romans 8:28 5. "If God closes a door, He opens a window." This sounds encouraging. But it is not found anywhere in Scripture. The Bible speaks about God opening and closing doors, but never about opening windows as a replacement. 6. "God wants you to be happy." The Bible's primary focus is not happiness but holiness. God certainly delights in blessing His children, but His ultimate goal is to transform us into the likeness of Christ. Sometimes that process involves sacrifice, discipline, and hardship. 7. "Speak it into existence." Many people believe that merely speaking something guarantees it will happen. The Bible teaches faith-filled prayer and trust in God's will. God creates reality by His Word. Human beings do not possess that same creative authority. Prayer is not commanding God. Prayer is surrendering to God's purposes. 8. "Cleanliness is next to godliness." This phrase is not in the Bible. While Scripture encourages good stewardship and order, the statement itself is not biblical. WHAT SHOULD CHRISTIANS DO? Instead of building our beliefs on popular sayings, we should always ask: "Where is that found in Scripture?" The Bereans were praised because they examined the Scriptures daily to verify what they heard. Every teaching, sermon, quote, prophecy, and popular saying should be tested against God's Word. THE PUNCHLINE A statement does not become true because it sounds spiritual. It becomes true when it agrees with Scripture. The safest Christian is not the one who knows the most popular sayings, but the one who knows the Word of God. 📖 "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." — Psalm 119:105 #BiblicalTruth #KnowYourBible #ChristianTeaching #SoundDoctrine #BibleStudy #FaithAndTruth #ChristianLiving #ScriptureMatters #BiblicalWisdom #GodsWord #Discernment #TruthOverTradition

👉 What "divine right"? It’s a FAKE! 🤥❌ The New Covenant replaced the old—making it legally and spiritually OBSOLETE nearly 2,000 years ago. 🔥 The Scripture is explicit: 📜 "By calling this covenant new, he has made the first one obsolete." — Hebrews 8:13 📜 "For God does not show favoritism." — Romans 2:11 📜 "You belong to your father, the devil... The reason you do not hear is that you do not belong to God." — John 8:44–47 👉 The New Covenant REMOVED ALL heritage-based favoritism. Citing a superseded biblical promise today is like trying to enforce a slave deed 160 years after the 13th Amendment. #BuiltOnLies #Obsolete #CovenantShift #NewCovenant #BiblicalContext #ScriptureMatters #TheologyDebate @LexCogens

🚨 COMING NEXT MONTH 🚨 📖 Ezekiel, Chapter by Chapter is almost ready. This series walks straight through one of the most misunderstood books in the Bible, judgment, exile, false shepherds, the departing glory, the returning glory, national restoration, and the final declaration: “THE LORD IS THERE.” No fluff. No spiritualized shortcuts. Just the text, the context, and the prophecy as God gave it. Our long-term mission at VerseQuest is simple but ambitious: ➡️ The entire Bible. ➡️ In clear, doctrinal, chapter-by-chapter form. ➡️ Available as PDFs for serious students, pastors, and believers who want more than soundbites. Ezekiel exposes false religion, corrupt leadership, and hollow worship, then rebuilds everything on holiness, order, and the return of God’s presence. If you’ve ever wondered why judgment comes before restoration, or why structure matters to God, this series answers it. PDF release begins next month. We’re rolling forward, book by book. 📚 VerseQuest 🕯️ Because the Word deserves depth. #Ezekiel #BibleStudy #VerseByVerse #Prophecy #ChristianTheology #VerseQuest #ScriptureMatters

⚠️ EXAMINE THE HEART — NOT THE APPEARANCE ⚠️ God’s warning is not aimed at church attendance, Bible knowledge, or outward behavior. It is aimed at the heart. There is a difference between looking Christian and believing Christ. Many appear godly on the outside — the right words, the right posture, the right environment — yet Scripture warns that outward form can exist without inward life. 📖 “Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof.” — 2 Timothy 3:5 (KJV) God is not impressed by performance. He is not persuaded by labels. He is not convinced by confidence in form. What He examines is whether Christ is truly believed. 📖 “The LORD seeth not as man seeth… but the LORD looketh on the heart.” — 1 Samuel 16:7 (KJV) This warning is not against babes in Christ. Growth takes time. Maturity develops. Weak faith still counts as faith. The warning is against profession without belief — hearing the truth but never trusting it. 📖 “For unto us was the gospel preached… but the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith.” — Hebrews 4:2 (KJV) 📖 “With the heart man believeth unto righteousness.” — Romans 10:10 (KJV) Salvation is not proven by how polished we look — It is proven by who we are trusting. 👉 Are we resting in Christ alone, or in appearance? 👉 Are we believing the gospel, or just knowing about it? 📖 “Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith.” — 2 Corinthians 13:5 (KJV) This is a loving warning — because eternity matters. 💭 Reflect. Examine. Believe. #ExamineTheHeart #BibleTruth #SoundDoctrine #FaithInChrist #GraceAlone #ScriptureMatters #ChristianWarning #BelieveTheGospel

Tired of shallow Bible takes? So are we. Join Pastor Mark’s Zoom fellowship to open Scripture and get real about what it says—and why it matters. Expect honest conversation, some laughs, and maybe a truth that hits you right between the eyes—in the best way. So, grab your coffee and log in. The Word’s got something to say—for you. Tuesdays, 6 PM, PST, and Saturdays, 11 AM, PST. Find the link at:pastormarkanderson.org #ZoomFellowship #BibleStudy #FaithInRealLife #ScriptureMatters #TheologyOfTheCross #PastorMarkAnderson #GetRealWithGod #CoffeeAndChrist #FaithCommunity #RealTalkFaith

We track player stats by heart—but forget Scripture by name. Is your scoreboard outranking your spouse and your soul? Hear a frank take on priorities, gossip, and the faith behind the Constitution. Listen now and tell us: what will you reorder today? buzzsprout.com/1791934/episo… #TheAmericanSoul #ChristianNation #ScriptureMatters @buzzsprout

Christians blast Tucker Carlson for likening "Judea and Samaria" to Narnia—arguing biblical names matter in the Israel debate. Where do you stand? #TuckerCarlson #JudeaAndSamaria #FaithAndPolitics #IsraelDebate #ScriptureMatters Read more: dlvr.it/TN0mRr

📖 WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THE SCRIPTURES? 📖 The Bible is not just for decoration — it’s for transformation! The Word of God is your life manual. But what you do with it determines what it does in your life. 🔎 Take a look at the list below — then rate yourself and ask, "Where do I need to grow?" ✅ Read it ✅ Study it ✅ Memorize it ✅ Meditate on it ✅ Listen to it ✅ Confess it ✅ Practice it 📌 Psalm 138:2 — “...For thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.” 📌 1 Samuel 15:22 — “...To obey is better than sacrifice...” 🚨 Disobedience to the Word leads to spiritual leakage and open doors to the enemy (Genesis 6:11). Even good intentions can cause harm when not aligned with Scripture. 🧠 Don’t just carry a Bible, let the Bible carry you! 🔥 Rate yourself honestly and commit to growing. The Word works when you work the Word. — Rev. Olusola Areogun #ReverendAreogun #ObeyTheWord #LivingByTheAnswer #DreamCentreGlobal #PracticeTheWord #ScriptureMatters #FaithInAction #RateYourself #GrowInTheWord #SpiritualGrowth #TheBibleIsLife

🫶 Let’s keep this miracle going—together. ➡️ Give now 🔗 tlv.bible/2025-summer-pledge… #TLVBible #SummerPledgeDrive #ScriptureMatters #FaithLegacy #MiracleBible #DonateNow #MessianicJewish #HebrewRoots #PartnerWithUs

Daily Post from The Overcomer Magazine Why the Septuagint Should Not Be Trusted Many claim the Septuagint is more “accurate” than the Hebrew Bible. But what if that’s not true? The so-called LXX includes apocryphal books, altered prophecies, and verse distortions that undermine the integrity of God’s Word. It’s not the Bible Jesus used — and it’s not the one God preserved. Trust the Scriptures God actually gave — not a corrupted Greek shortcut. Read the full post: theovercomer.org/2025/05/20/… #KJVOnly #Septuagint #BibleIntegrity #PreservedWord #Overcomer #ScriptureMatters

Tired of shallow Bible takes? So are we. Join Pastor Mark’s Zoom fellowship to open Scripture and get real about what it says—and why it matters. Expect honest conversation, some laughs, and maybe a truth that hits you right between the eyes—in the best way. So, grab your coffee and log in. The Word’s got something to say—for you. Tuesdays, 6 PM, PST, and Saturdays, 11 AM, PST. Find the link at:pastormarkanderson.org #ZoomFellowship #BibleStudy #FaithInRealLife #ScriptureMatters #TheologyOfTheCross #PastorMarkAnderson #GetRealWithGod #CoffeeAndChrist #FaithCommunity #RealTalkFaith

It’s not about rejecting or accepting inerrancy; it’s about hermeneutics. That statement caused a stir—one individual was shocked I’d even suggest such a thing! But this reaction highlights a key misunderstanding: confusing the inerrancy of the text with the inerrancy of our interpretations. As my friend Michael Bird puts it so well: "They preach the inerrancy of the Bible but practice the inerrancy of their interpretations." Let’s be careful not to elevate our understanding to the same level as Scripture itself. Our interpretations may be flawed, but the Word remains true. 📖 What do you think? How do we guard against conflating the two? Let’s discuss! 👇 #BiblicalInerrancy #Hermeneutics #ScriptureMatters #Faith #Understanding #Apologetics #Christianity

Dang! Certainly won't be looking at shooting stars 'the same way' anymore... #ForWeWrestle #ScriptureMatters #TheMoreYouKnow

Why I Had to Block J. Langendorfer 🚫 I always appreciate engaging in thoughtful conversations and debates on important topics, especially when it comes to understanding Scripture. However, there are times when a conversation no longer serves a purpose and becomes unproductive. Today, I had to block J. Langendorfer. It wasn’t because we disagreed—disagreement is part of any meaningful dialogue—but because the conversation had turned into a repetitive cycle of misinterpretation and refusal to engage with the truth of the Bible in context. When someone continues to twist Scripture and is not open to genuine, respectful discussion, it becomes clear that further engagement will only lead to confusion and unnecessary conflict. I will always encourage open dialogue and questions, but there comes a time when it’s necessary to walk away from fruitless debates. Let’s continue to focus on what truly matters—growing in the Word and truth, with hearts open to learning and understanding. 🙏📖 #BibleTruth #RespectfulDebate #BlockWithGrace #ScriptureMatters

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The Apostle Paul disagrees. 1 Timothy 2:12 - I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man; she must be quiet. #scripturematters

📣 Amen. #SDG Listen to this right here 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼! *Message starts at 49:00 mins #ScriptureMatters #TruthMatters youtube.com/live/c4RLG2ebROw…

This right here 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 straight facts. May we quit coming up with what "we want". #TruthMatters #ScriptureMatters #ChurchMatters