Forced Your Body

All person who claimed they are saved must forced their body-their self to do the irking task of evangelism. Especially those who called themselves as ministers, they must force their body to move and act upon in preaching the gospel outside of their comfort zones. If they will not force their body, the members of their own body (eyes, hand and tongue) will always forced them to the lustful works of their body until it caused them to be in danger of the fire of hell.

Watch Out on the members or the parts of your body they have the power and the forced to put you in the danger of the fire of hell Mark 9:43-48.  

As far as the physical body is concerned, this body which is also called as flesh is contrary (Gal 5:17) to the spiritual things of God in particular is in the area of evangelism. The body can never and ever be desirous even in a smallest amount to cooperate with the desire of the Spirit. In totality the body is in opposite way to the way of the Spirit. The Spirit wants, “Go outside and (evangelize) preach the gospel” but the body wants, “Stay in the comfort zone”.

No one even one Christian can deny that in their members of their body there seems to be a power pulling them to do the things, “what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do”. In their inner self they want to pray but the problem is, the body is very weak to carry out to do it. That is just one reality of how the body works against the wants of the Spirit of God that dwells within.

Until these days, very few or none at all Christians can be seen roaming around doing a one-on-one evangelism. It’s ironic the Christian who are supposed to be seen outside doing an evangelism are the people inside of their own house. They often seen non-Christian passing by in their streets and in their houses doing their own evangelism (the Jehovah witnesses). In fact, there are many chances Christian have met the JW right at their door. For sure there are no Christians who didn’t come across with the JW in some instances or another. But very rare Christian who come across along the way with another Christian doing evangelism or knocking at the door just to hand out a gospel tract.

We must move our body and force them to be one with the Spirit wants, and here are two practical steps on how to force our body:

Step 1: Go out once a week to give gospel tract to at least two people.

·         Just start in that little effort and maintain at least once a week for you to go out and give out.

·         Regardless of what you feel, of what you think, of what you heard and see and what others will say just step outside, move your body and act upon it.

·         If you feel fearful to give you can leave gospel tract in some places people can pick it up and read such as in phone booth, restaurant, shopping mall, bench and in many other places.

·         Give, give, give. Don’t stop. You will sense a deep joy in your inner self as you continue.

Step 2: Continue to go out once a week to give gospel tract to many people as you want and then begin to do a one-on-one evangelism to at least one person, once a month.

·         When you become at ease in giving gospel tract, a confidence of talking to someone (the unbelievers) about the gospel will build up.

·         Learn and use the methods in evangelism

·         Make every effort to evangelize to at least one person in a month, if you fail try again next month.

·         Don’t stop to give tracts. Don’t stop to move your body. Don’t stop to try again when you failed.

Little by little move out your body until the body becomes accustom on evangelism, C.H. Spurgeon said: “We must force ourselves to do the irking task of evangelism until it becomes so easy”.

And I say to all Christian particularly to all ministers of the gospel, “Force your body to move toward giving gospel tracts and doing a one-on-one evangelism or else your body will force you in the danger of the fire of hell”.

If you want excitement, true joy that overflows and a thrill of a lifetime then make tracts giving and evangelism a part of your daily or weekly or monthly venture. Better to make it as your lifestyle.

Calvin, Arminian vs. Apostles Doctrine

As far as the biblical stand of the doctrine of salvation is concerned, there is and there must be only one set of doctrine to stand in the church.  It is known in the book of Acts as the “Apostles doctrine” where all believers conceived a one mind in the knowledge and understanding of the doctrine of salvation.  They held it altogether without argument and no division among themselves. 

 And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.  (Act 2:42)

What apostles doctrine could it be in regard to the doctrine of salvation the believers held in their mind that at present all believers must held it too? Compare the 3 stand below:

1. Calvin stand on the doctrine of salvation:  Once saved always saved
2. Arminian stand on the doctrine of salvation: Those who truly saved can lose their salvation 
3.  Biblical and Apostle Stand on the Doctrine of Salvation: Work out your salvation (A saved person must work out his own salvation)

May it be clear in the minds of all saved person (saved by grace through faith) the term “Work out your salvation” is biblical (Phil2:12) and it is precisely the apostles doctrine. Both Calvinism and Arminian must work out their own salvation through the working of the “Law Now” by way of surpassing them.  But if they unwilling it means negligence on their part to give importance on what Jesus had given importance.

Understand what Jesus said about the law:

Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.  (Mat 5:19)

 How exactly a saved person should “Work out the salvation” in a logical and practical way which is good, pleasing and acceptable in the standard of God?  It can be done only through the surpassing of the law which is the Ten Commandments. They are the “Law” or the “Commandments” Jesus teach in Mat 5:17-20 and the same law or commandments which the Apostles established in their ministry. Rom 3:31.

Why” work out own salvation” through the  law? 

It is because the law is perfect to convert, reform, transform, renew, and change the mind (soul-psyche) of a saved person.  Psa 19:7. When the mind is renewed there would be a change of attitude and conduct. Keep in mind, what the mind conceive it manifest into oneself (such as lying, stealing, adultery, idolatry, anger-murder...) if good then good will come out but if evil then evil will show up.

Whether you are Calvinism or Arminian you must work out your own salvation through the “Law Now”, again by surpassing them. The law is perfect to renew the mind making the mind to become the mind of Christ. See "The Paradox of Biblical Salvation".

Enlightenment On The So Called Sting of Death

Sting of Death which is (little) sin can be clearly understood from the illustration or the analogy shown below.

 

Note that from a very small sting (small as a dot) it develops into a larger reddish spot on the  skin along with its ill effect to the whole body. And if the sting will not treat properly, according to the medical expert, people allergic to bee venom can become seriously ill and even die from a bee sting.

The analogy above is exactly what the bible wants for us as a saved person to understand clearly about the sting of death which is sin. Sting of death is the other biblical term of sin which simply means little sin and sin the bible said it brings death. Death means lack of spiritual life. A saved person must be save completely from the sting of death.

Bee sting is very small and yet dangerous so with the sin, it always begins in various forms known as a little sin. It is a fact, big sin begins first as a small sin. Just like a heinous crime committed by many notorious criminal. They started first doing few petty (little) crimes such as snatching, stealing and other small wrongdoings. As they become more involve in what they do, they inclined to do more and more until it becomes their passion to do bigger crimes. Because they wanted much more and much bigger and to get what they want, now they will kill and continue to kill whoever get along their way. 

Little sin is the first thing first to bring a saved person to a spiritual death. Sin begins its process when a saved person makes a little “touch”, “glance” or “taste” on it, and through that way it means little by little sin can encroach within. By this little sin many Christian and many man and women of God had caused them to turn back from God and found themselves again into their former detestable condition. The little sin they ignore overpower them because it grows and bring forth fruit called death (spiritual death- lack of spiritual life).

It’s very dangerous to belittle or ignore little sin, being careless on it brings tragedy. One example is King David, from the rooftop of his palace he begun to glance a little on a beautiful woman taking a bath. Then from glancing on the woman he looks and looks fixing his eye on what he saw. It then became that his mind turn wild. His mind conceived evil desires leading him to commit things detestable in God sight. He cheat, lie, murder and commit adultery.  

 “Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death”.  (Jas 1:15)

The actual event took place before Adam and Eve were expelled from the Garden of Eden was because they always glance on the fruit of the tree forbids by God. However, to glance is not bad at all. But when both of them had tempted and lured by the devil, they begun to make a few touch and when they felt it seems good, they taste a little. And through that little thing their life had turned into a bad ordeal. They are separated from the presence of God which has the same meaning of the term spiritual death. From then and until now, many members, workers, leaders and ministers in the Church have fallen, it is because of the sting of death which is known as “little sin”.    

The sting which is little sin will not vanish in this world but it can be avoided and can be resisted. We must distinguish sin immediately how much small it is. We must learn to renounce all kinds of sin at once from its small beginnings if anytime they come on our way. Let not the sting which is sin enter in the door of our mind. Always remember all unrighteousness and sinful acts committed emanates in the mind.  

Therefore, let us continue to renew our mind and the perfect way to achieve it is through the Law which is the Ten Commandments. The Law is the only way because it is perfect to convert (renew) the soul-psyche-mind. By surpassing the “Law Now” mind is being renew until it becomes exactly like the mind of Christ. 

The law of the LORD is perfect, converting (renewing, reforming, transforming, changing)  the soul (psyche-mind)…   (Psa 19:7)

The Most Vital Element of the Great Commission

It is a big mistake saying that the law which is the Ten Commandments is obsolete.  Abolishing the law and teaching not to obey them will not complete the task of fulfilling the Great Commission. The law is actually the most important part to make disciples as well.

"All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matt 28:18-20 NIV

There is one very interesting to take note of what Jesus said in the scriptures above.  He said, “Go and make disciples… and teaching them to OBEY everything I have commanded you”.  

No doubt, the teaching to obey the law which is the Ten Commandments is the most distinguishing aspect in everything Jesus have commanded to disciples all nations. In fact Jesus did not do away, destroy or abolish the law he expound clearly the negative significance of disobeying and not teaching them and the positive significance of obeying and teaching them.

Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill. For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.  Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.  (Mat 5:17-19)

 In Chapter 5 and 6 of Matthew, Jesus said, “You have heard of long ago”… “But now I tell you”,  it means the law has given more emphasis and importance. Therefore, the law “But now I tell you” is the law that must be obey and teach which is the vital element of the Great Commission as well as in making disciples.

A true follower or a disciple of Christ must do the same as what Jesus did to the law.Obey them and teach them.  It is exactly and the surest way to fulfill the Great Commission.  

Modern Translation of 1 Corinthians 1:12

Original Translation:

Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos… Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul?  (1Co 1:12-13)

 Modern Translation:

Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Calvin ; and I of Armenian… Is Christ divided? was Calvin crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Armenian?  (1Co 1:12-13)

When it comes in the doctrine of salvation both (Calvinism and Armenian) agree that salvation is by grace through faith and not by works of whatsoever. But when it comes in the issue whether salvation can be lose or not , conditional or eternal, division exist in the Body of Christ which is the church and it creates a big separation wall between of them.  There have been many debates and discussions over that matter until today and it seems will never end. They even pointing each other as unbiblical, heretic, inspired by the devil etc..etc.., Did they know that they are actually condemning and judging each other?

One thing is clear, both missed a very important issue relevant to salvation. All of those who claimed they are “truly saved” or “always saved” should know that the Law which is the Ten Commandments is the vital thing to give an outmost importance.  

Look carefully on the teaching of Jesus about the law:

Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil. For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.  Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.  (Mat 5:17-19)

What law Jesus is talking about?

It is not the Ceremonial law, not the Sabbath law and not even the Law of Moses in particular is the Ten Commandments written in the two tablets of stone. The law Jesus is talking about is the law called the law “But now I tell you”. Unlike the Law of Moses that must be caught in the act such as adultery, murder, stealing to be declared guilty of sin, the law Jesus teach doesn’t need to be caught in the act to become guilty.  The former committing adultery is guilty punishable by death while the latter to look with a lust is already adultery and shall be in danger of the fire of hell.

Jesus said, “And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.  And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.  (Mat 5:29-30)

 All who claimed they are in Christ be reminded, ignoring the teaching of Christ regarding the “Law Now” is dangerous. Many think they are “truly saved” or “always saved” but in fact they are not saved at all because of their “hell-dragging-body”- (their eye, hand and tongue caused them to be in danger of the fire of hell).

Jesus Teaching To Obey the Law

Jesus replied, "If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him. He who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me.
John 14:23-24 NIV

What teaching of Jesus will obey by anyone who loves him?

• It is the teaching to obey the Law (The Ten Commandments)

"Do not think that I have come to do away with the Law of Moses and the teachings of the prophets. I have not come to do away with them, but to make their teachings come true. Remember that as long as heaven and earth last, not the least point nor the smallest detail of the Law will be done away with — not until the end of all things. So then, whoever disobeys even the least important of the commandments and teaches others to do the same, will be least in the Kingdom of heaven. On the other hand, whoever obeys the Law and teaches others to do the same, will be great in the Kingdom of heaven. Matt 5:17-20GNT

Nearly all of Chapter 5 and 6 of the gospel of Matthew deals about the Law which is the Ten Commandments. Jesus teach the importance of the law and today they can be represent as the law “But now I tell you”. Same with the Apostle, they didn’t do away with the law, they said, “Do we then make void the law through faith? God forbid: yea, we establish the law. (Rom 3:31KJV)

The teachings of Jesus about the law that must be obeyed are as follows:

• The teaching about Anger (6th Commandment)

"You have heard that people were told in the past, 'Do not commit murder; anyone who does will be brought to trial.' But now I tell you: if you are angry with your brother you will be brought to trial, if you call your brother 'You good-for-nothing!' you will be brought before the Council, and if you call your brother a worthless fool you will be in danger of going to the fire of hell. So if you are about to offer your gift to God at the altar and there you remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar, go at once and make peace with your brother, and then come back and offer your gift to God. Matt 5:21-24GNT

Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him. (1Jn 3:15)

• The teaching about Adultery (7th Commandment)

"You have heard that it was said, 'Do not commit adultery.' But now I tell you: anyone who looks at a woman and wants to possess her is guilty of committing adultery with her in his heart. Matt 5:27-28GNT

• The teaching about Vows (3rd Commandment)

"You have also heard that people were told in the past, 'Do not break your promise, but do what you have vowed to the Lord to do.' But now I tell you: do not use any vow when you make a promise. Do not swear by heaven, for it is God's throne; nor by earth, for it is the resting place for his feet; nor by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. Do not even swear by your head, because you cannot make a single hair white or black. Just say 'Yes' or 'No' — anything else you say comes from the Evil One. Matt 5:33-37GNT

• The teaching about Prayer (2nd Commandment)

"When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites! They love to stand up and pray in the houses of worship and on the street corners, so that everyone will see them. I assure you, they have already been paid in full. But when you pray, go to your room, close the door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what you do in private, will reward you. Matt 6:5-6GNT

• The teaching about Fasting (1st Commandment)

"And when you fast, do not put on a sad face as the hypocrites do. They neglect their appearance so that everyone will see that they are fasting. I assure you, they have already been paid in full. When you go without food, wash your face and comb your hair, so that others cannot know that you are fasting — only your Father, who is unseen, will know. And your Father, who sees what you do in private, will reward you. Matt 6:16-18GNT


Anyone who loves God must obey the teaching of Christ which is the law- The Ten Commandments. Jesus is not referring the law or the commandments “heard of long ago” but the law or the commandments “But now I tell you”. The former law was outward while the latter law deals with the inward. Meaning, God looks not the outward appearance but the inward which is inside of the heart and mind of those who will love Him.

It is very important therefore that the “law now” should become the most desirable to be obey by anyone who say they love God. Obeying the “law now” is all about loving God.

Dreadful Condition of the Body of a Saved Person

The dreadful condition of the body which is the flesh of a saved person are as follows:

• Nothing good lives in there
“For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh,) dwelleth no good thing (Rom 7:18)

• There are sin dwelling and became actively doing the sin “I hate to do but I do”.
Eyes- lust of the eyes; Hand- lust of the flesh; Tongue- lying and exaggeration

• Never and ever can be in harmony to the desires of the Spirit
“For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would. (Gal 5:17)

• So weak to carry out the good we want to do (such as to pray and read the bible)
“For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. (Rom 7:15)
“For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would. (Gal 5:17)

• Always struggle with the sin living in the members of the body
“For I delight in the law of God after the inward man: But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members”. (Rom 7:22-23)

• Causes a saved person to be carnally minded and compromiser (one feet on the church and one feet on the world)
The body causes a saved person lazy to the things of God and crazy to the things of the world.

• Can put a saved person in the danger of the fire of hell
Scriptures tells us that if your right eye, your hand and your tongue causes you to sin you’re putting yourselves in the danger of the fire of hell. Mar 9:43-49

• Subject to the law of sin and slave to sin
“For the wages of sin is death” Rom 6:23

• Destined to destruction and hell
“Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God; neither doth corruption inherit incorruption. (1Co 15:50)

• Love to be in the comfort zone and love to see, feel and taste “little evil” things
Watch out, too much staying in the comfort zone makes the so called “little lustful sin” to creep in. Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. (Jas 1:15)

A saved person must put to death the body (flesh) and always condition himself to do what Apostle Paul do to his own body, “ I beat my body and make it my slave”. 1 Cor 9:27NIV. When a saved person attained that condition he is completely saved. See The Paradox of the Biblical Salvation.