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Darkness has no sound to hear.
Faith and determination overcomes weak character flaws.

... some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and
doctrines of demons, speaking lies in hypocricy, ... ~ 1st Timothy 4:1-3


Pope Francis was quoted telling the White House guests that the Koran,
and the spiritual teachings contained therein, are just as valid as the Holy
Bible, and should therefore be respected as such. To appease man is not
to the pleasure of God when it disavows His word, delivered once for
all mankind, to know the truth in the final eternal analysis.

The Koran declares the Bible is a lie and those who
believe in it are cursed by self imposed delusions.


... reject profane and old wives' fables, and exercise
yourself toward godliness. ~ 1st Timothy 4:4-7


We are no longer under the strict laws of the Old Testament,
as God used it to show how man could not obey. God now places
importance of faithful hearts true to His ways, as called out for in His
Holy Word, The Bible. He looks to those who possess thankful
hearts for His creation and diligently seek Him.

So many declare the opinions of man over the announcements of God.
To encompass truth one has to see His word as the precedence
and not the misguided alterations man would impose.


... not giving heed to Jewish fables and commandments
of men who turn from the truth. ... ~ Titus 1:14-16


Truth involves not just statements but behaviors.
His commands instruct us to be the best in Him and His given words;
not to be substituted or superseded by mere whims of man.
All or nothing is how we approach God.


... nor give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which cause disputes
rather than godly edification which is in faith. ... ~ 1st Timothy 1:4-7


Deception can come by casual and twofaced spirits
  … nor give heed to fables
                  purpose of the commandment
                                          is
                  → Love From a pure heart
                                From a good conscience  
                                From sincere faith

A pure heart yields to the truth that rises before it.

... avoid foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they generate strife.
~ 2nd Timothy 2:22-23


Keys remain free to all when seen for what they are. Faith, Love, Peace,
the highest achievements known to the creation of life, and told by God.


... shun profane and idle babblings, for they will
increase to more ungodliness. ~ 2nd Timothy 2:14-16


Words that distract or contradict the simple truths God delivers should
be discarded. Truth is plain over the augmentative minds of man.


... avoiding the profane and idle babblings and contradictions
of what is falsely called knowledge ... ~ 1st Timothy 6:20-21


God ask to protect His once delivered truths remaining watchful for the
convolutions man would want to impose for his own advantage. One
cannot hear the music of heaven when plucking the chords of earth.


... by sound doctrine, both to exhort and convict those who contradict.
~ Titus 1:9-10


... if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy
- meditate on these things. ~ Philippians 4:8


A good understanding of God’s word defends a soul against those
who would deceive with human manipulations, rather than holding
godly reverence to His truths. So called religious individuals
often are covetous frauds with self-seeking agendas.
Honest genuine hearts can be hard to find.
All are called to be watchful and seek truth.


"But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will
give account of it in the day of judgment. ..." ~ Matthew 12:36-37


In each moment we either exhibit excellence of understanding or fade
to darkness away from His light of truth. People hold both knives and
olive branches. Our peace with others is the call He conveys.


... Do not speak evil of one another, brethren. He who speaks evil of a brother
and judges his brother, speaks evil of the law and judges ... ~ James 4:11-12


As they say loose lips sink ships, it also
destroys relationships and creates distant hearts.


... In the multitude of words sin is not lacking,
But he who restrains his lips is wise. ~ Proverbs 10:18-19


Many hide behind the lies the keep. Hasty words
used without caution create unsure memories.


... a whisperer separates the best of friends. ~ Proverbs 16:27-28

To the shame of living friends stab each other
for the benefit of advantage.


If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue
but deceives his own heart, this one's religion is useless. ~ James 1:26


A “na na” moment is when people no longer have concern
for one another. Openly contentious individuals have no religion,
only contempt in a festering heart.


... lest there be contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions,
backbitings, whisperings, conceits, tumults; ... ~ 2nd Corinthians 12:20


Some of the most compulsive habits rob holiness
  Found not as you wish:  

                        ● Contentions
                        ● Jealousies
                        ● Outbursts of wrath
                        ● Selfish ambitions
                        ● Backbitings
                        ● Whisperings
                        ● Conceits
                        ● Tumults

What is it you wish for? Sanctuary under His wing in Heaven or
to win a petty battle through shady unethical means? When the
Great Physician Himself examines our condition, all will be known.


For we hear that there are some who walk among you in a disorderly
manner, not working at all, but are busybodies. ~ 2nd Thessalonians 3:11


What manner of purpose do we want to be found by God?

... gossips and busybodies, saying things which they ought not. ...
~ 1st Timothy 5:13-15


When people decide to announce those things said in private,
against other parties, it violates all confidence.
The gossiper take the lower of all paths.


He who is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor,
But a man of understanding holds his peace. ~ Proverbs 11:12-13


God calls for each of us to maintain a faithful spirit.
Many aspects revolve around this notion, and takes the best
of us more than a lifetime to apply these principles held true.


... that you also aspire to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business, ...
~ 1st Thessalonians 4:11


When all else fails, and one is disquieted, it is a result of not following
simple godly instructions, which most souls slip backward upon, allowing
themselves to fall away choosing wicked lesser virtues. Faith can be hard
in doing what is good, improving character, for that upward call.


Deepest efforts to find God will free a soul
Deceiving spirits will speak lies in hypocrisy
Reject profane and old wives’ fables
Do not heed men who turn from the truth
Avoid foolish and ignorant disputes
Profane and idle babblings increase ungodliness
Defiant religious fanatics abandon sound doctrine
We will give account for every idle word
Do not speak evil of one another
He who restrains his lips is wise
A whisperer separates the best of friends
Without bridling one’s tongue faith is useless
Busybodies say things which they ought not
Lead a quiet life and mind your own business

Without concern for others life is longer alone.

Darkness can only dream of what it is not.




 

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