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Darkness and its Kingdom

By atlcustoms — 4 days ago

Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.

Genesis 1:2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.

Here we have two entities identified “darkness upon the face of the deep” and “the spirit of God” moving upon the face of the waters. Darkness existed with God in the beginning. Darkness is just as real as God.  And then…

Genesis 1:3 And God said, Let there be light: and there was light….

We all know that where there is light, darkness does not exist, and that if you want to get rid of darkness; you turn on the lights.  Light is the enemy of darkness.  When God said let there be light, darkness received this as an attack on its  existence.  Everything within that light, and everything created with that light became the enemy of darkness simply because it could not exist in that light and because of Good’s creation.  God knew this when subsequently in Genesis 1:4 … God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness.  God not only separates the light from darkness, but notice how He calls the light good, but does not denote the same for the darkness that was separated.  Because it was not good and did not/would not have good intentions for His creation.  Why? Because again, through this creation darkness is being eradicated.   

This is when the war began.  

Revelation 12:6-8 “ And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, 8 And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.”

We know that God continued establishing His creation and kingdom filling it with plants, trees, animals, man and more.  All created in light.  Imagine being “darkness”, and all of a sudden out of nowhere “light” turns on. Immediately destroying whatever parts of you it touches. You only now exist in the shadows and in the far nethers (outer realm ) where the light does not reach. After recognizing what it is destroying you and eradicating your existence you are going to begin almost immediately trying to destroy, turn off or snuff out “the light” or whatever was created so that you can continue to exist as you were before the lights were turned on.  Therefore darkness began establishing its kingdom set to destroy God’s creation.  

The Kingdom of Darkness

In order to recognize and identify darkness as an entity and its established kingdom, we need to identify and recognize its traits and characteristics.   One thing we know about darkness is it loves to hide things and keep things hidden and in secret.  Darkness likes for things to be blinded and not able to see.  Darkness creeps in through cracks and shadows.  Darkness can not STAND light or anything created in it and seeks to destroy it by any and all means possible.  Keep these traits of darkness in mind when identifying darkness and its kingdom.  

Ever hear of dark magic? The dark arts? Consorting with the dark lord? Prince of darkness? What about the occult (hidden)? Shadow government?  These are all means of which darkness establishes and works within, moves through and establishes its kingdom within God’s creation.  Ephesians 6:12: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”  The same way God moves and communicates in spirit with his kingdom, darkness communes with those who are established in its kingdom.  When they communicate, develop plans and implement them it is all done with the goal of keeping things and people in the dark, keeping them blind, keeping things hidden and ultimately destroying God’s creation.

Job 5:12-14 He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, so that their hands cannot perform their enterprise.  13 He taketh the wise in their own craftiness: and the counsel of the froward is carried headlong.  14 They meet with darkness in the day time, and grope in the noonday as in the night.

Proverbs 4:19 The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble.

Children of Darkness

We know that on the sixth day after “letting there be light” God created Adam, also known as man.  Adam and his children being created in light also became known as the children of light.  1 Thessalonians 5:5 “Ye are all the children of light, and the children of the day: we are not of the night, nor of darkness.”  At that time darkness began conspiring with the Angels to make their own children  Genesis 6:4,  “There were giants in the earth in those days; and also after that, when the sons of God came in unto the daughters of men, and they bare children to them, the same became mighty men which were of old, men of renown”.  Jude 6:1 “And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day.”  These angels were led by the prince of the kingdom of darkness, aka The Prince of Darkness and a bunch of other aliases ie. Satan, Semyaza, Samael  Revelation 12:9 “ 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.”  These children were made to: steal everything made for God’s children from God’s children, kill God’s children and destroy God’s creation.  John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy

Enoch 6-11 Fragment from the Book of Noah

John 8:44 “Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. ” 

Children of Light

God who was there in the beginning and who has seen everything that has happened; knows everything that has been done.  Even if his children and creation did not know or understand; God always has.

Matthew 13:24-30 “Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field:  25 But while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat, and went his way.  26 But when the blade was sprung up, and brought forth fruit, then appeared the tares also.  27 So the servants of the householder came and said unto him, Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in thy field? from whence then hath it tares?  28 He said unto them, An enemy hath done this. The servants said unto him, Wilt thou then that we go and gather them up?  29 But he said, Nay; lest while ye gather up the tares, ye root up also the wheat with them.  30 Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares, and bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the wheat into my barn.”

Matthew 13:36-43 “Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and his disciples came unto him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field.  37 He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;  38 The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one;  39 The enemy that sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the world; and the reapers are the angels.  40 As therefore the tares are gathered and burned in the fire; so shall it be in the end of this world.  41 The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity;  42 And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.  43 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.”

He sends us messages, warning, instruction and promise through His messengers, His will and our inheritance.  Isaiah 45:3 “And I will give thee the treasures of darkness, and hidden riches of secret places, that thou mayest know that I, the Lord, which call thee by thy name, am the God of Israel.”  Acts 26:18 “To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.” Ephesians 5:11 “And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.” John 8:12 “Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”

Enoch 1-5 

He also sends messages and reminders of destruction to the kingdom of darkness on earth as well: Psalm 145:20 “The Lord preserveth all them that love him: but all the wicked will he destroy.

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What is The Will of God

By Royal Awakening — 8 years ago

What is the Will of God?

Many teach that the will of God is simply what He wants everyone on earth to do and that it is written in the Bible. While this is partially correct, it is not the full picture. When we study the Scriptures, we see that God is described as both the Righteous Judge of the earth and the Father of His children. A judge enforces the law and executes judgment, while a father leaves an inheritance for his heirs. This means that God’s will is not only His commandments and desires for how we should live but also His legally binding testament, which details the inheritance of His children.

God as the Righteous Judge

A judge enforces laws and ensures that legal wills are executed properly. The Bible confirms that God is the Supreme Judge over the earth:

  • Genesis 18:25 – “Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?”
  • Psalm 75:7 – “But God is the Judge: He puts down one and exalts another.”
  • Isaiah 33:22 – “For the Lord is our judge, the Lord is our lawgiver, the Lord is our king; He will save us.”

As the Supreme Judge, God determines who will receive His inheritance and who will be disqualified.

God as a Father – The One Who Leaves a Will and Testament

A loving father does not depart without leaving an inheritance and clear instructions for his children. The Bible confirms that God is our Father:

  • Deuteronomy 32:6 – “Is He not your Father who created you?”
  • 2 Corinthians 6:18 – “I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.”
  • Romans 8:16-17 – “The Spirit bears witness that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ.”

As our Father, God has written a legally binding will (His covenant) that determines what His children will inherit.

What Is Written in God’s Will?

A. The Inheritance for His Children

God’s testament promises specific blessings to His faithful children:

  • Land – The promised land (Genesis 17:8, Psalm 37:29).
  • Rulership – Authority over the nations (Daniel 7:27, Revelation 5:10).
  • Eternal Life – Immortality in His Kingdom (John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 15:50-52).
  • God’s Presence – A restored relationship with Him (Ezekiel 37:27, Revelation 21:3).

This inheritance is only given to those who meet the conditions set in God’s will.

B. The Legal Terms of the Will

Like any legal document, God’s will has conditions:

  1. Obedience to God’s Law
    • Exodus 19:5 – “If you obey My voice and keep My covenant, you shall be My treasured possession.”
    • Revelation 22:14 – “Blessed are those who do His commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life.”
  2. Endurance to the End
    • Matthew 24:13 – “He who endures to the end shall be saved.”
    • Revelation 2:26 – “He who overcomes and keeps My works until the end, I will give power over the nations.”

Not everyone will inherit the promises—only those who obey the terms of the will.

Judah’s Inheritance is Promised and Cannot Be Erased

The tribe of Judah was chosen for leadership and rulership among the twelve tribes of Israel:

  • Genesis 49:8-10 – “Judah, you are he whom your brothers shall praise; your hand shall be on the neck of your enemies… The scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh comes.”
  • Psalm 60:7 – “Judah is My lawgiver.”

🔹 Implication: The leadership and rulership aspect of Judah’s inheritance is still intact. Judah is the tribe destined to govern, teach the law, and guide Israel. Despite captivity, oppression, and dispersion, God’s promise has not changed—the rightful inheritance remains.

Judah Must Awaken and Reclaim Their True Identity

One of the greatest attacks on Judah has been identity theft and miseducation. The prophecy in Deuteronomy speaks of Judah and Israel forgetting their heritage:

  • Deuteronomy 28:64 – “And the Lord shall scatter you among all people, from one end of the earth to the other…”
  • Jeremiah 17:4 – “And you, even yourself, shall discontinue from your heritage that I gave you.”

This prophecy describes the loss of identity among the children of Judah, particularly in the lands where they were sold and scattered.

🔹 Implication: The Royal Awakening is essential! The children of Judah must reclaim their identity, history, and culture as God’s chosen people, rather than accept the false narratives imposed upon them. The inheritance belongs to those who know they are heirs!

Judah Must Return to Covenant Obedience

As God’s lawgiver and leaders, Judah is responsible for upholding the covenant. However, the curses in Deuteronomy 28 were the result of breaking the terms of God’s will.

  • Hosea 4:6 – “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me.”
  • Isaiah 1:3 – “The ox knows its owner and the donkey its master’s crib; but Israel does not know, My people do not consider.”

🔹 Implication: To restore the inheritance, Judah must return to the covenant—this means keeping the commandments, observing the holy days, and separating from Babylonian customs. This is part of fulfilling the terms of God’s will to receive the promised inheritance.

Judah’s Role in the Kingdom and the Coming Judgment

The will of God includes a future kingdom where Yahusha HaMashiach (Christ) will reign as King, and Judah has a special role in this government.

  • Zechariah 12:7 – “The Lord shall save the tents of Judah first.”
  • Obadiah 1:21 – “And saviors shall come up on Mount Zion to judge the mount of Esau; and the kingdom shall be the Lord’s.”
  • Revelation 5:5 – “Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed.”

🔹 Implication: Judah’s awakening is the beginning of the restoration of Israel. The kingdom will not be established without Judah playing their role. Judah must prepare now—not just spiritually but also mentally, physically, and communally—to govern righteously.

Judah Must Separate from Babylon and Lead in Righteousness

  • Jeremiah 51:6 – “Flee out of the midst of Babylon, and deliver every man his soul: be not cut off in her iniquity.”
  • Micah 5:8 – “And the remnant of Jacob shall be among the Gentiles in the midst of many peoples like a lion among the beasts of the forest.”

🔹 Implication: Judah must come out of false doctrines, pagan traditions, and the world’s system to stand as the righteous remnant. The Royal Awakening is about restoring the law, order, and kingdom structure that was lost through centuries of captivity and deception.

How to Prepare to Receive God’s Inheritance

To claim an inheritance, heirs must be prepared. Here’s how we can position ourselves to receive God’s promises:

1. Establish Your Identity as an Heir

  • Study the Scriptures to understand your heritage and divine calling (Deuteronomy 7:6, Isaiah 44:1).

2. Separate from the World’s System

  • 2 Corinthians 6:17 – “Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord.”
  • 1 John 2:15 – “Do not love the world or the things in the world.”
  • Remove pagan traditions, avoid worldly distractions, and focus on righteous living.

3. Walk in Righteousness and Holiness

  • Leviticus 20:26 – “You shall be holy to Me, for I the Lord am holy, and have separated you from the peoples, that you should be Mine.”
  • Ephesians 4:24 – “Put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
  • Live a set-apart life, guarding your actions, speech, and thoughts.

4. Store Up Treasures in Heaven (Kingdom Investments)

  • Matthew 6:19-20 – “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth… but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven.”
  • Luke 12:33 – “Sell what you have and give to the poor; provide yourselves money bags which do not grow old, a treasure in the heavens.”
  • Use your time, resources, and skills to build God’s Kingdom—teach, help others, and grow spiritually.

5. Prepare for the Coming Kingdom

  • Matthew 24:44 – “Be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
  • Revelation 21:7 – “He who overcomes shall inherit all things, and I will be his God and he shall be My son.”
  • Stay watchful, pray, fast, and prepare for the return of the Messiah.

 

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And the Gates of Hell Shall not Prevail…

By Royal Awakening — 8 years ago

The Gates of Hell: A Deeper Understanding 

In Matthew 16:18, Yahusha (Jesus) declares:
“And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Many pastors and preachers interpret this passage as a call for believers to be strong and unshakable in their faith, likening them to a rock that the enemy cannot overcome. While the importance of a firm foundation is undeniable (Matthew 7:24-25), there is a deeper and often overlooked meaning in this passage regarding the role of the church in spiritual warfare.

What Is the Purpose of a Gate?

A gate, by design, is not an offensive weapon—it does not attack or advance. Instead, it serves as a barrier, keeping something in or out. A gate is only effective as long as it remains intact and unbroken. If a gate is torn down, opened, or breached, it has not prevailed because it has failed in its purpose.

Now, consider Yahusha’s words again: “The gates of hell shall not prevail.” If a gate cannot move or attack, then the church is not meant to be passively defending itself against hell—the church is meant to be on the offensive, tearing down the gates that hold people captive.

Spiritual Warfare: The Church’s Duty to Tear Down Strongholds

Scripture repeatedly affirms that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces of wickedness that seek to imprison the people of Yah (Ephesians 6:12). The “gates of hell” represent these oppressive powers, which include false doctrines, principalities, and systems of control designed to keep Yah’s people in bondage.

The duty of the church, therefore, is not to remain stationary on the rock, waiting for the enemy to come. The duty of the church is to tear down these gates and liberate those held in spiritual captivity.

2 Corinthians 10:4-5 reinforces this:
“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds; Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.”

Biblical Precedents: Yah’s People Breaking Free

Throughout history, Yah’s people have found themselves entrapped behind the gates of oppressive nations due to their disobedience. The Old Testament reveals a repeated cycle:

  1. Israel rebels against Yah by following other gods and refusing to heed His prophets.
  2. Yah gives them over to their oppressors, allowing them to experience hardship and captivity.
  3. In their suffering, they cry out to Yah for deliverance and repent.
  4. Yah raises up a deliverer, leads them out, and restores them—until they fall into rebellion again.

This pattern is evident in multiple accounts:

  • Egyptian Captivity (Exodus 2:23-25): “And it came to pass in process of time, that the king of Egypt died: and the children of Israel sighed by reason of the bondage, and they cried, and their cry came up unto God by reason of the bondage.” Yah then raised up Moses to break them free from Pharaoh’s gates.
  • Judges Cycle (Judges 2:18-19): “And when the LORD raised them up judges, then the LORD was with the judge, and delivered them out of the hand of their enemies all the days of the judge.” Each time they repented, Yah provided a deliverer to help them escape their oppression.
  • Babylonian Captivity (Jeremiah 29:12-14): “Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And I will be found of you, saith the LORD: and I will turn away your captivity.”

The extra-biblical texts also confirm this pattern:

  • Book of Jasher 75:12-14 records how the Israelites suffered under Egyptian bondage until Yah heard their cries and sent Moses.
  • Book of Jubilees 23:22-23 warns that disobedience leads to oppression, but repentance leads to deliverance.
  • Book of Enoch 46:6-7 describes the wicked rulers and kings who oppress Yah’s people but will ultimately be overthrown.

Historical Examples of “Gates” Built Through the Destruction of Knowledge

One of the most effective ways rulers and oppressors have historically kept people in bondage is through the destruction of knowledge and the rewriting of history. By eliminating access to truth, they have built “gates” to imprison entire civilizations in ignorance.

1. The Burning of the Library of Alexandria (circa 3rd-4th century BCE)

The Library of Alexandria, one of the greatest centers of knowledge in the ancient world, housed vast records of history, science, and philosophy. The destruction of this library—whether by Julius Caesar’s forces, later Roman emperors, or religious zealots—was a massive blow to historical knowledge. Many ancient writings that could have provided deeper insight into the world’s true history were lost forever.

2. The Council of Nicaea and the Suppression of Texts (325 CE)

At the Council of Nicaea, Emperor Constantine and church leaders decided which books would be included in the Bible and which would be deemed heretical. Many ancient texts—including the Book of Enoch, the Book of Jubilees, and other writings used by early believers—were removed from common circulation. These books, which contained deeper revelations about fallen angels, the Nephilim, and the spiritual battle between Yah’s people and wicked rulers, were labeled as “apocrypha” or “forbidden.”

The rewriting of religious history helped establish a controlled version of faith that aligned with imperial rule, making it easier to keep people under religious and political domination.

3. The Destruction of Indigenous Knowledge by European Colonizers (1400s-1800s)

During the colonization of Africa, the Americas, and other parts of the world, European powers systematically destroyed or suppressed the records, oral traditions, and religious practices of indigenous peoples.

  • The Burning of the Maya Codices (1562 CE): Spanish conquistadors burned nearly all of the Maya civilization’s written records, which contained advanced knowledge of astronomy, mathematics, and history. Only a few codices remain today.
  • The African Slave Trade & The Erasure of Identity: Enslaved Africans were stripped of their original languages, histories, and spiritual beliefs. European and Arab slave traders actively suppressed knowledge of their Hebrew and Israelite heritage, severing them from their true identity.
  • The Berlin Conference (1884-1885): European powers divided Africa and rewrote its history, promoting the idea that African civilizations were primitive. This false narrative was used to justify colonial rule and keep people mentally enslaved.

4. The Systematic Suppression of Black History in America

During slavery and segregation in America, enslaved people were forbidden to read or write. Laws were passed to prevent literacy because knowledge leads to liberation. Even after slavery, efforts to rewrite history continued:

  • The Lost Cause Narrative: After the Civil War, Southern historians promoted a false version of history that glorified the Confederacy and minimized the horrors of slavery.
  • The Destruction of Black Wall Street (1921): In Tulsa, Oklahoma, an entire thriving Black community was burned to the ground, and many records of Black economic success were lost.
  • Education Suppression: Even today, there are ongoing efforts to control how history is taught, ensuring that certain truths remain hidden or distorted.

The Call to Come Out from Behind the Gates

Many of Yah’s people today remain trapped behind these gates—bound by false doctrines, oppressive governments, corrupt leadership, rewritten history. and worldly systems. Just as in ancient times, Yah is calling His people to come out from among them before judgment falls.

Revelation 18:4 echoes this command:
“Come out of her, my people, that ye be not partakers of her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues.”

This is why Yahusha’s message is not just about standing firm—it’s about storming the gates of oppression and setting the captives free (Luke 4:18). Those who remain behind these gates when judgment comes will suffer the same fate as their oppressors, just as Israel’s disobedient remnant perished in Egypt, Babylon, and other captivities.

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Woe unto the Pastors that Scatter the Flock!!

By Royal Awakening — 8 years ago

God with wisdom and knowledge will judge each man by their works in their day of judgement and by what has led them. Have they been led by their lusts and desires of their mind, have they been led by that which was in their nature, or has the spirit led them and by each which have they been lead to do. That which is evil, unjust and unrighteous or that which is good, righteous and fair.   Those that have the disapproving, reprobate, debating, unmerciful, unrepentant minds and hardened hearts that have unwisely passed His judgements for Him before He has will be first.

Who are these with the disapproving, reprobate, debating, unmerciful, unrepentant minds and  hardened hearts that have unwisely passed His judgements for Him before Him?

Romans 1:21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient;

Sounds like this is talking about those who have not studied to show themselves approved to me…

29 Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers,30 Backbiters, haters of God, despiteful, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents,31 Without understanding, covenant breakers, without natural affection, implacable, unmerciful:32 Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them.

Not only do you not study the whole of the law of God and retain its knowledge and wisdom, but you know PARTS of the law which is only the judgement of the law that says fornication, wickedness, murder  etc. are worthy of death; and not only do you do those things, but have pleasure in those that do them as well.  Knowing that deceiving is wrong you still deceive.  Knowing fornication is wrong, but still father many children with many women and none of which you care about.  Not only do you do those things, but will watch movies and shows about murder and deceit faithfully and love them.  Will enjoy the services of a whore or prostitute or watch their antics in movies, television, and reality shows.  Then the parts of the law that only includes the judgment and not the whole of the law, they then without understanding, natural affection, implacable and given to a reprobate mind use those judgements to convict all without understanding. Matthew 23:15 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye compass sea and land to make one proselyte, and when he is made, ye make him twofold more the child of hell than yourselves.  A proselyte is a person who has converted from one opinion, religion, or party to another, especially recently.

 

 

Romans2:1 “Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.”

Romans 2:3 And thinkest thou this, O man, that judgest them which do such things, and doest the same, that thou shalt escape the judgment of God?6 Who will render to every man according to his deeds.2 But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit such things. 4 not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?5 But after thy hardness and impenitent heart treasurest up unto thyself wrath against the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God;2 Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.

When you seek to convict someone before they have reached the seat of judgement and before the fullness of their case is put before God when he will apply the WHOLE of his law with full knowledge and understanding then you push those away from the whole of the law and the understanding of it which will lead them to repentance.  But instead you take a partial knowledge of a law and judgement that has not been revealed fully unto you and use it to impose “the wrath of God” upon them that God has not imposed sentence on them in the day you condemned them.  WOE unto those who do that and scatter the flock making them feel as if their life is over and helpless because they have been condemned by the words of the preacher who has not studied to show themselves approved unto God.

 

Jeremiah 23:1 “WOE BE UNTO THE PASTORS THAT DESTROY AND SCATTER THE SHEEP OF MY PASTURE! SAITH THE LORD.”

Job 8:3 3 Doth God pervert judgment? or doth the Almighty pervert justice?Job 34:12  Yea, surely God will not do wickedly, neither will the Almighty pervert judgment.11 For the work of a man shall he render unto him, and cause every man to find according to his ways.24 For his eyes are upon the ways of man, and he seeth all his goings.

 

Those who take the laws and judgements of God and construe them to mean another thing and to condemn solely on part of the law and not the whole of the law is perverting the justice and judgements of God.  Those who spread the teaching of such perverted judgements spreads the perversion of the law to the people and not the whole of the law causing them to become perverted and corrupt in their ways.

 

Jeremiah 23:1 WOE BE UNTO THE PASTORS THAT DESTROY AND CATTER THE SHEEP OF MY PASTURE! SAITH THE LORD.

2 Therefore thus saith the Lord God of Israel against the pastors that feed my people; Ye have scattered my flock, and driven them away, and have not visited them: behold, I will visit upon you the evil of your doings, saith the Lord.11 For both prophet and priest are profane; yea, in my house have I found their wickedness, saith the Lord.13 And I have seen folly in the prophets of Samaria; they prophesied in Baal, and caused my people Israel to err.14 I have seen also in the prophets of Jerusalem an horrible thing: they commit adultery, and walk in lies: they strengthen also the hands of evildoers, that none doth return from his wickedness; they are all of them unto me as Sodom, and the inhabitants thereof as Gomorrah.16 Thus saith the Lord of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you: they make you vain: they speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the mouth of the Lord.17 They say still unto them that despise me, The Lord hath said, Ye shall have peace; and they say unto every one that walketh after the imagination of his own heart, No evil shall come upon you.21 I have not sent these prophets, yet they ran: I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied.22 But if they had stood in my counsel, and had caused my people to hear my words, then they should have turned them from their evil way, and from the evil of their doings.23 Am I a God at hand, saith the Lord, and not a God afar off?24 Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him? saith the Lord. Do not I fill heaven and earth? saith the Lord.25 I have heard what the prophets said, that prophesy lies in my name, saying, I have dreamed, I have dreamed.26 How long shall this be in the heart of the prophets that prophesy lies? yea, they are prophets of the deceit of their own heart;27 Which think to cause my people to forget my name by their dreams which they tell every man to his neighbour, as their fathers have forgotten my name for Baal.28 The prophet that hath a dream, let him tell a dream; and he that hath my word, let him speak my word faithfully. What is the chaff to the wheat? saith the Lord.29 Is not my word like as a fire? saith the Lord; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces?30 Therefore, behold, I am against the prophets, saith the Lord, that steal my words every one from his neighbour.31 Behold, I am against the prophets, saith the Lord, that use their tongues, and say, He saith.32 Behold, I am against them that prophesy false dreams, saith the Lord, and do tell them, and cause my people to err by their lies, and by their lightness; yet I sent them not, nor commanded them: therefore they shall not profit this people at all, saith the Lord.33 And when this people, or the prophet, or a priest, shall ask thee, saying, What is the burden of the Lord? thou shalt then say unto them, What burden? I will even forsake you, saith the Lord.34 And as for the prophet, and the priest, and the people, that shall say, The burden of the Lord, I will even punish that man and his house.

You can not let these preachers, prophets and pastors stand in front of you saying I have a word from the Lord God when they have not studied Him, have not studied his words and his laws and have not sought to understand the whole of the law but instead teach and prophesy twisted up mangled distorted partial and perverted doctrines set forth by man and their opinions.  You must study to show yourselves approved.

Romans 2:5 the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God;6 Who will render to every man according to his deeds:

Now use the wisdom of God and answer this: On that day when a gay man and a pastor stands before God, do you believe that He will say to the man that has been gay “you have done my works and been pleasant in your speech to draw people unto God. You have not judged them because you knew you would be judged, but instead you taught them the truth of what you knew. You have told lies, but I’ve seen the lies you told, I searched your heart and I punished you for that which was wicked and did not for which i did not see was wicked. Even when condemned convicted and oppressed  you sang my songs, you gave to the poor and fed those you seen were hungry, you loved people and told them of God, but your mind was gay and loved another male so off to hell and damnation you go.”

Then turn to  the pastors and say: “Thou hast read the book to the people, and taught them as sheep. Your churches gave to the people at times and in ways, but you personally did not. But you still taught words in the book and had a church with hundreds or even thousands and you as the shepherd were taken care of very well with homes, cars and money. You have wanted for nothing because you have been speaking words in the book to sheep, so the sheep made sure the shepherd is kept great. But as the shepherd you forgot the sheep when the sheep had no homes or cars , or food or lights. You preached the words of the book to the sheep saying have faith little sheep and give. While thou wast kept great. You did not study history and law to understand God and his wisdom, but read from the book that was given to you. And you have spoken words of the book saying Today a people are condemned and hated by God, and turned them away from God by the thousands with these words while thou hast not studied to show thyself approved. But you were my not gay, so enter into the kingdom my favored son?

Use the wisdom of God and know that if God has an army he would not want anyone to be turned away from it and that he will be searching the heart that day, and not the bedroom. Use the wisdom of God and tell me: how is it he will answer these two on this day?

Ecclesiastes 5:8 “If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth; and there be higher than they.”

 

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The Great Gay Debate… The Damned Homosexuals

By atlcustoms — 8 years ago

The debate surrounding homosexuality and its perceived condemnation remains a highly contentious issue among churches, religious followers, and even within the government. These discussions often revolve around biblical interpretations, particularly verses such as Leviticus 18:22: “Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.” As a result, many condemn homosexuality, sometimes focusing solely on it as a sin above others.

In response, some churches, camps, and programs have been established with the goal of “praying the gay away,” based on the belief that homosexuality is not innate but rather the result of demonic possession or personal choice. Additionally, some argue that God despises homosexuality, citing the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah as divine punishment for such behavior. Common phrases like “God made Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve” and “Man is meant to be fruitful and multiply” are used to argue that homosexuality contradicts nature, and therefore, defies God’s design.

Now, let us examine these references in their full context to uncover the truth of these matters and discern what God truly says about them.

Before we examine the scriptures, it’s important to clarify a key distinction: there is a significant difference between being gay and being a homosexual.

The term homosexual originated in the English language in the 19th century and is used to describe someone who engages in sexual relations with the same gender. Because the word itself contains “sex,” the emphasis is often placed on the act of sex. However, many people labeled as homosexual may choose not to engage in sexual acts for various reasons, such as personal convictions, lack of desire, concerns about disease, or societal pressures.

In contrast, the word gay refers to a person who experiences romantic or emotional attraction toward the same gender. The term has much older roots, dating back to before the 14th century in archaic French. Interestingly, when translated into Hebrew, gay corresponds to the term homo, meaning “same” or “uniform.” The concept of homogenization refers to making something uniform or blending diverse elements into one. By contrast, reverse homogenization separates a uniform structure into distinct parts.

A biblical example of these concepts can be seen in the creation of Adam and Eve. In the beginning, God created Adam alone—there was no Adam and Eve or Adam and Steve, only Adam and God. Genesis 2:7 states:

“And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.”

Adam existed as a singular being (homogenized), fulfilling the role God assigned to him. However, God declared that it was not good for man to be alone and decided to create a suitable helper. After forming all the animals, none were found to be an appropriate companion. Then, in Genesis 2:21-22:

“And the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon Adam, and he slept: and he took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh instead thereof; And the rib, which the Lord God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man.”

Here, God took a part of Adam and made it into a separate being—this is reverse homogenization, where one uniform structure was divided into two distinct parts. Yet, in Genesis 2:24, the two were meant to reunite:

“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”

This represents re-homogenization, where the two distinct parts come together again as one. If God originally made one and then separated it into two, is He not also capable of placing the balance of two within one, just as it was in the beginning?

By definition, eunuchs were individuals who, for various reasons—biological or social—did not engage in traditional heterosexual relationships. In today’s terms, this could be compared to those who identify as gay or homosexual, as society often labels individuals based on their deviation from expected norms of attraction and procreation.

What Does God Say About Eunuchs?

Rather than condemning eunuchs, God acknowledges and honors them:

Isaiah 56:4-5
“For thus saith the Lord unto the eunuchs that keep my sabbaths, and choose the things that please me, and take hold of my covenant; Even unto them will I give in mine house and within my walls a place and a name better than of sons and of daughters: I will give them an everlasting name, that shall not be cut off.”

This passage shows that God values those who are faithful to Him, regardless of their status or ability to procreate. He promises them a place of honor, even greater than that of traditional family lineage.

Acts 8:36-38
“And as they went on their way, they came unto a certain water: and the eunuch said, See, here is water; what doth hinder me to be baptized? And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. And he commanded the chariot to stand still: and they went down both into the water, both Philip and the eunuch; and he baptized him.”

This account reinforces that eunuchs were fully accepted into the faith. God and The Bible does not condemn eunuchs—instead, God acknowledges their existence, grants them a place of honor, and welcomes them into His covenant.

 

Born That Way

The term gay describes the natural disposition of a person such as a eunuch. In Matthew 19:11-12, Jesus speaks about different types of eunuchs:

Matthew 19:11-12
“But he said unto them, All men cannot receive this saying, save they to whom it is given. For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from their mother’s womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven’s sake. He that is able to receive it, let him receive it.”

Understanding Eunuchs

Historically, the term eunuch referred to men who had been castrated, usually at a young age, which affected their hormonal development. However, in ancient texts, the term was also used to describe men who were impotent, celibate, or simply not inclined to marry and have children.

Eunuchs were often employed in royal courts and harems as servants or guards because they were considered trustworthy and had no personal ties to aristocratic families. Many societies believed eunuchs lacked the same desires and ambitions as other men, making them more reliable in certain roles. The Byzantine Emperor Leo VI even banned eunuchs from marrying in the 9th century, reinforcing the idea that they were not meant for traditional male-female relationships.

What About  Sodom and Gomorrah?

Many people believe that Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed solely because of homosexuality, but the Bible provides a much broader explanation of their wickedness.

What Does the Bible Say?

Ezekiel 16:48-50 clearly outlines the sins of Sodom:

Ezekiel 16:48-50
“As I live, saith the Lord God, Sodom thy sister hath not done, she nor her daughters, as thou hast done, thou and thy daughters. Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom: pride, fullness of bread, and abundance of idleness was in her and in her daughters, neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. And they were haughty, and committed abomination before me: therefore I took them away as I saw good.”

This passage highlights pride, greed, laziness, mistreatment of the poor, arrogance, and abominations as the key reasons for their destruction. There is no mention of homosexuality as the primary sin.

What Does the Book of Jasher Say?

The Book of Jasher (or Sefer haYashar), an ancient text referenced in Joshua and 2 Samuel, gives additional insight into the extreme wickedness of Sodom and Gomorrah. Chapter 19 describes how these cities were brutal, inhumane, and merciless, particularly toward the poor and outsiders.

Examples of Their Wickedness:

  • A poor man was secretly given food. When the people found out, they burned alive the woman who helped him.
  • A traveler was given food and water by a kind young woman. As punishment, the people covered her in honey and let bees sting her to death.

These laws didn’t just permit evil—they punished kindness.

The Truth About “Bedding” in Sodom and Gomorrah

Many people focus on the attempted assault of Lot’s angelic guests as proof that Sodom’s sin was homosexuality. Genesis 19

4 But before they lay down, the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter:

5 And they called unto Lot, and said unto him, Where are the men which came in to thee this night? bring them out unto us, that we may know them.

However, the Book of Jasher explains that “bedding” was a cruel form of torture and humiliation used against outsiders, not an act of love or attraction.

Jasher 19:3-7 describes their sadistic practice:

  • The cities had special torture beds in the streets.
  • If a man arrived in town, the people would force him onto a bed.
  • If he was too short, they would stretch him until he nearly died.
  • If he was too tall, they would crush him until he was near death.
  • When victims cried out for help, the people mocked them, saying, “Thus shall it be done to a man that cometh into our land.”

 

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This was not about sexual desire—it was about power, cruelty, and humiliation.

Why Did God Destroy Sodom and Gomorrah?

The wickedness of these cities went far beyond one sin. They were corrupt, heartless, and completely devoid of mercy. Their actions provoked God’s judgment, as Jasher 19:44 states:

Jasher 19:44
“And the Lord was provoked at this and at all the works of the cities of Sodom, for they had abundance of food, and had tranquility amongst them, and still would not sustain the poor and the needy, and in those days their evil doings and sins became great before the Lord.”

This perfectly aligns with Ezekiel 16:48-50, showing that their destruction was due to their pride, greed, oppression of the poor, and extreme wickedness—not simply because of homosexuality.

Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed because they were a lawless, merciless society that thrived on cruelty and injustice. The idea that their downfall was solely due to homosexuality is an oversimplification that ignores the full biblical and historical context.

The real lesson from Sodom and Gomorrah is that God despises oppression, injustice, and a lack of compassion—and that when a society reaches a certain level of wickedness, divine judgment follows.

Gays Don’t Procreate, You’re Supposed to be Fruitful and Multiply!

Some argue that same-sex relationships go against God’s command to “be fruitful and multiply” since they cannot naturally produce children. However, a closer look at the Bible reveals that this command was not universally given to all people at all times.

Was “Be Fruitful and Multiply” Given to Adam and Eve?

Contrary to popular belief, God did not issue the command to be fruitful and multiply to Adam and Eve after they were expelled from the Garden of Eden. Instead, He pronounced curses upon them due to their disobedience:

  • The Serpent was cursed to crawl on its belly and live in enmity with humanity (Genesis 3:14-15).
  • Eve was cursed with pain in childbirth and subjugation to her husband (Genesis 3:16).
  • Adam was cursed with toil and hardship in working the land (Genesis 3:17-19).
  • Both were expelled from the Garden and forced to live in a fallen world (Genesis 3:23).

Nowhere in this passage does God command them to multiply.

Who Was Commanded to Multiply?

The command to be fruitful and multiply was later given to Noah and his sons after the flood:

Genesis 9:1
“And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth.”

This command was given in a specific context—to repopulate the earth after its destruction. It was not a blanket command for all people in all circumstances.

God Decides When and With Whom to Bring Forth Children

Throughout Scripture, we see that God not only commands people to have children at certain times but also prohibits it in others:

  • God directed Abraham’s servant to find a wife for Isaac from a specific lineage (Genesis 24:7).
  • God commanded Jeremiah not to marry or have children because of the coming judgment upon the land (Jeremiah 16:1-4).

This shows that procreation is not simply a matter of nature—it is directed by God’s wisdom and timing.

God’s Sovereignty Over Creation

God, who created the heavens and the earth, is in full control over life and its continuation. He has the power to give and take away:

  • He made a donkey speak (Numbers 22:28).
  • He commands the stars to shine or fall (Job 38:31-33).
  • He can stop or allow life to be produced according to His will.

If God commands the stars to fall, will they not obey? If He commands mankind to cease producing, will mankind not also obey?

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Get Off The Bus Rosa!!

By Royal Awakening — 8 years ago

Get Off the Bus, Rosa!

Reclaiming the True History of a Forgotten People

For generations, African Americans have been taught that their history begins with slavery and the Civil Rights Movement. The narrative is often reduced to Rosa Parks refusing to give up her bus seat, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. having a dream, and Harriet Tubman freeing enslaved people. Each year, Black History Month reinforces this limited perspective, focusing primarily on slavery and a handful of pioneers. But what about before 1619? Where were you before the transatlantic slave trade? Who were you? Where are your books, your history, your true identity?

A People with a Rich History

The truth is that there are people all over the world who can trace their lineage back thousands of years. Yet, the dominant narrative implies that Black history begins when the first African was sold into slavery, as if Black people suddenly appeared out of the soil of Africa in the 1600s, grew like crops, and were harvested for the slave trade. This is a deception. Your history did not begin in bondage—it began as a chosen people, beloved by God, but disciplined like a father disciplines his children.

The Biblical Identity of a Scattered People

The Bible speaks of a people chosen by God—descendants of Israel—who were rebellious, stiff-necked, and often turned away from Him. Yet, they were also powerful, wise, and filled with music, dance, and celebrations. These people were disciplined by God for their disobedience, repeatedly exiled and enslaved under foreign rulers.

  • Jeremiah 31:9 – “For I am a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn.”
  • Jeremiah 31:20 – “Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child? for since I spake against him, I do earnestly remember him still: therefore my bowels are troubled for him; I will surely have mercy upon him, saith the Lord.”

Despite their disobedience, God never abandoned His people. Each time they were taken into captivity, He sent messengers to guide, teach, and awaken them. However, many of these messengers were mocked, ignored, or even killed.

  • 2 Chronicles 36:15 – “And the Lord God of their fathers sent to them by his messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; because he had compassion on his people, and on his dwelling place.”
  • Isaiah 18:2 – “Go, ye swift messengers, to a nation scattered and peeled.”
  • Malachi 3:1 – “Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me.”

A Cycle of Captivity and Redemption

Each time Israel turned away from God, their captivity under foreign nations grew longer and harsher. It was a pattern similar to a prison sentence—each act of rebellion led to a stricter punishment.

  • Job 36:11-12 – “If they obey and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures. But if they obey not, they shall perish by the sword, and they shall die without knowledge.”
  • Jeremiah 25:11 – “And this whole land shall be a desolation, and an astonishment; and these nations shall serve the king of Babylon seventy years.”
  • Judges 3:8 – “Therefore the anger of the Lord was hot against Israel, and he sold them into the hand of Chushanrishathaim king of Mesopotamia: and the children of Israel served Chushanrishathaim eight years.”
  • Judges 3:14 – “So the children of Israel served Eglon the king of Moab eighteen years.”

Yet, God always left a way for His people to return. When they repented and cried out to Him, He restored them.

  • Jeremiah 29:10 – “That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place.”
  • Ezekiel 39:28 – “Then shall they know that I am the Lord their God, which caused them to be led into captivity among the heathen: but I have gathered them unto their own land, and have left none of them any more there.”
  • Deuteronomy 30:3 – “That then the Lord thy God will turn thy captivity, and have compassion upon thee, and will return and gather thee from all the nations, whither the Lord thy God hath scattered thee.”
  • Zephaniah 3:20 – “At that time will I bring you again, even in the time that I gather you.”

A Light to the Nations

Israel’s suffering was not just a punishment; it was also a lesson for the world. God intended for His people to be an example of righteousness, showing strength with humility, fairness, and justice. Through their trials and restoration, even the nations that enslaved them would come to know the Most High.

  • Psalm 106:47 – “Save us, O Lord our God, and gather us from among the heathen, to give thanks unto thy holy name, and to triumph in thy praise.”
  • Isaiah 56:8 – “The Lord God, which gathereth the outcasts of Israel saith, Yet will I gather others to him, beside those that are gathered unto him.”

The Hidden Truth They Don’t Want You to Know

This is the history that has been kept from you. Your identity has been stolen, your heritage erased, and your true origins concealed. The world has told you that your story begins with chains, but the truth is, you were once kings, priests, and a chosen people with a divine covenant.

It’s time to wake up.

Get off the bus, Rosa, and get into your history.

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You Are Being Sodomized by the Sodomites and it isn’t the Gays

By atlcustoms — 8 years ago

Many have been taught that Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed solely because of homosexuality—that these cities were filled with men engaged in same-sex relations, prompting God to burn them down. This belief is reinforced by the English word “sodomy,” which is defined as sexual acts involving anal or oral intercourse. The term originates from medieval Latin sodomia, referencing Genesis 19:5, where the men of Sodom demand to “know” Lot’s guests. This passage has been commonly interpreted as an indication of homosexual rape.

But is this truly the full story? Let’s take a closer look at what the Bible and other historical texts actually say about Sodom and Gomorrah.

What Does Scripture Say?

In Genesis 18:20-21, God declares that Sodom and Gomorrah’s sins are “very grievous,” prompting Him to investigate further.

Genesis 18:20-21
“And the Lord said, Because the cry of Sodom and Gomorrah is great, and because their sin is very grievous; I will go down now, and see whether they have done altogether according to the cry of it, which is come unto me; and if not, I will know.”

In Genesis 19, the men of Sodom surround Lot’s home and demand that he bring out his guests so that they may “know” them. This phrase has often been interpreted as a request for sexual relations.

Genesis 19:4-5
“But before they lay down, the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter: And they called unto Lot, and said unto him, Where are the men which came in to thee this night? bring them out unto us, that we may know them.”

Lot refuses and even offers his daughters instead, further reinforcing the idea that the men’s intent was violent and immoral.

What Does “Know” Really Mean?

The original Hebrew word for “know” in Genesis 19:5 has often been translated as “to have sexual relations.” However, an alternative reading suggests that the more accurate translation is “to bed“—a reference not to sex, but to an act of torture.

This idea is supported by the Book of Jasher (The book of the Upright), an ancient text referenced in Joshua 10:13 and 2 Samuel 1:18. This book provides additional details on the practices of Sodom and Gomorrah, revealing that “bedding” was a form of sadistic punishment rather than a sexual act.

Jasher 19:3 And by desire of their four judges the people of Sodom and Gomorrah had beds erected in the streets of the cities, and if a man came to these places they laid hold of him and brought him to one of their beds, and by force made him to lie in them.
4 And as he lay down, three men would stand at his head and three at his feet, and measure him by the length of the bed, and if the man was less than the bed these six men would stretch him at each end, and when he cried out to them they would not answer him.
5 And if he was longer than the bed they would draw together the two sides of the bed at each end, until the man had reached the gates of death.
6 And if he continued to cry out to them, they would answer him, saying, Thus shall it be done to a man that cometh into our land.
7 And when men heard all these things that the people of the cities of Sodom did, they refrained from coming there.

What Was “Bedding” in Sodom and Gomorrah?

The Book of Jasher describes the horrific custom of “bedding” strangers who entered the city:

  1. Special beds were placed in the streets. If a traveler entered Sodom, the people would seize him and force him onto one of these beds.
  2. If the man was shorter than the bed, they would stretch him until his body fit its length.
  3. If he was taller than the bed, they would cut him down to size.
  4. If he cried out, they would ignore his pleas for mercy and declare that this was simply the custom of the land.

This was not an act of sexual desire but one of cruelty, humiliation, and brutality.

Genesis 19:7 And said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly. 8 Behold now, I have two daughters which have not known man; let me, I pray you, bring them out unto you, and do ye to them as is good in your eyes: only unto these men do nothing; 9 And they said, Stand back. And they said again, This one fellow came in to sojourn;

Understanding Lot’s Offer and the Corruption of Sodom

In Genesis 19:7-9, Lot attempts to reason with the violent mob outside his home, urging them not to commit wickedness. He then offers his virgin daughters instead, but the crowd refuses and insists on seizing the strangers (the angels).

Many have interpreted this passage to mean that Lot was trying to appease a group of raging homosexuals who wanted to sexually violate the angels. According to this view, the mob rejected his daughters because they were only interested in same-sex relations.

However, the Book of Jasher provides additional context that challenges this interpretation.

The Sin of Sodom: More Than Just Sexual Immorality

According to Jasher 18:13-15, the people of Sodom engaged in public sexual violence and ritualistic abuse during their city-wide festivals. This passage describes how men took their neighbors’ wives and daughters, violating them in plain sight, while their husbands and fathers remained silent. This reveals a deeply corrupt and lawless society where rape and brutality were normalized, not just among men but against women as well.

Thus, when Lot offered his daughters, he was not simply presenting an alternative to an act of homosexuality. Instead, he was making a desperate attempt to protect his guests from a sadistic form of torture that the Sodomites regularly inflicted on strangers.

“And He Will Needs Be a Judge” – The Corrupt Legal System of Sodom

The mob’s response in Genesis 19:9 reveals their hostility toward Lot for attempting to judge their actions:

“And they said, Stand back. And they said again, This one fellow came in to sojourn, and he will needs be a judge: now will we deal worse with thee, than with them.”

The Book of Jasher 19:1-2 expands on this, describing how Sodom had a deeply unjust judicial system run by four corrupt judges. The names of these judges were later translated by Abraham’s servant Eliezer, revealing the nature of their rule:

  • Serak (The Abundant One) → Shakra (The Lustful One)
  • Sharkad (The Free One) → Shakura (The Doubly Lustful One)
  • Zebnac (The Giving One) → Kezobim (The Lost Wanderer, The Confused One)
  • Menon (The Consoling One) → Matzlodin (The One Who Does Not Seek Justice)

These names expose the city’s culture of excess, lust, lawlessness, and injustice. The people of Sodom and Gomorrah did not just engage in immorality—they created a legal system that protected and encouraged wickedness while punishing the righteous.

The Wicked Laws and Customs of Sodom and Gomorrah

The Book of Jasher expands on the deep corruption and brutality that defined Sodom and Gomorrah. Their society was not just immoral but deliberately cruel and unjust, targeting the weak, the poor, and even their own people who showed compassion.

A Corrupt Judicial System

One story from Jasher 19:12-21 illustrates the complete perversion of justice in Sodom:

  • Eliezer, Abraham’s servant, witnessed a man of Sodom attack a stranger, steal his clothes, and leave him naked.
  • When Eliezer intervened to help, the attacker struck Eliezer on the forehead with a stone, causing him to bleed.
  • Shockingly, the attacker demanded payment, claiming that the act of drawing blood was a service, and this was “the custom of the land.”
  • When Eliezer refused, the man took him before Shakra, the judge of Sodom, who ruled in favor of the attacker, ordering Eliezer to pay for his own injury.

This reveals that Sodom’s legal system was not about justice, but about justifying evil.

Systematic Oppression of Strangers and the Poor

The Book of Jasher explains the meaning behind Genesis 18:20, where God declares that the “cry of Sodom and Gomorrah is great”—this was the suffering of the innocent at the hands of a wicked people.

1. Robbing Travelers (Jasher 18:16-17)

  • When a traveler came to Sodom, the entire city would gang up on him, stealing his goods little by little.
  • If he protested, each thief would say, “I only took a little,” until he had nothing left.
  • Once the traveler was left penniless, they would chase him out of the city.

2. Starving the Poor to Death (Jasher 19:8-10)

  • If a poor man entered the city, the people would give him gold and silver, but they would refuse to give him food, ensuring he would starve.
  • When he eventually died, they would take back their money and strip his body of clothing.
  • This cruel practice was repeated every time a poor person entered their land.

The Righteousness of Paltith and Her Martyrdom

One of the most tragic stories involves Paltith, Lot’s daughter.

  • A poor man came to Sodom seeking food, but the city’s cruel law forbade anyone from helping him.
  • Paltith secretly fed him by hiding bread in her water pitcher when she went to fetch water.
  • The people became suspicious when the man survived for many days without food and set a trap.
  • They caught Paltith in the act of giving him bread and brought her before the judges.
  • Her punishment? The people of Sodom burned her alive in the street.

A similar fate befell a young woman in Admah, another city in the region:

  • She offered bread and water to a weary traveler who had nowhere to stay.
  • The people accused her of violating their laws against hospitality.
  • Her punishment was horrific—she was covered in honey and left to be stung to death by bees.
  • Her cries of agony reached the heavens.

The Justification for Sodom’s Destruction

These accounts explain why God declared in Genesis 18:20-21 that Sodom and Gomorrah’s sin was “very grievous.” Their evil was not just about sexual immorality—it was an entire culture built on:

  1. Systematic oppression of the poor and vulnerable
  2. Corrupt courts that rewarded wickedness
  3. Torture and public executions of those who showed compassion
  4. A complete rejection of justice, mercy, and righteousness

God’s judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah was not just an act of divine wrath—it was divine justice against a people who had made cruelty their law.

The Wickedness of Sodom and Gomorrah and God’s Judgment

The Book of Jasher gives deeper insight into the extreme wickedness that consumed Sodom and Gomorrah. Their sins went beyond immorality—they were a people who delighted in cruelty, especially toward the poor and those passing through their cities.

A City of Cruelty and Injustice

  • The people of Sodom were not just inhospitable; they were intentionally brutal.
  • They tortured and starved the poor and needy, refusing to give them even a morsel of bread until they died.
  • If anyone dared to help a starving person, they too would be tortured and put to death.
  • Once their victims died, the people would rob them of all their possessions, even fighting over their belongings until the strongest person claimed them.
  • This was not an isolated practice—it was their law. Anyone who entered their land was subject to their violence, and they would say:
    “Thus shall it be done to any man that enters our land.”
  • They were like a lawless gang of violent mobsters, committing rape, robbery, pillaging, plundering, and murder without remorse.

Why God’s Judgment Was Inevitable

The Bible records in Genesis 19:13 that God’s angels declared:
“For we will destroy this place, because the cry of them is waxen great before the face of the Lord; and the Lord hath sent us to destroy it.”

The Book of Jasher explains why their sins were so great:

  • Jasher 19:44 – Sodom had plenty of food and peace within their land, yet they refused to help the poor and needy.
  • Jasher 19:45 – Their sins became so great that God sent His angels to destroy the city.

Even the Prophet Ezekiel reveals why Sodom was destroyed:

  • Ezekiel 16:49-50 – Their sins were pride, laziness, excess, and cruelty to the poor.
  • Despite having everything they needed, they chose to oppress and mistreat others.
  • Their haughtiness and abominations led God to wipe them out.

God’s Justice and the Perversion of His Law

God is a God of wisdom, justice, and righteousness. He does not only distinguish right from wrong but also just from unjust, fair from unfair. Everything He does has a purpose and reason.

However, there are those who twist God’s laws to fit their own agenda—condemning people based on a part of the law rather than the whole truth.

  • When people spread a distorted version of God’s judgment, they corrupt the understanding of the people.
  • This perversion of God’s law leads to a society that is wicked, unjust, and immoral, just like Sodom and Gomorrah.

Sodom was destroyed because of unchecked evil, and its fate serves as a warning to any nation that rejects justice, mercy, and righteousness in favor of oppression and corruption.

The Spirit of Sodom: Oppression, Injustice, and Cruelty

Sodom and Gomorrah were not just cities of immorality—they were places of systematic oppression, cruelty, and injustice, where the strong preyed on the weak without mercy. Their legacy lives on wherever injustice flourishes.

  • If you use your power to exploit the poor and needy while they suffer and perish, you are acting in the spirit of Sodom.
  • If you are trapped in a system designed to keep you poor, sick, and powerless while others profit from your suffering, you are experiencing the same oppression as the victims of Sodom.
  • If the justice system is built to work against the vulnerable, enforcing unfair and biased laws that strip them of their dignity, wealth, and even their lives while benefiting the rich and powerful—you are witnessing the modern-day spirit of Sodom in action.
  • If you are drowning in debt, struggling under a system that keeps you weak while others grow stronger off your hardship, you are being exploited just as the oppressed were in Sodom.
  • If you live in a place where those in power declare, “We do not want you in our land,” and they subject your people to cruel and inhumane treatment—starvation, torture, public executions, lynchings, and other forms of brutal punishment—you are living in a modern-day Sodom.

Sodom was not just a city—it was a system, a mindset, and a way of life that glorified oppression and fed on injustice. Wherever greed, cruelty, and exploitation thrive at the expense of the poor and powerless, the spirit of Sodom is alive—and history shows that God does not leave such evil unpunished.

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