#salvation in Jesus Christ

[heartsings77]

[fangdokja]

Light in the Abyss: A Jesus Journey

“Even in shadows, there’s light.”

Discover the sacred flame of hope amid the darkness. Light in the Abyss offers a sanctuary for those wandering through twisted paths, a space to reflect and heal. This masterlist fuses faith and comfort with the raw reality of human struggles, serving as an oasis of warmth for weary souls. Step into a journey where light pierces even the darkest corners.

What You'll Find

🌟 Comfort Content: Reblogs and reflections to soothe the soul. 🎨 Jesus Art: Stunning visuals that blend divinity with raw emotion. 🎵 Song Recommendations: Worship tracks and hymns to uplift your spirit. 📖 Bible Verses: Handpicked scriptures to guide and inspire. 🛐 Thoughtful Devotionals: Musings on grace, love, and faith. 📹 TikTok Gems: Jesus-centered videos, from thought-provoking to joy-filled. 💭 Light Thoughts: Short, heartwarming reminders of hope and strength.

Why You’ll Love It: When the weight of dead dove or psychological twists gets heavy, this is your divine reprieve. Let Jesus’ love illuminate your path, offering comfort and strength for the road ahead. Whether you need a break or a spark of hope, this masterlist stands as a reminder: The light is never truly gone.

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Table of Contents

⭐ : Author's Personal Favorites

Art Appreciation

Jesus in Hades video game art style

Memes

"Did you just post a meme on Shabbatt?"

"God will you make your life peaceful and give you everything you want."

TikTok Videos

"Faith isn't my problem, I think I was a mistake."

"I am the law of Moses."

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[ethereal-mystic-review]

A Deeper Engagement with Scripture: Exploring "The Holy Bible: With Visualized Art & Mystic Manifestation" (Digital Ebook)

In my ongoing exploration of religious texts, I recently encountered "The Holy Bible: With Visualized Art & Mystic Manifestation" (Digital Ebook). This innovative resource has significantly enhanced my understanding and appreciation of the scriptures.

Enhanced Comprehension Through Visual Storytelling

This digital Bible departs from the standard format by incorporating impactful artwork alongside the text. Each chapter or verse is accompanied by a relevant illustration, ranging from detailed depictions of biblical scenes to symbolic representations of key themes. These visuals are not merely decorative; they serve a critical pedagogical function.

By leveraging the power of visual storytelling, the artwork enhances comprehension, particularly of complex concepts and historical contexts. For example, the illustration accompanying the creation story provided a visually compelling representation of this momentous event, fostering a deeper understanding of its grandeur and significance.

Unveiling Deeper Meanings with Mystic Manifestation

"The Holy Bible: With Visualized Art" transcends simply presenting the text. It offers a unique approach termed "Mystic Manifestation," which equips readers with tools to delve into the scripture's profound spiritual meaning. Scattered throughout the text are guided meditations, affirmations, and thought-provoking reflection prompts.

These features proved to be particularly insightful. The guided meditations facilitated a state of mental quietude, enabling deeper connection with the message. The affirmations served as powerful reminders of divine love and grace, while the reflection prompts encouraged personal contemplation of the scriptures' relevance in my own life.

The meditation on the Beatitudes stands out as a particularly impactful experience. Following the guided practice, the words resonated with a newfound depth, leaving me with a profound sense of inner peace and centeredness.

Interactive Features Foster Active Learning

"The Holy Bible: With Visualized Art" goes beyond a static text format. It incorporates interactive features that cater to diverse learning styles, fostering a more dynamic and engaging experience. These features include audio narrations that allow for simultaneous listening and reading, as well as multimedia presentations that provide a more holistic understanding of the content.

The inclusion of interactive quizzes and study guides was particularly valuable. These tools enabled me to assess my comprehension of the text and solidify my grasp of key concepts. Additionally, they served as springboards for further exploration, prompting me to delve deeper into specific passages that resonated with me on a personal level.

A Transformative Tool for Spiritual Growth

"The Holy Bible: With Visualized Art & Mystic Manifestation" transcends the category of a digital Bible. It offers an immersive and transformative experience that fosters a deeper connection with scripture. This resource has empowered me to move beyond simply reading the Bible; it has facilitated active engagement with its wisdom, allowing me to internalize its teachings and apply them to my daily life. This innovative digital resource has become an invaluable tool on my personal journey of spiritual growth and self-discovery.

[lionofthegoldsun]

[Submission to Governing Authorities]

Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. For rulers hold no terror for those who do right, but for those who do wrong. Do you want to be free from fear of the one in authority? Then do what is right and you will be commended. For the one in authority is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for rulers do not bear the sword for no reason. They are God’s servants, agents of wrath to bring punishment on the wrongdoer. Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of conscience.

This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing. Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.

-Romans 13:1-7

[wholehear-ts]

[grace-of-spades1]

SERIOUSLY, REPENT

REPENT FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN IS AT HAND. JESUS IS COMING BACK

[karisumawrites]

Jesus, thank You for not giving up on me. I repent for the times I sinned and refused to listen to what is right. Amen.

[10yrsyart]

Luke 15:7, "There is more joy in heaven over one lost sinner who repents and returns to God than over ninety-nine others who were righteous and haven't strayed away!"

i was thinking about this verse recently and wondering.. how different it would be if people could see just how important they are to God. so important in fact that the Creator of the universe, an everlasting Being, came down Himself to experience death to set us free from Death. if you were the only human needing redemption, He would have gone through it all just for you.

it's up to you to accept or reject this payment on your behalf. there's no way to pay it yourself, you can never be "good enough" to make it to Heaven. He took on your punishment for you and only His sacrifice absolves you from it. if you reject Him, He will honor that decision, and you'll spend eternity separated from Him and all joy, light, and happiness. not because He's cruel, but because all good things stem from the Lord. there is no life without Jesus Christ.

the experience of the man in this comic is actually based on many testimonies i've listened to. people cried out to Jesus, and either saw or felt His love and were changed. don't wait! you have the entirety of Heaven cheering you on, longing for you to join our family. the hole in your heart can only be filled by the Holy Spirit's Presence. don't reject your opportunity to experience God's wonders forever, in a reality far greater than Earth could ever hope to be.

"For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, so that whoever believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)

transcript:

Saint 1: Quick! It's happening!

Man: (sighs)

Demon 1: Things aren't gonna get better, y'know? At least you're not believing in a fairy tale like them.

Demon 2: Reality, not delusion!

Demon 3: Only you can change your life. You're the master of your own destiny!

Man: I've tried everything, but I still feel empty...

Demon 1: Better than being trapped under a bunch of religious rules forever. Is that what you want?

Demon 2: You're worth nothing. You don't deserve any help.

Demon 3: Worthless, worthless~

Man: I'm so sick of this. It's all pointless.. I just want it to stop...

Demon 1: Yes, it's pointless!

Demon 2: Even if you call, no one will answer!

Demon 3: You might as well end it now. There's nothing in your future-

Man: Jesus!

Saint 2: HAH!

Saint 3: Yes!!

Demons (all): NO! No No No No No No No

Man: If you're real, prove it to me! I can't do this. Help me, I need you!

Saint 4: Yeaaaah!

Saint 5: That's right!

Saint 6: I love this part!

Saint 7: WOOOH! YESHUA!

Man: ..Forgive me.

Jesus: (smiles) Welcome home, My son.

Saint 8: He did it!!

Saint 9: Yes!

Saint 10: JESUS!!

Saint 11: Atta boy!

Angel 1: HAH! GOT'M!

Saint 12: Did you see that?!

Saint 13: A new family member!

Angel 2: Hallelujah!

Angel 3: Praise Yah!

Saint 14: Thank You.

Saint 15: I can't wait until he gets here!

Heavenly voices: Our Lord Jehovah! Hallelujah! Praise Yahweh forever! Holy Holy Holy. Yeshua our Savior! Is the Lord God Almighty.

Saint 7: WOOOH! YESHUA!!

God the Father: (smiles)

Man: ...I don't feel empty.

[thelordismylightandmysalvation]

Verse of the Day - 1 John 4:19

[palavratododia]

Esta imagem representa como meu coração esteve muitas e muitas vezes, mas encontrei um ugar que não doi mais. Já esteve assim?

[heartsings77]

[fangdokja]

"Faith isn't my problem, I think I was a mistake.”

This particular scene always hits me hard. I kind of always made fun of Simon before because of how hot headed he is, until I realized, that I relate uhhh. I can understand the "I think I was a mistake." Like self worth issues I hear you. wahaha.

And I also relate to the "why are you healing and helping other people, what about me, God??". It's not about envy, but it's that feeling that God has abandoned you, like if you read the books of Job and Lamentations (my favorite Bible book), or even Psalms or Numbers and other books in the Bible, it's like that. Like with everything that's happening, has God abandoned you? Because it sure feels like it.

But, that's why we have to walk by faith and not by sight. I'm not saying it's easy. It's fricking hard. DIFFICULT. Following Jesus is the most difficult thing anyone can do, but it's worth it. Especially if you have nothing, where else or who else can you rely on.

[disciplesofjehovah]

We have to be careful who we hang out with.

[inamoratasonata]

on Corinthians 13:4-8

 "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

Love never fails."

Now read it again with "God" instead of "love."

 "God is patient, God is kind. He does not envy, He does not boast, He is not proud. He does not dishonor others, He is not self-seeking, He is not easily angered, He keeps no record of wrongs. God does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. He always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

God never fails."

Now read it once more from your name, this is how God sees you, this is how he calls you to serve him, who he is calling you to be.

"(your name) is patient, (your name) is kind. (your name) does not envy, (your name) does not boast, (your name) is not proud. (your name) does not dishonor others, (your name) is not self-seeking,(your name) is not easily angered, (your name) keeps no record of wrongs. (your name) does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. (your name) always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

God never fails, and he didn't when he made you. You are beautiful, you are loved, you are exactly who you are supposed to be.

@idylls-of-the-divine-romance

[apenitentialprayer]

Okay, so in the Summa, Saint Thomas Aquinas argues that any one Member of the Trinity could have become Incarnate, and that it was simply that it was most fitting that it was the Son. Thomas gives three explanations for his reasoning:

All things were created in and through the Son, and that gives Him "a certain common agreement with all creatures," and it is the craftsman's sense of duty upon seeing his damaged work that he "restores it when it has fallen into ruin."

That a share of the Divine life is an inheritance given to the human race through the Incarnation; and since an inheritance is given from a parent to a child, it would make sense that the human race be united to God through the Son, the only begotten Child.

Original Sin entered the human race through the eating of the fruit of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. Given the first sin was an illegitimate seizure of wisdom, it was right that the Wisdom of God Himself become Incarnate in order to be seized by men.

And these are interesting. But I'm reading Bernard of Clairvaux's sermons for Advent, and in his Six Circumstances for the Coming of the Lord, he suggests another reason: In attempting to become like God, Adam and Eve and the fallen angels attempted to take the birthright of the eternal Son, the true image of the Father. This act of trying to usurp the glory of God's only begotten Son causes the Son to freely give His glory to the attempted usurpers. Bernard places the following monologue in the pre-Incarnate Christ's mouth:

My Father . . . made two noble orders sharing His reason, capable of participating in His beatitude: angels and men. But behold, on My account He has ruined a multitude of His angels and the entire race of men. Therefore, that they may know that I love my Father, He shall receive back through Me what in a certain way He seems to have lost through Me. 'It is on my account this storm has arisen; take me and cast me into the sea' [Jonah 1:12]. All are envious of Me; behold, I come, and will exhibit Myself to them in such a guise as that whoever shall wish may become like Me; whatsoever I shall do they may imitate, so that their envy shall be made good and profitable to them.

So the Son, whose position as Him who is most like the Father is envied, transforms that envy into something good; He shares His nature as the beloved of the Father, and He does so in such a way that our deepest desire to be loved plays a part in that salvation. We, who wanted to be like God, now truly have a way of imitating Him. And that's neat.