Who Are The Sons of God?

When Jesus returns as KING of all creation, everyone will know the Sons of God, those who follow HIM until the end, persevering and overcoming all evil and darkness, relying on Jesus and His Grace alone. When we love our enemies by Grace, we become Jesus’ GREATER WORKS and glorify His Good Life to the delight of our Father in Heaven.

"Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh..." Hebrews 10:19-20

The identity of the Sons of God will be unmistakable, for our love for our enemies will characterize us. Each time we choose to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Jesus, actively loving our enemies, we contribute to satan's defeat. People of God, followers of Jesus, by Grace extend love to everyone, including our enemies.

"Looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God." Hebrews 12:2

As Jesus people, FOLLOWERS of Jesus Christ, we are recognized by our humility, readiness to acknowledge our sins and weaknesses, and unwavering trust in God's Grace. Even amidst challenges, we pray confidently, knowing that King Jesus, the embodiment of RIGHTEOUSNESS, will bring about restoration through Grace. Our love knows no bounds, especially towards those who mistreat us, as we pray for and extend love to even those who reject us. Committed to obeying the command to love, we anticipate Jesus intervening and making all things RIGHT.

"Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Hebrews 4:14-16

We all have two choices: to follow THE WAY OF CHRIST or to follow SELF. Surrender everything to KING JESUS or rely on our ambition, strength, and power. RECEIVE Jesus’ Grace, or lean upon our own understanding, and follow our own way. GRACE or self-confidence, self-reliance, self-determination, self-defense, self-assurance, and the SELF-MADE MAN?

"For it was fitting that he, for whom and by whom all things exist, in bringing many sons to glory, should make the founder of their salvation perfect through suffering." Hebrews 2:10

Jesus Passed The Test For Everyone

In this life, we are guaranteed to face fierce challenges to our faith. Jesus passed the test, made THE WAY for us, and said, “FOLLOW ME!” By Grace, Jesus has provided each of us with THE ONLY WAY TO THE FATHER. Jesus said, “FOLLOW ME,” and He meant it.

"Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful." Hebrews 10:23

In this life, we can choose to follow the Spirit of God, which embodies life, truth, and Grace, or to pursue our own path. There's no middle ground; we must be fully committed to Jesus or ourselves. Jesus is distinguishing between HIS SHEEP and the goats by granting the desires and will of each. For those who wholeheartedly deny themselves and embrace Grace, Jesus assures that everything will be set RIGHT for those with faith. Similarly, for those who prefer to go it alone, Jesus respects that choice. Eternal life awaits both HIS SHEEP and goats, and once Jesus closes the door, the distinction will be eternal.

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us..." Hebrews 12:1

SHEEP Live with God in Christ fully empowered by Grace for all eternity. GOATS live with satan and his cohorts under their own power and resources, which is none. When we love our enemies by Grace, we become Jesus’ GREATER WORKS, living and demonstrating His Good Life to the world and beyond.

"Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God." Hebrews 13:15-16

In this life, we all face trials and tribulations–EVERYONE. It is in the trials and tribulations we prove ourselves or surrender to God’s Grace. This means that our actual true self emerges under pressure. We either lean totally on our LORD and SAVIOR Jesus, calling upon Him as our Shepherd, Master, Healer, and Provider, or we rely on our own strength and wisdom. We get plenty of trials to make the RIGHT CHOICE. But whatever choice we make, we live with forever. Make sure you are making the right choice–GRACE.

"For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives." Hebrews 12:6

In this life, the choice is between following the path of humility and faith (The New Man), trusting God completely to meet our every need, or following the path of self-importance and fighting for everything you need and get (The Old Man).

"Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming." Matthew 24:42

By God’s Grace, we can choose to DENY SELF, PICK UP OUR CROSS, FOLLOW JESUS, and enjoy God’s complete SALVATION. When we love our enemies by Grace, we become Jesus’ GREATER WORKS, living through His Good Life.

"And we have the prophetic word more fully confirmed, to which you will do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts." 2 Peter 1:19

What is SALVATION?

Salvation requires being made entirely perfect by God Himself and fully approved and accepted by God Himself after being made perfect. It requires absolute surrender and obedience. Salvation is perseverance under trial by Grace. Salvation is God’s patience under trial by Grace. Salvation is God’s kindness, gentleness, and the ability to lay down our lives and love our enemies, even to the point of death on a cross.

"All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16-17

God’s SALVATION is God’s work. By Grace, we are either UNDER GRACE or under the law and the curse. By Grace, we are IN CHRIST, SAVED BY GRACE ALONE, born again by the will of God and translated into His Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of His Love. We can’t do anything to earn Salvation; it is a free gift of God’s love for Humanity.

"We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life." Romans 6:4

Those IN CHRIST are THE NEW MAN, the New Humanity, with the NEW DNA. Jesus came to show us THE WAY, the only way to the Father. Jesus, in His self-giving love and radical generosity, has made THE WAY, the Narrow Way, available to those under GRACE.

"But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: 'God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.'" James 4:6

Grace is God’s original plan, and it's all in His original blueprints for Humanity. Jesus came to conquer SIN and FLESH to usher in the NEW HUMANITY, the second ADAM. Jesus came to give us a completely new life in the new humanity under new DNA, spiritual DNA.

"But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light." 1 Peter 2:9

To choose Grace, we humble ourselves and confess our absolute inability to save ourselves. We humble ourselves DAILY, readily confessing every weakness and our absolute need of Jesus to be our Savior, Lord, Master, King, High Priest, and Prophet RECEIVED BY GRACE–the free gift of God. Grace can only be RECEIVED as a gift; it can’t be earned or merited. Any attempt to earn it or gain Grace by merit will lose all Grace.

"But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ." 2 Corinthians 11:3

The War in Heaven is Over

The fight in Heaven and now playing out on Earth is over our DNA. Jesus has called us, justified us, and sanctified us, and now wants to GLORIFY US with Himself and the Father for all eternity IN THE NEW HUMANITY, the supernatural spirit man living through the love of God powered by His Grace.

"For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ." John 1:17

Since the beginning of time, satan has been attempting to corrupt our DNA and trick us into giving up our birthright as Children of God. Satan has been doing everything he can to thwart and deny THE NEW HUMANITY, the NEW MAN, the MAN OF GRACE.

"For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say 'No' to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age." Titus 2:11-12

Satan is attempting to hijack the New Humanity by creating the counterfeit, attempting to trick us into giving up Grace and standing on our own strength, power, and wisdom through religion.

"So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh." Galatians 5:16

Jesus came in Grace and Truth, and He has given each of us the same exact measure of Grace and Truth. It is a choice: RECEIVE GOD’s GRACE or rely on your SELF.

"Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Colossians 3:16-17

As we CHOOSE JESUS, we are CHOOSING God’s Grace. For those who choose God’s Grace, we are being transformed from the inside out, as KING JESUS, the KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS, makes everything RIGHT by Grace working through love.

"For by one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy." Hebrews 10:14

The Ministry of the Holy Spirit

As we CHOOSE GRACE, the Holy Spirit comes in, and we are BORN AGAIN, born of the Truth, born of the Spirit. IN CHRIST, we become the NEW HUMANITY, the Child of God, made in His image. For those who CHOOSE GRACE, the Holy Spirit transforms us into the NEW MAN, totally removing the old. We transform from the natural man to the spiritual man by Grace.

"For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building." 1 Corinthians 3:9

First came the NATURAL, then came the SPIRITUAL. When we love our enemies by Grace, we become Jesus’ GREATER WORKS, shining forth His supernatural Good Life.

"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do, he will do also; and greater works than these he will do; because I go to the Father." John 14:12

God is building HIS HOUSE. We are His House. Jesus is the MASTER BUILDER, and we are the LIVING STONES He uses to build His House upon the foundation of CHRIST–GRACE.

"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Matthew 6:33

Seek the KINGDOM of GOD and all these things will be added to you. All of God’s promises are YES and AMEN by Grace. Jesus will give you His humility, trust, and faith to follow Him through every trial, tribulation, and affliction.

"Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." Psalm 23:6

We are God’s House of Worship. Jesus is building God’s House of WORSHIP. Worship is trusting God and His Grace through every fight all the way to the end. Worship is walking by Grace through His patience, perseverance, and endurance.

"For the Father loves the Son, and shows Him all things that He Himself is doing; and the Father will show Him greater works than these, so that you will marvel." John 5:20

Jesus, our only teacher, has come to teach us HOW TO LIVE IN HIS KINGDOM as the NEW HUMANITY powered by Grace.

"Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?" 1 Corinthians 3:16

Jesus is Reigning on the Throne of Grace

Jesus laid down His life for us in obedience to His Father’s will. Jesus laid down His power, wisdom, might, and righteousness to regain full authority over creation. HE DID IT. Jesus is the only way to the Father.

"If any man destroys the temple of God, God will destroy him, for the temple of God is holy, and that is what you are." 1 Corinthians 3:17

Jesus is sitting on the THRONE OF GRACE. When we love our enemies through Grace, we become Jesus’ GREATER WORKS, following Jesus through His Good Life.

"Or what agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; just as God said, “I will dwell in them and walk among them; And I will be their God, and they shall be My people ." 2 Corinthians 6:16

Jesus trusted God, rescued us, and destroyed satan and all his strongholds, including death. Jesus us calls us to repent, rejoice, and to share the Good News of the Gospel of Grace.

"For He rescued us from the domain of darkness, and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son," Colossians 1:13

Jesus is the PIONEER of the New Humanity, the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. He is our HIGH PRIEST in the Order of Melchizedek. Jesus took His own blood and sprinkled it on the Mercy Seat in Heaven. He is the FAITHFUL HIGH PRIEST who has made us RIGHT forever.

“For it is attested of Him, “You are a priest forever According to the order of Melchizedek.” Hebrews 7:17

Jesus is the builder of God’s House, and He is in charge of everything. Jesus is calling us to join Him as PIONEERS of His Grace, to be transformed into His image and likeness of God. We are God’s LIVING STONES, and Jesus is building God’s House with us and through us, those who surrender all.

"Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come." 2 Corinthians 5:17

We will be tested in the wilderness. In the test, we reveal our choice: Jesus and Grace or self and Satan.

"Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect." Romans 12:1-2

Jesus was the last and final sacrifice that made everything RIGHT, once and for all. RECEIVE by Faith what Jesus did for us all, and glorify your Father in Heaven. Jesus is the final and only solution for SIN and SALVATION, making everything RIGHT by Grace.

"but whenever a person turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit." 2 Corinthians 3:16-18

We Are His Living Stones

We, as living stones, are Jesus' body, His sanctuary to worship God. We are His House of Worship and Prayer. By Grace, the Holy Spirit is transforming us from the inside out, and consequently, Jesus has made us pure, holy, and clean, ready to dwell with God forever.

"When he puts forth all his own, he goes ahead of them, and the sheep follow him because they know his voice." John 10:4

Jesus is GOD’s PLAN, GOD’s WAY, and GOD’s HOUSE, and we are HIS BODY. By Faith, Jesus is writing His word on the walls of our hearts. With every trial and tribulation and confession of sin and weakness, Jesus takes our sins and failures and exchanges them for His LIFE powered by God’s Grace.

"I have other sheep, which are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will hear My voice; and they will become one flock with one shepherd." John 10:16

Jesus calls us to lay down our lives and WORSHIP HIM in every choice we make. When we love our enemies by Grace, we become Jesus’ GREATER WORKS, the Good Life of Jesus Christ.

"But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you," Matthew 5:44

God called Jesus our High Priest, and Jesus has invited us to enter His REST, His LIFE, the With-GOD Life, the promised Good Life.

“But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you." Luke 6:27-28

Stay the course, persevere, and live in the SPIRIT empowered by Grace to fulfill God’s perfect will for our lives. God fully intends for us to DWELL WITHIN HIS HOUSE FOREVER. We are God’s House being built by Grace, built upon the foundation of Christ, with Jesus as the cornerstone.

"But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He Himself is kind to ungrateful and evil men." Luke 6:35

This is the reason God, through Jesus our Great Shepherd is separating the SHEEP from the GOATS. God is about to take full occupancy of His House, His House of Prayer and Worship, the House His Son built–we are His House.

"Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful." Luke 6:36

To the Carnal Christian

To those who have been merely going through the motions, to those who have been satisfied with shallow religiosity, the time for complacency is over. Now is the moment to awaken from spiritual slumber, cast aside the trappings of empty religion, and fully surrender every aspect of your life to Jesus Christ.

"Do this, knowing the time, that it is already the hour for you to awaken from sleep; for now salvation is nearer to us than when we believed." Romans 13:11

The call is urgent; the stakes are high. Choose today to forsake the allure of the world and embrace the transformative power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Gospel of Grace.

"so that, as sin reigned in death, even so grace would reign through righteousness to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans 5:21

Surrender your will, your desires, and your ambitions, and allow Jesus to reign supreme in every corner of your being. It is only through this radical abandonment of self that true life, true joy, and true fulfillment are found. Do not delay, for tomorrow is not promised.

"For if by the transgression of the one, death reigned through the one, much more those who receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ." Romans 5:17

Today, right now, surrender all to Jesus and experience the abundant, overflowing life that He promises to those who follow Him wholeheartedly.

URGENT MESSAGE TO THE CHURCHES OF AMERICA!

The typical American can achieve basic elementary proficiency in Japanese after investing 150 to 200 hours of diligent study over three years. In stark contrast, even the most enthusiastic Christian typically receives only 25 hours of Christ-centered teaching annually. When we compare these numbers, it becomes evident why today's secularized consumer-oriented church, focused on satisfying worldly desires, fails to bring about true transformation. This reality is deeply disheartening. At our current pace of spiritual training, it would take Christians hundreds of years to undergo significant transformation.

JESUS IS THE ONLY ANSWER! PAY ATTENTION CHURCH!

Throughout the Bible, especially in the New Testament and the letter to the Hebrews, Jesus is not just presented as superior to all other people, figures, and government systems but as the ultimate high priest, prophet, and KING. Jesus surpasses all earthly priests, prophets, and kings. Jesus' sacrifice is portrayed as surpassing all previous sacrifices and as the ultimate ONE and FINAL ALL-SUFFICIENT sacrifice. Jesus IS THE MEDIATOR of the New Covenant of Grace, superior to the Old Covenant in every way, so much so the NEW fulfills, satisfies, and completes the OLD.

The concept of the NEW and LIVING COVENANT OF GRACE, established IN CHRIST, is THE MAIN THEME OF THE NEW TESTAMENT. Jesus' New Covenant, established by His Blood, starkly contrasts the old covenant of the Mosaic Law and SHINES eternal truth, GLORIFYING THE FATHER FOREVER. Through Jesus and the covenant covered by His Blood, FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST gain access to forgiveness of ALL SINS and are reconciled, wholly restored with God as our eternal Father, dwelling within Him forever.

The Bible emphasizes the importance of faith and trust in God's Grace alone. For one example of many, the writer of Hebrews draws upon numerous examples from the Old Testament to illustrate THE FAITH of various SAINTS of the OLD (Abrahan, Moses, David, etc.), emphasizing that it is through FAITH ALONE that we please God and inherit all HIS promises.

The sacrificial system of the Old Testament is compared and contrasted with Jesus Christ's sacrificial suffering, death, and resurrection to the eternal GLORIFIED LIFE by God's Grace.

The Bible declares how Jesus' sacrifice atones for sin once and for all, rendering the old sacrificial system obsolete. Followers of Christ are encouraged to identify with ALL HIS LIFE, including HIS sacrifice, and, in humility and gratitude, continually offer spiritual sacrifices of praise and worship. And be willing to FOLLOW JESUS, lay down your life, deny yourself, and pick up your cross, FOLLOWING JESUS into the presence of God ETERNALLY!

The Bible repeatedly urges followers of Jesus to endure trials and persevere in HIS FAITH. It encourages us to remain steadfast in Grace in the face of persecution and hardship, knowing that God is faithful and will ultimately reward those who endure to the end.

The Bible emphasizes the importance of community and mutual support among FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST. We are urged to LOVE ONE ANOTHER, show hospitality, and care for those in need. We are also encouraged to respect and support our leaders who serve us by washing our feet.

The Bible warns against abandoning the faith and returning to "works of the law," human efforts, or human wisdom—false teachings. Self-help is satan’s alone. Believers are urged to hold fast to their confession of faith and remain IN THE GRACE OF GOD, Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.

The Bible declares Jesus Christ's supremacy, the significance of HIS FAITHFULNESS, and the enduring hope of THE NEW COVENANT IN HIS BLOOD. We are constantly encouraged to persevere in our faith, LOVE ONE ANOTHER, and fix our eyes on Jesus alone to make everything RIGHT as we journey through life's challenges.

To the modern carnal consumer churches, heed these words:

Return to your FIRST LOVE! You have worked hard and endured much, but have you forgotten your first love? Have you strayed from the passionate devotion you once had for Jesus? Turn back now, for you have fallen far from where you once stood.

Beware of false teaching! Do not be deceived by false teachers who lead you away from the truth of the Gospel of God’s Grace, Jesus Christ our Messiah. Do not compromise with the world or indulge in practices that dishonor God, like self-help. Stand firm in the faith and resist the allure of worldly solutions and pleasures.

We are called to humble ourselves, confess our sins, and repent—think differently about God’s all-sufficient Grace. More importantly, we are called to boldly ask for MORE GRACE: If you have strayed from the path, then confess, ask for forgiveness, repent, and RECEIVE GRACE and MERCY from God.

Do not become complacent or satisfied with your lukewarm faith–WAKEUP. Confess! By Grace, ask the KING of RIGHTEOUSNESS to make everything RIGHT IN YOU. Ask Jesus to strengthen you to overcome the temptations and trials of this world that threaten to derail you. Let these trials promote you and refine you. Ask boldly for Grace to hold fast to the truth of God's Word and SHINE through the trials, glorifying the Son and the Father.

Seek and then listen to the HOLY SPIRIT! Ask God to open your ears to hear the voice of the Spirit speaking to the churches. Pay attention to the warnings and TRUTH, and respond with absolute surrender, obedience, and humility.

Ask for and then embrace God's Discipline and Correction. Do not despise the discipline of the Lord, our Father, for it is a sign of His love for you. Allow His correction to shape and mold you into who He has called you to be.

Live in anticipation of Christ's Return. EVERY DAY, LET'S KEEP WATCH for the coming of the Lord and be prepared for His inevitable arrival. Do not be caught off guard or unprepared, but eagerly await His coming with faith and anticipation.

Hold fast to God's promises in Grace and remember them during trial and testing. Trust in His faithfulness and GRACE ALONE, and rely on His strength to sustain you through every challenge.

May these words serve as a wake-up call to modern churches in America, urging us all to return to our first love, stand firm in the faith provided by Grace, and live in anticipation of our Lord Jesus Christ's glorious return —AMEN!