Intriguing Thought

This morning, I had an intriguing thought. In every language on Earth, we have different names for the same entity. For instance, I call God “Father God” or simply “God,” and I refer to Jesus as “Jesus” or sometimes “Yeshua.” In Spanish, God is called “Dios,” “Señor,” or “Padre,” and in Mexico, the Child Jesus is known as “Niño Dios,” “Chucho,” or “Chuy.”

Regardless of the country we live in or the language we speak, the image of God in our minds is likely quite similar. The same goes for Jesus.

It’s truly amazing to think that God can communicate with all of us in our own languages simultaneously, and Jesus can do the same.

This led me to wonder if God has a native language. Jesus existed with Father God long before creation. Does Jesus have a native language, and is it the same as Father God’s? Since Jesus is known as the Son of God, I imagine they would share the same native language. However, perhaps language, as we understand it, doesn’t exist in God’s realm.

This is what I pondered this morning. If God and Jesus have a native language, what would their names be? Would we even be able to pronounce them? I know, these are kind of unusual thoughts.

Can You Love; Without God?

Can someone who does not believe in a god, love? I believe that they can because there is "that of God in everyone". 

What do Quakers mean by the “Inner Light”?

Here's their answer;

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Here is the problem:

Imagine if we could love all the time—there would be peace, wouldn't there? Picture this: you have a close friend; someone you always enjoy being with. Life feels peaceful. But then something happens, and that peace is shattered. You stop communicating, and suddenly, you don’t want to see them anymore.

This is where Jesus comes in. He did what he did to restore peace, just like a mediator who steps in to heal the broken bond between friends. Jesus would do whatever it takes to bring you back together—even if it meant giving his life.

That's how deeply Father God and His Son, Jesus, love us. They will go to any length to restore peace.

God the Father sent His Son, Jesus, to take on human form. There needed to be a human who could live a flawless life, fully upholding the law, to stand in our place. It wasn't enough for God to simply forgive our sins without justice. Jesus, out of love for the Father and for us, willingly accepted this mission.

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Love is not a solitary feeling; it thrives in connection with others.

Love is a deep emotional bond that transcends mere affection or attraction. It's a multifaceted experience that can encompass feelings of care, compassion, respect, and connection toward others or oneself. Love can manifest in different forms, such as romantic love, familial love, friendship, and self-love, each with its unique dynamics. At its core, love often involves selflessness, vulnerability, and a genuine desire for the well-being of another.

Obeying The Laws VS Love

I had an interesting thought last Sunday morning.

Jews teach about the laws and obeying them. Gentiles - Christians teach about love. If you love but you don't know the laws, will that cause you to obey the laws? Or if you're a Jew and you obey the laws, does that cause you to love?

Here is what ChatGPT came up with:

This question touches on deep theological and philosophical ideas about the relationship between love and law, particularly in the context of Jewish and Christian teachings.

### Jewish Perspective:

In Judaism, the laws (mitzvot) are central to religious practice. They are seen as God's commandments and a way to live a holy and righteous life. While the law is fundamental, it is not merely about external obedience but also about cultivating a relationship with God and fellow humans. The Torah emphasizes love, such as in the commandment to "love your neighbor as yourself" (Leviticus 19:18). In this sense, love and law are intertwined; obeying the laws is seen as an expression of love for God and for others.

### Christian Perspective:

In Christianity, particularly in the New Testament, there is a strong emphasis on love as the fulfillment of the law. For example, in Romans 13:10, it says, "Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore, love is the fulfillment of the law." The idea is that if one truly loves God and others, they will naturally fulfill the moral requirements of the law. Love is seen as the guiding principle that transcends and encompasses the law.

### Interaction Between Love and Law:

1. **If You Love but Don’t Know the Laws:** From a Christian perspective, genuine love can lead to a natural alignment with the moral essence of the law. Love motivates actions that are in harmony with the ethical teachings found in the law. However, without knowledge of the specific laws, a person might unintentionally overlook certain aspects of moral or ritual behavior that are emphasized in religious teachings.

2. **If You Obey the Laws, Does That Cause You to Love?**: From a Jewish perspective, the practice of the laws is intended to cultivate a relationship with God and others. Obeying the laws can indeed foster love, as it involves engaging with the community and living out the values of justice, kindness, and mercy. However, mere obedience without understanding or intention might not lead to love. The laws are ideally obeyed with a heart full of love and devotion, which deepens the experience of those laws.

In summary, love and law are not mutually exclusive. In Judaism, obeying the laws can lead to love, especially when done with the right intention. In Christianity, love is seen as fulfilling the law, and a person who truly loves will naturally act in ways that align with the law’s moral imperatives. Both traditions suggest that love and law are deeply interconnected, and each can lead to the other when approached with the right mindset.

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Then I thought, we are all sinners and have broken the peace between each other and God. God's son, Yeshua Jesus, came to earth as a human, lived a perfect obedient life, so he could be the spotless sacrifice for our disobedience so that peace may be restored. We can repent and accept the forgiveness provided to us through his sacrifice?

Repenting means that we want to change, and God wants to help us with that as well.

A Righteous Man

 A righteous man is someone who follows moral principles and ethical conduct, consistently striving to do what is right, just, and fair in all their actions and interactions. Such a person embodies qualities like honesty, integrity, compassion, and a strong sense of justice. In many religious and philosophical traditions, a righteous man is also seen as living in accordance with divine or spiritual laws. 

In my view, none of these qualities are evident in Trump. It appears to me that Trump does not advance the gospel of Yeshua (Jesus Christ); instead, he seems to use Christianity to further his own agenda.