11 things I wish I knew as a new Christian: 1. The Sinner’s Prayer isn’t Biblical 2. You don’t have to hear God’s audible voice 3. You don’t have to “feel God” all the time 4. Sinless Perfection is impossible and heretical 5. Not everyone speaks in tongues 6. Faith is more than just mental ascent 7. When you pray, pray in faith 8. What it means to have a relationship with Jesus 9. God’s will for my life 10. The social gospel is a false gospel 11. Works are a natural fruit of genuine salvation, not what you force out

@Peregrin3

2 жыл бұрын

@Calm in the Storm It does strongly encourage getting together with fellow believers. The name of the location is irrelevant but church is the most convenient place to meet.

@rtdodge3839

2 жыл бұрын

@Calm in the Storm No where in the Bible does it tell us not to beat our heads with a hammer, but most people just know some things are bad for us, and some things are good, like thinking, for instance.

@brandonjames6266

2 жыл бұрын

Romans 10:9 New International Version 9 If you declare(A) with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,”(B) and believe(C) in your heart that God raised him from the dead,(D) you will be saved.(E)

@markcolby2927

2 жыл бұрын

@@brandonjames6266 Exactly!

@Window4503

2 жыл бұрын

@Calm in the Storm You don’t have to “go to church”, but worshiping God and interacting with other believers are things Christians do (and obedience to the summary of the law, loving God and neighbor). As part of the body, we’re all called to love and interact with the church, that is, other believers. Since our churches are modeled after the early church’s forms of gathering and worship (though we’re much less hospitable), going to church is considered obeying these two commands, plus it’s easier than tracking down Christians yourself or only choosing to spend time with those you find the easiest to love (which would be unChristlike).

I remember watching my very young children looking at their preschool storybook Bible. My one year old son pointed to the tree in the story of Adam and Eve and said, "Apple tree!" My three year old daughter responded, "No, William, that's a knowledge of good and evil tree!" 😂

I almost fell out of my chair laughing when Melissa spoke about the "gift of hospitality", because I never even realized I had that gift *as I'm preparing today to host 40 people I do NOT know tomorrow, as the resistance against the Federal Mandates*...LOL I seriously open my home to EVERYONE AND ANYONE, and have never given it a second thought...lol This is a very informative video! Thank You! God has led me into a ton of truth since my radical salvation in Oct 2016, but I was certainly ignorant to several of these. Thank You!

@Peace-wm7vc

2 жыл бұрын

I laughed so hard too cos I’m d opposite, I lack that gift 🙈🙈🙈 I’d rather pay for a meal in a restaurant than cook for ppl in my house and then face d dishes afterwards. It’s easier to sit n talk with ppl than serve them 😂😂😂

@hismercysavessallysue5927

2 жыл бұрын

@@Peace-wm7vc I agree with you...lol But over the years I've learned to prepare the food, etc the day before, and I have it all down pretty much to a science now, so I may have all the food out and ready to roll, so I may sort of relax and engage during the gathering, versus constantly running around "hosting", and I keep clean up to a minimum using paper plates, etc...lol Although, it still took me 2 hours after our meeting yesterday to clean my home and get it back to the way I like it...lol I just never realized it was a gift, but it has to be, because I've done this my entire adult life, and have never given it a second thought. I actually enjoy hosting & feeding people.

@Peace-wm7vc

2 жыл бұрын

@@hismercysavessallysue5927 wow! It’s an admirable gift 🙌🏽🙌🏽 May God continue to grace you with strength n provision so you can just flow in it as you serve Him through serving His people 💐

@joyceyou3972

2 жыл бұрын

@@Peace-wm7vc Me too- Or have people wandering through my house! Though, you are also displaying hospitality when you invite them out for a meal...but you probably have other gifts as well!

@Peace-wm7vc

2 жыл бұрын

@@joyceyou3972 Wow, thank you for your words, I’m encouraged. Thank you

I went to a Christian school when I was young, and I remember always wondering why we bowed our heads to pray. I even said when I was little, "why do we look at the ground to pray if God is in heaven, shouldn't we look up?" And anytime I pray, I always look up without even thinking about it.

Does anyone else pray lying on their back in the dark, like they're in therapy

@heaven9378

2 жыл бұрын

I do that more more often than not 😊

@orangeblossom9279

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes I just lay on my bed with my face down and pray.

@abidingewe2065

2 жыл бұрын

🙋

@strangerinmoscow6858

2 жыл бұрын

@@orangeblossom9279 how do you breathe lol

@Window4503

2 жыл бұрын

Yes and I almost always fall asleep so now I try do it only if the prayer is short

Thanks Melissa!!! Yes girl! I'm a semi new believer of 2 1/2 years. I'm an ex-New Ager, LGBTQ, and mormon. Jesus came to me, and delivered me in my living room in my studio apartment. I was looking for truth, because I was so confused with what reality was. Studying to become an apologetics teacher. Learning the process of discipleship at the moment so I can do my part in disciplining others correctly. At the moment I'm ready J. Warner Wallace books! Incredible knowledge. You have helped me with so much already with understanding. Thanks lady! Hope to have the time to talk to you soon!

@the-hollywood-dog-says-6072

2 жыл бұрын

Love stories like yours Ashlee. Its hard to find the truth in this day and age of deception.

@apurplegoldenfaith7

2 жыл бұрын

May your faith in the Lord Jesus be stronger day by day!!!🙏❤️

@kristymarsh960

Жыл бұрын

Replicate is a great book for Discipleship I found. Anything by Robby Gallaty

@deegassaway6854

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your testimony ❤ GOD be with u.

I've been a Christian for 30+ years and I sort of take it for granted that: - Life is purpose driven, every day I get out of bed and go 'yeah!' - Happiness and pleasure are two totally different things. People persue pleasure and often end up miserable - Jesus was perfect. Looking at any other person througout history shows that mankind is infected with sin. But Jesus is the answer. - In the West (which was once known as Christendom) we have the happiest countries in the world. Sadly, a lot of the West is going down-hill.

@normmaclean375

Жыл бұрын

Happiness and JOY are two different things. Pleasure can bring (temporary) happiness. But joy, well, we know where joy comes from and that it can be lasting. 🙂

I’m giggling right now because of the joy bubbling out of you Melissa, please don’t be sorry about that, I’m sure I’m not the only one out here that needed that.

"The P in Psalms is silent" As a foreing learner, I find this hilarious

@MsBea100

2 жыл бұрын

I thought everyone knew that 😂😂

@BlessedOne-jp1cy

2 жыл бұрын

Lol yes some ppl pronounce it Pah-salms

@asmartbajan

2 жыл бұрын

For what it's worth, the "b" in debt is also silent. (Surprisingly, lots of native English speakers don't know this.)

@dawnmichelle4403

2 жыл бұрын

@@asmartbajan but the "L" in wolf is not! 😄

@lisamichelle2596

2 жыл бұрын

I thought she was saying this quickly and with a smile because she was referring to how President Biden pronounced it wrong in a speech he gave on Easter. He apparently didn’t know that the P in Psalms was silent. Things that make you go 🤔. : )

"The P in the Psalms is silent" 🤣

@mastersemmy59

2 жыл бұрын

LOL!

@vickyandersen8660

2 жыл бұрын

The one that got me was Job. I thought it was job like “I got a new JOB” not J-OH-B 🤣

@arismil2124

2 жыл бұрын

I laughed so hard at this.

@fluffysheap

2 жыл бұрын

I like to pronounce the P, but just to be silly

@briannehill7583

2 жыл бұрын

Just out of reflex when I read your post my brain automatically said p-salm. Sounds like you are trying to get someone's attention to tell them a secret or inform them they have toilet paper hanging from their backside.

my boyfriend is too passionate about the wise men not being there the moment Jesus was born😂 he gets so frustrated when we see nativity scenes

@reillys816

2 жыл бұрын

My mom does too. 😂

@dawnmichelle4403

2 жыл бұрын

I'm right there with him!

@susewambold8175

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe on the passion side, but he’s actually right

@hamelr77

2 жыл бұрын

God bless him!! In good fun I hassle those who send me those 3 magi at the manger Christmas cards.

@Lindsey.E

2 жыл бұрын

We put our Nativity on one side of our living room on a shelf, and the wise men with a camel go on the other side of the living room on another shelf. Just for the attempt of accuracy. 😂

I have been a Christian for 51 years and I believed the account of Paul’s name and Mary Magdalen . Thanks Melissa✝️

This is why it’s so important to actually read and study the Word of God. Yet we take so much for granted because of the tradition of man. We tend to rely on others for the information we take in.

@fredcourtney03

2 жыл бұрын

R9;

@gsharp881

2 жыл бұрын

I would say yes and no. First, if one does not understand the context of traditions and ignores the historical context in which they existed particularly in the sense of art, music and architecture, one cannot blame the tradition itself, but the person's own lack of understadning. Pick up a book or do a google search. The history behind winged angels and halos for example is fascinating if you are an art buff. I am more inclined on the musical end of the spectrum, so traditions there is more of my interest.

@Blablablahx3

2 жыл бұрын

AMEN! :D But also what Jonathan Lee Ching said lol

@essennagerry

2 жыл бұрын

Very true

@flearhcp

2 жыл бұрын

Yes halos show that the saints themselves do not give out light but reflect the glory of God whom they see and experience in heaven.

Great job Melissa! People need to know this stuff!

@adekalduephraim1826

2 жыл бұрын

Allen Parr! ...just happy seeing your comment here. God bless you guys.. Great job

@samcruz623

2 жыл бұрын

God bless you, Allen! Learning a lot from your content, too 😊

@pleasehelpsomeonetoday9211

2 жыл бұрын

Allen, can I ask you a question? And Will you answer it?

@omamikels7091

2 жыл бұрын

@@pleasehelpsomeonetoday9211 Was that your question? lol, Just joshing with ya, hope you get your reply.

@pleasehelpsomeonetoday9211

2 жыл бұрын

@@omamikels7091 yeah, maybe he hasn't checked his notifications for 30 days! (:

I was taught most of these things as a child, I find it interesting just the same. Speaking of prayer, I pray everywhere especially in traffic 1) because its a good use of my time, 2) because I'm less likely to flip someone the bird (lol). Sometimes though, I feel that prostrating before God when I'm feeling particularly humbled seems right somehow.

I’m an “old” Christian 😉 & I still learned a few new things! I love it. Thank You ❤️

I pray laying down, driving, even when I workout . I pray in line at Starbucks in my head. Ty for this !!

@madams.5976

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. It’s more of a conversation really. In my car, in bed, in the shower, wherever. I never thought until I watched this video, that I was doing the right thing. That somehow, I had to be kneeling or in some sanctuary or something. I feel better now.

@Cjinglaterra

2 жыл бұрын

I pray while mowing the grass or sitting in my tree stand waiting on a whitetail.

@childofgod4862

2 жыл бұрын

@@madams.5976 Me three! just joking about the three But I travel long distance, I listen to Christian Musics or some one preaching on my way!

@spirit-n-truth

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! My lifestyle is predicated on 24/7 prayerful thoughts - keeps me in a right mind. #MyRelationship with ABBA in Christ

@TAD050486

2 жыл бұрын

Ok, so I read your comment so quickly I missed the comma after down and was like WHAT? "I pray laying down driving". I'd like to see that. LOL 😆

I’ve been a Christian for 18 years and the Saul/Paul one was new to me! ❤️

@MsBea100

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! That’s why we have to be like the Bereans and search the scriptures.

@melissaconner9538

2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@bethyngalw

2 жыл бұрын

dude. I've been a Christian for 37 years and it's news to me too. I knew the others, but that one was a surprise.

@evanbirkby4501

2 жыл бұрын

Me too. I've been a christian for 53 years and not only was this new, the explanation was excellent.

@Peace-wm7vc

2 жыл бұрын

It just shows that there’s always room for all of us to learn. This was awesome

I became a Christian about a year ago and this was still super helpful! Maybe not all the points, but I'm so glad I stumbled across this video. I'm definitely going to share this video at my next Bible study in the young adults' group!

@janelleg597

5 ай бұрын

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This video brings me to a gratitude to my parents who brought me up in a Christian home!

When i talk to people about the Bible I give them this Example. 66 books written by over 40 people over 2000 years creating a INTERGRATED Consistent message. Star Wars Sequels, written over 6 years, by 6 people, spending BILLIONS of dollars to create the most INCONSISTANT STORY ever! :P Ya, the Bible ain't authored by Man. :P

@amiakeli2682

2 жыл бұрын

yeah, because a movie trilogy is a great comparison to the most important book of a whole 2000 years religion, yet it works, mhm i wonder why

@NoName-ce9kx

2 жыл бұрын

Look into added 1000 years to the time we live.

@Lakishia

2 жыл бұрын

True!!!

@amiakeli2682

2 жыл бұрын

@@cipherklosenuf9242 beautifully said

@AmberRose823

2 жыл бұрын

Love that comparison!

Jesus as a toddler 😍 no one needs to prove to me that he was adorable!

@lydiautomwen

2 жыл бұрын

ik that's right☺

@puppyloky

2 жыл бұрын

when she said toddler, i just said i wish i was there to see him 😍

Been a Christian all my life (made my decision to follow Christ as a child) and still found some good facts in this video. Thanks for making these. Really enjoying the content. God Bless and I wish you and your channel great success in sharing the truth of God's word. Great job!

Melissa you are such a breath of fresh air! I've been a believer for over 30 yrs and in those years I've probably spent just less than a year at a large church. My growth has always been in small settings where I must be accountable for myself. I must seek the truth out. The just shall live by HIS faith as Habakkuk writes it. It's MY faith I am accountable for on judgment day. I knew all of these except I will be searching the scriptures to see about Mary Magdalene. That one slipped by me. Many blessings on your ministry you are NEEDED esp in these last days. I love your roll off the back attitude towards those who choose to be ignorant. Your light and fun and sober minded. Blessings to you and your family.

When I started reading the Bible at age 14 (I am 33 now), I wished someone had told me that the bible contains 66 books broken up into two testaments that is not necessarily in chronological order. Had I known this, I would not have read the Bible cover to cover my first go around. Now having read it through multiple times, I don't understand how anyone can deny it's validity!

@lyssalouise2705

2 жыл бұрын

Do you not read it in the order it’s already in? If not I’d like to know how you read it

@DianaDeLaRosa1808

2 жыл бұрын

@@lyssalouise2705 Yes that's my point. I have read it in order from cover to cover. However, as a new believer, this is not the best way to go about reading the scriptures because you need to have foundations laid regarding who Jesus is, what he came to do, and what he expects of us as individuals and within the church. All this can be read in the new testament. Then, a new believer should read the old testament because the foundation laid by the new testament will be reinforced and the stories of the old testament will make more sense. It's also important to note that certain books in the old testament don't progress the biblical narrative further. These include the Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiasties and some of the profets. These are all key details that need to be known so the reader isn't confused; especially if they are a new disciple of Christ. Today, I personally go through the old and new testaments in a year time frame. So it takes me two years to read the entire bible. Doing this helps me do a deep dive into what I am reading, cross referencing key details found in other books of the bible that reinforce my understanding. For example, the book of Hebrews makes many references to old testament scriptures. As I read through this book, I take my time and read in context what is being referenced in the old testament so that I understand what the author of that book is trying to convey. I hope that makes sense.

@BenzenTV

2 жыл бұрын

@@DianaDeLaRosa1808 Good way of approaching scripture. I think structure is very important to understand, most of us emphasize reading through the bible as quick as posible over really zooming in to the narrative and the idea the author of each book is trying to communicate.

@dnzswithwombats

2 жыл бұрын

@@cipherklosenuf9242 Verifiable knowledge is sought for assuming and by faith there is objective truth to be found. The intelligible universe was created that way.

@SparkthatOldEl

2 жыл бұрын

@@cipherklosenuf9242 Jesus was the ultimate Lamb… the ultimate sacrifice. People died for their belief in this before the gospels were finished. They were being called Christians and executed for 300 yrs for believing in the resurrection before the “Bible” as a collection existed. It was their belief and faith in Jesus’ resurrection which separates Christianity from Hebrew not just the scriptures.

There is so much tradition passing as theology in churches as to have changed the message of Jesus to create the country clubs that most churches have become.

@tims.449

2 жыл бұрын

@@chopppacalamari The Christian doctrine is the gospel of grace NOT the gospel of the KIngdom. ETERNAL LIFE COMES FROM THE TREE OF LIFE IN THE KINGDOM. THE SCRIPTURES ARE AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST. The promise of the Kingdom and Israel being exalted above all other nations is what Peter and the apostles looked forward to. The Kingdom which brings in the new covenant according to the book of Hebrews 9 & 10 will be so impressive it will draw Gentiles to the Jews who are to be a light to the world. Zech.8 [23] Thus saith the LORD of hosts; In those days it shall come to pass, that ten men shall take hold out of all languages of the nations, even shall take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, We will go with you: for we have heard that God is with you. Seriously based on that and many OT prophecies for Israel and it's kingdom does it seem as if people in the age of grace are saved by that? In Jesus's ministry the KIngdom was at hand but never came because of unbelief. All the Jews had to do was believe that Jesus was the Son of God, the Christ and obey the Law of Moses. Under the gospel of grace Christ is the foundation but we must believe in the shed blood for forgiveness, His death, burial and resurrection. Basically what the apostle Paul teaches us Gentiles. Not quite the same. He was raised to give us eternal life but for the Jew according to Peter in Acts 2 [29] Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. [30] Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne; When Christ is reigning in the Kingdom eternal life comes FROM THE TREE OF LIFE Rev.2 [7] He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God. Rev.22 [2] In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bare twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations. [14] Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.

@Lerian_V

2 жыл бұрын

How do you know they have changed the message of Jesus?

I love the way you explain things. Clearly and concise. I would love to hear your suggestions on how to share the gospel with others in a simple way with a language that regular people would. Understand and won’t find it confusing or scary when we mention the concept of sin, death , etc . Thank you so much for your videos . 🙏

Watching from South-Africa 🇿🇦. Thank you very much for the video, I know it will help many people including myself. Keep growing sister.

I’m not new to Christianity, but some of the facts explained were new to me….thanks Melissa!

@happyami102619

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

As a Christian of 6 years (3 years in a mega church), I am today years old when I learnt some of these points that she mentioned. Thank you sister, God bless you!

I’ve been preaching about the wise men for years in my Christmas sermon for years just to show people the importance of actually reading the scriptures and not getting our understanding from pop art and culture

@garrettoconnell8671

2 жыл бұрын

Like the fact the Wise Men were Persian Zoroastrians? That's never been taught in any church I've been to.

@godscowboyswrvcc518

2 жыл бұрын

@@garrettoconnell8671 not sure that is covered in scripture. All I’ve been able to find is that they were from the East. I’m not saying they weren’t Zoroastrians ( I’ll have to research what that is), just saying I try to stick to preaching what I can prove from scripture and am careful to state wether something is from scripture or my opinion and if it’s my opinion I always state the reasons I have those opinions. I would love to hear how you came to that conclusion

Thank you so much Melissa your constant study of the word and truth of our Lord is a true blessing to so many of us. 🙏📖🥰⛪️

I've bought a Bible without verse numbers (couldn't find one without chapters - I looked) but its great to just read it straight through without breaks new understandings emerge when you read it that way highly recommended

@cynthiakarkeys

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I try so hard to ignore the chapters and subtitles! You’re right, a whole new perspective is realized that way.

@GFGS_55

2 жыл бұрын

That is why I listen to the Bible while driving. I don't hear chapter or verse, I just know which book as I am in. Blows your mind

@Boisezx6r

2 жыл бұрын

This!

@GFGS_55

2 жыл бұрын

@@Boisezx6r That 😁

@omotovhmercy2557

2 жыл бұрын

What's the bible's name or producer? I'd like to get it

I was saved when I was 16, I fell away for 19 years. Over the last 15 years, I wish I knew what I know now that I should have known THEN.

@mckayla6668

2 жыл бұрын

Don't worry God has a perfect timing :D We're still learning and growing so don't be hard on yourself! Jesus loves you God bless you and may He be with you always!✝️💞

@KVW110

2 жыл бұрын

You can't know it all at any given time. And also, you're not the only one to fall away. I have too. The good news is we are always welcomed back. I'm not suggesting this is something that is okay or encouraged, it just means we're human.

@bryant1479

2 жыл бұрын

@@KVW110 i fell away for more than a year too, and God still welcomed me back with wide open arms!

4 Things I wish I knew as new believer: 1. You can't take all the doctrines and mash them up. There's a difference between a local strategy and a whole doctrine. 2. Repentance doesn't mean regret and cry but the radical decision to turn away from your sin towards God (repent= metamorphos - transformation) 3. There is only one truth but you have to stay humble and just follow the Scriptures and can't just live on emotions. 4. Its more fearful to fall into the hands of demons than into the hands of God because He loves us. ( I was terrified of cherubims and couldn't sleep so I asked the Lord to keep them away from me) I had a demonic attack later and it was like... Man I think I prefer fall into the hand of God. Those being are scary but on my side at least.

@dominicguye8058

2 ай бұрын

Number 4 is relatable, I used to be scared of angels

Always a pleasure to hear your videos, Melissa!

“Jesus’ last name isn’t Christ” 😂😂😂 PRAISE Yah for your awesome humor when you teach! Love you sister! 😘♥️♥️♥️

@MyBahaar

2 жыл бұрын

This was very edifying btw, THANK YOU!

@adamray9857

Ай бұрын

Jesus first name isn't

I'm realizing more and more as the years go by that I spent many years exposed to a lot of the prosperity gospel because of my late mother. I had to re-learn many things as I deeply studied my bible.

@sandyhardy3419

2 жыл бұрын

Good for you obviously pay attention to the Holy Spirit

I really loved this Melissa!!! Some things I knew and some I didn't. Thank you for putting this together ❤

This was very good! Learned a lot here, thank you Melissa!

Thanks so much for this video, Melissa! Some of these were new to me, some I knew. One thing that bothers me is when someone dies and people say that they got their angel wings. The Bible is very clear that we do not become angels - they were created by God to serve Him and care for His people. (Hebrews 1:14)

@eileenk.copeland2979

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! You do not become an angel when you die. I hate to say this but most people do not go to heaven.

After about a year as a believer, I still consider myself as a new christian and I looove videos like this because it helps me understand my believe better 🌈 so thank you ❤️

@jonnyvincent2236

2 жыл бұрын

Rock it! Stay young!

@MisterBenevolent3

2 жыл бұрын

You are certainly a new Christian. Keep on keeping on!

@johnwhoissavedbygrace9975

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been a Christian for 25 years and I’m still a new Christian!! Or I guess the better phrase would be, a child like believer!

This was such an enjoyable video. You do such a good job running your content. I enjoy your uploads so much Melissa!

You are such a blessing and a joy to watch! I’m learning so much for you! May God continue to bless you more and more sister ❤️

I've been watching the Luther documentary from Ligonier ministries and they mentioned at that time that most people didnt have access to the scriptures and it humbled me a great deal. Praise God for his word.

@cynthiakarkeys

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, this!! I’ve been going through the Bible this year with a friend and we’ve grown in the habit of thanking God for His word at the end of every weekly meeting we have. The depth of blessing it is for us to have this access to His word, it’s immeasurable. It’s a stark contrast to only being able to hear the scriptures.

@suz2761

2 жыл бұрын

I was raised Catholic and we NEVER read the Bible and you never saw Bibles in church. After researching what the Reformation was about, I finally understood why that was.

@Window4503

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. And contrary to misconception by some (including Lutherans themselves), it wasn’t entirely anyone’s fault. Books were hard to make before the printing press and the materials used were rather expensive. So the Church chained down the Bible, not because they didn’t want people to read it, but because it could be stolen and pawned, leaving nothing for anyone in the area to read. Where the Church WAS wrong was putting its authority over the Scriptures and also persecuting Wycliffe for his English translation for the common people.

@markdonnaabbott3977

2 жыл бұрын

We are so blessed.

@fluffysheap

2 жыл бұрын

@@Window4503 Wycliffe literally died so that people could read the Bible, and today even most Christians don't even bother to

40 authors over a span of 1500 years. With precision. Pretty amazing.

@root1657

2 жыл бұрын

40 writers... 1 author. ;)

@wjckc79

2 жыл бұрын

66 Books.

@root1657

2 жыл бұрын

@@wjckc79 66 books, 1 message. ;)

@theleastofthese5369

2 жыл бұрын

Lol! Amen!

@fredweber6585

2 жыл бұрын

Because the Holy Spirit inspired and guided the writing of the Bible

This was so good! I really learned quite a lot from this! Thank you! God bless you!

Thanks Melissa. I remember how many misconceptions I had when I was younger in the faith. It took awhile before I learned much of what you taught.

You’re right about the importance of understanding the Bible from the perspective of the original audience. I love learning from Messianic Jews. One amazing thing I learned recently was that Bethlehem Ephratah was specifically the agricultural district in Bethlehem. The profound significance of this is only understood when you realize that this is where all of the sacrificial lambs were bred and raised for the sacrifices in the Temple in Jerusalem. They would even wrap them in swaddling cloth for transit to Jerusalem to protect them from wounds or marks of any kind. I’ve always know He was born in an animal pen and placed in a manger, but I never would have made the sacrificial lamb connection on my own.

@markdonnaabbott3977

2 жыл бұрын

I learnt that not long ago also. Our Father is amazing, every little detail of scripture fulfilled in His Son our Savior 😍

@dud3man6969

2 жыл бұрын

@@markdonnaabbott3977 it’s amazing how we can see these kinds of connections woven all through God’s work.

@markdonnaabbott3977

2 жыл бұрын

@@dud3man6969 Amen brother. His word never ceases to amaze me.

@timetherington1986

2 жыл бұрын

The lads and lasses from One For Israel do a great video on this.

@markdonnaabbott3977

2 жыл бұрын

@@timetherington1986 Oh I love one for Israel especially the testimonies so so encouraging

As always, Melissa, this is great. I would LOVE more Bible basics. Have a great week

@loobylouboti

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Maybe a regular episode called 'bible basics,' would be awesome.

@cherylfink8385

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! ❤️

Yup... This is dope! Love the fact that you were as thorough in your study as brightly animated as you are teaching. Its delightful.

I love your work💞 It really helps me as a believer 🙏🏼

Oh yes those with the gift of hospitality impress me so much! I'm an introvert too and laughed way too hard at that 😂😂😂

I’ve been a Christian my whole life and still leaned so many new things!

@bjornegan6421

2 жыл бұрын

unless you're counting from your new birth, it is not possible to be correct in making the statement 'I've been a Christian my whole life'.

@morganmassey1652

2 жыл бұрын

@@bjornegan6421 haha it’s just a saying! Not to be taken literally 😊

@bjornegan6421

2 жыл бұрын

@@morganmassey1652 i'm glad. there are so many who think they are Christians who are not.

Found you this morning and have been reading while listening to your commentaries. You are a blessing and the timing was divine. Thank you for being a faithful servant. Glad to call you a sister in Christ. God is good!

Always interesting to hear another perspective, and glad to hear your story.

I actually just realized the Saul / Paul fact this morning during my bible reading time. Also, I wonder where we learned that on your knees, head bowed posture of prayer...? The only physical posture I can recall is people falling on their faces.

@hannahnewell305

2 жыл бұрын

My youth group is doing the Battle Plan for Prayer study by the Kendrick brothers and apparently that prayer position came from the tradition of serfs paying homage to their king in the middle ages. The serfs would gather at set times and come, one-by-one, to kneel before the king and place their folded hands in his, saying "I'm your man". Apparently the church adopted this position of prayer as symbolic of paying homage to God as our king.

@ssstankkka

2 жыл бұрын

There are a few instances when people pray kneeling down in the Bible. Here's a few: Daniel 6:10 When Daniel knew that the document had been signed, he went to his house where he had windows in his upper chamber open toward Jerusalem. He got down on his knees three times a day and prayed and gave thanks before his God, as he had done previously. Luke 22:41 And he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and prayed, (that's Jesus praying) Acts 21:5 When our days there were ended, we departed and went on our journey, and they all, with wives and children, accompanied us until we were outside the city. And kneeling down on the beach, we prayed

@cynthiakarkeys

2 жыл бұрын

@@hannahnewell305 Thank you for that insight!

@cynthiakarkeys

2 жыл бұрын

@@ssstankkka Thank you for that scripture!

Love your explanations, Melissa! And they are on point too. I've been a Christian for most of my life... since 13yo actually and I'm 71 now. Still learning! PTL!! Took me some time to learn all that you've pointed out tho and it's refreshing to see young ppl learn them sooner. I didn't have anyone pointing them out but when I was baptized with the Holy Spirit at 25yo things started becoming much clearer. Thx for your videos... they are informative, refreshing, and humorous lol. 🙏😊😇🙌🙏

@cristianna_jasmyn

2 жыл бұрын

What did you learn from being a teenager in Christ, then an adult?

Really enjoyed this! Thank you Melissa!!!

Melissa thank you for this.. it was a great refresher for me.. your videos are awesome and a great inspiration at least to me to keep my head in the Bible.. have a blessed day.

Your so witty. Also, a fun fact the animals didn't go into the ark 2x2. In other words in 1 pair of male and female. The unclean animals went in as one pair 2x2 but the clean animals went in 7 pairs or 2x7.

Yasss! I was a later in life convert and I was shocked to learn these facts as well. Most people in church have been raised in church. When outsiders come in we often forget they need a Bible 101 course. When I first began to attend church I also remember people saying “you need to repent” and I kept thinking what the heck is repent??? 😂 and the “let’s all sing amazing grace” song leader who doesn’t give the number in the song book. Unchurched people do not know the words to hymns y’all. 😊 Thank you for this video.

@TheOfficialBrownHeadedGoof

2 жыл бұрын

When I hear the word repent it still confuses me All I believe is I’m a sinner , Jesus paid for my sin, was buried And rose again. So Im justified in his sight I hate how complicated people have mad e the gospel

Great video! I knew quite a bit of this but it was still super refreshing to have affirmation. Love this channel!

Great teaching Melissa, it’s awesome 👏🏽🙌🏽

I enjoyed this very much. I too remember thinking the first time I read the Gospels, "Why I am reading the same story again?" 😂 The last supper image is so ingrained, I remember watching a movie where the actor portraying Jesus was building a table and built it a little higher saying it would work better. Wonderful reminders and great for new Christians. 🌸

@jwhippet8313

2 жыл бұрын

It was The Passion of the Christ. He says a Roman man wanted him to build it bc he likes earing, "Like this," the Jesus demonstrates sitting. Mary then tries and says, "It will never catch on."

I was born and raised in the church and #2 should be taught from the first day of Sunday School for children! I was in my 30's before this was revealed to me or maybe someone said it and I wasn't listening ( very real possibility). It completely changed my reading and understanding of the bible! I actually asked my preacher why this wasn't emphasized more once it was explained to me.

This is so great! And so shareable, which is perfect for the content which could potentially change some minds and some lives.

Awesome teaching! Your so funny and the way you present things makes it so much easier to understand!✨😄

I’ve only been a true Christian for a year but praise the Lord my friend that shared the gospel with me, took me under her wing and has been disciplining me every week for the last year. I was trying to read the Bible on my own and was struggling so hard and was completely lost! Nothing made any sense and I wasn’t getting a thing out of it because I didn’t understand any of it! She started doing a year long bible study with me that has taught me so much of this! If she hadn’t done that, I would be completely lost! We are starting 1Timothy this week- almost done!!! And I’ve also learned so much from your ministry too!!! Love your teachings!!!

@dianeschnur9594

2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing! You are very blessed!

Wow, this video really puts into perspective and gets your ready for when you’re helping others that are new in the Faith… Christ being Jesus’ last name got me🤣

I absolutely love your videos and your personality. Your content is as educational as it is entertaining. You truly have a gift. God bless you and yours.

Love your videos. Keep them coming!

Melissa, I LOVE your sense of humour, it is so like mine that I totally understand every little gesture etc you make as I would do the same...might add not many people understand that kind of humour ( I'm in Australia, but have been watching you for a long time

@philrichter3161

2 жыл бұрын

And it's hilarious!

Love it! So true that we forget we were "unknowledgable Christians" at one point! i knew all but one item you brought up. I love hearing facts about the bible. It never gets old and it serves to be a refresher. I remember reconciling about Mary Magdalene after first finding out she was demon possessed and not a prostitute. it was hard believing it but the proof was in the reading! thanks for the enjoyable content!

You are great! I needed to hear you right now!

Just discovered your channel Melissa. In a word, brilliant! Keep up the great work, I love your delivery and well-informed approach. Keep up the great work!

21-40 fun facts is a MUST!! THANKS !!

The point about Satan's name surprised me.......that actually makes his fall a little sadder😔

Omg! love your teaching ... truth that I struggle to convey, thanks Melissa.

This was awesome thanks for the info 🙌🏼

That Paul/Saul one really got me. My whole Bible study (including myself) actually brought that up briefly last week, but we all were thinking God changed his name... and I was thinking... wait, where did that happen? And I figured I just forgot where it happened and we'd come across it shortly (we're working through the book of Acts), but alas, I don't think I shall come across it anymore. XD and I've been a Christian for years. Love this vid, Melissa!

Yeah, my dog is near my recording space and she likes to growl and grunt while I make a video… fun times! This is so good! People don’t talk about fact 20 enough.

@cincin4515

2 жыл бұрын

Awe cute. I owned staffys all my life. They were all grunters except one who spoke Chinese.

always love your content. God bless you

I really enjoy these series!! ❤ thank you God bless you

I’m 14% or maybe even 25% smarter now🤣 This was very informative and you did a great job in a couple of sentences explaining it.

This was great! Thank you! I do remember when I first came to God, and I thought literally all of these. 😂 I remember later having a disagreement with someone because they kept saying Mary was a hooker, and they wouldn’t believe me saying that that actually wasn’t in scripture. And this person was an elder with many years in the church. It blew my mind to see older Christians believing what I sorted out in months. It’s a very strange dichotomy I’ve run into a lot!

Greatly appreciate your channel

A tremendous effort Melissa. A breath of fresh air to these tired ears.

SO Good! I love this!!! And the intro -talking about this at my next dinner party 🎉 🙌

Wow…I didn’t know that about the Saul/Paul name change. 🤭 This video was so good! If you can come up with more, please make another one. Thanks!🙂

I'm so glad I found you on You Tube. #8 in particular was new to me. Thank you

I loved ALLLLLLL OF THIS. Thank you 💜😊

Always enjoy your content and teachings. God bless. 🙏

This is one of the best videos I've seen in a while. Melissa, you covered so many errors and misconceptions and with gentleness explained them to I'm sure a great many people. I will be sharing this video for sure!!

Loved this! Thank you!

Love this !!! Thank you so much !!

This was such a good list. Great job Melissa!

I absolutely love these kinds of videos, so informative and approachable!

I love the way you teach...and that you use different techniques. You are blessed, and that is a blessing for us 🌈

Yes! Oh thank you so much! I was just having a conversation with a fellow new Christian and as a new Christian myself, we have found it all a little overwhelming to understand. I know understanding will come but very much welcome your videos 🙏 God bless you