Lecture on the Influence of Names and Spiritual Warfare

Key Scripture Reference

• John 5:43 - Emphasizes the importance of recognizing the true Messiah.

Overcoming Spiritual Darkness

• Emphasis on who we serve and our faith in overcoming the darkest days.
• The secular world suggests using techniques like positive thinking, affirmations, etc., to overcome problems.
• The real battle is spiritual; must engage in the power, spirit, and truth of the Messiah.

Importance of the Father's Name

• The speaker has focused on understanding and using the Father's name.
• The name was removed from Bible translations, leading to a loss of spiritual power.

Satan's Strategy

• Suppression of reading the word and introduction of false doctrines.
• These falsehoods are a deterrent to faith and reduce collective spiritual power.

Ministry's Purpose

• The ministry "Truth Unedited" aims to address sensitive topics and untruths.
• Encourages seeking the truth through prayer and fasting.

Cultural and Historical Context

Hellenization

• Definition: Adoption of Greek culture by non-Greeks, influential during the Hellenistic Age.
• Jews encouraged to adopt Greek lifestyle but faithful followers rejected this.
• Emphasizes understanding the Messiah through his Hebrew culture, not Hellenized versions.

Influence on Biblical Texts

• Claims that original gospels were written in Hebrew, not Greek.
• Early church leaders wrote about the Hebrew nature of the gospel.

Translation Issues

• Yahushua's name should not be transliterated into Greek or English due to cultural significance.
• Many Christians practice Hellenization by not reading the Old Testament.

Examining Biblical Figures

• Matthew: Wrote gospel in Hebrew for Hebrews.
• Mark: Interpreter of Peter, wrote how Peter preached in Hebrew.
• Luke: Gentile, possibly translated Hebrew texts.
• John: A Hebrew disciple who knew Messiah directly.
• Paul: Preached in Hebrew, disputed against Hellenists, received revelation in Hebrew.

Call to Action

• Encourage followers to reassess the cultural context of their beliefs.
• Reject translations and interpretations influenced by Hellenization.
• Prepare for spiritual warfare by gaining power against deception.

Closing

• Part 2 of the lecture will continue this discussion. Encourages viewers who are offended to reconsider or stop following if they disagree.
• Emphasizes importance of these discussions in "the last days."