What Christianity Has Never Taught You - Yahweh is a Spirit

Jun 16, 2024

What Christianity Has Never Taught You - God is a Spirit

Introduction

  • Presenter: Bishop Nathaniel
  • Theme: Misinterpretation and misrepresentation of God and Christ in Christianity.
  • Main Claim: Christianity has depicted God and Jesus Christ incorrectly, and the Bible illustrates their true identities.

Key Scriptures Cited

  1. John 4:24
    • "God is a Spirit: and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth."
  2. John 6:63
    • "It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life."
  3. Psalms 119:142
    • "Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and thy law is the truth."
  4. Psalms 119:151
    • "Thou art near, O LORD; and all thy commandments are truth."

Biblical Definitions of Spirit and Truth

  • Spirit: The words of God (John 6:63)
  • Truth: God's law (Psalms 119:142, 151)

Detailed Exploration

  • Daniel 7:9
    • Depiction of God with a body, clothed and with wool-like hair.
    • Imagery: Throne set in heaven, a figure seated on this throne.
  • Revelation 1:14-15
    • Description of Christ's appearance: hair like wool, feet like brass (dark skin).
  • Hebrews 1:1-3
    • Clarifies that Christ is the express image of God.

Key Points on Misinterpretations

  1. God's Appearance: Not a puff of smoke; God and Christ are described with physical attributes within the Bible.
  2. **Christianity's Misrepresentation: ** Christian churches often depict God and Jesus as white, contradicting biblical descriptions.
  3. Cultural Influence: Other nations create gods in their image; similarly, Christianity has adopted a false image of Christ and God.

Ancient Illustrations of Christ and God

  • Early depictions show God and Christ as black, aligning with biblical descriptions.
  • Art Evolution: Over time, images were altered to fit white European characteristics.

Correct Worship Practice

  • Worship in Spirit: Aligning with the Word of God.
  • Worship in Truth: Following God's laws as written in the Bible.

Additional Notes

  • Bodies (1 Corinthians 15:38-40): Discussion on different types of bodies (celestial and terrestrial) to explain the nature of God and Christ in heaven with bodies different from physical human bodies.

Final Remarks

  • Takeaway: Challenge widely accepted Christian depictions of God and Jesus. Return to biblical descriptions for a more accurate understanding.

Conclusion

  • Speaker: Captain Zakai urges believers to re-examine traditional Christian teachings about God’s and Christ's physical characteristics, emphasizing that accurate biblical understanding is crucial for true worship.