Study Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ogHppOVsekGVP05bVTdOJ7cJm_mgntPIjLrR-NXPh-8/edit?usp=sharing
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Recognizing the Antichrist in the Church
00:04:22 - Divine Intervention
00:08:39 - Yahweh and the Spirit of Antichrist
00:12:57 - Restoring the Feast of Tabernacles and the Antichrist's Deception
00:17:13 - Loving God through obedience
00:21:37 - Keeping the Sheep Away from the Goats
00:25:53 - The Split in the Church
00:30:09 - The Antichrist and the Church
00:34:08 - The Church as a Hospital for the Hurting
00:38:32 - The Hospital for Healing
00:42:43 - Guarding the Flock and Recognizing the Wolves
00:46:53 - The Revelation of the Antichrist
00:51:40 - The Corruption of the Trinity
00:56:20 - The Voice of the Antichrist
01:00:37 - The Mark of the Beast
01:04:42 - The Mark of an Israelite
01:08:51 - The Mark of the Beast
01:13:21 - The Troubles of Pagan Celebrations
01:17:47 - The Roman Church and the White Jesus
01:21:56 - The Antichrist's False Image
01:26:34 - The Revelation of Nikki Haley's Real Name
01:31:05 - Speaking in Tongues and Educating Others on Yahweh
01:34:52 - The Festivals Pointing to the True Messiah
01:39:21 - The Feasts of Yahweh and the Antichrist's Changes
01:43:34 - The Name Yua and the Violation of Commandments
01:48:05 - Keeping the Sabbath and Knowing Yahweh
01:52:36 - Funeral Sing Me Something
Chapters:
00:00:00 - King James and Religious Persecution
00:01:17 - The Persecution of Non-Conforming Christians
00:02:44 - The Separatists and Pilgrims
00:04:06 - The Perilous Journey to the New World
00:05:31 - Freedom of Religion and the Mayflower Pilgrims
00:06:56 - The Journey Begins
00:08:28 - The Religious Beliefs of the Pilgrims
00:09:58 - The Mayflower Compact and the Influence of the Old Testament
00:11:36 - Landing in a Desolate Wilderness
00:12:57 - The Sacrifice for Freedom to Worship
00:14:20 - The Faith of the Pilgrims
00:15:49 - Trials of Faith on the Mayflower
00:17:16 - William's Loss and Survival
00:18:46 - The Struggle for Survival
00:20:10 - The True Story of Thanksgiving
00:21:34 - Setting up a Utopian Community in the New World
00:23:00 - The Perils of Socialism in the Pilgrim Community
00:24:24 - The Nightmare of Collectivism
00:25:50 - Private property and the prosperity of early America
00:27:16 - The Failure of Socialism
00:28:36 - The Success of Capitalism and its Effect on Prosperity
00:29:59 - The Success of Capitalism
00:31:24 - Thanksgiving and the Blessings of America
00:33:07 - America, My Home
The video discusses the concept of FULL SONSHIP adoption in Christianity and highlights the difference between a complete understanding of adoption versus the spirit of adoption. The Pastor Shane Vaughn emphasizes the importance of understanding the adoption process in the context of scripture and avoiding the Americanized version of adoption, which may lead to a faulty understanding of salvation. The speaker warns that a lack of understanding may lead individuals to fall short of the glory of Yahweh. Pastor Vaughn teaches you what the GREEK WORK - Huiothesia truly means and how a better understanding of that word will completely change your CONCEPT OF SALVATION.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Sonship Message
00:02:55 - Romans 8:15 and the Spirit of Adoption
00:06:22 - The Difference Between Birth and Adoption
00:10:12 - The Concept of Sonship and Adoption
00:13:23 - The Spirit of Adoption
00:16:25 - Understanding the Promise of Salvation
00:19:40 - The Promise of Abiding in Christ
00:23:03 - Investing in the Revelation
00:26:23 - Sealed with a Promise
00:29:53 - Living in Godly Fear
00:33:32 - The Importance of the Fear of God
00:37:04 - The Power of Adoption
00:41:05 - The Mind of Adoption
00:44:27 - The Three Steps of Sonship
00:47:50 - The Meaning of Adoption
00:51:23 - Pinocchio and Daddy's Creation
00:54:43 - The Significance of Circumcision and Adoption
00:58:09 - Adoption Process in Torah
01:01:55 - The Age of Maturity in Israeli Culture
01:05:32 - The Role of Tutors and Governors in Spiritual Development
01:09:26 - A Father's Proud Announcement
01:13:07 - The Approval of the Father
01:16:36 - Stand up in your Spiritual Authority
01:20:06 - The Miracles of Yahshua
01:23:42 - The Descent of the Holy Spirit
01:27:35 - The Spirit of Adoption
01:31:21 - Blessing upon the Children of Israel
Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction of Special Guest
00:01:13 - Introduction of Bob Reed and his Gold and Silver Experience
00:02:24 - Wake up and own gold and silver
00:03:44 - The Secrets of Wealth Accumulation
00:04:54 - God's Money, Gold, and Silver
00:06:01 - The Changing Value of Currency
00:07:10 - The Journey from Graduation to Financial Loss
00:08:11 - God's Money Never Goes Bankrupt
00:09:13 - The Power of Assets in the Kingdom Economy
00:10:14 - The Truth about Financial Professionals
00:11:16 - Accumulating Gold and Silver for a Secure Future
00:12:19 - The Best Way to Get Good Prices on Precious Metals
00:13:19 - Connection to Patriot-Owned Companies
00:14:31 - The Opportunity for Financial Independence
00:15:37 - The Power of No Markup for Buying Gold and Silver
00:16:37 - The Gold and Silver Market
00:17:34 - The Patriots Buying Club and its Benefits
00:18:36 - The $1.2 Million Dollar Mistake in Buying MS-70 Coins
00:19:52 - Asthmatic Products and Asset Diversification
00:20:54 - Learning about silver and gold investments
00:22:16 - The potential value of investing in coins
00:23:38 - Accumulating Wealth with Gold and Silver
00:24:43 - The Patriots program and buyback prices
00:25:39 - Accumulating Real Money
00:26:41 - Investing in Gold and Silver with Private Vaults and Safety Deposit Boxes
00:27:45 - Prepare for the Changing World
00:28:48 - Gratitude for Brother Shane Key insights
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Chapters:
00:00:00 - Welcome back to studying the Word of Yahweh
00:01:46 - The Gospel of the Coming Kingdom of God
00:03:00 - The King of Very Little
00:03:59 - The Messiah's Kingdom on Earth
00:05:17 - The Purpose of Yeshua's Birth
00:06:22 - The Purpose of the Messiah
00:07:32 - The Expected End
00:08:32 - The Promised Kingdom
00:09:36 - The Unfulfilled Promise of the Kingdom
00:10:44 - The Promise of Hope and Faith
00:11:46 - Bloom at the Wrong Time
00:12:48 - Unwavering in the Word of Yeshua
00:13:54 - The Lord rules and Reigns
00:14:52 - Preparing Food for the People
00:15:51 - Called to Be a King
00:16:55 - Yahshua's Unanswered Prayer
00:17:53 - Standing with Yahshua
00:18:53 - Kings Without a Crown
00:19:46 - The mindset of royalty
00:20:45 - From Commoner to Royalty: The Power of Transformation
00:21:53 - Born to Be a King
00:22:52 - The Call of Royalty
00:23:48 - Finding Your Purpose in Life
00:24:58 - Your Destiny as a Royal
00:25:56 - A Renewal of the Mind
00:26:59 - The Royal Door
00:27:57 - Join Professor Toto's Patriots Buying Club
Timestamps:
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Explaining the Parables of The Kingdom
00:01:23 - The Stick of Judah and the Stick of Joseph
00:02:53 - Gathering the Children of Israel in the Land of Israel
00:04:12 - The Covenant with David
00:05:19 - The Parable of Two Separate Nations
00:06:38 - The division of God's holy people
00:08:01 - The Land of Judah and Israel
00:09:09 - The Scattering of the Tribes
00:10:21 - The Separation of the House of Israel and the House of Judah
00:11:33 - The Prophecy of King David and the Twelve Thrones
00:12:41 - The Reunion of Joseph and Judah
00:13:54 - The Scattering of the House of Israel
00:15:09 - Reuniting with the Jewish people cannot happen until the scattered tribes have been redeemed
00:16:26 - Scattering and Restoration of Israel
0:17:38 - Preaching to the Lost Sheep of Israel
00:18:49 - Taking out the people of His Name
00:19:59 - The Return of the Lost Tribe
00:21:01 - The Return of the Dove
00:22:12 - The Restoration of the Jewish People
00:23:20 - The Calling of the Gentiles
00:24:31 - The Plan for the Lost Tribes in Ezekiel Chapter 37
00:25:44 - The Restoration of the Mountains of Israel
00:26:58 - The regathering of Judah in the Land of Judea
00:28:14 - The Gathering of Israel
In this video, we will be exploring the pagan roots of the spring holidays, including Ostara, Beltane, and May Day. We will discuss the history and traditions behind these holidays, as well as their significance to pagans and other spiritual communities. Through interviews with practitioners of various pagan traditions, we will gain insight into how these holidays are celebrated today and how they have evolved over time. We will also learn about the symbolism of spring in pagan beliefs and how it relates to themes of renewal, growth, and fertility. Additionally, we will delve into the ways in which these pagan holidays have been adapted and incorporated into mainstream culture, including the origins of Easter and the modern celebration of May Day. Whether you are a pagan practitioner or simply curious about the origins of spring holidays, this video will provide an informative and engaging exploration of this fascinating topic.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Understanding the Significance of Passover
00:03:47 - The Bible New Year
00:07:34 - Changing the Truth into a Lie
00:11:49 - Witchcraft and Nature Worship
00:16:13 - The Celebration of the Circle
00:20:11 - Lies and False Gods
00:28:13 - The Tower of Nimrod and the Rebellion against Yahweh
00:32:44 - Establishing Order through Preaching
00:36:33 - The Tower of Babel and the Trinity
00:40:54 - The Origins of the Defiant Religion
00:45:13 - The Confusion of Languages and Names
00:49:35 - The Mother Harlot
00:53:32 - Mocking Religious Systems
00:57:16 - The Secret Religion of Mystery Babylon
01:01:32 - The Secret Religion
01:05:36 - The Scarlet Mother Harlot
01:09:42 - The Wheel of the Year and the Turning of Time
01:13:25 - The Old Religion and the Birth of the Sun
01:17:56 - The Myth of Ishtar and Yuletide Celebrations
01:22:17 - The May Queen and the Green Man
01:26:48 - The May Queen and Perversion
01:30:52 - The Deception of Christianity
01:34:39 - The King Cake and the Old Religion
01:38:39 - The Abominations in Yahweh's Church
01:42:38 - Symbolism and Rebellion
01:46:37 - Join us for the New Year Celebration
Keywords: New Year, Traditions, Religion, Holidays, Spring, Romans 1:25, Creator, Proverbs 23:23, Paganism, Creation, Wheel within the wheel, Jeremiah 16:19, Inherited, Rebellion, Nimrod, Semiramis, Tammuz, Heaven, Tower of Babel, Babylon, gods, Language, Revelation 17:1-5, Fornications, Abominations, Christmas, Easter/Ishtar, Perversion, Ezekiel 8:13-17, Jeremiah 7:18
This video is a sermon presented as the annual Passover Sermon for 2023. The video challenges the translation of the Greek word used for drinking the cup of the Lord as Passover as "Communion," suggesting that "Participation" is a more accurate translation. The video goes on to explore the meaning of this translation, specifically, what it means to participate in the cup. The sermon suggests that understanding this concept will allow viewers to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the Passover celebration.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Preparation for Passover
00:04:46 - Request for a Throne
00:06:38 - Worship Moment
00:08:32 - Gathering of the Elders
00:10:23 - The Remembrance of Yahshua's Death
00:12:14 - The Problem with Communion
00:13:32 - Participating in His Death
00:15:06 - The Participation in Passover
00:17:11 - The Power of Calling
00:19:43 - Sacred and Sanctified Service
00:21:07 - The Cleansing of the Lambs of God
00:22:29 - Prayer and Usher Call
00:29:35 - Introduction
00:40:32 - Musical Interlude
00:51:40 - Foreign Music
01:03:38 - The Power of Music
Pastor Shane Vaughn Teaches "PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM" - Part 1 - The Potters Wheel
Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Parables of the Kingdom - Part 1
00:01:07 - Studying the Parable of The Potter
00:02:06 - The Potter and the Clay
00:03:08 - Repentance and Judgment
00:04:15 - The True Meaning of the Parable
00:05:15 - The Potter and the Clay
00:06:16 - The Molding of the House of Israel
00:07:25 - The Commandments as Standards of Conduct
00:08:30 - The importance of instructions in Holiness and Righteousness
00:09:35 - Transformation on The Potter's Wheel
00:10:40 - The Rebellion of Israel against Yahweh
00:11:46 - Forsaking the Ordinances of Worship
00:12:43 - The Value of Irregular People
00:13:42 - The Remolding Begins
00:14:48 - The Potter and the Clay
00:15:54 - Remaking the Vessel with the Same Clay
00:17:02 - The Promise of the Holy Spirit for All
00:18:00 - The Promise to the House of Judah and the Jewish People
00:19:02 - The Lost Tribes and their Distance from the Covenant
00:20:14 - The Promise to the Jew
00:21:11 - The Parable of the Holy Nation Remnant Israel
00:22:18 - The Purpose of the Holy Spirit
00:23:25 - Softening the Clay
00:24:34 - The Remolding of the Vessel
00:25:41 - The Second Vessel: Israel
00:26:51 - The Parable of the Clay
00:27:55 - Foreign Music Performance
Keywords: natural Israel, molding his people, clay, marring, hand of potter, potter’s field, another vessel, remnant Israel, reforming, afar off, soften the clay, remolding, same clay, replacement theology, 2,520 years, House of Israel
Keywords: Physical land of Israel in Palestine, twins: Zarah & Pharez, 2 Esdras 13:40-45, 2 Samuel 7:10, Birthright blessing Israel, Sceptre blessing Judah, Stone of Jacob, Royal line of David, Seed of David, Salmanasar King of Assyria, Davy Crockett, Regalia of Great Britain, amber & scarlet lion, Zaragosa, Spain
Chapters: 00:00:00 - Teaching the Story of America and Great Britain
00:03:05 - The Land where the Tribes of Israel Dwell
00:06:24 - Finding Clarity in Scripture
00:09:57 - The Name Yahweh
00:13:13 - The Lost Tribes Tracking Europe
00:16:24 - The Promised Throne
00:19:44 - Blessings of the 12 Tribes of Israel
00:23:08 - The Story of Zara and Pharez
00:26:36 - The Birthright of Pharez and Zara
00:30:14 - The Tribe of Zara and its emblem
00:33:45 - Satan's Attempt to Stop the Inheritance
00:37:03 - Yahweh's Plan for the Royal Branch
00:40:33 - The Exaltation of the Lost Tribes of Israel through Tea Tephi
00:43:57 - The Lost Book of Tephi
00:47:41 - Jacob's Sacred Stone
00:51:01 - The Rock of Israel and its Inheritance
00:55:07 - The Mistranslation of the Rock as Christos
00:58:29 - The Meaning of the Word "Christ"
01:02:04 - The Perfection of the Bible
01:05:25 - The Meaning of the Word "Christ"
01:08:33 - The Rock's Journey
01:11:35 - Tia Tephi and the Lost Tribes of Israel
01:15:13 - Recognition as the Queen of Jerusalem
01:18:59 - The Prophecy of Ezekiel and the Red Hand Flag
01:22:40 - The Union of the Two Royal Lines
01:26:19 - The Monarchs of Great Britain and their lineage.
01:29:40 - The Throne and Prophecy
On 5/5/22 - Pastor Vaughn was the final guest speaker at the 51st Congress of The Apostolic World Christian Fellowship in Evansville, Indiana under the directorship of Bishop Samuel Smith. The Sermon was entitled "Forgetting What You Lost and Fighting For What's Left"
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Disqualification of President Trump
00:01:00 - The Lawsuit Against President Trump
00:01:52 - Sunday Morning Constitution Lesson
00:02:51 - The Attempt to Stop Trump
00:03:42 - Qualifications for Holding Office
00:04:35 - The Constitutional Definition of Insurrection
00:05:31 - Inalienable Rights and Due Process
00:06:34 - Violation of Constitutional Intent
00:07:28 - Consequences of Section 3 of Article 14
00:08:19 - The Inapplicability to Donald Trump
00:09:18 - Donald Trump's Lack of Oath as an Officer
00:10:15 - Is Donald Trump an Officer of the United States?
00:11:09 - Impeachment Clause and the President of the United States
00:12:00 - The Spirit of American Jurisprudence
00:12:56 - The Difference Between Civil Officers and Elected Positions
00:14:04 - The Government and Its Branches
00:15:04 - The Appointments Clause and its Historical Context
00:15:55 - The Appointments Clause and the Impeachment Clause
00:16:54 - Supreme Court Opinion on Officer Appointments
00:17:54 - The Appointments Clause
00:18:44 - United States v. Muraugh: The Interpretation of "Officers of the United States"
00:19:38 - The President as an Officer of the United States
00:20:37 - The President as an Officer of the United States
00:21:35 - The President as Part of the Government
00:22:33 - The Exclusion of the Presidency from Section Three
00:23:23 - The Exclusion of Former Presidents from Government
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With his keen legal insights and well-researched facts, Professor Toto takes you on a journey through the legal intricacies, debunking the notion that Trump's disqualification is a plausible outcome. Drawing on constitutional law expertise, he explains why the 14th Amendment does not serve as a disqualification mechanism in this context, and why it's essential to separate reality from mere wishful thinking.
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In this lesson - released on 10/16/22 - Pastor Vaughn answers common objectives in regards to the Sacred Name and the necessity of its use in the modern day.
STUDY GUIDE - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FEDtFXpFcmHcIbNIj9SwO2sPXDzuIbit9gsLBzOudaE/edit?usp=sharing
Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Sacred Name of Yahweh
00:02:07 - The Importance of the Sacred Name
00:04:12 - The Importance of Names and Identity
00:06:11 - The Name Yahweh
00:08:03 - The Importance of God's Name
00:10:10 - The Importance of the Name
00:12:39 - The Difference Between Titles and Names
00:14:46 - Descriptive Titles of Yahweh
00:16:56 - The Names of Yahweh and their Descriptions
00:19:07 - The Name of Yahweh
00:21:25 - The Height of Pride and Offense to Yahweh
00:23:52 - Yahweh's Name and Proper Worship
00:26:10 - The Pronunciation of the Hebrew Name
00:28:15 - The Pronunciation of Yahweh
00:30:20 - The Pronunciation of the Tetragrammaton
00:32:26 - The Hebrew language and its vowels
00:34:34 - The Masoretes and Vowel Points in Hebrew
00:36:57 - The Sacred Name of Yahweh in the High Priest's Headdress
00:39:18 - The Importance of Name
00:41:19 - The Meaning of "Name" in Scripture
00:43:49 - The Power in the Name Yeshua
00:46:12 - The Beauty of the Name Yahweh
00:48:29 - The True Transliteration of Jesus' Name
00:50:49 - Understanding the Journey
00:52:46 - The Removal of Ignorance is Happening Now
00:54:58 - The Power of Pronouncing Names Correctly
00:57:27 - [Foreign Music]
Key insights
🤔 The importance of the name Yahweh for salvation is emphasized in the New Testament book of Acts.
🤔 "Since when does the created one have the right to address his creator by any name that he pleases? Think about the height of Pride that it takes to make such a statement."
🧐 The importance of giving glory to the name of Yahweh is emphasized in Psalms 68:4, with a warning of curses for those who do not.
🙏 His name represents his person, and if you are not using his name, then which person are you truly worshiping?
📚 The true pronunciation of the name y-h-wh was never lost, and early Christian writers used the form Yahweh, as confirmed by the Encyclopedia Britannica and the Catholic encyclopedia.
e historical context of writing "Yahweh" with a quill and pen, without using unnecessary ink, is a unique insight into ancient writing practices.
📜 The sacred name of Yahweh consists of four vowels, contrary to the belief that it is unspeakable.
🤔 The name Yahweh defines its very nature, character, and essence, not just his authority, as some claim.