Now when they had testified and spoken the word of the Lord, they returned to Jerusalem, preaching the gospel to many villages of the Samaritans.
Acts 8:25 ESV

Peter and John had apparently accepted the Samaritans as Israelites since they were willing to preach the gospel to them before God had revealed to Peter that believing gentiles were made acceptable by God because of their faith.

Exodus 4:16 So he [Aharon] will be your spokesman to the people. It will happen that he will be to you a mouth, and you will be to him as elohim, 'god.'
v17 You shall take this staff in your hand, with which you shall do the signs."
It is not a Torah violation when YeHoVaH sends His Prophet to speak on His behalf
(Deut 18:15-18 Yeshua was thee Prophet; Philippians 2:5-13; Yohanan 10:34-39 Scripture cannot be broken; Psalm 82:6).
The word Elohim itself conveys a sense of power, majesty, and authority (usage Gen 1:1).

Yeshua was crucified for blasphemy, for saying he was the Son of Elohim (YeHoVaH the Father) (John 12:28-30; 19:7, 19:21, 9:35,37), which is not a violation of Torah.
Jeremiah 3:19 “But I said, ‘How would I put you among the children and give you a pleasant land, a splendid inheritance of the hosts of the nations?’ “And I said, ‘Call Me, “My Father,” and do not turn away from Me.’
It is not a torah violation to call the Prophet elohim whom YeHoVaH has sent.
It is a Torah violation to say that YeHoVaH was killed by human hands, that is blasphemy.

Exo 19 - Time, Torah, Tetragrammaton Exodus 20.

Everyone in context is giving their testimonies that Yeshua the Nazarene is the Son was crucified, his dead body was laying in the tomb, and he rose from the dead after 3 days and 3 nights, and is alive.
Matthew 28 Yeshua. v2 And Behold [LOOK, SEE], there was a great earthquake [YHVH testimony], for an angel of YeHoVaH descended from heaven, and came and rolled away the stone [revealed va'yagel ha'even] from the door and sat on it. v3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. v4 For fear of him, the guards shook, and became like dead men. v5 But the angel answered and said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know you that you seek Yeshua, who has been crucified. v6 He is not here, for he has risen, just like he said. Come, see the place where the Lord [Master, Adoni] was lying.
v7 Go quickly and tell his disciples, 'He has risen from the dead, and behold, he goes before you into Galilee; there you will see him' Behold, I have told you."
v8 so they left the tomb quickly, frightened yet filled with joy; and they ran to give the news to his talmidim (taught ones, students).
v9 Suddenly Yeshua met them and said, “YeHoVaH yoshiachen!” [Hebrew Mattithyahu Breslau Ms YeHoVaH saves you feminine plural ending] They came up and took hold of his feet as they fell down in front of him.
v10 Then Yeshua said to them, “Do not be afraid! Go and tell my brothers to go the Galil, and they will see me there.”
v16 But eleven disciples went into Galilee, to the mountain where Yeshua had sent them. v17 When they saw him, they worshiped him, but some doubted [hesitated]. v18 And Yeshua came to them and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth.
v19 Go and make disciples of all nations, immersing them in the name of the Son [manuscript has singular, Acts 2:38. Eccl 12:13]
v20 teaching them to observe all things that I commanded you.
Behold, I will be with you [TOKEN Ehyeh imcha] always [forever le'olam], even to the end of age." Amein

The same rule would apply to thee Prophet Yeshua.
The Prophet Mosheh was given the TOKEN in
Exodus 3:12 He [YeHoVaH] said, “Certainly, Ehyeh “I will be with you.”
This will be the TOKEN to you, that I have sent you: when you have brought the people out of Egypt, you shall serve G-d on this mountain.
In Exodus 3:14 Ehyeh Asher Ehyeh, He refers to Himself as Ehyeh, we call Him YeHoVaH.

Yeshua the perfect Lamb of YeHoVaH (John.1:36, 1:45, 1:49,) The Pesah is a Ceremonial Meal.
One year old Lamb for the House of YeHoVaH, forever (le'olam).

Time, Torah, Tetragrammaton! You have the appointed Son and anointed Mashiach Yeshua, appointed times (Pesah, Feast of Unleavened Bread 7 days, the perfect number of completion, Shabbat, Torah, oath - vow, third day consecrate, sanctify,
Chag Shavuot, Holy Convocations, first-fruits of your works or deeds).

Mattithyahu 27:45 NJV Bible
Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. v46 About the ninth hour Yeshua cried with a loud voice, saying,
"ELI, ELI, LAMA AZAVTANI?
v50 Yeshua cried again with a loud voice, and yielded up his spirit.

Yoḥanan 19v19, With Hebrew letters we get:
“ישוע הנוצרי ומלך היהודים”.
Remember the reading from right to left. These letters are equivalent to our
“Yshu Hnotsri Vmlk Hyhudim” vocalized “Yeshua Hanotsri Vemelek Hayehudim.”

The Greek version of the initialism reads: ΙΝΒΙ, representing Ἰησοῦς ὁ Ναζωραῖος ὁ βασιλεύς τῶν Ἰουδαίων (Iēsoûs ho Nazōraîos ho basileús tôn Ioudaíō

In getting the Latin Iesus Nazarenus, Rex Iudaeorum “INRI.” The acronym for the Hebrew you get “יהוה”, “YHVH.”

They see the Tetragrammaton and see Yeshua (the living embodiment of the Torah nailed to the stake).

v20 Therefore many of the Judeans [religious leaders, the accusers] read this title, for the place where Yeshua was crucified was near the city; and it was written in Hebrew, in Greek, and in Latin.
v21 The chief Kohanim of the Judeans therefore said to Pilate,
"Do not write, "The King of the Jews,' but, he said,
"I am King of the Jews." (Remember, Yeshua made himself on no reputation, they wanted the false charge for Blasphemy to be written for the record) v22 Pilate answered, "What I have written, I have written."

v30 "It is finished,"

And Simon answered, “Pray for me to the Lord, that nothing of what you have said may come upon me.”
Acts 8:24 ESV

Peter told Simon Magus to repent and pray for forgiveness (notice the order), but Simon responded "Pray for me." He think he still didn't get it. Certainly a man of God has the power to intercede with God on behalf of those under his authority, but no man can ask God's forgiveness on your behalf. You have to repent and ask forgiveness of your own volition and in your own voice.

Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.
Proverbs 30:5 ESV

This is the essence of what it means to "Believe in the name of God": To believe that every word of his is true and to take refuge in him.

It's not enough to believe that God can forgive your sins by the blood of Yeshua. It's not enough to believe that Yeshua really came in the flesh and died for our sins. You have to believe IN him, which means you trust that every word he tells you is true, including the parts you don't want to hear.

Psalms 7:11-13 ESV
God is a righteous judge, and a God who feels indignation every day.
If a man does not repent, God will whet his sword; he has bent and readied his bow;
He has prepared for him his deadly weapons, making his arrows fiery shafts.

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WORD FOR TODAY “the perfect example to follow”: Joh 13:15 "For I gave you an example that you also should do as I did to you.

WISDOM FOR TODAY: Pro 31:9 Open your mouth, judge righteously, And defend the rights of the afflicted and needy.

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FEELINGS OF FEAR

We use the word [fear] to describe a feeling of dread for the future and some people claim that this kind of fear is what drives us to practice religion. But humanity’s need for YHVH cannot be so simply explained. The Bible uses the word [fear] in many ways that we do not. Biblical fear is not just a dread of the future, especially not the fear of YHVH -- which is more like a feeling of worship or awed respect. The simpler kind of fear appears in the Bible as well: we are told that: It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living Elohim -- Hebrews 10:31, and Yeshua taught that we should fear YHVH because He has the power to punish sin and destroy sinners -- Luke 12:4-5. Fear can help people to realize that they need YHVH’s forgiveness. In Genesis 3, Adam and Eve hide fearfully from YHVH after disobeying Him. Fear is a natural consequence of sin -- Genesis 3:10; 4:13-14; Proverbs 28:1 and the Bible shows a great many people who are plagued with deep anxiety [e.g., Cain, Saul, Ahaz and Pilate]. Anxious fear seizes the wicked -- Job 15:24, surprises the hypocrite -- Isaiah 33:14 and consumes evildoers -- Psalm 73:19, whose faithless lives are full of fear -- Revelation 21:8. Pharaoh’s mighty army was paralyzed by fear as YHVH moved against them -- Exodus 15:16 and Job’s friend Bildad spoke of people being driven to their knees by the judgments of YHVH -- Job 18:11. Fear often does one of two things: it freezes people up, making them unable to act or it seriously affects their behaviour. Saul’s fear of the people caused him to sin against the Commandment of YHVH -- 1 Samuel 15:24. The parents whose blind son was miraculously healed by Yeshua were afraid to support Moshiach because they feared the Jews -- John 9:22. In the parable of the talents Yeshua told of a man whose fear prevented him from doing his duty -- Matthew 25:25. Yeshua Moshiach by His death, resurrection and heavenly intercession for believers, delivers us from fear. The apostle Paul encouraged the Romans -- Romans 8:15 by telling them that in their conversion to Moshiach they received Ruach HaKodesh, not a spirit of fear and bondage, but a spirit of adoption, through which they could address YHVH as [Abba]. This is the Word Yeshua used when talking to His heavenly Father and which believers may also use in speaking to YHVH -- Galatians 4:6. If we have received YHVH’s Love, our anxieties and fears can be cast out -- 1 John 4:18. Unnecessary fear can harm the people of YHVH. Jeremiah was warned by YHVH not to fear his opponents -- Jeremiah 1:8. YHVH gives similar warnings to Ezekiel and to a great many others -- Joshua 1:7-9; Ezekiel 2:6. Even believers are tempted to fear and may be temporarily overwhelmed by it -- Psalm 55:5. Therefore, YHVH repeatedly counsels His people not to give in to the temptation of fear -- Isaiah 8:12; John 14:1, 27. He tells them to cast their anxieties upon YHVH, whose care for His sheep is infinite -- 1 Peter 5:7. Faith then, is the only way to fearlessness, as Isaiah tells us: Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Thee: because he trusteth in Thee -- Isaiah 26:3. The psalmists repeatedly mention the need for faith to conquer fear -- Psalms 37:1; 46:2; 112:7. Genuine faith is expressed in and full of, an awe and reverence for YHVH and this is the basic meaning of the biblical idea of [fearing YHVH.] Unless we personally realize the awesome and majestic power of YHVH, it is impossible to have meaningful faith in one’s heart -- Psalms 5:7; 89:7. Though believers should be free from the fear of humans -- Hebrews 13:6, death -- 2:15 and life in general -- 2 Timothy 1:6-7, they must never lose their sense of the awe of YHVH. Such awareness not only leads to true wisdom -- Psalm 111:10 but also provides direction for the child of YHVH throughout life -- Ephesians 5:21; Philippians 2:12. Those who love YHVH learn about this kind of fear by searching the Scriptures -- Proverbs 2:3-5, the Word of YHVH. In Acts 10:2 Cornelius and his family were called [YHVH-fearers] because of their high respect for the YHVH of Israel and because they stood in awe of Him. True reverence for YHVH must be expressed in good works and holy living -- 2 Corinthians 7:1. This holy fear actually brings joy -- Psalm 2:11 and a [fountain of life] -- Proverbs 14:27. The fear of Adonai is more valuable than riches -- 15:16 because Adonai takes pleasure in those who hold Him in such high regard -- Psalm 147:11.

APPROPRIATE FEAR

FEAR OF YHVH IS MOTIVATED BY HIS AWESOME POWER AND JUSTICE.

And now Israel, what does Adonai your Elohim require of you? He requires you to fear Him, to live according to His Will, to love and worship Him with all your heart and soul, and to obey Adonai’s Commands and Laws that I am giving you today for your own good. -- Deuteronomy 10:12-13. In saying that Adonai is YHVH of gods and Adonai of lords, Moses was distinguishing the true Elohim from all the local gods worshiped throughout the land. Then Moses went a step further, calling YHVH mighty and awesome. He has such awesome power and justice that people cannot stand before Him without His mercy. Fortunately, His mercy toward His people is unlimited. When we begin to grasp the extent of YHVH’s mercy toward us, we see what true love is and how deeply YHVH Loves us. Our fear of what He might do to us is transformed into a reverence and awe before His great mercy. Although our sins deserve severe judgment, YHVH has chosen to show Love and mercy to all who seek Him.

KNOWING YHVH INCREASES REVERENT FEAR.

Who are those who fear Adonai? He will show them the path they should choose. -- Psalm 25:12. To fear Adonai is to recognize YHVH for who He is: Holy, Almighty, Righteous, Pure, All-Knowing, All-Powerful and All-Wise. When we regard YHVH correctly, we gain a clearer picture of ourselves: sinful, weak, frail and needy. When we recognize who YHVH is and who we are, we will fall at His feet in humble respect. Only then will He show us how to choose His way.

FEARING YHVH LEADS TO KNOWING HIM MORE FULLY.

Friendship with Adonai is reserved for those who fear Him. YHVH offers intimate and lasting friendship to those who revere Him, who hold Him in highest honour. What relationship could ever compare with having Adonai of all creation for a friend? Your everlasting friendship with YHVH will grow as you revere Him.

FEARING YHVH DOES NOT MEAN BEING TERRIFIED OF HIM.

Don’t be afraid, Moses said, for YHVH has come in this way to show you His Awesome Power. From now on, let your fear of Him keep you from sinning. -- Exodus 20:20. Throughout the Bible we find this phrase: Don’t be afraid. YHVH wasn’t trying to scare the people. He was showing His Mighty Power so the Israelites would know He was the true Elohim and would therefore obey Him. If they would do this, He would make His Power available to them. YHVH wants us to follow Him out of love rather than fear. To overcome fear, we must think more about His Love. 1 John 4:18 says that: perfect love expels all fear.

AVOIDABLE FEAR

THE PROMISE OF YHVH’S PROTECTION CAN KEEP US FROM FEAR.

Afterward ADONAI spoke to Abram in a vision and said to him, ‘Do not be afraid Abram, for I will protect you and your reward will be great.’ -- Genesis 15:1. Why would Abram be afraid? Perhaps he feared revenge from the kings he had just defeated -- 14:15. YHVH gave him two good reasons for courage: 1. He promised to defend Abram, and 2. He promised to give Abram great blessings. When you fear what lies ahead, remember that YHVH will stay with you through difficult times and that He has promised you great blessings.

BE CAREFUL NOT TO LEAVE YHVH OUT OF YOUR THINKING.

I command you -- be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For Adonai your Elohim is with you wherever you go. -- Joshua 1:9. Joshua’s new job consisted of leading more than 2 million people into a strange new land and conquering it. What a challenge -- even for a man of Joshua’s calibre! Every new job is a challenge. Without YHVH it can be frightening. With YHVH it can be a great adventure. Just as YHVH was with Joshua, He is with us as we face our new challenges. We may not conquer nations, but every day we face tough situations, difficult people, and temptations. However, YHVH promises that He will never abandon us or fail to help us. By asking YHVH to direct us we can conquer many of life’s challenges.

FEARS CAN BE RESISTED BY REMEMBERING YHVH’S GREATNESS.

The king asked: ‘Well, how can I help you?’ With a prayer to YHVH of heaven, I replied, ‘If it please Your Majesty and if you are pleased with me your servant, send me to Judah to rebuild the city where my ancestors are buried. -- Nehemiah 2:4-5. The king noticed Nehemiah’s sad appearance. This frightened Nehemiah because it was dangerous to show sorrow before the king, who could execute anyone who displeased him. Anyone wearing sackcloth [mourning clothes] was barred from the palace -- Esther 4:2. Nehemiah wasn’t ashamed to admit his fear, but he refused to allow fear to stop him from doing what YHVH had called him to do. When we allow our fears to rule us, we make fear more powerful than YHVH. Is there a task YHVH wants you to do, but fear is holding you back? YHVH is greater than all your fears. Recognizing why you are afraid is the first step in committing it to YHVH. Realize that if YHVH has called you to a task, He will help you accomplish it.

IT IS FAR BETTER TO FEAR YHVH THAN TO FEAR MAN.

Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but to trust the ADONAI means safety. -- Proverbs 29:25. Fear of people can hamper everything you try to do. In extreme forms, it can make you afraid to leave your home. By contrast, fear of YHVH -- respect, reverence and trust-is liberating. Why fear people who can do no eternal harm? Instead, fear YHVH who can turn the harm intended by others into good for those who trust Him.

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