Ryan Laytart

Islam is a creation of Ishmael's descendants, and an attempt to claim the promise intended for the true heir of Abraham. Ishmael needs Christ just as much as Isaac does. Ishmael and his mother were mistreated/slighted by Sarah, and the anger has perpetuated through all generations, since.

@RyanLaytart @jess_ann_pin I have a Muslim friend who says that I would absolutely positively be a Muslim if I read the Quran. So you can see the absurdity of the logic of proving the Bible is true by reading the Bible. It applies to everything and anything

Religious people are funny. Of all the hundreds if not thousands of gods humans have believed in, how do they know they got the right one?

The other "gods" in the bible were unresponsive, when challenged. Baal, Asherah, Molech, Dagon, Chemosh, etc. Human inventions to replace the undesirable true God. Despite their absurd beliefs, God still chose to respectfully acknowledge their creations, because how else do you communicate with such a people?

@RyanLaytart @jess_ann_pin @RyanLaytart you don’t even know your own scriptures. Other gods do exist, they were just created by Yawheh. What makes Him different and the only one that is uncreated. He is species unique. Read Unseen Realm by the late Dr. Michael Heiser.

@eeeeee7853 @jess_ann_pin Yes, because telling someone they need to pursue the truth for themselves is "shoving it down their throat". Try again.

@RyanLaytart @jess_ann_pin Religious people: lack basic reasoning skills; confused about reality. Also religious people: "I've unlocked the secrets of the universe, and I'd like you to give me a moment so I can force them down your throat." 🙄

@RinoTheBouncer Tetris Splash

What will it be?🚀

@ClarksonsFarm1 You know nothing.

The "church" failed the saints. I haven't been to church since 2019.... but my walk is better than ever. If you recall: Paul described himself as the "chief of sinners", yet God called him to not only be an apostle, but he wrote a big chunk of the Bible. "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." This is something I'm really trying to embrace, currently. You say that you keep sinning... it's kind of like knowing what food is good for us, but we keep eating the wrong stuff. That's the flesh, which is always at war with the spirit. Your flesh only wants pleasure and comfort. Start doing things that strengthen your inner discipline. Turn the water cold for as long as you can, every time you're in the shower. It's physiologicallly healthy, but it also helps build resilience. Try to fast. Play with shorter fasting windows, then push it longer. You'll start to gain control, slowly. Sins will begin to satisfy, less and less. ... and always remember, God says we'll be judged as we have judged others. He's literally telling us that we can be forgiven for all if we learn to forgive others. Forgiveness is a choice, yes, but true forgiveness is revealed in [action or the lack thereof]. When Jesus told the parable of the debtor, the Master forgave the servant of ALL, yet, the servant wouldn't forgive the person who owed him a small debt. The Master then threw him in prison, forever (hell). The last point I'll make is this: Jesus summed up the whole Old Testament as this: "Love the Lord your God with all your strength, and love your neighbor as yourself." You love yourself by following God's commands (work out your salvation with fear and trembling), and once you love yourself, you now know how to love your neighbor. Ecclesiastes 12:13: Let us hear the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep His commands, for the is the whole duty of man. - See you in eternity, sister.

@pawkyweasel @SuperSisi Diablo 1 and 2, Matt Eulmen. Jeremy Soule: Oblivion, Skyrim, Northerner diaries. Jasper Kyd, Assassins Creed. Collin O'Malley: Tomb Raider. Darren Korb: Bastion. ... Too many others, to mention.

@RyanLaytart @SuperSisi I really do think it's as close to nailing the vibe as we're going to get for a long time. All the pieces aligned.

Make your case

@pawkyweasel @SuperSisi Halo 1 thru 3 had an amazing soundtrack.

@SuperSisi I’ve played a lot of games, dude, and I reckon that no game has a soundtrack that sets the tone quite like this one. Argue with your momma.

@SuperSisi Skyrim. Diablo 1, close 2nd.

@hanaamurakami Honor/Respect

As a Japanese person, I’m curious what’s the first thing that pops into your head when you think of Japan? 🧐 Like how people think of “nukes” when they think of America or “carpets” when they think of Iran.

1) First biblical purpose: Salvation. Read Genesis, then the 4 gospels. --- Creation, guidelines, disobedience/fall, salvation. -- 2) Second biblical purpose: End-of-life littanus test: Love God, Love neighbor as self. The parable of sheep/goats: Did you help to alleviate sufferring in a world full of sufferring? -- 3) Ecclesiastes. 4) Proverbs 5) Whole Bible, front to back. 6) Check what you've read against your life and experience.

A new Christian receives a Bible and ask you, “what should I read first?” What’s your answer?

2 Timothy 3:16-"All Scripture is God-breathed" (inspired) and profitable for four main purposes: teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness. It is useful for equipping believers for every good work, providing spiritual, emotional, and practical guidance for living.

@DrEliDavid King David was taking about his own countrymen when he wrote that verse. Get a clue

“When the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.” — Proverbs 11:10

@BBMagaMom I think about the same thing... but God also allows this. Imagine seeing it all, from His perspective.

@RyanLaytart So true. But it’s really discouraging to see that they’re continuing to rule over us, and commit these atrocities.

🚨Amid the chaos with Iran (proud of our strong response there!), let’s not forget the bombshell Epstein files dropping revelations left and right. We can’t let wars distract us from holding the “elite” accountable at home. By the way, they’re not “elite”…I freaking hate that term. They’re sleazy child-trafficking scumbags, perverted power-hoarding creeps, bloodsucking pedo-enablers, twisted island-hopping predators, and soul-rotting cover-up artists! Stay vigilant on both fronts! 💪🇺🇸 #EpsteinFiles

@mbalis_bakery A few sparks and a quick whiff of ozone.

Africa uniting in South Africa.

@fabienprevots @Mr_Husky1 @grok It's always cool to find old versions of the tools we use, today. We were renovating an old house and found a civil-war era level. Clunky and beat up, but still has the bubble.

@Mr_Husky1 @grok, this is a plomb line?

Found in grandfather’s tools Heavy metal object with rope wrapped around. can anyone tell me what this is?

@dr_ericberg A workout.

How do you usually fight off afternoon fatigue without coffee?

I quit church in 2019, and I honestly feel like I have more understanding of God and Creation than ever before. It had become wildly apparent that the "church" had dropped the ball. Sometimes, we need to focus on our own little world and how we operate in it. Stepping away felt like my only option.

Why I don't attend church; I thought I would give you some insight as to why I currently don't attend a church. I have absolutely no problem with churches and the gathering of believers. In fact I think it's a wonderful thing. But as the world has changed considerably in recent times its getting harder and harder to find a gospel centered church. I have tried to find a good one here in Auckland but I'm yet to find one that demonstrates faith with power. They're usually run by pastors emphasizing giving so God will bless you. Common sermons about how life can be difficult but God has you right where you're supposed to be. That promotion is coming. Your marriage will heal and so on..... Most never teach the spiritual principles that Jesus taught, it's so frustrating. I think when a church worships together it is very powerful and uplifting. I do miss that part. But at the moment I genuinely think the messaging is wrong. Maybe God is just keeping me separate for a while to focus on him privately . I'm not sure maybe I've got things completely wrong but that's currently where I'm at. I'm very interested to here your thoughts?

@lady_valor_07 Various forms of fasting, combined with keto and weight lifting. I lost 30 pounds in 12 months, at the age of 43. (Could have lost it in a month or two, with prolonged fasting... but it's better to lose it, slowly.)

What's the fastest way?