RedLetter Christians

[Rockerduck]

Jesus told me to read His Words. You would be surprised how much knowledge is packed in Jesus's words alone. Especially the parables. Read the parables carefully and you will see. There is more power in Jesus's words the rest of the bible.

 

[MatthewG]

Jesus told me to read His Words. You would be surprised how much knowledge is packed in Jesus's words alone. Especially the parables. Read the parables carefully and you will see. There is more power in Jesus's words the rest of the bible.

Thank you for sharing Rockerduck. I believe that people should read the bible for themselves and never believe me or anyone else. They need the whole of the bible, not just parts of it.

It most certainly God's second greatest gift compared to the Life of Yeshua gave up, and was risen again for the justification of the world being made reconciled to God.


When I was 26 years old I started from Matthew, Mark, Luke, and then John in that order. I was still a very mean person even after the fact. It took some years, cause nothing good ever happens just over night. And the Christian life, involves suffering, and sometimes you feel alone even like an alien on this planet, but one must continue to live by the spirit and allow Yeshua to be the one whom comes forth even as hard as that is to die to ourselves.

 

[Behold]

Red letter Christianity sounds like a convinent way to reduce the breadth of scripture so that false doctrines can be introduced without challenge.

An interesting fact about Thomas Jefferson is this...

- Thomas Jefferson famously created his own version of the New Testament, known as The Jefferson bible, or "The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth. He meticulously cut and pasted passages from the Gospels (in Greek, Latin, French, and English) to compile a narrative focused on Jesus's moral teachings, while omitting accounts of miracles, the divinity of Jesus, and other supernatural elements.-

 

[Pavel Mosko]

Just recently heard about Redletter Christians.

Have you ever heard of them before? Apparently it's a section of a group of people that only read the words of Jesus, and do not go any further than that.


Thoughts? Experiences with anyone like this?

Please feel free to share.

It's not just that liberals use it on going easy on homosexuality in Christianity etc. I actually wanted to cite from an article that is hard to find. This "Red Letter Christian" was handing out pamphlets in the early 2000s saying "What Jesus has to say about Homosexuality" and they are completely blank, giving a false impression, when Jesus was a God fearing Jew (besides being God incarnate etc.) and he upholds the divine inspired Torah which is obviously against homosexuality, and of course in his Divinity, being part of the Godhead he would have been behind the giving of the Torah.

https://www.cbc.ca/strombo/videos/tony-campolo-on-jesus-and-homosexuality/P1872

 

[MatthewG]

It's not just that liberals use it on going easy on homosexuality in Christianity etc. I actually wanted to cite from an article that is hard to find. This "Red Letter Christian" was handing out pamphlets in the early 2000s saying "What Jesus has to say about Homosexuality" and they are completely blank, giving a false impression, when Jesus was a God fearing Jew (besides being God incarnate etc.) and he upholds the divine inspired Torah which is obviously against homosexuality, and of course in his Divinity, being part of the Godhead he would have been behind the giving of the Torah.

https://www.cbc.ca/strombo/videos/tony-campolo-on-jesus-and-homosexuality/P1872

On whether Jesus is against homosexuality:
I don't know! What I do know is that Jesus did not put his emphasis there... I think he is very much in favour of people being loyal to each other, of being faithful to each other, of being kind to each other, and most of all, of being loving to each other. I think to deny justice to gays and lesbians on the one hand, and then turn around and say, we love you, on the other... it seems weird. I mean, you can't say you love somebody and then say 'but I'm going to deny certain rights and privileges that I have that you can't have. Justice is nothing more than love turned into a social policy.

That is what is found on that article. You know Pastor Anderson and where he stands dont you?

He might have changed in the past 10 years but Idk...

Words from a proclaimed Religious Zealot.

What individuals choose to do in their personal lives is their own journey. My mother was raised by two gay men and, during her time living in various housing units, she also shared space with a person who was transgender. Throughout it all, she accepted and loved them for who they were. Though she may not have liked any of the actions they pertained into all of us know what it is like when our fleshly ways get to us how mean or angry, or upset we can be.​

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Personally, I do not believe that God hates people who identify as homosexual. From a faith perspective, I believe that Jesus took on the weight of sin and fulfilled the requirements of the Torah.​

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Sometimes when I express this belief, people challenge me by asking whether I’m encouraging others to live however they please. But truthfully, people all over the world make choices based on their own values and desires.​

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In the same way, it is a personal conviction to believe that Yeshua died, was buried, and rose again. From my perspective, had Jesus not done what He did, I don’t believe we would even be here today.​

 

[Lambano]

Yes, i always focus on The Cross of Christ (Jesus's Death) as without it, there is NO Salvation., there is no Christianity.

Yes. Jesus loved you and died for you.

Do you love Jesus back?

 

[Lambano]

Yes. Jesus loved you and died for you.

Do you love Jesus back?

How do you express your love for Him back to Jesus?

 

[Lambano]

Is Jesus a real person to you? Or just a sacrificial lamb, a theological construct?

 

[Behold]

Yes. Jesus loved you and died for you.

Do you love Jesus back?

I will never be able to Match Jesus's love for me.
But i try.

 

[MatthewG]

Yesterday, I shared with my brother, @Lambano, a reflection that’s deeply personal to me.

I said: Jesus was a real human being—just like you and me, standing right here in this barn. Think of the moment when Mary and Elizabeth met, one carrying Yeshua, the other John the Baptist. That encounter was profoundly human and sacred.

I also mentioned how I think about Timothy—not just as a figure in scripture, but as a real person facing challenges on the island of Crete. These weren’t abstract teachings—they were lived experiences.

I truly believe that Yeshua died on the cross, was buried, and rose again—and that He is indeed the Word of God made flesh.

But these beliefs are deeply personal. Regardless of what others may say, no one else can speak for the convictions in my heart. I've heard far too many claim that if you disagree with their interpretation, you're not a Christian—and frankly, that kind of rhetoric is misguided.

Faith is not about conformity—it's about genuine relationship, personal revelation, and spiritual authenticity.





Just a sidenote:

Spiritual authenticity refers to living in alignment with one's true self, values, and beliefs, both internally and externally. It involves being genuine, honest, and transparent in thoughts, words, and actions, rather than conforming to external pressures or expectations. This authenticity is seen as crucial for personal growth, spiritual development, and building meaningful relationships.

 

[MatthewG]

If you're truly seeking a spiritual journey, start by reading the Bible—chapter by chapter, verse by verse—aloud to yourself. Just one hour a day can take you remarkably far.

Personally, I’ve spent time reading the Gospels, and what stands out to me is the real, human experience of those living in that time. It’s not just a bedtime story. Jesus was struck, mocked, and crowned with thorns—yet He responded with silence and continued forward, bearing His cross. Whether helped by Peter or not, the message remains powerful.

For a deeper journey, immerse yourself in the Synoptic Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke—and don’t forget John. Pay attention to who is being spoken to and what’s being said in context. Let the setting and voices of Scripture speak to you.

Sometimes you'll miss things at first, and that’s okay. Revisiting passages and cross-referencing with the Old Testament can open new insights.

If you're committed, take time each day—even more if you're able—and allow the Word to teach you, not only through Jesus’ teachings but by moving into the deeper understanding encouraged in Hebrews. First, learn the basics. Then press forward.

As Hebrews 6:1 says: “Therefore let us move beyond the elementary teachings about Christ and be taken forward to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God.”

If that’s something you're longing for, then dive in. The journey is waiting.

 

[BlueNightingale]

Hi duckielady,

It's hard to understand what you are saying.

Luke 4, for example, when tempted by Satan, Jesus directly quotes scripture, "For it is written..."

Or when teaching, still quotes scripture. He knew all of it by heart.

If you're only going to study the red text, you're leaving out the rest of what we know Jesus read himself, based on what he was quoting.

Paul's teaching are a reflection of what he knew from having actually walked with Christ and are essential for living and building up the church.


I don't know why people would want to not have peace and order.

 

[MatthewG]

Luke 4, for example, when tempted by Satan, Jesus directly quotes scripture, "For it is written..."

Or when teaching, still quotes scripture. He knew all of it by heart.

If you're only going to study the red text, you're leaving out the rest of what we know Jesus read himself, based on what he was quoting.

Paul's teaching are a reflection of what he knew from having actually walked with Christ and are essential for living and building up the church.


I don't know why people would want to not have peace and order.

I see, Duckie. It reminds me of how Jesus learned and read the old testament scrolls.

Thank you for sharing a bit more of what you meant.