I actually think we do need a fresh version of Christianity even though the bible is brilliant. The bible can be very confusing to most and most people can't read below surface level. But since the advent of materialism and the scientific revolution I think a fresh science of the spirit is long overdue.
When I began to read the Qur'an as a child, much of this became immediately apparent, which is why I set it down and never bothered to read the rest. Having already read the New Testament, Psalms and Proverbs, I could see there was a big difference.
I asked NotebookLM to summarize the above video and this is what it gave me: The above video explores the relationship between the Quran, the Torah, and the Gospel, particularly as understood within Islam. It argues that the Quran itself affirms the reliability and authority of Jewish and Christian scriptures, viewing them as divine revelations. However, the author contends that modern Islamic scholarship often misrepresents this position, claiming that the Bible has been corrupted, a view not supported by the Quran. Furthermore, the text suggests that Muslims generally lack deep knowledge of the Quran due to its disorganized structure, an emphasis on Hadith, and a discouragement of independent interpretation, leading to a reliance on scholarly interpretations. This lack of direct engagement with the Quran, combined with historical events like the Uthmanic recension and reported losses of Quranic passages, has contributed to a disconnect between the Quran's original message and current popular understanding within Islam regarding other Abrahamic faiths.
When I established and began uploading videos to this thread near the end of March 2023, I stated that I hoped to "begin synthesizing their messages as I have opportunity." And now, thanks to a combination of NotebookLM and my having at long last completed the process of essentially "perfecting" my trading strategy, I can finally begin committing such synthesis to text… SUMMARY: This spiritual teaching interprets biblical figures as representations of demonic influence and human tendencies. It introduces three levels of demonic influence: possession, where a demon takes over a person; oppression, where external demonic pressure affects an individual; and tendencies, which are inherent personality traits that can align with or be exploited by demonic forces. The sermon emphasizes three archetypes: Ahab, representing passivity and tolerance; Jezebel, embodying control and domination; and Elijah, symbolizing courageous and assertive behavior guided by the Holy Spirit. The goal is to cultivate the Elijah spirit by confessing sins, forgiving others, overcoming fear, setting boundaries, and confronting evil, ultimately leading to healthy relationships and spiritual growth.
Interestingly.... Islam began as counter to Christianity and around the significant number of 666. They still continue their "beastly" practices to this day.