We go to church for worship, fellowship, prayer, and learning, all of which strengthen faith and glorify God. While personal worship matters, the church provides the collective support and guidance needed for spiritual growth. It’s God’s design for believers to unite, learn, and grow together. #marcusvbrown #izfly

We give to God because He is God, out of worship, gratitude, devotion, and commitment. We acknowledge His love, help in difficult times, and forgiveness. As He loved and gave to us first, we respond in love, offering our worship and resources to honor Him. #marcusvbrown #izfly

Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Woman Thou Art Loosed is based on Luke 13:12, where Jesus frees a woman from her infirmity. Many misunderstand it as freedom to act independently, but scripture emphasizes that wives are bound to their husbands, reflecting the relationship between Christ and the Church. Marriage requires mutual love, respect, and submission, as taught in the Bible. #marcusvbrown #izfly

Holiness means being set apart and unique, like God, who is pure and righteous beyond comparison. Sanctification is dedicating ourselves to God’s purpose, much like being faithful in marriage. The Bible teaches that we can be holy through obedience and submission to God. In John 17:17-19, Jesus prayed for His followers to be sanctified through truth. True holiness isn’t about appearances but living a life aligned with God’s will. #marcusvbrown #izfly

Today, I want to address four common misconceptions about the God of the Bible. These misunderstandings are widespread, but I'm going to dive into each one. Stick around to the end, as some of what I say may challenge you. #marcusvbrown #izfly

Not reading the Bible isn’t a sin. While it’s wise to read it, God values understanding His Word, which is why He gave us pastors and teachers. True faith grows through hearing and comprehension, not just reading. So, if someone claims not reading is sinful, ask—who taught that? #marcusvbrown #izfly

When I first heard people preach, I realized they often took scriptures out of context, adding their own ideas to make a point. They would misquote or misunderstand what the Bible was really saying, leading to confusion. It's important to read scripture in context to truly understand God's message and avoid spreading false teachings. #marcusvbrown #izfly

"Spare the rod, spoil the child" isn’t from the Bible but a 17th-century poem. The Bible talks about correction out of love, not just physical punishment. If it's not in the Bible, where did it come from? #marcusvbrown #izfly