Look,
I write this shit for fun.
I have NO fixed dates for uploads.
So yeah.
EPIK BIBLE PLS READ
(Oh god that sounds disgustingly unprofessional)

The first chapter of the Bible is Genesis which means the beginning and the end of the Bible is the Revelations which shows the end of the world through an apocalypse.

This is a story of the end towards the new beginning, a new world where God abandons the humans, he let all hell loose on Earth.

Great War still going on but the exception is that only fighting take place between Bible God and four Satan. The destruction caused due to their fight is so much that I had to make barrier to stop shockwave also they also insists everyone it's their fight so not interfere except the head Lucifage still join the war due to his loyalty which I really respect.

This made me realize that's how Grafiya is always loyal to sirzechs even when he cheat on her in series as she got loyalty from her father.

On last day I teleported inside the barrier and saw six dying person but fear cannot be seen in their face instead there is satisfaction. When I reached near them, I undid my disguise so they can saw the real me. Frown can be seen in everybody face.

Satan: so our devil god actually Universal God. What if you really wanted to kill us you can just so why you have to go such great length to start war.

(Hearing Satan both bible and I have frown for different reason. Bible wanted to know why I started war whereas me, because Satan misunderstand my intention. )

James: I think all of misunderstand war is never my intention but if I really want massacre then It Childs play for me, I just change peace it is really necessary so forgive for deceiving you. I saw them some alternate scene of future in series we watch

(After watching this they all got to same decision what I did really corrected and especially Satan they regretted why they did not pay attention to their descendant and also Lucifer Satan free Lucifage family)

After watching their reaction without even waiting for them I just summon four apocalypse and release my power which change weather clear sky. The individual power release by these four apocalypse totally shock Bible and Satan. After that I offered them chance of new live which they gladly accepted.

Lucifer give me a token to me and message to pass to Lucifage family after that I just link Satans soul to four apocalypse and send them to suitable in human so that they can enjoy their normal childhood. After sending them only bible and Lucifage remain.

James: bible I know god life is really boring so now just start your next life without regret after you all become powerful you can just return. I will just seal memories till you reach ultimate level I promise I will take care both Lucy and Gaby with heaven. Good bye friend. Also Lucifage you also enjoy.

Bible: I really grateful to you, James but I will warn you if you ever hurt Gaby and Lucy I will hunt you. He said in a joke what I really felt some threat well I can understand every father's feeling. 

After all that I amplify my voice announce death of god and Satans to all, it really broke Angel and devil faction. All forces retreated and officially the Great War came to end hence the new era started. 

Now James can be seen in Lucifage family manor he can see helplessness of people Lucifage family as they were the family who suffered the most in this war. I just enter the manor by releasing my some power due to my power no guard came to stop me at last Lucifage's wife came in front of me and in her lest a beautiful silver hair woman can be seen standing having power of ultimate class.

Even with devil god pressure she dint flinched an inch instead she look like ready to die to protect her mother. Lucifage's wife politely asked me my reason to visit their family.

James: hello, My name James Lucifer people call me as universal god and many title but devil call me as devil god.
[Hearing me they really scared to shit but hold it in front me as my universal god title really a big taboo and my title as devil god make them confuse.]

Lucifage's wife: sir, how this lowly servant can help you. Please forgive me for bad behaviour.

James: please refrain formalities as today here to deliver last wish of Satan. I show them his given medal and told them the whole story. As I really like Lucifage's family's loyalty so stay in their family to help them.

In other hand I had already send my clone to heaven to manage their problem. As Lucifage family is directly under my protection no one try to prevent their peace due to their losses many family tried to take advantage from them but my presence help them a lot.

I also help them in administration and train Grafiya and many talented people in Lucifage family and when they ask why I am doing this I just told them I saw grafiya's father as my friend.

My help benefit them a lot in just 2 year grafiya reached Mid-level Satan and their family power can be comparable to Dike rank devil family. 

In these day new devil council also came to meet me as they old council simply wipe out by me so no one really knew about my scheme they even ask me to become new Satan I just rejected them.

My rejection really bring in some members eyes as they want all the power by making Satans position elected and the main obstruction is also become clear as I want to travel not want anything.

The time had come for me leaving Lucifage family, my presence make them secure also they think me as a family but they also know they can't stop. Before leaving me I noticed Grafiya does not came to greet me really weird . Due my time spending with their family. She treat me as her big bro, this girl really is big tsundere never tell her real feeling.

I just walk to our training field where I train Grafiya where a young woman can be seen sitting placing her head on her knee and have red eyes which so she just cried.

@it is fandic but due to some error its type is change to novel.

All the credit for cover goes to artist! I don't own the cover.

DxD novel's is property of it's original author. all rights are reserved to him only ! except my characters!

our MC traveling through black hole which accidentally leads him to house of ORIGIN(creator God) who later become friend with him and Grant his wish to live in Dxd world. travel with OP MC in his adventurous life.

Prologue
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At the age of 30, James Filler was considered one of the top players in 'Another Fantasy Online'.
Having played for 20 years or rather 140 years in-game he managed to leave a lasting impression on the world as the game's most powerful undead. If one were to watch his adventures from beginning to end, only one word would describe him, 'Godly'.
Much like most players, he started out playing as a human. Dying from swarms of lv1 rabbit, lv1 birds, drowning in the city fountain, dying from a dropped vase, getting ran over by... well let's just say he died a lot in the beginning.
To be honest his fate only really started changing once he encountered some crazy hag who mutilated his body by slowly wrenching off the skin, muscles, and body tissue from his bones.
Now before you say:
'That's not true! The game can't be that brutal, right?'
'It's impossible, if that's the case then how come nobody else experienced this?!'
'He would have died from the damage taken, so how was he still alive?!'
Just hear me out.
We all know A.F.O (Another Fantasy Online) has its moments when it shows its sadistic side, negating player damage, for a 'more immersive experience' during special quests or events.
Fortunately, the game reduced his pain sensitivity to 20%; unfortunately, I don't think it helped much because he still screamed like a banshee.
After the torture had ended, he discovered his status no longer read 'Human', rather it read 'High Undead Skeleton'. Dissatisfied, he started cursing his luck and the heavens until he realized the perks of this change. As a High Undead he no longer had a hunger stat, gained infinite stamina, and as a race bonus he received a substantial amount of bonus stats for himself and his summoned undead.
By this point everything really started to ameliorate. He started slaughtering his way through monster infested areas gaining level after level; after rising to lv100, he unlocked the racial ability 'Bone Guard', allowing him to summon 4 skeleton guards that had around two-thirds of his stats.
Even though he was doing better by this point; his luck was still terrible. When trying to prank scare a Npc his skull got smashed in by falling stones, he was frequently used as a chew toy by a Cerberus that continuously chased after him, and a few more incredibly awkward/embarrassing things.
Hahaha, *Wipes away tears from laughter*
While I could keep you hear reminiscing about the good times, I think we all want to get to the part that matters.
10 years after he started playing A.F.O James created the dungeon we all know and love, 'Dominion'. For those that don't know, this dungeon spans about one hundred floors and is capable of merging into ten super floors. The type of monsters that could occupy the floors are golems, forest and mountain type monsters, undead, higher class undead, and demons; as of right now the remaining types are a unknown.
Over the course of a few years, in-game, he spent his time building his dungeon's power and sustainability in prelude to the 'Rise of the Demon King Event'. During this event he managed to go from lv363 to lv603 through conquest and Indulging himself in the mass genocide of all living creatures who stood in his path; he was truly one of the only players who embodied a true demon king, even to this day.
*Sigh*
A little more than six months ago we discovered he caught the XE15A virus from an individual within his apartment building. As most or all you should know this virus is an ongoing pandemic and those that get infected will die within the first six months if not treated.
 ***While there currently isn't a cure the first batch should be created six months from now.

After being told that there was currently no cure and that it would be possible to prolong his life until the cure could be created, he decided to turn down their offer and not live a life knee high in debt. Rather than waiting a year, he expressed his desire to be quarantined and to spend the remainder of his life playing A.F.O...
I received a call from him about a week ago asking me to post his story on the forums so he could forever be a part of the game or something like that, on the day of his passing. To be honest, I just wished he wasn't so stubborn and asked me for money to help treat him, but he wouldn't put his pride aside and accepted thing as is.
-Zodiac, you will be missed (James Filler), R.I.P

Posted by: Playful_Spooning48     Date: 29-9-2071
👍: 5.1b          👎: 2.5m

***

Four-hundred-twenty-nine years passed with the most notable thing being the invention of the Artificial Intelligence Soul. The Artificial Intelligence Soul, commonly referred to as A1S, was created by John Ark Noah, a world renowned neurologist; the purpose behind the A1S was to create the perfect dynamic environment for virtual reality games allowing them to become almost indistinguishable from reality while also boosting the life of the game to last longer than its counterparts.
In the Year 2501 the gaming company, Inquisitive, bought the rights to A.F.O with the intention of creating a rebooted version. The purpose is to show the world that A1S has the capability to turn a nearly five-hundred-year-old game into the most anticipated and played game in the world.
...…
...
…

[Beginning recreation of Npc No. 19970609.]
5%
7%
15%
30%
[Recreation Complete. An issue has been detected with character data, beginning repairs.]
[Repairs have failed. Proceeding recreate Npc No. 19970609 data from scratch.]
[Recreation of character data has succeeded.]
[Awaking Npc No. 19970609…]
...
...
"…"
A boy, who looked to be in his mid-teens, sat in the middle of an empty room inquisitively; confusion and growing interest could be seen plastered all over his face. He wore wool clothing with no footwear making it easy to notice his muscular figure.
"W-What's going on here!? But more importantly, where am I?"
As if to respond to his questioning, the system responded.
[Welcome Npc No. 19970609. Due to an error in your data you are currently undergoing recreation.]
Suddenly, a transparent bluish-purple screen appeared in from of him.
[Please select a race template to begin the recreation process. After which you will be placed into temporary stasis until the world has been successfully rebooted]
<Human Template><Beast-Kin Template><Elven Template><Dwarven Template> 
<Fairy Template><Half-Elf Template><Dark Elf Template><Dragon Template>
…
After looking through the list for what's seemed to be hours, he laid back and said dejectedly "Out of all the races not one even piques my interest. Ideally, I wanted a race that had the same statistics as High Undead. To be honest I can't really complain, I mean whoever said that this was Another Fantasy Online, as far as I know this is just…"
[Npc No. 19970609, the race High Undead has been removed for the upcoming rebooted version of Another Fantasy Online]
"…!?"
"WAIT WAIT WAIT, WHAT DID YOU SAY!?"
[Abnormal speaking habits detected. Proceeding to reset Npc No.19970609…]
Panicking he hurried and said interjectedly "No! there is no need for that, I was just surprised to hear what you just said! Also, my name is James, James Filler, not Npc No. whatever…" [Npc No.19970609]
 "Sigh. Yea that; I would really appreciate it if you stop calling me that and call me by my name. Also why was High Undead removed from the rebooted version of Another Fantasy Online?"
After waiting a short moment, the system calmly responded [The race High Undead was removed do to it purely being redundant. Lich, Death Knight, and Pure-Blooded Vampires could all be considered High Undead. To make the world more engaging, all elements that could break the feeling of immersion has been removed]
After thinking about its James realize that this was technically not wrong; rather than calling a skeleton High Undead Skeleton another title could be given, such as Skeleton King or Skeleton Knight. Even though he didn't want to give up on the class that made him who he was, he was still looking forward to making another legend.
With a face full of dejection, James began depressively scrolling through the list of races once more. Suddenly, he had an epiphany, throwing his head up he excitedly asked, "Rather than deciding on a race within this list, would it be possible for me to create a race?"
…
[Responding to Npc James. It is possible to create a new race, however if the created race threatens the game balance the race in question will not be approved or will be subject to auto balancing by the system]
*Ding*
Npc James has requested to create a new race. Do you wish to proceed? Y/N
With a face full of elation, he throws his head back screaming "Hell yes!"

Another Fantasy Online is back and ready to revolutionize the way people view virtual reality games.
A world full of mysteries, swords and magic, and a reincarnated individual who loves role-playing religiously.
Join James Filler, Zodiac, on his life journey as a World Boss in Another Fantasy Online.
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A life filled with enjoyment and pride.
A death filled with disappointments and Lies.
The new world brings opportunity and war.
The old world brings corruption and more.

***NOTE: On 05/07/20 the MC's name was changed from 'Undead Ghoul' to 'Zodiac'.

"Hahaha~ You're very greedy, Lucius. And I will grant all your wishes."

"Seriously? You're really going to grant it ?!" I asked the God of Bible in a slightly harsh tone and distrust.

"Yes. Didn't I swear? I look very bad to me if I break my swear." The God of Bible said to me in a calm voice.

I who heard the words of the God of the Bible thought: 'I did not think that he would grant all my wishes. Doesn't he think that I'm too much and too OP?'

I thinking about the reason why the God of Bible granted my wishes easily. For several minutes I thought about it before hearing the voice of the God of the Bible that made me get out of my mind.

"All right. Is that the only wish you want?" God of Bible asked me in a tone that sounded authoritative.

"Huh? What do you mean?" I asked confused.

"Don't you want to make another wish?"

"Eh?... I can still make a wish? Is that okay? Hasn't the request I made made me very OP?" I asked in a slightly surprised tone because he could reapply to the God of Bible while thinking:

'Is God od Bible a fool? Or because he's too genius?... Maybe the statement 'Genius is only one level above Crazy' is a true statement.'

"Yes. You can still submit more requests to me because you still have enough Fate Points to make more requests. And indeed your wishes make you too OP, but to me you are still weak." God of the Bible answered before asking Lucius: "So Lucius, do you want to make another wish?"

"... Y-Yes. Maybe a little more." I answered quickly.

"Then, state your wishes." God of the Bible said to me.

"Can I think about it... again?" I say politely.

"I told you! You don't need to be too formal with me!" The God of Bible said to me in a slightly loud tone.

"Oh, sorry."

"Haah~ It's okay and you can think of the wish you want to make again." God of the Bible said to me.

I began to think again about the wish I wanted: 'I already have OP skills and my magic energy (Mana) is also unlimited. I can create any skills and objects with the skills I have. Even I am an Immortal. I am also no longer attached to Fate and my existence is arguably hidden because my existence is not recorded in the Book of Akashic Records. Then what else?'

I keep thinking and thinking, until I find out what is missing from me. What I don't have is...

...is Physical Strength and an Army.

"I have decided it." I say to the God of the Bible.

"Hmm? Then, mention everything."

"My wish is: I want to have very high physical strength that can destroy a world with a single punch." I mentioned my first request to God of the Bible.

"Hoo~ Interesting. I'll grant it."

'Ha?! Granted?! Is the God of Bible stupid? Does he not worry if I destroy a world?' I thought when I heard that my wish was granted.

"My second wish is: I want to have Sung Jin-Woo's 'Shadow Extraction' skill, 'Save Shadow' skill, and 'Shadow Exchange' skill from the 'Solo Leveling' manhwa. But I want the 'Save Shadow' skill able to save Shadow Soldiers with unlimited capacity." I mentioned my second wish in a tone that sounded very calm.

"Granted."

"My third wish is: I want you to create me some Shadow Soilders." I mentioned my third wish to the God of Bible.

"Granted. But how many Shadow Soldiers do you want? And what do you want me to create Shadow Soilders?" Asked the God of Bible after granting my third request.

"I want to have 25,000,000,000 Shadow Infantry from manhwa 'Solo Leveling', 20,000,000,000 Shadow Magician from manhwa 'Solo Leveling', 15,000,000,000 Shadow High Orcs from manhwa 'Solo Leveling', 15,000,000,000 Shadow Ice Bear from manhwa 'Solo Leveling', and 15,000,000,000 Shadow Wyverns that look like Kaisel from the manhwa 'Solo Leveling'. And I also want to have 10,000,000,000 Shadow Dragons (Shadow Soilders with perfect dragon shapes) which have a length of about 75-80 meters." I mentioned the number of Shadow Soilders I wanted and what the Shadow Soilder I wanted was without the slightest guilt.

"... Why do you need so many Shadow Soilders? Are you going to start a war? And if you want to start a war, what or who is your enemy?" Asked the God of Bible in a tone that sounded serious after listening to my wish.

"Maybe someday, I will go to a war ... I'm sure that in the future, I will have many enemies that stronger than me. I also want to have my own Army that will never betray me, but it is very difficult for me to trust others ." I said in a cold tone before continuing again in the same cold tone: "In any world and any universe, everyone is the same. All living things are very easy to be controlled, even a God can be controlled by humans who are weaker than the God."

"Hoo~? I see. Indeed, all living things are very easily controlled by using wealth, power, or strength, but how is a weak human you said before can control a God that thousands times stronger than that human?" Ask the God of Bible seriously after listening to my words.

"Humans, Monsters, Devils, Angels, Gods and Goddess are the same creatures. Their only difference is race, status, power, and strength, but they can still be controlled with 5 things." I answered the God of Bible in a tone that sounded serious.

"Hmm? And what 5 things do you mean?" Ask God of the Bible.

"First (1): Treasure, second (2): Power, third (3): Honor, fourth (4): Threats, and ..."

"And?"

"And the fifth (6): Trust."

"...Hahahahahahahahahaha~ You're really interesting, Lucius! Really, really interesting! But you know that is the nature of living things, right?" Asked the God of Bible after laughing out loud.

"Yes, I know. That's why I chose to have a Shadow Soilder that can be ascertained that they will never betray me because it's only me they serve and only my orders they obey." I say to the God of Bible.

"Haha~ Alright, I'll grant it."

"I also want to add a little skill to my Shadow Soilder." I say to the God of Bible.

"What skill do you want to add to them, Lucius?" Ask God of Bible in a tone that sounds authoritative.

"I want all my Shadow Soilders to have skills that can take magic energy and life energy from my enemies or the sentient beings I choose and give it to me. I also want all my Shadow Soilders to have a deadly aura that very intimidates my enemies." I say to the God of the Bible.

"Alright, I'll grant it. The skills I will give to all your Shadow Soilders are the 'Drain' and 'Aura of Death' skills. The 'Drain' skill can make your Shadow Soilders absorb or drain the magic energy, stamina, and life energy of others living things, but first your Shadow Soilders must touch the living creature before activating this skill. And the 'Aura of Death' skill that makes your Shadow Soilders have an aura of death itself. Is that enough, Lucius? " Said the God of Bible describing the skills that my Shadow Soilders would have.

"Yes. Thank you and that's more than enough for me." I say to the God of the Bible.

"You're welcome. Do you still want another wish?" Ask the God of Bible to me.

"N-No. That's already too OP for me." I answered the God of Bible in a tone that sounded shocked.

"Good. Now, what world do you want to visit?" Ask God of the Bible.

"I'll think about it first." I answer calmly.

"Fine. Think about it, you have plenty of time for that." God of the Bible said to me.

I started thinking about the world I wanted to go to first. I keep thinking about Anime, Film, Manhwa, Manhua, Games and Novels on Earth and searching for the most powerful and exciting world. For this time, I decided to strengthen my physical strength first. I don't know how many minutes I've been thinking

"I have chosen the world I want to visit." I say to the God of Bible.

"What world do you want to visit, Lucius?" Ask the God of Bible.

"I want to go into the Sword Art Online (SAO) anime. 1 year before the story begins." I answer.

"Hoo~? If I may know, why do you want to go to that world? Isn't there no such thing like magic?" Asked the God of Bible after hearing my answer.

"Although there is no magic there, I think the story is quite good and pleasant. Ah, I also want to keep my strength from the real world while I am in Sword Art Online." I told God of the Bible in a tone that sounded a little happy.

"That is very easy, but your Shadow Soilders cannot enter the Sword Art Online Game. Don't you mind that?" Ask the God of Bible to me.

"That doesn't matter to me." My answer.

"All right, then I'll grant all your wishes and see you later, Lucius." God of the Bible said to me and slowly its form (white ball) began to disappear into particles of white light.

"Yes, see you later and thank you, the God of Bible." I said politely to the God of the Bible.

"I told you, you don't need to be too formal with me!" Said Gid of Bible in a slightly loud tone before disappearing from me. Seeing this I felt very happy, but my happy feeling disappeared because I realized something.

"WAIT!! How about me?! How about the wish I want?! Ho-" My speech was interrupted when I heard the electronic noise from inside my head.

[Installing System ...

10%

ERROR! ERROR! ERROR!]

[Host, please choose to reincarnate, integrate, or create a new body so System can be installed and integrate with Host's Soul and Body]

"Ah? It has been granted." I said after hearing the sound from my System.

[Host, please choose to reincarnate, integrate, or create a new body so System can be installed and integrate with Host's Soul and Body]

"I chose to make a new body." I say to System.

[Host chose to make a new body]

[Showing the body making panel]

After hearing the sound from System, I saw a panel to make a black game character right in front of me.

"All right. I will make my new body, let's make it!"

I also started to make my new body and it's clear I want my new body to look very handsome. I clicked there and clicked here, made adjustments there and made adjustments here. Minutes passed to hours, hours passed to days, and days passed to weeks. I don't know how long I've made my new body. Until-

"System, I'm done making my new body." I say to System.

[Host's new body has been created]

[Integrating Host's Soul with Host's New Body in 3... 2... 1... Completed]

My eyes darkened after System said that, but I could feel my body. I also tried to open my eyes. After I opened my eyes I saw that I was in my new body. I also tried to see my new body, after a few seconds I heard System speak again:

[Installing System...

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

Installation complete]

[Integrating the System with Host's Soul and Body in 3... 2... 1... Completed]

[Hello Host, I am the System that you want from God of the Bible to help and accompany you on the journey you are going to do]

"Oh, oka-" My words were interrupted by a System sound that was heard again in my head.

[System integration process has been completed]

[Performs the next stage]

'The next step?' I thought confusedly.

[Next stage: Choosing the world that Host wants to visit]

"Oh. I chose the world of Sword Art Online, 1 year before the story began." I say to System.

[The world has been chosen ...]

[World: Sowrd Art Online, Time: One year before the story begins]

[Teleport Host to the world of Sword Art Online. Location: Antarctica, Time: One year before the story begins in 3... 2... 1... Completed]

"Wai-" My eyesight had turned dark again before I could finish my words.

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WELCOME 

Have you ever read the entire Bible at least once? If you have, share how this experience affected your relationship with God & others. If you have not share what hinders you from doing so & what will you do to overcome that starting this week.

WORD

Acts 17:1-15 New International Version (NIV) says

In Thessalonica

17 When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. "This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah," he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women.

5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason's house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd.[a] 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: "These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar's decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus." 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go.

In Berea

10 As soon as it was night, the believers sent Paul and Silas away to Berea. On arriving there, they went to the Jewish synagogue. 11 Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true. 12 As a result, many of them believed, as did also a number of prominent Greek women and many Greek men.

13 But when the Jews in Thessalonica learned that Paul was preaching the word of God at Berea, some of them went there too, agitating the crowds and stirring them up. 14 The believers immediately sent Paul to the coast, but Silas and Timothy stayed at Berea. 15 Those who escorted Paul brought him to Athens and then left with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible.

One can make an eternal impact in the lives of others by studying the Bible, applying what you learned & teaching this to others.


2 Timothy 3:16-17 New International Version (NIV) says
16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God[a] may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

that all Scripture is inspired by God & is useful teaching, rebuking, correcting & training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be equipped for every good work. This is why we need to study God's word, not merely for knowledge but for transformation.

STUDY GOD'S WORD

As we continue to study the Book of Acts, we follow Paul into chapter 17 where he engaged with all kinds of people that he encounters in his travels. The first place that Paul often went to in different cities was the synagogue. Here in Thessalonica, he gives an account of the Messiah, the promised deliverer of the Jews. Paul refers to the Old Testament to create a 'dialegomai'(Greek) or dialogue from the Scriptures. He explains that the Jesus Christ had to suffer & rise again, as written 


in Isaiah 53:5 New International Version (NIV) says

5 But he was pierced for our transgressions,
    he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was on him,
    and by his wounds we are healed.


& in Psalm 16:10-11 New International Version (NIV) says
10 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
    nor will you let your faithful[a] one see decay.
11 You make known to me the path of life;
    you will fill me with joy in your presence,
    with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

Obviously, Paul studied Scriptures & knew what it says about the promised Messiah. Paul related ancient prophesy from Scripture to the historical event of Jesus death on the cross & His resurrection. Paul proclaimed Jesus with boldness & trusted the Lord for the outcome. Indeed, Paul would preach in the synagogue & would get beaten up after, yet he would do the same thing in the next city they would go to. He was not discouraged even if he faced opposition. He knew what his calling was, to preach the good news first to the Jews & then to the Gentiles. His calling was sure & getting beaten up & opposed to his face did not stop him from continuing on his mission. When you have an impact, you will have an uproar. In the things you are doing for God, are you experiencing an "uproar"? Doing God's work  might mean facing hostility from the very people you are trying to reach out to.

APPLY GOD'S WORD 

We must also check our eagerness in approaching God's word. Do you find the Bible bland & boring? Are you excited to encounter God in His word? 


Psalm 1:1-2 New International Version (NIV) says

BOOK I

Psalms 1–41

Psalm 1
1 Blessed is the one
    who does not walk in step with the wicked
or stand in the way that sinners take
    or sit in the company of mockers,
2 but whose delight is in the law of the Lord,
    and who meditates on his law day and night.

Though the Bible does not promise a life without problems it is a deep source which God uses to guide you in making wise decisions as you face life's difficulties & challenges. Apply what you learn from the Bible in your life even before you attempt to share it with others!

TEACH GOD'S WORD  

The next group of people that Paul engages within Acts 17, were the Bereans who were more open to Paul's teaching compared to the Thessalonians. In matters of discernment, we must be like the Jews in Berea who not only studied the Scriptures but also used this to examine what was being preached to them. In listening to preachers, we must have an unbiased eye & be opened to the truth that a preacher teaches but always go back to Scripture & check for ourselves what we heard from the preacher against what the Bible says. Is this how we view the speakers we encounter? With an unbiased eye but a discerning spirit? We need to be careful because there are many false teachers & many more will arise. Like Paul, are you willing to take a beating for something you believe in? It is so hard to teach what you do not believe in, so make sure that you know why you believe what you believe & teach. One of the greatest hindrances to God using you to teach others about the Bible is your unwillingness to apply God's word. Have a self-check, is your Bible knowledge making you arrogant? Beware that it does not, as 


1 Corinthians 8:1 New International Version (NIV)

Concerning Food Sacrificed to Idols

8 Now about food sacrificed to idols: We know that "We all possess knowledge." But knowledge puffs up while love builds up.

As one grows deeper in the knowledge of Christ & the Bible, one should be more understanding, loving & humble. Is this true for you? The Thessalonians did not accept Paul's teaching the first time & yet even with the initial resistance, a church was established in Thessalonica. Paul's commitment to teach God's word no matter the personal consequence to him, eventually bore much fruit. The Thessalonians became an example of how lives surrendered to Jesus can become a vibrant church. We too can be an example of how a surrendered life that studies, applies & teaches the Bible can be transformed because of Jesus Christ.

DISCUSSION QUESTION (PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE ANYMORE HERE YOUR PAST EXPERIENCE, BECAUSE WE ARE NOW AT THE PRESENT TIME)

1. Which part in this process you excel in & where you need help to improve on? 

Mia's answer: In this process I excel in teaching God's word, I need to help to improve in my studying God's word

Kathy's answer: I would excel in encoding in QuickBooks and Excel.  I also excel in issuing invoices.  I also excel in following up dues from the customers or clients.  I need to improve my character skills.  I should be more patient towards other people.  I should learn to control my emotions. 


2. How will you apply our lesson STUDY, APPLY & TEACH  to your next week of your life? 

Mia's answer: i will apply our lesson to my next week of my life

Kathy's answer: I would apply my lesson to my next week of my life by first reviewing my lessons and then study what's my weaknesses and strengths so I could improve them. 


3. To whom will you teach the Bible this week? 

Mia's answer: I will teach the Bible this week to the workshop I will volunteer

Kathy's answer: I would teach Bible to my online network in Toluna PH and webnovel by sharing our own ideas in this Devotional Time Session.


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Lists of thoughts... Random thoughts... (considered as communion to God Almighty!)

The king followed behind James asked him to wait. He wanted to ask James about Alex's transformation. 

At first, James said Alex has the healing type bloodline but Alex showed them a different one. It was an offensive type bloodline of the Fire Pheonix. People having dual bloodlines are rare but not impossible.

There are rumors of people having dual bloodlines by the stroke of luck. Otherwise only the clans from Top-tier kingdoms with pure bloodlines been able to produce their offspring with the dual bloodline. 

He thought Alex was lucky enough to awaken the hidden bloodline and bloodline from his mother. 

But the one Alex showed them was an entirely different one. It was something they never have seen before. 

Normally for one to show to transformation on their body needs people with high bloodline purity. Like heard in legends, bestowed from the source. For example, like the Pheonix bird bestowing Pheonix bloodline for Alex's Ancestors.

So this means Alex had gotten this new bloodline from a source. James looked at the King and knew what he was going to ask.

"You want to ask about his Bloodline right?" James asked the king.

The king nodded. "At first, I had the same doubts of him having a different bloodline. But after speaking with him, I got a surprise." James said.

"Surprise?"

"Yes! I heard that he was asked by an Immortal to become his disciple." James revealed it.

"Whaaaaaat?" the King's shout echoed the whole mansion.

Even the princess and Rose walking behind was dumbfounded. "Disciple of an Immortal" what does that convey? Alex in the future is going to become the same existence at the level. Walking behind the princess, Rose felt her face turning Red. She felt ashamed of thinking Alex as a cripple but now she knows he's at a level she can never reach in her entire life. 

The king didn't know how to react. 

James continued, "I think the bloodline might be a gift from the Immortal."

"Gift from an Immortal! Sigh! Today I am getting shock after shock. Okay, let's go and see him." the king commented.

While walking the king was getting worried. He was worried because the status of James's family was getting bigger and bigger. He was now thinking whether his daughter is qualified to marry into James's family. He felt the urge to tie his relation with James as soon as possible. Otherwise, James will reach a position where he can only look up to.

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Alex woke up feeling dizzy. He tried to recall what happened earlier but the only thing he can remember is getting angry beyond control and after that everything is blank.

He felt his whole body sore and prickling in some places.

*Bam*

The door swung open and James walked in with King behind.

But before they could talk, Lily came dashing and jumped into Alex's embrace.

*Arghhh*

Alex felt like a boulder was thrown on his body. His wanted to cry in pain but controlled himself and smiled at her.

Rose standing behind looked at Alex's ugly smile. She walked forward and took Lily away from him with a smile. Alex feeling relieved gave her a thankful smile and looked at his father.

"How are you feeling? Is your body fine?" James asked with concern.

Alex gave a nod as a reply.

Coincidentally, Alex thought of saying that the Immortal gave him the new bloodline as a gift. Hearing from his mouth relieved the doubt in both of their minds.

Alex checked his status to check whether there is any changes in his body.

[Status:-]

[Name: Alex Redforest]

[Age: 16]

[Race: NetherGate Demon / Human]

[Sex: Male]

[Bloodline: Elvin Blood 9%, Lesser Pheonix Blood 97%, Divine Mammoth Blood 1%, Nether Gate Demon Blood (Sealed)]

[Cultivation: 9th stage of Qi conversion]

{Physique: Early Houtian Stage}

(Soul: Early Manifestation stage}

[Body status: Weak]

[Inventory: 0% used] 

*Sigh*

His body status was weak as expected. But the other change made him afraid.

At first, his Race was Human/ NetherGate demon but now the position changed. It prioritized the demon first and then human. He was afraid that one day the human will vanish from his status.

James and King looked at his worried expression. They thought he was feeling bad like anyone would on their first kill. Alex didn't say he burnt three thugs to death yesterday so James also had the same thought.

The king walked up to Alex and asked, "Alex, If it's okay can you show us your cultivation level." The king even with his cultivation couldn't sense Alex's cultivation. So he was curious to see which level he reached.

"This.... I am currently at peak 9th stage Qi conversion. But I feel like forming a Core soon." Alex replied glancing at Rose. Rose's face again turned red after feeling his glance.

James and the King weren't surprised much. They were already prepared for the answer, so it didn't shock them much. But James was a little surprised. He heard from Laura that Alex's force that day came from External cultivation. That means he was at least capable of fighting the King. But unlike Physique cultivation, Qi cultivation is a step by step cultivation. For him to jump from Body purification stage to peak Qi conversion within a month is a monstrous thing.

Now both were 100 percent sure that Alex was the disciple of an Immortal otherwise they cannot explain his monstrous growth.

The king was planning to act quickly otherwise it will be too late. The King after thinking for a moment asked Alex.

"Alex, What are your plans for after?" 

"Plans? I don't know. Probably the usual." Alex replied in confusion.

"No. I didn't ask about tomorrow. I asked what are your plans for the future?" the King asked again.

"Future? This I don't know. I never thought about that." he replied frankly.

Feeling relieved inside the king suggested, "Then how about joining the Thural Academy?"

"Do we have an Academy in our Kingdom?" Alex asked in confusion.

"No! We don't have the resources to build an Academy. Thural Academy belongs to the Great Thural Empire."

Not waiting for his reply, the king started explaining.

"Unlike our kingdom, Thural Empire is the place where Experts like me are numerous as clouds. Basically its a place where Dragons and Pheonix co-exist."

"As someone online for the throne, I got a free placement to study at the Inner section of the Academy. Your father was a genius back then, but lack of a background, he could only join the outer section of the academy."

"Didn't you say, you were close to forming a core? But without necessary resources, even as a heaven-defying talent, you cannot break through."

"The resources and the method can only be available in the Inner section of the Academy."

"With your talent, I'm 100 percent sure that you will be accepted straight into the Inner section without any recommendation. Even the core section might be possible." The king got excited as he was explaining.

"I was going to send my Daughter Noel and Rose to the Thural Academy. But If you want, you can accompany her and take the entrance test." the King said.

Alex got into thoughts. 

"Alex, I also think you should go to the academy. If you stay here you would probably be stuck at your current level forever. You should spread your wings and fly higher. The outside world is much bigger than you think. There is so much for you to know. And the Academy is the best place to learn everything."

"And your Mother is there," James said. Hearing his last sentence, Alex felt like a hammer hit his head. He felt his inner self yearning to find out the mysterious person who gave birth to this body.

A child with his Ancient bloodline awoken gets killed in a plot. He then reincarnates into another universe with the spirit of the previous universe source sticking with his soul.

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Las Vegas was where most boxing matches were held. It could even be called the "Holy Land of Boxing" in the US, and because Las Vegas was also the "Gambling Capital" of the world, it had the most developed betting industry in the world.
Before the nineties, American boxers gathered in New York because New York was the most developed and heavily populated city in the US. In New York, any sport would be able to find a vast market, and many world boxing championships were held in the Madison Square Garden back then.
However, because a gambling ban was written into the legal provisions of New York, the development of the boxing industry was greatly restrained. Since then, Las Vegas began its "marriage" with boxing. With the support of casinos, bookmakers, and betting businesses and groups, the boxing industry developed rapidly in Las Vegas, ultimately achieving its current status.
Boxing could no longer be separated from gambling. Where there was boxing, there would be gambling. The better developed the gambling industry of a place, the more boxing matches there would be. Las Vegas was like that, and so was Macau, Mexico City, and Johannesburg.
In the age of manual betting, boxing was the sport with the highest wagers. It was only after the rise of online betting that soccer surpassed the bet amounts of boxing.
From this perspective, Britons really loved to gamble. Their three favorite sports, which were soccer, boxing, and horse racing, were the most popular sports in the betting industry. Bets on soccer matches, boxing matches, and horse racing consistently contributed to the betting industry, while bankrupting a lot of people at the same time.
Soccer bets were mainly online, and manual offline bets were rare. On the other hand, when it came to bets on boxing matches and horse racing, manual bets were still the majority, especially in places such as Las Vegas. Manual bets were extremely convenient, and any random resort or hotel was a betting spot.
Located within the MGM Square was the MGM Grand Hotel, which was the most famous hotel in Las Vegas. In the nineties, the hotel was once the world's largest hotel, and it also boasted the largest casino in Las Vegas, with the same square footage as four soccer fields.
At the same time, it was also where many large-scale boxing matches were held. Compared to other venues, boxing matches organized at the MGM Grand Hotel were extremely lucrative. It had always been a vacation hotel. Food, relaxation, entertainment—all kinds of services were provided there. Added to that was the casino, which allowed players to place their bets at any time. A lot of celebrities would choose to stay at the hotel when they visited Las Vegas. Eat, sleep, and play, then watch a match, placing a bet in between. There was no need to leave the hotel to have everything done.
Taylor's first comeback match would also be held there. The major bookmakers had already put up their odds, and the casinos within the hotels had already started accepting bets.
Two days before the start of the match, Taylor and Dai Li checked in at the MGM Grand Hotel.
Taylor used to stay there a lot, and every time he arrived, he would gamble at the casino, often spending millions of dollars in a single night. However, the current Taylor was in the bankruptcy protection period, and according to the rules, he wasn't allowed to stay in such a luxurious hotel. It was only because that was the match venue, and Taylor was the athlete who was participating in the match, that he could apply to stay at the MGM Grand Hotel. However, he was absolutely not allowed to visit the casino.
It was the first time Dai Li had stayed in such a luxurious vacation hotel. The MGM Grand Hotel was considered costly even for the average American, and expense wasn't restricted to the price of the rooms; there were also all kinds of service fees. Unlike in other luxurious hotels, every service afforded by the hotel cost extra.
In truth, none of the guests who could afford to stay there chose it because they wanted to get a good night's rest in their rooms. The guests went there to have a good time, to spend their money, and to intoxicate themselves temporarily in the casinos. Las Vegas was the best place in the world to squander one's money. If a person wanted to rest or to enjoy the wonders of nature, he could go hike on a mountain or visit a beach; there was no need to visit this diamond city located in the middle of the desert.
　　...
"Mr. Li, this way, please! This is the VIP betting room. The lowest bet amount is 10,000 dollars. We have specially trained staff inside that will help you place your bets" An attendant wearing a vest and tie brought Dai Li to the front door of a room.
"Thank you." Dai Li handed a tip to the attendant.
"Thank you for your generosity, and I'm happy to be of service." When the attendant saw the face of Lincoln, America's 16th President, on the banknote, the smile on his face seemed especially sincere. A five dollar tip for just showing the way was above the usual standard of tipping. If every guest were just as generous, he would be willing to show the way every day.
The chips of the supposed VIP area within the casino had higher values, and the service there was also better as the people there were mostly VIP clients.
There were also VIP betting rooms in the betting areas. For general bets, a player could place a bet by using an automated betting machine, or a bet of a higher amount could be made manually at the service counter. Only big clients used the VIP betting rooms, where more professional services could be enjoyed.
Dai Li entered the VIP betting room and looked around. The people inside the VIP betting room were clearly rich. Their outfits and dresses were well planned and designed, there were even one or two familiar faces who were probably celebrities.
A professional-looking young lady approached and asked with a pleasant smile, "Sir, is there anything I can help you with?"
"Yes, I want to know the odds for Kevin Taylor's comeback match," Dai Li said.
"Alright. This way please." The lady guided Dai Li in front of a big screen. Displayed on the big screen were the various odds for the match between Taylor and Saunders.
"Sir, you can see the live changes of the odds on this screen. If you decide to place a bet, you can call me over. The lowest bet amount here is 10,000 dollars. You can rest on the sofa there, and there are also some snacks and beverages that are free for you." After the female attendant finished speaking, she stepped back to the side.
Standing in front of the big screen were several other people who were also focused on Taylor's first comeback match.
"Kevin Taylor, that bastard was banned for two years. I thought that he would retire, I didn't think that he would actually return," a voice said.
"I hope someone beats the hell out of him!" another person said.
"He will," the first person responded. "His opponent is 'The Trench' Saunders, I've always been optimistic about this boxer."
"Then what are you hesitating about, hurry up and bet for Saunders to win!" the first person who spoke encouraged.
The guy, however, shook his head. "Saunders' odds for winning are only 1.75, and Taylor's odds for winning are the same, at 1.75. If they have the same odds, that means that even the bookmakers aren't sure who will win. For me, this type of bet isn't worth it."
"Yeah, after all, Taylor was the world's strongest heavyweight boxing champion. No one could match him back then. However, it has been two years since he last fought, and who knows how much strength he has left? You can see that from the odds. But the odds for a draw is as high as 46, so the bookmakers don't think that this match will end in a draw," a person on the side analyzed.
"It's a match with Taylor in it; there's no way for it to end in a draw. Look, Taylor's odds for winning are only 1.75, but the odds for him winning through a knockdown has risen to 4.25. You can make a lot of money from this odd."
"This reminds me of the Taylor from ten years ago, from when he just went pro. He would always knock down his opponents in the first round. I remember among the 15 opponents he defeated in his first year, three of them chose to retire immediately after losing to him. The Taylor back then sure was strong!"
"I don't believe the Taylor today can still knock down his opponent in the first round!" The one who spoke earlier pointed towards the big screen and said, "Look, guys, the odds for Taylor winning in the first round are 41, and the odds for winning in the second and third round are 36 and 31 respectively, and the odds for winning in the fifth round has just gone back to 36. Looking at these odds, the bookmakers clearly don't think that Taylor can defeat Saunders quickly. You guys shouldn't forget that Saunders' defense is top-notch."
Following the man's statement, Dai Li shifted his gaze towards the displayed odds.
The odds for Taylor winning in the first round are 41, which means that if I bet 10,000 dollars, I would get a return of 410,000 dollars, so the profit would be 400,000 dollars. That's very profitable. Even the 36 and 31 for the second and third round are all great odds. Dai Li began calculating in his mind and prepared to place a bet.
At that moment, a voice rose behind him.
"It is impossible for Kevin Taylor to win this match!"
Everyone looked back and saw an older black man. The black man seemed to be more than 60 years old, and had an afro of white hair. He wore dark sunglasses and smoked a cigar. He wore a light green suit on his upper body and a large gold watch on his wrist. His appearance was ridiculously flamboyant. He could be placed anywhere in the world and it would still be easy to recognize him.
Behind the old man was another tall and strong man wearing a suit. His expression was cold and cruel, and it was easy to tell from one look that he was the old man's bodyguard.
Cigar, large gold chains, and huge gold watch. What's more, there's a bodyguard. Is this guy an upstart? Dai Li thought.
At that moment, someone from the group of people recognized that black man.
"Are you James King?"
"Haha, I didn't think anyone still recognized me!" the old black man said.
Someone on the side asked in a whisper, "Who is James King?"
"He's a very famous boxing agent. Kevin Taylor was the most famous boxer under him, but Taylor fired him two years ago," someone replied in a whisper.
"I think I heard it before. He's gotten some criticism from people who say that he conned a lot of Taylor's money."
"Who knows! But he was Taylor's agent for a decade, so he should know Taylor very well. We might even be able to get some insider's information from him that could help us win money!"
Everyone around the area had the same idea in their minds, so they all surrounded James King like a bunch of fans meeting their idol.
Dai Li simply smirked in contempt. From the description he received from Taylor, he knew that the old man in front of him was an agent without any professional ethics, a person who recorded a towel that cost a few dollars as costing 8000 dollars. From that point alone, Dai Li despised him greatly.
As James King was enjoying being the center of attention, he began explaining talkatively.
"Let me see the odds… If it were 12 years ago, when I first met Kevin Taylor, I would definitely advise you guys to buy him winning in the first round. But now, hmm… Haha, I really don't think that Taylor can defeat Saunders."
As he finished his sentence, he put on an exaggerated expression and intentionally deepened his voice. "Why don't I just tell it to you directly. In truth, two years ago, Taylor's condition had already deteriorated severely. There was definitely luck involved in the match where he successfully regained the championship belt back then."
"Mr. King, are you saying that the current Taylor can no longer fight? Will Saunders win?" a person on the side asked immediately.
"I didn't say that. I'm just providing you with information. As for how you decide to place your bets, that's entirely up to you. If not, would I be the one to blame if you lose money?" James King said with a laugh.
Everyone began discussing in whispers again. They were processing the information they received from James King, and someone intentionally said in a flattering manner, "Mr. King, you're also here to place a bet, aren't you? If you don't mind, I'd like to make the same selection as you."
The man was basically saying that he would place the same bet as James King.
In the casino, following others when gambling was a regular occurrence, and it was the same in betting on sports. There was always someone who would just follow in the footsteps of betting experts to make money.
James King smiled and reviewed the odds in detail, then snapped his fingers and called for the attendant.
"I'm buying 100,000 dollars for Saunders to win by a technical knockdown," James King said.
"Saunders winning through technical knockdown, the odds are at 4.2, compared to that, the odds for Saunders winning through points are 26," someone said.
"In a heavyweight boxing match, the chance of a victory by knockdown is much higher than the chance of achieving victory by points after 12 rounds," someone at the side said.
James King then continued, "Apart from that, Saunders winning in the sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth, and tenth round, I'm buying 10,000 dollars for each."
Everyone looked again at the odds.
"The odds for Saunders winning in the sixth round is 26, the seventh is 21, the eighth, ninth, and tenth all have the same odds of 19."
"Mr. King clearly looks favorable to Saunders after the fifth round. Could it be Mr. King thinks that Taylor's current stamina can only last him through five rounds?"
"Mr. King used to be Taylor's agent, so he should understand Taylor's condition. Since he dared to place his bet this way, there must be a basis for it. Who knows, maybe Taylor really cannot make it to the sixth round."
"I believe in Mr. King's judgment. I'm buying Saunders to win by a technical knockdown, 50,000 dollars!"
"I'm buying 60,000. Quick, before too many people start placing their bets and affecting the odds."
In an instant, many people started to follow suit and make bets similar to James King.
The smile on James King's face grew wider. The reason he went there, apart from placing bets, was to show himself off. In other words, he was a poser. Now that he was successful in doing so, James King was immensely satisfied.
However, at that moment, a loud voice came from nowhere. "Get me 50,000 dollars on Taylor beating Saunders in the first round, and another 50,000 dollars for Taylor beating Saunders in the second round!"
At that moment, everyone was buying for Saunders to win, so that differing voice was very unexpected.
Someone is actually singing a different tune from me! The expression on James King's face immediately shifted, and he turned his head to search for the source of the voice.
What he saw was Dai Li pulling out his room card and handing it over to the female attendant. At the same time, he said, "This is my room card, put it on my account first!"


How could a poor graduate student without any background or connections become successful? With a coaching system? An upgrade? This is not a computer game, but real life we’re talking about!
 
This will be a fantasy based on reality. Dai Li will fight back against all those who would mock and humiliate him with his astonishing and awe-inspiring training skills. From a nobody he’ll try to become the most illustrious coach in the sports world, so join him in proving to everyone who’s the real master here!

When we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, the Bible says we receive supernatural help from the Holy Spirit. Because of that help, we can become more like Jesus, showing nine key characteristics—the fruits of the Spirit—in our daily lives.

1. Love
It's no coincidence that love is the first fruit listed in Galatians chapter 5. Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God and love one another (Mark 12:30-31). When we love God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength, and love our neighbors as ourselves, we show the world we belong to Jesus.

Until you know God loves you, it will be difficult to love God and love others. Whether you've never heard that God loves you or you just need a reminder, watch this short, powerful video about God's amazing love for you.
Our culture uses the word "love" so casually ("I love your dress!" "I love cheeseburgers!"), it can be hard to identify the kind of love Jesus spoke about in the Bible. What does it look like to love God with all we have? Like any relationship, love means setting aside time. Take time to talk with God and get to know Him through the Bible.
Once we love God, we can love others. But love isn't just something to talk about; Jesus taught us to show our love through actions. Find ways to love people through acts of service. Even a simple phone call can make a difference. Then share God's love with others. Know someone who's hard to love? This Answer from Billy Graham may help.
2. Joy
"Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice" (Philippians 4:4). It's easy to rejoice when things are going our way. It's a different story when life is hard. But followers of Jesus are called to have joy all the time—not just when life is good.

One of the keys to being joyful is knowing why we rejoice. We don't rejoice in our money, jobs, vacations or even our relationships. We must rejoice in the Lord. Billy Graham's audio message, The Secret of Joy in Tribulation, addresses how to have joy even in the toughest times.
Billy Graham said, "Only the forward-looking Christian remains sincerely optimistic and joyful, knowing that Christ will win in the end." Is your focus on the problems of this world, or the eternal joy that is to come? If you find yourself focusing on negatives, redirect your thoughts to Jesus and the promise of heaven. Watch the video, Heaven.
If Christ followers are called to be joyful, why are some Christians so grumpy? Billy Graham's Answer.
3. Peace
Like the word "love," "peace" is a word that has become casual and hard to define. But true peace comes from God, and there's nothing like it.

"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). Jesus spoke those words thousands of years ago, but they're still meant for us today. Check yourself. Does your peace come from trusting Jesus, or does it come from your circumstances?
It seems more people than ever suffer from anxiety. But you can have peace when you train yourself to focus on God instead of yourself or the world around you. Start with reading and memorizing Philippians 4:6-9, which explains how to replace anxiety with the peace of God.
Jesus said, "Blessed are the peacemakers" (Matthew 5:9). In this Answer, Billy Graham talks about whether world peace is possible. We should pray for peace throughout the world, but we also can't forget about our own backyard. Is there strife within your own family or workplace? Be a peacemaker there.
4. Patience
Living in this fast-paced world can give you a short fuse. Still, impatience isn't something you want to brush off as a minor personality flaw. If you find yourself getting annoyed, worried or intolerant while waiting on people, imagine how much more those negative emotions can escalate while you're waiting on the Lord.

Don't think you have what it takes to be a patient person? All the more reason to submit this tough area to God. See what the Bible says about patience and why you can't develop this trait on your own.
In some translations, the word "long-suffering" is used in place of "peace" in Galatians 5:22. Both patience and long-suffering deal with endurance—a necessary companion for your faith walk. In this Ruth Bell Graham writing, she uses the example of windsurfing to show the importance of patience, endurance and divine guidance.
God exercises more patience than we ever could. No matter how many times you mess up, God won't run out of patience with you. This answer from Billy Graham is a great reminder of God's unfailing love.
5. Kindness
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Philippians 2:3-4 says, "count others more significant than yourselves" and "look to the interests of others." Kindness is about more than being cordial. It's an intentional act that requires effort and genuine concern. These reminders can help you become a kinder person.

Make room to be kind to others. Give compliments. Talk to strangers beyond saying, "Hello." Make extra effort this week to recognize opportunities to demonstrate kindness, and then follow through. Take note of how it impacts you and others.
"People take my kindness for weakness." Sound familiar? There's nothing weak about being kind to others. In fact, it takes a great degree of humility to consistently live this way. Read Billy Graham's devotion on the strength of having compassion for others.
When you totally give your life to Christ, your old ways no longer matter. With the help of God, you can embody the attributes of a kind person. Listen to this 1-minute audio message from Billy Graham that explains the new life you can live.
6. Goodness
To practice goodness, you must first know what God considers "good."

God calls us to have true, right and pure thoughts (Philippians 4:8). Billy Graham once gave this answer on controlling bad thoughts.
God calls us to love everyone, including our enemies. "The Bible declares that we who follow Jesus Christ should be just as much in love with each other as God was in love with us when He sent His Son to die on the cross." —Billy Graham in a sermon on love
God calls us to do the right thing for the right reasons. This battle starts with the heart. Listen to the Hour of Decision Online radio program, "Heart Disease."
7. Faithfulness
Do you have someone to turn to with the most important things in life? Someone who sticks close by through the ups and downs? A loyal friend isn't to be taken for granted. You can be that kind of person, too.

God is faithful. Are you faithful back? He wants us to be good stewards with what He's given us—time, talents, money, relationships. Can He trust you to treat or use these things wisely?
Being faithful to God also means not putting other things above Him. The Bible calls these idols—anything you worship or give "god-like" status to. An idol isn't necessarily a bad thing in and of itself—it could be work, social position, entertainment, looks—but can be a distraction when God doesn't come first. Is He at the center of all you do? Read more about idols.
Our relationships are important to God. Are you loyal to those around you? Can people trust that you'll do what you say you'll do? James 5:12 says, "Let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No,' lest you fall into judgment."
8. Gentleness
Harsh. Abrasive. Overly critical. Angry. That doesn't exactly describe the kind of person you want to be around, does it? Here are some ways to approach your own relationships with gentleness.

Ephesians 4:29 says, "Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear." Build others up, don't tear them down. Believe the best, don't assume the worst. Distance yourself from harmful gossip.
Anger may be justified, but how you deal with it can make or break relationships. It can also lead to bitterness, which gets you nowhere. Read short Q&As on coping with anger.
Constructive criticism can be helpful, but be wary of criticizing others to the point of belittling them. Balance your feedback with compliments. Be mindful of your tone of voice and who's around when you offer input. Have a hard time accepting criticism? Read more.
9. Self-control
With so many day-to-day temptations and frustrations, it can be hard to maintain self-control. Whether you're at home, at work or on the road, here are a few things to keep in mind.

We're all tempted, but we don't have to give in. Sometimes we need to distance ourselves from whatever is tempting us. Here's how to stay strong when faced with temptation. As 1 Corinthians 10:13 says, "…(God) will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it."
Maybe you lack self-control when it comes to food. Maybe it's hard to keep your cool when the kids are crying. Or maybe the issue is lust. Whatever it is, try taking a break. Count to 10 and refocus. Call a friend for encouragement. Read a Psalm to calm your heart and focus on God. Take a walk. Find tips on overcoming addiction.
Willpower alone might not be enough. Ask God for His power to maintain discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control."

Finally arriving back at the city, Ben made his way back to the mansion where his generals, Hal, Cloey and his family were waiting. 

"You're late." his mom said, giving him a glare. 

Ben laughed but didn't reply. 

Hal came over and handed him some armour. "Put this on." 

Art looked at the armour and was surprised by its beauty. I was made from black leather but intricate designs were carved in the leather. There was also gold inlaid in the leather, giving it a royal appeal. 

"We worked on it the last few days. We need to properly represent our city and I won't let you wear that ratty old armour." Hal said, pointing at Ben's chest. His armour was worn out in some places. 

"Fair enough." Ben said, taking off his old armour and replacing it with the new. 

Hal helped him with the strapped and gave him some bracers that matched. 

Placing his sword on his back, he checked himself in the mirror and nodded in satisfaction. The armour looked good and though he found the gold a little excessive, he admitted Hal did a good job. 

Ben noticed that Hal was dressed in silver armour that made him look like a king while Cloey had on a beautiful white robe that hugged her body. She also had on a tiara that looked like it was made of ice. 

They both seemed to take this meeting very serious and dressed for the occasion. 

"Deke, did you get dressed up as well?" Ben asked, looking at a shadow in the corner. 

Deke emerged from the shadow and Ben was surprised to see that he had on a new black cloak with black leather armour underneath. His greying hair was combed to the side, making him look respectable. 

"They even got to you, eh? Hahaha." Ben laughed, adjusting his armour again. "Well everyone seems to be ready, so let's go meet the leaders of the new world." 

"Take this seriously, would you!" Katherine chided, slapping the side of his head. 

The generals chuckled but soon turned serious again. 

"If anything happens, contact us. We will bring the entire army if needed." Lance said, his voice grave. 

"I owe those pompous jerks an ass kicking anyway." Colton added. 

"I will. Take care of the city while I am gone." Ben said patting Lance's shoulder. 

Lance nodded and left the other generals. 

Turning to Hal, Cloey and Deke, Ben asked, "Let's go shall we?" 

"Yes lets." Hal said, clapping his hands together. 

The four of them made their way towards teleportation portal. 

"Camelot City, four people." Ben said to the system. 

[Request accepted.] 

A flash of white light appeared and the four of them all disappeared. 

… 

A man in a golden robe with a crown was staring out a window. A man in black armour emerged behind him. "The last person is here, your Majesty." 

"The last ten leaders of Earth are all gathered… in order to survive we need to form an alliance." he face darkened, "Anyone who threatens our survival needs to be destroyed." 

The black armoured man nodded his head but didn't say anything. 

"Let's go meet earth's only hope." the golden robed man said.

---

Arriving at Camelot City, Ben and his entourage were greeted by many soldiers and were guided to a large mansion. They entered a large circular room where a circular table stood, eight people were seated at the table, each with three people behind them. 

"Sorry I am late. Traffic." Ben joked badly, taking a seat. 

He saw Adam and gave him a nod. Nia behind him gave him a wave, causing Ben to laugh. 

"Tch!" 

A man with white armour with a cross carved in the chest plate glared at Ben and his crew. Ben ignored him and glanced around at the rest of the people sitting down. What caught his attention was an asian woman wearing a red dress. She had three men behind her, who were wearing azure, black, and white armour. 

'Four mythical beasts: Vermillion Bird, White Tiger, Azure Dragon and Black Tortoise.' 

Sensing his gaze, the woman in red glanced at him and flashed him a smile. 

Soon a man dressed in golden robes entered the room. His dark blonde hair was short and his features were gentle but his green eyes sparkled with intelligence. Ben used his eyes and found out his class. 

James Lvl. 91
Royal Mage 

'Royal Mage?' Ben wondered what that entailed. 

"My name is James and I am the ruler of this city. I have invited you here today in hope to form an alliance to strengthen humanity's hope of survival." James spoke with a confidence that made people want to follow and listen to him. 

"And you wish to be the leader?" the white armoured man asked. 

"We will make decisions as a council." James said. 

"I have a problem with a few people on this council." his eyes narrowed on Ben and then to Hal and Chloe. 

"Shut the hell up you bible thumper." a man dressed in black spat. 

His eyes were red and he had long black hair. 

Thomas Lvl. 93
Fallen Angel 
Lucifer's Blessing 

'No wonder they are at odds.' Ben smiled, glad someone said something. 

Roberto Lvl. 92 
Angel 
Michael's Blessing 

Roberto stayed calm but a hint of murderous intent shot out of his eyes. "This is a council to ensure humanity's survival, not them." 

He pointed at Hal and Chloe which caused everyone to shift their gazes to them. 

Ben slowly stood up and spoke, "My city accepts anyone who can help us survive. Humans, elves, demons, beasts, and giants, it doesn't matter to me as long as they can help. If that is something that this council can't accept then I have no business being here." 

"Blashemphy! They are invaders of our world and should be eradicated." Roberto yelled, slamming his fists against the table. 

"You are welcome to try but… I will kill you and your entire city." Ben said coldly, his gold eyes slightly glowing. 

Roberto pointed at Ben, "See? He will pick his demons over humans! How can he be apart of this council when he will put them above the needs of us humans?" 

The council seemed to listen to him and seemed to be swayed. 

"I also have demons in my city. I won't kill them because of a crazy man's opinion." Thomas said, a mocking smile on his face. 

"I have beasts in my city. Plus my city is in alliance with Bens." Adam spoke up with his deep voice. 

The Chinese woman spoke up, "Our blessings come from beasts." 

Wang Xia Lvl. 89 
Vermillion Bird

Almost half the council was on Ben's side so Roberto had an unnatural look on his face. 

"The way each of you run your city is of no consequence to the others. We are here to form an alliance, not criticise." James spoke up. 

A dark skinned man spoke up, "Can we just get this over with?" 

Jason Lvl. 88 
Earthshaker 
Poisiden's Blessing 

An indian man also spoke up, "I have no problem with other races being on our side." 

Rajesh Lvl. 99 
Cloud Rider 
Indra's Blessing 

"Me either. Let's continue with this meeting." an man with an Australian accent. 

Lachlan Lvl. 85 
Stone Warrior 
Nargun's Blessing 

"Good. Now I know that the next wave of attacks with be a bug army. It will be difficult for any of us to defend against them." James said, laying out sheets of paper for everyone to read. 

Grabbing the paper, Ben read over the contents before handing it to Deke. It detailed the bugs army and the different kinds of insects.  

"How did you get this information?" a Japanese man asked. 

Katsu Lvl. 92
Shaman 

"One of my soldiers has a god's blessing that gave him information. Now I am giving it to you to prepare." James said. "We need to prepare our troops and assist each other when the time is needed."

A Supreme Being is unsatisfied with Earth's evolutionary progress and decides interfere, throwing the planet into hell. 

Follow Bennett as he tries to not only survive,  but thrive in this familiar yet different world.

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