If asked, “How do we properly decipher the Holy Scriptures?” the most likely answer would be that no further interpretation is necessary, because all Scriptures are inspired by God.
Many preachers would also elaborate on this passage from 2 Timothy 3:16 by affirming that the Scriptures are the infallible Word of God.
Is the Bible incapable of containing errors? Can we say that it is a trustworthy guide that will not mislead believers regarding matters of faith and salvation?
When contradictions arise regarding the identity of our Savior, it can challenge one’s faith.
One of the Saviors who is called the Lord God, is known as the Father. But He is not named in the New Testament.
The other Savior, referred to as the Son of God, is named Immanuel and Jesus. He was also called “Master,” a title that has been incorrectly translated as “Lord.”
It is commonly taught that God has many names; however, this contradicts what Yahweh states in Isaiah 42:8. And in Hosea 13:4, He proclaims, “I am Yahweh your God who brought you up from the land of Egypt; you shall know no god but Me, for there is no Savior besides Me.”
Another popular teaching proposes that the name of our Savior is less important than the person behind the name.
However, this viewpoint contradicts the condemnation mentioned in John 3:18, 1 John 2:22, and 1 John 4:2-3, which indicates that failing to believe in the name of the Son of God, identified as Jesus, has eternal consequences.
It is said, “You can’t solve a problem unless you can first properly define what it is.”
The problem can be summarized as follows: the translators of both the Old and New Testaments have—with deliberate intent—altered the original, inspired word of Yahweh.
Significant changes to the Holy Scriptures include removing Yahweh’s name, introducing a second Savior, and creating the phrase “the Lord.” These alterations have led to the development of biased, misleading, and irreconcilable doctrines.
To solve the problem—without introducing further interpretive errors—we must study, comprehend, and then rightly divide the Old and New Testament Scriptures, ensuring that they are harmonious and not contradictory (Ephesians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Romans 16:17). This study guide provides several keys that are required to accomplish these tasks.
Keys that decipher the Holy Scriptures
Isaiah 42:8 is properly translated as: “I am Yahweh that is my name, and my glory shall you not give to another, neither give your praises to graven images.”
In many cultures, it is considered disrespectful for a child to refer to their father by his first name. Calling upon the name, Yahweh, is an act of reverence and obedience in accordance with His divine instruction; human traditions must not be used to create a barrier that overrides this spiritual decree.
God specifically intended for His personal name, Yahweh, to be known, spoken, and glorified.
1 Chronicles 16:8 instructs us to Give thanks unto Yahweh and call upon his name.
Replacing the title of “the Lord” with the name Yahweh is a crucial key that enables us to correctly decipher His Scriptures.
In Psalm 148:13 it is written: “Let them praise the name of Yahweh, for His name alone is excellent; His glory is above the earth and heaven.”
Moreover, Exodus 34:14 warns us: “Indeed, you shall worship no other god, for Yahweh, who is zealous for His name, is a jealous God.”
What Is the Origin of the Word “Lord”?
The Lord is not a name we can call upon
“Lord” is a title, and it is obviously not a transliteration of the name Yahweh. It cannot be used to replace the glorious name of Yahweh, regardless of religious traditions.
Proper names are transliterated between languages in order to preserve the sound of the name from the original language, they are not translated into titles.
The term “Kyrios” (Strong’s reference G2962) is translated as the word “Lord.” It does not have an etymological connection to the Hebrew name Yahweh. It is said to be derived from another Greek word, “kuros,” which conveys a sense of supremacy. However, this word “kuros” is not even used in the Bible.
“Lord” is an Old English word that did not exist when our Savior walked the earth; it was developed many centuries later.
The Greek word “kyrios” should be translated into English as master (reference Matthew 6:24).
Both God and humans can be referred to as “master,” but this title should never be used as a substitute for God’s name.
In the New Testament, the term “Lord” refers to both the Lord God and the Lord Jesus, and they are both addressed as “the Lord” (Mark 16:19; Jude 1:4). Additionally, that same word “lord” is also used to refer to men.
Scriptural integrity is compromised as a result of this translational transgression, as evidenced in the following verses.
In Matthew 18:27, we read, “The lord (G2962) of that servant was moved with compassion.”
And in Mark 1:3, it is written, “Prepare ye the way of the Lord (G2962), make his paths straight.”
In Mark 1:3, John the Baptist is quoting Isaiah 40:3, which states, “Prepare the way of Yahweh (H3068); make straight in the desert a path for our God.”
It is important to reflect on what John proclaimed in this verse; he did not say prepare the way for Jesus.
The name of the Lord Jesus?
There are ninety-eight Bible passages throughout the Old and New Testaments—such as Joel 2:32, Acts 2:21, and Romans 10:13—where it is evident that “the name of the Lord” was inserted to replace “the name of Yahweh.”
The false scribes and translators have also added the name “Jesus” to the phrase “the name of the Lord,” which contributes to the confusion. “The name of the Lord Jesus”—that appears in eight Bible verses—is another nonsensical phrase, as “the Lord” is a title that is used as a substitute for Yahweh’s name.
In the four Gospels, “the name of the Lord” exclusively refers to the one who comes in “the name of Yahweh.”
After exposing the scribes and Pharisees as hypocrites in Matthew 23:1-38, the Messiah quoting from Psalm 118:26, declared in Matthew 23:39, “For I say unto you, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, Blessed is he that cometh in the name of Yahweh.”
As He descended from the Mount of Olives, a large crowd of His followers began to rejoice and praise God with loud voices for all the mighty works they had seen, saying, “Blessed is the King of Israel who comes in the name of Yahweh; peace in heaven, and glory in the highest” (Luke 19:37-38).
In John 12:13, a similar joyful proclamation is recorded as the people cried out to their Messiah, “Hosanna! Blessed is the King of Israel who comes in the name of Yahweh.”
The term “Hosanna” is thought to be derived from two Hebrew words found in Psalm 118:25, that mean “save us now.” It serves as both a cry of praise and a petition for salvation.
Psalm 118:25, states, “Save (H3467) now (H4994), I beseech thee (H577) Yahweh (H3068); Yahweh, I beseech thee, send now prosperity.”
The study guide titled “The LORD said to my Lord” offers additional insights into the use of the word “Lord” in both the Old and New Testaments, along with a comprehensive analysis of the name Yahweh.
It also includes a “Revolutionary Expose” of Psalm 110:1, highlighting how a conversation between Yahweh and David has been misinterpreted as a dialogue between the LORD God and the Lord Jesus.
The Key to Understanding Salvation Scriptures
If we were instructed to call upon the name of the Lord, identifying the one who holds that title would be important. The question would have to be asked, “What is the name of the Lord that saves us?”
For those who adhere to the doctrine of the trinity, the response to this question would be, “The name of the Lord is Jesus; He is the only Savior.”
But if you believe in the infallibility of the Scriptures, according to Isaiah 42:8 the name of “the Lord” is “the Lord.”
Unfortunately, the misleading translation of this verse in Isaiah indicates that the scriptures have been compromised. Scroll down the homepage to discover what is missing in Isaiah 42:8, and how it was fixed.
Joel 2:32, referenced in Romans 10:13 and Acts 2:21, states: “For whoever shall call upon the name of Yahweh will be saved.”
The title of this article, “How to Decipher the Holy Scriptures,” is significant as it reveals not only translational errors but also a Biblical conspiracy of epic proportions.
In the Old Testament, there is only one Savior. However, in the New Testament, the Father is recognized as one of two Saviors (Luke 1:47, 1 Timothy 1:1-2).
Even though our Messiah taught his disciples to pray with the words, “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name,” the name of the Father is not mentioned in the New Testament.
There cannot be two Saviors who are both referred to as God (John 20:28, Titus 2:13, Jude 1:25). Yahweh made this declaration in Isaiah 43:11, “I am Yahweh, and besides me there is no Savior.”
Yahweh alone is the Savior of our souls as indicated in Psalm 34:22 and Psalm 49:15. This is the key that is indispensable if we genuinely desire to comprehend the Scriptures related to our Salvation.
For the Messiah to be Savior he must be Yahweh
Since there is only one Savior, the Messiah can only be the Savior if He is Yahweh. This is a key essential truth required to maintain scriptural integrity.
The revelation of the Father is through the Son, who is the image thereof. Supporting scriptures include Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 45:21, John 14:7-9, Hebrews 1:1-3, and 2 Corinthians 4:4.
Mary called the Holy Child she gave birth to Immanuel, a glorious title which is interpreted as “God with us.” Her Savior was also called the Messiah; He is the personification of Yahweh in the flesh (Isaiah 40:3, Matthew 1:23; 1 Timothy 3:16, Colossians 1:15-17). And in Luke 1:46-47, she said: “My soul does magnify Yahweh, and my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.”
When Yahweh’s name is restored in Acts 2:21, Romans 10:13, and Joel 2:32, it is no longer accurate to claim that Romans 10:9 outlines the path to salvation.
A New Covenant was established, but this by no means changes the fact that Yahweh is our Savior and Redeemer, as highlighted in Isaiah 49:26.
Isaiah 44:24 states, “Thus saith Yahweh, thy Redeemer, that formed thee from the womb: I am Yahweh that maketh all things, that stretcheth forth the heavens alone, that spreadeth abroad the earth by myself.” This passage must be compared with Colossians 1:15-16.
Messiah Was Not Sent By God – John 16:27
The Messiah came forth from the Father; He was not sent by the Father. In John 8:42, He said, “I proceeded forth and came from God; neither came I of myself.” This declaration remains a parable for most preachers.
The interpretation is clarified later in the same chapter with five powerful words: “Before Abraham was, I AM.” Existing eternally as Yahweh, He manifest Himself in the flesh; one God revealed in one person.
In John 14:6, He presents another significant parable regarding His true identity: “I am the way, the truth, and the life; no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”
The interpretation for this statement follows immediately in the next verse, where He says, “If you know me, then you know the Father. Indeed, from now on you know Him and have seen Him.”
Philip, not realizing that his Messiah is stating that He is the Father, says in John 14:8, “Master, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.”
His response to Philip’s request, given in John 14:9, provides even more clarity: “He that has seen me has seen the Father. How then do you say, Show us the Father?”