Letters of Faith and Righteousness for seekers and disciples.

Welcome to The Letters of Faith website.

Most of these letters have been in use for 24 years; originally as personal communiqués, and finally as teaching tools at this web site. Individually, each Letter is a formidable topographical teaching instrument, originally intended for the instruction and discipleship of those souls whom our heavenly Father has brought into my life, and now for those souls who visit this work through the internet. I wholeheartedly pray that you find the lessons provided here to be useful and meaningful to your walk of faith.

Perhaps the most useful tool available to you at this site is the concordance that I have developed over the years. I know that technology has moved along since these pages were originally assembled, but I have not found a newer 'platform' that can handle as adequately as this antiquated site, the massive amount of internal links contained within The Letters of Faith (Links that run from letter to letter, as well as from letters into the concordance, and then back out again). If you are interested in searching for specific topics, and learning rapidly about those topics, this is the site for you.

Individually, therefore, as you can see by the index on the left, each letter addresses specific topics, and each is intended to help every seeker and / or disciple to gain the maximum knowledge possible, in as short a time as possible. We all learn at our own pace though, which makes this site even more helpful, because you set your own pace. And, I'm here to help as well...

Collectively, I think it is important to inform you that The Letters are also a prophetic and uncompromising defense for the inerrant truth of Scripture; and throughout these pages you will discover a firm preservation of the fullness of the One True Creator, and the manner in which He created and dealt with His creation; as described throughout His revealed Word. This site (and teaching) therefore, is based upon the fact that Biblical absolutes exist. The whole of the Scriptures are the foundation of life; YEHOWAH ha Mashiach Himself being the cornerstone. Therefore, wherever and whenever possible, Scriptural absolutes will be shown and proven, making The Letters a rare read in today's relativistic, humanistic and synthetic age. Every effort will be made to present the fullness of Elohim's truth to you - in His love - and every relevant Scriptural reference will be provided to support every conclusion drawn.

Of vital significance to this work though, is the connectivity between The Letters of Faith, and our newest work:
The Exalted Name Bible™. Names are used throughout these writings, as you have already seen, which to be sure are unfamiliar to many of our first-time readers. All copyright privileges to The Exalted Name Bible™ are owned by me, Lawrence T. Vosen, and you will only find quotes from The Exalted Name Bible™ used within these letters. (That is the primary change from the original series of Letters to what is being presented today). It is my fervent belief that the proper use of The Exalted Name is going to have a profound impact on the lives of every disciple of YEHOWAH, and because of that belief I literally pulled The Letters of Faith offline for almost two years, while the final editing of The Exalted Name Bible™ took place.

Instead of spending time here though, repeating explanations of names that have already been written, I humbly ask each of you to visit the newest translation of Scripture, The Exalted Name Bible™ and read the explanations provided under the Exalted Name tab. Primarily, we are talking about seven basic names that deserve our consideration. I think you will find the time there worthwhile.

This web site is also intended for anyone who is seeking the truth about Elohim. But I am issuing a warning to my visitors from the outset, because if you are merely looking to have your senses tickled, you will be wasting your time here. Every ounce of patience will be expended in a sincere attempt to convince you of the truth of Scripture; to convince you that we serve The One True Living Elohim. I will not, however, compromise this teaching to satisfy your religious bent, nor will I bend the Scriptures to accommodate society's thoughts, whims or fashionable trends. Humanity, including much of the church, has abandoned the fullness of the truth found within Scripture. My sole intent is to restore the fullness of His teaching in the hearts of His Children (To glorify and magnify Him). To the unsaved and unknowing I offer these pages in the love of YEHOWAH, praying for your enlightenment. I will not compromise the truth of His Word in order to accommodate humanity's interpretation of 'love', however, nor will I compromise the fullness of Elohim's love in order to accommodate humanity's false interpretation and implementation of His Word. The fullness of Scripture stands behind these teachings, so if you believe an error exists within these pages - prove it by His Word! I am an obedient student as well...

The Letters are written in an extremely personal format. This is mostly attributable to the fact that many of these writings originated as literal letters to beloved friends or seekers of the truth. Yet, even though the private information has been removed from these missives, the primary objective of helping the lost in their search for the truth, and of training the disciples once the truth has been found, has not been lost. Due to the progressive nature of these writings, therefore, you will discover a natural transformation developing in the format and content of The Letters. This transformation presents itself naturally as The Letters proceed from the Seeker level to the Disciple level. And, as you will quickly see, this progression of thought causes The Letters to be presented in two tiers:

The first ten letters are addressed to, Dear Seeker, and are foundational in their content. These letters are useful to anybody who does not know Elohim, but who is seeking to know about Him and about His Word. While every search for the truth of Scripture is laden with questions, The Letters attempt to answer those questions while also offering a tremendous amount of food for further thought (and growth). Additionally, I sincerely attempted to offer a nonjudgmental approach toward the personal search for knowledge of YEHOWAH ha Mashiach (Jesus the Messiah). Not only am I an obedient student, I am a sinner as well, and as such, I am in no condition to judge anybody.

The second series of letters are addressed to, Dear Disciple, and these writings represent a natural progression of communications between the teacher and those who have found YEHOWAH ha Mashiach as their personal Messiah, Master and King. While discipleship training is the primary thrust of these letters, and it is understandable that those who already know YEHOWAH personally would want to begin their studies at this point, I strenuously recommend that The Letters be read in sequence. The intimacy that is developed throughout these writings, and more importantly, the foundation that is laid within the first ten letters, are crucial to understanding the entire writing, because they clearly show the methods, motivation and mannerisms of the teacher.

In neglecting to maintain the full teaching of the Inerrant Word of Elohim (with power and authority), as well as in neglecting to empower the body of YEHOWAH as priests unto Him, the 'church' - for the last one hundred and twenty years - has gradually and systematically abandoned the Apostolic teachings of the first century, and has chosen instead to produce spirit-less, lifeless, powerless, uneducated "converts" to various systems of belief, which today have no foundation in anything other than what is modern, acceptable and accommodating to a humanistic society. Love has been lost too, but we'll return to that in a moment. Now, in speaking of the Inerrant Word of Elohim, I am speaking of the complete reliability of Elohim's written Word (Scripture), the Bible. Aside from a personal relationship with YEHOWAH, another basic foundation to our Discipleship, is our fervent belief that the Bible contains the absolute, objective truth, as revealed by Elohim, in every area that it touches, and that it is without error not only when it speaks of values and spiritual matters, but it is also without error when it speaks of history and the cosmos.

In today's world, that is a watershed teaching!

In his book, The Great Evangelical Disaster, Dr. Francis Schaeffer describes a watershed thus: "One time I was on a high rock ridge, with a valley on both sides. There was snow on the ground along that ridge. The snow was lying there unbroken, a seeming unity. However, that unity was an illusion, for it lay along a great divide; it lay along a watershed. One portion of the snow when it melted would flow into one valley. The snow which lay close beside would flow into another valley when it melted... On that particular ridge the melting snow which flows down one side of that ridge goes down into a valley, into a small river, and then down into the Rhine River. The Rhine then flows on through Germany and the water ends up in the cold waters of the North Sea. The water from the snow that started out so close along that watershed on the other side of the ridge, when this snow melts, drops off sharply down the ridge into the Rhone Valley. This water flows into Lake Geneva, and then goes down below that into the Rhone River which flows through France and into the warm waters of the Mediterranean. The snow lies along that watershed, unbroken, as a seeming unity. But when it melts, where it ends in its destinations is literally a thousand miles apart. That is a watershed. That is what a watershed is. A watershed divides. A clear line can be drawn between what seems at first to be the same or at least very close, but in reality ends in very different situations. In a watershed there is a line."

Although twenty-four years old, The Letters of Faith are a watershed writing. The Disciples of YEHOWAH ministry is a watershed ministry. You will find dividing lines throughout these writings, because absolute truth exists. Good and evil exist! Right and wrong exist! And I will take every opportunity to draw the appropriate line in the sand in defense of the Word of Elohim - in His love - for your salvation and disciplined growth.

Aside from a complete failure in maintaining the Inerrant Word of Elohim, how else has the church (and society) failed to believe their Creator, and thereby sinned? Let's begin with just one very pressing matter (there are many), because this matter is truly significant, with so much at stake. Plainly put, how many professing "christians" and "christian denominations" today support (or at least find no fault in) ABORTION? Here is our second watershed issue then, because to be blunt, you cannot believe in, support the legality of, or endorse in any way the act of abortion, and still consider yourself to be a Christian! (Psalm 139 to begin)...

While Elohim seeks dynamic disciples who live for His glory, history clearly shows that countless generations of would-be disciples of YEHOWAH have become lifeless listeners in a humanistic 'church', who appear content in their role as Sunday morning spectators - and accommodators of everything held appropriate by society - in spite of Elohim's Word. As we approach the end time, however, Elohim's call is causing many souls to grow increasingly uneasy with their assigned role within those 'churches', and is driving them to search for truthful answers and powerful applications. The Letters of Faith are a product of one disciple's attempt to help those who are seeking to know the truth about Elohim and His Word, as well as about the fullness of fellowship with Him through His Son, YEHOWAH ha Mashiach, to not only find His truth, but to actually LIVE that truth in their daily walk with Him.

The primary motivation in writing these letters and submitting them in this format, therefore, is because YEHOWAH has laid a burden on my heart for His truth and for His body, the Ekklesia. Too many false doctrines have permeated our world, turning too many hearts away from YEHOWAH. The Letters then, are an appeal to the body of Messiah to trim their lamps and prepare for the eminent return of our King.

Furthermore, the discipleship process is an unknown commodity today. The Nicolaitans (those who would suppress a believer from walking in the fullness of the power and authority of Elohim) have told us that most of the gifts are dead, have allowed the undisciplined use of the gifts they do permit within their assemblies, have taught that repentance from sin is no longer necessary, or have turned away those disciples who would dare challenge their false authority and incorrect teachings. In His rebuke of the Nicolaitans though (Revelation 2:6,15) YEHOWAH spoke directly to the end time Ekklesia, and in this chastisement, we find the hope that we can overcome our complacency, repent from our apostasy and become the true harvest reapers that we are now meant to be, because we are that end time Ekklesia.

The Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) has been ignored for far too long, but Elohim's Prophetic Word dictates that the faithful development of disciples must ultimately overtake the conceited approach of expansion via converts. Presently, soldiers in YEHOWAH's army are undisciplined and untrained, leaving the world ripe for the deceptions of the Antichrist. The Letters of Faith are designed to raise the banner of discipleship unto YEHOWAH once again, so that Elohim's soldiers may be fully trained and armed for the battle in which we are already engaged. Do you understand that? The battle is already engaged! Where are you in this fight for the glory and majesty of our Master, Messiah and King? Where are you in this battle for the souls of HIS children?

As stated earlier, a topical concordance has been developed especially for these teachings. This concordance is provided to offer Scriptural support for every conclusion, thought and nuance revealed within these writings, and it upholds Scripture's law of validation. Additionally, I had two other reasons for developing this concordance: First, I believe in the absolute, objective truth of the Word of Elohim. Therefore, I am led to encourage every disciple to study His Word. The concordance found here is a great study tool. Second, I believe YEHOWAH was serious when He uttered the Great Commission. I developed the concordance, therefore, to help the reader's gain an in-depth insight on numerous topics - quickly - thereby enabling them to use that insight in the training of new disciples. Every true Seeker and Disciple is strenuously encouraged to study the concordance materials, as well as any other tool available to them, in order to faithfully search out the truth of every matter discussed.

It is no longer an acceptable practice, in light of the times in which we live, to remain involved in ministries that do not faithfully and Scripturally feed our souls - either in teaching or in the practice of a disciple's true walk. It is no longer acceptable to support or uplift any ministry, either financially or in the use of our spiritual gifts, that is more concerned with building empires than with feeding and clothing the poor, downtrodden, orphaned or widowed - or with tending to Elohim's End Time Harvest - or with assisting those faithful disciples who are doing these things. It is wholly unacceptable in Elohim's sight to support in any fashion, an establishment more concerned with programs than people, personal gain over forwarding the Gospel of Messiah, walking denominational lines instead of promoting the love and truthful Word of Elohim, being politically correct instead of being Scripturally accurate (regardless of the social consequences) or being lukewarm - neither hot nor cold - instead of being on fire for YEHOWAH and for His people. These are matters that Scripture screams for us to hear, but these are not matters that tickle our ears. The Letters, while personal, are never meant as ear tickling devices, and the gifts and tithes you are currently giving to those unfaithful organizations and ministries are going straight into Satan's pocket. If Elohim is not being fully served, someone else is, and that someone is Satan...

Throughout the institutions, we can find littered bodies of babies in Messiah, who with much bravado and fanfare have been led to the throne of God in Jesus Christ, and have then been allowed to starve as they squirm for a drop of spiritual milk or a morsel of spiritual food.

Throughout the institutions, we find faithful children of Elohim crying out for the meat of His Word, and for fulfillment in their spiritual walk, only to be frustrated by the false teachers and preachers who would have them believe that their knowledge is inadequate, their gifts either dead or undisciplined and their fulfillment already achieved.

Throughout many institutions, we can find warriors of The Way, who have discerned a false teaching, and confronted the prophets of Babylon, only to be battered for questioning the long-standing theological beliefs of a particular congregation or denomination. And once belittled, they have been told to mature, learn to compromise over the lesser issues, or leave.

Throughout the institutions, we can find seats that were once occupied by faithful, reverent believers, who, not denying the fellowship, are weary of continued abuse at the hands of the Nicolaitans, and are fatigued by the unscriptural and unholy practices being presented today in the name of Jesus Christ. Brethren who have discerned the presence of Satan at the pulpit, and who now wander the wilderness in search for unity with the EKKLESIA. In an ever-increasing throwaway society, these faithful believers are being replaced so rapidly by "new flesh", attracted by high profile ear tickling programs, that their absence seemingly goes unnoticed. YEHOWAH NOTICES!

Elsewhere, brothers and sisters around the world are suffering tremendously at the hands of the false shepherds, false prophets and oppressive governments, but the message is the same: Pastors who desire our energy and money, but who care little about our walk with YEHOWAH, or the fulfillment of our life purpose, have overtaken the realm of religion under the guise of being ministers of "God", and have literally surrendered the body of the Risen Messiah to Satan. Although piling up mounds of converts, these false leaders have no intent of making disciples for Messiah. The intent of the ministry of The Letters, therefore, and the primary purpose for expanding our ministry to include The Exalted Name Bible™ , and the blog that will ultimately develop thru both of these works, which will ultimately be a unique and advanced presentation of our Father's revelation, is to help feed the flock, eliminate the pain and suffering, and aid in the cessation of deception.

I believe that the EKKLESIA, the true Church, desires to hear what Elohim has revealed, and is truly awakening to His desires. The questions answered with in The Letters of Faith, and the issues discussed, are in direct response to our struggle to comprehend the noticeable differences between what we see in the world and hear in the religious (Babylonian) institutions, and what we think we are hearing Elohim say throughout the Scriptures. The truth, be it known, will show that the differences are substantial!

Please do not be offended by the very hard-line approach that I take toward the religious institutions. Watershed issues exist that must be exposed. My burden, however, is solely for the EKKLESIA, and I seek only for the EKKLESIA to be everything that YEHOWAH deserves and desires us to be. If you are walking faithfully with Elohim, my remarks should not upset you at all. If, however, my approach tweaks at your righteousness, and causes you to reevaluate your walk, then I have accomplished one of my goals. While my desire, and my sincere hope, is that these Letters will assist every individual in their walk with Elohim, so that we may all hear, "Well- done, good and faithful servant" (Matthew 25:21ENB), too much work remains before us to allow the sowers of weeds to interfere with the harvest. I will not permit political or religious correctness to subordinate Scripture. Nor will I allow faithlessness to interfere with the display of Elohim's love. If you have sincere questions, please write. I am dedicated to turning hearts back to Elohim in the fullness of His Word, and this can only be done in His love, thru the guidance of His Holy Spirit...

There is no claim of inerrancy to accompany these writings. Nor is there a claim of divine appointment or inspiration. The Word of Elohim is the backbone of The Letters of Faith, and I believe that the greatest asset of this work is the topical concordance that follows every letter. (Within each letter, the symbol [tc] follows every item that is supported by the concordance, and that symbol also links that item to the concordance references at the bottom of the page). Additionally, a complete version of the Topical Concordance is offered as a separate item on this site. Links have been established from the Concordance, back into the portion of The Letters that contain the primary discussion for any given topic. This should make your search for individual topics of interest quite easy.

Admittedly, this is unlike any other web site you have visited. The Letters of Faith are not brief. And the lessons actually require work on your part. It might be easier to make a hard copy of a letter, in order to study the material, but then the links between the pages would be lost. While authorization is given to make copies of The Letters for study purposes, the sale or alteration of any portion of this work is prohibited.

While I do not anticipate writing any additional letters, because I believe the blog that will finally develop will be a better forum, I am not emphatic about those prospects. If a matter arises, which dictates a more formal presentation, additional letters will be utilized. Your questions and thoughts are coveted, however, because the goal of assisting all seekers and disciples will not stop until YEHOWAH returns for us (or until He decides to take me home, whichever comes first). My email link is provided at the top left of every letter, to encourage and assist in the ease of communications. If you are being spiritually fed by this work, I encourage you to drop me a note. You may just be an encouragement to me...

Thank you for visiting this web site - I sincerely pray that YEHOWAH blesses your time here.

I remain faithfully and humbly your servant in YEHOWAH our Messiah,

larry vosen

For Seekers and Disciples of

YEHOWAH ha Mashiach. (Yeh-O-Wah ha Ma-she-ah)

(Jesus the Messiah)

For Seekers and Disciples
of

YEHOWAH ha Mashiach.
(Yeh-O-Wah ha Ma-she-ah)