What is your image and understanding of God and who He is? In this presentation, I endeavor to show a Biblical God and how He desires to be with us as a father to his children.
Ezekiel lived among the Exiles in Babylon. He received an overwhelm vision of God who commissioned him to be His messenger to the the people living in exile. The first 24 chapters concern the coming destruction of Jerusalem as God's judgment on Israel's unfaithfulness. The second half contain promises of restoration.
Ezekiel was a priest from Judah who prophesied during and after the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC. He emphasized reminding Judah of their sins that led to exile, prophesying judgment on gentile nations, and encouraging the people by prophesying future restoration. God's glory, or power over judgment, was a key theme. Ezekiel experienced visions as dreams to communicate spiritual truths. He commonly referred to the people of Israel as the "House of Israel." His call involved God instructing him to eat a scroll and then speak God's words to the rebellious people.
The document describes revelations from 7 Colombian youths who were shown Heaven and Hell by Jesus Christ. They provide testimony of their experience:
1) They saw a bright light and angels, and Jesus appeared before them. Jesus told them not to be afraid and that he would show them mysteries.
2) They were taken through a dark tunnel into Hell, with demons and terrible smells. They saw cauldrons of fire containing tormented souls, including John Lennon.
3) The worst parts of Hell contained pastors, missionaries and others who knew God but did not live righteously, suffering even greater anguish. Backsliders and hypocrites faced the harshest punishments
John receives a vision of heaven and God's throne room. He sees a door standing open in heaven and is called up to witness future events. In heaven, John sees God sitting on a throne surrounded by 24 elders and four living creatures. The living creatures represent aspects of Jesus' identity as lion, calf, man, and eagle. They praise God continually. John then sees a scroll in God's hand sealed with seven seals that only the Lamb, Jesus, is worthy to open through his sacrifice. Many angels, living creatures and elders sing praise to the Lamb for his redemption of mankind.
This document provides a summary and analysis of chapters 6 and 7 of the Book of Revelation. It describes John's visions of the four horsemen - conquest on a white horse, conflict on a fiery red horse, scarcity on a black horse, and widespread death on a pale horse. It notes that these represent tribulations on earth. The fifth seal shows souls of martyrs under God's altar, crying out for judgment. The document analyzes the symbolism used and connects various elements to other biblical passages. It aims to interpret and provide context for John's apocalyptic visions.
June's lesson series at Highland Heights church of Christ focuses on the relentless pursuit of heaven. Here is the June 1 evening lesson, "Don't Miss it!" with Wayne Cornwell
Join us as we explore Christ's unique qualifications to be our great high priest. Sermon audio available at: http://edthepastor.podbean.com/e/resume-hebrews-415-510/?token=d94632de57b472cb08d7ac51793be695
Ezekiel lived among the Exiles in Babylon. He received an overwhelm vision of God who commissioned him to be His messenger to the the people living in exile. The first 24 chapters concern the coming destruction of Jerusalem as God's judgment on Israel's unfaithfulness. The second half contain promises of restoration.
Ezekiel was a priest from Judah who prophesied during and after the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC. He emphasized reminding Judah of their sins that led to exile, prophesying judgment on gentile nations, and encouraging the people by prophesying future restoration. God's glory, or power over judgment, was a key theme. Ezekiel experienced visions as dreams to communicate spiritual truths. He commonly referred to the people of Israel as the "House of Israel." His call involved God instructing him to eat a scroll and then speak God's words to the rebellious people.
The document describes revelations from 7 Colombian youths who were shown Heaven and Hell by Jesus Christ. They provide testimony of their experience:
1) They saw a bright light and angels, and Jesus appeared before them. Jesus told them not to be afraid and that he would show them mysteries.
2) They were taken through a dark tunnel into Hell, with demons and terrible smells. They saw cauldrons of fire containing tormented souls, including John Lennon.
3) The worst parts of Hell contained pastors, missionaries and others who knew God but did not live righteously, suffering even greater anguish. Backsliders and hypocrites faced the harshest punishments
John receives a vision of heaven and God's throne room. He sees a door standing open in heaven and is called up to witness future events. In heaven, John sees God sitting on a throne surrounded by 24 elders and four living creatures. The living creatures represent aspects of Jesus' identity as lion, calf, man, and eagle. They praise God continually. John then sees a scroll in God's hand sealed with seven seals that only the Lamb, Jesus, is worthy to open through his sacrifice. Many angels, living creatures and elders sing praise to the Lamb for his redemption of mankind.
This document provides a summary and analysis of chapters 6 and 7 of the Book of Revelation. It describes John's visions of the four horsemen - conquest on a white horse, conflict on a fiery red horse, scarcity on a black horse, and widespread death on a pale horse. It notes that these represent tribulations on earth. The fifth seal shows souls of martyrs under God's altar, crying out for judgment. The document analyzes the symbolism used and connects various elements to other biblical passages. It aims to interpret and provide context for John's apocalyptic visions.
June's lesson series at Highland Heights church of Christ focuses on the relentless pursuit of heaven. Here is the June 1 evening lesson, "Don't Miss it!" with Wayne Cornwell
Join us as we explore Christ's unique qualifications to be our great high priest. Sermon audio available at: http://edthepastor.podbean.com/e/resume-hebrews-415-510/?token=d94632de57b472cb08d7ac51793be695
Isaiah 9:6-7 Jesus would be called or known as Mighty God. Prophecies said he would be God. John said He was Creator and God. Jesus claimed to be God. Thomas said He was God. Paul said He was Creator. Paul called Him God. John said Jesus was the True God.
The document describes Ezekiel's vision of a future temple in Jerusalem. It provides details on the temple's design as specified by God, including precise instructions and ordinances. It then compares Ezekiel's temple to the tabernacle and Solomon's temple, noting that the tabernacle was the only other structure God gave such detailed instructions for. The document suggests that while physical temples served their purpose, God ultimately dwells in His people through His Spirit.
The document describes Isaiah's call to be a prophet. Isaiah saw a vision of God on his throne surrounded by angels calling "Holy, holy, holy." This vision humbled Isaiah and made him aware of his own sinfulness. A seraphim touched Isaiah's lips with a burning coal, cleansing him of sin. When God asked "Whom shall I send?" Isaiah responded "Here am I, send me." This vision and call strengthened Isaiah for his prophetic ministry of over 60 years, bringing messages of salvation for all people.
Isaiah 9:6-7 Jesus would be called or known as wonderful. Wonderful in His birth. Wonderful in His miracles. Wonderful in His teachings. Wonderful in His resistance to sin. Wonderful in His accomplishing His work. Wonderful in His fulfilling prophecies. Wonderful in His sacrifice. Wonderful in His resurrection. Wonderful is His Name.
This passage describes a vision Ezekiel receives from God showing the idolatrous practices happening in the temple in Jerusalem. In the vision, Ezekiel is taken by the Spirit to the temple where he sees various forms of idolatry, including people worshipping idols, women mourning the death of the pagan god Tammuz, and men bowing to the rising sun with their backs turned towards the temple. God expresses his anger over his people committing idolatry and filling the temple with unclean images, showing that their priority is on other gods instead of the Lord.
Journey Through The Bible: Isaiah Part 1- Crisis and FaithResurrection Church
Isaiah was one of the greatest prophets of the Bible. Part One looks at the prophetic process, how do prophets communicate God's messages. During Isaiah's life time Judah faced military and moral crises in which they had to choose between obedience to God's word proclaimed by Isaiah or reliance on strategic alliances.
This document discusses the concept of "waiting upon the LORD" from Isaiah 40:31. It provides multiple Bible translations of the verse and analyzes the original Hebrew word. It then examines how the verse is used in the context of Isaiah's call to prophesy and God calling the exiles to return home. The document assures that God has not given up on those who trust in him and wait patiently. It concludes that waiting upon the LORD means having a hopeful disposition towards God and believing he will empower us to fulfill our callings.
This document summarizes the book of Ezekiel, beginning with background on Ezekiel as a prophet. It then outlines the book's three main parts: judgment on Judah (chapters 1-24), judgment on surrounding nations (chapters 25-32), and blessings for Judah's restoration (chapters 33-48). Key events and visions described include Ezekiel's commissioning, the siege and destruction of Jerusalem, oracles against neighboring peoples, the valley of dry bones vision, and a vision of a restored temple.
The document provides an outline for a sermon on Revelation 5 given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi, discussing Jesus as the worthy lamb who is able to open the sealed scroll and begin God's judgments. It describes the scene in heaven's throne room and explains that Jesus, as both the lion from Judah and the slain lamb, is the only one found worthy to open the seals and enact God's plan of redemption for humanity as purchased through his blood. The sermon aims to stimulate further small group study of Revelation while focusing on Jesus as savior rather than speculative end times details.
Jesus prays to God the Father to glorify him now that his hour has come. He asks to be glorified so that he may glorify the Father by giving eternal life to believers. Eternal life involves knowing God and Jesus Christ. Jesus glorified the Father on Earth by completing his assigned work, and he asks now to be glorified with the same glory he had with the Father before the world existed. His perfect obedience to the Father's will through death and resurrection allows believers to receive glory. The Father answers Jesus' prayer, as Stephen later sees Jesus glorified at God's right hand.
The document discusses how God knows and cares for his people. It provides several Bible passages that show God promised to be known by his people and to forgive their sins. God formed people in the womb and knows them intimately. Jesus understands human weaknesses because he experienced temptation. God is always present and knows people's thoughts and ways. He has chosen and ordained the days of people's lives since before creation. God's thoughts for his people are vast in number.
1) Isaiah has a vision of God on His heavenly throne surrounded by angelic beings called seraphim. The seraphim praise God as holy.
2) Seeing the holiness and glory of God, Isaiah becomes aware of his own sinfulness. A seraphim touches Isaiah with a burning coal to purify him.
3) God commissions Isaiah to deliver a message to the people of Israel, even though many will not understand or accept it. Isaiah is to prophesy up until the time of exile when only a remnant will remain.
Amos reminds the Israelites that only by seeking the Lord can they find life. He advises them to hate evil and love good, and to abandon empty religious rituals. Those who reject God's message, like Amaziah, will face consequences, while those who accept it will inherit God's kingdom of justice. Ultimately, when God's grace ends, those who refused to seek Him will wander in despair, unable to find His word and receive salvation.
Ezekiel sees a vision of God's glory departing the temple. In the vision, Ezekiel sees figures with four faces and four wings pulling a throne-chariot. God commands Ezekiel to act out sieges of Jerusalem using props and his own hair to dramatize the messages of coming judgment. Ezekiel is then transported hundreds of miles to Jerusalem by God and shown visions of idolatry taking place in the temple. God tells Ezekiel he will not spare those who have misplaced their worship and affection.
The document provides an overview of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi titled "Hope of New Life". The sermon discusses the biblical passage of Ezekiel 37:1-14, known as the vision of the valley of dry bones. In the vision, God asks Ezekiel if the dry bones can live, and through Ezekiel's prophesying, breath enters the bones and they come to life as a vast army. The sermon relates this prophecy to giving the people of Israel hope that they will return to their homeland after exile, and that only God can do the impossible. It then discusses how this prophecy applies to giving hope to those who feel they are in a "valley of dry bones" situation today
Baptist transgender preacher who talks to angelsBible Preaching
Allyson Dylan Robinson is the first openly transgender ordained Baptist minister. Robinson struggled with gender identity from a young age. At one point, Robinson contemplated suicide but says an "angel" named "Reason" convinced Robinson that God had not made them broken. Robinson now identifies as a woman, was re-ordained, and challenges many Baptist doctrines in order to stay true to their identity despite opposition from the denomination and what the Bible says.
The document discusses Jesus' divine nature and role in creation. It explains that Jesus was present at the beginning with God and all things were created through him. Though the world was made through Jesus, it did not recognize him. It then references Psalm 22, which describes an individual suffering great affliction yet maintaining faith that God will rescue them and they will praise God among the congregation.
Sabbath school lesson 5, seek the lord and live (amos)Owusu Eric
The document provides a summary of key messages from the book of Amos. It discusses how Amos advised Israel to seek good and hate evil. It also warns that rejecting God's message will lead to judgment, as seen in Amaziah's condemnation, while accepting it will lead to a kingdom of justice. The passage encourages readers to reconsider their lives and seek God in order to live according to His will.
Herod the Great undertook an ambitious project to expand and renovate the Second Temple in Jerusalem. He wanted to correct imperfections and make the Temple as complete as possible. However, Jesus later prophesied that not one stone of the Temple would be left upon another. The Temple was an important symbol, but Jesus taught that his followers themselves are God's true temple as the cornerstone. The Temple's destruction in 70 AD by the Romans fulfilled Jesus' prophecy.
The Icon of the Divine Heart of God the Father - Part 1mbabela
This document discusses the history and theological debates surrounding icons depicting God the Father. It notes that icons of the Father were accepted in the early undivided Church but destroyed during iconoclasm. The 7th Ecumenical Council of Nicaea II decreed that venerating icons was valid based on their representation of prototypes. However, later councils in both the Roman Catholic and Orthodox traditions produced differing and sometimes contradictory rulings on depicting the Father. The document argues that Nicaea II's decrees, as the last ecumenical council, should take precedence.
The document discusses aspects of God the Son based on studying chapters 8-13 of Major Bible Themes. It covers His deity and incarnation as fully God and fully man, His incarnation as laying aside glory but not deity, His substitutionary death as satisfying God's demands and reconciling the world to God, and His resurrection, ascension and future coming. It provides biblical support and examines Christ's humanity and reasons for the incarnation.
Isaiah 9:6-7 Jesus would be called or known as Mighty God. Prophecies said he would be God. John said He was Creator and God. Jesus claimed to be God. Thomas said He was God. Paul said He was Creator. Paul called Him God. John said Jesus was the True God.
The document describes Ezekiel's vision of a future temple in Jerusalem. It provides details on the temple's design as specified by God, including precise instructions and ordinances. It then compares Ezekiel's temple to the tabernacle and Solomon's temple, noting that the tabernacle was the only other structure God gave such detailed instructions for. The document suggests that while physical temples served their purpose, God ultimately dwells in His people through His Spirit.
The document describes Isaiah's call to be a prophet. Isaiah saw a vision of God on his throne surrounded by angels calling "Holy, holy, holy." This vision humbled Isaiah and made him aware of his own sinfulness. A seraphim touched Isaiah's lips with a burning coal, cleansing him of sin. When God asked "Whom shall I send?" Isaiah responded "Here am I, send me." This vision and call strengthened Isaiah for his prophetic ministry of over 60 years, bringing messages of salvation for all people.
Isaiah 9:6-7 Jesus would be called or known as wonderful. Wonderful in His birth. Wonderful in His miracles. Wonderful in His teachings. Wonderful in His resistance to sin. Wonderful in His accomplishing His work. Wonderful in His fulfilling prophecies. Wonderful in His sacrifice. Wonderful in His resurrection. Wonderful is His Name.
This passage describes a vision Ezekiel receives from God showing the idolatrous practices happening in the temple in Jerusalem. In the vision, Ezekiel is taken by the Spirit to the temple where he sees various forms of idolatry, including people worshipping idols, women mourning the death of the pagan god Tammuz, and men bowing to the rising sun with their backs turned towards the temple. God expresses his anger over his people committing idolatry and filling the temple with unclean images, showing that their priority is on other gods instead of the Lord.
Journey Through The Bible: Isaiah Part 1- Crisis and FaithResurrection Church
Isaiah was one of the greatest prophets of the Bible. Part One looks at the prophetic process, how do prophets communicate God's messages. During Isaiah's life time Judah faced military and moral crises in which they had to choose between obedience to God's word proclaimed by Isaiah or reliance on strategic alliances.
This document discusses the concept of "waiting upon the LORD" from Isaiah 40:31. It provides multiple Bible translations of the verse and analyzes the original Hebrew word. It then examines how the verse is used in the context of Isaiah's call to prophesy and God calling the exiles to return home. The document assures that God has not given up on those who trust in him and wait patiently. It concludes that waiting upon the LORD means having a hopeful disposition towards God and believing he will empower us to fulfill our callings.
This document summarizes the book of Ezekiel, beginning with background on Ezekiel as a prophet. It then outlines the book's three main parts: judgment on Judah (chapters 1-24), judgment on surrounding nations (chapters 25-32), and blessings for Judah's restoration (chapters 33-48). Key events and visions described include Ezekiel's commissioning, the siege and destruction of Jerusalem, oracles against neighboring peoples, the valley of dry bones vision, and a vision of a restored temple.
The document provides an outline for a sermon on Revelation 5 given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi, discussing Jesus as the worthy lamb who is able to open the sealed scroll and begin God's judgments. It describes the scene in heaven's throne room and explains that Jesus, as both the lion from Judah and the slain lamb, is the only one found worthy to open the seals and enact God's plan of redemption for humanity as purchased through his blood. The sermon aims to stimulate further small group study of Revelation while focusing on Jesus as savior rather than speculative end times details.
Jesus prays to God the Father to glorify him now that his hour has come. He asks to be glorified so that he may glorify the Father by giving eternal life to believers. Eternal life involves knowing God and Jesus Christ. Jesus glorified the Father on Earth by completing his assigned work, and he asks now to be glorified with the same glory he had with the Father before the world existed. His perfect obedience to the Father's will through death and resurrection allows believers to receive glory. The Father answers Jesus' prayer, as Stephen later sees Jesus glorified at God's right hand.
The document discusses how God knows and cares for his people. It provides several Bible passages that show God promised to be known by his people and to forgive their sins. God formed people in the womb and knows them intimately. Jesus understands human weaknesses because he experienced temptation. God is always present and knows people's thoughts and ways. He has chosen and ordained the days of people's lives since before creation. God's thoughts for his people are vast in number.
1) Isaiah has a vision of God on His heavenly throne surrounded by angelic beings called seraphim. The seraphim praise God as holy.
2) Seeing the holiness and glory of God, Isaiah becomes aware of his own sinfulness. A seraphim touches Isaiah with a burning coal to purify him.
3) God commissions Isaiah to deliver a message to the people of Israel, even though many will not understand or accept it. Isaiah is to prophesy up until the time of exile when only a remnant will remain.
Amos reminds the Israelites that only by seeking the Lord can they find life. He advises them to hate evil and love good, and to abandon empty religious rituals. Those who reject God's message, like Amaziah, will face consequences, while those who accept it will inherit God's kingdom of justice. Ultimately, when God's grace ends, those who refused to seek Him will wander in despair, unable to find His word and receive salvation.
Ezekiel sees a vision of God's glory departing the temple. In the vision, Ezekiel sees figures with four faces and four wings pulling a throne-chariot. God commands Ezekiel to act out sieges of Jerusalem using props and his own hair to dramatize the messages of coming judgment. Ezekiel is then transported hundreds of miles to Jerusalem by God and shown visions of idolatry taking place in the temple. God tells Ezekiel he will not spare those who have misplaced their worship and affection.
The document provides an overview of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi titled "Hope of New Life". The sermon discusses the biblical passage of Ezekiel 37:1-14, known as the vision of the valley of dry bones. In the vision, God asks Ezekiel if the dry bones can live, and through Ezekiel's prophesying, breath enters the bones and they come to life as a vast army. The sermon relates this prophecy to giving the people of Israel hope that they will return to their homeland after exile, and that only God can do the impossible. It then discusses how this prophecy applies to giving hope to those who feel they are in a "valley of dry bones" situation today
Baptist transgender preacher who talks to angelsBible Preaching
Allyson Dylan Robinson is the first openly transgender ordained Baptist minister. Robinson struggled with gender identity from a young age. At one point, Robinson contemplated suicide but says an "angel" named "Reason" convinced Robinson that God had not made them broken. Robinson now identifies as a woman, was re-ordained, and challenges many Baptist doctrines in order to stay true to their identity despite opposition from the denomination and what the Bible says.
The document discusses Jesus' divine nature and role in creation. It explains that Jesus was present at the beginning with God and all things were created through him. Though the world was made through Jesus, it did not recognize him. It then references Psalm 22, which describes an individual suffering great affliction yet maintaining faith that God will rescue them and they will praise God among the congregation.
Sabbath school lesson 5, seek the lord and live (amos)Owusu Eric
The document provides a summary of key messages from the book of Amos. It discusses how Amos advised Israel to seek good and hate evil. It also warns that rejecting God's message will lead to judgment, as seen in Amaziah's condemnation, while accepting it will lead to a kingdom of justice. The passage encourages readers to reconsider their lives and seek God in order to live according to His will.
Herod the Great undertook an ambitious project to expand and renovate the Second Temple in Jerusalem. He wanted to correct imperfections and make the Temple as complete as possible. However, Jesus later prophesied that not one stone of the Temple would be left upon another. The Temple was an important symbol, but Jesus taught that his followers themselves are God's true temple as the cornerstone. The Temple's destruction in 70 AD by the Romans fulfilled Jesus' prophecy.
The Icon of the Divine Heart of God the Father - Part 1mbabela
This document discusses the history and theological debates surrounding icons depicting God the Father. It notes that icons of the Father were accepted in the early undivided Church but destroyed during iconoclasm. The 7th Ecumenical Council of Nicaea II decreed that venerating icons was valid based on their representation of prototypes. However, later councils in both the Roman Catholic and Orthodox traditions produced differing and sometimes contradictory rulings on depicting the Father. The document argues that Nicaea II's decrees, as the last ecumenical council, should take precedence.
The document discusses aspects of God the Son based on studying chapters 8-13 of Major Bible Themes. It covers His deity and incarnation as fully God and fully man, His incarnation as laying aside glory but not deity, His substitutionary death as satisfying God's demands and reconciling the world to God, and His resurrection, ascension and future coming. It provides biblical support and examines Christ's humanity and reasons for the incarnation.
This looks at different parenting types and see how that corresponds to different related views we have about God. The metaphor of God as Father gives insight about God, but also can give insight as to being a good father.
Fathers Matter: Understanding the love of God the Father through the eyes of ...Stephen Palm
This Fathers' Day sermon explores some of the vital contributions that engaged Dads make to a child's life. We will focus on the Fatherhood of God and the way in which His Son, Jesus, experienced the love of His Father and expressed that love to us. We will also look at God's love for us and compare it with Islam, which never asserts that "God is love." This sermon also asserts that our conception of our earthly father can have a huge impact on our ability to relate to God the Father.
1) Jesus claimed to be the Son of God, and this claim was affirmed by God the Father, others, and even demons. As the Son, Jesus was equal to God in power and authority.
2) Jesus demonstrated his equality with God by performing miracles with the same power and authority as God. He also said "I and the Father are one."
3) As the Son of God, Jesus was obedient to God the Father in all things. He only did what he saw the Father doing and said he did the Father's commands out of love for him.
The document discusses the blessings of knowing God as our heavenly Father. It states that through the new birth experience and receiving the Holy Spirit, we become part of God's family and can call Him our Father. As children of God, we receive many blessings, including the ability to communicate with God through prayer. The document provides examples of praying in accordance with Jesus' teachings and outlines the privileges of being in God's family.
The document discusses the doctrine of God the Son according to Christian theology. It states that God the eternal Son became incarnate as Jesus Christ. As the Word, he was present at creation and all things were created through him. He became flesh and dwelt among mankind, revealing the character of God. Through his life, death for humanity's sins, and resurrection, salvation and reconciliation between God and humanity are accomplished. Having lived a perfect human life, Jesus suffered and died voluntarily as an atoning sacrifice and now ministers on our behalf. He will return again to fully deliver his people and restore all things.
The document discusses the various names of God and their meanings, showing that God is all-powerful, holy, just, and faithful. It then explores the concept of God as a father figure, noting that he is the source of life, Jesus reveals the father to us, and we can have a spiritual relationship with God as our father. As a loving father, God gives us life, loves us, communicates through his word, corrects us lovingly, and grants eternal life through his grace if we repent and obey him.
Zechariah, a priest, has a vision where the angel Gabriel tells him that his wife Elizabeth will give birth to John the Baptist, who will prepare the way for the coming Messiah. Zechariah sings the Canticle of Zechariah praising God for sending a horn of salvation. The canticle references God's promise to Abraham and covenant with Israel to redeem them and show mercy. John will go before Jesus to prepare his way and give people knowledge of salvation through forgiveness of sins.
The document provides commentary on Revelation 5, which describes John seeing a sealed scroll in God's hand. No one is found worthy to open it until one of the elders says the Lion of Judah has overcome and is worthy. John then sees a lamb that was slain take the scroll. It has seven horns and eyes representing God's power and vision. The lamb is revealed to be Jesus. All of heaven then worships the lamb for being worthy to open the scroll.
This document summarizes a worship service that took place on August 11, 2013. It includes elements like welcome and announcements, call to worship, praise and worship through songs, a pastoral prayer, readings from the books of Job and Philippians, a message on why bad things happen to good people based on the book of Job, an offering, and closing songs and prayer. The service focused on celebrating God's faithfulness through difficult times, as demonstrated in the story of Job, and encouraged having the humble, selfless mindset of Christ.
This document contains the order of service for a Catholic mass. It includes an entrance antiphon welcoming God's mercy, penitential prayers asking for forgiveness, a reading from the Book of Genesis about Judah, responsorial psalms praising God, an acclamation calling for God's wisdom and truth, a Gospel reading of Jesus's genealogy from Matthew, and concluding prayers. The mass focuses on themes of mercy, justice, peace and God's faithfulness through readings and prayers.
This document provides a summary of the Advent devotional for November 28, 2010. It includes:
1) A reading from Jeremiah 33 about God's promise to raise up a righteous branch from David's line, who will bring justice and righteousness.
2) An explanation that the devotional focuses on the first Advent candle of hope, as the readings look forward to Jesus' first and second comings.
3) Background on the prophet Jeremiah and the message of hope he delivered to the people during a time of suffering and exile.
The document discusses how the gospel can be articulated as "entering God's rest." It explores what is meant by rest in scripture from Genesis to Revelation. God's rest is not laziness, busyness, or a sense of accomplishment, but finding peace through trusting in God alone rather than one's own works. Jesus invites all who are weary to find rest in him as our Sabbath rest was meant to foreshadow.
1. John has a vision of Jesus Christ appearing gloriously among seven golden lampstands which represent the seven churches of Asia.
2. Jesus is described with white hair, fiery eyes, a voice like rushing waters, and feet like burnished bronze. He holds seven stars in his right hand, which represent the angels or messengers of the seven churches.
3. The vision causes John to fall down in fear before Jesus, but Jesus reassures him and instructs him to write letters to the seven churches about what he has seen and will see.
Jesus Christ is the only way for humanity to be saved from their spiritually dead state resulting from the sin of Adam and Eve. Without accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior, people feel empty inside despite worldly successes. The Bible says all have sinned and fallen short of God's glory, but Jesus died for our sins so we can be forgiven and born again by accepting him. True salvation comes only through believing in Jesus, as he is the sole mediator between God and man.
Advancing the good news of peace - Ephesians 6:15David Turner
1) The document discusses how peace comes from God and how Jesus is referred to as the Prince of Peace.
2) It provides several Bible verses that reference peace, including how Jesus preached peace and promised his disciples peace.
3) The overarching message is that through faith in Jesus Christ, believers can have peace both presently and eternally.
Peter addresses the crowds in Jerusalem, proclaiming Jesus as the Messiah foretold by King David. He explains that Jesus performed miracles approved by God but was crucified by their leaders. However, God raised Jesus from the dead, and the disciples are witnesses to this.
The psalmist expresses trust in God's protection and the path of life.
The reading from 1 Peter instructs Christians to conduct themselves with reverence since God judges based on deeds. Believers are ransomed not with gold but by Christ's blood.
On the road to Emmaus, Jesus walks with two disciples who are discussing the recent events in Jerusalem. They tell Jesus of Jesus of Nazareth who was killed but women
The document discusses the second Sunday of Advent and focuses on how John the Baptist's preaching of repentance prepares people for the coming of Christ. It references passages from Isaiah, Romans, Matthew, and Psalm 72 that discuss the righteous reign of the Messiah, how Jews and Gentiles will be united in Christ, John's call for repentance, and a prayer for the king to rule with justice. The overall message is that repentance through the proclamation of law and gospel makes people ready to receive Christ as he comes to save his people.
Seven names of god in judaism, Seven names of God in ChristianismLearning to Prophesy
The document provides information on seven names of God in Judaism: El, Elohim, Adonai, YHWH, Shaddai, Zebaot, and Ehveh-Asher-Ehveh. It discusses the meaning and biblical references for each name. Additionally, it covers four Old Testament names of God used in Christianity: YHWH-Yireh, YHWH-Rapha, YHWH-Nissi, and YHWH-Shalom. Brief summaries are provided for each along with relevant bible passages.
This document contains the text of a Catholic mass. It includes an entrance antiphon welcoming the coming of the Lord. It then has readings from the prophet Isaiah and the Gospel of Luke, and passages from Psalms. The Gospel reading describes Jesus healing people and responding to John the Baptist's disciples. The mass concludes with prayers asking God for mercy.
The document discusses the identity and nature of Jesus Christ based on passages from the Bible. It begins with an excerpt from the book of Revelation describing Jesus. It then shares John's vision of Jesus from Revelation chapter 1. The document emphasizes that Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, was dead but is now alive, and holds the keys of death and Hades. It poses the question of whether Jesus is truly God and Lord over all areas of the reader's life.
The amazing life of jesus christ englishWorldBibles
- Jesus Christ existed before his birth as God the Creator. Prophets foretold details of his life, including that he would be born of a virgin.
- Jesus, who was fully God, took on human form and was supernaturally conceived through the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He was born in Bethlehem and his birth was announced by angels to shepherds.
- Jesus came to earth with the purpose of seeking and saving the lost, giving his life as a ransom for many to save people from their sins. He lived a perfect life and died on the cross to redeem humanity.
This document provides biblical passages that illustrate how Abraham and other patriarchs foreshadowed aspects of Jesus Christ and the plan of redemption. It discusses how Abraham's intended sacrifice of his son Isaac on Mount Moriah prefigured God sacrificing His son Jesus for the salvation of humanity. It also discusses how Abraham rescued his nephew Lot from captors, representing how Jesus rescues humanity. The document explores various biblical types and shadows that pointed to Jesus, including Melchizedek, the sacrificial system, and dealings with Israel.
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The Book of Ruth is included in the third division, or the Writings, of the Hebrew Bible. In most Christian canons it is treated as one of the historical books and placed between Judges and 1 Samuel.
9. אב
(Ab*)
* From Nelson’s Expository Dictionary of the Old Testament (Unger)
*2 Webster’s 20th Century Dictionary - Unabridged
Father
(fader, fadir, faeder, vaier, fatar, pater, pitar)*2
One who creates, invents, makes, originates, or composes anything;
the author.
One who begets a child.
…
Author
(autour, autor, auctor, augere)*2
One who produces, creates, brings into being
10. אלהים
(Elohim)
Genesis 1.1
In the beginning God (Elohim) created the heavens and the earth
….
God introduces Himself as the One in Whom All Powers Exists
The Mighty One or All Mighty
11. Isaiah 6.1
In the year of King Uzziah’s death, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne,
lofty and exalted, with the train of His robe filling the temple.
….
Daniel 7.9-10
I kept looking until thrones were set up and the Ancient of Days took
His seat. His vesture was like white snow, and the hair of His head
like pure wool. His throne was ablaze with flames. Its wheels were
burning fire. A river of fire was flowing and coming out from before
Him. Thousands upon thousands were attending Him. A myriads
upon myriads were standing before Him.
13. Genesis 22
God: Abraham, take your son, your
only son, and go to Moriah to offer
him.
Abraham: Stay here with the donkey. I
and the boy will go, we will worship,
and return to you.
Isaac: Father, we have fire, we have
wood, but where is the lamb for the
offering.
Abraham: God will provide for Himself
14. Genesis 22
Angel: Abraham! Do nothing to the boy!
For I know you fear God since you
would not withhold even your son!
Abraham turned and saw a ram caught
in thicket by his horns
Abraham offered the ram in sacrifice
and called the place YHWH Jireh
(God Provides)
15. The Prodigal Son, Luke 15.11-32
“Even servants in my father’s house
live better than this.”
And while he was still a long way
off, his father saw him and ran to
him, but….
17. Isaiah 6.1
In the year of King Uzziah’s death, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne,
lofty and exalted, with the train of His robe filling the temple.
….
Isaiah 6.8
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who
will go for us?
18. דבר
(dabar*)
….
Word
A matter (as spoken of) or thing; a cause, act, answer
Figuratively, to speak, bid, command, commune
* From Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible; Hebrew 1696/1697
Isaiah 55.10-11 KJV
For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but
watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the
sower, and bread to the eater: So shall my WORD be that goeth forth out of my mouth:
it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall
prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.
19. Isaiah 6.8
Whom shall I send? Who will go for Us?
….
John 1.1
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God,
and the Word was God
….
John 1.14
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us
….
John 1.29
Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!
20. Λογος
(logos*)
* From Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible; Greek 3056
*2 Webster’s 20th Century Dictionary - Unabridged
Word*2
A brief expression, a remark
A promise; affirmation; assurance
News; information; tidings
To express in words
21. Jesus: Do not touch me. I have not yet
ascended to my Father.
….
The sin sacrifice and offering had not
yet been completed.
….
Jesus had to present Himself as the sin
sacrifice, the Lamb of God and Priest.
22. John 1.16-18a
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that
whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting
life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world;
but that the world through him might be saved. He that believeth on
him is not condemned…
23. SIN
….
Any act or thought or word or deed that makes one separate from God
Harmartia
….
Missing the mark, accident, mistake
Wrong doing, evil, sin
Awen, Asam, Amal, Awon
….
Iniquity (in-equity, not being equal), guilt, evil, trouble
Bent, bowed down, twisted, perverted
* From Nelson’s Expository Dictionary of the Old & New Testament (Unger, Vine)
25. God won’t go near you in your sin
God won’t let you near Him in your sin
26. אב
(Ab*)
Father
* From Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible
אהב
(Ahab*)
Love
ה
(he, 5th Hebrew letter*)
5, the number of Grace
27. • The Grace of the Cross
– Favor, esteem, kindness
• The Propitiation through the Cross
– To cause to become favorably
inclined
28. Because of the Word of God sent and the Cross of Jesus, God the
Father can see you a long way off, run to you, wrap His arms around
you, kiss your neck as His child returned from the dead, change
your clothes, make you a rightful member of His household, and
throw a party in your honor…
….
If you will come to Him.
….
Come to Him just as you are,
smelling and looking just as you do.