The document provides context about Jesus' prophecy of the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem and the disciples' subsequent question to Jesus. It summarizes that the disciples privately asked Jesus two questions on the Mount of Olives: 1) when the Temple would be destroyed and 2) what signs would precede its destruction. The Olivet Discourse, found in the Synoptic Gospels, contains Jesus' answer to the disciples' second question about the signs.
The document discusses when and who should partake in communion. It examines biblical passages about communion being partaken on the first day of the week based on Acts 20:7. While some see this as Saturday, the document argues this referred to Sunday based on Jewish timekeeping. It also discusses the terms used for communion. For who should partake, it says all citizens of God's kingdom based on Luke 22:30, but also those who respect Christ's sacrifice and examine themselves based on 1 Corinthians 11.
This document provides a summary of sites visited over 9 days exploring Jerusalem and areas outside the city walls, including the Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, City of David, Temple Mount, Pool of Bethesda, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Western Wall, and Garden Tomb. Key sites mentioned include the traditional locations of the last supper, Jesus' agony in the garden, his trial before Pilate, crucifixion, burial place, and empty tomb after his resurrection, as described in the gospels. The document also shares several related bible passages at each location.
Jesus tells a parable about two builders - one who builds a house on a solid rock foundation, and one who builds directly on the ground without a foundation. When storms come, the house built on the rock remains standing while the house built without a foundation collapses. Jesus uses this parable to illustrate the importance of putting his teachings into practice, not just hearing them. Those who hear his words and obey them are like the wise builder on the rock, while those who only hear but do not obey are like the foolish builder on the sand.
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10 32-52) jan 5, 2014John Smith
Jesus predicts his death and resurrection to his disciples as they travel to Jerusalem. James and John request positions of power and glory, but Jesus says true greatness comes through service. A blind beggar calls out to Jesus for mercy and has his sight restored, demonstrating proper faith and dependence on God.
M2014 s89 why i love the church of christ part 4 11 16-14 sermonJames Bradshaw
This document discusses why the author loves the Church of Christ. It provides details about how the early church would take communion every Sunday to remember Jesus' sacrifice and proclaim his death. The document examines passages from the Bible that describe Jesus instituting communion and the early church coming together on the first day of the week to partake in the Lord's Supper. It emphasizes how communion involves a spiritual participation and unity with Christ's body and blood.
Today's Message is based on The Road to Emmaus.
Luke 24:13-35
We can remember Jesus' presence in our lives by continually listen to the preaching of the Word and partaking in the Lord's Supper together
The document discusses when and who should partake in communion. It examines biblical passages about communion being partaken on the first day of the week based on Acts 20:7. While some see this as Saturday, the document argues this referred to Sunday based on Jewish timekeeping. It also discusses the terms used for communion. For who should partake, it says all citizens of God's kingdom based on Luke 22:30, but also those who respect Christ's sacrifice and examine themselves based on 1 Corinthians 11.
This document provides a summary of sites visited over 9 days exploring Jerusalem and areas outside the city walls, including the Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, City of David, Temple Mount, Pool of Bethesda, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Western Wall, and Garden Tomb. Key sites mentioned include the traditional locations of the last supper, Jesus' agony in the garden, his trial before Pilate, crucifixion, burial place, and empty tomb after his resurrection, as described in the gospels. The document also shares several related bible passages at each location.
Jesus tells a parable about two builders - one who builds a house on a solid rock foundation, and one who builds directly on the ground without a foundation. When storms come, the house built on the rock remains standing while the house built without a foundation collapses. Jesus uses this parable to illustrate the importance of putting his teachings into practice, not just hearing them. Those who hear his words and obey them are like the wise builder on the rock, while those who only hear but do not obey are like the foolish builder on the sand.
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10 32-52) jan 5, 2014John Smith
Jesus predicts his death and resurrection to his disciples as they travel to Jerusalem. James and John request positions of power and glory, but Jesus says true greatness comes through service. A blind beggar calls out to Jesus for mercy and has his sight restored, demonstrating proper faith and dependence on God.
M2014 s89 why i love the church of christ part 4 11 16-14 sermonJames Bradshaw
This document discusses why the author loves the Church of Christ. It provides details about how the early church would take communion every Sunday to remember Jesus' sacrifice and proclaim his death. The document examines passages from the Bible that describe Jesus instituting communion and the early church coming together on the first day of the week to partake in the Lord's Supper. It emphasizes how communion involves a spiritual participation and unity with Christ's body and blood.
Today's Message is based on The Road to Emmaus.
Luke 24:13-35
We can remember Jesus' presence in our lives by continually listen to the preaching of the Word and partaking in the Lord's Supper together
The document discusses the nature and purpose of the church. It argues that the church is meant to be a solid group of friends who follow Jesus, not just a building, institution, or denomination. It suggests that declining church attendance may be due to misunderstanding what the church is really about. The church should focus on calling others into a loving relationship, as this has always been God's plan according to the Bible, which tells the story of God redeeming people of every group.
Encountering Jesus on the road to Emmaus, and the lesson we can learn from the two disciples' experience. Encouragement to be open in encountering Jesus on our life journey, and a call to get involved in Emmaus Road Life Groups.
The document discusses Jesus as the living stone and cornerstone referenced in the Bible. It says that Jesus was rejected by humans but chosen by God, and though once rejected, believers are now accepted. It also presents the idea that believers themselves are like living stones in the church, with Jesus as the cornerstone that binds them together.
0514 luke 1425 large crowds were traveling power point church sermonPowerPoint_Sermons
Large crowds were following Jesus. He turned to them and said that they must be willing to give up everything they have if they want to be his disciples. Jesus also told the crowds to carefully study the Scriptures because they testify about him and are the key to eternal life.
Two disciples were walking to Emmaus after Jesus' crucifixion, discussing the recent events with sadness. Jesus appeared and walked with them, but they did not recognize him. He explained how the Messiah was prophesied to suffer and enter glory. When they urged him to stay, he broke bread with them and they suddenly recognized him, but he vanished. They hurried back to tell the others they had seen the resurrected Jesus.
This is the second sermon in the post-Easter series 40 days. This sermon focuses on Luke 24:13-35 concerning Jesus appearance to the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus.
Jesus told his disciples that the scriptures foretold his suffering and resurrection on the third day. He said they were to spread the message in Jerusalem and throughout all nations that people should repent of their sins and change how they live, and that forgiveness would be offered through Jesus's authority. The disciples were to remain in Jerusalem until receiving power from heaven to carry out this mission of spreading the gospel message.
This document summarizes a section of the Gospel of Mark. It includes:
1) Three predictions by Jesus that he will suffer, be killed, and rise again. When Jesus tells his disciples this, Peter rebukes him but Jesus rebukes Peter back.
2) A story of Jesus healing a blind man and later healing blind Bartimaeus.
3) Jesus asking his disciples who people say he is and who they say he is. Peter answers that he is the Messiah.
4) The transfiguration story from Mark 9 where Jesus appears glorified with Moses and Elijah and is proclaimed as God's son.
Jesus heals a demon-possessed boy. A man brings his son to Jesus' disciples to cure him of demons, but they are unable to. When Jesus sees the boy, the demon throws him into convulsions. Jesus rebukes the demon and commands it to come out of the boy, and the demon leaves, curing the boy. The boy's father declares his belief in Jesus, and Jesus lifts the boy up healed.
This document challenges Christians to live for Jesus daily, not just on Sundays. It argues that daily devotion to God through prayer, Bible study, and acts of service will strengthen the church. When members pray, study, and do something for the church daily, the church will grow in number and faith. The Bible teaches that Jesus sought God's will daily, and being His follower requires denying oneself and taking up one's cross daily. God cares for His people daily, so He expects daily faith and trust in return. Living for Jesus every day, not just on Sundays, is what is required to truly follow Him.
Then He said to them all, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me. (Luke 9:23 NKJV)
Then He said to another, "Follow Me." But he said, "Lord, let me first go and bury my father." Jesus said to him, "Let the dead bury their own dead, but you go and preach the kingdom of God." And another also said, "Lord, I will follow You, but let me first go and bid them farewell who are at my house." But Jesus said to him, "No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God." (Luke 9:59-62 NKJV)
This document discusses the concepts of discipleship and making disciples. It addresses the condition of being a disciple as denying oneself and taking up one's cross daily. The greatest challenge or enemy is oneself. The cross represents the death that Jesus died, while the crown represents the eternal reward. Jesus commands his followers to make disciples of all nations by baptizing them and teaching them to obey all his commands.
Jesus heals a man who had been ill for 38 years at the pool of Bethzatha in Jerusalem on the Sabbath. When the Jews criticize the man for carrying his mat on the Sabbath, he tells them it was Jesus who told him to do so. Later, Jesus finds the man in the temple and tells him to sin no more. The Jews begin to persecute Jesus for healing on the Sabbath and for calling God his Father.
Slides supporting a message by Mike Popovich, Freedom Ministries, Church, Colorado Springs, CO.
Topic: Jesus - Our Rest, Liberation, and Restoration
Date: 8/31/14
Link to Full Message: http://freedomministries.tv/media-library/8-31-14/jesusourrest/
1. The document contrasts how following Jesus and taking up one's cross was viewed in the Old Testament era versus now.
2. It discusses how Jesus and his disciples faced rejection, humiliation, and suffering in their lives and reputations.
3. It encourages readers to desire God, abandon comfort, expect trouble, and live in obedience as disciples by taking up their daily cross, as Jesus did.
This parable from Matthew 21:33-46 describes a landowner who rents his vineyard to tenants. When he sends servants to collect the fruit, the tenants beat and kill them. He finally sends his son, thinking the tenants will respect him, but they also kill the son to seize the inheritance. Jesus uses this parable to represent God sending prophets who were rejected and killed, and finally sending his son Jesus who was also killed. The parable implies severe consequences for those who reject Jesus.
1) The document discusses chapters 1 of the Book of Acts, including Jesus commanding his followers to proclaim the Good News to others before ascending to heaven.
2) It describes Jesus' ascension to heaven witnessed by the apostles and two men in white who said Jesus would return.
3) The apostles then gathered to choose a replacement for Judas Iscariot before receiving the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost.
A Missionary People For A Missionary GodEddie Arthur
The document discusses how Jesus was sent by God to serve and sacrifice for humanity, and how Christians are called to follow his example by being sent as missionaries to others. It notes that Jesus came as a real human to suffer and die for people, and calls Christians to go to others as part of a community, making sacrifices as Jesus did to build the church.
A verse by verse commentary on the Gospel of Mark chapter 13 dealing with the Apostles asking Jesus about the end times, and Jesus warns them about false teachers. He tells them they will suffer much persecution. Jesus will come again in the clouds and angels will gather his elect from all the ends of the earth. Only the Father knows when all this will take place.
The disciples asked Jesus two questions: 1) when will the Temple be destroyed and 2) what signs would precede and indicate its destruction. Jesus responded by warning of false prophets, wars, famines, earthquakes and Christian persecution prior to the Temple's destruction. He said these events would be like birth pains, with more frequent and intense occurrences signaling the approaching end, referring to the Roman destruction of Jerusalem and Temple in 70 AD.
The document discusses the nature and purpose of the church. It argues that the church is meant to be a solid group of friends who follow Jesus, not just a building, institution, or denomination. It suggests that declining church attendance may be due to misunderstanding what the church is really about. The church should focus on calling others into a loving relationship, as this has always been God's plan according to the Bible, which tells the story of God redeeming people of every group.
Encountering Jesus on the road to Emmaus, and the lesson we can learn from the two disciples' experience. Encouragement to be open in encountering Jesus on our life journey, and a call to get involved in Emmaus Road Life Groups.
The document discusses Jesus as the living stone and cornerstone referenced in the Bible. It says that Jesus was rejected by humans but chosen by God, and though once rejected, believers are now accepted. It also presents the idea that believers themselves are like living stones in the church, with Jesus as the cornerstone that binds them together.
0514 luke 1425 large crowds were traveling power point church sermonPowerPoint_Sermons
Large crowds were following Jesus. He turned to them and said that they must be willing to give up everything they have if they want to be his disciples. Jesus also told the crowds to carefully study the Scriptures because they testify about him and are the key to eternal life.
Two disciples were walking to Emmaus after Jesus' crucifixion, discussing the recent events with sadness. Jesus appeared and walked with them, but they did not recognize him. He explained how the Messiah was prophesied to suffer and enter glory. When they urged him to stay, he broke bread with them and they suddenly recognized him, but he vanished. They hurried back to tell the others they had seen the resurrected Jesus.
This is the second sermon in the post-Easter series 40 days. This sermon focuses on Luke 24:13-35 concerning Jesus appearance to the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus.
Jesus told his disciples that the scriptures foretold his suffering and resurrection on the third day. He said they were to spread the message in Jerusalem and throughout all nations that people should repent of their sins and change how they live, and that forgiveness would be offered through Jesus's authority. The disciples were to remain in Jerusalem until receiving power from heaven to carry out this mission of spreading the gospel message.
This document summarizes a section of the Gospel of Mark. It includes:
1) Three predictions by Jesus that he will suffer, be killed, and rise again. When Jesus tells his disciples this, Peter rebukes him but Jesus rebukes Peter back.
2) A story of Jesus healing a blind man and later healing blind Bartimaeus.
3) Jesus asking his disciples who people say he is and who they say he is. Peter answers that he is the Messiah.
4) The transfiguration story from Mark 9 where Jesus appears glorified with Moses and Elijah and is proclaimed as God's son.
Jesus heals a demon-possessed boy. A man brings his son to Jesus' disciples to cure him of demons, but they are unable to. When Jesus sees the boy, the demon throws him into convulsions. Jesus rebukes the demon and commands it to come out of the boy, and the demon leaves, curing the boy. The boy's father declares his belief in Jesus, and Jesus lifts the boy up healed.
This document challenges Christians to live for Jesus daily, not just on Sundays. It argues that daily devotion to God through prayer, Bible study, and acts of service will strengthen the church. When members pray, study, and do something for the church daily, the church will grow in number and faith. The Bible teaches that Jesus sought God's will daily, and being His follower requires denying oneself and taking up one's cross daily. God cares for His people daily, so He expects daily faith and trust in return. Living for Jesus every day, not just on Sundays, is what is required to truly follow Him.
Then He said to them all, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me. (Luke 9:23 NKJV)
Then He said to another, "Follow Me." But he said, "Lord, let me first go and bury my father." Jesus said to him, "Let the dead bury their own dead, but you go and preach the kingdom of God." And another also said, "Lord, I will follow You, but let me first go and bid them farewell who are at my house." But Jesus said to him, "No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God." (Luke 9:59-62 NKJV)
This document discusses the concepts of discipleship and making disciples. It addresses the condition of being a disciple as denying oneself and taking up one's cross daily. The greatest challenge or enemy is oneself. The cross represents the death that Jesus died, while the crown represents the eternal reward. Jesus commands his followers to make disciples of all nations by baptizing them and teaching them to obey all his commands.
Jesus heals a man who had been ill for 38 years at the pool of Bethzatha in Jerusalem on the Sabbath. When the Jews criticize the man for carrying his mat on the Sabbath, he tells them it was Jesus who told him to do so. Later, Jesus finds the man in the temple and tells him to sin no more. The Jews begin to persecute Jesus for healing on the Sabbath and for calling God his Father.
Slides supporting a message by Mike Popovich, Freedom Ministries, Church, Colorado Springs, CO.
Topic: Jesus - Our Rest, Liberation, and Restoration
Date: 8/31/14
Link to Full Message: http://freedomministries.tv/media-library/8-31-14/jesusourrest/
1. The document contrasts how following Jesus and taking up one's cross was viewed in the Old Testament era versus now.
2. It discusses how Jesus and his disciples faced rejection, humiliation, and suffering in their lives and reputations.
3. It encourages readers to desire God, abandon comfort, expect trouble, and live in obedience as disciples by taking up their daily cross, as Jesus did.
This parable from Matthew 21:33-46 describes a landowner who rents his vineyard to tenants. When he sends servants to collect the fruit, the tenants beat and kill them. He finally sends his son, thinking the tenants will respect him, but they also kill the son to seize the inheritance. Jesus uses this parable to represent God sending prophets who were rejected and killed, and finally sending his son Jesus who was also killed. The parable implies severe consequences for those who reject Jesus.
1) The document discusses chapters 1 of the Book of Acts, including Jesus commanding his followers to proclaim the Good News to others before ascending to heaven.
2) It describes Jesus' ascension to heaven witnessed by the apostles and two men in white who said Jesus would return.
3) The apostles then gathered to choose a replacement for Judas Iscariot before receiving the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost.
A Missionary People For A Missionary GodEddie Arthur
The document discusses how Jesus was sent by God to serve and sacrifice for humanity, and how Christians are called to follow his example by being sent as missionaries to others. It notes that Jesus came as a real human to suffer and die for people, and calls Christians to go to others as part of a community, making sacrifices as Jesus did to build the church.
A verse by verse commentary on the Gospel of Mark chapter 13 dealing with the Apostles asking Jesus about the end times, and Jesus warns them about false teachers. He tells them they will suffer much persecution. Jesus will come again in the clouds and angels will gather his elect from all the ends of the earth. Only the Father knows when all this will take place.
The disciples asked Jesus two questions: 1) when will the Temple be destroyed and 2) what signs would precede and indicate its destruction. Jesus responded by warning of false prophets, wars, famines, earthquakes and Christian persecution prior to the Temple's destruction. He said these events would be like birth pains, with more frequent and intense occurrences signaling the approaching end, referring to the Roman destruction of Jerusalem and Temple in 70 AD.
The triumphal entry of the king mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014John Smith
The Gospel of Mark reveals Jesus as the servant who came not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. It describes Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem where he rides humbly on a colt, fulfilling prophecy. While the people celebrate him as the coming king, Jesus weeps over Jerusalem because they do not recognize him or the things of peace. The triumphal entry marks the start of Jesus' final week where he will serve through sacrifice.
The document is a prayer for the Tuesday morning Bible study group. It thanks God for his presence and love. It asks God to bless the group with understanding and friendship as they study together. It asks God to comfort and strengthen those in need. It concludes by asking for God's blessings on each person and for clarity so they can understand God's will.
An Introduction to the Gospel of Mark based on my sermon at Aire Valley Community Church. The audio sermon can be found at http://www.airevalleycommunitychurch.com/2016/06/12/markan-sandwich-1-introduction-simon-phipps/
The Gospels are not strictly biographical or chronological accounts of Jesus' life. They portray Jesus' identity and mission through carefully selected stories arranged by the Gospel authors to convey theological messages and elicit a response of faith from readers. While the Gospels differ on some details like the timing of Jesus' crucifixion, their primary purpose is to show that Jesus is the Messiah and Son of God, and to communicate the "good news" of God's kingdom through his life and teachings.
Jesus calms a storm on the Sea of Galilee after his disciples wake him, expressing their fear that the boat is being destroyed. When the storm ends, the disciples are amazed at Jesus' power over nature, asking what kind of man he is.
Revelation warns what will happen to those who would harm God's two witnesses, the Holy Bible. "If anyone wants to hurt them fire proceeds out of their mouths and devours their enemies." Revelation 11:5. This presentation reveals power lessons contained in the story of the mount of transfiguration. May God bless you richly as you prayerfully go through it.
Jesus curses a fig tree for not bearing fruit and cleanses the temple, overturning tables of money changers. This acts as a visual parable representing God's judgment on Israel for their hypocrisy and lack of righteousness. The temple had become a place of business rather than prayer. Jesus declares that his house should be a house of prayer for all nations. His actions foreshadow the destruction of the temple in 70 AD and the change in worship to be "in spirit and truth" rather than at a physical temple. The document provides context and analysis of these passages from Mark 11.
Jesus curses a fig tree for not bearing fruit and cleanses the temple, using these acts as visual parables about God's judgment on Israel for their hypocrisy and empty worship. The next day, the disciples see that the fig tree has withered away completely. Jesus' actions show that the temple has become a marketplace rather than a house of prayer, and foreshadow its future destruction when a new way of worshipping God in spirit and truth will come through him.
This is my talk given to the clergy at the study day in the Southwark Cathedral in 2016. It introduces less known aspects of the Gospel of John by a number of references to modern feminist reading of this Gospel. The talk concluded with questions from the audience.
The document provides an overview of several passages from the Gospel of John. It discusses Jesus' interactions with various figures, including Nicodemus, the Samaritan woman at the well, the woman caught in adultery, the man born blind, and Lazarus. It notes key events and teachings in each passage, such as Jesus' proclamation in John 3:16 that God gave his son so that whoever believes in him will have eternal life. The document also compares aspects of John's Gospel to the Synoptic Gospels.
Bible Alive "Faith in the Synoptic Gospels & Acts"BibleAlive
How would one describe faith according to the Synoptic Gospels? Why does Jesus demand faith—why is faith in the Synoptics CRUCIAL? Why is faith, once directed solely to the One God, now also directed to Jesus? See and learn in Jesus’ prayers, parables, and teachings on faith in the Synoptics, the unique relationship this man from Nazareth has with God. Learn also what faith is in Acts of the Apostles and why believers are those who accept the preached Apostolic word and join the community of the faithful. See how faith is all about newness: it sunders links with the past, past religious ties, and especially sin. Discover faith as a personal relationship, and thus subjective, but also embodied in the objective content shared by the community of the faithful.
This document provides an overview of Jesus calling his disciples and apostles according to the Book of Luke. It discusses how Jesus announced he was the Messiah in Luke 4 and his reaction to the people in the synagogue. It then summarizes Jesus calling his first disciples in Luke 5 while they were fishing, telling them to let down their nets where directed and having great success. It defines disciples as followers of Christ and apostles as his special witnesses. It discusses Jesus calling his twelve apostles in Luke 6 and the powers and duties of the apostles according to Matthew 10, including their role in the modern church according to revelations given to Joseph Smith.
Luke 7, Slave doulos, child pais, centurions, authority, Nain, Jesus was not ...Valley Bible Fellowship
Luke Chapter 7, Slave doulos, child pais, centurions, authority, Nain, Jesus was not fearful, John the Baptist or Elijah, the Pharisees rejected God's purpose, a drunkard, religion don't get it, a kiss
This document provides an overview of approaches to studying the New Testament, including the world behind, within, and in front of the text. It discusses author-centered, text-centered, and reader-centered approaches. Several methods of biblical study are explained in brief, including background studies, textual criticism, source criticism, and form criticism. Examples are given analyzing passages from the gospels using these different critical methods.
This document provides a study of Mark 14:12-17, which describes Jesus sending two disciples ahead to prepare for the Passover feast. The author argues that the two disciples were likely women based on several lines of evidence: 1) Mark uses the term "disciple" more broadly than just the Twelve, 2) Women are specifically mentioned in the gospels as providing food for Jesus and his followers, and 3) Food preparation would have been the responsibility of women in Jewish tradition and culture at that time. The author examines the passage in the other synoptic gospels and suggests reasons for variations in the accounts.
Resurrection of Jesus Christ - according to the gospels.pptxMartin M Flynn
Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb, then to the disciples on the road to Emmaus and later in Jerusalem. He commissions them to spread the word of his resurrection. Thomas doubts until he sees Jesus' wounds. Jesus later appears to the disciples by the Sea of Galilee, reminding Peter of his calling and forgiving him, and has breakfast with them.
1. The disciples struggled with limitations like lack of faith, exclusivity, and desire for primacy. Even though they failed at times, Jesus never abandoned them but instead corrected their behavior and guided them on the right path.
2. Jesus taught lessons about avoiding exclusivity and desiring greatness or primacy over others. He used the example of welcoming a child to show they should see themselves as equal.
3. Other issues Jesus addressed included the disciples' lack of faith stemming from insufficient prayer and scripture study. He warned against anxiety over material things and stressed the importance of forgiveness.
This document provides an overview of different approaches to studying and interpreting the New Testament. It discusses examining the world behind the text by studying the historical and cultural context, the text itself through methods like textual criticism and source criticism, and the world within the text using genre analysis and intertextuality. It also addresses the role of the reader and reader-response approaches that consider ideological and identity-related factors. The diagram maps these various dimensions of encountering and approaching the NT.
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The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
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.
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Protector & Destroyer: Agni Dev (The Hindu God of Fire)Exotic India
So let us turn the pages of ancient Indian literature and get to know more about Agni, the mighty purifier of all things, worshipped in Indian culture as a God since the Vedic time.
A Free eBook ~ Valuable LIFE Lessons to Learn ( 5 Sets of Presentations)...OH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 sets of PowerPoint presentations of meaningful stories /Inspirational pieces that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
The Enchantment and Shadows_ Unveiling the Mysteries of Magic and Black Magic...Phoenix O
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It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
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2. A Little Look at a Big Question
On the Disciples’ precursor query to the Olivet Discourse
3. The Synoptic Gospels
The first three Gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke.
“Synoptic” is from the Greek synoptikos, “to see with or
together,” in short, a “common-view.”
Areas of similarity are called “parallel passages.”
One of the longest sections of parallel passages is the so
called Olivet Discourse.
4. The Olivet Discourse
The longest, most significant prophetic speech in the
Gospels.
Found in Matt 24:1–25:46; Mark 13; Luke 21:5–21:50.”
In each Synoptic, it comes after the disciples’ question.
In each Synoptic, the question comes after Jesus’ prophecy.
5. Jesus left the temple and was going away,
when his disciples came to point out to him
the buildings of the temple. But he answered
them, “You see all these, do you not? Truly, I
say to you, there will not be left here one
stone upon another that will not be thrown
down.”
The Lord’s Prophecy (ESV): Matthew 24:1–2
6. And as he came out of the temple, one of his
disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher, what
wonderful stones and what wonderful
buildings!” And Jesus said to him, “Do you
see these great buildings? There will not be
left here one stone upon another that will not
be thrown down.”
The Lord’s Prophecy (ESV): Mark 13:1–2
7. And while some were speaking of the
temple, how it was adorned with noble
stones and offerings, he said, “As for these
things that you see, the days will come when
there will not be left here one stone upon
another that will not be thrown down.”
The Lord’s Prophecy (ESV): Luke 21:5–6
8. Matthew 24:1–2 Jesus left the temple and was going away, when his
disciples came to point out to him the buildings of the temple. But he
answered them, “You see all these, do you not? Truly, I say to
you, there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be
thrown down.”
Mark 13:1–2 And as he came out of the temple, one of his disciples
said to him, “Look, Teacher, what wonderful stones and what wonderful
buildings!” And Jesus said to him, “Do you see these great
buildings? There will not be left here one stone upon another that will
not be thrown down.”
Luke 21:5–6 And while some were speaking of the temple, how it was
adorned with noble stones and offerings, he said, “As for these things
that you see, the days will come when there will not be left here one
stone upon another that will not be thrown down.”
9. The Temple of Jerusalem
Also called the “Second Temple” or “Herod’s Temple.”
Recorded to have taken 46 years to build at John 20:20.
One stone in the retaining wall is nearly 12m long & 362t.
The centrepiece of Jewish social and cultic identity.
10. Jesus’ Temple Prophecy
What does Jesus actually say?
Is this all he said?
Is this literal or figurative?
Was this prophecy accurate?
13. As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the
disciples came to him privately, saying, “Tell
us, when will these things be, and what will
be the sign of your coming and of the end of
the age?”
The Disciples’ question (ESV): Matthew 24:3
14. And as he sat on the Mount of Olives
opposite the temple, Peter and James and
John and Andrew asked him privately, “Tell
us, when will these things be, and what will
be the sign when all these things are about
to be accomplished?”
The Disciples’ question (ESV): Mark 13:3–4
15. And they asked him, “Teacher, when will
these things be, and what will be the sign
when these things are about to take place?.”
The Disciples’ question (ESV): Luke 21:7
16. Matthew 24:3 As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to
him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will
be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”
Mark 13:3–4 And as he sat on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple,
Peter and James and John and Andrew asked him privately, “Tell
us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign when all these
things are about to be accomplished?”
Luke 21:7 And they asked him, “Teacher, when will these things be,
and what will be the sign when these things are about to take place?”
17. The Disciples’ Question(s)
How did the disciples receive Jesus’ statement?
How many of them asked Jesus about it?
How many questions were asked?
Where did they ask and why?
18. Summary
The subject of the disciples’ two-part question was Jesus’
prophecy of the divine destruction of the Temple.
The first part of the question was asking when the Temple
would be destroyed.
The second part of their question was asking what signs from
God would precede the destruction of the Temple.
The Olivet Discourse was the answer to the second part of
their question.
Editor's Notes
[Slide 3: The Synoptic Gospels] _______________________________________
Now, the first of these definitions I want to make sure we all know is the term “Synoptic Gospels” or “Synoptics” for short. [click]
• As you know, there are four Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke & John; the first three are called the “Synoptics.” [click]
• “Synoptic” comes from the Greek adjective synoptikos, which is from two words syn and opsesthai, “to see with or together.” Or, simply, a “common-view.” [click]
• Much of the material in these three concerns the same events in similar order and much of this similar material shares nearly identical wording. The passages with similar events are called “parallel passages.” [click]
• One of the longest sections of parallel passages is the so called Olivet Discourse. [click]
[Slide 4: The Olivet Discourse] ______________________________________
Mark 13 opens with a conversation between Jesus and his disciples* over the Jerusalem Temple. The disciples admire its beauty; Jesus predicts its destruction (see Destruction of Jerusalem); the disciples then inquire about the timing of that event and the “sign” when “all these things” will be fulfilled. A long discourse by Jesus follows, in which are predicted a series of woes (see Blessing and Woe), political disturbances, persecution of believers, an “abomination of desolation” (see below), a time of unprecedented distress and finally the coming of the Son of man.* Interspersed with these are calls for discernment, faithful discipleship,* courageous testimony, endurance and vigilance in the face of deceivers. The last ten verses of the chapter contain two parables* (28–29, 34–36), renewed calls to “watch” (33, 37) and some hotly debated statements about the timing of “these things” (30–32).
T. J. Geddert, “Apocalyptic Teaching,” ed. Joel B. Green and Scot McKnight, Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1992), 21.
The Olivet Discourse is
• The longest, most significant prophetic speech in the Gospels.
• Found in Matt 24:1–25:18; Mark 13:1–14:6; Luke 21:6–21:50.”
• In each Synoptic, it comes after the disciples’ question.
• In each Synoptic, the question comes after Jesus’ prophecy. [click]
John 20:20 - The Jews then said, “It has taken forty-six years to build this temple, and will you raise it up in three days?”
Herod’s work began in 20/19 B.C., and except for matters of detail and added adornment was completed within a decade. Those additional matters, however, occupied the Jews for almost all of the years between c. 10 B.C. and the outbreak of the revolt in A.D. 66, in part by design: Such labor provided jobs for many who would otherwise have been unemployed.
M. O. Wise, “Temple,” ed. Joel B. Green and Scot McKnight, Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels (Downers Grove, IL: IVP, 1992), 812.
Still, it was rebuilt, and when Herod … came to build the structure whose beauty was proverbial throughout the Roman world, practically speaking it was the Temple of Zerubbabel that he tore down and replaced.
Wise, “Temple”, 812.
According to the Ritmyers’ recent study of the archeological remains, the Temple Mount retaining wall measured 1,590 [484m] feet on the west, 1,035 feet [315m] on the north, 1,536 feet [458m] on the east and 912 feet [277m] on the south; it thus approximated a rhomboid equivalent in area to thirty-five [US] football fields.
M. O. Wise, “Temple,” ed. Joel B. Green and Scot McKnight, Dictionary of Jesus and the Gospels (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1992), 812.
Keener: In fact, some of these stones from the retaining wall still remain, and are rather conspicuous, most of them between two and five tons, but one, nearly forty feet long, is close to 400 tons.
Craig S. Keener, The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary. (Grand Rapids, MI; Cambridge, U.K.: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2009), 562.
The great Temple would be razed to the ground.
Conversations in the Bible are not necessarily verbatim.
Not literal, see last slide, to curtail accusations of “prophecy from the event.”
Occurred in AD 70 & documented by a non-Christian eyewitness (Flavius Josephus).
The single greatest verified prophecy in the Bible.
This prophecy would have been simply astonishing to the disciples. Luke expands it to all Jerusalem (Luke 21:24)
vaticinium ex eventu ("prophecy from the event“) // metaphoric allusion (Hag 2:15)?
Keener: Finally, those writing a retroactive prophecy after an event might be more likely to report the prophecy with literalistic accuracy rather than with hyperbole; some stones were left standing on others (Danker 1972: 198; Kaufman 1981: 115; cf. the language of Hag 2:15). In fact, some of these stones from the retaining wall still remain, and are rather conspicuous, most of them between two and five tons, but one, nearly forty feet long, is close to 400 tons. One “prophesying” after the event might have taken better account of the concrete evidence against one’s literal claim (Sanders 1993: 257).
Craig S. Keener, The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary. (Grand Rapids, MI; Cambridge, U.K.: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2009), 562.
1. (1) Now, as soon as the army had no more people to slay or to plunder, because there remained none to be objects of their fury (for they would not have spared any, had there remained any other such work to be done) Caesar gave orders that they should now demolish the entire city and temple, but should leave as many of the towers standing as were of the greatest eminency; that is, Phasaelus, and Hippicus, and Mariamne, and so much of the wall as enclosed the city on the west side. (2) This wall was spared, in order to afford a camp for such as were to lie in garrison; as were the towers also spared, in order to demonstrate to posterity what kind of city it was, and how well fortified, which the Roman valor had subdued; (3) but for all the rest of the wall, it was so thoroughly laid even with the ground by those that dug it up to the foundation, that there was left nothing to make those that came thither believe it had ever been inhabited. (4) This was the end which Jerusalem came to by the madness of those that were for innovations; a city otherwise of great magnificence, and of mighty fame among all mankind.
Flavius Josephus and William Whiston, The Works of Josephus: Complete and Unabridged (Peabody: Hendrickson, 1987), 750.
Sproul: Herod’s temple was magnificent, to say the least. The temple’s stones were as large as sixteen feet [[4.87m - jk]] long and eight feet [[2.43m - jk]] high. In the first century, if there was any building that seemed impregnable, it was the temple in Jerusalem. When Jesus made this prediction, the Jewish people would have considered Him either a lunatic or a prophet endowed with supernatural knowledge.
Sproul, R. C. Are These the Last Days? (Orlando, FL; Sanford, FL: Reformation Trust; Ligonier Ministries, 2014), 5.
Captured soon after Vespasian arrived in A.D. 67 to direct Roman efforts against the revolutionaries, Josephus became a collaborator with the Romans, serving as an interpreter during the siege of Jerusalem. In this Josephus was typical, as the Romans frequently preferred to entice conquered elites to act as their agents, granting in return positions of privilege. Josephus thereby earned the enmity of many Jews. After the war Josephus lived in Rome, where Vespasian granted him a pension and made him a Roman citizen (Josephus Life 76 §422–26).
David P. Nystrom, “Josephus,” ed. Ralph P. Martin and Peter H. Davids, Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its Developments (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 1997), 599.
This prophecy would have been simply astonishing to the disciples.
That it was prophecy – actually going to happen – a singularly momentous event signalling the end of the Mosaic Covenant.
They all had similar questions – Mark mentions Peter, James and John. Why?
Two basic parts of one question – a literary composite question made up of the most important (significant) questions that Jesus answers! That is, the second part is there because Jesus didn’t answer the first, so he told them the next best thing to know about the destruction.
On the Mount of Olives (see Ezek 11:23), in private (seditious talk – Mark 14:55–59)?