Eliphaz the Elite
I. Right to Judge
A. Wisdom/Age-
B. Experience
II. Errors in Judgment
A. Poverty equals punishment
B. No compassion for the hurting
C. Assumes he knows the cause and conclusion of Job’s problems
III. The final Word
A presentation using four biblical experiences from Three books of the bible of experiences we will have in the last days and how we are to react to these circumstances.
Presents how Joseph's encounters in Egypt; the four Hebrews ' triumphs in Babylon and Joshua and Caleb meeting with lack of faith in the camp of Israel can be used to teach us principles of facing the challenges of modern times.
The document provides commentary on Ezekiel 21 from multiple scholars. It begins by explaining that Ezekiel is being told to prophesy directly against Jerusalem, the holy land of Israel, and the temple to make the message clearer. It then analyzes verse by verse, explaining that Ezekiel is being told to sigh in front of the people to show his genuine concern over the coming judgments of the sword of war. The commentators note that both righteous and wicked will be cut off as God's sword comes against the entire land and people of Israel, causing hearts to fail and strength to weaken. The judgment is certainly coming, they cannot be frightened away, and more grievous than feared.
The document provides a timeline of prophets in ancient Israel and Judah from the 9th century BC to the 5th century BC. It lists the major prophets during the kingdoms of Israel in the north and Judah in the south, as well as prophets from other nations. It includes the events of the Assyrian invasion of Israel in 722 BC and the Babylonian captivity of Judah in 586 BC.
God’s Word is a Literal Warning of Literal DestructionBible Preaching
God’s Word is a Literal Warning of Literal Destruction
Text: Eze. 21:13
I. Trials are God’s Warnings
II. Warning of Impending Destruction
Warning about Speech
Warning about Anger
Warning about Pride
Warning about Worry
III. Ignoring the Warning does not Prevent the Destruction
The document provides information about the organization of books in the Old Testament and New Testament of the Bible. It lists the books and historical periods. It also includes summaries and links to video summaries of each of the Minor Prophets. The overall summary is that the document outlines the structure and content of the Bible books, with a focus on summarizing each of the Minor Prophets.
The document provides a summary and analysis of the readings for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time C. It examines the first reading from Amos which warns against complacency, the responsorial Psalm praising God for helping the oppressed, and the Gospel story of the rich man and Lazarus. The second reading from Timothy exhorts Christians to pursue righteousness and keep God's commandments until Christ's return. Overall the document analyzes the lessons around caring for the poor and avoiding selfishness.
Re-routing to joy path #8 is through suffering. It strikes every one of us, somehow, some way. Yet, our redemptive God uses even the very worst that happens to us to bring us, eventually, to a kind of joy that nothing else will produce! Though it is painful, it brings us back to God in a way that nothing else can.
A presentation using four biblical experiences from Three books of the bible of experiences we will have in the last days and how we are to react to these circumstances.
Presents how Joseph's encounters in Egypt; the four Hebrews ' triumphs in Babylon and Joshua and Caleb meeting with lack of faith in the camp of Israel can be used to teach us principles of facing the challenges of modern times.
The document provides commentary on Ezekiel 21 from multiple scholars. It begins by explaining that Ezekiel is being told to prophesy directly against Jerusalem, the holy land of Israel, and the temple to make the message clearer. It then analyzes verse by verse, explaining that Ezekiel is being told to sigh in front of the people to show his genuine concern over the coming judgments of the sword of war. The commentators note that both righteous and wicked will be cut off as God's sword comes against the entire land and people of Israel, causing hearts to fail and strength to weaken. The judgment is certainly coming, they cannot be frightened away, and more grievous than feared.
The document provides a timeline of prophets in ancient Israel and Judah from the 9th century BC to the 5th century BC. It lists the major prophets during the kingdoms of Israel in the north and Judah in the south, as well as prophets from other nations. It includes the events of the Assyrian invasion of Israel in 722 BC and the Babylonian captivity of Judah in 586 BC.
God’s Word is a Literal Warning of Literal DestructionBible Preaching
God’s Word is a Literal Warning of Literal Destruction
Text: Eze. 21:13
I. Trials are God’s Warnings
II. Warning of Impending Destruction
Warning about Speech
Warning about Anger
Warning about Pride
Warning about Worry
III. Ignoring the Warning does not Prevent the Destruction
The document provides information about the organization of books in the Old Testament and New Testament of the Bible. It lists the books and historical periods. It also includes summaries and links to video summaries of each of the Minor Prophets. The overall summary is that the document outlines the structure and content of the Bible books, with a focus on summarizing each of the Minor Prophets.
The document provides a summary and analysis of the readings for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time C. It examines the first reading from Amos which warns against complacency, the responsorial Psalm praising God for helping the oppressed, and the Gospel story of the rich man and Lazarus. The second reading from Timothy exhorts Christians to pursue righteousness and keep God's commandments until Christ's return. Overall the document analyzes the lessons around caring for the poor and avoiding selfishness.
Re-routing to joy path #8 is through suffering. It strikes every one of us, somehow, some way. Yet, our redemptive God uses even the very worst that happens to us to bring us, eventually, to a kind of joy that nothing else will produce! Though it is painful, it brings us back to God in a way that nothing else can.
The document discusses how Christmas is for those who wait. It provides biblical examples of faithful people in the Old Testament who waited for God's salvation and the coming of the Messiah, such as Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary and Joseph. It then gives an overview of the history of Israel from the time of Abraham until Jesus' ministry, noting how God's people had to endure times of waiting during exile, dispersion and captivity. The theme of waiting patiently for God is shown in various psalms and prophets. The document encourages readers to reflect on whether they are able to be satisfied in God even during times of silence, hardship or prolonged waiting.
The document analyzes the question "What aileth thee now?" posed by the prophet Isaiah. It summarizes that the main issues were: 1) the illusion of security from threats, 2) the illusion of finding happiness through reckless pleasure-seeking, and 3) the illusion of self-reliance without relying on God. The question calls the people to recognize these illusions and accept God's invitation to action by turning to him for true security, joy and reliance.
12.12.28 exegesis christmas 1 - isaiah 11.1-5, or 2 samuel 7.1-16, galat...Justin Morris
The document discusses the first Sunday after Christmas and includes scripture readings from Isaiah 11:1-5, Galatians 4:1-7, and Luke 2:(22-32)33-40. It notes that Jesus, the seed of David, has come to fulfill prophecies and redeem mankind from the law. The presentation of Jesus in the temple is mentioned, as well as how he has enlightened believers and allows them to depart in peace upon seeing God's salvation.
The document discusses the differences between the 12 tribes of Israel and the 12 sons of Jacob. It explains that the 12 sons were: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Dan, Naphtali, Gad, Asher, Issachar, Zebulon, Joseph, and Benjamin. However, the tribes that inherited land in Canaan did not exactly match the 12 sons due to Levi receiving no land and Joseph's sons Ephraim and Manasseh each becoming tribes. The document then focuses on the tribes of Ephraim and Dan, explaining how they turned away from God and were judged as a result.
This document provides an overview of Week 3 of a Bible study on the Old Testament. It discusses:
1. The purpose of the study is to give a practical, historical overview of the OT emphasizing God's unfolding plan of salvation through His covenants with Israel and their fulfillment in Jesus.
2. It outlines 12 major events in the OT and discusses the Abrahamic covenant where God promises to make Abraham's descendants a great nation and bless all people through them.
3. It explains that the Mosaic covenant that established Israel's laws is different than the unconditional Abrahamic covenant and was meant for Jews under the Old Covenant theocracy rather than Christians today. Moral laws are universal but others
The document discusses several biblical passages. It describes how Joseph's brothers were jealous of him because their father loved him more and he had dreams that his brothers would bow down to him. They conspired to kill Joseph but instead sold him into slavery. The document also discusses how James teaches that fighting and quarrels come from selfish desires and wanting our own way rather than submitting to God, and encourages believers to humble themselves before God.
12.12.14 exegesis advent 3 - is. 40.1-11, 1 cor 4.1-5, mat 11.2-11, ps 85Justin Morris
John the Baptizer Points Everyone to the Messiah
John the Baptizer prepares the way for the Messiah by calling people to repentance. From prison, John asks Jesus if He is the coming one, and Jesus' works bear witness that He is. A new prophet like Moses will be raised up, and whoever does not listen to his words will be judged. Mary visits Elizabeth and shares how the Lord has brought down the mighty and exalted the lowly through His servant Israel. Believers are called to rejoice in the Lord always and let their reasonableness be known as the Lord's works are great.
1) Ezekiel's vision of dry bones being brought back to life by God's breath symbolizes Israel's restoration. God promises to open their graves, raise them from death, and bring them back to their homeland where they will know God.
2) 1 John affirms that faith in Jesus as the Son of God overcomes the world. The Spirit testifies that Jesus is the Son of God through his coming by water and blood.
3) Thomas doubts the resurrection until he sees Jesus' wounds, but Jesus invites faith without demanding proof. Believing without seeing brings life.
The passage points to John the Baptizer as one who directs people's attention away from himself and to the coming Messiah. It references scriptures about a prophet like Moses who will speak God's words, as well as Mary's visit with Elizabeth and her song magnifying God. John testifies that while he baptizes with water, one greater than him is coming who John is unworthy even to untie his sandal strap.
The document discusses the role of disciples from both secular and sacred perspectives. It compares disciples to mercenaries and missionaries, exploring both similarities and differences. Disciples are defined as followers who help spread and accept the teachings of another. The document examines examples of disciples throughout history, including those involved in the American Revolution and Christian faith, discussing what they sacrificed and how some defected or died for their cause.
Pharaoh had a dream of seven fat cows being eaten by seven thin cows, and another of seven full ears of grain being swallowed by seven thin ears, which Joseph interpreted as seven coming years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. Joseph advised Pharaoh to appoint overseers to collect and store 20% of the harvest during plenty to provide food for the coming famine. Pharaoh recognized Joseph's wisdom and put him in charge of preparing for the famine.
A reminder of what the Cross really mean. At the cross we find Forgiveness, Grace, Healing, Love and Mercy. Leave sin at the cross where it belongs and accept JESUS The CHRIST today and this upcoming Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter / Resurrection Sunday. Allow Salvation to come into your home today.
Joseph is falsely imprisoned for many years but remains faithful to God. While in prison, God gives Joseph favor with the prison warden and puts him in charge. Joseph interprets dreams of fellow prisoners, which are later fulfilled. He asks to be remembered by the chief cupbearer, who later introduces Joseph to Pharaoh when he is released from prison after two years. The sermon discusses how Joseph was able to endure his dark times through trusting God, defining success through glorifying Him, and finding hope in God's promises. Christians are called to redefine success as serving God and others, and to trust God even when His plans are unclear.
Introduction To Tithing - Dr. David A. Croteautithingstudy
What is tithing? New Testament Scholar Dr. David A. Croteau , after spending countless hours in researching about tithing presents - Introduction to tithing.
Dr. Croteau did dissertation in tithing!
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on February 17, 2019. The sermon discusses Joseph's time in prison as recorded in Genesis 39-41 and draws parallels to Jesus experiencing darkness on the cross. Some key points made include: 1) Joseph honored God and found success in his work while imprisoned; 2) God uses dark times in our lives for good; and 3) Jesus experienced the darkness of God's wrath on the cross so that he could take our darkness upon himself. The sermon encourages believers to have hope even in dark times by trusting God.
This document provides an overview of the biblical book of Obadiah, which prophesies God's judgment against Edom for mistreating Israel. It discusses the historical context of Edom and its people, the Edomites, highlighting their pride and mistreatment of Jacob. The prophecy predicts Edom's destruction and Israel's restoration. It also references Obadiah's prophecies relating to the end times, the Great Tribulation, and Christ's millennial reign, taking an premillennial, pretribulational perspective. The document aims to apply the warning against pride to contemporary audiences.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Revelation 7:1-17. It discusses:
1) Four angels holding back the four winds from harming the earth until God's servants are sealed. This echoes Ezekiel where angels marked the foreheads of the righteous before judgment fell on Jerusalem.
2) 144,000 are sealed, 12,000 from each of the 12 tribes of Israel. However, this is symbolic as there were actually 13 tribes and the numbers represent all of God's people being protected.
3) A great multitude from every nation stands before God's throne, showing God's people include gentiles, not just Israelites. The numbers are used to reassure readers that God will preserve and protect
This document discusses the origins and scriptural basis of Christian beliefs about the death and resurrection of Jesus. [1] It examines passages from 1 Corinthians that reference traditions handed down from the early church about the Last Supper and Jesus' death for sins. [2] It analyzes how these traditions align with passages from Isaiah describing a suffering servant who would bear the sins of many. [3] The document suggests these "Servant Songs" in Isaiah helped form the early church's understanding of Jesus' death and resurrection on the third day, as foretold in scripture.
This document contains multiple Bible passages that discuss figures like Jannes and Jambres who resisted Moses, prophecies about perilous times to come, and warnings about wickedness, disobedience, and being lukewarm in faith. It encourages seeking God and obeying him out of love rather than just following rules.
The document discusses how Christmas is for those who wait. It provides biblical examples of faithful people in the Old Testament who waited for God's salvation and the coming of the Messiah, such as Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary and Joseph. It then gives an overview of the history of Israel from the time of Abraham until Jesus' ministry, noting how God's people had to endure times of waiting during exile, dispersion and captivity. The theme of waiting patiently for God is shown in various psalms and prophets. The document encourages readers to reflect on whether they are able to be satisfied in God even during times of silence, hardship or prolonged waiting.
The document analyzes the question "What aileth thee now?" posed by the prophet Isaiah. It summarizes that the main issues were: 1) the illusion of security from threats, 2) the illusion of finding happiness through reckless pleasure-seeking, and 3) the illusion of self-reliance without relying on God. The question calls the people to recognize these illusions and accept God's invitation to action by turning to him for true security, joy and reliance.
12.12.28 exegesis christmas 1 - isaiah 11.1-5, or 2 samuel 7.1-16, galat...Justin Morris
The document discusses the first Sunday after Christmas and includes scripture readings from Isaiah 11:1-5, Galatians 4:1-7, and Luke 2:(22-32)33-40. It notes that Jesus, the seed of David, has come to fulfill prophecies and redeem mankind from the law. The presentation of Jesus in the temple is mentioned, as well as how he has enlightened believers and allows them to depart in peace upon seeing God's salvation.
The document discusses the differences between the 12 tribes of Israel and the 12 sons of Jacob. It explains that the 12 sons were: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Dan, Naphtali, Gad, Asher, Issachar, Zebulon, Joseph, and Benjamin. However, the tribes that inherited land in Canaan did not exactly match the 12 sons due to Levi receiving no land and Joseph's sons Ephraim and Manasseh each becoming tribes. The document then focuses on the tribes of Ephraim and Dan, explaining how they turned away from God and were judged as a result.
This document provides an overview of Week 3 of a Bible study on the Old Testament. It discusses:
1. The purpose of the study is to give a practical, historical overview of the OT emphasizing God's unfolding plan of salvation through His covenants with Israel and their fulfillment in Jesus.
2. It outlines 12 major events in the OT and discusses the Abrahamic covenant where God promises to make Abraham's descendants a great nation and bless all people through them.
3. It explains that the Mosaic covenant that established Israel's laws is different than the unconditional Abrahamic covenant and was meant for Jews under the Old Covenant theocracy rather than Christians today. Moral laws are universal but others
The document discusses several biblical passages. It describes how Joseph's brothers were jealous of him because their father loved him more and he had dreams that his brothers would bow down to him. They conspired to kill Joseph but instead sold him into slavery. The document also discusses how James teaches that fighting and quarrels come from selfish desires and wanting our own way rather than submitting to God, and encourages believers to humble themselves before God.
12.12.14 exegesis advent 3 - is. 40.1-11, 1 cor 4.1-5, mat 11.2-11, ps 85Justin Morris
John the Baptizer Points Everyone to the Messiah
John the Baptizer prepares the way for the Messiah by calling people to repentance. From prison, John asks Jesus if He is the coming one, and Jesus' works bear witness that He is. A new prophet like Moses will be raised up, and whoever does not listen to his words will be judged. Mary visits Elizabeth and shares how the Lord has brought down the mighty and exalted the lowly through His servant Israel. Believers are called to rejoice in the Lord always and let their reasonableness be known as the Lord's works are great.
1) Ezekiel's vision of dry bones being brought back to life by God's breath symbolizes Israel's restoration. God promises to open their graves, raise them from death, and bring them back to their homeland where they will know God.
2) 1 John affirms that faith in Jesus as the Son of God overcomes the world. The Spirit testifies that Jesus is the Son of God through his coming by water and blood.
3) Thomas doubts the resurrection until he sees Jesus' wounds, but Jesus invites faith without demanding proof. Believing without seeing brings life.
The passage points to John the Baptizer as one who directs people's attention away from himself and to the coming Messiah. It references scriptures about a prophet like Moses who will speak God's words, as well as Mary's visit with Elizabeth and her song magnifying God. John testifies that while he baptizes with water, one greater than him is coming who John is unworthy even to untie his sandal strap.
The document discusses the role of disciples from both secular and sacred perspectives. It compares disciples to mercenaries and missionaries, exploring both similarities and differences. Disciples are defined as followers who help spread and accept the teachings of another. The document examines examples of disciples throughout history, including those involved in the American Revolution and Christian faith, discussing what they sacrificed and how some defected or died for their cause.
Pharaoh had a dream of seven fat cows being eaten by seven thin cows, and another of seven full ears of grain being swallowed by seven thin ears, which Joseph interpreted as seven coming years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. Joseph advised Pharaoh to appoint overseers to collect and store 20% of the harvest during plenty to provide food for the coming famine. Pharaoh recognized Joseph's wisdom and put him in charge of preparing for the famine.
A reminder of what the Cross really mean. At the cross we find Forgiveness, Grace, Healing, Love and Mercy. Leave sin at the cross where it belongs and accept JESUS The CHRIST today and this upcoming Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter / Resurrection Sunday. Allow Salvation to come into your home today.
Joseph is falsely imprisoned for many years but remains faithful to God. While in prison, God gives Joseph favor with the prison warden and puts him in charge. Joseph interprets dreams of fellow prisoners, which are later fulfilled. He asks to be remembered by the chief cupbearer, who later introduces Joseph to Pharaoh when he is released from prison after two years. The sermon discusses how Joseph was able to endure his dark times through trusting God, defining success through glorifying Him, and finding hope in God's promises. Christians are called to redefine success as serving God and others, and to trust God even when His plans are unclear.
Introduction To Tithing - Dr. David A. Croteautithingstudy
What is tithing? New Testament Scholar Dr. David A. Croteau , after spending countless hours in researching about tithing presents - Introduction to tithing.
Dr. Croteau did dissertation in tithing!
This document provides a summary of a sermon given at First Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi on February 17, 2019. The sermon discusses Joseph's time in prison as recorded in Genesis 39-41 and draws parallels to Jesus experiencing darkness on the cross. Some key points made include: 1) Joseph honored God and found success in his work while imprisoned; 2) God uses dark times in our lives for good; and 3) Jesus experienced the darkness of God's wrath on the cross so that he could take our darkness upon himself. The sermon encourages believers to have hope even in dark times by trusting God.
This document provides an overview of the biblical book of Obadiah, which prophesies God's judgment against Edom for mistreating Israel. It discusses the historical context of Edom and its people, the Edomites, highlighting their pride and mistreatment of Jacob. The prophecy predicts Edom's destruction and Israel's restoration. It also references Obadiah's prophecies relating to the end times, the Great Tribulation, and Christ's millennial reign, taking an premillennial, pretribulational perspective. The document aims to apply the warning against pride to contemporary audiences.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Revelation 7:1-17. It discusses:
1) Four angels holding back the four winds from harming the earth until God's servants are sealed. This echoes Ezekiel where angels marked the foreheads of the righteous before judgment fell on Jerusalem.
2) 144,000 are sealed, 12,000 from each of the 12 tribes of Israel. However, this is symbolic as there were actually 13 tribes and the numbers represent all of God's people being protected.
3) A great multitude from every nation stands before God's throne, showing God's people include gentiles, not just Israelites. The numbers are used to reassure readers that God will preserve and protect
This document discusses the origins and scriptural basis of Christian beliefs about the death and resurrection of Jesus. [1] It examines passages from 1 Corinthians that reference traditions handed down from the early church about the Last Supper and Jesus' death for sins. [2] It analyzes how these traditions align with passages from Isaiah describing a suffering servant who would bear the sins of many. [3] The document suggests these "Servant Songs" in Isaiah helped form the early church's understanding of Jesus' death and resurrection on the third day, as foretold in scripture.
This document contains multiple Bible passages that discuss figures like Jannes and Jambres who resisted Moses, prophecies about perilous times to come, and warnings about wickedness, disobedience, and being lukewarm in faith. It encourages seeking God and obeying him out of love rather than just following rules.
This document provides an exhortation and summary of 1 Peter 5. It begins by summarizing the chapter's exhortation to elders to feed the flock willingly and not lord over them. It then summarizes the call for younger members to submit to elders and be humble. The rest discusses God's goal to exalt the humble after they suffer awhile and provides examples from Exodus of Israel's rebellion in the wilderness despite God delivering them from Egypt.
This document provides an exhortation and summary of 1 Peter 5. It begins by summarizing the chapter's exhortation to elders to feed the flock willingly and not lord over them. It then summarizes the call for younger members to submit to elders and be humble. The rest discusses God's goal to exalt the humble after they suffer awhile and provides examples from Exodus of Israel's rebellion in the wilderness despite God delivering them from Egypt.
The document contains Amos' visions of judgment from God against Israel for their sins. It begins with visions of locusts and fire destroying the land. Another vision uses a plumb line to show how Israel has not kept straight with God. A priest opposes Amos' message, but Amos insists he is only prophesying what God has called him to say. Further visions depict a basket of ripe fruit indicating the time for judgment, and doorposts shaking to signify God's verdict. The document ends with promises of restoration if Israel turns from sin.
The document contains Amos' visions of judgment from God against Israel for their sins. It begins with visions of locusts and fire destroying the land. Another vision uses a plumb line to show how Israel has not kept straight with God. A priest opposes Amos' message, but Amos insists he is only prophesying what God has called him to say. Further visions depict a basket of ripe fruit indicating the time for judgment, and doorposts shaking to signify God's verdict. The document ends with promises of restoration if Israel turns from sin.
This document discusses the importance of not remaining silent when witnessing injustice or sin, and the responsibilities of church leaders to address issues rather than ignore them. It provides several biblical examples of individuals like Jesus, John the Baptist, Phinehas, Ezra, and Jeremiah who spoke out against wrongdoing despite facing opposition or risk to their lives. The document also discusses how fear, pressure, and selfishness can lead people to remain silent instead of acting or speaking when they should. Overall, it argues that silence in the face of injustice makes one complicit and perverts justice, while speaking the truth in love and humility is the righteous path.
Thirteen Thirteens- The Rebel’s Coat of Many ColorsBible Preaching
Thirteen Thirteens- The Rebel’s Coat of Many Colors
Exod 13:13
Here are 13 passages that expose the Rebel’s clever disguise to contend with God.
1. The Stubborn Rebel
God has got your number.
2. The Opportunist Rebel
3. The Oblivious Rebel
4. The Compartmentalizing Rebel
5. The Controlling Rebel
6. The Pagan Rebel
7. The Procrastinating Rebel
8. The Persistent Rebel
9. The Impatient Rebel
10. The Passionate Rebel
11. The Partnership Rebel
12. The Part-time Rebel
13. The Unprotected Rebel
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 discusses biblical passages related to hair, head coverings, and prophesying. It argues that a woman should have her head covered based on passages in 1 Corinthians 11 stating that a man's head is Christ and a woman's head is man. It then discusses passages related to judging righteously and examples from Jeremiah of cutting hair and lamenting. The document argues that a city represents a woman and cites passages referring to Babylon, Jerusalem, and the beast from Revelation. It concludes with discussions of double blessings/cursing and duties based on passages from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Isaiah and other books.
The obedient servant - Isaiah 49:1-7, 50, 52, 53Linus Daniel
The Ethiopian question
Call of Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Jesus
The obedience of the Messiah
Salvation through the Messiah through obedience
Interpretation framework
Was the Servant's sacrifice a
Human sacrifice?
Substitution/Representation?
Blood?
God died on the cross?
Obsessed with Justice? Sin needs punishment!
Salvation by example?
The document discusses overcoming fear through having a close relationship with God. It encourages enlarging one's vision, strengthening resolve, and not being afraid as God will be with believers. It suggests communicating with God daily through prayer, worship, and reading the Bible. Choosing God over the world and having faith, not fear, are keys to pleasing God and receiving his promises. Hidden sins can damage relationships with God and create fear, so confession and repentance are important.
The document contains four passages from the book of Isaiah in the English Standard Version translation. It also contains summaries of those same passages from the Targum and the Isaiah Scroll found among the Dead Sea Scrolls. The passages discuss servants who will bring justice and salvation. They describe a servant who will not cry out or break the bruised reed, and who will establish justice on earth. They also describe a suffering servant who is despised and afflicted yet bears the sins of many.
The War: God vs Evil
The Wickedness of Evil
I. The Mind Matters
II. Actions Attract Attention
III. Reinforcements Are on The Way
IV. The Deception of The Wicked
V. Spy Can Be Spotted
VI. The Uniform of The Enemy
The document discusses the commandments of God and the end-time remnant who will keep them. It notes that the commandments were originally given to Israel at Mount Sinai but that under the new covenant, God's law will be written on the heart rather than tablets of stone. It explores why some Christians struggle to keep God's commandments and asserts that true love for God will lead believers to obey his law. The remnant are described as having God's law in their hearts through his transforming power so that they can fulfill its requirements.
I. God inflicts judgment for sins both immediately and after long periods of time. Sometimes the punishment fits the crime directly, as when King Adonibezek was maimed in the same way he had maimed others.
II. Judgments are meant to convey warnings about both present and future suffering. Adonibezek recognizes God's judgment on him as fitting retaliation for his own actions.
III. God's judgment may also be seen through the suffering of the innocent caused by others' sins, like the people slain by Judah for the sins of the Canaanites.
Moses is instructed by God to have each Israelite tribe bring a rod or staff to the Tabernacle. The name of each tribe's leader is to be written on their rod. Aaron's rod, representing the tribe of Levi, is also brought. God declares that the rod of the tribe he has chosen for the priesthood will bud overnight while the others remain unchanged. This miracle is intended to put an end to the murmurings and disputes among the Israelites over which tribe should be given the priesthood. The next day, only Aaron's rod has budded, flowering almonds and confirming his tribe's role as the priests of Israel.
The document discusses overcoming fear through having a close relationship with God. It encourages enlarging one's vision, strengthening resolve, and not being afraid as God will be with believers. It highlights how Joshua overcame fear by learning from Moses' example of walking closely with God. It emphasizes choosing God over the world by having faith in Him through prayer, God's word, and making Him the priority in decisions. Sin creates fear but confessing and repenting restores fellowship with God.
The document discusses overcoming fear through having a close relationship with God. It encourages enlarging one's vision, strengthening resolve, and not being afraid as God will be with believers. It highlights how Joshua overcame fear by learning from Moses' example of walking closely with God. It emphasizes communicating with God daily through prayer, worship, and his word to develop friendship with him and make him part of every decision. Choosing God means not fearing people or circumstances because he is for believers. Faith and fear cannot coexist, and faith comes from God's word.
apparent contradiction in the bible Ahaziah.pdfBible Preaching
Ahaziah was anointed to be king of Judah at age 22 but did not sit on the throne until age 42. He was the son of Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, but also considered the son-in-law of Ahab, king of Israel, through marriage to one of Ahab's daughters or Jehoram's daughters. There is evidence that Ahaziah had a joint reign with both Jehoshaphat and Ahab prior to becoming sole king of Judah due to the political alliances between their kingdoms.
The Power of Permission
I. The Permission of Light
Matt 5:15-16
II. The Permission of Submission
Phil 2:5
III. The Permission of Constraint
Phil 4:5
IV. The Permission of Peace
Col 3:15
V. The Permission of Authority
Col 3:16
Conclusion-
The admonition is a man must
Put a prohibition on the acquisition
of human intuition and ambition
and be in submission to
the new creature’s position
by giving exhibition to the scriptures
definition of acceptable permission.
Isaac grows old and his eyes dim, so he asks his son Esau to hunt venison so he can bless him before death. Rebekah overhears and tricks Isaac into blessing Jacob instead by disguising him as Esau. When Esau discovers this, he vows to kill Jacob after Isaac's death. Rebekah sends Jacob away to her brother Laban's house to avoid Esau's wrath until his anger subsides. The document examines themes of sight, struggle, and separation within the passage and concludes that true comfort comes through sanctification by the Holy Spirit rather than human schemes.
Isaac sowed crops and received a hundredfold return, prospering greatly with flocks, herds, and servants. However, the Philistines grew envious and stopped up wells dug by Isaac's father. Abimelech told Isaac to leave, so he moved and redug the wells, persevering despite opposition. Through patience, diligence, and recognizing God's blessings, Isaac retained prosperity and found peace at Rehoboth. The document examines the proper means to prosperity through effort, God's favor, enduring hardship patiently, and gratitude.
“So” Nehemiah
1. The “So” of Prayer- Nehemiah 2:4
“So I prayed”
2. The “So” of Purpose- Nehemiah 2:11
“So I came”
3. The “So” of Plod- Nehemiah 4:6,10,18,21
“So we built”
4. The “So” of Persistence- Nehemiah 6:3
“So that I cannot”
5. The “So” of Perfection- Nehemiah 6:15
“So the wall was finished”
6. The “So” of Personality- Nehemiah 5:15
“So did I”
7. The “So” of Power- Nehemiah 8:11
“So the Levites stilled all the people”
Conclusion:
Small words have their position as do seemingly insignificant people;
So take Nehemiah’s example and apply yourself to your position as God accomplishes His mission.
“So” Nehemiah
1. The “So” of Prayer- Nehemiah 2:4
“So I prayed”
2. The “So” of Purpose- Nehemiah 2:11
“So I came”
3. The “So” of Plod- Nehemiah 4:6,10,18,21
“So we built”
4. The “So” of Persistence- Nehemiah 6:3
“So that I cannot”
5. The “So” of Perfection- Nehemiah 6:15
“So the wall was finished”
6. The “So” of Personality- Nehemiah 5:15
“So did I”
7. The “So” of Power- Nehemiah 8:11
“So the Levites stilled all the people”
Conclusion:
Small words have their position as do seemingly insignificant people;
So take Nehemiah’s example and apply yourself to your position as God accomplishes His mission.
ISAAC FACING FAMINE
TEXT: GEN 26:1-11
I. FALSEHOOD- VS 7, 8
A CONVENIENT LIE FOR ISAAC.
II. FRUITION- VS8
A SUCCESSFUL DECEPTION
III. FOUNDATION- VS10
THE SIN OF SELF-JUSTIFICATION
IV. FORBEARANCE- VS11
THE MERCY OF GOD.
THE WAY OF ESAU
I. SELF-WILLED- 27
PROVIDER
PRUDENT
POPULAR
II. SELF-SUFFICIENT- 29, 30
DEMANDING
DECEIVED
III. SELF-RIGHTEOUS
VALUE
VANITY
CONCLUSION: SAFETY
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1. The Waiting - Describes Isaac praying for 20 years for children like Abraham waited.
2. The Wondering - References Rebekah wondering what was happening in her body as the twins struggled.
3. The Warring - Discusses the twins (Jacob and Esau) warring in the womb and foreshadowing their relationship, with the younger serving the older.
4. Conclusion - States that for Christians, every day is a day to reckon or account for, like
This document discusses the life of Isaac based on passages from the Bible. It is divided into three sections:
I. Leaving - Discussing Isaac after the death of his father Abraham.
II. Receiving - How God blessed Isaac after Abraham's death.
III. Residing - Mentions Isaac resided by the well Lahairoi, the same place where Hagar met an angel and where Isaac lived when he married Rebekah.
The document uses Isaac's life to draw parallels about having strength in times of loss and how God provides for those who trust in him.
PHONY PROPHETS FOR PROFIT
TEXT: 2PET 2:1-3
I. COUNTERFEIT PREACHER.
2PET 2:1
II. CORRUPT PHILOSOPHY
2PET 2:2
III. COVETOUS PLEBES
2PET 2:3
CONCLUSION- A PRODUCT TO PLUNDER
2PET 2:3
HOW SHALL WE SING THE LORD'S SONG IN A STRANGE LAND
TEXT: PS 137:4
I. BY SEEING THE WAY AHEAD IS THE WAY FORWARD.
EXOD 14:10, 15
II. BY SEEING PAST MIRACLES AS PROBABLE FOR PRESENT PROBLEMS.
MARK 6:47-52
III. BY REPRIMANDING YOUR HUMAN MIND.
2COR 1:8-10
CONCLUSION-
ONLY A MIND SUPERIOR TO THIS WORLD CAN “SING THE LORD’S SONG IN A STRANGE LAND”.
A PRAYER FOR COMPREHENSION
TEXT: PS 119:18
I. OPEN
Matt 13:13
2Cor 4:4
Ps 19:1-2
John 3:3
1Pet 1:23
Isa 29:10-12
Eph 1:17-18
II. THOU
Ps 119:130
Jer 15:16
III. WONDROUS THINGS
Jer 6:10
Ps 119:95-97
Heb 8:5
Heb 10:1
CONCLUSION
HOS 8:12
1COR 2:9-10
Ps 119:18
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Rebekah is presented as a type of the Christian church in the Old Testament. Some key points:
1) Rebekah is a Gentile who marries Isaac, representing Christians (Gentiles) joining with Christ (promised seed).
2) She is called out of her homeland and family to follow Abraham's servant to marry Isaac, representing Christians being called out of the world.
3) She believes and follows in faith without seeing Isaac first, representing the Christian's faith in an unseen God.
4) She accepts the proposal brought to her by Abraham's servant, representing Christians accepting the offer of salvation brought by the Holy Spirit.
5) The gifts given to her fore
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When Etiquette Interrupts the Party
TEXT: GEN 21:8-19
I. PRESUMPTION
A. WEANING- GEN 21:8
Rom 12:15-16
Isa 28:9-10
2Thess 3:10
B. WOUNDING- GEN 21:9
Prov 20:11
Luke 6:44
Matt 7:20
Matt 7:1
1Cor 8:12-13
Gal 4:28-29
II. CORRECTION
A. WANDERING- GEN 21:14
Gen 16:9
Eph 5:3-4
Gen 26:8
B. WANTING- GEN 21:15
Gen 21:14
Gen 16:10
1Cor 10:13
C. WHINING- GEN 21:16
III. INSTRUCTION
A. WHY- GEN 21:17
Gen 16:13
2Cor 4:9
Eccl 12:1
B. WHERE- GEN 21:17
Ps 40:1-2
Ps 66:18
Gen 21:17
C. WATER- GEN 21:19
Gen 16:13
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1. Eliphaz the
Elite
I. Right to Judge
A. Wisdom/Age
Job 4
1 Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered
and said,
Gen 36:15 These were dukes of the sons of
Esau: the sons of Eliphaz the firstborn son
of Esau; duke Teman, duke Omar, duke
Zepho, duke Kenaz,
2. Job 42:7 And it was so, that after the LORD
had spoken these words unto Job, the
LORD said to Eliphaz the Temanite, My
wrath is kindled against thee, and against
thy two friends: for ye have not spoken of
me the thing that is right, as my servant
Job hath.
Jer 49:7 Concerning Edom, thus saith the
LORD of hosts; Is wisdom no more in
Teman? is counsel perished from the
prudent? is their wisdom vanished?
Right to Judge
A. Wisdom/Age
B. Experience
His expertise rests on a mysterious
experience.
3. Job 4:12-16 12 Now a thing was secretly
brought to me, and mine ear received a
little thereof.
13 In thoughts from the visions of the
night, when deep sleep falleth on men,
14 Fear came upon me, and trembling,
which made all my bones to shake.
15 Then a spirit passed before my face;
the hair of my flesh stood up:
16 It stood still, but I could not discern the
form thereof: an image was before mine
eyes, there was silence, and I heard a
voice, saying,
Did a spirit ever pass before Job's face?
Did Job's hair of his flesh ever stand up?
4. Then let Job be meek while the superior
as Eliphaz declares the causes of Job’s
misfortunes.
Eliphaz says many true things but he
remains hard and cruel, a dignitary who
must be heard because of one
remarkable experience.
I. Right to Judge
A. Wisdom/Age-
B. Experience
II. Errors in Judgment
A. Poverty equals punishment
Job 4
5. 7 Remember, I pray thee, who ever
perished, being innocent? or where were
the righteous cut off?
David-
Ps 71:20 Thou, which hast shewed me
great and sore troubles, shalt quicken
me again, and shalt bring me up again
from the depths of the earth.
Messiah-
Isaiah
Isa 53:3 He is despised and rejected of
men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted
with grief: and we hid as it were our faces
from him; he was despised, and we
esteemed him not.
6. Isa 53:4 Surely he hath borne our griefs,
and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem
him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted.
Daniel
Dan 9:26 And after threescore and two
weeks shall Messiah be cut off, but not for
himself: and the people of the prince that
shall come shall destroy the city and the
sanctuary; and the end thereof shall be with
a flood, and unto the end of the war
desolations are determined.
Jesus
Mark 9:12 And he answered and told them,
Elias verily cometh first, and restoreth all
things; and how it is written of the Son of
man, that he must suffer many things,
and be set at nought.
7. Paul-
Acts 28:4 And when the barbarians saw
the venomous beast hang on his hand,
they said among themselves, No doubt
this man is a murderer, whom, though
he hath escaped the sea, yet vengeance
suffereth not to live.
2Cor 4:9 Persecuted, but not forsaken;
cast down, but not destroyed;
2Cor 6:9 As unknown, and yet well
known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as
chastened, and not killed;
The godly often suffer while the wicked
prosper.
8. Cain/Abel
Gen 4:8 And Cain talked with Abel his
brother: and it came to pass, when they
were in the field, that Cain rose up
against Abel his brother, and slew
him.
Gen 4:10 And he said, What hast thou
done? the voice of thy brother's blood
crieth unto me from the ground.
In Job’s day
Job 12:5-6 5 He that is ready to slip
with his feet is as a lamp despised in the
thought of him that is at ease.
6 The tabernacles of robbers prosper,
and they that provoke God are secure;
into whose hand God bringeth
abundantly.
9. Job 21:7 Wherefore do the wicked live,
become old, yea, are mighty in power?
In David’s day
Ps 73:3 For I was envious at the foolish,
when I saw the prosperity of the
wicked.
Ps 73:12 Behold, these are the ungodly,
who prosper in the world; they increase
in riches.
Saints at times are “killed all the day
long,” and their “blood shed like water”.
Ps 44:22 Yea, for thy sake are we killed all
the day long; we are counted as sheep for
the slaughter.
10. Ps 79:3 Their blood have they shed like
water round about Jerusalem; and there
was none to bury them.
Heb 11:36 36 And others had trial of cruel
mockings and scourgings, yea, moreover of
bonds and imprisonment:
37 They were stoned, they were sawn
asunder, were tempted, were slain with the
sword: they wandered about in sheepskins
and goatskins; being destitute, afflicted,
tormented;
II. Errors in Judgment
A. Poverty equals punishment
B. No compassion for the hurting
Job 4
11. 7 Remember, I pray thee, who ever
perished, being innocent? or where were
the righteous cut off?
8 Even as I have seen, they that plow
iniquity, and sow wickedness, reap the
same.
Dan 11:33 And they that understand
among the people shall instruct many: yet
they shall fall by the sword, and by flame,
by captivity, and by spoil, many days.
Proper scripture but wrong application:
Prov 6:17 A proud look, a lying tongue,
and hands that shed innocent blood,
Isa 59:5 They hatch cockatrice' eggs,
and weave the spider's web: he that
eateth of their eggs dieth, and that
12. which is crushed breaketh out into a
viper.
Jer 9:5 And they will deceive every one
his neighbour, and will not speak the
truth: they have taught their tongue to
speak lies, and weary themselves to
commit iniquity.
Isa 33:1 Woe to thee that spoilest, and
thou wast not spoiled; and dealest
treacherously, and they dealt not
treacherously with thee! when thou
shalt cease to spoil, thou shalt be
spoiled; and when thou shalt make an
end to deal treacherously, they shall
deal treacherously with thee.
Rev 13:10 He that leadeth into captivity
shall go into captivity: he that killeth
13. with the sword must be killed with the
sword. Here is the patience and the faith
of the saints.
Matt 7:2 For with what judgment ye
judge, ye shall be judged: and with what
measure ye mete, it shall be measured
to you again.
Jas 2:13 For he shall have judgment
without mercy, that hath shewed no
mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against
judgment.
II. Errors in Judgment
A. Poverty equals punishment
B. No compassion for the hurting
14. C. Assumes he knows the cause and
conclusion of Job’s problems
Job 4
9 By the blast of God they perish, and by
the breath of his nostrils are they
consumed.
Eliphaz preaches to convict Job and identify
him with the “wicked”. Truth misapplied
assumes the effect of error.
Job 4
10 The roaring of the lion, and the voice of
the fierce lion, and the teeth of the young
lions, are broken.
“Lions” are used in Scripture as the symbol
of cruel men.
15. Ps 57:4 My soul is among lions: and I lie
even among them that are set on fire,
even the sons of men, whose teeth
are spears and arrows, and their tongue
a sharp sword.
Jer 1:17 Thou therefore gird up thy
loins, and arise, and speak unto them all
that I command thee: be not dismayed
at their faces, lest I confound thee
before them.
Zeph 3:3 Her princes within her are
roaring lions; her judges are evening
wolves; they gnaw not the bones till the
morrow.
Nero-
16. 2Tim 4:17 Notwithstanding the Lord
stood with me, and strengthened me;
that by me the preaching might be fully
known, and that all the Gentiles might
hear: and I was delivered out of the
mouth of the lion.
Job 4
11 The old lion perisheth for lack of prey,
and the stout lion's whelps are scattered
abroad.
The lion’s whelps give illusion to the death
of Job’s children as a cure on Job’s life from
God.
Job 4
15 Then a spirit passed before my face; the
hair of my flesh stood up:
17. 16 It stood still, but I could not discern the
form thereof: an image was before mine
eyes, there was silence, and I heard a voice,
saying,
17 Shall mortal man be more just than
God? shall a man be more pure than his
maker?
This is the cconstant aim of Job’s “friends,”
to bring him down from his perfection,
because then a simple answer can be
found. (Psa. 62:4)
Ps 62:4 They only consult to cast him
down from his excellency: they delight
in lies: they bless with their mouth, but
they curse inwardly. Selah.
II. Errors in Judgment
A. Poverty equals punishment
18. B. No compassion for the hurting
C. Assumes he knows the cause and
conclusion of Job’s problems
III. The final Word
Job 42
7 And it was so, that after the LORD had
spoken these words unto Job, the LORD
said to Eliphaz the Temanite, My wrath is
kindled against thee, and against thy two
friends: for ye have not spoken of me the
thing that is right, as my servant Job hath.
1Kgs 4
29 And God gave Solomon wisdom and
understanding exceeding much, and
largeness of heart, even as the sand that is
on the sea shore.
19. The difficulty with Eliphaz lay in the fact
that he did not know all the truth. Sin and
wickedness will surely be visited with
chastisement; but it is wrong to say that all
suffering is the result of God's chastening
hand.
In John 9, the question was asked by the
disciples concerning the man born blind,
"Who hath sinned, this man or his
parents?" They had the same idea as that
expressed by Eliphaz. Job was suffering,
because Job had sinned.
Some of God's choicest saints suffer the
most.
If Eliphaz had been able to look behind the
scenes he would have found that God,
through the trials of Job, was vindicating
His own righteousness and also
substantiating the faithfulness of Job.
20. If the disciples had been able to look
behind the scenes, they would have known
that the man had been born blind; in order
that "the works of God should be made
manifest in him."
One thing is sure--when we do not know
the reason for our suffering and our
sorrows, we can "trust and not be afraid."
"Not now, but in the coming years,
It may be in the better land,
We'll read the meaning of our tears,
And up in Heaven we'll understand.
"We'll know why clouds instead of sun,
Were over many a cherished plan,
Why hopes were crushed, when scarce
begun,
21. 'Tis there in Heaven we'll understand.
"God holds the key, He leads the way,
He guides us with unerring hand,
Sometime, with tearless eyes we'll see,
Yes, up in Heaven, we'll understand."
Don’t be...
Eliphaz the Elite
1Kgs 4:29 And God gave Solomon
wisdom and understanding exceeding
much, and largeness of heart, even as
the sand that is on the sea shore.
I. Right to Judge
A. Wisdom/Age-
B. Experience
22. II. Errors in Judgment
A. Poverty equals punishment
B. No compassion for the hurting
C. Assumes he knows the cause and
conclusion of Job’s problems
III. The final Word