The document discusses Balaam's prophecy about Israel encamped in the wilderness and his failure to accept God despite receiving divine revelation. It then summarizes Nancy Writebol's testimony about contracting Ebola while working in Liberia and her spiritual journey during illness and recovery. Key points are:
1) Balaam saw Israel encamped in a cross-shaped formation and prophesied about their unity, blessings, and power, but he did not accept God despite his encounter.
2) Nancy Writebol contracted Ebola while working in Liberia and experienced dark spiritual times during illness. She believes God brought awareness to Ebola and her deepened relationship with God helped her find peace.
3) Write
- Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Israel who preached for 40 years during a time of great wickedness and idolatry. His messages of coming judgment were widely unpopular.
- He endured persecution and imprisonment for prophesying that Jerusalem would fall to Babylon as God's judgment. His laments over the destruction of Judah make him renowned as the "weeping prophet."
- The book of Jeremiah contains his prophecies, sermons, and object lessons, providing valuable lessons about obedience, righteousness, false assurance, and the relentless warnings of God followed by promises of mercy. It highlights Jeremiah's perseverance despite facing opposition.
Jeremiah lived in Jerusalem from around 626 BC to 586 BC, a time of invasion and destruction by Babylon. He warned his people to repent and follow God's laws, but was mistreated for his message. God used the Babylonian exile to get the Jews to abandon false gods and idolatry, and to see that obedience to God was more important than rituals. This paved the way for God to eventually return the Jews to Jerusalem and bring future prosperity through a changed heart.
This document provides context about the book of Isaiah and the prophet Isaiah's ministry. It discusses the historical backdrop of Isaiah's time period and how God worked through dramatic events like defeating the Assyrian army to make himself known to the nations and challenge their views of competing gods. The overarching goal of God establishing Israel was to introduce the world to the one true God and bless all nations, but the Israelites' own disobedience made this difficult.
The document provides an overview of the Book of Jeremiah in the Bible. It summarizes that Jeremiah prophesied to Israel around 600 BC, warning of coming judgment for their sins but also providing hope of restoration. Unlike Isaiah, Jeremiah's tone was mild and expressed God's sorrow over Israel's actions. The document outlines the key themes and events in Jeremiah's prophecies and ministry.
Session 20 Old Testament Overview
Nahum, Habakkuk & Zephaniah
Based on material from:
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
525 A Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
This document discusses the 12 tribes of Israel and how understanding them can provide insight into spiritual communities today. It outlines the tribes, their origins, meanings of their names, and blessings they received. One tribe, Issachar, is examined more closely. Issachar is described as a "strong donkey" who found rest in prayer and bearing the burdens of intercession for God's people, showing the importance of intercessory prayer. The document suggests Issachar's example can teach about the role of quiet, burden-bearing prayer in the church.
My apologies to my friends and members of “Learning to Prophesy” Ministry for not uploading on time the notes corresponding to the “BECOMING A SEER SEMINAR”. Today I’m uploading notes corresponding to the first meeting, August 21.
- Jeremiah was a prophet in ancient Israel who preached for 40 years during a time of great wickedness and idolatry. His messages of coming judgment were widely unpopular.
- He endured persecution and imprisonment for prophesying that Jerusalem would fall to Babylon as God's judgment. His laments over the destruction of Judah make him renowned as the "weeping prophet."
- The book of Jeremiah contains his prophecies, sermons, and object lessons, providing valuable lessons about obedience, righteousness, false assurance, and the relentless warnings of God followed by promises of mercy. It highlights Jeremiah's perseverance despite facing opposition.
Jeremiah lived in Jerusalem from around 626 BC to 586 BC, a time of invasion and destruction by Babylon. He warned his people to repent and follow God's laws, but was mistreated for his message. God used the Babylonian exile to get the Jews to abandon false gods and idolatry, and to see that obedience to God was more important than rituals. This paved the way for God to eventually return the Jews to Jerusalem and bring future prosperity through a changed heart.
This document provides context about the book of Isaiah and the prophet Isaiah's ministry. It discusses the historical backdrop of Isaiah's time period and how God worked through dramatic events like defeating the Assyrian army to make himself known to the nations and challenge their views of competing gods. The overarching goal of God establishing Israel was to introduce the world to the one true God and bless all nations, but the Israelites' own disobedience made this difficult.
The document provides an overview of the Book of Jeremiah in the Bible. It summarizes that Jeremiah prophesied to Israel around 600 BC, warning of coming judgment for their sins but also providing hope of restoration. Unlike Isaiah, Jeremiah's tone was mild and expressed God's sorrow over Israel's actions. The document outlines the key themes and events in Jeremiah's prophecies and ministry.
Session 20 Old Testament Overview
Nahum, Habakkuk & Zephaniah
Based on material from:
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
525 A Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
This document discusses the 12 tribes of Israel and how understanding them can provide insight into spiritual communities today. It outlines the tribes, their origins, meanings of their names, and blessings they received. One tribe, Issachar, is examined more closely. Issachar is described as a "strong donkey" who found rest in prayer and bearing the burdens of intercession for God's people, showing the importance of intercessory prayer. The document suggests Issachar's example can teach about the role of quiet, burden-bearing prayer in the church.
My apologies to my friends and members of “Learning to Prophesy” Ministry for not uploading on time the notes corresponding to the “BECOMING A SEER SEMINAR”. Today I’m uploading notes corresponding to the first meeting, August 21.
Elijah had just experienced a great victory over the prophets of Baal when Queen Jezebel threatened his life. Overcome with fear and despair, Elijah fled into the wilderness. While resting under a broom tree, he prayed for death, feeling alone and that his efforts had been in vain. God provided for Elijah's physical needs and directed him to Mount Horeb. There, God revealed himself to Elijah through a gentle whisper, reminding him that he was not alone. God then commissioned Elijah to anoint new leaders to continue purging the land of Baal worship.
The document provides background information on the prophet Jeremiah. It discusses that Jeremiah was called by God to be a prophet to the nations even before he was born. As a young man, Jeremiah felt unworthy for the role of prophet but God assured him He would equip and protect him. God used visions of an almond tree branch and a boiling pot to give Jeremiah his first prophecies about coming judgment from Babylon. Jeremiah faithfully delivered his warnings for decades despite facing rejection from the people he was trying to help and suffering imprisonment.
The document describes a spiritual battle between the prophet Elijah and the prophets of Baal and Asherah who were led by King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Elijah challenges the prophets of Baal to a contest on Mount Carmel to determine who is the true God. Elijah proposes that they each sacrifice a bull and call on their God to light the fire. Elijah mocks the prophets of Baal as they dance and cut themselves, calling on Baal for hours with no response, demonstrating Baal's impotence.
OT Journey - From Sovereign God to Earthly KingsDr. Bella Pillai
David began as a humble shepherd but was chosen and anointed by God to be king. He leveraged "win-win" relationships, being courageous when cheated and not bitter when hated. However, David later fell from grace by committing adultery with Bathsheba and orchestrating the death of her husband. Though David recovered by repenting of his sins, his family faced ongoing consequences, including rebellion from his son Absalom.
This document provides an overview of the Old Testament, emphasizing God's unfolding plan of salvation through His covenants with Israel. It covers 12 major events, including the call of Abraham, Joseph in Egypt, the Exodus, Moses receiving the law, and Joshua conquering the promised land. It discusses how the people began to worship false gods after Joshua, leading to a cycle of sin, oppression, prayer, and deliverance by judges like Gideon and Samson. This laid the groundwork for the transition to a kingdom under the first 3 kings: Saul, David, and Solomon, before the kingdom split into Israel and Judah and both faced dispersion from their lands.
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.
This document provides an introduction to the prophet Elijah and the conditions during his ministry. It discusses how Elijah suddenly appeared during a time of moral decline and Baal worship under King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Elijah boldly proclaimed there would be a drought. The document then examines Elijah's character and ministry, including how he was fed by ravens during his time hiding in a ravine, showing God's provision even in difficult circumstances. It emphasizes that spiritual growth involves change and not getting comfortable.
The document summarizes Jeremiah 1:1-19, which describes God calling Jeremiah to be a prophet. It discusses:
1) God calling Jeremiah to be a prophet before he was born and appointing him over nations (verses 4-5, 10).
2) Jeremiah objecting that he is too young, but God reassuring him and touching his mouth to put his words in Jeremiah (verses 6-8).
3) God using signs of an almond branch and boiling pot to confirm Jeremiah's calling as a prophet (verses 11-14).
4) God empowering Jeremiah as a fortified city against his opponents (verses 17-19).
Journey Through The Bible: Isaiah Part 2 - The Messianic propheciesResurrection Church
The Book of Isaiah contains some of the most detailed and revealing prophecies about Jesus. God reveals to Isaiah that the Messiah will come first as a servant who will die for the sins of the people and will come again to rule the world.
Isaiah lived 600 years before Jesus was born and all of the predictions about the first coming of the Messiah were fulfilled exactly by Jesus.
B I B S T U D Lesson 16 Old Testament ProphetsDennis Maturan
1. The document discusses the role and messages of Old Testament prophets such as Elijah, Elisha, Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, Micah, Jeremiah, Nahum, Zephaniah, Habakkuk, Joel, Obadiah, Jonah, Ezekiel, Ezra, Nehemiah, Malachi, and Daniel.
2. It also mentions other relevant Old Testament characters like Queen Esther and the Maccabees.
3. The prophets spoke messages from God, warning of punishment for disobedience but also hope if the people repented, and some prophesied of the coming Messiah.
The document summarizes a lesson about the final chapters of the book of Jeremiah. It describes how a remnant of Judah refused to obey God's command to not flee to Egypt, instead accusing Jeremiah of lying. God then used Jeremiah to symbolically prophesy that Egypt would not protect them. The remnant stubbornly insisted on continuing their idolatry, believing it was obeying God that brought disaster rather than their own sins.
The document provides an overview of Lesson 14 from an Old Testament journey series. It discusses God's commandments in the Old Testament, which were divided into moral, civil, and ceremonial laws. It notes that Jesus said the greatest commandments are to love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself. The document emphasizes that in the New Covenant, Jesus raised the bar on love, law, and living through his new commandment to love one another as he has loved us.
The document provides an overview and summary of the Book of Joshua in the Old Testament. It discusses how Joshua led the Israelites into the promised land of Canaan to find rest, as God had promised through Moses. However, it notes that the Israelites began to sin by neglecting God's word and making treaties with other nations, beginning their downfall. The document examines themes like clear direction from God, Rahab's deep conviction in choosing God, and their formidable military victories, but also their negligible sins that later grew. It stresses the need to truly find rest in God today, as Joshua did then, and avoid the subtle threats that can invade one's life.
Ezekiel was a prophet called by God to serve as a watchman for Israel. Through symbolic actions like lying on his side for 430 days and preaching, Ezekiel warned Israel of coming judgment for their sins and idolatry. He also had visions of Israel's future restoration, including receiving a new heart and spirit, dry bones coming to life, and the rebuilt temple. Ezekiel prophesied of a time when Satan will be bound for 1000 years and Christ will rule during the Millennial Kingdom before the final battle and judgment. The Minor Prophets also warned Israel and surrounding nations while offering hope for the future through messages focused on obedience, justice, and restoration.
Learning from your teacher. A teachable spirit will help you to learn not just what your teacher in teaching you, but you will be able to absorb even the things that are not said or done. Your Spirit will see the invisible things and you will become well trained.
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
This document provides an analysis and commentary on Isaiah 53:1-12. It discusses how this passage prophesies Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity. Some key points made include: Jewish people historically did not believe Isaiah 53 referred to Jesus as they were expecting a conquering messiah; the passage depicts the servant as having no beauty or majesty and being despised and rejected; it describes how he would bear our sorrows and be wounded for our transgressions so that through his suffering we can be healed. The document analyzes various verses in depth to draw connections between the prophecy and Jesus' life and crucifixion.
Elijah had just experienced a great victory over the prophets of Baal when Queen Jezebel threatened his life. Overcome with fear and despair, Elijah fled into the wilderness. While resting under a broom tree, he prayed for death, feeling alone and that his efforts had been in vain. God provided for Elijah's physical needs and directed him to Mount Horeb. There, God revealed himself to Elijah through a gentle whisper, reminding him that he was not alone. God then commissioned Elijah to anoint new leaders to continue purging the land of Baal worship.
The document provides background information on the prophet Jeremiah. It discusses that Jeremiah was called by God to be a prophet to the nations even before he was born. As a young man, Jeremiah felt unworthy for the role of prophet but God assured him He would equip and protect him. God used visions of an almond tree branch and a boiling pot to give Jeremiah his first prophecies about coming judgment from Babylon. Jeremiah faithfully delivered his warnings for decades despite facing rejection from the people he was trying to help and suffering imprisonment.
The document describes a spiritual battle between the prophet Elijah and the prophets of Baal and Asherah who were led by King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Elijah challenges the prophets of Baal to a contest on Mount Carmel to determine who is the true God. Elijah proposes that they each sacrifice a bull and call on their God to light the fire. Elijah mocks the prophets of Baal as they dance and cut themselves, calling on Baal for hours with no response, demonstrating Baal's impotence.
OT Journey - From Sovereign God to Earthly KingsDr. Bella Pillai
David began as a humble shepherd but was chosen and anointed by God to be king. He leveraged "win-win" relationships, being courageous when cheated and not bitter when hated. However, David later fell from grace by committing adultery with Bathsheba and orchestrating the death of her husband. Though David recovered by repenting of his sins, his family faced ongoing consequences, including rebellion from his son Absalom.
This document provides an overview of the Old Testament, emphasizing God's unfolding plan of salvation through His covenants with Israel. It covers 12 major events, including the call of Abraham, Joseph in Egypt, the Exodus, Moses receiving the law, and Joshua conquering the promised land. It discusses how the people began to worship false gods after Joshua, leading to a cycle of sin, oppression, prayer, and deliverance by judges like Gideon and Samson. This laid the groundwork for the transition to a kingdom under the first 3 kings: Saul, David, and Solomon, before the kingdom split into Israel and Judah and both faced dispersion from their lands.
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.
This document provides an introduction to the prophet Elijah and the conditions during his ministry. It discusses how Elijah suddenly appeared during a time of moral decline and Baal worship under King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Elijah boldly proclaimed there would be a drought. The document then examines Elijah's character and ministry, including how he was fed by ravens during his time hiding in a ravine, showing God's provision even in difficult circumstances. It emphasizes that spiritual growth involves change and not getting comfortable.
The document summarizes Jeremiah 1:1-19, which describes God calling Jeremiah to be a prophet. It discusses:
1) God calling Jeremiah to be a prophet before he was born and appointing him over nations (verses 4-5, 10).
2) Jeremiah objecting that he is too young, but God reassuring him and touching his mouth to put his words in Jeremiah (verses 6-8).
3) God using signs of an almond branch and boiling pot to confirm Jeremiah's calling as a prophet (verses 11-14).
4) God empowering Jeremiah as a fortified city against his opponents (verses 17-19).
Journey Through The Bible: Isaiah Part 2 - The Messianic propheciesResurrection Church
The Book of Isaiah contains some of the most detailed and revealing prophecies about Jesus. God reveals to Isaiah that the Messiah will come first as a servant who will die for the sins of the people and will come again to rule the world.
Isaiah lived 600 years before Jesus was born and all of the predictions about the first coming of the Messiah were fulfilled exactly by Jesus.
B I B S T U D Lesson 16 Old Testament ProphetsDennis Maturan
1. The document discusses the role and messages of Old Testament prophets such as Elijah, Elisha, Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, Micah, Jeremiah, Nahum, Zephaniah, Habakkuk, Joel, Obadiah, Jonah, Ezekiel, Ezra, Nehemiah, Malachi, and Daniel.
2. It also mentions other relevant Old Testament characters like Queen Esther and the Maccabees.
3. The prophets spoke messages from God, warning of punishment for disobedience but also hope if the people repented, and some prophesied of the coming Messiah.
The document summarizes a lesson about the final chapters of the book of Jeremiah. It describes how a remnant of Judah refused to obey God's command to not flee to Egypt, instead accusing Jeremiah of lying. God then used Jeremiah to symbolically prophesy that Egypt would not protect them. The remnant stubbornly insisted on continuing their idolatry, believing it was obeying God that brought disaster rather than their own sins.
The document provides an overview of Lesson 14 from an Old Testament journey series. It discusses God's commandments in the Old Testament, which were divided into moral, civil, and ceremonial laws. It notes that Jesus said the greatest commandments are to love God with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself. The document emphasizes that in the New Covenant, Jesus raised the bar on love, law, and living through his new commandment to love one another as he has loved us.
The document provides an overview and summary of the Book of Joshua in the Old Testament. It discusses how Joshua led the Israelites into the promised land of Canaan to find rest, as God had promised through Moses. However, it notes that the Israelites began to sin by neglecting God's word and making treaties with other nations, beginning their downfall. The document examines themes like clear direction from God, Rahab's deep conviction in choosing God, and their formidable military victories, but also their negligible sins that later grew. It stresses the need to truly find rest in God today, as Joshua did then, and avoid the subtle threats that can invade one's life.
Ezekiel was a prophet called by God to serve as a watchman for Israel. Through symbolic actions like lying on his side for 430 days and preaching, Ezekiel warned Israel of coming judgment for their sins and idolatry. He also had visions of Israel's future restoration, including receiving a new heart and spirit, dry bones coming to life, and the rebuilt temple. Ezekiel prophesied of a time when Satan will be bound for 1000 years and Christ will rule during the Millennial Kingdom before the final battle and judgment. The Minor Prophets also warned Israel and surrounding nations while offering hope for the future through messages focused on obedience, justice, and restoration.
Learning from your teacher. A teachable spirit will help you to learn not just what your teacher in teaching you, but you will be able to absorb even the things that are not said or done. Your Spirit will see the invisible things and you will become well trained.
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
This document provides an analysis and commentary on Isaiah 53:1-12. It discusses how this passage prophesies Jesus as the suffering servant who would bear the sins of humanity. Some key points made include: Jewish people historically did not believe Isaiah 53 referred to Jesus as they were expecting a conquering messiah; the passage depicts the servant as having no beauty or majesty and being despised and rejected; it describes how he would bear our sorrows and be wounded for our transgressions so that through his suffering we can be healed. The document analyzes various verses in depth to draw connections between the prophecy and Jesus' life and crucifixion.
Glasses, pills, a school bag, paper balls, and a bullying poster are used as props in the film production to convey certain meanings and advance the plot. Glasses represent intelligence and conform to stereotypes of geeks. Pills illustrate the mental struggle and breaking point of the main character Sam. A school bag adds to the drama when Sam is chased and represents her youth. Paper balls thrown in the school canteen humiliate Sam in front of others. A bullying poster brings awareness to the serious situation and gives a message to those who suffer daily abuse when Sam reaches her breaking point.
The Diabetes UK Healthy Lifestyle Roadshow visits the most deprived areas in the UK, providing important information about how leading a healthier lifestyle can help reduce your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
This document offers special execution advertising packages for covering news in the Saudi League. A 30-day package provides 3 daily page strips for 1.2 million Saudi Riyals, while a 20-day package is 800,000 Riyals. Details are provided on page strip sizes and placements, including on the front page and ear panels. Various shaped strips like T-shape and L-shape are also mentioned.
This document summarizes photos and milestones from the first two years of a child named Eicca's life. It discusses events like Eicca's birth, first months, learning to sit up, crawl, walk, and his early development of language skills. Family visits and trips to locations like Boston, Finland, and San Francisco are also mentioned. The summary highlights Eicca's growth and accomplishments in his toddler years through short updates organized by his age in months.
1) El documento describe la historia previa al juego original de los Terran, incluyendo la caída de la civilización occidental debido a avances tecnológicos y cambios sociales rápidos que llevaron al caos.
2) Se estableció la Liga de Poderes Unidos (UPL) para restaurar el orden, pero sus acciones genocidas como la "Gran Purificación" eliminaron a 400 millones de personas.
3) El científico Doran Routhe envió a 40,000 prisioneros en naves espaciales a
The document summarizes the results of a post-questionnaire given to 20 people about a short film. Key findings include:
- 60% of respondents were female, reflecting the film's female target audience and characters
- 75% of respondents were aged 15-20, the film's main target age group
- 85% said the genre was easy to identify
- 60% found the protagonist and antagonist clear, while 25% sometimes found it unclear
- 90% thought the sound matched the action
- 95% believed the fonts were used appropriately
- Majority felt the editor made smooth scene transitions
This document provides information about a company that offers graphic design, media and web, and technology solutions for small and medium-sized businesses and non-profits. It discusses their graphic design services such as logos, postcards, brochures and presentations. It also outlines their media and web solutions including developing web strategies and expanding influence. Finally, it mentions their technology solutions like cloud-based and mobile technologies to increase productivity and collaboration. Contact information is provided at the end.
The 2004 Sumatra earthquake and tsunami and the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami are compared. The 2004 earthquake in Southeast Asia was magnitude 9.0-9.3 and caused over 184,000 deaths. The 2011 earthquake in northeast Japan was magnitude 8.9-9.0 and over 12,000 people were confirmed dead. Both earthquakes were caused by strike-slip faulting of tectonic plates and generated tsunamis over 30 feet tall that caused massive damage and losses of life.
This document provides contact information for a consultant named Lizbeth Hernández Ramírez. It lists her cell phone number as 044 2221 658432 and her office phone number as 169 5841. It also provides her email address and office address in Puebla, Puebla, Mexico.
Este documento discute conceitos de alta disponibilidade no PostgreSQL, incluindo redundância, hot standby, warm standby e cold standby. Ele também descreve soluções como log shipping e point-in-time recovery para fornecer alta disponibilidade usando servidores secundários quentes ou mornos.
This document provides instructions for designing a mission crew patch. It explains that each space mission crew has a unique patch design with the crew members' names and symbols representing the mission purpose. The instructions then outline the 7 steps for creating a patch, which include brainstorming symbols, combining ideas, choosing colors, and creating a finished patch for the crew to wear during their mission.
The world seems to unconsciously understand the State of Israel and Jews as special people and the nation’s behaviour naturally reflects her inherent uniqueness. ... Israel in every generation has always been reminded to return to her fundamental faith in the LORD through the Scriptures. In the same way, all Gentiles are invited to believe in Him and bless His people according to God’s written Word, the only infallible promises for all the people on earth.
Is falling backwards (called Slain in the spirit in the Evangilical world) a sign of acceptance with God? The answer is emphatically NO, it never has been and it never will be.
This document provides commentary from several scholars on Isaiah 44. The commentaries discuss the meaning and significance of different terms and phrases used in Isaiah 44, including:
1. The terms "Jacob my servant" and "Israel whom I have chosen" refer to God's chosen people who he will protect and bless despite their sins.
2. The name "Jeshurun" refers to the righteous nature the people of Israel should strive for, though they began with more negative qualities as symbolized by the name "Jacob".
3. The progression from the name "Jacob" to "Israel" to "Jeshurun" represents the transformation individuals can undergo from their natural state to becoming righteous
The document discusses the biblical prophecy of the 144,000 mentioned in Revelation. It argues that the 144,000 are not literal Israelites from the 12 tribes, but rather a spiritual group representing God's end-time church. The number 144,000 is presented as a precise figure, not symbolic, representing 12,000 spiritual leaders from each tribe who will spearhead a great revival before Christ's second coming. Though the number of the saved will be greater than 144,000, this group will have an important mission of preparing the world.
- Paul addresses an objection that could be made, which is whether God rejected his entire people of Israel.
- Paul responds that God did not reject all of Israel, as evidenced by Paul himself still being among God's people as a Jew from the tribe of Benjamin who became a Christian.
- While many Jews rejected Jesus and were rejected from the new spiritual Israel, many Jews did accept Jesus and transitioned to the new Israel, so God did not reject his people as a whole.
This document discusses spiritual warfare against fallen angels and working with God's holy angels. It begins by outlining the biblical rankings of different types of angels such as seraphim, cherubim, thrones, and principalities. It then explains that spiritual warfare involves fighting against the strategies of the devil and his fallen angels while also working with God's holy angels, who are ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation. The document provides details on specific angels like Michael the archangel and Gabriel and describes what the seraphim and cherubim look like based on biblical passages. It emphasizes that angels are not to be worshipped as that is reserved for God alone.
This sermon discusses the concept of a transformational church. It references passages from 2 Corinthians and Romans about being transformed by the Holy Spirit. The sermon uses the vision in Zechariah 4 of the lampstand and olive trees as a symbol of the Holy Spirit continually supplying strength. It emphasizes that renewal and rebuilding comes through experiencing God's presence, and that the goal is to transform culture by reflecting God's glory, not just individuals. The sermon encourages relying on God's empowerment rather than personal preferences or strengths.
The document discusses the biblical account of how the land of Israel was divided among the tribes after they conquered it. It describes how the territories of some tribes like Simeon became incorporated into other tribes like Judah over time. It also talks about how Joshua selflessly ensured all the tribes received their inheritance before taking his own portion of land.
The Book of Numbers recounts the history of the Israelites wandering in the wilderness for 39 years after fleeing Egypt. It details census results, priestly instructions, and camp placements. Through rebellion and testing of God, it shows His constant guidance as they journeyed to the Promised Land, and teaches that God expects obedience from His people.
1 Samuel 1-4, Shiloh; LORD Sabbaoth, LORD Of Hosts; Praying; Our God “Rock”; ...Valley Bible Fellowship
1 Samuel Chapters 1-4, Shiloh; Who Is The LORD Sabbaoth, The LORD Of Hosts?; Praying; Our God “Rock”; Knowing The Lord; A Negative sign Or A False sign To You; Seeing God; The Ark of the Covenant
Joshua gathered the tribes of Israel and recounted God's faithfulness in delivering them from slavery in Egypt and guiding them to the promised land despite opposition from Balak, king of Moab, who tried to curse them by hiring Balaam. God instead put blessings on the Israelites through Balaam. However, the Israelites later brought God's anger on themselves by worshipping Baal and joining in sacrifices to Moabite gods, leading to a plague that killed 24,000 until Phinehas intervened.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Revelation 7:1-17. It discusses how the sealing of the 144,000 represents God protecting and knowing all of his people. While the number and tribes listed are not meant to be taken literally, they symbolize the completeness and certainty of God preserving his faithful followers. The passage also describes the great multitude from every nation that stands before God's throne, showing his salvation extends beyond Israel to all people.
This document provides commentary on Revelation 7:1-17, which describes four angels holding back the four winds of the earth until God's servants are sealed. The sealing of the 144,000 is meant to reassure believers that God will protect his own, even when executing judgment on enemies. The number 144,000 represents the complete number of God's people (12 tribes of Israel x 12,000 each), rather than an exact figure. Numbers in apocalyptic literature often carry symbolic meanings.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Revelation 7:1-17. It discusses the sealing of 144,000 people (12,000 from each of the 12 tribes of Israel) prior to God's judgment. While some take this number literally, the document explains that numbers in biblical texts often carried symbolic meaning. It suggests the 144,000 represents all of God's people, both Jews and Christians, who will be protected during tribulation. The document then summarizes the vision of a vast multitude from every nation standing before God's throne after these events.
Romans Chapter 11, Replacement Theology, The olive tree, John Piper, Israel's...Valley Bible Fellowship
Romans Chapter 11, Israel's Promises, Position, And Future Replacement Theology; Israel's transgression, acceptance, and fulfillment; The lump and The olive tree; Loss Of Ministry of Israel and the Church; The Fullness Of The Gentiles; All Israel Will Be Saved; Davidic Covenant; God never changes; Square Circles; remnant Israel; Israel and the Church
This document provides a summary and analysis of the biblical book of Nehemiah. It discusses how Nehemiah and Ezra provided leadership to the Israelites as they returned from exile in Babylon. Both leaders took radical steps, such as breaking up families who intermarried with foreigners, in order to prevent the Israelites from repeating the sins that led to their exile. While painful, their interventions helped set the Israelites on a new path of obedience to God. The document argues that God sometimes uses tough love and leadership to turn people from sin and help them make a fresh start, though the process of fixing damage from sin is often messy.
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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.
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The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
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LETTER TO THE BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN CHRIST
【WHAT DO YOU SEE IN TRUE GOD’S
PEOPLE AND HIS COMMUNITY? 】 Now when Balaam saw that it pleased the LORD to bless Israel, he did not resort to divination as at other times, but turned his face towards the wilderness. 2 When Balaam looked out and saw Israel encamped tribe by tribe, the Spirit of God came on him 3 and he spoke his message: ‘The prophecy of Balaam son Beor, the prophecy of one whose eye sees clearly, 4 the prophecy of one who hears words God, who sees a vision from the Almighty, who falls prostrate, and whose eyes are opened: 5 ‘How beautiful are your tents, Jacob, your dwelling- places, Israel! 6 ‘Like valleys they spread out, like gardens beside a river, like aloes planted by the LORD, like cedars beside the waters. 7 Water will flow from their buckets; their seed will have abundant water. ‘Their king will be greater than Agag; their kingdom will be exalted. 8 ‘God brought them out of Egypt; they have the strength of a wild ox. They devour hostile nations and break their bones in pieces; with their arrows they pierce them. 9 Like a lion they crouch and lie down, like a lioness – who dares to rouse them? ‘May those who bless you be blessed and those who curse you be cursed!’ 10 Then Balak’s anger burned against Balaam. He struck his hands together and said to him, ‘I summoned you to curse my enemies, but have blessed them these three times. 11 Now leave at once and go home! I said would reward you handsomely, but the LORD has kept you from being rewarded.’ 12 Balaam answered Balak, ‘Did I not tell the messengers you sent me, 13 “Even if Balak gave me all the silver and gold in his palace, I could not do
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anything of my own accord, good or bad, to go beyond the command of LORD – and I must say only what the LORD says”? 14 Now I am going back to my people, but come, let me warn you of what this people will do to your in days come.’ ……17 ‘I see him, but not now; I behold him, but not near. A star will come out of Jacob; a sceptre will rise out of Israel. He will crush the foreheads of Moab, the skulls of all people Sheth. NUMBERS 24:1-17.
Balaam looked out from the top of Peor, near Pisgah and saw Israel encamped tribe by in the plains of Moab. Then the Spirit of God came upon him and he uttered his oracle. He was stricken by its beauty, where he unmistakably saw God’s power over His people and their admirable order and harmony, despite their tents being weather-beaten, homely, and physically worn out. The very unity and harmony of God’s community is itself the most precious witness of Him to the world, those who looked upon it at a distance.
The tribes of Israel encamped according to Moses’ instructions, as written in Nu.1-4: ‘"The Israelites are to camp around the Tent of Meeting some distance from it, each man under his standard with the banners of his family." On east, toward the sunrise, divisions of camp of Judah are to encamp under their standard…On the south will be the divisions of camp of Reuben under their standard…Then the Tent Meeting and Levites will set out in the middle of camps. They same order as they encamp, each in his own place under his standard. On the west will be the divisions of camp Ephraim under their standard…On the north will be the divisions of camp Dan, under their standard…’ (Lines added). This shows how precisely Israel’s camp was located. The twelve tribes of Israel were grouped into four camps, each which consisted three tribes, and they were rallied around the tribal banner of lead tribe - the camp of Judah was east Levites, camp of Reuben was south Levites, the Ephraim west of Levites, and the camp Dan north of Levites, all of whose centre was the camp of Levites.
With rabbinical precision, the shape of camp was extended according to the numbers of the four tribal groups’ population with respect to cardinal direction only, i.e., east, south, west and north alone. This means that the camp of Levites was set up around Tent Meeting (the tabernacle) in the shape of square, and on each four sides, by width Levite’s camp, the other camps were encamped in four cardinal directions, with each camp’s length proportional to the total population in each camp. Rather amazingly, the resulting form of complying strictly with the instructions written in Nu.1-4 is that of a giant cross, which Balaam would have seen clearly from above as he looked out at the top of Mount Peor. Moreover, he would have seen the redeemed people’s abundance, blessings, tremendous power, security and eternal victory, which he expressed astoundingly in his oracles. Balaam remained the same, however, even after tasting God’s goodness and God’s people’s admirable unity and security. He took all the praise of his God-given oracle to himself and magnified by boasting of his own ability to receive God’s revelation and the fact that God chose him to reveal Himself. Thus, despite a direct encounter with the Lord Himself and having received His revelation, the pagan prophet Balaam did not open his heart to accept the Lord as His redeemer, who would sanctify him of his sins. He had neither true fear of God nor faith in Him because he did not love Him at all. Consequently, his pride, covetousness and questionable motivations came to open a door the Devil’s scheme, and he was killed by the Israelites who fought war of ‘Lord’s vengeance’. Later chapters in Numbers reveal how Balaam counselled the Moabite king Balak to entice Israelites sexual immorality and idolatry; the worship of ‘Baal Peor’. As Balaam himself uttered in his oracle, the consequence of opposing God and His people was destruction: ‘"Ah, who can live when God does this? Ships will come from the shores of Kittim; they subdue Asshur and Eber, but they too will come to ruin."’ (24:23-24).
What is naturally reflected upon God’s redeemed people, or what those who look on His faith community at a distance actually see in it is more important than individual believer’s faith profession, as Balaam saw the reflection of cross, God’s redemptive power and unity in the
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Israelites’ community. Shortly before her entrance to the Promised Land Canaan, up to that time Israel had at least kept His goodness and perfect order within her community until her sudden apostasy by Balaam’s seductive scheme in chapter 25. Paul’s warning might come to home our heart: ‘Do not be idolaters, as some of them were; it is written: “The people sat down to eat and drink got up to indulge in revelry.”… These things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the culmination of ages has come. So, if you think are standing firm, be careful that don’t fall! ... So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God’ (1Co.10:7, :11-12, :31).
The following article about Nancy Writebol’s and her husband’s testimonies well reveals how a Christ’s true witness is to be (Excerpted from ‘Ebola Is a Spiritual Battle: The missionary nurse who survived the deadly virus says medicine alone won't cure West Africa,’ interviewed by Morgan Lee on 15th Oct.’14, Christianity Today Magazine). Since the Ebola outbreak began this spring, nearly 10,000 instances of the virus have been recorded—and that number could grow to 1.4 million, says the Centers for Disease Control… The threat barely registered on Americans’ radar until SIM nurse Nancy Writebol and Samaritan’s Purse doctor Kent Brantly were both diagnosed in July. This week, the first person with Ebola inside United States died, and five U.S. airports announced they are instating screening procedures for travelers arriving from West Africa.
Writebol, who has previous experience working in Ecuador and Zambia, moved to Liberia with her husband, David, 2013. Nearly a month into treating infected patients, Writebol learned she herself had contracted Ebola. After and Brantly failed to improve in West Africa, they were flown back the United States, where both treated with experimental and controversial ZMapp antibodies. Both recovered fully.
Writebol and David, currently based in North Carolina, spoke with CT editorial resident Morgan Lee about treating Ebola, where God went during her illness, and thoughts about those who protested return to the States.
What is a Liberian hospital like during an epidemic?
In many of the hospitals, there was no protective gear, and nurses were working without gloves masks. We [SIM] had the advantage of being partnered with Samaritan’s Purse, which had flown in everything we needed to protect our healthcare workers. But still there was fear of being in an isolation unit and working with people. It took time before nurses could see that, yes, they be protected and go in come back out disinfected.
How did culture affect how you provided health care?
It was hard on families, if they had a patient or family members who were dying of Ebola, to not be able touch the bodies if they did pass away. In African culture, customarily, after death do a body washing, so there’s lot of touching. Once a person dies, that’s when the viral load is at its peak.
David: There’s also a good deal of stigma from the community. People would not take their family members to an isolation unit because they knew it would be regarded as a death sentence. Instead, try to keep them hidden at home.
Media have chronicled West Africans who believe so strongly in the healing power of faith that when treating or interacting with diseased friends and family, they have not followed Western medical practices. Did you find that to be true? David: We saw that. There were people advertising that if you drank this water or got a treatment from local traditional healer, it would stop Ebola. It was difficult to convince members of the community, help them understand that these other things are a detriment rather than a help. It’s really question of confidence and trust.
How has the Liberian church reacted to Ebola?
Many churches are trying to help with Ebola education. For instance, in like the one we attended, Sunday morning is like any U.S. church, where you shake hands and greet people. But in the beginning stages of Ebola, right away pastors were saying, “We’re not going to shake hands.” They greeting in different ways.
Why did local pastors follow the advice of medical community?
They had trust and years of history with SIM’s Eternal Love Winning Africa (ELWA) Hospital being there. That’s not to say we didn’t have some who were not totally on board. But there was a relationship built between pastors working with our hospital and the church our leadership.
When you’re trying to educate people, a lot of times it comes down the relationship you have with leadership.
You mentioned a general distrust of Westerners. What does that stem from?
David: It probably has to do with the recent history of Liberia, in terms the 15 years civil war that ended 2003. There was a general distrust of anybody and everybody. Money coming in—and money is always a temptation—and Western support and finances would come into the country that never really reached the lower levels.
How did you wrestle spiritually with the fact that contracted Ebola and lived while many of your colleagues not? It is a wrestle. First of all, we don’t know the mind God and why Lord allowed me to survive some of my African brothers and sisters not to survive. I just have say that God is so great, we don’t know his mind don’t want to put him in a box: “This is how God should work or shouldn’t work.”
God has allowed us to survive, and there are many African brothers and sisters who surviving Ebola. We give God
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glory for those who are surviving. But it’s like cancer or any disease: some survive and some don’t. I trust the Lord in what
he’s doing and how he’s working. He’s brought awareness to the Ebola crisis, which has helped in getting a vaccine and a
serum that can maybe help, and in raising awareness for the rest of the African countries that are suffering.
Did you ever ask God why you got sick?
I don’t know that I ever asked “Why, God?” or “Why?” I know that I received peace from the Lord. It doesn’t mean that there
weren’t dark times. All of us in Liberia felt that the week that Dr. Brantly and I were really struggling, there was a spiritual
battle going on—there were some very, very dark days. But also in the darkness, the Lord brought back into my mind his
Word and his peace. The question I asked was, “How? How did I contract Ebola?” There’s no answer for that. We were
taking all the precautions. That opens up a whole other set of medical questions: How long is Ebola living? Where did we
pick it up?
To what extent had you already been thinking through these theological issues simply because you had been
treating Ebola for several weeks?
I always felt safe going. I trusted the Lord that we were the hands and feet of Christ. I had experienced Christ’s peace way
before I ever contracted Ebola. [After I got sick,] my relationship with the Lord deepened, knowing he was in control. He
was in control of what was happening, and it was not a surprise to God. He has our days numbered.
There’s been a robust discussion in the States about the ethics of administering ZMapp to Western medical
professionals, even though the virus had already begun to spread several months ago. What did you make of the
debate? We were told about the ZMapp. We knew it had been an experimental drug and that it had never been tested
on humans. We knew there was a question about whether it would be effective in us and our African brothers and sisters.
There was also a question of what the ramifications would be if it was given to our African brothers and sisters. What if
neither Kent nor myself survived? Those types of questions are not easily answered.
We did know there was a possibility that it could have an adverse effect on us when we took it—we knew that—yet we also
knew we weren’t getting any better. Yes, afterward we knew there were many ethical questions: “Why did we receive it and
not our African brothers and sisters?” That’s a hard question for anyone to answer.
Do Samaritan’s Purse and SIM provide the majority of healthcare infrastructure in Liberia?
Samaritan’s Purse and SIM were the only ones providing services to Ebola patients in Foya and Monrovia from early June
until early August. They have handed over the Ebola treatment centers to the Liberian Ministry of Health and Doctors
Without Borders. Other entities and hospitals depend upon the availability of staff willing to work.
Is it harder to fight Ebola when many of the medical professionals are not Liberian?
Our hospital had five Western doctors, but seven or eight Liberian doctors were serving alongside them. There is a real
trust of ELWA, but just look at what happened in Guinea recently with the attack on healthcare workers. In different areas in
Monrovia and different parts of the country, there’s a lack of trust in some expatriate healthcare workers.
How did you react when you heard about Americans protesting bringing you and Brantly back to the States?
Even here there is lack of knowledge about the virus. If you have somebody in isolation, and they’re in a plane that has an
isolation pod and brought in by people who are in ppes [Personal Protective Equipment], there’s very little chance of
someone contracting Ebola. Every precaution was taken. I liked what [Emory Hospital] doctor Bruce Ridner said: “They’re
one of our own.”
Did you feel angry or frustrated toward those who protested?
No, I just thought, it’s people who don’t understand the situation. It’s an education issue even on our side of things. I’ve had
Americans put their hands up and say, “Don’t come any closer,” even after the Centers for Disease Control announced we
were Ebola-free. I have a very respectful fear of the Ebola virus. We need to take serious precautions.
Do you see yourself going back?
It won’t be in 2014. Possibly 2015. I would like to see the people we worked alongside and be able to encourage them.
[But] we don’t know how this epidemic is going to go.
What did you learn in Liberia that might change how people react to the crisis?
Liberia is where God called us. We truly care about our West African brothers and sisters and what they are experiencing.
We went to a Liberian church and had fellowship with them. Being part of the body of Christ was a blessing for us. We were
at the elwa compound, where the hospital was as well as the radio station and school. There was a church there—not the
church that we attended, we attended one of the Liberian churches in the community and so were able to get to know
people within the community better too.
It’s a spiritual issue. We’re living in a spiritual battle for people’s lives and for people to come to know Christ as their Savior.
We hope all the blessings and peace of this special Season
Will light up your life with Faith, Hope and Love.
Wherever and Whoever we are,
JESUS CHRIST is God’s Gift for us!