The document discusses theories about the implied second heaven and the fall of Satan based on passages from the Bible.
In 3 sentences:
1) The Bible does not explicitly mention a second heaven, but some passages imply there is a heaven between the first and third heavens where evil spirits reside.
2) There are theories that Satan fell from heaven prior to the events in Genesis 1-2, possibly causing catastrophic damage to the original earth mentioned in Genesis 1:1.
3) This fall from heaven is speculated to have been similar to an asteroid impact that suddenly destroyed much of the earth's prehistorical life and ecosystems.
The document discusses the three realms of the supernatural: faith, anointing, and glory. It states that faith is the first realm and portal to the supernatural. Faith is in the person of Jesus Christ and it is the beginning of entry into the supernatural realm. The document explores many Bible passages that discuss faith and how it is necessary to please God and receive his promises. It establishes that the realm of faith centers around believing in Jesus Christ.
This document discusses theological topics related to the end times, including:
1. It proposes tentative timeframes for the return of Christ between 2017-2021 or 2021-2028 based on biblical patterns in the feasts of the Lord and 7-year cycles.
2. It addresses preliminary issues like prophetic imagination, the Sabbath versus Sunday, and warns against definite date setting.
3. For young people, it encourages sanctification, intimacy with God, developing bridal qualities, and helping to spiritually transform their region before Christ's return.
The overall document provides a framework for understanding the end times based on biblical patterns, while avoiding definite dates and emphasizing continued preparation.
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.
Daniel's second vision occurred in the first year of King Belshazzar of Babylon. Daniel was troubled by the dream, which depicted four great beasts arising from the sea after the winds strife upon the waters. The beasts represented four future kingdoms. A little horn power arose after the ten horns on the fourth beast, representing the Roman Empire. This little horn uprooted three of the ten horns and spoke boastfully against God, representing the rise of the Papacy in power after the fall of Rome.
The document discusses the prophecy of Daniel chapter 2. It begins by providing context about Daniel's time in Babylon and the need for a revival of godliness. It then summarizes the key parts of Daniel's prophecy:
1) God gave Nebuchadnezzar a dream about an image made of different metals which represented successive world empires - gold (Babylon), silver (Medo-Persia), bronze (Greece), and iron (Rome).
2) Daniel was able to interpret the dream, identifying each metal with a kingdom. Rome's division into European powers is symbolized by the feet of iron and clay.
3) The final kingdom will be Christ's everlasting kingdom
This document discusses how Christians should live in light of the imminent return of Jesus Christ. It examines different views on the rapture and tribulation period. The key points are:
1. Every generation of Christians believed Jesus was coming during their lifetime, based on signs in the Bible.
2. The document reviews passages suggesting the rapture occurs mid-tribulation or post-tribulation, not pre-tribulation as many believe.
3. Based on Jesus' teachings, Christians should live in constant readiness for His return, providing for others and making prudent preparations, rather than ignoring the signs of the times. How Christians live should reflect their eagerness to see Him.
Know Your Enemy: Series on Spiritual Warfare (Part 1)David Turner
Part One in a Series on Spiritual Warfare. You can't fight the enemy if you don't know you have an enemy. You can't prepare for the enemy unless you know something about the enemy. Visit us at Bibleguy.org
Brief discussion about the Third Heaven. Who are in the Third Heaven. Ministry of angels. Our place in heaven.
Final meeting of the Heavens and its hosts seminar.
The document discusses the three realms of the supernatural: faith, anointing, and glory. It states that faith is the first realm and portal to the supernatural. Faith is in the person of Jesus Christ and it is the beginning of entry into the supernatural realm. The document explores many Bible passages that discuss faith and how it is necessary to please God and receive his promises. It establishes that the realm of faith centers around believing in Jesus Christ.
This document discusses theological topics related to the end times, including:
1. It proposes tentative timeframes for the return of Christ between 2017-2021 or 2021-2028 based on biblical patterns in the feasts of the Lord and 7-year cycles.
2. It addresses preliminary issues like prophetic imagination, the Sabbath versus Sunday, and warns against definite date setting.
3. For young people, it encourages sanctification, intimacy with God, developing bridal qualities, and helping to spiritually transform their region before Christ's return.
The overall document provides a framework for understanding the end times based on biblical patterns, while avoiding definite dates and emphasizing continued preparation.
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.
Daniel's second vision occurred in the first year of King Belshazzar of Babylon. Daniel was troubled by the dream, which depicted four great beasts arising from the sea after the winds strife upon the waters. The beasts represented four future kingdoms. A little horn power arose after the ten horns on the fourth beast, representing the Roman Empire. This little horn uprooted three of the ten horns and spoke boastfully against God, representing the rise of the Papacy in power after the fall of Rome.
The document discusses the prophecy of Daniel chapter 2. It begins by providing context about Daniel's time in Babylon and the need for a revival of godliness. It then summarizes the key parts of Daniel's prophecy:
1) God gave Nebuchadnezzar a dream about an image made of different metals which represented successive world empires - gold (Babylon), silver (Medo-Persia), bronze (Greece), and iron (Rome).
2) Daniel was able to interpret the dream, identifying each metal with a kingdom. Rome's division into European powers is symbolized by the feet of iron and clay.
3) The final kingdom will be Christ's everlasting kingdom
This document discusses how Christians should live in light of the imminent return of Jesus Christ. It examines different views on the rapture and tribulation period. The key points are:
1. Every generation of Christians believed Jesus was coming during their lifetime, based on signs in the Bible.
2. The document reviews passages suggesting the rapture occurs mid-tribulation or post-tribulation, not pre-tribulation as many believe.
3. Based on Jesus' teachings, Christians should live in constant readiness for His return, providing for others and making prudent preparations, rather than ignoring the signs of the times. How Christians live should reflect their eagerness to see Him.
Know Your Enemy: Series on Spiritual Warfare (Part 1)David Turner
Part One in a Series on Spiritual Warfare. You can't fight the enemy if you don't know you have an enemy. You can't prepare for the enemy unless you know something about the enemy. Visit us at Bibleguy.org
Brief discussion about the Third Heaven. Who are in the Third Heaven. Ministry of angels. Our place in heaven.
Final meeting of the Heavens and its hosts seminar.
Daniel was taken captive to Babylon along with other young men where they were to be trained and assimilated into Babylonian culture. They were given Babylonian names and fed the king's food, which likely included meat offered to idols. Daniel and his friends refused to eat the king's food or embrace the Babylonian names and lifestyle. God blessed them for their faithfulness by giving them superior understanding over the other trainees. They impressed Nebuchadnezzar with their wisdom and served faithfully until the time of Cyrus, demonstrating that God honors those who honor and remain faithful to Him, even in a foreign land.
Revelation places the 1000-year rule of the saints after Christ's return in chapter 19, seen in the normal, chronological sense as following the return of Jesus to the earth. This kingdom is both future and earthly ("they will reign on the earth," Rev 5:10). Download the entire manuscript, study notes, and handout at BibleStudyDownloads.org (NT sermons link). You may also listen to the audio of this message at http://cicfamily.com/sermon-listing/?tag=Revelation+of+John.
The document summarizes Daniel's vision in chapter 8 of a ram with two horns and a male goat with a notable horn between its eyes. The ram represents the Medo-Persian empire while the goat is Greece under Alexander the Great. Alexander's empire was divided among four generals after his death, represented by the four horns that emerged. One of the horns became a powerful "little horn" that persecuted God's people, which is identified as the pagan Roman empire. It then describes how the papal Roman empire gained power through its union of church and state, casting down paganism and oppressing God's truth for 1260 years.
God dwells in heaven, which serves as His sanctuary and throne room. While He is omnipresent and not confined to any physical location, He chose to have a dwelling place in heaven where He receives worship from angels and believers. In heaven, God governs all of creation from His throne according to principles of righteousness, justice, mercy and truth. Jesus intercedes for humanity from the heavenly sanctuary, where He provides salvation and passes judgment. The book of Revelation depicts sanctuary imagery that portrays Jesus' heavenly ministry and the plan of salvation that will culminate in God's people dwelling with Him in the earth made new.
King Nebuchadnezzar held great power as king of Babylon, but this power came from God. Over time, Nebuchadnezzar became prideful and indifferent to God's power and prophecies. As punishment for his pride, God caused Nebuchadnezzar to live like an animal for seven years. After being humbled, Nebuchadnezzar proclaimed to his people that God is sovereign and rules over all earthly kingdoms.
Daniel 5 describes a scene where God writes a mysterious message on a wall during Belshazzar's feast that only Daniel can interpret, warning of Babylon's imminent fall. Daniel 6 tells of Daniel being thrown into a lion's den after continuing to pray, but being protected by God, while his accusers are devoured. The document then analyzes Daniel's prophetic visions in chapter 7, identifying the four beasts as Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece and Rome, and the "little horn" as a future power that will emerge. It discusses the judgment scene where God will rule definitively and give authority to his saints.
The document provides an overview of three key events related to the second coming of Christ: 1) Christ's ministry in the heavenly sanctuary, 2) the second coming itself, and 3) the resurrection of the righteous. It discusses what the Bible teaches about each topic, including Christ's role as high priest interceding for humanity in heaven, the signs that will precede His return to earth, and how His resurrection guarantees believers will likewise be resurrected to eternal life. The overall message is one of hope for those awaiting Christ's return and the restoration of all things.
The document discusses how the 10 plagues that God brought upon Egypt during the time of Moses foreshadowed the death and salvation provided by Jesus Christ. It notes similarities between the Passover lamb whose blood saved the Israelites and spared them God's judgment, and Jesus who is described as the Lamb of God who was sacrificed to save humanity and deliver us from sin and death. Key events of the Passover and crucifixion are compared to show how the Old Testament feast and killing of the lamb prefigured Jesus' redemptive work on the cross.
This document provides commentary on Revelation 13, which describes two beasts. The first beast rises from the sea, representing the Roman Empire, having aspects of past empires. It exercises power for 1260 years and blasphemes God. The second beast comes from the earth, represented by the United States, with a lamb-like appearance but speaking like a dragon to lead the world to worship the first beast. The document analyzes these symbols and their fulfillment in history.
The Framework of a Backslider
Backslide means to lapse or fall backwards in your relationship with Christ. To lose interest in following and serving the Lord.
What does a backslider makes up? and how can we avoid it?
The Holy Spirit- A Power, A Force or A Divine Person ?Antonio Bernard
The document discusses several Bible passages from Ezekiel that describe Ezekiel's vision of God's likeness appearing as fire from the waist down and brightness from the waist up. It provides the text of these passages from several Bible translations. It also includes commentary distinguishing between the literal translation and other translations that use terms like "figure" or "form" instead of "likeness".
Just as the Gibeonites deceived Joshua so Christians today can be deceived and suffering severe deleterious consequences. How can we avoid deception? What lessons can we learn from Joshua's experience?
Daniel 7 records Daniel's prophetic vision of four beasts arising from the sea, representing four kingdoms. The beasts are identified as a lion (Babylon), bear (Medo-Persia), leopard (Greece), and a dreadful beast with iron teeth and 10 horns (Rome). A little horn uproots three of the first horns, representing the antichrist. God holds a judgment where the beasts lose their power and the saints receive the eternal kingdom. The vision troubled Daniel but was interpreted for him.
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.
There will be three main alliances at the end of times: 1) An alliance of religions known as Babylon the great harlot, 2) An alliance of political powers known as the kings of the Earth and ten horns, and 3) An alliance of God's servants known as the sealed, 144,000, or Remnant. Revelation 17 reveals the identity of these alliances and guarantees Christ's victory over them. Babylon represents the apostate church that unites with political powers but will be destroyed. The seven heads on the beast represent past world powers, and the eighth and final king will control the ten horns to fulfill Babylon's objectives but will ultimately turn against her. Those who remain faithful to God will be called, chosen
The book of Leviticus outlines laws for worship, the priesthood, purity, and feasts in Israel. It describes five types of offerings - burnt, peace, meal, sin, and trespass - which were to be presented to God. The book also establishes rules for the priesthood, including their duties and portions. Laws of purity covered topics like forbidden foods, bodily issues, and rituals. Major feasts included Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles. The Year of Jubilee every 50 years cancelled debts and returned lands to original owners. Obedience brought blessing while disobedience resulted in punishment.
The document discusses Daniel's vision in chapter 7 of four beasts representing four kingdoms, with the fourth being the most diverse and having 10 horns and a little horn. It identifies the kingdoms as Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and Rome. It explains that the little horn represents the papacy which ruled from 538-1798 AD and will face judgment. It notes Daniel was troubled by the vision and sought understanding, which was provided about the kingdoms and the saints receiving the kingdom after judgment of the beasts including the little horn power.
This section of Spiritual Warfare outlines what the Bible teaches about Satan and evil spirits - their characteristics and powers. This Biblical background will help form the basis on which we shall become free from their influence.
Love abounding in knowledge - Phil 1:9-11David Turner
We should love God with all our heart and love others as ourselves. But, love should be abounding with knowledge. Down load this and other PowerPoint sermons at Bibleguy.org
This document provides a summary of the biblical story of Judah and his family. It outlines six main problems with Judah: 1) Disobeying God by marrying a Canaanite woman, 2) Failing to fulfill his promise to give his son Shelah to his daughter-in-law Tamar, 3) Committing fornication with Tamar unknowingly, 4) Engaging in idolatry, 5) Committing adultery since Tamar was pledged to marry Shelah, and 6) Responding with hypocritical brutality by wanting to burn Tamar. However, Judah was redeemed when he immediately admitted fault and did not continue in sin after recognizing his belongings with T
The document discusses key points from Genesis chapter 1:
- God created the heavens and the earth out of nothing through His spoken word. He created a mature universe.
- Initially, the earth was formless and void before God's creative work began, with darkness covering the deep waters.
- The Spirit of God hovered over the waters, preparing to energize creation and bring order from chaos.
Romans 1;18-32, Christos, gospel of God, gospel of the kingdom, Paul’s gospel...Valley Bible Fellowship
Romans 1;18-32, Christos; gospel of God; gospel of the kingdom; Paul’s gospel; gospel of the kingdom; eternal gospel; grace; y’all; Ancient maps of the world; they suppress the truth; without excuse; Theistic Evolution Is Not Biblical; Special or General Revelation; Gay pride parades; approve dokimos; Gossip
Daniel was taken captive to Babylon along with other young men where they were to be trained and assimilated into Babylonian culture. They were given Babylonian names and fed the king's food, which likely included meat offered to idols. Daniel and his friends refused to eat the king's food or embrace the Babylonian names and lifestyle. God blessed them for their faithfulness by giving them superior understanding over the other trainees. They impressed Nebuchadnezzar with their wisdom and served faithfully until the time of Cyrus, demonstrating that God honors those who honor and remain faithful to Him, even in a foreign land.
Revelation places the 1000-year rule of the saints after Christ's return in chapter 19, seen in the normal, chronological sense as following the return of Jesus to the earth. This kingdom is both future and earthly ("they will reign on the earth," Rev 5:10). Download the entire manuscript, study notes, and handout at BibleStudyDownloads.org (NT sermons link). You may also listen to the audio of this message at http://cicfamily.com/sermon-listing/?tag=Revelation+of+John.
The document summarizes Daniel's vision in chapter 8 of a ram with two horns and a male goat with a notable horn between its eyes. The ram represents the Medo-Persian empire while the goat is Greece under Alexander the Great. Alexander's empire was divided among four generals after his death, represented by the four horns that emerged. One of the horns became a powerful "little horn" that persecuted God's people, which is identified as the pagan Roman empire. It then describes how the papal Roman empire gained power through its union of church and state, casting down paganism and oppressing God's truth for 1260 years.
God dwells in heaven, which serves as His sanctuary and throne room. While He is omnipresent and not confined to any physical location, He chose to have a dwelling place in heaven where He receives worship from angels and believers. In heaven, God governs all of creation from His throne according to principles of righteousness, justice, mercy and truth. Jesus intercedes for humanity from the heavenly sanctuary, where He provides salvation and passes judgment. The book of Revelation depicts sanctuary imagery that portrays Jesus' heavenly ministry and the plan of salvation that will culminate in God's people dwelling with Him in the earth made new.
King Nebuchadnezzar held great power as king of Babylon, but this power came from God. Over time, Nebuchadnezzar became prideful and indifferent to God's power and prophecies. As punishment for his pride, God caused Nebuchadnezzar to live like an animal for seven years. After being humbled, Nebuchadnezzar proclaimed to his people that God is sovereign and rules over all earthly kingdoms.
Daniel 5 describes a scene where God writes a mysterious message on a wall during Belshazzar's feast that only Daniel can interpret, warning of Babylon's imminent fall. Daniel 6 tells of Daniel being thrown into a lion's den after continuing to pray, but being protected by God, while his accusers are devoured. The document then analyzes Daniel's prophetic visions in chapter 7, identifying the four beasts as Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece and Rome, and the "little horn" as a future power that will emerge. It discusses the judgment scene where God will rule definitively and give authority to his saints.
The document provides an overview of three key events related to the second coming of Christ: 1) Christ's ministry in the heavenly sanctuary, 2) the second coming itself, and 3) the resurrection of the righteous. It discusses what the Bible teaches about each topic, including Christ's role as high priest interceding for humanity in heaven, the signs that will precede His return to earth, and how His resurrection guarantees believers will likewise be resurrected to eternal life. The overall message is one of hope for those awaiting Christ's return and the restoration of all things.
The document discusses how the 10 plagues that God brought upon Egypt during the time of Moses foreshadowed the death and salvation provided by Jesus Christ. It notes similarities between the Passover lamb whose blood saved the Israelites and spared them God's judgment, and Jesus who is described as the Lamb of God who was sacrificed to save humanity and deliver us from sin and death. Key events of the Passover and crucifixion are compared to show how the Old Testament feast and killing of the lamb prefigured Jesus' redemptive work on the cross.
This document provides commentary on Revelation 13, which describes two beasts. The first beast rises from the sea, representing the Roman Empire, having aspects of past empires. It exercises power for 1260 years and blasphemes God. The second beast comes from the earth, represented by the United States, with a lamb-like appearance but speaking like a dragon to lead the world to worship the first beast. The document analyzes these symbols and their fulfillment in history.
The Framework of a Backslider
Backslide means to lapse or fall backwards in your relationship with Christ. To lose interest in following and serving the Lord.
What does a backslider makes up? and how can we avoid it?
The Holy Spirit- A Power, A Force or A Divine Person ?Antonio Bernard
The document discusses several Bible passages from Ezekiel that describe Ezekiel's vision of God's likeness appearing as fire from the waist down and brightness from the waist up. It provides the text of these passages from several Bible translations. It also includes commentary distinguishing between the literal translation and other translations that use terms like "figure" or "form" instead of "likeness".
Just as the Gibeonites deceived Joshua so Christians today can be deceived and suffering severe deleterious consequences. How can we avoid deception? What lessons can we learn from Joshua's experience?
Daniel 7 records Daniel's prophetic vision of four beasts arising from the sea, representing four kingdoms. The beasts are identified as a lion (Babylon), bear (Medo-Persia), leopard (Greece), and a dreadful beast with iron teeth and 10 horns (Rome). A little horn uproots three of the first horns, representing the antichrist. God holds a judgment where the beasts lose their power and the saints receive the eternal kingdom. The vision troubled Daniel but was interpreted for him.
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.
There will be three main alliances at the end of times: 1) An alliance of religions known as Babylon the great harlot, 2) An alliance of political powers known as the kings of the Earth and ten horns, and 3) An alliance of God's servants known as the sealed, 144,000, or Remnant. Revelation 17 reveals the identity of these alliances and guarantees Christ's victory over them. Babylon represents the apostate church that unites with political powers but will be destroyed. The seven heads on the beast represent past world powers, and the eighth and final king will control the ten horns to fulfill Babylon's objectives but will ultimately turn against her. Those who remain faithful to God will be called, chosen
The book of Leviticus outlines laws for worship, the priesthood, purity, and feasts in Israel. It describes five types of offerings - burnt, peace, meal, sin, and trespass - which were to be presented to God. The book also establishes rules for the priesthood, including their duties and portions. Laws of purity covered topics like forbidden foods, bodily issues, and rituals. Major feasts included Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles. The Year of Jubilee every 50 years cancelled debts and returned lands to original owners. Obedience brought blessing while disobedience resulted in punishment.
The document discusses Daniel's vision in chapter 7 of four beasts representing four kingdoms, with the fourth being the most diverse and having 10 horns and a little horn. It identifies the kingdoms as Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and Rome. It explains that the little horn represents the papacy which ruled from 538-1798 AD and will face judgment. It notes Daniel was troubled by the vision and sought understanding, which was provided about the kingdoms and the saints receiving the kingdom after judgment of the beasts including the little horn power.
This section of Spiritual Warfare outlines what the Bible teaches about Satan and evil spirits - their characteristics and powers. This Biblical background will help form the basis on which we shall become free from their influence.
Love abounding in knowledge - Phil 1:9-11David Turner
We should love God with all our heart and love others as ourselves. But, love should be abounding with knowledge. Down load this and other PowerPoint sermons at Bibleguy.org
This document provides a summary of the biblical story of Judah and his family. It outlines six main problems with Judah: 1) Disobeying God by marrying a Canaanite woman, 2) Failing to fulfill his promise to give his son Shelah to his daughter-in-law Tamar, 3) Committing fornication with Tamar unknowingly, 4) Engaging in idolatry, 5) Committing adultery since Tamar was pledged to marry Shelah, and 6) Responding with hypocritical brutality by wanting to burn Tamar. However, Judah was redeemed when he immediately admitted fault and did not continue in sin after recognizing his belongings with T
The document discusses key points from Genesis chapter 1:
- God created the heavens and the earth out of nothing through His spoken word. He created a mature universe.
- Initially, the earth was formless and void before God's creative work began, with darkness covering the deep waters.
- The Spirit of God hovered over the waters, preparing to energize creation and bring order from chaos.
Romans 1;18-32, Christos, gospel of God, gospel of the kingdom, Paul’s gospel...Valley Bible Fellowship
Romans 1;18-32, Christos; gospel of God; gospel of the kingdom; Paul’s gospel; gospel of the kingdom; eternal gospel; grace; y’all; Ancient maps of the world; they suppress the truth; without excuse; Theistic Evolution Is Not Biblical; Special or General Revelation; Gay pride parades; approve dokimos; Gossip
The document is a sermon on Hebrews 1 that makes the following main points:
1) Hebrews 1 establishes Jesus as superior to angels, showing through 7 descriptions and Old Testament quotes that he is God's Son and heir.
2) Angels are powerful spiritual beings that serve God and humanity, but Jesus vastly outranks them.
3) The sermon encourages focusing worship and faith on Jesus as the fulfillment of God's revelation and means of salvation.
This document discusses the Christian doctrine of the Trinity - that God exists as three persons (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) in one being. It provides arguments for the existence of God and the divinity of Jesus from historical, cosmological, teleological, moral, and existential perspectives. It examines the biblical basis for the Trinity in both the Old and New Testaments. It addresses common objections to the Trinity and concludes that an eternal, loving God must necessarily be a Trinity to fulfill the nature of love between persons.
This document provides an overview and analysis of key themes and teachings from the book of Genesis. It discusses how Genesis gives vital information about the origin of creation, life, man, marriage, evil, cultures and more. The document emphasizes that Genesis refutes false philosophies like atheism, pantheism, and establishes that God is the initiator and creator of all things. It also explores what Genesis reveals about the character of God, mankind's purpose, and the nature of the world.
THE 3 MOST IMPORTANT MEANINGS OF CHRISTMAS Part3Stanley Tan
The document discusses the three most important meanings of Christmas according to scripture. 1) Christmas means salvation and eternal life through Jesus' work to destroy Satan's kingdom and establish God's kingdom on earth. 2) It means the coming of a perfect new King to rule over the kingdom of God with wisdom, power, love and goodness. 3) It signifies a new pattern of "kingdom living" through righteousness, peace and joy in following Christ's example and being born again by the Spirit.
1) The document examines Hebrews 1, which discusses Jesus's superiority to angels as the Son of God.
2) It provides 7 descriptions of Jesus from Hebrews 1 that show His deity, including being the heir of all things and sustaining all things by His powerful word.
3) The document uses a chain of 7 Old Testament quotes to demonstrate Jesus's superiority to angels through a Christ-centered interpretation of scripture.
Austin Christian Executives: Hebrews 1-7 (March 28, 2014)austinexec
The document summarizes chapters 1-7 of the Epistle to Hebrews. It discusses how Christ is superior to angels and the prophets as God's son. It explains how Christ's humanity allowed him to taste death for mankind. It also describes how Christ offers a true rest and superior priesthood over the Levitical priests as a priest in the order of Melchizedek. The document provides context on the authorship and purpose of Hebrews in establishing Christ's supremacy for redemption.
The document discusses the Holy Trinity - that God exists as three persons (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) in one Godhead. It provides several key points:
1) The three persons are each fully God. Scripture presents the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as divine.
2) There is one God, not three. The persons are distinct yet equal, sharing the same essence, will, and attributes.
3) The doctrine is summarized as: God is three persons; each person is fully God; none is inferior; they are not three gods but one God.
The document discusses the purpose and symbolism of the sanctuary that God instructed the Israelites to build. The four main purposes were for God to dwell with his people, sanctify them, show his way, and enable understanding of prophecy. It also discusses how the sanctuary symbolizes the plan of salvation and shows the process of atonement that Christ carries out for humanity in the heavenly sanctuary. Additionally, it notes that our bodies should be considered temples for the Holy Spirit to dwell in.
War broke out in heaven between Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon (Satan) and his angels. Satan and his angels were defeated and cast out of heaven down to earth. Satan is known by many names that reveal his nature as the deceiver and enemy of God who rules over the kingdoms of this world. Jesus demonstrated power over Satan by resisting his temptations and casting out demons. One day, Satan will be bound and imprisoned for 1,000 years before being released for a short time.
The document provides commentary on Revelation 12 and 13 regarding the woman, the dragon, the beasts, and the false prophet. It summarizes that the woman represents God's people who are persecuted by Satan (the dragon). Satan is defeated in heaven and cast down to earth. Two beasts then arise - one from the sea who blasphemes God and wages war against believers, and one from the earth who supports the first beast and deceives people with signs and wonders, promoting worship of the beasts.
The document discusses the kingdom of God, what Jesus and Paul called the "good news," and what the kingdom represents. It says that for Jesus, proclaiming the kingdom of God was the good news, not just his death and resurrection. Several Bible passages are presented that describe the kingdom as eternal and everlasting, ruled by God and given to his people. The kingdom involves surrendering one's sovereignty to God. It also explores what Jesus meant when he taught in parables about the kingdom, and the different types of hearts and responses people can have.
The document provides a summary and analysis of Revelation chapter 12 and the beginning of chapter 13 from the Bible. It describes a vision of a woman representing God's people being persecuted by a dragon representing Satan. Satan is defeated and cast down to Earth where he persecutes the woman's offspring. It then discusses two beasts described in chapter 13 - the first coming out of the sea representing a powerful kingdom, and the second coming out of the earth representing a false prophet who promotes worship of the first beast. The document analyzes the symbolism and provides context from other biblical passages.
This document discusses the prophetic flow and prophetic realms. It explains that there are 5 kingdoms represented by different metals in Daniel chapter 2. It encourages getting into the prophetic flow by connecting with strong prophetic ministers and moving in prophetic gifts like music, singing, dancing and prophecy. It also discusses understanding the 5-fold ministry and developing a personal prophetic atmosphere through creating a hunger for God's presence.
Study 1 of "Bible Basics", a Bible study manual available as a free hard copy and also online from www.biblebasicsonline.com .
This study looks at God- His nature and character, His Name [is it Yahweh or Jehovah and does it matter], and also studies the Angels. Do we have guardian Angels, can angels sin etc.
Controversial Questions In Church History, Predestination etcCybermissions
This document discusses several topics related to church history and theology, including:
1) Predestination and free will, comparing them to electrons in a bar of silver having free movement but an overall predetermined voltage. It asserts they can coexist with God controlling history while allowing free will.
2) Different levels of spiritual sensitivity among people and how that affects their ability to be saved.
3) Debates around Easter and other religious festivals, with differing views on whether the specific names or traditions matter.
4) The radical New Testament view that rejects praying to specific gods, using religious names for days/months, and observing human religious systems in favor of a direct relationship with God.
The document provides an overview of the book of Revelation. It begins by outlining the purpose of Revelation as told to John by Jesus: to write down what he has seen, what is currently happening, and what will happen in the future. The key is then given that Revelation contains visions from God, not in chronological order, with sevens appearing frequently and a pause between the sixth and seventh seals/trumpets. The overview then examines each vision: the things John has seen in chapter 1, the letters to the seven churches as the current state in chapters 2-3, God and Jesus' glory in chapters 4-5, and the things to come after in chapters 6-22 involving seals, trumpets, Satan
This document tells a story about a man who was calling out to God but failing to recognize how God was responding. God spoke to the man through a singing bird, thunder, a shining star, and the birth of the man's son, but each time the man did not listen or understand. Finally, God touched the man's cheek with a butterfly, but the man brushed it away without comprehending. The moral is that God speaks to us in many ways, but we must have open senses to recognize His communications.
The document discusses prophecies from the Old Testament that foretold characteristics of the Messiah which were fulfilled by Jesus in the New Testament. It provides several examples of prophecies about the Messiah being born of a virgin, born in Bethlehem, descended from Abraham and King David, and more that were fulfilled by Jesus. The purpose seems to be showing how Jesus fulfilled Messianic prophecies and was the promised Messiah.
This document discusses the development of human senses from an embryo to adulthood and compares it to the development of spiritual senses. It notes that each of the five physical senses - touch, taste, smell, hearing, and sight - emerge at different points in fetal and infant development. It then explores how each spiritual sense - touch, taste, smell, hearing, and sight - relates to discerning spiritual truths and realities. The document emphasizes that regularly exercising our spiritual senses through reading Scripture, prayer, and obedience helps them to mature so we can better distinguish good from evil.
The three persons involved in the act of prophesying. God, the giver of the word. The person receiving from God to transmit the word. The final receiver.
Prophecy is speaking out the mind of God under divine inspiration. It involves edifying, exhorting, and comforting people by restoring God's image in them, showing them God's plans, and communicating how God sees them. True prophecy comes from being Christ-centered and having one's heart filled with God's love, which is then poured out to others. Several scriptures are presented that declare God's promises of forgiveness, blessings, healing, and deliverance. The document encourages activating these prophecies by declaring them over others and concludes with a prayer for revelation, transformation, and effectiveness in prophetic ministry.
The document provides information about ambassadors from several sources including dictionaries and examples. It defines an ambassador as an official envoy, especially a high-ranking diplomat, sent by a country to represent them in another country. Joseph Grew and Kichisaburō Nomura are discussed as the ambassadors of the US and Japan respectively who worked to prevent war between the two countries before the attack on Pearl Harbor. The document also discusses how Christians can take on the role of ambassadors for Christ by knowing God's message, having wise and persuasive communication, and living virtuous lives that represent the kingdom of heaven.
The document discusses the biblical Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkoth). It describes how the feast commemorates the harvest and the Israelites' 40 years wandering in the desert. During the feast, Israelites built temporary shelters (sukkot) and lived in them for 7 days. At the Temple, priests performed rituals like pouring water and sacrificing 70 bulls to atone for the nations. The feast points to God dwelling with his people and the future ingathering of all nations when the Messiah returns.
The Feast of Trumpets, also known as Yom Teruah or Rosh Hashanah, marks the Jewish New Year according to the biblical calendar. It commemorates the beginning of the fall harvest season and prophetically points to end times events in God's plan of salvation. The blowing of the trumpet on this feast is likened to the last trumpet that will sound at the rapture of the church, gathering believers to meet the returning Jesus in the air. The 100 trumpet blasts, with the final one longest, picture the trumpet blast announcing Christ's second coming to earth to establish his kingdom.
This document provides an overview of a prophetic night event focused on discussing and prophesying from passages in the book of Isaiah. Participants will explore selected scriptures from their own point of view and compare to biblical commentary. They will share what striking points they find in each passage and discuss ideas emerging from the scriptures. The last hour will involve prophesying over each other. The document includes an opening prayer asking God to help activate prophetic gifts to lovingly represent him, renew minds to have his thoughts and insights, and for mouths to overflow with living waters to soak others in love. Passages on being engraved on God's hands and finding one's wilderness/desert are included to recognize new things, with definitions requested
Jewish people celebrate Shavuot and the harvest of wheat, while Christians celebrate Pentecost and the harvest of the church. Both holidays commemorate the giving of the law at Mount Sinai and the empowering of believers by the Holy Spirit. Pentecost marks when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples in tongues of fire, empowering the early church and inaugurating the age of grace.
The document discusses the power of God's spoken word based on revelations the author received from listening to the song "So Will I (100 Billion X)". The author was amazed at receiving revelation from the song's lyrics and realized this showed how much more powerful it is to receive revelation directly from reading and meditating on the Bible itself. The song's lyrics are then included, praising God as the creator of all things and for His salvation through Jesus' death and resurrection.
The document discusses three instances in the Bible where the windows of heaven were opened. Each time, an abundance was poured out from heaven. The first was during Noah's flood, when God opened the windows of heaven to bring judgment through a torrential downpour. The second was when windows opened to transfer natural resources, changing a famine situation into a surplus. The third was when windows opened to pour out spiritual blessings too abundant to contain. Opening the windows of heaven signifies God releasing his abundant provision and blessing from the heavenly realm.
The document discusses spiritual harvest and encourages the reader to be ready. It notes that God has sowed seeds in the reader's "field" through prophetic words, blessings, and other means. These seeds have grown roots and blossoms and it is now time for harvest. The reader is encouraged to identify the different "lines of crops" or fruits of the spirit within themselves. Finally, it reminds the reader that God has prepared good works for them and they should look for opportunities to use their gifts, as this is part of the seeds sown in them. The reader is told to ensure their "silo" or spiritual storage is ready to keep the harvest.
The document discusses biblical meanings of various numbers. It notes that the number 7 represents completion or perfection. Genesis 7:23 describes the biblical flood wiping out all life except those on Noah's ark. Genesis 17:11-12 says circumcision of males should occur on the 8th day as a sign of God's covenant. Colossians 2:11 and John 20:26 also reference the importance of the 8th day. The document asserts that 800 represents being "fully put off" from the old, carnal nature. It lists ages that people in the Bible lived to be, many reaching 800-1000 years.
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4. • The Bible does not mention clearly of a second
heaven, but through different scriptures we
understand there is a second one.
• Paul speaks of being caught up to the third heaven.
• John the Revelator speaks of a midst of heaven,
implying there is another heaven between the first
and the third heaven.
5. 2 CORINTHIANS 12:2-4 (NKJV)
• 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—
whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of
the body I do not know, God knows—such a one was
caught up to the third heaven. 3 And I know such a
man—whether in the body or out of the body I do not
know, God knows— 4 how he was caught up into
Paradise and heard inexpressible words, which it is not
lawful for a man to utter.
6. REVELATION 8:13 (NKJV)
•13 And I looked, and I heard an angel flying
through the midst of heaven, saying with a
loud voice, “Woe, woe, woe to the
inhabitants of the earth, because of the
remaining blasts of the trumpet of the three
angels who are about to sound!”
8. OUR MANDATE IS TO
BETWEEN SPIRITUAL
STRUGGLES AND PERSONAL,
SOCIAL AND POLITICAL
DIFFICULTIES.
WE CAN BE DEVIATED TO
FIGHT AGAINST HUMAN
ADVERSARIES INSTEAD OF
WARRING AGAINST THE
WORKS OF HELL BEHIND.
STRATEGIES OF EPHESIANS:
1:3 SPIRITUAL RESOURCES
READY FOR THE
CHURCH
1:21 CHRIST AUTHORITY
EVIL
2:6 CHURCH SEATED WITH
CHRIST
3:10 CHURCH TO USE GOD’S
WISDOM TO CONFOUND EVIL
POWERS
• Ephesians 6:12(NKJV)
• 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh
and blood, but against principalities,
against powers, against the rulers of
the darkness of this age,[a] against
spiritual hosts of wickedness in the
heavenly places.
9. MORE THAN
CONQUERORS
STRONG’S#5245
HUPERNIKAO
HUPER = “OVER AND
ABOVE”
NIKAO = “TO CONQUER”
ONE WHO IS
SUPER VICTORIOUS,
WHO WINS MORE THAN
ORDINARY VICTORY.
ONE WHO OVERPOWERS
AND TAKES EVERY SPOIL
WITH HIM.
• Romans 8:37-39 (CJB)
• 37 No, in all these things we are super
conquerors, through the one who has
loved us. 38 For I am convinced that
neither death nor life, neither angels nor
other heavenly rulers, neither what exists
nor what is coming, 39 neither powers
above nor powers below, nor any other
created thing will be able to separate us
from the love of God which comes to us
through the Messiah Yeshua, our Lord.
10. THERE IS AN
ORGANIZED
STRUCTURE IN THE
ANGELIC REALM.
THEY ARE VERY
INFLUENTIAL IN
HUMAN HISTORY
THEY WORK IN
ACCORDANCE WITH
THEIR RANK AND
FUNCTIONS
• Colossians 1:16 (NKJV)
• 16 For by Him all things were created
that are in heaven and that are on
earth, visible and invisible, whether
thrones or dominions or
principalities or powers. All things
were created through Him and for
Him.
11. NEBUCHADNEZZAR
IS KING, AS SUCH
RECOGNISES THE
KINGSHIP OF
YAHWEH
• Daniel 4:35 (NKJV)
• 35 All the inhabitants of the
earth are reputed as nothing;
He does according to His will in the
army of heaven
And among the inhabitants of the
earth.
No one can restrain His hand
Or say to Him, “What have You
done?”
12. JESUS CHRIST TRIUMPH
OVER SIN AND EVIL
POWERS, WAS OBTAINED
AT THE CROSS.
HIS SHED BLOOD,
SACRIFICIAL DEATH,
TRIUMPHAL RESURRECTION,
GIVES US:
RANSOM FROM SIN,
RECONCILIATION TO GOD
FREEDOM FROM SLAVERY
COMPLETE RESTORATION.
THE CROSS IS THE ONLY
MEANS FOR FULL
RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD.
• Colossians 2:15 (NKJV)
• 15 Having disarmed principalities and
powers, He made a public spectacle
of them, triumphing over them in it.
13. LET’S KEEP IN MIND THESE POINTS
• In order to keep ourselves in a humble attitude in regards to the
message and ministry of the present power of the Kingdom of God, we
must always have in front of us two points.
• 1 The source of the power.
God’s sovereign authority and almighty power is the source from
which mankind derives any ability to share in the exercise of God’s
Kingdom power.
• 2 The grounds for the use of this power.
Are in the finished redemptive work of Jesus Christ. That allows to
sinful fallen man, use all Kingdom privileges and power and be restored
to an spiritual ministry
14. GOD’S INTENTION IS TO
DISPLAY THE CHURCH
BEFORE ALL EVIL POWERS,
AS HIS INSTRUMENT TO
DISPENSE THROUGHOUT
THE EARTH, WHAT HE
HAS ALREADY
ACCOMPLISHED IN
CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD.
THIS IS TROUGH JESUS’
DEATH, RESURRECTION
AND ASCENSION
• Ephesians 3:10-11(NKJV)
• 10 to the intent that now the manifold
wisdom of God might be made known
by the church to the principalities
and powers in the
heavenly places, 11 according to the
eternal purpose which He
accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord,
15. WE MUST TAKE AN
ASSERTIVE STANCE
AGAINST THE
ADVERSARY’S
OPERATIONS.
DUE TO HIS
AGGRESSIVE HOSTILITY
WE NEED TO REMAIN
SPIRITUALLY ALERT,
EMPLOYING THE FULL
ARMOUR AND IN
PRAYER AND SPIRITUAL
WARFARE OPPOSING
HIM.
• 1 Peter 5:8-9 (CJB)
• 8 Stay sober, stay alert! Your enemy,
the Adversary, stalks about like a
roaring lion looking for someone to
devour. 9 Stand against him, firm in
your trust, knowing that your
brothers throughout the world are
going through the same kinds of
suffering.
16. MAN IS DEATH AND
NEEDS MUCH MORE
THAN A GUIDE OR A
TEACHER, HE NEEDS
SOMEONE TO
RESURRECT HIS SPIRIT.
THE PRINCE OF THE
POWER OF THE AIR,
SATAN, RULES THE
WAYS AND MANNER
OF SOCIETY.
• Ephesians 2:1-2 (CJB)
• 2 You used to be dead because of
your sins and acts of
disobedience. 2 You walked in the
ways of the ‘olam hazeh and obeyed
the Ruler of the Powers of the Air,
who is still at work among the
disobedient.
18. WHEN DID SATAN FALL?
• Some scholars believe it was between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2
• Key points:
• God didn’t create the earth “ WITHOUT FORM AND VOID”, genesis 1:2
• Tohuw, Hebrew word meaning “without form”
• Bohuw, which means “void”
• Tohuw, is found as well in Isaiah 45:18, but in here is translated as “vain”
19. • Isaiah 45:18 (NKJV)
• 18 For thus says the LORD,
Who created the heavens,
Who is God,
Who formed the earth and made it,
Who has established it,
Who did not create it in vain,
Who formed it to be inhabited:
“I am the LORD, and there is no other.
• Genesis 1:1-2 (NKJV)
• The History of Creation
• 1 In the beginning God created the
heavens and the earth. 2 The earth
was without form, and void; and
darkness was[a] on the face of the
deep. And the Spirit of God was
hovering over the face of the waters.
20. • If God did not create the earth this way (Gen 1:1), then something of catastrophic
proportion must have happened between these two verses.
• Verse 1:3 and following may implicate a “re-creation” after some span of time.
• Points to consider for this believe:
• First:
• The word created in 1:1 is the Hebrew word “bara”, meaning “to create something
from nothing”.
• All the other Hebrew words for “create” (excluding animal life) mean “to create of
existing materials”
21. LUKE 10:18-19 (MEV)
• 18 He said to them, “I saw Satan as lightning fall from heaven. 19 Look, I give you
authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the
enemy. And nothing shall by any means hurt you.
• Second:
• Scholars understand that the statement of Jesus has to do with his pre--incarnated
existence.
• This help us to understand why the enemy was already present in the Garden of
Eden in form of serpent.
• So the fall of Satan and his followers concord with this understanding.
22. THERE CANNOT BE TWO WILLS
• For some time it was just one will in heaven, and everything was in harmony.
• When Satan decided to carry on his plan there were two wills in heaven.
• God cannot tolerate and opposition to His will and go unpunished.
• The core of sin is to choose our will instead of God’s will.
• Yes, He has giving us free will to choose to do His will or our own.
• Galatians 5:13New King James Version (NKJV)
• 13 For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an
opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.
23. BEFORE OR AFTER GENESIS?
• If angels (including Satan) were part of the creation of Genesis 1:1, then Satan and
his angels fall follows that point.
• It could be that angels were created before the creation of the heavens and the
earth. In either case, angels including Satan were present when God “laid the
foundation of the earth”
• It is clear that Satan had fallen before Genesis 3 where the temptation of Adam
and Eve is recorded. He fell before man fell; but whether he fell before or after
man’s creation, we cannot say for certain.
• (ANGELS ELECT AND EVIL, by C. Fred Dickason, p. 135)
24. JOB 38:4-7 (MEV)
• 4 “Where were you when I laid the foundations of the
earth? Declare, if you have understanding.
5 Who has determined its measurements, if you know? Or
who has stretched the line upon it?
6 To what are its foundations fastened?
Or who laid its cornerstone
7 when the morning stars sang together,
and all the sons of God shouted for joy?
25. THE FORMER EARTH
• There was the former earth that God was preparing for mankind to have all sort of
resources.
• Satan and other angels were covering the earth, Satan grew jealous of the plan of
God,
• Once his rebellion was exposed he fell down to earth.
• This was a catastrophe of tremendous proportions.
• A great portion of the earth and maybe all or a great portion of its prehistorical life
were destroyed.
• All of a sudden the earth became “void and empty”.
26. SATAN’S FALL WAS
LIKE AN ASTEROID IMPACT
• The National Park in Eastern Utah teach the following:
• Dinosaur died all of a sudden.
• Thy died with food in their mouth.
• There were eggs in the process of hatching
• They were frozen in terror.
• The river went through a solid rock hill like a drill.
• The river in normal circumstances would go around the hill.
• A super force unexplained in geology drilled through the rock.
• This is believed it was the result of Satan’s fall to earth
27. ANOTHER CATASTROPHE
• Genesis 10:25 (NKJV)
• 25 To Eber were born two sons: the name of one was Peleg, for in
his days the earth was divided; and his brother’s name was Joktan.
• A massive earthquake produced by the clash of the plates of
Europe, Africa and Asia collided and divided the earth.
• Etymology of the name Peleg
• The name Peleg comes from the verb פלג( palag), to split or
divide, "for in his days the earth was divided" (Genesis 10:25)
28. GOD RETURN TO EDEN
• He planted a Garden in Eden to take back His planet for humanity.
• He would bring His Son to redeem mankind.
• The war between the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of evil
started beyond the stars.
• The battled continued against Jesus at the cross.
• At the cross Jesus would defeat Satan.
• He is a powerful enemy, and he does all he can to destroy people
of God.
• When Jesus said “It is finish”, the battle was won.
29. SATAN’S SUCCESS AT THE GARDEN
• The snake, this is Satan, was able to seduce Eva into disobeying Gods
command of not eating from the three of life.
• God gave to Adam an Eve:
• A mind to think, A hearth to love, and A will to choose.
• To test his mind, God gave him the task to name all the animal life.
• To prove his heart, God gave him his counterpart, Eva the female.
• To test his will there were two trees, the tree of life and the tree of the
knowledge of good an evil. They should not touch the tree of
knowledge.
30. RETURN TO THE GARDEN
• Another catastrophe would again touch the whole earth.
• The land of Eden and the Garden would disappear .
• Nevertheless God has chosen Jerusalem (Salem) to be His point of contact with
earth and mankind.
• God called Abraham to leave everything and come there and plant a new nation.
• God loves that nation where His Mountain was. Psalm 135:21 says that God leaves in
Jerusalem.
• In Salem, Abraham pay tights to Melchizedek. (book of Jasher, relates him as Shem,
the son of Noah.)
31. THE NEPHILIM
• Amos 2:9 (NKJV)
• 9 “Yet it was I who destroyed
the Amorite before them,
Whose height was like the
height of the cedars,
And he was as strong as the
oaks;
Yet I destroyed his fruit above
And his roots beneath.
32. JUDE 6 (NKJV)
6 AND THE ANGELS
WHO DID NOT KEEP
THEIR PROPER
DOMAIN, BUT LEFT
THEIR OWN ABODE, HE
HAS RESERVED IN
EVERLASTING CHAINS
UNDER DARKNESS
FOR THE JUDGMENT
OF THE GREAT DAY;
• Genesis 6:2-4 (CJB)
• 2 the sons of God saw that the daughters of
men were attractive; and they took wives for
themselves, whomever they
chose. 3 ADONAI said, “My Spirit will not live in
human beings forever, for they too are flesh;
therefore their life span is to be 120
years.” 4 The N’filim were on the earth in
those days, and also afterwards, when the
sons of God came in to the daughters of
men, and they bore children to them; these
were the ancient heroes, men of renown.
33. WHAT CHARACTERIZES DEMONS
• Same as their leader, demons have personalities and purposes that define their
objective.
• Demons are distinct creatures. Mary Magdalene had 7 demons (Mark 16:9).
• Demons have a will. I will return to my house (Matthew 12:43-45).
• Demons have the ability to speak. (Mat 8:29, Mark 1:24, Luke 8:30, Acts 19:15).
• Demons have understanding. I know who You are – (Mark 1:24).
• Demons have self awareness: My name is Legion (Mark 5:9).
• Demons have faith. Even the demons believe. (James 2:19).
• Demons have emotions. … do not torment me. (Mark 5:7)
34. WHAT CHARACTERIZES DEMONS
• Demons have fellowship. (1 Corinthians 10:20-21)
• Demons have doctrines. (1Timothy 4:1)
• Demons have desires. Into the herd of swine. (Matthew 8:31)
• Demons have controlling power over those they occupy. Remember the Jewish
exorcists. (Acts 19:16)
• Demons have miraculous powers. (Revelation 16:14)
35. RECOMMENDATION:
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRgGNmaQiZo
• Published on May 21, 2014
• In this companion video to the episode "The Mystery of Spiritual Warfare", John
Paul Jackson discusses some more reasons why focusing on second heaven
principalities and powers is not a good idea in prayer.
• I will strongly recommend those who do “warfare” to watch this video teaching
36. RESOURCES:
• The three Heavens, Angels, Demons and what lies ahead.
• John Hagee.
• Angels and Demons. The complete guide to Understanding How They Operate.
• Ron Phillips.
• http://www.biblestudytools.com/