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Luke 5: The Shepherds of Israel
The miraculous draught of fishes at the lake of Gennesaret, Luke 5:1-11. Christ heals a leper, Luke 5:12-14. No leper has been healed since Naaman the Syrian by Elisha in II Kings 5. Healing a leper requires great work of the Priesthood Leviticus 13-14. His fame being published abroad, he withdraws to the desert, Luke 5:15, Luke 5:16. He wants to heal the religious leaders Luke 5:17 cf: Isaiah 42:1ff He heals a paralytic person, at which the scribes and Pharisees murmur, but the people glorify God, Luke 5:17-26. He calls the publican Levi, who makes a feast for Christ, to which he invites a great number of publicans and others, at which the scribes and Pharisees murmur, and our Lord vindicates his conduct, Luke 5:27-32. The question about fasting answered, Luke 5:33-35. The parable of the new piece of cloth put on the old garment, and the new wine in old bottles, Luke 5:36-39
The Birth of Jesus
The Hebrew word She-owl is translated into Greek as Hades & into English as Hell. All these words mean the same place which is the place of the dead. During Old Testament times it had 2 parts, torment which was the place of the unbelieving dead, separated from Abraham's bosom, the place of the believing dead. The Rich man & Lazarus cf: Luke 16:19-31; The Rebellion of Korah in which Korah went down alive into the pit took place about 1,447 BC cf: Numbers 16:26-40; Later King David wrote Psalm 88 about 1,000 BC so it had been about 500 years since Korah went down alive into the pit & Psalm 88 is a psalm of Korah in Hell. Korah has been dead almost 500 years & hasn't figured out yet his situation is permanent. Romans 2:1-12 cf: Matthew 10:28 and Matthew 25:31-46.
Jesus' First Sermon: The Lord's Anointed
Luke 4:16-30, Isaiah 61:1-11, In the Old Testament Prophets, Priests & Kings were anointed. The word anointed Hebrew Maw-shee-akh (Messiah) which we translate in the New Testament as Christ cf: Psalm 2:1ff, Christ the King Psalm 45:1ff, The Anointed one to be cut off Daniel 9:24-27; Jesus read Isaiah 61:1ff in His first sermon Luke 4:18-30. Note: Jesus left the word vengeance out when He reads Isaiah 61 in His first sermon & later explains that the vengeance will be in the coming destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD cf: Luke 21:22, Acts 4:23ff; Acts 10:38ff shows us Christ was Anointed with the Holy Spirit cf: Hebrew 1:8-9; Now we are anointed with the Holy Spirit at our baptism Acts 2:38-39, thus we are anointed II Corinthians 1:21, not to work miracles see Romans 8 as an example of the Holy Spirit in us.
Translation and Preservation of the Bible
The Bible teaches about it's self: do not add to the word or take away Deuteronomy 4:2, cf: meditate on or think about the word Joshua 1:7-8; Every word of God is pure or true Proverbs 30:5; Preach and teach according to the law and the testimony which is His word Isaiah 8:20; God's word will accomplish it's task Isaiah 55:10-11; Matthew 13:3-4, 8, & it is Jesus who sows the seed 37-38 cf: Luke 8:11 the seed is the word of God. The word is Spirit and life John 6:63; the word will judge us John 12:48; the Old Testament was written for our learning Romans 15:4; The Old Testament teachings are examples to us to admonish us II Corinthians 10:11; do not think or believe men above what is written I Corinthians 4:6; all scripture is inspired or God breathed II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:21 holy men of God spake as they were moved or carried along by the Holy Spirit; God spoke in times past to the Jewish fathers by the prophets hath in these last days spoken to us by His son Hebrews 1:1-2; God throughout history has come to people in the roll of the book Hebrews 107 & do not add to the Book or take away from the book Revelation 22:18-19
The Scriptures
It is used to describe books of the Holy Bible Hebrews taught Christ brought a new & better Testament, Hebrews 7:22, 8:6-13, 9:15. OT is divided into three groups: Law, 1st 5 books of Moses known as Torah & Pentateuch. Prophets, 21 books - major & minor OT Prophets. Writings - 13. The NT of 27 books that naturally divide into 4 parts: 4 Gospels, Acts, Epistles & Revelation. Epistles are 21 books of teaching. 13 are Pauline Epistles. 8 Epistles called General Epistles written by other Apostles/Prophets. Hebrews written by unknown writer. The Bible is a remarkable book. Its Teachings Divinely Inspired. Non-believers account for the Bible on natural rather than supernatural grounds. The doctrine of Inspiration asserts that Bible revelation did not & could not originate in the mind of man. The Bible claims to be "inspired" meaning "God breathed" cf: II Timothy 3:16. It claims Holy men of God "spake" "carried along" by Holy Spirit, II Peter 1:20. Scriptures did not originate in the human mind. They are not a human product & cannot be accounted for on natural grounds. Bible miracles are contrary to ordinary human experience, but they are not contrary to reason. With God, miracles & the extraordinary are not contrary to reason. It isn't that the Bible is different from other religions because man evolved in his thinking & became better. Concepts found in the Bible are completely differ from ancient world. It is not that the Bible is simply a better revelation than Egyptian, Greek, Babylonian, or Roman religion. Truth is: Bible is altogether true while others are altogether false. A fallen Titan named Atlas doesn't really hold the world on his back... it's a lie.
The Bible
It is used to describe books of Old & New Testaments. It comes from Greek biblos meaning book. Difference between OT & NT Hebrews taught that Christ brought a new & better Testament, Hebrews 7:22, 8:6-13, 9:15. OT is divided into three groups: Law, 1st 5 books of Moses known as Torah & Pentateuch. Prophets, 21 books - major & minor OT Prophets. Writings - 13. The NT of 27 books that naturally divide into 4 parts: 4 Gospels, Acts, Epistles & Revelation. Epistles are 21 books of teaching. 13 are Pauline Epistles. 8 Epistles called General Epistles written by other Apostles/Prophets. Hebrews written by unknown writer. The Bible is a remarkable book. Its Teachings Divinely Inspired. Non-believers account for the Bible on natural rather than supernatural grounds. The doctrine of Inspiration asserts that Bible revelation did not & could not originate in the mind of man. The Bible claims to be "inspired" meaning "God breathed" cf: II Timothy 3:16. It claims Holy men of God "spake" "carried along" by Holy Spirit, II Peter 1:20. Scriptures did not originate in the human mind. They are not a human product & cannot be accounted for on natural grounds. Bible miracles are contrary to ordinary human experience, but they are not contrary to reason. With God, miracles & the extraordinary are not contrary to reason. It isn't that the Bible is different from other religions because man evolved in his thinking & became better. Concepts found in the Bible completely differ from societies of the ancient world. It is not that the Bible is simply a better revelation than Egyptian, Greek, Babylonian, or Roman religion. Truth is: Bible is altogether true while others are altogether false.
The Last Supper and the Passover
Hebrews 8:5 & 10:1. The Importance of taking the Lord's Supper every first day of the week will be explained in today's lesson. Exodus 12:1-51, Passover a shadow of the coming substitutional death, burial, & resurrection of Christ commemorated by The Lord's Supper. Cf: I Corinthians 5:7-8. Jesus eats the Passover with His disciples, which is often called The Last Supper. Matthew 26:17-30; Mark's account of the Last Supper is Mark 14:22-26. Luke's account of the Last Supper is Luke 22:14-20. Jesus refers to eating His flesh & drinking His blood, John 6:53-58. The apostle Paul encourages the Corinthians to examine themselves and take The Lord's Supper properly. I Corinthians 11:17-33. The Early Church is described as continuing steadfastly in partaking of The Lord's Supper cf: Acts 2:42. They assembled upon the first day of each week to break bread by taking of The Lord's Supper cf: Acts 20:7.
Matthew 5‑7: Sermon on the Mount
Beatitudes Matthew 5:1-16, Avoid anger Matthew 5:20-21, God looks upon the heart Matthew 5:27-30, Avenge not but rather Love Matthew 5:38-45. Matthew 6 Avoid outward shows of righteousness Matthew 6:1-4 Lord's Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 Forgiveness of other necessary Matthew 6:14-15. Our Lord warns against rash, harsh judgment, Matthew 7:1-5. Shows holy things must not be profaned, Matthew 7:6; fervent prevailing prayer, Matthew 7:7-11. Shows how men should deal w/each other, Matthew 7:12. Exhorts people to enter in at the strait gate, Matthew 7:13, Matthew 7:14 the Way & the faith cf: Greek "tees pis-te-oos" objective Galatians 3:23-27, Ephesians 4:4-5, Proverbs 4:18, Isaiah 35:8, Jeremiah 32:39, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6, Luke 18:8, Jude 3, Acts 6:7, 13:7-8 cf Acts 2:42 & 20:7, 14:22, 16:5,24:14, Rom. 1:5, 14:1, I Corinthians16:13,, II Corinthians 13:5, Galatians5:22, Galatians1:23, Ephesians 4:13, Colossians 1:23, Titus:1:13, I Timothy 4:1, 6:20-21, Philippians 1:27, ; beware of false teachers, known by their fruits, Matthew 7:15-20 Wolves in Sheep's Clothing Matthew7:21 no man shall be saved by his mere profession of Christianity, Matthew 7:22, Matthew 7:23. house upon a rock, Matthew 7:24, Matthew 7:25. house, on sand, Matthew 7:26, Matthew 7:27. people are astonished at his doctrine, Matthew 7:28-7:29.
Matthew 7: False Prophets - Wolves in Sheep's Clothing - Sermon on the Mount
Our Lord warns against rash, harsh judgment, Matthew 7:1-5. Shows holy things must not be profaned, Matthew 7:6; fervent prevailing prayer, Matthew 7:7-11. Shows how men should deal w/each other, Matthew 7:12. Exhorts people to enter in at the strait gate, Matthew 7:13, Matthew 7:14 the Way & the faith cf: Greek "tees pis-te-oos" objective Galatians 3:23-27, Ephesians 4:4-5, Proverbs 4:18, Isaiah 35:8, Jeremiah 32:39, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6, Luke 18:8, Jude 3, Acts 6:7, 13:7-8 cf Acts 2:42 & 20:7, 14:22, 16:5,24:14, Rom. 1:5, 14:1, I Corinthians16:13,, II Corinthians 13:5, Galatians5:22, Galatians1:23, Ephesians 4:13, Colossians 1:23, Titus:1:13, I Timothy 4:1, 6:20-21, Philippians 1:27, ; beware of false teachers, known by their fruits, Matthew 7:15-20 Jeremiah7:8-13, 7:17-20, 7:28-32, 23:1-6 23:15-17, 33:14-17 cf: Acts 2:30-33, Hebrews 1:13, Ezekiel 34:1-12, 34:22-24, Zechariah 11:15-17, II Corinthians 11:13-15, II Timothy 3:1-7, II Peter 2:1-3, 3:3-9, Matthew 7:15-16 no man shall be saved by his mere profession of Christianity, Matthew 7:22, Matthew 7:23. house upon a rock, Matthew 7:24, Matthew 7:25. house, on sand, Matthew 7:26, Matthew 7:27. people are astonished at his doctrine, Matthew 7:28-7:29.
Matthew 7: The Way, The Faith - Sermon on the Mount
Our Lord warns against rash judgment & uncharitable censures, Matthew 7:1-5. Shows holy things must not be profaned, Matthew 7:6; gives encouragement to fervent persevering prayer, Matthew 7:7-11. Shows how men should deal w/each other, Matthew 7:12. Exhorts people to enter in at the strait gate, Matthew 7:13, Matthew 7:14 the Way cf: Greek "tees pis-te-oos" objective genitive Galatians 3:23-27, Ephesians 4:4-5, Proverbs 4:18, Isaiah 35:8, Jeremiah 32:39, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6, Luke 18:8, Jude 3, Acts 6:7, 13:7-8 cf Acts 2:42 & 20:7, 14:22, 16:5,24:14, Rom. 1:5, 14:1, I Corinthians16:13,, II Corinthians 13:5,Galatians5:22, Galatians1:23, Ephesians 4:13, Colossians 1:23, Titus:1:13, I Timothy 4:1, 6:20-21, Philippians 1:27, ; beware of false teachers, who are known by their fruits, Matthew 7:15-20. Shows no man shall be saved by his mere profession of Christianity, Matthew 7:22, Matthew 7:23. parable of the wise man who built his house upon a rock, Matthew 7:24, Matthew 7:25. foolish man built his house, on sand, Matthew 7:26, Matthew 7:27. Christ concludes his sermon, and the people are astonished at his doctrine, Matthew 7:28-7:29.
Matthew 7: Sermon on the Mount
Our Lord warns men against rash judgment and uncharitable censures, Matthew 7:1-5. Shows that holy things must not be profaned, Matthew 7:6; gives encouragement to fervent persevering prayer, Matthew 7:7-11. Shows how men should deal with each other, Matthew 7:12. Exhorts the people to enter in at the strait gate, Matthew 7:13, Matthew 7:14; to beware of false teachers, who are to be known by their fruits, Matthew 7:15-20. Shows that no man shall be saved by his mere profession of Christianity, however specious, Matthew 7:22, Matthew 7:23. The parable of the wise man who built his house upon a rock, Matthew 7:24, Matthew 7:25. Of the foolish man who built his house, without a foundation, on the sand, Matthew 7:26, Matthew 7:27. Christ concludes his sermon, and the people are astonished at his doctrine, Matthew 7:28, Matthew 7:29.
Matthew 6: Sermon on the Mount
For one farthing given to a poor man, a man is made partaker of the vision: where it renders these words, Psalm 17:15, I shall behold thy face in righteousness, Of alms-giving, Matthew 6:1-5. Of prayer, Matthew 6:6-8. The Lord's prayer, or model according to which Christians should pray, Matthew 6:9-13. Of forgiveness, Matthew 6:14, Matthew 6:15. Of fasting, Matthew 6:16, Matthew 6:17. Of laying up treasures, Matthew 6:18-21. Of the single eye, Matthew 6:22, Matthew 6:23. The impossibility of serving two masters, Matthew 6:24. Of contentment and confidence in the Divine providence, Matthew 6:25-32. Directions about seeking the kingdom of God, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:34.
Matthew 5:1-48: Sermon on the Mount
Christ begins his sermon on the mount, Matthew 5:1- 5:2. The beatitudes, Matthew 5:3-12. The disciples & Christians the salt of the earth, and light of the world, Matthew 5:13-16. Christ is not come to destroy, but confirm and fulfill, the Law and the Prophets, Matthew 5:17-19. Of the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, Matthew 5:20. Interpretation of the precepts relative to murder, anger, and injurious speaking, Matthew 5:21, Matthew 5:22. Of reconciliation, Matthew 5:23-26. Of impure acts and propensities, and the necessity of mortification, Matthew 5:27-30. Of divorce, Matthew 5:31, Matthew 5:32. Of oaths and profane swearing, Matthew 5:33-37. Of bearing injuries and persecution, Matthew 5:38-41. Of borrowing and lending, Matthew 5:42. Of love and hatred, Matthew 5:43-46. Of civil respect, Matthew 5:47. Christ's disciples must resemble their heavenly Father, Matthew 5:48.
Matthew 5:1-12: The Beatitudes
Blessed means: happy cf: Psalm 1:1ff; Poor in Spirit (discouraged) Matthew 18:3ff; Mourn (sorrowful) cf: II Corinthians 7:10, Meek (gentle & lowly) Greek word used to describe a wild animal trained for service such as a horse fit for the bridle and saddle cf: Matthew 11:28-29. Hunger & Thirst after Righteousness cf: Matthew 6:33 & John 6:35; Merciful cf: Isaiah 58:6-7 & James 2:13; Pure in Heart cf: Proverbs 4:23, Acts 15:9 & Psalm 51:10-12; Peaceful cf Isaiah 9:6ff, Romans 12:18ff; Persecuted cf: II Timothy 3:12, Rejoice cf: Romans 8:17; The Sermon on the mount is the heart of Jesus' teaching. Blessed is not in unfortunate condition itself, but in the glorious reward to come. Heaven is so superior to anything on earth that anything that increased our longing for heaven is a blessing.
The 2nd Coming of Christ: Judgment & The End of the World
Christian Age marked by a Great falling away, cf: II Thessalonians 2:1ff, The Man of Sin or Lawlessness, many antichrists, cf: I John 2:18-19 and False Prophets and teachers, II Peter 2-3; watch and pray, Luke 21:34-35, Matthew 24:42-44, Mark 13:35-37. The times of the Gentiles, Luke 21:20-24, precedes the Second Coming. The Destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD, a Type or Shadow of the Second Coming, Matthew 24:27-31; Angels accompanied by a trumpet, ; the Resurrection of the Dead, Job 25-27, Isaiah 26:19, Daniel 12:2-3, Matthew 25:31-46, John 11:25-26, John 6:40; final Judgment, John 6:63, 12:48, 5:21-30, II Corinthians 5:10; The End, Jude 14-15, I Corinthians 15:24-26. Christians will be Caught Up to meet the Lord in the air, I Thessalonians 4:13-17. Changed and given Immortal bodies, I Corinthians 50-55 and I John 3:2; Earth burned up in Flaming Fire, II Thessalonians 1:7-8, II Peter 3:7-13; the Great White Throne of Judgment, Revelation 20:11-15; the New Heaven and Earth, Revelations 21:1-4, 21:16
The Earth to Be Destroyed by Fire at Christ's 2nd Coming
The apostle shows his design in writing this and the preceding epistle, II Peter 3:1, TO encourage them to remember (study) the entire revelation of God as found in the scriptures. 1I Peter 3:2. Describes the nature of the heresies which should take place in the last times or Christian age ending with the Coming of the Lord. 1I Peter 3:3-8. A thousand years with the Lord are but as a day, II Peter 3:9. He will come and judge the world as he has promised, and the heavens and the earth shall be burnt up, 1I Peter 3:10. How those should live who expect these things, II Peter 3:11, II Peter 3:12. Of the new heavens and the new earth, and the necessity of being prepared for this great change, Revelation 21 1I Peter 3:13, II Peter 3:14. Concerning some difficult things in Paul 's letters that false teachers twist 1I Peter 3:15, II Peter 3:16. We must watch against the error of the wicked, grow in grace, and give all glory to God, 1I Peter 3:17, II Peter 3:18.
Judgments of God - II Peter 2
Angels who Sinned, The Flood & Sodom II Peter Chapter 2 False teachers foretold, who shall bring in destructive doctrines right along side the truth of scripture but substituted for the truth and shall pervert many, but at last be destroyed by the judgments of God, II Peter 2:1-3. Instances of God's judgments in the rebellious angels, II Peter 2:4. In the pre-flood antediluvians, II Peter 2:5. In the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, II Peter 2:6-8. The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly, as well as to punish the ungodly, II Peter 2:9. The character of those seducing teachers and their disciples; they are unclean, presumptuous, speak evil of dignities, adulterous, covetous, and cursed, II Peter 2:10-14. Have forsaken the right way, copy the conduct of Balaam, speak great swelling words, and pervert those who had escaped from error, II Peter 2:15-19. The miserable state of those who, having escaped the corruption that is in the world, have turned back like the dog to his vomit, and the washed swine to her wallowing in the mire, II Peter 2:20-22
False Teachers are Coming - II Peter 2
False teachers foretold, who shall bring in destructive doctrines right along side the truth of scripture but substituted for the truth and shall pervert many, but at last be destroyed by the judgments of God, II Peter 2:1-3. Instances of God's judgments in the rebellious angels, II Peter 2:4. In the pre-flood antediluvians, II Peter 2:5. In the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, II Peter 2:6-8. The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly, as well as to punish the ungodly, II Peter 2:9. The character of those seducing teachers and their disciples; they are unclean, presumptuous, speak evil of dignities, adulterous, covetous, and cursed, II Peter 2:10-14. Have forsaken the right way, copy the conduct of Balaam, speak great swelling words, and pervert those who had escaped from error, II Peter 2:15-19. The miserable state of those who, having escaped the corruption that is in the world, have turned back like the dog to his vomit, and the washed swine to her wallowing in the mire, II Peter 2:20-22
The Power and Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ - (Part 2)
The apostle addressed the persons to whom the epistle was sent described by the state into which God had called them, to live their lives, and in which he had placed them; II Peter 1:1-4. What graces they should possess in order to be fruitful in the knowledge of God; II Peter 1:5-8. The miserable state of those who either have not these graces, or have fallen from them; II Peter 1:9. Believers should give diligence to make their calling and election sure; II Peter 1:10, II Peter 1:11. The apostle is aware of his speedy execution, and he wishes to confirm and establish those Churches in the true faith, II Peter 1:12-15. The certainty of the Gospel, and the convincing evidence which the apostle had of its truth from being present at the transfiguration of Christ, by which the word of prophecy was made more sure, II Peter 1:16-19. How the prophecies came, and their nature, all can understand prophecy alike if your doctrine doesn't get in the way II Peter 1:20, spake as they were moved by Holy Spirit ie: "carried along" II Peter 1:21
The Power and Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ - (Part 1)
I Peter 1 The apostle addressed the persons to whom the epistle was sent described by the state into which God had called, them to live their lives and in which he had placed, them, II Peter 1:1-4. What graces they should possess in order to be fruitful in the knowledge of God, II Peter 1:5-8. The miserable state of those who either have not these graces, or have fallen from them, II Peter 1:9. Believers should give diligence to make their calling and election sure, II Peter 1:10, II Peter 1:11. The apostle's is aware of his speedy execution, and he wish to confirm and establish those Churches in the true faith, II Peter 1:12-15. The certainty of the Gospel, and the convincing evidence which the apostle had of its truth from being present at the transfiguration of Christ, by which the word of prophecy was made more sure, II Peter 1:16-19. How the prophecies came, and their nature, all can understand prophecy alike if your doctrine doesn't get in the way II Peter 1:20, spake as they were moved by Holy Spirit ie: "carried along" II Peter 1:21.
The Great Falling Away
The Man of Sin or The man of Lawlessness & The Great Falling Away
II Thessalonians 2:1--13, Who in history could possibly be a man ruling in the
church Roman Catholic 606AD Boniface III took the title of Pope (pappas) or
Universal Bishop of Roman Catholic Church. Colossians 1:18, Matthew16:16-18, II Timothy
2:15, Matthew 23:9, Ephesians 2:8. Matthew 6:7. Shortly Rome made laws & many truths of
God were changed into the teaching of men: cf: Matthew 15:9, Latin to be only
language of scriptures. Call no man Father cf: Matthew 23:9. Saved by grace not
works cf: Ephesians 2:8. Mary not mediator between God & man cf: I Timothy 2:5. Ask in
Jesus' name not Mary's cf: John 16:23-26. "Our Father" & "Hail Mary" vain
repetitions cf: Matthew 6:7. Hell has no halfway house called Purgatory cf: Luke
16:19-31. No such thing as separate priesthood, all Christians are priests cf:
I Peter 2:5. Bishops must be the husband of one wife cf: I Timothy 3:1-7 & Titus
1:5-8. Celibacy is a doctrine of devils cf: I Timothy 4:1-3, Pope is anti-christ
cf: Colossians 1:18. The Greek prefix anti means instead of or in place of & carries
the idea of substitution. Anything instead of Christ, in place of Christ or
substituted for Christ is anti-Christ. Anti-christ has been here all along cf:
I John 2:18-19, I John 4:1-3 & II John 1:7. Pope led great falling away & is
man of sin cf: II Thessalonians 2:1-12. Rome sold indulgences & built St Peter's
Basilica making merchandise of people's sins cf: II Peter 2:2-33
No Rapture - No "Left Behind"
The Second Coming of Christ & Our being "caught up together:" The coming of Christ is one event. There is no secret-rapture, the word is not used in the Bible. This make believe non-sense was dreamed up by a man named Darbey in 1831 and was picked up by "pre-trib rapture" enthusiast and proclaimed as truth by Baptist & Pentecostals. At the end of time Christ will come again, Matthew 25:31-46, raise the dead and sit in judgment John 5:21-29, we will be caught up to go with Christ, Pre-trib rapture use I Thessalonians 4:13-14 as proof text but that is at the resurrection which is the last day John 6:40 Saints accompany cf: Jude 14 & The coming of Christ will be accompanied by great signs & wonders, such as at the giving of the Law, cf: Exodus 19:16-19, Christians who are alive will be changed I Corinthians 15:50-52, I Thessalonians 4:16 dead rise, V:17 we are "caught up together", I Thessalonians 5:1 cf: Acts 1:7-8, I Thessalonians 5:2 cf: Matthew24:42-44 & I Thessalonians 5:3-11. this earth will be burned up & we go to New Heavens & a New Earth: Revelations 21:1-2 & 16, & I Peter 3
Christ's Resurrection & Our Resurrection
Christ's Resurrection & Our Resurrection I Corinthians 15:1-4, What Scriptures? Isaiah 53:8-10. he resurrected Christ, seen over 500 witnesses & Apostles, I Corinthians 15:5-7, Paul's Apostleship, I Corinthians 15:8-10, II Corinthians 11:23-28. Apostles preached same things, I Corinthians 15:11. Judaizing false teacher I Corinthians 15:12.negative argument, I Corinthians 15:13-19. Paul says "but now is Christ risen" & firstfruits are proof of a coming great harvest, I Corinthians 15:20. Christ 2nd Adam, I Corinthians 15:2122. There is order in the Resurrection, I Corinthians 15:23. At the end of time, Christ will deliver up the Kingdom, the people of Christ or the Church of Christ, to God, I Corinthians 15:24. Christ King now, cf: Psalm 110:1-4, Acts 2:30, & Hebrews 1:1-9. Christ rules over all things, I Corinthians 15:27-28. Baptized for the dead is one of the hardest verses in the New Testament to understand. In my opinion, Paul is saying that they are being baptized knowing full well that it will lead to their martyrdom & death. Note the context. I Corinthians 15:29-30, cf: II Corinthians 11:22ff. A wake to righteousness, I Corinthians 15:31-34. Paul now states the obvious question of the false teacher in Corinth, I Corinthians 15:35-36. Paul will answer by similitude, I Corinthians 15:36-38, & he answers the same question by application I Corinthians 15:39-41. Greater & different degrees of splendor in the Resurrection, I Corinthians 15:41-44. Christ the second Adam, I Corinthians 15:45-49, cf: Rom. 5:14-21. 2nd Christ in Power & Glory is one event, I Corinthians 15:50-57, cf: Matthew 25:31ff, I Thessalonians 4:13 thru Chap 5:7, II Peter 3:1-18. The work of the Lord, I Corinthians 15:58, is, John 6:29
The Coming of Christ in His Glory
When the Son of Man shall Come in His Glory Matthew 25:31-46 death, judgment & 2nd Coming Christ Hebrews 9:27-28, the basis of the judgment John 6:40, 63 & 12:48; Christ the word of God is the righteous Judge John 5:21-30, all shall appear before the judgment bench II Corinthians 5:10, Christ coming accompanied by the angels Matthew 25:31, Matthew 24:30-31, the great white throne of judgment Revelations 20:11-15; Matthew 25:32-34; come to Christ while you are still alive Revelations 22:17, John 7:37-39 & Isaiah 55:1; heaven is grand above any imaginations I Corinthians 2:9; This is not what you do to be saved, this is what the saved do Matthew25:35-36 cf: Isaiah 58:1-12, The Saints in all ages and lands who had never seen Him answer: Matthew 25:35-40 cf: Galatians6:10; Matthew25:41, Christ is coming with the angels in flaming fire II Thessalonians 1:7-9, Had the lost have seen Him in His splendor they would have denied Him nothing Matthew 25:42-46, the Lord is coming with ten thousands of His Saints ie: "Holy Ones" cf: Jude 14-15
The Parable of the Talents
In this parable of our Lord, four things may be considered: I. The master who distributes the talents. His kindness. He distributes these goods diversely. He distributes his talents with Wisdom. II. The servants who improved their talents. These persons are termed slaves, such as were the property of the master, who might dispose of them as he pleased. Then he that had received the five talents went and traded ... Matthew 25:16. The work was speedily begun; The work was perseveringly carried on; after a long time the lord of those servants cometh, Matthew 25:19. Their work was crowned with success. Luke 2:52. They were ready to give in a joyful account when their master came and called for them Matthew 25:21. III. The servant who buried his talent Matthew 25:18. See the ingratitude of this servant , his idleness, his gross error, his injustice. Hear the absurdity of his reasoning Matthew 25:24. IV. His punishment. He is punished with an everlasting separation from God and the glory of his power. Cast forth the unprofitable servant, Matthew 25:30. Let him have nothing but darkness, who refused to walk in the light: let him have nothing but misery - weeping and gnashing of teeth, who has refused the happiness which God provided for him.
The Parable of the Ten Virgins
"Virgins" - Denoting purity of Christian doctrine and character. "Five of them were wise", or, provident; "five were foolish", which might be translated careless; Matthew 25:1-12. The state of Jews and professing Christians - the state of the visible Church at the time of the destruction of Jerusalem, and in the day of judgment: for the parable appears to relate to both those periods. And particularly at the time in which Christ shall come to judge the world, it shall appear what kind of reception his Gospel has met with. This parable, or something very like it, is found in the Jewish records: in a treatise entitled Reshith Chocmah, we read thus: "... Repent whilst thou hast strength to do it, whilst thy lamp burns, and thy oil is not extinguished; for if thy lamp be gone out, thy oil will profit thee nothing." The necessity of being constantly prepared to appear before God, Matthew 25:13. "watch therefore" If to watch be to employ ourselves chiefly about the business of our salvation, alas! how few of those who are called Christians are there who do watch! How many who slumber! How many who are asleep! How many seized with a lethargy! How many quite dead! "wherein the Son of man cometh" these words are omitted by most versions. We must be ready, Always. Amen.
Christ's Coming Could Be Anytime
"Take ye heed, watch and
pray" "For ye know not what hour your Lord doth come"
Luke 21:24 70AD Jerusalem shall be trodden down of the Gentiles until the
times of the Gentiles be Fulfilled. When you study the Olivet address in the 3
synoptic Gospels said Take ye heed, watch and pray cf: Matthew24, Mark 13 & Luke
21 Luke is plain abomination of desolation is when Roman army surrounded
Jerusalem cf: Luke 21:20 Jesus plainly teaches there is a long period of time
between the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD and His 2nd Coming in Power and
Glory. Other highly learned brethren such as J.W. Mc Garvey, B.W. Johnson's
Peoples New Testament Commentary, and James Burton Coffman's Commentary have a
slightly different understanding of the 2nd Coming of Christ that: Matthew
24:27-34 is like types and shadows and applies to both 70 AD destruction and
the 2nd coming when compared to Luke 21:20-24. Watch and Pray it can happen
anytime Matthew 24:34-51
"Until the Times of the Gentiles be Fulfilled"
Luke 21:24 70AD Jerusalem shall be trodden down of the Gentiles until the times of the Gentiles be Fulfilled. When you study the Olivet address in the 3 synoptic Gospels side cf: Matthew24, Mark 13 & Luke 21 Luke makes it plain the abomination of desolation is when the Roman army surrounded Jerusalem & showed their idolatrous standards (like a flag) with an eagle upon a pole cf: Luke 21:20And when ye shall see Jerusalem compassed with armies, then ye know the desolation thre of is nigh. Jesus plainly teaches a long period of time between the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD and His 2nd Coming in Power and Glory. Other highly learned brethren such as J.W. McGarvey, B.W. Johnson's Peoples New Testament Commentary, and James Burton Coffman's Commentary have a slightly different understanding of the 2nd Coming of Christ regarding: Matthew 24:27-31 when compared to Luke 21:20-24. Matthew 24:34-51
The Coming of Christ in the Destruction of Jerusalem (Part 2)
Jesus plainly says these things would take place in that generation - 40 years Matthew 24:34. It was 40 years between His crucifixion in 30 AD & destruction of Jerusalem by Titus of Rome in 70AD. What we have is the use of figurative language such as Isaiah 13 where God describes the destruction of Babylon in the same figurative language. Just a metaphor for I'll knock your lights out. Jesus uses this metaphor to describe the coming destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD cf: Isaiah 13:10 with Matthew 24:29. Matthew 24:1-11 cf; II Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 24:12-14, cf Mark 16:20, Romans 10:13-18, Colossians 1:5-6, Colossians 1:23 & I Thessalonians1:6-8, Matthew 24:15 cf: Daniel 9:1-2 cf, Jeremiah 25:10 & 29:10 & Daniel 9:24-27. 69 "weeks" of years is Sabbath years or 7 years. 69 X 7= 483 years till Messiah Comes. 457BC Commandment rebuild Jerusalem less 483 years is 26AD the year Jesus began His ministry. Jesus preached 3 1/2 years was cut off and thereby caused the sacrifice in the temple to cease having any efficacy the last 3 1/2 years is reckoned from 66 AD. Jews rebelled to 70AD when with the abomination of desolation the Roman army surrounded Jerusalem & showed their idolatrous standards (like a flag) with an eagle upon a pole. The word coming often used Old Testament describe God Coming in Judgment cf: Isaiah 13 same language used for Babylon, Ezekiel 32:1ff same language about Egypt & Joel 2:1ff uses the same language to prophecy the destruction of Judah by Babylon & the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 AD Note after Spirit poured out Joel 2:28-32
The Coming of Christ in the Destruction of Jerusalem (Part 1)
Most teach the 24th chapter of Matthew is talking about the end of the world when Jesus plainly says these things would take place in that generation meaning 40 years Matthew 24:34. It was 40 years between His crucifixion in 30 AD & the destruction of Jerusalem by Titus of Rome in 70AD. What we have is the use of figurative language such as Isaiah 13 where God describes the destruction of Babylon in the same figurative language. Just a metaphor for I'll knock your lights out. Jesus uses this metaphor to describe the coming destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD cf: Isaiah 13:10 with Matthew 24:29. Matthew 24:1-11 cf; II Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 24:12-14, cf Mark 16:20, Romans 10:13-18, Colossians 1:5-6, Colossians 1:23 & I Thessalonians1:6-8, Matthew 24:15 cf: Daniel 9:1-2 cf, Jeremiah 25:10 & 29:10 & Daniel 9:24-27 The abomination of desolation was when the Roman army surrounded Jerusalem & showed their idolatrous standards (like a flag) with an eagle upon a pole. The word coming often used Old Testament describe God Coming in Judgment cf: Isaiah 13 same language used for Babylon, Ezekiel 32:1ff same language about Egypt & Joel 2:1ff uses the same language to prophecy the destruction of Judah by Babylon & the destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 AD Note after Spirit poured out Joel 2:28-32
The Church: A Fellowship of Believers is Born
After Peter Preaches the 1st Gospel Sermon he sums up the sermon in Acts 2:36 Jesus was made both Lord and Christ. The people cry "What must we do?" V:37 and Peter gives them 2 imperatives "repent and be baptized" which are figures of speech called a synecdoche in which a part is represented as a whole. Note belief, faith & confessing Christ as Lord is left out of the figure of speech. Much like saying "I'm just working to get a roof over my head" in which "roof" stands for a whole house. Therefore the terms of salvation are everything God has said in the N.T. to be saved. The 2 Promises are "remission of sins and the gift (ordinary) of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:39 shows the perpetual nature of the plan of salvation discussed above. Acts 2:40 better translated "be saved or allow yourself to be saved" by coming to God in the appointed way. Acts 2:41 3,000 baptized and saved on Pentecost Vs: 3,000 killed at the giving of the Law. Acts 2:42 primitive original Christian worship is described. Cf: II Timothy 2:2 Acts 2:43 The Apostles continue to work "wonders and signs" Acts 2:44-46 special gifts were necessary to care for the first 3,000 while they stayed in Jerusalem and were taught. Acts 2:47 The Lord added to the Church daily such as should be saved
The First Gospel Sermon Teaching How to "Call Upon the Name of the Lord"
Baptism of the Holy Spirit Matthew 3:11-12, John the baptizer Luke 24:49 Jesus says it is a promise of the Father & they will have "power from on high" & in Acts 1:8 Jesus says that the power is "The Holy Ghost". Acts 1:26 & 2:1. Chapter & verse divisions were not in the original Bible. Here we have unfortunate chapter break. Acts 2:1 must be read with 1:26 to understand who's being spoken of. "they were all with one accord" The word "they" is an antecedent. Antecedents always refer back to the last-named noun. Which is: "Mathias & he was numbered with the eleven apostles." Thus "Apostles" is the antecedent of "they" in Acts 2:1 Many make the mistake thinking that the 120 in Acts 1:15 is spoken of in Acts 2:1. Acts 2:2 "as of a rushing mighty wind" It was not a rushing mighty wind, it was the same sound. Acts 2:3 "cloven tongues like as of fire" Similarity denies that it is the same. It was not actual tongues of fire, it was "like as of fire". Acts 1:4 the result of this baptism is the apostles' speaking in tongues, languages they had not studied cf: Acts 2:1ff. Acts 1:5-21 A study of "the last days" cf: Joel 2:28ff.
Baptism of the Holy Spirit
Baptism of the Holy Spirit Matthew 3:11-12, John the baptizer Luke 24:49 Jesus says it is a promise of the Father & they will have "power from on high" & in Acts 1:8 Jesus says that the power is "The Holy Ghost". Acts 1:26 & 2:1. Chapter & verse divisions were not in the original Bible. Here we have unfortunate chapter break. Acts 2:1 must be read with 1:26 to understand who's being spoken of. "they were all with one accord" The word "they" is an antecedent. Antecedents always refer back to the last-named noun. Which is: "Mathias & he was numbered with the eleven apostles." Thus "Apostles" is the antecedent of "they" in Acts 2:1 Many make the mistake thinking that the 120 in Acts 1:15 is spoken of in Acts 2:1. Acts 2:2 "as of a rushing mighty wind" It was not a rushing mighty wind, it was the same sound. Acts 2:3 "cloven tongues like as of fire" Similarity denies that it is the same. It was not actual tongues of fire, it was "like as of fire". Acts 1:4 the result of this baptism is the apostles' speaking in tongues, languages they had not studied cf: Acts 2:1ff. Acts 1:5-21 A study of "the last days" cf: Joel 2:28ff.
Eye Witness: Introduction to The Book of Acts (Part 2)
Most of Acts is written in 3rd person. The story says: "they did "or "he did ". Later some verses use 1st person plural "we". Acts 16:10-18, Acts 20:5-15, Acts 21:1-18, Acts 27:1, Acts 28:16, thus, the "we" author witness to"we" sections. Purpose writing Books of Luke & Acts tell words & deeds of Jesus Luke & World conquest by Gospel in Acts. Introduction Luke 1:1-4 states purpose. Read Luke 24 with Acts 1. Several threads tie Luke & Acts together: Theophilus cf: Acts 1:1A cf: Luke 1:1-4. Acts 1:1B. He worked a miracle & taught from it. "Do & teach" cf: Luke 24:19. Acts 1:2A Taken up cf: Luke 24:51. Acts 1:2B Given commandments cf: Mark 16:15-16 & Matthew 28:18-20. "To whom" whom" antecedent that refers back to the nearest named noun which is "Apostle" in verse 2. Acts 1:3A "Many infallible proofs" cf: Luke 24:36-43. Acts 1:3B Kingdom of God cf: Luke 24:46-47. Acts 1:4 Wait for the promise cf: Luke 24:49. Acts 1:5 Apostles baptized w/ Holy Ghost cf: Matthew 3:11-12 & the lesson on John 13, 14, 15, & 16. Acts 1:6 Jesus promised the Kingdom to come during lifetime of apostles in Mark 9:1. Acts 1:7 Don't worry about the time, cf: I Thessalonians 5:1ff. the Kingdom of God come with Power cf: Mark 9:1, Acts 1:8A & Power when Holy Ghost comes upon the Apostles, with the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8B Apostles witnesses unto the all the earth, Acts 1:21-22, Acts 2:32, Acts 3:15, Acts 5:32, Acts 10:39-41, Acts 22:14-15, Acts 23:11, Acts 26:13-16, II Peter 1:13-21. Acts 1:9 Is a view from earth & Daniel 7:13-14, is a view of the same event in Heaven. At His Ascension to the Father cf: Acts 2:30-32. Acts 1:10-11 He will come from Heaven again the same way He went cf: Revelations 1:7.
Eye Witness: Introduction to The Book of Acts (Part 1)
Most of Acts is written in 3rd person. The story says: "they did "or "he did ". Later some verses use 1st person plural "we". Acts 16:10-18, Acts 20:5-15, Acts 21:1-18, Acts 27:1, Acts 28:16, thus, the "we" author witness to"we" sections. Purpose writing Books of Luke & Acts tell words & deeds of Jesus Luke & World conquest by Gospel in Acts. Introduction Luke 1:1-4 states purpose. Read Luke 24 with Acts 1. Several threads tie Luke & Acts together: Theophilus cf: Acts 1:1A cf: Luke 1:1-4. Acts 1:1B. He worked a miracle & taught from it. "Do & teach" cf: Luke 24:19. Acts 1:2A Taken up cf: Luke 24:51. Acts 1:2B Given commandments cf: Mark 16:15-16 & Matthew 28:18-20. "To whom" whom" antecedent that refers back to the nearest named noun which is "Apostle" in verse 2. Acts 1:3A "Many infallible proofs" cf: Luke 24:36-43. Acts 1:3B Kingdom of God cf: Luke 24:46-47. Acts 1:4 Wait for the promise cf: Luke 24:49. Acts 1:5 Apostles baptized w/ Holy Ghost cf: Matthew 3:11-12 & the lesson on John 13, 14, 15, & 16. Acts 1:6 Jesus promised the Kingdom to come during lifetime of apostles in Mark 9:1. Acts 1:7 Don't worry about the time, cf: I Thessalonians 5:1ff. the Kingdom of God come with Power cf: Mark 9:1, Acts 1:8A & Power when Holy Ghost comes upon the Apostles, with the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8B Apostles witnesses unto the all the earth, Acts 1:21-22, Acts 2:32, Acts 3:15, Acts 5:32, Acts 10:39-41, Acts 22:14-15, Acts 23:11, Acts 26:13-16, II Peter 1:13-21. Acts 1:9 Is a view from earth & Daniel 7:13-14, is a view of the same event in Heaven. At His Ascension to the Father cf: Acts 2:30-32. Acts 1:10-11 He will come from Heaven again the same way He went cf: Revelations 1:7.
The Gospel Teaching on Resurrection (Part 2)
The doctrine of Christ's resurrection according to the Scriptures is The Gospel. I Corinthians 15:1-4, What Scriptures? Isaiah 53:8-10. Jesus the resurrected Christ, seen by over 500 witnesses plus the Apostles, I Corinthians 15:5-7, Paul's Apostleship, I Corinthians 15:8-10, II Corinthians 11:23-28. All the Apostles preached & believed the same things, I Corinthians 15:11. There is a Judaizing false teacher at Corinth I Corinthians 15:12. Paul takes a negative argument, I Corinthians 15:13-19. On the contrary, Paul says "but now is Christ risen" & first-fruits are proof of a coming great harvest, I Corinthians 15:20. Christ the second Adam, I Corinthians 15:21-22. There is order in the Resurrection, I Corinthians 15:23. At the end of time, Christ will deliver up the Kingdom, the people of Christ or the Church of Christ, to God, I Corinthians 15:24. Christ reigns as a King now, cf: Psalm 110:1-4, Acts 2:30, & Hebrews 1:1-9. Christ rules over all things, I Corinthians 15:27-28. Baptized for the dead is one of the hardest verses in the New Testament to understand. In my opinion, Paul is saying that they are being baptized knowing full well that it will lead to their martyrdom & death. Note the context. I Corinthians 15:29-30, cf: II Corinthians 11:22ff. A wake to righteousness, I Corinthians 15:31-34. Paul now states the obvious question of the false teacher in Corinth, I Corinthians 15:35-36. Paul will answer by similitude, I Corinthians 15:36-38, & he answers the same question by application I Corinthians 15:39-41. Greater & different degrees of splendor in the Resurrection, I Corinthians 15:41-44. Christ the second Adam, I Corinthians 15:45-49, cf: Rom. 5:14-21. The second coming of Christ in Power & Glory is one event, I Corinthians 15:50-57, cf: Matthew 25:31ff, I Thessalonians 4:13 thru Chap 5:7, II Peter 3:1-18. The work of the Lord, I Corinthians 15:58, is, John 6:29
The Gospel Teaching on Resurrection (Part 1)
The doctrine of Christ's resurrection according to the Scriptures is The Gospel. I Corinthians 15:1-4, What Scriptures? Isaiah 53:8-10. Jesus the resurrected Christ, seen by over 500 witnesses plus the Apostles, I Corinthians 15:5-7, Paul's Apostleship, I Corinthians 15:8-10, II Corinthians 11:23-28. All the Apostles preached & believed the same things, I Corinthians 15:11. There is a Judaizing false teacher at Corinth I Corinthians 15:12. Paul takes a negative argument, I Corinthians 15:13-19. On the contrary, Paul says "but now is Christ risen" & first-fruits are proof of a coming great harvest, I Corinthians 15:20. Christ the second Adam, I Corinthians 15:21-22. There is order in the Resurrection, I Corinthians 15:23. At the end of time, Christ will deliver up the Kingdom, the people of Christ or the Church of Christ, to God, I Corinthians 15:24. Christ reigns as a King now, cf: Psalm 110:1-4, Acts 2:30, & Hebrews 1:1-9. Christ rules over all things, I Corinthians 15:27-28. Baptized for the dead is one of the hardest verses in the New Testament to understand. In my opinion, Paul is saying that they are being baptized knowing full well that it will lead to their martyrdom & death. Note the context. I Corinthians 15:29-30, cf: II Corinthians 11:22ff. A wake to righteousness, I Corinthians 15:31-34. Paul now states the obvious question of the false teacher in Corinth, I Corinthians 15:35-36. Paul will answer by similitude, I Corinthians 15:36-38, & he answers the same question by application I Corinthians 15:39-41. Greater & different degrees of splendor in the Resurrection, I Corinthians 15:41-44. Christ the second Adam, I Corinthians 15:45-49, cf: Rom. 5:14-21. The second coming of Christ in Power & Glory is one event, I Corinthians 15:50-57, cf: Matthew 25:31ff, I Thessalonians 4:13 thru Chap 5:7, II Peter 3:1-18. The work of the Lord, I Corinthians 15:58, is, John 6:29
Resurrection of the Messiah Prophesied
Psalm 2:1-12: This Psalm is Remarkable for its eloquent change of persons. It is like a heavenly stage play with different people who speak. Psalm 2:1-2 The Prophet Speaks & foretells of the coming Messiah or Christ. How do you know this prophecy is of Christ? An inspired Apostle tells me I am tracking this Psalm correctly cf: Acts 4:25 ff. Psalm 2:3 The Enemies Speak Psalm 2:4-5 The Prophet Answers the Enemies Cf: Luke 21:20 Psalm 2:6 God Speaks cf: Hebrews 12:22. Psalm 2:7 The Messiah Speaks cf: Son Luke 1:31, Matthew 3:13ff, Matthew 17:5ff, II Peter 1:15, Acts 13:33, Romans 1:3-4, Hebrews 1:1-6 & Hebrews 5:5. Psalm 2:8-9. God Answers the Messiah cf: Revelation 2:27, Revelations 12:5 & Rev, 19:15. Psalm 2:10-12, Prophet encourages Enemies to submit to God & His Messiah cf: Hebrews 6:18 & Ephesians 1:17-23
Resurrection of Jesus, He "is risen"
The women coming early to the sepulcher on the first day of the week, bringing their spices, find the stone rolled away, and the tomb empty, Luke 24:1-3. They see a vision of angels, who announce Christ's resurrection, Luke 24:4-8. The women return and tell this to the eleven, Luke 24:9, Luke 24:10. They believe not, but Peter goes and examines the tomb, Luke 24:11, Luke 24:12. Christ, unknown, appears to two of the disciples who were going to Emmaus, and converses with them, vv. 13-29. While they are eating together, he makes himself known, and immediately disappears, Luke 24:30, Luke 24:31. They return to Jerusalem, and announce his resurrection to the rest of the disciples, Luke 24:3235. Jesus himself appears to them, and gives them many infallible proofs of the reality of his resurrection, Luke 24:36-43. He preaches to them, gives them the promise of the Holy Spirit, and commissions them: Luke 24:44-49. He takes them to Bethany, and ascends to heaven in their sight, Luke 24:50, Luke 24:51. They worship him, and return to Jerusalem, Luke 24:52, Luke 24:53.
Psalm 22: Prophecy of Jesus' Resurrection
Psalm 22:1 Prophecy by King David written 1,000 BC V:1 fulfilled cf: Matthew 27:45-46; Psalm 22:1-7 fulfilled cf: Matthew 27:39; Psalm 22:8 their words-cf: Matthew 27:43; Psalm 22:9-15 thrust fulfilled cf: John 19:28, brought to the dust of death Genesis 3:19; Psalm 22:16 dogs Hebrew keh-leb male prostitute; pierced hands & feet fulfilled cf: John 20:24-39; Psalm 22:17-18 cast lots fulfilled cf: John 19:23-24; Psalm 22:19-22 fulfilled each Lord's day cf: Hebrews 2:12 because of Matthew 18:20; Psalm 22:23-26 shall live forever John 11:25-26; Psalm 22:27-28 governor fulfilled Matthew 28:18:20; Psalm 22:29 fat upon the earth cf: Deuteronomy 32:14-15, Eat Worship - fulfilled Cf: John 18:28; Psalm 22:29 all they that go down to the dust shall bow before Him cf: Romans 14:11-12 & Philippians 2:9-11; Psalm 22:30 seed child cf: Genesis 3:15; Psalm 22:31 declare His righteousness Romans 1:16-17 & 3:21-26
The Suffering Servant (Part 2)
Isaiah 53 is a prophecy of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ which is the Gospel cf: I Corinthians 15:1-4 written about 750 years before it happened. When is a Prophet a Prophet? When everything he says comes to pass cf: Deuteronomy 18:21-22. Only God knows and can tell the future cf: Isaiah 41:2122 & 46:9-10. As much as the Jews today try to blame the Romans it was the Jews who pre-meditated the murder of their Messiah John 1:11-12 & 11:47-50. The Suffering Servant. The Jews claim this 53rd chapter of Isaiah is talking about the suffering of the nation of Israel. In this chapter, the personal pronoun "He" is used 18 times, "His" is used 13 times, & "Him" is used 10 times, which means God used personal pronouns 41 times to prove this coming Messiah will suffer for the sins of the people. Furthermore, He is contrasted to the people in v 8. Isaiah 53:1A, Paul quotes this verse in Rom. 10:16, & says Isaiah is talking about Jesus Isaiah 53:1B, cf: Exodus 6:6.atonement Isaiah 53:2-4. Stripes Isaiah 53:5 cf: Matthew 27:26, All men are sinners Isaiah 53:6, cf: Romans 3:10-20. Opened not His mouth Isaiah 53:7, cf: John 19:10. Isaiah 53:8 Prison cf: Matthew 27:27-29, "Judgment" cf: Matthew 27:19,Messiah to be Killed, Isaiah 53:8.crucified between two thieves, "Wicked" cf: Matthew 27:38. Isaiah 53:9A. Buried rich man's tomb, Isaiah 53:9B, Matthew 27:57-60. God will see His "seed or child, & prolong His days, Isaiah 53:10, How? resurrect Him from the Grave, Genesis 3:15 & Galatians 3:16, Because of His atonement, He is now called a righteous Servant, Isaiah 53:11, cf: II Corinthians 5:21, who will justify many & Rom. 3:21ff. Isaiah 53:12, there is one mediator between God and men Jesus Christ I Timothy 2:5
The Suffering Servant (Part 1)
God's Servant to Die. Isaiah 42:1-4, Isaiah 42:6-7; Isaiah 49:1, cf: Luke 1:31-33.sword, cf: Ephesians 6:17, Hebrews4:12, & Revelations 1:16., Isaiah 49:3, cf: Luke 22:24-27.Isaiah 49:5-6, cf: Acts 13:47.Isaiah 49:8 cf: I Corinthians 6:2. Isaiah 49:16; Isaiah 50:4 cf: Matthew 22:41-46, Isaiah 50:5-6, cf: Matthew 27:26.cf: Matthew 26:66-68; Isaiah 50:7-11.Isaiah 52:13 cf: John 3:14, 8:28 & 12:32-33, Isaiah 52:14-15, cf: Rom. 15:21. The Suffering Servant. The Jews claim this 53rd chapter of Isaiah is talking about the suffering of the nation of Israel. In this chapter, the personal pronoun "He" is used 18 times, "His" is used 13 times, & "Him" is used 10 times, which means God used personal pronouns 41 times to prove this coming Messiah will suffer for the sins of the people. Furthermore, He is contrasted to the people in v 8. Isaiah 53:1A, Additionally, Paul quotes this verse in Rom. 10:16, & says Isaiah is talking about Jesus Isaiah 53:1B, cf: Exodus 6:6.atonement Isaiah 53:2-4. Stripes Isaiah 53:5 cf:Matthew 27:26, All sinners Isaiah 53:6, cf: Romans 3:10-20. Opened not His mouth Isaiah 53:7, cf John 19:10. Isaiah 53:8 Prison cf: Matthew 27:27-29, "Judgment" cf: Matthew 27:19,to be Killed, Isaiah 53:8.crucified between two thieves, "Wicked" cf: Matthew 27:38. Isaiah 53:9A. Buried rich man's tomb, Isaiah 53:9B, Matthew 27:57-60. God will see His "seed or child, & prolong His days, Isaiah 53:10, How? resurrect Him from the Grave, Genesis 3:15 & Galatians 3:16, Because of His atonement, He is now called a righteous Servant, Isaiah 53:11, cf: II Corinthians 5:21, who will justify many & Rom. 3:21ff. Isaiah 53:12, there is just one mediator between God and men I Timothy 2:5
Hebrews 12
Having so many incitements to holiness, patience, and perseverance, we should lay aside every hindrance, and run with patience the race that is set before us, taking our blessed Lord for our example, Hebrews 12:1-4, cf: I Corinthians 9:24-27 & Phillipians 3:13-14. These sufferings are to be considered as fatherly chastisements from God, and to be patiently submitted to on account of the benefits to be derived from them, Hebrews 12:5-11. They should take courage and go forward, Hebrews 12:12, Hebrews 12:13. Directions to follow peace with all men, and to take heed that they fall not from the grace of God, Hebrews 12:14, Hebrews 12:15. References to the case of Esau, Hebrews 12:16, Hebrews 12:17. The privileges of Christians, compared with those of the Jews, by which the superior excellence of Christianity is shown, Hebrews 12:18-24. They must take care not to reject Jesus, who now addressed them from heaven, and who was shortly to be their Judge, Hebrews 12:25-27. As they were called to receive a kingdom, they should have grace, whereby they might serve God acceptably, Hebrews 12:28, Hebrews 12:29.
From Death & Slavery to Eternal Life
Psalm 23:1-6, David's confidence in The Great Shepherd - John 10:11, 10:14, Hebrews 13:20, I Peter 2:35, 5:4; John 11:1-44, Christ raises Lazarus after Four Days Dead; Romans 1:16-20, the Power of God unto Salvation; I Corinthians 15:1-4, the Gospel of Christ's Resurrection; Romans 6:1-14, Obeying the Gospel and Crucifying the body of sin.
Hebrews 12
Hebrews 12 Having so many incitements to holiness, patience, and perseverance, we should lay aside every hindrance, and run with patience the race that is set before us, taking our blessed Lord for our example, Hebrews 12:1-4. These sufferings are to be considered as fatherly chastisements from God, and to be patiently submitted to on account of the benefits to be derived from them, Hebrews 12:5-11. They should take courage and go forward, Hebrews 12:12, Hebrews 12:13. Directions to follow peace with all men, and to take heed that they fall not from the grace of God, Hebrews 12:14, Hebrews 12:15. References to the case of Esau, Hebrews 12:16, Hebrews 12:17. The privileges of Christians, compared with those of the Jews, by which the superior excellence of Christianity is shown, Hebrews 12:18-24. They must take care not to reject Jesus, who now addressed them from heaven, and who was shortly to be their Judge, Hebrews 12:25-27. As they were called to receive a kingdom, they should have grace, whereby they might serve God acceptably, Hebrews 12:28, Hebrews 12:29.
Faith: Hebrews 11 (Part 2)
A definition of faith, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:2. What are its immediate objects, Hebrews 11:3. What are its effects, instanced in Abel, Hebrews 11:4. In Enoch, Hebrews 11:5, Hebrews 11:6. In Noah, Hebrews 11:7. In Abraham, Hebrews 11:8-10. In Sara, Hebrews 11:11. In their righteous posterity, Hebrews 11:12-16; In Abraham's offering of his son Isaac, Hebrews 11:17-19. In Isaac, Hebrews 11:20. In Jacob, Hebrews 11:21. In Joseph, Hebrews 11:22. In Moses, Hebrews 11:23-28. In the Israelites in the wilderness, Hebrews 11:29. In the fall of Jericho, Hebrews 11:30. In Rahab, Hebrews 11:31. In several of the judges, and in David, Samuel, and the prophets, Hebrews 11:32-34. The glorious effects produced by it in the primitive martyrs, Hebrews 11:35-40.
Faith: Hebrews 11 (Part 1)
A definition of faith, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:2. What are its immediate objects, Hebrews 11:3. What are its effects, instanced in Abel, Hebrews 11:4. In Enoch, Hebrews 11:5, Hebrews 11:6. In Noah, Hebrews 11:7. In Abraham, Hebrews 11:8-10. In Sara, Hebrews 11:11. In their righteous posterity, Hebrews 11:12-16; In Abraham's offering of his son Isaac, Hebrews 11:17-19. In Isaac, Hebrews 11:20. In Jacob, Hebrews 11:21. In Joseph, Hebrews 11:22. In Moses, Hebrews 11:23-28. In the Israelites in the wilderness, Hebrews 11:29. In the fall of Jericho, Hebrews 11:30. In Rahab, Hebrews 11:31. In several of the judges, and in David, Samuel, and the prophets, Hebrews 11:32-34. The glorious effects produced by it in the primitive martyrs, Hebrews 11:35-40.
The Beatitudes and the Maledictions: Blessings and Curses
OT words for Blessed: Barak-to cause to kneel in adoration; &, Esher-Happy. God blesses (barak) Adam & Eve, Genesis 1:26-28; Noah, Genesis 9:1; & Abraham, Genesis 12:1-3. God curses serpent, Genesis 3:14; ground, 3:17; Cain, 4:11; & Canaan, 9:25. Deuteronomy 27 Blessing/Curses pronounced: Mt Gerazim blessings, Mt Ebal cursings, cf: Jos 8:30-34. Deuteronomy 28 contrasts vs 1-14 blessings: vs 15-68 curses. David's Beatitudes: Psalm 1:1; 32:1-2; 33:12; 34:8; 37:26 (Barak); 40:4; 41:1; 65:4; 84:5, 12; 89:15; 94:12; 112:1; 128:1. Two words in NT for Blessed: Eulogio - to adore, to praise; Makarios - to be happy. Jesus' Beatitudes from Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:1-12; Greek for blessed is Makarios. Beatitudes & woes from Sermon on the Plain. Luke 6:12-28. In V28 the word "bless" is Eulogio. Jesus separates sheep from goats, Matthew 25:31-46. V34. "come ye Blessed (eulogio) of My Father, inherit the kingdom..." the blessing is in the inheritance. V41. "depart from me ye cursed..." How do we obtain blessings & not the curse? Jas 1:25, 2:8. Look into perfect law of liberty-Royal Law. And do. Love God & thy neighbor. ICo 16:22 If any man love not Lord Jesus Christ let him be Anathema Maranatha.
Will God Forgive Me or Have I Committed the "Unforgiveable Sin?"
Hebrews 10 v.1 Not the things, the shadow; v.2 offered over & over; v.3 daily, monthly, yearly; v.4 animal blood pointed toward Lamb; v.5 Christ's Body needed, Psalm 40:6-8; v.6 not His will, Leviticus 1:17 & 4:1 thru 5:13; v.7 Christ comes; v.8 Levitical sacrifices don't please God; v.10 sins removed; v.11 not good enough; v.12 One Sacrifice & Done; v.13 enemies conquered; v.14 sanctified, Hebrews 2:11, 10:10, 10:29, I Co 1:2; v.15 perfected; v.16 covenant, Jeremiah 31:33-34, Hebrews 8:10; v.17 remembered no more; v.18 remission; v.19 assurance of heaven; v.20 Christ is THE WAY; v.21 High Priest; v.22 heart/spirit cleansed, Titus 3:5, Act 22:16; v.23 cling to faith; v.24 care for each other; v.25 temptation to stay away from church; v.26 deliberately trample Christ's will; v.27 only judgment ahead, Hebrews 6:1 - those that oppose Jesus, Matthew 12:22-37; v.28 willfully rebelled - death, Numbers 15:30-36, Deu13:6-10; v.29 rejected; v.30 vengeance; v.31 fearful; v.32 persecution; v.33 reproached; v.34 sympathy; v.35 trial; v.36 patience, Ro 5:3-5; v.37 Christ coming, Habakkuk 2; v.38 faith, Habakkuk 2:4, Psalm 5:4; v.39 live by faith.
Types & Shadows: The Church & The Temple (Part 2)
The OT Tabernacle & Temple were a material, or, physical form of worship commanded in Exodus 40. Hebrews 10:1, & 8:5-6. Shadows: Hebrews 8:5-6, Hebrews 9:1; Perfect Sacrifice, Exodus 20:22; Lamb, Jn 1:29; Horn, I Co 5:7, Exodus 29:38, Lk 1:69, Psalm 18:2, Psalm 132:17, Hebrews 6:18; living sacrifice, Ro 12:1-2; Laver, Exodus 19:5-6, Act 2:38-39, Ti 3:5, Galatians 3:27; anointed, Exodus 30:22-33, Leviticus 14: & 27, Hebrews 1:9, Act 2:38, & 47, Ephesians 2:19-22; tabernacle, Hebrews 9:2, I Peter 2:5-9; candlestick, Exodus 25:31-40, Matthew 5:14-16; shewbread, Leviticus 24:5-9, Matthew 26:26-30; Holy of Holies, Hebrews 9:3; incense, Lk 1:8-10. Direct access, Matthew 27:51, Revelations 5:8, Hebrews 10:19-22. Contents of Holy of Holies: ark of the covenant, Hebrews 9:4, Leviticus 16:12, Exodus 25:10-16; gold pot, Exodus 16:32-34; Aaron's rod, Numbers 17:1-11; tables, Deuteronomy 10:1-5; cherubims, Hebrews 9:5, Genesis 3:24. 1st tabernacle, Hebrews 9:6; 2nd tabernacle, Hebrews 9:7, Leviticus 16:11-15, Exodus 30:10-25; Veil still intact, Hebrews 9:8; figures, Hebrews 9:9; flesh, Hebrews 9:10; Christ the High Priest, Hebrews 9:11; Christ's blood, Hebrews 9:12, Hebrews 7:22-27; bulls & goats, Hebrews 9:13, Numbers 19:21; blood of Christ, Hebrews 9:14; mediator, Hebrews 9:15; inheritance, Hebrews 9:16-17; without blood, Hebrews 9:18; Moses sprinkled blood , Hebrews 9:19-23, Exodus 24:1-8, (Exodus 21-23), Exodus 40:9-15, Leviticus 8:24, Leviticus 16:16, 19, & 33, Hebrews 8:5; intercedes, Hebrews 9:24-25; Christ suffers once, Hebrews 9:26; judgment, Hebrews 9:27; sin offering, Hebrews 9:28.
Types & Shadows: The Church & The Temple (Part 1)
The OT Tabernacle & Temple were a material, or, physical form of worship commanded in Exodus 40. Hebrews 10:1, & 8:5-6. Shadows: Hebrews 8:5-6, Hebrews 9:1; Perfect Sacrifice, Exodus 20:22; Lamb, Jn 1:29; Horn, I Co 5:7, Exodus 29:38, Lk 1:69, Psalm 18:2, Psalm 132:17, Hebrews 6:18; living sacrifice, Ro 12:1-2; Laver, Exodus 19:5-6, Act 2:38-39, Ti 3:5, Galatians 3:27; anointed, Exodus 30:22-33, Leviticus 14: & 27, Hebrews 1:9, Act 2:38, & 47, Ephesians 2:19-22; tabernacle, Hebrews 9:2, I Peter 2:5-9; candlestick, Exodus 25:31-40, Matthew 5:14-16; shewbread, Leviticus 24:5-9, Matthew 26:26-30; Holy of Holies, Hebrews 9:3; incense, Lk 1:8-10. Direct access, Matthew 27:51, Revelations 5:8, Hebrews 10:19-22. Contents of Holy of Holies: ark of the covenant, Hebrews 9:4, Leviticus 16:12, Exodus 25:10-16; gold pot, Exodus 16:32-34; Aaron's rod, Numbers 17:1-11; tables, Deuteronomy 10:1-5; cherubims, Hebrews 9:5, Genesis 3:24. 1st tabernacle, Hebrews 9:6; 2nd tabernacle, Hebrews 9:7, Leviticus 16:11-15, Exodus 30:10-25; Veil still intact, Hebrews 9:8; figures, Hebrews 9:9; flesh, Hebrews 9:10; Christ the High Priest, Hebrews 9:11; Christ's blood, Hebrews 9:12, Hebrews 7:22-27; bulls & goats, Hebrews 9:13, Numbers 19:21; blood of Christ, Hebrews 9:14; mediator, Hebrews 9:15; inheritance, Hebrews 9:16-17; without blood, Hebrews 9:18; Moses sprinkled blood , Hebrews 9:19-23, Exodus 24:1-8, (Exodus 21-23), Exodus 40:9-15, Leviticus 8:24, Leviticus 16:16, 19, & 33, Hebrews 8:5; intercedes, Hebrews 9:24-25; Christ suffers once, Hebrews 9:26; judgment, Hebrews 9:27; sin offering, Hebrews 9:28.
Daniel's 70 Weeks of Years - Daniel 9:1-27
Jeremiah prophesizes 70 years of captivity cf Jeremiah 25:11-14 & 29:10 & II Chronicles 36:21 Daniel 9:1 Change of power caused Daniel to search the scriptures. The angel explains to Daniel, Daniel 9:24 These verses are dealing with the first coming of Christ not His second coming. Note Isaiah 53 says the Messiah will accomplish the same redemptive works found in this verse by sacrificing Himself for transgression cf: Isaiah 53:5, 8 &12, sin cf: Isaiah 53:10 & 12 iniquity cf: Isaiah 53:5, 6 &11. Additionally the Messiah is to bring in "everlasting righteousness" referring to the gospel and the church dispensation cf: Romans 1:16-17 & Romans 3:21-26. Daniel - 70 Weeks of Years Daniel 9:1 & 9:24-27, Sixty-Nine weeks of years until the Messiah comes. 69 times 7 years equals 483 years. The Principal Commandment was in 457 BC minus 483 years equals 26 AD the very year Jesus is baptized by John & begins His public ministry being "about 30". Luke 3:23.
