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These words clearly indicate Christ's promises from the Father; hence Satan's attempt for Him to fall to temptation to break continual obedience at the end of the 40 days of fasting in the wilderness ( Matthew 4:2 and following verses). Clearly, we have promises such as in verse 8 where we will only see the destruction of the wicked with our eyes and verse 7 where a thousand fall at our side; 10000 near you which could indicate those on earth at Armageddon or the battle for Jerusalem ( Zechariah 14) or our view of the judgments as they are cast to earth from heaven as seen in Revelation. We are also promised that God will go before us and be our rear guard ( Isaiah 52:12); and the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and delivers him ( Psalm 34:7). Angels are ministering spirits; who have worked to free prisoners from jail in the case of Daniel in the lions den; and Peter in prison. When we are seated in heavenly places ( Eph. 2:6); hence He is our refuge ( Psalm 91:9). We do well to heed to the example of Christ; when he neared the end of His trial at His weakest point the enemy attacked. Patiently waiting until He was ministered to by angels afterward is a lesson to us to trust in Him (v. 2); and see that the Lord is good ( Psalm 34:8). We must endure to the end; but that is only in His strength. We remember that He is our High Priest; ever interceding for us ( Hebrews 7:25 and many other verses in that book).

What is it to be poor in spirit?

S.Spencer I'm about out of breath reading that! Good stuff!

Marcelo The pharisees were not of the believing tribe of the hebrews, it would pay you look at the different

names of lord according to hebrew text which is not shown except in certain places I.E.in Genesis chapter 17:1

I am lord I am the Almighty God which means El shaddai supplier of all need and sufficiency walk before me

and be perfect. The word lord is representative of how God operates with his created works, or in context the

worshippers of unbelievers bowing down to their lord or baal. In the old testament alone there are 12 different

usages in regard to how God functioned at given times.

Marcelo Take the time to look of the different usages of lord in the scripture, very inspirational!

Hi Kathy,

I would like to add to the truth Cait has given referencing Hebrews 12:18-23. For ye are not come unto the mount that might be touched, and that burned with fire, nor unto blackness, and darkness, and tempest,

And the sound of a trumpet, and the voice of words; which voice they that heard intreated that the word should not be spoken to them any more:

(For they could not endure that which was commanded, And if so much as a beast touch the mountain, it shall be stoned, or thrust through with a dart:

And so terrible was the sight, that Moses said, I exceedingly fear and quake:)

BUT YE ARE COME UNTO MOUNT SION, AND UNTO THE CITY OF THE LIVING GOD, THE ( HEAVENLY JERUSALEM, ) and to an innumerable company of angels,

To the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven, and to God the Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect,

Notice the contrast. In Exodus 19:10-12. THE LORD TELL MOSES TO SANCTIFY THE PEOPLE AND TELL THEM TO WASH THERE CLOTHES, and bring them the third day, and they still couldn't touch the border of the law given mountain!!

In the Heavenly Jerusalem God don't wash garments, he gives new ones.

Zechariah 2:10-13.

Zechariah 3:1-9.

Ephesians 4:20-24.

Colossians 3:9-10.

Parallel-

Galatians 4:21-26. Tell me, ye that desire to be under the law, do ye not hear the law?

For it is written, that Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman.

But he who was of the bondwoman was born after the flesh; but he of the freewoman was by promise.

WHICH THINGS ARE AN ALLEGORY: FOR THESE ARE THE TWO COVENANTS; the one from the mount Sinai, which gendereth to bondage, which is Agar.

For this Agar is mount Sinai in Arabia, and answereth to Jerusalem which now is, and is in bondage with her children.

BUT JERUSALEM WHICH IS ABOVE IS FREE, WHICH IS THE MOTHER OF US ALL.

Romans 8:3-4.

A general area to study in.

Hopefully someone will add.

God bless.

Jim There's one thing I keep in mind about Gods Word everything He said where when why how and to

whom and the way He said What He said is for a reason. Its the hidden treasures so to speak of the scripture.

Brings to mind Mathew 5:18 every Jot and tittle every smallest mark of hebrew alphabet and every ornamental

mark in hebrew writing will be fulfilled. I looked that up UNBELIEVABLE! It hurt my Head! God Bless!

Hi, why the Bible does not use the real names of God or Jesus and use the word Lord.

There are lots of lords in England.

God's real name is YHWH there are many god's Satan is a god.

Jesus' real name is Yahusha and in his time here in the world there was no letter J.

why use the Jews in the Bible as if they were YHWH people they are not the Hebrews of old, they are the Pharisees, that hated Yahusha.

They are pure Cabal from the Russian steps.

Are you even able to answer me? If you are it would be much appreciated.

YAH BLESS

Marcelo

Gigi My heart in my communication is only for greater understanding what a person chooses to believe or

not believe is based on a lot of background info whether proven or not. Myself I had absolutely no type

of denomination background at all but I spent literally when i was younger a full year of just going to work 8 hrs.

and studying the scripture all the rest of the time I had no contact with the outside world period. Then I

went out and watched others and listened. Either it lined up or not, I do have research material but again if it

doesn't fit with all scripture I drop it.

Just a bit of heart what started my quest to give anyone possibly a laugh I was at a friends house and

we were smoking something not good I was a hippie, then we flipped through the t.v. channels and the end of

the greatest story ever told came on and I watched this guy going up in clouds and say lo I am with you always

even till the ends of the age. My initial attention getter because I knew mankind the way he was headed was

going to be toast and where was I going to wind up. So went home found my moms bible read the book of

revelation first and went into complete and absolute shock not knowing about being born again and forgiveness

just understanding my butts going to be eternal toast. I didn't eat or sleep for three days, then by Gods grace

got into the gospels and read about this Guy who Loved healed and raised the dead and gave his life

paid so you would be saved. Read Romans 10:9+10 absolutely believed it and that was the start. Lost girl

friend all immediate so called friends and began my new life in Him and never looked back. Eventually SIT

and signs miracles and wonders followed. Also I fellowship with others either in person or by phone hookup

its a bit challenging for me to travel I deal with spinal stenosis not fun. So Gigi there's some of my heart,

I can come across sometimes short or too brief due to my challenged body.

Hello Lorraine. In this account, the Lord had already spoken to Balaam, "And God said unto Balaam, Thou shalt not go with them; thou shalt not curse the people: for they are blessed" ( Numbers 22:12). This was a direct command - there was no further discussion that could be had in it. Yet, Balaam, though still abiding with God's Command & indicating that even if Balak would offer him silver & gold to persuade him, said that he would not disobey the command. But, what was actually in Balaam's heart? His mouth said one thing, but his heart was being tempted & lusting. So, he went to seek the Lord's Word once again on the matter (v19). By doing so, it showed that Balaam was trying to see whether the Lord would change His Mind, or at least, allow him some concession on the matter - that God would understand.

And this time, the Lord told him to go with those men (v20). I see here, that God had a lesson in obedience for Balaam (you've read the account of Balaam's ass encountering the angel of the Lord), & finally Balaam learned it the hard (& painful) way. After learning not to disobey God, Balaam was allowed to proceed & to perform His Will & His Words (in the following chapters). If this had not happened, Balaam would surely have been enticed with the gifts from Balak & therefore brought to him nice, convenient words which Balak wanted to hear. But Balaam learned his lesson & now only brought out God's Word.

And sadly, there are many servants of God, who may be enticed with gifts & the approval of men, who have detoured from God's Word & God's direction for their ministry. This is a story of compromise - there can't be any compromise before the Living God. Remember, how Israel lusted for a king - then God gave them one, Saul, who was not God's choice for them - and they suffered. We should learn from such lessons & apply them to our lives.

Lorraine Whats interesting about Balaam was what it took to stop Him and get His attention,in verse 22 he

is cruising along one an ass with two servants and doesn't see the angel but the ass turned aside! Then he's

headed down a narrow pathway the ass slamming balaam against the wall and balaam beating the ass but the

ass saw the angel dropped down and the prophet didn't get the hint until the the Lord talks to balaam through

the ass's mouth verses 28-30. Wouldn't that be enough to get your attention but God still had to reveal the

angel to balaam to get the hint and he stopped. Eventually he got with balak but didn't tell balak what he wanted

to hear, actually the exact opposite Chapter 23: 19 balaam saying to balak God is not a man that he should lie

neither the son of man that he should repent hath he said and shall he not do it or hath he not spoken and shall

he not make it good. Its funny sometimes in our lives we need nudging like balaam only perhaps for a different

simpler reason.

Thanks Jim for that reference in Luke. It's just that I don't understand "the shape of a dove" to be an exact look-a-like of the bird, but taking on the general form of it & more specifically its manner of descent upon Jesus. In other words, John should NOT have been in a position to observe & exclaim, "Hey lookie there, I see the Holy Spirit coming, taking on the form of a dove - that must make that dove a very special bird created by God". And of course, as I wrote earlier, if the appearance of the 'dove' was perceived to be an animal by anyone, then we would have to ask how does that fit into the other Scriptures that warn us (e.g. Deuteronomy 4:14-19)?

Then of course, we have Acts 2:2,3, with the "cloven tongues as of fire". The similarity is striking to the previous one; again, the understanding of many is that it was actual fire that came upon the apostles who were gathered there, whereas what appeared was the general appearance of fire, maybe even flickering, yet would not cause harm as a fire would. Anyway, I guess we can each have our own perceptions of these, & from so many other biblical accounts, which sometimes adds that extra dimension to our Bible reading & understanding. Thanks again for your thoughts on this.

Carolyn Smith This is when I say let the Word of God do the Work, the witness is in our walk and talk

or lifestyle. Example years ago at an outing at my in laws place one of the children cut his arm near the pool

my brother in law who is an emt rushed over to put a bandage on it, my son went over and had it prayed for

by my wife the bleeding stopped and he jumped back into the pool. My brother in law ask what happened we told him

he was healed he said whatever and nothing was ever mentioned again. So that was a witness, like I said

people will notice a change and if not make a friend just love people where they are at and bring them up

to the Words level or Lead in love, sometimes that takes times. Above all ask God He's the ultimate guide

especially when holding forth His Word. P.S. No Fear walk in Gods Love because 1 John 4:17+18 we are fearless

spiritually in Christ! God Bless

So Abraham was trying to sacrifice his son? I'm a little confused.

Rick

That is a very good explanation.

Thanks.

feast of tabernacles

Does god hold us responsible for not witnessing

B Basically uncomplicated or pure in thought, perhaps even better no ulterior motives on thought or action.

In simplicity thinking based on Gods Word.

Thanks

Bro Dan

Likewise, I appreciate everyone's contribution here.

For me, I am always concerned about posting something that speaks untruth about our Lord, His work, or about our Christoan walk and thus lead someone in a wrong way. So, I am prayerful, and seek the Spirit's guidance because I know that on my own I would surely mess up!

I pray for those on this forum everyday.

Just think, a few months ago I did not know this forum existed! God is at work in each of us as we grow up in Christ.

Hi Cait Hello and welcome thanks to being made the righteousness pf God in Christ Jesus we can stand

in front of our Father with no sense of sin guilt or condemnation in him Christ. Terrific time to be living!

Hi Rick

Understood

Thank you for conversing with me. I find it helpful.

Jesse I bought a used book months ago in a book store for cheap, the origins of hymns of Faith. Its

gives the background story behind the hymns. Its been an I opener to see the pressure the believers were under and what they were inspired to write under incredible pressure. Another interesting piece of history, Abraham lincoln heading to gettysburg to address the troops he had a migraine headache so bad they had his head in ice packs for two hours and during that time he wrote the Gettysburg Address. This stuff is inspiring to me but not nearly as much as studying Gods Word. Touching bases later!

Hi Sister GiGi,

Thanks for your input on this subject, and for sharing your years and depth of experiance with the bible scriptures.

I've always been thankful for your participation here, and I feel that you continue to add enormous value this forum!

God Bless you, and may Christ always light your path!

Hi Free

I was not saying that I belong to the Orthodox denomination.

I was talking about beliefs and doctrine that he church has seemed "orthodox" or correct over the centuries.

I understand that not everyone sees value in that, but I have been part of congregations that are traditional and some that have been charismatic or "Pentecostal".

So, I am not as "narrow" as most people on here may think.

I have studied the tenets of a broad range of denominations

And my lead from the Spirit is to remain within "orthodox" teaching (as I have defined it) and listen to those who may speak things that differ from these teachings. I take everything to the Word and pray for guidance. I realize that on this particular forum I am somewhat of an anomaly in this way. But I do think that m voice here is helpful in that I may say things people have never heard before or say things that make people think and search to test what is said.

Thanks for your response to me. I appreciate the input.

Numbers 22:20,22 please note: Numbers 22:21,

GOD had said "If the men come to call the" the previous verse Numbers 22:19, he had told them to "tarry ye here this night, that I may know what the LORD will say unto me more" Those guys were already there, Balaam didn't wait. GOD has specific instructions at times especially for HIS prophets. Note: Numbers 20:7-12,

Numbers 22:32-34, Numbers 22:35 given the o.k. to go

Hopefully this is helpful.

Jim The analogy in Ephesians is in regard to the way Roman armour covered a soldiers body, whole armour

of God. Stand with shield Gods Word which belief system in Gods word utilized. Also breastplate of righteousness

which is of God in Christ, loins seat of physical prowess girt with truth,feet shod sure footed with gospel good

news Gods peace, then the shield of faith THE FAITH of Jesus Christ by the spirit to quench drown or put out

all the fiery darts lies of the prince of the power of the air, then helmet of salvation soundness of mind with the

sword two edge which is Gods Word. Also jim the term kill in old testament meant murder to take innocent

life, it is not evil to kill in self defense. Many times David gave the order to kill unbelievers because God knew

they would never believe like philistines and other tribes that worshipped other gods.

Hi again, Jesse

I have been reading up on Mitvah and tevilah and teshuvah.

Thanks for bringing these terms up.

I will continue reading as my computer allies me to do. It is having issues and it goes out of use in the middle of things and sometimes I cannot get back on it for several

Hours.

Probably will have to get it repaired. So then I'll be out of its use,

I can use my phone but the screen is small and it is hard for me to read.

To refer back to your last post to me, we all have our strengths to bring to this site, and we all have our weaknesses. So we all have good things to contribute and we all are in a place for instruction to take place.

You have helped me today with something new to read about and consider. I am thankful for that today.

Exodus 19:11-12, please note: Exodus 19:16-25, Exodus 20:18-21, (Expdus 23:22-24, 31-33) , Exodus 24:1-3,7, Exodus 24:9-11, Exodus 24:12-18, Exodus 32:1-7, Exodus 32:8-11,13,14,15,19,21,22, Exodus 32:35, Exodus 33:5, Exodus 33:11-23, Exodus 34:6-7, Exodus 34:30, Exodus 40:34-35, Leviticus 10:1-2,3,

Exodus 2:13-14, Exodus 4:23-26, Exodus 5:20-21, Exodus 6:9, Exodus 14:10-12, Exodus 15:24, Exodus 16:2,3, Exodus 16:19-20, Exodus 16:25-28, Exodus 17:2-4,

Hebrews 13:17,

Hopefully these are helpful to understand more fully the reason.

Please pray for Sister K. She has a sore throat and is afraid it might be Covid. She's afraid of pneumonia. Pray that the Lord would protect her. She also lost her son to fentanyl overdose just a couple months ago. She loves the Lord works diligently every day for Him. Lord help her to sit at your feet and heal her body and protect her Lord in Jesus name amen and don't let the Covid spread to the other elderly's

Rick,

I do know the song "Love lifted me." It is a good one. There are a lot of hymns I like. I am a big fan of bluegrass gospel music. I actually play five different instruments and my favorite music to play is bluegrass gospel. A few of my favorites are Sweet Beulah Land, Wayfaring Stranger, and I Know Who Holds Tomorrow.

I Know Who Holds Tomorrow sung by Alison Krauss and the Cox Family is probably my most favorite!