...Emily Rowe Student ID: BIBL 104 09-22-14 Old Testament Bible Dictionary Project: Book: Isaiah The book of Isaiah was written by Isaiah himself 740-680 B.C. Isaiah is the son of Amos and is often thought to be one of the greatest writing prophets. The key theme for this book is about prophesies: the virgin birth of Jesus Christ, a son called God, Babylon’s kingdom would be overthrown and reduced to swampland, God’s salvation would reach the ends of the earth, God will never forget the children of Israel, Jesus was spat upon, the Messiah would be rejected, God’s servant would die for our sins and be buried in a rich man’s tomb, etc. However, the book also includes other themes such as judgment, holiness, captivity, hope, comfort, and salvation. The book of Isaiah also describes the consequences for Israel’s sins, and what the Lord said would happen to those who did not repent for their sins. We, as Christians are reminded to trust our God with the struggles in our lives, as He will surely bring each of us through all trials and allow us to grow in our faith with Him. Through the book of Isaiah, Christ has shown us what is to come as well as the results of past events. Person: Hosea Hosea was a prophet in Israel who was born and lived in the Northern Kingdom of Israel during 780-725 B.C. He is the only prophet of Israel that left any written prophecy, the Biblical book Hosea, and is he considered of the Twelve Minor Prophets. During his time, he was often...
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...Kimberly Camille M. Andaya BSA IV The New Testament 1. 2. Matthew 3. Mark 4. Luke 5. John 6. Acts (of the Apostles) 7. Romans 8. 1 Corinthians 9. 2 Corinthians 10. Galatians 11. Ephesians 12. Philippians 13. Colossians 14. 1 Thessalonians 15. 2 Thessalonians 16. 1 Timothy 17. 2 Timothy 18. Titus 19. Philemon 20. Hebrews 21. James 22. 1 Peter 23. 2 Peter 24. 1 John 25. 2 John 26. 3 John 27. Jude 28. Revelation What are the synoptic Gospels? The word synoptic is defined as “taking a common view: used chiefly in reference to the first three Gospels” (Random House Webster’s College Dictionary, 1991). Merrill C. Tenney wrote the following regarding the synoptic Gospels: “Between the first three Gospels, however, there is a closer interrelation in content and manner of expression. They have consequently been called the Synoptic Gospels, from the Greek, syn, together, and optanomai, to see, since they take a common view of the life of Christ” (New Testament Survey, 1961, p. 133). The three Gospels that “take a common view” of Christ’s life are Matthew, Mark and Luke. Each writer affords us a special look into the life and teachings of Christ in a different way. One may provide one detail, and another may provide a detail that adds to the account so that the Bible student is able to receive additional insights. These insights give a more complete picture of what...
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...The book of 1 Kings is a historical account of the kings that ruled over the people of Israel and is paired with the book of 2 Kings for a complete account. It is placed within the Deuteronomist history because of its language and references to the law found in Deuteronomy. Other themes of this genre that relates it to Deuteronomy include an emphasis on loyalty to Yahweh, the covenant God made with the people of Israel and the retribution principle. As commentator Volkmar Fritz says expounds, “The Deuteronomist History not only describes the history of the people of Israel from their journey through Transjordan, the conquest of Canaan, and the emergence of kingship to the end of the monarchy in 587, but also explains the course of history...
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...Becoming experts in warfare Praise and Worship (KJV) 2 Corinthians 10:4 (For the weapons of our warfare [are] not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; “The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God & we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” ( 2 Corinthians 10 : 4,5 ). NIV In the spiritual warfare that every christian believer is involved, several invaluable weapons can be effectively used by him or her to destroy the enemy, however great or powerful the enemy be. Praise and Worship, ( praise & thanksgiving with psalms, hymns & spiritual songs and with other tongues), the Blood of Jesus, the name of Jesus, the Word of God ( Sword of the Spirit), prayers & fasting are the main weapons that every believer can use against the enemy. Faith is one important factor that is significant in the usage of the weapons for without faith one cannot please God according to Hebrews 11:6. “ And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that he exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him”. Holiness, Obedience to God, Seperation and...
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...conservative statement, reinforcing the authority of the prophets and leaving them at the pinnacle of Israelite society, the power of the prophets is seemingly checked in the following verses. Verses 20-22, for example, explain that any people assuming control under the pretense of acting as prophets are to be unquestionably put to death. Also outlined is a method for separating real from false prophets, wherein prophecies that come to fruition simply indicate the honesty of the prophet in question. The encouragement for radical change in Israelite society seen in Deuteronomy is further echoed in the first Book of Kings. Chapter 22, for example, describes the attempted conquest of Ramoth Gilead by the king of Israel. The king is advised by Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, to consult his prophets on the outcome of the campaign. All advise him to go through with the attack except for one—Micaiah, who prophesizes that the attack will result in the death of Ahab, king of Israel, and that the Lord has filled the rest of the prophets with a deceitful spirit. The king ignores his words and has Micaiah imprisoned, yet the prophecy comes true and Ahab is killed. Through Micaiah’s prophecy, the death of the king of Israel is apparently justified, indicating further evidence of the Old Testament’s advocacy of social transformation. This is expanded upon by the deceit of the other prophets; their deceit by a spirit of the Lord indicates that even the prophets themselves have fallen out of the Lord’s...
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...Summary of the books of the Old Testament Books) Leviticus The genre of this book is law as defined in the Hebrew language for “teaching”. The purpose of this book was like a “handbook” for the priests and Levites that gave direction of their duties and describes how that family line should lead the Israelites in worship. The book provides ceremonial laws as opposed to the moral laws of Exodus, describing five key offerings made to God for their sins to be forgiven, dietary restrictions for consuming fat and blood, and purification rites to remove uncleanliness prior to worshiping God. There were also rules for healthy living which are just as important today and specific standards for people to live a holy life. “Be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy” (19:2). God also established several holy days and feasts each year for celebration, fellowship and worship which include the Sabbath, Passover, and Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur). The family of Aaron, Moses’ brother, is ordained as Israel’s formal priesthood. Leviticus lists several blessings for obedience and many more punishments for disobedience. Joshua The book of Joshua is narrative account of events following Moses’ leading the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. With Moses and an entire generation of disobedient Israelites dead, God tells Joshua to lead the people into Canaan, their promised land. In Jericho, the first major obstacle, the prostitute Rahab helps Israelite spies and earns protection...
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...TEXAS BIBLE COLLEGE BACHELOR OF MUSIC PROGRAM THE BIBLICAL MEANING OF FASTING AS IT RELATES TO THE CHRISIAN LIFE SUBBMITTED TO BROTHER JEREMY GILLIAM IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF KEYS TO SUCCESS #330 BY KRISTA KNOX FEBUARY 28, 2015 Introduction Fasting is when we as Christians spiritually discipline ourselves. We have to be submissive and be willing to do it. We cannot have a bad attitude when we decide to humble ourselves before God. There are so many different things that we can fast. We do not only have to fast food but we can also fast from media. Fasting brings us closer to God and it strengths our relationship with him. When we fast we are doing it to please God. When we are fasting, we cannot think that we are being starved from something or that something is being taken away from us. We are disciplining ourselves and separating from the world. “We are causing the natural body with its natural human desires to be submitted to the spiritual man within us (Malcomson, Fasting).” There are many different ways that we can fast. People can fast together as a group or even fast on different days throughout the week. You can also do a fast by yourself. In the bible, we are supposed to work and help one another. We need to be a untified and glorified body of Christ. If there is no unity in a church, it will fall apart. Fasting is biblical, and just because it is not required in the bible does not mean that we should not partake in it. Our flesh needs to be disciplined...
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...Harbin: Chapter 14 | The Roller -Coaster South | How did Rehoboam manage to lose most of his kingdom? | He refused to cut taxes and threaten to raise them. | Why is Asa viewed as a good king but given a mixed review? | His lack of faith in God to assist with attack on Baasha in Northern Kingdom. | How did Jehoshaphat show piety on the one hand but political naivete on the other? | He went thru the country removing pagan shrines and sent teachers in the land teaching the law. he was judged for helping the wicked. | What is most memorable about Athaliah? | She proceeded to kill off rest of males in the royal family so that she could rule. | How did Joash bring hope to the Southern Kingdom? | by repairing the temple restoring the worship and sacrificial system. | What did he do that caused him to be assassinated? | He ordered , God's prophet Zechariah to be stoned to death on the temple grounds. His heart was turned away from God. | In what way did Uzziah demonstrate spiritual foolishness? | He went into the temple to burn incense, something only the priest could do. | What were the consequences? | Cause he didn't listen, God struck him with leprosy. | What is most memorable about Ahaz? | Ahaz turned away from YHWH, he served the pagan gods, including Baal, even performed child sacrifices. He promoted the spiritual revival. | Compare and contrast Hezekiah with his father, Ahaz, and with David. | he was viewed as one of the worst kings in the Southern Kingdom....
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...Joseph M. Bolton RELS 103-02 Online Old Testament Studies Spring Semester 2011 Session E May 8, 2011 to July 2, 2011 The Old Testament TimeLine Creation & Primeval History The Creation: * God creates the Heavens and the Earth * God creates man in his image. * God creates Adam and Eve. * God places them in the garden. The Fall: * Eve is deceived and Adams falls. * Adam commits first sin. * God creates The Adamitic covenant. * God cast Adam and Eve out of garden. The Flood: * God cause rain for first time. * Noah, only good human on earth. * Noah and 3 sons build Ark. * Noah gathers animals on the Ark. * Earth and all living destroyed. * Flood ends after 40 days and nights. The Patriarchs Abram 18 Century B.C. * Was called out of Ur. * Abrahamic Covenant. * God changed his name to Abraham. * God promises Abraham Canaan. * Abraham meets Melchizeldek. * Abraham’s wife is Sarah. * Abraham’s nephew is Lot. * Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. * Isaac is borne. Isaac 19 Century B.C * Saved from sacrifice by God’s Hand * Half brother of Ishmael. * Married to Rebekah. * The father of Twins Esau, and Jacob. Jacob 20 Century B.C. * Name means “grabber”. * Favored by his mother. * Jacob schemed his brothers Esau birthright. * Fled the camp...
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...The North Rose Window at Chartres & Its Intricate Stained Glass Story that Depicts the Importance of Christ’s Heritage from the Old Testament Although it may seem an outdated medium, stained glass is one of the most striking and intricate forms of expression. Stained glass has been one of the most powerful sources of storytelling during its extended history, especially in telling the history of Christianity in churches, cathedrals and similar notable buildings. However stained glass hadn’t been the method of communication in Christianity before the Gothic style. “The elimination of solid mural surfaces and the transformation of the Gothic building into a skeletal frame led to the ascendancy of stained glass during the twelfth century” (Bleiberg.) Not only does stained glass serve to tell remarkable stories, but it is also a significant part of the architecture. It is unlikely to find original stained glass windows that are still intact, and so it is not surprising that Chartres Cathedral, 50 miles southwest of Paris, is renowned for its well-preserved stained glass. Chartres began construction in 1194 and continued to assemble until 1250, and so the Rayonnant style remains somewhat cohesive throughout the cathedral. Chartres has three rose windows, created around 1235, which show some of the most stunning examples of high gothic intricacy and tracery. The north rose window depicts the glorification of the Virgin, and through its incredible complexity and striking painted...
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...PURPOSEFUL CHRISTIAN LIFE Definition: Purposeful: having a useful purpose; acting with a clear aim and with determination. Christian Life: showing the qualities that are thought of as typical of a Christian, Christ like.. Some people say that we are just evolutionary result of the survival of the fittest Others think of reincarnation Most of our lives, we have been searching for a purpose for our lives, one that has a deeper meaning than just the basic action of existing on this planet. We felt that our lives were meant for something; and something meaningful and worthwhile that would give us a true reason to live. We searched for this purpose in things like relationships, a career, a job, a hobby, in school, and in many more things, only to find disappointment at every turn; because though these things could preoccupy us for a moment, they would ultimately fail at fulfilling our spiritual desire for a meaningful life. Then we find God, and we feel that we see our purpose clearly. We are full of excitement and hopeful to see what God will do with our lives. The overwhelming joy and excitement that drives us motivates us to share the good news with everyone around us, telling them of the great purpose that God has in store for our lives. We devote ourselves to learning more, growing more, and doing more for God. We surround ourselves with more and more people who call themselves Christians to glean as much as we can from them, astounded at the miraculous experiences...
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...The gospel of John records seven statements that Jesus states, which are readily known as the “I am…” statements. There is an eighth claim that was also made by Jesus about Himself; when He simply states, “I am.” Theologian Elmer Towns states in his textbook, (Elmer Towns) “This is a statement of identification with Old Testament deity. Christ is implying, “I am…I am,” the self-existent One. He is claiming to be their God. The Old Testament is pointing to the coming One. Many scriptures tell that someone is coming. Who is coming? Could it be the Messiah? The people of John’s time were looking, searching, hoping for the One to come. Ray Stedman states in his commentary (Ray Stedman) “In John's day, people were stirred by the fact that John the Baptist had appeared. They asked him, "Are you the Christ?" He said, "No, but he is coming after me," and when Jesus began to preach up and down the hills of Judea and Galilee, men were saying everywhere, "Is this the One? Is this the Messiah?" The first time Jesus made this self-existent claim without explanation or without the use of a metaphor is found in John 4:26. Jesus was speaking to the Samaritan woman at the well in this scripture verse. Jesus being Deity had been telling her things about herself that no one knew. The exchange between the woman and Jesus is very telling. The Deity of Christ is examined by the woman when she states to Jesus in John 4:2, “The woman said to Him, I know that Messiah is coming, He who is called...
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...Genesis The book of Genesis is primarily narrative scripture. Since Genesis is the first book of the entire bible, the focus is on GOD’s Creation and how through the lives of Noah, Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph, he demonstrates his power over them in maintaining his creation. The events of the Fall of man and the Flood are paramount in this book. Genesis begins with GOD creating the world, and everything, and everyone (Adam and Eve) in it. The Fall began when Adam and Eve disobeyed GOD, introducing sin into this world. As mankind multiplied, so did sin. GOD confirmed his power over all things in flooding the earth to rid it of sin, choosing only to keep Noah and his family. Abraham, descendent of Noah, and his lineage was then chosen by GOD in a covenant to be His new nation called Israel. Abraham’s son, Isaac, and Isaac’s son, Jacob continued to be chosen people, kept by GOD throughout trials and tribulations. Jacob’s son, Joseph who was sold into slavery by his brothers only to rule over them and the rest of his family in Egypt during a great famine of that time, closes out the book of Genesis. Exodus The book of Exodus is primarily narrative scripture. This book focuses on the oppression of GOD’s chosen people in Egypt, their departure and journey out of Egypt to the Promised Land led by Moses, and GOD’s covenant with them. Exodus begins where the book of Genesis ends with the 12 tribes of Israel now in Egypt given that Joseph, one of the 12, was...
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...Contact Us Site Map Home Publications Index by Author by Subject ABC's Farm Lessons One Step Poems Prayer USA Historical The Story Behind The Psalms by Dr. Jack Hyles PREFACE There are three books in the Bible from which I read every day—the Psalms, the Proverbs and the book of Acts. I read the Psalms for love, the Proverbs for wisdom and the book of Acts for power. These three things—love, wisdom and power have for years been on the top of my prayer list. One day while meditating on one of the Psalms, I found myself wondering where the author was when he wrote it, what the circumstances were surrounding its writing and what exactly prompted the author to compose such a masterpiece. I fled to the library of my memory and the refuge of my commentaries until my temporary search became long research. This venture was so enjoyable that I traveled the historical path of another Psalm, then another, then another, which soon led to a series of Bible studies at the First Baptist Church of Hammond on the conditions and circumstances surrounding the writing of each of the Psalms. It makes our study richer as we stand beside the author as he writes and as we feel his heartbeat, watch his tears, enjoy his laughter and join in his praise. May the author beg scholastic mercy of the reader. The following words were not penned to be examined by the microscope of the scholar but rather to be enjoyed by the study of the saint. With lovingkindness, a prayerful spirit...
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...BELIEVING THE PROPHETIC VOICE I have also spoken by the prophets, and I have multiplied visions, and used similitudes, by the ministry of the prophets And by a finds it hard to believe the prophets of God always lives in denial. All truth is parallel. There is no sheep without a shepherd. I have body. Do you understand? The God who created the mouth of a man must himself have a heart many people say that they are saved but they do not have a For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves mouth and he actually speaks. church where they belong. The claim has been that they do not enter in among you, not sparing the flock. Acts 20:29. prophet the LORD brought Israel out of Egypt, and by a prophet For God may speak in one way, or in another, Yet man does not was he preserved. Hosea 12: 10, 13 perceive it. Job 33:14 The first thing must be the first thing. The prophecy comes to pass You must put down your pride and learn to believe the prophets only to the people who believe it. The truth of the matter is when for the propensity of your life. Do you understand? When God was God says anything it must happen but the people who find it hard commissioning me to his work, he said to me that he has put his to believe do not at all benefit from that prophesy, Then Elisha word in my mouth and over the years I have seen him perform said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, To- whatever he commands me to prophesy to his people And they morrow about this...
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