[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]In chapters 6 and 7 Job replied to Eliphaz. He says in chapter 6, "My complaint is just". To get the full impact of the Hebrew poetry reading from a modern version such as the ESV is recommended. Metaphor after metaphor is added by Job in an attempt to explain that nature's lessons do not agree with Eliphaz's contentions. In verses 8-9 Job asks the LORD to take away his life. From verses 24-30 he declares, if you can teach me and show me my faults I am ready to receive instruction. In chapter 7 Job says, that his life now is without hope. The truth of the words of verse 7 are echoed by James in chapter 4verses14-15. Verses 9- 10 of Job 7 tell us of an often-repeated truth in the Bible - that the dead are unconscious and incapable of thought. The rest of the chapter outlines the misery of Job's present life; and that death would be a better option.
The 2nd chapter of Micah pronounces a woe to all who are oppressors. So wicked were they, says the prophet, that nighttime is spent to plan the evils of the next day. And when someone tries to correct them they say, stop preaching to me. All the wicked took interest in was drinking and behaving in in an evil way. For this the prophet chastised them.
The 12th chapter of Hebrews is about patience in hope. The first two verses in some ways belong to the previous chapter. The "cloud" of witnesses refers to the faithful mentioned in chapter 11, plus us (hopefully - 11verses39). A cloud is formed by the action of the sun, which draws vapour from the masses of water in the sea and other places. Twice in v1 of chapter 12 do we hear those watchwords of resolution - "Let us ...". The laying aside of sin is made equivalent to the athlete in the Greek games competing naked; and the besetting sin (the Greek means the sin that sits comfortably with us - i.e. we wouldn't give it a moment's thought. Sin is like that; never let us minimise it in our own eyes). But let us focus our eyes on the Lord of glory, who was crucified naked - for our sake. He is the "author" ("archegos" - founder, starter); and "finisher" of our faith. The late brother John Martin suggested that, if Christ is the "finisher" he is bringing the finishing line towards us, and, what our required part becomes, is to run with endurance until he comes. From verses 3-17 the writer starts with the example of Jesus, to which the testimony of other Scripture is added. As he has put the Lord Jesus Christ before the readers, so he continues to focus their minds on him, as the supreme example of patient endurance under trial. How far was our Lord prepared to suffer on our behalf? The readers, the writer says, had not suffered the loss of blood while struggling against sin - on the other hand Jesus had suffered greatly in dying (and that the death of crucifixion see Philippians 2). Such an example should strengthen the readers' resolve to resume their own struggle. The writer tells them in verses 5-6, that the Proverbs of the Old Testament contain the same message. Chastening is designed to better the character of the one affected by it. Even in human relationships between father and child that is the parent's goal. However, says the writer, sometimes human parents over discipline from their own exasperation. By contrast, God's correction always has the aim of our becoming partakes of our Sovereign's holiness - and the outcome of that, eternal life in the Father's kingdom. Endurance in discipline is aided if the objective is kept in mind.
Chastening, says the writer, is a training in godliness and the end the peaceful fruit of righteousness - compare James 3verses17-18. The distance runner will experience exhaustion; get used to enduring so that your knees and hands will not sag. And don't run a zigzag course - the best path is the straight one.
Always endeavour to live at peace with everyone - Psalm 34; 1 Peter 3verses8-12. Verse 15 tells of Israel's experience in the wilderness, where some, who found themselves at the border of the Promised Land -
see Numbers chapters 26 and 31, fell short. Another example of failure was Esau, who as the firstborn, had a title to blessing, which by his actions he showed no interest in godly matters. Verses 17-29 tell that the faithful, enduring reader would receive an unshakable kingdom. Unlike Sinai, tangible, touchable Mount; Zion spoke of an aspirational future - a hope. Sinai bespoke fear - Zion of love; Sinai of noise and outward show - Zion of peace and enduring permanence (for everything that seems substantial is temporary - and what appears to be non-existent is Divine and enduring 2 Corinthians 4verses17-18). Mount Zion is characterised by seven features, which are truly one -
1) the city of the living God (11verses13-17; Psalm 87).
2) heavenly Jerusalem cp Galatians 4verses26-31.
3) innumerable angels in festal gathering (saints will become one with the heavenly angels - Luke 20verses36).
4) the assembly of firstborns enrolled by heaven (for Christ's kingdom on earth.
5) to God, a judge of all (through His envoy the Lord Jesus Christ (2 Timothy 4verses1).
6) the spirits of the righteous made perfect (in immortality given by Christ)
7) the mediation, or redemption, achieved by the perfect offering of the sinless Saviour.
Verse 25 tells of the rejection of God's words through Moses, at the giving of the Ten Commandments. The one now beseeching them was speaking to them from heaven. Verse 26 recalls both the shaking of the earth at Sinai, and the prophet Haggai's words in chapter 2verses6-7. So, the tangible, touchable Sinai and its representations would be replaced by Zion (meaning conspicuous) and the eternal kingdom for which it stood. The founding principles of faith, hope and love still endure. So, verse 28, picks up twice our watchwords of resolution "Let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe, for (v29) our God is a consuming fire".
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Have you ever wondered if angels are real? Are they actively working in your life right now? In this powerful 2-part deep dive series, we pull back the curtain on the unseen spiritual realm to reveal the **hidden hand of God** and the astonishing reality of **angels at work**.
This isn't just theoretical—it's a practical exploration of how God's heavenly messengers are involved in protection, provision, and fulfilling His divine purpose. We go beyond the Hollywood myths to uncover the biblical truth about these mighty beings. If you've ever felt alone, or wondered if God is truly listening, this series will open your eyes to the incredible spiritual activity happening all around you.
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**🛡️ Psalm 91:11** - For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.
**🔥 Hebrews 1:14** - Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?
**👀 2 Kings 6:17** - And Elisha prayed, "Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see." Then the Lord opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.
**👼 Matthew 18:10** - See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.
**⚔️ Daniel 10:13** - But the prince of the Persian kingdom resisted me twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, because I was detained there with the king of Persia.
**🎺 1 Thessalonians 4:16** - For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.
**🙈 Luke 2:13-14** - Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God...
**💪 Psalm 103:20** - Praise the Lord, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word.
**📜 Revelation 12:7-9** - Then war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon...
**✉️ Luke 1:26-28** - In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth...
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"]A @Christadelphians Video: Description: The Bible Prophets declare the continued existence of Israel is a witness to the Primacy of God on earth - whose purpose, like the Jews, cannot be destroyed. Hitler’s attempted genocide of Jews was predicated on the need for a new World order based upon a godless moral code. Putin blames the Jews for disturbing the Russian Orthodox Church while many nations turn against Israel - yet Isaiah declares : “Ye are my witnesses saith the Lord that I am God .. beside me there is no saviour” - a saviour who stated: “salvation is of the Jews.”
[Revealing] exploration of how anti-Semitism serves as a pivotal sign of Jesus' imminent return. In this thought-provoking Bible talk, we delve into Scripture to uncover the prophetic significance of persecution against the Jewish people. Join us for an insightful and expositional journey through God's Word, revealing the outstanding truths that point to the end times and the hope of Christ's second coming. This presentation offers an inspiring look at biblical prophecies that highlight anti-Semitism as a key indicator of the approaching kingdom of God. We examine historical and modern contexts to provide a wonderful understanding of God's plan for Israel and the world.
### Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction: Setting the stage for anti-Semitism as a prophetic sign
05:30 - Historical Context: Tracing anti-Jewish sentiment through history
12:15 - Biblical Foundations: Key Old Testament prophecies on Israel's persecution
18:40 - New Testament Insights: Jesus and apostles on end-times anti-Semitism
25:10 - Modern Manifestations: How current events align with prophecy
31:50 - Jesus' Return: Connecting anti-Semitism to the second coming
36:20 - Hope and Assurance: God's promises and our response
40:00 - Conclusion: Summarizing key takeaways and call to faith
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### Bible Verses Used 📚
- Genesis 12:3 📖
- Deuteronomy 28:64-67 📖
- Psalm 122:6 📖
- Isaiah 66:8 📖
- Jeremiah 31:10 📖
- Ezekiel 36:24 📖
- Zechariah 12:2-3 📖
- Zechariah 14:2-4 📖
- Matthew 24:9-14 📖
- Luke 21:24 📖
- Romans 11:25-26 📖
- Revelation 12:17 📖
### Tags
anti semitism, Jesus return, Bible prophecy, end times, Christadelphian, Bible study, Scripture, faith, Christianity, Israel, Jewish people, second coming, eschatology, biblical teaching
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