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The Rock: Book 1 Part 5
As we continue our study with Peter, the rock, he may have started off as a man building his house upon sand; very impulsive, assertive, ambitious, and direct which often got him into trouble, causing an unstable foundation. But, in the epistle of I Peter, we see Peter transformed fromThe Rock: Book 1 Part 4
We left off last week in Chapter 3 with the question: “As Believers are we required to have a relationship with weak Christians?” This question came from the statement Peter made in I Peter 3:8 which said: “Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love asThe Rock: Book 1 Part 3
We left off last week discussing how the Apostle Peter informed Believers not only how to conduct themselves in the house of God, but also how they should desire the sincere milk of the Word as newborn babes. Then, he emphasized how as Believers we should submit to those inThe Rock: Book 1 Part 2
In I Peter 2:1, the Apostle Peter instructed the Believers as to what needed to be laid aside or to get rid of in their lives to become mature Christians. They must rid themselves of all malice (i.e. the intention or desire to do evil; ill will); all guile (i.e.The Rock: Book 1
As we observe the first epistle of Peter, we learn that “persecution can cause either growth or bitterness in a Christian’s life.” But the way a person response to the persecution will determine their results. Peter at this time wrote to encourage the Jewish believers who were struggling in the midstThe Rock: Study Of 1 & 2 Peter: Peter Introduction Part 2
As we pick up this week on the controversial Apostle Peter that was known for his boldness as well as his impulsive and tempestuous behavior, we find that Jesus yet took great interest in him. Many times, what others may see as our negatives, God will use as a positiveThe Rock: Study Of 1 & 2 Peter: Peter Introduction Part 1
After a time of prayer, I thought it would be advantageous for us to delve into a brief study on the books of Peter as we continue the Elect Lady’s Corner. First of all, who is the Apostle Peter and how relevant was he to the New Testament Church thenThe Moses Era 34
So here we are at conclusion of our study in “The Moses Era” according to the book of Exodus. We have completed a brief summary of the 40 chapters in the book of Exodus. The keyword in the book of Exodus is redemption. Redemption can be defined as: #1 “theThe Moses Era 33
We left off last week in Chapter 39 asking the question: How did the children of Israel complete such a great and tedious task of building God a Tabernacle in the wilderness in just 5 months? There were at least 6 dynamics that contributed to their success. 1) God wasThe Moses Era 32
Chapter 37 starts with the building of the Ark of the Covenant. It is interesting that Moses took additional time to repeat the instructions that God had previously given to Israel. It seemed he would have said go back and review the instructions I have already given you from God.The Moses Era 31
We pick up here from Chapter 35 on the significance of the Sabbath Day! God reiterated to the Israelites time and time again about the importance of keeping the Sabbath day! But was that for then and not for now? Well, the 4th Commandment is still a part of theThe Moses Era 30
Chapter 34 Moses returned to God to receive 2 new Tables of Stone. Moses was told to meet God early in the morning on Mt Sinai and he was to come alone; not even the flocks and herds could graze in front of the mountain. God also told Moses thisThe Moses Era 29
We left off last week towards the end of Chapter 32, where Moses was very angry with Aaron and Israel’s sin of idolatry. So, Moses asked the question: “Who is on the Lord’s side, come and stand with me!” So, all the Levites came and stood with Moses. Moses thenThe Moses Era 28
We left off last week wondering how Aaron handled a disobedient Israel that had turned from God to have an affair with another idol god. They demanded of Aaron saying: “Up” or hurry up and make us gods, plural to lead us.” However, we don’t read where Aaron or HurThe Moses Era 27
We are now in Chapter 31 which deals with the workers who would be used in building and furnishing the tabernacle. It is interesting that God required Israel, having lived their days in bondage to Egypt, trained basically in making brick and working with clay, to now work with goldThe Moses Era 26
We left off last week in Chapter 29 discussing the requirements from God concerning Aaron and his son’s consecration as priests before God. However, we should also be mindful to live consecrated lives as we serve God according to I Peter 2:9: “But ye are a chosen generation, a royalThe Moses Era 25
We pick up this week in Chapter 28 where God had instructed Moses how the ephod should be made. The ephod was the elaborate outer garment worn by the High priest while linen ephods were worn by the inferior priests. Samuel wore the linen ephod when he was a childThe Moses Era 24
As we continue the pattern God gave Moses to build Him a tabernacle, God required Moses to make a double covering over the tabernacle; so, when it rained it would not damage the beauty of the curtains inside. The detailed descriptions of its making can be found in verses 7-14.The Moses Era 23
Well, we left off last week with God giving Moses instructions how to build Him a sanctuary, and the willing offering God wanted Israel to donate in the building of His sanctuary. The list for the willing offering included: gold, silver, bronze; blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen;The Moses Era 22
Chapter 24 Here, Moses recorded the second session of laws God gave Him to give to Israel. Again, Moses served as a mediator between God and Israel; and as God spoke the laws to Moses privately, he delivered them to Israel openly. So, Moses came down from the mount and shared