Posts tagged with "bible study"

There are many ideas and narratives surrounding the question “What is Hanukkah?” For example, some people might think that Hanukkah is a Jewish replacement for the Christian’s Christmas - after all, they’re usually celebrated around the same time with gifts and merriment. There are many traditions around this 8-day celebration.

The climax of the Fall Festivities according to G-d’s redemptive calendar is Chag Sukkot/Festival of Booths. It was known throughout the centuries as the Zeman Simchateinu/Season of our Rejoicing.

What: Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year when we are closest to G‑d and to the essence of our souls. The biblical name for the Day of Atonement is Yom Hakippurim meaning "the day of covering or concealing."

As believers in the G-d of Israel, it is exciting to see and understand G-d’s redemptive program(calendar) at work for Israel and for ALL who believe in Him. Festival of Passover is one such appointed time to meet with G-d Of Israel.

5th Excuse: Moses’ Unwillingness. This is the 5th and the final objection that Moses provided to God. In a nutshell, this summarizes all of his other excuses up-to-date. Oh Lord, can you send some else because I am not willing to face my past at this time or any other time? Though Moses had a supernatural encounter with God and was given several divine miracles as proof that God is all powerful, the bottom line was he was afraid. Regardless of the miracles, he had experienced and the fact that he had been in the very presence of God, Moses’ feelings of fear overpowered him. Remember, God hadn’t yet assured Moses about his past and about how the last time he left Egypt he was considered to be a fugitive on the run and that now he would be returning to that very place.

Discovering Moses Fourth Excuse Of Moses – Session 14

"Moses 3rd Excuse of Unbelief.Then Moses answered, "But behold, they will not believe me or listen to my voice, for they will say, 'The LORD did not appear to you.'" (Exodus 4:1)" This statement demonstrates Moses’ heart of unbelief. Moses was focused on self by stating they will not believe him. Was it about Moses? One can understand why Moses would be concerned about the elders not believing him. Forty years earlier when he wanted to be Israel’s deliverer he was rejected. At that time, he was told: “Who made you ruler and judge over us (2:14)?” Therefore, Moses was not only concerned whether Pharaoh would recognize his authority, but whether Israel would.

The context for today’s study is the burning bush experience - when Moses turned aside to see the burning bush and the unusual sight not being burned up. He showed intentionality in his actions when God engaged him in training him in reverence of Him. God commanded that Moses remove the sandals from his feet because where God is the place therein is holy, set apart. The holiness of the place is always attributed to God and His presence - not man’s actions. Moses also hid his face for he was afraid to look at God. Since God has Moses’ full attention, He is going to share with him the game plan for his life and for the life of the children of Israel. This demonstrates to us that God’s calling is always personal. From all of the men of Moses’ generation, God had Moses in mind to be His deliverer. In a like manner, each one of us can fulfill our personal calling that God has in mind for us.

What do we pursue in our lives? Men, what catches our fancy? Motivates our hearts? Is it earning that little bit more that keeps us from quality time with our spouse? Our kids? Are we hoping to find our security in what we do rather than in who we are in the Lord? Are we like Moses, choosing to refuse to indulge in the fleeting pleasures of this world and suffer instead for Messiah’s sake? Moses’ choice to abandon the wealth and the pleasures in front of him for the sake of God’s calling is a stark contrast to the “name it- claim it” theology of today!

Moses' action was deserving of death. He took it upon himself to represent God to the Egyptians and to the children of Israel, but in light of how he thought that representation should be. While the Egyptians didn't treat the Hebrews well, the particular Egyptian's action the day before didn't deserve capital punishment. It was actually Moses' actions now that had to be punished and this is why we find Pharaoh seeking Moses in order to kill him. At this, Moses flees for his life and goes to the land of Midian.

As men of God, do we have the same kind of faith that rejects the fleeting pleasures of this world?

The timing of Moses' birth seemed to be an unlikely time for the birth of Israel's deliverer and yet it was the absolute perfect timing for God. God is never late! He is always on His game! We are usually overwhelmed and concerned, much of the time, with that which is right in front of us and therefore we can perceive any seemingly delay on God's part as a lack of concern for us. Our concerns are limited by our understanding and by the pressure points we might be experiencing in any given time. But, God's plan is far-reaching and accomplishes that which it was set out to accomplish since the foundation of the world. Let us not lose courage, as men, in doing good and daily trusting Him with our lives. We have a calling that can only be accomplished in Godly wisdom and in His strength - never apart from Him or His word. Our courage comes from knowing His word and applying it in our lives daily. What a joy it is to be a part of a group of men that desires to know God more! Be blessed in Him!

Discovering Moses: God's Leadership Manual – Session 6

Discovering Moses: God’s Leadership Manual – Session 5

Discovering Moses: God’s Leadership Manual – Session 4

Discovering Moses: God’s Leadership Manual – Session 3

Principles for the Study Of the Bible: Word Study the Messianic way.

Discovering Moses Or God’s Leadership Manual – Session 2 Men's Bible Study

It is important to set up the foundation for the study of G-d's word. We are going to lay the foundation for historical-literal interpretation of the Word.

Discovering Moses - Men's Bible Study learning how to be leaders the way the LORD taught Moshe.

2016 Monroe Men's Bible Study. Last year a small group of men began a spiritual journey together in a small neighborhood in Monroe, NC. 2015 took us on our faith journey covering the study of the first book of the Bible: Genesis. We took our time learning about the deeds of Abraham as a result of his deep rooted faith and

Appointed times and 'Christians' If you identify yourself as a follower of Christ (Messiah) then are you commanded to celebrate His appointed times? The answer is found in the encouragement of the Apostle Paul: