Why does he have such power of Moses? Isnt that circular reasoning?You claim the Bible was inspired, but there was no inspired list of which books that is true of. Are miracles still taking place? (Rom. The story of her past is one of loss, shame, heartbreak, and fear. However, it is still possible to divide the options into two broad categories: literal translations and dynamic equivalents. Andrews offers his readers an objective view of the evidence. Unfortunately, however, they are soon faced with their first major catastrophe, which sparks debate among them as to whether or not they really are in the Great Tribulation. We might have thought that a book, like Gods Word that is 2,000-3,500 years old would be out of date on such modern issues, but the Bible is ever applicable. How are we to understand the indwelling of the Holy Spirit? The reader will find interesting Bible Scriptures, offering a Christian perspective, for handling issues that may arise. In what way did Jesus set the example for our evangelism? Will it take nearly losing her life to find her way back to God or will her shame and regret keep holding her back? Bible publishers used to say that literal translations are good for study purposes, and dynamic equivalents are better for reading. What was meant by their witness to the ends of the earth? HUSBANDS LOVE YOUR WIVES: How Should Husbands Treat Their Wives? Again, who wrote the first five books of the Bible? The Biblical Guide to Avoid the Pitfalls of Sexual Immorality will give us the biblical answers that we need. What is the truth about angels? It is perhaps the fastest-growing religion in the world. This book is primarily forHUSBANDS, but wives will greatly benefit from it as well. However, very much of the so-called study of the English Bible is unintelligent and not fitted to produce the most satisfactory results. ASUBSTANTIALPORTIONofREASONABLE FAITHis on healing for the elements of emotional doubt. [18][19], Nabi Shuayb is the site recognized by Druze as the tomb of Shuayb. Being a gifted Bible student alone is not enough. You can choose to rise to a new level and invite Gods power by focusing on The Word That Will Change Your Life Today. Jethro (or Yitro or Yisro) was a Midianite priest and the father-in-law of Moses. Exodus 3:1 OTBDC: What kind of priest was Jethro? 24:14; 28:19-20; Ac 1:8), DEFENDING OLD TESTAMENT AUTHORSHIP: The Word of God Is Authentic and True. He is also considered an ancestor of the Druze;[8] as is expressed by such prominent Druze as Amal Nasser el-Din,[28] and according to Salman Tarif, who was a prominent Druze shaykh, this makes the Druze related to the Jews through marriage. Over time, they convinced the people to reject it. Is snake handling biblical? SEEKERS AND DECEIVERS: Which One are You? He is introduced in Exodus 2:18 . Prayer can help us make better life choices. How can we be confident that what we have today is the Word of God? They are also very strong and courageous for taking on such an amazingly great responsibility. It traces the historical debate, examines the legal status of such activity in different countries and explores the political, medical and moral matters surrounding these emotive and controversial subjects in various cultural contexts. Miracles dont happen in my life! Really, why should YOU be interested in miracles? . The thirteen chapters in this book not only look at the broad founding principles but also provide an in-depth look at other important political and governmental issues. 3. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Some of the questions that Anderson will answer are: What are the technological challenges of the 21st century? An excellent devotional resource for any Christian library. Were the Gospel Writers Plagiarists? A section of the book also provides an in-depth look at other important social and economic issues (gambling, welfare) that we face every day , A DANGEROUS JOURNEY: Those Who Become Jesus Disciples. We are urged to question everything: especially the existence of God and the truthfulness of his Word, the Bible. ONLINE REVIEW: Very fun read. The reader will be introduced to the most helpful way of viewing the evidence objectively. Stalkers expressive and persuasive style provides a great resource to any Bible study of the events leading to the death of Jesus Christ. The Midianites were actually related to the Israelites, as they were descendants of Keturah. In addition, they determined that the Gospels were not written by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, saying the Gospels were written after the apostles, denying that the writers of the Gospels had any firsthand knowledge of Jesus; therefore, for these Bible critics such men were unable to offer a record of reliable history. Daily we find Islamic commentators on the TV and radio, offering up misleading information, quoting certain portions of the Quran while leaving other parts out. 7:21-25) When we live by the moral law, it brings us joy, when we live by the law of sin; it brings about distress, anxiety, regrets to both mind and heart, creating a conflict between our two natures. Finally, analysis of the first five books demonstrates multiple authors, not just one, which explains the many discrepancies. This book will help readers appreciate the ways in which a biblical worldview informs Tolkiens work, to the end that their own faith may be confirmed in strength, focused in understanding, deepened in joy, and honed in its ability to communicate the Gospel. "His Excellence/Posterity"; Arabic: , romanized:Yathrn) was Moses' father-in-law, a Kenite shepherd and priest of Midian,[1] sometimes named as Reuel (or Raguel). Jesus said, And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed in the whole inhabited earth for a testimony to all the nations, and then the end will come. (Matt 24:14) This is the assignment, which all Christians are obligated to assist in carrying out. What does the Bible say about homosexuality? The Scriptural advice and counsel coupled with cognitive behavioral therapy will be helpful even if every chapter is not one of your struggles. As they started to reject this Light, the valley grew dim and the fog rolled in. His people were destroyed because of their corruption except for the believers. 16, iv. How can we derive real benefit and pleasure from our Bible reading? (1) Moses kept the flock.--The natural occupation of one who had thrown in his lot with the Midianites. And if we apply divine teaching, we benefit ourselves and enjoy true happiness. It is a work that can be enjoyed by laypersons as well as pastors and teachers. The King James Version is a book to be commended for all that it has accomplished. Terry Overton was determined to find out what problems middle school children and teens were worried about the most. A final section provides a brief overview of the Christian heritage of this nation that was important in the founding of this country and the framing of our founding documents. When did criticism of the book of Daniel begin, and what fueled similar criticism in more recent centuries? The chapters in this book provide a framework as Christians explore the uncharted territory in our world of technology and social change. Some have even hoped that some sort of accident would take their pain away for them. Who were the Gnostics? (See Gen. 37:25, 27, 28, 36; 39:1; Jg 8:22,24.) One decision at the age of sixteen would again turn her world completely upside down. It may seem to almost all of us that we are either entering into a difficult time, living in one, or just getting over one and that we face one problem after another. HOW TO PRAYby Torrey and Andrews is a spiritual gem that will answer all of these questions and far more. How Does Learning the Truth About Hell Affect You? After the Battle at Rephidim against the Amalekites, word reached Jethro that under Moses' leadership the Israelites had been delivered out of Egypt, so he set out to meet with Moses. Beville gives to the twenty-first-century reader what earlier authors have given to theirs. Was the Gospel of Mark Written First? Jesus also said, You shall love your neighbor as yourself. (Matt. Can all be true or genuine Christianity if they all have different views on the same Bible doctrines? Religion has the most significant impact on the lives of mankind today. FEMINIST CRITICISM: What is Biblical Feminism? Finally, and most importantly, the reader will find out the truth about the supposed 400,000 textual errors within the Greek New Testament manuscripts. He will consider how we can objectively view Bible evidence, as he answers why an almighty, loving and just God would allow bad things to happen to good people. The Psalmist tells us, Gods Word is a lamp to my foot, and a light for my path. (Psalm 119:105)Since the Bible is a gift from God, the time and effort that we put into our personal Bible Study is a reflection of how much we appreciate that gift. He will also delve into whether Gods foreknowledge is compatible with our having free will. What is the Bibles viewpoint of death? FEMINIST CRITICISM will offer the reader explicitly what the Bible says. Death and Philip Nitschke, founder of Exit International) are profiled. For four centuries, when English-speaking people spoke of the Bible, they meant the King James Version. In the account of the marriage of his daughter Zipporah to Moses (Ex. The King of the North and the King of the South of Daniel are locked in an all-out conflict for domination as a world power. Jethro is revered as the chief prophet in the Druze religion. The author has a pastors heart, a theologians mind, and a writers gift. Just as she thinks she has settled into a new life with Christ, tragedy once again strikes and shatters any hope she had for a normal life. Andrews offers his readers very straightforward, biblically accurate explanations for these difficult questions. Throughout the book, common themes emerge to support caregivers. There are some very important subjects that surround this area of discussion that is often misunderstood. Answer Jethro was the father-in-law of Moses and father of Zipporah. DAILY DEVOTIONAL Daily Musings From the Old Testament. When Moses fled from Egypt he came to the well in Midian where he witnessed local shepherds mistreating the girls. Humans must breathe in the air of our atmosphere to survive. Historical Criticism of the Bible got started in earnest, known then as Higher Criticism, during the 18th and 19th centuries, it is also known as the Historical-Critical Method of biblical interpretation. GODLY WISDOM SPEAKS: FORTY DEVOTIONALS FROM THE BOOK OF PROVERBS FOR MANEUVERING THROUGH LIFE. EZEKIEL, DANIEL, & REVELATION: GOG OF THE LAND OF MAGOG, KINGS OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH, & THE EIGHT KINGS OF REVELATION. With nothing but the clothes on his back and a solid gold pocket watch, he sets off towards Garbor, a safe haven for those who havent yet taken the mark of the beast. Therefore, would it not be worth some of your time and energy to find out whether those promises are reliable? The natural occupation of one who had thrown in his lot with the Midianites. The Christian view of humanity believes that humans were created in the image of God. R. xxvii. We now live in a prison of fear to even come outside the protection of our locked doors at home. What Kind of Place is Hell? What standards and principles can we use to determine what makes a good translation? While on his way to Garbor, he meets up with an unlikely trio who befriends him. Can we know truth? We can also have preconceived ideas that have been a part of our thinking for so long; we do not question them. Another section describes aspects of political debate and discourse. Regardless of those scribes who had worked very hard to be faithful in their copying, errors crept into the text. This is of particular interest among all Christians, who have been charged with defending the Word of God. In the KJV translation of Judges 4:11, a man named Hobab appears as Moses' father-in-law, while Numbers 10:29 makes him "the son of Raguel [Reuel] the Midianite, Moses' father in law". We will look at the biblical view of humanity. As a priest of Midian, it may be that he was given a different name by the various Midianite tribes that he served in the Sinai peninsula and the area E of the Gulf of Aqaba. CHRISTIANS AND ECONOMICS A Biblical Point of View, Economics affects our daily lives, and Christians need to think about how to apply biblical principles to money, investment, borrowing, and spending. Is speaking in tongues evidence of true Christianity? , TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL TRENDS: A Biblical Point of View. However, more recently, some scholars have been taking this analysis in a new direction, assessing literal translations as less desirable than dynamic equivalents even for accuracy and reliability. Developing Healthy Churches: A Case-Study in Revelation begins with a well-researched outline of the origins and development of the church health movement. Jethro had seven daughters who served as his shepherdesses. The reader will be introduced to Christan apologetics and evangelism. Now you can discover how it can help you. 1 et al. In chapter 4, we will go over the signs of the end of the Jewish age. Such is the danger of adultery that the Bible strongly warns every man and woman against it. After this, the reader is given practical guidance on how those words can be applied for maneuvering through life today. We have come a long, long way from the time that the KJV was The Bible in English and the many translations available today. He practiced hospitality inviting Moses to stay with him. In June 1985, an excavation project was undertaken by The British Antiquities Volunteers (BAV) at a plot of rocky land where the Kidron and Hinnom Valleys meet near the eastern side of Old Jerusalem. Who benefits when you pray for others? THE TRIAL AND DEATH OF JESUS CHRIST: Jesus Final Ministry at Jerusalem [Updated and Expanded]. We will also examine Islamic teachings, discuss the need to search for the truth, as well as identify the book of truth. We will also address what comes after the end. (Gen. 25:1-2) Jethro, the priest likely officially represented God as they understood Him to the Midianite people he served, instructing them about God and their laws as it relates to God. Does genetics, environment, or traumatic life experiences justify homosexuality? [2] In Exodus, Moses' father-in-law is initially referred to as "Reuel" (Exodus 2:18) but afterwards as "Jethro" (Exodus 3:1). DeRuvo will answer. Your prayers can help others. In 1992 Don Alexander wrote the storyline embedded in Left Behind. He even gives extraordinary power to those who are serving him. Self-proclaimed Agnostic textual scholar Dr. Bart D. Ehrman has claimed that there are 400,000+ scribal errors in our Greek New Testament manuscripts. : Should You Be Afraid of Death or of People Who Have Died? WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF YOU DIE? He addresses not just the intellect and the will but gets to the heart, our motivational center, through the mind. The divorce rate even in Christian households is on the rise. What was their worship like and why were they called the Truth and the Way? Find out how it can help you! Its advice is based on answers that actually work, which are found in the Bible. For over two centuries Biblical scholars have held to the so-called documentary hypothesis, namely, that Genesis Deuteronomy was not authored by Moses, but rather by several writers, some of whom lived centuries after Moses time. Some have estimated that the number of copies of the King James Version that have been produced in print worldwide is over one billion! Essentially, it is by imitating THE APOSTLE PAUL: The Preacher, Teacher, Apologist. 3:1-7) How close we are to the end of these last days, wherein we will enter into the Great Tribulation that Jesus Christ spoke of (Matt. HOW TO STUDY YOUR BIBLE: Rightly Handling the Word of God. Priest of Midian and father-in-law of Moses (Ex. CHRISTIAN APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM: Reaching Hearts with the Art of Persuasion. He was also identified as Hobab in the Book of Numbers 10:29. Centuries ago, the psalmist David petitioned God: Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. You will receive encouragement when your prayers are answered. He even gives extraordinary power to those who are serving him. The apostle Paul reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and proving what was biblically true. The debate is centered around soteriology, that is, the study of salvation, and includes disputes about total depravity, predestination, and atonement. Are you able to picture a life without fear? Must we assume a special position or posture when praying? The vital role of physicians as healers in society must be preserved and the important but neglected spiritual dimension of death must be explored. How does or should my faith guide my life? His style is gripping, as he beautifully explains and illustrates Marks Gospel. How was it structured? When Moses fled from Egypt ( Exod 2:15 ), he came to the land of Midian. Our safety, security, and well-being are in danger at all times. Inside of some Christians unbeknownst to their family, friends or the church, they are screaming, I doubt, I doubt, I have very grave doubts! Ours is an age of doubt. Jethro In Midian We do not need to be a Bible scholar to understand these issues, as well as the importance of having the most accurate and faithful translation that is reflective of the original text. Does Christianity oppress women? It is embezzlement. Most likely you accept that giving should be part of Christian worship. Does God listen to all prayers? It reveals a character of greater massiveness than the hills, of a more serene beauty than the stars, of sweeter fragrance than the flowers, higher than the heavens in sublimity and deeper than the seas in mystery. It is even applied to a husband, as in Exodus 4:25. Who were the Nephilim in Genesis 6:2? 22:39) Jesus commanded that we go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. (Matt. Andrews realizes that the importance of digging deeper in our understanding of the Bible, for defending our faith from modern-day misguided scholarship. BREAD OF HEAVEN helps the reader to have a greater understanding of the timeless truths of Scripture and a deeper appreciation of the grandeur of God.
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