Melchizedek Melchizedek- Who was he? Today there is a question that remains unanswered along with the debate about the identity of Melchizedek, who was he? Many who study the bible believed that he could have been a real man and a few who believed that he could be a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ. Melchizedek may have been a title which means King of Righteousness or Just King. According to old ancient literature Zedek (just) is a title that was used by other Jebusite kings.
Starts with the birth of Samuels and God calls to him as a boy. The story of the Ark of the Covenant that follows tells of Israel's oppression by the philistines, which brought about Samuel's anointing of Saul and Israel's first king. But Saul proved unworthy and God's choice turned to
His sermon was typical of the era and can be assumed to be quite effective. “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” paints a vivid picture of Hell and informs the audience that they are kept out of hell only by the “mere pleasure of God (p 426).” Puritans had a different view of Christianity and God then most people today. They believed we are all born sinners (depravity). Modern day Christians believe this to be partially true because of the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden where Eve eats a fruit from the Forbidden Tree and then persuades Adam to eat too. This was the first sin and is now a part of everyone thus creating the initial need for people to accept Jesus Christ and to repent for their sins.
In 1Corinthians 15:7 it is said that the resurrected Jesus appeared personally with James, this is probably why James had the sudden change of heart. The book of James is an epistle (a long formal letter) written to everyone within the twelve tribes of Judah. The epistle tells the people of these tribes a number of messages. One message that is delivered through the epistle is that faith alone is not enough; it says that faith has to be accompanied by works. This is in direct contradiction with the works of Paul.
9 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus instructed them, “Do not tell anyone what you have seen, until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.” 10 The disciples asked Him, “Why then do the teachers of the law say that Elijah must come first?” 11 Jesus replied, “To be sure, Elijah comes and will restore all things. 12 But I tell you, Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way the Son of Man is gone to suffer at their hands.” 13 Then the disciples understood that He was talking to them about John the Baptist.”
Matthew was formerly a Tax Collector and he also was one of the twelve Disciples. This book was written around 60-65 AD. The purpose of The Book of Matthew was to prove that Jesus is the Messiah “Anointed one” the eternal King. It was written specifically to the Jews, emphasizing the Fulfillment of the Prophecy. This book was probably written in Palestine or nearby.
Jeffrey W. Moore Bibli_410_D01 May 5, 2012 ABRAHAMIC COVENANT CHART INTRODUCTION The institution of the Abrahamic Covenant is found in Genesis Chapters 12-50. Initially understood by Abram to be fulfilled in his time, it is soon established to be an everlasting covenant to God’s chosen people. The understanding of this covenant is unfolded through historical events under the providence of God’s control. Many times it seems to be unraveling by man’s lack of faith and obedience, only to later be revealed that God indeed is working “behind the scenes” to fulfill the promise. Three things are at the heart of the covenant, of which is a one sided promise; Land (Canaan), Blessings (to and through the Abrahamic lineage), and Descendants (of which all nations and people are blessed/cursed).
In Deuteronomy chapter 24 Moses talked about marriages, divorce, stealing and remind them that everyone have to pay for their own sin. Before Moses died he talked to Israel about the blessing if they did God’s will and the curses if they didn’t Deuteronomy chapter 28. Joshua Joshua was Moses minister and chosen by God to lead Israel after Moses death. Joshua means Jehovah is salvation. In Greek Joshua means Jesus.
In the book of “The Lucifer’s Diary”, written by Lewis R. Walton, the Israel separated into Judah and North Israel, after the reign of Solomon. In hundred years, Israel and Judah against the God again and again. God had raised many prophets to save these sinful people, but they didn’t want to return from their evil path. Finally, the North Israel was captured first, then the Judah was also destructed in 586 BC during the reign of Zedekiah. Though the God seems to leave Judah, but the story of Daniel and his three friends proves that God never leaves His faithful servant alone, He is always being with them and support them.
In Hebrew, the word that traditionally translates as prophet is נְבִיא (navi), which means "spokesperson". This forms the second of the three letters of TaNaKh, derived from Torah, Nevi'im, Ketuvim. The meaning of navi is depicted in Deuteronomy 18:18, God said, "I will put my words in his mouth and he will speak to them all that I command him." Thus, the navi was thought to be the "mouth" of God. Prophets were in a sense, men of God as they were believed to be inspired of God.