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In Ephesians we see that we are not wrestling against flesh and blood, but against demons. This is something we are called to do. Do we understand what it is that the demons are trying to do, and what it is that we need to be doing? There are many examples in the Bible of people thinking they are doing good, thinking they are doing God's will, doing God a service while they are working for Satan. Are you wearing the full and true armor of God, or is part of your armor counterfeit? Are you prepared to wrestle demons?
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What were the expectations of the peoples of Yeshuah' time as to what to expect from the coming Messiah? We know that the Pharisees sought a sign, so what did the Pharisees, the teachers of the day teach the people? What would the disciples have to unlearn in order to understand Yeshuah's death? We know that the prevailing thought was that the Messiah would come and restore Israel who was in subjection to Rome. Is this the thinking of the disciples, what they are looking for in the Messiah?
Paul describes unbelievers as foreigners, aliens, dead in trespasses and sins. The Gospel, the good news is the means by which people are gathered from afar and brought near. What exactly is it that brings one near to reconciliation; to the one true God and Jesus Christ whom he sent?
In Psalm 23, we see YHVH is my Shepherd. In John 10, we see that Jesus is our Shepherd. We see references to some in the Bible, like David, the judges, and others being referred to as shepherds of the people, where they had responsibilities of feeding, tending and protecting the people. In Genesis 4:9, Cain asked if he was his brother's keeper. How much do you have a responsibility to feed, tend, and protect those around you? Jesus does what He sees YHVH do. How much are we expected to do what we see Them do?
We like to believe we are independent thinkers using our brain power to systematically sort out truth and error, fact and fiction. It may be closer to truth that the tribe or tribes we associate with have a greater effect on how we form beliefs and opinions than we realize. Family of origin, political party, church/religion, social media and others all have their impact. Careful study of scripture is necessary to be sure our beliefs are indeed based on the revealed word of God.
With the recent posting of Mark's papers titled Forever and Ever and Ever There Shall Be No More Death, the initial purpose of A Short Work is complete. Today we review that purpose and consider what is ahead.
Paul is commissioned to take the gospel to the Gentiles whom heretofore have been largely excluded. The grand vision is to gather together in one all things in Christ; making known the mystery of His will.
Is our attitude worth giving to others? Is our attitude a positive contagion?
Is your bible study effective? Is your prayer effective? Is your fasting effective? Sometimes when we study - we don't understand. Sometimes when we pray, it seems as if God does not hear. Sometimes when we fast, we are no closer to God at the end than at the beginning. It might even be that we are wasting our time.
In James 5:16 we see that the "effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much."
What can you do to make your prayer, bible study, meditation and fasting effective?
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Ephesians 1:19-21 NLT
I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God's power for us who believe Him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated Him the place of honor at God's right hand in the heavenly realms.
Now He is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else-not only in this world but also in the world to come.