“For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse:
Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,”
Romans 1:20-22 KJV
Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened.
Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools,”
Romans 1:20-22 KJV
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“O LORD of hosts, God of Israel, that dwellest between the cherubims, thou art the God, even thou alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth: thou hast made heaven and earth.”
Isaiah 37:16 KJV
Isaiah 37:16 KJV
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And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28
Romans 8:28
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“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.”
John 14:1-3 KJV
John 14:1-3 KJV
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“And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with songs and everlasting joy upon their heads: they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.”
Isaiah 35:10 KJV
Isaiah 35:10 KJV
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God First (Seeking God through Jesus)
Luke 18 - Questions Q: Jesus spoke in a what? Q: What was His reasoning for telling them this? Q: Who was in a certain city that neither feared God, nor regarded man? Q: Who came to him saying, Avenge me of mine adversary? Q: Why did he decide to answer…
Luke 18 - Questions & Answers
Q: Jesus spoke in a what?
A: A parable.
Q: What was His reasoning for telling them this?
A: So that they would pray and not faint.
Q: Who was in a certain city that neither feared God, nor regarded man?
A: A judge.
Q: Who came to him saying, Avenge me of mine adversary?
A: A widow.
Q: Why did he decide to answer her request?
A: The widow troubled him because she wouldn't leave him alone.
Q: Although God bears long with His elect when they cry to Him day and night, He will what?
A: Vindicate them speedily.
Q: Who did Jesus speak to concerning the parable of the two men who went up to the temple to pray?
A: Certain ones who trusted that they were righteous yet despised others.
Q: Who were the two men in the parable?
A: A Pharisee, and the other a publican.
Q: The _________ stood and prayed thus with _________, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other _________ are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this _________. I _________ twice in the week, I give _________ of all that I possess.
A: Pharisee, himself, men, publican, fast, tithes.
Q: And the _________, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his _________ unto heaven, but _________ upon his breast, saying, God be _________ to me a _________.
A: Publican, eyes, smote, merciful, sinner.
Q: For every one that exalteth himself shall be, what?
A: Abased.
Q: He that humbleth himself shall be, what?
A: Exalted.
Q: Who was brought to Jesus to be touched but the disciples rebuked?
A: Infants.
Q: But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Suffer little, who to come unto me?
A: Children.
Q: And forbid them not: for of such is the, what?
A: Kingdom of God.
Q: Jesus said that whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise, what?
A: Enter therein.
Q: When Jesus was asked by a certain ruler what he should do to inherit eternal life, what did the man call Jesus?
A: Good Master.
Q: How did Jesus respond to being called this?
A: Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, that is, God.
Q: What did Jesus tell the man that he knowest to keep that the man confirmed, he had been keeping since his youth?
A: The Ten Commandments.
Q: What did Jesus say that the man was lacking?
A: One thing: to sell all that he had, and distribute it to the poor, and then he should have treasure in heaven: and come, follow Jesus.
Q: Upon hearing this, what was the man's reaction?
A: He was very sorrowful.
Q: Why did he react this way?
A: Because he was rich.
Q: After hearing this, what did Jesus say?
A: How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!
Q: What did Jesus say was easier than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God?
A: For a camel to go through a needle's eye.
Q: Upon hearing this, what did they ask Jesus?
A: Who then can be saved?
Q: Jesus said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with, who?
A: God.
Q: Who did Peter say that they had left all to follow?
A: Jesus.
Q: And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for, what?
A: The kingdom of God's sake,
Q: Who shall not receive manifold more in, what?
A: This present time, and in the world to come life everlasting.
Q: Who did Jesus take to go up to Jerusalem with Him?
A: The twelve disciples
Q: What did Jesus say would be accomplished that were written by the prophets?
A: All things that are written concerning the Son of man.
Q: Who shall the Son of man be delivered to?
A: The Gentiles.
Q: Being put to death, when will the Son of man rise again?
A: The third day.
Q: Jesus spoke in a what?
A: A parable.
Q: What was His reasoning for telling them this?
A: So that they would pray and not faint.
Q: Who was in a certain city that neither feared God, nor regarded man?
A: A judge.
Q: Who came to him saying, Avenge me of mine adversary?
A: A widow.
Q: Why did he decide to answer her request?
A: The widow troubled him because she wouldn't leave him alone.
Q: Although God bears long with His elect when they cry to Him day and night, He will what?
A: Vindicate them speedily.
Q: Who did Jesus speak to concerning the parable of the two men who went up to the temple to pray?
A: Certain ones who trusted that they were righteous yet despised others.
Q: Who were the two men in the parable?
A: A Pharisee, and the other a publican.
Q: The _________ stood and prayed thus with _________, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other _________ are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this _________. I _________ twice in the week, I give _________ of all that I possess.
A: Pharisee, himself, men, publican, fast, tithes.
Q: And the _________, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his _________ unto heaven, but _________ upon his breast, saying, God be _________ to me a _________.
A: Publican, eyes, smote, merciful, sinner.
Q: For every one that exalteth himself shall be, what?
A: Abased.
Q: He that humbleth himself shall be, what?
A: Exalted.
Q: Who was brought to Jesus to be touched but the disciples rebuked?
A: Infants.
Q: But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Suffer little, who to come unto me?
A: Children.
Q: And forbid them not: for of such is the, what?
A: Kingdom of God.
Q: Jesus said that whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child shall in no wise, what?
A: Enter therein.
Q: When Jesus was asked by a certain ruler what he should do to inherit eternal life, what did the man call Jesus?
A: Good Master.
Q: How did Jesus respond to being called this?
A: Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, that is, God.
Q: What did Jesus tell the man that he knowest to keep that the man confirmed, he had been keeping since his youth?
A: The Ten Commandments.
Q: What did Jesus say that the man was lacking?
A: One thing: to sell all that he had, and distribute it to the poor, and then he should have treasure in heaven: and come, follow Jesus.
Q: Upon hearing this, what was the man's reaction?
A: He was very sorrowful.
Q: Why did he react this way?
A: Because he was rich.
Q: After hearing this, what did Jesus say?
A: How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!
Q: What did Jesus say was easier than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God?
A: For a camel to go through a needle's eye.
Q: Upon hearing this, what did they ask Jesus?
A: Who then can be saved?
Q: Jesus said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with, who?
A: God.
Q: Who did Peter say that they had left all to follow?
A: Jesus.
Q: And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for, what?
A: The kingdom of God's sake,
Q: Who shall not receive manifold more in, what?
A: This present time, and in the world to come life everlasting.
Q: Who did Jesus take to go up to Jerusalem with Him?
A: The twelve disciples
Q: What did Jesus say would be accomplished that were written by the prophets?
A: All things that are written concerning the Son of man.
Q: Who shall the Son of man be delivered to?
A: The Gentiles.
Q: Being put to death, when will the Son of man rise again?
A: The third day.
God First (Seeking God through Jesus)
Luke 18 - Questions Q: Jesus spoke in a what? Q: What was His reasoning for telling them this? Q: Who was in a certain city that neither feared God, nor regarded man? Q: Who came to him saying, Avenge me of mine adversary? Q: Why did he decide to answer…
Luke 18 - Questions & Answers (Continued)
Q: Who did Jesus pass by when coming into Jericho?
A: A certain blind man.
Q: What did he cry to Jesus?
A: Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me.
Q: When rebuked by those going before him, what did he do?
A: He cried even more to Jesus.
Q: Who commanded that the man be brought to Jesus?
A: Jesus.
Q: When as what the man wanted from Jesus, what did he say?
A; His sight restored.
Q: Immediately after Jesus answered his request, what did he do?
A: He followed him, glorifying God.
Q: what did all the people do when they saw it? A: Gave praise unto God.
Q: Who did Jesus pass by when coming into Jericho?
A: A certain blind man.
Q: What did he cry to Jesus?
A: Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on me.
Q: When rebuked by those going before him, what did he do?
A: He cried even more to Jesus.
Q: Who commanded that the man be brought to Jesus?
A: Jesus.
Q: When as what the man wanted from Jesus, what did he say?
A; His sight restored.
Q: Immediately after Jesus answered his request, what did he do?
A: He followed him, glorifying God.
Q: what did all the people do when they saw it? A: Gave praise unto God.
Luke 18 emphasizes persistent faith, humility, and the nature of God’s Kingdom. Jesus begins with a parable about a widow and an unjust judge, teaching the importance of persistent prayer and not losing heart. He shows that if even an unjust judge can grant justice, how much more will God respond to His elect who cry out day and night?
Next, Jesus contrasts a proud Pharisee and a humble tax collector in prayer. The Pharisee boasts of his deeds, while the tax collector beats his chest, asking for mercy. Jesus affirms the humble one is justified, highlighting the Greek theme: “everyone who exalts himself will be humbled”.
Jesus then blesses little children, teaching that the Kingdom of God belongs to those who receive it like a child. This childlike trust is key to entering the Kingdom.
A rich ruler asks how to inherit eternal life. Though he claims to follow the commandments, Jesus tells him to sell all he has and follow Him. The man departs sorrowfully, revealing the truth that it is difficult for the rich to enter the Kingdom.
Jesus again predicts His suffering, death, and resurrection, but the disciples do not understand, the meaning is hidden.
The chapter ends with Jesus healing a blind man near Jericho. The man calls Jesus “Son of David”, and his faith makes him well. It highlights perseverance in prayer, humility, reliance on God, and the need for faith to enter His Kingdom.
Next, Jesus contrasts a proud Pharisee and a humble tax collector in prayer. The Pharisee boasts of his deeds, while the tax collector beats his chest, asking for mercy. Jesus affirms the humble one is justified, highlighting the Greek theme: “everyone who exalts himself will be humbled”.
Jesus then blesses little children, teaching that the Kingdom of God belongs to those who receive it like a child. This childlike trust is key to entering the Kingdom.
A rich ruler asks how to inherit eternal life. Though he claims to follow the commandments, Jesus tells him to sell all he has and follow Him. The man departs sorrowfully, revealing the truth that it is difficult for the rich to enter the Kingdom.
Jesus again predicts His suffering, death, and resurrection, but the disciples do not understand, the meaning is hidden.
The chapter ends with Jesus healing a blind man near Jericho. The man calls Jesus “Son of David”, and his faith makes him well. It highlights perseverance in prayer, humility, reliance on God, and the need for faith to enter His Kingdom.
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The concept of Hell
The concept of Hell as a place of eternal fiery torment is not clearly found in the original biblical languages; Hebrew, Greek, or Aramaic. This idea developed later through church tradition and theology.
In the original texts:
Sheol (Hebrew) and Hades (Greek) refer to the grave or the realm of the dead, where both the righteous and unrighteous went. Psalm 6:5, “In death there is no remembrance of thee: in Sheol who shall give thee thanks?”
Luke 16:23 , “And in Hades he lifted up his eyes, being in torment...” Revelation 20:14 says Hades is temporary and will be destroyed.
Gehenna (Greek) or Gehinnam (Aramaic) refers to the Valley of Hinnom, a site once used for child sacrifice and later for burning waste. Jesus used Gehenna as a symbol of divine judgment and destruction, not eternal torment. Matthew 10:28, “Fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in Gehenna.”
Neither Sheol/Hades nor Gehenna describe a place of eternal conscious torment in the original languages. The modern concept of "Hell" is largely a later theological construct, shaped by tradition, interpretations, and extra-biblical sources, not by a single word or clear teaching from the original Scriptures.
The concept of Hell as a place of eternal fiery torment is not clearly found in the original biblical languages; Hebrew, Greek, or Aramaic. This idea developed later through church tradition and theology.
In the original texts:
Sheol (Hebrew) and Hades (Greek) refer to the grave or the realm of the dead, where both the righteous and unrighteous went. Psalm 6:5, “In death there is no remembrance of thee: in Sheol who shall give thee thanks?”
Luke 16:23 , “And in Hades he lifted up his eyes, being in torment...” Revelation 20:14 says Hades is temporary and will be destroyed.
Gehenna (Greek) or Gehinnam (Aramaic) refers to the Valley of Hinnom, a site once used for child sacrifice and later for burning waste. Jesus used Gehenna as a symbol of divine judgment and destruction, not eternal torment. Matthew 10:28, “Fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in Gehenna.”
Neither Sheol/Hades nor Gehenna describe a place of eternal conscious torment in the original languages. The modern concept of "Hell" is largely a later theological construct, shaped by tradition, interpretations, and extra-biblical sources, not by a single word or clear teaching from the original Scriptures.
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For you would forget your trouble,
As waters that have passed by, you would remember it.
Job 11:16
As waters that have passed by, you would remember it.
Job 11:16
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