BIBLE STUDY --- THE SAVIOUR
THE LOYAL FOLLOWER
From John 3:22-36
After the visit of Nicodemus, Yeshua left Jerusalem with His disciples. He stayed for some time in Judea, where His disciples baptized those who came to Yeshua. John was baptizing at Aenon near Salim, where there was much water. As yet, he had not been put into prison. Someone got into a discussion with John’s disciples about purification and suggested that Yeshua’ baptism was better than John’s. Of course, John’s disciples wanted to talk this over with him. [Do you remember that Man who was with you by the Jordan River, the One you said was the Moshiach?] they began. [He is baptizing now and people are going to Him instead of you.] [He is doing what YHVH wants Him to do,] John answered. [Didn’t you hear me say that I am not the Moshiach? I am here to prepare others to receive Him. Shouldn’t the bride go to the bridegroom instead of a friend? Then the bridegroom’s friend should rejoice with the bridegroom. That’s why I rejoice to see Him succeed, because He is the bridegroom, and I am merely His friend.] [You will see Yeshua become greater while I become less,] John continued. [Since He came from heaven, He is greater than anyone on earth. We are just men, so how can we know more than what we have learned here on earth? But He has seen and heard things beyond this earth and has told us about them. Yet, many do not believe Him. Of course, those who do believe Him are saying to the world that YHVH tells the truth. They show that YHVH’s Son is telling what YHVH says, for YHVH’s Spirit is upon Him completely.] [YHVH loves His Son and has given Him everything. Those who believe in YHVH’s Son have a life that never ends. Those who do not believe in Him will never live with Him in heaven, but will suffer under YHVH’s anger forever.]
HOMEWARD TOWARD GALILEE
From John 4:1-3
Before long, the Pharisees learned that Yeshua’ disciples baptized more people than John and his disciples. Yeshua did not want this to become a problem, so He left Judea and travelled home toward Galilee.
YHVH’S MESSENGER IN PRISON
From Luke 3:19, 20
When John the Baptist boldly condemned Herod Antipas for marrying his brother’s wife, Herodias, Herod became angry and hurt and had John thrown into prison. Thus, Herod added an even greater sin to his already long list.
COMMENTARY
HEROD’S KINGDOM
Herod was still a young man when his father, Antipater, made him governor of Galilee, He established an intelligent, effective government. The Romans rewarded him by giving Herod more land to rule in the area of Judea. But this area was in a state of political turmoil. The last of the Hasmoneans, the Jewish royal family, wanted to keep control of Jerusalem and fought the appointment of a new Roman ruler. Although Caesar had proclaimed Herod king of the Jews, Herod had to wage war to take what had been granted to him. After Herod and his army succeeded in taking Jerusalem by force, he killed all remaining members of the old royal family to eliminate any threat in the future. Then, by choosing his friends carefully, Herod was able to increase his power. He continued to win the favour of the Roman rulers, and expanded the borders of his kingdom. But Herod’s kingdom did not survive beyond his lifetime. After his death, his three sons quarrelled over his will, and went to Caesar Augustus for a settlement. The Roman emperor divided Herod’s kingdom into three parts and gave one part to each son.
"If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love"
Jn 15
Shalom aleichem! Silver Trumpet Ministry will be meet again this coming Shabbat (Saturday) at the home of Hein & Gerda Zentgraf in Henley on Klip from 09:30. We have ended the Torah study cycle and will start with a video presentation of the book of Revelation, examining it verse by verse. As the meeting is interactive, everyone present will have an opportunity to read verses from Revelation, while finding references in other parts of Scripture. The session will be limited to two (2) hours, after which we will address any questions. The assembly will end with a hearty meal – see below for details.
For those outside the Vaal Triangle, we are doing remote login through The Torah Network, a website similar to fakebook, but strictly aimed at those who observe Torah. We send out the link at 09:30 on Shabbat via our Telegram group, YAH’s Festivals, or upon request. Anyone can login to The Torah Network; it is free and only requires people to register once: (https://social.ttn.place/).
We meet and greet at 09:30, where coffee and tea are provided. However, we request that every family brings a dish to share – contact my wife, Gerda, on 0739346804 for the menu. At 09:45 we blow the shofar, after which we joyfully praise YAH with edifying music. The teaching starts at 10:00, with a short break halfway through, to stretch the legs. Please note that only food according to Scripture is used, therefore no pork, shellfish or any artificial products, such as margarine or similar products, will be accepted. We request to be judicious about special diets, especially gluten intolerance and diabetes. Feel free to contact us on Telegram 0837745609 or Whatsapp 0846743400 for further information. To the glory of YAH!
Thought for Today: Thursday October 16
There are three reasons that many people do not believe in the return of the Moshiach. FIRST, they claim that Yeshua’s return did not take place as the early church hoped – so it must be a myth. SECOND, the theory of inevitable progress keeps some people from believing that Yeshua is coming back. Why do we need the Moshiach to come back if we can reach perfection on our own? THIRD, the teaching of the Moshiach’s return cuts across the plans and dreams of millions of people. They want to eat, drink, and be merry and have their pleasures endlessly. The day will come that the Moshiach’s return would interrupt what they are doing.
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TTN app wouldnt log in since the end of Aug. Just today was able to get on. We're moved, and kind of settled. Many things still in boxes. Cats are happier here, now that theyve accepted this as home. Im happier here. I think my daughter is settling in, too. It was a needed change. A little pain, a little stress help the spirit grow. Yah's plan is always better than our plans! Hope everyone has been doing well. Missed you guys!
It's already over. We had a great time with a new group and met several new people and made several new friends. Elohim is good.
What does the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) tell us about eternity? More than we might think, of course, as with all things of God. In this discussion, David Jones and Barry Phillips investigate some of those eternal implications of the eight days of Sukkot.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/229....2194/episodes/176920
What does the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) tell us about eternity? More than we might think, of course, as with all things of God. In this discussion, David Jones and Barry Phillips investigate some of those eternal implications of the eight days of Sukkot.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/229....2194/episodes/176920
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