Covenant with Abraham
Noah had three sons. When Ham uncovered his father’s nakedness, he invoked a curse upon his own son, Canaan. The priesthood was extended through Shem. And Abram was born of Shem. It is interesting to note that later, God led the Israelites out of Egypt to possess the Land He promised to Abraham, which was […]
Covenant with Noah
Continuing from yesterday, the priesthood in the time of Noah became corrupted again too soon. Gen 6:1-3 [NIV] 1When men began to increase in number on the earth and daughters were born to them, 2the sons of God saw that the daughters of men were beautiful, and they married any of them they chose. 3Then […]
A Survey of Types and Shadows
Let’s briefly discuss the types and shadows of the order of the Heavenly Priesthood, under which angels and all creation are to be judged. The Covenant with Adam As we discussed in the chapter on Sonship, Man (Adam) was included in the eternal covenant between the Father and the Son. According to this plan, He […]
What is the Order of Melchizedek?
In chapter 5, when we addressed the topic of Sonship, we gave a glimpse of what this priesthood is about. Here are some further observations: 1. This priesthood is the eternal priesthood which functions in the heavenly tabernacle. Moses was given a vision on Mount Sinai of its pattern, and God instructed him to make […]
The Order of Melchizedek
In the Book of Hebrews, chapter 7, the author begins to expound upon the order of Melchizedek, of which Jesus Christ was forever established as the High Priest. While this topic warrants much discussion, we’ll only touch on some basics here. Who is Melchizedek? Genesis 14 mentions a certain person with the name Melchizedek. After […]
Questions for Meditation and Application – Sanctification
Questions for Review What is the relationship between sanctification and discipline? What is the relationship between discipleship and discipline? What feelings and results come from a loving, constructive relationship between a father and son?
Specific Scripture on Sanctification, Discipline & Holiness
The Holy Spirit given to us by God will initiate and carry out a process to sanctify our spirit, soul and body, making us without spot and blemish in the day of the Lord, suitable to be His Bride. As well, we are to be disciplined in the process. There lies my and your part […]
Holiness
In the end, the purpose of Godly discipline is not to showcase how godly or spiritual we are, but rather, that we are truly able to abide in Him and bear many fruits. ( John 15:5 ) In other words – that we are able to live a life in and by the Spirit, which […]
Self-Discipline and Discipline within God’s Family
The Lord entrusts His discipline of us to three different parties: The Holy Spirit Before He went to the cross, Jesus told his disciples that it’s for their benefit that He should go. He told them that another would be sent on His behalf to teach them. John 14:25-26 [NIV] 25″All this I have spoken […]
A Father’s Discipline to A Son
As mentioned before, God created Man as His sons. He desires to walk with Man and discipline or disciple him into His Likeness – to be just like Him. We are created to bear His Name and share His Glory. It was the constant theme of His message to the people He chose to be […]