Is this really an important question , does it have relevance in our lives ? Seeing how the Bible is aimed directly at one race of people , and deals with others only as they come into contact with them , wouldn't it seem likely ? You would think so , at least by the aforementioned . Don't you think it matters to God ? Maybe you feel for all children , but don't you love your own more than others ? And be more apt to be concerned with them ? Genesis 5 : 1 ... " This is the book of the generations of Adam ... " / Deuteronomy 7 : 6 - 9 .... " For thou art an holy people unto the Lord thy God : the Lord thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto Himself , above all people that are upon the face of the earth ... " / Romans 9 : 1 - 8 .
Some would argue that this isn't fair , but we must remember ... God is perfect and His ways are far above ours . He who created the worlds and beyond never asked for our input . To my way of thinking , it's pure fallacy that we purport to be able to comprehend and give scientific theory to explain the origins . The mind cannot encompass it . He has given us His Word , our minds that we might search Him out , and our senses that we may enjoy with awe the magnificient creation about us . Isaiah 55 : 6 - 11 ... " my thoughts are not your thoughts , neither are your ways my ways , saith the Lord ... " / Romans 11 : 33 - 36 ... " For who hath known the mind of the Lord ? or who hath been His counseller ? ... "
But shouldn't we be able to use this same Book to find the answers that we seek ? Shouldn't there be a way to correctly identify the who , what and wheres' ? Do we care enough to search for ourselves ? I've never ceased to be amazed that something of this importance has more often than not been left to the discretion of others . Do we place so little significance on it ? What if I told you I was heir to the rich billionaire who just passed away , and I was here to claim his good name as mine own .... along with all the riches . When you asked for my bonafides , I tell you ... you can trust me . Look , I'm here so it must be so . You would split your sides laughing , right before you split me ! But there are those who are guilty of this unholy appropriation even now .
We were warned of false prophets , false shepherds , false gods and false sheep . We've had the answers before us all this time . We've had forefathers that were killed in horrible fashion in times past , that we might have true , unfettered access to His Word . It's high time we take our duties seriously and turn back to the God who's never left us . Even now He will hear ... if we but call .
This list is in no way all inclusive , for there will always be other scriptures and proofs of history that can be tied in for verification . This is to " wet yer whistle " , spark the fire of interest and get you on the right track . And may Christ guide you in your journey .
Genesis 17 : 1 - 7 / Abrahams descendants to become a multitude of nations ( and they weren't to wait til 1948 either )
Genesis 21 : 12 / Romans 9 : 1 - 8 / These people were to be named through Isaac . Sons of Isaac - Isaacs sons - saxons .
Genesis 22 : 17 / Abrahams descendants were to be multiplied as the stars in the heavens and the sand upon the sea shore . At the time of King David , the men of fighting age ( Numbers 26 : 1 - 2 ) alone totaled 1 , 570 , 000 , excluding the tribes of Levi and Benjamin ( 1 Chronicles 21 : 1 - 6 ) . The ones calling themselves jews today have never totaled more than 15 million , world wide .
Genesis 12 : 2 - 3 / 18 : 18 / 22 : 18 / 28 : 14 / Think of from what race has come the greatest blessings to all peoples of the earth .... inventions , technology , commerce , the arts , agricultural know how , etc . Who flocks to the victims of natural disasters , who helps with medical and sanitation expertise ? Whose heart has always beat with compassion for the sufferings of others ?
2 Samuel 7 : 10 / These descendants were promised a land of their own by God , a place where they would dwell in peace . But they were already at peace in this old land of Canaan . This indicates future lands as these people continued to grow according to the blessings of God . Remember , these blessings were ( are ) conditional upon the obedience shown to God - ( Leviticus 26 / Deuteronomy 28 ) . They would colonize and inhabit lands , islands and coastlines abroad - ( Psalms 2 / Isaiah 49 : 1 - 3 / 51 : 1 - 5 / Jeremiah 31 : 7 - 10 ) . Israel had already been dispersed twice . One route was north thru the Caucasus Mountains .
Isaiah 43 : 8 - 13 , 21 / Matthew 7 : 20 / Mark 16 : 14 - 16 / John 10 : 24 - 31 / Who have been the people to believe on the gospel of Jesus Christ ? Who is responsible for the missionary work spreading it abroad ? Who has included God in their laws , their writings and original charters and declarations ? One race and none other .
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Believe me, I appreciate your concern and thank you for it. Although I haven't spent much time there yet, I did have the opportunity to spend a summer there....I realize the dangers and potential consequences of moving to a city like Johannesburg, but I feel confident with what I'm getting myself into and feel safe. Have you been yourself? I don't know how my opinion will change, maybe I will hate it, but I'm going to find out for myself. Thanks again, and please, continue to read my blog!
Rest assured I will ... take care .
Hey Jeff,
I'm sure you've considered passages like Romans 2 and Galatians 3. It sounds like you've given this a bit of thought and see Israel as "God's people".
Myself, I'm sold on the idea of "all one in Christ." If we're talking about spiritual life, I just can't imagine why physical bloodlines would have any significance at all. (post-incarnation, of course)
On a completely unrelated note,
"All I got's this piece of hard candy. But it's not for eatin'. It's just fer lookin' through."
Hey derifter ... thanks for your response . I will try and get a piece written up addressing this very issue soon . It is necessary to spiritualize scripture to some , to remake God into an image that is acceptable to all . A good servant of Christ will examine all aspects and be open minded enough to admit what is truth , not what is pleasing to us . I take no pokes at you brother ... been there , done that . Not a message of hate either ... we are so far from Christ today that any accurate portrayal is quite offensive to most . But , never the less ... what sayeth the scriptures ? Back to our instant replay ... " horned toad say we should go down Mexico way . Well , Mr. Lone Waddi ( ? ) , you and yer horned toad can go down to Mexico , I got unfinished business down in Missura ."
Anonymous ... do you wish me to publish the comments you sent ? If so , write back and briefly confirm the contents and I will ... or I won't . Your anonymity is assured if that is your desire . Thanks anyhow for the update .
Hi Jeff,
I thought I would come and visit you. I sometimes blog on SAS. Maple should read from there once in a while. I have left her a long blog on what to do if she moves there. I am also a Canadian and have lived there for many years in the 90's. I would never go back. Back on the SAS topic: there are some friendly contributors and there are others that take their frustration and anger on some of the bloggers. Some are relentless in their pursuit of psychological abuse. One of them I think, is very intelligent but has some real mental issues. Living there can render you a bit cuckoo over the years so I still like the guy but he does have issues. You have to be a "noddy" to be accepted. Maybe you should blog as an anonymous.
Thanks anon. 10 : 06 for your comments . I still like their blog and my concern for my people is unabated . The things folks single out to critique others about indeed reveals an insight into their thinking . If I take the time to respectively compose comments , ones disagreement is their option . But rather than complete censorship , and a campaign of discredit , why not be a man and backchannel a response ? I don't belabor and shove my views down anybodies throat . I posted anonymously there for awhile but felt like I was being disingenuous , in as much as I'm not ashamed to stand up for my viewpoint and my God .
Looking like my comments will not be posted ... a very good write Fred Barbarossa on SAS . The German coat - of - arms is a stylized eagle . The eagle has been associated with the Germanic peoples ( the true descendants of the tribe of Judah ) since the days of Julius Caesar . The eagle motif is widespread among many Christian nations .
Anon. - I don't consider your comments rambling , write whenever you want . I enjoy hearing from folks with a good heart . I wouldn't disclose anything that could hurt anyone , so no worries . Thanks for your concern and tips . May God watch over you 'n yours .
Hello anon. and thanks for your words . I do wish folks would let me know if it was ok to print their letters . Wouldn't want to upset anyone .
Yeah , I know what you mean about blogging being addictive . I've got so much work to do also but the " need " keeps drawing me back ! Not alot of sleep .
Yes , I've had that person contact me too and they seem right nice .
I have a son who flies jet planes so I have a few gray hairs myself . Yes , I jumped to an early start too . Things to do , places to see !
My original draw to the Bible was learning it was not a pacifist religion , and realizing that it was directed to my race . Not a pride thing , rather quite humbling . Folks would see this too if they'd but search it out .
Take care and I wish you the best .
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