Spiritual Conflict - 2

 How Conflict Began The Pre-Adamic Period Part 1 B 00:01

    

The Meaning of "Thy Will Be Done" 00:06

"Thy will be done" means, "Lord, I’m not going to be a rebel any longer."

• The phrase "Thy will be done" signifies a commitment to cease rebellion against God's authority. Many individuals recite the Lord's Prayer without fully comprehending the depth of this commitment.

• True inward peace cannot be attained until one surrenders fully to God, as emphasized in the Biblical text from Isaiah.

• Isaiah 57:19-21 articulates God's promise of peace and healing to both those far away (traditionally Gentiles) and those near (Israel). However, peace eludes those who refuse to relinquish their rebellious ways.

• The wicked, described metaphorically as "the troubled sea," are depicted as restless individuals who cannot find peace. The absence of peace is a strong indicator of living in rebellion against God.

The Lack of Peace in Contemporary Society 02:37

"There are very, very few people in modern America that have real deep, settled, inward peace."

• There is a stark contrast between the proclaimed joy and peace in religious circles and the reality of many individuals relying on sedation and tranquilizers for relief.

• A conversation with a young nurse highlighted this disparity, questioning how a community could claim to possess joy and peace while needing medication to cope with life's pressures.

• The implication is that modern America, described as a "nation of rebels," lacks true inner peace, which often stems from rebellion against God and other authority figures.

• The speaker anticipates a significant confrontation between God and the people of the United States due to this underlying societal rebellion, with a call for total submission to God as the resolution.

Rebellion and Its Roots 04:26

"When did rebellion begin? Who was the first rebel?"

• Rebellion manifests in various facets of life, including personal, societal, and familial relationships. The discussion begins with a search for the origin of rebellion and the first act of defiance against authority.

• The speaker highlights the need to address the concept of rebellion thoroughly while establishing a foundational understanding of Scripture's implications on the matter.

• This topic will lead to a deeper exploration of Biblical narratives focused on humanity, particularly the story of Adam and his lineage.

Understanding the Adamic Race 04:58

"The Bible deals primarily with the Adamic race."

• The central narrative of the Bible relates to Adam and his descendants, emphasizing that almost all Scripture pertains to human beings of the "Adamic" race.

• The term "sons of men" in the Bible typically refers to "sons of Adam," highlighting the singular focus on this lineage and its significance.

• While the Bible does not specifically include other races prior to Adam, its revelations are tailored to guide the descendants of Adam for their spiritual benefit and moral orientation.

• The teaching emphasizes the importance of understanding this context in order to comprehend the messages and teachings of the Scripture accurately.

The Concept of Multiple Heavens 11:44

"The Bible indicates clearly that there is more than one heaven."

• The initial revelation in the Bible suggests a plural understanding of heaven, indicating the existence of multiple realms.

• This is underscored by the Hebrew language, which uses plural forms for key words, hinting at the varied aspects of life and existence.

Understanding Life in Plural Forms 11:55

"In Scripture, there are various forms of life: spiritual life, physical life, mortal life, and immortal life."

• The Hebrew word for life, "chaiyim," appears in a plural form throughout Scripture, signifying the complexity of life in its many forms.

• This pluralization suggests a rich diversity in the understanding of life, including distinctions between spiritual and physical existence.

The Significance of Plural Words in the Bible 12:18

"There’s more than one kind of water. There’s living water and natural water."

• The Bible uses plural terms for water, such as "mayim," signifying different categories, including living water and the water above or below the heavens.

• The grammatical plurality of certain nouns serves as a vehicle for deeper revelation and meaning within the text.

The Creation of Heavens and Earth 12:55

"God created the heavens and the earth."

• According to biblical passages, the heavens and their inhabitants were created before the earth itself.

• This chronological detail suggests that the realms of heaven existed as a complete entity prior to the creation of the physical world.

Job's Encounter with God 13:20

"When the Lord laid the foundations of the earth, the morning stars sang, and the sons of God shouted for joy."

• In the book of Job, God confronts Job with questions regarding the creation, emphasizing that the angels ("sons of God") were witnesses to the foundational act of creating the earth.

• This highlights the idea that heaven's inhabitants were engaged and present during the creation process.

Nehemiah's Declaration of the Heavens 15:40

"Thou hast made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host."

• Nehemiah 9:6 describes God creating multiple heavens, reinforcing the biblical theme of plural heavens.

• The notion of a “heaven of heavens” suggests layers or dimensions beyond our visible universe, elevating our understanding of divine realms.

The Concept of Time Between Genesis Verses 17:22

"I believe there is an unmeasured lapse of time between Genesis 1:1 and Genesis 1:2."

• The transition from Genesis 1:1 to 1:2 signifies potentially vast stretches of time, which are difficult to quantify.

• The beginning of time in a biblical context may operate on a different scale than human understanding, as God's perception of time is unfathomable.

The State of the Earth in Genesis 18:31

"The earth was without form and void; the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters."

• Genesis 1:2 describes a chaotic state of the earth that suggests a fall from an originally intended form rather than an inherent creation state.

• The words "tohu" and "bohu" illustrate a condition of desolation, indicating a significant transformation that occurred prior to God’s active creation.

The Use of Tohu and Bohu in Scripture 20:21

"The earth became waste and void."

• The terms "tohu" and "bohu" appear elsewhere in the Old Testament, signifying not only desolation but also a severe judgment or consequence of divine disfavor.

• In Isaiah 34, these terms underscore the permanent nature of God's judgment on Edom, linking desolation to divine action throughout biblical literature.

The Desolation of Judgment 22:04

"Not be quenched night nor day; the burning pitch; the smoke thereof shall go up forever: from generation to generation it shall lie waste; none shall pass through it forever."

• This passage discusses a place of eternal desolation, indicating that it will remain uninhabited and a constant reminder of divine judgment against wickedness. The imagery of unquenchable fire and perpetual smoke emphasizes the severity and endless nature of this judgment.

The Metaphor of Confusion and Emptiness 22:40

"He shall stretch out upon it the line of confusion, and the stones of emptiness."

• The metaphor involving an architect's measuring line symbolizes God's judgment, revealing a state of total disarray and void. The Hebrew terms “tohu” (confusion) and “bohu” (emptiness) illustrate the desolation resulting from God's wrath, depicting a scene devoid of life and hope.

Historical Context of Judgment in Scripture 23:24

"My people is foolish, they have not known me; they are sottish children, they have none understanding."

• This excerpt from Jeremiah illustrates the folly and ignorance of the people of Israel, paving the way for God's judgment. The vision of the earth being “without form and void” reflects the consequences of rebellion and highlights a recurring theme throughout the Bible concerning desolation as a punishment for wickedness.

Consistency of Desolation Across Scripture 24:40

"The only three places where these two words occur together are Genesis 1:2, Isaiah 34:11, Jeremiah 4:23."

• The occurrences of "tohu" and "bohu" in these texts consistently depict scenes of desolation as divine judgment against grievous wrongdoing. This suggests a systematic representation of destruction and emptiness across different biblical contexts, linking the consequences of sin to the state of the earth.

Instances of "Tohu" Without "Bohu" 24:56

"He found Jacob in a waste howling wilderness."

• Various biblical passages reference “tohu” to describe desolate states caused by divine judgment. Terms such as “waste” and “wilderness” denote a lack of life, direction, or purpose, emphasizing the effects of God's anger and the resultant chaos for those facing judgment.

The Nature of God's Creation 27:31

"He created it not in vain; he formed it to be inhabited."

• The notion that God did not create the world in a state of "tohu" informs understanding of its original purpose. This assertion stresses that the earth was intended for habitation and flourishing life, and the presence of desolation indicates a significant shift due to divine judgment, rather than being part of the initial plan.