On Thursday we continued to explore the blessings the Lord poured upon the Israelites despite their murmuring (complaining). He had bread rain upon them (manna) b/c there was nothing to eat. He also provided water for them.
Isaac asked in class, why did the Israelites continue to complain if they saw all the miracles the Lord had already performed?
Why did the Lord continue to provide?
If people looked back at us several decades later what would they say about us?
Do you complain even when blessings seem to clearly come into your life?
Sunday, 20 November 2011
Wednesday, 16 November 2011
Exodus 14-15 The Red Sea and Murmuring Part 1
Have you ever experienced a situation in which you felt helpless?
If so, do you remember ever seeking out the Lord for help??
In Exodus 14 we see how the Lord helps the Israelites even though they are complaining aka murmuring.
The Israelites see the Egyptians pursuing them and become scared. They allow their fear to get the best of them. They say they were better off in Egypt as servants than wandering in the wilderness to their death.
In verse 13 we read this phrase: Fear ye not, stand still.
At times fear may cloud your judgement and possibly make you forget the Lord. This may possibly lead you to make a rash decision. Stand still and be patient. The Lord will help you. But you must practice faith.
In movies we have seen the Red Sea part immediately after Moses puts his rod over it. This is not what happens in the scriptures. The parting of the sea happens overnight. At which point the Israelites are still moving forward not truly knowing whether the sea will part. This exemplifies the principle of faith.
We need to trust in the Lord even if we are uncertain of what will happen.
I know he will bless your life. He has blessed mine.
If so, do you remember ever seeking out the Lord for help??
In Exodus 14 we see how the Lord helps the Israelites even though they are complaining aka murmuring.
The Israelites see the Egyptians pursuing them and become scared. They allow their fear to get the best of them. They say they were better off in Egypt as servants than wandering in the wilderness to their death.
In verse 13 we read this phrase: Fear ye not, stand still.
At times fear may cloud your judgement and possibly make you forget the Lord. This may possibly lead you to make a rash decision. Stand still and be patient. The Lord will help you. But you must practice faith.
In movies we have seen the Red Sea part immediately after Moses puts his rod over it. This is not what happens in the scriptures. The parting of the sea happens overnight. At which point the Israelites are still moving forward not truly knowing whether the sea will part. This exemplifies the principle of faith.
We need to trust in the Lord even if we are uncertain of what will happen.
I know he will bless your life. He has blessed mine.
Exodus 11-12 Symbolism in the Scriptures
If the Prophet said there was a natural disaster coming to our area and that everyone who went to the Rego Park building would be saved. Would you go?
Why or why not?
How did the Pharaoh and the Israelites heed to Moses' warnings?
Yesterday we discussed the last plague. All the firstborn would die. In order for the children of Israel to protect their firstborn in others words have the "destroyer" "pass over" their homes they needed to do something specific.
What did they have to do?
They had to get an unblemished lamb and put its blood on the door post. Of course you will find more details in Exodus 12:1-28 but that is the jest of what the scripture is saying.
How did the blood of the lamb save the firstborn?
Who is referred to as the "Lamb" in the scriptures?
How did the Lamb save mankind?
In the video we watched today we learned the answers to these questions.
The Passover can be compared to the atonement. The Lamb represents Jesus Christ. The blood represents his blood and it also represents life.
The blood of the Lamb saved the firstborn of Israel just like the blood of Jesus Christ saved all mankind.
Why did/does the Lord use symbolism?
Why or why not?
How did the Pharaoh and the Israelites heed to Moses' warnings?
Yesterday we discussed the last plague. All the firstborn would die. In order for the children of Israel to protect their firstborn in others words have the "destroyer" "pass over" their homes they needed to do something specific.
What did they have to do?
They had to get an unblemished lamb and put its blood on the door post. Of course you will find more details in Exodus 12:1-28 but that is the jest of what the scripture is saying.
How did the blood of the lamb save the firstborn?
Who is referred to as the "Lamb" in the scriptures?
How did the Lamb save mankind?
In the video we watched today we learned the answers to these questions.
The Passover can be compared to the atonement. The Lamb represents Jesus Christ. The blood represents his blood and it also represents life.
The blood of the Lamb saved the firstborn of Israel just like the blood of Jesus Christ saved all mankind.
Why did/does the Lord use symbolism?
Friday, 11 November 2011
The Plagues (Exodus 7-10)
The Lord sends Moses to have the Israelites delivered from Bondage but the Pharaoh hardens his heart and makes things more difficult for them. They have to complete tasks but are no longer given supplies to complete the tasks. They now have to look for the supplies and still manage to complete the tasks within the same time frame.
If you were Moses how would you feel? You were asked to deliver the people but seem to worsen their condition?
It is because the Pharaoh hardens his heart that the plagues begin.
We learned that each plague corresponds to an Egyptian God. Why do you think that is?
If you were Moses how would you feel? You were asked to deliver the people but seem to worsen their condition?
It is because the Pharaoh hardens his heart that the plagues begin.
We learned that each plague corresponds to an Egyptian God. Why do you think that is?
Plagues | Egyptian Gods | Parallels in Latter-day Prophecies |
|---|---|---|
1. Water to blood (seeExodus 7:17–25) | Hapi (or Hopi)—controlled the waters of the Nile, which was itself considered sacred | See Revelation 8:8;16:3–6 |
2. Frogs (seeExodus 8:2–6) |  Heqt (or Heket)—goddess with a frog’s head | |
3. Lice, or gnats (seeExodus 8:16–17) |  Seth—god of the earth; the earth was turned into lice, or gnats | |
4. Flies (seeExodus 8:21–24) |  Possibly Uachit—represented by a fly | |
5. Cattle dying (seeExodus 9:2–7) |  Apis and Mnevis—bull gods; Hathor—goddess with a cow head; Khnum—a ram god | |
6. Boils and blains (seeExodus 9:8–11) |  Sekhmet—a goddess with power over disease; Sunu—the pestilence god; Isis—a goddess of healing | |
7. Hail and fire (seeExodus 9:22–26) |  Nut—the sky goddess; Osiris—the god of crops and fertility | See Revelation 8:7 |
8. Locusts (seeExodus 10:12–15) |  Osiris—god of crops and fertility | See Revelation 9:3 |
9. Darkness (seeExodus 10:21–23) |  Khepri, Re (or Ra) and Amun—sun gods | |
10. Death of the firstborn (seeExodus 12:12–30) |  Pharaoh—considered a god, but had no power to save his own son from death; Isis—goddess who protected children  I got these images from this website: http://inthedoghouse.hubpages.com/hub/Ten-Plagues-For-Ten-Gods As we can see the Lord's power supersedes others power. Be careful. Sometimes we can be tricked. How can you be tricked?? |
Moses' early life; The Burning Bush; Moses returns to Egypt (Exodus 1-5)
What does Exodus mean?
- To exit; depart
Last week we learned how/why the Israelites migrated to Egypt. Quick recap after Joseph revealed himself to his brothers he forgave them and then had them move to Egypt with all their posterity.
After Joseph and the Pharaoh passed a new Pharaoh reigned over Egypt. The scriptures state that he did not know Joseph.
This Pharaoh noticed how the Israelites flourished and became concerned about their power.
He commanded all the Hebrew midwives to kill every new born boy. (The midwives did not listen to this command. They feared God more than they feared the Pharaoh.)
In your life who do you feel like you respect more the Lord or man? What do your actions show?
In effort to save her child Moses' mother put him in a basket and sent him up the river.
This decision not only saved Moses but it also saved the life of the Israelites from bondage.
The daughter of the Pharaoh finds and raises Moses.
Moses leaves Egypt, which is when he marries his wife, Zipporah. The Lord visits him. He is told to visit the Pharaoh and request to have the Israelites freed.
How can we liken this to our lives? The Israelites are in Bondage. The Lord hears their cries and sees their burdens and wants to deliver them.
Have you ever felt like you did something that caused you to feel stuck or feel like there was no way out? If so, know the Lord can deliver you. He cares for you immensely.
Sunday, 6 November 2011
Patriarchal Blessing our modern day Liahona
What was the Liahona? I'm not talking about the church magazine.
From the scriptures we can gather that it was a guide for Lehi and his family.
Wouldn't it be awesome if we had a guide sort of like a blue print in our lives?
Actually we can have access to a guide. It's known as the patriarchal blessing.
You can receive a patriarchal blessing when you feel worthy to get one. I received mine when I was a teenager. I have to be honest. I don't think I truly understood how valuable and sacred this blessing was/is. I don't think I was spiritually prepared to receive mine at the time I did.
I encourage you to prepare yourself. This will be the only way you will truly appreciate it.
Now I do want you to keep in mind that the promises made in this blessing are not guaranteed if you do not do what the Lord asks you to do. You must do your part.
Do you feel like you're spiritually ready to receive your patriarchal blessing?
From the scriptures we can gather that it was a guide for Lehi and his family.
Wouldn't it be awesome if we had a guide sort of like a blue print in our lives?
Actually we can have access to a guide. It's known as the patriarchal blessing.
You can receive a patriarchal blessing when you feel worthy to get one. I received mine when I was a teenager. I have to be honest. I don't think I truly understood how valuable and sacred this blessing was/is. I don't think I was spiritually prepared to receive mine at the time I did.
I encourage you to prepare yourself. This will be the only way you will truly appreciate it.
Now I do want you to keep in mind that the promises made in this blessing are not guaranteed if you do not do what the Lord asks you to do. You must do your part.
Do you feel like you're spiritually ready to receive your patriarchal blessing?
Thursday, 3 November 2011
Forgiveness Genesis 44- 45
Judah was able to convince their father Jacob to send Benjamin (the youngest son (second son of Rachael)) to Egypt
Judah said he would watch over Benjamin and would pretty much give his life for him.
When Joseph's brothers arrive to Egypt, Joseph sets a dinner for them (they still don't know who Joseph is; they still think it's just the man second in command to the pharaoh).
Benjamin gets the biggest portion (this may be pointed out in the scriptures to possibly see what feelings this may bring about from the other brothers).
Joseph sends them off after the dinner but sends someone after them stating that one of the stole an item.
They all deny having taken anything. After being searched the item was found in Benjamin's sack.
Judah speaks to Joseph to allow him to be taken in place of Benjamin. He explains that his father Jacob would probably die if Benjamin does not return.
Joseph sees the change of heart of his brothers and reveals himself to them.
He forgave them and explained that it was the Lord's plan. Because he was sold he was not able to save them.
I am amazed by this story. There are two huge lessons here we can apply to our lives.
Have you ever felt offended and hurt by someone? Have you felt so upset with someone you are unwilling to look past their offense?
What can you learn from Joseph?
Have you ever felt so frustrated with your trials and wondered why you are being tested? Have you ever felt like life is not fair?
How can Joseph'a trials help us confront ours?
Judah said he would watch over Benjamin and would pretty much give his life for him.
When Joseph's brothers arrive to Egypt, Joseph sets a dinner for them (they still don't know who Joseph is; they still think it's just the man second in command to the pharaoh).
Benjamin gets the biggest portion (this may be pointed out in the scriptures to possibly see what feelings this may bring about from the other brothers).
Joseph sends them off after the dinner but sends someone after them stating that one of the stole an item.
They all deny having taken anything. After being searched the item was found in Benjamin's sack.
Judah speaks to Joseph to allow him to be taken in place of Benjamin. He explains that his father Jacob would probably die if Benjamin does not return.
Joseph sees the change of heart of his brothers and reveals himself to them.
He forgave them and explained that it was the Lord's plan. Because he was sold he was not able to save them.
I am amazed by this story. There are two huge lessons here we can apply to our lives.
Have you ever felt offended and hurt by someone? Have you felt so upset with someone you are unwilling to look past their offense?
What can you learn from Joseph?
Have you ever felt so frustrated with your trials and wondered why you are being tested? Have you ever felt like life is not fair?
How can Joseph'a trials help us confront ours?
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