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Worlds: The Natural and the Heavenly Realm:
Accessing Heavenly Searching, knocking, and asking are the first steps to knowing God and His wisdom. In order to make headway in this quest, the motivation of your heart's must be sincere and fervent. Revelation and inspiration will surely follow. While there are many who claim to hold the key to wisdom, one must knock at the right door. This door IS found in The Holy Bible. The Bible is not an antique, out-dated document. The Bible is the one document that holds a perfect record in the hundreds, even thousands of prophecies that have come to pass. In
order to secure understanding, one must acknowledge the Holy
Spirit for He is The Spirit of Truth who proceeds from the one
true God. God the eternal one is revealed by Jesus Christ. The
pathway that leads a seeker into the knowledge of the mysteries
of God is only through Yeshua. Jesus the Messiah is the way,
the truth, and the life, and him only. Religions
and Religious organizations even those who mask themselves as
Christian, often try to present their own institution as the only
true way. Such institutions can lead a seeker into dogma or
deception. There
are many who disagree with the concept of progressive
revelation. Religions wish to see the mysteries of God
(essential truth) codified and made concrete for to pass down to
future generations. These understandings which we call
"doctrines" of faith can vary considerably as to the
interpretation of any particular scripture passage. The response
from the doctrinal watchdogs say these have been the teachings
of the fathers and we stand upon our doctrines. These
doctrines of course, represent the acknowledged view of that sect
whether Catholic, Protestant, or the sub sects of Protestantism
or other non Christian sects. The
Holy Spirit was introduced on the Jewish Feast of Pentecost, 50
days after the Passover. Jesus thus fulfilled that Jewish
festival as he fulfilled the previous three. This event recorded
in Acts Chapter 1 and 2 , was the moment of spiritual empowerment
that was promised the disciples. They were not to teach or
testify until after this. This Spirit has many kinds of
supernatural expressions which we discuss later. One of these is
the Spirit of Wisdom and understanding. Wisdom lies latent
in the Word of God. (Bible) Yeshua (Jesus) is also called the
"Living Word” and continues to speak to the reader.
This is what makes the Bible unique. Not only does the information found in it prove valid but it has the power to reveal "heavenly things"- truth on a level beyond the factual or informational level. There are then two levels which experienced by those who read Scripture, informational and revelational. Believers who are Spirit born, and empowered by the Holy Spirit Baptism experience are illumined by "The Rhema Word." Rhema refers to the proceeding voice of God which enlivens the Scripture and makes it speak to the present needs of any reader. The Spirit brings life and understanding. "The letter of the Scripture, Jesus said, kills." There are many who believe the Bible is mostly a fable or make believe. They have not yet received the necessary key to wisdom, belief and faith. With these we know that the stories of God's wonders in day of old are more than fables, they are assuredly true. Jesus gave this testimony about knowing the mysteries of God. " - I know Him, I am from Him, He sent me. -" (John 7:19.) Yet, not everyone is, persuaded by these words. There are also many today remain unpersuaded that Yeshua is the one mediator between God and Man and who truly speaks for God. I myself, have learned and understand that God is a God of mysteries and hidden things. The
parables taught by Yeshua (Jesus) had
within them kernels of truth on multiple levels;
plain story-level truth and higher spiritual
level revelation. There is and always has been
the matter of hidden truth, or 'hidden manna.'
To Christ's disciples it was given to know
the secrets of the Kingdom of God while others
received no more than a moral homily. Why is
it that God reveals himself to some and not
to others? The unbeliever must set aside unbelief before he/she can make the first step of faith. (Hebrews 11 - - if anyone would come to God they must first believe that He is, and rewards those who seek Him. -paraphrased)Thus the key to unpacking and deciphering the Word of God can not be achieved entirely by academic skills and study alone. If that were true only the bookish could know God. The Divine Spirit, Ruach ha kadesh, in Hebrew called in King James vernacular the Holy Ghost, is the one and only way to achieve valid revelations of God. The Spirit of God always reveals and glorifies Jesus. There are of course mystics from other relgions and cultures who receive spiritual revelations but these are of another spirit and do not conform to biblical truth. This
writing is a testimony through which you can
receive at least a glimpse into some of these
mysteries and derive some hope of entering
a deeper realm of revelation through your future
efforts. The insights I share were not learned
from Christian institutions but were drawn
entirely from my own studies and experience.
But
if these do not conform to the entirety of
Scripture it is of no value! The
following chapters deal with the subject of
Mysteries. There are several topics that will
appear initially to seem too familiar; such
as those addressed in a sermon or a Bible study.
But though the topics sound familiar, I believe
there are deeper and more profound revelations
and understanding to be revealed. These topics
are not in any hierarchy of order. Nor will
I suggest that my thoughts on these topics
are more than a glimmer of light upon yet
deeper understanding. I can do little more
than introduce the topics of God's mysteries.
These are of course, just a few of the mysteries
of the Bible. Many more remain to be explored
and mined. Many preachers and teachers have provided us with their best understandings as Christian commentaries. When we read commentaries that any teacher or authority has written, we will be presented with a set of that person's understandings. For this reason, Bible commentaries should never be regarded as absolute or difinitive. Precepts are available to any in the BODY to share what the Bible has revealed to each. This builds and edifies the Body of Christ (those called to believe in him) with broader and deeper understanding. But we must be cautioned that the divine author of the Bible knows Truth in its fullness. Some if not most of the higher wisdom of God can only be grasped when we have joined the Lord in that time of perfection after we have left this mortal world. There are mysteries and mysteries within mysteries only to be revealed in due time. Revelation is progressive and ever deepening. Some Biblical mysteries are "sealed" only to be revealed by God's Holy Spirit in God's time. Contrary to what some would assert, not all the knowledge or answers (facts) are revealed. God has a time and sequence to complete his plan are for The Church, for Israel and for the world. As God said to Daniel and to John in Revelations, go your way, these matters are to be 'sealed' and be revealed in a time yet to come. It is clear in reading prophetic writings that God has withheld (sealed from access) certain matters because it is not yet His time to make them known. The mystery of the 'Church Age' was hidden to all Old Testament prophets and remained latent until it was revealed to Paul by the resurrected Jesus. Details concerning the resurrection were not known until after the apostolic age. Certain matters dealing with the end of the age was sealed from Daniel. John who recorded The Revelation, was told in Revelation Chapter 10 that the things which the seventh thunder uttered were reserved to be prophesied at a future time. EXAMPLES
OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BRINGING FORTH REVELATION Introduction
to Bible Mysteries Hearing Though
for some this Grace appears absent to many
who pick up the Scriptures to read casually,
it is available to those who ask for it humbly
in faith. It would be presumptuous, however,
to assume that we are automatically entitled
to it. It is equally presumptuous to assume
we may understand or comprehend the mystery
of the Word with only the natural mind. Again
the apostle Paul reminds us, "the letter
kills, but the Spirit gives life."(2Corinthians
3:6) The Holy Spirit is He who God has sent
to teach all things which are from Christ and
God. As I stated, I am only one commentator,
and do not pretend to be the only person who
has received this understanding and doctrine
for God is without partiality without 'respect
of persons. ' He will reveal Himself to any
who seek Him. Here
is an introduction to essential
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Book 1: Resources:
Understanding Home Fellowships Frank
Viola Sid
Roth Barna's
Book: "Revolution" Sid
Roth Guest: Guest:
Jim Rutz
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