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This is teaching 3 of 4 from the Steel Wool Men's retreat at Camp Pinnacle in Voorheesville, New York October 3-5, 2025.

Listen the other teachings:

1 - Identity w/ Mat Hauser

https://youtu.be/p6lQknrtyGY

2 - Rest in the Lord w/ Rick Cohen

https://youtu.be/RmgbEhLUaak

4 - What do we need w/ Jeff Stasko

https://youtu.be/ioQ5uInWq9s

Save the date for the 2026 retreat: October 3-5th 2026.

For more information on the retreat visit: https://ironsheep.org/steelwool

Teaching Notes:

Read all of Romans 6

Rom 6.1 - Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? Read Rom 5.20-21. God’s grace (and free gift through Jesus Christ) covers a multitude of sins. So if we sin MORE, then we actually make the value of Jesus’ sacrifice greater… so lets just go crazy. Nope - you're missing the entire point and here it is:

Rom 6.2, “we are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer?” - Paul is touching on the main point of the Chapter here, he will explain in more detail.

Rom 6.3-4 - Baptism.Baptism is a picture, right? What does it picture? Jesus’s death, burial, and resurrection.We go down into the water, which symbolizes Jesus’ death and burial.We come up out of the water, which symbolizes Jesus’ resurrection.

Rom 6.5-7 - death to the old self.Jesus was killed and buried; in doing that, he became our spotless “passover lamb,” (“God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” (2 Cor 5.21). BUT THEN, God raised him from the dead, to be the “first fruits.” The resurrection of Christ is critical! Just as he was raised from the dead, so too will we be raised to eternity in heaven with the Lord. Rom 6.6 - old self was crucified with him? YOU ARE A NEW CREATION. BORN AGAIN!“The body ruled by sin is done away with” - we are no longer slaves to sin.Person testimony - My obsession with pornography started in 7th grade.

Slave to sin verses:John 8.34, 2 Peter 2:19, Titus 3.3, Proverbs 5.22 and Ephesians 2.1-2. Satin wants you to stay locked in your chains.

Rom 6.7 - Anyone who has died has been set free from sin. Think about that.

Rom 6.8-11 - Christ died and was raised from the dead. He can not die again. So too, our old self has died, it's buried.

Rom 6.12-14 - DO NOT LET SIN REIGN, DO NOT OFFER ANY PART OF YOURSELF TO SIN AS AN INSTRUMENT OF WICKEDNESS. As Christians, when we accept Christ and are baptized into a new life with him, our old self is reckoned dead. We are no longer going to hell; we have a new destination at our death, and sin no longer has its chains wrapped around us. But SO many of us voluntarily put those chains back on. Kill the old self, put him to death, and embrace the born-again you.

Rom 7.14-25. You do not have to be perfect. I am not calling you to that, that's impossible. What I am calling you to do is to publicly declare the old self dead, and do the best you can to not allow that old sinful way of life to control your actions today. So, how did I break the chains that pornography had on me?1. I made a covenant with my wife, to tell her everything and be honest. 2. Rather than focusing on what I ought NOT to do, I focused on learning who God is.

Discussion Questions:

What does someone look like who is a slave to sin? How can you tell?
When in your life would you say you were a “slave to sin?”
How has a person who has physically died been set free from sin?
How can you, as a born-again believer, be an instrument of wickedness? What does that look like?
What does it look like to offer yourselves to the Lord as an instrument of righteousness?
What is a habitual sin that Christ crucified on the cross but you are allowing to still have power in your life?
Who has a testimony to share, of a victory over sin, that the Holy Spirit has helped you overcome?

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This is teaching 4 of 4 from the Steel Wool Men's retreat at Camp Pinnacle in Voorheesville, New York October 3-5, 2025.

Watch the other teachings:

1 - Identity w/ Mat Hauser

https://youtu.be/p6lQknrtyGY

2 - Rest in the Lord w/ Rick Cohen

https://youtu.be/RmgbEhLUaak

3 - Reckon it Dead w/ Dave Bigler

https://youtu.be/4LpZvUOM6Kk

Save the date for the 2026 retreat: October 3-5th 2026.

For more information on the retreat visit:

https://ironsheep.org/steelwool

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This is teaching 2 of 4 from the Steel Wool Men's retreat at Camp Pinnacle in Voorheesville, New York October 3-5, 2025.

Watch the other teachings:

1 - Identity w/ Mat Hauser

https://youtu.be/p6lQknrtyGY

3 - Reckon it Dead w/ Dave Bigler

https://youtu.be/4LpZvUOM6Kk

4 - What do we need w/ Jeff Stasko

https://youtu.be/ioQ5uInWq9s

Save the date for the 2026 retreat: October 3-5th 2026.

For more information on the retreat visit:

https://ironsheep.org/steelwool

Teaching Notes:

Colossians 1.24-29

Christ in you, the hope of glory!Not just a future date, although we look to that time of seeing Him face to face. But Eternal Life is ours now: The God of Heaven lives in our hearts.

1 Corinthians 6.17

But he who is joined to the Lord is 1 spirit with Him. So deep is our UNION with Christ that Paul explains, in 1 Cor 6, that to join our bodies with a harlot is to join Christ to one. The physical union expressed in marriage is a picture of the spiritual union we have with Jesus. We are the Bride of Christ.

Romans 8.28-29

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. God’s plan, working His will, IN US, is to conform (also can translate: transform)us to be like Him. This is not to copy Him, but to express the life of Jesus within us.

Psalm 103.7

He made known His ways to Moses, His acts to the children of Israel.Moses knew why God did what He did, while most of the people only saw His works, and were not changed by them. Moses wanted more, to know God for who He is; “show men Your Glory”. And God revealed His nature to Moses, in a personal way.

1 Peter 1.10-12

Of this salvation the prophets have inquired and searched carefully, who prophesied of the grace that would come to you, searching what, or what manner of time, the Spirit of Christ who was in them was indicating when He testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ and the glories that would follow. To them it was revealed that, not to themselves, but to [e]us they were ministering the things which now have been reported to you through those who have preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven—things which angels desire to look into. (2 Corinthians 5.17 New creatures in Christ!)The prophets, including Moses, did not understand fully, or even experientially, what we have been given in the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Even angels, who are in the presence of God, ‘long to look into’ this relationship with God. And as God is love, He is fully love, but He is also Mercy, Justice, Righteousness, etc. And He is not broken into pieces, but is fully each of these attributes to each of us. Our INNER LIFE verses our OUTER LIFE needs exploration

Matthew 11.28-30

Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”So, because we are one with Christ, as He dwells within us, we do not have a transactional relationship with Him. Rather, we belong to Him, with Him, and for Him. And He is ours, He is our peace, and He, not a day, is our true rest. Are you able to stop in heart and mind-simply be with Him, appreciating what you truly have? To rest in Him is to not need anything.

John 19.30

So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished!” And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit.The work of salvation is finished by Jesus, and this also applies to the provision of rest to our souls. We won’t experience this reality in a 2 day retreat, but we can ask God to reveal His true rest and begin to bring us to the full realization that we are complete in Him, and He is living in us.

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This is teaching 1 of 4 from the Steel Wool Men's retreat at Camp Pinnacle in Voorheesville, New York October 3-5, 2025.

Watch the other teachings:

1 - Identity w/ Matt Hauser

https://youtu.be/p6lQknrtyGY

2 - Rest in the Lord w/ Rick Cohen

https://youtu.be/RmgbEhLUaak

3 - Reckon it Dead w/ Dave Bigler

https://youtu.be/4LpZvUOM6Kk

4 - What do we need w/ Jeff Stasko

https://youtu.be/ioQ5uInWq9s

Save the date for the 2026 retreat: October 3-5th 2026.For more information on the retreat visit:

https://ironsheep.org/steelwool

Teaching Notes:

Who are you?

Your false identity promises life but leads to death, your true identity promises death but leads to life.God wants us to know who he is and who we are (who he made us to be).Jesus walking people from their false identity into their true identity.

Luke 15.11-32

Jesus speaking to tax collectors and “sinners” – Pharisees muttering: reinforcing the false identity – you are not your vocation, you are not the sum of your decisionsSon is driven by belief that there is something better – would rather have his father dead. New identity – disrespect of the one who loves me. Leave for distant land – separation from the fatherLoses everything, tries to fix the situation in his false identity.Comes to senses, but still operating in his false identityWhile he was a long way off, his father saw him – Jesus is with you right now, ready for you to come back to who he made you to be at any moment. Robe: son’s restored dignity, honor, and family statusRing: restored authority, identity, and sonship (entrusted to act on his father’s behalf)

Luke 19.1-9

Zacchaeus means “pure” oneTax collector: Greedy or corruptSmall in statureZacchaeus responds in his true identityA true son of Abraham: just “a fine American”?

Genesis 15 – the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision.Now look to the heavens and count the stars, if you are able… so shall your offspring be.John1 – In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God… The word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Discussion Questions:

The following are questions to contemplate while in conversation with Jesus. Listen to what Jesus reveals to you and note the answers

What do you believe about yourself or God that hurts you?
Negative emotions (e.g., fear, doubt, shame) can be an indication of false belief about yourself and/or God. What is the most common negative emotion you experience?
If you can, recall when you first remember feeling this way. What were the circumstances?
Confess your beliefs about yourself and/or God to Jesus. What does he say about them? Give you false beliefs to Jesus. What does He do with them?
Ask Jesus what He calls you (your true identity).
Based on what He reveals, what does he want you to know?
Based on what He reveals, what does he want you to do?

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Leviticus 18 continues the “holiness code,” talking about sexual immorality. The holiness code is a series of chapters in Leviticus (chapters 17-26) that call the Israelites to be holy and set apart for the Lord. In verse 3, God calls the Israelites not to be like the Egyptians (where they had been) and not to be like the people in the land they are going to (the Canaanites). The Israelites are not to engage in unlawful sexual relations, and included in that discussion, Dave talks about what the Bible has to say about Polygamy, child sacrifice, abortion, and homosexuality. The application for the Israelites in Moses' day was that they were to be set apart for the Lord; our application today is the same. We can not be perfect, but based on being perfectly forgiven in Christ, we ought to aim for living Holy lives, not allowing anything that will derail or lead us astray in our lives.Outline:00:24 - heavy subjects to be covered today. You must read the Bible for yourself and come to your own conclusions. If you are upset by what is shared, ask the question, am I upset at this teaching or am I upset by what the Bible says? When we find ourselves in contradiction to the Bible, we can either change and follow God’s direction or we can rebel and go our own way.02:13 - using AI to study the Bible. Artificial intelligence is a great resource for doing research to see what the Bible says. 04:43 - reading all of Leviticus 1809:26 - Leviticus 18.1-5 & 24-30 - Sets up the rest of the Holiness Code. The Israelites were to be set apart.10:56 - Leviticus 18.3 - You must not do as they do in Egypt. What do they do in Egypt? Bible verses cited: Ex chapters 7-12; Ex 12.12; Ex 32 and Lev 17.7. You must not do as they do in the land of Canaan. What was the sin of the Canaanites? False worship & Idolatry (Baal, Asherah, & Molek) as well as child sacrifices, occult practices, witchcraft, and divination. Bible verses cited: Deut 18.9–12, Lev 18.26-27, Gen 15.16, Exo 3.8; 3.17; 33.2; 34.11; Deut, Joshua, Judges, etc). Joshua 1-12 God uses the Israelites to judge the Canaanites.What right does God have to judge the Canaanites, or any people group? Just wait until we talk about child sacrifice. God does judge the wicked for their acts: 2 Peter 2.4-10, 2 Peter 3.9-1823:25 - Leviticus 18.6-23 - Unlawful Sexual Relations23:59 - Why does Leviticus 18 not outlaw having sex with your children?24:45 - Leviticus 18.18 - Polygamy - Does the Bible condone polygamy? Does the Bible outlaw polygamy? Bible verses cited: Gen ch 16 as well as chs 29-30. 1 Kngs 11.3; Gen 2.24; Ex 21.10; Deut 21.15-17; Lev 18.18; Mat 19.1-9; Eph 5.25-33; 1 Tim 3.2; Tit 1.6, and 1 Cor 7.2/34:56 - Leviticus 18.19 - “uncleanness of her monthly period.” Leviticus 15.19-2437:55 - Leviticus 18.21 - Child Sacrifice. Bible verses cited: Lev 18.21; Deut 12.31; Deut 18.10; Lev 20.2-5; 2 Kngs 16.3; 2 Kngs 21.6; Jer 32.35, and Jer 7.31.Abortion statistics: Article: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/abortion45:17 - Leviticus 18.22 - Homosexuality - “that is detestable.” What does the Bible say about homosexuality? Bible verses cited: Lev 18.22; Lev 20.13; Gen 19; 1 Tim 1.9-10; Rom 1.18-32; and 1 Cor 6.9-20. Additional Bible verses on sexual immorality: Gen 2.2; Pro 6.27-32; Gal 5.19-21; Eph 5.3-5; Heb 13.4; 1 Thes 4.3-5; Mat 5.28; and 1 Cor 6.18-201:01:25 - Leviticus 18.30 (and v2, 4, 5, 6, & 21) - I am the Lord your God. Israel was to be set apart. So are we. Bible verses cited: Matt 5.13-16, Jam 4.7, and Rom 12.1-2.Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgJoin the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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In this teaching, Dave Bigler quest teaches at Adirondack Christian Fellowship. He goes through Matthew 8.23-27 talking about Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee. Dave talks about the historical context of the Sea of Galilee and how quickly storms can rage on that water. We see Jesus, not worried at all, quickly calm the story and ask the disciples why they doubted. We see this applicable in our lives today as we face the storms that rage in our own lives, and how we grow from going through them. Dave ties this into short-term missions and how we grow from intentionally putting ourselves in situations that will strengthen our faith in the Lord. Dave concludes with a recap of his recent team trip to Malawi, Africa.

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In this Bible Study, we unpack Leviticus chapter 17 in which we do a deep dive into Blood, from both a physical side as well as the spiritual side (as the instrument of atonement for our sins). In Leviticus 17.11 we get the entire point of the Gospel message, “the life is in the blood… I have given it to you to make atonement…”Outline:00:19 - Steel Wool Men’s retreat. October 3-5, Friday 5pm - Sunday at 11am. Find out more and sign up at https://ironsheep.org/steelwool01:57 - Lev 17-26 - “the Holiness Code”Verses: Lev 19.2 “Speak to the entire assembly of Israel and say to them: ‘Be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.’” As well as Exo 19.3-606:47 - Leviticus 17.1-9Any and all sacrifices were to be done at the tabernacle. 08:43 - Leviticus 17.3 - is it sacrifice or slaughter? T here is an interesting disparity between the translations, which can change the meaning, but if you read in the context, I think the Bible gives us a clear answer.Hebrew word: שָׁחַט šāḥaṭ “Shawkhat” - To kill, slay, slaughter, or offer (sacrifice)Leviticus 17.5 & 7 - שָׂעִיר śāʿîr or se'irim literally translates (hairy ones), sometimes it is translated in the KJV as Goat, Kid, Devil, Satyr. Other verses mentioned Exodus 32 as well as chapters 7-12 and Deuteronomy 12.15.24:33 - Leviticus 17.10-16 - The Life is in the Blood. I have given it to you to make atonement.Life is in the blood (physically and spiritually)26:32 - Physical (there is “life” in our blood)1. Blood provides Oxygen and Nutrient Delivery2. Blood provides Waste Removal and Detoxification3. Blood provides an Immune Defense Arsenal4. Blood provides Rapid Clotting and Hemostasis5. Blood provides temperature and pH Regulation6. Blood provides incredible Self-Renewal and ScalePsalm 139.14, - we are fearfully and wonderfully made!The complexity of the human system can only be explained by an intelligent designer far superior to ourselves.33:57 - Life is in the blood - a spiritual perspective of blood as an atonement currency.,Verses hit on: Heb 9.22; Romans 3.23; 1 John 1.8; Isaiah 53.6; Romans 6.23; 1 John 2.2; Romans 5.8; Hebrews 2.17; 1 Peter 2.24; 2 Corinthians 5.21; Romans 3.25. Jesus is the ultimate atonement, the price paid for our transgressions. To make us right with God (righteous).Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgJoin the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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In this Bible Study we walk through all of Leviticus 16 in which we study the Day of Atonement, also known as Yom Kippur (יום כיפור). The Day of Atonement was (and still is) the most holy day for all of Israel, although it was celebrated differently in Moses’ day from how it is today. We will talk about the foundation of this Holy Day, as well as what a scapegoat is (and who/what is Azazel).

OUTLINE:

00:13 - Personal update. Why am I wearing a bowtie?

02:37 - What is my job as a Bible teacher?

03:25 - Reading of Leviticus 16

10:30 - Leviticus 16.1 - Nadab & Abihu - Aaron’s sons who died in Chapter 10.

13:11 - Overview of the tabernacle set up, including the outer courtyard, the bronze altar, the wash basin, the candlestick, the table of show bread, the altar of incense, the curtain (or veil), the holy place, the holy of holies (or most holy place), and finally the ark of the covenant.

15:37 - What is the Day of Atonement?

17:05 - What was the sin of Nadab & Abihu?Watch the full study of Leviticus chapter 10 on Nadab & Abihu.https://youtu.be/ds7kyDHUq0w

20:00 - Leviticus 16.3-5 - the animals mentioned for the sacrifice for the day of atonement.

21:38 - Leviticus 16.6-10 “Scapegoat.” What is the Scapegoat? Who is Azazel? Is Azazel a demon? Why is there a discrepancy between translations of the Bible? The Hebrew word: עֲזָאזֵל ʿăzā'zēl (Azazel), the Greek translation (from the Septuagint) is ἀποπομπαῖος (apopompaios), meaning "the one sent away" or "scapegoat.”

32:07 - Jesus is our scapegoat! See verses Isa 53.5-6 and Heb 10.10.

34:13 - Yom Kippur (יום כיפור). A look at the most holy day for Israel, during Moses' day, during the first and second temple period as well as today (under the rabbinic law). Yom Kippur is still celebrated today; in 2025, it is on October 1 sundown - after nightfall on October 2. For full details of Yom Kippur traditions practiced by Jews today, visit:https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/177886/jewish/What-Is-Yom-Kippur.htm

38:46 - Conclusions; a reading of Hebrews 10.1-25. Jesus is the culmination and fulfillment of the Levitical law.

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Why are Christian's called to fear God? In this excerpt, taken from a full Bible study through Genesis 31, Bible Teacher Dave Bigler answers this hard question.Watch the full study: https://youtu.be/FhyzW_b89wYSupport Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgJoin the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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In Matthew 8:1-4 we see a man who had leprosy approach Jesus and ask to be cleansed. Jesus heals the man and instructs him not only not to tell anyone what he did but also to go to the priests and give the offerings commanded by Moses. In this Bible study we will unpack the context of what this meant for the leper in that day. We will look at Leprosy (Hansen's disease) as it was in the days of Moses, the days of Jesus and for us today. Finally we will look at this passage for modern application for us today, looking at leprosy as a picture of sin, and how we can see our own story today in Jesus healing the leper.This video was filmed at Adirondack Christian Fellowship. For more on ACF visit: https://acfsaratoga.org/Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgJoin the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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Life can be very stressful; there are many things we face that can cause anxiety. The Apostle Paul calls us not to be anxious about anything, but rather, to submit it to God and let his peace guard our hearts and our minds. In this study, we break down Philippians 4.4-7 looking at Paul’s words of encouragement in times of trouble.

Outline:

01:05 - Background on Philippians

04:10 - Philippians 4.4. “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Bible verses referenced: Rom 3.10, 23; Isa 64.6; Rom 6.23

15:15 - Philippians 4.5. “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” Bible verses referenced: Matt 11.29 and 2 Peter 3.9-10

18:10 - Philippians 4.6. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”

Bible verses referenced: Psalm 145.18-20.

24:22 - Philippians 4.7. “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard

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In this Bible Study, we cover Leviticus chapter 15, which talks all about bodily discharges; both regularly occurring discharges as well as irregular ones. We will look at these in the context of being “clean” as it relates to the Israelites' ability to worship in the Tabernacle. We will also look at modern applications as we look at our filthy rags and our need to be cleansed.

Outline:

01:39 - Introduction

02:14 - What does clean and unclean mean in Leviticus?

07:04 - How does a “discharge” differ from a “defiling skin disease” of Lev 13-14. Psalm 19.12 - “cleanse me from my hidden faults.”

08:05 - Leviticus 15.1-3

08:42 - What is an unusual bodily discharge? Word study: “Body” bāśār בָּשָׂר. “Discharge” zûḇ זוּב. Ex 3.8.

12:57 - Leviticus 15.4-12. Unusual bodily discharges for men and the repercussions of them. What are examples of bodily discharges that Leviticus 15.1-12 is talking about? Diarrhea, Puss, and Gonorrhea?

17:18 - Leviticus 15.13-15. Outline of what must be done for a man who has an unusual (not regular) bodily discharge to be cleansed. Included waiting 7 days, cleaning, and then bringing an offering (2 doves or 2 young pigeons); one for a sin offering, the other for a burnt offering.1

9:09 - Leviticus 15.16-18. Regularly occurring male discharges.

21:51 - Leviticus 15.19-24. Regularly occurring female discharges.

24:00 - Leviticus 15.25-27. Irregularly occurring female discharges.

25:07 - Leviticus 15.28-30. Outline of what a woman must do to be cleansed from irregular discharges (including waiting 7 days, cleaning, and then bringing an offering (2 doves or 2 young pigeons); one for a sin offering, the other for a burnt offering.

26:35 - Luke 8.40-48 - The woman who had been bleeding for 12 years who touched Jesus' hem and was healed. Heb 10:10, “we have been made holy through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.” Rom 5.8, “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us”

31:56 - Leviticus 15.31-33. God designed the human body, he designed the reproductive system, both the male system as well as the female system. They are amazing and beautiful and not to be ashamed of. The same is true with sex; it is designed by God and is an awesome gift from the Lord. Gen 1 & 2 we see God create them MALE & FEMALE (just 2), and they are given the charge to “be fruitful and increase in number” (Gen 2.28). Gen 2.24-25, “a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh. Matt 19.5-6, Jesus restates this and adds in “Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” Heb 13.4 - “Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral.” More on Sexual Immorality read 1 Cor 6.9-20. 1 Cor 7.3-5 - actually instructs married couples to have regular intercourse. Seriously, read it. Sex is an amazing, beautiful thing that is a gift from God for us to experience in marriage.

38:50 - Application. Lev 15.31, “You must keep the Israelites separate from things that make them unclean.”We need to avoid things that keep us unclean today as well. A modern application for this today is looking at how sin makes us “unclean” and hinders us. Hebrews 12.1-3. We today can approach the lord in our filthy rags, but we also ought to avoid intentionally messing around with things that will trip us up.

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Leprosy is a picture (a metaphor for sin). We see in Leviticus 13-14 a description of leprosy (defiling skin diseases) that paints a picture of what sin is like and what has been done for us as a result of it.We see in Leviticus 13 that Sin Spreads (Lev 13.5-8), and that Sin Defiles & Isolates us (Lev 13.44-46). Sin desensatises us, it deadens our nerves (just like leprosy does). We see in Leviticus 14 the process that the sick person went through to be cleansed: First, the Priest went to the leper (Lev 14.1-3) - Jesus came to us (Luke 19.10, and Matt 18.12-14). Second, a sacrifice was offered (Lev 14.8-20) - Jesus is our sacrificial lamb (Heb 9.22, 10.1-25; John 1.29; 1 Cor 5.7; 1 John 4.9-10, and John 3.16). Three, the sick person had to do something; they had to act. In Leviticus, they were responsible for cleaning themselves (Lev 14.8-9). Today, we too have to do something, we have to act, and that simple act is accepting the sacrifice that was made in our place (Rom 10.9-10, 13).In looking at Leviticus 13 and 14, we see a picture of what sin does to us, and what God has done to free us from it!

Outline:

00:45 - Introduction to Leprosy (disease) as a picture of sin.

02:23 - Sin is more than skin deep. Lev 13.3-4, 25, 30-32, 34. Jer 17.9 - “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?”

08:37 - Sin spreads Bible Verses: Lev 13.5-8, 22-23, 27-28, 32, 34-36, 51, 53, 55; 14.39, 44, 48; James 1.14-15; Mat 16.5-12; Gal 5.9, and Rom 1.18-32.15:53 - Sin Defiles

Bible Verses: Lev 13.44-46; Num 32.23, Isa 6,.5 and 64.6.

20:17 - Sin isolates

Bible Verse: Lev 13.44-46.22:58 - Sin deadens our nerves - causes us to lose sensitivity to right and wrong.

Bible Verse: Eph 4.17-19.

25:53 - SALVATION

26:58 - The priest went to the leperBible Verses: Lev 14.1-3; Luke 19.10, and Matt 18.12-14.

28:15 - The victim offers a sacrifice

Bible Verses: Lev 14.8-20; Heb 9.22, 10.1-25; John 1.29; Ex 11-12; 1 Cor 5.7; 1 John 4.9-10, and John 3.16.

35:03 - The Sick had to Act

Bible Verses: Lev 14.8-9; Mark 1.40-44; Rom 12.2; Psa 1; Rev 3.20, and Rom 10.9-10, 13.

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There is great symbolism in the Old Testament. In Leviticus 14.3-7 we see a cleansing ceremony to a person healed of leprosy (or a defiling skin disease). In that ceremony, there are two birds, a clay pot with fresh water as well as cedar wood, scarlet yarn and hyssop. One can quickly read over these elements and their potential symbolism, pointing to the gospel narrative. Dave breaks down each of these elements and their potential symbolism.

Outline:

03:37 - The Sacrificial Bird - symbolizing Jesus crucified

04:12 - The Fresh Water - symbolizing living water, fulfilled in Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.

John 4.1-26, and John 7.37-39

06:21 - The Clay Pot - we are earthen vessels.

2 Cor 4.7, Jer 18.1-6, and Isa 64.8

07:59 - The Cedar Wood - symbolizing the Cross

08:05 - The Scarlet Yarn - symbolizing the Gospel narrative woven throughout the entire Bible

09:09 - The Hyssop - found also at Passover and Calvary

09:42 - The Released Bird - symbolizing Jesus' resurrection and ascension

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In this Bible Study, we look at Leviticus chapter 14 as we continue our “clean and unclean” segment of Leviticus. In chapter 13, we saw the ways that a person would be labeled “unclean” - due to a defiling skin disease. In Chapter 14, we see how a person can be declared “clean” after having a defiling skin disease.

Outline:

00:15 - Outline of Leviticus 13 & 14 and recap.

03:00 - What did it mean to be considered “unclean?” Was an “unclean” person not loved by God or by the Israelite community?

04:20 - Jesus heals people with Leprosy

09:37 - Leviticus 14.1-6 - Cedarwood, scarlet yarn, hyssop - why these three??? all could be used for cleansing? Num 19.6 uses the same three things.

11:36 - Leviticus 14.7-10 - Why the two birds? For you Bible scholars, this may remind you of something; Leviticus 16.7-10 - Scapegoat

14:14 - Leviticus 14.8-9 - bathe twice, shave twice. They must still isolate outside their own tent for 7 days, perhaps this was just to ensure the defiling skin issues did not come back?

15:47 - Leviticus 14.10-20 (reading of)

17:58 - Leviticus 14.10-11 - What did the person to be cleansed need to bring?

18:39 - Leviticus 14.14-17 - Blood (from the guilt offering) - lobe of right ear, right thumb, and right big toe. The same with the oil (on the right ear, thumb, and big toe). WHY?

Exodus 29.20 and Leviticus 8.23 are similar in correlation to the consecration and ordination of the tabernacle priests.

20:28 - Offerings - We see the guilt offering, the sin offering, the burnt offering, the grain offering (as well as a wave offering). This restores the patient to full fellowship as a member of the covenant community.

22:24 - Leviticus 14.21-32 - Provision for the poor.

25:11 - Leviticus 14.33-48 - mold in a house or building

31:13 - Leviticus 14.49-53 - The cleansing process is the same for the house as it is for a person in verses 4-7. It is nearly identical, though there are some differences.

34:00 - Leviticus 14.54-57 - conclusions

34:46 - Application - Thanks be to God that we are cleaned (washed) by the blood of Jesus Christ!

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In this Bible study, we look at Leviticus chapter 13 and the process that the priest would go through to diagnose defiling skin diseases (or “Leprosy” as labeled in some Bible translations). We look at Leprosy (known today as Hansen’s disease) and walk through each of the “defiling skin diseases” outlined in the chapter. We also talk about why a person with Leprosy had to call out “unclean-unclean” as they walked down the street.

Outline:

01:45 - CLEAN / UNCLEAN - do not confuse “unclean” with being judged by God, or with being “unloved” by the community. To be unclean meant you were not cleared to approach the Lord in the Tabernacle. You were not cleared for entry, AND if you were labeled “unclean” and you had contact with anyone who Was clean, they are now unclean as well and have to go through the cleansing rites to become clean (cleared to approach the Lord).

04:41 -“Leprosy” or “Defiling Skin Diseases?” Why do the translations differ in what word they use for chapters 13 and 14? The Hebrew word for defiling skin disease, traditionally translated as 'leprosy,' was used for various diseases affecting the skin.

05:55 - define the Word “Leprosy” Hebrew: TṢāraʿaṯh “tsaw-rah'-ath” צָרַעַת

Leprosy is a real thing. It existed in Jesus' day (as it does today). Today it is known as Hansen’s disease because the word “Leprosy” has such a negative connotation to it.

New International Bible Dictionary p.273

World Health Organization Article on Leprosy: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/leprosy

14:25 - Leviticus 13.1-8 (Reading and discussion of)

18:12 - Leviticus 13.9-17 (Reading and discussion of)

21:12 - Leviticus 13.18-23 - Boils (Reading and discussion of).

22:11 - See also: Exodus 9.8-12 and Job 2.7-8. More Bible verses on boils: Dt 28.27, 35; 2 Kings 20.7 & Isa 38.21

24:10 - Leviticus 13.24-28 - burns (Reading and discussion of)

25:58 - Leviticus 13.29-44 - scalp or head sores (Reading and discussion of)

29:09 - Leviticus 13.45-46 (Reading and discussion of). Quarantining was their only way to fight contagious diseases. See also: Numbers 5.1-4, Lamentations 4.15, and Luke 17.12-13

32:40 - Application of Leviticus 13

36:45 - Leviticus 13.47-59 - mildew (Reading and discussion of)

39:49 - What does Wrap and Woof mean in the Bible? This is a term used when weaving fabric. The warp is the strand that goes up and down, and the woof is the strand that goes lengthwise or across. The idea is that you are to examine very closely, both the vertical and the horizontal threads of the woven or knitted material.

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Do you feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities of life? Like there just aren't enough hours in the day? In this Bible Study, Dave Bigler, looks at Psalm 1, as well as Romans 12.2 to see what the Bible has to say about reordering the priorities of our lives.Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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We are continuing our way through the clean and unclean segment of Leviticus (chapters 11-15). In this Bible study we look at the purification rites associated with giving birth to a child. Dave talks again about what it means to be “clean” and “unclean.” Dave does spend a good deal of time talking about circumcision, as it is solidified in the law as a requirement of all Jewish boys on the 8th day. What does Paul mean when he speaks of circumcision of the heart?

Outline:

00:13 - Introduction Clean & unclean segment 11-15

01:14 - Unclean is not bad, and clean is not necessarily “good” it is simply a label for a person to know whether they have properly prepared, set themselves apart to go to the tabernacle and participate in a worship service. It is neither bad nor good, but more so “clear” or “not clear” for worship. God made provision for the cleansing and restoration of anyone who became “unclean” or “defiled.” Remember, unclean is not necessarily “bad.” In chapter 15, we will talk about discharges, which have to do with both the male and the female reproductive system, which God designed and called “good.”

05:23 - Read all of Leviticus 12

06:47 - Blood is important as it relates to the sacrifices as well as to cleanliness.

07:43 - Leviticus 12.2 - A son or a daughterCeremonially unclean for 7 days. (8th day, circumcise the boy - we will discuss) - Then wait 33 days before going to the temple. A total wait of 40 days.

07:43 - Why was there a period of time after a woman gives birth when she is called “unclean?”

10:30 - Why is there a difference between a son and a daughter as it relates to how long the purification time should be?

13:16 - Leviticus 12.3 - Circumcision

Gen 17:10-14; 12.2-3; 21.4; Luke 2.21; Jer 4.4; Phil 3.4-9; Rom 2.25-29; Col 2.10-11; Eph 2.8-9

Paul is saying that circumcision is an outward sign of being set apart for God. But even if you have that outward sign, yet inside are sinful, the outward sign is pointless. A circumcised body and a sinful heart are at odds with each other.Paul says that we ought to focus on the condition of the heart.You are the Lord’s, do you acknowledge that with your heart and your lips? Don’t worry about your outward signs, your “good deeds.” Worry first about your heart and your personal, intimate relationship with God.

26:33 - Leviticus 12.6-8

A burnt offering and a sin offering.CEB & the NABRE - have “purification offering” for Lev 5.

Luke 2.22-24

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We start a new segment of Leviticus, looking at what is “clean” and “unclean” for the Israelites. We must remember that “unclean” is not necessarily bad, it just means that it is not holy or fit for use in worship of God in the tabernacle. Being “clean” or “unclean” was a designation related to someone’s ability to participate in the worship at the tabernacle. If you were “unclean,” you had to go through the cleansing process to become “clean” in order to enter the tabernacle courtyard. It was all about being set apart and prepared to approach the Lord. In this Bible study, we look at the first of 5 chapters on cleanliness, looking at what foods are clean and unclean.

Outline:

06:16 - Overview of Leviticus 11-15

Leviticus 11 - food - what is clean and may be eaten, and what is unclean and not to be eaten

Leviticus 12 - cleanliness and purification after childbirth

Leviticus 13 - skin diseases, fungus & molds

Leviticus 14 - cleansing skin diseases, fungus & molds

Leviticus 15 - discharges causing uncleanness

01:17 - Why are these chapters on cleanliness here? Why are they so odd at times? What was their purpose? Why did all this even exist in the first place - IT MAKES NO SENSE. Give me just a few minutes and I will give a quick explanationThe principal duties of the Israelite priesthood

Distinguish between the Holy and the common
Distinguish between the unclean and the clean
Teach the decrees of the Lord

Exo 19.6 God calls Israel to be a Holy nation, a kingdom of priests

Gal 3.23-25, The law was our guardian until Christ came that we might be justified by faith. KJV - Schoolmaster. AMP - tutor and our disciplinarian. RSV - Custodian. TLB - teacher and guide.

Application:

This call to be set apart did not just exist for the Jews in Moses' day. It exists for us today. Jesus, in the opening of the Sermon on the Mount, he said, Mat 5.14-16 - “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl.”

13:44 - Leviticus 11.1-3

What is a divided hoof?

What is chewing the cud?

16:09 - Leviticus 11.4-5

Hyrax - A small rabbit-like creature (Coney, rock badger, or a sharphan).Psa 104.18Pro 30.26

17:11 - Leviticus 11.6 - Do rabbits chew the cud? (coprophagy)

18:25 - Leviticus - 11.7-8 - pigs are unclean

18:38 - Leviticus 11.9-12 - Fish vs shellfish

20:36 - Leviticus 11.13-19 - Birds

21:39 - Leviticus 11.20-23 - Insects - Locust, Katydid, cricket or grasshopper Mat 3.4 - John the Baptist ate locusts and wild honey

24:59 - Lev 11.24-43 - Carcasses - unclean until evening

29:43 - What is Shechita?

30:29 - did the Jews cause the bubonic plague?

31:52 - Conclusions

Acts 11.4-18 (Acts 10.1 - 11.18)

Mark 7.14-19, “nothing that enters a person from the outside can defile them”

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In this Apostle Talk interview, Saratoga Race Course Chaplain, Alberto Matos tells his unlikely story of God calling him from a life of drugs and prison, to serve Him and work to help others. Alberto serves as the Chaplain at the horse track, but he also is the Pastor of Aguas Vivas, a Spanish speaking church that meets Sunday nights at First Baptist in Saratoga Springs.Connect with Alberto:518.723.5300alberto@rtcany.orghttps://www.nyrtca.org/https://aguasvivaselim.com/Apostle Talk is a production of Iron Sheep Ministries:Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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In this Bible Study, we look at Leviticus 10 and Nadab and Abihu, Aaron’s sons. Why did God kill Nadab and Abihu? What did they do that brought down God’s swift judgment? We also look at the story of Korah in Numbers 16 as well as Annanis and Sapphira in Acts 5. Dave also briefly talks about Alcohol and what the Bible has to say about consuming it.

Outline:

01:31 - introduction, context of Leviticus 10

03:08 - Reading Leviticus 10.1-2

05:10 - What did Nadab and Abihu do to deserve death?

05:32 - Theory 1 - The wrong guys - they were not authorized to offer incense (that was the role of the High Priest). Exodus 30.7-8

07:19 - Theory 2: The wrong method - they were using their own personal censers rather than those of the tabernacle. WORD STUDY: Censer, maḥtâ מַחְתָּה (Makh-taw). Ex 25.38, 27.3, 37.23 and 38.3 - all in references to fire pans

Numbers 16.17-18

1 Kings 7.50

2 Kings 25.15

2 Chronicles 26.16-21

13:11 - Theory 3: They used unauthorized or “other” incense.Exo 30.9

14:02 - Theory 4: They used “unauthorized” or “strange” fire.Lev 16.12Num 16.46

16:36 - Rule of simplicity or the rule of simplest reading.

18:28 - Other examples of God’s fast and harsh judgmentNumbers 16Num 16.3Num 16.28-35

23:09 - Acts 5:1-11 - Ananias and SapphiraActs 4:32-36

27:06 - God had a plan, God had a purposeActs 5.11

28:13 - Number 16 - Korah.

Who were The “Sons of Korah”

Nu 26.11 - Korah’s son’s were spared (through their line, God did some awesome things):

1 - key helpers in the Tabernacle. 1Ch 9.19-21

2 - Listed among King David’s expert warriors: 1 Chr 12.6

3 - Prophet Samuel is a direct descendant 1 Chr 6.31-38 Note: they are listed under “Temple Musicians”

4 - The “sons of Korah” are credited with 11 of our psalms: 42, 44-49, 84-85 & 87-88

Psa 42.1

Psa 46.1-3.

33:23 - What was God’s plan in the case of Nadab & Abihu? We can not know for certain.God’s actions with Nadab & Abihu made a clear statement:

35:23 - why did Nadab & Abihu bring in unholy, unsanctioned, wild fire?We really don’t know. 2 Sam 6.5-7

38:39 - Reading of Leviticus 10.3-8

40:36 - Are leaders in the church not supposed to mourn the loss of their loved ones?

42:01 - reading Leviticus 10.8-11 - dealing with Alcohol

44:02 - Is it wrong for Christians to drink Alcohol?

Verses against Alcohol (against drunkenness)

Lev 10.9

Nu 6.3

Deu 29.6

Judg 13.4, 7, 14

Pro 20.1; 23.29-35; 31.4

Isa 5.11, 22; 24.9; 28.7; 29.9; 56.12

Eph 5.18

1 Tim 3.3,8

Verses in favor of Alcohol (in moderation)

Eccl 9.7

Psa 104.15

Amos 9.14

Isa 55.1

John 2.1-11 & Mat 26.29

1 Tim 5.23

Verses of caution: You have freedom, but don’t use that freedom to cause anyone else to stumble. Our bodies are temples for the Holy Spirit and it is right for us to honor our bodies with everything we do.

Rom 14.1-23

1 Cor 6.12-20

1 Cor 10.23-33

45:48 - Reading Leviticus 10.12-20 Why did Aaron and his sons not eat the sin offering as instructed by Moses and by God? Nadab and Abihu died because they disobeyed God, why would you risk his wrath by disabaying the Lord?Aaron knew the motivation God had in the offerings. They were signs of a relationship in the heart. Aaron would have been lying if he had eaten the offering with the wrong heart.

1 Sammual 16.7

Micah 6.6-8

50:02 - Why is it important not to take communion unworthily?

1 Corinthians 11.27-32

53:19 - Conclusions

Isa 55:8-11

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In this Bible study of Leviticus chapter 9, we see the first tabernacle service. Up until this point, Moses has been conducting all the sacrifices, but now Aaron and his sons will take on the role of tabernacle priests, as outlined at the end of Exodus and fully explained in the first 7 chapters of Leviticus. At the end of the service, we see the Glory of the Lord appear to the people, and we see God consume their offerings with fire from heaven! We conclude this talk camping out on these two subjects, the Glory of the Lord and Fire being used as a sign from God.

Outline

00:10 - introduction - where we are at in Leviticus

02:20 - Reading Leviticus 9.1-6

03:24 - This is a summary of what is going to happen in the chapter. Moses is directing Aaron. Up to this point, Moses had been doing the offerings; now, Aaron and his sons were finally ready to do the job outlined at the end of Exodus and at the opening of Leviticus.

04.12 - Reading Leviticus 9.7-14

05.27 - Explanation

05.46 - Reading Leviticus 9.15-22

06:47 - Explanation - The offerings have now been made for the people of Israel.

08:14 - Application - we must deal with our own sinful practices in our lives before we can be the most useful to God in helping others. Matthew 7.3-5 Is a great example for us given by Jesus. This all has to do with the sanctification process; we are forever (in this life) a work in progress.

12:54 - Reading Leviticus 9.23-24.

14:00 - Examples in the Bible of fire consuming an offering or a sacrifice.

Jdg 6.11-22 - Gideon - speaking to an angel of the Lord.

1 Kgs 18.16-39 - Elijah on Mount Carmel

2 Chr 7.1-3 - David dedicates the temple,

23:20 - The Glory of the Lord

Glory = כָּבוֹד (kāḇôḏ)

Exo 16.10

Exo 24.16-17

Exo 40:33-35

Lev 9.23-24

2 Chr 7.1-3

Ezek 8.4; 9.3; 10.4, 18; 11.22-23

Luke 2.8-9

John 1.14

1 Cor 6.19-20

John 17.20-23

Rev 21.22-23

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Leviticus 8 Bible Study - The Establishment of the Priesthood - Part 1 - The Ordination.

In this Bible Study we look at Leviticus chapter 8. Chapters 8-10 are all about the establishment of the priesthood, and today we look at the ordination process. God gave Moses very specific instructions in Exodus 28 and 29 and here we see those plans carried out.

Outline:

00:49 - Leviticus 1-7 Offerings Review The offerings outlined in Leviticus 1-7: the burnt offering, the grain offering, the fellowship (peace) offering, as well as the sin and guilt offerings. We spent a lot of time looking at the blood of an offering. Leviticus 17.11 - the life is in the blood. The blood makes atonement. Heb 10.1-4. Heb 10.12

06:00 - Prayer06:27 - Leviticus 8 overview.- More on the priesthood, read Exodus 28-19

09:32 - Leviticus 8.1-4

10:55 - Leviticus 9.5-9

For more on the tabernacle priests’ outfits read Leviticus 28 and watch the bible study video: https://youtu.be/ESCe9UF-nRg

12:35 What did the Israelite High Priests’ outfit look like?Photo taken from Rose Guide to the Tabernacle:https://www.christianbook.com/rose-guide-to-the-tabernacle/benjamin-galan/9781596362765/pd/362765?event=BRSRCG|PSEN

15:02 - What are the Urim and the Thummim in the Bible?

Exo 28.30

Num 27.21

1 Sam 14.37-45

21:34 - Leviticus 8.10-13 (anointing oil of the tabernacle and everything in it and outside it).

23:11 - Leviticus 8.14-17 - “long lobe of the liver”

25:32 - Leviticus 8.18-2126.50 - Leviticus 8.22-29

28:31 - Why does Moses put blood on the Right ear lobe, the right thumb, and the right big toe of Aaron (the high priest)?

32:40 - Leviticus 8.30-36 - Everything has now been anointed and set apart for the work of the Lord.

35:25 - If Jesus is our high priest (Heb 4.14-16) why do we not see Him go through a similar ordination process? Why does he not need to make atonements or sacrifices?Heb 9.11-15 - gives us the answer.

27:56 - Conclusions: In the Old Covenant, God’s people had a priesthood, but under the New Covenant, we, the church, are called to be that priesthood.

1 Peter 2.5, “you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” We are still called to make sacrifices today, but they are spiritual in nature, and not through the blood of animals.

1 Peter 2.9, “you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”

1 Cor 6.18-20, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies.”

Closing Question for you to think on, do you consider yourself a holy, anointed priest of the Lord, anointed, consecrated, Set Apart for the Lord? If not, why not? If so, how?

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In this bible study, we cover Matthew 5.1-12 looking at the Beatitudes. The Beatitudes are a list of 8 statements from Jesus, each with a promise. “Blessed” - happy, joyful, on the right path- is the person who follows each of Jesus’ calls. This includes a call to be poor in spirit, to mourn our sinful state, to be meek, to thirst for righteousness, to show mercy, to be pure of heart, to be a peacemaker, and to rejoice in persecution.The Beatitudes are a progressive ladder, with each separate step being critical to understand before attempting the next step. Some of the steps are easier for some than others, and that's ok, but we need to take these one at a time, and do our best to follow Jesus’ call. Keeping in mind that on our own, without the help of the Holy Spirit, we are not capable of any of them.

Outline:

00:24 - Introduction to Beatitudes and the Sermon on the Mount

02:10 - What is sanctification?

02:58 - Prayer

03:43 - Reading Matthew 5.1-12

04:54 - What are the Beatitudes?The name “Beatitude” comes from the LATIN: BEATUS - bā-ˈä-təs (“Bay a tues”) The Greek is μακάριος makarios mak-ar'-ee-osEnglish - “Blessed,” “Bless-ed” or “happy”

1 Peter 1.8

Think of the Beatitudes as a road map, better yet, think of it as a ladder. A step ladder of the sanctification process.

07:53 - Matthew 5.3 - Blessed are the POOR IN SPIRIT

08:05 - What does it mean to be poor in spirit?

STEP 1 - Be humble. Realize you are nothing without God.

John 15.5

Php 2.3-4

Read Luke 18.9-14.

Pro 16.18

13:51 - Matthew 5.4 - Blessed are THOSE WHO MOURN

14:06 - What does it mean to mourn in the Bible?

Gen 23.2 - Abraham mourned the loss of his wife Sarah

Rom 3.23

Rom 6.23

READ Rom 7.24-25 - 8:1-2

Prov. 28:13

STEP 2 - Mourn your sin.

20:01 - Matthew 5.5 - BLESSED ARE THE MEEK

20:14 - what does it mean to be meek? What is meekness?

Meekness is not weaknessMeekness is power under control

Matt 11:28-30

READ John 18:1-6. Jesus gives us an example of meekness under control in the Garden of Gethsemane.

STEP 3 - Be meek, Power under control.

Matthew 5.6 - BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS.

25:55 - What is Righteousness? How is Righteousness defined in the Bible?

Isa 64.6

Rom 3.22

Titus 3.4-7

God is the ultimate source of all righteousness. So to hunger and thirst for Righteousness is to hunger and thirst for people to have a right relationship with their creator.

STEP 4 - Have a hunger to see people with a right relationship with God. Hunger for people to be saved.

32:27 - Matthew 5.7. BLESSED ARE THE MERCIFUL

32:32 - What does it mean to be merciful? What is Mercy? What is the difference between Grace and Mercy?

What does it look like to be Merciful? Forgiving someone even when they do not deserve to be forgiven. Forgive someone even if they don’t even seek your forgiveness.

Mat 6.14-15

Rom 12.18

STEP 5 - Show mercy. Let go and let God!

37:56 - Matthew 5.8. BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN HEART.

What does the world say about your heart, and what does the Bible say?

Jer 17.9

Article: https://www.gotquestions.org/pure-in-heart.html

Psalm 51:10,

STEP 6 - Pray and plead for the Lord to create a pure heart in you.

43:19 - Matthew 5.9 - BLESSED ARE THE PEACEMAKERS

43:26 - What is a peacemaker?

What is peace?

שָׁלוֹם šālôm

Pro 18.21

Isa 9.6

Rom 10.17

STEP 7 - be a peacemaker - not a mayhem manifestor

48:43 - BLESSED ARE THE PERSECUTED

2 tim 3.12

Luke 6.22

https://www.christianity.com/church/church-history/timeline/1-300/whatever-happened-to-the-twelve-apostles-11629558.htmlJohn 16.33

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In this video interview, Iron Sheep Ministries' board member Jeff Stasko interviews Renewal Prayer Network's president, Jay Richmond, talking about the challenges faced in ministry and how RPN comes alongside to support.

Renewal Prayer Network (RPN) provides:

Interim Pulpit Supply (guest preaching)
Church Consulting/Assessment
Networking for Pastors/Leaders
Prayer Counseling

For more details contact RPN:

https://www.renewalprayer.net/

1 (518) 330-7403

rpn.jay@gmail.com

Outline of talk:

01:32 - What is Renewal Prayer Network (RPN)? Don & Joyce Mostrom were the founders back in 1994.

02:47 - What does RPN do in a practical way?

04:35 - As you minister to the body of Christ, what are some of the things that RPN does?

11:41 - What is your personal story Jay? How has God prepared you for the ministry you have been called to? What was the transition like from full time pastoral ministry into full time with Renewal Prayer Network?

19:48 - Hardships in Pastor Jay's personal life

Irene Cirillo - Christ in action prayer

https://www.christinactionprayer.com/

29:36 - Reformed Church of Schoharie

32:52 - "I used to come up with the plan, and then ask God to bless it."

35:05 - Pride in the church - "I want it my way."

35:56 - Based on your vast reach in our area, what are some of the challenges you see for the body of Christ?

38:56 - What did Jesus command?

41:12 - What are some of the impacts of RPN on your personal life? Closing thoughts.

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In this Bible Study, Dave covers 60 verses; from Leviticus 6.8 - through the end of chapter 7. In this segment we see additional directions given for the priests as it relates to the six different offerings. In doing this, Dave goes through and does a quick review of each of the six offerings outlined in Leviticus 1-7: the Burnt Offering, Grain Offering, Sin Offering, Guilt Offering and the Fellowship Offering. Its a long study, but it wraps up this first segment of the book of Leviticus. Outline:00:51 - Teaching Outline:6.8-13 - The Burnt Offering6.14-23 - The Grain Offering6.24-30 - The Sin Offering7.01-10 - Guilt Offering (aka trespass or Restoration offering)7.11-21 - The Fellowship Offering7.22-7:27 - Eating Fat and Blood of an offering is forbidden7.28-7.36 - The Priests’ Share (Wave Offering / Ordination Offering)7.37-38 - conclusion02:57 - Lev 6.8-13 - The Burnt Offering (Covered in Lev 1)Gen 4.4, Gen 8.18-21, Gen 22.2, Lev 7.8, Lev 6.8-1310:21 Lev 6.14-23 - The Grain Offering (Covered in Lev 2) - Lev 2 - Gift - Minḥâ מִנְחָה - Gen 32-33 - Gen 43:11 - Lev 6.14-2314:59 - Lev 6.24-30 - The Sin Offering (aka the purification offering) - (covered in Lev 4.1-5.13)22:56 - Lev 7.01-10 - Guilt Offering (aka trespass or restitution offering, compensation offering or penalty offering) - Covered in Lev 5.14-6.728:14 - Lev 7.11-21 - The Fellowship Offering (AKA: “well-being” or “peace” offering (Covered in Lev 3). 1 Kings 8.62-63 Solomon offers a fellowship offering at the dedication of the temple37.18 - Lev 7.22-27 - Eating Fat and Blood of an offering is forbidden - Gen 9.4 - Lev 3.17 - Lev 17.10-1442:18 - Lev 7.28-36 - The Priests’ Share (Wave Offering / Ordination Offering)46:08 - Should people in ministry be paid for their work? Do we need to tithe to the church? Why? Where does it say that in the Bible? - Deut 25.4 - Luke 10.7 - 1 Tim 5.18 - 1 Cor 9.9 - Malachi 3.10-52:34 - Lev 7.37-38 - Conclusion & ApplicationJesus is the fulfillment of the entire Law (including the Levitical sacrificial system) - it all points to Christ. The Warren Wirsbe quote is from The Bible Exposition Commentary (link in bibliography below)Proof texts: - 1 Pet 2.24 - 1 Pet 1.18-19 - Heb 10.1-25 - Matt 5.17-18Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zADReferences:Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.Alexander, Desmond T., Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch. Downers Groce, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2003.https://www.christianbook.com/dictionary-testament-pentateuch-compendium-contemporary-scholarship/9780830817818/pd/17812?event=ESRCGBarker, L. Kenneth. The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, Abridged Edition, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994. https://www.christianbook.com/expositors-commentary-abridged-volume-1-testament/kenneth-barker/9780310254966/pd/54963?event=BRSRCG|PSENGane, Roy. The NIV Application Commentary, Leviticus, Numbers. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004.https://www.christianbook.com/leviticus-numbers-niv-application-commentary/roy-gane/9780310210887/pd/210887?event=BRSRCG|PSENTenney, Merrill. New International Bible Dictionary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1987.Purchase: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-dictionary-of-the-bible/j-d-douglas/9780310534891/pd/0534891?event=ESRCGWiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG

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In this Bible Study we we look at the final of the offerings in the opening chapters of Leviticus, the Guilt or Restitution offering. This offering is unique to the others in that it requires restitution be made to the offended party and an additional penalty be paid for the sin (whatever it was). This has application for us today, as we ask the Lord if there are wrongs we have done in our past that we need to make right.

Outline:

02:03 - reading of Leviticus 5.14-6.7

05:20 - Lev 5.15 - “Guilt Offering” (NIV). Other translations: “trespass offering,” “compensation offering,” “restitution offering,” “reparation offering,” or “penalty offering.”

6:41 - Lev 5.15 & 6.2 - “Unfaithful to the Lord” (NIV)

WORD STUDY, Unfaithful, maʿal מַעַל (Mah-al): “unfaithful or treacherous act, trespass, against man or against God.”

09:11 - Lev 5.15 & 16, 18, 6.6 - “a ram”

09:36 - Lev 5.15, 18 & 6.6 - of the proper value in silver, according to the sanctuary shekel.

11:06 - What is a “Sanctuary shekel valued at?”

Ex 30.13 - 1 sanctuary shekel weighs twenty gerahs
1 Sanctuary shekel, weighed ⅖ of an ounce or 12 grams.

11:53 - Lev 5.16 - “They must make restitution” (NIV & most others), “Make amends” (KJV), “restore” (NET).

WORD STUDY (Restitution): šālam שָׁלַם (Shaw-lam) - Pay, render, restore, repay, recompense, requite, to make peace with, to make whole.

13:21 - Lev 5.16 & 6.5 - penalty of a fifth of its value (20%)

14:04 - Recap of the steps of the guilt offering

15:08 - Luke 19.1-10 - Restitution by Zacchaeus

16:31 - Why were Tax collectors so despised by the Jews? Matt 9.9-11

21:22 - What does it mean to be a “son of Abraham?”

Heb 11.8
Gen 15.6
Gal 3.7

22:24 - Application - Restitution is not a requirement of salvation, but it does demonstrate repentance.

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In this study, Bible teacher, Dave Bigler (Iron Sheep Ministries), guest teaches at Adirondack Christian Fellowship. Dave covers Matthew chapter 3, looking at who is John the Baptist? What was his assignment? What was his Job? Dave concludes with an application asking, what is our job as Christ followers today?OUTLINE:02:13 - introduction and outline of Bible Study - Background on John the Baptist03:10 - OT prophecies of a messenger that would prepare the way: - Isaiah 40:3-5 - Malachi 3.104:32 - Luke 1.5–66, 80 - His birth was a miracle of the Lord (in answer to prayer) - His birth was foretold by an angel (Gabriel) - His father was a Levite working in the temple. - He will be great in the sight of the Lord - He was never to take wine or fermented drink - part of the nazarine vow of Nu 6. - He will be filled with the HS even before he is born. - John was strong in the spirit - John lived in the wilderness until his ministry started.11:53 - John 1.1-8 - John was a witness to testify of the Light - of Jesus. 13:13 - John 1.35-42 - Jesus’ first two disciples were first disciples of John the Baptist. This is Andrew (Peter’s Brother) and the Apostle John.14:32 - Mark 1.1-5 - Mark starts the “beginning of the good news” with John the Baptist.16:06 - Matt 3.1-2 - “REPENT for the kingdom of heaven is near” 16:56 - What does the word Repent mean in the Bible? - Word Study: Repent “metanoeō,” μετανοέω18:36 - Matt 3.3 - Prepare the way for the Lord.19:11 - l Matt 3.4 - This was a wild dude20:43 - Matt 3.5-6 - confessing their sins and being baptized. - Confession is a therapeutic and critical for repentance. - Baptism symbolizes a rebirth, a washing away of sin, a cleaning. 22:24 - Matt 3.7-8 Brood of vipers - Pharisees and Sadducees25:27 - why does John the Baptist question if Jesus is the Messiah? 26:36 - Matt 3.11 - I baptize w/ water - He will baptize with the Holy Spirit. Acts 1.1-5 27:49 - Matt 3.13-17 - Why does Jesus get baptised? 30:02 - More on John the Baptist to study and dig deeper in the future: - Matt 11.11 - There is no one greater than John the Baptist?- Matt 11.14 - John is the Elijah who is to come (Mal 4.5) - Matt 14.1-12 - John’s death31:31 - Application Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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In this Bible study, we focus on Revelation 3.14-22. This is a message from Jesus to the church of Laodicea. Laodicea was one of seven churches in Asia Minor (modern-day western Turkey) to which Jesus had the Apostle John write a letter. The church in Laodicea thought they were rich and successful, when in God’s eyes, they were weak and spiritually useless. Laodicea was judging itself on the world’s standard, not God’s. Join us as we dig deep and learn how this applies to us today.OUTLINE:03:06 - Huntersfield Retreat Center - https://www.huntersfieldny.com/03:38 - Outline05:44 - Background on Revelation and the island of Patmos. Rev 1.1-3 & 9-20 12:52 - Background on the letters to the seven churchesThe seven churches were in Asia Minor, all in the vicinity of Ephesus. (present-day western Turkey). Rev 2.114:47 - WORD STUDY: “Angel” - angelos ἄγγελος (Greek). A messenger, envoy, one who is sent, a messenger from God.16:45 - Read Revelation 3.14-2218:22 - Verse by Verse break down and expository study of the context for the church in Laodicea in its day.18:22 - Rev 3.14 - “These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation.”19:17 - WORD STUDY: The Almighty - Pantokratōr - Παντοκράτωρ - he who holds sway over all things; the almighty.20:02 - Rev 3.15 - “I know your deeds…”20:35 - Rev 3.15 - “...you are neither cold nor hot”24:16 - Rev 3.16 - “so because you are lukewarm - neither hot nor cold - I am about to spit you out of my mouth” - AMP: ‘So because you are lukewarm (spiritually useless), and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of My mouth [rejecting you with disgust].24:50 - Rev 3.17 - “you say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ 25:04 - Background on the city of Laodicea 27:37 - Rev 3.17 “You do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked.”29:37 - Rev 3.18 “I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness, and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see.”29:58 - What is the refiner's fire? John 6.2733.44 - Closing 4 verses: 4 special statements (An explanation, an exhortation, an invitation, an Assertion)34:05 - Rev 3.19a - An Explanation, “Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline.” Pro 3.11-12. God allows trials to shape us into who he wants us to become35:24 - Rev 3.19b - An Exhortation - “Be earnest and repent.” Repent of pride, humble yourself before the Lord. Three commands for Laodieca: Buy from me gold refined in the fire; Be earnest; and Repent37:01 - Rev 3.20 - An Invitation - Open the door, invite Jesus into your life.39:11 - Rev 3.21-22 - An Assertion. 41:09 - Applications for us today.41:22 - An Explanation - How do you measure the success of your life?43:38 - An Exhortation - Value yourself based on how God sees you. 44:04 - What is propitiation? How does God value us? 1 John 4.9-1045:06 - An Invitation - OPEN THE DOOR. John 15.548:20 - An Assertion - Rely on the Lord as your strength, and he will be ever present (Psalm 46). Empty yourself of your self and out of your weakness, seek the Lord’s hel,p and His power will be made perfect in you (2 Cor 12.9-10).Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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Leviticus 05.1-13 Bible Study - Sin Offering (Part 2)In this Bible study, we look at the 2nd half of the Sin Offering as outlined in Leviticus 5.1-13. The Israelites were required to perform a “sin offering” if they failed to do something that was required, such as failing to give a testimony, dealing properly with ritual uncleanness, or fulfilling an oath. We also look at the “sin offering” as the “purification offering” asking why a woman who just gave birth would be required to give a “sin offering?” A key verse in this passage is Leviticus 5.5 in which the text tells us that confession is key to the process. OUTLINE:01:45 - What is Iron Sheep Ministries? 07:04 - Outline of the talk: 5.1-6 Failure to do something that was required: - v1 - Failure to give testimony, which could prevent justice from being carried out. - v2-3 - Failure to deal properly with ritual uncleanness, which could lead to the Lord’s tabernacle being defiled.- v4 - Failure to fulfill an oath, which would result in the Lord’s name being profaned. In any of the above. ONCE they realized their guilt there were two things they had to do.- v5 - Confess their sin- v6 - bring an offering to the Tabernacle so the priest could make atonement for them.5.7-13 - Three possible offerings, adjusted according to the economic situation of the person bringing the offering. EVERYONE has the opportunity to make a sacrifice, no matter how poor they were. 08:42 - Leviticus 5.1-1312:02 - Lev 5.1 - public charge to testify - it was considered a sin to see something and not say something. 14:25 - Lev 5.2-3 - “ceremonially unclean” - we see unclean as being related to public health or hygiene. A better way to think of a ceremony unclean vs clean is adequately prepared for worship.Rev 7.141 John 1.722:45 - purification offeringWORD STUDY: Ḥaṭṭā'āṯ חַטָּאָת (hea-taw-aw) - “sin, sin offering, purification from sins of ceremonial uncleanness.”Occurs 294x in KJV, 82x in Lev, 32x in Lev 4-5:13Lev 5.2-3Lev 12.1-8Luke 2.22-2430:29 - Lev 5.4 OathsMat 5.33-3732:50 - Lev 5.5 - confess - 35:55 - why is confession important? When you realize your guilt, the very first step, you must go through is to confess your sin before the Lord. He already knows what you did! But if you refuse to acknowledge your sin, then there is no room for the Holy Spirit to work in you. The Lord’s discipline is a good thing. Pro 3.11-12Heb 12.7-11Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zADReferences:Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.Alexander, Desmond T., Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch. Downers Groce, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2003.https://www.christianbook.com/dictionary-testament-pentateuch-compendium-contemporary-scholarship/9780830817818/pd/17812?event=ESRCGBarker, L. Kenneth. The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, Abridged Edition, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994. https://www.christianbook.com/expositors-commentary-abridged-volume-1-testament/kenneth-barker/9780310254966/pd/54963?event=BRSRCG|PSENGane, Roy. The NIV Application Commentary, Leviticus, Numbers. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004.https://www.christianbook.com/leviticus-numbers-niv-application-commentary/roy-gane/9780310210887/pd/210887?event=BRSRCG|PSENWiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG

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The sin offering (also known as the purification offering) is covered in Leviticus chapter 4 as well as the first thirteen verses of chapter 5. In this study, we will look at the first portion, as outlined in Leviticus chapter 4. The sin offering was an offering required when an individual (or group) had sinned unintentionally. The offering atoned for the sin and cleansed them from unrighteousness. What is the application for this for us today? Do we have such an offering for our sin?Outline: 00:08 - Introduction to sin/purification offeringThis is a required offeringThese are also newly establishedThe Sin offering is atonement made for unintentional sin03:48 - Lev 4.1-2 - intro for all sin offerings04:45 - What is the definition of sin? Leviticus 4.2: “Does what is forbidden in any of the Lord’s commands” 1 John 3.408:54 - What is unintentional sin?Word study: שְׁגָגָה šᵊḡāḡâ “Sha-gaw-gaw” “sin of error or inadvertent sin” Psalm 19.12: cleanse thou me from secret faults. - KJV (hidden)- NIV13:20 - What is intentional or defiant sin?Num15.30-31 “‘But anyone who sins defiantly, whether native-born or foreigner, blasphemes the Lord and must be cut off from the people of Israel. 31 Because they have despised the Lord’s word and broken his commands, they must surely be cut off; their guilt remains on them.’”2 Sam 11-13Psalm 5119:27 - Lev 4.3-12 - If the “anointed priest” sinsHEB 5.1-6Jesus is our high priest “order of Melchizedek, read (read Heb 7-10)27:04 - Lev 4.13-21 - If the “whole Israelite community” sins30:02 - Lev 4.22-26 - If “a leader” sins31:31 - Lev 4.27-35 - If “any member of the community” sins33:53 - Let's look at the differencesThe animal sacrificed: A young bull, a male goat, a female goat or a lambTreatment of the blood. The first two offerings (anointed priest and community) the blood is sprinkled via a finger in front of the curtain dividing the holy place and the most holy place. As well as on the horns of the altar of incense. The second two offerings (leader and individual) the blood is put on the horns of the bronze altar (outside the tent) - WHY the difference?37:31 - APPLICATION: Jesus is our sin offering.- 2 Cor 5.21- Matt 26.28- 1 Pet 2.24- Rom 8.1-4- 1 Jhn 2:1-2- 1 Jhn 4.10- Heb 13.11-16Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zADReferences:Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.Alexander, Desmond T., Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch. Downers Groce, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2003.https://www.christianbook.com/dictionary-testament-pentateuch-compendium-contemporary-scholarship/9780830817818/pd/17812?event=ESRCGBarker, L. Kenneth. The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, Abridged Edition, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994. https://www.christianbook.com/expositors-commentary-abridged-volume-1-testament/kenneth-barker/9780310254966/pd/54963?event=BRSRCG|PSENGane, Roy. The NIV Application Commentary, Leviticus, Numbers. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004.https://www.christianbook.com/leviticus-numbers-niv-application-commentary/roy-gane/9780310210887/pd/210887?event=BRSRCG|PSENWiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG

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In this Bible study, we unpack Leviticus chapter three and the Fellowship Offering (also known as the peace offering). The Fellowship Offering was designed to be a thanksgiving offering made in friendship and peace with the Lord. The offering was a cow, goat or sheep (male or female) shared between; God, the priests, and the offerer. While we no longer need to sacrifice animals to say thanks to God there is a lesson to be learned here.

Outline:

01:24 - “Fellowship Offering” word study - šelem, שֶׁלֶם - “Peace offering, requital, sacrifice for alliance or friendship. voluntary sacrifice of thanks.” “Shalom” - The root of this word is the same that is used for Shalom. First use, Exo 20.24. Lev 23.15-21

04:00 - Leviticus 3 reading

06:57 - Lev 3.1-6, “herd” Lev 3.6-16 “flock.” Herd = cows, bulls. Flock = sheep or goats. Notice that V7-11 specifies a lamb (within the flock category) and V12-16 is goats (within the flock category).

08.12 - Lev 3.1, 6 - “Male or female” - unique to the offerings this far - could offer a female animal for the fellowship offering.

08:35 - Lev 3.1, 6 - “without defect” - similar to Lev 1:3&10 - burnt offering. Lev 22.21-25 - the animal could be deformed or stunted.

10:30 - Lev 3.2, 8, 13 - “lay your hand on the head of the offering.” Same as Lev 1.2,8,13. This is your animal, you own it, you are sacrificing it, you are giving it up, you are taking ownership of the sacrifice. Rather then atonement for your sins, you are doing it in thanksgiving and honor to God. “I know you will provide, I want to share this with you”

12:00 - Lev 3.2, 8, 13 - “Splash the blood against the sides of the altar” Same as Lev 1.5,11,15.

Lev 17.14 - the life of a creature is its blood. The blood on the Altar was yet another reminder that a valuable animal gave up its life. This is important. This is sacred

14:07 - Lev 3.7-11 - lamb and V12-16 Goat within the same family. Compare: 7-12,8-13,9-14. The only real difference v9 - the entire fat tail of the lamb - sheep in Malawi

15:44 - Sheep versus goats in Malawi. Sheep have tails and look like dogs.

17:39 - A pleasing aroma to the Lord

18:20 - Lev 3.17 - A lasting ordinance for generations to come - you must not eat any fat or any blood? Gen 9.4 - (amp) “you shall not eat meat along with its life, that is, its blood.” Lev 7.22-27, “Eating Fat and Blood Forbidden. Lev 17.10-12, “Eating Blood Forbidden”

21:15 - why were the Jews forbidden from eating blood in their meat?

24:21 - Additional details about the fellowship offering from outside Lev 3.

Lev 7.31-34; Lev 6-7; 1 Kings 8.62-63, 65-66.

29:36 - APPLICATION. Which type of Christian are you?

Reference:

Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donate

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Contact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.org

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References:

Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.

Barker, L. Kenneth. The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, Abridged Edition, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994.

Gane, Roy. The NIV Application Commentary, Leviticus, Numbers. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004.

Tenney, Merrill. New International Bible Dictionary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1987.

Wiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001.

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In this segment (of our 2-part series), Bible teacher Dave Bigler (founder of Iron Sheep Ministries) does an overview of Bible translation theory and covers all major Bible translations from the pre-Christ Septuagint to modern day translations.Watch part 1 on Textual Criticism here: https://youtu.be/UO2FgjZ87r4Talk Outline:00:11 - What is the Goal00:39 - REVIEW - part 1 lecture on Textual Criticism- WHEN, WHY, and HOW were NT spread- Textual Criticism- Confidence in our text- God is sovereign (2 Tim 3:16-17)04:50 - Why are Bible Translations so controversial?06:51 - Why are there translations? Languages change, New manuscripts are found, & Translation theory10:11 - Translation Theory- Formal Equivalence (word for word)- Focus on a literal translation of the words of the text- Dynamic (or Functional) Equivalence (thought for thought)- Paraphrase 12:21 - Ancient translations to today13:10 - Septuagint (LXX - 280 - 100 BC)Earliest translation of the Bible. It is a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible (before Christ and the NT). 72 translators (6 from each tribe of Israel), translated at the request of the King in Alexandria. The name was eventually shortened from 72, to just 70. Septuagint is Latin for 70.15:47 - Latin Vulgate (VUL 404 AD)Eusebius Sophronius Hieronymusin aka “Jerome” was a student of languages. He was charged by Pope Damasus to complete a translation of the OT and NT into the “common tongue.” Name: Vulgate “common or commonly known.”17:18 - Wycliffe Bible (WYC - 1382)John Wycliffe was an Oxford theologian who wanted the English people to have a Bible in their own language. Wycliffe’s Bible was done by hand. It is a word-for-word translation of the Latin Vulgate. Wycliffe was heavily criticized by the Church of Rome as well as the Church of England because he taught that salvation was only available through the suffering of Christ, not through the power of the church. Wycliffe was called “The Morning Star of the Reformation.” In 1415, John Wycliffe was condemned as a heretic and in 1428 (44 years after Wycliffe’s death) the Bishop of England ordered Wycliffe’s remains exhumed and burned and the ashes thrown into the river.22:31 - Gutenberg Bible (1455) 1450 - Johann Gutenberg invented the Gutenberg press23:18 - The Protestant Reformation. Revolt from the abuses and totalitarian control of the Roman Catholic Church. Martin Luther (Germany), John Calvin (France), Ulrich Zwingli (Switzerland) were foundational in the protestant reformation. 26:03 - Tyndale Bible (1534)28:15 - Geneva Bible (1560)30:29 - King James Bible (1611)35:08 - Modern English translations.36:07 - Interlinear Bible38:53 - New American Standard Bible NASB39:57 - Amplified Bible AMP42:00 - English Standard Version ESV42:56 - King James Version KJV43:18 - What is the received text or textus receptus?45:03 - New King James Version NKJV45:57 - Christian Standard Bible CSB or HCSB47:17 - New International Version NIV49:00 - New Living Translation NLT50:02 - Good News Bible GNB50:44 - The Message MSG53:05 - Bad translations of the Bible53:35 - What is the Thomas Jefferson Bible?55:28 - what is the New World Translation of the Bible?57:45 - What now, what do you do with this information?Resources:https://www.blueletterbible.org/https://www.biblegateway.com/https://www.gotquestions.org/Books used for this talk:Gurry, Peter J.. Scribes & Scripture. Weatonm, IL: Crossway, 2022.Lightfoot, Neil R.. How we got our Bible. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 2003.More information on Dave Bigler and Iron Sheep Ministries: https://ironsheep.org

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Join Dave Bigler (Iron Sheep Ministries) as he interviews Homer Purdy from the Alive Radio Network. The main subject of this Apostle Talk Interview:1. Is God still using the radio?2. Homer Purdy's Testimony3. Iron Sheep Ministries on the radioOutline:01:09 - There are three things I want to talk about: Radio, Homer Purdy and finally a special announcement. 02:11 - Is Radio Dead? Do people still listen to the radio? vIs God still working through the radio?06.07 - What is Alive Radio? What is WHAZ radio? How did it get started?08:20 - what is the goal and purpose of the Alive Radio Network?09:12 - what are some examples of the programs currently on Alive Radio?National: Greg Laurie, John MacArthur, Dr Michael Uoussef, Alistair Begg, Rick Warren, Local: David Moore (Grace Minutes), Harvest Christian Ministries, The Prayer Room, 12:46 - What is your story Homer Purdy, how did you get into radio?18:08 - What advice would you give to a pastor's kid who feels that they have to follow their parent's steps into ministry? 21:44 - what advice would you give a person who is in a job that they fear is not the right one? Should every Christian work in ministry of some sort?24:55 - PRAY! Prayer is hugely important in discerning God's will.28:00 - Point three - what is the surprise announcement? Iron Sheep Ministries is going to have a weekly program on the Alive Radio Network!28:50 - Do you (Alive Radio) have any questions for me (Dave Bigler - Iron Sheep)?29:10 - Tell us about the Iron Sheep program. What are you going to be doing?Expository verse by verse Bible teaching. "I dive in deep from an academic standpoint, looking at the historical cultural context of the text and then application to the listener today."31:47 - What qualifies you to teach the Bible Dave Bigler? 34:02 - God uses the willing more than he uses the educated, so be careful about over scrutinizing.35:12 - what do you see for Iron Sheep moving forward? 37:21 - where can people go to find out more?Find out more:https://www.aliveradionetwork.com/https://ironsheep.org/

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In this lecture, Bible teacher Dave Bigler (founder of Iron Sheep Ministries) does a basic overview of the history of our New Testament text. From the spreading of the early Gospel by word of mouth, the writing down of our New Testament text on papyrus to the formation of the New Testament Canon of scripture. All this and more is covered in this one hour lecture.Outline:01:38 - What are the top arguments against the validity of the Bible?03:06 - We live in a culture of doubt. 03:49 - Overview of part 1 and part 2 of this lecture series. 04:44 - Knowledge is our greatest strength amidst a culture of doubt.Jude 10; Rom 12.2; Prov 15.14; Prov 23.12; Prov 1:7Own your knowledge, if you don’t know, find out. Pray for a hunger for knowledge.06:59 - The goal: Provide a basic, foundational knowledge of how our New Testament text passed from the pen of its original human author to your hands today. 07:14 - Outline for the lecture08:50 - what does inerrant mean?Define inerrant - without error. God, through the Holy Spirit, inspired the original human author who put pen to paper (quill to papyrus). THAT original also known as the “autograph,” THAT was without error. We do not have any of the original “autographs.” We have copies, that is where Textual criticism comes in. But let me be clear from the start; in all my research, all my schooling, all my studies; as much as I can be sure of anything, I am sure that this is God’s perfect word for us today. Mat 24:35 - Heaven and earth will pass away, but my word will never pass away.10:45 - The spreading of the early gospel - an oral traditionThe gospel spread, and the narratives about Jesus’ life and teachings were repeated hundreds of thousands of times by reliable eyewitnesses simply by word of mouth.Mat 28.18-20Acts 1.814:34 - When, why, and how was the text written down? When was the New Testament written? 17:18 - Why was there a gap between when Jesus lived and when the New Testament was written?18:10 - Why was the New Testament even written down?19:17 - What is the principle of immanence in Christianity?Heb 1.2, Matt 24.36, Mark 13,3220:44 - How was the New Testament written? Parchment, Papyrus, Manuscripts, etc.22:28 - what is a scribe?23:44 - The Canon of Scripture. Who decided what books would be in the Bible? What does the word Canon mean in relation to the Bible?23:44 - What is Canonization?25:36 - What is Pseudepigrapha?What is the Testament of Hezekiah, the Vision of Isaiah, the Books of Enoch, the Book of Noah, the Testament of Abraham, The Acts of Paul, The Gospel of Thomas, The Epistles of Barnabas?28:26 - Three key criteria for determining what books were in the New Testament Canon:ApostolicityOrthodoxyCatholicity30:48 - What books were questioned?33:14 - Why was the book of James questioned as being part of the New Testament?35:56 - Textual Criticism - the transmission of our text (copies of copies)38:06 - What is a textual variant in the Bible?47:39 - Is the ending of Mark a textual variant? Who wrote the ending to Mark? Mark 16.9-2052:07 - Was the story of the woman caught in adultery in the original New Testament text? John 7.53-8.11 56:17 - how much confidence can we really have in our text today?A look at Greek and Roman Historians 484-140ADHerodotus, Thucydides, Livy, Tacitus, Suetonius01:01:53 - Can we be confident in our New Testament text?01:04:04 - Where to learn more about Textual Criticism? Peter Gurry - interview on ApostleTalk.orgCo-Director - Text and Canon Institute TextandCanon.orgDig super deep w/ those that know - EvangelicalTextualCriticism.blogspot.comCenter for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts csntm.orgBooks: Reinventing Jesus (Daniel Wallace)How We Got the Bible (Neil Lightfoot)Scribes & Scripture (Peter Gurry)Pastor’s Guide to the NT (David Bigler)01:06:25 - What will be in Part 2?01:07:05 - In Conclusion: God is sovereign!

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In this Bible Study, we go verse by verse through Leviticus chapter 2. We unpack the multiple types of prepared Grain offerings instructed by God for the Israelites to make. We also take a deep look at Leaven / Yeast in the Bible as well as why salt was always to be included in the grain offering. Finally, as always, we conclude with an application of this text for our lives today. Join us as we dig deep into scripture!

Outline:

03:28 - Background explanation

05:25 - “Grain Offering” - Hebrew word study - Minḥâ מִנְחָה (gift), (offering) - it is a gift to the Lord.

Gen 32-33 - we see Jacob reunited with his brother Esau

Gen 43.11 - gifts for Joseph in Egypt. Same word.

07:03 - A portion was burned on the altar - the rest went to the priest for their food.

1 Cor 9.13-14, Deut 25.4

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11:38 - Grain Offerings were often offered with other sacrifices Lev 9.4

“grain offering” occurs 93x in NIV - 29x Lev, 44x Num. (21x Num 28-29). Those two chapters summarize offerings to be made daily, weekly, monthly, and at annual festivals (Passover, Day of Atonement, Festival of Weeks, etc).

13:08 - 5 different types of grain offerings in Lev 2

Lev 2.1-3 - 1 - uncooked - includes incense (niv) - KJV, AMP, CSB, ESV - “Frankincense”

13:57 - What is Frankincense? It is a dried resin from the Boswellia tree (native to the Sinai peninsula). It is a key ingredient in incense. Used throughout the ancient Near East as part of burnt sacrifices. Mat 2.11 it was a gift brought from the Magi, which symbolized Jesus’ future sacrifice he would become on the altar for our atonement of sin.

15:47 - Lev 2.4 - 2 baked in an oven - thin or thick loaves

Lev 2.5-6 - 3 cooked on a griddle

Lev 2.7 - 4 cooked in a pan

16:14 - Lev 2.11-12- no yeast (leaven) or honey?

16:46 - Topical look at Yeast (leaven) in the Bible. “Yeast” occurs 57 times in the NIV; 10 in the New Testament and 47 in the Old Testament. In OT yeast is always literal and related to cooking in bread.

Gen 19.3 - Lot makes bread without yeast

Exo 12-13 - God’s instructions on the Passover meal. They had no time to let the yeast rise.

Deu 16:3.

Lev 7.13 & Lev 23.17 - both are instances of bread made with yeast.

In the New Testament, yeast is always figurative, sometimes good and sometimes bad.

Matt 13.33, & Luke 13.20-21, yeast represents the Kingdom of Heaven

Matt 16.5-12; (Mrk 8.14-21) yeast represents sin, specifically hypocrisy (Luke 12.1)

Gal 5.9 - yeast is false teaching

1 Cor 5.6-7 - yeast is sin, malice & wickedness

28:02 - Lev 2.13 - what is the “salt of the covenant of your God” Salt is a preservative and a flavor enhancer. Salt was added to all the offerings as a reminder that the offerings were a preservative of the covenant. Salt is also a picture of how we are to be as Christians. Read Matthew 5.13, where Jesus calls us to be the Salt of the Earth.

31:15 - Lev 2.14-16 - Firstfruits - What are first fruits? 1 Cor 15.19-21

34:17 - Conclusion and Application. 1 Thes 5.16-18; John 6.29-35.

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Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.

Barker, L. Kenneth. The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, Abridged Edition, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI:

Gane, Roy. The NIV Application Commentary, Leviticus, Numbers. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004.

Tenney, Merrill. New International Bible Dictionary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1987.

Wiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001.

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In this study, Bible teacher Dave Bigler (Iron Sheep Ministries), covers Leviticus 1.2-17. This includes a close look at the Burnt Offering, what it was, how it was performed, and why. Interesting subjects covered are the foundation for the term “scapegoat” as well as “holocaust.”

Outline:

01:33 - Leviticus 1.1-9

03:02 - Historical, cultural context of the text, who is the author and who is the audience?

05:36 - What is a burnt offering?

Gen 4.4 - Abel’s offering MAY have been a burnt offering - not sure

Gen 8.18-21 - Noah and his family come out of the ark onto dry land, “Then Noah built an altar to the Lord and, taking some of all the clean animals and clean birds, he sacrificed burnt offerings on it. The Lord smelled the pleasing aroma and said in his heart: “Never again will I curse the ground because of humans, even though every inclination of the human heart is evil from childhood. And never again will I destroy all living creatures, as I have done.”

Gen 22.2, “Then God said, “Take your son, your only son, whom you love—Isaac—and go to the region of Moriah. Sacrifice him there as a burnt offering on a mountain I will show you.” - God provided a ram.

Ex 10.24-29, Moses pleads with Pharaoh to let the Israelites go into the wilderness “to make burnt offerings to the Lord.”

12:06 - A Malawian perspective on owning a goat. Hear from Pastor Edwin Thera in Malawi Africa on the value of a goat to a person living in a rural African village.

14:51 - Lev 1.3 - A male without defect. The goat was to be without fault. Mal 1.6-14 has harsh words from God for those trying to cheat God.

16:40 - Jesus is our perfect sacrifice.

1 Pet 1.18-19 tells us that Jesus is a lamb without blemish of defect.

2 Cor 5.21 tells us that Jesus had no sin and was sacrificed for us.

18:07 - Lev 1.4 - “Lay Your Hand on its head; an atonement for you”

19:09 - where does the term scapegoat come from?

Leviticus Chapter 16 is all about the Day of Atonement, aka Yom Kippur.

The high priest makes sacrifices for the nation of Israel; 1 Bull, 2 goats, and a ram. The bull is offered for Aaron's own family & household. One goat is sacrificed as a sin offering (Lev 4) and the ram is sacrificed as a burnt offering. The second goat had all the sins of the people put on it and sent into the wilderness. Jesus is our scapegoat! Read Isa 53.6, Rev. 13.8 and Heb 10.10.

22:00 - Lev 1.5 - “Splash the blood against the sides of the altar.”

Lev 17.14 - the life of a creature is its blood

22:40 - Lev 1.9 - “burn all of it on the altar” - a burnt offering was fully consumed by the fire. None of it was saved, or used for food by the priests, it was 100% a sacrifice to the Lord

23:01 - Where does the term Holocaust come from? It is a Greek word “sacrifice by fire” - an offering completely burned by fire. The word was appropriately chosen to describe the mass murder of +6mil Jewish people under the Nazi regime in Europe from 1941-45. Before that, it was another term for the Israelite burnt offering, the holocaust offering.

23:42 - Jesus is our burnt offering, he was fully consumed, and he gave up everything for us. His entire life, from beginning to end. Read John 10.14-18

24:23 - what is the protoevangelium?

25:43 - Lev 1.9 - An aroma pleasing to the Lord. Read Ephesians 5:2

28:10 - Lev 1.10-13 - “From the flock”

29:30 - Lev 1.14-17 - From the birds

33:43 - Conclusions and application

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In this first in our series going verse by verse through the book of Leviticus, we look at the historical and cultural context of the book of Leviticus. We ask, who was the author, who was the original intended audience and what was the significance of the text to them? Then we ask how this text applies to us today. Ultimately, we ask why should we even study such a strange text that seems so irrelevant for us today. We dig into all this and more in this introduction to the book of Leviticus.Outline:02:12 - Introduction - The Book of Leviticus is about holiness - being set apartBe Holy for I am holy” - Lev 11.44; 11.45; 19.2; 20.7; 20.26; 21.8.04:16 - Background of LeviticusAuthor: The Holy Spirit - Leviticus contains more direct speech by God than any other book of the Bible.Human author: Moses (3rd of his 5 books - Torah, the Law - the Pentateuch).When written: During the dessert wanderings (1,400 - 1,500 BC)Original Intended Audience: Israel, specifically the Levitical priesthood. Leviticus = Latin “Pertaining to the Levites”06:34 - Why should we study Leviticus?1. The Bible is God’s word to us and should be studied. All of it. 2 Tim 3.16-172. Leviticus sets up the system upon which Jesus made His sacrifice for our salvation. Heb 9.1-15; 10.13. Leviticus is a call for us to be holy and set apart.4. There are over 100 references to Leviticus in the New Testament14:30 - Context of the Book of Leviticus14:53 - what is the Abrahamic Covenant?Gen 12:1-3 - The establishment of the Abrahamic Covenant. Gen 12.7; 15.18 - the promised land Gen 15 - cutting of covenant ceremony between Abraham & GodGen 26.3-4 - Abrahamic Covenant passed to IsaacGen 28.13 - passed to Jacob.Exo 2.24 - God heard their groaning and he remembered his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.Exo 3 - God tells Moses he has heard the cry from the Israelites and that he has not forgotten his promise. Exo 7-11 - plagues on Egypt.Exo 14 - The Parting of the Red SeaExo 19 - they reach Mount Sinai. (roughly 10 weeks after leaving Egypt) Exo 19.5-6 - God claims Israel as his own, challenging them to become a kingdom of priests and a holy nation. Exo 20 - 10 commandmentsExo 20-23 - The Book of the CovenantExo 25-31, 35-40 - The Tabernacle and all its elements are built.24:45 - Outline of Leviticus1-7 - The offerings for the Great Bronze Altar8-10 - The consecration of the priesthood. 11-16 - Uncleanness17-27 - God’s moral standard for his people.An even simpler outline of Leviticus:1-17 - The Israelite's foundation of fellowship w/ God - Sacrifice.18-27 - The Israelite’s walk of fellowship w/ God - Being holy, being separated27:32 - The Theme of Leviticus is Holiness - “to be set apart.” WORD STUDY - Holy - קֹדֶשׁ - qōḏeš. Gen 2.3 - First use of the word in NIV, the 7th dayExo 3.5 - 2nd use: Moses at the Burning BushExo 19.5-6 - God choose Israel as his treasured possession.Exo 20.8 - The 4th commandments29:24 - WORD STUDY - Sin - חַטָּאָת ḥaṭṭā'āṯ. Rom 3.23; 5.8; 6.2330:40 - WORD STUDY - Blood - דָּם - dām. 31:10 - WORD STUDY - Sacrifice - זֶבַח zeḇaḥ. 32:13 - what is the difference between Grace and Mercy?33:11 - Two key verses: Lev 17.11 & 19.1833:50 - LEVITICUS IS THE FOUNDATION FOR THE CROSS.Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zADReferences:Graphics of the tabernacle and the bronze altar were created by Jeremy Park, Bible-Scenes.com.Barker, L. Kenneth. The Expositor’s Bible Commentary, Abridged Edition, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994. Gane, Roy. The NIV Application Commentary, Leviticus, Numbers. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2004.Wiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001.

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This is a recording provided by Adirondack Christian Fellowship of Dave's guest teaching on Psalm 102. Given at ACF on Sunday September 15th, 2024.Theme: Bring your Burdens This is one of the Penitential Psalms, which is a psalm in which the author shows a penitent heart, they confess their brokenness, their sin, and their need for God’s forgiveness.Psalms 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, and 143 are all categorized as penitent psalms. Psalm 51 as you may recall is King David’s lament after being caught in his sin with Bathsheba & Uriah the hitite.This is also a Messianic psalm, and I will show you why. There are three segments to this psalm:Vv 1-11 - Personal LamentVv 12-22 - Future hopeVv 23-28 - Eternal GodPsalm 102.1-11What do you think this writer is going through? What is his distress?Terminal cancer - June of 2023 - Steve Beck. GlioblastomaDepression. Psalm 42.3 says, “My tears have been my food day and night”The Sorrow of Unrepentant, un delt-with Sin.Psalm 102.12-22 Future hopeWhat a turn in the text. We go from a lament in total pain and anguish to a Parise., “You Lord sit enthroned forever, your renown endures through all generations.”CONTEXTWhenever we study the Bible we must always ask about the context; WHO wrote this, WHO did they write it to? WHEN was it written? WHERE was it written from and where was it written to? Once we know these things we will be better informed to ask the Holy Spirt WHAT we are supposed to do with this information and HOW we can apply it to our lives. What is ZION? 2 Sam 5.7; Psalm 2:6; 48:2, 11-12 & 132:13; Jer 31.6; Isa 40.9; Jer 31.12; Zec 9.13Psalm 102:13,16,21In the midst of this poets personal lament of anguish to the Lord he calls out and says, “I am going through this pain, but you rule soverough over all, our beloved Jerusalem has fallen, and its people in Exile, but you are in charge and you will see it rebuilt, both its walls and its people.”V18, “Let this be written for a future generation, that a people not yet created may praise the Lord.”The nation of Israel is proof of God’s existenceNo other people group in the world’s history has been whipped out, destroyed, and come back. A language gone extinct and then come back. The Israelites are God’s people and a study of the prophecies in the Bible in conjunction with world history is the closest actual proof we can have of God’s existence.Moving on…Psalm 102.23-28 - Eternal GodV23-24 - a return to a personal lament - “he broke my strength, he cut short my days.” and a plee - “do not take me away, my God, in the midst of my days.” A personal cry out followed by an acknowledgment of who God is, he is the eternal creator that will go on forever. This world is going to end, but you are not. We see here a prophetic message of what the future holds for our earth.Isa 34:4Mat 24:352Pe 3:7-10How is this a Messianic Psalm?Heb1.10-12Heb 1.1-2; Heb 13.8Concluding Psalm 102Psalm 55.22 - “Cast your burden on the Lord and he shall sustain you.”

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In this final Bible Study in Exodus, we see the Tabernacle erected, anointed, and consecrated. We then see the Glory of the Lord fill the Tabernacle (the Lord has come to abide with his people as promised in Ex 6.6-8). We take a deep dive into“the cloud” and the “Glory of the Lord” seeing how both play out throughout scripture. As we wrap up the book of Exodus we see God’s ever-present narrative, woven throughout the Bible, of a loving God reuniting his creation to himself.

Outline:

00:57 - Overview of Exodus 40

02:15 - Exodus 40.1-33 - the setting up of all the elements of the Tabernacle along with their anointing and consecration.

06:25 - Exodus 40.2 - “First day of the first month” - v17 adds “the tabernacle was set up on the first day of the first month in the 2nd year.” From this, we learn that they are entering the 2nd year of their desert time. Ex 12.2 is the description of Passover. Ex 12.10 we learn that it was to take place on the 10th day of the 1st month. (So they would be celebrating Passover 9 days after consecrating the Tabernacle. We also learn from Ex 19.1 that it took less than 6 months to build and put together all the elements of the Tabernacle.

08:21 - Exodus 40.9-16 - Anoint and consecrate the Tabernacle.

“Aniont” occurs 10x in Exodus (5x in Ex 40). Māšaḥ (maw-shakh') מָשַׁח. “To smear, spread liquid, to consecrate.” Ex 30.22-33 gives us the recipe for the anointing oil.

“Consecrate” occurs 16x in Exodus (4x in Ex 40). qāḏaš (Kaw-Dash) קָדַשׁ. “To consecrate, sanctify, prepare, dedicate, to be set apart.”

10:07 - Exodus 40.16 - “As the Lord Commanded” - 8x in Ex 40, and 10x in Ex 39

10:50 - Exodus 33 - The Tabernacle is fully set up. “And so Moses finished the work.” v33

12:59 - Exodus 40.34-38, the Glory of the Lord fills the Tabernacle

13:45 - “The cloud” - 49x in 44 verses. Occurs 11 times in Exodus and 14 times in Num as the text documents Israel’s wanderings in the desert. The pillar of cloud was a guide for Israel.

Another awesome instance of the Cloud of God can be found in the New Testament, the transfiguration. Matt 17, Mark 9, and Luke 9 document the story of Jesus, Peter, James, and John on a mountaintop. Jesus is praying and he is transformed into pure light before them, then they see Moses and Elijah standing with him. Then a cloud comes and covers all of them and Luke 9.35 tells us that “a voice came from the cloud saying, ‘this is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.’”

17:57 - The “Glory of the Lord” in the Bible. It occurs 36 times in the NIV; 6 in Exodus; In 1 Kings ch 6-8 and 2 Chronicles ch 3-7. Ezekiel 8-11 is the retelling of a vision that Ezekiel had that was a warning for the Israelites in exile in Babylon; it tells of the Glory of the Lord leaving the temple due to Israel’s idolatry. Eze 8.1, 4, 6; 9.3, 9; 10.4, 18-19; 11.23; 43.1-5. We see the Glory of the Lord return to earth in Luke 2.8-11 as well as in John 1.1, 14. No longer is the Glory in the temple, it is in Christ, walking amongst us!

31:49 - Final point. The Tabernacle and Temple were where God dwelt with his people. Where does he dwell today? Ex 6.6-8, Ex 40.34, 2 Chr 7.1-3, 1 Cor 3.16 and 6.19.

35:37 - conclusion.

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Search for "the cloud." Blue Letter Bible:

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Search for "glory of the lord." Blue Letter Bible:

https://www.blueletterbible.org//search/search.cfm?Criteria=%22glory+of+the+lord%22&t=NIV#s=s_primary_0_1

Book of Ezekiel summary by Bible Project:

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Looking at Ephesians 4.29-5.2 Dave asks the question "what does it mean to grieve the Holy Spirit?" In what way do our actions bring sorrow, distress and/or sadness to our Lord? Dave uses the illustration of three children who are bickering and arguing over trivial, inconsequential things while unbeknownst to them they are surrounded by God's amazing beauty and provision. We are the same. Dave also digs deep into the question of the forgiveness that God calls for us to have for one another. Are you holding onto something you need to let go of? Do you need to forgive someone who does not deserve your forgiveness or has not earned it? Have you earned (or do you deserve) God’s forgiveness? In the same way that God forgave you (in Christ Jesus), you two ought to show forgiveness to others.Dave Bigler (founder Iron Sheep Ministries) was asked to guest preach, on behalf of Renew Prayer Network https://www.renewalprayer.net, at Grace Chapel in Clifton Park, New York on Sunday, September 1st. In this teaching, Dave goes through Ephesians 4.29-5.2 covering the following text:"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God."Listen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD

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In this Bible study, we cover Exodus 36.8 through the end of chapter 39. In this time we see the building of the Tabernacle, the Ark of the Covenant, the Table of Showbread, the Lampstand, the Alter of Showbread, the Altar of Incense, and the Bronze Alter. Additionally, we see the completion of the Bronze Basin, and the Tabernacle courtyard. We also cover Exodus 38 verses 21-31 which includes the total quantity of gold, silver, and bronze used in the creation of the Tabernacle and all its elements. Finally, all elements completed, “just as the Lord commanded Moses,” Moses inspects everything and is pleased.

Outline:

00:42 - overview of Exodus 25-35

02:48 - outline of Exodus 36-39 as we covered in this study:

Ex 36.8-38 - The Tabernacle. Covered in Ex 26.1-37.

For more watch Ex 26 video, The Tabernacle Pt 2: https://youtu.be/nZQEVpHlT6E

Ex 37.1-9 - The Ark of the Covenant. Covered in Ex 25.10-20.

For more watch Ex 25 video, The Tabernacle Pt 1: https://youtu.be/VDaleBggyeg

Ex 37.10-16 - The Table of Showbread. Covered in Ex 25.23-29.

For more watch Ex 25 video, The Tabernacle Pt 1: https://youtu.be/VDaleBggyeg

Ex 37.17-24 - The Lampstand. Covered in Ex 25.31-39/

For more watch Ex 25 video, The Tabernacle Pt 1: https://youtu.be/VDaleBggyeg

Ex 37.25-28 - The Altar of Incense. Covered in Ex 30.1-5.

For more watch Ex 30 video, The Tabernacle Pt 6: https://youtu.be/mc2OZO1ouhU

Ex 38.1-7 - The Bronze Alter, also known as the Brazen Alter or the Altar of Burnt Offering. Covered in Ex 27.1-8.

For more watch Ex 27 video, The Tabernacle Pt 3: https://youtu.be/QCb5fBjEdqo

Ex 38.8 - The Bronze Basin, also known as the Brazen Lavier or simply the Basin for Washing. Covered in Ex 30.17-21.

For more watch Ex 30 video, The Tabernacle Pt 6: https://youtu.be/mc2OZO1ouhU

Ex 38.9-20 - The Courtyard of the Tabernacle. Covered in Ex 27.9-19.

For more watch Ex 27 video, The Tabernacle Pt 3: https://youtu.be/QCb5fBjEdqo

Ex 38.21-31 - The Materials Used.

Ex 39.1-7 - The Priestly Garments - The Ephod. Covered in Ex 28.6-14.

For more Watch Ex 28 video, The Tabernacle Pt 4: https://youtu.be/ESCe9UF-nRg

Ex 39.8-21 - The Priestly Garments - The Breastpiece. Covered in Ex 28.15-28.

For more Watch Ex 28 video, The Tabernacle Pt 4: https://youtu.be/ESCe9UF-nRg

Ex 39.22-31 - other Priestly Garments. Covered in Ex 28.31-43.

For more Watch Ex 28 video, The Tabernacle Pt 4: https://youtu.be/ESCe9UF-nRg

Ex 39.32-41 - Moses inspects the completed work.

Reading of Exodus 36-38:

07:31 - Exodus 36.8-38 - The Tabernacle.

10:55 - Exodus 37.1-9 - The Ark of the Covenant.

11:55 - Exodus 37.10-16 - The Table of Showbread.

12:39 - Exodus 37.17-24 - The Lampstand.

13:37 - Exodus 37.25-28 - The Altar of Incense.

14:11 - Exodus 38.1-7 - The Bronze Alter.

15:05 - Exodus 38.8 - The Bronze Basin.

15:23 - Exodus 38.9-20 - The Courtyard.

16:52 - Exodus 38.21-31 - The Materials Used.

17:11 - Exodus 38.21. The Tabernacle of the Covenant Law.

18:38 - Exodus 38.21 - Under the direction of Ithamar?

20:07 - Exodus 38.24 - Total gold used in the Tabernacle: 29 Talents and 730 Shekels: 1 metric ton or 2,204 lbs. (small car)

21:27 - Exodus 38.25 - Total silver used in the Tabernacle: 100 talents and 1,775 shekels = 3.4 metric tons, or 7,495 lbs. (An empty flatbed semi-truck, or a male Orca whale)

22:30 - Exodus 38.26 - 603,550 Men

24:57 - Exodus 38.29 - Total bronze used in the Tabernacle: 70 talents and 2,400 shekels = 2.4 metric tons or 5,291 lbs. (Two small cars or a rhinoceros)

26:59 - Exodus 39.1-31 - The Priestly Garments

Exodus 39.1-7 - The Ephod.

Exodus 39.8-21 - The Breastpiece.

Exodus 39.22-31 - The Garments.

31:27 - Exodus 39.32-41 - Moses Inspects the completed elements of the Tabernacle.

32:58 - Conclusion.

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In this study, we see God reiterate the importance of keeping the Sabbath. We see the Israelites volunteer the materials needed to build the Tabernacle, all provided by God (as foretold in Genesis). And we see all the skilled workers called forward, including Bezalel and Oholiab. This brings us into our final segment of the book of Exodus, as we see the Tabernacle built and blessed by God.

Outline:

00:31 - Review and outline

01:49 - Exodus 35.1-3 Sabbath Regulations reviewed.

Verses: Ex 16.23; Gen 2.3; Ex 20.8-11; Ex 31:12-18; Ex 35.1-3

Important NT passages regarding the Sabbath: Mrk 2.27; Col 2.16; Rom 14.5-6; Gal 2.15-16

12:27 - Exodus 35.4-9 - A call to bring the elements. A repeat of Ex 25.1-7 - A command given by the Lord for the people to give.

Question: Where did this wealth come from? Where did Israel get the gold, silver, bronze, yarn, fine linen and animal skins? From the Egyptians: Gen 15.13-14; Ex 11.1-3; Ex 12.35; Psa 105.37

16:51 - Exodus 35.10-29 - A call for skilled workers

This is a listing of all the elements that were explained in Ex 25-30.

19:51 - What is a wave offering? Verse 22: All items were brought as a WAVE offering. We are not 100% sure exactly what a wave offering was, other than that it was clearly something that was lifted and presented to the Lord as an offering to the Lord. The term is seen 21x in Ex, Lv, and Num. (5x Ex, 10x Lev, 6x Num).

20:54 - What was a “freewill offering?” - First mention at Ex 35.29, Deut 12.5-7; Psa 54.6; Lev ch 22 & 23; 2 Cor 9.7.

25:42 - Exodus 35:30-36.2 Bezalel, Oholiab & every skilled worker, a repeat of Ex 31.1-6

28:54 - Exodus 36:3-7 - God Provides. The builders of the Tabernacle had so much that they had to tell people to stop giving. This was an abundance out of God’s provision (foretold in Gen 15.13-14, told of in Ex 11.1-3 and seen in Ex 12.35). As Psa 105.37, “God brought Israel out of Egypt laden w/ Silver and Gold.” APPLICATION: Phil 4.19; Matt 6.19-34

34:12 - Recap & closing thoughts

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In this Bible study, we wrap up our three-part series looking at Israel’s fall into Idolatry in Exodus 32 followed by a look at Moses’ relationship with the Lord. God tested Moses by offering to create a new nation through him (Ex 32.10), but Moses selflessly pleaded with the Lord and offered himself as an atonement for their sin (Ex 32.31-32). In Exodus 33 and 34 we see a back-and-forth conversation between God and Moses which ends with God’s renewing of the covenant promises started in Exodus 19. We also see an amazing declaration of God’s name and his character in Ex 34:6-7 which Dave spends a good deal of time discussing in this Bible study.

Outline:

01:28 - Recap

05:16 - Exodus 34.1-4

07:44 - Exodus 34.5-7 - God’s Glory and His name. This is a declaration that is foundational to all Jewish and Christian theology. Moses repeats these words in Numbers 14 (at Kadesh-Barna). Num 14.18; Neh 9.9-21; Jona 4.1-4, Psa 86.15; Psa 103.6-18; Rom 2.1-6; 2 Pet 3.9; Rom 3.23; 1 Jhn 4.9-10; Rom 10.9-10; Rev 3.20

27:40 - Generational Sin

29:46 - Exodus 34.8-9 - Moses pleads again for his people

30:29 - Exodus 34.10-11 - God renews his covenant.

32:31 - Exodus 34.12-28 - God reminds them of specific (important) details of the covenant.

45:25 - Fasting - Moses fasted 40 days and 40 nights without bread or water. Matt 6

Study on Matthew 6 (Fasting):

https://youtu.be/mqqtXApiPVs?si=e1ZjMxKlhZi4-Tzd&t=1874

47:18 - Exodus 34.29-35 - Moses radiates the glory and love of the Lord. Mat 17.1-13; Psa 34.5; 2 Cor 3.7-18

Wiersbe said it well, “when a child of God, looks into the Word of God and sees the Son of God, he (or she) is transformed by the Spirit of God into the image of God for the glory of God.”

God renewed his promise and showed Moses a glimpse of His Glory. God forgave the sins of the nation and Moses returned to the people with the stone tablets.

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Books/resources used or referenced:

Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.

Barker, Kenneth L.. Kohlenberger, John R. III. The Expositor's Bible Commentary, Abridged, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994.

Purchase: https://www.christianbook.com/expositors-bible-commentary-abridged-edition-volumes/kenneth-barker/9780310255192/pd/54975?event=ESRCG

Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.

https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCG

Wiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG

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In this Bible study, we look at the aftermath of the Golden Calf incident of Exodus 32. God continues to test Moses, and Moses continues to stand up for Israel selflessly. We talk about Moses' tent of meeting and unpack what it means that God spoke to Moses face to face “as one speaks to a friend.” We also ask what Moses meant when he asked God to “Show me your glory.” We conclude this study with a look at anthropomorphism and the characteristics that God puts on himself to help us be able to better understand Him.

Outline:

00:31 - own your faith

01:40 - Recap Exodus 32

06:34 - Exodus 33.1-6 Overview

08:03 - Exodus 33.1-2. “leave this place and go to the place I have promised.” The promised land. Gen 12.7, Gen 15.18-20, Ex 23.27-31, Ex 32.34, Deut 1-2

10:22 - Exodus 33.3. “I will not go with you - you are a stiff-necked people - I might destroy you.” Ex 32.9

12:12 - Exodus 33.4-5. “Now take off your ornaments” - Gen 35.2 & 4, Gen 37.34

14:40 - Exodus 33.7-11 Overview - “Tent of meeting.” is this the Tabernacle?

18:00 - Tent of meeting Application - Like Moses, Jesus also escaped regularly to talk with God. Matt 14.13, Mark 1.35, Mark 6.46, Luke 5.16,

20:43 - God spoke to Moses face-to-face. Num 12.6-8, Deut 34.9-12

24:12 - Exodus 33.12-17 Overview

29:42 - Exodus 33.18-23 Overview

31:03 - Exodus 33.18 - “Show me your glory” - What is Moses asking for? Ex 16.9-10, Ex 24.15-17, Ex 40.34.

34:15 - Exodus 33.19 - I will proclaim my NAME, THE LORD, in your presence. When was this first proclaimed? Exodus 3.13-17

37:45 - Exodus 33.20-23 - “You cannot see my face, for no one may see me and live”

37:45 - what is Anthropopathism, “the attribution of human feelings, emotions, or passions to a non-human being, especially a deity.”

37:45 - what is Anthropomorphism, “attributing human characteristics to nonhumans” John 1.18, 1 Tim 6.15-16, 1 John 4.12

43:13 - Definition of seeing God’s “Back” 'āḥôr אָחוֹר - “behind, afterwards, hereafter”

45:02 - Conclusion and application - God showed his full glory to the entire world in Jesus Christ. 1 John 4.9-10, John 3.16

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Books/resources used or referenced:

Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.

Barker, Kenneth L.. Kohlenberger, John R. III. The Expositor's Bible Commentary, Abridged, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994.

Purchase: https://www.christianbook.com/expositors-bible-commentary-abridged-edition-volumes/kenneth-barker/9780310255192/pd/54975?event=ESRCG

Courson, Jon. Jon Courson’s Application Commentary Old Testament Vol. 1. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2005.

https://www.christianbook.com/coursons-application-commentary-genesis-revelation-volumes/jon-courson/9780310118312/pd/0118312?event=ESRCG

Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.

https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCG

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This is a longer then usual study which covers some major topics including God's book of Life, the wrath and judgment of God and how both point to Christ. We also talk about Moses being tested by God, about Israel falling back on their old ways of idolatry, and about Anthropopathism (what the heck is that)???

Outline:

00:12 - 3-part series around Moses (Exodus 32-34)

00:52 - Context is key for this chapter - who, what, where, and when. Ex 19.6, Ex 19.8, Ex 24.3, Ex 24.7, Ex 6.6-8

06:16 - Exodus 32

13:15 - Ex 32.1 - “so long” - Ex 24.18 & Dt 9.9-12

20:17 - Ex 32.4 - why did they make a golden calf? A calf (or a bull) was a common idol in the ancient Near East; they were thought to be able to support the god on their back. As a conduit to the deity.

22:43 - What is Aaron’s role in the Golden Calf incident? Ex 24.14 - Aaron & Hur are left in charge. Aaron does not seem to fight this at all. Ex 32.22-24, Duet 9.20

27:43 - Where is Hur in all this? Ex 24.14 puts BOTH of them in charge. There is no account. One of two things must be true, either he is complicit or complacent in the matter. IE: either he helped or he did nothing.

30:22 - What does Ex 24:6 mean by Revelry? NIV: “Indulge in Revelry.” NLT “indulge in pagan revelry.” AMP “to play (shamefully, without moral restraint). NASB “engage in lewd behavior.” BBE (Bible in Basic English) “they gave themselves to pleasure”

32:02 - Ex 24.7-10 - The Lord tests Moses. God says he will destroy Israel and make a new nation out of Moses. Moses pleads with God and reminds him of the Abrahamic Covenant (that he swore on himself to fulfill). The Abrahamic covenant is covered in Gen 12, 15, 17, 22,

36:11 - Ex 32.14 - God Relents? Can God change his mind? Num 23.19, Mal 3.6, Jas 1.17, Ex 32.14, Jonah 3.5-10, Gen 6.6.

39:35 - Anthropopathism., “Anthropopathism is the attribution of human feelings, emotions, or passions to a non-human being, especially a deity. For example, Bible translations may use words like "regret" and "repent" to describe God's reaction to human sin, but anthropopathism doesn't mean that God actually experiences regret and repentance like humans do.” Isa 55.8-9. What is a conditional statement vs an unconditional statement? Gen 12.2-3, 2 Sam 7.16, Jer 18.1-10, Rev 1.8

47:19 - Application - We are to be like clay in God’s hands.

49:20 - Moses comes down off the mountain.

50:16 - Ex 32.26-29. God’s wrath and judgment in the Old Testament. Num 16, Num 25, Gen 19, Gen 6-9, Rev 6-16, Rev 20:11-15, 2 Pt 3.09

59:24 - Exodus 32.30-33 What is God’s book? What is the Lamb’s Book of Life? Rev 20.11-15, Rev 3.5, 13.8 & 21.27, Rom 8.35-39, Ex 32.30-33, Psa 69.28

59:25 - Exodus 32.30-33 What is God’s book? What is the Lamb’s Book of Life? Can you be taken out of God’s Book of Life? Can you lose your salvation? Rev 20.11-15, Rev 3.5, 13.8 & 21.27, Rom 8.35-39, Ex 32.30-33, Psa 69.28

1:05:43 - Exodus 32.30-33 - Moses offers his life in atonement for Israel’s sin!

1:08:02 - Conclusions and application. 1 Cor 10.1-14 - Paul uses Israel’s mistakes as a warning to the Corinthians (and us today).

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Books/resources used or referenced:

Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.

https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCG

Tenney, Merrill. New International Bible Dictionary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1987.

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In this Bible study, we are covering Exodus 31 in which we see God appoint the workers to build the Tabernacle and all its elements. God appoints Bezalel as the lead and Oholiab as his assistant. We talk about these two men and what we know about them from the scriptures. Additionally, God ends Exodus 31 with a call to keep the Sabbath; we unpack why this is here and what it means.

Outline:

00:05 - introduction and prayer

02:01 - Exodus 31.1-11 - Bezalel & Oholiab - God’s calling

04:43 - Who is Bezalele & Oholiab in the Bible?

04:21 - Bezalele (bᵊṣal'ēl) - בְּצַלְאֵל

His name means: “In the shadow of God” or “in the hand of God”

Ex 31.2, 35.30, 36.1-2, 37.1, 38.22, and 2 Chr 1.5

08:00 - Oholiab ('āhŏlî'āḇ) - אָהֳלִיאָב

His name means: “father’s tent”

Ex 31.6, 17, 35.34, 36.1-2, 38.23

10:09 - Why did God choose these two guys to build the Tabernacle? Why did he call them out by name for the work?

12:23 Application: Answering God’s call in your life.

Phil 1.6, Heb 13.21, Jos 1.9, Ex 3.7-12, Isa 6.8, Gal 2.16, Rom 3.28, Jas 2.24, 26

27:56 - Exodus 31.7-10

Tent of Meeting (Ex 26)
Ark (Ex 25)
Table of Showbread(Ex 25)
Lampstand (Ex 25)
Altar of Incense (Ex 30)
Bronze Altar (Ex 27)
Bronze Basin (Ex 30)
Woven Garments (Ex 28-29)
Anointing oil & incense (Ex 30)

29:01 - Exodus 31.12-18 - The Sabbath

30.22 - Exodus 31.18 - God gives Moses the 10 commandments on stone tablets. He has been up on Mount Saiani for a long time (Since Exodus 19, the last 12 chapters). He has been receiving instructions from God (the 10 commandments - as well as the Book of the Covenant and the instruction for the Tabernacle and all its elements).

31:22 - The Sabbath

Ex 16 - 4x
Ex 20 - 3x
Ex 31 - 3x
Ex 35 - 2x

34:59 - Ex 31.14 “Desecrate, Defileth, Profane”

ḥālal חָלַל
To pollute, desecrate, profane, or defile. To violate the honor of or to treat as common.
Mark 2.27 - Jesus says, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”

39:57 - Why was the Sabbath so important? Why does God make such a big deal about it in Exodus 31?

It was a sign that Israel was following his call, and admitting that He is God and that He brought them out of bondage in Egypt. It is showing God respect and following his call.

43:27 - conclusions

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Past videos referenced:

The Sabbath: Exodus 20.8-11 - the 4th commandment

https://youtu.be/PrHBMQTZjDY

Establishment of the Sabbath - Exodus 16

Short video: https://youtu.be/BGwbdS6Jlx8

Full video: https://youtu.be/5myeehRVf5o

Books/resources used or referenced:

Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.

Books used for the creation of this study:

Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. The Cost of Discipleship. New York, NY: Touchstone, 1995

https://www.christianbook.com/the-cost-of-discipleship/dietrich-bonhoeffer/9780684815008/pd/83850?product_redirect=1&search_term=bonhoeffer%20cost%20of%20discipleship&Ntt=83850

Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.

https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCG

Tenney, Merrill. New International Bible Dictionary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1987.

Purchase: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-dictionary-of-the-bible/j-d-douglas/9780310534891/pd/0534891?event=ESRCG

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In this Bible Study, we look at Exodus chapter 30 in which we take a closer look at the Alter of Incense, the Bronze Basin (also called the Bronze Laver), the tabernacle anointing oil, and the tabernacle incense. What are each of these items and how ere they used by the Tabernacle priests? Other questions we look at: What is your value? What are you worth? In this study, we look at what the Bible says about your value to God.Outline:00:16 - Intro to Exodus 3000:39 - what is Dave’s job in doing these studies?01:27 - Why is Chapter 30 where it is in the Bible?04:08 - Proverbs 25.2 - “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the glory of kings to search it out.”05:39 - Exodus 30.1-10 - The Alter of Incense, Psa 141.2; Luke 1.10; Rev 5.8; 8.3-414:44 - Exodus 30.11-16 - The Census Tax16:01 - what is a census in the Bible?Exo 38.26; Num 1 & 26; 2 Sam 24.9; 2 Chr 2.17-18; Ezr 2.64; Luke 2.1-3; Exo 36.3-7 21:13 - Define Ransom (kōp̄er כֹּפֶר) & Atonement (Kipur כִּפֻּר) in the Bible 1 Cor 6.19-20; Mal 4.1; Rev 20.11-15; Rom 14.10-12; 2 Cor 5.10-11; Matt 12.36-3725:52 - How much was a half shekel? (GotQuestions.org; Chabad.org; JewishExponent.com)31:16 - Exodus 30.17-21 - The Bronze BasinExo 31.9; 35.16; 38:8; Job 37:18; Heb 4.1637:45 - Exodus 30.22-38 - Anointing Oil & Incense39:57 - what was the purpose of the anointing of the Tabernacle in Exodus 30?Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zADBooks/resources used or referenced:Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.Graphics (where noted) were created by Jeremy Park, Bible-Scenes.com and found on FreeBibleimages.org.Websites referenced:Gotquestions.orgChabad.orgJewishexponent.comBooks used for the creation of this study:Alexander, Desmond T., Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch. Downers Groce, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2003.https://www.christianbook.com/dictionary-testament-pentateuch-compendium-contemporary-scholarship/9780830817818/pd/17812?event=ESRCGBarker, Kenneth L.. Kohlenberger, John R. III. The Expositor's Bible Commentary, Abridged, Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1994. Purchase: https://www.christianbook.com/expositors-bible-commentary-abridged-edition-volumes/kenneth-barker/9780310255192/pd/54975?event=ESRCG Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCGTenney, Merrill. New International Bible Dictionary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 1987.Purchase: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-dictionary-of-the-bible/j-d-douglas/9780310534891/pd/0534891?event=ESRCGWiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG

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In this Bible Study, we look at Exodus 29 and the consecration process of the Hebrew High Priest, Aaron (and his sons). We look at the different elements of the ordination process. The study includes a look at what a sin offering is, as well as a burnt offering and a wave offering. Ultimately we see the point of not only the high priest, the Tabernacle, the book of Exodus, and the entire Bible is God’s clear desire, (and provision) to dwell with His people.Outline:06:00 - introduction01:26 - Elements of the consecration process found in Exodus 29 and Leviticus 8The priests were washed (Ex 29.4 & Lev 8.6)The priests were clothed (Ex 29.5-6,8-9. 29-30 & Lev 8.7-9, 13)The priests were anointed (Ex 29.7, 21 & Lev 8.10-12, 30)The priests were forgiven (Ex 29.10-14)The priests were completely dedicated to God (Ex 29.15-18 & Lev 8.18-21)The priests were marked by the blood (Ex 29.19-22 & Lev 8.22-24)The priests were fed (Ex 29.22-28, 31-34 & Lev 8.25-29)The priests charged to minister daily (Ex 29.38-46)02:58 - Consecration: Blue letter Bible: Millu מִלֻּא. Exo 13.2,12,15; Num 3.12; Lev 27.28,29; 1 Pet 2.904:35 - Sanctification: to be set apart. Continual process of regeneration which started when you were saved and will continue until the day you meet the Lord. Phil 1.6; 2 Cor 4.6; Col 3.10; 1 Cor 6.11, 19; 2 Thes 2.1307:34 - Exodus 29.1-9 08:56 - 3 types of sacrifices are outlined. A bull for a sin offering, a ram for a burnt offering, and a ram for a wave offering.09:58 - Exodus 29.1 - “without defect.” Matthew 21.12-13; 1 Pet 1.18-1913:57 - Exodus 29.2 - yeast - a picture of sin. Matthew 16.5-1215:33 - Exodus 29.4 - tent of meeting - Tabernacle - meeting place w/ God16:03 - Exodus 29.10-14. “sin offering” aka “purification” offering. This offering was designed to clean the worshiper from their sins. Heb 13.11-12, Jesus is our sin offering!17:37 - Exodus 29.15-18. “Burnt offering” or a “food offering to the Lord.” This is the oldest form of offering recorded in the Bible. Abel’s offering in Gen 4.4 may have been a burnt offering. Noah’s in Gen 8.20 was a burnt offering. Gen 22 (where Abraham was called to sacrifice his son Isaac, which was a burnt offering). “Burnt Offering” ʿōlâ עֹלָה “to ascend, stairway, steps” Lev 1.9; Exo 29.38-42; Num 28.2,9-10, 11, 19, 27; 29.1, 621:19 - Exodus 29.19-26. “wave offering.” Exo 29.24-26; 35.22, 38.24; Lev 7.28-34; 8.27, 29; 14.12, 24; 23.9-15; Num 8.11-21 25:59 - Exodus 29.27-42 - Lasting Ordinance 28:24 - Exodus 29.35-37 - 7 days - a picture of creation & perfection28:54 - Exodus 29.40 - 1 Ephah - about 3.5 lbs. 1 hin - about 1 quart or 1 liter29:17 - Exodus 29.29-30, 38, 42 - dependents are to carry this on. Num 28.3-8, Heb 9.1-15.34:12 - Exodus 29.42-46 35:53 - Exodus 29.45 - “I will dwell among them.” Exo 25.8; Lev 26.12; Zech 2.10; John 14.17; 2 Cor 6.16; Rev 21.3; Exo 6.6-7; Rev 3:20Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgBe notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zADBooks/resources used or referenced:Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCGWiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG

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In this Bible Study, we look closely at God’s instructions for the creation of the High Priest’s garments, the outfit that Aaron (the first Jewish High Priest) would have worn. We look at every element, including the undergarments, the tunic, the robe, and the ephod (what is an Ephod???) We also look at the two shoulder pieces, the breast piece, the sash, and the turban (with the gold engraved plate). What are the urim and thummim and how would the High Priest have used those to discern God’s decrees? All this and more we discuss as we study Exodus 28.

Outline:

01:13- introduction

01:31 - Aaron and the Levitical priesthood (the Aaronic Priesthood). Genesis 34, Genesis 49.5-7, Exodus 32.26-29, John 15.16 and Leviticus 10.

02:11 - Who was Levi?

06:29 - Who were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar?

06:57 - What was the responsibility of the high priest? Exodus 30.30, 40.13, 15, Leviticus 7.35, John 21.17, Malachi 2.7, Ezekiel 8, Lamentations 4.13, Malachi 1.6-2.9, 1 Peter 2.5,9

13:15 - The High Priest’s Garments

14:54 - Why did the high priest wear this ornate outfit?

17:02 - A quick explanation of the outfit of Aaron the High Priest.

Undergarments, Tunic, The base layer was very plain white linen. The Robe, the Ephod, two shoulder pieces, the breast piece, the sash to tie around the ephod, and the turban with a gold plate. The urim and thummim (Leviticus 8.8, Deuteronomy 33.8, Ezra 2.63, Nehemiah 7.65).

21:10 - What were the urim and thummim?

23:46 - Exodus 28 - Read

32:00 - Why are the bells on the robe? Why would Aaron die if he was not wearing the special garments?

34:09 - The High Priest was a picture of Christ. Hebrews 5.1, 6.20, 7.26, 9.24-28 and Genesis 14

Genesis 14 Bible Study - who is Melchizedek video: https://youtu.be/7MRx4dqIJic

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Video of the high priest’s garments created by Redeemer-of-israel.blogspotcom on Youtube at Messages of Christ

Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible.

Courson, Jon. Jon Courson’s Application Commentary Old Testament Vol. 1. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2005.

https://www.christianbook.com/coursons-application-commentary-genesis-revelation-volumes/jon-courson/9780310118312/pd/0118312?event=ESRCG

Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.

https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCG

Rose Guide to the Tabernacle. Peabody, MA; Rose Publishing, 2008.

https://www.christianbook.com/rose-guide-to-the-tabernacle/benjamin-galan/9781596362765/pd/362765?event=ESRCG

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In this study, we look at the outer courtyard of the Tabernacle as well as the Bronze Alter (also known as the Brazen Alter). Additionally, we look at the oil used to keep the lampstand lit inside the Tabernacle Holy Place. We also ask the question, why is there not an active sacrificial alter system in place today?

01:28 - Three things we are talking about today: The Bronze Alter, The Tabernacle Courtyard, and the Oil used for the Tabernacle Lampstand.

01:51 - Exodus 27.20-21- Oil for the Lampstand. Exo 25.31-40; Isa 49.6; John 8.12; Mat 5.14; John 1:1-5

05:56 - Exodus 27.9-19 - The Tabernacle Courtyard

09:50 - Exodus 27.1-8 - Bronze Alter (Brazen Alter). Lev 1.1-9 Lev ch1-7; John 10.9; 14.6; Acts 4.12; Prov 14.12; 16.25; Matt 7.13-27; Num 21.4-9; Deut 28.23; Rev 1.15; Lev 6.8-13; Lev 4.12; 6.10-11; Heb 9.22; Matt 26.26-28; John 1.29; 3.14-16; Rom 5.8; 1 Pet 2.24

17:36 - 4 sacrifice types:

Sin Offering & Guilt Offering: Lev 4.1-5.13; 6.24-30; 5.14-6.7; Luke 21.1-4

Burnt Offering: Lev 1; 6.8-13

Grain (Meal) Offering: Lev 2; 6.14-23

Fellowship (Peace) Offering: Lev 2; 7.11-12

22:44 - Application of the sacrificial offering system

Jesus is our atoning sacrifice: John 2.39; Matt 20.28; 2 Cor 5.21

Taking care of our Christian workers: 1 Cor 9.13-14; 1 Tim 5.17-18; Deut 25.4; Luke 10.7

31:13 - Question: Why are there no alters to God upon which sacrifices are made today? Heb 9.25-28; Rom 12.1-2; Heb 13.15-16; 2 Cor 9.7-11

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