IT IS DONE~Sunday Contemplation; Ocean Park-WA

August 3rd: Sitting here this morning, scrolling through FB reels … one of them stopped me with the question, "what would you like to leave your family as a legacy?"

My immediate thought was, "I'd like to leave them a legacy of Faith."

Elohim gave me a vision 3 years ago: an open-eye vision, not a dream vision. I have shared that vision with my husband. I am holding onto that vision's promise. And, even though my children are stubbornly holding out … I am leaving them a Legacy of Faith.

Their experience will not be like mine: they are their own persons, going forward in their own lives as their own stories unfold; and their salvation experience will be their personal testimonies. But I have no doubt whatsoever that what Elohim showed me will come about.

So - when that Day comes that I step off this planet Earth and take up residence in my mansion suite beyond the clouds, I can do so with great joy and a sighing confidence KNOWING there will NO lose ends.

He has said it.

It is done.

WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY/2 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 3

This portion of *Paul's 2 Timothy Epistle highlights his urgency to prepare and encourage **Timothy for a deeper and stronger grasp of his work concerning #The Faith. In this letter, Paul anticipates a time of growing apostasy (withdrawl, relapse, backsliding = betrayal) and wickedness (actions, thoughts, and intentions that are morally wrong and evil; going against ***Elohim's Will and righteousness = the opposite of righteousness that embraces a way of life characterized by sin, rebelliousness, and a disregard for justice and virtue) when men and women will be increasingly susceptible to empty religiosity & false teaching (3:1 thru 9). Arrogance (overbearing pride; an arrogant person sees themselves as better than others and may exaggerate their self-importance) and godlessness (a mode of thinking or being that excludes Elohim from life and ignores or perhaps even deliberately violates Elohim's laws and commandments = godless or ungodly persons are those who live, act, and think as though Elohim can be ignored or spurned) will breed (bring forth; increase) further deception & persecution; but Timothy must not waver (be be uncertain about what you think, or feel, about something or someone) in using the Scripture to combat doctrinal error & moral evil (3:10 thru 17). The Scriptures are inspired by Elohim, and with them Timothy is equipped to carry out the ministry to which he was called. 

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Wednesday Bible Study/2 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 3

Coming of Apostasy

(vv. 1 thru 9)

"But know this - that in the last days, perilous (hazardous, insecure, dangerous; times of stress) times will come: for men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters (bragger, gaslighter, egoist = strutting peacock), proud, blasphemers (disrespector, irreligionist = atheist, heathen, pagan; unchristian), disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers (false teachers speaking false doctrine; liar), without self-control, brutal, despisers of good (people who show disrespect or hate for what is considered virtuous, moral, or beneficial = people who don't want to live right and hate everyone who does), traitors (a sellout to the enemy), headstrong (determined to have their own way and unwilling to listen to advice or consider other perspectives; stubborn and resolute, pushing forward with their own ideas even when wrong), haughty (have a big attitude and acting better than other people; overbearing, prideful, swaggering, and obnoxious), lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of Elohim, having a form of godliness (the reverent awareness of Elohim's sovereignty over every aspect of life, and the attendant determination to honor Him in all one's conduct) but denying its power (the ****Ruach HaKo'desh = baptism of the Holy Ghost, Acts 1); from such people, turn away!

For of this sort (a person having the stated, or suggested character) are those who creep into households and make captives (being controlled by a situation or emotions) of gullible women (easily deceived or tricked because they are too trusting and willing to believe what others say without questioning or critical thinking = naïve, innocent, or unsuspecting, making them vulnerable to scams, misinformation, and manipulation) loaded down with sins (these false teachers, driven by lust and sin, seek to control and manipulate those they have influenced), led astray by various lusts (Matthew 23:14), always learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the Truth (1 Timothy 2:4). Now as ^Jannes & ^^Jambres resisted (violated, opposed, defied) Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt (immoral, perverse, greedy) minds, disapproved (frown upon; object to; go against) concerning the Faith (Exodus 7:11, 12 & 22; 8:7 - Romans 1:28 & 1 Timothy 6:5): but they will progress no further, for their folly (a lack of good sense or judgment; foolish or misguided behavior, actions, or beliefs) will be manifest (make it clear or evident; to show it plainly; to bring it into physical reality through thought and action) to all, as theirs also was (Exodus 7:11 & 12; 8:18 & 9:11).

Confronting (face to face conflict of opposing ideas) Apostasy

(vv. 10 thru 17)

But you have carefully (a thorough, attentive, or painstaking way; giving thought to avoiding errors) followed my doctrine (teaching; belief; rule), manner of life, faith, long-suffering (having or showing patience in spite of troubles, especially those caused by other people), love, perseverance (the ability to keep doing something in spite of obstacles), persecutions (punishment or harassment usually of a severe nature on the basis of race, religion, or political opinion), & afflictions (great distress, pain, or suffering), which happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra - what persecutions I have endured (tolerate; hold out, or put up with something unpleasant). And out of them all the *****Lord delivered ( rescued, and saved) me (1 Timothy 4:6).

Yes, and all who desire to live godly in *****Yeshua Ha'Mashiach will suffer persecutions (Psalm 34:19). But evil (harmful; sinful = morally wrong or bad, and often involving harm or suffering; causing pain & misfortune = tragedy, tribulation) men and imposters (somebody who pretends to be somebody or or something that they are not) will grow worse & worse, deceiving and being deceived (2 Thessalonians 2:11).

But as for you, continue in the things which you have learned and have been assured of, knowing from whom you have learned them, and that from childhood you have know the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise (deep understanding, keen discernment, & a capacity for sound judgment) for salvation through faith which is in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach (John 5:39). All Scripture is given by inspiration (comes from the Latin word “inspiratus,” which essentially means “breathe into.” It has been said that, before this literal meaning, the word inspiration had a theological basis that predated this definition. It initially referred to the influence of a divine entity on a person; a force or influence that inspires) of Elohim, and is profitable for doctrine; for reproof (scolding; rebuke), for correction, for instruction in righteousness (generally refers to a person's moral character, their ability to act justly and correctly, & speaks to their relationship with Elohim), that the man of God may be complete (having all parts or elements; lacking nothing; whole; entire = unbroken), thoroughly equipped (possessing the necessary tools, knowledge, skills, and qualities to effectively accomplish a task, or succeed in a particular situation) for every good work (to do something very well; supportive environment with constructive relationships; good works include acts of love, charity, and service to others, as well as being faithful to one's calling)."

*Apostle Paul = known as Saul before he converted to Christianity (Acts 9), was the chief killer of Christians following Yeshua’s death, resurrection, and ascension – being the foremost witness to the stoning of Stephen (Acts 7).

The Apostle Paul was one of the most influential leaders of the early Christian Church. He played a crucial role in spreading the gospel to the Gentiles (non-Jews) during the first century, and his missionary journeys took him all throughout the Roman empire.

Apostle (/əˈpɒsəl/) = in its literal sense, is an emissary. The word is derived from Ancient Greek ἀπόστολος (apóstolos), literally "one who is sent off", itself derived from the verb ἀποστέλλειν (apostéllein), "to send off". The purpose of such sending off is usually to convey a message, and thus "messenger" is a common alternative translation; other common translations include "ambassador" and "envoy".

Apostle in the Gospels is one of an authoritative New Testament group sent out to preach the gospel and made up especially of Christ's 12 original disciples and Paul.

**Timothy = son of the devout Jewish woman, Eunice, and a Greek father, Timothy became a follower of Yeshua Ha’Mashiach when Apostle Paul preached the Gospel in Lystra, Timothy’s hometown. Paul invited the young convert to accompany him on his second missionary journey; and was sent to Thessalonica to strengthen the fellowship there. After another journey with Paul, Timothy was sent to Corinth to straighten out some problems upsetting the fellowship there.

Timothy later looked after Paul during Paul’s imprisonment. Timothy subsequently was asked to go to Ephesus to represent Paul, and received the two letters from Paul that bear Timothy’s Name. Timothy – these letters reveal, was like a son to Paul.

The last word in the New Covenant about this sensitive, sickly, but faithful young helper was that he was imprisoned but finally released. Acts 16:1, 17:14-15, 18:5, 19:22 & 20:4; Romans 16:21; 1 Corinthians 4;17 & 16:10; 2 Corinthians1:1 & 19; Colossians 1:1; 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 3:2, & 6; 2 Thessalonians 1:1; 1 & 2 Timothy; Philemon 1; and Hebrews 13:23.

***Elohim (Hebrew: אֱלֹהִים, romanized: ʾּlōhīm: (eloˈ(h)im) is a Hebrew word meaning "Gods – Father, Son, & Holy Spirit". Although the word is plural in form, in the Hebrew Bible it usually refers to a single deity “Behold, the Lord – the Lord is One”, particularly the God of Israel.

****Ruach HaKo'desh (The Hebrew language phrase ruach ha-kodesh is pronounced ROO-akh-KOH-desh: רוח הקודש, "holy spirit" also transliterated ruaḥ ha-qodesh) is used in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish writings to refer to the spirit of YHWH (רוח יהוה); the Holy Spirit occurs 90 times in the Brit Chadashah. Luke 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, & 4:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:8; Titus 3:5; 1 Corinthians 6:9; & Jude 1:20.

The New Testament is called the B'rit Chadashah in Hebrew, meaning "New Covenant" (the word B'rit means "covenant" and Chadashah means "new").

*****Lord = Jesus Christ (in Greek: Kyrios Iēsous Christos) = the most formal title for Jesus (Yeshua). It occurs often in the New Testament letters.

The word “Lord” has a wide range of uses; it can be a simple respectful “Sir” or a more formal, “Master.” But the New Testament also uses “Lord” of God. The word “Christ” is the anglicized form of the Greek word meaning “anointed one” or “Messiah.” “Lord Jesus Christ” reminds us that Jesus is both the promised Messiah and our God.

Yeshua Ha’Mashiach: is Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah”; the name Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua.

Christ (from the Hebrew word, Ha’Mashiach ישוע המשיח & the Greek word, Christos/khris-tos) = The Anointed, Yeshua the Messiah, in both languages.

#The Faith = represents the specific doctrines, teachings, and beliefs that distinguish Christianity from other religions. It includes the core beliefs about God, Jesus, the Bible, salvation, and the afterlife. 

It's not just a personal belief, but a shared understanding and tradition within the Christian community. 

^Jannes: the name tradition assigned to one of the magicians in the pharaoh's court when Moses & Aaron came to require the release of the children of Abraham; Jannes is not mentioned by name in the Old Testament at all … the Apostle Paul supplies the names of Jannes & Jambres, who tried to thwart Moses' & Aaron's mission by pitting their secret arts magic against Elohim's power, before pharaoh (Exodus 7:10-12).

A "name tradition" refers to the customary practices, beliefs, or rituals surrounding the giving and use of names within a particular culture, family, or group. These traditions can vary widely, encompassing aspects like the timing of naming ceremonies, the selection of names based on lineage, religious beliefs, or other cultural significance, and the meaning associated with different names. 

^^Jambres: refer to Jannes, above.

**Wednesday Bible Study/2 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 2: https://roadgypsiesvalandholland.blogspot.com/2025/05/wednesday-bible-study2-timothy-chapter-2.html

1 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 3/Thursday Bible Study

As he anticipated in Philippians (1:19, 25-26, & 2:24), *Paul was released from his first Roman imprisonment. In fulfillment of his promise to the Philippians, he sends **Timothy to Philippi to relate the #Good News. Paul himself, went to Ephesus and to other Asian churches like Colosse. When Timothy rejoined Paul in Ephesus, Paul instructed his assistant to "remain in Ephesus" (1:3) while he journeyed to Macedonia. Paul wrote First Timothy, perhaps from Philippi (3:14-15). After he saw Timothy in Ephesus, the apostle journeyed on to the island of Crete where, after a period of ministry, he left Titus to continue the work.

Paul wrote First Timothy from Macedonia in A.D. 62 or 63, while Timothy was serving as his representative in Ephesus - and perhaps in other churches in the province of Asia.

Ephesus - and the province of Asia.

Timothy was to appoint elders, combat false doctrine, and supervise church life as an apostolic representative (one who is sent on a specific mission to act or speak for an ***Apostle).

****Yeshua is the "one Mediator (a middleman; a mediator does not decide the outcome of a situation - instead, a mediator helps the parties understand and focus on the important issues needing an answer, or a solution to a conflict, or problem) between *****Elohim and men" (2:5), and "Elohim was manifest (known openly; or to appear) in the flesh, justified (behaving according to what is morally right and fair) in the Spirit, and seen by ^angles; preached among the ^^Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory (taken up into ##Heaven)" (3:16). He is the source (a place, person, or thing from which something comes or can be got) of spiritual strength (a sense of purpose, meaning; connecting with the Living God), faith, and love (1:12, 14), He came into the world to save (rescue) sinners (someone who has done something wrong according to religious or moral law)" (1:15), and "gave (freely transfer the possession of; to hand over) himself as a ransom (payment for the release of a captive) for all" (2:6).

The theme of this letter, is Timothy's organization and oversight (watchful activity over a group of people) of the Asian churches as a faithful minister (teaching of beliefs; leading services, baptisms or funerals; or otherwise providing spiritual guidance to the community) of Elohei. Paul wrote this letter as a reference manual (a quick source of information when working on a specific topic) for leadership (the ability of an individual to guide followers or members of a group) so that Timothy would have effective guidance (teaching of how to recognize and identify problems, and come up with solutions) for his work during Paul's absence in Macedonia (3:14-15). Paul wants to encourage (give support and advice to someone so that they will do or continue to do something) and exhort (the Greek word parakaleo is often translated as 'exhort' in Paul's writ: it's a verb that means 'to call to one's side, summon'; and can also mean 'to encourage, strengthen, to instruct, teach') his younger assistant (helper) to become an example (comes from the Latin word for 'specimen'; a particular instance of something that is representative of a group, or an illustration of something that's been generally described) to others, exercise (a process or activity carried out for a specific purpose, especially one concerned with a specified area or skill) his spiritual gifts, and "fight (make great efforts to achieve or obtain something) the good fight of ###Faith" (1:18). Timothy's personal and public life must be above reproach (the leader's life is free from sinful habits or behaviors that would impede their setting the highest Christian standard and model for the church to emulate (Hebrews 13:7); also, the leader must not give cause for those outside the church to question his lifestyle): and he must be ready to deal with matters of false teaching, organization, discipline, proclamation of the Scriptures, poverty and wealth, and the roles of various groups, negativity; he is to refute (prove wrong; deny) error (an act that through ignorance, deficiency, or accident departs from or fails to achieve what should be done) (1:7-11).

Joel Chernoff - 'Jew and Gentile' Lyrics: 

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKZMbQOIYR4)

1 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 3

Qualifications of Bishops

(vv. 1 thru 13)

"This is a faithful (true to the facts) saying: If a man desires (strongly wish for or want) the position (function) of a bishop (the word originally signified a spiritual 'overseer'; the titles bishop and elder, or presbyter, were essentially equal in value, amount, function. Bishop is from the Greek, and denotes one who exercises the function of overseeing. Presbyter was derived from the office in the synagogue), he desires a good work.

A bishop must be blameless (innocent of wrong doing), the husband of one wife (not married to more than one woman at a time), temperate (mild, moderate; calm, reasonable), sober-minded (not intoxicated by successes or defeated by failures; free from extravagance or excess; not desirous of great things or high estate; able to deal with hardships and are motivated to keep going; focusing on the grace that is revealed in Jesus Christ; are living with eternity in view; their values are clarified), of good behavior (proper, polite; satisfactory conduct that is in line with the law - the proper performance of the duties of an office), able to teach (the ability to communicate and apply the truth of Scripture in a clear, coherent, and fruitful way: holding firm to the trustworthy word, instructing in sound doctrine, rebuking unbiblical ideas, modeling and teaching doctrine with the power of saving grace; avoiding discussions on subjects that, in reality, are useless and without redeeming qualities); not given to much wine (Christians are allowed by Yeshua to drink alcohol, but we are forbidden to get drunk: “And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit.” (Ephesians 5:18; also see Proverbs 20:1, 23:20, Isaiah 5:22); one mark of a Spirit-filled and Spirit-led person is that they have self-control (Galatians 5:23 )), not violent (the Hebrew word translated 'violence' is hā'mās': this includes brute force assault, as well as oppression or unjustness and cruelty. The term also evokes the lingering effects of violence, such as deprivation and abuse - this is the same term used to describe the men of the pre-flood world (Genesis 6:11)), not greedy for money (Scripture warns that those who want to get rich can fall into temptation and harmful desires that can lead to ruin; Proverbs 15:27: states that greed can trouble a household; Ephesians 5: states that greedy people are idolaters and have no inheritance in the kingdom of God. The Bible defines greed as a "ruthless self-seeking" and an "arrogant assumption" that others exist for one's own benefit. It also states that greed is the love of having that pursues one's own interests without regard for others); but gentle (moderate in action, effect, or degree; not harsh or severe), not quarrelsome (quarrels are unnecessary arguments that arise from people's quarrelsome nature, not from principled conviction or loving rebuke; quarrelsome people enjoy the drama of a verbal joust rather than working patiently toward solutions - arguing for the sake of arguing; quarrelsome people are entrenched in their positions and unwilling to give an inch to others; quarrelsome people tend to be loud and want to be heard and seen; quarrelsome people are quick to speak and slow to listen; quarrelsome people never give the benefit of the doubt), not covetous (an intense desire for worldly possessions that belongs to another person) - one who rules (a man of high self-control, displays moral behavior; someone who knows the rules, toes the line, follows instructions, and is head of his family as Christ heads His Church) his house well (in a good or satisfactory way), having his children (a son or daughter of any age) in submission (humility - submission is a humble attitude of obedience; God-honoring - submission is not about being inferior, silent, or not having your own opinions; submission is not about living or acting in fear; the Bible recognizes that men and women have different needs for love and respect, and that God has designed marriage, and family life, to reflect this) with all reverence (a feeling of deep respect, awe, and love for the sacred = devotion to God: for if a man does not know how to rule his own house, how will he take care of the house of Elohei?); not a novice (a person who is new to the circumstances), lest (for fear that) being puffed up (to be so pleased or satisfied with something that one's pride is evident in their behavior or body language) with pride (a feeling of pleasure related to self-worth and often derived from personal achievements or talents) he fall into the same condemnation (a guilty verdict = a punishment) as ******Lucifer. Moreover, he must have a good testimony (a clear, concise, and honest lifestyle, and that highlights how your life has changed because of your faith) among those who are outside (those who are not following, or living for Christ), lest he fall into reproach (admonish, chide, rebuke, reprimand, and reprove) and the snare (a trap set by the enemy that hinder a person's walk with the Lord: these traps can include opposition from others, a desire to fit in, or the desire to accumulate material possessions) of Lucifer.

Likewise (in the same way; also), deacons (from Greek diakonos, meaning 'helper'; deacons perform a variety of tasks, including reading the Gospel, leading the Lord's prayer, visiting the sick, supporting the poor, and helping with administrative duties; a deacon can be a male - or a female: the issue of whether women should serve as deacons is restricted to a few verses - Romans 16:1, 1 Timothy 3:11. Phoebe is called a 'deacon of the church in Cenchreae' (Romans 16:1). Having women as deacons doesn’t contradict 1 Tim. 2:12 because deacons don’t teach or exercise authority over men; so women deacons don’t contradict male leadership) must be reverent (a feeling of deep respect, love, awe, and devotion to God; it is a virtue that involves a mix of fear and high regard, and is considered a reflex action in the presence of God) not double-tongued (deceitful, double-dealing, hypocritical, and two-faced), not given to much wine (Ezekiel 44:21), not greedy for money; holding the mystery of The Faith (something that can only be understood through divine revelation = Holy Spirit inspiration) with a pure conscience (absolute, eternal and subject to no change). But let these also first be proved (demonstrate to be the specified thing by evidence); then let them serve as deacons, being found blameless (those who cannot be accused of wrongdoing before people or God).

He chased Church Records & Documents to write this book … I figure he knows what he's talking about.

Male deacon's wives (a woman legally married to a man) must be reverent, not slanderers (someone who damages another person's reputation by spreading false or damaging statements about them), temperate (moderate or self-restrained; not extreme in opinion, or statement), faithful (steadfast in affection or allegiance: loyal, a faithful friend, firm in adherence to promises or in observance of duty) in all things (the entirety of a group of items or concepts).

Let deacons be the husband of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well.

For those who have served well as deacons obtain (get, acquire, or secure) for themselves a good standing (in favor or on good terms) and great boldness (a spirit-empowered conviction, courage, and willful urgency to do the right thing at the right time, regardless of fear or barriers) in The Faith which is in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach (Matthew 25:21).

Conduct in  the House of God

(vv. 14 thru 16)

These things I write to you, though I hope to come to you shortly; but if I am delayed, I write so that you may know how you ought (used to show when it is necessary or would be a good thing to perform the activity referred to) to conduct (the manner in which a person behaves, especially on a particular occasion, or in a particular context) yourself in the house of God; which is the meeting place of the ^^^Church of the *****Living God - the foundation (spiritual foundation = Luke 6:48) and mainstay (this reference comes from 1 Timothy 3:15: Pillar and mainstay, or buttress,  are both features that hold something else up; so, the Church holds up and supports the truth … the immediate context being that 'truth' is the truth of Christ's person and ministry) of the Truth.

And without controversy (intense public argument, disagreement, disapproval; quarrel, strife), great is the mystery of godliness (self explanatory passage: "Christ was manifest in the flesh and was pure in the spirit, beheld by the angels, proclaimed among the nations." The essential message here is that Jesus Christ came as a Man like us and was yet pure in His spirit. So, we too, need not sin when we walk in the power of the *******Ruach HaKo'desh): God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit (Matthew 3:16 & John 1:14), seen by angels (Matthew 28:2), preached among the Gentiles (Romans 10:18), believed on, in the world (Colossians 1:6 & 23), and received up, into glory (Luke 24:51)."

*Apostle Paul = known as Saul before he converted to Christianity (Acts 9), was the chief killer of Christians following Yeshua’s death, resurrection, and ascension – being the foremost witness to the stoning of Stephen (Acts 7).

The Apostle Paul was one of the most influential leaders of the early Christian Church. He played a crucial role in spreading the gospel to the Gentiles (non-Jews) during the first century, and his missionary journeys took him all throughout the Roman empire.

**Timothy = son of the devout Jewish woman, Eunice, and a Greek father, Timothy became a follower of Yeshua Ha’Mashiach when Apostle Paul preached the Gospel in Lystra, Timothy’s hometown. Paul invited the young convert to accompany him on his second missionary journey; and was sent to Thessalonica to strengthen the fellowship there. After another journey with Paul, Timothy was sent to Corinth to straighten out some problems upsetting the fellowship there.

Timothy later looked after Paul during Paul’s imprisonment. Timothy subsequently was asked to go to Ephesus to represent Paul, and received the two letters from Paul that bear Timothy’s Name. Timothy – these letters reveal, was like a son to Paul.

The last word in the New Covenant about this sensitive, sickly, but faithful young helper was that he was imprisoned but finally released. Acts 16:1, 17:14-15, 18:5, 19:22 & 20:4; Romans 16:21; 1 Corinthians 4;17 & 16:10; 2 Corinthians1:1 & 19; Colossians 1:1; 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 3:2, & 6; 2 Thessalonians 1:1; 1 & 2 Timothy; Philemon 1; and Hebrews 13:23.

***Apostle (/əˈpɒsəl/), in its literal sense, is an emissary. The word is derived from Ancient Greek ἀπόστολος (apóstolos), literally "one who is sent off", itself derived from the verb ἀποστέλλειν (apostéllein), "to send off". The purpose of such sending off is usually to convey a message, and thus "messenger" is a common alternative translation; other common translations include "ambassador" and "envoy".

Apostle in the Gospels is one of an authoritative New Testament group sent out to preach the gospel and made up especially of Christ's 12 original disciples and Paul.

****Yeshua Ha’Mashiach: is Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah”; the name Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua.

Christ (from the Hebrew word, Ha’Mashiach ישוע המשיח & the Greek word, Christos/khris-tos) = The Anointed, Yeshua the Messiah, in both languages.

Lord Jesus Christ (in Greek: Kyrios Iēsous Christos) = the most formal title for Jesus (Yeshua). It occurs often in the New Testament letters.

The word “Lord” has a wide range of uses; it can be a simple respectful “Sir” or a more formal, “Master.” But the New Testament also uses “Lord” of God. The word “Christ” is the anglicized form of the Greek word meaning “anointed one” or “Messiah.” “Lord Jesus Christ” reminds us that Jesus is both the promised Messiah and our God.

*****Elohim (Hebrew: אֱלֹהִים, romanized: ʾּlōhīm: [(eloˈ(h)im]) is a Hebrew word meaning "Gods – Father, Son, & Holy Spirit". Although the word is plural in form, in the Hebrew Bible it usually refers to a single deity “Behold, the Lord – the Lord is One”, particularly the God of Israel.

The Hebrew name for "the living God" is Elohim Chayim (אלהים חיים). The name is made up of two parts:

Elohim: The plural form of the Hebrew word for God. Although it is plural in form, it is usually understood as singular when referring to the God of Israel.

Chayim: The plural form of the Hebrew word for "life".

The name Elohim Chayim emphasizes that God is alive, active, and superior to all other objects of worship. It can also be interpreted as representing the three living persons of the Godhead: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

******Lucifer = A name for the leader of the devils; an angel who was cast from heaven into hell because he rebelled against Elohim. Lucifer is usually identified with Satan. The name Lucifer, which means “bearer of light” or “morning star,” refers to his former splendor as the greatest of the angels (Isaiah 14:12-15).

*******Ruach HaKo'desh (The Hebrew language phrase ruach ha-kodesh is pronounced ROO-akh-KOH-desh: רוח הקודש, "holy spirit" also transliterated ruaḥ ha-qodesh) is used in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish writings to refer to the spirit of YHWH (רוח יהוה); the Holy Spirit occurs 90 times in the Brit Chadashah. Luke 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, & 4:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:8; Titus 3:5; 1 Corinthians 6:9; & Jude 1:20.

The New Testament is called the B'rit Chadashah in Hebrew, meaning "New Covenant" (the word B'rit means "covenant" and Chadashah means "new").

^Angel: (n) – a spiritual being in position of attendant, agent, or messenger of Elohim (often represented in human form with wings and a long robe).

^^Gentile = person who is not Jewish. The word stems from the Hebrew term ha-goyim, “the nations,” meant nations of the world that were not Hebrew.

^^^Church = The word translated "Church" is the translation of the Greek term ekklesia, and is used in the New Covenant (New Testament) to identify the community of believers in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach.This word is the Greek words kaleo (to call), with the prefix ek (out). Thus, the word means "the called out ones."

However, the English word "Church" does not come from ekklesia but from the word kuriakon, which means "dedicated to the Lord."

#Good News = Gospel: the word is derived from the Anglo-Saxon term, god-spell, meaning “good story”; Biblically speaking, gospel is a rendering of the Latin evangelium and the Greek euangelion, meaning “good news” or “good telling”.

##Heaven: The Hebrews acknowledge three heavens – the atmosphere surrounding Earth; the firmament of outer space, in which the stars are placed; and the heaven of Heavens, or third heaven, which is he residence of Jehovah.

Among Christians, Heaven is the place where the omnipresent God of Gods dwells and manifests His supreme glory; this habitation of God is represented by the residence of angels and the blessed spirits of those who are rewarded eternal salvation.

###Faith = The closest that the Bible comes to offering an exact definition is Hebrews 11:1 – “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” From this particular passage we understand that the central feature of scriptural faith is confidence or trust; the object of faith is Elohim and His promises in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach.

**1 Timothy~ Chapter 2/Thursday Bible Study: 

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STORY OF OUR LIVES; Woodland-WA

I was finishing up the book, 'Colorado Gold', when I asked Holland, "Do you remember the afternoon at Oak Point, when we were all sitting around talking in the kitchen - sharing testimonies, and you asked me if I had every considered writing a book?" He said he remembered. I continued: "My Blog is my story, Holland - my testimony; and you are part of my story now. I know you get upset when I include some things you would rather I didn't … but that is all part of it, Holland. And some day, when your {becoming} has matured into your butterfly stage, this story of US will be beautiful. There will be a beautiful unfolding, Holland. Change is never easy; but it is required as life evolves. My Life includes you, now. Our Life Story is evolving." He said, "It's not the kind of story I had in mind; but you do what you have to do, Baby. Obey God, no matter what."

We may be going through a hard time right now, and Holland may not like that I share our hard struggles with the world … and some may think "too much drama!": but the Scriptures are FULL of people like us - and worse … that had their lives healed, turned around, and their testimonies of victorious overcoming used, to highlight Elohim's never-ending love, compassion, and healing.

The Bible does not spin the flaws, or weaknesses, of the people Elohim called to purpose for His glory.

And we dare not keep our life stories of struggles or victories silent,  because they may very well be what someone else needs to read, or hear, to help them get over their life's hurdles ;-)

Abraham was old

Sarah was impatient

Noah got drunk

Leah was unattractive

Joseph was abused

Jacob was a liar

Moses stuttered

Miriam was a gossip

David was a murderous adulterer

Gideon was insecure

Rahab was a prostitute

Naomi was a widow

Samson was a womanizer

Elijah was moody

Jonah ran from Elohim

Job was bankrupt

Jeremiah was depressed

Esther was an orphan

John the Baptist was eccentric

Zacchaeus was short

The Samaritan woman was an adulteress

Mathew was a cheater

Lazarus was dead

Martha was a worrier

Thomas was a doubter

Peter denied Christ out of fear

Paul murdered Christians

Timothy had poor health

Elohim specializes in using imperfect people to do extraordinary, and wonderous things - when they acknowledge Him, repent, and follow Yeshua's Salvation Plan :-)

Yeshua has impressed this Scripture passage on my heart many times over the past 2 years; and although the Hebrew word to “stand still” in each case is slightly different (“yatsab” in Exodus 14: 13 and “amad” in 2 Chronicles 20: 17), both have a very similar meanings in English – to abide, stand fast, stand firm, continue, endure, be employed by Elohim and to establish His purposes. And so, I WILL STAND & trust in Elohim's Plan :-)

1 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 2/Thursday Bible Study

*Paul wrote 1st Timothy from Macedonia in A.D. 62 or 63, while **Timothy was serving as his representative in Ephesus and perhaps in other ***churches in the province of Asia. Timothy was to appoint elders, combat false doctrine, and supervise (keep watch over and direct activity; to make certain that everything is done correctly for security purposes) church life (fellowship gathering is important because it helps us pursue godliness and prioritize our relationship with ****Elohim - to learn the truth about the one true living God, and join together to disciple others to come to know Him as well) as an apostolic representative (to walk in the ways and teaching of *****Yeshua, the way the #Apostles did; to be apostolic is to be a disciple of Yeshua Ha'Mashiach: to preach the whole ##Gospel message with the Old Testament as the foundation, and the New Testament its fulfilment).

Paul's Macedonian Call = Early Church

Asia Minor Provinces; Biblical during Paul's time.

In this chapter, Paul emphasizes (give special importance to something in speaking or writing; make something more clearly understood) *****Yeshua Ha'Mashiach as the "one Mediator (a go-between person) between Elohim and men" (v. 2:5); and ****God was manifested (to show something clearly, through signs or actions) in the flesh, justified (having or shown to have a just, right, or reasonable basis) in the ******Ruach HaKo'desh, seen by ^angels, preached among the ^^gentiles, believed on in the world, and received up in glory. Yeshua is the source of spiritual strength, faith, and love (vv. 1:12 &14). He "came into the world to save sinners" (v. 1:15) and "gave Himself as a ransom (high-end payment for the release of someone or something from captivity) for all" (v. 2:6) as the Savior of all mankind, especially of those who believe.

Paul's charge (to strongly and firmly request in an authoritative manner) concerning doctrine (a set of beliefs; the word comes from the Latin doctor for “teacher,” so think of a doctrine as basic teachings): After his greeting (vv. 1:1 & 2), Paul warns Timothy about the growing problem with false doctrines, particularly as they relate (make or show a connection between; feel sympathy with; identify with) to the misuse (to use incorrectly; to misapply) of ###Mosaic Law (vv. 1:3 thru 11). The aging apostle then recounts his radical conversion to *****Christ and subsequent (following, later, succeeding) calling to the ministry (vv. 1:12 thru 17). Timothy, too, has received a divine calling, and Paul charges him to fulfill it without wavering in the doctrine or conduct (vv. 1:18 thru 20).

Paul's charge concerning public worship: Turning his attention to the church at large, Paul addresses the issues of Church worship & leadership. Efficacious (having the power to produce a desired effect) public prayer should be a part of worship, and Paul associates this with the role of men in the church (vv. 2:1 thru 8). He then turns to the role of women (vv. 2:9 thru 15), wherein he emphasizes the importance of the inner quality of godliness (the quality or practice of conforming to the laws and wishes of God; devoutness and moral uprightness: reflecting the nature of the kingdom of God in the course of everyday life).

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1 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 2

Prayer In Public Worship

(vv. 1 thru 8)

"Therefore I exhort (strongly encourage or urge someone to do something) first of all that supplications (a humble request asking for Elohim's help), prayers (a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to Elohim), intercessions (a religious service, especially a regular prayer appointment, in which people gather in order to pray together), and giving of thanks be made for all men - for kings and all who are in authority (the power or the right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience), that we may lead (an action; an example for others to follow) a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness (godliness can only be gained through daily dying to self and living in obedience to Yeshua - learning from Him how to walk in humility) and reverence (honor felt or shown; profound adoring awe) - (Romans 13:1).For this is good and acceptable in the sight of ****God our Savior (Romans 12:2), Who desires that all mankind to be saved and to come to the saving knowledge of the Truth: for there is one God and one Mediator between God and man … the Man Yeshua Ha'Mashiach (God in the flesh), Who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified to (to bear witness; to show, or give evidence) in due time (Mark 10:45) for which I was appointed (to be given a task or a job) a preacher and an apostle - I am speaking the truth in Christ and not lying - a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth (Ephesians 3:7 & 8; Galatians 1:15 & 16). Therefore I desire that the men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting (Psalm 134:2 & Luke 23:34).

Women in Public Worship

(vv. 9 thru 15)

In like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest (neither bold nor self-assertive; tending toward low key = not dramatic, over-the-top or intense; done in a way that doesn't bring too much attention) apparel (any item that can be worn on the body = clothing, hats, bags, ect.), with propriety (appropriate, or fitting) and moderation (tries not to be too extreme to the left or right = to hold a middle ground), not with fancy hair styles, showy jewelry, or costly clothing … but, which is proper for women claiming godliness, with good works. Let women learn in silence with all submission (the action or fact of accepting or yielding to the will or authority of another person). And I do not permit (to let someone do something. It comes from the Latin permittere which means "give up, allow to pass through") a woman to teach (come from the Greek term didasko = "to teach": the usual word for "teach" in the New Testament signifies either to hold a discourse with others in order to instruct them in the studies of authorized positions) or to have authority (the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience) over (at a higher level; position at a higher level than) a man; but to be in silence (provides a tranquil space that promotes a sense of peace, tranquility, and mental clarity) - (1 Corinthians 14:34): for Adam was created first, then Eve. And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression (trans-gresh'-un = to pass over or beyond; to overpass, as any rule prescribed as the limit of duty; to break or violate, as a law, civil or moral; the violation of a law or known principle of rectitude = a formal word that comes from the Latin adjective rectus, which means both “right” and “straight,” and ultimately from the Latin verb regere, meaning “to lead straight”; breach of command; offense; crime; sin). 

Nevertheless she will be saved in childbearing if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control."

*Apostle Paul = known as Saul before he converted to Christianity (Acts 9), was the chief killer of Christians following Yeshua’s death, resurrection, and ascension – being the foremost witness to the stoning of Stephen (Acts 7).

The Apostle Paul was one of the most influential leaders of the early Christian Church. He played a crucial role in spreading the gospel to the Gentiles (non-Jews) during the first century, and his missionary journeys took him all throughout the Roman empire.

**Timothy = son of the devout Jewish woman, Eunice, and a Greek father, Timothy became a follower of Yeshua Ha’Mashiach when Apostle Paul preached the Gospel in Lystra, Timothy’s hometown. Paul invited the young convert to accompany him on his second missionary journey; and was sent to Thessalonica to strengthen the fellowship there. After another journey with Paul, Timothy was sent to Corinth to straighten out some problems upsetting the fellowship there.

Timothy later looked after Paul during Paul’s imprisonment. Timothy subsequently was asked to go to Ephesus to represent Paul, and received the two letters from Paul that bear Timothy’s Name. Timothy – these letters reveal, was like a son to Paul.

The last word in the New Covenant about this sensitive, sickly, but faithful young helper was that he was imprisoned but finally released. Acts 16:1, 17:14-15, 18:5, 19:22 & 20:4; Romans 16:21; 1 Corinthians 4;17 & 16:10; 2 Corinthians1:1 & 19; Colossians 1:1; 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 3:2, & 6; 2 Thessalonians 1:1; 1 & 2 Timothy; Philemon 1; and Hebrews 13:23.

***Church = The word translated "Church" is the translation of the Greek term ekklesia, and is used in the New Covenant (New Testament) to identify the community of believers in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach. This word is the Greek words kaleo (to call), with the prefix ek (out). Thus, the word means "the called out ones."

However, the English word "Church" does not come from ekklesia but from the word kuriakon, which means "dedicated to the Lord."

Believer: someone who has put faith and trust in the redemptive work of Yeshua Ha'Mashiach through His death on the cross and subsequent resurrection.

****Elohim (Hebrew: אֱלֹהִים, romanized: ʾּlōhīm: [(eloˈ(h)im]) is a Hebrew word meaning "Gods – Father, Son, & Holy Spirit". Although the word is plural in form, in the Hebrew Bible it usually refers to a single deity “Behold, the Lord – the Lord is One”, particularly the God of Israel.

Elohei Tzur Yishi = Hebrew: Rock of my salvation (2 Samuel 22:47) - rock is poetically used to indicate the strength of God as the ground of all being in the universe.

*****Yeshua Ha’Mashiach: is Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah”; the name Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua.

Christ (from the Hebrew word, Ha’Mashiach ישוע המשיח & the Greek word, Christos/khris-tos) = The Anointed, Yeshua the Messiah, in both languages.

Lord Jesus Christ (in Greek: Kyrios Iēsous Christos) = the most formal title for Jesus (Yeshua). It occurs often in the New Testament letters.

The word “Lord” has a wide range of uses; it can be a simple respectful “Sir” or a more formal, “Master.” But the New Testament also uses “Lord” of God. The word “Christ” is the anglicized form of the Greek word meaning “anointed one” or “Messiah.” “Lord Jesus Christ” reminds us that Jesus is both the promised Messiah and our God.

******Ruach HaKo'desh (The Hebrew language phrase ruach ha-kodesh is pronounced ROO-akh-KOH-desh: רוח הקודש, "holy spirit" also transliterated ruaḥ ha-qodesh) is used in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish writings to refer to the spirit of YHWH (רוח יהוה); the Holy Spirit occurs 90 times in the Brit Chadashah. Luke 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, & 4:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:8; Titus 3:5; 1 Corinthians 6:9; & Jude 1:20.

The New Testament is called the B'rit Chadashah in Hebrew, meaning "New Covenant" (the word B'rit means "covenant" and Chadashah means "new").

#Apostle (/əˈpɒsəl/), in its literal sense, is an emissary. The word is derived from Ancient Greek ἀπόστολος (apóstolos), literally "one who is sent off", itself derived from the verb ἀποστέλλειν (apostéllein), "to send off". The purpose of such sending off is usually to convey a message, and thus "messenger" is a common alternative translation; other common translations include "ambassador" and "envoy".

Apostle in the Gospels is one of an authoritative New Testament group sent out to preach the gospel and made up especially of Christ's 12 original disciples and Paul.

##Gospel: the word is derived from the Anglo-Saxon term, god-spell, meaning “good story”; Biblically speaking, gospel is a rendering of the Latin evangelium and the Greek euangelion, meaning “good news” or “good telling”.

###The Law = Torah refers to the law, especially the law - or teachings - given by God to the Israelites through Moses which can be found in the Old Testament of the Bible. Mosaic Law begins with The Ten Commandments and includes rules regarding religious observances outlined in the "first five books" of the Torah, which are Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.

^Angel: (n) – a spiritual being in position of attendant, agent, or messenger of Elohim (often represented in human form with wings and a long robe).

^^Gentile = person who is not Jewish. The word stems from the Hebrew term ha-goyim, “the nations,” meant nations of the world that were not Hebrew.

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