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Friday: Further Thought ~ The Bible as History

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Further Thought:  Ellen G. White, “David and Goliath”, pages 643-648, in Patriarchs and Prophets; “Hezekiah”, pages 331-339; “Deliverance From Assyria”, pages 349-366 in Prophets and Kings; section 4.k., in “Methods of Bible Study”, which can be found at www.adventistbiblicalresearch.org/materials/bible-interpretation-hermeneutics/methods-bible-study. “The Bible is the most ancient and the most comprehensive history that men possess. It came fresh from the fountain of eternal … Continue reading –>

Thursday: Faith and History

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We don’t live in vacuums. Our choices influence not just ourselves, but others as well. In the same way, the lives of many of God’s ancient people have had a great impact on the future of others besides themselves. In Hebrews 11, that well-known “faith” chapter, we see in summary the influence of many of … Continue reading –>

HOPESS: The Bible as History (June 6, 2020)

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[Moderator’s note: These videos are produced some months in advance and were made before the COVID-19 social distancing measures were mandated. For a video on the issue click on this link:] Hope SS Social Distancing You can view an in-depth discussion of “The Bible as History” in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor … Continue reading –>

10: The Bible as History – SPD Discipleship Video

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The South Pacific Division (SPD) has produced a series of videos about the lesson studies this quarter. The speaker is Dr Kayle de Waal, a theology lecturer at Avondale University College. Week 10_ study this lesson for June 6 from SPD Discipleship on Vimeo. Amen!(2)

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Wednesday: The Historical Jesus

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Read Matthew 26:57-67, John 11:45-53, and John 18:29-31. Who was Caiaphas, and what was his role in the death of Christ? Who was Pontius Pilate, and how was his decision most important for the Sanhedrin to accomplish its goals? Caiaphas was high priest and instigated the plot to seek the death of Jesus. His existence is recorded also … Continue reading –>

Tuesday: Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar and Babylon

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In July 2007, a scholar from the University of Vienna was working on a project in the British Museum when he found a tablet from the time of Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon. On the tablet, he found the name “Nebusarsekim”, the name of a Babylonian official mentioned in Jeremiah 39:3. Nebusarsekim is one of many individuals, … Continue reading –>

10: The Bible as History – Singing with Inspiration

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There are many hymns we could choose as a theme for this series of lesson studies.  Here are just two, the first being Hymn 272 – Give Me the Bible, followed by  Hymn 277 – For Your Holy Book We Thank You. Thank you to the ladies who messaged in and suggested that we could also add the song Ancient Words – if … Continue reading –>

10: The Bible as History – Discussion Starters

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David, Solomon, and the Monarchy. Of course, it’s hard to believe, especially if you’re a new student of God’s Word, but don’t you find it to be a marvelous blessing for us to put him at the two-gated city of Shaaraim? Does the Bible give you enough evidence that you never doubt the rule of King … Continue reading –>

10: The Bible As History – Teaching Plan

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Key Thought: The Bible is constituted in history. Biblical history moves in a linear direction from an absolute beginning to an ultimate goal: from Creation to the restoration. June 6, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Isaiah 37:33-37. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. … Continue reading –>

Monday: Isaiah, Hezekiah, and Sennacharib

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Read Isaiah 36:1-3 and Isaiah 37:14-38. In this account of a massive Assyrian campaign against Judah, how does God deliver His people? In 701 B.C., Sennacherib campaigns against Judah. The account is recorded in Scripture. It is also recorded by Sennacherib himself in several ways. In his historical annals, discovered in the capital city of Nineveh, he boasts, … Continue reading –>