This is the morning session of day two of eHuddle 2024. Featured presenters include Erik VanDenburgh, Ben Williams, Allan Martin, Benjamin Lundquist, Joanne Cortes, Patrice Patel, Andrew Hoeflich, Brendan Pratt, and Isaac Ibarra. eHuddle is a 2 1/2 day summit on evangelism techniques. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41-VdeaG6c0
Bread, and Roses Too
by Rebecca Brothers | 27 February 2024 | One of my favorite podcasts is called “You’re Wrong About.” It was started by two journalists who wanted to revisit cultural moments, movements, and beliefs that we’ve collectively misremembered, misunderstood, and mischaracterized. They’ve talked about Monica Lewinsky, and Iran-Contra, and true crime, and human trafficking, and a […] Source: https://atoday.org/bread-and-roses-too/
Wednesday: Eternal King of Unrivaled Power
Daily Lesson for Wednesday 28th of February 2024
Read Psalms 2:1-12; Psalms 110:1-3; Psalms 89:4,13-17; and Psalms 110:5-6. What do these texts teach us about Christ as King?
The portrayal of God as the Messiah’s Father points to the coronation of the king when the king was adopted into God’s covenant (Psalms 2:7, Psalms 89:26-28). Psalms 2:1-12:7 foresees Christ’s resurrection and exaltation as the dawn of the new everlasting covenant and Christ’s royal priesthood (Acts 13:33-39, Hebrews 1:5, Hebrews 5:5).
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The Messiah sits at God’s right hand as Someone who has unprecedented honor and authority (Psalms 110:1; Acts 7:55-56). “Moreover, the interplay between the Lord and the ‘anointed’ (Messiah) even suggests an intention to identify this Davidic Messiah with the Lord Himself. . . . If the one who sits at the right is the Lord, then, the Lord is the Messiah, since the latter is also seen at the right [see Psalms 110:1, 5]._”—Jacques Doukhan, _On the Way to Emmaus (Clarksville, MD: Lederer Books, 2012), pages 26, 27.
In the end, Christ will have absolute victory over His enemies. To make the enemies a “footstool” is an image that reflects the custom of the ancient Near Eastern kings to place their feet on the necks of their defeated enemies to demonstrate total dominance over them. Yet, Christ’s rod here is not a tool of terror (Psalms 2:9, Psalms 110:2).
The rod (“staff”) was originally held by tribal leaders as the symbol of the tribe (Numbers 17:2-10). Christ’s rod comes from Zion because He represents the people of Zion. His rod is a symbol of divine judgment, which ends the rule of evil and depicts Christ’s unrivaled reign (Revelation 2:27, Revelation 12:5). Even the wicked kings are given a chance to repent and submit to the Messiah (Psalms 2:10-12).
One graphic depiction of Christ’s ultimate victory is found in the pre-Advent scene in Daniel 7:1-28, which shows that, after judgment is given “ ‘in favor of the saints of the Most High’ ” (Daniel 7:22, NKJV), His kingdom is established, and “ ‘His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom’ ” (Daniel 7:27, NKJV). Because of the Cross, the promise of the kingdom is assured.
A blessing is promised to all who trust in the King, and the people rejoice in the Messiah’s sovereign and righteous reign (Psalms 2:12, Psalms 89:15-17).
How nice it is to know that, yes, in the end, good will triumph over evil, justice will be done, and pain and suffering will forever be vanquished. How should this truth give us comfort now when, from a human perspective, evil seems to prosper?
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God First Your Daily Prayer Meeting – February 27, 2024
Matthew 21:22 – "If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." Tag someone in need of prayer and kindly share your prayer requests here. https://bit.ly/3GdFXpR Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi8VNcJU4pI
ADRA Czech Republic Drives Change through Corporate Volunteering Efforts
Volunteering takes many different forms. The thousands of long-term ADRA volunteers who regularly visit lonely elderly people or children in orphanages are joined by a growing group of people who expe…… Source: https://adventist.news/en/news/adra-czech-republic-drives-change-through-corporate-volunteering-efforts
Isaia 29:19 – Martedì 27 febbraio 2024
“Gli umili potranno ancora gioire nell'Eterno e i poveri esulteranno nel Santo d’Israele.” (Isaia 29:19) Meditazione giornaliera “Apri la porta del tuo cuore”. Rubrica a cura di Anna Cupertino. Speaker: Daniele Magliulo. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfEkdTU9-1Y
Aunty, some people tell me that Adventists don’t believe in ADHD!
26 February 2024 Dear Aunt Sevvy, I am in my 50s. I learned about ten years ago that I have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). My concern is that someone told me that our church doesn’t believe in ADHD. Could you help me understand? Signed, A little different Dear Different, Congratulations on joining the neurodiversity […] Source: https://atoday.org/aunt-sevvy-adhd-diagnosis/
Lesson 9.Blessed Is He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord | 9.3 Forever Faithful to His Covenant
9.3 Forever Faithful to His Covenant
Read Psalm 89:28–33, 39–47 and 132:10–12. What is the Davidic covenant about? What appears to have jeopardized it?
The Davidic covenant, as described in Psalms 89:28–33, 39–47 and 132:10–12, is a central aspect of the biblical testimony and the history of the people of Israel. This covenant includes God’s promise to establish David’s lineage forever and to bring prosperity to His people. The durability of this covenant rests on God’s solemn oath and King David’s faithfulness to God.
However, the reality is that even faithful kings, like David, were not always faithful to God. Psalm 89 reflects the harsh reality that the glorious promises of the Davidic covenant appear to be jeopardized. The question of hopelessness arises, whether Israel has been forsaken by God. Yet the answer is clear: No!
God’s wrath, a manifestation of His divine judgment, does not last forever. His everlasting love forgives people their sins when they repent. Although God’s wrath has serious consequences for the disobedience of the people, hope still remains. This hope is grounded in the certainty of God’s faithfulness and grace.
In this hope rests the conviction that God’s unchanging purposes will be fulfilled through the Messiah. Jesus Christ, the Son of David and the Messiah, embodies all the righteousness and salvation of Israel and the entire world. Through His resurrection from the dead, He is exalted as the supreme King over the whole world.
Overall, the Davidic covenant illustrates God’s promises to His people and His unwavering faithfulness, even in times of failure and testing. The fulfillment of these promises finds its completion in Jesus Christ, the Messiah, who brings hope and redemption to all humanity.
Read Colossians 1:16, 20–22. What do these verses teach us about who Jesus was and what He did for us? What promise can you take for yourself from them?
These verses teach us about the divine nature and work of Jesus Christ:
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Creative Power: Jesus is the Creator of all things, both in heaven and on earth. He is above all that is visible and invisible, including all powers and authorities.
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Reconciliation: Jesus has created reconciliation through His sacrifice on the cross. By His blood, He has made peace between God and humanity, overcoming the separation caused by sin. This reconciliation extends over all realms of creation, both in heaven and on earth.
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Sanctification and Blamelessness: Through Jesus’ death on the cross, we are reconciled and brought into communion with God. This happens not only for believers but for all who believe in Jesus Christ and turn to Him. As a result, we will stand sanctified, blameless, and above reproach before God.
The promise we can draw from these verses is the certainty of reconciliation and communion with God through Jesus Christ. Through His sacrifice on the cross, He has made peace and overcome the separation between God and us. By faith in Him, we can stand sanctified and blameless before God and experience His love and grace in full measure.
The connection between the Davidic covenant and our everyday life in faith, as well as the teachings from Colossians 1:16, 20–22, is profound and significant for our daily lives:
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Trust in God’s Faithfulness: The Davidic covenant shows us God’s unwavering faithfulness and promises to His people. In times of trial and temptation, we can rely on God to remain faithful to His promises and never leave us.
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Hope for Redemption and Reconciliation: The teachings from Colossians 1:16, 20–22 remind us that Jesus Christ, through His sacrifice on the cross, has made reconciliation possible. This hope for redemption and reconciliation is a source of comfort and assurance in our daily lives, especially when confronted with guilt and sin.
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Encouragement for Holiness: The certainty of our reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ should encourage us to live lives of holiness. By turning away from sin and living according to God’s will, we can stand in communion with Him and experience His love and grace in our daily lives.
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Gratitude and Worship: The promises of the Davidic covenant and the teachings from Colossians 1:16, 20–22 should lead us to gratitude and worship in our daily lives. We should thank God for His faithfulness and love, and praise Him for granting us redemption and reconciliation through Jesus Christ.
Overall, the Davidic covenant and the teachings from Colossians 1:16, 20–22 should shape our daily life in faith by encouraging us to trust in God’s faithfulness, have hope for reconciliation and redemption, encourage us towards holiness, and express gratitude and worship for God’s grace.
ADRA Puts a Spotlight on Human Trafficking During the Super Bowl
What is Human Trafficking? Human trafficking is a crime that exploits women, children, and men involving the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act. Victim…… Source: https://adventist.news/en/news/adra-puts-a-spotlight-on-human-trafficking-during-the-super-bowl
2024 eHuddle Monday Afternoon — Feb. 26 — BAPTIZE & EQUIP
This is the afternoon session of day one of eHuddle 2024. Featured presenters include Mark Tamaleaa, Kwadwo Twumasi, Arnaldo Cruz, Rohann Wellington, Jochy Jamel, and Brent Hardinge. eHuddle is a 2 1/2 day summit on evangelism techniques. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67U8kXvKQS8
