Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.
2 Peter 1:20-21 (kjv)
Moved-Phero (greek)
1. to carry
1. to carry some burden
1. to bear with one's self
2. to move by bearing; move or, to be conveyed or borne, with the suggestion of force or speed
1. of persons borne in a ship over the sea
2. of a gust of wind, to rush
3. of the mind, to be moved inwardly, prompted
3. to bear up i.e. uphold (keep from falling)
1. of Christ, the preserver of the universe
2. to bear, i.e. endure, to endure the rigour of a thing, to bear patiently one's conduct, or spare one (abstain from punishing or destroying)
3. to bring, bring to, bring forward
1. to move to, apply
2. to bring in by announcing, to announce
3. to bear i.e. bring forth, produce; to bring forward in a speech
4. to lead, conduct
Glad we could gather again, you know the wonder that happens when we are inspired to seek and view the scriptures is always amazing. Does the bearer of the pen (or keyboard) learn? Absolutely! In this wonderful cycle we call life we are taught and teach where and when we are moved. Speaking of moved, the word moved in our above script takes on a life of its own. So if you don't mind much before we go on to our little discussion taking place between our Adonai Yeshua/Jesus and the days Hierarchy, lets examine a part of our lesson that yet applies.
Though unknown to many and similar to any other position in our system that many famous people have been so inspired and seem to be extraordinary in their talents, so is the ministry. Inspiration is our driving force. Only this ability is not of our own choosing unless according to scripture we enter in from the back door as a thief, for it transpires from the breath and very lifeforce of God. Unlike the world system holds alot more responsibility and accountability. For truly a soul is a most precious commodity.
For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake. (1 Thessalonians 1:5)
But if the Spirit of him that raised up Yeshua/Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Messiah from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. (Romans 8: 11)
Every scripture is divinely inspired, and profitable for teaching, for conviction, for correction, for instruction in righteousness; that the man of God may be complete, fully fitted to every good work. (2 Timothy 3: 16-17)
We as inspired beings understand that for Elohiyms own reasoning and purpose he has moved men into glorious places to share the Good News and encourage hope into a people when there is none anywhere else, the Hope of Life. This beloved is his work! Know human being I have ever known has been able to accomplish the works he has in love towards us. And once again he made sure he didn't just leave these duties up to just men that would be prone to fail. No, he would ask the Father for a sure way to quicken us and set us on a course where we would never be alone to fend for ourselves.
A. It was Yeshua/Jesus that told the apostles, that He, after His ascension, would beseech the Father to send the Holy Spirit in His name (that is by His authority).
1. But the Comforter, which is the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name,
he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance,
whatsoever I have said unto you (John 14:26).
2. But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even
the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me (John
15:26).
3. Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he
shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and
he will shew you things to come (John 16:13).
4. This wonderful truth was fulfilled beginning in Acts 2:1-4 with the outpouring of the
Holy Spirit upon the apostles.
Our dear brethren the Disciples were our greatest example. With all that was being poured into them, expounded on and spoken, they just weren't grasping things. Oh they tried and they had little break throughs but without the indwelling of the Ruach Ha'Kodesh/ Holy Spirit the level of inspiration was very limited. How could they or the Hierarchy of the day comprehend anything heavenly? Remember the question?
The baptism of John, whence was it ? from heaven, or of men? (Matt. 21:25) Can we answer this question now? We'll find our later,,,,,
In our beginning scripture in 2 Peter 1, we are told that "no prophecy of scripture is of any private interpretation",,,,
Without the indwelling of the Spirit and the Inspiration from on high we would'nt get it either. And many of us don't and still today with the right Bible before us still don't understand why. We can be schooled to death, read every commentary and religious guide we can find on the market today, think ourselves intellectual, use big words and yet never be endowed to comprehend whether the baptism of John was from heaven or of men without His guiding council. Once in a service where I was asked to teach, was then asked at the end of the service by the churches presiding Bishop, " How did you get that?". My answer and as sincerely as possible was " Don't you know?" We have seen this happen on down the eras by learned men and or women that speak by their own inclinations that have no power to do anything, least of all deliver and shepherd a people. Don't get me wrong, Elohiym bless them! Just making a point. Who's in charge of this getting of understanding??? Yes you got it, Messiah!
Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord. And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all. But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal . ( 1 Corinthians 12: 4-7)
There is thee Heavenly Administration! What does that make us? Co-labourers under this Administration.
Hear another parable: There was a certain householder, which planted a vineyard, and hedged it round about , and digged a winepress in it, and built a tower, and let it out to husbandmen, and went into a far country : And when the time of the fruit drew near , he sent his servants to the husbandmen, that they might receive the fruits of it. (Matthew 21: 33-34)
Yes I wasn't going to touch on that but couldn't help it where it's pertinent. Now just imagine this, with all the Bosses we have in the world in a powerful chain of command we have the Messiah! But once again not even on our own but by ,,,,the indwelling Spirit. The inspiration from the heavenly Hierarchy that we move, breath and have our being. That by which we bless, encourage , teach, study, pray, minister and oversee His vineyard with. What is the tool we wield? More into some research,,,,
Now, I want you to note that there is a powerful chain related to the idea of authority.
1. Our first link in the chain is the Father, who gave all authority unto the Son (our 2nd
link).
2. The Son then, by His authority, sent the Ruach Ha' Kodesh/Holy Spirit (3rd link), to guide the apostles
(4th link) into all truth.
3. These men, along with others, blessed us with the 5th link in the chain, which is
the Word of God.
4. The chain is unbroken, and the authority which resides within the Bible stands!
It was the design of our Adonai that inspired men would give us the Bible.
1. Concerning the Old Testament writings: Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the
scripture is of any private interpretation.
For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God
spake as they were moved by the Holy Spirit (2 Pet. 1:20-21).
a. These things we also speak, not in words which man's wisdom teaches but which
the Holy Spirit teaches (1 Cor. 2:13).
2. The product of these inspired men is in fact a library of books: 66 in all (39 O.T., 27
N.T).
a. It was the compilation of 40 inspired men’s work over a period of 1600 yrs.
b. It contains a harmony and purpose that shows it to be far more than a work of
man.
c.The word inspired lit. is a word which means God breathed, or the breath of God.
d. It stresses that the words which are inspired are the very words of God.
e. The text further affirms that the Scriptures are all sufficient -- furnishing us unto all
good works.
f. Peter affirms that His divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto
life and godliness (2 Pet. 1:3).
g. Jude 3 describes Scripture as the faith once for all delivered to the saints.
Elohiym be willing we will definitely get back to our parable when we return, now that we hope we have pretty much set a basis for the Authority over the ministry that is above every Hierarchy (the True one). That of our Messiah Yeshua/Jesus. The Head of the whole body of the Messianic Assembly/ Ekklesia/Church. And that it is His Spirit that assist us in our ministering to Him first and then His people.
In order to grasp this we must also tap into a somewhat uncomfortable area,,, What the scriptures says it is not. What does Messiah show us in this parable about that? What is the outcome of rejecting His authority and trying to utilize our own?
In times past, when Saul was king over us, it was you who led out and brought in Israel. Yahweh said to you, 'You shall be shepherd of my people Israel, and you shall be prince over Israel." (2 Samuels 5:2)
Thus says the Lord Yahweh: Behold, I am against the shepherds; and I will require my sheep at their hand, and cause them to cease from feeding the sheep; neither shall the shepherds feed themselves any more; and I will deliver my sheep from their mouth, that they may not be food for them. (Ezekiel 34:10)
For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened , and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost, And have tasted the good word of Elohiym/God, and the powers of the world to come , If they shall fall away , to renew them again unto repentance; seeing they crucify to themselves the Son of Elohiym/God afresh , and put him to an open shame . (Hebrews 6: 4-6)
It is misplaced authority which takes men away from the Word of God; which then
necessitates a restoration to take place, that man might have all matters of faith and
practice based upon Scripture (a thus saith the Lord.
to be continued,,,,,,,
(some references from swartzcreek.net)
Jewish encyclopedia, Tanakh and KJV
