This paper follows in a logical sequence from the last three, in a progressive theme about the Flesh and the Spirit, about Obedience, and the crucifying of the Flesh, and now in this paper we shall look into the subject of the human will. [Read more…]
Archives for February 1991
38. Babylon & Jerusalem
Babylon and Jerusalem have both been literal cities in the Middle East. Babylon is first mentioned in Genesis, at the building of the Tower of Babel. Jerusalem is first mentioned in Genesis as the home of the King of Salem, Melchizedek. It might be argued that these first occurrences pave the way for the rest of the Bible, and the understanding that gradually builds up of a SPIRITUAL PRINCIPLE. In our last paper we said that the Bible was, in essence, the “Tale of Two Cities”. And this is indeed true, because of the spiritual principles involved. One may become a great scholar, and be much increased in learning, and know the answers to many questions, but if basic spiritual principles are not understood and applied in life, then all this knowledge is in vain. It dies with us when we die, and is not part of an incorruptible inheritance, laid up in heaven. This is very sad. [Read more…]
37. Flesh & Spirit
In this paper we shall investigate what the Bible says about FLESH and SPIRIT, the great contrast of Scripture, the Old Man and the New Man, Babylon and Jerusalem, the Great City and the Holy City. It could well be said that the Bible is the “Tale of two cities”. Once this important truth is understood, then the art of hermeneutics, or interpretation, becomes ten times clearer. [Read more…]
36. On Your Toes!
Many attempts have been made to interpret the books of Daniel and Revelation. No two commentaries seem to agree. Theories abound. It’s obvious they cannot all be correct! And if we enter the arena, can we hope to do any better? We are not claiming to have any or all the answers, but wish to share an understanding which we feel is important, especially at this time, when the Middle East powder keg seems ready to blow up in the faces of all mankind. [Read more…]