The Bible: Day 24- “Listen to God” (Proverbs 3, Matthew 16:21-17:13 & Genesis 47-48)

Introduction:

Listening to God is fundamental to spiritual growth, offering guidance and wisdom in navigating life's densities. In Proverbs 3:1-10, Solomon emphasizes the significance of trusting in the Lord with all one's heart and acknowledging Him in all decisions, promising prosperity and direction. In Matthew 16:21-17:13, Jesus' transfiguration underscores the importance of heeding God's voice as His disciples witness a divine affirmation of Christ's role. These biblical passages highlight the transformative impact of listening to God, fostering a deeper connection and understanding of His purpose in our lives.

Jared emphasized the need for faith, trust, obedience, and the acknowledgment of God's wisdom and guidance in all aspects of life. The discussion also covered Jesus's predictions about his death and resurrection, His teachings to His disciples, and the transfiguration of Jesus. Later, Jared discussed the story of Joseph and how he managed resources during a famine in Egypt. The session ended with a blessing and a prayer.

Faith, Trust, and Obedience in Matthew 16:21-17:13
Jared also highlighted Matthew 16:21-17:13, where Jesus' transfiguration underscores the importance of hearing God's voice. The discussion emphasized the need for faith, trust, obedience, and the acknowledgment of God's wisdom and guidance in all aspects of life.

Jesus's Death, Resurrection, and Transfiguration Discussion
Jared discussed Jesus's predictions about his death and resurrection and His teachings to His disciples. He highlighted Jesus's rebuke of Peter and his call for his followers to deny themselves and carry their crosses. Additionally, Jared recounted the transfiguration of Jesus on a high mountain, where Peter, James, and John accompanied him. On this occasion, Moses and Elijah appeared and conversed with Jesus. Jared also mentioned the disciples' encounter with scribes who questioned them about Elijah's return.

Jesus' Revelation and Transfiguration Discussed
Jared discussed the biblical passages of Matthew 16 and 17. He focused on Jesus' revelation to His disciples about His impending suffering, death, and resurrection and how Peter reacted negatively to this news. He then moved on to Matthew 17, discussing the transfiguration of Jesus on a mountain, where Peter, James, and John accompanied him. The conversation also touched on the appearance of Moses and Elijah, representing the law and the prophets, symbolizing the fulfillment of the Old Testament. The discussion concluded with an Old Testament reading from Genesis 47 and 48.

Joseph's Handling of Famine in Egypt
Jared discussed the story of Joseph and the famine in Egypt. He highlighted how Joseph dealt with the famine by gathering money for grain and then exchanging livestock for bread. When the money ran out, and the famine worsened, the Egyptians sold their land and themselves to Joseph in exchange for food. At the end of the year, they returned, willing to become Pharaoh's servants to survive. Joseph then bought the land, and in the following year, he gave the people seed and took a fifth of the harvest.

Joseph's Resource Management and Jacob's Blessing
Jared led a Bible study session focusing on Genesis chapters 47 and 48. He discussed the story of Joseph managing resources in Egypt during a severe famine, implementing a system where people exchanged their livestock for food and eventually surrendered their land to become Pharaoh's servants. As Jacob neared the end of his life, he blessed Joseph and his sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, ensuring that the younger Anphram received a significant blessing. Jacob instructed his sons about his burial arrangements and passed away. The session ended with a blessing and a prayer.

In Christ, love Jared W. Campbell

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