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Post by stormyknight on May 23, 2018 14:20:39 GMT -6
I've followed Ben Shapiro off and on for awhile now and recently saw more than a few videos of Jordan Peterson. Both men, IMHO, are brilliant. Not only are they not afraid to point out what is wrong in society today, they also voice ways to fix it. Which, I may add, has found tons of resistance from the Left/Liberals. Anyway, at 48:29 in this video they begin speaking about Judaism and Christianity. Shapiro is, of course, Jewish and Jordan is admittedly Christian. I don't know to how deep his beliefs are, but, so far I haven't found anything he says about the bible or Jesus or God to be questionable. He has obviously done his homework before he speaks about something.
The whole video is great and I have to admit I had to stop it a few times and review things that were said. I don't know about ya'll, but I felt I needed a knife and a fork for this oral feast and had to chew slowly. I hope you enjoy it as well.
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Post by stormyknight on May 24, 2018 10:18:09 GMT -6
"Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth" Matt. 5:5
"But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace." Psalms 37:11The true meaning of what has been translated as "meek" really throws a whole new light on the meaning of these verses. From Strong's: Cognate: 4239 praýs (also listed as 4239a/praupathia in NAS dictionary) – meek. See 4236 (praótēs).
This difficult-to-translate root (pra-) means more than "meek." Biblical meekness is not weakness but rather refers to exercising God's strength under His control – i.e. demonstrating power without undue harshness.
[The English term "meek" often lacks this blend – i.e. of gentleness (reserve) and strength.]
When we receive the Holy Spirit, we receive God's strength.
"I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." Phil. 4:13
'Strengthens' from Strong's:1743 endynamóō (from 1722 /en "in," which intensifies 1412 /dynamóō, "sharing power-ability") – properly, to impart ability (make able); empowered.
Learning how to 'wield' this power is true meekness, 'demonstrating power without undue harshness'. I think this goes a long way in explaining the whole 'works vs. faith' argument. If we repent and truly believe, we are imparted God's Holy Spirit. We are given the same Spirit that "moved upon the face of the waters." Gen. 1:2 If we don't continue walking with Christ Jesus, learning, 'working', then how are we to learn how to "say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Matt. 17:20
Please, if you have the time, meditate and pray on this. It is not something to take for granted. It is truly awe inspiring and faith-strengthening.
mike, thank you so much for pointing me to Bible Hub. It has been such a blessing in my walk.
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Post by mike on May 24, 2018 11:44:00 GMT -6
Happy to hear this brother. Glad He used me (unbeknownst) to get you to that site. Encouraged by your words in this post & study as well as other nuggets you share
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Post by witness1 on May 24, 2018 12:56:47 GMT -6
What an interesting connection! I enjoyed learning the meaning of meekness as well... it is not at all what we usually think of. My study led me to see that it is like a powerful thoroughbred horse under the control of a jockey. There is immense power, but that power is put under submission.
Also we can think of it as a potent medicine to heal. Powerful medicine is only beneficial when correctly applied. So I think meekness and wisdom go hand in hand: knowing how and when to use the strong power I have been given, and all in submission to God. Such a powerful thought to meditate on. Thanks for bringing it up!
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