In Numbers 16 we have recorded the story of Korah's rebellion. Korah was a cousin of Moses and Aaron. He was joined in the revolt by Dathan and Abiram - Reubenites - and another individual called On. On disappears from the story after the initial challenge and may have decided not to proceed further in this revolt. The nation was in a rebellious mood having recently sought to throw off their responsibilities to the divine appointments. The New Testament commentaries on this revolt tell us a great deal. We are told of the character of Korah in the book of Jude. The leaders of the rebels were described as "princes" and as "men of renown" - important people who thought that they were the somebodies who mattered. The rebel's accusation was that Moses and Aaron were making themselves more important than they should have been since the entire congregation was holy. The reverse was in fact the case - Moses and Aaron had been divinely appointed - the rebels were seeking to usurp that authority. Korah, Dathan and Abiram are described as "angels" who sought for higher authority in Jude verse 6. Prominent men, prophets and God's immortal angels are all described by the Hebrew word "Malak" in the Old Testament and by the Greek word "angelos" in the New Testament. Numbers 16 tells of a test being set up to establish who should make up the priesthood. It involved brazen censers containing incense being taken and Yahweh would reveal those who were His. The size of the rebellion is indicated in that 250 false priests were slain by the fire of the LORD on the next day at the same time as the divinely sent earthquake had swallowed Korah, his family and the other fellow rebels. Despite this Korah, Dathan and Abiram remained defiant and accused Moses and Aaron of destroying the LORD's people. The glory of Israel's Sovereign was once again seen as His anger waxes hilt against those rebels. Moses and Aaron showed what wonderful men they were in pleading with God for mercy. Next Moses prophesied that the ground would open up and swallow the rebels. He told the congregation to move away from the camp of the rebels. Most of the people dis so including Korah's sons - they were made the doorkeepers of the Tabernacle. The faithfulness of Korah's sons is seen in many wonderful Psalms which they wrote. The brazen censers of the perished priests were collected and used in the construction of the bronze altar of offerings. Despite the clear demonstration by the Almighty as to who He had chosen and the men who the assembly should respect there was a further accusation the next day that Moses and Aaron had killed "the people of the LORD". God sent His plague in response to these vile lies and a further 14,700 people were slain. Once again the compassion of the LORD's chosen leaders was seen by Moses sending Aaron to save as many as they could by Aaron standing with his censer between the living and the dead. Paul in writing to Timothy commented on the lessons this incident teaches us when he wrote in
2 Timothy 2 verse 19, "God's firm foundation stands, bearing this seal; 'The Lord knows who are His,' and, 'Let everyone who names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity'" (ESV).
The theme of Proverbs 12 is the importance of discipline in the actions of a wise son.
Verses 1-5 outline the wisdom of submission to discipline the shunning of evil, the endeavour to walk uprightly and the invaluable strength and support that comes from a faithful wife. and the challenge of channeling are thoughts on Godly principles. Verses 6-19 concentrate on the benefits of appropriate and wise words. Words will trip up the unwary, or they can liberate the oppressed. Wise words will stand the test of time and when well spoken will gain respect. Don't be deceived by the appearance. The ways of the wise will control every aspect of their lives. They will not lack the necessities - God will provide. By contrast time will also show the folly of the words and ways of the wicked. Humbleness is vital in our walk before the LORD. There's no room for God in the mind of the self opinionated. Maintain self control and let your speech be a blessing, and not a cursing, to the listeners.
Verses 20-27 speak of the wise behaviours that the young must try to cultivate - our choices and plans affect our lives; the right choices will in the long term prove to be of the greatest value; choosing divine ways may seem hard, but will prove to be a blessing; giving thought before action and exercising discretion doubly benefits those choosing this path; laziness is destructive and costly; depression may be lessened by the wise advice of a friend. So take great care in choosing your friends and lose no opportunity to show diligence.
In Galatians we have one of the earliest books of the New Testament to be written- perhaps as early as AD42 depending upon the theory which adopted. The book must have been written after the Jerusalem' Conference, which was about the date mentioned previously. Galatians is the second of three treatises on the Atonement ie how sinners can be made right with God - the others being Romans and Hebrews. All three books are based on Habakkuk 2:4, "The just shall live by faith". The emphasis in Romans is the JUST...; in Galatians it is ... LIVE by faith; and in Hebrews.. live by FAITH. The problem of Judaism is addressed in this book. The Judaisers, Paul's constant foes, taught salvation was by works of the Law, and not by faith. They preached that Christ and belief in him were insufficient to save - that the keeping of the Law was also necessary in order to be saved. In Galatians 1 Paul establishes his credentials and says how he was called to the gospel. Paul also indicates that a curse would rest on anyone preaching a variant of the only true gospel. The Apostle explains that the gospel message was given him in Arabia by direct revelation ie personally taught it by Jesus Christ - none of the other Apostles were in any way connected with his instruction. Chapter 2 teaches us of the firm stance that Paul took on not circumcising Titus. The chapter also spoke of Peter's equivocation and hypocrisy, when confronted by false brethren called Judaisers. Read verses 15-21 aloud. Pause and ponder. Let each of us determine to live our life in Christ Jesus as the great Apostle did.
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In this powerful Bible talk, we explore the profound question: **How can we truly give glory to God in our daily lives?** Whether through worship, obedience, or living with purpose, Scripture provides clear guidance on honoring Him in all we do. Join us as we dive deep into God’s Word and uncover practical ways to glorify Him every day!
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00:00 - **Introduction: What Does It Mean to Give Glory to God?**
05:12 - **Worship: Praising God with Our Hearts & Voices**
12:35 - **Obedience: Living According to His Word**
18:47 - **Service: Glorifying God Through Love & Action**
25:03 - **Faith: Trusting God in All Circumstances**
30:50 - **Conclusion: A Life That Honors God**
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✨ **Psalm 86:12** – "I will praise you, Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever."
🙏 **John 15:8** – "This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples."
💡 **1 Corinthians 10:31** – "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
🔥 **Matthew 5:16** – "Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
🛐 **Romans 11:36** – "For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever!"
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Numbers 14 tells of Israel's rebellion against their obligation to take possession of the Promised Land. The congregation believed the report of the 10 faithless rebels, who had said that the conquest of the Land was impossible. The entire assembly sided with these men and sought to remove the God given authority of Moses and Aaron. These rebels appointed a captain over them and said that it would have been better if they had all died in Egypt. Joshua and Caleb unsuccessfully tried to turn their minds back to the promise of God. The enraged mob were now determined to stone Joshua and Caleb. Our Sovereign now entered into the contest and told the faithful to separate themselves whilst our LORD would send His plague to destroy the rebels and start with a new nation out of Moses. From verses 13 to 19 we are told of Moses' intercession for the nation. Moses recalls what the name bearing angel had taught him about Yahweh's merciful and gracious character. Moses was fearful that the Great Name that had been magnified through Israel's deliverance from Egypt would now be disgraced. From verses 20 to 38 the Almighty pronounces two oaths. The first oath related to the saving of Caleb and Joshua and the giving to of the promised land to them. By contrast the second oath declared that none of the rebels would ever see the Land. The second oath incorporated Yahweh's declaration to "fill the earth with His glory" (14 verse 21). This covenant was sworn upon God's very existence. The theme is prominent in the Old Testament - Psalm 72 verses 18 to 19, Isaiah 6 verse 3 and 11 verse 9
Habakkuk 2:14. The Isaiah 11 quote tells us that the LORD's glory is more a moral glory associated with understanding and action than merely a physical splendour. Moses understood this when he asked in Exodus 33 verses 17 to 19 to have Yahweh's glory revealed to him. The response from the name bearing angel is stated in Exodus 34 verses 5to 8; see also Jeremiah 9 verses 23 to 24. The writer to the Hebrews tells us in chapters 3 and 4 that their failure to enter the Promised Land was due their hardness of heart and their failure to trust in the Living God. As a consequence the carcasses of the rebels were strewn through the wilderness over the next 38 years. The 10 faithless spies died in the plague that the LORD sent. Verses 39-45 tell us that the Israelites refused to accept the punishment God had declared and futilely attempted to take the land; despite Moses imploring the nation to abide by their Sovereign's decision. The rebels were sorely defeated by the Amalekites and Canaanites.
Proverbs 10 commences the second section of the book. Chapter 10 verses 1 to 19. 19 is spoken in the third person.
Chapter 19 verses 20 to 22 is delivered in the second person. Chapters 10 to 12 of Proverbs address the theme of a wise son makes his father glad. This theme is stated in chapter 10 verse 1. Verses 2 to 32 tell us that this wisdom is seen in righteous actions. Verses 2 to3 declare that the way of righteousness is the best security. Verses 4 to 5 say that industry is the wise way and that idleness is foolish. Verses 6 to 7 state that righteousness brings blessings. Verse 8 contrast the teachable (meek) and the opinionated. Verse 9 tells us that only the wise walk confidently. Verse 10 reveals that the one who winks with his eye is a deceiver. Verse 11 reveals that the secret to eternal youth is to be found in responding to the words of the righteous. Verse 12 outlines that the righteous seek to cover another's faults rather than to stir up strife. Verse 13 speaks of the wisdom of listening as opposed to being stubborn. Verse 14 tells of the wisdom of storing knowledge and the folly of a babbling fool's mouth. Verse 15 explains the folly of trusting in wealth. In the 16th verse the counsel is to use wealth wisely. Verse 17 asks the wise to remain teachable - ie meek. Verses 18-21 explain how words may be beneficial or harmful. Verse 22 is the secret to happiness in life - "the blessing of Yahweh that makes rich, and there is no sorrow" with that blessing. All other riches are vain, deceitful and accompanied by sorrow; see 1 Timothy 6 verses 5 to10. Verse 23 says that wisdom seeks true pleasure; not the false pleasure of fools. Verses 24 to 25 describe the insecurity of the wicked. Verse 26 says that the slothful is useless and annoying. Verses 27-30 tell that there is great security in walking in the path of righteousness. Verses 31 tot 32 outline that the wisdom of the righteous will be rewarded with abundance and the acceptable fruits of righteousness - see James 3 verses 13 to 18.
Luke chapter 23 commences with Jesus before the Roman Governor Pilate, who wants nothing to do with the trumped up charges levelled against our Lord. Pilate pronounces Jesus innocent and hearing he was from Galilee felt he could evade any responsibility by sending him to Herod. Herod had been curious about Jesus for some time. Upon questioning him, without an answer from Jesus, Pilate reverts to allowing his soldiers to mock and brutalise our Lord. Having found no fault in our Lord Jesus, Herod returns him to Pilate - a partial reconciliation occurs between the two potentates. Pilate once again declares Jesus innocent, but allows him to be brutally scourged (scourging was sometimes called the intermediate death - and many a man died under the barbaric scourge). Even this failed to evoke any pity. For the third time Jesus was pronounced innocent. But the chief priests stirred up the crowd to bay for Jesus blood. and badgered Pilate into a decision that he did not want to make. Our Lord was delivered to be crucified and Barbaras was released. Jesus was so weak that the Romans pressed Simon of Cyrene to carry the cross. This man and his two sons became disciples. The women on the road to Calvary wept as they beheld our Lord, but Jesus told them to weep not for him, but for the miseries that would fall on them. Jesus was crucified between two thieves, who could have been Barabbas' followers. The place of his crucifixion was that of a skull; again in all probability that of Goliath's skull. The soldiers gambled for his clothes, as had been prophesied. Jesus, himself implored his Father to forgive them as they knew not what they were doing. One of the two thieves crucified with our Lord railed upon Jesus The other thief turned in repentance to Jesus and asked for Jesus to remember him when Jesus would come in his kingdom. Very likely the second thief understood the Gospel of the Kingdom. He was given the assurance of a place in that Kingdom. Jesus' words were that the thief would be with the Lord in that day. Neither were in paradise that day for Jesus spent the next three days in the tomb. Our Lord suffered the taunting of sinners, by masterfully controlling himself and as such our Lord was the Victor. Jesus died calmly at about 3pm and seeing that demeanour a hardened centurion exclaimed that surely this man was the Son of God. For six hours the Almighty veiled the scene with darkness, as a sign of His indignation at their doings. When Jesus died there was a great earthquake and the veil of the temple was torn from top to bottom - showing God's displeasure. The law was now finished and Christ had opened of a new and living way. Two counsellors - Joseph and Nicodemas - from the Sanhedrin secured the body of Jesus from Pilate and took it to Joseph's unused garden tomb. The women, who followed our Lord and had just witnessed his crucifixion, now followed Joseph and Nicodemas to see where Jesus' body was laid and where they would later need to come with the spices they would purchase for his burial. The women then rested on the Sabbath day.
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Welcome to "A Little Sanctuary - 2 Studies" with Jonathan Cope! This powerful series explores how we can cultivate a personal sanctuary in God amidst life’s chaos. Packed with biblical wisdom, practical insights, and transformative truths, these studies will inspire you to draw closer to the Lord.
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✔️ Deep Biblical Teaching – Unpack key Scriptures in an engaging way.
✔️ Practical Application – Learn how to create a "little sanctuary" in daily life.
✔️ Encouragement & Hope – Strengthen your faith and spiritual resilience.
📖 Bible Verses Discussed ✨
Ezekiel 11:16 🕊️ – God as our sanctuary in exile.
Exodus 25:8 ⛪ – God’s desire to dwell among His people.
Psalm 91:1-2 🏡 – Dwelling in the secret place of the Most High.
John 14:23 ❤️ – Jesus’ promise to make His home with us.
1 Corinthians 3:16 🔥 – Our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit.
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⏳ Video Chapters (Timestamps) 📋
(For each video in the series:)
🎬 Video 1: "A Little Sanctuary – Part 1"
00:00 - Introduction – The call to be God’s sanctuary.
05:42 - Ezekiel 11:16 Explained – Finding God in life’s wilderness.
12:18 - The Tabernacle Principle – How God dwells with us (Exodus 25:8).
19:35 - Personal Application – Making your heart a dwelling place for God.
25:50 - Conclusion & Prayer – Responding to God’s invitation.
🎬 Video 2: "A Little Sanctuary – Part 2"
00:00 - Recap & Introduction – Building on Part 1.
06:15 - Psalm 91: The Secret Place – Safety in God’s presence.
14:30 - New Testament Fulfillment – John 14:23 & 1 Corinthians 3:16.
22:45 - Living as a Sanctuary – Practical daily steps.
30:10 - Conclusion & Call to Action – How to stay anchored in God.
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