Author: emmausroadministries

Ordained minister and founder of Emmaus Road Ministries. Wouldn't you love to have to have been privy to what Jesus taught the two disciples on the road to Emmaus the day He rose from the dead? My goal, my mission, is to help and teach others how to find Jesus in all the scriptures concerning Himself, just like Jesus did for two very sad, dejected disciples on that seven-mile journey in such a way that they fall see Him in new ways. We are, after all, only transformed by beholding Him.

The Seven Churches Of Revelation Part 3: Pergamos

Revelation 2:12-1712 "And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 "I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My name, and did not deny My faith even in the days in which Antipas was My … Continue reading The Seven Churches Of Revelation Part 3: Pergamos

The Seven Churches Of Revelation Part 2: Smyrna

Revelation 2:8-11  "And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write,‘These things says the First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life: "I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a … Continue reading The Seven Churches Of Revelation Part 2: Smyrna

The Seven Churches Of Revelation, Part 1: Ephesus

Revelation 2:1-7 “To the angel of the church of Ephesus write,‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. And you have tested those who say they are apostles and are … Continue reading The Seven Churches Of Revelation, Part 1: Ephesus

The Gifts And Fruits Of The Spirit: High Priest’s Garment Series Part 7

1 Corinthians 12:4-7 "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." - … Continue reading The Gifts And Fruits Of The Spirit: High Priest’s Garment Series Part 7

The Urim And Thummim: Part 6 of 7-High Priest’s Garment Series

Nehemiah 7:61,64-65“61 And these were the ones who came up from Tel Melah, Tel Harsha, Cherub, Addon, and Immer, but they could not identify their father’s house nor their lineage, whether they were of Israel….“64These sought their listing among those who were registered by genealogy, but it was not found; therefore they were EXCLUDED from the priesthood AS … Continue reading The Urim And Thummim: Part 6 of 7-High Priest’s Garment Series

The Blue Tassel: Part 5 Of 6- High Priest’s Garment Series

Numbers 15:37-41 "37 Again the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, '38 Speak to the children of Israel: Tell them to make tassels on the corners of their garments throughout their generations, and to put a blue thread in the tassels of the corners. 39 And you shall have the tassel, that you may look upon it … Continue reading The Blue Tassel: Part 5 Of 6- High Priest’s Garment Series

The Breastplate Of Judgment: Part 4 of 6- High Priest’s Garments Series

Exodus 28:29 29 “So Aaron shall bear the names of the sons of Israel on the breastplate of judgment over his heart, when he goes into the holy place, as a memorial before the LORD continually." - - As you read in part 3, the Breastplate of Judgment is the most expensive part of the … Continue reading The Breastplate Of Judgment: Part 4 of 6- High Priest’s Garments Series

The Ephod: Part 3 of 6 – High Priest’s Garments Series

Psalm 105:37-41 37 "He also brought them out with silver and gold, And there was NONE FEEBLE AMONG HIS TRIBES. 38 Egypt was glad when they departed, For the fear of them had fallen upon them. 39 He spread a cloud for a covering, And fire to give light in the night. 40 The people … Continue reading The Ephod: Part 3 of 6 – High Priest’s Garments Series

TEKHELET: Part 2 of 6, High Priest’s Garment Series

Exodus 28:31 31 “You shall make the robe of the ephod all of blue. 32 There shall be an opening for his head in the middle of it; it shall have a woven binding all around its opening, like the opening in a coat of mail, so that it does not tear." - - The … Continue reading TEKHELET: Part 2 of 6, High Priest’s Garment Series

The Linen Garments: Part 1 of 6 – High Priest’s Garments Series

Leviticus 16:3-5 3 “Thus Aaron shall come into the Holy Place: with the blood of a young bull as a sin offering, and of a ram as a burnt offering. 4 He shall put the holy LINEN tunic and the LINEN trousers on his body; he shall be girded with a LINEN sash, and with … Continue reading The Linen Garments: Part 1 of 6 – High Priest’s Garments Series

Esther Series Part 6: Evil Day Turned Into Victory!

Esther 3:12-14 “12 Then the king’s scribes were called on the thirteenth day of the first month, and a decree was written according to all that Haman commanded—to the king’s satraps, to the governors who were over each province, to the officials of all people, to every province according to its script, and to every … Continue reading Esther Series Part 6: Evil Day Turned Into Victory!

Esther Series Part 5: The 13th Of Adar

Esther 4:14 {Mordecai to Esther} “14 For if you remain completely silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. Yet who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” – (Queen Esther ponders Mordecai’s news.) … Continue reading Esther Series Part 5: The 13th Of Adar

Esther Series Part 4: Esther Becomes Queen

Esther 2:1-4 "After these things, when the wrath of King Ahasuerus subsided, he remembered Vashti, what she had done, and what had been decreed against her. Then the king's servants who attended him said: “Let beautiful young virgins be sought for the king; and let the king appoint officers in all the provinces of his … Continue reading Esther Series Part 4: Esther Becomes Queen

Esther Series Part 3: Queen Vashti

Esther 1:9-4 "Queen Vashti also made a feast for the women in the royal palace which belonged to King Ahasuerus. On the seventh day, when the heart of the king was merry with wine, he commanded Mehuman, Biztha, Harbona, Bigtha, Abagtha, Zethar, and Carcas, seven eunuchs who served in the presence of King Ahasuerus, to … Continue reading Esther Series Part 3: Queen Vashti

Esther Series Part 2: The Festival Of Wine

Esther 9:19 “Therefore the Jews … made the fourteenth day of the month Adar a day of gladness and feasting, a good day, and of sending portions one to another.”  (Esther 9:19) - - Purim. Purim is one of the happiest holidays observed by Jewish people all over the world. It is a celebration of … Continue reading Esther Series Part 2: The Festival Of Wine

Esther Series Part 1-Background

Ephesians 6:13 "Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand." - - Long before the Jewish people were ever taken captive by King Nebuchadnezzar, before there existed terrible danger to God's people, He was orchestrating events to preserve … Continue reading Esther Series Part 1-Background

Jacob And His Wives: Patriarch Series Part 3

Genesis 28:1-5 “Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him, and said to him, You shall not take a wife of the daughters of Canaan. Arise, go to Padan-aram, to the house of Bethuel your mother’s father; and take you a wife from there of the daughers of Laban your mother’s brother. And God Almighty bless you, … Continue reading Jacob And His Wives: Patriarch Series Part 3

The Story Of Ruth Part 11 of 11:  Pictures Of The End Times

Ruth 4:13 “So Boaz took Ruth and she became his wife; and when he went in to her, the Lord gave her conception, and she bore a son.” - - How the LORD has turned circumstances around completely for Ruth and Naomi!  Boaz married Ruth, God gave her conception, and she bore a son to him.  In … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth Part 11 of 11:  Pictures Of The End Times

Boaz Marries Ruth: The Story of Ruth Part 10 of 11.

Ruth 4: "Therefore the close relative said to Boaz, “Buy it for yourself.” So he took off his sandal. And Boaz said to the elders and all the people, “You are witnesses this day that I have bought all that was Elimelech's, and all that was Chilion's and Mahlon's, from the hand of Naomi. Moreover, Ruth the Moabitess, the … Continue reading Boaz Marries Ruth: The Story of Ruth Part 10 of 11.

Story Of Ruth Part 8 of 11: The Threshing Floor

Ruth 3:1-4 "Then Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, “My daughter, shall I not seek security for you, that it may be well with you? 2 Now Boaz, whose young women you were with, is he not our relative? In fact, he is winnowing barley tonight at the threshing floor. 3 Therefore wash yourself and … Continue reading Story Of Ruth Part 8 of 11: The Threshing Floor

The Story Of Ruth Part 7 of 11: The Kinsman Redeemer

Ruth 2:14 "Now Boaz said to her at mealtime, “Come here, and eat of the bread, and dip your piece of bread in the vinegar.” So she sat beside the reapers, and he passed parched grain to her; and she ate and was satisfied, and kept some back." - - This verse demonstrates that Boaz … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth Part 7 of 11: The Kinsman Redeemer

The Story Of Ruth Part 6 of 11: The Law Concerning Gleaning

Leviticus 23:22. "22 ‘When you reap the harvest of your land, you shall not wholly reap the corners of your field when you reap, nor shall you gather any gleaning from your harvest. You shall leave them for the poor and for the stranger: I am the Lord your God.’” - - Ruth had heard … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth Part 6 of 11: The Law Concerning Gleaning

The Story Of Ruth, Part 5 of 11: The House Of Bread

Ruth 1:19-22 19 Now the two of them went until they came to Bethlehem. And it happened, when they had come to Bethlehem, that all the city was excited because of them; and the women said, “Is this Naomi?” 20 But she said to them, “Do not call me Naomi; call me Mara, for the … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth, Part 5 of 11: The House Of Bread

The Story Of Ruth Part 4 of 11: Naomi Returns Home.

Ruth 1:6-7 "6 Then she arose with her daughters in law, that she might return from the country of Moab: for she had HEARD in the country of Moab how that the Lord had visited his people in giving them bread. 7 Wherefore she went forth out of the place where she was, and her two … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth Part 4 of 11: Naomi Returns Home.

The Story Of Ruth Part 3 of 11: Moab, The Land Of The Enemy

Ruth 1:1-2 "Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Bethlehemjudah went to sojourn in the country of Moab, he, and his wife, and his two sons. 2 And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth Part 3 of 11: Moab, The Land Of The Enemy

The Story Of Ruth Part 2 of 11: The Time Of The Judges

The Backdrop. Judges 21:24-25 "And the children of Israel departed thence at that time, every man to his tribe and to his family, and they went out from thence every man to his inheritance. In those days there was no king in Israel: every man did that which was right in his own eyes.” - … Continue reading The Story Of Ruth Part 2 of 11: The Time Of The Judges

Tish B’Av [תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב] 😓

Numbers 13:31-33 "But the men who had gone up with him (Caleb) said, “We are not able to go up against the people, for they are stronger than we.” And they gave the children of Israel a bad report of the land which they had spied out, saying, “The land through which we have gone … Continue reading Tish B’Av [תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב] 😓

Bible Numbers Part 4: Hazardous Addition And Subtraction! 👇🏻

Adding and subtracting Revelation 1:3; “3 Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it; for the time is near.” – – This verse at the beginning of the book of Revelation is a promise of blessing to those who read … Continue reading Bible Numbers Part 4: Hazardous Addition And Subtraction! 👇🏻

Bible Numbers Part 3: God’s Math Is Not Like Ours.

1 Kings 6:1 Solomon Builds the Temple. 1 "And it came to pass in the FOUR HUNDRED AND EIGHTIETH YEAR after the children of Israel had come out of the land of Egypt, in the FOURTH year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv, which is the second month, that he began … Continue reading Bible Numbers Part 3: God’s Math Is Not Like Ours.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 44: Corvus, The Raven.

Revelation 19:17-18 “Then I (John) saw an angel standing in the sun; and he cried with a loud voice, saying to all the birds that fly in the midst of heaven, “Come and gather together for the supper of the great God, that you may eat the flesh of kings, the flesh of captains, the flesh … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 44: Corvus, The Raven.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 43: Crater, The Cup.

Revelation 14:9-11 “Then a third angel followed them, saying with a loud voice, “If anyone worships the beast and his image, and receives his mark on his forehead or on his hand, he himself shall also drink of the WINE of the WRATH Of GOD, which is poured out full strength into the CUP of His … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 43: Crater, The Cup.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 42: Hydra, The Serpent.

Revelation 12:7-9 “…war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought with the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought, but they did not prevail, nor was a place found for them in heaven any longer. So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 42: Hydra, The Serpent.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 41: Leo, The Lion.

Revelation 5:1-5 “And I saw in the right hand of Him who sat on the throne a scroll written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals. Then I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, “Who is worthy to open the scroll and to loose its seals?” And no one in … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 41: Leo, The Lion.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 40: Argo, The Ship.

Isaiah 51:11 “So the ransomed of the Lord shall return,And come to Zion with singing,With everlasting joy on their heads.They shall obtain joy and gladness;Sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” - Argo is the third and final decan belonging to Cancer, The Crab.  It is a picture of a huge ship sailing across the night … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 40: Argo, The Ship.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 39: Ursa Major, The Greater Sheepfold.

John 3:14-17 “…as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. For God so loved the that He gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 39: Ursa Major, The Greater Sheepfold.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 38: Ursa Minor, The Lesser Sheepfold.

Jeremiah 16:14-15 “Therefore behold, the days are coming,” says the Lord, “that it shall no more be said, ‘The Lord lives who brought up the children of Israel from the land of Egypt,’ but, ‘The Lord lives who brought up the children of Israel from the land of the north and from all the lands … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 38: Ursa Minor, The Lesser Sheepfold.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 37: The North Star.

Genesis 15:4-64 “Then the word of the Lord came to him: “This man [Ishmael] will not be your heir, but a son who is your own flesh and blood will be your heir.” 5 He [Jesus] took him [Abram] outside and said, “Look up at the sky and… count the stars—if indeed you can count them.” Then he said … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 37: The North Star.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 36: Cancer, The Crab.

Genesis 22:15-18 “Then the Angel of the Lord called to Abraham a second time out of heaven, and said: “By Myself I have sworn, says the Lord, because you have done this thing, and have not withheld your son, your only son— blessing I will bless you, and multiplying I will multiply your descendants as … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 36: Cancer, The Crab.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 35: Canis Minor, The Lesser Dog.

Psalm 103:2-6 “Bless the Lord, O my soul,And forget not all His benefits:Who forgives all your iniquities,Who heals all your diseases,Who redeems your life from destruction,Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies,Who satisfies your mouth with good things,So that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.The Lord executes righteousnessAnd justice for all who are oppressed.” Canis Minor is the … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 35: Canis Minor, The Lesser Dog.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 34: Canis Major, The Greater Dog/Prince.

Philippians 2:5-11 “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 34: Canis Major, The Greater Dog/Prince.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 33: Lepus, The Hare.

Acts 2:32-35 “This Jesus God has raised up, of which we are all witnesses. Therefore being exalted to the right hand of God, and having received from the Father the promise of the Holy Spirit, He poured out this which you now see and hear. “For David did not ascend into the heavens, but he … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 33: Lepus, The Hare.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 32: Gemini, The Twins.

1 John 3:1-3 “Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God! Therefore the world does not know us, because it did not know Him. Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 32: Gemini, The Twins.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 31: Auriga, The Shepherd.

Isaiah   40:10-11 “Behold, the Lord God shall come with a strong hand, And His arm shall rule for Him; Behold, His reward is with Him, And His work before Him. He will feed His flock like a shepherd;                                 … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 31: Auriga, The Shepherd.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 30: Eridanus, The River.

Revelation 22:1-5 “And he showed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding from the throne of God and of the Lamb.  In the middle of its street, and on either side of the river, was the tree of life, which bore twelve fruits, each tree yielding its fruit every month. … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 30: Eridanus, The River.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 29: Orion, The Mighty Hunter.

Jeremiah 16:16-17 “Behold, I will send for many fishermen,” says the Lord, “and they shall fish them; and afterward I will send for many hunters, and they shall hunt them from every mountain and every hill, and out of the holes of the rocks.  For My eyes are on all their ways; they are not … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 29: Orion, The Mighty Hunter.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 28: Taurus, The Bull.

Deuteronomy 33:16-17 “With the precious things of the earth and its fullness, And the favor of Him who dwelt in the bush. Let the blessing come ‘on the head of Joseph, And on the crown of the head of him who was separate from his brothers.’               His glory is … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 28: Taurus, The Bull.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 27: Perseus, The Breaker.

Micah 2:12-13 “I will surely assemble all of you, O Jacob, I will surely gather the remnant of Israel; I will put them together like sheep of the fold, Like a flock in the midst of their pasture; They shall make a loud noise because of so many people. The one who breaks open will … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 27: Perseus, The Breaker.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 26: Cetus, The Sea Monster.

Isaiah 27:1 “In that day the Lord with His severe sword, great and strong, Will punish Leviathan the fleeing serpent, Leviathan that twisted serpent; And He will slay the reptile that is in the sea.” - - Next up in our celestial story is the constellation Cetus, the sea monster, one of the largest constellations … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 26: Cetus, The Sea Monster.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 25: Cassiopeia, The Woman Enthroned.

Ezekiel 36:23-28 “…I will sanctify My great name, which has been profaned among the nations, which you have profaned in their midst; and the nations shall know that I am the Lord,” says the Lord God, “when I am hallowed in you before their eyes. “For I will take you from among the nations, gather … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 25: Cassiopeia, The Woman Enthroned.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 24: Aries, The Ram

Revelation 5:8-10 “Now when He (The Lamb) had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb, each having a harp, and golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints. And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll, … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 24: Aries, The Ram

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 23: Cepheus, The King.

Romans 11:25-29 “For I do not desire, brethren, that you should be ignorant of this mystery, lest you should be wise in your own opinion, that blindness in part has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. And so all Israel will be saved, as it is written: “The Deliverer … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 23: Cepheus, The King.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 22: Andromeda, The Woman In Chains.

Isaiah 54:6-8 “For the Lord has called you Like a woman forsaken and grieved in spirit, Like a youthful wife when you were refused,” Says your God. “For a mere moment I have forsaken you, But with great mercies I will gather you. With a little wrath I hid My face from you for a … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 22: Andromeda, The Woman In Chains.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 20: Pisces, The Fishes.

Matthew 4:19 Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” They immediately left their nets and followed Him. Mark 1:17-18 Then Jesus said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” They immediately left their nets and followed Him. - - The next … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 20: Pisces, The Fishes.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 19: Cygnus, The Swan.

John 14:1-3 “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 19: Cygnus, The Swan.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 18: Pegasus, The Winged Horse.

Revelation 19:11 “Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and makes war.” - - Here again we see in Pegasus yet another creature that has never existed in nature.  Like others in this heavenly story, it … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 18: Pegasus, The Winged Horse.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 17: Piscis Australis, The Southern Fish.

John 6:54-46 “Whoever eats My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day. For My flesh is food indeed, and My blood is drink indeed. He who eats My flesh and drinks My blood abides in Me, and I in him. As the living Father … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 17: Piscis Australis, The Southern Fish.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 16: Aquarius, The Water Pourer.

Isaiah 44:3-4 “For I will pour water on him who is thirsty, And floods on the dry ground; I will pour My Spirit on your descendants, And My blessing on your offspring; They will spring up among the grass Like willows by the watercourses.” - Church, meet “Aquarius, the Water Pourer.”  This major constellation opens Scene … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 16: Aquarius, The Water Pourer.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 15: Delphinus, The Dolphin.

1 Corinthians 15:20-22 “But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since by man came death, by Man also came the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive.” - - After … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 15: Delphinus, The Dolphin.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 14: Aquila, The Eagle Falling.

Psalm 91:4 “He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler.” – – God SO LOVED the world; the WHOLE world, that He sent His beloved Son to do for us what we could not do for ourselves.  In this minor … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 14: Aquila, The Eagle Falling.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 13: Sagitta, The Arrow.

Psalm 38:1-3. “O Lord, do not rebuke me in Your wrath, Nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure! For Your arrows pierce me deeply, And Your hand presses me down. There is no soundness in my flesh Because of Your anger, Nor any health in my bones Because of my sin. – – The Arrow, “Sagitta,” … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 13: Sagitta, The Arrow.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 12: Capricorn, The Goat Fish.

Leviticus.  9:3a, & 15 “3a And to the children of Israel you shall speak, saying, ‘Take a kid of the goats as a sin offering…”  “15 Then he brought the people’s offering, and took the goat, which was the sin offering for the people, and killed it and offered it for sin, like the first one.” … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 12: Capricorn, The Goat Fish.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 11: Corona Borealis, The Northern Crown.

Hebrews 2:9. “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honor.” – Immediately after Jesus triumphed over death and paid for every sin, God exalted Him high above everyone and everything, crowning Him with many crowns!  Paul says of Him in … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 11: Corona Borealis, The Northern Crown.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 10: The Lyre, The Altar, And The Dragon.

Revelation 5:8-10 8 Now when He had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb, each having a harp (Lyre), and golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints.  9 And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll, And to … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 10: The Lyre, The Altar, And The Dragon.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 9: Sagittarius, The Great Archer.

Psalm 45: 3-5 “Gird Your sword upon Your thigh, O Mighty One, With Your glory and Your majesty. And in Your majesty ride prosperously because of truth, humility, and righteousness;  And Your right hand shall teach You awesome things. YOUR ARROWS ARE SHARP IN THE HEART OF THE KING’S ENEMIES; The peoples fall under You.” … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 9: Sagittarius, The Great Archer.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 8: The Star Of Bethlehem.

Matthew 2:1-2 2 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.” … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 8: The Star Of Bethlehem.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 7: Hercules, A Very Familiar Story.

1 Peter 2:6-8 “Behold, I lay in Zion A chief cornerstone, elect, precious, And he who believes on Him will by no means be put to shame.” Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious; but to those who are disobedient, “The stone which the builders rejected Has become the chief cornerstone,” and “A stone of … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 7: Hercules, A Very Familiar Story.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 6: Scorpio And The Great War Against Evil.

Psalm 17:6-9 “6 I have called upon You, for You will hear me, O God; Incline Your ear to me, and hear my speech. 7 Show Your marvelous lovingkindness by Your right hand, O You who save those who trust in You From those who rise up against them. 8 Keep me as the apple … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 6: Scorpio And The Great War Against Evil.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 5: The Southern Cross.

John 3:14-15 “And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up: that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – – Up to now in this series, we have talked about how “The heavens declare the glory of God.”  The … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 5: The Southern Cross.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 4: Jesus, The Offerer And Offering Of Centaurus And Libra

John 10:17-18 “Therefore My Father loves Me, because I lay down My life that I may take it again. No one takes it from Me, but I lay it down of Myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This command I have received from My Father.” … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 4: Jesus, The Offerer And Offering Of Centaurus And Libra

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 3: The Sign At The Border.

Isaiah 19:19-20 19 “In that day shall there be an altar to the LORD in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pillar at the border thereof to the LORD.  20 And it shall be for a sign and for a witness unto the LORD of hosts in the land of Egypt: for … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 3: The Sign At The Border.

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 2: The Tower Of Babel

Genesis 11:1-4 1 “Now the whole world had one language and a common speech. 2 As people moved eastward, they found a plain in Shinar and settled there. 3 They said to each other, “Come, let’s make bricks and bake them thoroughly.” They used brick instead of stone, and tar for mortar. 4 Then they … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 2: The Tower Of Babel

The REAL Story In The Stars Part 1: The Heavens Declare The Glory Of God.

Psalm 19 “19 The heavens declare the glory of God; And the firmament shows His handiwork. 2 Day unto day utters speech, And night unto night reveals knowledge. 3 There is no speech nor language Where their voice is not heard. 4 Their line has gone out through all the earth, And their words to the … Continue reading The REAL Story In The Stars Part 1: The Heavens Declare The Glory Of God.

Samson And The Oil Press: Pictures Of Gethsemane

Matthew 26:36-39 Then Jesus came with them to a place called Gethsemane, and said to the disciples, “Sit here while I go and pray over there.”  And He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and He began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed. Then He said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, … Continue reading Samson And The Oil Press: Pictures Of Gethsemane

Samson, The Philistines, And The Wells Of Refreshing.

Genesis 26:15-18 “Now THE PHILISTINES HAD STOPPED UP ALL THE WELLS which his {Isaac’s} father’s servants had dug in the days of Abraham his father, and they had filled them with earth. 16 And Abimelech said to Isaac, “Go away from us, for you are much mightier than we.” 17 Then Isaac departed from there and pitched his tent … Continue reading Samson, The Philistines, And The Wells Of Refreshing.

God’s Perfect Governing Plan: Praise! הללויה

Psalm 150 Praise God in His sanctuary; Praise Him in His mighty firmament! Praise Him for His mighty acts; 2 Praise Him according to His excellent greatness! Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet; 3 Praise Him with the lute and harp! Praise Him with the timbrel and dance; 4 Praise Him with stringed … Continue reading God’s Perfect Governing Plan: Praise! הללויה

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 9 Of 9.

Luke 15:11-16 “…..A certain man had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ So he divided to them his livelihood. 13 And not many days after, the younger son gathered all together, journeyed to a far country, and there wasted his … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 9 Of 9.

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 8 of 9.

Ezekiel 37:15-20 15 Again the word of the Lord came to me, saying, 16 “As for you, son of man, take a stick for yourself and write on it: ‘For Judah and for the children of Israel, his companions.’ Then take another stick and write on it, ‘For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim, and for all the … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 8 of 9.

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 7 Of 9

Ephraim and Judah in the 21st century. Ezekiel 37:1-3  Valley of dry bones. “The hand of the LORD came upon me and brought me out in the Spirit of the LORD, and set me down in the midst of the valley; and it was full of bones.Then He caused me to pass by them all around, and … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 7 Of 9

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 6 Of 9.

“For I will take you from among the nations, gather you out of all countries, and bring you into your own land. Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and YOU SHALL BE CLEAN; I will cleanse you from all your filthiness and from all your idols. I will give you a new heart and … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 6 Of 9.

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 5 of 9

Part 5:  Ancient Hatred. Ezekiel 35  “1 Moreover the word of the Lord came to me, saying, 2 “Son of man, set your face against Mount Seír and prophesy against it, 3 and say to it, ‘Thus says the Lord God: “Behold, O Mount Seir, I am against you; I will stretch out My hand against you, … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 5 of 9

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 4 Of 9

Part 4:  Prophetic of the 21st Century. What becomes of Ephraim and Manasseh in the end times?  Let’s turn to the book of Ezekiel and look at chapters 34-38 to find out. – (The Jewish people return to the newly formed state of Israel.)   – God Will Seek Out His People. Ezekiel 34:11-15 11 “For thus … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 4 Of 9

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 3 of 9

Part 3:  The Blessing of Abraham. Genesis 12:1-3 Now the Lord had said to Abram: “Get out of your country, From your family And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. I will make you a great nation; I WILL BLESS YOU AND MAKE YOUR NAME GREAT; And you shall … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 3 of 9

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 2 of 9

Part 2:  Ephraim And Manasseh. Genesis 48:8-16 Then Israel saw Joseph’s sons, and said, “Who are these?” And Joseph said to his father, “They are my sons, whom God has given me in this place. ” And he said, “Please bring them to me, and I will bless them.” Now the eyes of Israel (notice the … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 2 of 9

Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 1 of 9

Genesis 48:1-7 “Now it came to pass after these things that Joseph was told, “Indeed your father is sick”; and he took with him his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. And Jacob was told, “Look, your son Joseph is coming to you”; and Israel strengthened himself and sat up on the bed.” “Then Jacob said to … Continue reading Ephraim And The House Of Judah: Part 1 of 9

Joseph Wept: The Story Of Joseph Part 5

Genesis 50:15-21 15 When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father was dead, they said, “Perhaps Joseph will hate us, and may actually repay us for all the evil which we did to him.”  So they sent messengers to Joseph saying, ‘Before your father died he commanded, saying, ‘Thus you shall say to Joseph:  I beg you, please,  … Continue reading Joseph Wept: The Story Of Joseph Part 5

Is Genesis 38 In The Wrong Place?: Story Of Joseph Part 2.

Genesis 38 1 “It came to pass at that time that Judah departed from his brothers, and visited a certain Adullamite whose name was Hirah…..” – – So begins a chapter in the Bible that has puzzled scholars for centuries:  Genesis 38. What is it that so confused them? We’re about to find out! – … Continue reading Is Genesis 38 In The Wrong Place?: Story Of Joseph Part 2.

Coat Of Many Colors: Story Of Joseph Part 1

Genesis 37:3-4 “3 Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because he was the son of his old age. Also he made him a tunic of many colors. 4 But when his brothers saw that their father loved him more than all his brothers, they hated him and could not speak peaceably to him.” – … Continue reading Coat Of Many Colors: Story Of Joseph Part 1

It’s All About The Son!: [בר]

In The Beginning Genesis 1:1 1 In the beginning {[bə·rê·šîṯ:  [בראשית]} God created the heavens and the earth.” – – From beginning to end, God is all about bringing GLORY AND HONOR TO HIS SON!  This is so clearly seen right here, in the very first word of the Hebrew Bible: –  “{bə·rê·šîṯ:  [בראשית]} In … Continue reading It’s All About The Son!: [בר]

Speak (Davar [דָבָר]) God’s Word!

Mark 11:23 “For assuredly, I say to you, whoever SAYS to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he SAYS will be done, he will have whatever he SAYS.” – – The Bible demonstrates to us time and again that words have power.  Romans 10:8 declares, … Continue reading Speak (Davar [דָבָר]) God’s Word!

The Name Of God: YHVH [יהוה]

Genesis 15:4-6  “And, behold, the word of the Lord came unto him, saying, This shall not be thine heir; but he that shall come forth out of thine own bowels shall be thine heir.  And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: … Continue reading The Name Of God: YHVH [יהוה]

Bless (ברך) And Blessing (ברכה).

Genesis 12:2 “2 I will make you {Abram} a great nation; I will bless you And make your name great; And you shall be a blessing.” – (Jesus blesses Abram.) – God made a big, sweeping statement to Abram in the opening verse.  According to Galatians 3:8, He had just preached to him the gospel … Continue reading Bless (ברך) And Blessing (ברכה).

Divisions Of The New Testament.

2 Timothy 3:16-17. “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction inrighteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” – – Why was the Bible given to us? According to the verse above, it was given, ultimately, … Continue reading Divisions Of The New Testament.

Four-Times Covered: Tabernacle Series Part 9

Exodus 26:1  ““Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine woven linen and blue, purple, and scarlet thread; with artistic designs of cherubim you shall weave them.” – – As you have seen in this series, for those who have been following along, every facet of the Tabernacle of Moses teaches us wonderful things about Jesus! The Holy Spirit … Continue reading Four-Times Covered: Tabernacle Series Part 9

God’s Protection Plan: Tabernacle Series Part 8

The Glory Of The Lord Is Your Rear Guard Revelation 6:1-2 “6 Now I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals; and I heard one of the four living creatures saying with a voice like thunder, “Come and see.” 2 And I looked, and behold, a white horse. He who sat on it had … Continue reading God’s Protection Plan: Tabernacle Series Part 8

The Colors Of The Tabernacle: Tabernacle Series Part 7

Exodus 26:1 “Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine woven linen and blue, purple and scarlet thread; with artistic designs of cherubim you shall weave them.” Exodus 26:31 “You shall make a veil woven of blue, purple, and scarlet thread, and fine woven linen. It shall be woven with an artistic design of cherubim.” – – As promised, in part 5 we’re … Continue reading The Colors Of The Tabernacle: Tabernacle Series Part 7

The Mercy Seat: Tabernacle Series Part 6

Leviticus 16:14 “He (Aaron) shall take some of the blood of the bull and sprinkle it with his finger on the mercy seat on the east side; and before the mercy seat he shall sprinkle some of the blood with his finger seven times.” – – Once a year on the Day Of Atonement, Yom Kippur, the … Continue reading The Mercy Seat: Tabernacle Series Part 6

Why Do We Have Four Gospels? Tabernacle Series Part 5

Revelation 4:6-7 6 “Before the throne there was a sea of glass, like crystal. And in the midst of the throne, and around the throne, were FOUR LIVING  CREATURES full of eyes in front and in back. 7 The first living creature was like a LION, the second living creature like a CALF, the third living creature had a face like a MAN, and … Continue reading Why Do We Have Four Gospels? Tabernacle Series Part 5

The Way, The Truth, And The Life: Tabernacle Series Part 4

Exodus 25:1-9 “Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: ‘Speak to the children of Israel, that they bring Me an offering. From everyone who gives it willingly with his heart you shall take My offering. And this is the offering which you shall take from them: gold, silver, and bronze; blue, purple, and scarlet thread, fine linen, and goats’ hair; ram … Continue reading The Way, The Truth, And The Life: Tabernacle Series Part 4

The Lampstand: Tabernacle Series Part 3

Exodus 25:31-36 31 “Make a lampstand of pure gold. Hammer out its base and shaft, and make its flowerlike cups, buds and blossoms of one piece with them. 32 Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. 33 Three cups shaped like almond flowers with buds and … Continue reading The Lampstand: Tabernacle Series Part 3

The Golden Boards: Tabernacle Series Part 2

2 Corinthians 3:18 “18 But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit.” – – What in the world does this verse have to do with the the golden boards … Continue reading The Golden Boards: Tabernacle Series Part 2

The Bronze Altar: Tabernacle Series Part 1.

Psalm 26:6-7 “I will wash mine hands in innocency: so will I compass thine altar, O Lord: That I may publish with the voice of thanksgiving, and tell of all thy wondrous works.” – (The Bronze Altar.) – In these two short verses, David is talking about the Bronze Altar.  God gave him such a … Continue reading The Bronze Altar: Tabernacle Series Part 1.

A Fig Tree In My Vineyard!: Tree Series Part 7

Leaves But No Fruit Luke 13:6-9 6″He {Jesus} also spoke this parable: “A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. 7 Then he said to the keeper of his vineyard, ‘Look, for three years I have come seeking fruit on this fig … Continue reading A Fig Tree In My Vineyard!: Tree Series Part 7

Why Did Jesus Curse The Fig Tree?: Tree Series Part 6

Mark 11:12-14 12″Now the next day, when they had come out from Bethany, He {Jesus} was hungry. 13 And seeing from afar a fig tree HAVING LEAVES, He went to see if perhaps He would find something on it. When He came to it, He found nothing but leaves, for IT WAS NOT THE SEASON … Continue reading Why Did Jesus Curse The Fig Tree?: Tree Series Part 6

As Excellent As The Cedars Of Lebanon: Tree Series Part 4

Song Of Solomon 5 15″His legs are pillars of marble Set on bases of fine gold. His countenance is like Lebanon, Excellent as the cedars. His mouth is most sweet, 16 Yes, he is altogether lovely. This is my beloved, And this is my friend, O daughters of Jerusalem!” – – Incredible as it may … Continue reading As Excellent As The Cedars Of Lebanon: Tree Series Part 4

You Shall Flourish Like The Palm Tree: Tree Series Part 3

Psalm 92:12-14 12 The righteous shall flourish like a palm tree, He shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. 13 Those who are planted in the house of the LORD Shall flourish in the courts of our God. 14 They shall still bear fruit in old age; They shall be fresh and flourishing,” – – … Continue reading You Shall Flourish Like The Palm Tree: Tree Series Part 3

Transfiguration!

Mark 9:2-8 2″Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John, and led them up on a high mountain apart by themselves; and He was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became shining, exceedingly white, like snow, such as no launderer on earth can whiten them. 4 And Elijah appeared to them with Moses, and they were talking with Jesus. 5 Then Peter answered … Continue reading Transfiguration!

Rain Falls On The Just And The Unjust: Flood Series Part 8.

Matthew 5:43-48 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’  But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, DO GOOD TO THOSE WHO HATE YOU, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you,  that you may be sons of … Continue reading Rain Falls On The Just And The Unjust: Flood Series Part 8.

As It Was In The Days Of Noah: Flood Series Part 7.

Jude verses 5-7 “5 But I want to remind you, though you once knew this, that the Lord, having saved the people out of the land of Egypt, afterward destroyed those who did not believe. 6 And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own abode, He has reserved in EVERLASTING … Continue reading As It Was In The Days Of Noah: Flood Series Part 7.

A Message In The Begets Of Genesis 5: Flood Series Part 6

Genesis 5:1-3 “1 This is the book of the genealogy of Adam. In the day that God created man, He made him in the likeness of God.  2 He created them male and female, and blessed them and called them Mankind in the day they were created. 3 And Adam lived one hundred and thirty … Continue reading A Message In The Begets Of Genesis 5: Flood Series Part 6

The Covenant Of The Rainbow: Flood Series Part 5.

Genesis 9:12-16 “12 And God said, “This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: 13 I HAVE SET MY BOW IN THE CLOUDS, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth. 14 Whenever … Continue reading The Covenant Of The Rainbow: Flood Series Part 5.

The Curse Is Reversed!: Flood Series Part 3

Genesis 8:1-5 1 “Then God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the animals that were with him in the ark. And God made a wind to pass over the earth, and the waters subsided. 2 The fountains of the deep and the windows of heaven were also stopped, and the rain from heaven … Continue reading The Curse Is Reversed!: Flood Series Part 3

Come Into The Ark: Flood Series Part 2

Genesis 7:1  “Then the LORD said to Noah, “Come into the ark, you and all your household, because I have seen that you are righteous before Me in this generation.'” Genesis 8:16  “Go out of the ark, you and your wife, and your sons and your sons’ wives with you.” – – In Part 1 we saw what was happening in … Continue reading Come Into The Ark: Flood Series Part 2

Noah’s Ark: Flood Series Part 1.

Genesis 6:13-14 And God said to Noah, “The end of all flesh has come before Me, for the earth is filled with violence through them; and behold, I will destroy them with the earth.  Make yourself an ark of gopherwood; make rooms in the ark, and cover it inside and outside with pitch.” –  – … Continue reading Noah’s Ark: Flood Series Part 1.