THE BIBLE: COVER TO COVER Podcast

Shalom, Shalom, and welcome dear reader/listener. Today we will examine a parable and a story that should be very familiar to most of you. This one parable and short narrative are juxtaposed to one another (meaning, in close proximity to one another), and are done so with profound theological intent by the author. They answer the question asked by a lawyer to Yeshua: "Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?"   https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/

Shalom, shalom, and welcome to this article/episode. I examine a particular statement Yeshua made to His original audience in the Gospel of John, "I AM the Door." A statement rich in theological significance, that really unites two biblical narratives, that is, the first פֶּסַח peh'-sakh Pesach, in English we call it, Passover found in Exodus 12 (a tradition still practiced today by Jewish and Gentile believers in Yahweh all around the world), and the Passion narrative (The sacrificial death and resurrection of our LORD and Savior, Yeshua HaMashiach, recorded in the four Gospels). The two narratives (the first Passover, and the sacrificial death of Yeshua on the cross), unite the whole biblical narrative into one unfolding story and reach their climax when He rose from the dead on the third day. But between the first Passover and Yeshua's death, a lot was going on, and John 10 is no exception. https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/

One of the most sobering rebukes from Yeshua comes from Revelation 2:4-5, addressed to the church in Ephesus, "But I have this against you, that you have left your first love." I want to center this article/episode around this phrase and provide more insights into what Yeshua could have really meant by this statement. This study goes well with the article/episode I recently published: TESTED BY FIRE: DESTROYED OR PURIFIED; on the podcast, it is Episode #33. But before we can focus on what Yeshua might have meant with this statement, I want to examine closely what He spoke to them leading up to it. He had a lot to say about what they did right. However, this is often overlooked, and the rebuke is focused on, which can lead to a misrepresentation of the proper understanding of the rebuke.

TESTED BY FIRE: DESTROYED OR PURIFIED. These are words that are certainly not very comforting. Coming in contact with fire results in immediate pain, suffering, and the burning away of something, especially if it is something that opposes its nature. The Bible calls the LORD God “a consuming fire” (Deuteronomy 4:24; Hebrews 12:29). TESTED BY FIRE can express “trials and tribulations,” or “Judgement Day.” DESTROYED or PURIFIED expresses that there are things fire utterly destroys (like a dry leaf) or purifies (like silver and gold); therefore the implication of the biblical text, that God is “a consuming fire” is that His nature (like fire) consumes everything that is opposing to it.

Shalom, and welcome to part 6 of this series of NAMES OF THE BIBLE. Thus far we have covered a few names: God's personal name,YHWH, ADAM & EVE, NOAH, AVRAHAM, ISAAC and now we will do a study on the name (shem/character), of JACOB, and his role in the narrative. Jacob is an intriguing character in the biblical narrative who experienced a significant amount of hardship throughout his lifetime. And maybe it was because Jacob learned the hard way. There is certainly so much we can learn and glean from studying his character and his role in the narrative.

Shalom, dear reader/listener. I want to continue the theme on, THE HEART OF GOD. I believe it is essential to the faith, to pursue and to know the heart of God. The previous article/episode #30 was an overview (or introduction) of this theme, THE HEART OF GOD. In this article, I want to focus on what are known as "The Ten Commandments." The Ten Commandments are not just a list of dos and don'ts. They reveal the condition of the human heart (a heart that desperately needs help, mind you), and atthe same time reveal THE HEART of the LORD GOD; His nature and character, and how we (humans) are to interact with Him (for He is a holy God). Not only how we interact with Him, but also how we treat our fellow man. https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/  

HAPPY NEW YEAR. May the love of the LORD and His peace be upon you and your family.  In a world where love seems to be growing colder and colder, let us remember. Remembering our Creator. Remembering His words, handed down to us through the ages, by the faithful men of old. Remembering the ultimate sacrifice of our LORD and Savior, and the sacrifices of the saints. https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/

In Hebrew the name of Isaac sounds quite different then in the English: יִצְחָק yits-khawk'. The name means, "he laughs." Yitschaq (Isaac) comes from a root word (צָחַק tsaw-khak'), meaning, "to laugh." You might wonder, "Why did Yahweh Elohim chose this name for the son of promise?" It is a great question, because Isaac's story and name are a huge part of the narrative. It is a question we will explore here in this article/episode. Telegram channel THE_BIBLE_COVER_TO_COVER To my blog page

This episode is from Act 14, and it goes off of the previous episode #27. Again it is about faith (faith in Yeshua), the power of the Gospel message (forgiveness and healing), and what true community looks like. Here I parallel what happened in Mark 2 with what happened in Acts 14   Follow me on my Telegram Channel: https://t.me/THE_BIBLE_COVER_TO_COVER My Blog page: https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/ 

This episode is out of Mark 2: 1-13. Where faith is seen, Jesus demonstrates who he really is, His name is glorify, and what true community really looks like.   Link to my website: https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/

Psalm 23 is a very familiar poem, but few understand it in light of its Near Eastern context. I want to provide a more insightful and richer appreciation by exploring what David (דוד daw-veed’, meaning “beloved”) had in mind when he wrote this Psalm. David was a shepherd for his father’s sheep, who had a great understanding and an intimate connection to what it takes to be a good shepherd. So it’s no surprise he would use such imagery to express his relationship with the ultimate Shepherd, the LORD (Yahweh). LINK TO FULL ARTICLE: YOUR ROD AND YOUR STAFF THEY COMFORT ME MY BLOG WEBSITE: https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/

So, who was Avraham? I'm sure most of you have heard of him, even if you've never read Genesis. He is the father of the Jewish people. And why was he chosen by Yahweh Elohim, and for what purpose? Did Avraham do something to earn Elohim's favor? These are questions I hope to answer as we explore Avraham's character and life. Avraham's birth name was Avram. The name change that eventually happened in the narrative, is of great significance (which I will cover later). In Hebrew his name was אַבְרָם av-rawm', note the pronunciation, "Avram" (the "bet" here in this name is pronounced with a "v" sound in Hebrew). It is a compound word; "Ab", means father, and "Ram" means exalted; "exalted father." Link to full article: NAMES IN THE BIBLE PART 4; ABRAHAM

What a tremendous gift God has given us, in regards to the marriage covenant, so we humans can flourish on this earth. Marriage (that is the biblical ideal for marriage), was instituted by God (Yahweh Elohim), and is one of the main pillars that hold up human civilization, and therefore is critical for human flourishing. Anytime something that God has instituted and is in any way manipulated, the end result is always disastrous. So we need to ask ourselves. How exactly is marriage supposed to be defined? A relevant question especially in a society that tries to redefine how it has been understood for millennia. What are the roles of those who step into the marriage covenant? These are important question, and I want to answer them through the lenses of Scripture. Back in Episode #19, I discussed the first two humans, Adam and Eve. NAMES IN THE BIBLE PART 2: ADAM & EVE. And worth listening to, if you haven't already, which goes well with the topic at hand.

So, who was Noah, and what can we learn by knowing the meaning of his name? I explore this question in this episode, while examining his character, and the world he lived in.  Link to the article: NAMES IN THE BIBLE PART 3: NOAH

In this episode I examine the 4 remaining beatitudes: Blessed are the merciful, Blessed are the pure in heart, Blessed are the peacemakers, and blessed are those who are persecuted for the Name of Jesus (Matthew 5:7-12). I highlight their significance and their importance in the life of the believer, and the believers role in the kingdom of God.  

In this episode I examine the first four beatitudes: poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, and those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. You can read them in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 5.   

For the past 2000 years, traditions, translations, and culture has shaped our perception of the birth narrative of Yeshua (Jesus). I want to examine a few details that are overlooked by the modern reader. We will take a look at the genealogies recorded in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke; the meaning of names; what time of year Yeshua was born; examine the birthplace of Yeshua and its significance; and many more details about His birth that you might not be aware of. LINK TO THE FULL ARTICLE: YESHUA'S (Jesus) BIRTH in its historical and cultural context.

In Part 1, I did an introduction of, NAMES IN THE BIBLE Part 1: INTRODUCTION & SOME OF THE NAMES OF GOD. My intentions are to work through the Scriptures (OT & NT), examining the meaning of biblical names, their character, and their God-given roles . In this part 2 we will cover the characters of the first two humans, Adam and Eve. THE BIBLE AS HISTORICAL NARRATIVE, MOTIVATED BY THEOLOGICAL CONCERNS

In this episode, I address 2 types of people by using the Dead Sea and the Sea of Galilee as a metaphor. One is teaming with life, the other is stale and dead. Which one best describes us? It is a wonderful example to reflect on our own life and the path that we are on. Where we are heading?   If you want to reach out to me with questions, feel free to contact me: at [email protected] Here's a link to my blog page: THE BIBLE AS A UNIFIED HISTORICAL NARRATIVE MOTIVATED BY THEOLOGICAL CONCERNS.

Names do not have the same significance today, as they had for the ancient people. In most cases, the meaning of names in our Western culture is nothing more than phonetic. They carry little significance. When we study the names of people and places in the Bible, we can learn a lot about their character. The names ascribed to the LORD GOD in the Scripture reveal this as well. This helps us understand the story they are part of. Which will further deepen our understanding of the larger narrative. In this first part, I will examine some of the names given to God. I will also explore how these names testify to His character and nature. LINK TO THE WRITTEN ARTICLE: NAMES IN THE BIBLE PART 1: INDRODUCTION & NAME(S) OF GOD ANOTHER ARTICLE OF INTEREST: THE LORD WILL PROVIDE (SEE): THE GIFT OF FAITH

Taking a look at Joshua 2; The fall of Jericho, but more importantly, why Rahab and her family were saved from destruction?  Hebrews 11:6 says, "And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him."  It's a story that highlights what is means to be saved by faith, and not of works. 

The single greatest week in all of human history: The Passion Week. In this episode I examine typically missed details, yet are profound and deep. Details from Jesus's triumphant enter, the Last Supper, In the Garden of Gethsemane, The crown of thorns, and and unusual detail from the Gospel of Mark.   Link from Expedition Bible channel: Jesus, the pressed olive Link to my article: THE TABERNACLE: THROUGH THE LENSES OF THE GARDEN OF EDEN AND YESHUA

Shalom, shalom (perfect peace), be upon you. My goal for this article is not to exhaust the biblical definitions of these four words mentioned in the title, that would take an eternity. I intend to help separate the watered-down understanding that our contemporary culture has for these words and give you a deeper and richer theological significance of them. In the last two articles “trust”, trusting in the character, and faithfulness of God, has been the central theme, and here we will continue with this thread. We will look at the benefits, or rather, blessings that come from trusting in the Creator of this universe, and His desire to continually bless, and to have an intimate relationship with us. What are these blessings that we receive when we have a healthy relationship with Yeshua as our Lord and our Savior? In previous articles, I covered how sin is an intrusion, and is not our true self, but here we will examine how a person can experience God’s blessings and a life of harmony, through HOPE, PEACE, JOY, and LOVE. I am going to present these four topics as a person, and that person is Yeshua, who embodies the essence of hope, peace, joy and love, and without Him, we can’t truly experience the harmony and wholeness they bring to the human experience. The full article HOPE, PEACE, JOY AND LOVE = YESHUA

A Leper's encounter with Yeshua. A story of exile and restoration; healing and forgiveness. It captures the pervasiveness of sin, while at the same time the reversal of it's tragic effect.    MARK 1: 40 And a man with leprosy *came to Jesus, imploring Him and kneeling down, and saying to Him, “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” 41 Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out with His hand and touched him, and *said to him, “I am willing; be cleansed.” 42 And immediately the leprosy left him, and he was cleansed. 43 And He sternly warned him and immediately sent him away, 44 and He *said to him, “See that you say nothing to anyone; but go, show yourself to the priest and offer for your cleansing what Moses commanded, as a testimony to them.” 45 But he went out and began to proclaim it freely and to spread the news around, to such an extent that Jesus could no longer publicly enter a city, but stayed out in unpopulated areas; and they were coming to Him from everywhere. Link to my blog page: THE BIBLE IN ITS ORIGINAL CONTEXT

The central storyline in this article will be about Cain's interaction with God, especially before his violent encounter with his younger brother, Abel. It is a story that captures the essence of what it means to trust in the wisdom of God or choose not to trust in God's wisdom. It's a tragic story yet it reveals so much about the human condition, the character of God, and God's desire to "lift up/exalt" humans through trials and tribulations. Deep down we all desire for something greater, do I dare say, to be exalted, but the way by which God wants to lift us up is contrary to how the world does it. Being "lifted up" is dependent on our relationship and attitude with the Creator of this universe, and our response to Him when He takes us into the wilderness for testing. Link to the full article: "If you do well, will you not be LIFTED UP?"   https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/

In this episode I draw from Mark 5: 21-43, examining two characters who in desperate times, were driven by faith. When works failed, faith kept them moving towards the One who could truly heal and save them, Christ Jesus.  Malachi 4:2 But for you who fear My Name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shall go out leaping like calves from the stall.     THE BIBLE IN ITS ORIGNAL CONTEXT

Shalom, Shalom, may you be filled with the perfect peace of our LORD Yeshua HaMashiach (Jesus the Christ). Most readers who will read this article will be very familiar with the three characters Yeshua meets in the Gospel of Luke (18:18 - 19:10); The Rich Ruler, Bartimaeus a blind beggar and Zacchaeus. It is my hope that the reader will find greater insights into these three biblical characters and how they parallel and or contrast one another. Not only that, but how we can gain a deeper level of understanding when we consider a wider section of the biblical text, instead of only isolating one story from a much larger narrative. In the Gospels of Matthew, Mark (Zacchaeus is not in the Gospel of Mark), and Luke, these three characters appear in close proximately to one another for a good reason and we will examine why. Many Bible readers oftentimes isolate Yeshua's encounter with the Rich Ruler and therefore miss a deeper point the writer is trying to address. The central theme of this section of the Gospel of Luke is salvation (soteriology) which starts at the beginning of chapter 18. When we compare the Rich Ruler in contrast to Zacchaeus and the Blind Beggar it will deepen our understanding of Luke's theology. Chapters and verses in the Bible aren't something that the biblical authors utilized, the addition to chapters and verses came much later, in the 16th century. They are very helpful and convenient for us today to quickly find our way around the bible, especially when it comes to cross-referencing different texts. The downside to having these chapters and verses is when a section of the Bible that is meant to be read and considered as one unit, goes into another chapter and therefore oftentimes causes the reader (maybe unconsciously) to assume a new thought or idea is now being addressed. For example, the section we will be covering is from Luke 18:1 - 19:10, and as we will learn it is important to consider this entire section. Note: For the sake of space I will only examine verses 18:18 - 19:10, so the blog doesn't become too overbearing. As you read this article I want you to keep this verse in mind, "It is not those who are healthy who need a physician, but those who are sick; I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners." (Mark 2:17) Link to the full article: THE RICH RULER, BARTIMAEUS a BLIND BEGGAR, and ZACCHAEUS.

Within each biblical story, there are deeper truths and mysteries to be discovered, and Peter's imprisonment and deliverance are no exception. The Gospel of Luke is an orderly account of the life of Yeshua (Luke 1:3), and its sequel (the book of Acts) is an account of the early Church and how it spread throughout the Roman Empire. The topic we will cover will be from the book of Acts, chapter 12. Acts 12 is an illustration of God's amazing grace and His sovereign act of deliverance, saving mankind from their ultimate demise. I address man's responsibility in all of this, along with our call to a life of discipleship. Luke also draws heavily from the Exodus narrative, linking Peter's deliverance to Israel's deliverance from Egypt by Yahweh. Full article here: PETER'S IMPRISONMENT, HIS DELIVERANCE, and the call to DISCIPLESHIP.

This episode covers a story recorded in Matthew 15 and Mark 7. Yeshua's encounter with the Syrophoenician woman, and His seemingly derogatory statement towards her. But was it? Yeshua seems to call the woman a dog. From our modern perceptive it is hard to reconcile this hard saying from Yeshua, but when we examine it through the lenses of the biblical authors, the truth emerges. It is a good example as to how important it is to view all of Scriptures first through its historical context, in-order to more accurately interpret the author's original intent.    

Shalom Shalom. May the perfect peace of Yeshua be upon you all. The Apostle Thomas amazes me; despite him being criticized and even being called "Doubting Thomas," I want to speak in his defence and explain why I believe he deserves greater recognition. Therefore Thomas, who is called Didymus, said to his fellow disciples, "Let us also go, so that we may die with Him."   (John 11:16, NASB) Here, Thomas responded to the disciple's concern regarding Yeshua's desire to return to Judiah, to raise Lazarus from the dead. It was at this point in Yeshua's ministry that it had become very dangerous for Him and His disciples to go anywhere near Jerusalem. Thomas's response tells us 3 things about him. First, "Let us also go" expresses his loyalty to Yeshua, and the latter part expresses his willingness to lay down his life for his Lord, while at the same time expressing his pessimistic view of going to Judiah. Now this pessimistic view is realistic, again because of the clear danger of stepping foot into that regent. At another time Thomas questioned Yeshua: 5 Thomas said to Him, "Lord, we do not know where You are going, how do we know the way?"   6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. (John 14:5-6, NASB) Yeshua's response is one of the most, if not the most, radical and profound statements in the Bible, and all because Thomas wasn't afraid to ask the question. I truly appreciate Thomas's straightforward character, not afraid to ask and engage his Messiah. Him asking questions is a good argument about his willingness to believe in the words of his Teacher. The next time the Gospels recorded an interaction between Thomas and Yeshua was after Yeshua had been resurrected.  24 But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came.   25 So the other disciples were saying to him, "We have seen the Lord!" But he said to them, "Unless I see in His hands the imprint of the nails, and put my finger into the place of the nails, and put my hand into His side, I will not believe."   26 After eight days His disciples were again inside, and Thomas with them. Jesus came, the doors having been shut, and stood in their midst and said, "Peace be with you."   27 Then He said to Thomas, "Reach here with your finger, and see My hands; and reach here your hand and put it into My side; and do not be unbelieving, but believing."   28 Thomas answered and said to Him, "My Lord and my God!"   29 Jesus *said to him, "Because you have seen Me, have you believed? Blessed are they who did not see, and yet believed." Why This Gospel Was Written   (John 20:24-29, NASB) People tend to be very critical towards Thomas, but I would argue that Thomas was expressing how all the other disciples were feeling before their encounter with the resurrected Christ (they all went to their own home). I believe Thomas was the most honest out of all of them, not ashamed to admit his disbelieve. I also believe Thomas was the first to wholeheartedly believe Christ to be God because of his public confession, "My Lord and my God." For that reason, I would argue Thomas's faith was far greater than the rest of the disciples. He was bold enough to question and courageous enough to confess Christ as his Lord and God.  It was because of Thomas's engagement and questioning that we have greater insight into Yeshua. The more I consider the character of Thomas, the more I recognize his humility and willingness to learn, knowing his own insufficiency, yet willing to trust His Master with all his heart, even at the risk of losing his own life.  Being more like Thomas means we are willing to seek the truth, instead of letting our doubts silence us. Unlike the other disciplines, Thomas found the courage to ask, and because he asked, he (and us) received the truth. 7 "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.   8 For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.   (Matthew 7:7-8, NASB)

What is faith? Is faith a gift? Do I have enough faith for salvation? Am I doing enough? These are questions many believers ask and they are important questions to ask and meditate on. We will examine a few biblical texts where faith is the subject and what it looks like in the person that has true saving faith in God. Faith, believe, and faithfulness carry the same idea both in biblical Hebrew (what most of the Old Testament was originally written in) and Judean Koine Greek (what the New Testament was originally written in). In biblical Hebrew these words share the same root: אמן amen. Most people are very familiar with this word; we use it at the end of every prayer. Likewise, these three words share the same root word in Judean Koine Greek: peitho pi'-tho "to trust". Both words; Amen, and Pistis (derives from the verb peitho mentioned above) can be described in these words: truth, trust, trustworthy, to be reliable, loyalty. LINK TO ARTICLE: THE LORD PROVIDE (SEE): THE GIFT OF FAITH   MUSIC ATTRIBUTION: https://freetouse.com/music/epic-spectrum/mission

What is holding you back from drawing closer to Yeshua? THE WILDERNESS  The Hebrew word for wilderness is מִדְבָּר midbar, mid-bawr'. What's interesting is that this word comes from the root word, דָבָר dabar; meaning: word, thing. What we call "The Ten Commandments" are not called as such, but in the Hebrew Scriptures; they are called "The Ten Words (Dabarim, words).  The wilderness is where we hear from God.  First... In the wilderness, we are tested (what's in our hearts).  In the wilderness, Egypt is left behind (our appetite for things). In the wilderness, we become exposed and vulnerable (self-sufficiency stripped away).  In the wilderness, what truly matters becomes our priority (God-dependent vs. self-dependent).  And then... In the wilderness, God speaks. In the wilderness, God reveals. In the wilderness, God provides.  In the wilderness, God satisfies. In the wilderness, God is enough. In the wilderness, Hagar was saved; in the wilderness, Moses was visited; in the wilderness, Israel heard; in the wilderness, Yeshua overcame and was strengthened by the heavenly angels.  So next time you are in the wilderness, praise God, praise God, praise God, and say, "Lord, here I am; do with me as you will." May the Lord keep you, strengthen you, and provide you with enough. But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. "So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.   (Matthew 6:33-34, NASB) Where can we find enough, and be satisfied? Yeshua said: "Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and YOU WILL FIND REST FOR YOUR SOULS. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."   (Matthew 11:28-30, NASB) LINK TO ALL MY ARTICLES

Because Yeshua was able to perfectly fulfill the will of the Father (by laying down His life through willful obedience), we can, with confidence, walk (with Yeshua, covered by His blood) towards and ultimately into the Holy of Holies (into the glorious presence of God). Our following and walk with Christ is a picture of one journeying into and through the Tabernacle, towards and ultimately into the Holy of Holies (explained in greater detail as we go along). Therefore let us be diligent to enter that rest, so that no one will fall, through following the same example of disobedience. (Hebrews 4:11) and: Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16) So, how can we draw near to the Holy of Holies with confidence? LINK TO THE FULL ARTICLE  THE TABERNACLE: THROUGH THE LENSES OF THE GARDEN OF EDEN AND YESHUA

What do the Tabernacle, the Garden of Eden, and Yeshua have in common? In this article, we will explore this question. Every detail that went into the construction of the Tabernacle by Moses and the Israelite community had theological significance, pointing back to the Creation story while at the same time pointing forward to Yeshua HaMashiach (The Anointed One). What I will also point out is how all this parallels the journey that every faithful believer experiences as their journey draws them closer to God (James 4:8). Some of you might have questions, like: "'How is all this relevant for us today?' or 'What significance does the Tabernacle have outside of the ancient Israelite community of the Old Testament?'" I do hope to explore and answer these questions in some way by comparing key texts, imagery, symbols, etc., which the biblical authors used to unify the whole biblical narrative, creating this one unified story. A historical narrative that reveals the nature and character of God and His plan to restore His entire creation.   Here's a link to the full article. THE TABERNACLE: Through the Garden of Eden and Yeshua

Where does one need to go to find Jesus? How does one receive Jesus? And how does one respond to Jesus? These are really good questions which I hope to answer in this episode, by taking a closer look at the character of both Zacchaeus and Jesus, and their encounter. Below is an article I published a while back that is related to this topic. https://donnywaldner.wordpress.com/2024/01/25/the-rich-ruler-bartimaeus-a-blind-beggar-and-zacchaeus/

The David and Goliath story is one of the first stories a child learns, and why not? It's a captivating story for most children. In this article, my intentions are not to merely share the already familiar details of this amazing narrative but to examine and unpack certain details that are easily missed. As the title suggests, I want to reveal the hidden gospel message found in this ancient story, which took place about 1,000 years before Christ. I believe that these historical accounts have rich theological significance, are inspired by the Holy Spirit (2 Timothy 3:16), and ultimately point to Yeshua the Messiah. My emphasis will be to examine the stark contrast between Saul (and the Israelites) and David, and then Goliath, and how that all fits into how Yeshua is portrayed in the Gospels. In them, Yeshua is portrayed as the greater David (shepherd king), the greater Moses (prophet), the greater Joshua (Savior), and the greater Melchizedek (high priest). Yeshua, too, used Scripture to prove that it all pointed to Him: And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, He interpreted to them (the two disciples who were on their way to Emmaus) in all the Scriptures (Old Testament) the things concerning Himself (Luke 24:27). For if you believed Moses, you would believe Me, for he wrote about Me.   (John 5:46, NASB) THE FOLLOWING LINK TAKES YOU TO THE WRITTEN ARTICLE THE GOSPEL HIDDEN IN THE DAVID AND GOLIATH STORY

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