Study the Bible with Arthur Bailey

Last week in Part 2 of The Last Supper and Passover, we investigated further the conversation, dialogue, and language of the Gospel narrative of Matthew and compared statements made in the Gospel narrative of John to help determine and answer that very important question of whether the last supper Yeshua ate with His disciples was the Passover meal. We established a timeline of events that occurred while Yeshua and His disciples were together and discerned what was said and done as they shared their last supper together. After Yeshua and His disciples had eaten and done all that had to be done, according to prophecy, they went to the Garden of Gethsemane where another prophecy would be fulfilled. Yeshua was deeply troubled about the events that were about to unfold and sought a quiet place in the Garden where He would agonize in prayer for three solid hours. Yeshua’s disciples, whom He had instructed to watch and pray, after a very long day of teaching, eating, and ministry were very tired and struggled to stay awake. We will join Yeshua and His disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane as prophecy is being fulfilled in this teaching, Another Prophecy Fulfilled.  

This podcast looks at sibling rivalry as played out in the household of Israel. 

Genesis 37:3-4 Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because he was the son of his old age: and he made him a coat of many colours.  And when his brethren saw that their father loved him more than all his brethren, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably unto him. 

In this passage Jacob/Israel makes it abundantly clear who his favorite child is.  Although the other sons came from different mothers, they all came together against Joseph, Israel‘s favorite son.  That rivalry put Israel‘s favorite son in serious jeopardy, almost got him killed and ultimately got him sold into slavery.  

In many ways, Joseph is representative of how Father will take the  worst circumstances that have occurred to us in our lives and work them out to our good, if we believe Him and allow it to happen.  

In Part 1 of The Last Supper and Passover, the question was asked if the Last Supper Yeshua ate with His disciples on the night He was betrayed, was the Passover meal commanded by the Torah or was it just that, Yeshua’s last supper with His disciples? We identified and addressed the confusion surrounding the event of Yeshua’s last supper with His disciples. As a result of some peoples’ confusion, they argue, debate, and perpetuate their confusions causing babes in the faith to be confused, all because of a verse here or there containing statements Yeshua made to His disciples and the interpretations of translators. We investigated the conversation, dialogue, and language of the Gospel narrative of Matthew and compared statements made in the Gospel narrative of John to help determine and answer that very important question of whether the last supper Yeshua ate with His disciples was the Passover meal. In this teaching, we will establish a timeline of events that occurred while Yeshua and His disciples were together and discern what was said and done, as they shared their last supper together.  

This portion of Scripture implies that Esau and Israel lived in proximity to each other. As we studied last week, they were in communication with each other because they came together to bury their father, Isaac. 

Many of the radical sects of the Black Hebrew Israelite groups identify Caucasians or White people as Edomites and much of what they have to say about Edomites is very derogatory and racist. Remember, Esau is the twin brother of Jacob/Israel. The descendants of Esau are called Edomites. 

Edomites were not forbidden to become part of the congregation of Israel.  They could also worship among the congregation after the third generation. The Edomites are the cousins of the Israelites.   

Listen to hear Arthur discuss the Genealogical Table of Esau’s Family. 

Was the Last Supper Yeshua ate with His disciples on the night He was betrayed, the Passover meal commanded by the Torah or was it just that, Yeshua’s Last Supper with His disciples? Many people today seem to be confused about this event. As a result of their confusion, they argue, debate, and perpetuate their confusions causing babes in the faith to be confused, all because of a verse here or there containing statements Yeshua made to His disciples and interpretations of translators. In this portion of Matthew’s Gospel narrative, we will investigate the conversation, dialogue, and language of the Gospel narratives of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John to point out the important statements that will help determine and answer that very important question of whether the Last Supper Yeshua ate with His disciples was the Passover meal. In this teaching, we will join in with Yeshua and His disciples' discussions and discern what was said and done, as they shared their last supper together.  

After Israel left Bethel, Rachael went into labor.  She brought forth a son, but she died in the process. She named her son Benoni, but Israel called him Benjamin.  Rachel was buried in the way to Ephrath which is called Bethlehem.  

As the firstborn, Ruben would have inherited his father’s possessions, but by sleeping with his father’s concubine, while his father was still alive, meant that he was taking possession of an inheritance he had not been given.  As a result, Reuben lost his place as firstborn.   

Israel had 4 firstborn sons by 4 women. When Reuben lost his status as firstborn, Joseph became the next in line and was given the firstborn status. 

The last thing Yeshua discussed with His disciples, while with them on the Mt of Olives before returning to Jerusalem, was concerning His return. Throughout His discourses with His disciples, Yeshua gave them glimpses of events surrounding His Second Coming. Yeshua spoke to them in parables and gave them the understandings of their meanings to prepare and stay ready for His return; reminded them of things He had already told them; drew their attention to the words of the Prophets Malachi, Ezekiel, and Isaiah; and spoke to His disciples prophetically as He revealed to them things to come. The disciples had no idea that in two days, their world would be affected in a drastic and dramatic way as Yeshua would be taken from them in a brutal, inhuman, and undeserving manner. In order for Yeshua to fulfill YeHoVaH’s will in Jerusalem, several events had to unfold with several players involved, including His own disciple who would betray Him and set the stage for A Conspiracy, Anointing and Betrayal.  

In the mist of the trouble caused by Simeon and Levi, Israel is concerned about the people around him in the land coming against him and his house.  Father instructs Israel to go to Bethel where Israel initially met Elohim as he was running from his brother Esau.  Once again Israel’s fears were unfounded as the Bible says the terror of God was upon the cities and no one pursued Israel. 

While Israel was in Bethel, YeHoVaH appeared and reaffirmed to Israel his name change.  YeHoVaH begins to speak to Israel about his future and shared the plans He had for Israel and his posterity. 

Alone with His disciples on the Mount of Olives, Yeshua begins to share the events surrounding His Second Coming. His disciples had asked Him to tell them, when shall these things be? What shall be the sign of Thy coming, and of the end of the world? The questions they asked Him were in response to the teachings He had done and His remarks about the destruction of the Temple. Yeshua had warned them about false messiahs, false prophets, those who would mislead many, and signs to look for that would herald the end of the age. He had informed them that no one knew the day and the hour of His return and commanded them to always be prepared and ready. Yeshua used a parable about virgins and another parable concerning talents to emphasize the importance of His disciples being prepared, watchful, and doing what they had been instructed to do while they waited for His return. Throughout His discourses with His disciples, Yeshua gave them glimpses of events surrounding His Second Coming. In this portion of Matthew, Yeshua reveals more details of the events that will occur at His Second Coming.  

In this passage, Dinah, the daughter of Leah and Israel, goes on an adventure and is discovered by the son of the king who according to this passage had sexual relations with her.  He was accused of defiling her, but because of his honor, he wanted to marry her.  He was willing to do whatever her family requested or pay whatever they asked. 

Listen to the unfolding of a plot involving circumcision, a covenant given by YeHoVaH to Abraham and his descendants and those who joined themselves to him.  Simeon and Levi’s actions, involving YeHoVaH in their deception, was very disturbing to Israel and he never forgot what they did.