Each of these four requirements are found in Torah and are grounded in pagan worship. Each requirement instructed a gentile to turn away from pagan worship practices in order to faithfully turn to Adonai. Embracing these four requirements was not considered legalism nor were they the end-all of living for Adonai; these requirements set forth by the Council in Jerusalem would help a gentile began a sanctified, holy life as they joined the Messianic community.
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Highlights of Angels
The Hebrew word for ‘angel’ is malakim. Malakim warned Lot to leave the city. Angels are commanded by God to protect His people (Psalm 91:11, Hebrews 1:14). An unnamed malakim stands in front of Daniel in chapter 10. Malakim are known also as Watchers, Warrior hosts of heaven (2 Kings 6:15-17) , Chariots (Psalm 68:17), and Sons of God.
Isaiah 57:1 – The Righteous Person Perishes
The phrase ‘nobody gives it a thought’ is ‘takes to heart’ or sum al lev. Sum means ‘to place or set’ in the sense of directing their attention or putting their mind to.’ Al is a preposition that means ‘upon, above or over.’ Lev means ‘inner man, will, and mind.’ Lev also means ‘thinking or reflecting’ with the soul.
Israel War Update – Day 102
Yesterday Hamas published a sickening video with three hostages, including Itay Svirsky, Noa Argamani, and another male whose family request he not be named. The video contains threats to the male hostages lives. Today, IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said that several days before the Hamas video was released, the IDF had notified two of the hostage families that they had concerns for their well-being.