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God's Original Intent
In the beginning, God had a perfect plan. In 6 days, He created the world and everything in it, and then created Man in His own image. He placed the Man in a garden, and from his rib created a Suitable Helper, a Woman, to be by his side. God delighted in perfect communion and fellowship with them. Have you ever pondered God’s reason for using His own hands to form a Man and breathe His own breath into him? Does the thought of an Almighty Creator opening that Man’s side to pull out a rib, then forming a Woman, leave you with questions? Let us dig deep into God’s Original Intent ~ His desire for A Walking Partner, Companionship, and Communion. You may find out you’re more important than you realized!
We have a Sin Problem
From the very first sin, there has been a Sin Problem in the world. Right up front, in the very beginning pages of our Bible, God spelled out where it came from. Sad thing is, most people never swallow it. We have to understand the enemy does not want us to read Genesis Chapter 3. He knows there is a danger in the hiss, and his lie has never changed. He knows he still slithers, spilling forth the venomous manipulation “Come on. Eat the fruit. It’s not that bad!” Ah, there is always a consequence for sin. It was defined in a Garden …
The Beautiful Remedy
God knew from the foundation of the world there must be a Lamb slain. Long before we had a sin problem, He had a Remedy, a Beautiful Remedy. If we look in the first pages of His Story, we can find the first foreshadowing of that Remedy. What a Hidden Treasure we have in Genesis 7, 15, and 21 ~ when God gets “up front and personal” with His plan for redemption for all mankind! The important truth to understand is that The Remedy doesn’t end with salvation. As believers, we are to live as He instructs us in His Word, living out His commands and example, and leading others to the Remedy that we, too, have found. God had a continuing antidote for the sin problem in our world, and we are shown throughout scripture how to “live the remedy” on this side of the story.
The question remains “WHAT TREE WILL YOU PLUCK FROM?”
Men by God's Design, Part #1
Its not easy to be Men by God’s design. To be what He wants us to be, we must surrender our lives to His Lordship. Come, let us begin to understand the depth in the creation of human beings as spirit inside of flesh. That’s important to know! We will dig deeper and find out who God created us to be, how we got to be different, and what God did about it.
Men by God's Design, Part #2
To continue growing as Godly Men, we must understand the 3-part Creation that we are. God designed us body, soul, and spirit. We have a soul, we live in a body. As we mature in Biblical Manhood, we must learn the lessons in the Bible that define how we are to live. Perhaps the first thing we need to know to be successful is how NOT to live …
Put Away Childish Things
When we are young, it is acceptable to have favorite toys. We play with them, we treasure them. As we grow older, life seems to have a way of maturing us out of those toys, and we turn our attention to other things. Unfortunately, often in our spiritual life, we do not learn well the lessons from our physical one. We sometimes accept Jesus as Savior, but continue living the same way. We forget to “grow up.” We fail to put away our childish things. He says it ought not to be so … and there’s a good reason why.
Where are the 9?
In Luke 17, Jesus miraculously healed 10 lepers. These lepers were suddenly cured of nasty, rotten, open, smelly wounds. Their healing was visible, not only to them, but to everyone around them. We find Jesus hoping for their return to thank Him, yet only 1 showed up. Is it not the same way now? So many times we come to Him with a need, and He answers. We go our way, never remembering to come back to be grateful, or to give testimony of the great things He has done. As Jesus stood there that day looking for the 9, did His heart ache? Ah, He asked a question that day we hope He never has to ask today ~ “Where did you go?”
Introduction to The Proverbs of Solomon.
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 1, Proverbs 1:1
To fully understand the book of Proverbs, we must understand who its writer is. In this first teaching video, we will begin to extract the depth behind the man Solomon. Remember that EVERY Word God has recorded in the Bible is for our learning. To overlook any one of them would mean we have not thoroughly grasped why He penned it there. Come, let us discover exactly why an entire lesson would come from only one short verse.
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 2, Proverbs 1:2-6
Solomon begins his inspired writing by bringing definition to his work. As we travel further into the Proverbs, we are given a “lesson inside a lesson” ~ Solomon teaches why God’s Proverbs are here, and we add our own method of studying them. Deeper and deeper we delve into a true literary work of art, one that not only arrives to us by Solomon’s quill, but also his podium. Here we find the plumage scripted years ago, remains relevant in our time. Michael Jackson knew it even as a boy. Come and see.
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 3, Proverbs 1:7
As Solomon continues his writing, he brings to summary the hidden mystery to all of Proverbs. Here, in one verse, we are given a deep well, clearly separated with one simple mark. God inspires Wise Solomon to tell his readers that we haven’t even begun to learn the importance of the words. When he has drawn the dividing line, he sends us further into the cavern of understanding. We discover who shows their “but,” then and now, while God fully defines the attributes of those who want to burn to the ground anything good, right, and holy. If we eat the Book today, we cannot deny the existence of the ink before us.
NOTE: In this video, there is a command for Children not to disobey their Parents. Please understand that Children are to honor and obey GODLY Parents with Biblical teachings. We do fully know that not all Parents are striving to raise Children in Christ Centered Homes and in no way do we endorse any type of child abuse or neglect, whether physical, mental, emotional, sexual, or spiritual.
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 4: Proverbs 1:8-19
As we dig deeper into Proverbs, we find Solomon now begins to instruct his son ~ as God instructs His own Children. From verses 8 through 19, a danger trumpet is sounded. We discover a powerful truth about sinners, learning the Sales Pitch of Sin and its product. If we eat the Book before us, we can stay safe from the harm of foolish fallings, and never fear the snare of evil traps.
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 5: Proverbs 1:20-33
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 6: Proverbs 2:1-9
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 7: Proverbs 2:10-22
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 8: Proverbs 3:1-10
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 9: Proverbs 3:11-18
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 10: Proverbs 3:19-35
Solomon’s inked quill continues to paint the art of Inspired Writing. As he bends his listening ear into God’s Voice, we find the depth of Wisdom’s Math. By now, we should find our minds able to recall the Truths taught thus far. (How many do you remember?) The power of repetition has claimed the place created to capture memorization. Drawing us in, God instructs Solomon then to add another dimension to each Truth. With line drawn to line, and precept pointing to precept, we are delighted to discover a Better Math.
NOTE: Today’s lesson comes with an assignment. Be sure to watch the previous videos again, or read Proverbs 1-3 this week. On paper, make a list of all the things God has shown you from Proverbs this far. Remember to get alone with God and allow Him to speak into you personally through this Book. He has great and mighty things for YOU! Bring this list to our next class. It will be an important treasure in your hands as we continue. Let us be Wise Students, ever learning, ever growing!
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 11: Proverbs 4:1-9
God has used The Inspired Writer to build a strong foundation through Proverbs 1, 2, and 3. The footings have been dug, the barrier laid. The cement has dried. Now we can begin to add framework in the House. If we have been good students, we understand the gift of sound doctrine full of Divine Wisdom. Today, as class is called into session, we should hold in our hands the fruit of the last lesson’s assignment. As we take our seats in The School of Solomon, are we prepared?
NOTE: This lesson comes with an assignment. As you watch the video teaching, do not miss it ~ someone’s life may depend on it!
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 12: Proverbs 4:10-27
Through God’s instruction, Solomon continues to add to the foundation his pen has already laid. Here, he shows us three paths. We are instructed not to enter one, there is light in another, and we must ponder the third. From a dip of His quill, to the simplicity of a mouse, God defines all 3. As we dig deeper into the book of Wisdom, we discover the blessing of our “Good Gus’s” and learn who stays up all night planning our demise.
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 13: Proverbs 5
Let’s admit it: SEX SELLS. From the beginning, when God hand-formed His holy plan for sexuality, evil began to pervert it. God was so deeply involved in sex, that He instructed Solomon to devote full chapters and many verses on the subject. In Proverbs 5, the one who studies to show himself approved, will find a clear definition of the danger of adultery and sexual immorality. We see the DECEPTION and DAMAGE from unholy sex. We are painted a beautiful picture of God’s DESIGN for blessed sex within the boundaries of Biblical marriage. Today as we take our seats in Solomon’s Sexual Classroom, may we open our ear to RIGHT Words and learn to slam the gate shut on WRONG ones. As two drinks are poured, God asks one thought-provoking question: WHERE WILL YOU DRINK FROM?
The Proverbs of Solomon, Lesson 14: Proverbs 6:1-15
In Proverbs 6, God speaks to Solomon about wise and honest dealings with business matters. As The Father instructs His son, and a father instructs his, we are given deep insight into protecting friendships, keeping good work ethics, and how “not” to act. One look into nature will be certain to broaden our understanding of how hard work pays off. May we all pause this week from the rat race and consider the ways of God’s tiniest laborers ~ the ant. How small a creature, yet how BIG the lesson!
NOTE: This lesson comes with an assignment. After viewing the video, spend some time this week studying the ant. YouTube has some amazing teachings ~ Biblical and scientific ~ on the subject. What can we learn from bending down, peering into the anthill? GOD has much to say …
When life takes a turn, hold on to God ...
Can we give our loudest and most grateful praise to God? Many of you are aware of our recent trial. Some are not. Let us share God’s Story with you …
On January 6, Barry started throwing up. This continued until Sunday. Took him to Dr who ran tests and sent us home with meds. His liver was already failing, as noted by the beginning jaundice. However, this could not be confirmed until the returning test results.
At Home, condition worsened. Returned to local ER in the middle of the night, transferred by ambulance to ICU/UAB with sudden liver failure. I drove the longest 2 hours of my life to get back at his side. Honestly, when I left the ambulance, I was not sure he would be alive when I got there. We arrived at the same time, and were reunited. Barry was bright yellow, eyes wild. Doctors explained that liver failure affects mentation. All I can tell you is our conversation was interesting, and sad. So sad.
His kidneys began to fail, he was placed on CRRT Dialysis. Urine was dark brown, almost black.
He had tests for possible bowel obstruction. Danger of bowel leakage.
Ammonia levels from failing liver were elevating alarmingly. His mental status was …. :(.
Heart rate extremely high and elevating.
BP extremely high and elevating.
Was sedated, due to mental status.
I met with the liver transplant team to sign paperwork for an emergency liver transplant. Watched videos on the extensive surgery, immediate and long-term aftercare.
He started running fever, blood cultures revealed blood infection, danger of sepsis.
Could not keep any medications in, as they were given by IV, they were thrown up. Could not keep IV nutritional feed in.
Placed on ventilator.
One pupil grew larger than the other. CT scan to test for possible stroke/aneurysm.
Right eye appeared to be affected by blood infection traveling into it. Danger of possible blindness.
AS GOD’S PEOPLE PRAYED, God turned EVERY situation … Doctors literally reported over and over, “”THIS IS IMPOSSIBLE!” Each time I told them “with God, all things are possible!” They left the room shaking their heads, each time. Its so funny to see a Dr open the door and literally gasp! After waking, Barry enjoyed telling them Jesus is the reason!
GOD’s MIRACLES???
No need for liver transplant. Liver enzymes dropped from 20,000+ range to 100. 50 is normal! Liver Transplant Team stands amazed! ~BUT GOD!
No long-term dialysis needed. Kidneys are functioning. ~BUT GOD!
No bowel obstruction, leakage, or sepsis. ~BUT GOD!
Heart rate, pulse, and BP returned to normal. ~BUT GOD!
Returned to regular diet. Eating hamburgers, blueberry muffins, and carrot cake (a sweet gift from Someone Special) ~BUT GOD!
No damage to right eye. Has a bruise from straining while vomiting, but no harm. Will return to normal. ~BUT GOD!
No stroke! No aneurysm! ~BUT GOD!
Ventilator was removed with no after issues. ~BUT GOD!
Blood cultures are now clear. ~BUT GOD!
Barry and I have returned Home and are seeking God for the Church God has for us, for Barry to Pastor. Our daily conversation include God’s plan for our lives, and our deep heartfelt appreciation for those who have prayed us here. We are currently working toward the next Proverbs video in the series, so please keep us in your prayers, and return often. Watch the video for God’s full Story!
Proverbs 6:16-19, Lesson #15, HATE. Its a strong Word!
Can we tell you THE SETBACK IS A SET UP FOR GOD’S COMEBACK?
Most of you know of our recent nightmare ~ the enemy thought he would take us out. God said a loud and resounding NO to hell and, as you can see, Barry is back and I am overjoyed! God knew He wasn’t finished with His Proverbs, so He said “its not over til its over!”
Solomon continues now to instruct his son and his students. Here, we see him defining the 6 things God hates, and going further to explain that 7 are an ABOMINATION to Him. As our Scribed Writer pens God’s explanation of His own horror, may we be diligent to study and commit this teaching deep. Oh Lord, help us not to ever be a horror story to You!
Proverbs 6:20-23, Lesson #16, Christianity starts with "C"...
As we continue in the Proverbs, once again we find Solomon repeating the same words to his son. Here, in just 4 verses, we pause to dig deep into what this father was trying to teach his son, and we look harder at what God is really saying to His Children. Let us pull up a seat and begin to fully understand WHY Teaching requires the art of repetition. By the end of this lesson, we should know exactly why Christianity starts with a “C.”
Proverbs 6:24-35, Lesson #17. Jesus said, "Do not look"...
As God continues to inspire Solomon to write the Proverbs, He does not blush at matters of adultery. The dangers are detailed, the consequences deep. With a further look into Jesus’ own red letter Words in Matthew, we are given a more strict definition than most may realize. How needed are these teachings today in a sex-saturated society where boundary lines are barely present!
Proverbs 7, Lesson #18. "Sin Kills"...
As Solomon deepens his lessons to his son on the matters of sexual sin, he dives into a deep well in Proverbs 7. Once again this father pleas with his son to keep his commandments. Again he warns him of the danger of a flattering woman. We find so many hidden nuggets of this great man of Wisdom, giving us an important view into the nature of the heavenly Father. Come as we stand together in a window, discerning the tactics of temptation. If we swallow Proverbs 7, it may save us from the Chambers of Death lurking around the corner …
Proverbs 8:1-21, Lesson #19. Part 1 of 2,"Wisdom Cries"...
NOTE: This lesson is divided into 2 parts. After viewing this video, please continue with part 2. Though Solomon left us with a dreadful picture of sin’s descent into death in Proverbs 7, chapter 8 finds him rushing Wisdom to our rescue. With a loud voice, we hear Wisdom’s cry in wide, open places, and through the prominence of rightful kings. We lay our eyes upon the importance of finding value in greater things than riches, and learn that Wisdom’s inheritance is full of treasures. As we pause between verse 21 and 22, Wisdom draws us deeper into the majestic beginning of it all.
Proverbs 8:22-36, Lesson #20. Part 2 of 2,"Wisdom Delights"...
NOTE: This is part 2 of 2 from Proverbs Chapter 8. If you have not viewed video 1, which teaches Proverbs 8 verses 1-21, please watch before viewing this video. As we continue through Proverbs 8, we see Solomon bring Wisdom to life in a dramatic retelling of creation. Here we find Wisdom “always was” and watch the Wise Sage prove its existence will remain throughout eternity. Come, as we paint a picture that can never be unseen! You are invited by Royal Decree to watch The Wise Creator delight in Wisdom’s work … NOTE: It may build your faith to know “The Story behind the story” in this video. When I was 7, a Wise Teacher used flannelgraph to tell me a Bible story I never forgot. Throughout my life I recalled it many times. In 2020, a Dear Sister brought me hundreds of flannelgraph pieces without knowing of that story. Today, 49 years since I first saw God write my life story on flannelgraph, the man He was talking to my 7 year old heart about TEACHES USING THOSE FLANNELGRAPH WITH ME! Never, ever, ever give up on a Word God gives you. It may take Him awhile to get around to a thing … but God? He ALWAYS gets around to a thing. -Tammy
Proverbs 9, Lesson #21. You are invited to the Battle of 2 Banquets!
As Solomon opens Chapter 9 of Proverbs, we find an invitation to 2 different banquet tables. He uses chiastic structure to marry these two teachings together, leaving no room for confusion or question. At one table, we can feast on Wisdom’s “worked for” delicacies in wide open spaces. At yet another table, we see a “stolen” feeding, one hidden in dark places, yet looking the same as the previous. As he concludes with the last drop from his quill, we are left with one question: WHERE ARE YOU EATING? -selah.
Proverbs 10:1-17, Lesson #22. Who is Sitting on Your Shoulder?
As Solomon steps us into Proverbs 10, he also “steps it up a notch.” After laying the foundation in Proverbs 1-9, and once again reminding us this is his work, he begins. Each verse outlines a distinct teaching. Each one, giving us a well of contrast. Will we be Wise Children or will we be Foolish Rebels? Are we facing each decision in life listening to the angel on one shoulder, or the devil on the other? Come. Let Chapter 10 unfold in our Wisdom Vault of Great Treasuries!
Proverbs 10:18-32, Lesson #23. Five deep wells in Proverbs 10.
Solomon continues writing the Proverbs, with each verse being its own thought. What a wonderful Work of Wisdom we have been given! Here, in 18-32, we are privileged to “pick the mind” of the wisest man in history, aside from Jesus. There are hundreds of Deep Wells we can choose to drink from inside this Book. We have chosen 5 to expand on, with an assignment attached. Oh, how much we can gain from studying God’s inspired Words!
ASSIGNMENT: After watching the teaching Video here, write the 5 Deep Wells down, and look for at least one verse that stands with it. Keep the notes in a place where you can see them this week. Watch how God uses your study to grow you into a better and wiser version of you.
Deep Well #1: Proverbs repeats a common theme that we find throughout the Bible. This is the Law of Sowing and Reaping, proving that “the wages of sin is death, and righteousness leads to life.” Where do you find this Truth in Proverbs 10?
Deep Well #2: God wants His Children to be wise and righteous, not foolish and wicked. (GOOD NEWS! As long as we are breathing, we can always switch sides!) Which verse can you memorize from Proverbs 10 to keep you on the winning side?
Deep Well #3: Solomon uses contractions to drive the points home. “BUT” indicates a “contrasting thought,” while “AND” indicates a “repeating thought.” Where in Proverbs 10 do we find the use of contractions to give us these eternal treasures of Wisdom?
Deep Well #4: Solomon writes using Hebrew Poetry as his style. With no rhymes, he uses “synonymous parallelism” to EMPHASIZE the Wisdom Lessons God has given him. In verse 25, where do you see the use of poetic EMPHASIS to leave us with HOPE? (Hint: Its a FOREVER Truth to hold onto!)
Deep Well #5: Proverbs is a BOOK OF OBSERVATIONS. Find one observation from Solomon that you have seen with your own eyes. Understand this is Wisdom that God has given you through your own observation. Share this Truth with someone this week!
Proverbs 11:1-15, Lesson #24. Let's sit awhile in Solomon's House. (THIS IS A 2 PART VIDEO)
THIS IS A TWO PART VIDEO – WATCH PART 2 VIDEO AFTER VIEWING PART 1.
As God continues to inspire Wisdom’s Writings Solomon, He shows us a very interesting well to drink from. In studying the Jewish culture which places a deep understanding of family values within the Home, we can pull some depth into Proverbs. Deuteronomy 6 commands us to “teach our Children.” God speaks through Solomon to teach his own son, to teach others, and to us today. We glean much from looking at all sides of scripture, and what God teaches us through it. By looking deeper into our “sitting places,” we may find we aren’t being wise in our family teachings. Let us dig a little deeper into God’s plan for parenting. Come with us today as we “sit awhile” in Solomon’s House!
BE SURE TO WATCH BOTH VIDEOS.
Proverbs 11:16-31, Lesson #25. Let's take a Walk on Solomon's Wild Side.
Did you ever take a walk on Solomon’s “wild” side? As we press further into God’s teachings through the wise sage, we discover there is so much more to be learned. With staggering statistics proving the reality of the great need for Wisdom today, we cannot deny the value in this Book. Fentanyl overdose, teen depression, suicide, pornography addiction, and a lack of understanding for the TRUTH of God’s Word surround us in every arena. With gender confusion being the norm, and silent Christians at the head of the game, surely we could glean from these “one sentence lessons!” Come along as we spend a day with Solomon as he joins his son for “a walk by the way …”
Eat The Book ...
Ezekiel 3:1
God bled millions of emotions across the pages of His Bible. When He inspired the writings, He wanted to be sure no one could read them and walk away feeling nothing. If we desire to have a relationship with Him, we must eat at His table, feasting upon the bread and wine within its pages.
As we are quickly approaching and nearing the end, it is more crucial for the deep study of God’s Word. The time will come when we are no longer able to possess a Bible, or find one in any form. We can no longer waste time simply “reading” the Bible. We must crave it, consume it, digest it, and break it down, so that it absorbs into every aspect of our life. When this happens, then and only then, can we impart it to those around us. -selah.
Moreover He said unto me, son of man, eat that thou findest; eat this book, and go speak unto the house of Israel. -Ezekiel 3:1
I Will Set No Wicked Thing Before My Eyes ... Psalm 101:3
God is such a “Set You Up” kind of God! While there were questions about “Godly” reading materials, He had already sent the Word for instruction to another. This Word was passed to us, and we knew He was leading these teachings. A trip to a local store revealed the dark plan of the evil one. The choice in books available today is no mystery to the sinister scheme to place wickedness before us. Here, we begin to unravel the importance of feeding our heart, mind, and spirit with Truth. The Bible tells us to “think on all things pure, honest, lovely, virtuous, and of good report.” (Philippians 4:8) What’s a Blood-Washed Believer in Jesus to do?