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Spiritual Warfare - God E3

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Jul 30, 2018
In this podcast, Tim and Jon discuss the concept of the Divine Council and spiritual warfare in the Bible. They explore the portrayal of God as a military captain with lower-ranking officers, the existence of other gods, and the role of mediators. They also examine problematic behavior in Genesis, the allotment of nations to spiritual beings, and the Bible's purpose as a story of Jesus rather than a scientific account. The chapter descriptions provide further insights into the topics discussed.
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Divine Council and Authority

  • God's power and authority are evident in the divine council, comprised of spiritual beings.
  • These beings, called sons of God or hosts of heaven, appear in various biblical books.
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Rebellion in the Divine Council?

  • Some "gods" in the Bible promote negative actions like child sacrifice and injustice.
  • This raises questions about a potential rebellion within the divine council.
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Elohim and Yahweh

  • The Hebrew word "Elohim" refers to a category of spiritual beings, like "canine" or "feline".
  • While other Elohim exist, Yahweh is the supreme power and authority.
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