BibleProject "Christ" Is Not a Name – Anointed E1
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Mar 13, 2023 Explore the fascinating topic of anointing, which means 'the anointed one' and highlights its significance throughout the Bible. Discover how this ritual connects Jesus to roles in Israelite culture, symbolizing divine selection for kings and priests. Listen to personal narratives about healing through anointing with oil, and see how these practices evolved into a core aspect of early Christianity. Delve into the symbolism of Jacob's dream and how anointing serves as a bridge between the divine and human realms.
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Tim's Healing
- Tim Mackey shares a childhood experience of being anointed with oil during prayer for a rare spinal cord illness.
- He recovered quickly, surprising doctors, after this experience.
Christ as a Title
- The title "Christ" isn't a name, but the Greek translation of "anointed one."
- This term, like "Messiah" in Hebrew, signifies a ritualistic pouring of oil on a person.
Anointed Roles
- Priests, kings, and prophets are anointed with oil in the Bible.
- This act sets them apart as individuals who bridge the divine and human realms.