BibleProject We’ve Been on This Mountain Before
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Jan 27, 2025 This discussion dives into the interconnectedness of biblical themes like mountains, cities, and priesthood. It highlights divine encounters, including the significance of the burning bush and Moses' leadership. The conversation contrasts the idealism of the priesthood with its inherent flaws. Additionally, it explores apocalyptic themes and the dual role of cities in prophecy, focusing on the tension between divine judgment and redemption. Expect a rich tapestry of insights that connects past narratives to present spiritual understanding.
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Apocalypses and Perspective
- Apocalypses reveal truths about the world and ourselves, not just the end of the world.
- These moments of realization are aided by high vantage points like mountains, offering a grander perspective.
Apocalyptic Visions in Eden
- Biblical figures experience apocalyptic moments by being transported back to Eden in altered states of consciousness.
- There, they encounter a human-like figure, often identified as Yahweh or the Angel of Yahweh, seated on a throne.
The Redeemed City on a Mountain
- God's plan involves redeeming human cities, transforming them into a future garden city.
- This redeemed city is envisioned to be atop a mountain, symbolizing God's presence and blessings.