The Israelites: WHAT DOES GOD LOOK LIKE | PART 1
Introduction
The video starts with music playing in the background.
Support for Israel United in Christ
Bishop Nathaniel asks for support to recover the remnant of their people and teach them the gospel. He urges viewers to join or donate to the Booster Club.
Saluting One Another
Bishop Nathaniel talks about saluting one another and how it is important to greet each other with peace. He quotes Matthew 5:44-47, where Christ talked about loving your enemies and saluting your brethren.
What Does God Look Like?
Bishop Nathaniel discusses what God looks like. He starts by reading Deuteronomy 4:11, which describes a mountain on fire from which God spoke to Moses.
Saluting People
- Christ was getting on the disciples about saluting people.
- Our job is to win souls to the Lord and we should greet people with peace.
No Similarity
- Deuteronomy 4:15 says that no manner of similarity was seen when God spoke out of the midst of fire at Horeb.
- Some people use this verse as an argument against black images of Christ.
Conclusion
Bishop Nathaniel's talk covers various topics such as supporting Israel United in Christ, saluting one another, and what God looks like according to Deuteronomy 4:11.
The Sin of Making Graven Images
In this section, the speaker discusses the sin of making graven images and how it is forbidden in Deuteronomy 4. He explains that God did not show any similar image of himself and warns against worshiping images of beasts or fowls.
The Problem with Making Graven Images
- God did not show any similar image of himself.
- The problem with making graven images is that people may be driven to worship them.
- It is a sin to make an image of a beast or fowl, as well as an image of God.
Examples from King Solomon's Throne
- King Solomon had twelve lion images on his throne.
- These images were created by God for decoration, but the problem was worshiping them.
Do Not Worship Images
- The issue is not the image itself, but rather worshiping it.
- When Moses spoke to the people, they heard God's voice but saw no similar tool or image.
- People should not worship anything on earth, including fish and other creatures.
Warning Against Idolatry
In this section, the speaker continues discussing idolatry and warns against following false gods. He emphasizes that Israelites should only serve the Lord their God.
Remember What You Saw
- Israelites saw no similar tool when they heard God's voice.
- They should remember this and not be tempted to worship false gods.
Do Not Serve Other Gods
- Israelites should only serve the Lord their God.
- The speaker warns against following other gods, as it will lead to destruction.
Conclusion
- The speaker concludes by emphasizing that people should fear the Lord and keep his commandments.
Understanding the Image of God
In this section, the speaker discusses the concept of the image of God and how it relates to Genesis 1:26-27.
The Image of God in Genesis
- In Exodus 24, Moses and others saw a similar image of God that was not shown to them in Horeb.
- Genesis 1:26 states that man was made in the image and likeness of God.
- Genesis 1:27 further emphasizes that man was created in the image of God, male and female.
Misconceptions About Images
In this section, the speaker addresses misconceptions about images and their place in scripture.
No Images?
- Some people believe that there should be no images because they have an issue with Revelation 1:14.
- However, this belief is not supported by other parts of scripture.
The White Man's Influence
- People who assimilate to be like white men will die.
- Those who reject images after discovering their Israelite heritage are hypocritical.
Adam Was Black
In this section, the speaker discusses Adam's race as described in scripture.
Adam's Race
- Adam, the first man according to scripture, was black.