It is quite wonderful to see that, according to the book of Numbers, in the Israelites encamping in array, their formation shows us that God is mingled with the created man, forming a unit of eternal and perfect government. In the first chapter of Numbers we see the formation of the army to fight for […]
Being Bold and Victorious like Lions toward sin, and Willing to Serve man like an Ox
February 24, 2017 by 3 Comments
The four living creatures in Ezekiel 1 are the unique and complete expression of Christ; they have the face of a man (a genuine and proper man), of a lion (boldness, vigor, strength, victory, and reigning), of an ox (willing to labor, bear the burden, and sacrifice), and eagle (powerful, buoyant, and transcendent). The appearance […]
Jacob’s Prophesying with Blessing: Judah, a type of Christ as the Ultimate Overcomer
November 5, 2014 by 2 Comments
Jacob prophesied with blessing concerning his sons; according to the Old Testament, the twelve sons of Jacob are arranged in four groups of three. Jacob’s speaking concerning Reuben, Simeon, and Levi was not so positive: they didn’t receive the blessing but were rather scattered and even judged because of their disposition and actions. Their history […]
