For those who still question the reliability of the Bible and the identity of Jesus Christ, consider this perspective that explores some fundamental reasons, including the significance of the number 7, which is commonly associated with God.
A 7-Day Week.
"In all, the number 7 is used in the Bible more than seven hundred times. If we also include the words related to seven(terms like sevenfold or seventy or seven hundred), the count is higher. The first use of the number 7 in the Bible relates to the creation week in Genesis 1. God spends six days creating the heavens and the earth, and then rests on the seventh day (Genesis 1-2:3). This is our template for the seven-day week, observed around the world to this day." "Thus, right at the start of the Bible, the number 7 is identified with something being “finished” or “complete.” From then on, that association continues, as 7 is often found in contexts involving completeness or divine perfection.” Read more... https://www.gotquestions.org/number-7-seven.html
7 last words of Jesus on the Cross and the meaning.
1) “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing” Luke 23:34
2) “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise" Luke 23:43
3) “Dear Woman, here is your son!” and “Here is your mother!” John 19:26-27
4) “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” Matthew 27:46
5) “I am thirsty” John 19:28
6) “It is finished!” John 19:30
7) "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit." Luke 23:46
7 Foundational Notes of Music. C-D-E-F-G-A-B
“The reason music is such a wonderful blessing is because God Himself designed music. It seems there is a spiritual version of music that exists apart from and transcending our physical universe. The Bible describes glorious music in God’s very throne room in heaven (Revelation 15:1-4).” “In Colossians 3:16 Paul wrote, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” https://lifehopeandtruth.com/bible/bible-study/bible-questions-and-answers/bible-about-music/
"The bible tells us that David played the harp for King Saul and the troubling spirit left him (1 Samuel 16:14-23). The harp has the ability to quiet the soul and bring a level of calm that aids in healing and well being for the listener." David's Harp and Psalms for Peace and Calm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiCdferacD4&t=447s
Rainbows are Commonly Described as Having 7 Colors.
"ROYGBIV or Roy G. Biv is an acronym for the sequence of hues commonly described as making up a rainbow: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ROYGBIV
Genesis 9:8-16: God's covenant with the earth and the sign of the rainbow.
"8 Then God spoke to Noah and to his sons with him, saying: 9 “And as for Me, behold, I establish My covenant with you and with your descendants after you, 10 and with every living creature that is with you: the birds, the cattle, and every beast of the earth with you, of all that go out of the ark, every beast of the earth. 11 Thus I establish My covenant with you: Never again shall all flesh be cut off by the waters of the flood; never again shall there be a flood to destroy the earth.
12 And God said: “This is the sign of the covenant which I make between Me and you, and every living creature that is with you, for perpetual generations: 13 I set My rainbow in the cloud, and it shall be for the sign of the covenant between Me and the earth. 14 It shall be, when I bring a cloud over the earth, that the rainbow shall be seen in the cloud; 15 and I will remember My covenant which is between Me and you and every living creature of all flesh; the waters shall never again become a flood to destroy all flesh. 16 The rainbow shall be in the cloud, and I will look on it to remember the everlasting covenant between God and every living creature of all flesh that is on the earth.”
"Ark Encounter features a full-size Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high, this modern engineering marvel amazes visitors young and old.” The Ark Prepared by Noah: Genesis 6:13-22.
Summary: "In this video, we’ll be looking at overwhelming evidence that supports the location of Noah’s Ark. We’ll also end with a faith lesson about what God would desire for us to learn from this event. I really believe this video will be life-changing and transforming to your life." "The story of Noah’s Ark is one of the most intriguing stories known to mankind. It can be found in around 200 different accounts around the world and on almost every continent."
"Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12
"The Romans Road to salvation is a method based on the biblical principles found in the New Testament book of Romans to explain how a person can come to faith in Jesus Christ. Shared with millions of people around the world, the Romans Road explains why we need salvation, how God provided salvation, how we can receive salvation, and the results of salvation.” https://www.compellingtruth.org/Romans-Road-salvation.html
Additional reasons to have faith and optimism regarding the future. understandingthetimes.info
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