Category: Expounding The Word

The Fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil

7/20/2019

~ Expounding the Parable ~

On a deeper level, the story of the garden of Eden and the trees and the fruit they produced serve as a parable… for the Word of יהוה communicates through parables. One of the most profound of the parables communicated in the Scriptures is the parable that men are as trees who are known by their fruit. Through understanding the parable as well as which “trees” represented the lamp and the priests in the tabernacle in the wilderness, the type of tree that Adam & Eve likely ate from will come into focus.

The story of the garden and the trees and the fruit they produced serve as a parable about MEN. Precept upon precept, Christ (aka the Righteous Branch) later expounded the parable.

Why Barley is Disqualified as Firstfruits

1/9/2019

Q. Is barley the firstfruits which the Scriptures are referring to?

Response: The short answer is no. Christ is not referred to as the Righteous Barley, or the Righteous Blade of Grass, or the Righteous Cereal Grain. Christ - the Firstfruit - is referred to as a Branch… the Righteous Branch.

Here’s the long answer:

Firstfruits are a shadow of Christ… for Christ is the Firstfruit of the resurrection (1 Cor 15:20-23). Throughout the writings of Moses and the Prophets, the Creator and Author of the story uses a branch to represent Christ. That is why Christ is referred to as a Branch… the Righteous Branch (Jer 23:5, Jer 33:15, Isa 11:1, Zec 3:8, Zec 6:12).

Nowhere in the Scriptures is Christ referred to as the “Righteous Blade of Grass” or the “Righteous Cereal Grain”. Rather, Christ is referred to as a branch… of a tree… for men are as trees and are known by their fruit.

Even the very definition of firstfruits disqualifies barley. Here is the Strong’s entry for firstfruit (H1061):

The True Root is Not the Hebrew Root

1/14/2018

Ironically, the Hebrew root identifies with the olive tree... a tree that is self-pollinated by the wind, a tree that produces fruit so bitter it is not palatable raw, a tree that contains a seed that is as hard as stone. And let's not forget about its oil… oil that comes forth from the flesh.

Yet, according to Isaiah, the Branch will come forth from the root of Jesse. In contrast to the bitter (H4784 - rebellious) fruit of the olive tree, the Righteous Branch produces the fruit of FAITHFULNESS… the fruit of RIGHTEOUSNESS and JUSTICE (Isa 11:1-5, Jer 23:55, Jer 33:15).

The Two Anointed Ones: The Two Trees in Zechariah 4

1/1/2017

He said to me, "Do you not know what these are?" I said, "No, my lord."
Then he said, "These are the two anointed ones who stand by the Lord of the whole earth." (Zech 4:11-14)

[Note: Before reading this article, it may be beneficial to read the articles “Rethinking the Olive Tree” and “Who Let the Other Tree In the Orchard”, as these two articles deeply expound some of the principles discussed here and may serve to lay a foundation for the information presented throughout this article.]

In recognizing that the Word of יהוה communicates through parables, we have learned to pay extremely close attention to the imagery conveyed in a passage. We have also learned the significance of applying the principles of His kingdom as we read and interpret His Word.

The passage in Zechariah 4 shares a prophetic description of what shall occur in the last days. Included in the passage is the following imagery:

The Day the Dead & Living Are Brought Out

12/10/2016

But God led the people around by the way of the wilderness toward the Red Sea.
And the people of Israel went up out of the land of Egypt equipped for battle.
Moses took the bones of Joseph with him, for Joseph had made the sons of Israel solemnly swear,
saying, “God will surely visit you, and you shall carry up my bones with you from here. (Exo 13:18-19)

The Word of יהוה communicates through parables. To the crowds, the Righteous Branch spoke in parables. Privately to His branches, He explained everything. When asked the reason why He spoke in parables, He responded:

The Seed & the Famine of Joseph

10/2/2016

The Word of יהוה communicates through parables. He declares the end from the beginning. The story of the famine during the time of Joseph is no exception. For the story of the famine during the time of Joseph serves as a parable and an overview of the tribulation described in Revelation.

Which Translation Is Accurate?

10/1/2016

Many people seem to be concerned with finding the right translation. May people ask which translation is the most accurate. Through trial and error, we have learned to guard ourselves against thinking that any translation is without error including the Hebrew translation... for we understand that our Father Himself warned us that the pen of the scribes has lied (Jer 8:8).

If the Shadow was an Almond Branch...

6/13/2016

Aaron’s branch budded, blossomed and yielded ripening almonds [Num 17]. This almond branch serves as a shadow or parable of the Righteous Branch prophesied by Jeremiah:

Do Not Do As They Do in the Land of Canaan...

5/14/2016

“…you shall not do as they do in the land of Canaan, to which I am bringing you.
You shall not walk in their statutes...” (Lev 18:3)

And יהוה spoke to Moses, saying, "Speak to the children of Israel and say to them, I am יהוה your Magistrate. You shall not do as they do in the land of Egypt, where you lived, and you shall not do as they do in the land of Canaan, to which I am bringing you. You shall not walk in their statutes. You shall follow My rules and keep My statutes and walk in them. I am יהוה your Magistrate. You shall therefore keep My statutes and My rules; if a person does them, he shall live by them: I am יהוה. (Lev 18:1-5)

This is one passage that many seem to be turning a deaf ear. Perhaps many think this passage does not apply to us today. Pay special attention to the following instruction:

Pomegranate Translated for Almond

3/9/2016

I went down to the nut orchard to look at the blossoms [H3] of the valley,
to see whether the vines had budded, whether the [pomegranates] were in bloom. (Song of Sol 6:11)

Did You Know...

1/27/2016

Rethinking the Olive Tree

10/15/2015

Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness,
who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter! [Isa 5:20]

Heat, Harvest & Tribulation

9/1/2015

The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man. The field is the world, and the good seed is the sons of the kingdom. The [false seed/grain] are the sons of the evil one, and the enemy who sowed them is the devil.
The harvest is the end of the age, and the reapers are angels. Just as the [false seed/grain] are gathered and burned with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. The Son of Man will send his angels,
and they will gather out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all law-breakers,
and throw them into the fiery furnace. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.
(Mat 13:37-43)

Disciples Consecrated as Priests

2/27/2015

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You shall bring Aaron and his sons to the door
of the tent of meeting and wash them with water. (Exo 29:4)

The Messiah answered him, “What I am doing you do not understand now, but afterward you will understand.” (Joh 13:7)

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Tsitsit & Blossom

2/23/2015

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Your people shall all be righteous; they shall possess the land forever,
the branch of my planting, the work of my hands, that I might be glorified. (Isa 60:21)

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Almond Tree vs. Olive Tree

1/30/2015

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Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. (Luk 8:11)

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Plant of Renown

1/16/2015

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And I will raise up for them a plant of renown,
and they shall be no more consumed with hunger in the land,
neither bear the shame of the heathen any more. (Eze 34:29)

A tree is a plant. Throughout the Word of God, people are compared to trees. The garden in Eden is described as an orchard in Eden…a planting of trees...So this plant of renown in Ezekiel seems to refer to something planted (figuratively referring to men) that serves as an appellation, mark, honor, authority, character. This "plant" or "planting" serves as food. This "plant" or "planting" serves to take away shame...click here to read Plant of Renown.

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I AM WHO I AM (Exo 3:14)

1/13/2015

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He is the Rock, His work is perfect: for all His ways are judgment:
a God of truth and without iniquity, just and right is He. (Deu 32:4)

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
steadfast love and faithfulness go before you. (Psa 89:14)

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The Fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil

Why Barley is Disqualified as Firstfruits

The True Root is Not the Hebrew Root

The Two Anointed Ones: The Two Trees in Zechariah 4

The Day the Dead & Living Are Brought Out

The Seed & the Famine of Joseph

Which Translation Is Accurate?

If the Shadow was an Almond Branch...

Do Not Do As They Do in the Land of Canaan...

Pomegranate Translated for Almond

Did You Know...

Rethinking the Olive Tree

Heat, Harvest & Tribulation

Disciples Consecrated as Priests

Tsitsit & Blossom

Almond Tree vs. Olive Tree

Plant of Renown

I AM WHO I AM (Exo 3:14)

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