Book Of Life
The "Book of Life" is a significant concept found in several passages throughout the Bible, symbolizing God's record of those who are granted eternal life. In the Old Testament, it is mentioned in Exodus 32:32-33, where Moses pleads with God to forgive the sins of the Israelites, asking that if not, God may blot him out of His book. This indicates that the Book of Life is associated with divine judgment and the fate of the people, highlighting a relationship between obedience to God and inclusion in this book.In the New Testament, the Book of Life takes on a more developed meaning. Philippians 4:3 references names written in the Book of Life, suggesting that it includes individuals who have accepted Christ and are part of the community of believers. Revelation 20:12 and 21:27 further elaborate on its significance, stating that those not found in the Book of Life will face judgment and exclusion from the eternal presence of God. Thus, the Book of Life represents a divine ledger of those who will inherit salvation, emphasizing the grace and mercy extended to believers through faith in Jesus Christ.
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The Lamb's Book of Life
By T. Austin-Sparks2.4K55:28EXO 32:31PHP 4:3HEB 12:23REV 13:8In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of life as the ultimate criterion and completing factor for humanity. They emphasize that man's disobedience led to the withholding of this completing factor, resulting in a life marked by vanity and unfulfilled quests. The speaker urges the audience to test this concept and highlights the importance of the word "life" in the book of Revelation. They also mention that the issue of life becomes the central focus as we approach the end of the present world. The sermon concludes by highlighting the divide between those who have this life and those who do not, with the former being written in the Lamb's book of life.
(Revelation) the Importance of the Book
By Willie Mullan1.9K1:05:03JHN 1:4REV 4:10REV 5:9REV 5:13REV 6:1REV 14:3In this sermon, the preacher describes a vision of the heavenly throne room. He envisions four beasts representing different faces, including a lion and an ox. The preacher also mentions angels and saints in the vision. The central focus is on the lamb in the midst of the throne, symbolizing Jesus Christ, who has power and authority. The sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing Christ's power and the worship of the lamb who was slain.