Urbana
The term "Urbana" does not appear directly in most traditional biblical texts; however, it is often associated with a location mentioned in the context of biblical history. Urbana is thought to refer to a city or location in the region of Canaan. In some biblical commentaries, it is identified with the town of "Urbain," which is linked to the tribe of Judah. In the broader context, the name Urbana itself means "of the city" or "belonging to the city," derived from the Latin "urbanus." While no specific biblical verses mention Urbana directly, the significance of urban centers in the ancient Near East is well-documented, as cities were often centers of trade, culture, and governance. The cities of refuge, for example, were strategically established in various urban locations for the protection and justice of the people (Numbers 35:9-34). Thus, while Urbana may not be a focal point in biblical narratives, it falls within the broader understanding of the role cities played in biblical history and society.
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19 Reasons Why I Am Going to Urbana
By George Verwer1.5K46:09PSA 100:4MAT 28:19JHN 14:6ACT 4:12ROM 12:5EPH 2:81TI 4:12The video is a sermon transcript about the Urbana event, which is an international, interdenominational, and interracial gathering focused on spreading the message of the gospel. The speaker highlights the impact of the event, particularly in terms of the Lordship of Christ, and how the message has reached a wide audience through videos and tapes. The video emphasizes the importance of faith and expectation leading up to the Urbana event, as well as the need to be positive and praise God for the work He is doing in the world. The speaker also mentions the opportunity to learn about God's work in different nations through first-hand reports and missionary exhibits.
Urbana 96 What Did God Do
By George Verwer81939:56MAT 28:19ACT 13:2The video mentioned in the sermon transcript is titled "Lordship of Christ" and was recorded at Urbana 87. It was described as a powerful and widely circulated video even ten years later. The speaker, George Vower, was initially struggling with English as it was not his first language, but he became more comfortable and free when speaking through his wife and with interpretation. The video received positive responses, although some older generation leaders may have found it unusual.
Why Go to Urbana 1996
By George Verwer79611:03PSA 96:3ISA 6:8MAT 6:33MAT 9:38ACT 1:8ROM 10:142TI 2:2The video is a sermon on the Lordship of Christ and the importance of the Urbana event in spreading the message of the gospel. The speaker highlights the impact of Urbana and the commitment of the organization to take the gospel to every person in the world. He encourages listeners to use the cassette tape to redeem their time and share it with others who may catch the vision for missions. The speaker also reflects on his own experience as a speaker at Urbana and the powerful response he witnessed, emphasizing the importance of knowing God and being an effective witness.