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Описание: Title: Communion

Memory Text:

“Now these things happened to them as an example,
but they were written down for our instruction, on whom the end of
the ages has come” (1 Corinthians 10:11, ESV).

Summary:

In the book of Joshua, there is a sense that the life of its main character points beyond itself to a reality that is much greater than the man himself. We see this principle all through the Bible, such as with the land of Canaan, a symbol of our eternal hope in a new earth. And, of course, the earthly sanctuary service pointed to a greater reality: “But Christ came as High Priest of the good things to come, with the greater
and more perfect tabernacle not made with hands, that is, not of this
creation” (Heb. 9:11, NKJV).

But the question arises: In what way does Joshua point to a future
fulfillment? How can we be sure that such an interpretation of the
book is legitimate? What are the biblical principles that control the
ap plication of the book of Joshua to New Testament realities and to
end-time events?

This week, we will look at principles of biblical interpretation con
cerning typology. We will study how the Bible itself contains indicators
of typology and how the life of Joshua foreshadows the ministry of the
Messiah and points to symbolism fulfilled in the church as well as in
the consummation of human history.

Further Thought:

“Christ’s mission was not understood by the people of His time. . . . The traditions, maxims, and enactments of men hid from them the lessons which God intended to convey. These maxims and traditions became an obstacle to their understanding and practice of true religion. And when the Reality came, in the person
of Christ, they did not recognize in Him the fulfillment of all their types, the substance of all their shadows.

They rejected the antitype, and clung to their types and useless ceremonies. The Son of God had come, but they continued to ask for a sign. The message, ‘Repent ye; for the kingdom of heaven is at hand,’ they answered by demands for a miracle. . . . The gospel of Christ was a stumbling block to them because they demanded signs instead of a Saviour. They expected the Messiah to prove His claims by mighty deeds of conquest, to establish His empire on the ruins of earthly kingdoms. This expectation Christ answered in the parable of the sower. Not by force of arms, not by
violent interpositions, was the kingdom of God to prevail, but by the
implanting of a new principle in the hearts of men.”—Ellen G. White,
Christ’s Object Lessons, pp. 34, 35.

“The church needs faithful Calebs and Joshuas, who are ready to accept eternal life on God’s simple condition of obedience. Our churches are suffering for laborers. The world is our field. Missionaries are wanted in cities and villages that are more certainly bound by idolatry than are the pagans of the East, who have never seen the light of truth. The true missionary spirit has deserted the churches that make
so exalted a profession; their hearts are no longer aglow with love for
souls and a desire to lead them into the fold of Christ. We want earnest
workers. Are there none to respond to the cry that goes up from every
quarter: ‘Come over . . . and help us’?”—Ellen G. White, Testimonies
for the Church, vol. 4, p. 156.

Discussion Questions:

How does biblical typology help you better understand the
ministry of Jesus Christ on your behalf?

In what respect is our spiritual warfare like the conquest of
Canaan, and how is it different?

Contemplate on the ultimate fulfillment of the Joshua typology.
How does the picture of a world without pain, suffering, and death
give us real hope in the daily struggles of life?

Joshua reflected the character of God to the extent that he foreshadowed the ministry of Christ. What are some practical ways that you can allow Jesus to reflect His character in you more completely?

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