Bible Study Timeline

Weekly studies on Matthew 24:36 and Mark 13:32

March 16, 2025 - Part 19

Recording date of "A Closer Look at Matthew 24:36 and Mark 13:32" by Bible Ministries International.

Main Events

  • Continued study of Greek words in Matthew 24:36
  • Focus on "neither," "angels," "heaven," and beginning examination of "except"
  • References to previous discussions on the direct object ("the")

Past Events Mentioned

  • Previous week's study on Greek adverb "neither" and its forms
  • Earlier discussions of direct object "day" in biblical Greek
  • Old Testament prophecies and events (Psalm 78:2, Isaiah 6:9-10, Exodus, Garden of Eden)
  • New Testament events (Jesus' birth, teachings, parables, crucifixion, resurrection)

Future Events Mentioned

  • Next study will cover last two words in Matthew 24:36 ("my father only")
  • Future comparison between Hebrew and Greek versions of Matthew 24:36
  • Study of Mark 13:32 to follow
  • The Day of Judgment and new heavens/earth

Key Ideas

Main Theme

Detailed word-by-word examination of Matthew 24:36 emphasizing significance of each Greek word, its scriptural occurrences, and theological implications.

Deep Dive into Matthew 24:36

  • "Neither" (οὐδέ - oude): Greek adverb with six forms, appears 120 times in NT
  • "The" (οἱ - hoi): Direct object referring to Angels, appears 20,444 times in Greek NT
  • "Angels" (ἄγγελοι - angeloi): Appears 21 other times; must distinguish between:
    1. Heavenly Messengers (Spirit beings)
    2. The Angel of Jehovah (Christ)
    3. God's redeemed
  • "Of Heaven" (τοῦ οὐρανοῦ - tou ouranou): Noun appearing 41 times in this form
  • "Except" (εἰ μή - ei mé): Disjunctive negative particle appearing over 900 times
  • "My Father" (ὁ πατήρ μου - ho patér mou): Pronoun "my" appears over 500 times

Principle of Parables

Jesus spoke in parables to fulfill prophecy (Matthew 13:34-35 quoting Psalm 78:2) and to hide truth from those not given understanding (Matthew 13:13-15 quoting Isaiah 6:9-10).

Every word in the Bible can be seen as having a parabolic element, requiring believers to seek deeper meanings.

Spiritual Discernment

Understanding requires "ears to hear" and "eyes to see" - gifts from God (Matthew 13:11, 16-17). Illustrated in Luke 24:13-35 (Road to Emmaus) where disciples couldn't recognize Jesus until God opened their eyes.

Key Figures

Divine Beings

  • Jesus Christ: Son of God, central figure, referred to as Messiah, Lord, Good Shepherd
  • God the Father: Only one who knows day/hour of Jesus' return
  • Holy Spirit: Given to guide believers into truth

Old Testament Figures

  • Moses: Led Israelites out of Egypt, type of Christ
  • Pharaoh (Thutmose III): Type of Satan
  • Adam and Eve: First humans, deceived by serpent/Satan
  • Gideon: Encountered Angel of Jehovah
  • Job: Righteous sufferer, parabolic picture of Christ
  • Solomon: Built temple, prayed in 1 Kings 8

New Testament Figures

  • Herod the Great: Sought to kill infant Jesus, type of Satan
  • John the Baptist: Forerunner who recognized Jesus' sinlessness
  • Disciples: Followers including twelve apostles and two on Emmaus road
  • Ezekiel Maral: Translator of Hebrew Matthew used for comparison

Participants

  • Melanie: Asked about unhappy marriages
  • Jim: Commented on marriage reconciliation
  • Roger: Asked multiple scripture questions
  • Al: Asked about Moses and Adam/Eve
  • Charles: Asked about angels and firmament
  • Sean: Asked about Egyptian army drowning

Study Quiz

Question 1

What is the significance of the Greek adverb "neither" (οὐδέ) in Matthew 24:36?

Question 2

What are the three categories of "angels" (ἄγγελοι) discussed?

Question 3

Why did Jesus speak in parables according to Matthew 13?

Question 4

What does the pronoun "my" (μου) in "my Father" reveal about Scripture?

Question 5

How does the Road to Emmaus account illustrate Bible study principles?

March 23, 2025 - Part 20

Study focused on these elements:

  • Key point 1
  • Key point 2
  • Key point 3

Key Ideas

Main Theme

Summary of key concepts studied

Key Figures

Important People

Description of key biblical figures

Study Quiz

Question 1

Quiz question about the study