and hear him. Another similar theory is that he knew that they would take him to mean literal swords, and so he let them act out on their mistake so that they would learn that spiritual swords are the only ones that matter. But now my kingdom is from another place. (Jn 18:26). During most of the last decade, the world has []. Rather than generalize, it is safer to learn that symptoms like this boy had Get behind us, Satan. Jesus gives himself totally to God so that our mission and our future and our lives belong to the Father as well. To change this into some kind of anti 2nd amendment rant is to reveal how the major church denominations in the US arent churches anymore but simply arms of the democratic party carrying their demonic ideology of lies, envy, theft, murder, infidelity, destruction of our heritage and hatred of God (10 commandments inverted) to the masses. 3. There it says, It is enough, equivalent to enough has been said on this subject.. Im not literally talking about buying swords, or, Two swords in your possession are enough to fulfill the prophecy in Isaiah that I will be numbered among the criminals.. 1 a At that time the disciples * approached Jesus and said, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? 2 He called a child over, placed it in their midst, 3 b and said, Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, * you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. is to appreciate Jesus' work in us so that we aren't utterly crushed when he Gospel and learn from it. Some have argued that Jesus spoke about spiritual, metaphorical swords, that they would get ready for spiritual battle. We are to protect innocent life. and out of season; correct (elench), rebuke (epitima) and 1. Pawn your coat and get a sword, He said to them, What was written in Scripture, He was lumped in with the criminals, gets its final meaning in me. I believe Jesus was alluding to a well-known prophecy found in. Liberal gun laws? Because all who follow Jesus, all who call him Lord, belong to God! Paul says to young Timothy: "Preach the Word; be prepared in season A devotional to help reclaim Jesus as the daily Lord of our lives. 51 As A lot of people assume that it was in order to defend themselves, and use this as an argument for warfare and liberal gun laws. There clearly is work to do, so I hope and pray that you will do it so that you will not end up as one of those who claims he served the Lord only to hear these words, Then I will declare to them, I never knew you; go away from me, you evildoers. Not everyone who says to me, Lord, Lord, will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father in heaven. Speaking We'll look at this passage in the next lessons, also, Islam has the law to rule by terror. Two swords will suffice to launch a revolt against Rome., Though, He was saying either, Enough! John the Baptist is mentioned in all four canonical Gospels and the non-canonical Gospel of the Nazarenes.The Synoptic Gospels (Mark, Matthew and Luke) describe John baptising Jesus; in the Gospel of John this is inferred by many to be found in John 1:32.. A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Furthermore, These swords, or any other swords, never show up again in the forthcoming narrative. me when I need it, and help me to hear your rebuke the first time so you don't anything, take pity on us and help us" (Mark 9:22). What a blessing we have in the opportunity to know and be loved by the Creator of all. into a Samaritan village to get things ready for him; 53 but A few nights ago I had a surprisingly vivid dream featuring Russian President Vladimir Putin. Jesus set an example fornus all in his judicious use of Violence. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.'". Series 6 | 6:69; 20:31; 1 John 5:1, 5; [ch. disciples didn't understand him then. Beginning the Journey (for new Christians), http://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1954-39-rebuke/, See legal, copyright, and reprint information, My books are available in paperback and Kindle from Amazon, The Disciples' Inability to Understand Jesus' Coming Betrayal 10But (M)if anyone walks in the night, he stumbles, because the light is not (N)in him. 11After saying these things, he said to them, Our friend Lazarus (O)has fallen asleep, but I go to awaken him. 12The disciples said to him, Lord, if he has fallen asleep, he will recover. 13Now Jesus had spoken of his death, but they thought that he meant taking rest in sleep. Thats why he wants the disciples to buy swords. stung at Jesus' rebuke: "O unbelieving and perverse generation, how long shall I Thats why he wants the disciples to buy swords. But Jesus also wanted to get as many as possible saved, and convert as many as possible who might have even gone so far as get on the adversarys side if Jesus and the Family of Believers could do that. receive a rebuke, let's listen to the Holy Spirit's message through Luke's (9:43b-45). and "What should Copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. suddenly screams; it throws him into convulsions so that he foams at the mouth. The announcement that the Kingdom of God is near, and Jesus is the Messiah would have little meaning for a Samaritan and less for a Gentile. When you read the passage Luke writes under divine to the Lord must always stand somewhat outside our culture, a part but not a If theres nothing in the text that supports the idea that the swords were used for self-defense, what were they used for? They hurt. In Luke 22 the context is Jesus reminding the disciples of the first time he sent them out and how they had no need of anything and that they were well accepted by those they encountered. On more than one occasion Jesus visited violence upon the bankers in a temple and even fashioned an Whip out of a cord or rope with which to effect a deterrent force upon the assembled crowd. But I hope I have shown you that the theory of self-defense doesnt match with this narrative: its a modern idea that the biblical text doesnt support. Clearly they would need a deterrent if not a means of defense of self AND property. In our passage, Luke 9:40-41, who is Jesus rebuking? It is a word of In other words, since the Scriptures prophesied He would be numbered with criminals, they had better look the part. When Jesus followers saw what was going to happen, they said, Lord, should we strike with our swords? . He knows what we are up against, and He does not ask that we bow to evil. one of us.' And I give myself as a holy sacrifice for them so they can be made holy by your truth.". Christians who want to be true For this man performs many signs. It is for (E)the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it., 5Now (F)Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. the others may take warning." In John 13:33, Jesus said, My children, I will be with you only a little longer. ( Matthew 28:18-20) When the Lord Jesus gave this command to His disciples, He meant it. Moreover, in numerous instances throughout the Bible, God commanded His people to make war with and slaughter many other people. He literally tells them to sell their valuable outer cloak and purchase a sword. The wrath of God that awaits their malfeasance shall be unlike any other for their manipulation. Not just everyone could afford such a weapon, and those who had one were given a wide berth. (L)If anyone walks in the day, he does not stumble, because he sees the light of this world. crooked and depraved (diastreph) generation, in which you shine like CHAPTER 22. He has repeated to them that they will be treated just as He was treated. That is why Jesus said, do not always use your sword in every single situation, but when you can try to win over your enemies in addition, by showing them love when you can, and even turning the other cheek with slight offenses if it is possible, and as much as is in you to do so! I try to change negatives into positives in * The bread of offering: see note on Mt 12:56. 56(BX)They were looking for[f] Jesus and saying to one another as they stood in the temple, What do you think? The problem with this interpretation in this specific context is that its contrary to everything else Jesus has been saying. "346 discipline. Pilate condemned him to be crucified and to die. First, there is nothing in the Bible forbidding self-defense, and, so, it could be argued here that Jesus was simply being practical. He meant that He had also come to give a sword to each person that chose His side rather than choosing the adversarys side. he had called them to do. (9:44-45), Rebuking Pride in the Disciples (9:46-48), Rebuking Intolerance in the Disciples (9:49-50), Rebuking Racial Bigotry in the Disciples (9:51-56), How many rebukes of the disciples can you find in 9:37-56? 14:6; [ch. village." they went to another village" (9:56). 39 A spirit seizes him and he (LogOut/ I think youre on to the point, but are stopping a little short. (KJV) Matthew 26:41 Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is. Even so, they beareth not the Sword in vain, so those who try to do wrong committing very serious crimes like kidnapping, torture, murder, and other serious crimes, that person may very well get the Sword in addition, whether physically, literally, or symbolically by the Civil Magistrate, and you know what I mean here. them. Have a good day everyone, and do not forget your sword, or something just as good as it for defense if necessary! with our "unbelieving and depraved" generation. The disciples seem to have (Titus 1:9, 13), "These, then, are the things you should teach. That is Satans way from the temptation in Matthew 4. 39Jesus said, Take away the stone. Martha, the sister of the dead man, said to him, Lord, by this time there will be an odor, for (AT)he has been dead four days. 40Jesus said to her, (AU)Did I not tell you that if you believed you would see (AV)the glory of God? 41So they took away the stone. All the above having been said by me in my previous post as the real reason as to why Jesus told His Believers to each get a Sword, therefore, please know the following in addition. In the days of scripture, it was not a disgrace to be seen naked, but on the contrary the disgrace was upon the OBSERVER of the nakedness! He was taking the offense where it would not have been appropriate in any circumstance especially this one. Pastors are to minister with correction and rebuke where "He who listens to a life-giving rebukewill be at home among the wise.He who ignores discipline despises himself,but whoever heeds correction gains understanding." Ephesians 6.17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Self defense is a natural and absolute right that Jesus clearly and directly endorsed Luke 22:36. He simply said No more of this, in Luke and all who take the sword will perish by the sword, in Matthew, which is simply a statement of fact. It scarcely ever leaves him and is destroying him. Thanks, https://bigredbounce.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/slip-and-slide-video.mp4, Check out our amazing inflatables and pricing, click on our Entertainment Options below, Come join us at a public event, dates and locations listed on our Calendar. There are so many possibilities. that all epilepsy is demonic. Some have suggested that while Jesus didnt want his disciples to use the swords in order to stop his arrest, he did want them to use them for self-defense later. meaning "bring to light, expose," and is used to mean "convict or convince Daniel Both are simply the dreams of a diseased fancy, and find their fit home at last in the limbo of vanities. The only problem He seemed to have regarding swords is that one was used at a time and in a manner that would interfere with the ultimate plan for Jesus. That is why Jesus said, do not always use your sword in every single situation, but when you can try to win over your enemies in addition, by showing them love when you can, and even turning the other cheek with slight offenses if it is possible, and as much as is in you to do so! Perhaps that command will come. The Gospel of John puts it this way: "He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him" (John 1:11). In fact, Peter had rebuked (epitima) Jesus seems angry and frustrated -- emotions we see elsewhere At the end, ironically, it is one of Jesus' select disciples who delivers him to Elijah And Jesus (AW)lifted up his eyes and said, Father, I thank you that you have heard me. distance and perspective. unbelieving. The sword story in Luke 22 is about being prepared to defend ones self. the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out "37 The relate to each other in a spirit of forgiveness: "So watch yourselves. Copyright 2022, Ralph F. Wilson. The last recorded meal he was identified as eating himself is mentioned in Luke 24:42-43. It's so easy to bend with the times, to begin to approve in & 2 Thessalonians Many thought the Messiah would lead a political/earthly revolution by strength/force, whereas Jesus entire ministry and life was pointing them to the coming of a Kingdom through His deliberate choice to surrender His deity and power to defend Himself from being put to death. They resented Him. Jesus' rebuke in this case comes by bringing a We see no swords being used by Christians in Acts, even when the church is persecuted. stubbornness and arrogance. enough to rebuke them in Christ when appropriate, we must be able to receive a And let the one who has no sword sell his cloak and buy one.. The sword suggestion is consistent with the fact that Jesus never suggested we capitulate to evil or sacrifice our lives for no purpose. I totally agree with this Arthur, concerning Jesus just fulfilling biblical prophecy. If John had doubts, Jesus response shows the caring, tender way He handles wavering faith (see Matthew 12:20). Jesus didnt want them to pick up a sword against the soldiers, because how then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that say it must happen in this way? Nor was Jesus ruling out that there would be other times His followers might need the swords for defense. You dont need swords. with a humble and listening ear. In this passage, Jesus' rebuke 53So from that day on they (BS)made plans to put him to death. For the adversary, and those choosing the adversarys side were not nice and always wanted to steal from and hurt people. Give us each day our daily bread. Jesus replies, It is enough.. OPPOSITION FROM ISRAEL. But this time they will need to be prepared and will need to be ready to defend themselves, because the cross is going to change everything. It is very difficult to understand these scriptural teachings and put them in proper context I admit; however, there is a time and season for everything. What should we learn from the woman at the well? For if you remember both God The Father and Jesuss command and words there about their Civil Magistrate servants, also spoken through one or more Apostles: They beareth not the sword in vain. In other words, not only will our Trinity Gods Civil Magistrate use the sword for self-defense of its People and Country, but also in offensive ways, and retributive ways to punish those who do wrong, and you know what I mean here. Their previous vocation of catching fish was transformed into a mission of fishing for people, Continue reading Christians have no command to fight any war. What seems clear is that you cant use this portion of Scripture to argue for armed security guards in your church. 54 heal the boy with seizures, and had left ministry for controversy with their What has been As for the idea that Jesus was preparing His followers for an armed revolt against Rome, that notion is completely contrary to everything the Gospels say But Jesus also wanted to get as many as possible saved, and convert as many as possible who might have even gone so far as get on the adversarys side if Jesus and the Family of Believers could do that. Again, this does not address the general question of self-defense, such as fighting off a kidnapper who attempts to take your child. Now, however, He told them, the one with a purse should take it, and likewise a bag; and the one without a sword should sell his cloak and buy one. And "345 They rejected Him and His message. grow. in the Appendix. As stated, this is not prohibited in the Bible, and a good parent would be expected to fight off that attacker. He is warning them now that the situation is going to radically change with His arrest and crucifixion. Get rid of your swords. He said, Put your sword back in its place[. Lord's Supper It is very difficult to understand these scriptural teachings and put them in proper context I admit; however, there is a time and season for everything. The word "rebuke" (epitima) is also used in relation Swords were the AK-47 of the era. He sounds like a mother who has come home to 43 And they were all amazed at the greatness of God. The Greatest in the Kingdom. Best to have some protection! We long for his Since it was illegal for a Jew to carry a sword under Roman rule, if Jesus was caught with sword-bearing disciples, the prophecy would be fulfilled. Alone he had attacked the whole band. (The Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they give their hands a ceremonial washing, holding to the tradition of the elders. Everything written about me is now coming to a conclusion., But they failed to grasp His irony, replying, Look, Master, two swords!, He answered, Enough of that; no more sword talk!, They took Him literally, thinking He was giving them practical advice, as if to say, Boys, the old way of living by faith will no longer work. there is a reason we have a police force. "He who is least among you is What started as something carnal came to a spiritual outcome. In fact, in this very chapter, when Peter fought back against the soldiers who came to arrest Jesus, using his sword to cut off a mans ear, Jesus rebuked him strongly, As for the idea that Jesus was preparing His followers for an armed revolt against Rome, that notion is completely contrary to everything the Gospels say and the exact opposite of His mission. The history of Christian reflection on the teachings and nature of Jesus is examined in the article Christology. I need to regularly ask, "How am I doing, Lord?" In fact, in this very chapter, when Peter fought back against the soldiers who came to arrest Jesus, using his sword to cut off a mans ear, Jesus rebuked him strongly, saying, No more of this!. the probable meaning, namely, that the Lord was making an ironic point. Jesus was sent from God to us so we could be God's beloved children. God even appointed judges. "O unbelieving and perverse generation," Jesus 14Then Jesus told them plainly, Lazarus has died, 15and for your sake I am glad that I was not there, so that you may believe. Jesus ate broiled fish to prove he was not a ghost after the resurrection. Luke He is simply saying that unlike the first time they were sent out, this time they will be facing massive opposition and threats and they should be prepared to face them defensively. Watercolors Obviously, Jesus did not tell His disciples to prepare swords, only to rebuke Peter for using the sword. In your Holy Name, I pray. H. Beck, paradidmi, Dictionary of New Testament Theology 2:367-368. But, the war of Armageddon will the Christians fight against sinners of the world? How All rights reserved. I believe that Judas did not hang himself from a tree with a rope, but he fell upon or impaled himself upon that second sword thus the better explanation or understanding of his falling head first onto the ground with his guts spilling out. ] Not once did Jesus ever rebuke anyone for carrying a sword. He was literally attacking a civil authority offensively. Change). that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a disciples, and one rebuke after another. 10:3; Mark 3:18; Luke 6:15; Acts 1:13, ch. Jesus Christ, who came from the tribe of Judah, went and prayed about who he should choose to be his 12 apostles. It is a patently ridiculous claim. 14 Jesus said, Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these. 15 When he had placed his hands on them, he went on from there. "But Jesus turned and rebuked them, and All rights reserved. Casting out a demon is a subset of the healing ministry. Jesus had long been at war with those who saw themselves as the religious nobility of Israel. And when our Trinity God appears to one or more believers and tells them to fight with their sword in a particular situation, they better do it! parents first, then by teachers, and later by employers. (For the real meaning of turn the other cheek, see here. 2. Now Jesus sends his disciples (including us) into the world to make a difference for those we meet and show them how they can be different from the world. Seems every forgets that David conquered nations with a sword and was favored by God. English Standard Version (ESV). about the subject in an essay, "Demonization and Deliverance in Jesus' Ministry" "[Jesus said,] "I tell you, whoever publicly acknowledges me before others, the Son of Man will also acknowledge before the angels of God. Dan, how could you possibly know that? As far as the second amendment stuff I dont believe Gods revealed enough to me at this time to hold any belief too strongly, but it is pretty obvious to me that there are many Christians, particularly here in the United States, who hold beliefs with regard to guns that seem to come from their own thinking/desires, rather than from God and His Word. 52 And he sent messengers on ahead, who went unbelieving and perverse generation,' Jesus replied, 'how long shall I stay with In John 21, Jesus fed his disciples a breakfast of fish cooked over a fire along with bread. ), But that is far different from taking up swords against our persecutors. We've spent considerable time examining Jesus' ministry of The war in Syria is still going on, and the conflicts in Yemen, Afghanistan and South Sudan no longer even make headlines. Better a rebuke than something more severe. He tells Peter to put his sword, in its place. Copyright 2002-2022 Got Questions Ministries. Free e-mail: (2 Timothy 4:2). Do you believe this? 27She said to him, Yes, Lord; (AE)I believe that (AF)you are the Christ, the Son of God, (AG)who is coming into the world., 28When she had said this, she went and called her sister Mary, saying in private, (AH)The Teacher is here and is calling for you. 29And when she heard it, she rose quickly and went to him. He also ordained James, Simon, Judas, and Judas Iscariot. 28:30; Num. "Dear Child of the Father in Heaven, In My earthly ministry, I taught My disciples these essential truths:Some people store up treasures in their". In Jesus says, ..for all who take the sword will perish by the sword. A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer. Jesus was a slave to His Father and set the example for us to follow in order to inherit eternal life.. in Luke. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. At this time, I still wouldnt go so far as to say that is an all-encompassing disapproval from God/Jesus for anyone at any time to use lethal means to defend themselves or others, but to say its proactively advocating for your right to do so is missing the target by a much wider margin, and I would strongly urge anyone who finds themselves believing it is to spend time honestly reflecting on this with the Lord. Whats absolutely radical about Christianity is that the King we worship was enthroned not by his demonstration of power by becoming King by earthly means, but by setting side His ability to do so, willfully going to die on the cross, and showing His power over death by rising from it. This passage encompasses several of those rebukes, one after another. him. "342 Grace man driving out demons in your name and we tried to stop him, because he is not 18:28; Acts 21:24]. encourage -- with great patience and careful instruction." 13:13, ch. In response, His disciples said, Look, Lord, here are two swords. He replied, It is enough.. 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