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Receiving the 12 Blessings of Israel
Unique, Fascinating Look at How God's Promises to Israel Apply to Today
We read throughout the Bible about God blessing his people, but most of us don't realize that these blessings are still meant for today--and for us.
In this accessible study, pastor and international leader Paul Thangiah connects ancient biblical texts to modern-day life. Exploring Jacob's final blessings over his twelve sons in Genesis and Moses' parting blessings to the twelve tribes in Deuteronomy, Thangiah sheds light on the history of those on whom these blessings were bestowed. With keen insight, he examines the background of each of Jacob's sons, the significance of each name and personal situation, and what the Bible says about his descendants. Then, he shows how each of the twelve tribes saw the fulfillment of both Jacob's and Moses' prophetic blessings.
Yet these blessings didn't cease at the end of the Old Testament, says Thangiah, revealing how they were powerfully and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus. You will be encouraged and inspired to discover how God's promises to his people extend beyond Israel to include all who've been grafted in through Christ--and how you can still enjoy these prophetic blessings today.
We read throughout the Bible about God blessing his people, but most of us don't realize that these blessings are still meant for today--and for us.
In this accessible study, pastor and international leader Paul Thangiah connects ancient biblical texts to modern-day life. Exploring Jacob's final blessings over his twelve sons in Genesis and Moses' parting blessings to the twelve tribes in Deuteronomy, Thangiah sheds light on the history of those on whom these blessings were bestowed. With keen insight, he examines the background of each of Jacob's sons, the significance of each name and personal situation, and what the Bible says about his descendants. Then, he shows how each of the twelve tribes saw the fulfillment of both Jacob's and Moses' prophetic blessings.
Yet these blessings didn't cease at the end of the Old Testament, says Thangiah, revealing how they were powerfully and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus. You will be encouraged and inspired to discover how God's promises to his people extend beyond Israel to include all who've been grafted in through Christ--and how you can still enjoy these prophetic blessings today.
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224 pages, Paperback
Published October 18, 2016
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November 5, 2016
Receiving The 12 Blessings Of Israel: How God's Promises To His People Apply To Your Life Today started out as a sermon series by Paul Thangiah, in his church in Bangalore, India. Thanks to the popularity of that sermon series, this gem of a book was written. This book winds its way through the twelves sons of Jacob, in the order of their blessings being bestowed upon them by their father, Israel.
For each son, we read every Biblical instance of his mention during his lifetime, Jacob's blessing upon him, and Moses' blessing applied to the congruent tribe of Israel later in the Old Testament. From these insights, we will learn about a specific character trait that we should sow in order to reap God's blessing pertaining to each tribe. We will then go on to read further about the applicable trait from Jesus' teachings in the New Testament, and learn how to apply each set of lessons in our current life. Each chapter ends with a simple prayer to ask God to help us along this path to receiving His blessings.
The chapters are as follows: Reuben (stability), Simeon (controlling anger), Levi (standing up for the Lord), Judah (repentance), Zebulun (accepting God's plan), Issachar (diligence), Dan (full of God), Gad (trust and obey God), Asher (know God), Naphtali (speak good words), Joseph (recognize the hand of God), and Benjamin (rest secure in God).
This book does not contain a lot of filler and is not a light read. The author is very direct and to the point, yet uses simple terminology and an easy to understand approach. I would highly recommend reading this book as a weekly study, rather than attempting to read the whole thing in one weekend. It takes time for some of it to really sink in, and may take re-reading certain portions to really appreciate it. For someone who has the time and patience to sit down and learn, this is a blessing and will aid you path toward God and His purpose for your life. 5/5 stars.
*Disclaimer: I received a free print copy of this book from the publisher for the purpose of a review. All opinions stated are my own.*
For each son, we read every Biblical instance of his mention during his lifetime, Jacob's blessing upon him, and Moses' blessing applied to the congruent tribe of Israel later in the Old Testament. From these insights, we will learn about a specific character trait that we should sow in order to reap God's blessing pertaining to each tribe. We will then go on to read further about the applicable trait from Jesus' teachings in the New Testament, and learn how to apply each set of lessons in our current life. Each chapter ends with a simple prayer to ask God to help us along this path to receiving His blessings.
The chapters are as follows: Reuben (stability), Simeon (controlling anger), Levi (standing up for the Lord), Judah (repentance), Zebulun (accepting God's plan), Issachar (diligence), Dan (full of God), Gad (trust and obey God), Asher (know God), Naphtali (speak good words), Joseph (recognize the hand of God), and Benjamin (rest secure in God).
This book does not contain a lot of filler and is not a light read. The author is very direct and to the point, yet uses simple terminology and an easy to understand approach. I would highly recommend reading this book as a weekly study, rather than attempting to read the whole thing in one weekend. It takes time for some of it to really sink in, and may take re-reading certain portions to really appreciate it. For someone who has the time and patience to sit down and learn, this is a blessing and will aid you path toward God and His purpose for your life. 5/5 stars.
*Disclaimer: I received a free print copy of this book from the publisher for the purpose of a review. All opinions stated are my own.*
October 26, 2016
`Receiving the 12 Blessings of Israel` is a spiritual growth book written by author Paul Thangiah. Paul Thangiah is the founder and Senior pastor of Full Gospel Assembly of God church in Indiranagar, Bangalore, India. The church started with 3 people and now members exceeding 25,000. The tagline for the book reads - `How God's Promises to His People Apply to Your Life Today.` The author's purpose is to inform the readers of the twelve Tribes of Israel and their blessings. Each chapter is dedicated to one Tribe. The author's insights warn us about the consequences of sin and motivate us to live godly lives dedicated to Christ alone. (see page 11). I believe the author's thesis is to help every child of God realize that God desires to bless His children. (see page 18)
The chapters give an overview of each of the tribe leaders beginning with Reuben and ending with Benjamin. God had promised Jacob that the two sons born to Joseph in Egypt before Jacob's arrival would become his. God also acknowledged Reuben's positive transformation. Reuben and his tribe stand out to us as a reminder that we are not to take God-given privileges for granted(see page 30).
This book is written in an easy-to-read format that any layperson could read and benefit from. It showed how blessings are lost by not following God, or blessings received by listening and obeying. Example: It showed how anger can get out of control unless we learn to temper our anger. It was a blessing to me just reading this book. I would recommend it to all believers.
Disclaimer: "I was provided a free copy of this book. All opinions are my own."
The chapters give an overview of each of the tribe leaders beginning with Reuben and ending with Benjamin. God had promised Jacob that the two sons born to Joseph in Egypt before Jacob's arrival would become his. God also acknowledged Reuben's positive transformation. Reuben and his tribe stand out to us as a reminder that we are not to take God-given privileges for granted(see page 30).
This book is written in an easy-to-read format that any layperson could read and benefit from. It showed how blessings are lost by not following God, or blessings received by listening and obeying. Example: It showed how anger can get out of control unless we learn to temper our anger. It was a blessing to me just reading this book. I would recommend it to all believers.
Disclaimer: "I was provided a free copy of this book. All opinions are my own."
November 9, 2016
Receiving the 12 Blessings of Israel
How God's Promises to His People Apply to Your Life Today
by Thangiah, Paul
Chosen
Chosen Books
Christian
Pub Date 18 Oct 2016
I am voluntarily reviewing a copy of Receiving the 12 Blessings of Israel through the publisher and Netgalley:
This book will give us a unique and inteteresting view on how God's promises to Israel still apply today.
We are showed scriptural references to the Promises of God's to Israel and a reminder of the importance of Israel today.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants to better understand the 12 Blessings of Israel and how they are relevant today.
Five out of five stars
Happy Reading.
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