Title September 2020

Dreaming of giving birth.

What Does It Mean to Dream About Giving Birth?

Dreams of giving birth can have two possible meanings—a natural interpretation and a spiritual interpretation.

1. The Natural Meaning

Many dreams come from our daily activities, thoughts, and experiences. If a woman frequently thinks about childbirth, is expecting a baby, or has given birth in the past, it is not surprising that she might dream of giving birth. The Bible explains:

Ecclesiastes 5:3 (NIV) – “A dream comes when there are many cares, and many words mark the speech of a fool.”

This means that our dreams can sometimes reflect the things we think about or experience often. If this applies to you, then the dream does not have any deep spiritual meaning—it is simply a reflection of your daily life.

2. The Spiritual Meaning

However, if the dream feels unusually significant—perhaps carrying a deep emotional weight or leaving you with a strong impression—then it may have a spiritual message.

Giving Birth Symbolizes the Manifestation of Something in Your Life

In the natural world, before someone gives birth, they carry a pregnancy for a long time. Similarly, in the spiritual realm, a dream of giving birth may indicate that something you have been working on, preparing for, or expecting is about to come into reality.

For those walking in righteousness, this can be a sign of a divine blessing, breakthrough, or the fulfillment of God’s promises. The angel told Mary:

Luke 1:30-31 (NIV) – “But the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.’”

This signifies that when God places something in your heart—whether a dream, a calling, or a promise—He will bring it to fulfillment.

A Warning for Those Living in Sin

However, for those living in sin, the dream may symbolize the consequences of their actions coming to pass. The Bible warns that evil actions also give birth to negative results:

Job 15:35 (NIV) – “They conceive trouble and give birth to evil; their womb fashions deceit.”

Psalm 7:14 (NIV) – “Whoever is pregnant with evil conceives trouble and gives birth to disillusionment.”

James 1:14-15 (NIV) – “But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.”

If you are engaged in ungodly behavior, this dream may be a warning from God—calling you to repent before the consequences of your actions manifest.

What Are You About to Give Birth To?

The Bible teaches that every action we take will eventually bear fruit—whether good or bad:

Matthew 3:10 (NIV) – “The ax is already at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.”

This means that our choices today determine our future. Are you preparing to give birth to a blessing or a burden? A destiny or destruction?

The Good News – Jesus Can Transform Your Life

If your dream has left you worried, remember this: Jesus Christ offers redemption and renewal. No matter what your past looks like, He can turn things around and cause you to bear good fruit instead of destruction.

If you surrender your life to Him, He can cancel any negative outcome and lead you into a new beginning filled with His favor. The Bible assures us:

2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”

Are you ready to receive this new beginning? If so, take a moment to pray and surrender your life to Christ. Let Him guide you toward a future full of His blessings and purpose.

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WHICH ARE THESE WEAPONS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS FOR THE RIGHT HAND AND THE LEFT HAND?

QUESTION: In 2 Corinthians 6:7, the Bible does mention about weapons of righteousness for the right hand and for the left hand. Which are they?

‭2 Corinthians 6:7 NIV‬
[7] in truthful speech and in the power of God; with weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left; “

According to the scripture above, there are weapons (spiritual) for the right and left hands. Apart from these,there are also other weapons which are fastened onto the feet,the chest area and the head),even though not part of what we are going to learn in our today’s study of the Bible. Today,our study of the Word focuses on those weapons that are for the hands,as we have read in above scripture.

ANSWER:

For us to find the answer to our question above,let us read the Book of Ephesians. The Bible says ;

Ephesians 6:13-17 NIV‬
[13] “Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. [14] Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, [15] and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. [16] In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. [17] Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. “

If you carefully make a picture of the kind of soldier portrayed in the scripture above,you can see that he holds a SWORD in one hand and in the other, a SHIELD. The two, that is, ” the Sword and the Shield “, are the weapons for the right and the left hands.

Talking of the Shield,the Bible refers to our Faith.As a weapon, faith is fastened on the hand,and therefore must not be ‘dropped down’.By faith,we are empowered to extinguish all the fiery darts of the evil one. Also,through faith,we can do the impossible, according to Hebrews chapter 11.

In verse 17 of the book of Ephesians chapter 6,the Bible mentions the Sword,referring to the Word of God.When we fill our minds with God’s Word,and let it dwell richly in us,we are able to stand against the enemy and his armies.They cannot overpower us.We will dash them to pieces,because we are filled with and therefore know God’s word.

‭Hebrews 4:12-13( NIV‬ );

[12] “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.

[13] Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account. “

Faith and the Word of God are closely tied together.They are both fastened on the hands. One on the right hand and the other on the left hand.One is dependent upon the other. We read this in;

‭Romans 10:17 (NIV‬ );

[17] “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. “

Do you have these weapons with you? Remember, you cannot claim to have them unless you have fully become a soldier in the world of the spirit. The weapons are meant for battle. If you aren’t facing any battle (spiritual warfare),then you are not yet a soldier. If you still live as the people of the world do,you do not need any weapon,because there’s nothing you are protecting against the Enemy. You are still under his authority and dominion.What would you need a sword or a shield for?

When you are born again and become a true believer in Christ,living righteously, and having forsaken your former evil ways,you become a soldier.You make the most sought-after and a greatly feared person by the enemy.You become an enemy of the devil.This means you have be alert always lest you be caught off-guard by the enemy,and,thus suffer ruin.

May the Lord help us to be true and bold soldiers of Christ, having put on the weapons of righteousness to enable remain grounded in faith,fighting for our salvation to the end.

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Bible Verses About Death

Death is something no one is truly prepared for, yet it is a certainty we all must face. It is a moment of grief, but for those who trust in Jesus Christ, it is also a moment of hope. The apostle Peter, in his letters, encourages believers not to be surprised by trials and suffering, reminding them that these hardships are temporary and that hope lies beyond death. Jesus Christ promises resurrection and eternal life for all who believe, so we can look forward to a future where we will be reunited with our loved ones in Christ.

1 Peter 4:12-13 (NIV):
“Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice in as much as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.”

Peter’s words point to the theology of suffering as part of Christian discipleship. In sharing in Christ’s sufferings, believers are also promised to share in His glory, which culminates in the resurrection.

Ecclesiastes and the Wisdom of Death

The Bible speaks about the inevitability of death and its significance in shaping our perspective on life. Ecclesiastes, known for its wisdom literature, encourages reflection on death, stating that it helps us recognize the brevity of life and the importance of living wisely in light of our mortality.

Ecclesiastes 7:2-3 (NIV):
“It is better to go to a house of mourning than to go to a house of feasting, for death is the destiny of every person; the living should take this to heart. Frustration is better than laughter, because a sad face is good for the heart.”

Theologically, this passage speaks to the value of reflecting on death to lead us into deeper contemplation of our purpose. Mourning helps to humble us and reminds us that life is transient and that we should live in reverence of God.

Comfort in Christ: The Promise of Resurrection

Death is not the end for believers. The New Testament provides comforting words, especially through the teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles, about the hope of resurrection.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (NIV):
“Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.

For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.

According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep.

For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.

After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.

And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words.”

This passage offers profound theological comfort, emphasizing the Christian hope in the resurrection. The doctrine of the resurrection, central to Christian faith, assures believers that death is not the final word. The return of Christ will bring about the resurrection of the dead, and those who are in Christ will be united with Him forever.

Jesus’ Comfort and the Promise of Eternal Life

Jesus frequently spoke about the comfort and peace He offers in the face of death, providing hope to those who follow Him.

John 11:25-26 (NIV):
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?'”

This is a central teaching in Christian theology: through faith in Jesus, believers are promised eternal life. Even though physical death comes, spiritual death is defeated, and eternal life with Christ is secured.

The Hope of Heaven

The Christian hope goes beyond mere existence after death—it is a promise of eternal fellowship with God in heaven. This assurance is grounded in the teachings of Jesus about His preparation of a place for believers.

John 14:1-4 (NIV):
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.”

Theologically, this speaks to the Christian doctrine of heaven—an eternal home prepared for believers, where they will experience perfect communion with God, free from pain and sorrow.

Death’s Defeat and the Final Victory

The Bible teaches that death is an enemy, but through Christ’s death and resurrection, that enemy is defeated. The victory over death is final and eternal, promised to all who are in Christ.

1 Corinthians 15:26 (NIV):
“The last enemy to be destroyed is death.”

Through Christ’s victory, believers no longer fear death because it has been swallowed up in the victory of Jesus.

The Reality of Life After Death: The Second Death

While believers have hope in eternal life, the Bible also teaches that there is a second death awaiting those who reject Christ. This second death represents eternal separation from God.

Revelation 21:8 (NIV):
“But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death.”

This passage serves as a warning about the eternal consequences of sin and the need for repentance and faith in Christ to avoid the second death.

The Christian Perspective on Death and Hope Beyond

As believers, we do not grieve as those without hope. We understand that death is not the end but a transition to eternal life with God. Jesus Christ, through His death and resurrection, has secured victory over death, offering us eternal life.

Romans 6:23 (NIV):
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

This verse encapsulates the gospel message: sin leads to death, but God’s gift through Christ is eternal life, freely offered to all who believe.

Living with Eternity in Mind

The Bible constantly reminds us that life is short and death inevitable, urging us to live with a focus on eternal realities.

James 4:14 (NIV):
“Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes.”

Theologically, this verse challenges us to live with a sense of urgency and wisdom, recognizing the fleeting nature of life and the importance of securing our eternal future through faith in Christ.

As you reflect on these verses, consider where you stand in your relationship with Christ. Are you prepared for the certainty of death with the hope of eternal life, or are you uncertain about your future? Jesus offers eternal hope and peace to all who trust in Him.

If you’re ready to make that decision, open your heart to Him today and embrace the hope He offers through His salvation.

Matthew 11:28 (NIV):
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

John 3:16 (NIV):
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

If you feel moved to give your life to Christ today, don’t wait. Reach out for guidance, and let us help you in this step of faith.

God bless you.

 

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