I’m reading a Bible study at the moment that pairs the Leviticus passage about a bleeding woman being unclean and everything she touches with the passage we read earlier in Matthew where the woman who had been bleeding twelve years reaching out and touching his cloak. I’ve never thought about that before, there must have been people who considered Jesus unclean now. And it doesn’t say that Jesus told her to go and make a sin and burnt offering for atonement afterwards. I wonder if she did. I’m sure she didn’t comprehend at the time that she had been healed by the one who would fulfill all the law for her. It was only her faith in Jesus that she needed
I agree with Cara, also: Through a womans reproductive organs exists a connection between the outside of the body and the abdomen. This connection is normally closed, bit not during menstruation.
Therefore, if a woman sleeps with a man during her period, any possible infection/STI might reach the abdomen. In biblical times, an infection like that was practically a death sentence.
A lot of those laws are about health and protecting people from spreading diseases, so that might also play a part (and I find it very interesting…)
It has to do with more with keeping the tent of meeting clean than with the state of the woman. God’s instructions in these chapters all point towards keeping his holy place most holy, undefined, and clean. It’s also a wise health care rule (for the time). I don’t think women back then had a very good/effective way of dealing with menstruation (as women we know how messy and gross it can get). Medically speaking menstruation flow is not clean blood, there is other tissue (dead one), so that could open up room for bacterial infections and what not.
Hope this helps!
If your Church does not have a Prison Ministry it may be your calling to start one or check with Facilities in your area they usually have volunteer programs. sorry posted to quickly before
prison ministry or check with facilities in your area volunteer
I think you continue to love her by spending time with her, reading scriptures like Ruth and those about Rachel and also pray for her salvation. Has she accepted Christ? I have someone like that in my life and it has been one of the biggest challenges I’ve faced. My mother was an alcoholic and couldn’t work. I would try and ‘save’ her from the tragic woes she and the advisary created by providing food, money etc but ultimately I prayed for the holy spirit within to heal her mind and help me see clearly. Over time I established boundaries, so that her Adam nature couldn’t take away from my Christ nature. I am thankful to say she has been sober for 4 years and is Steadily finding means to provide for herself. God presents us with challenges to build character. He will never leave your side sister. Keep the love and faith strong.
I just found Christ about a month ago . I am having a difficult time with how to apply this to my daily life. what if someone who has nothing physically wrong with them that prevents them from working hasn’t worked in over 4 years, expects & requests that her family members support her, what if she doesn’t have money to pay her bills but has money to buy multiple packs of cigarettes each weak, what if she keeps saying that “God will give her what she needs” , so she just sits playing on facebook and playing computer games all day and all night waiting for the handouts that “God is going to/does provide ” to her???? what would God want us to do in this situation? He says to honor your father and mother, and in this reading to feed the poor, etc. does this mean to keep providing her with everything while she provides herself with nothing on her own accord??? HELP!
I think in this instance, you need to ask Jesus what it looks like to love her the way He does. While He says to give to those in need, there are multiple passages that speak of a good Father who disciplines His children, and in Thessalonians they are urged to work and care for their families. Whatever actions and words come from you must come from a place of love, not anger or fear. God loves this person more than you, and He is holy and just. I know He has a solution, and I know He is so proud of you for reaching out for help. Pray for her, that she would hear from God, and that the Holy Spirit would convict her and encourage her.
First, I am so happy in your new journey! It is not an easy road, but amazing nevertheless! My perspective honestly is that you focus on your relationship with God. Read God’s truth, and let the Holy Spirit guide you. You are no longer walking alone but with the help of the Holy Spirit. We are human, and have had acquired many wounds. Some show things in one way, and some in another. I read a book that I highly recommend. I start books but don’t always finish them. This one is captivating: Boundaries by Cloud & Townsend. It has helped me a lot. God will guide you along in this family relationship you are facing…sometimes time is the healer.
I’m reading a Bible study at the moment that pairs the Leviticus passage about a bleeding woman being unclean and everything she touches with the passage we read earlier in Matthew where the woman who had been bleeding twelve years reaching out and touching his cloak. I’ve never thought about that before, there must have been people who considered Jesus unclean now. And it doesn’t say that Jesus told her to go and make a sin and burnt offering for atonement afterwards. I wonder if she did. I’m sure she didn’t comprehend at the time that she had been healed by the one who would fulfill all the law for her. It was only her faith in Jesus that she needed
Oh wow, good connection!
Beautiful thought!
A menstrual cycle is for the purpose of creating a baby. Why is this impure?
I see the law as protecting women. She would receive a week of rest out of each month.
I agree with Cara, also: Through a womans reproductive organs exists a connection between the outside of the body and the abdomen. This connection is normally closed, bit not during menstruation.
Therefore, if a woman sleeps with a man during her period, any possible infection/STI might reach the abdomen. In biblical times, an infection like that was practically a death sentence.
A lot of those laws are about health and protecting people from spreading diseases, so that might also play a part (and I find it very interesting…)
I don’t think this is STD theory is accurate science.
Why is a woman’s menstrual cycle being announced as impure in this scripture?
It has to do with more with keeping the tent of meeting clean than with the state of the woman. God’s instructions in these chapters all point towards keeping his holy place most holy, undefined, and clean. It’s also a wise health care rule (for the time). I don’t think women back then had a very good/effective way of dealing with menstruation (as women we know how messy and gross it can get). Medically speaking menstruation flow is not clean blood, there is other tissue (dead one), so that could open up room for bacterial infections and what not.
Hope this helps!
Undefiled* sorry autocorrect
I need to figure out how to visit folks in prison, since it’s one of the most specific things Jesus asks us to do.
This is something very close to my hearPrMinismaybe you can start one
If your Church does not have a Prison Ministry it may be your calling to start one or check with Facilities in your area they usually have volunteer programs. sorry posted to quickly before
prison ministry or check with facilities in your area volunteer
Love this app.
thank you do much for the responses!
I think you continue to love her by spending time with her, reading scriptures like Ruth and those about Rachel and also pray for her salvation. Has she accepted Christ? I have someone like that in my life and it has been one of the biggest challenges I’ve faced. My mother was an alcoholic and couldn’t work. I would try and ‘save’ her from the tragic woes she and the advisary created by providing food, money etc but ultimately I prayed for the holy spirit within to heal her mind and help me see clearly. Over time I established boundaries, so that her Adam nature couldn’t take away from my Christ nature. I am thankful to say she has been sober for 4 years and is Steadily finding means to provide for herself. God presents us with challenges to build character. He will never leave your side sister. Keep the love and faith strong.
I just found Christ about a month ago . I am having a difficult time with how to apply this to my daily life. what if someone who has nothing physically wrong with them that prevents them from working hasn’t worked in over 4 years, expects & requests that her family members support her, what if she doesn’t have money to pay her bills but has money to buy multiple packs of cigarettes each weak, what if she keeps saying that “God will give her what she needs” , so she just sits playing on facebook and playing computer games all day and all night waiting for the handouts that “God is going to/does provide ” to her???? what would God want us to do in this situation? He says to honor your father and mother, and in this reading to feed the poor, etc. does this mean to keep providing her with everything while she provides herself with nothing on her own accord??? HELP!
I think in this instance, you need to ask Jesus what it looks like to love her the way He does. While He says to give to those in need, there are multiple passages that speak of a good Father who disciplines His children, and in Thessalonians they are urged to work and care for their families. Whatever actions and words come from you must come from a place of love, not anger or fear. God loves this person more than you, and He is holy and just. I know He has a solution, and I know He is so proud of you for reaching out for help. Pray for her, that she would hear from God, and that the Holy Spirit would convict her and encourage her.
You are amazing!!
First, I am so happy in your new journey! It is not an easy road, but amazing nevertheless! My perspective honestly is that you focus on your relationship with God. Read God’s truth, and let the Holy Spirit guide you. You are no longer walking alone but with the help of the Holy Spirit. We are human, and have had acquired many wounds. Some show things in one way, and some in another. I read a book that I highly recommend. I start books but don’t always finish them. This one is captivating: Boundaries by Cloud & Townsend. It has helped me a lot. God will guide you along in this family relationship you are facing…sometimes time is the healer.
I second Boundaries!
I third Boundaries! Great book!