(A Prayer of Moses the man of God.) God has never done blessing us, let us never have done blessing Him. Psalm 37:28 For the LORD loves justice and does not forsake His godly ones; They are preserved forever (olam), But the descendants of the wicked will be cut off. But while our strength is limited, God’s boundless power on our behalf is expressed in might and gentle care. 1. 4:6). Notice that in the process, the prophet appeals to God's names (and/or attributes) - Everlasting, Jehovah, Elohim, Holy One, Jehovah (second time) and Rock. Showalter was a musician who conducted singing schools. Spurgeon: He changes not His purpose, His decree is not frustrated, His designs are accomplished. time to keep, and a time to throw away. It were well if the truth of divine faithfulness were more fully remembered by some theologians; it would overturn their belief in the final fall of believers, and teach them a more consolatory system. Summary: Because God is God and is from everlasting to everlasting, meaning He has no end, here is what takes place on earth. Before the rising sun, Time, like an ever-rolling stream, Place of Mystery - Others see the hidden (alam) God at Beer-sheba. Can't Go to An Unreached People Group? (Micah 5:2 - quoted in Mt 2:6, fulfilled in Lk 2:1-20), As for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, seemingly insignificant among the clans of Judah– from you a king will emerge who will rule over Israel on my behalf, one whose origins are in the distant past. GOD DETERMINES OUR DAYS ON EARTH. 30 He said, "You shall take these seven ewe lambs from my hand so that it may be a witness to me, that I dug this well." Spurgeon: By covenant engagements their security is fixed, and by suretyship fulfillments that safety is accomplished; come what may, the saints are preserved in Christ Jesus, and because He lives, they shall live also. And you could continue this chorus in a wonderful time of worship as you prayerfully recall all the great Attributes of God as all existing eternally! He is the Creator of time as well as space and all things that exist in time and space. 34 And Abraham sojourned in the land of the Philistines for many days. (Jn 17:12), 8. Just hearing those words, create a sense of security. How should His divine majesty and condescending love endear His instruction to us! (Cornerstone Biblical Commentary Minor Prophets Hosea–Malachi). From everlasting to everlasting. Mercy shone through the … And he knew that his son would live again, even if he died, because the Everlasting God had at some point revealed to His servant the truth of everlasting life. Find free chords, lyrics, videos and other song resources for "Everlasting God" by Brenton Brown. Thanks for watching and enjoy! El Olam is “God who has His own purpose in time,” or, the “God of this time.” It implies that God is working His will behind the scenes, and that His purpose will eventually be completed. Wheaton, Ill.: Victor Books). 24 Abraham said, "I swear it." He shall guide me to the tomb; Used with the. Thank You Thank You Thank You!!!! Eternity is a duration without bounds or limits; now there are two limits of duration, beginning and ending; that which hath always been, is without beginning; that which always shall be, is without ending. The Everlasting God - new revelation is preparation for future revelation. 42:14, the word is used hyperbolically meaning “for a long time”: This word may include all the time between the ancient beginning and the present: (Jer. (others say the origin is uncertain) Gesenius feels olam refers to that which is hidden, especially "hidden time" the beginning or end of which is either uncertain or undefined = eternity, perpetuity. So what are some "corollary" Names of God based on the fact that He is everlasting? El Olam is uncreated. See more. These unconditional covenants serve as the anchor of their soul when times are difficult. With a tiny change in the vowel signs in Hebrew, the ancient rabbis spelled it alam, “hidden”, underscoring the mysterious nature of God. And note the first Name chosen!) You can incorporate eternal values into this life. DOING GOD'S WILL Indeed, He is... You see the point and doubtless could come up with your own names related to the "everlasting" attribute of God, which would be a wonderful addition to your times of prayer and praise to Him. A study of the names of God is not unusual in itself, of course. --Solomon He was brought … forth, the only begotten Son, a term that it is much safer to adore than to expound, expressing, as it does, what is unsearchable. God is eternal, and must needs be so. 5. 63:1–6). To this point, the band has used printed sheet music for all of the songs they play; this means that someone has manually entered everything into a music writing program (Finale) and printed everything out. From generation to generation, from everlasting to everlasting, He has been faithful, and He will continue to be faithful. Then came water clocks, hourglasses and mechanical clocks. The LORD'S lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, Psalm 145:1-2, 21-note, planting of the (tamarisk) tree was a symbol of fruitfulness and prosperity. .” (II Timothy 3:16 – NASB) “All Scripture,” the word “Scripture” being the Greek word graphe, meaning “writings. FROM EVERLASTING TO EVERLASTING! Psalm 55:22 Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never (literally "not ever" = olam) allow the righteous to be shaken. In my library I have a book containing studies of the biblical names for God. From the idea of an indefinite past or future, the Jews soon developed the idea of “eternity,” which referred to the incalculable and unknown past and to the incalculable and unknown future. The word “everlasting” in Hebrew is olam (which also means “world”). Practically, when we find ourselves in need of help (which is most of the time whether or not we admit it or recognize it!) “I was filled with delight day after day, rejoicing always in His presence.” He was in the heart of His Father as He delighted in His presence. In short, obedience to the truth leads knowing the truth. The following passages use olam to describe God's unchanging nature and character... Ps 100:5 For the LORD is good; His lovingkindness is everlasting, and His faithfulness to all generations. My Shelter from the stormy blast, This is evident by the name God gives Himself (Ex 3:14). Quickly she will swoop under and catch the fledgling on one strong wing. Seeking his protection presupposes and even demonstrates the subject's loyalty to the Lord. Run into the strong tower of the truth about God, the great doctrines of God, the great Names of God, for they are the warp and woof of our existence and the foundation of our day to day survival. PROP.- Because God is God and is from everlasting to everlasting, meaning He has no end, here is what takes place on earth. We need to begin with "right thinking" about God. (1Th 4:18-note). one another with these words." He plants a grove, probably a tamarisk tree, one of the evergreens of the East, and a fit memorial of the perfect peace which he desired between himself, his God, and his fellow-men. Eternal duration; eternity. Spurgeon: His God would not fail him, either as protection or a joy. This love which was in God from everlasting was revealed to man in the very morning of Time. Even His Name Rock speaks of His everlasting nature. Comment: Mark it down! (Be obedient. Comment: This refers to the so-called "Davidic Covenant" an unconditional, everlasting covenant that God made with David and his descendents and which is therefore related to the unconditional Abrahamic Covenant. (3) Let the consideration of God’s eternity take off our love and confidence from the world, and the things thereof. God’s abiding for ever is the plea Jeremiah makes for his return to his forsaken Church (Lam 5:19). Have you ever "marked" sites where you have worshipped God in a special way (or recorded such a time in your journal as a reminder)? Share. But as for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you One will go forth for Me to be ruler in Israel. Any of various plants chiefly in … Worship. William Murphy - Everlasting God (Lyrics) View All. Marian antiphons have been sung, since the thirteenth century, at the close of Compline, the last Office of the day. KNOWING GOD'S WAYS. (1Cor 1:30). Up to this point in the theophany He is described as coming forth, like the sun out of His chamber, heaven and earth reflecting His glory, but now He stands and measures the earth; He looks and the nations tremble, while all creation is affected, and earthquakes shake down the mountains. And then Paul declared the conclusion to this prophetic truth (the believer's hope - not "hope so" but a "sure thing!"). We are creatures of time, but God is eternal. Thus, in Leviticus 25:32, olam is translated “at any time” (KJV) or “always” (NIV) (Ed: NET = perpetual, NAS = permanent). The Bible says, "He who does the will of God abides forever" (1John 2:17). And his truth endures to all generations. He is our dwelling place from generation to generation. (Psalm 90:1,2,4). 3. "God is … God reveals Himself more and more fully in order that we may be more and more thoroughly equipped for greater efforts in the kingdom of God. In Josh. It also demonstrated his rootedness in the land where he indeed stayed “many days.” The title “Everlasting God” (el olam) as a divine designation is unique in the Bible. Everlasting God. With my every thought and deed Cross Lanes, WV. These new experiences as they come are, however, not merely a matter of personal satisfaction, blessed though that is; they tend to prepare the soul for still greater accomplishments. He shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. He studied music in England, France, and Germany and served as an elder of First Presbyterian Church in Dalton, Georgia. This Everlasting God had made an everlasting covenant with Abraham and his descendants (Ge 17:7, 13, 19), and He had given them the land of Canaan as an everlasting possession (Ge 17:8; 48:4). God's hesed denotes His persistent and unconditional tenderness, kindness and mercy, a relationship in which He seeks after man who is not seeking after Him! Post was not sent - check your email addresses! The context tells which is meant, but in both cases the subject is very distant and possibly perpetual. Jamieson writes: His marvelous ways of working for the salvation of His people mark His everlasting character: such as He was in His workings for them formerly, such shall He be now. His goings forth are from long ago, from the days of eternity (olam)." Here we were expressing the desire for God’s strength not only sustain us in trials, but to enable us to live for his glory. He was in the beginning. You comfort those in need Lovingkindness is the idea of faithful love in action and often in the OT refers to God's lovingkindness expressed in His covenant relationship with Israel (His "loyal love" to His "Wife" Israel [see Hos 2:18, 19, 20, Isa 54:5, Jer 31:32] = His "loyalty to covenant"). (THOUGHT) God's revelations are not mere luxuries for personal enjoyment, but are given for the purpose of preparing the soul for fuller service and still clearer testimony for God. And remember, delayed obedience is disobedience --the cost of the latter far outweighs the former! And God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM"; and He said, "Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, 'I AM has sent me to you.'" If God is El Olam, this signifies He has always been! Now in Genesis 21:33, he plants a tree. Do you believe this? Everlasting God (Performance Tracks) - EP Chris Tomlin Smooth Praise Sam Levine Faith, Hope & Lullabies: Songs of Worship - Peaceful Music for Quiet Moments The Lullaby Ensemble The everlasting God, Jehovah, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary; there is no searching of his understanding. All my times shall ever be Ken Boer, who serves as music director at my church, encouraged me to share some of the thoughts I have as I plan songs for a Sunday meeting. I’ve been reading your blog for a couple months now and have never left a comment. He is not just "up there" and disinterested. Some have suggested that this is the place where Abraham first exercised squatters rights in the Promised Land. which refers to an age or time. Wind and wave are subject to His command. One of the most famous Biblical encounters is when Moses was confronted by God at the burning bush, and given a commission to deliver Israel from bondage. 2. Yet at the same time each Person has a special role to fulfill in that work....There is no good that we receive from God but it is brought to us and wrought in us by the Holy Spirit. When I act, who can reverse it?" The Psalmist describes those who would sing this song confidently proclaiming that the Everlasting God is their Eternal Home... Psalm 5:11 But let all who take refuge (NET=take shelter) in You be glad, Let them ever (olam) sing for joy; And may You shelter them, that those who love Your Name may exult in You.12 For it is You who blesses the righteous man, O LORD, You surround him with favor as with a shield. (Deut 33:27-see comments), Comment: What a comfort it is for the true Christian to have such an assurance in the storms of life! (4) What a folly and boldness is there in sin, since an eternal God is offended thereby! 2. a. 43:10). The Everlasting God secures everlasting salvation for those who are His - Jesus Christ is the everlasting God. O hear us when we cry to Thee Your Citation. And so Habakkuk's conclusion based on the truth he knew about God is "We will not die". --John Ryland, For such is God, Thus, in Eccl. (Treasury of David—Psalm 73). Lord, Thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. As the everlasting God, El Olam, stands outside of the temporal events of history. THOUGHT: How often we find ourselves in a similar state - confused by events the sovereign God has allowed into our life - Why me God? W. Griffith-Thomas: Let us ponder these wonderful promises. Here we were expressing the desire for God’s strength not only sustain us in trials, but to enable us to live for his glory. As Abraham faced the coming years, he knew that God would not change and that “underneath [were] the everlasting arms” (Deut 33:27-note). We will wait upon the Lord (repeat) He's the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (Ed: Speaks of His everlasting covenant - Ge 17:7). We can know that no matter what happens, His perfect plan will be accomplished in His perfect time. Olam means time, or age. May His Name endure forever (olam); May His Name increase as long as the sun shines; and let men bless themselves by Him; Let all nations call Him blessed....And blessed be His glorious Name forever (olam); And may the whole earth be filled with His glory. Exodus 3:15 God, furthermore, said to Moses, "Thus you shall say to the sons of Israel, 'The LORD, the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, has sent me to you.' "Taking shelter" in the Lord is an idiom for seeking his protection. NET Note Comment: The metaphor ("righteous are an everlasting foundation") compares the righteous to an everlasting foundation to stress that they are secure when the catastrophes of life come along. Spurgeon: Thy burden, or what thy God lays upon thee, lay thou it upon the Lord. Share. 1. (Ps 139:23-24), Spurgeon: If Thou hast introduced me already to the good old way, be pleased to keep me in it, and conduct me further and further along it. I will extol Thee, my God, O King; As discussed above, Habakkuk's opening question is rhetorical (for effect), expecting a resounding "Yes!". 61:8, where it appears by itself: “So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.” The parallelism demonstrates that olam means “day by day,” or “continually.”, In Gen. 9:16, the word (used absolutely) means the “most distant future. God was, when nothing else was. In other words, the ancient prophet clearly had faith in God's character as revealed in and through His glorious Names (NB: Notice how many names Habakkuk uses! When you abide in Him and live for His glory, you are partaking of the eternal. Moses argued with God, saying that no one would believe him. Do you not know? Obedience to revealed truth guarantees guidance in matters unrevealed. I appreciate this song for a number of reasons. What came from his heart and his hands was an old hymn by Elisha Hoffman: What have I to dread, what have I to fear, A king will not lose his jewels, nor will Jehovah lose His people. (Pneumatologia - Owen's Summa Bonum on The Holy Spirit). David Dickson: Thou art from everlasting to everlasting the same unchangeable God in purpose and affection toward us thy people, and so Thou art our God from everlasting, in regard of Thy eternal purpose of love, electing us, and in regard of Thy appointing redemption for us by the Redeemer (Our Source of Everlasting Salvation - Isa 45:17). Other revelations of God's Name as "Everlasting". Only then will they become what they are meant to be. When we are perplexed by the Lord’s "strange dealings" with us, it is essential to begin with the right approach to God. We will wait upon the Lord We see that God's prophets appealed to and trusted in the everlasting character of God, Habakkuk giving us a good example... Habakkuk 1:12 (Habakkuk's Second Lament) Art Thou not from everlasting (qedem), O LORD, (God's Covenant Name) my God (Elohim - speaks of His supreme might), my Holy One (Holy or "Set Apart" in character and righteous in all his dealings - Anticipating this same Name in Hab 3:3)? (Let this Vocal of "Shelter to Every Generation — stir the missionary embers of your heart!) This "benefit" of El Olam has been alluded to earlier but is worth reiterating because of the fact that many saints find themselves frequently in fearful circumstances and/or have fear of people, especially people in power or position. Proverbs 18:10-Our Stronghold-C H Spurgeon, Everlasting (lovingkindness) (1Chr 16:41), Everlasting (lovingkindness) (2Chr 7:3, 6, 20:21), Everlasting (lovingkindness) (Ps 106:1, 48), Everlasting (lovingkindness) (Ps 118:1, 2, 3, 4, 29), Everlasting (lovingkindness) (Ps 136:1-26, every verse), Everlasting (righteous ordinances) (Ps 119:160), Everlasting King (Jer 10:10) (See also Ps 29:10), Everlasting kingdom (Da 4:3) ('alam = Aramaic equivalent of olam), Everlasting dominion (Da 4:34) ('alam = Aramaic equivalent of olam), Everlasting dominion (Da 7:14) ('alam = Aramaic equivalent of olam), Everlasting kingdom (Da 7:27) ('alam = Aramaic equivalent of olam). (Amen - The next time you fall into fear, fix your face firmly on Jesus, your Everlasting Rock - Isa 26:4). Dies at the opening day. It is only by obedience that we understand the teaching of God. In such cases, perhaps God had a secret plan for the slave who made this special commitment. El Olam is the everlasting God, the God of the future, who “will be what I will be.”, The New Testament application of El Olam is found in Ephesians 3:8, where Paul speaks of “the unsearchable riches of Christ.” God has a secret purpose that we do not know, but it is rich and full of grace. With the preposition ad, the word can mean “into the indefinite future”: (Deut. Though (their) grace may be "low," it is never lost. Recall from Ge 23:4 Abraham understood he was "a stranger and a sojourner" in the land God promised him in the Abrahamic Covenant. And so we begin at the beginning, focusing on Him Who has no beginning nor end, El Olam, the Everlasting God! It must have been a peaceful time for Abraham, Sarah, and Isaac, and a time of great happiness as they watched their precious son grow up. (Play the old Maranatha Classic Praise Song: — IN HIS TIME — Make the Lyrics your Prayer today). The beautiful tune was written by John B. Dykes and first published in 1861. (My Father's Names - online recommended resource). (Pr 18:10) "I have kept them in Thy name." As a terror to transgressors: "My Name is dreadful among the heathen." For so bright a consummation our heart yearns daily, and we cry Amen and Amen. He intends not merely that He is, but that He is God. The everlasting God 24:2, the word means “formerly; in ancient times.”. Therefore (term of conclusion) comfort (present imperative) (Ps 113:2-note), Below are some additional discussion of El Olam's everlasting covenant in selected passages, 2Samuel 7:16 "Your (King David's) house and your kingdom shall endure before Me forever (olam); your (David's) throne shall be established forever (olam)."'. THE PROPER RESPONSE O God Our Help In Ages Past This hymn by Isaac Watts paraphrases Psalm 90, telling how our God is everlasting and will be our help through all of our years. Abraham's life was punctuated by a number of trees - His first stopping place in Canaan (Shechem) was by a tree (Ge 12:6). Used with the. So God is “willing that by the Son we should approach Him, in the Son we should honor and adore Him, and honor the Son as Himself” (Scott). Other songs serve as a commentary on a passage, helping us to respond to God’s Word or better understand its meaning. Everlasting mercy is a glorious theme for sacred song. To know God's Name is to know Him in a "supernaturally intimate" way! A time to mourn, and a time to dance. As the manna in the golden pot, which else had melted, was preserved in the ark of the covenant beneath the mercy seat, so shall the faithful be preserved in the covenant by the power of Jesus their propitiation. Will be forever mine. Remember that the word obey (Greek = hupakouo, hupakoe, hupekoos) means "hearing under" with the implication that sincere doing will follow submissive hearing. Note that the topics exhibit some overlap: (V) El Olam Knows the Beginning from the End. May His Name increase as long as the sun shines; Copyright 2005 Thankyou Music (Admin. When we trust ourselves, we inevitably falter, fail and fall. Place of Protection - Thus, when Abraham called upon El Olam at Beer-sheba, he was asking God to protect his well not only as long as Abimelech lived; he sought long-term protection as well. Place of Availability - By calling on God as El Olam, Abraham was calling on the One who is always and eternally available to us. The worship team consists of a good number of talented people, and instruments ranging from trapset and guitar to timpani and flute. Since these things are done in mystery—i.e., their fulfillment awaits a dispensation (olam) yet to be revealed—they are in the hands of El Olam, the God of secrets and mysteries. So thanks for letting me know that I’m doing that! Perfect peace and rest The earth shall soon dissolve like snow, (Treasury of David—Psalm 90). Remember, God will fly to your rescue and spread His everlasting arms beneath you. Similar meanings emerge when the word is used without a preposition and in a genitive relationship to some other noun. The Everlasting God lives forever and thus is able to sustain His people and forever meet their needs. Hearts are fully blessed Brenton Septuagint Translation And now, hast thou not known? What is the meaning of the Hebrew word translated "everlasting"? But now there came a new revelation of the meaning of his relation to God. Who alone works wonders. While the song stands on its own as a profession of our dependence on and trust in God, I always try to help people see God through the lens of the Gospel. Abraham's response to this new revelation was to worship. It is the object of one of our Lord’s own prayers: “Father, glorify (aorist imperative) Your Name!” (John 12:28). Wrath and Mercy are manifested, so that it is an answer to the prophet’s plea, “In wrath remember mercy.”...Just as He was manifested when He had redeemed them out of Egypt, and constituted them His Kingdom people at Sinai (Ex 19:6), so will He appear again to deliver the remnant of His people from the dominion of the world-power, and judge them as He judged Egypt. The psalmist also tells us that God is faithful. "Never" of course. “The Everlasting God” is `el `olam literally means, “eternal God” emphasizing Abraham’s awareness that although he made a covenant with an earthly king, he recognized that God Himself had made an eternal covenant with him, to give him and his seed all the land of Canaan. Before the mountains were born (came into existence - implies before Creation) or You gave birth to the earth and the world, Even from everlasting (olam) to everlasting (olam), You are God (elohim). You have been our Dwelling Place, oh Everlasting God Before you formed the mountaintops, You were the Holy God And soon our lives turn back to dust . El Olam is one of many Divine Names revealed in Genesis - El Elyon (Ge 14:18), El Roi (Ge 16:13), EL Shaddai (Ge 17:1), El-elohe-Israel (Ge 33:20), El-Beth-el (Ge 35:7). EL OLAM OUR CREATOR NEVER WILL! (Defender's Study Bible - highly recommended for it's literal approach to interpretation). But when Abraham calls on El Olam, he is calling for God to protect the Promised Land from the enemies of Abraham's descendants after he died. The Lord’s revelation of what He was doing in the prophet’s day brought confidence to his heart and praise to his lips. 1. It shows that God has a purpose in time that is not yet known-it is a mystery. But God is the same without any succession of parts, and of time; of Him it may be said, He is; He is no more now than He was, and He shall be no more hereafter than He is. 4. The word which strictly answers to "everlasting" in the New Testament is aidios ( Romans 1:20 ; Jude 1:6 ), rendered by the King James Version in the former passages "eternal," but correctly by the Revised Version (British and American) in both passages, "everlasting." 6. (Ed: A rhetorical questions - here designed to awaken in the hearer a sense of God's greatness and ability to save. Learn how your comment data is processed. He comes from the direction of Edom, for Teman is the southern district of Idumea, while Paran is more southward. The tree would also function as a marker of one of Abraham's sites of worship and as a memorial or memory aid to the acts of God. (Mal 1:14)—W. Leaning on the everlasting arms. It has a wide range and some syncopation, but most congregations should be able to pick it up fairly quickly. Boice agrees with Gesenius explaining that... olam, translated “eternal,” originally meant that which was secret, hidden, concealed, or unknown. (Vocal Version). Yes, the perpetual (KJV, ESV = everlasting); Hebrew noun - 'ad = eternity) mountains were shattered, The ancient hills collapsed. William Murphy - Everlasting God (Lyrics) View All. Abraham called on the Name El Olam - Have you ever worshipped God using this Name? It is interesting that the Greek (Lxx) chose to translate Qedem with skepasis which means shelter or protection, conveying a powerful metaphor (picture) of the eternal God as our everlasting Protector! ), and based on that truth, he was able to confidently testify that Judah would not be completely destroyed. He will not grow tired or weary; His understanding is beyond searching out. And my Eternal Home. Abundant nourishment shall fit thee to bear all thy labours and trials. The prophet Habakkuk describes the everlasting ways of God... Habakkuk 3:6+ He (The Holy One = Hab 3:3) stood and surveyed the earth; He looked and startled the nations (Ed: The implication is that this will be a glorious global appearance [cp description in Hab 3:3], surely the Second Coming - cp Rev 1:7-note). The word can mean “long ago” (from long ago): (Jer. "Hitherto ye have asked nothing in my name." 5: Faith and Its Evidences, Adorning the Dark: Thoughts on Community, Calling, and the Mystery of Making – Andrew Peterson, American Caesar: Douglas MacArthur 1880 – 1964 – William Manchester, Celebrating the Saving Work of God: Volume 1 – J.I. (cp Heb 2:18). (2) Let the consideration of God’s eternity abate our pride. (Ariel's Bible commentary: The book of Genesis). Joshua told his people. The melody is singable but creative. Abraham wanted Beer-sheba and the Promised Land to be his family inheritance forever. Henry Morris: Jesus Christ is "Alpha and Omega" (Revelation 1:11-note). It also means that for any given song, A) Musicians have four to six pages of material to deal with, B) creativity and freedom of expression are squelched a bit, and C) introducing new songs to the band, and to the congregation, will be very difficult. Olam - used in 412 verses in the OT (Vine says olam "appears 440 time in Biblical Hebrew) - Ge 3:22; 6:3,4; 9:12, 16; 13:15; 17:7, 8, 13, 19; 21:33; 48:4; 49:26; Ex 3:15; 12:14, 17, 24; 14:13; 15:18; 19:9; 21:6; 27:21; 28:43; 29:9, 28; 30:21; 31:16, 17; 32:13; 40:15; Lev 3:17; 6:18, 22; 7:34, 36; 10:9, 15; 16:29, 31, 34; 17:7; 23:14, 21, 31, 41; 24:3, 8, 9; 25:32, 34, 46; Nu 10:8; 15:15; 18:8, 11, 19, 23; 19:10, 21; 25:13; Dt 5:29; 12:28; 13:16; 15:17; 23:3, 6; 28:46; 29:29; 32:7, 40; 33:15, 27; Josh 4:7; 8:28; 14:9; 24:2; Jdg 2:1; 1Sa 1:22; 2:30; 3:13, 14; 13:13; 20:15, 23, 42; 27:8, 12; 2Sa 3:28; 7:13, 16, 24, 25, 26, 29; 12:10; 22:51; 23:5; 1Kgs 1:31; 2:33, 45; 8:13; 9:3, 5; 10:9; 2Kgs 5:27; 21:7; 1Chr 15:2; 16:15, 17, 34, 36, 41; 17:12, 14, 22, 23, 24, 27; 22:10; 23:13, 25; 28:4, 7, 8, 9; 29:10, 18; 2Chr 2:4; 5:13; 6:2; 7:3, 6, 16; 9:8; 13:5; 20:7, 21; 30:8; 33:4, 7; Ezra 3:11; 9:12; Neh 2:3; 9:5; 13:1; Job 7:16; 22:15; 41:4; Ps 5:11; 9:5, 7; 10:16; 12:7; 15:5; 18:50; 21:4; 24:7, 9; 25:6; 28:9; 29:10; 30:6, 12; 31:1; 33:11; 37:18, 27, 28; 41:12, 13; 44:8; 45:2, 6, 17; 48:8, 14; 49:8, 11; 52:8, 9; 55:22; 61:4, 7; 71:1; 72:17, 19; 73:12, 26; 75:9; 77:5, 7; 78:66, 69; 79:13; 81:15; 85:5; 86:12; 89:1, 2, 4, 28, 36, 37, 52; 90:2; 92:8; 93:2; 100:5; 102:12; 103:9, 17; 104:5, 31; 105:8, 10; 106:1, 31, 48; 107:1; 110:4; 111:5, 8, 9; 112:6; 113:2; 115:18; 117:2; 118:1, 2, 3, 29; 119:44, 52, 89, 93, 98, 111, 112, 142, 144, 152, 160; 121:8; 125:1, 2; 131:3; 133:3; 135:13; 136:1, 2, 3; 138:8; 139:24; 143:3; 145:1, 2, 13, 21; 146:6, 10; 148:6; Pr 8:23; 10:25, 30; 22:28; 23:10; 27:24; Eccl 1:4, 10; 2:16; 3:11, 14; 12:5; Isa 9:7; 14:20; 24:5; 25:2; 26:4; 30:8; 32:14, 17; 33:14; 34:10, 17; 35:10; 40:8, 28; 42:14; 44:7; 45:17; 46:9; 47:7; 51:6, 8, 9, 11; 54:8; 55:3, 13; 56:5; 57:11, 16; 58:12; 59:21; 60:15, 19, 20, 21; 61:4, 7, 8; 63:9, 11, 12, 16, 19; 64:4, 5; Jer 2:20; 3:5, 12; 5:15, 22; 6:16; 7:7; 10:10; 17:4, 25; 18:15, 16; 20:11, 17; 23:40; 25:5, 9, 12; 28:8; 31:3, 40; 32:40; 33:11; 35:6; 49:13, 33; 50:5; 51:26, 39, 57, 62; Lam 3:6, 31; 5:19; Ezek 16:60; 25:15; 26:20, 21; 27:36; 28:19; 35:5, 9; 36:2; 37:25, 26, 28; 43:7, 9; 46:14; Da 9:24; 12:2, 3, 7; Hos 2:19; Joel 2:2, 26, 27; 3:20; Amos 9:11; Obad 1:10; Jonah 2:6; Mic 2:9; 4:5, 7; 5:2; 7:14; Hab 3:6; Zeph 2:9; Zech 1:5; Mal 1:4; 3:4, Genesis 3:22 Then the LORD God said, "Behold, the man has become like one of Us, knowing good and evil; and now, he might stretch out his hand, and take also from the tree of life, and eat, and live forever "--, Genesis 6:3 Then the LORD said, "My Spirit shall not strive with man forever, because he also is flesh; nevertheless his days shall be one hundred and twenty years. 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