There you go..

That which was the shadow was abolished (the entire Levitical Mosaic system of worship) in Jesus.

This includes holy oil.

If you need to use oil for anything, any brand will do.

Believe it.
Petro

So this brings us to the point of why I brought this up in the first place.

Scientifically speaking, not just any oil will do. Essential oils do have a lot of healing capabilites both physically and emotionally. It is proven.

 Since God created the plants in the first place, gave a recipe for a blend of oils in the second place wouldn't it make since to use these oils for when elders call on the sick and pray over them?

Naomi

Buddhism, Confusousisism, (however you spell it) May have some good teachings in them but that is what what the devil is all about. He tries to decieve by making things look good.

My parents were missionaries in Asia for 33 years. So much of the culture was religious practices. How was he to seperate the two? He didn't. It wasn't his job. His job was to preach the Gospel. It was the Holy Spirit's job to convict new Christian on how to act.

So It is impossible for a Christian to be also Buddhist. The Holy Spirit would make him so uncomfortabe he would have to give up one or the other.

Naomi

OK, guys, open your Bible and read Exodus 30:27-38.



God is talking. He gave the recipe, HE called it holy, consecrated, set-apart, or what ever your definition of 'holy' is, for spiritual purpose.

He WAS trying to start something.

And yes the oils of frankincense and myrrh, along with cinnamon and cassia and a BUNCH of others have strength over bacteria and virus. Which is what they used 'here' because they were to "pour" it over the furniture.

So this is part of the old covenant, do we just throw it out?

What about Mark 6:7-13 and James 5:14-16? Go read them then lets talk.


Naomi

Ok, so in the OT book of Exodus where God is setting up the tabernacle and the priesthood with all the rules and regulations He gives a recipe for an anointing oil. HE said "...it shall be a holy anointing oil." verse 30:25

So at lest there used to be a Holy Anointing Oil. No one else was allowed to use this recipe, btw.

Jesus sent his disciples out into the country to preach. In Mark 6:13 it says they "were anointing many sick people and healing them."

It also says that they were given power over unclean spirits. In those days they did not know that there were bacteria and viruses. They believed all illness was from unclean spirits. So I believe Jesus gave them the power to cask out demons and to heal illnesses.

So why anoint with oil!

Petro, you were talking of holy water and how it has no power to accomplish anything. Oil is different, especially the aromatic oils used in Bible times. Modern science is proving that these oils do have amazing healing capabilities and are very affective in fighting off bacteria and viruses.

It make sense. Just think about how incredibly unsanitary it must have been in the temple/tabernacle, in the summer time where they were slaughtering animal after animal. How were they to keep from getting sick? The aromatic oils that they used to anoint all the funtiture and utinsels, and the priests are very strong against germs.

But what about now, in the New Testemant Church? Shouldn't we still be anointing the sick?


Naomi

What about anointing with oil? It was a common practice in Bible times to anoint with aromatic oils for spiritual purposes. Why don't we do that now?

The book of James (v.5:14-15) It says "Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: and the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up, and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him."

Did they use the Holy Anointing oil as given in Exodus 30 with myrrh, cinnamon, cane (or calamus), cassia, and olive oil? It was reserved for the priest. Were the early church elders concidered equal with priests?


Any thoughts?

Naomi

Hi Peaches,

I know how it feels to want to have a baby and not be able to. Only in my situation it wasn't my husband discission. It was Gods. I waited 16 years for God to bless me with a child.

My humble suggestion is that you ask God to help you to be more in tune with His will, that what ever happens you know that God is in control and wants what is best for you and your husbans. Surely your husband is seeking Gods will with this issue too, isn't he?

You might not like this idea but think about it...it will be easier on you if it is Gods will that you have no children and you are at peace with it and not in consant inner pain and turmoil. And it will be easier on your marriage, with out this constant tension and struggle between you.

Hope this helps,

Naomi,
http://flowerpower.younglivingworld.com

Hi Mija,
Going outside is a good idea. Play hard and laugh a lot. Take time in the moring and in the afternoon. Wear them out! My Dad used to take us on hikes when we got fussy. We would come home exhousted and quiet!

I find that when I take time to paly with my son, even if it is for a short time he is less fussy.

Did you see 'Leagally Blonde'? Like she said exercise makes you happy!

Also tell the girls that you need a time out, then do something for just you! drink tea, or read the Bible and pray.

Hope this helps,

Naomi
http://flowerpower.younglivingworld.com