The Mysteries of Jehovah

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Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

The Mysteries of Jehovah

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Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Table of Contents

The Functionality of Jehovah: Godhead Discernment

Christ the Culmination of Prophecy

The Origin of Enlightenment

Genesis Commentary on Adam, Eve and Humanity

The Lineage of Man

Genesis 6-10 Commentary

Spiritual Symmetry that Culminates in Christian Faith

Heavenly Man and Earthly Man

Remembering Christ on Easter

Colossians 1 Commentary

The Way of Old

2 Peter Commentary

The Wisdom of King Solomon

Ecclesiastes 1 Commentary

Revelations 1:1-4 Commentary

Signs and Symbols

The Premise and Objective of Nation State Related New Beginnings in America

Christianity and the American Flag

Psalms Commentary (Chapters 1 and 2)

Godhead Discernment
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Godhead Functionality 

It is important that we understand that the origin of all things, God, has established his Godhead Functionality which is a spiritual determinant that rules and exercises dominion over all creation. This determinant is comprised of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The Kingdom of Christ is ruled by Godhead Functionality and it is also important to understand that while the Godhead realities move and rule as one concerning power and dominion (Father, Son, Holy Spirit), the Father who created the Godhead for his will and purpose is the prevailing and controlling authority over the Godhead determinant. 

Validating Verses of Enlightenment

Colossians 1
1:13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:

1:15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:

Matthew 28
28:19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:

God through Proximity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit)

The unity of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit takes place through closeness and proximity, as the Father creates and takes the Son unto himself and allows him to rule by the will of the Father and the righteous inclinations of the Holy Spirit which emanates from the Father. So in essence, the Son and the Holy Spirit are in the very bosom of God in spiritual proximity. Hence the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit are united and exist as God. 

Validating Verses of Enlightenment

John 10
10:30 I and my Father are one.

Matthew 28
28:19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:

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Christ: The Culmination of Prophecy

Bishop Terrance Jones

Founder- Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Much has been discussed concerning the conversation between Peter and Paul on whether or not to seek conversion of the gentiles. However, biblical passages from Christ that preceded this conversation clearly spoke on his approval of such an eventual occurrence.

Biblical Validation

Matthew 16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.

Jesus of Nazareth, the Christ, is the culmination of all biblical prophecies. Hence, the cultural specificity of the temple would be replaced by a galvanizing and inclusive spiritual entity, the Church. Open to Jew and gentile, those who understand the benefits of a spiritual circumcision of the heart. 

Additionally, many would like to use vain logic to explain spiritual realities concerning Jesus of Nazareth, the Christ in regards to his ownership of the way of the Old and New Testament (​Christianity)​.​

Example

Perception-A concept or doctrine can’t precede the life of its founder or chief proponent (Darwinism). 

Reality- Spiritual and religious beliefs and doctrine are often prophetic (Christianity for example). Hence, the culmination of biblical prophecy is Christ who is the fulfillment of all biblical prophecy from the beginning to the end. To this day, all 1.9 billion Christians benefit from this reality.

Preceding Verses

Matthew 16:15 He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am ?

Matthew 16:16 And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.

Matthew 16:17 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is inheaven.


Spiritual Dominion in Prophecy

Matthew 16:19 And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shaltloose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.

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The Origin of Enlightenment
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Genesis

1:4 And God saw * the light, that it was good: and God divided * the light from the darkness.

1:5 And God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And the evening and the morning were the first day.

It is irrefutable that God is talking about his creation of the heavens and the earth. However, as often is the case in biblical scripture, God is addressing the spiritual realities of man in addition to spiritually influenced physical realities that allow man to rule on earth as well. For example, the bible teaches us that the angels were called the Morning Stars and that those that deviated from God’s Way represent the sons of darkness. The Dead Sea Scrolls confirm this. Let’s get back to the creation of the heavens and the earth for clarity. God clearly reveals the developmental stage that represents each “day” in the following manner: 

Separation

“God divided * the light from the darkness.”


Distinction

“And God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night.”


Determinant (The Culmination of What Equates to a Day’s Creation)

“And the evening and the morning were the first day.”


Validating Verses of Enlightenment

Psalms 104

104:19 He appointed the moon for seasons: the sun knoweth his going down.

Soothsayers study the moon while true guidance comes from God. The sun is symbolic of that which is in perfect symmetry with God’s will, the love and enlightenment of creation through Christ.

104:20 Thou makest darkness, and it is night: wherein all the beasts of the forest do creep forth

This is a spiritual to physical order of creation and manifestation.

Mark 1

1:9 And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan.

1:10 And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove

descending upon him: We must do all that we can to be worthy of the love of Christ! I thank him daily for all that he has given me.

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Genesis Commentary on Adam, Eve and Humanity
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder 
Jacob's Struggle Ministries


1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.

While it is clear that God is talking about Adam and Eve, the first man and woman, it is not out of line to make it clear that God is also speaking of the human family that was created after Adam and Eve as well. This verse speaks of what preceded Adam’s placement in the garden, what occurred in the garden and what became Adam, Eve and humanity’s mission on earth concerning procreation, migration and earthly rule. The next verse makes this abundantly clear.


1:28 And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every livingthing that moveth upon the earth.

It is clear that this verse is not speaking to Adam and Eve’s time in the garden, as God had not approved procreation or any interaction that would lead Adam and Eve to have any inclination towards this manner of interaction. Hence, this verse speaks to the post garden mission of Adam, Eve and also humanity who were created outside of the garden, as God knew full well that Adam and Eve would deviate from his way. God is Alpha and Omega and he knows the beginning and ending of all things. Please note that Cain spoke of being slayed by anyone who found him before eventually migrating to the land of Nod. 

Validation Verses:
4:14 Behold, thou hast driven me out this day from the face of the earth; and from thy face shall I be hid; and I shall be a fugitive and a vagabond in the earth; and it shall come to pass, that every one that findeth me shall slay me. 

4:15 And the LORD said unto him, Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And the LORD set a mark upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him. 

4:16 And Cain went out from the presence of the LORD, and dwelt in the land of Nod, on the east of Eden.

Note:
The are many people who like to suggest and believe in an 8th day creation. That is their right as individuals. However, it is more plausible to believe that all of the races were created on the sixth day after the creation of Adam and Eve. We have already established that God had people established in the earth outside of the garden. God’s word says that created everything in six days and he rested on the seventh day.

Validation Verses:
2:1 Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them.

2:2 And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made

*It is important to note that God did not focus on Adam’s race as many do today. Even so, there is no clarity on Adam’s race, as many if not all races show blood in the face based on complexion and emotions that orchestrate bloodflow in the facial region. Strong’s Concordance gives a Greek translation of Adam as “the red earth” indicative of what Adam was created from.

3:22 And the LORD God said, Behold, the man is become as one of us, to know good and evil: and now, lest he put forth his hand, and take also of the tree of life, and eat, and live for ever:

God was preparing Adam and Eve for life in perfect harmony with his way and mercy. Symmetry in timing continuity and the sustainability that comes from trusting and obeying God at all times protects us from the evil of satan. God was also mindful that Christ, the tree of life would have given Adam and Eve the reward of foreknowledge concerning their new lives outside of the garden. God was not going to allow this to occur because Adam, Eve and humanity would not learn the lesson of faith, trust and commitment to God and his way. 

Validation Verses: 
3:23 Therefore the LORD God sent him forth from the garden of Eden, to till the ground from whence he was taken.

3:24 So he drove out the man; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden Cherubims, and a flaming sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life.

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The Lineage of Man
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Seedline Doctrine
This is a very controversial subject due to very obvious reason such as those who would promote a racial prominence agenda that exploits Christianity in every sense of the word. Free individuals have the right to be foolish, and so it is that many choose such ways for themselves. That aside, God has a Way and a Word that is irrefutable and any and all confusion comes from man. The seed of man is not race specific in the bible, as it makes a distinction between humanity that is represented by all races and the satanic/sub human forces that represent satan and the sons of darkness, a sub viable reality and an endeavor of pure evil. The seed of humanity is critical to man’s spiritual and physical survival on earth. We cannot avoid the reality of scripture. God has made this so and it brings nations and peoples together through interaction, worship and praise. 

Note:
The Prophetic bloodline is the bloodline of humanity that has repelled the attacks of satan and those who follow and represent the sons of darkness.

Men as Trees in the Bible
Throughout the bible, man is referenced as a type of tree with distinctive branches and discernible fruit. This begins in Genesis and continues throughout the Old and New Testaments. A biblical reference to men as trees is a spiritual to physical order of creation and manifestation. It is my sincere hope that this articulation will make the following commentary discernible. 

Genesis

3:2 And the woman said unto the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the trees of the garden:

3:3 But of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God hath said, Ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it, lest ye die. 

It is important that we understand why God did not want Adam and Eve to partake of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. The very nature of this tree is sinful. In fact, to touch it will put Adam and Eve in proximity with “out of season” knowledge that will destroy their reality in the garden. Satan has an evil nature that is unnatural and seductive. This nature is identified concerning those who follow satan in the book of Jude: 

Jude 1

1:19 These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit.

The Forbidden Fruit
The scholars of the body of Christ are of the opinion that the forbidden fruit came from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil and that by eating from it or “devouring” (Hebrew translation) its lustful vanities, Adam and Eve became cognizant of what would attract them to one another as man and woman. The controversy comes in when some scholars suggest that satan set the precedent for fallen angels or the sons of God (​Genesis)​procreating with the daughters of man. Some use the Dead Sea Scrolls as validation for this, but the sources are not mainstream concerning Christian doctrine. Regardless of who is right and who is wrong, it is clear that satan and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil represents an undisciplined evil nature that causes man to fall victim to the lusts that permeate the heart when man deviates from the Way and Word of God. Such clarity is more important than arguing over possibilities that share the same evil premise of deviation from the Way of God.

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Genesis 6-10 Commentary
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder –Jacob’s Struggle Ministries 

6:1 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 

It is important that we understand that Genesis 6 is describing how man “began to multiply” on “the face of the earth” which is the surface of the earth based on the Hebrew definition of face. Daughters began to multiply or “born unto them” concerning man. The Hebrew definition of earth describes earth in “total” and “specific area” related terms. God is describing a global and regional reality that will determine both how the fallen angels will act and how God will stop them. 

6:2 That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. 

The fallen angels who were created as the Sons of God in their “compliant” angelic state, saw the “fair” or beautiful and Just (Hebrew definition of fair) “daughters of men” and “chose” to marry a certain number of these women.” At this point we can reasonably conclude that the fallen angels could base these choices on a global scale that separates them or a regional scale that gives them the ability to “multiply” quickly amongst a chosen people, nation or region.

6:3 And the LORD said, My spirit shall not always strive with man, for that he also is flesh *: yet his days shall be an hundred and twenty years. 

God is voicing his determination that his spirit will not “strive” or contend with sinful inclinations of man’s heart. God knows that this problem will be compounded by the fallen angels who are producing giants through the daughters of men on earth.

6:4 There were giants in the earth in those days; and also after that, when the sons of God came in unto the daughters of men, and they bare children to them, the same became mighty men which were of old, men of renown. 

These giants became “mighty men” by their exploitation and manipulation of their angelic knowledge that was “of old” in its origin. It is important to note that God states that there were giants “in the earth” instead of “on the face of the earth” which helps us understand the distinction between global and regional representation here.


6:5 And GOD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. 

The wickedness of the giants increased the evil that man is inclined towards when his heart is not with God.

6:6 And it repented the LORD that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart. 

God is mindful that the evil of the fallen angels can destroy both man and the earth.

6:7 And the LORD said, I will destroy man whom I have created from the face of the earth; both man, and beast, and the creeping thing, and the fowls of the air; for it repenteth me that I have made them. 

God is prepared to destroy everything on the face of the earth to stop the “wickedness” of man for whom God had a greater purpose.

6:8 But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD. 

Noah has “found grace in the eyes of God, therefore God chooses to rid the earth of wickedness in a more precise manner than opting to “destroy man” from the “face of the earth.”

6:9 These are the generations of Noah: Noah was a just man and perfect in his generations, and Noah walked with God. 

The specific Hebrew definition of “generations” relating to “perfect in his generations” refers to a time, generation and a dwelling or place of habitation concerning the earth(strong’s concordance) . The preceding Hebrew definition of “generations” relating to “the generations of Noah” describes the “descendants” of Noah. Both instances are relative to a particular area of the earth.

6:10 And Noah begat three sons, Shem, Ham, and Japheth. 

This verse describes the “descendants” of Noah.

6:11 The earth also was corrupt before God, and the earth was filled with violence. 

The specific definition of earth that is used here can relate to a region or the “entire” earth but this verse is preceded by the use of generations and descendants related terms (begat) which clearly are region specific. 

7:1 And the LORD said unto Noah, Come thou and all thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation. 

This particular use of generation is described as time, generation and dwelling specific (strong’s concordance). It is irrefutable that the flood will be in the dwelling place of Noah, although Noah and his descendants will be protected by the Ark.

7:2 Of every clean beast thou shalt take to thee by sevens, the male and his female: and of beasts that are not clean by two, the male and his female. 

7:3 Of fowls also of the air by sevens *, the male and the female; to keep seed alive upon the face of all the earth. 

It is important to note that God states his will is to “keep seed alive upon the face of All the earth.” This is significant, as God intends to maintain human representation on the surface of “all” the earth regardless of regional distinctions concerning the impending flood. Without Noah and his descendants on the Ark, the region of Noah would be totally wiped out and “seed” would not be alive relating to the full measure of representation on “the face of All the earth” regarding man, beast and fowl.

9:1 And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth. 

9:2 And the fear of you and the dread of you shall be upon every beast of the earth, and upon every fowl of the air, upon all that moveth upon the earth, and upon all the fishes of the sea; into your hand are they delivered. 

It is important to understand that Noah took his descendants on the Ark, hence, in a regional sense; they represented one branch of the body of Christ in compliance and practice. In the immediate aftermath of the flood they would have to contend with an adjacent region in regards to the following:

“the fear of you and the dread of you shall be upon every beast of the earth, and upon every fowl of the air, upon all that moveth upon the earth, and upon all the fishes of the sea; into your hand are they delivered.”
Genesis 9:2

10:5 By these were the isles of the Gentiles divided in their lands; every one after his tongue, after their families, in their nations.

The Hebrew definition of “isles” concerning this verse is coast, islands, shore and region.

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Spiritual Symmetry that Culminates in Christian Faith
Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

The Heart

The spirit of Christ cannot emanate from a hardened and contaminated heart that invites evil to contest with righteous inclinations. This is not to suggest that there will not be spiritual trials and tribulations in the life of man, however, such an occurrence comes from external forces and should not be indicative of what dwells in one’s heart. The heart must commit to accept good over evil and it is this acceptance that leads to spiritual compliance after assessing perception and reality in life’s circumstances that are influenced by external forces.

“For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies”
Matthew 15:19 

The Mind

We often forget to acknowledge the psychological disposition that plays a major role in taking the inclinations of the heart, and assimilating it with a spiritually influenced psychological discernment that will culminate in Christian faith through symmetry, continuity and sustainability.​ Man encounters problems when this symmetry is offset by evil that has been allowed to permeate the heart, the mind or both. It is imperative that we strive to reestablish that symmetry which would strengthen the individual Christian and the body of Christ as a whole, as it will prevent us from being mislead by satan.

“And he causeth all, both small and great *, rich and poor *, free and bond,
to receive a mark in their right hand *, or in their foreheads”
Revelations 13:16

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Heavenly Man and Earthly Man
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

1 Corinthians 15

15:46 How be it that was not first which is spiritual, but that which is natural; and afterward that which is spiritual.

Here, Paul poses a question that many have pondered since the creation of earthly man. It is perplexing, because it is clear that the spiritual is mightier, more viable and actually precedes the existence of earthly man, as the spirit originates and emanates from God (“God is a spirit and we worship him in spirit”). Paul is preparing man for discernment of reality that earthly man must have natural inclinations toward God concerning his heart and mind (symmetry and constancy) in order to become viably functional concerning spiritual matters through the continuity of time, experience and a faith that benefits from discernment of these variables. Paul is also preparing man for the reality that the parameters of the earthly man is preceded by and subordinate to the Power and Dominion of God and his Heavenly Hosts which include Heavenly Man. 

Preceding Verses of Enlightenment

15:45 And so it is written, The first man Adam was made* a living soul; the last Adam was made a quickening spirit.
Here a distinction is made between Adam, the earthly man who became a “living soul” and Christ who is a “Firstborn Creation” who was made a “Quickening” or Life Giving Spirit by the Grace of God. Adam only precedes Christ as a physical being on earth. Thus the spiritual manifestation of Christ as an earthly man follows the physical creation and forming of Adam, a physical being in need of the spirit of God to become a living soul. 

15:47 The first man is of the earth, earthy: the second man is the Lord from heaven.

Here is another distinction made concerning the origin of Adam, an earthly man and Christ, a Heavenly Man coming to earth in the “manifestation”​ of an earthly man. 

15:48 As is the earthy, such are they also that are earthy: and as is the heavenly, such are they also that are heavenly. 

This verse explains the natural inclinations of Adam which are physical to spiritual as an earthly man and the natural inclinations of Christ which are spiritual as a Heavenly Man. However, the manifestation of Christ as a physical being takes on the realities of earthly man concerning a physical to spiritual progression and transcendence. 

15:49 And as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly.

Here, Paul gives us a further description of the physical to spiritual progression and transcendence that will allow man to leave the finite existence of earthly man for infinite and time indefinite reality of Heavenly Man by the Grace and Will of God. This is a return to the times of old that preceded the creation of earthly man.

Validation Verse of Enlightenment

Ecclesiastes 1

1:10 Is there any thing whereof it may be said, See, this is new? it hath been already of old time, which was before us

2 Peter

3:5 For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water:
Here Peter describes a developed creation concerning the Heavens and the earth of old easily accessible to the Heavenly hosts. 

Genesis 1

1:2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.
Here we have a description of an earth without form with the Hebrew translation of form describing a wasteland. This wasteland is covered by water in Genesis 1. Our knowledge of the flood during the time of Noah gives us clarity concerning the reality that the time preceding the creation of earthly man and the flood of Noah’s time had contrasting “wasteland” similarities. The Hebrew translation of earth describes earth as both the “world” and a “region specific” area. The Heavens are not mentioned during the bible’s account of the flood during Noah’s time or generation. This creates a distinction concerning Genesis 1 and Genesis 6 which are in contrast to the earth “of old” described in 2 Peter. 3:5. Thus, the creation of earthly man on an earth without form was due to a destruction of the earth in configuration and representation.​ Historically, we have multiple precedents concerning earthly destruction that are well documented regarding meteor showers and volcanoes in addition to the bible’s suggestion of a flood (downpour or overflow) that left the earth void and “without” form for example. .

Note:

It is important to note that the Heaven that created from a separation of the earthly firmaments in Genesis 1 (Heaven) is distinctly different in configuration of the Heaven(s) of old described in 2 Peter 3:5. The Hebrew definition of Heaven describes both the sky and the “abode” of God. When God's spirit moved "over the face of the waters" in Genesis 1 we know that God's abode preceded the earth that was "void and without form." We also know that the fall of satan from God's abode preceded everything in Genesis 1 except "in the beginning, God created the Heavens and the earth" which precedes and is distinctly different from the earth that was "void and without form" concerning the origin of creation which consists of the "plural" Heavens and the earth and the "post destruction" creation and forming of the "singular" firmament/​heaven/​sky and the earth.

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Remembering Christ on Easter
Bishop Terrance Jones
Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Like 22:18 For I say unto you *, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come.

Christ is explaining his mission, his concern and reality which removes perceptions that separate and mislead humanity. The vine is a singular expression of the unity of the body of Christ. Christ reveals that his soul will not drink or “replenish” itself until the Kingdome of God returns with him. To understand this better we must take note of the following:

Manisfestation

God sent a manifestation of his only begotten son to save us from sin. However, we must understand that a manifestation of God is not the “total” representation of Christ. God sent a manifestation of Christ that could be beheld in the body of man yet able to subdue all forms of evil with a spiritual commitment to God from which he came. If the manifestation term is confusing, please note the many biblical references by Christ to God who is the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Christ will return in a manifestation of spiritual power backed with a manifestation of the kingdom of God to reestablish the body of Christ. We should do all that we can to be ready for his return.

Luke 22:19 And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me.

Christ wants us to remember his way which allowed him to ascend and transcend from a physical to spiritual order of elevation that sets the standard for man. The physical realm if finite, however the spiritual reality of existence is infinite.

Luke 22:20 Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.

The New Testament was forged in the sacrifice of Christ, the culmination of all biblical prophecies past, present and future. God is Alpha and Omega which represents a way or “vine” of truth.

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Colossians 1 Commentary
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Colossians 1
1:14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:

Christ has made the ultimate sacrifice for mankind and such a sacrifice demands our most ardent desire to remain faithful to his Way and Light. To speak a word of truth is simple only to those who do so in hidden proximities, however, a spiritual transcendence that is positive in nature awaits those who choose faith in the face of exertive opposition. 

1:12 Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:

Enlightenment is an inheritance and a gift from God. To come together as Christians to share in the benefits of this gift strengthens all who participate and expands the light of truth as exemplified by the saints of Christ. 

1:13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:

1:15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:

God has stated that Christ is the “firstborn” of creation and the Way to God is through Christ. It is important that we acknowledge this in spirit and practice, as it is indicative of the respect that is due God, the origin of all things. God demands this from us. Christ, the Son moves through the will of the Father who preceded his existence as the reality of Alpha and Omega. The Holy Spirit emanates from God who uses it to instill life and that which leads man to experience divine providence through faith, worship and service.

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The Way of Old
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

44:5 One shall say, I am the LORD'S; and another shall call himself by the name of Jacob; and another shall subscribe with his hand unto the LORD, and surname himself by the name of Israel.

44:6 Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.

Here, there is a reference to the fruitful branches of Christ that represent diversity concerning all who work in and towards the Way of the Lord as Israel, the embodiment of the best of humanity and a single nation formed from all nations and peoples regarding humanity. 

58:12 And they that shall be of thee shall build the old waste places: thou shalt raise up the foundations of many generations; and thou shalt be called, The repairer of the breach, The restorer of paths to dwell in.
This verse speaks of those who will repair the “breach” or perceptions that blind man from the reality of God, his Way and his Word. This breach goes back many generations.

Deviation (Genesis 6)

6:4 There were giants in the earth in those days; and also after that, when the sons of God came in unto the daughters of men, and they bare children to them, the same became mighty men which were of old, men of renown.
The fallen angels who chose wives from the daughters of man, became “mighty men” which were “of old” concerning Enlightenment regarding God’s Way and Word which they opted to manipulate and exploit in direct opposition to the Will of God. 

Apostasy (Hebrews 6)

6:4 For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost,

6:5 And have tasted the good word of God, and the powers of the world to come,

6:6 If they shall fall away, to renew them again unto repentance; seeing they crucify to themselves the Son of God afresh, and put him to an open shame.

To become enlightened is not a least to best case scenario or form of representation concerning God and his Way. God does not wish that man choose the lesser form of representation of God’s word and if man’s understanding of the same is limited due to a significant deviation or misrepresentati​on of God’s Way and Word over the generations, then surely we understand that in many cases, we have no authority or right to charge one with Apostasy. We have proof of this assertion concerning those who God blessed with authority and leadership over the body of Christ:

Exodus 32

32:3 And all the people brake off the golden earrings which were in their ears, and brought them unto Aaron.

32:4 And he received them at their hand, and fashioned it with a graving tool, after he had made it a molten calf: and they said, These be thy gods, O Israel, which broughtthee up out of the land of Egypt.

32:5 And when Aaron saw it, he built an altar before it; and Aaron made proclamation, and said, To morrow is a feast to the LORD.

32:6 And they rose up early on the morrow, and offered burnt offerings, and brought peace offerings; and the people sat down to eat and to drink, and rose up to play.

32:7 And the LORD said unto Moses, Go, get thee down; for thy people, which thou broughtest out of the land of Egypt, have corrupted themselves:

32:8 They have turned aside quickly out of the way which I commanded them: they have made them a molten calf, and have worshipped it, and have sacrificed thereunto, and said, These be thy gods, O Israel, which have brought thee up out of the land of Egypt.

God speaks of his dislike for the actions of Aaron and the Israelites, however, he forgives them and sends his Way and Word to them through his Prophet Moses. There is no mention of Apostasy here for a people in desperate need of the strongest articulation of Enlightenment from God.

1 Kings

11:10 And had commanded him concerning this thing, that he should not go after other gods: but he kept not that which the LORD commanded.

11:11 Wherefore the LORD said unto Solomon, Forasmuch as this is done of thee, and thou hast not kept my covenant and my statutes, which I have commanded thee, I will surely rend the kingdom from thee, and will give it to thy servant.

11:12 Notwithstanding​ in thy days I will not do it for David thy father's sake: but I will rend it out of the hand of thy son.

11:13 Howbeit I will not rend away all the kingdom; but will give one tribe to thy son for David my servant's sake, and for Jerusalem's sake which I have chosen.

God justly punished Solomon, however, there is no indication or distinction that equates to Apostasy.

Note:
11:41 And the rest of the acts of Solomon, and all that he did, and his wisdom, are they not written in the book of the acts of Solomon?
11:43 And Solomon slept with his fathers, and was buried in the city of David his father: and Rehoboam his son reigned in his stead.

Our study of the bible clearly teaches us that the term, slept is an advances spiritual status and reality. Additionally one understands that Solomon would not have been buried in the city of David if he was judged as an Apostate.

Isaiah 6

6:8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.
6:9 And he said, Go, and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not; and see ye indeed, but perceive not.
6:10 Make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy, and shut their eyes; lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and convert, and be healed.
6:11 Then said I, Lord, how long? And he answered, Until the cities be wasted without inhabitant, and the houses without man, and the land be utterly desolate,
6:12 And the LORD have removed men far away, and there be a great forsaking in the midst of the land.
6:13 But yet in it shall be a tenth, and it shall return, and shall be eaten: as a teil tree, and as an oak, whose substance is in them, when they cast their leaves: so the holy seed shall be the substance thereof.

*As you can see, combating evil is to make the crooked straight, remove the fog of perception and repel satan and his followers who have the mark of the beast.

Isaiah 45
45:2 I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight : I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron:

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2 Peter Commentary
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

2 Peter
3:8 But, beloved, be not * ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.

It is important that we remain cognizant of the words “with” and “at” concerning this verse. Hence, “one day is with or “beside” God as or “like” a thousand years. Spiritually speaking, this verse and reality is a beginning point for our understanding of God’s power and majesty. The Hebrew translation of “as” is “like” not “equating to” thus, every day is like a thousand years but can also be “like” indicative or “equating to” a more expansive period of time. 

Note:

It is also important to understand that once we begin to understand what God can do in a spiritual representation of a day, we understand also that nothing is impossible for God outside of and within spiritual and physical parameters.

Genesis 
2:2 And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made. 

Does this verse state 6 physical days of creation?

Does this verse articulate a physical creation over time?

*Discerning Reality from Perception 

While the Hebrew translation of “day” can range from the temporal to an expansive “period” or “time” in the general sense, we see that specificity concerning the creation of the heavens and the earth is known only by God. Many would suggest a different translation for “day” concerning creation, yet they make no attempt to prove discernment in regards to Christianity’s spiritual and physical realities. 

Secrets of Enlightenment (Creation in Prophecy)

Psalms 104
104:19 He appointed the moon for seasons: the sun knoweth his going down.
104:20 Thou makest darkness, and it is night: wherein all the beasts of the forest do creep forth.
104:21 The young lions roar after their prey, and seek their meat from God.
104:22 The sun ariseth, they gather themselves together, and lay them down in their dens.
104:23 Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labour until the evening.
104:24 O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.

2 Peter

3:5 For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water:

Note

There are many people who fail to see the infinite sources of knowledge that illuminate God’s “Way” through Christ. In fact, the Dead Sea Scrolls (ex. The Secrets of the Way things Are) can not be properly discerned without the Holy Bible. There is a free Dead Sea Scroll commentary link on my www.​thejisscorporat​ion.​org site.

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The Wisdom of King Solomon
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder- Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

Keys to Understanding King Solomon

1. Wisdom to Rule (Nation)
2. Wisdom to Instruct (Man)
3. Wisdom to Guide (The Enlightened Body of Christ)

7:13 Consider the work of God: for who can make that straight, which he hath made crooked ?

Solomon is cautioning man not to oppose the will of God. Solomon is also instructing man to “consider the works of God” before making a decision concerning his creation, as God can make the crooked straight through those he chooses to guide, yet man can not make the crooked straight of his own volition.

Validation Verses of Enlightenment

Isaiah 45 and 55

45:2 I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight (8762) : I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron: 

55:7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. 

55:11 So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. 

King Solomon on the Functionality of Man 

Life/Death (Priority, Focus, Continuity)

Solomon focused on the premise of man being mindful of his “eventual” death instead of a birth that brings most men into the world without cognizance of their future works with the exception of Christ came into this world to absolve humanity of their sins through his sacrifice and example. In the book of Ecclesiastes, Solomon instructs man and the body of Christ as a whole to fear God and choose wisdom over vanity over the course of man’s existence on earth. 

Keys to Understanding King Solomon Concerning Death

Solomon equates death as the culmination of inclinations and actions that will be judged at least in the following manner: 

1. Life Works- Good or Sinful
2. Birth to Death Variance- Indicative for most as Good and sinful 

*Death as a Mirror

Ecclesiastes 7:2

7:2 It is better to go to the house of mourning, than to go to the house of feasting: for that is the end of all men; and the living will lay it to his heart.
Solomon clearly sees death as a “mirror” upon which God allows man to see the balance of his life works concerning the “good” and the “sinful” measure of inclinations and actions. Thus, death affects man in the following manner:

The Righteous- Sleep 
The Unrighteous- Die 

Validation Verse of Enlightenment

Ecclesiastes 7:1 

7:1 A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth. 

*Solomon addresses two variables of spiritual benefit here, yet he begins with the finite blessing of this world (name) and ends with the infinite blessing (eventual death) that determines whether man’s actions will please God after a life full of works.

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Ecclesiastes 1 Commentary
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder-​Jacob’s Struggle Ministries
Ecclesiastes 1

1:1 The words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem.

Solomon articulates his wisdom in a manner consistent with the actions ,life experience and discernment of one who speaks in the proper “season” with the best of intentions toward God and humanity. 

Note:

The Keys of Solomon’s Discernment 

Words – A determinant of simplicity and verifiable truths vs. any lineage only demands

Preacher- A distinction of simplicity and humility given Solomon’s earthly power and dominion as a King of Israel. Israel is a nation comprised of nations in origin (Genesis creation) and establishment (Spiritual Anointing) through the blessing bestowed upon Jacob. 

Son of David- A statement of intent and compliance concerning Solomon a physical and spiritual seed, branch and fruit David.

King of Jerusalem- Spiritual significance regarding the blessing, authority and redemption that God allotted David, King of Israel. 


1:2 Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity.

Solomon sees the actions of man as the “vanities of vanity”, as man constantly restricts himself with inclinations that satisfy the “vanity of man” regarding earthly power and dominion and desires towards the same. 


1:3 What profit hath a man of all his labour which he taketh under the sun?

This is a question that is relative to man’s existence as a creation of God. The sun is but a sub viable representation of God’s magnificence, yet man cannot flourish without it on earth. This is a physical reality that is preceded by Spiritual realities in precedence. There is no benefit or “profit” to actions or labors under the sun that are not respectful of he who created both the sun and man while also creating the earth that brings the two together. 

1:4 One generation passeth away, and another generation cometh but the earth abideth for ever.

Earthly man has power and dominion on earth, yet the earth outlasts the flesh, as God created man to seek the infinite reality of a heavenly host that is indicative of a “return” to God and the ways of old concerning the soul of man uncorrupted by the vanities of the flesh.

1:5 The sun also ariseth, and the sun goeth down, and hasteth to his place where he arose.

Solomon is explaining how the light of God “ariseth”, “goeth down” and hasteth to his place of origin which is indicative of man’s vanity concerning compliance with God’s Way and God’s Word. The physical sun waxes and wanes in symmetry with the creation, actions and constancy of man’s generations in restropect.

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Revelations 1:1-4 Commentary
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder - Jacob's Struggle Ministries

Revelation 1
1:1 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John: 

It is important to note that this verse begins by mentioning the “revelation” of Christ which means “concerning things unknown” in Hebrew (strong’s concordance). The realities of the “unknown” represent the past and the present concerning the revelation of Christ as revealed to John in addition to the foretelling of prophecies which will describe that “which must shortly come to pass” in the future. 

1:2 Who bare record of the word of God, and of the testimony of Jesus Christ, and of all things that he saw. 

John related the record of the word of the father and the “testimony” of Christ, the Son regarding all things that were revealed or shown to John. 

1:3 Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein for the time is at hand. 

To “readeth” is to distinguish (strong’s concordance) and discern. To hear is to “understand” and to “keep” is to guard that which is indicative of God, his Word and his Way. These three variables demand constancy through faith and actions from the Body of Christ. Blessings from God will occur and endure as a result.

1:4 John to the seven churches which are in Asia: Grace be unto you, and peace, from him which is, and which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which are before his throne; 

The seven or “spiritually perfect” Churches of Asia who are perfect in spiritual premise and corresponding works are promised a spiritual increase through the “Grace” of God who as Alpha and Omega, is the “Creator Which Is and Which Was” and “Will be” beyond time indefinite, as Jehovah God is the “Author” of time. The seven Spirits are before the Throne of God and moves forth by Jehovah’s Command.

Passage of Enlightenment

*Dead Sea Scrolls: Secrets of the Way things Are

4Q417 Frag. 1 Col. 1
“You enlightened one, behold and you will understand the awesome secrets of the wonders of God. And behold the secret of the way things are and the deeds of old, why they came to be and what they were, why things are and why they continue to be.”
The Secret of the Way things Are (Dead Sea Scrolls)

Jacob and Israel (Commentary)

It is critical that we understand that God’s establishment of Jacob or “Israel” represented a unifying determinant for humanity. It is also important to understand that the Hebrew definition of Jew has two distinctive, yet inclusive characteristics​:​
1. Jewish by lineage and belief
2. Jewish by inclusion

As you can see, the inclusive determinant creates spiritually beneficial environments:

Note the following:

“For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit.”
1 Cor. 12:13

“But he is a Jew, which is one inwardly; and circumcision is that of the heart, in the spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not of men, but of God.”
Roman 2:29

The man to nation blessing of Jacob was to establish leadership and governance for all nations who were created from one dust to which we all will return. The Jacob to Jesus Christ prophecy was fulfilled over 2000 years ago and we serve our heavenly father through Christ while striving to remain true to his way. 

“And God said unto him, I am God Almighty: be fruitful and multiply; a nation and a company of nations shall be of thee, and kings shall come out of thy loins.”
Gen. 35:11

Thankful for God’s Loving Kindness,
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder
Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

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Signs and Symbols
Bishop Terrance Jones
Founder- Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

John 4:48

4:48 Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

In the proper context, "signs and wonders" become symbols. The earthly intellect of man often chooses to base faith on extraordinary gifts and wonders at the expense of the natural progressions of themselves and humanity through constancy in works that increase faith significantly and substantially. The constancy of man’s works and faith facilitates scenarios by the Will of God where one will not miss the obvious concerning the discernment of God’s Way, God’s Word and God’s signs. 

Hebrew Translation of Signs

Signs- “of miracles and wonders by which God authenticates the men 
sent by him, or by which men prove that the cause they are 
pleading is God's (Strong’s Concordance).”

Medicine Symbol

The opposition of two serpents coiled around what equates to the same rod or staff that will establish the manner and means in which man is treated is a sign of man’s acknowledgement​ of right and wrong concerning the path of medicine. The wings clearly have Angelic representations​ that will enlighten the path of medicine while also establishing the distinction between the two serpents concerning right and wrong. Such a “sign” takes precedent in meaning, yet it will also prove to be symbolic over time. There are both spiritual and physical realities concerning the medical symbol that is truly a sign from God. 

Validating Verses of Enlightenment 

Matthew 10

10:1 And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.

Note:

Maybe you have heard of the “snake doctor” on the U.S. Army Special Forces show, “The Unit.” America’s U.S. Army heroes are called “snake eaters”, as they separate the snakes from their threatening variables concerning consumption in order to survive while liberating the oppressed in volatile and desolate theatres across the globe. To survive is not a sin, yet a failure to act in God’s Way concerning the deterrence of evil will always be sinful. Such is the difference between those who lead through actions and those whose neutrality fuels the provocative nature of those inclined towards the instability of evil. 

Matthew 10

10:16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
Speaking the Truth in God’s Way

Job 37

37:14 Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.

Elihu is cautioning Job to consider the magnificence of God that takes shape in the form of guidance and blessings that will protect those that endure difficulty through faith in God. 

Job 38
38:1 Then the LORD answered Job out of the whirlwind, and said,

38:2 Who is this that darkeneth counsel by words without knowledge?

Here, God voices his displeasure that Job had to be cautioned due to shortcomings concerning his faith in God and God’s promise to protect his sheep. God blessed Job with spiritual and earthly wealth, yet Job did not understand which was infinite and which was finite. Such is the difference between reality and perceptions that restrict the spiritual progress of man. God expects man to strive for a spiritual perfection that transcends the physical perceptions of man’s personal intellect and vain inclinations, as these must be controlled by a cleansed heart and a sound mind that understands the benefits of symmetry and the detriments of opposition regarding man’s heart and mind.

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The Premise and Objective of Nation State Related New Beginnings in America

Bishop Terrance Jones

Founder- Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

1. ANNUIT COEPTIS- “God has favored our undertaking”

2. NOVUS ORDO SECLORUM- “A new order has begun” 

3. E PLURIBUS UNUM-“One nation from many people” 

*Pyramid- A representation of precision 

Note:
Perception- The Pyramid only represents 13 (colonies, levels) 

Reality- The Pyramid is a representation of 14 including the triangulated capstone (A Guided Nation Determinant and Distinction). 

*Capstone- Representing guidance that reflects the infinite and finite based on acceptance, compliance and continuity: 

1. Triangular Guidance (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) 

2. All Encompassing Dominion (Triangulated Coverage) 

3. Triangular Span of Blessing (Jacob, Israel, Joseph)

Jacob-Unifying Determinant (All Nations and Peoples)

Israel-Man to Nation Objective

Joseph- The vision and Foresight of Israel (One Nation from Many Nations) 


*All Seeing Eye-The All-​Encompassing Vision of God and the enlightened 

*Illuminating Light- The Emanating Majesty and Power of God

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Christianity and the American Flag

Stars- The American flag’s 50 stars represent the 50 states operating in harmony under the light of truth and justice. The stars also represent all who are enlightened and strengthened by such an environment.

Blue Box- Blue represents a commitment to security, law and order in the midst of exertive constants like dissension, aggression and crime. Blue in this respect is tactical and ultimately indicative of an engagement between good and evil with law enforcement, or the “boys in blue” representing good and wearing the somber color of the day and times while also representing the light of justice that neutralizes and minimizes the effects of the same on America’s domestic citizenry. 

Red Stripes- Red is the color of war and is indicative of engagements between good and evil that cause the shedding of blood, the color of war. Evil is a constant yet Justice prevails through faith, honor and commitment.

White Stripes-The white lines represent the light of truth that shines and endures. This light restricts and minimizes crises scenarios while also preventing the unjust from destabilizing the American Union regardless of the constancy of ill intent and evil. 

13 Stripes- This represents the original 13 colonies who were committed to forming one nation under the ever watchful, all seeing vision of God. The separation of Church and State is a commitment to endeavor after good without allowing our shortcomings to be confused with or related to God and the Church.

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Psalms Commentary

Bishop Terrance Jones

Founder-Jacob’s Struggle Ministries

2:1  Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?

Those who are inclined towards evil “rage” at any possibility of peaceful coexistence while the “people” who represent nations act in accordance with “vain” imaginings regarding their refusal to speak out against such evil. This manner of indecision would cause King Solomon, the son of King David, to lose much of his kingdom.

Note:

The word heathen in this respect is translated as gentiles or descendants of Abraham who have clearly gone astray.

2:2  The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying,

2:3  Let us break their bands asunder, and cast away their cords from us.

The rulers of the earth see no personal value in the people’s belief in Jehovah, hence they conspire to break the symmetry between Jehovah and his anointed and the people who support them.

2:4  He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision.

2:5  Then shall he speak unto them in his wrath, and vex them in his sore displeasure.

Those who are lost delude themselves into believing they can prevent the will of Jehovah from occurring and such arrogance ultimately causes them ruin and ridicule. Jehovah communicates his power and dominion through his wrath which is hastened by his displeasure with the wicked. 

2:6  Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion.

Jehovah chose and established King David in Jerusalem as a sign of what was, what is and what is to become concerning Christ, the son of God (Jehovah) who would come to earth from the branch of David. 

Jehovah alone establishes his representatives in accordance with the signs and upon the symbols of his majesty, prominence and rule.

2:7  I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee.

In establishing King David as the branch which would bring Christ to earth, Jehovah allows King David to share in the status of Christ, his only begotten son.

This blessing would significantly influence King David’s rule over Israel. 

2:8   Ask of me, and I shall give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession.

2:9  Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron; thou shalt dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel.

King David is promised victory over those who are inclined towards evil. Jehovah describes the decisive manner in which such a victory will occur.

2:10  Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth.

2:11   Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.

2:12   Kiss the Son, lest he be angry, and ye perish from the way, when his wrath is kindled but a little. Blessed are all they that put their trust in him.

Jehovah issues a warning to the rulers of the earth to fear the Lord (Jehovah) who continues to bless man instead of punishing him for his evil. Jehovah also instructs man to be wary of how he acts towards King David, the anointed of Jehovah who follows the Way of Jehovah and has been promised a decisive victory over the wicked.  

Amen