Lecture on the Parallel of Scriptures and DNA

Introduction

• Introduction to the relationship between scriptures and DNA.
• Discussion on how DNA works in our bodies and parallels with communication.

Rules for the Lesson

• Keep mics muted unless asking/answering a question.
• Use the mic to speak in the classroom.
• Raise hand feature for questions, which must be on topic.
• 60 seconds to ask or answer questions.

Main Themes

Reasons for Changes in Belief/Doctrine

• Self-control.
• Misunderstanding or personal interpretation.
• Cultural influences.

Accountability of Teachers

• Teachers are held to greater accountability due to their influence.
• The impact of words and the potential to mislead through teaching.

Power of Words

• Words can create or destroy (life and death in the power of the tongue).
• The tongue as a small but powerful member, capable of great influence.
• Comparisons to ships' rudders and horses' bits to illustrate control.

Parallels Between Inside and Outside

• The lesson will show parallels between internal processes and outward behaviors.
• DNA as a metaphor for how we carry messages; how this can be 'clean' or 'muddy'.
• Importance of being honest about personal growth and change.

Scriptural Insights

The Word as Creation

• By the word, the heavens and earth were created (Psalms 33:6).
• Importance of having the word within to guide actions and speech.

James 3: Stumble and Offend

• Discussion on translation differences (stumble vs. offend).
• Perfection linked with maturity and self-control.

Weapons of the Tongue

• The tongue as a weapon capable of significant influence.
• Setting the course of life similar to Genesis - initiating cycles or beginnings.

Comparison Between Jeremiah and Genesis

• Jeremiah's vision parallels the Genesis creation story.
• Discusses how destruction due to sin is likened to pre-creation chaos.

The Concept of Kingdom

• Definition and characteristics of a kingdom.
• Importance of having an undivided kingdom within oneself.
• The relation between internal kingdom and the external kingdom.

Spiritual Understanding

• The law as spiritual; walking in the spirit involves understanding and living by the law.
• Carnality as being low in spiritual knowledge.

Growth and Fruit Bearing

• Spiritual growth compared to a seed growing into fruit.
• The process of internal change reflected externally.

Closing Thoughts

• The importance of unity and oneness, especially in spiritual communities.
• Encouragement to seek deeper understanding and application of spiritual truths.