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Job and Self-Evaluation (Part One): Job's Character

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Hebrew word *'asah* (H6213), pronounced as Ose or Ah-sa, appears four times in the book of Job as a name for God, signifying Him as the Maker. This designation emphasizes God's role as Creator, distinct from other names used in the book such as Elohim, Yahweh, and Shaddai. Unlike these other names, *'asah* specifically highlights His creative power and authority over all things. Notably, this name does not connect Him to Israel within the context of Job, reinforcing the book's universal application of divine principles. It underscores that God's identity as Maker extends beyond any specific cultural or national boundary, presenting Him as the sovereign Creator whose creative acts are central to the narrative and theology of Job.

Choosing the New Man (Part Two)

Article by Charles Whitaker

The Hebrew word *asah* (H6213), translated as "make" in Ezekiel 18:31 in the King James Version, appears numerous times in the Old Testament and is rendered in various ways such as "keep," "do," "work," and similar verbs. It signifies that we make ourselves a new heart through our actions. Specifically, the action God requires of us is keeping His law and doing His commandments, which is the work of a Christian. By its meaning of "prepare," *asah* encapsulates both sides of the covenant agreement, describing what God does for us and what we must do for ourselves to receive the promises of the New Covenant. God has prepared unimaginable glory for us, while we are to prepare ourselves as living sacrifices, akin to how an Israelite prepared an animal sacrifice, by putting on the new man through our conduct and choices.

Sovereignty, Election, and Grace (Part Six)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Hebrew word *asah* (H6213) holds significant meaning in understanding God's role in creation and transformation. This term, appearing 328 times in the Old Testament, fundamentally means to make, do, or create, deriving from the same root used in the creation account in Genesis. Its primary sense is to produce something, indicating that which gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition. When God says, "I will cause you," as seen in Ezekiel 36, it reflects His exertion of mental and spiritual energy to make something happen, emphasizing His active role in initiating and enabling outcomes. This concept reinforces the idea that God is the originator and source of renewal and creation in our lives. Just as He caused pivotal events like the death of the firstborn, the dividing of the Red Sea, and the provision of manna to enable Israel's journey, He is always out in front, clearing the way and making it possible for us to follow. His actions, described by *asah*, demonstrate that He is the one creating and causing obedience, ensuring that we are equipped to walk behind Him in submission to His government.

Genesis 1: Fact or Fiction?

Article by Earl L. Henn

In Genesis 1:16, the Hebrew word *asah* (H6213), translated as "made," is used in a verb form that denotes completed action. This indicates that the sun, moon, and stars could have been created on the fourth day or at any previous time. These heavenly bodies had been formed long before the creation week began, and verses 16 through 18 serve as parenthetical statements affirming that their creation occurred sometime in the past.

Passover (Part Three)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Nine steps had to be included with the Passover observance, all within the house until morning. It takes place between sun's setting and complete darkness.