What ARE The Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven anyhow?

[Fireinfolding]

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Same exact greek word used in Ephesian 2:22 also used in Reve 18. Just saw this today and it appears 3 different greek words are used in it ["oik" meaning "house"]. Pretty interesting.

http://www.scripture4all.org/

Ephesians 2:22 in whom also ye are being-builded-together/sun-oik-odomeisqe <4925, into a habitation/kat-oik-hthrion <2732> of the God in Spirit.

Reve 18:2 And he cries in strong voice, saying, `She falls, She falls, Babylon the great. And she became a habitation/kat-oik-hthrion <2732 of demons, and prisonhouse of every spirit unclean, and prisonhouse of every unclean and bird unclean,

Hebrews 7:12 for the Priesthood being changed, out of necessity also, of Law a change is becoming,

You mean word for the thread (not the day) lol

Rev 18:2 And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, andthe hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird.

Jerm 5:17 As a cage is full of birds, so are their houses full of deceit: therefore they are become great, and waxen rich.

Caged birdies, appear as deceitful hateful devils huh?

 

[LittleLambofJesus]

You mean word for the thread (not the day) lol

Rev 18:2 And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, andthe hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird.

Jerm 5:17 As a cage is full of birds, so are their houses full of deceit: therefore they are become great, and waxen rich.

Caged birdies, appear as deceitful hateful devils huh?

Gene 6:18 `And I have established My covenant with thee, and thou hast come in unto the ark, thou, and thy sons, and thy woman/0802 'ishshah, and thy son's women/0802 'ishshah with thee; 19 and of all that liveth, of all flesh, two of every [sort] thou dost bring in unto the ark, to keep alive with thee; male/02145 zakar and female/05347 n@qebah are they.

Genesis 7:1 And YHWH saith to Noah, `Come in, thou and all thy house, unto the ark, for thee I have seen righteous before Me in this generation; 2 of all the clean beasts thou dost take to thee seven pairs, a man/'iysh and its woman/'ishshah; and of the beasts which are not clean two, a man/'iysh and its woman/'ishshah;

 

[Rick Otto]

The doctrine of Christ is "according to godliness" not just a "form of godliness" . Even Timothy told to watch his life and doctrine (by the which) is able to save the hearer. Nothing wrong with following a good example (if one is following Christ) but if they are not its just as well not to follow the contrary.

What are those nuns doing in your avatar? I been trying to look more closely at it, anything they are not supposed to be doing? lol

I didn't take the picture, so I'm not sure what they're smokin', but it looks like they're takin' a cigarette break, & I for one think they deserve one.

 

[Fireinfolding]

Wouldnt the keys to the Kingdom (wherein His will be done) as it pertains to "binding" relate (in any way, shape or form) to "the binding up the broken hearted" ? and "the loosing" in (any way) to proclaiming "liberty" to the captives (in through and by) Christ Jesus who takes captivity captive?

Just as our Lord in this sense...

Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;

I keep thinking about this for some reason... I guess because the heart of God sometimes appears to be a bit more obscure in some explanations then others concerning what the keys might signify (well at least to me).

Think this could apply as well? I'm trying to get a broader scope of things.

 

[sunlover1]

I didn't take the picture, so I'm not sure what they're smokin', but it looks like they're takin' a cigarette break, & I for one think they deserve one.

They're probably stressed out teachers.

Wouldnt the keys to the Kingdom (wherein His will be done) as it pertains to "binding" relate (in any way, shape or form) to "the binding up the broken hearted" ? and "the loosing" in (any way) to proclaiming "liberty" to the captives (in through and by) Christ Jesus who takes captivity captive?

Just as our Lord in this sense...

Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;

I keep thinking about this for some reason... I guess because the heart of God sometimes appears to be a bit more obscure in some explanations then others concerning what the keys might signify (well at least to me).

Think this could apply as well? I'm trying to get a broader scope of things.

Hi FIF,
IMO, God's word is like peeling an onion.
Layer upon layer upon layer.

At least that's what I've found.
So yeah, who knows?

There is that which is literal as well.
But even then...

But we know Jesus didnt hand him/them
a physical key.

In fact, what exactly did the word "key" mean
at that time in history?

Key like you'd use to open a door?
Dunno that they had those.

or:
Key like on a map?

3 a : something that gives an explanation or identification or provides a solution [wash my mouth][wash my mouth][wash my mouth][wash my mouth]e key to a riddle> b : a list of words or phrases giving an explanation of symbols or abbreviations c : an aid to interpretation or identification : [SIZE=-1]CLUE[/SIZE]

or:
11 : the set of instructions governing the encipherment and decipherment of messages

*shrugs
Dunno.

 

[Fireinfolding]

I didn't take the picture, so I'm not sure what they're smokin', but it looks like they're takin' a cigarette break, & I for one think they deserve one.

I forgot to reply after my 503 no server message, sorry bout that Rick lol

I was thinking thats what they were doing Rick but I wasnt going to say it because I couldnt tell for sure.

Ofcourse they are free janitorial help, they deserve a break today, whether it be for a cigarette or a trip to burger King

 

[Fireinfolding]

They're probably stressed out teachers.




Hi FIF,
IMO, God's word is like peeling an onion.
Layer upon layer upon layer.

At least that's what I've found.
So yeah, who knows?

There is that which is literal as well.
But even then...

But we know Jesus didnt hand him/them
a physical key.

In fact, what exactly did the word "key" mean
at that time in history?

Key like you'd use to open a door?
Dunno that they had those.

or:
Key like on a map?

3 a : something that gives an explanation or identification or provides a solution [wash my mouth][wash my mouth][wash my mouth][wash my mouth]e key to a riddle> b : a list of words or phrases giving an explanation of symbols or abbreviations c : an aid to interpretation or identification : [SIZE=-1]CLUE[/SIZE]

or:
11 : the set of instructions governing the encipherment and decipherment of messages

*shrugs
Dunno.

That onion thing works for me Sun, thats how I see it as well. On the surface we can say "authority" but that hardly ever answers the question with so many appointing themselves your king

I was looking for more of the discernable difference in accord with Gods desire in binding and loosing as it might pertain to those sent and their receivers.

Hey, just keep feeling around, when it "clicks" into place then you can run everywhere with it after that happens.

Still waiting on it

 

[Rick Otto]

sunlover1They're probably stressed out teachers.

Ow! I just got a sharp pain in my guilt muscle!

Hi FIF,
IMO, God's word is like peeling an onion.
Layer upon layer upon layer.

Followed by tear after tear after tear...

So yeah, who knows?

Don't tempt me. Making up reasons was cheap entertainment as well as survival behavior, in my childhood - I was the youngest of four!

Key like you'd use to open a door?
Dunno that they had those.

The Jailers had keys.
The Gospel is the key to the Kingdom of Heaven is more congruent with scripture I think, than trying to compare Jesus' Kingship to David's, not that they aren't in line, but that they have fundamental prophetic differences - they meant different things in their time just like keys could.

Key like on a map?

Exactly. A map of The Kingdom of God.

3 a : something that gives an explanation or identification or provides a solution key to a riddle> b : a list of words or phrases giving an explanation of symbols or abbreviations c : an aid to interpretation or identification : [SIZE=-1]CLUE[/SIZE]
or:
11 : the set of instructions governing the encipherment and decipherment of messages

*shrugs
Dunno.

Hard to tell - try lookin' w/jes' one eye open!

 

[Fireinfolding]

Key there as it pertains to interpretation (Given) would appear consistent with "given to know" the mysteries of the Kingdom. Since interpretation belongs to God it says ye have received the Spirit of God that we might know what has been freely given us.

Sounds like the Spirit, its the mind of Christ that opens (our understanding) and shuts (what no man can open but Him) even unlocks the mysteries.

 

[LittleLambofJesus]

Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;

I keep thinking about this for some reason... I guess because the heart of God sometimes appears to be a bit more obscure in some explanations then others concerning what the keys might signify (well at least to me).

That is a fascinating passage.
He mentions Pardon twice in Luke 4 and what is a Savior for if not to loose us from Sins. That could also be what Isaiah means by "captivity", which sins hold us in. Thoughts?

Y@sha`yah/Isaiah 61:1 "A Spirit of 'Adonay Y@hovih [is] upon Me, Because YHWH anoints Me to bear tidings.
Humble ones He sends me to bind up to ones being broken of heart.
To call to captives, liberty, and to bound ones unclosing of prisons

Luke 1:77 Of the to give knowledge of salvation to His people in pardon/afesei<859> of their sins,

Luke 4:18 A Spirit of Lord/kuriou upon Me, of which on account He annoints Me--to bring Good News to poor ones; He has commissioned me to proclaim to captives, pardon/afesin <859>, and to blind ones recovering of sight, to commission ones having been oppressed in pardon/afesei <859>.

 

[sunlover1]

Ow! I just got a sharp pain in my guilt muscle!

lol, not your first mention of 'guilt'
Guess we all know that old joke.

The Jailers had keys.
The Gospel is the key to the Kingdom of Heaven is more congruent with scripture I think,

Thank you!!
It seems to be a popular thought so far.
Other than authority.

Hard to tell - try lookin' w/jes' one eye open!

But I like to keep them both shut tight.

 

[Rick Otto]

I know some Professional Religionists who would love to introduce you to their church.

 

[LittleLambofJesus]

I know some Professional Religionists who would love to introduce you to their church.

Well I called the pope but he didn't take my call.

John 1:1 In beginning was the Word, and the Word was toward/proV <4314> the God/qeon <2316>; and God/qeoV <2316> was the Word.

Reve 12:5 And she brought forth Son, male, who is being about to be Shepherding all the nations in rod/staff, iron. And is snatched-away the child of her toward/proV <4314> the God/qeon <2316>, and toward the throne of Him.

 

[GodsChild07]

I don't have the scripture, but here is what I know. The (virtual) Keys to The Kingdom is living in the total favor and blessing of God. It is when you and those around you have perfect health because God is taking care of what has been given to him. It is when you have been blessed by so much material and financial blessing, you never have to ask how much something costs. It is when you have so much overflow, that all around you are being blessed by just knowing you.. It is when you are walking in the power of God and can heal the sick, raise the dead, cast out demons and even move mountains. It is when you are so close to God, all you have to do is ask for something, or for him to do something, and you know it is as good as done.

That is the Keys to the Kingdom. And yes, it is possible today.

 

[Cribstyl]

I don't have the scripture, but here is what I know. The (virtual) Keys to The Kingdom is living in the total favor and blessing of God. It is when you and those around you have perfect health because God is taking care of what has been given to him. It is when you have been blessed by so much material and financial blessing, you never have to ask how much something costs. It is when you have so much overflow, that all around you are being blessed by just knowing you.. It is when you are walking in the power of God and can heal the sick, raise the dead, cast out demons and even move mountains. It is when you are so close to God, all you have to do is ask for something, or for him to do something, and you know it is as good as done.

That is the Keys to the Kingdom. And yes, it is possible today.

Okay, So, sick and crippled wont get into your Kingdom

Think about it
Hmmm

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[GodsChild07]

Okay, So, sick and crippled wont get into your Kingdom

Think about it
Hmmm

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I'm not sure what you mean , but it is definately not what I said or even eluded to. Why don't you just come straight out and say what you mean.

 

[Yekcidmij]

I don't have the scripture, but here is what I know.

Ever stop to think that there might be a reason you don't have the scripture?

 

[Cribstyl]

Mat 16:19And 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 shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.


Matthew uses the Jewish phrase "the Kingdom of Heaven" rather than "the kingdom of God" used by the other 3gospel writers.

Only Matthew writes about Keys among the 4gospel writers.
The keys are in what Matthew writes about the Kingdom of Heaven


Mat 3:2And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Mat 4:17From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Mat 5:3Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 5:10Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 5:19Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach [them], the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 5:20For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed [the righteousness] of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 7:21Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Mat 8:11And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 10:7And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Mat 11:11Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.
Mat 11:12And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force. (Believers in Jesus Christ are rushing in by believing in God's righteousness through repentance and faith in Jesus)
Mat 13:11He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.
Mat 13:24Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field:
Mat 13:31Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:
Mat 13:33Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened.
Mat 13:44Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.
Mat 13:45Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls:

Mat 13:47Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind:
Mat 13:52Then said he unto them, Therefore every scribe [which is] instructed unto the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man [that is] an householder, which bringeth forth out of his treasure [things] new and old.
Mat 16:19And 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 shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.
Mat 18:1At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?
Mat 18:3And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 18:4Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 18:23Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants.
Mat 19:12For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from [their] mother's womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven's sake. He that is able to receive [it], let him receive [it].
Mat 19:14But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Mat 19:23Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven. (Wealth is vain)
Mat 20:1For the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man [that is] an householder, which went out early in the morning to hire labourers into his vineyard.
Mat 22:2The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son,
Mat 23:13But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in [yourselves], neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in. (Here you can understand that the kingdom of heaven is shut up by those who have "the word of God" THE KEYS )


Mat 25:1Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.
Mat 25:14For [the kingdom of heaven is] as a man travelling into a far country, [who] called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.

 

[Cribstyl]

You said

I don't have the scripture, but here is what I know. The (virtual) Keys to The Kingdom is living in the total favor and blessing of God.

To be among the living is by the grace of God. Adversity happen to all that we may be tried.

...It is when you and those around you have perfect health because God is taking care of what has been given to him.

On this earth, sickness and trails happens to the just and the unjust. The saved acknowleges God presence in their lives, because it is written that troubles will come to try us. We should not love our lives unto death.
Luk 9:24For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it.

Luk 17:33Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it.
Jhn 12:25He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.


The examples of the 9-11 attacks in which the firemen ran into those buildings to save lives when the buildings collapse...
Truth is, God take care of those who gives their lives (I have scripture for that)
Mat 16:24Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.


Mat 16:25For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.
Mat 16:26For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
Mat 16:27For the Son of man shall come in the glory of his Father with his angels; and then he shall reward every man according to his works.

It is when you have been blessed by so much material and financial blessing, you never have to ask how much something costs. It is when you have so much overflow, that all around you are being blessed by just knowing you..

Tell that to the soldiers who are fighting for freedom, tell that to poor third world countries

It is when you are walking in the power of God and can heal the sick, raise the dead, cast out demons and even move mountains. It is when you are so close to God, all you have to do is ask for something, or for him to do something, and you know it is as good as done.

That is the Keys to the Kingdom. And yes, it is possible today.

I disagree........ The keys to the kingdom is believing in the Gospel which will save your soul. Peter was given that revelation by God that Jesus is "the Christ".
Peter then made a wrong assessment of what it takes to enter the kingdom and Jesus had to rebuke him
Mat 16:23But he turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men.



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[IgnatiusOfAntioch]

Scripture would be awesome and helpful.

sunlover

Hi Sun,

Actually, the answer is in the same Chapter, a little farther down. Jesus is giving His authority to His Church. "Whatsoever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven and whatsoever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven" And a little later than that "Whoever hears you hears me and whoever rejects you rejects me".