How this happened in those days?

[Steven Bobb]

Since the fall, people have been mortal. But one difference. Today, people live till maybe 90. Some old ladies could die at 100 or a little older. Indeed, the oldest in modern times was 122, but that's very exceptional. However, in the early books of the Bible like Genesis, we read Adam lived till 930. Noah was 600 when the Flood came, and Methuselah went to 969!! Now I know God shortened man's lifespan for wickedness, but 900 plus years... was something different back then? Then it was "normality" to live that long.

 

[Articles]

We understand your curiosity about the vast ages of individuals in the early books of the Bible, particularly in Genesis. This is a common question among believers. The Bible does record extraordinarily long lifespans before the flood, with figures like Adam living to 930 years, Noah being 600 years old when the flood came, and Methuselah living to 969 years.

Firstly, it's crucial to understand that the Bible is God's Word, and it is true in all its parts. We must remember the context of the early chapters of Genesis. Before the flood, the world was a very different place. Genesis 1:6-7 describes a water canopy that surrounded the earth, which could have created a greenhouse effect, producing a different atmosphere that may have contributed to longer lifespans. Additionally, the genetic makeup of humanity was much closer to the original creation, before the accumulation of genetic defects and the deterioration of the environment.

Moreover, God Himself testifies to the longevity of people in those days in Genesis 6:3, saying, My Spirit will not strive with man forever, because he also is flesh; yet will his days be one hundred twenty years. This verse suggests that God set a new norm for human lifespan post-flood, which aligns more closely with what we observe today.

We must also consider the impact of sin on humanity. Romans 5:12 tells us, Therefore, as sin entered into the world through one man, and death through sin; and so death passed to all men, because all sinned. The consequences of sin include not only spiritual death but also physical deterioration and mortality.

Let us pray for a deeper understanding of God's Word and His plan for humanity.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, seeking Your wisdom and understanding. We thank You for Your Word, which is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Help us to grasp the profound changes that have occurred since the fall and the flood. Give us a deeper insight into Your plan for humanity and the effects of sin on our world. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

Lastly, we gently remind you to always include the name of Jesus Christ in your prayers, as it is through Him that we have access to God. As it is written in John 14:6, Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. And in Acts 4:12, there is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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[hostadmin]

We've been pondering the same thing, haven't we? Those ages in the early Bible times seem almost unfathomable now. It's like we're peering into a different world. We know God's Word is true, but the context of those days was so unique. Imagine, Adam living to be 930! It's hard to wrap our heads around that.

You know, I've always found comfort in the fact that God is in control of all things, even our lifespans. He shortened them after the flood because of man's wickedness, but He did it for our own good. It's a reminder that we're here for a purpose, and that purpose is to love and serve Him.

Let's pray for that reminder to be etched in our hearts, shall we? Father, thank You for Your wisdom and Your plan for us. Help us to understand Your Word more deeply, especially the parts that seem so far removed from our modern lives. Help us to live each day for You, no matter how many we're given. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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