Reflections on Quarantine and Isolation in Biblical Context
Dive into the profound experiences of isolation and quarantine as depicted in the book of 2 Timothy. Explore the themes of abandonment, faith, and divine intervention that resonate through the stories of individuals enduring solitude in various forms, reflecting on their resilience and ultimate deliverance. Consider the ultimate form of quarantine discussed - isolation from God - inviting contemplation on the spiritual dimensions of separation.
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The Worst Quarantine Ever 2 Timothy 4:16-18
The TextIsolation in Roman Prison 16 At my first defense no one stood with me, but all forsook me. May it not be charged against them. 17 message might be preached fully through me, and that all the Gentiles might hear. Also I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion. But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, so that the 18 And the Lord will deliver me from every evil work and preserve me for His heavenly kingdom. To Him be glory forever and ever. Amen! 2 Tim. 4:16-18
Quarantines in Various Forms Solitary confinement
Longest Quarantines in American Prisons The inmate held in solitary confinement for the longest time in U.S. federal prison was Thomas Silverstein, held in solitary confinement at the ADX Florence federal penitentiary in Colorado. Beginning in 1983. Silverstein died in late May 2019. The inmate held in solitary confinement for the longest time in the United States is Albert Woodfox, the last of the Angola Three in solitary in Louisiana State Penitentiary from 1972 to 2016.[ A May 2013 report on California s Pelican Bay State Prison in Mother Jones Magazine also cites one inmate there who "recently marked his 40th year in solitary".
Quarantines in Various Forms Solitary confinement Shipwrecked on desert island or lost at sea Amnesia Isolation in Intensive Care Coronavirus Withdrawal of fellowship Paul s Isolation in Roman Prison
The TextIsolation in Roman Prison 16 At my first defense no one stood with me, but all forsook me. May it not be charged against them. 17 message might be preached fully through me, and that all the Gentiles might hear. Also I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion. But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, so that the 18 And the Lord will deliver me from every evil work and preserve me for His heavenly kingdom. To Him be glory forever and ever. Amen! 2 Tim. 4:16-18
Quarantines in Various Forms Solitary confinement Shipwrecked on desert island or lost at sea Amnesia Isolation in Intensive Care Coronavirus Withdrawal of fellowship Paul s Isolation in Roman Prison Could there be anything worse than these? Yes, Quarantine from God
Eternally QuarantinedMatt. 25:41-46 41 "Then He will also say to those on the left hand, 'Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels: 42 for I was hungry and you gave Me no food; I was thirsty and you gave Me no drink; 43 I was a stranger and you did not take Me in, naked and you did not clothe Me, sick and in prison and you did not visit Me.' 44 "Then they also will answer Him, saying, 'Lord, when did we see You hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to You?' 45 Then He will answer them, saying, 'Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did not do it to one of the least of these, you did not do it to Me.' 46 And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life." Matt. 25:41-46
Truths About that Final Quarantine The final judgment is final no second changes The final judgment is eternal Depart from Me eternally If you think you will be lost on that day, you are lost NOW If you are separated from God, it is because of your choice
Reasons to Live Every Day in His Presence--What You Are Losing/Will Lose Eternally Peace passing understanding Freedom and liberty The greatest friend greatest love lay down life for another The empowering faith and the hope it brings Understanding most fundamental truths Why am I here Faultless guidance in all decisions Power to control/change all you hate about yourself Power to change the world by your righteous prayer
Avoiding the Eternal Quarantine Believe Heb. 11:6 Repent Acts 17:30 Confess Faith in Him Rom. 10:9 Be Baptized Into Him Gal. 3:27 You are Now a Member of His Glorious Church Now be faithful until you die Rev. 2:10
