Backyard Band

[Bolts]

Question.

Leviathan in Scripture is "the bad guy."

What would you convery if you used that name?

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Speaking of convey -

What is the purpose/ focus of the band?

The purpose/focus of the band is a mixture of things. To keep them out of the gangs, to keep them away from drugs and alcohol, to give them a positive outlet that will be productive and build confidence. It is also an opportunity to guide them thru adolescence and to be there when they need someone to lean on.

What we pour into a glass, is what we get out.

[Bolts]

Job 41

1 Canst thou draw out leviathan with an hook? or his tongue with a cord which thou lettest down?

Psalms 74

14 Thou brakest the heads of leviathan in pieces, and gavest him to be meat to the people inhabiting the wilderness.

Psalms 104

26 There go the ships: there is that leviathan, whom thou hast made to play therein.

Isaiah 27

1 In that day the LORD with his sore and great and strong sword shall punish leviathan the piercing serpent, even leviathan that crooked serpent; and he shall slay the dragon that is in the sea.

Leviathan isn' any more the bad guy than a great white shark is. Sure leviathan isn't portrayed as the pet next door but it is only a beast.

Is Leviathan Greek or Hebrew or something for serpent?

[Gerioke]

Job 41

1 Canst thou draw out leviathan with an hook? or his tongue with a cord which thou lettest down?

Psalms 74

14 Thou brakest the heads of leviathan in pieces, and gavest him to be meat to the people inhabiting the wilderness.

Psalms 104

26 There go the ships: there is that leviathan, whom thou hast made to play therein.

Isaiah 27

1 In that day the LORD with his sore and great and strong sword shall punish leviathan the piercing serpent, even leviathan that crooked serpent; and he shall slay the dragon that is in the sea.

Leviathan isn' any more the bad guy than a great white shark is. Sure leviathan isn't portrayed as the pet next door but it is only a beast.

Is Leviathan Greek or Hebrew or something for serpent?

I don't think there is a certain explanation of what leviathan is. I've heard everything from crocodile to pleisiasaur. Could be a giant mutant mud skipper for all I know. It's still a good name for a rock band.

[nebula]

Here is what Wikepedia has to say about "Leviathan" -

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leviathan

This will also answer your question to me, Geri.

This web page tells you of other uses of the term "Leviathan."

Bolts -

OK, I believe that is your purpose for the band?

But what do they want to do with it? I mean, is there a message they want to convey? Are they even wanting ot be associated as a "Christian band"? Is there a focus they have?

[Bolts]

Bolts -

OK, I believe that is your purpose for the band?

But what do they want to do with it? I mean, is there a message they want to convey? Are they even wanting ot be associated as a "Christian band"? Is there a focus they have?

For the moment, they just want to learn how to play - I'm praying that the Lord will guide and lead this project thru. Everything has fallen into place so far. The instruments were affordable, and good quality, we are not in any debt, we have a christian music instructor who will be starting lessons soon and my daughter has decided to get baptised - before the summer ends. I'm trying to leave as much room open as possible for the spirit of the Lord to move, but at the same time, watching to see what the devil is up to. I'm really excited for them. One of the blessings that has come out of this for me is that I am a singer and rthymn guitarist - its given me the opportunity to sing to the Lord again.

[nebula]

OK - I was trying to think of ideas that might fit the focus of the group . . . but it looks like there's nothing ther to pick from. . . .

Ah well, prayers and blessings go out to you all!

[boblandis]

Young disciples.

[IslandRose]

martus

mar'-toos

Of uncertain affinity; a witness (literally [judicially] or figuratively [generally]); by analogy a "martyr": - martyr, record, witness.

(Act 1:8 But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses... )

[IslandRose]

Young disciples.

mathētēs

math-ay-tes'

From G3129; a learner, that is, pupil: - disciple.

Thought I'd give you a couple of Greek names to look at.

[IslandRose]

makarios

mak-ar'-ee-os

A prolonged form of the poetical μάκαρ makar (meaning the same); supremely blest; by extension fortunate, well off: - blessed, happy (X -ier).

Mat 5:2 And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying,

Mat 5:3 Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Mat 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

Mat 5:5 Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Mat 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.

Mat 5:7 Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Mat 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

Mat 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Mat 5:10 Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Mat 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.

Mat 5:12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.