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Results from: Notes On or After: Thu 12/31/70 Author: DocTrinsograce Ordered by Verse |
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5881 | Safe and Sure Criterion of the Word | Jude 1:18 | DocTrinsograce | 234686 | ||
“The wayward child and the self-willed youth is guided by his own unsanctified and unsubdued spirit. The man of the world is controlled by 'the spirit of the world.' The wicked are governed by Satan 'the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience' (Ephesians 2:2). But the Christian is to yield himself unto 'the still small voice' of the Holy Spirit. Yet a word of caution is needed at this point, for in our day there are many impious people who do that which is grossly dishonoring to God under the plea that they were 'prompted by the Spirit' so to act. To be 'led by the Spirit of God' does not mean being influenced by unaccountable suggestions and uncontrollable impulses which result in conduct displeasing to God, and often injurious to ourselves and others. No, indeed: not so does the Spirit of God 'lead' anyone. “There is a safe and sure criterion by which the Christian may gauge his inward impulses, and ascertain whether they proceed from his own restless spirit, an evil spirit, or the Spirit of God. That criterion is the written Word of God, and by it all must be measured. The Holy Spirit never prompts anyone to act contrary to the Scriptures. How could He, when He is the Author of them! His promptings are always unto obedience to the precepts of Holy Writ. Therefore, when a man who has not been distinctly called, separated, and qualified by God to be a minister of His Word, undertakes to 'preach,' no matter how strong the impulse, it proceeds not from the Holy Spirit. When a woman eels led' to pray in public where men are present, she is moved by 'another spirit' (2 Corinthians 11:4), or if one claimed 'guidance' in assuming an unequal yoke by marrying an unbeliever, 2 Corinthians 6:14 would prove conclusively that it was not the 'guidance' of the Holy Spirit.'” --A. W. Pink (1886-1952), from “The Holy Spirit” |
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5882 | Popularity of Error | Jude 1:19 | DocTrinsograce | 235806 | ||
“Error is bound to be much more popular than truth to the unregenerate; therefore, to make the truth in any way acceptable to them it has to be watered down, wrested and perverted. And there are always those who, for the sake of filthy lucre, are ready to perjure their souls. “Hence heretical sects and systems abound on every side. What delusions are cherished about the character of God! What erroneous ideas are entertained about His way of salvation! What false opinions are held of man’s dignity, greatness, free will, even by many who call themselves Christians! Because of the unbelief, selfishness and impiety of men's hearts, the false prophets, who speak smooth and flattering things, are assured of a ready hearing. “Here, then, is the explanation of the babel of tongues which is now heard in Christendom. When the natural man takes it on him to handle the things of God, they are sure to be corrupted. How can those who are devoid of divine grace and in love with sin faithfully communicate the gospel which unsparingly condemns sin? For the same reason, those who are without true piety will prefer to hear and follow those whose preaching gives them the most license to gratify their carnality. Moreover, Satan will see to it that his emissaries cater to the worldly minded. ... What are the great majority of present-day 'missions' and 'revivals,' with their musical attractions and sensational methods, but a pandering to those who love emotionalism and sensationalism?” --A. W. Pink (1886–1952) |
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5883 | Saturday Night | Jude 1:24 | DocTrinsograce | 146845 | ||
Safely through another week, God has brought us on our way; Let us now a blessing seek, On th' approaching Sabbath-day: Day of all the week the best, Emblem of eternal rest. Mercies multiply'd each hour Through the week our praise demand Guarded by Almighty pow'r, Fed and guided by His hand: Though ungrateful we have been, Only made returns of sin. While we pray for pard'ning grace, Through the dear Redeemer's name, Show Thy reconciled face, Shine away our sin and shame: From our worldly care set free, May we rest this night with Thee. When the morn shall bid us rise, May we feel Thy presence near! May Thy glory meet our eyes When we in Thy house appear! There afford us, Lord, a taste Of our everlasting feast. May thy Gospel's joyful sound Conquer sinners, comfort saints; Make the fruits of grace abound, Bring relief for all complaints: Thus may all our Sabbaths prove, Till we join the church above! --John Newton |
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5884 | Revelation --- easily to understand!??? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 147433 | ||
Hello, CalmRage... I looked at the site. The author says, "This is a new holistic method of prophecy I have developed." He combines Nostradams, the KJV Bible Code, and New Age geography into some sort of amalgam of unmitigated claptrap. This guy is what we politely call a fruitcake. In Him, Doc |
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5885 | Where in the BIBLE is number 8 and 6? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 151783 | ||
I prefer Henry to E. W. :-) | ||||||
5886 | A Young Person's Guide to Revelation | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 158798 | ||
This is a very good read for anyone interested in Revelation. It is addressed to young people, but don't let that put you off! http://www.internetmonk.com/revfaq.html In Him, Doc |
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5887 | Is pre-tribulation biblical? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 173525 | ||
Dear Justme, I think that can be answered definitively. The pre-tribulational rapture idea can be traced back no farther than about 1830. Since that only represents something over 92 percent of the time since John penned Revelation, we may logically conclude that the majority of Christians reading work were NOT able to arrive at that conclusion. Note that this is not a statement regarding the Biblical accuracy of such a doctrine. It is simply a deduction that is inescapable from the facts of history. I've heard a number teachers, falling on various sides of the issue, attempt to account for this fact. I have not studied the subject sufficiently to argue it one way or another. In Him, Doc |
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5888 | Is pre-tribulation biblical? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 173529 | ||
Dear Justme, You may be right. I'd posit that what you say is true of any position. Even when we have the truth, our sinful nature is such that we struggle to rightly handle it. :-) With regard to this specific doctrine: There's so much other stuff that can be studied without speculation and... well... tempus fugit, you know? So I doubt I'll ever get around to working out a definite conclusion even if one can be had. Honestly, though, I don't mind my brethren holding one position or another. It won't effect the eternal disposition of our souls, nor will it effect what God has purposed to do. In Him, Doc |
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5889 | Is pre-tribulation biblical? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 173542 | ||
Dear Brother Tim, Justme's question was, "[Can] most Bible literate Christians could just read the Scripture and come to a pretrib and 7 year trib position?" If the teaching was extant at some earlier time then that might make my answer to him incorrect. The word in Justme's question that creates the problem is "most." At least 51 percent of Bible literate Christians would need to arrive at both (rapture and seven year tribulation) positions. The earliest reference I could find to "rapture" was 1830. Your information would put the historic earliest reference to between the fourth and seventh centuries. Thank you, Tim for this interesting fact. Justme, I stand corrected. I'd have to answer your question with a simple, "I do not know. At least some Bible literate Christians do not agree. I do not know if they are in the majority or not." In Him, Doc |
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5890 | Is pre-tribulation biblical? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 173552 | ||
We all will be in prayer for those survived by this young lady. We will be in particular prayer for your congregation. | ||||||
5891 | Will there be night in heaven? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 180289 | ||
That passage crossed my mind too... but, as we know, New Jerusalem is not in heaven, but on the New Earth. But this person was explicitly asking about heaven. Were they really asking about glory? I always wonder, with such clear teaching in Scripture, why people still talk about "eternity in heaven?" (See Post #152720 on the Intermediate State). | ||||||
5892 | Will there be night in heaven? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 180309 | ||
Dear Tim, It is never splitting hairs if the Bible makes the distinction. This is a common problem with those who get their Bible knowledge solely from pulpits where the Bible is not exposited. They make distinctions where the Bible makes none, and they lump together things that the Bible clearly distinguishes. Let me ask some rhetorical questions: Where does the Bible say that hell is "separation from God?" Has the popular eschatological teachings made people think that it is only a few of the lost who will be "tormented... in the presence of the angels... and the presence of the Lamb" (Revelation 14:9-11)? Revelation 14:10 sure sounds like the other passages that describe hell. What is it that we are saved FROM in the first place? (cf Romans 1:18, 5:9; Ephesians 5:6; Colossians 3:6) Take some time to contemplate that question. Where did Jesus ever use the evangelical argument, "You need to be saved so that you can go live in heaven?" You never hear them use that appeal. Think about the appeal that they do use. It is very telling that modern "evangelists" don't use the Scriptural appeals at all. Aren't we the beneficiaries of the teachings of Christ and the apostles in order that we might follow their example? So the burning question for those of the SBF forum is this: Do we simply overlook the misunderstandings of people -- avoiding the splitting of hairs -- or do we share the facts, teaching others to "rightly divide the word of truth?" Need I cite 2 Timothy 2:15? ;-) In Him, Doc |
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5893 | Will there be night in heaven? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 180337 | ||
Hi, Searcher... I agree regarding common error. I attempted to itemize those mistakes in post #158836. Let me see if I can clarify what I was saying: If the Scriptures discuss a topic it is a major issue and if it doesn't discuss a topic then it is an insignificant issue. God has explicitly chosen which issues are significant. This is the root of the doctrine called the Sufficiency of Scripture. :-) Of course, if you're saying that some doctrines are more essential than others, I'd tend to agree. More essential, perhaps, relative to the eternal disposition of our souls. However, I am not equipped to elevate the importance of one passage of Scripture over another, nor may any man presume so to do. Additionally, I'd posit that offering correction -- promoting the truth -- is always loving (Ephesians 4:14-16; 1 Timothy 4:6-8). Failure to do so -- leaving people in error -- may be amicable (Proverbs 15:10), but demonstrates a distinct lack of love. Indeed, I believe that the real, Biblical goal of correcting false doctrine is love! (cf 1 Timothy 1:3-5) Although I am only a flawed and faulty man, I pray daily that love of God and love of my neighbor might be the primary motivation of all I do. "Oh, how rare are the Christians who speak with a tender heart and have a theological backbone of steel!" --John Piper In Him, Doc |
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5894 | Will there be night in heaven? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 180368 | ||
Dear Tim, Thank you for the answer to my rhetorical questions. :-) Eschatology is the study of "last things," or "end times." Regarding your #1 point, we are, indeed, saved from the curse of sin (who did the cursing?), falling short of the righteousness of the Law (who spelled out the terms of the Law?) , and death (who decreed that the soul that sins shall die?). Let me make it easier by actually quoting the verses that I cited in my former post: "For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth." (Romans 1:18 ESV) "Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood, much more shall we be saved by him from the wrath of God." (Romans 5:9 ESV) "Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience." (Ephesians 5:6 ESV) The Scripture says that we are saved from the WRATH OF GOD. All those other things you cited are true, but skirt this central fact. Regarding your other points, you asked, "How can God possibly punish people in a place where He is?" (sic) I honestly don't know. Nevertheless, we read: "And another angel, a third, followed them, saying with a loud voice, 'If anyone worships the beast and its image and receives a mark on his forehead or on his hand, he also will drink the wine of God's wrath, poured full strength into the cup of his anger, and he will be tormented with fire and sulfur in the presence of the holy angels and in the PRESENCE of the Lamb. And the smoke of their torment goes up forever and ever, and they have no rest, day or night, these worshipers of the beast and its image, and whoever receives the mark of its name.'" (Revelation 14:9-11 ESV) Here, at least, is ONE explicit instance where the suffering and punishment of hell will take place in God's presence. As we rightly divide the Word of Truth, we must always contend with what it actually says. Sometimes that puts us at odds with what we imagine to be true or what we've been taught is true. That's a common experience we all share! Indeed, I often think of Bible study as removing from my mind the lie and replacing it with the truth. That is a life long process! :-) Regarding "correction in love," see my post #180337 (but be sure to actually look up the cited verses). Although the Scripture says that a wise man loves rebuke (Proverb 9:8), rarely is it a pleasant experience, especially for young believers (because they link what they believe to their pride). But it certainly is loving! Lack of love leaves people in their ignorance and error. "Better is open rebuke than hidden love." (Proverbs 27:5 ESV) Thank you for the interchange! What a delight it is to deliberate together over the Word, before the face of our sovereign Father! In Him, Doc |
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5895 | Will there be night in heaven? | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 180384 | ||
Very graciously said, Tim! | ||||||
5896 | Christian Hope | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 183309 | ||
"Eschatology [from the Greek eskhatos, meaning "last things"] means the doctrine of Christian hope, which embraces both the object hoped for and also the hope inspired by it. From first to last, and not merely in epilogue, Christianity is eschatology, is hope, forward looking and forward moving, and therefore is also revolutionizing and transforming the present. The eschatological is not one element of Christianity, but is the medium of Christian faith as such, the key in which everything in it is set, the glow that suffuses everything here in the dawn of an expected new day." --Jurgen Moltmann | ||||||
5897 | who is the antichrist | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 183337 | ||
Hi, Rabbi... The term is only used in the first and second epistles of John. He says, "He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son." (1 John 2:22b) In Him, Doc |
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5898 | Interpreting Revelation | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 190476 | ||
Dear Cheri, The shadow is replaced with the reality. I am a Jew, and I can assure you that there is no more redemption in Judaism than there is in Paganism. Lost people are lost. Nothing we are, say, do, feel, or think earns us the slightest degree of merit. Justification is by grace alone through faith alone because of Christ alone. Regarding the temple: Ask the people who believe in the temple being built in the Millennial Reign to explain the original purpose of the Temple. It was a place where dwelt the presence of the Lord, among His people. It was a place where men could approach Him to make atonement and supplication. It was a place where sacrifices were offered to a Holy God by sinful men. And Cheri, it was really utterly inadequate to all of these things! Indeed, that was the point! What in the world would Christians ... atoned for fully by the once and for all sacrifice of the Lamb, given full access to the throne of grace, in whom dwells the Holy Spirit, built into a temple made not with hands... I say again, what in the world would Christians have need for a temple? If the clear doctrine of Scripture is compromised by popular end-time imaginings, we should hasten to jettison the speculation, and cling to the sound teaching. In Him, Doc |
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5899 | Interpreting Revelation | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 190491 | ||
Dear Cheri, The old ceremonial law was a mere shadow of what was to come (Colossians 2:17; Hebrews 8:5). A believer is a living sacrifice, in every sense of the word, made perfect by the work of Christ. But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere. For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing, to one a fragrance from death to death, to the other a fragrance from life to life. Who is sufficient for these things? For we are not, like so many, peddlers of God's word, but as men of sincerity, as commissioned by God, in the sight of God we speak in Christ. (2 Corinthians 2:14-17 ESV) And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. (Ephesians 5:2 ESV) Not because I desire a gift: but I desire fruit that may abound to your account. But I have all, and abound: I am full, having received of Epaphroditus the things which were sent from you, an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, well pleasing to God. (Philippians 4:17-18 KJV) The unfolding plan of God's eternal purpose in redemptive history does and will change. Today we share the communion cup, but of what need will that be when we are in glory? That's why the Lord says "til He come" (1 Corinthians 11:26). David wrote, "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD." (Psalm 122:1) David would have gladly traded every one of his most blessed days in worship of the Lord for a single day as believers experience Him. Both prophet (1 Peter 1:10) and angel (1 Peter 1:12) wonder at the work that God is doing, drawing to Himself worshipers (John 4:23), building a perfect tabernacle(Ephesians 2:20-22), not made with hands (Hebrews 9:11). The attribute of the immutability of God is applicable to the discussion of the nature of God. But it is a misapplication from within the context of the unfolding of redemptive history. When God does a new work in time and space, it doesn't mean that He has somehow changed what He wants. These are plans formed long ago, being carried out in perfect faithfulness, which will have their culmination in precisely what He has intended all along. Use the New Testament to shed light on the Old. In Him, Doc |
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5900 | Interpreting Revelation | Revelation | DocTrinsograce | 190508 | ||
Hi, Cheri... I understand. We know that whatever it means, its significance will not abrogate the doctrine taught in the New Testament. Prophecy, by its very nature, is not always clear. You are correct that in the fullness of time it will be made clear. Prophecy is ultimately fulfilled in unexpected ways, but ways that are perfectly clear only after the fact... and always to God's glory. Yet God doesn't want us preoccupied with speculations about the future. Since the Holy Spirit did not deem that it was necessary to clarify these passages, we don't want to presume on Him by trying to assert something for which we lack proper authority. But the things that we CAN say authoritatively, we must stoutly and regularly affirm, to ourselves and others! Have a good Fourth... and thank you for the discussion. In Him, Doc |
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