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1581 | can you give some scriptures? | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 119560 | ||
Sir Pent, I would weigh-in with Tim on this issue. I do not believe anywhere in scripture are we told that suicide is "an unforgivable sin". Christ either died for ALL sins or He didn't (Col. 2:13). Just as a note: When you say that "A person who ends their life denying God cannot be saved", how do we know that they are denying God? The references in Romans do not seem to me to be making a case against suicide as much as they are, in generel dealing with unbelief and it's consequences. Those are my thoughts on this matter. I remain: Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1582 | The Father ,the Son and the Holy spirit, | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 119483 | ||
Shadow, I won't argue with you except to say this: You are sadly mistaken:-( Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1583 | IM PREACHING ON SUNDAY.................. | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 119333 | ||
EdB, You offer a good observation. Relatability is huge! Having some sort of relationship with the intended audience can help to "break the ice". Sometimes I think it is more about HOW we approach and present the gospel because first impressions can be just that. A couple of years ago, I was in San Francisco waiting to get on the Cable Car, and a gentleman was doing much the same, ranting and raving about judgement and hell. He was certainly getting the message out, but it did make me wonder whether he was being as effective as he could. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1584 | Is it possible to sin in heaven? | 1 John 3:2 | BradK | 119220 | ||
Jephthae, I must concur with our brother, Hank! You'll get further and be in compliance with the Lockman's stated guidelines by providing a scriptural basis for your answers. There is no scriptural basis for the statement that, "Anyone can be a satan or devil." Please clarify your statements in order that you may better communicate exactly where you are coming from. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1585 | IM PREACHING ON SUNDAY.................. | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 119172 | ||
SAZ, As a young man, C.H. Spurgeon came to Christ after hearing the simple words of Isaiah 45:22, "Look to me, and be saved, All you ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other." Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1586 | What does Romans 2:12 mean? | Rom 1:19 | BradK | 119097 | ||
Henry and Emmy, When interpreting scripture, here are some priciples that I follow: Biblical Interpretation The Bible is God’s Word. But some of the interpretations derived from it are not. There are many cults and Christian groups that use the Bible claiming their interpretations are correct. Too often, however, the interpretations not only differ dramatically but are clearly contradictory. This does not mean that the Bible is a confusing document. Rather, the problem lies in those who interpret and the methods they use. Because we are sinners, we are incapable of interpreting God’s word perfectly all of the time. The body, mind, will, and emotions are affected by sin and make 100 percent interpretive accuracy impossible. This does not mean that accurate understanding of God’s Word is impossible. But it does mean that we need to approach His word with care, humility, and reason. Additionally, we need, as best as can be had, the guidance of the Holy Spirit in interpreting God’s Word. After all, the Bible is inspired by God and is addressed to His people. The Holy Spirit helps us to understand what God’s word means and how to apply it. On the human level, to lessen the errors that come in our interpretations, we need to look at some basic biblical interpretive methods. I’ll list some of the principles in the form of questions and then apply them one at a time to a passage of scripture. I offer the following principles as guidelines for examining a passage. They are not exhaustive nor are they set in concrete. 1. Who wrote/spoke the passage and to whom was it addressed? 2. What does the passage say? 3. Are there any words or phrases in the passage that need to be examined? 4. What is the immediate context? 5. What is the broader context in the chapter and book? 6. What are the related verses to the passage’s subject and how do they affect the understanding of this passage? 7. What is the historical and cultural background? 8. What do I conclude about the passage? 9. Do my conclusions agree or disagree with related areas of scripture and others who have studied the passage? 10. What have I learned and what must I apply to my life? [CARM.org] Speaking the truth in Love, BradK |
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1587 | Are unbelievers in any way "saved"? | Heb 11:1 | BradK | 118872 | ||
Rowdy, Question answered! I do not wish to repeat myself- with all due respect. Maybe someone else would care to step in here. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1588 | Are unbelievers in any way "saved"? | Heb 11:1 | BradK | 118863 | ||
Rowdy, Your words are "I'm saying that the Book of Romans, indeed the whole Bible is written to those who know of its existance and once hearing of its existance, yes they're bound by God to the best of their ability to check it out and see if it's true. Their conscience should tell them they'd better check it just in case they might be held accountable to it." I not only don't fathom what you're saying but it appears to be completely contrary to scripture, my friend! Where does the Bible tells us that it's only written to those who know of it's existence? It doesn't. And, further this does in no way excuse anyone. That is the argument of Romans 1! My point is this: All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God! Mankind is without excuse before God- whether they know of the Bible and it's truth or not! That IS the teaching of Romans 1, Rowdy. Now, if we're stumbling over semantics (which I doubt), then I apologize! However, if what you're maintaining is that some men are WITH excuse because they haven't heard of or read the Bible- then you are sadly bereft in your understanding of Biblical Theology. Now, with that said, which is it that you maintain: 1. All have sinned and are without excuse; 2. All have sinned but have an excuse I'm hoping that I've sucinctly stated the question. We are definitely experiencing a "problem" in our communication.Communication only occures when both parties understand each other. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1589 | Are unbelievers in any way "saved"? | Heb 11:1 | BradK | 118861 | ||
Rowdy, I followed you about half-way through your answer, and then I lost the connection. I simply was unable to follow your logic. What is unclear about "my Position"? It is not mine- per say- but that which is in line with the teaching of scripture. I don't think I'd be too far out of line to say that the vast majority of Evangelical Scholars would support this view. Again, it is in line with Biblical theology. To answer you, yes I have studied this passage and the rest of Romans in it's entirety! My conclusion is not merely a haphazard guess:-) Rowdy, the problem is not mine- and I don't say this lightly or arrogantly- so don't missunderstand me:-) If men are not judged with what they know about God as He has revealed it to them, how else are they judged? Are you saying that God has,therefore ,2 standards for men? There are the "those who've heard" and the "those who have not". Romans 1:18 ff is dealing with unbelief and it's consequences. The judgement and consequences are clearly portrayed in Romans 1-3. I cannot answer you but, "Their condemnation is just.What then? Are we better than they? Not at all; for we have already charged that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin" ( Rom. 3:8b, 9) Lastly, I don't make the connection between being "created in God's image" and how that somehow saves us? When you say "It's that same innate quality that God will hold up to our lives IF we live and die without knowing anything about His Word or His Son and His dying for the lost souls of the world. Surely, we can agree on this topic, can we not?" No, we can not as it is Foreign to scripture! Perhaps if you could clarify what you're saying and couch it in Biblical-based theology, I could arrive at a better understanding. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1590 | reassurance of lambs book of life | Rev 20:15 | BradK | 118820 | ||
Emmy, If I may interject on a point:-) Read Romans 1 and tell me if that does not answer "Are you saying that one who has not heard the gospel cannot be saved?" Particularly, is the force of verse 19 and 20. If one does not come to a saving knowledge of God through "what may be known of God is evident among them", how would one be saved? ALL are under the condemnation of sin, and ALL are judged guilty before God (vs. 32). There is simply put, no Plan B! There is no partiality with God. Is God unjust who inflicts wrath? Certainly not! For we have previously charged both Jews and Greeks that they are all under sin. (Rom. 2:11,3:5,6,9) "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus." (Rom. 3:23-24) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1591 | Can Christian's support Caesar's wars? | 2 Cor 10:3 | BradK | 118476 | ||
bstudent: Let me say this: Your deliberate side-stepping of a direct question is nothing more than game-playing. I don't see the point, quite frankly. Your appeal to Matthew 21 does not put you in league with our Lord. If you indeed have some agenda (which it appears you do), then why don't you just come out in the open and state it? The question asked is a fair one. BradK |
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1592 | Are unbelievers in any way "saved"? | Heb 11:1 | BradK | 118447 | ||
Rowdy, Thanks for your response. No need to defend yourself, my friend:-) My only concern is that based on your initial reply, it would appear that a couple of statements are not in accord with scripture. If I've misunderstood you, please forgive me- if not, some clarification would help. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1593 | Are unbelievers in any way "saved"? | Heb 11:1 | BradK | 118409 | ||
Rowdy, With all due respect, where exactly did my response lack balance? I only just answered a fairly simple question:-) This is the second time you've cried for the "need for balance", and I'm seriously missing a "why". As to your contention that, "But there's no way anyone can possibly defend a position that God would actually condemn someone based on a standard of judgment that the person had never heard", I ask "what saith the scripture"? Unless I'm negligent on this, Romans 1:19-20, and 2:1 answer this- and quite convincingly! In fact, the first 3 chapters of Romans make the case for man's sinfulness! I either seriously misunderstand you, or you're unequivocably mistaken to say "All human beings do have the image of God with which we're all created and that's the standard which will be used by God to determine whether they go to heaven or not." No. God's standard is BELIEF in His Son Jesus as John 14:6, and 17:3 state! There is simply no other standard, my friend, and to believe so is folly. Speaking the truth in Love, BradK |
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1594 | what passages bind and rebuke satan | NT general Archive 1 | BradK | 118392 | ||
EdB, Excellent response... and you pose a very valid question too! Interestingly, Zech. 3:2 parallels Jude 9, "The Lord said to Satan, “The Lord rebuke you, Satan! Indeed, the Lord who has chosen Jerusalem rebuke you! Is this not a brand plucked from the fire?" Who does the binding in Rev. 20:2? Much undo confusion results from "believers" usurping Gods' authority. Are we not seeking power, and not The One Who is ALL powerful? May He increase and I decrease! Let us remember that Christ is the one to have preeminence, not us! Col. 1:18, "And He is the head of the body, the church: Who is the beginning, the Firstborn from the dead; that in all things He might have the preeminence." Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1595 | Can Christian's support Caesar's wars? | 2 Cor 10:3 | BradK | 118376 | ||
kalos, It might depend upon what "is" is! The art of obfuscation has been fairly well developed as you well know:-) In all seriousness, there are some rather vague and flowering Personal Profiles that say NOTHING of the individual or their beliefs but ramble on about doctrine, beliefs, etc. I see this as skirting the issue, but... I guess in a perfect world, a profile would say something specific about that individual and then, what they believe. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1596 | Where does it say two were in the field | Matt 24:40 | BradK | 117911 | ||
Emmy, Just a quick comment for reference, if I may:-) I think Colin's concern is that the NWT IS NOT a credible translation, but rather a "mis-translation". I'd go so far as to call it, The New World Perversion! Though the Greek word, "aphiemi"- which means "to send away", "leave alone", or "permit"-can be translated abandoned, only 1 of 123 is it translated such! There were no recognized Greek scholars who comprised the "translation committee" of the Watchtower. None. So, at best, any renderings the NWT may give should be thoroughly checked with a recognized Translation (KJV, NASB, NIV, etc.) and cross-checked against any standard grammar reference such as Vine's, Robertson's Word Pictures, or Vincent's Word Studies, etc. The bottom line is this: we need to be careful when we consult a less-than-credible source such as the NWT. No harm nor offense was meant, I'm sure :-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1597 | looking for specific scriptures that tel | NT general Archive 1 | BradK | 117780 | ||
About Postings The StudyBibleForum is an inter-denominational Christian forum. This forum encourages questions and answers but we may determine what is acceptable at any particular time. Postings must be Biblically based and not opposing to the authority of the Bible, Christianity, or the deity of Jesus Christ. Whenever possible, postings should include supporting Bible references. Postings must not be intended as a personal attack on other users of this forum. They must not be submitted as an effort to foster debates, arguments, divisiveness, ill-will, dissension or disruptions to this forum. BradK |
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1598 | looking for specific scriptures that tel | NT general Archive 1 | BradK | 117274 | ||
Sir Pent, Thanks again:-) Agreed. Removal from the Forum is not based upon what one personally believes, but upon that which one posts! If posted statements are in (serious)opposition to the Doctrinal Statement of Lockman, they will take appropriate action. I post the Lockman's own Doctrinal Statement for all to see: "Doctrinal Statement We believe that the entire Bible is the inspired and inerrant word of God; the only infallible rule of faith and practice. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ is the only Begotten Son of God, conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. We believe in the sacrificial and vicarious death of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross and that He thereby made perfect substitutionary atonement for the sin of the world. We believe in the literal, bodily, physical, and Premillenial return of Jesus Christ. We believe that all men are sinners and in an eternally lost condition apart from the saving grace of the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe that acceptance into the family of God and eternal salvation can only be secured by believing in and by faith accepting and receiving the Lord Jesus Christ as personal Sin–bearer, Lord and Savior." I think we'd all agree that rules and guidelines are in place for a good purpose. They apply to us all. Those who chose to ignore- for whatever reason- will inevitably face consequences. Many of us have been on this Forum for some time-because we've played according the rules and have stayed in-bounds:-) If this were a come-one-come-all, it-doesn't-matter-what-you-believe debate Forum, then it would be a different matter. But it's not! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1599 | looking for specific scriptures that tel | NT general Archive 1 | BradK | 117203 | ||
Sir Pent, Thanks for your reply and your concerns are duly noted:-) I don't see anyone "going too far" and no one (without due cause) is trying to kick someone off the Forum. The issue is one of what's "appropriate" and what's not. I quite agree that a little "truth in advertising" would be helpful and provide much needed background and info. Posting one's e-mail address on their User Info is fine, however to seek to induce someone to communicate directly with a known cult member is not anything I'd endorse or feel comfortable with. I think it's going beyond "reasonable". This is a Study Bible Forum with specific guidelines and doctrinal beliefs. Aniset, by definition, does not meet them. Therein lies a big and justifiable "red flag". Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1600 | looking for specific scriptures that tel | NT general Archive 1 | BradK | 117195 | ||
Aniset: I too side wholeheartedly with Hank and Colin in their justified concerns! Please do not attempt to proseletize a Forum participant with your cultic theology! BradK |
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