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1381 | Still waiting.... | 1 Cor 8:5 | BradK | 131123 | ||
pc, First, I'm going to assume- in the spirit of love- that you weren't being condescending when you asked whether I read your response with an open mind:-) What would makes you think I didn't? My question- which you overlooked- either by accident or by intent is : Do you believe that Jesus Christ is God in the flesh? Is He indeed the Word was God as John 1:1 (correctly)transaltes? I take the Diety of Christ VERY seriously! BTW- what Tim said -I see no reason to repeat- was clear, concise, and I understood it. I see no "double talk" as you say. I don't take any offense my friend, I just want to make sure we're on the same page before I take further time on this. Your response to my question would aid that:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1382 | Why apostle Paul identifies rock | 1 Cor 10:4 | BradK | 221981 | ||
Hello alexey, Are you truly seeking answers or just being argumentative? The answer is contained in the verse Azure provided, 1 Cor. 10;4, "and all drank the same spiritual drink, for they were drinking from a spiritual rock which followed them; and the rock was Christ." The reference is to Christ Himself! BradK |
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1383 | Why apostle Paul identifies rock | 1 Cor 10:4 | BradK | 221985 | ||
Hello alexey, If I may, sometimes in looking for deeper meaning, we can be looking for something that isn't there! Notice the Amplified Translation and it's references: 1 Corinthians 10:4 - "And they all drank the same spiritual (supernaturally given) drink. For they drank from a spiritual Rock which followed them [produced by the sole power of God Himself without natural instrumentality], and the Rock was Christ. [Exod. 17:6; Num. 20:11.]" This verse reminds us of Num. 20:8, when the Isrealites had no water, and God told Moses what is then quoted in 20:11. I think it reasonable to assume that this rock, a source of water, foreshadowed Christ as the spiritual rock who followed the Israelites. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1384 | Clearing up philosophical confusion | 1 Cor 10:20 | BradK | 184579 | ||
Hi Lon, I can appreciate your perspective on this matter. Philosophy is one thing, but the knowledge of Christ quite another (Phil 3:10). From reading your response, it appears that the question has digressed far off-track from the study of scripture. Did you have a Biblically related question in mind regarding this topic? Additionally, might I encourage you to add a User Profile. This is a way we can get to know each other better and it aids in understanding where someone is coming from:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1385 | Clearing up philosophical confusion | 1 Cor 10:20 | BradK | 184580 | ||
Hi Lon, I can appreciate your perspective on this matter. Philosophy is one thing, but the knowledge of Christ quite another (Phil 3:10). From reading your response, it appears that the question has digressed far off-track from the study of scripture. Did you have a Biblically related question in mind regarding this topic? Additionally, might I encourage you to add a User Profile. This is a way we can get to know each other better and it aids in understanding where someone is coming from:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1386 | Concept of Heaven and Hell in OT | 1 Cor 10:20 | BradK | 184718 | ||
Hello Lon, I can appreciate where you're coming from, and in no way want to come across as uncaring. However, unless I'm missing something, your posts appear to have nothing at all to do with the study of God's Word? Might I recommend that you familiarize yourself with the "About Forum". If we can be in prayer on your behalf, gladly let us know. This Forum is not equipped to deal with matters related to counselling or other types of personal issues. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1387 | Power on her head because of angels? | 1 Cor 11:10 | BradK | 166306 | ||
Dear 7777, What biblical evidence can you present to support your claim? BradK |
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1388 | Joe, baptism required for Lord's Supper? | 1 Cor 11:27 | BradK | 63093 | ||
Hi Searcher, I would generally concur with your view of the exegesis here. I don't believe 1 Cor. 11:27 is implying that we ourselves must be worthy (Gr. axioi). It really has to do more with the manner in which we partake of the cup and the bread. Worthy is the Lamb, not the sheep! Yours In Christ, BradK |
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1389 | Joe, baptism required for Lord's Supper? | 1 Cor 11:27 | BradK | 63152 | ||
Dear John Reformed, Possibly you could clarify the statement "We are always in need of forgiveness". From your view, how does this reconcile with the finality of Christs' once and for all sacrifice on the cross? (Rom.6:10-11, Heb.9:28, 10:12) Further, Eph.1:7 conditions our redemption and forgiveness as being "in Him" and "according to the riches of His grace..." I think we would agree that "...without the shedding of blood, there is no remission"(Heb.9:22) With Christs' death on the cross, "...it is finished"(Jn.19:30). The NT appears to present it as a once for all act in Eph.4:32, Col.2:13, 3:13(Past tense,completed action).. I've often pondered Col.2:13 where it's stated ..."having forgiven you ALL sins." This strikes me as a very significant truth. Do we fully comprehend it? I ask this in all sincerity. Do we just see it from different aspects, or am I missing something? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1390 | Why would we be undone? | 1 Cor 11:30 | BradK | 120410 | ||
Rowdy, If I may interject here:-) Opinions do not matter, nor should we be concerned with them. Once again, "being undone" is NOT Biblical terminology. We must define terms before throwing them out there. Otherwise we have what I call "warm fuzzies". What you are advocating is (maybe) being saved by grace, yet being kept by works! Without trying to be cavalier, the Lord is not some Mafioso Boss who'll "rub us out" or "put us on ice" if we "leave His service"! It's not serve-to-the-end-or-you'll-be-eliminated! You're misunderstanding the MOTIVATION behind our service. In conclusion here are 3 verses that may or may not serve to clarify: "For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men,instructing us to deny ungodliness and worldly desires and to live sensibly, righteously and godly in the present age," (Titus 2:11-12) "For the love of Christ controls us, having concluded this, that one died for all, therefore all died; and He died for all, so that they who live might no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died and rose again on their behalf." (2 Cor. 5:14-15) "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them." (Eph. 2:10) Rowdy, I serve the Lord because of my LOVE for Him, and because He has blessed me so abundantly! Not because I'm doing so under compulsion or because He's going to somehow "undo me". I would hope that you'd see the difference- because it's HUGE! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1391 | Why would we be undone? | 1 Cor 11:30 | BradK | 120425 | ||
Rowdy, I can't speak for Hank, but I will address 3 points here: 1. We are seriously failing to communicate, my friend! 2. I am not "dodging" any point. However, if we don't get a basic understanding of the terminology and definitions regarding how we're saved (that's Soteriology), it's useless to continue. We'll play cat and mouse ad infinitum. 3. As to John 15, it must be understood in light of Pauline doctrine regarding salvation. Remember, Christ had not yet died on the cross. In short, I do not base my ENTIRE understanding of salvation or Eternal Security upon this passage. The thief on the cross was told by the Lord that "today you will be with Me in paradise". His faith in recognizing that Christ was the savior must have been sufficient. Lastly, this is just a recommendation, but if you're not familiar with terms such as Soteriology, etc. you might want to consider reading a work on Systematic Theology. (Lewis Sperry Chafer is good- there are many others as well). Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1392 | Gos Can Speak! | 1 Cor 12:3 | BradK | 219303 | ||
Hello teacher, The ESV reads, "Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking in the Spirit of God ever says “Jesus is accursed!” and no one can say “Jesus is Lord” except in the Holy Spirit." The Amplified gives sense to the meaning, "Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking under the power and influence of the [Holy] Spirit of God can [ever] say, Jesus be cursed! And no one can [really] say, Jesus is [my] Lord, except by and under the power and influence of the Holy Spirit." The Holy Spirit indwells every believer. ( Rom. 8:9, Eph. 1:13, 1 Cor. 12:13) Regarding this verse, the Bible Knowledge Commentary says, "Before Paul began his discussion of spiritual gifts he thought it necessary to confront, at the outset, any in the Corinthian assembly who might contradict his message (cf. 14:37). It is probably in this regard that 12:3 is to be understood. Many explanations of the verse have been offered (though most commentators “handle” the problem by ignoring it)." Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1393 | some people say you must speak in tongue | 1 Cor 12:4 | BradK | 143923 | ||
Hi jcsav, Might I recommend sticking to answering the question- from your viewpoint- and leave the personal attacks alone:-) I realize you've had some previous lengthy dialog with searcher56, but personal attacks- or slams- are not necessary or edifying. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK " |
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1394 | some people say you must speak in tongue | 1 Cor 12:4 | BradK | 144064 | ||
jcsav, I've recieved the gift of the Holy (Ghost) Spirit and I've not spoken in tongues. How do I know?: 1 Cor. 12:13 tells me "For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit." I think we need to move beyond the debate of tongues- whether one believes they have it or it is for today- to what scripture clearly states. That is 1 Cor. 12:30; "Have all the gifts of healing? do all speak with tongues? do all interpret?" Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1395 | some people say you must speak in tongue | 1 Cor 12:4 | BradK | 144072 | ||
Hi jcsav, I'm very confused by your response! You seem to be doing a major "cut-and-paste" by stating the Paul wrote to "already established Church at Corinith, not individuals reading his letters"??? So, Pauls' letter doesn't apply to me as an individual. All the Church at Corinth is long since deceased... I'm not "simply claim(ing) the Holy Ghost because you feel you have the right to do so."??? I cited 1 Cor. 12:13 which TELLS me I have this! This is a work done by the agency of the Holy Spirit. How do you interpret this verse? Now, unless you're willing to contradict scripture, one of us must be in error:-) You can either accept or reject this truth. But, since Jesus is ascended to the right hand of God, how is it that He "baptises with the Spirit?" Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1396 | some people say you must speak in tongue | 1 Cor 12:4 | BradK | 144078 | ||
Hi jcsav, Let's just assume that I'm in error and scripture contradicts me. Let's look at the text: "For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one Spirit." I would have 2 questions for: 1. Who is the verse speaking to and what does it mean in context? Would you care to comment? 2. How exactly has scripture contradicted me? I look forward to your reply:-) BradK |
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1397 | some people say you must speak in tongue | 1 Cor 12:4 | BradK | 144132 | ||
Hi jcsav, Well, I'm unfortunately not surprised by your response- disappointed- but not surprised. I'm not sure how you seem to know and understand my situation better than I? I'd hate to think the response had I admitted to being right:-)I honestly don't think personal attacks and questioning my relationship to the Lord are very becoming. I would call it presumptuous, my friend. Frankly, I will leave this discussion on this point because it would be a waste of time to continue. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1398 | some people say you must speak in tongue | 1 Cor 12:4 | BradK | 144133 | ||
Hi jcsav, Well, I'm unfortunately not surprised by your response- disappointed- but not surprised. I'm not sure how you seem to know and understand my situation better than I? I'd hate to think the response had I admitted to being right:-)I honestly don't think personal attacks and questioning my relationship to the Lord are very becoming. I would call it presumptuous, my friend. Frankly, I will leave this discussion on this point because it would be a waste of time to continue. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1399 | gift of healing same as prayer of faith | 1 Cor 12:9 | BradK | 159393 | ||
Hi DAW, The "charismatic gifts" were in operation during the Acts period. As Makarios said, there aren't any Biblical examples of others having those gifts- outside the Apostles. However, as I understand 1 Cor. 12 and 13, because Paul is providing correction to the misuse of the gifts, it appears that there may have been others using them. In my understanding of it, the "gifts" were to provoke the nation of Israel to belief in their Messiah. Now, with the rejection of Israel- the Gospel going to the Gentiles- and the completion of the Canon of scripture, the gifts are not (normative) in operation. Paul says in 1 Cor. 13:13, "But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is love." I hope this helps, BradK |
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1400 | gifts of Healing and Miracles for today. | 1 Cor 12:9 | BradK | 187044 | ||
Hi Van, This question has been posed multiple times here on the SBF. once again, I don't think anybody is saying God doesn't or can't heal today. He does and He alone is Sovereign (Ps. 115:3)! The 2 questions that need to be asked in examining the veracity of these "so-called-miracles" are: 1. Is it normative? In others words does God always and at all times in every situation heal or do miracles? 2. What were the purpose of the miracles wrought by Christ and His disciples? I would submit on the latter, that the miracles were not done soley to heal the individual but to attest to and authenticate His Messiaship! The miracles were proof that He was the Messiah. As for the disciples, they were proof that they were truly apostles.(Note Ex. 4:8-9) Let me ask these questions: Do we seek Christ alone? Is he enough? He is Supreme and Preeminent! (Col. 1:18) Do we need healings or miracles more than we need the Lord Jesus Christ? Speaking the Turth in Love, BradK |
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