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Results from: Answers On or After: Thu 12/31/70 Author: Barach Ordered by Verse |
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41 | Explain Galatians gospel of circumcision | 1 Cor 7:19 | Barach | 166418 | ||
A question that came up repeatedly, mostly from Christianized Jews, was: 'is it necessary for Christians to get circumcised?'. Circumcision under the Law Covenant was mandatory and when this question came up in the book of Acts (Acts 15:6-29), the "necessary things" for Gentiles and Jews alike didn't include circumcision. However, the apostle Paul and others found it necessary to deal with the subject repeatedly (what't the saying... old habits die hard). In Galatians 2:11-14, it's clear from Paul's rebuff of Cephas (Peter), that some Jewish converts were trying to hold onto circumcision as though it made them 'better' than uncircumcised Gentile Christians and the Apostle Paul was trying to correct that thinking in verse 14 of Galations Chapter 2. Furthermore, note these additional verses (which really set the matter straight): Phil 3:3 "for we are the circumcision, who by the Spirit are serving God, and glorying in Christ Jesus, and in flesh having no trust," (Young's Literal Translation). In other words, circumcision of the heart is more relevant than circumcision of the flesh. 1 Cor 7:19 "the circumcision is nothing, and the uncircumcision is nothing -- but a keeping of the commands of God." (Young's Literal Translation). We can see in Young's Literal Translation that whether you were a circumcised Jewish Christian or a uncircumcised Gentile Christian, the more important thing was observing God's commandments. So, no Christian should think they are better than the other. This example provides a teaching lesson even for us today. |
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42 | speaking in tounges | 1 Cor 12:28 | Barach | 152561 | ||
1 Corinthians 12: 28 Some people God has designated in the church to be, first, apostles; second, prophets; third, teachers; then, mighty deeds; then, gifts of healing, assistance, administration, and varieties of tongues. 29 Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work mighty deeds? 30 Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? 1 Corinthians Chapter 13 1 If I speak in human and angelic tongues 2 but do not have love, I am a resounding gong or a clashing cymbal. Love never fails. 8 If there are prophecies, they will be brought to nothing; if tongues, they will cease; ... |
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43 | What is the significance of the creation | Eph 3:14 | Barach | 175520 | ||
Well, there are many aspects to the creation account... here's one significant point. Every family owes it's existance and eternal life prospects to the Creator. Eph 3:14,15 For this reason [seeing the greatness of this plan by which you are built together in Christ], I bow my knees before the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, For Whom every family in heaven and on earth is named [that Father from Whom all fatherhood takes its title and derives its name]. Knowing this helps us to live a life that is pleasing to our Creator. |
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44 | Is Porn A Sin? | Col 3:5 | Barach | 187792 | ||
The fact that you ask is good... much of what you find in the Bible contains priciples which have broad applications and are timeless... Consider these scriptures and you decide whether a Christian should feed their mind on porn. In Colossians 3:5, sexual appetite is linked with covetousness - an inordinate desire for something that one does not have and covetousness is a form of idolatry. Also, consider Jesus words in Matthew 5:28 "but I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart." |
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45 | what does the bible say about swearing? | Col 3:8 | Barach | 169212 | ||
But now, put off, ye also, all these things, wrath, anger, malice, blasphemy, vile language out of your mouth. (DBY) |
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46 | Question regarding father's role. | Col 3:20 | Barach | 175448 | ||
1 Cor 11:3 states: "But I want you to understand that Christ is the head of every man, and the man is the head of a woman, and God is the head of Christ." If children are to obey their parents (Col 3:20) and since the man is the head of the woman, he is also head of the children as well. Even a cursory examination of the Hebrew text (O.T.) will show that the man is clearly the head of the household. I do not believe there is a specific scripture though to show you where it says the man is the head of the children. It is definitely implied. There's no scripture that I have found that says thou shall not dumb rubbish in my neighbor's lawn, but Jesus words that you should love your neighbor as yourself cover the endless scripture it would take to cover every scenario that could occur in life in which I should show love towards my neighbor. If our heart is rightly trained by God through his word, we won't need a scripture for every through and movement we make in life. I went off into a small tangent, but I hope this helps in regards to your question on headship and a specific scipture that I don't believe exists. |
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47 | How young was Timoty? | 1 Tim 4:11 | Barach | 166647 | ||
Timothy may have been in his 30's, which was considered young as an Elder in the Christian congregation. Paul's words to Timothy in 1 Timothy 4:11-14 lend support to this, "Don't let anyone think little of you because you are young". | ||||||
48 | Not normal | 2 Tim 2:22 | Barach | 162300 | ||
"Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." - Phil 4:8 | ||||||
49 | What is the difference between the Cath | 2 Tim 3:16 | Barach | 173024 | ||
One Difference: Apocrypha (meaning "hidden") books. According to the Council of Carthage, 397, the Catholic Church lists the sixty-six books (like most Bibles including the King James Version being a popular version for protestants) and it also includes seven books of the pre-Christian Apographa, which books had been rejected by the Great Sanhedrin at Jerusalem. However Jerome, translator of the Latin Vulgate used by the Roman Catholic Church for many centuries, says: “All apocryphal books should be avoided; . . . they are not the works of authors by whose names they are distinguished, . . . they contain much that is faulty, . . . it is a task requiring great prudence to find gold in the midst of clay.” So, that's one difference between Catholic and Protestant Bibles. Keep in mind, the original writings of the Bible were neither Catholic nor Protestant, that's pretty clear when you read the Bible. There are many good translations out there. However, many of these have chosen to opt for words or phrases that sometimes support a particular belief. It will be up to you when reading various translations, which have done a better job of conveying the real meaning of the original writings. Key: the internal evidence of the Bible itself usually clears up any of these questions, since there is only one author of all books of the Bible, that being Almighty God, and he can't contradict himself within his writings. |
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50 | Define slavery as Paul meant? | Titus 2:9 | Barach | 156579 | ||
Actually, in this case Paul was referring to actual servitude. The Roman Empire culture supported slavery and the instition of slavery even had the protection of the imperial government. As a matter of fact, Paul respected the legal right of others, including fellow Christian, to own slaves. Note the admonition from Paul: "Those who have believing masters are not to show less respect for them because they are brothers. Instead, they are to serve them even better, because those who benefit from their service are believers, and dear to them. These are the things you are to teach and urge on them." 1 Timothy 6:2 (New International Version) This fine attitude is often thought of as the Christian model for the "employee/employer" relationship. |
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51 | Who is Jesus? | Heb 3:1 | Barach | 160166 | ||
Jesus was an apostle of God (Heb 3:1) - apostle meaning 'sent forth one'. John 6:38: "For I am come down from heaven, not that I should do my will, but the will of him that has sent me." (DBY) |
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52 | Melchizedek and Shem | Heb 7:3 | Barach | 203934 | ||
In refering to Melchizedek in Hebrews 7:3, Paul mentions that Melchizedek was 'without genealogy', thus it's unlikely that he was also Shem (who was Noah's son). | ||||||
53 | go to hell if commit suicide | 1 John 3:15 | Barach | 181301 | ||
Life (yours and others) is sacred and all should conduct themselves in a manner that shows the highest respect for it. An important factor is that of mental and emotional disorders that are involved in many suicides. That's why some who commit suicide are called suicide victims. According to some statistics, 90 percent of those who commit suicide have some kind of mental, emotional, or addictive problem. Will God forgive the self-murder committed by people in such a mental state? We are not in a position to judge whether the deceased committed an unforgivable sin. If you or anyone else is contemplating such an act, you need to get professional help quickly - there is help. But, go to God first and ask for his help. |
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54 | does God answer every pray | 1 John 5:14 | Barach | 158417 | ||
As 1 Jo 5:14 shows, a requirement for our prayers to be heard is that they harmonize with God's will. So, a "Christian" football player may sincerely ask for God to make his team win - but is that in harmony with God's will? It certainly wouldn't harmonize with God being impartial as noted in Acts 10:34,35. | ||||||
55 | TAIL BREARE'S IN THE N/T FOUND | Rev 9:19 | Barach | 191398 | ||
There you have it in the book of Revelation... hope this helps. | ||||||
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