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Results from: Answers On or After: Thu 12/31/70 Author: DocTrinsograce Ordered by Verse |
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4601 | fellow believers or not? | Heb 13:1 | DocTrinsograce | 139923 | ||
My mother, paraphrasing Proverbs 15:1, was wont to say, "A kind word turns away wrath." I used to wonder if she meant "kinda weird." He-man, have you ever heard of a "false dichotomy?" That's what you have here. However, you've created another logical fallacy, unheard of by any rhetoritician, by presenting a false dichotomy whose terms have nothing whatsover to do with the verse in question. No offense, but you do seem to have a knack at bringing together scriptures and concepts that are entirely unrelated. Methinks you are pulling our collective leg! In Him, Doc |
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4602 | Is a legal common law marriage OK? | Heb 13:1 | DocTrinsograce | 237669 | ||
Dear Laredo, Welcome to the forum! Common law marriage is a legal definition. God would see these two as married. The trouble, of course, is that they have not followed the traditional course society uses to recognize a marriage. What does that teach others regarding their opinion of the state, church, and family; all God ordained institutions? In Him, Doc |
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4603 | Angels | Heb 13:2 | DocTrinsograce | 165628 | ||
Hi, Night... Some folks use this verse to argue that we might encounter angelic beings, although I am not so certain that that is what the author of Hebrews intended. Nevertheless, if they appeared in the past they could probably appear today. I doubt that they would reveal themselves like they do in the popular TV shows. :-) Most of the times in the Bible when people saw angels it scared them silly. Somehow I don't think they look like little naked babies. Since there is no reference to a female angel in Scripture, I rather doubt they look like beautiful women, either. :-) In Him, Doc |
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4604 | Was I classified to be married with my e | Heb 13:4 | DocTrinsograce | 237658 | ||
Hi Yan... Welcome to the forum! We can speak in general terms from the Word of God. However, to go from the general to the specific case usually requires the involvement of your pastors and elders. Those men have been given a commission by God to see to the tending of His flock. They can navigate the dangerous shoals and reefs of conscience and a deceptive heart. I think that we might argue from Scripture that marriage is consummated in the sexual act between a man and a woman (Genesis 4:1; Hebrews 13:17; Matthew 5:32; Hebrews 13:4). Physical contact initiates the consummation, being the normal procedure by which sexual intercourse is initiated. Human beings – at least in the west – have long used this standard by which marriage is finalized. However, legally, it will often include the public declaration of marriage. Thus, for instance, when you call one another husband and wife to a third party, you are said to have entered a common-law marriage; which thing is no less binding than an actually marriage. In fact, there was a time in Western culture when a man who had been living with a woman, then were married, was said to have “made an honest person of their spouse.” In other words, they were living and acting out all the benefits of marriage, without the appellation of being married; i.e., they were being dishonest about the reality of their circumstances in the sight of society. Being married grants all those benefits to the man and wife. But to live and act as though something is true, when it is not true, is simply another kind of lie. Times have changed, and these old perspectives, terms, and considerations have seemed unsuited to the masses, who would prefer the self determination of choices from which they can satisfy their cravings and felt-needs of the moment. What we must recognize is that our sense of guilt comes from the Holy Spirit. In lost people it serves to limit their behavior for the benefit of society as a whole and the safety of God's people (cf 1 Timothy 1:1-4). For the believer, it serves as guide that points toward the peaceable fruit of righteousness arising from our sanctification (cf Hebrews 12:11). Therefore, guilt has its best effect to draw us toward the Lord Jesus Christ in confession and repentance. The fruit of this effect will be seen in leading us to the Word, the church, and to an ever increasing love – as walked out in growing obedience – for the Lord. In the mean time, those who read this – as evidenced that they are true believers – will be praying for you. In addition, we shall pray for all the folks who are walking in similar circumstances. May God be glorified in His love, holiness, and judgment, through it all. In Him, Doc |
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4605 | Was I classified to be married with my e | Heb 13:4 | DocTrinsograce | 237678 | ||
Dear Yan, It would seem so, otherwise are they lying to one another? If they are both being truthful, then why would they not wish to declare their union to others and before the Lord? There is something quite wrong in such a situation. I do not think that it is a problem concerning the proper definition of marriage or how it is consummated. Rather in the circumstances you've described there are clear issues with these people's understanding of their responsibilities to God and the state. In other words, they have more problems than marital ones. In Him, Doc |
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4606 | Worry about remarried | Heb 13:4 | DocTrinsograce | 237682 | ||
Dear Yan, As I suggest in my initial responses: you will need the insights that only your pastor and elders can provide. You should go to them and and openly present the problem. In Him, Doc |
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4607 | committing adultry? | Heb 13:7 | DocTrinsograce | 159994 | ||
Dear Amanda, It would probably be wisest for you to obtain pre-marital counselling. The forum is not really designed nor intended to offer personal adivice. God has given pastors and elders in your local congregation for that purpose (Eph 4:10-12). God bless you. In Him, Doc |
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4608 | Resource for Bible Manners n Customes | Heb 13:7 | DocTrinsograce | 213538 | ||
Hi, Pattycake... I also find William Barclay to be a great resource on explaining the cultural context of the Scriptures. That's where he really shines. However, I wouldn't depend much on him from a doctrinal standpoint. God bless you in your ESL work. Thank you for making the conscientious effort to rightly render the truth on behalf of our Lord. In Him, Doc |
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4609 | His reproach - our reproach? | Heb 13:13 | DocTrinsograce | 156220 | ||
Dear Momma, The phrase "outside the camp" refers to Calvary. This is a reference to Leviticus 16:27. You can see this up in the "Amplified" text. "Bearing His reproach" is referring to the reproach that believers experience for the sake of Christ. The Hebrew believers in Jerusalem experienced severe persecution. In Him, Doc |
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4610 | Rebuking using the pulpit. | Heb 13:17 | DocTrinsograce | 150257 | ||
Dear Rod, We aren't really a forum that provides counselling. Instead, we focus on study of the Word. However, perhaps the above verse might be helpful. Your pastor has every right to bind your conscience by the Word of God. He will one day have to give account for those for whom he is responsible. Pray that the Lord will reveal in you that which might be in error. Pray also for your pastor that God will be glorified in His ministry. Though experience is no certain guide, I do know from my own that God has frequently used those in authority over me to show me my blind spots, error, and sin. In Him, Doc |
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4611 | Fundraising raffle vs gambling | Heb 13:17 | DocTrinsograce | 153867 | ||
Dear Masie, Often God leads through those in authority over us. Imagine how wonderful it will be when, after waiting on His leading, God provides for this ministry in an ethically unambiguous way! In Him, Doc |
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4612 | IS A RAFFEL TICKET FOR CHARITY GAMBLING? | Heb 13:17 | DocTrinsograce | 153869 | ||
Dear Masie, Yeah, I'd say it was an issue -- as the Lord indicated through your elders. I wouldn't want my church participating in such a thing, nor would I participate myself. Further, I'd be loathe to contribute to an organization that used such methods for revenue. Wouldn't the Lord be more glorified by His children contributing from sheer love? Are you afraid that God is unable to provide for the ministry? Frankly, the lack of funds might well indicate that it is not in God's timing. In Him, Doc |
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4613 | Will you pray with me? | Heb 13:17 | DocTrinsograce | 160260 | ||
Hi, Sunny... We will pray for your son and his choice of homosexuality. Per Romans 1, that is a sin of the mind that is rooted in a denial of God. You ought to turn to the pastor and elders in your own church for help. Furthermore, you ought to be walking in careful submission to the Lord. Not only will He give you wisdom, but in righteousness your prayers will be more effectual because they will be more in line with His will. In Him, Doc |
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4614 | Congregation to pastor relationship? | Heb 13:17 | DocTrinsograce | 162771 | ||
Hi, NC... The pastor has the full authority of Scripture to bind your conscience by the Word of God. When he does that you resist to your own peril -- for that is resisting the Lord Himself. When the pastor attempts to bind your conscience by any other means, then he has ceased to be a minister of God, and you are under no obligation to comply. Pastors will, ultimately, give account. In Him, Doc |
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4615 | theocracy and church governance | Heb 13:17 | DocTrinsograce | 168145 | ||
Hi, yukidj... This is a broad subject. Every true believer submits themselves to the authority of their pastors and elders insofar as they have the God given authority to bind our consciences by the Scripture. (For example, they may rightly command us to obey God in speaking the truth, however, they cannot command us to where yellow shirts.) Although God does, indeed, appoint those who are to serve as pastors, elders, deacons, etc. He speaks to us through the Word of God alone, by the illumination of the Holy Spirit. It is the only self-revelation of the one true and living God. Within in the basic guidelines and principles of the Word, a church is free to establish self government as they deem appropriate. In Him, Doc |
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4616 | explain the book of James | James | DocTrinsograce | 132011 | ||
James was arguably written by the half-brother of Jesus. It is a great work of practical Christianity. It is considered one of the first "Catholic Epistles" meaning that it was an epistle written for general distribution among the churches. It has some fascinating parallels with the Gospel of Matthew. In fact, I found in my notes the following table associating James with the Sermon on the Mount: Ja 1:2 Joy in the midst of trials -- Mt 5:10-12 Ja 1:4 Exhortation to perfection -- Mt 5:48 Ja 1:5 Asking for good gifts -- Mt 7:7ff Ja 1:20 Against anger -- Mt 5:22 Ja 1:22 Hearers and doers of the Word -- Mt 7:24ff Ja 2:10 The whole law to be kept -- Mt 5:19 Ja 2:13 Blessings of mercifulness -- Mt 5:7 Ja 3:18 Blessings of peacemakers -- Mt 5:9 Ja 4:4 Friendship with world enmity against God -- Mt 6:24 Ja 4:11-12 Against judging others -- Mt 7:1-5 Ja 5:2ff Moth and rust spoiling riches -- Mt 6:19 Ja 5:10 Example of the prophets -- Mt 5:12 Ja 5:12 Against oaths -- Mt 5:33-37 |
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4617 | what must we be until he comes? | James | DocTrinsograce | 176374 | ||
We must be about the purpose for which we were created, the purpose for which His elect will live now and forever: to bring Him glory and to enjoy His fellowship. (1 Corinthians 10:31; Psalm 73:24-26; John 17:22, 24) | ||||||
4618 | Help someone with unbelief. | James | DocTrinsograce | 178504 | ||
Pray for them (Luke 17:5; Mark 9:24; 2 Thes 1:11) and draw them to the Word (Romans 10:17; Colossians 1:4-6; 1 Peter 2:2). | ||||||
4619 | Faith | James 1:2 | DocTrinsograce | 159959 | ||
Hi, Jay... Faith is believing what God has said. It is not something that does something for you, nor is it a magic lamp that, if rubbed properly, accomplishes things. Faith is always revealed in behavior. In Him, Doc |
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4620 | Testing Faith | James 1:2 | DocTrinsograce | 159968 | ||
Dear Jay, Whew... Alien's definition of faith is truly alien to Scripture! It does not mean shutting down your brain. Scripture says that faith comes through the Word of God (Romans 10:17). Don't worry about testing your own faith, tests will come. Instead, immerse yourself in the Word of God and your faith will grow. Remember, farmers plant seeds at the right time under the right conditions, but they can't make the seeds grow. In the same way, our spiritual growth is a work of God. We can position ourselves to receive all that He intends by letting our minds be transformed by the Scriptures. The Scriptures can change the way we think, the way we act, what we believe, and how we should live (2 Tim 3:16). Study them -- through private reading of the Word, memorization, meditation, corporate study, and worship -- and God will give the fruit! In Him, Doc |
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