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641 | Opinion on the lost Scriptures | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 237886 | ||
Hello, Dan... Welcome to the forum! This is a question of the Biblical canon. If you lookup "canonicity" you will find much to read on the topic. I personally find this website helpful for good, scholarly articles and sermons: www.monergism.com Related to the importance of canonicty, this article might be helpful: http://www.cmfnow.com/articles/pt093.htm In Him, Doc |
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642 | Why has thou forsaken me why did Jesus s | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 237896 | ||
Hi, jluv402... The better a question is asked, the better answer you will get. In Him, Doc |
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643 | Jesus last words | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 237898 | ||
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644 | what happens if you never knew jesus? | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 237904 | ||
Dear joeb101, Welcome to the forum! Often people feel obligated to help God appear less "brutally harsh" (as you put it). Typically it arises as an essential component for theological presuppositions. The actual term for this question is theodicy. It is as old as Christianity -- and the answers are rooted in the Kerygma (the teachings of Christ and the Apostles; cf Ephesians 2:20); e.g., Christ Himself preaches on it in John 6; Peter preaches on it in Acts 4; Paul discusses it in Romans 9; etc. In keeping with the wishes of our gracious host (see the Terms of Use), we would not want to leave just the single denominational response. Therefore, as opposed to the "theology of glory" perspective, I will try to provide you with the "theology of the cross" perspective. Keep in mind that we never evaluate who God is by what He does, rather we interpret what He does based on who He is. We know who He is from the Scriptures; without that self-disclosure, we would not know Him. What we know of God is that He is omniscient (Romans 11:33), omnipotent (Job 42:2), omnipresent (Jeremiah 23:23-24), immutable (Malachi 3:6), righteous (Psalm 129:4; 145:17), sovereign (Psalm 115:3; 1 Chronicles 29:11-12), etc. One of His most significant attributes is holiness (Psalm 99:9; Habakkuk 1:13). It never says in Scripture that God is “fair, fair, fair.” But it does say that He is “holy, holy, holy” (Isaiah 6:3; Revelation 4:8). We also know that there is no salvation outside of Christ (Acts 4:12; John 14:6). The Scripture makes it clear that there is no other mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5). The Bible declares that sin merits eternal death (Romans 6:23). What is worse, we know that every single human being is sinful: “There is none righteous, not even one; there is none who understands, there is no one who seeks God; all have turned aside, together they have become useless; there is none who does good, there is not even one” (Romans 3:10b-12 NASB; cf Psalm 53:1-3). Furthermore, salvation is not a matter of a man saving himself. No, people do not initiate their salvation, God does the whole work. “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.” (John 1:12-13 NASB; see also Psalm 3:8; John 6:44; Romans 9:1-24; Philippians 2:13; James 1:18) The really astounding thing is that there are any men that are saved! What an astonishing thing that God has seen fit to bring many to the Gospel (John 10:25-29). He would be perfectly just and perfectly righteous to leave all men in their sins. Nevertheless, to the glory of His mercy, He has saved some men! Amazing grace indeed! In Him, Doc |
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645 | SEEKING FOR THE TRUTH | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 237944 | ||
Hi, Robert... Destiny, as it is used in modern parlance, has its roots in pagan beliefs. This includes other notions such as chance, luck, and fate. Here is what we see, however, all through out the Scriptures: God is immutable: Psalms 33:10-11; 115:3; 135:5-6; Job 23:13-14; Isaiah 14:24-27; 46:9-11; Ephesians 1:11; Proverbs 21:30-31; Numbers 23:19; James 1:17; Hebrews 6:16-18 God owns creation: 1 Chronicles 29:11-12; Job 34:13; Psalms 50:10-12 God completely controls creation: Psalms 107:25,29; Jeremiah 5:22; Job 26:12-14; Psalms 148:4-8 God removes and sets up kings and authorities: Daniel 2:20-21; Psalms 75:6-7; Romans 13:1 God controls authorities: Proverbs 21:1; Isaiah 31:3; Psalms 66:3; Daniel 3:14-19; 4:24-37; Acts 2:22-23; 4:25-28; John 19:11; Deuteronomy 2:24-33; Judges 9:23; Exodus 15:3; 2 Samuel 17:14; Isaiah 54:16 God creates and controls all things for His purposes: Colossians 1:16-17; Revelation 4:11 ...including afflictions: Hosea 6:1; Exodus 4:11; Psalms 90:2-3; Job 5:17-18 ...including death: Deuteronomy 32:39; 1 Samuel 2:6-10; Acts 17:24-26; Job 14:5 ...including evil and destruction: Isaiah 45:5-9; Amos 3:6; Jeremiah 18:11; Micah 2:1-3; Ecclesiastes 7:13-14; Psalms 78:49; Amos 8:11-12; Zephaniah 1:12; Lamentations 3:37-38; Job 1:12-22; 2:7-10; 34:10-12; Proverbs 16:4 God sovereignly controls the ultimate destiny of nations: Habakkuk 1:5-6,12; Joshua 11:19-20; Isaiah 37:21-29 ...and men: Proverbs 16:1,4,9,33; 19:21; 20:24; Job 12:6; Isaiah 22:11; Psalms 139:16-17 ...and unbelievers: Job 34:29; Matthew 11:21-27; Luke 4:24-27; 1 Peter 2:7-9; Revelation 17:8,17; 2 Thessalonians 2:11-13; Jude 4,11-13; 1 Peter 1:4-5; Matthew 25:41; Romans 11:5-10; John 12:37-41; Romans 9; Jeremiah 12:1-2; Exodus 7:1-5; 9:12-16; 10:1-3; Ezekiel 33:11,17-20 ...and believers: Romans 8:28; Ephesians 1:4, 5, 9, 11; Acts 13:48; Ezekiel 34:11, 12, 15 All men are free to choose what they think is best for themselves. The will of man is never forced. See Matthew 17:12; James 1:14; Deuteronomy 30:19. Unfortunately, men are hostile toward God's will and cannot please Him (Romans 8:5-7). Salvation is not a matter of the human will (John 1:13), but of the drawing of God (John 6:44). Praise the Lord, however, because He is a God who intervenes (Colossians 1:13; John 8:36; Philippians 2:13)! Then, in glory, the will of man will be perfect and only inclined to good (Ephesians 4:13). Always look to the Scriptures for what to believe. The Word will validate or repudiate denominational doctrines (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Encourage others to give you the Word to stand upon. There is no other rock! In Him, Doc |
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646 | Who was Crescens. | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 237998 | ||
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647 | can all understand speaking in tongues? | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238016 | ||
Dear Purch, If you mean glossolalia -- based on your former question I am assuming you do -- then based on Paul's statement in 1 Corinthians 14:2b, "no one understands." If no one understood in the first century church, I would have my doubts that anyone understands in the 21st century church. Of course, if it is something other than what the apostle Paul was talking about, well then... well, no, probably no one understands that either. In Him, Doc |
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648 | God, His own revelation | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238053 | ||
Hi, Ms. Carolyn... We do not say that God is His own revelation. We say that God provides us with a self revelation. Without the Word (Hebrews 1:1-2), we would not have known Him. In Him, Doc |
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649 | Not lookn for Nephilim but mystry people | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238071 | ||
Okay. Let us know when you find them. If they are in Scripture, we'll help you think about the related passage. | ||||||
650 | Need help with feelings of "rejection" | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238083 | ||
Hi, In His Care... Welcome to the forum! Interesting that you chose that particular username. Perhaps the rejection you are feeling is actually guilt. We are not equipped to provide council, because we cannot interact with you directly, nor is it the wish of our gracious host, the Lockman Foundation. You should meet with your church pastor or elders, and discuss this with them. In the mean time, we will be praying for you. In Him, Doc |
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651 | how many covenants in the bible | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238133 | ||
Hi, ga deacon... Welcome to the forum! If you are thinking of covenants initiated by God, there are six of them: The Adamic, the Noahic, the Abrahamic, the Mosaic, the Davidic, and the Messianic. In Him, Doc |
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652 | IS SAME SEX MARRIAGE ALLOWED? | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238140 | ||
Hi, Zzappman... Welcome to the forum! "Same sex marriage" despite the use of this phrase in our society at large, is what is known as a contradictio in adjecto; i.e., a contradiction in terms. Other examples are "a false fact," or "a liquid solid," or "an irregular pattern," or "a peaceful riot." The Bible is rooted in rational language, consequently you won't find a contradictio in adjecto in Scripture. In Him, Doc |
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653 | Is NASB study bible dispensational? | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238159 | ||
Hi, tgodwin... Welcome to the forum! I cannot say how dispensational the notes in the NASB Study Bible might be. Apparently the notes are those used in the NIV Study Bible. Given what I see on the Internet, I wouldn't be surprised if it was pretty dispensational -- especially since that is the popularly promulgated perspective in the United States; i.e., that's where the money leads. Study bibles like the Reformation Study Bible and the Lutheran Study Bible are in the ESV. If you uncover anything particular to share with us along these lines, please let us know. In Him, Doc |
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654 | how to explain the trinity | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238160 | ||
Hi, pjm31... Welcome to the forum! Our trinitarian doctrine is rooted entirely in the Scriptures. It is expressed very succinctly in the Nicene Creed. We read the Scriptures doctrinally and the Scriptures inform our doctrines. You will have some significant difficulties with the cults, who do neither of those things. You might want to start studying the Nicene Creed straight from the Scriptures themselves. Here is a good place to start: http://carm.org/trinity If you want to do a bit more reading, Lorraine Boettner summarizes the doctrine very well here: http://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/boettner/boettner_trinity.html In Him, Doc |
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655 | how many covenants in the bible | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238173 | ||
My goodness, I missed one. There should be seven, in this order: The Edenic, Adamic, the Noahic, the Abrahamic, the Mosaic, the Davidic, and the Messianic. Sorry for my original error. |
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656 | What are the names of daughters of israe | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238191 | ||
Hi, Carl63... Welcome to the forum! The expresion "the daughters of Israel" is idiomatic. It simply means women who are descended from the lineage of Israel (Jacob). In Him, Doc |
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657 | Cremation vs burial what does bible say | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238223 | ||
Hi, soullady13... Welcome to the forum! You will not find such a direct treatment of this subject in Scripture. If you use the Search option to the right of your screen, you can find what others have said about this topic. Studying it would be a matter of looking at cultural practices, principles, and presuppositions. Much of these traditional thoughts in the West are based on observations of Jewish practices and Biblical principles. In Him, Doc |
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658 | Holy Spirit - Tribulation | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238239 | ||
Hi, bevisme... Welcome to the forum! One of the attributes of God is omnipresence. How the Holy Spirit performs His work may alter based on circumstances, but His ubiquity has never been different than what it always has been and always will be. In Him, Doc |
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659 | God has a soul? Jer 5:9. Has bowels? 4:1 | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238248 | ||
Hi, dnelson1941... Welcome to the forum! One of the attributes of God is called His simplicity. This doctrine simply asserts that God is without parts, components, additions, or an amalgamation. Rather His being is unified, singular, self-existing, unlike created things. Furthermore, you must understand that the Bible uses anthropomorphic language when speaking of God. If God did not reveal Himself in this fashion, we would be unable to comprehend even a small part of what He expects us to understand about His nature. We must take care to recognize that He is not human like (cf Job 9:32; Isaiah 55:8-9). Nevertheless, He thinks, He speaks, He sees, He plans, He acts, He moves, He loves, He hates, He wills, etc. etc. These things are not to be thought of in strictly human terms. Yet, if they were not communicated to us in human terms, we would not be able to understand. Thus, God often speaks to us about Himself in ways that we can comprehend. John Calvin said that God speaks a kind of baby talk to us, in the condescension of His self revelation. Finally, the term bowels is used idiomatically in Hebrew -- somewhat like we use the term heart or the pit of your stomach. In other words, it refers to the deepest seat of your emotions. Perhaps understanding these fundamental principles will help you to rightly interpret the passages you mentioned in Jeremiah. In Him, Doc |
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660 | bible verses for widows | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 238313 | ||
Hi, creator... Welcome to the forum! Although it is nice to provide you with a list of all the verses containing a particular word, it might be more useful for you to know that our gracious host provides a means for you to find them yourself. If you look to the right of your screen, there is a box labeled "Bible Text." You can use it to find all the Scripture references containing a particular word. If you like, you can even click on "New Bible Window" for a screen that will give you a better explanation. In Him, Doc |
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