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21 | All reasons Pharisees confront Jesus? | Mark 12:13 | lookinforacity | 204549 | ||
HI again Tamara: This is a good reason for doing what they did, not sure if scripture, says anything else about reasons for confrontations, but this is how it all ended. Vs. 1 names them all, as being present. Mark 15 1Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the elders, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedren, reached a decision. 9"Do you want me to release to you the king of the Jews?" asked Pilate, 10knowing it was out off ( ENVY ) that the chief priests had handed Jesus over to him They bound Jesus, led him away and handed him over to Pilate. GOD BLESS Jim |
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22 | Evidenc of Signs in 2008 Valid? | Mark 16:17 | lookinforacity | 205713 | ||
Hi Tamara: Mark 16:17,18 17) And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; 18) They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. Are we to take this verse in Mark literally? The question I ask is, If not for today, then why after the 4 Gospels were written, was it still taught? If these were the words of Jesus to the Disciples only, for the BUILDING of the Church, then why write letters to other Churches, (1 Cor.12) teaching them on the proper use of these gifts. Why the in depth explanation, GOD knew this book was going to come down to us, was it so we could argue pro, and con. for 2 millennia. I don't think so. As far as them ending, Jesus said "Them that Believe" aren't we believers? Jesus did not say, there will be an end of these gifts. Anything other than the Cold Hard Fact, of (A)meaning(1) Scripture that explicitly states they were to end, after the Disciples died, then any belief in that direction is pure conjecturer, ( Aren't we Disciples Also) Continued End of 1 of 2 |
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23 | Wisdom as Evangelism? | John 1:1 | lookinforacity | 203865 | ||
Hi Tamara Sounds like the person you are talking about is more impressed with himself, and what his students think about him, and his abilities,to argue religious questions. It seems more like he is saying watch me, I am smarter than the average person. Strangely though, the very scripture he put forth, speaks to what he does to others. 1 Cor 2:4 and my message and my preaching were not in persuasive words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power. Where in all he said, was the power of God demonstrated? It appears as though he was trying to convince others, by his knowledge, and his ability to lead (trick) people that he didn't think were as smart as he was. This is the demonstration of the power of GOD! John 6:44 "No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up on the last day. Tamara: It looks to me, all of your feelings, on the matter of this persons methods, were from the leading of the Holy Sprit, to lead YOU to all Truth. The biggest part of learning is to let GOD SPEAK to YOUR HEART. Always take what others teach you,then Question it in light of Scripture,letting the Holy Spirit Teach you. |
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24 | Retain or forgive sins? | John 20:22 | lookinforacity | 204654 | ||
Hi Tamara: In light of these scriptures, how are they to be interpreted? In relation to your question. These are just food for thought. We cannot dismiss them, as never having been said. Matthew 6:12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Luke 11:4 And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. James 5:15 And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. Matthew 18:21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Matthew 18:22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. Luke 17:4 And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him. Mark 11:25 And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins." Luke 17:3 So watch yourselves. "If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him. Acts 10:43 All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name." 2 Corinthians 2:10 If you forgive anyone, I also forgive him. And what I have forgiven—if there was anything to forgive—I have forgiven in the sight of Christ for your sake, Love in Christ Jim |
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25 | Help! Unclean vs clean meat? | Acts | lookinforacity | 204930 | ||
HI LRP: Here are 2 more cents for the kitty. You have gotten good sound advice so far, go with it ! This is from a different view point, but they go with what you already have, specifically the words of Jesus. "Everything is Clean." We as human beings, and especially Mothers in law, try sometimes to get closer to GOD by going back, to what we have been set free from, THE LAW. It seems, that we can become more Religious, if we do. WE do but not in a good sence. 1) My wife and I want to follow the laws of GOD, but we are confused. You are under Grace not the Law. 2) Can anyone that has come down this road help us out? Eat anything you want, everything is of GOD and fit for food. 3) I have all the scriptures, but really need guidance. Just show her the Scriptures that refute her argument, then let it go, don't argue the point, she wont keep it up for long, the LAW was given in the first place, to show us that WE cant keep it. She wont either, it would mean a change in her lifestyle. People do it for a short time then revert back to what they know. 4) I will ultimately make the decision for my family but need some help understanding this all. Your doing fine, don't go in the direction of the LAW, it will bind you up. Keep your family free, and in the Grace of GOD. Galatians 2:21 I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain. Galatians 5:4 Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace. GOD BLESS JIM |
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26 | What do you think of Acts 5th chapter | Acts 5:1 | lookinforacity | 204866 | ||
Hi Revdoc01: Short and sweet. They owned a piece of land, They did not have to sell it, When they sold it, they could have kept (All) of the money. They could have given a part of it, it did not matter. They gave PART, and told Peter they had given all. They wanted the Praise of man. The land was in their power to do with it as they wanted. After the sale, the money was in their power. In lying to Peter they were in essance Lying to the GOD Verse 4 GOD BLESS JIM |
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27 | what approach did paul take | Acts 17:18 | lookinforacity | 205276 | ||
Hi Beanna: You go right ahead and ask your question as many times as you want. WE ALL understand that you only came to the FORUM today. Now on to your question. the way you asked it, I can only say. Paul took the approach you have posted in Verses 18-34 He apparently doesnt use any other approach, because it isnt recorded. There was a Church established in ATHENS, so I assume his efforts were successful. That is the only way I can answer your question. Hope it is enough. GOD BLESS Jim |
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28 | An interesting discussion/question | Romans | lookinforacity | 204934 | ||
HI CHILDOFGOD: I think this might be the one your looking for. Romans 2:14 For when the Gentiles, which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are a law unto themselves: The verse above covers anyone that is in the position of not having ever, or will never hear the word of FAITH. Tribes in the Jungles of the Amazon, and the like. They may be Pagans to us, but God will judge their heart. Now to go on to the area of, the unborn, babies, children. this following information isn't in the Bible it's in LAW . COVENANT A covenant, in its most general signification, means any kind of promise or contract, a covenant is an agreement between two or more persons, entered into in writing and under seal, whereby either party stipulates for the truth of certain facts, or promises to perform or give something to the other, or to abstain from the performance of certain things. - 1st. The parties must be such as by law can enter into a contract. If either for want of understanding, as in the case of an idiot or lunatic; or in the case of an infant, in every case, the parties are not competent, they cannot bind themselves. - 2d. There must be an agreement. The assent or consent must be mutual for the agreement would be incomplete if either party withheld his assent to any of its terms. The assent of the parties to a contract necessarily supposes a free, fair, serious exercise of the reasoning faculty. We have the OLD Covenant, and the NEW Covenant, but God doesn't hold babies, and children any more responsible than MAN does. To make it short, as you can see, even in MANS LAW, we don't hold some of our citizens responsible. Hope this answers both sides of the question. In Christ JIM |
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29 | Baptized into his death | Rom 6:3 | lookinforacity | 204031 | ||
Hi Pattii; When we are baptised,we are putting on Christ. In baptism, we are identifying with His Death, and then when we come up out of the water, we are Identifying with His Resurrection. We are then Born Again, in Newness of life, we are new creatures in Christ. 2 Cor 5:17 Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. Rom 6:4 Therefore we have been buried with Him through baptism into death, so that as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we too might walk in newness of life. Col 2:12 having been buried with Him in baptism, in which you were also raised up with Him through faith in the working of God, who raised Him from the dead. 1 Pet 3:21 Corresponding to that, baptism now saves you--not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a good conscience--through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. I hope that answers it for you. Have a happy!! |
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30 | Clarification? | Rom 6:3 | lookinforacity | 204086 | ||
Hi Tim: Here is the answer for your clarification. (NO) I do not believe we need to be baptized to be saved, my personal belief is, Ephesians 2:8 For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; The verse I believe you are referring to is 1 Pet 3:21. I have looked it up in the Amplified Bible. this translation gives a clearer wording of the verse. Hope this will clear things up for you. 21And baptism, which is a figure [of their deliverance], does now also save you [from inward questionings and fears], not by the removing of outward body filth [bathing], but by [providing you with] the answer of a good and clear conscience (inward cleanness and peace) before God [because you are demonstrating what you believe to be yours] through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Have a Happy ! ! |
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31 | Eternal Secruity? | Rom 8:33 | lookinforacity | 204555 | ||
Hi Tamara: Click in # 211 in Search, i'm sure you will find it. GOD BLESS JIM |
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32 | homosexual brain wired that way at birth | 1 Cor 6:9 | lookinforacity | 205802 | ||
Hi believer53: Some people have the belief, Homosexuality is the most heinous sin a person can commit, because of the word abomination connected with it. Strange because when we read, verse 23 says Mammilla, is only confusion. Seems to me they are coequal, well if we look at the whole chapter, verse 6 through 23 everything mentioned is abomination. Verses 24 through 30 tell us WHY, because in so doing the LAND is DEFILED. We as Christians, need to start calling, the acts mentioned here for what they truly are. ALL OF THE CUSTOMES MENTIONED IN THIS CHAPTER, FALL UNDER THE HEADING OF IDOLITRY. Last but by no means least, look at the very last sentence in the chapter. "I AM THE LORD YOUR GOD" God telling them again, you shall have no other gods before ME. GOD BLESS Jim |
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33 | homosexual brain wired that way at birth | 1 Cor 6:9 | lookinforacity | 205809 | ||
Hi Believer53: There is no,(NO) Homosexual GENE, science will never be able to prove anything. Homosexuality, is most definitely wrong, GOD, has the only valid opinion. God did know us in the womb. I believe, the growth of Homosexuality in our society, the acceptance of it by our society, is all in direct proportion to the Immorality of our society. I believe we as a society, are now, and have been for years, Sacrificing our Children to Molech, Our society, follows Darwin, and the Theory of Evolution, which is in direct opposition to God, and Creation. Society wants to believe a lie, so God is giving them strong delusion, because of their immoral,and abominable behavior. We are an Idolatrous Nation, Rom. 1:18 through 31 This verse sums up all that I have said, verse 32) Who knowing the judgment of God, that they which commit such things are worthy of death, not only do the same, but have pleasure in them that do them. To me the answer is a simple one, God has Cursed our Society, Nation Responsibility of that curse falls on us, because individual Religions, Denominations, Faiths, Churches, have fought this EVIL. But WE as the BODY of CHRIST, have not stood up, in the UNITY of His SPIRIT and fullness of HIS POWER, with JESUS being the head! When we put down our petty differences, coming together as HIS Church then, and only then, will the POWER of Satan be broken, thus releasing us from this CURSE. IN CHRIST Jim |
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34 | Should Women Wear Hats? | 1 Cor 11:4 | lookinforacity | 204224 | ||
Subject: The Hat situation? Note: Hi Tamara: When I was a kid, the Catholic Church, had a rule about women wearing hats in Church, Im not sure, but I think they were the only church of the time that did. Although in those days hats were in, so maby women were wearing hats to other Churches, for that reason. Maby the closest you will be able to get to the answer you are looking for, is what the Catholic Church has put out concerning the issue of women wearing hats in the Church. They have changed their doctrin, and I would bet that there will be a pretty extensive decision on the matter. To go with the area of hats, I remember a time when the proper atire for women was a dress, then pants suits came out, the Churches didn't want to allow the wearing of pants suits in the Church either, but they lost the battle on that one , because of the women pushing the issue, by constantly wearing the pants suits to Church, the Churches gave in to the popular opinion, pants suits were then allowed. Well now, the pants suits have gone the way of the Dinosaur, and women are wearing whatever they want. When the pants suits went out of VOGUE, the Church didnt step up and say were going back to the wearing of dresses for women. Is it a sign of the times, or a shift in the Moral values of our society, people that go to Church, bringing into the Church, the morals of the society, The Church has the right, as the moral compass for not only the Church, but also socitey, to not let things like this change, if they have been doctrin, then why the change? But does the Church have the power? Sorry Tamara, Just wanted you to see, things have changed alot in just my life time, for who knows what reason, again my advice, is to look for some kind of decision the Catholich Church has made, I'm sure they will have it documented more than anyone else, because it was a 20th centry issue. I didnt post this the other day because I thought you wanted things only out of the Bible, or some ones oppinion from long long ago, this isnt very religious, just practical. Hope that it helps you |
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35 | gifts of Spirit in Heaven | 1 Cor 12:1 | lookinforacity | 203886 | ||
Hi Librarian: The answer to your question is NO. 1Cor.12: Lists the gifts, there operation, and the reasons for them. Eph.4: Does the same thing but it states, that they are for the perfecting of the Saints, and the work of the Minestry. So we see all of the gifts are for the body, but there are some of the gifts, for the body of Christ only, there are also some of those gifts for ministering to those in the world. In so doing we are fulfilling the commision we have been given as christians. Luke 10: In Heaven, Jesus will be all in all, there will be no more need for the Gifts of the Spirit, as we know them, and experiance them today |
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36 | 3 brothers descendants changed | Col 1:16 | lookinforacity | 205784 | ||
Hi du plessis: Hard to answer the question. But the easiest for me to believe is, when the Earth was divided, when the speech was confounded, because of the building at Babylon, the features of the different races, also appeared at that time. Works for me. I don't go with all of that cursing stuff. I feel in this case, the term K.I.S.S. would apply very well. (For all of us) Have a good one IN HIM Jim |
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37 | Just needing a little more insight | Col 2:18 | lookinforacity | 205280 | ||
Hi Sandy: Your question, on Col. 2:18 has nothing at all to do with the worshiping of angels. The only connection that I can make to the angel part is, someone might say, I have seen an angel and this is what he said. Example (Joseph Smith) (Mormon Religion). The rest of the Chapter tells you WHAT WAS SAID, in verse 18. Verse 8 says the same thing, as the others,that's why I added it. I cannot say it any better than Paul wrote. 18) Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, 8) Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. 20) Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances, 21) (Touch not; taste not; handle not; 22) Which all are to perish with the using;) after the commandments and doctrines of men? 23) Which things have indeed a shew of wisdom in will worship, and humility, and neglecting of the body: not in any honour to the satisfying of the flesh. I hope these will answer, your question, now that you understand them, in context. Now go back and read the whole chapter, and see if it all makes sense. GOD BLESS Jim |
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38 | Need Clarification on Asking/Receiving | James 1:6 | lookinforacity | 205268 | ||
Hi Student: Hope this clears things up for you. As you can see, in this case, the question of receiving from the Lord, ONLY refers to ONE thing. That is (WISDOM.) These Verses, are specific unto the context, used in these verses. You cannot apply them to any other verse, where we are told how to pray for things, in our lives. ie. healing, jobs, money etc. James 1:5 5) If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. The Verses 3 - 9, in PROV. all refer to the verses you are asking about. Ask in faith, not doubting. Do not be like the waves. We should not doubt, what he has told us to ask for, HE has laid it up for US. He HAS told us to ask, Do Not DOUBT God at His WORD. He will perform, that which he has promised. Prov. 2:1-12 1) My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; 2) So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding; *3) Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; *4) If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; *5) Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God. *6) For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. *7) He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly. *8) He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints. *9) Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path. 10) When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; 11) Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee: 12) To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh froward things; The only problem that I saw, was that you were applying these verses, to the other verses, on praying, and receiving from the Lord. At that point they are confusing. Just remember, when you do not understand what your reading, go back, as many times as it takes, like it says in Prov. 2 :3,4 asking for guidance, all you were missing, in order for you to be able to understand was, verse (5) having that NOW, does it make sense to you? GOD BLESS Jim |
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39 | Not need teachers? In what way? | 1 John 2:27 | lookinforacity | 203869 | ||
Thomas: When you have studied, have you ever had what I call the "WOW" factor experiance? If you have, that WAS the Holy Spirit, teaching you. My personal belief is, if you have read the whole Bible, the Holy Spirit Can and will bring back to you what you need to know, (rember) when you need to have it. 2 Sam 22:29 "For You are my lamp, O LORD; And the LORD illumines my darkness. As far as no man needing to teach you, that comes down to a question of Faith. Prov 2:6 For the LORD gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding. |
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40 | Methodist position on the Revelation? | Rev 1:1 | lookinforacity | 205043 | ||
Hi Thomas: This might answer it for you, a book to be found, and a quote. Unmasking Methodist Theology: A Way Forward - Google Books Resultby Clive Marsh, Brian Beck, Angela Shier-Jones ... - 2004 - Religion - 248 pages "Given this position statement we can expect Methodism's official understanding of 'revelation' to be located in orthodox Protestantism." In Christ Jim |
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