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1 | "What did Jesus look like?" | Ex 20:4 | retxar | 56943 | ||
Isa 53:2 describes Jesus's physical appearance as having no "form or comeliness". This means Jesus was not a man of extraordinary handsomeness. This does not mean that Jesus was ugly, but it does mean that He did not gain any advantage or favor with people because of His looks. From what you have indicated from your post, can I offer some advice of who we are obligated to answer and who we are not? We are never obligated to answer those who’s only intent to show us up or shut us down. Jesus didn’t! (Mat 21:23) We are only obligated to answer true seekers, as Jesus answered Thomas in Joh 20:25-28. Following Jesus’s example, never fall for the enemy’s trap of making you feel pressured to answer every question that people bring up. Abide in the WORD! retxar ABIDE in the WORD, THEN you will know the TRUTH, and THEN you will be FREE! (John 8:31-32) |
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2 | "What did Jesus look like?" | Ex 20:4 | Vannessa | 56948 | ||
retxar, I appreciate your advice. I do not regard these teens or adults as "the enemy" but as young people trying to find answers anonymously. I don't know if you've ever spent much time at the MTV boards but many times they fall just short of Sodom and Gomorrah, LOL. I do not feel pressured to give answers but I do feel a sorrow or sickness inside that so many folks may be falling for the traps you speak of and may not realize there are some other more valid and true answers to their many questions. Most of the MTV boards are dominated by Atheists, Darwinists, Satanist and Evolutionist who take pleasure in recruiting young minds or anyone they can possibly influence as a popular way of thinking. I do feel a bit of an obligation to at least present some viable alternative answers other than, "The Bible is a fairytale, God does not exist and the vivid details of Jesus' homosexual tendencies." It could very easily be deemed one of the greatest challenges a Christian can accept. At any rate, I just think there is a need for Christian representation on that particular board that does not judge, does not condemn, but just gives valid and direct information. At least they will have a few options other than constant atheistic representation and recruitment. I believe Jesus went where healing was needed, yes? So perhaps I can follow that example of Jesus as well. Thank you for taking the time and for the great advice, I will definitely remember your words. Cuidate, V |
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3 | "What did Jesus look like?" | Ex 20:4 | retxar | 56961 | ||
Please believe me that the only "enemy" I was referring to was the one that comes to kill, steal, and destroy (John 10:10). However, those who are hostile to the Gospel are allowing satan to use them to be enemies of the cross, nonetheless (Phi 3:18). We are not obligated to give satan a stage to stand on, and an audience to listen to him, in order for him to spue out his lies. I had a little book one time called “Christianity, The Faith That Makes Sense". I gave it away to help someone who had some legitimate unanswered questions about Christianity. I don't remember where I got it or where another one may be available, but you might do an internet search and come up with something. It offered some real answer to some of the legitimate questions for those who were seeking to know more about Christianity. It might help you in your mission, but be sure that the answer you offer are given to true seekers. A good test would be to first ask, “If I can give offer you a reasonable answers to your questions, would you consider becoming a Christian?” If their answer is no, or their response is scorn or ridicule, move on to someone who’s heart is open to the Gospel. Otherwise, you might be violating Jesus’s words in Mat 7:6" "Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces.” The ones referred to as “dogs and swine” here are those who have hardened their hearts to the point of rejecting the gospel with hostility and ridicule. Jesus never dealt with these people in a way as to try to answer their every question they brought up (made up!). Casting the “pearls” of the gospel to these might open up the Gospel up to scorn and ridicule. This does not mean to ever let up in sharing the Gospel, as you are doing, but realize that it is a glorious thing that God has committed to our trust (1Ti 1:11). Pray that the Holy Spirit will give you the gift of discernment to find hearts who are willing to accept. Continue being salt and light! Mat 5:13-16 retxar |
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4 | "What did Jesus look like?" | Ex 20:4 | Vannessa | 56972 | ||
Ok now you're scaring me, LOL. Are you suggesting I may be sinning or something for defending the word of God, for presenting alternatives to the atheists, for presenting the truth that exists in my heart? I usually do not back away from any flogging of the word of God. My gut feeling is that these youth/adults are seeking the truth or at least alternative theories regarding the Bible. There are those who only want to spit on even the idea of God and I generally do not respond to those. But if there is a legitimate question, no matter how bazaar it may seem, I will at least make an effort to respond. Currently I am reading, "The Case for Faith" by Lee Strobel". I want to continue with "The Case for Christ." Right now as I present quotes from this book, the questions are coming fast and furious wanting to know more or perhaps challenging the findings of this journalist. Never the less I think it's a worthy effort to at least try and present alternatives. Thank you again for the advice. Cuidate, V |
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5 | "What did Jesus look like?" | Ex 20:4 | retxar | 56981 | ||
The book you mentioned is a good one! I posted a link to the little book I mentioned. I would have included it with this post if I had noticed your response here. Anyway, please don’t think at all that I am suggesting you are sinning by defending the WORD of God. As a matter of fact, you sound like your right on track! I just don't know you, and I thought maybe you were like me! Sometimes I get more concerned with defending the WORD than declaring it. I think the scripture references I gave speak for themselves and I have to keep them in my mind and heart whenever I attempt to answer any opposition to the Gospel. Truth will always be on our side, so "winning" any subjective debate should be easy. I just need to stay focused sometimes that the intent of the Gospel is to set people free, not for me to “win” a debate. Your discernment between those who only want to “spit on even the idea of God” and those who are “seeking the truth” is exactly the balance between love and discernment I was talking about. Remember that those you are talking to are blinded by satan (2Co 4:3-4). Remember that no intellectual debate or any facts revealed to them will ever change anything unless they also allow Jesus to also change their hearts. Never forget that you are fighting a spiritual battle and because of that, you must put on the whole armor of God (Eph 6:10-18). Keep up the good work! We do not wrestle against flesh and blood! retxar |
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