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1 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | kalos | 158072 | ||
Does this verse provide proof that enough oil to eliminate the country's dependence on foreign oil is present in this region? Is crude oil what is spoken of here? We'll just have to wait and see, won't we? Remember: They all laughed at Christopher Columbus when he said the world was round. |
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2 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158077 | ||
True, but at least the Scriptures backed Columbus: "He sits enthroned above the circle of the earth, and its people are like grasshoppers. He stretches out the heavens like a canopy, and spreads them out like a tent to live in." (Isa 40:22) |
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3 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | CDBJ | 158079 | ||
Greetings wilmap, You suggested the following, "True, but at least the Scriptures backed Columbus" Hind sight is always 20/20 and it’s easy to make a statement after the fact. Maybe the people of that day were thinking of other verses? Isaiah 11:12 And he shall set up an ensign for the nations, and shall assemble the outcasts of Israel, and gather together the dispersed of Judah from the four corners of the earth. Rev. 7:1 And after these things I saw four angels standing on the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, nor on the sea, nor on any tree. If you like to try and place current events into biblical settings here is one you can work with. Do you think that Matt. 24:4-39 is speaking to the Jewish nation per say, or to all believers that are alive at that time, i.e. the church or the body of Christ; who are these verses for? Have a nice day, CDBJ |
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4 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158090 | ||
We do have benefit of hindsight in this case - Asher's portion of the promised land was ideal for agriculture. I don't think its your intention to provide fodder for the countless Bible critics out there, but if you're saying that the Bible teaches that the earth is flat or square or both, we both know that can't be what the One that created it and inspired the Bible knows it not and cannot lie. So I guess I'm not sure of your point. As for Matt 24:4-39, I hope we all know that it is meant for the ones that want to know the truth - Christ's disciples. They were the ones that asked (verse 3), and we are the ones living in the last days that Jesus warns to "keep on the watch." (verse 42) Again, I'm only suggesting that people should know the difference between olive oil and crude before they rush out to waste their time spending millions on a false hope, or attempting to teach others the "deep things of God." (1 Cor 2:10) Wilma |
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5 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | CDBJ | 158095 | ||
Hello Wilma, Here I thought it was you that said, with reference to Columbus, “True, but at least the Scriptures backed Columbus”. I’m not saying that the Earth isn’t round; all I am saying is that there are verses of Scripture that speak of corners, is that true or false? If you say true and “we” know the Earth is round then all of Scripture didn’t back Columbus, per se. As for the oil thing, who knows, I have had some salads that taste like they had Mobil #1 10W 30W on them. Since you believe that Matt. 24 is speaking to believers, what is your definition of the last days since you used Matt. 24:42 as a reference. Matthew 24:42 Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. Do you think believers will know the “approximate” time that the Lord will remove them and what will be going on just before His return, or do you think it will be a great surprise to those who are looking for Him? Have a great day, CDBJ |
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6 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158117 | ||
The expression "four corners of the earth" as derived from the Bible is still in use today. It means "all parts of the earth." Why does it have to mean something different when Isaiah says it versus you or I? Isaiah was at least as smart as me, and when I look at the moon or sun (when able), I see a round or spherical object. I don't think it's genius to deduce that the earth might share this feature. Even the "chicken-little" flat earth proponents of old had their opposers. But I digress. At any rate, your logic is faulty and I won't be persuaded by it. As regards the "last days," I will start by making an observation regarding Matt 24 (also Luke 21 and Mark 13). If you agree, I'll proceed to discuss further the truth of the last days as prophesied in Scripture. In the way of background: The disciples ask for "a sign" of his "coming" or literally and more accurately his "presence" and the end of the "age." This question follows Jesus' statement regarding the destruction of Jerusalem, so naturally, some of what he says must apply to this event. However, since it relates to Jesus coming, the sign must have further application for the end of Satan's world that has ruled since Adam's sin. After describing in detail features that make up the sign, Jesus at v.32-34 guarantees that when his disciples see these things occuring, they should be confident of what will soon follow - their salvation by him. However, in the following verses he says that exact day and hour are only known by the Father, and that despite how obvious this sign might appear to them, to the majority it would be as in Noah's day - no one seeing anything out of the ordinary or worthy of particular attention. Thus, he warns them not to lured into the world's same complacency, putting off what God has ordained. My observation is this: True disciples will recognize the sign while others will not, and will know that we are in the "season" even if the exact day and hour are unknowable. Look forward to hearing back. |
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7 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | CDBJ | 158147 | ||
Hello Wilma, It certainly sound like you have a well rounded knowledge of the Bible. Not to put a halt to the discussion we were having but I noticed that you have neglected to mention anything about yourself in the personal profile section of the forum; or weren’t you aware that there was such a section? Aside from that, what in your estimation has been the single most fantastic or exciting bit of information that you have read it the Bible, during the time that you’ve been reading it; in say forty words or less? CDBJ |
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8 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158171 | ||
I never gave much attention to the "personal profile." Jesus gave his disciples these instructions: "Whatever town or village you enter, search for some worthy person there and stay at his house until you leave. As you enter the home, give it your greeting. If the home is deserving, let your peace rest on it; if it is not, let your peace return to you. If anyone will not welcome you or listen to your words, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that home or town." (Mt 10:11-14) I try not to label people or judge them by their present beliefs or practices. I assume that if they knew better they would believe and act differently and that there are powerful reasons why people cling to wrong beliefs, but the right amount of changing circumstances and pursuasion can lead to the Father drawing anyone. The most fantastic information I've learned from my study of the Bible is that it truly is the word of God!(1 Th 2:13) Its internal harmony despite being written over a 1,600 year period by some 40 writers, its candor in describing the failures of its main characters, even the writers themselves and fulfilled prophecies among other features testify to this fact. That God reveals the truth to "little children" (like me in spiritual years) and hides them from the "wise and learned" (theologians, ministers, etc.) is a miracle of justice, love, wisdom and power. (Luke 10:21) That I can know the answers to the questions that have escaped the most educated persons on earth (What is the meaning of life? Why did God create the earth and humans? Why does he permit suffering? Why do we die? What happens to us at death, and is there truly any hope beyond death?) is humbling, and to not share such knowledge would be a sin that would justifiably deserve my exclusion from the most wonderful truth - the realization of God's original purpose for Adam and Eve when given life in Eden. Oops, I went over 40 a while ago. Hope to continue our discussion. |
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9 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | Morant61 | 158172 | ||
Greetings Wilmap! I could be getting the wrong impression from your post, but you appear to being saying that you know things from the Bible that theologians and ministers do not know. This would seem to contradict what Scripture says about learning and understanding. ;-) God promises spiritual guidance even to ministers and theologians. :-) Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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10 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158223 | ||
I have noticed that many see Christianity as having changed dramatically from its 1st century counterpart. Take for example Paul's observation of Christians: "For consider your calling, brethren, that there were not many wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, but God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. He chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him. It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: "Let him who boasts boast in the Lord." (1 Cor 1:26-31) Today, people don't bother to read the Bible - "Its too complicated and hard to understand" they say. "My preacher though, God has blessed him with wisdom and knowledge. I trust he's telling me the truth." But note what Luke writes about the Berean Christians to whom Paul evangelized: "Now the Bereans were of more noble character than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true." (Acts 17:11) People walk into a church after falling on hard times, and after hearing a half of a sermon walk up to get baptized and "born again." Do they have the slightest inkling what they are dedicating themselves to? Read Luke 14:26-30. There's a new "prosperity gospel" being preached in South America and other developing areas, but I think its been preached in the land of "the Almighty Dollar" for years. (This thought just flashed in some reader's mind, not necessarily your's: Now he's saying you have to be poor to be a true Christian. If that's what they want to believe, nothing I can say will change their minds.) You seem like a nice guy, Tim. I hope some of what I've said makes sense. Wilma |
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11 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | Morant61 | 158225 | ||
Greetings Wilma! Thanks for the response! It is certainly true that some believers do not study the Bible as they should do. :-( However, your former post seemed to be saying that you have knowledge about the Bible that theologians and ministers do not have. What is it that is 'wrong' with theologians or ministers? Scripture commands us to 'study' and to 'search' the Scriptures. Theologians or ministers are just like anyone else. There are some good ones and there are some bad ones. The good ones study God's Word and apply it faithfully. But, they must study it. Not everyone can devote a lifetime to studying the Bible, but we ought to be thankful for those who have done so. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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12 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158359 | ||
Tim: Theology is "the study of the nature of God and religious truth; an organized, often formalized body of opinions concerning God and man's relationship to God." Theologians have made the study of God's word akin to philosophy. Jesus said his disciples would know the truth and it would set them free. It seems most if not all theologians make a living off the sale of their endless line of books and tapes. Jesus said "You received free, give free." This is the kind of self-righteous, self-promoting garbage that gives Christianity a bad name. As for ministers, I am one. So, naturally, I don't object to all of such. But those that belong to a "clergy" class, and dress up in costume (even the cute collars) are reminiscent of the religious leaders in Jesus days, you know, that want the front row at all the big affairs. I do admire people that devote their life to studying, and more importantly, to applying God's word. I have benefitted everlastingly from some that have, without charge. Of course, I gladly support such a ministry financially and other otherwise. Hope that clarifies my view. Wilma |
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