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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: AWilliamson Ordered by Verse |
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21 | The Gospel of Christ | Romans | AWilliamson | 217568 | ||
Thanks brother John. I have never actually read the full story of Martin Luther so if anyone can advise a good short version I'll have to read it. I remember the first time I studied Romans and the stability (and as you say "peace of mind and spirit")it gives to realise that all of Gods dealings are righteous. He righteously judges, and He righteously justifies. Is it any wonder that Paul writes "O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! For who hath known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his counsellor? Or who hath first given to him, and it shall be recompensed unto him again? For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen." (Rom 11v33-36) David |
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22 | Is Desiderata in the Bible? | Romans | AWilliamson | 217943 | ||
"Textual criticism and translation are disciplines that do not depend on the spirituality of the person involved in the process. Indeed, we would rather that such endeavors were as free from a theological agenda as possible." Hi Doc, Could you expand a little or perhaps clarify? a] I personally myself would prefer that a person with a high view of the Scriptures, such as their plenary inspiration, were involved in textual criticism and translation. b] I don't claim expertise in the field of biblical textual criticism but I would believe people adhering to the revealed truth, with a desire to obey, are more likely candidates for the pure translation and transmission of the Holy Scriptures. Your comments are welcome, please enlarge Warmly, in the Lord, Andrew |
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23 | Is Desiderata in the Bible? | Romans | AWilliamson | 217987 | ||
Thanks Doc, That clarifies to me what you said somewhat. I'm absolutely in agreement with having everything out in the open when in comes to textual criticism and translation. Your note is very helpful. Without mixing terms, I think perhaps that the interpretation/exposition of the Word involves some "textual criticism" at times. What I mean is, as H.C.G. Moule put it: "It is an obviously right principle, though calling for most cautious application, that no amount of MS. evidence ought ever to force on us a reading which mars the context" I believe that many of the textual problems would solve themselves if we had a deeper appreciation of the general context, flow of thought and spiritual import of the specific scriptures under consideration. Food for thought anyway! In Christ, Andrew |
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24 | Is Desiderata in the Bible? | Romans | AWilliamson | 218053 | ||
thanks Doc, I appreciate the encouragement! Regards in Him, Andrew |
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25 | peace through forgiveness | Rom 5:1 | AWilliamson | 218478 | ||
Dear LovemyLord7, There are a number of verses which speak about forgiveness of sins, such as Paul, preaching about the Lord Jesus in Acts 13v38-39 "Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins: Act 13:39 And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses." Peace is also in a number of scripture verses, the message we bring is called the "Gospel (Good News) of peace" (Romans 10v15, Eph 6v15) Take time to trace out the "God of Peace" as well in scriptures. The best verse that brings many of these thoughts together is probably Romans 5v1 "Therefore being justified by faith we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ". Just note however Justification and forgiveness of sins not quite the same. Justification involves being declared righteous before God - it views GOD AS JUDGE, yet (because of the Cross) he can pass a "not guilty verdict" on anyone who believes in Christ. "Forgiveness of sins" - views GOD AS OFFENDED PARTY, our sins have been against him, but he forgives us our sins (again because of the death of Christ). How wonderful it is to be forgiven, justified, reconciled to God, sealed with the Spirit, secure in His hand etc etc, And all this is ours the moment we trust the Lord Jesus as Saviour. (take time also to distinguish between "the peace of God" which we can enjoy in our hearts (Philippians 4v7) and "peace with God" (Romans 5v1), which is the cessation of hostilities between us and God (this has nothing to do with our feelings, but with facts). I hope this helps, Andrew |
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26 | does cremation affect resurrection | 1 Cor 15:37 | AWilliamson | 217631 | ||
Dear Mike, When it came to the resurrection, the Sadducees in our Lord's day didn't believe in it. The Lord's response to this was two fold -that they didn't know the scriptures or the power of God" (Matt 22v29). In one of the earliest writings of the Old Testament, Job declares with a faith which reaches beyond his natural sight. (Job 19v26) "Even after my skin is destroyed, Yet from my flesh I shall see God;" That is tremedous. Whatever way the body is destroyed the Scripture says - it shall be raised. The old hierarchy of the Middle Ages dug up the bones of the venerable John Wycliffe, they hated him so much that they then burned his bones to ashes and scattered them in the nearby river. That won't stop Wycliffe being raised from the tomb and receiving his reward. Praise God! Many of us have stood by the grave of a Christian loved one, praise God the day is coming when Death will be swallowed up in victory - "O Death where is your victory? O Death were is your sting?...but thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ" (1 Corinthians 15v54-57) Hope this helps, Andrew |
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27 | money is a problem or a solution? | 1 Tim 6:10 | AWilliamson | 218265 | ||
Hi Makus, Ecclesiasties, in a critique of "wisdom under the sun". That is natural wisdom. Hence the verdict that "all is vanity (emptiness) and vexation of spirit". It is the world assessed apart from the higher revelations further developed in the other parts of scripture. What Paul is saying to Timothy however is not that money is evil but that THE LOVE of money is the root of all evil. That's a big difference. He has contrasted this love of money with the great virtue of "godliness with contentment, which, in God's eye, is great gain" (1 Tim 6v6) He will speak of those who "WILL be rich" (the aspiration and ambition of their lives) they pierce themselves through with many sorrows. (1 Tim 6v9) He later speaks about those who ARE rich, (v17) they are not to be haughty or to set hope on uncertain riches but in the living God. Attitude is important in Christian live! Hope this helps a bit. Andrew |
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28 | Help me find this scripture | 2 Tim 2:15 | AWilliamson | 218240 | ||
Hi jbaker53, The passage you are thinking of was when the Lord Jesus spoke to His Father and gave us a discription of Eternal life. "This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent." The word for know (ginosko) here is used often of experimental knowledge, in other words you could rephrase this "This is life eternal - the getting to know You the Only True God and Jesus Christ Whom You sent" Eternal life is not just non-ending. It is the life of God in the soul of man. How wonderful! I - small, insignificant, unimportant - can really get to know the Transcendant God and His Son personally! Hope this helps! Andrew |
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29 | Revelations Study | Revelation | AWilliamson | 218237 | ||
Hi MMcHale, I'll give you what i believe (mind you it's a big subject!) The Rapture (John 14v1-3, 1 Thess 4, 1 Cor 15) - is involved in the hope of the Church ever since the days of Paul. (1 Thess 1 - to wait for His Son from heaven, the deliverer from coming wrath) Our hope in this present age is a heavenly hope in contrast with Israel earthly hope. The rapture is not really dealt with specifically by John. It is probably eluded to in John's transport to heaven. The "churches" of chapter 1-3 are no longer mentioned on earth during the 4-19 (there are other witnesses to God) The Tribulation - (1 Thess 5, the opening of the seals Rev 6 etc) covers the whole of the last week of Daniels 70 week prophecy - this week (of years - thus 7 years) begins with the signing of the covenant with death, a "peace deal" involving protection for Israel from her enemies. The first half of the 7 years involve the opening of the first 5 seals, first horse - peace with threat of war, secondly worldwide war, famine, death etc - more circumstancial. The mid-point of the Tribulation involves, I take it, the casting down of Satan (Rev 12), the revealing of the man of Sin and false prophet (Rev 13), the setting up of the blasphemous idol representing the man of sin in the Temple (rebuilt at Jerusalem), Intensified judgements (Rev 6-18) the last seal which includes 7 trumpets and 7 bowls), The Second Coming of Christ in Glory (after the judgement of Bablyon Rev 17, 18) "King of Kings and Lord of Lords (Rev 19) Armageddon (Rev 19) The Literal earthly Millenial Kingdom (Rev 19)is set up Satan bound during this period (Rev 20) The Final Satanic Led rebellion - judged by fire coming down from heaven. Rev 20v9 Great White Throne (Rev 20 Time merges with eternity (21-22) (my time has run out must go!) In Christ Andrew |
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