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3221 | THE UNHOLY AND THE HOLY? | Heb 4:16 | BradK | 225772 | ||
Hello jje, If I'm understanding your query- Heb. 4:16 answers it, "Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." The reason for this is stated in the 2 previous verses: Heb 4:14 "Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession." Heb 4:15 "For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin." (NASB) This in turn could also be based upon the positional truths contained in Eph. 1:3-8 "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blameless before Him. In love He predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of His will, to the praise of the glory of His grace, which He freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace which He lavished on us." (NASB) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3222 | When are names put in the Book of Life | Heb 6:4 | BradK | 193312 | ||
Hello cana, You stated "Paul wrote about Mt 6:33 in Ro 1:16-21." How so? Could you elaborate? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3223 | Heb6:4-6 Loosing salvation or what? | Heb 6:4 | BradK | 207663 | ||
Dear son: Not to nit-pick, but you've not only misquoted scripture in your reply, but missed the entire point of the discussion! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3224 | Who is melchezidek? | Heb 7:1 | BradK | 164893 | ||
Hi srinaldi, Your best bet would be to type in "melchezidek" in the search function. This is a very frequently-asked question, so there is plenty of dialog that should prove helpful. BradK |
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3225 | people who have never heard the Gospel ? | Heb 7:25 | BradK | 150244 | ||
Hi Danny, I'd have to take issue with you on your statement that "It really wouldnt be fair to condemn someone just because they never had the chance to believe." How so? What about Romans 1:20? God is emminently fair in His judgements. He is both fair in His grace and mercy as well as His wrath! John 3:36 tells us "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him." I think you're reading too much into 1 Peter 3:18-22. It is most certainly not teaching universal salvation! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3226 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | BradK | 220027 | ||
Hello dodoy, So then, you appear to be postulating a "works based salvation" that's not really eternal in that one can never truly know he's saved? At what point does one merit eternal life, and conversely, a what point does one's actions cause them to be blotted out of the Book of Life? Understanding a bit of your background (SDA), I can see why you hold to the position you do. However, in this there is absolutely no assurance, and is ultimately based on the sum total of our good works! A works-based race to the end...essentially. Rom 11:6 "But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works, otherwise grace is no longer grace." (NASB) Have a Happy Hew Year BradK |
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3227 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | BradK | 220048 | ||
Hello dodoy, Here's a few brief observations: 1. I understand Phil. 2:12-13. These verses constitute one complete sentence in the Greek. The emphasis in the last half of this sentence is entirely on what God does! God is the one working(energon) in you. It literally means, "working in", "producing in", "accomplishing in" you. The present participle means God is the One continuosly energizing in you! 2. Rev. 3:5 does not say, "Only those who positively respond will NOT be blotted out by Christ Himself from the Book of Life." It is dealing with yet future events- and addressed specifically to the Church in Sardis. Where does the rest of Scripture teach that a believer can have his name blotted out of the Book of Life? If one can effectively loose his salvation, i.e. have his name blotted out, then salvation is not wholly dependent upon God, but on what WE ultimately do! I think both an understanding of Faith and justification are being left out of this equation! 3. Rom. 11:22-23 is not dealing with or addressing loss of salvation! In these verses Paul is referring to the Jews, the natural branches, who have been broken off. Severity is upon those who have fallen, i.e., upon the jews who have been cut off, left in their unbelief, and who reject the Person of Jesus Christ! I would see the unregenerate (unbeliever) under the severity of God, and those who are genuine believers under the kindness of God. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3228 | Is Salvation lump sum? | Heb 7:25 | BradK | 220052 | ||
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3229 | a christian can fall from grace | Heb 7:25 | BradK | 222292 | ||
Hello Landers, Welcome to the Forum. While I don't agree, might I ask, what is YOUR definition of "fall from grace" and what scriptural support do you offer? Personal opinions don't count for much unless they can be shown to be in line with what the Word of God teaches:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3230 | Un learnid god will inform good from eve | Heb 8:7 | BradK | 182459 | ||
Hello monty, Based on the info you provided, I'm at a loss to give a specific answer. The spelling and grammar also make it difficult to decipher. From what you gave, it seems the passage contains (or is a NT) quotation of Jer. 31:31ff. Maybe Heb. 8:7-13 contains the answer? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3231 | Do you know a way to get into the Bible? | Heb 8:10 | BradK | 206067 | ||
Hello califoniasurfin... Prayerfully start by reading the Gospel of John, asking that the Lord would open your eyes and heart. (John 17:17) I would also recommend finding and attending a local bible-believing and teaching church.(Heb. 10:25) I would seem to me that if one had truly "been a christian since they were born", that they'd be innately drawn to read and study His Word! Christianity is not an individual sport- if you will! It demands interaction and participation with others! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3232 | no more animal sacrifice | Heb 8:13 | BradK | 218713 | ||
Dear Edd, ??? Unless, I'm missing something your post comes across heavy on sarcasm? Pardon me if I'm mistaken. I don't see it as particularly edifying. It would be more helpful/instructive to provide comment on why you disagree! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3233 | Why is BLOOD involved in SALVATION? | Heb 9:22 | BradK | 189669 | ||
Hi jenza, In short, refer to Heb.9:22, "And according to the Law, one may almost say, all things are cleansed with blood, and without shedding of blood there is no forgiveness" This is rooted back in Ex. 29 (cf vs. 12, 30:10) as was commanded by God. Blood also implies a sacrifice. I hope this helps, BradK |
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3234 | Dead Souls | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 118235 | ||
Four Square, Scripture is pretty clear that there are no second chances. Hebrews 9:27 says, "And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment," Physical death is experienced by all (Ps 89:48; Ec 5:15; 8:8; 9:5; Ro 5:12–14; 1 Co 15:22.) The only exceptions are 1: Christ- who conquered death, and 2: Enoch and Elijah- who were translated. Though there are some specific- albeit few- examples in scripture of the dead being raised to life by prayer requests (1 Ki 17:22, Jn 11:41–42, Ac 9:40). I do not see any Biblical admonition to pray for the dead. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3235 | Can you go to heaven without Christ. | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 148663 | ||
Hi whiplash, The teaching of scripture is that there is no salvation apart from Christ. Remember Jesus 'own words in John 14:6, "...I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 17:3 gives the biblical definition of eternal life: "This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent." Further, Heb. 9:27 tells us that, "And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment,". There are no "second chances". Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3236 | CAN SOMEONE GET POSSESSION? | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 153229 | ||
momma2, Your grammar makes the understanding of your question a little difficult:-)You might want to use a spell-check if possible. Here's the examples scripture gives of demon possession. It does not say that a "dead persons' spirit" possessed them, but a demon: 1. Man of Capernaum, healed by Christ in the synagogue on the Sabbath Mark 1:24; Luke 4:35 2. Maniac of Gadara, possessed by and healed of a legion of demons Matt. 8:28–32; Mark 5:2–13; Luke 8:33 3. A mute man healed by Christ, causing the multitudes to rejoice Matt. 9:32–33 4. A girl from Tyre and Sidon, healed at request of her heartbroken mother Matt. 15:28; Mark 7:29 5. A boy at the base of Mount Hermon, healed at the request of his heartbroken father Matt. 17:18; Mark 9:25; Luke 9:42 6. A blind and deaf man whom Christ was accused of healing by the power of Beelzebub Matt. 12:22; Luke 11:14 7. Woman with an 18-year infirmity, healed by Christ in a synagogue on the Sabbath Luke 13:10–13 8. Mary Magdalene, healed by Christ of seven demons Mark 16:9; Luke 8:2 9. Judas Iscariot, possessed by Satan himself Luke 22:3; John 6:70; 13:27 10. A slave girl with powers of divination, healed by Paul at Philippi Acts 16:16–18 11. Sceva’s sons, renegade Jews at Ephesus Acts 19:15 12. The Antichrist, world dictator during the Great Tribulation Rev. 16:13 13. False prophet, evil helper of the Antichrist Rev. 16:13 [Willmington's book of Bible lists] We need to distinguish between a believer and a non-believer. For the believer, Heb. 9:27. There are obviously instances- as given above- where people were indeed possessed. I believe that it can and does happen today- albeit rare. I hope this helps, BradK |
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3237 | WHAT HAPPENS TO A MAN WHEN HE DIES | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 164058 | ||
Hi Jim, Welcome to the Forum. I can tell you briefly 2 things. Heb. 9:27 tells us: "And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment," 2 Cor. 5:8 says: "we are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord." I hope this helps, BradK |
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3238 | what happens when you die? | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 170130 | ||
Hi scl, Could you be a bit more specific? 2 Verses come to mind: Heb 9:27- "And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment," 2 Cor 5:8- "we are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord." Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3239 | are we judged twice? | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 172355 | ||
Hi Monica, Let me deal with your question(s) this way: Let's look at a couple of scriptures that relate. 1. Paul in 2 Cor. 5:8 tells the believer that, "... and prefer rather to be absent from the body and (which is) to be at home with the Lord." 2 verses later, in 2 Cor. 5:10 we are told, "For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may be recompensed for his deeds in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad." According to this verse, the believer is NOT judged for their sin or salvation, (Heb. 9:28) but "the things done in the body". The Bible Knowledge Commentary offer this insight: "Motivating Paul in this perseverance was his goal to please his Lord (cf. Gal. 1:10; Col. 1:10), a desire in effect during his earthly sojourn (at home in the body), which would be undiminished in heaven (away from it) (cf. 2 Cor. 5:6). Contributing to this goal was Paul’s knowledge that he would one day be evaluated by his Master. He wanted to please Him and to hear from Him, “Well done, My good servant!” (Luke 19:17) In his previous letter Paul had mentioned this judgment (1 Cor. 3:12-15) with particular reference to Christian teachers (1 Cor. 4:1-5). Now he affirmed that all Christians will be evaluated at the judgment seat of Christ (cf. Rom. 14:12), which will follow the Rapture of the church. Believers will be recompensed for the things they have done in their earthly lives (while in the body). Their good deeds will evoke one response (cf. 1 Cor. 4:5; Eph. 6:8) and the bad (phaulon, “worthless”) will evoke another (1 Cor. 3:15; Col. 3:25). Salvation is not the issue here. One’s eternal destiny will not be determined at the judgment seat of Christ. Salvation is by faith (Eph. 2:8-9), but deeds issuing from that faith (1 Thes. 1:3) will be evaluated. This perspective on a day of judgment and the prospect of eternity had a salutary effect on Paul. It enabled him to persevere in the face of hardship (2 Cor. 4:7-12). And it motivated him to be faithful in discharging his ministry (5:11; cf. 1 Cor. 4:2-4)." [Walvoord, John F., Roy B. Zuck, and Dallas Theological Seminary. The Bible Knowledge Commentary] 2. Your 2nd question seems to be dealing with the Great White Throne Judgment spoken of in Rev. 20:11-15. I think if you'll read this passage, it will (hopefully) clarify things a bit:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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3240 | Does the bible speak about reincarnation | Heb 9:27 | BradK | 176285 | ||
Hello bevdevo, No, the Bible speaks exactly the opposite! Heb 9:27 "And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment" Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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