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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: Stultis the Fool Ordered by Verse |
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101 | Is my assessment of them wrong? | Matt 18:6 | Stultis the Fool | 126471 | ||
Sorry... I replied to wrong thread! | ||||||
102 | Do you not know...? | Matt 18:6 | Stultis the Fool | 126472 | ||
Where does the scripture (not a dictionary's definition of "fornication") state that sex outside of marriage is a sin? |
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103 | Sex only after called husband and wife. | Matt 18:6 | Stultis the Fool | 126477 | ||
Searcher... When you read such as "he went in unto her," are you confused about why he "went in unto her," or what went on when he "went in unto her," or in what order of actions the scriptures conclude that such marriages took place? | ||||||
104 | Is my assessment of them wrong? | Matt 18:6 | Stultis the Fool | 126495 | ||
There is no definitive Biblical defination other than: Genesis 2:23 and 2:24 and 2:25. I know there is no better for two reasons: 1. This is the definition that both Christ and Paul use. 2. I am unable to find another. If this is the case, we must adhere to this definition. Paul and Christ both choose to do this very thing. My point is to the nature of the relevance of the act of intercourse. Paul expressly describes the act of intercourse between (I will be gender specific for ease of reading)a Man and a Prostitute as resulting in a marriage covenant, and that by the above definition. Now, if this is the case between a Man and a Prostitute, how much more so as that between two people who LOVE one another and desire to be married? This being the case, consider the examples given in other posts. That of Genesis 38:9, Deuteronomy 21:13, and 25:5 for example. These are examples of this very concept in application. We have no scriptural precedent for the NECESSITY of a "marriage ceremony." Now, if someone is incorrect about PRE-MARITAL SEX, lets figure out why or why not! Just because the answere to this question APPEARS obvious most certainly does not MAKE it obvious. This definition of marriage above does not make "promiscuity" or "debauchery" permissable, but neither are these words ("promiscuity" or "debauchery") define of sex between a man and a woman loving and desiring to be married. For that matter, the Greek word used, as described in other posts, is also not a definiton of two loving adults that desire to be married. Instead, the definition focuses on the act of sex in a promiscuous fashion (wether for money or just for the sake of the act). All this considered, how innacurate is it to say that a man and a woman, "engaged to be married," living together and having sex, are, in fact, "married." At least according to Biblical definition. Furthermore, I would like you to provide me with an email address, so that I can discuss the matter of the restriction of this thread with you in a more appropriate environment. thank you. |
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105 | Definitions, please? | Matt 18:6 | Stultis the Fool | 126592 | ||
Can you define "Darwinian materialism" please (site some sources, please)? Also, can you please explain what Paul means in his statements regarding sex with a harlot in 1 Corinthians 6:15 and 16? | ||||||
106 | Philippians 2:12 - Fear and trembling | Matt 22:14 | Stultis the Fool | 127407 | ||
Your logic is correct in some cases but incorrect in others: "If this it true then the reasoning and doctrine that the Churches have held is wrong and we have been lied too. Salvation isn't based on church attendance or anything else anyone can do to get right with our Father. Nothing we can do can save us or others." There IS nothing we can do to save ourselves. Not church attendance or anything else. It is not by works of righteousness but by grace we are saved through faith. God has done all the work. That is Grace, the free gift of God. However, we can work to save others, by bringing them the Gospel, the power unto salvation. We have the "great commission:" Go into all the world and make desciples of ALL men, and know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his [the sinner's soul] soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins. It is also clear that as many as receive the Gospel are "called" to be "chosen," as indicated in 2 Thesalonians 2:13-15 "But we should always give thanks to God for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God has chosen you from the beginning for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and faith in the truth. It was for this He called you through our gospel, that you may gain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. So then, brethren, stand firm and hold to the traditions which you were taught, whether by word of mouth or by letter from us." We can derive from the command of Christ to go forth into all the world and preach the Gospel, as well as from God's desire to save us [2 Peter 3:9] "The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance," that all are "called." We also know that "many are called, but few are chosen," just as Christ has taught us. In this case, as many as receive the Gospel are invited to salvation, though not all recognize the hour of their visitation and react towards being "chosen," just as the parable describes in Matthew 22:8-14. "So sitting in a church isn't going to get anyone saved. In fact, sitting in any church now may do just the reverse." This statement is true for a great many reasons, though it is true with or without the scriptures and views you have presented. "I believe anyone who truly seeks God will come to this conclusion and shake with fear." This is false. We know that God is love, and we know that those who seek him, he will abide in. We also know that God loves us, and that we are to love God. Finally, we can conclude with 1 John 4:18 "there is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love." If we love, God abides in us. There is nothing that can seperate us from God [Romans 8:31-39]. Thus, we can dismiss this notion on the basis that it brings fear. Finally, you say "I know I am praying so much more now then ever." I do not mean this to offend, so please do not take it so. If you have come to the conclusions you describe, why are you praying? By your own determination, it should be fruitless, and thus needless. I hope this helps. |
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107 | First Century Second Coming? | John 5:19 | Stultis the Fool | 128186 | ||
Morant61... I would like to point out that there is nothing more "subjective" than trying to interperate the future! I will add that the point Xerxes makes is that based on various evidence, it must be accepted that a preterist view is possible. Wether we choose to accept it, deny it, or remain undecided is really irrelavant to the point at hand. I am not advocating the belief, but I too must concede that it is a possibility. If a debate of such things as "millenialism" and "end-times prophecy" is to persist to its conclusion, I advocate reading as much information as is humanly possible regarding all aspects of the subject, both those to which we agree and disagree. |
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108 | Would you consider Hebrews 12:14? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127556 | ||
Hello... I wonder, would you consider Hebrews 12:14 "Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the lord" to be an estimate of living a "godly" life? | ||||||
109 | Are we gods? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127568 | ||
I agree with srbaegon. | ||||||
110 | How would you define holiness? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127574 | ||
Considering what you have stated in respect to Hebrews 12:14, how would you define "holiness?" | ||||||
111 | Perhaps I am wrong? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127576 | ||
I don't see this view discussed in the scriptures. Perhaps I am wrong. How do you arrive at these conclusions? Is this your own interpretation? | ||||||
112 | From what scripture is this thought? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127660 | ||
The children of our holy mother the Church rightly hope for the grace of final perseverance and the recompense of God their Father for the good works accomplished with his grace in communion with Jesus. From what scripture is this thought derrived? |
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113 | Are you asking me this question? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127662 | ||
"Who do you regard as the Father of our spirits?" Are you asking me this question, or are you using the interrogative statement to lead into your discussion of verse 9? |
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114 | Hope this helps? | John 10:34 | Stultis the Fool | 127777 | ||
I am still perplexed by your question. I regard God, from whom all spirits come [Ecclesiastes 12:7]. Hope this helps. | ||||||
115 | Your thoughts? | John 13:34 | Stultis the Fool | 128072 | ||
Morant61... You quoted some excellent and VERY pertinent scripture. If we apply the idea behind each of the many passages you chose, to verses like Romans 13:8-10, "Owe nothing to anyone except to love one another; for he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law. For this, "YOU SHALL NOT COMMIT ADULTERY, YOU SHALL NOT MURDER, YOU SHALL NOT STEAL, YOU SHALL NOT COVET," and if there is any other commandment, it is summed up in this saying, "YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF." Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law." we find quite readily that there is no reason BUT that given in John 13:34 for us to assemble together. This thought is mirrored in Hebres 10:24 "and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds," which is directly contextual to fellowship. Your thoughts? |
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116 | Who do you love that you are unwill...? | John 13:34 | Stultis the Fool | 128175 | ||
Good verses, EdB... more of the same! The reason we ought to "equip" one another is because we ought to love one another. Who do you love that you are unwilling to "equip," and who do you "equip" that you are unwilling to love? Once again, we see Romans 13:8-10 in action! "Owe nothing to anyone except to love one another; for he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law. For this, "YOU SHALL NOT COMMIT ADULTERY, YOU SHALL NOT MURDER, YOU SHALL NOT STEAL, YOU SHALL NOT COVET," and if there is any other commandment, it is summed up in this saying, "YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF." Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law." |
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117 | I agree. How can we love one another...? | John 13:34 | Stultis the Fool | 128177 | ||
You wrote: "I would say that it is one of the primary reasons for gathering together, but not the only one." Considering Romans 13:8-10, what other reason might there be? Can you explain "Scripture also tells us that God has established certain 'offices' in the church. One cannot be under the ministry of these ministers unless one gathers together," within the bounds of Romans 13:8-10? Also consider 1 Corinthians 16:14 "Let all that you do be done in love." I do not disagree with the notion, but I believe it must be summed up as Paul presented the notion in Romans! You wrote: "My main point with these verses was simply that Scripture never pictures what some have called 'lone ranger Christians'. Christians are always spoken of as gathering together and doing certain things for 'one another'." I agree. How can we love one another if we insist on being a "lone ranger?" |
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118 | Your thoughts? | John 13:34 | Stultis the Fool | 128178 | ||
Sounds like those people do not understand what it means to love one another! | ||||||
119 | Your thoughts? | John 13:34 | Stultis the Fool | 128188 | ||
I understand your thought. Now I ask why these offices are appointed? It seems to me that they were appointed for the building up of the body through love. This thought is mirrored twice in the verses you quote! Additionally, I do not see that these are offices appointed to a specific church, though we do use the nomenclature regarding some in our local churches, and I offer as evidence to this end that these "offices" are to "build up the body," which we both know is the one true church to which all Christians belong! My question remains: Is there a correlation between these appointments and the passage in Romans? Based on the scripture referenced, I must agree. Your thoughts? |
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120 | You are saying that our command to...? | John 13:34 | Stultis the Fool | 128203 | ||
EdB... thank you for the reply! You wrote: "This is same junk John Lennon learned and picked up from his guru." The only verse in question is Romans 13:8-10. You are saying that our command to love is "junk." Perhaps what you mean to reply with is 1 John 3:18 "Little children, let us not love with word or with tongue, but in deed and truth." According to your train of thought ("love is an emotion, an attitude a motivator"), what wicked deed will a man who loves his neighbor just as Christ loves each of us be motivated to perpetrate? You wrote: "God does demand love but He also demands faith, obedience, service, action." I ask you to please provide scripture supporting this thought. Additionally, I challenge you to demonstrate an act of faith/obedience/service/action that a CHRISTIAN would perform that IS NOT motivated by love. Finally, if you feel as you do, disprove this statement from the above verses [Romans 13:8-10]: "Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfillment of the law," and demonstrate the evil a loving person will perpetrate upon another whom he loves. I can find no such verse qualifying faith/obedience/service/action in the same capacity. |
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