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2201 | what would be my role in church | 1 Corinthians | azurelaw | 174963 | ||
Dear tyree, May I suggest you read Romans 12:3-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-31. According to the scripture, especially in 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, I don't think anybody possess all the spiritual gifts with equal balance. There must be an outstanding one. So, in that case, it wouldn't be difficult to identify your role in church. Please correct me if I am wrong. In Christ azure |
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2202 | the 5th commandment | Ex 20:12 | azurelaw | 174805 | ||
Thank you Tim, Basically, I have the same thought of yours. However, why did Paul repeat the commandment in Ephesian 6:1-4 if it only directed to the Israelites in OT time? Was he also stressing a bit on God's promise? Was the promise meant to be the kingdom of God when applied to us (gentiles) nowadays? What was the original meaning of 'honour' in Greek, Latin? Because I am reading a Chinese bible (I am a Hong Kong citizen) together with an English (NIV) version. The meaning of 'honour' translated in Chinese, to my understanding, bears the meaning of 'obedience' and 'respect'. I don't get the meaning of 'honour'. Thanks again. Azure |
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2203 | the 5th commandment | Not Specified | azurelaw | 174758 | ||
Can anybody explain the meaning of the promise given in the 5th commandment - honour your parents? This promise was made straight direct to Israelite concerning Canaan (I guess?). How should we view this promise nowadays? Does "live long" mean physical longetivity? (I don't think so) If so, I think it wouldn't be a blessing in today's world with so many social problems. Thanks for helping me to understand this. |
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2204 | the 5th commandment | Ex 20:12 | azurelaw | 174786 | ||
Can anybody explain the meaning of the promise given in the 5th commandment - honour your parents? This promise was made straight direct to Israelite concerning Canaan (I guess?). How should we view this promise nowadays? Does "live long" mean physical longetivity? (I don't think so) If so, I think it wouldn't be a blessing in today's world with so many social problems. Thanks for helping me to understand this. |
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2205 | Sam 2 Ch 15 v. 16 David n his concubines | 1 Samuel | azurelaw | 174531 | ||
Dear Doc, Thanks again for your response and help. I am glad that I have come to this forum where I learnt a lot from all of you brothers and sisters. Regards. In Christ. Azure |
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2206 | Sam 2 Ch 15 v. 16 David n his concubines | 1 Samuel | azurelaw | 174525 | ||
Dear Doc, Thanks for the answer. But there are still some to be cleared for my doubts. 1/ Could we say that David was compassionate to the women whom he had left behind and caused their sexual impurity in the hands of Absalom? 2/ Couldn't he just divorce them so that they could marry again instead of forcing to be a widow to the rest of their lives? 3/ Was it really necessary for David to leave them at the palace when he was fleeing? I don't mean to be picky against David (and I dare not to coz he is so perfect in the eyes of God. Who am I to judge him or any one? I always admire his faith and love towards God and his kindness and love towards his people and friends. That is why I have the above questions or doubts) Azure |
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2207 | Sam 2 Ch 15 v. 16 David n his concubines | Not Specified | azurelaw | 174513 | ||
I don't think David a good husband (probably bad and irresponsible). It is because I see no reason for David to leave his cocumbines behind in the palace when he fled from Absalom. How could the women take care of the palace when Absalom was going to take over the place? He (David) was risking his cocubines to the hands Absalom and putting the women in such an insulting situation. Evenmore, he (David) finally abandoned the women till they died (II Samuel 20:3). He had no excuse from this evil (Sorry that I have to say this). I really do not know what is God telling us about David in this case? Could it be David's selfishness or David's following the commandment of no adultery (since those women had slept with Absalom so David could not take them back again)? Were the women innocent? |
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2208 | Sam 2 Ch 15 v. 16 David n his concubines | 1 Samuel | azurelaw | 174520 | ||
I don't think David a good husband (probably bad and irresponsible). It is because I see no reason for David to leave his cocumbines behind in the palace when he fled from Absalom. How could the women take care of the palace when Absalom was going to take over the place? He (David) was risking his cocubines to the hands Absalom and putting the women in such an insulting situation. Evenmore, he (David) finally abandoned the women till they died (II Samuel 20:3). He had no excuse from this evil (Sorry that I have to say this). I really do not know what is God telling us about David in this case? Could it be David's selfishness or David's following the commandment of no adultery (since those women had slept with Absalom so David could not take them back again)? Were the women innocent? |
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2209 | Acts Ch 15, verse 36 to 41 | 2 Tim 4:11 | azurelaw | 174488 | ||
Dear Steve, Thanks a lot. In Christ Azure |
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2210 | Acts Ch 15, verse 36 to 41 | 2 Tim 4:11 | azurelaw | 174461 | ||
Hi, Steve: Thanks for your help. Can you show me where the scripture is concerning Paul's reconciliation with John Mark at later stage? Thanks. Azure |
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2211 | Acts Ch 15, verse 36 to 41 | Not Specified | azurelaw | 174437 | ||
There appeared a disageement between Paul and Barnabas concerning bringing Mark (or John) with them. It seems to me that Paul is a very tough person whereas Barnabas could be more gentle and would like to give chance to Mark (who might not be strong enough spiritually or physically?) in hoping that he could be part of their work and grow stronger. However, the result is a disagreement between the two. So when apply to today's church, what should we do as leaders in church? Shall we act like Paul to be tough and firm in the work of God or shall we be more understanding and caring to help the growth of who are weak? Did the bible mention somewhere that John (Mark) has improved and gained back Paul's trust? |
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2212 | Acts Ch 15, verse 36 to 41 | 2 Tim 4:11 | azurelaw | 174446 | ||
There appeared a disageement between Paul and Barnabas concerning bringing Mark (or John) with them. It seems to me that Paul is a very tough person whereas Barnabas could be more gentle and would like to give chance to Mark (who might not be strong enough spiritually or physically?) in hoping that he could be part of their work and grow stronger. However, the result is a disagreement between the two. So when apply to today's church, what should we do as leaders in church? Shall we act like Paul to be tough and firm in the work of God or shall we be more understanding and caring to help the growth of who are weak? Did the bible mention somewhere that John (Mark) has improved and gained back Paul's trust? |
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2213 | Matthew 13, v 31-32, Mustard Seed | Not Specified | azurelaw | 174239 | ||
Can anyone explain in details what the parable of mustard seed mean in Matthew Ch 13 verse 31 to 32? I have read a book stating that the kingdom of heaven could be viewed as the church today and as it grows adnormally big (it is no longer a mustard plant)and becomes a tree, birds in the air (i.e. Satan's agent) come and nest in it. I don't know if this is according to the bible. I have searched the topic on this forum but most of the discussions concern the latter part of Matt which talked about faith to move mountain in relation with mustard seed. Only one or two brief discussions bear the similar content relate to my question. | ||||||
2214 | Matthew 13, v 31-32, Mustard Seed | Rom 14:17 | azurelaw | 174242 | ||
Can anyone explain in details what the parable of mustard seed mean in Matthew Ch 13 verse 31 to 32? I have read a book stating that the kingdom of heaven could be viewed as the church today and as it grows adnormally big (it is no longer a mustard plant)and becomes a tree, birds in the air (i.e. Satan's agent) come and nest in it. I don't know if this is according to the bible. I have searched the topic on this forum but most of the discussions concern the latter part of Matt which talked about faith to move mountain in relation with mustard seed. Only one or two brief discussions bear the similar content relate to my question. | ||||||
2215 | Genesis - material for creating man | Gen 2:7 | azurelaw | 174032 | ||
Dear Hank, I thank you so much for your great help in providing me such a resourceful and remarkable information. I did not expect such a simple question in my mind (which just pop up suddenly when I read the bible) could be an immense and deep one as you stated. I will try to find out more with the information you gave and hope that Dr. Morris's study and writings would not be too difficult for me to understand. God bless you always. |
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2216 | Genesis - material for creating man | Not Specified | azurelaw | 174026 | ||
Genesis Why did God make man with "dust" and not any other substances? Does "dust" symbolize anything in the creation of man? |
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2217 | Genesis - material for creating man | Gen 2:7 | azurelaw | 174029 | ||
Genesis Why did God make man with "dust" and not any other substances? Does "dust" symbolize anything in the creation of man? |
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2218 | David's conspiracy on Uriah | Not Specified | azurelaw | 174025 | ||
2 Samuel verses 14 to 27 Can someone help to answer my following 2 questions? 1/ Joab received order from David to set Uriah up in the fiercest place to get him killed. Joab did follow David's instruction. Then why did Joab think the king would be angry with him? Why did he not just simply report to David that Uriah was killed in the battle? 2/ In David's reply to Joab's messenger, David told Joab not to be upset. What for was Joab upset about? Thanks in advance for all your help. |
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2219 | David's conspiracy on Uriah | 2 Sam 11:15 | azurelaw | 174034 | ||
2 Samuel verses 14 to 27 Can someone help to answer my following 2 questions? 1/ Joab received order from David to set Uriah up in the fiercest place to get him killed. Joab did follow David's instruction. Then why did Joab think the king would be angry with him? Why did he not just simply report to David that Uriah was killed in the battle? 2/ In David's reply to Joab's messenger, David told Joab not to be upset. What for was Joab upset about? Thanks in advance for all your help. |
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2220 | can someone explain the holy ghost? | Bible general Archive 3 | azurelaw | 173892 | ||
Dear Davids Daughter, I have seen Hank provide you information which I think you could relief your doubts with his help. However, I would like to share some of my opinions with you concerning the Holy Spirit. Just as what Hank has pointed out that the Holy Spirit is the 3rd Person in the Holy Trinity who bears His own wills and thoughts and of course decisions on how or when to interact with us. Meanwhile, I understand that some believers have focused on the gift of speaking in tongues and deemed it as the only proof of getting the Holy Spirit. However, as mentioned in the bible, there are in fact lots of gifts from the Holy Spirit not only restricting to speaking in tongues. But Paul said only 'Love' can fulfill the function of various gifts. I think the obvious gift of speaking in tongues appeared in Acts when the apostles first baptized by the Holy Spirit thus served a very special and needy fuction in that time as the apostles were going to face great tribulation and were forced to go to different places where they could preach the gospels with the gift of tongues. Therefore, I would view that whenever we receive the gift of the Holy Spirit, there must be some functions or works to be performed by us (i.e. God uses us to fulfill His will). in Christ Azure |
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