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101 | Which one are we not going to keep? | Bible general Archive 2 | following him | 125890 | ||
Country Girl; How much influence does the Law and OT have on us Christians. None of us can come to Christ without following the Law. (That will raise a few brows I bet) The law says that sin must be punished. In the law The punishment was death however; God instituted the sacrifices as a way to cover sins. So a lamb or goat or bull shed its blood for the covering of sins. Hebrews 9:22 "Indeed, under the law almost everything is purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins" It is still the same today The only way we are forgiven for our sins is by sacrificing of innocent blood; Jesus' blood. This is why He is called the Lamb of God. No one can come to the Father except they come through this sacrifice. You may consider this the fulfillment of the law. But it is still the Law, mirrors it exactly. You may not receive forgiveness of your sins without the shedding of blood. Only Christ did it once for all. I hope this makes sense. It shows that all who come to christ still have to offer innocent blood Jesus' blood. Now do we still have to abide by the things written in the law? Yes! Matt 5:20 "For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." The pharisees obeyed the letter of the law but it was not good enough. Matthew takes the next three chapters (The so-called sermon on the mount) to explain that The heart or intent of the law must be followed. Hard as you may try, you can not keep the intent of the law without keeping the letter of it. But you can keep the letter of the law without keeping the intent. This is what the pharisees were doing. Jesus said that in order for us to enter the kingdom of heaven we must go farther than just keeping the letter. Now does that mean we dont sin? No. In the law sacifices of innocent blood were offer every year for the covering of their sins that they continually committed. So do we 1 John 2:1,2 "My little children, I am writing this to you so that you may not sin; but if any one does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is the expiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. When we sin we still come back to the innocent blood. Jesus' blood. Christ does not die again but His blood is still the payment for our sins. This is why John specifically mentions that He is the expiation for our sins. This is reference to His blood. We do the same thing when we sin again just as those in the OT did we go to the blood. Blessings to you. |
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102 | searching for the truth | 1 Cor 11:3 | following him | 125856 | ||
Hello EdB; I've been following this thread for some time now with great interest. If we go to the book of Revelation I think we can see the answer there. In the 2nd and 3rd chapters the seven (complete church) church are been addressed by Jesus. They all have their own 1. name 2. praise from Christ 3. rebuke from Christ 4. exhortation from Christ 5. promise from Christ etc. They are all different but all part of the body but of the two things I would like to point out that thaey have in common is 1. They all were given a revelation of Christ. not the complete one found in chapter one just what pertained to their own situation. We are no different. None of us have a complete picture of Christ. The Holy Spirit has given each of us enough revelation, understanding etc. of Christ that we need for our situation. But 2. Each of the addresses to the churches contian the phrase "He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches" I have ears so this pertains to me. The churches is plural I need to hear what the Spirit says to other churches not just mine. Does this mean that I should adopt their views? I dont think so but in order to get a clearer picture of who Jesus is I need to see and accept (as long as it does not contradict the basic foundations of our faith as found in the scriptures) the revelation they have received by the Spirit of Christ. It will be different than what I received. If we are to believe that the Holy Spirit was given to guide us into all the truth we must believe that he is able to give Different but complementary revelations of Christ to us so that inorder for us to have a complete view of Christ we have to come together to compare notes you might say. |
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103 | Gen, 1:1-3 Gap theorythe fall?? | Gen 1:1 | following him | 125711 | ||
Hello Me; I agree with Hank. The ICR web site has a great deal of information that will shed light on this subject. Although I would like to share something here about the Gen 1:1. Consider the background of the book. although some may disagree but I do believe that Moses was the author. He was leading Israel out from a nation that worshipped idols into a land where the people worshipped idols so it is not surprising that the first sentance of this book is that God created the heavens and the Earth. Not Ra or Molech, or Baal or any of the other false gods. It was their God. Elohim. this first sentance is a statement of fact not a record of earth history. |
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104 | speaking in tongue | 1 Cor 12:13 | following him | 125352 | ||
Just another thought Country Girl; The abscence of other examples may also indicate that it may have been more of a common occurance and so would not merit more examples. Just a thought. |
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105 | speaking in tongue | 1 Cor 12:13 | following him | 125349 | ||
Hello Country Girl; The fact that there is even one example of the gift being given without the laying on of hands by the apostles indicates that it can happen that way. Just because there are very few other examples of it happening that way does not indicate it doesn't happen or that God has stopped doing it that way. The Bible is a very small book to contain the ways of a Very big God. Just because something is not repeated over and over and over again it does not void an issue. Blessing to you. |
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106 | Biblical - women preachers/teachers??? | 1 Tim 2:12 | following him | 123560 | ||
Hello Zsuzsi; I must say you do inspire me. It is very refreshing to see someone as young as yourself with such a deep hunger for Jesus. I must also say that I agree with you entirely on this issue. Just a couple scriptures to note. Col 4:15 Greet the brethren who are in Laodicea and also Nympha and the church that is in her house. This greeting is addressed to Nympha and the church in her house. Everybody except the pastor. I find it hard to believe the Paul would send greetings to a particular church and snub the pastor unless in this case the pastor was Nympha. Although this verse does not indicate she is. Most would say that she was only the host. But it doesn't say that either. All it shows is that everybody is mentioned except the pastor. Paul could have sent greetings to John Doe leader of the church that meets in Nympha's house. Rom 16:7 Greet Andronicus and Junias, my kinsmen and my fellow prisoners, who are outstanding among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. Junias was a woman, yet Paul here states that she was "outstading among the Apostles" Some may say that the word for apostle has means messanger, sent out. That is true but it means that everywhere the word apostle is used. It is the same word. Paul considered her to be an apostle. God bless |
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107 | So what do we do with Josh 5 Ch | Leviticus | following him | 123509 | ||
Perhaps he ment the first Passover. Of course that would be incorrect because the first passover has observed right before Israel left Egypt. Although this would be the first passover in the promised land. | ||||||
108 | Jacob's son | Gen 49:19 | following him | 123477 | ||
Gen 49:19 Gad, a troop shall overcome him: but he shall overcome at the last. (KJV) | ||||||
109 | knowledge | Phil 2:10 | following him | 123469 | ||
No, Everyone will come to the knowledge of the truth. Unfortunately for most it will be too late. Phil 2:10 so that at the name of Jesus EVERY KNEE WILL BOW, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, | ||||||
110 | Is the word of God referred to as oil? | Bible general Archive 2 | following him | 123467 | ||
I have not found any in the quick seach that I did. However that does not mean there is not one. But oil is generally a symbol of the Holy Spirit. I can follow up with lots of references to that if you want those. Is there some specific reason you are looking for this? If you could explain why you are looking for this it may be easier to help find something that would help you. God Bless |
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111 | what is the simple gospel? | Mark 16:15 | following him | 123416 | ||
The word gospel means "good news" what is the good news? That God has made "A" way for us to get back to Him. Unfortunately that is also why it is difficult for most to accept. He made "A" way; singular, one, no other, And that is through Jesus Christ. John 14:6 Jesus *said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. This bring up any one of several hinderences people have 1. It involves repentance - who likes to admit they are wrong? Especially after a lifetime of doing things wrong. 2. It is absolute. People nowdays do not believe in absolutes therefore they cant accept that Jesus is the only way. 3. People feel so guilty they cant accept that they dont have to do something to get right with God. Meaning they think that they have to earn it. They cant believe it is a free gift from God. The very simplicity of the gospel; Jesus died for your sins so that you wouldn't have to yourself. and God did it just because He loves you. Is very hard for most to accept. In their minds it just has to be more complicated. |
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112 | What is the answer to this question? | Luke 20:4 | following him | 123351 | ||
Sorry, got carried away with the double negatives in my sentances. I never did well in English class. Let me rephase that fist comment I do not believe that someone who does not speak in tongues is not filled with the Holy Spirit. I hope this clears up my comments | ||||||
113 | What is the answer to this question? | Luke 20:4 | following him | 123350 | ||
I must say as one of those "Tongue speakers" that I in no way believe that not speaking in tongues does not indicate that the person is not filled with the Holy Spirit. It is only one of many evidences that would indicate someone filled with the Spirit. It is one of many gifts anyone of which would be evidence. If that the person you spoke of and taught things contrary to the diety of Christ or the word of God Preached a different gospel than what we have recieved I would say yes that person is not filled with the Holy Spirit. I as one of the "Tongue Speakers" was filled with the Holy Spirit long before I was given that specific gift. I also do not believe that you can learn to speak in tongues by repeating someone else. This is a gift from the Lord not an acquired talent. | ||||||
114 | God and gods? | Matt 11:11 | following him | 123341 | ||
I had been intending to fill it out but haven't figured out what to include. I will do so now but will probably update it later. Thank you for your patience with me. I appriciate it. |
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115 | What is the answer to this question? | Luke 20:4 | following him | 123340 | ||
Hello Rowdy; Baptism began in the Tabernacle that Moses set up in the wilderness (at God's direction). The priests were required to wash with water from the laver prior to putting on their priestly garments and entering into the Tabernacle. It was a requirement for them to do this before they entered into the service of God. This "maybe" what Jesus was talking about when he told John to baptise Him to fulfill all righteousness, John's baptism was one of repentance, Jesus had no sins to repent of but He was preparing to enter into the service of God and redeem man and become our high priest. The baptism of John being one of repentance was for the people a preperation for them to have their hearts turned back to God. Wasn't that his ministry, to prepare the way of the Lord? So I would have to say John's baptism was from heaven God bless |
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116 | Connection between Daniel 9:11 and US? | Dan 9:11 | following him | 123315 | ||
Gak1; The context of this passage is of Daniel finding in the scriptures that the time of their captivity in Babylon was almost over and so he began seeking God for forgiveness for the past sins of the nation Isreal which God punished by send Israel into the captivity. The curse refers to the things God said He would do to Israel if they would not keep His statutes. |
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117 | God and gods? | Matt 11:11 | following him | 123314 | ||
Hello Tim; I've prayed and thought hard about responding to your note. For some reason it has desturbed me greatly. Please don't take this wrong. I sat on the outside and watched this whole episode of "Pointing him to the truth." I did not say that you should let them have free reign to say or teach whatever they want. My concern was how the forum responded to him. Since Bradk mentioned it here is one of the rules of the forum, " You agree to interact with each other in a Christian spirit, with respect and grace." Does this just pertaint to belivers or is everyone who logs on entitled the same respect and grace? Perhaps you should go back and reread ALL the posting toward ralph2 forget the ones he sent just look how the forum responded. If all that was pointed in my direction there is no way I would consider it love. Put yourself in his place would you consider it love. Would you consider it "pointing him to the truth." When a JW has the boldness to come to a forum like this and "strut his stuff" he is not looking to convert anyone, and the chance of converting him are practically non existent. He is only here to puff himself up and walk away with thoughts of "I did battle with the forces of darkness and have prevailed. I have come away still holding to the truth" And that is exactly what happened. The forum gave him what he wanted. He went away victorious while the christians showed themselves to be unloving and intolerant. At least thats his view. And from my vantage point he would have been right. I am not saying that you should let such a major error go unchallenged or maybe I should say unanswered or that we should tolerate false doctrine. But there has got to be a better way of responding to these guys than what I saw here. Perhaps when a JW surfaces the forum could designate one maybe two at the most people to enlighten him without drowning him in a sea of posts showing him how his beliefs are heretical etc. Perhaps you could do it, out of all the posting yours and Zsuzi's were the most curtious and respectful inspite of what ralph2 said. I have gained a great deal of respect for both of you because of this. Sincerely in love |
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118 | God and gods? | Matt 11:11 | following him | 123264 | ||
I'm not so sure about this. As I watched the barrage (spelling?) toward ralph2. He obviously began to claim it as persecution and it only solidified in his heart he was right. The thing about being decieved is that the person being decieved doesn't know that he is. He truely believes he is right and blasting him just doesn't bring wisdom. It may be that more JW's will come on thinking they can get a little persecution and thereby moving themselves up the ranks closer to being one of the 144,000. What I think is that there is a time for everything under heaven. There is a time to cast your pearls and a time not to cast your pearls or stop casting your pearls. It is wisdom (form the Holy Spirit) that determines what to do. But whatever we do when they go away they should be going away thinking that we still loved them. Just a thought |
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119 | Hades shall not overpower the church? | Matthew | following him | 123221 | ||
Thank you angle, You are so right. It is To Jesus's name that all will bow their knee, not ours. And it is through Him that we overwhelming conquer. But my original question was does this verse refer to that or to the truth that hades no longer is an issue for us? Or both? If this verse is refering to or spiritual warfar with the devil and his minions is there another verse that shows hades as representing his kingdom? Or is this the only verse and we have used it to support this truth even when it realy doesn't mention the devil? Please I'm am not suggesting that we have no authority there are plenty of scriptures that say that we do. But is this one realy one of them? I hope I'm making sense. | ||||||
120 | Hades shall not overpower the church? | Matthew | following him | 123181 | ||
Thank you for responding Truth31. I can see the point you are making. I have never heard this particular interpretation of this verse. But I believe the principle is sound nothing can stop God from building His church, however I will have to think about this idea a bit more. | ||||||
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