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601 | Abiding in Christ | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183440 | ||
Excellent points Steve, Actually, it is John 15:6-7 that lead me to begin a personal study in the "abiding in Christ". I have only recently begun the study and haven't yet gotten too deep into it. I have been reading Murray's "Abide in Christ" and to this point was getting something different from what Christ said in John 15: 6. I'm certainly not judging Murray's doctrine as I have not yet begun to learn what he had to say on the subject. But where I'm at at this point of his writing he seems to be saying a failure to abide costs a believer much of the blessings that are possible through Christ. Christ clearly says that a failure to abide results in being cast into the fire and burned. Of course all of this and what's to come in the study has to be illumed by the truth that no effort on our part saves us, therefore, no effort or lack of can undo that work of Christ that we have been "guaranteed" completion of. Thanks for the feedback, Jeff |
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602 | Abiding in Christ | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183438 | ||
Good points kalos. And what of the man who has not yet reached this level of fellowship with the Lord? Would it be accurate to say that that man's abiding would be best described as a consistently improving situation that is ever drawing closer to the state which you have described? Would this understanding be consistent with that of being sanctified? Thanks for your feedback, Jeff |
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603 | Abiding in Christ | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183401 | ||
Sorry, I had posted the quote from Andrew Murray without including my question. My point was to ask any responder to articulate their biblical understanding of "abiding in Christ". Thanks, Jeff |
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604 | Abiding in Christ | Not Specified | jlhetrick | 183399 | ||
"During the life of Jesus on earth, the word He chiefly used when speaking of the relations of the disciples to Himself was: "Follow me." When about to leave for heaven, He gave them a new word, in which their more intimate and spiritual union with Himself in glory should be expressed. That chosen word was: "Abide in me." "It is to be feared that there are many earnest followers of Jesus from whom the meaning of this word, with the blessed experience it promises, is very much hidden. While trusting in their Saviour for pardon and for help, and seeking to some extent to obey Him, they have hardly realized to what closeness of union, to what intimacy of fellowship, to what wondrous oneness of life and interest, He invited them when He said, "Abide in me." This is not only an unspeakable loss to themselves, but the Church and the world suffer in what they lose. (Andrew Murray) |
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605 | Abiding in Christ | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183400 | ||
"During the life of Jesus on earth, the word He chiefly used when speaking of the relations of the disciples to Himself was: "Follow me." When about to leave for heaven, He gave them a new word, in which their more intimate and spiritual union with Himself in glory should be expressed. That chosen word was: "Abide in me." "It is to be feared that there are many earnest followers of Jesus from whom the meaning of this word, with the blessed experience it promises, is very much hidden. While trusting in their Saviour for pardon and for help, and seeking to some extent to obey Him, they have hardly realized to what closeness of union, to what intimacy of fellowship, to what wondrous oneness of life and interest, He invited them when He said, "Abide in me." This is not only an unspeakable loss to themselves, but the Church and the world suffer in what they lose. (Andrew Murray) |
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606 | Baptized before serving in choir | 1 Cor 12:13 | jlhetrick | 183342 | ||
Justme, We are certainly in agreement that a church choir should consist only of believers, but that was not the essence of Azure's question as I understood it. She specifically referred to baptism as I understood her question. Baptism certainly doesn't make a believer as we both know. Nor does the lack of baptism negate the power and work of the Holy Spirit that He has begun in any person. In any case, I believe that what you are responding to has more to do with my disagreeing with your guidance suggesting that Azure, or perhaps believers in general, should follow church imposed guidelines with a safe assumption that because it's the churches rule it is biblical. I felt and feel like a statement with such a potential for misguidance must be addressed. As for my comments about the stray nature of today's church, your response leads me to believe that I now have the responsibility to further clarify my statements. The Lord Jesus Christ is in charge and total control of His Church and no harm comes to It that He does not allow. I believe we will agree on that. For the sake of clarification let me acknowledge that I do not have researched evidence that the church is at a degraded state in these times nor did my earlier statements intend to qualify such an argument as you possibly believe they did. I will say, however, that the position is absolutely biblical. 2 Timothy 4:1-5 (ESV) 4:1 I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: 2 preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. 3 For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, 4 and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths. 5 As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry. Many so-called Christian denominations today are very clearly rising to new levels of anti-biblical, antichrist teachings and practices such as accepting, approving of and even ordaining homosexuals for example. Let's not for a moment ignore the obvious. God's word says it will happen and it is happening whether we agree on it or not. We can at least be thankful for the new technologies in media that are able to clearly point it out. I hope this response helped to clarify as well as reiterate my concern. God bless you brother, Jeff |
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607 | Are visions/dreams of this sort demonic? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183307 | ||
Brother Hank, You are right as always on these types of issues. I hope that you and other members will allow for my brief response to Buffy as these issues are everyday familiar to me in my work and I viewed this situation as a potential, immediate risk, and high risk situation for Buffy's young twelve year old granddaughter. While I respect the purpose and intent of the Forum as well as the potential dangers of unintended use of the forum, my professional ethics required some kind of response. Praying patients, Jeff |
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608 | Are visions/dreams of this sort demonic? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183306 | ||
Hello Buffy, Adderall (XR) is a stimulant medication that works on the central nervous system. It influences chemicals in the brain. There are many side-effects of this medication (as there are with every medication) and some of them can be dangerous. Specifically, disorganized thinking, confusion and even hallucinations can occur as a result of Adderall use. These are serious side-effects and should be addressed by Kylie's prescribing physician as soon as possible. As soon as possible regarding this type of reaction means today. If her doctor is not available you should take her to the nearest emergency room for evaluation. Kylie's complex condition requires professional assessment and treatment. Her symptoms seem to be taking on a delusional flavor and everything together may be an indication of a more serious mental illness. Considering the information you have given, I certainly wouldn't diagnose bipolar disorder if she were my patient as none of the "typical" symptoms are mentioned. More assessment is necessary. But it's important to know that bipolar disorder is known to be a genetic disorder and a family history is a major indicator of high risk. Typically we do not offer extensive feedback on these types of questions of the forum first because it is strictly for bible study and second because some with no professional background may attempt to offer unqualified opinion that may turn out to be dangerous. I offered something because I was directed to your post by another brother and I did see a situation where a young one may be at immediate risk. Finally, I believe your question also has the tone of faith vs. medical attention. Forgive me if I misread you. But to that I will say that It is my belief as a Christian, and a mental health professional that the Bible clearly condones medical interventions to aid in healing the human body. Our Lord Jesus can and does heal sickness without the aid of medical science and doctors. He may heal Kylie in this way. My position is that we always seek God's blessing and help in accordance with His will while doing those things within our ability in a responsible way. I pray regularly for my financial situation and then get up every morning and go to work. I hope this helps. God bless and know that members of this forum have already offered prayers for Kylie and you as well and you can expect that more than a few of us have added her to our daily prayer list. Jeff |
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609 | Baptized before serving in choir | 1 Cor 12:13 | jlhetrick | 183293 | ||
Hello justme, I agree with your post up to the last sentence. you wrote: "I think it best to follow your churches requirements with confidence it is Biblical. ' I disagree with this as it is stated. I believe that the church in general today has been filled with corruption and false teaching in a way never before seen. My OPINION is that this can be clearly seen across denominations. The Bible clearly teaches that we are to test "everything" we hear (even from those who preach and teach it) with Scripture to see if it is true. I believe that much of where the church is missing the mark today is a direct result of lazy and uninterested believers not taking the time, energy, and effort to study and test what he/she hears and is taught by the local church. Brother, if I am wrong in my position please provide Scriptural support that teaches we as Christians should follow church requirements with confidence they are biblical. Not splitting hairs friend, just very concerned about the possible implication your statement may have on some readers. Sincerely and God bless, Jeff |
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610 | Baptized before serving in choir | 1 Cor 12:13 | jlhetrick | 183292 | ||
Hello sister, you have received several good responses and my own is simply an attempt to offer encouragement to you. Praise God sister. Your participation on the Forum has without doubt demonstrated you to be a responsible seeker of truth and God's will. Your focused efforts to draw biblical conclusions continue to be both encouraging and great examples for us all. No wonder that those in your church have called on you to take on such responsibility. You are right in not assuming that any church mandate is biblical just because the church has made it a rule. That is always the wrong answer. On issues like this my approach is this. After careful study and consideration, if Scripture doesn't specifically teach it, and the practice does not itself contradict Scriptures, I consider the point "non-essential". Then I am free to accept or reject it. A good example is that my own denomination requires baptism for church membership. We also believe and teach that water baptism does not save but is a symbolic, public confession of our position in Christ once He has saved us. I have no objections to being baptized into church membership as a like symbol of my commitment and standing with the church as a member. It is not required in any biblical teaching that I am aware of. Nor is it forsaken in any. If the church taught that baptism was necessary to be placed in the true church, the body of Christ, that would be unbiblical and unacceptable. I believe that a proper explanation should be given to each prospective choir member as to why baptism is required so each can decide for him/herself. If that "reason" is not in contradiction to Scripture, I personally would support the tradition of the church. Just my two cents worth. God bless you sister, Jeff |
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611 | why do people commit suicide? | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 183291 | ||
Hello Mack, I see you have been a member since October, welcome to the Forum. People commit suicide for many different reasons. There is no general answer to this question that would appropriately address the issue. Furthermore, the question is truly too open-ended and complex to be dealt with as a bible study topic on the Forum in my opinion. With this said, allow me to validate your question by acknowledging how important it is. Experience has taught me that people who ask questions like this usually have something or someone very specific they are concerned about. I would be happy to explore this with you further in private via email if you are interested. I am a Christian as well as a mental health professional which affords me insight into this topic that may be of help to you. If you are interested in a private exploration of your question through email feel free to send me a message. God bless, Jeff jlhetrick@bibleincontext.com |
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612 | Bible Study | John 7:17 | jlhetrick | 182793 | ||
Hello CDBJ, I have never used the WORDsearch 5 version so I don't know what the differences are in the version 7. email me questions if you'd like and I might be able to help with it. I'm assuming your using a PC and not a MAC. Jeff |
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613 | Bible Study | 2 Tim 2:15 | jlhetrick | 182760 | ||
Doc, It's interesting that you use different colors to highlight each person of the trinity. That's a great idea. I have a prophecy study bible that used the concept. Every passage that speaks of God is shaded a different color depending on the reference being to the Father, Son, or Holy Spirit. I've thumbed through it but actually haven't used it yet. I saw it in the bookstore and thought that it would eventually be very useful for future studies. Jeff |
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614 | Bible Study | John 7:17 | jlhetrick | 182759 | ||
Hello Cuddle, I have multiple bible versions in print and a small library of books including study guides, commentaries, dictionaries, inspirational writings, workbooks and the list goes on. There is nothing like holding a book in my hand. Truth is though, the computer has proven to be the best tool for bible study that I use. Some people prefer and work better with paper and pencil/pen but I have had a difficult time keeping up with notebooks and binders filled with notes. I seem to move around a lot. I also use eSword and have for some time now. As you know it is a very good program and free. I have even purchased some add-ons for it. I also use WORDsearch7 and PC Study Bible. Three software libraries may sound excessive but actually each one has specific functions that makes it preferable over the others. I rarely do a study that I don't use at least two of my software libraries. I most often use the WORDsearch7 and if I had to choose only one program I wold stick with the WS7. Specifically, the WS7 interface is very clean, easy to use and will be familiar to any Windows user. It also has a fully functional word processor built in so there is no need for copying and pasting of notes in to Word or another WP. Documents created in Word can be moved to or copy and pasted into WS7 as WS7 documents can be copy and pasted into Word. I have been doing this for about a year and haven't yet had a problem with format changes when moving the docs from one program to the other. You can download Bible Explorer for free at the following link. You might like it. http://www.wordsearchbible.com/ Jeff |
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615 | Genisis 6 man life expencty is 120 years | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 182714 | ||
Hello Monty, Welcome to the Forum. Does Genesis 6:3 say that man "will be given a MAXIMUM of 120 years to live? It doesn't say that in any of the translations I own. All of the translations that I searched said "his days shall be 120 days" or some slight variation. None of them included the word "maximum". This is one of those points that we can get bogged down in and miss the teaching of the passage. The focus is both the sinful state of man and the truth that God's mercy will not be extended indefinitely. We each have an appointment with death (Heb 9:27) God's word is never contradicted so we can draw a logical conclusion from what is written and what we know. Gen 6:3 is not a definite, to the day or year declaration of how long a man will or can live. We know this because, as you pointed out, many in the past lived much longer than 120 years and almost no one today lives to reach 120 years. What we can be sure of from Scripture is that man is sinful, God is patient and merciful, each of us has a limited time to respond to Him. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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616 | CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 182712 | ||
Hello saved, Great question. Cuddle gave a very good response. I wanted to add some additional comment to your question. It sounds like you are bothered by the humanity that infects Christianity. That's good to hear and I share many of your same concerns. One thing that we should all stand for though is the soundness of doctrine. I agree with you that no one has the right nor the authority to judge the doctrine of another. Where one's doctrine is wrong, it is the Scriptures themselves that judges it wrong. While some issues are and should be open for discussion, it is my opinion that others are not. I will give you one example of the later. There have been many who have taught in the name of Christianity that have declared various doctrines that lead to salvation. But the Scriptures only teach one. A single way to salvation and absolutely no other, through faith in Jesus Christ (Acts 4:12, 1Tim 2:5, John 3:36, etc.) the fullness of which is clearly laid out in Scripture. As for different forms of worship and different standards of day to day living I see no problem as long as those forms and standards do not contradict the truth of Scripture. Allow an illustration. I remember once hearing a man who I consider a wonderful bible teacher answer a woman's question. She was complaining that the church fellowship she was attending required women to wear dresses or skirts and no pants in public. She was trying to decide if she should commit membership to the local body. The churches position was that this rule represented what the church believed to be scriptural teaching of a woman's responsibility to present modestly. Having listened to this teacher on radio for years I couldn't wait to hear how he would respond. I must say his response was unexpected but appropriate. He asked her if the church taught that a woman's salvation depended on whether she did or didn't obey the no pants rule. Her response was "NO". So then, what is the problem. This teacher went on to say something along the lines that if wearing pants is that important and you do not feel convicted by Scripture that it is sinful then look for another church. The point seemed to be that she was totally focused on the wrong thing. She was fixed on her pants (probably designer) and was allowing that issue to be the highest priority in her decision to fellowship or not. At the time I expected the teacher to answer with a firm announcement that the church's rule on pants was unscriptural. But he didn't bite. Didn't even nibble. He simply refocused her attention on what was important. Most of us would likely benefit from more of that. don't be discouraged by the imperfections of the church. The Lord is, what did we say, "the Lord of lords and the King of kings." He, and only He will make His church perfect according to His plan. Eph 4:11-16 11 And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, 14 so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes. 15 Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, 16 from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love. ESV God bless, Jeff |
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617 | Conflict between business and pastor | 2 Thess 3:8 | jlhetrick | 182701 | ||
Hello Brian, Your question can only be answered out of personal opinion, I don't think you can qualify your position at all with scripture. Some are capable of much more than others. Some have the energy, drive, motivation, focus, and discipline to accomplish more in a day than some might in two or three days. If you know of a man who is both pastoring a church and running a full-time business you might have a good opportunity to serve the Lord through stepping up and doing more to support him. Perhaps you already do that but if not you might consider it. I would be willing to bet that he would be greatly appreciative. From personal experience and what I have heard from others, I'm sure this pastor would appreciate being relieved of many duties so that he can do those he is called to more efficiently. If he's in the same position as many other pastors, he's doing his work at the church and 80 percent of the work the rest of the church should be doing. A conflict of interest? Jeff |
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618 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 182700 | ||
Hello again saved. The post by kalos was very informative. Allow me to comment further. It's not the plane that takes God's message to the lost that is the issue. It's the multiple planes and homes and cars and boats, most expensive clothing and jewelry, etc., etc., etc. that is the concern. furthermore, it is the way in which they obtain their wealth that is the most sinful. Selling prayer and even salvation if that were possible. As for the taxes for the bombs, I'm thankful to be safe in a cruel and hateful world. I do want to address something very specific that you wrote. I will quote you. "I believe if a minister's Material blessings stem from His or Her "GIVING" it is scriptual for them to be blessed for the "KINGDOM'S SAKE". In other words, being too poor can not represent the KING OF KINGS very well. " I respectfully say that your theology needs correcting from Scripture. What best represents the Christian life lived out here on earth is exemplified in the recorded lives of Jesus Christ, Paul, and others. I'll leave you to study that on your own, but I will say that material poverty was certainly the case. "in other words" my friend, being poor or rich has little or nothing to do with representing the Kingdom of God. It is in what we do with the little we have or the abundance we might be blessed with that will demonstrate the work of Christ in us. Of course it is also true that many who "name it and claim it" in the name of the Lord might be said to best represent what the Kingdom is not. In the love of Christ I urge you to find a bible teaching church. Know for sure that faith is a gift of God and nothing we are capable of producing ourselves (Romans 13:3, Eph 2:8) It is not a magical thing set in motion by the intensity of our thoughts, words, and efforts resulting in our prosper. I hope this helps, Jeff |
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619 | LORD OF lords | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 182655 | ||
Hello saved..., the ones you ask about are not "other Lords", they are simply lords, lowercase "l" This refers to all who have any position of authority. Jesus can be called the Lord of lords, or, the Lord of all who are in positions of authority because He, the Lord Jesus, is the one not only who created each of them, but also gave to each that position they are in. Furthermore, while in a position of authority, ones powers never exceed that which the Lord does allow. See Romans 13:1 and John 19:11 for biblical reference to this. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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620 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | jlhetrick | 182652 | ||
Hello saved and welcome to the Forum. I'll just give short feedback here to address what appears to be your focus. You mention that you do not want to be decieved and my first reaction is to caution you about TBN. While the network does program a couple of good bible teachers, for the most part (in my opinion and that of a lot of others)it offers nothing more than teachings that aren't biblically supported at best and in some very obvious cases FALSE TEACHINGS. I believe that there is no substitute for a local church fellowship, and television certainly does not offer a viable option. The only exception to this in my opinion is a person who CAN NOT get out of the home for medical or other reasons. Your not in that category though. A closer examination of yourself and why you are not going to church may be in order. A smaller church may be more appropriate for you as anxiety often accompanies depression. As for your "group" you might try reaching out and becoming involved with others. As for your tithe, that's between you and God. you are asking for feedback though so let me comment. We are to be good stuards of all we have including our money. Is giving your money to a tv preacher being a good stuard? Possibly; maybe not. If you find yourself in need and seriously needing the support of the church (financial or otherwise) is the tv preacher and his/her followers going to come to your aid? Does the tithe you pay to the tv guy/gal give any support to the community that God has placed you in? I don't know who your tithing through but you might consider doing some research on them. If they have and abundance of earthly, material things you might reconsider. I'm betting that you don't clean houses all week long to help afford another plane, living compound, new car, vaction, etc. for someone else. Lots of questions you might consider regarding your situation. finally you start off by stating that "I am unable to attend church due to extream exhaustion after cleaning houses during the week." How do you think the Lord would respond to that? Anything that we put before the Lord we make an idol. Maybe you would be willing to lessen your work load so that you can give quality energy and effort to Him. These are just some of my thoughts in a true attempt to be helpful. Jeff |
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