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1001 | 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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1002 | 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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1003 | 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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1004 | What do we focus on? | 1 Cor 12:13 | jlhetrick | 183442 | ||
Thank you for your post justme, In keeping with the user rules of the forum I sincerely state that none of what I have written or continue to write is an attempt at unfriendly debate or argument. With that said friend, let me point you back to the history of this thread. My belief is that you have misrepresented my statements to no small degree and to the weight of negative focus and by doing so threaten to sustain a negative focus. And all this while denying a negative focus? Again, a history of the thread will demonstrate a simple attempt to redirect a statement you made suggesting that believers should assume that a churches rule is biblical because it is, well, the churches rule. My caution and pointing out that this guidance was not only inappropriate but dangerous should, in my opinion, have been responded to responsibly by retracting the statement or clarifying the meaning of your statement. You still have not done that brother. Instead, you continue to respond in a way that very obviously attempts to present me as one who sees the church as villainous. For the record, and that record includes what I have previously written and is available for study, I do not. If the last word is important to you please respond to this post, however, in the spirit of not apparently continuing down the wrong path, I will take your response to heart without offering another in this thread or topic. God bless, we are still brothers, and one day we will laugh about our differences if even they are remembered. Jeff |
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1005 | What do we focus on? | 1 Cor 12:13 | jlhetrick | 183540 | ||
Justme, I said I wouldn't respond but I feel compelled to. I believe you misunderstood me again. I certainly did not intend to imply that I was cutting off any further communications with you. I look forward to further dialogue with you just wanted to extract myself from a thread that had taken on a wrong tone and become unproductive in my opinion. These types of discussions actually do not make me uncomfortable, perhaps to my discredit, but they do violate the terms of use of the forum. In any case, please do feel free to respond to any post of mine at any time. And if my feedback did help to smooth out some things for you then perhaps it was not as unproductive as I believed and I am grateful. God bless, Jeff |
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1006 | What do we focus on? | 1 Cor 12:13 | jlhetrick | 183542 | ||
Hello Mark and thanks for the feedback, I have put this issue to rest with justme but I will offer a response to your post. I am one who frequently preaches context so I appreciate your quoting a chunk of justme's post. I can also appreciate that your impression or understanding of what he wrote was different than mine. In this case, you do not fall among those for whom my concern prompted my response to justme. Your response easily represents the reason I opted out of the thread (which I can't seem to actually get out of). Splitting hairs, reading into and out of the very context of the statement, and an overall lack of personal responsibility for what one posts does not represent or support the intentions of the forum. In part, what I mean here is that if my understanding of justme's comment was wrong (which I am not convinced was) there should have been a responsible clarification (which I prompted for at least twice). I do appreciate your attempt at clarify his point for him though. Still, we are left with the statement as it was made and the only acceptable interpretation of it would have to come from the author. Acts 17:11 (ESV) "17:11 Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so. " God bless, Jeff |
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1007 | God helps those who help themselves? | 1 Cor 12:28 | jlhetrick | 164487 | ||
Hello Helen, Personally I believe that this saying is contrary to the teaching of scripture. The bible teaches that every one of us is actually and completely incapable of helping ourselves. Mat 9:35 Then Jesus began traveling through all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and every illness. Mat 9:36 When he saw the crowds, he was deeply moved with compassion for them, because they were troubled and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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1008 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | jlhetrick | 212379 | ||
flyman- do you understand why those who waited for the Messiah did not recognize Him when He came? Some very important reasons include that they had a legalistic approach to Scripture and they failed to understand it in context. In other words, the promised Messiah was clearly identified in their OT Scriptures but they were so engrossed in their legalistic, religious control that they were blind to the truth. You have an extremely legalistic approach and as a result fail to begin to understand the fullness of God's grace. Your primary reason for this is your unwillingness/inability to see Scritpure and understand it within the wider context of Scripture as a whole. This is not an insult, just an easily discernable fact based on the content of your posts. This is often the case for many who are unwilling to do the true and hard work of studying the Word of God (or simply don't know where to begin). Instead, they (and I fear you) pull verses and passages out and, through the primary use of their own reason, feelings, and unstudied opinion, conclude meaning based at best on poor logic that is either short on truth or completely contrary to the truth. What's worse, when they are finally exposed to those who have done the work (and are continuing to do it) they refuse to be taught and become argumentative when they are faced with the possibility that they are wrong. This was true, of course, of those folks who refused to believe that Christ was the Son of God. It's very familiar to most of us and very troubling. In an earlier post to someone else you declared (apparently proudly) that you "examine everything from a logical point of view". It's time to be honest and straight forward with you sir. Your logic is hardly academic and poor at best. Sir, you are way out of your league here as you come to argue points that have long been settled as though they are particularly new to yourself as though some new revelation. If you are truly interested in the truth, might I suggest (once again) that you do more study, including reading along here and asking questions when appropriate. You are not ready to teach. You speak of "faulty human wisdom". My friend, consider exactly what that means. Here is an example... "Logically" concluding that there is a contradiction in Scripture. Those claims will absolutely not be tolerated here. I know it may seem outrageous for you to consider but let me suggest it anyway. If you believe something in Scripture contradicts something else in Scripture you can be absolutely sure that it is your understanding of one, the other, or both passages. Great minds (by man’s standards) have given their all to try and prove contradictions in the word of God. They have all failed. It is infallible. Consider, Jeff |
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1009 | Why do I want to speak in tongues? | 1 Cor 13:1 | jlhetrick | 212391 | ||
Yes flyman- but even when others are giving you good advice about what to do you still refuse to do it. I fear you need more help than this type of forum can offer you. I sincerely recommend a good church that puts priority on the Lordship of Christ and the study of God's word. They are not all true to that so be careful in your search. Once there, be involved in as many bible study functions as possible including Sunday School and small group studies. Don't be afraid to ask questions but most important, recognize your own currrent lack of understanding so that you don't find yourself trying to teach and getting it wrong. Be responsible. 2 Tim 2:15 (NASB) Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, ACCURATELY HANDLING the word of truth. (caps added) Jeff |
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1010 | What does this verse mean | 1 Cor 13:5 | jlhetrick | 180036 | ||
Rom 13:8-10 Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law. 9 The commandments,"You shall not commit adultery, You shall not murder, You shall not steal, You shall not covet," and any other commandment, are summed up in this word:"You shall love your neighbor as yourself." 10 Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfilling of the law. ESV Jeff |
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1011 | where is scripture found, "though we see | 1 Cor 13:12 | jlhetrick | 152948 | ||
Here ya go 1Co 13:12 For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. (KJV) Jeff |
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1012 | Acts 2:2 | 1 Cor 14:6 | jlhetrick | 172356 | ||
Hey John, The first paragraph that you quoted from MacArthur sounds familiar don't you think? Jeff |
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1013 | divorce and remarriage for chirstians | 2 Corinthians | jlhetrick | 164238 | ||
Hello Luke, Your statements on sin and forgiveness are good, but I don't believe they are well thought through. Your right that Christ did come to provide atonement for all sin. But I think you might benefit from a look at Romans. A good reference place to start is Romans 5:20 - 6:2 Think on this for a while before resonding if you will. Sincerely, Jeff |
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1014 | divorce and remarriage for chirstians | 2 Corinthians | jlhetrick | 164239 | ||
Hello Luke, Your statements on sin and forgiveness are good, but I don't believe they are well thought through. Your right that Christ did come to provide atonement for all sin. But I think you might benefit from a look at Romans. A good reference place to start is Romans 5:20 - 6:2 Think on this for a while before resonding if you will. Sincerely, Jeff |
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1015 | What happens immediatly after you die? | 2 Corinthians | jlhetrick | 180510 | ||
Hello ebrain, I didn't see the need to respond in depth to parts I, II, and III; but allow me to make a short response here. I don't desire to get into a long, drawn out debate on such a controversial issue. Furthermore, I am confident that you are aware of the biblical evidence that weakens, if not totally defeats, your teaching here. So, my short response here is meant for the benefit of other readers who may not know better. You wrote: "As the events described at 1 Thes 4:13-18, have not as yet taken place, then those believers who have gone to be with Jesus, cannot possibly have bodies, and therfore will not be able to see, hear, touch, taste, talk, and so on,,, be able to make contact with others, and especially to be able to interact with his Maker." I believe your first "assumption" here is an obvious one. Assuming that those who are "asleep in Christ" (in other words christians who have died) have not yet their glorified bodies (I'm not arguing that point); you move on to draw the conclusion that they can neither "see, hear, touch, taste, talk, and so on...be able to make contact with others, and ESPECIALLY TO BE ABLE TO INTERACT WITH HIS MAKER." (emphasis, CAPS., added). Your preface briefly illustrates the need for our Lord to have come in the flesh. But I don't understand how you translate that into the dead in Christ not being able to see, hear, touch, etc. Surely you are not saying that Christ, before His incarnation, was unable to see, talk, or interact with God the Father; are you? In short, I believe that it is fair to say that your teaching, that the dead in Christ (or those who sleep in Christ) are comatose, is a matter of your own opinion and not something you have adequately supported with Scripture (in either part). That is fair right? You wrote: "As the Judgement seat of Christ is also still future, then if those "who sleep in Jesus" are not really asleep at all, then some of them will have waited almost 2000 years to be Judged." So! You are asserting what? That this would be unfair. Furthermore, your own argument of "soul sleep" doesn't change this. If soul sleep is as you say it is, the event known as the judgement seat of Christ is still in the future. So those you speak of have still waited almost 2000 years, and may wait another 2000. Of course your theory does give them some relief as they have slept and have no kowledge of the 2000 years passing. Pretty convenient for those who have died in their sins. I hope you can see how your teaching such a thing (as old as the teaching may be) may be seen as irresponsbile in the light of your not being able to support it with Scritpture. It's another one of those things, ebrain, that has enough mystery to it that leaves us unable to declare it either way definatively, with the support of Scripture. What do we do with that? God bless, Jeff |
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1016 | What happens immediatly after you die? | 2 Corinthians | jlhetrick | 180568 | ||
Hello ebrain, Sorry if I offended you, but I won't take responsibility for saying what I did not say. My friend, I believe the insult is from you and being offended is mine to claim. There is nothing in my post that should have been misinterpreted as my having said that you intentionally posted something that you knew to be false. But in the case that you are unable or unwilling to consider my words objectively, I feel obliged to make myself clear. I wrote: "I am confident that you are aware of the biblical evidence that weakens, if not totally defeats, your teaching here." I must retract my entire statement; not because it was what you interpreted it to be, but becuase you have now convinced me that you are not aware of the biblical evidence that weakens, if not totally defeats, your teaching regarding soul sleep. Had you been truly interested in considering my post and it's intent, you would have concluded that I do not take a position that calls yours wrong and another thought right. My point was that this issue has been discussed and debated for a long, long, long time. The conclusions that I have read by most teachers (who I respect and trust) is that the bible simply does not clearly defend either position. With this said, either side can make a very long-winded, logical argument and use Scripture to support their argument (sort of how you did in your 3 parts). My response to you, was to point out that while you are making the argument, there is another view that contradicts you and does so with equal enthusiasm and referencing of Scripture. My fault was in assuming you knew this. My intention was not to offend and certainly not to insinuate or out-right say that you were guilty of false teaching. Please forgive me for not being clear about that the first time. ebrain, I have followed your posts for some time on this Forum. I have agreed with much of what you have to say. I have also disagreed with some of your teaching and even confused by a few things you have posted. I willing to believe that at least one other can say the same thing about my own posts (if not many more). I am long past the place in my life where I believe I have all the answers. I am also long past the point (praise God) where I simply take what others have to say at face-value. Let me end by saying; our goal here on the Forum should always be to teach sound doctrine. On issues such as this one, our responsibility is to demonstrate to the best of our ability what the Scriptures say on the topic. I recommend reading Charles Ryrie. He is one of those I referred to that I respect and trust. I do not agree with every position he takes. I do trust him because where issues are controversial he explains both or all sides of the argument. That's responsibility. (NOTE: I am not saying that C. Ryrie takes either position on the topic of "soul sleep" as I have never read and have no idea what he does or does not believe on the topic. My reference to Mr. Ryrie was regarding his approach to teaching). ebrain, I pray that we do not allow an issue so unessential to our salvation to devide us. God bless, Jeff |
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1017 | What happens immediatly after you die? | 2 Corinthians | jlhetrick | 180655 | ||
10-4 Edwin, I agree that there is not further need for discussion on the topic here. Just for the record, I really don't stand firmly on either side, though I do lean heavily in one direction. I try never to claim views or positions any more unless I can establish those with Scripture. Thank you for accepting my apology brother, Jeff |
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1018 | Anonymity | 2 Cor 2:15 | jlhetrick | 215303 | ||
Jason, very good read and thanks for pointing. I would like to add another quote from the article as I believe it's a good example of what might be said about forum participation including this one. "I was an invisible Internet user who valued my anonymity and an invisible church-goer who cared little for closer relationships. I wrote often and my articles and reviews were read by many people, but all the while I was safely removed from the people I wrote for and wrote about. I began to see the effect of this in my writing. It became increasingly abrasive and showed a lack of godly character." (Tim Challies) I realize people choose different screen/user names for different reasons that sometimes has nothing to do with the desire to be anonymous. Still, I've wondered why some seem very intentionally anonymous on the forum. Their true identity totally unsearchable here. Jeff |
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1019 | verse explains nonChrist knowing savior | 2 Cor 5:15 | jlhetrick | 178246 | ||
Well presented; well said brother Doc, Jeff |
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1020 | verse explains nonChrist knowing savior | 2 Cor 5:15 | jlhetrick | 178284 | ||
Hi Paul, I am not a scholar and don't know a darn lick a Greek; but I have a problem following your logic here. Your premise here seems to be something like this. If it is God's will, and God is sovereign, then it will be as He wills it. Not to put words in your mouth (or at your finger tips :) If I am following your argument, does it possibly stand up to the wider interpretation and understanding of Scripture, the sovereignty of God, and the plan of God as presented in Scripture? Let me ask it in a more simple way. Is it God's will that men sin?????? Is it God's will than men not sin????? God bless, Jeff |
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