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1121 | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 WHO? | 2 Thess 2:7 | jlhetrick | 181094 | ||
Hello Cuddle, Please don't take my words out of context. If my post was confusing to you, thank you for stating the obvious. but we must be careful not to make it a play on words. To clarify my point in the previous post. If the churuch is the restrainer (which neither of us are teaching and/or appear to believe) it would only be possible in that the Holy Spirit is at work in the church. We the people, the body of believers, would have no power what ever to restrain anything, including our own nature, much less the antichrist. Hope this clears up my position. God bless, Jeff |
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1122 | Power of Michael the Archangel? | 2 Thess 2:7 | jlhetrick | 181097 | ||
Hello Brian, Just a quick question while your waiting for Kalos. Wouldn't it be "in the name of the Lord" that Michael the archangel would do any and all rebuking? I couldn't imagine the angel using any other name to position his authority. Just curious by your question, Jeff |
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1123 | Power of Michael the Archangel? | 2 Thess 2:7 | jlhetrick | 181116 | ||
Hello again brother Brian, I have always believed that the restrainer is the Holy Spirit. Honestly, because that's what I had always heard taught. I have said before that my walk with the Lord has been one of having to unlearn a lot of doctrine I had grown up with. Today may be an example of that. I do not wish to enter into the debate because I simply don't believe I can support an answer with Scripture at this point. I will refer you to post #181004 by our brother CDBJ. I will follow along with the more knowledgeable in my own search for understanding. Just a note though, my question to you was due to your apprent use of the Jude 9. The way you presented it, it appeared that you were of the opinion that Michael is not of sufficient power to be the restrainer. Thanks for your response, Jeff |
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1124 | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 WHO? | 2 Thess 2:7 | jlhetrick | 181117 | ||
Thanks CDBJ, I'm grabbing my board and surfing to the site as soon as I send this. Jeff |
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1125 | Power of Michael the Archangel? | 2 Thess 2:7 | jlhetrick | 181154 | ||
Hello and thanks brother Tim. I agree that it is impossible to know for sure who the restrainer is, although some "guesses" are better supported from Scripture. Fortunately for me, at this time, the Lord has not put a burden on my heart and mind about it. It doesn't matter much to me who or what the restrainer is, especially knowing that, as you pointed out, the Lord God is in control of it all. Still, I somehow got involved in this thread (by posting of course) and have enjoyed the education on the matter. Personally, I love the fact that God's word has mysteries that can not be truly known completely this side of glory. For me, it is the journey in learning that I can not know all about something that teaches me so much. Again, thanks for your well articulated post. God bless, Jeff |
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1126 | "Here I stand; I can do no other." | 2 Thess 2:15 | jlhetrick | 170938 | ||
Very well said Russ, Jeff |
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1127 | 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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1128 | do u tithe on unemployment checks | 1 Tim 1:8 | jlhetrick | 220614 | ||
Hello wordoer - you might also refer to Romans chapter 14. This short chapter gives additional insight into what both Brad and Beja have written in response. It seems as though you may have already determined for yourself, perhapse even before you asked the question publically. If that is the case, Romans chapter 14 seems to say that you (if you are speaking about yourself regarding the unemployment check) might go ahead and write out that check for ten percnet. I believe the Scripture is clear in stating that while a believer may be "weak" in that they still allow themselves to be bound by the law (and in this case a law given to another people for a specific purpose) it (observance of the law) is not sinful if it's done in honor of the Lord. I believe, however, that a belief that to observe this or any other law contributes in any way to righteousness would equate to sin as it would be attributing righteousness to something other than the finished work of Christ on the cross. Tithing was not first implemented by Israel at God's command. It was practiced by others prior. Where Israel was concerned, it was a "mechanism" of their economy (see/study the book of Leviticus). It may be true that some use the OT law of tithing to "limit" their giving to 10 percent because they believe they are commanded to do that. And so, in these cases, it may be that the NT teaching of "giving from the heart" means, to them, giving less than what they can afford to give and feelinig justified in the 10 percent. Still Romans 14 makes it clear that we have no right to pass judgment. Only God can truly judge anothers motives and heart. Remember that we are to be guided by the whole counsel of God, not a verse from hear and a verse from there that seems to suggest we are right. God bless, Jeff |
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1129 | Adam and Eve Perfect or Flawed | 1 Tim 2:11 | jlhetrick | 208300 | ||
Lot of that goes on unfortunately! | ||||||
1130 | Whats a womens place in the Church? | 1 Tim 2:12 | jlhetrick | 180255 | ||
You wrote: "I would also add that 1 Tim. warns against gnostic teachings.Women were prominent in Gnosticism and no doubt this was a temporary injunction to save the church from the very breath of suspicion" No doubt?? Careful! There is plenty of doubt and in fact, an issue that has been debated longer than the both of us have been alive. There is certainly doubt so be careful not to allow your speculations to be declared as fact or truth. Also be careful not to discount the literal by assigning an unmentioned or unimplied cause to it. People do it all the time and explain away things they don't like or understand by saying it has a "spiritual", "symbolic", or "culturally specific meaning. This is true of much in the Bible, however, the context will support it and it will be clearly demonstrated in most cases to the serious student. blessings, Jeff |
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1131 | Whats a womens place in the Church? | 1 Tim 2:12 | jlhetrick | 180319 | ||
Wiley, Was your post meant for me? It doesn't appear to address anything in my post that your responding to. Jeff |
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1132 | Whats a womens place in the Church? | 1 Tim 2:12 | jlhetrick | 180350 | ||
Azure, I believe that the point you are apparently trying to make is a worthy one to consider. Keeping within the context of this thread, allow me to offer some input. Consider the following. The first thing that must be considered regarding your question to Steve is, what exactly does it mean that Adam was "created in God's image"? While you are contemplating that, consider the consequences resulting from that creation's (Adam's) fall. Seth was begotten in Adam's image. What was that image? I suggest, the image of corrupt man. Adam's nature of sin that was imputed to Seth and all of humankind. And so the work of the Holy Spirit in those of us that are saved, is to renew us, creating within us once again the image of Christ. 1 Cor 15:46-49 46 But it is not the spiritual that is first but the natural, and then the spiritual. 47 The first man was from the earth, a man of dust; the second man is from heaven. 48 As was the man of dust, so also are those who are of the dust, and as is the man of heaven, so also are those who are of heaven. 49 Just as we have borne the image of the man of dust, we shall also bear the image of the man of heaven. ESV Col 3:9-10 9 Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old self with its practices 10 and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. ESV Again, in keeping with the thread context here also consider these verses. It seems like there is a lot said on the subject with very little reference to Scripture. 1 Cor 11:7-10 7 For a man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God, but woman is the glory of man. 8 For man was not made from woman, but woman from man. 9 Neither was man created for woman, but woman for man. 10 That is why a wife ought to have a symbol of authority on her head, because of the angels. ESV Hope this helps contribute to the discussion. God bless, Jeff |
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1133 | Whats a womens place in the Church? | 1 Tim 2:12 | jlhetrick | 180428 | ||
Not a problem, just wanted to make sure you directed it to the appropriate post so that person will receive email notification if they have chosen that optoin. Jeff |
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1134 | Whats a womens place in the Church? | 1 Tim 2:12 | jlhetrick | 180436 | ||
Hello Azure, No I can't explain the reference to "angels" in the passage. I have heard a variety of things said about it but can't say that I understand it. I have looked into it before, but still can't offer a sound explanation. I will offer some commentary from one of my favorite commentators. "She ought to have power on her head, because of the angels. Power, that is, a veil, the token, not of her having the power or superiority, but being under the power of her husband, subjected to him, and inferior to the other sex. Rebekah, when she met Isaac, and was delivering herself into his possession, put on her veil, in token of her subjection, Gen 24:65. Thus would the apostle have the women appear In Christian assemblies, even though they spoke there by inspiration, because of the angels, that is, say some, because of the evil angels. The woman was first in the transgression, being deceived by the devil (1 Tim 2:14), which increased her subjection to man, Gen 3:16. Now, believe evil angels will be sure to mix in all Christian assemblies, therefore should women wear the token of their shamefacedness and subjection, which in that age and country, was a veil. Others say because of the good angels. Jews and Christians have had an opinion that these ministering spirits are many of them present in their assemblies. Their presence should restrain Christians from all indecencies in the worship of God. Note, We should learn from all to behave in the public assemblies of divine worship so as to express a reverence for God, and a content and satisfaction with that rank in which he has placed us." (from Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible: New Modern Edition, Electronic Database. Copyright © 1991 by Hendrickson Publishers, Inc.) I have also heard some who say that the reference to angels would be better translated "messangers" instead of angels and perhaps referring to visiting leaders or others who's tasks were to report back on the goings on they witnessed in the congregations. Can't be more specific than that as my memory fails me. You might do a search on the verse in the search window and find more said about it. There are at least a few on the Forum that are very knowledgeable regarding the orignial languages and the interpretation and tranlation processes. Hope this helps and God bless, Jeff |
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1135 | standards for a preacher/biship | 1 Tim 3:2 | jlhetrick | 187729 | ||
Hello Victrix, My response here is generally to everyone involved; I tagged it to your post in order to say hello and welcome to the Forum. Welcome! My two cents worth is this. We all have to be careful in our attempts to both interpret and apply the passages in 1 Tim chapter 3. Too often we are quick to point our own crooked finger at the sin of another man, especially when we feel comfortable that his sin is greater than anything we are doing or have done. Here is my point. If having been divorced DISQUALIFIES one from the role of pastor (and I don’t find anywhere in Scripture where that is taught), deacon, elder, etc., then so does not being respected by some; being or having ever been inhospitable; having ever been drunk, having ever expressed violence; having ever quarreled with another, etc. If you find a pastor out there (anywhere at all) who can measure up to this, you have to ask a few more questions. Is he a good teacher? I have witnessed one or two, or three that were not (are they disqualified). Is he above reproach? HUUM. Let’s just cut to the chase- is he BLAMELESS. Well, he’s got to be disqualified. What about the new convert? How to we INTERPRET that? When Paul wrote that, practically everyone in the newly established churches was a new convert (at least in terms of how we might view it 2000 years later). We can’t take one or two of the BIG ones and hold them up and give a pass on the others. They were all given in the same breath so to speak. What we can be sure of is that the love of Christ supersedes all; the mercy of God is incomprehensible and the work of His grace covers a multitude of sins. God bless, Jeff |
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1136 | Church staff's salary questionable | 1 Tim 3:7 | jlhetrick | 171440 | ||
Hello rockford, Interesting comment. You wrote: "May I suggest here that living "of the gospel" would be living by faith. I find that guaranteeing someone a SALARY would not be living by faith." Are you employed? If so, do you get paid a salary? If so, is your salary guaranteed? If you said yes to these questions, would you say you are living by faith? Would you relocate your family to a new state or town and committ to a job that said, sorry, we don't guarantee your salary? Think about it, Jeff |
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1137 | I can use Galatians 4:16 as a support. | 1 Tim 5:19 | jlhetrick | 184381 | ||
Hello TTime, sounds like a dire situation and my heart goes out to you as you are apparently very disturbed about the situation. However, let my words be words of caution. It is far from our understanding, and possibly your own, just exactly what this leader is involved with. Possibly sinful behavior, possibly reaching out to the lost. So my caution is that you don't misjudge this person and act in a way that will end up embarrassing yourself and putting yourself in the wrong. It may be more appropriate to have someone more grounded in Scripture deal with this. It's no small thing to question or "confront" a leader called by God as we have to assume at this point this person is. While your mulling this over consider the following passage. Matt 9:10-13 10 And as Jesus reclined at table in the house, behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and were reclining with Jesus and his disciples. 11 And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to his disciples, "Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?" 12 But when he heard it, he said, "Those who are well have no need of a physician , but those who are sick. 13 Go and learn what this means, 'I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.' For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners." ESV God bless and prayer for the Lord's guidance on this, Jeff |
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1138 | I can use Galatians 4:16 as a support. | 1 Tim 5:19 | jlhetrick | 184426 | ||
Hello TTime, It seems you have resisted if not rejected my input. Allow me to clarify please. I did not intend to suggest that you have no grounding in the Word, I apologize for having come across that way. On the forum I have a habit of "cutting to the chase" as the space and time is limited for responding. Your original question was: "Where are scriptures to support having to confront leadership or authority? I recall I believe there was a time when Peter had to confront authority..." A clear statement that you did not have the Scriptural foundation to address the problem at hand. This issue being such a delicate matter, I felt it prudent to recommend you leave the matter to someone "more" grounded in the Word. I hope this is better expressed and received. Sorry you didn't find the scripture reference helpful. But your follow up to me did very well to demonstrate the application. You are half right concerning those sinners that Jesus interacted with. Some were changed, but some, as we see in the text, were not. Multiple encounters with the religious leaders of the day are good references. I agree totally that if this "leader" is accepting of the sin vs. the sinner then your concern is legitimate. While I am not an "official" church leader, I do believe I am a respected member of the church and local community. This weekend I will be attending a dinner party with my wife and her coworkers. It will be in a public place. There will be alcohol served and at least two of the participants are openly homosexual. I will be friendly and sociable. I know some things about these people and I don't believe a one of them to be saved. They also know a little about me. It's nice to know that my presence alone is enough to prevent dirty jokes and other behaviors that are customary for this group. I will enjoy my meal and my wife's company and pray that my witness will be obvious. Of course, I always pray that the Lord will use me to lead another to Him. God bless and thank you for allowing me to clarify. Jeff |
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1139 | I can use Galatians 4:16 as a support. | 1 Tim 5:19 | jlhetrick | 184475 | ||
Greetings TTime, thank you for your comments. I'm glad your concerned about the witness of Christians and I pray for a successful outcome regarding your current struggles. I do appreciate what you are going through. In my years as a Christian I have been disappointed by many in the church regarding their sin. In time though, I finally realized that my attention to their sinfulness did more to take time, energy, and effort away from dealing with my own sin. It's like racism. Focusing on the perceived shortcomings of the other in order to feel superior. It's a tragic trap to get caught up in. I agree that it is inappropriate for any Christian to be participating in any sin at any time for any reason. Any Christian, including one in a leadership position, needs to be held accountable when continuing willfully in sin. If you find it necessary to take on that role of disciplinary yourself, I hope this exchange has given you enough to think about during the course. One final thought and passage that hopefully will help. "Matt 7:1-5 "Judge not, that you be not judged. 2 For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. 3 And why do you look at the speck in your brother's eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your brother, 'Let me remove the speck from your eye'; and look, a plank is in your own eye? 5 Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother's eye. " NKJV It is not my intention to call you the "hypocrite" but to encourage you to ensure that you are not. God bless, Jeff |
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1140 | Can you define or explain II Tim 4:7? | 2 Timothy | jlhetrick | 192495 | ||
Hello Doris- Welcome to the Forum! A couple of things are helpful in understanding the verse; context and history. Looking at history first-it is traditionally held that Paul was in fact martyred (be-headed) shortly after having written this letter to Timothy. The letter was written in prison and Paul likely knew from his captors as well as the Spirit's witness to him that his time was finished on earth; "...the time for my departure has come." (vs. 6). Looking at the context we see Paul speaking to those things that represent a life lived faithfully in Christ. Not being ashamed of and enduring suffering for the gospel (1:8); retaining and guarding the soundness of the treasure of God's word (1:13,14) being strong in Grace (2:1) are just a few examples from what was earlier written in the letter. Chapter 4 begins with a ceremonious charge to Timothy of what is expected of him as well as a specific warning of what it will look like for those who would not hold to the standard and truth of the gospel. The "fight" in vs. 7 is that familiar to all Christians. The battle of our flesh as it wars against the spirit and the struggle to not be swayed by those things that comfort the flesh. When Paul says that he fought the good fight, finishing the course having kept the faith he is speaking to all these things. He is not bragging, but encouraging Timothy (and us) that the Spirit of God is able to bring us through whatever experiences we might have in this life on earth. In the wider context of Paul's writings there is no mistaking how he was able to say these things. He clearly teaches that the accomplishments and success to the end was the result of God's grace and by the power of His Spirit alone. Hope this helps, Jeff |
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