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1161 | Dialogue with KJV only person? | 2 Tim 3:16 | jlhetrick | 215817 | ||
Personally I don't believe you should attempt a dialogue and nor should you allow someone to "rope you in" to such a discussion. You might suggest that the two of you spend time studying the bible instead of arguing over the translations and see if he/she will bite. You might even agree to do the study using the KJV and not let it be an issue. As for the suggestion that the NASB was translated by evil people, well, I wouldn't even honor that with a response of any kind. |
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1162 | Good evil and evil good? | 2 Tim 4:1 | jlhetrick | 237761 | ||
Hi - Scripture vividly describes how people have called good evil and evil good since the very beginning. For example, see Genesis chapter 3 starting with verse 6. God had already said that Adam could not eat from a particular tree. But he agreed with Eve who agreed with the serpent that the tree was "good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise" and so they ate of it in disobedience to God's command. You may be thinking of 2 Timothy 4:3 which says "for the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but wanting to have their ears tickled, they will accumulate for themselves teachers in accordance to their own desires" (NASB). This, I believe, is speaking specifically of the church; read the entire chapter for context. |
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1163 | Your thoughts on 40 Days of Purpose? | 2 Tim 4:2 | jlhetrick | 160566 | ||
Hi Hank, Well said, There is also a radio program (really more of a short blurb) called "Back to Genesis". These kinds of reality checks are great for us christians and any who might stumble across them. Thanks, Jeff |
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1164 | Deacon qualifications | Titus 1:6 | jlhetrick | 175952 | ||
Hello Pm, Is this man "above reproach"? Do all of his children believe? Has he ever indulged or been wasteful or ever at any time rebelled against authority or God? I ask because I have noticed over the years that the issue of divorce and remarriage is continuously used in disqualifying oneself or others disqualifying one from being a decon; while the other qualifications are ignored. What's my point? If you consider all of the other requirements you will find that not a single man living can be said to meet them. So why did Paul pass on these qualifications? "Now what is the sum of it? The first thing is that every deacon is called to a personal examination. As the reader looks at his own life, he should weigh it against these scriptural qualifications which are set forth for the deacon as he serves in this wonderful office that has been planned of God. Remember again that these qualities are seldom absolute. The fact that in any one of them a man may seem to fall short does not mean at all that he ought not to be a deacon. They are all capable of developement. these are areas of growth in grace for the man who has been chosen of God and chosen of the church to serve as a deacon. An honest assessment may indicate strength in one and weakness in another. It is at the point of weakness that God should be asked for grace toward becoming more and better and stronger in service." (Robert E. Naylor, 1955). Hope this helps add insight into Pauls words. It's very interesting that a lot of Christians have focused on this one point while allowing men who fall short in the other areas, who is not growing in them, to serve as deacons. Perhapse I am sensitive to this topic at this time. Someone very close to me recently resigned from the position of deacon in his church. He did so because many church members rejected an apparently very spiritual man from the office of deacon because he had been married and divorced decades ago before coming to Christ. The same was true for this man I know. He had been divorced and remarried before coming to Christ. He decided that if his local church was going to interpret the Scriptures in this way, he had no choice but to resign his office as well. I can't speak for him, but I don't believe he did this in protest; but to keep consistent with how the church was voting. Never mind that this same church accepted him as deacon, with full knowledge that he had been married, divorced, and remarried years ago. Hope this was helpful, Jeff |
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1165 | Deacon qualifications | Titus 1:6 | jlhetrick | 176017 | ||
Your welcome, glad I could help. God bless, Jeff |
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1166 | Got Patient, Need Rest TGIF/S? | Titus 3:9 | jlhetrick | 211371 | ||
Amen brother Steve, well stated. | ||||||
1167 | Even the least among you... | Hebrews | jlhetrick | 181399 | ||
Hello Bob, Welcome to the Forum. I believe your thinking about this verse: John 14:12 (NASB95) 14:12 "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do, he will do also; and greater works than these he will do; because I go to the Father. God bless, Jeff |
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1168 | What does "Edens Dawn Light Mean?" | Heb 2:9 | jlhetrick | 200940 | ||
Amen! | ||||||
1169 | Do you know a way to get into the Bible? | Heb 8:10 | jlhetrick | 206127 | ||
Imm- welcome to the Forum... Am I understanding you to be saying God would have us read the "New Test, only"? What about the OT? Thanks, Jeff |
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1170 | Purification | Heb 9:1 | jlhetrick | 238573 | ||
Read the entire 9th chapter of Hebrews to start. It's a good explanation that I believe will help answer your question. | ||||||
1171 | Future sacrifices? | Heb 10:10 | jlhetrick | 170647 | ||
Hi Doc, You wrote: "I exhort one and all to stand on the rock of the clear teachings of the Word over and above the shifting sands of end-time speculation. (cf 1 Corinthians 2:12-13)" I 2nd the motion. Thank you. Jeff |
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1172 | Church membership scriptural? | Heb 10:25 | jlhetrick | 169330 | ||
Hi Doc, Great point. I want to tag a question on to the end of the thread here. I have been following along with interest. Is it scriptural for there to be a "vote" by the lay membership of the church regarding the decisions and overall course the church takes? I ask this for the following reasons. Having traveled somewhat, I have been a member of several churches, and have also considered myself a "member" of more than one church that didn't have official membership. What I have seen in those churches of my experience that have membership, is that the majority is the leader. That is, the function of the church has become a democracy in which the majority vote rules. I personally have seen Pastors powerless to effect the corse and powerless to make decisions regarding when and how money is spent, who will hold positions of leadership in the local church, etc., etc. Is this scriptural. If God has called someone to pastor a church, does that not mean that God has called that person to lead the church? I personally have seen major decisions made in the church that were contrary to the pastor's and the majority of the decons desired direction. Why? Because the majority of the lay-persons voted differently. This is very often an issue of popularity, or even of rebellion because long-time members are unsatified with the pastor regarding something that has nothing to do with the vote at hand. Sometimes it is a unsatisfaction regarding a personal issue and not a church matter at all. If this approach is scriptural, I will submit to it gladly, but as I currently understnd the scriptures, it is not scriptural. I find no notion of a democracy in the church body presented in the word of God. Where we do see a system of voting, it is the leadership doing so as a process of replacing the lost Judas. And then it is not a vote, but a casting of lots (which was accepted at the time as a way of determining the will of God). And then only after Peter (who we might rightly consider the pastor of this congregation) gave the criteria (without a vote) of who could be considered. (Acts 1 beginning in verse 15). Is there any other example of voting, and does it include lay-persons voting major decisions? I appreciate feedback from everyone who has something constructive to say about this. Thanks in advance, Jeff |
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1173 | Church membership scriptural? | Heb 10:25 | jlhetrick | 169356 | ||
Hi Doc, Thanks for the information. I will not have time to look into this for a couple of weeks. My daughter and grandson are visiting from out of town and I will be traveling out of town myself the following week. So, I will likely not comment on this post; after having taken your advice to read through the confession again. I will probably email you after that time since the topic will be "old" on the forum by then. But I do appreciate your time and feedback. One thing I will say now, however, is that you have helped me to remember something. That is, that even when things ARE organized according to biblical principles, it doesn't mean that men won't still mess it up at times. You wrote: "Since we lack the proper respect for authority, it should not surprise us when we see these abuses". I think you've hit the nail on the head here. I'm not sure that many in the church today see the pastor, decons, and elders as having authority. I'm not speaking of everyone, but in my personal experience, it seems to be true of many. In any case, your post has helped me to consider this issue with a new perspective. Afterall, I never want to find myself in opposition to what is happening in the church; and certainly not if it is in accordance with principals of scripture. I will read the Confession as you have suggested and evaluate the scriptures that it is drawn from. I most likely will end up having a better feeling about it all after that. Again, thanks, Christ's love, Jeff |
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1174 | With out coporate Prayer what will ? | Heb 10:25 | jlhetrick | 188809 | ||
Je 10:21 NASB95 For the shepherds have become stupid And have not sought the Lord; Therefore they have not prospered, And all their flock is scattered. |
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1175 | With out coporate Prayer what will ? | Heb 10:25 | jlhetrick | 188820 | ||
Amen Azure! At age 42 many might consider me a youngster in the flock so my observations are limited in that respect. With that said, it does seem that there has been and continues to be some degree of "scattering". It should come as no surprise perhapse that our generation is no different than that of Jerimiah's. It should be pointed out though that in our time much has transpired regarding God's revelation to men. Still we have the scattering as an obvious reality. Often times, in my opinion (experience) it is a direct result of the shepherds. Eph 4:11-15 NASB95And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ. As a result, we are no longer to be children, tossed here and there by waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by the trickery of men, by craftiness in deceitful scheming; but speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects into Him who is the head, even Christ, It's absolutely clear to me that the "unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ" can not be achieved save for the glory and power of God Himself. God bless, Jeff |
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1176 | With out coporate Prayer what will ? | Heb 10:25 | jlhetrick | 188862 | ||
Amen sister, and it's interesting that you point out that in a time when that particular shepherd didn't care much for the flock teh bond between brothers and sisters was strong and close. This is common in families. When there is abuse and or neglect from parents siblings often bond and become the protectors of one another. Of course, we realize that the Lord is the true shepherd and regardless of how people approach their responsibilities we can rest in the knowledge that Christ is our good shepherd. God bless, Jeff |
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1177 | Quality of faith | Heb 11:7 | jlhetrick | 152699 | ||
Hi terrib, I had a rather long response to your original question but hit back button to make a change and lost it all???? Anyway, I see that Brother Doc has responded but I did want to point you to something specific. As Doc pointed out, salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ only, there is no other way to be saved. So, Refer to Gen. 6:8-9. Even before Noah believed God about the flood and was obedient in preparing the ark, he had favor with God. The bible does not tell us specifically why Noah was considered righteous and blameless "in his time" other than to say that he "walked with God". regarding the specific question in your post here, "did Noah have faith in Jesus Christ" and asking for scripture reference I offer the following: I think it is safe to assume that Noah's above mentioned righteousness and blamelessness would have been directly related to Gen. 3:14-15. I believe this to be scripture referring to the promise of the "seed" Jesus Christ through whom would come salvation from the power of satan and sin. Noah would have had this knowledge of the promise. So, where "quality" might be applied to one's faith, it would only be relevant regarding what one places his/her faith in. A faith in anything other than the promised work of Jesus Christ in old testament times (though they didn't know His name) and the finished work of Christ today, would be a faith lacking in quality (value)and insufficient for salvation. For example: Noah believing God regarding the flood was an expression of faith in that he trusted God. But this particular event of faith lacked the "qaulity" or "value" of being a saving faith in-and-of itself. So, it was not this example of Noah's expression of faith that saved his soul. I believe that this example was an example of faith that resulted in his already having a faith in the promised savior which did have the quality or value of salvation attached. One's faith need not be extraordinary, such as in the examples of Abraham, Job, and Noah, in order to be a faith with value. But rather, a simple faith in Jesus Christ who alone can redeem you. hope this helps. Jeff |
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1178 | Quality of faith | Heb 11:7 | jlhetrick | 152703 | ||
Thank you Brother Doc, Whether your words are loving reproof or consenting affirmation, they are always encouraging. thanks again |
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1179 | Quality of faith | Heb 11:7 | jlhetrick | 152744 | ||
You wrote: "So, if I were a Jew in the OT and believed in the saving Grace of Jesus Christ I wouldn't have to keep the law?" No more so than you do as a NT believer in Christ. That is, not so far as your salvation would be/is concerned. Rom 3:28 Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law. We don't "have" to keep the law to be saved (then or now) but rather, choose to keep it: 1)because we know the law reflects God's standards of morality and righteousness through making us aware of sin. 2). out of gratitude and love for the God that has chosen to save us. 3) out of a holy reverence (fear) of Him who is able to destroy not only our bodies but our souls as well (Matt. 10:28). 4). out of understanding that our God is a righteous and just God and he deals with sin to include the sins of the saved (through reproof and consequences.) and the list goes on. So, as a result of being saved, it is the power of God working in us that allows us to now uphold the law. Rom 3:31 Do we then make void the law through faith? God forbid: yea, we establish the law. P.S. with my schedule it is very hard for me to respond in a timely manner and that is why I rarely post. I read the dialogue between you and Doc and enjoyed it as well as learned from you both. Thanks, Jeff |
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1180 | Quality of faith | Heb 11:7 | jlhetrick | 152847 | ||
Hi lionheart, thanks for the encouraging words. I too stand in awe at the wonderful truths revealed in the OT. I spent years mostly avoiding the OT, mostly referring to it when cross-referenced in the NT. I would like to share something. Once I had a dream, you know, one of those crazy kind of dreams that leave you emotionally burdened when you wake, like a nightmare does. I was standing on air with nothing but clouds around me and a man in animal skins stood before me. He was asking me questions as to why "he" should let me go inside. In my dream I knew there were the gates of Heaven beyond the man but I wasn't able to see them. I was feeling pretty good with my answers, you know, confident like. And then the man said. "He wants to know why you don't see fit to read all of the letter he sent you." I was speachless. Suddenly my body started moving away from the man with increasing spead and I remember straining to see the gates that I knew must be there. When I woke, I felt very burdened and in my heart I was convicted. I had read through the NT many, many times start to finish, however, I had never made an effort to read through the OT. I thank God for using my dream to convict me and point me back to His word. I think Him even more for the blessings revealed there. How much I was missing of my Lord. How much more I know Him now. I look forward every day to know Him yet more. Thanks again for the encouragment Jeff |
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