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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: roviear Ordered by Verse |
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61 | The worse reason to get married? | 1 Cor 7:9 | roviear | 56610 | ||
Bilk, no, it isn't, for the passion Paul is speaking about is sexuality. In fact, by marrying you are removing the pan and fire altogether. If a person is not able to control his or her sexual urges to remain as Paul is (a single, celibate man dedicated to the spreading of the Gospel), then it would be better for people to marry in accordance to God's word and thus, be able to relieve their passions in a manner that brings glory to God. Paul explains in this chapter that those who are married are not as focused on the Lord's plans, for the one must now put concerns of the spouse above all else except for the one's relationship with God. In Christ, Estelle |
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62 | The worse reason to get married? | 1 Cor 7:9 | roviear | 56837 | ||
Bilk, true enough. Hence the reason we should seek God's will in marriage despite our fleshly desires. Unfortunately, too many Christians (even more than non, I might add) are getting divorced because they haven't sought the Lord's will. In Christ, Estelle | ||||||
63 | 1 Corinthians 12:4 | 1 Cor 12:8 | roviear | 57082 | ||
Jericho, do a word search in the quick search box to the left and you will find numerous posts about the gifts of the spirt. Read further in this chapter and you will see the list (v8-10). Type these words into the quick search box and you will see many more posts. In Christ, Estelle |
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64 | How could the Bible be perfect? | 1 Cor 13:10 | roviear | 54073 | ||
Amos 3:7 shows that God revealed Himself to the prophets 2 Peter 1:20-21 says that the Bible is not man's will or interpretation, but God's will 2 Tim 3:16,17 states that the Holy Spirit inspired the prophets, that all the books are God-breathed further points: a) although the Bible is written by 40 prophets over a span of about 1100 years, It is united and doesn't contradict Itself (pretty amazing stuff!) b) today's versions compared to actual writings have no additions or subtractions c) historical finds and current events prove the truth and accuracy of the Bible (I'm not saying all current events are in the Bible) d) our understanding of the Bible increases as we study It, but we cannot understand It if we do not ask the Holy Spirit to reveal God's truths; nothing is hidden, but sin blinds us to the truth (Voice of Prophesy Devotional Study, 26 lessons, the above is a synopsis of # 2 or # 3) In addition to the points above, please also think about this: if God didn't write (or inspire) the Bible, then the 'logical' conclusion is that God isn't big enough, strong enough, or just plain 'enough' to make sure His words and truths are imparted to all of us. If one believes that man interpreted, it follows that one doesn't believe God isn't when in fact He says "I AM." In Christ... |
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65 | women not allowed to be involved? | 1 Cor 14:34 | roviear | 53747 | ||
I have an email pal whose church is based strictly on this verse. The women are not allowed to speak during service, have any involvement in church matters, including ministry to other women or children, and must also keep silent during midweek services. Only men are allowed to bring problems or issues to the elders (the church doesn't have a pastor) once a year. In addition, the women (I believe even those with long hair) must wear headcoverings in the form of hats. Events that encourage fellowship among believers outside of those already established by the church is strongly discouraged. Even the music is a capella despite the fact that King David frequently celebrated with musical instruments. How can I minister to my sister in Christ whose husband likes this church but is sympathetic to the fact that his wife cannot freely worship? She feels stifled to say the least and receives absolutely no edification from such an enclosed environment. I suggested that she, through her husband, approach the elders, but that is not encouraged at all. What scriptural references do I use to wake her and her husband up to following God's wishes for the entire family without offending the husband? While her husband is working on this, I also want to be an encouragement to her to continue submitting to her husband's wishes, any references for that? | ||||||
66 | Where can we go online to read the NWT? | 1 Cor 15:27 | roviear | 56266 | ||
Hi, may I ask why would you want to (if it means New World Translation)? It's not an accurate translation of the original 66 books of the Bible and can very easily lead a person into confusion and false beliefs (see other posts about Jehovah's Witnesses). | ||||||
67 | what's the name it claim it theory? | Gal 5:22 | roviear | 57765 | ||
Charis (or anyone), I know this is a very old post. I cannot seem to find any discussions on the "name it claim it" theory. What are the precepts for this and how is it possible for us as Christians to name it, then claim it? Can we really order God around because it's in His Word? For example, can we really claim good health because God doesn't give bad health? My single friend is claiming marriage, but can she do this based solely on the fact that God created marriage? What about spiritual gifts? Can we claim prophecy because it is in the Bible and therefore is for everyone? What about speaking in tongues? Another issue: I know God spoke things into being. He created them. Since we are in His image, can we do the same thing (one of the foundations for the name it claim it theory)? I have my opinions, but do not know how to support or disprove them using the Word. I believe that not everything in the Bible is for everyone. Am I wrong? Please help! In Christ, Estelle |
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68 | How can we bear another's burdens? | Gal 6:2 | roviear | 55096 | ||
Bearing each other's burdens could be a reference to any number of things. Essentially, each person's burdens are what that particular person finds hard to do himself. For example, a drunkard's obvious burden is one of resisting the lure of alcohol, so providing him activities that do not involve alcohol helps alleviate the temptation. A mother's burdens could be the daily tasks that are beginning to overwhelm her, so watching her children for a few hours would be a relief. A pastor's burdens sometimes extend to the ministering to his flock, so a qualified church member volunteering to teach a parenting class is a release from the many pulls on his time. A child's burden could be obedience, so genuine praise when the child is obedient encourages the child to continue in his actions. Burdens are anything we find a struggle to maintain, therefore we ask the Lord to help us bear up under them. As far as I can tell, He usually answers by sending someone to somehow assist us in our lives. |
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69 | help me with Jehovah's Witness' belief | Col 2:9 | roviear | 19355 | ||
I tried to discuss the Trinity with a Jehovah's Witness to prove that his "bible" and my Bible were indeed two different books. All the scriptures he mentioned were taken out of context, but he refused to read the entire passage. When I explained that his bible's interpretation changed the meaning, he disagreed. How do I show him the error of picking and choosing without understanding the context and the difference of his bible versus the rest? | ||||||
70 | Is the Father's heart humbe? | Heb 1:7 | roviear | 56587 | ||
Hi, the actual reference is Heb. 1:7-9. Since Jesus and God are the same Beings, then yes, God is humble. God's humility is the form of Jesus Christ, the Godman. In Christ, Estelle |
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71 | Is the Father's heart humbe? | Heb 1:7 | roviear | 56844 | ||
Kalos, the humility is by inference. If the Son is God and the Son is humble, then God is also humble. This doesn't restrict God from other emotions or descriptions. God doesn't 'lose' His humility when He is being wrathful toward sin. You could think of it this way: a serving person doesn't stop being a servant because he doesn't help with an event or two. Or, a Christian doesn't stop being a Christian when he sins. If I follow your reasoning correctly, couldn't one also say that God isn't love since the passages quoted seemingly describe the exact opposite? In Christ, Estelle |
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72 | Is the Father's heart humbe? | Heb 1:7 | roviear | 56949 | ||
Kalos, I stand corrected. The Trinity are all equal, yes, but They do not have the same qualities and Jesus and the Spirit always willingly defer to God the Father. I knew this, and have implied this in some of my posts, yet I was still confused. Thank you for clearing this point up. I noticed you did not respond to my point about God being love, though. What are your thoughts of my example? I always figured God and Jesus to be the same Being, not two separate Beings in and of Themselves. Further support of your point is Phil 2:5-8, which I used as a reference for another Forum member. In Christ, Estelle |
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73 | Is the Father's heart humbe? | Heb 1:7 | roviear | 56950 | ||
Radical, my original answer is wrong. Please read the post given by Kalos on 8/3/02. In Christ, Estelle | ||||||
74 | personal | James 1:17 | roviear | 51116 | ||
variation or shadow cast: no hiding or dissimilating | ||||||
75 | Marriage advice from the Bible | 1 Pet 3:1 | roviear | 56608 | ||
Hi, Peter, I Peter 3:1-7, and another good one is Proverbs 31 (for the wife to be). Also, 1 Cor. 7:1-24. The actual passage stops at 16, but the rest of this section speaks of our lives assigned by God and is also good. You may also want to point them to the following books. I've found them especially helpful in changing my heart and attitude toward my husband: Capture His Heart: Becoming the Godly Wife Your Husband Desires by Lysa TerKeurst [her husband also wrote a book called Capture Her Heart] Reforming Marriage by Douglas Wilson The Excellent Wife: A Biblical Perspective by Martha Peace The Surrendered Wife by Laura Doyle Any of these books are great reads and based on the Bible's teachings for married couples today. If you notice, the last two books are for the woman to read, for she is the maker or breaker of the relationship. (Men, you do realize who has the real power, right? wink wink, ;-). Anyway, blessings on their upcoming marriage. May they have a quiver full of children and may all their days be blessed, even in the midst of arguments. In Christ, Estelle |
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76 | Marriage advice from the Bible | 1 Pet 3:1 | roviear | 56838 | ||
Peter, it's the Spirit, not I. Another good one (I also must continuously remind myself of this): Eph 5:22-33. In Christ, Estelle |
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77 | How do I know I am a real Christian? | 1 John 1:9 | roviear | 55139 | ||
and the following: I Corinthians 15:2 - faith saves Acts 4:12 - call on Jesus' name Titus 3:5 - saved through Jesus' mercy Psalms 18:6 - He hears our cries in distress Psalms 55:16 - be saved by calling upon the Lord Psalms 86:5 - God is ready to forgive those who call on Him Psalms 145:18 - God is near to those who call on Him Isaiah 55:3-7 But the above means nothing if you don't sincerely repent of your sins and ask to be made a new person. Confessions, claims, or requests not made in faith don't mean anything, for it is by faith and the confession of our sins that we are saved. Therefore, the short answer to your question is that one knows he is a "real" Christian when he sincerely asks Jesus into his heart. |
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