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1661 | Turning to sin after salvation | 1 Cor 6:9 | BradK | 110015 | ||
Aniset, I'm in general agreement with your post. However, maybe you could clarify the last couple of sentences in it. You state: "But, if we happen to do what is bad in his eyes, he will forgive us if we show a truly repenting heart and change our corse of life to do what is good. First, you must make a conscious decision to change. Acts 3:19," I'm assuming you speak of believers here. If so, then are you implying that our forgiveness is conditioned upon our repentance? In other words, do we already have forgiveness of all sins as Colossians. 2:13 states or must we seek further? I certainly don't mean to imply that repentance i.e., a change of mind is unnecessary- I think it is. However, my understanding of scripture leads me to conclude that forgiveness is not only based upon the completed work of Christ on the cross- but that it's actions have continuing present results ( Col. 2:13., 3:13, Eph. 4:32). I would submit that Ephesians 1:7 is one of the clearest scriptures in presenting and understanding the finality and completeness of Christ's atoning sacrifice. "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace" What we see is the that we have forgiveness within the sphere of Christ "in Him" and that this forgiveness is "according to the riches of His grace". This is void of any merit on our part. Your thoughts? Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1662 | Why are there disagreements... | 2 Tim 2:15 | BradK | 109727 | ||
EdB, In just jumping in on this thread, I think you've spoken well. Very well said.There is some "middle ground" on which to stand. I believe we'd agree that while 'ignorance is no virtue", one need not be a seminary graduate to minister and be used of God? I think this in keeping with 2 Tim. 2:15. Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1663 | can i pay my tithes to my mother? | 2 Cor 9:7 | BradK | 109208 | ||
electionresults (Chochma, context, kichmon, et al: say what? Could you please clarify exactly what it is you're saying? I've read Marx, etc. but have no idea of how the connection exists between him and what brother EdB said. BradK |
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1664 | can i pay my tithes to my mother? | 2 Cor 9:7 | BradK | 109196 | ||
Paraclete: Might you be Man or person-enough to just move along, pack up your baggage and be done? For one who purposefully and consistently has ignored the Forum's own stated guidelines, I find it plainly Infantile to cry "foul, no grace"! For those of us who have abided by the rules, your flaunting of them is not only unbecoming, but also tiring and unacceptable. Move on my friend! Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1665 | A bit confused regarding tongues | 1 Cor 14:22 | BradK | 109178 | ||
pukiedo, Might I ask in the spirit of love and cooperation that you tone down the overt hostility? You are treading on a "doctrinal bias" which has been debated numerous times on this Forum... to no resolve. I would offer Romans 14:1 as our guide "...but not to disputes over doubtful things." This is one of those "doubtful" things with true believers on both sides:-) Part of (spiritual) maturity is to agree to disagree, agreeably! Emotions aside, you will not convince anyone against their will by banter or derision. There is simply no call to accuse Hank of blaspheming the Holy Spirit because he challenges or disagrees with you! That's way out of context. Further, to use the passages from 1 Timothy to support your argument also shows lack of regard for context:-) Finally,when you state " All I ask of the people in this forum is RATHER than blast a doctrine, find out about it's biblical roots." What makes you think fellow Forum members haven't? That's pretty presumptuous, don't you think? You might consider your father's own advice "You have the right to be wrong." The door swings both ways, my sister! Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1666 | v18-20 refers to church leaders? | Rom 1:18 | BradK | 108803 | ||
kichmon, Here is the challenge: you are either ignoring or purposefully disregarding the Forums own posted guidelines. That is the source of contention, not any overt attempt to , censure, or oppress your views! The guidelines state: "The StudyBibleForum is an inter-denominational Christian forum. This forum encourages questions and answers but we may determine what is acceptable at any particular time. Postings must be Biblically based and not opposing to the authority of the Bible, Christianity, or the deity of Jesus Christ. Whenever possible, postings should include supporting Bible references. Postings must not be intended as a personal attack on other users of this forum. They must not be submitted as an effort to foster debates, arguments, divisiveness, ill-will, dissension or disruptions to this forum." As this is a Study Bible Forum and NOT a debate forum, your position is inappropriate and therefore not acceptable. Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1667 | Are you a follower of Jesus or a church? | Matt 10:32 | BradK | 108700 | ||
Erik, Your post unfortunately reeks of spiritual superiority:-) You simply assume too much without having any prior relationship, repoire with, or knowledge of what I or anyone else on this Forum believes! I'm afraid you're putting the cart before the horse in making a statement like "Jesus applied His precious grace and blood to me because of my obedience to His gospel" What of Romans 5:8 where Paul writes "But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Though I don't particularly care, how is is that I "claim to get in another way?" Finally, with all due respect, I've seen far too many, such as yourself, waltz in on this Forum proclaiming your views of salvation, pet doctrines, etc. and expecting to be heard or taken with any measure of seriousness. While you are entitled to your views, might I ask what it is YOU hope to achieve? It's been wisely said that a man convinced against his will, is of the same opinion still. I'm still holding to mine. Speaking the Truth In Love, BradK |
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1668 | Adam and sin entering the world. | Rom 5:12 | BradK | 108691 | ||
kichmon (context or Chochma): Your higher criticism notwithstanding, non of the objections are without explanation nor do they in any remote sense invalidate Genesis. You dogmatically state that "Based on the Bible, the Genesis account is symbolic or false. Either we are to accept that the Bible is in error and contradictory or we must say that this Genesis account is symbolic and the two stories each give us truths." How about a third option: The Genesis account is historically factual and true! The Bible and it's books either stand as a whole they fall. I chose to believe Christ when He states in John 17:17 that "Sanctify them in truth,Thy Word is truth". The fact that He quotes from and refers to Many OT people and events gives validity to the entire canon of Scripture. However, it all hinges on His Diety and Resurrection. As the apostle Paul writes "But if there is no resurrection of the dead, not even Christ has been raised;and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain. Moreover we are even found to be false witnesses of God, because we testified against God that He raised Christ, whom He did not raise, if in fact the dead are not raised. For if the dead are not raised, not even Christ has been raised; and if Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins. ( 1 Cor. 15:13-17) Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1669 | Are you a follower of Jesus or a church? | Matt 10:32 | BradK | 108653 | ||
john1423: We are saved by grace through faith (Eph. 2:8-9). CDBJ is correct, and I see no error in his words. No offense intended, but you are advocating salvation by (very little) grace, plus works, then being kept by... works! I think I've summarized your belief correctly:-) Yours is a salvation that is both uncertain and hardly attainable except by self-effort. It is more like temporary life. You are most welcome to that, however I chose to believe in the God who "...is also able to save to the uttermost those who come to God through Him, since He ever lives to make intercession for them." (Heb. 7:25) Let me ask you this: Do YOU really belive you are saved that way??? Speaking the Truth In Love, BradK |
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1670 | Why has the Bible not been added to? | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 108650 | ||
Context (Cochma): This is a Study Bible Forum with certain posted guidelines to follow. My sugestion would be to read them. Also, you own words of correction are back at you: "Yet again you speak without knowledge on this issue." Speaking The Truth In Love, BradK |
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1671 | dreams and visions | Joel 2:28 | BradK | 108577 | ||
Chochma: The problem, as I see it with dreams and visions as you have referrred to them is this- they are completely extrabiblical and subjective in nature. As one who believes in the inerrancy and authority of scripture, dreams and visions are nothing but convenient "end runs" around this. Instead of the Bible being the authority ( as Christ gives it in His proclamation against satan in Matt. 4:4-10), personal visions, etc. become the basis of "truth". The highly subjective nature of dreams and vision should caution one against their being given too much credence! We have the completed canon of Scripture as our final authority and plumb-line of truth! As Jesus said, He is the way, the TRUTH, and the life (John 14:6). Just out of curiosity, you state "To deny any of these methods of communication is to deny God His/Her rightful voice." Upon what basis would you give God a feminine gender? Speaking the Truth In Love, BradK |
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1672 | What is the Holy Ghost? | NT general Archive 1 | BradK | 106609 | ||
Leox, I don't think anyone is trying "to run somewhere" by referring to John 1:1. It is one of the clearest Biblical examples portraying the Diety of Christ. If I may inquire, you state "So to say that Jesus is Divine is to put him on a level that is higher than the angels. However, that doesn't necessarily mean that he is God." What is the implication of Thomas' statement in John 20:28 then? Further, might I ask who Hebrews 1:1-8 is referring to when it says in verse 8 "But of the Son He says,Your throne, O God, is forever and ever." If Jesus is not God, then our faith is useless, for He did not raise from the dead! However, as Paul clearly writes "and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain. Moreover we are even found to be false witnesses of God, because we testified against God that He raised Christ, whom He did not raise, if in fact the dead are not raised.For if the dead are not raised, not even Christ has been raised; and if Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins." ( 1 Cor.15:14-17) I'm afraid I don't buy your argument, and you offer no real compelling evidence to alter my views of the authority of scripture! Since you provide no profile, I'll also assume that you don't desire to let the rest of us on the Forum have any clue as to your "doctrinal bias". Are you a JW? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1673 | is it wrong? | Gen 1:29 | BradK | 105142 | ||
sickhead, I speak from vast experience on this topic, my friend. Been there, done that, PRIOR to accepting Jesus Christ. To answer your question: It's wrong! Though Gen.1:29 is true, it is in no way an endorsement to "smoke weed". As your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and that we were bought with a price, How does one glorify God through smoking pot? (1 Cor. 6:19-20). Additionally, marijuana is ILLEGAL! Certainly our Lord, Jesus Christ would not advocate that we break a law simply to fulfill a fleshly desire. Might I suggest that you enter in to a relationship with Him, and get high on life, it's much better. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1674 | Popular TV preachers | 1 Tim 6:5 | BradK | 104256 | ||
Kathy, My error! Please forgive me. I did read, and then re-read your post, but in editing my response, I neglected to delete that question to you:-( I hope we're good on this oversight! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1675 | Loyal to who?? | Numbers | BradK | 104254 | ||
Aniset, I must respectfully disagree with your statement that "Jesus is not GOD, He is GOD's only begotten son." He is most certainly God as many scriptures testify to. How do you account for Thomas exclaiming to Him "My Lord and my God?" Christ did not chastise nor rebuke him for that! Additionally, Christ is the Eternal Son of God without doubt. However, as John 1:14 denotes, "He is the only begotten of the Father". There is a marked difference between begotten and created! Like kind begets like, the Creator always being greater than the creation. Jesus was begotten, but NOT created. I hope we're clear on this point:-) While scripture is clear that God is one, and there is but one God (Is. 44:6, John 10:30), it is also equally clear that God subsists in three distinct Persons ( Matt. 3:16-17). If Jesus is not God, then how would you account for and explain the grammatical construction of 1 John 5:20? By the way, are you a Jehovah's Witness? Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1676 | Popular TV preachers | 1 Tim 6:5 | BradK | 104219 | ||
Kathy, Allow me to interject, if I may:-) My major challenge with Fred Price and other WOF teachers is that, even though they may have good intentions, they are, for the most part, devoid of sound Biblically based doctrine! What they're teaching is basically man-entered, not Christ-centered.I believe Paul speaks to this in 1 Tim. 6:3-6: "If anyone advocates a different doctrine and does not agree with sound words, those of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the doctrine conforming to godliness, he is conceited and understands nothing; but he has a morbid interest in controversial questions and disputes about words, out of which arise envy, strife, abusive language, evil suspicions, and constant friction between men of depraved mind and deprived of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a means of gain. But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment." Also, your apparent concern is noted when you stated "I know quite a few people who are emphatic that they are in control in Christ and they have the ability to permit God or give God permission when they so choose." Are you endorsing this or condeming this type of mentality? Hopefully the latter! Psalm 115:3 says much toward presuming on God! The problem I would have with this type of thought process is this: It is non-Biblical! To think that we are in control is contrary to the Word of God, to say the least(John 15:4)! Further, where are we told in Scripture that man has any ability to "permit God" or to "give God permission?" This is utterly contemptuous of a sovereign God. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1677 | Slain or knocked down | Eph 4:14 | BradK | 103989 | ||
khuck, I'm glad that I could be something of a voice of reason to you:-) I think being "weirded out" is probably an apt description of this type of phenomena. I can't tell you how common this practice is, but it does seem to be more prevalent in the Word of Faith (WOF)movement and their churches. If you tune in to TBN (which I only recommend with reservations), you'll see the likes of Benny Hinn, Juanita Bynum, Rod Parsley, et al all engaged in this practice- regularly! You are wise to be hesitant, sceptical, and indignant at this type of nonsense. God did not ask us to check our brains out at the door! We need to be mindful, discerning, and circumspect as believers ( 1 Thess. 5:21, 1 John 4:1) Sound doctrine in my mind implies Biblically patterned practices that are also founded upon historic Orthodoxy. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1678 | is headcovering valid now? | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 103646 | ||
azzura, The reference is to 1 Cor. 11:6 where it says "For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered." There is some difference of views on this verse and topic, but I take it to be more cultural than a doctrinal practice. It would as EdB suggests, depend on the fellowship you're attending. For an interesting and informative perspective on this, see the article on "What is the Head Covering in 1 Cor 11:2-16 and Does it Apply to Us Today? It can be found at Bible.org under Bible Studeis/NT Book Studies/ 1 Corinthians. Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1679 | The Forum Continues To Grow | Ps 119:105 | BradK | 103064 | ||
Steve, I welcome your wise observations. I think you've addressed what has comcerned, and continues to concern many of us on the Forum. Well said and seasoned with grace! By the way, I think you gave about 2 dollars worth:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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1680 | PROVE ME: God's challenge to tithers | Bible general Archive 2 | BradK | 102952 | ||
Capemimi, I can understand your view, however we are NOT under Law , but under grace ( Rom. 6:14). Further, "For Christ is the end of the Law for righteousness to everyone who believes" (Rom. 10:4). Specifically, Numbers 18 in context, is prescribing the duties of the Levites, under the law, while Deuteronomy 14 is dealing with clean and unclean animals. Surely you're not a Levite? I believe the NT prescription for giving is quite explicit. What would be your understanding of 2 Cor. 9, specifically vs.7, "Each one must do just as he has purposed in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." While I believe giving is important and honoring to God, we are not under the stringent compulsion of the OT! Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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