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401 | EXPLAIN MATTHEW 24 VS. 1-10 | Matt 24:1 | CDBJ | 184806 | ||
Hello Coper, I guess the fewer words used the better. So let me just ask you this straight up! With regards to your understanding of the message spoken by Jesus on the mount, do you believe the Christ returned during the lifetime of his disciples? That’s all I’m asking, CDBJ |
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402 | Please fill out , Update User Info. | Bible general Archive 3 | CDBJ | 184790 | ||
Thanks stjohn, Now if I can find a way to get the message back up so others well see it. That was interesting to say the least but a might long but nice reading an informative,thanks. That's some butifull country up there where you live! CDBJ |
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403 | EXPLAIN MATTHEW 24 VS. 1-10 | Matt 24:1 | CDBJ | 184769 | ||
Hello coper44, Am I reading you right when you suggest the following? “It's interesting to note how many times Jesus used the word "you" when answering his disciples questions. This indicates that Jesus was referring to the generation to which he was speaking (see also Matt. 23:36).” Are you making a statement that the word “you”, as used in the Olivet Discourse, is only referring to those that were within hearing range of Christ’s voice? If that’s the case, then everything that he spoke to them, doesn’t pertain to us, right? I guess then, if that’s the case, you don’t believe the word “you” was rhetorical in nature and includes the scope of all believers? Please clear this up for me or am I not understanding what you are saying, CDBJ |
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404 | Concept of Heaven and Hell in OT | 1 Cor 10:20 | CDBJ | 184713 | ||
Greetings Lon3RB, Have you ever mentioned in your class what the main thrust of the Bible is, and for that matter are you fully aware of it yourself? The forum isn’t actually geared toward world wide religious activities but a study of God’s Word the Bible. Have you come to the place yet where you can say for certain that eternal life is a reality, in your life, as you see it and why? CDBJ |
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405 | Clearing up philosophical confusion | 1 Cor 10:20 | CDBJ | 184660 | ||
Greetings, Nearly all who read the Koran end up as Moslems the sad part is that very few that read the Bible actually end up as Christians they might even attend a church with a Christian name. They might even go so far as to say they are Christians but "true Christianity isn’t a religion, it’s a relationship", and one "must" actually be born into God’s family by a work performed by God. 1 Peter 1:23 having been born again, not of corruptible seed but incorruptible, through the word of God which lives and abides forever, Speaking of Jesus, John 1:13 who were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. John 3:3 Jesus answered and said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God." The Bible gives a strong warning. Matthew 22:14 For many are called, but few are chosen." Have a great day, CDBJ |
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406 | Does God use extreme punishment | 1 Cor 5:5 | CDBJ | 184607 | ||
Hello ebrain, It’s understood that the Lord exercises "perfect justice" in everything that He does. The Lord is at work in His church orientating His own and conforming them to His will and purpose. Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. Once we are members of God family the object lesson is conformity to the image of God’s Son. If, while we are still in this life and we refuse the Lord’s correction, He can and does remove the obstinate ones and orientates them very quickly in eternity without their old sin nature getting in the way. Some believers have to learn their lessons the hard way. Romans 8:29 (A) For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, Hebrews 12:11 Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. It helps to notice, in the scripture that you mentioned, the following reason. 1 Cor. 5:5 (A) deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, Emphasis on the word “flesh”. The next word in the verse is, “that”, and here comes the reason. 1 Cor. 5:5 (B) that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus. The ones that undergo the previous action are loser, “believers”! But, 1 Cor. 3:13-15 each one's work will become clear; for the Day will declare it, because it will be revealed by fire; and the fire will test each one's work, of what sort it is. 14If anyone's work which he has built on it endures, he will receive a reward. 15If anyone's work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire. I’d rather learn the easy way, CDBJ |
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407 | Clearing up philosophical confusion | 1 Cor 10:20 | CDBJ | 184583 | ||
Hi Lon, Studying religions to fine out what people are thinking is a lot like studying counter fit money so you will recognize it. The treasury department agents know the real thing, inside and out, so that a phony bill stands out like a sore thumb when it comes along. Just like bogus bills different religions are popping up faster then one can study them. Wouldn’t it be more advantageous to study God’s Word, the Bible and grow at the same time? 2 Peter 3:18 but grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen. 2 Tim. 2:15 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Tim. 3:16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, CDBJ |
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408 | The fruit and leaves of the tree of life | Gen 2:9 | CDBJ | 184549 | ||
Hello jonp, Thank you for explaining what Americans believe. Surprising as it may seem, as you have ended all of your informative post, most of the believers that I know are relying on Bible doctrine and God’s promises not someone’s wishes, even if one assume them as the best. Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Now as for the gospel message, I wasn’t even a wear that it encompassed more then soteriology but then I’m still growing, as it were. Are you suggesting that Paul might have left something out of the following; I thought this was the gospel message? 1 Cor. 15:1-8 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; 4And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: 5And that he was seen of Cephas, then of the twelve: 6After that, he was seen of above five hundred brethren at once; of whom the greater part remain unto this present, but some are fallen asleep. 7After that, he was seen of James; then of all the apostles. 8And last of all he was seen of me also, as of one born out of due time. You certainly sound very proud of that long line of saints that you’re standing in? That’s strange to me because most of the saints I know are resting in the Lord and not depending on them selves or standing in some kind of a line but then I’m not exactly sure what is going on thousands of miles away across the pond; thanks for the heads up. CDBJ |
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409 | The fruit and leaves of the tree of life | Gen 2:9 | CDBJ | 184478 | ||
Hi jonp, I don't agree with your synopsis, since you don’t believe in the literal return of the Lord Jesus Christ and the setting set up of His kingdom on earth, i.e. “The Millennial Reign of Christ”. I doubt if the forum could contain your opinions of the book of Revelation that is if you even consider it as being inspired? You have posted messages that would lead one to understand that you do believe in Christ Jesus and that’s great! 2 Tim. 2:15 (NASB) Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, handling accurately the word of truth. CDBJ |
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410 | The fruit and leaves of the tree of life | Gen 2:9 | CDBJ | 184454 | ||
Hello jonp, I would assume, from your answer that you aren’t a proponent of the 1000 year earthly “physical reign” of Christ or what most call, “the millennium reign of Christ”? Am I assessing your response correctly, since you completely neglected the general thesis of my question, the tree of life and its recipients, and your suggestion to concentrate on soteriology that you reject all prophecy with regards to eschatology or are there certain part that you prefer to allegorize? Have a great day, CDBJ |
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411 | origin of the devil | Ezek 28:13 | CDBJ | 184222 | ||
Thank you very much for the informative response, I must say the Bible doctrine that I have sustained in my frame of reference has gone through “many overhauls” since the early years when I was placed in God’s family; the later part of 1965. Some truths are well polished by reason of use but still others are in place but lack the proper refinements brought about by smoothing and finishing of numerous other verses of the same essence. Psalm 119:160 The sum of Thy word is truth, And every one of Thy righteous ordinances is everlasting. I believe we have only established truth when “all the verses” of Scripture pertaining to that particular doctrine withstand the tests of scrutiny of other Bible verses and there are no contradictions. I try to understand Scripture at face value accepting it in it’s most normal, natural and customary sense. Your particular suggestion in Genesis, portraying an angelic court, will have to float in my storage compartment for now since I personally don’t have enough Scripture to support it. 2 Tim. 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, Ephes. 4:13 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 fulness of Christ. Still growing in Christ, CDBJ |
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412 | origin of the devil | Ezek 28:13 | CDBJ | 184200 | ||
Greetings Jonp, It’s hard for me to grasp and angelic court from the words Us and Our as you suggest in, Genesis 1:26 Then God said, "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth." Wouldn’t it appear strange that one of the members of the God head would be conversing with anyone besides the other two members of the trinity about something that God was going to create? I don’t understand or see how an angel could assist God in a creating situation of any kind, be it man or whatever? I’m open to anything that might be in that verse but I must admit I can’t see it. Wouldn’t the word 'elohiym even as you mentioned, being a plural word in the Hebrew, lean toward the three personalities of the trinity and thus one of the members speaking to the other two in a way that we as humans could grasp? I realize that all three of the personalities of God knew exactly what they were going to do and God didn't have to say it but I think it was penned that way for our benefit. CDBJ |
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413 | Cont radiction??? | John 1:14 | CDBJ | 184106 | ||
Greetings San Lukas, I’m going to let Scripture spell out who Jesus is then the decision is yours. Matthew 16:13-17 When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?" 14So they said, "Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." 15He said to them, "But who do you say that I am?" 16Simon Peter answered and said, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." 17Jesus answered and said to him, "Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven. John 8:24 Therefore I said to you that you will die in your sins; for if you do not believe that I am He, you will die in your sins." Col. 2:8-10 Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ. 9For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily; 10and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power. The best advice I can give you is to start reading the New Testament beginning with the book of Matthew and "ask God" to reveal Himself to you as you read. If you really want to know the truth, God can show you: don’t skip around just read each book through to the end of the New Testament. CDBJ |
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414 | what does ephesians 4:9 mean-"descended" | Eph 4:9 | CDBJ | 184096 | ||
Hi Jonp, The verse you quoted, Rev. 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me. Keeping the verse in context, is it actually directed towards believers or unbelievers? Is that verse indicative of regeneration or restoration to fellowship? In other words is Christ inferring His initial indwelling or an arising, due to a restraint, when he uses the word, (eiserchomai) in the original language? I’m enjoying you posts as well as PDAL's. I hope you're enjoying the forum but I sure would like to see a little more about you in your "personal" profile! Have fun, CDBJ |
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415 | what does ephesians 4:9 mean-"descended" | Eph 4:9 | CDBJ | 184087 | ||
Greetings PDAL, That’s starting to sound better to me now but where exactly is it in Scripture that I can find what you suggest? You made the statement. “Once we ask Jesus into our heart by choice of course(not automatic)there is a change that takes place in our spirit. In Adam our condition was spiritual death. By asking Jesus into our heart that condition changes from death to eternal life” Where does God promise to do anything for us if we invite or ask Jesus into our heart, or is that just an assumption? I sure would like to have that “chapter and verse” if you could please, I can’t seem to find it in any of the Bibles that I have access to. What translation are you using? Have a great day, CDBJ |
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416 | Cont radiction??? | John 1:14 | CDBJ | 184086 | ||
What I say doesn't amount to a hill of beans; it's what the Bible says that counts. Who do you think the person of Jesus Christ was according to the Bible? CDBJ |
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417 | what does ephesians 4:9 mean-"descended" | Eph 4:9 | CDBJ | 184034 | ||
Hi PDAL, The water is clearing "a little". I understand what you are saying about Adam. 1 Cor. 15:22 For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive. The way I see it the sin of Adam was imputed to us through procreation, we are of his seed; he made the bad choice and went contrary to God. Through our physical birth we are in Adam and there was no individual choice on our part; that’s a bummer. But the verse, 1 Cor. 15:22, goes on to say, in Christ all shall be made alive. I was in Adam due to my physical birth, no chance of a choice on my part. But now I have a personal choice, and that choice is if I want to personally be placed in Christ. There again a birth takes place and I am born again and God through his fantastic plan places me positionally in His Son. John 14:6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. With this being the case I can see where Christ could be considered the Last Adam but not the second Adam, as “you suggest” with number three, four, and five and so on coming along at some point in time. I don’t believe God has more then one plan for us as lost individuals and being placed in His Son “isn’t” something that’s automatic; it’s a grace function that’s triggered by faith in God’s object, Jesus Christ. You make it sound as though everyone will automatically be placed in Christ and have eternal life? Isn’t there some kind of a universal name for that; I don’t believe the Bible teaches it though? Maybe you could clear up that muddy spot for me a little better, CDBJ |
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418 | what does ephesians 4:9 mean-"descended" | Eph 4:9 | CDBJ | 184010 | ||
Hi PDAL, I’m not the sharpest knife in the drawer; so if it isn’t too much trouble could you please explain that post a little differently? It’s about as clear “to me” as mud. Sometimes it takes me a while to learn things; when I was born my mother held me back a couple of years, CDBJ |
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419 | Still not convinced preterism is false | Matt 16:28 | CDBJ | 183952 | ||
Greetings Coper, You are persistent in assuming that all the verses that have been presented to you are things that have happened in the past, which would be considered as “history”. My question, giving you the benefit of the doubt, was as follows. “Well if your synopsis is true then it should be a very easy matter to point out who the man of sin was”, since it would be of historical record. You answered me with the following. “I don't know about you but I haven't run across ANY "very east matter(s)" when it comes to eschatology.” Since it’s obvious that you don’t know the difference between “history” and “eschatology”, it looks to me like you’re in the process of chasing you’re proverbial tail, if you get my drift? The best, and “final, advice” that I can give you is to pick up a copy of the book, “The Sign”. ISBN 1-58134-232-2 That way we would at least be on the same page, as it were, or maybe we could even move on to another topic! 2 Tim. 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. CDBJ |
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420 | Where I can find documentation | 2 Tim 3:16 | CDBJ | 183914 | ||
Hi stjames, That’s very interesting but it appears that there is some sort of a contradiction at work here. You suggest that you are saved by something you have done, namely baptism and taking the Eucharist yet on top of all this you claim the following. You believe you can loose this salvation since you suggested the following, “Absolutely, through sin.” From your answer, it “doesn’t appear” as though you have acquired God’s “everlasting salvation” as of yet. Although you do have something that very closely mimics God’s eternal salvation, except what you have is perpetuated by and sustained by you, instead of God, because you believe you can loose it. I see a vast difference at work here that looks like a compromise between a religion at work and relationship that’s already completed. Just what sin is it that you think you could commit that would cause a person, which is a child of God, to loose their salvation; once they have been born into God’s family? It could only be a sin that Jesus neglected to pay for when He was on the cross; and to think such a thing would be the height of personal arrogance! The salvation that God gives us is based on His character and mercy not our puny works of “self” righteousness. God’s underserved mercy in action is called grace; it’s unearned and undeserved. We are only right in God’s site when we place our “entire hope and faith” in what the Son did for us on the cross; not some superficial sanctimonious function that takes place in a church service. Ephes. 2:8-9 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9Not of works, lest any man should boast. 1. As a child of God, through FAITH, in the person of Jesus Christ, God has saved me from the penalty of sin. God’s work is eternal not something that I do and can lose. 2. As I live my life in time, taking in Bible doctrine while under the controlling influence of God’s Holy Spirit; who was given to me as a seal. This happened the moment “I put “all of my faith” in God’s Son, Jesus Christ: from then on God is at work delivering me from the power of sin in my life. 3. At the point of the death of my body or the rapture, which ever occurs first, I will be delivered from the very presence of sin. It’s all a work of God and He gets all the credit!! I can’t gain any points with God because of anything I deem respectful, God is only impressed with the work that His Son did and it’s all a grace operation. 1 John 5:13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. God’s work plus man efforts equal Lost for ever. God does all the work and God get all the credit! 2 Cor. 5:21 For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him. CDBJ |
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