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321 | Part 1 Apologetics? | Matt 11:13 | charis | 1825 | ||
My dear RCSCROLL, My profound apologies to you. I did mix your comments with those of another saint, and wrote one answer to two distinct people. I am truly sorry. By way of explanation (not excuse), I think the reason is that I asked a similar question to the one we were following elsewhere. Then I answered your question from the other tree and mixed it up with a comment from this tree. I will attempt to be more careful in the future. Please ignore (forgive) the first two paragraphs of Part 1 and some extraneous comments that do not apply to our original discussion, which was concerning the 5-fold ministry in Ephesians 4:11. (Just to set the record straight, though, you did enter this 'tree' in the midst of a discussion with another saint.) Friend, I agree with you that we do not have apostles and prophets 'in exactly the same manner' as on the Day of Pentecost. But we do have a continuation of apostolic and prophetic work as described by the Book of Acts and Paul's letters. As I described in my 'apologetics' letters, several examples of these two ministries (gifts) are evident. Another point that no one has answered is: if apostles and prophets are no longer with us, why is there no problem with evangelists, pastors and teachers? They occur with less frequency than the first two. I have investigated the Welsh Revival and the Pentecostal Movement, as well as the Latter Rain Movement. There are many works of God in all of them. As to the Charismatics, I find a lot, lot less of God, and much, much more of man. Again, dear friend and colleague, my profound apologies for my mistake. BTW, I look forward to your book, please keep us informed. Blessings in Christ Jesus. charis |
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322 | What is a 'foundation?' | Matt 11:13 | charis | 2064 | ||
Dear Minister, Yes, indeed, our faith in Jesus as the (Bed)Rock of our salvation is number one. In order for our words of faith to manifest themselves, we must apply faith and build (do) upon it. The 'facilitators' between faith and works would be the gifts and ministries given us by the Holy Spirit, our Helper and Comforter. Bless you in Jesus' name, charis |
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323 | Is prophecy dead? | Matt 11:13 | charis | 12272 | ||
Dear Miguel, Amen! Some say that we have the (onganized) church now, so there is no longer any need of the apostolic or prophetic ministries. One look at the splintered church would testify that we need Biblical messengers and encouragers more than ever! Everyone is always trying to say that apostles must be 'Pauls' and prophets must be 'Isaiahs,' and if they are not, they are not ministers of the Gospel. I daresay that there are a lot more apostles and prophets than those recorded in the Scriptures, and that these chosen servants are still among us. If anything, we need them now, desperately! In Christ, charis |
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324 | Is prophecy dead? | Matt 11:13 | charis | 110716 | ||
Dear whyndell, Blessings from Yokohama in the name of Jesus. No, my friend, the question IS whether or not prophecy is dead. According to the definition set in 1 Corinthians 14:3 (" But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification and exhortation and consolation."NASB), prophecy is very much alive in any healthy church. Does not your church practice these things? Your definition of requires prophets to write the Bible. I am very well aware that the Scriptural canon is closed, but this does not keep God from speaking to His servants through the Holy Spirit today. Every minister of the Gospel is, by definition, required to bring a fresh, Spirit-inspired word of comfort to the afflicted, a word of hope to the lost, and a word of wisdom to the foolish. Otherwise, we are just repeating religious phrases. You judge and condemn an entire (and significant!) segment of the body of Christ, and accuse them of false witness and speaking for Satan. Shame on you. Though there are some in these groups that have sinned, an equal number of non-Pentecostal-Charismatic souls have sinned before God. Bigotry and self-aggrandizement are not characterstics to be proud of. Blessings and peace to you in Christ Jesus, charis |
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325 | Is prophecy dead? | Matt 11:13 | charis | 110768 | ||
Dear whyndell, Greetings in Jesus' name! Scriptural support for present day prophecy: "Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, each of us is to exercise them accordingly: if prophecy, according to the proportion of his faith;" Romans 12:6 NASB "Pursue love, yet desire earnestly spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy. For one who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God; for no one understands, but in his spirit he speaks mysteries. But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification and exhortation and consolation. One who speaks in a tongue edifies himself; but one who prophesies edifies the church. Now I wish that you all spoke in tongues, but even more that you would prophesy; and greater is one who prophesies than one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets, so that the church may receive edifying." 1 Corinthians 14:1-5 NASB "And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers,..." Ephesians 4:11 NASB "Let two or three prophets speak, and let the others pass judgment." 1 Corinthians 14:29 NASB "Do not quench the Spirit; do not despise prophetic utterances. But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good; abstain from every form of evil." 1 Thessalonians 5:22 NASB "Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you, which was bestowed on you through prophetic utterance with the laying on of hands by the presbytery." 1 Timothy 4:14 NASB "But all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner." 1 Corinthians 14:40 NASB Truly, the above Scriptures speak also of the necessity of care and responsibility regardng the gifts of the Holy Spirit, but also adjure us to never quench the Spirit. You have named 4 people claiming to be prophets, and could probably name 40 if you tried hard enough. Yet for every 40 you name, there are 400 saints that walk in the gifts of the Spirit with humility and integrity. Your blanket judgement of Pentecostals and Charismatics is nothing less than spiritual bigotry. While I would lean toward agreement that these individuals have abused the gifts bestowed upon them, I cannot accuse them of being "false brethren." This implies they have no relationship with Jesus as Savior, and you have stepped over the boundary separating the correction of Biblical error and accusing the brethren. Tell me, who is now speaking for Satan? My friend, do not fall into the trap of casting accusatory stones, even at charlatans and mountebanks. For stones are curses, and it is unworthy of one saved by grace to pronounce judgement on the hearts of men. Leave that to Christ on His day. Cite error, but refrain from fouling yourself with anger and hatred. "Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus, that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, even as the testimony concerning Christ was confirmed in you, so that you are not lacking in any gift, awaiting eagerly the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ,..." 1 Corinthians 1:3-7 NASB In Christ Jesus, charis |
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326 | what is "blaspheme"? | Matt 12:31 | charis | 21600 | ||
Dear blessedcookie, Greetings in Jesus' name, and welcome to the forum! Please! The Holy Spirit is a He, not an it. He is the third Person of the Godhead, therefore God. Indeed, the Bible states very clearly that blaspheming the Holy Spirit is an unforgivable sin. Also, the Bible speaks that those in Christ Jesus are sealed unto Him. Some would say, therefore, that it is impossible for a Christian to blaspheme the Holy Spirit, and that any who say things against Him were never saved. I find this to be a scary doctrine, allowing us to 'disown' from Christ any that don't meet OUR standards. I, personally, prefer to say that it is 'nigh impossible' to lose your salvation, and give all the hypothetical situations to the Lord, trusting HIS judgement. If it is fairly easy to blaspheme the Holy Spirit by 'grieving Him' or 'displeasing Him,' the none of us will be worthy of His gift of salvation. Blessings in Christ Jesus, charis |
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327 | Sorcery justified? | Matt 13:34 | charis | 69407 | ||
Dear Brother John, Greetings in the name of Jesus! I DID enjoy the site! I rather enjoyed the quote from Douglas Jones: "Harry Potter can't be a threat. Wizardry doesn't really work. And if your kids are really tempted to join a coven, then it's not a giant leap to say that you've failed miserably as a parent. Where is the ballast in your childrearing? How could that even be an option?" While I would never promote reading or watching Harry Potter, this makes sense! When I see parents totally absorbed in 'worship' while their children are running around wreaking havoc with no respect for the place and time of worship, I can't help think that this child is being offered up to the world on a platter. "And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4 KJV If you use the sense God gave you to raise up your children in Him, even Harry Potter won't sway them, much less the works of C.S. Lewis or J.R.R. Tolkien! Blessings and Kurisumasu Omedetou! (Merry Christmas!) In Christ Jesus, charis |
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328 | Offices today? | Matt 15:9 | charis | 14399 | ||
Dear Sir, Greetings from Yokohama! Tis time to sleep, but... With all due respect, all these appear to be more in line with my subject verse than with ministry to the Lord and to His people. i.e. administration within organized religion rather than service to the faithful. In Christ Jesus, charis |
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329 | Offices today? | Matt 15:9 | charis | 14504 | ||
Dear Sir, No apologies are necessary, my friend. My point (my bent) is that it seems that more focus is made these days on the religious, institutional aspects of office, rather than the simple, Biblical aspect of servitude. Indeed, huge religious organizations have done great works, but I consider these minor in comparison to the work of the Holy Spirit through humble individuals to God-seeking individuals. Mega-churches, power-evangelism, super-revival, universities and hospitals cannot hold a candle to faith and ministry. The sin of the Pharisees is subtle, and may have a beautiful facade, but Jesus never once spoke of 'power-in-size or numbers.' He never once endorsed institutionalized religion, but admonished us to beware of it time and again. To say that the modern version of ministry is 'such and such' frightens me. I would prefer the original, unadulterated version. I am certain that the Holy Spirit is capable of giving us the same spirit of the early church, today, if we allow Him to do so. But, for the most part, present -day religion is so organized (into complete confusion, by the way!) that there is little room for the Spirit to work in our lives. My proof is in the state of the church. Though we 'enjoy' all of these institutional 'blessings' and trappings, the simple faith in God is at an all-time low. Our enemy is not stupid! He is aware that the best offense is side-tracking us with bits and pieces of outward 'blessing.' And much of the church is swallowing it, hook, line, and sinker. The present-day church is obviously polarized into the comfortable, (humanly) organized religious persons, and the emotionally-starved experience-seekers, BOTH devoid of the Spirit, while claiming to be filled by Him. The church is in need of repentance, to return to Christ, away from the uninspired religion of this age. I must say that I have never seen a true 'large number of people are working together for the same goal.' I agree that we must have a church, the local church and the universal church. But the government of His church must rest upon His shoulders, not our divided misinterpretation of His Word. Our sin is that if something works once or twice, we say that it is God's will, and close the doors for the Spirit to do something different in the future. We call this 'organization.' Truly, God loves order, but He demands the right to lead things! This is what is missing, balance. The balance of order and dependence on the Spirit of God. The Word of God is *active,* not predictable. When we 'extrapolate' our faith, it is no longer faith, but religion. That is why we need ministers, not administrators, servants, not officials. Indeed, Christ alone holds 'office' since His resurrection. We should relenquish these things to the Holy Spirit, and be blessed thereby. Forgive the 'ranting,' a.k.a. preaching. :-) In Jesus' name, charis |
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330 | Offices today? | Matt 15:9 | charis | 14505 | ||
Dear Sir, No apologies are necessary, my friend. My point (my bent) is that it seems that more focus is made these days on the religious, institutional aspects of office, rather than the simple, Biblical aspect of servitude. Indeed, huge religious organizations have done great works, but I consider these minor in comparison to the work of the Holy Spirit through humble individuals to God-seeking individuals. Mega-churches, power-evangelism, super-revival, universities and hospitals cannot hold a candle to faith and ministry. The sin of the Pharisees is subtle, and may have a beautiful facade, but Jesus never once spoke of 'power-in-size or numbers.' He never once endorsed institutionalized religion, but admonished us to beware of it time and again. To say that the modern version of ministry is 'such and such' frightens me. I would prefer the original, unadulterated version. I am certain that the Holy Spirit is capable of giving us the same spirit of the early church, today, if we allow Him to do so. But, for the most part, present -day religion is so organized (into complete confusion, by the way!) that there is little room for the Spirit to work in our lives. My proof is in the state of the church. Though we 'enjoy' all of these institutional 'blessings' and trappings, the simple faith in God is at an all-time low. Our enemy is not stupid! He is aware that the best offense is side-tracking us with bits and pieces of outward 'blessing.' And much of the church is swallowing it, hook, line, and sinker. The present-day church is obviously polarized into the comfortable, (humanly) organized religious persons, and the emotionally-starved experience-seekers, BOTH devoid of the Spirit, while claiming to be filled by Him. The church is in need of repentance, to return to Christ, away from the uninspired religion of this age. I must say that I have never seen a true 'large number of people are working together for the same goal.' I agree that we must have a church, the local church and the universal church. But the government of His church must rest upon His shoulders, not our divided misinterpretation of His Word. Our sin is that if something works once or twice, we say that it is God's will, and close the doors for the Spirit to do something different in the future. We call this 'organization.' Truly, God loves order, but He demands the right to lead things! This is what is missing, balance. The balance of order and dependence on the Spirit of God. The Word of God is *active,* not predictable. When we 'extrapolate' our faith, it is no longer faith, but religion. That is why we need ministers, not administrators; Spirit-sensitive servants, not officials. Indeed, Christ alone holds 'office' since His resurrection. We should relenquish these things to the Holy Spirit, and be blessed thereby. Forgive the 'ranting,' a.k.a. preaching. :-) In Jesus' name, charis |
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331 | Offices today? | Matt 15:9 | charis | 14704 | ||
Dear Nolan, Whoa! My hat size just went up 3 sizes! :-) If I were to take this test, pass it, accept the results as proof of apostolic ministry, and proclaim it publicly, I would be in hot water on this Forum! Though it is tempting to say, "Yeah, that's me!," I will instead say what I've been saying all along... I believe that all the ministries of service that the Lord gave to the church are still in effect. But, just as the in the early church, it is not an heirarchy, but simply parts of the many-membered body of Christ. Presently, I think my ministry would more accurately be shepherd or pastor. I do have an office; a room with a desk, a chair, a PC, and a small couch for visitors :-) As to qualifications for ministry, I strive to attain that which is exhorted in the letters to Timothy and Titus, but alas, I doubt I I can claim full-time adherence to them all. I don't think I have met a pastor that has, though some might put on a good show! If I might add a question to the test for apostolic service, I would ask if the realm of ministerial service extended beyond the boundaries of the local church. I have used the term 'pastor of pastors' before. This seems to be indicated by the Biblical pattern. Thank you, my friend, for your vote of confidence, though! That I might be an example of Christ Jesus is my heart's desire. Blessings to all, in Jesus' name, charis |
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332 | Are you a "spiritual meteorologist"? | Matt 16:3 | charis | 6766 | ||
Dear RevK Graham, It is interesting to note that the Lord Jesus is making a difference between those that cannot 'discern the signs of the times' (vs 3) and the 'adulterous generation that seeks for a sign' (vs 4). Discernment seems to be a desirable trait, but seeking for signs undesireable. Might I venture to say that the signs are there, simple and evident, without need to pursue them, embellish them, or even create them. Many Christians 'see what is not there' when 'explaining' their eschatology. The signs are everywhere. (which is the name of a favorite hymn!) Just a few thoughts... In Christ Jesus, charis |
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333 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66444 | ||
Dear Cyclist, Greetings in the name of Jesus! Every commentary I have at my disposal identifies the 'little ones' in Matthew 18:6 as disciples of Christ, humble and modest, meek and lowly. This is where I get the idea of 'dependent' on God the Father and Christ the Savior as a child is dependent on his parents. The context of the following verses speaks of 'sheep' and the 'stumbling blocks in life' and 'discipline among the brethren.' Therefore, these same commentators believe that the 'little ones' continues to be the followers of Christ. Some 'public' denominational teachings and authors of Sunday School material like to say that Matthew 18:10 is speaking of 'personal, guardian angels' assigned to each and every child. However, most scholars ('internal' denominational teaching?) agree that indeed the 'little ones' in all of Matthew 18 are faithful Christians. Without meaning to be crude, I must say that if every child has a 'guardian angel,' then these angels are not very effective in keeping all children from sin or from falling into satan's clutches. :-( To many readers, this may 'pop their bubble' about these verses. I'm truly sorry. But the truth about children should encourage us all the more to bring them up in Christ Jesus, honoring the faith and discipline of their parents. Just one man's opinion... In Christ Jesus, charis |
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334 | Are little ones trusting, easily led | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66531 | ||
Dear cwade, Greetings in Jesus' name! Just a quick note, as it's pretty late. I don't know if I believe that it requires a 'break from tradition' to say these 'little ones' are faithful disciples of Christ. Many of the commentaries I use are pretty old (after all, they are free, as is e-Sword!). Also, much hisory I read tells me that the norm is to consider children as the 'seed of Adam.' Please note that I trust, as most Christians do, that the children of a believer are held in a special grace. They are not yet capable of taking the responsibility of serving Jesus, yet God honors the parent(s) faith. (1 Corinthians 7:14) My friend, I believe that the 'innocent children' idea is fairly recent. I cannot say when or where it became 'popular,' but it does not seem to be the norm, say, 100 years ago. In any case, my opinion. So far, nobody has given me Biblical confirmation of the 'all children are innocent' theory. :-) In Christ Jesus, charis |
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335 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66590 | ||
Dear retxar, Greetings in the name of Jesus! I can't see from this Scripture (Matthew 18:2) that the child, and all children, are included in the analogy. Do you have other Scriptures to back it up? Friend, I have no desire to condemn children. When I see the children of the unsaved, I FEEL that they have not rejected Jesus, so He MUST accept them. But what I feel, and what I read in the Bible do not always match! There may be other Scriptures that clearly show that all children are 'innocent' until they willfully reject God, then become 'guilty' until they 'accept' Jesus. I have not yet found them. Please teach me. Otherwise, I will continue to believe that God is just, and that I don't know His plans for all children. I DO know He extends grace to the children of believers for a season, but we have an awesome responsibility to bring them up for Jesus. "And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4 KJV. "Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." Ephesians 6:4 NASB. In any case, we are to preach the Gospel to all mankind, and the Lord will save whoever He wills! Peace and joy in Christ Jesus, charis |
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336 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66617 | ||
Dear retxar, Greetings in Jesus' name! My friend, I always consider! :-) I well understand yout point that God shows no partiality, but I fail to see the connection between this child (quite probably Jewish, and very possibly the child of one of His disciples!) and every child on earth. More than that, however, I do not see this child as any more than an example for Jesus' discourse. Unless the Lord changed the direction of His teaching in vs. 3 and 4 (...like children..., ...as this child...) and v.5 (...one such child...), then the following verses are speaking of followers of Christ only, not including this particular child or all children in general. My friend, are there any other supporting Scriptures that clearly teach the pre-accountability salvation (innocence) of all children? Using only this passage, which is pretty ambiguous, to found a major salvation doctrine is too shaky for me to change my present thinking. Thank you for your thoughts. I look forward to hearing more from you. Love to you and yours in Christ Jesus, charis |
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337 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66629 | ||
Dear Cyclist, Greetings in the name of Jesus! Good question! I did a quick search through e-Sword (my 'physical' resources are in my office, and I'm now at home), and they all say that the pregnant or those nursing babies are not able to flee to Jerusalem on that terrible day. The unborn or nursed babies are not mentioned. When I read your post, the first thing that came to my mind was that these mothers would fear for their unborn or babes. But nobody else said that. :-) Thanks for visiting. We are blessed! Serving Jesus is our joy! Peace to you in Christ Jesus, charis |
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338 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66705 | ||
Dear Cyclist, Greetings in Jesus' name! I devote time time to the forum to glorify God, serve my fellows, and (hopefully) gain knowledge and wisdom. It is a joy to share time with you, my friend, because you challenge without rancor, and are honest about your ignorance. I pray that your example will rub off on me! I have a bit of time these past few days because we are between 'seasons.' Soon, however, the demands on my time will keep from much participation. :-( We have a school drama coming up next Spring, and hope to do some interior and exterior remodeling on our church building next Summer. Because I am the only 'handy' person here, I will become busy with these, as well as the usual Christmas-New Years fellowship-evangelism. :-) Enough about me. (and many said 'Amen!') To answer this question first, I do believe that we are born with an awareness of God our creator. First, we are created in His image (Genesis 1:26,27), so our very being gives us a glimpse of His creation. Though not Biblical, there is a saying, "You have but to open your eyes to see the glory of God!" Though we are born under the curse of Adam, the image of God cannot be erased, only veiled. Jesus 'rent the veil' that His chosen may see Him. But awareness of God is not acceptance of God, nor is it a claim to innocence. For even the demons believe, and shudder (James 2:19). Concerning the 'unborn and nursing babes' in Matthew 24:19 (and others), my 'physical' resources continue to focus on the difficulty in fleeing to Jerusalem, as there will be no time to prepare for the journey. This would make the already hasty flight near-impossible for such mothers, thus woe unto them. None mention the plight of the children specifically. Finally, regarding the 'little ones' in Matthew 18, one little side note: There is a tradition that the child that Jesus stood before them was the famous martyr Ignatius, and that the 'example' the Lord used was also prophetic. Other authors consider this tradition to be doubtful... In any case, the unanimous concensus is that the 'little ones' are humble and faithful saints of the Lord Jesus, and the child is but an example. If you come up with any other Scripture or commentary to refute this, I would like to hear it. Many blessings in Christ Jesus, charis |
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339 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66731 | ||
Dear Johnny, Greetings in the name of Jesus! "For we know that the Law is spiritual, but I am of flesh, sold into bondage to sin. For what I am doing, I do not understand; for I am not practicing what I would like to do, but I am doing the very thing I hate. But if I do the very thing I do not want to do, I agree with the Law, confessing that the Law is good. So now, no longer am I the one doing it, but sin which dwells in me. For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh; for the willing is present in me, but the doing of the good is not. For the good that I want, I do not do, but I practice the very evil that I do not want. But if I am doing the very thing I do not want, I am no longer the one doing it, but sin which dwells in me. I find then the principle that evil is present in me, the one who wants to do good. For I joyfully concur with the law of God in the inner man, but I see a different law in the members of my body, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin which is in my members. Wretched man that I am! Who will set me free from the body of this death? Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, on the one hand I myself with my mind am serving the law of God, but on the other, with my flesh the law of sin." Romans 7:14-25 NASB. My friend, Paul is speaking here of the 'law of sin' that works in our flesh, born of Adam. We are not saved from our accumulated SINS, but from the SIN that rules our flesh. The slate is wiped clean because the ROOT of sin is removed, not because He 'unchecked' each individual sin from His 'ledger.' Actually, sin originated (and flourished!) before the Law. We are 'by nature children of wrath' (Ephesians 2:1-3) because of Adam's rebellious transgression, because he indirectly listened to the 'originator of sin and lies.' Perhaps a babe of one month could be called 'not yet capable of willful sin,' but most by six months are 'ready and willing' to sin! :-) Nonetheless, the Bible does say that we are conceived and born in sin. To 'take a page from your book,' please show me a clear Scripture stating the innocence of all children. I have yet to find one. Please note that the Bible DOES give us some assurance that the children of believers are blameless for the faith of their parent(s). (1 Corinthians 7:14) Finally, Hebrews 5:13, and the surrounding Scriptures are speaking of immature Christians, not babies. Blessings and peace in Christ Jesus, charis |
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340 | Do all little ones believe? | Matt 18:6 | charis | 66739 | ||
Dear Johnny, Greetings in Jesus' name! Please read Romans 7. Paul tells us that we are of a sinful nature. Our flesh was born with the nature of sin. We did not 'learn' sin, or just 'do' many sins. We are conceived and born in sin, which we inherit from Adam. "Everyone who practices sin also practices lawlessness; and sin is lawlessness." 1 John 3:4 NASB. We were born with lawlessness in our flesh. It is not what we did, or our parents, or our society. It is us. Brother, did you ever notice that your little girl was willful and rebellious from a very young age? If you didn't, you are either blind, or not at home, or have the most compliant child ever born! :-) Six months is about the time that most children become aware of 'want.' "I want that!" "I don't want to do it!" "I want HIS toy!" "I want everything MY way, NOW!" If your daughter NEVER said these kind of things, and still does not, then indeed your child is without sin. I would love to meet a sinless child. I haven't yet. Is there a Scripture that declares clearly that children are sinless and innocent? Please tell me. Blessings in Christ Jesus, charis |
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