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321 | gifts of Healing and Miracles for today. | 1 Cor 12:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 187199 | ||
I agree Mark, we have not attained the full measure yet! Ephesians 2:20 seems to seal it up for me on this one Mark. At least as I am able to understand it. I will agree there are debates / questions per say to what apostles and prophets might Paul be referring to. As I see it, although he might not have given names at this point, he does clearly point out that they are those in which the established foundation (apostles and prophets, Christ Himself being the chief corner stone) is being built upon. But what seems clear to me from this is the foundation has been established. I cannot find in scripture where there is any indication that the foundation requires anything other then what has already been established. You ask, “But what do we do with Ephesians 4?” I fail to see where this passage changes anything. These are the same apostles and prophets in which the foundation was established. Agreed? It should be noted, time has not nor will it change the established foundation! Will it? How is it possible to build upon that which is built to support, if there is ever to be a need to change it? The apostles and prophets that were given to the Church, those mentioned in Ephesians 2:20 in reference to the foundation and the working out of their gift in the body of Christ is still just as much in affect and edifying to the body today as it was when they walked this earth. Point being, their gift was given to establish the foundation the rest would be built upon. The gifts given to them for the Church remain with the Church to this day! This is how I understand it. This is why I do not see how Ephesians 4 changes anything. Hope I made sense? At least that’s how I see it :-) By Faith Brother, Steve |
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322 | gifts of Healing and Miracles for today. | 1 Cor 12:9 | humbledbyhisgrace | 187092 | ||
Greetings Van! It is an interesting subject for sure :-) It goes without saying I have to be honest :-) so let me start off with saying that although I have looked into this subject a bit I have not spent a great deal of time studying it. So, although I can't address each gift I would like to draw your attention to the first few given and get your thoughts on this. 1 Corinthians 12:28 (NASB) And God has appointed in the church, first apostles, second prophets, ... Keeping in mind what you pointed out that the verse says "God has appointed in the church" consider the following regarding the church. Ephesians 2:19-20 (NASB) 2:19 So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God's household, 2:20 having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the corner stone, First point, Christ is the corner stone! Amen to that! Second point, notice verse 20 says "having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets..." So as I understand this, the foundation is made up of the apostles and prophets with Christ as the corner stone (i.e. the first "stone" set that all other stones of the foundation and the rest of the building will be set in reference to. One way of putting it :-) So as God's household (v19) is being likened to a building, being fitted together (v21) we can safely say I would think, that the foundation was laid by Christ and by the apostles and prophets. The question arises, what need is there of any more building of the foundation when the building of God's household has moved beyond the building of the foundation? Go back and look at verse 19 again along with the first part of verse 20. The Gentiles have been made a part of God's household, having been built on the foundation which has already been established as the apostles and prophets with Christ Jesus Himself being the corner stone. Your thoughts? Anyone's thoughts :-) By Faith, Steve |
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323 | Would Adam and Eve have fallen? | Gen 3:13 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186987 | ||
Greetings Brian! Where does scripture teach this? Steve |
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324 | Would Adam and Eve have fallen? | Gen 3:13 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186964 | ||
Greetings Brian! In regards to what you said " Well, I think we see enough actions in this world where people have come to the conclusion that they are more capable of making a proper decision about things than God is and I don't think Satan can take credit for all of those acts, I think sometimes man can do it, all by himself. When man reasons with his intellect that his decision is more right than God's, it is a sign of man's lack of faith and lack of trust in God and Jesus." Does this help explain your point? James 1:14-15 Mankind truly has a sinful nature and according to scripture we are clearly to blame for our sins. The old blame game started way back with Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:12, Genesis 3:13) and still goes on today! God bless, Steve |
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325 | No reprobates in the Bible? | Matt 12:31 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186867 | ||
Greetings Psalm 25! Yes, I agree on the fundamental question and answer! I just wanted to establish what a reprobate was before the discussion lead to pointing to one that had never been saved in the first place and claiming they had :-) That seemed to be the direction it was headed based on AF's post to you. By the way, glad to see you sticking around! I hope you will stay long enough to see that although there will be differences many are here seeking, teaching, sharing, etc... and it's actually a great place to gather with our brothers and sisters in Christ and discuss the word of God. So, once again, welcome and enjoy! I look forward to your participation. By Faith, Steve |
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326 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186808 | ||
I am in charge! You didn't know that? I thought everyone knew that???? I'm just kidding! I've made no claim to be in charge and I'm not your enemy. If you go back and read my post and stop jumping to conclusions and making false accusations as you once again did in your response ("what I saw was an attack on a new Christian") you will notice I'm trying to draw your attention to the fact your assuming way too much. There is more going on here then you understand. I would have thought pointing out to you that you might be surprised on which side of the debate some fall on and that if you take the time to see where they stand before making accusations then you would have a better understanding of what was going on. After all, you have been here less then a week! By the way, this is not the O.K. Corral. No need to take a shot at someone every time you make a post. Just so happens those you falsely accuse are brothers in Christ. Here's a test for you. Which side of the debate do you think I fall on? Your Brother in Christ, Steve |
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327 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186791 | ||
Jeff, I see we were thinking along the same line. Shame on us! :-) |
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328 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186788 | ||
Greetings! And may I say welcome to the forum! Might I suggest that you spend a little more time on the forum to gain a better understanding of those who post here before jumping to assumptions and seeking to shame them and accusing them of not studying scripture. So far you have offered OPINION but nothing else. If you had taken the time to gain a better understanding of those you seek to shame and accuse of not studying scripture you might just be surprised on which side of the debate they fall on. If you have spent as much time in study of this subject as you say then I believe you will be able to discern from the post on many subjects which side of this debate one falls on as ones belief on this matter clearly influences their interpretation on other doctrines. Steve |
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329 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186701 | ||
Greetings Hank! More excellent points on the matter! Steve |
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330 | Calvin or Armini | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186699 | ||
Greetings Jeff! Excellent point! The gifts are not just something we read about. They are real and God had a purpose for giving them! Amen! Steve |
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331 | Mat 21:12 Arrogance or what? on J' part | Matt 21:13 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186690 | ||
Sorry! I mean tares among us ;-( Now where is that edit button??? |
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332 | Is lifestyle change proof of salvation? | Matt 7:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186544 | ||
Greetings Sister! How's this one? Try this... God says it, that settles it! Psalms 119:89 (NASB) Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven. ;-) Steve |
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333 | Does Jesus have two natures now? | Phil 2:6 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186500 | ||
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334 | Does Jesus have two natures now? | Phil 2:6 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186499 | ||
Greetings abeck! My opinion here but there is no need to even debate the JW's. Simply reject their teachings as they are clearly not biblical. Better known as false! You and your husband may want to visit the following link for help with understanding their deceit. http://www.carm.org/witnesses.htm Also, you are right on track because the only way to recognize false teachings is to know what the word of God says for yourself. Don't just take someone else's opinion as fact. Seek the truth yourself in God's word! By Faith, Steve |
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335 | Does Jesus have two natures now? | Phil 2:6 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186497 | ||
Greetings abeck! Praise God! May He bless you greatly as you seek Him out through His word! Questions are good for you and for the rest of us because those that don't know can learn and those that might know also need to be reminded of the truths in God's word. It never gets old and it's worth hearing and reading over and over and over! God bless and dig in because there are so many wonderful things found in God's word, Steve |
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336 | Why not everyday? | Ps 103:1 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186453 | ||
Greetings DLorddaughter! Knowing what the scriptures teach us, my question is why is everyday not a day we set aside to worship and praise God? Just a sample of what I'm talking about! Psalms 103:1-22 (NASB95) 103:1 Bless the LORD, O my soul, And all that is within me, bless His holy name. 103:2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget none of His benefits; 103:3 Who pardons all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases; 103:4 Who redeems your life from the pit, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and compassion; 103:5 Who satisfies your years with good things, So that your youth is renewed like the eagle. 103:6 The LORD performs righteous deeds And judgments for all who are oppressed. 103:7 He made known His ways to Moses, His acts to the sons of Israel. 103:8 The LORD is compassionate and gracious, Slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness. 103:9 He will not always strive with us, Nor will He keep His anger forever. 103:10 He has not dealt with us according to our sins, Nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. 103:11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, So great is His lovingkindness toward those who fear Him. 103:12 As far as the east is from the west, So far has He removed our transgressions from us. 103:13 Just as a father has compassion on his children, So the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. 103:14 For He Himself knows our frame; He is mindful that we are but dust. 103:15 As for man, his days are like grass; As a flower of the field, so he flourishes. 103:16 When the wind has passed over it, it is no more, And its place acknowledges it no longer. 103:17 But the lovingkindness of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear Him, And His righteousness to children's children, 103:18 To those who keep His covenant And remember His precepts to do them. 103:19 The LORD has established His throne in the heavens, And His sovereignty rules over all. 103:20 Bless the LORD, you His angels, Mighty in strength, who perform His word, Obeying the voice of His word! 103:21 Bless the LORD, all you His hosts, You who serve Him, doing His will. 103:22 Bless the LORD, all you works of His, In all places of His dominion; Bless the LORD, O my soul! Steve |
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337 | Destiny of created beings | Is 14:12 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186256 | ||
Greetings MJH! Given the questions posed and the history involved, I would say it is not the terms of evil that need to be reconciled but rather the terms of good which are not understood. I see your not much aware of the history on this one. Never the less, your desire to help is admirable (I think?). However, attempting a shot across the bow when surrounded by fog is really not the smartest thing to do! You may find out your shooting in the wrong direction! Steve |
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338 | Satan? | Matt 25:41 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186126 | ||
Greetings Brother! Just wanted to say Amen to what you pointed out in bullet number 3. Right there at the point where you say “However…” Amen and Amen! Steve |
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339 | Who is Jesus? | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 186037 | ||
Nice try but the things you teach are not even debatable. They are false teachings and require no debate only rejection. By the way, it is by the authority of scripture that I reject the false teaching of the JW cult. The simple fact you quote scripture does not make what you say scriptural. Even satan used this tactic! Was he scriptural? Of course not. Neither are the JW! It has nothing at all to do with my opinion or what I say, it is the simple fact their teachings do not line up with the word of God. Your fruits sir have answered the questions for you! |
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340 | Who is Jesus? | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 185992 | ||
It is the very word of God that has exposed you, not me! As the JW like to say when trying to explain away their exposed false teachings, the light is getting brighter! And it truly is as the more they twist and corrupt God's word the more the true light exposes their deceit! They just fail to see it! Rest where you will, but many are well aware of the JW approach to deceit. They are masters of using scripture out of context and where they cannot they simply change the wording to back up their deceit. So now, let's put the matter to rest. Before your god, answer the question are you a Jehovah Witness or not? If not, then I'm left with no choice but to apologize for accusing you of being and I do. However, I will not apologize for the rejection of the false teaching you push and I would be more then interested in hearing why you would post their teaching clearly taken from their web site. Either you wrote the teaching for them or your guilty of plagiarism. You tell me! I know from the Lord God that I cannot save a man nor can I condemn him. But I can condemn and reject his false teaching! Your call sir, can you answer the question or not? Do you profess to be a Jehovah Witness or do you publicly denounce them? |
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