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221 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67593 | ||
Jesified, I was blessed by your post! God bless you as you proclaim His Living Word. 1 Corinthians 2 1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. 2 For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. 3 And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. 4 And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: 5 That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. Great post and great screen name. |
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222 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67614 | ||
joe Your account of Epaphroditus was in err, therefore your assumption of his sickness was not accurate. You stated: "Epaphroditus recovered from his sickness which almost led to death. Did he not know to name it and claim it before it got that bad? Maybe Paul didn;t instruct him in the faith well enough (Philippians 2:25-27)." However, if you would have read Phil. 2:25-27 just a little further to verse 30, your conclusion would have been different. Please take into account the following; Sick nigh unto death. "For indeed he was sick nigh unto death. . ." (Philippians 2:27). Paul here refers to a Christian named Epaphroditus. Some "scholars" of the Bible read verses 25-27 and then teach "See, see! Paul left somebody sick. He failed to heal somebody." The implication is that it is not God's will to heal everyone, and therefore if you pray for healing, do not be too expectant since it may not be God's will to heal you. Just because someone was sick does not mean you have to be. Epaphroditus was not the "Word made flesh." If those "scholars" had read just a few verses down, they would have seen the reason for Epaphroditus' sickness: Verse 30 says, "Because of the work of Christ he was nigh unto death, not regarding his life, to supply your lack of service toward me." Epaphroditus overworked! See those words "not regarding his life"? Epaphroditus made a choice to continue to work when he should have stopped. There were not many people helping Paul at this time so Epaphroditus pushed himself to "supply your lack of service" (or, "take up the slack," "make up the difference"). Epaphroditus pushed himself too far – that is all there is to it. If he had rested and then got back to work, he would have stayed well. He did not even have to over work – he made that decision himself. |
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223 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67663 | ||
EdB, Greetings, thanks for responding, but I'm not going to buy into your name calling. You have already stated how feel about the doctrine you believe in, so there is no value to continue. Instead of me rethinking what I've been taught, why don't you re-read the terms of use on this forum. God bless |
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224 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67686 | ||
EdB, This is what I posted; Verse 30 says, "Because of the work of Christ he was nigh unto death, not regarding his life, to supply your lack of service toward me." Epaphroditus overworked! See those words "not regarding his life"? Epaphroditus made a choice to continue to work when he should have stopped. There were not many people helping Paul at this time so Epaphroditus pushed himself to "supply your lack of service" (or, "take up the slack," "make up the difference"). Epaphroditus pushed himself too far – that is all there is to it. This is what you posted; inmyheart That is WOF baloney!!!! They place the blame for a sickness on the person rather admitting what they teach is in error. Why do you put me in the WOF cart? And I'm not saying that is a bad cart to be in, but never did I mention "this is what the WOF believes and therefore this is the conclusion I support." Then you state; "As to what you believe, let me say I pray your eyes will be open, and I pray you were given things to think about." What do "you" want me to believe!!! You pray that my eyes will be open---to what you believe!!! As mentioned, I gave my conclusion and supported it with scripture. God bless |
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225 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67687 | ||
Hank You don't want me to comment on your personal tragedy, sad as it is, don't put me into a situation on a personal level. In your support of Joe's exegesis, what is your question? --God bless |
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226 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67704 | ||
Hank-- That may very well be true what you stated, and both of the gentlemen that you speak of may have demonstrated in the past the knowledge and wisdom of God Word. However, when I read a statement like the one below, well it's not a true or correct statement. "Maybe Paul didn;t instruct him in the faith well enough (Philippians 2:25-27)." (from Joe) I gave my account as to why this person(Epaphroditus) suffered from his sickness with scripture. Thanks for your reply, I'm here to study, to receive and give. If I want to be attacked, well what can I say, it's only a post away. But be of good cheer, God loves us. God bless |
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227 | What happens to one who commits suicide? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67706 | ||
Greetings, Just a question, why haven't you responded to any of the posters to your question - Is God's will Prosperity/Healing always? It would be nice to hear your input! Thanks |
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228 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 67806 | ||
Hank Irony? Yeah that's it, I should of known. I guess my brain wasn't working late at night. Paul should not have been working with sick indivuals! Thanks |
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229 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68030 | ||
gracefull. This verse is my stance; "That your faith should not stand in the wisdom, but in the POWER of God. 1Cor.2:5 (KJV) The first "whatsoever" God wants me to know in Phil. 4:8 is what is "true". And if I'm going to know what is "true" I need to find out for myself, because there has been some lies told, even in the church. Phil. 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things.(KJV) Romans 12:2 says for me not to be conformed to this world: but for me to be tranfromed by the renewing of my mind. And the reason for me to do this is so that I may prove what is that good, and acceptabe, and perfect, "will of God". Yes, Jesus came to set us free, to know the truth! God bless |
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230 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68039 | ||
gracefull, For many years, a certain part of the Body of Christ has been taught that faith is a powerful force. Faith can heal sicknesses, receive answers to prayer, and work miracles. For example, one popular verse for teaching this aspect of faith is Mark 11:23: "Truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, 'Be taken up and cast into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says is going to happen, it will be granted him." Also, in Matthew 21:21 we read, "And Jesus answered and said to them, "Truly I say to you, if you have faith and do not doubt, you will not only do what was done to the fig tree, but even if you say to this mountain, 'Be taken up and cast into the sea,' it will happen." Notice that you will be able to do this "if you have faith and do not doubt." Apparently, faith has an inseparable connection with the release of God's power. If you have faith, you will be able to release the power of God in your life and in the life of others. Bible teachings that focus on this aspect of faith show Christians how to release healing, prosperity, and deliverance into their lives. Consequently, the entire Body of Christ is strengthened and made more effective. |
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231 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68078 | ||
BradK God can and does heal, but "Faith" is not a power! "That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the Power of God." 1Cor.2:5 Have you experienced the blessings, miracles and the power of God? The post you responded to was a brief outline, to whom I was responding to, we would have to start a new thread to get the full impact of what was posted. Let me just say, I see it the same way you do! Meaning, how can this person believe that way. Brad, there is a point where we part on what we believe, doctrine vs. doctrine. We have two opposing views. So Praise God, be faithful and so will I, you teach there is no physical healing and I will. I'll be scriptural in my postings and you do like wise :) God bless. "For this is the message that ye heard from the beginning, that we should love on another" 1John3:11 (KJV) Same meaning in the NASB |
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232 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68092 | ||
BradK, This is your conclusion; "I also do not see the terminology of "release healing,prosperity, and deliverance" as being scriptural! A doctrine of men maybe, but taught in the Word of God, no." So I went to blueletterbible.org, and type in release and this is what came up; Deliver, Deliverance, Deliverer : release"). In Heb. 11:35 it is translated "deliverance;" usually Deliver, Deliverance, Deliverer : "deliverance," RV, "release"). See FORGIVENESS, REMISSION. In answer to your above statement, you need to search and do a word study. Just because people mention "RAPTURE", I can't say "I don't see that terminology" in the bible, so it must not be true, see! I believe in ALL the promises of God; healing, prosperity, deliverance, rapture, miracles, blessing, Grace and Mercy :) Proclaiming the Truth In Love!!! |
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233 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68093 | ||
Still hanging in there? Having the time of your life are you? Well, Have a great tomorrow (Lord willing), I believe we can ALL agree in being THANKFULL HAPPY THANKSGIVING! |
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234 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68096 | ||
Hank-- I was getting ready to reply, then I got soft when I read your closing words. So for now :) happy Thanksgiving to you and yours also, and may our Lord continue to strengthen you in this healing process of your heart. Praise Him God bless |
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235 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68111 | ||
Edb, I was refering to terminology to the poster. The paste didn't pick Luke 4:18 either. Read the post again. What is your point anyway? |
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236 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68116 | ||
Charis, Eph. 3:20-21 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. Greetings, you say "I am guessing that you have had relatively few sick days, and overcome many obstacles in your Christian walk." And I say Amen! God not only saved me and added my name to the book of life, but delivered me from my addictions (alcohol and drugs), anointed me to say yes to the counsel of His will. All of my household have been saved (that's in itself is awesome), and yes, I have not experienced any sickness since receiving Christ into my life (over 2 yrs.), actually I thought this was common until I began meeting other Christians who say this is a bunch of hog wash, can you imagine that! Anyway I was reading this book called the Bible, and reading Ephesians, and when I came across Ch. 2 v.10, I gave my life to God. I was not able to walk, but I went to church and this pastor prayed for my leg, he told me not to doubt, but just believe, now I'm walking. So what do you say I should call this? Healed, receive or delievered? or a bunch of baloney :) What about those with a 'less-favorable' testimony? Do we teach them that God may or may not fullfill His promises? That was only for those in the bible? Created loop holes, just in case nothing happens? Charis, I hear you, believe me I do! I go through those valley's too, but I know also that His goodness and mercy is following me everywhere I go. I pray every day to do the will of our Father, and I do stumble, but God tells me that He will never leave me or forsake me, hey that's good enough for me. I'm challenged every day of my life, there is a accurer of the brethren, that old lying devil that doesn't want me to believe God's promises, he is after my soul, and I resist him. He'll use others to cast those thoughts too, but we (I have read this in the Word) are to cast those thoughts down. God has a purpose for my life, as yours, we were planned for God's pleasure, formed for God's family, created to be like Christ, shaped for serving God and made for a mission. Thanks for taking the time to read this, maybe I should paste it to my profile...nah, I'll get a post on that too :) God bless you as God leads you to your destiny. Have a happy thanksgiving (do you celebrate this day over in that country)...Everyone should be thankfull. |
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237 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68265 | ||
Edb, I'm not defending my beliefs. I'm believing in God's written Word, not with "enough faith", but with faith as small as a mustard seed :) God is not obligated to provide me with health, wealth and deliverance, He already has, we live in His completed work, what I have to do is come in agreement with His Word, with faith. The rest of what you posted is your own opinion. Gal 6:9 Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary. Gal 6:10 So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith. Please don't use word like "baloney, sickening, that's childish; 1Cor. 13:11 |
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238 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68297 | ||
Hank-- Why do you and your friend keep labeling me with The Word of Faith movement. I never heard of that before until you both introduced that title here on the forum. Also, all you see is that Paul suffered, you never mention the miracles he experienced. Now you tell me, what is God going to do for you, that He hasn't already done? I never mentioned once anywhere that we as christians walk a path paved with sweetness and light, although there is no darkness in Christ. I experienced sufferings, do you think for one moment that this is coming from God, and I should say "I'm suffering for God?" With all the promises of God you want me to let that lying devil have victory over my life! Would you be crystal clear on what I'm saying, if I said, I'm on my way to heaven, I hope I make it, this road is sure rough but I'll keep remembering all those who suffered before me. It was good enough for them, so it must be good enough for me, woe is me! Anyway back to our topic about paul's suffering; "Paul suffered beatings, shipwrecks, a stoning, sleepless nights,hunger, thirst, in cold and exposure [2 Cor.11:21-33]." In those days, they dug holes in the ground outside of the city. Whenever they were to stone someone, they would push the victim into the hole. Then, a crowd would gather around the hole and throw big rocks at the person's head, until they were certain that it was completely crushed. From biblical evidence, it seems that Paul was actually dead. The timing would be about 14 years before he was to write 2 Corinthians, which would make Acts 14 the time when he died and temporarily went to heaven to see the visions mentioned in 2 Corinthians 12:2-4. Then what happened? God raised Paul from the dead right on the spot and Paul marched right back into the same city! This is why Paul had an "infirmity of the flesh" – His skull had been crushed and he was walking around looking like that. So, instead of disproving the biblical teaching on healing, this passage in Galatians demonstrates God's supernatural healing and resurrection power. Paul was walking around supernaturally with this and many other injuries. I still have to explain the phrase "you would have plucked out your own eyes, and have given them to me" (v.15). From these words, people have concluded that Paul had an eye disease. This interpretation is both irresponsible and dishonest – it had extinguished many people's hope for receiving healing from God. "Would have plucked out your own eyes" is simply an expression! Just like a "thorn in the flesh" is an expression equivalent to a "pain in the neck." You want to know what Paul believed? He believed this: "But if the Spirit of him that raised Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you" (Romans 8:11). It happened to him time and time again. Now how bad can that be! |
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239 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68354 | ||
EdB, Your story doesn't even come close to what is written in God's Word. |
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240 | Is God's will prosperity/healing always? | Rom 8:28 | inmyheart | 68417 | ||
EdB, Thanks, and I mean this in a positive way, my understanding is mutual. God has and never will let me down. We serve the One True God, He has bought me with a price, His Son Jesus, my Savior, given me a purpose and a distiny. God rewards our faith by providing that which we believe Him for. So many times Jesus has made statements such as "according to thy faith be it unto thee" and "Thy faith has made thee whole." He has made answered prayer conditional upon faith (Mark 11:22-24; James 1:5-7; 5:14-16) and doing His works (John 14:12). God in His sovereignty has decided that He will only reward those who will believe Him. Anyone who does not believe makes God a liar and that person cannot expect to receive from God (1 John 5:10). The Bible is full of example of those who limit God from working in their lives due to unbelief (Num. 13-14; Matt. 13:58; 17:20; Heb. 3-4). It has nothing to do with God's sovereign will to bless or not bless. God, in His sovereignty, has decided to respond to FAITH and will do so because He is Holy. This does not make Him man's servant as the critics want to imply. He still requires our obedience (which is what faith is), our worship, and our reverence. Word-Faith, by no means, has delegated the Almighty One to the level of a servant. Instead, we have recognized Him as our Father with whom we obey. God bless |
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