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361 | Created for His glory and His pleasure | Genesis | stjohn | 195901 | ||
The highest expression of our spiritual life is, in the last analysis, back again to God. That is what we were made for. In the pattern and design for our living, God said He made us in His OWN IMAGE and LIKENESS. We were created for His glory and His pleasure - all things were created for this. We, the effect of His creation, ultimately, are unto the pleasure of God. We were made to know the will of God, and to swing out in that norm. His will may take any pattern; plowing beans or potatoes, or preaching the gospel; it doesn’t matter. The fact is, the soul has found an adjustment in God; embraces the will of God, and, if the will of God is for us to work on a farm, that is holy! Why? Because it is the farm? No. That work is an holy rendering because it is the will of God being performed. God is honored and blessed and glorified where His will finds expression.— Wherever the will of God is being done, He is automatically glorified. “The heavens declare the glory of God.” We get the benefit of the light and all that, but it was to the glory of God first. When His will is executed, it is a reflection of His glory. This is true in the inanimate creation; in the mundane, the material world; wherever He produces a bit of His creative desire, it is always to His glory. Man’s great objective, too, is to glorify God. How can we glorify God? By surrendering our will to His, and letting His will be wrought in us. Then we cannot help but glorify God. Paul says, “I want to focus your thoughts, your prayers, your desires, every feature of your being, bound together in a strange cable toward one thing—glorifying God.” God is setting before us an objective: “Whether therefore ye eat or drink or whatsoever ye do, do all . . .”—that ye might enter the pearly gates? No. Do all that the kingdom of God shall come upon the earth? NO! “Do all to the glory of God!” He never changed the objective for man. Man was made to glorify God and to give him pleasure. “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the Name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God . . .” (Col. 3:17) It all moves toward God. “If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth; that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to Whom be praise and dominion forever and ever, Amen.” (1 Pet. 4:11)—How do we glorify God? We can only glorify God by doing His will, and wherever the will of God is done, He is automatically glorified. I have the joy of doing the will of God, but I don’t always have the joy of doing the THING which is in the will of God. In our life patterns, it we are dedicated spirits doing the will of God, He says, “I can make all these things work together for good, even the devil. Because I am God, and in My permissive will, I introduce all these foreign, strange elements. But I am God, and I can cause them to work together for good to you who are called by Me according to My purpose.” What is His purpose? “For whom He did foreknow He also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of His Son that He may be the Firstborn among many brethren.” (Rom. 8:29) Paul goes on to say, “Be not conformed to this world.” (Rom 12:2) Don’t be molded into the popular world mold; don’t allow your life to be cast into that popular world mold, and become molded into a worldling, because that is a world mold. He says it will press. We know in the world they have a lot of troubles, but, you see, they don’t let their troubles do them any good. It brings them to a place of defeat, and sometimes suicide. When we do the will of God, we feed Him. “My meat and My drink is to do the will of God.” (John 4:34) When did you feed Jesus last? It always pleases me to see how God can work when we let Him do what He wants to do. He can establish a work; He can defend a work; and He can do anything He wants to, if we would only get in with His “want to”, and not say, “Lord, I want to,” but “Lord, what do You want to do?” Then we get through. Most people think the will of God is the most superficial thing. Sometimes the will of God is so complicated, and intricate, and involved, that it takes prayer to get us in a place where we can receive, or even discern it. Paul found this so. (Col. 1:9-11) The will of God is the safest place in the world, but sometimes the most difficult. God still sits on the throne. It is His world. He has a program. He has an infinite will that is pushing down through the centuries, and on over into the ages. How sweet and lovely when my little will, and your little will is swallowed up in that magnificent one of God! The basic sin in all the world is self-will against the will of God. When we bring it down to its last analysis, it may take ten thousand forms; every sin that is committed is a form of self-will over against God’s. All of us have sinned, because we have not perfectly glorified God; all have missed the mark. -- John Wright Follette |
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362 | How does one win grace? | Genesis | stjohn | 196113 | ||
Dear TC What is being pointed out, TC, is the statement that "we win" is not quite Biblical, it doesn't really measure up to good Biblical theology. How can we say "we" win when it is a gift from God that anyone is saved at all? So to answer the question, "How does one win grace?" .... WE CAN'T-!! Eph 2:8 For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; You will find here that you will be questioned, if you say something that doesn't line up with scripture. Something I found out for myself very quickly. :-) God bless John p.s. I hope you don't think we are picking on you :-) |
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363 | How does one win grace? | Genesis | stjohn | 196121 | ||
Dear Azure, I'm happy to give you a laugh. :-) Laughing is good for the Spirit yes? Even though I don't get it the joke, but that happens to me a lot! LOL God bless John |
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364 | How does one win grace? | Genesis | stjohn | 196129 | ||
Hi TC, It seems that our questions may have made you bristle a bit, I hope that is not the case. I don't think that those who questioned, intended to be pedantic, nor do I believe that they were intending to "play a game". Most of us here take the Word of God "very seriously" and our intention is to glorify God. I am glad that you seem to see it the same way. God bless John |
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365 | How does one win grace? | Genesis | stjohn | 196192 | ||
Hello TC, Unfortunately, we live in a country where most congregations don't seem to care much about accuracy, in their teaching of God's Word ether. :-( I have yet to find a Church where I can truly find peace in fellowship, due to the mishandling of God's Holy Word, and as a result there is NO church discipline, at times it's a cacophony of opinion. Thankfully though the situation keeps me in the Scriptures. In the end of it, The Word, is all we really have to stand on. As to the roaring, I struggle with that too, [a little thin skinned at times] "Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves" (Matt. 10:16). ... I pray that He gives me the heart of a dove, and the skin of a rhino! I used to stomp around Coventry Connecticut in New England, on the shores of Lake Wamgumbaug, back in the 60's that's why I asked if Coventry was UK or USA. Anyway this is a 'Bible study' so, enough of my digression. Peace to you my friend, and welcome. I hope the Lord finds you a job soon! :-) God bless John |
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366 | What was the first animal out of the ark | Genesis | stjohn | 201718 | ||
Dear Brad, that's some wonderful humility my friend! lol God bless John |
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367 | speckled and spotted sheep | Genesis | stjohn | 208944 | ||
You're welcome so much, smalltinygirl. And a warm welcome to the forum! :-) God bless John |
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368 | Leave possesions to realize GOD | Genesis | stjohn | 215125 | ||
Excellent post, Keliy! I could not agree more with your interpretation of the parable. We have nothing to offer God. That's for sure! :-) John |
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369 | Accused innocent man of rape | Genesis | stjohn | 222802 | ||
Wendy, thanks for your reply. I hope you don't mind my asking but, your question sounded like a homework question and sometimes we get a lot of underage users asking homework questions. May God bless you in your studies, Wendy, and again, welcome to the forum. John |
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370 | gap therory | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 188353 | ||
Hi Gary, Welcome to the forum. I don't really blame you for getting a little offended, but you did kind of come in like gang busters, firing of answers to questions, some of which are quite old by the way, and then you fired of with a rather controversial subject. well, in defense of the forum, I really couldn't blame anyone for admonishing you to protocol. I hope we can start over on a new page. So, I hope you enjoy the forum, and you become an active respected member. I am confident that you will. Here is a url address that you may find enlightening on gap theory. http://www.christiananswers.net/q-aig/aig-c003.html God bless. John |
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371 | why did god create the universe? | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 195898 | ||
Hi Brian You wrote; "Scripture does not definitively say why the universe (outside of our world) was created." And, "But, we know that God created man out of love." and also; "The only motive which remains is love." Nothing wrong with love amen? But you might want to have a look at these verses. This verse says clearly that God made us for His glory. Isa 43:7 Even every one that is called by my name: for I have created him for my glory, I have formed him; yea, I have made him. This one says that He made ALL things for His pleasure. Re 4:11 Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created. This one simply states that He did it for Himself. Col 1:16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: So scripture does "definitively" say why He created all things i.e. the universe. God bless John |
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372 | how much water allowed the ark to float? | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 196470 | ||
Dear TC, The scenario, of the flood you put forth is interesting. but , this is a Scripture based, Bible study. So, pardon me please, but would you provide us with chapter and verse for that scenario? If not, could you please keep your answers, 'Scriptural'? By the way; the theory you presented, is not provable, ether by, Scripture, or History, or science. And, by the way, you stated that the earth was falter before the flood? What then do we make of these verses? Gen 7:19 The water prevailed more and more upon the earth, so that all the high mountains everywhere under the heavens were covered. 20 The water prevailed fifteen cubits higher, and the mountains were covered. I kinda like what Lincoln said; " it is better to be thought of as a fool, then to open ones mouth and remove all doubts." In the future, please, study the Scriptures before you answer, many of us take the "privilege" of posting here on the Forum, very seriously. Thank you. God bless John |
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373 | how much water allowed the ark to float? | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 196476 | ||
Dear TC, You stated, "No theory about the past is provable" first of all I don't believe that statement, it is far to broad, and impossible to qualify, but that is a topic that would take up more room then this modem of communication can provide. I have been to those websites that you recommend, and have read pretty much all they have to offer, and though, they may be, "informative, fascinating, and entertaining," those are not qualities I would necessarily recommend perusing, to any 'serious' Bible student, thank you. Notwithstanding, please, chapter and verse? Study Bible Forum is a 'Scripture' based Bible study. Much rambling can, and does, add confusion. By the way sir, the thread you were answering is from 2001, I would say that any, 'bogging down', that, that thread would do, has been long ago done. If you must, you may have the last word on this mater, I have said my peace, please, read the terms of use carefully, and consider them prayerfully. God bless John |
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374 | Need good book series...entire bible... | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 204862 | ||
Ah, Irony, Perhaps perceived not for those intended... | ||||||
375 | Need good book series...entire bible... | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 204863 | ||
A bumper sticker I once read, the driver, probably a word smith of sorts, simply read, (eschew confiscation!) :-) | ||||||
376 | Need good book series...entire bible... | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 204867 | ||
Sorry my bad, obfuscation, I was thinking it was confusecation and spelled it wrong, which is not even a word, but the meaning would be the same, no bother, it's a play on words, and the irony I'm sure is lost at this point anyway. Sorry, maybe I should get some rest! | ||||||
377 | Please HelpUnderstanding Sola Scriptura? | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 205819 | ||
Jim: Quote: "Over the years we notice that some forum participants prefer to use the words of others rather than invest the time, energy, and effort in smithing their own words. There's nothing inherently wrong with that. For example, bringing a particularly well written quote from someone with greater authority than our own can often be a valuable exercise for us all. Of course, when we fail to attribute to the rightful owner the words we use, it becomes a different matter. This is what is called plagiarism. Plagiarism is a fancy word for stealing. Its a bit worse than that, however, because it is also an effort to elicit admiration for prowess of intellect, creativity, and academic industry that rightly belongs to another. Consequently, this sort of behavior is rooted in violations of at least two and more probably three of the Ten Commandments; i.e., it is sin." |
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378 | Please HelpUnderstanding Sola Scriptura? | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 205822 | ||
My dear Jim: It makes little difference to me. What concerns me though is an unrepentant attitude toward our God. "Let us lie down in our shame, and let our humiliation cover us; for we have sinned against the LORD our God, we and our fathers, from our youth even to this day. And we have not obeyed the voice of the LORD our God."--Jer 3:25 | ||||||
379 | Heb. 6:4-6 Security | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 219807 | ||
Perhaps this will help... John 3:16, 1 John 5:13 both say believers "have" eternal life. Internal life is not something you receive when you die, it is something you receive when you are spiritually regenerated, i.e. born again. Those who believe have eternal life, and there is no conceivable fraction of eternal, so it means -and always will mean- forever. So those who fall away cannot have been true believers. You see it's really not all that complicated, we make it complicated. John |
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380 | Heb. 6:4-6 Security | Gen 1:1 | stjohn | 219827 | ||
A hearty amen paster Beja! Thank you very much for taking the time and explaining it so well. Truly, words are not enough to express my gratitude that you are here at the forum, It is a pleasure to have you with us! God bless you too! John p.s. Even if you hadn't added that last sentence to your post I would have responded the same. Preach on, Brother, preach on! |
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