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1	Miracles and Consequences of Sin	Heb 1:1	Aspiring Overseer	189532
	God no longer needs to impart miraculous occurrences to confirm His plan for mankind as it is forever preserved, accurate and complete, in the Bible. 2 Corinthians 5:6-8 6 Therefore, being always of good courage, and knowing that while we are at home in the body we are absent from the Lord-- 7 for we WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT-- 8 we are of good courage, I say, and prefer rather to be absent from the body and to be at home with the Lord. (Emphasis added) NAS 1 Corinthians 13:8-11 8 Love never fails; but if there are gifts of prophecy, they will be done away; if there are tongues, they will cease; if there is knowledge, it will be done away. 9 For we know in part, and we prophesy in part; 10 but when the perfect comes, the partial will be done away. NAS As for consequences, they have sometimes been forgiven, but not always. God desires you to learn from your mistakes, just as any parent. Best regards, AO
2	Friday crucifixion	John 19:31	Aspiring Overseer	181134
	For your consideration: The Jews therefore, because it was the preparation, that the bodies should not remain upon the cross on the sabbath day, (for that sabbath day was an high day,) besought Pilate that their legs might be broken, and that they might be taken away. [It was the preparation] Every Sabbath had a preparation which began at the ninth hour (that is, three o'clock) the preceding evening. Josephus, Ant. b. 16 c. 6, s. 51, recites an edict of the Emperor Augustus in favour of the Jews, which orders, "that no one shall be obliged to give hail or surety on the Sabbath day, nor on the preparation before it, after the ninth hour." The time fixed here was undoubtedly in conformity to the Jewish custom, as they began their preparation at three o'clock on the Friday evening. (from Adam Clarke's Commentary, Electronic Database. Copyright (c) 1996 by Biblesoft) AO
3	What choice do pagans have	Acts 17:30	Aspiring Overseer	181131
	Finder, Please forgive my delayed response. I appreciate your sympathy for those that are lost. We must remember that regardless of their circumstance, all people have a choice to seek God. The pagan who acknowledges that someone created the world around him, if that individual is sincere, will seek to find the creator. If not, they will follow the societal customs of their group. Their choice has not been denied them. As for Romans 10:14, a vast number of people did hear the gospel, but refused to believe. In fact the gospel has already been preached throughout the entire world. That certain societies have disobeyed and long since forgotten the word of God is not God’s fault. Romans 10:18 18 But I say, surely they have never heard, have they? Indeed they have; "Their voice has gone out into all the earth, And their words to the ends of the world." NAS Everyone who seeks God in accordance with the truth will find Him. To have very large populations be condemned is not surprising and is unquestionably fair. Who are we that we should question the actions of God? AO
4	The ignorant didn't need to repent	Acts 17:30	Aspiring Overseer	180927
	Finder, Thank you for your patience. I believe my "fog" this morning was self-imposed due to a multitude of tasks at hand and, possibly, an insufficient quantity of caffeine. Without a doubt, we must dismiss the possibility that a pagan, if faithful "to the light they have", will be saved, even if they hear nothing of Christ. Romans 10:14 14 How then shall they call upon Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? NAS So without hearing they will not come to the truth, which they must achieve to enter Christ's Kingdom. As to “multiple paths”, either the Bible is the truth or a complete lie. The Apostle Paul’s instruction is clear that if even he would have preached a different path, he would have stood condemned. Galatians 1:8-10 8 But even though we, or an angel from heaven, should preach to you a gospel contrary to that which we have preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so I say again now, if any man is preaching to you a gospel contrary to that which you received, let him be accursed. NAS As to why there is little or no evidence of these conversions, I would suggest two possible reasons. One, they are likely exceedingly rare. Old Testament examples show the percentage of righteous to pagans as extremely low, i.e. Sodom and Gomorrah, the Flood, etc.. Second, God likely causes each soul to be born in just the proper environment to fulfill His Master Plan. Just as Pharaoh was placed in his position because God knew Pharaoh would never obey Him, so God likely places the souls of those who will not obey Him in these highly indoctrinated societies. Conjecture, but in the "big picture", is it man's position to ask God why He did not save past generations? The Lord demands I serve Him; not the other way around. P.S. Does Acts 17:30 say that God has "saved" those who were ignorant of Him or simply that He will not punish them for their ignorance if they repent? If the later, would not the repentance be the seeking of God in accordance with knowledge (of the truth)? Best regards, AO
5	Are there isolated evidences for this	Acts 17:30	Aspiring Overseer	180852
	Finder, I do not mean to be dense, but could you please restate your point(s) with respect to the following: "But this kind of hypothesis rules out the unique evidences that single individuals out of pagan societies could really have a fair opportunity to be saved. There doesn't seem to be any pattern from among the pagans that could justify that these isolated individuals had the same fair choice as the evangelized do. Which makes the following verses sound contradictory: " Thank you. AO
6	Die without the revelation of the Gospel	Acts 17:30	Aspiring Overseer	180845
	Finder, You asked, "How could the ones that are not reached with the message be morally accountable to a message they never heard?" and "Could this then be true that these peoples are saved without ever hearing the message of the Gospel?". We know that God is specific in giving us but one way to be saved, so to surmise that pagans might be given an alternative route would be easily refuted. We also know that God many times caused complete nations to perish due to their failure to worship Him. Although the example you give would, indeed, be circumstantial, if we assume that none from the prior generations had ever received the gospel, could it be they had not asked? In other words, is it not possible that none questioned the truth of their pagan religion? Instead of imploring God for the truth, they set off to find it through man-made avenues. If this was the case, why would God send one of His priests to someone who is not seeking? Prov 8:17 17"I love those who love me; And those who diligently seek me will find me. NAS Zephaniah 1:1-6 1:1 The word of the LORD which came to Zephaniah son of Cushi, son of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezekiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amon, king of Judah, 2 "I will completely remove all things From the face of the earth," declares the LORD. 3 "I will remove man and beast; I will remove the birds of the sky And the fish of the sea, And the ruins along with the wicked; And I will cut off man from the face of the earth," declares the LORD. 4 "So I will stretch out My hand against Judah And against all the inhabitants of Jerusalem. And I will cut off the remnant of Baal from this place, And the names of the idolatrous priests along with the priests. 5 "And those who bow down on the housetops to the host of heaven, And those who bow down and swear to the LORD and yet swear by Milcom, 6 And those who have turned back from following the LORD, And those who have not sought the LORD or inquired of Him. " NAS Conversely, if just one person questioned the religion of their pagan ancestors and prayed to God for the truth, would not God have been faithful? Either that individual would have left their country in search of the truth or the truth would have been brought to them. Thus the answer is not that God makes different rules for different people, but that the individuals failed to sincerely seek God. Acts 17:25-27 26 and He made from one, every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth, having determined their appointed times, and the boundaries of their habitation, 27 that they should seek God, if perhaps they might grope for Him and find Him, though He is not far from each one of us; NAS Best regards, AO
7	An a way shall the be there and that way	Is 35:8	Aspiring Overseer	180834
	jhamp41, Try the following: Isaiah 35:8 8 And a highway will be there, a roadway, And it will be called the Highway of Holiness. The unclean will not travel on it, But it will be for him who walks that way, And fools will not wander on it. NAS John 14:6-7 6 Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me. NAS Best regards, AO
8	Gift of Healing	Mark 16:17	Aspiring Overseer	169161
	GJ2, Sorry this is a bit late, but I hope you do not mind some additional information. MIRACLES MIRACLES (Lat. miraculum, from mirari, to "wonder"). In general terms miracles may be defined as supernatural manifestations of divine power in the external world, in themselves special revelations of the presence and power of God; and in connection with other special revelations to which they are subservient, as aiding in their attestation, establishment, and preservation. (from The New Unger's Bible Dictionary. Originally published by Moody Press of Chicago, Illinois. Copyright (c) 1988.) What is, or were, the purpose of miracles? In the OT they were to confirm God’s power and to meet the needs of His people. In the New Testament they are used to confirm the validity of God’s word through the given messenger (Mark 16:20). Physical results were not an important benefit as the focus in Christianity is spiritual, not physical. 1 Cor 15:50 50 Now I say this, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God; nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. NAS Additionally, we are to walk by faith and not by sight. 2 Cor 5:7 7 for we walk by faith, not by sight-- NAS As such, the benefit of establishing a person’s faith in God through their witnessing of a miracle was the sole reason for their existence. Mark 16:19-20 19 So then, when the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, He was received up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God. 20 And they went out and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked with them, and confirmed the word by the signs that followed.] NAS Do miracles exist today? Prior to the Christian Age, miracles were directed to God’s people for their physical and spiritual benefit. Over time they became less frequent as the written word of God in the form of the Old Testament was compiled. Eventually, the Old Testament replaced the need for the miracles in that the Israelites could refer to the Law of Moses and the Prophets, at will, and had no need for a current reminder to strengthen their faith or act as a reminder of their responsibilities towards God. With the arrival of Jesus’ ministry, miracles were again started to demonstrate the validity of Jesus’ statements as the Son of God and allow the establishment of the Christian Church, but only to the point they were no longer serving a purpose. At that point they were ended and disciples then were required to depend upon faith only. The length of time these miracles were to take place, their purpose and location were all prophesied within the Old Testament. Mic 7:15 15 "As in the days when you came out from the land of Egypt, I will show you miracles." NAS Deut 29:4-5 5 And I have led you forty years in the wilderness; your clothes have not worn out on you, and your sandal has not worn out on your foot. NAS AO
9	Praying for the 'World'.	Matt 5:44	Aspiring Overseer	163660
	Sonlit, Perhaps these verses may help you. -Should prayers be made for non-believers: 1 Timothy 2:1-7 2:1 First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, 2 for kings and all who are in authority, in order that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. 3 This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, 4 who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. 5 For there is one God, and one mediator also between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, 6 who gave Himself as a ransom for all, the testimony borne at the proper time. NAS -As for man’s ability to repent: Jeremiah 18:1-10 18:1 The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD saying, 2 "Arise and go down to the potter's house, and there I shall announce My words to you." 3 Then I went down to the potter's house, and there he was, making something on the wheel. 4 But the vessel that he was making of clay was spoiled in the hand of the potter; so he remade it into another vessel, as it pleased the potter to make. 5 Then the word of the LORD came to me saying, 6 "Can I not, O house of Israel, deal with you as this potter does?" declares the LORD. "Behold, like the clay in the potter's hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel. 7 "At one moment I might speak concerning a nation or concerning a kingdom to uproot, to pull down, or to destroy it; 8 if that nation against which I have spoken turns from its evil, I will relent concerning the calamity I planned to bring on it. 9 "Or at another moment I might speak concerning a nation or concerning a kingdom to build up or to plant it; 10 if it does evil in My sight by not obeying My voice, then I will think better of the good with which I had promised to bless it. NAS The “clay” which spoiled (v. 4) was not unconditionally predestined. If the sinner turns from their evil (v. 8), God relents. God has designed man with the ability to choose. (Note that the “potter” did not originally make a vessel to destroy it (v.4), but rather it was REMADE in his hand so the “spoiled” (unrepentent)creation could be used.) Isaiah 55:7 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, And the unrighteous man his thoughts; And let him return to the LORD, And He will have compassion on him; And to our God, For He will abundantly pardon. NAS God has given mankind the free will to repent of his sin; just as we have the ability to choose the God we serve. Best regards, AO
10	mary's other children	NT general Archive 1	Aspiring Overseer	163608
	Mike, Here are a few verses which reference the physical brothers and sisters of Jesus. Matthew 13:54-56 55 "Is not this the carpenter's son? Is not His mother called Mary, and His brothers, James and Joseph and Simon and Judas? 56 "And His sisters, are they not all with us? Where then did this man get all these things?" NAS Mark 6:3 3 "Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary, and brother of James, and Joses, and Judas, and Simon? Are not His sisters here with us?" And they took offense at Him. NAS Luke 8:19-21 19 And His mother and brothers came to Him, and they were unable to get to Him because of the crowd. 20 And it was reported to Him, "Your mother and Your brothers are standing outside, wishing to see You." 21 But He answered and said to them, "My mother and My brothers are these who hear the word of God and do it." NAS John 2:12 12 After this He went down to Capernaum, He and His mother, and His brothers, and His disciples; and there they stayed a few days. NAS John 7:2-5 3 His brothers therefore said to Him, "Depart from here, and go into Judea, that Your disciples also may behold Your works which You are doing. 4 "For no one does anything in secret, when he himself seeks to be known publicly. If You do these things, show Yourself to the world." 5 For not even His brothers were believing in Him. NAS 1 Corinthians 9:4-5 5 Do we not have a right to take along a believing wife, even as the rest of the apostles, and the brothers of the Lord, and Cephas? NAS Galatians 1:19-20 19 But I did not see any other of the apostles except James, the Lord's brother. NAS As for becoming a priest, I recommend you continue to pray to God for help. He will send you someone who will lead you to the truth. AO
11	mary's other children	NT general Archive 1	Aspiring Overseer	163606
	Mike, Here are a few verses which reference the physical brothers and sisters of Jesus. Matthew 13:54-56 55 "Is not this the carpenter's son? Is not His mother called Mary, and His brothers, James and Joseph and Simon and Judas? 56 "And His sisters, are they not all with us? Where then did this man get all these things?" NAS Mark 6:3 3 "Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary, and brother of James, and Joses, and Judas, and Simon? Are not His sisters here with us?" And they took offense at Him. NAS Luke 8:19-21 19 And His mother and brothers came to Him, and they were unable to get to Him because of the crowd. 20 And it was reported to Him, "Your mother and Your brothers are standing outside, wishing to see You." 21 But He answered and said to them, "My mother and My brothers are these who hear the word of God and do it." NAS John 2:12 12 After this He went down to Capernaum, He and His mother, and His brothers, and His disciples; and there they stayed a few days. NAS John 7:2-5 3 His brothers therefore said to Him, "Depart from here, and go into Judea, that Your disciples also may behold Your works which You are doing. 4 "For no one does anything in secret, when he himself seeks to be known publicly. If You do these things, show Yourself to the world." 5 For not even His brothers were believing in Him. NAS 1 Corinthians 9:4-5 5 Do we not have a right to take along a believing wife, even as the rest of the apostles, and the brothers of the Lord, and Cephas? NAS Galatians 1:19-20 19 But I did not see any other of the apostles except James, the Lord's brother. NAS As for becoming a priest, I recommend you continue to pray to God for help. He will send you someone who will lead you to the truth. AO
12	The Bible, Creators word or what?	2 Tim 3:16	Aspiring Overseer	150780
	Kate, The point of the "mystery" (and it is a mystery, contrary to what some say) is to fulfill the Master Plan of God so that only those who are seeking shall understand. God only rewards those desiring to put forth the effort to serve Him. That means God's Master Plan will not be handed to everyone on a silver platter! That service to God begins with believing He exists, which you apparently do to some extent. Your next step is to pray for guidance. God will hear your prayer and send you the appropriate teacher. Above all, remain skeptical of what you are taught and reason through every point. I am at your service if you wish to discuss this in more detail. AO
13	Are we free from the Law?	Rom 7:6	Aspiring Overseer	150111
	Iktoose, Your original question stated, “We (believers) are free from the Law (Romans 7:6) but Paul stated in Romans 3:31 that we should uphold the Law. Can someone tell me what part of the Mosaic Law (Pentateuch) we should still comply? I wish there was a clear black and white line drawn.”. I have not taken the time to review all the posts to your original question, but I believe you might find the start of your answer in the analysis of the verses you contrast (Ro 7:6 and Ro 3:31). Rom 7:6 6 But now we have been released from the Law, having died to that by which we were bound, so that we serve in newness of the Spirit and not in oldness of the letter. NAS Rom 3:31 31 Do we then nullify the Law through faith? May it never be! On the contrary, we establish the Law. NAS Clearly Ro 7:6 refers to the Law of Moses as it states disciples had “been released from the Law”, yet Ro 3:31 says the Law is established! Do we have more context to determine Paul’s meaning? By looking back to verse 27 we are given clarification: Rom 3:27 27 Where then is boasting? It is excluded. By what kind of law? Of works? No, but by a law of faith. NAS These verses are referring to totally different laws. Where Ro 7:6 speaks of the Mosaic Law, Ro 3:31 refers back to the Law of Faith; two different laws; one for the Mosaic Age, the other for the Christian Age. God’s people prior to the Christian Age were expected to follow God’s commands. Failure to do so resulted in punishment. During the Christian Age, God’s people are still expected to follow His commands: John 14:15 15 "If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. NAS Heb 5:9 9 And having been made perfect, He became to all those who obey Him the source of eternal salvation, NAS Failure to obey continues to result in punishment. Thus law continues in the Christian Age; outlining the actions we must perform to uphold our end of the contract; designed by God and established by our Lord. I am at your service if you wish to discuss this further. AO
14	denominations.	Eph 4:3	Aspiring Overseer	148784
	Ed, Consider these verses and the underlying concepts with respect to denominations: 1 Cor 14:30-33 31For you can all prophesy one by one, so that all may learn and all may be exhorted; 32and the spirits of prophets are subject to prophets; 33for God is not a God of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. NAS God is a logical being, not a promoter of confusion (v. 33). 2 Peter 1:20-21 20But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, 21for no prophecy was ever made by an act of human will, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God. NAS Scripture is not a mater of one's own interpretation. It is what it is! We must read and understand scripture literally without regard to our current social norms. It must make sense and have but one meaning! Gal 1:11-12 11For I would have you know, brethren, that the gospel which was preached by me is not according to man. 12For I neither received it from man, nor was I taught it, but I received it through a revelation of Jesus Christ. NAS Paul was taught directly by Christ and Christians are to follow Paul as he followed Christ. Did Paul support any denomination, either Catholic or Protestant? Paul specifically rebuked Christians who sought to form denominations as noted in 1 Cor 1:13. John 12:44-13:1 44And Jesus cried out and said, "He who believes in Me does not believe in Me, but in Him who sent Me. 45"And he who beholds Me beholds the One who sent Me. 46"I have come as light into the world, that everyone who believes in Me may not remain in darkness. 47"And if anyone hears My sayings, and does not keep them, I do not judge him; for I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world. 48"He who rejects Me, and does not receive My sayings, has one who judges him; the word I spoke is what will judge him at the last day. 49"For I did not speak on My own initiative, but the Father Himself who sent Me has given Me commandment, what to say, and what to speak. 50"And I know that His commandment is eternal life; therefore the things I speak, I speak just as the Father has told Me." NAS Jesus spoke only what God the Father gave Him. Paul instructed only as Christ instructed him. There was no difference of opinion between God the Father and Jesus, as there was no difference of opinion between Jesus and Paul. Phil 1:27-28 27Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ; so that whether I come and see you or remain absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; 28in no way alarmed by your opponents-- which is a sign of destruction for them, but of salvation for you, and that too, from God. NAS Paul instructed the Christians of that age; Christians who in some cases had actually seen Jesus, that they should be of the same mind. Where does Paul, or any Old or New Testament writer authorize the choice of choosing the denomination of your choice? Did God later authorize this practice? Jesus said that a kingdom divided against itself is laid waste. He also prayed for unity for His disciples. Paul also instructed Christians at great length not to be divided in spiritual matters: 1 Cor 1:10 10Now I exhort you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all agree, and there be no divisions among you, but you be made complete in the same mind and in the same judgment. NAS We must conclude that denominations did not originate from God. Let’s continue to ask God for the truth; reasoning with one another; and God will be faithful. AO
15	Scriptural support?	Bible general Archive 2	Aspiring Overseer	140756
	Tim, The scripture references apply to idols; the topic of this discussion. You believe that religious symbols made into jewelry are excluded yet offer no scriptural support. Whether "WWJD" braclets, "christian fish" or a 6" rapper cross pendant, they all are religious symbols designed to carry a message, created by man and subject to MT 23:5. In the end, Christians must follow scripture in handling the topic rather than public opinion. AO
16	What is considered an Idol	Bible general Archive 2	Aspiring Overseer	140716
	Noveta, In the verse you give, God provides several distinct and separate commands. That we shall not make an idol is one command; that we are not to worship them is another. Thus the use of the object in worship is not necessary for it to be sin. Regardless whether we actually pray to the object, the object is not condoned by God. One reference states: While we may not make or bow down to a statue, we must be constantly on guard that we let nothing come between us and God (i.e. disregard for His commands—my emphasis!). As soon as anything does, that thing is an idol. In addition to material objects such as houses, land, and cars, idols can be people, popular heroes, or those whom we love. Objects of worship can even include things like fame, reputation, hobbies, pride, and deeds done in the name of the Lord. Idolatry is a dangerous and deceitful sin. No wonder prophets preached against it so often and so strongly.” (from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary) (Copyright (C) 1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers) NT Scripture is clear that God still prohibits the manufacture and use of any manmade item possessing, even simply, a spiritual meaning (Acts 17:29; 19:24-25; 1Jo5:21). Statues or images of Jesus, Mary or angels are clearly not desired by God (Deu 4:15-16; LK 11:27-28; Col 2:18-19), but even less obvious idols such as "WWJD" adornments and "Christian" fish are spoken against in scripture by the necessary inference that God does not desire His people to use symbols of any kind to proclaim their righteousness (MT6:1). We need only to remember Jesus' rebuke of the scribes and Pharisees. (MK12:38-40; MT23:1-7) Can a person seer their conscience to convince themselves that a religious image is “OK”? Of course, that is true, however, it does not change how God views the situation. Best regards, AO
17	Looking for verse on God's opinion of us	Rom 14:16	Aspiring Overseer	138585
	Kalos seems to have come up with the best apparent fit to your question. Here is the NAS translation: 1 Cor 4:2-4 3 But to me it is a very small thing that I should be examined by you, or by any human court; in fact, I do not even examine myself. 4 For I am conscious of nothing against myself, yet I am not by this acquitted; but the one who examines me is the Lord. NAS AO
18	Looking for verse on God's opinion of us	Matthew	Aspiring Overseer	138584
	Try these: Acts 5:27-30 27 And when they had brought them, they stood them before the Council. And the high priest questioned them, 28 saying, "We gave you strict orders not to continue teaching in this name, and behold, you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching, and intend to bring this man's blood upon us." 29 But Peter and the apostles answered and said, "We must obey God rather than men. NAS Gen 3:17 17 Then to Adam He said, "Because you have listened to the voice of your wife, and have eaten from the tree about which I commanded you, saying, 'You shall not eat from it'; Cursed is the ground because of you; In toil you shall eat of it All the days of your life. NAS 1 Sam 15:24 24 Then Saul said to Samuel, "I have sinned; I have indeed transgressed the command of the LORD and your words, because I feared the people and listened to their voice. NAS Mark 7:7 7'But in vain do they worship Me, Teaching as doctrines the precepts of men.' NAS Acts 4:17-20 18 And when they had summoned them, they commanded them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. 19 But Peter and John answered and said to them, "Whether it is right in the sight of God to give heed to you rather than to God, you be the judge; 20 for we cannot stop speaking what we have seen and heard. " NAS AO
19	Those who died before Jesus' death	1 Pet 3:18	Aspiring Overseer	138583
	Lisa, Those who died before Jesus' death died under the Old Covenent and therefore did not have a promise of eternal life. Everyone since the establishment of Christ's Church has had the opportunity to hear, believe and respond to God's requirements through the New Covenent. Whether they seek that information is their choice, thus ensuring God's faithful servants are those who truely seek Him. Children, and those adults with the mental capacities of children, were never expected to understand the commands of God and therefore are not held to the same standard. Thus a child who dies before becoming mature enough to "keep the commandmants of God" will not be held responsible for that immaturity on the day of judgement. Best regards, AO
20	Is the mind the battle ground?	Bible general Archive 2	Aspiring Overseer	138581
	Majestic, There are actually many scientific and historical proofs found within scripture that confirm for the Christian the validity of the Bible. There are no known scientific facts that run counter to anything in scripture. Whether the transmission of disease by germs, the incompatibility of flesh between animals and humans or the knowledge of a round Earth, the Bible disclosed all these things centuries before they were ever discovered by scientists. What you require is an understanding of God's Master Plan. There is only one way for it to be received. Ask God to help and He will provide you with the messenger. Your job will then be to analyze all that is taught so you are confident in your own mind that the information is correct. Ultimately, you must become an independent thinker within the framework of Scripture so that you can share your knowledge with others. Radical, yes; fanatical, no. Keep praying for guidance and God will be faithful. Best regards, AO

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