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1	AMm I UnTeachable?	James 1:19	gmsmith101	196277
	I agree. If it's not in the Word, it ain't kosher, Kiddo. I find that those who call us unteachable are often those who are preaching their own doctrines instead of that which is coming strictly from the Word.
2	How does God handle a backslider?	Luke 15:24	gmsmith101	196275
	Kingfish, may God bless you in your daily walk. It's important to remember that sanctification is not a destination but a journey, and we all must travel it. Even Paul struggled with sin (Rom. 7:13-25), and called himself the chief of sinners. If this great man of God struggled daily with sin, then why do we think we are exempt? It is foolishness. What's important is that you respond to the Holy Spirit, obey, and return to fellowship with the Lord.
3	sexuality	Matt 4:7	gmsmith101	151943
	I agree. A good rule to live by is, if you wouldn't do it in front of Jesus (and, face it, we're doing it all in front of Him), then don't do it. (The following is not intended for the young man who specifically asked this question, this is just a general observation.) I think that a chaste kiss hello or goodbye and hand holding is fine. The big problem is that many teens, even those that aren't engaging in intercourse or other sexual practices, are "making out," and calling it kissing. And frankly, that's lustful and a lie. Jesus said that to look at a woman with lust is to commit adultery with her in your heart. (Or was that in your mind? Must go look it up.) So we're not talking about "just kissing." What we're talking about is activity that leads to lustful thoughts (or starts with lust, even), which in itself is sinful. Not only that, you're walking down a slippery slope here. The closer you get to this kind of temptation, the closer you are to falling.
4	How does this apply to us today?	Bible general Archive 1	gmsmith101	116198
	Thank you, Searcher, I am in complete agreement.
5	Can I remarry and be forgiven by god	Luke 7:47	gmsmith101	72728
	Brother Hank, I have never intended to start a battle. This is ridiculous. I never intended any disrespect to you. I merely wanted to point out that my answer WAS an appropriate response to the lady's question, which was if God could forgive her sin. Was my answer biblically incorrect? No, it was not. I advised her to seek Godly counsel. I told her she should confess her sins to God. (In fact, she asked about remarriage, and I told her she shouldn't be thinking about that right now.) None of these things were wrong. Yet it appears that my advice to her was considered misleading. I don't understand why this was considered inappropriate. Is it because you don't know me?
6	Can I remarry and be forgiven by god	Luke 7:47	gmsmith101	72706
	I NEVER said that Hank's advice was unscriptural. I said that mine WAS. I told the dear lady to seek Christian counsel (which we are told in Scripture to do) and to ask for forgiveness from God (which we are also told in Scripture to do). What I find offensive is that my "advice" was called worthless and misleading. That IS offensive, especially since it comes straight from Scripture.
7	Can I remarry and be forgiven by god	Luke 7:47	gmsmith101	72705
	If the fact that my profile is not current bothers you, I will update it. I did not realize it was an issue.
8	Can I remarry and be forgiven by god	Luke 7:47	gmsmith101	72702
	Dear Brother Hank, I'm here to tell you that I'm qualified to answer this lady's question. First of all, all I said was the following: 1. God forgives sin. 2. Your family needs counseling. Not only am I, an ordained minister, a Bible teacher and family counselor, qualified to give this dear lady this answer, but but so is any other brother or sister in Christ. The answer comes straight from Scripture: We are to seek Godly counsel. We are forgiven by God's grace. I did not offer her any other "advice." I think you need to search yourself, Brother Hank. And incidentally, whether I post here once or a thousand times, that does not qualify me any less than any other brother or sister.
9	Can I remarry and be forgiven by god	Luke 7:47	gmsmith101	72637
	Brother Hank, I find your response offensive. I've told this sister that her sins are forgivable, which is Scripturally accurate, and to seek good Biblical counsel. This is good sound advice. How can this be misleading and damaging, let along worthless? In fact, YOUR advice echoes my own. What's the difference between yours and mine?
10	So, to honor lies in married adulthood?	Matt 23:9	gmsmith101	39573
	I think that in this type of situation, to "honor" ones parents would mean to simply treat them with respect. I understand that the parents have acted dishonorably, but as children of God, we are to continue to treat them with honor and respect. Under the circumstances, I think what is called for is a loving confrontation. However, if they refuse to acknowledge their wrongdoing and continue with their behavior, you are required to continue treating them with respect. No retaliation, no backbiting, no namecalling, etc. You can, of course, defend yourselves. It's okay to tell people that something they have heard about you isn't true, just don't badmouth the parents in return. You certainly aren't required to visit them every Sunday and take them to the Senior's luncheon--in fact, you can even tell them that as long as they continue to treat you this way, you will not socialize with them. But you MUST treat them with honor and respect--it's required of all of us.
11	USA ATTACKS	Matt 24:6	gmsmith101	16133
	"If... My people, who are called by My name, humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chr. 7:14
12	Ten Commandments obsolete?	Rom 10:4	gmsmith101	6642
	Remember, too, that Christ said we are to keep His commandments.
13	Does God have free will?	Bible general Archive 1	gmsmith101	5631
	I think that insulting a brother and calling him names DOES NOT show the love of Christ. What's that all about? This is the rudest thing I've seen on this forum. Where exactly in Scripture does is say you can talk to someone that way, Radioman?
14	What is important about "I am"?	John 8:58	gmsmith101	5056
	Yes. I AM was/is Israel's covenant name for God, Yahweh. God told Moses, "I AM that I AM," or Yahweh. Whenever the Jews wrote the name or (didn't) say the name, the name they used was "I AM that I AM." For Jesus to use this phrase to identify Himself was a clear statement of who He was/is. To a Jew, this was the worst blasphemy.
15	Pilate's wife is dreaming?	Matt 27:19	gmsmith101	5054
	I agree. Although this is definitely a mysterious and intriguing passage, I think it would require pure speculation to come up with an answer. We simply aren't provided with this information.
16	Why did He accept wine the second time?	John 19:30	gmsmith101	5053
	I agree that Jesus refused the first sour wine because it was mixed with gall to relieve pain (Matt. 27:34). But I think the reason He accepted the second time is that it WASN'T mixed with gall (John 19:28-29). He had said He was thirsty, and they simply gave vinegar or sour wine Him to drink. In John, it doesn't say it had gall. This fulfilled Ps. 69:21.
17	Is it a sin to committ suicide?	Bible general Archive 1	gmsmith101	5016
	Prayon, I often visit the site you mentioned. It's very good.
18	Demon-possessed believer?	Luke 4:33	gmsmith101	4709
	What does a house with many rooms have to do wth demon possession? I don't think that's what Jesus was referring to at all.
19	Need Bible passages for dying friend	Ps 23:4	gmsmith101	4537
	What you are doing is a ministry, my friend. God is going to bless you for comforting your dying friend. Philippians 4:8-9 is a wonderful passage to encourage your friend. God bless you.
20	Is prayer of Jabez special?	1 Chr 4:10	gmsmith101	4445
	Joe, I couldn't agree with you more :)

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