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1 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158359 | ||
Tim: Theology is "the study of the nature of God and religious truth; an organized, often formalized body of opinions concerning God and man's relationship to God." Theologians have made the study of God's word akin to philosophy. Jesus said his disciples would know the truth and it would set them free. It seems most if not all theologians make a living off the sale of their endless line of books and tapes. Jesus said "You received free, give free." This is the kind of self-righteous, self-promoting garbage that gives Christianity a bad name. As for ministers, I am one. So, naturally, I don't object to all of such. But those that belong to a "clergy" class, and dress up in costume (even the cute collars) are reminiscent of the religious leaders in Jesus days, you know, that want the front row at all the big affairs. I do admire people that devote their life to studying, and more importantly, to applying God's word. I have benefitted everlastingly from some that have, without charge. Of course, I gladly support such a ministry financially and other otherwise. Hope that clarifies my view. Wilma |
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2 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158354 | ||
Your failed to humor me, so why should I bother responding to post as antagonistic as your's? | ||||||
3 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158224 | ||
I guess its not such a good illustration if the hearer doesn't get the point! Why do Jews get a free pass while gentiles have to at least choose to believe in Jesus? By the way, even belief takes "work" for many. Humor me for a second,please, and address my illustration as I've applied it to humans versus angels. Why do all of us have to suffer, and some unimaginably before we get the bike, when the angels just ride their's acress the clouds watching our misery. (This is not my view, but that of many oppressed people.) |
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4 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158223 | ||
I have noticed that many see Christianity as having changed dramatically from its 1st century counterpart. Take for example Paul's observation of Christians: "For consider your calling, brethren, that there were not many wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, but God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. He chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him. It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: "Let him who boasts boast in the Lord." (1 Cor 1:26-31) Today, people don't bother to read the Bible - "Its too complicated and hard to understand" they say. "My preacher though, God has blessed him with wisdom and knowledge. I trust he's telling me the truth." But note what Luke writes about the Berean Christians to whom Paul evangelized: "Now the Bereans were of more noble character than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true." (Acts 17:11) People walk into a church after falling on hard times, and after hearing a half of a sermon walk up to get baptized and "born again." Do they have the slightest inkling what they are dedicating themselves to? Read Luke 14:26-30. There's a new "prosperity gospel" being preached in South America and other developing areas, but I think its been preached in the land of "the Almighty Dollar" for years. (This thought just flashed in some reader's mind, not necessarily your's: Now he's saying you have to be poor to be a true Christian. If that's what they want to believe, nothing I can say will change their minds.) You seem like a nice guy, Tim. I hope some of what I've said makes sense. Wilma |
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5 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158221 | ||
It's difficult to sense completely via the cold medium of cyberspace your sentiments, but I'm not convinced you're trying to "restore (me) gently." (Gal 6:1) Regardless, I'll assume you have good intentions. If I sound boastful, I only intend to echo the sentiments of Paul, who quotes from the following(Jer 9:24) at 1 Cor 1:31: "but let him who boasts boast about this: that he understands and knows me, that I am the LORD, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight," declares the LORD." My only shame would be if I were too cowardly to speak out against God-dishonoring false teachers. This is not to say that all ministers are wicked or that nothing they teach is true. I'm talking about the all too prevalent "kind who worm their way into homes and gain control over weak-willed women, who are loaded down with sins and are swayed by all kinds of evil desires, always learning but never able to acknowledge the truth." (2 Tim 3:6-7) To those being lead by such "blind guides," I try (and I do mean try) to tactfully and patiently lead them back to the "narrow road." But if someone is content with their beliefs, that is, they are not one of "those who grieve and lament over all the detestable things that are done in it (Jerusalem - representing the seat of true worship)," then I kick the dust off my shoes and move on. Based upon the lack of response I've gotten from my reasoning thus far, I'm thinking maybe I'll try another approach later. Wilma Joyce Puttington (sounds more impressive with the middle name) |
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6 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158176 | ||
Mark: You and I were created in the image of God. I take that to mean we share in his fine fine qualities - love, justice, mercy, loyalty, for example. Now if you had 2 children that you promised a new bicycle, how do you think they would feel if you just put the one on the new bike and said "here you go," while to the other you said "you'll get your's when you do the following . . ." (This is also how I get people to thing about the misconception that life is a test by God and if we pass it, we get to go to heaven. After all, why didn't the angels have to undergo such a test?) Now if we, in our sinful state, know this is outrageously unjust, surely God will not perpetrate such a travesty! (Deut 32:4) From my perspective, the Scriptures you cite can be understood to not contradict this fact, but only when harmonized with the ones I've cited. Sincerely, Wilma |
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7 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158171 | ||
I never gave much attention to the "personal profile." Jesus gave his disciples these instructions: "Whatever town or village you enter, search for some worthy person there and stay at his house until you leave. As you enter the home, give it your greeting. If the home is deserving, let your peace rest on it; if it is not, let your peace return to you. If anyone will not welcome you or listen to your words, shake the dust off your feet when you leave that home or town." (Mt 10:11-14) I try not to label people or judge them by their present beliefs or practices. I assume that if they knew better they would believe and act differently and that there are powerful reasons why people cling to wrong beliefs, but the right amount of changing circumstances and pursuasion can lead to the Father drawing anyone. The most fantastic information I've learned from my study of the Bible is that it truly is the word of God!(1 Th 2:13) Its internal harmony despite being written over a 1,600 year period by some 40 writers, its candor in describing the failures of its main characters, even the writers themselves and fulfilled prophecies among other features testify to this fact. That God reveals the truth to "little children" (like me in spiritual years) and hides them from the "wise and learned" (theologians, ministers, etc.) is a miracle of justice, love, wisdom and power. (Luke 10:21) That I can know the answers to the questions that have escaped the most educated persons on earth (What is the meaning of life? Why did God create the earth and humans? Why does he permit suffering? Why do we die? What happens to us at death, and is there truly any hope beyond death?) is humbling, and to not share such knowledge would be a sin that would justifiably deserve my exclusion from the most wonderful truth - the realization of God's original purpose for Adam and Eve when given life in Eden. Oops, I went over 40 a while ago. Hope to continue our discussion. |
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8 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158117 | ||
The expression "four corners of the earth" as derived from the Bible is still in use today. It means "all parts of the earth." Why does it have to mean something different when Isaiah says it versus you or I? Isaiah was at least as smart as me, and when I look at the moon or sun (when able), I see a round or spherical object. I don't think it's genius to deduce that the earth might share this feature. Even the "chicken-little" flat earth proponents of old had their opposers. But I digress. At any rate, your logic is faulty and I won't be persuaded by it. As regards the "last days," I will start by making an observation regarding Matt 24 (also Luke 21 and Mark 13). If you agree, I'll proceed to discuss further the truth of the last days as prophesied in Scripture. In the way of background: The disciples ask for "a sign" of his "coming" or literally and more accurately his "presence" and the end of the "age." This question follows Jesus' statement regarding the destruction of Jerusalem, so naturally, some of what he says must apply to this event. However, since it relates to Jesus coming, the sign must have further application for the end of Satan's world that has ruled since Adam's sin. After describing in detail features that make up the sign, Jesus at v.32-34 guarantees that when his disciples see these things occuring, they should be confident of what will soon follow - their salvation by him. However, in the following verses he says that exact day and hour are only known by the Father, and that despite how obvious this sign might appear to them, to the majority it would be as in Noah's day - no one seeing anything out of the ordinary or worthy of particular attention. Thus, he warns them not to lured into the world's same complacency, putting off what God has ordained. My observation is this: True disciples will recognize the sign while others will not, and will know that we are in the "season" even if the exact day and hour are unknowable. Look forward to hearing back. |
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9 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158112 | ||
Are you suggesting that every Jew is guaranteed salvation? The only such guarantee that I am aware of is for Christians that endure to the end.(Matt 24:13; Rev 2:10) I'm sure you're not saying that eventually all Jews will end up in Israel in order for Jeremiah's words to be true. We need to realize the impartiality of God as didPeter: "I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts men from every nation who fear him and do what is right." (Acts 10:34-35) All of Adam's sinful descendents have the same possibility as well as the same requirements to receive it. I refuse to believe that God is less just than that and I believe history recorded in the Bible supports God's justice. |
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10 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158094 | ||
It might be plain if we didn't understand how God can use the "always" while not eliminating our freewill. For example, after Solomon prayed at the dedication to the temple, "the LORD said to him: "I have heard the prayer and plea you have made before me; I have consecrated this temple, which you have built, by putting my Name there forever. My eyes and my heart will always be there." But notice what he also promised: "But if you or your sons turn away from me and do not observe the commands and decrees I have given you and go off to serve other gods and worship them, then I will cut off Israel from the land I have given them and will reject this temple I have consecrated for my Name. Israel will then become a byword and an object of ridicule among all peoples. And though this temple is now imposing, all who pass by will be appalled and will scoff and say, 'Why has the LORD done such a thing to this land and to this temple?'" (1 Kings 9:3,6-8) I again raise the question: Where is the temple today? Yes, exactly as Jesus said it would be -"abandoned" and "thrown down." (Matt 23:38, 24:2) Just as the LORD said to Solomon. WP |
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11 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158093 | ||
Whatever "scholar" you're quoting is not acquainted with "the pattern of sound teaching" that Paul reflected. Read Hebrews chapter 11. Were Abel, Enoch and Noah Jews? Why did Paul include these among faithful Jews like Abraham, Isaac and Moses, all of whom would not be 'made perfect apart from Christians'? I will comment on Romans 11:23,24. Notice in the context of verses preceding it Paul uses that ever important word "if." That is, "if they do not persist in unbelief, they will be grafted in, for God is able to graft them in again." But we don't want to get into a "once saved, yaddah, yaddah, yaddah" discussion, do we? Let's don't be like those "in the last days" that are always "learning but never able to acknowledge the truth." (2 Tim 3:7) Wilma |
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12 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158090 | ||
We do have benefit of hindsight in this case - Asher's portion of the promised land was ideal for agriculture. I don't think its your intention to provide fodder for the countless Bible critics out there, but if you're saying that the Bible teaches that the earth is flat or square or both, we both know that can't be what the One that created it and inspired the Bible knows it not and cannot lie. So I guess I'm not sure of your point. As for Matt 24:4-39, I hope we all know that it is meant for the ones that want to know the truth - Christ's disciples. They were the ones that asked (verse 3), and we are the ones living in the last days that Jesus warns to "keep on the watch." (verse 42) Again, I'm only suggesting that people should know the difference between olive oil and crude before they rush out to waste their time spending millions on a false hope, or attempting to teach others the "deep things of God." (1 Cor 2:10) Wilma |
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13 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158077 | ||
True, but at least the Scriptures backed Columbus: "He sits enthroned above the circle of the earth, and its people are like grasshoppers. He stretches out the heavens like a canopy, and spreads them out like a tent to live in." (Isa 40:22) |
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14 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158076 | ||
Mark: Guess I should have left that last comment out, since I'm sure this topic has been beat to death on this forum. But you can't help but wonder, when someone spends millions of donated money from others that have made the same basic mistake of interpretation, whether more widely believed "truths" are unfounded in Scripture. The "Religion" section of the Atlanta Journal and Constitution (January 22, 1983, p. 5-B) reported: "Contrary to the churches’ centuries-old teachings that God had ‘cast off his people Israel’ and replaced them with a ‘new Israel,’ he [Paul M. Van Buren, theologian at Temple University in Philadelphia] says churches now affirm that ‘the covenant between God and the Jewish people is eternal. This amazing reversal has been made by Protestants and Catholics, on both sides of the Atlantic.’" The New York Times (February 6, 1983, p. 42) added: "‘There is a fascination on the part of the evangelical right with Israel and a belief that everything Israel does must be supported, because God is on Israel’s side,’ said Timothy Smith, a professor of theology at Johns Hopkins University and a Wesleyan evangelical." If the Jews, who say they are under the Mosaic Law, were today in Jerusalem as God’s chosen people, would not the temple devoted to his worship have been rebuilt? Matt. 21:42, 43: "Jesus said to them, "Have you never read in the Scriptures: " 'The stone the builders rejected has become the capstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes'? Therefore I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit." Does God’s covenant with Abraham give assurance that the Jews continue to be the chosen people of God? Gal. 3:27-29: "for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. 9If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise." So, from God’s standpoint, it is no longer natural descent from Abraham that determines who are Abraham’s seed. I don't expect to change your mind on this, but please understand that anyone that believes that Christians are the "new creation" and the "Israel of God," would not be the first. Among whom do the prophecies about restoration of Israel have fulfillment today? Gal. 6:15, 16: "Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything; what counts is a new creation. Peace and mercy to all who follow this rule, even to the Israel of God." So "the Israel of God" is no longer determined on the basis of conforming to the requirement laid upon Abraham for all the males of his household to be circumcised. Rather, as stated at Galatians 3:26-29, those who belong to Christ and who are spirit-begotten sons of God "are really Abraham’s seed." Jer. 31:31: "‘Look! There are days coming,’ is the utterance of Jehovah, ‘and I will conclude with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah a new covenant." God has not lied, and the Scriptures have been fulfilled, including the fact that the majority of all mankind (that includes Jews) will choose the "wide and spacious road leading to destruction." I'll hold this position until the unfolding of future events, including Armageddon, makes the truth plain. Wilma |
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15 | What sort of oil? | Deut 33:24 | wilmap | 158070 | ||
Did anyone watch the national news last night? This verse was quoted by a "born again" representative of the Zion Oil company. Having just been awarded the "Asher Permit" by the Israeli government, he said this verse provides proof that enough oil to eliminate the country's dependence on foreign oil is present in this region. But is crude oil what is spoken of here? Prior to entry into Canaan, Moses’ prophetic blessing again predicted a prosperous portion for Asher. The tribe was figuratively to ‘dip its foot in oil.’ (De 33:24, 25; compare Job 29:6.) Their allotment of territory stretched along the Mediterranean coastal plains from below the town of Dor, S of Mount Carmel, on up to the N boundary of Palestine at Sidon. (Jos 17:7-11; 19:24-31) This included some of the most fertile land in all Israel, where olive trees would provide abundant oil, while other fruits would provide dainties fit to grace a royal table. (Ge 49:20; De 33:24) When olive oil can be used to fuel cars, I suppose this verse could fulfill this person's goal. With this fundamental misunderstanding, I wonder if they're even going to drill in the correct area? Let's not even get into whether or not the fleshly nation of Israel is still God's chosen people. |
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16 | could Jesus have sinned - Matt.4 passage | 1 Pet 2:22 | wilmap | 157938 | ||
The apostle Paul viewed Jesus as the 2nd Adam. The difference between the 1st and 2nd Adam: the former sinned and brought its consequences on all his offspring while the latter did not and ransomed Adam's offspring. Consider the following excerpts: For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. So it is written: "The first man Adam became a living being"[e]; the last Adam, a life-giving spirit.(1 Cor 15:22,45) For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God's abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ. (Rom 5:17) But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because he suffered death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone. In bringing many sons to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the author of their salvation perfect through suffering. For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for[f]the sins of the people. Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted. (Heb 2:9,10,17,18) For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet was without sin. (Heb 4:15) Heb 5:8 says: Although he was a son, he learned obedience from what he suffered In summary, Jesus not only could have sinned while on earth, but he could learn. Having endured "in the flesh," he in in a position, now, to be a sympathetic high priest. What a loving Father to not only provide his only-begotten son to buy us back, but to train him so as to judge us perfectly as does God, remembering that we are dust. (Psalm 103:13-14) |
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17 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157723 | ||
Mak: I couldn't have chose a better Biblical example myself. Throughout this account (see v. 4:8-11 and 5:1-2), there is displayed on the part of God's loyal servants utmost respect for the ruling authority and confidence in ultimate deliverance by God. Someone else pointed out the example of Daniel, and I would add his 3 Hebrew companions that told the king: "If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to save us from it, and he will rescue us from your hand, O king. But even if he does not, we want you to know, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up." (Dan 3:17-18) Taking matters into their own hands without consulting a prophet of God never led to a good outcome for the Jews. Today, we consult God's Word for the proper course to take as we conduct ourselves as "foreigners" among the nations. We cannot expect miraculous intervention by God as He provided for Israel. God has given his only-begotten Son, and if we exercise faith in him by following his faithful course, we can be assured of God's help to resist being overtaken spiritually by Satan and attaining the hope of everlasting life. Imagine TV footage of US troops marching around Bagdad once a day for 6 days blowing trumpets and singing, and doing the same, but 7 times on the 7th day. Next you see all the fortifications of the Iraqi Royal Guard crumbling, exposing them as easy prey. But that didn't happen, nor were any true prophets consulted. Someday soon, however, God will come to the aid of of loyal Christians in a manner that will make Jericho pale in comparison. (Matt 24:22) The last days pant along toward their completion and the hope of a new earth(minus the ungodly) and a new heaven(ly government), God's kingdom. How glorified our Savior will be at that time! Thanks again for the Scriptural support. Wilma |
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18 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157707 | ||
Thanks for asking. In brief summary, I started this discussion by asking whether persons such as Sam Adams violated Romans 13:1 by inciting the American Revolution against British rule. After all, the Romans were far more oppressive than the British, yet Paul was inspired to give this counsel. However, I have now generalized the subject, partly in response to various comments and partly due to my own desire to show the the importance of knowing when to obey the governments and when to refuse. One Forum participant wrote: "Remember the original issue for the colonists. It was freedom of worship. The European governments were oppressive in other ways as well, but the core issue was the right to worship our Lord Jesus Christ as His Word told them to, not according to the whims of the monarchy, or whatever factions were maneuvering for power. Perhaps God led a few good men to seek liberty, and perhaps some, for their own reasons, joined in." The apostle Paul and all first-century Christians lived under a government that made it difficult to openly worship. Paul used the courts to attempt to advance true worship. He was imprisoned and eventually killed (according to tradition), but he never advocated a revolution. Rather he encouraged full allegiance to God and his anointed king, Jesus, and obedience to the government as long as they did not ask them to violate God's laws. The principle is that simple, but the difficulty is trying to carry this out in Satan's nationally divisive world with our imperfect flesh. I believe "God lead" him to do these things, and thus, could not have "lead" the colonists to violate these same inspired words. Paul admonished the Ephesians: "Find out what pleases the Lord. Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather exposes them. For it is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret." (Eph 5:10-12) May we all continue to earnestly seek God's refinement. Hope that made sense. Wilma |
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19 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157680 | ||
Brad: Like Apollos, you are a "learned man, with a thorough knowledge of the Scriptures." I will try to as Priscilla and Aquila who "explained to him the way of God more adequately." (Acts 18:24,26) 1. "And you will again see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked, between those who serve God and those who do not." (Malachi 3:18) Eph 1:12 goes on to say that "we should serve for the praise of his glory." This is so non-Christians might be led to do similarly. (1 Pet 2:12) I have read many comments on this site that demonstrate that you and others can distinguish between a Christian and one "professing to be one." This will not interfere with 'God being God.' The Jews that died in 70 AD died because they did not heed Jesus' clear prophecy. Instead they either picked up arms against the Romans, or continued eating and drinking, etc. until the "flood" came and swept them away. Those destroyed at Armageddon will be those that make similar mistakes. 2. I encourage people to read carefully about the wars of the “OT.” Discern what or who enabled the Israelites to be successful. Did God sanction all wars? How did he view alliances Israel and Judah made with pagan nations? Why did the Law instruct the future kings of the nation not to multiply horses for themselves? However, Christ was the fulfillment of the law, and the “holy nation” is now, not fleshly Israel, but spiritual Israel – the Christian congregation. A new day dawned when our Exemplar, Jesus Christ, laid down his life for us, while we were yet sinners. He showed us how to live and die so as to please God. He paid his taxes, although son of the One that created and owns everything. He could have called upon legions of angels to fight his captors, but his kingdom is not part of this world. Who are we to take the life of even one individual that Christ died for? Meditate on God’s view of life by studying the “Cities of Refuge” provision in the Law. Do you think he will allow us to rationalize away the 100 million deaths that resulted from man’s wars in the 20th century alone? Only genuine repentance accompanied by actions that demonstrate one has turned away from such a former course will result in an approved standing before our merciful and just Father. This life is a far cry from the “real life.” It is a world gone mad under demonic influence. Certainly, in the end, God will prevail. But meantime, he is allowing us to prove which side we are on. There are only 2 – God’s and Satan’s. There are only 2 ways to worship – one is false and unacceptable to God, and the other true and pleasing to Him. He has destroyed ungodly persons in the past, and will do so again in the near future. Satan is a tremendous deceiver that can make one believe that bad is good and good is bad by playing on our deepest desires, even natural and wholesome ones. You say I’m “too literal” but I suspect many may be “too liberal” with the Scriptures. Jesus knew what he had to do, although it made him unpopular and lead to his death. When Peter tried to encourage him to take a less strict view of his clear instructions from God, he was told to “get behind me Satan (resister).” The road a Christian takes is narrow and cramped and few are finding it. They must exert themselves vigorously in order to stay on the road leading to life. That life in Paradise will make any ridicule, torture or manner of death seem momentary and light compared to endless life in comparison. Imagine a world where Paul's counsel at Romans 12:17-21 is practiced by all. Or how about these by Peter: "To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth. When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. For,Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it."(1 Pet 2:21-23; 3:8-11) Hope to see you there. |
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20 | Did American Revolution violate Rom 13:1 | Rom 13:1 | wilmap | 157654 | ||
Brad: Do you acknowledge the the majority of people in Germany were professed Christians? I would ask you: How did they not only allow the atrocities of the Nazis to occur, but even directly or indirectly support them? Stepping from the American Revolution, taking the "fork in the road" to Nazi Germany, we arrive at any country in the 21st century where any true Christian may find himself a citizen. Now, how do we avoid "polluting" ourselves in this violent Satanic world. Rev 2:10 indicates it will take real courage to obtain "the crown of life." The ruler of this world wants us to compromise our allegiance to Christ and his kingdom. Do you believe his kingdom will come, and crush all the kingdoms of this world, even the USA? (Dan 2:44; Rev 16:16) Read Matt 24:4. Did you notice that Jesus said that, as his disciples, we would "hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed." He didn't say anything about being involved in such wars, nor will you find any support for Christian participation in wars of the nations. In fact, you will find just the opposite counsel: "The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world." (2 Cor 10:4) We arm ourselves with spiritual armor and our offensive weapon is "the sword of the Spirit, God's Word." (Eph 6:17) I don't expect anyone to adopt my view overnight, but I do believe God will require all to adopt his before too long. Thanks to you, and all that have participated in this discussion, for your views. Wilma |
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