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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: zeppie Ordered by Date |
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1 | Be fruitful, multiply or God's guidance | Rom 14:23 | zeppie | 156061 | ||
I appreciate everyone's insight. I don't ask the question for myself necessarily; however, the answer has implications on my life as a Christian. I had a friend who posed the question to me asking for advice. I tended to lean towards a response like that of Mark D. Since I felt there is no clear teaching in scripture, they should do as they feel God is leading them and do it fervently, since what is done that is not from faith is sin. I would be grateful for the resources if they are easy for you to find so that I may pass them their way. I was concerned about an article that she sent me. It seemed very out of character for her. I believe it was from www.lifeandlibertyministries.com. The article was called "Being Fruitful: A Biblical View on Birth Control". The group life and liberty seems to be a bit, oh I don't know how to describe it, other than I didn't feel it was a reliable source. I just wanted to provide her with some Godly wisdom. So I appreciate the council of my brothers and sisters in this forum. |
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2 | Theological Term: Theotokos | Luke 1:31 | zeppie | 155967 | ||
Thank you for your post. I have never noticed the verse in Luke 11. I will remember it when talking with ROMAN Catholics about Mary. I am glad I joined your discussion. | ||||||
3 | is Christ coming back more than once | NT general Archive 1 | zeppie | 155964 | ||
Although CDBJ mentioned some interesting facts, I'm not sure he answered your question. I believe Christ will only have one return to earth. | ||||||
4 | Theological Term: Theotokos | Luke 1:31 | zeppie | 155961 | ||
I was not familiar with the term "theotokos", but I did a little research on the internet after your reply (Thanks). It seemed to refer to, as you said, the motherhood of Mary. But also her ever-virginity? Although not familiar with the term, I am somewhat familiar with the Catholic's admiration of Mary, but no expert. But I will be glad to join your discussion. It has always made me a bit uncomfortable the way the Catholics honor Mary (along with other things in the Catholic faith). It certainly comes across as "worship", although I doubt any Catholic would say that is what they are doing. Mary certainly has an important role in redemptive history, but many others in scripture have as well. Abraham, Moses, John the Baptist, etc. Understandable Mary has a unique role in giving birth to our saviour. But we should not put our an overly significant focus and "worship-like" admiration on these individuals. After all, it is God who created these human beings. The honor and credit should be given to Him for sending His son to live upon this earth and die for our sins, not to the human vessel He used. Here is a quote from www.theotokos.org " ... more honorable than the Cherubim and more glorious beyond compare than the Seraphim; without corruption you gave birth to God the Word; true Theotokos we magnify you ..." This statement is very scary and I think it boarders on breaking the first two commandments. We should be magnifying the name of God in all the earth, not Mary or any other saint. This organization/church may not adequately represent the "theotokos" view of the Catholic church, but if it does I disagree with this view wholeheartedly. Maybe this will get your discussion rolling. I look forward to seeing what you have to say. Thanks. zeppie |
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5 | Need help to get into the bible | John | zeppie | 155952 | ||
Could you be more specific? | ||||||
6 | Theological Term: Theotokos | Luke 1:31 | zeppie | 155951 | ||
Is the term "theotokos" supposed to found in the Greek NT or is it a term created by the Council? I did not find it in the verse above (Luke 1:31). | ||||||
7 | marriage Christian woman moslem man? | 2 Cor 6:14 | zeppie | 155950 | ||
2 Corinthians 6:14-18 says "14 Do not be bound together with unbelievers; for what partnership have righteousness and lawlessness, or what fellowship has light with darkness? 15 Or what harmony has Christ with Belial, or what has a believer in common with an unbeliever? 16 Or what agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; just as God said, "I WILL DWELL IN THEM AND WALK AMONG THEM; AND I WILL BE THEIR GOD, AND THEY SHALL BE MY PEOPLE. 17"Therefore, COME OUT FROM THEIR MIDST AND BE SEPARATE," says the Lord. "AND DO NOT TOUCH WHAT IS UNCLEAN; And I will welcome you. 18"And I will be a father to you, And you shall be sons and daughters to Me," Says the Lord Almighty. The Muslim man does not likely believe Jesus Christ was God in the flesh and the one who paid the penalty for his sins. Therefore, a Christian would not consider a Muslim a "believer" but an "unbeliever". The above verse tells Christians not to be joined together or "bound" with an unbeliever. I don't know much about the Orthodox church. I know they vary in beliefs from Protestants. I am not sure I understand your question about "how does this happen in church?". Maybe you can clarify. Hope that gives you some direction. |
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8 | Be fruitful, multiply or God's guidance | Not Specified | zeppie | 155948 | ||
Should Christians use methods such as birth control or natural family planning to prevent conception? Does God intend for us to trust Him with how many children we have or to pray and be guided by His wisdom to make this decision? Is there overwhelming Biblical evidence one way or the other? Thank you! | ||||||
9 | Be fruitful, multiply or God's guidance | Rom 14:23 | zeppie | 155970 | ||
Should Christians use methods such as birth control or natural family planning to prevent conception? Does God intend for us to trust Him with how many children we have or to pray and be guided by His wisdom to make this decision? Is there overwhelming Biblical evidence one way or the other? Thank you! | ||||||