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141	WHERE are they taken?	Luke 17:34	kalos	44979
	WHERE are they taken? (Question re-worded) Question (full): NASB Luke 17:34 "I tell you, on that night there will be two in one bed; one will be taken and the other will be left." "One will be taken" implies that one will be taken someWHERE. So the question "WHERE are they taken?" is a reasonable one. In the PLAIN TEXT and in the immediate context (Luke 17:26-37), WHERE are they taken? Note: Luke 17:[36] [37] (ESV) And they said to him, "WHERE, Lord?" He said to them, "WHERE the corpse is, there the vultures will gather" (emphasis added). In the text the question is, "WHERE, Lord?" In the text the answer to the question is, "WHERE the corpse is, there the vultures will gather." I ask: "WHERE the corpse is" -- does this sound like heaven and rewards? Or does it sound like hell and judgment? I ask: WHERE the vultures will gather -- does this sound like heaven and rewards? Or does it sound like hell and judgment? ************* Luke 17:26-37 (ESV) [26] Just as it was in the days of Noah, so will it be in the days of the Son of Man. [27] They were eating and drinking and marrying and being given in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, and the flood came and destroyed them all. [28] Likewise, just as it was in the days of Lot—they were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building, [29] but on the day when Lot went out from Sodom, fire and sulfur rained from heaven and destroyed them all— [30] so will it be on the day when the Son of Man is revealed. [31] On that day, let the one who is on the housetop, with his goods in the house, not come down to take them away, and likewise let the one who is in the field not turn back. [32] Remember Lot's wife. [33] Whoever seeks to preserve his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will keep it. [34] I tell you, in that night there will be two in one bed. One will be taken and the other left. [35] There will be two women grinding together. One will be taken and the other left." [36] [37] And they said to him, "Where, Lord?" He said to them, "Where the corpse is, there the vultures will gather."
142	Who are the ones taken?	Matt 24:40	kalos	44974
	Who are the ones taken? (Question re-worded) Read Matt 24:36-44. Then answer this question: According to the PLAIN TEXT of this passage, who are the ones taken? I.e., are they unbelievers or believers? For the coming of the Son of Man will be just like the days of Noah. For as in those days before the flood THEY were eating and drinking, THEY were marrying and giving in marriage, THEY did not understand until the flood came and took THEM all away; Let me ask: In the days of Noah, before the flood: 1) WHO were eating and drinking (business as usual)? unbelievers or believers? 2) WHO were marrying and giving in marriage (business as usual)? unbelievers or believers? 3) WHO did not understand until the flood came? unbelievers or believers? (Is it likely that Noah, who had been warned and instructed of God, is the one who did not understand until the flood came?) 4) In light of your answers (based on the text) to the above 3 questions, WHO was taken away by the flood? unbelievers or believers?
143	Where are they taken?	Luke 17:34	kalos	44672
	NASB Luke 17:34 "I tell you, on that night there will be two in one bed; one will be taken and the other will be left." In the passage quoted below, where are they taken? Luke 17:26-37 (ESV) [26] Just as it was in the days of Noah, so will it be in the days of the Son of Man. [27] They were eating and drinking and marrying and being given in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, and the flood came and destroyed them all. [28] Likewise, just as it was in the days of Lot—they were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building, [29] but on the day when Lot went out from Sodom, fire and sulfur rained from heaven and destroyed them all— [30] so will it be on the day when the Son of Man is revealed. [31] On that day, let the one who is on the housetop, with his goods in the house, not come down to take them away, and likewise let the one who is in the field not turn back. [32] Remember Lot's wife. [33] Whoever seeks to preserve his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will keep it. [34] I tell you, in that night there will be two in one bed. One will be taken and the other left. [35] There will be two women grinding together. One will be taken and the other left." [36] [37] And they said to him, "Where, Lord?" He said to them, "Where the corpse is, there the vultures will gather."
144	Who are the ones taken?	Matt 24:40	kalos	44668
	Read Matt 24:36-44, quoted below. Then answer this question: In the context of these verses, who are the ones taken? I.e., are they unbelievers or believers? ************* New American Standard Bible Matthew 24:36-44 "But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father alone. "For the coming of the Son of Man will be just like the days of Noah. "For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noah entered the ark, and they did not understand until the flood came and took them all away; so will the coming of the Son of Man be. "Then there will be two men in the field; one will be taken and one will be left. "Two women [will be] grinding at the mill; one will be taken and one will be left. "Therefore be on the alert, for you do not know which day your Lord is coming. "But be sure of this, that if the head of the house had known at what time of the night the thief was coming, he would have been on the alert and would not have allowed his house to be broken into. "For this reason you also must be ready; for the Son of Man is coming at an hour when you do not think [He will.]
145	Who is gathered first - tares or wheat?	Matt 13:30	kalos	44666
	In Matt. 13:30, who is gathered first -- the tares or the wheat? If the tares (the wicked) are gathered first, how does this affect your interpretation of eschatology (the doctrine of future things; prophecy)? NASB Matthew 13:30 'Allow both to grow together until the harvest; and in the time of the harvest I will say to the reapers, "First gather up the tares and bind them in bundles to burn them up; but gather the wheat into my barn.""'
146	Gender-neutral NIV	Bible general Archive 1	kalos	32485
	Did you know? "Today's New International Version" - gender-neutral version America's best-selling modern Bible is being issued in a gender-neutral version BIRMINGHAM, January 28 -- The International Bible Society says it will update America's best-selling modern language Bible to make fewer gender distinctions. Biblical conservatives including the Nashville-based Southern Baptist Convention have criticized the idea. References to God and Jesus won't be changed. An example given was changing Matthew chapter 5, verse 9 to "children of God" instead of "sons of God." The New Testament of the latest version goes on sale in April with the full Bible including Old Testament books expected by 2005. The society said Monday its original "New International Version," first published in 1978, will remain on the market. That translation has sold more than 150 million copies worldwide. The new Bible will be called "Today's New International Version." Publisher Zondervan of Grand Rapid, Michigan, holds North American rights to both versions. (http://www1.msnbc.com/local/wvtm/nbcat8911wc.asp)
147	Translation bashing - how helpful!	Bible general Archive 1	kalos	30287
	Does this glorify God and edify the church? I wish to thank all you Greek experts and Bible scholars who devote so much time and energy to bashing various translations. This could lead to babes in Christ or searchers developing needless doubts as to the reliability of one or all English translations. How helpful that would be! I'm not saying some of you do not make some good points. Yet because a word is not translated to suit you does not make it a mistranslation of that passage. There must be some way to get your theological points across without resorting to translation bashing. We get enough of that from the KJV-Only cult, who claim that every modern translation is a perversion or conspiracy.
148	Serenetime: Did you know . . .	NT general Archive 1	kalos	29729
	Serenetime: Did you know . . . "The text of Scripture can be understood when taken at face value, making allowances for obvious figures of speech, near/far interpretations, its context, and comparative passages of Scripture that harmonize with it, without contradiction." Hermeneutic 'Hermeneutic is the method of interpretation that one uses to study something written or spoken; it is how one understands the Scriptures. To have validity, one's hermeneutic must be consistent and without contradiction and must never be governed by a theological predisposition or school of thought. In other words, if hermeneutic is controlled by theology then the Bible can be twisted to say whatever that theology would have it say. 'By employing a face value method of interpretation, the reader of Scripture attempts to discover the normal, natural, customary sense of the text as it was intended by the Author/author (God/human) at the time that it was written. 'When a consistent hermeneutic is applied, the meaning of Scripture can be understood. Then, as A.W. Tozer put it, "When you find the truth of Scripture, that truth always stands in judgment of you; you never stand in judgment of it." 'TWO CONDITIONS FOR INTERPRETATION '1) Understand that we are working with English translations of texts originally written in other languages. '2) Scripture never contradicts Scripture. 'FIVE PRINCIPLES OF INTERPRETATION '1) Seek to discover the Author/author's intended meaning. '2) All Scripture is to be taken in its proper context be it words, phrases, passages, chapters, books,etc. Remember, "a text taken out of context is a pretext." '3) All Scripture is to be compared with other Scripture. "The best interpreter of Scripture is other Scripture," said Martin Luther. '4) Determine the literal reference of figures of speech. '5) Recognize that many passages of Scripture, in both Testaments, have both near and far implications and applications. 'The text of Scripture can be understood when taken at face value, making allowances for obvious figures of speech, near/far interpretations, its context, and comparative passages of Scripture that harmonize with it, without contradiction. '"Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, handling accurately the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15)' (www.signministries.org/hermeneutic.htm) kalos
149	What is the alabaster vial (Mt 26:7)?	Matt 26:7	kalos	29163
	Matthew 26:7 (NASB) "a woman came to Him with an alabaster vial of very costly perfume, and she poured it on His head as He reclined at the table." I need to find out as much as possible about the alabaster vial ("box" KJV) in Matthew 26:7. What is the alabaster vial? What is the significance of it? Does it have any symbolic meaning? If so, what does it symbolize?
150	Did Christ fulfill the law - yes or no?	Matt 5:17	kalos	22132
	Searcher56: Just a reminder. Earlier I asked you a question. "Are you saying that Christ did not fulfill the law?" This is a direct question which can be answered with a simple Yes or No. Are you or are you not saying that Christ did not fulfill the law? I merely desire that you clarify your previous posting. Thank you.
151	Did Christ not fulfill the law?	Matt 5:17	kalos	22089
	Searcher56: You have been doing some very good research lately and I wish to commend you for it. I have no wish to be argumentative here. I merely need some clarification of your previous post. You write: "This means both need to occur for the Law to have one jot or one tittle will by no means pass from it." I am not clear at all as to what this sentence means. Would you clarify, please? You write: "This verse does not say He fulfilled the Law. I see John MacArthur agreeing with me. He does not say 'the law was fulfilled in Christ.'" I know what John MacArthur means. I have his book right here in front of me. What I do not understand is this: In the above quote by you, are you saying that Christ did not fulfill the law? If that is your meaning, would you care to comment and expand upon that? Can you show us plain and clear verses of Scripture to support the idea that CHRIST DID NOT FULFILL THE LAW, if indeed that is your meaning here? If not, what do you mean when you write: "This verse does not say He fulfilled the Law. I see John MacArthur agreeing with me. He does not say 'the law was fulfilled in Christ.'?" Thank you for your reply. Again please note, I am not saying that you are wrong. I cannot even determine that until I clearly understand what it is you are saying.
152	Why did no one see this for 1800 years?	Matt 24:3	kalos	20528
	The Rapture. This doctrine, the disappearance of the church seven years prior to the return of Christ, is not a doctrine that anyone in the history of the church ever held to until about 150 years ago. My question is, if the Bible teaches this, why didn't anybody see it for almost 2000 years?
153	Is the Rapture mentioned in the OT?	Matt 24:3	kalos	20231
	Is the Rapture (not the word, but the event itself) mentioned in the Old Testament?
154	Why will God judge the church?	1 Pet 4:17	kalos	20077
	Will God judge the church? And if so, why? Aren't we promised to be spared God's wrath in 1 Thessalonians 1:10 and 5:9? Aren't we told in Romans 8:1 that those who are in Christ Jesus are not subject to condemnation? What does the apostle Peter mean in 1 Peter 4:17?
155	Cite basic 2nd Coming passages.	Matt 24:3	kalos	19755
	Prophetic teaching is scattered throughout the Bible. Recommend one or more passages that are "basic" to an understanding of the return of Christ.
156	Why study prophecy?	Matt 24:3	kalos	19717
	Why study prophecy? With so many important subjects in God's Word, why should we study end-time prophecy?
157	Fulfilled prophecy proof of inspiration	2 Pet 1:19	kalos	15501
	Week by week I read assertions here that are more and more outrageous. Just when I think the assertions have become as outlandish (conspicuously unconventional, bizarre, strikingly unfamiliar) as possible, I read a new one that tops all previous posts. A case in point is as follows: Sir Pent writes: "I would question whether there is any evidence that the original manuscripts were inspired by God either." 2 Peter 1: 19 So we have the prophetic word made more sure, to which you do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star arises in your hearts. "That is, made more sure by fulfilment in part. Fulfilled prophecy is a proof of inspiration because the Scripture predictions of future events were uttered so long before the events transpired that no merely human sagacity or foresight could have anticipated them, and these predictions are so detailed, minute, and specific, as to exclude the possibility that they were mere fortunate guesses. "Hundreds of predictions concerning Israel, the land of Canaan, Babylon, Assyria, Egypt, and numerous personages--so ancient, so singular, so seemingly improbable, as well as so detailed and definite that no mortal could have anticipated them--have been fulfilled by the elements, and by men who were ignorant of them, or who utterly disbelieved them, or who struggled with frantic desperation to avoid their fulfilment. "It is certain, therefore, that the Scriptures which contain them are inspired. "Prophecy came not in olden time by the will of man; but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost" 2 Peter 1:21." (http://bible.crosswalk.com/Commentaries/)
158	What separates Evangelicals, Catholics?	Rom 3:28	kalos	9981
	WHAT SEPARATES EVANGELICALS FROM CATHOLICS? Evangelical Christians and Catholics — what’s the difference? What is it that really separates them? Evangelicals come from a movement that began as a “protest” against non-biblical elements of Catholicism — elements like the belief in purgatory and the practice of granting indulgences. Yet, there remain substantial points which evangelicals share in common with Catholics, including the inspiration of Scripture, the Trinity, the virgin birth, Christ’s atonement and His bodily resurrection. Indeed, with regard to these essentials, evangelicals have more in common with conservative Roman Catholics than they do with liberal Protestants. But despite these important areas of agreement, there are significant differences which separate evangelicals and Catholics. For example, while Catholics support the authority of the Bible, they also assert that the unwritten traditions of the Roman church are just as authoritative. In fact, that’s the reason scores of practices and beliefs which have no basis in Scripture at all are accepted by Catholics as “gospel truth” — practices like prayers for the dead and beliefs such as the infallibility of the pope. This lies in stark contrast to the evangelical position, which asserts that the canon of Scripture alone is the supreme standard and is the authority for all Christians. In fact, affirming otherwise compromises the very supremacy of the Bible as the Christian’s rule of faith (2 Tim. 3:16). Another major issue dividing evangelicals and Catholics has to do with the question of justification. Classical Catholicism holds the view that salvation involves a combination of faith and infused righteousness. This means that God’s grace gives us the capability to become righteous, and enables us to perform good works by which we can receive God’s forgiveness. Evangelicals, on the other hand, believe that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, and in Christ alone (Rom. 4:5; Eph. 2:8-9). To put it in perspective, we are saved by grace, but saved unto good works. Well, in spite of the vast differences between Catholics and evangelicals, I believe our points of agreement provide us with common ground through which we can share and discuss the gospel in love and with understanding. www.equip.org/search/
159	Bible says WHAT is proof of saving faith	2 Cor 13:5	kalos	8296
	AMENDED QUESTION: According to the Scriptures, what kind of things do and do not prove the genuineness of saving faith? I have so far received many, many good, thoughtful replies to the original question. After posting it, I later amended the original question to phrase it more accurately and more specifically. I repost the amended question here in hopes that people will notice what I was really getting at.
160	Saved or Self-Deceived?	2 Cor 13:5	kalos	8246
	Saved or Self-Deceived? Heard on Christian radio. Subject: people who might be deceived by thinking they are saved and on their way to heaven when, in fact, they are not. "Look for people who always seem stuck on one over-emphasized point of theology. This is the person who bangs the proverbial drum for his own little area. Some crazy quirk. And it usually is not some great divine insight. They'd like you to think they're so close to God that they have a great divine insight that no one else has. The fact of the matter is they're seeking a platform for the feeding of their ego. Watch for people with a lack of balance."

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