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1 | Why little sign of power in our churches | Mark 16:17 | Suede67 | 93303 | ||
Hey Retxar, Sorry this is a late response. 1 Cor 13:8 shows us that gifts will cease. At the time of 1 Cor 1:7 spritual gifts were very much abound still. Both 13:8 and 1:7 show us that they cease upon Christ's return. Now it's just a matter of when you feel Christ will or has returned. Take care, SUEDE |
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2 | Why little sign of power in our churches | Mark 16:17 | retxar | 93391 | ||
Thanks for your response. Now another question. What do you think about the Lords supper? Do you or your church observe it? |
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3 | Why little sign of power in our churches | Mark 16:17 | Suede67 | 93490 | ||
Hi Rextar, Good question. Yes, I do observe it, and I think it is important for Christians to observe it. There is an active debate within Preterism about it right now, but I think it's an important reminder of Christ's covenant with us. Is it crucial for salvation? No. But, I do think it's important to observe. Take care, SUEDE |
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4 | Why little sign of power in our churches | Mark 16:17 | retxar | 93545 | ||
Good answer to my good question! I'm glad you do observe the Lord's supper because it is a scriptural command for us to observe until Jesus's return. 1Co 11:26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death till He comes. However, if you believe Jesus has already returned, why do you think "it is important for Christians to observe it" in light of 1Co 11:26? Why would you, if Jesus has already returned? Won't you please re-examine you beliefs and consider the fact that you may be WAY OFF BASE here my friend? BTW, contrary to your previous post to me, God's truth is NOT “simply a matter of on what we think or believe”, but rather WHAT WE BELIEVE should be based on GOD's truth, which is absolutely true regardless of what we may think or believe. You shall know the truth and the truth will set you free! retxar |
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5 | Why little sign of power in our churches | Mark 16:17 | Suede67 | 93595 | ||
Retxar, ...However, if you believe Jesus has already returned, why do you think "it is important for Christians to observe it" in light of 1Co 11:26? Why would you, if Jesus has already returned?... Well, though I can't speak for all Preterists, I will speak for myself. I personally feel communion has other benefits to it. Here's a few from Easton's, and I agree with them completely, To commemorate the death of Christ: "This do in remembrance of me." To signify, seal, and apply to believers all the benefits of the new covenant. In this ordinance Christ ratifies his promises to his people, and they on their part solemnly consecrate themselves to him and to his entire service. To be a badge of the Christian profession. To indicate and to promote the communion of believers with Christ. To represent the mutual communion of believers with each other. It's quite similar to water immersion. I don't think that, nor the Lord's Supper is a salvation issue, but I do feel they do serve a purpose and are significant. Are we bound to rituals? No, we aren't, that too is very much the glory of Christ, and one that people too often wish to dismiss. But bondage or not aside, communion is a important aspect with the Church; in my opinion. ...Won't you please re-examine you beliefs and consider the fact that you may be WAY OFF BASE here my friend?... That's what made me both a Calvinist and a Preterist, by re-examining my beliefs. But, I appeciate your kind words and concern. I should be so lucky from my other brothers. I sometimes wonder if Paul was wrong in telling us that love will always remain. ...You shall know the truth and the truth will set you free!... Exactly! Thanks Retxar, God bless, SUEDE |
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