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1 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | gracefull | 65001 | ||
Denomination-Has 'governing head' over more than one local body. Non-deniminational are independent with their governing body within. As Ed said theology varies from church to church. Make sure of the basic foundational truth. Jesus the Christ, the only atonement for sin and the only way to the Father, and the Bible is the Holy Spirit breathed word of God and all doctrine must be derived from it. |
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2 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | FTimA | 65006 | ||
Two verses supporting who the head of the church is. Eph 5:23 For the husband is the head of the wife, as Christ also is the head of the church, He Himself being the Savior of the body. 2 Col 1:18 He is also head of the body, the church; and He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that He Himself will come to have first place in everything. Christ is the head of the church. This rules out any and all others who claim or are regarded as head of the church. The initial organization of the church follows, Christ is head, 1 Cor 12:28 And God has appointed in the church, first apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, administrations, various kinds of tongues. Since there are no more Apostles, for there were only 13 (the original twelve minus Judas, plus Matthias, plus Paul), they no longer hold a physical position in the church, BUT that which was written by them (or their scribe) remains as doctrine for us today. Some would say we still have prophets, miracles, gifts of healings, and various kinds of tongues, but this is debatable. We also have evidence of who is to be in charge of each church. Acts 14:23 When they had appointed elders for them in every church, having prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord in whom they had believed. And the scope of their responsibility, 1 Pet 5:2 shepherd the flock of God among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and not for sordid gain, but with eagerness; Some denominations have layer upon layer of organized administration. This is not bible teaching. |
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3 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | Emmaus | 65010 | ||
FTimA, The concept of apostolic succession , which was undisputed for the first 1500 years of Christianity is based on Acts 1:15-26, which shows that the office of the apostles as as bishops and teachers is one that is passed on by the laying on of hands. Matthias took the office of Judas. I believe in the KJV the language even says, "let another take his bishopric." Paul in one of his epistles speaks of laying hands on Timothy in relation to Timothy receiving authority as a shepherd of his church flock. So the concept of apostolic succession is not unbiblical. Emmaus |
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4 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | FTimA | 65021 | ||
In Acts 1:20 Peter quotes two passages from the book of Psalms, Psalm 69:25 "Let their dwelling place be desolate; Let no one live in their tents" and Psalm 109:8 "Let his days be few, And let another take his office" Apostolic succession is undisputed by whom? The language used in Acts 1:20 refers to the position, office, or charge of an Apostle. Laying on of hands is not how this position is obtained. Jesus personally chose the first twelve Apostles. Jesus also chose Paul. Matthias was selected with prayer and casting lots. It never says in the bible that other Apostles laid hands on him or anyone else to receive the position of Apostle. Matthias, being one who was with Jesus from the beginning (Acts 1:21), had already been baptized into Christ (yes this is an educated assumption), and he was numbered with the eleven, therefore received baptism of the Holy Ghost with the eleven on the day of Pentecost. Acts 18:14 says, "Now when the apostles which were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent unto them Peter and John: 15Who, when they were come down, prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Ghost: 16(For as yet he was fallen upon none of them: only they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus.) 17Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost. 18And when Simon saw that through laying on of the apostles’ hands the Holy Ghost was given, he offered them money, 19Saying, Give me also this power, that on whomsoever I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost." The above passage clearly teaches that the Holy Ghost was received "through the laying on of the apostles' hands", vs.18, and Simon wanted to purchase this power saying, "that on whomsover I lay hands, he may receive the Holy Ghost". He was sharply rebuked for even thinking such a thing. Why would they have had to send for Peter and John, both apostles, if this is not true? Your reference to Paul and Timothy goes like this, 1 Timothy 4:6-16 "If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained. 7But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. 8For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. 9This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation. 10For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe. 11These things command and teach. 12Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 13Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine. 14Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery. 15Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all. 16Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee." Paul tells Timothy in vs 14, "Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery." Timothy was not an Apostle, not an elder, but a preacher, a minister, or an evangelist (the last three being basicall the same thing). Paul tells him not to neglect the gift given him by the laying on of the hands of the presbytery. Comparing this with the Acts 18 passage, the "presbytery" would be one or more APOSTLE, but here is the crucial point! Paul states that he himself is the one that "imparted" the gift to Timothy. 2 Timothy 1:6 "Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands." If my comments above are wrong please show me where? |
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5 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | Emmaus | 65026 | ||
FTimA, Timothy was was ordained a bishop or shepherd to oversee his pastorate by the laying on of hands as was Matthias. "Apostolic succession is undisputed by whom?" Anyone. Please show me one Apostpolic pre-Nicean Church Father whose writings we have, that disputed the concept of apostolic succession of bishops from the apostles. Just for starters to read those who spoke on this matter see Ignatius of Antioch circa 100 A.D, in his letters to the Ephesians 6, Magnesians 6, Philadelphians 1 and Clements First Epistle to the Corinthians before 100 A.D. You can access them at this link: http://www.ccel.org/fathers2/ANF-01/TOC.htm Emmaus |
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6 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | Lionstrong | 65042 | ||
Acts 1:21 "Therefore it is necessary that of the men who have accompanied us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us-- Acts 1:22 beginning with the baptism of John until the day that He was taken up from us--one of these must become a witness with us of His resurrection." Acts 1:23 So they put forward two men, Joseph called Barsabbas (who was also called Justus), and Matthias. Here is the criteria by which an apostle was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot. Paul was an exception, but then he was chosen by the Lord Himself: 1 Cor 15:8 and last of all, as to one untimely born, He appeared to me also. 1 Cor 15:9 For I am the least of the apostles, and not fit to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. And since this is a Bible study, what does it matter what our early church fathers said. (Note that I don't disown them nor devalue thier input. Just pointing out that their writings are not the Bible.) Peace, |
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7 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | justme | 65087 | ||
Lionstrong. You make several good points. However, who was it that decided which books would be in th cannon? Was it not the early church fathers? I think if it were not for the early church fathers, and their endless tiresome work, we not have a Bible to study from. There are some very important issues they dealt with that we have concrete grounds to stand on now. True they are not the Bible but they support the Bible in ways that if they had not, we might be floundering today on the Bible's meaning. justme |
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8 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | FTimA | 65099 | ||
Jesus said, Matt 24:35 "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away. Mark 13:31 "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away. Luke 21:33 "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away. I believe God had something to do with it! |
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9 | Non-denominational theology? | John 3:16 | justme | 65102 | ||
Lionstrong: I think you are attempting to say that God is in control. The ultimate protector of the Word is is the Word refered to in John 1:1. We agree not because og what we say. We agree because "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away." Thuss says the Lord in at least three places. Excellent point. God still uses man to accomplish His will, regardless His desires will be done. I am yours to use as you see fit. That is my prayer. God bless. justme |
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