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1 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158273 | ||
Okay, for the sake of discussion, lets say that the proper amount of time had passed between verse 6 and 7 that those of you familiar with the slain in the spirit practice would be convinced they were not faking. Where in this verse does it teach us they were slain in the spirit? Please don't avoid the questions and request for explanation. I'm only asking for you to explain how you get slain in the spirit out of the scriptures that is used to justify the practice. If you believe in this practice, then surly you can explain why and how the rest of us can interpret the meaning as you do. I'm basing my belief on the scriptures as I read and understand them. In none of the scriptures used to back this practice can I find the meaning given to them by those that practice this. So, if you so strongly believe that they do, take the time to explain how you get this interpretation from the scriptures. |
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2 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | Mark7 | 158277 | ||
I'm not sure it is necessary to "justify" a manifestation of God. It is my reading of the scripture that they were "slain in the Spirit" in this passage. You obviously disagree. Sometimes our church plays volleyball, although it is not in the Bible. By the way, playing musical instruments IS in the New Testament. | ||||||
3 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | humbledbyhisgrace | 158281 | ||
If you wish to teach the word of God, it is necessary to remember who's word it is and the responsibility that goes with teaching it. Your approach is to teach and not discuss. You speak as one with authority yet you fall on common sense as your basis for that authority and lack the ability to explain your authoritative position on the word of God. At a minimum you should state that something is your opinion and not state it as fact if you cannot back it up. Maybe you should instead choose to discuss as many of us do and not try to teach. If you were in a position to teach the word of God you would not run from it nor any question ask of you to justify your belief. Are you sure this is your interpretation of the scripture or where you taught this by someone else? Just ask yourself that question. No need to respond. Another good question to ask yourself. Why is it that these type of "manifestations of God" only happening in certain types of churches? Again, no need to respond. I like volleyball also and I know, just like being slain in the spirit, it's not in the bible. But I can't help but wonder if sooner or latter someone out there will not find a verse in the bible that says other wise. As far as musical instruments, I love them. Never was smart enough to figure them out though. But I do love to hear others that have mastered them. Also, know this, I am your brother in Christ. I do not claim to know all there is to know about God or His word. I disagree with others as well to their interpretation of scripture sometime. However, that does not mean we are enemies and that we are not brothers in Christ. But as your brother in Christ, I would caution you to think long and hard about how you use the word of God. I for one believe it is better to keep seeking the truth in it then to sling it out there as if you know the truth without being able to explain it and why you believe it. |
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4 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | Mark7 | 158315 | ||
I know you are not going to see "slain in the Spirit" in this verse, because you don't believe it is from God. As far as I remember, I was not taught this by man. The reason that these types of manifestations only occur in some churches is that only some churches have enough faith over unbelief in this area. See Matthew 13:58. Do you respect Billy Grahm? He was baptised in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues. I have explained it, you are unwilling to accept it. "...I honor My Father, and you dishonor Me." "Holy Laughter" is real, too! :) (I just learned it had that name on this website) |
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5 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | DocTrinsograce | 158334 | ||
Dear Mark, So, these churches that manage to muster enough "faith over unbelief" (whatever that means) are more holy than other churches who are only seeking the truth through the Word of God? This is very similar to gnostic teachings. I believe that Charles F. Paraham taught something along these lines before he was asked to leave the movement he founded. Your posts are full of presuppositions that are far from being Biblically sound. Perhaps you might find another forum whose focus is experience or spiritism or some such. This forum is a Study Bible Forum. I am always puzzled by the fact that people who claim some kind of second blessing are so devisive and disrespectful of the Word. This seems much more telling than any argument I've yet seen. In Him, Doc |
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6 | What is "slain in the spirit"? | 1 Thess 5:21 | Mark7 | 158346 | ||
Receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit is only living out the truth of the Word of God. To the contrary of your experience, I have found such people more respectful of the Word of God than the average Christian. |
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