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1 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | Hank | 157725 | ||
Whatever. If the singing group don't read the Bible, they should! --Hank | ||||||
2 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 157726 | ||
Just trying to understand who your talking about??? | ||||||
3 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | Hank | 157728 | ||
The key to understanding the post is to recognize that it is pure tongue-in-cheek, pure irony, a parody designed to spoof the inane notion of finding hidden meanings in Scripture through the use of the arcane pseudo-science of numerology. We don't play Dungeons and Dragons on this Forum. --Hank | ||||||
4 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 157731 | ||
Oh I understood the post with no problem. And the key is called discernment. I agree, there should be no games played here. Doc had already pointed out to the poster, this is a bible study forum. However, they simply ask the question are any biblical references or meanings behind the number. I fail to see any reason to assume the poster was playing games. If I missed something then please correct me. Could have simply been they were seeking the truth and instead found sarcasm. What kind of message does that send? Should we not instead try and draw them in, to discuss the truth with them? It's as if this has become too widely accepted on this forum. Why I don't know when there are so many of you that participate on this forum with so much knowledge of the scriptures that can be shared with others. I guess knowledge of scripture and wisdom don't always go hand in hand. I don't know if you have spent much time looking around the internet, but this is one of the best if not the best bible forums out there. Lot's of knowledge on this forum! But it's as if something is creeping into this place. We can either resist it are allow it to take over. I'm sorry brother, I don't want to be at odds with you or anyone else on this forum. The problem is too much of this goes on and I wonder how many realize the number of people that are reading along and never post. I also can't help but wonder how many are run off after reading some of the post. I know it's not my forum and I don't dictate the rules. I'm just concerned about some of the things I see. When you can't find God in it, then you have to wonder what it's doing here??? |
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5 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | BradK | 157737 | ||
Dear humbled..., Your words definitely strike on a point of truth. I thank you for speaking from your heart and sharing your perspective. Those of us who have been around awhile, I think realize that there are many who we don't hear from that are watching and reading. What we say matters and we should convey a Christ-like attitude and demeanor at all times. Sometimes we (and I) may fall short. From my perspective you have 3 catagories of people, in general: 1. Those who are serious and have come to seek, learn, and contribute; 2. Those who are "just passing through" so-to-speak; 3. Those who seek to disrupt and promote heresy The challenge is being able to discern, assess, and draw a quick conclusion based on only a few, if not just a single post! So, without making excuses or merely offering an apology, it is very difficult to determine who is serious and truly seeking an honest answer and who is merely playing games and being disruptive. Too often the bad outweigh the good. It is a problem inherent in a public Forum such as this. I think you'll find the heart of many, if not most of the "regulars" is to seek to honor and glorify the Lord by their participation. I'm glad to hear that you think this is "one of the best". I think it is too and that's why I strive to be a positive influence. Please, stick around and be part of the solution as well. We need others such as yourself:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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6 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 157738 | ||
Hey Brad, I understand and I truly understand the heart felt passion many have when it comes to our God and His word. In regards to the regulars. I thank God for them! I've learned much from many on this forum. I read this forum daily and usually several times a day. This forum is a great place for learning there is no doubt about it and there are some good teachers here. I agree the heart of most of the regulars are in the right place most of the time. I pray my post did not come across as if they were not. Something I would like everyone to consider. When someone makes a post instead of taking the defensive approach simply give them the truth in God's word. No one, including the devil can defeat the truth. Regardless of what they say, the truth will always stand out and there is no need for pride or defensive language or sarcasm to strengthen it. If someone feels the need to defend God's word then it should be done as God has instructed 1 Pet. 3:15. The word of God will stand on it's own every time. When I think about God's word and it's power I always think about Hebrews 4:12 and Isaiah 55:11. Is that not some awesome scripture! What more could we possibly do to it to improve on that? Also Brad, I don't exclude myself from any of this. Not just on the forum but in my daily life as well. I'm just as guilty. You know it's funny how easy it is to recognize something when you are so familiar with it, good or bad. |
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7 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | DocTrinsograce | 157753 | ||
Dear Humbled, Of course, the root problem is that the truth is not palatable. Our flesh resists it. You point out that the Word of God will stand on its own. That is quite true. However, we are assured by that very same Word that it will be an offense to those who hear it. We can package it as kindly, tenderly, and gently as humans can muster, yet it will still cause offense. Nevertheless, as Solomon said, "the wounds of a friend are better than the kisses of an enemy." The post-modern mind-set views cordiality as the summum bonum of human interaction. That is a notion, however, that is alien to the Scriptures. Irony, humor, and even stern rebuke are instructional tools used by our Savior. Nor did Christ set the precedent, for it is common to the prophets of old as well as the apostles. I am confident that many examples come instantly to our minds. From an experiential standpoint, I am very grateful to those who have rebuked me sternly when I have been blind, childish, or in error. Now, I do not jump into your conversation with Brother Brad in order to justify a sin. There can never be a just or reasonable excuse for sin! However, simply because something does not meet some societal standard of cordiality does not mean it is sin. Nor does it mean that it is not rooted in a genuine concern for others. On the other hand, I am reminded of a quote by Jonathan Edwards. He wrote, "Be advised to consider what others say of you and improve it to this end, to know whether you do not live in some way of sin... And though the imputation may seem to us to be very groundless and we think that they, in charging us so, are influenced by no good spirit; yet if we act prudently, we shall take so much notice of it as to make an occasion of examining ourselves... it is most imprudent as well as most unchristian, to take it amiss, and resent it, when we are thus told of our faults: we should rather rejoice in it, that we are shown our spots... we should improve what our enemies say of us. If they from an ill spirit reproach and revile us to our faces, we should consider it, so far as to reflect inward upon ourselves and inquire whether it not be so, as they charge us... they are likely to fix on real faults, they are likely to fall upon us where we are weakest and most defective." Certainly you, Humbled, are not an enemy! How much more ought Edwards advice then fall on the heart of those who are seeking to please a Holy Father? Therefore, I will carefully consider your suggestions to see if the Lord is revealing a better way to exemplify Him as I teach others His Word. I'm grateful for your participation in the forum, Humbled. I hope that you will continue to be an active member. Thank you for bringing up this matter. In Him, Doc |
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