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1 | Paul's missionary work | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231117 | ||
The biggest controversy in this regard was started because of the long history of animosity between Jews and Gentiles. Both parties hated each other with great intensity. The Jews thought they had an exclusive relationship with God Almighty forever, in spite of the OT scriptures hinting otherwise. Naturally as with all things in the world, the Gentiles had grown in developing their own kind of laws and religious thinking. Most of it was pagan and immature but at least some laws like that from Hammorabi was a little bit similar in being far more humane. So God in His Infinite Wisdom chose to bring His Son into the world to save ALL mankind from our sins as shown in... Eph 1:7 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace 8 which He made to abound toward us in all wisdom and prudence, 9 having made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His good pleasure which He purposed in Himself, 10 that in the dispensation of the fullness of the times He might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven and which are on earth—in Him. 11 In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will, 12 that we who first trusted in Christ should be to the praise of His glory. I've been taught that's why God in His Providence allowed the establishment of a common language such as Greek to promote His Son's Gospel and the construction of Roman roads throughout the Mediterrain world to promote travel of missionaries with this Good News. Wonderful timing, don't you think? Paul and the church handled these controversies with just a little more firmness than you and I can do in this day and age. Remember Paul and the Apostles had a miraculous measure of the Holy Spirit empowering them to look into the hearts and minds of those causing controversy. For example: Acts 13:6 Now when they had gone through the island to Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew whose name was Bar-Jesus, 7 who was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, an intelligent man. This man called for Barnabas and Saul and sought to hear the word of God. 8 But Elymas the sorcerer (for so his name is translated) withstood them, seeking to turn the proconsul away from the faith. 9 Then Saul, who also is called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him 10 and said, “O full of all deceit and all fraud, you son of the devil, you enemy of all righteousness, will you not cease perverting the straight ways of the Lord? 11 And now, indeed, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you shall be blind, not seeing the sun for a time.” Other times, Paul was quite the diplomat with certain folks like Felix and Festus in Acts 24 and 25. One of Paul's Masterpieces of Diplomacy is the Book of Philemon dealing with the issue of slavery in his world. Notice he didn't require doing away with slavery but seemed to recognize it as a way of life but it is obvious that God doesn't want us to treat human beings as such based on Jesus' teachings. Yes somewhat a quandry for us modern christians. Just my thoughts; Go with God in all things, Bill |
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2 | Paul's missionary work | Bible general Archive 4 | DocTrinsograce | 231124 | ||
Dear Bill, You wrote, "So God in His Infinite Wisdom chose to bring His Son into the world to save all mankind from our sins..." You believe in Universalism? You also believe that God's plan of redemption was as a result of human behavior? Some kind of Plan B? In Him, Doc |
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3 | Paul's missionary work | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231125 | ||
Not sure what this word meant so I looked it up on Wikipedia: Universalism, in its primary sense, refers to religious, theological, and philosophical concepts with universal application or applicability. Religion in this context is defined as a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a superhuman agency or agencies, usually involving devotional and ritual observances, and often containing a moral code governing the conduct of human affairs. Universalism is a term used to identify particular doctrines considering all people in their formation. Universalism in the religious context claims that religion or religious man (sic) is a universal quality. This can be contrasted with nonuniversalist religions. In its secondary sense, a church or community that calls itself Universalist may emphasize the universal principles of most religions and accept other religions in an inclusive manner, believing in a universal reconciliation between humanity and the divine. For example Abrahamic religions like Judaism, Christianity, and Islam still claim a universal value of their doctrine and moral principles because they feel they are inclusive. A belief in one common truth is also another important tenet. The living truth is seen as more far-reaching than national, cultural, or religious boundaries. In response, I can only say I believe simply what the Bible says from... Gen 3:15 And I will put enmity Between you and the woman, And between your seed and her Seed; He shall bruise your head, And you shall bruise His heel.” to John 3:16 As far as God's Plan of Redemption, the scripture below seems to speak for itself... Eph 1:7 IN HIM WE HAVE REDEMPTION THROUGH HIS BLOOD, THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS, ACCORDING TO THE RICHES OF HIS GRACE 8 WHICH HE MADE TO ABOUND TOWARD US IN ALL WISDOM AND PRUDENCE, 9 having made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His good pleasure which He purposed in Himself, 10 that in the dispensation of the fullness of the times He might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven and which are on earth—in Him. 11 In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will, 12 that we who first trusted in Christ should be to the praise of His glory. Concerning your query of "Plan B," again I can only respond with more scripture... Gal 1:6 I marvel that you are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel, 7 which is not another; but there are some who trouble you and want to pervert the gospel of Christ. 8 BUT EVEN IF WE, OR AN ANGEL FROM HEAVEN, PREACH ANY OTHER GOSPEL TO YOU THAN WHAT WE HAVE PREACHED TO YOU THAN WHAT WE HAVE PREACHED TO YOU, LET HIM BE ACCURSED. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed. And Jude 3 Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I FOUND IT NECESSARY TO WRITE TO YOU EXHORTING YOU TO CONTEND EARNESTLY FOR THE FAITH WHICH WAS ONCE FOR ALL DELIVERED TO THE SAINTS. 4 For certain men have crept in unnoticed, who long ago were marked out for this condemnation, ungodly men, who turn the grace of our God into lewdness and deny the only Lord God and our Lord Jesus Christ. (All caps above are mine for emphasis and clarity.) So in summary, I certainly don't believe in anything but God's Word for anything pertaining to Heaven, Godliness in accordance with His Word. Are you telling me that your group requires you to believe in some Plan B or this Universalism? I do believe in the one single way to get to Heaven as described by our Lord in... Jn 14:“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. 4 And where I go you know, and the way you know.” 5 Thomas said to Him, “Lord, we do not know where You are going, and how can we know the way?” 6 Jesus said to him, “I AM THE WAY, I AM THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE. NO ONE COMES TO THE FATHER EXCEPT THROUGH ME." Hope this helps; Go with God in all His Ways, Bill |
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4 | Paul's missionary work | Bible general Archive 4 | BradK | 231128 | ||
Prov 4:7 "The beginning of wisdom is: Acquire wisdom; And with all your acquiring, get understanding. Prov 5:1 My son, give attention to my wisdom, Incline your ear to my understanding; |
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