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1 | Please add prayer requests in user info | Bible general Archive 1 | Chris | 8813 | ||
I'd like to make a suggestion, we may already be doing this, but can we start putting are prayer requests in our user information? May requests are there, and I would appreciate any and all prayer in the name of our Lord Jesus! I hope many others will (are) doing the same:-) | ||||||
2 | Is I Cor. 13:2 possible vs. I Cor. 13:9? | 1 Cor 13:2 | Chris | 8817 | ||
In I Cor. 13, Paul says in vs 2, "And though I have the gift of prophecy, and undertand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing." But, in vss 9,10 he states, "For we know in part and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect has come, then that which is in part will be done away." Is it possible to prophecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, or not? |
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3 | Is I Cor. 13:2 possible vs. I Cor. 13:9? | 1 Cor 13:2 | Chris | 8815 | ||
In I Cor. 13, Paul says in vs 2, "And though I have the gift of prophecy, and undertand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing." But, in vss 9,10 he states, "For we know in part and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect has come, then that which is in part will be done away." Is it possible to prophecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, or not? |
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4 | I Cor. 13:2 vs 13:9; all knowledge? | Mark 9:23 | Chris | 8781 | ||
Steve, I dont understand what you are saying. If one can prophesy all mysteries and all knowledge, why does Paul say we only prophesy in part and know in part? How are these not contradictory? What are you saying about pronouns? |
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5 | Retxar, additional thoughts please! | Mark 9:23 | Chris | 8778 | ||
Retxar, I certainly see your point and for a time held the same view; however, Jesus is comparing the Kingdom of GOD to a mustard seed in your references, whereas, Jesus' rebuke of the deciples in Mat. 17:20 is because they're littleness of faith. And, as I interpret it, to hammer this point home He compares they're faith to the smallness of a mustard seed and says, your faith is infinitely smaller than a mustard seed! If you were to accept my interpretation, any additional thoughts? Please consider the second question as well! |
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6 | Mark, more info please! | Mark 9:23 | Chris | 8777 | ||
Mark, You cant leave me hanging! What is so undeniably important? |
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7 | Steve, more insight please! | Mark 9:23 | Chris | 8776 | ||
Steve, Please consider my more detailed question I wrote for Nolan, and let me know if your answer is the same. How does the more clear question affect our interpretation of these Scriptures? |
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8 | Mat 17:20 vs I Cor 13:2? | Mark 9:23 | Chris | 8741 | ||
Nolan, let me clarify my question. Jesus says that we need faith as a mustard seed, which was the smallest seed for planting purposes in Judea; I've heard they're almost as small as the head of a needle. But, Paul acts as if faith to move mountains is the most monumentous act of faith, how are we to interpret these Scripture together? Secondly, are the statements Paul makes in I Cor 13:1-3 possible? Notice that Paul states in vs. 2, "If I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge;" but in vs. 9,10 he states, "For we know in part and we prophesy in part; but when the perfect comes, the partial will be done away." So, is it possible to prophecy all mysteries and have all knowledge? If these are not possible, what about the other statements in vs 1 and 3? If vs. 2 is impossible what does that say about the other verses and how do I know if vs. 1 is possible? |
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9 | Implications of Mat 17:20 vs I Cor 13:2? | Mark 9:23 | Chris | 8680 | ||
Mat. 17:20 Vs I Cor 13:2; How are these verses to be interpreted in the light provided by each? Are the actions Paul mentions in I Cor. 13:1-3 possible? | ||||||
10 | Arminian view of Called Rm 8:30? | Rev 21:27 | Chris | 7398 | ||
Hey Tim, I wanted to ask some questions about the Arminian view. I will be focusing my comments on Romans 8:29-30. I want to clarify some definitions according to this view: Foreknowledge (v29) - GOD knowing before hand who would be justified before Him through accepting Jesus Christ (believer’s acceptance) and who would be damned based upon their rejection of Jesus Christ. Correct? Called (v30) - Divine Call unto Salvation? (Strong’s #2564) I know that the word is used in Matthew 22:14 as ‘invited,’ but in Paul’s writing, how is this word defined? Do you believe this ‘call’ is revocable, as used in 8:29-30? I have always been bent toward freewill, and I probably always will be, but what I don’t understand is, if GOD foreknew who would choose Him of their own freewill, why did He ‘call’(2564) them(us)? And, if #2564 as Paul uses it is a ‘Divine Call’ unto Salvation, wouldn’t the fact that GOD ‘called’ all He foreknew still lead us to the conclusion of Eternal Security? GOD foreknows who will remain faithful to the end, but He only ‘calls’ those who do finish the course. So, wouldn’t the folks who fall short not be ‘Genuine Christians’ because they were never ‘called’ by GOD? As I’ve mentioned before, I am an Election/Responsibility person. As I understand it, this view fully recognizes man’s responsibility considering the unlimited atonement of Christ and the clear teaching that ‘whosoever will’ can be saved. This view completely rejects the idea of GOD predetermining some to hell, if someone goes to hell s/he holds the blame. However, this view also recognizes the Sovereignty of GOD in the Election of the saints (personal and corporate). How these two truths come together is beyond our realm of comprehension, but they are both clearly taught in Scripture (according to this view:-). |
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11 | More Info on Beliefs | 3 John 1:11 | Chris | 6709 | ||
Hey Tim, I've just finished reading all (and I mean all of them, not all kinds:-) of your posts, and I am quite impressed with your knowledge and your ability to express your views clearly! I was wondering what other beliefs you hold, say about end times or anything else. I applaud you for your patience and thoroughness when involved in discussions with the Reformed folks. I have not been quite as succesful myself, I am ashamed to say. I wanted to ask you a few more questions: 1. Rom. 9:19-21: I can adequately interpret all the other verses in this chapter assuming the Arminian point of view, but these three verses give me trouble. What's your take? (I know you wrote 60 pages, so a summary will suffice! I can work around these verses if I try, but it is not as you so eliquantly say, the most natural, clear reading. By the by, I do not ascribe to Arminianism, but I am certainly bent toward that direction when compared to 5-point Calvinists. I suppose I am a Election/Responsibility person, which means they're both true but only GOD knows how.) 2. I noticed your know-how with Greek. I was wondering what some of the best resources are? I have just purchased the "Key Word Study Bible" and the "Complete WordStudy Bible CD" both edited by Spiros Zodhiates. Have you seen these works? Any opinions? (The theology may not suit you, and it is quite prevalent, but the language info is worth it, in my opinion, but then Dr. Z is not that far from my beliefs.) Final note on this work, it is not as typical as you might think of an evangelical work, you had a question on I Tim 2:12, Dr. Z is quite adament about the fact that I Tim 2:11,12 should be wife and husband, rather than man, woman. And he is quite convincing, I never realized how ignorant I was just using the Strongs concordance!(I would have fought to the death that this verse COULD NEVER mean 'wife' but a little time with a better understanding of Greek and I've changed my mind!) The language is so much more than just the root words!(Voice, Mood, etc.) 3. Would you consider yourself Charismatic or Conservative? I don't want to get to personal, so if your not comfortable with this one, thats OK. I'm quite conservative, but I certainly desire a close relationship with my Lord. |
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12 | Holy Spirit's power of Conviction | Rom 5:6 | Chris | 5748 | ||
Only this section of your comment will be addressed: "The problem here is that you are taking it as axiomatic that unregenerate man in any way has the ability to "choose God," that he is morally free to do so. Please show us in Scripture where it declares that man's will is free in this regard." Man's will is certainly not 'free' but GOD did send the Holy Spirit. This debate is old and tired! I always get into it because people actually think they are 'wise' enough to understand the intricate workings of GOD, and perhaps I am hoping someone out there is wise enough. But usually people simply misinterpret Scripture in an attempt to feel like they understand. I hope you will show me the proof I am in need of! See John 16:8-11, "And, He (Holy Spirit), when He comes, will convict the world concerning sin and righteousness and judgment; concerning sin, because they do not believe in Me; and concerning righteousness, because I go to the Father and you no longer see Me; and concerning judgment, because the ruler of this world has been judged. Now, if the HS convicts 'the world' it's safe to assume that 'the world' includes everyone; but I know you don't assume that! So, if the HS convicts 'the world' and the ruler of 'this world' is judged, what part of 'the world' did satan not rule over before he was judged? As I am sure you know, Rom 3:10-18 states clearly that we are(were) all under sin, doesn't that mean we were under the control of satan? I'm sure you know that these are the same exact words for 'world' in the Greek text, so there is no play on words here, at least there is no evidence of it in the Greek. So, if the HS convicts the world concerning sin, and if the world means everyone, doesn't everyone have the power, through the Holy Spirit, to choose Jesus Christ? |
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13 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | Chris | 3712 | ||
I appreciate these Scriptures, but they do not speak to the idea of divine healing in the purest sense (All sickness and disease has been conquered at the cross, therefore, we have a divine right to claim healing. And, if we are not healed, our faith is not strong enough). Paul said, 'many', not all and he was talking to the corinthians specifically; he does not share the same sentiment with anyone else in Scripture. Do you believe that all sickness is judgement from GOD, and is it all avoidable? And, can we 'name it and claim it' when it comes to healings and prosperity? | ||||||
14 | Divine Healing? | Matthew | Chris | 3676 | ||
Sorry, I have, once again, failed to clarify my question. There is a 'theology' out in the charismatic world of Christianity today that says no christian has to be sick. They say that it is ALWAYS GOD's will for christians to be healthy, and if you're sick you must be doing something wrong. So, the conclusion is that all christians can receive a healing, if they have enough faith and do everything else that GOD wants them to do, this idea is what I was phrasing as Divine Healing. Do you believe in this idea? Do you know of any Scripture that would support it? The same movement is unearthing the idea that GOD is about to pour a financial anointing on believers, and we are going to be rich, so that GOD will be able to use our tithes. This message usually comes with a request for a 'seed' of faith to start the harvest of wealth. Is there anything is Scripture to support this idea? Please express your (everyone!!) opinion!! GOD bless!! |
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15 | Divine Healing, True or False? | Matthew | Chris | 3605 | ||
I've caught the broadcasts for Benny Hinn and John Hagee this week, and it seems they are both speaking about 'Divine Healing'. Does anyone know if there is Scripture to support this theology? And, what about the 'Prosperity Gospel', any Scriptural documentation? Please give me your opinion! | ||||||
16 | For Hank and everybody else!! | John 11:25 | Chris | 2771 | ||
Hank, I was hoping you would update your user information. I'd like to get to know the people I converse with better!! You can check mine out (don't expect anything great, though!). GOD bless!! | ||||||
17 | Sexual lust vs. other lusts of flesh? | 1 Cor 6:18 | Chris | 2775 | ||
Why is it that we are asked to overcome all sins of the flesh, with the exception of sexual lust? If we have this desire we should satisfy it in a Biblical manner (marry), but still it is treated differently than other lusts of the flesh, any ideas why? | ||||||
18 | Is it a sin not to vote in elections? | 1 Timothy | Chris | 2755 | ||
Let me get more specific, I have heard preachers and pastors say that it is a sin not to vote in public elections. Surely, we can not claim sinfulness to an implication in a series of verses. (I Tim 2:1-3) I'd like more opinions on whether christians should vote in elections, and whether it is a sin not to vote? (Scripture, please) | ||||||
19 | Should Christians Vote in elections? | 1 Timothy | Chris | 2726 | ||
Should Christians vote for their leaders? (Scriptural documentation, please.) | ||||||
20 | Holman Bible: Critical or Majority Text? | Bible general Archive 1 | Chris | 2534 | ||
Hey Hank, what group of greek manscripts did the translators use for the Holman Bible; Critical Text or Majority Text? | ||||||