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Results from: Answers On or After: Thu 12/31/70 Author: Matt Ordered by Date |
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1 | This is why...? | Bible general Archive 1 | Matt | 1816 | ||
The reason they are called non-denominational is there non-affiliation with a denomination. This in and of itself does not mean that they will have no standard or set theological teaching. I have seen just the opposite in some cases. I have been a part of a major denominational church that, because of the heirarchy of government, was more reliant on their "leaders" for guidance than they were on scripture and God. I would not and would strongly encourage others to be careful with broad categorizations. I have seen some wonderful well led churches, both denominational and non- as well as the opposite. The titles of denominational and non-denominational strictly deal with the way they are governed. Local control versus heirarchy. God Bless! |
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2 | Non-denominational theology? | Bible general Archive 1 | Matt | 1750 | ||
"Non-denominational" theology would be as widely varied and difficult to categorize as "denominational" theology. I have been a part of three non-denominational churches and I could not even begin to lay out the differences, many immense, between them. A non-denominational church does not have the heirarchy or top down governance that denominations do. They often work together and join forces in the efforts but are not governed by a head group. I am not sure this answers your question as it is very broad. I know there are some excellent sources available that discuss the different denominational and nondenominational churches. A good place to start would be the Christian Research Institute www.equip.org. I have found their resources to be excellent. God Bless. | ||||||
3 | Is prophecy dead? | Matt 11:13 | Matt | 1748 | ||
I would be honored if you would consider the following thoughts of a layman. First, I believe there is room within Christianity to debate the idea of cesation of spiritual gifts. I believe these discussions help iron sharpen iron. I also believe that these should not cause us to divide. Also there seems to often be confusion between spritial gifts and talents. I believe we are all blessed, through the Holy Spirit, with talents that we are to use for the building up of the kingdom. The question is do the "gifts" still exist today. In terms of prophesy I would strongly suggest the following thought. If a person is truly a prophet then their prophecy should be 100 percent correct 100 percent of the time. This is would be a good test. Another would be to test everything they "prophesy" in light of scripture. I love the example of the Bereans when they tested everything Paul told them in light of scripture. They did not just take his word on it even though he was Paul. Here is what I do know. The Bible is the inerrant inspired word of God and I can trust without hesitation what it says. I cannot make the same statement of the "prophesies" that are currently being given by men. I have yet to hear of any modern day prophet that would "pass" the two criteria I mentioned above. This does not mean that God could not or would not send a prophet but that is up to God and we are warned repeatedly to be wary of false prophets. | ||||||
4 | Is Lamec a descendant of Seth or Cain? | Genesis | Matt | 141 | ||
Be careful in your reading. In Cain's lineage Lamach's father is METHUSHAEL and in Seth's lineage Lamach's father is METHUSELAH. If you sketch out a family tree of each it is evident that the Lamach in Cain and Seth's descendents is not the same Lamach. This should not be any more of a problem than confusing any other two people with the same name. Also, be careful with the timing issue. Just because Seth is dealt with in chapter 15 following Cain's lineage do not assume that it is chronologically correct. I would strongly suggest a book by Henderson and Henderson called "Living by the Book" if you want to develop your bible studying skills. God Bless |
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5 | not a hair will perish cp. persecution | Luke 21:18 | Matt | 139 | ||
Read the entire passage from 21:10-19. The idea that not a hair on your head will perish and persecution are mutually exclusive takes the message out of context. Luke is not saying that they will not have physical harm come to them (v.12) but because of this they will have the opportunity to testify (v.13). In regards to v. 18 continue on to verse 19. The idea here is that God knows us and is watching over us. Those who persecute can only kill the body but God gives us life both here and for eternity. See Luke 12:4-9. Just for reference, a great book on bible study is Living by the Book by Henderson and Henderson. |
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