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1 | number 5 means in the bible. | 1 Sam 17:40 | Wild Olive Shoot | 218610 | ||
Dear shree30, I couldn't answer any better than what is pasted below: "Whether or not the numbers really do have a significance is still debated in many circles. The Bible definitely seems to use numbers in patterns or to teach a spiritual truth. However, many people put too much significance on “Biblical numerology,” trying to find a special meaning behind every number in the Bible. Often a number in the Bible is simply a number. God does not call us to search for secret meanings, hidden messages, and codes in the Bible. There is more than enough truth in the words and meanings of Scripture to meet all our needs and make us “complete and thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16)." http://www.gotquestions.org/Biblical-numerology.html Stand in His grace, WOS |
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2 | Biblical meaning of gossip | 2 Cor 12:20 | Wild Olive Shoot | 218524 | ||
Dear 561joshua01, 2 Corinthians 12:20: For I fear that perhaps when I come I may find you not as I wish, and that you may find me not as you wish--that perhaps there may be quarreling, jealousy, anger, hostility, slander, gossip, conceit, and disorder. I lean towards "slanderous whispering". Strong has the word for gossip, psithurismos, "From a derivative of psithos (a whisper; by implication a slander; probably akin to pseudomai); whispering, that is, secret detraction: - whispering. pseudomai: Middle voice of an apparently primary verb; to utter an untruth or attempt to deceive by falsehood: - falsely, lie. Hope this helped. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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3 | Why? | Luke 5:23 | Wild Olive Shoot | 218401 | ||
Dear nthnobdvs, A couple of thoughts I have: 1. By forgiving his sins He showed His authority, who but God could do that? 2. I think it shows us a priority. I would much rather be forgiven of my sins no matter what sickness was hindering me. The healing would be secondary to me but still desirable. 3. When we are forgiven, do not the scars still remain? We may be forgiven of our sins but the marks of those sins remain if only for a time don't they? This man however, IMO, was a rare occurrence. He was forgiven and physically healed and I speculate completely. You and I are forgiven when our faith is in Christ but yet we still find times of struggle and hardship and sickness. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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4 | How did Peter recognize who Jesus was? | Eph 1:17 | Wild Olive Shoot | 218398 | ||
Dear Humility, This is a question that I myself have pondered and honestly struggled with for quite some time. I found Matthew Henry's commentary in Matthew 16 to be helpful in understanding. I'll paste it below and pray it helps you as it did me. The very thing that had me is the fact that saving faith, saving grace is a gift from God (Ephesians 2:8). We know Christ because He has been revealed to us, not because we searched, but because it was willed. As it is now, I would tend to believe it was back then and always. Matthew 16:1- 4: 1 And the Pharisees and Sadducees came, and to test him they asked him to show them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered them, "When it is evening, you say, 'It will be fair weather, for the sky is red.' 3 And in the morning, 'It will be stormy today, for the sky is red and threatening.' You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times. 4 An evil and adulterous generation seeks for a sign, but no sign will be given to it except the sign of Jonah." So he left them and departed. "The demand was of a sign from heaven; this they desired him to show them; pretending they were very willing to be satisfied and convinced, when really they were far from being so, but sought excuses from an obstinate infidelity. That which they pretended to desire was, Some other sign than what they had yet had. They had great plenty of signs; every miracle Christ wrought was a sign, for no man could do what he did unless God were with him. But this will not serve, they must have a sign of their own choosing; they despised those signs which relieved the necessity of the sick and sorrowful, and insisted upon some sign which gratify the curiosity of the proud. It is fit that the proofs of divine revelation should be chosen by the wisdom of God, not by the follies and fancies of men. The evidence that is given is sufficient to satisfy an unprejudiced understanding, but was not intended to please a vain humour. Ant it is an instance of the deceitfulness of the heart, to think that we should be wrought upon by the means and advantages which we have not, while we slight those which we have. If we hear not Moses and the prophets, neither would we be wrought upon though one rose from the dead." - Matthew Henry Matthew 16:13 - 17: 13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" 14 And they said, "Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." 15 He said to them, "But who do you say that I am?" 16 Simon Peter replied, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." 17 And Jesus answered him, "Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. "1. The Christian religion is a revealed religion, has its rise in heaven; it is a religion from above, given by inspiration of God, not the learning of philosophers, nor the politics of statesmen. 2. Saving faith is the gift of God, and, wherever it is, is wrought by him, as the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, for his sake, and upon the score of his mediation, Phi_1:29. Therefore thou art blessed, because my Father has revealed it to thee. Note, The revealing of Christ to us and in us is a distinguishing token of God's good will, and a firm foundation of true happiness; and blessed are they that are thus highly favoured." - Matthew Henry Ephesians 1:16 - 23: 16 I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, 17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, 18 having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, 19 and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might 20 that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, 21 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. 22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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5 | Do human beings have a purpose or end? | Rom 11:36 | Wild Olive Shoot | 217405 | ||
Dear ww2137, The Westminster Catechism asks and answers that very well: WESTMINSTER LARGER CATECHISM Q. 1. What is the chief and highest end of man? A. Man's chief and highest end is to glorify God,[1] and fully to enjoy him forever.[2] [1] Romans 11:36. For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever. Amen. 1 Corinthians 10:31. Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. [2] Psalm 73:24-28. Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory. Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee. My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. For, lo, they that are far from thee shall perish: thou hast destroyed all them that go a whoring from thee. But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works. John 17:21-23. That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one: I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me. Simply put, it is to glorify God. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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6 | What is love? | Matt 22:37 | Wild Olive Shoot | 216898 | ||
Dear WKIM, “No one will ever love God and his neighbour with any measure of pure, spiritual love, who is not made a partaker of converting grace.” - Matthew Henry John 3:16 as well as 1John4:10: Shows his love for us. 1John 4:19: Gives the explanation of why we should. Romans 5:8: Gives us an example of God demonstrating his love. 1Corinthians 13:7: Shows us some labors of love. Matthew 19:19: Also tells us who to love. 1Corinthians 2:14: But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. We can’t have a love for God, I believe, until He first acts upon us: I. All those whom God hath predestinated unto life, and those only, He is pleased, in His appointed time, effectually to call, by His Word and Spirit, out of that state of sin and death, in which they are by nature to grace and salvation, by Jesus Christ; enlightening their minds spiritually and savingly to understand the things of God, taking away their heart of stone, and giving unto them an heart of flesh; renewing their wills, and, by His almighty power, determining them to that which is good, and effectually drawing them to Jesus Christ: yet so, as they come most freely, being made willing by His grace. – Westminster Confession of Faith, Chapter 10, Article 1 I don’t know that it is a special feeling but rather just knowing, because He has changed us and allowed us to know how to love Him. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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7 | 2nd greatest vs the new commandment | Mark 12:31 | Wild Olive Shoot | 215907 | ||
Sister Azure, There is a great sermon from Spurgeon at the following: http://www.spurgeongems.org/vols49-51/chs2936.pdf In my opinion, Searcher's answer summarizes it rather well in that there is a reference to the extent of the love and maybe to whom it is directed. Of course our love cannot accomplish what His did it is still our example as well as a commandment. Ephesians 5:2 And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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8 | is a gay person made gay by God? | Eph 6:10 | Wild Olive Shoot | 215774 | ||
Dear prettyboy, Homosexuality is sinful. (Romans 1:26,27) God does not “create” us gay. We are however born sinners in a fallen world. We are enslaved to sin because that is what we choose. In Christ however, we have freedom. (2 Corinthians 5:17) 1Corinthians 6:9-11: 9 Or do you not know that the unrighteous2 will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: xneither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality,3 10 nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God. 11 And ysuch were some of you. But zyou were washed, ayou were sanctified, byou were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God. Being gay or having homosexual desires is another battle of the flesh that must be overcome. We have the ability to do this through Jesus by being strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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9 | can you pray directly to God | Matt 6:9 | Wild Olive Shoot | 215772 | ||
Dear prettyboy, Here is some Scripture for you to look into. Colossians 3:17 And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. 1Peter 2:5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:18 For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father. It is important to understand that we have a Mediator in Jesus and Him only. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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10 | watching? | John 16:29 | Wild Olive Shoot | 215696 | ||
Dear rohitjohn93, Welcome to the forum. If your questions on the forum are sincere questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Many people inquire of a biblical application concerning modern activities. Bottom line however, sometimes they can be a bit difficult to answer and briefly at that. Your’s however shouldn’t be that difficult. The answer you received from BMyers is a sound answer that I’m not going to attempt to expound upon. Take it to heart and read the Scripture references included with the response. I simply want to encourage you to continue to ask questions if you are truly seeking answers. They are only unworthy of anyone’s time if you are not sincere. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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11 | gained sunlight | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 214895 | ||
Grannynorma, Welcome. Do you have a specific question concerning your statement? Stand in His grace, WOS |
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12 | God's ways of speaking to believers | 2 Tim 3:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 214826 | ||
Hi oyewole55 and welcome. God communicates with us through His Word. 2Timothy 3:16,17: 16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work. Isaiah 55:11 so shall my word be that goes out from my mouth; it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it. John 1:14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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13 | Seventy times seven equals 490 | Matt 18:21 | Wild Olive Shoot | 214768 | ||
Humility, I would imagine that if you even attempted to keep a record of the offenses against you would never forgive anyone. Let God keep track. You are to forgive. “Our Lord Jesus Christ said “If ye forgive not men their trespasses neither will your Father forgive your trespass.” This spirit of forgiveness would keep us always in a state of love, and this is exactly what the Lord Jesus aims at. “It is the glory of God to cover a matter.” Then do you cover matters too. I know some people who always like to be poking into any filth there is. They keep a long stick and stir it up, and they seem to be quite pleased with the sweet perfume. Let it alone, brother, let it alone. “Oh but you do not know how they have offended me!” No, and I do not want to know; but I am quite sure that they have not offended you as much as you have offended God, and yet he has forgiven you. Then do you forgive them. The less said in such matters, the sooner are they mended. Solomon wisely says “Where no wood is there the fire goeth out.” Blessed are they who always act as firemen, throwing cold water upon every spark of dissension or ill-will that they see. It is the glory of God to cover it up, so do you also cover it up with the spirit of love and the mantle of gentleness; and, above all, with the reflection that the precious blood of Christ that made peace between you and God, has also made peace between you and all mankind. And now for love of Christ, if they smite you on the one cheek you should turn the other also; if they will have your cloak, for love of Jesus let them have your coat also sooner than live in the spirit of perpetual contention and strife. May God enable you to act thus, for Christ’s sake! Amen.” C.H. Spurgeon http://www.biblebb.com/files/spurgeon/2838.htm Stand in His grace, WOS |
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14 | All Christians suppose to be "Rich"? | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 214667 | ||
Hi humility, I think the reference is to what you receive for walking with Christ. That no matter what you have forsaken for His name sake it will not compare to the spiritual peace, comfort and grace that He offers or the eternal life promised. The love of God far exceeds those things and is infinitely more valuable than anything we can imagine. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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15 | to whom should we pray/ | John 5:23 | Wild Olive Shoot | 212833 | ||
Hi hopalong, Worship is to be given to God, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit only. John 5:23 that all may honor the Son, just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him. Prayer, a part of worship, is to be made in the name of the Son, by the help of the spirit according to His will. John 14:13 Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. Romans 8:26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. 1John 5:14 And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. John 4:23, 24: 23 But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him. 24 God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth." http://www.reformed.org/documents/wcf_with_proofs/ Stand in His grace, WOS |
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16 | ... | Ex 31:16 | Wild Olive Shoot | 212826 | ||
Hello Humility. 1Corinthians 16:1,2: 1 Now concerning the collection for the saints: as I directed the churches of Galatia, so you also are to do. 2 On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside and store it up, as he may prosper, so that there will be no collecting when I come. Acts 20:7 On the first day of the week, when we were gathered together to break bread, Paul talked with them, intending to depart on the next day, and he prolonged his speech until midnight. Revelation 1:10 I was in the Spirit on the Lord's day, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet "He has particularly appointed one day in seven, for a Sabbath, to be kept holy unto him: which, from the beginning of the world to the resurrection of Christ, was the last day of the week: and, from the resurrection of Christ, was changed into the first day of the week, which, in Scripture, is called the Lord's Day, and is to be continued to the end of the world, as the Christian Sabbath." - Westminster Confession of Faith Stand in His grace, WOS |
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17 | Hebrews10:26-31 | Matt 11:28 | Wild Olive Shoot | 212294 | ||
Dear Crystal, It is never too late to come to Christ unless it is actually too late, if that makes sense. Mattew 11:28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Some good commentary you might find helpful. "Those who come to Christ aright, come as sinners, to a full, suitable, able, and willing Saviour; venture their souls upon him, and trust in him for righteousness, life, and salvation, which they are encouraged to do, by this kind invitation; which shows his willingness to save, and his readiness to give relief to distressed minds." - John Gill In Christ you'll find your rest and His strength. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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18 | Transplants, a matter of ethics? | Bible general Archive 4 | Wild Olive Shoot | 212241 | ||
Dear Justme, If you would, please repost your question. I think there are others who can provide some valuable information for you but I wanted to provide a link to an article I think you might find interesting. In doing so, I'm removing your question probably without providing an answer. http://www.christianliferesources.com/?library/view.php(amersand)articleid(equals)417 Remove the parentheses and what is in them and insert the actual symbol. Just my own two cents, trying to put myself in a similar situation, if receiving an organ or such would prolong my life, I would consider it. As well, if I could save a loved one by donating and organ, I would consider it. Biblically all I can seem to relate it to is the fact that whatever God determines to take place will take place. If prolonged life is what He wills, the organ transplants are a good thing. If prolonged or improved life is not what He desires, it just won't happen. Nothing happens outside of God's will. "In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will," - Ephesians 1:11 "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28 Stand in His grace, WOS |
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19 | Wasn't Jesus crucified on the cross? | Gal 3:13 | Wild Olive Shoot | 212193 | ||
Dear mlara, Welcome to the forum. The Bible clearly teaches that Jesus died on a cross. Matthew 27:32 Matthew 27:40 John 19:17 John 19:19 Philippians 2:8 Colossians 1:20 Colossians 2:14 Those are a few of the verses. From what I can gather, tree signifies cross as it is taught and is taken to mean that He became a curse for us as the reference to the tree is taken from Deuteronomy 21:22 and 23. Somebody please correct me if I've misstated. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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20 | once saved always saved | Phil 1:6 | Wild Olive Shoot | 212188 | ||
Dear Dave, This is question that comes up often. It may benefit you to use the search function and see the many responses already in the forum archives. Stand in His grace, WOS |
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