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1 | who was the first person jesus saved? | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 230649 | ||
Good answer Beja. I'm only guessing Patorsma is asking if Jesus actually saved anyone during his 3 and 1/2 year ministry while here on earth. His main purpose and top priority as directed by His Father was to be the Perfect Sacrifice for all mankind and give us all the opportunity to be saved, as reflected by Beja. So the only person who would really qualify to the assumed stipulations mentioned above would have to be the thief on the cross. He was the only one who had actual assurance from Jesus Himself before He died that he too would "join Him in Paradise." Interesting question. Go with God in all things. Bill |
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2 | who was the first person jesus saved? | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 230699 | ||
MJH, I'm afraid I would have to disagree as even in the case of the secular and objective world of "Wikipedia" the definition of salvation is pretty clear as follows... Within religion salvation is the phenomenon of being saved from the undesirable condition of bondage or suffering experienced by the psyche or soul that has arisen as a result of unskillful or immoral actions generically referred to as sins. Salvation may also be called "deliverance" or "redemption" from sin and its effects. Salvation is a concept common to most of the world's great religions and is in many respects the principal goal of religious practice. Depending on the religious tradition, salvation is considered to be caused either by the free will and grace of God (Theistic religion) or by personal responsibility and self-effort (e.g. the sramanic and yogic traditions of India). Religions often emphasize the necessity of both personal effort (e.g. repentance and asceticism) and divine action. And since we're on a Bible Study Forum with participation with serious Bible students, I would further state that we all agree salvation from God Almighty is only available through one single avenue as stated by Jesus Himself... Jn 14:6 Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." Now true enough Jesus did heal a multitude of folks with many different and varied problems, including diseses and demons. But if I remember correctly, He only said those "magic words" indicating being saved to the thief on the cross (and him only)... Lk 23:43 And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” Can you tell me the Bible scripture that would indicate an alternate definition of salvation? And remember now, we are talking about those whom Jesus saved. Please advise and go with God in all things. Bill |
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3 | bible verse- don't go to bed naked | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231049 | ||
I admit it's a stretch but it was the only thing of I could think matching close to the original question. Appreciate the assist. Go with God in all things, Bill |
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4 | Please define AD and BC (time). | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231050 | ||
I must admit, I don't care for the changeover to CE (Common Era) and BCE (Before Common Era). They still use the same year, the one in which our Lord was born in spite of the 4 year "slip-up." The things our secular world does to bring it in alignment with being "politically correct," just so as to not offend our non-Christian friends and neighbors. This whole world operated for two thousand years and designed its calendar around this earth-shaking event, birth of our Lord, thus "giving Him all the preeminence." And now they want to change it. I don't care when I work on my school papers for my college course, I plan on using BC and AD in protest. Call me a radical but I prefer to think I'm following some pretty big footsteps, Peter and John in... Acts 5:29 But Peter and the other apostles answered and said: “We ought to obey God rather than men. Sorry, just had to vent. Go with God in all things. Bill |
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5 | How to treat non-believers? | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231052 | ||
Along with Beja's good answer, I can only add another note. When we look at the example left by our Lord, we should follow His Lead and try to be merciful and compassionate. Mark 6:33 But the multitudes saw them departing, and many knew Him and ran there on foot from all the cities. They arrived before them and came together to Him. 34 And Jesus, when He came out, saw a great multitude and was moved with compassion for them, because they were like sheep not having a shepherd. So He began to teach them many things. and of course the wonderful example from Paul... 1 Cor 9:19 For though I am free from all men, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win the more; 20 and to the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might win Jews; to those who are under the law, as under the law, that I might win those who are under the law; 21 to those who are without law, as without law (not being without law toward God, but under law toward Christ), that I might win those who are without law; 22 to the weak I became as weak, that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all men, that I might by all means save some. 23 Now this I do for the gospel’s sake, that I may be partaker of it with you. But there again, I also think the Lord does draw a line when the unbelievers go too far and show their total lack of respect for God's Will as Jesus said in... Matt 7:1 “Judge not, that you be not judged. 2 For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. 3 And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me remove the speck from your eye’; and look, a plank is in your own eye? 5 Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. 6 “Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces. So what am I saying? I'm saying as long as there's the slightest chance a person might be reached with the Gospel, we shouldn't give up hope. We should continue to teach when we can, live as best we can to "be at peace with all men," like Beja mentioned with scripture. Then maybe with the seed we've planted, the Lord can work on their conscience and maybe even humble them in His Own Way and bring them around. But when it's obvious the person in question only shows complete, absolute disdain for God and everything about Him, then we should turn and find someone else to share God's Gift and not waste our time, "casting pearls to swine." But again, we should never show anger or frustration to such a person. Even this person can be humbled by the Lord and we His vessels should never close a door where the Lord might step thru and save such an individual. Go with God in all things, Bill |
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6 | gods blessing goes to younger not older | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231068 | ||
Quoted from Cheagan: "Anyone wanna take a stab at the theological implications?" I've always been taught this was a demonstration of God's Wisdom over man's wisdom. You see, like a small child we human beings read the scriptures below but it doesn't seem to register with us until we get smacked in the face with the "cold harsh reality of God's Ways," in the form of a humbling session. 1 Cor 1:18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.” 20 Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? 21 For since, in the wisdom of God, the world through wisdom did not know God, it pleased God through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe. 22 For Jews request a sign, and Greeks seek after wisdom; 23 but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block and to the Greeks foolishness, 24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. 25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men. 1 Cor 3:18 Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in this age, let him become a fool that he may become wise. 19 For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, “He catches the wise in their own craftiness”; 20 and again, “The Lord knows the thoughts of the wise, that they are futile.” 21 Therefore let no one boast in men. and Is 55:8 “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. 9 “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts. We just have to accept the fact in God's World, His Ways, His Thoughts are about as far above ours as our ways and thoughts are above the insect world, maybe a little more distant. Go with God in all things, Bill PS: And the answer is Yes. I too have had my humbling session with God; as a matter of fact, several times. |
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7 | cain was of the evil one | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231085 | ||
1 John 3:10 In this the children of God and the children of the devil are manifest: Whoever does not practice righteousness is not of God, nor is he who does not love his brother. 11 For this is the message that you heard from the beginning, that we should love one another, 12 not as Cain who was of the wicked one and murdered his brother. And why did he murder him? Because his works were evil and his brother’s righteous. This passage seems pretty straight forward to me if you've read the story and Cain and Able. Why don't you re-read it and come back to us with your response. I'd love to talk about it. It could all be summed up from Jesus Words in... Matt 12:30 He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters abroad. Of course, here Jesus is speaking for the whole Godhead. As God sees all mankind there's two groups of people as clearly depicted in... Matt 25:31 “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory. 32 All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides his sheep from the goats. 33 And He will set the sheep on His right hand, but the goats on the left. and Matt 7:13 “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. 14 Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it. Go with God in all things, Bill |
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8 | Lazy man | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231093 | ||
In addition to Brad's good suggestions, I must a couple of items. Even upon becoming a christian, God expects a higher level of behavior compared to the world. For example: 2 Thess 3:10 For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat. and 1 Tim 5:8 But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. Believe me I understand laziness as I'm inclined that way a little since I retired but then my conscience reminds me of my Christian upbringing and get up and do something, first for my Lord, then for my family. Then I usually have a bite of breakfast. Go with God in all things my friend and He'll Bless you. But I also agree with Brad; you need to make Christ your Lord right away. |
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9 | The Certainty of God! | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231095 | ||
I'm thinking the most powerful statement from God is the very first verse of the Bible. Gen 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. From there the narrative describes the whole story of the Creation. It's far more complete and easier to believe than the other competition from around the world. I understand there are many good solid websites which promote God's Existence, Creationism and Evidences for Christianity. Just insert these kind of words into your Search Engine and you'll find them. Now there's just one problem with the Bible and this topic. The Scriptures don't come right out and prove "beyond a shadow of a doubt" there is a God. Paul does a pretty good job, about as good as anyone else in Romans 1. So we're left with gathering evidence, ie witness accounts from Josephus, the Dead Sea Scrolls and archelogical evidence. Then there's circumstantial evidence, you know the stuff they gotta settle for in a court of law to convict a criminal. When you put it altogether, I'm thinking an objective person concludes with just one thought. Oh and there's books on this stuff. I got one for my library just a couple of days ago, written by a former atheist, Les Strobel. The title: The Case for Christ. I'm looking forward to reading it. After all this, God does tell us one item in warning... Ps 53:1 The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. You see God wants us to accept Him AND believe Him on Faith. IF we could study all the above and come to an absolute, empirical conclusion there is God, then that would NOT be faith. Remember... Heb 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. That's all I can think to say, partner. Go with God in all things. Bill |
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10 | 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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11 | Paul's missionary work | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231141 | ||
Doc and BradK Apparently I owe you both an apology. I have just looked up all of these new words and downloaded quite a bit of information on all of them. It will, as you mentioned, take me a little while to assimilate all this. I briefly scanned the smaller creeds; I'd like to think they're in harmmony with the Bible but that one Canon of the Council of Orange is huge. I did notice there's been several "updates" to the first 3 creeds. Which ones are approved by your groups? Please advise. Another couple of questions: 1) Are you all saying you believe in the requirement of baptism, as stated in the Nicene Creed of 1988? 2) Are you also saying these creeds and canon are placed on a religious level with the Bible, equal in Power and Authority? Please advise on all the above. Thanks for your patience and Go with God in all His Ways. Bill |
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12 | Christians Proselytizing in Prisons? | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231142 | ||
Just splunking around the old topics and noticed these few didn't have a very long or thorough set of responses to the original question(s). I've always heard if one person asks a question in a class setting or a Forum such as this, then there's more than likely a second person in the "audience" thinkig the same line of reasoning. As you may have noticed, I do like to stimulate dialouge on my favorite topic, God's Word. I like to assist and inspire my fellow christians to think and get more and more into His Word and then respond with more questions and/or dialouge. Yeah, I guess I like to talk a lot. My wife tells me the same thing. Did you wish to post a question or a statement on this topic? Go with God in all His Ways, Bill |
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13 | Paul's missionary work | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231154 | ||
I'm just trying to get this all straight in my mind. Do be patient with me. Thanks in advance. Quoted for reference: Sola scriptura (Latin ablative, "by scripture alone") is the doctrine that the Bible contains all knowledge necessary for salvation and holiness. Consequently, sola scriptura demands that only those doctrines are to be admitted or confessed that are found directly within or indirectly by using valid logical deduction or valid deductive reasoning from scripture. However, sola scriptura is not a denial of other authorities governing Christian life and devotion. RATHER, IT SIMPLY DEMANDS THAT ALL OTHER AUTHORITIES ARE SUBORDINATE TO, AND ARE TO BE CORRECTED BY, THE WRITTEN WORD OF GOD. Sola scriptura was a foundational doctrinal principle of the Protestant Reformation held by the Reformers and is a formal principle of Protestantism today. (All caps above mine for emphasis and clarity.) I think I can live with this statement if I'm understanding it correctly. Go with God in all His Ways. Bill |
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14 | Balance: Faith and Works | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231157 | ||
Yes indeed, I'm in full agreement. It all boils down to our attitude. We can never, EVER think we can approach God Almighty on Judgment Day with the thought that we earned even the lowest badge of recognition for any deed or action we performed. I'm thinking Paul's example is a great one to follow; in spite of all his accomplishments as an Apostle, he still considered himself "chief of all sinners." What a great humble attitude. We should look at our relationship with our Lord and Saviour as our working off a debt as He paid for our sins for our very souls. I think this is made so clear in the Lord's Parable of the debtor in prison, Matt 18. That's why I think it's important for us as christians to adopt a ministry of some kind if it's nothing more than cleaning the building on a regular basis. Again this is clearly depicted in Jesus' Parable of the three men and their talents, Matt 25. It seems so ironic that the word talents has a dual meaning, the one used in the first century referring to money and the way we now use it referring to our skills or abilities to do something well. All of us should look about us throughout our respective congregations and see if there's some hole or ministry NOT being done that can match one of our talents and then go to work. It's ideal if no one else knows or sees our endeavors in such a ministry, as our Lord will reward us in Heaven. Matt 6:1 “Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. Now of course, we should exercise due care and make certain we're taking some ministry away from someone else. It might be OK to approach such an individual and see if they're interested in taking on a partner and rotate so as to share the burden of work. But it's so much better if we can find that something that's NOT being done but needs doing. But as you've said, it's absolutely PARAMOUNT that all of this is done with the proper attitude of complete humility and submission to our Saviour. We must never even think a hint of pride in what we're doing for our Lord. 1 Pet 1:13 Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 as obedient children, not conforming yourselves to the former lusts, as in your ignorance; 15 but as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, 16 because it is written, “Be holy, for I am holy.” 17 And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one’s work, conduct yourselves throughout the time of your stay here in fear; Thanks be to God for His Mercy and Grace. Go with God in all His Ways. Bill |
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15 | make up of the Syrian Antioch Church | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231159 | ||
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16 | Balance: Faith and Works | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231168 | ||
Quoted for reference: On previous post Bill said, "We should look at our relationship with our Lord and Saviour as our working off a debt as He paid for our sins for our very souls. I think this is made so clear in the Lord's Parable of the debtor in prison, Matt 18. That's why I think it's important for us as christians to adopt a ministry of some kind if it's nothing more than cleaning the building on a regular basis." BradK said: Are you suggesting salvation entails us workig to repay this debt to our Lord? Are you suggesting we to do this in order to maintain salvation? Or, are you suggesting we do this in order to show we are saved (cf Eph. 2:10)? Response: I thought my previous post made this clear. Seems like I said we can never, EVER even begin to think we can gain anything by these "works of faith." We should do them as proof of our genuine faith. James makes it very clear: the conjunction "and" marries these two items for a true christian. Faith and works go together like all the other couples in the Bible. We see that we must "worship God in Spirit AND in Truth," John 4:24. We must love God first and foremost BUT we must also love our fellow man, 1 John 2:9-11. Does this mean our walk with God is like a balancing act? I think that might be an extreme way of putting but to some degree, God does want us to do our best. I do agree with the sentiment of your post; I do think we must always place our faith in God far above our works. It's just that we can't take this position as a license to get out of working for the Lord. BradK said: I hope you're not implying that we do this to merit (earn) any justification before God? Response: No, please don't misunderstand. See above. As a matter of fact, as you alluding to, any hint of such pride in such an attempt to earn might be just the thing that keeps us out of Heaven forever. Prov 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall. 19 Better to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, Than to divide the spoil with the proud. 20 He who heeds the word wisely will find good, And whoever trusts in the Lord, happy is he. I hope this is an adequate response; gotta go to school and get myself all edumacated. I'll check back with you later this evening. Thanks for the dialouge. Go with God in all His Ways, Bill |
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17 | where does your soul go when you die | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231183 | ||
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18 | When is forgiveness not necessary? | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231189 | ||
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19 | make up of the Syrian Antioch Church | Bible general Archive 4 | Bill Richardson | 231202 | ||
No one has offended me. I just don't understand this obsession about my background. I can't get anyone to explain why my posts to the Forum are being deleted. I have been very diligent to make certain they're all Biblically based, tactful and gracious in demeanor. I've already tried contacting the Lockman Foundation directly and they won't reply to my message. Do you know who has all the power to whom I can discuss all this and plead my case? I'd like to know what is actually wrong with my posts so I can learn and avoid making those same mistakes. I have noticed there are many individuals on the Forum who don't reveal much information about themselves in their User Profile so I'm not the only one. Again I really, REALLY don't understand this obsession about MY background. It seems to be a form of passive-agressive persecution. But I can take it and count myself worth like the Apostles if that is my role in this ministry. I saw the recent posts about the acceptance of denominations "as long as they're based on Bible" and of course mine are, at least as far as I can make them. Can you please assist me in this area? I'm willing to continue this conversation in private, with E-Mails if that's what you'd prefer. Please let me know. I really appreciate your effort to reach out. I sincerely hope you're trying to help me. Go with God in all His Ways. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Bill |
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20 | Symbolic meaning of a "well" | OT general | Bill Richardson | 230891 | ||
Well said my dear friend Azure. The most powerful example (of which I can think) of what Azure is saying in response to Anjaromanov's query is from Jesus Himself from John 4. In that story, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well. Notice even His disciples question their Lord's Wisdom in speaking with this woman. And Jesus shares one of the most powerful and profound facts of the future recorded in the Bible, in my humble opinion. Jn 4:19 The woman said to Him, “Sir, I perceive that You are a prophet. 20 Our fathers worshiped on this mountain, and you Jews say that in Jerusalem is the place where one ought to worship.” 21 Jesus said to her, “Woman, believe Me, the hour is coming when you will neither on this mountain, nor in Jerusalem, worship the Father. 22 You worship what you do not know; we know what we worship, for salvation is of the Jews. 23 BUT THE HOUR IS COMING, AND NOW IS, WHEN THE TRUE WORSHIPERS WILL WORSHIP THE FATHER IN SPIRIT AND TRUTH; FOR THE FATHER IS SEEKING SUCH TO WORSHIP HIM. 24 GOD IS SPIRIT, AND THOSE WHO WORSHIP HIM MUST WORSHIP IN SPIRIT AND TRUTH.” What are we to take away from this story? I'm thinking the most powerful point is: We should just trust our Lord, most especially when He says something bizarre in our thinking. We should look at whatever it is we're considering and re-think about it after discarding all the prejudices from our world of humanity and try to see the subject from God's perspective. But back to the business of the well as has been mentioned. To me, it just seems this is another case of people gathering at the "watering hole" as in the western movies or around the "water fountain" at our place of employment. It seems natural for us to pause for a moment, enjoy the bit of refreshment and talk with those others gathered at the same place, same time. I have to agree with Azure; nothing mysterious about it. We do need to take God's Word as straight forward as possible with the best Commentary coming from other scriptures between Genesis 1 to Revelation 22. The passages with figurative language do lend themselves to much controversy but the most important item to remember is to gather a message from these figurative passages in compliment to the rest of our Bible as reflected in... 1 Cor 14:33 For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. Go with God in all things, Bill |
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