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1 | Looking to download the NASB | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 6906 | ||
The FreeBible software is great. It comes in King James version w/ downloadable plugins for other versions. The search feature is very useful. Go to www.freebible.com Oh yeah it's free. | ||||||
2 | Should a Christian be a Mason? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 9125 | ||
The Masonic Bible The Oxford University Press publishes a special edition of the Bible for presentation to Masonic candidates containing a declaration that "the Bible itself is a symbol - that is, a part taken for the whole" ..and in the same edition, Dr. Fort Newton explains that, "the whole includes God's revelation through the Bible, the Koran, the Vedas, etc" Masonic Record, June 1926 in an article by Bro. T.H.R entitled "What are our landmarks?" "The second landmark is the Volume of Sacred Law open in the Lodge. But the Bible is not more than one of the Great Lights, and never has been, for the reason that Masons are not required to believe its teachings ..The stern fact is that we are constantly admitting Hindus, Chinese, Mohammedans, Parsees and Jews, not one of whom believes in the Bible, and this forces the conclusion that masonry regards the Bible only as a symbol" The Bible is the only 'Volume of Sacred Law open in the lodges of western nations (USA / UK) leading many there to assume a measure of Christianity. The Volume(s) open in a lodge simply reflects that particular nation's religious leaning at that point in time. In Singapore for instance there are five 'Volumes of Sacred Law' open upon the altar. http://www.cri-ireland.co.uk/fmasonry/bible.htm |
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3 | Should a Christian be a Mason? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 9131 | ||
Hank: You are correct about my intent. I posted this to point out that Mason beliefs give equal credence to the Bible and mystical (Eastern and other) writings. I studied their rituals and beliefs a few months ago when I was considering joining a lodge. I believe their rituals can be traced to Isis, Baal and other Pagan gods and demons. This is not to say that the average rank and file lodge member is aware due to the fact that the gods are represented by symbolism rather than by name. However I also believe Christians can be duped into sacrilegious acts and continue many years without knowledge of what they are supporting. Not all Pagan worship is conducted naked while dancing around a bonfire :) Can you be saved and be a participating Mason? I don’t know, but the fact that other gods are called upon was plenty reason for me to run the other way. |
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4 | How's your relationship with God? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 10550 | ||
Ben, I read your profile and see that you are a relatively new Christian too. I hope the change in all areas of your life have been as rewarding as in mine. I tend to look at the guilt I feel when I don’t pray and study as I feel I should is like the guilt my mother would put on me when I didn’t call her regularly (she is with Jesus now :) It is not God condemning me, but Him missing me. Amen about relying on His strength. Yesterday I had a day of anger and resentment due to my trying to control things that should have been in His hands. Another lesson learned. My e-mail address is in my profile. Use it if I can help in any way or if you need someone to just listen. God bless you, David |
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5 | LUCK - Satanic or Divine | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 10675 | ||
IMHO, it depends on how you view “luck”. If a Christian sees luck as a force that can be manipulated by talismans, charms or behavior, then it is a false god. However, if it is seen as the random chance of something happening to a random person, then it is just acknowledging life’s flow. For example, If I and my neighbor (both Christians) have old worn out cars and I have quite a few breakdowns, and he has very few. Is this a sign that he is more blessed by God than I? Is this some mystical force of luck taking care of him? No, this is just an example of random events of life which neither Christian or non-believer is exempt. If I say “boy I sure have been unlucky with this car”, I am not in any way minimizing the power of God or raising the concept of luck to the level of false god. | ||||||
6 | LUCK - Satanic or Divine | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 10709 | ||
EdB, I could not agree more about Fords. Please give scripture where God promises to control every detail of a Christian’s life no matter how mundane it is. Your view seems to be that machines will last forever if they are maintained. Sorry but that is not so. :) I doubt if very many of us seek God’s will before deciding which fast food restaurant to eat at or which store to buy our clothing at. The small and seemingly unimportant decisions we make millions of times throughout our lives have effects such as who we meet. I believe God does direct our actions at times for His purposes. I also believe He gave us a sentient mind and we are responsible for making logical decisions on many matters without direct divine intervention. If I believed that all of life’s circumstances were God giving me a message I am not sure I could function in society (oh no my pencil lead broke, I must seek God for the meaning). I am offended that you would think I believe that God was not Omnipresent, Omnipotent, Omniscient and Sovereign, and that I am a humanist by reading what I posted. Must be my inability to express my beliefs in writing. |
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7 | LUCK - Satanic or Divine | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 10711 | ||
Edit to my last note: I am very slightly ticked off (not offended). I have benefited greatly from your past posts and do love you as a brother in Christ. Dear Lockman please consider an edit function. :) |
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8 | Why do people lose interest and leave? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 22503 | ||
Good morning Sir Pent. I am happy to read about the in depth studies you, Tim and Nolan are planning. I will try to participate if I can. God Bless, David www.bsfinternational.org/ www.freedomministries.com/college.html |
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9 | Are new worship songs scripturally OK? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 22516 | ||
From the song, “Come, Now is the Time to Worship. “One day every tongue will confess You are God One day every knee will bow Still the greatest treasure remains for those Who gladly choose You now” This seems to indicate that a person does not necessarily need to accept Jesus to be rewarded. Every time this is sung in my church, I cringe. |
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10 | Are new worship songs scripturally OK? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 22544 | ||
These are the lyrics in their entirety. Suggested use: Sing these until the congregation stops clapping then it is time for the sermon. :) Come, now is the time to worship Come, now is the time to give your heart Come, just as you are to worship Come, just as you are before your God Come One day every tongue will confess You are God One day every knee will bow Still the greatest treasure remains for those Who gladly choose You now Actually, I am a fairly new member and so is the music director. Our first Sunday service was the same day. He is young but very well meaning and I don't want to discourage him by criticizing him before he knows he is appreciated. I have voiced my opinion to more established members who I consider to be friends, and it seems I may be the only one who interprets the song this way. We elected new Elders last Sunday so change may be in the air anyway. God Bless, David |
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11 | Are new worship songs scripturally OK? | Bible general Archive 1 | Hiram Abiff | 22562 | ||
Hank, While I agree with you wholeheartedly, I can still see good coming from contemporary Christian music. Two young couples have joined our church recently. I made a special effort to get to know both couples from their first visits. Long before the message of the sermons had soaked in, they were drawn to the upbeat music. I believe they may not have attended long enough to make the commitment had it not been for the music. Now all four have given their hearts to Christ, been baptized and are beginning to understand that the worship portion of their walk with Christ is just part of the salvation experience. Having said that, I was involved with a church that used the emotional aspects of repeated singing (chanting?) of some of these songs for purposes other than what praise should be for. If our hearts are focused on winning souls, I think the use of new more modern music is good, but not to the exclusion of time tested standards. Good night friends God Bless, David |
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12 | Who is God referring to? | Gen 1:26 | Hiram Abiff | 9949 | ||
You wouldn’t be UPCI would you? Be careful of a view that has to be supported with faulty extra Biblical logic. | ||||||
13 | Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8950 | ||
Mark, Thanks for the tip about “God's Strategy in Human History". I suppose it is time to start expanding my Christian library beyond a few Bible translations :). My first attempt was “The Prayer of Jabez”. It seemed to be a manual on what I would describe as prayer casting (kind of a Christian white magic). Regarding your explanation of Ex 7:3. The idea that He did this to set the stage to strengthen the Israelites belief in Him makes sense. |
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14 | Re: Ex 33:19 | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8958 | ||
The election / free will debate is way over my head at this time. It is enough to know that He saved me regardless of whether He chose me or I came to Him of my own free will. | ||||||
15 | Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart? | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8964 | ||
Thanks. I printed out your posts so I can bring them to the bookstore. God bless you guys |
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16 | Re: Ex 33:19 | Ex 7:3 | Hiram Abiff | 8967 | ||
Hank: Sorry that I misread you intent. Your meaning is now clear and I agree. I pray nightly before my wife and I study the Bible for guidance and understanding. I believe that God will open my eyes to what I need to understand at the present time. This does not stop me from picking the brains of believers who have a greater understanding. “We find ourselves at times engaged in some vain attempt to extract from the Bible things that simply aren't there, to ask "biblical" questions about things on which the Bible is silent, and to ignore things about which the Bible shouts. Very good advise for me. I will take it to heart. To be called wise by a man such as you is truly a compliment of the highest order :) |
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17 | Correlation or coincidence? | Ex 32:28 | Hiram Abiff | 11455 | ||
Agreed. In Bible study last Sunday the teacher refered to a connection. I was not able to see his point. Thanks for the answer. |
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18 | Is the Word-Faith movement biblical ? | John 10:27 | Hiram Abiff | 7830 | ||
Thank you guys. You have helped to confirm in my mind that I made the right decision. I feel that I was and every sincere Christian in that congregation is being misled. The term "false prophet" comes to mind. | ||||||
19 | Is the Word-Faith movement biblical ? | John 10:27 | Hiram Abiff | 7835 | ||
Mark, you are right. That remark was judgemental and out of line. Thanks for pointing it out. | ||||||
20 | Is the Word-Faith movement biblical ? | John 10:27 | Hiram Abiff | 7895 | ||
Apparently I have only been exposed to the extremist point of view of WF. I am involved in a discussion on this subject on another board and found this post from that thread informative. (Copied w/ permission and edited to remove unrelated comments.) Jason Paul Lifter Posts: 213 (6/20/01 2:29:08 pm) Reply Balance I have heard and read a lot of Kenneth Hagin, Kenneth Copeland, Creflo Dollar, Jesse Duplantis, etc. I don't agree with everything they say. But, before you judge them (or others), be familiar with their message. The Word-Faith teachers, on the whole, don't really teach that God is required to give you whatever you want. Generally, they teach that you should find PROMISES in the Bible regarding a situation, and stand on those promises. God keeps his promises. I agree that many of the Word-Faith teachers go overboard at times regarding material things. But, as a general message, it really just means to assess your needs, with the help of the Holy Spirit, find scripture promising to fill that need, and stand on that promise. Also, you should never simply believe what someone says just because they're holding a Bible. True, the Bible warns about becoming a teacher because of the responsibility. But, you are capable of checking teachers with the Bible yourself. Read Acts (I don't have my Bible here). The people were actually commended for checking the teachings with scripture. Always check for yourself. These are just my thoughts. Get wisdom. Wisdom comes from a balance between the Word in your head, and the Spirit in your heart. Jason Well I'm better than dirt! Well... most kinds of dirt... not that fancy storebought dirt. That stuff's loaded with nutrients. I... I can't compete with that stuff. - Moe Szyslak |
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