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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: Brian.g Ordered by Verse |
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1 | Should Christian Churches unite | Not Specified | Brian.g | 12726 | ||
I believe we are seeing the greatest sin ever to tempt man being formed in front of our eyes - that of taking and using the life from children to prolong the life of those already born. And this will be done for profit. This is Stem Cell Research Again, I believe that this is the greatest sin ever presented. Should all Christian Churches unite and act as one to fight this sin? |
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2 | How human-like is God | Not Specified | Brian.g | 13579 | ||
Man is made in the image of God. How human-like is God. Does God share the same or similiar emotions as man - i.e. likes, dislikes, and so on. This is not a question to try to belittle God, but to understand God better - to assist us in relating to God When answering, please quote verse and justify your answer. |
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3 | God protected Cain from whom | Not Specified | Brian.g | 14158 | ||
When God put a mark on Cain to protect Cain, from who was God protecting Cain? | ||||||
4 | Was Adam first or only man God created | Not Specified | Brian.g | 14161 | ||
Where is the Bible does it specifically say that the only man created by God was Adam, as opposed to Adam being the first man created by God? | ||||||
5 | Did we witness a miracle this week? | Not Specified | Brian.g | 16381 | ||
Did we witness a miracle this week and not recognize it? This is a serious question and I would appreciate your comments. The Pentagon had 20,000 people, The twin towers 55,000 with visitors. The other 6 buildings in the WTC 20,000 to 40,000 people Total population: 95,000 to 115,000 people. Less than 5,000 people died and considering all things, 20,000 to 40,000 people should have died. Two 110 story buildings fell within minutes but, most escaped. If the buildings fell a little to the left or right, another group of people would have died. And so on. Instead of people asking - where was God - my serious question is 'Did we witness a a true modern-day miracle of God and not realize it?' |
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6 | Purpose of the Bible | Not Specified | Brian.g | 23511 | ||
I've been trying to structure a short, direct, all-encompassing, plain English definition to assist me in explaining the PURPOSE OF THE BIBLE, but I keep stumbling over my words. Can anyone assist me? |
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7 | Parable fo the Good Samaritan - Evaluate | Not Specified | Brian.g | 25509 | ||
I would appreciate comments on this interpretation of the Parable of the Good Samaritan The Good Samaritan Main characters: · Levite – a high ranking representative of Judaism · Priest – a high ranking representative of Judaism · Samaritan – from a community, which was considered, at the time, to be the equivalent of satanic religion (John 8:48, demonstrates the general opinion of Samaritans). This could be compared to modern day attitudes towards Muslims. Comment, this parable: 1. Presents characters representing the extremes in their formal relationships with God 2. Can be focusing on Church attitude, as much as individual attitudes Location of the Parable 1. In Luke 10 – According to the introduction of Luke in the New American Bible, Luke was written for the Churches: with concern for the continuity between the historical ministry of Jesus and the ministry of the apostles is Luke's way of guaranteeing the fidelity of the Church's teaching to the teaching of Jesus. Basic Theme of the Parable 1. The two members of the community most expected to have helped the injured man, did not. 2. The least likely person (perceived to be the furthest in a formal relationship with God) actually helped the person 3. The person, who most exemplified Gods desire for mercy and compassion, was the person who was perceived as being the most distanced from God. This is the person who had no formal training in or introduction to Scripture – or in today’s world, not introduced to the Gospel. Comments 1. The person, who, by all formal measures, should not be eligible for heaven, is in fact, by his actions (although not by his profession of creed), the one closest to what God desires from man. 2. In the Catechism of the Catholic Church ("Outside the Church there is no salvation”) CCC: 847 This affirmation is not aimed at those who, through no fault of their own, do not know Christ and his Church: Those who, through no fault of their own, do not know the Gospel of Christ or his Church, but who nevertheless seek God with a sincere heart, and, moved by grace, try in their actions to do his will as they know it through the dictates of their conscience - those too may achieve eternal salvation Summary 1. It is our sincere actions (as opposed to ‘good works’), which pleases and honors God, more than our knowledge of Gods Law Application of this Parable By the actions of the Samaritan, which today can be equated to a Muslim, and Jesus’ subsequent approval of the Samaritan, we can conclude that in today’s world, even a Muslim, can also be pleasing to God. Therefore, it is within God’s plan that a Muslim (non-Catholic, non-Christian) can receive salvation. With this, in Vatican II, the Catholic Church has accordingly embraced a relationship with non-Christians, as discussed in CCC 839-845. |
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8 | Do we continue to serve God, in heaven? | Not Specified | Brian.g | 26106 | ||
As Christians, we understand two principles: First, with the death of our bodies, there is continuing life ever after. Second, we attain heaven, through Jesus, by properly serving God. Do we continue to serve God in heaven, and if so, in what manner? |
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9 | Do we continue to serve God after death? | Not Specified | Brian.g | 27322 | ||
At the transfiguration of Jesus, Moses and Elijah appeared with Jesus. Matthew 17:1-8 Luke 9:29 1. Is this true? 2. If you agree it is true, what does it tell us about our continuing to serve God, after the death of our body - as Moses and Elijah have demonstrated? |
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10 | How important is your Church? | Not Specified | Brian.g | 29002 | ||
I would appreciate some feedback to this question. And, I am asking you NOT to identify your denomination. How important is your specific church in your personal relationship with Jesus? Scale: 1 preferred, but not really 'needed' 10 extremely important - must have Comments are optional, but I would appreciate as many responses as people are willing to share. Thank you |
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11 | How many local churches have you tried? | Not Specified | Brian.g | 29129 | ||
Other than moving to a new community and simply curiousity, how many local community churches have you participated with and left, because they were not right for you? And, on the average, how long did you stay at these local churches before moving on? If possible, please expand on the major reasons as to why you did not feel comfortable at these churches. |
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12 | writing in the sand? | Bible general Archive 4 | Brian.g | 194765 | ||
Michael John 8:6 first states that the scribes and Pharisees were testing Jesus so they could bring charges against Him. John 8:6 They said this to test him, so that they could have some charge to bring against him. Jesus bent down and began to write on the ground with his finger. Subsequently, Jesus' response of writing in the sand is a reference to Jer 17:13 O LORD, the hope of Israel, All who forsake You will be put to shame. Those who turn away on earth will be written down, Because they have forsaken the fountain of living water, even the LORD. Brian |
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13 | Why is wisdom referred to as HER? | Bible general Archive 4 | Brian.g | 194950 | ||
bhazz Referring to wisdom as 'her' has its historic roots in Greek mythology. Sophia was the Greek goddess of wisdom and it carried forward as a result of the Hellenistic influence of the Greek and Roman empires and ultimately into the Septuagint. From a philosophical standpoint, philosophy itself means 'love of wisdom'. And, like a woman giving birth to a child, wisdom, when added with a sincere desire for discovering truth - gives birth to knowledge. Brian |
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14 | Is the Bible alone sufficient in authori | Bible general Archive 3 | Brian.g | 174999 | ||
CWT I ran across this a while back and I found it interesting: Christ commanded the Apostles to preach the Gospel. In keeping with the Lord's command, the Gospel was handed on in two ways: … in writing (Sacred Scripture) Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the message of salvation was committed to writing by the Apostles, and other men. … orally (Sacred Tradition) by the spoken word of their preaching, by the example they gave, by the institutions they established, the Apostles handed on what they themselves had received from Jesus' teaching and example and what they learned from the Holy Spirit. We must acknowledge that the books of Scripture firmly, faithfully, and without error teach that truth which God, for the sake of our salvation, wished to see confided to the Sacred Scriptures. But, it is important to remember that, the first generation of Christians did not yet have a written New Testament. And the New Testament itself demonstrates the process of living Tradition. In this living transmission of the Gospel called Tradition, the Church, in her doctrine, life and worship, perpetuates and transmits to every generation all that she herself is and all that she believes. The task of interpreting the Word of God (Scripture and Tradition) has been entrusted to the Bishops. It is the Magisterium's task to defend God's people from deviations and falseness of the Word. And also, to guarantee God’s people the verifiable possibility of professing the true faith, without error. Yet the Magisterium is not superior to the Word of God, but is its servant. The first 20 Ecumenical Councils, a gathering of all of the Catholic Bishops of the world - in communion with the Pope, were for the purpose of discussing, interpreting, confirming and regulating Catholic doctrine and discipline. The 21st Ecumenical Council: Vatican II, convened by Pope John XXIII, was with a unique purpose: not to evaluate Church doctrine, but to focus on ‘the manner in which the sacred doctrine is spread’ and ‘that the sacred deposit of Christian doctrine should be taught more effectively’ One of the first Councils of the Church is recorded in the Bible in Acts 15:2-29 in which the Bishops addressed the doctrinal issue of whether the Gentiles needed to be circumcised, as prescribed in the Old Testament Regards Brian |
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15 | Confused? | Bible general Archive 3 | Brian.g | 192288 | ||
Hello Believer I hope this might be of help to you.. In Jer 31:31-35, God said that the day will come in which he will make a new covenant with the people of Isreal. A covenant written on the hearts of people. This new covenant is Jesus. In Mt 5:17-20, Jesus said he did not come to change the law, but to fulfill it. This is to be understood as the difference between the 'letter of the law' versus the 'spirit of the law'. Jesus explained this difference at the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew chapters 5,6 and 7. In Scripture, there were various times in which Jesus was accused of breaking the law, but in turn Jesus explained the spirit of the law. Subsequently, the laws of Moses which the scribes and the Pharisees insisted that people follow, was replaced by the teachings of Jesus. In one sense, the laws of Moses still remain, but our duty as Christians (and our gift from Jesus) is to understand and live within the spirit of the law rather than just living a 'checklist-style of religion'. In our new covenant, we do not have to say that 'yes, I have completed 'this' obligation' or 'no, I did not violate 'that' rule', with the exception of our obligations and responsibilities in accordance with the teachings of Jesus. But more so, to be able to say that I have lived this day in accordance to the teachings of, and in the Spirit of, our Lord. With regard to Tithing. In the old covenant, God did not give any land to the people of Levi. It was the responsibility to the priests to serve God and the responsbility of the people to support the priests. That responsibility is still the same, today. But, the greatness of the act of tithing is when it is done for the love and glory of God and with our trust in Him. As did the widow in Mk 12:42-44 Brian |
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16 | Confused? | Bible general Archive 3 | Brian.g | 192291 | ||
The letter of the law versus the spirit of the law. Brian |
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17 | Confused? | Bible general Archive 3 | Brian.g | 192328 | ||
Jesus explaining the spirit of law: Luke 6:1-5 and Luke 6:6-10 Matthew 5:17-19 Jesus replaced blindly following the letter of the law; with reason and understanding of the law. The law remained the same, but the meaning of the law is fuller in the hearts of man, as we see in the above examples in Luke. In Matthew 5:21, Jesus talks of the commandment not to kill. And, in Mt 5:22-26 Jesus further expands on the fullness of meaning of that commandment. In Mt 5:27, Jesus addresses the commandment of adultry and in Mt 5:28-32 Jesus fulfills the meaning of the commandment. The commandment is the letter of the law, the explanation by Jesus is the spirit of the law. The spirit of the law has a broader scope of meaning. Each single law is in effect two laws. The narrow-scope version of the scribes and Pharisees; and the broader-meaning law taught by Jesus. Both are exactly the same law, but they are different. One is followed with a checklist; the other is lived within the heart. Brian |
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18 | Confused? | Bible general Archive 3 | Brian.g | 192375 | ||
The correct quote is 'you have heard that the ancients were told'. Here are the statements from Jesus and the corresponding written word (10 Commandments) from Exodus. Matt 5:21 "You have heard that the ancients were told, 'YOU SHALL NOT COMMIT MURDER' and 'Whoever commits murder shall be liable to the court EX 20:13 "You shall not murder" Matt 5:27 "You have heard that it was said, 'YOU SHALL NOT COMMIT ADULTERY'; Ex 20:14 "You shall not commit adultery" Brian |
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19 | what does God think about marriage | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 11393 | ||
Paul's 'objections' to marriage is focused strictly and only at the disciples and Apostles, in order to dedicate their lives and energies to spreading the word of God. Paul felt marriage (wives and children) detracted these men from their total and complete service to God. For all others, Paul was an advocate of marriage. God has always intended for men and women to join each other in marriage. |
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20 | Eggs for cash: Help! | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 11506 | ||
A suggestion on handling this situation... Your niece, like many people, is having trouble recognizing that her egg is the life of her future children and her future family. Second, I'm guessing that her relationship with God is a little bit on the weak side. Any Biblical quotes given to her will fall upon deaf ears and solidify her stance against you. I would suggest taking a step backward and reach out to her on a her level of belief and gently guide her. Let her understand the magnitude of the situation by your questions and her answers. Guide the conversation to discuss, for example, parental relationships and responsibilities. For example, how does she feel about Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac at God's demand. How does she feel about Abraham not protecting his son? With her faith (or lack of) she will probably be in disbelief that Abraham (or any parent) would actually be ready to murder his own son - and for who? - God? She will probably think that Abraham must be some kind of nut, not willing to protect his own son! Ask her, would Abraham have been more justified in sacrificing his son for money? I think at this point you will get a soft 'no', as she begins to relate to the discussion. Then explain to her, that the seed within her is her future child and examine her responsibilities to that child. Guide the discussion along the path of what a parents responsibility is, with regard to protecting their children - and when does that parental protection begin - does she feel that a parent should be willing and even expected to sacrifice their own lives to protect their children. Let her answer that question. Give her food for thought. After she answers, ask her point blank, what do you think will happen to your children (not eggs) if you sell them - list her fairy tale answers as well as the probable answers - she will understand the list as it is being compiled. This will help make her understand the adult decision she is about to make. Then, maybe just some general discussion of her relationship with her parents. If it is good, then wouldn't she like to have the same with her children and aren't her children entitled to what she has had. If there is a poor relationship, then wouldn't she like a better one with her children. Everything that she would have wanted out of the relationship with her parents, she can achieve with her children. Remember, by gently guiding her today, you have the opportunity to help her preserve her body, lay the foundation for a postive future relationship with her children and you are helping her understand the family relationship which we have with God, our Father. You are now planting seeds for her future. Be patient and trust that the Holy Spirit will be with you and remember, only God is allowed to judge, not us. |
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