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1 | Study the Word, Calvin, or Aminian??? | Not Specified | childoftheking | 35185 | ||
Hello all, I'm new to the forum and I've been reading a lot concerning Calvinism and Aminianism. Since there has been a lot of discussion on these men, I have recently looked into it in an attempt to educate myself on their works. As far as TULIP goes, I don’t agree with all of that nor do I agree with all of what the Arminianist says regarding it. This is just my view from reading off of different websites that explained each view. I have no less than 3 commentaries (Matthew Henry, Matthew Poole and a couple others) that I read and when studying a certain subject or book, I add a few more books to get a wide variety of views on the subject that I can compare with my own. I do not agree 100 percent with what any one particular person says. In explaining things of the Bible to people I will sometimes quote what another has written only because he explains it a little better. I'm just trying to get a handle on this whole debate. I just think that time would be best spent in studying the Bible, and the life of Jesus, how he wants us to live, things of that nature, and not constantly debating the works of Calvin and Arminian. My question is this and not meant to offend anyone but is it not dangerous to put so much emphasis on any Man’s doctrines, to follow them so faithfully and blindly, to just quote what these people have to say and call it gospel? Again, this is not meant as an attack on anyone individual, just my observation as a newcomer to the Forum Thanks for your time, Peace and Joy in Jesus bgg |
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2 | Study the Word, Calvin, or Aminian??? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35202 | ||
Hello all, I'm new to the forum and I've been reading a lot concerning Calvinism and Aminianism. Since there has been a lot of discussion on these men, I have recently looked into it in an attempt to educate myself on their works. As far as TULIP goes, I don’t agree with all of that nor do I agree with all of what the Arminianist says regarding it. This is just my view from reading off of different websites that explained each view. I have no less than 3 commentaries (Matthew Henry, Matthew Poole and a couple others) that I read and when studying a certain subject or book, I add a few more books to get a wide variety of views on the subject that I can compare with my own. I do not agree 100 percent with what any one particular person says. In explaining things of the Bible to people I will sometimes quote what another has written only because he explains it a little better. I'm just trying to get a handle on this whole debate. I just think that time would be best spent in studying the Bible, and the life of Jesus, how he wants us to live, things of that nature, and not constantly debating the works of Calvin and Arminian. My question is this and not meant to offend anyone but is it not dangerous to put so much emphasis on any Man’s doctrines, to follow them so faithfully and blindly, to just quote what these people have to say and call it gospel? Again, this is not meant as an attack on anyone individual, just my observation as a newcomer to the Forum Thanks for your time, Peace and Joy in Jesus bgg |
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3 | Study the Word, Calvin, or Aminian??? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35389 | ||
Greetings Hank, Thank you for your insightful and poignant response. I believe this forum can be a very uplifting and educational meeting of Christians. I think it is the duty of Christians, if they hear or read something of what they cannot acquiesce in their mind, or their Spirit, to question it and give a ready scriptural response, but to also edify each other where appropriate. As an observation, Aaron would not have died and would made it to the Promised Land if he didn’t stand by and watch Moses strike the Rock (when he was supposed to just speak to the rock), but instead spoken up and let Moses know that was wrong but he didn’t, he just watched and suffered the consequences. Numbers 20. It does seem to me, from reading posts, that there are some very well educated, biblically knowledgable members of this forum in which I can learn from. At the very least, I'm constantly looking up the meaning of words.....lol You wrote: "I accept what precepts of each school as I see as being consistent with the word of God and reject others that do not seem to be. I see it as far more important to read and study the Scriptures humbly and prayerfully, asking for divine guidance of the Spirit as I do; to strive to grow and mature in my Christian walk as God helps me to do so; to set the best example that I can to be more like Jesus in my daily living, and by doing so to be an instrument to lead others to the Lord Jesus." I thoroughly agree with what you say here, especially the last part. Peace and Joy in Jesus bgg |
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4 | Study the Word, Calvin, or Aminian??? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35397 | ||
Thank you for the advice. Test and prove all things....Amen to that. Peace and Joy in Jesus bgg |
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5 | Study the Word, Calvin, or Aminian??? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35729 | ||
Amen brother, It is indeed the Holy Spirit that teaches us the Spiritual things of God. Primarily from reading the Scriptures but as you say, something can be gained from other readings. 1 Cor. 2:13 "which things we also speak, not in words taught by human wisdom, but in those taught by the Spirit, combining spiritual thoughts with spiritual words" John 14:26 "But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you. " Love and Peace in Jesus bgg |
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6 | Study the Word, Calvin, or Aminian??? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35731 | ||
Thanks for the additional references zach†, While I don't want to spend much time reading about the differences of Calvinism and others, you're 3rd choice looks interesting. bgg |
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7 | What kind of vision? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35931 | ||
Dear Leftwich, It's interesting that you point out the vision Paul was talking about in Acts. There are many kinds of visions and I would like to know which kind your 2nd vision was. You mention Acts 26:19. Paul may have said the word “vision” but it was not as we think of it today. Paul’s vision was not just something he saw, it was the same kind of physical manifestation as the woman at Jesus’ tomb had. Notice the difference: As in Acts 9:10,12; 10:3 Acts 18:9 “Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision (horama),…..” Horama: something gazed at, i.e. a spectacle (especially supernatural):--sight. This was more than likely the kind of vision you had concerning 9/11. Now the “vision” Paul was talking about to Agrippa: Acts 26:19 of which you alluded, “Whereupon, O king Agrippa, I was not disobedient unto the heavenly vision (optasia): notice the "vision" that the women at the well had: Luke 24:4 And it came to pass, as they were much perplexed thereabout, behold, two men stood by them in shining garments: Luke 24:22 “Yea, and certain women also of our company made us astonished, which were early at the sepulchre; 23) “And when they found not his body, they came, saying, that they had also seen a vision (Optasia) of angels, which said that he was alive.” Optasia: visuality, i.e. (concretely) an apparition: Was your 2nd “vision” just something one sees in ones mind or was it a physical manifestation as Paul and the woman at Jesus’ tomb had? Peace and Joy in Jesus bgg |
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8 | Jesus/Joseph/Jacob?or Jesus/Joseph/Heli? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 35941 | ||
Hi Mist, What I believe we have here is the genealogy of Mary. Jesus being a son of Heli, through Mary. Some say about this: That to explain the statement about Joseph, that he was "the son of Hell," to mean that he was his son-in-law, as the husband of his daughter Mary (as in Rth 1:11, 12 ), and believe that Joseph's name is only introduced instead of Mary's, in conformity with the Jewish custom in such tables. "On comparing the two genealogies, it will be found that Matthew, writing more immediately for Jews, deemed it enough to show that the Saviour was sprung from Abraham and David; whereas Luke, writing more immediately for Gentiles, traces the descent back to Adam, the parent stock of the whole human family, thus showing Him to be the promised "Seed of the woman." JFB Ancient genealogies were almost always traced through the man; this is a problem in the unique situation of a virgin birth. Luke is following Mary's line (Jesus' actual lineage) while Matthew follows Joseph's line (His legal lineage by adoption); being (as was supposed) the son of Joseph is an important phrase. Luke ends with Joseph because he is following proper form and including no women in his genealogy. It’s a legitimate question Mist but one I wouldn’t spend too much time on it as scripture warns us: 1 Timothy 1: 3-4 “As I urged you upon my departure for Macedonia, remain on at Ephesus so that you may instruct certain men not to teach strange doctrines, nor to pay attention to myths and endless genealogies, which give rise to mere speculation rather than furthering the administration of God which is by faith.” Also, Titus 3:9 “But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and strife and disputes about the Law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.” Hope this helps Love and Peace in Jesus bgg |
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9 | Jesus/Joseph/Jacob?or Jesus/Joseph/Heli? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36028 | ||
HI Mist, I’m Sorry, this is pretty clear in my mind but that’s the best I could explain it. I believe that Jesusman explains it a bit better. You mentioned, “ prove all things”. Yes this is true but that is not saying for us to prove what the bible says. The Word of God is what does the “proving” if you will. In the context of 1Thes 5:21 it’s speaking of proving that if what comes from man is of the Holy Spirit, is of God. In prior verses, 1Thes 5:19-20, it says: 19)“do not quench the spirit, 20) do not despise prophetic utterances, 21) but examine everything carefully.” Notice in 1 Corinthians 14:29 “Let two or three prophets speak, and let the others pass judgment.” This corresponds with 1Thes 5:21 in that the ”others” are to prove, if in fact these “prophetic utterances” are biblical. Also in 1 John 4:1 Testing the Spirits “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” We are to prove all things whether they are of man, or are of God, even what our Pastors preach. We are not to take anything for granted but search the scriptures. This is what I believe that verse it talking about. You also mention 1Cor 14:33 or actually just the first part of that verse. We must take the whole verse here. And again, it’s man and man’s actions that make the word confusing. This verse, this whole chapter is mostly talking about events that happen in Church. At the end of this chapter in verse 40 it says “but all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner” which is talking about things in the Church. All things must be done this way in order to keep things from getting disorderly or confused because “God is not a God of confusion”. “If they (things) are managed in a tumultuous and confused manner, what a notion must this give of the God who is worshipped, to considerate observers! Does it look as if he were the God of peace and order, and an enemy to confusion? Things should be managed so in divine worship that no unlovely nor dishonorable notion of God should be formed in the minds of observers” MH John 14:26 “But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.” Praise God!! bgg |
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10 | DOES GOD AGREE WITH CREMATION | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36251 | ||
Hi Johnny, The burning you speak of in Leviticus 20:14 is from the Hebrew word saraph, which means to burn, to set on fire. Were they burnt to death? Most likely, but as punishment. This however can not be a guideline as to what to do with our bodies. We can take a look at 2Chron. 16:14 which says, “And they buried him in his own sepulchres, which he had made for himself in the city of David, and laid him in the bed which was filled with sweet odours and divers kinds [of spices] prepared by the apothecaries' art: and they made a very great burning for him.” The burning there is “srephah” ser-ay-faw which means cremation, a burning (thoroughly) They made a great burning: “according to some, for consuming the spices. According to others, it was a magnificent pile for the cremation of the corpse--a usage which was at that time, and long after, prevalent among the Hebrews, and the omission of which in the case of royal personages was reckoned a great indignity” JFB Jeremiah 34:4-5 "Yet hear the word of the LORD, O Zedekiah king of Judah! Thus says the LORD concerning you, 'You will not die by the sword 'You will die in peace; and as spices were burned for your fathers, the former kings who were before you, so they will burn spices for you; and they will lament for you, "Alas, lord!"' For I have spoken the word," declares the LORD. The word “burned” is “misraphah” mis’raw’faw’ which means combustion, i.e. cremation (of a corpse). Strongs Hebrew Concordance So they did cremate at times, with spices yes, but it seems the bodies were burned as well and yes God burned people as well for various reasons. Peace and Joy in Jesus bgg |
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11 | So what was the 2nd vision??? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36408 | ||
Hi Leftwich, If you are using that verse (Matthew 6:3) in regards to whether or not to share this vision of yours, then I think you're slightly off. Notice in the verses below that Jesus is talking about giving to the poor, but I think we can apply what He said to any works that we do. If we do something nice for someone, then don't let others know so as to get a pat on the back for it or our reward will be paid in full right then and there and we'll get no reward from the father when we get to heaven. Matthew 6:1-4 "So when you give to the poor, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, so that they may be honored by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. "But when you give to the poor, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving will be in secret; and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you." I have been guilty of this at times myself but it is best not to take a verse our of context for use any way we want it. If I'm way off base as to your usage of this verse then I apologize but this is how it seems to me. God Bless bgg |
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12 | Does anybody recognise the beast? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36619 | ||
Hello Curiouscat The company you mention is called Applied Digital Solutions, Inc. Yes the chip is primarily for security and for medical emergincies but it does have I believe, far reaching implications. About VeriChip(TM) VeriChip, first announced on December 19, 2001, is a miniaturized, implantable, radio frequency identification device (RFID) that can be used in a variety of medical, security and emergency applications. About the size of the point of a typical ballpoint pen, each VeriChip will contain a unique identification number and other critical data. Utilizing an external scanner, radio frequency energy passes through the skin energizing the dormant VeriChip, which then emits a radio frequency signal transmitting the identification number and other data contained in the VeriChip. VeriChip, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Applied Digital Solutions, was established on February 7, 2002. About Digital Angel(TM) Digital Angel represents the first-ever combination of advanced biosensor technology and Web-enabled wireless telecommunications linked to Global Positioning Systems (GPS). By utilizing advanced biosensor capabilities, Digital Angel will be able to monitor key body functions - such as temperature and pulse - and transmit that data, along with accurate location information, to a ground station or monitoring facility. Digital Angel Corporation has announced a proposed merger with Medical Advisory Systems. For more information on Digital Angel, visit www.digitalangel.net. follow the address below for more info on this company and product. http://news.moneycentral.msn.com/ticker/rcnews.asp?Symbol(insert the eqals symbol here)ADSX God Bless bgg |
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13 | Raven and John Reformed, Baptism? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36692 | ||
Greetings all, It’s funny how things change after so many posts. The question had to do with if speaking in tongues were needed for Salvation, which we all agree the answer is an emphatic NO. If I may add to this discussion on Baptism: Mark 16:16 He that believeth and is baptized--Baptism is here put for the external signature of the inner faith of the heart, just as "confessing with the mouth" is in Rom 10:10 ; “For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation” and there also as here this outward manifestation, once mentioned as the proper fruit of faith, is not repeated in what follows in Romans 10:11 “For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.” JFB We hold that persons are not saved by baptism, for we think, first of all that it seems out of character with the spiritual religion which Christ came to teach, that he should make salvation depend upon mere ceremony” Charles Spurgeon Baptism is important but has nothing to do with the saving of your soul but is a testimony of ones faith. Acts 8:12 “But when they believed Philip preaching the things concerning the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women” Notice here that they “believed” first in the name of Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:5 “Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)” Ephesians 2:8 “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God;” To the woman who washed anointed and kissed Jesus’ feet, Jesus said to her Luke 7:48 “And he said unto her, ‘Thy sins are forgiven’” Luke 7:50 “And he said to the woman, Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace.” Jesus did not command her to go and get baptized to finish her Salvation. Acts 16:31 “They said, Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household." John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.” John 6:40 "For this is the will of My Father, that everyone who beholds the Son and believes in Him will have eternal life, and I Myself will raise him up on the last day." Romans 10:9 “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved” KJV Romans 10:13 “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” John 11: 25-26 Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies, and everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?" John 3:18 "He who believes in Him is not judged; he who does not believe has been judged already, because he has not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God John 3:14-15 “And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.” John 20:31 “but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing you may have life in His name. I noticed just before posting this Tim had posted with some of the same verses that I have here but I left them anyway :-) Love in Christ bgg |
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14 | Raven and John Reformed, Baptism? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36886 | ||
Greetings Raven, Praise God!! Thank you for your well thought our response that you sent me earlier. I'm responding to this instead of the one you sent me becuase it seems it was your latest post. I am not, in my stance, denying the importance of Baptism, just that to me, it does not appear to be a prerequisite for the Salvation of one’s soul. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned" Raven, you said: “It is true that baptism without belief will not save. For why would a person be baptized if they believe not. Mark 16:16 says that he that does not believe will be condemned. It is not necessary to say "and not be baptized”” If Baptism is sorely needed for Salvation, then why not say “and not be baptized” ? You’re saying that Baptism is needed for the Salvation of one’s soul: For this logic the passage should read: "He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who believes and is not baptized will be condemned" Of course it doesn’t say that because the one ingredient for Salvation comes after the “but” which is “believe”. Compare this simplistic analogy. "He who has a license and a car can drive, but he who has no license cannot." So, no matter what you do, you need a License to drive. However, you can still drive without owning a car but it’s illegal to drive any car without a license. Ephesians 2:8 “For by Grace are ye saved, through Faith….” Romans 10:9 “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved” KJV Romans 10:13 “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Why no mention of Baptism in any of those verses? You also mentioned Lydia, which is in Acts 16: “Another conversion was Lydia. The bible says, "The Lord opened her heart to heed the things spoken by Paul. 15And when she and her household were baptized” The word "baptized" ("ebaptisqh" from the Textus Receptus Greek Text) here is the same word that is used in Luke 11:38 for “washed” which says: “And when the Pharisee saw [it], he marvelled that he had not first washed before dinner.” The NASB has it as “ceremonially washed”. This is also the same word that is used for when Paul(Saul) was Baptized in Acts 9:18, the same word as in Acts 16:33 "And he took them the same hour of the night, and washed [their] stripes; and was "baptized", he and all his, straightway.", and also the same as when Jesus himself was Baptized in Mark 1:9. The Greek word Baptized means: baptizo bap-tid'-zo from a derivative of baptw - bapto to immerse, submerge; to make whelmed (i.e. fully wet); used only (in the New Testament) of ceremonial ablution, especially (technically) of the ordinance of Christian baptism:--Baptist, baptize, wash. You also said: “Now I might ask you the same question. Did Jesus make an inaccurate statement? Why did He say be baptized if it wasn't needed?” As I put in my last post, what of this woman that Jesus said that her faith had saved her but didn’t mention anything of Baptism? Luke 7:48 “Then He said to her, "Your sins have been forgiven." Verse 50 “And He said to the woman, "Your faith has saved you; go in peace." Thanks for sharing your views Love in Christ bgg |
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15 | Is that not devine revelation? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36951 | ||
Greetings in the name of Jesus armygrunt, The true meaning to the scripture is the scripture itself. You're father wasn't adding any true meaning, he was quoting the scripture which is always the best thing to do. John 8:32 "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free" Praise Jesus bgg |
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16 | what verse? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36957 | ||
Can you please tell me where you find this is in the Bible? Thank you bgg |
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17 | did you find it brother? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 36973 | ||
armgrunt, You said "I have a definintion of god by scrpture......I AM theTRUE SPIRIT of LOVE" I asked you where the verse is that says it and you say to look it up. Ok then, let's search. :-) We know that God is a Spirit: which you gave also. John 4:24 says "God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth" We know that God is Love: 1 John 4:8 "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love" We know that God said "I AM" Exodus 13:4 "And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I AM hath sent me unto you." God is a God "OF" Truth: Deut 32:4, Psa 31:5 The Spirit is Truth: 1 John 5:6 "This is he that came by water and blood, [even] Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit that beareth witness, because the Spirit is truth." Jesus is the truth: John 14:6 "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." God's Word is truth: John 17:17 "Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth." God is a Spirit, God is Love, The Spirit is Truth, Jesus is Truth, Jesus is God, God's Word is truth, Jesus is the Word, but I'm not so sure about "I AM the TRUE SPIRIT of LOVE." It sounds nice, it may even be so. I just like to see it written in the Word. With Love, bgg |
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18 | What does be radian mean in Psalms 34:5? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 38823 | ||
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19 | How best to translate Ps 34:5? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 38825 | ||
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20 | can sepulchres be burned? | Bible general Archive 1 | childoftheking | 38988 | ||
Hi tom, I'm not sure what you mean by "burned the sepulchures". "Sepulchure or tombs of the Hebrews were generally excavated in the solid rock, or were natural caves." Easton's Bible Dictionary Sepulchure: "A natural cave enlarged and adapted by excavation, or an artificial imitation of one was the standard type of sepulchre." Smith's bible Dictionary. 2chron 16:14 "...they made a very great burning for him(Asa)" KJV "According to some, for consuming the spices. According to others, it was a magnificent pile for the cremation of the corpse--a usage which was at that time, and long after, prevalent among the Hebrews, and the omission of which in the case of royal personages was reckoned a great indignity." JFB Hope this helps bgg |
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