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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: pricefhome Ordered by Verse |
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1 | Should we Divorce? | Not Specified | pricefhome | 31022 | ||
I recently met with someone claiming to have the gift of prophecy. He has many years in the ministry. This was the first time we had ever met. A friend had introduced us… He was very direct and came right out and told me that my wife and I should divorce. That God had never ordained our marriage…that we were married in sin, living together before getting married. That God would not bless sin and therefore could not bless our marriage. My wife has held this same position for over two years now…I haven't mentioned anything to her about this individual's view point. She has been asking for a divorce for over two years now. We lost our third son a few days after his birth, due to a birth defect and shortly after that she approached me for a divorce. I am searching for the Lord's direction here; we have two small children now and I have not loved my wife for many years. We have a dysfunctional relationship struggling to survive. I also come from a dysfunctional family. I am look for Truth!!! |
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2 | What do we think about Uzza’s death? | Not Specified | pricefhome | 32146 | ||
. Uzza Touches the Ark (1 Chronicles 13) 7And they carried the ark of God in a new cart out of the house of Abinadab: and Uzza and Ahio drave the cart. 8And David and all Israel played before God with all their might, and with singing, and with harps, and with psalteries, and with timbrels, and with cymbals, and with trumpets.9And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark; for the oxen stumbled. 10And the anger of the LORD was kindled against Uzza, and he smote him, because he put his hand to the ark: and there he died before God. 11And David was displeased, because the LORD had made a breach upon Uzza: wherefore that place is called Perezuzza to this day. 12And David was afraid of God that day, saying, “How shall I bring the ark of God home to me?” What do we think about Uzza’s death? In The Holiness of God, R.C. Sproul uses this episode during the early reign of King David to introduce a discussion of the holiness of God’s justice. About Uzza’s action he writes: Surely Uzzah’s reaction was instinctive. He did what any pious Jew would do to keep the ark from falling in the mud. He reached out his hand to steady the ark, to protect the holy object from falling. It was not a premeditated act of defiance toward God. It was a reflex action. From our vantage point it seems like an act of heroism. We think that Uzza should have heard the voice of God shouting down from heaven crying, “Thank you, Uzza!” God didn’t do that. Instead, he killed him. (pp. 138-139) Numbers 4:15 commands the Kohathites, who had the care of the holy things, saying, “…but they shall not touch any holy thing, lest they die.” Uzza was a Kohathite, he knew the rules, but he touched the ark anyway. His death is an example of divine justice—and to the extent that we do not understand it, or even sympathize, we show that we do not appreciate Biblical concepts like holiness, justice, sin and grace. [See Sproul for a much fuller discussion of this.] 2. David Tries Again (1 Chronicles 15) 11And David called for Zadok and Abiathar the priests, and for the Levites, for Uriel, Asaiah, and Joel, Shemaiah, and Eliel, and Amminadab, 12And said unto them, Ye are the chief of the fathers of the Levites: sanctify yourselves, both ye and your brethren, that ye may bring up the ark of the LORD God of Israel unto the place that I have prepared for it. 13For because ye did it not at the first, the LORD our God made a breach upon us, for that we sought him not after the due order. Now, David has determined to complete the ark’s journey to Jerusalem. What is striking about this second attempt? David, who was angry when God killed Uzza, now gives a reason for God’s action: “[because] we sought him not after the due order.” This passage ought to send chills down our spine. We are accustomed to thinking of God hiding behind every bush, just waiting for someone to seek Him so He can jump out and pour His love on them. And yet, David’s words imply that it is not enough to seek God; we must seek him “after the due order”—in other words, the right way. |
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3 | What do we think about Uzza’s death? | Gen 19:26 | pricefhome | 32225 | ||
. Uzza Touches the Ark (1 Chronicles 13) 7And they carried the ark of God in a new cart out of the house of Abinadab: and Uzza and Ahio drave the cart. 8And David and all Israel played before God with all their might, and with singing, and with harps, and with psalteries, and with timbrels, and with cymbals, and with trumpets.9And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark; for the oxen stumbled. 10And the anger of the LORD was kindled against Uzza, and he smote him, because he put his hand to the ark: and there he died before God. 11And David was displeased, because the LORD had made a breach upon Uzza: wherefore that place is called Perezuzza to this day. 12And David was afraid of God that day, saying, “How shall I bring the ark of God home to me?” What do we think about Uzza’s death? In The Holiness of God, R.C. Sproul uses this episode during the early reign of King David to introduce a discussion of the holiness of God’s justice. About Uzza’s action he writes: Surely Uzzah’s reaction was instinctive. He did what any pious Jew would do to keep the ark from falling in the mud. He reached out his hand to steady the ark, to protect the holy object from falling. It was not a premeditated act of defiance toward God. It was a reflex action. From our vantage point it seems like an act of heroism. We think that Uzza should have heard the voice of God shouting down from heaven crying, “Thank you, Uzza!” God didn’t do that. Instead, he killed him. (pp. 138-139) Numbers 4:15 commands the Kohathites, who had the care of the holy things, saying, “…but they shall not touch any holy thing, lest they die.” Uzza was a Kohathite, he knew the rules, but he touched the ark anyway. His death is an example of divine justice—and to the extent that we do not understand it, or even sympathize, we show that we do not appreciate Biblical concepts like holiness, justice, sin and grace. [See Sproul for a much fuller discussion of this.] 2. David Tries Again (1 Chronicles 15) 11And David called for Zadok and Abiathar the priests, and for the Levites, for Uriel, Asaiah, and Joel, Shemaiah, and Eliel, and Amminadab, 12And said unto them, Ye are the chief of the fathers of the Levites: sanctify yourselves, both ye and your brethren, that ye may bring up the ark of the LORD God of Israel unto the place that I have prepared for it. 13For because ye did it not at the first, the LORD our God made a breach upon us, for that we sought him not after the due order. Now, David has determined to complete the ark’s journey to Jerusalem. What is striking about this second attempt? David, who was angry when God killed Uzza, now gives a reason for God’s action: “[because] we sought him not after the due order.” This passage ought to send chills down our spine. We are accustomed to thinking of God hiding behind every bush, just waiting for someone to seek Him so He can jump out and pour His love on them. And yet, David’s words imply that it is not enough to seek God; we must seek him “after the due order”—in other words, the right way. |
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4 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31035 | ||
I recently met with someone claiming to have the gift of prophecy. He has many years in the ministry. This was the first time we had ever met. A friend had introduced us… He was very direct and came right out and told me that my wife and I should divorce. That God had never ordained our marriage…that we were married in sin, living together before getting married. That God would not bless sin and therefore could not bless our marriage. My wife has held this same position for over two years now…I haven't mentioned anything to her about this individual's view point. She has been asking for a divorce for over two years now. We lost our third son a few days after his birth, due to a birth defect and shortly after that she approached me for a divorce. I am searching for the Lord's direction here; we have two small children now and I have not loved my wife for many years. We have a dysfunctional relationship struggling to survive. I also come from a dysfunctional family. I am look for Truth!!! |
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5 | I'm still un-clear... | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31071 | ||
I understand that God hates divorce but God himself divorced Israel… There is a difference in a situation were two non believers are married and one starts to follow Christ and the other wants to leave…let him/her leave. I want the Lord's favor on myself and my children. They are in a dysfunctional environment at this time and divorce could free them from that. I have held the position that my faithfulness and obedience has sanctified my family..but I'm starting to wonder about that! Also, my wife in many ways has already left this family. She refuses to go to church with the boys and I. She refuses to wear her wedding ring. She does very little of the house work or child care…maybe 10 percent. She has shut down and needs professional help but we can't afford it. We havn't slept together in over two years. Some believe that this is justifiable grounds for divorce... I want the Lords favor…his ways are much broader and deeper than ours and I simply want to know what's best! Thanks for your kind words! |
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6 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31072 | ||
Please read and respond to my next statement...this may make our situation and my question more clear for your responce. Thank you! | ||||||
7 | I'm still un-clear... | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31076 | ||
This is the course that I have taken...and I'm willing to take to my dealth if I'm convienced its God's will. I'm trying to get to that place...In the end I don't want to stand before God and say Lord Lord did I not...and he say I never knew you... | ||||||
8 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31078 | ||
His fruit was in question...but if you are a seeker of truth and listening for the Lord's voice...nothing falls on deaf ears | ||||||
9 | I'm still un-clear... | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31080 | ||
I enjoy being obedient moment by moment…its becoming clearer for me! Thanks | ||||||
10 | I'm still un-clear... | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31164 | ||
Thanks for the prayers!!! I do have a support group around me…it is amazing how God takes care of his children…I find myself exactly were I believe God wants me…as difficult as that might be. I simple want His lead and not to be deceived! That’s why I have also used this medium. |
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11 | I'm still un-clear... | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31165 | ||
Thats been my position... | ||||||
12 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31172 | ||
Thanks, My wife and I started attending a "start up church" after we lost our son. She stopped attending about six months ago...about the same time the founding paster decided to leave. He felt his gift was starting up churches and felt God was calling him to move on... He knew about our situation and said for me to call on him at any time but that marriage counseling wasn't his strong suit. I have got to know several of the men there and they all know of my situation but most of them are young and have limited life experience to relate to my situation. This church only meets on Sunday mornings...and has gone through a lot of problems with issues of its founding. I also attend, on Sunday evenings, by my self, a very large church of about 10,000 members which has four repeated services each week...but its hard to get connected with such a large church. I also attend a Christian 12Step Support Group weekly, and its helpful! I have other brothers that I can call on for support when needed to process situations as they occur. One of them is a christian counsler who is wealthy and retired and doesn't charge money for his time. I'm also looking for another smaller church for my boys...we visited another church last weekend and its seems to be a good place for the children but doesn't have the meat that I am needing. The larger church is where I get fed!!! Please remember us in your prayers!!! |
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13 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31174 | ||
Where did he contradict scripture? | ||||||
14 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31179 | ||
Believe me, all of these prayers and thoughts shared are very helpful to me!!! They are affirmation that the perseverance to this point has been in obedience to God! I believe it's important to remain teachable in order to mature…and its important to always "give thought to your ways!" I want to be a child that listens to his father and in so doing pleases the Father!!! Thank you. | ||||||
15 | Trying to understand: | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31278 | ||
Let me take one issue from your post, "God did put you together, even as unbelievers" I have been told that God allowed us to get married even though it may not have been what He knew was best for our individual lives... But let me ask you to support your viewpoint alittle more. Thanks | ||||||
16 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31280 | ||
Interesting post, I'll contact you via email | ||||||
17 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31282 | ||
Agree; Thats why I'm currently visiting around for a church...Please pray that we can find such a church! Thanks | ||||||
18 | Trying to understand: | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31609 | ||
So, you are saying I should divorce? | ||||||
19 | Should we Divorce? | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31613 | ||
Brian, I have no problem answering all of your questions...but I would like to know how/why does answering these questions lead you to believe you could help? |
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20 | Trying to understand: | Mal 2:16 | pricefhome | 31660 | ||
Thank you so very much for your post!!! I am in 100-percent agreement with every word! God helps us so we can help others! Be encouraged, your words are helpful! Please remember our family in your prayers...also, I lost my job today...I had been with this bank for the last three years...and they came in and cut me loose. But I had some intense prayer time this morning where I deeply asked God to help me and this was his answer...so I know he has much better things in store for me and my family. So, pray! | ||||||
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