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101 | if someone take there own life where wil | NT general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 15980 | ||
Golden Child If a man is humiliated and is facing financial losses, business closure, etc. and kills himself, then this would be a sin. If a man is severely troubled and mentally disturbed and not thinking as a rational human being, then they are not committing a sin, because it is not a conscious voluntary decision on their part. It is the result of sickness or injury. Brian |
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102 | Does this mean God is the author of sin? | 2 Sam 12:11 | Brian.g | 15650 | ||
Sin is an act of defiance and an insult against God. Satan may tempt us and subject us to evil, but it is man's free will to choose whether to act upon a temptation or evil, thus creating the sin. In 2 Samuel 12:11, God is not creating sin nor is He creating evil. God is permitting evil to exist in David' house. When God said He will give Davids wives to his companions, God is not causing the wives to sin, because the action is neither performed by the free will of the wives nor is it an act of defiance against God. Instead the act is performed by the will of God as an act of punishment against David. God created evil and sin only to the extent that God created Satan and God permits Satan to tempt us and subject us to evil. Which, when chosen by mans free will, creates sin. Job 1: 6 One day the angels came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them. 7 The LORD said to Satan, "Where have you come from?" Satan answered the LORD, "From roaming through the earth and going back and forth in it." 8 Then the LORD said to Satan, "Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and shuns evil." 9 "Does Job fear God for nothing?" Satan replied. 10 "Have you not put a hedge around him and his household and everything he has? You have blessed the work of his hands, so that his flocks and herds are spread throughout the land. 11 But stretch out your hand and strike everything he has, and he will surely curse you to your face." 12 The LORD said to Satan, "Very well, then, everything he has is in your hands, but on the man himself do not lay a finger." Then Satan went out from the presence of the LORD. The question here is why does God permit evil and why does God permit Satan to tempt us. Matthew 4:1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. God had a reason for leading Jesus into the desert and for permitting the temptation of Jesus, by Satan. What was God's reason. Does God use Satans temptations and evil and our free will actions towards those temptations, as a measurement of our devotion and commitment to God. Was this Gods final test of Jesus, the man, to guarantee Jesus' place in heaven and as the third member of the Trinity. In a post on this question, Charis asks why anyone would want to know God is the root cause of evil - what purpose is served. First, I don't feel the term 'God is the root of evil' is an accurate term. But, I feel that this reaffirms that God is greater than evil, which by itself is a very comforting thought. And, God has a reason for allowing temptation to exist, although we don't fully understand why. But, this does reaffirm that God can and will control evil, so as not to allow more than each of us can handle. Mark 15: 34 And at the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?"--which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? In this test, Jesus never denied God, He only asked why God has not taken Him, yet. Jesus was obviously at the physical limits which any man could take. At which point, God intervened. 37 With a loud cry, Jesus breathed his last James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love |
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103 | Jesus descended into hell? | 1 Pet 3:19 | Brian.g | 15332 | ||
This is a reference to the following from 1 Peter 3:19 1 Peter 3: 18 For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, so that He might bring us to God, having been put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit; 19 in which also He went and made proclamation to the spirits now in prison, Brian |
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104 | Dear Nicodemus: | Gen 1:1 | Brian.g | 14601 | ||
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105 | where did cain and able find wives 4 fam | Genesis | Brian.g | 14230 | ||
There is currently an ongoing discussion. Please go to the left hand column and under 'Show Me", click on Notes and look for the topic to participate. |
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106 | who did cain marry? | Gen 1:1 | Brian.g | 14107 | ||
By name, I don't know By relationship to Cain, I don't know |
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107 | Was the older brother acting correct? | Luke 15:28 | Brian.g | 14095 | ||
As men find God and begin to serve Him, there is a tendancy to become self-righteous in that, we think that nobody loves or serves God, as well as I do. In our thoughts, we tend to critique other Christians because they either did not find and serve God as quickly as we did, or with as much greatness as we do, or with as much love, devotion and dedication, as we do. What we are being taught is to show love, compassion, mercy and happiness that the lost sheep is found, and that there is more than plenty in heaven for all of us. And, it is Gods right to decide to whom He wants to allow into heaven. Be happy that you are one with God, Be happy and willing to share God. As with any father on earth, God is happiest when His entire family is home with Him. Our service to God is to help guide our brothers and sisters home, and we should also rejoice that God has welcomed them home with open arms. There is no need to be jealous of God's love and the rewards of heaven. God loves us all. |
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108 | Early church support for Peter as Pope? | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 13685 | ||
How much farther are you planning on taking this debate. I have been insulted My Church has been mocked And any I answer, is never adequate. So, what more do you want from me. |
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109 | Documented?? | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 13634 | ||
Lucius Ferraris An eighteenth-century canonist of the Franciscan Order. The exact dates of his birth and death are unknown, but he was born at Solero, near Alessandria in Northern Italy. He was also professor, provincial of his order, and consultor of the Holy Office. It would seem he died before 1763. He is the author of the "Prompta Bibliotheca canonica, juridica, moralis, theologica, necnon ascetica, polemica, rubricistica, historica", a veritable encyclopedia of religious knowledge. The first edition of this work appeared at Bologna, in 1746. A second edition, much enlarged, also a third, were published by the author himself. The fourth edition, dating from 1763 seems to have been published after his death. This, like those which followed it, contains the additions which the author had made to the second edition under the title of additiones auctoris, and also other enlargements (additiones ex aliena manu) inserted in their respective places in the body of the work (and no longer in the appendix as in the former editions) and supplements. The various editions thus differ from each of her. The most recent are: that of the Benedictines (Naples, 1844-55), reproduced by Migne (Paris, 1861-1863), and an edition published at Paris 1884. A new edition was published at Rome in 1899 at the press of the Propaganda in eight volumes, with a volume of supplements, edited by the Jesuit, Bucceroni, containing several dissertations and the recent and important documents of the Holy See. This supplement serves to keep up to date the work of Ferraris, which will ever remain a precious mine of information, although it is sometimes possible to reproach the author with laxism |
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110 | Follow question to There and to Catholic | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 13021 | ||
From Brian I am leaving for a short trip and I will be back on Friday. I will respond then. Thank you for your patience Brian |
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111 | Follow up Peter first Pope | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 12950 | ||
I don't know when the title 'Pope' was first used, or if it was used by Peter. However, I believe the following passages does reinforce Jesus selection of Peter as the leader of His Church Mark 16:5 Entering the tomb, they saw a young man sitting at the right, wearing a white robe; and they were amazed. Mark 16:6 And he *said to them, "Do not be amazed; you are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who has been crucified. He has risen; He is not here; behold, here is the place where they laid Him. Mark 16:7 "But go, tell His disciples and Peter, 'He is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see Him, just as He told you.'" Peter was singled out to reaffirm his position as the leader of the disciples ...... Luke 24:34 saying, "The Lord has really risen and has appeared to Simon." First, Jesus appeared to Peter, then the other disciples ...... John 21:14 This is now the third time that Jesus was manifested to the disciples, after He was raised from the dead. John 21:15 So when they had finished breakfast, Jesus *said to Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, do you love Me more than these?" He *said to Him, "Yes, Lord; You know that I love You." He *said to him, "Tend My lambs." John 21:16 He *said to him again a second time, "Simon, son of John, do you love Me?" He *said to Him, "Yes, Lord; You know that I love You." He *said to him, "Shepherd My sheep." John 21:17 He *said to him the third time, "Simon, son of John, do you love Me?" Peter was grieved because He said to him the third time, "Do you love Me?" And he said to Him, "Lord, You know all things; You know that I love You." Jesus *said to him, "Tend My sheep. |
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112 | What do you base your belief on? | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 12937 | ||
John Paul II (1978 to present), our current Pope is the 265th, with Peter (years 32 to 67) being the first. The second Pope, Linus (67 to 76 or 79), is thought to be the same Linus, Timothy refered to in 2 Timothy 4:21. The Church recognizes 30 antipopes. An antipope is a false claimant of the Holy See in opposition to a pontiff canonically elected. First, why Rome for the location of the Church. Peters final years were spent in Rome, or more specifically, in an area known as Ager Vaticanus. This area did not belong to ancient Rome, nor was it built within the walls of Rome. This is were Peter died and was buried. This simply became the physical center of the Church. When Peter lead the Church, he created a Senate consistng of 24 priests and deacons - this is documented. One of the roles of this Senate was to elect the new Pope - with Linus being the first Pope elected by men. Over time, the Senate structure while having taken different shapes - has remained constant. Keep in mind, Peter gave formal organizational structure to the Church. This is important, because this is the correcting factor when the office of the Pope was occupied by a man who was more interested in this world, than in heaven. It is through this election of the Pope by the Senate (College of Cardinals), this formal organization created by Peter, which enables us to discern who the properly elected pontiffs were as opposed to the antipopes, who, at the same time, were claiming the Church. How do we know Peter was choosen by Jesus to head his Church. Three reasons: first, Matthew 16:17-19, And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church Second: In numerous references within the Bible, when Jesus spoke to the Apostles as a group, He directed His conversation to Peter Mathew 26:40 - And He came to the disciples and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, "So, you men could not keep watch with Me for one hour? Third, on various occasions Peter speaks in the name of the other Apostles (Matthew 15:15; 19:27; Luke 12:41, etc.). Then Peter said to Him, "Behold, we have left everything and followed You; what then will there be for us?" Is there anyplace in the Bible where Jesus flat out said 'Peter - your the first Pope', no. It is not the strength or depth of the discussion between Jesus and Peter, it is the fact that it was Peter acting as the representative head of the Apostles with Jesus. Did Jesus intend for Peter to be the head of the Church, or did Peter just assume this role. I believe Jesus selected Peter. |
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113 | Should Christian Churches unite | 1 Thess 5:2 | Brian.g | 12771 | ||
I believe this is a sin tempting man to reject God. This is the sin, in which man must decide whether he believes in God and life after death, or does he extend this form of physical life through sin and at the expense of killing children. Like every other sin, (theft, murder, and so on), there are man-made laws which say we should not do these sins, but they are still done. We cannot rely on governments to protect us from evil. We must rely upon God. A law can be written saying not to perform cell research and a law can be written saying not to use the results in this country. But, cell research is supported by many governments, worldwide. Cell research is supported by businesses. Cell research is supported by many people throughout the world, so that you will not be able to outlaw the process nor the results. How is cell research combated - in exactly the way we have been taught - reject the sin. It is not our role to judge or condemn the men who commit these offenses, that is for God and we must be silent. But, we must reject Which means, if you are a quadrapalegic and a cure derived from cell research is handed to you, then you must reject this 'gift' in exactly the same manner in which a hungry man must reject stolen food and in the same manner in which a poor man must reject accepting stolen money. This is the ultimate test of man's devotion to God's law - mortal physical life. Our role as Christians is to continue to work towards the rejection of sin - no matter how tempting the reward. Isn't this truely Satan saying - reject God, worship me and I will give you eternal life? |
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114 | Was Peter the Leader? | Rom 3:28 | Brian.g | 12720 | ||
Tim I accept it because it is what the Catholic Church tells me is true. It is more important to me that I live in a house united and I will trust the leaders of this house. Have you ever heard a parent say to their arguing child: "I'm right, because I'm your father(mother) and I said I'm right, now quit arguing." In any form of government, we need a leader and that leader needs to be able to make a final decision and then everyone can move forward from that point. Just as the parent above, there is a time for discussion and debate, which the Church allows, and then the time comes in which a final decision needs to be made, so the family can function as one, instead of living in the seperation created by constant arguing and challenging of each other. Someone in a family must be a leader and the other members of the family must accept that person. The acceptance of that person as the leader may be called by some, as submission. Other may call it trust in the leader of the family. Some may accept that persons leadership out of humility and some may accept that persons leadership and decisions on the basis; that they know the leader is only concerned about making the right decision for the good of the family. The Pope is the leader of a Church. The Pope is a man. The Pope is not God. The Pope is a man. When making a decision, we are hopeful that the Pope is seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit, in the same way a congregation is hoping that their Pastor is seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit. In this forum, there has been discussion regarding the responsibility a Bible class teacher has to his/her students. If the teacher is not teaching God's law properly, the teacher is doing a grave injustice to the student, who is relying on this knowledge and guidance to properly serve God. The role of the Church is to insure proper understanding of God's law in order to properly educate its members. Look at all of the different Churches which have been formed by people leaving the Catholic Church and think of all of the time and energy spent fighting the Church as the enemy. The Church is not the enemy, Satan is. Focus your hatred and distaste towards the true enemy and unite with those who are fighting the same enemy as you. Satan is successful in dividing the House of Jesus among itself and keeping everyone's attention on infighting, rather than on him. I realize that the members of this forum are dedicated and commited to God. Would we not have done a better job of serving God if we had taken the 100-200 man hours spent here debating Papal infallibility and instead, spent this time serving God, by reaching out to our fellow man to fight Satan. Aren't we falling into Satans trap of dividing our house to fight each other, instead of fighting Satan. Luke 11: 17-18 17: Jesus knew their thoughts and said to them: "Any kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and a house divided against itself will fall. 18: If Satan is divided against himself, how can his kingdom stand? Today, we are seeing the birth of a new sin - probably the greatest sin ever tempting man - taking the life of an unborn baby and selling it for a profit to prolong the life of another. Who will join this Catholic in fighting Satan on this sin rather than debating each other on who is the better Christian. Can we unite our house of Christianity to serve God? Is anybody up for a really good fight? - Let me know. |
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115 | Peter first Pope? | Bible general Archive 1 | Brian.g | 12719 | ||
Johnny Sorry for the delay in answering your question. Yes, I do believe Peter is the first Pope of the Catholic Church. Brian |
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116 | Evangelicals and Catholics | Rom 3:28 | Brian.g | 12438 | ||
Number 1, 2 and 3 The full answer to these questions - the proof you are seeking - is a very long answer, which does not lend itself to this forum and in reality, I don't know if I am the person that can give you the full proof you seek. I will answer your questions, but please allow me the right to summarize in places, and accept some of my discussion as having a foundation. John Paul II (1978 to present), our current Pope is the 265th, with Peter (years 32 to 67) being the first. The second Pope, Linus (67 to 76 or 79), is thought to be the same Linus, Timothy refered to in 2 Timothy 4:21. The Church recognizes 30 antipopes. An antipope is a false claimant of the Holy See in opposition to a pontiff canonically elected. First, why Rome for the location of the Church. Peters final years were spent in Rome, or more specifically, in an area known as Ager Vaticanus. This area did not belong to ancient Rome, nor was it built within the walls of Rome. This is were Peter died and was buried. This simply became the physical center of the Church. When Peter lead the Church, he created a Senate consistng of 24 priests and deacons - this is documented. One of the roles of this Senate was to elect the new Pope - with Linus being the first Pope elected by men. Over time, the Senate structure while having taken different shapes - has remained constant. Keep in mind, Peter gave formal organizational structure to the Church. This is important, because this is the correcting factor when the office of the Pope was occupied by a man who was more interested in this world, than in heaven. It is through this election of the Pope by the Senate (College of Cardinals), this formal organization created by Peter, which enables us to discern who the properly elected pontiffs were as opposed to the antipopes, who, at the same time, were claiming the Church. How do we know Peter was choosen by Jesus to head his Church. Three reasons: first, Matthew 16:17-19, And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church Second: In numerous references within the Bible, when Jesus spoke to the Apostles as a group, He directed His conversation to Peter Mathew 26:40 - And He came to the disciples and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, "So, you men could not keep watch with Me for one hour? Third, on various occasions Peter speaks in the name of the other Apostles (Matthew 15:15; 19:27; Luke 12:41, etc.). Then Peter said to Him, "Behold, we have left everything and followed You; what then will there be for us?" Is there anyplace in the Bible where Jesus flat out said 'Peter - your the first Pope', no. It is not the strength or depth of the discussion between Jesus and Peter, it is the fact that it was Peter acting as the representative head of the Apostles with Jesus. Did Jesus intend for Peter to be the head of the Church, or did Peter just assume this role. I believe Jesus selected Peter. |
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117 | Evangelicals and Catholics | Rom 3:28 | Brian.g | 12426 | ||
Number 5 Infallibility is: Exemption or immunity from liability to error or failure. Like the father of a family, the authority of the father is absolute. His wife and children may discuss and debate with him, but when the final decision of the father is made and that decision is truly made in the best interest of the family, then his decision must be accepted and followed. When the decision is made out of love and commitment to his family, then there will be no wrong decisions made, there will be no decisions which the family cannot accept. The father will be accorded the respect of infallibilty - the exemption or immunity from liability to error or failure. We, as members of the Church, must humble ourselves to understand and believe that the man choosen as the successor to Peter is a good and honorable man committed to Gods law and that his decisions are made with the best interest of the Church, her members and in accordance with God's law. He must also be accorded the same respect of infallibility - the exemption or immunity from liability to error or failure. |
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118 | Does everyone have discernment? | Is 27:11 | Brian.g | 11737 | ||
There are two types of discernment. The first being a gift from God for a selected few, in the same manner in which other natural attributes are gifts from God. Being a fine and natural athlete, musician, mathematician and so on. I knew a man who had received this gift and had the ability to accurately understand obscure issues and was often described as 'rounding third base and heading home, while everyone else was just getting to first base.' But,this man while being a good man, had little true understanding - or desire to understand God. The second discernment is also a gift, but is available for all men, through the grace of God, but you must prepare yourself in order to receive it. In this second type, we are given the ability to understand the whole meaning of the Bible, not only the words. But the depths and breadths of the meanings and how the different passages relate to each other to create a complete and total understanding of the Bible as one single text of our relationship with God and about God. You will understand that the Bible no longer becomes a collection of individual phrases, passages, stories, letters and writings. But a single, seamless living document of God. And like God, it has no beginning or end. You will understand that each individual part will be as one with the others. And that you can no longer just pick a single individual passage and use it as a sword to justify a position, because you will now understand that the full truth is in the whole relationship with God. As I said, you must prepare yourself to receive this gift from God. Before all else, pray to God for guidance in your quest for understanding. Trust that God will then be with you. First and foremost is humility. How can the Holy Spirit guide you into understanding the full depth of the meaning when you have closed the door by proclaiming that you already posses full knowledge. Trust God. Be mature and receptive enough to accept that your original interpretations or single dimensional understandings may not be the full and complete message. Trust God to be truthful with you. Be patient, God will help you understand in a manner and at a pace which He knows is best for you. Trust God. |
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119 | 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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120 | Inherit the Kingsom of God | Rom 2:6 | Brian.g | 11396 | ||
A drunkard is today known as an alcoholic or, at the very least - a party animal. Being drunk, for an evening, will not prevent you from entering heaven. The thing that I think you may want to put a little bit more focus on, is the 'luke-warm Christian' part. Romans 2:6-8 6 God "will give to each person according to what he has done." 7 To those who by persistence in doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life. 8 But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger. Remember, only God decides how 'warm' a Christian really is. |
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