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Results from: Answered Bible Questions, Answers, Unanswered Bible Questions, Notes Author: jg8ball Ordered by Verse |
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101 | Do you believe once save, always saved. | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 338 | ||
No. If that were true, why would we be warned against temptations? | ||||||
102 | Do you believe once save, always saved. | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 353 | ||
I'm not saying that everytime you sin you are no longer saved. What I said is that if a person decided to totally give up believing in God and renounce their belief in Jesus and go out and do horrible and unmentionable things with no feelings of remorse then I believe that person would no longer be welcome in the Kingdom of Heaven (unless later they again truely repent). I'm not saying that this would be a common thing for a believer to do just that it could happen. | ||||||
103 | That's an interesting belief. | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 407 | ||
That's an interesting belief. Can you tell me what scripture references back this up? | ||||||
104 | That's an interesting belief. | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 450 | ||
I'm sorry but I don't see how these verses support your belief. | ||||||
105 | That's an interesting belief. | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 453 | ||
I completely and totaly agree that we are saved by Grace alone and not by works. What I don't agree with though is once saved always saved. 2 John 1: 8-9 Watch out that you do not lose what you have worked for, but that you may be rewarded fully. Anyone who runs ahead and does not continue in the teaching of Christ does not have God; whoever continues in the teaching has both the Father and the Son. |
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106 | That's an interesting belief. | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 597 | ||
Thanks. You and June bring up good points. I've always been about 60 to 40 in favor of the possiblity of renouncing one's salvation (although I admit I have no idea why one would) but now I think I'm starting to lean the other way. I'll do some more reading into what you wrote and talking with others and maybe I'll swing even farther to the once saved always saved. On the otherhand though, I do believe that we have the choice whether or not to accept Gods gift of salvation. Not because of any pridefull thing or power trip, but because I believe that God would rather have us make the decision to worship Him rather than force us to. Consider for example if you had the power to make someone love you. Would you use it or would you rather have them choose to love you? |
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107 | Upon death do we go directly to Heaven? | Luke 23:43 | jg8ball | 677 | ||
Jesus told the thief on the cross that he will be in paradise today. |
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108 | Is Jesus God? | John 1:1 | jg8ball | 1311 | ||
Can anyone show me any passages that show that Jesus is God? A friend of mine believes that Jesus is the Son of God but not God (and the Holy Spirit is the action of God but not God). I've shown him many verses but most can also be interpreted as separate individuals (for example: I baptize you in the name of the Father and in the Son, and in the Holy Spirit could be interpreted as baptizing in the name of the three separate entities.) I've also shown him the classic John 1:1 and similar verses but he interprets it at Jesus and God think alike, have the same mission, similar in nature, etc... Is there something in the Bible that very simply and cleary says that the Three are one? To me there are many verses that state this clearly, but to him, they state something completely different. |
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109 | Is Jesus God? | John 1:1 | jg8ball | 1316 | ||
Thanks for the info. I'll let you know if it helps. I have been working with him for the last several months and he is extremely open (for a JW) but can't make that final step be he is able to admit of several flaws in the JW teaching. I just bought him a parallel bible with KJV, NASB, NIV, and NLT in hopes that he will read it for himself and see how the NWT clouds the meanings. |
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110 | Jesus and Jehovah-same subject? | John 1:1 | jg8ball | 1611 | ||
Thanks again. He believes that Jesus is the Son of God, not God. He can't comprehend how the two can be the same. I've shown him Heb 1:8-12 and he admits that he has no answer for it and will ask his elders (which could get him into much trouble) I'm currently showing him the many verses that tell us that we are to worhship only God and verses that talk about worshiping Jesus. This too has him thinking a little more. Not sold yet, but at least thinking on his own (instead of through the watchtower) He admits that the JW's have been wrong before but points to the many errors other denominations have made like the spanish inquisitions. |
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111 | "even" is confusing. | John 1:12 | jg8ball | 329 | ||
The greek word used for the phrase "[even] to those who believe" is "pisteuo" which translates to "to believe, to put one's faith in, trust". I believe the word "even" was added by the KJV authors. Look up in your Bible to see what it means when you see a word in square brackets. When you believe in His name, you will recieve him. |
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112 | How is that implied in "pisteuo"? | John 1:12 | jg8ball | 337 | ||
I don't know why that would be implied. Maybe the translators wanted to stress that you had to believe to receive and at that time it was translated everyone knew that's what was implied. But now it could take on different meaning and confuse things. (just a guess - maybe there's someone out there that can explain it better) That's why I primarily use the NIV and not the KJV and NASB as my main source (although I will reference other versions from time to time). |
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113 | "even" is confusing. | John 1:12 | jg8ball | 2825 | ||
I agree with you. When I see the phrase "believe in his name", I (mistakenly?) interpret that as accepting Jesus as your Savior. As far as I know, most people believe Jesus lived 2000 years ago and did many wonderful things. But when you believe IN Jesus, that's something completely different. Sorry for the confusion. | ||||||
114 | reincarnation in the bible? | John 9:3 | jg8ball | 912 | ||
AMEN! | ||||||
115 | Should Paul haver gone to Jerusalem? | Acts | jg8ball | 339 | ||
If God wants you to deliver a message, you'd best do it. Look what Jonah went through when he tried to run away. | ||||||
116 | Stay marriaed at all costs? | 1 Cor 7:15 | jg8ball | 38861 | ||
I think God would not object to you leaving your husband in this circumstance. If you have tried all that you can and the abuse still continues, then what good can come from staying together. If you were both non-believers when married and you became a believer, you are now a new person (in Christ) and if you are unable to resolve the brutality, then you have no option to leave to situation less you fall victom. If you were a believer and he was not when married, (even though Paul warned against this), I can't believe that our God of Love would want you to remain in this situation if all attempts (including seeking help from others) has failed. If you both thought you were believers when married, then I think you were deceived. How could a true believer in Christ act the way you describe? I hope your example was hypothetical but if not, I pray that God gives you the courage to do what He would have you do. |
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117 | Stay marriaed at all costs? | 1 Cor 7:15 | jg8ball | 39021 | ||
Well Said!!! | ||||||
118 | Are you kidding? | 1 Cor 7:15 | jg8ball | 39022 | ||
So are you saying that she should have stayed with her abusive husband and took her punishment? Do you really think Jesus would have told her to shut up and take the abuse because you married him? |
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119 | Do YOU belive in the Bible? | 1 Cor 7:15 | jg8ball | 39030 | ||
Who are you to talk! You are correct that I don't personally know any of these people, but do you? Isn't this whole forum, in a sense, made up of people's opinions? Who are you (or I) to say that the Bible can only be interpreted this way. My "opinions", that you so rudely told me to keep to myself, are based on what I believe the Bible (and God) tells us. Don't get so lost in deciphering specific words or phrases of the bible that you lose the whole meaning of the Bible. We are to love God first and love each other next. How could a person remain in an abusive relationship - after many years at attempting to resolve the conflict - truely let her love shine? |
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120 | Do YOU belive in the Bible? | 1 Cor 7:15 | jg8ball | 39069 | ||
I have to disagree with you when you say that the Bible can only be intepreted one way. What about all the different denominations, or Calvinism vs Armeniumism, or Catholic vs Protestant? Aren't these all based on different interpretations of the Bible. Or are you saying that your way is the only true interpretation of the Bible and everyone else is wrong? Everything you write in this forum, unless you are quoting someone or somthing else, is your opinion. Just because you cite a verse, your interpretation is your opinion and may or may not be in agreement with everyone. When you tell me to keep my feelings to a minimum, I "feel" you are missing the whole point of what Jesus told us. Everything He did was for His love of God and His love for us. His feelings. Everything He said was His opinion of how to best interpret God's will based on those feelings. I do not know about you, but my "feelings" are based on what I have learned (to date) from the Holy Spirit, studying the word of God, and my experiences in interacting with others. Our feelings are very important when trying to help others and making decisions in your life. I believe the Holy Spirit, if allowed, uses our feelings to know the will of God. In some cases I agree that citing scripture verses should be used (such as showing that Jesus died for ALL people and not SOME people) but I did not feel it was necessary at that point in the exchange about her abusive husband. If she would have asked for biblical references, I would have given them. Matthew 22:36-40 "Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" Jesus replied: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." Isn't LOVE a feeling? It's through my Love for God and those in need that I attempt to offer my "opinions" or "feelings" (or interpretation of the Bible) not based on a whim, but on my continuing walk with Jesus. Am I wrong in my thinking? |
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