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121 | So what is God's vs. Adam's image? | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16243 | ||
Dear Lionstrong, thanks again for your comments. In fact, I believe that you have hit upon what I think is the 'central truth' of the matter: You said, "breathing into Adam the spirit of life" and I believe that this is what Adam and Eve lost, the Divine life in them. God said, 'The day that you eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, you will die.' They did not die physically that die. But they did die spiritually. What exactly that means, is probably open for interpretation, but I view it as follows. (I am not going to wax 'theological' here because I don't believe that it is that complicated of a concept). The Divine life of God departed Adam and Eve. Not their physical life (at least not for 900 years or so), not their soul life, they still had knowledge, will and emotion. But rather the very life of God, spiritual life. They became dead to God, alive to sin. Christ said that He came to restore that life. "I come that they might have life and life abundant." He is not referring to physical life here. He said that He was the life. He told the Pharisees, 'You search the scriptures (OT) because you think that you'll find life there. These scriptures talk of Me, but you won't come to Me and get it.' 1 John 5:11,12 - "And the testimony is this, that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He who has the Son has the life, he who does not have the Son of God does not have the life." God, through Jesus Christ's resurrection has returned His Divine life to us. If the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwells in us (and He does), He will give LIFE to your mortal bodies. This is not more physical or soul life. This is eternal, spiritual life. We are joined to His Spirit and His very life now indwells us. We, as believers, are now alive to God and dead to sin. Though I think I understand your viewpoint, Jesus came not to give us knowledge primarily, but to give us life, eternal life. I believe scripture bears this out. "Truly, truly, I say to you; he who hears My word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgement, but has passed out of death into LIFE." Thanks for your input, Lionstrong. I appreciate the time and consideration you add to this forum. Abide in His love, Bill Mc |
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122 | Is man still created in God's image? | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16242 | ||
Thanks for your input, brother charis. | ||||||
123 | Is God still creating man in His image? | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16241 | ||
Dear Lionstrong, thanks for the reply. Thanks for taking the time to explain your viewpoint fully. I appreciate it. I do agree with many of the things you've said in these two parts. I'll reread it over the next couple of days to try to understand it better (I'm a slow learner). Please don't think, brother, that I think that unregenerated man is worthless, just an animal, or any other derogatory term that sinners are labeled. I disagree with that view. "While we were YET sinners, Christ died for us, the Godly for the ungodly." Your view (or Westminster's view) bears much consideration. The only thing that I might add, as a supplement, not a substitute, is that man's worth is really based upon the fact that God chooses to love us. Regardless of whether we agree what that 'image of God' is, we can rest assured that our value is based upon the worth that God assigns to us. How great a love the Father has bestowed on us that we should be called 'the Children of God.' Blessings in Christ, brother Lionstrong. In Him, Bill Mc |
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124 | Is man still created in God's image? | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16211 | ||
Thanks, Steve. Blessings to you, brother. |
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125 | Sorry about the digression. | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16208 | ||
Sir Pent, thanks for your response. 'Meaningless dribble' - you made me smile :) Yes, the quote of the God-shaped vacuum is from Pascal. And Mere Christianity is one of my favorite books. Thanks for your input and honesty. I enjoy challenging others (and being challenged) concerning preconceived notions that we have about our faith and what scripture actually teaches. It's amazing how many people think "God helps those who help themselves" is in the Bible. So I am not always trying to settle an issue as such. But it is good for us as believers to verify is what we believe and have been taught stands up to the truth of God's Word. Blessings to you. In Christ, Bill Mc |
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126 | Is God still creating man in His image? | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16190 | ||
Well stated, kalos. Thank you. | ||||||
127 | Is God still creating man in His image? | Gen 5:3 | Bill Mc | 16175 | ||
kalos, I agree. It's just that many others don't know much of what scripture says. All they know is what they 'think' Christianity is about. They hear that all life is sacred and then, you're right, they twist scripture to validate their views. And then they say that Jesus says to forgive our enemies (which He did, of course) and that they shouldn't be punished for their crimes. In Christ, Bill Mc |
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128 | When did disciples receive the Spirit? | John 20:22 | Bill Mc | 15988 | ||
Very interesting analysis, retxar! Thanks for your input. It sounds scripturally correct. And it also substantiates my point that the disciples did not have the Holy Spirit in them before the cross. Thanks. In Him, Bill Mc |
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129 | Can A Christian disown Christ? | Matt 10:33 | Bill Mc | 15924 | ||
Charis, extremely well put! Amen and Amen! | ||||||
130 | Is this an accurate translation? | Matt 10:33 | Bill Mc | 15920 | ||
Thank you, Tim. I appreciate your responses to this forum and your willingness to help all of us grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord. We know the the Holy Spirit is the true 'interpreter' of God's Word. He takes the things of Christ and makes them known to us. I don't believe that believers have to know Greek in order to understand God's Word. Almost anyone can read the Bible and know what it says. But it takes illumination from the God Himself to teach us what it means. And its nice to have those within the Body who have different gifts that the Holy Spirit can use to help the whole Body of Christ mature and better understand the scripture. Thanks again, brother. In Christ, Bill Mc |
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131 | So ALL who believe in Christ are saved? | Matt 10:33 | Bill Mc | 15818 | ||
Dear Steve, to answer your original question: Here in this passage the disciples were sent out to preach that Messiah had come. They were sent only to the house of Israel (Jews). We know that salvation went to the Jew first. In light of that context, those to whom the disciples went had a choice of either accepting Jesus as Messiah or rejecting, denying that He was indeed Messiah. I believe it is an error to make this a proof text for a Christian's acceptance or rejection of Christ. The disciples, in this passage, where not sent to "Christians." Hebrews 10:26,27 would be much more applicable. In Christ, Bill Mc |
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132 | Can A Christian disown Christ? | Matt 10:33 | Bill Mc | 15812 | ||
Dear Tim, see my other post. In summary, I believe they were saved, by faith in Christ, but I don't believe that they were technically 'Christians.' After reading my other post, am I wrong about this? Also, this is the same passage where He says, "Don't go to the Gentiles, go only the house of Israel." Is that a mandate we should follow or should we follow the great commission? We can't do both, you know. In Christ, Bill Mc |
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133 | So ALL who believe in Christ are saved? | Matt 10:33 | Bill Mc | 15795 | ||
Steve, You state, "Was Peter saved when he denied the Lord? Yes, just as the other OT saints." So, brother, you have answered your own question. You are stating that indeed Peter was saved WHEN he denied Christ during Christ's trial. Thereby, you are stating that a Christian can deny Christ. |
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134 | difference. filling of joy and fruit joy | Rom 8:14 | Bill Mc | 15605 | ||
Dear Ray, I am not a translator. The only reason that I used capitals is because of the reference, I feel, to the Diety. I don't really think that capitalization is an issue that I want to debate. I try to use capitals when a direct reference to God or the Trinity is made. But I may occasionally slip and it should not be taken as a slight against God. My spirit is sanctified. My fingers are not. As far as the Holy Spirit, there is only one Holy Spirit (God). Our (man's) spirits are only made holy when they are joined to Christ's, the Holy Spirit. How could it be otherwise? Your interpretation of joy here is as valid as mine. It all comes from God anyway. In Him, Bill Mc |
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135 | What do you think of 1 Cor 1:18? | Bible general Archive 1 | Bill Mc | 15555 | ||
Dear Tim, thanks for the response. I'll let this one go. The only other meaning that crossed my mind was not a 'progressive' salvation for individuals but, rather, a progressive 'saving' of mankind down through history. Possibly, "but to all the people who are being and will be saved as the generations pass, it is the power of God." I don't know. But thanks, brother, for your input, critique, gentle spirit, and even for your hard questions. Keep contending for the faith. In Christ, Bill Mc |
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136 | What is 'being saved' here? | Bible general Archive 1 | Bill Mc | 15546 | ||
My post (Bill Mc) was convoluted. That is the post I was refering to, not Tim's. And you're right, mine was convoluted. That is what I was admitting. | ||||||
137 | Are Sovereignty and Free Will Exclusive? | Bible general Archive 1 | Bill Mc | 15530 | ||
Big Mac is Calvinist, isn't it? The Whopper is where you can get it 'your way.' I better shutup now. | ||||||
138 | Are Sovereignty and Free Will Exclusive? | Bible general Archive 1 | Bill Mc | 15529 | ||
All seriousness aside...I'm glad we don't take ourselves too seriously. Especially on such a 'heavy' subject. Blessings in Him, Bill Mc | ||||||
139 | Are Sovereignty and Free Will Exclusive? | Bible general Archive 1 | Bill Mc | 15526 | ||
Tim, agreed! And I'm not even Armenian! Mostly Irish. Does it show? Thanks. | ||||||
140 | Where does one start who has never reall | Bible general Archive 1 | Bill Mc | 15485 | ||
Dear Nomad, the gospel of John is a wonderful book to start with. John (one of Christ's disciples) does a wonderful job of portraying why Christ came. As you read, notice (in fact, underline if you don't mind marking up your Bible) all the references where Jesus talks about the new life that He came to give. And, as Tim has recommended, ask God to reveal Himself to you as you read. He will! The Bible is the only book we read in order to get to know the Author of it. God bless you as you begin your new life! In Christ, Bill Mc |
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